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Shakedown Jam: A Park Circle Block Party

Join us for the Shakedown Jam: A Park Circle Block Party on Sunday, October 19th from 12–5pm. Enjoy FREE shows from The Reckoning playing Grateful Dead tunes on the courtyard stage plus Robert Corbett's Just Groove. We’re closing the alley and street in front of Commonhouse Aleworks for a full-on Shakedown Street experience with heady vendors, fairy hair, face painting and other kids' activities. Grab your friends, enjoy the music, shop the scene, enjoy craft brews and soak up the good vibes.

MUSIC:
The Reckoning (1-4pm)
Just Groove (12-1 & 4-5pm)

FOOD:
Swig and Swine

DRINKS:
Commonhouse Aleworks brews, wine, cider, frosé, canned cocktails, and non-alcoholic options: soda, kombucha, and cold brew.

VENDORS:
Drifter Merch, Grateful Fred, Reba's Dancing Dyes, Shamelessly Alive, Grateful Seams Shambles Boutique, Arnie’s Tie Dyes, Homeys Head Vibes The Sparkle Bar, Kids Garden, Lizard Glass Design, Untamed Altar, The Mixing Bowl, Surfer Betty, The Paint Pixie, This is me Vinyl, LoftinLoaded, Infinity Energy Spa & Crystal Shop, and Bright Star Designs

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4th Annual Drifter Fest Lineup Announced in Charleston

Held in downtown Charleston, the 4th Annual Drifter Fest: Bert Griggs Memorial Jam will be on Saturday, September 14th at the Refinery Amphitheater featuring Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, Junco Partner, The Reckoning and Just Groove. Available for sale at noon, general admission tickets are $25 ADV, $35 DOS with VIP at $60 at drifterfest.com/tickets. A free pre-jam will take place on Friday, September 13th at Home Team BBQ with 54 Bicycles. There will also be after parties each night at The Commodore as all as Friday at the Palace Hotel.

Sponsors include Jack Daniel’s Black Label, Clambank Construction, Mass Mutual SC/Hudnall Financial Group, Southern Flavor Magazine, Rodgers Wranglers, The Camden Agency, Lauren Courcoux/Carolina One Real Estate, Cotton Patch Hemp Co., Kickin' Chicken, Garrett Rust, Realtor of Distinction, Corcoran HM Properties, The Corte Foundation, Carolina Audio Video, Closet Factory, and MarkaBull. A talented group of vendors will also be showcasing their wares. Look for Drifter Merch, HoneyCreek Pottery, Reba’s Dancing Dyes, Katie Lindler’s Life in Lyrics, Bright Star Designs and hi Seltzer.

Drifter Fest celebrates the life of the late Bert Griggs. A huge fan of live music, he turned his passion into a well-received apparel and accessories company, Drifter Merch, that was inspired by his favorite bands. Additionally, Bert was an amazing father, husband, son, brother, and friend. He had an innate ability to make everyone he met feel like they were the most important person in the room. Bert never met a stranger. In fact, he was everyone’s best friend. He had the sweetest soul and a tender heart that loved hard and deeply. Bert had a unique sense of humor with an infectious laugh and smile that could light up the darkest room.

For more information about the 4th Annual Drifter Fest: Bert Griggs Memorial Jam, visit www.drifterfest.com.

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4th Annual Drifter Fest Announced in Charleston

The 4th Annual Drifter Fest: Bert Griggs Memorial Jam will be on Saturday, September 14th at the Refinery Amphitheater. A pre-jam will take place on Friday, September 13th at Home Team BBQ. Both events will start at 7pm and end at 11pm in Downtown Charleston. There will also be after parties each night at The Commodore. While the musical line up and ticketing will be announced soon, sponsorship and vending opportunities are available now.

Drifter Fest celebrates the life of the late Bert Griggs. A huge fan of live music, he turned his passion into a well-received apparel and accessories company, Drifter Merch, that was inspired by his favorite bands. Additionally, Bert was an amazing father, husband, son, brother, and friend. He had an innate ability to make everyone he met feel like they were the most important person in the room. Bert never met a stranger. In fact, he was everyone’s best friend. He had the sweetest soul and a tender heart that loved hard and deeply. Bert had a unique sense of humor with an infectious laugh and smile that could light up the darkest room.

For more information about the 4th Annual Drifter Fest: Bert Griggs Memorial Jam, visit www.drifterfest.com

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