Strawberries…Strawberries…and more strawberries… are the centerpiece at Boone Hall Plantation for one of the most popular special events held in the Lowcountry every spring. The Lowcountry Strawberry Festival features a large variety of attractions and activities that are guaranteed fun for all ages. A Giant Ferris Wheel…a carousel…the unique Berry-Go-Round…jump castles…slides…and a carriage ride around the plantation…all are just a few of the amusements available for families to enjoy. There’s also music of all kinds, clowns, recipe and pie eating contests, and much much more. And no visit to Boone Hall during this festival would be complete without a chance for the family to pick their own strawberries from our U-Pick fields. It’s two fun filled days and a great way for families to kick off the spring each year.
Archives for April 2, 2008
Fears that Fortified Charles Towne – Charleston, South Carolina
Fears that Fortified Charles Towne
– Cannon Demonstration
During the early years of the settlement, the Charles Towne colonists faced several threats, especially from their primary enemy and colonial rival, the Spanish. The Spanish fleet at St. Augustine, Florida was within three days travel of the fledgling English colony. Charles Towne, “here settled in the very chaps of the Spaniard,” was a direct challenge to the claim of this disputed land. Following a review of Charles Towne’s fortifications and defenses, the program will culminate with the Charles Towne Militia living history team’s demonstration of 17th century artillery.
Meeting Place: At the cannons in the fortified area,bring water and insect repellent
Event Hours: 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm
Free Concert at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church – Charleston, South Carolina
The Youth Orchestra of the Lowcountry, also known as YoLow, and the College of Charleston Wind Ensemble will present a free concert on Sunday, April 6th at 4:00 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, 405 King Street. Richard Marcus will conduct.