The Week

Another run of mixed-direction, easterly swell for mid-March

Grit-worthy Charleston events 3/13–3/15. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

You many know Patti, but do you know Pat? In a town where his drag persona takes center stage, Pat Patterson talks about life growing up in a small, conservative enclave and the path paved by politicians that bred in him a desire to serve. In a unique and sometimes unconventional manner, using his stage name as well as his given moniker by birth, he goes above and beyond to give back to and enrich the communities that embrace them both. The resident drag queen of Dudley's on Ann steps aside for this one-on-one interview with the man behind by the makeup.

I speak for many when I say that the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park in Live Oak, Florida, is a home away from home. This time, I got to return to the epic Aura Arts and Music Festival.

Most think that warmer waves and longer days make for better surf. We have to agree.

A stellar run of cold surf for late February continues during the first week of March.

"Goliath was the best thing that ever happened to David." Carla Lynne Hall

The Inaugural Charleston International Jazz Festival rocked the weekend. A little vision, a lot of hard work, and a stellar line up paid off. (Plus, it never hurts to have Quentin's dreads and Charlton's suave gravitas in the mix.)

You don't have to be able to do awe-inspiring yoga tricks to appreciate your strength, resolve, and general awesomeness every time you step on your mat. Here's a sweet little practice that anyone can do. Practice it to boost your spirits and remind yourself that you are perfect exactly as you are!

Scott Carpenter, community manager of Yelp Charleston, explains how volunteering at Charleston Fashion Week gave him the tools necessary to land a new gig.

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

"The Christmas Will Be Televised" Celebrates 5 Years of Christmas Fanfare

Bear Creek Fest, which took place at the gorgeous Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, was four days of idyllic camping and amazing music at a crazy cool venue. Check out my recap!

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!

Be thankful! Some big sloppy wind swell should fill in Sunday, fading just before Thanksgiving.

Meow.

Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band rocked the PAC Wednesday night, and Beatlemaniac Devin Grant was there with his son, a third-generation fan of the Fab Four.

After jumping ship and playing Daniel Island last year, Widespread Panic makes a triumphant return to the North Charleston Coliseum.

Are you already a technophile or looking to learn more? We've got a list of happenings sure to fulfill any of your techie needs.

At The Coastal Cupboard in Mount Pleasant, everyone from novice cooks to experienced connoisseurs can learn something from in-house chef Bryan Breeland