Several groups of re-enactors dressed in 17th-century costume will demonstrate an array of living history programs portraying the lifeways of the colonists including the firing of blackpowder cannons and muskets, as well as cooking and other daily chores crucial to the colony’s survival. They will take place inside the palisade wall that protected the colonists during Charles Towne’s earliest days. Since 2008 also marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of South Carolina State Parks, a ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. honoring the state park legacy. Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site is located on Old Towne Road (S.C. 171), near exit 216-A off Interstate 26. Admission to the park is $5 for adults, $3.25 for South Carolina seniors, $3 for children ages 6 to 15 and free for children 5 and younger. A park passport that grants admission to all South Carolina state parks can also be purchased. princessali3 molly family album Phone: 843-852-4200
www.charlestownelandin.com
Lowcountry Strawberry Festival at Boone Hall – Charleston, South Carolina
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.
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.
Musical for Kids: A Year With Frog and Toad – Charleston, South Carolina
“Sometimes the Best Friends Are All Wet”
This acclaimed, kid-sized Broadway Musical brings Arnold Lobel’s enchanting Frog and Toad books to life on the stage. Frog and Toad follows two great friends, the cheerful and popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad, through four fun-filled seasons. Waking from hibernation in the Spring, they proceed to plant gardens, swim, rake leaves and go sledding, learning life lessons along the way.
Friday April 11 and Saturday April 12 at 7:00 PM
The College of Charleston’s Sottile Theatre, 44 George Street
Phone: 843-577-7183