Charleston Gateway | October, November, December 2016

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Contents in this issue:

9 COLOUR

OF

MUSIC FESTIVAL

10 THE 40TH FALL TOUR OF HOMES, HISTORY, AND ARCHITECTURE 11 DANCE THEATRE

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12 HOLIDAY THEATRE 14 FEAST FOR FOODIES: QUEOLOGY 16 MOONSHINE COUNTY LINE 20 THE HOLIDAY FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS: HOW DOES IT ALL HAPPEN?

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Fall is a wonderful time in Charleston, with the cooler temperatures and crystal clear blue skies -- walking through the city is a pleasure. Be sure to tuck this copy of Charleston Gateway in your bag before you head out for the day. In it, you’ll find a wealth of information about our city and the many activities available Cake lovers alert: We’re reprinting the Bullwinkel’s Whipped Cream Cake recipe in this issue, with some updates by our publisher, Delores, who loves to cook. The now-easier-to-follow recipe is still a challenge for those who love being in the kitchen, but definitely a little more manageable. If you make this cake, would you please share a photo of it with us? The photo shown with the recipe is Delores’ actual cake!

If you are visiting the Holy City during the holiday season, there is so much to do! We have articles in this issue with great suggestions for holiday performances and activities. Enjoy this merry making season in our beautiful city!

We are glad you choose to visit Charleston. Our city is the perfect spot for a relaxing vacation. Enjoy our history, delicious food and unique attractions. And, our one-of-a-kind shops and markets are the perfect place to get a head start on the holiday shopping. Please visit us on the web – either on Facebook or on www.charlestongateway.com. We’re always posting something new and fun for visitors (and locals)!

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Colour of Music Festival October 19-23

Setting its own trend, The Colour of Music Festival, taking place October 19 - 23, 2016, is celebrating its 4th year highlighting the impact and historical significance of black classical composers and performers on American and world culture. Today there are thousands of celebrated classical principals, composers and performers of African descent throughout the world. Yet, their opportunities to grace concert stages of major American orchestras are rare to non-existent. This year brings leading black artists from across the globe to Charleston with featured performers from France, Britain, Colombia and the Caribbean. Highlights include the

début of 18th century African-French composer Chevalier de Saint George’s only opera ever discovered, T he Anonymous Lover, featuring Magali Léger, native of Saint George’s birthplace, the Isle of Guadeloupe, showcasing the Festival’s All Things French (Toutes Les Choses Françaises) motif. The four-day Festival will take place at various venues throughout historic Charleston.

Buy your tickets online or in-person at the Gaillard Center Box Office at 95 Calhoun Street. For more information, call 843-242-3099 or visit www.colourofmusic.org.

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The 40th Fall Tour of Homes, History, and Architecture October 6-30

The Preservation Society of Charleston will host its 40th Fall Tours October 6th – 30th, 2016. The beauty and historic charm of Charleston come alive as friends of the Preservation Society of Charleston welcome you into the private interiors of some of the nation’s most exquisite historic homes. Guests experience firsthand the rich history of Southern culture, architecture and hospitality on Charleston’s Fall Tour of Homes. Discover the stories of these magnificent residences and the people who have lived in them for centuries and learn why visitors from all over the world are still drawn to this special place today.

The Fall Tours begin on Thursday, October 6th with the Legare Street Tour from 5-8 pm. This historic street was named for Simon Legare, a prosperous Huguenot silversmith and was home to many prosperous planters, merchants and mechanics. Tours of other historic neighborhoods and boroughs continue through October 30th.

On October 28th, tour goers are invited to spend, “A Day on the Cooper,” a daylong tour excursion on the Cooper 10

River that includes transportation, lunch and refreshments for $125.

A variety of tours are offered each morning of The Fall Tours at 10 am, and this year, “Invention of Wings: The Grimke Sisters of Charleston” completes the tale of the Grimke sisters and gives a glimpse into the lives of both black and white Charlestonians in the 1800s. Interiors are not included, and tickets are $25 per person. Your afternoon and evening tour experience will allow for access into several homes or gardens each day where trained docents will explain the history of these structures and spaces. Tickets are $50 per person. Pleasantly warm afternoons and crisp evening air make Fall the ideal season for a walking tour in Charleston.

Tickets for tours and lectures may be purchased through the Preservation Society of Charleston at www.thefalltours.org, the Book & Gift Shop at 147 King Street or by calling 843-7224630. Weekend packages and group rates are also available.

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Dance Theatre

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October 14-15

Sit back and indulge in a thrilling performance by some of the most talented and diverse dance artists who are prided on performing eclectic and challenging rĂŠpertoires. Exposing cutting edge contemporary works and works that use the language of ballet to celebrate African American culture, the Dance Theatre of Harlem brings new life to the art form of classical ballet. With performances traveling throughout the nation, save your seat for a beautiful showcase carrying a message of empowerment through the arts as the Company appears in Charleston at the Gaillard Center Rivers Performance Hall on October 14-15, 2016.

Each component of this theatre carries a solid commitment towards enriching the lives of young people and adults around the world through the arts.

Now in its fourth decade, the Dance Theatre of Harlem has grown into a multi-cultural dance institution with an extraordinary legacy of providing opportunities for creative expression and artistic excellence that continues to set standards in the performing arts.

For more information, visit www.dancetheatreofharlem.org or call 212-690-2800.

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Charleston theatres are bringing the spirit of the holiday season to the stage with classic performances to delight young and old.

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Footlight Players Charleston’s oldest continuously performing theatre company, the Footlight Players is currently celebrating its 85th season.

The Footlight Players Theatre is located at 20 Queen St. in downtown Charleston.

For more information, call 843-722-7521 or visit www.footlightplayers.net.

Nuncrackers, December 2, 3, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17 at 8pm; December 4, 11, 18 at 3pm

Woolfe Street Playhouse The Village Repertory Company, in residence at the Woolfe Street Playhouse, is a professional non-profit theatre organization, producing drama, comedy and musicals. Located at 34 Woolfe Street in Charleston, the Village Reparatory Company presents contemporary and classic works with a special emphasis on the best plays of the 20th century. For more information, call 843-856-1579 or visit www.woolfestreetplayhouse.com.

White Christmas November 30, December 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 18 at 7:30 pm December 4 at 5 pm, December 11, 18 at 3 pm

Charleston Performing Arts Center

Charleston Performing Arts Center, located at 873 Folly Road in Charleston, is bridging Charleston to Broadway with the first performing arts conservatory in the state of South Carolina including a professional cabaret theatre. For more information, call 843-991-5582 or visit www.charlestonperformingarts.org.

Holiday Cabaret November 26, 30 December 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23 at 8 pm November 27, December 4, 11, 18 at 4 pm

The Gaillard Center

Santaland Diaries December 15-23

Charleston Stage

mation, call 843-577-7183 or visit www. charlestonstage.com.

Charleston Stage, founded by Playwright Julian Wiles in 1978, is South Carolina’s largest professional theatre company.

In residence at the historic Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church Street, Charleston Stage has presented over 150 productions and played to a collective audience of over one million strong. For more infor-

Recently renovated, The Gaillard Center will host an all new production of this classic ballet, featuring the Charleston Ballet and Charleston Symphony Orchestra.

For more information, call 843-242-3099 visit www.gaillardcenter.com.

The Nutcracker December 10 at 7 pm, December 10, 11 at 2 pm

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Feast for Foodies

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Barbecue is as much a part of Southern Culture as grits, sweet tea and “y’all.”

Each region has their own specialty: North Carolina and parts of South Carolina use a vinegar base, Memphis a dry rub on ribs, some regions of South Carolina also use a mustard-based sauce on pulled pork and the list goes on and on. One restaurant, Queology, has managed a variety of barbecue options without sacrificing its down home appeal.

Tucked inside an old church on Market Street, you’ll find Queology. I stopped in the other day for a quick bite to eat and was surprised to find so much more than I expected. It’s also one of just a handful of restaurants that specialize in barbecue in the downtown area.

As you enter, you’ll pass a few tables outside - one of the few outdoor eating options in Charleston’s historic district.

Inside, the exposed brick walls, friendly staff and the scent of smoked pork welcome you with open arms. Its menu is simple but full of traditional and new creative options. Pulled pork tacos and sandwiches, chicken, ribs, wings and the most amazing macaroni and cheese you’ve ever tasted are just a few of the yummy treats.

Queology also serves unique cocktails with their very own pork infused liquors.

Their Bloody Mary is unlike any I’ve tried before, and this is one of my favorite cocktails, so I like to think I’m something of an expert. What really sets this drink apart is the use of their pork infused vodka! Topped with corn on the cob, pickled okra, chicken and a jalapeno pepper -- it’s practically a meal unto itself !

My neighbor at the bar wandered in off the street, beckoned by a sign promoting their one-of-a-kind Frito Pocket – a bag of Fritos packed full of pulled pork,

cheese and slaw! What an unusual and tasty combination of flavors.

Queology has also been on national television competing aboard the Intrepid on BBQ Pit Wars. They even boast a competition team that has over 25 years of experience cooking Charleston’s best barbecue. When founders Russ and Matt decided to form Queology, they never dreamed that it would grow into an award-winning barbecue team and an acclaimed restaurant. Now, in addition to competing on a national level, they are catering exclusive events and running a successful restaurant.

For barbecue lovers of all sorts, Queology is a must for visitors and locals alike! Find them at 32 North Market Street downtown or give them a call at 843-580-2244.

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Thirty-Four West Theater Company September 30 – November 12

O’ brother, we got trouble! ThirtyFour West Theater Company is hosting a breathtakingly funny, and possibly tear-inducing musical inspired by the 2000 film O’ Brother Where Art T hou? Titled Moonshine County Line, three matinee idols save a small town from one dim-witted gangster in this exuberant romantic-comedy with roadhouse melodies from Cash to Cline! Grab your friends or your family and watch the curtain rise from September 30 - November 12.

Thirty-Four West Theater Co. was started 16 years ago and the dream was simple - “do shows people want to see. And do them differently than expected.” The dynamic duo, and the 16

founders of this less than traditional theater company, Jeff and Steve, always found themselves performing in unexpected venues. So it made complete sense to open a permanent theatre venue in an old yogurt shop in downtown Charleston. “It’s beautiful and classy and not what you’d expect at all.” Seated at small cabaret/bistro tables, the shows are crafted to help you relax, unwind and laugh with friends -- fun drinks and savory bites are standing by. Select beers, wines and sodas are all at arm’s length.

Tickets to the show are $25 and can be purchased at www.34west.org or call 843-901-9343

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Charleston Historic Market is one of the area’s must see attractions.

Having survived a tumultuous past, the Market has outlasted tornadoes, hurricanes, a major earthquake and devastation by fires and Civil War bombardment. Over 200 years ago, a wealthy Charleston family willed land to the town of Charleston to be used as a public market, with the stipulation that the property revert to the family if used for any other purpose. To this day, the charming Charleston City Market is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike.

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It all started with a trip to West Virginia. In 1990, a group of Charleston County Parks and Recreation staff from James Island County Park traveled to a light show in the town of Wheeling, West Virginia, bright eyed and following a dream. Soon, that dream came to life with the first ever Holiday Festival of Lights, premiering just a year after the park was devastated by Hurricane Hugo. This new event would change the landscape of the park for the rest of its future.

The festival’s very first 18 light displays were made by Bernie Pettit, a West Virginia designer who created the displays for the Wheeling light show. The following year, James Island County Park staff member and electronics ingénue Rich Raab used what he had learned from Mr. Pettit to design his own displays. In addition to creating some basic snowflake displays that are still sprinkled throughout the park, Rich’s first full display was the Santa display now depicted on the roof of the Park Center building.

As the years progressed, the number of light displays at the festival increased exponentially. With a title change to Light Show Supervisor, Rich’s full time job description became working on the festival yearround, along with a small crew. Rich’s imagination showed no limit, as he used greeting cards and coloring books to help spark his creativity for new display ideas.

How does it all happen? As most could imagine, creating a light display takes a lot of elbow grease and makes stapling strings of lights to your roof every year look like child’s play. Each

light display took Rich between six and ten weeks to create. The process begins with creating an outline for the scene to be depicted in the display.

Then, in Rich’s work shed, known fondly as “Santa’s Workshop,” the magic begins. Using self-made techniques, Rich projects the outline onto the floor of his workshop, where he traces it with chalk. Next, rebar is laid out along the tracing, and through a skilled process of soldering and bending, the rebar is molded into the depicted shape. The electronic genius then winds light bulbs and their powering cords around the rebar just so, creating the individual shape you see at the park today.

Many of the early light displays featured traditional colored light bulbs that stood static and did not blink or appear to move. As Rich’s imagination grew, so did the display technology.

Soon, lights were blinking and light

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displays were literally sparkling and creating animated scenes throughout the park’s two mile route.

on site at James Island County Park, coming together again each year like a giant puzzle.

Soon, demand by families and festival-goers for seeing the displays up close and outside of their vehicle expanded the event. Santa’s Village and Winter Wonderland were created around the festival’s parking lots. In these areas, which expanded each year, visitors were able to see additional walk-through light display areas, peruse unique gift shops, visit with Santa Claus, hop on the festival train, roast marshmallows, sip hot chocolate, see a giant holiday sand sculpture, and even take a spin on the on-site carousel.

Happy Holidays!

And the rest is, well, history.

Today, the Holiday Festival of Lights features more than 750 light displays, and the driving route through the festival is now a full three miles in length. All but 18 of these displays were created on site, by hand, by Rich Raab himself. Each year, numerous staff members and volunteers commit hundreds of hours to draping additional light strings known as “mini lights” along various areas of the park. The reason for these extra lights is to illuminate the entire environment and avoid having “dark” spots,” and also contribute to the unique look of the festival. Although it’s hard to get an exact count, the festival boasts an estimated two million lights overall!

This beautiful event requires a year round effort. In addition to the work that goes into creating a new display, many displays must be reconditioned each year, with each piece lasting about five years before refurbishment.

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The Holiday Festival of Lights: By the Numbers 85,000 Visitors the festival attracted its premiere year 240,000 Average number of visitors annually 12,175 Largest number of visitors in one night (2012) 18 Number of light displays the premiere year 750+ Number of light displays today 1,000 Pieces of displays that come together each year 25,000 Breakers used to power the displays 23 Miles of rebar used to create the festival’s displays 50 Tons of sand in the annual holiday sand sculpture 30 Height in feet of the Ravenel Bridge display 10,000 Number of lights in the Oak Tree James Island County Park is located at 871 Riverland Drive, only a short drive from downtown. Hours are 5:30-10pm Sunday-Thursday and 5:30-11pm Friday & Saturday. Admission is $20 per car holding 15 people or less. For more information, call 843-795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.

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The “Flowertown in the Pines” offers unique boutiques, ladies & children’s clothing, gifts, toys, restaurants, antiques, fabric, jewelry and much more!

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Shop Summerville’s unique blend of boutiques, antique shops, art galleries, and South Carolina’s oldest operating pharmacy.

Dine in one of the 20+ dining and drinking establishments located throughout the historic district.

Explore the Summerville Dorchester Museum and learn about the birthplace of sweet tea.

Discover the Timrod Library, one of the only two membership libraries in South Carolina. Founded in 1908, the library is still in operation today and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Tour the grounds of St. Paul’s Church, the second-oldest church in Summerville, with a graveyard around the original church building, including a Civil War Memorial.

Find the B.I.R.D.S. A collection of 20 life-sized bird sculptures currently installed throughout historic downtown.

Take a self-guided walking tour of the historic residential homes (map available online).

Relax in Azalea Park, the home of a permanent sculpture collection from Sculpture in the South.

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33rd Annual

MOJA Arts Festival September 29 – October 9

Running through October 9th,

admission free, with the remain-

Charleston’s MOJA Arts Festival

der offered at modest ticket prices

celebrates its 33rd year with an

ranging from $5 to $35. The rich

exciting lineup of events.

The

variety of events include visual arts,

word “moja”means one in Swahili,

classical music, dance, gospel, jazz,

the perfect title for this celebra-

poetry, R&B music, storytelling, the-

tion of harmony among all people.

atre, children’s activities, traditional

Highlighting African-American and

crafts, ethnic food and much more.

Caribbean arts, and their contribution to world cultures, this event has

For tickets and more information,

been named one of the Southeast

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Tourism Society’s Top 20 events.

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HO L I DAY CHARLESTON Holiday music, magical lights and exquisite decorations are all a part of the unforgettable experience of celebrating the holidays in Charleston. You’ll find revelry and merriment throughout our beautiful city. Here are a few highlights of the holiday festivities.

12/2 & 9 The Edmondston-Alston house, on 21 East Battery, will be open two Friday evenings, December 2nd and December 9th, from 6:30-8:30 pm, for continuous candlelight tours. Christmas 1860, A Candlelight Tour is an experience not to be missed. Call 843-722-7171 for information or visit www.edmondstonalston.com.

12/1-31 Take an up-close look at Charleston-style Christmas decor with Charleston Strolls Holiday Walking Tour. This unique holiday tour winds through historic neighborhoods, past landmarks and finishes at the beautiful Mills House Hotel where everyone will enjoy hospitality and holiday refreshments. For more information, call 843722-8687 or visit www.charlestonstrolls. com.

12/2, 9, 16, 26 & 30 Experience beautiful holiday music at the Circular Congregational Church on Meeting Street as The Sound of Charleston presents their Special Holiday Edition concerts. All performances are at 7 pm on the dates listed. Call 843-270-4903 or visit www.soundofcharleston.com for tickets and more information.

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12/4 The City of Charleston is proud to announce the Annual City of Charleston Holiday Parade on Sunday, December 4, 2016. Beginning at 2 pm at Broad and Barre Streets, the parade proceeds down Broad Street, making a left onto King Street, and ending with Santa’s arrival at Marion Square on the corner of Calhoun and King Streets.

For more info, please call 843-724-7305 or visit www.charlestonarts.org.

12/8-23 Come witness Charleston’s longest running holiday show, The Charleston Christmas Special.

Enjoy a live heart-warming two-hour musical suited for the whole family presented downtown at the Charleston Music Hall. For times and ticket info, call 843-416-8453 or visit www.bradandjennifermoranz.com.

12/10 Thousands of spectators line the route from Mt. Pleasant to Charleston to witness the Annual Charleston Parade of Boats from 5pm to 7:30pm each year. For more info on the parade, and details about how you can enter your own boat, call 843-724-7305 or visit www. charlestonarts.org.

12/11 More than 100 floats will march down Coleman Boulevard as the Mount Pleasant Christmas Light Parade sets sail to the delight of thousands of residents and visitors. The tree lighting and fireworks display begins at approximately 5:30 pm at Moultrie Middle School, immediately followed by the parade beginning at around 5:45 pm. For more info, visit www.comeonovermp.com or call 800-774-0006.

12/11 The magic of Historic Summerville’s Annual Christmas Parade starts at 2 pm, when hundreds line the parade route running from 4th North to West Richardson streets. For more info, call 843-821-7260 or visit www.summervilledream.org.

12/15, 16 & 17 See historic Middleton Place by candlelight, torchlight and moonlight at the Middleton Place Grand Illumination. This special Christmas celebration introduces holiday traditions of the 18th and 19th century. End the evening on the Greensward enjoying seasonal refreshments around a warm fire. Tours run from 6pm-8pm pm.

For reservations and additional info, call 843-556-6020 or visit www.middletonplace.org.

12/29 A festive party for everyone, Chanukah in the Square features music, dancing, lighting of the nine-foot Menorah by Charleston’s Holocaust survivors, crafts and many treats including latkes and other traditional Chanukah foods. Held in Marion Square from 4-6 pm, admission is free. For more info, call 843-724-7305 or visit www.charlestonarts.org.

12/31 Celebrate a Happy New Year Charleston in Marion Square and surrounding locations. The program offers a free, family-oriented alternative program to celebrate the New Year in Charleston which includes comedy, dance, many forms of music, street entertainment, children’s activities and so much more.

Hours are 4pm-10:30pm. For more info, call 843-724-7305 or visit www.charlestonarts.org.

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9th Annual Charleston International Film Festival November 2nd – 6th

Marking its 9th festival year cel-

through the art and science of film.

ebrating all things film, Charleston

Take the drive to historic Charleston

Inter national Film Festival takes

to engage in the tried and true event

place November 2-6, 2016 in the his-

that provides a premier showcase for

toric city of Charleston. Acting as

all aspects of filmmaking: the art,

a platform for other non-profits and

the filmmaker, talented directors and

organizations to further their mis-

actors, and the film-lover in all.

sion through film and to promote a greater cultural understanding, phi-

For more information

lanthropy and volunteerism within

on tickets and packages, visit

the community, the festival aims

www.charlestoniff.org

to educate, entertain and inspire

or call 843-817-1617.

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Catch the Breeze...

PA L M E T T O B R E E Z E MARGARITA MONDAY $35 / Person. Ladies sail for $25!

2 FOR TUESDAY One ticket admits two guests, just $20/person!

“WINDSDAY” RED’S SUNSET CRUISE $40 / Person. Includes adult beverages and snacks.

3 FOR THURSDAY WINE TASTINGS FIREFLY FRIDAY Benefiting Susan G. Komen Lowcountry Affiliate.

SATURDAY DOLPHIN SUNSET SAILS Public sails available through October 28.

Complete schedule online. Private charters available.

Largest Capacity Catamaran North of Fort Lauderdale!

ONLINE TICKETING AVAILABLE:

CALL FOR TIMES & RESERVATIONS 843-886-8133 I PalmettoBreeze.com

FOLLOW US ON:

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S ightseeing DIRECTORY

CHARLESTON VISITOR

Society sanctuary. Boardwalk trail, or

RECEPTION & TRANSPORTATION

canoeing in season. Tues-Sun 9-5. 843-

CENTER

462-2150. www.beidlerforest.com. 336

375 Meeting St. Open 8:30am-5pm daily.

Sanctuary Rd, Harleyville, SC 29448.

843-853-8000.

CAROLINA QUEEN RIVERBOAT

MOUNT PLEASANT/ISLE OF

CRUISES

PALMS VISITOR CENTER

Come aboard the Carolina Queen,

99 Harry M. Hallman Jr. Blvd. Open

Charleston’s only authentic river boat

9am-5pm daily. 843-774-0006.

for a fun filled afternoon or evening.

SUMMERVILLE VISITOR CENTER 402 N. Main St. (Hwy. 17A). 843-8738535. www.visitsummerville.com.

TOURS & ATTRACTIONS AUDUBON CENTER AT BEIDLER FOREST The Lowcountry’s “real swamp” experi-

The Queen is Charleston Harbor’s newest vessel, and she specializes in special events and private charters. Wednesday night Murder Mystery Cruises, Craft Beer Cruises throughout the summer and fall, Sunday Brunch Cruises and Holiday Cruises. Please visit our website www.charlestonharbortours.com or call

ence!! Francis Beidler Forest contains

843-722-1112 for information.

the largest virgin stand of Baldcypress/

CHARLESTON’S BEST TOURS, LLC

Tulpelo Gum swamp forest in the world.

1000 year old trees, abundant native wildlife abound in this untouched Audubon

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Get Spooked with us on our night-time walking ghost tour as featured in AAA

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America’s oldest preserved plantation house still open to the public.

AN AMERICAN ICON

Charleston, SC | 843.769.2600 | draytonhall.org |

Magazine! Our theme is only well-documented ghost stories led by career guides!

Reservations required. Call 843-8194565. Times vary seasonally and depart from The Griffon Tavern, 18 Vendue Range. Adults $15 with $5 coupon.

CHARLESTON GHOST & GRAVEYARD WALKING TOUR/ BULLDOG TOURS An exclusive opportunity to walk inside the gates of one of Charleston’s oldest graveyards after dark. When all the other

Children 7-12 $10, 6& Under free.

tours are looking in, you’ll be on the inside.

CHARLESTON GHOST &

9:30pm. Resv. required. $2 off each adult

DUNGEON WALKING TOUR/ BULLDOG TOURS This is the tour filmed for The Travel Channel’s America’s Most Haunted Places! Explore the streets, alleyways, cemeteries, churches, and pre-revolutionary dungeon! 1 1/2 hour walking tour, nightly at 7 & 9pm. Resv. required. $2 off each adult w/ad. Credit cards accepted. 18 Anson St. 9am-10pm. 843-722-8687.

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1 1/2 hour walking tour, nightly at 7:30 & w/ad. Credit cards accepted. 18 Anson St. 843-722-8687.

CHARLESTON HARBOR TOURS ABOARD THE CAROLINA BELLE Enjoy a live-narrated “Harbor of History Tour” aboard the Carolina Belle. You’ll see 75 points of interest including Ft. Sumter, Ravenel Bridge, the “Battery,” Patriots Point and the “Holy City” skyline. This

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non-stop tour departs daily at 11:30, 1:30,

nightly. Credit cards accepted. 843-722-

and 3:30, Feb-Nov. Tickets and departure from Charleston Maritime Center, 10

8687.

NATURE ADVENTURES KAYAK,

Wharfside St. 843-722-1112 (DS, MC, V).

CANOE & HIKING OUTFITTERS

Book online at www.charlestonharbor-

The area’s oldest & most respected guide

tours.com or call 843-722-1112. Available

service. Families welcome! See dolphin

for private charter.

& pelicans by kayak! Master Naturalist & Certified Kayak instructors. Kayaks,

CHARLESTON STROLLS

canoes, paddle boards and more. Rentals

WALK WITH HISTORY Featured in the New York Times, this two hour walking tour is the best way to see the historic district. Enjoy famous landmarks,

or Tours! 843-568-3222 or 800-673-0679. www.natureadventuresoutfitters.com or www.kayakcharlestonsc.com

antebellum mansions, quaint alleys, &

PALMETTO CARRIAGE WORKS

hidden gardens. $20 per adult, 7-12 $10.

The oldest carriage company in the

Daily, 10am. Departs from Mills House

city, our tour guides have been driving

Hotel (corner of Meeting & Queen). Resv.

carriages longer than anyone else. We

843-766-2080.

offer free parking at our front door,

THE DARK SIDE OF CHARLESTON WALKING TOUR/BULLDOG TOURS An uncensored look – full of corruption, crime, torture, scandal, and sordid affairs.

Charleston’s only uncensored tour. Adults only. 1 1/2 hr. walking tour, nightly at 8 & 10pm. Resv. required. $2 off each adult w/ad. Credit cards accepted. 18 Anson St. 843-722-8687.

HAUNTED JAIL TOUR/BULLDOG TOURS Tour the Old City Jail, which housed some of Charleston’s most infamous criminals, 19th c. pirates & Civil War prisoners.

45 min. tour. 18 Anson St. Resv. required. $2 off each adult w/ad. 7, 8, 9, & 10pm

an easy loading platform and 100% satisfaction guarantee. Experience value, and a guarantee! Come tour with us!

843-723-8145. www.palmettocarriage.com.

SCHOONER PRIDE – CHARLESTON’S TALL SHIP Marvel at the Holy City’s unique skyline as we sail by the forts, going where history was made. Listen to the wind filling the sails, see dolphins frolicking, and watch magnificent colors of a Low country sunset. Sail aboard the “Pride” for an afternoon Dolphin Sail or a Sunset Sail a unique experience! Book online at www. schoonerpride.com or call 843-722-1112.

Available for private charter.

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SOUTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM With more to explore every day, visit Charleston’s #1 family attraction! Get up close to sharks, river otters, loggerhead turtles, a rare albino alligator and Atlantic stingrays. Don’t miss daily dive shows and interactive activities. Open daily. www.

experiences. Weekly classes expose children to the arts, movement and foreign languages (walk-ins welcome!). Admission: $10 per SC resident over 12 months old, $12 for non-SC residents. Tu-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun, 12-5pm; closed Mon. 843-8548962. www.explorecml.org.

scaquarium.org. 843-720-1990.

HISTORIC BUILDINGS & MUSEUMS THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF THE LOWCOUNTRY 25 Ann St. Downtown. Nine interactive exhibits, including a two-story Medieval Castle, a pirate ship and a dedicated Art Room, allow your children to explore the arts, sciences and humanities through their own hands-on 38

CONFEDERATE MUSEUM The building Market Hall houses over 2,000 genuine relics that were donated

by Confederate Veterans themselves who started the Confederate Museum.

The collection is owned by Charleston Chapter #4, United Daughters of the Confederacy and operated by the chapter members. Corner of Meeting & Market Streets. Tues-Sat. 11am-

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3:30pm. Closed Holidays. Jan. & Feb.: Th-Sat. Adults: $5, Children 6-12: $3. Under 6: Free. P.O. Box 20997, Charleston, SC 29413-0997, 843-7231541.

HISTORIC HOMES AIKEN-RHETT HOUSE Historic Charleston Foundation.

48 Elizabeth St. Circa 1820. Virtually unaltered since the 1850s. Former home of Gov. & Mrs. William Aiken, Jr. Adults $12, Combo Adult (Aiken-Rhett House & Nathaniel Russell House) $18, Group of 12 or more $10 per person, Ages 6-16 $5, 5 & under free. 843-723-1159.

310 King St • 843.720.8647 www.kidsonking.com

CALHOUN MANSION 16 Meeting St. The largest privately owned home in Charleston. 1876. As

Cabbage Row Shoppe

Needlepoint

featured on A&E’s America’s Castles, this remarkable 24,000 sq ft private residence and its formal gardens are open daily.

Tours every 30 minutes between 11am and 4:30pm. $16 per person. 843-7228205.

EDMONDSTON-ALSTON HOUSE 21 East Battery. Circa 1828. Gracious example of early 19th c. elegance, style and comfort. Tues.-Sat. 10am-4:30pm, Sun. & Mon. 1:30-4:30pm. Combo tickets available with Middleton Place Plantation.

843-722-7171.

HEYWARD-WASHINGTON HOUSE 87 Church St. Built in 1772. George

13 Broad Street, Charleston, SC 29401 t-843-722-1528 f-843-576-4219 www.cabbagerow.com

An exquisite selection of needlepoint canvases, fibers and accessories.

Washington’s temporary residence during his Southern Tour of 1791. $10/adult, $5/child 3-12, under 3 free. Combo tickets available. 843-722-2996.

JOSEPH MANIGAULT HOUSE 350 Meeting St. Built in 1803. Premier example of Adam-style or Federal architecture. Captures the lifestyle of a wealthy, rice-planting family. $10/adult, $5/child 3-12, under 3 free. Combo tickets avail-

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able. 843-722-2996.

MIDDLETON PLACE HOUSE MUSEUM Built in 1755, the House Museum interprets four generations of Middleton Family, with extraordinary family furniture, silver, porcelain, rare books and portraits on display. Birthplace of a signer of the Declaration of Independence, Middleton Place and the Middletons played an important role in American history. The property has miraculously remained under the same family stewardship for some 320 years, and today, successfully preserves history for visitors to enjoy. $16/Adults. Admission to Middleton Place Gardens required. 4300 Ashley River Road. 843-556-6020. www. middletonplace.org NATHANIEL RUSSELL HOUSE Historic Charleston Foundation. 51 Meeting St. Adam-style mansion built between 1803 & 1808. Noted for its freeflying staircase. Adults $12, Combo Adult (Aiken-Rhett House & Nathaniel Russell House) $18, Group of 12 or more $10 per person, Ages 6-16 $5, 5 & under free. 843724-8481.

PLANTATIONS, PARKS & GARDENS DRAYTON HALL A masterpiece of Georgian Palladian architecture. Circa 1738. Only plantation house on Ashley River that survived the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. A National 40

CHARLESTON'S GILDED AGE MANSION

The Largest Privately Owned House Museum & Decorative Arts Collection in Charleston When it was built in 1876, the Charleston News and Courier called it “the handsomest and most complete private residence in the south.” It still is – 24,000 sq. ft. Italianate home and stunning formal gardens – open daily. As seen in Architectural Digest, American Castles, Forbes, HGTV, the Wall Street Journal, Art and Antiques Magazine, the mini-series North and South, Scarlett and The Notebook.

Hours: Mar.-Nov. 11-5pm Dec.-Feb. 11-4:30pm 16 Meeting St. • 843.722.8205 www.calhounmansion.net

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Trust Historic site. Open daily. 843-7692600. www.draytonhall.org.

MAGNOLIA PLANTATION & GARDENS Hwy. 61, 10 miles NW of Chas. Listed in National Register of Historic Places. Petting zoo, mini-horses, Biblical Garden, picnic area, plantation house & Audubon Swamp Garden. 843-571-1266. www.magnoliaplantation.com.

Experience the ssounds Experien ounds that defin define Charles Charleston’ harleston’’s his harles history istorry – gospel, Gers Gershwin Gershwin, win, jazz, music of the Civil War & more

Live concerts at Circular Congregational Church

150 Meeting Street at 7 pm

MIDDLETON PLACE Ashley River Rd. (Hwy. 61). 14 mi. NW of Chas. A National Historic Landmark.

18th c. elegance in America’s oldest landscaped gardens. Restaurant, Museum Shop, Garden Market & Nursery. 843556-6020. 800-782-3608. www.middletonplace.org.

October: 5, 12, 19, 25, 29 November: 2, 9, 19 December: 2, 9,10,16, 26, 30 Special Holiday Editions

Adults $28 • Seniors $26 • Students $16 Children 12 & under are Free Box Office: 800.838.3006 Tickets at Charleston Area Visitor Centers www.soundofcharleston.com Admission: children $12 age 6-11, adults $20 Visit us at PatriotsPoint.org

NORTH CHARLESTON WANNAMAKER COUNTY PARK

THEATRES &

8888 University Blvd. (Hwy. 78). Picnic

ENTERTAINMENT

sites, shelters, trails, playground, bike, kayak & pedal boat rentals, off-leash dog park. Adm. $1 per person. July-Labor Day 8am-8pm, Sept. 8am-sunset daily. 843572-7275. www.ccprc.com.

THE SOUND OF CHARLESTON “From Gospel to Gershwin” Live concerts featuring music that defines Charleston’s history – gospel, Gershwin, Civil War campsongs, jazz, light classics & more,

PATRIOTS POINT NAVAL & MARITIME MUSEUM

at Circular Congregational Church, 150

Offering exciting new interactive exhib-

Students $16, 12 & under are free. See

its, historic ships including the USS Yorktown, amazing aircraft, the Medal of Honor Museum, and so much more!

40 Patriots Point Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC

Meeting St. Adults $28, Seniors $26, dates in calendar or call 843-270-4903.

Tickets at area Visitor Centers or online at www.soundofcharleston.com.

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Edisto & Beyond Tour of H istoric Plantations, Churches and Graveyards Take the drive to Edisto Island on Saturday, October 8, 2016, for the annual Tour of Historic Plantation, Churches and Graveyards.

Sponsored by the Edisto Island Historic Preservation Society, this year’s tour features the following properties: Summit Plantation, Brookland Plantation, Bailey House, Grimball House Ruins, the Pink House, Old First Baptist Church, Zion Church, Trinity Church and the Presbyterian Church on Edisto Island.

About an hour’s drive south of Charleston, Edisto Island is one of South Carolina’s Sea Islands. The larger part of the island is located in Charleston County, with its southern tip in Colleton County. Originally inhabited by the Edisto tribe of Native Americans, the first tracts of 42

land, called plantations, were granted before 1700. Cotton gradually became the principal crop, and after the American Revolution, Edisto Island planters became wealthy from their production of long-staple Sea Island cotton, once known as the finest cotton in the world. The labor was done by hundreds of enslaved Africans who developed the Creole Gullah language and culture on the islands and in the Lowcountry, distinctive for its African traditions.

Since the twentieth century, the island has been responsibly redeveloped for use as a tourist destination

and resorts, although some private plantations remain.

Edisto Island & Beyond Tour tickets are $55 each. For more information, call 843-869-1954 or visit www.edistomuseum.org.

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Folly Jazz Festival November 5-6 Jazz on the Edge, LLC, proudly

popular “Summertime” in 1935 to

announces the 3rd annual Folly Jazz

the Big Bands that graced the Old

Festival, on November 5th and 6th.

Folly Beach Pier in the ‘40s, Folly

Featuring more acts and additional

Beach and the surrounding areas

venues, this musical event is free

are steeped in a musical heritage

to the public and centered around

that is proudly celebrated.

the cultural and educational attributes of jazz in the Lowcountry.

From Gershwin penning the ever

For more infor mation, visit www.follyjazzfestival.com.

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Annual Coastal Carolina Fair October 27-November 6 Coastal Carolina Fairgrounds Take the short drive to Ladson, only

ly fireworks displays and nationally and

minutes from Charleston, and find fun

internationally known performers.

for the entire family. Entertainment will include not only thrilling rides for all

For more info, call 843-572-3161 or visit www.coastalcarolinafair.org.

ages, but an explosive mixture of night-

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MOJA Arts Festival, A Celebration of African-American & Caribbean Arts, 843-724-7305, www.mojafestival.com.

1-29

Farmers Market, Saturdays, 8am- 2pm, Marion Square, 843-724-7305, www.charlestoncity.info.

1-12/31

Haunted Ghost Tours on the USS Yorktown, reservations required. For more info, call 843-277-0587 or visit www.yorktownghosttours.com.

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4-D Theater, SC Aquarium, 843-720-1991, www.scaquarium.org.

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Boone Hall Fright Nights, weekends and select weeknights, 843-884-4371, www.boonehallplantation.com.

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Myrtle Maze and Pumpkin Patch, weekends, Legare Farms, Johns Island, 843-559-0788, www.legarefarms.com.

1-12/31 2-30

The Armory, Exhibit at Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St. 843-7222996, www.charlestonmuseum.org.

Bird Walk, Sundays, 8:30am-11am, refreshments at 11am, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, Hwy. 61, 843-571-1266, www.magnoliaplantation. com.

5, 12, 19, 25, 29

The Sound of Charleston, live music from Gospel to Gershwin, 7pm, Circular Congregational Church, $16-$28, 843-270-4903, www.soundofcharleston. com.

6-30

The Fall Tours, Thurs.-Sun., $50 per person per day, 843-722-4630, www. thefalltours.org.

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Charleston Gallery Association Art Walk, 5pm-8pm, 843-577-7101, www. charlestongalleryassociation.com.

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A Classical Octoberfest, 7:30pm, Memminger Auditorium, 843-763-4941, www.chambermusiccharleston.org.

151 Harvest Festival & Block Party, Park Circle, 843-740-5854, www.northcharleston.org.

16 19-11/6 20-29

Children’s Day Festival, noon-5pm, Park West Rec Complex, Mt. Pleasant, 843-884-8517, www.comeonovermp.com.

Dracula, Charleston Stage Co., Dock Street Theatre, 843-577-7183, www. charlestonstage.com.

Talk Radio, Flowertown Players, Summerville. 843-875-9521, www.flowertownplayers.org.

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Annual Charleston James Island Connector Run, 8:30 am, Cannon Park, 5K, 10K and Bike Fun Ride, 843-478-5001, www.jicrun.com.

27-11/6

Coastal Carolina Fair, Exchange Park, Ladson, 843-572-3161, www.coastalcarolinafair.org.

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WHAT’S COOKIN’?

BULLWINKEL’S WHIPPED CREAM CAKE

Food plays such an important role in holiday traditions. In Charleston, Bullwinkel’s Whipped Cream Cake has played a starring role in many a holiday feast, and Bullwinkel’s Bakery made these delicious cakes around the clock during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. The bakery is now closed, but do try your hand at making your own!

2 cups and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2 whole eggs plus 4 egg yolks 1/2 cup skim milk Dash of vanilla Mix granulated sugar, eggs, yolks, milk and a dash of vanilla in mixing bowl.

Beat at second speed for 45 minutes. (Yes! 45 minutes.)

3/4 teaspoon baking powder 3 cups cake flour 3/4 teaspoon salt Sift together baking powder, flour and salt. Add flour mixture to sugar mixture by hand and mix well. Spread in three 12-inch cake pans. Bake at 390 degrees for about 12 minutes. Cool 1 quart whipping cream 3/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted.

Seedless raspberry jelly – 10 oz jar Cook’s note: 1 cup equals 8 ounces and 2 tablespoons equal 1 ounce Whip cream with mixer until stiff peaks form. Add powdered sugar and dash of vanilla. Spread raspberry jelly on the bottom and middle layer. Spread the whipped topping on the top of the three layers

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1-6 Coastal Carolina Fair, Exchange Park, Ladsen, 843-572-3161, www.costalcarolinafair.org.

1-26 Stingrays Hockey, North Charleston Coliseum, 843-744-2248, www.stingrayshockey.com.

1-30 Lowcountry History Hall, exhibit at Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St. 843-722-2996, www.charlestonmuseum.org.

1-30 Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Sea Turtle Hospital, Daily at noon and 2 pm, SC Aquarium, 843-720-1991, www.scaquarium.org.

2, 9, 19 The Sound of Charleston, live music from Gospel to Gershwin, 7pm, Circular Congregational Church, $16-$28, 843-270-4903, www. soundofcharleston.com.

4-26 Evenings in the Market, 3 rd Thurs., every Fri., Sat., 6:30-10:30pm, Charleston City Market, 843-937-0920, www.thecharlestoncitymarket.com.

5 Annual Harvest Festival, 11am-5pm, Mullet Hall Equestrian Center, Johns Island, 843-795-4386, www.ccprc.com.

5-26 Farmers Market, Saturdays 8am-2pm, Marion Square, 843-7247305, www.charlestoncity.info.

6-27 Bird Walk, Sundays, 8:30am-11am, refreshments at 11am, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, 843-571-1266, www.magnoliaplantation.com.

11 North Charleston Veterans Day Tribute, 10:30am-1pm, Park Circle, 843-740-5854, www.northcharleston.org.

11-1/1/17 Holiday Festival of Lights, Sun.-Thurs. 5:30-10pm, Fri. & Sat. 5:3011pm, James Island County Park, 843-795-4386, www.ccprc.com.

12-13 Plantation Days, 10am-4pm, free with admission, Middleton Plantation, 843-782-3608, www.middletonplace.org.

13 Charleston Coffee Cup, tastings, competitions, more, Memminger Auditorium, www.charlestoncoffeecup.com.

18-20 Charleston Holiday Market, Charleston Area Convention Center, 336-282-5550, www.gilmoreshows.com.

November

25-26 Holiday Market, free to shop, Middleton Plantation, 843-782-3608, www.middletonplace.org..

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Tide

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2:49 3:29 4:08 4:47 5:27 6:10 6:57 7:50 8:47 9:45 10:41 11:34 12:50 1:44 2:36 3:29 4:23 5:18 6:15 7:15 8:17 9:18 10:15 11:07 11:54 1:02 1:45 2:25 3:04

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6:46 9:24 10:01 10:38 11:15 11:56 12:02 12:49 1:43 2:42 3:42 4:42 5:38 6:32 7:25 8:17 9:09 10:03 10:58 11:56 12:28 1:30 2:34 2:34 4:34 5:27 6:15 6:59 7:40 8:19 8:56

CHARTS

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9:32 10:07 10:42 11:19 12:00 12:14 12�07 1:07 2:10 3:13 4:12 5:09 6:05 6:59 7:35 8:46 9:41 10:37 11:34 12:09 1:10 2:09 3:06 3:58 4:46 5:31 6:58 6:53 7:32 8:09

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LOW A.M. P.M.

2:10 2:46 3:25 4:08 4:55 5:50 6:52 8:00 9:08 10:13 11:14 12:11 12:19 1:12 2:04 2:56 3:48 4:41 5:35 6:32 7:31 8:30 9:26 10:19 11:07 11:52 12:34 12:31 1:10 1:48

2:56 3:34 4:14 4:58 5:45 6:38 7:35 8:34 9:32 10:30 11:25 1:05 1:58 2:49 3:40 4:31 5:22 6:14 7:06 7:59 8:50 9:39 12:25 11:09 11:51 1:15 1:53 2:32

HIGH A.M. P.M.

8:44 9:18 9:53 10:32 11:18 12:11 12:38 1:42 2:46 3:50 4:50 5:48 6:44 7:38 8:31 9:23 10:14 11:05 11:56 12:36 1:33 2:28 9:26 4:12 5:00 5:45 6:28 7:08 7:47 8:23

8:48 9:24 10:03 10:47 11:39 1:11 2:14 3:17 4:18 5:18 6:15 7:10 8:04 8:58 9:51 10:45 11:40 12:48 1:40 2:32 9:39 4:14 5:02 5:47 6:31 7:11 7:50 8:27

The times listed represent the predicted peak of high and low tides at Folly Beach.

Tides are calculated by NOAA, National Ocean Service.

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1-18 White Christmas, Charleston Stage Co., Dock Street Theatre, 843-5777183, www.charlestonstage.com.

1-1/1/17 Holiday Festival of Lights, Sun.-Thurs. 5:30pm-10pm, Fri. & Sat. 5:30pm-11pm, James Island County Park, 843-795-4386, www.ccprc.com.

2 Charleston Gallery Association Art Walk, 5pm-8pm, 843-577-7101, www. charlestongalleryassociation.com.

2, 9 Christmas 1860, Holiday Candlelight Tour, Edmondston-Alston House, 21 East Battery, Tours given 6:30-8:30pm, 843-722-7171, www.edmondstonalston.com.

3 North Charleston Christmas Parade & Festival, 3-9pm, Park Circle, 843740-5854, www.northcharleston.org.

3,4,104 Annual Spirituals Concert, 3-5pm all three days, Drayton Hall, 843-7692600, www.draytonhall.org.

2-11 A 1940s Radio Christmas Carol, Flowertown Players, Summerville. 843-8759521, www.flowertownplayers.org.

2-18 Nuncrackers, Footlight Players, Footlight Theatre, 20 Queen St, 843-7237334, www.footlightplayers.net.

2, 9, 16, The Sound of Charleston, Holiday Edition, live music from Gospel to 26, 30 Gershwin, 7pm, Circular Congregational Church, 843-270-4903, www. soundofcharleston.com.

3-18 Charleston Holiday Farmers Market, Saturdays & Sundays 9am-3pm, Marion Square, 843-724-7305, www.charlestonfarmersmarket.com.

4 Charleston Holiday Parade, 2 pm, King Street, www.charlestonarts.org, 843-724-7305.

9-26 Charleston Christmas Sleigh Ride, holiday boat cruise, Ripley Light Marina, 56 Ashley Point Drive, Charleston, indexic.net/Event/pegasuscharters/Charleston-Sleigh-Ride.

10 Holiday Parade of Boats, 5 pm - begins on Mt. Pleasant side; 7:30pm – ends in Ashley River, 843-724-7305, www.charlestonlowcountry.com.

11 Annual Mt. Pleasant Christmas Light Parade & Tree Lighting, 5:30pm, 843-884-8517, www.comeonovermp.com.

111 Historic Summerville Christmas Parade, 843-821-7260, www.summervilledream.org.

15-17 Grand Illumination: Christmas 1782, 6-8pm, Middleton Place, 843-5566020, www.middletonplace.org.

17 Chamber Music Charleston Classical Kids Concert, The Night Before Christmas, 1pm, Sottile Theatre, 843-763-4941, www.chambermusiccharleston.org.

29 Chanukah in the Square, Marion Square, 4-6 pm, free, 843-724-7305, www.charlestonarts.org.

30 Great Russian Nutcracker, presented by the Moscow Ballet, 3pm & 7 pm, North Charleston Performing Art Center, 843-529-5000x5113, www. northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com.

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31 Happy New Year Charleston,4-10:30pm, Marion Square and surrounding locations, 843-724-7305, www.charlestonarts.org.

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Offstreet Parking One-way Streets Public Restrooms Visitor Center 375 Meeting Steet 843-853-8000

CARTA Downtown Area Shuttle (DASH) Aquarium/College of Charleston Meeting/King Lockwood/Calhoun CARTA DASH Stops

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MISCELLANEOUS The Battery Charleston Place The Citadel City Marina College of Charleston Fort Sumter Center & Tour Dock Joe Riley Park Marion Square Maritime Center & Docks Medical University of South Carolina South Carolina Aquarium Washington Park Water Taxi to Patriots Point Waterfront Park

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