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SUMMARY:Art Show By Robin Raymond - Introducing Bonny's Garden
DESCRIPTION:Meet artist Robin Raymond and see all new original art\, most is based off of a beautiful tropical garden a friend has in Beaufort \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/992405252405593/
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/art-show-by-robin-raymond-introducing-bonnys-garden/
LOCATION:The Social Betty\, 204 Carteret St\, Downtown Beaufort\, SC\, The Social Betty\, 204 Carteret St\, Downtown Beaufort\, SC
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SUMMARY:South Carolina Academy of Authors Induction Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The South Carolina Academy of Authors (SCAA)\, in partnership with the Pat Conroy Literary Center\, will hold its biennial induction weekend in Beaufort this May 3-5. \nThe SCAA selects new inductees whose works have been judged culturally important. Each inductee\, whether living or deceased\, has added to South Carolina’s literary legacy by earning notable scholarly attention or achieving historical prominence. Including this year’s induction\, the SCAA\, founded in 1986\, will have officially inducted more than 100 authors into its literary hall of fame. This year’s honorees are Marcus Amaker\, William P. Baldwin\, Harlan Greene\, and the late Ann Head. \nIn addition to hosting this literary hall of fame\, the SCAA also sponsors annual fellowships and student prizes in poetry and prose through support from the Penelope Coker Hall/Eliza Wilson Ingle Fund of Central Carolina Community Foundation. \nThe 2024 SCAA induction weekend is funded in part by a grant from South Carolina Humanities\, a not-for-profit organization inspiring\, engaging\, and enriching South Carolinians with programs on literature\, history\, culture\, and heritage. \nABOUT THE HONOREESMarcus Amaker served as the first Poet Laureate of Charleston from 2016 to 2022. In 2019\, he was honored with a Governor’s Arts award in South Carolina and was named the artist-in-residence of the Gaillard Center\, a world-renowned performance and education venue. His tenth book is Hold What Makes You Whole\, from Free Verse Press. \nLowcountry native William P. Baldwin is being recognized for his work in poetry\, fiction\, and nonfiction. His best-known novel\, The Hard to Catch Mercy\, was awarded the Lillian Smith Book Award. Most recently\, he has published The Unpainted South: Carolina’s Vanishing World\, a collection of songs\, photographs\, and poems\, as well as the novel Charles Town. \nHarlan Greene has written both fiction and nonfiction\, with a focus on Charleston. As an archivist and historian\, he has worked to save and interpret the literary heritage of the state. His most recent work\, The Real Rainbow Row: Explorations in Charleston’s LGBTQ History was published in 2022. \nThe SCAA recognizes authors both living and deceased\, and\, this year\, will be posthumously celebrating fiction writer Ann Head (1915-1968). She published several novels as well as over 50 short stories and novelettes in major magazines both here and abroad. Her most famous\, Mr. and Mrs. Bo Jo Jones\, was made into a TV movie and stayed in print for four decades. Head was also the first creative writing mentor to Pat Conroy (1945-2016)\, who was himself inducted into the literary hall of fame in 1988. \nREGISTER IN ADVANCEhttps://scaa2024inductionweekend.eventbrite.com \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS \n~ FRIDAY\, MAY 3 ~Noon to 4:00 p.m.: Pat Conroy Literary Center open to the public (601 Bladen St.). Free\, no registration required. \n12:30 to 1:30 p.m.: Ann Head author presentation by her daughters Nancy Thode and Stacey Ahner at Beaufort County Library Main Branch (311 Scott St.)\, presented in partnership with the Beaufort District Collection. This special event will also include recognition of the 2024 winner of the Ann Head Literary Prize at Beaufort High School. Free\, advance registration required. \n2:00 to 3:30 p.m.: Pat Conroy’s Beaufort golf cart tour via Beaufort Tours. $40/person; register in advance at www.beauforttoursllc.com. \n5:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Harlan Greene author presentation at the Pat Conroy Literary Center (601 Bladen St.)\, followed by a book signing and reception. Presented in partnership with Lowcountry Pride. Free\, advance registration required. Catering by Debbi Covington. (Weather permitting\, this event will be held outside at the Conroy Center.) \n~ SATURDAY\, MAY 4 ~9:30 a.m. to noon: Teddy Bear Picnic Children’s Read-Aloud\, hosted by DAYLO: Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization at the Port Royal Farmers Market (1615 Ribault Rd.\, Port Royal). Free\, no registration required. \nNoon to 4:00 p.m.: Pat Conroy Literary Center open to the public (601 Bladen St.). Free\, no registration required. \n12:30 to 1:30 p.m.: William P. Baldwin author presentation at Beaufort County Library Main Branch (311 Scott St.)\, followed by a book signing. Free\, advance registration required. \n2:00 to 3:30 p.m.: Pat Conroy’s Beaufort golf cart tour via Beaufort Tours. $40/person; register in advance at www.beauforttoursllc.com. \n5:30 to 8:00 p.m.: MAIN EVENT: South Carolina Literary Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Dinner at the Beaufort Holiday Inn & Suites Conference Center (2225 Boundary St.\, Beaufort). Honorees William P. Baldwin and Harlan Greene will be recognized in person. Marcus Amaker will appear in a pre-recorded video acceptance. Ann Head will be represented by her daughters\, Nancy Thode and Stacey Ahner. Buffet dinner\, cash bar. $55/person. Books available for sale and signing. \n~ SUNDAY\, MAY 5 ~11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Optional brunch at the Rhett House Inn (1009 Craven St.). Contact the Inn at 772-485-0100 or mimi@rhetthouseinn.com to reserve brunch seating. \nNoon to 4:00 p.m.: Pat Conroy Literary Center open to the public (601 Bladen St.). Free\, no registration required. \n1:00 to 2:00 p.m.: SCAA Fellowship Winners reading at the Rhett House Inn Garden (1009 Craven St.). Winners not yet announced. Free\, advance registration required. \nABOUT THE SOUTH CAROLINA ACADEMY OF AUTHORSThe South Carolina Academy of Authors (SCAA) seeks to identify and recognize the state’s distinguished writers and to promote their literature’s influence on our cultural heritage. The Academy’s educational focus serves to publicize works by South Carolina authors\, to connect the writers with their audience\, to nurture and support South Carolina’s literary talent\, and to foster the love of reading and writing among the people of South Carolina. Learn more and donate at www.scacademyofauthors.com. \nVISITING FROM OUT OF TOWN?For lodging and dining options in Beaufort\, please visit www.beaufortsc.org. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/448487097508751/
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/south-carolina-academy-of-authors-induction-weekend/
LOCATION:Beaufort\, South Carolina
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SUMMARY:Beaufort Water Festival 5K & 10K - Walk-ups welcome on race day!
DESCRIPTION:The 68th Annual Beaufort Water Festival welcomes you to the 5k/10k race on Saturday\, May 4th\, 2024. The 5K/10K race will start at 8:00AM in beautiful Port Royal at Live Oak Park. This is a wonderful flat course that takes you along the moss-draped giant live oaks with beautiful views of the Intracoastal waterway.   \nThe course is USATF Certified #SC18011DW   \n5k is a run or walk for $20.00 and 10K is run only for $25.00. Walk ups will be available day of race. Packet pick-up and late registration at Live Oak Park on May 4th and starting at 7:00AM. Awards to overall Male and Female and top 3 in each age division. \nTiming is provided by Grounded Running Beaufort.  Participants registered by April 25thth will receive a free 68th Annual Beaufort Water Festival 5K/10K T-shirt.   \nRegistration after April 25th\, and Walk up registration cannot be guaranteed a T-shirt.  \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/754618920049283/
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LOCATION:Port Royal SC
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SUMMARY:22nd Annual May River Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Town of Bluffton leaders and staff are asking residents to help clean up the May River\, her shores\, nearby streets\, and parks of the Bluffton Historic District on Saturday\, May 4\, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (Please arrive at 8:30 a.m. to allow time for setup). \nEvent partners and the Town of Bluffton will provide all supplies and lunch. \nFor more information\, please contact Nicole Wright\, Stormwater Technician\, at 843-540-6958 or nwright@townofbluffton.com. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/292120160570575/
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/22nd-annual-may-river-cleanup/
LOCATION:Oyster Factory Park
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SUMMARY:Local Home Market & Vendor Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first vendor market at FWDG to support local artists and craftsman. Enjoy free entry\, raffles\, discounts\, and more!  \nWe are still accepting new vendors! Sign up here > https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfCOVuC1UhW4Dfip22Zyp3dJUczNeEQqIHbQwQuLiWCkWmFXA/viewform?usp=sf_link \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1134267977987657/
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/local-home-market-vendor-fair/
LOCATION:745 Robert Smalls Pkwy\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29906\, 745 Robert Smalls Pkwy\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29906
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SUMMARY:The Helianthus Project: Mother's Day Brunch & Blooms
DESCRIPTION:The Helianthus Project’s Mother’s Day Brunch & Blooms\nJoin us for a Blooming Celebration!\nUrban Brew Coffee in charming Beaufort\, SC is brewing up something special this Mother’s Day. They’ve teamed up with The Helianthus Project\, a local nonprofit dedicated to assisting minor/youth victims of human trafficking to bring you our Mother’s Day Brunch & Blooms on Saturday\, May 4th \, 2024 from 11:30-2:30pm at Urban Brew Coffee. \nIndulge in delectable brunch delights\, sip on Urban Brew’s signature coffee blends\, and bask in the company of loved ones. \nBut that’s not all! \nOur blooming event features: Floral Arrangements: Whether it’s for you or a cherished mother\, our vibrant\, fresh-cut flower varieties await your creative touch. Mix and match\, arrange\, and let your love bloom! Brunch snacks: Get your brunch on! All participants will get not one\, but two golden tickets: a small beverage of their choice and a delectable bakery item. \nCommunity Impact: All proceeds benefit The Helianthus Project’s initiatives \n“Of all the gifts life has to offer\, a loving mother is the greatest of all.”\nTHP’s Mother’s Day Brunch and Blooms event will be on Saturday\, May 4th from 11:30 -2:30 pm at Urban\nBrew coffee in Beaufort. All proceeds go toward The Helianthus Project and our mission to assist\nminor/youth victims of human trafficking.\nThe Helianthus Project is a Latina and veteran founded 501©(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to\nassist minor and youth victims of human trafficking. Our goal is to amplify every voice through\neducation\, advocacy\, and healing. We are dedicated to the countless children within the Lowcountry\nwho have been victimized by this heinous crime\, and we tirelessly fight for these often-\nunderrepresented groups.
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LOCATION:Urban Brew + Co\, 2139 Boundary Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, US
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day Brunch & Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Urban Brew + Co. has teamed up with The Helianthus Project to bring you our Mother’s Day Brunch & Blooms to support our mission of assisting minor/youth victims of human trafficking!Support a great cause while creating your unique bouquet for yourself or someone special in your life.​*Limited space available- register early* Purchase your tickets at: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjAyOTM5 \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/350891487788729/
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LOCATION:Urban Brew + Co
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SUMMARY:Wanderlust Mothers Day Market
DESCRIPTION:May 4th we are back at Shellring Ale Works!! This is a combo Mother’s Day and star wars day celebration!! We are hoping to have our biggest market yet and are now accepting vendors!! 4-8pm with live music and more!! Come be part of the party!! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/710991224576284/
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/wanderlust-mothers-day-market/
LOCATION:Shellring Ale Works\, 1111 11th street\, Port Royal\, SC\, 29935\, US
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SUMMARY:Free Street Music Concert on Paris Avenue
DESCRIPTION:Becoming a heavily anticipated event each year from May through September (with a July break from the heat)\, Street Music brings in high quality national touring musicians for a FREE community concert in the heart of Port Royal. \nOver the past several seasons\, thousands of locals have enjoyed the free concerts that are held right in the middle of the street on Paris Avenue. \nEach year\, 4 concerts are held from May through June\, and also 4 concerts are held from August through September. \nThis May and June\, 4 different acts will be performing live on Paris Avenue\, bringing a unique mix of funk\, soul\, blues\, folk and rock to town. \nThe May/June 2024 line-up:\nMay 4th – Soulful Femme\nMay 18th – Dave Keller\nJune 1st – Jonathan Ellison\nJune 15th – Seth Walker\n \nDescribed by some as ‘tailgating for grown-ups’\, Street Music in Port Royal isn’t just about great music; it’s the fun feeling of being part of the community you get just from being there. \nGrab some friends\, your dancing shoes and a cooler full of your favorite drinks and plan to have a fantastic time with your neighbors this spring on Paris Avenue.
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LOCATION:Paris Avenue in Port Royal\, Paris Avenue\, Port Royal\, SC\, 29935\, United States
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