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SUMMARY:Sankofa Nights
DESCRIPTION:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sankofa-nights-tickets-1142994771129
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/sankofa-nights-2/
LOCATION:USCB Hilton Head Campus\, USCB Hilton Head Campus
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SUMMARY:Beaufort Children’s Theatre presents Alice in Wonderland Jr.
DESCRIPTION:When young Alice finds herself in a strange world where everything seems upside down\, she must find her way home…and find herself along the way. As she travels through Wonderland\, she encounters all of the iconic characters that audiences have come to love: including the ever-tardy White Rabbit\, the grinning Cheshire Cat\, a cool Caterpillar\, the wacky Mad Hatter\, and the hot-tempered Queen of Hearts. \nUpcoming Dates: May 16\, 17 at 7:00 PM and May 18 at 3:00 PMTicket Price: $24 for adults\, $20 for seniors/military\, $16 for studentsVenue: USCB Center for the Arts (801 Carteret St. Beaufort\, SC 29902) \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/854122156129303/?event_time_id=854122159462636
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/beaufort-childrens-theatre-presents-alice-in-wonderland-jr/
LOCATION:801 Carteret St\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902\, 801 Carteret St\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
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SUMMARY:Cypress Wetlands Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join OAS as we search for birds at Cypress WetlandsWhen: Saturday\, May 17\, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Where: Cypress Wetlands in Port Royal\, South Carolina — approximately one hour from Savannah.What: This area boasts a lovely boardwalk that brings birders right up close to nesting\, wading birds.Rigor: Easy.Leader: Diana Churchill \nField trips are planned leader-directed birding opportunities. A knowledgeable and experienced leader will assist in spotting and identifying birds in a precise habitat selected for that particular field trip. The habitat and target birds for the particular area will be outlined in the field trip description. Field trips provide not only a birding opportunity but present learning opportunities for all\, especially beginning birders. Field trips are open to the public and birders of all skill levels and ages. Length of time varies. \nBy attending field trips sponsored by Ogeechee Audubon Society\, you acknowledge that these activities may be hazardous to you and your health and agree voluntarily to participate. \nBRING BINOCULARS\, HAT\, SUNSCREEN\, BUG SPRAY\, WATER AND SNACKS. OAS field trips will go on as scheduled in a drizzle but cancel with a downpour or if there is thunder/lightning at the start of the trip. \nOgeechee Audubon does not provide transportation to or from any programs or field trips. Members are free to arrange their own carpooling if they wish.In order to ensure everyone in attendance\,please contact OAS either in this event or directly.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/cypress-wetlands-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Cypress Wetlands Port Royal SC\, Paris Avenue\, Port Royal\, SC\, 29935\, US
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SUMMARY:Community Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:Mint Farm Community Yard Sale  \nAddresses participating to be updated!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/community-yard-sale-2/
LOCATION:Mint Farm\, Mint Farm
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SUMMARY:Hilton Head Community Market
DESCRIPTION:Local Goods • Local Food • Local Friends \nJoin us Saturdays\, from 9:30am – 12:30pm\, and shop small with local farmers\, makers\, bakers & more! \nShelter Cove Community Park39 Shelter Cove Lane\, Hilton Head Island\, SC 29928 \nThe Hilton Head Community Market donates 50%+ of all vendor fees collected each month to our featured nonprofits. Meet representatives from each organization and learn more about what they do on Saturdays!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/hilton-head-community-market-2/
LOCATION:Shelter Cove\, Shelter Cove
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SUMMARY:Our Two-rrific Birthday Party!
DESCRIPTION:We’re turning TWO- Let’s Party Like It’s Our Birthday (Because it is!) \nMarshview Mercantile is celebrating TWO whole years of doing what we love- and we’re throwing a birthday party to celebrate. YOU are totally invited!  \nHere’s what’s happening: \n🎂Birthday Cake & Pop-Up by @Meg’sSweet Treats (what’s a party without cake?) \n🎨 Local artist booths:@AR Bluffton Workshop Trucker Hat Bar@Simple Things Permanent JewelryCarol Sanders Shell ArtJan Glover Jewelry \n🦞Lobster Dog Food Truck\, 11-3 \n🎁 Exclusive sales & a free birthday gift FOR YOU with each $25 purchase \n🥳 Good vibes\, great people\, and all the party feels! \nWHEN: Saturday\, May 17\, 10:30a-3pmWHERE: 2631 Boundary Street\, Beaufort\, SC \nIt’s FREE! It’s fun! It’s gonna be fabulous! Invite & share with your friends\, bring your appetite\, and let’s celebrate!  \n#BirthdayBash #Cheerstotwoyears #Yeartwothankyou #Celebration #marshviewmercantile #beaufortsc #shopsmallshoplocal
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/our-two-rrific-birthday-party/
LOCATION:2631 Boundary St\, Beaufort\, SC\, 2631 Boundary St\, Beaufort\, SC
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SUMMARY:Marshview Mercantile 2nd Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Marshview Mercantile is turning TWO! Let’s Party Like It’s Our Birthday (Because it is!) \nMarshview Mercantile is celebrating TWO whole years of doing what we love- and we’re throwing a birthday party to celebrate. YOU are totally invited! \nHere’s what’s happening: \nBirthday Cake & Pop-Up by @Meg’s Sweet Treats (what’s a party without cake?)\nLocal artist booths:\nAR Bluffton Workshop Trucker Hat Bar\nSimple Things Permanent Jewelry\nCarol Sanders Shell Art\nJan Glover Jewelry \nLobster Dog Food Truck\, 11-3 \nExclusive sales & a free birthday gift FOR YOU with each $25 purchase \nGood vibes\, great people\, and all the party feels! \nWHEN: Saturday\, May 17\, 10:30a-3pm\nWHERE: 2631 Boundary Street\, Beaufort\, SC \nIt’s FREE! It’s fun! It’s gonna be fabulous! Invite & share with your friends\, bring your appetite\, and let’s celebrate!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/marshview-mercantile-2nd-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:Marshiew Mercantile\, 2631 Boundary Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, 29906\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lobster Dogs at Marshview Mercantile-BEAUFORT
DESCRIPTION:It’s an anniversary extravaganza that you don’t want to miss!!! Marshview Mercantile turns TWO!!! Shop til’ ya drop and indulge in a mouthwatering LOBSTER ROLL from 11am-3pm on May 17th!!**2631 Boundary St\, Beaufort\, SC
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/lobster-dogs-at-marshview-mercantile-beaufort/
LOCATION:2631 Boundary St\, Beaufort\, SC 29906-7341\, United States\, 2631 Boundary St\, Beaufort\, SC 29906-7341\, United States
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SUMMARY:Healthy Moms\, Healthy  Babies; Healthy Minds\, Healthy Bodies Lunch Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Healthy Moms\, Healthy Babies; Healthy Minds\, Healthy Bodies is a lunch symposium to be held in Frassell Hall at the historic Penn Center on St. Helena Island\,SC. \nIt is time for our community to be more aware of the impact that maternal and infant mental health in pregnancy and the first year of life has on the high rates of African American maternal/infant mortality in Beaufort\,Jasper and Hampton counties\, and in South Carolina in general. \nJOIN us to raise your awareness\,learn prevention and support techniques\, enjoy self-care and wellness practices\, share a deliciously nutritious lunch\, receive hands-on healing mini session. \nThis free event is made possible through a grant awarded by SC State Infant University Maternal Mortality Program and DHEC.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/healthy-moms-healthy-babies-healthy-minds-healthy-bodies-lunch-symposium/
LOCATION:Penn Center\, St. Helena Island\, SC\, Beaufort\, SC\, US
ORGANIZER;CN="Choices Birthing and Wellness Support":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Beaufort County Bike Show
DESCRIPTION:Beaufort County Bike Show Postponed \nDue to impending inclement weather\, the Beaufort County Bike Show originally scheduled for May 10 has been cancelled. The event will now take place on the designated rain date of May 17. \nThank you for your understanding\, and we look forward to seeing you then! \n## \nRev Up for the 5th Annual Beaufort County Bike Show! \nJoin us for an exciting day celebrating bikes of all styles at our 5th Annual Beaufort County Bike Show! Register to compete in one of the following classes: \n🏆 Custom – $500 payout🏆 Antique (25+ years old) – $200 payout🏆 Cruiser\, Sportbike\, Bagger\, or Open Production Class – $125 payout each🏆 People’s Choice \nGot a unique chopper\, trike\, or production ride? The Open Production Class might be your perfect fit! (Some class restrictions apply.) \n🎟 Spectator admission is FREE! \n🔥 Event Highlights:✔️ Awards & Prizes✔️ Food & Drinks✔️ Apparel & Merchandise✔️ Live Entertainment✔️ Family Friendly Activities✔️ Bounce Houses \nWant to be a vendor? Contact us for details! Sponsorships are also available with promotional opportunities. \n🚨 Gates open to the General Public at 12 PM.🚨 All participants must be set up by 12 PM. \nDon’t miss out—gear up and ride in for a day of fun\, competition\, and community! 🚴‍♂️🏍
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/5th-annual-beaufort-county-bike-show/
LOCATION:3116 Trask Parkway\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29906\, 3116 Trask Parkway\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29906
ORGANIZER;CN="Wingmen Motorcycle Club Beaufort County Chapter":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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SUMMARY:Scenes of Swan Lake\, Showcase 2025
DESCRIPTION:Come experience the magic as our talented DBC dancers take the stage in Scenes from Swan Lake\, Showcase 2025 at our Spring Performance  \nLet’s celebrate the beauty\, hard work\, and dedication of all our dancers!!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/scenes-of-swan-lake-showcase-2025/
LOCATION:Beaufort High School\, Beaufort\, SC\, 29907\, US
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SUMMARY:Better for you BBQ
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URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/better-for-you-bbq/
LOCATION:Online Event
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SUMMARY:Sundress and Sneakers Affair
DESCRIPTION:Please come and join us at our 2nd Sundress and Sneakers Affair\, featuring a live DJ\, hors d’oeuvres\, and drinks. It’s going to be a night to remember\, so don’t miss out! 🎉
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/sundress-and-sneakers-affair/
LOCATION:Port Royal Sound Maritime Center\, Port Royal Sound Maritime Center
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SUMMARY:Mommy and Me - Happy Birds
DESCRIPTION:This is a customer appreciation event for Mom’s!Mom’s paint free!We will have 3 different happy and cute spring birds for you to choose to paint and light refreshments.Mom + one child is only $25.Each additional child is $10.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/mommy-and-me-happy-birds/
LOCATION:10 Sam’s Point Way\, 29907\, 10 Sam's Point Way\, 29907
ORGANIZER;CN="Happy Art Studio":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T160000
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SUMMARY:THE DON'T GIVE UP TOUR - BEAUFORT\, SC
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS: www.egoentertainmentnet.com/event-details/the-dont-give-up-tour-beaufort-sc \nBeaufort\, South Carolina! Are you ready for a night of powerful foot-stomping\, soul-stirring music\, unshakable faith\, and unstoppable inspiration?” \nE.G.O. Entertainment Network presents The Don’t Give Up Tour\, bringing hope and healing to your city! Join us Saturday\, May 17th\, at 4 PM at First African Baptist Church\, 601 New St.\, for an unforgettable night! \nExperience several different genres of music\, Featuring the powerhouse lineup of multi-award-winning and nominated national recording artists\, Calandra Gantt\, Adrianne & MusicBox\, L. Lebron Wilson\, Psalmist Fetima\, Trebor Williams & The Warriors\, and the incredible Broken But Healed!” \nThis is more than a concert—it’s a movement! But listen up—tickets are NOT sold at the door! Get yours NOW at www.egoentertainmentnet.com/events! \nBeaufort\, don’t miss this! Grab your tickets today\, bring your family\, and let’s lift each other up—because GIVING UP is NOT an option! and you need to THRIVE in 2025!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/the-dont-give-up-tour-beaufort-sc/
LOCATION:601 New St\, Beaufort\, SC 29902-4731\, United States\, 601 New St\, Beaufort\, SC 29902-4731\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cele and Lynn Seldon - Book Chat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a book chat with travel journalists Cele and Lynn Seldon. Learn about the life of a travel writer\, some tips on places you must visit in the Lowcountry\, and some history of South Carolina. Lynn is also a published novelist and will discuss his works\, as well as fiction writing and how it differs from travel writing. Bring your questions for the casual and in-depth chat with these two local authors.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/cele-and-lynn-seldon-book-chat/
LOCATION:2139 Boundary Street Unit 102\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902\, 2139 Boundary Street Unit 102\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
ORGANIZER;CN="Rotten Little Bastard Distillery":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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SUMMARY:Beaufort Launch for Ahead of Her Time\, by Nancy Thode
DESCRIPTION:The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center is proud to host the Beaufort launch event for Ahead of Her Time: The Trailblazing Life and Literary Legacy of Ann Head\, the highly anticipated new biography written by Head’s firstborn daughter Nancy Thode and published by Evening Post Books. This special event will be held in partnership with DAYLO: the Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization and the Beaufort County Historical Society. \nJoin us on Saturday\, May 17\, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at 711 Bladen Street (BCBCC\, ground floor). Free and open to the public; advance registration is required by May 16 at https://aheadofhertimebeaufortlaunch.eventbrite.com \nAt 5:30 p.m.\, the launch event’s program will feature author Nancy Thode in conversation with Conroy Center executive director Jonathan Haupt and youth artivist Millie Bennett. The newest winner of the Ann Head Literary Prize for Short Story Fiction will also be recognized. A wine reception with catering by Magnolia Café will accompany the evening’s book signing\, with copies of Ahead of Her Time available for sale and signing\, with proceeds benefiting the nonprofit Conroy Center’s year-round educational mission. \nABOUT THE BOOKA blue blood and a bohemian\, author Ann Head was an essential voice of mid-century fiction\, known for challenging societal norms and amplifying women’s struggles in an era that often silenced them. Now\, for the first time\, her mysterious personal life is unveiled through the lens of her eldest daughter\, Nancy Thode. Through meticulous archival work and transcriptions of Head’s journals\, Thode offers an intimate portrait of a writer whose life and fiction were deeply intertwined – one who influenced a generation of writers\, including her student\, the acclaimed Pat Conroy\, who noted in his autobiography that “every time I sell a book\, I put a rose on her grave.” \nMore than just a biography\, this book is a celebration of Ann Head’s enduring legacy. Featuring a selection of her published stories\, it invites readers to experience her boundary-pushing prose firsthand. It also includes never-before-seen letters from a young Pat Conroy\, whose early poems and admiration for Head reveal her lasting impact on one of the South’s most celebrated literary voices. Perfect for longtime fans and new readers alike\, this book is essential reading for anyone drawn to revolutionary women\, literary history\, and the inescapable connection between life and art. \n“Ahead of Her Time\, a highly readable biography of prolific and successful writer Ann Head\, offers up a rich chronicle of experiences… This is a rare book you’ll want to share!”—Cassandra King\, winner of the 2025 Harper Lee Award and bestselling author of Tell Me A Story: My Life with Pat Conroy \n“Phenomenal is too small a word to fully capture what a gift this biography of Ann Head is for readers of women’s fiction\, aficionados of Lowcountry lore\, and devoted fans of Head’s beloved protégé Pat Conroy… Ahead of Her Time is destined to be read often\, shared widely\, and savored from the first page to the last.”—Jonathan Haupt\, co-editor of Our Prince of Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy \n“Nancy Thode has written a poignant and important biography of her mother\, 20th century Beaufort author Ann Head. It is not only a portrait of a creative and beleaguered woman but also a revealing description of mid-twentieth century Beaufort….”—Larry Rowland\, Distinguished Professor Emeritus\, USC Beaufort \nABOUT THE AUTHORA native of Beaufort\, Nancy Head Thode is a graduate of Ashley Hall School\, Towson State University\, and the University of Maryland School of Social Work. An early advocate for family mediation\, she was a founding board member of the Academy of Family Mediators and continues her work today as a practicing family psychotherapist. Later in life\, she discovered a passion for community theater\, starring in several productions and writing and producing one-woman shows. A strong believer in the power of fellowship\, she now chairs the Gatherings Committee at Christ Church Greenwich in Connecticut. \nIn 2020\, Nancy established the Ann Head Literary Award for Short Story Fiction at Beaufort High School\, where her mother\, Ann Head\, once taught and mentored a young Pat Conroy. The mother of two and grandmother of five\, Nancy currently divides her time between Stamford\, Connecticut\, and Fripp Island. Ahead of Her Time is her first book. \nABOUT THE INTERVIEWERSJonathan Haupt is the executive director of the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center\, the past director of the University of South Carolina Press\, and co-editor of the anthology Our Prince of Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy\, winner of 17 book awards. He is a frequent guest book reviewer for the Pulitzer Prize-winning Charleston Post and Courier\, a co-leader of the South Carolina chapter of Authors Against Book Bans\, and a co-mentor to the student leaders of DAYLO: Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization. \nMillie Bennett is a past intern of the Pat Conroy Literary Center and a past president of the Beaufort High School chapter of DAYLO. She is one of the student advocates highlighted in the feature-length documentary film Banned Together. A rising junior in the College of Charleston\, Millie is majoring in studio arts and minoring in creative writing and Women’s and Gender Studies. She has also served a guest book reviewer for the Charleston Post and Courier and she provided editorial assistance for the stories by Ann Head reprinted in Ahead of Her Time.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/beaufort-launch-for-ahead-of-her-time-by-nancy-thode/
LOCATION:711 Bladen St\, Beaufort\, SC 29902-4968\, United States\, 711 Bladen St\, Beaufort\, SC 29902-4968\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beaufort Children’s Theatre presents Alice in Wonderland Jr.
DESCRIPTION:When young Alice finds herself in a strange world where everything seems upside down\, she must find her way home…and find herself along the way. As she travels through Wonderland\, she encounters all of the iconic characters that audiences have come to love: including the ever-tardy White Rabbit\, the grinning Cheshire Cat\, a cool Caterpillar\, the wacky Mad Hatter\, and the hot-tempered Queen of Hearts. \nUpcoming Dates: May 16\, 17 at 7:00 PM and May 18 at 3:00 PMTicket Price: $24 for adults\, $20 for seniors/military\, $16 for studentsVenue: USCB Center for the Arts (801 Carteret St. Beaufort\, SC 29902) \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/854122156129303/?event_time_id=854122162795969
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/beaufort-childrens-theatre-presents-alice-in-wonderland-jr-2/
LOCATION:801 Carteret St\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902\, 801 Carteret St\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
ORGANIZER;CN="USCB Center for the Arts":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T214720
CREATED:20250512T162253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T162253Z
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SUMMARY:Scenes of Swan Lake\, Showcase 2025
DESCRIPTION:Come experience the magic as our talented DBC dancers take the stage in Scenes from Swan Lake\, Showcase 2025 at our Spring Performance  \nLet’s celebrate the beauty\, hard work\, and dedication of all our dancers!!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/scenes-of-swan-lake-showcase-2025-2/
LOCATION:Beaufort High School\, Beaufort\, SC\, 29907\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T214720
CREATED:20240815T154702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T162256Z
UID:19927-1747580400-1747587600@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Beaufort Children’s Theatre presents Alice in Wonderland Jr.
DESCRIPTION:When young Alice finds herself in a strange world where everything seems upside down\, she must find her way home…and find herself along the way. As she travels through Wonderland\, she encounters all of the iconic characters that audiences have come to love: including the ever-tardy White Rabbit\, the grinning Cheshire Cat\, a cool Caterpillar\, the wacky Mad Hatter\, and the hot-tempered Queen of Hearts. \nUpcoming Dates: May 16\, 17 at 7:00 PM and May 18 at 3:00 PMTicket Price: $24 for adults\, $20 for seniors/military\, $16 for studentsVenue: USCB Center for the Arts (801 Carteret St. Beaufort\, SC 29902) \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/854122156129303/?event_time_id=854122169462635
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/beaufort-childrens-theatre-presents-alice-in-wonderland-jr-3/
LOCATION:801 Carteret St\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902\, 801 Carteret St\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
ORGANIZER;CN="USCB Center for the Arts":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T214720
CREATED:20250512T162301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T162301Z
UID:22956-1747648800-1747659600@explorebeaufortsc.com
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 28\,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-13/
LOCATION:1601 Boundary Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902\, 1601 Boundary Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
ORGANIZER;CN="Beaufort National Cemetery":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T214720
CREATED:20250415T172356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T172356Z
UID:22771-1747940400-1747951200@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Decoration Day Musical at USCB Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Decoration Day is an award-winning theatrical production by the Gullah Kinfolk Traveling Theater that brings to life the rich history and cultural traditions of the Gullah people. \nSet during the post-Civil War era\, this powerful play honors the origins of Memorial Day\, highlighting the role that formerly enslaved Gullah people played in decorating the graves of fallen Union soldiers. \nThrough moving performances\, soulful music\, and vivid storytelling\, Decoration Day delves into themes of freedom\, resilience\, and community\, showcasing the Gullah contributions to America’s history. \nDon’t miss this captivating show that both educates and inspires\, as it beautifully commemorates an important chapter in the Gullah heritage and American history. \nJoin Aunt Pearlie Sue and the Gullah Kinfolk at the USCB Center for the Arts for an inspiring tale that left an indelible mark on American history. \nThursday\, May 22nd from 7 to 10pm\nSaturday\, May 24th from 3 to 6pm \nPurchase your tickets here.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/decoration-day-musical-at-uscb-center-for-the-arts/
LOCATION:USCB Center for the Arts\, 805 Carteret Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T214720
CREATED:20250421T180118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T162304Z
UID:22832-1747994400-1748005200@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:The Original Gullah Festival of SC\, Inc.
DESCRIPTION:The Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park is the place to be Memorial Day Weekend! Please join us as we celebrate the rich Gullah culture! It’s an event for the whole family! We are celebrating 40 Years of sharing Gullah with the world!!!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/the-original-gullah-festival-of-sc-inc/
LOCATION:1010 Bay St\, Beaufort\, SC 29902-5570\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T214720
CREATED:20250315T022632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T162306Z
UID:22324-1748016000-1748026800@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Habersham Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us for fresh produce and handcrafted items from our amazing vendors \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/610706071953415/?event_time_id=610706178620071
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/habersham-farmers-market-33/
LOCATION:Habersham South Carolina\, Habersham South Carolina
ORGANIZER;CN="Habersham Farmers Market":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T214720
CREATED:20250512T162308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T162308Z
UID:22958-1748023200-1748034000@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Flags In
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Flags In event (placing gravesite flags on gravesites) for the public will be held on Friday\, May 23rd starting at 6pm at the main flagpole. After a short welcome\, gravesite flags will be distributed to be placed on all 24\,000 gravesites. If weather is bad\, the event will be postponed until Saturday\, May 24th at 8am. \nGroups wishing to schedule an individual Flags In event between Wednesday May 21st and Friday\, May 23rd should contact the cemetery at 843-524-3925 or Beaufort.NationalCemetery@va.gov no later than Friday\, May 17th.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/flags-in/
LOCATION:Beaufort National Cemetery\, 1601 Boundary St\, Beaufort\, SC\, 29902-3947\, US
ORGANIZER;CN="Beaufort National Cemetery":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T214720
CREATED:20250512T162312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T162312Z
UID:22959-1748026800-1748034000@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Summer Movie Night Meet Up | LILO & STITCH
DESCRIPTION:Meet us at the movies! 🍿🎥🎬 \nOhana means family and this family loves Lilo & Stitch! Come out to Hwy 21 with us and enjoy the movie showtime with friends! We’ll be meeting up all summer long for movies galore. We hope you can make it!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/summer-movie-night-meet-up-lilo-stitch/
LOCATION:Hwy 21 Drive-In Theater\, Hwy 21 Drive-In Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T214720
CREATED:20250512T162317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T162317Z
UID:22962-1748084400-1748095200@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Free Food Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Can’t wait to serve our community with you again. Please share this so the word gets out. As always if you want to volunteer: 9am for set up9:45 to pack bags11am distribution begins
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/free-food-distribution/
LOCATION:Beaufort Church of God\, Beaufort Church of God
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T214720
CREATED:20250415T172514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T172514Z
UID:22773-1748098800-1748109600@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Decoration Day Musical at USCB Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Decoration Day is an award-winning theatrical production by the Gullah Kinfolk Traveling Theater that brings to life the rich history and cultural traditions of the Gullah people. \nSet during the post-Civil War era\, this powerful play honors the origins of Memorial Day\, highlighting the role that formerly enslaved Gullah people played in decorating the graves of fallen Union soldiers. \nThrough moving performances\, soulful music\, and vivid storytelling\, Decoration Day delves into themes of freedom\, resilience\, and community\, showcasing the Gullah contributions to America’s history. \nDon’t miss this captivating show that both educates and inspires\, as it beautifully commemorates an important chapter in the Gullah heritage and American history. \nJoin Aunt Pearlie Sue and the Gullah Kinfolk at the USCB Center for the Arts for an inspiring tale that left an indelible mark on American history. \nThursday\, May 22nd from 7 to 10pm\nSaturday\, May 24th from 3 to 6pm \nPurchase your tickets here.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/decoration-day-musical-at-uscb-center-for-the-arts-2/
LOCATION:USCB Center for the Arts\, 801 Carteret St\, Beaufort\, SC\, 29902\, US
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/decorationday2.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T214720
CREATED:20250512T162320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T162320Z
UID:22965-1748104200-1748111400@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Silent Book Club Beaufort
DESCRIPTION:Silent Book Club Beaufort\, a unique take on the traditional book club\, will hold its next meetup on Saturday\, May 24\, from 4:30 to 6:30PM at the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center (601 Bladen St.). A relaxed and pressure-free space for readers of all types\, this community gathering invites book lovers to enjoy their current reads in a welcoming and peaceful atmosphere. \nSilent Book Club Beaufort is co-sponsored by the Conroy Center and the student book club DAYLO (Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization)\, bringing together two organizations dedicated to fostering community connections and celebrating the love of literature. \nUnlike traditional book clubs\, Silent Book Club Beaufort has no assigned reading\, no deadlines\, and no discussions required. Whether you prefer ebooks\, audiobooks\, comic books\, textbooks\, or paperbacks\, readers are invited to bring their book of choice\, settle in\, and savor the joy of uninterrupted reading among like-minded individuals. \nSilent Book Club Beaufort also features a book swap: Leave a book\, take a book.  \nThe casual meetups provide an excellent opportunity to discover new book recommendations\, make friends\, and reconnect with the love of reading. Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just getting back into reading\, everyone is welcome.  \nSilent Book Club Beaufort is free to attend and proudly supports local businesses and organizations. Additional dates and locations will be announced via the SBCB Instagram page at www.instagram.com/silentbookclubbeaufort.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/silent-book-club-beaufort-5/
LOCATION:601 Bladen Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902\, 601 Bladen Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
ORGANIZER;CN="Pat Conroy Literary Center":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T214720
CREATED:20250502T003224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T003224Z
UID:22876-1748253600-1748253600@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Beaufort Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Beaufort’s annual Memorial Day Parade is scheduled for Monday\, May 26th at 10am. \nThe parade will follow the traditional route along Boundary Street from Adventure Street\, onto Carteret Street\, Bay Street and then to Bladen Street ending at the Beaufort National Cemetery. \nThe parade\, organized by Beaufort County Veterans Affairs in partnership with the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War\, will be followed by a Memorial Day Ceremony at the Beaufort National Cemetery at noon. \nMemorial Day is for honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military fighting for our liberty and freedom. \nIt’s not a day for celebrating. It’s a day for remembering. \nOriginally known as Decoration Day\, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials\, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially\, it marks the beginning of the summer season. \nAll are encouraged to come to Beaufort’s Memorial Day parade and ceremony and honor those that have fallen for our Country. \nLineup of all groups\, floats and individual participants begins at 9 a.m. \nEvery community group\, children’s group\, civic organization\, and community member is encouraged to participate in memory of all veterans who died serving our country. Click here to download the parade entry application. The deadline to submit parade applications is Monday\, May 19th. \nIn case of inclement weather\, the parade will be canceled.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/beaufort-memorial-day-parade-ceremony-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Beaufort
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