CHARLESTON, S.C. -- For the eighth consecutive year, Charleston has been named the most popular city in the U.S., according to Condé Nast Traveler magazine. Results of the 31st annual Readers’ Choice Awards were announced today and will be celebrated in the November issue on newsstands October 16.

The Awards are widely regarded as the longest-running and one of the most prestigious recognitions of excellence in the travel industry. Nearly half a million Condé Nast Traveler readers submitted a recording-breaking number of responses evaluating their travel experiences. 

Godfrey KHill is a renowned historian who knows Charleston and its history and always asks people "what is Gullah?" In this edition of "Quintin's Close-ups," I sit down with Godfrey, one-on-one.

Written by Christian Senger on behalf of ABC News 4

Following up on their January announcement, the Charleston Library Society and The Charleston Trust U.K. last week announced details for a new collaborative literary festival taking place in Charleston, SC from November 2-5, 2017. The festival, called Charleston to Charleston, is modeled on, and formed in collaboration with, the Charleston Farmhouse in Sussex, home to the Charleston Festival, one of England’s premier literary gatherings.

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Friday
Plan A: White Bogan Duo / Terraphonics ft Abstract, Royal American
Plan B: Bizness Suit, JohnKing
Things around town: SpeakUP: Call for Collaboration, John Dart Library

Written by Christian Senger on behalf of ABC News 4

The second iteration of the Charleston Arts Festival will once again celebrate area creatives working across genres like music, dance, visual arts, comedy, culinary arts, and more. The 2017 edition features periodic events from Friday, September 22nd until Saturday, October 28th.

The festival will celebrate creators of all types through a variety of events held throughout the Charleston area...

Kwame Alexander, New York Times-bestselling author and 2015 Newberry Medal recipient, will be the featured speaker at this year’s Black Ink: A Charleston African American Book Festival.

Alexander will join at least 50 black authors and hundreds of readers for the second annual event on Saturday, September 23rd from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the main branch of the Charleston County Public Library. The event is free and open to the public.

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Thursday
Plan A: Ohm Radio Variety Hour featuring Grace Joyner, Very Hypnotic Soul Band, The Royal Tinfoil, Effin' B Radio, PURE Theatre
Plan B: Kidd Aggie EP Release Party, Royal American
Things around town: Black Diamond Band, Pour House

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A look at the best in live, local music around the Charleston area this weekend.
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FRIDAY
Plan A:
Rock the Rescue, Tin Roof
Plan B:
Elvis Ain’t Dead Fest 2, Charleston Pour House - featuring: Dantes Jump Suit, Madam Adam, Mike Martin and the Beautiful Mess, ’17 Comeback Special, and Horror Business
Things around town:
Jamisun, Charleston Harbor Fish House

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Another school year is here, and with that, many teachers and administrators are well on their way to planning their school’s big field trips of the year. Many South Carolina schools choose to bring their students to Charleston due to its rich history, hands-on learning opportunities, and cultural landmarks. But just because you’re a parent chaperoning a school trip doesn’t mean that you can’t still enjoy Charleston’s vibrant culinary scene!


Here are some great options for satisfying your group's picky eaters (without sacrificing flavor) in Charleston:

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Thursday
Plan A: Judson McKinney & Sam Stringfield, Palmetto Brewing
Plan B: Adam Barley, The Eclectic Cafe & Vinyl
Things around town...

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Every Friday this August, the Town of Mount Pleasant will present the Waterfront Music & Movies series at Waterfront Park. The fun starts at 6:30 pm.

Each event is free to attend and includes live music and an outdoor movie with the Ravenel Bridge and Charleston Harbor as the perfect backdrops. Multiple food trucks and vendors will be onsite during each event.

This year's schedule is as follows ...

The Weekend Playlist is provided by Disco Teepee, headed up by Meggie Hulsey, on behalf of ABC News 4.

THURSDAY
Plan A:
Marsh Jam - The Bend
Plan B: John Sherill - JohnKing Grill & Bar
Things around town: Joseph Aaron / Dylan Swinson / Joshua Jarman - The Eclectic Cafe & Vinyl