Tri-County News (Berkeley, Charleston, Dorchester)
Wine Down Wednesday at Old Towne Creek County Park Remaining Dates: September 25, October 9, and October 23
Wine Down Wednesday returns this fall at Old Towne Creek County Park! The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) invites you to enjoy wine, food truck fare and live music at this four-part series. The next Wine Down Wednesday is Sept. 25 from 5-7 p.m. At each Wine Down Wednesday, guests are welcome to…
Read MoreCharleston County Aviation Authority Donates to My Sister’s House
September 18, Charleston County Aviation Authority employees presented donations collected during its “CCAA Cares” initiative to My Sister’s House. CCAA Cares is a program designed by employees to show their support to different non-profit groups within the community by participating in fundraising events lead by the Administration Team. Airport CEO and executive director Paul Campbell…
Read MoreCCPL Continues Seeking Community Input on New St. Paul’s Hollywood Library Programs, Events and Creative Studio
Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) want more community input! CCPL hosted a Community Forum on Sept. 17 to collect input and opinions from community members about potential programs/events and makerspace equipment for the new St. Paul’s Hollywood Library. If community members were unable to make it to the event, there is still time to…
Read MoreChildren’s Museum of the Lowcountry to Host “A Night in the Emerald City Gala”
The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry (CML) have announced “A Night in the Emerald City Gala” to be held on September 28, 2019 at The Dewberry in downtown Charleston. Money raised by the gala will fund CML’s Early Education Access Fund, which provides low-income children and families affordable access to the museum’s high-quality programming and experiences. “With…
Read MoreAdventure at Sea: A Unique Study Abroad Opportunity
By Dan Dickison Not too many students get to spend a full semester studying abroad. And fewer yet get to spend that time visiting eight different nations or territories while taking a full load of courses with a curriculum expressly based on those destinations. But that’s what 16 students at the College of Charleston will…
Read MoreSuccessful Teacher Residency Program finishes out third year
The Charleston County School District (CCSD) Summer Teacher Residency Program completed its third year; over 40 induction level teachers have completed the program. The success of the program has been overwhelming. Last year, the Teacher Residency Program was named a finalist for the Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorks SC Award. CCSD’s Summer Teacher Residency Program…
Read More2020 Campaigns Heading to South Carolina for Charleston Democrats’ Blue Jamboree
The annual Blue Jamboree, described as “one of the biggest, bluest rallies in the state,” is set for October 5 at The Bend in North Charleston. With over 2,000 tickets already sold and an anticipated attendance of over 3,000 people, the Blue Jamboree is expected to be the largest gathering of South Carolina Democratic voters…
Read MoreCharleston County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Roundtable Dialogues Underway
The CJCC is urging community members to register for roundtable dialogues at one of twelve locations that start this week. The dialogues bring small community groups together all across the county for in-depth conversation about safety and justice and generate ideas for action. This is your opportunity to be heard and have input into local…
Read MoreLooking back: East Cooper Community Outreach remembers Hurricane Hugo and its origin
The Lowcountry is approaching the 30th anniversary of Hurricane Hugo’s landfall in Charleston. East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO), a four-star rated Charity Navigator nonprofit, is reflecting on its origins during the peak of hurricane season. September 21-22, 2019 is the 30th anniversary of Hurricane Hugo, one of the most devastating storms to hit the South Carolina coast. Hugo was…
Read MoreStratford vs Goose Creek Included in 2019 Great American Rivalry Series
The Great American Rivalry Series®, now in its 16th year, shines the spotlight on top high school football rivalries across the nation. Since 2004, the Series has covered 859 elite high school football rivalry games across 44 states, highlighting exceptional athletes, hometown pride and decades of competition. In an exciting partnership with ScoreStream, the Great…
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