Special 250th Early Days Gallery tour
Celebrate The Charleston Museum’s 250th anniversary with a tour of the museum’s earliest collections in the Early Days gallery, which reflects the museum’s long history, from its founding before the American Revolution to the late 20th century. Join Curator of Archaeology Martha Zierden for the story of the museum’s history, and take a closer look at some of its earliest objects.
Sept. 21. 3:30 p.m. Free with general admission. Charleston Museum. 360 Meeting St. Downtown. charlestonmuseum.org
Open mic night
Clerks Coffee’s monthly open mic night brings attendees an evening of talent and libations. If you’ve been missing out on this series, don’t worry, there are still plenty of opportunities to jump in — and it’s open to all skill levels. A surprise host will lead each open mic night. Enjoy cocktails and bites from Clerks’ menu while you enjoy the local talent.
Sept. 15. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free. Clerks Coffee Co. 181 Church St. Downtown.
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Share Your Craft
Firefly Distillery is celebrating the statewide distribution of its most premium spirit, Bend & Steal American Whiskey, by hosting a free event highlighting local craftsmen. The Share Your Craft event will feature makers from across the state to showcase their talent — from boat builders and woodworkers to makers of fly-fishing flies, knives, furniture and more. Whiskey cocktails will be available for purchase and tasting.
Sept. 16. Noon to 4 p.m. Free. Firefly Distillery. 4201 Spruill Ave. North Charleston.
fireflydistillery.com
Children’s painting workshop
Enjoy a brand-new program with The Charleston Museum educator Maggie Roof, a professional artist and graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design. Join the team at the Dill Sanctuary to learn to paint a salt marsh landscape. Supplies, including easels and canvases, will be provided. Participants will be able to take home their canvas landscape.
Reserve your space online.
Sept. 17. 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. $35/members; $40/nonmembers. The Dill Sanctuary.
1163 Riverland Drive. James Island. charlestonmuseum.org
National Cheeseburger Day
Celebrate one of the tastiest national holidays on the calendar with the perfect remedy to the Monday blues: a sizzling, savory, grilled-to-perfection cheeseburger from The Watch Rooftop Kitchen. The restaurant’s famous Watch Burger and Terrace Burger will be available for
$12 to commemorate the holiday.
Sept. 18. 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Menu prices vary. The Restoration Hotel. 75 Wentworth St. Downtown. therestorationhotel.com
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