Weekend Round-Up: Pageant queens and chicken sh!t
Weekend Round-Up: Pageant queens and chicken sh!t The best events in Charleston Nov. 20-22

It’s the last weekend before holiday madness hits Charleston. Soak it up with these fun events.


Stella Nova offers free Monday Night Manscaping
Stella Nova offers free Monday Night Manscaping Pampering, man style

You may have thought Stella Nova was just for her, but even dudes can enjoy the salon/spas offerings. Stella Nova is hosting Just for Him, a free men's appreciation…


Get your tomcat snipped for $11 Sunday
Get your tomcat snipped for $11 Sunday Tom Cat Blitz

He might not like it, but it’s for his own good. On Sun. Nov. 22, Pet Helpers' Tom Cat Blitz plans to make the neutering process as efficient and cheap…


Urban Outfitters picks up Marysia's swim line
Urban Outfitters picks up Marysia's swim line Debut set for spring 2010, Anthropologie deal in the works

After winning the Charleston Fashion Week 2009 Emerging Designer Competition, Marysia hasn't slowed down a bit. Selections from her swim line have been picked up by Urban Outfitters, and Anthropology…


  • Magical Mystery Show w/ Frank Royster & Sgt. Submarine
    Magical Mystery Show w/ Frank Royster & Sgt. Submarine
    Fri., Nov. 20 | The Windjammer

    Frank Royster (of The Hed Shop Boys) leads his Beatles tribute band through a full set of Beatles classics "at full volume on the grand soundstage." With special guests. 9 p.m.


  • Straight No Chaser
    Straight No Chaser
    Fri., Nov. 20, 8 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall

    Ten-man a cappella group signed by Atlantic Records and turned YouTube sensation. Fueled by appearances on ABC World News Tonight, CNN Headline News, and the Today Show, its album “Holiday Spirits” spent 14 days in the #1 slot on Amazon during December of 2008. Now on a 50-city tour, Straight No Chaser performs a collection of non-holiday favorites.


  • The Explorers Club, Runaway Dorothy, Mac Leaphart
    The Explorers Club, Runaway Dorothy, Mac Leaphart
    Sat., Nov. 21 | The Tin Roof

    New York Americana quartet Runaway Dorothy — led by songwriter David Parnell — shares the stage on Saturday with locals The Explorers Club, who emerge from relative dormancy with the pristine, sun-kissed Beach Boys pop. Local indie-country songwriter Mac Leaphart opens at 9 p.m. (see story). 9 p.m.


  • Larry Keel & Natural Bridge w/ Tony Rice
    Larry Keel & Natural Bridge w/ Tony Rice
    Sat., Nov. 21 | The Pour House

    Guitarist Larry Keel is most likely a familiar face to Lowcountry-area bluegrass fans, courtesy of his numerous appearances in and around Charleston throughout the late '90s and 2000s. His band's latest is titled Backwoods (produced with Keller Williams). With very special guest guitarist Tony Rice. (see story) 9 p.m.


  • The Second Annual Thanksgiving Honky-Tonk
    The Second Annual Thanksgiving Honky-Tonk
    Sat., Nov. 21 | The Mill

    Featuring live music from Winston-Salem rockabilly/country band The Bo-Stevens (pictured), Brian McGee & The Hollow Speed, The S.C. Broadcasters, and special guests. The venue will hold a turkey shoot, Lasso the Longhorn game, Chicken-Sh!t Bingo, and a chicken art exhibit and silent auction. Proceeds benefit the Charleston Animal Society. 6 p.m.


  • Pauly Shore
    Pauly Shore
    Through Nov. 21, 7:45 & 9:45 p.m. | Jaguars Gentlemens Club

    Comedian Pauly Shore performs for three nights. Jeremy Pierce opens up the night.


  • Best of the Best Artisan Sale and Show
    Best of the Best Artisan Sale and Show
    Fri., Nov. 20, 6-10 p.m., Sat., Nov. 21, 6-10 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 22, 12-6 p.m. | 10 Storehouse Row

    You will find everything from the ultra luxe for body and home to little gems $50 and under. Each item selected for this show and sale is of the highest quality and has been exquisitely hand crafted. A portion of the proceeds of the Best of the Best Sale will benefit Operation Home. Friday night preview by invitation only.



  • Charleston Community Sailing Oyster Roast
    Sun., Nov. 22, 4-8 p.m. | Bowens Island Restaurant

    with live bluegrass from Yeehaw Junction and guests (see Pick on p. 26)


  • Circular Blues w/ Paul Geremia
    Circular Blues w/ Paul Geremia
    Sun., Nov. 22 | Circular Congregational Church

    The Circular Blues Unplugged series continues on Sunday evening with a set by Paul Geremia, an acclaimed singer/guitarist. 7 p.m. (see story)


  • 2009 ESPN Charleston Classic Basketball Tournament
    2009 ESPN Charleston Classic Basketball Tournament
    Through Nov. 22 | Carolina First Arena

    Pre-season Collegiate Men's Basketball will showcase eight teams from eight NCAA-Division I conferences: University of S.C., Penn State, Davidson, UNC-Wilmington, Miami, LaSalle, USF, Tulane. Each team is guaranteed three exempted games, playing through a win/lose bracket.


Classified Listings
  • Il Cortile Del Re We went to Il Cortile after the Mike Moran Furniture show at Rebekah Jacob Gallery… -project_runwayHottie
  • Baked Heaven!!! The service was friendly & suggestive not to mention knowledgable on all the incredible… -alicia66
  • A.C.'s Bar and Grill Love A.C.'s brunch. Chicken and waffles are the best cure for a hangover. If you… -chaslovah
  • Tokyo Bistro The Sushi is AWESOME, their Dancing Dragon Roll is the best sushi I have ever… -Megan
  • Paisano's Pizza Grill The Colbert is the best pizza I've ever had! What a great mix of flavors,… -beach

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