Itās that time of year ā the oppressive heat has subsided, yet the sun is still setting well after dinnertime, and you want to spend every waking moment outdoors. That can only mean one thing. Pack up some delicious bites, and get ready to enjoy a meal al fresco. Itās time for a picnic! For me, spreading out a blanket in the lush grass with a beautiful array of food feels … [Read more...]
The 2019 Mount Pleasant Christmas Parade
We love the Mount Pleasant Christmas parade, probably because putting together our Mount Pleasant Magazine float brings the spirit of the season to the forefront of our minds. Iām sure youāve heard the saying āstop and smell the roses.ā Well, if you want to be immersed in the joy and excitement of the holiday season, take a break from the hustle and bustle, build a float and … [Read more...]
Wine Under the Oaks at Boone Hall Plantation 2019
Boone Hall Plantationās 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 youāre lucky and get yourself a ticket to Wine Under the Oaks on Dec. 8, youāll be able to add a spectacular festival of wine, gourmet bites and musical headliner saxophonist David Sanborn to your … [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...]
Hot Yoga Nirvana: Powerflow Yoga
She stands balanced on one leg, torso and arms extended forward, the other leg outstretched behind her. Anchored to the earth, her thigh burns and her shoulders quiver. Beads of sweat stream from her forehead, dropping silently at the top of her mat. Her heart pounds though sheās barely moving. Blood courses through her vessels like a raging river, yet sheās standing still. Her … [Read more...]
A Summer Getaway to Beaufort
Itās summertime and the livinā is easy in Mount Pleasant, but, sometimes, you just need to get away from it all and take a break from the mundane. That feeling of leisure and adventure ā the fun of trying new-to-you restaurants, appreciating the beauty of the Lowcountry and exploring a new town ā can be found just an hour and a half down the road in the charming city of … [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 momentās top pain. The captain yells down from his deck, āDonāt make me tell everyone that the writer lost the best fish of the day!ā The mates and crew chuckle. Iāve been fighting, in the most literal sense, with a monster mahi-mahi for at least the last 25 minutes. āThis … [Read more...]
The Motherhood Movement: How East Cooper Ladies Stay in Shape
Moving to a new city can be a daunting process, especially for ladies who crave a sense of community and arenāt quite sure how to find it. Fortunately, there are always options available for moms who want to have fun, meet other moms and maybe get a little workout in, too. One popular choice, FIT4MOM Charleston, is becoming more and more popular with East Cooper residents … [Read more...]
USGA Women’s Open: Country Club of Charleston Expected to Draw Big Crowds
Outside a window of the second floor of the Country Club of Charleston, a soft winter sun shone down upon the venerable and historic golf course, as a few members worked their way to the 18th green. In a few months, this laid-back, quiet atmosphere will be replaced with cheers from tens of thousands of spectators applauding female golfers taking part in the 2019 USGA Womenās … [Read more...]
The Lowcountry Strawberry Festival: Boone Hall Plants Seeds for Fun
The Lowcountry Strawberry Festival at Boone Hall Plantation will attract thousands of residents, as well as countless visitors to the Charleston area. For four days, families will enjoy delectable strawberries, fun and entertainment. āWhat started out as a two- to three-acre u-pick patch in 1997 has now grown into one of the largest spring festivals in the state, with acres … [Read more...]