THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
LOW COUNTRY Vol. 3
SCAN QR CODE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE ONLINE Bar Guide & Event Schedule
TABLE OF CON TENT S
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LGBTQ ARTICLE
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RESTAURANT GUIDE
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
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BAR GUIDE
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LGBTQ ORGS & ATTRACTIONS
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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GOOD FOR BSINESS U S I NESS GOOD FOR BU Protecting LGBTQ Americans from Discrimination is Good for Business Business leaders know that protecting every American from discrimination is good for the economy. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender adults have a combined buying power of $884 billion dollars, and business leaders know that today’s generation of consumers prefer to shop at businesses that support gay and transgender people. Business leaders across the nation are leading the charge to secure nondiscrimination protections for gay and transgender people. Fairness for All Hardworking Americans • Gay and transgender people are our neighbors, co-workers, friends, and family. Hardworking Americans deserve to be treated fairly and equally under the law. Sadly, too many hardworking Americans are facing discrimination in areas like employment, housing and public accommodations, just because they are gay or transgender. • America is a land of opportunity and freedom, where people who work hard and meet their responsibilities have the chance to get ahead. Everyone deserves the freedom to achieve the American Dream, including gay and transgender citizens. Respecting Our Coworkers and Getting the Job Done • What’s most important is focusing on what we have in common, taking pride in our work, respecting our coworkers, serving customers, and getting the job done. • Employees should be judged on their qualifications, experience, and the job they do – nothing more, nothing less. Non-Discrimination Protections Are Good for Business • Business leaders across the nation, including conservative leaders, agree: Discrimination is bad for business. Today’s top job creators seek states and communities that are welcoming to everyone, including their families, employees and customers. • When every American is given the opportunity to work hard and earn a living, our economy, communities and nation succeed. To download a PDF version of this resource, go online and visit: freedomforallamericans.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/BusinessBackgrounderFFAA.pdf
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RESTAURANT GUI DE Low Country Fish Camp Cozy, rustic bar/eatery with a country vibe & seafood plates, plus daily specials & outdoor seating. 903 Central Ave, Summerville, SC
Hank’s Seafood Restaurant Bustling eatery & bar serving up seafood, including raw-bar items, in a grand, classic setting. 10 Hayne St, Charleston, SC
Blacksheep Unpretentious eatery with a wood-fired oven preparing creative international dishes & desserts. 1216 Boundary St, Beaufort, SC
Peninsula Grill Renowned hotel eatery serving elevated Southern fare in a roomy, posh space. 112 N Market St, Charleston, SC Slightly North of Broad Restaurant Modern Southern & Lowcountry cuisine served in an airy, 18th-century warehouse. 192 E Bay St 1st Floor, Charleston, SC
Saltus River Grill Sophisticated eatery with wood grill, sleek bar & extensive wine list serves steak, seafood & sushi. 802 Bay St STE C, Beaufort, SC
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant Refined eatery with daily live music & Lowcountry fare cooked using ingredients from nearby farms. 199 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen Southern coastal cuisine is prepared at this bustling, no-frills beach grill with a full bar & deck. 31 J C Long Blvd, Isle of Palms, SC
The Ordinary This 1920s bank now houses an upscale seafood restaurant with high ceilings, large windows & a bar. 544 King St, Charleston, SC
Grumpy Goat Seafood Cantina Mexican fare & seafood plus weekend brunch at a casual local hangout with ample TVs & a patio. 1023 Harbor View Rd, Charleston, SC
Circa 1886 Restaurant Romantic pick with a seasonal & local menu of elevated Lowcountry cuisine plus extensive wine list. 149 Wentworth St, Charleston, SC
Charleston Grill Opulent hotel destination for upscale Southern-French dishes plus wine pairings. 224 King St, Charleston, SC
Husk An ever-changing menu of locally sourced Southern dishes served in a restored Victorian-era home. 76 Queen St, Charleston, SC
FIG Elevated takes on Southern classics with seasonal ingredients served in an upscale-bistro setting 232 Meeting St, Charleston, SC
82 Queen A swanky bar & intimate courtyard help make this refined Southern spot a special occasion favorite. 82 Queen St, Charleston, SC
LoLA Cajun- & Creole-style seafood doled out in hip digs with garage door windows, a full bar & patio. 4830 O’Hear Ave, North Charleston, SC
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE MAY
for a fresh menu of delicious food and drinks from our fully staffed bar. Be sure to grab your tickets early! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAY 16
MYSTERIES ON THE MOVE: SCAVENGER HUNT
MAY 29
A fun filled murder mystery scavenger hunt throughout Charleston! Gather the clues – outdoors and on the move – while visiting historical sites throughout the city! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
BLUE ON THE RIVER ALL WHITE AFFAIR
The Blue note bistro will kick off its 3rd year celebration week of festivities at the beautiful riverfront park, with an exclusive all white affair. Live bands, multiple DJ’s, food vendors & more. Details at eventbrite.com.
MAY 19
RED VELVET BURLESQUE SHOW CHARLESTON’S #1 VARIETY & CABARET SHOW IN SC
JUNE
Come see our Charleston burlesque dancers put on their best burlesque and cabaret performances for your entertainment. We have the most interesting and unmatched burlesque talents in the industry. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUN 2
PRIDE POETRY & OPEN MIC
Join us for our second-annual Pride Poetry stage at Commonhouse Aleworks! Share your verse or come support others who are reading, plus listen to the three feature readers throughout the evening. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAY 20
FIERCE AND FROTHY DRAG SHOW
Join us! The Ladies are back with a energy packed show featuring Avaria Kass, Medusa Chaos, Elena Devour, Victoria Vixen and Diamond Giovanni! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUN 4
ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW: PARK CIRCLE PRIDE EDITION Charleston’s Absent Friends head to Itinerant Literate for Park Circle Pride for a shadow cast performance of The Rocky Horror Picture Show! There will be a pride costume contest, raffle basket and tons of great prizes to win! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAY 22
THE LADIES OF TRIO DRAG BRUNCH MAY
Anyone 21 and over who is a fan of drag queens and brunch can join us
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BAR GU ID E Recovery Room Tavern No-frills bar offering pinball, darts, pool & bocce, along with wings, sandwiches & beer. 685 King St, Charleston, SC Dudley’s Energetic LGBT-friendly hangout with drag performances, karaoke, billiards & dancing. 42 Ann St, Charleston, SC Mynt Sleek nightclub with mint-colored booths & hardwood floors offering daily specials & dancing. 135 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC Faculty Lounge Low-key, convivial cocktail lounge offering beer specials, tap wine & bar snacks, plus dance nights. 391 Huger St, Charleston, SC The Belmont Classic black & white films are projected on the wall of this chic bar offering creative cocktails. 511 King St, Charleston, SC
The Sparrow Hip, quirky place for cocktails & live music, with pinball machines & offbeat murals. 1078 E Montague Ave suite d, North Charleston, SC Victor Social Club (Temp Closed) Stylish haunt offering craft cocktails & a wine list with small plates, raw bar & happy hour. 39F John Street, Hutson Alley, Charleston, SC Big Gun Burger Shop & Bar Compact hideaway with creative burgers, craft drafts, classic cocktails & Southern small plates. 137 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC The Rarebit Bustling eatery crafting American comfort classics, from patty melts to chicken & waffles. 474 King St, Charleston, SC
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Royale restaurant is the ultimate drag dining experience and Charleston’s #1 bachelorette party & gay bachelor party haven! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
PRIDE BAR CRAWL
Come join the awesome after party and try exclusive drink specials with amazing local food! There will be a professional photographer and custom pride badges with vouchers. This is the proudest crawl of the year! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUL 4
THE CAROLINA GIRL- 4TH OF JULY FIREWORK CRUISE
A favorite holiday for Charleston locals and visitors alike; make this year unforgettable! Grab your tickets early and enjoy the unlimited beer/wine and soda bar with a DJ and music all night long! Details at eventbrite.com.
JUN 18
CHARLESTON CARIFEST CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL
Dance through the streets of Charleston in your carnival costume, Mardi Gras style and join the big carnival celebration in the park. Enjoy the savories of the Caribbean, delicious foods and drinks. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUL 16
CHARLESTON CARIBBEAN JERK FESTIVAL
The Charleston Caribbean Jerk Festival is a family friendly event that celebrates the best in Caribbean food, culture and music! We look forward to eating, drinking, and partying with you! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUN 19
2022 LOWCOUNTRY JUNETEENTH WEEK FESTIVAL
Come celebrate with us! Highlighting black owned businesses with curated events throughout the city. The festival will include music, food and a ton of fun! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUL 22
CHARLESTON SUMMER TAKEOVER
Come join us as we dance with the hottest DJ, food trucks and live band. Enjoy a weekend full of eventful parties in the Holy City! We will have the top food trucks and vendors for your enjoyment so bring your money so you can shop at the Melting Pot immediately after the dance party. Details at eventbrite.com.
JULY JUL 1
DIVA ROYALE DRAG QUEEN SHOW
Featuring the finest in Charleston drag queen dinner and brunch shows and female celebrity impersonation. Diva
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LGBTQ COM MU NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
Alliance For Full Acceptance Our mission is to achieve, nurture, and defend equality and full acceptance for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people. To dispel the myths and half-truths that trap us all – about economy, race, and origin; who we can and can’t be; who we can and can’t love; who’s entitled to freedom and expression, and who’s not; who’s valuable, and who’s expendable – and reveal our true essence and pride. Call us at (843) 883-0343 or email info@ affa-sc.org. Web: www.affa-sc.org Charleston Area Transgender Support We offer a place where all members of the transgender community can gather to assist and support each other on our respective journeys. Web: www.chasareatsupport.org
Bisexual Resource Center The Bisexual Resource Center envisions a world where love is celebrated, regardless of sexual orientation or gender expression. Because bisexuals today are still misunderstood, marginalized and discriminated against, the BRC is committed to providing support to the bisexual community and raising public awareness about bisexuality and bisexual people. Web: biresource.org CenterLink – The Community of LGBT Centers CenterLink, The Community of LGBT Centers – CenterLink develops strong, sustainable LGBT community centers and builds a thriving center network that creates healthy, vibrant communities. Web: www.lgbtcenters.org
ADL The ADL’s mission is to stop the defamation of the Jewish people, and to secure justice and fair treatment to all. Full inclusion in society is the only measure of equality. ADL has long worked for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBTQ) rights, opposing discrimination laws and criminalizing and exposing hate crimes. Web: www.adl.org ACLU The American Civil Liberties Union is a nonprofit organization founded in 1920 “to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed to every person in this country by the Constitution and laws of the United States”. The ACLU works to ensure that lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people can live openly without discrimination and enjoy equal rights, personal autonomy, and freedom of expression and association. Web: www.aclu.org
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vendors, food trucks, and entertainment. Enjoy the games, cosplay contest and live graffiti and gallery show. Come join us for the after party with Twitch streamers, Youtubers, Tiktokers and many more! Details at eventbrite.com.
THE DINNER DETECTIVE INTERACTIVE MYSTERY DINNER SHOW
At The Dinner Detective, you’ll tackle a hilarious and challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
AUG 19
SOUL, R&B AND MOTOWN WITH CHARLES GRANT Charles Grant is a premier vocalist with a band comprised of the finest musicians playing the very best Classic Soul, R&B, and Motown hits. Enjoy a night with us at the Forte Jazz Lounge and bring your friends! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
AUGUST AUG 1
BEATS, BREWS, & BINGO! AT BREWLAB
SEPTEMBER
Have your favorite brews, listen to your favorite beats, enjoy some wings and stay for bingo! This event is free to attend so join us for our Monday special! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
SEP 3
SWINGIN’ SINATRA SATURDAY
The Joe Clarke Big Band performs all of your favorite Sinatra tunes as well as great classic Big Band Hits. Joe Clarke engages the audience with his intimate performance style and observational humor. There is nothing like this outside of Manhattan. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
AUG 5
ILLUSIONS DRAG QUEEN SHOW
Illusions the Drag Queen Show Charleston is the perfect combination of spectacular burlesque style and comedy performances by the industry’s best celebrity impersonators and the funniest Charleston drag queen hosts you’ll ever have the pleasure of encountering. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
SEP 4
SUNDAY BRUNCH FARMERS MARKET
We’re a year-round family-and-pet friendly market with live music, food trucks and around 50 awesome local vendors! Admission is free so
AUG 6
NERD FEST 2022
Gamer and cosplay focused event with
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ENTERTAINMENT Charleston Gaillard Center.......................5
ORAL SURGEON Charleston Oral and Facial Surgery..........7
FAMILY LAW Collins Family Law Group.........................3
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Charleston Gaillard Center.......................5
INTERACTIVE MUSEUM Friends of the Hunley...............................3
PSYCHOLOGY Tidewater Neuropsychology.....................5
MORTGAGES Acopia Home Loans..................................5
REAL ESTATE Carriage Properties LLC.......................1, 11
MUSEUM Friends of the Hunley...............................3
VENUE Charleston Gaillard Center.......................5
NEUROPSYCHOLOGY Tidewater Neuropsychology.....................5
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EVENT SCH ED ULE come enjoy the music! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
OCT 6
SEP 11
Zane Lamprey’s “LAGER THAN LIFE” comedy tour will have you in stitches! Join us for a night of comedy and delicious craft beer. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
WIZARD FEST PRESENTS WIZARDCON
We are pleased to inform you that you have been invited to Wizard Fest, a wizard themed trivia and dance party! There will also be Vendors, Performers and miscellaneous entertainment throughout the event along with themed cocktails and more! Details at eventbrite.com.
SEP 25
WEDDING FESTIVALS FALL 2022
General admission bride festival attractions: Tons of prizes! The first 600 brides through the door can register for the grand prize giveaway! Opportunities to win a pair of Swarovski Crystal Earrings and Much Much More! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
OCTOBER OCT 2
SWING DANCE NIGHT AT FORTE JAZZ LOUNGE
Join us for a night dedicated to swing dance. Local swing dance legend, Stephen Duane will be on hand to offer dance lessons and pointers for those who wish to learn this fun activity. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
ZANE LAMPREY COMEDY TOUR
OCT 13
PAWS ON THE PATIO TO BENEFIT CHARLESTON ANIMAL SOCIETY Join us for the furriest yappy-hour around! Guests are invited to bring their four-legged friends to enjoy an exclusive happy hour on the patio at Burtons Grill & Bar. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
OCT 28
TRICK OR DRINK: CHARLESTON HALLOWEEN BAR CRAWL
Barcrawlerz is a Charleston bar crawl like no other. Trick or Drink features the best drink specials and the best bars in town! Grab your wristbands, get your drinks and have fun! Details at eventbrite.com.