Folks help with the Colonial Lake Revitalization by planting flowers, trees, and plants. | Photo by CHStoday
The weather is cooling down, and the opportunities to volunteer are heating up. If you’re looking to give back, consider lending a helping hand to the Charleston Parks Conservancy. There are dozens of hands-on projects to support 26 of Charleston’s parks, gardens, and trails.
Some current opportunities include picking up trash and serving as a watering volunteer — check out 17 other opportunities. Mark your calendar: next month, you can help with Bloom Charleston, a community celebration of parks and gardens. Volunteers will be needed Oct. 17-18 for set up, the plant sale, and breaking down the event.
Ready to get your hands dirty? Join a 30-minute new volunteer information session to learn about how our volunteers support the Charleston Parks Conservancy’s mission, and how to get started. The next session is Thursday, Sept. 25 at 4 p.m.
Historic Cocktail and Spirits Series | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Charleston Museum | $40+ | Join museum curators as they partner with Holy City Brewing for a special workshop on beer and its roots in Charleston.
Calligraphy Workshop | 6-8 p.m. | South of Broadway Theater, North Charleston | $75 | Stretch those wrists and get ready for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the art of beautiful writing.
Paws on the Patio | 6-8 p.m. | Burtons Grill + Bar, Mount Pleasant | $30 | Sip drinks and enjoy plenty of appetizers on the patio with your furry friend.
Friday, Sept. 12
Southern Songwriters’ Festival | Friday, Sept. 12-Saturday, Sept. 13 | Times vary | Short Central Ave., Summerville | Warm up your vocal cords and join this songwriter-focused festival to enjoy live music in historic downtown Summerville.
Megan Moroney — Am I Okay? Tour | 6-11 p.m. | Credit One Stadium | $234+ | Get ready to sing at the top of your lungs with this up-and-coming singer and songwriter from Georgia.
Saturday, Sept. 13
9/11 Heroes Run | 7-11 a.m. | Charleston Fire + Police Department, Daniel Island | $41+ | Runners and walkers can join to honor the heroes of September 11 and all who have served.
MELT Mural Festival | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Rebel Taqueria, North Charlesotn | Free | Celebrate street art and the city’s vibrant heritage as several muralists live-paint murals, and enjoy vendors and food trucks.
September 11, also recognized as the National Day of Service and Remembrance and Patriot Day. The US Coast Guard Sector Charleston is hosting a memorial stair climb at The Joe, and Charleston Habitat for Humanity will host a day of service, where volunteers can help with a construction project.
Civic
Charleston City Council advanced the battery extension project, securing $13.3 million in federal funds. Council also authorized $1.1 million from the Office of Resiliency’s budget to continue the Tidal & Inland Flood Risk Management Study. What’s next? The city will sign the design agreement with the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Development
Today, a Technical Review Committee could give two proposed neighborhoods in the Cainhoy area the green light to move forward. Both projects are part of Point Hope, a 9,000-acre Clements Ferry Road master-planned community. Tune in at 9 a.m.(WCSC)
Announced
The BBQ & Boots Fest has been postponed until Saturday, May 23. The Charleston RiverDogs made the announcement on Instagram and shared the change comes due to unforeseen circumstances.
Real Estate
Paula and Keith Murphy, a mother and son duo, will build nearly a dozen new townhomes on Seabrook Island. The three-story homes will have three- and four-bedroom layouts and range from 2,330 to 3,239 sqft. They will also have a private elevator, a two-car garage, and golf cart parking. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)
Eat
Spice up your brunch plans with Reckless Breakfast, a pop-up offering a tasting brunch menu with four to six courses. The easygoing restaurant operates out of R. Kitchen’s West Ashley location and hosts two Sunday brunch seatings. A meal costs $50, and reservations are encouraged. (The Post and Courier)
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Real Estate
Conveniently located four miles from downtown Summerville is Six Oaks, a brand-new Mungo Homes community featuring stylish single-family homes and two-story townhomes. Amenities include a resort-style pool, oak-shaded trails, and an outdoor amphitheater — plus, this community is close to top-rated Dorchester II schools. See it for yourself.*
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Say goodbye to summer on Sunday, September 21 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Summer Send-Off. The event will be at Fiat Lux and is open to the public. I’m looking forward to a whole hog barbecue and live entertainment.
Pro tip: Plan to sip your drink outside for some breathtaking rooftop views of the Holy City. Here’s a pic of me, the last time I visited Fiat Lux — it just might be the best spot to see the town from a bird’s eye view.
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