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Nina Garner discusses her creative process, how Charleston influences her work, and her show December 7 at the ARK in Awendaw.

Transplanted Sexuality

Our newest blogger, Ben Grenaway, tells the story of how transparency set his sexuality free.

8 Reasons the Holidays with Family Can Fuel Your Creative Fire

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

Thursdays Uncorked

Skip happy hour at your usual watering hole and head to Southern Season in Mount Pleasant for a worldly (and fun) way to enjoy some vino.

November Playlist

Introducing you to some local music through the evil world of Spotify.

Romancing the Palate

Bring back the days when a duck was a duck. And lamb was a sheep and not a sheep in wolves' clothing. Now, as an avid food-label reader, I am learning that less is best!

The Things Jack Said to Me

Jack's Cafe: From Georgetown to George Street

9 Questions with YOGAPOP Founder Becca Finley

The Charleston area is busting at the seams with amazing teachers and places to practice. YOGAPOP 3 promises to bring us all together for a night of yoga, music, and fun Will you be there?

6 Questions with Hunter Park

Musician Hunter Park of She Returns From War discusses the November 15 release party for the band's second EP at the Tin Roof

You Didn't Vote for Nikki Haley To Be Your Governor

If you’re a Republican, you didn’t vote for Nikki Haley to be your governor. You voted for her to be the governor of everyone else.

Uber Surge Prices Take Customers by Surprise

The popular ride-sharing app faced backlash from customers when their rates increased tenfold on Halloween night.

Matisyahu: Musical and Spiritual Transformation

Matisyahu is not the man you remember from a few years back. Check out how he's changed and how his music reflects his spiritual (and literal) journey.

The Top 10 Secrets to Happiness According to Pope Francis

Wait! Before you hastily exit out of our site, think again. You'll actually want to read this.

Fall 2014 Hair and Beauty Trends

Ditch the jewel tones, and let our beauty blogger Spencer keep you on trend for fall (two words: pastels and metallics).

Divorcing Mother Nature

Shep Rose takes a look into what he believes is the demise of naturalism.

Run 10 Feed 10

Run for a reason.

Live and Let Live

A thought-provoking open letter on the current state of #menswear, how our society is flawed by it, and how to fix it.

Halloween Makeup Tutorial: Finding Your Spirit Animal

Look spook-tacular this Halloween with a devilishly easy DIY look.

How to be Successful and Happy—Starting Now

Kickstart your Monday on a positive note with Charleston Grit's newest blogger, whole-health coach Katie Ashley.

Inaugural Carolina Surf Film Festival Rides Into James Island

A recap of the first Carolina Surf Film Festival, which brought together local charities and artists for a weekend of fun on James Island.

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