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Holiday Cheer: Punch and Small Bite Combos for Every Festive Gathering

Make entertaining easy with sweet and savory bites paired with tasty tipples
Feature
Designed to Dazzle: Step Inside a Queen Street Manse Filled With Christmas Finery

More is more when it comes to the abundance of Christmas decor in John and Will Hardee’s grand manse
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A Hammock Coast Holiday: Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles Plus More Magical, Family-Friendly Adventures

Enjoy a long weekend with plenty of time to relax and explore the Hammock Coast
Feature, Music Review
Discover the Charleston Supergroup Reviving Early Americana Rhythms

Hear Tounds with Futurebirds at Charleston Music Hall on December 30
Feature, Arts Profile
Grace In Motion: Dancer Jordan Maria Brings Joy to the Stage with Purposeful Movement and Positive Energy

See Jordan perform this season in the Charleston Christmas Special
Feature, Biz - Sci - Tech
In the Spirit: How the Caldwell family built the state’s largest German-inspired Christkindlmarkt

Visit the Awendaw Christmas market December 5-7 and December 12-14
Feature, Small Business
Storybook Star: Stareworthy Custom Children’s Books uses family photos to put loved ones in the center of the narrative

Feature, Giving Back
The Power of Local: Lowcountry Local First’s Efforts To Boost Area Businesses, Especially During the Holidays

Get their new Localist card to receive discounts and promotions through 2026
Feature, Milestone
Discover the Charlestonian Behind the Poinsettia: Joel Roberts Poinsett’s Vibrant Legacy

December 12 is National Poinsettia Day
Feature, Scouting Report
Luxe Looks: How Faux Fur Boosts Your Style Game

Shop our locally scouted style picks
Feature, Style Q & A
Style Q&A: Jewelry Designer Rene Barnes Shares Her Go-tos For Thoughtful Gift-giving

Plus, find out what inspired her to launch her business
Feature, Style Buzz
The Buzz: Woodhouse Spa brings added luxury to the Wentworth Mansion

Plus, Stoney Clover Lane arrives on King Street
Feature, Home & Garden
A Craftsman Reimagined: Inside a Harleston Village home that blends historic charm with modern functionality

The homeowners lovingly restored the Craftsman cottage on the lower peninsula to suit their lifestyle
Feature, New & Notable, Restaurant Reviews
New & Notable: Lauded chef Daniel Humm presents a contemporary fine-dining pop-up at The Charleston Place

Discover a vibrant prix fixe during the year-long residency
Feature, 15 Minutes With
15 Minutes With Mark Connelly: How the Edisto Gold Honey co-owner’s buzzing business helps local famers

Connelly turned his beekeeping hobby into liquid gold, offering a taste of Lowcountry fields and flowers

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THE SOUND OF CHARLESTON
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Mahjong Boot Camp Basics
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Mahjong Boot Camp Basics
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Mahjong Boot Camp Basics

PHOTO GALLERIES



Steeling Beauty

Sculptor Sarah Mosteller’s new exhibit opens this Friday, August 4, at Beresford Studios 
Set the Bar

Refreshing sips and party planning tips from event pro Mitchell Crosby 
Bohemian Rhapsody

Band of Horses drummer Creighton Barrett and his wife, Sunwoven founder Erin Barrett, take us into their cool and creative West Ashley abode 
It’s Crunch Time

Trade lobster for the Lowcountry’s favorite crustacean in Leon’s Oyster Shop’s twist on the classic seafood roll 

SPECIAL SECTIONS

Charleston Arts Timeline
Where Is This?
Irish History Walking Tour
Charleston Boating Guide
Charleston Magazine Dining Guide
Cocktails A to Z
Charleston Biking and Hiking Guide
Rare Creatures - Threatened and Endangered Species
Ranky Tanky - Gullah Revival
Images Of Charleston - Photo Contest
27 Lowcountry Luxuries
Secret Garden Party
Spring Fling
Charleston Oyster Guide

LATEST

Casting for Beauties


Making a Stand
A 10-year-old sells lemonade to raise funds for pediatric cancer
Summer Suds
Such is Timmons Pettigrew’s love for local beer that he’s devoted a blog (chsbeer.org) and a book (Charleston Beer: A...
Palmetto Bug


Slip Into Summer


Ilona Jäntti (Physical Theater)
June 3-4, 6-8, Robinson Theatre, 54 St. Philip St., Tues, 8 p.m.; Wed, 3 & 8 p.m.; Fri, 8:30 p.m., Sat...
Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn (Music)
June 1, TD Arena, 301 Meeting St., Sunday, 7:30 p.m., $30-$85
My Cousin Rachel (Theater)
May 22-24, 26, 28-30 & June 1-3, 5-6, 8, Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church St., Days & times vary. $35-$105  
Facing Goya (Opera)
May 25, 27, 31, & June 4, 7, Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church St., Days & times vary. $25-$85,
In the Hot Seat
Meet Lily Lei, the Lee Lee’s Hot Kitchen co-owner who splits her time between President Street’s new Chinese restaurant...
Dorrance Dance (Dance)
May 31 & June 1-3, 5-8,  Memminger Auditorium, 56 Beaufain St. Days & times vary. $25-$65
Born Again Bar
The latest iteration of Avondale Wine & Cheese is a hip, after-hours hot spot
Creative Power
Tiffany Reed Silverman leads an artistic renaissance as director of The Citadel’s fledging fine arts program
René Marie (Jazz)
May 26, TD Arena, 301 Meeting St., Monday, 7 p.m., $45-$65
Kanpai
1035 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., B-9, Mount Pleasant (843) 388-8001 www.kanpai7777.wix.com/kanpairestaurant  
Child’s Play
A Japanese expat imports a party with a purpose  
Kat Edmonson (Music)
May 29, College of Charleston Cistern Yard, George St., Thursday, 9 p.m. $30-$50
How to Make Pasta
Want spaghetti as bellissimo as the stuff turned out by Rio Bertolini’s Fresh Pasta Co.? Brian Bertolini schools you in...
Alive & Kicking
Dead 27s’ debut EP captures the soul of Southern rock  
Shovels & Rope (Finale)


Sip Red This Summer
Jason Parrish, general manager of Wild Olive and wine director at new Sullivan’s Island eatery The Obstinate Daughter,...
Global Appeal


Dancing in the Street


Making a Scene
David Boatwright paints the town in good taste  
Fringe Benefits
All black for spring? When it’s as sheer and breezy as this roberto cavalli-inspired ensemble—headlined by a skirt...
Berry Good!
Pastry chef Emily Cookson serves up sweet ideas for strawberries
How to Wear The New Pony
Put a spring 2014 spin on the classic hairstyle
Goals for the Future
Ebony City Soccer Club has cultivated 33 years of team players
Herbal Essence
Create an edible container garden with a delicious trio of herbs
Innovation Station
Kindling high-tech creativity
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