Good morning, Mount Pleasant.

Chabad of Charleston will host Natan Sharansky on May 13 at 7 p.m. at the Center for Jewish Life (477 Mathis Ferry Road) in Mount Pleasant as he shares his journey of human rights work and inspires community pride.

The WeGOJA Foundation invites property owners and culturalists along the Gullah Geechee corridor to join Preservation Night School, a virtual webinar series held at 6 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of May through August, offering guidance on preserving family history & securing grant funding.

Ladybird Books at (299 King St.) will host NYC baker Lucie Franc de Ferriere and Hannah Welton of Welton’s Tiny Bakeshop on May 6 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; guests receive a copy of her debut book Cake From Lucie when purchasing a $40 ticket.

Historian Mike Hebb spoke at a Rotary Club event in Mount Pleasant, explaining how key Revolutionary War battles took place locally.

His research shows South Carolina hosted many critical skirmishes — a strong part of our American heritage.

Mount Pleasant Library (1133 Mathis Ferry Rd) will host a virtual session on May 5 at 6 p.m. where retired investigator Rita Shuler will discuss her forensic photography career and answer audience questions; a repeat session is scheduled on May 18 at 11 a.m.

Charleston County School District launched its pilot LAUNCH program today at R.B.

Stall High School, offering students hands-on experience with local manufacturing partners. Participants engaged in skill-building sessions, mini-rocket projects and earned a $500 stipend from CRDA.

2026 Mount Pleasant Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival

11 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate local seafood culture with a boat parade, live music, and family-friendly activities in a picturesque setting.