Imagination

An art event at the Cannon Street Arts Center October 21 and 22 featuring the work of Cada McCoy.

A rare and wonderful event: Spooky Hooky at Halls

"Where the Crawdads Sing meets Twilight meets Thelma and Louise…I couldn't put it down." ―Clare Mackintosh, New York Times best-selling author

Play a little spooky hooky Friday, Oct. 13, 12 pm and have lunch with Ashley Winstead, best-selling author of In My Dreams I Hold A Knife, at Halls Signature Events, 5 Faber St. off E. Bay St.

Ashley will be discussing her new thriller, Midnight is the Darkest Hour, in conversation with Charleston’s own Stacy Willingham (A Flicker in the Dark, All the Dangerous Things).

Tickets are $65 for the three-course lunch and a signed copy of Midnight is the Darkest Hour (Sourcebooks, hb., $28), or $39 for lunch only. Click here to buy tickets.

2nd Sunday at Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry

CML SUPERSTARS!

second and fourth sundays

10am-12pm

The Children’s Museum is open from 10:00am – 12:00pm on the second and fourth Sundays of every month exclusively for children with special needs and their families to visit the Museum for FREE.  Children are able to explore and play in the Museum without the crowds and over-stimulation.

This program is FREE, but registration is required below.

At the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry, play is learning and learning is play. CML believes that play is essential to the educational development of ALL children, regardless of challenges such as autism, developmental delays or physical disabilities. CML has proven to be a critical partner for the special needs community.  Participants come from across the Charleston tri-county area at the suggestion of their doctors, therapists, teachers and hospitals.

Participants learn through play at their own pace, build self-confidence and discover their natural talents. Using CML as an alternative play environment, children can hone fine and gross motor skills through play, explore a multi-story medieval castle and shop for “real” groceries. Questions?  Please contact Misty Beck at misty@exploreCML.org

PLATFORM - A Consciousness Studio

Platform Opens Its Doors in Mount Pleasant, Offering Serene Space for Guided Meditation

MOUNT PLEASANT, SC -- Platform - A Consciousness Studio company dedicated to promoting mindfulness and well-being, is pleased to announce the opening of its new meditation studio, PLATFORM. Located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina at 920 Houston Northcutt Boulevard in the Harris Teeter/Gwynn's Shopping Center, the studio provides a beautiful and comfortable space for individuals to experience the benefits of meditation.

Platform - A Consciousness Studio offers a variety of meditation experiences, including drop-in sessions featuring 30-minute pre-recorded guided meditations and sound baths. These sessions can be enjoyed at any time, at the convenience of the individual, using a Platform headset. In addition, the studio hosts live events in the evenings, such as introduction to meditation, sound baths, meditative art classes, a mother's circle, and OM circles.

The benefits of meditation are numerous and impactful. Regular meditation practice can improve memory and concentration, invite more happiness into one's life, diminish mood swings, increase compassion for oneself and others, tap into the subconscious and intuition, as well as enhance athletic performance.

As Platform - A Consciousness Studio looks to the future, it aims to continue providing a haven for individuals seeking inner peace and self-discovery. The studio plans to expand its offerings and provide even more opportunities for personal growth.

At Forté October 8

Joey Morant-All That Jazz Inc Concert-Fundraiser Featuring Mark Whitfield

Sunday, October 08 | 6:00 PM Showtime

MOJA is coming! September 28 to October 8

MOJA Arts Festival is an annual celebration of Black arts and culture and our artistic contributions to the world, especially through African American and Caribbean legacies. Festival events include visual arts, music, food, dance, poetry, theater, storytelling, traditional crafts and family activities. Click here for tickets.

Sunday! 2nd Sunday on King Street

It’s Restaurant Week in Charleston. Come downtown if you’re not already here, and savor the history, culture, cuisine and art that is King Street. Or shop… whatever. Smoosh your face into a flower by Sweet Jessamine or Vanessa.

At 2nd Sunday TODAY! Ways to keep cool.

Respoke has mens, womens and childrens espadrilles and sneakers handmade from designer scarves. 377 King Street. Peep toe espadrilles? What could possibly be cooler!

Duck into one of many stores, galleries, food purveyors

Reinert Fine Art at 179 King Street for an art plunge

Yeti at 360 King Street for a Rambler Water Bottle

Off Track Ice Cream on Beaufain Street just off King

Sso many ways for coolness at 2nd Sunday on King Street!

At 2nd Sunday on King Street this month

Welcome Hannah Staib’s Indulge In Art collection. You’ll recognize her subject matter, dear to Charleston hearts. Look for Hannah on the bricks with Rebecca Illustrated, Tate Nation, Elise Carmichael and Lauren Ridenour. (You’ll find the bricks between Wentworth and Market Streets.)

Spartina 449 has a Sale on Sale! Already marked down merchandise will be an additional 30% off. Just in time to snag those last-minute looks before Summer ends! They’ll also have special 2nd Sunday door busters and refreshments! 231 King Street

Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: The Exhibit: Gain an up-close understanding of the artistic success and inspiration behind Michelangelo. Experience these classics, true to size, close-up, photographable, and at your own pace. Beaufain Street

Charleston Opera Theater provides world-class opera performances for the City of Charleston and surrounding communities. Look for. them at the Sotille Marquee.

Thanks to these other 2nd Sunday on King Street Sponsors and Supporters

Crews Subaru

Koko and Company

Lively CHS Properties

Portico Longevity

Optimal Bio

Zevia

Patagonia Made

Love Shack Fancy

7Hills

Millie Lynn Boutique

Woof Gang Bakery

Sweet Jessamine Flower Truck

Flowers by Vanessa

And thanks for the delicious food!

Cotton Sky Ice Cream

& Lobster

Tonys Cheesecake

AW Shucks

Daddys

Lincoln Brews

Smash CIty

Harlow & Pearl

James Brown Boiled Peanuts

Lowcountry Lemonade

Mr. Narwhals Magnificent Snowballs

New Dog

Oyster House

Uncorked

Rusty Bull

Good for our community, sources for information:

Alzheimer's Association 

Ovarian Cancer

Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments

Portico Longevity and 2nd Sunday

We are a private medical and aesthetics practice where we will help you be your best self. We offer in depth medical consultations as well as rejuvenating skincare, laser, microneedling & botox treatments. We also have an infrared sauna, cold plunge pool, copper tub for mineral bath soaks, steam room and Vichy shower. Our caring team will get to know you personally and make you feel so at home that you’ll want to come and relax in our garden and have a tea or glass of artesian spring water. We welcome you to drop by and visit us anytime at 21 Burns Lane – in the heart of downtown Charleston.

Coming this Fall

Art and travel.

2nd Sunday on King Street this August 13

Join our celebration of summer on King Street. Eat, drink, shop, be merry.

2nd Sunday on King Street in July

It’s Charleston, it’s hot, and we love it! At our much loved 2nd Sunday event this month shops, galleries, street vendors and food make street magic from noon to 5 pm.

Can you book a Safari, buy a dress and fill a Toppl?

People come to 2nd Sunday to experience Charleston’s “Main Street”, unobstructed by the usual vehicles parked at the curb and pedestrians trying to saunter side by side on the sidewalk.

But wait; there’s more! A lobster, an oyster, a little shot of Botox, a candle, a jar of honey, a cold local beer, a sweet globe of cotton candy, clothes, shoes, a hat, and art, art, art.

It’s why we love 2nd Sunday! See you there. Noon - 5:00.

Art in the Square, Marion Square that is

The last day of the Piccolo Spoleto Art Exhibition in Marion Square is—wait for it—2nd Sunday June 10! Our friend Tate Nation will be there along with Gerardo Leccese, Colleen Wiessmann and more. These SC artists spend two sometimes grueling weeks outdoors at the festival before returning to their studios and galleries. Pop in for a last look and to take home the art you didn’t know you needed.

What’s a Toppl? Find out at 2nd Sunday this weekend!

Woof Gang Bakery is hosting a Toppl Bar for Second Sunday.  This enrichment activity is fun for dogs and their humans.  Sweet and Savory options will be available.  Bring your own Toppl to stuff, or purchase one at Woof Gang Bakery Charleston to participate.  See how creative you can be!  Cost of the Toppl Bar is $4.99 for small, $5.99 for medium and $6.99 for large.  (Toppl sold separately starting at $16.99.) 341 King Street.

Mom wants to come to 2nd Sunday on King Street!

This month’s chapter will feature Smudge, and The V-Tones of Charleston, just two of musical surprises popping up for our 2nd Sunday brand of fun.

Hungry? There are lobster rolls waiting at &Lobster at Beaufain Street and A.W. Shucks on Lower King. Lib’s Diner always has fresh, inventive takes on classics, and KJ Style BBQ at Hasell Street attracts a line the minute he sets up.

Art your thing? Lauren and Rebecca and Tate are on the bricks, joined by other creatives inspired by and inspiring Charleston’s thriving art scene.

Shopping for Mom, fashion for you. Pick up a pair of Maui Jim’s at Tommy Bahama, outside Charleston Place. Cross the street for Spartina 449. Inspired by one of the few remaining unspoiled treasures, Daufuskie Island, South Carolina, Spartina 449 embodies the true beauty and spririt of Island Living. Look for Raine and Grace Candles nearby, or follow your nose to lovely candle scents in innovative packaging.

Special thanks to Crews Subaru. They’ll be there—can’t miss ‘em!

Spring celebration at 2nd Sunday

April’s 2nd Sunday on King Street is always full of surprises. While many King Street stores will be open, a few will be closed respectfully for Easter, Passover, and other remembrances. You can count on artists, makers, fashion forward designers, spring sales and a lovely variety of food offerings.

if you’re looking to pop into a sports bar to watch The Masters, there’s no place better than the Rusty Bull. 337 King Street.

Nicci Kristine from The Sanctuary/MalaMaya Bead Co will be on the street, along with Jacob Friedman who will put together a Custom Safari for you.

The Apple Store is offering several free classes. Stop by and see what you can learn. If you’d like to participate in a special class organize just for 2nd Sunday, email susan@kingstreetmarketinggroup.com and tell us your favorite topic. 301 King Street.

Lincoln’s Brews will join us, Own your Roots as well. Tate Nation Is celebrating his mom’s 100th Birthday! Stop by his gallery to say hi and be entered to win a random drawing for a $100 Gift Certificate to Tate’s gallery. He’s on the bricks from noon ’til 5pm. 257 King Street

So much more! Join us!

Coming up this 2nd Sunday, April 9

From noon-5:00 it will be 2nd Sunday on King Street as usual. Our favorite Spring month when there’s nothing better to do than stroll.

All the Colors of Spring at 2nd Sunday

Lauren Ridenour really loves you.

Spring fashion from Lauren Ridenour, Sadie & Sutton Boutique, True Lucia, In The Dresser will be on the bricks. Spring flowers from Sweet Jessamine. And there’s such good food! James Brown’s Famous Boiled Peanuts, & Lobster, King of Pops and the return of the MacDaddy Food Truck!

After, you may go home and watch the Oscars. Don’t forget your gown and tiara!

Photo by Mirko Fabian on Unsplash