SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCSC) - Thousands are expected to head to the 52nd annual Summerville Family YMCA Flowertown Festival.

Historic downtown Summerville will be filled with bustling crowds, vendors and local artisans for the three-day festival. Visitors are getting the chance to see the flowers in Flowertown as the seasonal bloom of Azalea flowers hits its peak.

Blooming flowers are not the only sight to see.

Organizers with the Summerville YMCA are hosting the largest numbers of vendors this year with over 400 stalls. A new pickleball bar is also available for visitors this year. The estimated 250,000 festival goers can expect gem mining and kangaroo photos by Crosswind Farm and a Plinko board game by Publix. The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be hanging around Saturday.

The Summerville YMCA is showing off their newest “Y on the Fly” van. The van comes from $50,000 in grant funding from Boeing.

Plans for the van include traveling to communities for community health programs and recreational sports. The Lowcountry Food Bank will partner with the YMCA to distribute food boxes to local rural communities. Families can also sign up for volunteer opportunities on the van.

The weekend-long event is the biggest fundraiser for the YMCA location.

The funds go toward those health and wellness programs and other causes, including the community health program, allowing children to participate in recreational sports and family memberships.

The event’s fundraising efforts date back to 1973 with the first ever festival when a small group of women fundraised for the original YMCA with a small arts and crafts event.

Summerville locals and tourists visiting the weekend-long event are not allowed to smoke, bring pets or use drones.

Parking is available in the surrounding vicinity and side roads as well as in free and pay-to-park lots.

Maps, vendors, parking and restroom information are on the Summerville Family YMCA website.

The festival will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Saturday. Visitors can enjoy the festival from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

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SUMMERVILLE, S.C. — Jason Thorpe, the Franchise Partner who opened Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar’s first franchised location in Summerville, South Carolina is celebrating a decade in the community. What started as the debut franchise unit for the brand has grown into a local favorite and flagship success story — and Thorpe is only getting started.

To commemorate the occasion, Thorpe is planning a week of specials, culminating in a 10-Year Anniversary Party on Sunday, April 27 from 2-5 p.m., featuring live music and a street celebration in front of the Shack.

Thorpe’s journey with the brand began in 2014 when he signed his franchise agreement and began developing the Summerville Shuckin’ Shack, which would open in April 2015. Since then, he has grown into a high-performing franchisee, opening a second location in West Ashley, South Carolina with plans to launch a third in the near future.

“When we opened Summerville, it really took off,” Thorpe said. “We were blessed; we got really lucky. Everything went well.”

Through his decade with the brand, Thorpe has consistently reaffirmed just how important community involvement is, noting just how impactful a hands-on, community-focused approach can be in the early days of operations.

“Jason is a shining example of what’s possible with the Shuckin’ Shack model — passionate ownership, community connection and strategic growth,” said Jonathan Weathington, CEO of Shuckin’ Shack. “Celebrating this 10-year milestone with him is a celebration of everything our franchise system is built on.”

ABOUT SHUCKIN’ SHACK:

Offering a “lifestyle experience,” Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar creates an environment that encourages guests to grab a seat, relax and take their taste buds on a trip to the coast; after all, life is too short for bland drinks and boring bars! The original Carolina Beach, NC Shack, which was just 900-square-feet, was launched in 2007 with a plan to become the go-to local hangout for people of all ages. A place where friends and family can enjoy fresh, delicious meals, cold beer, and craft cocktails in an environment that exudes fun and relaxation, Shuckin’ Shack offers exceptional seafood and creative drinks that will make guests question why they ever settled for ordinary bar offerings.

Thanks to its bold flavors and impeccable vibes, Shuckin’ Shack has continued to grow. In 2014, the brand began franchising and has since expanded to 17 units across six states. To learn more about Shuckin’ Shack, visit http://www.theshuckinshack.com.

The cost to open a Shuckin’ Shack franchise ranges from $472,000 to $1,416,420. For more information visit: www.theshuckinshack.com.

New location offers extended hours and same-day urgent care for pets-seven days a week.

SUMMERVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA / ACCESS Newswire / May 7, 2025 / AcutePet Urgent Care is proud to announce the opening of its second South Carolina location in Summerville. Conveniently located at 143 Berkeley Circle-just off Old Light Road, near the cut-through to Nexton and close to Azalea Square-this new facility offers same-day, emergency-level veterinary care in a calm, urgent care setting.

AcutePet Urgent Care Summerville, SCAcutePet Urgent Care location in Summerville, SC now open

Open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., AcutePet is committed to supporting pets and their owners during unexpected emergencies. Founded by Dr. David Sachs and Dr. Doug Hoffman, AcutePet's mission is to make high-quality veterinary care more accessible and affordable.

"Our goal with AcutePet is to provide immediate care for pets while supporting the veterinary profession we've dedicated ourselves to for over 30 years," said Dr. David Sachs, co-CEO of AcutePet. "This new location in Summerville allows us to continue that mission-offering compassionate, high-quality urgent care in a way that's both affordable and convenient for pet owners."

Dr. Doug Hoffman, co-CEO of AcutePet, added, "The Summerville community, local pet owners, and nearby businesses have been incredibly welcoming. We truly felt the excitement during our recent ribbon-cutting ceremony, which was attended by the Summerville Chamber of Commerce, neighboring businesses, our staff, family, and friends. We are honored to be part of this community and to provide immediate, affordable care for pets in need."

With more than 60 years of combined experience in the veterinary field, Drs. Sachs and Hoffman understand the critical importance of affordable, timely, accessible care. Modeled after human urgent care clinics, AcutePet provides trusted, same-day and walk-in services staffed by an experienced and compassionate team-so your pet can feel better, faster. The facility features on-site lab services, digital imaging, and outpatient anesthetized procedures, all using advanced monitoring equipment.

AcutePet currently operates locations in Beavercreek, OH; West Chester, OH; Bellevue, KY; Mount Pleasant, SC; and now Summerville, SC, with a new clinic planned for Voorhees, NJ in 2025.

For more information or to schedule a visit, please go to www.acutepeturgentcare.com.

Contact Information

Stephanie Serraino
513-836-8425

SOURCE: AcutePet Urgent Care

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