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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In the current Charleston Regional Business Journal’s article, “Deals of the Year” seven clear signs that signify a striving, thriving Charleston, SC are examined.

1. Boeing’s decision to assemble Dreamliners in North Charleston launched the Lowcountry in the global business’s radar as the next-generation world class aerospace hub and create 4,000 jobs for the area. Boeing also bought Vought, the Dreamliner fuselage assembly plant in North Charleston, SC bringing this key supplier back in the Lowcountry.   
2. The State Ports Authority (SPA) manages to keep the world’s largest shipping line, Maersk, on board and calling on Charleston, SC until at least 2014. Along with this came the announcement, TBC Corp, the parent company of Tire Kingdom and other retail stores, to build a logistics center in the rural Jedburg and Carnival Cruise Lines announced it will begin offering cruises from Charleston. The SPA will be resigning the downtown Union Pier Cruise Terminal.
3. The Clemson University Restoration Institute in North Charleston was awarded a $45 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy combined with $53 million matching funds to build a test facility for the “next generation” of wind turbines at the former Navy Base. This could make the Lowcountry a magnet for wind energy manufacturing jobs and allow Clemson University to offer its engineers the chance to do cutting-edge research.
4. SPA Signs Contract with New Chief Executive, Jim Newsome. Newsome has excellent international shipping credentials to help raise the Port of Charleston’s standing on the East Coast.
5. Congress approved the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act which funded a wide variety of projects that have helped local firms keep working, such as re-roofing of public housing and construction projects at the state’s military installations. It also directed $700 million to help SC state government, most of it for schools.
6. State Treasurer Converse Chellis pleads with State Budget and Control Board to support a $9.2 million loan to fix the 65 year old USS Laffey. The World War II ship nicknamed, “The Ship that Would Not Die” was in serious danger of sinking. The ship rest at Patriots Point, a huge tourist and revenue generator for the Lowcountry.
7. The Hollings Cancer Center received NCI designation from the National Cancer Institute along with $7.37 million to Hollings and MUSC. That amount is expected to spur an additional $20 million in research funding in the next five years. The recognition means Hollings can attract top researchers, who bring with them cutting-edge technology, clinical trials, and ideas.

The Lowcountry is making great stride in technological, industrial, and environmental innovation.   It has always been a great place to live and these seven “deals” made this year will only aid to the growth and economical recovery to the place we all love to call home.

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Drew Sineath - A Familiar Face…And a Rich Lowcountry Heritage Drew Sineath & Associates, Inc., is located in the heart of Goose Creek where Drew grew up and where he has chosen to rear his own family. Berkeley County is one of the fastest growing areas in South Carolina and Drew is pleased to be able to serve his clients in helping with all their real estate and mortgage needs. So when you have any real estate needs, whether you’re looking to buy, sell, finance or refinance, Drew Sineath & Associates is now a local one-stop location with excellent service.

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Drew Sineath and Dave Ramsey at Accelerate 09

The largest, most exciting event on personal finance is coming to Charleston, SC on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 and you don’t want to miss it! See Dave Ramsey as he proves that, no matter what those “other guys” say, finances don’t have to be complex and complicated. Come, laugh, learn, and prosper. 

Join Drew Sineath & Associates at the Charleston Total Money Makeover Live Event and receive a discount with Drew’s personal code. This code will allow you to register online for 15% off VIP passes and Platinum passes.  

To use the code, go to our web site at www.daveramsey.com, click on “See Dave Live”, then choose a city.  This will prompt the order form screen.  You will be given the option to enter a promo code. Enter Drew’s promo code Charleston ELP for your 15% off discount. Your passes will be directly emailed to the e-mail address provided by the person ordering.  Make sure to check the filtered mail as it may come as an attachment.  Just download and print the tickets and you’re ready to go!      

They currently have promotional pricing for general admission passes.  Once that is over, you can use the Charleston ELP promo code to get 15% off general admission as well.

As a graduate of Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University, I can personally vouch for Dave’s teachings. I am treating all my associates and their spouses to the Charleston Total Money Makeover Live Event and I also encourage them to enroll in Financial Peace University. If you would like to attend Financial Peace, Click here to find a class near you.

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Drew Sineath - A Familiar Face…And a Rich Lowcountry Heritage Drew Sineath & Associates, Inc., is located in the heart of Goose Creek where Drew grew up and where he has chosen to rear his own family. Berkeley County is one of the fastest growing areas in South Carolina and Drew is pleased to be able to serve his clients in helping with all their real estate and mortgage needs. So when you have any real estate needs, whether you’re looking to buy, sell, finance or refinance, Drew Sineath & Associates is now a local one-stop location with excellent service.

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 Happy New Years Charleston, SC!  Here we go again into the 2009 New Years Eve in historic Charleston, SC.  Whether one is interested in gourmet dining at a fine dining restaurant or enjoying celebratory cocktails at one of Charleston’s bars these Featured Charleston New Years Eve Celebrations should help with your planning. 

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