Coastal Companion

Your ultimate guide to the coast

God Bless The Child: A Jazz Homecoming – Charleston, S.C.

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On November 18, you’ll have the opportunity to help some of Charleston’s neediest children and listen to some great jazz. “God Bless The Child: A Jazz Homecoming” will feature Quentin Baxter and the Franklin Street Five, with special guest star Alphonse Mouzon. And all proceeds will go to the Jenkins Institute for Children, which has helped local children find a safe place in this world for over 115 years. For more information, call 843-744-1771.

Sunday, November 18, 2007 at 8:00 PM, Charleston Visitors Center Bus Shed

Call of the Wild at the Museum – Charleston, South Carolina

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Enjoy a chance to “go wild” at The Charleston Museum with fun crafts and activities! Get up close with animals from Tiedemann Nature Park and enjoy a special presentation by the Birds of Prey Center.  Every month The Charleston Museum offers a special Saturday program dedicated to providing an educational and exciting experience for the whole family. Join us each month for a different themed event including presentations and craft projects for children of all ages.

FREE for members; Non-members age 3 and up are $5.
The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting Street,Charleston, SC  29403
Call the museum (843) 722-2996 for more information.
www.charlestonmuseum.org

Celebrate Independence – Jacksonville, Florida

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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.

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St. Marys To Honor Wounded Warriors – St Marys, Georgia

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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.

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Oscar Winning Film Discussion – Ponte Vedra, Florida

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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