Being Savvy: Activities, things to do with your preschoolers, toddlers and kids in Charleston, SC

Welcome to Savvy Source Charleston!

by Nicole

Hey y'all. Welcome to the brand-spanking new site, Savvy Source Charleston! I'm your host, Nicole, and I'm thrilled to be here with you to share tips, tricks, and traps of the preschool scene throughout the beautiful Lowcountry. I'm a relative newcomer to Charleston, transplanted here last summer by a move for my husband's career. After a long gypsy phase, something about the sand and sunshine ... Read more >

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What's in a name?: Getting to know Charleston

by Nicole

I didn't grow up in South Carolina, so I never took the state history course and know very little about Charleston's rich history. (I can, however, tell you all about Arizona, if you're interested. Takers?) I'm definitely looking forward to learning more about Charleston's past with my children, and what better place to begin than with the name. Kids are naturally curious about their own ... Read more >

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Wine, not Whine: Date Night Ideas for Mom and Dad

by Nicole

There's a lot to be said for playing together as a family. There's also a lot to be said for getting out of the house with your partner and enjoying some uninterrupted conversation and a guarantee that you won't have to wipe anyone's butt during dinner. Get a babysitter, turn the cell phone to vibrate, and get out of the house sans little people. You'll recharge and the kids will have a great ... Read more >

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have manners? yes, ma'am!

by Nicole

My first few months living in the South brought a bit of culture shock for me. Here, people say "ma'am" and "sir" as a matter of routine (and respect), gentlemen actually hold doors for you (especially if they notice you juggling small children, which is fabulous!), and all the friends I made seemed to have a stash of gorgeous monogrammed correspondence cards. I've come to appreciate the ... Read more >

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enriching the preschool fun at home

by Nicole

Preschool is great -- fabulous, in fact. I love hearing about my daughter's morning and seeing the artwork and worksheets she brings home from school. I am always impressed by the lessons her teacher plans. But time at preschool isn't everything. As parents, we can make good efforts to reinforce the lessons from preschool at home as well! How? Well, it's mostly about tuning into what your ... Read more >

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