City Departments, Offices & Civic Groups
I am very pleased to report to you on the state of our City. I thank you for the opportunity to serve you as your Mayor and I thank you for your sense of citizenship in the many ways that each of you serves our community as well.
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Access critical information for residents preparing for a storm or hurricane. Daily updates from Mayor Riley including current planning, helpful information and advice.
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Brian Sheehan, Ombudsman
City of Charleston
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The City of Charleston will celebrate the holiday season this December with Holiday Magic in Historic Charleston, offering family-oriented activities, performances and decorations that capture the spirit of the season for everyone in the community.
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Tickets are on sale now! Visit the new festival website at www.piccolospoleto.com to view the 700+ events that are part of this year's celebration of the arts!
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Hello, I'm Mayor Joe Riley. Welcome to the City of Charleston, South Carolina web site. We hope our citizens and visitors alike will find the information contained herein to be useful.
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“The brave acts of these nine men have touched the lives of everyone," said Charleston City Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. "These are brave, humble people ... They gave their lives unflinchingly to protect the lives of others.”
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"MOJA is one of the most important cultural projects on our arts calendar each year. It engages residents of all ages, ethnic backgrounds and economic circumstances to its wide variety of offerings. It provides for all ..., moments of repose, contemplation, and introspection" [ more ]
An Update to the City’s Historic Preservation Plan!
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Come to Charleston as our entire city becomes a stage! Piccolo Spoleto celebrates its 30th Festival Season with music, dance, visual arts, theatre and more! Visit
www.piccolospoleto.com and call (843) 724-7305 for more information.
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MOJA is a Celebration of African-American and Caribbean Arts and Culture and includes visual arts, classical music, theatre, poetry, storytelling, dance, jazz, gospel, R&B, children’s activities, traditional crafts, ethnic food and much more! Visit www.mojafestival.com for more information.
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Visit Charleston during the most wonderful time of the year! Enjoy the City’s Official Tree Lighting Ceremony, Holiday Farmers Market, Visits with Santa Claus, Parade of Boats, Christmas Parade, Chanukah in the Square, and of course Happy New Year Charleston!
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The City of Charleston will present the 4th annual Happy New Year, Charleston!, a family-friendly celebration of New Year's Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 31 from 4 to 10:30 p.m. The admission-free, non-alcoholic event brings together the community and the arts in an exciting evening of programs for all ages!
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Visit Charleston’s award-winning farmers market to buy fresh local produce and flowers, browse the amazing array of arts and crafts, enjoy live entertainment on the stage, bring the children (and your pets!) to the park to play, and stay to purchase a delicious brunch!
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Join us as our entire city becomes a stage for the 2009 Piccolo Spoleto Festival featuring 700 events over 17 days including music, dance, theatre, visual arts, children’s programs and much more! Tickets on sale now at the Gaillard Auditorium. Visit www.piccolospoleto.com for details.
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On Sunday, August 15, 2010, the community will come together to celebrate the 8th annual First Day Festival. Bring the whole family and come join us at Liberty Square at the SC Aquarium and the Charleston Maritime Center to welcome the beginning of the new school year.
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After a 3 year renovation, Charleston’s Historic Dock Street Theatre will reopen on Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 7:00 pm. Please join Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. and members of Charleston City Council for this special evening.
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It's that time of year again! The 33rd annual Cooper River Bridge Run will take place on March 27. The Expo will take place March 25 - 26. Please join us for this healthy and fun-filled event!
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The Town of Mount Pleasant and the City of Charleston will co-sponsor the Charleston Harbor Airshow with the Blue Angels, the United States Navy Flight Demonstration Squad to perform over the Charleston Harbor and over the waterways between the two cities. The event will be held during Navy Week
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Come to Marion Square on Saturdays from 8am-2pm to experience the award-winning Charleston Farmers Market. You’ll discover an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables, juried arts & crafts, and delectable baked goods available for purchase. Live music each week by local musicians and plenty of act
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Click on the link below to tell us what you would like to see at this potential facility.
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The City of Charleston has changed its internet and email domain names to charleston-sc.gov.
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It's that time of year again! Come out and join us for some of the wonderful musical, cultural & artisitic actvities and events!
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Beginning June 1, 2010, citizens and guests of Charleston will have a new online resource available for asking questions or requesting services.
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With hurricane season upon us, it is imperative for each and every one of us to be fully prepared in the event of a weather emergency.
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Rededication of the WPG bandstand as a part of the Carolina Day Celebration. Monday, June 28th, 2010, 4 o’clock p.m. (following Carolina Day parade) White Point Garden
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Soccer, Football, Softball, Baseball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Lacrosse & more! Register now to avoid late registration fees!
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The USTA has named Charleston, SC one of the top 10 tennis towns in America. It is because of the efforts and resources of Charleston, Mount Pleasant, and surrounding communities in the Lowcountry, that we attained this recognition.
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Whether an avid bike rider or someone who has not been on a bike in years, residents are encouraged to take the Civic Design Center’s Bicycle Use Survey.
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