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Look below to catch up on the latest happenings in the Charleston area and check back daily to stay informed. http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/321990291/free_admission_to_drayton_hall_for_military__firefighters__police__ems-897 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/free_admission_to_drayton_hall_for_military__firefighters__police__ems-897 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST The promotion runs July 1 to September 15; participants must show their official identification cards at the front gate to receive free admission for themselves and up to four of their immediate family member http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/free_admission_to_drayton_hall_for_military__firefighters__police__ems-897 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/302987135/mcdonald_s__and_the_south_carolina_aquarium_partner_for_eagle_naming_contest_and_free_children_s_admission-892 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/mcdonald_s__and_the_south_carolina_aquarium_partner_for_eagle_naming_contest_and_free_children_s_admission-892 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST Help the South Carolina Aquarium’s Rescued Bald Eagle Select the Best Catch as She’s — Fishing for a Name! http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/mcdonald_s__and_the_south_carolina_aquarium_partner_for_eagle_naming_contest_and_free_children_s_admission-892 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/320707133/peninsula_grill_s_executive_chef_to_appear_on_food_network_s_popular__throwdown_with_bobby_flay__july_1st-896 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/peninsula_grill_s_executive_chef_to_appear_on_food_network_s_popular__throwdown_with_bobby_flay__july_1st-896 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST Charleston's own Chef Robert Carther "throws down" with Bobby Flay on Jly 1, 2008. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/peninsula_grill_s_executive_chef_to_appear_on_food_network_s_popular__throwdown_with_bobby_flay__july_1st-896 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/320525970/foodie_101_is_back_tristan_teaches_finer_points_of_food__wine-895 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/foodie_101_is_back_tristan_teaches_finer_points_of_food__wine-895 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST Foodie 101 began last summer and was so successful that Tristan has decided to bring class back in session with another series of five, one-hour food and wine pairing events. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/foodie_101_is_back_tristan_teaches_finer_points_of_food__wine-895 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/303911889/east_bay_street_bike_and_pedestrian_path_extension_opening-893 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/east_bay_street_bike_and_pedestrian_path_extension_opening-893 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST The City of Charleston has just completed a 12’ wide ½ mile long concrete pathway extending the existing bike and pedestrian path of the Ravenel Bridge from the bridge to Chapel Street. Over 2,000’ of new granite curbing was installed along with additional street lighting. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/east_bay_street_bike_and_pedestrian_path_extension_opening-893 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/289672992/charleston_once_again_named_a_top_arts_destination-886 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/charleston_once_again_named_a_top_arts_destination-886 05 May 2008 00:00:00 EST Charleston was chosen as the No. 6 Mid-Sized City Arts Destination by American Style Magazine. The recognition is based on readers’ surveys and is posted annually. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/charleston_once_again_named_a_top_arts_destination-886 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/287052644/_what_s_new__in_the_charleston__sc_area_summer_2008-884 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/_what_s_new__in_the_charleston__sc_area_summer_2008-884 05 May 2008 00:00:00 EST Discover exciting new venues, events, honors & awards, special promotions, exhibits, tours and much more this Summer in the Charleston area. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/_what_s_new__in_the_charleston__sc_area_summer_2008-884 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/300725308/woodlands_resort___inn_ranked__1_in_u_s__and__3_in_the_world_in_travel___leisure_magazine_s_2008_world_s_best_service_awards-890 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/woodlands_resort___inn_ranked__1_in_u_s__and__3_in_the_world_in_travel___leisure_magazine_s_2008_world_s_best_service_awards-890 05 May 2008 00:00:00 EST Woodlands is the only U.S. property to make the Worldwide Top 10 list. The results of this survey are based on the reader evaluation published in the June, 2008 issue. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/woodlands_resort___inn_ranked__1_in_u_s__and__3_in_the_world_in_travel___leisure_magazine_s_2008_world_s_best_service_awards-890 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/293690430/you_ve_won_over_each_other__now_win_your_wedding___charleston_hosts_your_destination_wedding-887 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/you_ve_won_over_each_other__now_win_your_wedding___charleston_hosts_your_destination_wedding-887 05 May 2008 00:00:00 EST This includes the rehearsal dinner, the ceremony, lodging, flowers, cake, wedding dress, brunch, catering, harbor cruise, photographer, entertainment and ground transportation. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/you_ve_won_over_each_other__now_win_your_wedding___charleston_hosts_your_destination_wedding-887 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/293451697/the_fort_sumter_fort_moultrie_historical_trust-888 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/the_fort_sumter_fort_moultrie_historical_trust-888 05 May 2008 00:00:00 EST Coordinating the commemoration of the Civil War during the Sesquicentennial years 2010 – 2015; to promote through commemorative programs, educational events, re-enactments lectures, and other events, knowledge about the Civil War and American history and the importance of the Civil War in American history... http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/the_fort_sumter_fort_moultrie_historical_trust-888 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/299133930/free_admission_for_teachers_all_summer_long-889 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/free_admission_for_teachers_all_summer_long-889 05 May 2008 00:00:00 EST Drayton Hall Announces Its Third Annual Teacher-Appreciation Program with Complimentary “Hands-On History” Previews http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/free_admission_for_teachers_all_summer_long-889 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/300732732/charleston_chef_joins_peers_in_culinary_masters_classic-891 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/charleston_chef_joins_peers_in_culinary_masters_classic-891 05 May 2008 00:00:00 EST Marc Collins, executive chef of Circa 1886, the AAA Four Diamond, Mobil Four Star restaurant located at the Wentworth Mansion, is one of eight celebrated chefs invited to participate in the Connecticut Culinary Masters Classic fund-raiser on June 6 in Hartford, Conn. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/charleston_chef_joins_peers_in_culinary_masters_classic-891 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/288835692/charleston__sc_hotel_has_award_winning_year-885 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/charleston__sc_hotel_has_award_winning_year-885 05 May 2008 00:00:00 EST Renaissance Charleston Hotel Historic District was honored with 14 awards in 2007. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/charleston__sc_hotel_has_award_winning_year-885 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/285577589/center_for_birds_of_prey_opens_for_public_tours_early_june-883 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/center_for_birds_of_prey_opens_for_public_tours_early_june-883 05 May 2008 00:00:00 EST After establishing a comprehensive program of medical care, educational outreach and conservation research focused on birds, the Center for Birds of Prey, will soon open for public tours. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/center_for_birds_of_prey_opens_for_public_tours_early_june-883 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/284137383/charleston_named_a_best_destination_in_tripadvisor_s_inaugural_travelers__choice_destination_awards-882 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/charleston_named_a_best_destination_in_tripadvisor_s_inaugural_travelers__choice_destination_awards-882 05 May 2008 00:00:00 EST The Holy City received a No. 18 ranking for Top United States Destinations and a No. 98 slot in the Top World Destinations. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/charleston_named_a_best_destination_in_tripadvisor_s_inaugural_travelers__choice_destination_awards-882 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/280867622/usa_eagles_to_play_french_side_clermont_auvergne_rugby_in_charleston__s_c-880 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/usa_eagles_to_play_french_side_clermont_auvergne_rugby_in_charleston__s_c-880 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST The event, which is the first of its kind for Charleston, will be hosted in part by the founder of ASM Clermont Auvergne, Michelin, and the Charleston Battery at Blackbaud Stadium and broadcast live on ESPN Classic. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/usa_eagles_to_play_french_side_clermont_auvergne_rugby_in_charleston__s_c-880 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/280867623/charleston_hosts_your_destination_wedding_-870 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/charleston_hosts_your_destination_wedding_-870 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST The Charleston Area CVB, along with its partners, is giving away a Charleston destination wedding! Experience why the Charleston area has become the hot-spot for tying the knot. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/charleston_hosts_your_destination_wedding_-870 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/280867624/inn_at_middleton_place_named_on_national_geographic_traveler_2008__stay_list_-871 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/inn_at_middleton_place_named_on_national_geographic_traveler_2008__stay_list_-871 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST The Inn at Middleton Place made the "Stay List" and is among the best at blending location-inspired architecture, ambience and amenities, eco-stewardship and an ethic of giving back to the community. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/inn_at_middleton_place_named_on_national_geographic_traveler_2008__stay_list_-871 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/280867625/a_charleston_wedding_recognized_in_the_knot_best_of_wedding_magazine-879 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/a_charleston_wedding_recognized_in_the_knot_best_of_wedding_magazine-879 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST The Knot conducted its second annual survey of over 20,000 recent brides to capture detailed feedback on every business that couples hired for their wedding celebration. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/a_charleston_wedding_recognized_in_the_knot_best_of_wedding_magazine-879 http://feeds.charlestoncvb.com/~r/CharlestonCVBMeetingPlannerNews/~3/280867627/family_circle_cup_to_celebrate_35th_anniversary_with_dunlop-875 http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/family_circle_cup_to_celebrate_35th_anniversary_with_dunlop-875 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST Dunlop signs on as official Ball & Racquet for Legendary Sony Ericsson WTA Tour Event. http://www.charlestoncvb.com/meeting/charleston-news/family_circle_cup_to_celebrate_35th_anniversary_with_dunlop-875