Black History Month at Boone Hall
A continued engagement with history is vital as it helps us remember the past and, give context for the present and the possibilities that lie ahead. This month-long event at Boone Hall Plantation is a chance to celebrate Black achievement and provide a fresh reminder to take stock of where we are now and give visibility to the people and organizations helping to create change. Events on Feb. 8 and Feb. 9 will include food from S&P Catering and welcome keynote speaker Roberta Huger Pinckney.
Weekends in February. Events start at 2 p.m. $28/general admission. Boone Hall Plantation. 1235 Long Point Road. Mount Pleasant. boonehallplantation.com
Cupid’s Chase 5K
Community Options is inviting runners, walkers, rollers (baby strollers and wheelchairs) and sponsors to raise funds that make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities at our annual Cupid’s Chase 5K. This is a rain or shine event, so dress for the weather, and get ready to run. Register early to secure your early bird discount and guarantee your Cupid’s Chase shirt.
Feb. 8. Check-in at 8 a.m.; race at 10 a.m. $45/general admission. James Island County Park.
871 Riverland Drive. James Island. ccprc.com
Gullah Rag Rug workshop
Join master quilter and celebrated fiber artist Cookie Washington and learn a historic no-sew method of quilt-making. Strips of fabric are poked into a loose weave base and tied on top. Dive into this traditional Gullah textile technique in this two-part workshop as a way to celebrate Black History Month in a hands-on way. All materials are provided. Participants must be able to attend both days.
Feb. 12 and Feb. 13. 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. $25/person. Park Circle Community Building. 4800 Park Circle. North Charleston. visitnorthcharleston.com
Brackish Workshop: Artisan in Residence
Starting Monday, The Carriage House at Charleston Place will transform into an exclusive workshop ahead of the Southeastern Wildlife Exhibition. Discover handcrafted feather bowties, earrings and accessories, or create something new with a custom piece designed in collaboration with artisans in residence from the Brackish brand. Enhance your visit with a refreshing “Brackish Water” cocktail available for purchase at the cash bar.
Feb. 10 through Feb. 16. Workshop times vary. Free. The Carriage House at Charleston Place.
205 Meeting St. Downtown. charlestonplace.com
2025 Winter Lecture Series
Join the S.C. Historical Society in February and March for its Winter Lecture Series. On Feb. 11, Professor John G. McCurdy will present Vicious and Immoral: Homosexuality, the American Revolution, and the Trials of Robert Newburgh, the fascinating story of a British army chaplain’s buggery trial in 1774 that reveals surprising truths about early America.
Feb. 11. 6 p.m. $20/ticket; $65/full series. Unitarian Church in Charleston. 4 Archdale St. Downtown. schistory.org
Arts, etc.
Discover culture, artistry of sweetgrass baskets
Join local artisan Sarah Edwards-Hammond at the Charleston Museum Saturday, Feb. 8, from 9:30 a.m until 1:30 p.m., for in-depth instruction on sweetgrass basketry, an integral part of the Lowcountry’s Gullah Geechee arts culture and community since the 17th century. Edwards-Hammond comes from a long line of basket makers. During the workshop, she will share a brief history of the artisanal craft of basket making. Participants will then spend the remainder of the class making their own basket under her direction — an invaluable opportunity to learn this staple craft from a generational expert.
Saturday, Feb. 8 from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $75/members, $105/non-members. Reservations required. Learn more at charlestonmuseum.org.
Shop and savor the sounds of Sunday at Pour House
Don’t miss the weekly entertainment at the Pour House. This Sunday’s brunch-time special features yoga (9:30 a.m./$10), a locally-stocked farmer’s market (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and a seriously soulful Motown Throwdown (1:30 p.m.). Patrons of the farmers market will have access to the deck bar and deck restrooms throughout the market. Those who want to hang on the deck and enjoy Motown Throwdown will be asked to pay the $5 door charge, which supports the musicians and helps to cover production costs.
Sundays 11 a.m.-3 p.m. For details and additional lineup information, visit charlestonpourhouse.com.
Last call for Redux Spring Art Market
Anyone interested in filling one of about 20 open booths at the Spring Art Market hosted in March by Redux Contemporary Art Center can submit an application through Feb. 9. A special preview event of the market is scheduled 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. March 21 with the market on the following day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature the art of Redux’s current roster of 40 studio artists, as well as a select group of additional area artists.
Turn in applications by Feb. 9. Find applications and details at redux.givecloud.co/SpringArtMarket.
A la carte: What’s happening
Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up Tour
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up Tour, a traveling luxury retail event, is now open at the Ferry Wharf in Mount Pleasant, near Patriots Point. The pop-up includes 11 luxury retailers and The Whitman Restaurant, a dining venue that seats 150 guests and offers a full bar and lounge. All-day menu items include crispy rock shrimp, ceviche and lobster mac and cheese.
Now-April 4. The pop-up will be open until April 4. Learn more at balharbourshopspopup.com.
Watch Shuai Wang on Top Chef
Top Chef recently announced its 15 contestants for season 22, which kicks off March 13. The show will feature local chef Shuai Wang, the mastermind behind popular North Charleston restaurants Jackrabbit Filly and King Barbecue.
Starts March 13. You can catch Top Chef on Bravo and Peacock.
Things to do this weekend
Friday
First Friday Art Walk 5-8pm
Saturday
Swig & Swine BBQ 1st Annual Oyster Roast at The Cove in monks corner
Valentine’s Oyster Roast & Market at Holy City Brewing
Feel The Love Art Pop-up at City Lights Eastside from 5-8pm
All Weekend
February 5th – 8th. Colour of Music: Black Classical Musicians Festival
All Month
Garden Lights at Middleton Place Select Nights Feb 6th – 22nd
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