Lender Matchmaking Event for Small Business

Bastin Hall 79 Hagood Avenue, Charleston, SC, United States

The City of Charleston, in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), invites local entrepreneurs and small business owners to attend a free Lender Matchmaking event to connect one-on-one with a variety of lending institutions and small business resource providers. WHO: City of Charleston, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), local lenders, resource partners, and Charleston-area…

Love Supreme on Kiawah

West Beach Conference Center 2 Shipwatch Rd, Charleston, SC

Back by popular demand! The Charleston Jazz Orchestra is thrilled to return to Kiawah Island with Love Supreme — a dazzling musical journey through the sounds of Motown, Swing, Bossa Nova, and Big Band. This entertaining concert will take place at the West Beach Conference Center on Sunday, August 17 at 7:30 PM. Enjoy a soulful, high-energy performance featuring Charleston’s own…

Powered by Purpose Conference 2025

Charleston County Community Development and Revitalization, in partnership with South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED) and Increasing H.O.P.E., will host the Powered by Purpose Conference on Tuesday, August 19 and Wednesday, August 20. The free-to-attend conference is designed to strengthen and support Charleston County’s nonprofit sector by offering resources, connections, and capacity-building strategies tailored to local…

Lowcountry Manufacturers Council Annual Meeting and Dinner

Trident Technical College 7000 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC, United States

The Lowcountry Manufacturers Council (LMC) Annual Meeting & Dinner features remarks from SCMA and LMC leadership, recognition of area manufacturers, and a keynote presentation from Matt Needy, vice president of the Charleston Operations for Newport News Shipbuilding. Guests include manufacturers, business executives, and community leaders. Please join us as we celebrate manufacturing with the state's…

Art of Jazz Concert with Bob Lanzetti

The Gibbes Museum 135 Meeting St., Charleston, SC

The final concert in the 2025 Art of Jazz Series showcases acclaimed guitarist Bob Lanzetti, a Charleston-based musician best known for his work with the GRAMMY-winning jazz/funk collective Snarky Puppy. With a global performance resume and a unique talent for composition—including an original score for the silent film Nosferatu—Bob brings both creativity and depth to the stage. He is…

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Public Meeting on West Ashley City Office Buildings

Founders Hall at Charles Towne Landing 1500 Old Towne Rd., Charleston, SC

The City of Charleston will hold a public meeting to present preliminary information and gather feedback on the proposed site for new city office buildings at 1660 and 1662 Ingram Road in West Ashley. Residents will be able to review initial concepts, ask questions, and share input on design priorities and community needs. The event…

Yappy Hour

James Island County Park 871 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC

Live music, drinks, and off-leash furry friends at Yappy Hour August 28 Wrap up the summer with your favorite drinks and your furry friends! Dogs and their owners are invited to James Island County Park on Thursday, August 28 for Yappy Hour: an afternoon full of live music, cold beverages, and fun! Yappy Hour will…

Nature at Work Lowcountry Launch & Learn

SC Aquarium Boeing Learning Lab at the Charleston Maritime Center 10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC

Join us for the Lowcountry Launch of Nature at Work at the SC Aquarium’s beautiful Boeing Learning Lab at the Charleston Maritime Center. Hosted by Founding Member the South Carolina Aquarium, this waterfront event will spotlight “Blue Mind” science and how water-centered environments support calm, creativity, and connection in the workplace. Hear highlights from Founding…

Summerville Artisan & Flea Market 2025

Nexton Elementary School 200 Scholar Way, Summerville, SC

Empowering Small Businesses & Building Community Connections RYP Unlimited L.L.C. announced the return of the Summerville Artisan & Flea Market, a vibrant outdoor event dedicated to supporting local small businesses and strengthening community ties. The next market will be held at Nexton Elementary School on Saturday, September 13 starting at 9:00 a.m. Event Details: Admission:…

15th Annual Business and Community Expo

Omar Shrine 176 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant, SC

Please join us for our 15th annual Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce Business and Community Expo, driven by Crews Subaru and scheduled for Thursday, September 18, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., at the Omar Shrine Convention Center. The Expo is designed to be both fun and educational, with interactive exhibitor booths that offer…