Whether you’re new to Charleston, SC or even lived here your life, here are a few ways to ring in 2010 in true Charleston Style.
Get Wet at the Dunleavy’s Pub Polar Plunge on Sullivan’s Island
Well, it may not be as cold as the northern waters at Conney Island in NY but rest asure that the Atlantic Ocean In January even in Charleston, SC will have you shaking to your core. That however will not stop over 2,500 people from taking the annual New Year’s Day plunge to help benefit the South Carolina chapter of Special Olympics. What started almost 20 years ago as a drunken dare between friends at Dunleavy’s Pub, this event has catapulted into a well known tradition bringing in more people than Memorial Day and the 4Th of July to Sullivan’s Island, SC. In 2002 the event teamed up to help the Special Olympics and has raised over $200,000 for the organization. Some people take pledges to plunge, while others just do it for the fun. Even if you decide to stay warm on the sand, there is still fun to be had. Like many events of this nature, there will certainly be costumes and wild get-ups. Be on the lookout for Precious P and Jolly Jake, the life-size polar bears as well as the “Bucket Brigade” carrying donation buckets. If you are looking for a new tradition to kick off your new year in Charleston, SC, then join the party at Dunleavy’s Pub, 2213-B Middle Street on Sullivan’s Island, at 11 a.m. The plunge will take place at 2 p.m.
Kick Your New Year’s Resolution off Right at 8th Annual Trident United Way Resolution Run
If you are like most, you are telling yourself that 2010 is the year to finally stick to that resolution to loose those extra pounds. Well, what better day to start than the very first days of the year? Sign up for the 8th Annual Trident United Way Resolution Run to be held on Saturday at Riley Park. The entry fee is only $25 for adults, which includes a long-sleeve t-shirt and timing chip. The event will begin at Riley Park, wind around Hampton Park and the Citadel Parade Grounds, then end in Riley Park. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and parking is free. To sign up, call 843-740-9000 or visit www.tuw.org and click on Resolution Run.
Join DSA at the Riverfront Race Festival
Perhaps you have made that resolution to loose weight but need a little more time to get into the swing of things. Join me and Drew Sineath & Associates at the Riverfront Race Festival in North Charleston on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010. Drew Sineath & Associates will be sponsoring the race and I will be competing in the Half Marathon. See below for the schedule
SATURDAY JANUARY 16TH
The Riverfront Race Festival will occur during Martin L. King, Jr. weekend each year.
8:15am - Wheelchair division
8:30am - Half Marathon
8:30am - 10K
8:45am - 5K
9:00am - Family Walk
SUNDAY JANUARY 17TH
On Sunday January 17 there will be an optional 62 and 30 mile bicycle ride starting at 7:00am. The course will begin in N. Charleston at the Old Navy base at Noisette and wonder through old N Chas and the surrounding area. The bicycle race is being run by CharlestonMoves.org
THE COURSE IS VERY FLAT!
Pre-Race Dinner & Expo
The pre race awesome dinner, vendor expo, and packet pickup will occur Friday January 15 from noon-8:30.
Fees
Half Marathon & Wheelchair:
$60 until Nov 15th, $75 until Jan. 15th, $80 on race day
10K:
$30 until Nov 15th, $40 until Jan. 15th, $45 on race day
5K:
$25 until Nov 15th and $30 thereafter.
Family Fun Walk:
$10 until Nov 15th and $15 thereafter
Bike Ride:
$35 until Nov 15th and $40 thereafter
Only normal sign ups are guaranteed a bib number with name and city printed. Sign ups after Oct 12 may have a generic bib number. This is a benefit festival for ARTS in Chas County Schools.
I wish everyone a prosperous and blessed year!
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