Dashi, now a permanent resident atGhost Monkey Breweryin Mount Pleasant, has introduced three new family packages available Wednesday only, for dine-in on their spacious outdoor patio, as well as to-go:
Four whole jumbo wings, two steamed buns, two burritos, and two pints (or a crowler for to-go only)- $45
12 whole jumbo wings, four steamed buns, two burritos and two pints (or a crowler for to-go only)- $70
Two burritos, two kid’s meals (choice from kid’s taco, quesadilla, steam bun or rice + beans) and two pints or a crowler (for to-go only)- $35
Every Wednesday and Sunday, kids also eat free and receive a free entrée (kid’s taco, quesadilla, steam bun, or rice + beans) with the purchase of one adult entreé and draft beer (for dine-in only). Dashi is open at Ghost Monkey Brewery Wed.-Fri. 4-8 p.m., and Sat.-Sun. 1-8 p.m. View Dashi’s menuhere, Ghost Monkey’s beers on taphere
Petition: Stop Mayor Tecklenburg from Annexing More John’s Island Land Through Taking Possession of a Local Community Park & Historic Preservation Project
When you ask the Mayor for a letter of support and instead he takes the plan for the city.
If you want to chip in to this effort, please visit https://gofund.me/80915ea2which will go to furthering our land and culture conservation efforts. thank you ****)For the past 5.5 years, a John’s Island community-led initiative has been working to secure 26+ acres in the center of Maybank Highway.
This effort is in cooperation with many local groups, but the preservation of farmland extends past just this 26 acres into John’s Island’s local farms, protecting an additional 200 acres.
Joseph Fields of Fields Farm
Sidi Limehouse of Rosebank Farms
Vernon Smith of Vernon Smith Farms
Kenneth Milton of Lowland Farms
Anthony of Fire Ant Farms
This multicultural multigenerational collaboration is to ensure the true heart and soul of John’s Island is represented by and for its citizens in the corridor which has been rapidly developing in the hands of the City of Charleston. In the last 10 years, the City has put 80% of its new housing on John’s Island. AND NOW Mayor Tecklenburg himself is unwelcomely taking over this project when the community reached out for a letter of support.
Upon receiving the request for the letter of support, Mr. Tecklenberg went to view the pond property (26 acres), and decided that it would be more advantageous to him if the city applied for the property acquisition, which to his advantage includes annexation of the property into the city.
CIRCA 1111’s plan has been to create a park, community facilities, historic preservation, tributes to local heroes, education, as well as a farm co-op market so that locally grown food is available in a highly visible central location. The park is the heart of ensuring that people stay connected to the land and children grow up experiencing the outdoors through affiliate nature programs on site. The service of community facilities is to give the public access to water back to the community, allowing space to fish, cook, and commune together in a multicultural atmosphere. The embodiment of the project is to the monument and educate about our native local civil rights heroes, Gullah and migrant farming heroes, and Indigenous heroes, so that true John’s Island history is not forgotten and becomes part of the narrative of those who live here. The soul of the project is the co-op market. Meeting the essential service of food production is the grit and glory that our local farmers have earned and that John’s Island is famous for. Making this food central to citizens preserves land, a way of life and nourishes the bodies of its citizens.
CIRCA 1111, Local Pulse, Preserve the Gullah, and other community affiliates as a community effort have spent over $30,000 in financial spending, $50,000 in local sponsorship donations, 90,000 service hours, as well as an SBA approved Business Plan on this project. The goal is to ensure the center of our historic island is represented by and for the people, John’s Island citizens, who have shaped life on our island long before the City of Charleston began to annex properties and create their widening tax base vision
This effort has gone through the county Greenbelt funding application twice. The first time, we were 1 vote from getting approval even though their funding wasn’t technically available. Because of this, the second time, we included all interested parcels, but asked that the particular 26 acre pond parcel be the priority of the application due to the lack of funding issue. However, this intention was not given true consideration – as Greenbelt staff advised a different approach of including all possible land parcels. Greenbelt staff did not represent the intention of our prioritization for the 26-acre parcel, but rather included all parcels, therefore again placing our funding out of reach. Since then, CIRCA 1111 has applied a 3rd time for the 26-acre parcel only. We have learned our lesson of how the Greenbelt staff and Advisory Board operates and knew this was now a good shot at success.
This is where Mayor Tecklenburg, after receiving our request for a letter of support, decided the City of Charleston would fare better if they applied, annexed, and acquired the property, and put their own city park in place of our community effort. Our board reviewed the mayor’s intentions and sent a formal response. This response restated the original ask that he write a letter of support for our multicultural nonprofit community project as requested. If he was determined to acquire the property for the City, then we requested that he include us and our intended programs for historic preservation, childhood education, etc on site. He then stopped replying to our communications.
We are now in the process of filing a report with the National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center and circulating this petition. Our only available route for success with this hard-earned effort is for the mayor to act in good moral conscience, withdraw the application, and give us a letter of support, rather than a takeover.
We recognize that this solution is not likely because the mayor takes more seriously the annexation and taxation of his citizens, rather than the sincere hard work of organizing, caring, and resourceful community coming together to creating a representation of themselves on their island home. Supporting the community who has donated so much time and resources to save the heart and soul of their homeland from the devastating effects of city development, would be the most respectful action the mayor could take when he knows good and well what John’s Island roots mean to its people. We love our home, and we are fighting to keep it meaning something in the heart of all of this development.
This project has always been a community effort to truly preserve, diversify and sustain. To honestly answer the most pressing needs of John’s Islanders in a way that respects heritage, farmland, diverse cultures, and bring them all together as the central point of focus on this centralized track of land. For the Mayor to step in and claim it as city park territory is a desecration of our multicultural community benefit effort.
Ways to help this cause:
1) Sign this petition and share it with your friends, co-workers, family, and online
2) Donate to the Indigenous Nature Conservancy Fundraiser on Go Fund Me by Willie Heyward: Indigenous Nature Conservancy https://gofund.me/80915ea2
3) Sign up yourself individually or your business to become a part of the Gullah CVB as an alternative to the Charleston CVB which is not truly serving all demographics of Charleston.
There are awesome local perks & using our hospitality tax dollars to serve the whole community is the goal at www.gullahcvb.com
Thank you & bless you with the true beauty & nature of all our hearts, which is love over greed.
CHARLESTON, SC — Carolina Youth Development Center (CYDC) is joining child welfare advocates from around the country this month to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month. Advocates, elected officials, practitioners, and families along with others across the nation raise awareness of the prevalence of child abuse and the preventative measures being taken by community organizations throughout the month of April.
“April is very important to us as child advocates. We work to raise awareness of the prevalence of child abuse in our communities all year long, however, when an entire nation comes together to recognize the issue our collective voices become louder,” said CYDC CEO Beverly Hardin. “CYDC works every day to provide our community with the tools and resources needed to prevent child abuse and strengthen families. This month brings to the forefront the importance of our work and that of our dedicated and passionate staff.”
Originally declared in 1983, Child Abuse Prevention Month is celebrated with blue ribbons or pinwheels across the United States. Pinwheel gardens, where groups of blue pinwheels are “planted” in the ground, serve as a reminder of the joy and whimsy of childhood. This month, CYDC has planted two pinwheel gardens, one located on their Charleston County Campus and one located on their Berkeley County Campus. CYDC serves over 900 children and families each year through its residential and community-based programs. CYDC’s residential care spans two campuses (Berkeley County Campus and Charleston County Campus), providing a home-like setting for children in the foster care system, youth transitioning into adulthood, and youth experiencing homelessness. CYDC also provides a variety of community-based programs including the Strengthening Families Parenting Program, Family Support Center, afterschool and summer programs, and in-home community-based prevention services.
“Our service array is geared toward working with families and youth who are at-risk of entering the child well-being system and providing them with resources, tools, and support to help stay safe and together,” said Jennifer Sanders, CYDC VP of Programs. “CYDC’s programs equip families with various tools and supports that help prevent abuse and neglect by focusing on increasing parental resilience, promoting social and emotional competence, expanding parenting skills, and building support and social connections.”
For more information on CYDC programs or services please visit CYDC.org.
About Carolina Youth Development Center:
Founded in 1790 as the Charleston Orphan House, Carolina Youth Development Center’s mission is to empower and equip our community’s children by providing a safe environment, educational support, and career readiness, in collaboration with families and community partners. Our vision is that all children have loving and stable families and a nurturing community that empowers them to lead successful lives. For more information visit CYDC.org.
We are so pleased to feature this unique, healthy and. exciting service in Mount Pleasant. The knowledgeable staff, extremely clean and well maintained faculties and extraordinary health benefits, makes this a perfect option.
Not sure about Cryotherapy? Read more below.
Thank you CryoEvolution for being an amazing neighborhood partner.
Whole Body Cryotherapy (WBC) is the process of exposing the body to ultra-low temperatures (-200 to -250F) in a controlled environment for a limited amount of time. The individual enters a Nitrogen-cooled cryogenic sauna or chamber for 1-3 minutes, which lowers the skin surface temperature significantly. This action stimulates receptors, activating a Central Nervous System response and causing a release of endorphins. After the session, the body immediately begins to reheat itself, increase circulation, and decrease inflammation by clearing toxins, lactic acid and metabolic waste. The new supply of oxygenated blood stimulates cellular regeneration. Many notice an after-burn effect in which they metabolize additional calories. WBC treatments have been adopted by elite athletes and professional sports teams for muscle recovery and injury prevention.
Why do it?
WBC was developed over 40 years ago by a Japanese doctor as an adjunct therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis sufferers. After being used in a clinical setting the technology then migrated to Europe where athletes showed a preference for the effciency of cryotherapy over traditional ice-baths. The technology has been used in the US for the last 8+ years and has become popular in non-clinical settings by sufferers of a variety of disorders, those looking for relief from inflammation and a competetive edge in training. WBC is not just for athletes, as it reduces inflammation throughout the entire body, and can help those with arthritis, joint disorders, improve post-operative recovery, manage pain, improve mood, boost metabolism and improve sleep.
With the arrival of spring, Firefly Distillery is introducing two new offerings to enjoy the distillery in a new way.
Sharing info below on their new private tasting – the Master Distiller’s Experience – as well as their Flights + Bites tasting options.
Master Distiller’s Experience
A more intimate and in-depth tasting experience, the Master Distiller’s Experience offers a private tasting with a distillery expert for up to 12 people. This new tasting experience offers 6 samples of Firefly’s extensive spirits lineup featuring moonshine, vodka, rum, whiskey, bourbon and dessert liquors, in the Master Distiller’s room for $25 per person.
With a private tasting, visitors can ask questions and have a more interactive experience getting to know the spirits and the process that goes into each one. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, bachelor/ette parties and more. Call the distillery to book one starting today!
Flights + Bites
Outside of a spirits tasting in the Tasting Room, Firefly is introducing tasting flights and charcuterie boards, Flights + Bites! Choose from one of four tasting flight options – moonshine, vodka, whiskey/bourbon or dessert flight – and pair it with a house-made charcuterie meat + cheese board.
Enjoy Flights + Bites from anywhere on the distillery grounds, available Monday through Friday. Flights: $10-$12; Boards: $12.
Effort addresses community concerns about trash on the West Ashley Greenway/Bikeway
CHARLESTON, S.C. — In an effort to address citizen concerns about trash on the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway, the Charleston Parks Conservancy is launching a volunteer litter cleanup program. In April, the Conservancy will kick off Cleanup in the Parks.
Beginning in April, the Conservancy will give away 100 cleanup kits with bags, gloves, safety vests and trash pickers. Volunteers can keep the cleanup kits and use them to remove trash from any local park or public greenspace.
The Conservancy also is partnering with like-minded organizations to host community cleanup events along the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway. The kickoff cleanup will be on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. In addition, Charleston Waterkeeper will host a morning cleanup along the West Ashley Bikeway hosted from 9-11. Keep Charleston Beautiful will host its own cleanup on the Greenway from 5:30-7:30 p.m. An additional cleanup event is also scheduled for Saturday, May 22.
Located west of the Ashley River and spanning a combined more than 10 miles, the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway winds through tunnels of trees, residential neighborhoods and across marshlands. This linear park is widely used for walking, running or biking. The trail meets at the cross section of Savannah Highway and Wappoo Road.
“We are always listening to the community and seeking input on how we can improve Charleston’s parks and greenspaces. After conducting a community survey about the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway, it was clear that litter is a big concern,” said Rachel Barry, volunteer manager for the Conservancy. “We are excited to give the community an opportunity to join us in cleaning up the trails and making them more enjoyable for everyone.”
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. The Conservancy opens doors to individuals and organizations in Charleston wanting to engage with their parks and green spaces in a kaleidoscope of positive ways. With the help of its Park Angels, the Conservancy improves, enhances, and invigorates these spaces, making Charleston even better, stronger, and more successful. For more information about or to support the Charleston Parks Conservancy, visitwww.charlestonparksconservancy.org.
It’s happening! Tideland Brewing is finally opening its doors to the public!
Join us at our location on Dorchester Road in North Charleston (formerly known as Holy City Brewing) on Saturday, March 27th from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
There will be a variety of our beers on tap that are sure to please all types of tastes! And don’t forget to come hungry! Our NEW kitchen will be open!
Can’t wait to show you all what we’ve been brewin’ these past few months
Eleven81 Partners with YEScarolina to Benefit Summer Entrepreneurship Camps in Charleston, SC
$1 of each featured Kitchen Karma item at Eleven81 will be donated to YEScarolina through April.
CHARLESTON, SC – Now through April 30th, Eleven81 in the Market at Oakland in Mount Pleasant has partnered with YEScarolina to raise money through the restaurant’s Kitchen Karma program.
YEScarolina is a local nonprofit organization that empowers students in South Carolina to create businesses, grow wealth and impact economic development in their community through their entrepreneurship programs.
Proceeds from this partnership will benefit YEScarolina’s upcoming summer programs and Lowcountry Summer Pitch Contest for participating student entrepreneurs in Charleston.
The Kitchen Karma program began at the Eleven81’s owners’ first restaurant concept, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar. The restaurants partner with a local charity organization to donate $1 from every featured Kitchen Karma item sold throughout the program’s duration.
The featured items benefiting YEScarolina on Eleven81’s menu are the Jumbo Bavarian Pretzel and Cooper River Golden Ale Draft Beer. $1 of each purchased through April 30th, 2021 will be donated to YEScarolina.
FEATURED ITEMS
Jumbo Bavarian Pretzel
Cooper River Golden Ale Draft Beer
As entrepreneurs themselves, Eleven81 owners Joe Sciortino, Andy Palmer, and David Clark believe in YEScarolina’s mission and know the impact it can have.
“Small businesses and the entrepreneurs that lead them are the heart of our community”, explains David Clark. “We’re very excited about partnering with YEScarolina, an organization that teaches our young people how to be leaders through entrepreneurship right here in our own backyard in Mount Pleasant.”
Since its inception, the owners of Eleven81 have donated over $60,000 to nonprofit organizations here in Charleston through the Kitchen Karma program.
ABOUT ELEVEN81
Eleven81 is a locally owned and operated neighborhood restaurant + sports bar in Mount Pleasant, SC. Featuring elevated American fare, freshly juiced cocktails, indoor and outdoor dining in a casual, family-friendly environment, Eleven81 is a place for neighbors to catch the game, grab a drink, celebrate with family and friends and eat, drink, and gather.
Eleven81 – 1181 Oakland Market Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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