We've been busy girls the last few weeks. Taking part in some of Charleston's quintessential springtime events has been just what we needed to get over the February blues. Instead of a To Do list, we wanted to recap what's been going on in the life of McKay recently. We wish you a happy Easter/Spring Break week and hope that you will be with family & friends and able to just enjoy! Cheers!
Gullah singers serenaded the first visitors to the Charleston Wine + Food Festival (March 4-7) and the Sneak Preview of the 2010 Culinary Village. The music was a perfect pairing to the Festival's kick-off in Marion Square. We especially loved the joggling board and authentic wares.
"Rice & Beans" artwork displayed the likeness of local, acclaimed Chef Mike Lata, FIG, in addition to other recognizable locals. Proceeds from the silent auction items benefitted the Wine + Food Festival's signature charity, Louie's Kids, a local non-profit organization that helps to fight childhood obesity nationwide.
This year's Bubbles & Sweets...With a Twist! was a veritable candy land under the main tent in Marion Square. Inspired by everything sweet (and bubbly), local and national pastry chefs served desserts that included everything from bubble gum ice cream, candied apple turnovers to chocolate three-ways. The crowd danced enthusiastically to local live band, Hot Sauce, a new addition to this year's Bubbles which has previously been deejayed. We were in heaven!
We were happy to be involved again with Charleston Waterkeeper, Cyrus Buffum, and his organization's first annual Water Ball, held March 27th at the S.C. Aquarium. With more than 300 guests in attendance, the Water Ball more than met its goal of educating and involving more of the local public in our fight for clean water. We are proud to be involved with this group of amazing individuals, and really can't wait to see what will be next!
We were up early this past Saturday morning, getting ready for the Cooper River Bridge Run from both directions! Mackenzie coordinated Team BANa runners at the Start, while Elizabeth waited at the Finish, armed with thousands of BANa to give to thirsty, depleted runners and walkers.
BANa [Serious Rehydration] also took part in the two-day Expo held at the Gaillard Auditorium, educating and informing the public about the benefits of BANa to serious athletes and beyond.
Team BANa runners celebrated "getting over it" and the completion of their 6.2 miles. BANa hosted an [After-Run] Party for Team BANa runners, walkers, supporters, family and friends above The Smoking Lamp across from the Finish Festival, overlooking Marion Square. It could have been warmer, but the company could not have been better. We are so excited for BANa and the great opportunities that are sure to come. Up next - Family Circle Cup! Keep track of us on twitter @BANaBottlingCo.
"Rice & Beans" artwork displayed the likeness of local, acclaimed Chef Mike Lata, FIG, in addition to other recognizable locals. Proceeds from the silent auction items benefitted the Wine + Food Festival's signature charity, Louie's Kids, a local non-profit organization that helps to fight childhood obesity nationwide.
We were happy to be involved again with Charleston Waterkeeper, Cyrus Buffum, and his organization's first annual Water Ball, held March 27th at the S.C. Aquarium. With more than 300 guests in attendance, the Water Ball more than met its goal of educating and involving more of the local public in our fight for clean water. We are proud to be involved with this group of amazing individuals, and really can't wait to see what will be next!
BANa [Serious Rehydration] also took part in the two-day Expo held at the Gaillard Auditorium, educating and informing the public about the benefits of BANa to serious athletes and beyond.
We would love for you to share with us any of your experiences or photos from some of these events or any other recent goings-on that we did not include. We can't do it all, but we sure do try! Don't forget to follow us @McKayFreelance.
