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The title of this week’s cover story (“A City of Good Buildings” — a line plucked from Andrew Gould’s essay on Charleston as a work of art) is a bit of a misnomer. Yes, all six of the contributions do examine the buildings of Charleston. But what would a building be without the people who built it and the people who inhabit it for a few hours at a time? So, in that sense, this building story is actually a people story. As Gould, Jenny Bevan, and Christopher Liberatos write and Vince Graham mentions in his introduction, Charleston’s architectural legacy is notable because of the modest, human scale with which it was built. As historian Joe McGill says, we must also consider the enslaved people forced to build our city with their hands. As architect Whitney Powers writes, the people who designed and built Charleston’s historic buildings (like Hibernian Hall, the subject of Ralph Muldrow’s essay) have long died, along with any reason to attempt to recreate their exploits.

Charleston is, indeed, a city of good buildings. Its people owe it to themselves to make every effort to keep it that way. —Sam Spence

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■ NEWS p. 6 Lesson Plans

Long-sought Charleston school equality initiatives met with controversy and confusion p. 8 News Blips

Cunningham signs on to bill to advance tax credits for new parents; State’s largest debt sparks battle over public benefit p. 12 Blotter

Sadly true cases from the police files ■ VIEWS p. 14 Comments

Readers sound off p. 14 Prophet Motive by Jeremy Rutledge

All I want for Christmas is a shared sense of urgency p. 14 Stegelin!

Steve Stegelin’s editorial cartoon p. 16 Guest Column by Will McCorkle

Should we expect even more chaos in 2020 if Trump loses?

■ FEATURE STORY p. 18 A City of Good Buildings

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Charleston Christmas Special is a classic holiday variety show p. 26 Artifacts

Spoleto Festival USA teases another 2020 performance; Artfields Jr. looking for student submissions p. 27 When Goddesses Gather

New local zine, “Venus,” tackles what it means to be femme p. 30 Soundbites from the Belmonts

Sitting down with the stars of the classic Christmas flick, Night of the Comet p. 32 Critics’ Picks

The best arts events in town this week ■ CUISINE p. 34 Bold Bites

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West Ashley’s Synagogue Emanu-El hosts ninth annual kosher barbecue cook-off

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Long-sought Charleston school equality initiatives met with controversy and confusion

BY SAM SPENCE

CHARLESTON CITY PAPER 12.11.2019

For more than two years, Charleston school district officials have been fine-tuning proposals to improve equity in local education, where schools are plagued by achievement gaps, distorted attendance patterns, and racial segregation.

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The board has debated and voted on a few of those proposals already, but some details remain up in the air and critics still hope for a chance to pump the brakes on others.

This Friday, members of the Charleston school board will sit down with the local legislative delegation to talk specifics on proposals to close, combine, and revamp county magnet school programs. A few days later, members are slated to move on remaining changes at high-achieving schools including Buist Academy for Advanced Studies and Academic Magnet High School.

The changes afoot now are the result of the district’s long and overdue reevaluation of magnet programs and the academic resources available to all students when they walk through the schoolhouse doors.

The first sentence of a six-month Clemson University research study published last fall plainly describes the challenge faced by leaders charged with maintaining local schools: “The Charleston County School District fails nearly half of its students.”

Commissioned by district leaders in December 2017, the research compiled by

Clemson’s Office of Inclusion and Equity outlined detailed recommendations for reforming the local education landscape.

The report leaves no room for doubt that immediate changes are needed in a district where white students meet reading expectations at three times the rate of their AfricanAmerican classmates on average.

“It is time — past time — to take informed, bold, and even disruptive measures,” the report states. “Mere tinkering and technical change will not do.”

With more than $500,000 invested in Clemson’s study and follow-up group sessions with outside contractors, the district rolled out a list of plans in June for big-picture goals and changes to rework specific neighborhood and magnet school programs. The proposals, which took into account work by four Mission Critical Action Groups, indeed proved disruptive as the district took action to shift attendance zones and alter magnet programs for schools across the county.

Proposals up for consideration on Dec. 16 are aimed at increasing access to some of the district’s highest achieving schools, including specialty magnet programs currently filled

with mostly white, affluent students.

Still, the slew of remaining proposals, including changes at Buist and Academic Magnet, did not sit well with state elected officials from the Charleston area.

“There is a great deal of confusion, anger and disagreement being expressed to members of the Legislative Delegation about discussed changes to magnet schools across Charleston County,” a Nov. 1 letter read, signed by 21 members of the county delegation asking the board to hold off on the proposals. The board acted on many of the proposals on Nov. 18, but left the big-ticket items for December’s meeting.

S.C. Sen. Sandy Senn, says she signed onto the letter in response to calls from her district and from the Academic Magnet community, where her son is a freshman.

“I was getting my cage rattled by so many constituents that were very angry,” Senn told the City SENN Paper. “It seemed to me like they were going in a direction that made very few people happy.”

West Ashley state Rep. Leon Stavrinakis, who helped rally lawmakers to draft the letter, also noted that it seemed the district was moving ahead without public support. The criticism he has heard has been related to a

number of neighborhood schools, not just the elite magnet programs.

“I am hopeful that when we do meet, it won’t merely be lipservice,” says Senn.

Board member Cindy Bohn Coats pointed to the district’s work on the proposals over the past few months, including a series of public input STAVRINAKIS sessions, indicating some frustration at the timing of the letter.

Nonetheless, she says she is looking ahead to the meeting.

“I don’t have an issue with us having some open conversations,” says Coats, who lives in North Charleston. “But it’s not like we can stop nine months worth of work and just say, ‘OK, we’re not going to do anything else or make any other decisions until we explain to you everything we’ve done for the last nine months.’ ” “I think some of them might want to come out of the meeting with us not doing what we’re proposing to do,” Coats says. “But I feel the board’s role in this is to clearly explain to them what we’re doing and why.”

“They’re their own elected officials,” Senn says. “We can’t really control them unless it’s some really drastic things that I would be loathe to do, but I might go along with doing, if we can’t seem to get their attention.”

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—In a Dec. 8 column, Charles Blow reacted to former S.C. Gov. Nikki Haley’s assertion last week that it was Emanuel gunman Dylann Roof who “hijacked” the meaning of the Confederate flag. During her reelection campaign months before the 2015 shooting, Haley called the flag a “sensitive issue,” dismissing demands to remove the symbol of white supremacy, saying, “We really kind of fixed all that when we elected the first Indian-American female governor.” Source: The New York Times

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CUNNINGHAM SIGNS ON TO BILL TO ADVANCE TAX CREDITS FOR NEW PARENTS

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Last week, U.S. Rep. Joe Cunningham helped introduce legislation that will help support parents in the first year of their child’s birth or adoption. On Dec. 4, the Advancing Support for Working Families Act was announced among bipartisan support in Congress.

The act would allow families to advance their $5,000 tax credit in the first year of a child’s life or in the first year a family adopts a child. The advanced credit is meant to provide the cost of leave, day care, baby supplies, and other common expenses for new parents.

“The birth or adoption of a child should be one of the most joyous times in a parent’s life. Instead, millions of Americans are forced to worry about how they’ll afford to take time off or pay for child care when they go back to work,” Cunningham, a Democrat who represents the 1st Congressional District, said in a statement. “That’s why I’m proud to support this important legislation that provides hard working Lowcountry families with the flexibility and support they need during the critical first year of their child’s birth or adoption.”

In 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act doubled the child tax credit. This allows parents to claim up to $2,000 for each child under 17 years of age. The Advancing Support for Working Families Act does not provide additional paid leave or job security for new parents. —Heath Ellison

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STATE’S LARGEST DEBT SPARKS BATTLE OVER PUBLIC BENEFIT

An ideological divide is growing in South Carolina over whether the state should continue to provide its employees with a public pension — even though the legislature overhauled it just two years ago.

Labeled as “phase two” of possible pension reform, advocates are seeking to change the guaranteed, public-backed benefit to something more akin to a 401(k), that puts the liability on the back of individual state employees.

One in 10 people in South Carolina rely on a state-funded retirement plan that, despite 2017 legislative state fixes, continues to face huge problems. At the top of the list: the $25 billion long-term liability of the pension plan. Some say it is an unfunded mandate — a financial noose tightening around the state’s coffers. Why? Because it uses variable revenue sources, including marketbased investments.

“It’s the biggest issue we’re facing and it will always be the biggest issue we face in our lifetimes,” states auditor Comptroller General Richard Eckstrom says.

In the last year, the state incurred $1.5 billion in losses from underperforming investments from the pension program that manages $32 billion in contributions, Eckstrom says. Some critics complain the state’s assumption of a 7.25 percent return on its investments is unrealistic.

South Carolina is part of a national trend of states failing to adequately fund their pension plans, according to multiple nationwide studies. In 2017, the state pension funds in a Pew Charitable Trust study cumulatively reported a $1.28 trillion funding gap.

Most officials around Columbia say legislation from 2017 largely fixed the problem — even some of the system’s biggest critics like Republican state continued on page 11

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Treasurer Curtis Loftis. But Eckstrom, who also is Republican, and a few GOP lawmakers disagree, saying the state needs to implement a phase two to avoid financial ruin and broken promises.

In 2017, legislators did three things: lowered fees for investment, increased the amount of money to fund the pension through an enhanced employer contribution (mostly the state, but the pension includes local governments, schools and other public agencies), and gave the state investment commission instructions for “better” investing, according to S.C. Sen. Vincent Sheheen, a Democrat from Kershaw.

“This problem took a long time to develop and it takes time to be solved, and what we did in 2017 has already shown dramatic improvements,” Sheheen says.

The fund could pay off outstanding unfunded liabilities in as soon as 22 years under current projections, Sheheen says.

Eckstrom disagreed that pensions are fixed in the state.

“This retirement system continues to hemorrhage,” he says, adding the state paid $1.2 billion last year, but didn’t earn the projected 7.25 percent needed to fully fund retirees, which caused it to incur a $1.5 billion loss — meaning millions of promised dollars were not earned.

Eckstrom also supports some measures to shift some investing responsibility back to employees. At least two next-step proposals by Lowcountry Republicans would add market-based elements to state workers’ retirement plans.

A longtime critic of the state’s pension system, Loftis, says he’s satisfied with the 2017 changes.

“The reforms of 2017 were good reforms.

There’s still a little bit of refinement needed but I have high hopes that the management in place now is going to do well,” Loftis told Statehouse Report, Charleston City Paper’s sister publication.

Still, Eckstrom remains skeptical.

“We’ve pretty well demonstrated we can’t run this kind of plan. I can’t imagine what more proof anyone needs to look at the miserable results we have to show for how incompetent we have been,” he says.

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Two women got into an argument culminating in a threat of gun violence because their shopping carts collided in a supermarket parking lot. Amazingly, this did not take place on Black Friday.

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A downtown man told police that he didn’t know why his car smelled like marijuana. He was actually telling the truth because a “white rock-like substance” was found in his vehicle instead of weed.

Police observed two men downtown; one “using narcotics” and the other standing next to him.

They approached the man not using an illegal substance and performed a search on his person for suspicious activity.

After returning from a month-long vacation, a man realized the rear tire on the car he had left parked at his apartment was much smaller than the one it had when he left. This is clearly a case of a good Samaritan doing a poor job at changing a tire, and not a tire theft.

Four counterfeit $20 bills were used at a West Ashley restaurant. This isn’t the first time four 20s has gotten someone in trouble with the police.

A man began receiving text messages from an unknown number. The texts referred to the man as a “racist asshole” and threatened to tell Live 5 News about his undescribed bigotted activities. Well, looks like it wound up in the City Paper instead.

On his first day of work at a supermarket, a man reported lost credit and debit cards and found $850 in fake bills in a desk drawer. The life of a loss prevention officer is going to be an adventure.

A West Ashley convenience store employee discovered after work that her tires had been slashed. She believes that the offender is a frequent customer who jokingly walked into the store the week prior pretending to rob them.

Maybe slashing her tires was supposed to be funny?

An officer pulled over a speeding vehicle and smelled what they believed to be marijuana coming from inside. After a quick search, the officer confirmed his suspicions.

Maybe try breaking one law at a time in the future.

In a freak glass-bottlethrowing accident, a window at a downtown Charleston business was broken the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. The business owner told officers he didn’t want the bottle thrower arrested so close to the holiday.

After stopping a vehicle for speeding, officers found two handguns and three magazines full of ammunition; at least one of which had been stolen from Charleston Police in March 2018.

Believing that she was being stalked by her husband, a woman discovered a tracking device under her vehicle. The victim advised that her husband has placed multiple trackers on her car in the past.

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PROPHET MOTIVE | BY JEREMY RUTLEDGE

As the Water Rises All I want for Christmas is a shared sense of urgency At the beginning of the year, I sat around the table with a handful of clergy and our new representative, Joe Cunningham. The congressman had invited us to a listening session.

As he began his work in Washington, he explained, he wanted to listen to what worried people most. He asked if we could each share our top concern. Then, he simply listened.

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We went around the room, one by one. It was a small but diverse group. Several faith traditions were represented, and we were fairly balanced in terms of race and gender.

Colleagues shared what worried them most, a list of familiar Lowcountry problems: gentrification, housing costs, transportation challenges, and educational inequality. When it was my turn to speak, I knew what I had to say.

I shared with Cunningham that I was a parent and what I worried about most was what my son worried about most: the climate crisis. We read about it every day, I explained. We understand the scientific consensus, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) reports, and the increasingly short timeline with which we have to work. More importantly, we see the changes in the Lowcountry with warmer water, stronger storms, and sunny day flooding. Yet, there is little sense of urgency. I worry about it every day, I said. So does my son. And there is nothing partisan about it. When the water rises, it doesn’t stop to ask if we voted for a Democrat, a Republican, or if we voted at all. It just rises.

I appreciated my congressman’s active listening. He nodded and agreed, then offered that he shared my concern both as a parent and a citizen. He also understood that making the climate crisis into yet another partisan battlefield was a recipe for inaction. We wondered aloud about how to build the necessary coalition to address a threat as

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great as the climate crisis. In other words, how to build a coalition of everybody.

I was encouraged by the conversation until my next colleague spoke. He used his time not to share what concerned him, but to underscore that the climate crisis did not. I listened quizzically, knowing that one day his historic church would go underwater about the same time as mine.

I thought of that conversation this week as I called my representative again, along with both my senators, to urge more robust U.S. engagement in the Conference of the Parties climate summit happening in Madrid. I called the White House, too, and asked that we recommit to the 2015 Paris climate agreement. I could hear the futility in the operator’s voice. “Yeah, yeah,” she said, “I’ll take it down” (no exaggeration, that’s what the White House operator actually said). I can’t imagine a less urgent response.

Yet, the latest report of the United Nations Environment Program, released just last week, sounds as if it was written in all-caps. Global greenhouse gas emissions, it warns, have continued to increase at a rate of 1.5 percent a year over the past decade. What is needed, however, is an annual decrease of at least 7.6 percent. The report details just how quickly we are moving in the wrong direction. We’ve been reading reports like this year after year. Not only are their sumcontinued on page 17

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What’s Next?

Should we expect even more chaos in 2020 if Trump loses?

President Donald Trump is embroiled in an ever-expanding scandal after a whistleblower released the information about his dealings with the president of Ukraine. Between the White House’s redacted transcript summary, texts, testimonies, and the words of Trump associates, there seems to be little question about a quid pro quo for continued military aid.

It is not surprising, but it is deeply disturbing that many of his GOP allies continue to circle the wagons. Everything is about defending the party leader at any cost.

However, it has now reached especially dangerous proportions. If Republicans do not stand up and honor the Constitution and hold Trump accountable, I am afraid that it could eventually lead to greater chaos and even violence in 2020.

In response to the investigation, Trump has already insinuated that the people who clued in the whistleblower should be executed. He called U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff a traitor, the inquiry a coup, the Democrats scum, and has made reference to the impeachment causing a Civil War-like rift.

This is not just hyperbolic language. This is the language of authoritarians and tyrants who refuse to abide by the guidelines and procedures of a constitutional republic.

If the GOP does not hold Trump accountable for his current crimes, what will happen in 2020 if the Democratic candidate wins and Trump says that it was due to voter fraud? This scenario is not only possible, but likely. Even after winning the Electoral College in 2016, Trump falsely accused millions of undocumented immigrants of voting to give Clinton the popular vote victory. His former lawyer, Michael Cohen, now in prison, warned that Trump will not accept the results in 2020 if he loses.

This should be a concern to all Americans.

What happens in the situation where Trump refuses to concede? Aside from a few notable cases in our history, We are playing with most notably the election of Lincoln, we have had peaceful fire by allowing a transitions of power. Trump puts this all at risk. What does the nation do in this type of situation? What will happen man like Trump to the people that Trump frames as scapegoats? How can stay in power. If he is to this tension be resolved in a peaceful and civil manner? We allowed to get away are playing with fire by allowing a man like Trump to stay in power. If he is allowed to get away with impeachable with impeachable offenses, what will he try to do next year to stay in power? offenses, what will Just like tyrants in other countries, it could be a choice of he try to do next year either staying in power or going to prison — special prosecutor Robert Mueller did say Trump could be indicted after to stay in power? leaving office, after all.

Several prominent leaders have recently pointed out that many Republicans behind closed doors know that Trump is corrupt and unfit for office. However, they still think they can use him to get what they want, and they are afraid of the consequences of speaking out. Perhaps the worst form of this cowardice and opportunism is seen in the once critic but now arch defender of Trump, our U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham. It is also seen in our former Gov. Nikki Haley, who is giving cover to Trump, and in U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, who still refuses to hold the president accountable.

I truly hope our better angels prevail. I hope that people have enough community amongst themselves that we can overcome this trying time in our nation and choose a peaceful path. I hope we can look to the path of Jesus, choosing to become peacemakers while knowing that peace will only come if we also hunger and thirst for justice. If we look at world history, there are many precedents that have similarities to our current situation that should give us pause. If we want to have a stable country, a peaceful country, it starts by holding the top leader accountable.

If we fail to do this and all hell breaks loose, the blame will be almost completely at the feet of the elected leaders who knew in their heart of continued on page 17

Next continued from page 16 hearts this was dangerous and wrong, but decided to stay along for the ride. We have accomplished too much as a nation and overcome too many struggles to allow someone as blatantly corrupt and authoritarian as Trump to destroy our republic. If our congressional officials want to show their love for their country, it starts by respecting its ideals and removing Trump from office before it is too late. The risks of what could happen postelection in 2020 are too great.

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So, I end the year the same way I began, with a deepening sense of worry. Not about the climate crisis alone, but about our general quiet in the face of it. About the ways we turn past the IPCC reports to the television page or simply drive through the saltwater to dinner or a movie.

All I want for Christmas this year is a shared sense of urgency. Because, did I mention the water just rises?

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A City of Good Buildings HOW CAN CHARLESTON GROW WHILE LOOKING TO THE PAST AND THE FUTURE?

By Vince Graham

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Inspired by this attention from the Times, the editors of the Charleston City Paper asked several local practitioners for an introspective review of our architectural history and where it is today. What follows are thoughtful assessments from people who care deeply about Charleston.

Most of us laypeople are familiar with the “traditional” versus “contemporary” debate over style. Should modern architecture be of its place or of its time? But what qualifies as “modern”? Were Vitruvius and Palladio and Robert Mills not the “modernists” of their day? In that sense, Bevan, Gould,

Holt, Hoertdoerfer, Liberatos, Muldrow, Powers, and Stern are all modernists. In the bigger picture however, whether these thoughtful designers take inspiration from precedents of immortal ancient beauty, Dwell magazine, or both is less important, I believe what Rybczynski points out: The greatness of Charleston is less about the style of its individual buildings than it is about the human scale of those buildings. And it is the city’s neighborhoods and streets, comprised of those human-scaled buildings, that distinguish Charleston from other cities. In other words, it is the relationship of private and public realms that makes Charleston greater than the sum of its parts.

“Not houses finely roofed, not the stones of walls well built, nor canals nor dockyards make the city, but men able to use their opportunity.” ~Alcaeus of Mytilene (c. 600 B.C.)

350 years ago, a company of eight Englishmen, commonly known as the Lords Proprietors, adopted The Fundamental Constitutions of Carolina as a means of governing a massive new development project along the south Atlantic coast of North America. To entice settlement, the document expressed an unprecedented level of religious tolerance for the time, even going so far as to extend opportunity to “Jews, heathens, and other dissenters from the purity of Christian religion.” Imperfect though it was, the Fundamental Constitutions provided a seed of opportunity. Planted the following year, 1670, the seed took root.

Gradually, through good times and bad, the opportunities envisioned by the founding document were extended to people of both genders and all races. Aiming to improve life for themselves and their children, they used their opportunity to grow Charleston into the beloved place we enjoy today.

As we celebrate the 350th anniversary of Charleston’s founding next year, let us be mindful of opportunity. Not just for big designers and developers from off, but for how to enable opportunity for individuals who currently occupy this place. So that they may do what their forbears did — contribute in a small way to make this beautiful place even more so.

Vince Graham is an aspiring civic artist involved in building and renovating neighborhoods.

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he diagrams you see here compare two blocks of equal size. One is a six-story “Texas Donut,” the kind of structural mass being built in Charleston and elsewhere. The other is laid out with multiple types of buildings ranging from two to four stories following in 350-year-old urban and architectural patterns that coalesce in this place to form one of Charleston’s positive cultural contributions: its unique and celebrated urban and architectural character.

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ver the past two months, The New York Times ran two stories featuring our city’s architecture. The most recent focused on interior designer and transplanted New Yorker Karen Baldwin’s work “to transform a cinderblock house across from Hampton Park into a modernist gem.” To accomplish this, Baldwin engaged Kevan Hoertdoerfer, a local architect “with a history of designing provocative contemporary structures.” “Newish Chareston,” published in October, followed author and architectural critic Witold Rybczynski on a tour of historic and newly constructed buildings between White Point Garden and the Crosstown Expressway.

Rybczynski commented on the recent work of New York-based architect Robert A.M. Stern, as well as that of local developer George Holt whose work was featured in the author’s newest book, Charleston Fancy.

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FACING THE FLOOD OF SPECTACLE IN CHARLESTON BUILDINGS

By Whitney Powers

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harleston needs a prominent, good modern building that speaks to the area’s collective imagination and aspirations.

Given where we are — surrounded by the latest mediocre examples of cookie-cutter hotels and apartment buildings — it can seem a stretch even among those of us determined to make a go of it. But let’s take a look at where we are for a moment, shadowing a rather narrow real estate perspective that some would argue is “timeless.”

You may have noticed an odd clock tower as you arrive on I-26, signaling a recently completed Janus of a building. It doesn’t look to the past and the future per se, but possesses two distinct faces nonetheless, rather like an elaborate Broadway stage set.

Below that clocktower is one face (which doesn’t in fact face the street) presenting itself as an “artifact” of a dreamt up industrial past. This is certainly not a familiar idiom in Charleston but you were not supposed to notice that (it was courtesy of planner Andres Duany who thought that industrial buildings would be good models for big buildings in Charleston). Just relax and imagine those daylight expanses full of happy workers, dawn-to-dusk toiling away at their repetitive duties under the watchful eye of their benevolent master, er, boss.

The other visage serves up every trope of aristocratic privilege that New York-based architect Robert Stern could muster — from turrets to columns to quoins — done up in dressed stone (or faux dressed stone if you look above the first floor). It is difficult for me not to pause, given that all of its symmetrical grandeur looks out (greedily?) over the gentrification potential of Charleston’s East Side.

This presents us with the ideal example of what French philosopher Guy Debord described in his 1967 Society of the Spectacle.

He proposed that in modern society the authentic social life has been systematically replaced by its representation, or spectacle.

Furthermore, “...the spectacle is the ruling order’s non-stop discourse about itself, its never-ending monologue of self-praise, its self-portrait … of all aspects of life …” In our age, unlike any other time in history, Debord posits, the visual is much more important, alas, than the tactile.

This disconnect between the visual and the tactile lies at the heart of some of the issues that affect architecture in Charleston today. The city has always been a bit susceptible to this notion. Style underpins the mythology and has always been a bludgeon here, dictating status and privilege. It is no coincidence that following defeat in the Civil War, it did not take Lowcountry plantation owners long to find a way to spin a tale of aristocratic leisure to lure northern industrialists in for a few days of successful hunting and fishing led by former slaves. How quaint? And, with Charleston determined

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to reel in the luxe traveler in 2019, it is no wonder that columns, quoins, red pants, and acanthus leaves remain appealing. Never mind that Instagram makes this an imperative.

What is at issue is that we are unable to live a history, to create something out of this moment that signifies our entire city’s participation. Some argue that the historic district is special; but, must it be embalmed? What would have been the evolution of architecture here had the freed slave population actually endured as equals to the white population, rich and poor? Those in power, here and elsewhere, have used the last 150 years to ensure that a diverse, fully conscious kind of expression is not attractive or acceptable. It might (shocker) be too provocative. But, of course, then there is the great equalizer — flooding.

Whitney Powers is an architect who operates Studio A, Inc. in Charleston.

patterns, too, are unique, and they allow for a high density of people to live together in a walkable and practical way in a hot climate.

Previous city administrations supported Texas Donuts as a way to increase density in Charleston. As the diagram shows, compared with Charleston’s traditional urban fabric, Texas Donuts have a higher density not of people, but of cars. It also shows how Charleston’s traditional patterns form a rich urban fabric made up of many buildings with a variety of piazzas, porches, loggias, passages, courtyards, gardens, trees, birds, bees, breezes, rooms with more than one exposure, small-scale economy, and human-scaled charm. Texas Donuts, on the other hand, are block-sized monoliths, and the majority of their rooms have only one exposure, with entrances that open to interior hallways hundreds-of-feet long.

In theory, Charleston’s Historic District is protected by an ordinance and (now two) Boards of Architectural Review. They are tasked with issuing Certificates of Appropriateness for additions and new buildings. City ordinance calls for “continued construction in the historic styles” precisely because the district is characterized by buildings built in some styles and not in others.

Its purpose is aesthetic: that the ensemble is more important than the individual building. Charleston’s dense, low-rise, charming, and walkable urbanism is so much in demand that locals are being priced out because not enough supply is being built. In Charleston, we should be building fewer streets, buildings, and blocks that reflect architecture’s contemporary globalization, homogenization, and placeless monoculture. In Charleston, we should be building more of Charleston.

Jenny and Christopher operate Bevan and Liberatos, an architecture and design firm in Charleston.

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ood architecture needs to do a lot of things at once. It’s not enough for a building to be merely useful to its owner, or to be solidly and sustainably built for future owners, or to be a pretty edifice for the public to enjoy, or to contribute something new and meaningful as a work of art. It must do all of these things, and do all of them really well.

Charleston is a city of good buildings. Each of our historic structures has the beauty and good design to adapt to changing needs, to serve new purposes, and to still delight the eyes of historians and laymen alike. But the city is more than a concentration of good buildings.

The whole city is a work of art — it is the collective effort, through centuries, of politicians, clients, architects and builders, and all the craftsmen, free and enslaved, who worked for them. They worked to build a city with a special beauty that is like no other. Though they worked in different eras and in different architectural styles, they built their buildings true to their place, true to the local climate and culture, and respectful of the built aesthetic developed by those who came before them. As a result, the architecture of our city speaks with a common voice.

These days there is much talk of the city changing, that it needs to evolve, adapt to modern needs. True enough, as it always has been. But how can we change a city which is also a work of art? In the past, people were more comfortable changing works of art. Famous old buildings were remodeled and updated. Michelangelo’s David had a fig leaf added. Nowadays we wouldn’t do that. We conserve historic artworks exactly as they were meant to be. We categorize them as something quite apart from the practical things of normal life. There is good reason for this, and it works well in museums, and even in museum towns like Colonial Williamsburg. But Charleston can’t be a museum. People need to live and work here, and we need to build new buildings where we can fit them.

Some would say we should compartmentalize the old and the new as completely different phenomena — judge them according to different philosophies. Preserve the old buildings as petrified relics of another time, wellappointed with competing placards informing us of the great men who built them and the oppressed enslaved people who actually built them. Our new buildings, however, shall be quite different. They shall express our enthusiastic membership in the Modern Age by using a

Andrew Gould lives in downtown Charleston and has degrees in architecture and art history. He specializes in the design of infill housing and Eastern Orthodox Churches, and writes regularly for the Orthodox Arts Journal. Learn more at newworldbyzantine.com.

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style of architecture that originated in prewar Germany.

Virtue signaling with this alien style, we will prove that we are not like our quaint and villainous ancestors, but are practical, enlightened citizens of the smartphone era.

Some of these modernistic buildings may even be pretty good buildings. They serve the economic needs of the modern city, and they may even be beautiful in their way. But Charleston has more than political and economic needs. Our city is a work of art, and it needs buildings that contribute, not detract, from its unique and precious aesthetic.

Is it right to say that modern buildings need only fulfill some of the requirements of good architecture, but need not fulfill that most ancient of civic virtues — contributing to the common vision of the city beautiful? I feel that this shortchanges modern architects. It lets them off easy. In the past, people had to work together to create buildings that everyone agreed were good to live with. That was hard. Art was a serious matter. Nowadays it doesn’t matter if people like new buildings. They make a profit. They’re energy efficient.

So what if they don’t really please anyone? The modernist philosophy grants them a pass.

Ruta Smith I don’t subscribe to that. I believe that our city is still a EDMUND’S OAST work of art in progress, and EXCHANGE IS A NEW that each new building has WORLD BYZANTINE the opportunity to contribPROJECT ute — to make Charleston an even better Charleston than it was. This doesn’t mean I must copy old buildings. To do so would also be a failure of artisty, as I wouldn’t be contributing anything new.

It doesn’t even mean I must work in a specific historical style. Charleston offers examples of many styles, even eccentric ones, fitting gracefully into the cityscape.

But it does mean that my work is rooted in traditional patterns of materials, proportions and details, so that it sings a tune that can harmonize with the song of our old buildings. I have no wish to disrupt the wonderful beauty of our city, but to embrace it as my own, to learn its melodies, and to add my voice to its chorus.

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More to the Story SLAVE DWELLINGS ARE RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU IN DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON

By Joe McGill Joe McGill leads the From Slavery to Freedom cabin tour at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens and is the founder of the Slave Dwelling Project. McGill has spent the night in over 200 slave dwellings in 26 states, and counting. Last week, we had the chance to sit down with McGill to discuss his work.

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was an employee at the National Trust for Historic Preservation, they had an office here in Charleston at 456 King St. Prior to the Slave Dwelling Project starting, I had already gotten permission from Magnolia Plantation to spend the night there. So I spent my very first night at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens on Mother’s Day 2010.

The National Trust is an organization that helps save spaces. But those spaces are usually associated with white men — historical white men. And when we apply what they do to antebellum spaces, those spaces seem to concentrate on those white men, not necessarily the slavery that they may have been involved with. They, and other organizations like the National Trust, tend to be more interested in the architectural significance of the main buildings. And there’s nothing wrong with that. But that’s not the whole story. Being involved with such an organization and seeing that preservation was a thing, but seeing what they were concentrating on and what they were not concentrating on, kind of sparked my interest: knowing that buildings I’m interested in now existed. They existed, but they weren’t getting the attention they needed, and they were deteriorating. And some that were being interpreted were not being interpreted in a manner that’s fair to that population of enslaved people from that period.

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Of course, having the DNA that I have and being a Civil War reenactor, still am, those things kind of came together and created this crazy idea in my head. Being a Civil War reenactor, I would go to places — Civil War battlefields — and sometimes spend the night. So the idea of spending the night was already there.

Once upon a time, 10 or 20 years ago, you could go to a plantation and the chances of hearing nothing about enslaved people was great. Or if you heard something about enslaved people, it was from the angle of the enslavers, not the enslaved.

Well, that’s changing.

There are more organizations like McLeod [Plantation Historic Site], for instance.

They do a beautiful job, they tell the story from the bottom up. There are places like Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, and Montpelier, the home of James Madison, doing a beautiful job of telling the whole story of those who were there.

What’s more important now, what has more substance now are the conversations before the sleepovers. You know, we talk about slavery and the legacy that is left on this nation. And what we’re finding out is that there are more people interested in coming and taking part in that more so than the sleepover, because, you know, the sleepover is asking a lot. Everybody can’t physically do that. But everybody can engage in conversation.

It’s part of our mission, of the Slave Dwelling Project, to get more people thinking in that manner. Getting more of these historic sites thinking in that manner, no matter where these sites are located.

Downtown, slave dwellings look a lot like what we see every day in Charleston.

Sometimes it’s not a separate building.

Sometimes it’s the attic or the basement of

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a nice, beautiful home. that framed that house?

Sometimes these places If it’s made of bricks, are saved by default who made those bricks? because people are Whose labor was stolen concentrating on saving for all that to exist? that nice building. And in It’s nice to marvel the process, these spaces at that nice, beautiwhere enslaved people ful, architecturally inhabited the attic or the significant house across basement are also saved, the street. It’s worthy James Coulter file photo again, by default. These of being marveled at. houses now, these slave McGILL WANTS YOU TO THINK But there’s a whole lot dwellings, are used for so ABOUT WHO BUILT CHARLESTON more to the story than many things: pool houses, that place that fronts the rental spaces, garages, street. If you look deeper storage spaces. There are some of these places into that lot, then you can find those places whose use has been uninterrupted. that tell the rest of the story.

In Charleston itself, I have slept at a propYou see Charleston getting a lot of prizes erty owned by the College of Charleston on because they talk about their hospitality and Glebe Street. They use it as a guest house now. the historical significance of the city. But in I slept in 25 Longitude Lane, the Aiken-Rhett describing this historical significance, they House, and Heywood-Washington House. still gloss over or don’t mention the enslaveWhen people look around downtown, they ment that made a lot of this possible. I think should think about what allowed that buildthat if we are more honest about that, I think ing to become, to exist, to be placed on the we can still be number one in a lot of these landscape. If it’s an antebellum building and categories, but at least we’ll be more honest it’s made of wood, who cut down the trees about the real history and all the history.

On Hibernian Hall JUST ONE OF CHARLESTON’S GOOD BUILDINGS

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the ancient precedent of the superimposed orders. That precedent can be traced back to Rome’s Coliseum. From the bottom floor to the circular oculus he placed the Doric order first and then the Ionic and then the Corinthian orders that make for a soaring and grandly impressive building. The “competition” in terms of the Charleston penchant for grand and showy membership organization structures included the St. Andrew’s Society and the South Carolina Society buildings. In that mileu, Hibernian was at least an equal.

Walter went on to design new wings for the U.S. Capitol and during the Civil War he designed the dome of that iconic capitol, and he later oversaw the construction of the extraordinary City Hall in the center square of Philadelphia. Walter was a leader in the professionalization of the field of architecture. Among his contributions to that cause was his key role in creating the American Institute of Architecture which is still a mainstay for the architectural profession.

The immense earthquake centered in Charleston in 1886 caused extensive damage to Hibernian Hall. Much of the portico crumbled to the ground. It was rebuilt almost in kind, but it had a few changes that include an elaborate modillioned cornice and an Italianate window.

Ralph Muldrow is a professor of historic preservation at the College of Charleston.

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ibernian Hall, with its classical visage, is important as a member of the tremendous classical ensemble near and around the area often called “the Four Corners of the Law.” The Hibernian Society was formed in 1801 to assist poor Irish families who came to Charleston to pursue a better life. Like many origins in Charleston, this one began in conversations at a pub. There were at first two such organizations that naturally melded into one called The Hibernian Society.

As the society membership grew, both Catholic and Protestant individuals joined, as did a few non-Irish members. By 1833, the group decided to elicit architectural designs for a grand meeting place. This was at the height of the Greek Revival architectural style in the nation. They advertised a design competition in publications (mostly newspapers) up and down the East Coast, as there were few architects at that time. Charleston’s famous architect, Robert Mills, came in second place to the Philadelphia architect Thomas U. Walter. Mills worked with Thomas Jefferson on Monticello and later designed the Washington Monument and the Treasury building in D.C. Walter prevailed and the building was completed in 1841.

Walter had an ongoing project in Philadelphia called Founder’s Hall at Girard College that was a massive classical building.

That project included a year exploring the grand classical buildings of Europe as precedents. The Hibernian Society included some who wanted the edifice to include a hotel for income, but that fell by the wayside. Walter created a classical Ionic portico that carried the day for him in the competition. Behind that classical countenance was a tremendous three-story entrance vestibule that used

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Head to Local 616 for a fun and creative fundraiser. A group of talented local artists will be onsite ready to create a fresh print for you to take home and hang on the wall in return for a donation to the ACLU. While you wait for your custom print to dry, grab a bite at the Fast & French hot dog pop-up or a drink from the bar and meet some other art-loving supporters of basic human rights.

Sat. Dec. 14, 4-9 p.m. Donations. Local 616, 616 Meeting St. Downtown

Rock, roll, and dance with the kids at The Pour House with Rock and Roll Playhouse, a family-friendly band that interacts with kids during the show with storytelling, games, and movement. This weekend’s show will feature songs made famous by The Beatles, so come together for some family fun and great music.

Sat. Dec. 14 at 11:30 a.m. $15.

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Don’t miss Charleston’s premier onthe-water holiday event presented by the City of Charleston and America’s Boating Club. This evening of floating festivity will feature decorated boats as they sail the Charleston Harbor. Enter and decorate your own boat for prizes or view the spectacle from the shore.

Sat. Dec. 14, 6-8:30 p.m. Free to attend. Charleston Harbor, Downtown. holidayparadeofboats.com

Need to do some last minute Christmas shopping? Look no further than Carnes Crossroads’ fifth annual Holiday Market, where you’ll find all sorts of handmade gifts, goodies, and treats for everyone on your list. Shop small and local this Christmas season.

Sat. Dec. 14, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Wed. Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. Free to attend.

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Oysters on the Point This once a month winter series is back with all your favorite eats and drinks. The party will include local steamed oysters, live music, local vendors, s’mores, a bloody mary bar, and more. Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon by the water.

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Fri. Dec. 13, 8-11 p.m. Free to attend.

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This festive race benefits The Ark, an organization that provides support for families who have been touched by Alzheimer’s. Online registration ends on Dec. 12, so reserve your spot now.

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JENNIFER AND BRAD MORANZ PRODUCE, CAST, CHOREOGRAPH, AND PERFORM IN THE CHARLESTON CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

Deck the Hall Charleston Christmas Special is a classic holiday variety show

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Each year, the City Paper publishes guides to various holiday-themed productions around Charleston. Some are not so much Christmas shows as they are scathing satires or broad comedic takes on the season and the people who love it.

But let it be known that The Charleston Christmas Special 2019, which opens at the Charleston Music Hall this Friday, is not that kind of show. It’s an old-school song-andsketch-packed variety-show-style extravaganza for the whole family, similar to the kind you used to see back in the ’70s from pros like Andy Williams.

And that’s exactly how the producer/ performer team of Brad and Jennifer Moranz planned it: An irony-free, first-class evening of expertly delivered Christmas tunes and comedy sketches, presented by a group of remarkably talented performers.

“To me, the most amazing thing about the show is the cast,” Brad Moranz says. “It’s a level of talent all in one place that you don’t see very often, even if you go to a Broadway show.

THE PERFORMERS IN THE CHARLESTON CHRISTMAS SPECIAL ARE HIGHLY TALENTED

We’ve got a guy (Nathaniel Hackman) who’s been in Les Misérables on Broadway. We’ve got another guy (Matthew Billman) who sings exactly like Josh Groban, who’s been touring the country with Jersey Tenors. We’ve got a girl (Lakieta Bagwell-Graves) who sounds like Celine Dion who’s been a featured singer in the Smoky Mountain Opry in Pigeon Forge.”

As for the material, Moranz says the songbook for The Charleston Christmas Special is perhaps more wide-ranging than one might expect.

“The reason why the show has such a

broad appeal, and why about 10,000 people see it each year is that that it covers so many styles,” he says. “We’ll have a country Christmas song in there, and then all of a sudden will have a big band swing number, and then we’ll have some of the Gaither Vocal band’s quartet stuff. It’s just crazy.”

Planning out The Christmas Special is a year-round process for Moranz Entertainment, even when they’ve got other shows going on. In fact, the 2020 version of the show will be built while Brad and Jennifer are producing a Gershwin-themed production and a classic-rock show next spring and summer.

“We’re always looking for new things,” Moranz says. “We spend all year literally listening to every single thing that has come out in terms of who’s recording Christmas songs, whether it’s Brett Eldredge recording a Christmas album or Trisha Yearwood or Michael Bublé or Josh Groban. And then we just try to pick the best of all those songs and mix them with the right person who can do them the best and really make them come alive. We have to cast the show pretty much a year in advance in order to be able to research material and then to be able to assemble it in any logical fashion.” continued on page 28

Last week Spoleto Festival USA tossed out yet another teaser for their 2020 programming: Romantics Anonymous, a musical from Emma Rice, the director of 2018’s well-loved The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk. The musical will run at Dock Street Theatre, May 22-June 7 — almost the entire duration of the festival.

Rice adapted Romantics Anonymous from the French-Belgian romantic comedy Les Emotifs anonymes and Christopher Dimond and Michael Kooman developed the lyrics and music.

In a press release Spoleto general director Nigel Redden says, “Festival audiences have been continuously delighted by Emma Rice’s productions and Romantics Anonymous will surely elicit the same response.”

The plot of Romantics is reminiscent of Flying Lovers, described by the fest as “an unusual but tender love story.” Two chocolatiers, Angelique and Jean-Rene, seek help in their individual businesses and their journeys “melt” (the pun possibilities abound) into a love affair.

Stay tuned for Spoleto’s full program, which will be announced Jan. 5, 2020.

Tickets go on sale to the general public on Wed. Jan. 15 and a donor pre-sale begins Jan. 6. —Connelly Hardaway

ARTFIELDS JR. LOOKING FOR STUDENT SUBMISSIONS

ArtFields, the annual Lake City, S.C. arts festival and competition that celebrates Southern artists each year, has a “junior” version that’s open to all South Carolina students, grades 1-12. Submissions are open now through Feb. 13, 2020.

It’s free to submit work and there’s up to $3,000 available in prize money, with four grade categories. Last year a Charleston student, Klaire Wilson, took home the first place prize for grades 3-5.

Selected ArtFields Jr. artists will have their work on display during ArtFields, with the opportunity to win student choice awards voted by their peers. And if kids really want to practice being self-sustaining artists, they can list their artwork for sale during the competition.

Accepted Junior artists will be notified on March 14, 2020 and winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on May 2, 2020. You can find a full list of competition rules online at artfieldssc.org. —CH

For daily updates from Charleston’s art world, check out the Arts+Movies section at charlestoncitypaper.com.

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Charleston is already home to an established art and gallery scene but this month a new art-focused zine hopes to make a splash during its debut. “Venus” is a zine (independently produced magazine) that focuses on the concept of what it means to be “femme” in modern day society and depicts this by featuring femme and gender non-conforming subjects who share their thoughts on the topic through their own words and work.

Overall, the zine is a group effort in its entirety but the concept first emerged after Jillian Cunningham and Caroline Herring talked about making a zine together for months. Herring is a photographer and Cunningham is a local Pabst Blue Ribbon representative who helped Herring get some of her work published in last year’s PBR.pdf zine. After months of discussion of potential zine ideas, Herring and Cunningham finally created a plan over dinner this past September. “Jill asked me if I wanted to do the zine with her and I was like, oh my gosh, yes!” Herring says. “‘Venus’ is a zine that celebrates modern day femininity and gender fluidity through photographs of badass females and nonbinary individuals,” Herring says. Through

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Assembling the show in a linear way is perhaps the biggest challenge that Brad and Jennifer face every year, simply because there’s no real direct narrative in the show, and both the cast members and song list are fluid.

“In the absence of a storyline that creates a through line to a dramatic form,” Moranz says, “you end up creating your own sense of motion for how one thing leads to another.

Otherwise, the form of a variety show can seem haphazard and erratic, and it’s very important to Jenny and me that it doesn’t feel that way. It should feel as if it flows; as if you’re literally telling a story even in the absence of a story.”

And as if it weren’t enough of a challenge to produce, cast, and choreograph an all-out Christmas extravaganza, both Brad and Jennifer are part of the cast, hitting the stage for sketches and dance numbers while running the show.

“The greatest challenge is being two places at once,” Moranz laughs. “We’re watching, making sure that everything is happening and coming together the way we imagined it, and then all of a sudden we’re putting ourselves into it, and in that moment, we have to forget about the other part. We have to forget about being the director or the choreographer. We have to

designed by Matt Massara who also helped create that PBR.pdf zine.

“The goal of this project was to embody ‘what is ‘female’ in 2019?’” Herring says.

The title of the zine references the Greek goddess of the same name who represents love, sex, beauty, and victory. “Venus” begs the question “what does [the goddess Venus] look like today?”

Herring says, “It’s an ode to the Greek goddess with a modern-day narrative.”

Herring seeks to capture the emotions and expressions of her subjects in her photos. An avid photographer since age 12, Herring began more session-based photography work with individual subjects at age 14.

“I started to gravitate toward fashion,” she says. Much of Herring’s photography work today centers around fashion. In “Venus,” Herring creates a narrative of each artist using her camera.

One such artist-as-subject is Camela Guevara, a local multimedia artist who mainly focuses on embroidery, handmade wardrobes, and custom sewing. “I’ve been sewing for more than half of my life,” she says. “I always felt like my work was a little too weird for Charleston.” Guevara explains that “Venus” brings together a group of artists who have been in Charleston’s underground scene and shines a spotlight on their work. “I

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immerse ourselves as performers because that’s where the fun is. We all have the ability to just get lost and have a great time. “ And if, at some point during The Charleston Christmas Special’s 11-show run, one of them forgets a line, that’s just part of the magic.

“There have been times when we have felt under-rehearsed ourselves personally,” Moranz says, “but it’s not unlike the style of Tim Conway and Harvey Korman when they used to fall apart on The Carol Burnett Show and get the giggles and cut up. If it’s not perfect, that’s kind of the way Jenny and I are. And the audience allows us to have that freedom; they actually enjoy us falling apart and not necessarily being line-perfect.

Every performance is its own thing and its own kind of fun. And I love it.”

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feel like I fit in with this group of people,” she says, adding, “[‘Venus’] is putting information out into the world that is approachable and familiar, not in a digital format.”

Guevara is just one of many subjects featured, photographed, and interviewed in the zine. Beyond the physical publication, the release of “Venus” will gather other local artists and vendors together for its inaugural launch.

The zine’s release celebration will take place at Skinny Dip Charleston, a local designer collective housing retail and event space. The evening also features an art exhibition, “celebrating the beautiful spectrum of femmehood.”

At the event, many regional and local artists will be showcasing their work for sale alongside several vintage vendors.

To round out the night, Cru Catering and Sugar Bake Shop will provide food while Niecy Blues and DJ Auntie Ayi and Rave Salon perform. Planned Parenthood will also have a booth set up and will be accepting donations all evening.

Herring hopes readers will be able to take something away from “Venus” and reflect on the role of femmehood in their own lives. “The zine personifies Venus as, not just the individuals photographed, but the viewers themselves,” she says. “You are Venus. I am Venus. We are all Venus in our own ways, shapes, and forms, and we should all celebrate and embrace the Venus living inside of us.”

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Soundbites from the Belmonts Sitting down with the stars of the classic Christmas flick, Night of the Comet It’s officially the Christmas season and that means there will be a slew of holiday flicks from which to choose.

While there’s one involving little green monsters wreaking havoc on a small town that I’m insanely partial to, there’s another film released 35 years ago that also takes place during the holidays that I love. Have you ever seen Thom Eberhardt’s horror/sci-fi/comedy Night of the Comet? It’s one of those gems I could ramble on and on about. It’s a movie that has amassed a small but loyal cult. I’m one of its proud members.

It’s very much a lighthearted popcorn flick of its era.

Our two protagonists have big Aqua Net encased hair. An automated radio deejay intros songs filled with sexy sax and exuberant vocals. The mall, an ’80s teen hangout if there ever was one, plays a big part in the story. Even with those ’80s signifiers, it’s a timeless film in its own right.

While the film amassed critical praise and made $14 million off a $700,00 budget, it never made the same splash as other films of that era. That being said, those who love it, really love it. There’s a great fansite dedicated to all things Night of the Comet. Writer-director Joss Whedon cites the film and the snarky ass-kicking Belmont sisters as inspirations for his film and TV series, Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Recently, the Belmont sisters themselves, Catherine Mary Stewart and Kelli Maroney, were kind enough to let a fanboy fire off a boatload of questions about the production and their careers. (Mild Comet spoilers ahead for those who’ve yet to see it.)

Is there a particularly fond memory you have from Night of the Comet?

Catherine Mary Stewart: Night of the Comet was a real collaboration. In general, it was a lot of fun to shoot just based on the script itself. I loved doing the alley scene where I get to fight the zombie. That kind of physical stuff is great. The scene in the mall was a lot of

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fun. We were allowed to do some improvising throughout the filming. The mall was no exception. I also love the way the movie ends. It makes me smile and laugh out loud. Kelli Maroney and I have stayed good friends all these years and I have recently re-connected with the director, Thom Eberhardt. He and I reminisced for well over an hour. It was fantastic.

Kelli Maroney: After our first day of shooting, one of the producers, Wayne Crawford, walked through the crew and said, “No reshoots.” Everyone was so happy. I later found out why — turns out CrawfordLane Productions’ policy was to always consider the first day of shooting a “rehearsal” and no one expected to really be able to use anything from that day. The fact that no one needed to reshoot any of our scenes from that day was a huge compliment to Cathy and me. It was all the stuff at the Belmont house in the beginning (of the film) when Reg comes home, so it was a lot.

Was chemistry easy to come by for the two of y’all?

Was there any room for improv on the set?

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CMS: As I mentioned earlier, there was definitely some improv. The scene where Kelli is testing a MAC10 gun on a car, the gun kept jamming. In order to justify the jamming we improvised with the now iconic lines, “... Daddy would’ve gotten us Uzis,” and, “The car didn’t know the difference.” These guns would jam all the time. Normally you can cut around that, but this scene required some consistent shooting and the guns would not cooperate, so we improvised.

KM: The whole magic of any film is the relationship between the characters. To me, it’s what every film is really about underneath plot and genre. Cathy and I had both done daytime soaps so we knew how to work quickly. It felt so natural working with Cathy that it didn’t occur to me to “work” on the chemistry. It was one of those strokes of luck that happens in filmmaking, since we didn’t meet beforehand to rehearse, weren’t cast together, any of that. We probably must have had past-lives and history together we just weren’t conscious of in the present.

Joss Whedon has cited Night of the Comet and its enduring legacy of positive female characters as being an influence. How does it feel to know a work you helped create has been an inspiration?

CMS: I only found out about (the film’s) influence on Joss Whedon fairly recently. Buffy the Vampire Slayer, the movie, was said to be inspired by NOTC. That is pretty cool. I would love to meet the man and ask him about it.

KM: I’m very honored. I’ve been interviewed for a book on Joss Whedon and recently did a panel on “How to Build a Buffy” at WhedonCon. It’s an enormous compliment.

Catherine, you have more than 70 roles to your credit, is there a particular movie you’d like more people to see?

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You mentioned in an interview pondering directing, are you still pursuing that? If so what would it be?

CMS: Right now I have several projects in the works. One is a mother/daughter story about all the complications that arise in today’s age of the internet. It’s a very relatable story not only for young people but also parents trying to navigate this new era. My writing partner and I wrote the script and along with my producer, we have it circulating to different production companies. I’m also developing a play that I will direct and I’m working on another script to direct. So I’m busy.

In one interview, Kelli, you mentioned that, before landing a role as Kimberly in

the soap opera Ryan’s Hope, you spent time watching movies with your mom. Has there been a movie that you remember back then that resonated with you?

KM: Oh, yes, just to name a few, I Want to Live! with Susan Hayward, The Birds by Alfred Hitchcock (don’t ask me why my mom let me watch that — I’m still traumatized.) Bringing Up Baby, It Happened One Night, Now, Voyager, Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte ... the list is long.

Also you’re known to a whole generation of film fans as Sam, Alison from Chopping Mall, and Jamie from Zero Boys but not enough know about your role in a movie like Face Down. Is there a role of yours that you feel has been underseen?

KM: Thank you. I do wish more people could see Face Down, and some other things I did in the ’90s. I hope there are more roles in the future that people will really enjoy, maybe even as much as the older films. I would love that.

Are you currently working on anything in particular?

KM: I have a film coming out called Exorcism at 60,000 Feet and the film Blowing Up Right Now, both full-length features; a short comedy film, Corky: All Grown Up in the festivals; in post-production are an apocalyptic short, A WellRespected Man, and a sci-fi project, The Video Store set in the ’90s.

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CMS: Since it’s Christmas season, of course Night of the Comet, but I also have a few Christmas themed shows that are usually airing around now. The latest is Rock N’ Roll Christmas with Beverley Mitchell on UPtv. It’s a fun story of a popular mother/ daughter singing duo who have a serious falling out. Fifteen years later they are tricked into performing on stage together. There is a hesitation but they discover that their popularity has not waned and they are asked to cut a new album together. So it becomes a story of tolerance, understanding, and forgiveness, but it is a bumpy and at times quite humorous path to get there. A Nutcracker Christmas with Amy Acker is another wonderful Christmas story from Hallmark.

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• On display now through Jan. 25. Free to attend. Redux Contemporary Art Center, 1056 King St. Downtown. reduxstudios.org CITADEL SUMMERALL CHAPEL Holy City Messiah Thurs.

Become a part of the Charleston Symphony Orchestra’s most sacred holiday tradition as they present “Holy City Messiah.” There is no better time of year to enjoy Handel’s sacred oratorio that has long been associated with goodwill and charity. Watch as maestro Ken Lam conducts the orchestra along with the CSO Chamber Chorus and four guest soloists.

• Thurs. Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. $10-$45. The Citadel Summerall Chapel, 171 Moultrie St. Downtown. charlestonsymphony.org

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MILLER GALLERY Present, In This Way book release Sat. Miller Gallery will host a book release and mini-exhibit for Minette Hand’s new book Present, In This Way. Hand is a Charleston-based photographer whose work has taken her all over the world. Hand’s photographs have been featured in local projects like TEDxCharleston and the Charleston Wine + Food Festival. Present, In This Way follows Hand’s journey through Wyoming and Montana, exploring everything from the valleys of Yellowstone to the peaks of Beartooth Highway. Hand will be at the event for a meet and greet.

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• Sat. Dec. 14, 5-7 p.m. Free to attend. Miller Gallery, 149 E. Bay St. Downtown. millergallerychs.com GAILLARD CENTER The TEN Tenors Sat. Male singing group The TEN Tenors are bringing back their highly-acclaimed show, Home for the Holidays, this season. The group will bring some holiday cheer to the Gaillard Center. Watch as they sing Christmas favorites like “O Holy Night” and “Feliz Navidad,” accompanied by 10-part harmonies and smooth choreography.

• Sat. Dec. 14 at 7:30 p.m. $26-$86. Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St. Downtown. gaillardcenter.org

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Bold Bites Dashi’s irreverent mashup of cuisines is at once weird and wonderful

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They say a good chef will rise to any challenge. Legend has it, while at an impromptu late-night get together, Mario Batali saved the day by preparing foie gras accompanied with an ad-libbed reduction of orange Nehi soda and Starburst fruit candies (no word on any sexual harassment, but that’s a story for another day).

The results were reportedly brilliant.

One imagines Dashi’s chef Stephen Thompson capable of similar unfathomable feats. As it stands, let’s say you’re in the mood for Thai ... and Mexican ... and definitely Japanese, as well as Korean.

And you want them now, and in the same mouthful. No longer must you dispatch a fleet of Uber Eats drivers to satisfy your whims, as food truck Dashi has (also, the truck still roves on Tuesdays) taken their wheels off on Remount Road.

Since early 2015, the Asian-Latin fusion vehicle has been winning admirers all over

town. Now permanently occupying the former home of Guatemalan El Chapin restaurant, the decidedly retro, ‘70s-themed space is simple and straightforward.

The opposite must be said about the food.

Although fruity candy and citrus soda don’t appear among the listed ingredients on the menu, much about Dashi smacks of similar late-night, last-minute innovation. Saunter up to the counter and behold an eclectic collection of colliding cuisines. Here, banh mi ($12) and pad Thai ($11) mingle with tacos ($5/$9/$12) and burritos ($11), all of which come with a choice of protein. Choose from chili-marinated fried chicken, marinated fried tofu, five-spice pork belly, sauteed shrimp, and seasonal veggies and prepare to welcome a five-pound, eight-ounce bundle of joy into your life.

Encased in a cheese wrap and filled with fried rice, Thai slaw, and Sriracha hollandaise, plus both smoked gouda and mozzarella cheese, this is a diverse, decidedly nonMexican mouthful. It’s also a mega amount of food, with no less than a dozen shrimp squeezed in. Overall, the flavors are mild and creamy, with the only real heat coming from the accompanying cup of sambal

aioli. Burritos with a side of mayonnaise?

Welcome to Anything Goesville.

Case in point, the duck ramen ($14). Also quite ample, the unexpected triceps workout is filled with culinary surprises, like rich, tender duck confit and a delightfully runny Scotch egg. While the presentation plays at bibimbap — with fresh cilantro, pickled jalapenos, housemade kimchi, and chunks of five spice-coated pork belly all relegated to their respective corners — the flavors are distinctly Chinese. Filled with Cantonese noodles, cabbage, and broccoli, the duck and miso-based broth is aggressively dominated by the sweet notes of five spice powder.

Set on Remount Road, the once-simple space has been opened up, and metal beams and aluminum ductwork loom overhead. The vibe is casual and noisy, and diners share a neighborly rapport. Along with Wednesday night trivia and occasional live music acts on the outdoor patio, there’s a full bar offering an admirable array of beer, wine, and cocktails.

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“Everything’s a little bigger here.”

Holy City Brewing’s production manager Chris Brown says the Park Circle-area location (1021 Aragon Ave.) is almost ready to open. After a final fire inspection, he’s hoping for a soft opening mid to late this week. The new and improved HCB will be open daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs. and Fri.- Sun. 11 a.m. until “well, we’re going to play it by ear.”

After eight years on Dorchester Road, HCB is moving on up with their 10,000 square foot tap room, views of Noisette Creek, gargantuan kitchen, smokehouse, and adjacent event venue. Brown says they’ve been brewing on Aragon Avenue since March, doubling their production capabilities. In addition to new tanks (some 120-barrel tanks joining the crew), HCB has a large, separate room that houses its canning line; a sour beer area with wooden foudres; and a coolship room with a huge glass window customers can peer through as funky beers ferment in a stainless steel tub.

Brown says they’ll start with the same kitchen menu in the new location, but with more space and a separate prep kitchen.

Brown says the chef will definitely have some room to grow once they get settled.

They’ve already hired 20 new people, and the new HCB will have table service, Brown says. Trust us, we got lost a couple of times on our visit — a host will be a godsend. One end of the space upstairs will be devoted to a staff hangout (think couches, pool tables, TVs), and a rentable space with a 45-person capacity on the other end.

“People can have meetings here, there’s a hook-up for a projector or TV.” Longtime HCB friend and artist partner Sean Williams painted various Lowcountry scenes — rivers, marshes, sunsets — on the outside of the metal building. “We wanted the same atmosphere,” says Brown — garage doors, metal building, rustic vibes. They’re even bringing the original HCB shipping container painted by Williams to the new location.

But they wanted to evolve, too. “At Dorchester we were renting. We own this and we wanted to have little things, amenities you know like air conditioning, bathrooms,” laughs Brown. With 40 brews on tap, a liquor license, five big-screen TVs, a 100-foot bar, wireless internet (and outlets!), and a full kitchen and takeout window, we think they’ve got the amenities on lock.

Keep up to date with HCB’s grand opening by following them on Facebook and Instagram. —Mary Scott Hardaway

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n AMERICAN 5Church The sister restaurant to 5Church Charlotte, 5Church Charleston is run by exec chef Adam Hodgson and Bravo Top Chef alum Jamie Lynch. While the menu veers pretty standard high-end, approachable, “modern American” fare — think salmon, raw bar items, flatbread — the Market Street spot has made a point to go the extra mile by sourcing ingredients from Lynch’s new sixacre farm located 30 minutes from Charlotte. —Mary Scott Hardaway (Dish, Summer 2019) Lunch, Dinner, & Sun. Brunch. $$$. 32 N. Market St. (843) 937-8666.

The Alley Fun bowling alley with games, lanes, great drinks, and good food. Lunch (Thurs.-Sun.), Dinner, Late Night (daily). $$. 131 Columbus St. (843) 818-4080.

Boxcar Betty’s Somewhat hidden away on Savannah Highway is Boxcar Betty’s, a simple enough place that means to take a stand on the lack of good fried chicken sandwiches. Because owners Ian MacBryde and Roth Scott, formerly of Magnolias, staked their claim as a niche kind of joint, the menu confidently boasts only a few items. Boxcar Betty’s now has four area locations.

Lunch, Dinner (daily). 1922 Savannah Hwy. 843-2257470 114 Holiday Drive. 7800 Rivers Ave. Burtons Grill Classic New England fare, from clam chowder to shrimp scampi with big entrees like barbecue ribs and rib-eyes, plus a local catch. Lunch & Dinner. $$$$.

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Early Bird Diner Biscuits and eggs for breakfast. Patty melts and open faced sandwiches for lunch. Blue plate specials for dinner featuring meat and sides of your choice. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Mon.-Sat.),. Late Night (Fri. & Sat.), & Sun. Brunch. $$. 1644 Savannah Hwy. (843) 277-2353.

Eli’s Table Benedicts for breakfast, soup and sandwiches for lunch, and crowd-pleasing entrees for dinner like pork chops, lemon chicken, and seafood fra diavolo.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Weekend Brunch. $$$$.

129 Meeting St. (843) 405-5115.

Florie’s at Commonhouse Aleworks 4831 O’Hear Ave. Harold’s Cabin This Bill Murray-owned restaurant serves fresh eats and coffees from its two-story location in the Westside neighborhood. Mon.-Fri. 4-10 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m.-10p.m. Brunch & dinner. 247 Congress St. (843) 793-4440.

Hen and The Goat This fast/casual spot offers sandwiches, breakfast, and snacks in a family friendly atmosphere. Lunch (daily). 869 Folly Rd. Jack’s Cafe A greasy spoon that’s operated on the edge of the college campus forever, serving up burgers, breakfast, and more. Breakfast & Lunch, weekdays. $$.

41 George St. (843) 723-5237.

Kickin’ Chicken 27 varieties of wings, plus great sandwiches, huge salads, and burgers too. Lunch, Dinner, Late Night (Daily). $$. 337 King St. (843) 805-5020 1175 Folly Road. (843) 225-6996 349 W Coleman Blvd.

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KinFolk A stone’s throw from Kiawah, KinFolk occupies the tiny space once inhabited by Crave Smokehouse.

With snug seating for two dozen, it’s something of a shack in its own right. There’s a welcoming “door’s always open” vibe that permeates everything from the decor to the food. The menu changes often, seemingly most influenced by the whims of nature and her bounty,

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and on my visit, the heirloom tomato salad beckoned.

Simple and straightforward, it does exactly what one would hope — elevate the pure pleasure of a perfectly ripe, late-summer tomato. When approaching the Nashville-style hot chicken, I started in the shallow end with the quarter bird prepared mild — much like Indian or Thai cuisine, note that even the ‘mild’ has a small touch of heat. Served on a slice of white sandwich bread and accompanied by three lightly brined breadand-butter pickles, the chicken itself is at once crisp and juicy. Arguably, it’s at the hot level that the dish achieves true Nashville distinction. The melange of black pepper, smoked paprika, and sweet sugar hit first, followed by a slow burn at the back of the throat. The chicken’s inherent blandness helps to temper any real intensity, and the heat lingers for just a few seconds. In other words, order it this way if you can. 4430 Betsy Kerrison Pkwy.

Krazy Owls Steampunk sports bar and restaurant. L, D, daily. 3157 Maybank Hwy. (843) 640-3844.

Mainland Container Co. Kitchen & Bar Mainland Container Co. is comprised of a rustic, beachy restaurant, a ground-level bar set in a shipping container, and ample umbrella-covered seating. Bar food offerings range from wings; hushpuppies that are basically savory donuts drizzled with honey, and served with hot pepper jelly and pimento cheese; and a beer cheese-covered tater tot extravaganza called The Full Container. Dinner (Mon-Sat.), Weekend Brunch. 1528 Ben Sawyer Blvd.

(843) 284-8174.

Ms. Rose’s Modern American diner food with classics like meatloaf and fried chicken and newer favorites like kale, polenta, and brussels sprouts. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (daily), Weekend Brunch. $$. 1090 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. (843) 766-0223.

Philly’s Cheesesteaks They say don’t be fooled by imitators. We say this is definitely the real deal when it comes to cheesesteaks, whether you take ‘em ‘wi’d or ‘widout.’ Lunch & Dinner, Closed Sun. $$. 4650 Ladson Road. (843) 873-0776.

The Rarebit A 50s-style cocktail bar with a full menu of diner favorites like chicken noodle soup, patty melts, and triple stack burgers. Breakfast is served all day, every day. Lunch, Dinner, & Late Night. (Tues.-Sun.) Kitchen open until 1 a.m. $$$. 474 King St. (843) 974-5483.

Rutledge Cab Co. An all-day menu of burgers, salads, sandwiches and finer fare. Lunch & Dinner. $$$. 1300 Rutledge Ave. (843) 720-1440.

A Salt N Battered Lunch & Dinner. $$. 1303 Ashley River Road.

The Shelter Kitchen + Bar Burgers, brunch fare, beer, and a sprawling bar and patio make for a comfortable place to hang and enjoy yourself. Lunch, Dinner, (Daily) & Weekend Brunch. $$$. 202 Coleman Blvd. (843) 388-3625.

Stack’s Coastal Kitchen A small menu focuses on fresh seafood with duck, steak, and pork entree options too. Lunch & Dinner. $$$$. 1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd.

(843) 388-6968.

Toast of Charleston Housemade soups, sandwiches, and desserts “to die for,” according to USA Today.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Sun. Brunch. $$$. 155 Meeting St. (843) 534-0043 2026 Savannah Hwy. (843) 556-0006 717 Old Trolley Rd. Unit 10.

Uptown Social There are adult slushies with names like High Noon grapefruit frose and Day Rager, plus signature cocktails like the Grape-full Dead and Burning Sensation. The bar food fares well. The sloppy joe sliders are billed as “cafeteria style, but better.” Although not a very high bar, they’ve succeeded. The Armitage pizza makes a case for what Uptown Social does best — bake fresh dough. Lunch, Dinner (Daily). Weekend Brunch. 587 King St. (843)793-1837.

Vickery’s Bar and Grill Great setting for creative American food with Cuban flair and some of the best bloodys in town. Voted Best Outdoor Patio and Best Happy Hour by CP readers. Lunch, Dinner, (Daily) & Sun. Brunch. $$. 1313 Shrimp Boat Lane. (843) 884-4440.

Warehouse As of early 2019 Warehouse is now serving “noodle bowls for the soul,” offering a ramen-focused menu, small plates, and their neighborhood favorite Sunday brunch. Lunch (Fri.), Dinner (Daily), & Sun. Brunch. $$. 45 1/2 Spring St. (843) 202-0712.

The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Bar The only thing prettier than the views are what’s on the plate at this rooftop restaurant. Think hamachi crudo, lobster rolls, and a huge burger. Lunch, Dinner (Daily) & Sun. Brunch. 79 Wentworth St. (843) 518-5115.

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While a number of international cuisines are represented, Thailand reigns supreme. The lone salad available at Dashi is a fairly by-thebook Thai beef ($12) variation, made with fresh greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumbers. Topped with thinly carved flank steak and copious grilled red onion rounds, it’s doused in a bright fish sauce and lime juice dressing. Fresh and flavorful, it’s a light dish that’s also somehow substantial.

Dashi’s logo is all about Latin-Asian fusion, but make no assumptions, as other cuisines clamor for attention and many a dish is not what it seems. Made with blue crab and shrimp, the spicy seafood roll ($16) presents as New England fare, but the crisp topping of fried oysters and a generous layer of spicy mayo render it far more evocative of a punchy New Orleans po’ boy than an understated Maine lobster roll.

Similarly, after a few bites of the paella ($15), my dining companion happily proclaimed that he “really liked this dirty rice.” Decidedly oily, the soft grains are mixed with roasted poblanos and thin-sliced, intensely smoky chorizo. Topped with fresh cilantro, broccoli florets, and garlic aioli, note

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n MODERN AMERICAN Angel Oak Restaurant Serving lunch, Sun. brunch, and “supper,” this Johns Island gem uses local ingredients and modern preparations. Lunch features fresh, quick, made from scratch fare that is at once rustic and delicious. Dinner takes a more innovative approach to southern American cuisine. Beer and wine only. Lunch (Tues-Fri.), Dinner (Tues.-Sat.), & Sun. Brunch. $$$$.

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there’s also a family-size portion of sliced chicken breast. Nonetheless, in showcasing smoke over saffron and sausage in place of seafood, the dish comes across far more Cajun than anything hailing from Valencia.

Firing on all cylinders and true to its title, the Thai curry stir fry noodles ($14) are a slurpy, spicy, coconut milky dream.

Interlaced with broccoli, carrots, and purple cabbage, the thin Cantonese ramen noodles bathe in a generous pool of vibrant Thai red curry sauce. Lighter appetites can anticipate getting at least two meals out of this, as your protein of choice will once again be administered in Herculean quantities.

Dashi is an enigma, but that seems to be the point. While traditional Japanese dashi is most recognized as a simple, umami-rich broth made with kombu (kelp) and bonito (fish) flakes, at Dashi, the fusion-by-way-ofhostile-takeover menu is all about detonating umami nukes.

Bold, brash, and prone to multilingual flights of fancy, come with an appetite for irreverence. Yes, some of the cheeky mashups are weird, but others are surprisingly serendipitous. Thai curry with Chinese noodles, Indonesian sambal, and Mexican cotija cheese? Don’t knock it ‘til you’ve tried it.

Along with Dashi’s whimsical array of globetrotting options and convivial atmosphere, big appetites on a budget can also bank on abundant portions with a large side of unapologetic culinary audacity.

Burwell’s Stone Fire Grill This “modern steakhouse” features a menu of diverse, yet refined, steak dishes and locally sourced plates highlighting purveyors like Tarvin Seafood and Carolina Gold Rice. Dinner (daily).

Happy hour (daily) 4-7 p.m. bar only. $$$$$. 14 N Market St. (843) 737-8700.

Charleston Grill Exec. chef Michelle Weaver takes the helm in the kitchen of this world-class dining room. The innovative menu is broken into four types of dishes: pure focuses on fresh ingredients in simple preparations, lush delivers lavish French fare, cosmopolitan explores exotic and imaginative cuisine, and Southern is the Grill’s take on local favorites. Live jazz nightly.

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Get a free growler bottle with a fill ($6 value). Mention the word of the day on Twitter and get a free appetizer. Each Wed. 5-9 p.m. Laura Alberts Tasteful Options, 891 Island Park Drive #B. (843) 881-4711. lauraalberts.com Thankful Thursdays — One dollar from every pint sold on Thankful Thursdays is donated to a local charity. While sales throughout the day count, the official happy hour is from 5-8 p.m., when the charity will be in the brewery to discuss the good work they do. Learn more on Tradesman’s Facebook page.

Each Thurs. 5-8 p.m. Free to attend. Tradesman Brewing Co., 1647 King St. Ext. 843 410-1315. facebook.com/ Tradesmanbrew/ Weekly Beer and Wine Tastings at Edmund’s Oast Exchange — Edmund’s Oast Exchange offers weekly wine tastings on Thursdays entitled Sarah’s Selections from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

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n HOLIDAYS Cookies with Santa — Santa and Mrs. Claus set up shop at Mercantile and Mash for the fifth annual Cookies with Santa celebration. There will be a homemade cookie decorating station and festive balloon artists, along with food and drink specials for purchase like Mercantile & Mash’s famous hot chocolate with marshmallows for the kids, as well as spiked hot chocolate, mimosas, and bloody marys for the adults. Ticket includes one

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Dinner. $$$$$. 224 King St. (843) 577-4522.

Circa 1886 Intriguing cuisine at the Wentworth Mansion. Menu changes regularly based on the seasons and ingredient availability. But the antelope loin is a perennial favorite. Dinner (Mon.-Sat.). $$$$$. 149 Wentworth St. (843) 853-7828.

The Daily This great all-day cafe and to go market has everything from avocado toast to wines, pastries to copies of Garden & Gun. Breakfast, Lunch (Daily). $$.

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Edmund’s Oast A brewpub from the guys at the Edmund’s Oast Exchange with a fresh, seasonal menu

photo with Santa. Sun. Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $15. Mercantile, 701 East Bay St. (843) 7932636. mercandmash.com Tea with Santa — Enjoy a fancy tea with Santa in Hotel Bennett’s all-pink bar, Camellias. The adult menu includes beef tenderloin, pickled shrimp, butternut squash arancini, roast turkey, and more; kids can eat grilled cheese, PB&J rounds, fruit skewers, mozzarella arancini, and more. Holiday desserts include pecan pie, chocolate mint macaron, eggnog truffles, and gingersnap cookies.

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FIG James Beard Award-winning chef Mike Lata helms this acclaimed neighborhood bistro, crafting a daily menu that is based on fresh, local food. Dinner, Closed Sun. $$$$. 232 Meeting St. (843) 805-5900.

Gabrielle Gabrielle Charleston is the signature restaurant at luxurious Hotel Bennett, which opened in January 2019. With French-influenced, New Orleans-honed sensibilities and locally sourced ingredients, Gabrielle’s elegant, polished cuisine will likely place her firmly in the “It Girl” running. 6:30 a.m.- 10 p.m. daily.

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FOODIE EVENT | Banana leaf feast New Workshop stall Mansueta’s Filipino hosts a Kamayan dinner in the Sushi-Wa Izakaya dining room — guests eat with their hands and food is served on banana leaves. There will be two dinner services, one at 5 p.m. and the next at 7:30 p.m. Chef/ owner Nikko Cagalanan whips up dishes like kare-kare, pork belly, lumpia, sisig, and pancit noodles. —Mary Scott Hardaway SATURDAY

cuisine calendar continued from page 38 Chiquet Special Club 2009, and Pierre Gimonnet Special Club 2012. Each Tues.-Sun. 5 p.m.

Through Dec. 31. A la carte. Zero Restaurant + Bar, 0 George St. (843) 817-7900. zerogeorge.com Charleston Place Launches World-Class Champagne Tastings — Sip and savor a variety of legendary Champagnes from top Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy (LVMH) brands including Veuve Clicquot, Krug, and Ruinart. Charleston Grill’s advanced sommelier and wine director Rick Rubel has cultivated two different Champagne flights, served daily at the Thoroughbred Club and Charleston Grill. Ongoing, 11 a.m. $49-$75. Charleston Place, 130 Market St. (843) 722-4900.

Common Hour — Every Wed. and Thurs. evening at Wild Common enjoy Common Hour with $8 white, red, and rosé wines and $5 Chef’s Selection of ‘bites’ from 5-6:30 p.m. Each Wed. Thurs. 5 p.m. A la carte.

Wild Common, 103 Spring St. cannongreencharleston.com Tasting Notes Live! — Spend the afternoon with your favorite podcast hosts while they interview a special guest, and each month will feature a unique touchpoint for authentic engagement, such as a cooking demo or cocktail pairing. The event is free and open to the public. Wed. Dec. 11, 4-5:15

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Free. Charleston Wine + Food Headquarters, 635 Rutledge Ave. charlestonwineandfood.com Undiscovered Charleston Food Tour — Chef Forrest Parker, the city’s only Palmetto Guild-certified chef guide, leads guests on a three hour experience unlike any other. You’ll begin with a 90 minute walking tour, exploring the complicated history of the Holy City and the culinary influences that shaped Charleston into one of the world’s top food destinations. The tour concludes at the cozy Bistro A Vin where you’ll relax while Chef Forrest teaches you how to cook three dishes from recipes he wrote interpreting definitive Lowcountry classics, and prepared using techniques he mastered over two decades.

He’ll serve those recipes for lunch while you enjoy a carefully curated wine pairing (or cool, delicious sweet tea if you’d prefer). You’ll go home with Chef Forrest’s recipes as his gift to you. Each Mon. Wed.Sun. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $125. Riley Waterfront Park, 1 Vendue Range. undiscoveredcharleston.com Container Bar Late Night Eats — Starting Fri. Aug 9, Container Bar Charleston is extending their food hours on Friday nights to offer a late-night menu provided

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863 Houston Northcutt Blvd. (843) 606-2493 115 E 5th North St. The Grocery A changing, seasonal menu with Mediterranean and Southern influences. Craft beer on tap, housemade charcuterie, a wood-burning oven, and a familial atmosphere. Dinner (Tues-Sat.) & Weekend Brunch. $$$. 4 Cannon St. (843) 302-8825.

Herd Provisions A straightforward celebration of quality ingredients prepared with care, Herd Provisions puts the farm in farm-to-table. The meat served by the restaurant has been raised on the owner’s Virginia farm,

ings. The late-night menu will feature Dumplings, Pad Thai, Pad Woonsen, Khao Soi, Hot Pot, and Drunken Noodles with Pho, Ramen, and Soup Dumplings rotating in during the fall. Each Fri. 10 p.m. A la carte. Container Bar, 2130 Mt. Pleasant St. containerbarchs.com Holiday Artist Workshop with Elizabeth Williams — Artist Elizabeth Williams will guide guests in creating work inspired by the timeless palm tree. With drawing and watercolor guidance, everyone will go home with their own originals ready for framing. Tickets are $75/person and include art materials, choice of two cocktails

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Sat. Dec. 14, 2-4 p.m. $75. Wild Common, 103 Spring St. cannongreencharleston.com Kamayan at Workshop — New Workshop stall Mansueta’s Filipino hosts a Kamayan dinner — guests eat with their hands and food is served on banana leaves. There will be two dinner services, one at 5 p.m. and the next at 7:30 p.m. Sat. Dec. 14, 5 p.m. $55. Workshop, 1503 King St. (843) 546-5512. workshopcharleston.com

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Leaping Waters. Meanwhile, just about everything else — from fruits and veggies to the beans, breads, and desserts — are locally sourced. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.3p.m. (lunch). Tues.-Sat. 5-10 p.m. (dinner). 106 Grove St. (843) 637-4145.

Langdon’s Restaurant & Wine Bar The fine dining menu blends Lowcountry cuisine with a range of international influences, resulting in elegant entrées prepared by Chef/owner Patrick Owens. Lunch (Mon.-Fri.) & Dinner (Mon.-Sat.). $$$$$. 778 South Shelmore Blvd. (843) 388-9200.

The Macintosh Modern fare that varies seasonally but explores local ingredients with skill and creativity. Dinner & Sun. Brunch. $$$$$. 479 King St. (843) 789-4299.

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cook kosher meat. According to Stern, “the grill must be cleaned thoroughly. The grates then have to be heated until red hot, ‘libun gamur,’ either through a flame or with a blowtorch.”

Cutting boards, too, must meet certain specifications. Boards made of wood “can be kashered (all blood removed) through hag’alah (boiling),” writes Stern, “but they must first be sanded down and bleached, similar to the method used to kasher a wooden countertop.

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“When you pull up Sunday around noon, wafts of barbecue, it just takes up the entire neighborhood,” says Mike Engel, a member of West Ashley’s Synagogue Emanu-El. For the past three years, Engel has been in charge of the synagogue’s annual kosher barbecue cook-off. A dentist by day, the Charleston native says the event usually draws in 300 to 400 people, with 13 teams competing for best brisket, best ribs, and best chicken.

“Everyone flavors them differently, some use direct heat, some use indirect heat … it’s just phenomenal, the way some of them taste.”

This isn’t your average weekend barbecue, though. Yes, there will be wine and beer and family activities. But there are also rules.

And they are strict.

The regulations begin in the slaughterhouse. In order for meat to be deemed kosher, a shochet must do the butchering. According to Lise Stern’s book, How to Keep Kosher: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Jewish Dietary Laws, anyone can be a shochet.

Well, anyone of a “sound mind,” who also is an observant Jew familiar with Talmudic laws with hands-on butchering experience; every qualified shochet receives a kabbalah, a certificate from an administering rabbi. Before the slaughter, the shochet recites, “Blessed are you, Lord our God, who has commanded us to fulfill the mitzvah of shechita.”

Engel says that for their cook-off, rabbi Adam J. Rosenbaum must inspect all spices that participants plan to use for seasoning.

The grills for the event, (housed year-long at the synagogue) have only ever been used to

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BBQ continued from page 41 season, marinate, and cook their cut of meat as they see fit — by 5 p.m. Sunday there will be 300 pounds of brisket, 220 pounds of ribs, and 220 pounds of chicken ready to be eaten, and judged.

“All judges are certified Memphis in May judges,” Engel says. Memphis in May, an annual international, month-long cultural festival, also hosts a world championship barbecue contest. The four-day competition held on the banks of the Mississippi draws hundreds of competitors, with winners in categories spanning pork, seafood, poultry, beef, and “exotic.”

And while the average ‘cue judge probably hasn’t taste-tested strictly kosher barbecue, Engel reminds them “do not judge it against something you’ve had before — you can only consider what’s in front of you. You can say, ‘This is the best I’ve had today.’”

“It’s a lot of work, and kosher meat is expensive,” says Engel. There are only so many kosher suppliers, slaughterhouses, and shochets in the country, after all, and the synagogue is ordering hundreds of pounds of this specially prepared meat. Luckily, Engel beams, this year the synagogue has secured a major sponsor, one the layman may not associate with quality kosher products — Food Lion. “We noticed Food Lion was starting to carry more and more kosher stuff so we approached them and asked, ‘Can you help us get kosher meats?’ They didn’t even quibble they said ‘absolutely.’”

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nightly seatings and receive in return a highly-choreographed 15-course meal with impeccable wine pairings.

The plates are both artful and playful, balancing rich, intense flavors with delicate nuances — a slab of 65-day aged ribeye dusted with black truffle, a single lightlypoached shrimp served atop an orb of “Charleston ice cream” (Carolina Gold rice), a tender sea scallop nestled between an earthy swirl of brown butter and ethereal, sea-like foam. The setting and service strike an equally delicate balance between high-end luxury and relaxing informality — an impressive step forward for a long-time Charleston dining institution. —Robert Moss Lunch, Dinner (Daily), Weekend Brunch. $$$$$. 2 Unity Alley.

Opal Chef Patrick Owens’ menu features housemade charcuterie and pasta with seasonal entrée selections.

Bar opens at 4 p.m for craft beer and charcuterie.

Dinner daily. $$$$. 1960 Riviera Dr. (843) 654-9070.

Prohibition Greg Garrison’s menu satisfies with duck hash, smoky shrimp and grits, lamb ribs, and oyster sliders. Dinner, Late Night, & Weekend Brunch. $$$.

547 King St. (843) 793-2964.

Revival Revival is an upscale Lowcountry eatery, located on East Bay Street in the historic French Quarter, turning out Southern classics that are “modern, yet approachable.” Complimentary valet parking. Dinner (daily). 162 East Bay St. (843) 414-2335.

Sorghum & Salt Situated in the space that once held the beloved Two Boroughs Larder, Chef Tres Jackson’s Sorghum & Salt has more than enough chops to fill those shoes. Tenaciously fresh and unapologetically creative, Jackson’s cuisine offers a mix of familiar and foreign in ways that are fresh and unexpected. The menu is as continually in flux as the ever-shifting Lowcountry weather, but don’t miss a chance to try the superlative salt-roasted beets or sweet, yet savory Ambrose Farms

“We noticed Food Lion was starting to carry more and more kosher stuff so we approached them and asked ‘can you help us get kosher meats?’ They didn’t even quibble they said ‘absolutely.’”

— Mike Engel

tions in Charleston says, “Here in Charleston, we’re proud to offer an expanded selection of kosher items in multiple local stores because we understand how important those items are for many of our neighbors.”

In addition to the meat, your ticket to the ninth annual ‘Jews, Brews, & Ques Kosher BBQ Cook-Off’ gets you beer from Revelry (brewery partner Sean Fleming is a patient of Engel), wine, and a special William Wolf bourbon cocktail. First place cook-off winners will receive $250, second place gets $100, and the grand champion (first place winner in more than one category) gets an extra $500, plus at least 365 days worth of bragging rights. They’ll have a silent auction, with everything from bottles of wine to restaurant gift cards to a stay at Charleston Place. “It’s a big event,” smiles Engel, a threetime grand champion winner. “Everyone’s welcome to come.”

Ninth Annual Kosher BBQ Cook-Off. Sun. Dec. 15, 5-7 p.m. $75/adults, $10/children six-12, $5/children five and under. Synagogue Emanu-El, 5 Windsor Drive. West Ashley.

Purchase tickets online at emanu-el.com.

radishes. The desserts are equally flamboyant, yet delicate, with the notable standout of an airy beet cremeux.

A group effort and an obvious labor of love, anticipate thoughtful, provocative food prepared and served by people who are clearly proud of it. —Vanessa Wolf Dinner (Tues.-Sun.). 186 Coming St. (843) 872-6393.

Stars Restaurant Rooftop and Grill Room The big menu features unique culinary techniques using a custom designed live fire grill and rotisserie, hearth oven and rolled steel plancha. Half price brunch on Saturdays for industry folks. Dinner & Weekend Brunch. $$$$$. 495 King St. (843) 577-0100.

Tavern & Table From soy caramel-glazed short ribs with house-made ramen noodle gnocchi beneath handcrafted chandeliers inside, or biting into luscious shrimp beignets on the outdoor patio while watching pelicans skim the water, Chef Ray England rocks the house. Lunch & Dinner (Daily). 100 Church St. (843) 352-9510.

Wild Common Executive chef Orlando Pagan crafts an inventive tasting menu in this beautiful Spring St. space.

Menu highlights include fresh bites like Spade & Clover roasted carrots, Diver scallop crudo, and seared cobia; and rich indulgences like foie gras “pastrami cappaelletti, dry aged ribeye grilled over charcoal, and strawberry shortcake roulade. Serving Dinner (Wed.-Sun.). 5-10 p.m. 103 Spring St. Zero Restaurant + Bar Chef Vinson Petrillo delivers big time fine dining in this tiny space. Try his three-course tasting menu for $55 or the full meal deal five-course menu for $115. Dinner (Tues.-Sat.). $$$. 0 George St. (843) 817-7900.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): “Nobody knows really what they’re doing,” says Aries comedian Conan O’Brien. “And there are two ways to go with that information,” he continues. “One is to be afraid, and the other is to be liberated, and I choose to be liberated by it.” I hope you’ll be inspired by O’Brien’s example in the coming weeks, Aries. I suspect that if you shed your worries about the uncertainty you feel, you’ll trigger an influx of genius. Declaring your relaxed independence from the temptation to be a know-it-all will bless you with expansive new perspectives and freedom to move.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Creativity expert Roger von Oech tells us, “Everyone has a ‘risk muscle.’ You keep it in shape by trying new things.

If you don’t, it atrophies. Make a point of using it at least once a day.” Here’s what I’ll add to his advice.

If your risk muscle is flabby right now, the coming weeks will be an excellent time to whip it into better shape. Start with small, modest risks, and gradually work your way up to bigger and braver ones. And what should you do if your risk muscle is already well-toned? Dream and scheme about embarking on a major, long-term venture that is the robust embodiment of a smart gamble.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Many people engage in laughably feeble attempts to appear witty by being cynical — as if by exuding sardonic irony and sneering pessimism they could prove their mettle as brilliant observers of modern culture. An example is this lame wisecrack from humorist David Sedaris: “If you’re looking for sympathy you’ll find it between s – and syphilis in the dictionary.” I bring this to your attention in the hope of coaxing you to avoid indulging in gratuitous pessimism during the coming weeks. For the sake of your good health, it’s important for you to be as open-minded and generousspirited as possible. And besides that, pessimism will be unwarranted.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): “You can shop online and find whatever you’re looking for,” writes pundit Paul Krugman, “but bookstores are where you find what you weren’t looking for.” That’s a good principle to apply in every area of your life. It’s always smart to know exactly what you need and want, but sometimes — like now — it’s important that you put yourself in position to encounter what you need and want but don’t realize that you need and want.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Bachianas Brasileiras is a nine-part piece of music that blends Brazilian folk music with the compositional style of Johann Sebastian Bach. The poet Anne Sexton relied on it, letting it re-play ceaselessly during her long writing sessions. My painter friend Robin sometimes follows a similar method with Leonard Cohen’s album Ten New Songs, allowing it to cycle for hours as she works on her latest masterpiece. In accordance with astrological omens, I invite you to select a new theme song or collection of theme songs to inspire your intense efforts in behalf of your labors of love in the coming weeks. It’s a favorable time to explore the generative power of joyous, lyrical obsession.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): “I’ve spent my life butting my head against other people’s lack of imagination,” mourned Virgo musician Nick Cave, who’s renowned for his original approach to his craft. I’m bringing this to your attention because I suspect you will be endowed with an extra fertile imagination in the coming weeks. And I would hate for you to waste time and energy trying to make full use of it in the presence of influences that would resist and discourage you. Therefore, I’ll cheer you on as you seek out people and situations that enhance your freedom to express your imagination in its expansive glory.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A scholar counted up how often the Bible delivers the command “Fear not!” and “Don’t be afraid!” and similar advice. The number was 145. I don’t think that approach to regulating behavior works very well. To be constantly thinking about what you’re not supposed to do and say and think about tends to strengthen and reinforce what you’re not supposed to do and say and think about. I prefer author Elizabeth Gilbert’s strategy. She writes, “I don’t try to kill off my fear. I make

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all that space for it. Heaps of space. I allow my fear to live and breathe and stretch out its legs comfortably. It seems to me the less I fight my fear, the less it fights back.” That’s the method I recommend for you, Libra — especially in the coming weeks.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Isaac Newton (1642–1726) was one of history’s most influential scientists and a key contributor to physics, astronomy, mathematics, and optics. His mastery of the nuances of human relationships was less developed, however. He had one close friendship with a Swiss mathematician, though he broke it off abruptly after four years. And his biographers agree that he never had sex with another person. What I find most curious, however, is the fact that he refused to even meet the brilliant French philosopher Voltaire, who reached out to him and asked to get together. I trust you won’t do anything like that in the coming weeks, Scorpio. In fact, I urge you to be extra receptive to making new acquaintances, accepting invitations, and expanding your circle of influence.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): How did humans figure out that a luxurious fabric could be made from the cocoons of insect larvae? Ancient Chinese sage Confucius told the following story.

One day in 2460 B.C., 14-year-old Chinese princess Xi Ling Shi was sitting under a mulberry tree sipping tea. A silk worm’s cocoon fell off a branch and landed in her drink. She was curious, not bothered.

She unrolled the delicate structure and got the idea of using the threads to weave a fabric. The rest is history. I foresee a silk-worm’s-cocoon-falling-in-yourcup-of-tea type of event in your future, Sagittarius.

Be alert for it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “It is the soul’s duty to be loyal to its own desires,” wrote Capricorn author Rebecca West. “It must abandon itself to its master passion.” That’s a high standard to live up to! But then you Capricorns have substantial potential to do just that: become the champions of devoting practical commitment to righteous causes. With that in mind, I’ll ask you: How are you doing in your work to embody the ideal that Rebecca West articulated? Is your soul loyal to its deepest desires?

Has it abandoned itself to its master passion? Take inventory — and make any corrections, if necessary.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I would never try to talk you into downplaying or denying your suffering.

I would never try to convince you that the pain you have experienced is mild or tolerable or eminently manageable. Who among us has the wisdom to judge the severity or intractability of anyone else’s afflictions? Not I. But in the coming months, I will ask you to consider the possibility that you have the power — perhaps more than you realize — to diminish your primal aches and angst. I will encourage you to dream of healing yourself in ways that you have previously imagined to be impossible.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “You owe it to us all to get on with what you’re good at,” wrote Piscean poet W. H. Auden. In other words, you have a responsibility to develop your potential and figure out how to offer your best gifts. It’s not just a selfish act for you to fulfill your promise; it’s a generous act of service to your fellow humans. So how are you doing with that assignment, Pisces? According to my analysis, you should be right in the middle of raising your efforts to a higher octave; you should be discovering the key to activating the next phase of your success — which also happens to be the next phase of your ability to bestow blessings on others.

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Non-Jury Suit to Quite Title LMC, LLC, Plaintiff, vs.

Pomona/Maybank LLC, Thomas M. Rooke, James 0. Rigney, Jr., a/k/a James Oliver Rigney, Jr., Harriet Popham McDougal, Reynolds Willard Rigney, Theodore Smith Rigney, Estate of Robert C. Grooms, deceased, Estate of Edna E. Grooms, deceased, Bank of Walterboro, Meggett Land, LLC, Hunter Pierce, Justin Pierce, Peter Hitch as successor Trustee of the John D. Pierce Inter-Vivos Trust U/D/T June 24,2010, Mabel Grooms Hall, and John Doe and Mary Roe, fictitious names representing all unknown persons who may claim any right, title or interest or lien upon the subject real estate, as well as anyone who may be incompetents, in the military, or under any legal disability, and Richard Roe and Sarah Doe, fictitious names representing all unknown heirs, devises, Personal Representatives or distributes of Estate of Robert C. Grooms, deceased, Estate of Edna E. Grooms, deceased, Estate of James 0. Rigney, Jr., deceased, Reynolds Willard Rigney, deceased, Theodore Smith Rigney, deceased, Defendants.

SUMMONS TO CROSS-COMPLAINT (CROSS-CLAIM) (for publication) TO DEFENDANTS: John Doe and Mary Roe, fictitious names, representing all unknown persons who may claim any right, title or interest or lien upon the subject real estate, including any of such persons who may be incompetent, in the military, or under any legal disability, and Richard Roe and Sarah Doe, fictitious names representing all unknown heirs, devises, personal representatives or distributes of estate of Robert C. Grooms, deceased, estate of Edna E. Grooms, deceased, estate of James 0. Rigney, Jr., deceased, and estate of Theodore Smith Rigney, deceased, as well as any of such persons who may be incompetent, in the military, or under any legal disability, including anyone of such persons who may be incompetent, in the military, or under any legal disability.

YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Cross-Complaint (Cross­Claim) of Bank of the Lowcountry in this action, which was filed on September 25, 2019, in the Office of the Clerk of Court for Charleston County, South Carolina, and which is herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answer to said Cross-Complaint (Cross-Claim) of Bank of the Lowcountry on the subscribed at their office, 111 East Washington Street or P. 0. Box 230, Walterboro, S.C. 29488, within thirty (30) days after the service hereof; exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to Answer the Cross-Complaint of Bank of the Lowcountry within the time aforesaid the CrossComplainant (Cross-Claimant) Bank of the Lowcountry in this action will apply to the Court for the relief demanded in its Cross-Complaint (Cross-Claim), and/or judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in said CrossComplaint (Cross-Claim).

NOTICE OF FILING TAKE NOTICE that the Bank of the Lowcountry’s Notice of Pendency of Action, Summons and Cross-Complaint (Cross-Claim) in this action were filed on September 25, 2019, in the Office of the Clerk of Court for Charleston County, South Carolina.

NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF ACTION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an action has been commenced and is pending in this Court upon Counterclaim and CrossComplaint (Cross-Claim) of Bank of the Lowcountry against Plaintiff LMC, LLC,and against Defendants Pomona/Maybank LLC aka Pomona-Maybank, LLC, Meggett Land, LLC, Harriet Popham McDougal and John Doe and Mary Roe, Fictitious Names, representing all unknown persons who may claim any right, title or interest or lien upon the subject real estate, including any of such persons who may be incompetent, in the military, or under any legal disability, and Richard Roe and Sarah Doe, fictitious names representing all unknown heirs, devises, personal representatives or distributes of Estate of Robert C. Grooms, Deceased, Estate of Edna E. Grooms, Deceased, Estate of James 0. Rigney, Jr., Deceased, and Estate of Theodore Smith Rigney, Deceased to quiet title to the below described tract of real estate below described and the non­exclusive easement for the benefit of the said tract ofreal estate below described. The said real estate and nonexclusive easement affected by this quiet title action was, at the time of the commencement of this action - Counterclaim and Cross-Complaint (Cross-Claim), and is, at the time of filing this notice, situated in Charleston, South Carolina. The tract of real estate and the nonexclusive easement appurtenant thereto are more particularly described as follows: ALL that certain piece, parcel or lot ofland, with any improvements thereon, situate, lying and being on Johns Island in Charleston County, South Carolina, shown and designated as “Lot No. 3 (5.24 acres)” on a plat entitled “PLAT OF A 9.36 ACRE PARCEL BEING SUBDIVIDED INTO LOTS 1, 2 & 3 LOCATED ON JOHNS ISLAND, CHARLESTON COUNTY SC” prepared by Lawrence J. Kennerty, Jr., RLS, dated October 22, 2004 and recorded November 15, 2004, in Plat Book EH at page 488 in the Office of the RMC for Charleston County, South Carolina. Said lot having such size, shape, dimensions and boundings as will by reference to said plat more fully and at large appear.

This being the same property conveyed to Bank of Walterboro by deed of Pomona-Maybank, LLC, dated June 20, 2014, and duly recorded on June 30, 2014, in Book 0414 at page 121 in the Office of the RMC for Charleston County, South Carolina. Bank of Walterboro, a South Carolina banking corporation changed its name to Bank of the Lowcountry on January 28, 2019 as will appear by Articles of Amendment filed on January 25, 2019 in the Office of the Secretary of State for South Carolina.

SUBJECT TO all covenants, easements and restrictive covenants ofrecord and to all governmental statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations.

GUARDIAN AD LITEM NISI

TMS # 313-00-00-031.000 PROPERTY ADDRESS: Maybank Hwy. Johns Island, SC 29455

SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF FILING OF COMPLAINT (191103.00071)

TOGETHER WITH the appurtenant nonexclusive easement set forth in “A Private Road Easement and Maintenance Agreement” among Vanness Lands, LLC, Longpoint Farms, LLC and LMC, LLC, granting the owners of Lots 1, 2 and 3 certain easement rights in and responsibilities as to a private road easement strip, which Private Road Easement and Maintenance Agreement was executed January 6, 2005 and recorded January 6, 2005 in Book Y 521 pg 119 in the Office of the ROD for Charleston County, South Carolina.

NOTICE OF ORDER APPOINTING

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an order appointing Adam E. Barr, Esquire, of the Barr, Unger & Mcintosh, LLC law firm, with offices at 11 Broad Street, Charleston, SC 29402 and with an additional address for mail of PO Box 1037, Charleston, 29202, as Guardian ad Litem Nisi, for all persons whomsoever collectively designated in the Cross-Complaint (Cross-Claim) of Bank of the Lowcountry as John Doe and Mary Roe, fictitious names, representing all unknown persons who may claim any right, title or interest or lien upon the real estate which is the subject of the Cross­ Complaint (Cross-Claim) of Bank of the Lowcountry, including any of such persons who may be incompetent, in the military, or under any legal disability, and Richard Roe and Sarah Doe, fictitious names representing all unknown heirs, devises, personal representatives or distributes of estate of Robert C. Grooms, deceased, Estate of Edna E. Grooms, deceased, Estate of James 0. Rigney, Jr., deceased, and Estate of Theodore Smith Rigney, deceased, as well as any of such persons who may be incompetent, in the military, or under any legal disability, including anyone of such persons who may be incompetent, in the military, or under any legal disability, whose names and addresses are unknown, whether residents or non-residents of South Carolina, has been filed in the Office of the Clerk of Court for Charleston County, South Carolina.

YOU WILL TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that unless the said minors or persons under other legal disability, if any, or someone on their behalf or on behalf of any of them, shall within thirty (30) days after service of this notice of said order upon them by publication, exclusive of the day of such service, procure to be appointed for them, or any of them, a Guardian ad Litem to represent them or any of them for the purposes of the Cross-Complaint (Cross-Claim) filed herein, the Cross­Complaint (Cross-Claimant), the appointment of said Guardian ad Litem Nisi shall become absolute.

Isl George W. Cone George W. Cone SC Bar No. 1354 McLeod Fraser & Cone LLC 111 East Washington Street P.O. Box 230 Walterboro, S.C. 29488 (843)549-2516 Attorneys for Plaintiff STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CHARLESTON IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS CASE NO. 2019-CP-10-06056 Quicken Loans Inc., PLAINTIFF, VS. Mouzon Taylor, Jr.; and Wando Woods Civic Club, DEFENDANT(S).

TO THE DEFENDANT(S) MOUZON TAYLOR, JR. ABOVE NAMED: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action, copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to serve copy of your answer upon the undersigned at their offices, 2712 Middleburg Drive, Suite 200, P.O. Box 2065, Columbia, South Carolina 29202, within thirty (30) days after service hereof upon you, exclusive of the day of such service, and if you fail to answer the Complaint within the time aforesaid, the Plaintiff in this action will apply to the Court for the relief demanded in the Complaint, and judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief

demanded in the Complaint.

YOU WILL ALSO TAKE NOTICE that should you fail to Answer the foregoing Summons, the Plaintiff will move for a general Order of Reference of this cause to the Master in Equity for Charleston County, which Order shall, pursuant to Rule 53(e) of the South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure, specifically provide that the said Master in Equity is authorized and empowered to enter a final judgment in this cause.

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 and Notice upon you. If you fail to do so, application for such appointment will be made by the Plaintiff(s) herein.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the original Complaint in the above entitled action was filed in the office of the Clerk of Court for Charleston County on November 18, 2019.

SCOTT AND CORLEY, P.A. By: Ronald C. Scott (rons@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #4996 Reginald P. Corley (reggiec@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #69453 Angelia J. Grant (angig@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #78334 Allison E. Heffernan (allisonh@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #68530 Matthew E. Rupert (matthewr@scottandcorley. com), SC Bar #100740 Louise M. Johnson (ceasiej@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #16586 H. Guyton Murrell (guytonm@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #64134 Craig T. Smith (craigs@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #102831 Jordan D. Beumer (jordanb@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #104074 ATTORNEYS FOR THE PLAINTIFF 2712 Middleburg Drive, Suite 200 Columbia, SC 29204 803-252-3340 STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CHARLESTON IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS CASE NO. 2019-CP-10-06014 Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper, PLAINTIFF, VS. Amanda M. Ansel a/k/a Amanda Ansel; JDT Industries, LLC; The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York, as Successor Trustee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee on behalf of the Certificateholders of the CWHEQ Inc., CWHEQ Revolving Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2006-A; and The Meridian Owners Association, Inc., DEFENDANT(S).

SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF FILING OF COMPLAINT (191070.00450) TO THE DEFENDANT(S) AMANDA M. ANSEL A/K/A AMANDA ANSEL ABOVE NAMED: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action, copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to serve copy of your answer upon the undersigned at their offices, 2712 Middleburg Drive, Suite 200, P.O. Box 2065, Columbia, South Carolina 29202, within thirty (30) days after service hereof upon you, exclusive of the day of such service, and if you fail to answer the Complaint

within the time aforesaid, the Plaintiff in this action will apply to the Court for the relief demanded in the Complaint, and judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

YOU WILL ALSO TAKE NOTICE that should you fail to Answer the foregoing Summons, the Plaintiff will move for a general Order of Reference of this cause to the Master in Equity for Charleston County, which Order shall, pursuant to Rule 53(e) of the South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure, specifically provide that the said Master in Equity is authorized and empowered to enter a final judgment in this cause.

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 and Notice upon you. If you fail to do so, application for such appointment will be made by the Plaintiff(s) herein.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the original Complaint in the above entitled action was filed in the office of the Clerk of Court for Charleston County on November 15, 2019.

SCOTT AND CORLEY, P.A. By: Ronald C. Scott (rons@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #4996 Reginald P. Corley (reggiec@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #69453 Angelia J. Grant (angig@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #78334 Allison E. Heffernan (allisonh@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #68530 Matthew E. Rupert (matthewr@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #100740 Louise M. Johnson (ceasiej@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #16586 H. Guyton Murrell (guytonm@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #64134 Craig T. Smith (craigs@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #102831 Jordan D. Beumer (jordanb@scottandcorley.com), SC Bar #104074 ATTORNEYS FOR THE PLAINTIFF 2712 Middleburg Drive, Suite 200 Columbia, SC 29204 803-252-3340 ESTATES’ CREDITOR’S NOTICES All persons having claims against the following estates are required to deliver or mail their claims to the Personal Representative indicated below and also file subject claims on Form #371ES with Irvin G. Condon, Probate Judge of Charleston County, 84 Broad Street, Charleston, S.C. 29401, before the expiration of 8 months after the date of the first publication of this Notice to Creditors, or else thereafter such claims shall be and are forever barred.

Estate of: CHRISTINE M. OHLSEN AKA GERTRUDE MCELVEEN, GERTRUDE CHRISTINE MCELVEEN 2019-ES-10-1469 DOD: 06/18/19 Pers. Rep: CAROLE MCELVEEN HALTIWANGER 6737 NURSERY RD. COLUMBIA, SC 29212 ************ Estate of: JOHN W. BACHMANN 2019-ES-10-1893 DOD: 10/16/19 Pers. Rep: KATHARINE INGLIS

BUTLER-BACHMANN 2 PRIOLEAU ST CHARLESTON, SC 29401 Atty: EDWARD G. R. BENNETT, ESQ. 115 CHURCH ST. CHARLESTON, SC 29401 ************ Estate of: DWIGHT HERREN 2019-ES-10-1898 DOD: 02/03/19 Pers. Rep: BEVERLY HERREN 3111 CHICORA AVE. CHARLESTON, SC 29405

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CHARLESTON IN THE FAMILY COURT NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT CASE NO.: 2019-DR-10-3772 JAMES ILDERTON SHARON ILDERTON Plaintiffs, vs.

BRIANNA ROGERS, and JOHN DOE I, JOHN DOE II, JOHN DOE III, RAHEEM HUDSON, Third Party Defendants.

SUMMONS

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CHARLESTON IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS FOR THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT CASE NO.: 2019-CP-10-05898 Anthony L. Reese, Plaintiff, vs.

Aldo M. Aguilar Arce, Defendant.

FIRST AMENDED SUMMONS (Jury Trial Demanded) TO THE DEFENDANT ABOVENAMED: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint herein, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your answer to this Complaint upon the subscriber, at the address shown below, within thirty (30) days after service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service, and if you fail to answer the Complaint, judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

By: Joseph M. Krause Joseph M. Krause, Esq. SC Bar No.: 101783 Shelly Leeke Law Firm, LLC 3614 Ashley Phosphate Road North Charleston, SC 29418 843-297-8485 (phone) 843-297-8497 (fax) Joe@leekelaw.com Attorney for Plaintiff November 12, 2019 North Charleston, South Carolina STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CHARLESTON IN THE FAMILY COURT FOR THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT CASE NO: 2019-DR-10-3265 IRMA DE JESUS PARADA MEZA and DIEGO GIRON LOPEZ, Petitioners, v.

JOSE MAURO PAIZ TREJO, Respondent.

SUMMONS TO: JOSE MAURO PAIZ TREJO, DEFENDANT ABOVE NAMED YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint herein, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to serve your Answer to said Complaint upon the undersigned attorney for the Plaintiff, at his offices located at 800 Wappoo Road, Charleston, South Carolina 29407, within thirty (30) days after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service and, if you fail to answer the Complaint within the time aforesaid, the Plaintiff will apply to the Court for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

YOU ARE HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE FURTHER that if you fail to appear and defend and fail to answer the Complaint as required by this Summons within thirty (30) days after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of service, Judgment by Default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

G. EDWARD HAWKINS, III HAWKINS LAW FIRM, P.A. 800 Wappoo Road Charleston, SC 29407 (843) 225-7565 (843) 225-7585 fax ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF Charleston, South Carolina September 20, 2019

TO THE DEFENDANT AND THIRD-PARTY DEFENDANTS ABOVE NAMED: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint herein, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answer to said Complaint upon the subscribers, The Bleecker Law Firm LLC, at their offices at 561 Savannah Highway, Charleston, South Carolina, 29407, within thirty (30) days of the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service.

YOU ARE HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE FURTHER that, if you fail to appear and defend and fail to answer the Complaint as required by this Summons within thirty (30) days after the service hereof, judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

BEVERLY SNELGROVE, ESQ. The Bleecker Law Firm, LLC 561 Savannah Highway Charleston, SC 29407 (843) 571-2725 (843) 571-2750 (fax) ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFFS Charleston, South Carolina November 7 2019 STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CHARLESTON IN THE FAMILY COURT FOR THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DOCKET NO. 2019-DR-10-2875 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES VERSUS Bonnie Burleson and John Campbell, et al.

NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES: You are hereby summoned and required to answer the Complaint in this action filed with the Clerk of Court for Charleston County on August 15, 2019.

Upon proof of interest, a copy of the Complaint will be delivered to you upon request from the Clerk of Court in Charleston, and you must serve a copy of your Answer to the Complaint on the Plaintiff, the Charleston County Department of Social Services, at the office of their Attorney, The Legal Department of the Charleston County Department of Social Services, 3366 Rivers Ave., N. Charleston, South Carolina 29405-5714, within thirty days of this publication. If you fail to answer within the time set forth above, the Plaintiff will proceed to seek relief from the Court.

STATE OF COUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF DORCHESTER IN THE FAMILY COURT FOR THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DOCKET NO.: 2019-DR-18-863

SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES VERSES Nichole Gathers; Ricardo Jones;

NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES: You are hereby summoned and required to answer the Complaint in this action filed with the Clerk of Court for Dorchester County on June 20, 2019. Upon proof of interest, a copy of the Complaint will be delivered to you upon request from the Clerk of Court in Dorchester, and you must serve a copy of your Answer to the Complaint on the Plaintiff, the Dorchester County Department of Social Services, at the office

of their Attorney, The Legal Department of the Dorchester County Department of Social Services, 216 Orangeburg Road, Summerville, South Carolina 29483, within thirty days of this publication. If you fail to answer within the time set forth above, the Plaintiff will proceed to seek relief from the Court.

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CHARLESTON IN THE FAMILY COURT FOR THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DOCKET NO. 2019-DR-10-3665 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES VERSUS Shara Greene NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES: You are hereby summoned and required to answer the Complaint in this action filed with the Clerk of Court for Charleston County on October 23, 2019.

Upon proof of interest, a copy of the Complaint will be delivered to you upon request from the Clerk of Court in Charleston, and you must serve a copy of your Answer to the Complaint on the Plaintiff, the Charleston County Department of Social Services, at the office of their Attorney, Kenneth Murphy, II, at the Legal Department of the Charleston County Department of Social Services, 3366 Rivers Ave., N. Charleston, South Carolina 29405-5714, within thirty days of this publication. If you fail to answer within the time set forth above, the Plaintiff will proceed to seek relief from the Court.

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CHARLESTON IN THE FAMILY COURT FOR THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DOCKET NO. 2019-DR-10-3530 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES VERSUS Michael Jeter Jr., et al.

NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES: You are hereby summoned and required to answer the Complaint in this action filed with the Clerk of Court for Charleston County on October 16, 2019.

Upon proof of interest, a copy of the Complaint will be delivered to you upon request from the Clerk of Court in Charleston, and you must serve a copy of your Answer to the Complaint on the Plaintiff, the Charleston County Department of Social Services, at the office of their Attorney, The Legal Department of the Charleston County Department of Social Services, 3366 Rivers Ave., N. Charleston, South Carolina 29405-5714, within thirty days of this publication. If you fail to answer within the time set forth above, the Plaintiff will proceed to seek relief from the Court.

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CHARLESTON IN THE FAMILY COURT FOR THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DOCKET NO. 2019-DR-10-2916 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES VERSUS Teresa Roberts

NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES: You are hereby summoned and required to answer the Complaint in the Termination of Parental Rights action filed with the Clerk of Court for Charleston County on August 21, 2019.

Upon proof of interest, a copy of the Complaint will be delivered to you upon request from the Clerk of Court in Charleston, and you must serve a copy of your Answer to the Complaint on the Plaintiff, the Charleston County Department of Social Services, at the office of their Attorney, The Legal Department of the Charleston County Department of Social Services, 3366 Rivers Ave., N. Charleston, South Carolina 29405-5714, within thirty days of this publication. If you fail to answer within the time set forth above, the Plaintiff will proceed to seek relief from the Court.

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RAPPER McKINLEY DIXON’S SONG “ANANSI ANANSI B/W WIT THESE” WAS THE FIRST RELEASE BY AN ARTIST OF COLOR ON SADDLE CREEK RECORDS

DIY We Fight Virginia rapper McKinley Dixon blazes through underground venues

BY ALEX PEEPLES McKinley Dixon w/ Contour, Nory Sat. Dec. 14 8:30 p.m. $7 See editor’s note for location info

When you’ve performed in as many small and independent venues as rapper McKinley Dixon, you know how to make an intimate space feel like a club. The Richmond, Va. native last brought his full-band rap project to Charleston almost two years ago. In that time, Dixon has risen as a positive, unrelenting voice who proudly carries a torch for black identity.

His studio albums have a surprisingly full sound for an artist who, until recently, was not on a major label. There are bits of rap, soul, jazz, Afro-Cuban music, and slam poetry. His music has a theatricality, populated by brass instruments, varying tones of piano and keys, guitars, booming drums, and an occasional string section.

Despite his genre fluidity, Dixon makes no bones about his sound. “I’m a rapper above anything else,” he says. “People love to say that I make jazz music, but I really don’t make jazz music.”

Lately he has toured off of the success of his single “Anansi, Anansi b/w Wit These,” which was the first release by an artist of color on Saddle Creek Records. In 2020 Dixon will release the final installment of a trilogy of albums which began with 2016’s

Who Taught You to Hate Yourself? and continued with 2018’s The Importance of Self-Belief.

While his hometown of Richmond houses an excellent independent music scene and a wide range of black artists, Dixon does not shy away from the issues that his hometown faces.

“Richmond is known for being a punk city, which is a pretty white-dominant genre,” he says. “In response, there used to be house venues in Richmond run by artists of color and queer and trans identifying people because they weren’t getting booked at venues. Those are communal efforts, if we build it ourselves then we can make something happen but those get shut down for obvious reasons.”

That do-it-yourself approach that Dixon has taken is a double-edged sword. Making independent music is inherently a DIY effort, but like so many other things there are additional struggles that apply to people of color or LGBTQ artists.

“My situation is interesting because I’m a rapper with a band,” Dixon explains, “and indie scenes don’t support rappers the same way they support bands. That’s a privilege that I have. The band makes it easier for white audiences to quantize my music and register it. I’ve been rapping since 2011 and then I got a band in 2017 and, like that, I’m on NPR in 2018.”

Despite that, Dixon is still enthusiastic about independent music scenes and DIY efforts, both of which have informed his latest tour.

From a musical perspective, there is a decent amount of overlap between Dixon and Contour, a supporting artist for the upcoming show. Both are black artists who have worked on their craft for the better part of a decade, and are just beginning to scrape the surface of widespread recognition.

Both come from major Southern cities with active DIY communities; both operate in the aesthetic sphere of modern R&B, hip-hop, and jazz; both have adopted backing bands within the last few years; and both actively champion art and music that are produced by social minority groups.

Dixon’s previous two albums have centered around black positivity in the midst of personal doubt and ruthless injustice. In 2018’s “Black Boy Flies,” he raps, “what I’ve learned is that you can always fly/ even on your back you can always see the sky/ as beautiful as my black fist/ just as tight as my curls/ hands high above my head ready to take on the world.”

Tracks like “Circle the Block” and “Hell Below” address police violence and the paranoia that comes with the high volume of violence against African Americans. Despite the dark themes and realities that populate Dixon’s music, he never loses sight of beauty, thankfulness, and hope for something better.

On “The Outro Song,” from Who Taught You to Hate Yourself?, people of various ages, languages, and backgrounds say what they continued on page 57

MATT MEGRUE GIVES “WE” A MUSIC VIDEO, ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM

Charleston singer-songwriter Matt Megrue released a lyric music video for his song “We” on Dec. 1. The song is meant to build hype for Megrue’s new LP, The Mourner’s Manual, in February 2020.

After years of playing with Atlanta’s The Unusual Suspects and Loner’s Society, Megrue ventured out on a musical endeavor of his own, starting with his EP release in 2017, Lost Hearts of the Jilted Age. This Charleston-based songwriter has been known to constantly play with sounds of punk, emo, and Americana, creating new songs that never sound the same as the last. His new LP is sure to continue with his evolutionary trend. —Abrie Richison If you or your band is about to enter the studio, hit the road, or has a special gig coming up, contact Heath Ellison at heath@charlestoncitypaper.com.

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In the several months he’s lived in Charleston, rapper MiKE L!VE has been productive. He released an LP, Examples of to Inspire You, in September and began working on a multimedia project titled Livelihood immediately after.

The venture brings two forms, fashion and music, together for a unique experience. The latest album, Livelihood, dropped last week and correlates with a line of hoodies that have an MP3 player wired into them.

“The drawstrings of this hoodie are actually headphones,” L!VE explains. “The wire runs down the zipper into the front right pocket. Inside that pocket you will find an MP3 player with only my album, Livelihood, uploaded onto it. When you purchase the hoodie all you have to do is reach in the pocket and press play.”

L!VE, who gained notoriety in Asheville as a member of hip-hop collective Free the Optimus, says that the idea for Livelihood’s collision of formats has been planned for some time now.

“A couple years ago in a rap battle at the Orange Peel in Asheville, North Carolina, my opponent called me out for always wearing a hoodie,” L!VE recalls. “I took that and decided to make it mine, thus spawning my own brand of hoodies.”

The album is available on all streaming services and the accompanying jacket can be purchased by contacting L!VE on Instagram.

Hoodies are a prominent theme on the album, giving L!VE another reason to combine the formats.

“By bringing the Livelihood hoodie together with the Livelihood album, I have bridged the gap between physical texture and sound,” he says. “For the first time, an audience member can feel as if they’re draped in audio.” —Heath Ellison

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ROUGHLY 50 RAPPERS, PRODUCERS, AND PROMOTERS CONVERGED AT MEGA ENTERTAINMENT IN SUMMERVILLE FOR AMETHYST

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About two dozen rappers and producers from across the state were packed into Mega Entertainment. They’ve been recording in the Summerville studio for six hours, and they’ve got about 34 more to go. The two-day recording session, titled Amethyst, brought together South Carolina artists last weekend to meet, collaborate, and record for the first time.

The project, according to organizer Black Dave, had two inspirations: Dreamville and J. Cole’s 2019 compilation album Revenge of the Dreamers III and Kris Kaylin’s video series “Next Up Charleston.”

“She always asks at the end, ‘Why do you think no one from Charleston has blown up?’ And people always answer, ‘Because we aren’t working together,’” Dave observes. “If everything’s put together for you and all you have to do is show up, make the best music you can, and then promote the best music you can, then there’s another reason.”

Although she was a partial and unwitting influence for the weekend, Kaylin has a slightly different view on Amethyst’s purpose. “I don’t want to say that we’re underrated anymore,” she says. “I feel like we kind of have an eye on us, but I feel like now is the perfect opportunity to present what we have.

And I feel like we’ll have the right people under one roof to do that.”

A familial and friendly demeanor was in the air on Sat. Dec. 7. There was no ego, just artists connecting over what they love and showing the talent that the S.C. rap scene has cultivated. After laying down an impressive

verse over a new beat, Midlands rapper Rob Davis was crowded by his fellow artists. “You snapped,” Dublin, Ga. and Charleston rapper Jah Jr. said to him.

Davis tells the City Paper that he is excited about seeing all of the talent in one place. “It’s something great for South Carolina,” he said.

Approximately 70 people involved in the state rap scene (including Dreamville producer Childish Major) were invited to Amethyst, and roughly 50 said they would attend, according to Dave.

Invitations for the two-day session began to appear with little explanation on Instagram on Nov. 10, asking artists to appear at an undisclosed location for a compilation album’s recording. In a similar fashion to Revenge of the Dreamers III, they were publicly sent to artists from all across the state: New artists, old favorites, DJs, producers — essentially anyone that the organizers liked musically.

Candice Johnson, a co-organizer and curator from Columbia, said that she was the “voice of reason” when planning the event.

“As far as the name went, we were throwing some things around, and I was like, ‘Let’s keep it kind of simple,’” she recalls.

Johnson also contributed a list of 11 artists to the roster. “I chose a handful of women,” she says. “I wanted to make sure there were a pretty good amount of women represented and a good amount of people who weren’t from Charleston.” continued on page 57

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want from life. Activist and academic Cornel West is heard on the track: “Stay strong in your quest for truth and put a smile on John Coltrane’s face.” That’s what McKinley Dixon and his music stand for.

When asked what they want to see happen in the evolution of equal opportunities for independent minority artists, both Dixon and Contour stress active public discourse and transparency. “Black artists are very often pitted against each other and that’s not their fault,” says Dixon. “When you’re in rap, that’s what happens and rap is seen as this animalistic competition. But I think that if we were transparent, then we wouldn’t let others make decisions as to what our genre is.”

The fans, or maybe more appropriately consumers, do have to consider the role that they play in artist representation. The entertainment industry is a hierarchy run by an upper class that thrives on connections, so support from consumers can make a world of difference.

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Dave hopes that the recordings will culminate in a collaborative album, tentatively titled Amethyst, as well as shows, merchandise, and music videos. Judging by the tunes made over the weekend, the album will be a varied mix of hip-hop interpretations. When commenting on the different styles present, local rapper and singer Anfernee said, “It’s like anime came to life.”

Studio engineer and organizer Quinton Heyward believes that Amethyst is an opportunity for non-natives to see the unique culture in the S.C. rap scene. “The Carolinas always had something special. They don’t get to see the country roads and all the churches,” he reflects. “Our way of life is different and I think it took some time for outsiders to be able to understand the way we do things.”

Many of the organizers, who include DJ SCrib and Columbia’s BFresh, have different reasons for helping put Amethyst together. “I really hope this brings different publications down here,” says BFresh. “People like NPR, Complex music, basically could gravitate to what we’ve got going on.”

Johnson says that the local scene is strong, but Amethyst can bridge gaps to encourage collaboration across the state. “Our scene is very solid as far as creatives and creativity, but we are still — and I want to say the state as a whole — we are still on the synergy part of our scene,” she says. “That’s the part that needs more nurturing.”

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HIGH COTTON Frank Duvall Trio, piano

AWENDAW GREEN Well Charged w/ Sofia Lynch, Reverend Hylton, Laura Thurston, Joshua Jarman, folk,

JUANITA GREENBERG’S—MP Graham Whorley, acoustic soul/rock and jams,

Americana, reggae, 6 p.m.

BURNS ALLEY Karaoke Chris CHARLESTON GRILL Duda Lucena, Latin

jazz, 6:30 p.m.

THE COMMODORE Lady & The Brass,

funk, soul, 9:30 p.m.

THE DEWBERRY Joe Clarke Big Band,

jazz, 7 p.m.

THE DINGHY TAPROOM AND KITCHEN Sunflowers and Sin, Americana, 7 p.m.

ELIZA’S BAR AND KITCHEN Hotel Indigo & eliza’s bar + kitchen presents The Shakin’ Martinis Band, dance, party

band, 6 p.m.

HOME TEAM BBQ Reid Stone, folk,

Americana, 7 p.m.

HOOKED SEAFOOD Chris Boone,

Americana, folk, 5 p.m.

JOHNKING GRILL + BAR Graham Whorley & Friends, blues, roots, rock,

7 p.m.

LOGGERHEAD’S Seitu Solomon, steel-

pan, 7 p.m.

PLANET FOLLYWOOD Michael Martin Band, Americana, 9 p.m.

POUR HOUSE Kozelski, rock, 10 p.m.

On the Deck for Dead Wednesday: Reckoning, Grateful Dead covers,

6:30 p.m.

THE PUB ON 61 The Associates, jams RITA’S SEASIDE GRILLE Bender Funk,

rock, Americana, 6 p.m.

SEANACHAI Monthly Celtic Jam, Irish,

7:30 p.m.

SURF BAR Graham Whorley, rock, jam,

10 p.m.

TOMMY CONDON’S Dave Berry, folk,

acoustic, 7:30 p.m.

THE WASHOUT Brady & Dale, bluegrass,

K.C. MULLIGAN’S Token Mary, pop,

jams, 10 p.m.

LOCAL 616 DJs: The Selectas, party

tunes

LOGGERHEAD’S Calhoun’s Calling, party

tunes, 7 p.m.

PINK CACTUS Hector Salazar & Gregory Guay, latin, 6 p.m.

PLANET FOLLYWOOD Karaoke w/ DJ Richburg, 9:30 p.m.

POUR HOUSE Hungry Monks Acoustic Quartet, acoustic, 6 p.m. Samantha Fish w/ Nicolas David, blues rock, 9 p.m.

THE PUB ON 61 Karaoke, 8 p.m.

THE REFUGE Todd Beals Trio, jazz,

6:30 p.m.

THE ROOST BAR AND GRILL Jaykob Kendrick (Duo), party tunes, 10 p.m.

THE SOUTHERN BAR AND GRILL Guilt Ridden Troubadour, Americana, rock,

roots, 9 p.m.

SOUTHERN ROOTS SMOKEHOUSE Sound Check: Musical Bingo, bingo, but with

songs instead of numbers, 7-9 p.m.

TASTY FUSION Ben Somewhere, singersongwriter TOMMY CONDON’S Dave Berry, folk, acoustic, 7:30 p.m.

THE WASHOUT Gracious Day, acoustic, country, jams, 7 p.m.

KARAOKE

LOCAL 616 Karaoke Chris R PUB Karaoke with Aaron SHOOTER’S Karaoke with Rick, karaoke

at 8 p.m.

OPEN MIC

MAINLAND CONTAINER CO. KITCHEN & BAR Open Mic Night, 7-10 p.m.

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LOGGERHEAD’S Me and Mr. Jones,

R&B, 6 p.m.

MOE’S CROSSTOWN TAVERN Whitney Hanna & Friends, rock, 10 p.m.

MONSTER MUSIC Listening Party and Happy Hour, Get a free slice of pizza

and enjoy a different storewide sale each week. 5-8 p.m.

MUSIC FARM - CHARLESTON Tab Benoit, rock, blues, funk, 8:30 p.m.

PLANET FOLLYWOOD The Shakin’ Martinis, dance, party band, 9 p.m.

POUR HOUSE White Bogan Duo w/ Little Stranger, Sexbruise?, hip-hop, holi-

day music, funk, 9 p.m.

THE PUB ON 61 Chicken Scratch, clas-

sic rock THE ROYAL AMERICAN Easy Honey w/ MammaBear, Argot, rock, indie, 9 p.m.

THE SHELTER KITCHEN + BAR Louie D Project, jazz, jams, 10 p.m.

SURF BAR Illa Zilla, funk, 10 p.m.

THE TIN ROOF Stephan w/ Britton Rauscher, Ninelives, Hirow, jams, 8 p.m.

TOMMY CONDON’S Dave Berry, acous-

9:30 p.m.

THE WASHOUT Eddie Bush, acoustic,

rock, jams, 8:30 p.m.

CRAZY D’S Karaoke HARBOR BREEZE Karaoke LOGGERHEAD’S Karaoke, 10 p.m.-1 a.m.

MANHATTAN’S Karaoke, 9 p.m.

TRU BLUES Karaoke Night, 9 p.m.

DJS + DANCE Dudley’s After Dark — drag, dance, 8 p.m.

n SATURDAY, 14 CITY MARINA Shrimp City Slim, blues,

COOPER RIVER BREWING Chris Boone,

’90s, and 2000s, 9 p.m.

9:30 p.m.

7 p.m.

THE DEWBERRY Joe Clarke Big Band, jazz, 7 p.m. Joe Clarke Trio, jazz, 8 p.m.

DOCKERY’S Ben Whitney, acoustic, 4 p.m. Mark Rapp, bossa nova, 7 p.m.

DUDLEY’S ON ANN Stream DJ, dance

jazz, 6:30 p.m.

FORTE JAZZ LOUNGE Kyle Lacy Band,

singer-songwriters

ELLIOTBOROUGH MINI BAR Open Mic,

7 p.m.

n THURSDAY, 12 ANDELL INN The Joy Project Jazz Quartet, jazz, 6 p.m.

BAR MASH Red Cedar Review, blue-

grass, 7:30 p.m.

BARSA TAPAS LOUNGE & BAR Steve Simon and the Kings of Jazz, jazz,

soul, 9:30 p.m.

CHUCKTOWN BAR AND GRILL Back in the Day Saturday, hits from the ’80s,

Americana, folk, 6 p.m.

THE COMMODORE Futurefunk, funk,

music

COASTAL COFFEE ROASTERS Acoustic Night, open jam THE DEWBERRY Joe Clarke Big Band,

jazz, holiday music, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

HIGH COTTON James Slater Trio, sax jazz, 6 p.m.

jazz, 7 p.m.

THE DINGHY TAPROOM AND KITCHEN Patrick Norris, jams, 7 p.m.

DOCKERY’S The Ol 55’s, bluegrass,

4 p.m.

THE DROP IN Stratton Moore & Friends,

acoustic rock and jamgrass, 10:30 p.m.

ELI’S TABLE Gino Castillo, jazz, 7 p.m.

FORTE JAZZ LOUNGE Happy Birthday, Mr. Sinatra, Sinatra covers, 7 p.m. and

9:30 p.m.

HALLS Larry Ford, Abe White, and Chris Williams, jams, 6 p.m.

CHARLESTON GAILLARD CENTER Ten Tenors, holiday music, 7:30 p.m.

CHARLESTON GRILL Asa Holgate Quartet, jazz, 7:30 p.m.

CHARLESTON MUSIC HALL Charleston Christmas Special, holiday music, 2

10 p.m.

CHARLESTON GRILL Richard White Trio,

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KARAOKE

and 7 p.m.

ART’S Singer-Songwriter Night, rotating

Provided

WINDJAMMER Burt Floyd and the Carolina Band, benefit concert, 8 p.m.

CONTAINER BAR Whitney Hanna & Fancy Kool-Aid, singer/songwriter,

OPEN MIC

The Lowcountry Voices Choir and Ranky Tanky trumpeter Charlton Singleton are teaming up for the 4th annual Gospel Meets Jazz concert. The name’s pretty on-the-nose; the show combines the excitement and energy of jazz music with the power and soul of gospel for creative takes on Christmas classics. Nathan Nelson, the Lowcountry Voices’ founder and director, has attempted to preserve the legacy of African-American music through his vocal group. The choir will perform hymns such as “Behold the Star,” “Holy is the Lamb,” and “Holy Thou Art God,” alongside traditional holiday favorites, according to concert manager Linda Malcolm. Plus, Singleton is a pro at playing Christmas tunes.

Just last week, his popular annual Holiday Spectacular hit the Charleston Music Hall. Malcolm believes that there will be lively interplay between the trumpet player and Nelson during the night. —Heath Ellison SATURDAY

TRAYCE’S TOO Free Ride, covers,

7 p.m.

karaoke, 9 p.m.

JAZZ | Gospel Meets Jazz

tic, folk, 8:30 p.m.

BAR MASH Jeff Wilson, jazz, 9:30 p.m.

CHARLESTON GRILL Ron Wiltrout Jazz Quartet, jazz, 7-11 p.m.

CHARLESTON MUSIC HALL Charleston Christmas Special, holiday music, 7 p.m.

THE COMMODORE Funktastics, funk,

SMOKEY’S PLACE Karaoke with Jason,

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jams, 7 p.m.

WILD WING—NC Matt & Dan, jams

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w/ Lowcountry Voices Choir Sat. Dec. 14 5 p.m. $25 Mt. Zion AME Church

THE DEWBERRY Joe Clarke Big Band,

jazz, 7 p.m.

THE DINGHY TAPROOM AND KITCHEN Wintervals, folk rock, 7 p.m.

FORTE JAZZ LOUNGE Joe Clarke, jazz, 7 p.m. Joe Clarke w/ Evelyn Devere,

jazz, burlesque, 9:30 p.m.

HIGH COTTON Frank Duvall Trio, piano

jazz, 7 p.m.

HOME TEAM BBQ—SI Bert’s Bar Reunion, rock, jam, 10 p.m.

LOCAL 616 DJ D-EZ, old and new-school

tunes, 10 p.m.

LOGGERHEAD’S Mike Huhn, singer-songwriter, 6 p.m. DJ Lotis, jams, 3 p.m.

NV DJ Y-Not, dance and party music POUR HOUSE Heal with Hearts Drum Circle, kids drum circle, 4 p.m. Rebirth Brass Band, brass band, funk, 9:30 p.m.

PROHIBITION New South Jazzmen,

THE ROYAL AMERICAN Mike Martin & the Beautiful Mess, Ashes of the Old Ways, Ripley & the Ghost, folk, blue-

grass, 9 p.m.

ALT ROCK | Easy Honey After a summer and fall full of shows on the road, Easy Honey is back in town to perform and work on their upcoming sophomore LP. Originally from Tennessee, where they recorded their self-titled debut, the band relocated to Charleston shortly after releasing Easy Honey. The album was a mixture of vocal melodies and hard-edged riffs, reviving a decidedly ’90s approach to guitar rock. Easy Honey’s upcoming single, “Like Glue,” marks the beginning of a new era for the band. Starting with a commanding fuzz guitar lick, the band hints at a new blues influence, before moving into something that could be found on their first album. The song’s got a lot more confidence and warmth to it than earlier material. Guitarists Shelby Austin and Darby McGlone play the new track with a mixture of poise and hyperactivity, while Charlie Holt hits the drums with more energy than ever before, and bassist Daniel Comen grooves his way into the next phase of Easy Honey. The Lowcountry air has definitely done something for their sound — we just have to wait until 2020 to find out exactly what. —Heath Ellison FRIDAY

OPEN MIC FREEHOUSE Freehouse Acoustic Open Mic, local acoustic

THE SPARROW Brady and the Bazookas, rockabilly, 10 p.m.

SURF BAR Jon Lee & the Apparitions,

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soul, southern rock, 10 p.m.

music, vaudeville pop, 3 p.m.

SUSHI BLUE Salsa Night , DJ Luigi, salsa THE TIN ROOF Jinglebang!, holiday

music, 6 p.m.

TOMMY CONDON’S Dave Berry, acous-

tic, folk, 8:30 p.m.

TRAYCE’S TOO Head Rush, jams,

9:30 p.m.

KARAOKE

CHARLESTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY V-Tones Holiday Extravaganza, holiday CHARLESTON GRILL Bob Williams Duo,

jazz/classical (guitar and violin), 7 p.m.

CHARLESTON MUSIC HALL Charleston Christmas Special, holiday music, 3 p.m.

COAST Graham Whorley, acoustic duo:

rock, jazz, and grooves, 7-10 p.m.

THE COMMODORE Honky Tonk Sunday,

jams, 9 p.m.

jazz, 7 p.m.

LOGGERHEAD’S Karaoke, 10 p.m.

R PUB Karaoke with Aaron SMOKEY’S PLACE Karaoke with Jason,

THE DINGHY TAPROOM AND KITCHEN Josh Hughett, singer/songwriter, 7 p.m.

GATHERING CAFÉ Jazz Brunch, jazz HALLS The Plantation Singers, gospel,

THE PUB ON 61 Cotton Blue, blues

karaoke, 9 p.m.

12:30-3:30 p.m.

HIGH COTTON The Bluestone Ramblers,

bluegrass brunch MCCANN’S IRISH PUB Irish Trad Session, Irish, 5:30 p.m.

PINK CACTUS Hector Salazar & Grace McNally, Latin, 6 p.m.

POUR HOUSE On the Deck: Kanika Moore and the Motown Throwdown,

gospel, soul, funk, 1 p.m.

SNAPPER JACK’S SEAFOOD & RAW BAR Foggy Sunday w/ The Fogg, rock cov-

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ST JAMES GATE Ed “Porkchop” Meyer,

singer-songwriter, 12 p.m.

TOMMY CONDON’S Kevin Church,

acoustic, 7 p.m.

THE WASHOUT Donnie Polk, acoustic,

4 p.m.

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CHARLESTON GRILL Kevin Hamilton and Friends, jazz, 6:30 p.m.

CHARLESTON MUSIC HALL Charleston Christmas Special, holiday music, 7 p.m.

THE DINGHY TAPROOM AND KITCHEN Jeff Bateman Duo, covers, jams, 7 p.m.

FILL RESTAURANT AND PIANO BAR Jazz Night with Heather Rice, jazz, 6:30 p.m.

FORTE JAZZ LOUNGE Fusion Jonez, jazz,

BAR MASH Live Funk/ Mo-town music with Mike Quinn and friends, funk, soul,

funk, 7 p.m.

HIGH COTTON James Slater Trio, sax

CONTAINER BAR Whits End, acoustic

HOME TEAM BBQ Holy City Confessional, singer-songwriter show-

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THE PUB ON 61 Open Mic, open mic

n WEDNESDAY, 18 BURNS ALLEY Karaoke Chris CHARLESTON GRILL Duda Lucena, Latin

jazz, 6:30 p.m.

CHARLESTON MUSIC HALL Charleston Christmas Special, holiday music, 7 p.m.

THE COMMODORE Lady & The Brass,

funk, soul, 9:30 p.m.

THE DEWBERRY Joe Clarke Big Band,

jazz, 6 p.m.

9:30 p.m.

rock, 6 p.m.

jazz, 7 p.m.

ELIZA’S BAR AND KITCHEN Hotel Indigo & eliza’s bar + kitchen presents The Shakin’ Martinis Band, dance, party

case, 7 p.m.

HENRY’S HOUSE Jaykob Kendrick,

Southern rock, acoustic, 10 p.m.

K.C. MULLIGAN’S Amanda, jams, 10 p.m.

MONTREUX Shrimp City Slim, blues, 7 p.m.

POUR HOUSE Mike Quinn and Durty Dub’s Awesome Holiday Jam, holiday music, 9 p.m. On the Deck: Holy City Heaters, jam-grass, Americana, roots,

HUNLEY’S TAVERN Ted McKee, acoustic

HOOKED SEAFOOD Chris Boone,

K.C. MULLIGAN’S DJ Random, DJ, jams,

Americana, folk, 5 p.m.

10 p.m.

JOHNKING GRILL + BAR Graham Whorley & Friends, blues, roots, rock,

LOGGERHEAD’S Danny May, acoustic, OCEAN COWBOYS Poppa DuPree and JoJo, jams POUR HOUSE Paris Monster, garage, experimental, 9:30 p.m. Tomatoband, jam

TOMMY CONDON’S Open Mic Night,

band, 6 p.m.

open mic, 7 p.m.

TSUNAMI—MP Derek Cribb, coustic reg-

gae/rock, 10:30 p.m.

THE TIN ROOF Michael Moskos w/ James Leprettre, folk, singer-songwriter,

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THE WASHOUT The Ol’ 55s, bluegrass,

7 p.m.

OPEN MIC

LOGGERHEAD’S Seitu Solomon, steel-

pan, 7 p.m.

MUSIC FARM Snails w/ Kompany, rock,

post-punk, 8 p.m.

covers, 6:30 p.m.

TOMMY CONDON’S Kevin Church, singer-

O’BRION’S—JI Karaoke w/ Blaze, kara-

7 p.m.

PLANET FOLLYWOOD Michael Martin Band, Americana, 9 p.m.

POUR HOUSE On the Deck for Dead Wednesday: Reckoning, Grateful Dead

PROHIBITION Salsa Night w/ Gino Castillo Cuban Jazz Quartet, Cuban,

salsa

KARAOKE

THE PUB ON 61 The Associates, jams RITA’S SEASIDE GRILLE Bender Funk,

rock, Americana, 6 p.m.

SURF BAR Graham Whorley, rock, jam,

10 p.m.

TOMMY CONDON’S Dave Berry, folk,

TOMMY CONDON’S Open Mic: Songwriter Night, open mic, 7 p.m.

OPEN MIC

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9 p.m.

jams, 7 p.m.

ART’S Saluda Shoals, country, rock,

9 p.m.

BURNS ALLEY Molly Durnin, open mic,

THE WASHOUT Brady & Dale, bluegrass,

LOCAL 616 Sessions at 616, open mic,

Americana, 9 p.m.

Tab Benoit’s current tour is called the Whiskey Bayou Revue, and it’s difficult to think of a more apt description of the kind of music that the Baton Rouge singer/guitarist makes. Benoit’s sound is simultaneously based on deep electric blues and funky Cajun rhythms, a potent mix of styles that Benoit seasons with soulful vocals. Benoit has spent almost 30 years going down that path, putting out albums chock full of slinky, sinuous funk and bluesy rock. He’s somehow managed to pin down a minimal sound, making his best music with a no-frills trio that allows him to soar on the six-string. Benoit has done this on stage more than on his albums lately. He still tours regularly, but he’s put a lot of his energy into Whiskey Bayou Records, a label he started with his manager, Rueben Williams. Labelmate Eric Johanson, another Louisiana native with a similarly soulful approach on vocals and guitar, is actually along for the ride on Benoit’s current tour, and one can almost feel a “passing of the torch” vibe between the two. Those Louisiana roots do run pretty deep, after all, so it’s fitting to see Benoit taking a younger player under his wing. —Vincent Harris FRIDAY

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The ninth annual hall-decking tradition brings musicians and comedians to the stage to perform Christmas themed material.

According to Tin Roof owner Erin Tyler, the bar promises various holiday themed drinks including “eggnog, spiked hot chocolate, spiked cider, and a mystery blue Christmas drink.” This will be the second of three holiday themed nights at Tin Roof this season, though Jinglebang! promises to be the most diverse of the holiday events. Music and comedy will be provided by Lindsay Holler, Brian Hannon, Aisha Kenyatta, Johnny Puke, Brett Nash, Jordan Igoe, Lily Slay, Jared Petteys & the Headliners, and many others. When asked about the show’s other activities outside of performances and specials, Tyler says that “everyone will be able to take his/her picture with ‘Santia’, and we’ll have a performance from a ‘Druncle’ as well.

Of course, everyone is encouraged to wear festive attire and the bar will be full of lights and decorations.” All money at the door and a percentage of the night’s bar sales will go towards animal advocacy groups. Not only is Jinglebang! usually a wild, fun-filled evening, but in true Christmas spirit, it’s all for a good cause. —Alex Peeples SATURDAY

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HOLIDAY MUSIC | Marshgrass Mamas Coming straight outta Johns Island, the Marshgrass Mamas have reunited for a little downhome holiday cheer. The band’s Yuletide Special shows them at full force, which doesn’t happen often due to their conflicting schedules. The Mamas and their cohorts will bang out some holiday-themed favorites in their signature style: A mashup of ragged-but-right vocal harmonies, old-time acoustic pickin’, and bluegrass-influenced ensemble work. The Mamas started performing more than 15 years ago as a front-porch band having “chick pick” sessions. But, they took a decade or so off because the members were becoming actual mamas. The first Yuletide Special show, a family-themed get together complete with face painting for the kids, was last year at the Tattooed Moose.

We’re not sure if the 2019 version will have face-painting, but the Mamas are encouraging attendees to bring food, clothing, and toiletries to donate to Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach.

—Vincent Harris SUNDAY

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WILD WING—NC Matt & Dan, jams

n THURSDAY, 19 ANDELL INN The Joy Project Jazz Quartet, jazz, 6 p.m.

BAR MASH Red Cedar Review, blue-

grass, 7:30 p.m.

BARSA TAPAS LOUNGE & BAR Steve Simon and the Kings of Jazz, jazz,

7 p.m.

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CHARLESTON GRILL Richard White Trio,

jazz, 6:30 p.m.

CHARLESTON MUSIC HALL Charleston Christmas Special, holiday music, 7 p.m.

COASTAL COFFEE ROASTERS Acoustic

Night, open jam THE DEWBERRY Joe Clarke Big Band,

jazz, 7 p.m.

LOGGERHEAD’S Calhoun’s Calling, party

tunes, 7 p.m.

THE DROP IN Stratton Moore & Friends,

PINK CACTUS Hector Salazar & Gregory Guay, latin, 6 p.m.

PLANET FOLLYWOOD Karaoke w/ DJ Richburg, 9:30 p.m.

THE PUB ON 61 Karaoke, 8 p.m.

THE REFUGE Todd Beals Trio, jazz,

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