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Ukrainian war refugee lands in Charleston

By Chelsea Grinstead

Ukrainian soldier Dimitri Stadnik arrived in Charleston on May 22 with a few hundred dollars to his name and one bag on his shoulder. He had been fighting on the front lines for the past year to protect his homeland against the Russian invasion.

Although Stadnik doesn’t speak English, he can understand it fairly well. He secured an entry level corporate job for himself, and a local family recently gifted him a vehicle. His new life is just beginning.

His close friend of 25 years, Mount Pleasant psychologist Viktoriya Magid, acted as interpreter for Stadnik as he told the Charleston City Paper his story of coming to the Holy City as a refugee of war.

First time in America

As he sat in the sunny Vintage Coffee Cafe in Mount Pleasant, Stadnik said he was still reeling from the massive change of scenery. He has never been to the United States before.

“It just feels to me like two different planets,” he said of Ukraine and America. “It’s a completely different life here. There’s no connection. There’s no intersection. It’s like I came into a different world. I have to adapt to this world now. I feel like I am two different people. It feels like the old me is still there [in Ukraine].

“I didn’t just say goodbye to everything when I came to the States — I had said goodbye to everything when I left for war in 2022,” he said.

Stadnik volunteered as a civilian soldier in February 2022 when Russia invaded Ukraine. He joined the country’s armed forces the following month and served until March 2023.

“I said goodbye to my mom, my friends, my skills, my things, my co-workers,” he said. In his eyes, joining Ukraine’s military resistance was the only logical option.

“How could I live if someone else came to my country to tell me how to live?” he

said. “I couldn’t live with that. This is my motherland. I’m a free man, and I will fight for my ability to make decisions. I had no choice, basically.”

A change of fate

Stadnik, 43, said his health started to deteriorate in January 2023 after fighting on the front lines for nearly a year. He lost consciousness intermittently, and his overall physical health was poor.

After he underwent a week of standard medical testing in February, Stadnik got his answer. Doctors discovered he had a cardiac event at some earlier point, he said.

The results of his electrocardiogram (EKG) indicated heart attack-related damage. Doctors said he should not continue as a soldier because the risks were too high. Stadnik was honorably discharged in March.

He called Magid for help. Within the next few months, she helped Stadnik secure a refugee status and completed paperwork with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services to declare temporary support of Stadnik.

Now he is forming a new identity for himself as he settles down in Charleston. He is staying with Magid and her family.

“It is extremely difficult because all of my people, my comrades and friends, are still in danger,” he said. “It’s eating at me badly. But I have to live with it. It’s almost like I lost everything again a second time around, but unfortunately I am used to losing everything. On the one hand, it’s horrible and sad, but it’s something I’m familiar with.”

Magid said any American citizen can invite Ukrainian refugees to the country like she did for Stadnik.

“You don’t have to be a relative,” she said. “It’s a new law put in place about a year ago. You have to be an American citizen, and you have to be willing to assume financial responsibility for the individual or family for a few months.”

Adjusting to a new life

Since he landed in Charleston, Stadnik said the language barrier has been a struggle.

“I’m having to learn how to live all over

New museum to kick off opening with special events June 22, 24

The International African American Museum (IAAM) is celebrating its highly anticipated June 27 opening with a worship service June 22 and community gathering downtown two days later.

Morris Brown AME Church, Dr. Tonya Matthews, president and CEO of IAAM, will host a multi-faith worship service at 6 p.m. June 22 to officially mark the opening of the museum with a series of speakers including Matthews; the Rev. DeMett Jenkins, director of education and engagement for faith-based communities at IAAM; Bishop Samuel Green of the AME’s 7th Episcopal District and more.

A Community Watch Celebration will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 24 at Marion Square in Charleston. The Boeing-sponsored event is free and will include a live simulcast of the opening ceremony. Owen Kowalewski

DisUnion Pier

“Charleston has an opportunity to reimagine its waterfront and rebuild Union Pier into a special place all Charlestonians can enjoy. Unfortunately, this sure as hell isn’t it.”

—The homepage statement on satiric website DisUnionPier.com, which pokes fun at the controversial downtown Union Pier project.

GUN VIOLENCE COUNTER

3 killed, 12 others shot in S.C. over past week

Dates: May 30 - June 6.

S.C. shooting deaths: 3 people died in Charleston, Richland and Darlington counties.

S.C. shooting injuries: 12 others were hurt in Charleston, Greenville, Spartanburg, Chester, Aiken, Horry and Anderson counties.

Mass shootings: There were 14 mass shootings. This year, there have been 279 mass shootings in the U.S.

Source: gunviolencearchive.org

Sources: S.C. official and media reports

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Dimitri Stadnik said he’s still adjusting to his new life in Charleston

Charlestonians return home to celebrate and remember a friend

By Herb Frazier

As graduation day at the Avery Institute drew closer, Julia Harris’ brother encouraged her in 1941 to leave Charleston and come live with him in Washington, D.C. Instead, the 18-year-old Harris packed her bags, hugged her family on Lee Street and went to teach at an elite boarding school for Black girls in Asheville, N.C.

Harris eventually made it to the Washington, D.C., area where she spent 37 years teaching in nine schools in Montgomery County, Md. Harris will share her memories during the 75th anniversary celebration of the Charleston Club of Washington, D.C., July 7-10 in Charleston.

In 1948, Harris along with her brother William Magwood Jr. and another displaced Charlestonian Edward Deas founded the “homies-only” Charleston Club. They formed the club to socialize with other Charlestonians as they shared news from home that reached the D.C. area not by cell phone texts or Facebook posts, but by handwritten letters.

The celebration’s schedule includes the showing of a video on July 10 of Harris sharing her memories as the last of 26 charter members of the club. The presentation, however, will take an unexpected somber and reflective tone. Julia Ursuline Magwood Harris passed away June 2 at a hospital in Bethesda, Md. She would have been 100 in August.

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For the video, club members Ben and Rose Randall interviewed Harris in March at her home in Bethesda. As her condition weakened, Harris decided not to attend the celebration in Charleston.

Rose Randall was at a women’s conference at Ebenezer AME Church in Fort Washington, Md., when she was told Harris had died. “I was already in prayer mode when I received the first text that Julia’s condition had worsened,” she said. “When I got the second text to inform me of her transition, it was deep sadness, but I believe that God had it all under control and that she was at peace with her Lord.”

Club historian Ned Felder, a retired Army colonel who lives in Burke, Va., recalls that moment 35 years ago when his comment during a meeting drew a sharp correction from Harris. “She looked at me and said, ‘I know you didn’t say that.’ She corrected me. She had a powerful influence on me and all the other members.”

The next generation of the Charleston Club

It’s estimated that from the 1910s to the 1970s, 6 million Black people like Harris across America were swept up in a “great migration” from the South to Northern, Midwestern and Western cities for higherpaying jobs and a respite from the racially violent Jim Crow South, according to the U.S. National Archives and Records Administration. These accounts are told in sepia-toned family pictures alongside oral histories, traditions and favorite recipes.

In his 1971 book, The Chickenbone Special, journalist and writing coach the late Dwayne E. Walls, said during the great migration Black people knew “only three places to go: Heaven, Hell and Baltimore…

Public workshops to review county plan to be held through summer

By Skyler Baldwin

The Charleston County government is set to hold a series of public workshops through August to review the county’s 10-year comprehensive preservation and development plan and gather input on proposed changes and additions.

Per state law, the plan — which was adopted in 1999 — must be reviewed at least once every five years and updated at least once every 10 years. The most recent update was adopted in 2018.

“It helps inform staff and decision makers

as to what the community and general public would like to see in the coming years,” said Joel Evans, director of the county’s Planning and Zoning Commission.

“It’s a forward-looking plan.”

Drainage, development and transportation

“During the last round of public input, we heard a lot about drainage and flooding issues,” said Andrea Melocik, deputy director of the Planning and Zoning Commission. “After that, we ended up cre-

Baltimore — or Washington or New York or Newark, was surely the land of milk and honey, the Promised Land.” The title of Walls’ book is drawn from the experiences of Black families who packed home-cooked meals — which of course included fried chicken — before they began a journey lined with whites-only restaurants.

Today, more than 90 club members live in the Washington, D.C., area and other parts of the country. The Randalls joined the club for the reasons that attracted Harris, who befriended them as they grew closer while interviewing her for the video.

The club met five times a year initially at members’ homes and later at Ebenezer’s fellowship hall. The business part of the meetings gave way to social conversations over familiar hometown foods, red rice, okra soup, fried chicken with collard greens, and stories of sharing Johnnie Cakes and other treats with friends.

The club was a slice of Charleston sweetened with “home folk who spoke [our] language,” said Ben Randall, who was born in the carriage house behind the Sword Gate house on South Battery where his grandmother, Lavinia Washington, was a domestic worker.

The Randall family attended church with legendary blacksmith Philip Simmons. Rose Randall, the club’s president emeritus, said sharing memories of home was “one of the unique things about the Charleston Club because we all could identify going through the same things. We were all poor, but we didn’t realize it because neighbors shared whatever they had.”

Prior to the pandemic, the club’s community service included making sandwiches to feed homeless people and supporting

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ating a resilience element in the comprehensive plan.”

In addition to the new resilience element, the plan dedicates chapters to several other elements that influence life in Charleston County, including land use; economic development; natural resources; cultural resources; population; housing; transportation; community facilities; priority investment, implementation and coordination; and energy.

The energy element is more in the spotlight this time, however, as Evans said the team is looking to add more sustainability efforts to the plan. Instead of adding a new element to the plan, they plan to tie it into the existing energy element, she said.

The current energy element identifies

The loss and prevention officer at a Mount Pleasant Costco told police he had been privately investigating a shoplifting suspect for nearly a year after she apparently stuffed a $100 bottle of wine into her backpack on July 7, 2022. It is not known how many instances of shoplifting occurred after the first, or why it took so long for him to report it to the real police.

His cup runneth over

A Rivers Avenue dollar store manager told North Charleston police May 29 that a man entered the store, grabbed five cases of ginger ale and ran out of the front door, shouting, “I am the king, and I can have anything I want!” The total cost of the stolen soda was $35.50.

Walmart nesting boxes?

North Charleston police on May 31 received a complaint from a North Charleston woman who said she received a Walmart box, and inside was only another empty Walmart box. We were hoping this would keep going like some sort of Russian nesting doll situation, but there’s unfortunately no other information available.

By Skyler Baldwin Illustration by Steve Stegelin

The Blotter is taken from reports filed with area police departments between May 23 and May 31.

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Julia Harris was a charter member of the Charleston Club of Washington, D.C.

again with different rules,” he said. “I feel like a kid a little bit.”

For him, adjusting to the peaceful environment has felt the most foreign. Stadnik said he first became a civilian soldier in 2014 during the start of the Donbas conflict in eastern Ukraine when Russian forces attempted to further infiltrate the country after seizing parts of the Crimean Peninsula. Also known as the Donbas war, the Ukrainian-Russian conflict has been active since 2014 and is now a part of the current Russian invasion of Ukraine. Stadnik was wounded by an explosive in 2014, which he said may have contributed to his current heart condition.

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Martha’s Table and So Mothers May Eat in Washington, D.C. The club will hold a fundraiser during the celebration events in Charleston to benefit the Lowcountry Food Bank.

Currently, the club has 94 members. By the time of the Charleston gala, the goal is to boost membership to 100 people. The pandemic halted in-person meetings that are scheduled to resume in September

“I’m not used to the atmosphere of a country where there is no war,” he said. “I’ve known war for eight or nine years now. It’s odd. It becomes a part of you when you live with war … You get used to it. I don’t remember what it’s like to live in a country without war.”

News reports aren’t telling him every morning who is dead, what areas have been destroyed and where the current bombings are, he said.

“I’m not used to looking at the news without that. I don’t know exactly how I feel. I feel lost and confused.”

Magid said she recently spoke with Stadnik’s mother Irina who just moved from Kherson to Dnipro, where it’s a little safer. Magid and Stadnik were both born in Kherson, which has been pounded in the war.

and with the option to join virtually, Ben Randall said. Membership is not limited to people who live in the Washington, D.C. area, he added.

Felder predicts that as the club’s membership grows it will cross racial lines. “We will change simply because younger people are joining, and they bring a different perspective as far as integration,” he said. “They don’t have to contend with all the problems we experienced. There will be interracial marriages, and that will [lead to an integrated] Charleston Club.”

Take a Ride Off the Beaten Path...

“The apartment Dimitri and his mom used to live in — a bomb got dropped on that building. Her neighbor survived and told her,” Magid said. “His mom said, ‘That’s the situation I’m dealing with right now. It’s constant. It’s like day to day you really don’t know what’s going to happen.’”

Magid’s friend Chase Paterno of Daniel Island, the general manager of the North Charleston location of Cintas Uniform Services corporation, offered Stadnik a production associate position that he will start in a few weeks. Paterno and his family gifted Stadnik a car as well. Next on the list is getting him a driver’s license. Magid has served as Stadnik’s translator since he arrived and is also looking into connecting him with English lessons through St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in downtown Charleston.

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steps which need to be taken to prepare for a changing style of living through conservation and renewable energy. Evans added that because the county now has a sustainability officer, more conservation and climate efforts are being pushed at the county level. Other elements that are being looked at heavily this review period include a focus on land use.

“We had a public input survey open for

“If I fit in here, I would love to stay here because I just don’t think that I have the mental and physical capacity to save my country again for the third time,” Stadnik said. “I’m just emotionally exhausted and physically worn out.”

Stadnik ended his story with a vivid picture: Cases of Molotov cocktails made by Ukrainian residents were left accessible on lawns so people could defend themselves.

“Ukraine will never surrender,” Stadnik said. “This nation, these people — if they can fight with homemade explosives — I can tell you that this country is never going to fall. It’s never going to give up. So please continue to support us, and please continue to help us. And don’t forget about us, because we will be fighting until the last standing Ukrainian.”

this review in November 2022 through the start of this year,” Melocik said. “A lot of what we heard now was about traffic and making sure that land-use decisions are based on infrastructure being available alongside development.”

The workshops will be completed over the summer. In the fall, the Planning and Zoning Commission will consider suggestions and input from the community. The commission will then put together a recommendation for the final draft for County Council to vote on in the winter.

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estival season is coming to a close again for the 45th time, and it’s time to spread around a lot of thank-yous.

Thanks to the professionals at Spoleto Festival USA and Piccolo Spoleto Festival for again delivering a celebration of the arts that is an envy of the world. These two festivals prove you don’t have to go to New York or London or Paris or Berlin to experience world-class arts. You get it consistently in Charleston.

The vision to have Spoleto Festival USA and its affordable companion festival in Charleston is annually affirmed to be good for the city, her people and the arts. For a walkable city of our size, we play with the big boys in arts during the 17 days of the festival — and the infrastructure that is here for the rest of the year offers continuous infusions of creativity, talent and artistic joy to people who live here and others who visit.

Thanks also go to all of the visiting artists and backof-the-house staff who came to Charleston as well as our homegrown creatives for sharing and showcasing their drive, energy and art. Spoleto Festival USA offered truly memorable shows from the theater production of  An Iliad and to operatic delight of Vanessa to memorable jazz performances by Leyla McCalla, Henry Threadgill and his Zooid quintet, and Immanuel Wilkins. Piccolo Spoleto Festival’s traditional offerings — from free concerts to

chorale music to marching band tunes from the Seed & Feed Marching Abominable on a soggy weekend — continue to delight, as do the craft show at Wragg Square and art tents at Marion Square. And if you haven’t yet checked out the Black Mermaids show at the City Gallery, you have until July 9 to stop by and be wowed. Both festivals also should be proud of all of the chamber music they offered, with more than 30 shows at Spoleto Festival USA, many of which channeled the soaring enthusiasm and spirit of the great, late performer Geoff Nuttall. While the two festivals have a lot to be proud of year after year, their commitment to keeping chamber music alive and relevant is noteworthy. The festivals also improved their accessibility for everyone this year. Piccolo Spoleto’s free and affordable tickets make the arts open for anyone who is visiting and interested. And Spoleto’s “pay what you will” tickets for some shows expanded its offerings throughout our community.

If you ever wondered whether the global pandemic would cause Spoleto Festival USA and Piccolo Spoleto Festival to dampen what they do, this year’s offerings should be crystal clear evidence that the festivals are back in full force. And we’re happy to have them. Congratulations to everyone who participated and thank you for enhancing what’s already a great city.

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Think twice before weeding dandelions

By Toni Reale

Dandelions are sprouting in every nook and cranny this time of year. Their soft, tufted yellow flowers smell like sweet butter reminiscent of innocent childhood memories. Their puffball seed heads are made of a million wishes yet to be cast. Every part of the plant is edible, nutritious and useful for animals, the environment and humans — even if most Americans try to eradicate them from their lawns.

Dandelions grow on every continent except for Antarctica, and there are volumes of resources that show various cultural meanings and medicinal uses for this plant. Nearly all point to the same impressive list of health benefits. This could be why in the 17th century, early European settlers purposefully brought dandelions to America for medicinal and food purposes.

A 2021 article published by the Cleveland Clinic says dandelion greens could be the most nutritious green you can incorporate in your diet, even more nutritious than spinach or kale. The leaves are packed with vitamins A, C, K, magnesium, zinc, folate and calcium. The article boasts the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of dandelions. It states controlling inflammation is important in preventing serious health issues. The high potassium within the plant also makes it an excellent diuretic which is great for urinary health and controlling high blood pressure. Research shows dandelions are helpful in controlling type 2 diabetes by reducing blood sugar levels. Lastly, it says that root and leaf extracts naturally lower cholesterol helping prevent heart disease.

Now that I’ve convinced you that dandelions are more useful than not, you may be wondering how to incorporate this magical plant into your diet. Dandelion greens are sold at most health food stores and are delicious raw. They do have a bitter taste so start with including some with your usual mix of greens and add a little honey to your dressing to help balance out the bitterness. Break up the petals of dandelion flowers and sprinkle on the salad for garnish or over roasted vegetables for a bit of color. Be sure that if you are harvesting yourself, that you are taking from an area that is not sprayed with pesticides.

In addition to dandelion wine, tea and extracts, there are coffee substitutes such as Dandy Blend made with roasted dandelion and chicory root that tastes just like coffee! Full disclosure: Dandy Blend is my sister-in-law’s and brother’s company that started in 1990 when the late Dr. Peter Gail (my brother’s father-in-law, a renowned biologist, and my childhood role-model) invented it. He was lovingly known as the “King of Dandelions” for all of the backyard edible classes he taught and books he wrote. When the love of dandelions appears across all cultures and people dedicate their lives to their research, give them a try.

So on your next walk when you see a dandelion patch, I encourage you to pick up a yellow flower and take the aroma in, find a seed head and blow your wishes into the air. Tap into that inner childhood notion that they will all come true, why not? You never know what power those seeds may carry.

Toni Reale is the owner of Roadside Blooms, a unique flower, crystal and plant shop in Park Circle in North Charleston. Online at roadsideblooms.com. Moving soon down the street to a new location at 4991 Durant Ave.

SAFER CYCLING AHEAD

Cyclists push for improved infrastructure, access to increase safety

By Samantha Connors

Every time you see a white-painted bike on the side of the road, you might want to take a moment to remember the person who died there.

There are too many of those white remembrances, representing how South Carolina is the second riskiest state in which to ride a bike, according to a 2021 study by Streetlight Data. In 2020, South Carolina had the second-highest pedestrian fatality rate per 100,000 people, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. As a relatively small city with year-round moderate weather, Charleston should be an ideal place for cyclists and pedestrians. But the reality is bleak.

“Charleston County is consistently the most dangerous in the state for bike/ped users, and the tri-county area tends to be towards the top,” said Katie Zimmerman, executive director of Charleston Moves, a nonprofit advocating for more mobility access.

Data from 2021 collected by the state Department of Public Safety show that of 433 bike collisions reported statewide, 171 happened in Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties — representing nearly 40% of all collisions in the state.

“The main issue is our infrastructure is not designed in a way that is complete. Our streets and bridges … really prioritize vehicles and encourage speeding, frankly, over human beings,” Zimmerman said.

A work in progress

In recent years, Charleston Moves and other organizations have worked with the city of Charleston on proposals and projects aimed to combat dangerous conditions for cyclists and pedestrians. The city’s Complete Streets program, adopted in 2008, intends to increase connectivity for individuals using multiple modes of transportation including walkers, bikers, people with disabilities and those using public transportation. The People Pedal Plan is also a city-focused initiative to create a more robust cycle system.

“Anytime we’re presented with an opportunity to improve safety for bicyclists or pedestrians, we look at the focus on a complete street type mentality,” said Michael Mathis, deputy director of the city’s transpor-

Photos by Rūta Smith

Sylvie

Baele of Second Chance Bikes believes there are personal and community benefits to biking and wants to make it more accessible

tation department. “[The Complete Streets resolution] gives us the directive to consider all of those modes of transportation,” he said.

Though cycling advocates say there is still more to be done, multiple projects are in the pipeline to improve infrastructure.

“We have new bicycle facilities going in every geographical area in the city,” Mathis said. “So there’s an effort, there’s a push for that, and we’re trying to improve safety from our standpoint on the engineering side, by adding all of these bike lanes and multi-use paths.”

A project is underway to improve the Ashley River Crossing bridge, which cyclists point to as a dangerous area to ride, though it’s an essential throughway for cyclists and pedestrians traveling between downtown and West Ashley.

Charleston County’s Glenn McConnell Parkway widening project will include a multi-use path to link neighborhoods in the area such as Carolina Bay. It will ultimately connect to an existing multi-use path at Bees Ferry Road.

On James Island, Rethink Folly Road will include “improved bike lanes, widening sidewalks and more robust pedestrian crossings,” Zimmerman said.

At a state level, SCDOT produced in 2022 the state’s first Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Action Plan. Over the last several years, SCDOT has also conducted road safety audits, which Mathis said have resulted in recommendations for improvements, including a possible two-way cycle track downtown on St. Philip Street from Calhoun to Beaufain streets.

Improvements beyond infrastructure

Though the city and state are making efforts to support multiple modes of transportation, many cyclists and advocates say a comprehensive system is needed in addition to noninfrastructure improvements.

“I think one of the biggest failures of SCDOT and municipal governments here is that they don’t take care of the existing bike lanes, and people are using them,” said Sylvie Baele, executive director of Second Chance Bikes in North Charleston. “Probably more people would use them if they weren’t covered in debris and sand. … That’s something I would really like to see in tandem with more infrastructure.”

Other riders advocate for more widespread cycling education from sources including the Department of Motor Vehicles, city and county outreach, advocacy organizations and more.

“I think driver training and testing is a glaring omission,” said Phil Whirley, treasurer of Coastal Cyclists club. “There is very little discussion of what to do with cyclists and pedestrians on the road. There’s a little bit, but not very much at all.”

More education could help alleviate confusion drivers may feel about how to act near cyclists or pedestrians. Advocates say

TIPS FOR SAFE CYCLING

• Be consistent. “Do your best to be consistent in how you’re riding,” Katie Zimmerman said, “so that motorists can at least attempt to try to anticipate [what you’re going to do].”

• Get lights for your bike. Bike lights are required by state law and help cars see cyclists at night. Nice lights can be expensive, but local organizers can help. Second Chance offers bike lights for around $15, and Charleston Moves distributes free bike lights several times per year. “If it’s a legally required accessory, we don’t want cost to be a barrier for people,” Zimmerman said.

• Check your ABCs, Sylvie Baele said, referring to air, brakes and chain. Check air in tires regularly.

• Plan your route in advance and familiarize yourself with it.

• Lock your bike correctly with a secure locking device. Always lock your front wheel to the frame of the bike.

• Be comfortable with safety equipment, including helmets, mirrors, lights and bells.

• Be deferential. “Pedestrians are who everybody should defer to, whether you’re in a car or on a bike because pedestrians are the most vulnerable of all,” Zimmerman said.

greater understanding and communication as well as more people riding could improve tension between cyclists and drivers.

“I tell people … the most powerful thing they can do is ride a bike. If you want to make a difference, be the difference. Be out there on your bicycle,” Whirley said.

Baele added, “There’s really something about being in a metal box that makes it harder to view other people as human. It’s a lot harder to feel empathy for someone when you are in a vehicle and they are on a bike, despite the fact that you are in the position of power.”

Equitable access

Zimmerman said some people want to ride their bikes as a mode of transportation but the lack of connectivity and safe infrastructure can scare people away.

Current improvements that are underway could encourage more people to ride safely to work, school and grocery stores.

“There is a lot of work to do, but we’ve

got basic spines in place. We just need to connect them,” Zimmerman said. “We’re really close to having a basic little system in place, at least for the city of Charleston.”

Connecting different areas of Charleston makes alternative modes of transportation more feasible and more equitable.

Bridges are the biggest areas for connectivity improvements, Zimmerman said. She pointed to hospitality employees who work downtown but can no longer afford to live downtown. Without safe, efficient ways to walk or ride over bridges, people must drive, which piles on additional costs of owning and maintaining a car and paying for parking.

Advocates also have long pushed for a safer way to cross the Northbridge, which connects West Ashley to North Charleston.

Founder and CEO of national organization Equitable Cities Charles Brown said it’s essential to include marginalized groups in discussions of new bike infrastructure. “Black and brown communities, low income communities historically are not actively engaged in those processes,” he said.

“Local governments can do a better job by way of outreach and engagement to those communities to mitigate fears around infrastructure.”

Brown also pointed out that in “before” and “after” renderings of proposed new infrastructure, Black people are often missing from the “after” renderings.

“What is happening, intentionally or not, engineers and planners are sending a signal to Black and brown communities that you will not be present once that infrastructure comes,” he said.

Recognition of and opposition to this kind of disenfranchisement is an

essential part of creating more equitable bike infrastructure everyone can enjoy. But increasing bike equity involves not only access to infrastructure but also bikes and safety accessories.

Nonprofit bike shop and community outreach organization Second Chance Bikes works to increase accessibility by selling affordable refurbished bikes and low-cost parts, including lights (which are a legal requirement). It also offers programs including Free Bikes for Kids and Change a Tire, Change a Life as well as Earn a Bike, a new program Baele hopes to implement soon.

“The physical act of biking, in general, is intimidating for a lot of people,” Baele said, “but also going into bike shops, especially as a female or people who are low-income or marginalized in some way. The bicycle industry is very cis-white male dominated, and it can be really hard for anyone who doesn’t fit that mold to feel comfortable in a shop.”

Second Chance has previously offered a fix-a-flat class for women, trans and nonbinary adults and teens to learn basic bike maintenance skills. Baele hopes the shop, which moved to a new location on Reynolds Avenue earlier this year, can restart classes like this and others soon. For now, anyone interested in learning bike maintenance can stop by during Open Shop hours from 4-7 p.m. every Thursday.

“We want to be a resource for people,” Baele said. “We want bikes to be accessible whether it’s for transportation or recreation because we really believe in the benefits.”

Katie Zimmerman of Charleston Moves said the organization’s goal is to increase bike equity and advocate for safer access

What To Do

SATURDAY

Charleston Adult Queer Prom

We Are Family’s annual signature fundraising event, the Charleston Adult Queer Prom, is back this weekend with the third annual Park Circle Pride Festival. This year’s party is lined with giant lollipops, gumdrops, cotton candy and chocolate fountains. Attendees are invited to enjoy photo booths, an open bar, delicious food, an auction, raffles and even a special guest appearance from RuPaul’s Drag Race season 11 star Shuga Cain, the candy queen. Proceeds support We Are Family’s life-saving and life-affirming programs for LGBTQ+ youth.

June 10. 7-11 p.m. Prices vary. Gibbes Museum of Art. 135 Meeting St. Downtown. wearefamilycharleston.org

NEXT WEEK

Third annual Lowcountry Juneteenth Week

The Lowcountry Juneteenth Week festival is returning for another week-long celebration of freedom, culture and community. This event features a range of activities, including live performances, educational events, movie screenings and more. The highlight of the festival is set for next Friday, when organizers will pay tribute to 50 years of hip-hop.

June 12-18. Times vary. Prices vary. Various locations throughout Charleston. lowcountryjuneteenthweek.com

SATURDAY

Bouquets and Rosé

TUESDAY

Ninja Warrior Challenge

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Come out for the chance to become a ninja for the day and challenge yourself to Aqua Park’s ropes course. Crawl, climb, jump, slide and splash your way across various obstacles that require agility, climbing skills, speed and endurance in a course inspired by American Ninja Warrior. This event is great for those who enjoy friendly competition or gym teams that want to test themselves against others.

June 13. 5:30-7 p.m. $30/participant. Charleston Aqua Park. 3050 Marlin Road. Johns Island. charlestonaquapark.com

Celebrate a little-known but much-enjoyed holiday, National Rosé Day, this weekend with the perfect combination of delectable wine and beautiful, customizable floral arrangements. Learn the art of bouquet design and crafting from the experts at Boone’s Blooms. Tickets include small bites, rosé flights and your own bouquet to take home.

June 10. 3-5 p.m. $90. Victor’s Seafood and Steak. 39F John St. Downtown. holycityhospitality.com/victors-seafood-and-steak

SUNDAY

Soiree on the Sea

School is out, summer is almost here and it’s time to jump on a cruise for a cause aboard the Carolina Princess to benefit Charleston Community Sailing. Board at the Charleston Maritime Center and cruise around the harbor for a few hours while enjoying steel drum jams, heavy hors d’oeuvres from Harvest Catering, specialty cocktails and more.

June 11. 5:30-8 p.m. $100. Charleston Maritime Center. 10 Wharfside St. Downtown. charlestoncommunitysailing.org

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Patterson creates a new space for community

By Samantha Connors

Outdoor spaces and vibrant colors rule artist and coffee shop owner Candace Patterson’s downtown home near Hampton Park. Guests are greeted by a bright blue facade and a large wraparound porch decked out with hanging ferns, comfortable macrame hammock chairs and an outdoor table.

Enter the backyard to discover more luscious greenery (unique cacti, a young fig tree), a large patio area with tiles hand painted by Patterson and her husband Will Kiser, and perhaps the star of the backyard, an outdoor shower and clawfoot bathtub.

“We’re pretty much outside all of the time,” she said. “I love to eat outside — alfresco dining. It doesn’t matter if it’s 100 degrees. … What I love about the backyard is it’s kind of like a secret. It’s hard to see from the street.”

The couple’s home, and particularly the backyard, didn’t always look as magical and inviting. When they purchased the house in 2013, Patterson said the backyard was quite literally a swamp. Over the next decade, she and Kiser converted their home from a fixer-upper into a funky little oasis.

“It needed a lot of love,” she said. “The house had good bones, but it hadn’t been occupied in a few years. The backyard was a jungle, just overgrown. Honestly, it’s taken 10 years for it to get to this point.”

Artistic endeavors

Patterson and her husband’s personalities shine through inside the home as well. The living room features what she calls the “small art wall.” The collection is large, but each piece, mostly created by local artists, is small. In fact, the collection has grown so much, Patterson said, that she swaps out which pieces are on display as there isn’t room for each one.

The couple’s own artwork, which they created together under the moniker Dos Bandidos (also known as Two Bandits), is also featured in the home alongside bright walls and decor. Their home studio they built in the backyard houses their art supplies and gives them a space to work.

“We started making art together because we just realized it was one of our love languages,” Patterson said. “We’re always talking about new print ideas, so we just decided we were better together, and we should come up with a team name instead of trying to put two different names on everything.”

They create screen prints of Charleston-centric scenes: iconic locations like the American Theater, classic Charleston single houses,

Photos by Rūta Smith

Candace Patterson’s personal and home decor style reflect her bright, bold personality

SATURDAY,

Presented

WELCOME TO

We can’t wait for you to join us for the 2023 Celebrity Paws in the Park presented by Crews Subaru on June 10! It is going to be an amazing day of fun for the entire family, and the event helps raise money for the lifesaving work at Charleston Animal Society. Each year, we touch the lives of almost 20,000 animals!

The event takes place at Riverfront Park in North Charleston, a beautiful location set on the Cooper River. Everything starts with the Rachael Ray Foundation Walk for Animals, followed by the day-long festival that includes our first Barks & Brews extravaganza and the world-famous K9s in Flight, great food, pet adoptions, and a whole lot of family fun.

We’re excited, too, for the visit by @ aguyandagolden internet stars Johnathan Lower and his famous golden retriever Teddy. See all the details throughout our special section. Thanks for all you do for our community animals. We can’t wait to see you!

Joe Elmore, CAWA, CFRE President and CEO, Charleston Animal Society

Internet stars to showcase Saturday’s Celebrity Paws in the Park

By Andy Brack

When South Carolina real estate professional Johnathan Lower has to go to the doghouse, it’s a little different than usual. Over the last couple of years, he and his pet golden retriever, Teddy, have become internet sensations with millions of TikTok followers around the world with comedic visits to a custom dog bedroom replete with a television, simulated fireplace and more.

The dynamic pet-owner duo will be featured stars all day Saturday in North Charleston’s Riverfront Park at Celebrity Paws in the Park, the largest animal event of the year in South Carolina.

“We could not be more excited about having internet stars Johnathan and Teddy involved this year as our special celebrity hosts,” said Charleston Animal Society President and CEO Joe Elmore. “With almost 6 million TikTok fans and over 1.5 billion social media video views, Johnathan and Teddy’s involvement will certainly bring our message about helping homeless animals to new audiences.”

Thousands of animal lovers are invited and expected to participate in the fun events of the day at Riverfront Park in North Charleston and presented by Crews Subaru:

• Walk for Animals: Celebratory walk for those who helped with fundraising. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m.

• Celebrity Paws in the Park festival: The event starts at 10 a.m. and lasts until 3 p.m. Plan to sit, stay and play all day in canine activity zones, including pet adoptions, Swift Paws lure coursing and canine demonstrations. You can also see the world famous “K9s in Flight,” the country’s premier high-flying dog entertainers. Great live music will be provided by Midnight City.

Teddy, the internet famous golden retriever, and owner Johnathan Lower of Anderson county

New for 2023

Two new features make the 2023 Celebrity Paws in the Park more fun than ever:

• “Barks & Brews” Craft Beer Festival offers a relaxing area where nine local and regional craft breweries — Brewlab, Tideland Brewing, Frothy Beard, Snafu, Commonhouse, Palmetto Brewery, Two Blokes, Low Tide Brewing and Bevi Beni — will provide tasty suds that festival-goers can sample and relax as they enjoy pets and the park. You can buy Barks & Brews presale tickets through June 9. The $25 discounted price includes entry to both Celebrity Paws in the Park and Barks & Brews, a commemorative wristband for you and a bandanna for your dog. You’ll also receive a souvenir glass plus tastings at participating breweries.

• Military families get in free thanks to the Rachael Ray Foundation. Just show military I.D.

Jonathan and Teddy can’t wait to visit Charleston

Lower reflected how pets like Teddy can be a Godsend to people around the world.

"Dogs can be a beacon of light for people, they're mood lifters," he told the Anderson Independent Mail near his hometown of Piedmont. "Some people are in bad situations and bad times, and sometimes a funny video can lift spirits. It helps."

Lower said he and Teddy had their first viral hit with “Teddy Tuesday, where I take our fans with us as Teddy and I spend the day together.”

Then, he recalled, the idea expanded when his fiancé, Katelyn Diane, had the idea to take the Teddy Tuesday format and apply it to helping homeless dogs in shelters.

“Shelter Dog Saturday was created where we take a homeless dog from Anderson County Paws out on a day

long adventure and share that video online,” he told Charleston Animal Society. “So far, every dog featured in Shelter Dog Saturday has been adopted shortly after the videos have premiered.”

The Shelter Dog Saturday promotion has been featured in national and regional publications as a way of finding new homes for rescue dogs.

“We were so excited when Charleston Animal Society approached us about becoming involved with other organizations across South Carolina,” Lower said. “We felt participating in Celebrity Paws in the Park was a great way to be a part of their event and to expand the meaning of our platform.”

This year’s presenting sponsor: Crews Subaru

Charleston Animal Society is thrilled to welcome back Crews Subaru as the presenting sponsor for Celebrity Paws in the Park in its second year.

“For the last 13 years, Crews Subaru has partnered with Charleston Animal Society to support our lifesaving mission,” said Elmore. “When we created Celebrity Paws in the Park as our spring signature event — an event that I know the community will fall in love with — we only approached Crews Subaru to partner with us as the presenting sponsor because we know of their commitment to this community and their support of organizations that help both people and pets.”

Ken French, marketing guy for Crews Subaru, said the company was honored to be presenting sponsor for the next two years because “Subaru Loves Pets!”

“As an integral part of our ‘The Subaru Love Promise’ to our community, we believe that people and pets are better together,” he said. “As the 2021 Subaru Retailer of the Year, Crews supports many programs that benefit children, and Celebrity Paws in the Park brings our passions of kids and pets together.”

About Charleston Animal Society

Since 1874, the mission of Charleston Animal Society has always been the prevention of cruelty to animals. Over 15,000 animals will turn to Charleston Animal Society for caring, compassion and hope this year alone. In addition to caring for homeless animals, adopting them into new homes, and reuniting lost pets with their families, the organization responds to animals in crisis as a result of both man-made and natural disasters. The comprehensive shelter medicine program not only provides direct services for as many as 1,200 animals in our system of care at one time, the shelter veterinarians also spay or neuter upwards of 10,000 dogs and cats each year and they provide emergency medical services to critically ill and injured animals arriving at the shelter daily. For more information, visit www. CharlestonAnimalSociety.org.

Saturday’s fun starts at 10 a.m. June 10. Riverfront Park is located on the old Charleston Navy Base property at 1061 Everglades Ave., North Charleston.

Fun and sun are on Saturday’s festival agenda, including Barks & Brews featuring nine local breweries

SCHEDULE

CharlestonAnimalSociety.org/Paws

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

Rachael Ray Walk for Animals

WHO ARE YOU WALKING FOR?

9 a.m. Walkers lineup

9:30 a.m. Fundraising Awards presented

Heartgard/Nexgard Stage

10:15 a.m. Live Music: Bullets Benign

Noon Live Music: The Midnight City Band

Hot Air Balloon

9 a.m.–1 p.m. Watch a hot air balloon lift-off! The balloon will be tethered for these rides, weather permitting.

Barks and Brews Beer Festival

PRESENTED BY

UNDERDOG FANTASY SPORTS

10 a.m.–3 p.m. Tastings from nine different craft breweries.

Save money and buy tickets in advance at CharlestonAnimalSociety.org/Barks

BREWERIES:

Brewlab

Palmetto Brewing Company

Commonhouse Aleworks

Snafu Brewing Company

Frothy Beard

Two Blokes Brewing

Tideland Brewing

Bevi Bene Brewing Co.

Low Tide Brewing

K9s In Flight

Watch rescue dogs make gravity-defying leaps for frisbees.

10:30 a.m. Frisbee Demo

12:30 p.m. Frisbee Demo

2:30 p.m. Frisbee Demo

Fetch Pet Insurance Dog Activities

Find an activity for you and your dog, for memories to last a lifetime.

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

• Challenge your dog on the SwiftPaws Lure Course (onsite signup required)

• Make your dog an artist at Pawcasso Canvas

• Find out how fast your dog can run at Fido’s Speed Race and Radar

10 a.m.

Hill’s Pet Adoption Zone

10 a.m.–3 p.m. Adopt a dog who will fit your family perfectly.

Charleston Animal Society

Mount Pleasant K9 Officer Demonstration

11 a.m. Charleston County Aviation Authority K9 Drug and Bomb Sniffing Officers Demonstration

Noon Mount Pleasant K9 Officer Demonstration

2 p.m. Charleston County Aviation Authority K9 Obedience and Bite Work Demonstration

Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary

Dorchester Paws

The Paver People Vendor Village

10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Stroll through the vendor village to interact with sponsors and get some fun swag!

Celebrity Paws in the Park’s importance for animals

By Johnathan Lower

Celebrity Paws in the Park presented by Crews Subaru is going to be the largest animal event in South Carolina, and Teddy and I knew we had to be a part of it. Charleston Animal Society is a lifesaving machine, and this event helps make so many happy stories possible. Stories like Mika.

Just one week before Celebrity Paws in the Park, I went to visit the Animal Society as part of @aguyandagolden’s “Shelter Dog Saturday” feature where we take a shelter dog out for a special day all on its own. The dog we took out is named Mika — a golden retriever/husky mix — known as “the great escape artist” at the shelter. Somehow, Mika had learned how to open the gates at the shelter, so the staff had to keep an extra close eye on him. Learning this, I knew that Mika was very clever and had a mind of

his own. A very sweet and personable dog, I didn’t understand why someone had to leave him at the shelter after having him for seven years.

Our day included a pup cup and a visit to Petsmart for toys, a collar and a custom nametag. He also went to Taco Boy for a chicken taco that he devoured. Within hours of us posting Mika’s story, this mellow, playful 7-year-old was adopted into a new, loving home.

As happy I was about Mika’s adoption, I couldn’t stop wondering about the other 70 dogs at the shelter that day waiting for their second chance. The day I visited, the shelter was buzzing with energy. Media from ABC, CBS and NBC affiliates were there to publicize the critical overcrowding with mainly large-breed adult dogs. In addition to the dogs, there were hundreds of kittens, many of them neonates, that needed round-

the-clock care. As I learned, these animals couldn’t be in better hands.

A record of overwhelming success

Beyond adoptions, Charleston Animal Society spays or neuters more than 9,000 dogs and cats each year to prevent homeless puppies and kittens from being born. It provides veterinary care to another 9,000 animals and delivers more than 24,000 vaccinations to pets preventing deadly diseases like rabies. In February, Charleston Animal Society broke a Guinness World Record with its VAX-A-PALOOZA vaccine clinic!

In 2022, more than 7,400 school children received humane education lessons through Charleston Animal Society. Last year, 337 cruelty cases were investigated with the Animal Society’s help and 852 animals were rescued out of harm’s way through 46 emergency rescue operations.

The care and compassion poured into each one of these animals is evident in just one visit to the shelter. But all that love is expensive to provide. Charleston Animal Society estimates the lifesaving cost for each animal averages about $523 per animal. Your donations help make the stories like Mika’s possible. There’s a saying at the shelter, and it’s true — “YOU are Charleston Animal Society.”

Provided

Johnathan recently spent the day with Mika at Charleston Animal Society to help the pup get adopted

So please come out to Celebrity Paws in the Park! Remember that with every ticket you buy, every donation you make, every beer you purchase — you are giving back to the homeless animals we all love so much. Thank you for coming this Saturday to Riverfront Park in North Charleston. Teddy and I can’t wait to see you there!

Johnathan Lower and his golden retriever Teddy are @aguyandagolden of TikTok fame. Both will be at Celebrity Paws in the Park on June 10!

Barks & Brews is a collaboration of love

By Tarah Gee

Ask any brewery in town what social media posts get the most likes and comments and undoubtedly they will all say “the ones with dogs.” And honestly, who can refuse a double tap or comment on a sweet, little puppy face. I know, I can’t!

Charleston’s brewery and brewpub scene has become a haven for dog lovers who want to bring their furry friend along for a pint of suds. So it would only be natural that Charleston Animal Society’s biggest event of the year, Celebrity Paws in the Park, would include beer from some of the finest breweries in town.

When Charleston Animal Society and I first sat down to discuss what a beer festival within a bigger festival would look like, I was giddy at the opportunity to help curate. You see, I adopted a puppy at an adoption event at Palmetto Brewing Company about two years ago, and I know

first-hand the life-changing work that they do for our community.

Between adoption events and mass vaccination events, the team at Charleston Animal Society is consistently working to save and protect the members of our community who cannot save and protect themselves. It’s truly remarkable work. And that’s the very reason that it was a no-brainer for nine of our local breweries to participate in this very special, Barks & Brews festival at Celebrity Paws in the Park on Saturday in North Charleston.

“Some of the best decisions in life are those that are spontaneous and Xul (pronounced “zul”) was definitely one of those,” said Mackenzie Reep, assistant manager at Brewlab Charleston. “I am so grateful to have found a best buddy. Xul and I are so happy that Brewlab is partnering with Charleston Animal Society for the Barks & Brews Festival.”

Most of the breweries in Charleston are dog-friendly. They love and welcome adop-

Courtesy Tarah Gee

Tarah Gee adopted her dog at a brewery

tion events multiple times a year. And many of us in the industry now have rescue pets filling our homes with love from these events. Just in the past month, Charleston Animal Society has held adoption events at Brewlab Charleston, Tideland Brewing Company, Palmetto Brewing Company and Snafu Brewing Company with many successful adoptions. Puppy adoptions will also be available at the Paws in the Park festival.

Here are a few folks who’ve adopted from rescues at a brewery. Frothy Beard’s head brewer, Kim Arnold, adopted her dog Moo from Charleston Animal Society in October 2019.

“I adopted Moo because I fell in love with a well-cared-for puppy who was just as happy as I was to take him home,” she said. “The volunteers at Frothy Beard that day were so helpful and made the process as easy as possible, having knowledge about him and his past and having helpful tips for bringing him home.

What you can expect at Barks & Brews

The Barks & Brews festival will be within a sectioned-off VIP area at Riverfront Park. The festival will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 3 p.m.

Each of the nine breweries will bring one or two different style beers for participants to enjoy. The $25 discounted advance price ($35 at the gate) for the day-long event includes entry to both Paws in the Park and Barks & Brews, a commemorative wristband for you and a bandanna for your dog. The ticket also comes with a souvenir tasting glass for unlimited samplings from the breweries.

Barks & Brews will have its own seating and games for pups and their humans. You can purchase your tickets at any of the participating breweries or at CharlestonAnimalSociety.org/barks

Tarah Gee, general manager of Brewlab Charleston, is editor of HOPS, a quarterly craft beer magazine published with the Charleston City Paper.

Participating breweries

(in alphabetical order)

Bevi Bene Brewing Company

1859 Summerville Ave Ste 100, Charleston

Brewlab Charleston

2200 Heriot Street, Charleston

Commonhouse Aleworks

4831 O’Hear Ave, North Charleston

Frothy Beard Brewing Company

1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., West Ashley

Low Tide Brewing

2863 Maybank Highway, Johns Island

Palmetto Brewing Company

289 Huger Street, Charleston

Snafu Brewing Company

3280 Industry Dr, North Charleston

Tideland Brewing Company

4155 Dorchester Rd Suite C, North Charleston,

Two Blokes Brewing

547 Long Point Rd #101, Mount Pleasant

Best in Rescue K9s In Flight Dynamo Dogs deliver top talent

By Natassia Donohue

Hot air balloons won’t be the only thing flying high at this year’s Celebrity Paws In the Park!

K9s In Flight founder John Mishta, joined by Gail Mirabella and The Dynamo Dogs, will be showcasing their best dog performers who jump through the highest of hoops and catch big air in pursuit of their favorite Frisbees.

Mishta and Mirabella are slated to deliver three shows during Celebrity Paws In the Park, presented by Crews Subaru, at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. Each show is approximately 20-25 minutes, with six to eight dogs performing a variety of tricks such as high jumps, hoop jumps, box jumping and of course, Frisbees. Together, Mishta and Mirabella have more than 40 years of experience in the performance dog world, from working on the Purina Pro Plan Performance Team, to NFL and NBA halftime shows, to shows at theaters hospitals, and schools.

It’s not just the tricks that are impressive — every dog came from an animal shelter or rescue organization, as both Mishta and Mirabella fully embrace the K9s In Flight motto “homeless to high flying.” Their larger mission is to educate the public about the importance of pet rescue and adoption, and building the bond between canine and owner.

“Touring with John, it’s all about rescuing and adopting a pet to save a life,” Mirabella explained. “I have 24 dogs of my own, all of them rescued or adopted. Three of them were dogs at — risk of euthanasia in a shelter because they were so high-drive.”

Mirabella’s pack, The Dynamo Dogs, have been breaking stereotypes about rescue dogs since 1996 and working with K9s In Flight since 2004. Mirabella said that people are surprised when they hear that all of their dogs are rescued, and when they see the number of dogs who perform. People are also often surprised at the variety of breeds among the performance dogs.

Like Tripper, one of the most unique members of the Dynamo Dog team, who is a three-legged terrier who will high jump through hoops and chase balls. He was originally found as a stray in Los Angeles and had been hit by a car. A rescue group treated him, and he was eventually adopted by Mirabella. Tripper is now a crowd favorite and the team’s “Most Valuable Meet and Greeter.” People are also surprised when they see Jester, a standard poodle, who was originally in training to be a service dog but failed the program. Or Mia, a pitbull mix who was found as a stray in Tennessee. Mirabella adopted Mia after fostering her, something known

Photos courtesy K9s In Flight

by many as a “foster failure.” Mirabella noted that she has even seen people’s opinions of pitbull type dogs change after seeing a performance.

However, when it comes to performance dogs, it’s not necessarily about the breed, but about their drive. Mirabella said there are two things she looks for in a performance dog: compatibility with her pack, and focus or fixation on a toy or treat.

“Dogs are well-trained, not well-behaved — it’s all about training and consistency,” Mirabella explained. “You have to figure out what makes them tick. One of my dogs won’t catch a frisbee but is so treat motivated he is one of the best hoop trick dogs I have.”

With a degree in animal science, Mirabella has a deep understanding of the importance in training dogs, for both performance and to be a pet. She often fosters or works with dogs to learn basic skills like crate training, socialization and leash walking that can help them get adopted. Giving a dog a “job” can also help them overcome any issues, whether that job is performing tricks or just learning how to catch a frisbee. She explained that being a leader and providing direction using your dogs own motivations helps make redirection from negative behaviors easier and reduces their overall stress level.

For people who are interested in becoming involved in the performance world with their own dogs, Mirabella suggests looking online for group classes or working with a professional trainer to start. Group classes are great for bonding and socialization, and having professional guidance can help learn techniques and most importantly, learning your dog’s limits and avoiding injuries.

“I sometimes do a quick ‘How to Get Started’ during the show,” Mirabella said.

For more information on K9s In Flight and The Dynamo Dogs, please visit www.k9sinflight.com or www.thedynamodogs.com

Natassia Donohue is associate director of donor advising at Charleston Animal Society.

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popular haunts such as The Royal American and everyday scenes of people surfing or driving down the road on a starry night.

“Digital and analog really appeal to us,” Patterson said. “Everything starts off as a pen-and-ink drawing, and then we build out layers on the computer and Illustrator, so it’s really both. Once you print it out and you’re mixing colors, everything is pulled by hand. It feels really satisfying.”

You can find their prints in “pretty much every Airbnb in town,” Patterson said, as well as on their website dosbandidosart.com and The Station in Park Circle.

Next chapter: City Lights Eastside

Patterson and her business partner, Gregg Langton-Carr, are gearing up to start construction on City Lights Eastside, a revitalized version of the beloved City Lights Coffee that lived on Market Street for 15 years. They aim to open the new shop in October.

The new space on Line Street will be twice the size of the old shop at 1,000 square feet, Patterson said, but many elements will remain the same — like the bar from the previous location and the distinc-

tive tin ceiling designs.

“The tin ceiling [from the original location] design came from a 1932 school house, so American Tin still has the plate — it’s a sunflower — so we’re putting that back in, and we’re going to have the bench seat like we had before.”

The newest addition will be a kitchen and an outdoor patio with five tables and a bike rack. Patterson said she’ll take charge of front-of-house duties while Langton-Carr will manage the back-of-house.

“Gregg is South African, and he was a chef for a long time in South Africa, so I’m pushing him to put a lot of Cape Malay influence into our menu,” she said. “We’ll still have traditional coffee shop things, like

The interior of Patterson’s home is filled with light and artwork. It also has an outdoor shower/bathtub.

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The Lowdown

THE LOWDOWN ON CANDACE PATTERSON

Age: 41.

Birthplace: Chapel Hill, N.C.

Education: Bachelor’s degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Current profession: Artist, freelancer, coffee shop owner.

Pets: Two cats —Jasper, 10, and Mia, 11.

Patterson

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pastries and maybe acai bowls, but then we’ll have some curries and hand pies.”

The menu will include vegan, vegetarian and meat options.

For Patterson, the new shop represents a major milestone. She moved to Charleston in 2008, and after a short stint at a nonprofit, she found a job at the original City Lights and started making art on the side. Over time, she transitioned from employee to co-owner. She and Langton-Carr set their sights on opening a different location after the pandemic.

“Gregg and I were really just craving to be a neighborhood coffee shop,” she said.

Over the 15 years City Lights was on Market Street, Patterson said the demographic shifted from serving mostly locals to tourists.

“[Locals] would bike down because there weren’t a lot of coffee shops, so people would bike over from different neighborhoods, and I really saw it change. We have a lot of diehard locals, but it was no longer the neighborhood coffee shop it used to be.”

The new location on the Eastside has a storied history. It was last commercially occupied as a pool hall in 1993. But Patterson said one of her residential neighbors remembers frequenting the location in the 1950s when it was a grocery store.

After 15 years of living in Charleston, Patterson is familiar with the city’s everchanging landscape.

“Change is inevitable,” she said, “and some of it stresses me out. Some of it, I can’t do anything about. I have mixed feelings. I like some of the changes, and a lot of it is painful to watch. I’m just trying to support the awesome places that have Charleston’s best interest in mind.”

Something people would be surprised to learn about you: “I was part of a 1990s hip-hop dance troupe in college. We typically opened for our friend’s drag troupe called the CUNTry Kings.”

Favorite thing to do outside of work: Surf, garden, create, ride my bike.

Your passion: Having an inclusive community coffee shop that is a third place for people.

Books on bedside table: Girl in a Band by Kim Gordon.

Favorite food to eat: Vegan Dan Dan Mian from Kwei Fei.

Favorite food to cook: Chana Masala.

Favorite cocktail or beverage: Orange wine.

Five foods you always need in your refrigerator: Kimchi, arugula, olives, tofu, 30 hot sauces.

Three people (alive or dead) you’d like to dine with: Dolly Parton, Billie Holiday and Frida Kahlo.

What meal would you want served to you for your last supper: Klao Niaw with green papaya salad and vegetarian Laap. Obviously, I LOVE Laotian food.

Something that you have too much of at home: Hot sauce.

Hobbies: Surfing, home projects.

Favorite musicians: Stevie Nicks, Dolly Parton, Kim Gordon and Patti Smith.

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Puerto Rican chef Gascon-Lopez finds her culinary place

By Amethyst Ganaway

As a Puerto Rican raised in the South, chef Reina Gascon-Lopez explores her multiracial background and cultures through food and writing. She started her popular food website and blog The Sofrito Project to share and document her love of cooking with friends and family.

As a chef, recipe developer and now adjunct chef instructor at the Culinary Institute of Charleston, she bridges the cultures of her Afro-Caribbean, Latin and Southern upbringing to allow for creativity in the kitchen with her flavorful and delicious recipes, digital cookbooks and even

her own signature spice blends.

Gascon-Lopez’s work has been featured in many publications such as The New York Times Magazine, Food & Wine, The Kitchn, Food52, Food Network and more. Her work began like so many chefs — during her childhood alongside cooks in her own family.

“I started cooking at a very young age, helping my mom and grandmothers out when they needed extra hands in the kitchen,” she said. “Food and cooking is such a huge part of my culture, and being the eldest daughter in my family, I was put in

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Gascon-Lopez took what was supposed to be a household chore and turned it into her passion. But it would be years before her passion became her career.

By some standards, Gascon-Lopez’s culinary journey could be seen as unconventional. She graduated from the College of Charleston in 2012 with a communications and media studies degree. After graduation, she worked in the technical support field for 10 years before switching careers.

“I was unhappy with the stresses of my corporate job and wanted a change that better aligned with what I was passionate about,” she said.

To help cover the cost of college, Gascon-Lopez found herself working in restaurants around the city. Hyman’s Seafood was her first job, throwing her into the food and beverage industry in one of the city’s oldest and most popular restaurants. After she decided to attend culinary school, she worked in other restaurants, including Ted’s Butcherblock, Stella’s and Peninsula Grille.

“I started working in restaurants because the schedules were always pretty flexible while I was in school, and I just fell in love with the energy and camaraderie of kitchen life,” she said. “There’s nothing more satisfying than working the line and every single person is in sync during dinner service. I love seeing our shared hard work and creations being enjoyed by guests.”

Working in restaurants in one of the world’s top tourist destinations taught her many life lessons. One of the most important lessons she learned was to embrace the camaraderie in high-stress environments.

“Being able to rely on others is a strength and not a hindrance,” Gascon-Lopez said. “I’ve always been very independent, and working hard on my own always seemed to be the easiest way to stay on track with my goals.

“But the older I get, the more I’ve learned to lean on others and accept help, whether it’s extra hands in the kitchen, new job opportunities or networking experiences from colleagues and peers. This industry is all about teamwork, and I find that opening myself up to genuinely collaborating with others has changed both my professional and personal life for the better.”

Now with 10-plus years of experience, Gascon-Lopez has left the heat of restaurant kitchens to find her own lane in the culinary industry, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic.

“The pandemic completely shifted how I looked at the industry and what I was willing to accept when it came to a healthy work-life

balance, especially when it came to working for others who didn’t see a true value or sense of partnership in their employees,” she said. “I was able to step back, focus on myself and start working on my own when I was laid off when Covid hit.”

Working on her own has led not only to a better work-life balance, but major opportunities many line cooks or restaurant employees may not even know are options in their field. Gascon-Lopez has been able to share more on her blog, as well as write about food for various publications. She has self-published three digital cookbooks and stepped into freelance recipe development, pop-up dinners and more.

While Gascon-Lopez’s culinary start may not have been cut and dry like some chefs, she forged her own path in an industry that

What’s new?

New restaurant The Matador opened on Meeting Street serving Mexican cuisine and a variety of tequila and agave spirits. The restaurant is open every day from 11 a.m.-midnight with daily happy hour specials from 4-6 p.m. and 10 p.m. until close.

Grab a slice of pizza from Republic of Pizza at 451 King St. adjacent to Toast! All Day. Republic of Pizza is open daily 3 p.m.-midnight.

The Spread Bagelry will open in Mount Pleasant at the end of June at 1400 Shucker Circle, suite 100, serving Montreal-style wood-oven bagels.

What’s happening?

Join Life Raft Treats to celebrate its fifth birthday party from 3-6 p.m. June 11 at 77 Grove St.

Enjoy mimosas, live music and food at Music Farm for the Mimosa Fest 1-5 p.m. June 11. DJ Sista Misses will lay down tracks while Tully’s burger pop-up serves a specialty brunch menu. Each $20 ticket includes a free mimosa. Visit musicfarm.com for more information.

Two Blokes Brewing will host a candle making workshop from 6-8 p.m June 13.

Palmetto Scent Studio will provide a guided candle making class along with the chance to pour a custom scent into a candle or car diffuser. Two Blokes will provide a pint of beer to each person who purchases a ticket.

Tickets are $37 and available at palmettoscentstudio.com

Practice creativity with The Inn at Middleton Place from 7-9 p.m. June 14 at Paint & Sip night. Attendees will enjoy wine, beer and light hors d’oeuvres while being guided through an acrylic painting project. Tickets are $37 each and available for purchase at charlestonpaintparty.com.

often overlooks women, especially women of color.

When she was younger, she would often look to celebrity chef culture for inspiration. But now she has realized her best work comes from taking care of others with food while being creative. And while celebrity chefs are great, she said her real inspiration comes from her culture, community and friends and colleagues that are now paving their own paths in the industry.

“I love connecting with them to simply create and share. From leftovers of recipe testing, dinner parties, celebrations, all of it. Finding and building a community with others who align with my integrity, values, and work has been the most rewarding part of this journey.”

Kick off summer 2023 at The Rooftop Bar at Vendue’s Backyard Summer Barbecue from 2-7 p.m. June 17. Enjoy live music from DJ Wild Bill, squirt guns, Arnold Palmers and Jell-O shots. —Hillary Reaves

This industry is all about teamwork, and I find that opening myself up to genuinely collaborating with others has changed both my professional and personal life for the better.”

—Reina Gascon-Lopez

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Petitioner(s) listed above at the following address(es):

EDUARDO K. CURRY, ESQUIRE

(Name of Petitioner/Attorney for Petitioner)

P.O. BOX 42270

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29423

Your Answer must be served on the Petitioner at the above address within thirty (30) days after the service of this Summons and Petition upon you, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to answer the Petition within that time, judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Petition.

Date: March 27, 2023

Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated:

Facility 1:

3510 Glenn McConnell Pkwy Charleston, SC 29414

6/20/23

10:00 AM

Byron Stahl

Household items

Edith Walker

Misc household items

Tyronicia Richerdson

Furniture

Facility 2: 2343 Savannah Hwy Charleston, SC 29414

6/20/23

10:30 AM

Tiffany King

Household items

Stephanie Fludd Boxes

Facility 3: 1861 Ashley River Rd Charleston, SC 29407

6/20/23

3:00 PM

Erik Cole

Contents of 1 bedroom apt, electronics

Marilyn Dodson

Household goods

Nikita Smalls Clothes, TV

Ashley Earls

Household goods

Darrell James Household goods

Lionel Singleton

Household goods

Carol Stent-Westbrook Household goods

Christopher Mulholland Furniture and boxes

Facility 4: 1533 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29407

6/20/23

11:30 AM

Shannon Winburn Mattress, dining table

Jauan Walters

Boxes & bins of household

John Calcutt

Tools, furniture

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Brian Moore

Tools, vehicle parts

Janelle Smith

2 queen beds totes TV’s

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Renne Jordan

Chest side tables mattress boxes

Facility 5: 810 St Andrews Boulevard Charleston, SC 29407

6/20/23

12:30 PM

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Med Couch, 2 bedroom, couch, recliner, 2 tables

Dorian Gethers

Safe, Personal items

Facility 6: 2118 Heriot St. Charleston, SC 29403

6/20/23

1:00 PM

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King bed, washer dryer, dressers, couch, loveseat, coffee table, end table

Facility 9: 1904 N. Hwy 17 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

6/20/23

10:15 am

Simon Ortiz household goods

Elizabeth Koresko Clothes, furniture, decorations

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6/20/23

10:20 am

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Renee Williams Household items

LaTrina Jenkins

2 BEDS/MATTRESSES, KITCHEN TABLES AND CHAIRS, SOFA SET, END TABLES, DISHES

Beverly Harris Home Goods

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COPYRIGHT NOTICE FOR STRAW NAME This Copyright Notice informs any potential user of the name JAMIE LEE MANGONE or JAMIE L MANGONE or JAMIE MANGONE that is intended as pertaining to me, Fiore Rosa Mangone, in Propria Persona Sui Juris, Propria Solo, Propria Heredes, that anyunauthorized use there of without my express, prior, written permission signifies the users consent for becoming the debtor on a self executing UCC FinancialStatement in the amount of $500,000 per unauthorized use of the name used with intent of obligating me, plus cost, plus triple damage.

COPYRIGHT NOTICE FOR THE STRAW

This copyright notice informs the potential user of the name Melissa Monique Rivera or MELISSA MONIQUE RIVERA and all its derivatives that is intended as pertaining to me, m. r. bey an American State National, In Propria Persona Sui Juris, Proprio Solo, Proprio Heredes, that any unauthorized use thereof without my express, prior, written permission signifies the user’s consent for becoming the debtor on a self executing UCC Financial Statement in the amount of $500,000 per unauthorized use of the name used with the intent of obligating me, plus costs, plus triple damages.

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CHARLESTON IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS DOCKET NO. 2023CP1002062

PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, Plaintiff,

v. Christopher Lloyd Martin; Amanda Michelle Martin aka Amanda M. Chubb; Veronica M. White, as Personal Representative; Discover Bank Sienna at Grand Oaks Homeowners Association, Inc. Sienna at Grand Oaks, LLC South Carolina Department of Revenue Defendant(s). (016487-01136)

SUMMONS

Deficiency Judgment Waived

TO THE DEFENDANT Sienna at Grand Oaks, LLC: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to appear and defend by answering the Complaint in this foreclosure action on property located at 502 Hainsworth Dr, Charleston, SC 29414, being designated in the County tax records as TMS# 3050400181, of which a copy is herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answer on the subscribers at their offices, 1221 Main Street, 14th Floor, Post Office Box 100200, Columbia, South Carolina, 292023200, within thirty (30) days after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service; except that the United States of America, if named, shall have sixty (60) days to answer after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to do so, judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

TO MINOR(S) OVER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE AND/OR MINOR(S) UNDER FOURTEEN

YEARS OF AGE AND THE PERSON WITH WHOM THE MINOR(S) RESIDES AND/OR TO PERSONS UNDER SOME LEGAL DISABILITY:

YOU ARE FURTHER SUMMONED AND NOTIFIED to apply for the appointment of a Guardian Ad Litem to represent said minor(s) within thirty (30) days after the service of this Summons upon you. If you fail to do so, application for such appointment will be made by the Plaintiff(s) herein.

s/Brian P. Yoho

Rogers Townsend, LLC

ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF

John J. Hearn (SC Bar # 6635), John.Hearn@rogerstownsend.com

Brian P. Yoho (SC Bar #73516), Brian.Yoho@rogerstownsend.com

Jeriel A. Thomas (SC Bar #101400)

Jeriel.Thomas@rogerstownsend.com

1221 Main Street, 14th Floor Post Office Box 100200 (29202) Columbia, SC 29201 (803) 744-4444

Columbia, South Carolina

NOTICE

TO THE DEFENDANTS ABOVE

NAMED:

YOU WILL PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Summons and Complaint, of which the foregoing is a copy of the Summons, were filed with the Clerk of Court for Charleston County, South Carolina on April 28, 2023.

s/Brian P. Yoho Rogers Townsend, LLC

ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF

John J. Hearn (SC Bar # 6635), John.Hearn@rogerstownsend.com

Brian P. Yoho (SC Bar #73516), Brian.Yoho@rogerstownsend.com

Jeriel A. Thomas (SC Bar #101400) Jeriel.Thomas@rogerstownsend.com

1221 Main Street, 14th Floor Post Office Box 100200 (29202)

Columbia, SC 29201 (803) 744-4444

Columbia, South Carolina

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CHARLESTON IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS

C/A # 2023-CP-10-02149

REV Federal Credit Union, Plaintiff,

v. Gerald L. Brown; Kevin D. Brown; and any other unknown Heirs or Devisees of James A. Brown, Jr., deceased; including any Children and Heirs at Law, Distributees and Devisees of James A. Brown, Jr., deceased; and if any be deceased, then any persons entitled to claim under or through them; also all

other persons unknown, claiming any right, title, estate, interest in or lien upon the real estate property described in the complaint herein; any unknown adults, minors or persons under legal disability, being a class designated as John Doe; and any unknown adults or persons in the Military Service of the United States of America, being a class designated as Richard Roe; George Heyward; and Murray’s Mortuary, Defendant. (190638-000285)

SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF FILING COMPLAINT

TO THE DEFENDANTS ABOVE

NAMED: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to appear and defend by answering the Complaint in this action, of which a copy is herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answer on the subscribers at their office, 171 Church Street, Suite 120C, Charleston, SC 29401, or PO Box 22795, Charleston, SC 29413, within thirty (30) days after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service, except that the United States of America, if named, shall have sixty (60) days to answer after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to do so, judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

YOU WILL ALSO TAKE NOTICE that Plaintiff will move for an order of reference or that the Court may issue a general order of reference of this action to a master in equity/ special referee, pursuant to Rule 53 of the South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure, and that pursuant to S.C. Code Ann. §14-11-110, as amended, Plaintiff’s attorney will submit written testimony on behalf of the Plaintiff at said reference hearing.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Complaint in the above-entitled action was filed in the office of the Clerk of Court for Charleston County on May 4, 2023.

LIS PENDENS (Mortgage Foreclosure) (Non-Jury)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT an action has been or will be commenced in this Court upon complaint of the above-named Plaintiff against the above-named Defendants for the foreclosure of that certain Mortgages of real estate: James A. Brown, Jr. (now deceased) to REV Federal Credit Union, dated June 29, 2021, and recorded in the Office of the ROD for Charleston County on July 19, 2021, in Book 1015 at Page 126. The property covered and affected

by the said Mortgage and the foreclosure thereof is, at the time of the making thereof and at the time of the filing of this notice, described as follows:

ALL that certain lot of land, together with the buildings and improvements thereon, situate, lying and being in St. Andrews Parish, City of Charleston, Charleston County, S.C., shown and designated as Lot 15, on a plat of W.L. Gaillard dated December 28, 1970, and entitled, “Plat of Sherwood Forest Extension”, and recorded in Plat Book O, at Page 16, in the ROD Office for Charleston County, S.C., having such shape, dimensions, buttings and boundings as will by reference to said plat more fully appear, be all of the said dimensions shown thereon a lift more or less.

This being the same property as conveyed to James A. Brown, Jr and Arrabell G. Brown, by deed of Southern Home Builders, Inc., dated April 19, 1977 and recorded April 19, 1977 in Book D112 at Page 291 in the Charleston County ROD Office. Thereafter, James A. Brown, Jr. as Personal Representative of the Estate of Arrabell G. Brown, conveyed the interest of Arrabell G. Brown to James A. Brown Jr. by Deed of Distribution dated February 3, 2021 and recorded February 12, 2021 in the Office of the ROD for Charleston County In Book 0980 at Page 592.

TMS: 351-16-00-109

Property Address: 6 Pratt Street, Charleston, SC 29407

NOTICE OF ORDER APPOINTING GUARDIAN AD LITEM TO: THE DEFENDANTS HEREIN, NAMES AND ADDRESSES UNKNOWN, INCLUDING ANY THEREOF WHO MAY BE MINORS, IMPRISONED PERSONS, INCOMPETENT PERSONS, UNDER OTHER LEGAL DISABILITY OR, IF ANY, WHETHER RESIDENTS OR NON-RESIDENTS OR NON-RESIDENTS OF SOUTH CAROLINA AND TO THE NATURAL, GENERAL, TESTAMENTARY GUARDIAN OR COMMITTEE, OR OTHERWISE, AND TO THE PERSON WITH WHOM THEY MAY RESIDE, IF ANY THERE BE:

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Motion for an order appointing Kelley Y. Woody, Esquire, as Guardian ad Litem Nisi, for all persons whomsoever herein collectively designated as John Doe, Defendants herein, names and addresses unknown, including any thereof who may be minors, imprisoned persons, incompetent persons, or under other legal disability, whether residents or non-residents of South Carolina, was filed in the Office of the Clerk of Court for Charleston County,

and appointing her as attorney for Richard Roe, fictitious name used to designate persons in the military service, if any, who have an interest in the real or personal property.

YOU WILL FURTHER TAKE NO-

TICE that unless the said minors or persons under other legal disability, if any, or someone in their behalf or in behalf of any of them, shall within thirty (30) days after service of notice of this order upon them by publication, exclusive of the day of such service, procure to be appointed for them, or either of them, a Guardian ad Litem to represent them for the purposes of this action, the appointment of said Guardian ad Litem Nisi shall be made absolute.

CERTIFICATE OF EXEMPTION FROM ADR

I certify that this action is exempt from ADR because:

___ this is a special proceeding seeking extraordinary relief such as mandamus, habeas corpus or prohibition;

___ this action is appellate in nature;

___ this is a post-conviction relief matter;

___ this is a contempt of court proceeding;

___ this is forfeiture proceeding brought by the State;

X this is a case involving a Mortgage foreclosure; or

___ the parties submitted the case to voluntary mediation with a certified mediator prior to the filing of this action.

s/ J. Ronald Jones, Jr.

J. Ronald Jones, Jr. (SC Bar No. 66091)

Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers, LLP

171 Church Street, Suite 120C Charleston, South Carolina 29401 Email: rjones@smithdebnamlaw.com

ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF

Charleston, South Carolina

June 1, 2023

Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers, LLP., is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. It is our understanding that you are not currently in bankruptcy. If you are in bankruptcy, please disregard this summons in its entirety and have your attorney contact our office as soon as possible.

Arts, etc.

Comedian Miller gets nerdy with ‘Stand-up Science’

By Chloe Hogan

In a show that’s equal parts hilarious, educational and deeply personal, New York City-based scientist and comedian Ben Miller presents “Stand-up Science,” a multimedia stand-up comedy show. Miller tells stories on topics ranging from his musculoskeletal condition to his childhood history with milk as jumping off points for scientific and comedic exploration.

In the show’s trailer, Miller asks his audience, “Do you remember that kid who used to tell the teacher, ‘Hey, you forgot to collect the homework?’ Did you hate that kid?” To which he receives a resounding, “Yes.” Miller then asks, “What if you found out that I was that kid?”

His jokes are sharp, self-deprecating and filled with nerdy tangents. Miller said though his “Stand-up Science” show is geared towards “nerds,” it’s accessible for those who are not particularly interested in science.

“People can expect to laugh and have a good time,” he said.

Miller got his start in stand-up six years ago in New York City, during his time studying material sciences at Columbia University. During his studies, Miller interned in various labs, experiencing many areas of scientific research. He’s worked with electron microscopes, 3D printers and even spent time as a teacher on a science bus.

He said his original interest in science comes from a passion for learning how the world works.

“There’s just so much wonder and excitement around us at all times — how could you not be curious?”

After what he called a “disheartening lab experience,” Miller realized he wanted to make a sharp pivot to pursue stand-up comedy. For his first few years as a comedian, Miller said he was hesitant to tell people about his background, worried about coming off as pretentious or unrelatable.

“At no point in comedy do you want the audience to feel like you think that you’re better than them. Likability is very important. So I just sort of kept that a secret for a while. But then, also the exciting part of comedy is [talking about] the things you’re afraid to talk about. When you talk about it on stage, it sort of transforms these things.”

It was during the 2020 pandemic-induced lockdown that Miller started to reconsider his aversion to discussing his scientific identity, realizing through his creation of a wellreceived video series he could combine his two passions to both educate and amuse.

From there, Miller developed the video series into a live show. After a sold-out run at the 2022 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, this year, in his first year as a full-time comedian, Miller takes his “Stand-Up Science” show on tour around the U.S. and the U.K.

“It’s a multimedia stand-up comedy show, so I’m doing jokes, and then also there’s pictures and stuff in the background, serious graphs and charts and silly images as well.”

Miller said his scientific background not only informs the content of his stand-up, but also his approach to writing material. He’s particularly known in the New York comedy roast battle scene.

“In roast battle comedy, essentially two comedians get up there and say mean things about each other. I think one of the things that potentially differentiates me is the way I approach it scientifically, like, if I’m researching a topic for a bit, I try to find out as much as I can, dive as deeply as possible and learn the greatest amount of information. My trying to discover as

much as I possibly can about this person to most effectively roast them has been a pretty successful strategy.”

Comedians and scientists have more in common than you might think, Miller said. They observe the world around them and report their findings.

“Most common traits of scientists are shy, socially awkward and don’t know how to interact with other people. And that’s also a lot of comedians. Both are a little bit neurotic. Maybe comedians have been scientists this whole time … It’s not a comedy show. It’s an academic conference on why airplane food is bad.”

Miller performs “Stand-up Science” at the Tin Roof at 9 p.m. June 22. Charlestonbased comedians Joseph Coker and Shawna Jarret will also perform. Tickets are $10 at citypapertickets.com.

Catch a pop-up show at Grand Bohemian

The Grand Bohemian Gallery presented pop-up exhibitions with local artists for the past two weekends. This third weekend closes out the mini-series with illustrator Timothy Banks and abstract artist Sarah White (also known as Swhitey Art). The exhibition runs June 9-13 with a reception hosted by the artists from 4-6 p.m. June 10. To learn more, check out @grandbohemiangallery.gbc on Instagram.

Chloe Hogan

Celebrate Disco with 34 West’s new show

Opening June 16 at 34 West Theater Company, I’m Still Standing is a new disco-infused comedy which follows the story of a ’70s TV star and features a soundtrack by artists ranging from the Commodores to Elton John. The 90-minute show runs until Sept. 16 with tickets starting at $49. Visit 34west.org to learn more CH

Catch country music at The Windjammer

Nashville-based country/Americana band Boy Named Banjo takes to the beach stage at The Windjammer June 17. The five-piece band blends modern country, Americana, folk-rock and bluegrass. Members include Barton Davies (banjo), Ford Garrard (bass/standing bass), Sam McCullough (drums), Willard Logan (mandolin/guitar) and William Reames (guitar/harmonica).

The band just released the single “What Keeps Me Going” to follow up its debut 2021 EP Circles. Tickets are $15 to $20 and available at the-windjammer.com.

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Support female musicians

All-female show Strawberry Flavored Vibes takes over the Tin Roof in West Ashley on June 15, featuring DJ Naomi, singer-songwriters Anna Crosby, Airalyn Baye , Little Fish and Sam Soto, plus spoken-word artist Georgia Nubia Concert goers will hear music from across the genre spectrum, including rock, pop, R&B and folk. The 8 p.m. show is $10 cash at the door. — CG

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Scientist-turned-comedian Miller explores everything from chairs to thermodynamics with wit and humor in his stand-up show

Most common traits of scientists are shy, socially awkward and don’t know how to interact with other people. And that’s also a lot of comedians. Both are a little bit neurotic.”

—Ben Miller

Shem Creeps lead a not-quite-straight-edge Carolina punk revival

By Stratton Lawrence

Frontman Devin Dukes and his punk band, Shem Creeps, aren’t pretending to be straight-edge or even teenage punks ready to burn down the building. They already did that in the ’80s.

The band will relive those glory days at two showcases featuring South Carolina punk bands, which begins with Charleston Punk Night at the Music Farm on June 10. Dukes curated the lineup of the 33’s, Anergy, Shem Creeps and Soda City Riot. Shem Creeps reconvenes June 18 at the Tin Roof to open for Bedlam Hour, a nowreunited staple of the Southeast punk scene that disbanded more than 25 years ago.

“Bedlam Hour was the standard for punk rock and hardcore,” Dukes recalled. Around the time the band dissolved, the mainstream popularity of ska and pop-punk diluted the scene. Once going to a punk show felt safe, the edge was lost.

Still, Dukes said the goal isn’t to recreate the violent mosh pits of the ’80s. After all, he and Shem Creeps co-leader Stephen Hunt are in their mid 50s. But that doesn’t mean a band with gray hair and hip replacements can’t rage.

“The kids might scoff at first, but then we start playing,” Dukes said, laughing.

Shem Creeps, rounded out by brothers

Zach and Aaron Roetling on bass and drums, calls its sound “funcore.” The lyrics on Let’s See If Anyone Buys This, the band’s six-song EP released earlier this year, fit that bill.

“Wavestorm” is a cheeky ode to Costco soft-top surfboards, while “Lil’ Baby Mosh” imagines a nursery of toddlers pumping their heads and throwing elbows. It’s another reaction to the commoditization of the punk ethos.

“Parents would have lost their mind back in the day if a little kid wore a Misfits shirt,” Duke said. “Now you see these tiny kids with faux hawks — it’s considered cool.”

“BBQ Is Killing America” plays like a true straight-edge song, calling out the meat industry as the leading cause of climate change while name-dropping local BBQ joints as “killing America.” It’s a serious message with truth behind it, but also it’s intended as a joke, the band said.

“I was plant-based for a while, but it was unsustainable for me,” Dukes said. “I’m a humongous fan of hardcore bands like Youth of Today, Judge and Gorilla Biscuits, but straight-edge is kind of like the Krishna people; they set an example that’s just too hard.”

Before forming Shem Creeps, Dukes led a punk Grateful Dead cover band called Wake of the Blood. “No guitar solos and no song over three minutes, except ‘Terrapin

Station,’ which we got through in four-anda-half [minutes],” he said. “It was a challenge. Nobody got it.”

He and guitarist Hunt also led Building Fund, a punk take on Southern Baptist hymns. After another tongue-in-cheek cover band endeavor burned out, the two of them founded Shem Creeps, and Dukes shifted to writing original lyrics with a comedic bent.

“Having fun covers a lot more ground with people,” Dukes said. “They want to hear something clever.”

That’s also the approach Bedlam Hour is taking with its comeback. After hatching the reunion plans with his bandmates, singer Chuck Walker wrote the five songs on the band’s new EP, Win a Billion Dollars, within a few days.

Walker, a retired schoolteacher, grandfather and a cancer survivor, said he realized it was time to go back to doing what he loved most — which most likely won’t require the cops and the fire department to show up at the Music Farm like they did at the King Street Palace in 1990 at Bedlam Hour’s last appearance in Charleston when the opening act Johnny Puke almost burned the building down.

The band also won’t be recreating its legendary stunt at George Street’s long-lost Club Dog Alley, when Walker doused the audience with a “ritualistic bathing” of a decade’s worth of Chaps Ralph Lauren cologne received from his mom each year at Christmas.

“We’re not going to stink up the Tin Roof,” Walker said. “We’re using this as an opportunity to tell the South Carolina punk rock community how much we love them and appreciate them and give them the amazing punk rock show they’re used to from us. We’re still going to blow their minds, no doubt.”

Stephen Bates

Charleston’s “most polite punk band” Shem Creeps (above) open a June 18 show at Tin Roof featuring punk band Bedlam Tour, which formed in Myrtle Beach in 1983

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