Enjoy a drink surrounded by views of the Holy City’s iconic church steeples. | Photo by Rob Kaufman via The Ansonborough Charleston
Regardless of whether you’ve met “the one” or are hoping to impress someone new — there’s about a month until fall, so heat up your love life with one of our 20+ ideas for a summer date night.
If you love the great outdoors
Make it an early evening and take a page out of Noah and Allie’s notebook by paddling on the water at Cypress Gardens with a self-guided swamp boat adventure.
For the ones who like to play games (just not with your heart)
Head to a local bar with plenty of games. We suggest Container Bar for outdoor seating and games like giant Jenga and cornhole (plus rotating food trucks).
If the way to their heart is through their stomach
Take your date to a rooftop bar with views for days (like The Ansonborough’s rooftop bar, pictured above) — aka, the perfect spot to take a photo for that Instagram official hard launch.
Hello Culture Charleston Interest Gathering | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Point Break Coffee & Drive Thru | Free | Calling all entrepreneurs looking for a space to connect, share, and grow together.
Summer Sale | 4-6 p.m. | Madison Miller Decor, Johns Island | Free | Price of purchase | Get early access to this weekend’s store-wide sale with this sip and shop event.
Sweat on the Ship — Sunset Edition | 6-7 p.m. | Patriots Point, Mount Pleasant | $25 | Held on the flight deck of the USS Yorktown, you’ll be surrounded by sea breeze + golden skies as you work through movements that will leave you feeling strong and recharged.
Friday, Aug. 22
Talk and reception with Victoria Benton Frank | 12 p.m. | Blue Bicycle Books | $0+ | Celebrate Victoria Benton Frank’s new book “The Violet Hour,” while you enjoy mimosas, a Q+A, a meet-and-greet, and a book signing.
The 26th Annual McElveen Race For The ARK | 7:30-11 a.m. | St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Summerville | $25+ | Join the annual rave that benefits programs serving families living with Alzheimer’s or Dementia.
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The Citadel is moving closer to replacing the temporary bleachers at Johnson Hagood Stadium with permanent ones. The updated proposal would increase capacity from 1,000 seats to 2,000 and add restrooms. The plans head back to the Board of Architectural Review — Large for approval on Wednesday, Sept. 10. (WCBD)
Traffic
Heads up, nighttime lane closures will impact the Shem Creek area this weekend and early next week. Paving work will take place on Coleman Boulevard from Pelzer Drive to Mill Street. Closures take place through tomorrow, Aug. 22, and Sunday, Aug. 24, through Tuesday, Aug. 26, from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. (WCIV)
Biz
Charles River, a biotechnology research and development company, is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company is investing $13 million in a microbial solutions facility. Fun Fact: it recently launched a program with TerraCycle, which repurposes water testing cartridges into new products like outdoor furniture, storage bins, and park benches.
Development
A new development was proposed by STYO for a section of US Highway 52 (across from Berkeley Electric Cooperative). A proposed plan would shape over 30 acres of land into residential housing, businesses, and recreation space. Stay tuned, there’s currently no timeline for the development. (WCIV)
Announced
Chef Kelly Franz has been named the new culinary director of Magnolias. She’s taking over for Chef Donald Drake, who is retiring. Franz will be the first female chef to lead the restaurant in its 35-year history. Pro tip: Keep an eye out for new dishes on the menu.
Try This
Next Monday, Aug. 25, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Taco Boy on Folly is hosting a rooftop cocktail class. Guests will learn how to make a Life’s a Peach Margarita and the Cucumber Mamba. Tickets are $35 and include a taco platter dinner to enjoy after class.
Plan Ahead
You don’t want to miss this. The tickets for Charleston Wine + Food’s 2026 Culinary Village go on sale today, Aug. 21, at 11 a.m. This presale is limited and runs through Monday, Sept. 1. General admission starts at $185. Fun fact: This will be the festival’s 20th anniversary.
Beyond bulk deals and clipping coupons, did you know several retailers offer customers 55+ hefty discounts — sometimes up to 20% off? Learn about key Senior discounts and several more savings hacks older adults should know about to continue saving and building wealth at age 50+.*
A great way to whiten teeth from Lumineux. Go for peroxide-free whitening, which helps fight common stains from coffee, tea, and wine without leading to tooth and gum sensitivity. The starter set comes with 14 whitening strips + a two-pack of whitening toothpaste, all formulated with good-for-you Dead Sea salt, coconut oil, and lemon peel oil.
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