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EVERY BUSY WOMAN CHARLESTON, SC

SPRING 2015 : April, May, June & July

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Busy Woman Savings Charleston Harbor Tours see inside back cover $35 for 2 tickets (regularly $44) on the live narrated harbor history tour (through 8/31/15)

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Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry page 31 One Free Admission With One Paid Admission (Cannot be combined with other offers.

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Southern Belles - a children’s clothier page 33 Receive a $25 gift certificate when you set up your baby registry with us. Sign up for our enewsletter to create your own sale with a 20% off coupon.

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Water’s Edge Dentistry see back cover Water’s Edge Dentistry: Dental Exam and Full Mouth X-Rays for $150 (uninsured patients only); $100 Off Treatment of $500 or more for New Patients (uninsured patients only); Take Home Teeth Whitening $125 (Retail Value $200). One coupon per person.

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BUSY WOMAN TIPS

The Spa at Belmond Charleston Place Step into the award-winning Spa at Charleston Place, a full service European style spa where every age is celebrated with a program of renewal to alleviate your body from outside interferences - stress, pollution, sun exposure, life’s little over indulgences - with forward thinking skincare, detoxifying treatments, therapeutic massage and exercise. Deeper benefits go beyond the skin’s surface to maintain total health and wellbeing. Spa services are available by appointment. Gift cards available. “Like us” on Facebook at The Spa at Charleston Place or Follow us on Twitter at CharlestonPLSpa. Located on the 4th floor of the Charleston Place Hotel.

Parking validated for duration of spa visit.

205 Meeting Street, Downtown, 29401 tel 843.937.8522 / www.charlestonplace.com see our ad page 5 Stella Nova Spa Salon West Ashley - Mt. Pleasant Where beauty come with free, convenient parking.

The most luxurious salon and spa West of the Ashley and East of the Cooper offering: Hair Styling, Cutting, Color, Highlights and Texture • Make-up Application and Lessons • Facials • Massage • Body Scrubs • Waxing, Threading and Tinting • Manicure and Pedicure. Our extensive retail boutique has the most sought after brands for all of your beauty needs.

West Ashley: 843.766.6233 2048 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29407 www.facebook.com/stellanova.wa Mt. Pleasant: 843.884.3838 1320 Theater Drive, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 www.facebook.com/stellanova.mtp www.stella-nova.com Sweet 185 Sugaring Studio and Organic Boutique We provide natural hair removal and esthetic services to clients in a beautiful, warm, nurturing environment--from eyebrows to Brazilians, facials to body treatments. Body Sugaring • Organic Facials • Brow & Lash Tinting • Holistic Massage • Oxygen Therapy • Wedding Day Prep & Special Events. We also offer products that complement our services and philosophy such as sea sponges, all natural skin-care products and clothing made from organically grown materials. Shop Online or take advantage of our Curbside Concierge Service

476 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403 / tel 843.329.3500 www.MySweet185.com

Yoga Outdoors Yoga Under the Oaks Legare Waring House at Charles Towne Landing; April - September www.SouthCarolinaParks.com

OM Outdoors Weekly yoga classes at the best outdoor parks in Charleston. www.facebook.com/omoutdoors

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DENTISTS

Waters Edge Dentistry

At-Home Lip Exfoliator ❑ 3T sugar ❑ 1T olive oil ❑ ¼t flavoring if desired (peppermint, lemon, vanilla, almond, etc.)

Combine olive oil and sugar into a paste, and add flavoring if desired. Massage onto dry lips in circular motions. Wipe off with a damp washcloth.

Merit Sander; Makeup By Merit

We take pride in serving Charleston, Mt Pleasant, Daniel Island and the Lowcountry with gentle dental care in a comfortable, spalike environment. As an LVI certified dentist, Dr. Dahlkemper can truly focus on complex full mouth smile makeovers and improving form and function of one’s oral health.

• Cosmetic Dentistry: Porcelain crowns, veneers, teeth whitening and invisible braces. • Family/General Dentistry: Quality dental treatment to everyone in your family. • Sleep Appliances: Does your spouse snore? Do you hate your CPap machine? Dental sleep appliances may be able to help you sleep better. • TMJ Treatment: If you have chronic pain in the head, jaw, neck and sometimes shoulder, please contact us today for more information on our TMJ treatments.

1203 Two Island Court, Suite 101, Mt Pleasant, SC 29466 tel 843.884.6166 www.watersedgesc.com See our ad back cover HAIR SALONS

Joanna Katz - Vski Salon Katz Hair Studio’s Joanna Katz is now giving clients “happy hair” in the fresh and inspiring Vski Salon inside the Citadel Mall. Vski is a full service salon, offering esthetics, makeup, nails, pedicures, and, of course, all of your hair care needs.

Vski offers a whole new approach when it comes to retail and product lines, including everything from hair accessories, combs, brushes, clips, and a plethora of hair support products and finishing tools for you to browse and take with you so you can keep that “salon” look going every day of the week! Stop by and visit the salon: use the Belk entrance at Citadel Mall; once you enter the general mall area, Vski is on your right.

Citadel Mall, (Belk Entrace), 2070 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29407 / tel 843.203.0000 email: info@vskisalon.com / www.vskisalon.com Stella Nova Spa Salon West Ashley - Mt. Pleasant Where beauty come with free, convenient parking. The most luxurious salon and spa West of the Ashley and East of the Cooper offering: Haircuts, Blowouts, Highlights, Balayage, Ombré, Color, Keratin Straightening, Extensions, Updos • More Women, Men and Children • Bridal Hair

West Ashley: 843.766.6233 2048 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29407 www.facebook.com/stellanova.wa Mt. Pleasant: 843.884.3838 1320 Theater Drive, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 www.facebook.com/stellanova.mtp www.stella-nova.com

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FRESH FOODS LOCALLY Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)

Farmers offer a number of “shares” to the public. Consumers purchase a share (membership or subscription) and receive their return as a bag/box/basket of fresh seasonal produce throughout the farming season. ❑A mbrose Family Farm www.stonofarmmarket.com

❑ Hudson Family Farms www.hudsonfamilyfarmsc.com

❑ Boone Hall Farms www.boonehallfarms.com

❑ Legare Farms www.legarefarms.com

❑ C ordray’s www.cordrays.blogspot.com

❑ Lowland Farms www.lowlandfarms.com

❑G ary’s Organic www.garysorganic.com

❑ Pinckney’s Produce www.pinckneysproduce.com

❑G ruber Family CSA Farm www.gruber-csa-farm.com

❑ Rosebank Farms www.localharvest.org

Pick Your Own

Charleston County “pick your own” locations are great for whatever produce you need. Everything is locally fresh and grown naturally. www.pickyourown.org

❑ A mbrose Family Farms: fresh picked asparagus, beans, blackberries, blueberries, flowers, onions, peas, tomatoes, and other fruits and vegetables ❑ B lueberry Heaven: blueberries and other picked produce ❑ B oone Hall Farms Market: blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, and tomatoes ❑ B rigger Hill Farm (uses integrated pest management practices): sweet corn, summer squash, strawberries, tomatoes, and other vegetables ❑ C hampney’s Blueberry Farm: you-picked and pre-picked blueberries ❑ C harpia Farms: peas, strawberries, and pre-picked produce ❑ H ickory Bluff Nursery and Berry Farm: blackberries, blueberries, peas, strawberries, and tomatoes ❑ King’s Market: Vegetables and peaches ❑ Myer’s Blueberries: pick your own blueberries ❑ Sweatman’s Strawberries: pick your own strawberries

Charleston

North Charleston

Opens Saturday, April 4 Local produce, plants, herbs and cut flowers. Food vendors, live entertainment, arts and crafts and more.

Marion Square Downtown

Opens Thursday, April 17 Fresh, locally grown produce, herbs, jellies, jams and other handcrafted delicacies.

Park Circle’s Felix C. Davis Community Center

John’s Island/Wadmalaw

Summerville

Open year-round Fresh fruits and veggies, a country garden and gift shop and the Tomato Shed Cafe for amazing lunches. You’ll also find shrimp fresh off the boat and Ambrose Farms is a you-pick farm on Wadmalaw.

Opens April 4 Fresh local produce, baked goods, jellies, jams and more.

First Citizens Bank, Next to Town Hall

Kiawah

Opens April 19 Open 11 am - 3 pm every Sunday from April 19 - July 5, 2015. Celebrate community and stock up for the week with tons of quality local goods!

City of Charleston Farmer’s Market

Stono Market & Ambrose Farms

Summer Farmer’s Market at Freshfields Opens June Lowcountry farmers, artisans and food vendors with live entertainment.

Freshfields Village

Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant Farmers Market Opens April 7 Fresh, locally grown produce, preserves, dips, breads, pies and much more. Food vendors, live music and educational resources on hand. Farmers Market Pavilion on Moultrie Middle School grounds

North Charleston Farmers Market

Summerville Farmer’s Market

Sunday Brunch Farmer’s Market

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FARMERS MARKETS

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OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

LowCountry Women’s Specialists

Swimmer’s Teeth Due to the chemicals in pools, frequent swimmers may be at risk of forming yellowish-brown or dark brown stains on their teeth. These chemicals increase the pH of a person’s saliva, resulting in a breakdown of salivary proteins and forming deposits on teeth, called “swimmers’ calculus,” and most often form on the front teeth.

These stains can often be removed by a professional dental cleaning and specialized fluoride treatments.

Scuba Teeth Scuba diving, on the other hand, can lead to jaw joint pain, gum tissue problems or “tooth squeeze” pain in the center of the tooth. These symptoms together can result in “diver’s mouth syndrome” (or barodontalgia).

This condition is caused by the air pressure changing and divers biting too hard on their scuba air regulators. The best way to avoid these problems is to visit a dentist before scuba diving and make sure your dental health is tip-top.

Ask your dentist about fitting the mouthpiece of an air regulator.

Sometimes, dentures can be accidently swallowed during a dive, so denture wearers should also consult a dentist before diving to discuss and potential problems.

We combine experience with state of the art technology to give you confidence in your health care decisions.

Come to us for preventive care and pap smears. For prenatal care, ultrasounds, and delivery. For medical and surgical management of gynecologic problems, including menstrual and urinary tract disorders. For osteoporosis screening and mammogram referrals. For family planning and infertility counseling. For our diagnostic and surgical skills, including DaVinci robotic laparoscopic surgery. From teenagers to those in their post-menopausal years, we’ve devoted our entire practice to women’s health. We offer all the care you need for all your life! Dr. Christopher R. Accetta; Dr. Ronnie M. Givens; Dr. Jennifer J. Heinemann; Dr. Christine L. Hunter; Dr. Michael W. Prystowsky; Dr. William M. Reeves; Dr. Heather S. Schwartzberg

North Charleston: 9291 Medical Plaza Drive Summerville: 77 Springview Lane tel 843.797.3664 / www.lowcountrywomen.com PEDIATRICIANS

Coastal Pediatric Associates James Island: 776 Daniel Ellis Drive Bldg 2 Suite A, Charleston, SC 29412 / tel 843.795.8100 Mt Pleasant: 1952 Long Grove Drive, Suite 202, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 / tel 843.971.2992 West Ashley: 2051 Charlie Hall Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29414 / tel 843.573.2535 www.cpakids.com Palmetto Pediatrics 2781 Tricom Street, North Charleston SC, 29406 tel 843.797.5600 / www.charlestonpalmettopediatrics.com Parkwood Pediatrics Daniel Island: 109 River Landing Drive, Charleston, SC 29492 West Ashley: 1243 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407 tel 8435568110 / www.parkwoodpeds.com Summerville Pediatrics 312 Midland Parkway, Summerville, SC 29485 tel 843.875.6262 / www.summervillepediatrics.com

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PLASTIC SURGEONS

The Center for Natural Breast Reconstruction

THE CENTER FOR NATURAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION Helping Women Make Smart, Informed Choices

We help women make smart, informed choices for breast reconstruction - offering state of the art procedures like DIEP, GAP, SIEA, TUG. Regain breast shape and fullness without artificial implants or loss of muscle. To learn more about natural breast reconstruction or to schedule surgical or consultation appointments, contact us:

Charleston: 1930 Charlie Hall Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29414 Mt. Pleasant: 1300 Hospital Drive, Suite 120, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 tel 843.849.8418 or 866.374.2627 / email: info@ecplasticsurgery.com www.naturalbreastreconstruction.com Anne L. Edwards, MD, PC

naturalbreastreconstruction.com breastreconstructionnetwork.comMT. PLEASANT - CHARLESTON

843.849.8418

Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery Plastic Surgery from a Woman’s Point of View.

Breast Surgery • Reconstructive, Enhancement, & Reduction Facial Cosmetic Surgery • Skin Care & Facial Peels • Botox Spider Veins • Permanent Makeup • Restylane • Skin Cancer Radiesse • Body Contouring & Liposuction

811 St. Andrews Boulevard, Suite C, Charleston, SC 29407 tel 843.769.6608 / www.dranneedwards.com PRIMARY CARE

Palmetto Primary and Specialty Care Physicians With over 30 offices in 7 counties and over 100 providers, great care is always nearby. All PPSCP patients have aroundtheclock access to a health professional through the Clinical Line. Primary Care Specialty Care Urgent Care

tel 843.572.7727 / www.palmettoprimarycare.com PSYCHOLOGISTS

South Carolina Neuro Dr. Howard Buddin The Low Country’s premiere center for neuropsychological evaluation and care. We offer a variety of services, including neuropsychological and psychological evaluation, forensic services and individual Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Charleston native, Dr. Howard Buddin has specialized training that allows him to perform evaluations for individuals ages 6 and older, across the lifespan. Assessment for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)/Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDDs) | Assessment for Functioning following Stroke or Mild Tramatic Brain Injury | Treament for Depression, Anxiety and Phobias | Forensic Evaluations. If you have questions about a specific concern, evaluation or treatment, please contact us to discuss the wide range of assessment and treatment services to meet your unique needs.

222 W. Coleman Blvd., Suite 105 tel 843.509.6521 | fax 843.636.3406 www.SCNeuro.com

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A HEALTH INSURANCE GUIDE FOR DUMMIES Types of Health Care: ❑ Health Maintenance Organization (HMO): an organization that provides or arranges managed care for health insurance, self-funded health care benefit plans, individuals, and other entities in the United States and acts as a liaison with health care providers (hospitals, doctors, etc.) on a prepaid basis ❑ Participating Provider Organization (PPO): a managed care organization of medical doctors, hospitals, and other health care providers who have agreed with an insurer or a third-party administrator to provide health care at reduced rates to the insurer's or administrator's clients ❑ Fee-for-service (FFS): a payment model where services are paid for as itemized in the hospitals invoice ❑ Catastrophic Insurance: provide an emergency safety net to protect you against unexpected medical costs

How much will you pay out of pocket, you ask?

Your premium + Your deductible + Any coinsurance you must pay (up to your out-of-pocket maximum) + Any copayments = The most you will pay for healthcare per year (for covered services)

So what the heck does that mean? ❑ Deductible: amount you're responsible for paying for covered medical expenses before your health insurance plan begins to pay for covered medical expenses each year. ❑ Coinsurance: the shared costs between you and the health insurance plan. So you could pay 30% of costs and your plan pays 70%. These percentages differ from plan to plan; and some plans don’t include coinsurance. ❑ Out-of-pocket maximum: the most you will have to pay for covered medical expenses in a plan a year through deductible and coinsurance before your insurance plan begins to pay 100% of covered medical expenses. ❑ Copayment: payment you make every time you visit the doctor. These rates are usually fixed and don’t usually accumulate toward the deductible.

Picking the Right Plan for You Individual Insurance: Insurance plans purchased off the exchange (directly from provider) or through the Health Care Exchange or Health Insurance Marketplace (www.healthcare.gov) Group Insurance: Insurance provider through an employers.

Employers may get better rates because they have a large number of people to cover.

Short Term Coverage: Plans that are designed to provide specialized short-term coverage to fill in the gap of time between employers.

❑ Basic or comprehensive coverage

❑ Is your doctor and hospital covered by the plan

❑ No-cost nurse advice lines

❑ Urgent care center

❑ Emergency room visits

❑ Doctor’s office checkups

❑ Travel coverage

❑ Family coverage

❑ Works with a Health Savings Account

❑ Covers prescription drugs

Do you qualify for Medicaid?

Medicaid provides health coverage to millions of Americans, including eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults and people with disabilities. Medicaid is administered by states, according to federal requirements.

In order to be eligible for Medicaid in SC, you must:

❑ Be a citizen of the United States of America

❑ Be a resident of the state of SC

❑ Have an income of 133% or below the federal poverty level

❑ Provide household data, which includes age, social security number, immigration status and household composition www.medicaid.gov

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Consider the following when deciding what plan is right for you:

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Health Signs It’s easy to dismiss these common health issues that are indicators of overall health. ❑ Poor Sleep/Tired If you’re not sleeping well and/or always feeling tired. May Indicate stress, sleep apnea, thyroid condition and more. ❑ Upset Skin From breakouts to constant itchiness and dry, cracked lips. May indicate dehydration, allergies, vitamin deficiencies, stress or immune system difficulties. ❑ Urine/Stool The color of your urine is a great indicator of health. Visit health. clevelandclinic.org for a helpful The Color of Pee infographic.

May indicate liver or kidney health issues.

Depending on your diet, age, and activity level your bowel movements should occur regularly from 3 times a day to 3 times a week. Irregularity may indicate nutritional deficiencies or in some cases more serious conditions like IBS, diabetes or colorectal cancer. ❑ Always Sick You catch every cold or bug that you’re exposed to. May indicate your immune system is not functioning optimally. ❑ Weight Change Losing or gaining weight with no change in diet or habits. May indicate thyroid issues, diabetes, depression, malabsorption disorders and more.

RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES

Sandpiper Retirement Community A Premier Senior Living Community Situated in the heart of Mount Pleasant, minutes from the beach and historic downtown Charleston, we’ve served the Lowcountry for over 25 years. Sandpiper Retirement Community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, In-patient short term rehabilitation, Outpatient rehabilitation and Long term skilled nursing. Medicare and Medicaid certified. We have a variety of individualized programs: social, recreational, cultural and spiritual activities including day trips, events, gardening, and other life enrichment activities. We welcome the opportunity to meet with you and assist you in making the right choice for retirement living.

tel 843.881.3210 or 800.732.6761 www.sandpipercenter.com WELL BEING

Gibbes Museum of Art: The Art of Healing The Gibbes Museum of Art and Roper St Francis present the Art of Healing lecture and workshop series offering the community an opportunity to explore healing through various disciplines. Tuesday, May 12, 6 pm Art of Healing: The Roper Hospital Lending Collection Roper Rehabilitation Hospital, 316 Calhoun Street, Floor 8 Artists Rick Reinert and Scott Henderson with moderator Dr. Jeb Hallett, will discuss the Lending Collection program and how art plays a role in healing.

www.GibbesMuseum.org Susan G. Komen Lowcountry Our mission is to provide funding for breast health services, breast cancer education and outreach in our 17 county region investing a minimum of 75% of our revenue to serve our local communities. The remaining 25% of funds raised support groundbreaking cancer research, touching every major advancement in the fight against breast cancer.

Community Health Workshops Year Round • Race for the Cure (October 17, 2015 at Family Circle Stadium) • Swing for the Cure • Various 3rd Party Events

9300 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite F, North Charleston, SC 29406 tel 843.556.8011 email: forthecure@komenlowcountry.org www.komenlowcountry.org

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arts & leisure

LOWCOUNTRY WOMEN RECOMMENDED

ART CENTERS

Redux Contemporary Art Center Redux is a nonprofit gallery, studio and education center. Through diverse programming and a full studio facility, Redux promotes and encourages all forms of artistic creation, while introducing and educating the public to the contemporary visual arts.

Check our website for a current schedule of classes, workshops, exhibitions and special events.

136 St. Philip Street, Charleston, SC 29403 / tel 843.722.0697 email: info@reduxstudios.org / www.reduxstudios.org BUSY WOMAN TIPS

ART SUPPLIES

Eos Art Supply

Multi-Use Muffin Tins ❑ Mix and hold paint ❑ Hold beads or craft supplies ❑ Drop in fruit and cover with water; freeze for cocktail ice disks ❑ Drawer organizer

Your one stop shop for all painting supplies as well as a hub for exploring your artistic capabilities. We offer a wide variety of art workshops for adults and kids to bring out everyone’s inner artist. Like us on Facebook to stay up to date with class schedules, deals, news and events!

1405 Ben Sawyer Boulevard, Suite 102, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 email: eosartsupply@gmail.com / www.eosartsupply.com ENTERTAINMENT

Charleston Harbor Tours Climb aboard the Carolina Belle to enjoy the beauty of the Charleston Harbor and learn the rich history of the Holy City.

During the scenic and relaxing 90 minute tour, you will see over 75 landmarks and points of interest.

Sunday Jazz Brunch Riverboat Cruise: Monthly April - October Piccolo Spoleto Lowcountry Blues Cruise: May 24 - June 7 Blues & BBQ Harbor Cruise: Every Thursday and First Fridays, April - November Plantation & Harbor Tour and Historic City & Harbor Tour Packages

10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC, 29401 tel 843.772.1112 or 800.344.4483 email: sales@charlestonharbortours.com www.charlestonharbortours.com see our ad 17

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The Gibbes Museum is temporarily closed for a major renovation and will continue to engage the community with art experiences throughout the renovation by offering lectures, demonstrations and special exhibitions in venues across the city. For a full listing of dates and events and to follow the progress of the renovation, visit the Museum’s Web site.

www.GibbesMuseum.org

Need Inspiration?

SPECIAL EVENTS

“Let the beauty you love be what you do.” - Rumi

March for Babies Saturday, April 25, 2015 We’re getting ready to walk in March for Babies! It promises to be a fun day out with people who share our passion for improving the health of babies. There’ll be family teams, company teams and people walking with friends - it’s a great feeling knowing we’re all helping real families. Join our event and walk with us to raise money for babies right here in our community! Registration, 8 am; Start time, 9 am.

Cannon Park, 261 Calhoun Street, (corner of Calhoun and Rutledge Avenue) Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.571.1776 email: mary@marchofdimes.com www.marchforbabies.org Piccolo Fringe Presented by Theatre 99 May 22 – June 7, 2015 45 shows of improv, sketch, plays and musical comedy from around the country! For tickets: 866.811.4111

Official Piccolo Spoleto Festival Box Office (Up to 2 Hours Before Performance), Charleston Visitor Center, 375 Meeting Street; Open 9am-5pm daily from May 4, 2015 www.theatre99.com/fringe.php CONTINUED

Tune into the sites, sounds and smells that are striking to you.

Incorporate that feeling into your work and play.

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MUSEUMS

Gibbes Museum of Art

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Spoleto Festival USA May 22-June7, 2015 *Special Festival Eve and preview performances May 21 Considered America’s premier international performing arts festival, Spoleto Festival USA fills Charleston, SC’s historic theaters, churches and outdoor spaces with over 150 performances by worldrenowned artists and emerging performers in opera, theater, dance, chamber, symphonic, choral, and jazz music. Highlights of the 2015 season include the world premiere of opera Paradise Interrupted and the first performances in over 350 years of baroque opera Veremonda, l’amazzone di Aragona; outdoor concerts by renowned jazz singers Dianne Reeves and Madeleine Peyroux; Scottish Ballet’s internationally acclaimed production of A Streetcar Named Desire; familyfriendly puppet productions including Sleeping Beauty; a concert by Emmylou Harris & Rodney Crowell; and a Festival Finale performance by soul sensations St. Paul & the Broken Bones at Middleton Place.

Purchase tickets in person, by phone or online:

Box office located in the Charleston Visitor Center, 375 Meeting Street Phone 843.579.3100 www.spoletousa.org SPORTS

Charleston RiverDogs Charleston RiverDogs baseball is in full swing! With tickets ranging from $6-$19 there is always something FUN happening at the ballpark. The season runs through September 2nd with fireworks on Fridays, kids run the bases on Sundays, FREE parking and kids eat FREE on Sundays, and more! Pregame picnics and children’s birthday party packages are available.

For details visit RiverDogs.com.

The Joe, 360 Fishburne St, Charleston, SC 29403 tel 843.723.7241 www.riverdogs.com see our ad page 21 STUDIOS

ARTspiration A contemporary art center where you can walk in, with no appointments needed, and paint, pottery or fuse glass to make a one of a kind masterpiece. We also offer classes in glass fusing, parties for all ages, family nights and spring/summer/winter break camps! There are no studio fees and projects range from $10 - $150. All projects are fired in our kilns and are ready for pick up in 5 - 7 days. Visit our Web site for a calendar of classes, events, camps and more!

1256 Ben Sawyer Blvd Ste D & E, Mt Pleasant, SC, 29464 tel 843.416.8075 www.artspirationdesign.com CONTINUED

Outdoor Music Awendaw Green Barn Jams An outdoor, year-round Wednesday night original music showcase.

Sewee Outpost, Awendaw, SC Every Wednesday Night, 6 - 10 pm www.awendawgreen.com Palmetto Brewing Loading Dock Music Series Free live music with $5 pints and food trucks.

Palmetto Brewing Co. Every Friday Night, 6 - 9 pm www.awendawgreen.com Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series Traditional old school roots reggae in a beautiful outdoor setting.

James Island County Park; April - July www.ccpr.com

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STUDIOS CONTINUED SpaceCraft Studios A unique blend of a workroom studio and retail shop.

8 Avondale Avenue, Charleston, SC 29407 tel 843.284.MAKE (6253) email: hello@spacecraftstudios.com www.spacecraftstudios.com

THEATRES

Theatre 99 Charleston’s Home for Improv Comedy This local favorite makes the perfect night out with comedy improv, stand up and performances throughout the year at unbeatable ticket prices. An in-house bar and fun atmosphere top off the experience. Visit the website for a full schedule including Wednesday night’s Laugh for a Lincoln, select Thursday nights and Friday and Saturday night performances including The Have Nots! and Improv Bingo.

Available for Corporate & Private Events • Improv Classes

280 Meeting Street, Above the Bicycle Shoppe, Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.853.6687 www.theatre99.com

CREATIVES CALENDAR Creative Mornings A monthly breakfast lecture for the Creative Community. www.creativemornings.com/cities/chs Center for Creative Retirement A diverse group of seniors – some retired, some about to retire – for whom education is a life long adventure to be shared with enthusiastic and often new friends. www.cofc.edu Lowcountry Creative Writing Forum For all writers of every kind. www.meetup.com/lowcountry-creative-writing-forum Makelab Charleston A makerspace for hobbyists and professionals who like to make - everything from electronics, 3D printing, construction, networking and programming. www.makelabcharleston.org Parliament Charleston A coalition of business owners, entrepreneurs, and free agents committed to helping the Charleston region realize its full potential as a creative community. www.charlestonparliament.com

Refresh Charleston A mini-series of events for the Lowcountry’s creative community, promoting creativity, design and better standards. www.refreshcharleston.com TEDxCharleston Inspiring people with diverse ideas share the many untold stories of Charleston’s thinkers, visionaries and fascinating teachers. www.tedxcharleston.org

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ADVERTISING, MARKETING & PR

The Charleston Cotton Exchange Specializing in screen-printed and embroidered corporate apparel and quality customer service.

1758 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC 29407 tel 843.763.0740 or 800.749.2041 email: stephanie@charlestoncottonexchange.com www.charlestoncottonexchange.com Limelight Custom Sign Company

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A one stop shop for signs, banners, retail and fleet lettering. Call Gregg Pavone to talk about putting your company in the Limelight.

tel 843.697.7873 email: gp@limelightsc.com www.limelightsc.com

Lowcountry Digital Library From historical photos of the 1886 Charleston earthquake to personal artifacts found on the Hunley and oral histories to historical maps, the LDL’s collections and projects support research about the Lowcountry and provide fascinating discoveries about our home with the click of the mouse. lcdl.library.cofc.edu

CAREER COUNSELING

Crystal-Barkley Corporation Originators of Life\Work Design.

For more than 20 years, we have helped thousands of women and men learn how to create their own successes – their own jobs. Crystal-Barkley’s disciplined approach helps you find and grow your innate strengths. You will discover – or rediscover – what you care about the most. We will help you craft that into real work. The result: success. On your terms.

tel 843.727.7990 email: crystalbarkley@careerlife.com www.careerlife.com EDUCATION

Lowcountry Graduate Center South Carolina’s top universities offer a variety of programs at the Lowcountry Graduate Center to help you reach your career goals. Designed for the convenience of working adults, classes are held in the evenings and weekends. Graduate degrees are offered by the College of Charleston, The Citadel, Clemson and USC in the following areas: Education • Engineering • Project Management • Social Work • Student Affairs • Urban and Regional Planning

3800 Paramount Drive, North Charleston, SC 29405 tel 843.953.4723 www.lowcountrygradcenter.org

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

Gillen Wealth Management, LLC Lynn Anne Gillen, CIMA®, CFP® Gillen Wealth Management, LLC prides itself upon a reputation of excellent client service and in-depth market knowledge. Clients receive continual communication alongside a thorough and complete investment strategy. Careful attention to the client voice throughout the financial planning process ensures thoughtful consideration and selection of asset management instruments, with a keen focus upon risk tolerance, goals and opportunities. Lynn Anne Gillen has more than 14 years’ experience successfully providing financial advice and wealth management services to families and successful business-owners. Her education, leadership, community service and family values tell the story of who she is. Her professional reputation and successful track record prove it beyond a doubt. Call for a complimentary meeting to discuss your goals and finances.

125-E Wappoo Creek Drive, Ste. 201B, Charleston, SC, 29412 tel 843.297.8835 / email: lynnanne@gillenwm.com www.gillenwm.com LAWYERS

The Wigger Law Firm Jarrel L. Wigger; Joshua T. Howle; Mary F. Fishburne; Brice E. Ricker The belief that every person injured as a result of the negligence of another individual or entity has the right to seek justice for that wrongdoing is at the core of our foundation. Our firm has dedicated itself to leveling the playing field for those workers who have been wrongfully terminated or subjected to illegal employment actions. Our attorneys possess high academic credentials, maintain strong community ties, are committed to the pursuit of excellence and demonstrate the highest standards of personal and professional ethics, as well as the utmost concern for our clients. Personal Injury - Workers’ Compensation - Social Security Disability - Employment Law Wrongful Termination - Probate and Estate Planning - Business Incorporation. Our fees are based on contingency, meaning you don’t pay for our legal services unless you get paid yourself.

To schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers, call:

North Charleston (Main) 843.553.9800; Summerville 843.851.9900; West Ashley 843.203.1500; Toll Free 800.553.7449 www.wiggerlawfirm.com

Lynn Anne Gillen, CIMA®, CFP® • Job Transitions • Family Status Changes • Retirement Planning We work with our client's to understand your financial situation and develop a complete strategy to assist in reaching specific life-goals.

Call for a complimentary meeting.

843.297.8835

Gillen Wealth Management, LLC is an independent firm with securities offered through Summit Brokerage Services, Inc., Member FINRA, SIPC. Advisory services offered through Summit Financial Group, Inc., a Registered Investment Adviser.

www.GillenWM.com

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LENDING

Charleston Local Development Corporation Your Source for Small Business Lending The Charleston LDC is a not-for-profit organization fostering economic development of the greater Charleston region, and serving as a funding resource to small businesses in Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton and Dorchester Counties.

Charleston Women in Tech Offering panels, events and forums for networking and learning from Charleston’s women leaders, educators and tech professionals, the CWIT offers support and mentoring for women of all ages in the tech industry. www.meetup.com/CharlestonWomen-In-Tech

DIG Meetups Happy hours offering a digital economy twist with a featured guest and startups. www.digsouth.com

75 Calhoun Street, Third Floor, Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.965.4089 / email: cindi@charlestonldc.com www.charlestonldc.com MEETING FACILITIES

The Harbor Club Located in the heart of historic Charleston, the Harbour Club has several rooms to meet any capability that you may need, from business lunches to all day corporate meetings. Call for a tour today.

35 Prioleau Street, Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.723.9680 / email: melissa.palma@ourclub.com www.harbour-charleston.com PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES

The Center for Women The Center for Women is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing resources to help all women find what they need to be successful every day. The Center offers support groups, individual counseling, referral and information and educational outreach programs.

For a current schedule of events contact the Center at:

129 Cannon Street, Charleston, SC 29403 / tel 843.763.7333 email: info@c4women.org / www.c4women.org The South Carolina Women’s Business Center Women helping women do business better.

Providing one-on-one business counseling, training, networking and mentoring services for women entrepreneurs.

Explore Starting a Business • Develop a Business Plan • Address Business Issues • Strategize for Future Growth • Loan Application Preparation • Networking Opportunities

129 Cannon Street, Charleston, SC 29403 tel 843.763.7333 x 211 / email: info@scwbc.net www.scwbc.net Women at Work Supporting the professional growth and development of business women throughout the Charleston area. Monthly lunch meetings with a guest speaker, monthly informal coffee meetings, a website listing and member specials are just some of the benefits to membership. Visit the website for details on meetings and membership. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting!

PO Box 21332, Charleston SC 29413 www.womenatworkcharleston.com

LEADERSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT

Programs and initiatives that provide resources, skill development, training and awareness aimed at emerging and evolving leaders in all stages of life.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Build financial literacy and confidence through programs and workshops resulting in financial savvy and good sense.

AWARENESS AND ADVOCACY

Programs that raise awareness and connect with stakeholders and decision makers to advance women.

SC WOMEN’S BUSINESS CENTER

An affiliate of the Center for Women, the SCWBC encourages entrepreneurialism by assisting women in starting and improving their businesses.

(843) 763-7333

129 Cannon Street Charleston, SC 29403 www.c4women.org

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Connect for Success!

We educate and advocate so that women in SC have economic success and are leaders in their professional, community and personal lives.

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YOU GO GRILL!

The classics - hamburgers, hot dogs, shish kebabs - are always a hit, so give them a personal flavor.

Hamburgers Add almost anything to your burger mixture and leave it in the refrigerator for several hours to allow the flavors to mingle. Try adding:

❑ Fresh or dried herbs and spices

❑ Minced onion and garlic

❑ Blue cheese, goat cheese, gorgonzola, feta, cheddar or pepperjack

❑ Barbeque sauce, buffalor sauce, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, Hoisin sauce, plum sauce, oyster sauce, salsa or salad dressing

❑ Olives, diced chiles, crumbled bacon or minced ham

Hot Dogs It’s all about the toppings: ❑ French Onion Dog: Caramelized Onions and Gruyère Cheese ❑ BLAT: Wrapped in Bacon Topped with Chopped Lettuce and Diced Avocado and Tomato ❑ Banh Mi: Pickled Carrots, Cucumber, Jalapeño, Cilantro and Sriracha

Shish Kebabs Instead of bamboo or metal skewers, try one of these alternatives:

❑ Sugar Cane Swizzle Sticks w/ salmon or fruit

❑ Lemon Grass Stalks w/ shrimp or pork

❑ Rosemary Sprigs w/ chicken or beef

❑ Fennel Branches w/ sausage and peppers

❑ Vanilla Beans w/ grilled peaches or bananas

❑ Cinnamon Sticks w/ grilled apples or pears

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dining & entertaining BAKERIES

Ashley Bakery A full service bakery, including artisan breads, pies, cookies, wedding cakes,specialty celebration cakes, party trays and pastries for wholesale and retail customers.

The owners, along with their 4 daughters and loyal employees, are dedicated not only to quality and customer service, but to the community as well.

1662 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407 tel 843.763.4125 www.ashleybakery.com WildFlour Pastry Wild, out-of-the-box pastries and desserts.

Pastry Chef Lauren Mitterer serves up deconstructed yet elegant versions of comfort favorites using local and seasonal ingredients, like double chocolate cookies, sweet & savory scones and the legendary “Sticky Bun Sunday”. Grab a spot in a cozy booth or on the patio of the Cannonborough shop or call ahead to order for pickup. Specialty cakes and desserts available for all occasions.

73 Spring Street, Charleston, SC 29403 tel 843.327.2621 www.wildflourpastrycharleston.com CATERING

Cru Catering Eclectic Modern American Cuisine More than just a catering service, we present a team of event specialists and culinary experts who will assist you in creating the ultimate experience - from hors d’oeuvres to specialty beverages and multiple course menus for events large and small.

Voted Best Caterer 2001 - 2014

by Charleston City Paper Readers.

Voted the Best of Weddings Pick by The Knot

1784 Harmon Street, Charleston, SC 29405 tel 843.534.2433 email: info@crucatering.com www.crucatering.com see our ad page 44

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Food with Friends Commune Charleston A community dining experience with local ingredients and chefs. www.communecharleston.com Guerilla Cuisine An underground dinner party at a “pop up” restaurant with a unique location, great music, art and a 6 or 7-course meal. www.guerrillacuisine.com

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RESTAURANTS

Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit A small, grab & go eatery serving piping hot Callie’s award-winning biscuits, pimento cheese sandwiches, and other locally inspired breakfast, lunch treats.

476 1/2 King St, Charleston, SC 29403 tel 843.737.5159 www.callieshotlittlebiscuit.com Charleston Grill by Belmond

This Sud’s for You Charleston Beer Garden Saturday, May 16, 2015 Charleston’s largest pop-up beer festival featuring craft brews, beer Olympics games, homebrewers, live music and more.

The Grove at Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum www.charlestonbeergarden.com CHSbeer.org An online resource for all things related to craft beer in and around Charleston. www.chsbeer.org

SC Girls Pint Out A community of women who love craft beer. Join other likeminded women looking to increase their knowledge of beer and enjoy superior suds. www.girlspintout.org

Chef Michelle Weaver has created an exciting menu that incorporates tradition without being bound by it, then adds a few touches of the delightfully unexpected. The menu, which changes regularly, is divided into four categories: Pure, Lush, Southern, and Cosmopolitan, each section beautifully reflecting its title, or allow the chef to create your own special tasting menu. But don’t let that stop you from mixing and matching from the categories. In fact, we encourage it.

224 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.577.4522 / email: charlestongrill.cph@belmond.com www.charlestongrill.com Cru Café Charleston’s home to some of the best gourmet comfort food in the Lowcountry, Cru Café is a culinary destination off the beaten path in a classic 18th century Charleston single-style home. Cru Café and its award-winning Cru Catering division are consistently ranked as top eateries by locals and tourists alike. From our famous Four Cheese Macaroni to our tasty Thai Seafood Risotto, we feature something for everyone. And if you’re in the mood for lighter fare, try our Chinese Chicken Salad or Duck Confit Salad. Guests of the restaurant can enjoy daily specials, indoor and outdoor porch seating, a wine list tailored to the varied menu and rich, mouthwatering desserts.

We invite to stop in and enjoy a delicious meal with us today.

Lunch: Tues - Sat, 11 am - 3 pm; Dinner Tues - Thurs, 5 - 10 pm & Fri & Sat, 5 - 11 pm

18 Pinckney Street, Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.534.2434 / www.crucafe.com SPECIALTY FOODS

Artisan Meat Share Offering Cypress’ Chef Craig Deihl’s farm-fresh, seasonal, award-winning meats, gourmet sandwiches, fresh butcher shop products, house-made condiments and more.

33 Spring Street, Charleston, SC 29403 tel 843.641.7299 www.artisanmeatsharecharleston.com

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106 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.4802526 www.goatsheepcow.com GrowFood Carolina Connects growers to local grocers, restaurants, community organizations and institutions, to make local and healthy food more accessible to the entire community.

990 Morrison Drive, Charleston, SC 29403 tel 843.727.0091 / email: info@growfoodcarolina.com www.growfoodcarolina.com

Spirited Events Middleton Place Wine Strolls Wednesdays, April - May Sip and stroll in a different garden location each week while sampling old and new world wines. www.middletonplace.org Old Towne Creek Park Wine Down Wednesdays and Brewsday Tuesdays April - May & September - October Drinks, food and live in a beautiful setting www.ccpr.com

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CHILDREN’S FASHION

Angels and Rascals The Lowcountry’s favorite place to shop for gently-used, children’s clothing, maternity, & toys! Visit us on Facebook to keep up to date on our ever-changing inventory. Angels and Rascals now offers brand new, gift items like aden + anais, Itzy Ritzy, eeBoo & more! Have some barely worn items your kiddos have outgrown? Bring them in and let us make you an offer to buy them outright from you OR consign them and earn 50% off the selling price of your item(s)! It’s your choice!

Please visit angelsandrascals.com for details on how to prepare your items for drop off.

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1200 B Queensborough (in the Publix Shopping Center, behind Chick-Fil-A), Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 tel 843.606.2980 / email: erin@angelsandrascals.com www.AngelsandRascals.com see our ad page 27 Southern Belles

Festival Family Picks Family Day at Marion Square Sat, May 23; 10 am - 3 pm Music, hands-on activities, family-friendly fare, arts and crafts, activities and performances. Free.

Charleston Carifest Children’s Carnival Sat, May 30; 11 am Parade from Ann Street to Marion Square. Free.

Sand Sculpting Competition Sat, May 30; 9 am - 1 pm Coordinator Chris Tindal Front Beach at IOP is transformed as artists use sand and water to create works of art. Free.

Yo Art Project On display May 1 - June 8 Exhibition at the Main Library on Calhoun Street featuring works by kids ages of 8-14 from local Title One Schools. Free.

A Children’s Clothier Voted Best Children’s Shop 10 Years in a Row! Traditional, yet up-to-date clothing, sizes preemie to 16.

Smocked apparel • Zutano • Kissy Kissy • Mulberribush • Anavini • Eland Kids • J Bailey • Busy Bees • Laundry, Malley Couture • Laundry • Le Za Me • Bella Bliss • Kayce Hughes • Johnnie O • Auraluz & More!

Gift items: Beatriz Ball Baby & Christening Gifts • Little Giraffe • 3 Marthas • Noodle & Boo • Gund • Bunnies By The Bay • Monogramming Services for items purchased in our shop as well as those bought elsewhere.

Southern Belles Shoes: an extensive selection of children’s shoes for any occasion, including Tsukihoshi • Lelli Kelly • Kid Express • Sun Sandals • L’Amour • Angels • Yosi Samra • Hanna Anderson • Livie & Luca• See Kai Run • Umi • Pazitos • Polo • Footmates and more. Cotillion dresses, shoes & gloves available in stock and in additional colors by special order. Join our email list to be the first to know about new arrivals, sales, events and promotions. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.

280 W. Coleman Boulevard, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 (Northcutt Plaza Specialty Shops) tel 843.881.1741 www.southernbelleschildren.com see our ad page 33

Nine interactive exhibits, including a two-story Medieval Castle, a pirate ship and a dedicated Art Room, allow your children to explore the arts, sciences and humanities through their own hands-on experiences. Weekly classes expose children to the arts, movement and foreign languages.

25 Ann Street, Charleston, SC 29403 tel 843.853.8962 / www.explorecml.org Charleston RiverDogs Youth Baseball Camp Learn from the pros at the 2015 Charleston RiverDogs youth baseball camp. The camp is great for beginners and little sluggers alike. Basic skills are taught by current RiverDogs players and coaches with an emphasis on FUN. Camp week closes with an on field recognition prior to a RiverDogs game.

The Joe, 360 Fishburne St, Charleston, SC 29403 tel 843.723.7241 / www.rileyparkevents.com MATERNITY CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES

Angels and Rascals Offering The Lowcountry’s ONLY selection of maternity consignment. At Angels and Rascals, find everything from designer jeans, to everyday essentials for a fraction of retail!

1200 B Queensborough (in the Publix Shopping Center, behind Chick-Fil-A), Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 tel 843.606.2980 / www.AngelsandRascals.com

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ENTERTAINMENT

Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry

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Get the kids in their bathing suits and whip up a batch of bubbles or sidewalk paint. They can get as messy as they want, just let them play in the sprinkler to get clean.

Best Bubble Solution ❑ 1 cup water ❑ 2 tablespoons Light Karo™ syrup or 2 tablespoons glycerin ❑ 4 tablespoons dishwashing liquid Mix together, pull out your bubble wand and have fun.

Add liquid food coloring for colored bubbles.

Sidewalk Paint ❑ 2 Cups Cornstarch ❑ 2 Cups Water ❑ Food Coloring Mix together cornstarch and water and poor a 1/2 cup of mixture into cups or muffin tins. A dd food coloring to each 1/2 cup to achieve desired color. Use a large paint brush to paint.

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LOWCOUNTRY WOMEN RECOMMENDED

BOUTIQUES

Anne’s Anne’s has been the downtown destination store for generations of women who understand that quality apparel and personal service from a knowledgeable staff is what maximizes a shopping experience. Anne’s carries fabulous jewelry and complete accessories to compliment their selections of clothing lines for everyday, party dresses, business wear, casual attire, evening gowns and stunning jackets.

312 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.577.3262 www.annesdowntown.com

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Beba Luxe Timeless, contemporary, easy-to-wear and unique clothing, jewelry and accessories.

1962 Maybank Highway, Charleston, SC 29412 tel 843.762.5412 / www.bebaluxe.com Berlins for Women

Beat the Heat Business Attire ❑ Wear light-colors to reflect heat. ❑ Stick to natural fibers like linen and cotton. ❑ Check out cropped-pant suits. ❑ Keep a jacket or cardigan handy for air conditioned offices. ❑ Wear a tunic and dress it up or down. ❑ Opt for skirts instead of slacks to allow air to circulate. ❑ Try out simple yet stylish up-dos: a chignon, French twist, French braid, bun, etc. ❑ Carry blotting papers and powder face frequently. ❑ Wear light makeup to prevent the runny, blotchy look that heat can cause. ❑ Try a lighter fragrance; heavy perfumes tend to cloy in the heat.

A Charleston mainstay featuring contemporary clothing for women.

116 King Street Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.723.5591 Hampden Clothing 314 King Street Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.724.6373 / www.hampdenclothing.com Mary Mojo 1405 Ben Sawyer Blvd # 104, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 tel 843.388.2868 / www.marymojo.com The Shops at Belmond Charleston Place From Godiva and Gucci to Louis Vuitton and Tommy Bahama, The Shops at Belmond Charleston Place are an exclusive collection of world-famous stores nestled in the heart of Charleston’s downtown shopping district. With more than 30 different shops and restaurants, The Shops at Belmond Charleston Place provide a diverse selection of covetable items for every interest.

130 Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401 www.charlestonplaceshops.com

Get ready to spice up your wardrobe this season with Pantone’s Color of the Year!

Whether you’re dressing up for business or cooling down for the summer, marsala is the perfect color to throw into your look. This wine red meets purple is a perfect accent to any outfit and can give you that edge you’re looking for.

Tiger Eye & Drusy Pendant Necklace Peyton William www.peytonwilliam.com Downtown Charleston Location: 123 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401 Kiawah location in Freshfields Village: 149 Village Green Lane, Kiawah Island, SC 29455

843-724-7061

Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars in Burgundy Converse, Tanger Outlet www.tangeroutlet.com/charleston/ 4840 Tanger Outlet Blvd.

843.529.3095

Carrie Crossbody Marsala Taxidermy Handmade Handbags www.shoptaxidermy.com

Stella Nova West Ashley - Mt Pleasant www.stella-nova.com

West Ashley: 2048 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29407

843.766.6233

Mt Pleasant: 1320 Theater Drive, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

843.884.3838

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home & garden

LOWCOUNTRY WOMEN RECOMMENDED

FLOORING & RUGS

John Griffiths Hardwood Flooring South Carolina’s premier hardwood flooring installer and refinisher offering beautiful flooring on any budget. With over 25 types of flooring to choose from, you too can enjoy the mark of a craftsman. Hardwood, tile & leather flooring installation. • Hardwood flooring repairs • Handmade parquets & borders • Shoe Molding • Charleston’s Antique Wax Finish • Woodblock countertops • Dustfree sanding & refinishing John Griffiths Hardwood flooring would love to work with you.

tel 843.442.5366 / email: john@jghardwood.com www.jghardwood.com Zinn Rug Gallery 30 years of providing the best.

Nese Zinn, owner, travels the world hand selecting each and every rug, chosen for its age, color, condition and design. Our dedicated and well informed staff is happy to help you choose the art for your floors.

767 Coleman Boulevard, Number 4, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 tel 843.856.5066 email: zinnruggallery@comcast.net www.zinnruggallery.com FRAMING

Artizom Frame Gallery Artizom is a custom picture frame gallery conveniently located in the heart of downtown Charleston at 334 East Bay Street.

Locally owned and operated for nearly 10 years, the husband and wife team are both native Charlestonians who graduated from the fine art department at the College of Charleston. They offer museum quality, conservation framing for fine art, photographs, prints, posters, mirrors, textiles and collectibles as well as the replacement of broken picture frame glass.

Hours: Monday – Friday, 10 am - 6 pm; Saturday, 11 am - 5 pm Ansonborough Shopping Center, 334 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.723.3726 / www.artizom.com

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FURNISHING & ACCESSORIES

GDC Home A one stop shop for all of your home’s needs, indoor and out. Home Furnishings, Upholstery, Lighting, Outdoor Furniture, Accessories. Come see one of our design consultants for a free in-store consultation.

Dirtiest Kitchen Items Do you think your kitchen is clean? The non-profit science organization NSF International analyzed samples from the kitchens of 20 families for E. coli, salmonella, yeast, mold and listeria. The results showed that E Coli and salmonella were found in 25% of samples, Yeast and Mold were found in 100% of samples and Listeria was found in 10% of samples.

The areas the study identified as being the dirtiest: 1. Refrigerator Vegetable & Meat Compartments 2. Blender Gasket 3. Can Openers 4. Rubber spatula 5. Stove Knobs 6. Kitchen Counter 7. Kitchen Sink 8. Coffee Maker 9. Refrigerator Ice & Water Dispensers 10. Rubber Seals on Food Storage Containers

Charleston: 1290 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard Charleston, SC 29407 tel 843.571.5142 Mt Pleasant: 695 Coleman Blvd. Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 tel 843.849.0711 Kiawah: 420 Freshfields Drive Johns Island, SC 29455 tel 843.768.4246 / www.gdchome.com Main Street Antiques Antiques, Consignment & Unique Gifts Over 6500 sq ft with new items arriving daily.

Open Monday - Saturday, 10:30 am - 5 pm 200-A North Main Street, Summerville, SC tel 843.879.9529 see our ad page 37 GARDENING & LANDSCAPING

O’Dell Landscaping A family-owned, landscaping company that understands the Low Country’s unique micro-climate and the art of fine gardening.

Garden Maintenance • Decorative Masonry Irrigation • Garden Renovation & Design We look forward to creating a timeless, personalized landscape for you and your family.

tel 843.556.7333 email: odelllandscaping@comcast.net www.odelllandscaping.com see our ad page 37 GIFT SHOPS

Sweet Olive A Unique gifts and home and garden accents including the Original Charleston Bedswing. Our offerings include home decor items, beautiful pots, fountains, bird houses and feeders, terrariums, outdoor/ indoor rugs, statuary, orchids and tropicals and more. Sprucing up your home for the holidays? We can plant your pots, hanging baskets, and window boxes for you.

264 N Shelmore Boulevard in I’on, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 tel 843.216.2821 email: melinda@sweetolivegarden.com www.sweetolivegarden.com The Boutique A Charleston shopping institution which has been around Church Street for over 50 years. We love to help all generations of Charleston ladies and their friends with their gifts, linens and lingerie.

47 Broad Street, Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.722.1441 www.theboutiquecharleston.com

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Windows • Ornamental Glass • Shower Enclosures • Glass Cutting and More

1606 Meeting Street Road, North Charleston, SC 29405 tel 843.853.8911 HANDYMEN & CONTRACTORS

Young Oakes Benjamin Oakes Small repairs and home improvements.

From changing lightbulbs to building a new house call to discuss your project.

tel 843.225.8250 email: youngoakes@gmail.com INTERIOR DESIGNERS

Ginger Brewton Interiors Full service, high-end residential and commercial interior design Chic, Comfortable, Sophisticated Named one of the 20 designers to watch (2010) in the US by House Beautiful magazine.

76 Spring Street, Charleston, SC 29403 tel 843.270.7491 email: info@gingerbrewtoninteriors.com www.gingerbrewtoninteriors.com PEST SERVICES

Barrier Pest Services We offer lifetime termite bonds, guaranteed pest control services, moisture services, and Cl-100 reports.

7335 Cross County Road, North Charleston, SC 29419 tel 843.225.8250 / email: trip@barrierpestservices.com www.barrierpestservices.com PLUMBERS

Blitch Plumbing Servicing the Lowcountry for over 70 years.

24 hour emergency service available.

tel 843.795.9674 email: info@blitchplumbing.com www.blitchplumbing.com REAL ESTATE

Crissy Rowell Real Estate Carolina One Real Estate

195 W Coleman Boulevard, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 tel 843.377.5177 email: crissy.rowell@carolinaone.com www.CrissyRowell.com

Mosquito Free Naturally • According to the CDC, oil of lemon eucalyptus is as effective as DEET for up to 6 hours after application. Look for a storebought option or make your own by diluting 10 – 20 drops of pure oil of lemon eucalyptus by mixing it into your favorite moisturizing lotion or sunscreen or filling a small spritz bottle with 10 – 20 drops of the oil and witch hazel. Be sure to test on a small area of your skin to make sure it is compatible with your chemistry and to wash off skin when you come indoors.

• Incorporate mosquito repelling plants – Citronella, Lemon Eucalyptus, Cinnamon, Castor and Rosemary – into your landscape.

• Get rid of stagnant water near your home and make sure your grass and shrubbery stay trimmed.

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GLASS & WINDOWS

Glass Act Productions

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WildFlour Pastry Specialty cakes and desserts available for all occasions.

73 Spring Street, Charleston, SC 29403 tel 843.327.2621 www.wildflourpastrycharleston.com see our ad page 27 BARTENDING SERVICES

ICEBOX Bar Services Outstanding, high quality event bar services offering fresh, innovative and exciting beverage ideas. Our many packages offer the ability to customize bar service to accommodate your every need. We are committed to delivering the best quality service and products with expert bartenders trained in the latest techniques of mixology, speed techniques, and customer service. Now offering free beverage consultations and client cocktail tastings.

Professional & Friendly • Fully Insured Standard & Tailored Bar Packages

2220 Old School Drive, Charleston, SC 29405 tel 843.407.0473 email: info@iceboxbar.com www.iceboxbar.com see our ad page 43 BRIDAL BEAUTY

The Spa at Belmond Charleston Place Located on the 4th Floor of Charleston Place Hotel, in the heart of downtown Charleston.

205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401 tel 843.937.8522 www.charlestonplace.com See our ad page 5 Stella Nova Spa Salon West Ashley - Mt. Pleasant Stella Nova is the bridal expert, let us prepare you for the aisle.Bridal Gifts, Bridal Suite.

Outcall Hair & Make-Up.

West Ashley: 843.766.6233 2048 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29407 www.facebook.com/stellanova.wa Mt. Pleasant: 843.884.3838 1320 Theater Drive, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 www.facebook.com/stellanova.mtp see our ad page 3 CONTINUED...

Wedding Cake Traditions • Wedding guests in the Middle Ages brought cakes and stacked them on top of each other. If the stack stayed upright when the bride and groom kissed over the stack, it was considered an extra good luck omen.

This is most likely where the bride-and-groom-topped wedding cake originated.

• In the 19th century, the wedding cake was multi-purposed – the bottom tier was for the wedding reception, the middle tier was given away, and the top was saved for the christening of the couple’s first child, which was expected soon to follow the wedding day. That tradition continues today when newlyweds save the top tier of their cake to enjoy on their first anniversary.

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BAKERIES

Ashley Bakery 1662 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407 tel 843.763.4125 www.ashleybakery.com

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Venue ❏ Can the facility comfortably accommodate the size of the wedding or the number of guests invited? ❏ Does the site have handicap access? ❏ Is there a power source where you need it to be? ❏ Does it have restroom facilities? ❏ Is it heated and/or air-conditioned? ❏ Is there a room available for the bride to change clothes or freshen up? ❏ How much is the total rental fee and what does it include? ❏ Is there a time limit on our reception? ❏ Do you provide a discount on hotel rooms?

(If location is a hotel). ❏ Do you provide tables, chairs, china, linens, glassware and/or flatware?

Photographer ❏ What is your photographic style? (journalistic, artistic, traditional) ❏ How many weddings have you worked on and do you have a portfolio of your work that I can look through? ❏ Do you shoot film or digital? Do you use color and/or black and white film? What kind of equipment will you be using? ❏ What packages are offered and what is included in each?

How many hours do they include and what is the cost for additional time and photos? ❏ Do your packages include a Bridal Portrait? ❏ How much is the deposit and when is it due? ❏ Will you be taking the pictures yourself or do you have an assistant? How early will you come and do you charge extra for extended times? ❏ What kind of input do we have on the pictures taken, and can we provide you with a list of shots to get? ❏ Do you provide touch up, photo correction or editing services? Is there an extra charge for that? ❏ How is the final product delivered? Prints, on disk, in an album? Will I be able to share the images online with my family and friends?Are these extra costs? ❏ How much do you charge for reprints or enlargements? ❏ Can I buy the negatives from you?

Will I have ownership of images?

Videographer ❏ What packages are offered and what is included in each? ❏ How many hours do they include? What is the cost for additional time? ❏ Will you have available backup equipment in the event of difficulties or problems? ❏ How many cameras will be covering the events? ❏ Can friends or family purchase copies? If so, how much do they cost? ❏ Will the event be placed on DVD? How many copies will I receive?

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Caterer ❏ What is the ratio of staff to guests? ❏ Are there extra charges for buffet servers, champagne toasts, cake cutting, etc? ❏ What equipment do you provide? ❏ Do you provide tables and chairs? Is this extra? ❏ Do you have china, linens, glassware and flatware available? ❏ How many weddings will you be catering on my wedding day? ❏ Do you have pictures of the past events? ❏ Do we have to be available when food and equipment is delivered? ❏ Have you worked with my reception venue previously? ❏ Are we able to have a tasting prior to the event?

Baker ❏ Do you “custom-make” cakes based on individual preferences? ❏ Can I see pictures of your work? ❏ If I see a cake in a magazine that I like, can you create it? ❏ What cake flavors do you have?

What do you recommend? ❏ What types of icing do you recommend? ❏ If you are using fresh flowers for the cake, will the baker or florist provide them and will they already be in place or is the florist responsible? ❏ Will you place the wedding cake topper? ❏ What is the price per serving? ❏ Are we able to have a tasting prior to the event? ❏ Do we have to be available when cake is delivered? ❏ Do you provide the cake stand? Is there a fee? ❏ Do you offer a discount for groom's cakes?

Florist ❏ Do you have a portfolio and a list of referrals? ❏ Have you handled events of my size wedding before? ❏ What type of design do you specialize in? ❏ Have you worked with my ceremony location & venue previously? ❏ Are you able to provide samples of flowers that will be used? ❏ Which flowers do you recommend? ❏ Do you handle delivery and set up? ❏ If I use flowers on my cake, can you work with my baker?

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Unveiling Veils

Celebrate your favorite bride’s upcoming nuptials with a day of beauty and bonding the bridal party will never forget.

Sweet 185 is the ideal sweet spot to gather the girls for a quiet, peaceful moment to honor the bride while indulging in luxurious, organic body treatments.

Allow our Sweet Concierge to coordinate the perfect Organic treatment package for your day.

Sweet 185

The veil was originally worn

by Roman brides. It was thought that it would disguise the bride and therefore outwit malevolent spirits.

Ancient Roman brides wore bunches of herbs under their veils as symbols of fidelity.

Types of Veils ❑ Mantilla: Tulle with lace at its hem; draped over the entire head ❑ Blusher: A short veil that covers the bride’s face; usually does not extend past a bride’s chin ❑ Flyaway: Stiff, short veil ❑ Ballerina: Straight, tulle veil that does not extend past the ankle ❑ Cathedral: Very full veil; its length can be measured in feet ❑ Elbow: Full, tulle veil that extends to the elbows The Right Fit ❑ When selecting a wedding veil, consider your height, and the details and length of your dress. ❑ If under 5’4”, an elbow-length veil is ideal. ❑ Those over 5’7” should consider a veil that reaches to the fingertips. ❑ And for those brides who fall in between, either style will work.

Veil Alternatives ❑ Flowers ❑ Feathers ❑ Antique clip or brooch ❑ Hat or Fascinator

476 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403 tel 843.329.3500 www.MySweet185.com see our ad page 3 CATERING

Cru Catering Eclectic Modern American Cuisine Cru Catering offers full-service customized catering, including weddings, meetings, special events and private parties. We coordinate pre-planned menus for groups of all sizes. Find out why we’ve been voted Charleston’s Best Caterer for more than a decade.

Voted Best Caterer 2001 - 2014 by Charleston City Paper readers. Voted the Best of Weddings 2010 - 2012 Pick by The Knot Chef John Zucker, 1st in Class, Cordon Bleu Graduate

1784 Harmon Street, Charleston, SC 29403 tel 843.534.CHEF (2433) www.crucatering.com see our ad page 43 CHILDREN’S WEAR

Southern Belles Exquisite and Unique Children’s Attire & Gifts for Weddings and Special Occasions

280 W. Coleman Boulevard, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 (Northcutt Plaza Specialty Shops) tel 843.881.1741/ www.southernbellesonline.com See our ad page 33

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WEDDING EVENT VENUES

Marriage License

Make your wedding a truly special occasion aboard the Carolina Queen – one of Charleston’s most unique event locations. Whether you’re planning a rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony or wedding reception, delight your guests with exceptional service, delicious food and the ever-changing views of Charleston’s picturesque harbor as you cruise on Charleston’s only Paddlewheel Riverboat.

Carolina Queen

Berkeley County You will need: Social Security Card; A valid driver’s license, SC ID card or current military ID card. $50 (cash only) Application Fee. 24 Hour waiting period before license is issued.

9 am – 5 pm 300 California Ave, Monks Corner, 29461 843.719.4519 Charleston County You will need: A valid driver’s license, SC ID card or current military ID card.

Bride and groom must appear together. $70 (cash only) Application Fee. 24 Hour waiting period before license is issued.

8:30 am – 4:30 pm 100 Broad Street, Ste. 469, Charleston, 29401 843.958.5182 Dorchester County You will need: Social Security Card; A valid driver’s license, SC ID card or current military ID card.

Bride and groom must appear together. $40 (cash only) Application Fee. 24 Hour waiting period before license is issued.

8:30 am – 4:30 pm 5200 East Jim Bilton Blvd, St George, SC 29477 843.851.5785

tel 843.722.1112 or 800.344.4483 email: sales@charlestonharbortours.com www.charlestonharbortours.com Harbour Club Located in the heart of historic Charleston, the 200-year-old building and rooftop terrace offer an atmosphere symbolic of southern hospitality for parties of to 250. Allow us to create a day to carry you through forever.

35 Prioleau Street, Charleston, SC, 29401 tel 843.723.9680 / www.harbour-charleston.com see our ad page 45 WEDDING RENTALS

EventHaus EventHaus is a complete event rental resource for weddings, corporate events, private parties and festivals, offering the widest range of products in the region. From hand crafted wood bars to linens, fine china and tents, EventHaus has you covered. Experience unrivaled service, selection, and style—all served up with a dose of southern hospitality.

2220 Old School Dr., Charleston, SC 29405 tel 843.497.0473 email: info@EventHausRentals.com www.EventHausRentals.com see our ad page 42 PDA: Production Design Associates PDA has been providing audio, lighting, staging and design for over 20 years to an important roster of clientele. Our experienced team creatively works with our clients, pulling from our extensive inventory and knowledge, to build a unique and memorable event. We know you only have one shot at getting it right in the event world – find out why clients trust us to handle their technical details. Creativity, professionalism, and a warehouse full of gear. We’re PDA. email: info@pdastage.com

2799 Three Lakes Road, North Charleston, SC 29418 tel 843.554.3466 email: info@pdastage.com www.pdastage.com see our ad page 45

Water’s Edge Dentistry

Excellence in Cosmetic, Restorative & Family Dentistry

Dr. Nicole Dahlkemper

"Dr. D" proudly uses her award-winning talents to serve the Lowcountry community. Her commitment to excellence extends from her practice and into her service work.

• Awarded Award ded d ffellowship ellllowshi hip with ith the the Pierre Pierre Fauchard Fauch hard dA Academy cad demy in in March March h 2015 2015 (above). (abov b e)) This honor is presented by invitation only to those who have made outstanding contributions to the dental profession and served their communities in an honorable way.

• Earned Fellowship with Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies.

• Incisal Edge Magazine's Top 40 Dentists Under 40 • Best of 2015 for Mount Pleasant Magazine • Featured in Good Housekeeping, New Beauty, Red Book and Woman's Day. • Preferred Invisalign Provider; Non-Surgical TMJ Treatment

WatersEdgeSC.com

843.884.6166 1203 Two Island Court, #101

(just off the Isle of Palms Connector)

Mount Pleasant, SC 29466