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When Ansley Pope transitioned, there were things he never realized. "Shit, I'm not going to be a man, I'm going to be a black man."

Libraries: They're for more than just checking out the latest novel for your wine...er, book club. Over the years, libraries have become progressive hubs where individuals can come together to learn about everything from self-publishing to cutting-edge technology, and they often offer free educational workshops, events, and seminars to encourage public participation. Enter the DIY Fest.

Already in its sixth year, Brewvival has quickly evolved into one of the premier craft beer events in the Lowcountry, if not the entire state. Organized by COAST Brewing Co.'s David Merritt and Jaime Tenny and entrepreneurs Scott Shor and Rich Carley (of the Charleston Beer Exchange, Edmund's Oast), the event on Feb. 28 boasted nearly 200 beers from 50 microbreweries on this year's official beer list.

Dead 27s, one of my favorite local bands, prove that not only can they mesmerize onstage, but that they're also awesome dudes to talk to.

The classic rock band Heart gave a superb performance Tuesday night at the PAC, spanning its own catalog and treating the sold-out crowd to some surprises.

Grit-worthy Charleston events 2/27–3/1. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Grit-worthy Charleston events 2/20–2/22. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

How political correctness is killing honesty and creativity

Grit-worthy Charleston events 2/6–2/8. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Check out this secret North Carolina mountain getaway before it is discovered. I'm letting the cat out of the bag.

Review and thoughts about PURE Theatre's production of David Mamet's Pulitzer Prize winner Glengarry Glen Ross, which runs January 23–February 14.

Accompanied by tour mate Matt Woods, Muscle Shoals's Red Mouth, and Charleston's She Returns From War, Rachel Kate wowed the packed house at Royal American last Friday.

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

Recreating the Grateful Dead experience, these guys hit all the right notes.

Joey Killmeyer dishes about must-have products, MAC, and Miley.

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

The end of the year is a time for realizing a salad is always the best choice.

Your guide to the best fuss-free, no-hassle New Year's Eve events in Charleston. Oh yeah, and no cover charge at the door.

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

Sometimes, the ones who make the greatest impact are the ones who say nothing at all.