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SUMMARY:Save the Dates: Pat Conroy Literary Festival (Oct 26-29)
DESCRIPTION:The Pat Conroy Literary Festival began as Pat Conroy’s 70th birthday celebration in October 2015 and now continues as an annual signature event of the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center. The 8th Annual Conroy Festival will be held on Thursday\, October 26\, through Sunday\, October 29\, as a series of free and ticketed events in Beaufort\, SC\, featuring author discussions\, writers workshops\, a poetry reading\, a screening of the film The Lords of Discipline\, and a musical performance by the Beaufort Mass Choir. \nPresenting writers\, poets\, and instructors include bestselling authors Ron Rash (The Caretaker)\, Mary Alice Monroe (The Summer of Lost and Found)\, Mary Kay Andrews (Bright Lights\, Big Christmas)\, Victoria Benton Frank (My Magnolia Summer)\, Cassandra King (Tell Me a Story)\, Homeira Quaderi (Dancing in the Mosque)\, and Mitchell Zuckoff (The Secret Gate); screenwriter Thomas Pope (The Lords of Discipline); Galley Books executive editor Carrie Feron; poets Jennifer Bartell Boykin (Traveling Mercy)\, Freya Manfred (When I Was Young and Old)\, and Tim Conroy (No True Route); English professors and literary scholars Valerie Sayers\, Sean Heuston\, and Ellen Malphrus; and many more. \nThe 8th Annual Pat Conroy Literary Festival is made possible by the generous support and collaboration of the Robert S. Handler Charitable Trust\, the South Carolina Arts Commission\, The Cunningham Team – Merrill Lynch Wealth Management\, Bank of America\, Oyster Cay Collection\, Eugene A. Rugala & Associates\, Hahn Family Wines\, Lowcountry Real Estate\, Bay Street Jewelers\, Grayco\, AlphaGraphics\, NeverMore Books\, the Rhett House Inn\, Lucius and Darryl Laffitte\, Rebecca Bruff\, Patricia A. Denkler\, Mike McFee\, Marly Rusoff and Mihai Radulescu\, and others. \nPlease register in advance at https://patconroyliteraryfestival2023.eventbrite.com. If a festival event is not sold out beforehand\, tickets will also be available for sale at the door on the day of.  There is no cost or advance registration needed for students to attend author presentations events.  \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS (subject to change) \nTHURSDAY\, OCTOBER 26 \nNoon -4:00 p.m. TOURS: Pat Conroy Literary Center open to the public for guided tours. Free. (601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort) \n2:00-4:00 p.m. WORKSHOP: Say What? A Playful Dialogue Workshop\, Led by Valerie Sayers. Ticketed\, $45. (Pat Conroy Literary Center\, 601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort) https://saywhatdialogueworkshop.eventbrite.com \n6:30-7:30 p.m. BOOK CLUB: My Losing Season book club discussion led by Charlene Spearen and Jonathan Haupt\, part of the monthly Pat Conroy Book Club at the Rhett House Inn. Ticketed\, $10. (1009 Craven St.\, Beaufort) https://patconroybookclubatrhetthouseinn.eventbrite.com \nFRIDAY\, OCTOBER 27 \n9:00-10:30 a.m. WORKSHOP: From Bad to Good to Unputdownable: Workshop Led by Sean A. Scapellato. Ticketed\, $45. (Pat Conroy Literary Center\, 601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort) https://frombadtogoodtounputdownable.eventbrite.com \n11:00 a.m.-Noon AUTHOR EVENT: New York Times best-selling author Ron Rash will discuss his new Korean War-era novel The Caretaker in conversation with USC Beaufort writer in residence Ellen Malphrus. Ticketed\, $10. Book signing afterwards. (USC Beaufort Center for the Arts\, 805 Carteret St.\, Beaufort) https://patconroyliteraryfestival2023.eventbrite.com \nNoon-4:00 p.m. TOURS: Pat Conroy Literary Center open to the public for guided tours. Free. (601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort) \n12:30-2:00 p.m. WORKSHOP: The Gift of Family: Sharing Memories in Poetry\, Prose\, or Memoir\, Workshop Led by Freya Manfred. Ticketed\, $45. (Pat Conroy Literary Center\, 601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort) https://thegiftoffamilyworkshop.eventbrite.com \n2:00-3:15 p.m. AUTHOR EVENT: Leading Ladies in Southern Fiction: A Conversation with Bestselling Authors Mary Kay Andrews\, Victoria Frank\, and Mary Alice Monroe\, moderated by Cassandra King\, with special guest\, fiction editor Carrie Feron. Ticketed\, $10. Book signing afterwards. (USC Beaufort Center for the Arts\, 805 Carteret St.\, Beaufort) https://patconroyliteraryfestival2023.eventbrite.com \n4:00-5:00 p.m. FILM PANEL: Panel discussion of The Lords of Discipline with screenwriter Thomas Pope\,  Citadel English professor Sean Hueston\, and Pat Conroy’s classmate and fellow author John Warley.  Ticketed\, $10. (USC Beaufort Center for the Arts\, 805 Carteret St.\, Beaufort) https://patconroyliteraryfestival2023.eventbrite.com \n5:00-6:00 p.m. Intermission with refreshments. \n6:00-8:00 p.m. FILM SCREENING: The Lords of Discipline. Ticketed\, $10.  (USC Beaufort Center for the Arts\, 805 Carteret St.\, Beaufort) https://patconroyliteraryfestival2023.eventbrite.com \nSATURDAY\, OCTOBER 28 \n10:00-11:00 a.m. FILM DISCUSSION: The Lords of Discipline screenwriter Thomas Pope in conversation with Ron Tucker\, executive director of the Beaufort International Film Festival\, on the making of the film. Ticketed\, $10. (USC Beaufort Center for the Arts\, 805 Carteret St.\, Beaufort) https://patconroyliteraryfestival2023.eventbrite.com \n10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. WORKSHOP: Excavating Memory into Poetry\, Led by Jennifer Bartell Boykin. Ticketed\, $45. (Pat Conroy Literary Center\, 601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort) https://excavatingmemoryintopoetry.eventbrite.com \n11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.  AUTHOR EVENT:  The Secret Gate: A True Story of Courage and Sacrifice During the Collapse of Afghanistan by New York Times bestselling author Mitchell Zuckoff\, with former U.S. State Department Special Agent and diplomat Sam Aronson\, in conversation  with Landon K. Thorne . Ticketed\, $10. Book signing afterwards. (USC Beaufort Center for the Arts\, 805 Carteret St.\, Beaufort) https://patconroyliteraryfestival2023.eventbrite.com \nNoon-4:00 p.m. TOURS: Pat Conroy Literary Center open to the public for guided tours. Free. (601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort) \n2:00-3:00 p.m. AUTHOR EVENT: Writer and human rights advocate Homeira Qaderi\, author of Dancing in the Mosque: An Afghan Mother’s Letter to Her Son\, in conversation with author Valerie Sayers. Ticketed\, $10. Book signing afterwards. (USC Beaufort Center for the Arts\, 805 Carteret St.\, Beaufort) https://patconroyliteraryfestival2023.eventbrite.com \n3:30-4:30  p.m. POETRY PANEL: Why Poetry Matters\, panel discussion with poets Ron Rash  (Poems: New and Selected)\, Jennifer Bartell Boykin (Traveling Mercy)\, Freya Manfred (When I Was Young and Old)\, and Tim Conroy (No True Route)\, moderated by Ellen Malphrus. Ticketed\, $10. Book signing afterwards. (USC Beaufort Center for the Arts\, 805 Carteret St.\, Beaufort) https://patconroyliteraryfestival2023.eventbrite.com \n3:30-5:00 p.m. WORKSHOP: Writing a Great Fiction Query Letter\, Workshop Led by Carrie Feron. Ticketed\, $100. (Pat Conroy Literary Center\, 601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort) https://writingagreatfictionqueryletter.eventbrite.com \n7:00-9:00 p.m. RECEPTION: Wrap Party  at the Pat Conroy Literary Center and preview of the Witness Tree Park\, with guest MCs Jeanne Meserve and Jeffrey Blount\, with a musical performance by the Beaufort Mass Choir. Refreshments. Ticketed\, $35. (Pat Conroy Literary Center\, 601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort) https://patconroyliteraryfestival2023.eventbrite.com \nSUNDAY\, 0CT0BER 29 \nNoon-4:00 p.m. TOURS: Pat Conroy Literary Center open to the public for guided tours. Free. (601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort)
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/save-the-dates-pat-conroy-literary-festival-oct-26-29/
LOCATION:Beaufort\, South Carolina
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SUMMARY:October Lunch & Learn Series:  Pumpkins\, Posies & Prosecco
DESCRIPTION:Certified Naturalist Jill Moore of moore to LIFE RETURNS for this experiential workshop.  Come create a floral arrangement for the fall season\, with an informational presentation (fall flowers and greenery\, pumpkin facts\, nutritional information on pumpkins\, use of essential oils. it is art and nature at its finest!\nAll supplies are included\, enjoy prosecco and create with us! \n$35 Members | $40 Non- Members \nKindly reserve your spot by calling 843.379.1088 by October 23rd.  \nLunch is provided by The Kitchen Beaufort
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/october-lunch-learn-series-pumpkins-posies-prosecco/
LOCATION:61 Celadon Dr\, Beaufort\, SC 29907-2682\, United States
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SUMMARY:Epic HHI Event at Park Plaza Cinema. TAYLOR SWIFT: The Eras Tour
DESCRIPTION:It’s been a long time coming\, but @TaylorSwift | The Eras Tour Concert Film lights up our big screens starting 10/13 at Park Plaza Cinema. \n“TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR”  is coming to Park Plaza Cinema!! 4WEEKEND ONLY! \nFRI OCT 13th until SUN NOV 5\nPLAYING Weekends only!  \nExperience TAYLOR SWIFT | THE ERAS TOUR on the big screen\nGet your tickets now. \nTickets and seats here:\nhttps://www.mannsparkplazacinema.com/movie/350745/taylor-swift-the-eras-tour   \n33 Office Park Rd\, Hilton Head Island \nThe cultural phenomenon continues on the big screen! Immerse yourself in this once-in-a-lifetime concert film experience with a breathtaking\, cinematic view of the history-making tour. Taylor Swift Eras attire and friendship bracelets are strongly encouraged!  \nYou can purchase individual tickets\nOR… \nPRIVATE PARTIES available for designated showtimes by Park Plaza Cinema.\nThe BUYOUT SHOWTIMES in Theater #5 seats 80.\nAdults. $19.89 plus tax\nChild 11 and under and Senior.  $13.13 plus tax \nTrailer : https://youtu.be/KudedLV0tP0?si=QNNNl7QayGZf6_vw \nTICKETS AND SEATS ON SALE NOW!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/epic-hhi-event-at-park-plaza-cinema-taylor-swift-the-eras-tour-2/
LOCATION:33 Office Park Rd\, Hilton Head Island\, SC 29928-4615\, United States
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SUMMARY:Annual Beaufort Ghost Tours
DESCRIPTION:Beaufort’s ghosts\, ghouls and freaks are coming out at night as the 29th year of CAPA’s Ghost Tours hit the streets of downtown Beaufort this month. \nThe historic moss-lined streets of Beaufort are full of interesting ghostly stories and you can make plans to get spooked while taking a haunted tour beginning October 13th and you’ll hear lots of eerie accounts retelling haunted stories about our historic town. \nSponsored by The Exchange Club of Beaufort\, Ghost tours will be available as either a 45-minute carriage ride or a 60-minute walking tour meeting ghosts and ghouls along the way who will reveal scary Beaufort stories that have been passed down for generations. \nLegendary ghosts of Beaufort include Gauche\, the 15th Century French dwarf who rumored to roam “The Castle” at 411 Craven Street. Gauche is said to be one of America’s oldest ghosts. Other ghostly stories include William Baynard\, the unknown spirits living in Wigg-Barnwell House and Frogmore Manor\, the Land’s End Light\, the ghostly lovers of Fripp Island Beach. \nSign up now to take a narrated carriage ride or walking tour through Beaufort’s Historic District while listening to stories of the ghosts that are rumored to haunt Beaufort’s historic homes. \nDates/Times/Tickets\nOctober 13\, 14\, 15\, 20\, 21\, 22\, 27\, 28\, 29 \nCarriage tours via Southurn Rose Buggy Tours leave every 15 minutes starting at 630pm from the parking lot at 1006 Bay Street. Each narrated tour lasts approximately 45 minutes.\nCarriage Tour: $30 adults/$20 children 3-11 \nWalking ghost tours of downtown Beaufort begin at 7pm and leave every 20 minutes from Cannon Park\, across from 611 Bay Street. Each narrated walking tour lasts approximately one hour. Each day\, the 7pm walking tour time slot is also stroller and pet friendly.\nWalking Tour: $20 all ages \nThe event is organized and sponsored by The Exchange Club of Beaufort\, and proceeds from all of the annual ghost tours benefit CAPA Beaufort.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/annual-beaufort-ghost-tours-7/
LOCATION:Downtown Beaufort\, Bay Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ghost Tour
DESCRIPTION:Ticket Link Coming Soon! \nSave The Date! \nJoin us for a Ghost Walking Tour Downtown Beaufort\, October 27th.  Tour last 1-hour.  $25 per ticket all ages!  All ticket proceeds benefit CAPA (Child Abuse Prevention Association) and Parris Island Spouses’ Club Community Outreach and Scholarships.  \nWe will have a DOOR PRIZE for each of our tour groups!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/ghost-tour/
LOCATION:611 Bay Street\, Beaufort\, SC
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SUMMARY:The Addams Family - A New Musical Comedy
DESCRIPTION:THE ADDAMS FAMILY\, a comical musical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family. Get your tickets today so you do not miss out on this spooky delight!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/the-addams-family-a-new-musical-comedy-3/
LOCATION:May River Theatre\, 20 Bridge St\, Bluffton\, SC\, 29910\, US
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