The Palmetto Project presents an exhibition of photo works and posters by kids ages 6 – 15 from the Meeting Street Manor and Bridgeview Public Housing Residence. These photos and posters illustrate the children’s individual creativity as well as their insight into their community. There will be a reception Sunday, May 18 from 3 – 5 p.m. with refreshments and a multimedia presentation. The Yo Art Project is a facet of Palmetto Project programs and is presented in partnership with the City of Charleston Housing Authority, the Charleston Recreation Department, the City of Charleston’s Office of Cultural Affairs, and the Charleston County Main Library.
May 16 – June 16 at Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Center for Birds of Prey Opens for Public Tours Early June – Charleston, SC
Hailey Gold aimee lou wood nude
Charleston, S.C. – After establishing a comprehensive program of medical care, educational outreach and conservation research focused on birds, the Center for Birds of Prey, part of the Avian Conservation Center located just north of Charleston, will soon open for public tours. Visitors will have the chance to see live birds of prey in a natural setting, watch regularly scheduled flight demonstrations and learn more about the role these birds play in our environment.
Charleston Bridal Show – Charleston, SC
Charleston Bridal Show will be held June 13 from noon until 5:00 p.m. at The Gaillard Auditorium. The Charleston Bridal Show features some of Charleston’s and the Lowcountry’s most sought after wedding professionals. This exclusive show prides itself on the screening of all vendors presenting to the customer the competency of their trade. These professionals have proven themselves over and over to be the best of the best. For more information, call 843.452.3950 or visit www.awonderfulwedding.com
Sculpture in the South – Summerville, SC
Get up close and personal with 35 renowned artists from across the country as they present their fine art sculpture in Summerville’s Azalea Park. Discover a broad range of original sculpture from Western to wildlife, awe-inspiring to abstract. Artists demonstrate techniques and processes that show how sculpture is created. Award-winning SC barbecue served from the outdoor grill. Proceeds from this tenth annual exhibit and sale benefit public sculpture acquisition for Summerville.
Sat 10 am – 6 pm; Sun 10 am – 5 pm
Visit the Landing – Destination Deals for Jacksonville
Jacksonville in celebrating National Tourism Week by exploring Jacksonville’s “Great American Traditions”. Take advantage of special Destination Deals, May 10-June 10, 2008, and explore Jacksonville.
Click here to download the pdf.
Experiencing this extraordinary vacation destination in your own backyard is a great opportunity to have fun and educate yourself about our local attractions, restaurants, retail, nightlife hotspots, and outdoor activities. These specials run for one month, May 10-June 10, some exemptions apply.
Stop by the food court at The Jacksonville Landing May 12-15 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. to get a taste of tourism in Jacksonville. Visit Jacksonville Partners will have displays, activities and give-aways.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
City of Jacksonville Special Events Department
FCCJ Artist Series
Ginn Hammock Beach Resort/Ginn Sundancer Yacht
Irene Parfums & Cosmetiques Lab, Inc.
Jacksonville Film Festival
Jax4Kids.com
Preferred Traveler
Slammer & Squire and King & Bear Golf Courses at World Golf Village
SunCruz Casinos
The National Marathon to Fight Breast Cancer
Tree Hill Nature Center
Tour Time, Inc.