Happy Labor Day Weekend!

We’re wishing your family a weekend full of connection and relaxation! Fingers crossed that the rain holds off so we can enjoy events going on this weekend and spend some time outdoors. On our Instagram we’ll share more events to look forward to later on in the week so follow us there if you haven’t already!

☝🏼 Does your family love a scavenger hunt? Get outside and search for all 24 sculptures in Azalea Park and downtown Summerville! Use this brochure to guide your tour and learn more about each sculpture. And for the first family to find all 24 sculptures, Palmetto Parents will send you a $25 gift card to Talucci’s Bakery. Just send a picture of your family on the hunt to [email protected].

Pro tip: spend some time searching for all the live turtles in the ponds in Azalea park, too! Our family loves to turtle watch there and play at the Discovery Garden in Azalea Park.

Other scavenger hunt options:

If you work in tech and call Summerville home, this is your sign. Summerville Tech Connect is a laid-back, community-driven group for local technologists who want to build real connections outside the office.

Whether you’re a software engineer, IT wizard, data nerd, or just someone who loves all things tech, this group is all about coming together, sharing ideas, and having a little fun while we’re at it.

Upcoming Meetups:

No pitches. No pressure. Just good people, cool venues, and a community you’ll be glad to be part of.

Come join the community! Click here to join.

Bolts & Brews, Summerville’s beer garden, has a full weekend of family fun lined up, and there truly is something for all ages! Our family loves the laid-back vibe there—it’s the perfect spot to relax, enjoy a drink, and be outside while the kids play. Kick off your weekend Friday night with the Lowcountry Fish Camp food truck from 4:30–7:30pm, or stop by for one of these amazing events over the weekend. Check their Facebook page for any updates for the weekend (especially with the weather being a little dicey).

On Saturday from 2-3pm head to Bolts & Brews for a special storytime for preschool and elementary aged kids. This month’s story is “If You Take A Mouse to School.” Slushies will be available for purchase!

For families with older children, Southern Hatchets Axe Throwing will be on-site from 4-7pm for some outdoor axe throwing! Shawerma House with also be there for some tasty food while you throw.

Make & Much is happening from 2-4pm on Sunday afternoon at Bolts & Brews. Snow cone truck Sno Biz will be there and there will be a station set-up for kids to make their own thumbprint bookmarks (suitable for ages 3 & up).

When our family is craving barbecue, Swig & Swine is always at the top of the list. It’s become our go-to spot in Summerville—not just because the food is loaded with flavor, but because the experience is quick, easy, and family-friendly. Whether we’re grabbing dinner on a busy weeknight or ordering catering for a larger event, Swig & Swine never disappoints.

One thing that sets them apart is affordability. Barbecue can sometimes be pricey, but Swig & Swine has weekly deals that make it much easier to enjoy without breaking the budget:

And if you’re dining with kids, the menu makes it simple—just $6 for options like a pulled pork sandwich, mac and cheese, chicken fingers, or grilled cheese.

Swig & Swine also does an excellent job with catering, which we’ve used for family gatherings before. Their meats and hearty sides feed a crowd with ease, making it an easy choice for events or celebrations.

All in all, Swig & Swine hits the sweet spot: delicious barbecue, a welcoming atmosphere, kid-friendly meals, and wallet-friendly specials. If you haven’t stopped by yet, this is your sign to go!

Struggling with back or neck pain? After three spine surgeries, Daniel nearly faced a fourth—until he started seeing Dr. Stoller at Active Care Family Chiropractic in Hutchinson Square. Through adjustments, cupping, and personalized therapy, he avoided surgery and got back to running pain-free. From spinal decompression to acupuncture and massage, their services support the whole family. Courtney started going too to get help with the common neck and back pain that comes on from all things in motherhood!

Mention Palmetto Parents and get 50% off your first visit (exam, x-rays, and treatment included). Excludes Medicare/Medicaid due to federal law.

📞 Call (843) 871-2472 to book.

In this week’s episode of the Two Dads in Tech podcast, Nir Eyal, bestselling author of Indistractable, tells a story about a quiet afternoon spent with his daughter. They were flipping through a book of games and activities when one question stopped them: "If you could have any superpower, what would it be?"

It’s a question many of us have asked, or been asked, by our kids. But Nir couldn’t remember her answer. Why? Because he had picked up his phone. Just for a second. Just to check something.

He missed the moment. And he remembered the moment he missed.

We talk a lot about screen time and how to manage our kids' access to technology. But as parents, we’re often just as distracted—scrolling, checking, replying, refreshing. Nir calls attention “the skill of the century,” and he’s right. Because the truth is, our attention is a superpower. And it’s one we already have… if we choose to use it.

This week, try keeping your phone in your pocket for just five extra minutes during bedtime stories, dinner, or a backyard adventure. See what you notice. Hear what your kids say. You might be surprised how much magic lives in those little moments—if we’re looking.

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Love,

The Berks 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦