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Your guide to Lowcountry outdoor concert venues
Enjoy the best of warmer weather with local and national acts at these scenic open-air spots.
April 22, 2025 02:27 PM
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Erika Ross
Sleeveless A-line dress made of paper featuring a large black and white photographic print of a rose on the front, displayed on a black dress form with a geometric line background.
Arts
The Charleston Museum will debut the new exhibit “Reimagined Fashion: Creations of the Future Past”
Opening May 3, the Historic Textiles Gallery in the Charleston Museum will feature local designers’ innovative takes on fashion inspired by the Museum’s textile collection.
April 22, 2025
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Erika Ross
Visitors browse a vibrant indoor art exhibit showcasing mixed media, sculptures, and colorful wall hangings. People of various ages engage with the artwork, some admiring stained glass, fiber art, or abstract pieces. Sculptures of animals and intricate textures create a lively, creative atmosphere within a spacious, well-lit venue.
Culture
What you can expect at the 42nd annual North Charleston Arts Fest
The North Charleston Arts Fest is a free five-day celebration that will include performances, activities, and exhibits at a variety of venues throughout the city.
April 21, 2025
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Callie Putnam
In this photo, a person wearing a pink apron with a bright red-orange bow is working on a stainless steel countertop, rolling out dough into a long shape. To the left, a tray covered in cornmeal and a black and silver dough scraper are visible. On the right side of the counter lie more pieces of dough, ready to be shaped.
Food
Take a peek at the lineup for Charleston Wine + Food’s Summer Sizzle series
The Summer Sizzle series is hosted by Charleston Wine + Food and features a dozen foodie events that stretch across the Holy City.
April 17, 2025
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Callie Putnam
This conceptual illustration depicts a mixed-use development adjacent to a waterfront. The layout features a blend of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, including mid-rise apartment buildings, retail shops, green courtyards, and community gathering areas. Tree-lined streets and pedestrian pathways promote walkability, while parking areas are discreetly integrated. A marina or dock extends into the water, enhancing the coastal appeal. Architectural styles blend modern and traditional elements, creating a welcoming village-like atmosphere. The surrounding landscape includes lush greenery and open space, providing a natural buffer between structures and the shoreline.
Real Estate
Updates on Patriots Annex, a mixed-use project planned for Mount Pleasant
This waterfront work, live, and play project aims to bring marinas, offices, hotels + tourist attractions, restaurants, parks, and homes to the area.
April 15, 2025
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Callie Putnam
This photo captures an active archaeological excavation in a formal garden setting, conducted by The Charleston Museum, as indicated by the sign in the foreground. Multiple excavation units are visible, bordered by hedges and neatly maintained pathways. Several people are present, including archaeologists, media personnel with cameras on tripods, and possibly museum staff or visitors. The location is an historic property, with brick walls, old architecture, and mature landscaping.
Culture
Unearthing history at the Heyward-Washington House
See history first-hand during archaeological excavations at the Heyward-Washington House.
April 15, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Culture
Spin into Record Store Day with these local spots around Charleston
Here’s where to celebrate Record Store Day around Charleston.
April 10, 2025
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Alexandra Garian
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City
Charleston’s oldest businesses
From apparel to food, the Holy City has several family-owned businesses that have been around for a century — or more.
April 9, 2025
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Justine Palkowski
This photo shows a white plate with fried chicken, corn, and mashed potatoes and gravy.
Food
CHStoday’s menu for the Masters Champions Dinner
Here’s what the CHStoday team would put on the menu if we were serving the Masters Champions Dinner.
April 9, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Festivals
Know before you go: High Water Festival
High Water Festival is an upcoming musical oasis happening on April Saturday, April 26 through Sunday, April 27 bring musicians from all around the world to North Charleston’s Riverfront Park.
April 8, 2025
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Erika Ross
This photo shows Kelsea Ballerini performing on stage under a soft spotlight, creating an intimate and ethereal atmosphere. Seated on a stool, she strums an acoustic guitar and sings into a microphone, her focus deep and emotional. She wears a layered tulle dress paired with sparkling knee-high boots, adding elegance and glamour to the moment. The background is dimly lit, with a drum set visible behind her.
Events
Answered: Where Kelsea Ballerini should visit on her next trip to Charleston
Did you know? Ballerini collaborated with Apple Maps to highlight a few of her favorite Lowcountry spots.
April 7, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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A woman sits on a mustard yellow couch against a dark green tiled wall, smiling warmly at the camera. She's holding a floral-patterned pillow that matches several others around her. Dressed in a colorful, patterned outfit, she’s surrounded by vibrant decor, including yellow flowers and soft pink blooms in the background.
Business
Brighten up your home with Sewing Down South’s new summer collection
Add a pop of color and fresh new pillows to your home with colorful and chic patterns from Sewing Down South’s new summer collection.
April 23, 2025
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Callie Putnam
This image depicts a modern, green building with a sloped roof and large glass windows. The sign reads “Frank & Jack’s.” The structure features vertical siding and prominent lighting. Landscaping includes ornamental grasses and purple flowers. Two people stand near the entrance, and a car is parked nearby.
Real Estate
Frank & Jack’s, a new restaurant and event space, is coming to Mount Pleasant
Frank & Jack’s will be nestled on two acres just off Highway 17, and the space will feature a standalone ice cream shack.
April 23, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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40+ volunteer opportunities in Charleston
This list of volunteer opportunities in Charleston includes everything from lending a hand at the hospital to donating to a local cause.
April 18, 2025
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A refreshing cocktail served in a textured glass with a gradient effect, transitioning from a deep red at the bottom to a pale, frothy top. The drink is garnished with a dried lime wheel and a gold metal straw, placed on a sunlit white table with palm frond shadows.
Food
A toast to the city: Charleston Cocktail Week kicks off April 21
For Charleston Cocktail Week, enjoy specialty cocktails and deals at 30+ local bars and restaurants through April 27.
April 18, 2025
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Erika Ross
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The front desk and product display at Magnolia Med Spa.
Wellness
3 places to explore med spa treatments in Charleston
We’ve rounded up three Holy City spots, where aesthetics, beauty, and wellness take center stage.
April 17, 2025
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Dalton Phillips
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It’s strawberry season: Where to pick your own strawberries near Charleston this spring
Peak strawberry season runs April through June — here are some local farms where you can fill your basket.
April 16, 2025
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Erika Ross
A wide-angle view of Firefly Distillery in North Charleston, South Carolina, featuring a modern barn-style building with gray siding and red-framed windows. The main entrance is marked by a large “FIREFLY” sign above the doorway. Several people are walking around the front walkway and sitting under large yellow shade sails in an outdoor area. The distillery is surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and greenery under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
Events
Firefly Distillery turns 20: A toast to two decades
Firefly Distillery, North Charleston’s beloved distillery, celebrates its milestone with live music, local eats, and a nod to its iconic Sweet Tea Vodka.
April 16, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Two people standing outdoors among lush green banana plants, engaged in conversation. The man wears a white shirt with a logo and sunglasses hanging from the collar, while the woman, also in white, looks ahead. Bright sunlight filters through the foliage, and the sky is blue with scattered clouds.
Small Business
Q+A with Kevin Hartley, CEO and founder of Cambio Roasters
With Earth Day approaching, Cambio Roasters is rethinking single-serve coffee — offering a more sustainable alternative to plastic pods.
April 14, 2025
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Erika Ross