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Happy 4th of July!

Charleston can never be mistaken as a city that does not value patriotism. Rich in culture and proud of its history, the Charleston area provides numerous opportunities to celebrate the 236th anniversary of our nation’s independence with fun, food, and fireworks. During the day on the 4th, relish in the fact that it is a [...]

Marion Square Farmers Market

Every Saturday morning, Marion Square comes to life as both locals and tourists gather to buy fresh produce or local art, eat breakfast or brunch, listen to live entertainment, or simply walk around and enjoy the ambiance. Located between King and Meeting Streets at the edge of Calhoun Street, Marion Square has long been the [...]

How to Engage Your Child’s Reading and Writing Skills This Summer

Encouraging  your child to actively participate in reading and writing  activities during the summer months will have a great impact on their school performance when September rolls around.   In the past, we have mentioned many resources to help prevent summer learning loss; here are a few: Your Local Library Reading Programs (Free of charge [...]

10 Budget Friendly Ways to Promote Summer Learning

Hurrah- Summer is almost here!  While many of us are excited about upcoming summer vacation plans, it is important to remember that children experience learning loss when they don’t have educational activities during the summer. The good news is there are numerous ways to promote summer learning with your child (and it does not have [...]