The City of Charleston is hosting a Prayer Vigil to honor the nine lives lost at the Mother Emanuel AME Church. The vigil will be held this evening, Friday June 19 at 6 pm at the College of Charleston TD Arena (301 Meeting Street). Space is limited and seating will be on a first come first serve basis. Meeting Street will be closed from Calhoun to George streets starting at 5:00pm until the conclusion of the event. Congestion is expected, so motorists are asked to avoid this area if possible. Attendees are asked not to bring bags to the event. Bags will be searched. Free parking will be available at the following City of Charleston parking garages:
• 34 St. Philip Street Garage (Located on St. Philip St. between George and Liberty)
• Wentworth Garage (Located on corner of St. Philip and Wentworth)
• Gaillard Garage (Located on Alexander Street between Calhoun and George)