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uBreakiFix Comes to Greater Charleston, Opens in Mount Pleasant

June 26, 2017

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Leading Tech Repair Enterprise Attributes Rapid Growth to Affordable Services and Exceptional Customer Experience

This is the brand’s second location in South Carolina, joining a location in Greenville. uBreakiFix Mount Pleasant is the first location for owners Will Siegfried and Jake Earp, who began working as store technicians in Boca Raton, Florida, more than five years ago and intend on opening future stores in the Greater Charleston area.

“Jake and I started our uBreakiFix journey from the very bottom, working our way up the ladder from technicians to corporate positions,” said Siegfried. “As new owners, we hope to show our community how much we believe in the incredible resource that uBreakiFix is for both their personal and business tech needs.”

uBreakiFix was founded in 2009 by millennial duo David Reiff and Justin Wetherill, a 2017 Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree. The pair later partnered with Eddie Trujillo to transition their Internet-based brand to a brick and mortar tech repair alternative that was quick, affordable and provided a quality customer experience. Since its inception, the company has grown organically without debt, investors or consultants.

uBreakiFix services all brands of electronics, offering phone screen repair, computer repair and more to consumers and businesses alike. To date, the company has completed more than 2.5 million repairs, including cracked screens, water damage, software issues, camera issues and most other technical problems. uBreakiFix is known for its timely service, focus on providing an exceptional customer experience and its ability to fix anything and everything with a power button. Each repair comes with a 90-day warranty and a price match guarantee.

“Our commitment to our customers is what drives our continual growth, innovation and improvement,” said Wetherill, uBreakiFix CEO and founder. “We’re always looking for ways to better serve the communities we call home. We’re excited for the opportunity to bring reliable repair service and exceptional customer service to Mount Pleasant and the surrounding areas.”

uBreakiFix Mount Pleasant is located at 644 Long Point Rd, Ste E, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 and can be reached at: 843-936-2095. For more information and to view a service menu, visit ubreakifix.com.

About uBreakiFix
Founded in 2009, uBreakiFix specializes in the repair of small electronics, ranging from smartphones, game consoles, tablets, computers and everything in between. Cracked screens, water damage, software issues, camera issues and most any other problem can be repaired by visiting uBreakiFix stores across the U.S. and in Canada. uBreakiFix is the official walk-in repair partner for Pixel, a phone by Google. For more information, visit ubreakifix.com.

For more information, contact:
Hannah Kersh
678-978-7787
Hannah@seesparkgo.com=

CHARLESTON, SC–(Marketwired – June 26, 2017) – uBreakiFix opens in Mount Pleasant on June 26 at 644 Long Point Road, Suite E. The fast-growing technology repair brand provides same-day repair service of all electronics, specializing in cell phone repair and computer repair at its more than 310 locations across North America.

Roadtrip: Airborne and Special Operations Museum – Fayetteville, NC

June 23, 2017

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By Mark A. Leon

Just a few hours away in Fayetteville, North Carolina is the Airborne and Special Operations Museum and it may be one of the most memorable historic museum experiences in the Carolinas. With the design and quality of a museum that would make Washington, D.C. jealous, this tribute to the 82nd Airborne out of nearby Fort Bragg and their impact on World War I through today is an emotional ride that will leave you in awe.

We take tremendous pride in honoring those that have served in the South. Their dedication and courageous acts will forever be honored. To experience not only their contributions, but to put you in their shoes is a remarkable feat that this museum has achieved. From the parking lot to the trenches of France and Vietnam, you are transformed to the places where boys became men and freedom was preserved.

Experience the humanity of war, the visual amazement of the scenes of fear and strategic maneuvers and walk through a recollection of 100 years of protecting and preserving freedom around the world.

This is truly a remarkable place for all ages. Did we mention it is free.

Take a visual walk in our steps and see why this must be considered for your next road trip

Experience the heart, humanity and courage of war.

Keys to Great Leadership: Business Insight

June 22, 2017

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By Mark A. Leon

Great leaders are not born, nor invented, but are harnessed through experiences, learning, environmental exposure and ideals of excellence. These men and women that invoke respect and admiration from their colleagues and peers have earned this through success, respect, loyalty and the ability to inspire.

What sets these individuals apart from the rest? What truly defines a great leader in an age where ethics and values too often get compromised?

These qualities will paint a very visual picture and as the colors blend together, a creation will form laying the masterpiece of the core values of great leadership.

If you can achieve these five core qualities/traits of a great leader, your future will be paved with achievement.

Great Leadership Traits

Be Yourself: Your True Self – Too often, we feel we need to wear two hats, personal and professional. The perception that the life outside of work must remain isolated from the life inside the office is one that clouds the ability to create loyalty, partnership and trust in an organization. A truly inspiring leader is a person that lets his people know all he/she is. From the great to the bad, transparency builds trust. It is that ability to open yourself up as a human being with emotion, harnessed and raw, that provides others with the feeling of community. No team will ever succeed without collaboration, innovation and trust. Being yourself is the first step to an open environment of sharing and teamwork.

Challenge your people – Human behavior is teased with routine and addiction. We are surrounded by binge TV, apps, games, addictive behavior and the comfort of doing what we know repeatedly. It is often our downfall. When a new processes or technology is introduced, getting the masses to take on a new way of thinking can be the most difficult act of a leader, but a necessary one. A great leader will continuously challenge and promote change. Change is constant and necessary. It is the foundation of growth. Without it, others take over the reign and you soon become a forgotten commodity.

Be open to failure – Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos recently said, “our company is the greatest company in the world at failure”. A CEO of one of the largest brands on the planet was bragging about failure. Brilliant leadership. The ability to fail means you are willing to take risk. If you focus on the great design and brand heavy companies; Apple, Google, McDonalds, Samsung, IBM and more, you will see a common trend: failure. At Google, they may test 1000 products before hitting a home run and they are okay with that. The ability to accept and “promote” failure is a sign of great leadership, because you are putting the future in the hands of those you trust and are willing to take accountability for their risks.

Solicit Feedback – in one way or another, we all go through performance assessments. Some formal, some informal. Some annual, some quarterly. They are a necessary evil, but do serve value. A strong leader takes the next step. He/she will constantly look to those in the heart of a project and learn from them. Leaders cannot be in every place at every time, so they must rely on honest evaluation from their teams to help understand what changes and adjustments need to be made.

Trust your team – Trust is earned. Trust is an element of a much greater good. The greatest leaders will do the follow:

Build a team of diverse thoughts and ideas
Welcome open and constant feedback
Let teams take risks and be open to failure
Trust in their skills and abilities
Be there for advice and counsel
Take pride in their team’s successes
Reward and recognize excellence

All these things build trust. Trust leads to loyalty. Loyalty leads to strength of team. A strong team drives results.

There you have it, the traits of a great leader. Where do you stand?

Renaissance Charleston Historic District Hotel Unveils Fresh New Design

June 21, 2017

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Discover Business Unusual and Rich Charleston History Through New Hotel Design

CHARLESTON, S.C., June 20, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Located in the historic heart of Charleston at the corner of Wentworth Street and King Street, the newly reimagined Renaissance Charleston Historic District Hotelis something to behold. Designed by P3 Design Collective, the hotel boasts 162 home-inspired guest rooms, 4 luxurious suites, 5 creative meeting and event spaces, an energizing fitness center and outdoor saltwater pool and a quintessentially Southern lobby.

“The ideas behind the redesign were very much based on the characteristics of Charleston and the South, mixed with charm and lure, so that guests might unwind during a business trip or socialize as a local,” said Paula Benesch of P3 Design Collective. “The comfortably cool atmosphere of the Renaissance Charleston Historic District Hotel speaks to the independent and adventure-seeking guests.”

The newly transformed boutique hotel incorporates classic Charleston elements, with its antique brass lion head doorknockers, Haint Blue porch ceilings and gardens that bloom with fragrant magnolias. A revolving gallery wall features works from local artists.

The updated guest rooms evoke a familiar nostalgia that complements that of the city of Charleston, even for first time visitors. More than just a place to lay your head, each room is decorated with a mix of modern and vintage pieces collected over time as well as local finds one might discover on famous King Street.

“We are thrilled to invite guests into the redesigned Renaissance Charleston Historic District Hotel to have them experience our fresh new look and feel,” said General Manager Brian Wander. “The new features, local art, and overall design speak so highly of our hotel’s emphasis on Southern hospitality and tradition while also fitting in to the charming city around us. While we’ve updated a lot of the hotel through this redesign, this hotel is still rooted in history.”

Owned and operated by Chris Adams and Thaddeus Keefe, of international hospitality firm Ellis Adams Group, 1KEPT, the hotel’s new restaurant and bar concept, features a dining room and a full lounge and bar, plus a beer garden and front patio. The menu features New Southern flavors while incorporating sustainable seafood and hyper-locally sourced ingredients. 1KEPT opened in June 2017.

Outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment, the fitness center is designed to inspire and energize hotel guests. Beyond the fitness center is the outdoor saltwater pool, where visitors can extend their workout routine or relax poolside under the Charleston sun.

For groups and special events, the Renaissance Charleston Historic District Hotel is one of the city’s most renowned small event destinations. The locally-inspired event spaces are the perfect setting for weddings and meetings.

For more information on the Renaissance Charleston Historic District Hotel or to book your next stay, visit the website and follow along on social on Instagram and Facebook.

About Renaissance Hotels: At Renaissance Hotels, It’s Business Unusual. Each of our 170 hotels, located in nearly 35 countries around the world, is unique and every stay offers unconventional programs that help business travelers discover rich, local experiences. We promise to feed the curiosity, fuel the imagination and excite the senses of our guests, who see their business trip as an exciting opportunity for new, interesting and sharable moments. We offer signature events in our lobbies, bars and lounges designed to showcase emerging talent in music, the arts, mixology, gastronomy and more. Renaissance Navigators are neighborhood experts who are ready to assist guests in discovering true local flavors and activities. R.E.N. Meetings offers groups an experience beyond a traditional meeting, rooted in creative sensory meeting design and custom-curated local Navigator excursions and networking events. At Renaissance Hotels, we strive to ensure that every trip is transformed into an eye-opening, unforgettable journey. Renaissance Hotels is proud to participate in the industry’s award-winning loyalty program, Marriott Rewards®, in which members can link accounts with Starwood Preferred Guest® and The Ritz-Carlton Rewards® for instant elite status matching and unlimited points transfer. To discover more visit www.renhotels.com. For upcoming events visit www.renhotels.com/events.

CONTACT: Renaissance Charleston Historic District Hotel
68 Wentworth Street Charleston South Carolina 29401 
+1-843-534-0300
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chsbr-renaissance-charleston-historic-district-hotel/

Charleston Parks Conservancy to Receive $50,000 NEA Grant to Fund Art along West Ashley Greenway, Bikeway

June 21, 2017

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CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Charleston Parks Conservancy has been recommended to receive a $50,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts for a project that would add public art activities along the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway.

The Conservancy is partnering with the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs and local community groups on a creative placemaking effort, including selection of artists to create public art and arts programming along the Greenway and Bikeway. The Conservancy is partnering with the City of Charleston to lead the master planning and design of a series of projects to transform the existing Greenway and Bikeway paths into connected linear parks. Temporary public art and arts programming will further the design of high-priority sites from the master plan.

The NEA announced 89 awards totaling $6.89 million supporting projects across the nation through the NEA’s Our Town program. Our Town is the NEA’s signature creative placemaking program that supports partnerships of artists, arts organizations and municipal government that work to revitalize neighborhoods. This practice places arts at the table with land-use, transportation, economic development, education, housing, infrastructure and public safety strategies to address a community’s challenges. Creative placemaking highlights the distinctiveness of a place, encouraging residents to identify and build upon their local creative assets.

“This is an exciting opportunity to be part of transforming a significant public space that connects so many neighborhoods in the City of Charleston,” said Harry Lesesne, executive director of the Charleston Parks Conservancy. “Improving the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway will be a great benefit to all of the city’s residents, and the addition of public art will make it an even more engaging public space.”

Thanks largely to a $100,000 donation from The Speedwell Foundation, the Conservancy is seeking to develop a master plan for a combined 10.5-mile stretch of the Greenway and Bikeway. In coordination with the master plan and community engagement, the Conservancy will facilitate a series of public art projects and activities in several locations along the Greenway and Bikeway.

Site selection will be guided by priorities outlined in the master plan and the works of art will speak to the unique characteristics of each site and neighborhood. Programming around each public art display will engage community members of all ages.

Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg said, “We very much look forward to working with the Charleston Parks Conservancy, other local arts organizations, artists, and community members to re-imagine the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway as centers of recreation, vitality and connectivity in Charleston.”

This project is part of the Conservancy’s new Art in the Parks initiative, a program of adding temporary, contemporary public art in Charleston’s city parks through collaborations with local and regional artists, arts organizations and community members. The Art in the Parks program also will offer educational opportunities and programming for all ages.

In April, the Conservancy awarded its first Charleston Parks Conservancy exhibition prize to Georgia artist Joseph Dreher, who participated in the the annual ArtFields competition showcasing the work of artists around the Southeast. Dreher will create a work of art to be displayed at a City of Charleston park later this year.

Founded in 2007 by philanthropist Darla Moore, the Conservancy is celebrating a decade of connecting people to their parks and creating stunning public spaces and strong communities throughout the City of Charleston.

Through a public-private partnership, the Conservancy works with the City and community organizations, neighborhoods and engaged citizens to transform and activate the city’s parks and green spaces. The Conservancy is currently working in 25 parks, including Colonial Lake, Allan Park, Wragg Square, McMahon Playground at Hampton Park, Magnolia Park and Community Garden, Marion Square, and Medway Park.

About the Charleston Parks Conservancy

The Charleston Parks Conservancy is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring the people of Charleston to connect with their parks and together create stunning public places and a strong community. The Conservancy opens doors to individuals and organizations in Charleston wanting to engage with their parks and green spaces in a kaleidoscope of positive ways. With the help of its Park Angels, the Conservancy improves, enhances, and invigorates these spaces, making Charleston even better, stronger, and more successful. For more information about or to support the Charleston Parks Conservancy, please visit www.charlestonparksconservancy.org.

Charleston Parks Conservancy on social media:

Twitter / Instagram @charlestonparks

Facebook www.facebook.com/CharlestonParksConservancy

NEA hashtag: #NEASpring17

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Charleston Orthodontic Specialists Opening in Summerville

June 20, 2017

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SUMMERVILLE, S.C. – Charleston Orthodontic Specialists will open its first Lowcountry office in Summerville on July 3.

Charleston Orthodontic Specialists is the only provider of Mascot Braces in the Charleston area, giving patients the opportunity to sport logo-shaped brackets from either the USC Gamecocks or the Clemson Tigers.

The Summerville office is currently taking appointments and will open on Monday, July 3 at 1101 N. Main St., Suite 305 (in the Earth Fare plaza). The public is invited to a grand opening celebration from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 15. Anyone who gets a free screening during the grand opening event will be entered into a drawing for free braces. Plus, there will be refreshments, prizes and entertainment.

To celebrate its Charleston launch, anyone can visit CharlestonFreeBraces.com and enter for a chance to win free braces valued at more than $5,000.

Charleston Orthodontic Specialists is owned by Dr. Nick J. Savastano, who has been providing patients with excellence in orthodontic care since 2003. He previously ran a successful orthodontic practice in Orlando, Florida, before deciding to return to his home state of South Carolina.

He’s a graduate of Winthrop University and attended the University of Florida College of Dentistry, where he graduated third in his class. Savastano completed his orthodontic residency and earned a master of science degree in oral biology from Ohio State University.

During his 15-year career in private practice, Savastano has treated more than 500 Invisalign cases. Charleston Orthodontic Specialists offers a wide range of Invisalign products for both teens and adults, including Invisalign Express designed for patients needing fewer than 6 months of treatment.

Compared to other orthodontic practices, Charleston Orthodontic Specialists provides patients with a number of flexible payment plans. With a down payment of just $250, a patient can begin orthodontic treatment. Monthly payments can be as low as $145 and an extended payment plan up to 36 months is available.

And Charleston Orthodontic Specialists accepts all insurance plans and offers a 10 percent military discount.

The office also is open extended hours and on Saturdays for added convenience for working parents and working patients.

To schedule an appointment, call 843-642-8100 or visit www.charlestonorthodonticspecialists.com.

About Charleston Orthodontic Specialists
Dr. Nick J. Savastano opened Charleston Orthodontic Specialists in 2017. With a wide selection of orthodontic options for children, teens and adults, Charleston Orthodontic Specialists is poised to become the leader in orthodontic services for Charleston. Charleston Orthodontic Specialists is also the exclusive local provider of Mascot Braces, giving patients the opportunity to sport logo-shaped brackets from either the USC Gamecocks or the Clemson Tigers. For more information, visit www.charlestonorthodonticspecialists.com.

9/11 Memorial designer to create Emanuel AME Church shooting memorial

June 17, 2017

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CHARLESTON, S.C. — The architect who designed the 9/11 Memorial in New York has been chosen to create a memorial to honor the nine worshippers gunned down in a racist shooting attack on a South Carolina church.

The decision came Saturday on the second anniversary of the massacre at Emanuel AME church in Charleston — a day also marked by a crowd singing “Amazing Grace” as they marched to the church. Emanuel’s bells rang nine times at the end of the “Hate Won’t Win Unity Walk.”

Last year, friends and family dedicated 15 trees on Emanuel’s front lawn — one for each of the dead, the five people inside the church who survived the slaughter and one for the church’s congregation. This year, plaques were placed under each tree.

The white killer of the nine black worshippers is in a federal prison in Indiana after a federal jury found him guilty of hate crimes. Those 12 jurors told Dylann Roof in January he would pay with his life for the mass shooting. Roof is appealing that death sentence.

More memorials are planned at the Charleston church. A prayer garden is under construction, and Michael Arad will soon begin work on the memorial that the Rev. Eric Manning, pastor of Emanuel AME, said will be a reminder of the resiliency of the oldest African Methodist Episcopal church in the South.

One of the church’s founders, Denmark Vesey, tried to lead a slave revolt in 1822. He was put to death and the church was burned down and closed for decades.

“If we are able to shine a light on the beauty, resiliency and love that was shown by members of this congregation and the community of Charleston, we will succeed in showing the best of humankind in the wake of the worst,” Arad said.

Emanuel AME itself is adjusting too.

The church fellowship hall where Roof sat through 45 minutes of a Wednesday night Bible study before firing the first of 77 bullets as the worshippers bowed their heads for a final prayer on June 17, 2015, has termites and unpatched bullet holes, The Post and Courier of Charleston reports (http://bit.ly/2tv7MF4).

Some members want to totally renovate the hall because the wood-paneled walls and round white tables are a reminder of the massacre. Others, including the pastor, want it restored to look the same. No decision has been made yet.

Manning, who came to Emanuel last summer, has made some changes. The Wednesday night Bible study is now held upstairs in the church sanctuary to spare members from reliving the horror every week.

Dozens of visitors still come to Sunday services at Emanuel AME. The church used to welcome and individually recognize each visitor between hymns and the sermon. But after the shootings, that stretched on for so long it seemed to overshadow Manning’s message from the pulpit.

So now visitors are welcomed as a group with a brief word from the pastor toward the start of the service. Members then greet them with a short song: “Emanuel, God is with us. Emanuel, in Him do we trust. We welcome you to this holy place. We welcome you with our warm embrace. We welcome you, we welcome you to Emanuel.”

“I did not want worship service to continue to be a spectator sport,” Manning told the newspaper. “Some people may not agree with me, and I understand that. But my job is to protect worship.”

*Provided by MyStatesman.com

Reflections of Charleston Unity Walk – Inspirational Look Back

June 15, 2017

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By Mark A. Leon

June 21, 2015 marked a momentous moment of solidarity as thousands of all ages and backgrounds took to the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge for the historic Unity Walk. This event showed the people of Charleston and around that world that we are choosing peace over violence; love over hate. It was one of the most beautiful and symbolic gestures of hope this city has ever bore witness.

For one night, all communities became one. Hand in hand they stretched across the Charleston Harbor from the water to the stars in song, prayer and most important celebration. Celebration of the lives lost and the future ahead.

Often times, an event can change people, but on this night, the people of Charleston changed the world.

Thought inspirational thoughts and images from that memorable evening, let us remember the Unity Walk and reflect on our own personal memories.

Unity Walk for Charleston – June 21, 2015

“Empowerment, thought, collaboration and creativity. All are catalysts of love, life and change. Our body encompasses the most complex and unexplainable invention we know in the universe. We have researched, examined, dissected and observed, but cannot explain. We know this: The power of the heart and mind is the driving force of humanity. It is in this we find strength and the vulnerability to love.”

“The greatest injustice in life is losing sight of oneself. Your legacy is defined by the actions you take, the bonds you create and the path of goodness you lead. To be yourself is a gift with no value. It is a priceless display of individualism and should be blessed and cherished for all our days.”

“The key to life and the pursuit of happiness is balance and accepting the moment. We cannot look back; nor forward. We define our legacy by the achievements and love we give in the now. Life is a chain of moments; each one having an impact on others. Define yourself in this moment; find balance in the now and never hold back on love.”

“Find your peak of achievement and once you catch your breath, reach higher.”

“We live and dream in color. It is condition of humanity that allows us to see a rainbow through the eyes of imagination. For a brief moment we fell into black and white. That will be no more. We are Charleston. Alive with the colors of love.”

“Another day passes and the Earth closes it’s eyes so we may reflect on a day of life and love.”

“Some nights just remind you of the magical gift of being alive.”

“Sometimes the moment seizes you. It takes hold of your senses and showers you with an explosion of life’s wonders. Let go. Don’t be a hero, don’t be a savior, don’t be a martyr..Just be. The moment will take over the rest.”

“Life is a tapestry of hope, desire, pain, love, heartache and passion woven with flesh and blood to create the gift of humanity. To find balance; find ease is the potion that will run through your body fueling your existence and laying the groundwork for your legacy.”

“When you open your heart and allow it to be broken and shattered like a precious glass, then and only then will you feel passion and ultimately feel alive”

“The conscious mind has the powerful ability to choose love and be part of the beauty of humanity.”

“The difference between acceptance and greatness is one step. The power to believe in yourself is the greatest pain and reward. Whether you bleed or rejoice, it is worth the journey”

“Find Peace. Hold on tight. Make it a partner in your journey. Harness it and fuel it with insight and curiosity.”

“Don’t be a finger painting. Be a masterpiece. You are alive, therefore you have the capability to dream and achieve. Stop wishing for heaven. Find it within yourself and let it breathe.”

“Greatness is not about what you accomplish, but who you share it with.”

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Crimson Screen Fest Horror Film Festival 2017: A Retrospective Look Back

June 12, 2017

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By Carla Adams

One may think that audience members at the Crimson Fest wear clown hair with fake blood drooling from their mouths as well as open wound makeup all over their arms, yet nothing could be further from the truth. For the past two years, I have attended the Crimson Fest Horror Film Festival in North Charleston and each time I have either laughed until it hurt, squished my eyes tightly shut while covering my ears, grabbed my neighbors arm or yelled out “can’t look yet” multiple times.

Besides the gore films at the Crimson Fest, there are also films of suspense, plain frightening ones or just silly ones like the “Scream” movies. The diverse range include full length features, shorts, animated and Claymation.

What truly sets the film fest aside from others I have attended is that these directors, producers and actors are having a blast doing what they love.

Along with the showings, many of the creative minds behind the films do the festival circuit attending and speaking with the guests about their films, process and inspiration. They are so enthusiastic about their craft. You are just as drawn into their process as the films themselves. Seeing them so excited about wanting to share this with their audience is totally cool and has made my experience better for it.

They openly shared their ideas from concept to reality, how they raised funding/backing, photography and filming tricks and writing process during the panel discussions. In fact, many took notes on what other filmmakers were saying. It really showed the collaborative mindset of the film industry.

So, if you are interested in spending a hot or rainy day inside a very dark theater in May 2018, attend the Crimson Screen Fest Horror Festival. It is affordable, entertaining and with the setting being in Park Circle, you can take part in the rich culture of the area with ample dining, bars and coffee shops.

Now if you will excuse me, I must try on some temporary scab tattoos I picked up for free at the festival.

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GALLERY: Discover Rockville, South Carolina

June 11, 2017

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By Mark A. Leon

How often have you taken Maybank Highway to the Charleston Tea Plantation or Deep Water Winery and stopped? Is that all Wadmalaw has to offer? We know the big three (Angel Oak, Charleston Tea Plantation and Deep Water) are the major attractions, but what if you continued driving until the road ends? If you do, you will find the quaint little town of Rockville, South Carolina established in 1784.

Just a few miles outside of Charleston, Rockville offers you a look at the way life used to be. It is the beauty, decor and natural scenery of simple Southern living.

Come with us to Rockville, South Carolina where the air is fresh, faith is strong and peaceful ambiance is a way of life.