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CHARLESTON, S.C. – Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) will open the renovated John’s Island Library, located at 3531 Maybank Highway, on Monday, Aug. 23. The public is invited to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the branch.
“After being closed for over a year, we’re thrilled to show the community all of the exciting changes that have taken place at their branch,” said CCPL Executive Director Angela Craig. “John’s Island and the surrounding area finally have access to a modern, state-of-the-art library, equipped with resources, services, and technology that extend well beyond books.”
The John’s Island Library closed in August 2020 to undergo renovations as part of the ongoing $108.5 million referendum-funded project passed by Charleston County voters in 2014 to build five new libraries and renovate all existing branches. Updates include:
The Otranto Road Library, which opened on Aug. 2, was the first renovated branch to reopen its doors to the public. Three other CCPL branches –Hurd/St. Andrew’s, Mt. Pleasant, and Dorchester Road– are currently closed for renovations, with the Hurd/St. Andrew’s branch expected to reopen in the coming weeks. Designs for the renovations were created by McMillan Pazdan Smith (MPS), with MB Kahn handling construction.
The ribbon cutting ceremony will include speakers from the library and Charleston County Government, as well as elected officials. Due to COVID-19, occupancy at the ceremony will be limited. In addition to the ribbon cutting, patrons will have the opportunity to meet the branch staff, take pictures with CCPL’s mascot Owlbert, and more.
For more information about this library branch and updates on the construction of the other facilities, please visit ccpl.org/construction.
Announcing the fall outdoor concert series at the North Charleston venue
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC (August 4, 2021) – Firefly Distillery, South Carolina’s oldest working distillery, is expanding its music program to include a variety of live music offerings throughout the expansive venue. The new music program, Live At Firefly, will encompass all live music events at the North Charleston distillery, from weekly local performances to national touring artists. “I grew up a musician and supporting live music has always been a part of our brand,” says Scott Newitt, co-owner of Firefly Distillery. “We’re expanding our support through these new performance offerings and love being able to provide a fun venue for artists and the community.”Now a major player in the music venue scene in Charleston, Firefly Distillery is doubling down on supporting live music. This new program Live At Firefly offers three ways visitors can experience live performances at the distillery:
In partnership with Ear For Music, Firefly Distillery is hosting an outdoor concert series On The Field from September 4 to October 23. Each ticketed concert will run from 7 to 10 pm, with doors opening at 6 pm, and will feature live music performances, Firefly cocktails, beer, wine, and local food trucks. Open to all ages, tickets can be purchased in advance at citypapertickets.com starting August 6, 2021.
Fall Concert Series Lineup:
This concert series is powered by Rev Federal Credit Union with additional sponsors including: Charleston City Paper, Bud Light Seltzer, Babe Wine, Hero Heating & Air, Rodgers Wranglers, David Aylor Law Offices, MassMutual SC, and Southern Flavor Magazine.
For more information about Firefly Distillery, Live At Firefly, and the fall concert series, visit www.fireflydistillery.com. Firefly Distillery is currently open Monday through Saturday from 12 to 6 pm offering tastings and cocktails with live music and food trucks on Saturdays and is available for private events.
About Firefly DistilleryFirefly Distillery is the birthplace of Firefly Spirits. What began as an idea for the world’s first sweet tea vodka has grown into South Carolina’s largest distillery. Outgrowing its flagship location on Wadmalaw Island, Firefly Distillery expanded its operations with its new 25,000 square foot distillery in North Charleston. Keeping with traditions of history and Southern hospitality, the new distillery offers a place to gather for friends, family, corporate events and weddings. Set under the oaks and surrounded by marsh views, the distillery is a destination for locals and visitors alike with live music, food trucks, events and a gift shop. Visitors can experience the distillation process first hand with various tastings and purchase Firefly Spirits including the new small-batch bourbon and many other distillery specialties.
About Ear For MusicAll things music, Ear For Music (EFM) is a full-service entertainment agency that specializes in providing one-of-a-kind events with the music industry’s hottest stars, emerging talent, and local favorites. EFM thrives in talent buying, production management, and full-service concert or festival promotion delivering a unique listening experience for any performance setting.
Charleston Parks Conservancy celebrates 10th anniversary of Party for the Parks
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Charleston’s hottest party returns to Colonial Lake this fall with a celestial theme, food, cocktails and plenty of entertainment. The Charleston Parks Conservancy will host its Party for the Parks fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 29. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, Sept. 14.
After being canceled last year due to the pandemic, Party for the Parks returns this year to mark its 10th anniversary as one of Charleston’s premier events.
Each year, this event raises money for the Charleston Parks Conservancy’s work beautifying and maintaining more than 20 of Charleston’s city parks. Notable park projects include the renovation of Colonial Lake, Moultrie Playground, St. Julian Devine Community Center & Park. the Rose Pavilion at Hampton Park, and the creation of three community gardens.
Switching to a Friday night this year, Party for the Parks is set for 6-10 p.m. on Oct. 29. Guests will be treated to food from local restaurants, specialty cocktails, music and live entertainment. Party-goers are encouraged to dress to the theme of Zodiac: A Celestial Celebration. All-inclusive tickets are $150.
Tickets will be strictly limited for this year’s event. Those interested in attending are encouraged to purchase tickets early. Sponsorship opportunities are available, and sponsors are guaranteed tickets to the event. For more information about sponsorships, please contact Samantha Scott at sscott@charlstonparksconservancy.org.
“Party for the Parks has grown into one of Charleston’s favorite fundraising events,” said Conservancy Executive Director Tom McGuire. “Not only is it an incredible party, but attendees know they are helping us connect people to their parks and create stunning public spaces all year long.”
Learn more and purchase tickets at www.partyfortheparks.com.
About the Charleston Parks Conservancy
The Charleston Parks Conservancy is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring the people of Charleston to connect with their parks and create stunning public places and a strong community. For more than 13 years, the Conservancy — through public-private partnerships — has had a hand in renovating and beautifying more than 20 parks in the City of Charleston. In 2020, renovations were completed at Moultrie Playground and at St. Julian Devine Community Center & Park. Other notable projects include the complete renovation of Colonial Lake, the renovation of the Rose Pavilion at Hampton Park as well as Magnolia Park and Community Garden and Medway Park and Community Garden. For more information, visit www.charlestonparksconservancy.org.
Photo Credits: Charleston Parks Conservancy
Eryn Edwards chosen from thousands of students nationwide to receive $1,500 college scholarship from Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
NEW YORK (August 3, 2021)— The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) named Eryn Edwards, of Ladson, South Carolina, the fourth-place winner of its national 2021 Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship Essay Contest and awarded her a $1,500 college scholarship. Eryn was chosen from more than 2,000 entries nationwide for her essay about her father, who lives with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, and how it has impacted their lives.
“Eryn’s heartwarming essay about her father and his battle with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, their role changes, and the lessons she learned from those experiences will help raise Alzheimer’s awareness and provide strength and support to millions of other families who are dealing with the same challenges,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s President and CEO. “We congratulate Eryn on being chosen as a winner in this competition, thank her for sharing her story and are grateful for her efforts in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.”
Eryn’s essay focused on her father’s life with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, her relationship with him, and the many ways she’s changed to help him. “Although his moods influence me and my family, I have discovered that how we interact with him influences him to an even greater degree,” she wrote. “I’ve changed my tactics and ways of approaching him to be more positive and understanding even if I’m having a bad day or I am frustrated.”
“He, regardless of Alzheimer’s, is still my dad. On the days when he remembers who I am, I am hopeful that me spending time with him means something to him, and if nothing else spending time with him means something to me.”
The experience has taught Eryn many things—to be more patient, to see things from a different perspective, and to treasure her own memories. Alzheimer’s has also “challenged [her] to be understanding and compassionate in a way that only someone who has had to cope with something like Alzheimer’s can be.”
Eryn will be attending the Savannah College of Art and Design in the Fall.
AFA’s annual Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship Essay Contest asks high school seniors to describe how Alzheimer’s disease impacts their lives, what they have learned in the face of coping with it and how they plan to help others who are affected by it. This year, AFA awarded over $55,000 in college scholarships to 72 students from across the country. Since the program’s inception, AFA has awarded more than $350,000 in college scholarships to students affected by Alzheimer’s disease.
For more information about AFA’s Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship Essay Contest, call AFA at 866-232-8484 or visit www.alzfdn.org.
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About Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA):
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is a nonprofit organization whose mission is toprovide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide, and fund research for better treatment and a cure. Its services include a National Toll-Free Helpline (866-232-8484) staffed by licensed social workers, the National Memory Screening Program, educational conferences and materials, and “AFA Partners in Care” dementia care training for healthcare professionals. For more information about AFA, call 866-232-8484, visit www.alzfdn.org, follow us on Twitter, or connect with us on Facebook,Instagram or LinkedIn. AFA has earned Charity Navigator’s top 4-star rating for six consecutive years.
Charleton, S.C.– August 4, 2021- Mount Pleasant’s newest gastropub, Bull & Finch, will open at 1710 Shoremeade Road on Wednesday, September 1. An upscale neighborhood hangout with a focus on innovative, fresh cuisine and local beer, Bull & Finch will feature a pub-style room home to a 20-seat bar with TVs for watching the game, in addition to a more elevated dining room, catering to a variety of guest’s preferences. Offering a large array of soups, salads, appetizers, chargrilled rustic toasts, sandwiches, mains, sides and desserts, (many with half portion options), Bull & Finch’s menu caters to customization and sharing.
“We are so excited to welcome the Charleston community to our warm and relaxed gastropub,” shares Owner Mike Russo. “We hope friends and families will return time and time again, and find comfort in our little gem of a restaurant.”
Chef Brandon Buck will serve as Executive Chef of Bull & Finch, formerly the Executive Chef of Tradd’s, and prior to that, Blossom and Middleton Place. Standout starters from Buck will include the likes of Duck Confit Sliders, Chargrilled Chicken Wings and Arancini, along with mouthwatering sandwiches like the Blackened Tuna, or Southern Pride Burger, made with ground chuck and short rib, pimento cheese and a chili sorghum syrup.
Highly anticipated mains include Beer Battered Fish & Chips, Gourmet Mushroom Risotto, Braised Short Ribs and Ricotta Gnocchi, and more, many available in half portions. Diners are warned to avoid skimping on the sides at Bull & Finch, as Buck’s Fried Brussel Sprouts and Duck Fat Fries with a duck-bacon aioli are not-to-be missed. Guests can end their meal on a sweet note with decadent options like Bull & Finch’s seasonal fruit pies and 4-Layer Carrot Cake. Local beer from more than 10 Charleston breweries will also be on tap from the likes of Munkle, Westbrook, Coast, Palmetto and Edmund’s Oast, in addition to an approachable selection of reds, whites and bubbles.
Bull & Finch will be open Monday-Friday from 4 p.m-12 a.m., and Saturday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-12 a.m.
For more information and to view menus, visit www.thebullandfinchpub.com or visit Bull & Finch on Instagram and Facebook.
ODDFELLOWS ICE CREAM CO. BRINGS THEIR POPULAR SCOOPS TO THE LOWCOUNTRY
WITH THE OPENING OF A NEW CHARLESTON LOCATION THIS FALL
Brooklyn-based, Small-Batch Ice Cream Company brings Bold Out-of-the-box Flavors to Charleston, SC, marking the Company’s Second Location in the South
BROOKLYN, N.Y. (August 5, 2021) – OddFellows Ice Cream Co., the beloved ice cream company known for their out-of-the-box and eccentric ice cream flavors is thrilled to announce the opening of a brand new location in Charleston, SC.OddFellows’ new South Carolina outpost will allow travelers and locals alike the unique opportunity to transport their tastebuds with otherworldly flavors, created by James Beard-nominated chef Sam Mason, such as Miso Cherry, Passionberry Buttercake and Chocotorta.
“Charleston has long been known for its unparalleled hospitality and we’re excited to play a part in its longstanding legacy by bringing a new kind of culinary experience to the community,” said OddFellows’ Co-owner, Mohan Kumar. “We can’t wait to provide a fun and vibrant space for friends, family and loved ones to come together and indulge in our unconventional ice cream flavors.”
Set to open its doors this Fall, OddFellows’ new Charleston location will span across 1,400 square feet. and offer a revolving menu of 30 flavors, including a large selection of vegan options, for ice cream enthusiasts to enjoy. The new Scoop Shop will also feature various soft-serve flavors, milkshakes and ice cream floats that are sure to please any palate.
In celebration of the milestone opening, OddFellows will be partnering with locally beloved, Charleston businesses to host several engaging pop-ups for the community to come and enjoy. On Thursday, August 12 from 5 – 10 p.m., award-winningLeon’s Oyster Shop and OddFellows will be serving up South Carolina-inspired “King St. Counter Crunch Sundae,” made with housemade sorghum dulce de leche, benne seed wafers and OddFellows’ famed “Bodega Counter Crunch” ice cream. Note this is offer is available for dine-in guests only. On Saturday, August 14, OddFellows will also be popping up at Graft Wine Shop from 12 – 3 p.m. to offer free scoops and plenty of flavors to delight in.
Address:
550 King St.
Charleston, SC, 29403
Hours of Operation:
OddFellows Charleston Scoop Shop open daily from 12 p.m. – 12 a.m.
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ABOUT ODDFELLOWS:
OddFellows is a Brooklyn-based, modern yet nostalgic ice cream company known for creating both quirky and classic ice cream flavors and having a good time while doing it. In June 2013, co-owners Mohan and Holiday Kumar, and James Beard-nominated chef Sam Mason opened the flagship scoop shop in the iconic Brooklyn neighborhood of Williamsburg. Each scoop is authentically homemade and concocted at a small farm in upstate New York, where all of OddFellows’ dairy is locally sourced. Since its debut, OddFellows rose to immediate acclaim and has concocted over 500+ flavors, including stand-out hits like Miso Cherry, Olive Oil, Chocotorta, and Chorizo Caramel Swirl. The small-batch ice cream company goes far beyond your standard scoop. OddFellows has partnered with the likes of Bodega Boys, LCD Soundsystem, Wayne Diamond, Flan, and most recently Ol’ Dirty Bastard to debut exclusive capsule collections available for a limited time. In addition to ice cream, guests can enjoy a rotating selection of sorbets, soft serve, beer, wine, and more, at select locations. Today, OddFellows has opened scoop shops in Brooklyn Bridge Park, Domino Park, Dumbo, Riis Beach, Chestnut Hill, MA, and Seoul, South Korea, with plans to open additional locations in McCarren Park (Fall 2021), Pittsburgh, PA (Fall 2021), Tampa, FL (Fall 2021) and across the Southern United States. To find out more information, please visit oddfellowsnyc.com or follow along on Instagram at @oddfellowsnyc.
Queen Street Hospitality Group (QSHG) will be donating 5% of their sales from each of their restaurants (82 Queen, Florence’s Lowcountry Kitchen, Jalisco Taqueria and Tequila) between August 23-29 to help support teachers downtown (82 Queen), in West Ashley (Florence’s) and on James Island (Jalisco) through DonorsChoose.
With a new school year starting and an exceedingly challenging past few semesters, QSHG wanted to show appreciation for Charleston area teachers.
DonorsChoose is a website that allows teachers to set up donation requests for specific classroom needs.The site became popular in 2018 after cryptocurrency and international payment company Ripple donated $29 million to fund every single teachers wish listed on the site, part of the donation coming from Stephen Colbert, who paid for all of the donation requests in his home state of South Carolina.
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