Time for jokes

There’s always time for jokes.  Happy Friday! 

Introducing one of our Sponsors, Bull Dog Tours

Say Hello to Bulldog Tours, a favorite among Charleston's Tour Companies. Voted as Charleston's  "Best Tour" company for 8 years, that says a lot. They have a been a faithful supporter of Cupcake Camp Charleston and we are forever grateful for their generosity. Bulldog Tours offers a variety of tours to choose from: walking, group, culinary, or history to name a few.  Whatever you choose, Bulldog will complement your family and friends when they visit Charleston. More information can be found at Bulldog Tours. Contact them today, you won't regret it!

If you would like to become part of the Sponsor family, email cupcakecampcharleston@gmail.com today. We are up to 15 Sponsors! There's always room for more!

Introducing one of our Sponsors! Meet Monique Stinson

Meet Monique Stinson! Monique Stinson is a licensed social worker and Certified Family Court Mediator. She obtained her Bachelor in Social Work (BSW) degree from Auburn University and her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of South Carolina. Monique is Licensed as an Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice (LISW-CP). She has current experience with individuals during their incarceration and certified as a Correctional Health Professional (CCHP). She also works with individuals and family in crisis. She has worked as a Clinical Counselor at the Charleston Center in both the Women's Intensive Outpatient & juvenile drug court programs.  She continues to provide drug and alcohol education when needed. She has also worked at the Cannon Street YMCA and the Father to Father Project as a parenting coordinator before venturing off to open her own small business. Previously she counseled Individual and Families at Oasis Christian Counseling in Moncks Corner. Additionally, Monique has experience with adjunct instructing for The New School University, Springfield College and Trident Technical College, as well as academic advising with Coastline Community and Excelsior Colleges.
This vast experiences over the past 20 years has also given Monique a chance to participate in social work activities on a national level.
 Licenses/Certifications:

• LISW-CP - Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice
• EAS-C - Employee Assistance Specialist - Clinical
• CCHP - Certified Correctional Health Professional
• SAP - Substance Abuse Professional
• ADSAP/PRI Group Facilitator
• Family Court Mediator 
• MRT - Moral Reconation Therapy Facilitator

More information can be found online at www.amethyst-consulting-and-counseling-llc.com. Monique can be reached at monique@amethyst-consulting-and-counseling-llc.com.

If you would like to become a Sponsor, email cupcakecampcharleston@gmail.com today!

Meet one of our judges, Rick Rice!

As you know, we are bringing back our baking competition. This year we have three categories: Best Tasting, Best Decorated and Best Holiday theme. Meet Rick Rice, from Palmetto Brewing, one of our three judges! 

A native of Buffalo, NY, Rick Rice attended Gannon University in Erie, PA, where he graduated with a B.A. in Communication Arts, and entered into the world of broadcasting. Prior to moving to Charleston to assume the role of Location Manager at Palmetto Brewing Company, the previous 18 years had seen him in Asheville, NC, managing two properties for iHeart Media. As Program Director for WROO in Greenville, SC, and WQNS in Asheville, Rick worked closely with the craft beer community, partnering with the Asheville Brewers Alliance on multiple efforts including Asheville Beer Week.  

While working with individual breweries, Rick launched several efforts, including theBehind the Tap video series, Beer-of-the-Month promotion, and Taproom Tour on-location broadcast events. 

Rick has also worked for several sports organizations as a public address announcer, including the Southern Conference Basketball Tournament, UNC Asheville Basbetball, three professional hockey teams, and two Minor League Baseball teams, including 17 seasons as the voice of the Asheville Tourists. Rick and Stacy, his wife of 17 years, currently reside in Charleston, SC.

A Charity is Chosen! Pattison's Academy

This year's charity is Pattison's Academy. We have worked with them before and are excited to have them back. Pattison's Academy is an education and rehabilitation academy providing comprehensive year-round programs to support children with disabilities and their families. More information can be found at www.pattisonsacademy.org. Thank you for your support!

Tuesday Stats!

21 Weeks to go! We have 14 Bakers, 12 Volunteers, 11 Sponsors, 1122 Facebook fans, 914 Twitter followers, 601 Instagrammers, and 43 Eventbrite attendees! It will be here before you know it! Don't forget to register, sign-up to attend, like us, follow us, and tell everyone you know!