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Experienced Horticulturist Jim Martin Joins Magnolia Plantation

July 6, 2022 by 0 Comments
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CHARLESTON, S.C. — Seasoned horticulturist Jim Martin has joined Magnolia Plantation & Gardens as director of horticulture. Martin has 35 years of experience in public horticulture and is a recognized leader and visionary in the fields of horticulture, garden management, and design.  
Martin will oversee the plantation’s vast gardens, setting a direction that both honors Magnolia’s horticultural history and promotes a garden aesthetic fitting for today’s garden experience. He’s tasked with redefining core areas of horticultural importance based on past collections and future interests in horticulture.

Martin will set the educational direction in gardening, horticulture and other art-based fields at Magnolia. And he will oversee design, development and renovation of both current and future gardens. 

Martin will draw on his extensive experience as director of horticulture for Riverbanks Zoo + Botanical Garden, Mepkin Abbey, and Brookgreen Gardens in South Carolina. More recently, Martin served as executive director and program director of the nonprofit Charleston Parks Conservancy. 

Martin has a bachelor’s degree in ornamental horticulture from Clemson University and is a highly respected member of the horticulture and garden community in South Carolina.

“The gardens at Magnolia have such a rich and important history,” Martin said. “I’m excited to find ways to marry the garden’s horticulture history with new experiences that keep visitors and locals coming back time and again. My passion for public gardens made this role a perfect fit. I’m looking forward to casting a vision for Magnolia where people, place, and plants come together in memorable ways.”

CEO Susan Shallo said, “We are thrilled to welcome Jim to our team. His level of skill and creativity is unmatched. I’m confident he will build upon the beautiful gardens at Magnolia while enhancing the property and overall guest experience.”   

ABOUT MAGNOLIA PLANTATION & GARDENS

Founded in 1676 by the Drayton family, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens is the oldest public tourist site in the Lowcountry, and the oldest public gardens in America. Magnolia opened its doors to visitors in 1870 to view the thousands of beautiful flowers and plants in its famous gardens. Learn more at www.magnoliaplantation.com.

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Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission announces public workshop dates for “Parks and Recreation for All” Comprehensive Plan

July 6, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Public encouraged to provide input on comprehensive master plan update for parks, open spaces, trails and facilities 

(CHARLESTON COUNTY) – The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) has scheduled six public planning workshops in July to gather public input on the agency’s “Parks and Recreation for All” (or “PARFA”) 10-year Comprehensive Master Plan.  The PARFA planning process is currently underway, and CCPRC staff, consultants, and Commissioners are working to gather community goals and recommendations for the agency’s parks and facilities, open spaces, trails, programming and land acquisition strategies through 2033. Public feedback is vital to the success of the plan, and all interested members of the general public are encouraged to attend any of the July workshops.  

Public Planning Workshops will be held on the following dates: 

Tuesday, July 19 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.

  • Wando Mount Pleasant Library
  • Otranto Road Library in North Charleston 

Wednesday, July 20 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.

  • Main Library in downtown Charleston
  • St. Paul’s Hollywood Library 

Thursday, July 21 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.

  • St. James Santee Elementary School in McClellanville
  • St. John’s High School on Johns Island 

These general public workshops will be a drop-in style format, and CCPRC encourages attendees to stop by any time during the scheduled meeting time. Attendees will get an introduction to CCPRC, CCPRC programs and facilities, the PARFA comprehensive planning process, and preliminary findings from the planning process. CCPRC is working to identify park and recreation priorities for the next ten years, and welcomes all feedback and suggestions for improving the quality of life of Charleston County residents, in accordance with its mission.

As an added bonus, CCPRC will have cool treats (e.g., ice cream, snow cones) available for all workshop attendees!  

Community Engagement

This title of the plan, “Parks and Recreation for ALL,” points to the importance of creating a truly inclusive and community-driven planning process where the recommendations are directly informed by community priorities, needs and ideas. 

An additional opportunity for public input is through CCPRC’s 2022 Community Survey, available at ccprc.com/PARFA.

A printed/paper version of the survey will be available at the July public workshops. Other public engagement measures for the PARFA plan include targeted community-scale workshops; pop-up-style information stations; and focus group meetings with community advocacy groups, existing and potential public and non-profit partners, park and recreation-oriented businesses, mobility and accessibility advocacy groups, and cultural and natural resource agencies and organizations. For more information about the PARFA planning process, upcoming events, and ways to participate, visit ccprc.com/PARFA. 

About the Project Team

The consulting team leading the PARFA planning effort is Cambridge, Massachusetts-based Agency Landscape + Planning. The project team also includes Alta Planning for connectivity and trails, BerryDunn for recreation programming and operations, and ETC Institute to develop and deploy a statistically valid community survey. Charleston-based Community Solutions Consulting is also on the team and brings recent, hands-on knowledge of reaching area communities from their work on the Charleston City Plan.

Dr. Tiffany Johnson of Rocket Solutions brings her expertise in organizational structures in parks and recreation. Lead consultant Agency Landscape + Planning is a mission-driven, women-owned practice dedicated to addressing social equity, cultural vitality and environmental resilience through design excellence, strategic planning and community engagement on projects across the country. The firm has led parks and open space planning projects for over a decade, including system-wide plans for communities including Denver, CO; Mecklenburg County, NC; Howard County, MD; Greensboro, NC and Jersey City, NJ, among others. 

About Charleston County Parks

The mission of the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission is to improve the quality of life in Charleston County by offering a diverse system of park facilities, programs and services. The large park system features over 11,000 acres of property and includes four-day parks, three beach parks, three dog parks, two landmark fishing piers, three waterparks, 19 boat landings, a climbing wall, a challenge course, a historical plantation site, an interpretive center, an equestrian center, cottages, a campground, a marina, as well as wedding, meeting and event facilities.

The park system also offers a wide variety of recreational services – festivals, camps, classes, programs, volunteer opportunities, and more. For more information, call 843-795-4386 or visitwww.charlestoncountyparks.com.

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The 10 U.S. Cities That Do the 4th of July the Best? – New York, Washington, Boston, Philly and wait for it…Charleston, SC

July 5, 2022 by 0 Comments
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About the Video from World According to Briggs

Welcome to the greatest 4th of July Video EVER. Ok, so it’s probably not the greatest 4th of July video but I did find it interesting. Today I am going to list the 10 best independence Day celebrations in the US. This year we are looking at the big city 4th celebrations. Next year we will do small towns. One of the most celebrated holidays in the US is the 4th of July, with almost 50 million people traveling from July 1st to July 5th This year with the airlines dropping the ball and gas prices through the roof it might be a lot less when they add it all up in the coming weeks. I went to a bunch of websites where people gave their opinion.

The cities on this list are the ones that most often showed up on those lists. This list is in no particular order.

  • New York City
  • Washington DC
  • Chicago
  • Seattle
  • Charleston
  • Nashville
  • Dallas
  • San Diego
  • Philadelphia
  • Boston
Lowcountry - Real Estate

What are the BEST places to live in South Carolina? – New video by Charleston Lifestyle

July 4, 2022 by 0 Comments
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About the Video by Charleston Lifestyle

One of the most picturesque states in the entire country is South Carolina.

It’s easy to understand why so many people decide to move here and remain once they do. What are the best places to live in South Carolina, you ask? Good question. There are many wonderful places, but I want to focus on the top three that most locals pick.

I’ll discuss Hilton Head, Greenville, and Charleston, South Carolina.  These cities are all unique, and so are the areas around them, but they all have a lot to offer. Follow along as I discuss each one!

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Charleston Photography Gallery: The College of Charleston – Educational Jewel of Historic Charleston

July 2, 2022 by 0 Comments
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By Mark A Leon

“Learning is not attained by chance, it must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence.” – Abigail Adams

At the heart of the Southern elegance and refined beauty of Charleston, South Carolina is the moral and educational foundation of the next generation of leaders, The College of Charleston.

The campus of the College of Charleston, in its own right, is a breathing garden of beautiful surroundings, inspirational art, historic architecture and thoughtful nurtured collaborative learning.

For thousands, even outside the academic ranks, walking and absorbing this campus proves to be its own attraction. Come experience a visual journey with us.

Food & Bev - Lowcountry - Mount Pleasant, SC

Mount Pleasant’s Malika Canteen is one of the only Pakistani restaurants in the country (and only one in SC) to offer alcohol

June 30, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Malika Canteen, the only Pakistani restaurant in the state, is pleased to be among one of the only Pakistani restaurants in the country to offer alcohol. Debuting this week, guests can enjoy a selection of beers and wines, many of which are local, like Westbrook’s One Claw, Coast Brewing Co.’s ALTerior Motive and Coast Ridge Cellars’ Chardonnay. All are excellent choices for washing down one of Malika’s signature dishes, like their Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Biryani and Lahori Cholay Plate..

  • Hours: Malika is open Wednesday-Saturday from 12-9 p.m. and Sunday from 12-7 p.m.
  • Location: 1333 Theater Dr, Mt Pleasant, SC 2946
  • Full drinks menu HERE
  • Full menu HERE

Photo Credit: www.instagram.com/fiaforeverstudios

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Mavis Tires and Brakes Celebrates Grand Opening of Second North Charleston Location, in Time for Holiday Travel Needs and Tire Safety Check

June 30, 2022 by 1 Comment
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Newest South Carolina location brings affordable range of vehicle services to residents 

North Charleston, SC. June 30, 2022 – Marking its 21st store in South Carolina, and in conjunction with National Tire Safety Week, Mavis Tires and Brakes is celebrating the grand opening of its second North Charleston retail location and fifth Charleston retail location. 

Located at 8511 Dorchester Road, this new Mavis Tires and Brakes brings a range of affordable vehicle services to North Charleston residents and creates new jobs in the community. Mavis employs nearly 200 team members across the state and currently has approximately 25 open positions in the North Charleston area. 

To help South Carolina drivers get a head-start on holiday travel, this new location will offer a free tire safety check. To take advantage of a free tire safety check, customers can visit Mavis Tire and Brakes retail locations any time during normal business hours.

“We are proud to welcome North Charleston residents to the Mavis family and to continue providing trustworthy and affordable car-care services for South Carolina drivers,” said Brian Sisson, Senior Vice President, Retail Operations. “Through our strong distributor relationships, Mavis Tires and Brakes continues to offer the tires and products consumers need at the prices they want.”The new eight-bay location offers services that include:

Tire sales and installationFlat repair and tire pressure monitoringBrakes, brake repair and installationAlignmentsOil changesSuspension, shocks and strutsBattery replacementMuffler and exhaust 

For more information about Mavis career opportunities, please visit mavistire.com/careers.  

About Mavis Tires and Brakes

Mavis, based in Millwood, New York, is one of the largest independent tire and service providers in the United States, with service centers across 21 states, including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Alabama, Georgia and Florida.

In addition to its core offering of tires from over 20 major brands, Mavis offers a menu of services including brakes, alignments, suspension, shocks, and exhaust. Mavis, which was founded in 1972 by Marion and Victor Sorbaro and has roots dating back to 1949, has a strong reputation for delivering best-in-class customer service and quality. For more information, visit mavistire.com.