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Dear friends,
Whether or not you attend school, work in a school, or have school-aged children, September will always feel like the start of the "school year." For most of us, that means re-energized daily routines (and adjusting to avoid morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up traffic).
It also means the start of the fall events calendar in Charleston. Between all that is happening and the promise of cooler temperatures to come, fall is hands-down my favorite season. I hope you are as excited as I am to welcome September.
Leize Gaillard
William Means Real Estate
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Walk to school: Homes near your favorite school
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Walking or riding a bike to school was a big part of growing up in downtown Charleston. I knew the quickest routes, names of the crossing guards, and which streets to take with the prettiest views, fewest potholes, and sweetest dogs in the yard just waiting for a pet.
Despite Charleston's growth, there are still many families who depend on two wheels or two feet to get to school each day. If that's you (or you wish it was you!), check out my picks for homes within a short walk of some of the area's favorite elementary schools:
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Walk to:
Charleston Day School |
Downtown Below Calhoun
Private, Co-ed, 1-8
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Walk to:
Ashley Hall School |
Downtown Above Calhoun
Private, Girls only, K-12
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Walk to:
St. Andrews Math & Science |
West Ashley, S Windermere
Public, Co-ed, K-5
(location under renovation, set to re-open in 2016)
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Walk to:
Mt Pleasant Academy |
Public, Co-ed, PK-5
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Walk to:
Porter-Gaud School |
Private, Co-ed, K-12
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Looking for a home within walking distance of your favorite Charleston-area school?
I am happy to run a custom search for you.
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Charleston Restaurant Week: September 9-20, 2015
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| | Charleston Restaurant Week runs from September 9-20, 2015. Click to view the full list of participating restaurants. |
Have some Charleston restaurants on your "want to try" list? It's hard not to, given the surge in new restaurants in the last few years. There is no better excuse to get out and sample the city's culinary offerings as Charleston Restaurant Week.
There are literally dozens of restaurants participating, each offering a prix-fixe menu of some of their best known and most popular dishes. The list of restaurants is a bit overwhelming, so to help you choose where to go, here are my picks:
Best for a Casual Night Out:
Five Loaves may be best known for its soup, salad, and sandwiches, but they'll be whipping up some special plates for Restaurant week. With three locations, you won't have to travel far to find the one closest to you.
Best for a Dinner with Friends:
Lively atmosphere and a menu that is both crowd-pleasing and innovative make this one of my favorite places to go with a group.
Best for Going Old-School:
With all the new restaurants in town, it's easy to forget about the old-stand-by's that were here long before Charleston became a food-destination. If you are looking for a classic Charleston dining experience, Magnolia's (opened in 1990) is a great bet.
Best for a Business Lunch:
Easy parking and quiet lunch scene make this a great spot to talk business over a fresh, southern-inspired lunch. On a cooler day, the back patio is particularly nice for dining al fresco.
Best for Discerning Palates:
The most memorable restaurant meal I have had in recent years easily was one at Zero George, the restaurant affiliated with the boutique hotel of the same name. Picturesque setting, inventive menu, perfectly prepared dishes, and artistic presentation... you can't ask for much more for a special night out. The prices are steep, so come prepared and savor the experience!
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As many of you know, I volunteer some of my time as a Board Member for two local arts organizations, Society 1858 for the Gibbes Museum of Art and Enough Pie. While there are dozens of events happening in Charleston this month, these two organizations are hosting some that are highest on the can't-miss list. Check out what's on the calendar this month:
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Society 1858's September Calendar
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Thursday, September 17: 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art Unveiling Party
Thursday, September 17, 6pm - $25 Society 1858 Members, $35 Non-Member
Thursday, September 17: Dinner (3-courses with wine pairings) with the 2015 winner of 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art - 7:30 PM - $100 Society 1858 Members, $135 Non-Members (includes entry to the 6 pm unveiling party)
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Enough Pie's September Calendar
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Saturday, Sept 5: DAYS OF GRACE with Black Lives Matter - 9am March, Wragg Square (meet at 8:30am for sign making) - FREE
Saturday, Sept 12: PLAYUP (play streets for kids), Maple Street - 12-4pm @ Maple Street (off King Street / dead end at I-26) - FREE
Friday, Sept 18: Mayoral Forum on Race Equity - 5-9pm / Voter Registration; 6:30-8pm / Mayoral Forum - Burke High School, 244 President Street - FREE
Saturday, Sept 19: COMMUNITY PIZZA PARTY & PLAYUP - 4-7pm @ Romney Street Urban Garden - Hosts: Enough Pie, Historic Foundation of Charleston, North Central Neighborhood Association, New Israel Reformed Episcopal Church - FREE
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