2nd Sunday on King Street

For fans of Charleston culture

Guess Who’s Coming

Hotel Richemont & Two Bit Club presents a special 2nd Sunday event… with Santa!

Experiences, Guess Who’s ComingSusan Lucas

It’s an art event/hotel tour that will showcase/benefit Charleston Pro Bono.

There will be three rooms room open for touring, with light bites and drinks, as well as a well loved artist in the court yard. Special guests - Santa Claus on the patio and the Pink Figgy in the valet area - will be in attendance for pictures. The Two Bit Club is baking holiday Vietnamese cookies and making hot chocolate for the kids. Patrons will be given a card with the locations to visit, and if they check them all off - they can return the card to the Charleston Pro Bono table in the garden room, where they will be entered for a chance to win a stay at Hotel Richemont. It is likely there will be a few other surprises along the way as well. All of this, along with live music, will make an exciting holiday event!

Here is a list of Hotel Richemont rooms/artists and locations to visit on Sunday:

Suite 201: Gallavantor and Don't Sass Me Soy Candles

Suite 202: Christy Kinard and Lil Tuft Co

Suite 214: Matt Hanagriff/HNGRFF and Pupcountry Candles

Courtyard: Danielle Cather-Cohen

Garden room: Charleston Pro Bono Legal Services information table

Patio: Santa Valet: The Pink Figgy

The Luminous Art of Lithophanes rescheduled for November 9th

Art, Artist Spotlight, Guess Who’s ComingSusan Lucas
Lowcountry lithophanes

Lithophane Nightlight

There’s something magical about holding a seemingly ordinary piece of porcelain up to the light and watching a detailed image emerge from within. This is the world of lithophanes—sculptures that reveal hidden images when backlit, transforming varying thicknesses of translucent material into gradients of light and shadow. The word “lithophane” comes from Greek, literally meaning “light in stone.” These works of art are created by carving or molding translucent porcelain into panels of varying thickness. Thicker areas appear darker when backlit, while thinner sections allow more light through, creating a grayscale image that glows from within.

Lithophanes emerged in early 19th-century Europe. The mid-to-late 1800s marked their golden age, when they adorned Victorian homes as window panels, lampshades, and fire screens—serving as affordable art for the middle class. Traditional lithophanes required exceptional skill, with artisans carefully carving molds to create varying depths. Today, 3D printing and digital tools have revived the art form, making creation accessible to modern artists while preserving the enchanting effect.

What makes lithophanes captivating after nearly two centuries? Perhaps it’s the hidden image waiting to be revealed, or the mastery required to transform solid material into ethereal light and shadow—quiet testaments to human creativity and the timeless appeal of light itself.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

At the 2nd Sunday Hospitality Tent (in front of the Apple Store): Meet Blane Shirley, Owner, Lowcountry Lithophanes and see some of his mesmerizing products.

September with MUSC HOLLINGS LOWVELO

Guess Who’s ComingSusan Lucas

LOWVELO / [ low·vel·oh ] / Noun. A combination of the words Lowcountry and velo, the French word for “bike.” A cycling event that brings a dedicated group of riders, volunteers, virtual participants, sponsors and staff members together to raise funds for innovative and lifesaving cancer research at the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center: MUSC Hollings Cancer Center in Charleston. The ride this year is November 1st. Ask questions and Register here.

Ride with LOWVELO for MUSC Hollings. Sign up at 321 King Street.

Charleston Dental Studio

Business, Guess Who’s Coming, ShoppingSusan Lucas

Hear more about your future smile at 253 King Street

Charleston Dental Studio provides an unparalleled dental experience focused on advanced care, patient education, and genuine connections. From your first visit, you’ll notice a welcoming environment where your needs and goals are top priority. They can help you achieve a healthy, confident smile that lasts a lifetime.

Dr. Julie Driscoll leads Charleston Dental Studio with expertise and passion. A graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina, Dr. Driscoll has completed extensive training in cosmetic and general dentistry. Known for her artistry and attention to detail, she is dedicated to helping each patient achieve their ideal smile. She wants her patients to look forward to their dental visits and leaves no stone unturned to foster a positive experience. She is passionate about creating beautiful, healthy smiles and takes the time to understand your unique goals and needs. Whether you want to enhance your smile or improve your oral health, Dr. Driscoll is here to help. Schedule a consultation today and experience the difference her compassionate, patient-focused approach can make for your smile.

Also at 2nd Sunday in July

Art, Food, Guess Who’s ComingSusan Lucas

At the Information Tent kookoomonkey will hold a raffle to benefit Meowdog Rescue. Purchase a ticket to win a sweatshirt with your school/logo design on it from kookoo!

No dairy, no problem! Nautical Bowls serves cool and healthy açaí bowls for you in front of Lululemon at 279 King Street.

Of course you’ll want a lobster roll! Look for our friends &Lobster at Beaufain Street, right next to James Browns Famous Peanuts.

The International African American Museum is open today from 10-5:00 at 14 Wharfside Street. Get out of the heat and into history. The experience is profound.

At 2nd Sunday on King Street this month

Art, Charleston Made, Guess Who’s Coming, ShoppingSusan Lucas

Welcome Hannah Staib’s Indulge In Art collection. You’ll recognize her subject matter, dear to Charleston hearts. Look for Hannah on the bricks with Rebecca Illustrated, Tate Nation, Elise Carmichael and Lauren Ridenour. (You’ll find the bricks between Wentworth and Market Streets.)

Spartina 449 has a Sale on Sale! Already marked down merchandise will be an additional 30% off. Just in time to snag those last-minute looks before Summer ends! They’ll also have special 2nd Sunday door busters and refreshments! 231 King Street

Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: The Exhibit: Gain an up-close understanding of the artistic success and inspiration behind Michelangelo. Experience these classics, true to size, close-up, photographable, and at your own pace. Beaufain Street

Charleston Opera Theater provides world-class opera performances for the City of Charleston and surrounding communities. Look for. them at the Sotille Marquee.

Thanks to these other 2nd Sunday on King Street Sponsors and Supporters

Crews Subaru

Koko and Company

Lively CHS Properties

Portico Longevity

Optimal Bio

Zevia

Patagonia Made

Love Shack Fancy

7Hills

Millie Lynn Boutique

Woof Gang Bakery

Sweet Jessamine Flower Truck

Flowers by Vanessa

And thanks for the delicious food!

Cotton Sky Ice Cream

& Lobster

Tonys Cheesecake

AW Shucks

Daddys

Lincoln Brews

Smash CIty

Harlow & Pearl

James Brown Boiled Peanuts

Lowcountry Lemonade

Mr. Narwhals Magnificent Snowballs

New Dog

Oyster House

Uncorked

Rusty Bull

Good for our community, sources for information:

Alzheimer's Association 

Ovarian Cancer

Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments

Your favorite happenings at 2nd Sunday on King Street this weekend, Part One!

Art, Books, Experiences, Guess Who’s Coming, ParkingSusan Lucas

Wabi Sabi Food Truck will be there. a.w. Shucks will be alfresco. So will Lib’s Diner. And Lobster—specifically & Lobster! So many food options! Watch your email for Sunday’s schedule of events.

Super Bowl Sunday, Valentine's Day Eve and 2nd Sunday Rolled into One Fun Day

Art, Guess Who’s ComingSusan Lucas

2nd Sunday on King Street continues its monthly schedule Sunday, February 13, announced by Susan Lucas, President of the Charleston Peninsula Preservation Trust (CPPT), the non-profit that manages and produces 2nd Sunday. 

“Covid protocol: Please social distance, wear masks, wash hands, and update your vaccinations to protect yourself, your loved ones and our community. Avoid misinformation. Here’s a link to CDC facts about the pandemic.

“We are back and happy to be on the street every month again. The city is providing two hours of parking free in most city garages, and everyone’s favorite boutiques, restaurants and galleries will be open. 

Shop2ndsunday.com has all the updates for people that want to follow along, as well as the barcode for parking lots and the link to purchase calendars. Come to stroll, shop, dine and enjoy Charleston’s “Main Street” on a vehicle-free, pedestrian-only afternoon. From noon to 5:00 pm.

Your Guide to 2nd Sunday December 12

Art, Books, Charleston Made, Dogs, Guess Who’s ComingSusan Lucas

See something you like? Click on the image and go there!

The Boutique Charleston at 302 King Street presents three local authors/artists this Sunday. Jack Alterman is a Charleston native and local photographer with two books, My City and and My Lazy Eye. Both books capture his unique perspective of people and places, with local and global focuses respectively.

Virginia Beach’s book, Rice and Ducks, weaves the beautiful history of the Carolina rice lands. All proceeds go toward the protection of the northern breeding grounds and protection of migratory bird habitats in the Carolina Lowcountry.

Richard Hagerty’s, American Surrealist, it’s chock-full of his stunning dream-based watercolors produced over a series of decades. His most notable pieces are featured on silk scarves, also available for sale that day.

Speaking of Charleston’s own Evening Post Books, The'll give away free copies of 62 Famous Houses with every book purchased at their Society and King “store”. Popular gift titles will be on hand, such as Gullah Cuisine, Seven Days on the Santee Delta, Rice & Ducks, New Charleston Cuisine and more!

Coming Around Again, 2nd Sunday, and It's the Holiday Version!

Experiences, Music, Guess Who’s ComingSusan Lucas

Holiday Entertainment Redefined by The Charleston Caroling Company

Bells ringing, music playing, Carolers Caroling and all the 2nd Sunday shopping, food, and magic returns to Charleston this Sunday. Pick up your gifts (our shelves are not bare!), holiday decor and your holiday events wardrobe.

Not for Santa,

Cookies are for dogs at Woof Gang Bakery, 341 King Street, and 20% off this coming 2nd Sunday!

The secret of life is enjoying the passage of time. Calendars at 2nd Sunday.

Art, Charleston Made, Guess Who’s ComingSusan Lucas
Taylor Black Designs 2022 Calendar

Taylor Black Calendars available at 2nd Sunday on King Street or online.

Part art, part schedule, part remembrance of things past. Every room should have a calendar of its own, and so should every holiday gift list. Here are some of our favorites.

1) Taylor Black Designs. The color palette of Charleston in lovely intuitive strokes and Taylor’s signature gold highlights. This calendar, like many art products, comes unbound, and the pages are perfect for framing. Look for Taylor on the bricks at 2nd Sunday or order via her website, taylorblackdesigns.com ($48) Other artists we love are Kai Andreas Skye formerly Brian Andreas ($20, remember Story People?) Vicki Sawyer’s birds with flower hats ($38) and of course…

Charleston: Water and Skies 2022 calendar.

Charleston: Water and Skies 2022 calendar.

2) 2nd Sunday’s Charleston: Water and Skies ($38). Calendar measures 8.25” wide by 12” tall. Printed on premium, matte paper that is certified by the Rainforest Alliance Program for FSC Standards. Photos are perforated on each page to remove, keep, frame. Order here.

3) Yours! We all love photos, you have a thousand on your phone. At Parabo, save $10 and support CPPT With promo code 2SUND.

Because when it's all said and done, everyone should pay attention to the beauty and richness of their lives… Do what lights you up. It's much simpler and easier than you think. Brian Andreas.