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The Summer of Bill Art Opening and Movie Series Kicking Off at Charleston Music Hall Tomorrow

May 30, 2017

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The Charleston Music Hall is thrilled to present The Summer of Bill Film Series, a 7 film series composed of Bill Murray films with a corresponding art exhibit. The Summer of Bill Art Exhibit will have a Free opening party on May 31st from 5:30 – 7:30pm. Local Murray-lover, Tiffany “Mish” Pretlow, is organizing the art exhibit with over 20 local artists contributing Bill Murray inspired works in all different mediums. Pretlow organized the “Where’s Murray?” Art Show at King Dusko a few years back. Rumor has it a life-size jaguar shark may make an appearance. The art exhibit will be on view from May 31 – August 20.

We will be presenting 7 Bill Murray films between May 31 and August 20. We originally had four films for the series, Caddyshack, Ghostbusters, Lost in Translation, and Life Aquatic. We texted Bill to make sure he was fine with us doing this series. He responded saying he was honored and loved that we were doing the series, but he wanted to see some of his “failures” included in the series. He mentioned that we only included the hits and that everyone wanted to see the hits, but they needed to also see the flops, so we added three more films: The Razor’s Edge, Rushmore, and Jim Jarmusch’s Broken Flowers. We love all three of these films, but they all failed at the box office.

We love the way Bill Murray has inspired playfulness in our community, and we are excited to pay homage to this amazing artist. Each film will start at 7:30 with the bar opening at 7pm. The films will be $8 each, or you can purchase a 7 Film Pass for $35. The film series will open with Caddyshack on May 31 and will include The Razor’s Edge on June 6, Ghostbusters (1984) on June 14, Rushmore on June 29, Lost in Translation on July 26, Broken Flowers on August 2, and The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou on August 20.

We also commissioned 5 local artists to create 7 unique film posters. Caddyshack by Jason Groce, The Razor’s Edge by Bennett Jones, Ghostbusters by Seth Deitch, Rushmore by Taylor Faulkner, Lost in Translation by Karen Ann Myers, Broken Flowers by Karen Ann Myers, The Life Aquatic by Anne Peyton, 7 Bills Series Poster by Karen Ann Myers. These specialty poster prints will be for sale all summer at the box office.

Charleston Music Hall Official Website

Summer of Bill Art Opening Details

Kayla Gajeton: Lost too young to brain cancer at 21 – Obituary

May 29, 2017

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Kayla Briana Gajeton, 21, of Knightdale, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest, on May 26, 2017, following a brain cancer diagnosis 5 days after her 21st birthday.

The past eight months were spent surrounded by family and friends that Kayla had touched in some small way throughout her short, yet very memorable life. Kayla’s life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by her understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. Her amazing smile could melt the hearts of those around her and her determination was contagious. Kayla was a warrior all throughout her life and overcame many obstacles up until it was her time. She had amazing strength and a positive outlook despite her diagnosis and always pushed forward. Kayla always left a piece of herself in those who got to know her.

Although Kayla’s illness made it difficult to do the things she once loved, she possessed strength, perseverance, and an ability to overcome incredible odds and physical challenges. With her courage she led us to believe that each day is a blessing and an opportunity to create lasting memories. She could spend hours in the gym or helping me and her grandparents with yard work or cleaning our house, while always making time to create memories with her siblings. She enjoyed painting, volunteering at the church, color guard, dancing, reading, hiking, looking at street art, going to concerts and always listening to music and spending time with her friends and boyfriend.

With Kayla’s passing we remind others that her life is one to be celebrated. Although we will miss her everyday, especially her winning smile, she will forever remain in our hearts. Through her teachings about life learned through adventure, her family and I were able to create wonderful memories and it has been a privilege to be her mother. I am so thankful for all of Kayla’s siblings and especially her niece Allison, whom she got very close to in the last few months, so that they can hold dear the memory of Kayla’s gentle soul and strong spirit. I learned a lot through the eyes of my first born child. Kayla taught me what it was like to love someone unconditionally and without end. Although it pains all of us in Kayla’s passing, it comforts me to know she was a child of the Lord. Her salvation is my peace.

Kayla leaves behind many wonderful caregivers that provided love and support that enhanced her quality of life. Kayla’s love extends to her wonderful nurse, Ellen, as well as a special place in our hearts for Kayla’s neuro-oncologist, Dr. Cachia, and her radiologist, Dr. Cooper, and the radiology staff at MUSC Mt. Pleasant and Downtown Charleston. Most importantly her Grandma Fe and Grandpa Gil. Because of their continual dedication, love and support, Kayla was able to survive some of her toughest medical challenges and maintain an active quality of life up until her last days with hope and realistic goals.

There were many other friends and family that were there for her during her treatment and those who spent time with her as well as help raise funds for her expenses during her treatment by making t- shirts, selling items, donating, and paying her car payments. All of these special people, provided Kayla with love and dignity in her life and also in her death, near and afar. You are greatly appreciated by her as well as her family.

Kayla is survived by her mother and step-father Fidel and Melissa Gallegos of Knightdale, NC; father W03 Brian R. Gajeton Sr., US Army, Stationed in Vicenza, Italy; sisters Kimberly (20), Lauren (17), Isabella (11), Arianna (8), and Eva (6); brothers Enrique (15) and Jonathan (10); niece Allison (1); paternal grandparents Wilhelm and Fe Gajeton of North Charleston, SC; paternal uncle Willie “John” Gajeton of North Charleston; maternal uncles David Guy and wife Donna of Moncks Corner, SC, Steven Guy and wife Heather of North Charleston, SC; maternal aunt Cynthia “Cindy” Guy of West Columbia, SC; and cousins Kaytlyn and Gillian Gajeton of North Charleston, SC, and Timothy “Timmy” Guy of West Columbia, SC, as well as numerous other aunts, uncles, and cousins abroad in the Philippines and here in the United States. Kayla also shared a special love for her boyfriend Tome’ Gordo, of Raleigh, NC, and best friend, Alex Democovici, of Holly Springs, NC.

In a short time they made a lifetime of memories from adventures, trials and tribulations, graduation, love, and also decide to walk down this road with Kayla when they didn’t have to. To be so young and still stick by her side helped Kayla get through days when she didn’t want to fight sometimes. It was the two of you she shared a special bond with. You guys all learned through each other and Kayla took a piece of each of you with her. She was predeceased by her maternal grandparents Larry and Elizabeth “Libby” Guy.

Visitation hours are to be held Tuesday May 30, 2017, from 5-7 pm at Carolina Memorial Funeral Home, North Charleston, SC. There will be a funeral service May 31, 2017, at 10:00 am at the Goose Creek United Methodist Church in Goose Creek, SC, and procession to Carolina Memorial Park for her burial after the service. A reception will follow after the burial at Goose Creek United Methodist Church in Goose Creek. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Lowcountry

Beautiful Musical Tributes to Chris Cornell

May 28, 2017

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We lost a legend in the music industry. Chris Cornell was one of the pioneers of the early 90’s grunge sound that catapulted out of Seattle and took the music world by storm. His entrancing voice and poetic soul blessed us with Soundgarden, Audioslave and perhaps one of the most perfect partnerships, Temple of the Dog with Eddie Vedder.

His deeply penetrating lyrics and raw sound made him a visionary that will carry on for generations.

Over the last few days, artists around the world have paid tribute with comments, renditions and tears.

We have compiled some of the most amazing versions of Chris’ songs covered with poignancy and respect.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPD8xQHbNDk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwL0i9BECb0

Rest Well Chris Cornell

Your music and poetry live on

Discover the Folly Beach Wishing Tree

May 27, 2017

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By Mark A. Leon

Just north of Folly Beach County Park, there is a firm, well pronounced tree grown from the soft sands of the Carolina beaches. As the sun rises and sets, it stands firm with one very important purpose, making your dreams come true. As you get closer to this tree, you will find a heart, shells guarded closely inside the branches and necklaces of shells marking the spot where so many have come to ask for a wish.

Not only is this one of the most spectacular locations in the Lowcountry to witness the sunset, but it offers remarkable solitude for romance and reflection.

Do you have a wish you are hoping will come true? A yearning for love, a sick one you wish well, hopes of accomplishing a dream or something very genuine and simple? Here is your chance. Find a special shell or make something unique and offer it to the wishing tree. Say your wish under the warmth of the Southern sky and wait.

Make the Wishing Tree a part of your Lowcountry pilgrimage.

2017 South Carolina Official Hurricane Guide is Now Available

May 26, 2017

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The official 2017 S.C. Hurricane Guide will be released via newspaper subscription and rack sales Thursday, May 25, in the Georgetown County Chronicle and the South Strand News; Friday, May 26, in the Georgetown Times; Sunday, May 28, in The Beaufort Gazette, the Charleston Post and Courier, the Hilton Head Island Packet, The State, the Sumter Item, the Florence Morning News, the Orangeburg Times and Democrat, the Myrtle Beach Sun News; and Wednesday, May 31, in Beaufort Today, Bluffton Today and the Jasper County Sun Times.

Beginning June 1, the Hurricane Guide will be available at all South Carolina Welcome Centers, at any Walgreen’s store statewide and at SCDMV offices in Bamberg, Beaufort, Bluffton, Charleston, Conway, Dillon, Florence, Georgetown, Kingstree, Ladson, Lake City, Little River, Mullins, Moncks Corner, Mount Pleasant, Myrtle Beach, North Charleston, Saint George and Varnville.

2017 SC Hurricane Guide Request Form

Talent Abounds in All-New ‘Let the Good Times Roll’ Summertime Show by Brad and Jennifer Moranz

May 25, 2017

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Photo Credit: Damon R. Smith

CHARLESTON, S.C. – An incredibly talented cast of newcomers plus returning audience favorites will gather on stage at the Charleston Music Hall for “Let the Good Times Roll,” a musical variety show featuring the best of pop, rock, Broadway and country tunes.

Producers Brad and Jennifer Moranz have once again gathered some of the country’s best singers, dancers and musicians for this summer’s all-new show. Audiences can catch “Let the Good Times Roll” July 21-23 for four shows only.

New to this Moranz Entertainment production is New York City singer Matthew Bilman singing “You Raise Me Up.” “He sings so much like Josh Groban,” Brad Moranz said. “It’s amazing.”

Teenage operatic sensation Jenna Flaherty will perform “All I Ask of You” from “Phantom of the Opera.” Flaherty wowed audiences at last year’s Charleston Christmas Special with her debut performance of “Ave Maria.” Flaherty also will perform Kristin Chenoweth’s version of “Glitter and Be Gay” combining her operatic chops with musical theater talents.

Audience favorite violinist Robbi Kenney returns and this time will be joined by symphony violinist Frances Hsieh. Together they will play “Dangerous” by David Garrett, who from May 2008 to December 2011 held the Guinness World Record for the World’s Fastest Violinist.

Regular show attendees will recognize returning singers Tiffany Parker and Michael Minor complete with his ventriloquist act. Crystal Garrett, who previously performed with Moranz Entertainment, is sure to mesmerize audiences with her uncanny rendition of Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You.” And Bobby Alvarez returns to showcase his R&B chops with songs from Stevie Wonder and Earth Wind & Fire.

Of course no Moranz Entertainment is complete without comedy sketches featuring Brad and Jennifer Moranz. The couple also will perform their take on “Cuban Pete” from “I Love Lucy.”

Also new in this year’s show is an unplugged tribute to the singer/songwriters of the 1960s and 1970s, including Barry Manilow, Carole King, James Taylor, John Denver, Don McLean and Carly Simon. Moranz said people who write and perform only their own songs are a special talent and are few and far between. He calls this segment of the show “infinitely sing-a-long-able.” He adds, “These songs are so familiar, you can’t help it.”

Back as musical director is James Davis Jr., who also was first-time musical director for last year’s Charleston Christmas Special. Davis lives in New York City and is the director of music ministries & fine arts at the historic Abyssinian Baptist Church. He is also the associate music director for Opera Ebony. Davis has supervised musical productions at Radio City Music Hall, Lincoln Center, The Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Apollo Theater. Davis will tickle the ivories with a fast-moving Liberace version of “Carmen’s Boogie.”

“I am so excited about this show,” Moranz said. “Nowhere else in Charleston can you possibly see this much talent in one place. These performers will leave audience members gasping every time they walk off stage.”

Performances are:

July 21 Friday 7 p.m.
July 22 Saturday 2 p.m.
July 22 Saturday 7 p.m.
July 23 Sunday 3 p.m.

Tickets are $39 for adults; $36 for seniors (age 62 and up) and military; $22 for students 21 and under; $19 for children 12 and under. For groups of 15 or more, tickets are $34 each. Tickets are on sale at www.CharlestonMusicHall.com or by calling 843-853-2252 (Box Office hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday).

Purchase a Dinner & Show Ticket for a night out on the town. This ticket is $68 per person and includes one adult/senior ticket and a pre-fixe dinner menu at Vincent Chicco’s, located next door to the Charleston Music Hall. Dinner reservations required; call Vincent Chicco’s at 843-203-3002. (

Lowcountry

Charleston, South Carolina: Making Everyday Moments Count

May 25, 2017

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Walgreens Team Volunteers at the Charleston Ronald McDonald House

By Mark A. Leon

A community is measured by the acts of its people. A collective passion for caring, giving and wellness. A true partnership of innovation, conservation, change and faith. These are the factors that make some places just a little bit more special. It is the union of education, innovation, respect and promise that truly defines greatness.

Here in Charleston, we believe that our people define our culture. It is a culture of hospitality with a smile, warmth through acts of kindness and faith in valuing the principles of the past and the possibility for the future.

Through our lifestyles, dining, activities, festivals, sense of family and marriage of nature, city and history that we have opened our gates and let our sunshine radiant onto you.

It is this foundation that of roots that continues to blossom with the rich colors of our Southern lifestyle.

We would like to share some of our stories of kindness and generosity with you. Come with us as we tell a visual story to you of life in Charleston, South Carolina

Girl Scout Troop 446 volunteering at the Charleston Ronald McDonald House: Instagram – rmhcharleston

Wando Relay for Life volunteering their time at the Charleston Hope Lodge: Instagram – wando_r4l

Susan G. Komen Walk for Breast Cancer Research: Instagram – lolotaylo

Walk for Water – Water Mission: Instagram – bricwoods

Honoring Mother Emanuel AME: Instagram – imonly_saraa

Sea Turtle Rescue – South Carolina Aquarium: Instagram – scaquarium

Father and son team at Sandy Hill Organic Farms bring organic produce to local CHS businesses: Instagram – growfoodcarolina

Charleston Moves – Biking for a cause: Instagram – ryanmckieran

Preserving our beauty at the Charleston Parks: Instagram – charlestonparks

Charleston Friends of the Library with Lowcountry Live before big Beer for Books Fund Raiser: Instagram – chslibfriends

Nostalgic Graphic Tees donates to Lowcountry Orphan Relief: Instagram – nostalgictees

World Water Day support: Instragram – donate.squared

Thank you to all that care.

Beer Industry Contributes $3 Billion Annually to South Carolina Economy

May 24, 2017

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A new economic impact study shows America’s beer industry – made up of brewers and importers; distributors; and retailers – contributes more than $3.3 billion annually to South Carolina’s economy and supports 27,914 jobs in the state.

Jointly commissioned by the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) and the Beer Institute, the study shows that the 27,914 jobs impacted by the beer industry in South Carolina account for more than $1 billion in wages and benefits. The industry also generated $404 million in business and personal taxes and paid $288 million in consumption taxes in 2016.

NBWA President & CEO Craig Purser said, “America’s beer distributors are proud to provide nearly 135,000 jobs with solid wages and great benefits to employees at more than 3,000 facilities, located in every state and congressional district across the country. Independent beer distributors generate significant economic contributions in their communities through local business-to-business commerce, investments in local infrastructure and capital assets and tax revenue. Through a wide range of services, distributors work to build beer brands of all kinds – from large, familiar labels to start-up, craft brands and imports from around the world – and to deliver vast consumer choice in the marketplace.”

Beer Institute President & CEO Jim McGreevy said, “Beer serves America at virtually every level of the economy, from the nearly 2.23 million employees, to the small businesses in middle-class communities, and the important tax revenues at the local, state and national levels. From farmers to factory-workers, from brewery-hands to bartenders, beer puts Americans to work.”

According to the study, the beer industry generates more than $350 billion in economic activity, produces nearly $63 billion in tax revenue and supports 2.23 million jobs. Brewers and beer importers directly employ 64,745 Americans. About 58 percent of brewing jobs are linked to large and mid-sized brewers and beer importers, and independent beer distributors directly employ 134,240 Americans.

The Beer Serves America study was compiled by an independent economics firm John Dunham & Associates. It is the most comprehensive analysis of the industry available, using data collected directly from private companies, Dun & Bradstreet, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Alcohol Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Beer Industry Contributes $3 Billion Annually to South Carolina Economy – CharlestonCEO.com May 24, 2017

South Carolina Ranked as 5th Best State for Retired Military to Live

May 24, 2017

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WalletHub has released its list of the best states for retired military to live. For the 2017 list, South Carolina has been ranked #5.

Please see below for the complete list and ranking of all 51 states and US territories.

Source: WalletHub

Best States for Military Retirees

Overall Rank	State	Total Score	‘Economic Environment’ Rank	‘Quality of Life’ Rank	‘Health Care’ Rank
1	Florida	63.74	8	2	4
2	Montana	62.12	24	7	1
3	New Hampshire	59.83	2	3	29
4	Wyoming	59.40	27	5	3
5	South Carolina	57.93	10	1	27
6	Alaska	57.18	3	12	32
7	Maine	57.06	5	6	33
8	Texas	55.76	7	43	8
9	Arizona	55.20	12	18	17
10	Virginia	55.12	6	8	43
11	Idaho	54.95	21	28	9
12	Georgia	54.93	11	15	25
13	Alabama	54.79	1	25	38
14	Oklahoma	54.77	19	11	23
15	Washington	53.72	9	13	37
16	Pennsylvania	52.97	39	17	10
17	Minnesota	52.51	20	24	21
18	South Dakota	51.90	22	20	28
19	Massachusetts	51.69	14	49	6
20	Kentucky	51.04	16	39	20
21	Arkansas	50.80	26	31	19
22	Hawaii	50.74	18	30	30
23	Michigan	50.65	17	42	14
24	New Mexico	50.11	40	33	11
25	Missouri	49.89	30	32	13
26	Tennessee	49.72	13	46	26
27	Nevada	49.62	4	37	45
28	Wisconsin	49.52	44	21	18
29	Colorado	49.45	31	14	31
30	Vermont	49.09	50	10	7
31	Delaware	48.53	42	9	40
32	Louisiana	48.21	33	36	22
33	California	48.03	51	16	5
34	New York	47.87	49	41	2
35	Ohio	47.56	38	38	16
36	Oregon	47.52	32	44	15
37	Indiana	46.60	23	45	35
38	Maryland	46.54	28	4	49
39	North Dakota	46.48	37	40	24
40	Illinois	46.24	34	48	12
41	Mississippi	46.20	15	47	39
42	Iowa	46.06	35	23	42
43	Nebraska	45.51	36	22	44
44	Kansas	43.84	41	26	47
45	West Virginia	43.36	47	29	34
46	Connecticut	42.97	29	19	50
47	Utah	42.58	25	50	36
48	North Carolina	42.47	43	27	48
49	Rhode Island	41.31	48	35	41
50	New Jersey	37.17	46	34	51
51	District of Columbia	36.45	45	51	46

Complete WalletHub Report

Photography

GALLERY: Charleston Beer Garden – What a Day

May 22, 2017

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Instagram: beergirl_meetsworld

Not only was the weather perfect for the Charleston Beer Garden on May 20th and there were so many great vendors, games and fun, but a tremendous amount was raised for the Lowcountry AIDS Services. This was a remarkable event and from all the smiles and laughs, we can see that so many had an incredible time.

We want to share some great photographic memories of this event from those that lived it.

Enjoy this gallery of happiness from the Charleston Beer Garden event this past weekend. Cheers.