The largest wildlife art and nature event in the nation will be held in downtown Charleston from February 15-17, 2008. It’s time again for the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition to take over Charleston. This much anticipated event for wildlife artists and photographers and fans, attracts more than 35,000 people with exhibits, lectures, shopping and activities. Naturalist Jack Hanna returns to host several presentations and the International Center for Birds of Prey will host daily demonstrations and much much more. Visit the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition website at www.sewe.com for ticket and event information.
Archives for January 2008
18th Annual 2008 Southern Comfort Lowcountry Blues Bash
Blues Fans and Music Lovers make sure to mark your calendars for this year’s musical blues event February 8-17, 2008. The 18th Annual Southern Comfort Lowcountry Blues Bash will take place in Charleston during 10 Days and includes 45 Artists, 80 Shows Plus Three Open All-Star Blues Jams Blues Legends, Veterans, And Promising New Talent…
Artists Include: Eddie Shaw & The Wolf Gang, Creole Zydeco Farmers, Avec Jockey Etienne, Clifford Curry, Studebaker John & The Hawks, Sharrie Williams & The Wise Guys, Tinsley Ellis, Johnny Rawls, Drink Small, Daddy Mack Blues Band, Alberta Adams, Big Bill Morganfield, Wanda Johnson, Robert Lighthouse, Shrimp City Slim, The King Bees, Michael Pickett, Harper, Eric Culberson, Juke Joint Johnny, And Many More National, Regional, And Local Acts. Our Talent Line-Up Will Surprise The Seasoned Blues Fan And Blues Newcomer Alike.
www.bluesbash.com
First Friday Art Walk – St Augustine, Florida
Join one of St. Augustine’s most popular cultural events on the first Friday of every month from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy the latest exhibits, music, entertainment and refreshments at over 20 participating galleries. Tours begin at Rembrandtz Fine Gifts for Fun People, 131 King Street. St. Augustine Sightseeing Trains and Old Town Trolleys offer attendees a complimentary shuttle service to most of the galleries. Shuttles run on a continuous loop every 30 minutes. For more information, call 904.829.0065 or visit www.staugustinegalleries.com.
Rembrandtz Fine Gifts for Fun People, 131 King Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Hours: 5 to 9 p.m.
Friday, Jan 4, 2008
Read our previous story about the First Friday Art Walk
Seashells by the Seashore – Charleston, South Carolina
Stroll along local shores & search for treasures from the ocean. Gather a few keepsakes & learn to identify some different types of shells & the organisms that call them home. A registered & paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 & under. Pre-registration required.
Beachwalker Park Age: 6 & up. Fee: $8/$6 CCR Discount
Course # 17232 Sat Jan 12 2:00pm-3:15pm
Pre-registration is required for all programs and some special events.
Please call (843) 795-4FUN or visit www.ccprc.com to register for programs and events.
Tradition Hilton Head Selected as Location for HGTV’s First Green Home
HARDEEVILLE, S.C., Dec. 21 /PRNewswire/ — Tradition Hilton Head,, a distinctive 5,300-acre, sustainable master-planned community near the resort city of Hilton Head Island, SC, has been selected as the site for HGTV’s first “green home”.Being selected as the location for HGTV’s first green home is truly an honor,” said Tradition Hilton Head’s president, David Page. “Our involvement with the HGTV Green Home allows us to showcase our environmental commitment while demonstrating techniques people can use in their homes to conserve natural resources.”