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Suburban Propane Teams Up with Tanger Outlets and the Charleston RiverDogs to Provide Clothing Kits and Essentials to Lowcountry Orphan Relief

April 13, 2021 by 0 Comments
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Suburban Propane Supporting Clothing Drives, Food Insecurity and Educational Toy Needs for Children Across the Nation Through Their SuburbanCares Brand Pillar

CHARLESTON, S.C., April 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — On April 5th and April 12th, Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. (NYSE: SPH), a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, fuel oil, and related products and services, as well as an investor in low carbon fuel alternatives, teamed up with Tanger Outlets and the Charleston RiverDogs Minor League Baseball Organization, to shop and package clothing, shoes, face masks, plush toys and other essentials for children ages 5-18 for the Lowcountry Orphan Relief, a non-profit organization that provides goods and services to children who have been abused or neglected.

“Through our SuburbanCares corporate pillar, it’s incredibly rewarding to give back to the communities that we serve,” said Nandini Sankara, Spokesperson, Suburban Propane. “We’re humbled to partner with Lowcountry Orphan Relief to support these children in need, and grateful to our participating partners who assisted with providing clothing and much-needed essentials. We hope this donation helps make a difference for this organization and the community in a meaningful way.”

Suburban Propane, Tanger Outlets, Chris Singleton from the Charleston RiverDogs, local college athletes, and Lowcountry Orphan Relief all participated in the shopping event on April 5th at Tanger Outlets Old Navy, funded by Suburban Propane. On April 12th, participating companies gathered together to collect, assemble and package all of the clothing, shoes, face masks, plush toys and essentials at Joe Riley Stadium for pick-up and distribution.

These efforts resulted in the creation of 100 care packs for local children, which helps fulfill the most immediate clothing needs for Lowcountry Orphan Relief.”We are forever grateful for the support of community partners like Suburban Propane, Tanger Outlets, and the Charleston RiverDogs who are just as passionate about seeing our mission succeed as we are,” said Christina Lope, Lowcountry Orphan Relief’s program director. “Thank you for helping us continue to reach and serve the most vulnerable and deserving children in our local community. We truly couldn’t do it without you!” 

Chris Singleton, the RiverDogs’ director of community outreach and former Chicago Cubs baseball player who recently launched a new children’s book called “Your Life Matters,” said, “It continues to be an honor to serve organizations like the Lowcountry Orphan Relief here in Charleston, and we are even more grateful to do so alongside Suburban Propane, Tanger Outlets and our local college baseball players.”Tammy Cox, Tanger Outlets Charleston, General Manager comments saying, “We are truly excited to partner with Lowcountry Orphan Relief, Suburban Propane, Charleston RiverDogs and local college baseball players on such an impactful community outreach program. Together, we will work to provide care kits with clothing, shoes, comfort items and more for deserving children in our area. In addition to providing a need, we hope that the kit provides a much-needed smile to lift their little hearts.”

This initiative is part of the SuburbanCares brand pillar, designed to assist in community efforts across the United States. Suburban Propane is currently undertaking similar initiatives to support children and their basic needs in some of the most-affected regions in the nation, including Detroit, MI; Sante Fe, NM; Santa Rosa, CA; Worcester, MA; New Brunswick, NJ, and Philadelphia, PA.

Additional information on Suburban Propane’s nationwide COVID-19 relief efforts can be found at http://www.suburbanpropane.com//. 

About Suburban Propane
Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. (NYSE:SPH), a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives,, servicing over 1 million customers through its 700 locations across 41 states. The company proudly celebrated 90 years of innovation, growth and quality service in 2018. The brand is currently focused on three core elements including Suburban Commitment – showcasing the company’s 90+ year legacy of flexibility, reliability and dependability, Suburban Cares – highlighting dedication to serving local communities across the nation and Go Green with Suburban Propane – promoting the affordable, clean-burning and versatile nature of propane as a bridge to a green energy future. Suburban Propane is a New York Stock Exchange listed limited partnership headquartered in Whippany, NJ. For additional information on Suburban Propane, please visit
http://www.suburbanpropane.com/.    

About Lowcountry Orphan Relief: 
Lowcountry Orphan Relief, Inc. (LOR) is a non-profit organization that provides goods and services to children who have been abused or neglected. We work directly with other nonprofits, schools, foster parents, and government agencies to identify the individual needs of these and other children in severe situations. We intervene at critical junctures in the lives of these children, with products and services that provide a strong, positive impact.

About RiverDogs:
The Charleston RiverDogs are a Minor League Baseball Team located in Charleston, SC. The RiverDogs are the Low-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays and have provided a family friendly fun place to watch games and enjoy promotional nights that you won’t forget. 

About Tanger:
Tanger Outlets Inc., is a publicly-traded REIT headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina that presently operates and owns, or has an ownership interest in, a portfolio of 38 upscale outlet shopping centers in 20 states and in Canada. Tanger prides itself in providing the best shopping experience with great deals at top brand names and retailers. SOURCE Suburban Propane Partners, L.P.

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Top 3 Neighborhoods in Mount Pleasant, SC – New Video

April 12, 2021 by 0 Comments
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Are you thinking about moving to Charleston? I work with a ton of families moving into town. One thing that is similar to all these clients is they don’t know which part of Charleston to move to. I start each conversation with four simple questions, what are your wants, needs, deal-breakers, AND most importantly, how do you imagine your life when moving to Charleston? Where are you working? What are you doing for fun? What are you doing on the weekend and after work?

We have downtown Charleston, North Charleston, James Island, Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, Summerville, Moncks corner, goose creek, Hanahan, Daniel Island, Isle Of Palms, Sullivan’s Island, just to name a few, all in a 20-mile circumference.
I’m sure you see how picking which area is best for you and your family can be a bit confusing. 90% of my buyers end up choosing Mount Pleasant as their perfect spot. With the top 1% of schools in the state, tons of top restaurants and shopping, downtown and beaches are only a few miles away- Mount Pleasant is the perfect spot for many.

When making this video, I had families relocating to Charleston, specifically Mount Pleasant, in mind. So there we have it, the top 3 neighborhoods to consider when moving to Mount Pleasant. I based these neighborhoods on the desirability, average sales price, location, amenities, drivability, and the overall atmosphere of the community.

I highly recommend you tour Carolina Park, Oyster Point, and Old Village when Considering moving to Charleston. For more information, tour dates, or any questions about Charleston, please reach out to me at Marley@MarleyPresswood.com. I’d be happy to have a conversation with you.

Be sure to subscribe to this channel to learn more about the benefits of living in South Carolina.

Source: Living in South Carolna – YouTube

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Ruby Sunshine Announces Charleston, South Carolina Location (All-Day Brunch)

April 9, 2021 by 0 Comments
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We are proud to announce that all-day brunch restaurant Ruby Sunshine is opening in Downtown Charleston later this year. See attachments for release and photos.

Ruby Sunshine offers New Orleans-inspired twists on traditional Southern brunch favorites, including Eggs Benedicts, Beignets, Bananas Foster Pain Perdu and seasonally stuffed French Toast, as well as eye-opening cocktails. Ruby Sunshine is owned and operated through the Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group, the collective behind the acclaimed New Orleans-based eatery Ruby Slipper Café.

Location: Ruby Sunshine – 171 E Bay StCharleston, SC 29401

Hours –

  • 7:30a.m. to 2 p.m. – Monday –Friday
  • 7:30a.m. to 3 p.m. – Saturday & Sunday

Contact

rubysunshine.com@rubysunshinebrunch|

Press Release

RUBY SUNSHINE ANNOUNCES CHARLESTON, SCLOCATIONOPENING FALL 2021

All-day brunch restaurant Ruby Sunshineannounces plan toopenaCharleston, SC location later this year in downtown Charleston just steps away from the Waterfront Park. Ruby SunshineoffersNew Orleans-inspired twists on traditional Southern brunch favorites, including Eggs Benedicts, Beignets, Bananas FosterPain Perdu, and seasonally stuffedFrench Toast, as well as eye-opening cocktails.

Ruby Sunshine is owned and operated through the Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group, the collective behind the acclaimed New Orleans-based eatery Ruby Slipper Café. Ruby Sunshine in Charleston is part of its larger expansion across the Southeast region, which includes locations in Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, and soon South Carolina.

“We’re excited to bring our Big Easy inspired brunch to the Low Country” said Peter Gaudreau, CEO of Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group. “Charleston is a natural next step for our expansion, and we think the City captures that sense of New Orleans hospitality and southern charm that Ruby Sunshine is all about” added Gaudreau. Ruby Sunshine will offer a vibrant and inviting atmosphere for locals and visitors alike. The restaurant will feature indoor seating for approximately 170guests, in addition to a vibrant outdoor enclosed patio area for up to ~30guests. The restaurant will uphold the charm and inviting atmosphere that the previous concept, Blossom’s restaurant maintained over the past two decades.

In addition to welcoming guests, Ruby Sunshine is excited to offer job opportunities to a local team or Krewe of enthusiastic managers, bartenders, servers, bussers, cooks, and dish techs. Job openings will be listed on the Ruby Sunshine website soon.

THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME

Inspired by the powerful sense of homecoming they felt after returning to New Orleans post-Hurricane Katrina, the husband and wife team, Jennifer & Erich Weishauptopened the original Ruby Slipper Café to draw people back to their mid-City New Orleans neighborhood. Born from that cozy storefront in 2008, Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group has grown to operate 11Ruby Slipper Café locations across the Gulf Region and continues to expand throughout the Southeast with Ruby Sunshine, providing new audiences with the unique flavors and hospitality that Ruby Slipper Café is known and loved for. The Downtown Charleston restaurant will mark thefirstSouthCarolinarestaurant andninthRuby Sunshine location.

BREAKFAST STAPLES WITH A BIG EASY TWIST

Guests in Charleston can expect all-day brunch and eye-opening cocktails served at Ruby Sunshine seven days a week. The menu will echo the one atRuby Slipper Café, which includes award-winning New Orleans twists on Southern breakfast staples like BBQ Shrimp & Grits, Eggs Cochon Benedict, and Bananas Foster Pain Perdu, as well as morning time cocktails like the Brandy Milk Punch, Big Easy Mimosa, Morning Margarita, and of course, their award-winning bacon Bloody Mary’s. Ruby Sunshine has and continues to incorporate fresh and high-quality ingredients in its inspired menu.

www.facebook.com/RubySunshineDowntownCharleston

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Dashi + Ghost Monkey Brewery Meal Packages (Mount Pleasant, SC) – Wednesdays Only

April 6, 2021 by 0 Comments
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Dashi, now a permanent resident at Ghost Monkey Brewery in 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 menu here, Ghost Monkey’s beers on tap here

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Stop Tecklenburg’s Takeover/Annexation on Johns Island Support Community Project – Learn more and show your support

April 5, 2021 by 0 Comments
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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.

Click Here to Sign Petition

If you want to chip in to this effort, please visit https://gofund.me/80915ea2 which 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.

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Carolina Youth Development Center Recognizes Child Abuse Prevention Month

April 1, 2021 by 0 Comments
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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.

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Darkness Never Heals – Original Poem

March 28, 2021 by 0 Comments
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By Mark A. Leon

Life’s like an open book exposed for the world to read.  An ignorant translation of a poets dream 

From the first line, her soul is born to the light 

A giggle, laughter, tears

A burp of joy 

A curious stare 

Hope and wonder may soon turn to despair A storm of hate 

Thunder frightens our fragile fate 

So we pause 

Put down the pen 

Breathe in the air and begin again

This isn’t over or even near 

It’s an explosive beam of light setting off a million new fireworks 

Each a new journey; a new delight

Yet, don’t be blinded by ambition because the darkness never heals  

Let your heart guide you to a beautiful awakening 

A life  breathing a culture of creativity and inclusive ideals

Celebrate life; Celebrate color; Celebration the spring awakening

Spirit in Flight  

An endless narrative high above the clouds breathes air through the pores of this earthly body to the energy of the soul 

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Charleston Business Spotlight: CryoEvolution (Mount Pleasant) – Freeze away the pain

March 28, 2021 by 0 Comments
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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.

Official Website

Packages

Bookings

Location: CryoEvolution – Charleston –893 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Contact: 843-442-4445

About

WHAT IS WHOLE BODY CRYOTHERAPY?​

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.

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Firefly Distillery is introducing two new offerings

March 23, 2021 by 0 Comments
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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.