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Charleston Weekend Events: Jan. 18-20, 2019

Trying to figure out what to do this weekend in Charleston? We’ve got you covered.

Fri, Jan. 18, 2019

January Drink Local Series

A reoccurring event, this series celebrates local craft beer at different spots around town. This time it’s at Pour Taproom and will feature 2-3 beers from some of our local breweries with a rep from each. Try some beer, maybe get some free swag, and have a lot of fun from 6 pm to 9 pm.

Hops N Headphones

Another reoccurring event, Hops N Headphones is hosted by Quiet Kingz Headphones and Charleston Beer Works. So, after you finish up at Pour Taproom you can head down King Street to Beer Works and enjoy some food, drinks, and tunes. The silent disco party starts at 10 pm and ends at 2 am.

8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama

Come out and help support the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina with oysters, chicken and white bean chili, and live music from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. Held under the Bus Shed at the Charleston Visitors Center in Downtown Charleston, tickets are $45 and all proceeds go towards helping and supporting people and families with brain injuries. Don’t miss out though, ticket sales end at 6:30 pm the night of the event.

Taste of Folly

Kicking off at 7 pm, the annual Folly event is back with competitions, food, live music, and some pretty awesome drink specials. The two-day event starts with a cocktail competition at Tides and is followed up with a Center Street festival on Saturday.

Sat, Jan. 19, 2019

January Charleston Night Bazaar

On the third Saturday of every month, you can enjoy food and drinks with local artisans while shopping and exploring jewelry, skin care, art, decor, and more. This month the event is being hosted by Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co. on King Street and will be running from 4 pm to 9 pm.

Edgar’s 210th Birthday Party

Edgar Allan Poe is turning 210 on Saturday and Poe’s Tavern on Sullivan’s Island is throwing an epic birthday party for him. Think cake, balloons, tacos, burgers, fries, and more. Join the crew at 11 am and party the day away in honor of Poe.

Sea Turtle Jam

Who doesn’t want to eat oysters that will help protect sea turtles? From 2 pm to 9 pm, you can enjoy all you can eat oysters for $40 and enjoy live music at The Rusty Rudder. All proceeds benefit conservation and protective efforts for our sea turtles. Go buy your tickets.

Ashley River Kayak & Coffee

Want to start the day with an awesome scenic workout? Then grab a friend and head to Coastal Coffee Roasters in Summerville where you can rent kayaks or paddleboards for $45, or if you have your own equipment, hop on the shuttle for $20. The paddle is a little over 3 miles and will pass many historical sites for you to enjoy.

Sun, Jan. 20, 2019

Boozy Bingo

Boozy Bingo is making a triumphant return to Charleston Sports Pub in West Ashley from 11 am to 2 pm. Bingo is free to play and starts at noon for parties between 6-10 people.

Holy City Vintage Market

Returning to its home base, the Vintage Market will be at The Park Cafe on Rutledge Avenue from 9 am to 3 pm with brunch, bloodies, mimosas, coffee, and all the vintage merch you could want.

Sunday Brunch & Live Music

Brunch is served at The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits from 10 am to 3 pm with live music from 12 pm to 3 pm.

Free Barre South Class at The Container Bar

Bring your own mat and start your Sunday off with a free barre class at The Container Bar downtown. From 10 am and run to 10:45 pm you can get in a great workout, then reward yourself with a few drinks and bites afterwards.

Sunday Queso Fountain Brunch

Yes, we’re drooling too. You can build your own queso covered brunch bowl with Rebel Taqueria at Workshop on King Street from 10 am to 2 pm. Have the cheesiest brunch of your life.

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Wine Under the Oaks at Boone Hall Plantation is this Sunday

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Lowcountry favorite, Wine Under the Oaks at Boone Hall Plantation, is back this Sunday, Jan 20, promising a fabulous afternoon featuring a wide selection of drinks, food, and activities. Originally scheduled for Dec 2, 2018, the event was rained out and rescheduled for this Sunday.

From 1 pm to 5 pm, you can hang out on the back lawn of Boone Hall Plantation and indulge in delicious wine and food. While VIP tables are sold out, general admission tickets are still available for $55 advance purchase or $65 at the gate or day of online purchase. General admission includes wine samples, complimentary bubbly, desserts, and oysters, food and wine pairings courtesy of Boone Hall Farms, Bread and Spreads samples, and live music by Jazz Saxophonist, Michael Quinn.

Chefs from some of Charleston’s finest restaurants will be doing wine and cooking demonstrations during the day in a portable kitchen provided by The Culinary Institute at Trident Technical College and The Charleston Restaurant Association.

You can also admire the artwork display, attend the local writers showcase, enjoy gourmet food selections from local restaurants, and shop unique gift options.

Head over to Boone Hall’s event page for more information.

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These Charleston Goat Farms Offer Goat Classes, Goat Yoga, and More…

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In case you haven’t heard, goats are all the rage these days and two local goat farms are welcoming herds of people in for a variety of experiences with these bahhhtastic animals.

So whether you’re looking for a family day or a super unique #SundayFunday, both of these family farms are worth visiting.

Burden Creek Dairy – John’s Island

Specializing in Grade A milk, cheese, and soaps, Burden Creek Dairy is run by Chris Maher, the cheese maker, and Danny Sillivant, the herdsman. The two took over in the spring of 2017 after leaving their previous positions as a former cook at the Charleston Grill and a former real estate agent, respectively.

Maher and Sillivant look after thirty goats including Coco, Trixie, Edna, Grandma, Pebbles, and Shirley. When visiting the farm, you’ll have the chance to bottle-feed baby goats, do yoga with the goats in the early winter, milk the goats, watch cheese being made, and give a pig a belly rub.

After watching the cheese being made, you can try the three delicious kinds of cheese made at the farm which include John’s Island Green Cheese, a garlic and herbed goat cheese, Pimento goat cheese, and Sweet Sunset, a mango-flavored goat cheese.

Don’t worry, even after you leave the farm you can still find their tasty cheeses and milk at local restaurants. Avondale Wine and Cheese Bar, Husk, and Charleston Grill are just a few of the places carrying Burden Creek Dairy products.

Jeremiah Farm – John’s Island

Jeremiah Farm has a small herd of dairy goats, a flock of hens, and large vegetable and herb gardens where you’re able to take place in tours, classes, workshops, and even buy a goat if you want.

There are three different tour options including a walking tour through the gardens and livestock area, a hands-on tour teaching you how to milk a goat, and a second hands-on tour allowing you to milk a goat and make your very own cheese.

Depending on which class you choose, you can leave the farm knowing how to make cheese, yogurt, and kombucha. If you opt to take a workshop instead, you can learn about the soap making process or how to take care of your own herd of goats. The farm also offers a “Farm to You” workshop in which Farmer Casey will bring the farm to you.

What are you waiting for? Herd your group together and head to the farm.

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Can’t Miss: Maui Tacos Charleston Grand Opening

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Aloha Charleston!

There’s a gnarly, new #TacoTuesday spot surfing into town this week. Maui Tacos Mexican Surf Grill is set to have its grand opening this Thursday, January 17.

Located on Meeting Street, Maui Tacos is a franchise originating from the island of Maui. Celebrity chef and restaurateur, Mark Ellman, opened the first Maui Taco in 1993 with several other locations soon following. The restaurant exploded all over the Pacific and is now branching onto the mainland. Charleston will be the restaurant’s second location outside of the islands of Hawaii, the first was in Las Vegas and a third will soon open in Reno.

Bringing the Maui-Mex cuisine to the area is Charleston native Mike and Jen Seltzer. With a combination of Mexican foods and Hawaiian tastes, Maui Taco was once listed as one of the top twenty taco spots in the United States by ZAGAT. Alongside their famous tacos are options including burritos, salads, platters, vegetarian options, a salsa bar, desserts, and other Mexican traditional dishes.

Their drink selections include beer, wine, and unique specialty drinks with a totally awesome happy hour, and when at Maui Tacos, you get a taste of island life which means it’s happy hour all day, every day.

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As if we haven’t already talked you into heading to Maui Taco, you could possibly win free tacos! Every Tuesday they pick one winner on Instagram. All you have to do is take a picture of yourself, your friends, or your food and upload it to Instagram, then tag @mauitacos and hashtag the post #mauitacos. Pics or it didn’t happen dudes.

The grand opening will start at 4 pm with $3 frozen margs, $3 draft beer, $3 tacos, and giveaways.

Surfs up, dudes. See you there.

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Treat Yourself At The 2019 Charleston Health & Wellness Expo

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A free event that promotes treating yo’ self? Sign us up.

The annual Charleston Health & Wellness Expo is back next week and expecting over 4,000 attendees. The upcoming two-day event will run from January 15-16 from 10 am – 7 pm each day.

Whether you’re a longterm wellness junkie or looking to make a lifestyle change (New Year’s resolution, maybe?), this FREE expo will have something to offer you.

With over 100 vendors, there will be plenty of screenings, tests, and on-site demonstrations. Health care providers will provide screenings for blood pressure & stroke, sleep & anxiety, and BMI & glucose screenings, just to name a few. Other vendors will be available to offer cooking classes, massages, fitness tests and more. All aspects of health and wellness will be covered and you won’t want to miss it.

Produced by the City of Charleston, Cooper River Bridge Run, and HealthLinks Charleston magazine, the Expo promotes healthy lifestyles that will enhance everyone’s quality of life. You’re guaranteed to learn tips and tricks that will help you establish both healthy eating and lifestyle practices.

In 2018, they made the experience much more interactive for attendees, and we should expect the same for 2019. In attendance will also be MUSC, who is a presenting sponsor of the event and will have multiple booths to educate the community.

Held each year at the Charleston Gaillard Center, parking is available in their parking garage and only $5 per vehicle.

Read more about the Charleston Health & Wellness Expo here.

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Best Charleston Restaurant Week Deals

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It’s time to put aside all resolutions and break out the holiday eating pants again. That’s right, it’s Charleston Restaurant Week! From January 9-20, 2019 you can enjoy Charleston’s culinary scene without breaking the bank.

Twice a year, Charleston residents and visitors are able to try out some of the best restaurants in town at a fraction of the usual price. And, because there are so many delicious restaurants to try from and so little time, we’re highlighting some of the best menus.

Cantina 76 – Mt. Pleasant

Offer: 3 courses for $15

As if their tacos aren’t enough reason to visit Cantina 76, they’re offering three courses for only $15 during restaurant week. Included on their menu is a choice of queso, guac, or salsa, served with chips; a choice of an entree; and your choice of a dessert or one of their handcrafted margaritas (margarita, please).

Carolina Ale House – Downtown Charleston/Summerville

Offer: 3 courses for $25

After seeing frickles (fried pickles) and pretzels with queso on Carolina Ale’s restaurant week menu, we were sold. Located in Downtown Charleston on the corner of King and Meeting Street as well as in Downtown Summerville right off I-26, Carolina Ale is offering a two-person, three-course meal for just $25.

Ms. Rose’s Fine Food & Cocktails – West Ashley

Offer: 3 courses for $25

Just on the other side of the Ashley River is Ms. Rose’s Fine Food & Cocktails. A neighborhood favorite, Ms. Roses Fine Food & Cocktails is offering a variety of their delicious Southern dishes including their grilled cheese plate and smoked beef ribs.

Mex 1 Coastal Cantina – West Ashley

Offer: 3 courses for $30

Named after the highway that runs along the Baja California coast, Mex 1 is another hot spot for Mexican cuisine and they’re serving up a three-course meal for $30. While the normal restaurant week menu doesn’t include any adult beverages, the bonus round for $12 includes not one but TWO specialty cocktails.

Dockery’s – Daniel Island

Offer: 3 courses for $30

Dockery’s is perfect for a night away from the town. Located on charming Daniel Island, they’ve got live music and food options for everyone. Seriously, their first course includes options like calamari and chili, followed with a vegetable plate entree or the local fish. For dessert? Cookies and milk, apple fritter, or coconut cake. There’s an option for everyone in your group.

Tavern & Table – Mt. Pleasant

Offer: 3 courses for $35

Looking for a good view to compliment your meal? Here’s your place. Tavern and Table, located on breathtaking Shem Creek, is not only offering three delicious courses for $35; they’re adding in an extra perk with wine specials during all of the restaurant weeks. Cheers!

Bohemian Bull – James Island

Offer: 2 people for $25 or 2 people for $35

Bohemian Bull has compiled two menus offering some of their best dishes. While both menus are priced for two people, one is priced at $25 and the other at $35. The difference between the two? The entree selections.

Bourbon & Bubbles – Downtown Charleston

Offer: 3 courses for $40

Restaurant Week is the perfect time to try out Charleston’s hottest and newest restaurant. Located on Upper King, Bourbon & Bubbles is offering a three-course meal including favorites like deviled eggs, tots, and tenderloin.

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Checkout ClassPass: Charleston’s New Way to Workout

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If you’re a part of the Charleston fitness scene, you know it’s one of the best. There are so many amazing studios throughout this city and new ones popping up all the time (support local!). With a smorgasbord of amazing options, it’s likely you’ve wished once or twice you could dip your toe in everything. In just one monthly payment, you get to bounce from cycling to boxing to yoga instead of being committed to just one.

Sound too good to be true? Stay tuned. Here’s how it works. You can sign up for a membership where you get 20, 30 or 50 credits per month. The credits make up the “cost” of each class. So, 20 credits gets you 3-6 classes per month, 30 credits is 6-9 and 50 credits puts you in 9-15 classes every month. ClassPass gives you the flexibility to make your perfect workout schedule.

The best part? They have a free trial. That’s right, free trial. For an entire month, ClassPass will give you 40 credits, completely FREE!

That means that you can try out each and every studio and find out what works for you without committing. Once you’ve joined, the membership will auto renew each month but, because we all know life gets in the way sometimes, it is super simple to change or cancel your membership!

The only catch is that fitness studios have to elect to participate with ClassPass. That means not every studio in Charleston will be an option, but this list is pretty solid:

Charleston Power Yoga
The Works a Sweat Studio by Sarah Frick
HY | LO Fitness
Method Ride
CHS Revolution
Cyclebar
Barre South
Barre Evolution
The Barre Code
Burn Boot Camp
Devine Jiu Jitsu
Fit Mommy
International Pilates Center
CrossFit, Grit Box Fitness
TITLE boxing
Iron Tribe Fitness
O2 Fitness James Island
Charleston Community Yoga
Still Soul Studio

Not only does joining ClassPass give you access to over 20 different fitness options, but you can also stream workouts and it is now available in 50 cities! Click here to sign up.

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Fri, Jan. 18, 2019

Sat, Jan. 19, 2019

Sun, Jan. 20, 2019

Beach, Booze, Food, and Fun.