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eXcess boXes: Lady-led sketch comedy
After a cool six-year hiatus, Charleston’s favorite lady-led sketch comedy show has finally returned. eXcess boXes is a fast-paced, character-driven, all-women cast show that’s really just an excuse to do epic giveaways. Each show, the group partners with local makers to give the audience a taste of what Charleston artists are capable of.
May 16. 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. $20/ticket. Silver Hill Studio. 4268 Spruill Ave. North Charleston. namelessnumberhead.com/excessboxes
That BIG Book Sale
Book lovers and bargain hunters alike should be ready for the Charleston Friends of the Library’s largest fundraiser of the year. Now in its 44th year, the book sale features more than 50,000 available books in all categories with some going for as low as $1. Stack as many books (and some other goodies) as you can carry and walk out for less than the cost of a movie ticket.
Through May 17. Sale hours vary. Omar Shrine Auditorium. 176 Patriots Point Road.…