While Charleston is known for its rich history and distinguished restaurants, not all its richness is palatable to the soul. For many of her inhabitants’ ancestry, Charleston’s history and their connection to it are often unknown. The few stories shared and retold from generation to generation are incomplete tales of woe that include slavery, separation and heartache. Henry … [Read more...]
Historic Kaminski House Museum: Sparkling Inside and Out
The Kaminski House Museum, one of the treasures of the Georgetown area, will again be dressed up for the holidays and, for the first time, have its lawn lit. It’s all part of the historic house’s 250th anniversary celebration. The Kaminski House Museum’s 250th Birthday Party on Saturday, Nov. 16, kicks off the holiday fun. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. and participants can … [Read more...]
Can You Avoid the Cold and Flu Season?
Colds and flus have become synonymous with the holiday season. Once the kids are back in school, noses start to sniffle and throats begin to tickle. Getting sick is unavoidable, or is it? In a sea of crumpled Kleenexes and cough-drop wrappers, is there hope for a germ-free season? Some local experts gave their best advice on prevention, vaccinations and … [Read more...]
Wine Under the Oaks at Boone Hall Plantation 2019
Boone Hall Plantation’s back lawn is a beautiful place to spend a winter afternoon. The oaks and the lawn running down to the bend in Horlbeck Creek are wonderful on their own, but if you’re lucky and get yourself a ticket to Wine Under the Oaks on Dec. 8, you’ll be able to add a spectacular festival of wine, gourmet bites and musical headliner saxophonist David Sanborn to your … [Read more...]
Making ’Hollywood’ Happen in South Carolina
In the mid-90s, South Carolina was one of the most sought-after states to film in for its dependable, local crew and variety of beautiful locations. With the rise of incentives beginning in 2002, however, the state soon lost out to competition around the country — but we are slowly building our way back up. To get there, we need more funding to offer production companies, as … [Read more...]
On the Job: 11 Major Employers in East Cooper
Approximately 49,000 employees work in more than 4,000 businesses east of the Cooper River, according to ZIP Business Patterns (U.S. Census Bureau). Based on data provided by the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, 97% of these companies employ less than 50 employees, and 89% have less than 20 employees. The majority of them are local market-driven businesses like stores, … [Read more...]
Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch: Something Fall for All
In 1955, the McRae family purchased Boone Hall Plantation, hoping to share a bit of farming family tradition with neighbors and ambling visitors alike. For the past 23 years, the Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch has done just that, offering activities that appeal to little ones breaking in their first pair of shoes and to those still kindling their inner kid. Today, the Boone Hall … [Read more...]
College Mascots: They Have School Spirit Covered — Head to Toe
They are the embodiment of a university’s ultimate ambassador. They pose for an infinite number of photos at parades, pep rallies and tailgates; appear at check-passing and groundbreaking ceremonies; and, of course, attend all of the athletic contests. These devoted student diplomats are popular for loyalty sake yet successful because they communicate only by gestures. … [Read more...]
The Catch of the Day: Mount Pleasant Magazine Embarks on Local Charter Trips
The burn of sunscreen sweating down into my eyes battles with the burn in my left forearm for the moment’s top pain. The captain yells down from his deck, “Don’t make me tell everyone that the writer lost the best fish of the day!” The mates and crew chuckle. I’ve been fighting, in the most literal sense, with a monster mahi-mahi for at least the last 25 minutes. “This … [Read more...]
Meet the Greer Family
Recall the days of being a young girl or boy, say 5 or 6 years old, playing “house” in your yard with an imaginary family. It came so easily. Or when . you were at school playing “family” or “doctor” or “vet” or whatever you fancied for the day with your group of friends. You didn’t question the roles or where those missing elements were. You felt it all. That baby was yours. … [Read more...]