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Charleston, SC
Best Events (Events)
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Scottish Games and Highland Gathering |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 18, 2010
1235 Long Point Rd, Mt Pleasant 29464 • 843-884-4371 |
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From Scottish folksingers and classic Celtic tunes to weight and hammer throws, piping and drumming, and Highland dancing, this event is an annual celebration of all things Scots. There will be traditional cuisine, a Border Collie demonstration, Scottish fiddling, and children's games - in other words, something for everyone in the family! Admission to Boone Hall itself is included with the price of the ticket. |
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MOJA Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 23 - October 3, 2010
133 Church St, Charleston 29401 • 843-724-7305 |
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MOJA means "one" or "unity" in Swahili and is Charleston's celebration of its African and Caribbean heritage. Treat yourself to concerts, art, recitals, food and more at venues throughout the city. |
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Fall Tours of Homes & Gardens |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 23 - October 24, 2010
147 King St Charleston Preservation Society, Charleston 29401 |
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This annual fall event is a delight! The Preservation Society, along with its volunteers and the cooperation of property owners, provides an inside look at Charleston's oldest and most beautiful homes. From late September through October, visitors can enjoy self-guided tours through various historic districts, homes and gardens. Advance ticket purchase is essential, as many evenings sell out. |
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Charleston Green Fair |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 26, 2010
King St at Calhoun St, Charleston • 843-971-9811 |
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Presented by Charleston City Paper, the Charleston Green Fair is an event for the entire environmentally-conscious family. Earth-friendly goodies galore will be on display, products and services alike, with plenty of fun and educational activities planned. Topics will include transportation, building, health and wellness, and outdoors education. There will be music, lots of stuff for the kids, local and sustainable foods, and a beer and wine garden fundraiser. With the help of Seven Star Events who produced the event, 94% of the waste from the event was diverted from Charleston’s landfills. |
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Daniel Island Park Day |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 2010
River Landing Dr, Daniel Island 29492 • 843-452-8621 |
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Giving back to the community is the idea behind Daniel Island Park Day. Nearly two dozen local non-profit organizations benefit from the event. Live music, nature exhibits, crafts, and tons of fun for the kids set the pace for a fun, feel good day alongside the Wando River and there are plenty of crazy challenges and contests for the grown-ups to have fun participating in as well. |
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Isle of Palms Connector Run and Walk for the Child |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 2, 2010
Isle of Palms |
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There are plenty of reasons to feel good about participating in this annual 10K and 5k run and walk - proceeds benefit local child services and programs - but one of the immediate feel good responses comes from the amazing view of the marshes and creeks from the Isle of Palms Connector, which crosses the Intracoastal Waterway as it spans the distance between Isle of Palms and Mt. Pleasant. A fun fitness challenge! |
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Scrumptious Summerville Kitchen Tour |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 3, 2010
Main St and W Richardson Ave, Summerville 29484 • 843-875-1551 |
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What a delicious way to see some of the most beautiful homes of historic Summerville! This annual event invites participants on a walking tour of area kitchens, each complete with dishes prepared by local chefs. There is also an open-air market filled with clever culinary tools and kitchen gadgets. The best part, of course, is that proceeds from the event benefit local charity Children in Crisis, Inc. |
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Taste of Charleston |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 8 - October 10, 2010
1235 Long Point Rd, Mt Pleasant 29464 • 843-884-4371 |
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This three-day festival is generally held in October or November at Boone Hall Plantation. Around 50 restaurants participate in sharing their tastiest fare with the public. The Taste also has a waiter's race, a wine and beer tasting tent, children's activities and more. Live entertainment on the main stage starts at 3pm. |
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Mount Pleasant Children's Day Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 17, 2010
1251 Park West Blvd, Mt. Pleasant 29466 • 843-856-2196 |
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With jump castles, climbing walls, clowns, pony rides, and much, much more, this is an extravaganza sure to please any child. Sports activities arranged by the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department and plenty of food booths will add to the enjoyment. This is a very popular event, with thousands of visitors from all across the South Carolina Lowcountry, and proceeds from food sales benefit East Cooper PTAs. |
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Harvest Moon Hayride & Ghostwalk |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 23, 2010
Main St and W Richardson Ave, Summerville 29484 • 843-875-1551 |
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This family friendly event, by Summerville D.R.E.A.M. (Downtown Restoration, Enhancement and Management) and the Junior Service League of Summerville, is perfect for Halloween. Kids can decorate pumpkins and participate in fun, healthy activities and the whole family can enjoy a hayride together. There will be fortune tellers and ghost stories to give the fun just enough of a spooky touch. Proceeds from the event benefit area schools. |
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