April is here and spring has arrived!! The beloved Charleston Farmers Market will be back in Marion Square each Saturday starting on April 9.  The West Ashley Market will also be on Wednesdays starting on April 20.  The Sound of Charleston will bring beautiful Charleston music to the Circular Congregational Church each Wednesday for the next 8 weeks.  The Charleston Jazz festival is also hitting the town with multiple events.  It’s time to get out and enjoy our great city.  Cooper River Bridge Run is on April 2 and the Women’s Tennis Tournament is back and starts on April 2.  The Stingrays are finishing up the season with home games on April 1, 6, 8, and 9.  Here is your April calendar of events: 1-3 Charleston Spring Antiques Show 2: Isley Brothers, N Chas Coliseum 1: Gary Gulman, Chas Music Hall 1: Alva Anderson, Forte Jazz Lounge 2-10: Credit One Charleston Open Women’s Tennis Tournament 2: Cooper River Bridge Run 3: Birds of Prey Photo Day 3: Henry Rollins, Chas Music Hall 3: Firefly on the Bayou, Firefly Distillery 6: Meet and Greet USS Yorktown Veterans 6-30: Kinky Boots, Dock Street Theatre 7-8: Laurel Canyon, Tradesman Brewing Company 8: Comedy Showcase, James Island VFW 8: Bachelor Live, N Chas PAC 9: Lowcountry Cajun Festival, James Island County Park 9: Rodney Carrington, N Chas PAC 10: Lewis Black, Chas Music Hall 10: Spring Garden Tour, MUSC campus, and Harleston Village 12: Women, Wealth, and Wine, Harbour Club 14: Paws on the Patio, Burton’s Grill 14: The Price is Right Live, N Chas PAC 15-16: Laurel Canyon, Tradesman Brewing Company 16: Harlem Globetrotters, N Chas Coliseum 21-24: Charleston Jazz Festival 25: Lukas Nelson and the Promise of the Real, Chas Music Hall 25: The Piano Guys, Gaillard 26: Waitress Musical, Gaillard 27: Colin Hay, Chas Music Hall 28: Charleston Charm Car Show, Tanger Outlets 28: Goose, Firefly Distillery Field 29: Red, White, and Blue Jean Ball, Charlestowne Landing 29: Katt Williams, N Chas Coliseum 30: Pop Up Market, Firefly Distillery   Wow, that’s a lot! So, what’s the problem with these events? There are just too many to choose from!

The Carolina Shag  - The South Carolina State dance "The Shag' is a partner dance done primarily to Beach Music. It is a dance recognized in national and international dance competitions held across the United States. A 1989 motion picture, “Shag,” starring Bridget Fonda, Phoebe Cates and Tyrone Power Jr. and filmed largely at Myrtle Beach and Georgetown, S.C., enshrined the dance as a phenomenon of beach culture. The 1980s saw the formation of S.O.S. (Society of Stranders), a shag preservation society at Myrtle Beach. A number of annual events and contests followed, including the Grand Nationals in Atlanta and the Spring Safari and the Fall Migration in Myrtle Beach.   The dance has undergone periodic revivals and rediscoveries and so, to this day, "shagging" is widely popular and there are dancing events in numerous venues throughout the Greater Charleston area.  Choreographers describe the classic shag as a slotted swing dance (the couples move forward and back in a set territory or “slot”). Considerable footwork and improvisation especially for the men, is involved. The shag is sometimes described as a “rooster” dance in that the man generally takes the center of attention, showing off his best moves. Well, and so I hope to introduce you to this fun time dance while searching for a home to buy or to lease in our area. I am sure you will enjoy the journey.  Search for homes on my website www.DefinitelyCharleston.com or mailto: uappleby@gmail.com to get information about the area, neighborhoods, culture and lifestyle in the "Low Country".  Ute Appleby, relocation specialist and realtor  cell: 843.345.2625 

One of Charleston's most popular events is Restaurant Week.  Charleston is the destination for world renowned food and master chefs. The participating restaurants have a set price between $20 and $40 for a 3 course meal.   Perhaps you'd like to try a top of the line steak house restaurant and know you can actually enjoy the meal and not feel sick after you see the check!  It's a great way to sample restaurants you haven't been to or have heard about from friends and the reviews.  Some of the restaurants recommend making a reservation.   Restaurant week will run until the 18th of September.  You'll have another chance to indulge in January when they offer  Restaurant Week again.! You can view the list of participating restaurants and menus here: Charleston Restaurant Week List You'll certainly see me, Donna Andreano, indulging!  I go for the Desserts!!   Donna Andreano Realtor, CNE Realtor of Distinction AgentOwned Realty - Preferred Group843-256-3348 Mobile 843-725-6672 Fax donna.andreano@agentownedrealty.com www.yourhomeincharleston.com

September is a month most everyone in the Lowcountry has been waiting for...the official start to oyster season! You may have heard 'only eat oysters in a month with the letter R'.  You're sure to hear of oyster festivals happening all over from now until April.   Many people have their own oyster parties at home too.  It's interesting to see a group of people all standing around a sheet of plywood with two holes cut out, set on top of two trash pails. A giant wire basket full of steamy oysters gets dumped in the middle. If you don't have your oyster shucking knife in hand, you're going to miss out.  It's a wonderful gathering place...standing, talking, shucking, eating, laughing and enjoying!   Mark your calendar for these oyster festivals: http://www.sciway.net/shop/sc-oysters.html When buying oysters always buy from a reputable source - LOCAL and don't wait to eat them - FRESH is BEST! Don't be surprised if we're sharing a table one day! Donna Andreano - Realtor, CNE Realtor of Distinction  AgentOwned Realty - Preferred Group  843-256-3348 Mobile  DonnaA@agentownedrealty.com 843-725-6672 Fax www.yourhomeincharleston.com

Whether you're visiting Charleston or if you're lucky enough to live here, there is always something to do!  You will have to mark your calendar for the events you'd like to attend.  There are some weekends with so much going on unfortunately, you simply 'can't do it all'.   There are Festivals: Moja Arts, Latin, Mac 'n Cheese and plenty of OYSTER Festivals. If you're in shape, you can do a Walk, Run or Marathon, all for a good cause.  There are HIstoric Tours of Churches, Plantations, Homes and Gardens. Don't worry, you don't have to leave Fido home alone all day.  Many of the events are pet friendly and some are specifically for dogs! You can view the full calendar of events here:  http://www.sciway.net/tourism/charleston-events.html If you decide you no longer want to just visit Charleston and want to see what the real estate market looks like, you can view homes, locations and prices on my website:  www.yourhomeincharleston.com.              Donna Andreano Realtor, CNE Realtor of Distinction AgentOwned Realty - Preferred Group Mobile 843-256-3348 Fax 843-725-6672 DonnaA@AgentOwnedRealty.com www.YourHomeInCharleston.com

On any given weekend in Charleston you'll have a tough time planning your event route!  There is always a festival, a run, a tour or a place to enjoy a leisurely day. You absolutely can't be bored in Charleston!   Take a look at the local newspapers, listen to the radio or watch the news channels and you'll hear all about the upcoming events.  I'll give you an example:  The weekend of April 1st and 2nd you can choose from: The nationally known Cooper River Bridge Run which takes place on the Ravenel Bridge connecting Mt. Pleasant with the Charleston Peninsula. It is sanctioned by USA Track and Field as an elite event and is the 3rd largest 10K in the U.S.  The Summerville Flowertown Festival where color is blooming from the Azaleas, Wisteria as well as the works of artists from all over the country who display their works for sale. You can also partake in delicious food and fun activities. The same weekend you might opt to go on the Historic Charleston Foundation's Festival of Houses and Gardens , or the Charleston Honey & Bee Expo in Mt. Pleasant. Oh, and don't forget about the Lowcountry Cajun Festival in the James Island County Park! As I said, you can't be bored in Charleston on any given weekend!  Get out and enjoy all Charleston has to offer! I'd love to show you the homes you can choose from too!  Contact me today at 843-256-3348 and I'll pencil you in on my Calendar of Events!

You don't have to travel to Munich for a fun OKTOBERFEST!  There are many here and not too far away to make it a nice day or a little weekend adventure! See below a list of Oktoberfest events in South Carolina! (There could be more, so please double check location and dates !) SpartOberfest - Spartanburg, SC - Sep 14 to Sep 16, 2017: Lots of Germans live in this area and so you can bet, it will be authentic with amazing food and beer and dancing and music. Hope you make it to this pretty town in the Upstate!  Summerville Rotary Oktoberfest - Charleston, SC - Sep 30, 2017: This is a fun Oktoberfest with games, food, beer and music hosted by the Summerville Oakbrook Rotary Club and the Summerville Evening Rotary Club. There will be several contests incl.  the famous "chicken dance", and beer stein hoisting, brat eating, best beer belly and best German costume. Admission is just $5.00 and kids are free Aiken Oktoberfest - Aiken, SC - Sep 30, 2017Celebrating Oktoberfest with German-inspired food, beer vendors, authentic Bavarian Band and of course also local music. Soca City Oktoberfest - Columbia, SC - Sep 30, 2017:  This is a huge festival with all the German traditions and food and games. Definitely, will spoil your diet! So, don't even worry about it and enjoy the hardy German cuisine. Oktoberfest at NOMA Square - Greenville, SC - Oct 5 to Oct 8, 2017:NOMA Square will be transformed into a Bavarian Biergarten during a free 4-day community celebration. Includes German food such as grilled bratwurst, pretzels with beer cheese & mustard, Sauerbraten and more! Beers including Paulaner’s Munich Lager, and Hefe-Weizen. Games and contests including cornhole, and certainly the popular chicken dance, and Stein carrying and drinking competition.  There is also a Bratwurst-eating contest and great prizes to win. Newberry Oktoberfest - Newberry, SC - Oct 7, 2017:Celebrate Newberry’s German Heritage with a festival featuring lots of authentic German cuisine, German and domestic Biergarten, classic cars, and plenty of art & craft vendors. The Octoberfest stage will feature polka music,  a best German Outfit contest, and SC’s own Swingin’ Medallions! There will also be kids rides, craft, and fun zone!  Oktoberfest Columbia - Columbia, SC - Oct 13 to Oct 15, 2017:This Columbia Oktoberfest will have authentic German food, live Bavarian bands and lots of beer.  Lots of fun and entertainment including the German Friendship Folk Dancers, the Walhalla Bavarian Dancers, The German Connection Band and Die Lustigen Musikanten. Can't have a fest without wiener schnitzel, and German brats,  sauerkraut, and spaetzle! Local and German beer!  Location:  3005 Devine Street, Columbia, SC 29205 Myrtle Beach Oktoberfest - Myrtle Beach, SC - Oct 13 to Oct 14, 2017:The annual Myrtle Beach Oktoberfest takes place at the Market Common. German food, Oktoberfest beer, live German music on Saturday and Sunday, adult fun and kids game and many activities incl. pumpkin patch for kids, face painting, inflatables, and Oktoberfest steins and of course amazing food and German beers. Florence Oktoberfest - Florence, SC - Oct 14, 2017:  Don't miss this one! Very authentic and fun in very beautiful surroundings! All the German beer and festivities you have been dreaming about!  Oktoberfest Charleston - Charleston, SC - Oct 14, 2017The Community Outreach center at St. Matthew’s Lutheran church is having an Oktoberfest fundraiser in the afternoons of  Oct. 7 & 8,2017 from 3:00-8:00 pm . Admission is $20 including entertainment, full German dinner, and kinder activities!  The Holy City Brewery will be on site.  Tickets are online at oktoberfestcharleston.com or visit them on Facebook, OktoberfestCHS.  The church of St. Matthew’s is located at 405 King St. Charleston, SC 29403. Walhalla Oktoberfest - Walhalla, SC - Oct 20 to Oct 22, 2017:This annual South Carolina Oktoberfest in Walhalla will entertain with live music, food, Oktoberfest dancers,  various carnival rides, and an arts and crafts shows.  Kids ride the carnival rides all day on Sunday for only $12! Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 3-10. Location: Sertoma Field Walhalla, SC 29691 Greer Station Oktoberfest - Greer, SC - Oct 21, 2017:Two stages will be loaded with German bands, German food, and Warsteiner beer.  Local artists work will also be on display in downtown Greer.  Enjoy foods like knackwurst, bratwursts, fresh pretzels, kettle corn and lots more. One can sample a large selection of German beers and wines.              Wow, all these festivals - looks like fun and laughter! ...and if this makes you want to move to the Charleston SC area, where the living is easy and warm and relaxed, contact me and I will tell you more about real estate in our beautiful Low Country. In the meantime, you can visit my website at www.DefinitelyCharleston.com  or simply email or call and let me know what you are looking for!  Cordially,  Ute Lisa Appleby, Realtor      AGENTOWNED REALTY CO., Mt Pleasant SC - Real Estate/Leasing/Property Managementcell:  843.345.2625     uappleby@gmail.com  or  www.DefinitelyCharleston.com        

THANKSGIVING  - not just a couch potato and football day, but also a day to discover new activities and have fun! Here is an almost complete list of things to do in and around Charleston SC: Nov 21, 2018  9am to 6pm5th Annual "Turkey Day Climb-the-Wall" at Wild Blue Ropes Aventure Park, 1595 Highland Avenue, James IslandA fun event for young and old (if you have still good knees)  & family  Nov 21, 2018  9am to 6pmHarvest HangoutWild Dunes Resort, @ 1 Sundial Circle on the Isle of PalmsA family-friendly event with games and at sunset, one can watch "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" movie. There will be a southern dinner buffet with typical Lowcountry food, such as shrimp and grits, chicken and waffles, and warm bread pudding. Nov 21, 8pmThanksgiving Golf Cart ParadePalmetto Drive at Wild Dunes Resort on the Isle of Palms The parade starts in front of the Swim Center and is organized by the Isle of Palms Fire Department. Santa Claus will also be there. Nov 22, 10:30amFall FestivalNight Heron Park Pavilion, 4000 Sea Forest Park at Kiawah IslandThis is a children event at Kamp Kiawah with games and food and live music. Nov  22, 8:30am – 4pmTurkey TrotSanctuary Beach Access, 1 Sanctuary Drive at Kiawah IslandThe annual fun run/walk on the beach! One can register at the beach at 8:30 am at the Sanctuary Beach Access. One can either walk a mile or run 3 miles on the beach. Nov 22, 9am4th annual night Heron Park Turkey Hunt at Heron Park on Kiawah IslandEveryone who wants to come shall gather and split into groups to search for Turkeys hidden in the park. Like an Easter egg hunt! Fun Fun Fun! Nov 22, 11:30am39th Annual Turkey Day Run & Gobble Wobble d' town Charleston at Marion SquareThis run starts at 10am and the run starts at 11:30am at Marion Square, goes towards Meeting St, the Battery, along King Street and back to Marion Square. There is, as every year,  an after-party with live music, free beer, and plenty of great food! There is also a run for kids which starts at 10am !  Besides all of the above, there many restaurants open which offer family activities, Thanksgiving buffets, walking in the gardens of our many plantations and even several harbor cruises are ready to tour you around the Charleston harbor. Wishing you a great Thanksgiving Day! Yes, I will be resting too but if you take that day to search for a home, check out my website at www.DefinitelyCharleston.com. Have a good one !!  Ute Appleby Real Estate/Leasing/Property Management www.DefinitelyCharleston.com UAppleby@gmail.com(843) 345-2625

                                            Ute-Lisa Appleby .."accent on real estate.."                                            News, Numbers, and Events                                                                               What's on the market today? Looking for a horse farm: there are today 35 Farms offered for sale between 250K and 7.5mio! Click on the link here to find a horse farm:   https://www.flexmls.com/share/2BYQg/Selected Looking for a log house: there are today 12 log homes offered for sale between 187K and 2 mio! Click on this link here: https://www.flexmls.com/share/2BYVh/Selected Looking for timeshare/fractional ownership: there are today 32 fractional ownerships offered for sale: https://www.flexmls.com/share/2BYXU/Selected:                                     Can you sell yourself ?! Should you?                                                                          How do you know you have qualified buyers viewing your home? + the legality and paperwork can be overwhelming if not familiar with the process + are you selling at the right price; + is the potential buyer serious + do you get enough exposure ...and many other questions and reasons to work with a professional. Pls take a moment and read the article in the following link: reasons you might reconsider selling by      owner: https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/top-10-reasons-why-for-sale-by-owners-fsbos-fail-in-real-estate/                                              Events now thru 4/2/20193/29 - 3/30 Charleston Bluegrass Festival @  Charleston Woodlands 3/30 @ 3pm Ballet Uncorked: Queen Street Playhouse 3/28 @ 7:30pm King Lear @ Threshold Repertory Theatre on Society St. For very good info on local events, check out the Charleston City Paper: www.charlestoncitypaper.com and What to do at www.lowcountryweekend.com: or follow me on Facebook! :-) Need some advice or looking to sell or buy? I am here for all of your real estate needs. Best to simply call me at 843.345.2625 or send me an email at uappleby@gmail.com Ute Appleby Real Estate/Leasing/Property Management www.DefinitelyCharleston.com UAppleby@gmail.com(843) 345-2625

Ute-Lisa Appleby .."accent on real estate.." News, Numbers, and Events Jan thru March 2019 - Market InfoJust some interesting stats: Showings per listing:      6 showings before under contractInventory:                       3.7 monthsDays on the market:      24 daysAverage price p. sqft:    $147 overall Average price p. sqft in Mt Pleasant:    $232Days on the market:                                19 Average price p. sqft D'town:                $387Days on the market:                                66 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++              Yes, we love driving our golf carts There are some rules:+ 16 years old and valid drivers license+ drive only during daylight hours+ 4 miles radius from registered residence+ DMV registration/decal+ liability insurance+ same laws apply as for all motor vehicles+ no alcohol+ ok to drive on secondary roads with speed limit of 35 mph or less+ cross over main roads only during daylight hours Events now thru 4/16/20194/13 - The Distinguished Gentlemen, WINDJAMMER 9pm4/13 - Weekend Wine Down - Deep Water Vineyard- Wadmalaw Island 10am4/13 - Charleston Outdoor Festival - James Island County Park 10am4/14 - FREE CSO concert 5pm on Daniel Island, 110 Ithecaw Creek St4/10 - 4/28 Beauty and the Beast - Dock Street Theaterand more Events at our beautiful Gaillard Center: or the North Charleston Performing Arts Center: Performing Arts Center events: Of course, there are plenty of other things to do. For very good info on local events, check out the Charleston City Paper www.Charlestoncitypaper.com or Lowcountry Weekend - events www.Lowcountryweekend.com For any real estate information about buying, selling or leasing, you can contact me anytime at 843.345.2625 or uappleby@gmail.com. And please let me know what you like to read about or get updated about. I am writing this blog for you, my customers and my current and future clients! Ute Appleby Real Estate/Leasing/Property Management www.DefinitelyCharleston.com UAppleby@gmail.com(843) 345-2625

                 Ute-Lisa Appleby .."accent on real estate.."                                          News, Numbers and Events            Close-out Neighborhoods - you might get a special deal                 contact me for information and touring of any of these neighborhoods Brickhope Plantation - Goose Creek $220-280sDeer Field Hall - Hollywood - $260sEssex at Carolina Bay - West Ashley - $350sFieldview - Summerville - $280sMagnolia at Cane Bay - Summerville - $200s Maybank Village - Johns Island - $290sMidtown - Mt. Pleasant - $600sMixson - North Charleston - $300sOak Terrace Preserve - North Charleston - $360sSaltgrass Pointe - James Island -$450sSt Thomas Preserve - Johns Island - $450sThe Oaks Marsh View - Mt. Pleasant - $700sWescott Chase - North Charleston - $200s                        ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++                      Tips for getting your pool ready: Drain pool cover, remove, clean and store.Add water to pool, if needed.Turn equipment on and test to make sure everything’s operating properly.Test pool chemistry.Brush and vacuum pool.Shock the pool and apply algaecide, if it’s a chlorine pool.Perform a safety check and evaluate pool equipment to determine if any parts need replacing.Think about converting to a salt water pool. It is less expensive than a pool with chlorine.Check out some more info: get the in-ground pool ready:https://swimuniversity.com/open-inground-pool/                  ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++                                      Events now thru 5/14/2019 5/10-5/12 Greek Festival - d'townPerforming Arts Center5/11 - Dance in Bloom - CHS Music Hall5/10 - Wanda Sykes - NCHS PAC5/12 - Spirit Line Cruise - Mothers Day Brunch5/9 - HAIR - Queen Street Playhouse - d'town Charlestonall the time: FREE TOURS by Foot: https://freetoursbyfoot.com/things-charleston-may/Of course, there are plenty of other things to do. For very good info on local events, check out the Charleston City Paper https://charlestoncitypaper.com and at Lowcountry Weekend: https://lowcountryweekend.com Searching for a home and need an experienced agent: please check my website at: https://www.DefinitelyCharleston.com                Ute-Lisa Appleby - REALTOR - 843.345.2625  Ute Appleby Real Estate/Leasing/Property Management www.DefinitelyCharleston.com UAppleby@gmail.com(843) 345-2625      AGENTOWNED REALTY PREFERRED | 824 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mount Pleasant SC 29464

Low Country Summer Happenings As the Summer heats up in the low country, now is the perfect time to check out the local happenings in the Charleston area. Two of Charleston's most notable events for the month of June are the world renown Spoleto Festival and the Piccolo Spoleto Festival. At the Spoleto Festival, you can enjoy performances in opera, theater, dance, choral and jazz music located throughout Charleston's theaters, churches, and outdoor spaces. The Piccolo Spoleto Festival showcases local talent and features performers, artists, writers musicians and filmmakers all from the Southeast. Both festivals run from May 24th-June 9th and require ticket purchase. Featured throughout the summer you will find local events such as the Charleston Farmers market, Reggae Nights and Party at the Point. The Charleston farmers market is held every Saturday in Marion Square from 8am-2pm where you will find a variety of local produce. Reggae Nights is an outdoor summer concert series at James Island county park. Concerts will be held June 7th, June 28th, July 19th and August 2nd with the gates opening at 7:30 pm. Admission is $10 per adult and children age 12 and under are free. Can't get enough live music? Party at the Point runs every Friday through July 5th at the Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina. Admission is only $8 per person. Are you looking to move closer to the action? Be sure to check out the conveniently located and affordable community of Carolina Bay situated right off Highway 17 in West Ashley. Carolina Bay currently has 47 homes on the market ranging in price from $225,000-$615,000. Contact Erin Eisele to receive more information on Carolina Bay or for any of your low country real estate needs. Erin Eisele Real Estate/Leasing/Property ManagementErin.Eisele@AgentOwnedRealty.com(843) 329-2273

                                                                    Charleston - City of Festivals                                              Charleston SC, or as we call it Chucktown or Holy City, is rich on festivals. The biggest one of all is currently running. Don't worry, you can still catch a lot of things as the festival only ends on June 9, 2019, with the Piccolo Finale at Hampton Park, a free event with music and dance and fireworks. Just bring your chairs and a picnic and enjoy! And the Spoleto Festival Finale takes this year place at Riverfront Park in North Charleston, a ticketed event to experience the music of the various bands, food, and fireworks. Prior to this festival, there were quite many including SEWEE Festival and Charleston Food & Wine Festival, and there are many events to follow throughout the year.                                                   No wonder, with all these events and festival and pretty much good weather all year round, people from all over the United States explore Charleston and many visitors stay and make it their home town. One can find homes here in all prices ranges, from $100,000  homes up to 100K to several Million. One can find neighborhoods with and without homeowners associations, and neighborhoods on the water, on a golf course, GOLF COURSE HOMES, and of course in rural areas, and in the City. And so, it is important to work with a local agent, one who is involved in the community and has sold homes in many different areas and price ranges. One who will advise you where best to live after she has studied your wishlist and worked with you to find the right home. Work with an agent who is involved in the community does volunteer work and has diverse interest and hobbies and not just real estate. Work with someone who understands today's technology in the real estate market, one who has kept up with continuous education and thrives to learn every day from fellow agents and their experiences. Ute Appleby Real Estate/Leasing/Property Management www.DefinitelyCharleston.com UAppleby@gmail.com(843) 345-2625      AGENTOWNED REALTY PREFERRED | 824 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mount Pleasant SC 29464

Summer on IOP One of the many perks of Mount Pleasant living is the proximity to the beach and coastal community the Isle of Palms. Besides the seemingly endless miles of white sandy beaches, "IOP" offers numerous summer activity and events providing fun for the entire family. Here are a few of the happenings that will be taking place in July and August. Celebrate America's Birthday with the Isle of Palms 4th of July Fireworks on Thursday, July 4th at Front Beach IOP. The firework show will begin after dark. Please note individual fireworks are prohibited. The Isle of Palms 2019 Beach run will take place on Saturday, July 27th. The 10k and 5k Run/Walk begin at 8 am and is followed by the Youth Run at 9:00 am. Registration and packet pick up are Friday, July 26th 4:30pm-6: 30 pm at the Windjammer 1008 Ocean Blvd. Registration is $30 for the run and $10 for the youth run. If you are looking to play a little baseball this summer, then grab your buddies for the 21st Annual Half Rubber Tournament Saturday, August 17th. You must register in teams of three or four, and registration is $25 per person. Players must be age 16 and up. Games begin at 8:00 am, and prizes are awarded to 1st and 2nd place. Ready to own a home closer to the beach? Many of Mount Pleasants most sought after neighborhoods are just minutes away from the IOP connector. Brickyard Plantation, Seaside Farms and Snee Farm are just a few of the more established neighborhoods offering high-end amenities. Whether you are searching for that perfect home on the beach or a family friendly community in Mount Pleasant, contact Erin Eisele for all of your real estate needs. Erin Eisele Real Estate/Leasing/Property ManagementErin.Eisele@AgentOwnedRealty.com(843) 329-2273

Arriving on King Street Sunday morning to help the crowds clean up was devastating. It nearly brought me to tears to see how the Riots from the night before had destroyed our Beloved City. It seemed senseless to see all the smashed in business' windows and hear about stolen ATMs and Cash Registers. The Owner of John King told me his entire bar was stolen, and the cash register ripped out of the counter, as he showed me one of the bricks that the Looters had thrown through his window. The Apple store was wiped clean with the alarm still sounding as we walked by the completely smashed window. What I saw next was a vision of unity, though. Hundreds of locals came out to clean up, board up, and get King Street back together before the 6 PM curfew. It was a beautiful sight after something so tragic.                  Just shortly after recovering from COVID-19, some of my favorite businesses were greatly affected, including Halls Chophouse, which we were just at the evening before. Basil, Juanita Greenberg's, Stars, and Republic were other places I frequent that were hit. I will keep you all posted as these businesses open back up. In the meantime, let's pray for Charleston and every affected city, that the violence will come to an end.