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Happening Around Town
It is August. The kids are headed back to school and summer is winding down; but there is still loads of fun to be had in Charleston. This year, August has five Fridays, and that means that Charleston’s favorite outdoor concert series, “Live on the Levee” has five free concerts at Haddad Riverfront Park! Speaking of free outdoor concerts, be sure to check out the Brown Bag Concert at the United Bank Plaza during lunchtime on Aug. 8. “Food Truck Friday” ends its summer run on Aug. 3 at the Ronald McDonald Charities Building on Pennsylvania Ave. You won’t want to miss Capitol Market’s multi-course farm to fork event. You can dine on wonderful fare created by Chef Paul Smith with local ingredients. And speaking of Capitol Market, you can help Manna Meal by purchasing green beans from the market and participating in a bean-stringing event with live music and raffle giveaways!
and other activities will take place on Magic Island. The Charleston Parkrun continues every Saturday in August. This free 5-K run is a great way to get healthier with your friends and family. One of the most highly anticipated events each summer is the YWCA’s women’s only fundraiser benefiting their Resolve Program. This is a “PARTY with a PURPOSE”: to end domestic violence. Over 1,000 local ladies attend this event to have a terrific evening with friends and help to support other women who are less fortunate. The $150 admission goes toward this program. There is still a lot to enjoy along the Kanawha River, you can continue to dine al-fresco, and then get ready for some football. Fall will be here before we know it! Cheers!
Pro Watercross returns to Charleston with “SportsFEST”. A variety of water events including a YMCA River Swim, paddleboarding,
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The Family of Coal Portrait” Exhibit, WV Culture Center, admission: FREE
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Food Truck Friday”, Ronald McDonald House Charities Parking Lot, 910 Penn. Ave., cost varies
Let’s Get Cooking”, Chef Paul Smith, 11am, Capitol Market Outdoor Pavilion, admission: FREE
Multifest “Live on the Levee” featuring Biscuit and The Mix 6:30pm, Haddad Riverfront Park, admission: FREE
Salsa Dancing”, 8:30pm, Vino’s Bar & Grill, admission: FREE
The Little Mermaid”, Charleston Light Opera Guild, 7:30pm, Clay Center, admission: varies
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Science Saturday”, noon, Clay Center, admission: FREE
Stringing Beans with Manna Meal”, 10 am, Capitol Market, admission: varies
Downtown Charleston ArtWalk”, 5pm, various venues, admission: FREE
Brown Bag Concert” featuring Blue Yonder & Friends, 11:30am, United Center Plaza, admission: FREE
Live on the Levee” featuring The Hobbs Sisters and Trent Harmon, 6:30pm, Haddad Riverfront Park, admission: FREE
Live on the Levee” featuring LC Band and Resurrection, 6:30pm, Haddad Riverfront Park, admission: FREE
Books ‘n’ More: Rosie the Riveter”, 1:15pm, Kanawha County Main Library, admission: FREE
SportsFEST”, Magic Island, various events
Books ‘n’ More: Katherine Johnson”, 1:15pm, Kanawha County Main Library, admission: FREE
Charleston Parkrun”, 8am, Magic Island, admission: FREE
Live on the Levee” featuring The Settlement and Beggars Clan, 6:30pm, Haddad Riverfront Park, admission: FREE
Market Table- A Farm to Fork Event”, 6:30pm, Capitol Market, admission: TBA
YWCA Girls Night Out”, 6pm, Civic Center, admission: $150
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Looking Back
By: M. Lynne Squires
...at the Greyhound Bus Station
There is a park in the middle of downtown Charleston. Slack Plaza, situated midway between the Town Center Mall and Capitol Street, was designed with the hope it would be a convenient point where people could enjoy their lunch break or attend outdoor community events. But before there was Slack Plaza, there was the Atlantic Greyhound Bus Lines Terminal. Many may not even remember the bus station because the terminal was demolished in the 1980’s. One of Charleston’s most outstanding examples of Art Deco architecture fell to the wrecking ball, taking with it a piece of the city’s history. The ground was broken for the station on June 15, 1936. The terminal was constructed by H.B. Agsten and Son. It was designed, and the construction supervised by Atlantic Greyhound architect George D. Brown. Brown was based for a time in Charleston, where he designed not only the Charleston Terminal, but also the Huntington, West Virginia terminal, and several others. The terminals of his design in Columbia, South Carolina, and Savannah, Georgia are listed on the National Register of Historic Places for their place in architectural history. The terminal opened at 9:00 am, January 30, 1937. The decorative glass block on the structures face was not in place at the opening due to a labor strike. Not hindered by a cosmetic issue, the terminal was fully opened for business. In addition to Atlantic Greyhound bus service, the terminal also accommodated buses from the Logan Williamson Bus Company and the West Virginia Transportation Company. The enclosed concourse held twelve buses, and the adjacent lot could accommodate a dozen more. The concourse provided the passengers and their luggage protection from inclement weather. Passengers were greeted at the entry by a neon sign featuring a ‘lifein-action’ greyhound that appeared to be running as the neon lights shifted patterns. The distinctive sign was made by Cary Systems, the M. Lynne Squires is the author of the award-winning book Letters to My Son - Reflections of Appalachia at Mid-Century, as well as Mid-Century Recipes from Cocktails to Comfort Food, and Writers on Writing. Visit www.mlynne.com.
premier neon sign producer in Charleston. The interior design featured an inlaid terrazzo floor, black columns, green walls, and a cream-colored ceiling. A glass ‘skylight’ concealed the bulbs for the rooms primary lighting. The staircase descended to the lower level that housed a men’s lounge and lavatory and ascended to the women’s restroom and lavatory. Both areas were furnished in tubular Art Deco chairs, tables and sofas. Tiled showers were available in these traveler rest areas, complete with maid and valet service. At the time the Charleston terminal was built, the president of the Atlantic Greyhound lines was Arthur M. Hill who hailed from Charleston. Hill worked in a lumber mill, several coal mines, and two banks before founding the Midland Trail Transit company. He was also president of the Charleston Transit company and served for 12 years as the president of the National Association of Motor Bus Operators. The luxurious, state-of-the-art terminal quickly became a hub of activity on Summers Street. Boasting a café with both counter seating and tables, there was also a barber shop, shoe shine stand, and telegraph station. Townspeople as well as travelers utilized these services. Bus travel opened the continental United States to travelers in the early to mid-20th century. Taking a bus then was as commonplace as catching a plane is today. But as car ownership increased, bus travel decreased. By the mid-seventies, bus travel had dropped dramatically. The Charleston terminal was moved to another location a few blocks away in the 1980’s. While still serving the basic needs of travelers, the amenities of the bus station shrank to a ticket counter and a few vending machines. Next month, we look back at the Levee and its place in the city’s history.
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CHANGE IS SCARY, no one particularly likes change. When dealing with your home, you have to think of it as “good scary”, it can be a big expense and a bigger problem if you hate it. But do you really hate it? Or is it that you’re just not used to the change, the newness of it. Just keep that in mind that change actually means change. I think that it sometimes surprises people when things are new and different from the old way that they’re used to. One of the easiest changes is switching out your pillows on your sofa. If you are intimidated by color this is an excellent way to try some new trendy colors (think coral, citron yellow, or turquoise) on your sofa. It won’t be a big financial commitment and will give you the chance to live with a new color and see if you love it enough to commit to a piece of furniture next time. Challenging your comfort level with a bold pattern like an animal print or geometric in a great color can make that old blah couch come to life.
been hanging in your living room for 17 years might look better in your front hall? Or the big Blenko vase that was on your side board might be just what you needed on your island in the kitchen? This is a great task to accomplish with a designer or trusted friend. It’s kind of like cleaning out your closet, you have that one friend who will really tell you, “no, those denim mom shorts do not work and no one will ever want to see you in them again.” That’s the girl you want to tell you if your rug looks shabby or chic.
Accessories are another good thing to change up. Again, you can make a huge impact in your house without spending a ton of money. We all get used to our things in their place, and love them, but maybe moving items around will give a piece a breath of fresh air. I regularly clear out client’s accessories and wall art and pile everything in the dining room and then “shop” those pieces before hitting the stores. Maybe the bird prints that have
I have a friend whose family has had a cabin on a lake in the woods for decades. It’s very difficult to get to and even worse to have work done on it. The original wood floor to this beloved vacation home had been neglected to the point that they were not safe and had to be replaced and my dear friend was beside herself with the thought that the old wood floors that three generations of her family had tread upon for decades would face demolition. There was no consoling her, there was a change in the air and that’s all it took to get her into a full on tail spin. I helped her pick new wood that looks old (but not the same “old”), almost (but not quite) the same color. Fast forward a year, the “new old” floors are installed and she arrives for her summer vacation- after a few days of moping around recalling “the good old days” (and wondering where the old wood was so she could make picture frames out of it- she wants to make frames out of everything) she promptly forgot about hating the new floors and moved on about enjoying her vacation. It only took two days to adjust, but just to be on the safe side we never, ever discuss the new floor “situation” for fear of reopening old wounds.
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when he busted me right away and with considerable commentary about how much the new mirror was hated. Granted, the old one was from his grandparents’ house but in my defense just because something is old doesn’t mean it’s an ”antique” worth keeping in your powder room. I said “ok, I’ll put the old one back.” Then I waited until he brought the subject up again a few days later. “Oops, I forgot, I’ll do it over the weekend.” And then I waited until, right on schedule a few days after that, my sweet, adorable husband said, “wait, I kind
of like that mirror there” and just like that, the balance was restored in the house and now that old mirror hangs over his dresser in our bedroom and everybody is happy. He’s adorable to think he actually had any say in the situation. So the point of this tale is don’t be afraid of change, give yourself time to really see if you truly dislike something. Or could it be you are just not used to the new modern crystal sticks that now adorn your mantle. Give new changes a few weeks to sink in. I challenge my clients to live with something new they swear they don’t like for a month. If after that time they’re not loving it, we go back to the drawing board. Generally, they end up happy with the change. Remember, at the end of the day you’re the one that lives in your house, not your designer or your friend that’s helping you redecorate. Your home should always be a reflection of your family and lifestyle, incorporating new ideas with your style is easy to achieve with a little patience and creativity.
My adorable husband is another change hater. Generally, I just change things around the house and my daughter and I make wagers on how long it will take him to actually notice the change, then how long he will say he hates it until he says he likes it. So, when I decided to remove an old mirror in our powder room and put a new one up I was floored
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ONE OF THE RARE ART DECO HOMES in the City of Charleston! Huge double lot with tons of great architecture from the circular staircase, round glass enclosed dining room with matching ceiling detail, and balconies off 3 bedrooms overlooking the large yard. There is so much character and detail to be celebrated in this home. Polish it up, and have a true Art Deco masterpiece! $209,900 MLS 224532
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SPACIOUS, MOVE-IN READY RANCH-STYLE HOME setting at the end of cul-desac in a great neighborhood! Freshly-painted interiors and some new carpet. Updated kitchen and master bathroom with a 1-year old HVAC system. Large family room with wet bar and screen porch leading to the fully-fenced back yard with an outbuilding. Formal living room could be 4th bedroom. $225,000 MLS 224197
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GREAT CORNER LOT with a house that is cute, clean and ready for a new owner. enced yard, new carpet, perfect rental or first time home owner. $69,500 MLS 224028
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CHARMING FAMILY HOME WITH TONS OF POTENTIAL. 3 BR, 1.5 BA with walkup attic that could be additional living space or master bedroom. Large formal LR & DR excellent for gatherings. FR off eat-in kitchen with spacious covered back deck and fenced back yard. Covered front porch. Motivated seller, bring offers! $199,900 MLS 221802
CUTE KANAWHA CITY CHARMER with first floor master bedroom and both large family room and great covered back patio. Large kitchen pantry and bonus bedroom, loft space upstairs, fenced yard, 1 car detached garage and tons of curb appeal. $147,000 MLS 222264
COOL MID-CENTURY VIBE WITH A GREAT ADDRESS! ons of potential to finish out the details and really have a cool house. Full walk-out basement with family room, bedroom, and bath offers unlimited possibilities! Needs some TLC. $124,500 MLS 221208
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2 BR & 2.5 BA make this the perfect home for someone looking for an easier lifestyle! Great private back deck for enjoying the summer evenings after returning from the community pool. Large FR & half BA on the main level with a bonus den space from home office, crafts, or additional storage. pdated kitchen w cherry cabinets & updated MBA. Fresh paint! $195,000 MLS 222409
TONS OF POTENTIAL IN THIS GREAT WEST SIDE STARTER HOME! 2 blocks from Kanawha Boulevard makes it easy to enjoy all the new riverfront improvements! A little paint and clean up make this a great home to build some equity with! $34,900 MLS 219929
ENJOY THE BEAUTY & PRIVACY. Stunning 5 BR, 5.5 BA home nestled on 3 wooded acres min to downtown! Beautiful landscaping & a screen porch off the back for quiet dinners & enjoying the amazing view, gorgeous sunsets, & abundant wildlife. Large open floor plan with a first floor bedroom. $415,000 MLS 217768
NEW CONSTRUCTION TOWNHOMES 5 MINUTES FROM CHARLESTON. 3 bedrooms 2 baths. 1st floor master. Open floor plan, great storage and two car garage. $256,000 MLS 210296
SO MUCH MORE THAN YOU ARE EXPECTING from this incredibly maintained and updated home 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, hardwood floors, new drywall in some areas, beautiful 3 Seasons thermaguard sunroom (20.00x10.00), wooded backyard, updated HVAC, breakfast room off kitchen (10.07x09.02), and separate family room with stone fireplace. $115,000 MLS 217291
INCREDIBLE FAMILY HOME WITH 4 BEDROOMS AND 2.5 BATHS. Very wellmaintained and loved through the years! Beautifully-landscaped and fenced back yard for all your summer entertaining. Located in the much-desired Woods and Irons Subdivision! $334,900 MLS 220841
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BRUCE DRIVE • Three bedrooms • Two baths • Wood burning stove • Large family room
• Large deck • Mid- entry home MLS:224635; $155,000
1589 HAMPTON ROAD • Five bedrooms • Three full baths • Two half baths
Stone fireplace • Two car garage Open floor plan
768 BERG DRIVE • Four bedrooms • Three baths • 8.41 acres • Private setting
• Large back deck • 2 wood- burning FP MLS: 223715; $369,000
pw 137 WHISPERING WOODS • Five bedrooms • Four and a half baths wo stone fireplaces • Extra storage • Floor to ceiling
windows • Granite counters in kitchen MLS: 222345; $683,000
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• Large skylights • Great for entertaining MLS: 222114; $210,000
813 MONTROSE DRIVE • Four bedrooms • Two baths • Remodeled home irst floor master
• Walk-out basement • Large back yard MLS: 221399; $139,900
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Driving ve and a half hours North and a little West of Charleston brings you to Detroit, Michigan, otherwise known as Motor City. Detroit is a metropolitan American city famous for being the car capital of the world. It housed the big three--- ord, Chrysler, and General Motors---at the height of the automotive boom, bringing fortune and fame to the city. But there is much more to Detroit than just
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Photo by Melody Pittman.
100 galleries of art ranging from ancient history to contemporary. The DIA is also home to the 27 Detroit Industry Murals, painted by Mexican artist Diego Rivera in 1932-33, which represent aviation, shipping, and boating in great detail.
Detroit is an artsy town with impressive street art everywhere you look. Here, you can visit the Detroit Institute of Arts DIA , one of the top ten art museums in the nation. It o ers
Mexican artist Diego Rivera worked nearly two years to complete his amazing Detroit Industry Murals. Photo by Melody Pittman.
The General Motors World Headquarters are in downtown Detroit. Photo by Melody Pittman.
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Street art found in the Eastern Market.
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Sporting events are a heavy hitter in Detroit. Catch a Red Wings hockey game at the Little Caesar’s Arena or a Detroit Lions football game at ord ield. Detroit Tigers play major
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food tour that includes samples of pizza, ice cream, nuts, and more as you learn about the neighborhood and fabulous street art.
Canada is visible from across the waterfront at the Detroit River why not visit Remember to take your US passport and money for tolls before making the trip. Windsor, the rst town you come to in Canada, a great place to enjoy international food and drinks.
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Beer enthusiasts will love that Detroit is one of the best beer states. Try local brews from Jolly Pumpkin, Atwater Brewery, Motor City Brewing, and Batch Brewing Company, to name a few. At nigh me, consider Bert’s ntertainment for live music, great soul food, and cocktails.
WHERE TO EAT IN DETROIT The Aloft Detroit at the David Whitney is part hotel-part permanent residence in downtown Detroit. Photo by Melody Pittman.
The Detroit Red Wings are one of the Original Six teams of the National Hockey League. Photo by Melody Pittman.
famous and beautiful ox Theatre serves as the premier entertainment venue for concerts, musicals, and other live productions. It became a National Historic Landmark in 1988. A visit to the astern Market is a must This open-air market is approaching fty years of success. It may have been one of the rst farmer’s markets in the country and was thriving long before visiting local markets was a cool thing to do. More than 225 stalls at the market o er souvenirs, fresh food, flowers, jewelry, pottery, and much more, all locally produced.
Delicious Chicken Strudel with Boursin cheese and mushrooms from Rusted Crow. Photo by Melody Pittman.
Rusted Crow is a tasty eatery in downtown Detroit with good salads and an arsenal of superb appetizers. Try the Brussels Sprout salad with dried Michigan cherries, almonds, and red onions or the Chicken Strudel with caramelized onions, spinach, mushrooms, and Boursin cheese in phyllo dough.
There is a wide array of accommodations in Detroit to satisfy your travel needs. or the luxury traveler, the Aloft Detroit at the David Whitney is a fantastic o ering. The 136-room contemporary Aloft Hotel is a great mix of marble furnishings, fantastic views, and posh rooms. It is also within walking distance of the city’s vibrant theater and sports neighborhoods and also located on the Line, Detroit’s modern street trolley.
or breakfast, try one of the most talked about items in town- THAT GG SANDWICH THO from Astro Co ee. The price is just right and less than ve dollars. The QLine is a streetcar system that runs down Woodward Avenue and stops at 12 places. Photo by Melody Pittman.
If you enjoy playing the slots or table games, MGM Grand Hotel Casino is a top choice. rom Topgolf to a savvy spa, live concert events to delicious steakhouses, this isn’t your average hotel. Did I mention that 3,500 slot and video poker machines and 1 3 table games are also located in the hotel with you
A few of the Eastern Market shops, some in operation for over 50 years. Photo by Melody Pittman.
Detroit is the birthplace of the Motown sound, so don’t skip the iconic Motown Museum. Where else can you stand in the same spot where Motown music giants Scrumptious meatballs over polenta dish from Supino Pizzeria. Photo by Melody Pittman.
Supino Pizzeria o ers a great selection of yummy pizza pies. My favorite thing was the Polpette, hearty meatballs served over roasted polenta. It was spectacular It is no wonder that this eatery was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.
The Motown sound was born here and referred to as “Hitsville, USA”. Photo by Melody Pittman.
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Budget-friendly accommodations include the Holiday Inn xpress Downtown Detroit, Crowne Plaza Detroit Downtown Riverfront, and Trumbull and Porter Hotel Detroit.
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