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Archives for August 2007

Big Birthday Bash in St Augustine

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Big Birthday Bash in the Old City
St Augustine Celebrates its 442nd Birthday

It’s no secret that Jamestown is celebrating America’s 400 years Anniversary in 2007. There have been news articles, interviews, television broadcasts, big name sponsors and lots of attention on the internet. Even President Bush himself paid a visit to Jamestown in May this year. But did you know that St Augustine actually celebrated its 400th birthday back in 1965? This year St. Augustine turns 442 years old and is preparing for a five-day-long birthday bash taking place from August 28th – September 1, 2007.

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2007 Classic Concert Series at the Old Exchange – Charleston, South Carolina

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The Old Exchange Building and Provost Dungeon
2007 Classical Concert Series “From Bach to Gershwin”

The Charleston Chamber Players and Charleston House Concerts will be performing in 18th century attire, chamber music selections from the 18th century to the 20th century. All concerts will be hosted in Charleston’s historic Great Hall at the Old Exchange (122 East Bay Street).

Concert Date: Tuesday, September 25th
Wine and Cheese receiving reception at 6:00pm
A one-hour classical performance at 7:00pm, tickets: $18.00 each, Season: $65.00 each. Seating is limited!
Advanced tickets may be purchased: at the Old Exchange at 122 East Bay Street or call 727-2165