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Time for fa-la-la-la-libations
We’re diggin’ these mugs and can’t wait to start spreading holiday cheer around town. | Photo provided by Beachbum Berry’s Sippin’ Santa.
We know it’s mid-November, but we can’t help it. We’re excited to enjoy all of the holidays — plus, there’s no shame in planning ahead. Here are a few holiday pop-ups to look forward to visiting this festive season.
Come deck the palms at Little Palm at The Ryder Hotel. There is a lot to do, including sipping festive drinks, warming up by the fireplace, and reserving a cozy ski hut. Here’s what it looked like last year.
Get cozy at this Johns Island spot + enjoy craft brews, coffee, wood-fired pizza, and gelato under the glow of twinkling Christmas lights and warm holiday decor.
Step into this courtyard, at Frannie and the Fox, where you can reserve your own personal yurt to enjoy bites and sips. There’s also a fireplace to snuggle up by.
Celebrate National Take a Hike Day on the Palmetto Trail
Presented by Palmetto Trail
Mark your calendar and discover all the beauty this cross-state trail offers. | Photo provided by Palmetto Trail
Stretching from the mountains to the sea, the Palmetto Trail connects South Carolinians to nature, wellness, and community. As the state’s largest multi-use trail system, it’s built for everyone — regardless of age, ability, or background.
Trail highlights:
Promotes health and wellness through outdoor recreation
Fosters economic vitality via eco-tourism
Inspires appreciation and stewardship of natural and cultural resources
Own over nine acres of waterfront property on Edisto Island’s protected ACE Basin. Did we mention the property also boasts a historic estate?Here’s what’s included: a 5,010-sqft main home (c.1800s), a 1,072-sqft guest cottage, a pavilion with a fully equipped kitchen, a deep-water dock, and a historic medical office.
Community
How’s the Charleston County Public Library doing? Let them know with this survey. Your responses will help the library shape future programming and offerings.
Plan Ahead
Mark your calendar. On Wednesday, Dec. 10, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., Philosophers and Fools will host a Sparkling Wine and Oyster Class with certified sommelier Sarah O’Kelley and certified oyster specialist Isabella MacBeth. Tickets are $95; learn how to get yours.
Cause
Celebrate, Postpartum Support Charleston at its 25th Anniversary Gather + Give Oyster Roast on Sunday, Dec. 7, at Alhambra Hall in Mount Pleasant. The family-friendly event will feature live music, oyster drinks, kids’ activities, photos with Santa, and a silent auction. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit the nonprofit.
Trending
“Hey, I just saw a Roseate Spoonbill.” If your partner perked up, congrats — they’ve passed the bird theory test. The trend supposedly tests how tuned-in your sweetheart really is. Bonus: Who doesn’t love local bird talk?
Try This
Coffee bar crawl, anyone? Use our guide to Charleston’s coffee shops to track down the best seasonal sips in the Holy City. If you love using our guides to explore the city, consider supporting us directly — think of it like buying us a coffee.
Sports
We’ve all heard of (or fallen for) the pickleball craze — us included. But a new sport is here, and LTP Daniel Island is leading the charge. Meet padel, a mix of tennis and squash that’s as fun as it is addictive. We gave it a try; here’s a sneak peek.*
Community
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Wellness
Tried everything for joint pain? Natural gummy Swift Soother provides fast comfort + pain relief, thanks to powerhouse, anti-inflammatory ingredients. Use code 6AM for 20% off.*
Home
Your home equity is yours. With Unison’s Equity Sharing Agreement, you can turn it into cash without monthly payments or interest. Use the funds to renovate, travel, pay off debt, or invest in your future.*
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Our Holiday Gift Guide is here fore you
Including best-selling socks and a magnetic golf towel. | Graphic by 6AM City
Grab a holiday gift golfers will love — no ifs, ands, or putts.
Magnetic golf towel | $31.95 | Rated 4.7 stars, this microfiber towel sticks to golf carts or clubs so they won’t lose it around the green.
Local pick: Ocean Course print | $54+ | Decorate your space with art that blends the sea and the sport.
Golf cooler bag | $25.99 | This slim, compact cooler bag fits up to six beer cans.
A really good heating pad to get you through the winter season. The Buy Editor Sarah recently tested one from Pure Enrichment’s selection — its plush cover is ultra soft, it heats up quickly, and it features an automatic shut-off feature. Pro tip: Heat the pad up under your bed covers before you climb in on cold winter nights.
Bonus: Use code HSN2025 to save $10 off $20 through November.
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.
Put a little pep in your step this morning and start your day with Early Bird Diner. This beloved West Ashley spot is serving up the classics + some fun new dishes too (check out the daily specials). I can’t recommend the house-made sausage enough; it’s so good.
