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Loves hip-hop more than you love cake.
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Reggae concert and fundraiser In honor of the summer and the heat, I want to share one of my favorite poems, “Song for a Summer’s Day” by Sylvia Plath. Yes, it’s a bit cliche for a poet to love Sylvia Plath. But she was truly brilliant. Read on for part of the poem. And stay cool. The air was bright for looking: Most far in blue, aloft, Clouds steered a burnished drift; Larks’ nip and tuck arising Came in for my love’s praising. Sheen of the noonsun striking Took my heart as if It were a green-tipped leaf Kindled by my love’s pleasing Into an ardent blazing. And so, together, talking, Through Sunday’s honey-air We walked (and still walk there --Out of the sun’s bruising) Till the night mists came rising.
Attention poets: Submit your poems to be published in Charleston Scene by e-mailing charlestonscene@gmail. com
7 P.M. // SATURDAY // CHARLESTON HARBOR RESORT The Lineup at the Lookout concert features world-renown reggae group Steel Pulse, making its first appearance in Charleston in almost 10 years. The show, at the Charleston Harbor Resort, 20 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant, is also a benefit for local nonprofit Project Okurase, a group that addresses the HIV/AIDS crisis in Ghana by helping vulnerable and orphaned children affected by the disease. The project works to build homes and schools as well as provide health care, proper nutrition, formal education, and clean water to the these communities. Doors open at 7 p.m. and is for all ages. There will be a variety of Caribbean-inspired food and drinks. Dub Island Sound System, the Dub Plates Riddim band, a 15-member Brazilian Capoeira dance fighting exhibition, and Project Okurase’s 15-member children’s Djole dance drumming presentation will be featured. Tickets are $35 and $55 and can be purchased online at www.brightsoundlive.com or in person at Las Olas surf shop (441 King St.) and the Shem Creek Music Center (in the Peach Plaza at 423 W. Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant). For more, call 597-3598.
Charleston Waterkeeper’s cleaning of Morris Island Awendaw Farmers Market 9 A.M.-NOON // JULY 10 // AWENDAW TOWN HALL Now is the time to act if you want to participate in Awendaw’s Farmers and Fresh Seafood Market. It will take place July 10 at Awendaw Town Hall, 6971 Doar Road. Call 928-3100 The market features locally grown produce, seasonal fruits, vegetables, treats and seafood.
10 A.M. // MONDAY // MORRIS ISLAND After last year’s Fourth of July that saw hundreds of patriotic locals and tourists gathered on Morris Island, the site was left with a lot of trash and debris. This year, Charleston Waterkeeper is asking for volunteers to clean up the post-holiday mess. The clean-up will begin at 10 a.m. There will be a post-clean-up meeting at Midtown Bar and Grill, 559 King St., with Waterkeeper drink specials on the back patio during happy hour. For more info on Charleston Waterkeeper, visit http://charlestonwaterkeeper.org.
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TODAY
Best-selling author Jane Green is promoting her new novel, “Promises to Keep.” She will be signing copies at 7 p.m. at the Barnes & Noble in Mount Pleasant, 1716 Towne Centre Way.
FRIDAY
Go to the opening reception of Cirque: Collective Works of Don Localio from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Real Estate Studio of Dunes Properties, 214 King St. Localio’s work, though highly personal, has been influenced by the abstract expressionists Arshile Gorky, Mark Rothko, and Willem de Kooning. Call 722-5618 for more. Free.
SATURDAY The Gentleman Pirate will put on
a live performance that you will not want to miss. See Charleston’s “2009 Best Actor” Rodney Rogers (Pure Theatre) as he portrays the infamous Stede Bonnet, the Gentleman Pirate. Experience first-hand stories of Blackbeard and other characters of the “Golden Age of Piracy” at Charleston’s historic Powder Magazine, 79 Cumberland Street. The performance runs from 3:30-4:30. Call 722-9350 for more information.
SUNDAY Celebrate the Fourth of July at Joe Riley Park. Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka will be hosting the inaugural Fourth of Firefly event, the World’s Largest Sweet Tea Party during the Charleston RiverDogs Game. Come out for great music, drinks and lots of fun. RiverDogs game starts at 6:35 p.m.
MONDAY 7/5 All Day Rain. Relax on Monday after the holiday by strolling through Rebekah Jacob Gallery. Known for his collage and multimedia works on paper, Tim Hussey has devoted his first exhibition exclusively to charcoal drawings. Various size works on paper articulate the female form and explore the precarious and current states of the human body. 169-B King St. Call 697-5471.
TUESDAY 7/6 Interested in learning something new? Didgeridoo Down Under will explore Australian culture through the entertaining music of the didgeridoo and the customs of the Aboriginal people. The event starts at
10 a.m at the Northwood Recreation Center, 8348 Greenridge Road. The band will perform in Sterett Hall Auditorium at the Navy Yard (1530 7th St.) at 2 p.m. Call 740-5854.
WEDNESDAY 7/7 Fisher-Price Family Series is putting on classic family movies on the big screen all summer. Catch one at 11 a.m. at the Terrace Theatre, 1956 Maybank Highway. Tickets are $4 for adults and free for kids 11 and under. Call 762-4247 or visit terracetheater. org.
THURSDAY 7/8 In association with Pet Helpers, O’Brion’s Pub and Grille, 520 Folly Road, will host a dog-friendly happy hour 4-7 p.m. Call 795-0309.
Drink Up/Dine Out for the Gulf Coast
Drink Up/Dine Out for the Gulf Coast is a fundraising effort to boost the Greater New Orleans Foundation’s Oil Spill Fund, which disburses donations directly to fishermen/women in need. There are no real rules to this fundraiser; you can donate as little or as much as you want of your profits from a given menu item in July. Participating venues, so far, are Social Wine Bar, RevFoods (Monza, Closed for Business, both Taco Boy locations, and Poe’s), Moe’s Crosstown, Moe’s Downtown, Voodoo, Manny’s, Madra Rua, Blind Tiger and The Tattooed Moose E-mail keirawilliams@gmail. com or call 817-6684.
The man in black is all red, white and blue on July 4
BY MARGARET MCAVOY
Special to The Post and Courier
This Fourth of July, celebrate the holiday honoring one of America’s greatest country music legends, Johnny Cash. The Village Playhouse and Repertory Company is hosting a musical in tribute to Cash. Though not a play, “Red, White and Cash” will celebrate the events in Cash’s life while featuring more than two dozen hits that he
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WHAT: Red, White and Cash. WHEN: 7:30 p.m. July 2, 3, 9 and 10. Hamburgers and hotdogs will be on the grill at 6:30 and will be for sale; pre-show music starts at 7 p.m.. TICKETS: $25 general admission, $15 kids 12 and under. WHERE: Village Playhouse, 730 Coleman Blvd., Suite C, in the Brookgreen Town Center, Mount Pleasant. INFO: Visit www.villageplayhouse.com or call 856-1579.
made famous. Songs such as “I’ve Been Everywhere,” “Jackson,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Country Boy” and “Jack-
son” are to be played throughout the night. Michael Easler and Dusty Bryant will cover Johnny Cash in different stages of
“Sea to Shining Sea” and “America the Beautiful” also will be played throughout the evening. Village Playhouse Produchis life while Kathy Summer and Jenna Brinson take part ing Artistic Director, Keely Enright, talks about “Red, as well. White and Cash.” The performers will inQ: What can people excorporate the sounds of the Red, White and Cash Band. pect to see at the “Red, The band is made up of Jay White and Cash” event? A: A patriotic theme and a Urban (electric guitar), Trey family event. We are going Cooper (keyboard), Brian to have a big grill in front McCreight (drums), Bart of the playhouse with hamSaylor (banjo) and Robert burgers to take inside to Widlowski (bass). watch (the show). It’s defiPatriotic classics such as nitely inside and definitely “This Land is Your Land,”
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TTENTION TOURISTS: In Charleston it’s illegal to punch somebody in the face. You know, just throwing that out there in case that sort of thing is cool where you’re from. I say this because last week a 50-year-old Florida man was arrested for having an open container of beer in public. When confronted by the arresting officer, his defense, quite understandably, was: “I’m a visitor.” Because in Florida, you don’t have to obey the law if you’re from out of town. In light of this logical misunderstanding, I thought I’d take the time to share with would-be tourists and visitors some of the other laws we abide by here in Charleston, just to avoid any further confusion. For instance, in South Carolina it is illegal to ...
◗ Hijack a school bus. ◗ Rob a convenience store. ◗ Shoot your neighbor. ◗ Drink and drive.
◗ Embezzle money. ◗ Run a red light. ◗ Yell “Fire!” in a crowded
theater.
◗ Steal an automobile. ◗ Eat baby sea turtles. ◗ Swim naked in a public
pool.
◗ Traffic crack cocaine. ◗ Mail a pipe bomb. ◗ Say the phrase, “I wish
more people from Ohio knew about Charleston.”
But, if for some reason you accidentally slip up and find yourself breaking one of these obscure local laws, here are some lines (besides, “I’m a visitor”) that you can try on the police to smooth things over. Things like ...
“Officer, I just got my wisdom teeth taken out.” “Well, my parents said it was OK.” “I just assumed that ‘No Uturn’ sign was a joke.” “My buddy dared me to.” “Sorry. I have a sprained ankle.” “No hablo ingles.” “Well, excuse me! It’s not like I went to one of those Ivy leaf schools!” “Look, there weren’t any rooms left at the Holiday Inn Express.” Think about it this way, it could be way worse. At least in Charleston we don’t have any laws like this (NOTE: I did everything short of research to make sure these laws are indeed real) ...
a woman under anesthesia without a third party present. ◗ In Rumford, Maine, it is illegal for a tenant to bite his or her landlord. ◗ In the state of Georgia, you can’t change the clothes on a storefront mannequin unless the shades are drawn. ◗ In New Hampshire, it’s against the law to sell the clothes you’re wearing to pay off a gambling debt. All of this is exactly why I always vacation in the great state of Florida, where anything is legal. Except, ironically enough, drinking in public.
Bryce Donovan likes driving his car on the sidewalk ◗ In Alaska, if you come just as much as the next across a sleeping bear, you guy but doesn’t because he can shoot it but you can’t respects the law. Reach him wake it up for the purposes at 937-5938 or bdonovan@ of taking its picture. postandcourier.com. For ◗ In Corpus Christie, Texas, more Bryce, check out his it is illegal to raise alligators blog “The Bryce is Write” in your home. or follow him on Twitter at ◗ In West Virginia, a docwww.twitter.com/brycetor or a dentist can’t place donovan.
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he Girl Who Played with Fire” film has its U.S. release tomorrow. I’m dying to see it. It’s the second installment in Swedish author Stieg Larsson’s Millenium trilogy. Larsson died in 2004 before the books were published. The books have been translated into English and dominated bestseller lists. Wildly popular, the three books owned the third, fourth and fifth spots on USA Today’s Best Sellers list last week. The last book, “The Girl who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest,” was only made available in the U.S. about a month ago, and it topped the hardcover bestseller list last week. The series inspired a trilogy of Swedish films, which are being made available in the U.S. with subtitles. And, there is going to be an American remake of the movies (sigh...) set to be released starting in 2012. The series as a whole rocks.
stantly awesomely surprising. The three books – categorized crime thrillers- are incredibly detailed and suspenseful. The stories are complex, and at times very graphic and violent. But, because the stories consist of so many details and descriptions, they made for a ridiculously quick and It follows the dual leads and addicting read. My copies stories of investigative jour- of the book totaled more nalist Mikael Blomkvist and than 1900 pages, but I sped excessively private, comput- through the books in a total of just four days. er hacker Lisbeth Salander. I was a little hesitant to Throughout the three books – “The Girl With the watch the movies because I loved the books so much, Dragon Tattoo,” “The Girl Who Played with Fire,” and but now I’m committed to seeing the movie tomorrow “The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest” - Mikael and and the third movie, set to Lisbeth weave in and out of be in U.S. theaters this fall. The movies are also long each other’s lives and you and in Swedish with subquickly learn that diminutive Lisbeth is the real star of titles, but the first one, “The the show. Despite her small Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” moved pretty quickly. frame, Lisbeth is described Lisbeth and a couple other as tough as nails and deficharacters weren’t as I picant. Tattooed, pierced, and tured, but as a whole it was antisocial, Lisbeth is con-
great. The greatest loss in the first movie, which is available on DVD Tuesday, was the sheer amount of plot that had to be left out. But, I expected it. After all, even its two and a half hours, couldn’t squish in the 600+ pages of material. Unfortunately for me, it was one of the more graphic scenes I could have done without seeing (consider this your warning). Just thinking about the series gets me pumped for the second movie. Because the third story picked up on a crazy sequence of events ending the second, I’m already crossing my fingers for an earlier release date for the third. And, praying the American remake doesn’t ruin the awesomeness that is the Millennium trilogy. “The Girl Who Played with Fire” is scheduled to come to the The Terrace on James Island on July 16.
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n the jazz vernacular, a musician’s instrument is called his or her axe, like the tool with the wooden shaft and flared blade. I made a not-so-thorough search for the derivation of the term and came up empty. So, I have no idea where it came from. But my best guess is that it has something to do with the personal, improvisational aspects of jazz performance. While almost always played in a group format, jazz focuses on the individual in relation to the group - and especially on the soloist. (Think Jenkins Orphanage’s Jabbo Smith, Cheraw’s Dizzy Gillespie or New Orleans’ Louis Armstrong). A big sport, a competition among jazz soloists is the cutting contest, very popular in the early history of the music. Players would set out to “cut” one another as they alternated solos during a jam session. Although it was friendly competition, players were very serious about outdoing the next person. Winning’s biggest reward was the feeling of accomplishment and the appreciation of colleagues. There’s an apocryphal story of Jabbo once publicly cutting Louis, a seemingly invincible soloist over the entire course of his seven-decade career. So, I would bet Jabbo’s euphonium that hangs on the wall in the legendary Village Vanguard jazz club that the evolution of the word axe as one’s instrument grew out of those old cutting contests. Some of you know that I played trumpet once upon a time. I was pretty good, too. But the closest I came to cutting anyone was during a practice session of the Burke High School band back in 1961. It certainly wasn’t like a jazz bandstand but opportunities were there to outdo your peers. I’ll never forget it. Our band director, Melvin “Fess” Hodges had just distributed a new piece to put on our music stands for a sight-
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Germany’s Thomas Mueller, right, celebrates with his teammates Sami Khedira, center, and Jerome Boateng after scoring during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Germany and England at Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein, South Africa, on June 27. Germany won 4-1.
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clinking of glasses, a little white noise and some back“Is the U.S. finally going ground chatter tends to get World Cup mad?” read one my brain churning, but one headline for BBC World particular noise in the past News. few weeks has all but shut my It does seem that more brain down: that God-awful Americans than ever are “buzzing” sound that accomwatching soccer’s biggest panies the World Cup. event, due in no small part I understand that thouto the U.S. team’s success. sands of people blowing into (Despite a heartbreaking loss to Ghana this weekend). est sports movies ever made big yellow horns, or “vuvuzelas,” is some sort of South and that if Clemson was What I know about sports African tradition, but so are playing al-Qaida, he’d root you could fit into a thimble. So for a better perspective on for al-Qaida. So perhaps his my afternoon visits to AC’s, where I feel like I’ve been perspective is a bit skewed. America’s seeming growing working inside a beehive for Regardless, I would add interest in professional socthe better part of June. cer, I turned to my friend “Big that our own Charleston Apparently, I’m not the Battery soccer team has Ben” Criscitiello, co-host of only person annoyed by become one of the most the “Southern Sports Now” this, and I even tried staying popular local sports offerradio show, heard locally on ings in recent years, perhaps home to work one day last WSPO (99.3 FM and 1390 week, but it was no use. reflecting a larger trend AM), 3-6 p.m. weekdays. I not only missed the fanationwide of Americans Ben notes that this year’s miliar comfort of AC’s, but World Cup “had higher rat- finally embracing soccer. the relative silence of my Either way, Americans ings than the World Series have certainly embraced the house was even worse than and all of the NBA finals working in the beehive. World Cup. except game 7.” So while I give kudos to He believes, however, that Thumbs Down Americans embracing soc“soccer will never be an cer’s biggest event, I honestly ‘American’ sport because it’s As a freelance writer who never going to be a part of can’t stand to stay caged up can’t wait until the World our daily consciousness.” in my house, I like to spend Cup is over so I can get back “It’s like the Olympics,” my afternoons at AC’s Bar & to work, undisturbed. I’ve been known to get a Ben adds. Grill on King Street down“buzz” in AC’s on many Of course, this is the same town, enjoying lunch, gabtalk host who says that bing with friends and typing occasions, but this isn’t the same thing and it’s certainly “Bring it On” and “Space away. no party. Jam” are among the greatStrange as it sounds, the
reading run through. As was his practice, he used this device to challenge our technical proficiency abilities, an age-old aspect of musical instruction in the Lowcountry. Check this out. The title of the tune was “Riffin’ the Blues.” We were excited. We rarely played anything with such a hip monicker. Figuratively speaking, Fess, who was out of the Burke High School, Jenkins Orphanage, S.C. State. College music tradition, dangled it in front of us like an out-ofreach prize, an unreachable ripe fig on a tree. We were really excited. You could feel the energy in the band room from our anticipation.We loved to swing. Fess sweetened the deal and heightened the vibe by promising that if we could master this piece. It would be the finale in our upcoming concert, an annual musical rite of spring at the
old Charleston County Hall, the largest venue in town in 1961. We all looked at each other, licking our chops at the prospect of playing concert jazz dressed in semi- formal attire – boys in white dinner jackets, tux pants, bow ties and cummerbunds and girls in white gowns, pearls and pumps. That’s how we rolled for the spring concert. Sartorial splendor was an old Charleston trait, too, even for young musicians. So, Fess gave the downbeat and off we went. The challenge, as it always was with the first run through, was to see how long you could last against the other musicians. To see how many you could cut before losing your way and falling by the wayside yourself. That day, I was feelin’ it.I was in the zone. Time slowed down. The notes looked like big, black blobs, bursting onto my eyes off the page. I executed them all as they were written. And
I was playing them with my soul pouring out into the mouthpiece into my horn’s tubing and through my fingers onto the valves. I honestly think I levitated, my psyche was so in tune with the universe via my playing. Through this molasseslike, mellow mist, I could hear the other players dropping out. Measure after measure, I was gaining more momentum. Then, it was just me. I looked up at Fess and he was smiling and still conducting, even though nobody else was now playing. I heard him say, “Play it son! Play it son! I had won his approval, something we all always sought. My bandmates were smiling at me, too. Even though I had just cut their musical hearts out. Jack McCray, author of “Charleston Jazz,” can be reached at jackjmccray@aol. com.
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DIPT’s “socially conscious streetwear” Summer X collection draws from the Lowcountry and the Big Apple. Visit http://diptnyc.com.
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here’s a new streetwear collection that just popped up on my radar. Actually, it’d be more accurate to say it turned up in my inbox. When your editor suggests you write a column about something, you can’t really say no. But after reading the press release, I have to admit, it does sound pretty cool. DIPT NYC is a streetwear design company that recently unveiled its first collection of T-shirts, calling it “Summer X.” What makes the company relevant to this column is that the operators divide their time between New York and Charleston, drawing inspiration from both. This capsule collection consists of three graphic T-shirts that reference both the Big Apple and the Holy City. The press release mentions a focus on branding and distinctive logo work that will be “noticed for years to come.” All three designs were hand drawn and display attention to detail. DIPT NYC is a streetwear label that the company says
What’s especially admirable about the company is its dedication to being socially conscious. It acknowledges that it’s tough out there in the world today, but, “if we put aside our racial, ethnic and political differences we can become a very powerful force for the greater good.” Of the three T-shirts, the one I like best is the DIPT is socially conscious with Southern. It’s a white tee inspiration coming from with the words, “Sweeping individuality, originality and, interestingly, ice cream. the streets since 1980,” under the logo and a cute iceIt is not to be “defined by cream cone on the front. I’d a certain demographic or definitely wear that. race, on the contrary we There’s also the classic tee. bring forth cultures and A twist on the Newport cigraces together to form an undeniable revolution in the arettes “Pleasure” logo from the 1980s, the white tee has streets.” orange lettering with the The ice-cream factor was words, “For all to enjoy.” kind of puzzling to me, but Finally, the DIPT CR3W the press release mentioned tee is a nod to New York. how ice cream somehow There’s an apple graphic makes visits to the dentist with “NY” in the middle or doctor bearable for little kids. According to the com- and the slogan, “Everyone wants a bite.” The vibrant pany, “That’s what it feels colors are blue and orange. like to be DIPT in our garThe T-shirts are available ments. It’s a feel good type in men’s and women’s sizes of thing.” And this stateand retail for $24. They are ment, which I love: “If you dig it, cop it and rock it with available at www.diptnyc. com. respect.”
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Bipolar by the grace of God
rible disease? I needed my mind and now I was told I couldn’t control it without medication. I had plans to travel the mission’s field. I always wanted to go to Africa and help people. Now, I was damaged and unusable by BY DAWN LUPINEK God. What would I do? Special to The Post and It took me a while but I fiCourier nally realized, with the help rom what I can reDawn Lupinek of others, that my identity member, I lost my wasn’t in having bipolar Charleston. mind in 2004. disorder. My identity comes Well, I felt I just had to I remember driving down from who Christ made me. Rivers Avenue one evening. be there in case it hit, so I For some reason, he chose packed up my son and off Every time I went under for me to have bipolar disfor Charleston I went. a street light that came on, order. Meanwhile, I couldn’t conBecause I have this disorjust then I felt like God was approving whatever thought trol my thoughts or moods. der, I have been able to start I was spiraling out of cona Christ-centered support that was in my head at the trol. group at my church that has moment. He believed I helped numerous people should become a missionary. Later, I was diagnosed as having bipolar disorder type gain and keep stability, relyI packed up my son and 1. ing on Christ’s help. left for Texas for missionI was devastated. How We’ve helped those off ary training. I was there for could a God I loved so much their medication. We’ve two months when a hurrihelped those who are stuck cane might or might not hit curse me with such a hor-
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The Delta Spirit BY MATTHEW GODBEY
Special to The Post and Courier STIME DRE AM
Delta Spirit Tuesday at The Pour House
While Long Beach, Calif., might be better known for artists such as Sublime and Snoop Dogg, there is a buzz building behind an unlikely Americana group that also calls Long Beach home. Over the past five years, Delta Spirit has dropped the jaws of international audiences, peers and critics alike with a mixture of soul, Americana and indie-rock. Following the release of its 2006 debut, “I Think I’ve Found It,” Delta Spirit toured with Cold War Kids and Clap Your Hands Say Yeah. With its current album, “History From Below,” climbing up the U.S. Billboard charts, audiences can expect to see much more of Delta Spirit this year. The band’s clever use of its multi-instrumental members, eerie harmonizing breaks and spiritually charged lyrical content has helped Delta Spirit rise through the ranks of the thousands of bands with a similar style to be counted as one of the U.S.’s most promising young indie bands. Delta Spirit will perform Tuesday at The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hwy. with David Vendervelde and Romany Rye. Doors open at 8 p.m., show starts at 9:30. Tickets are $13 at the door or online at www.etix.com. Visit www.charlestonpourhouse.com or call 571-4343.
Soulgrass Rebellion Wednesday at The Pour House In less than a year’s time Asheville’s Soulgrass Rebellion has shown audiences that you can accomplish big things with the right cast of members and the perfect dose of musical influences. The group formed as somewhat of a side project for its three original members Silas Durocher, Chris Pyle and Jesse Gentry, all of whom were well-known area musicians at the time. Please see EVENTS, Page 15E
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he first Charleston Freak Ball will kick off July 9 at the Daily Dose, where an eclectic combination of talents will morph together. The Freak Ball will feature the Wondrous Temple of Boom, a collective of DJs, producers, visual artists, sound system engineers, glass blowers and crunksters, who are based out of Asheville. The Wondrous Temple of Boom regularly hosts some of the biggest sound-system bashes at regional burns and attracts big crowds for its events. DJs at The Freak Ball will include Selector Cleofus, Pericles, Galaxc Girl and Quetzatl. VJ Soup will be responsible for the visuals. John Perk, or “DJ Pericles,” is the man behind the creation of the Charleston Freak Ball, and talked with The Post and Courier about what it takes to be a freak. Q: What does it mean to be a freak? A: A freak is one who is radically
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When it comes down to it, this is my passion and my life. My intent is for my psychedelic music to take WHAT: The first Charleston people out of their body and into Freak Ball the unseen worlds as to help them WHEN: Friday, July 9 loosen their attachment to this WHERE: Daily Dose, 1622 artificial construct of a society we Highland Ave., James Island were all born into and become resTICKETS: $5 at the door onant with the eternal nature self. INFO: 225-3367 Q: How would you describe live electronic wizardry to a first-time listener? self-expressive, radically inclusive and who lives in a multidimension- A: Programs such as Ableton Live that are less than a decade old have al understanding of the universe provided new ways for modern and everything in it. A freak is perpetually evolving as shamans to interact with people’s metaphysical energy in incredibly an earthbound entity toward the deepest and highest consciousness. specific ways through the range of A freak is always pushing further frequencies as well as all production variables. and beyond, forever unraveling Live electronic wizardry is a form the ancient mysteries of the many for the modern shaman to conduct dimensions in which our electrohis or her ancient ritual. The elecmagnetic energy resides. Q: What was the inspiration be- tronic wizard creates, collects and organizes sonic potions in such a hind creating this event? A: I am hoping to liberate people. way that any and all combinations of frequency vibrations can be utiI want to help people born into the Western way of life to discover lized in the moment. their new inner self and find their Please see FREAK BALL, Page 15E way to nature.
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Improv music and movie nights Eye Level Art’s 103 Spring St. gallery is the setting for live performances and art shows. EYE LEVEL ART
Eye Level Art offers musicians a stage to play, ‘Boys of Summer Film Series’
In July ...
WHAT: Improv Music Night and Movie Night at Eye Level Art, 103 Spring St. MOVIE NIGHT: Every Tuesday: Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Tickets are $5. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the movie starts at dark. For the month’s line-up, see eyelevelart.com. IMPROV MUSIC: Every Wednesday: $5. Doors open at 8.
and then not playing enough with others,” Parrott says. “I want these nights to be a BY ELIZABETH BOWERS place where everyone can Special to The Post and come and play together, not Courier like a rehearsal. Maybe the his July, Eye Level Art is musicians can try out something they’re working on or starting two traditions: premiere a new song.” Improv Music Night on Ron Wiltrout, Lee Barbour, Tuesdays and Movie Night and Simon Harding have alon Wednesdays. ready signed on to jam. Adam Parrott, musician To follow up improvisaand ELA’s sound engineer, tional music on Tuesdays, wanted to create a venue ELA will show a movie on where musicians could get the back patio on Wednestogether with other musicians. This led to the creation days. “The Boys of Summer Film Series” grew from both of Improv Music Night. The idea was modeled after an artistic and marketing standpoint. The gallery war-era Milton’s Playhouse wanted to show movies such in New York City. And just as “His Girl Friday” and like Thelonious Monk and “Blazing Saddles” with iconic Charlie Parker did at Milactors Cary Grant and Gene ton’s, Parrott hopes all the local greats will come out to Wilder. Classically cute boys —and Eye Level Art. Willy Wonka— will always “As a freelance musician in the area, I end up playing attract the girls. And, basiwith a lot of the same people cally, girls draw more of a
crowd. “Girls don’t go out alone,” Parrott says. “And there’s always a guy following her, whether she knows it or not or wants it or not.” The cupcakes will attract the girls too. Sugar Bakeshop will have goodies on sale at the gallery throughout the night. “This is just a seed of what I want it to become,” Parrott says of the film lineup. “I eventually want to show something people can’t get on their own. Independent films. Something that makes people want to get together and be in the same space.” Of Improv Music Night, Parrott describes the outcome in a way that is applicable to movie night, the gallery and Charleston’s art scene in general: “It’s one of those things where you can put in two cents, and get out $10.”
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My long-term goals are to continue contributing my shamanic visions and truths through the wondrous outlet of live electronic wizardry and help people raise their vibrational frequency and consciousness, allowing them to have a fuller understanding of themselves and the universe.
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Frequencies relate directly to chakra energy centers of the metaphysical body. As an electronic wizard performs, he or she carefully reads the vibrations emanating from the dance floor and guides the dancers as the dancers guide
them. With so much direct control over every sonic element, there are literally infinite fractal variations of what could be. Q: What are your goals? A: My immediate goal is to finish the Landsquid album as well as my Pericles album, “Sri Gaja.”
The trio later added vocalist and guitarist Oso Rey to the lineup after Rey relocated from Southern California to Asheville. Rey’s reggae and roots-music influences made for a fitting integration into the trio’s bluegrass and folksy sound creating a sound that explores distinct characteristics from the Appalachians to the Caribbean and beyond. Together and separately, the group’s members have performed with such artists as No Doubt, Sublime, Galactic, Leftover Salmon and Jeff Coffin and now find themselves sharing the stage with Victor Wooten for a string of dates. Soulgrass Rebellion will perform Wednesday with Wooten at The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hwy. Doors open at 8 p.m., show stars at 9:30. Tickets are $22 in advance and are available at www.etix.com. Call 5714343 or visit www.charlestonpourhouse.com for more
information.
Drivin’ N’ Cryin’ Friday and Saturday at The Windjammer
Since getting its start 23 years ago, the Atlanta-based quartet Drivin’ N’ Cryin’ has been labeled everything from Southern Rock to country to even a jam band. But founder/singer/songwriter Kevn Kinney’s vision of the band has always been a garage band with an English blues tint. With more than 10 studio albums and thousands of shows under its belt, Drivin’ N’ Cryin’ has become a master of the live show and a pioneer of the now popular garage rock/country-tinged genre. Bands such as Drive-By Truckers and Ryan Adams have long wielded the band’s torch. Drivin’ N’ Cryin’ will perform a two-night set at The Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd., Friday and Saturday. The Heep will perform as
the opener Friday night while The Madison Square Gardeners will handle opening duties Saturday. Tickets for each show are $15 Advance, $20 day of the show and are available online at etix.com. Doors for this 21+ show open at 9 p.m.; showtime at 10. Visit thewindjammer.com for more information.
SmokeStack and the Foothill Fury Tuesday at Home Team BBQ
It’s somewhat of a romantic thing. A nomadic musician strolling from place to place with a beat-up guitar and an old pair of boots playing wherever and whenever. It’s something we all want in some way, shape or form. That’s exactly what the SmokeStack and the Foothill Fury project is. One man with one guitar and a kick drum exploring not only the geography of his land but also its music.
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Foxy Shazam FOXY SHAZAM (Sire)
Occasionally, I get a CD to review that causes me to stop whatever I’m doing and simply marvel at the music being made. The self-titled sophomore album by Cincinnati’s Foxy Shazam is one such CD. From the opening barks (yes, dog barks) of “Intro/Bombs Away” to over-the-top compositions such as “Wanna-Be Angel” and “Oh Lord,” the band seems to be channeling several different classic rock acts at once, including Queen, Aerosmith and Elton John. Singer Eric Nally obviously has an obsession with late Queen front man Freddie Mercury, and on every track seems to find the band playing to the point of exhaustion. It is possible that some listeners might find the consistently upbeat feel of every song a bit much, but for the rest of us, Foxy Shazam is the musical equivalent of a vitamin B-12 shot. KEY TRACKS: “Wanna-Be Angel.” “Unstoppable,” “Connect”
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The Roots HOW I GOT OVER
(Def Jam)
For years, The Roots were one of hiphop’s most underrated and underground major-label rap groups. Despite masterful albums such as “Illadelph Halflife” and “Things Fall Apart,” you really couldn’t call The Roots a mainstream act, and yet that has always seemed to work for ?uestlove and his cronies. Fast forward to a little over a year ago, when Jimmy Fallon replaced Conan O’Brien as host of “Late Night.” Fallon chose The Roots to be his house band. It is still the coolest thing that show has done so far. Apparently, having a steady day job hasn’t changed The Roots’ desire to record good music. On “How I Got Over,” the band deploys an impressive list of guest artists on an album that is solid from beginning to end. The Roots’ “Dear God 2.0” is really a reworking of Monsters of Folk’s song, “Dear God,” complete with a generous sample from the original. John Legend shows up twice, sampled on “Doin’ It Again” and sitting in with the band on “The Fire.” Other guests include Joanna Newsom, Phonte Coleman, Mercedes Martinez and Patty Crash. Hopefully, with the band’s visibility on late-night TV, this excellent collection of music will find widespread appeal. KEY TRACKS: “Walk Alone,” “Dear God 2.0,” “The Fire”
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Various Artists SOUL REVIVAL
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For anyone out there who thinks that the golden years of R&B music have long since passed, a new compilation from Shout!Factory and NPR would beg to differ. “Soul Revival,” the latest release in NPR’s “Discover Songs” series, presents 13 tracks by bands that might exist in today’s reality but whose musical hearts are stuck firmly in the days of classic ’60s Motown. Some names, such as Chaka Khan, Ann Peebles and Bettye LaVette, will be familiar to old-school R&B fans. But nonhipsters who have not yet experienced Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings, Raphael Saadiq, and Ryan Shaw might have a tough time believing these tracks were recorded in just the past few years. Shaw’s “Do the 45” is an update to Junior Walker’s “Shotgun,” while Saadiq’s “100 Yard Dash” sounds as if he is backed by The Funk Brothers. Whoever compiled this collection obviously has an ear for good contemporary R&B with a throwback sound. R&B fans can use “Soul Revival” as a doorway to all kinds of great new music. KEY TRACKS: “Do The 45,” “100 Yard Dash,” “100 Days, 100 Nights”
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Billy Squier DON’T SAY NO: 30TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
(Shout!Factory/Capitol)
Back in 1981, Billy Squier could basically do no wrong musically. The release of his second album, “Don’t Say No,” gave rock radio the hits “In The Dark,” “The Stroke,” “My Kinda Lover” and “Lonely is the Night” and elevated Squier to superstar status. In observance of the upcoming 30th anniversary of the release of “Don’t Say No,” this reissue features the complete album, as well as extras that include live recordings from last year of “My Kinda Lover” and “The Stroke,” as well as liner notes by rock journalist Ben Edmonds. Listening to this album, one might wonder why Squier didn’t sustain his stardom longer than the ’80s. One answer might be found by dialing up the music video for his 1984 hit “Rock Me Tonight” on YouTube. Seriously, you need to drop what you’re doing and go watch it. I’ll wait. Pretty disturbing, wasn’t it? Despite setbacks like that though, for a brief time three decades ago, Squier was a superstar. KEY TRACKS: “The Stroke,” “My Kinda Lover,” “Lonely is the Night”
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– By Devin Grant, Special to The Post and Courier
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ALLUETTE’S JAZZ CAFE: 137 Calhoun St. 737-0090. TonightSat: Oscar River Trio, 9:30 p.m.; Mon-Fri: Calvin Taylor, 11:30.Wed and Sun: Abe White, 4 p.m. AROMAS: 50 N. Market St. 7239588. Thurs: David Higgins Band, free, 8 p.m. Fri-Sat: Cotton Blue, 7 p.m. ART’S BAR AND GRILL: 413 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. 8493040. Tonight: Jeff Batman and Friends; Fri: Kurly Wolf; Sat: Fire Apes; Sun: Everett Bigbee; Mon: Open Mic; Tues: Danielle Howle; Wed: Farley’s Mustache. ATLANTICVILLE RESTAURANT AND WINES: 2063 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island. 883-9452. Tue: Annie Boxell. AWENDAW GREEN: 4879 Hwy 17, North Awendaw. 452-1642. Wed: , Free, 7 p.m. BANANA CABANA: 1130 Ocean Blvd., IOP. 886-4360. Tonight: Hunter Hill, 6 p.m.; Fri: Paul Jamison, 7 p.m.; Sat: David Higgins, noon; Sun: Lowcountry Jukebox noon, Skip Sullians, 6 p.m.; Mon: Jude Michaels, 6 p.m.; Tues: Mark Shuler, 6 p.m.; Wed: Hugh Price, 6 p.m.; Thurs: Jeff Houts, 6 p.m. BLIND TIGER PUB: 38 Broad St. 577-0088. Tonight: Porkchop, 9 p.m.; Fri: Sean Kelly, 9 p.m. BLU RESTAURANT & BAR: 1 Center St., Folly Beach. 588-6658. BOWEN’S ISLAND RESTAURANT: 1870 Bowen Islands Rd. Folly Island. 795-2757. Sat: Louie D Project w/ Ed Meyer, Smoky Weiner and The Hot Links, 8 p.m. $16-21. BUDDY ROES SHRIMP SHACK: 1528 Ben Sawyer Blvd. 388-5270. Tonight-Sat: Ronnie Johnson and Chris Clifton, 9 p.m.; Sun: Frank Royster, 8 p.m.; Wed: Jacob and Jason of Category 6 Band, 9 p.m. BUFFALO SOUTH: 1409 Folly Rd. 406-0888. Tonight: Team Trivia, 6 p.m. CHARLESTON GRILL: 224 King St. 577-4522. Tonight: Quentin Baxter Ensemble, 7 p.m.; Fri-Sat: Quentin Baxter Ensemble, 8 p.m.; Sun: Bob Williams Duo, 7 p.m.; Mon-Wed: Quentin Baxter Ensemble, 7 p.m. CITY LIGHTS COFFEE SHOP: 141 Market St. 853-7067. Wed: The Amazing Mittens, 6:30 p.m. THE CLUB AT MEYERS RD.: 216 Meyers Rd., Summerville.
The deadline for Night Life items is Tuesday at noon the week before the event or concert takes place. Items should be faxed to the newsroom at 937-5579 or e-mailed to clubs@postandcourier.com. Items submitted after the deadline will not be printed. For more information, call 937-5582. 875-4215. Tonight-Fri: Karaoke, 8 p.m. Sat: DJ and Karaoke, 8 p.m.; Thurs: Karaoke, 8 p.m. CLUB H2O: 8484 Dorchester Rd., North Charleston. 767-1426. Tonight: Country Dance Party, 9 p.m.; Fri-Sat: DJ Mike Mendoza, 9 p.m.; Thurs: Country Dance Party, 9 p.m . THE CRESCENT CONNECTION: 1910 E. Montague Ave., North Charleston. 528-0777. Fri-Sat: Abe White, 6 p.m.; Sun: Sunday Jazz Brunch, noon. CUOCO PAZZO: 1035 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. 971-9034. Wed, Fri-Sat: Riccardo sings Opera and Italian songs, 7 p.m. DAILY DOSE: 1622 Highland Ave., James Island. 795-1010. Tues: Reggae Bingo. DORCHESTER LANES: 10015 Dorchester Rd., Summerville. 3762200. Fri-Sat: Rip N Tear; Mon and Wed: Karaoke w/ Rocky ; Tues: Acoustics w/ Brandon and Taylor. DUNLEAVY’S PUB: 2213 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island. 883-9646. Sun: Carroll Brown, 8 p.m.; Tue: Carroll Brown w/ Bob Sachs and The Maniax, 7:30 p.m. EAST BAY MEETING HOUSE: 159 East Bay St. 723-3446. Mon: Monday Night Poetry and Open Mic, 8 p.m. EVO PIZZERIA: 1075 E. Montague Ave., North Charleston. 225-1796. Tonight: The Pulse Trio, 6:30 p.m. FIERY RON’S SULLIVAN’S ISLAND: 2209 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island. 883-3131. Tonight: Henry’s Attic w/ The Lost Highway, $5, 9:30 p.m.; Fri: JJ Callier and The Zydeco Knockout, $5, 10:30 p.m.; Sun: Delta Highway, $5, 10:30 p.m.; Mon; Delta Highway, $5, 10 p.m.; Wed: Nite Ramble, 8:30 p.m.; Thurs: Yankee Slickers, $5, 10 p.m. FIERY RON’S WEST ASHLEY: 1205 Ashley River Rd. 225-2278. Tonight: SC Broadcasters, 9:30 p.m.; Mon: Open Mic, 8 p.m.; Tues: Foothill Fury, 9:30 p.m.; Wed: Lowcountry Blues Club, 7 p.m.; Thurs: The Bushels, 9 p.m. FISH RESTAURANT: 442 King St. 722-3474. Tonight: Elise Testone, 7 p.m.; Fri: DJ Jaz, 10 p.m.; Sat: DJ Todd Cadley, 10 p.m. GENNARO’S RESTAURANTE: 8500 Dorchester Rd., North Charleston. 760-9875. Tonight: Gennaro’s Jazz Ensemble, 8:30 p.m. HALLS CHOPHOUSE: 434 King
St. 797-0090. Fri-Sat: Anthony Owens, 7 p.m.; Sun-Wed: Anthony Owens, 6:30 p.m. HALLIGAN’S RESTAURANT AND BAR: 3025 Ashley Towne Center, Suite 201. 225-4347. Tonight: Trivia and Karaoke, 8 p.m.; Fri: “First Friday” w/ Star 99.7. HENRY’S BAR & RESTAURANT: 54 N. Market St. 723-4363. Tues: Tidal Jive, 10 p.m. THE HARBOR GRILLE: 360 Concord St. 853-5752. Tonight: Paper Cut Massacre; Sat: Overdrive; Tue: Big Hit and the Baby Kit; Wed: DJ Argento. HIGH COTTON: 199 E. Bay St. 724-3815. Nightly 6 p.m. Tonight: James Slater and David Heywood; Fri-Sun: John Slate and Bill Aycock; Mon: Margaret Coleman and John Slate; Tues: Margaret Coleman and Wayne Davis; Wed: James Slater and David Heywood. JIMMY’S: 431 St. James Ave., Goose Creek. 553-8766. Tonight: Trick Knee, 8 p.m.; Fri: DJ; Sat: Groove Therapy, 9 p.m.; Tues: Chris Sullivan. KICKIN’ CHICKEN: 337 King St. 805-5020. Wed: Trivia, 10 p.m. KICKIN’ CHICKEN: 1175 Folly Rd., James Island. 225-6996. Wed: Trivia, 9 p.m. KICKIN’ CHICKEN: 1119 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. 881-8734. Tues: Trivia, 9 p.m.; Wed: Trivia, 9 p.m. KICKIN’ CHICKEN: 800 N. Main St., Summerville. 875-6998. Tonight: Karaoke, 9 p.m.; Wed: Trivia, 9 p.m. KICKIN’ CHICKEN: 1179 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., West Ashley 766-5292. Wed: Trivia, 9 p.m. KING STREET GRILLE: Fri: Patio Party, 6 p.m. KUDU COFFEE: 4 Vanderhorst St. 853-7186. Tonight: Sarah Bandy, 8 p.m.; Sat: Rachel Kate w/ Royal Tinfoil, Sarah Bandy and Megan Jean and KFB, 7 p.m. LALO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 1585 Central Ave., Summerville. 873-9988. Sat: Swamp Fox Karaoke, 8 p.m. LAZO’S: 11 Center St., Folly Beach. 633-0045 Sat: Skitch. LOCO JOE’S FOOD & SPIRITS: 1115 Miles Rd., Summerville. 8212946. Wed: Karaoke, 8 p.m. MAD RIVER BAR & GRILLE: 32 N. Market St. 723-0032. Tues: Trivia Tournament, 8 p.m. MANNY’S NEIGHBORHOOD
GRILLE: 1608 Old Towne Rd. 7633908. Wed. Ted Mckee, 6 p.m. MERCATO RESTAURANT: 102 N. Market St. 722-6393. Tonight: Ann Caldwell w/ LooseFit, 6 p.m.; Fri: Ann Caldwell, 8 p.m.; Sat: Gerald Gregory, 6 p.m., Robert Lewis Trio, 8 p.m.; Sun: Jordan Gravel, 6 p.m.; Mon: Leah Suarez Jazz Trio, 6 p.m.; Tues: The Frank Duvall Instrumental Jazz Trio, 6 p.m.; Wed: Cameron’s Trio, 6 p.m. MOJO’S CLUB AND CIGAR BAR: 945 Bacons Bridge Rd. 8755099. Mon: Shag. MORGAN CREEK GRILL: 80 41st Ave. IOP. 886-8980. Fri: Bil Krauss; Sat: Rene Russell w/ Gary Hewitt; Sun: Rene Russell w/ Gary Hewitt and Christy Starr; Tues: Rene Russell on Palmetto Breeze Cruise, 6 p.m. MUSIC FARM: 32 Ann St. 5776989. OASIS BAR AND GRILL: 778 Folly Rd., James Island. Fri: Jim Hoffman, Free, 5 p.m., Kill or Be Conquered w/ Jack Havoc and Dying to Bleed, $3, 9 p.m.; Sat: Tango, Free, 7 p.m.; Tues: Irish Session, Free, 8 p.m.; Wed: Blue Hole Quintet, 5:30 p.m., Karaoke, 9 p.m. O’MALLEY’S: 549 King St. 8055000. Tue: Trivia, 7 p.m. OSCAR’S RESTAURANT: 207 W. 5th North St., Summerville. 871-3800. Tonight: Trivia, 7 p.m. PALMETTO ALE HOUSE: 951 Folly Rd., James Island. 277-2410. Fri-Sat: John Cusatis, 8 p.m. PAUL’Z: 1739 Maybank Hwy., Charleston. 442-4480. Tonight: Joe Clarke Quartet, 7 p.m. PATRICK’S PUB: 1377 Ashley River Rd. 571-3435. Tonight: Karaoke, 9 p.m.; Sat: Drag Show. PENACHIOS FINE DINING & LOUNGE: 2447 Ashley River Rd. 402-9640. Thurs: Debbie Prine, 9 p.m. PLANET FOLLYWOOD: 32 Center St., Folly Beach. 588-7380. Sat: The Shakin’ Martinis, 8 p.m.; Sun: Kevin Church. POE’S TAVERN: 2210 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island. 883-0083. Tonight: Rotie Salley, 6 p.m. THE POUR HOUSE: 1977 Maybank Highway. 571-4343. Tonight: Futurebirds w/ The Speces & Co., $7, 9 p.m.; Fri: Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band, $12, 9 p.m.; Sat: Hipbones, Free, $5, Shrimp Records Presents: Michael Trent; Tues: Delta Spirit w/ David Vandervelde and Romany Rye, $13, 8 p.m.;
Wed: Oso Rey and Friends, Free, 5 p.m., Victor Wooten Band w/ Soulgrass Rebellion, $22, 8 p.m.; Thurs: All-In Entertainment Presents: Heartless Bastards w/ The Builders and The Butcher and Peter Wold Crier, $12-15, 9 p.m. RED DRUM GASTROPUB: 803 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. 8490313. Wed: Triple Lindy, 9 p.m. RITA’S: 2 Center St., Folly Beach. 633-5330. Tonight: Beetles on the Beach, 7:30 p.m. THE ROCK LOUNGE: 1662 Savannah Hwy. 225-2200. Fri: The Channels w/ Flood Empty Lakes and Allswell, 8 p.m.; Sat: Torture Town, 8 p.m.; Sun: 4th of July Beach Bash, 9 p.m. SAND DOLLAR: 7 Center St., Folly Beach. 588-9498. Fri-Sun: The Cool. SEEL’S OFF THE HOOK: 2213 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island, 8835030: Fri and Sat: DJ C.Nile, 10 p.m.; Wed: The Bushels, 7 p.m. SEE WEE: 4808 Hwy. 17 N, Awendaw. 928-3609. Fri: Cathy Livingston, 6 p.m.; Sat: Jef Wilson, 6 p.m. SODA WATER GRILL: 1960 Riviera Drive, Mt. Pleasant. 3880309. Sat: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m. Tues: Open Mic w/ Danny Wright, 7 p.m. SOUTHERN BREWERY AND SMOKEHOUSE: 161 East Bay St. 577-7188. Thurs: Salsa Night, 10 p.m.; Fri: Common Ground, 9:30 p.m. SPANKY BOTTOMS: 570 College Park Rd. 553-0834. Fri-Sat and Wed: Karaoke w/ Debbie Prine, 8 p.m. SUNFIRE GRILL & BISTRO: 1090 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. 7660223. Tonight: Calvin Taylor, 6 p.m.; Fri: Chris Tidestrom, 6 p.m.; Sun: Trivia, 8 p.m.; Mon: Singer and Songwriter Night, 8 p.m. SUNSET CAY YACHT CLUB: 109 9th St. West, Folly Beach. 5880001. Sun: The Shakin’ Martinis, 5:30 p.m. THE SWAMP FOX AT THE FRANCIS MARION HOTEL: 387 King St. 724-8888. Fri-Sat: Pianist Bill Howland 6 p.m. TATTOOED MOOSE: 1137 Morrison Dr. 277-2990. Sun: Jason and The Juggernauts, $3, 10 p.m.. THIRSTY TURTLE II: 1158 College Park Rd., Summerville. 8519828. Sun: Randy Pender or Mike Pifer, 8 p.m.; Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat: Karaoke, 9 p.m.; Tues: Shane
Clark or Mike Pifer. THROUGHBRED CLUB AT CHARLESTON PLACE: 224 King St. 722-4900. Today-Sat: Live piano, 1 p.m. Sun: Live piano, 5 p.m.; Mon-Wed: Live piano, 5 p.m. THE TIN ROOF: 1117 Magnolia Rd. 282-8988. Tonight: Lindsay Wojcik, 9 p.m.; Fri: Dante’s Camaro, 9 p.m. TOAST: 155 Meeting St. 5340043. Sat: Pianist Annie Boxell, 6 p.m. TOMMY CONDON’S: 160 Church St. 577-3818. Tonight-Sat: Steve Carroll and the Bograts; Wed, Sun: Fried Rainbow Trout. TRAYCE’S TOO NEIGHBORHOOD GRILLE & PUB: 2578 Ashley River Rd. 556-2378. Tonight: Trivia; Mon: Open Mic; Tues: Karaoke. VILLAGE TAVERN: 1055 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard. 884-6311. Sat: Stray Hounds, 9 p.m. Thurs: With His Blood, 9 p.m. VOODOO: 15 Magnolia Rd. 769-0228. Tues: “Summer Jazz Series,” Free, 9 p.m. WET WILLIE’S: 209 East Bay St. 853-5650. Mon: Metal Mondays. WILD WING DOWNTOWN: 6 N. Market St. 722-9464. Tonight: DJ Party; Fri: Soulfish; Sat: Tokyo Joe; Sun: Plane Jane; Mon: Rotie Acoustic; Tues: Team Trivia; Wed: Diesel Brothers; Thurs: DJ Dance Party. WILD WING MT. PLEASANT: 664 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. 971-9464. Tonight: Plane Jane; Fri: U-Phonik; Sat: Tricknee; Sun: Baby Hit and Baby Kit; Tues: Team Trivia; Wed: Jamisun; Thurs: Plan Jane. WILD WING NORTH CHARLESTON: 7618 Rivers Ave., North Charleston. 818-9464. Tonight: Ed Miller Karaoke; Fri: Plane Jane; Sat: Good Times; Sun: Matt Jordan w/ Fred of Tricknee; Mon: Team Trivia; Tues: The Diesel Brothers; Wed: Rotie and Morgan of Soulfish w/ DJ SLKT; Thurs: Ed Miller Karaoke THE WINDJAMMER: 1008 Ocean Blvd., IOP. 886-8596. Tonight: Heritage, $5, 9 p.m.; Fri: Drivin’ N Crying w/ The Heep, $15-20, 9 p.m.; Sat: Drivin’ N Crying w/ The Madison Square Gardeners, $15-20, 9 p.m.; Sun: The Bushels, 3 p.m., Playlist, $10, 9 p.m.; Tues-Wed: Donavon Frankenreiter w/ Miskhka, $15-20, 8 p.m.; Thurs: Bulletboys, $7, 9 p.m.
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Kudu is also known for its eclectic beer selection.
Live music is a big part of Kudu’s schedule these days. Bands play inside and out, in the courtyard.
PHOTOS PROVIDED BY JASON BELL
The Kudu redo
New ownership means subtle changes for popular coffee house
BY ELIZABETH BOWERS
Special to The Post and Courier
Kudu Barista Derrick Smith.
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ou know, it’s that coffee shop you remember only by its sign the first couple times. How you explain the place on Vanderhorst Street to your friends coming to meet you. “Kudu! It’s sign has the picture of Africa!” “Ku-what? Kufu?” “Kudu.” Eventually it sticks. You remember the coffee shop for its sizable patio off King Street, friendly staff, eclectic crowd and free Wi-Fi. The beloved local coffee shop has changed hands. Brothers Jason and Josh Bell have taken over for the previous owner, who moved back to South Africa. And I finally had to ask. “I feel kind of silly, but what exactly is a kudu? What does
upcoming music events All shows except Saturday’s show start at 8 p.m. in the Courtyard. If it rains, the shows will move inside. JULY 3 AT 7 P.M.: Sarah Bandy, Rachel Kate, Me-
it mean?” “It’s a big, African antelope,” Jason answered. “Oh! Well, now the sign makes sense!” They’ll keep the name, but plan on making changes slowly. “People really take ownership of their coffee shop,” Jason says. So they are taking it slowly. Making a place that was already good better. The North Carolina natives expanded the hours first. “We wanted to keep it open later. Really make it relaxed, an alternative night-life setting. We have
gan Jean & the KFB, The Royal Tinfoil JULY 8: Leah Suarez JULY 10: the V-Tones JULY 15: Chelsea Lynn Lebate JULY 17: Harrison Ray
a greater variety of beers. The guys at Charleston Beer Exchange were really a great help with that.” The new list includes more than 30 ales, IPAs and stouts. At the coffee shop’s happy hour 4-8 p.m., it’s a dollar off the prices. And $5 glasses of wine. The beer and wine selection is also great to enjoy during one of Kudu’s biweekly shows. Every Thursday and Friday night, the shop hosts a musician. “We’re trying to bring in locals who write their own music, that are tapping into
their creativity. We’ve had two acts from Asheville (N.C.), too.” They also are helping out the local business Normandy Farms. The $8.50 lunch special includes one of the artisan baker’s sandwiches, chips and coffee. Choices include dill tuna on rye, curry chicken salad and an Italian panini. They’ve changed coffee roasters, too. They are working on bettering what Kudu is really about: a caffeine buzz. “We get our beans from Krankie’s Coffee Roasters. They are out of Winston-Salem (N.C.). Every day there’s a single origin and a house blend. We’ve gotten great feedback.” So what’s next? “We want to develop the night more and more. Redo the inside. Make it nicer. And just keep improving the coffee.”
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July Fourth events scattered across the Lowcountry
S.C. Aquarium
minutes’ worth) will be shot from the deck of the Yorktown around 9:10 p.m. Change it up a bit this Fourth of July and come out 40 Patriots Point Road in to the S.C. Aquarium. There Mount Pleasant. Call 8842727. will be tasty barbecue and live entertainment for the entire family. The fireworks Cypress Gardens display from Patriots Point Wear your coconut bra will be visible in the sky and tops, Hawaiian shirts and reflect off Charleston Harhula skirts as you and the bor. There is limited seating family head out to Cypress at this event, and reservaGardens in Moncks Corner. tions are always a good idea. Celebrate the Fourth of July Tickets: Adults $55 (beer with family fun, music from and dinner included), $25 rock ’n’ roll to the sound of for children (2 and under ukuleles and Hawaiian pork free). Aquarium members barbecue 2-7 p.m. 3030 Cyget discounted pricing of press Gardens Road. Tick$45 for adults and $20 for ets: $10 adults. $5 children. children. Ages 5 and under free. Call Visit http://scaquarium. 553-0515 or visit www.cyorg. 100 Aquarium Wharf. pressgardens.info. Call 720-1990.
Patriots Point
Patriots Point Fourth of July Blast, which has been around for 14 years, has been ranked one of the top five Independence Day Celebrations by The New York Times. The event begins with discounted admission to the Patriots Point Museum 5-7 p.m., when guests can tour the aircraft carrier Yorktown, submarine Clamagore, Medal of Honor Museum, Vietnam Base Camp and Cold War Submarine Memorial. Stay the entire evening and enjoy family entertainment and food. Oh, the Lowcountry’s largest firework show (20
fireworks show. Riverfront Park, North Charleston. Visit northcharleston.org.
Woodlands Inn
In conjunction with the Summerville Downtown Restoration Enhancement and Management and the Summerville Community Orchestra, the Woodlands Inn will host an event 48:30 p.m. The Woodlands will feature a Enjoy South Carolina BBQ Buffet by Quelogy and other food stations, local retail booths, art displays and presentations and activities for children. The orchestra also will play a closing concert for the festival. A portion of ticket proceeds benefit local charities. $8/adults in advance, North Charleston $3/children 4-12 in advance, North Charleston will host $10/adults at door, $5 chila holiday event at Riverfront dren 4-12 at door. 125 Parsons Road. Call 875-2600 or Park for the entire family. visit www.woodlandsinn. This year’s celebration will include music performed by com. local favorites CoastRunner, Magnolia The Blue Dogs and Quiana Parler and Friends. Guest Plantation may bring lawn chairs and If you don’t want to celblankets. A variety of food ebrate July 4 without firevendors will be on-site. works, then get an early Children’s activities will be start — 8 a.m., to be exact available free of charge, including inflatable jump cas- — at Magnolia Plantation tles, games, a play area, giant and Gardens. Ten storytellsandbox and water fountain. ers will feature American Fireworks will be presented and Lowcountry history, highlighting how the garby Zambelli Fireworks and will launch over the Cooper dens have grown and how the nation has matured. Free River. The event starts at 3 admission will be offered to p.m. and will end after the
military families that day. In addition to the history lessons, visitors will be treated to free popcorn, snow cones and watermelons. The plantation is at 3550 Ashley River Road. Admission ranges from $5 to $9.50. Call 800-367-3517
BY MARGARET MCAVOY
Special to The Post and Courier
N
amed an “All-America City,” Charleston has a unique and significant history when it comes to independence. From the first settlements in Charles Towne to present-day Charleston, American pride seeps through the streets and fills the air around every corner. There are many ways to celebrate the birth of our nation. We have the freedom to celebrate however we wish, whether it’s participating in a parade, watching fireworks or simply enjoying the company of family and friends, the Fourth of July always marks a special time.
I’On Village From 6-9 p.m. July 4, head over to Westlake Amphitheater in the I’On neighborhood off Mathis Ferry Road in Mount Pleasant for Band Blast 2010. Food and drinks will be available. If you want to get an earlier start, a pa-
rade will start at 9:30 a.m. at I’On, featuring a salute on the square with patriotic activities and refreshments. Admission is free and everyone is encouraged to bring picnics, coolers, blankets, lawn chairs and tents. Visit www.iontrust. org or call Anne Register at 881-7541.
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‘This is My Perfect Day in Charleston’
LINDSAY HOLLER Musician, Lindsay Holler and the Western Polaroids 9:30-10 a.m.: Wake up, but not get up. 10-10:30 a.m.: Make coffee, drink coffee and watch CBS Sunday Morning (on my perfect summer day, this
BY REBEKAH BRADFORD
It’s official. Summer is here. Time to kick back. Take a moment to loosen that tie, kick off those heels. For a few glorious months, the words “parent/teacher conference” and “final exam” have absolutely no meaning. It’s the season for picnics, baseball games, amusement parks and fireworks. Enjoy the cold relief of a Popsicle, swing lazily in a hammock and take advantage of the long summer days. We asked some locals, including a few you might recognize, to describe their ideal summer day, and they did: from beaches to rooftop bars. Maybe you’ll get a few ideas for yours.
would be on). Noon-1:30 p.m.: Meet friends for brunch, maybe at the Tattooed Moose or the Fat Hen. 1:30-2 p.m.: Swing by the farmer’s market and pick up stuff for dinner. 2-4 p.m.: Go see a movie, maybe at the Terrace or the Citadel Mall IMAX Theatre. 5-7 p.m.: Cook dinner. 7-8 p.m.: Go for a walk. I live downtown and enjoy walking around the different neighborhoods. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.: Go play a show, maybe at the Tin Roof or the Pour House. 2 a.m.: Go to sleep.
JOE RILEY Mayor of Charleston 6 a.m.: Jog or walk at dawn. 7:30 a.m.: Breakfast at home. 8 a.m.: Walk with wife Charlotte up King Street to Marion Square to the Farmer’s Market. 11 a.m.: Meet sons and daughters-in-law and grandchildren, then lunch. 2:30 p.m.: Work in the yard. 7 p.m.: Go out to dinner with Charlotte.
KATY HOVIS Administrative assistant, enrollment management unit at Trident Tech
MAYOR RILEY’S PHOTO WAS TAKEN BY TRACY GLANTZ OF THE STATE. ALL OTHER PHOTOS WERE PROVIDED
9 a.m.: Wake up. Throw on my bathing suit. 9:30 a.m.: Stop in West Ashley Barnes & Noble for a venti double shot on ice and a blueberry muffin. 10 a.m.-noon: Park between 6th and 7th avenues on Folly Beach. Soak up some Vitamin D, look out at the ocean ... but not all day because it’s too hot for that. 2-4 p.m.: Back home to nap from sun/food coma ... and get ready for an evening out! 5-7 p.m.: Art Walk. Wander in an out of galleries in the Broad/East Bay area downtown with friends. Peek in at the renovated Dock Street Theatre on Church St. 7:30 p.m.: Head to the other side of the peninsula for a Riverdogs’ game. Grab a mystery beer and a hot dog. 10 p.m.: Stop in at the Tin Roof before calling it a night.
DEBI CHARD News Anchor at Channel 5 Midnight: Since the day officially begins at midnight, I a.m. just leaving work at the Live 5 newsroom. 1 a.m.: Arrive home, give the dogs a treat. 1:30 a.m.: Sleep if possible ... 9:30 a.m.: Make a giant cup of coffee. I have a huge confession to make. I am a java junkie. Ask my husband. Ask anyone in the newsroom. 10 a.m.: Head outside (coffee cup in hand). I love to start the mornings by watering the plants and flowers around the house. 11:15 a.m.: Walk to Pompion Hill Chapel. This is such a peaceful part of the Lowcountry. I love this quiet stretch along the east branch of the Cooper River. The French Huguenots made their homes here in the late 1660’s. I look for tiny bits of china and glass artifacts on a hill, remnants of the people who once lived here. 1 p.m.: Give the dogs a treat and jump in the car to drive to town. 2 p.m.: Walk into the vegetable market off East Bay Street. 3:15 p.m.: Head to Shem Creek for shrimp and ice. It’s so picturesque here. I take in the view and decide to make a few phone calls to friends and family and chat a while with Mom and Dad in Florida. 3:45 p.m.: Begin the drive home. Managing to beat the traffic on I-526 and Clements Ferry Road, I look for the wild turkeys that often walk long the side of the road. 5 p.m.: Start food prep. I can’t wait for my kids, their families and our friends to arrive. 6 p.m.: The house is filled with laughter and chatter and the sizzling smell of delectables on the grill. On this night, we will laugh and swap stories, building wonderful memories we’ll share for a lifetime. PETER BRADLEY Contractor 7 a.m.: Would love to sleep in later, but my dog has other ideas. 9 a.m.: Walk over to the Farmer’s Market in Marion Square. Wait in long line at the lemonade stand, but it’s totally worth it. Buy a bunch of wildflowers for my girl. 11 a.m.: Drive out to Sullivan’s Island and hit the beach for a few hours. 1 p.m.: Lunch at Poe’s. 2:30 p.m.: Back downtown. Stop by 52.5 for vinyl and Billy Reid for sharp threads. 4 p.m.: Afternoon movie at Hippodrome. 8 p.m.: Dinner with friends at Cru Cafe. 10 p.m.: Drinks at rooftop bar at Vendue Inn.
AUSTIN NELSON Attending grad school in New York in the fall 10:30 a.m. sharp: Roll of out bed. Head down to city hall for breakfast and coffee with Mayor Riley to discuss my idea of turning the municipal golf course into the world’s first 72 par mini-putting range. 11:30 a.m.: Bill Murray picks me up from the roof of city hall in his helicopter. Noon: After I “hold the wheel” so Bill can play Tiger Woods on his iPhone the whole flight, we arrive at Charleston National for 15 to 18 holes of golf. It should be noted that Bill was not playing Tiger Woods’ golf video game but actually playing Tiger Woods in scrabble over the Internet. 12:30 p.m.: Tea time. Bill likes to have tea before he golfs. 1 p.m.: Tee time. I keep Bill in stitches the entire rounds by saying “Cinderella boy” each time I tee off. I shoot a birdie and 17 X’s. 5:30 p.m.: I photograph January Jones out on Johns Island for V Magazine. She does not appreciate that I ignore her unless she calls me “Don.” 8:30 p.m.: The rest of the evening is spent visiting either FIG, Closed for Business, Wild Olive or Al Di La.
BETH BROWN ABLES English teacher at First Baptist School
ABBY MCCALLISTER Mom to three boys 8 a.m.: Husband surprises me with breakfast in bed and the news that the kids are spending the day with their grandparents. I actually have a free day! 9 a.m.: Walk the Ravenel Bridge with Jay-Z’s “Forever Young” blasting from my iPod. 11 a.m.: Stuart Lawrence squeezes me in, and I leave the salon with gorgeous color and a new haircut. 1:30 p.m.: Meet up with some girlfriends for lunch at Rue de Jean. Have the Nicoise salad. 3 p.m.: The pampering continues at Spa Adagio in the Francis Marion Hotel. Brows and nails done. 4 p.m.: Splurge on a pair of shoes at Bob Ellis. 6:30 p.m.: Back home. Husband tells me we have dinner reservations at one of my favorite restaurants, Pane e Vino. 10 p.m.: In bed.
8 a.m.: Wake up and bike down to Dixie Supply Bakery and Cafe. Order a breakfast special with scrambled eggs, bacon, a biscuit and their amazing grits. 8:45 a.m.: Stop in the King Street Starbucks for a quick hello and a foamy latte. 9 a.m.: Head to Marion Square Farmer’s Market. 10:15 a.m.: Pester Jonathan Sanchez in Blue Bicycle books. Pet the cat. 10:30 a.m.: Browse the ‘zine rack in 52.5 Records while my husband checks out the used CDs. 11 a.m.: Make a quick picnic lunch and head out to Sullivan’s Island for a couple hours of reading on the beach. 2 p.m.: Stop by Mount Pleasant Seafood for a pound of shrimp for dinner. 2:30 p.m.: Enjoy a treat from Sugar bakeshop. 3 p.m.: Call friends and invite them over for dinner on the porch. If this is truly an ideal day, the heat index would be below 105 degrees. 5 p.m.: Start cooking shrimp pasta with roasted tomatoes, squash and goat cheese. 6 p.m.: Friends arrive. 8 p.m.: Walk over to Eye Level Art for one of their outdoor movies or concerts. 11 p.m.: After-show dessert on the porch listening to wedding music filter over from the Wickliffe House.
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Italian restaurant breaks no new ground, but satisfies its patrons, and that’s a beautiful thing restaurant review CUISINE: Southern Italian CATEGORY: Neighborhood Favorite PHONE: 863-8552 LOCATION: 7671 Northwoods Blvd., North Charleston FOOD: ★★★ ATMOSPHERE: ★ SERVICE: ★★½ PRICE: $-$$ COSTS: Appetizers and soups $3.95-$9.95, salads $5.95$9.95, pastas $10.95-$12.95, entrees $12.95-$15.95, desserts $5.95, lunch $6.99, daily specials MP. VEGETARIAN OPTIONS: Yes BAR: Beer and wine HOURS: Lunch Monday-Friday 11:30-3 p.m.; dinner Monday-Thursday 5-10 p.m., Saturday 5-11 p.m., Sunday 5-9 p.m. DECIBEL LEVEL: Modest PARKING: Northwoods Pointe Shopping Center lot OTHER: Catering, takeout, one outdoor table, on Facebook, www.bellanapolirestaurant.net
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can eating experience. Little has been done to the interior to celebrate the beautiful region of Campania, home ella Napoli is rinata, reborn that to Naples and the Southern Italianis, in a strip mall location that American dining experience. Granted once sold noodles of another we have moved away from red-checked country — Vietnam. Yes, Pho Bac has tablecloths and raffia-covered Chianti moved out, and the foods of “beautiful bottles to define a Southern Italian Naples” have moved in. restaurant, but maybe some photos of Italian flags fly proudly from the the Bay of Naples, the city’s fruit and “mast” of the Bella Napoli. and white vegetable vendors, Vesuvius or even a lights wrap the simple structural pizza print would imprint Bella Napoli columns to illuminate your way into with a sense of its Italian soul. this restaurant that formerly was on The bar stretches on one long side Dorchester Road. of the restaurant: However, beer and The space once operated under an wine are the only alcoholic beverAsian culinary mantle, and the sushi ages available. The menu conforms to service bar is now adorned with an classic Neapolitan dishes. This is not assortment of silver objects. The floor a spot of reimagined classics such as plan is haphazard and the decor is Trattoria Lucca or Wild Olive. This is minimal. The 21st-century Rat Pack of where you will happily find spaghetti De Niro, Pacino and Scorsese are the and meatballs ($10.95), baked eggplant “poster boys” for the Italian-Ameri($11.95) and the Naples coastal classic,
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frutti di mare ($16.95). You will also find AP, that is, American portions, so order wisely or share those pasta dishes and salads. The antipasto misto ($9.95 layers prosciutto, salami, “supresata”, provolone, and mozzarella with olives, fresh basil, fragrant olive oil and giardiniera, the classic Italian condiment of pickled vegetables. This was a dish of freshness whose only fault I found was in the thickly sliced meats. The nonna in our family insisted that prosciutto be sliced so thinly that you could see “the veins on your hands.” The thicker cuts at Bella Napoli reminded me of deli prepacks. The house salad ($5.95) surprised with its sweet raspberry vinaigrette dressing — not so Italian. The greens, though, are fresh and crisp be they roPlease see FOOD, Page 23E
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Vickery’s downtown is no more. General Manager Geof Wisdom said a new location is in the works.
And in local restaurant news ... BY DEIDRE SCHIPANI The Post and Courier
Sizzle at Circa 1886
In addition to a $42 menu at Charleston restaurant Circa 1886 all month, Wentworth Mansion hosts its After 18 years, Vickery’s at annual Sizzling Southern 15 Beaufain St., Charleston Celebration on Sunday, feahas closed. turing classic Southern fare The Shem Creek location such as fried chicken, corn, will continue to operate. baked beans and RC Cola General Manager Geof Wis- cake with a modern twist dom said the 18-year-old from Circa 1886 Executive restaurant hasn’t suffered Chef Marc Collins. from the recession but needs The event, which begins to move closer to the city’s at 7:30 p.m. on the lawn of social center, which has Wentworth Mansion, serves gradually spread up the pen- classic libations and delicainsula. cies hot off the grill while The Beaufain Street resthe music of jazz soloist Mitaurant, tucked away one chael Meseck plays on. After block from King Street and dinner, guests head to the surrounded by a maze of mansion’s cupola, which ofone-way streets, could refers panoramic views of the open in a more visible loca- city, to watch Charleston’s tion by the end of the year. fireworks display. The cost is $70 per person, including a glass of chamBrewski pagne but excluding tax, at Wasabi-D.I. gratuity and additional bevThe Daniel Island location erages. For reservations, call of Wasabi Japanese Restau- 853-7828. rant will host a six course tasting menu with appropriate beers for each course As American as today. apple pie The cost is $48. Wasabi Daniel Island is at The Woodlands Inn at 194 Seven Farms Drive. 388- 125 Parsons Road, Sum8828, www.wasabi-di.com. merville, will celebrate the Fourth with barbecue, beer,
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maine or spring mix. Mussels and clams can be had with white sauce ($9.95) or marinara sauce ($8.95) and can easily be a meal. This is the time of year to try the Caprese salad ($8.95) and in this age of ante-upped Italian, we were surprised that classic bufala mozzarella was not part of this dish or at least a housemade mozzarella. The bread (homemade, according to our waiter) had
an herbaceous quality, but its spongy and soft texture was oft-putting. It is served with a ruddy colored oil for dipping, flavored with grated cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and dried herbs. The primi piatti or first plates are pastas of substantial size and heft. Lasagna with meat sauce ($10.95), fettuccine Alfredo with a rich topping of besciamella, cream and Sherry, cheese-filled ravioli ($10.95) and potato-based gnocchi ($10.95).
music, art and kid-friendly events. Tickets are available at the inn until Friday and at the door Sunday. Cost: $8 adults, $3 children. Tickets at the door are $10 adults, $5 children. The event runs 4-8:30 p.m. Just in time for you to enjoy the splendor in sky at the town’s fireworks display. 875-2600, www. woodlandsinn.com.
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Robert’s of Charleston has served its final meal, and chef-owner Robert Dickson brought down the house last week. But as the “old order changeth, giving place to new” the restaurant and stage that you knew as Robert’s will become the Gin Joint, a new restaurant birthed by MariElena and Joe Raya, daughter and sonin-law of Dickson. An opening date has not been set. The Gin Joint will open at 182 East Bay St.
Restaurant Week
Made popular during political conventions, Restaurant Weeks at one time priced their menus to correspond to the date of the calendar year. The concept caught the fancy of the dining-out public, and Restaurant Weeks have been embraced by cities across the
We shared an order of manicotti al forno ($10.95), and other than swimming in tomato sauce, found it light and pleasant. Half-portions of the pastas were not available at the time of this review. It might be a good idea for Bella Napoli to consider such portioning. Veal and chicken ($12.95$16.95) corner the menu market. The carne are a rib-eye ($15.95) served with salsa verde and sausage ($12.95) in a wine and butter sauce served with pasta.
ant 971-7777, www.tbonz. com.
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U.S. Look for special pricing, meal deals, multicourse dining experiences and value all in the name of dining out Sept. 8-19. Visit the Greater Charleston Restaurant Association’s website at www.greatercharlestonrestaurantassociation.com.
Mellow Mushroom sprouting Joshua Broome, Michael Shem-Tov and Johnny Hudgins, have signed a lease to expand Mellow Mushroom to West Ashley. The new Mellow Mushroom will be at 19 Magnolia Drive in the Old Ashley Theater. The owners expect to open in the new at the beginning of 2011.
smoked barbecue chicken quarters, pound of pulled smoked pork, pound of beef brisket, pint of pickled vegetables and pint of barbecue sauce — enough to feed a hungry crowd of 10-12 — call 973-4012, ext. 265 to reserve. The $50 packages will be available for pickup on Thursday and Friday.
Get out of the heat! Crave Kitchen and Cocktails will offer a three-course dinner for $17 plus tax and gratuity. The early bird menu is available 5-6:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Crave is at 1968 Riviera Drive, Mount Pleasant. 8841177, www.cravemtp.com.
Chef in the house Mark your It sure beats cooking! The calendars popular Artisan Meat Share
Local restaurant chain Sticky Fingers is launching its annual “Feast for Free” contest. Entry forms are available at the restaurants and online at www.stickyfingers.com. The winning entry will be selected Aug. 15, and that lucky ’cue-monger will receive a gift card worth $25 per day in food at Sticky Fingers until year’s end.
Barkin’ and quackin’ in West Ashley
Dog & Duck has found a new “blind” in West Ashley. This popular Mount Pleasant pub will open in the space once occupied by Bobby Hartin’s Sports Grill at 1124 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. 881-3056, www.dogandduckfamilypubs.com.
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Grill Pack developed by Cypress chef Craig Deihl now is available. To reserve your “share” of four all local beef burger patties, four house-made bratwurst, two
Liberty tap Room will begin lunch service in the fall. “Southern Food: The MovIt is open noon-until Satur- ie” is a joint venture with Joe days and Sundays. Liberty York and food writer John Tap Room is at 1028 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mount PleasPlease see CHEW, Page 24E
The pesce (fish) are shellfish — shrimp, clams, mussels with calamari added to the frutti di mare dish. Veal piccata ($15.95) was a tender flap of meat topped with capers, artichoke hearts, and a lemony wine sauce reduction. Its fault: served tepid. But that should not have surprised us as the methods of service seemed haphazard at best. As the evening progressed, our waiter struggled to keep up (and remember). The shrimp scampi
($15.95) were capably prepared in their sugo (sauce) of lemon, garlic, olive oil and butter. Both entrees suffered from the fact that the side of spaghetti had little opportunity to absorb the sauce. Much like salting potatoes after they have cooked, the pasta never benefited from being tossed in the sauce and brought up to temperature. Desserts are all $5.95. Tiramisu will serve your sweet-tooth well; cannoli shells are massed produced
but filled on site with a Sicilian seasoned ricotta cheese stuffing. The wine list is weak and could benefit from many of the food-friendly Italian wines. But Bella Napoli is a happy place. Former patrons are eager to rediscover this kitchen. Chef-owner Gary has been known to leave the kitchen and burst into arias to the delight of his many fans. And with the closing of Robert’s, he may have a new gig as the singing chef.
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T. Edge. And rumored to be starring in this bio-pic of Southern foodways? None other than chef Sean Brock of McCrady’s Restaurant.
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Middleton Place chef talks about sustainable seafood and his love of McDonald’s
Johnny Rockets will launch another outpost of the iconic burger and shake shack complete with vintage ’50s-style uniforms. JR will open at 4840 Tanger Outlet Blvd., North Charleston, July 19, and if the lines at the Minneapolis location
are an indicator, we have not lost our love for the quintessential flavors of hot burgers and cold shakes.
Beach blanket barbecue Home Team BBQ has launched Beach to Go Packs. So place your order and take your ’cue, sliders or wings to the beach. Home Team BBQ is at 2209 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island. To order, call 883-3131 or click www.HomeTeamBBQ.com. Sand optional.
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touch, but I’m far enough removed to not feel the pressure to follow trends. I feel like I can do my own thing out here and be true to my culinary values. I definitely feel like we’re putting out the same quality of food. I’ve put in my dues downtown, and now I’m able to focus on what I want to do. Q: What is your favorite culinary event of the year? A: I love doing Taste of Charleston just because it’s so fun, but I would put (Charleston) Wine + Food (Festival) right beside that. They do a wonderful job of getting this town national publicity. Q: What is your guilty pleasure food? A: Unfortunately, that would be a Double Quarter Pounder from McDonald’s. More often than not, I work here all day and then realize I haven’t eaten. It’s way too easy to pull into McDonald’s on my way home. It’s perfect.
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actually grow here at Middleton? WHAT: Middleton A: It changes with the seasons, but we are currently Place Restaurant. growing many varieties of icah Garrison WHERE: 4300 Ashley tomatoes, jalapenos, Japatook the role of River Road. nese eggplant, green beans, executive chef PHONE: 266-7477. okra, corn, blackberries, at Middleton WEB SITE: www.midblueberries and herbs. I love Place Restaudletonplace.org. being in the gardens. I saw rant in 2006 after cooking a huge hawk this morning at classic Lowcountry resand I’m constantly battling taurants such as Boone Hall portant it is to support the Plantation, Cypress and 82 livelihood of people who live with the crows. It’s a fun Queen. and fish in this country than challenge to be up close and These days, Garrison is to support local and domes- personal with Mother Nature. spending much of his time tic sustainable seafood. Q: How do you manage in the production gardens Q: Tell me about your the gardens as well as the at Middleton, trying to be commitment to local prorestaurant? as self-sustaining as posduce and seafood? A: It is a challenge, but sible. A: The new dinner menu He is a two-time winner just came out and is at least the credit has to go to my of the Sustainable Seafood 50 percent to 75 percent lo- staff. If I didn’t have a solid GM, sous chef, and front Initiative Award sponsored cal. And we are striving to and back of house staff, I by the South Carolina go even higher than that. Aquarium. That is why I am so commit- wouldn’t be able to leave this building and focus on what Q: Why is sustainable sea- ted to our gardens; there is is growing in our gardens. food so important to you? an advantage to being able Q: How connected do you A: I am a huge fan of the to plant what I want, when feel to rest of the dining Aquarium and the work that I want and then create the scene in Charleston? is done there through Memenus around that. A: I don’t feel that I’m so gan Westmeyer. There is no Q: What food that goes far removed that I’m out of better way to show how im- into the restaurant do you
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Luz’s Place BY ROB YOUNG
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“There’s an awesome, positive attitude among the employees here,” says Palmetto Ale House bartender Tony Ashcraft.
o my friend goes, “You ever been to Luz’s Place?” And so I sez back to him, “No way, Jose,” because his name’s Jose, and I’ve never been. Which is how I ended up last week at Luz’s Place, a Filipino-Asian-American mashup on Remount Road in North Charleston. The restaurant is named for the establishment’s matriarch, Luz, who was raised in the Philippine province of Pampanga. She’s lifted several of her homeland’s dishes, DENISE K. JAMES scattering her menu with such provisions as lumpia, freshly rolled Asian-style egg rolls; pancit, a thin rice noodle dish; and adobo pork and chicken, slowly cooked in soy sauce, vinegar and other seasonings. But there’s also typical lunch board stuff, ya know, Americanized lounge fare: grenadine. You have to drop cheeseburgers and hot dogs, the grenadine inside, instead BLTs, grilled-cheese sandwiches, chicken wings, popof shaking it, to get it right. corn shrimp, ham, bologna WHAT: Palmetto Ale Q: What’s the grossest thing you’ve been asked to and, yes, Spam club sandHouse wiches. make? WHERE: 951 Folly Road A: I just made a shaved PHONE: 277-2410 beaver yesterday. It was Grand Marnier, peach and cranberry juice and blue schnapps and Red Bull. I curacao. tried it myself — not good Q: What beer do your cus- at all! tomers love? Q: What’s your favorite A: That would be Stella summer cocktail? Artois — it’s been very A: Beer. Any kind. popular. But I would also Q: Have you had to cut suggest the Drifter. It’s sub- someone off? tly fruity without being A: Oh, yes, absolutely. I aloverpowering, and it’s good most had to do it last night. for summer. Q: How would you imQ: What shot are you an prove the nightlife of expert at making? Charleston? A: My pineapple upsideA: I think the cops can be down cake. I like it with a tad too strict sometimes, Malibu pineapple, vanilla but other than that, I think vodka, pineapple juice and it’s great.
Good service, good beer at Palmetto Ale House
ously bartended? A: I worked at Mallie’s Sports Bar, which is located in a suburb of Detroit (I’m already had ventured to originally from Michigan). the Palmetto Ale House It’s been featured on the a couple of times before show “Man v. Food,” for the meeting their bartender— enormous burger. once for a nightcap after Q: What’s the best thing a long workday, and then about working at Palmetto again to grab a quick bite. Ale House? The table service was A: Working with the speedy, and bartender Tony people. There’s an awesome, Ashcraft was friendly and positive attitude among the helpful. Stop in at the old employees here. Necter location on James IsQ: What’s the best thing land, and see what the fuss is to order off the menu? about. You’ll like what they A: It would have to be the did with the place. Cajun Chicken pasta. Give it a try. Q: How long have you Q: What’s your favorite been with Palmetto Ale off the Specialty Drinks House? menu? A: Since they opened this A: I love the Blue Hawailocation, May 10. ian. It’s Malibu banana, Q: Where had you previMalibu coconut, pineapple BY DENISE K. JAMES
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WHAT: Luz’s Place. WHERE: 1936 Remount Road, North Charleston. PHONE: 554-8181. WEBSITE: luzsplace.com.
Which, again, makes sense. Luz’s bar makes up almost half of the small restaurant, offering well drinks and a full spate of lottery tickets. The dining area, fixed with tables and vinyl booths, covers the other half, divided from the bar by a low partition bearing bamboo arrangements. Either section is conducive to sitting, smoking or sampling Filipino cooking, like the bistec dinner ($8.50), skirt steak cooked in lemon juice, soy sauce and grilled onions; fried bangus ($8.50), a broad-bodied, bony milkfish; or fish sarciado ($8.50), sauteed and topped with tomatoes, garlic and onions. Lunch combos ($8.75) offer sweet and sour pork or chicken, pepper steak, or chicken chow mein, along with bacon fried rice and a pair of egg rolls served with a molassesy, dipping sauce. So, there you have it — lumpia or lottery tickets. Name me another place where you can get both, and the next bangus is on me.
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‘The Twilight Saga: Eclipse’ Third film in popular series is the best yet
Kristen Stewart (left) and Robert Pattinson star in “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse.” KIMBERLEY FRENCH/MCT
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Taylor Lautner stars as Jacob in “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse.” KIMBERLEY FRENCH/MCT
he heightened tension of the love story — mixed with killer fight sequences — make “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse” the best film so far in the series. The film, based on Stephenie Meyer’s third book, works equally well as a love story and action film because of the first-rate work by director David Slade. The love story continues the fight for the affections of Bella (Kristen Stewart) by her vampire love Edward (Robert Pattinson) and hopeless suitor Jacob (Taylor Lautner). Slade manages to find time for all of the angles of this triangle to play out, culminating in a verbal showdown
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way magnifies the tension in both. Because there’s so much ★★★★ (of 5) going on in “Eclipse,” the DIRECTOR: David Slade film feels a little top heavy STARRING: Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner, Kristen with extra players. Bella’s Stewart, Bryce Dallas Howard, Dakota Fanning high school buddies — and RATED: PG-13 for violence, adult situations. even the feared Volturi — RUN TIME: 2 hours, 1 minute have only a few lines more WHAT DID YOU THINK?: Find this review than the background extras. at www.charlestonscene.com and offer Even with this small probyour opinion of the film. lem, Slade may have done too good a job. There are The director — with the between the guys. The mix two more films planned in help of screenwriter Melissa the series, but Slade plays of serious tone and light comedy makes the romance Rosenberg — balances the out the romantic triangle love story with well-staged interesting. and handles the threat to All of the scenes featuring action sequences from start Bella with such skill that Edward and Jacob work bet- to finish, including the final this could have served as a big showdown full of vamter than in the other films very pleasing finale. because Pattinson has such a pires and werewolves. MeyThe person who should strong handle on playing the er’s book loads most of the be worried is Bill Condon, moody Edward and Lautner action in the last third of the the director tapped for the has finally become comfort- book but Rosenberg sprintwo-part finale “Breaking able enough in his buff skin kles the action throughout. Dawn.” He’s got a real chalBouncing from the roas Jacob to be on an equal lenge to make movies as mance story to action this acting plane. good as “Eclipse.”
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hockingly inept even by the standards we’ve come to expect from a Happy Madison production, “Grown Ups” feels as if it were made without considering whether an audience would ever actually see it. It assaults us with an awkward mix of humor (which is rarely funny) and heart (which is never touching), but even more amateurishly, it features copious cutaways to characters laughing at each others’ jokes. For long stretches of time, Adam Sandler and Co. sit around a New England lake house goofing on each other, telling stories and reminiscing about old times. Given that these other characters are played by Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade and Rob Schneider, you would hope that some of the lines would work (from James and Rock, at least). One gets the distinct impression that these guys, four out of five of whom are “Saturday Night Live” alumni, improvised most of their insults and one-liners, and there just happened to be a camera or two rolling. (Sandler and Fred Wolf are credited with having writ-
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★ (of 5) DIRECTOR: Dennis Dugan. STARRING: Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade and Rob Schneider. RATED: PG-13 for crude material, including suggestive references, language and some male rear nudity. RUN TIME: 1 hour, 42 minutes. WHAT DID YOU THINK?: Find this review at www.charlestonscene.com and offer your opinion of the film.
ten the script.) But then Dennis Dugan, director of such ignominious Sandler films as “Happy Gilmore,” “You Don’t Mess With the Zohan” and “I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry,” incessantly cuts between them admiring each others’ zingers. This is not just alienating. It’s downright uncomfortable. The plot, which is essentially “The Big Chill” with jokes about flatulence and bunions, finds five childhood friends reuniting for the funeral of the basketball coach who led them to a championship in 1978. Lenny (Sandler) is now a big Hollywood agent who’s married to a fashion designer (Salma Hayek Pinault) with whom he has obnoxious, spoiled kids. Eric (James) is also married with kids; his wife (Maria Bello) still breastfeeds their 4-year-old son,
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THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO
THE KARATE KID
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Instead of four Vietnam vets, this updated version follows four Iraq War veterans, led by Liam Neeson as Hannibal, working to clear their names.
An adaptation of the book, this Swedish thriller focuses on a journalist and a young hacker.
THE A-TEAM
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Cinebarre: Today: 10:30, 1:35, 4:20, 7:15, 10 Fri-Thurs. July, 8: 10:25, 1:35, 4:20, 7:15, 10 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 11:40, 2:10, 4:35, 7:10, 9:50 James Island 8: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 1:15, 4:10, 7, 9:45 Palmetto Grande: Today-Sun: 11:20, 2:05, 4:50, 7:45, 10:40 Mon-Thurs. July, 8: 2:05, 4:50, 7:45, 10:40 Regal 18: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 11:05, 1:45, 4:25, 7:25, 10:10
EXIT THROUGH THE GIFT SHOP
★★★★
R
This documentary-style film tells the story of Thierry Guetta, a French immigrant living in Los Angeles, who is obsessed with street art.
Terrace: Today 2, 4, 7:10
In this updated version of the 1984 film, Dre has trouble adjusting to life in China until he meets, Mr. Han, a Kung Fu master.
Cinebarre: Today: 12:15, 3:40, 7, 10:05 Fri-Thurs. July, 8: 12:15, 3:40, 6:50, 10:05 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 11:45, 12:35, 2:30, 3:30, 5:20, 7, 8:30, 9:45 James Island 8: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 1, 4, 7:05, 10:05 Palmetto Grande: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 12:30, 3:50, 6:50, 9:50 Regal 18: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 12:45, 4:10, 7:15, 10:35
Terrace: Fri-Thurs. July, 8: 4:20, 7:10
GROWN UPS
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PG-13
Five best friends reunite after their old basketball coach dies.
KILLERS
Cinebarre: Today: 10:55, 1:55, 4:45, 7:40, 10:25 Fri-Thurs. July, 8: 10:55, 1:50, 4:45, 7:40, 10:30 Citadel 16: Fri-Thurs. July, 8: 11:40, 12:30, 1:55, 2:40, 4:10, 5, 6:45, 7:45, 9:15, 10 Hwy 21: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 10:35 James Island 8: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 1:35, 4:05, 7, 9:30 Palmetto Grande: Fri-Sun: 11:05, 12:10, 1:45, 2:50, 4:20, 5:15, 7:15, 7:50, 9:45, 10:20 Mon-Thurs. July, 8: 2:50, 4:20, 5:15, 7:15, 7:50, 9:45, 10:20 Regal 18: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 12:15, 12:35, 2:45, 3:05, 5:15, 5;40, 7:50, 8:10, 10:15, 10;45
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PG-13 Jen (Katherine Heigl) thinks she found the perfect man (Ashton Kutcher) until she finds out he is an assassin.
Cinebarre: Today: 10:50, 1:50, 4:25, 7:25, 9:55 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 11:35, 1:40, 3:45, 5:50, 7:55 Palmetto Grande: Today-Sun: 11:40, 2:20, 5:05, 7:35, 9:55 Mon-Thurs. July, 8: 2:20, 5:05, 7:35, 9:55
HARRY BROWN
★★★ R
In this British crime thriller, Harry (Michael Caine), a widowed Northern Ireland veteran Harry takes up violent methods to curb crime after a friend is murdered. Terrace: Today 1:50
*THE HUMAN CENTIPEDE NR A German doctor kidnaps three tourists and joins them surgically, mouth to anus, forming a “human centipede.” COURTESY GLEN WILSON/MCT
Aaron (Jonah Hill, left) and Aldous (Russell Brand) run from Aaron’s boss, Sergio (Sean Combs, background) in “Get Him to the Greek.”
IRON MAN 2
★★★★ PG-13
KNIGHT AND DAY
Cinebarre: Today: 1, 4, 7:35, 10:35 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 10 p.m.
PG-13
After confessing his identity, Tony Stark’s Iron Man comes under fire.
GET HIM TO THE GREEK
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R
A record company intern (Jonah Hill) is hired to deliver out-of-control British rock star Aldous Snow (Russell Brand) to a concert at L.A.’s Greek Theater.
Cinebarre: Today: 11, 1:40, 4:30, 7:20, 10:20 Fri-Thurs. July, 8: 11, 1:40, 4:30, 7:25, 10:20 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs, July, 8: 7:10, 9:50 James Island 8: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 1:45, 4:35, 7:20, 10 Palmetto Grande: Today-Sun: 11:22, 2:25, 4:55, 7:35, 10:15 Mon-Thurs. July, 8: 2:25, 4:55, 7:35, 10:15
THEATERS
FRANK MASI/COURTESY TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX/MCT
As the danger escalates during their global adventure, June Havens (Cameron Diaz, left) finds herself increasingly drawn to the mysterious Roy Miller (Tom Cruise) in “Knight and Day.”
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A wholesome woman gets involved with an international super spy and must flee the country with him.
JONAH HEX
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Cinebarre: Today: 10:45, 1:50, 4:40, 7:45, 10:25 Fri-Thurs. July, 8: 10:45, 1:45, 4:35, 7:45, 10:15 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 11:50, 12:50, 2:10, 3:20, 4:25, 5:40, 7:10, 8:10, 9:50 James Island 8: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 1:30, 4:15, 7:05, 9:45 Palmetto Grande: Today-Sun: 11:10, 11:50, 1:50, 2:45, 4:45, 5:20, 7:20, 7:55, 10:05, 10:35 Mon-Thurs. July, 8: 2:45, 4:45, 5:20, 7:20, 7:55, 10:05, 10:35 Regal 18: Today-Thurs. July, 8 11:25, 12:25, 2, 3:15, 4:35, 5:45, 7:10, 8:15, 10:05, 10:50
PG-13 In this film adaptation of the DC Comic, Josh Brolin plays Hex, a cynical bounty hunter who protects and avenges the innocent.
Cinebarre: Today: 10:40, 1:30, 4:35, 7:30, 9:45 Citadel 16: Today: 12:10, 2:10, 4:20, 7:20, 9:50 Palmetto Grande: Today: 3:50, 6:40, 9:20 Regal 18: Today-Sun: 12:05, 2:15, 4:25, 7:10, 9:35 Mon-Thurs. July, 8: , 4:25, 7:10, 9:35
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Azalea Square, 215 Azalea Square Blvd., Summerville, 821-8000 Cinebarre, 963 Houston-Northcutt Blvd., Mount Pleasant, 884-7885 Citadel Mall Stadium 16 with IMAX, 2072 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., 556-IMAX (4629) Highway 21 Drive In, Beaufort, 846-4500 James Island 8, Folly and Central Park Rd., 795-9499 Hippodrome, 360 Concord St., Suite 100, 724-9132 Cinemark Movies 8, 4488 Ladson Rd., Summerville, 873-1501 Palmetto Grande, U.S. 17 North, Mount Pleasant, 216-TOWN Regal Cinemas 18, 2401 Mall Drive, North Charleston, 529-1946 Terrace, 1956-D Maybank Hwy., 762-9494 Ivanhoe Cinema 4, Walterboro, 549-6400
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*THE SOUND OF MUSIC
*ONDINE
★★★
Terrace: Wed: 11 a.m.
PG-13
TOY STORY 3
In this lyrical modern fairy tale, an Irish fisherman (Colin Farrell) finds a beautiful woman in his nets who he believes to be a mermaid.
★★★★
PLEASE GIVE
Cinebarre: Today: 10:20, 1, 3:55, 6:55, 9:35 Fri-Thurs. July, 8: 10:20, 12:45, 3:55, 6:55, 9:35 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs. July, 1: 1, 3:10, 5:20, 8:30 Hwy 21: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 8:50 Palmetto Grande: Today-Sun: 11:30, 2, 4:40, 7:10, 9:40 Mon-Thurs. July, 8: 2, 4:40, 7:10, 9:40 Regal 18: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 11:50, 1:20, 2:20, 3:50, 4:50, 6:35, 7:30, 9, 10
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Woody, Buzz and the gang find themselves in a daycare as their owner Andy prepares for college.
Terrace: Fri-Sun: 1:45, 4:15, 7, 9:15 Mon-Thurs. July, 8: 1:45, 4:15, 7
★★★★ R
AP PHOTO/PARAMOUNT, ZADE ROSENTHAL
Noah Ringer plays the heroic Aang in a scene from “The Last Airbender.”
*THE LAST AIRBENDER N/A PG
A New York City couple (Amanda Peet and Oliver Platt) butt heads with the teenage girls who live in their building all while driving to run a business. Terrace: Fri-Sun: 1:20, 4, 6:55, 9 Mon-Thurs. July, 8: 1:20, 4, 6:55
TOY STORY 3 IN DISNEY DIGITAL 3D
Citadel 16: Today-Thurs. July, 8: noon, 2:10, 4:20, 7, 9:10 James Island 8: Today-Thurs. July, 8: noon, 2:25, 4:50, 7:15, 9:40 Palmetto Grande: Today-Sun: 11, noon, 1:30, 2:30, 4:10, 5:10, 6:40, 7:40, 9:10, 10:10 Mon-Thurs. July, 8: 2:30, 4:10, 5:10, 6:40, 7:40, 9:10, 10:10 Regal 18: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 12:20, 2:50, 5:20, 8:05, 10:35
ROBIN HOOD
★★
PG-13
Aang, a young successor to a long line of Avatars, must put his childhood ways aside to stop the Fire Nation from enslaving the Water, Earth and Air nations.
Cinebarre: Fri-Thurs. July, 8: 10:50, 1:50, 4:25, 7:20, 9:50 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 1, 3:10, 5:20, 7:35, 10 James Island 8: Today-Thurs. July, 8: noon, 2:30, 5, 7:30, 10 Palmetto Grande: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 12:10, 2:50, 5:20, 8:10, 10:40
THE LAST AIRBENDER IN 3D
Based on the Robin Hood legend, this version, directed by Ridley Scott, tells of an archer (Russell Crowe) who battles Norman invaders to become the legendary hero known as Robin Hood.
THE TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE
★★★★
Cinebarre: Today: 12:25, 3:40, 7:10, 10:15
PG-13
*THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW R
As a string of killings grips Seattle, Bella is forced to choose between her love for vampire Edward and her friendship with werewolf Jacob.
In this cult classic, a newly engaged couple (Susan Sarandon and Barry Bostwick) must pay a call to the bizarre Dr. Frank-N-Furter’s (Tim Curry) residence.
Cinebarre: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 10:30, 1:55, 4:40, 7:35, 10:25 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 11:30, noon, 2, 2:30, 4;30, 5, 7, 7:30, 9:30, 10 Hippodrome: Today: 2, 4:45, 7:30, COURTESY KIMBERLEY FRENCH/MCT 9:50 Fri-Sat: 2, 4:45, 7:30, 9:50 MonThurs. July, 8: 4:45, 7:20, 9:45 Dakota Fanning stars Hwy 21: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 8:50 in “The Twilight Saga: James Island 8: Today-Thurs. July, Eclipse.” 8: 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 10 Terrace: Today 2, 4:45, 7:30, 9:50 Palmetto Grande: Today-Sun: 10:15, 10:45, 11:15, 11:45, 12:40, 1:10, 1:40, 2:10, 3:30, 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, 6:30, 7, 7:30, 8, 9:30, 10, 10:30, 11, 11:30 Mon-Thurs. July, 8: 11:15, 11:45, 12:40, 1:10, 1:40, 2:10, 3:30, 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, 6:30, 7, 7:30, 8, 9:30, 10, 10:30, Regal 18: Today-Sun: 10:45, 11:15, 11:45, 12:40, 1:10, 1:40, 2:10, 2:40, 3:30, 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, 6:30, 7, 7:30, 8, 8:30, 9:30, 10, 10:30, 11 Mon-Thurs. July, 8: 11:15, 11:45, 12:40, 1:10, 1:40, 2:10, 2:40, 3:30, 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, 6:30, 7, 7:30, 8, 8:30, 9:30, 10, 10:30,
Terrace: Fri: 11 p.m.
Citadel 16: Today-Thurs. July, 8: noon, 2:20, 4:40, 7:10, 9:30 Palmetto Grande: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 11:30, 2, 4:40, 7:10, 9:40 Regal 18: Today-Thurs. July, 8: noon, 2:30, 5, 7:40, 10:25
SEX AND THE CITY 2
★★
LETTERS TO JULIET
R
★★ PG
A long-lost letter to Juliet of of ‘Romeo and Juliet’ is uncovered by an American woman (Amanda Seyfried) who answers it, setting off a romantic search through Italy.
Hwy 21: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 11:15
The women of HBO’s Sex and the City reprise their roles for the sequel. Look for the famous guest stars, including singing legends Liza Minnelli and Bette Midler. Cinebarre: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 12:30, 3:50, 7:05, 10:10 Citadel 16: Today: 7, 9:40
SHREK FOREVER AFTER
★★
MARMADUKE
PG
★★½ PG
In this film adaptation of Brad Anderson’s comic strip, Marmaduke, a Great Dane, and the Winslow family move from Kansas to California.
Citadel 16: Today: 11:45, 1:45, 3:45 James Island 8: Today: 2, 4:10, 7, 9:10 Palmetto Grande: Today: 4:10, 6:45, 9:15
In the final installment of the Shrek film series, Shrek signs a pact with the smooth-talking Rumpelstiltskin to enjoy one day as a real ogre again, but instead Shrek finds himself in an alternate version of Far Far Away, where Rumpelstiltskin is now king.
*VINCERE NR
Palmetto Grande: Today: 2:35, 4:55 7:15, 9:35
SHREK FOREVER AFTER REAL 3-D
The tragic story of Ida Dalser, the mistress of Italian Fascist leader, Benito Mussolini.
Citadel 16: Today-Thurs. July, 8: 11:40, 2:05, 4:10
Terrace: Fri-Thurs. July, 8: 1:30
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Abstract expressionist Localio finds his voice with ‘Cirque’
BY OLIVIA POOL
Special to The Post and Courier
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on Localio has spent time and been influenced by some of the major characters in the art world. “His work, though highly personal, has been undeniably influenced by the abstract expressionists Arshile Gorky, Mark Rothko and, most notably, Willem de Kooning, who singled out the artist in his early career and became a friend and mentor,” says Traci Magnus of The Real Estate Studio, where the artist’s works will be displayed. Localio has exhibited widely, and his works have been included in shows of works by Robert Motherwell, Stanley Boxer, Kenneth Noland and Ellsworth Kelly. All these artistic influences have helped Localio find his own “voice” in the art world, creating a very recognizable style. His newest collection of works, “Cirque: Collective Works of Don Localio,” will be on display July 1-Aug. 12 at The Real Estate Studio of Dunes Properties, 214 King St. There will be a reception at 6-9 p.m. Friday at the studio. For more information about the artist, visit www. donlocalio.com. The Real Estate Studio is the downtown office of Dunes Properties, a boutique real estate, vacation
rental and property management company serving the Charleston area since 1989. The studio supports Charleston’s art community by highlighting a new artist or organization every six weeks. It routinely hosts special events and receptions for area nonprofits
and artists. For more, call beautiful, intelligent, cul722-5618 or visit www.dune- tured and full of charm. sproperties.com. Another beating heart has been added to her Rolodex. Inspired by Painter Ginny VersteeLowcountry gen has fallen in love with Charleston. Her love is beCharleston is the epitome of a beautiful Southern belle ing expressed through a collection of paintings and who people just can’t help sketches inspired by the falling in love with. She’s
Lowcountry. Join in her celebration of the city 5-8 p.m. Friday at the Charleston Artist Guild Gallery as Versteegen is this month’s featured artist. To see more of her awardwinning paintings, visit www.ginnyversteegen.webs. com.
DON LOCALIO
“Cirque: Collective Works of Don Localio,” the artist’s newest collection, will be at The Real Estate Studio, 214 King St., through Aug. 12. A reception is 6-9 p.m. Friday at the studio.
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Village at the crossroads of Kiawah and Seabrook islands. Purchase local produce, honey, gourmet items, barbecue and live music. www.freshfieldsvillage.com. MARKET AT ROSEBANK FARMS: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Rosebank Farms, 4455 Betsy Kerrison Parkway, Johns Island. The farm will offer local produce, seafood, baked goods, flowers and more. 768-0508 or www. rosebankfarms.com. MOUNT PLEASANT FARMERS MARKET: 3:30 p.m.-dusk. Tuesdays through Oct. 19. Moultrie Middle School, 645 JULY 4TH AT MIDDLETON Coleman Blvd. Features local PLACE: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday- produce, flowers, baked goods, Sunday. Middleton Place, 4300 live music and more. 884-8517 Ashley River Road. $25 adults, or www.townofmountpleasant. $5 children 7-15. In honor of Ju- com. ly Fourth, Middleton Place will NORTH CHARLESTON host an American Revolution FARMERS MARKET: Noon-7 re-enactment camp, which will p.m. Thursdays through Oct. include cooking and military 28. Felix C. Davis Community tactical demonstration. Other Center, 4800 Park Place E., North activities will include grounds Charleston. Live music, local tours and readings of the Decproduce, arts and crafts, food laration of Independence. From and more. 740-5854 or www. Friday to Sunday, South Caronorthcharleston.org. lina residents will receive half SUMMERVILLE FARMERS off admission. Call 556-6020 or MARKET: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturvisit www.middletonplace.org. days through Nov. 20. 218 S. Main St. Purchase fresh produce, organic meat, baked goods and AWENDAW FARMERS MARmore. 871-6000. KET: 9 a.m.-noon. Second SatALTERNATIVE ENERGY FOurday of each month. Awendaw RUM: 7-8 p.m. third Wednesday Town Hall, 6971 Doar Road. The of each month. C of C Hollings market offers fresh produce and Science Center, Room 112, 58 seafood, activities and more. 928- Coming St. Free. Network at 3100 or www.awendawsc.org. Mellow Mushroom afterward. CHARLESTON FARMERS www.gogreencharleston.org. MARKET: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. SatART DISCOVERY WALKING urdays. Marion Square. Local TOURS: 10:30 a.m. Saturdays. vendors offer produce, plants, Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 baked goods and more. 724Meeting St. $20. 90-minute tour 7309. highlights historic sites that DANIEL ISLAND FARMERS have inspired artists for centuMARKET: 3-7 p.m. Thursdays ries. www.charlestonwalks.com through Sept. 30. Family Circle or 729-3420. Tennis Center, 161 Seven Farms “ART IN THE EVENING”: 7:30 Drive. Shop for local produce, p.m. Fridays. Charleston Market, herbs, flowers and crafts while Market Street. An art show and enjoying live music and food. sale accompanied by live music. www.daniel This week’s music will be providislandfarmersmarket.com. ed by Mountain Cove Bluegrass. FRESHFIELDS VILLAGE 937-0920. FARMERS AND ART MARKET: Please see CALENDAR, Page 32E 4-8 p.m. Mondays. Freshfields
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“The Griffin II” by Jura Bedic is on display at Charleston Grill.
Art adds new flavor to Charleston Grill BY MARGARET MCAVOY Special to The Post and Courier
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or Mickey Bakst, the general manager of the Charleston Grill, there has always been something more to eating out than just the taste of the food. For the entire dining experience, from the smells to the sights, Bakst says he always strives to create a memorable atmosphere. With the ambiance that Bakst seeks to create, The Charleston Grill now has a different flare. Covering walls of the restaurant are paintings by renowned local and national artists. Bakst worked in collaboration with the Charleston Fine Art Dealers Association and Helena Fox, the organization’s copresident. “We partnered up with
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Charleston Grill is at 224 King Street and can be reached at 5774522 for reservations or questions about the exhibition.
Mickey and the Charleston Grille to create something that really has never been done before,” Fox said. “It is a way to display all these fine artists’ work in one place. I don’t believe that 12 galleries have ever displayed work in one location because it takes a whole lot to put 12 galleries together. But Mickey was willing to do it. He was the one who came to us.” Bakst was the first to admit, it wasn’t he who did all the work. “It’s not as simple as ‘hey, lets put art on the walls.’
Putting this together was a long process. It took us about four months of work.” Bakst said. “We had to install all of the work and coordinate times and effort.” With the donations from CFADA member galleries and cooperation from a collaborative group, the final product is something that Fox calls fantastic. Not only does the Charleston Grill’s food appeal to taste buds, the artwork by artists such as Stephen Chesley, Manning Williams, Robert Lange, Shannon Smith are sure to please the eyes. “At 5 p.m., we close our doors; at 5 he opens his,” Fox said. “It’s a wonderful way for artists to display their work. And it’s another venue to show off Charleston’s fine art.” Bakst noted three paint-
ings have already sold and he expects the results to continue to grow. “I happen to believe we as a community have the responsibility to promote the artists here. We have to do that for the growth of the art in Charleston. We need to help create a bigger vision,” Bakst said. So far, the Charleston Grill and the Charleston Fine Art Dealers Association have done exactly that. “I walk through the restaurant every night and I look around at this tremendous art and it is just pure joy.” The special art installation will be on display with no set date of removal. “Charleston has always been known for great food and fantastic artwork. This came out beautifully,” Fox said. “I think it’s a great example of what can be created in collaborative effort.”
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ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOWS: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. First Saturday of each month through October. Tea Farm Cottage, 808 N. Cedar St., Summerville. Free. Enjoy monthly shows that feature merchandise from 30-50 vendors, as well as food and music. 871-1113. BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES: 7-8 p.m. Thursdays. Ballroom Dance Club of Charleston, 1632 Ashley Hall Road. $30 per month. Taught by Steven Duane. 557-7690. BALLROOM DANCE PARTIES: Every weekend (except holidays). Creative Spark Center for the Arts, 757 Long Point Road, Mount Pleasant. $10 (may increase for theme or dinner parties). Adult ballroom dance party with group lessons beforehand. 881-3780. BEGINNER SHAG LESSONS: 8:15 p.m. Mondays. Arthur Murray Dance Studio, 1706 Old Towne Road. $10 per class. 5712183 or www.arthurmurraychs. com. BRIDGE LESSONS: 3-5 p.m. Mondays. Bridge Center, 1740 Ashley River Road. $130 for 11 beginner sessions. 556-4145. BOOK LOVERS GROUP: 7-9 p.m. third Friday of every month. Dreamalot Books, 123-B S. Goose Creek Blvd. Come with a book and a snack. 572-4188. “CAROLINA GOLD” EXHIBIT: Through Aug. 30. Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Road. The plantation presents “Carolina Gold: From Rice to Riches,” an exhibit highlighting the work of various goldsmiths and miniaturists. 556-6020 or www. middletonplace.org. CAROLINA SHAG WORKSHOPS: Saturdays. Trudy’s School of Dance, 830 Folly Road, James Island. $25 for two-hour lessons. For students at any level. Registration required. 7958250. CELTIC FIDDLE CLASSES: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Na Fidleiri and the Taylor Music Group will conduct preparatory classes. 819-6961. CHARLESTON CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLE: 7 p.m. Second Tuesday of each month. Ryan’s restaurant, 829 St. Andrews Blvd. jeannescla@aol.com. CHARLESTON MUSIC CLUB: Free music programs through May. 795-7842 or www.charles-
tonmusicclub.org. CHARLESTON POETRY SERIES: 7 p.m. Fourth Tuesday of each month. Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting St. 577-6400. CHOPSTICKS: 3-5 p.m. Fridays. Charleston County Main Library, 68 Calhoun St. All ages. Light classical music and favorite children’s songs while kids color with friends. 805-6930. CHORUS REHEARSALS: 3:30-5 p.m. Tuesdays. Franke at Seaside, 1885 Rifle Range Road, Mount Pleasant. The Franke Chorus invites men and women to join. 654-5973, 881-1158 or 881-9691. CHRISTOPHER’S READING ROOM: 4-4:30 p.m. Thursdays. Johns Island Library, 3531 Maybank Highway. Grades 6-12. Earn one Johns Island Library dollar for each session. 559-1945. “CIRQUE” EXHIBIT: Through Aug. 12. The Real Estate Studio, 214 King St. Abstract artist Don Localio will display a collection titled “Cirque: Collective Works of Don Localio.” An opening reception will be 6-9 p.m. Friday. 722-5618. “COMMON GROUND-SOLID GROUND”: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Marion Square. Join the Grassroots Call to Action Group for nonpartisan open discussion. 810-0088 or www.grassrootschange.ning.com. “CONTEMPORARY CHARLESTON 2010”: Through July 3. City Gallery at Waterfront Park, 34 Prioleau St. Visual artists and poets will team up to create inspired works of art. The exhibit was part of Piccolo Spoleto. An artist lecture by Max Miller and Benjamin Hollingsworth will take place July 3. 958-6484. CRICKET PRESS EXHIBIT: Through mid-July. 16 Penny Gallery at 52.5 Records, 561 King St. The gallery presents a collection of screen prints from the Kentucky-based Cricket Press. An opening event will be 6-8 p.m. June 24. 722-3525. CYPRESS SWAMP TOURS: 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Middleton Place Outdoor Center, 4300 Ashley River Road. $55-$65. 266-7492 or www.middletonplace.org. DANGEROUS BOOK CLUB: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Charleston County Main Library, 68 Calhoun St. Explore something new every week from “The Dangerous Book for Boys.”
805-6930. DANGEROUS BOYS CLUB: 7:30 p.m. first Friday of each month. Barnes & Noble, 1716 Towne Centre Way, Mount Pleasant. Community leaders will host meetings based on activities from “The Dangerous Book for Boys.” 216-9756. “DARWIN ON EVOLUTION”: Through August. Karpeles Manuscript Museum, 68 Spring St. The museum will host a collection of documents written by Charles Darwin, including original manuscript pages from “On the Origin of Species.” 853-4651. DRAYTON HALL FREE ADMISSION: Through Sept. 6, Drayton Hall will offer complimentary admission to members of the military, firefighters, police and EMS. 769-2603 or www. draytonhall.org. EARLY MORNING BIRD WALKS: 8:30 a.m.-noon. Wednesdays and Saturdays. Caw Caw Interpretive Center, 5200 Savannah Highway, Ravenel. $5, Gold Pass members free. Preregistration encouraged, but walk-ins welcome. 795-4386 or www.ccprc.com. EAST COOPER COFFEE CLUB: 10 a.m. Fourth Wednesday of each month. Franke at Seaside, 1885 Rifle Range Road, Mount Pleasant. Bring a mug and enjoy presentations by different speakers. Refreshments will be provided. 856-2166. EDISTO ISLAND ART GUILD SHOW: 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays through Sept. 4. Edisto Island Museum, 8123 Chisolm Plantation Road. More than 20 local artists will have their artwork on display. 869-1954. FOLLY BEACH BLUEGRASS SOCIETY: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays. The Kitchen, 11 Center St. Bring an instrument and participate in an open jam. 345-1678. FREE FRIDAY WINE TASTINGS: 3-6 p.m. Fridays. Lowcountry Wine and Spirits, 3642 Savannah Highway, Suite 140, Johns Island. 769-2722. FREE SHAG LESSONS: 7:30 p.m. Mondays. Mojo’s, 975 Bacons Bridge Road, Summerville. 214-0242. THE GATHERING BOOK GROUP: 7 p.m. Last Thursday of each month. Barnes & Noble, 1716 Towne Centre Way, Mount Pleasant. 216-9756. GRASSROOTS CALL TO ACTION: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Fort Johnson Cafe and Coffee,
1014 Fort Johnson Road, James Island. 810-0088 or grassrootscalltoaction@gmail.com. “JAPANESE BATH” EXHIBIT: Charleston Center for Photography, 654 King St. The center will host “The Way of the Japanese Bath,” a collection by travel photographer Mark Edward Harris. 720-3105 or www.ccforp.org. “LET’S DISCUSS IT” BOOK GROUP: 10 a.m. Third Friday of each month. Mount Pleasant Regional Library, 1133 Mathis Ferry Road. New members welcome. shgalos@juno.com. LOWCOUNTRY BACKPACKERS CLUB: 7-8:30 p.m. second Thursday of each month. Collins Park Clubhouse, 4115 Fellowship Road, North Charleston. “MODERN MASTERS”: Through Aug. 22. Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 Meeting St. The museum will host “Modern Masters From the Ferguson Collection,” which will include work by Picasso, Christo, Willem de Kooning and others. 722-2706 or www.gibbesmuseum.org. MUSEUM, MUSIC AND MORE!: Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry, 25 Ann St. Ages 5-12. $8 members, $10 nonmembers. Get children involved in performing arts through interactive experiences. 853-8962 or www.explorecml.org. OPEN STUDIO: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Last Tuesday of each month. The Meeting Place, 1077 E. Montague Ave., North Charleston. Free. Each class will be taught by professional artists. 745-1087. PARENT/CHILD BALLROOM CLASSES: 6:30-7 p.m. Thursdays. G.M. Darby Building, 302 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant. $30 residents, $37 nonresidents. Parents and youths ages 5-9 will learn basic ballroom dance steps. 8492061 or www.townofmountpleasant.com. POP ART EXHIBIT: July 9-31. SCOOP Studios, 571/2 Broad St. Philadelphia pop artist John Stango will display a collection of his work, which often celebrates Americana. An art opening will be held from 5-8 p.m. on July 9. 577-3292 or www. scoopcontemporary.com. POSTPARTUM SUPPORT GROUP: 6:30-8 p.m. First and third Thursdays of each month. Church of the Holy Cross, 299 Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Island. Psychologist Risa MasonCohen leads a support group.
769-0444. PRESERVATION TECH TOURS: 8:30-10:30 a.m. First Saturday of each month. Drayton Hall, 3380 Ashley River Road. $20 members, $25 nonmembers. Tours will showcase the technical aspects of the plantation’s preservation efforts, design, architecture and more. 769-2638 or www.draytonhall.org. REVOLUTIONARY WAR TOURS: Tours begin at 4 p.m. on Thursdays during July. The Heyward-Washington House, 87 Church St. $10 adults, $5 children. The Charleston Museum will celebrate the country’s independence with tours focusing on the significance of the Heyward-Washington House during the Revolutionary War. 722-2996 or www.charlestonmuseum.org. SALSA DANCE LESSONS: 6:45 and 7:30 p.m. Mondays. Arthur Murray Dance Studio, 1706 Old Towne Road. $10 per class. Beginner and advanced lessons. 571-2183 or www.arthurmurraychs.com. SALSA NIGHT AT SOUTHEND BREWERY: 10 p.m. Thursdays at Southend Brewery, 161 East Bay St. $4 cover. DJ Luigi mixes live. 853-4677. SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE LESSONS: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays. Felix C. Davis Community Center, 4800 Park Circle, North Charleston. Free. No partner needed. 810-7797. SEA TURTLE HOSPITAL TOURS: 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays-Sundays. S.C. Aquarium, 100 Aquarium Wharf. $8 ages 2-11, $16 adults, $14 ages 62 and older. Reservations recommended. 577-3474. SQUARE DANCE CLASS: 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Felix C. Davis Community Center, 4800 Park Circle, North Charleston. 5523630. SUMMERVILLE WRITERS GUILD: 6:30 p.m. Last Monday of each month. Perkins Restaurant, 1700 Old Trolley Road, Summerville. 871-7824. SUMMER WINE STROLLS: 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesdays. Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Road. $10. Enjoy wine in the plantation’s gardens. 266-7477 or www.middletonplace.org. TANGO LESSONS: 7-8 p.m. beginners class; 8-9 p.m. practice. Tuesdays. MUSC Wellness Center, 45 Courtenay Drive. Free. 345-4930.
WATER AEROBICS: 7:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through Sept. 3. Charleston Jewish Community Center, 1645 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd. $35-$45 per week, $125-$160 per month. Get in shape with instructor Marian Greely. 571-6565 or www.charlestonjcc.org. WEST ASHLEY DEMOCRATS’ MEETINGS: 6:30-8 p.m. second Monday of each month, Bluerose Cafe, 652 St. Andrews Blvd.; 8-9:30 a.m. third Saturday of each month, Ryan’s restaurant, 829 St. Andrews Blvd. 5764543. WHIZ KIDS: 3:30 p.m. Thursdays. Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry, 25 Ann St. $5 per child/$25 per month. An afterschool science program taught by Laura Buschman. 853-8962, ext. 221. ZEN MEDITATION: 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Cheri Huber will lead the class, which will focus on meditation and discussion. Call 224-2468.
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WEB SITE LAUNCH PARTY: 5-7 p.m. Blue Bicycle Books, 420 King St. Local author Jason Deierlein will celebrate the launch of his new website and will give away copies of his book, “Return From a Comatose Mind” to the first 50 guests. An after-party will follow at Halls Chophouse. 803-422-6753.
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FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK: 5-8 p.m. Broad St. The Broad Street Merchants Association will host the monthly Gallery Row First Friday Art Walk. Refreshments, fine art, jewelry, pottery, sculpture and more at various galleries, boutiques and bodegas along Broad Street. 722-1944 or www.charlestongalleryrow.com. MUSIC ON THE GREEN: 6-9 p.m. Freshfields Village Green at the crossroads of Kiawah and Seabrook islands. Free. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy music by The Coconut Grove Band. www.freshfieldsvillage. com.
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FESTIVAL IN THE PARK: 2 p.m.-dusk. Old Santee Canal Park, 900 Stony Landing Road, Moncks Corner. Guests will enjoy a classic car show, live
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CALENDAR From Page 32E music and entertainment, food, crafters, an art show, fireworks and more during this event sponsored by Moncks Corner and the Berkeley County YMCA. 761-9622. JULY 4TH CELEBRATION: 5-8 p.m. N. Main St. and W. Richardson Ave., Summerville. Free admission. Celebrate the Fourth of July during the annual Red, White and Blue on the Green event, which will feature live music by the Bad Moon Band, jump castles, games, a parade and more. The event is sponsored by Summerville DREAM 821-7260 or www.summervilledream.org.
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NORTH CHARLESTON JULY
4TH EVENT: 3-9 p.m. North Charleston Riverfront Park, Everglades Drive. Free. The annual July 4th celebration will feature concerts by Quiana Parler, The Blue Dogs and CoastRunner, as well as children’s activities and a fireworks display. 740-5854. JULY FOURTH FESTIVAL: 4 p.m. Woodlands Inn grounds, 125 Parsons Road, Summerville. $3-$10. The festival will include a barbecue buffet and other food options, beer, art displays, vendors, children’s activities and a concert by the Summerville Community Orchestra. Proceeds will benefit the orchestra and Summerville DREAM 875-2600 or www.woodlandsinn.com. PATRIOTS POINT CELEBRATION: Begins at 4 p.m. Patriots
Point Naval and Maritime Museum, 40 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant. Beginning at 4 p.m., the museum will offer a discounted admission of $5. At 7 p.m., guests will enjoy live music by Katbandoo and fireworks will begin at 9:15 p.m. Food and non-alcoholic will be available for purchase. 884-2727 or www. patriotspoint.org. BAND BLAST 2010!: 6-9 p.m. Westlake Amphitheater at I’On in Mount Pleasant. Free. The lakeside concert by Heart and Soul will feature classic rock, Motown, beach music and other musical styles. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. 881-7541 or www. iontrust.org. FRESHFIELDS VILLAGE CELEBRATION: 6-9 p.m. Freshfields Village Green at the crossroads of Kiawah and Seabrook islands. Free. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy music by the Island Trio. www.freshfields village.com. REGGAE ON THE COOPER RIVER: 6-10 p.m. Old Jail at 49 Immigration St. $45. Enjoy the Fourth of July while listening to reggae by Mystic Vibrations, savoring food by Charleston Bay Gourmet and drinks from Van Gogh Vodka and watching the harbor fireworks. Proceeds will benefit Charleston Waterkeeper. Open to ages 21 and up. Purchase tickets at www.eventbrite. com. UNCLE SAM JAM: 7 p.m.
Mount Pleasant Pier, 99 Hallman Blvd. $10. Party on the pier to music by The East Coast Party Band and watch the fireworks. Refreshments will be available for purchase. 795-4FUN. INDEPENDENCE DAY AT THE AQUARIUM: 7:30 p.m. South Carolina Aquarium, 100 Aquarium Wharf. $20-$55. Watch the harbor fireworks and enjoy food from Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q, live music and aquarium exhibits. Reservations suggested. 577-FISH or www.scaquarium. org.
july 8 FINANCE SEMINAR: Noon. Center for Women, 129 Cannon St. Free. Diane Blackwelder and Lynn Anne Gillen will teach participants the right way to manage their money. Registration required. 763-7333 or www. c4women.org.
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MEMOIR WRITING WORKSHOP: 9 a.m.-noon. Center for Women, 129 Cannon St. $25 members, $50 nonmembers. Archie Burkel, “The Hat Lady,” will teach participants how to go SEWEE SUMMER MOVIE: 11 about writing their life stories. p.m. Sewee Visitor and Environ- Registration required. 763-7333 mental Education Center, 5821 or www.c4women.org. U.S. Hwy. 17 N., Awendaw. This GLASS JEWELRY WORKweek, the center will be showSHOP: 10 a.m.-noon. The ing films about fish and shells. Charleston Museum, 360 Call 928-3368. Meeting St. $40 members, $45 CHARLESTON YOUNG PROnonmembers. In honor of the FESSIONALS: 6-8 p.m. W.O.K., museum’s special exhibit, “Pre349 King St. $10 members, $20 ciousness Preserved,” the munonmembers. The Charleston seum will offer a fused pendantYoung Professionals group will making workshop, during which hold its monthly networking each participant will make at event, which will include drinks least two pendants. 722-2996, and appetizers. www.charlesext. 235 or www.charlestonmuton-yp.com. seum.org. AWENDAW GREEN BARN ‘SHAGGIN’ ON THE COOPER’: JAM: 6:30-11 p.m. Awendaw 8 p.m. Mount Pleasant MemoGreen, 4879 U.S. Hwy. 17 N. Free. rial Waterfront Park, 99 Hallman Enjoy music by Hollow Reed, Blvd. $10. Dance under the stars Becca and the Push, Chris Comp- to music by The Coastrunner ton and Hannah Miller. BarbeBand while enjoying a cold bevcue and drinks will be available erage. 762-8089 or www.ccprc. for purchase. 452-1642 or www. com. awendawgreen.com. REGGAE CONCERT SERIES:
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ACE’S ON BRIDGE By BOBBY WOLFF
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If you are going to bid aggressively, then you may need to defend accurately when opponents end up in a poor contract, or it will be a case of “the biter bit.” Left to their own devices, North-South would surely have ended in a hopeless three notrump. But after West’s weakjump overcall, South ended up declaring a delicate four hearts. West led the spade seven to East’s king. Declarer ducked and won the next spade with the ace. Declarernowruffedaspadewith thehearteightandcarefullyleda low heart to the jack and queen. Now there was nothing more the defense could do. If West played another spade, declarer could ruff with the 10, cross to hand with a diamond, and play
a top heart. West could win and play yet another spade, but with hearts 3-3, declarer could draw trumps and claim. Notethatifdeclarerhadledthe heart10fromdummyonthefirst round of the suit, another spade would have allowed East to overruffthedummy,forcingdeclarer to ruff in hand. Now, continued spade plays by West would beat the contract. However, look at the effect if West ducks the first heart. If declarer plays another heart, West wins and continues spades, forcing declarer to ruff in hand. Now declarer has just the heart king left, while West has the ace and East the seven. Declarer cannot prevent the defenders from making both of their trumps separately.
8:30 p.m. Wannamaker County Park, 8888 University Boulevard, North Charleston. $8 adults, free to children 12 and under. Guests will enjoy music by Dub Addis. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. 7954FUN.
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“SUMMER AT ST. JOHN’S”: 6 p.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 5 Clifford St. Free. Enjoy performances by vocalist Brink Norton and pianist Todd Monsell. 7232426 or www.stjohnscharleston. org.
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”RED, WHITE AND CASH”: 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday and July 9-10. The Village Playhouse and Repertory Company, 730 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant. $15-$25. Experience “Red, White and Cash: A Musical Tribute to a True American Patriot,” an homage to the legendary Johnny Cash. The musical features more than 24 of Cash’s greatest hits. A cookout will be held in front of the playhouse before each show, and beer and wine will be available for purchase. 856-1579 or www.villageplayhouse.com.
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CALL FOR ARTISTS: The Receiver Time Based Media Festival is looking for artists who work in time based media to submit their work. The festival will take place at various locations around Charleston March 10-13, 2011. Visit www.receiver fest.com or contact Jarod Charzewski or Liz Vaughan at receiverfest@gmail.com for submission guidelines.
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CITY GALLERY AT WATERFRONT PARK: The gallery is looking for docents to greet and assist visitors while overseeing the gallery during hours of operation. Call 958-6484 for more information. SOUTHERNCARE HOSPICE: Volunteers are needed. Call Carolyn at 569-0870 for more information. TRICOUNTY FAMILY MINISTRIES: The organization is in need of experienced cooks and men’s, women’s and children’s clothing. Call 747-1788 or visit www.tricountyfamilyministries. org for more information.
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PEANUTS By Charles Schulz
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FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE By Lynn Johnston
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TODAY’S HOROSCOPE ARIES (March 21-April 19): Do for yourself; as soon as you ask for help, you will be in a vulnerable position. Strive for perfection and try to keep the peace
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): There is money to be made. Traveling, setting up meetings or investing in something that interests you will lead to a profit.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Communicating with people who can offer you information about travel, home improvements or an interest you have, will lead to changes that enrich your life.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your overzealous need to help others will be appreciated but, for once, do something for yourself.
GEMINI (May 21June 20): Impulsive actions will lead to upset. Don’t let your lack of knowledge be behind a snap decision. CANCER (June 21July 22): You may feel like making a fast move but, before you do, make sure you have something to compensate for whatever you are giving up.
LIBRA (SEPT. 23OCT. 22): If you meddle or try to take on everyone’s responsibilities, you will jeopardize your reputation and your position. SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21): Don’t be confused by someone who isn’t giving you a straight answer. You have a great chance to advance if you present what you’ve been working on to a group.
SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22DEC. 21): You may be a little touchy. Changes at home may feel like a burden at first but, as time passes, you will see the benefits that come with the responsibility. CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19): Your emotions will play a role in the decisions you make. Working with others will get you much further. Praise will lead to exactly what you want. AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18): Discuss your plans and you will realize your potential through the feedback you receive. PISCES (FEB. 19MARCH 20): Time out for entertainment will do you good. Evaluate your current relationships and decide who is good for you and who isn’t.
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BY REBEKAH BRADFORD
you for correcting me. I told “Jennifer” I saw nothing wrong with using the larger stall as long as she deferred to a disabled woman needing it at the same time, and not everyone agreed with me.
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Head2Head is feeling very high brow this week, thinking about Shakespeare in the Park. An annual event in New York’s Central Park, this year features “The Winter’s Tale” and “The Merchant of Venice.” Head2Head wishes we were there. So instead we’re doing trivia about The Bard. Emily Perkins is the current champ, and her opponent is florist Jillian French.
To be or not to be
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QUESTIONS 1. Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton famously starred in the film version of what play? 2. Which historical figure declares, “A horse, a horse, my kingdom for a horse?” 3. Who was England’s monarch during most of Shakespeare’s time? 4. Which Shakespeare play is performed the most? 5. Where was Shakespeare born? 6. Who used the word “love” more, Romeo or Juliet? 7. “All the World’s a Stage ...” is the opening line for what play? 8. Which play has the shortest scene? 9. Mel Gibson, Ethan Hawke and Lawrence Olivier have all played what Shakespeare tragic hero? 10. What was the name of the theater where Shakespeare’s plays originally were performed?
EMILY’S ANSWERS
JILLIAN’S ANSWERS
1. “Cleopatra”? 2. Oh, I’ve never read any of the history plays. 3. Was it Elizabeth? 4. I’m going with “Hamlet.” 5. London. 6. It was probably Romeo. 7. “All’s Well That Ends Well.” 8. “Macbeth.” 9. Hamlet. 10. Globe.
1. “Taming of the Shrew.” Have seen it on tv. 2. One of the Henrys? 3. Elizabeth. The first. 4. Definitely “Hamlet.” 5. Stratford. 6. Romeo, for sure. 7. I used to know this monologue. It’s from “As You Like It.” 8. King Lear. That’s totally a guess. 9. Hamlet. 10. Globe Theatre.
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EAR ABBY: You did a disservice to the truly disabled on May 1 when you advised “Jennifer in Maine” it was OK to use the handicapped restroom stall because her large size made it uncomfortable using a regular one. I am married to a disabled person. He cannot get off a toilet without the grab bars available in a designated stall. What some individuals may not know is that many disabled people also suffer from bladder control issues and are desperate to use the facilities when they enter a restroom. A minute or two delay for them can spell disaster. We who are blessed with the gift of mobility should make sure that accommodations are always available for those who are not. — VOICE OF REASON IN OHIO DEAR VOICE: Thank
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CONCLUSION Jillian proved to be the expert at Shakespeare as she toppled the trivia champion to take the title. She’ll be back next week to try to make it two in a row.
CORRECT ANSWERS 1. “Taming of the Shrew” 2. Richard III 3. Elizabeth I 4. “Hamlet” 5. Stratford-on-Avon
6. Romeo 7. “As You Like It” 8. “Antony and Cleopatra” 9. Hamlet 10. The Globe
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