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SUMMARY:Monthly Teddy Bear Picnic Read-Aloud with DAYLO
DESCRIPTION:On the first Saturday of every month\, you can join the student volunteers of DAYLO: Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization for a Teddy Bear Picnic read-aloud at the Port Royal Farmers Market (1615 Ribaut Rd.). In collaboration with the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center\, high school and college student volunteers from the Beaufort-based chapters of DAYLO gather at the gazebo in Naval Heritage Park from 9:30 a.m. to noon to read diverse\, inclusive picture books to children and their families\, inspiring a love of stories\, books\, reading\, and peer-to-peer mentoring.  \nCozy blankets\, a plethora of stuffed animals\, and some snacks help the students make a welcoming environment in this free community literacy program. Several times a year\, National Park Service Ranger Katherine Freeman also joins in for Read with a Ranger\, a literacy and art project thematically connected to the missions of DAYLO\, the Conroy Center\, and the Reconstruction Era National Historic Park.  \nDAYLO is a student-led diversity themed book club and community service group founded at Beaufort High School and now with chapters across South Carolina. Learn more at: https://linktr.ee/DAYLOBFT. \nThe Pat Conroy Literary Center is a nonprofit interpretive and learning center advancing the legacy of beloved\, bestselling writer\, educator\, and mentor Pat Conroy (1945-2016)\, author of The Water Is Wide\, The Great Santini\, The Prince of Tides\, and more. Learn more at: www.patconroyliterarycenter.org.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/monthly-teddy-bear-picnic-read-aloud-with-daylo-12/
LOCATION:Port Royal Farmers Market\, Port Royal Farmers Market
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SUMMARY:Sweetgrass Basket Class at Marshview Mercantile
DESCRIPTION:There’s something magical about learning a skill that’s been passed down through generations. Our Sweetgrass Basket Class is more than just a lesson — it’s a day of smiles\, connection\, and honoring a beautiful Lowcountry tradition. \nIf this sounds like your vibe\, join our next class. \nFeb.7\, 10:30a-12:30 \nMarshview Mercantile\, 2631 Boundary Street\, Beaufort \n\nRegister here: \nhttps://marshviewmercantile.commentsold.com/products/sweetgrass-basket-class-feb-7-1030-1230
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/sweetgrass-basket-class-at-marshview-mercantile-2/
LOCATION:Marshview Mercantile\, 2631 Boundary St\, Beaufort\, SC\, 29906\, US
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SUMMARY:Freedom Day Celebration “Freedom to Learn: Education as Liberation Then\, Now\, and Next
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, February 7\, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Free admission\, donations welcome\, Rain or Shine \nWhere:Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park40 Harriet Tubman WayHilton Head Island\, SC 29926  \nFor More Information:Visit exploremitchelville.org or call 843-255-7301. \nFreedom to Learn: Education as Liberation Then\, Now\, and NextA community gathering honoring Mitchelville’s legacy and the power of education \nHistoric Mitchelville Freedom Park invites the community to Freedom Day 2026—an uplifting\, thought-provoking celebration honoring Mitchelville’s enduring legacy as the first self-governed town of formerly enslaved people in the United States and the first known community to require education for children in South Carolina. \nThis year’s theme\, “Freedom to Learn: Education as Liberation Then\, Now\, and Next\,” explores how education has served as a cornerstone of liberation\, civic leadership\, and self-determination—historically at Mitchelville and urgently in our world today. \nFree admission. Donations welcome. Rain or Shine \nEmcee-Dr. Erica S. Taylor\, Assistant Superintendent for Communications\, Business & Community Partnerships\, Orangeburg County School District \nRemarks-Ahmad Ward\, Executive Director\, Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park-Dr. Frank Rodriguez\, Superintendent\, Beaufort County School District \nFeatured Panel Discussion \nModerator \n-Dr. Deborah L. Mack\, Former Director\, Smithsonian National Museum of African Art \nPanelists \n-Ellen E. Weaver\, South Carolina State Superintendent of Education \n-Dr. Valerie Cave\, Superintendent\, Allendale County School District \n-Dr. Glenda Sheffield\, Superintendent\, Hampton County School District \n-Dr. Paulette R. Dillard\, President & CEO\, Shaw University \nHistoric Mitchelville Freedom Park will host their annual Freedom Day Celebration on Saturday\, February 7\, 2026\, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the park on Hilton Head Island. The annual commemoration will honor Mitchelville’s enduring legacy as sacred ground and spotlight the powerful role of education as a cornerstone of liberation\, civic leadership\, and self-determination. \nThe theme for 2026\, “Freedom to Learn: Education as Liberation Then\, Now\, and Next\,” is rooted in Mitchelville’s historic commitment to learning. Freedom Day 2026 will explore how the community’s early adoption of compulsory education\, one of the first in South Carolina\, continues to shape conversations about access\, equity\, and opportunity today. \n“Freedom at Mitchelville was never just an idea—it was built\, governed\, and taught\,” said Ahmad Ward\, Executive Director of Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park. “Our annual Freedom Day celebration invites our community to reflect on what it means to protect the right to learn\, and how education remains one of the most enduring pathways to dignity\, power\, and self-determination.”
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/freedom-day-celebration-freedom-to-learn-education-as-liberation-then-now-and-next/
LOCATION:40 Harriet Tubman Way\, Hilton Head Island\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29926\, 40 Harriet Tubman Way\, Hilton Head Island\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29926
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SUMMARY:Souper Sourdough Saturday at Marshview Mercantile
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for Souper Sourdough Saturday! On Saturday\, February 7\, stop by Marshview Mercantile for Super Bowl-ready soups\, snacks\, and sourdough\, featuring a pop-up from The Sour Loaf Co. We’ll be sampling Cooke’s Tavern soups and specialty dips—game day goodness made easy. Menu details coming soon!\n\nFeb. 7\, 11-2p\nMarshview Mercantile\n2631 Boundary St.\, Beaufort\, SC
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/souper-sourdough-saturday-at-marshview-mercantile/
LOCATION:Marshview Mercantile\, 2631 Boundary St\, Beaufort\, SC\, 29906\, US
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SUMMARY:Cemetery Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Beaufort National Cemetery is the 13th oldest national cemetery in the United States and is the final resting place for over 30\,000 veterans and eligible family members. Would you like to learn about some of the heroes buried here and their stories? Come join our cemetery walking tour. Volunteer docents will take you on a tour through the 162-year old cemetery and learn about our nation’s history through the stories of those who served and defended it. Tours start at the main flagpole. For more information\, contact the cemetery at 843-524-3925.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/cemetery-walking-tour-30/
LOCATION:1601 Boundary Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902\, 1601 Boundary Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
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SUMMARY:Sweetgrass Basket Class at Marshview Mercantile
DESCRIPTION:There’s something magical about learning a skill that’s been passed down through generations. Our Sweetgrass Basket Class is more than just a lesson — it’s a day of smiles\, connection\, and honoring a beautiful Lowcountry tradition.  \nIf this sounds like your vibe\, join our next class. \nFeb.7\, 2pm to 4pm \n\nMarshview Mercantile\, 2631 Boundary Street\, Beaufort  \n\nRegister here: https://marshviewmercantile.commentsold.com/products/sweetgrass-basket-class-feb-7-2-4p
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/sweetgrass-basket-class-at-marshview-mercantile-3/
LOCATION:Marshview Mercantile\, 2631 Boundary St\, Beaufort\, SC\, 29906\, US
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SUMMARY:Krewe Port Royal's Mardi Gras Parade
DESCRIPTION:Krewe of Port Royal Announces Mardi Gras Parade \nPort Royal\, SC — The Krewe of Port Royal invites the community to celebrate Mardi Gras with its annual Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday\, February 7\, featuring beads\, music\, and a lively after-party for all ages. \nParade lineup will begin at 3:00 p.m. at the Port Royal Post Office on Paris Avenue\, with the parade officially kicking off at 4:00 p.m. The parade will follow the same route as previous years\, traveling from Paris Avenue\, turning onto 11th Street\, and concluding at Shellring Aleworks. \nOnce the parade concludes\, festivities will continue at Shellring Aleworks with an exciting Battle of the Bands featuring Whale Branch High School and Battery Creek High School. Attendees can also enjoy an after-party with food trucks\, music\, and a face painter for kids\, making it a fun-filled time for the entire family. \nThe Krewe of Port Royal Mardi Gras Parade is a community-focused event celebrating a far from ordinary spin on the spirit of Mardi Gras. Residents and visitors are encouraged to bring their friends\, families\, and festive spirit for an unforgettable afternoon and evening.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/krewe-port-royals-mardi-gras-parade/
LOCATION:Port Royal\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29935\, Port Royal\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29935
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SUMMARY:Valentines Cookie decorating Class
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate love\, creativity\, and a little sugar in this Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating Class! Whether you’re coming with friends\, a partner\, or treating yourself to a fun afternoon out\, this class is the perfect way to get into the Valentine’s spirit.In this hands-on class\, you’ll learn step-by-step how to decorate a curated set of 6 Valentine-themed sugar cookies\, featuring hearts\, florals\, sweet treats\, and romantic details. No experience is needed — I’ll guide you through each design with easy-to-follow techniques so you can relax\, have fun\, and leave with cookies you’ll be proud of.✨ What’s Included:6 pre-baked Valentine’s Day cookiesAll icing\, tools\, and decorating suppliesGuided instruction and decorating tipsA bakery box to safely take your cookies home \nWhen: Saturday February 7thWhere: Rotten Little Bastard Distillery \n2139 Boundary St \nUnit 102 \nBeaufort\, SC 29902Time: 4-6pm \n**Class includes 1 cocktail\, compliments of RLB Distillery!** \nCocktails\, Tastings\, and tours are available starting up to an hour prior to the event and ending at the start of the event. Sprits cannot be poured during the event per SC Law. Thank you for understanding. \nThis class is perfect for beginners and experienced decorators alike. Come enjoy a creative\, festive evening and leave with beautifully decorated cookies (and maybe a little extra confidence in your decorating skills!). \n💌 Spots are limited — advance registration required.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/valentines-cookie-decorating-class/
LOCATION:Rotten Little Bastard Distillery
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SUMMARY:Annual Port Royal Mardi Gras Parade & Party
DESCRIPTION:Laissez les bon temps rouler! The 3rd Annual Krewe of Port Royal Mardi Gras is marching back into the beautiful Town of Port Royal\, SC. \nCome celebrate and let loose on Saturday\, February 7th as The Town of Port Royal is turned into a lively festival of life\, culture\, and community; bringing the beads\, music\, floats\, and all the excitement of Mardi Gras—Port Royal style. \nSave the date and gather your krewe because the big parade starts at 4pm\, with line up at 3pm\, following the same route as last year. Be sure to line up along Paris Avenue between 16th Street (Anchor/Mariners Park) and 11th Street to catch all the action. \nThe parade will conclude at Shellring Ale Works\, where the after-party kicks off with an exciting Battle of the Bands featuring Whale Branch High School and Battery\nCreek High School. Attendees can also enjoy an after-party with food trucks\,\nmusic\, and a face painter for kids\, making it a fun-filled time for the entire family. \nThe Krewe of Port Royal Mardi Gras Parade is a community-focused event\ncelebrating a far from ordinary spin on the spirit of Mardi Gras. Residents and\nvisitors are encouraged to bring their friends\, families\, and festive spirits for an\nunforgettable afternoon and evening. \nRegistration to participate is required and may be done by contacting Port Royal\nOVA through their Facebook page with details about your unit (vehicles\, walkers\,\nfloat size) or by visiting Port Royal Town Hall in person to obtain an application. \nDon’t miss this family-friendly celebration of Mardi Gras traditions\, music\, food\, and\nfun! Mark your calendars\, invite your friends and family\, and come dressed in your best\nMardi Gras attire to join in the revelry. \nThis year’s Mardi Gras event will be unforgettable and you will not want to miss it!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/annual-port-royal-mardi-gras-parade-party/
LOCATION:Paris Avenue in Port Royal\, Paris Avenue\, Port Royal\, SC\, 29935\, United States
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