Imagine getting a sneak-preview of your life at the age of 14. That’s when Nigel Redden first traveled to Spoleto, Italy during a school trip and happened upon a series of sculptures by the likes of Alexander Calder and David Smith, commissioned for the 1962 Festival dei due Mondi (Festival of the Two Worlds). “The juxtaposition of art to setting was fascinating. You saw the … [Read more...]
Your Guide to the Perfect East Cooper Picnic
It’s that time of year — 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. It’s 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. I’m sure you’ve heard the saying “stop and smell the roses.” 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 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...]
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 she’s barely moving. Blood courses through her vessels like a raging river, yet she’s standing still. Her … [Read more...]
A Summer Getaway to Beaufort
It’s summertime and the livin’ 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 — the fun of trying new-to-you restaurants, appreciating the beauty of the Lowcountry and exploring a new town — 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 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...]
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 aren’t 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 Women’s … [Read more...]