November 23, 2021 - Holiday markets in Charleston + mask update

There’s nothing more magical than a holiday market in the Holy City. Grab a hot coffee and stroll through these outdoor events filled with crisp air, twinkling lights, and festive treats while you pick out local gifts for loved ones.

Check out these upcoming holiday markets in the Lowcountry:

Holiday Market & Craft Show | Photo via Town of Mount Pleasant

🎁 Hamlin Jollyfest Holiday Market | Sat., Nov. 27 | 11 a.m. | Hamlin Clubhouse, 100 Amenity Park Dr., Mt. Pleasant | Free registration | Spend this weekend at a festive marketplace with games, rides, food trucks, football, and over 60 vendors.

🎁 22nd Annual Holiday Market & Craft Show | Sat., Dec. 11 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market Pavilion | Free admission | Browse baked goods, homemade preserves, and handcrafted gifts by local artisans while you listen to live holiday entertainment.

🎁 Holiday Market in Marion Square | First three weekends of December | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Marion Square | Free admission | Shop fresh produce and local crafts while you enjoy the decorations in Marion Square.

Grab your shopping bags + explore these festive local marketplaces.

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EVENTS

Today

Paint with Janellify: Snow Fun | Tue., Nov. 23 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Frothy Beard Off World Brewery and Taproom, 117 S. Main St., Summerville | $35 | Gather your friends and family for this seasonal paint party + receive a complimentary drink. 🎨
Harry Potter Theme Trivia | Tue., Nov. 23 | 7 p.m. | Mex 1 West Ashley | Free | Grab your wand + cast your spell during this magical evening with prizes and drink specials. 🪄

Wednesday

Runaway Gin | Wed., Nov. 24 | 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. | Charleston Pour House | $15+ | Stop by for Phish classics played by the world’s most active Phish cover band Runaway Gin.

Thursday

Harvest Hang | Thurs., Nov. 25 | 6-9 p.m. | The Reel Bar, 20 Patriots Point Rd., Mt. Pleasant | Free | It’s Turkey Day — relax with live music by Chris Boone, bonfires, s’mores + a showing of Charlie Brown Thanksgiving at 7 p.m. 🦃

Friday

Nights of a Thousand Candles | Fri., Nov. 26- Sun., Jan. 2 | 4-9 p.m. | Brookgreen Gardens, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | $12+ | See thousands of twinkling lights during this annual holiday event + experience live music, seasonal goodies, and a tree lighting ceremony every day at 6:45 p.m.

Saturday

Gobble Wobble | Sat., Nov. 27 | 6 p.m.-2 a.m. | The Purple Buffalo, 2702 Azalea Dr., North Charleston | $15+ | Party with a lineup of 13 DJ’s + view laser shows, art vendors, and live art.

Sunday

SC Stingrays vs. Atlanta Gladiators | Sun., Nov. 28 | 3:05 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum | $20+ | Cheer for the Lowcountry’s hockey team as they take on Atlanta — online streaming is available if you can’t make the game. 🏒

We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

YOUR NOVEMBER EVENTS CALENDAR

FINANCE

4 tips for financing a new car

Raise your hand if buying a car feels intimidating. ✋

Most of us will need a new set of wheels at some point, and there’s a good chance that you’ll need some type of financing to drive off the lot. If it’s your first time looking into an auto loan, here are 4 tips to make it smooth sailing… or shall we say, driving.

South Carolina Federal Credit Union can also help first-time car buyers find a good deal on auto insurance | Photo via Unsplash

1. Assess your financial situation. 💸

One piece of advice you’ll hear a lot: Put 20% down, and use financing for the rest. But according to the advisors at South Carolina Federal Credit Union, suggested down + monthly payment amounts vary depending on your individual situation — something that advisors can help you determine.

Pro tip: Not sure what you can afford? Use this Car Affordability Calculator to figure it out.

Click the button below for more handy tips. Vroom vroom. 🚗*

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

54º | Sunny | 0% chance of rain

Sunrise + Sunset

Rise: 6:56 a.m.
Set: 5:16 p.m.

Tide

Low: 3:40 a.m. + 4:28 p.m.
High: 10:21 a.m. + 10:46 p.m.

Open

Paddock & Whisky bourbon bar has opened its second location inside a 116-year-old bank building at 1074 E. Montague Ave. in Park Circle. The owners left the building’s original 1960s bank vault. Taste test the wide variety of whiskeys + private barrel collection over the holidays. (The Post and Courier)

Shop

The City of Charleston is now offering free parking vouchers for shoppers during the 2021 holiday season — good for two hours of free parking at participating garages now through the end of the year. Get your voucher. 🛍️ (Holy City Sinner)

Eat

Wondering which restaurants will be open on Turkey Day? Check out Holy City Sinner’s roundup of local eateries that will be welcoming guests on Thursday. 🥧 (Holy City Sinner)

Coronavirus

Masks are now optional for those who are fully vaccinated in most government buildings in Charleston County — including libraries. However, they are still required in county + city courthouses. 😷 (WCIV)

Holiday

On your mark, get set — Registration is still open for the Turkey Day Run & Gobble Wobble 5K. This fun run + walk event will take place on Thanksgiving Day, beginning in Marion Square at 9 a.m. Check out the course which will lead runners through Historic Downtown Charleston. Go. 🏃

Asked

Those of you who left Charleston and returned years later, what brought you back? Let us know. 🍍

Plan Ahead

Ring in 2022 on Folly Beach with the New Year’s Eve Flip Flop Drop & Fireworks Show — on the evening of Dec. 31, a huge pair of sparkling flip flops will descend above Center Street at the stroke of midnight, followed by a fireworks show on the beach. 🩴
Plunge into the new year + celebrate a famous Charlestonian on Jan. 1, 2022 with the Bill Murray Look-a-Like Polar Bear Plunge. Dress as your favorite Bill Murray character, head to Tides Folly Beach Hotel, and leap into the chilly surf for a chance to win a prize. 🧊

Health

Take a deep breath, unclench your jaw, and relax your shoulders. Taking time for ourselves to check in with our bodies and release tension is so important. Ready to take it a step further? Check out these benefits of incorporating stretching into your day. Ⓟ

Biz

There’s a reason over 3 million people start their day with Morning Brew, the daily email that delivers the latest news from Wall Street to Silicon Valley. Morning Brew knows how to keep readers informed + entertained — for free. Check it out. Ⓟ

Correction

Aw, shucks. Yesterday, we included the Lowcountry Oyster Festival in our daily conversation, but stated that the event would be held on Feb. 26 instead of Feb. 6. We are thrilled that the event is happening during the first weekend in February instead of the last + can’t wait to get shuckin’.

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Where’s Palmetto? 🧝

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When you’re winding your way through the Holiday Festival of Lights, keep an eye out for Palmetto. This chuckling elf will be hiding among the thousands of twinkling lights.

If you spot him, snap a photo and use the hashtag #IFoundPalmetto on social media.

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THE WRAP

Editor’s Pick: Local 14 year old Allie Rodelsperger has won the inaugural art contest by The Arts Council of Carteret County + The Big Rock Kids Billfish Tournament. Check out Allie’s winning artwork.

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