Aron Ralston knew what he had to do when an 800-pound boulder fell on his lower arm while he was climbing in rugged Blue John Canyon, trapping him for days. He cut it off. Learn more about Ralston’s experience on Saturday, November 10 at Celebrate Independence, a free community event by Brooks Rehabilitation.
St. Marys To Honor Wounded Warriors – St Marys, Georgia
The observance of Wounded Warriors Day will be held annually beginning Saturday, November 10, 2007. The City of St. Marys in collaboration with American Legion Post 312 will honor wounded veterans as well as those whose suffering has ended. The solemn ceremonial walk will begin at 10:00 a.m. from the St. Marys Waterfront Pavilion proceeding to Oak Grove Cemetery.
Oscar Winning Film Discussion – Ponte Vedra, Florida
Gregory von Hausch, Director of the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival, will speak on film festivals around the world, the importance of the fests, and the changing indie scene in movies. Mr. von Hausch will also screen selected short films, including Chuck Workman’s Oscar winning PRECIOUS IMAGES.
November 15, 2007 – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Wine and hors d’oeuvres reception begins at 6:00 p.m.
Free for members of The Cultural Center, 10 Non-members
The 6th Annual Taste of the Town to Be Held On Veterans Day – Summerville, S.C.
November 5, 2007, Summerville, SC – The Greater Summerville/ Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce and Summerville D.R.E.A.M. (Downtown Restoration, Enhancement and Management) have joined once again to host the 6th Annual Taste of the Town, which will be held on Sunday, Nov. 11 from noon to 4 p.m. in Historic Downtown Summerville and will feature delectable food “tastes†from the finest restaurants in Summerville.
In partnership with the National Veteran’s Day Celebration, a four day schedule of events in the Low country honoring our veterans and armed services (www.nationalveteransdaycelebration.org), the event will showcase local restaurants with entertainment provided throughout the day. The program includes live music, a local Summerville arts district, open house weekend holiday shopping and children’s entertainment complete with jump castles and face painting by the Summerville Artist Guild. Admission is free and food tastes are individually priced. There will be judged prizes for “Most Patriotic Booth†and “Best of†food categories.
Santa at Crane Cottage – Jekyll Island, GA
Santa at Crane Cottage St. Nick welcomes children. Photographer available to capture the moment.11:30am-2pm. Crane Cottage, Jekyll Island Historic District. Jekyll Island Club Hotel. Reservations required. 635-2600.