Summerville Weekly: February 3rd

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Events

Today

• Cool Jellyfish Paint & Sip 🎨 | Wine & Tapas Bar: learn how to paint a beautiful Jellyfish with Andre from Art with Andre. This event starts at 6:30PM and the cost is $40.

• French Wine Tasting 🍷 | Accent on Wine: Accent on Wine’s wine connoisseur, Joe, has handpicked four exceptional wines to showcase France’s rich heritage. Enjoy a curated tasting of four wines for just $15 per person, with no reservations required and ample free parking available. This event starts at 6PM.

• American Red Cross Blood Drive ⛑ | Berkeley County Water and Sanitation (Moncks Corner): The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage as requests from hospitals exceed the available supply, drawing down the blood supply by about 35% over the past month. This blood drive will run from 10AM-3PM and all donors will receive a $20 Amazon gift card.

Wednesday, February 4th

• Grand Opening 🎈 | Primerica: the grand opening of the new Primerica branch on S Main Street will feature a ribbon cutting ceremony, light refreshments, giveaways, and the opportunity to tour their new office! This event starts at 10AM.

• Valentine’s Gnome Paint & Sip 💝 | The Summer Breeze: learn to paint a Valentine’s themed garden gnome with Tina from Paint Nights with Tina. This event starts at 6PM and the cost is $35, which also includes your first drink.

• Paint Night: Shroom for Two 🍄 | The Knot Burger Pub: join The Enchanted Canvas for this love themed paint night from 6-8PM. The cost is $35, which also includes your first drink.

• 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, February 5th

• Summerville Artist Guild Member Meeting 🖼 | Stallsville United Methodist Church: join The Summerville Artist Guild for a lively social time followed by a gouache painting demo by Connie Rigdon. This event will run from 6:15-8PM.

• Tequila & Wine Tasting 🥃 | Luxe Bar & Bistro: enjoy a curated tequila and wine tasting paired with homemade guacamole and a chip-dipping trio! This event runs from 7-9PM and the cost is $25 per person.

• Watercolor Valentine Card Marking 💌 | OhMy! Creative Party Shop & Craft Studio: in this relaxed, beginner-friendly class, guests will learn simple watercolor methods like washes, blending, and layering to design their own one-of-a-kind Valentine cards. This event starts at 6:30PM and the cost is $25.

• Team Trivia 🧠 | Miller’s at Carnes (Moncks Corner): Miller’s at Carnes is now hosting team trivia every Thursday night starting at 7PM!

Friday, February 6th

• Let’s Go Girls: Galentine’s Night 💘 | PepperJack Pottery: a pink, western-inspired night of pottery, playlists, and pure main-character energy. This is an open paint night, so you can choose any pottery piece you’d like to paint. This event runs from 7-9:30PM and the cost is $10 plus the price of your chosen pottery.

• Headshots & Handshakes 📸 | Wildcat Senior Living: come mix, mingle, and connect with local professionals in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere while kicking off the year with confidence. Starting at 10:30AM, a professional photographer will be on site offering polished, high-quality headshots for just $20.

• Clemson on the Coast 🐾 | Boone Hall Plantation (Mt. Pleasant): a weekend experience that invites you to marvel at the melding of Clemson University and the charming city of Charleston, South Carolina, where history meets modern elegance. This event runs from 8PM on Friday to 10PM on Saturday and the cost is $99. Please click on the event title above to learn more about the scheduled events.

Live Music 🎸:

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

• Joe Hoskins | Bolts and Brews Beer Garden: Joe Hoskins is a very popular local guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, and recording artist. He will be playing in the garden from 4:30-7:30PM.

• Matthew Fischer | Montreux Bar & Grill: Matthew will be playing on the front stage starting at 2PM.

• Jason Ayers | Montreux Bar and Grill: Jason is a modern troubadour, bridging the gap between classic sounds and contemporary vibes with a unique ability to connect across genres and generations. He will be playing on the patio starting at 6PM.

Saturday, February 7th

• 26th Annual Downs Byrd Memorial Oyster Roast 🦪 | Summerville Country Club: join Dorchester Paws & the Summerville Country Club for the 26th Annual Downs Byrd Memorial Oyster Roast, held in honor of the late Dorothy Kronemer, longtime supporter, advocate, and beloved auctioneer who helped make this event what it is today. In honor of their 26th year, tickets are $26 off — snag your tickets for just $99 (regularly $125)! Tickets include unlimited oysters, delicious food and desserts, beer & wine, access to the exclusive auction, and free entry to the raffle. This event runs from 6-10PM and all proceeds will go to Dorchester Paws.

• Burned Children’s Fund Tournament 🏓 | The Pickle Bar: this event is a fundraiser for the South Carolina Firefighters Burned Children’s Fund, a charitable organization operating under the South Carolina Firefighters Foundation. This tournament starts at 8AM and the cost ranges from $35-$65. For more details and the full tournament schedule, please click on the event title above.

• Community Skate Night 🛼 | Summerville Community Seventh-day Adventist Church: don’t miss out on a fun skate night for the entire family! The cost is $5 per skater, and non skaters are free. No skate rentals available, but concessions will be available to purchase. This event will run from 6:30-8:30PM.

Live Music 🎸:

• Jack Triebold | Montreux Bar and Grill: 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 front stage starting at 2PM.

• Brandi & Andrew Crawford | Montreux Bar and Grill: Andrew Crawford & Brandi Colt are a husband-and-wife bluegrass duo from Greenville, South Carolina, whose music blends the fire of traditional Appalachian bluegrass with contemporary country and Americana songwriting. They will be playing on the patio starting at 6PM.

• Riley Lemons | Montreux Bar and Grill: born and raised in Northern California, Riley Lemons has taken the long way 'round to Nashville - with stops in Kentucky and countless miles of life in between. Her songs dig deep into the good, the bad, and the ugly - the moments most folks are afraid to say out loud. She will be playing on the main stage starting at 10PM.

Sunday, February 8th

• YA Book Club 📖 | Love Spell Books: this young adult book club is intended for readers over the age of 14. They are currently reading “A Curse So Dark and Lonely” and will be meeting from 6:30-7:30PM.

• Dancing Bear Launch Party 🎉 | Dancing Bear Collective: at Dancing Bear Collective, you’ll find a selection of unique and stylish handmade clothing, bags, and accessories that add a touch of personality and charm to your everyday life. Their official launch party will run from 11AM-3PM at 107 Burnham Rd in Summerville.

• Live Music: Time Pirates 🏴‍☠️ | Montreux Bar and Grill: the Time Pirates are an acoustic act that plunders through time to cover favorites from the 50's to the present, bringing tight harmonies and good music! They will be playing on the patio starting at 4PM.

Super Bowl Parties 🏈:

• Top Dawg Tavern: enjoy hot & crispy wings for only $1 all day, delicious appetizers and ice cold drinks! There will be great drink specials including $10 domestic beer pitchers and $3 white claws.

• Stars and Strikes: catch the big game while enjoying unlimited bowling! The Cost is $79.95 for a lane with up to 6 guests, and includes shoe rental and four $10 arcade cards. This deal starts at 6PM.

• Sweetwater Pub: this Super Bowl watch party features a free pig roast! This party kicks off at 5PM.

• Miller’s at Carnes (Moncks Corner): starting at 6PM, Miller’s is offering $15 domestic beer buckets & $1 wings. Watch the game on over 25 TVs with live sound.

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

• Trivia Game Night | Tiki Taco (Old Trolley Rd): every Wednesday at Tiki Taco, MindgameZ is hosting trivia from 7:15-10:15PM. Winners will receive $10, $20, or $30 in-house cash!

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

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

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

• Nostalgic Throwback Classics | Thai Taco: DJ Tank brings the throwback classics to the patio every Thursday night from 6-9PM

• Team Trivia | Miller’s at Carnes (Moncks Corner): 7PM

Fridays

• Summerville’s Happiest Hour | Thai Taco: 5-8PM

Saturdays

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

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

• Winter Farmers Market | Lowcountry Public House: 9AM-2PM

Sundays

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

Restaurant Spotlight

Hokkaido Ramen House has become a solid go-to spot in Summerville for anyone craving ramen and other Japanese comfort food. The menu sticks to the basics and does them well, which is a big part of its appeal.

Ramen is obviously what they’re known for - the broths are rich without being heavy, and the noodles have a good bite to them. Popular choices include tonkotsu and miso ramen, both served hot and generously topped. The pork is tender, the eggs are well cooked, and the bowls are filling without being overwhelming. If you’re new to ramen, it’s an easy place to start; if you already know what you like, it’s easy to find a reliable favorite.

Beyond ramen, the menu has plenty to offer. Gyoza is a strong choice—crispy on the outside and soft inside. Rice bowls and curry dishes are straightforward, satisfying options, especially if you’re in the mood for something other than soup. Portions are reasonable, and the food comes out quickly, making it a good lunch stop as well as a dinner option.

The restaurant itself is casual and comfortable. It works just as well for a quick solo meal as it does for families or small groups. Service is friendly and efficient, which keeps things moving without feeling rushed.

Hokkaido is a dependable place to get a delicious bowl of ramen and a few familiar Japanese dishes right here in Summerville.

Featured Pup of the Week: Shy-Shy

Meet Shy-Shy, the 9-month-old puppy who is looking for a loving home!

From Dorchester Paws:

“Shy-Shy may be her name but this girl is outgoing! At just 9 months old, she’s a social butterfly who does great with dogs and kids and makes friends everywhere she goes. She’s super sweet and cuddly in the home and would love a family ready to help her finish up her crate and house training. With a little guidance and a lot of love, Shy-Shy is going to be an absolute dream pup. ❤”

To apply to adopt Shy-Shy, please click here!

This Week’s Weather in Summerville

Today ☁️
H57🌡️L28 | 0% Chance of Rain
Wednesday 🌧
H53🌡️L44 | 95% Chance of Rain
Thursday ☁️
H48🌡️L32 | 0% Chance of Rain
Friday ☀️
H57🌡️L30 |0% Chance of Rain
Saturday ☀️
H57🌡️L36 | 0% Chance of Rain
Sunday ☀️
H59🌡️L32 | 0% Chance of Rain
Monday ☁️
H59🌡️L39 | 0% Chance of Rain