Summerville Weekly: April 8th

Events

Today

• Super Reggae Man 🎶 | SOL Summerville: using a looping device, Super Reggae Man creates, performs and records tunes from the ground up, on the fly, using one instrument at a time. He will be playing from 6-10PM at SOL Southwest Kitchen in Summerville.

• Strength, Stretch & Sip 🧘‍♀️ | Luxe Bar and Bistro: get ready to strengthen your body with a dynamic workout, stretch those muscles to unwind, and finally, sip on some refreshing drinks with friends. This event runs from 5-6PM and costs $20.

Wednesday, April 9th

• Needle Felting: Penguin Keychains 🐧 | Public Works Art Center: In this class you will learn how needle felting works, as well as the best materials to use. This engaging session includes all the supplies needed, including high quality felting needles with a wooden handle, soft wool in an array of colors, and other needle felting supplies. At the end of the class you will be able to take these tools home with you to continue creating. This class costs $50 and runs from 6-8PM (ages 13+).

• Kelsea Ballerini 🎤 | North Charleston Coliseum: Kelsea Ballerini is a multi-platinum American country pop singer, songwriter, and actress. This concert begins at 7PM and tickets start at $41.

• Live Music: Jack Triebold 🎸 | Top Dawg Tavern: Jack is a talented singer and guitarist who plays all of your favorites from pop/rock to country, club/dance covers to instrumental and classical. He will be playing on the patio from 7-10PM.

Thursday, April 10th

• Watercolor Paint & Sip 🎨 | Talucci's Bakery: come watercolor with Sarah Simon of TheMintGardener at Talucci's in Summerville, and enjoy a mindful afternoon of watercolor. With this class registration, you will receive all of the materials you need to continue to paint at home: brushes, paints and your own signed copy of Sarah's brand new "Café in Bloom" Watercolor Workbook. This Paint & Sip starts at 4PM and tickets are $125.

• TNR Community Cat Clinic 🐈 | Dorchester Paws: the fee for this cat clinic is $25, which includes: vaccines, ear tip, microchip & spay/neuter. This clinic starts at 8AM, and they will accept two cats per car until they reach 30 cats. Click on the event title for more important information if you are interested in this cat clinic.

• Sew Scrappy Club: “Piece & Quilt Sampler” 🧵 | People Places & Quilts: this sewing class is intended for the confident Beginner, who has knowledge of sewing machines & the ability to sew a ¼” seam. This sampler has blocks ranging from 3” to 12” in size that are put together in a variety of ways to make a spectacular quilt. The class runs from 10:30AM-12:30PM and costs $16.

• Bingo With Tina ⑳ | Bolts and Brews Beer Garden: get ready for a night of fun, brews, and big wins! Join Bolts and Brews for Bingo with Tina and enjoy an exciting evening of beer, bingo, and fantastic prizes. They’ll be giving away Bolts & Brews merch, Ace Hardware gift cards, and beautiful plants from their greenhouse. Bingo starts at 6PM.

Friday, April 11th

• Sounds on the Square 🎶 | Hutchinson Square: the Town of Summerville hosts 3-4 concerts on Hutchinson Square to bring the sound of music to our corner. Each event features local food trucks and live music, and they ask all attendees to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets so they can sit down on the lawn to enjoy the show, which runs from 7-9PM. This month’s Sounds on the Square will feature Vinyl Daze, a local band who play 70s, 80s Rock & Motown.

• Mother & Son Dance 💃 | Lovegrove Estates: This event is the perfect opportunity for mother and son to create lasting memories together.

  Included with your ticket is entrance to the event for mother and son, dinner for mother and son from Chick-fil-A, 1 drink per person, a mini photo, a carriage ride and the dance. This event starts at 5PM and costs $75.

• Lowcountry Strawberry Festival 🍓 | Boone Hall Plantation (Mount Pleasant): For the price of a movie ticket, you can have fun all day! Gate admission includes access to the event grounds, complimentary shows, grounds entertainment, petting zoo, photo opportunities, arts, crafts & food vendors, and fun on the farm. Admission is $15 and the festival runs from 10AM-7PM (April 11th-April 13th).

Live Music 🎸:

• Sean Smith | Bolts and Brews Beer Garden: Sean will be playing at Bolts and Brews from 4:30-7:30PM, and will be accompanied by Slabbz Smashin’ Patties Food Truck.

• The Regulars | Montreux Bar and Grill: The Regulars is a pop/punk rock band bred from the Carolinas. They will be playing the main stage at 10PM.

• Spud Fischer | Top Dawg Tavern: Spud combines intricate acoustic fingerpicking with a captivating voice to entertain every audience. He will be playing from 8-11PM.

Saturday, April 12th

• 2nd Annual Swamp Fox Car and Bike Show 🏍 | Hoover Automotive: this car show will be from 11AM-3PM, with awards being presented at 2:30PM. All makes and models are welcome to enter. This family event is free and open to the public, and there will be food, raffles, door prizes & more! All funds and donations go directly to the ARHS Band Boosters Club to support the school's Marching Band and Color Guard.

• Fort Dorchester Fit Family Fun Day 🏋️‍♀️ | Fort Dorchester Elementary: this event is only open to students, family/friends of students who attend Fort Dorchester Elementary School, and children in the Wescott Community. The run itself will be a .75 or a 1.25 mile loop around the school (grade depending) with small obstacles along the way. There will be 2 prizes per grade for fastest boy and girl, for pre-K through 5th Grade! This event starts at 8AM.

• Cocktail Candle Class 🕯 | Luxe Bar & Bistro: Join Pup Country Candles for a hands on candle pouring and decorating class where you’ll create two Cocktail Candles that are uniquely yours. This class starts at 12PM, and the $55 ticket also includes one drink.

• Swag Day (Free Shirts) 👕 | 7 Brew Coffee: stop by 7 Brew Coffee in Summerville for a free t-shirt with the purchase of a large drink. Their Saturday hours are 5:30AM-11:00PM.

• Father & Daughter Dance 🕺 | Lovegrove Estate: included with your ticket is entrance to the event for father and daughter, dinner for father and daughter from Chick-fil-A, 1 drink per person, a mini photo, a carriage ride and the dance. This events runs from 4-7PM, and tickets are $75.

• Lowcountry Cajun Festival 🦞 | James Island County Park: bringing Louisiana to the Lowcountry, the Lowcountry Cajun Festival is back with a full-day of Zydeco music, Cajun and Creole foods, kids activities, and all around ragin’ Cajun fun! Advance tickets are $35 per car, or $40 onsite per car (max 15 people per vehicle), and the festival runs from 12-6PM.

• Spring Bunny Paint and Sip 🎨 | Bolts and Brews Beer Garden: the cost for this paint & sip is $35, which includes all supplies and step-by-step instructions. Beginners welcome and all painters leave with a finished painting. This event starts at 1PM.

Live Music 🎸: 

• Eliya Osaki | Top Dawg Tavern: originally from Florence, SC, Eliya plays an eclectic mix of heartland rock, folk and pop rock. He will be playing on the Patio from 8-11PM.

• Artist TBA | Montreux Bar and Grill: 10PM

Sunday, April 13th

• Grand Opening: Esthetic Center Summerville 💅 | Downtown Summerville: Esthetic Center Summerville invites you to join them for the grand opening of their new beauty & aesthetics center from 10AM-1PM. There will be exclusive surprises & special promotions.

• Pearl Jewelry Workshop 🛠 | Frothy Beard Off World: each participant selects an oyster to shuck and discover their pearl inside. They will work with you to set your pearl into your chosen setting, rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and charms will be available. This event runs from 1-3PM, and costs $50 (ages 12+).

• Bethany UMC Easter Egg Hunt 🐣 | Azalea Park: this easter egg hunt will take place from 2-3PM.

• Easter Egg Choppa Droppa 🚁 | Ridge Church: at this easter egg hunt, there will be over 9,000 eggs dropped from the sky! Gates open at 3 PM, and each child 12 and under must have a free ticket to participate in the egg hunt. Children will be divided into age groups for each egg drop to ensure a fun and fair experience for all. There will be 3 egg drops, with the first one starting at 4PM.

• Ridgeville Farmers Market 2025 Grand Opening 🌽 | 154 Church Street: the grand opening will feature some of the best food trucks around, as well as fresh produce and products from local vendors. The market runs from 10AM-2PM every Sunday.

• Live Music: Time Pirates 🏴‍☠️ | Montreux Bar and Grill: the Time Pirates are an acoustic act that plunder through time to cover favorites from the 50's to the present. They will take the stage at 4PM.

• Pickers Hullabaloo 🖼 | Firefly Distillery (North Charleston): the flea market features leading vintage & antique vendors and local artisans offering up an eclectic array of: furniture, housewares, fashion, art, jewelry, rugs, vinyl records, nostalgic collectibles & more. The market will run from 10AM-4PM.

Recurring Events 🔁

Mondays

• Karaoke | Montreux Bar and Grill: 7pm

Tuesdays

• Trivia Night | Buffalo Wild Wings: play for the chance to win prizes at BWW on North Creek Dr in Summerville at 6:30 PM

• Trivia & $2 Tacos | Montreux Bar and Grill: 7:30 PM

Wednesdays

• Music Bingo | Frothy Beard Off World: 7 PM (check out our Instagram video on this!)

• Name That Tune | Montreux Bar and Grill: good eats, drinks, and company, while testing your music knowledge! 7:30-10 PM

Thursdays

• Trivia | Frothy Beard Off World: 7 PM, trivia topic changes weekly.

• Music Bingo | Montreux Bar and Grill: 7:30 PM

• Tech Thursdays | Dorchester County Library: schedule a 30 minute one-on-one session with a librarian to learn basic technology skills (intended for senior adults). Call 843-871-5075 Ext. 2 to schedule.

Sundays

• Ridgeville Farmers Market | 154 Church Street: 10AM-2PM

Restaurant Spotlight 🍔

If you're craving a burger with attitude, look no further than Bad Daddy's Burger Bar in Summerville. Known for its chef-inspired creations and lively atmosphere, this spot is a haven for burger lovers and food enthusiasts alike. Whether you're dining in or grabbing takeout, Bad Daddy's promises a menu packed with bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and plenty of options to satisfy every palate.

Bad Daddy's is all about creativity when it comes to burgers. One standout is the Bacon Cheeseburger on Steroids, a flavor-packed masterpiece loaded with bacon, cheese, and house-made toppings. Another favorite is the Magic Mushroom Burger, featuring sautéed mushrooms and Swiss cheese for a rich, earthy bite. For those looking to customize their experience, the "Create Your Own Burger" option lets you build your dream burger from scratch.

Vegetarians aren't left out either. The Cantina Black Bean Burger has been praised for its char-grilled taste and customizable toppings, offering a satisfying alternative to meat-based options.

Bad Daddy's Burger Bar is open daily for lunch and dinner. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty burger or just want to enjoy a craft beer with friends, this spot offers something for everyone.

So next time you're craving a burger, give Bad Daddy's Burger Bar a try—you won't leave disappointed!

Featured Pup of the Week: Dot 🐶

Say hello to Dot, the 2-year old terrier mix who has been at Dorchester Paws for about a month now!

From Dorchester Paws:

“Is it a Panda? Is it the Hamburglar? No! It's DOT! 🐼🍔

Meet Dot, this 2-year-old cutie is on the lookout for a cozy home to call her own. 🌟

Dot may be a bit shy at first (just like any true star), but once she warms up, she’s the sweetest companion. She’s a gentle soul who enjoys the company of pups that know how to be soft and patient. At just 40 lbs, she’s the perfect petite package to stroll with on a leash, and she walks like a pro! 🚶‍♀️💖”

To learn more about Dot and the other dogs and cats like her, please visit dorchesterpaws.org 💙

This Week’s Weather in Summerville

Today ☀️
H69🌡️L56 | 0% Chance of Rain
Wednesday ☀️
H69🌡️L49 | 0% Chance of Rain
Thursday ☀️
H75🌡️L49 | 10% Chance of Rain
Friday ⛅️
H73🌡️L58 | 0% Chance of Rain
Saturday 🌤
H66🌡️L53 | 10% Chance of Rain
Sunday ☀️
H69🌡️L49 | 0% Chance of Rain
Monday ☀️
H82🌡️L52 | 0% Chance of Rain