12 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.MountPleasantPodcast.com Spring in the Lowcountry means it’s time to open those plantation shutters and let in the sunshine. Our Beautiful Homes edition offers our readers a chance to explore Charleston’s beauty inside and outside the home. Before we moan and groan about that never-ending spring cleaning checklist, let’s indulge in all of the fun that spring has to offer. Mild temperatures mean it’s time to swap out those long-sleeve shirts and pants for shorts and tank tops. Put the sunroof down and blast your favorite beach playlist. It’s also time to make outdoor reservations on Shem Creek or take your bike for a spin in the Old Village. If you’re looking to stretch your legs, the Cooper River Bridge Run is right around the corner. Are you physically in race shape? If so, grab your running shoes and head over to the Ravenel Bridge and join 30,000 friends competing in our town’s historic 10K race. Read Page 27 to get mentally prepared. Get over it! Outdoor sporting events are back like the Credit One Charleston Open and that means the top professional women’s tennis players in the world are about to serve it up on Daniel Island. If you’re a fan of tennis, whether it’s watching or playing, you won’t want to miss this golden opportunity to see these stars shine. Check out Page 29 for a preview of what to expect at this year’s tournament. Good luck, Emma! Fan of sailing? Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point draws professional sailors from all over the United States and countries such as the United Kingdom, Italy and Australia. Last year, nearly 200 different boats competed in Charleston Harbor. May the wind be in your favor! See Page 31 for more info. Do you enjoy eating fresh, wild-caught local shrimp? The town’s annual Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival at Memorial Waterfront Park is a free, family-friendly event that pays tribute to Mount Pleasant’s local shrimping and fishing industry. Enjoy a boat parade, live music, food vendors, an artisan craft show, contests and kids’ activities. Cheers to a bountiful season! Read more about what’s in store on Page 28. Rest assured, there is much more to see and do this spring, this is just the tip of the tulip! Respectfully yours, Zach Giroux Managing Editor from the editorReasons to shout for spring SCAN • CLICK SUBSCRIBE YOUR COMMUNITY, YOUR MAGAZINE MARCH/APRIL 2025 BEST OF MOUNT PLEASANT • THE HAMMOCK COAST • BRIDAL Venues to Say “I do” Wedding Directory
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