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It seems that each year, holiday happenings happen a little bit earlier. Some may be cynical about it, but personally I like making the holiday season last as long as possible.

Recently I blogged about the...

There are many things that draw people to the Charleston area, and one of the best-known and most beloved is Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.

Now that the weather is turning a tad cooler, it’s nice to start thinking about cooking some fall foods…. squash, sweet potato or pumpkin anything, tailgate chili, harvest vegetable soup, holiday casseroles… and possibly the king of all...

One of the main things you notice when visiting Charleston is that there’s no shortage of water, or islands, in the Lowcountry. It’s a big part of what makes up the fabric of this area  -  the interplay...

One of the main draws to come to Charleston is, of course, the world class cuisine. Seems like the local food scene just gets better and better, as more top chefs are drawn here and more creative establishments open their doors.

Everyone in your Charleston beach house has to eat, and eating out is a great option, but it can be a bit daunting, choosing where to go. That’s why events like Charleston Restaurant Week, put on by theCharleston Restaurant Association, are such a help. They make it a little easier to dive into the many dining choices around here.

The bells and clock of St. Michael’s Church downtown are turning 250 years old(!), and they have a special public events and a service commemorating their history. They will also be ringing them throughout the day.

There’s no shortage of wonderful charities in the Lowcountry, and they have a knack for coming up with creative ways to raise much-needed funds.

One of my personal favorites is the Charleston Animal Society, which does...