Took the family to the Reggae Block Dance last night. Here’s the 8-year-old’s assessment:

I thought it was fun even though I could not see. First of all if you’re taking kids, get there early. So you can get seats on the Custom House because if the kids get tired of the music and dancing they can play in that little lawn. That’s where ALL the kids hangout.

 

If you get there late and find an ok parking spot 2or3 blocks away take a pedicab. It’s the right thing to do. Also if you get there late don’t get stuck in traffic around the front and don’t go to either side you can’t see, go to the little lawn by The Custom House.

 

If you’re looking for food, go to the market, or just eat at home. But IF you’re looking for dessert go to Koolie, they have THE BEST ice cream in Charleston! I suggest that you should get the caramel. But it does not matter, they are all good! After you’re finished, go to the market when it’s not too crowded. We got a blinking necklace for 3 bucks. Also try to stop by the candy store. Mark my words, don’t go if you have a 5 year old or younger.’

The crowd was pleasant and happy to be there. The Dis n Dat Band, a local violinist (David… can’t remember his last name), and Pato Banton kept the crowd grooving, and the night was perfectly pleasant. Great night to be outside, swaying in the moonlight.

If you missed last night’s Reggae event, you’ll get a chance to catch a similar event next Saturday night when the Sister City Jazz Block Party takes over the same spot.