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SUMMARY:City of Charleston hosts public engagement meeting on preliminary design ideas for WL Stephens Aquatic Center
DESCRIPTION:The City of Charleston will host a public engagement meeting to gather community feedback on design ideas for the WL Stephens Aquatic Center facility improvements. \nWHAT: \nPublic meeting to share and discuss preliminary design ideas for upgrades to the WL Stephens Aquatic Center. Attendees will hear from city officials and the design team and will have opportunities to engage and provide input. \nWHO: \nCity of Charleston\, LS3P\, Seamon Whiteside \nWHEN: \nWednesday\, October 22\, 2025 | 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. \nWHERE: \nWL Stephens Aquatic Center Parkhouse\, 780 West Oak Forest Drive (RSVP here).
URL:https://whosonthemove.com/event/city-of-charleston-hosts-public-engagement-meeting-on-preliminary-design-ideas-for-wl-stephens-aquatic-center/
LOCATION:WL Stephens Aquatic Center Parkhouse\, 780 West Oak Forest Drive\, WL Stephens Aquatic Center Parkhouse\, 780 West Oak Forest Drive\, Charleston\, SC\, 29424\, United States
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SUMMARY:Public Meeting on West Ashley City Office Buildings
DESCRIPTION: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 is free to attend\, and registration is strongly encouraged. Please RSVP via Eventbrite link. \nWhen:\nMonday\, Aug. 25\, 2025\, 5:30–6:30 p.m. \nWhere:\nFounders Hall\, 1500 Old Towne Rd.\, Charleston\, SC 29407. \nBackground: \nWest Ashley is the city’s largest residential area. Locating new administrative offices there is intended to bring services closer to residents and reduce cross-town commuting for many city employees who live in West Ashley. Plans call for a state-of-the-art facility that will house key departments and be designed to serve the community for the long term. Projects within the West Ashley tax increment financing (TIF) district\, including this site\, undergo staff-level design review. To ensure robust public input\, the City is hosting this meeting and will offer additional opportunities for feedback as the project advances. \nHow to participate if you can’t attend:\nThe city will send out meeting materials to those who register via the Eventbrite link. More information will be provided at charleston-sc.gov.
URL:https://whosonthemove.com/event/public-meeting-on-west-ashley-city-office-buildings/
LOCATION:Founders Hall at Charles Towne Landing\, 1500 Old Towne Rd.\, Charleston\, SC\, 29407
CATEGORIES:Charleston, SC
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SUMMARY:Are You Ready to Borrow?
DESCRIPTION:The City of Charleston is hosting a free virtual workshop\, “Are You Ready to Borrow?” scheduled for Tuesday\, July 8\, 2025\, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. This workshop is designed to equip small business owners with the essential knowledge needed to successfully access capital. Participants will learn how to navigate the borrowing process and prepare for productive conversations with financial institutions. \nThe session will also serve as a key preparatory step for the upcoming Lender Matchmaking Event on August 8\, 2025\, where business owners will have the opportunity to connect directly with potential lenders. \nTopics will include: \n\nOrganizing financial documents\nUnderstanding different types of business loans\nPresenting a compelling case to lenders\n\nAttendees will gain valuable insights into what lenders look for and how to strengthen their loan applications. \nTo register for the workshop or learn more\, please visit the Small Business Workshops page:  https://www.charleston-sc.gov/2489/Small-Business-Workshops \nAdditional questions can be directed to Sarita Blackshear\, Business Services Manager\, at blackshearS@charleston-sc.gov
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SUMMARY:City of Charleston to host open house on Lowcountry Lowline Project
DESCRIPTION:Public invited to preview designs for transformational bike and pedestrian path \nThe City of Charleston will host a public open house on Thursday\, April 24 to share updates and gather feedback on the Lowcountry Lowline\, a 1.7-mile pedestrian and bicycle greenway that will run along the spine of the Charleston peninsula. The event follows City Council’s recent approval of a $1.1 million design-build contract\, officially launching the first phase of construction. \nWHO:         City of Charleston\nEdifice Construction\nDesignWorks\nForsberg Engineering\nRDE\nStitch Design Co. \nWHAT:       Community Open House on the Lowcountry Lowline Project \nWHEN:      Thursday\, April 24\, 2024 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. \nWHERE:    Palmetto Brewing Company\n289 Huger Street\, Charleston\, SC\nEvent space generously provided by Palmetto Brewing Company \nBACKGROUND: \nThe Lowcountry Lowline is a visionary linear park that will reclaim a former rail corridor beneath I-26\, creating a dedicated 12-foot-wide bike trail and 10-foot-wide walkway separated by a landscaped median. The first phase will extend from Mount Pleasant Street to Line Street\, with future phases aiming to connect to Marion Square. Mid-block crossings\, neighborhood street connections\, and future revenue-generating parking lots are also included in the project scope. \nThis open house is an opportunity for community members to engage with the project team\, preview early designs\, and learn more about how the Lowline will improve mobility\, connectivity\, and public space across the peninsula. \n 
URL:https://whosonthemove.com/event/city-of-charleston-to-host-open-house-on-lowcountry-lowline-project/
LOCATION:Palmetto Brewing Company\, 289 Huger Street\, Charleston\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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SUMMARY:City of Charleston announces 2025 Small Business Opportunity Expo
DESCRIPTION:The City of Charleston announced the highly anticipated Small Business Opportunity Expo is returning this year. This year’s event promises to unite industry leaders\, innovators\, and creatives from across the city\, spotlighting underrepresented\, disadvantaged\, veteran\, minority\, and women-owned businesses. The Small Business Opportunity Expo 2025 will be held at The Gaillard Center in Charleston\, SC\, on Tuesday\, April 1st from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Registration is required to attend. Interested individuals can sign up at this link. \nThe Expo will feature a range of exhibits\, hands-on demonstrations\, and engaging presentations designed to spark conversation and foster collaboration. Attendees can participate in free workshops covering access to capital\, legal basics\, and more. Presentations by successful business owners\, government agencies\, and municipal partners will also be available. \n“Building on the success of last year\, we’re thrilled to offer this free expo again\, providing small businesses with valuable resources to help them thrive in 2025\,” said Ruth Jordan\, Minority and Women-Owned Business Development Manager. “The Small Business Opportunity Expo is designed to connect entrepreneurs with essential tools\, funding options\, and expert guidance to fuel their growth. If you’re looking to expand and elevate your business in 2025\, this is the perfect opportunity to get started and make meaningful connections!”
URL:https://whosonthemove.com/event/city-of-charleston-announces-2025-small-business-opportunity-expo/
LOCATION:Gaillard Center\, 95 Calhoun St.\, Charleston\, SC\, 29401
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SUMMARY:CITY OF CHARLESTON HOSTS 3rd ANNUAL OPEN DATA DAY TO REINFORCE COMMITMENT TO AN OPEN AND TRANSPARENT GOVERNMENT
DESCRIPTION:The City of Charleston is hosting an event to demonstrate how public data informs decision-making and to teach residents how to use our tools and data for their own projects. This will be a virtual event from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday\, June 28th. \nThe event will include tutorials on how to access city data\, show projects that address key city priorities\, and share frequently requested data from residents. Various speakers from across the city will give tips and best practices for data collection and use. \nIn January 2021\, Charleston City Council adopted an open data policy to reinforce our commitment to an open and transparent government. Since then\, the city’s Open Data Management team has been annually updating a city data inventory and publishing datasets to the city open data portal.  Not all datasets are published\, but the team is actively working to publish all datasets that do not contain sensitive or protected information. \nTo register for the virtual event and to see the full schedule\, visit: https://www.charleston-sc.gov/open-data-day \nThe webinar link is here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81109103792?pwd=0qdrnHhNZz9t2y04XabojXLRwo7KXf.1 \n 
URL:https://whosonthemove.com/event/city-of-charleston-hosts-3rd-annual-open-data-day-to-reinforce-commitment-to-an-open-and-transparent-government/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T073000
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SUMMARY:COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR IS BACK! JOIN MAYOR COGSWELL ON JOHNS ISLAND FOR COFFEE AND CONVERSATION JUNE 27TH
DESCRIPTION:Mayor Cogswell is bringing back Coffee with the Mayor to engage with residents across the city. The first event will be on Johns Island at Gold Star Coffee\, 3293 Maybank Hwy\, Suite 205\, on Thursday\, June 27th from 7:30-8:30 a.m. \nThe goal of these events is to give residents the opportunity to directly discuss their concerns\, ideas\, and suggestions with Mayor Cogswell. Upon arrival\, residents will sign up and be called one at a time to speak with the Mayor about their chosen topics. Each person will be given the same amount of time\, ensuring that every participant’s voice is heard. \nMayor Cogswell believes that hearing from residents is the most effective way to receive feedback on how the city is working from the people who matter most. Coffee with the Mayor is just a small part of Mayor Cogswell’s broader effort to provide transparency within the municipality and promote civic engagement. \nFuture Coffee with the Mayor events will be scheduled in different parts of the city to ensure that all areas of Charleston are represented. Keep an eye out on the City’s website\, newsletter\, and social media channels for updates about upcoming dates and locations. \nJoin Mayor Cogswell at Gold Star Coffee and be a part of the conversation that is shaping the future of our Charleston.
URL:https://whosonthemove.com/event/coffee-with-the-mayor-is-back-join-mayor-cogswell-on-johns-island-for-coffee-and-conversation-june-27th/
LOCATION:Gold Star Coffee\, 3293 Maybank Hwy\, Suite 205\, Johns Island\, SC\, 29455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charleston, SC
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SUMMARY:CITY OF CHARLESTON ANNOUNCES JUNETEENTH BLOCK PARTY ON KING STREET TO CELEBRATE MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the announcement of the MOJA Arts Festival’s 40th Anniversary season\, the City of Charleston’s Community Services Section is hosting a family-friendly block party on Wednesday\, June 19th from 6:00-9:00 pm on King & Ann Streets Downtown. \nJuneteenth on King will feature outdoor dining\, live music\, dancing\, and artisan and crafts vendors. The festive celebration will have a music stage on Ann Street near the Visitor’s Center garage\, hosting performers like The Legacy of Motown Band and Deninufay African Drum and Dance. \nMOJA Arts Festival Artistic Director\, Charlton Singleton\, commented\, “The MOJA Arts Festival team has been working around the clock to curate one of our most ambitious Festivals to date. We invite everyone to our Juneteenth on King Block Party on June 19th as we celebrate and announce some of our main events for this historic 40th Anniversary of the MOJA Arts Festival!” \nThis block party will kick off the 40th Anniversary season of the MOJA Arts Festival\, a celebration of African American and Caribbean arts. More information on this year’s MOJA Arts Festival line-up will be announced on Tuesday\, June 18. The 2024 MOJA Arts Festival runs September 26 to October 6 in Charleston\, SC. \nParking Information:   \n\nVisitor’s Center Garage located adjacent to this area of Upper King Street at (63 Mary Street).\nMidtown (558 King Street) and Marion Square (399 King Street) garages.\n\nFor more information\, visit https://www.charleston-sc.gov/streetevents.
URL:https://whosonthemove.com/event/city-of-charleston-announces-juneteenth-block-party-on-king-street-to-celebrate-moja-arts-festivals-40th-anniversary-season/
LOCATION:King Street\, King Street\, Charleston\, SC\, 29401
CATEGORIES:Charleston, SC
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SUMMARY:City of Charleston staff and officials invite residents to participate in Westside neighborhood cleanup
DESCRIPTION:City staff from the Division of Business and Neighborhood Services\, Keep Charleston Beautiful\, Livability\, Public Service\, Charleston Fire Department\, Charleston Police Department\, and the Mayor’s Office will gather with residents in the Westside neighborhood to collect litter. The event will take place at 201 President Street on Saturday\, May 18th from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. \nThis event is part of Operation Neighborhood\, the Division of Business & Neighborhood Service’s program that seeks to engage City staff and residents during scheduled quarterly neighborhood clean-up events. \n“Operation Neighborhood is a great opportunity to not only give back to the community\, but also for City staff to spend time with residents\,” said Mayor William Cogswell. “I look forward to seeing all of you on Saturday and working together to keep Charleston beautiful.” \nAttendees will meet at Harmon Field at 201 President Street at 8:30 a.m. to divide up into groups to collect litter at the corner of Line and President Streets. According to the needs of the neighborhood\, City staff may also remove bulk trash\, clear vegetation in drainage ditches\, and plant trees. \nFor more information and to RSVP for the event\, click HERE. \n 
URL:https://whosonthemove.com/event/city-of-charleston-staff-and-officials-invite-residents-to-participate-in-westside-neighborhood-cleanup/
LOCATION:201 Presidents Street\, 201 Presidents Street\, Charleston\, SC\, 29403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charleston, SC
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SUMMARY:CITY OF CHARLESTON TO HOST FREE SMALL BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY EXPO
DESCRIPTION:The City of Charleston’s Business Services will host the 2024 Small Business Opportunity Expo on Thursday\, March 28th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Gaillard Center at 95 Calhoun Street\, Charleston\, SC 29401. Registration is required for this free event. \nThe event is for organizations and municipal partners to showcase their services\, contractual needs and upcoming opportunities to small businesses with a particular focus on outreach to under-represented\, disadvantaged\, veteran\, minority and women-owned businesses. Free workshops on marketing\, access to capital\, legal basics and more\, as well as presentations by successful business owners\, government agencies and municipal partners will be available to attendees. \n“Last year was such a success and we are pleased to bring this free\, informative expo back to help exceptional small businesses access valuable resources\,” said Ruth Jordan\, minority and women-owned business enterprise manager for the city of Charleston. “If you are looking for more in ‘24’ to grow your business this is the Expo to attend!” \nThis year’s attendees and exhibitors include Charleston Mayor William S. Cogswell\, Jr.\, city leaders\, municipal partners\, nonprofit resource partners and local business owners. \nThere will be morning and afternoon small business workshops\, such as: “Cutting the Red Tape to get the Money: Access to Capital\,” which will cover where to start when you need access to capital and the benefits of pre- and post-loan consulting to cut through the red tape; “Legal Basics for Small Businesses”; and a bi-lingual session specifically addressing Hispanic businesses called “Legal Basics for Hispanic Businesses.” Both legal basics workshops will address registering businesses\, obtaining necessary permits and licenses\, and understanding tax obligations and a Digital Marketing workshop to help businesses find effective ways to grow their businesses. All workshops are free and on a first come\, first served basis. \nRegistration is required and now open at https://charleston-sc.gov/smallbizexpo for this free event.
URL:https://whosonthemove.com/event/city-of-charleston-to-host-free-small-business-opportunity-expo/
LOCATION:Gaillard Center\, 95 Calhoun St.\, Charleston\, SC\, 29401
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SUMMARY:City of Charleston Business Services Division to Host Annual Lender Matchmaking Event
DESCRIPTION:The city of Charleston Business Services Division\, in partnership with the Small Business Administration (SBA) and Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC)\, will host its annual Lender Matchmaking Event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday\, August 4\, 2023 in the Citadel’s new Bastin Hall\, located at 79 Hagood Avenue. \nDuring the free event\, “lender ready” entrepreneurs and business owners will have the opportunity to connect with lenders and resource partners one-on-one to discuss borrowing options. To make the most of this opportunity\, attendees are encouraged to bring copies of their business plans and financial statements. \nWith a group of 15 unique lenders scheduled to attend\, including local community development financial institutions like the CLIMB Fund and CommunityWorks\, attendees will have the opportunity to pitch their request to multiple lenders. \nRuth Jordan\, Minority & Women-Owned Business Enterprise Manager for the City of Charleston\, said\, “Access to capital is one of the most common barriers to success for small and minority-owned businesses. That’s why we’re so proud to host this event each year – alongside our terrific partners – to help address that challenge right here in our community.” \n William Furman\, Senior Area Manager for the Small Business Administration’s SC District Office\, said\, “The Small Business Administration is pleased to work with our partners to bring this unique event to Charleston to help small businesses address their borrowing needs by giving them the chance to meet with multiple lenders at one place and time.” \nIn addition to lenders\, resource partner organizations including SCORE\, South Carolina Small Business Development Center\, the Internal Revenue Service and others will be present to provide technical assistance. Light refreshments and lunch will also be provided. \nWhile this event is free\, registration is required to attend. To register\, please visit chslendermatchmaking.eventbrite.com \n 
URL:https://whosonthemove.com/event/city-of-charleston-business-services-division-to-host-annual-lender-matchmaking-event/
LOCATION:Bastin Hall\, 79 Hagood Avenue\, Charleston\, SC\, 29403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charleston, SC
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SUMMARY:City of Charleston’s 2023 Small Business Opportunity Expo
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the City of Charleston’s 2023 Small Business Opportunity Expo\, which will take place on Thursday\, March 31\, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Charleston Gaillard Center. \nThe purpose of the expo is for organizations and municipal partners to showcase their services\, contractual needs\, and upcoming opportunities to small businesses – with a particular focus on outreach to minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs)\, such as Latinx and veteran-owned businesses. \nThis year’s Small Business Opportunity Expo will feature: \n\n40+ exhibitors\n“Let’s Do Business” presentations on procurement and contracting opportunities with City of Charleston’s Procurement\, Capital Projects\, Parks\, and Stormwater Departments as well as the City of North Charleston and Charleston County\nTable Talk\, a moderated discussion with Mayor John J. Tecklenburg and local business owners\, plus presentations of MWBEs Spotlights and Black-owned Micro-Business Opportunity Grant recipients\nSmall Business Workshops including: Federal Contracting for Veterans\, Chats to Contracts\, Access to Capital\, Marketing: New Reality of Growing & Expanding Your Business\, Legal Basics for Latinx Businesses\, and more\n\nThis event is free to attend\, but registration is required. \nTo register and learn more about the expo\, go to: https://www.accelevents.com/e/smallbizexpo.
URL:https://whosonthemove.com/event/city-of-charlestons-2023-small-business-opportunity-expo/
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