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
Family Sleepover at South Carolina Aquarium – Charleston, SC
Stay cool and bug-free at Camp Carolina, where the great outdoors comes inside at the South Carolina Aquarium! Bring your sleeping bag, but leave the tents at home for this fun family sleepover. Spend an evening discovering the adventure and fun of Camp Carolina. Families can set up sleeping bags next to their favorite Aquarium exhibit and rise to a dolphin watch on the Riverside Terrace. Event includes fun educational programs just for kids, snacks and a continental breakfast in the morning.
The cost is $30 member adult, $40 non-member adult and $20 member child, $30 non-member child, ages 6 and up. The Aquarium requires one adult per two children attending this event. For more information call (843)577-FISH.
Farmers Market at Marion Square – Charleston, SC
Charleston Farmers Market operates every Saturday from 8:00am until 2:00 pm, from April 12 – December 21, 2008. A special Holiday Magic Market in Historic Charleston takes place during in December.
The Charleston Farmers Market takes place Saturday mornings from 8:00am until 2:00 pm in the Marion Square, between King and Meeting Streets at the edge of Calhoun Street. The beautiful park at Marion Square has long been the center of festivities in Charleston. The Farmers Market comes to life each Saturday morning and offers an abundance of the freshest local produce, plants, herbs and cut flowers. Bring the family to the park, enjoy a delicious breakfast, brunch or lunch while enjoying live entertainment.
The Farmers Market also offers an assortment of arts and crafts from talented local artisans. Charleston Farmers Market is produced by the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs and is dedicated to the support and advocacy of Lowcountry Farmers and Growers.
For more information, please contact Sarah Cothran – Farmers Market Coordinator & Piccolo Spoleto Ads Coordinator & Vendor Coordinator at 180 Meeting St., Suite 200, Charleston, SC 29401
Phone (843) 724-7309
email: farmersmarket@ci.charleston.sc.us
Charleston Concert Association 2008-2009 Season: The World in Performance
Charleston, SC – May 13, 2008 – Charleston Concert Association (CCA) has announced the dates for its 2008-2009 concert series. This year’s program, The World in Performance, includes a wide-range of performances including The Warsaw Philharmonic, Ballet Flamenco, Vienna Boys’ Choir Holiday Program, Joshua Bell, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet and Frederica Von Stade and Samuel Ramey. Wynton Marsalis with Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra will be the featured artists at the Encore Event. All shows begin at 8:00 p.m.