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Archives for November 17, 2007

Holiday Open House for Antique Lover – Summerville, S.C.

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You do not have to go on an Antique Road Show to enjoy the Antiques of Summerville because the Greater Summerville Antiques Association is having a Holiday Open House. The ten members of the Association, along with their newest associate, The Kings Inn Bed and Breakfast will be opening their doors in celebration of the holidays to locals and visitors alike. The Open House, which takes place on Saturday, Dec. 8 will begin at 10 a.m. and continue until 6 p.m.

Those who participate by visiting the antiques shops of Summerville will have an opportunity to win a free stay at the Kings Inn Bed and Breakfast. All you have to do is acquire an entry blank to be validated by each of the shops you visit. Once the entry blank has been validated by every store, it allows you to join the Greater Summerville Antiques Association members at the Kings Inn Bed and Breakfast for a free wine and cheese celebration.

A drawing will be held at the reception for a free night at the Kings Inn Bed and Breakfast, compliments of innkeepers, Kristen and Joe. You can download an entry blank and see the participating antique dealers by click on this link – or pick up a form at participating antique dealers.

Living History Day at Fort Matanzas – St Augustine, Florida

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Soldiers recreate the drama and precision associated with firing historic black powder weapons along with daily life at this Spanish outpost. Cannon demonstrations will take place during the regularly scheduled tours except for the 9:30 am and 4:30 pm tours.
Fort Matanzas National Monument, 904-471-0116

Mount Pleasant Holiday Farmers Market and Craft Show – Mount Pleasant, S.C.

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Mount Pleasant Holiday Market and Festival will again delight residents and visitors on Saturday, December 8, from 10:00AM to 3:00PM. The Festival is a combination of locally grown fresh produce, baked goods, hot food and homemade preserves. Hand crafted gifts by more than 75 local artisans will include Christmas ornaments, glass work, lighthouses, whimsical holiday crafts, doll clothing, and original art by locally recognized potters, painters and photographers. Live entertainment with a holiday twist will flow through the market. Due to ongoing construction at Moultrie Middle School, the location of the Holiday Farmers Market and Craft Show has been relocated to the Mount Pleasant Municipal Complex.

Children activities will include face painting, a jump castle and a visit with Santa Claus. Santa will ride a 1941 Ford fire engine to the market where he will listen to Christmas wishes and hand out candy canes from the back of the fire truck.

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Dark of the Moon Tour at the Lighthouse – St Augustine, Florida

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November 23rd, the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum will offer the Dark of the Moon Tour starting at 7:30 p.m.
This hour and a half long tour allows visitors to venture into the Keepers’ House and Tower at night, learn about the history of the St. Augustine Light Station, listen to paranormal tales, and experience darkness inside the St. Augustine Lighthouse.
Space is limited and reservations are required. To reserve your space call Faith at (904) 829-0745 x-207. The cost is $25 per adult and $20 per child. All reservations must be cancelled 24-hours in advance. Children must be at least 7 years old and 44 inches tall to climb the tower.

St Augustine Lighthouse and Museum, 81 Lighthouse Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Call 904.829.0745 for more information or visit St Augustine Lighthouse website