Uncover Charleston’s Treasures, One Clue at a Time!
Team Formation: Divide into teams (or go solo if you’re feeling adventurous).
Printable Clues: Download our free printable Charleston Scavenger Hunt clues here to kick off your adventure.
Time Limit: Set a time limit (or not—this is Charleston time, after all).
Clues and Challenges:
Rainbow Row Revelry:
Find the iconic Rainbow Row on East Bay Street. Take a group selfie with these pastel beauties.
Bonus: Spot a cat sunbathing on a windowsill—extra points for feline flair.
Pineapple Fountain Pursuit:
Head to Waterfront Park and snap a picture at the Pineapple Fountain. Remember, pineapples symbolize hospitality!
Bonus: Strike a pose with your best pineapple impersonation.
Historic Marker Hunt:
Identify a home with a historical marker that predates the Civil War. Imagine the stories those walls hold!
Bonus: Share a fun fact about the house with your team.
Gullah Geechee Goodies:
Visit the City Market and find a stall selling sweetgrass baskets. Admire the craftsmanship.
Bonus: Learn a Gullah phrase from the vendor.
Ghostly Encounter:
Wander down Chalmers Street and listen for ghostly whispers. Charleston is known for its haunted history.
Bonus: Spot a ghost tour guide in full character.
Secret Garden Quest:
Explore the Unitarian Church Graveyard. Look for ancient tombstones and hidden nooks.
Bonus: Find a blooming camellia or a friendly squirrel.
Waterfront Wonders:
Stroll along the Battery and admire the historic mansions. Imagine life during the Civil War.
Bonus: Spot a pelican or a sailboat gliding by.
Sweet Tea Sip-Off:
Pop into a local café and order a glass of sweet tea. It’s a Charleston tradition!
Bonus: Use your best Southern accent when ordering.
Palmetto State Puzzle:
Locate a palmetto tree (South Carolina’s state tree). Hint: They’re everywhere!
Bonus: Recite the state motto: “Dum Spiro Spero” (While I breathe, I hope).
Final Destination:
Gather at White Point Garden overlooking the harbor.
Raise your glasses (sweet tea or otherwise) and toast to your Charleston adventure!
Prize:
The winning team receives a miniature pineapple trophy—because in Charleston, hospitality always wins!
Remember, explore, laugh, and soak in the Southern charm. May your Charleston Scavenger Hunt be filled with delightful discoveries and memories to treasure!
By Katie Augustine, Community Engagement Strategist
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (March 26, 2024) – The Town of Mount Pleasant’s 2023 Annual Report is now available. The publication highlights milestones, challenges, successes, and accolades earned throughout 2023. The Annual Report is available online here.
“As we reflect on 2023, envision our town as a sweetgrass basket, each accomplishment intricately woven into a tapestry of success,” said Mayor Will Haynie. “There was much to be proud of last year. I encourage you to read about the incredible things we’ve accomplished in 2023.”
For more information about the Town of Mount Pleasant, visit us online here.
New stores will be located in Florida, Indiana, South Carolina and Tennessee
Each of the five planned locations will help generate 150 new jobs for people in the areas where they open, the Massachusetts-based company said. BJ’s, with a smaller warehouse footprint, competes with Sam’s Club and Costco Wholesale.
Two of the new locations will be in Florida, operating in Palm Coast and West Palm Beach. The others will be located in Carmel, Indiana; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; and Maryville, Tennessee.
“Our real estate pipeline is the strongest it’s been in 20 years, and we look forward to helping even more families save up to 25% off grocery store prices as we add clubs to both new and existing markets,” Bill Werner, BJ’s executive vice president of strategy and development, said in a statement.
BJ’s expansion plan for fiscal 2024 includes establishing 12 new clubs. It has also indicated it would open 15 gas stations.
During the company’s quarterly earnings call earlier in March, Werner said BJ’s locations “are outperforming on the sell side, and we see really great member acquisition, member engagement” over the last couple of years.
The company’s real estate footprint spans 20 states with 244 clubs and 175 gas locations.
[CHARLESTON COUNTY] – The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) is proud to announce that it has been awarded $24,590 as part of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation National Paralysis Resource Center (NPRC) 2023 Direct Effect 2nd Cycle Quality of Life grants. Through this grant, Charleston County Parks was able to purchase 10 TerraWheels Beach Wheelchairs for use at Isle of Palms County Park, Folly Beach County Park, Kiawah Beachwalker Park, and the Folly Beach Pier.
Fifty-nine grants totaling $1,271,125 were awarded. The Quality of Life Grants Program supports nonprofit organizations that empower individuals living with paralysis. Since the Quality of Life Grants Program’s inception, more than 3,770 grants totaling $43 million have been awarded. Funding for this program was made possible through a cooperative agreement with the Administration for Community Living (ACL grant #90PRRC0006-03-01). The Reeve Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center has several grants under the Quality of Life program awarding grants in different category areas, varying in different amounts. The Direct Effect grants program funds organizations to support a wide range of projects and activities that will impact individuals living with paralysis and their families.
“These awards are about restoring independence to our constituents,” said Dan McNeal, Director of, the Quality of Life Grants Program, Reeve Foundation. “Our work and number one goal are to enhance the quality of life of people living with paralysis. It is our honor to continue to collaborate with so many dedicated organizations, which have selflessly given their time and efforts to ensure that accessibility and inclusivity remain embedded in the fabric of their programs.”
“CCPRC is thrilled to have received a Quality of Life Grant from the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. We look forward to the improved service this grant will enable us to provide via 10 new beach wheelchairs at the four ocean access parks we operate,” said Steve Hutton, CCPRC’s director of recreation and ADA coordinator. “Improving accessibility throughout our system is one of our core values, and the addition of these new beach wheelchairs will greatly help us achieve our goals and better serve our visitors who experience challenges when it comes to accessing beaches and other recreation areas.”
The beach wheelchairs are available for public use on a first-come, first-serve basis at Isle of Palms County Park, Folly Beach County Park, the Folly Beach Pier, and Kiawah Beachwalker Park during regular park hours. Please visit the park office upon arrival to check out a wheelchair. Reservations are not available for the chairs, but you may call the park office in advance to check availability. For more information, visit Charleston County Parks’ accessibility webpage at www.ccprc.com/ADA. For hours and contact information for the parks, please visit CharlestonCountyParks.com.
About the Reeve Foundation:
TheChristopher & Dana Reeve Foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research and improving the quality of life for individuals and families impacted by paralysis. By uniting the brightest minds in the field, we are working tirelessly to accelerate scientific discoveries across the field of spinal cord research by investing in labs across the globe. Additionally, through a cooperative agreement with the Administration for Community Living, the Reeve Foundation’s NationalParalysis Resource Center (NPRC) promotes the health, well-being, and independence of people living with paralysis, providing comprehensive information, resources, and referral services assisting over 100,000 individuals and families since its launch in 2002. The Reeve Foundation is committed to elevating our community’s voices and needs to achieve greater representation and independence. We meet all 20 of the Better Business Bureau’s standards for charity accountability and hold the BBB’s Charity Seal. For more information, please visit www.ChristopherReeve.org or call 800-225-0292.
About CCPRC:
The mission of CCPRC 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 six regional parks, three beach parks, four seasonally-lifeguarded beach areas, three dog parks, two landmark fishing piers, three waterparks, 19 boat landings, a skate park, a historic plantation site, a climbing wall, a challenge course, an interpretive center, an equestrian center, cottages, a campground, a marina, as well as wedding, meeting and event facilities. CCPRC also offers a wide variety of recreational services – festivals, camps, classes, programs, and much more. For more information on CCPRC, call 843-795-4386 or visit www.charlestoncountyparks.com.
Frederick Douglass: No Turning Back receives Silver Crown Award at ICVM in Nashville
The award-winning film, Frederick Douglass, No Turning Back, in worldwide distribution through Bridgestone Multimedia Group has won a Silver Crown Award in the 51st Crown Awards competition at the International Christian Media Convention in Nashville.
The film, starring Kyle Taylor, explores the success of Frederick Douglass’ national tour in 1872, as he thrilled and inspired audiences across America sharing his journey from slavery to national leader. He also shares his quest to abolish all types of slavery in the world and promote lasting freedom in America. His wisdom and brilliant wit are very timely for today.
The film was created by adapter, director and producer, Chris Weatherhead, from all three autobiographies of Mr. Douglass, and features nationally known actor, Clarence Felder, as Pastor Brewster, leader of an integrated church who has brought Mr. Douglass to speak. By this time, the nation had completed the civil war, and passage of the 13th, 14th and 15th Amendments of the US Constitution.
Mr. Taylor and Ms. Weatherhead are available for interviews about the journey of this film and its relevance.World distribution of the film is through Bridgestone Multimedia Group/Twin Engines.
The film can be viewed for free on Encourage TV – Click HERE.
Fully Leased NNN Investment Opportunity on one of Charleston most desirable thoroughfares. Current tenants include: Verizon, Domino’s Pizza, Forsberg’s Liquor Store
MOMO Riverfront Park is thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of their second location at Crowfield Golf Club (300 Hamlet Circle, Goose Creek, SC 29445).
Now Goose Creek and all the golf enthusiasts in the area will now experience the luxurious and relaxing experience of Momo right in their backyards.
Follow MOMO Crowfield on INSTAGRAM to stay up to date on the details of the grand opening.
Next time you are in the Park Circle area, make sure you stop in for a great scenic dining experience – MOMO Riverfront Park Menu
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As permits and housing starts decline nationwide, South Carolina faces similar challenges in its residential construction sector. Permitting activity in the state has dropped for a second consecutive year, marking a -8% decrease compared to the previous year. This slowdown hints at challenges for housing affordability and availability across the state.
South Carolina issued 45,423 new permits last year, down -8% from the previous year. The drop was particularly sharp for multi-family buildings with 5 or more units (-44%), signaling a tightening market that could limit accessible housing options for residents;
The Charleston metro area witnessed the highest decrease (-7%), with around 8,500 new permits issued last year. Despite the overall decline, there was a notable 89% increase in permits for 2- to 4-unit buildings, suggesting a shift towards smaller multi-unit housing options;
Greenville-Anderson and Columbia, other medium-sized metros, also experienced nearly -6% drops in permitting activity, echoing the statewide pattern of regional housing challenges, affecting construction sectors and potential homebuyers alike;
Myrtle Beach-Conway metro area bucked the statewide trend with a 9% increase in permit issuance. This goes to show that some areas within the state continue to foster opportunities for housing development and improved affordability;
Smaller metros like Sumter and Spartanburg saw nearly -6% decreases in permits for new homes, with Florence close behind at -5%, complicating the quest for affordable housing in these area for potential buyers.
Resource: This extensive resource page features a year-over-year breakdown of residential construction data at the national, state, and metro levels spanning over the last decade.
ADAC UNVEILS Q1 ADDITIONS AND EXPANSIONS, DESIGN CENTER THRIVING AT 90% OCCUPANCY
New Showrooms Include Milieu and French Market Collection
ATLANTA: Continually committed to serving the design industry with fresh offerings, Atlanta Decorative Arts Center (ADAC) is starting the year off strong by bringing on two new showrooms and three current tenant expansions set to open this spring. Milieu and French Market Collection join the roster at the Southeast’s preeminent design destination which is maintaining 90% leased, a high number when considering businesses are still defining retail and office space requirements post-pandemic.
In addition to the two new showrooms, several of ADAC’s existing tenants have recently experienced exponential growth, resulting in the need to expand current space to better accommodate clientele and display an additional range of products and services. Current expansions include C + H Interiors increasing its current showroom to an impressive 4,500 square feet including a fine art gallery, Made Goods showroom expanding to 8,900 square feet including a recently launched collection of vanities, and Susan Currie Design expanding its studio to a chic 750 square feet.
“We are overjoyed to welcome two extraordinary new showrooms, adding a fresh wave of products and services to our community,” says Katie Miner, General Manager, ADAC. “The expansion of existing showrooms and design offices is a testament to our commitment to providing an unparalleled platform for phenomenal businesses in the industry. At ADAC, our goal is to ensure our partners’ creative and functional needs are not just met but surpassed.”
Below are details on the latest ADAC showroom and design studio news:
Milieu | Suite 502 Milieu, an exceptional game table company, is set to unveil a remarkable, 1,350-square-foot showroom at ADAC in Spring 2024. With a wide range of exquisite custom game tables and game room furniture, Milieu promises an unmatched gaming experience. As the sister company of Venture Games, a renowned family-owned business best known for its superior, American-made tables, Milieu is dedicated to providing high-quality craftsmanship and innovation. “I am most excited to bring a unique sourcing experience to our clients,” said Lizz McKay, co-owner. “The game industry is poised for a revolution of quality, customer experience, and style, and Milieu will offer all three.” www.milieu1928.com
French Market Collection | Suite 407 The French Market Collection has made the strategic decision to relocate to ADAC after thirty-seven years in its previous location. “We chose to relocate to ADAC to provide a better shopping environment for our customers,” said owner Peggy Richardson. Spanning an impressive 4,288 square feet, the new location will showcase an exquisite array of art, décor, and furniture, including handspun Aubusson rugs, embroidery pillows, tables, chairs, and more. The showroom will be opening in Spring 2024, carrying lines such as New Growth Designs featuring florals, plants, trees, planters, and Enduraleaf UV stable plants and trees for outdoor use, as well as Get Lit Ltd designer lighting. www.frenchmarketcollection.com
C + H Interiors | Suite 418 + 420 After three years of residence at ADAC, C + H Interiors is more than doubling its existing showroom to 4,500 square feet of space to better accommodate all its bespoke project endeavors and include its own in-house fine art gallery. New product lines include Dell Anno, European style cabinetry and furniture; Interlude Home, contemporary furniture; Adriana Hoyos, timeless products all emitting distinct personality; Jimeco Interiors, a legacy of elegant finishes, joinery, and furniture; and BNF Studio, expertly crafted, unique furniture. “One of my primary destinations as a designer has always been ADAC,” said owner Lia Shin. “Because of this, when I searched for ideal locations to open a product showroom, I had no doubt that ADAC would be the best and only option.” The expanded showroom will be open to the public in Spring 2024. www.candhinteriorsatl.com
Made Goods | Suite 403 Located in ADAC since 2018, Made Goods is a wholesale brand focused on creating special statement pieces for designers and boutiques. To provide more space to showcase its tableware, bath, and fragrance displays, Made Goods is expanding its existing showroom to an expansive 8,900 square feet. “We are so excited about the expansion of our showroom,” said Keyana Pratt, Public Relations Coordinator. “Since 2018, we have been with ADAC, and for us, it only felt natural to continue our collaboration and expand on our existing showroom. We have expanded our Blue Pheasant display, Thucassi display, and the biggest addition is our vanity collection. We have expanded into the space next door and renovated portions of the existing showroom to give it a fresh new look to display all our beautiful products.” Designers can now shop for all brands directly from the showroom floor today. www.madegoods.com
Susan Currie Design | Suite 503C After opening its new design office at ADAC in 2020, Susan Currie Design has increased to 750 square feet of studio space boasting natural light and more storage space for optimal organization and creativity. With this new space, there was also room to add a new designer to the team. “Having my interior design studio at ADAC offers not just a great space, but a location rich in resources,” said owner Susan Currie. “Being situated in one of the premier design centers in the United States allows me to seamlessly navigate multiple showrooms, enhancing our ability to bring unique visions to life for every project.” The estimated move-in date is early March 2024. www.susancurriedesign.com
ADAC features over 65 unique showrooms and 25 design studios that are open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Photos, interviews, and additional showroom information are available upon request.
ABOUT ADAC: Built more than 60 years ago by renowned architect and developer John Portman in the prestigious Buckhead community of Atlanta, ADAC (Atlanta Decorative Arts Center) is a community-focused, nationally recognized leader in the world of interior design and home fashion, serving as the essential one-stop shopping resource for interior designers, architects, and builders. In November 2018, ADAC was acquired by ANDMORESM and parent company Blackstone, the world’s largest operator of premier showroom space for the furnishings, home décor and gift industries. The ADAC campus consists of ADAC and ADAC WEST with more than 550,000 square feet with over 25 design offices and more than 65 showrooms offering 1,200 of the industry’s finest product lines including furniture, fabric, rugs, lighting, accessories, floor and wall coverings, antiques, fine art and framing, kitchens, bath, tile and stone, and home theater products. Likewise, ADAC’s extensive services include custom designs such as framing, electronic systems, faux finishing, and draperies. To learn more, visit www.adacatlanta.com. Follow along on Facebook,X, and Instagram.
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