Dawn Hunter's South Carolina Sunshine
Welcome to 'SC Calendar and Features' your 'Daily Sip,' - a curated portal for daily activities and fun things to do throughout the state of South Carolina and cities in the surrounding region.
Recharge yourself with the refreshment of our monthly featured sip and embark on culinary activities as we taste-test the best food and celebrate music talent. View or join in the creativity around you as we spotlight crafters, art centers, and galleries. Whether it's exploring new nooks, making visits to our landmark spots, uncovering hidden local treasures, or securing your spot in bustling stadiums, fine-dining restaurants, or dedicated volunteer stations - we've got you covered.
At 'SC Calendar and Features,' we're firm believers in delivering upbeat, informative content that empowers you to engage with diversified options and feel inspired by South Carolina. Because together, we fuel South Carolina's growth. Welcome aboard; click on our responsive calendar below to learn about each day's event!!
SC Calendar and Features - your 'Daily Sip' Calendar of Activities
Lexington County Peach Festival 110 Rikard Circle, Gilbert, SC
SC Festival of Discovery: electrifying blues, award-winning BBQ, and community Greenwood, SC
Nature POP!® at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens 3550 Ashley River Rd Charleston, SC
Beginning Wheel Throwing Friday (July/Aug 2025) Columbia Art Center Columbia, SC
Cake Decorating & Craft Making! 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Vino & van Gogh 1818 Augusta St #112 Greenville, S
Documentary Screening: Midwest Matrix 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Columbia Museum of Art 1515 Main St Columbia, SC
Sunday Brunch Farmers Market 11:00 am - 3:00 pm The Pour House 1977 Maybank Hwy. Charleston, SC
IOP Beach Run 8:00 am -10:30 am The Windjammer 1008 Ocean Blvd Isle of Palms, SC
Active Sips:
Below you will find a collection of fresh and healthy juice recipes. All you need are the fresh ingredients and a juicer!
Beet the Blues
Looking for a refreshing and reinvigorating springtime juice treat? Look no further than Beet the Blues! To create this vitamin-rich drink, you will need a juicer. This nutrient-rich recipe contains 2 beets chopped and peeled, 3 peeled carrots, 1 green apple, 1 fresh peeled sprig of ginger, and 1/2 of chopped fresh pineapple. Beetroots are known for their rich fiber content and abundant vitamins and minerals, including folate, manganese, potassium, iron, and vitamin C. This springtime treat tastes amazing and offers health benefits. Beets are known to improve blood flow and lower blood pressure, plus boost energy during exercise.
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Begin every day by indulging in a straightforward healthy delight...
...a Sweet Carrot Snap
You will need an electric juicer, one apple, one large carrot, and a piece of fresh ginger. Chop the fruit and vegetables into pieces; peeling is optional.
Juice all the ingredients together. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Start each day with a simple healthy treat...
...a Cucumber Cooler
You will need an electric juicer, one green apple, one cucumber, a lime, and a sprigs of fresh mint. Chop the fruit and vegetables into pieces; peeling is optional. Juice all the ingredients together, and add a generous pinch of nutmeg. Stir and serve immediately and enjoy!
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More?...try a Wake Up Call
You will need an electric juicer, one apple, some fresh pineapple, a lemon, honey, nutmeg (powder, not whole) and a piece of fresh ginger. Chop the fruit and vegetables into pieces; peeling is optional. Juice all the ingredients together, and add a generous pinch of nutmeg. Stir and serve immediately and enjoy!