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Grit-worthy events 1/16–1/18. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Melissa Moore, executive director of We Are Family, opens up about coming out, empowering Charleston's LBGTQ youth, and fighting the good fight.

Weekend Picks 1/9–1/11

Grit-worthy events 1/9–1/11. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Weekend Picks 1/2–1/4

Grit-worthy events 1/2–1/4. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Christmas in Charleston: Events and Happenings

In Charleston for the holidays and not sure what to do? Look no further!

Weekend Picks 12/19–12/21

Grit-worthy events 12/19–12/21. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

6 Questions with Melinda Mead Scharstein

Artist and activist Melinda Mead Scharstein celebrates her first solo exhibit, boiled peanuts, and Trans* Love Fund, whose ladies' arm-wrestling tournament is this Thursday, December 18, at Tin Roof.

StarChefs.com's DC Rising Stars Highlight Two Southern Chefs

Two Southern chefs, one formerly of McCrady's, to be honored this week at a Washington, DC Gala for DC's Rising Star Chefs

A Favorite Resource for Holiday Gifts

You can't go wrong with chocolate treats for teachers, out-of-town relatives, and even the mailman!

Weekend Picks 12/12–12/14

Grit-worthy events 12/12–12/14. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

How NOT to Write and Record a CD

This year my band released our fourth CD. We did it all wrong. Way wrong. So, for anyone who hasn't liked my review of their music, feel free to take shots at mine.

VIDEO: Shepic Fail - Episode 2 | The Fookin Pub

In episode two of Shepic Fail, Gerry Kieran, owner of Seanachai on Johns Island, attempts to transform the guys from barflies to bartenders.

8 Reasons the Holidays with Family Can Fuel Your Creative Fire

Overcome that turkey-induced trytophan coma and channel your creative energy.

The Things Jack Said to Me

Jack's Cafe: From Georgetown to George Street

Justin Townes Earle Charms the Charleston Music Hall

Despite some rude and clueless audience members, Justin Townes Earle managed to charm the crowd at the Charleston Music Hall Sunday night.

Weekend Picks

Grit-worthy events for 11/14–11/16

Facing Up to Chucktown’s Top 3 Facial Insecurities

Blogger Helen Mitternight explores how we mask our least favorite physical traits.

DIY: Charleston-themed Costumes for the Broke & Busy

Halloween's tomorrow, and you have $10 and no costume. Don't worry—procrastination is my specialty.

Run 10 Feed 10

Run for a reason.

DIY: How to Make a Light-up Costume for Halloween, Courtesy of Makelab Charleston

Want to add life to an old costume or just look festive when you take the kids out this year? Lori Simpson of Makelab Charleston shows us cheap ways to look good on Halloween.

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