🌴 Touch-a-Truck, Goat Yoga, & a Must-Try Cuban Spot

Happy last day of February!

We hope you all had a great week and got to enjoy some of the gorgeous weather. We have another beautiful weekend ahead. ☀️

If you missed out on last week’s s’mores night at Bolts & Brews, there’s more to be family fun to be had this weekend. On Saturday night at 7pm, Bolts & Brews will be hosting a free movie night at their beer garden featuring Space Jam and serving free popcorn.

And if you want to plan out your March, Summerville Parks & Rec has a fun line up of classes for this month. Some of the offerings include:

• A dance class for toddlers and a caregiver

• Irish dance classes for different age groups

• Drama programs for kids

• Karate and judo classes for different age groups

• Regular tot time and story time

You can register for classes and see full descriptions of their options including dates and times here.

TO DO

Toddler Goat Yoga

Toddler Goat Yoga at Flowertown Charm – A Fun & Furry Experience!

Looking for a unique and exciting way to bond with your little one? Toddler Goat Yoga at Flowertown Charm is back! In collaboration with Charleston Toddlers and led by Krista Vera, toddler goat yoga brings movement, mindfulness, and playful farm animals together for a one-of-a-kind experience.

As the first to introduce Goat Yoga to the area in 2018, Flowertown Charm offers a special toddler-friendly class—and yes, it’s just as adorable as it sounds. Throughout the session, gentle goats will roam around, snuggle, and interact while your toddler explores easy, engaging yoga poses designed just for them.

March 2025 Class Schedule & Details

📍 Where: Flowertown Charm, Summerville, SC
📆 When: March 2nd and March 23rd
⏰ Time: 11am-12pm (Yoga session + cuddle time)
👶 Ages: 18 months – 4 years

Pricing & Tickets

💲 $27 per toddler (Includes one parent/guardian), $17 per additional toddlers
👨‍👩‍👧 Additional adults: $10 each
🎟️ Tickets: Available at Flowertown Charm

Mats will be provided for all participants!

What Makes This Class Special?

✔️ Engaging, beginner-friendly yoga for toddlers
✔️ Adorable goats to snuggle and play with
✔️ A scenic and peaceful outdoor setting
✔️ A chance to interact with other farm animals

After class, your little one will have time to snap photos and cuddle with the farm’s friendly residents, including goats, pigs, chickens, a bunny, and even a giant tortoise! You can bring along cut up apples or carrots to feed the animals. Parents are encouraged to guide their toddlers in calm, respectful interactions with the animals.

🐐 Follow @flowertowncharm on Instagram to see all the adorable baby goats and farm updates!

Spots are limited—reserve your ticket today and get ready for a morning filled with laughter, movement, and unforgettable memories.

Looking for a special way to connect with your toddler? Get ready for an amazing experience with Abstract Adventure’s parent-and-me art classes! These sessions are the perfect way to spark your little one's creativity, from ages 1 to 5, without worrying about the cleanup. Each class is a whirlwind of fun, featuring exciting themes, age-appropriate art techniques, lively music, and dance. Your child will leave each session beaming with pride over their masterpiece. Join the classes on Mondays at 9 a.m. or Thursdays at 10 a.m. at Bold Academy in Nexton. It's just $25 per session or $80 for a whole month of artistic fun. Don’t miss out—sign up now!

LOCAL EVENT

Touch-A-Truck

Get ready for an exciting family outing at the annual Touch-a-Truck event in Summerville! This free, family-friendly event offers children and adults alike the unique opportunity to explore a variety of vehicles up close. This is a great opportunity to get out, meet other families in the community, and interact with local first-responders in a non-emergency setting.

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, March 7, 2025

• Time: 6-8pm

• Location: Gahagan Park, 515 W. Boundary St., Summerville

Attendees can look forward to an evening filled with food, games, and activities including balloon art, yard games, and inflatables. The event will feature vehicles from the Summerville Police Department, Fire & Rescue, Water & Sewer, and more allowing kids to climb in, explore, and even honk the horns. Additionally, there will be fun activities hosted by local organizations, including Books and Beyond who gives out free books. Some of the food vendors at the event include Burgers N Freys, Edisto & Co., Kona Shaved Ice, and Don Sazon.

Don't miss this opportunity for hands-on learning and fun. Mark your calendars and bring the whole family to experience the excitement of Touch-a-Truck!

RESTAURANT

Social Urban Bistro

Last week, we spent our date night at Social Urban Bistro, the new Cuban restaurant that recently opened on Central Avenue (in the space formerly home to Nancy’s—RIP). Having heard so many rave reviews, especially about their green fries, we knew we had to check it out for ourselves.

Social Urban Bistro serves authentic Cuban dishes with bold, flavorful ingredients. Their menu includes picadillo, empanadas, Cuban sandwiches, and those famous green fries that everyone is talking about. They also offer several seafood options featuring local shrimp, like shrimp in garlic sauce, shrimp in chipotle sauce, and coconut curry shrimp—a great touch for Lowcountry seafood lovers.

The space is small but cozy, and the team has done a fantastic job creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. We started with the green fries as an appetizer, and they absolutely lived up to the hype. For our entrees, we ordered picadillo and pork shoulder, both rich in flavor and cooked to perfection. And then came the sweet surprise—complimentary flan and tiramisu for dessert. Both were decadent and delicious, rounding out an incredible meal.

While the restaurant doesn’t have a designated kids’ menu, we’d feel comfortable bringing our family for an early dinner. The vibe is great for a date night but still welcoming for families who enjoy trying new flavors together.

If you’ve dined at Cuban Gypsy Pantry or El Callao Latin Fusion, you’ll be excited to know that Social Urban Bistro comes from the same creator. The pride and passion behind the food are evident—not just in the dishes but in the hospitality and atmosphere. Whether you’re dining in or ordering through DoorDash, this is a must-try spot for anyone craving delicious Cuban cuisine with great vibes.

📍 Location: 820 Central Avenue, Summerville, SC
⏰ Hours: Wednesday – Saturday, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🚗 Delivery Available on DoorDash

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The Power of Showing Up, Even on Hard Days

Today was hard. Really hard. My husband is out of town, and I’m staying with my parents, which has been a huge help. But even with the extra support, my son’s behavior has been challenging.

He’s been stubborn, bossy, and just plain mean. Every little request turns into a struggle. Every attempt at connection feels like it’s met with defiance. I know he’s feeling all kinds of big emotions, but that doesn’t make it any easier in the moment. And honestly? Today, I felt defeated.

As I sat there at the end of the day, exhausted and wondering if I handled things the right way, I reminded myself of something simple but important: I am the parent. My job isn’t to be perfect. It’s to show up—steady, constant, unwavering. Even when it feels like nothing I do is working. Even when my patience is running thin. Even when I feel like I’m failing.

And the beauty of parenting? Tomorrow is a new day. A fresh start. Another chance to show up, love deeply, and guide him through his emotions, even when they come out in difficult ways.

So tonight, I’m choosing to let go of the frustration and guilt. Tomorrow, I will wake up, take a deep breath, and try again. Because that’s what love looks like in the hard moments. And one day, when he looks back, I hope he remembers that no matter what, I was there.

Love,

The Berks 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 

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