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Shark tooth sleuthing on Folly

Join an experienced naturalist to search for shark teeth and other beach artifacts. Discuss shark adaptations and biology while learning the secrets to finding shark teeth. Accessible parking, accessible restrooms, and accessible water fountains are available near the Dunes House where the program begins and ends. An accessible route to a natural sand beach is present, and beach wheelchairs are available for checkout on a first come, first served basis.
April 13. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $12/ages 12 and over. Folly Beach County Park. 1100 West Ashley Ave. Folly Beach. ccprc.com

Sip and Shop Market

Shop at over 40 local craft vendors while drinking great beer and listening to live music from local favorites. Held in spring and fall on the second Saturday of the month, this seasonal market brings dozens of makers, artisans, brewers and more together for a one-stop shop for all your drinking and shopping needs. Can’t make it this month? Drop by in May or June before the summer break.
April 11. Noon. Free. Indigo Reef Brewing. 2079 Wambaw Creek Road, Unit 1. Daniel Island. indigoreefbrewing.com

Paint and sip class

Learn to paint poppies and wildflowers on your own set of stemless wine glasses while in the beautiful gardens of Magnolia. Join other aspiring painters in the Magnolia Workshop for a class with local artist Kristen Cauble-Morse for refreshments, art and fun. This class is limited to 30 people and includes complimentary garden admission
with your ticket.
April 11. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. $75/ticket. Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. 3550 Ashley River Road. West Ashley. magnoliaplantation.com

High Tea: spring patisserie workshop

Celebrate the fresh flavors and delicate charm of spring in this Spring High Tea Baking Class. In this hands-on workshop, guests will create a beautiful assortment of elegant tea-time pastries perfect for garden parties, brunch gatherings or a classic afternoon tea. From light, flaky scones to delicate tea cookies and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
April 12. 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. $150/ticket. Chef’s Collective. 874 Orleans Road. West Ashley. thechefscollective.com

Sweetgrass basket workshop

Create your own one-of-a-kind sweetgrass basket in a special class led by local makers as they guide you step-by-step and share the rich history of the art form. Each piece is unique, and each artist develops his or her own style. Take home your one-of-a-kind basket after spending the morning in the picturesque Sweetgrass Inn. All materials are provided.
April 16. 10 a.m. to noon. $110/person. Wild Dunes Resort. 5757 Palm Blvd. Isle of Palms. wilddunesresort.com

Arts + Music

Amp up your jazz savvy at Charleston Jazz Festival

For nine lively days from April 13 to April 21, Charleston Jazz Festival is set to elevate the form throughout the city with world-class artists performing in iconic Charleston venues.
More: charlestonjazz.com

THEATER

  • Through May 3, various times: Charleston Stage presents a new production of Come From Away, the acclaimed Broadway musical by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church St.
    More: charlestonstage.com

DANCE

  • April 10, 3:30 – 4: 30 p.m.: Experience a rehearsal showing of When the Air Stays Still by Annex Dance Company, followed by an interactive conversation led by Aidan Hylen (EVSS student) and Glenna Durbin (company member). CATO 333, College of Charleston Cato Center, 161 Calhoun St.
    More: annex-dance-company.square.site

MUSIC

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AWARD SEASON

The James Beard Foundation announced its 2026 Chef Award Nominees and two Charleston favorites made the list. Merci is a finalist in the Best New Restaurant category and Welton’s Tiny Bakeshop is on the list for Outstanding Bakery. Winners will be revealed at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards Ceremony June 15 at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.

Say Grace: Food for Thought in Hospitality, a podcast hosted by Indigo Road Hospitality Group’s Steve Palmer, earned distinction in the Best New Podcast Category at the Webby Awards. Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, the Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet.

WHAT’S NEW

Swanky sweets: Swank Desserts, located at 110 South Cedar St. in Summerville, will open Swank Creamery in an adjoining unit later this year. The new space will serve ice cream, espresso and an expanded cookie offering. Swank Desserts began as an online bakery in 2015 and opened the brick-and-mortar shop in 2019.
More: swankdesserts.com

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Brew party: Chucktown Brewdown: Homebrew Festival will take place for the seventh time from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. April 18. The 2026 edition returns to Fam’s Brewing Co. at 1291 Folly Road and features 20 homebrewing teams from across the Lowcountry. The festival will also feature live music from Reverse Cowgirl, lawn games and food. The event is open to guests 21 and older. Cost: GA tickets are $15 in advance and $30 at the door, subject to availability.
More: famsbrewingco.com

Sama-sama series: Kultura has announced the return of its guest chef dinner series, Sama-Sama, at its new location at 267 Rutledge Ave. Collaborations include Chef Lana Lagomarsini from New York City’s Lana Cooks on April 29, Chef Jeff Chanchaleune from Oklahoma City’s Ma Der Laoon on May 20, Gustavo Romero from Minneapolis’s Oro by Nixta on June 24 and Chef Masako Morishita from Washington, D.C.’s Perry’s on July 15. Each dinner features a five-course collaborative tasting menu. Cost: $125 per guest with beverages available à la carte. More: kulturacharleston.com

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