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We Are Family returns with back-to-school events
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Smiles all around at We Are Family’s recent prom. | Photo provided by We Are Family
As summer comes to an end, programming for the upcoming school year is revving up. We Are Family is one of many organizations with plans to host back-to-school events.

We Are Family is a nonprofit that aims to provide affirming spaces for LGBTQI+ and ally individuals through the age of 24. Its vision is for this group to feel empowered “to find their places in the world, in their families, and in their communities.”

Founded in 1995, We Are Family began serving this area in early 1997 by offering direct services to LGBTQI+ youth through a weekly peer support group.

Today, the organization has several programs and initiatives focused on leadership development, community and movement building, advocacy, social support groups, and mental health assistance programs.

Upcoming programs

SafeSpace | Designed for middle and high school students with weekly meetings at 7 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Aug. 1 | Topic: A well-rounded apology and connection + healing spell jars
  • Tuesday, Aug. 15 | Topic: How to communicate conflict and harm + knitting circle
  • Tuesday, Aug. 29 | Topic: Intentional Community + pod mapping
Additionally, there will be virtual meetings on Tuesday, Aug. 8, and Tues. Aug. 22

QueerSpace | Designed for young adults ages 18-24
  • Saturday, Aug. 12, time TBA
  • Saturday, Aug. 26, time TBA
The Q Crew | Designed as a virtual support group for LBGTQI+ who are Black Indigenous People of Color for people ages 16-24
  • Wednesday, Aug. 2, time TBA
  • Wednesday, Aug. 16, time TBA
  • Wednesday, Aug. 30, time TBA
Art Therapy | Designed for high school-aged individuals, run by licensed MUSC art therapists, and does not require any experience
  • Wednesday, Aug. 2, 6–7:30 p.m. | Topic: Centering and naming your emotions
  • Wednesday, Aug. 20, 6–7 p.m. | Topic: Exploration of identity in this time of community trauma
More monthly groups
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Events
Monday, July 31
  • Books & Beats | Monday, July 31 | 10 a.m. | Baxter-Patrick James Island Library, 1858 S. Grimball Rd., Charleston | Free | Enjoy a fun morning of books and beats with Charleston DJ turned children book author and illustrator, DJ Natty Heavy.
  • Freshfields Village Farmers Market | Monday, July 3 | 3-7 p.m. | Freshfields Village, 165 Village Green Dr., Kiawah Island | Free | Pick from fresh + organic produce, local food products, and Lowcountry crafts all summer long.
Tuesday, Aug. 1
  • Tuesday Tasting | Tuesday, August 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Accent on Wine Point Hope, 112 Renaissance Ln. Ste. #110, Charleston | $14 | Wine down the evening with for wine tastings – a ticket includes four wines.
Wednesday, Aug 2
  • Instrumental Jazz Night: A Night of Latin Music | Wednesday, August 2 | 7-10 p.m. | Forte Jazz Lounge, 475 King St., Charleston | $20-$30 | This band is filled with Charleston’s best jazz musicians as they explore the dynamic and exciting Latin Jazz genre.
Calendar events here
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News Notes
Drink
  • Handcraft Kitchen & Cocktails’ Aperol patio is officially open. Charleston’s first and only Aperol patio features vibrant decor, umbrellas, a turfed area, and signature cocktails like the Sullivan’s Island Spritz and Mount Pleasant Punch.
Edu
  • The Isle of Palms Recreation Center will host a College Application Boot Camp for rising high school seniors and parents. The three sessions are on Tuesday, Aug. 1, Tuesday, Aug. 8, and Wednesday, Aug. 9, 3:30-5 p.m. Topics range from applications to scholarships and financial aid. (Holy City Sinner)
Number
  • More than 14,000 people have visited the International African American Museum after being open for over a month. Officials say the museum has been sold out every day since opening with South Carolina residents + visitors from across the country. (WCBD)
Plan Ahead
  • One of Charleston’s busiest weekends will return next spring. During the weekend of Friday, April 5-Sunday, April 7, there will be major events, including the Cooper River Bridge Run, the Flowertown Festival, and the Credit One Charleston Open. (The Post and Courier)
Travel
  • Fuel up on cash back for your next road trip. Download Upside to get cash back on gas, grocery, and restaurant purchases at 50,000+ locations across the country. Use code CHS25 to earn an extra 25 cents per gallon.*
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Any Tad Lasso fans? Mex 1 Coastal Cantina’s West Ashley will host a free Ted Lasso-themed trivia tomorrow, Aug. 1, at 8 p.m. Come share a margarita pitcher with friends and test your knowledge on the show.
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