National Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized from September 15 to October 15 each year.
Photo provided by the City of North Charleston
Mark your calendar. The City of North Charleston is hosting the Second Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration on Friday, Oct. 3, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Park Circle Community Building. Pro tip: admission and parking are free.
The family-friendly event aims to celebrate Hispanic culture with food vendors, an art market, and live music with dance demonstrations by Holy City Salsa Dance Studio. Don’t miss the hands-on crafts or the opportunity to create contributions for “Amor Forever: A Community Ofrenda,” a public art installation created by local artist Steph FRX.
FloatFit Balance | 12-12:45 p.m. | Modern Minds, Mount Pleasant | $20 | This 45-minute class blends yoga and Pilates-inspired movements with the challenge of balancing on water.*
Get a taste of Kultura’s new expanded cocktail program at a pop-up tonight at The Archer, starting at 9 p.m. You’ll also get a peek at some new dishes that will be featured at the new Rutledge Avenue location.
Mansion Monday
Looking for more space? We found a home that might exceed your expectations. This Dunes West home offers 13,000 sqft on 1.22 acres. We’re in love with this home’s outdoor kitchen, pool, and hot tub setup. Find your favorite space in the house.
Biz
Soon you’ll be able to order the lime cream soda from Sweatman’s Garden to your doorstep. The craft soda shop is set to start bottling its best-selling items and will ship them around the region. The new online retail store will launch at the end of the month. (Charleston City Paper)
Holiday
Sundown tonight marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah. The celebration runs until sundown on Wednesday, Sept. 24. Celebrate the new year with the Rosh Hashanah Dinner at the Jewish Studies Center.
Weather
La Niña may be on the horizon. The National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center forecasts a 71% chance of the weather system from October to December. In Charleston, this climate cycle usually brings warmer + drier weather while in effect. (USA TODAY)
Seasonal
Today is the autumnal equinox, which means fall will officially arrive at 2:19 p.m. The leaves may still be green for now, but when you’re ready to look for changing colors, we recommend hitting a local trail.
Family
$8,912. That’s how much a family of four can expect to spend on average for a seven-night trip to Walt Disney World, including meals, park tickets, and overnight accommodations on property. Vacation not in the cards this year? Budget-friendly family fun awaits with these activities around the 843. (NerdWallet)
Cause
Host and comedian Nate Bargatze donated $250,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of America during the 2025 Emmys, using the length of acceptance speeches to determine the amount donated. Luckily for us, there’s no time limit on giving back to the Lowcountry’s local chapter. (USA Today)
Number
22,600. That’s the estimated number of farms in SC, according to a new study by Visual Capitalist. Support local growers and eat farm-to-table by shopping at one of the Holy City’s farmers markets this weekend.
400+. That’s how many life sciences companies call the Charleston region home — from pharmaceutical innovators to research labs and more. Whether you’re just starting your career or leading a team, there are plenty of job opportunities to explore.*
Featured Deal
Athleta’s Friends + Family Sale just dropped — find pieces that take you from early morning workouts to weekend coffee runs with 30% off the whole site (yes, everything).*
Classic films and newer releases have taken advantage of South Carolina’s breathtaking seascapes, shady paths lined with trees, and historic city streets on more than one occasion. Pop some popcorn and grab a blanket — we’re going to catch the Lowcountry on the big screen. “Halloween” (2018) | While some of the street scenes were filmed in Chicago, the majority of the movie was made right here in Charleston.Keep an eye out for Magnolia Cemetery.
“The Notebook” (2004) | Easily one of the most famous movies ever made in Charleston, browse the full list of local filming locations for this tearjerker.
“The Patriot” (2000) | You’ll spot several Holy City locations in this historical drama that is set during the American Revolution, including Randolph Hall, The Cistern, and Cypress Gardens.
The Bissell CrossWave Edge Wet/Dry Vacuum that’s $50 off for a limited time. Vacuuming and mopping separately is a thing of the past thanks to this new wet/dry vac that tackles multiple surfaces. Seamlessly remove debris and dirt from your floor while mopping to shiny perfection. Bonus: It has a self-cleaning feature.
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.
⭐️Speaking of Kultura, the spot was recently ranked No. 22 on Resy’s Top 100 Restaurants in the US. Did you know? The restaurant started as a pop-up, before expanding to its Spring Street dining room, and is now set to grow into a bigger space on Rutledge Avenue. Congratulations to the team!
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