Lucy Beckham looks back on her past with great pride and forward to her future with an equal dose of optimism. During her 17-year tenure as principal of Wando High, the school more than doubled in population, claimed a myriad of state and national honors in academics, sports and numerous other areas and added the Center for Advanced Studies to its bustling North Mount Pleasant … [Read more...]
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Homeward Bound: Journey’s Story
Editor's Note: Journey is a 6-month-old Australian shepherd puppy who was adopted by Mount Pleasant Magazine writer Cullen Murray-Kemp and his girlfriend in March and moved from the Upstate the Lowcountry. This is Journeyâs story, in his own words. One night my three brothers and I were minding our puppy business when an inviting scent wafted within striking distance of our … [Read more...]
Candice Mahala: Bistro Toulouse
For Candice Mahala, manager and co-owner of Bistro Toulouse, the road to culinary greatness was an obvious choice. At an age when most girls have Barbie on the brain, Candice was focused on baguettes and blue cheese. âI have loved cooking since I was a little kid,â said Candice. âI remember preparing a five-course dinner for my parentsâ anniversary when I was about 8 or 9 … [Read more...]
Who Knows Best? Coastal Pediatric Associates
When it comes to your parenting questions, thereâs a bevy of people, from neighbors and friends to grandparents and colleagues, who are ready and willing to o er opinions to you. Other times, you might want to keep matters â your childâs health being one â within a more select group. With Coastal Pediatric Associates as part of that trusted group, a doctor or nurse will always … [Read more...]
The Sounds of Summer: Music Acts 2015
Thereâs something about summer that makes us want to relive our youth. Itâs running around, sparklers in hand, while the Carolina breeze caresses our tresses. Itâs cracking open a cold one, dockside, while the smoky scent of a flaming amber grill burns into the wee hours. Despite the humid temps, folks love to gather with friends to revel in outdoor activities, and so sprang … [Read more...]
Bird’s the Word: Chickens in Mount Pleasant
Many residents of Old Mount Pleasant are experiencing a movement of sorts. That movement is strutting around their backyards, pecking at the ground and delivering a vehement squawk or windy flap every now and again. Yes, I am speaking about chickens, living as closely as beyond your neighbor's fence if not in your own yard. These inner city hens actually are doing a world of … [Read more...]
His and Hers: Henry & Eva
Jeff and Wesley Kennedy opened their boutique in Mount Pleasant in early December 2014, bringing a breath of fresh air to Coleman Boulevard and sparking interest for both male and female patrons. The items offered at Henry & Eva include an array of menâs accessories, womenâs jewelry, soaps, skin-care items and home dĂ©cor. But thatâs only the … [Read more...]
Living Out of Doors: Lowcountry Life at its Best
The Lowcountryâs balmy, breeze-filled days give us the opportunity and the impetus to take full advantage of the steady stream of coastal sunshine. While folks in the Northeast are shoveling fluffy powder, we can be found on our patios, grilling kabobs and sipping margaritas. Several companies throughout Mount Pleasant are crafting outdoor spaces so divine, youâll be tempted … [Read more...]
All the World’s a Stage: The Mount Pleasant Writers Workshop
When it comes to artists, the birth of something exciting often leads to a kind of community which fosters even greater art. Here in our town of Mount Pleasant, that very thing is happening thanks to the efforts of the Culture Arts and Pride (or âCAPâ) Commission and a few individuals who have blended their creative resources to help Lowcountry writers find a home for their … [Read more...]
Host Your Own Roast – It’s Oyster Season in the Lowcountry
While the wintery months often conjure up images of hot chocolate by the fire, here in Mount Pleasant thereâs a distinctly Southern tradition thatâs equally savored: oyster roasts. Many are happy to ignore the cold winter air in exchange for the chance to sidle up to a table laden with freshly steamed oysters. If you fall into this category, you might be interested in the tools … [Read more...]