September 1 – 30:
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.
September 1 – 30:
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.
September 1 – 30:
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.
September 1 – 30:
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.
September 1 – 11:
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.
September 2 – October 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. Opening Reception on Sept. 2, 6-8 p.m. 2127 Boundary St. (843) 379-2787 or beaufortcountyarts.com.
September 2 – 4:
Annual Hilton Head Island Celebrity Golf Tournament at the Robert Trent Jones Course in Palmetto Dunes, the Pete Dye Course at Colleton River and the Harbour Town Golf Links in The Sea Pines Resort. Sports, media, comedy, television and film stars are paired with amateur golfers to raise money for local children’s charities. “Greenwood Appreciation Day“ Opening Ceremony emceed by golf journalist/author Jim Huber on Sept. 2. At the Robert Trent Jones Course in Palmetto Dunes.(843) 842-7711 or hhcelebritygolf.com.
September 2 – 3:
Annual Lands End Woodland River Festival: “Celebrating Our Heritage” on St. Helena Island. Old Fashion Fish Fry & DJ on Friday, 5 p.m.-until. Fish or chicken dinners are $10 including sides. All-Day Festival with performers, storytellers, singers, dancers, food, vendors and more on Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Lands End Woodland Beach Dr. (843) 838-4503 or landsendwoodland.org.
September 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27 & 30:
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.
September 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30:
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.
September 2:
“First Friday: Rock the Block Back to School Rally” at Habersham Marketplace, 4-9 p.m. A celebration of wild and wacky activities to kick off the new school year with live music by The Brewer Band and Beaufort’s own DJ Ash Milner, a school supply drive to benefit the Beaufort County School District, an expanded farmer’s market with local and regional growers, arts, crafts, specialty food vendors, brews and more. Free and open to the public. 13 Market. (843) 846-3444 or habershammarketplace.com.
September 3, 10, 17 & 24:
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.
September 5:
Labor Day Program at the Penn Center on St. Helena Island. Music, guest speakers, old fashion ice cream with fried fish dinners for sale. Free and open to the public. 16 Penn Center Circle. (843) 838-2432 or penncenter.com.
September 6, 13, 20 & 27:
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.
September 7, 14, 21 & 28:
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.
September 7:
“Time for Tots: Grandparent‘s Day” 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.
September 8:
Pink Magazine’s Pink Partini at LongHorn Steakhouse in Tanger Outlet Center 1, 5-8 p.m. Food, drinks, music, door prizes and a fashion show by Saks at 7 p.m. TangerStyle Pink 20% off coupons are available for purchase. Proceeds benefit Beaufort‘s Keyserling Cancer Center. (843) 837-5410 or tangeroutlet.com.
September 9:
“Friday Nights Live @ ARTworks: Malia Kaneshige & Generation Gap” in Beaufort Town Center, 8 p.m. A concert of pop, R&B and Blues featuring the teen wonder, Malia Kaneshige, winner of the 2010 Beaufort’s Best Hidden Talent Competition, along with Generation Gap, a 40-year span of musical talents. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased online. 2127 Boundary St. (843) 379-2787 or beaufortcountyarts.com.
September 10:
Beaufort Applebee’s hosts “Riding 4 Wishes” to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of South Carolina. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m.; motorcycles ride out of the Applebee’s parking lot at noon. Cookout, prizes, music and fun with the Wish Kids, Chloe and Kierra, at 5:30 p.m. 2338 Boundary St. (864) 884-7436 or e-mail hpierce@sc.wish.org.
September 10:
“StreetMusic on Paris Avenue: Elise Witt – Global, Local & Handmade Songs” 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.
September 10:
Bluffton Block Party at Buckwalter Place to commemorate the 10th anniversary of 9-11, 12-5 p.m. Music by the Steppin’ Stones, the Blue Dogs, Bluffton’s own John O’Gorman and the Hilton Head Barbershoppers, A Future Soldiers Kids’ Zone and All-American menu. Tickets are $5, proceeds benefit Operation R&R – Hilton Head. (843) 301-1037 or e-mail kimberly@lowcountrybusinesscircle.com.
September 11:
9/11 Commemoration in Waterfront Park, 8:30-11:30 a.m. The City of Beaufort and local Churches will host a September 11 remembrance with a Civic Ceremony, followed at 10:30 a.m. with a 9/11 Service. This is the tenth anniversary of 9/11, and our community is coming together to remember and commemorate the fallen. (843) 525-8500.
September 14 – 18:
2nd Annual Lt. Dan Weekend hosted by the Independence Fund to benefit severely injured veterans in Beaufort. Events include a concert featuring Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park on Saturday night, “The Conflict Zone” photography exhibit, a family 5K through historic downtown and a fully-supported bike ride for veterans. For concert tickets and race registration, visit ltdanweekend.com.
September 14:
The Lowcountry Civil War Roundtable meets in the Bluffton High School Auditorium, 6:45 p.m. “Republic in Peril: The Threat of Foreign Intervention in the Civil War” presentation with Dr. Howard Jones. Guests welcome, admission is $10. 12 H. E. McCracken Circle. (843) 681-1956 or lcwrt.squarespace.com.
September 15 – October 25:
TangerStyle of Pink Campaign at the Tanger Outlets. 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.
September 15 – 18:
International Wheelchair Tennis Championships featuring the world’s top wheelchair players hosted by the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) at the Chaplin Park Tennis Center. Men’s, women’s, quad and junior divisions. Run-Roll Round Robin at Chaplin Park on Sept. 16, 7 p.m. Spectators welcome; volunteers of all ages are needed. (843) 785-7244 or ptrtennis.org.
September 15 – 18:
2011 Mozart in the South Festival presented by Chamber Music Charleston at various locations throughout historic Charleston, SC. A four-day celebration of classical music, from an elegant Chamber Music Gala in one of the city’s most historic homes to a festive outdoor finale at Middleton Plantation. (843) 763-4941 or mozartinthesouth.org.
September 16 – 18:
18th Annual Yemassee Shrimp Festival. Beauty Pageant, Talent Show, Battle of the Shrimp, Pet Show, Kiddie Parade, fireworks, Street Dance, Magic Midway Amusements and much more. 101 Town Circle. (843) 589-2565 or yemassee.net.
September 16:
The Independence Fund – 2nd Annual Lt. Dan Weekend Concert, 8:30-10:30 p.m. Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Free concert ticket for every $20 ($15 Military) donated to this great event to help bring more than 100 wounded veterans and their caregivers to Beaufort for the weekend. Help us bring our community together in a show of support for some of the veterans who “fall through the cracks”. (843) 524-7866 or LDW2.com or independencefund.org.
September 16:
“Friday Nights Live @ ARTworks: Lavon Stevens & Company” in Beaufort Town Center, 8 p.m. An evening of jazz and gospel with this popular and talented Savannah native. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased online. 2127 Boundary St. (843) 379-2787 or beaufortcountyarts.com.
September 17 – 18:
Open House at Bluffton’s Hampton Lake. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sun., 1-4 p.m. Model homes will be available to tour and guests are invited to spend time in the award-winning amenity village and enjoy lunch at Backwater Bill’s, the community’s private, lakefront restaurant. Reservations required for lunch. 98 Fording Island Rd. (843) 836-5253 or hamptonlake.com.
September 17:
Historical Beaufort Foundation – Beaufort’s Tricentennial Parade, 10-11 a.m. Bladen St. to Boundary St. then Carteret St. to Bay St. and back to Bladen St. Grand Marshall, Gary Sinise, CSI major TV drama show in support with the Lt. Dan Band for our severely injured veterans. Showcasing 300 years of challenges and successes creating a parade that is a “One of a Kind”! (843) 379-3331 or historicbeaufort.org or LDW2.com.
September 19:
14th Annual Hilton Head Regional Habitat for Humanity Golf Tournament and Auction sponsored by SunTrust Bank at the Oldfield Golf Club in Okatie, 10 a.m. Traditional Lowcountry dinner and live auction following the tournament. 1 Oldfield Circle.(843) 757-6854, 342-8003 or habitathhi.org.
September 22:
Beaufort County Historical Society’s 2011 Fall Speakers Series at the Beaufort Yacht Club, noon. Joseph McGill discusses the 54th Massachusetts Troops. Free and open to the public; RSVP required for optional light lunch at 11:30 a.m. Meridian Rd. (843) 524-7969 or beaufortcountyhistoricalsociety.org.
September 23:
The Farmer’s Table at the Habersham Marketplace, 6 p.m. A unique supper under the stars featuring a three-course seasonal, collaborative, locally-sourced menu complimented by local wines and handcrafted brews. Proceeds benefit the Lowcountry Food Bank. 13 Market. (843) 747-8146 ext. 105 or habershammarketplace.com.
September 23:
“Friday Nights Live @ ARTworks: The Groovetones” in Beaufort Town Center, 8 p.m. A five-piece jumpin‘ band specializing in 40s and 50s swing, jump, rock n‘ roll and rockabilly. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased online. 2127 Boundary St. (843) 379-2787 or beaufortcountyarts.com.
September 24:
“StreetMusic on Paris Avenue: Boulder Acoustic Society” 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.
September 24:
5th Annual Pedal 4 Kids, a community bike ride to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry, at Hilton Head Island High School, 7:30 a.m. Four different routes for bicyclists of all ages and abilities. Everyone must wear a helmet. Pre-registration required. 70 Wilborn Rd. pedal4kids.com.
September 24:
“Beer & Brats” hosted by the Old Town Bluffton Merchants Society on Calhoun Street, 12-7 p.m. Old Town Bluffton is transformed into a German celebration with bands, German food, beer from around the world, Kidz Play and more. $5 entry fee. (843) 757-6300 or oldtownbluffton.com.
September 24:
“Fighting for Malachi: A Fundraiser For the Medical and Behavioral Rehab of Local Fight Dogs” at Montana’s Grizzly Bar in Bluffton, 8 p.m. A silent auction with proceeds going to the medical care and behavioral rehabilitation of Malachi, a rescued “bait” dog used in a local dog fighting ring. Admission is $10. 16 Kitties Landing Rd. (843) 298-1780 or e-mail artteacher48@hotmail.com.
September 25:
“Art-in-the-Barn” art sale to benefit the Beaufort County Open Land Trust at the Widgeon Point Barn on Lemon Island, 2-5 p.m. Sale of artwork by the Lowcountry Plein Air Society with light refreshments. (843) 521-2175 or openlandtrust.com.
September 26:
“Dinner & A Lecture: Undaunted Valor – Stephen Elliott and the Beaufort Volunteer Artillery” with Ron Roth 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.
September 28 – October 23:
The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina 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.
September 28:
“Lunch With Author Series: Mary Kay Andrews” hosted by USCB at the Colleton River Clubhouse in Bluffton, noon. The NY Times bestselling author discusses her latest book, Summer Rental. Reservations required, series tickets available. (843) 521-4147 or e-mail kingsley@uscb.edu.
September 30 – 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.
September 30:
“Friday Nights Live @ ARTworks: Mahoganee & the Boiz” in Beaufort Town Center, 8 p.m. A bit of Lauryn Hill with a twist of Minnie Ripperton and Janis Joplin, Soul/Funk Diva Mahoganee is a South Carolina born and raised singer/songwriter. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased online. 2127 Boundary St. (843) 379-2787 or beaufortcountyarts.com.
