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CALENDAR, Sept. 14+: Green Fair, author visit, more

Week of Sept. 14+: Green Fair, Moonlight Mixer, Lee Robinson, Workplace diversity, Chase After a Cure, Oktoberfest 5K Run-Walk, more

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REVIEW: Inside the O’Briens

Inside the O’Briens: I recently read the new book by Lisa Genova, called Inside the O’Briens. I loved her first book, Still Alice, as well. Genova is a neuroscientist, and although she writes fiction, her books explore various neurological issues, and it’s obvious that she knows what she’s talking about.

by Charleston Currents · 09/14/2015 · Comments are Disabled · Features, Reviews

FOCUS: In race to move Charleston forward, keep it together

By Leon Stavrinakis, candidate for mayor of Charleston | Forty years ago, Joe Riley left the legislature to become mayor of Charleston. We have all been witness to the kind of difference proven leadership can make as we watched him lead Charleston’s transformation into a diverse, economic powerhouse led by thriving hospitality, booming manufacturing, growing knowledge based, high-tech industries and the most unique quality of life anywhere.

As Mayor Riley steps away from the stage, it’s time to ask ourselves what we need for our city to continue to be the special place we all love.

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GOOD NEWS: Aquarium’s Holland lectures oceans, wildlife and Lowcountry

Four lectures offered by the Holland Lifelong Learning initiative at the S.C. Aquarium between now and February will focus on issues that directly impact the oceans and Lowcountry. Lectures will include talks on sharks, the saltmarsh, seafood, and why zoos and aquariums matter. Also: No offshore drilling, natural history at Charleston Museum, MUSC patents, BAR report.

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9/7, full issue: Toby Smith, Cuba, more

IN THIS ISSUE, Sept. 7, 2015:
PHOTO: Dumb signal
FOCUS, Toby Smith: In race to be a voice for the voiceless
BRACK: South Carolina can learn from Cuba
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Kaynard Photography
MONTHLY: Alzheimer’s session to be Sept. 11
GOOD NEWS: Five library listening sessions scheduled
FEEDBACK: Letters on Cuba trip
CALENDAR: Sept. 7+
REVIEW: Factory Man, by Beth Macy
MYSTERY: Old brick, old gate
S.C. ENCYCLOPEDIA: South Carolina’s connection to Barbados

by Charleston Currents · 09/07/2015 · Comments are Disabled · Full issue

CALENDAR: Sept. 7+: New show, dancing, Green Fair

PURE Theatre, Shaggin’ on the Cooper, Charleston Green Fair, more

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Three letters on Cuba column

We totally agree with what you have said. We visited Cuba in early March with a group and were enchanted. Loved it. Do not want too many changes to take place, though perhaps opportunities for improvement for the lives and comfort of the Cuban people who were quite wonderful.

by Charleston Currents · 09/07/2015 · Comments are Disabled · Feedback

HISTORY: South Carolina’s connection to Barbados

S.C. Encyclopedia | One of the enduring myths of American history is the centuries-old assertion that the thirteen original colonies were “English” colonies. While they were governed by the English, the colonies were not peopled only by individuals of English ancestry.

by Charleston Currents · 09/07/2015 · Comments are Disabled · Features, S.C. Encyclopedia

REVIEW: Factory Man

The Bassett Furniture Company, once the world’s largest wood furniture manufacturer, was run by the same powerful Virginia family for generations.

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SENIORS: Alzheimer’s group to provide day of education on Sept. 11

By Mary Ross McQuage, contributing editor | The South Carolina chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association on September 11 will host the 14th Annual Educational Workshop entitled “Putting the Pieces Together.” The program will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with lunch provided, at College Center, Trident Technical College Main Campus, at 7000 Rivers Avenue in North Charleston, SC.

by Charleston Currents · 09/07/2015 · Comments are Disabled · Seniors, Views