October 1 – November 15:
The Beaufort Film Festival is accepting entries for the 6th Annual Beaufort International Film Festival to be held February 15-19, 2012. Categories include Features, Documentaries, Short Films, Student Films, Animation and Screenplays. (843) 522-3196 or beaufortfilmfestival.com.
October 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.
October 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. “The Beaufort Artillery: Guardians of the Lowcountry Since 1776” exhibit features an “unsurrendered flag” Civil War flag carried by Beaufort’s Civil War militia and other memorabilia owned by the Historic Beaufort Foundation, the former Beaufort Museum and the Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum. Guided tours are available by appointment. 801 Bay St. (843) 379-6335 or historicbeaufort.org.
October 1 – 31:
Self-Guided Tours of the Hunting Island Lighthouse, South Carolina’s only publicly accessible historic lighthouse dating from the 1870s, 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Lighthouse admission is $2. Hunting Island State Park also offers a variety of Barrier Island educational programs for all ages throughout the year, such as “Beach Explorations,” “A Walk in the Woods“ and “Salt Marsh Kayaking.” Call the Nature Center for details and reservations. 2555 Sea Island Pkwy. (843) 838-7437 or southcarolinaparks.com.
October 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.
October 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.
October 1 – 31:
“Not Just Giving Peace A Chance, But Bringing it Back in Style,” artwork by a stained glass artist, ragtime, Marine Corps Vietnam Veteran, is on display in the ARTworks Gallery in Beaufort Town Center. 2127 Boundary St. (843) 379-2787 or beaufortcountyarts.com.
October 1 – 31:
ZipLine hilton head, the only ZipLine tour in a 200-mile radius, opens in Broad Creek Marina in mid-October. Soar over live oaks on seven ziplines with heights up to 75 feet. For ages 8 and older, reservations required. 18 Simmons Rd. (843) 682-6000 or ZipLinehiltonhead.com.
October 1 – 27:
Howl-O-Ween Pet Pic Costume Contest hosted by The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village in The Sea Pines Resort. Submit a picture of your pet decked out in his Howl-O-Ween best for a chance to win bragging rights and Salty Dog merchandise. (843) 671-2233 or saltydog.com.
October 1 – 25:
TangerStyle of Pink Campaign at the Tanger Outlets in Bluffton. Make a $1 donation and receive a card for 25% off a single item at participating stores. Proceeds benefit Beaufort’s Keyserling Cancer Center. 1270 & 1414 Fording Island Rd. (843) 837-5410 or tangeroutlet.com.
October 1 – 23:
The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina on Hilton Head Island presents the spunky, flashy and infectious Broadway smash, “Dreamgirls.” Experience the ups and downs and backstage drama of the Dreams, the hottest girl group in the 1960s and 70s. 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 842-2787 or artshhi.com.
October 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29:
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.
October 1 – 2:
4th Annual Tiger Bass Weekend at Bluffton’s Hampton Lake to benefit Bluffton Self Help. 5K Run & 1 Mile Fun Walk on Saturday starting at 9 a.m. Fishing Tournament sponsored by David Weekley on Saturday at 6:30 a.m. Community Open House on Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. & Sunday, 1-4 p.m. with 11 model homes open to tour and lunch available at Backwater Bill’s. 98 Fording Island Rd. (843) 836-7463 or e-mail cguscio@hamptonlake.com.
October 1:
17th Annual Beaufort Shrimp Festival, celebrating local wild caught shrimp. The South Carolina Shrimper’s Association partners with Main Street Beaufort each year to bring awareness to thousands of visitors and residents. Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, Historic Downtown. Free Admission into the Park! Restaurants compete for the coveted Silver Cup and bragging rights for best shrimp dish each year. Some festival goers take part in the Shrimp Heading Competition and some children touch their first shrimp in the Shrimp Peeling Competition. Sea Island Rotary organizes the rubber shrimp race each year and live entertainment, a children’s area, craft market, and 5K run round out this popular festival. (843) 525-6644 or downtownbeaufort.com.
October 3 – November 12:
“Time to Paint,” a collection of watercolors by featured artist Audrey Montgomery, is on display in the Beaufort Art Association Gallery. Artist’s Reception on October 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Gallery hours are Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 913 Bay St. (843) 521-4444 or beaufortartassociation.com.
October 4 – December 20:
“The Life and Times of Congressman Robert Smalls, 1839-1915,” an exhibit curated by Smalls’ direct descendent, Helen B. Moore, is on display at the Verdier House. The exhibit contains the family’s artifacts, documents and other memorabilia related to his life. Admission is $10 per person for non-members and includes a tour of the house and a new permanent exhibit on the Beaufort Volunteer Artillery. 801 Bay St. (843) 379-6335 or historicbeaufort.org.
October 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25 & 28:
Friends of the Library Gently Used Bookstore is open in the Beaufort Branch Library on Tuesdays from 4-7:45 p.m. and Fridays from 1-4:45 p.m. 311 Scott St. (843) 255-6456 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.
October 5, 12, 19 & 26:
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.
October 6 – 9:
2nd Annual Women of Wisdom: Transforming Our Lives, Transforming Our World convocation presented by The Sophia Institute at Ashley Hall in Charleston. A global gathering of women featuring conversations, dialogues, experiential work, music and movement focusing on transforming lives, workplaces and communities. Pre-registration required. (843) 722-4186 or thesophiainstitute.org.
October 7 – 9 & 14 – 15:
Beaufort Theatre Company presents “Always… Patsy Cline” starring Maggie Norden and Gail Westerfield at the USCB Performing Arts Center. Fri. & Sat. at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. The true story of Patsy Cline’s friendship with Houston housewife Louise Seger features 27 songs performed with a live band. 801 Carteret St. (843) 521-4145 or uscb.edu.
October 7, 14, 21 & 28:
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.
October 7:
“Friday Organ Concerts at Noon: John Cummins” at Beaufort’s Parish Church of St. Helena, noon. Musicians from all over the world are invited to play on the church’s Taylor & Boody Organ Opus II, 1985. Free and open to the public. 505 Church St. (843) 522-1712 or sthelenas1712.org.
October 7:
First Friday Blues+Brews with Jeff Norwood at Habersham Marketplace, 4-9 p.m. Live blues music and craft brews offered by Maggie’s Pub, Piace Pizza and special guest vendors and an expanded Farmers Market with local and regional growers, arts, crafts, specialty foods. 13 Market. (843) 846-3444 or habershammarketplace.com.
October 7:
2011 Tri-Command Hispanic-American Celebration at The Lyceum on Parris Island, 6 p.m. Pinatas for children, followed by dinner featuring Latin American cuisine, karaoke, dance demonstrations, a DJ and dancing. (843) 228-4911 or 228-2647.
October 7:
“Friday Nights Live @ ARTworks: Brian Luckett” in Beaufort Town Center, 8 p.m. A concert of classical guitar music from Spain, Mexico and South America. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased online. 2127 Boundary St. (843) 379-2787 or beaufortcountyarts.com.
October 8:
3rd Annual Friends of Hunting Island 5K Run/Walk begins at the Hunting Island State Park Nature Center, 10 a.m. Male and female divisions from age 6-60+. Awards Ceremony following race. Pre-registration required. 2555 Sea Island Pkwy. (843) 379-4895 or friendsofhuntingisland.org.
October 11 – 16:
Zerbini Multi-Cultural Family Circus hosted by the World’s First Touring African-American Ringmaster, Casual Cal, at Eagles Baseball Field in Bluffton. Tues. at 7:30 p.m.; Wed. & Thurs. at 5:30 & 7:30 p.m.; Fri. at 10:30 a.m., 5:30 & 7:30 p.m.; Sat. at 12, 4:30 & 8:30 p.m.; Sun. at 1, 4, & 7 p.m. All tickets are $14. 155 Buck Island Rd. (888) 981-7469 or blufftoncircus.com.
October 12:
The Lowcountry Civil War Roundtable meets in the Bluffton High School Auditorium, 6:45 p.m. “Medical Treatment for the Confederate Army and Navy” presentation with Guy Hasegawa. Guests welcome, admission is $10. 12 H. E. McCracken Circle. (843) 681-1956 or lcwrt.squarespace.com.
October 13:
“20th Century Celebration” presented by the Beaufort Symphony Orchestra at the USCB Performing Arts Center, 8 p.m. A concert featuring Koussevitzky’s “Bass Concerto” and Sibelius’ “Symphony #2.” 801 Carteret St. (877) 548-3237 or www.beaufortorchestra.org.
October 14 – December 12:
The Beaufort Art Association’s Annual Benefit Exhibit featuring original artwork by BAA members is on display and for sale in Beaufort Memorial Hospital. Proceeds from sales benefit the Betty Mazarin Pharmaceutical Assistance Fund. 955 Ribaut Rd. (843) 522-5774 or bmhsc.org.
October 14 – 15:
The Hilton Head Comedy Club presents “The Lowcountry Comedy Series: Pat Godwin” in the Tides Lounge at the Holiday Inn Beaufort, 9 p.m. Reservations strongly recommended; admission is $10 per person. 2225 Boundary St. (843) 681-7757 or hiltonheadcomedyclub.com.
October 14:
“Friday Nights Live @ ARTworks: Comedy Night with Big E” in Beaufort Town Center, 8 p.m. A versatile comedian who can capture the minds and hearts of any audience. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased online. 2127 Boundary St. (843) 379-2787 or beaufortcountyarts.com.
October 15:
Festival of the Sea hosted by the Old Village Association of Port Royal, 12-5 p.m. A pirate-themed festival with a 3K Walk the Plank for CODA, live music, art and craft vendors, children’s activities, seafood, beer and wine, a Collector Car display and more. Paris Ave. oldvillageportroyal.com.
October 15:
“The Metropolitan Opera Live in HD Season: Donizetti’s Anna Bolena” presented by the University of South Carolina Beaufort Center for the Arts in the USCB Performing Arts Center, 12:55 p.m. Series tickets are available. 801 Carteret St. (843) 521-4145 or uscb.edu.
October 16 – 23:
7th Annual Historic Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival throughout Old Town Bluffton. A showcase of locally-harvested seafood, cuisine, history, art and Southern hospitality with a boat parade and tours, concerts and performances, kayak tours, book signings, races, Art Around Town, a Streetfest and much more. (843) 757-2583 or blufftonartsandseafoodfestival.com.
October 16:
“20th Century Celebration” presented by the Beaufort Symphony Orchestra at the USCB Performing Arts Center, 3 p.m. A concert featuring Koussevitzky’s “Bass Concerto” and Sibelius’ “Symphony #2.” 801 Carteret St. (877) 548-3237 or http://www.beaufortorchestra.org/.
October 21 – 23:
Fall Festival of Houses and Gardens hosted by the Historic Beaufort Foundation. Events include an “Antiques For Historic Interiors” lecture with Judith Miller, a Walking Tour through the Beaufort Historic District, Ramble Around Beaufort, “Late Afternoon at the Tabby Ruins” on Spring Island, “Kitchens & Cuisine” with local chefs creating regional specialties in private kitchens and more. Advance ticket purchase required. Tour Headquarters is located at The Arsenal, 713 Craven St. (843) 379-3331 or historicbeaufort.org.
October 21 – 23:
Golfweek Amateur Tour Championship at the Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on Hilton Head Island. The nation’s largest amateur tour features 54 holes of play on all three courses in the resort. (866) 380-1778 or palmettodunes.com.
October 21 – 22:
Smoke on the Beach BBQ Cookoff, held in conjunction with the Taste of Freedom Festival, in Beaufort Town Center. “Anything Goes” event on Fri., 6-10 p.m. BBQ for sale on Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sponsored by the Omar Shriners and Piggly Wiggly. 2127 Boundary St. (912) 531-0790 or smokeonthebeach.com.
October 21 – 22:
The Hilton Head Comedy Club presents “The Lowcountry Comedy Series: Carl LaBove” in the Tides Lounge at the Holiday Inn Beaufort, 9 p.m. Reservations strongly recommended; admission is $10 per person. 2225 Boundary St. (843) 681-7757 or hiltonheadcomedyclub.com.
October 21:
“Friday Organ Concerts at Noon: David Buice” at Beaufort’s Parish Church of St. Helena, noon. Musicians from all over the world are invited to play on the church’s Taylor & Boody Organ Opus II, 1985. Free and open to the public. 505 Church St. (843) 522-1712 or sthelenas1712.org.
October 22:
2011 Prince William Parish Cycle Tour through Hampton County starting and ending at Buckfield Plantation, 8:30 a.m. Explore scenic and historic country roads on a 67-mile or 34-mile ride. Proceeds benefit the Yemassee Revitalization Corporation. 8 Kress Rd. Pre-registration required. (843) 441-7402 or yemassee-sc.org.
October 22:
3rd Annual Habersham Harvest Festival at Habersham Marketplace, 12-6 p.m. A celebration of food, fun, art and music with an expanded farmer’s market, live entertainment from Lowcountry Boil, dancing, a pumpkin patch, hayrides, an obstacle course, outdoor games and more. Admission is free; food and drinks are available for purchase. 13 Market. (843) 846-3444 or habershamharvestfestival.com.
October 22:
Guild of Beaufort Galleries Fall Art Walk throughout Historic Downtown Beaufort, 8 p.m. Visit the guild’s 11 member galleries and enjoy the original work of over 500 artists. Free and open to the public. 711 Bay St. (843) 379-9710 or guildofbeaufortgalleries.com.
October 22:
“Tribute to the Stars” to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry in the Grand Ballroom at the Crowne Plaza Resort, 8 p.m. Special guest, The Lady Chablis of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, a world-renowned Michael Jackson entertainer and the world’s greatest tribute entertainers. 130 Shipyard Dr. (912) 335-3175 or tributetothestarsshow.com.
October 22:
Edwin McCain in concert at the Jasper County Farmer’s Market in Ridgeland, 8 p.m. Shannon Tanner and Bruce Crichton open the show. Bring lawn chairs; food and drinks will be sold on-site. One dollar from each ticket sold benefits the United Way of the Lowcountry. Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at the gate. 9935 Jacob Smart Blvd. S. (Hwy. 17). (843) 726-8126 or jaspercountychamber.com.
October 23:
“Red Ribbon Fest – Picnic in the Park” at Old Santee Canal Park in Moncks Corner, 1-4 p.m. A celebration of drug-free family fun with live music, games, puppet shows, information from local law enforcement and more. Free with regular park admission. 900 Stony Landing Rd. (843) 899-5200 or oldsanteecanalpark.org.
October 24:
“Dinner & A Lecture” hosted by the Historic Beaufort Foundation at the Verdier House, 5:30 p.m. Wine and hors d’oeuvres reception followed by the lecture and audience questions. Limited seating, reservations required. 801 Bay St. (843) 379-3331 or historicbeaufort.org.
October 26:
“Time for Tots: Halloween” 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.
October 27:
Trick-Or-Treat In Downtown Beaufort, 5-6:30 p.m. Bring the entire family to Trick-or-Treat from Bay Street and beyond. This free event is presented by Main Street Beaufort, USA and co-sponsored by the Beaufort Police Department and the Downtown Merchants & Businesses. “Movie in the Park: Beetlejuice“ in Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park after Trick-or-Treating, 7 p.m. Free admission, bring chairs or blankets. (843) 525-6644 or downtownbeaufort.com.
October 27:
Movie in the Park – “Beetlejuice,” presented by Main Street Beaufort USA, 5-6:30 p.m. Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. FREE (843) 525-6644 or Main Street Beaufort USA.
October 28 – November 6:
Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival & Concours d’Elegance at various locations. Savannah Speed Classic at The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, Oct. 28-30; Motoring Midway, Car Club Jamboree and Concours d’Elegance at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, Nov. 5-6. (843) 785-7469 or hhiconcours.com.
October 28 – 29:
The Hilton Head Comedy Club presents “The Lowcountry Comedy Series: Derek Richards” in the Tides Lounge at the Holiday Inn Beaufort, 9 p.m. Reservations strongly recommended; admission is $10 per person. 2225 Boundary St. (843) 681-7757 or hiltonheadcomedyclub.com.
October 28:
“Lunch With Author Series: Tony Horwitz” hosted by USCB at the Hampton Hall Clubhouse in Bluffton, noon. The Pulitzer Prize-winning history author and journalist discusses his latest book, Midnight Rising: John Brown and the Raid That Sparked the Civil War. Reservations required, series tickets available. (843) 521-4147 or e-mail kingsley@uscb.edu.
October 29:
Technical College of the Lowcountry – Oysters by the Bay, 12-4 p.m. 921 Ribaut Rd. $25 per person, includes all the oysters, hotdogs and chili “you can eat”. Water and soft drinks provided, Beer $1! Proceeds to benefit the college Scholarship Program for students with a determined need. (843) 525-8211 or tcl.edu.
October 29:
Church of the Palms Annual Fall Bazaar in Okatie, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Silent auction, Grandma’s Attic, handmade arts and crafts, homemade ready-to-eat meals, casseroles, soups, desserts and baked goods, free magic show and children’s activities and more. Proceeds benefit the church’s community outreach ministries and spiritual education projects. 1425 Hwy. 170. (843) 379-1888 or palmsumc.org.
October 29:
Free Self-Defense Seminar for Women in support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month at Hampton Lake, 9:30 a.m.-noon. Featuring Matt Robinson, owner of Charleston Krav Maga. A monetary donation or item from the CODA (Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse) wish list is appreciated. Pre-registration required; free childcare provided. (843) 540-6065 or e-mail purpledvam11@yahoo.com.
October 29:
“The Metropolitan Opera Live in HD Season: Mozart’s Don Giovanni” presented by the University of South Carolina Beaufort Center for the Arts in the USCB Performing Arts Center, 12:55 p.m. Series tickets are available. 801 Carteret St. (843) 521-4145 or uscb.edu.
October 29:
Trick or Treat TangerStyle in the courtyard at Tanger Outlet 2, 1-3 p.m. Halloween/Harvest Festival and Trick-or-Treating for children 12 and under. 1414 Fording Island Rd. (843) 837-4339 or tangeroutlet.com.
October 29:
2011 Fight for Air Run/Walk, a 5K Run/Walk to benefit the American Lung Association at the Folly Beach Pier in Charleston, SC. Families, individuals and teams join together to run/walk in memory of those who have lost their battle to lung disease, to support those who are fighting it and to raise awareness of the disease. (843) 556-8451 or lungsc.org.
October 30:
A Festival of Sacred Music to benefit Family Promise of Beaufort County at St. Peters Catholic Church, 3:30 p.m. A Massed Choir from local church choirs with special guests The Gullah Kinfolk, the Low Country Children’s Chorus and the Unitarian Universalist Church of Beaufort Choir organized by the Low Country Chapter American Guild of Organists. 70 Lady’s Island Dr. (888) 840-0152 or lowcountryago.org.
October 30:
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.
