August 1 – 31:
The Parris Island Museum is open daily from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Family and Graduation Days. Explore the long, rich legacy of the Marine Corps, as well as the exciting history of the Port Royal region. Admission is free. The public is welcome to visit Parris Island, access may be dependent upon current security needs. A driver’s license, proof of vehicle insurance and registration are required. Boulevard de France. (843) 228-3650 or mcrdpi.usmc.mil.
August 1 – 31:
The Verdier House Museum in Beaufort’s National Historic Landmark District is open for tours, Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Guided tours are available by appointment. 801 Bay St. (843) 379-6335 or historicbeaufort.org.
August 1 – 31:
Daily tours of Bluffton’s Rose Hill Mansion, a Gothic Revival-style home built circa 1858 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Reservations required. 199 Rose Hill Way. (843) 757-6046 or rosehillmansion.com.
August 1 – 31:
Gullah Heritage Trail Tours depart from the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn on Hilton Head Island, Tuesday-Sunday. Experience the Gullah culture of Hilton Head Island on a two-hour tour of 10 neighborhoods established during the Civil War. Reservations required. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 681-7066 or gullaheritage.com.
August 1 – 26:
“The Beaufort Basket,” an exhibition of 10 original pieces by sweetgrass basket maker Jery Bennett-Taylor, in the York W. Bailey Museum at the historic Penn Center on St. Helena Island. The exhibition is the first revival in Beaufort of the 300-year-old Native Islander coiled basketry once practiced by slaves who brought the craft from Africa. All baskets will be sold to the public. 16 Penn Center Circle W. (843) 838-2474 or penncenter.com.
August 1 – 5:
Hunt for History Camp for ages 7-12 at Old Santee Canal Park in Moncks Corner, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Pre-registration required. 900 Stony Landing Rd. (843) 899-5200 or oldsanteecanalpark.org.
August 2, 9, 26, 23 & 30:
Pick Pocket Plantation Farmer’s Market at historic Pick Pocket Plantation on Tuesdays, 2-7 p.m. Fresh local produce, food, live music, pony rides, art, children’s activities and tours of the restored plantation home. 93 Trask Farm Rd. (843) 271-1869 or pickpocketplantation.com.
August 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31:
The Downtown Beaufort Farmer’s Market in Freedom Mall, in front of the Downtown Marina, on Wednesdays, 2-6 p.m. 1006 Bay St. (843) 525-6644 or downtownbeaufort.com.
August 5 – 31:
“Jambalaya Deux: The Artwork of Diane Britton-Dunham & James Denmark” is on display in the ARTworks Gallery in Beaufort Town Center. This multi-media gallery show features influences from the Sea Island Gullahs to Louisana’s Congo Square from the Beaufort-based artists. Opening Reception on Aug. 5, 6-8 p.m. 2127 Boundary St. (843) 379-2787 or beaufortcountyarts.com.
August 5, 12, 19 & 26:
Habersham Farmer’s Market in the Habersham Marketplace on Fridays, 4-7 p.m. Fresh local produce, plants, artisans, home baked and canned foods, crafts and more. 13 Market. (843) 846-3444 or habershamfarmersmarket.com.
August 5, 12, 19 & 26:
Jasper County Farmer’s Market in Ridgeland on Fridays, 1-6 p.m. Local and SC Certified fruits and vegetables with a small flea market. EBT is honored. Vendor space is $5 per day. Through Nov. 25. 9935 Jacob Smart Blvd. S. (Hwy. 17). (843) 717-3690 or jaspercountychamber.com.
August 5:
First Friday at Habersham Marketplace, 4-9:30 p.m. Expanded farmer’s market with local and regional growers, arts, crafts, specialty food vendors, brews and live music. Free and open to the public. 13 Market. (843) 846-3444 or habershammarketplace.com.
August 6, 13, 20 & 27:
Port Royal Farmer’s Market at Naval Heritage Park on Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. South Carolina produce, seafood, plants, prepared foods, honey, cheese and live music. Ribaut Rd. portroyalfarmersmarket.com.
August 10 – 11:
The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina presents Second City on Hilton Head Island. This high-flying live comedy show combines topical sketch comedy, unique and hilarious songs and on-the-spot improvisation. 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 686-3945 or artshhi.com.
August 12:
MufukaWorks presents “The Farewell Dance Performance: Our World: The Stories of Our Communities” in the ARTworks Black Box Theater in Beaufort Town Center, 8 p.m. This Afro Russe Dance Production, a fusion of African, ballet and contemporary dance, addresses the issues of image, heartbreak, assault, addiction, and more. 2127 Boundary St. (843) 379-2787 or beaufortcountyarts.com.
August 13 – 14:
Open House at Bluffton’s Hampton Lake. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sun., 1-4 p.m. Tour model homes, as well as the award-winning amenity village, and enjoy lunch at Backwater Bill’s, the private, lakefront restaurant. Reservations required for lunch; credit cards only. 98 Fording Island Rd. (843) 836-7475 or hamptonlake.com.
August 13:
Kids Back to School Safety Day at Tanger Outlet 2, 12-3 p.m. Meet the Bluffton Fire Department, the Beaufort County K-9 unit and the Coastal Discovery Museum, plus moonwalks and slides, music, dancing and games with DJ Alan Palchak and Tangeroo. Parents receive 20% off Tangerstyle coupons. 1414 Fording Island Rd. (843) 837-5410 or tangeroutlet.com.
August 13:
“StreetMusic on Paris Avenue: Sugar Blue, A True Harp Hero” in downtown Port Royal, 6 p.m. Free and open to the public. Bring chairs and dancing shoes. Presented by the Town of Port Royal and ARTworks. Paris Avenue between 9th & 10th Streets. (843) 379-2787 or artworksinbeaufort.org.
August 17: “Time for Tots” story time and crafts for ages 3-5 at Old Santee Canal Park in Moncks Corner, 10 a.m.-noon. Pre-registration required. 900 Stony Landing Rd. (843) 899-5200 or oldsanteecanalpark.org.
August 17:
“Dine for the Troops,” a fundraiser for the Independence Fund/Lt. Dan Weekend in September featuring decorated veteran and author, Dr. Rich Jadick, at the Country Club of Hilton Head on Hilton Head Island, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tickets are $50. 70 Skull Creek Dr. (843) 689-3685 or 757-7494.
August 18:
“An Evening with Henry Chambers, Pat Conroy & Cassandra King” at the Boys & Girls Club of Beaufort. A celebration of Beaufort‘s living legends and the debut of The Henry Chambers Teen Club and The Pat Conroy & Cassandra King Reading Room. In addition to the evening’s honored guests, speakers include Gullah cookbook author, Sallie Ann Robinson, and Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling. Tickets are $100 a person, reservations required. (843) 379-5430 or e-mail lvallino@bgclowcountry.org.
August 20:
Par Fore The Kids Charity Golf Tournament to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry at Hilton Head National in Bluffton, 9:30 a.m. Fee includes breakfast, practice range, greens fee, cart, box lunch, prizes and reception at Wild Wings Café in Bluffton. (843) 379-5430 or bgclowcountry.org.
August 20:
Free Tennis Training Session for tournament players, high school team members and non-ranked juniors at the Van Der Meer Jr. Tennis Academy on Hilton Head Island, 9:30 a.m.-noon. Match Play from 2-4 p.m. Pro Exhibition at 4 p.m. with refreshments and prizes. 19 DeAllyon Ave. (843) 785-8388 opt. 1 or vdmtennis.com.
August 22 – 23:
Auditions for the May River Theatre Company’s fall production of “Pippin” in the Ulmer Auditorium at Bluffton Town Hall, 7 p.m. This period musical calls for 5 principal men and 3 principal women supported by a “Band of Players” numbering 7-10 men and women. 20 Bridge St. (843) 837-7798 or mayrivertheatre.com.
August 25:
Quicksilver presents Birdhouse Skateboards MIA to NYC Tour featuring skateboard legends Tony Hawk, Kevin Staab and Willy Santos, along with an amazing crew of amateurs, at the Buckwalter Skatepark in Bluffton, 4 p.m. A showcase of skate park street skating. 105 Buckwalter Pkwy. birdhouseskateboards.com.
August 25:
“Jazz on the Lawn” to benefit Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build Program at the Habersham Marketplace, 7 p.m. Live music featuring Beaufort’s own Blue Mudd with Maggie’s Pub & Eatery, Piace Pizza and Berto’s Grill TexMex serving up specials for the evening. Tickets may be purchased in advance. 13 Market. (843) 522-3500 or habershammarketplace.com.
August 26 – 28:
2nd Annual Hilton Head Island New Play Festival at the South Carolina Repertory Company. A weekend of original readings and discussions with playwrights from across the nation. 136 Beach City Rd. (843) 342-2057 or hiltonheadtheatre.com.
August 26 – 28:
“Ben Speaks,” a humorous, enlightening and touching one-man show with Ben Franklin interpreter Steve Nousen in the ARTworks Black Box Theater in Beaufort Town Center. Friday & Saturday at 8 p.m.; Sunday at 3 p.m. A two-act play providing the opportunity to interact with Dr. Franklin. 2127 Boundary St. (843) 379-2787 or beaufortcountyarts.com.
August 26 – 27:
Auditions for The Travelers Radio Recreators’ September production of “A Thurber Carnival” by James Thurber at Lowcountry Presbyterian Church in Bluffton, 7 p.m. No memorizing. 10 Simmonsville Rd. (843) 757-9503.
August 27 – September 11:
21st Annual Fine Arts Exhibition at Old Santee Canal Park in Moncks Corner. Artists from around the state compete for nearly $3,000 in awards. 900 Stony Landing Rd. (843) 899-5200 or oldsanteecanalpark.org.
August 27 – 28:
1st Annual Hardeeville Open Golf Tournament at The Golf Club at Hilton Head Lakes in Hardeeville, 9 a.m. Contests on Saturday with a VIP Party following the tournament. 2005 Wiregrass Way. (843) 784-3606 or hardeevillechamberofcommerce.com.
August 27 – 28:
Open House at Bluffton’s Hampton Lake. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sun., 1-4 p.m. Tour model homes, as well as the award-winning amenity village, and enjoy lunch at Backwater Bill’s, the private, lakefront restaurant. Reservations required for lunch. 98 Fording Island Rd. (843) 836-7475 or hamptonlake.com.
August 27:
“Cheeseburgers in Paradise,” a Jimmy Buffett-themed party to benefit Friends of Caroline Hospice, at the Port Royal Landing Marina, 6-9 p.m. Grilled burgers with all the fixings, margaritas, beer, wine and live music. Admission is $30 per person and includes food and drinks. (843) 525-6257 or friendsofcarolinehospice.org.
August 27:
7th Annual HawkFest hosted by Strive to Excel at Mitchelville Beach Park on Hilton Head Island, 3-8 p.m. 5K Run begins at 8 a.m. at Hilton Head Island High School. Music, food, water rides, pie and watermelon eating contests and more. 124 Mitchelville Rd. (843) 689-4982 or strive2excel.org.
August 27:
2nd Annual Coastal Clean Water Festival at Shelter Cove Harbour on Hilton Head Island, 5-10 p.m. Live music featuring the Chilly Willy Band, Broad Creek Rumrunners, Candace Woodson and the Domino Theory Band and local high school bands, bounce houses, food vendors and environmental education booths. Presented by Hilton Head Prep, Coastal Plains Insurance and PURE. Free and open to the public. (843) 671-2286 ext. 323 or e-mail communications@hhprep.org.
August 27:
“StreetMusic on Paris Avenue: Lost In Holland” in downtown Port Royal, 6 p.m. Free and open to the public. Bring chairs and dancing shoes. Presented by the Town of Port Royal and ARTworks. Paris Avenue between 9th & 10th Streets. (843) 379-2787 or artworksinbeaufort.org.
August 28:
Dixieland Jazz Society of the Lowcountry New Orleans-style Jazz Jam at The Jazz Corner in The Village at Wexford, 2-5 p.m. Free admission, minimum purchase for table seating. 1000 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-8620 or djslc.com.
