June 2016: Need Summer Now

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Garmin invented babyCam— an in-vehicle video baby monitor designed to give you an “on demand” view of your baby on your Garmin navigation display. So, you can drive with turn-by-turn GPS route guidance and still check on baby without turning around!

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CONSIDER A CAR BABY MONITOR: THE AV E R A G E S U M M E R T E M P E R AT U R E I N CHARLESTON IS 89 DEGREES.

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Every Tuesday evening in June, WEZL hosts live music for a free concert series starting at 6 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant Memorial Waterfront.

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6/7 WEZL’S PARTY IN THE PARK

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SOCIAL SUMMER A GROUP OF RESEARCHERS FOUND THAT TWEETS AROUND THE WORLD WERE MORE POSITIVE AS THEIR REGION APPROACHED THE SUMMER SOLSTICE THAN THOSE WHO LIVED IN PARTS OF THE WORLD THAT WERE APPROACHING THE WINTER SOLSTICE.

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The Charleston Parks Conservancy and the City of Charleston will host a grand opening and ribbon cutting celebration for the the newlyrenovated Colonial Lake. Music, food trucks and vendors, kids’ activities, and Charleston Model Yacht Racing Club will race model sailboats on the lake.

10:30 am to 2 pm.

Nothing says “I’ll be in the cabana by the pool” more than a pineapple margarita.

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6/4 COLONIAL LAKE REOPENS!

Nationally recognized Sjal Esthetician, Dawn Hairgrove, will be in The Port Mercantile and Amethyst Spa at The Restoration Hotel for Skincare Readings and Amethyst Crystal Healing work.

No appointment necessary.

11am – 5pm at The Port Mercantile, 75 Wentworth Street.

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THE WARNING: MOST BURGLARIES OCCUR DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS. USE TIMER LIGHTS!

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6/11 SJAL SKINCARE & CRYSTAL EVENT

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See more than 120 American craft artists selling traditional and contemporary items in a variety of media at The 37th Annual Piccolo Spoleto Fine Crafts Show.

Runs through 6/5, Friday & Saturday 10am - 6pm, Sunday 11am- 5pm in Wragg Square.

See our ad on page 44 for free admission!

Eat, Drink, Toast, and Learn.

Join Germain Dermatology from 12pm - 1pm to learn about the World’s #1 Non-Invasive Fat Removal Treatment! Enjoy a Coastal Brunch along with our Mimosa and Bloody Mary bar. Trust your body to the CoolSculpting experts!

Call 844.SC. CHILL to reserve your spot and free evaluation.

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6/3 FINE CRAFTS SHOW

LUNCH AND LEARN FOR A BEAUTIFUL BODY

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Come aboard the Schooner Pride with Executive Wines and Foodies Catering for fantastic sunset wine tasting cruises. On the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month through October, sample 5 wines selected from Executive Wines’ experts and some tasty hors d’oeuvres from Charleston favorite, Foodies Catering. Tickets: $65.

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6/1 SUNSET WINE TASTING CRUISES

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Your car can reach temperatures of 124 degrees within 20 minutes. A monitor reminds you that your little one is still in the car when you arrive at your destination.

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PINEAPPLE M A R G A R I TA 3 cups pineapple juice 1 3/4 cup orange juice 2 oz. fresh lime juice 1 cup triple sec 1 cup tequila ice salt for rim of glass fresh pineapple and lime slices for garnish Mix juices, triple sec and tequila together until combined. Rub rim of glass with a lime slice and dip in salt. Serve over ice and garnish with pineapple and limes. Cheers!

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“ Everything is a good excuse for a bike ride.”

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THE COOLEST PROTECTION With exceptional cooling and comfort features, road-worthy styling, and Specialized’s HairPort fit system tailor-made for a ponytail (no more “helmet hair!”), the Duet is perfect for any female cyclist. Specialized.com.

THE “IT’S STILL LIGHT OUT A T 8 P. M . ” RIDE

The Crosstown Folding Bike by Montague Bikes combines portability and style in this hybrid bike, perfect for late evening rides with summer sunset views. Full-size tires and a built-in release system make it feel like a beach cruiser (but one that fits easily into the trunk of your car).

Pedal on! Available at WestMarine.com.

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6/14 BROWN BAG LUNCH Meet other professional women & network towards your personal & business goals.

Open networking facilitated

by Center for Women. Lunch provided by Panera. FREE/C4W members, $20/Guests.

12pm – 1pm at Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union—Community Room, Mt. Pleasant. c4women.org

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Luncheon hors d’oeuvres & refreshments will be served.

Special offer at event: 25% off. Treatable areas include stomach, muffin-top, inner & outer thighs, and double chin. No surgery, no needles, no downtime.

Space is limited, must RSVP: 843.556.8886, ext. 1101. 11am – 1pm at Dermatology & Laser Center of Charleston, 2180 Henry Tecklenburg Drive. dermandlaser.com

“ I T WAS J U NE, AN D T HE WOR LD SM ELLED O F RO S ES . T H E S U NS H INE WA S LIKE P OW DERED GO LD OVER THE G RA SSY H IL L S I DE.”

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COOL FACT MORE AMERICANS BUY ICE CREAM IN JULY THAN ANY OTHER MONTH.

CURATE THE PERFECT SUMMER WARDROBE AT TANGER OUTLETS THIS SEASON!

Text the word SHOP to 55695 or bring the Tanger ad found in this month’s issue to Tanger Shopper Services to receive your FREE Savings Book.

THE SPLURGE: AIR CONDITIONED CAR SEATS: 10 MINUTES TO POLAR DELIGHT.

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BRING THE BREEZE INDOORS

Restoration Warehouse’s Arden fan combines form and function. Clean and classic lines fit into any decor, and the three-speed rotary switch cools any room. Available in oil-rubbed bronze or satin nickel finish.

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The producers of Bacon and Bourbon will host Rum Runners, a cocktail and food-focused event, at the Memminger Auditorium.

The celebration will feature 10 chefs and 30 rum distilleries paying homage to the flavors of the West Indies. A VIP Preview will be offered from 6 until 7:30 p.m. when the event opens to general admission ticket holders.

Tickets are $95 for VIP or $75 for general admission. citypapertickets.com

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7/15 FRIDAY NIGHT BOOGIE SERIES

THE LIFE OF THE PARTY

Who wants to spend cocktail hour serving up specialty cocktails? Not us! Somabar is the world’s first app-controlled robotic bartending appliance. With its streamlined design and six easy-refill pods, Somabar mixes cocktails and infuses bitters to make the perfect cocktail in seconds. Welcome to the future!

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JULY 7/1 PARTY AT THE POINT SEASON FINALE Ear for Music, Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, and 105.5 The Bridge present the 2016 season of Party at the Point with Banana Pancakes (A Tribute to Jack Johnson). Tickets: $7.

Cash only for entry and food/ beer inside the venue. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina.

7/4 FLIGHT DECK 4TH OF JULY BLAST This year, two different ticket options are available. For $100, visitors can purchase a VIP ticket. This ticket will include complimentary drinks from a full service bar, a barbecue meal served by the Museum’s official caterer, TOP SHELF Catering, and access provided. The second ticket package is priced at $35.

Patriots Point, 9am-12pm patriotspoint.org

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FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION Celebrate Independence Day with The Restoration Hotel at The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits. Adults: $100 per person, includes beer, house wine, and barbeque buffet.

Children’s tickets available for $25 w/purchase of adult ticket.

Children ages 12-20 must be accompanied by an adult.

Space is limited.

Call for details, 843.518.5108.

7/4 9TH ANNUAL SIZZLING SOUTHERN CELEBRATION Join the Wentworth Mansion and Circa 1886 for an Independence Day celebration.

From 6-7 p.m. enjoy live music, lawn games, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar on the patio and Wentworth Mansion lawn. At 7 p.m. the festivities will move inside with libations and a 3-course dinner. After dark, head to the cupola with a glass of champagne to watch Charleston’s fireworks. $75 per person; price excludes tax, gratuity and additional beverages.

Reservations required. circa1886.com

THE BEST FOR THE BEACH

Or festivals, picnics, and other summer fun.The Round Towel is one of those “why didn’t someone think of this sooner?” products:Twice the size of regular beach towels, it lets you change positions with the sun without rearranging your beach spot, and comes in 10 summery designs (like the “Round-a-Melon”).

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“FOR WHATE VE R WE LOSE ( L IKE A YOU OR A M E ) , IT’S A LWAY S OU R SELF WE F IND IN

Ages 21 and up are invited to do some shag dancing on the pier at Thursday Night Boogie.

The Mount Pleasant Pier will be rockin’ with the sounds of DJ Jim Bowers spinning oldies, beach music classics, and line dancing hits. The event is held at the foot of the 1250-foot-long pier next to Memorial Waterfront Park, the perfect spot to catch cool breezes, beautiful scenery, and views of Charleston Harbor and the Ravenel Bridge.

Gates open at 7 p.m. and music will continue until 11 p.m.

Admission: $10. Residents of Charleston County can purchase advance tickets for $8. All attendees must be 21 years of age and a photo ID is required. charlestoncountyparks.com

7/16 SHAGGIN’ ON THE COOPER Celebrate the arrival of warmer weather with some dancing! Local bands perform live at the end of the Mount Pleasant Pier throughout the season (July features The Recollections), and the dance floor is open for all ages.

Gates open at 7 p.m. for all events, and tickets are $10 per person ($8 in advance for Charleston County residents).

Space is limited, so advance purchase is recommended. charlestoncountyparks.com/shaggin

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THE REALITY. BUY A REUSABLE WATER BOTTLE. U.S. LANDFILLS ARE OVERFLOWING WITH 2 MILLION TONS OF DISCARDED WATER BOTTLES.

7/28 5TH ANNUAL BE BRAVE BRUNCH Honoring brave individuals who have overcome adversity to create better opportunities for themselves and other women.

Tickets start at $35, 11:30am 1:30pm at Founders Hall. c4women.org

7/31 THE CHARLESTON BRIDAL SHOW Meet Charleston’s top wedding professionals conveniently gathered under one roof and narrow your search in creating your dream wedding.

Tickets are $10 at the door.

12pm - 4pm at The Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St. thecharlestonbridalshow.com

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