For the sporty GOATs

For the outdoorsy ones

For the self-care superstars

• Ugly Sweater Dash | Saturday, December 2 | 8:45 a.m. | St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 206 Central Ave., Summerville | $10-$35 | Dress up in your most festive holiday sweater for this 5K run + 1-mile family fun run, plus a costume contest, festive photo opportunities, and more.
• Firefly Yoga | Saturday, December 9 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | $15 | Stretch it out + meet new friends at this outdoor, all-levels vinyasa yoga flow led by local instructor Reagan Sobel.
• Charleston Winter Series Run and Walk | Sunday, December 17 | 2-3:30 p.m. | University of Charleston Pharmacy School, 2300 MacCorkle Ave. SE | $30-$90 | A three-race series kicks off with this 5K run and 3K walk; funds support Charleston Parks and Recreation youth programs.

• Safe Sitter Class | Saturday, December 2 | 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, 2095 Henry Tecklenburg Dr. | $75 | A program for babysitters ages 11-13 to learn childcare techniques + how to respond to medical emergencies.
• CPR Certification Class | Thursdays and Saturdays | Times vary | $60-$80 | CPR Certification Charleston, 22 Westedge St., Suite 400 | Learn the life-saving skill of CPR + get an American Heart Association CPR certification card at this hands-on training.

• Stingrays Hockey: Teddy Bear Toss and Holiday Market | Sunday, December 3 | 3:05-5:30 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center | $19-$36 | Bring a stuffed animal to throw on the ice for donation to a local nonprofit, then stroll the holiday market along the concourse during this holiday-themed game.

• Inclusive Visit with Santa | Sunday, December 3 + Sunday, December 10 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Dr. (upstairs on terrace; accessible via ramp) | $40, registration required | Those with disabilities and their families are invited to visit with Santa in a disability-friendly environment; registration includes a full digital photo package.

• Early Morning Bird Watching | Saturday, December 16 | 7:30-9:30 a.m. | Carr-Richardson Park, 1071 Bender St. | Free | Bring a chair and binoculars to the park for this stationary bird watching experience to learn more about native species and connect with fellow bird watchers.

1. Start taking a vitamin D supplement to keep your mood high + health strong during these shorter days.
2. Naturally boost serotonin levels with daily exercise and a nutrient-rich diet.
3. Create a relaxing bedtime routine to help reset your body’s internal clock.

• In search of festive fun? Try this: Ice skating at Credit One Stadium. Skate the Stadium is open for the season, bringing a custom-built synthetic ice rink, cozy fire pits, concessions, and special themed event days to Daniel Island. Tickets include skate rentals + a 45-minute skating session.

• ‘Tis the season for giving — and tomorrow (Tuesday, November 28) is your chance to do just that by participating in Giving Tuesday. This global generosity event is a chance to support the Charleston community + local nonprofits by giving volunteer hours, tokens of appreciation, and monetary donations.

• In case you missed it: A new space to practice health and wellness, socialize, and connect with fellow community members is coming to North Charleston. Construction has begun on the 15,000-sqft recreation and community center on Carner Avenue, which will feature a gym, fitness areas, and a meeting space. (Live 5 News)

• The results from our recent experiment of swabbing everyday objects and incubating them for germs is all the push you’ll need to stay on top of your hand hygiene. Check out what might be lurking on your car keys or laptop keyboard ahead of National Handwashing Awareness Week, December 3-9.

• 68 million. That’s around how many turkeys are fried, roasted, and grilled by Americans between Thanksgiving and Christmas, according to the US Department of Agriculture. Learn more seasonal food facts to test your family’s knowledge at the next holiday dinner table.

• Nothing ruins the joy of the holiday season like getting sick. In light of National Influenza Vaccination Week beginning December 5, make an appointment for your flu shot with a local primary care doctor + implement these tips to help winter-proof your immune system.