You don’t have to travel far to spend time on an island here in the Lowcountry. We’re lucky to have three major islands that skirt the Mount Pleasant area, each with its own unique flair. Isle of Palms’ laid-back atmosphere has a little bit of everything: an iconic pier, beachy stores, restaurants and live entertainment along Front Beach, as well as other friendly … [Read more...]
For places to go & things to do in Charleston.Sullivan’s Island Lighthouse a Last of its Kind: Beacon of the Beach
Every nightfall, a rotating light pulsates around Sullivan’s Island twice every 30 seconds. The luminous source is the Charleston Light, also referred to as the Sullivan’s Island Lighthouse, which has stood watch over the cozy beach town for more than six decades. When the pillar of light was first lit on June 15, 1962, it was recorded as the last major lighthouse in the … [Read more...]
Sullivan’s Island Fire Department Renovates Facility: Fire Station Facelift
Since 1948, the Sullivan’s Island Fire Department has worked hard to respond quickly to its residents and visitors in need. Their duties haven’t changed, but the station’s look has. After Hurricane Hugo in 1989, the station moved to the center of Sullivan’s Island on Middle Street to allow the team to respond to emergencies in a matter of minutes. The station has remained in … [Read more...]
Marina Makeover: IOP Marina Renovations to Refresh Visitor Experience
As a Mount Pleasant local, Mike Shuler sees much more than a boat landing when he looks at the Isle of Palms Marina. He sees a special area holding the key to childhood nostalgia and the timeless charm of a beloved beach town. Long before the growth of Mount Pleasant as we know it, Shuler recalls when Isle of Palms and Mount Pleasant were one small, tight-knit community. He … [Read more...]
Credit One Charleston Open is a Pioneer in Women’s Professional Tennis: 51 Years and Counting
Credit One Charleston Open, held each April on Daniel Island at Credit One Stadium, draws some of the biggest names in the WTA (Women’s Tennis Association), with a roster of past champions that reads like a who’s who of sport’s legends. That list includes Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova, Tracy Austin, Steffi Graf, Serena and Venus Williams, Martina Hingis and Gabriela … [Read more...]
The Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Incubator Uplifts Those Who Uplift Community
Arresting words inscribed on a picture bearing the visage of Mother Theresa capture your attention as you exit Ripple, a nonprofit incubator housed in the cigar factory building on East Bay Street. The quote, attributed to the revered missionary and global charitable crusader, reads, “I alone can’t change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many … [Read more...]
Tavern & Table: A New Era with Familiar Comforts
New and exciting things are afoot at Tavern & Table this fall. The popular Shem Creek staple and frequent “Best of Mount Pleasant” winner was founded in 2014 by Cecil and Dianne Crowley, Andy Palmer and Jeff Condon. All are veteran restaurateurs whose shared vision was to create a welcoming gathering spot to admire the views on historic Shem Creek. Ownership of the … [Read more...]
The Nest: A New Place to Roost in Wild Dunes
Want a quick getaway practically in your own backyard? While Mount Pleasant and the surrounding beaches serve almost daily in that capacity, something else you might not have tried before, the brand-new Nest Rooftop Bar, is already proving hard to beat. Opened April 1 atop the Sweetgrass Inn at Wild Dunes Resort on the far east end of Isle of Palms, The Nest, as patrons call … [Read more...]
Making a Difference: Big Hearts Doing Tremendous Good
Charleston is not only a top destination for tourists year-in and year-out, it’s also a hotbed of helping, an aspect of altruism that radiates throughout the Lowcountry. Private organizations dedicated to the public good are found throughout the area, and volunteerism is a way of life for thousands of men and women throughout the tri-county area. One such organization with a … [Read more...]
The Return of Crab Bank: Seabird Sanctuary Renourishment Expected to Bring Back Colonies of Nesting Coastal Birds
On the boat ride to Crab Bank, Audubon South Carolina Coastal Programs Coordinator Nolan Schillerstrom paraphrased the famous “Field of Dreams” quote when describing conservation partners’ attitude toward the island restoration’s anticipated impact on sea and shorebirds: “If you build it, they will come.” That is the expectation for the project to rebuild Crab Bank … [Read more...]