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"... as I sit at my desk in the breakfast nook, where I’ve been writing this column for over 25 years, I’m contemplating...
12/03/2025

"... as I sit at my desk in the breakfast nook, where I’ve been writing this column for over 25 years, I’m contemplating how a split second on the last day of August – a freak fall in the hallway – radically changed my family’s story forever. I’m thinking about fate, coincidence, synchronicity and the like. I’m wondering what to make of those concepts... "

I’m starting this column the weekend before Thanksgiving. I may end up finishing it the weekend after. Who knows? These days, I write in fits and starts – s ...

The Lowcountry Wind Symphony (LWS), under the direction of Donald F. Jemella, is pleased to announce an unprecedented pr...
12/03/2025

The Lowcountry Wind Symphony (LWS), under the direction of Donald F. Jemella, is pleased to announce an unprecedented program – the commissioning of a groundbreaking new work by world-renowned composer Stephen Melillo, The Hope of Humanity. Prior to the premiere of this powerful piece during LWS’s February performances, the public is invited to become a part of its creation.

The Lowcountry Wind Symphony (LWS), under the direction of Donald F. Jemella, is pleased to announce an unprecedented program - the commissioning of a groun ...

It's always fascinating to see what writer/energy worker Sutty Suddeth has on his mind...
12/03/2025

It's always fascinating to see what writer/energy worker Sutty Suddeth has on his mind...

“Ignorance is the parent of fear.” –Melville Winston Churchill once talked about the truth having a “bodyguard of lies.” I believe he was referring to the i ...

The Conroy Center will host an afternoon book signing with two local writers and Reiki practitioners, Susan Stone (The M...
12/03/2025

The Conroy Center will host an afternoon book signing with two local writers and Reiki practitioners, Susan Stone (The Magical Nature of Humans) and Ifetayo J. White (Reiki Heart and Soul) on Saturday, December 13, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Conroy Center, 601 Bladen St. Free and open to the public, the afternoon will include a brief discussion between the authors, with books available for sale and signing. No advance registration required; drop-in guests welcome.

Susan Stone The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center will host an afternoon book signing with two local writers, Susan Stone (The Magical Nature of Humans) ...

The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center’s monthly Open Mic Night is an opportunity to hear original works read by local...
12/03/2025

The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center’s monthly Open Mic Night is an opportunity to hear original works read by local writers in many genres, from poetry to prose, culminating in an extended closing reading by an accomplished featured guest author. The final Open Mic Night of the year will be held at the Conroy Center (601 Bladen St.) on Thursday, December 11, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. December’s featured author will be poet and College of Charleston professor Emily Rosko, author of Weather Inventions.

Emily Rosko The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center's monthly Open Mic Night is an opportunity to hear original works read by local writers in many ge ...

And just like that, Freedman Arts District’s 2026 Chalk It Up is going to be the biggest yet! Already, more than three ...
12/03/2025

And just like that, Freedman Arts District’s 2026 Chalk It Up is going to be the biggest yet! Already, more than three dozen chalk artists from around the country have signed up to create amazing chalk art at Beaufort’s most colorful festival, March 27-29, 2026.

And just like that, Freedman Arts District’s 2026 Chalk It Up is going to be the biggest yet! Already, more than three dozen chalk artists from around the ...

Did you know the original lyrics are "Deck the HALL" – not HALLS? Just one of many things you'll learn in this column ab...
12/03/2025

Did you know the original lyrics are "Deck the HALL" – not HALLS? Just one of many things you'll learn in this column about holiday greenery by Master Gardener Wendy Hilty.

And why do we deck the hall with boughs of holly? Why are Poinsettias special to South Carolina? Why is mistletoe not sold or used in homes anymore? These d ...

Debbi's working on the menu for her annual Christmas party... and yours.
12/03/2025

Debbi's working on the menu for her annual Christmas party... and yours.

It’s party time! Christmas soirees are in full swing and dining room tables are laden with tasty holiday appetizers and sweet treats. Have you planned your ...

Writer Luke Frazier says falling leaves are lucky... if you catch them before they hit the ground.
12/03/2025

Writer Luke Frazier says falling leaves are lucky... if you catch them before they hit the ground.

I’m a big fan of group brainstorming and free association and curious mental twists. In a certain mood I can even vibe with Rorschach tests and games that i ...

A 9-foot menorah will light up Waterfront Park to celebrate the first night of Chanukah. Brought to you by Chabad Greate...
12/03/2025

A 9-foot menorah will light up Waterfront Park to celebrate the first night of Chanukah. Brought to you by Chabad Greater Hilton Head...

Chanukah menorah at Shelter Cove Chabad Greater Hilton Head will light a 9-foot public Chanukah menorah at the waterfront in downtown Beaufort, on Sunday De ...

A Holiday Read-Aloud is coming to the Port Royal Farmers Market, courtesy of DAYLO and the Pat Conroy Literary Center...
12/03/2025

A Holiday Read-Aloud is coming to the Port Royal Farmers Market, courtesy of DAYLO and the Pat Conroy Literary Center...

DAYLO students The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center, in partnership with the DAYLO student book club, will hold a holiday-themed community read-aloud, o ...

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