In 2012, the mother of a child named Henry who was believed to be terminally ill, paid a visit to The Art Place Studio. Owner and ceramic artist Vanessa Steele created the concept of tracing his hand prints into stoneware clay. She sculpted them into a bowl, kiln fired the piece, glazed and stamped it with his name and the year as a meaningful bereavement treasure that would … [Read more...]

Nestled in the heart of Mount Pleasant, Perspective Art Gallery has become a cherished hub for local artists and aspiring creatives. Since its inception in May 2017, the gallery has operated as a nonprofit driven by a heartfelt mission: to give back to the community and support the artistic growth of middle school students. Betsy Jones McDonald, a member of the gallery’s … [Read more...]

Families are truly the heartbeat of Mount Pleasant and we celebrate that every chance we get — both at home and in the businesses we support. Recently, my family discovered a gem that we believe every family should experience: Charleston Adventure Forest. Owned by the Hankinson Family and run with the help of their four adult children, this place offers an adventure that’s a … [Read more...]

Playing as a musician in front of crowds, writing music reviews and learning how to work technical equipment in the studio, taught Jim Voigt how to talk to people and think on his feet. Voigt is a local celebrity more commonly known as “The Critic.” When Voigt moved to Charleston from New York in 1992, a friend who owned the radio station 96 Wave discovered Voigt’s talent as … [Read more...]

When it comes to taking a yacht out on a day trip East of the Cooper, local captains Chris Parker and Dave Gugliotti agreed that the best place to drop anchor is some 20 minutes past the Isle of Palms between Dewees, Capers and Bulls Islands. Charleston Classic Yachts According to Parker, that’s because the approach to Capers’ Boneyard Beach, surrounded by pristine sapphire … [Read more...]

Mount Pleasant comes alive with the sight of spring, offering a delightful array of experiences for residents and visitors alike. As we usher in a vibrant new season, the blooming azaleas, jasmine, wisteria and magnolias provide the perfect backdrop to explore local events, galleries and eateries. The following are activities and attractions we are sure you’ll … [Read more...]

Finding the perfect Yankee Swap or White Elephant gift can leave you scratching your head. Do you pick something funny or practical? Something cute or elegant? Hopefully this quick gift guide will give you a few good ideas. The Real Housewives of Mount Pleasant Tumbler (The Happy Southerner for $35): This gift is sure to hit someone’s dream of being on reality television. … [Read more...]

For anyone that has ever dreamed of living the rockstar life, you know that the family a band creates is a special thing. School of Rock in Mount Pleasant is a place to make dreams a reality. The organization works with students and has programs for adults. You truly get the rock band bonding along with growing your own musical skills. School of Rock has been around since … [Read more...]

Isle of Palms will be a tourist destination for as long as the sun rises in the East and sets in the West. That’s good news for businesses, especially when supplemented with help from the IOP Chamber of Commerce. When the Chamber first launched in January 2022, local businesses wanted to strengthen the lines of communication between themselves and the city. In the past, if … [Read more...]