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the 44th annual lafayette soiree to benefit historic beaufort foundation sweeps beaufort off its feet, pages 8-9
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april 10-16, 2014
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With the spring social calendar in full bloom, there is so much to see and do this weekend. Here are some of our top picks: APRIL 11: Take Back the Night: In honor of April as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month, join Hope Haven on Friday, April 11, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park for the 2014 Take Back the Night event to build communities intolerant of sexual violence and child abuse. The event is free and all are welcome to attend and support this night of hope and inspiration with lighting of luminaries and more. Contact 843-524-2256. APRIL 12: March for Babies: The Beaufort March for Babies will be held on Saturday, April 12 at 9 a.m. at Naval Heritage Park in Port Royal. March for Babies is the March of Dimes’ premier fundraising event benefiting all babies. Families that have had a personal experience with a baby born prematurely are encouraged to register a team online at marchforbabies.org or by calling 843-571-1776. APRIL 13: ‘Celebrate Life, A Musical Drama’: The Music Ministry at The Baptist Church of Beaufort invites the community to the Meet the Composer/Lyricist Weekend on Palm Sunday, April 13 at 3 p.m., as the church presents “Celebrate Life, A Musical Drama” by Buryl Red and Ragan Courtney. The Baptist Church of Beaufort is at 600 Charles Street. For details, contact Dr. Melanie Williams, Minister of Music, at mnwilliams51@ gmail.com or 843-252-4104.
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The Mindermanns represent a true modern family. see page 6
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‘Fly Me to the Moon’ brings sounds of swing and jazz to USCB Center for Arts. see page 14
FOOD + WINE TOP: Bethany McMahon, right, watches as her daughter Avery gets her fingers licked by a calf during last Saturday’s KidFest at Cross Creek Shopping Center. ABOVE: Steven Brown, left, and Courtney Heyward get ready to enjoy their cotton candy at the 19th annual KidFest present by Marine Corps Community Services. Photos by Bob Sofaly.
The Lunch Bunch ventures to Ridgeland for a tour of September Oaks Vineyard. see page 19 INDEX
Tour Columbus’ ships before they sail away
ABOVE: A small chase boat helps push The Niña, a replica of Christopher Columbus’ ship, into position before tying up at the Downtown Beaufort Marina on Monday, April 7. RIGHT: A small but enthusiastic crowd braved threatening weather to greet the ships as they sailed into town. Photos by Bob Sofaly.
The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome two Christopher Columbus replica ships, The Niña and The Pinta. The ships, which arrived in Beaufort earlier week, are docking at the Downtown Beaufort Marina along Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park until Sunday, April 13. The public is invited to take a tour of the ships from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ticket prices are $8 for adults, $7 seniors, $6 for children; kids 4 years and under are free. Groups of 15 or more can call 787-672-2152 in advance to reserve a guided tour for $5 per person.
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