Archive | March, 2010

Meet the Interns!

30. March 2010

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Giving thanks… It takes a team to pull together the amazing events that we host, and our interns are an important part of that team.  They tirelessly give of their time because they are interested in what we do and they gain valuable experience that they can take with them into the workplace.  We have a [...]

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Bridge Run luncheon at Lowndes Grove

29. March 2010

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The Cooper River Bridge run kicked off Friday with a luncheon at Lowndes Grove.  Though it was a little windy (think Twister), it was nothing that our staff couldn’t handle and the event went off without a hitch.  The table settings were lovely, the food was delicious, and we were fortunate to host the elite [...]

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Glorious Spring!

26. March 2010

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Spring has sprung at Lowndes Grove and we are loving every minute of it.  We had to make a trek to LG this morning….It’s a tough job, but someone has to do it….and couldn’t resist taking some shots of the fabulous Spring day.  Enjoy the pics!

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A ban on salt? What’s next?

24. March 2010

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“Can that which is unsavory be eaten without salt?  Or is there any taste in the white of an egg?  The Bible, Job 6:6 If Brooklyn, NY assemblyman Felix Oritz gets his way, salt will go the way of trans fats in New York State and be banned.   In response to this absurd proposal, The New [...]

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Latif and Kristin are featured on theweddingrow.com

24. March 2010

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Many thanks to the lovely folks at The Wedding Row for featuring Latif and Kristin’s lovely William Aiken House wedding.  Designed by Luke Wilson of Fleur, this event epitomizes attention to detail.  From the perfect bouquets to the fabulous getaway car, we  love every aspect of this wedding.

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Drama is life with the dull bits cut out. ~Alfred Hitchcock

23. March 2010

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The Charleston International Film Festival is coming to the historic American Theatre.  April 8-11, the festival will screen 40 movies made locally, nationally, and internationally in our gorgeous, Art-Deco style theatre.  The Charleston Film Festival is committed to “showcase the very best of veteran and emerging filmmakers, including shorts, features, documentaries and animations of all [...]

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What’s for dinner tonight?

22. March 2010

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Even though it’s Spring, there is a chill in the air here in Charleston.  It seems like a piping hot Bouillabaisse kind of night, so we found Nico’s recipe and decided to share it with you guys.  If you make it, let us know how it turns out for you!  Enjoy…. BOUILLABAISSE by Nico Romo Ingredients Broth: 1 celery [...]

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Travel and change of place impart new vigor to the mind. ~Seneca

19. March 2010

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Think you know everything about Charleston?  It might surprise you to find out that Patrick Properties is home to Charleston’s best-kept getaway secret.  Both The William Aiken House and Lowndes Grove have guest accommodations for out of town guests or for Charlestonians looking for a getaway in your own town. Tucked away from the hustle and [...]

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Bourbon to the rescue

19. March 2010

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We just received our copies of the most recent Charleston Weddings…always an exciting day!!  Both Lowndes Grove and William Aiken House are featured throughout the magazine.  Well, after flipping through the issue to find ourselves (admit it, we all do it!), we noticed a really interesting piece entitled “Rain, Rain, Go Away.”  Though rain on [...]

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Keimi and Jesse’s beautiful William Aiken House wedding

17. March 2010

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Last Friday night, William Aiken house was thrilled to host the wedding of Keimi and Jesse.  The colors chosen by the bride and her family were stunning and really popped against the yellow of the house itself.  Photographer Jennifer Bearden captured some beautiful moments, but our favorite has to be this one. Have you ever seen [...]

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