Explore architecture and arts during this annual community event. | Photo by Patrick O’ Brien
On Saturday, Nov. 1, head down to Kiawah Island for the 28th annual Symphony Tour of Homes — showcasing arts and architecture. The tour will feature live painting demonstrations, some of Kiawah’s most stunning properties, and, of course, music.
The self-guided tour runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with performances by Charleston Symphony Orchestra League scholarship recipients and professional musicians throughout the homes.
Tickets are available online until Friday, Oct. 31, or at the Freshfields Village Kiosk on Thursday and Friday before the tour. Proceeds benefit the Charleston Symphony and Charleston Symphony Orchestra League Music Scholarships.
Events
Events
Monday, Oct. 13
Slay the Night | 4 p.m.-2 a.m. | Prohibition | Price of purchase
Holidays at Kiawah Island Golf Resort | Saturday, Nov. 1-Thursday, Jan. 1 | Times vary | Kiawah Island Golf Resort | Free | Plan a getaway to Kiawah Island Golf Resort this holiday season, where timeless traditions and stunning ocean views go hand in hand.*
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We asked, and they answered. Next spring, The Joe will host two games of the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour on Friday, April 10 and Saturday, April 11. The games will feature Loco Beach Coconuts and Indianapolis Clowns. There will be a pre-game party before each game in Brittlebank Park.
Opening
Kultura, the acclaimed Filipino restaurant in the Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood, has announced that its grand opening in the new, larger space will take place on Friday, October 24.
Mansion Monday
This Johns Island listing is giving you the opportunity to get away from it all. The gated 3.4 acres features a canopy of grand oaks and 5,299 sqft between the main house, guest house, and workshop. Did we mention there are no HOA restrictions?
State
Looking for some pizza? The Food Network’s foodie experts rounded up their favorite slices in all 50 states, and Slice Co. in Charleston came out on top for South Carolina. It’s common knowledge that one slice isn’t enough — fortunately, we’ve got plenty of great pizzerias in town.
Read
The nominees are out for this year’s National Book Awards, with some stellar books on the docket. Categories include fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and translated works. Whatever your choice of reading, we recommend picking up something from a local bookstore. (NPR)
Eat
Ever woken up craving an acai bowl? You’re not alone. It’s the most-searched breakfast food in South Carolina, according to a new Mental Floss report. Food for thought: Instead of scouring search engines for your next meal, explore our guide to the best brunch eats in Charleston.
Active
Cristiano Ronaldo is the first soccer player in history to accrue a net worth of $1 billion, per Bloomberg statistics. The 40-year-old shows no sign of calling it quits anytime soon. If you start by bringing a ball to a local park with your kid, maybe they’ll amass a similar fortune.
Jobs
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Civic
Mount Pleasant-based TBC Development wants to build townhomes on Bees Ferry Road. The proposed plan shows 15 of 100 townhomes would be reserved for those who earn at or less than Charleston County’s area median income, which is $110,900 for a family of four. The county’s planning commission will review the plan later today. (The Post and Courier)
Job
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For the first time in nearly a decade, brown pelicans are nesting on Crab Bank. To protect the baby chicks, SCDNR is extending the seasonal closure on part of the island.
On Thursday, Oct. 16, the western end of the island will reopen for public access, while the eastern end will stay closed through Saturday, Nov. 15.
Did you know? Between the 1990s and the mid-2000s, the island supported 10-20% of seabird nesting in the state.
A set of non-slip stair carpet treads. We love that they feature a peel off backing for easy installation and no leftover residue. Bonus: They’re ultra-soft, durable, and easy to clean.
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.
🍌 Anyone else pumped for some Banana Ball in the Holy City? For the next few months, you’ll find me with my fingers crossed and hoping that I’m selected for the ticket lottery. Join the list before it closes on Saturday, Nov. 1.
