No matter which animal you choose, it’s guaranteed to be soft and cuddly. | Photo provided by the South Carolina Aquarium
The holidays are right around the corner, and we’ve got an idea that’s both a thoughtful gift and a way to do some good. Enter: symbolic adoption.
By symbolically adopting a bald eagle, otter, sea turtle, alligator, or shark, you help the South Carolina Aquarium continue to provide care, food, vitamins, and enrichment to thousands of animals. Keep reading to see the different adoption options and what’s included.
Digital Adoption Package | $35
You’ll choose your animal and receive an electronic personalized adoption certificate and animal fact sheet about your adopted friend.
Mailed Adoption Package | $50
After you choose an adopted friend, you’ll be mailed a personalized adoption certificate, an animal fact sheet about your adopted friend, and an adoption decal.
Adoption With Plush | $100
This one’s extra cuddly: you’ll receive a personalized adoption certificate, animal fact sheet, adoption decal, and animal plush by mail.
Adoption With Plush And Animal Art | $250
Go all out — this level includes a personalized certificate, animal fact sheet, adoption decal, animal plush, and a one-of-a-kind animal art piece painted by an aquarium animal. How sweet is that?
Events
Events
Tuesday, Aug. 26
The Den in Bloom: Summer of Rosé | 5 p.m. | The Den, Frannie & The Fox | Price of purchase | Venture to this cozy, floral-filled escape featuring Sewing Down South + Sojourn Pottery for a happy hour, dinner, or laid-back night out.
Calligraphy Soiree | 5-7 p.m. | The DIME | $80+ | Get ready to unleash your inner artist and create beautiful lettering masterpieces.
Pub Day | 6-7 p.m. | Charleston Library Society | $45+ | Join Charleston’s own New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author, Stacy Willingham, to celebrate her newest book, “Forget Me Not.”
Braggin’ Rights | 6-8 p.m. | Halls Signature Events | $200 | Chefs and mixologists from all 10 Hall Management Group locations will compete for bragging rights, while raising funds for Trident Tech’s Bill Hall Culinary Entrepreneurship Endowed Scholarship.
Wednesday, Aug. 27
West Ashley Farmer’s Market | 3-7 p.m. | Ackerman Park | Price of purchase | Browse local vendors for fresh produce + handmade goods.
Harry Potter Trivia | 7 p.m. | Bay Street Biergarten | $10 | Gather your friends for a night of magical questions and wizard-level bragging rights.
Thursday, Aug. 28
Gator Tales | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | James Island County Park | $12 | Join the search for alligators and separate fact from fiction to learn why these large reptiles are called the “keystone species.”
Yappy Hour | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | James Island County Park | Free with park admission | Enjoy live music from a local performer and spend some quality time with your pup in the great outdoors.
Today, the Charleston County Council is expected to vote to give final approval to a James Island safety improvement project. The proposal includes adding a stoplight at the Fort Johnson Road and Secessionville Road intersection, plus a roundabout on Camp Road. Construction is expected to take a year and a half to complete. (WCBD)
Develpoment
Mount Pleasant could be getting its first Zaxby’s — the chicken-finger chain has filed plans for Park West Boulevard. This would make the 12th location in the Charleston area. The proposed plans are set to be presented to the commercial design review board tomorrow, Aug. 27. (The Post and Courier)
Weather
Nearly two feet of rain has fallen across the Lowcountry this month. Areas with the highest precipitation totals include Edisto Beach (23+ inches), Mount Pleasant (21+ inches), and downtown Charleston (~20 inches). Meteorologist Joey Sovine said the average precipitation for August is typically fewer than 7 inches. (WCSC)
Announced
The South Carolina Ports Authority’s President and CEO, Barbara Melvin, resigned last week. Melvin led the agency for three years and was the first woman to be appointed to the position. The former Chief Financial Officer and VP of Administration, Phillip Padget, has taken over as interim CEO. (WCBD)
Open
Trident United Way recently opened its first Charleston County location and has plans for a second. The new site opened at the Charleston County Public Library’s Main Library earlier this month, and there are plans to open a North Charleston location. The centers help connect folks to financial resources. (The Post and Courier)
Number
$50,000. That’s how much the grant Bertha’s Kitchen won, which aims to help culinary landmarks. The funds will help upgrade and grow the business, enabling improvements to historic buildings. (Charleston City Paper)
Award
Congratulations are in order. The Dewberry was named the Best Independent Hotel in Virtuoso’s Global Awards. The Meeting Street hotel beat out competitors in Lake Como, Punta Cana, and Bernalda. Fun fact: More than 12,000 travel advisors voted to determine the winners across multiple categories.
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Surfboard meetings > board meetings. We’re still thinking about those weekend waves. Photographer Owen Jackson did a great job capturing folks shredding some waves.
The perfect stadium accessory: this clear crossbody bag for all your gameday essentials. We love this option’s adjustable strap, smooth zipper, and chic hardware.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
🐾 Did you know? Today is National Dog Day. Celebrate your pup at Gustard’s Custard with Pooch Scoops (Greek yogurt and blueberries), or at one of these 25+ dog-friendly businesses around the Holy City.
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