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🌴 $1 Yard Sale, Splash Pads, and Cinco de Mayo Fun
Plus how to find a unique gift for Mom while supporting local.
Daniel Berk & Courtney Berk
May 02, 2025
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May has arrived! Whether you’re trying to cool off with the kids outside, planning your weekend around tacos and music, or hunting for the perfect Mother’s Day gift (and a few $1 yard sale treasures), we’ve rounded up everything you need to make this week feel like summer’s early kickoff.
Mark your calendars for Summerville’s first MayFest next weekend on Saturday (May 10th) from 1-4pm. It’s going to be a great time with music, food trucks, free games, and more right in Hutchinson Square. This is a charity fundraiser for Parent Partnership, a local charity that supports single parents and vulnerable families.
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Local Splash Pads
Doty Park Splash Pad
Splash pad season is here! ☀️💦 The temps are rising, and local splash pads are starting to open — perfect for cooling off with the kids! But heads up: many are currently running on limited schedules, which can make planning tricky. To help, we’ve rounded up the operating hours for nearby splash pads throughout May so you know exactly when to go.
💦 Hours: Open daily from 9am-6pm (if it looks like it’s not on, it’s because you have to push a button to turn it on 😉)
💲Cost: Park entry is $2/per person over 3, can purchase a yearly family pass for $40
📍 Address: 200 Renken Rd, Summerville
💦 Month of May: Open on weekends, Mondays 10am-12pm for Tot Time, and Wednesdays 10am-12pm for homeschoolers
☀️ Summer Hours: Open daily May 30th-August 12th (modified hours resume after that until end of September)
💲Cost: Free
📍 Address: 320 N. Laurel St. Summerville
‼️ Doty Park Splash Pad has a water wheelchair for use free of charge to allow access to all in the splash pad. Reserve the wheelchair by calling the community center at 843-510-0005. They also just installed new sun shades!
Wannamaker Park Splash Pad (The Sprinkler)
💦 Hours: Open daily until end of September from 10am-6pm, on Wednesdays it opens at 11am
💲Cost: Park entry is $2/per person over 3
📍 Address: 8888 University Blvd. North Charleston
💦 Month of May: Open on weekends from 10am-6pm, Wednesdays Saturdays 9am-10am and Wednesdays 10am-12pm for Tot Time (0-4 year olds), Fridays 10am-12pm for homeschoolers (ages 5+)
☀️ Summer Hours: Open daily 10am-6pm after May 30th
💲Cost: Free
📍 Address: 147 Old Moncks Corner Road, Goose Creek
LOCAL EVENT
Mother’s Day Market and Yard Sale
Looking for a fun way to shop for Mother's Day and support a great cause? Join the Lowcountry MomCo this Saturday at Journey Church in Ladson for their biggest fundraiser of the year — the Mother’s Day Market & Yard Sale!
From 8am-1pm, you'll find an incredible multi-family yard sale featuring over 40 families — with most items priced at just $1! Expect great deals on clothing for the whole family, home décor, kitchenware, furniture, and more.
In addition to the yard sale, explore a vendor market with 20+ local small shops, perfect for finding that special gift for the moms in your life. We’ve spotlighted some of the amazing vendors you’ll see below. Plus, there will be food trucks (The Ice Cream Team, Miracle’s Tasty Express Hot Dogs, and O’Latte Coffee), a Mother’s Day card-making station, and a bounce house for the kids — making it a festive event for the whole family!
Every dollar raised from the yard sale supports Lowcountry MomCo, a faith-based community of moms committed to offering encouragement, friendship, and support.
This is a great event to support local families and vendors while buying thoughtful gifts for the mothers, grandmothers, and other mother figures in your life— all while supporting a community cause!
🗓 When: Saturday, 8am-1pm
📍 Where: Journey Church, Ladson, SC
Vendor Spotlight
While you’re browsing the Mother’s Day Market, be sure to check out these amazing local vendors for thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts. Whether you’re shopping for Mom, a favorite teacher, or getting a head start on Father’s Day, you’ll find something special. Can’t make it to the market? No worries — many vendors have online shops so you can still support local and grab a great gift from home. Just click on their names to see more about their business!
“It brings me so much joy to share my handmade creations with you—whether you’re treating yourself or finding the perfect gift for someone special. I will be featuring silicone bead wristlets, car charms, keychains, and bookmarks. I can't wait for you to explore and enjoy my creations as much as I love making them!” -Jessica
“Homestead Glass is here for all your glassy gifting and decor needs! Whether a quick gift or a custom creation, we have something for everyone.” -Jamie
“At Rolack Crafts LLC, we turn your visions into memorable, handmade gifts such as tumblers, pens, car coasters, and so much more! Everything is crafted with love in Summerville, SC. Perfect for everyone seeking that special touch!” -Savanna
“The Pantry was created from my love for making everyday items for my family. I was searching for more natural snack alternatives for my daughter and thought, "Can't I just make these myself?" I am proud to offer families not only copycat versions of their favorite snacks but also those their kids will love. On Saturday, I’ll offer jalapeño cheddar bagels, French toast bagels, honey wheat bread, healthy fruit snacks, homemade Cheez-It crackers, oatmeal cream pies, and strawberry shortcake cookies.” -Caylin
“Ready to add a little magic to your next vacation? Pixie Dust by Cari specializes in Disney, Universal, and cruise travel planning, taking the stress out of booking so you can focus on the fun. From theme park thrills to ocean escapes, I’ll handle every detail — so you can simply show up, relax, and make unforgettable memories. Come by on Saturday for a consult, to request a quote and win some free Disney merchandise!” -Cari
FROM OUR SPONSOR
The Dream Maker Agent
Ernest Govan is our realtor, our family’s realtor, and many of our friends’ realtor.
When we moved to Summerville from Chicago in 2021, we had no idea which area of Charleston we wanted to live in long term, or when, or why.
We started by renting a house in White Gables (Knightsville). We liked it, but eventually we wanted somewhere that was our own, to put down roots, to really build a house we could call home.
Ernest Govan, the Dream Maker Agent was the realtor we chose to use, and we’ve recommended him dozens of time over the last 2 years.
Ernest was an A+ realtor from our passive search to active search to offer, negotiations, paperwork, and closing. I’ve since recommended Ernest to my family (twice) and any friends that ask for realtor recommendations.
Interested in chatting with Ernest about your next home adventure? Look no further. You can email him below or simply reply to this newsletter and we’ll connect you with him personally!
And if you’re currently on the hunt for a house, he has a four bed, two bath house in Goose Creek (not far from Central Creek Park) in the highly sought after Crowfield neighborhood with an open house this weekend! Check out the house here.
Cinco de Mayo in Summerville
Photo courtesy of Margaritas Mexican Restaurant.
Cinco de Mayo is almost here — and at Madres, one day just isn’t enough! They're bringing the fiesta all weekend long with live music, DJs, and unbeatable drink specials that’ll have you dancing from Friday to Monday.
🎊 Celebration Dates:
May 2, May 3, and May 5 (Closed Sunday, May 4 to recharge for the final round!)
🎶 Entertainment:
Live DJs on Friday, Saturday & Monday
Jam Alley performing live on Saturday from 6-9pm
🍹 Drink Specials All Weekend:
$4.99 House Margaritas and $18 Pitchers of Dos XX Amber Beer
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Margaritas-style with a festive evening full of music and family fun.
📅 Sunday, May 5
🎶 Live Music: 5-10pm
🎉 Piñata Contest: 5pm
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at The Pickle Bar with an unbeatable taco bar, drink specials, and live music by Joe Wheaton, brought to you by Low Country Orthopedic!
📅 Monday, May 5 | 🕕 6–9 pm | 💵 $10 per person
Includes beef & chicken, tortillas, black beans, toppings, chips, salsa, and queso!🍹 Drink Specials: $5 Margaritas, $4 Modelo Cans, $4 Corona Premier
PALMETTO PIECE
The Good List
I love this idea. It’s so easy to get swept up in stress, worry, and frustration—to let the hard moments take center stage. But just as easily, we forget the small, beautiful ones that lift our spirits: a kind stranger, a quiet pause, a shared laugh with family. That’s why I love this simple practice. It’s not just about gratitude; it’s about remembering. When I look back on those little entries, I can relive the joy tucked into ordinary days—and suddenly, life feels a little fuller. I started mine this week, and already it’s helping me let the good moments take up more space—and shrink the weight of the hard ones.
Love,
The Berks 👨👩👦👦
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