🌴 Charleston’s top brunch crew goes pizza

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Happy Friday morning, Charleston! On this day in history, my beautiful wife, Kim, was born. I will not be so clueless as to announce to thousands of Charlestonians when that was. Happy birthday, Kim 🎂!

Last call means last call.

This is me closing the tab, turning off the lights, and walking away.
Survey takes ~2 minutes. Then I’m done asking forever.

Congrats to Mariel F. of Johns Island who guessed correctly in last week’s “Where Are We?” I was on the east side of Colonial Lake looking at The Jasper.

BTW, Mariel is quite the entrepreneur and one of Charleston’s best bookkeepers. Check out her company, FM Bookkeeping, if you’re in the market.

I’m thinking of changing the publishing day to Thursday so y’all can get a jump on planning your weekends. Weigh in! 👇🏼👇🏼

CHS Happenings Dinner Club: SOLD OUT.

We capped the first one at 90 seats (next Wednesday, June 28, French Quarter). The response has been unreal.

Missed it? More dinners coming, starting next month—new neighborhood, new spots. Stay tuned.

And if you’re around after dinner:
I’ll be at the downstairs bar at Henry’s On The Market around 8:30. School night or not—come say hey.

Friday 65° / 44° ☁️ 💧15%

Saturday 48° / 36° ☁️ 💧24%

Sunday 53° / 43° 🌧️ 💧32%

Tai Chi | 9 - 10 AM | Daniel Island Library | Join free Tai Chi at the Library, an ancient form of exercise for all ages using slow, smooth body movements.

Charleston Boat Show 2026 | 10 - 11 AM | North Charleston Coliseum | Boats of all sizes, marine gear, local vendors, and peak Lowcountry boating vibes—all under one roof. All weekend long.

Nature Rx: Forest Bathing Fridays | 10 AM - 12 PM | Caw Caw Interpretive Center, Ravenel | Join a naturalist for some ecotherapy in a county park. Warning: potential side effects may include improved mood, improved circulation, interest in something new, and spontaneous euphoria.

Families In The Kitchen | 5:30 - 7:30 PM | Young Chefs Academy of Charleston SC, 729 Long Point Road Suite 102, Mount Pleasant | The kitchen is the heart of the home where memories are made and conversations flow.

SC Stingrays vs. Atlanta Gladiators I 7:05 PM | North Charleston Coliseum | Country Night brings southern flair to the Coliseum with country music and themed entertainment.

74th Camellia Flower Show I 7 AM | Magnolia Plantation, West Ashley | Celebrate the Lowcountry’s winter blooms at the 74th Camellia Flower Show at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, featuring hundreds of camellia blossoms, expert growers, and a camellia plant sale.

Bonsai Class & Live Music | 12 - 2 PM | Firefly Distillery, North Charleston | Get your hands in the soil and start your bonsai journey at Firefly Distillery with a guided, hands-on workshop.

Charleston Cougars vs. Elon Phoenix | 5 PM I TD Arena, Downtown I Cheer on the Cougars as College of Charleston hosts Elon at TD Arena this Saturday at 5 p.m., with CAA stakes high and the home crowd ready to get loud.

Sense and Sensibility I 7:30 PM | The Historic Dock Street Theatre, Downtown | A witty, fast-paced stage adaptation of Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility brings the Dashwood sisters’ romantic adventures to life at Charleston Stage’s historic Dock Street Theatre.

2nd Annual Charleston Comedy Week | 8 PM I Charleston Music Hall, Downtown | Kicks off Saturday, January 24 with stand-up from Pete Holmes at 8 p.m., launching a week of top-tier comedy in the heart of downtown.

Whitney Houston Tribute Drag Brunch | 12 - 3 PM | Bar Polari, North Charleston | Get ready to slay and sing along at the Whitney Houston Tribute Drag Brunch-fierce looks and iconic hits!

Barks & Bushels Oyster Roast & Adoption Event in Park Circle | 1 - 4 PM I Park Circle | Come chow oysters, meet furry friends, and maybe find your new best buddy at Park Circle's Barks & Bushels!

Charleston Jazz Academy Community Jazz Jam | 5 - 6:30 PM | Charleston Jazz Academy, North Charleston | The Charleston Jazz Jam Session is a monthly session open to musicians of all ages.

DOOZY - A Night of Improvised Scenes I 7:30 PM | Theatre 99, Downtown | DOOZY brings master improvisers Dan O’Connor, Edi Patterson, Brandy Sullivan, and Greg Tavares to Theatre 99 for a one-night-only whirlwind of completely unscripted, audience-fueled scenes and big laughs.

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A new pizza player is moving into Mount Pleasant — and it’s coming from a familiar Charleston name. Brooklyn-style pies, wood-fired energy, neighborhood ambitions. Jimmy Rosso is heating up Brickyard. Here’s why locals are already buzzing.

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Get glam for a cause at the We Heart Charleston Fashion Show Benefit on February 7 at Trinity Hall. Expect a high-energy runway show featuring local designers, cocktails, curated vendors, and a stylish crowd — all while raising funds for the American Heart Association. Fashion with heart, literally.

Fire up your taste buds at the Chili Cookoff Fundraiser supporting the Charleston Outlaws Rugby Club. Saturday, February 7 at Container Bar in Mount Pleasant. Bring your best chili or come hungry to judge. As a former rugby player myself, I’m contractually obligated to support spicy food, organized chaos, and a good cause.

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6 PM – Henry’s Pocket  | Charleston Pour House (Deck Stage) | Members of the Marcus King Band jam on the deck; doors at 5 PM.

6 PM – Zach Quillen  | Henry’s On The Market (Anson Lounge) | Singer‑songwriter set from 6–9 PM.

7 PM – Barrel Proof – A Night of Original Jazz  | Forte Jazz Lounge | Brett Belanger, Arshak Sirunyan, Ron Wiltrout and Robert Lewis perform original jazz compositions (first show 7 PM; second at 9:30 PM).

7:30 PM – Cirque Musica: Heroes & Villains  | Charleston Gaillard Center | The Charleston Symphony teams with Cirque Musica for a show fusing heroic music and acrobatics.

9 PM – Tom Hamilton w/ OMIWIMO  | Charleston Pour House (Main Stage) | Guitarist Tom Hamilton leads a jam‑rock set; doors 8 PM.

9 PM – Local Nomad w/ Maraluso + The Fiori  | The Royal American | Indie‑pop band Local Nomad plays with support from Maraluso & The Fiori; doors 9 PM.

9 PM – ENTRYWAY of SC Party & Awards  | The Windjammer | High Society covers 1990s‑2000s hip‑hop and R&B at this 21+ party; doors 9 PM.

10 PM – Lola Grace Trio  | Henry’s On The Market (Whiskey Room) | Late‑night jazz/variety trio.

11 AM – Saturday Brunch w/ Krystal Halvorson  | Prohibition | Singer‑songwriter performs acoustic brunch music.

2 PM – Evelyn Ivory – Afternoon Set  | Henry’s On The Market (Patio) | Soulful singer performs outside 2 – 5 PM.

6 PM – Low Water Bridge Band  | Charleston Pour House (Deck Stage) | Americana storytellers from Virginia take the deck stage; doors 5 PM.

9 PM – Bears Gone Phishin’  | Charleston Pour House (Main Stage) | Jam‑tribute band fusing Grateful Dead, Phish and Widespread Panic influences.

9 PM – Weekend Friend w/ Oceanic + Camisole  | The Royal American | Alt‑rock band Weekend Friend headlines with support from Oceanic and Camisole; doors 9 PM.

10 PM – Market Street Cowboy Band  | Henry’s On The Market (Music Hall) | Country/Top‑40 band plays 10 PM – 1 AM.

11 AM – Sunday Brunch w/ New Ghost Town  | Prohibition | Bluegrass band New Ghost Town plays brunch sets 11 AM – 2 PM.

1:30 PM – Motown Throwdown  | Charleston Pour House (Deck Stage) | Sunday Funday dance party with classic funk and Motown; runs 1:30 PM – 5 PM; $5 cover.

2 PM – Joe Fisher (Patio Set)  | Henry’s On The Market (Patio) | Joe Fisher performs acoustic tunes 2 – 5 PM.

4:30 PM – Strat Cat and Friends  | Chico Feo | Free, all‑ages jam session on the Folly Beach patio; 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

8:30 PM – Sam Lewis w/ Whitney Hanna  | Charleston Pour House (Main Stage) | Americana singer‑songwriter Sam Lewis headlines with Whitney Hanna.

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