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April 30, 2004
What a fabulous, beautiful day! The air is warm,
the sun is out, and Kiawah is paradise. The temperature will be
warm today, and the scent of spring is in the air. Lots of folks
were out and about yesterday, taking advantage of the lovely weather.
Did you get a chance to spend time outside?
Joe Zambito shares today's photo. The little
fellow was "just hanging out".
Something Fun to do Today:
Gibbes Museum Store Annual Yard Sale. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Also on Saturday.
Merchandise will include posters, gifts, books, jewelry and more. Gibbes
Museum driveway, 135 Meeting St. Members of the Gibbes Museum of Art are
invited to preview merchandise on 10-11 a.m. Friday. 722-2706.
ARTS FESTIVAL:
The city of North Charleston Cultural Arts Program presents the 2004
North Charleston Arts Festival including music, dance, theater, mime,
magic, visual arts and crafts exhibitions, children's activities, grand
finale and festival gala, food and more at various venues with many
events free. The Children's Festival will be at the Felix C. Davis
Community Center at Park Circle 9 a.m.-noon. Events continue through May
8. See next week's Preview for a complete listing. 745-1087 or
www.northcharleston.org.
SYMPHONY:
The Charleston Symphony Orchestra continues its Sottile Chamber
Orchestra Series with "Twentieth-Century American Masters" conducted by
David Stahl. Sottile Theatre, 44 George St. 8 p.m. $25 adults, $5 for
students at the door, the Gaillard Municipal Auditorium box office,
www.charlestonsymphony.com, Ticketmaster at 554-6060 or
at area Publix Super Markets.
EDIBLE INSECTS:
"Insects Are Edible!" will teach participants about cultures that dine
on beetles, termites and other miniscule meals. Meets at Caw Caw
Interpretive Center. 6-7 p.m. $7 Charleston County residents; $9
nonresidents. 795-4FUN.
ALIVE AFTER FIVE:
The 6th season of Charleston Alive After Five begins with a performance
by Doug Clark's Hot Nuts. 5-9:30 p.m. $5. Maritime Center.
856-9922 or
www.charlestonaliveafterfive.com.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One
green heron, an osprey
catching lunch in The Preserve, one
red-bellied woodpecker,
one
anole, one
chuck wills widows, and two
raccoons.
It is 72 degrees at
9:00 this morning. The high today should reach the
mid-seventies. Tonight's low should be in the mid-sixties. There is a
50% chance of thunderstorms tonight.
April 29, 2004
Once again Mother Nature has graced
Kiawah with a fabulously beautiful morning. The sun-dappled trees
are draped across the paths, decorated with Spanish moss that seems to be
floating in the gentle breeze. Birds dive and loop through the branches,
calling to one another as they go about their business. Has spring arrived
where you are?
Something Fun to do Today:
3rd Annual "It's In The Bag" Purse Silent Auction & Reception. The City
Gallery at Waterfront Park, 34 Prioleau St. 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. $20 at the
door. Center for Women, 531 Savannah Hwy. 763-7333
BOOK DISCUSSION:
Dr. Mark Reinberger discusses "Utility and Beauty: Robert Wellford and
Composition Ornament in America" 6-9 p.m. George C. Williams American
Antiques, 155 King St.. Free. Julie, 377-0290.
SPRING WALK:
The Upper King Street Design District presents its Spring Walk 2004
featuring the merchants of Upper King Street from John to Spring Street.
Enjoy refreshments and food from area restaurants. 5:30-9 p.m. Free.
723-2211.
BIRDING:
"Birding at Palmetto Islands" participants can walk the trails of the
park with Perry Nugent. Palmetto Islands County Park. $5 Charleston
County residents; $6 nonresidents. 8 a.m.-noon. 795-4FUN.
CONCERT:
College Of Charleston University Chorus Spring Concert. 8 p.m. First
Scots Presbyterian Church, 53 Meeting St. Donation.
Space Station:
The International Space Station is
passing through our night skies through April 29th. Check its path by
clicking here.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
Two
anoles flashing their ruby-red throats, one
green heron, two
chuck wills widows,
two
double-crested cormorants, and two
raccoons.
It is 66 degrees at
9:00 this morning. Today's temperature is expected to be in the
mid-seventies. The low tonight is supposed to be in the mid-sixties.
April 28, 2004
It is another lovely spring day on Kiawah! Last
night it was very cool outside - excellent "sleeping weather". Did
you have any difficulties getting up this morning?
The next "blooming season" appears to be upon us here
on Kiawah. The magnolias are starting to propel their blooms towards
the sky. Soon there will be hundreds of delightful magnolia blossoms
everywhere, their delicate scent wafting in the breeze.
Something Fun to do Today:
Learn
to dance from professional instructors! 7:30 pm; JB Pivot’s. 1662 Savannah
Highway. Call 571-3668 for information.
AUTHOR VISIT:
Novelist John Edgar Wideman will discuss his recent travel memoir, "The
Island: Martinique," as part of the "Travelogue Series: Journeys of
African-American Writers and Journalists" at Physicians Auditorium. 6
p.m. Free. Department of English, and the Writers' Series at the College
of Charleston. 953-7609 or
www.cofc.edu/avery.
RADIO SERIES:
The College of Charleston's Communications Museum as part of its "Son of
Tales of Darkness from the Golden Age of Radio" Series presents "Mystery
of the Strange Thing," "The Search for Life" and "The Author of Murder"
from "The Hermit's Cave" (1940-43). 58 George St. 7:02-8:47 p.m. Free.
Cathy 953-5810.
CYCLING SERIES:
South Carolina Heritage Cycling Series. 6:30 p.m. Walterboro. Continues
in Greenwood on Thursday. Rich Hincapie 864-298-0392 or rich@hincapiesports.com.
Space Station:
The International Space Station is
passing through our night skies through April 29th. Check its path by
clicking here.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
Seven
black
vultures on River Road, one
marsh hawk,
one
chuck wills widow,
two
broad-headed skinks,
one
American alligator, and two
raccoons.
It is 60 degrees at
9:00 this morning. The high today should be in the
low seventies. Tonight's low should once again be in the lower
fifties.
April 27, 2004
We did
receive our thundershowers last night, so Kiawah is a tad overcast this
morning. The clouds should start to clear later this morning, with a sunny
afternoon in store.
Something
Fun to do Today:
As part of its Entrepreneurial Woman Series, the Center for Women offers
"Financing: How to Talk to Banks." 6 p.m. Tate Center for Entrepreneurship at
the College of Charleston, 9 Liberty St. Registration required: $20 for Center
for Women members, 25 nonmembers. 763-7333 or go to
www.C4Women.org.
SEMINAR:
A Laminated Glazing/Residential Framing Seminar. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. $75 whole day,
$50 half day. Lunch is included. Charleston County Emergency Operations
Center, 4045 Bridge View Drive, North Charleston. Charleston County Project
Impact office at 202-6940.
AUTHOR VISIT:
Author Hew Strachan speaks at The Citadel. 6:30 p.m. Bond Hall Room 165. Free.
Angie LeClercq at 953-1267.
PRAISE HOUSE:
Ann Caldwell and The Magnolia Singers perform a weekly program of song,
stories and spirituals capturing the joy of Gullah and the spirit of the
ancestors. 7 p.m. Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting St. Free.
577-4634.
CONCERT SERIES:
The Old Exchange Concert Series features the Chamber Music Society of
Charleston in a Bach oboe d'amore concerto and Mozart string quartet. 122 East
Bay St. at Broad. 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at the Gaillard Municipal
Auditorium box office. 727-2165.
BEAM VISIT :
Frederick Booker Noe III, great-grandson of Jim Beam, makes Manhattans and
shares cocktail recipes. 4-6 p.m. Bill's ABC Store, East Bay St., Charleston.
571-7171.
Space Station:
The International Space Station is
passing through our night skies through April 29th. Check its path by
clicking here.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One
chuck wills widow,
one
broad-headed skink,
three
American alligators, two male
cardinals, and two
raccoons.
It is 61 degrees at
9:45 this morning. Today's temperature is expected to reach the
upper seventies today. The low tonight is supposed to be in the lower
fifties.
April 26, 2004
Kiawah is (for the moment at least!) bright and shiny
this morning. Thunderstorms are headed our way, but for now the island is
being pelted only by the rays of the sun. If you have plans to
be out and about today, better get moving, else you could find yourself in
dire need of an umbrella. We can certainly use the rain, so bring it
on!
Bob Struble shares the photo of Boris above.
Boris was certainly enjoying the beach as much as Kiawah's human occupants
do!
Something Fun to do Today:
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One
chuck wills widow,
two
broad-headed skinks, one
anole, one
American alligator, one male
cardinals, one
great blue heron, three
pelicans,
three
American alligators, and two
raccoons.
It is 73 degrees at
9:15 this morning. The high is supposed to be in the
mid-seventies today. There is a 60% chance of thunderstorms, mostly
during late afternoon. Tonight's low should be in the mid-sixties, with
the rain ending during the night.
April 25, 2004
We have another fabulous morning on Kiawah this morning.
The sun is shining brightly and the birds are singing... LOUDLY! And
they have been doing so since sunrise! Isn't it fascinating that our
avian friends are just as affected by wonderful weather as we are?
Critters are settling into their spring
homes and habits...a raccoon has taken up residence in a large live oak.
for the past two years a momma raccoon has lived there and raised young.
Hopefully this is the same friendly raccoon! It was wonderful to
watch her teach her babies to climb the tree, observing them as they grew
up. What Kiawah critters have you spied lately?
Something Fun to do Today:
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RAPTOR PROGRAM:
The South Carolina Center for
Birds of Prey presents a program on raptors at 2:00 pm. at the Sewee Visitor
Center, 5821 Hwy 17N, Awendaw. Call 928-3368 for information.
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Space Station:
The International Space Station is
passing through our night skies through April 29th. Check its path
by clicking here.
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KAYAK:
Use traditional and sit-on-top kayaks for "Kayak The Surf Zone." Meets
at CCPRC Headquarters. $30 Charleston County residents; $36
nonresidents. 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 795-4FUN.
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KAYAKING:
"ACA Introduction to Kayaking" uses a variety of boats to teach basic
strokes and skills. Meets at James Island County Park. $20 Charleston
County residents; $24 nonresidents. 1-5 p.m. 795-4FUN.
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BELAYING:
"Introduction to Climbing: Family Belay Lesson" teaches parents and
children 14 and up to belay while the kids climb. Meets at James Island
County Park. $13 Charleston County residents, $16 nonresidents. 1-4 p.m.
795-4FUN.
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CLIMBING:
"Introduction to Climbing: Introduction to Climbing Technique" covers
the basics of climbing technique. Meets at James Island County Park. $20
Charleston County residents; $24 nonresidents. 4-7 p.m. 795-4FUN.
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BIRD PROGRAM:
SC Center for Birds of Prey offers a live bird program. 2 p.m. Sewee
Visitor & Environmental Education Center, 5821 Highway 17 N, Awendaw.
928-3368 or seweecenter@fws.gov.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
Dozens of snowy egrets,
five
pelicans,
two female
white-tailed
deer, one
American alligator,
two male
cardinals, and two
raccoons.
It is 73 degrees at
9:30 this morning. Today's high should be in the
mid-seventies again. The low tonight is supposed to be in the mid-sixties.
April 24, 2004
Kiawah is warm and wonderful this morning. The birds
must think so too, as they are happily serenading passersby. What a
great day to head for the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Don't Forget:
The Conservancy's "The Kiawah Experience"
goes on all day today as well. Events are listed below.
Paint Kiawah: 10:00am
to 12:00pm
Plein air
session: This event will take you to a Kiawah location where a recognized
artist will give you pointers on how to paint Kiawah landscapes. It will
begin at Night Heron Park where you will be bused to your location.
Supplies provided. $25.00 for per person. Limited to 30 people.
Photograph Kiawah: 7:00
to 9:00am
Learn how to
take the best nature pictures of Kiawah. Local Nature photographers will
provide tricks of the trade on how best to capture Kiawah’s beauty. Please
provide your own camera and film. $ 20.00 per person. Limited to 30
people.
The Kiawah Excursion:
8:00 to 11:30 am & 12:30 to 4:00pm
This excursion
will begin at Night Heron Park. Transportation will take you to various
spots around the island where you will see first hand various maritime
strand habitats. with Norm Norton and Elisabeth King.. This is a trip you
do not want to miss, Moderate walking required.
$ 30.00 per person limited to 24 people
Taming the Kiawah River:
9:30 to 12:30pm
This adventure
will begin at Night Heron Park Center, You will be transported to Mingo
Point where you will paddle the ever-changing currents of the Kiawah
river. A Kiawah naturalist will accompany groups of 10 through the natural
wonder of the river. $20.00 per person limited to 30 people. Strong
paddling skills required.
All
daytime activities begin at Night Heron Park Nature Center
Something Fun to do Today:
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One
chuck wills widow,
one
anole, one
American alligator, one male
cardinals, two
great blue herons, and two
raccoons.
April 23, 2004
What a fabulous, beautiful day. The air is warm,
the sun is out, and Kiawah is paradise! Yesterday's fabulous weather had folks young and old
playing outside. There were bikers and joggers, beachgoers and
strollers...it was terrific to see so many people out enjoying activities.
Don't Forget:
The Conservancy's Bobcat Ball is tonight at
6:00 pm. It is being held "In Honor of Kiawah’s most elusive
resident".
Sunset
cocktails at the Rhett’s Bluff River Pavilion and dinner under an
exquisite white event tent… Relax, enjoy the music and talk with friends
at this casual ball. A silent auction will take place during the cocktail
hour and dinner. Winners will be announced during desert. A very important
Enclave property acquisition will be announced at dinner. If you have
never attended a Kiawah Island Conservancy event before, this is one not
to miss! The evening will include tantalizing appetizers and a dinner of
low Country favorites plus a delectable dessert buffet.
Something Fun to do Today:
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One
chuck wills widow,
one
anole, one
American alligator, one male
cardinals, two
great blue herons, and two
raccoons.
It is 66 degrees at
8:15 this morning. Today we should have temperatures in the
mid-seventies. The low tonight is supposed to be in the mid-sixties.
April 22, 2004
Kiawah is putting on its best spring show this
morning! The birds are singing happily and brilliant sunshine bathes
the landscape. A lone osprey near Osprey Point golf course had much to say this morning as some bikers
went past its nest. It took flight and went up, up, up into the sky.
The sun glistened off its white belly - pure beauty and peace.
Today's photo comes from Joe Zambito. Joe
spotted this little anole perfectly posed for the camera and couldn't
resist taking its picture.
Something Fun to do Today:
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One adult and one juvenile
American alligator, one osprey,
two male
cardinals, one
great blue heron, and two
raccoons.
It is 66 degrees at
8:15 this morning. Today we should have temperatures in the
mid-seventies. The low tonight is supposed to be in the mid-sixties.
April 21, 2004
It is another gorgeous day in paradise! Kiawah
is bathed in sunshine this morning, and it is already beginning to warm up.
Looks like a terrific day to be outside soaking up the sun!
It is official! The 2004 Kiawah Turtle Season
has begun! Last night more than 50 volunteers attended a kick-off
meeting at the Sandcastle. Art Zackrison, the head of the Turtle
Patrol Committee, explained procedures, volunteers watched the SC DNR
training video, and received their t-shirts. This year the shirts are
turquoise. When you see a turquoise turtle shirt on
the beach this summer, be sure to stop and say hello!
Something Fun to do Today:
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Meteors: The Lyrids meteor shower can be seen tonight. It is a relatively small shower, with about 20 meteors per
hour. Optimum viewing will be between 2 and 4 a.m. Find a place with a
clear view of the sky and grab a chair or blanket.
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Space Station:
The International Space Station is
passing through our night skies through April 29th. Check its path
by clicking here.
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SONGWRITER'S MEETING:
The local chapter of the Nashville Songwriter's Association Intl. meets
at the Main branch of the Charleston County Library. 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Free. 532-6160.
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STRING QUARTET:
Bishop Gadsden and the Charleston Symphony Orchestra, as part of their
5th CSO Chamber Music Concert Season, present the CSO String Quartet.
Blackmer Hall in the Commons, Bishop Gadsden, Camp Road, James Island.
7:30 p.m. $10 at the door.
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RADIO SERIES:
The College of Charleston's Communications Museum, as part of its "Tales
of Darkness From the Golden Age of Radio" Series, presents the episodes
"Action," "The Shot" and "The Queen's Ring" from "Suspense." 58 George
St. 7:02-8:47 p.m. with museum open at 6:01 p.m. Free. 953-5810.
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BOOK DISCUSSION:
The Charleston County Public Library's St. Paul's Branch as part of the
Contemporary Books Discussion Series features Elizabeth Graver's "Unravelling."
5151 Hwy. 165. 1 p.m. Free. Call 889-3300.
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SOA PERFORMANCE:
The Charleston County School of the Arts Symphony Orchestra and Chorale
will perform Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Requiem Mass in D Minor. 7:30
p.m. Gaillard Auditorium. $10 adults, $8 students. 529-4990, ext. 42 or
www.soastrings.com.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One
red-tailed hawk in The Preserve, one osprey,
three male
cardinals, two
great blue herons, and two
raccoons.
It is 64 degrees at
9:00 this morning. The temperature today is supposed to reach the
mid-seventies. Tonight's low should be in the mid-sixties.
April 20, 2004
Kiawah is sunny this
morning, and covered in...oak tags! Yep, it is that time of year
again. We have rid ourselves of most of the fallen oak leaves, and
now 'tis the season for the tags!
The live oaks are sending their small "tags" our way.
No more fallen leaves everywhere, now we are dusted with brown oak tags.
Something Fun to do Today:
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Meteors: The Lyrids meteor shower is tonight
and tomorrow. It is a relatively small shower, with about 20 meteors per
hour. Optimum viewing will be between 2 and 4 a.m. Find a place with a
clear view of the sky and grab a chair or blanket.
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Space Station:
The International Space Station is
passing through our night skies through April 29th. Check its path
by clicking here.
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BENEFIT CONCERT:
The East Cooper Concert Series features the Charleston Symphony
Orchestra Brass Quintet. 7:30 pm. Christ Episcopal Church, Hwy. 17N,
Mount Pleasant. Donations for East Cooper Meals on Wheels accepted.
881-9350.
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PERFORMANCE:
The Lee Barbour Trio will perform on the Department of Music's Jazz
Series at the College of Charleston. 8 p.m. Recital Hall, Simons Center
for the Arts, 54 St. Philip Street. $5 at the door.
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BOOK DISCUSSION:
Stephen Budiansky will discuss his book "Air Power, The Men, Machines,
and Ideas That Revolutionized War, From Kitty Hawk to Gulf War II." 6:30
p.m. Bond Hall Room 165, The Citadel.
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PIANO CONCERT:
The College of Charleston's International Piano Series concludes with a
performance by Enrique Graf. 8 p.m. Sottile Theatre, 44 George St. $15
at the door or in advance by calling 953-6575. Under 18 or with a valid
college ID, free.
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TAVERN NIGHT:
The Charleston Museum celebrates completion of its permanent Civil War
exhibition, "City Under Siege: Charleston in the War Between the
States," with a Lowcountry Tavern Night. 6-8:30 p.m. Frogmore stew and
cold beer. $12, museum members; $15, nonmembers. 722-2996 ext. 264 or
www.charlestonmuseum.org.
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PRAISE HOUSE:
Ann Caldwell and The Magnolia Singers perform a weekly program of song,
stories and spirituals capturing the joy of Gullah and the spirit of the
ancestors. 7 p.m. Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting St. Free.
577-4634.
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RECITAL SERIES:
The Charleston Chapter of the American Guild of Organists and the
College of Charleston as part of their St. Luke's Recital Series present
organist Seung-Lam Kim. St. Luke's Chapel, The Medical University of
South Carolina, Ashley Ave. at Bee St. 12:15 p.m. Free. Call 792-6775.
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PIANO CONCERT:
The Department of Music in the College of Charleston's School of the
Arts, as part of its International Piano Series, presents Enrique Graf
of Uruguay and the United States. The Sottile Theatre, 44 George St. 8
p.m. $15 at the door, and $5 for C of C students. Call 953-6575.
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BOOK DISCUSSION:
The Charleston County Public Library's St. Andrew's Branch as part of
the Contemporary Books Discussion Series features Queen Noor of Jordan's
"Leap of Faith: Memoirs of an Unexpected Life." 1735 N. Woodmere Dr.
1:30-3 p.m. Free. Call 766-2546.
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BOOK DISCUSSION:
The Charleston County Public Library's Main Library as part of the
Contemporary Books Discussion Series features Anita Shreve's "Sea
Glass." Meeting Room B, Charleston County LIbrary, 68 Calhoun St. 7 p.m.
Free. Call 805-6903.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
Two
anoles, one
black
vulture, one female and five male
cardinals, one
great blue heron, and three
raccoons.
It is 63 degrees at
9:00 this morning. Today's high should be in the upper seventies
once again. The low tonight is supposed to be near sixty.
April 19, 2004
Kiawah is a feast of
sunshine this morning. Everywhere you look it seems that Kiawah is showing off its colors -
fuchsia, white, red, and purple azaleas, the delicate pink of a dogwood,
pale lavender wisteria hanging from branches, the soft yellow of Carolina
Jessamine...flowers are spread far and wide across the landscape. Mother
Nature is putting on her best show!
This is the time of the year when nighttime
temperatures are perfect for sleeping with the windows open. A nice
breeze, a
chuck wills widow
or two serenading you, moonlight filtering in through the curtains... you
drift off to sleep, only to awaken to the birdsong outside your window. To
borrow a commercial phrase "It doesn't get any better than this!"
Something Fun to do Today:
College Of Charleston Concert Choir, as part of the Monday Night Concert
Series, presents a Spring concert. 8 p.m. The Cathedral of St. Luke and
St. Paul. $5 at the door. Call 953-8228.
FILM AND LECTURE:
The Charleston County Public Library and The Citadel's College of
Graduate and Professional Studies, as part of their More Events That
Shaped America film, lecture and discussion program, present Citadel
professor of history John B. Bonds discussing "The Palmetto Regiment in
the Mexican War." 68 Calhoun St. 2:30 p.m. Free. Call 805-6801.
BOOK DISCUSSION:
The Charleston County Public Library's Mount Pleasant Regional Branch as
part of the Contemporary Books Discussion Series features Gustave
Flaubert's "A Simple Mind." 1133 Mathis Ferry Rd. 10 a.m. Free. Call
849-6161.
AUTHOR VISIT: Author Stephen Budiansky,
former national security correspondent and foreign editor of U.S. News &
World Report, speaks at 6:30 p.m. in Bond Hall, The Citadel campus. Call
953-2155 for more information.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One
white-tailed deer, trailed by a wee fawn crossing Governor's Drive,
three male
cardinals, two
great blue herons, and one
raccoon.
It is 66 degrees at
9:15 this morning. The high today is supposed to be in the upper seventies. Tonight's
low should be in the
upper fifties once again.
April 18, 2004
Sunshine and a light
breeze make up Kiawah's greeting this morning. The weather is once
again perfect!
Did you get a chance to stop by the Earth Day Festival
yesterday? If not, you missed a terrific outing! See photos of
the event by clicking on the links
below.
Page 1 - The 5K Fun Run and activities
Page 2 - Diamondback terrapin booth
Page 3 - Fun activities for everyone!
Did you know?
Two key events in American history took place today:
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in 1775 Paul Revere set out on his famous midnight
ride
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in 1906, a devastating earthquake hit San Francisco
and kills 700 people
Something Fun to do Today:
Just in case the beach isn't enough of a lure today, here are a few other
things you might like to try:
Morgan McClure leads a walk in the Francis Marion Forest. Meet at Sewee
Visitor Center at 2 p.m. Sewee Visitor Center, 5821 Hwy. 17 North,
Awendaw. Free. 928-3368.
CONCERT:
I'Onissimo! Brass Concert includes selections from Dixieland, Louis
Armstrong, the Sound of Music and more. Children, picnics welcome. 4
p.m. Free. Mount Pleasant Amphitheater, Mount Pleasant.
www.ionissimo.com or 849-8481.
CONCERT:
Charleston Southern University's Sunday Concert Series concludes with
"Basically Bernstein," as CSU Choral Ensembles perform the music of
Leonard Bernstein, including the "Chichester Psalms." 3 p.m. Lightsey
Chapel Auditorium. Free. 863-7966.
CANDLELIGHT CONCERTS:
Drayton Hall presents Candlelight Concerts, a catered wine and hors
d'oeuvres reception, tours of the main house, and a program directed by
pianist EnriquÈ Graf, who will direct students at the College of
Charleston's School of the Arts in a program of works for strings and
piano. 6-8 p.m. $35; $30 Friends of Drayton Hall. 769-2605.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One
diamondback
terrapin, two
green herons, one
blue jay, two male
cardinals, one
great blue heron, and one
raccoon.
It is 54 degrees at
9:15 this morning. Today's temperature should be in the mid-seventies. The low
tonight is supposed to be in the
upper fifties.
April 17, 2004
Kiawah is lovely this
morning, with plenty of sunshine to go around. The weather could not be
better for today's Earth Day celebration at Night Heron Park. Hope to see
you there!
See Earth Day Festival photos by clicking on the links
below.
Page 1 - The 5K Fun Run and activities
Page 2 - Diamondback terrapin booth
Page 3 - Fun activities for everyone!
Thank you to everyone who enjoyed the Kiawah Island
Art and House Tour yesterday. Tickets were sold out for the first
time ever!
Something Fun to do Today:
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DISCUSSION: A
discussion on setting poetry to music. Artists will be share their
experiences. Gallery 556, 556 King St. 7 p.m. 577-3669.
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EARTH DAY: Slide
program on Galapagos Islands, Antarctica and more by Sharon Spence Lieb,
author of "A Girl Who was Afraid of Everything" travel books. 10 a.m.-1
p.m. Sewee Visitor Center, 5821 Hwy. 17 North, Awendaw. Free. 928-3368.
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EARTH DAY: "Do
Your Part, Be Earth Smart" at the Earth Day Festival. Activities include
Clean Cities Sweep awards, Green Beret Parachuters, music from the Men
of Distinction, a jump castle, exhibitors, more. Pets allowed. 11 a.m.-3
p.m. Park Circle, North Charleston. 720-7111.
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MAGIC SHOW: Mason
Preparatory School presents "The Magic of Jonathan Bayme." Charleston
Music Hall. $17 adults, $12 students. Tickets available at the box
office show day or in advance at Millennium Music on King Street.
693-5465.
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BOOK SIGNING:
Local writer, actor and filmmaker Nick Smith talks about his new Cat
City mystery novel, "Milk Treading." Books-a-Million, Orleans Road, West
Ashley. 3 p.m. Free. 556-9232 or milktreading@hotmail.com.
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BOOK SALE:
Friends of the Charleston County Library spring used book sale. St.
Andrews Regional Library, 1735 N. Woodmere Drive. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
805-6978.
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CANOE TOUR:
Charleston County Parks' "Heritage To Habitat Canoe Tour" is a trip
through historic rice fields and canals. 9-11 a.m. Caw Caw Interpretive
Center. $10 Charleston County resident; 12 nonresident. Ages 9 & up.
795-4FUN.
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GARDENING: Tommy
Blizard, Charleston County Parks' garden expert, will lead participants
through a workshop on container gardening. Discussion will include
container materials, fertilizers, and other relevant aspects of
cultivation without frustration. 10 a.m.-noon. Caw Caw Interpretive
Center. $7 Charleston County resident; $9 nonresident. Ages 10 and up.
795-4FUN.
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CANDLELIGHT CONCERTS:
Drayton Hall presents Candlelight Concerts, a catered wine and hors
d'oeuvres reception, tours of the main house, and a program directed by
renowned pianist, EnriquÈ Graf, who will direct students at the College
of Charleston's School of the Arts in a program of works for strings and
piano by Chopin, Dvorak, and Beethoven. 6-8 p.m. Also on April 18. $35
adults, $30 Friends of Drayton Hall. 769-2605.
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GIBBES CELEBRATION:
The Gibbes Museum celebrates its 99th birthday with free admission,
hands-on activities, games and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 722-2706
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FARMER'S MARKET:
The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs offers local produce,
an artisan's alley, "Ask a Master Gardener," the Storefront School for
the Arts, face painting, caricatures, balloon sculptures, pony rides and
more. Also featuring music by Sharon Robles and The Nu Myth Band. Marion
Square, King St. at Calhoun. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Call 724-7305.
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CSO POPS: The
Charleston Symphony Orchestra continues its Pops Series with "Sports
Night" conducted by David Stahl. Gaillard Municipal Auditorium, 77
Calhoun St. 8 p.m. $13-$28 adults and $5 students at the box office,
online at
www.charlestonsymphony.com,
through Ticketmaster at 554-6060 or at area Publix Super Markets.
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AUTHOR VISIT: The
Charleston County Public Library's Mount Pleasant Regional Branch
presents an author visit by South Carolina Poet Laureate Marjory
Wentworth reading and discussing her own and others' poems about the
Lowcountry. 1133 Mathis Ferry Rd. 2 p.m. Free. 849-6161.
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Hunley
Events:
8 a.m. Staging begins at White Point Garden at The Battery.
Bodies to arrive at Confederate Monument in eight hearses. Retired
submarine veterans serve as pallbearers.
8 a.m.- 10:30 a.m. Registration at Battery for all participants
for the funeral procession.
9:15 a.m. Memorial Service
Speakers Randy Burbage, commander of the troops; Father James Parker;
Ron G. Wilson, commander in chief, Sons of Confederate Veterans; Patsy
Limpus, national president, United Daughters of the Confederacy.
Charleston Men's Chorus sings "Amazing Grace"; Chuck Woodhead, bugler,
tattoo and taps
10:30 a.m. Procession Departs. The Scottish American Military
Bagpipers and The Cabell-Breckinridge Brass Band from Virginia Military
Institute will be performing throughout staging. Procession will go up
East Bay Street to Morrison Drive. Turn right on Cunnington.
12:15 p.m. Expected arrival at Magnolia Cemetery.
1:30 p.m. The Funeral Ceremony.
2:30 p.m. Procession to Burial Plot,
Interment Rites Masonic Last Rite Ceremony for Lt. George
Dixon Sgt. Wayne Wilson, bugler, tattoo and taps
6:30 p.m. Civil War Band Concert
Fort Moultrie National Monument
Sullivan's Island 8th Georgia Band and "Unreconstructed" Band
8 p.m. Concert By The Rebelaires
Charleston Rifle Club 2221 Heriot St.
8 p.m.-1 a.m. Grand Ball at McAllister Field House The Citadel
Light Hors d'oeuvres and Cash Bar 5th Alabama Band to provide music
Chris Weatherhead to perform scenarios from Mary Boykin Chesnut $80 per
couple $50 per person
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
Four male
cardinals, three
great blue herons,
two
Carolina wrens,
two
American alligators,
seven
brown pelicans, and
two raccoons.
It is 54 degrees at
7:45 this morning. The high today is supposed to be in the upper seventies. Tonight's
low should be in the
mid-fifties.
April 16, 2004
Sunny and fabulous is
the order of the day on Kiawah today! There will be beautiful
weather to take advantage of today. What
will you do to get outside and play?
If playing isn't your style, you might consider
attending the Kiawah Island Art and House Tour this afternoon, details are
provided below.
Did you know?
Today is...
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National Stress Awareness Day (the day AFTER taxes are
due!)
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National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day
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Rekindle Your Romantic Self Day
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The birthday of Charlie Chaplin, born on this date in
1889
Something Fun to do Today:
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Kiawah
Island Art and House Tour: The 4th annual Kiawah Art and House Tour
features five spectacular art collections and homes. Sponsored by Gibbes,
Etc. as a fund-raiser for the Gibbes Museum of Art. $45 includes a
ticket for admission to the Gibbes. Tickets (if any remain!) are still
available today at the Visitor's Center at Kiawah Town Hall until 3:00
p.m. and at the Kiawah Island Real Estate Office at the Shops until 5:00
p.m.
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CSO
POPS: Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Pops Series continues with
"Sports Night" conducted by David Stahl. North Charleston Performing
Arts Center. 8 p.m. $18-$28 for adults and $5 for students at the door,
the Gaillard Municipal Auditorium box office, charlestonsymphony.com,
Ticketmaster at 554-6060 or at area Publix.
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LUNCHEON: The Historic Charleston Foundation as part of its Luncheon
Lecture Series presents Dawn Evers on "The History of Silver and Tea."
McCrady's, 2 Unity Al. $45. Reservations required. Call 722-3405 or
order online at historiccharleston.org.
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KAYAK
FESTIVAL: 14th Annual East Coast Canoe & Kayak Festival. Exhibits,
classes, book signings and more. April 16-18. James Island County Park.
Admission starts at $15. 795-4FUN or
www.ccprc.com.
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POETRY
READING: The College of Charleston English Department's Visiting
Writers' Series presents a poetry reading by David Berman 7:30 p.m.
Recital Hall, Simons Center for the Arts, 54 St. Philip Street.
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CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING: Two-day workshop painting Chinese characters
on ceramic tiles using traditional techniques. 5:30ñ8 p.m. and Saturday
9:30 amñ3:30 pm. $100 members, $130 nonmembers. Registration required.
577-7275 or school@gibbesmuseum.org. Gibbes School of Art, 76 Queen
Street. Gibbes Museum, 135 Meeting St. 722-2706.
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Hunley
Events:
9 A.M. TO 5 P.M.: Public visitation of the Hunley crew at Church
of the Holy Communion, 218 Ashley Ave.
9 A.M. TO 5 P.M.: Living History programs at Fort Moultrie,
Sullivan's Island
11 A.M.: Lt. George Dixon/Queenie Bennett scenario, Mills House
Hotel, 115 Meeting St.
NOON TO 2 P.M.: Presentation of original cannon used at Shiloh
and meet and greet with descendants of Hunley crewmen James A. Wicks,
Joseph Ridgaway and Frank Collins, Mills House Hotel
12:30 AND 1 P.M.: Horace Hunley scenario, Mills House Hotel
2 TO 4 P.M.: 8th Georgia Band concert, Fort Moultrie.
4 P.M.: Artillery presentation, Marion Square, corner of King and
Calhoun streets
4 TO 6 P.M.: 46th Pennsylvania and 17th Mississippi band concert,
Patriots Point
5 P.M.: Concert "Unreconstructed" from Alabama, Marion Square
5 P.M.: Evening artillery salute, Brittlebank Park, Lockwood
Drive
7 TO 10 P.M.: Hunley Lantern Tour, Patriots Point. Tickets $25
7 P.M.: Requiem Mass, Church of the Holy Communion, 218 Ashley
Ave.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One
osprey,
two
Carolina wrens, one male
white-tailed
deer, three
American alligators,
two male
cardinals, and
two raccoons.
It is 57 degrees at
9:00 this morning. Today's temperature should reach the
mid-seventies. The low tonight should be in the
mid-fifties.
April 15, 2004
Kiawah is once again
sunny and beautiful this morning.
Not that we are complaining about receiving a bit of
rain, but we like the sunshine!
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It is Tax Day. That statement
elicits various reactions, depending upon whether you are an early
bird or a procrastinator. If you are the latter, you should know
that the post offices in Charleston will NOT be open late. Only
the North Charleston post office will stay open a wee bit late to help
you out, and it closes at 7:00 p.m.
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Something Fun to do Today:
"Creative Financing: Credit Card Debt/Budgeting"
with Michael Russell, consumer credit counseling, Family Services.
Noon. Free. Center for Women, 531 Savannah Hwy. Free. 763-7333.
"HUNLEY" PLAY:
"Romancing the Hunley," a one act play, will be
presented during a sunset cruise aboard the "Carolina Belle." Departs
from Maritime Center 5:45 p.m. 6-8 p.m. $30. 568-8687, 722-1112
BALLET HISPANICO: The Charleston
Concert Association as an encore event presents the Ballet Hispanico.
Sottile Theatre, 44 George St. 8 p.m. $38 and $50 at the Gaillard box
office, 554-6060 or ticketmaster.com.
LIVING HISTORY:
Civil War encampment and living history at Fort
Moultrie. April 15-18. Re-enactors, photography demonstrations, army
laundress impressions, Civil War bugler and musicians, period music
concerts and more. Free. Held in conjunction with Saturday's burial of
the crew of the Confederate submarine H.L. Hunley. Fort Moultrie. 9
a.m.-5 p.m. $3 adults, $1 seniors, $5 families, and children 16 and
under free.
Hunley
Events:
9 A.M. to 5 P.M.: Public viewing of crew caskets, Cathedral of
St. John the Baptist, 120 Broad St.
9 A.M. to 5 P.M.: Living History Program, Fort Moultrie,
Sullivan's Island
NOON: Cannon exhibit, White Point Garden (The Battery)
1 P.M.: Lecture and fashion show on mourning wear, Charleston
Museum, 360 Meeting St.
3 P.M.: Hunley presentation by Sen. Glenn McConnell, chairman of
the Hunley Commission, Charleston Museum
4 P.M.: Artillery demonstration and evening salute. Marion
Square, corner of King and Calhoun streets
4 P.M.: 46th Pennsylvania and 17th Mississippi Band concert,
Patriots Point
5 P.M.: 5th Alabama Band concert, Marion Square
7-10 P.M.: Hunley Lantern Tour, Patriots Point. Tickets $25
7 P.M.: Memorial service, Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
7 P.M.: Friends of the Hunley lecture series, genealogist Linda
Abrams, College of Charleston, Physician's Hall. Tickets $20. The final
two facial reconstructions will be revealed and put on display with the
previous six.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
Two very persistent Carolina wrens building a nest
under the porch (despite a watching cat!), one male
white-tailed
deer, one
American alligator,
one male
cardinal, and
two raccoons.
It is 54 degrees at
9:00 this morning. The high today should be in the upper sixties. Tonight's
low is supposed to be in the
low forties.
April 14, 2004
Kiawah is a bit gray
this morning, with the sun doing its best to peek through the clouds.
Every so often the leaves on the trees are illuminated
by golden light - and then the sun ducks back behind the clouds.
No more April showers
last night, but the winds were something else! They whipped across the
island for most of the night, bringing much cooler temperatures to us
today. You might notice that it is 20 degrees cooler this morning
than yesterday morning. Brrrr!
Something Fun to do Today:
Below are a few suggestions for activities you might be interested in
doing:
Swing Lessons:
Learn to swing dance with professional
instructors. Every Wed., 7:30 pm. JB Pivot’s. 1662 Savannah Hwy.
571-3668.
YOGA CLASS:
Positively Yoga offers a class for those who have never taken a Yoga
class. 5:30 p.m. Registration requested. Free. 100 S. Main St.,
Summerville. 261-yoga or positivelyoga.com.
BOOK DISCUSSION:
The Charleston County Public Library as part of its Great Books
Discussion Series features John Locke's "Of Civil Government." Main
Library, Meeting Room B, 68 Calhoun St. 7 p.m. Free. Books available at
the Main Library Fiction Desk. 805-6804.
Hunley
Events:
9 A.M. TO 5 P.M.: The crew will be at John Wesley United
Methodist Church, 626 Savannah Highway, West Ashley
10 A.M.: Presentation by Randy Burbage, Hunley Commission member,
Charleston Museum 360 Meeting St.
2 P.M.: Ladies Fashion Show, Charleston Museum
2 TO 5 P.M.: Skirmish at Patriots Point and Artillery Living
History Salute
7 P.M.: Memorial Service, John Wesley United Methodist Church
7 P.M.: The Faces of History: A lecture by Dr. Doug Owsley,
Smithsonian Institution forensic scientist. Alumni Hall, College of
Charleston. $20
7 P.M.: Soldiers in Gray: A Musical Journey of a Soldier's Life
Through the War by Stan Clardy. Charleston Museum.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One
bobcat
on Marsh Island Drive, one male
white-tailed
deer, two
American alligators,
three male
cardinals, and
one raccoon.
It is 46 degrees at
9:00 this morning. Today's high is supposed to be in the low sixties. The
low tonight should drop into the
low forties.
April 13, 2004
More April showers...
Umbrellas will be today's favorite accessory on Kiawah!
We are in the midst of the thunder showers that were predicted for last
night. Lots of thunder and heavy showers going on...
Something Fun to do Today:
Don't let the rain get you down! Here are some ideas for indoor
activities:
ORion Art Exhibition includes 17 artists from the Waterfront Gallery and
I'On Community and Persian rugs by Khoury Oriental. Music by the Sonus
String Quartet. 5-8 p.m. Creek Club, I'On, Mount Pleasant. 670-9877.
TRIP PLANNING:
Charleston County Parks and Recreation offers "Backpacking Fundamentals:
Trip Planning." Meets at CCPRC Headquarters, Riverland Drive, James
Island. $12 county residents; $15 nonresidents. 6-9 p.m. 795-4FUN.
PRAISE HOUSE:
Ann Caldwell and The Magnolia Singers perform a weekly program of song,
stories and spirituals capturing the joy of Gullah and the spirit of the
ancestors. 7 p.m. Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting St. Free.
577-4634.
ART AFTER DARK:
Gibbes Museum offers extended hours and a 6 p.m. guided tour with chief
curator Angela D. Mack. Free with museum admission. Until 8 p.m.
722-2706.
RECITAL:
St. Luke's Recital Series continues with a performance by Mary Julia
Royal and Friends. 12:15 p.m. St. Luke's Chapel, Ashley Avenue and Bee
Street. Free. 792-6775.
TOUR:
The Historic Charleston Foundation presents a "Harbor of History Tour"
aboard the Spirit of Charleston including hors d'oeuvres, soft drinks,
beer and wine. $45. Reservations required. Call 722-3405 and visit
www.historiccharleston.org.
Hunley
Events:
11 A.M.: Women's Living History, Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting
St.
2:30 P.M.: Hunley presentation by Rick Hatcher, National Park
Service, Charleston Museum.
6-10 P.M.: Hunley crew lie in state at the USS Yorktown at
Patriots Point.
7 P.M.: Voices From the Grave, Dr. Doug Owsley, Smithsonian
Institution. College of Charleston Alumni Hall $15.
7:30 P.M.: Memorial Service, Patriots Point
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One
ladderback woodpecker and one
red-bellied woodpecker
at Turtle Point,
three
American alligators two male
cardinals, nine snowy egrets, and
one raccoon.
It is 66 degrees at
9:30 this morning. The high today should be in the mid-seventies
again,
with a 60% chance of showers. Tonight's low should drop into the
mid-forties.
April 12, 2004
Kiawah is a bit overcast
again this morning. But now we have LARGE puddles everywhere!.
While we didn't have a rainy day yesterday, we did receive the promised
rain, thank goodness! It rolled onto the island very late last night,
complete with lightning and thunder. It was quite torrential at
times, leaving lots of leaves and branches in its wake. And it appears
that today we will see more thunderstorms. April showers indeed!
Today's photo was sent in by Joe Zambito.
Joe captured this misty spider web outside his window. Thanks Joe,
for sharing the photo!
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Something Fun to do Today:
KICA
welcomes all Kiawah newcomers to a special
afternoon gathering. Meet community leaders,
staff, and key island representatives who can give you resources to help
make your Kiawah community experience excellent. You will also have the
chance to meet other Kiawah owners, and light hors d'oeuvres and
beverages are provided. Even if you aren't a newcomer, you are also
welcome to attend and bring your family, if you have an interest in
learning more about your community. For more information call 768-9194.
PRESENTATION:
The Center for Photography's Second Monday presentation on the exhibit
"Who Among Us?". 7 p.m. City Gallery at Waterfront Park. Free. 577-0647.
LECTURE:
The Department of Art History in the College of Charleston's School of
the Arts presents a lecture by University of Colorado Professor Robert
Allen Nauman based on his new book "On the Wings of Modernism: The U.S.
Air Force Academy." The Albert Simons Center for the Arts, Room 309, 54
St. Philip St. between Calhoun and George. 7 p.m. Free. Sherry Wallace
953-5198 or wallaces@cofc.edu.
Monday Blues:
A series celebrating literary, visual and musical arts, features poet
carol g. Furtwangler, acoustic guitarist tom Limehouse and photography
by Susan Finch Stevens. Bar 145, 145 Calhoun St. Via elevator to second
floor. 7:30 p.m. Free. Elle Davis, 437-1958
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
Four
American alligators and
three
great blue herons in The Preserve, seven male
cardinals, two snowy egrets,
six
brown pelicans, and
two raccoons.
It is 66 degrees at
9:30 this morning. Today's high will be in the mid-seventies,
with a chance of rain this afternoon. The low tonight should be in the
mid-sixties, with a 60% chance of thunderstorms.
April 11, 2004
Kiawah is overcast
this morning, with little puddles lying about on the street and sidewalks.
Looks like we are in for a rainy Sunday.
Attention bicycle or roller blade
enthusiasts! There is brand spanking new freshly paved path!
Woo hoo! It begins at Snowy Egret Lane and goes past the Beach Club.
So strap on those blades and take yourself for a spin!
There are lots of activities going on
today! See them by
looking at the
Community Calendar Page.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
Two
American alligators and
one
great blue herons in The Preserve, and two raccoons.
It is 68 degrees at
9:30 this morning. The high temperature today should be in the upper seventies,
with a 30% chance of rain. Tonight's low is supposed to be in the
mid-sixties, with heavy thunderstorms likely.
April 10, 2004
More sunshine after
last night's dense fog... Kiawah is warm and sunny this morning, and the
birds are in rare form, singing their little hearts out!
Kiawah's songbirds are now laying their eggs.
If you are a bird aficionado, Bill Blizard can provide you with the
opportunity to be a
helper for a set
of boxes on one of Kiawah's golf courses! You get the opportunity to help
count eggs during the next few months if you sign up now. You may contact
Bill at 768-3303.
There are lots of activities going on
this week-end for folks to choose from. Don't forget the Easter egg hunt
at the Sandcastle this morning. See the other activities planned for
this week-end by
looking at the
Community Calendar Page.
Something Fun to Do Today:
The Have Nots! Comedy Improv plays at the American Theater, 446 King St.
8:30 p.m. $10. Call 853-6687 or order online at
www.etix.com.
BOOK DISCUSSION:
The Charleston County Public Library's St. Paul's Branch as part of the
Contemporary Books Discussion Series features Tracy Chevalier's "Girl
With a Pearl Earring." 5151 Hwy. 165. 3 p.m. Free. Call 889-3300.
LIBRARY TOUR:
The Charleston County Main Library presents a South Carolina Room Tour
led by an expert reference librarian. 68 Calhoun St. 11 a.m. Free. Call
805-6801.
ART SHOW:
Charleston artist, musician and publisher Geoffrey Cormier has collected
a wide range of art by many of America's contemporary folk artists while
traveling throughout the Southeast. Opening reception, 6-9 p.m. Show
continues through April. Read Brothers, 593 King St. 324-0690.
ART RECEPTION:
"That Which Inspires, " watercolors and oils by artist Aring. 5-8 p.m.
Show continues through April. Charleston Art Gallery & Portrait Studio,
10 North Atlantic Wharf. 724-3424. or
www.charlestonartgallery.com
EASTER PARADE:
The Hat Ladies Third Annual Easter Promenade. 11 a.m. Starts at Four
Corners of Law, heads east on Broad, then south on East Bay to 5 East
Battery, the Palmer Home Bed and Breakfast. Free. 762-6679 or
www.hatladies.org.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
Two ospreys,
three
American alligators and
two
great blue herons in The Preserve, two raccoons, and at least one
chuck wills widow
calling out for several hours last night.
It is 64 degrees at
9:00 this morning. Today's temperature is supposed to reach the upper seventies
once again.
The low tonight should be in the low sixties.
April 9, 2004
Sunshine and bird
song seem to be the order of the day on Kiawah! It looks to be
another fabulous spring day on the island.
There are lots of activities going on
this week-end for folks to choose from. There is an Easter egg hunt
at the Sandcastle tomorrow. There are two services on Easter Sunday,
another egg hunt, a magician, bingo for the kids... find out more by
looking at the
Community Calendar Page.
We did receive some
rain yesterday - even heard a few rumbles of thunder and saw a few
lightning bolts! But we could still use some rain...
Something Fun to Do Today:
Fishing with Dynamite Improv Company plays at the American Theater, 446
King St. 8:30 p.m. $6. Call 853-6687 or order online at
www.etix.com.
POETRY READING:
The Poetry Society of S.C. features poet Jim Clark. 7 p.m. Fellowship
Hall of Second Presbyterian Church, 342 Meeting St. Reception follows.
Free. 881-8875.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One osprey,
two snowy egrets,
four
American alligators in The Preserve,
three
great blue herons, and
two raccoons.
It is 62 degrees at
9:00 this morning. The high today should be in the upper seventies.
Tonight's low is supposed to be in the mid-fifties.
April 8, 2004
Kiawah is sunny and
warm currently, but that may change. There is a 50% chance of
showers this morning, perhaps even thunderstorms. As dry as it has
been around here lately, we could certainly use a little precipitation.
The General Store at the front gate appears to be open
as of yesterday. The gas pumps are back on, and the store is stocked
with groceries - just no food service. Apparently they are waiting
for the health department for the final approval before opening that
portion of the store.
Something Fun to Do Today:
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Baseball: The
RiverDogs open their regular season tonight against the Greensboro Bats.
Charleston Mayor Joe Riley will throw out the first pitch. Game time is
7:05 p.m.
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BROWN BAG:
Lynn Anne Christensen of Morgan Stanley will talk about "Creative
Financing: How to Manage your $" at the Brown Bag Lunch Series at Noon.
Center for Women, 531 Savannah Hwy. Free. 763-7333.
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SYMPHONY:
The Charleston Symphony Orchestra Masterworks Series presents works of
Vaughn Williams, Chadwick, Sibelius and Prokofiev conducted by Bundit
Ungrangsee. Gaillard Municipal Auditorium, 77 Calhoun St. 8 p.m. $13-$43
and $5 for students with IDs at the box office, online at
www.charlestonsymphony.com, through Ticketmaster at
554-6060 or at area Publix supermarkets.
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CLASSIC FILM:
The Charleston County Public Library's Folly Beach Branch, as part of
the Classic Film Series, presents 1947's "Road to Rio," starring Bing
Crosby, Bob Hope and Dorothy Lamour. 55 Center St. 7 p.m. Free admission
and popcorn. Call 588-2001.
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AUTHOR VISIT:
The Charleston County Main Library presents an author visit by
Swarthmore College professor of social theory and social action Barry
Schwartz in a lecture and book signing focusing on "The Paradox of
Choice." 68 Calhoun St. 7 p.m. Free. Call Sara Breibart at 805-6804.
Books available for signing.
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DISCUSSION:
The College of Charleston's Avery Research Center for African-American
History and Culture, Department of English and the Writer's Series
present Post and Courier reporter Herb Frazier discussing his travels in
the Caribbean and South, east and West Africa, 125 Bull St. 7 p.m. Free.
Call 953-7609.
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SLIDE SHOW:
Sierra Members Slide Show Series continues with Bill Turner exploring
the Colorado Rocky Mountain Backcountry and Utah's Red Rock River
Canyons. 7 p.m. MUSC's Baruch Auditorium, 284 Calhoun St.
Today's Kiawah Critter Count:
One
summer tanager, one osprey,
three male cardinals,
two
American alligators in The Preserve, and
two raccoons. Oh, and a
chuck wills widow
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