Summerville Weekly: December 16th

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Events

Today

• Holiday Sip & Shop 🎁 | Wine & Tapas Bar: come by to enjoy some fun holiday drinks and shop local vendors from 6-9PM!

• Merry Christmas Paint & Sip 🎄 | The Knot Burger Pub: choose between a snowman painting or a Christmas tree painting. This class starts at 6:30PM and tickets are $40, which includes all supplies and instruction.

• Customer Appreciation Night 🍦 | Bruster’s of Summerville: to celebrate the amazing community in Summerville, Bruster’s will be offering $3 small waffle cones and $2 small dishes and cake cones from 6-9PM!

• Live Music: Matt Jordan 🎸 | Sapphire’s (Goose Creek): plays a wide variety of music genres including alternative, classic rock, country and oldies. He will be playing at Sapphire’s from 6-9PM.

Wednesday, December 17th

• Ugly Christmas Sweater Party & Contest 🧣 | Sportsbook Cheesesteaks & Wings Nexton: get ready to jingle, mingle, and rock your ugliest Christmas sweater! From 7:30-10:30PM, this event will feature an ugly Christmas sweater contest, holiday cocktails, fun photo ops, games, music, and more!

• Timeless Poinsettia Paint & Sip 🌺 | The Tavern at Harris Teeter Nexton: create your own beautiful poinsettia in a vase on canvas. No experience is needed — just bring your holiday spirit and they’ll guide you step-by-step! This event starts at 6PM and tickets are $35.

• Trivia 🧠 | Bolts & Brews Beer Garden: trivia themes are: Winter, Christmas & Traditions — the perfect way to kick off the season! The games will begin at 6PM.

• Firefighter Storytime 📖 | Dorchester County Library (Old Trolley Rd): join The Dorchester County Library and the Summerville Fire & Rescue for a Firefighter Storytime at 10:30AM & 11AM with a special appearance from Santa. The fire truck will be set up touch-a-truck style in the parking lot till 12:30PM!

• Kids Eat Free 🍟 | Frothy Beard Off World: kids 12 and under now eat for free on Wednesdays from 4–8 PM at Frothy Beard. Up to 2 kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree!

• Live Music: Brandon Lamar Simmons 🎸 | Top Dawg Tavern: Brandon is a singer/songwriter, guitarist and drummer who plays some of your favorite tunes in a wide variety including Rock, R&B, Motown, Soul and Pop! He will be playing on the patio from 7-10PM.

Thursday, December 18th

• Third Thursday 🎄 | Historic Downtown Summerville: on the third Thursday of each month, Historic Downtown Summerville transforms into a special marketplace featuring local entertainment, craft vendors and artisans, to complement the extended hours of our eclectic shops, boutiques and restaurants. This event runs from 5:30-8:30PM, and attendees are encouraged to wear their ugliest Christmas sweater!

• Adoption Event at Third Thursday 🐶 | Public Works Art Center: from 5-8PM, come meet the adoptable dogs of Dorchester Paws while taking in the talent of local artists!

• Books & Brews Book Club 📚 | Bolts and Brews Beer Garden: this book club starts at 6PM, and this month’s book is The Solicitor by Sean Keefer.

• Uptown Christmas 🎅 | Uptown at Carnes Crossroads: from 4:30-6:30PM, this festive event features a s’mores station, a Christmas photo spot, visits and photos with Santa, storytime with Mrs. Claus, and special promotions from businesses in Uptown Carnes!

Friday, December 19th

• Dinner with Santa Claus 🎅 | Poogan’s Southern Kitchen Nexton: Santa’s taking his own break from the North Pole and dropping by Poogan’s Southern Kitchen from 6-8PM! He’ll be roaming around, handing out candy and goodies while you enjoy some holiday magic with the whole family. They'll have a photographer on site to capture the moments! Plus, kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of each adult entree.

• Holiday Storytime & Cookies 🍪 | Tweedle Beedle Nexton: bring your little ones to enjoy a cozy holiday story time from 10:30-11:30AM. They'll share enchanting tales that capture the joy and wonder of this special time of year. Afterward, treat yourselves to free delicious holiday cookies—a sweet way to make lasting memories with your family!

• Polar Express Pajama Party 🚂 | Frothy Beard Off World: from 6-8PM, Frothy Beard is rolling out the coziest night of the season with a showing of The Polar Express, and plenty of popcorn and hot chocolate to warm your soul.

• Family Holiday Craft 🧵 | Dorchester County Library (Old Trolley Rd): drop-in from 2-4PM to create your own greeting cards for family and friends and other holiday crafts!

• Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua Watch Party 🥊 | Thai Taco: this is the fight everyone's been waiting for, and Thai Taco is the place to watch it! The main card broadcast will start at 8PM, with the main event ringwalks expected to start at 10:30PM.

Live Music 🎸:

• Artist TBA | Wine & Tapas: 7-10PM

• Lane Doss | Bolts & Brews Beer Garden: Lane's music catalog includes mainly 70-90's classic hits and he plays several instruments! He will be playing from 4:30-7:30PM, and will be joined by the Biryani Addicts Food Truck.

• OldSoul W/ Johnny C & The Full House Band | Tiki Taco: OldSoul is an Original Rock and Roll project that also regularly performs as a party cover band. Johnny C & The Full House Band will be making their Charleston debut starting at 8PM.

• 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 8-11PM.

• Bar Cats | Montreux Bar and Grill: this husband & wife duo from the Outer Banks are known for blending southern rock grit, haunting folk melodies, and swampy, soulful grooves! They will be playing on the front stage starting at 2PM.

• Michael Peifer | Montreux Bar and Grill: Michael is an accomplished and entertaining Acoustic Soloist with a list of over 500​ songs including a wide range of styles including Rock, Country, Pop and Easy Listening. He will be playing on the patio starting at 6PM.

• Eddie Bush & EBG | Montreux Bar and Grill: Eddie is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist who has been performing for 40+ years throughout the US. He will be playing on the main stage starting at 10PM.

Saturday, December 20th

• Karaoke Night 🎤 | Bolts and Brews Beer Garden: Mic up and make your debut on the Bolts & Brews Main Stage! This event starts at 5:30PM.

• Holiday Themed Candle & Cocktails 🕯 | Luxe Bar & Bistro: participants will learn how to make a hyperrealistic winter-themed candle! All participants will leave at the end of class with a fully dried candle, ready to take home. This class starts at 6PM and tickets are $60.

• Ugly Sweater Party 🎉 | La Chev 208: starting at 6PM, La Chev is going to have a drop-in fun time with food and drink specials in the backyard to celebrate closing out their first calendar year in their new location! Attendees are encouraged to wear their best ugly Christmas sweater.

• Dickens on the Sweet Tea Trail 📜 | The Timrod Library: tickets are available now for two “Dickens on the Sweet Tea Trail” walking tours, one at 3PM and one at 5:30PM. Both begin at the Timrod library and last about 90 minutes, geared for adults and teens, and the cost is $25.

• 12th Annual McElveen Cocoa Cup 5k 🏃‍♀️ | Brown Family Park at Nexton: whether you're tackling the 5K or the one-mile kid's fun run, you’ll enjoy getting out on Nexton’s scenic course design with 2,300 other running fanatics. The run starts at 9:30AM and tickets are $40.

• Brunch with Santa 🎅 | Charleston Sports Pub (Summerville Location): Santa Claus is coming to town and he's stopping by the Summerville Pub after the Annual Cocoa Cup 5k for some brunch! Bring the family and come meet the big guy from 11:30AM-1PM. Snap a pic, tell him your wishes, and he'll be on his merry way back to the North Pole to get to work!

Live Music 🎸:

• Molly Durnin | Montreux Bar and Grill: Molly has garnered accolades as a singer-songwriter due to the breadth and depth of her writing, and she has paid her dues as a cover artist at countless venues and watering holes across the country! She will be playing on the front stage starting at 2PM.

• Joal Rush | Montreux Bar and Grill: Joal uniquely blends influences of Folk/Pop/Rock & Soul, to create a style all his own. He will be playing on the patio at 6PM.

• Black Velvet Revival | Montreux Bar and Grill: Black Velvet Revival describes themselves as desolate grunge from the east coast. They will be playing on the main stage starting at 10PM.

Sunday, December 21st

• Storytime Sips with Santa & Twinkle’s 🎅 | Bolts and Brews Beer Garden: Santa is making a special stop at Bolts & Brews — and he’s bringing Twinkle the Elf for a magical Storytime Sips! Kids can meet Santa, enjoy a story from Twinkle, take photos, and soak in the holiday magic. This event starts at 2PM.

• Christmas Party 🎄 | The Summer Breeze: starting at 5PM, this event will feature: a white elephant gift exchange, an ugly sweater contest (with a $50 prize), games all night, and desserts to share!

• Crushed Glass Suncatcher Create & Sip 🥂 | Bolts and Brews Beer Garden: join Bolts and Brews for a fun and creative afternoon making your very own 12-inch crushed glass suncatcher! You’ll get to choose between an ornament, snowflake, crab or turtle with multiple color options available to make it uniquely yours. This events starts at 4PM and tickets are $55.

• Beach Glass Workshop 🌊 | Frothy Beard Off World: step into a world of sparkling creativity at this Beach Glass Holiday Craft Workshop! Whether you dream of crafting a classic beach glass tree, a whimsical Grinchy-inspired tree, a fun flamingo adorned tree, a festive wreath, 3-pack of ornaments or an angel - this beginner-friendly class opens the doors to endless possibilities. The class will start at 1PM and tickets range from $55-$75 depending on the craft you choose.

• Live Music: Jon Picard & Derek Cribb 🎸 | Montreux Bar and Grill: local musician Derek Cribb will be playing an amalgam of creative covers and original songs, accompanied by John Picard (of Well Charged and Operation Irie) on the drums. As a duo, the two musicians call themselves JP/DC. They will be playing on the patio starting at 4PM.

Recurring Events 🔁

Tuesdays

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

• The Big Show (Karaoke & Trivia) | Luxe Bar & Bistro: 7-10PM

• Open Mic Night with Butch | Neighborhood Tap House Carnes: 8-11PM

• Family Game Night | Luxe Bar & Bistro: 4-9PM

Wednesdays

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

• Kids Eat Free | Frothy Beard Off World: Kids 12 and under eat for free from 4–8PM. Up to 2 kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree.

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

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

• Wine Tasting | Wine & Tapas Bar: 5 wines for $15, 6-8PM.

• Team Trivia | Famulari’s Cane Bay: 7-9PM

Thursdays

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

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

• 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

• Team Trivia | Neighborhood Tap House Carnes: compete for prizes and house cash from 7-10PM.

• Open Mic Night | Luxe Bar & Bistro: 6-9PM

• Story Time | Twisted Sugar: 10AM

Saturdays

• Summerville Farmers Market | First Citizens Bank: 8AM-1PM

• Goose Creek Farmers & Artisans Market | 519 N Goose Creek Blvd, Goose Creek: 9AM-1PM

Sundays

• Coffee With a Vet | The American Legion - Post 21: 8:30AM-12PM

Restaurant Spotlight

Five Loaves Cafe is known for its rotating soups, stacked sandwiches, and daily specials that lean toward comfort food. The tomato tarragon soup is a regular favorite, and the crab soup shows up often enough that people look for it. Both are commonly paired with a half sandwich for lunch.

Sandwich options include the turkey and brie with apple, the chicken salad on croissant, and the Cuban, all served in generous portions. Salads like the Mediterranean and the steak salad are built to be filling, with plenty of protein and toppings rather than just greens.

Daily specials change, but often include dishes like salmon with Carolina Gold rice, shrimp and grits, or meatloaf with mashed potatoes. There are also vegetarian options and gluten-friendly plates available most days.

The menu changes enough to keep things interesting, but the staples are consistent. If you’re a regular, you tend to have a short list of items you go back to — and a reason to check the specials board each visit.

Featured Pup of the Week:

Meet Sherman, the 6-year-old hound mix who is looking for his forever home just in time for the holidays!

From Dorchester Paws:

“This is Sherman. And after being here for 2.5 months, he's really trying his best. Sherman is a 6-year-old hound with a big heart and a sensitive soul. He’s incredible with other dogs and comes alive around them.

Shelter life has been a lot for him, and new thresholds can feel scary- doorways make him pause, unfamiliar spaces can make him freeze. But if you sit down, give him time, and let him come to you, Sherman melts. He’ll lean in, rest his head on you, and remind you how much love can live inside a quiet dog.

He’s not looking for chaos or a busy household. Young kids would be too much. What Sherman needs is a calm, patient home- one that understands that trust is built slowly, and that the gentlest connections are often the strongest.

His days would be so much brighter with someone to lean on. Maybe his next photo doesn’t include a hat - but a kind human. 💙”

To apply to adopt Sherman, please click here!

This Week’s Weather in Summerville

Today ☀️
H56🌡️L25 | 0% Chance of Rain
Wednesday ☁️
H63🌡️L36 | 0% Chance of Rain
Thursday 🌧
H67🌡️L48 | 85% Chance of Rain
Friday ☀️
H63🌡️L42 | 30% Chance of Rain
Saturday ☀️
H64🌡️L38 | 0% Chance of Rain
Sunday ☀️
H69🌡️L45 | 0% Chance of Rain
Monday ⛅️
H61🌡️L43 | 0% Chance of Rain