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"...another successful conference and event. The food, the service, and the facilities, as always, were outstanding; and the conference attendees not only found the meeting to be very productive but enjoyed your City of Charleston."

Frank L. Schooler
Vice President
Southern Gas Ass.

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Charleston Calendar of Events

January 2008

A Wonderful Wedding® Will Host The Bridal Expo
01/06/2008
This is your special invitation to the most unique bridal show of the year!

Flowertown Players Proudly Presents The Have Nots
01/10/2008
The Have Nots! will do a one-night only performance. Immediately following the show, a meet-the-cast reception will be held in the rehearsal hall.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's McCrady's Charleston Pops – Italianissimo
01/12/2008
Celebrate the music of Italy! From Neapolitan songs and opera arias to gypsy, tango and music from the Italian cinema

International Piano Series - Volodymyr Vynnytsky
01/15/2008
The School of the Arts at the College of Charleston announces the 18th season of the International Piano Series.

Spotlighting American Veterans Left Behind
01/15/2008
Televised City Rally To Spark Public Awareness Of Veterans Crisis

The Charleston Comedy Festival
01/16/2008 - 01/19/2008
Celebrating our 5th year of making you laugh!

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Ginn Resorts Masterworks – Shining Souls
01/19/2008
Acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Biegel joins us for “Rach 3,” one of the most difficult, yet romantic, piano concertos ever written.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Martin Luther King Jr. – In His Own Words
01/20/2008
The combined forces of the CSO Chorus and CSO Gospel Choir will bring new life to Dr. King’s message of freedom.

Chamber Music Charleston Concert Schedule
01/21/2008
The 2007-2008 concert season presents a wide variety of chamber music performances in some of the most historic venues throughout Charleston.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Benefitfocus Backstage Pass at the Sottile – Louise
01/25/2008
The CSO’s newest series brings innovative music in a fast-paced, fun environment.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Family Concert How to Build an Orchestra
01/26/2008
Let the CSO introduce you to each family of instruments as everyone learns together How to Build and Orchestra.

The Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival
01/27/2008
Imagine.....65,000 pounds of oysters. Activities on the main stage include: the "Oyster Shucking Contest", the "Oyster Eating Contest" and local live entertainment.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's String Quartet Recital at the Gibbes
01/27/2008

The Preservation Society of Charleston 2008 Annual Membership Meeting and 54th Carolopolis / Pro Merito Awards Program
01/31/2008
The Carolopolis Awards recognize achievement in exterior preservation, restoration, rehabilitation, and new construction in Charleston.

Clothes to Dye For: Color Explosion at the Charleston Museum!
05/18/2007 - 04/18/2008
All the colors of the spectrum will be visible in an original Charleston Museum textile exhibition.

Family Circle Tennis Center Debuts Redesigned Junior Tennis Programs
08/18/2007 - 05/31/2008
Beginning the week of August 20th, the Tennis Center will debut its uniquely redesigned grassroots Junior Tennis Program open to children ages 3 - 18 in all skill levels.

Charleston Stage's 30th Annversary
09/05/2007 - 04/26/2008
Come enjoy several classical productions on the Charleston Stage.

Charleston Concert Association 2007-2008 season
10/01/2007 - 04/17/2008
This year we have a wonderful series of events that will transport audiences from Russia to Canada to Germany, with stateside stops in between.

Late Night Fridays On Broad
10/05/2007 - 01/04/2008
Broad Street is home to the largest number of unique galleries in Charleston, featuring one-of-a-kind artwork, pottery and sculpture from all over the world.

SC Aquarium's Structured School Program
10/15/2007 - 03/31/2008
The 2007-08 program will offer area schools a free fun-filled, Standards-based field trip to the Aquarium.

South Carolina Stingrays
10/20/2007 - 04/01/2008
Season Schedule

Holiday Festival of Lights
11/09/2007 - 01/01/2008
With over 600 displays located throughout the park, the Holiday Festival of Lights is a magical sight to see!

Fish Restaurant Offers Guests A Dynamic Duo With The New “2 For $22” Promotion
11/15/2007 - 01/30/2008
Perfect solution for an inexpensive, delicious night on the town. Two starters and two wine pairings for $22.

Charleston's Winter Dockage Special is Back!
12/01/2007 - 03/31/2008
Charleston's Winter Dockage Special is Back!

The Charleston Museum - Children's Events - Dec - Feb
12/01/2007 - 02/28/2008
What can be better than having fun while you're learning? Stained glass, ice age animals, sweetgrass baskets, and sonic sound... check it out!

Adult Tennis Programs
12/01/2007 - 01/30/2008
The Family Circle Tennis Center offers a comprehensive tennis program for adults at all skill levels.

Mount Pleasant Rec Department January 2008 Events and Programs Calendar
01/01/2008 - 01/30/2008
MPRD has events for all ages from Holiday Drama with Miss K to Senior Bowling and Brunch. You'll be sure to find something exciting!

Middleton Outdoor Center Offers Cypress Swamp Tours
01/05/2008 - 01/26/2008
Start the New Year off right with a great paddling trip! January 2008 will be the return of Blackwater season!

"Best of Broadway"
01/15/2008
01/16/2008
"Hairspray", "Cats", "Gypsy", "Evita", "Movin' Out"

Chix with Stix Teal Tour, Break The Silence
01/18/2008 - 01/20/2008
Champion women players and national celebrities competing in the game of Billiards to raise awareness, support and funding for Ovarian Cancer research .

February 2008

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Ginn Resorts Masterworks – Stark Landscapes
02/02/2008
Experience the splendor and triumph of Sibelius’ monumental Symphony No.5.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Brass Quintet Recital
02/03/2008

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's McCrady's Charleston Pops – Dukes of Dixieland
02/09/2008
The Big Easy comes to Charleston for one special night!

Youth Orchestra of the Lowcountry Side-By-Side with the Charleston Symphony Orchestra
02/10/2008
Enjoy this unique opportunity to hear youth combine with experience.

International Piano Series - Paolo André Gualdi
02/12/2008
The School of the Arts at the College of Charleston announces the 18th season of the International Piano Series.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Out of the Box with Jay Clifford
02/14/2008
Take your Valentine to hear singer and songwriter Jay Clifford in this unique collaboration with CSO musicians.

Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
02/15/2008 - 02/17/2008
Charleston goes wild in a celebration of the beautiful world of nature. A 3-day celebration hosting the world's foremost experts in wildlife and nature art, as well as conservation research and environmental education.

Chamber Music Charleston Concert Schedule
02/17/2008
02/24/2008
The 2007-2008 concert season presents a wide variety of chamber music performances in some of the most historic venues throughout Charleston.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Ginn Resorts Masterworks – Rites, Rituals & Romance
02/23/2008
Get swept away in the whirlwind of Ravel’s romantic ballet and the passion of Salome’s sensual dance.

BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival
02/28/2008 - 03/02/2008
The Festival captures the true essence of the Lowcountry by showcasing unique recipes and traditions in a variety of venues and events.

Clothes to Dye For: Color Explosion at the Charleston Museum!
05/18/2007 - 04/18/2008
All the colors of the spectrum will be visible in an original Charleston Museum textile exhibition.

Charleston Stage's 30th Annversary
09/05/2007 - 04/26/2008
Come enjoy several classical productions on the Charleston Stage.

SC Aquarium's Structured School Program
10/15/2007 - 03/31/2008
The 2007-08 program will offer area schools a free fun-filled, Standards-based field trip to the Aquarium.

South Carolina Stingrays
10/20/2007 - 04/01/2008
Season Schedule

Charleston's Winter Dockage Special is Back!
12/01/2007 - 03/31/2008
Charleston's Winter Dockage Special is Back!

Camellia Walks
02/05/2008 - 03/29/2008
Special guided tours focus on Camellias throughout the original gardens as well as the "new" camellia garden of the 1950's.

"Best of Broadway"
02/05/2008
02/06/2008
"Hairspray", "Cats", "Gypsy", "Evita", "Movin' Out"

18th Annual Southern Comfort Lowcountry Blues Bash
02/08/2008 - 02/17/2008
10 Days, 18 Venues, 45 Artists, 80 Shows Plus Three Open All-Star Blues Jams

March 2008

BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival
02/28/2008 - 03/02/2008
The Festival captures the true essence of the Lowcountry by showcasing unique recipes and traditions in a variety of venues and events.

MUSC College of Medicine 21st Annual Charity Ball
03/01/2008
Black tie optional event, including a silent auction, open bar, heavy hors d'oeuvres and entertainment provided by Permanent Vacation.

(SoCon) Southern Conference Men's & Women's Basketball Championships at North Charleston Coliseum
03/06/2008 - 03/10/2008
The Southern Conference returns to Charleston for the 2008 Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships.

First Fridays: Art in Charleston
03/07/2008
First Fridays { First Friday of every month}..Participating Galleries, Boutiques and Bodegas on Gallery Row, Historic Broad Street will feature demonstrations, entertainment, food and wine tastings from 5 to 7 PM.

61st Annual Spring Festival of Houses and Gardens
03/13/2008 - 04/12/2008
The Festival will showcase six decades of the historic city's accomplishments as a national leader in preservation.

2008 Charleston International Antiques Show
03/14/2008 - 03/16/2008
Experience first-hand some of the nation’s most impressive antiques!

Festival Run
03/15/2008
Practice for the Cooper Bridge Run and run in one of the prettiest races in the Lowcountry!

Camp Carolina Exhibit Opens
03/15/2008
Grab your gear and prepare for an outdoor adventure! You will want to come back for s'more!

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Family Concert - Music that Moves Us…Really!
03/15/2008
There is musical movement all around us. Bees are buzzing, horses are galloping, and boats are sailing.

Chamber Music Charleston Concert Schedule
03/16/2008 - 03/17/2008
The 2007-2008 concert season presents a wide variety of chamber music performances in some of the most historic venues throughout Charleston.

Easter Eggstravaganza
03/22/2008
It wouldn't be Easter without an egg hunt, and what better place to look for them than in America 's oldest landscaped gardens

73rd Annual Walking Tour of Private Houses & Gardens
03/28/2008 - 03/29/2008
The tour will include some of Charleston's finest homes and gardens in the Historic District.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Ginn Resorts Masterworks – Visions Cinematique
03/29/2008
Enter Berlioz’s world where the boundaries of reality and hallucination are blurred and a lover’s passionate fixation drives him to delirium.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's String Quartet Recital at the Gibbes
03/30/2008

Clothes to Dye For: Color Explosion at the Charleston Museum!
05/18/2007 - 04/18/2008
All the colors of the spectrum will be visible in an original Charleston Museum textile exhibition.

Charleston Stage's 30th Annversary
09/05/2007 - 04/26/2008
Come enjoy several classical productions on the Charleston Stage.

SC Aquarium's Structured School Program
10/15/2007 - 03/31/2008
The 2007-08 program will offer area schools a free fun-filled, Standards-based field trip to the Aquarium.

South Carolina Stingrays
10/20/2007 - 04/01/2008
Season Schedule

Charleston's Winter Dockage Special is Back!
12/01/2007 - 03/31/2008
Charleston's Winter Dockage Special is Back!

Camellia Walks
02/05/2008 - 03/29/2008
Special guided tours focus on Camellias throughout the original gardens as well as the "new" camellia garden of the 1950's.

Charleston Saint Patrick's Day Celebration
03/13/2008 - 03/15/2008
Irish Variety Show, Saint Patrick's Day Mass, and Saint Patrick's Day Parade.

Charleston Fashion Week
03/25/2008 - 03/29/2008
Charleston magazine presents the second annual Charleston Fashion Week, a five-night celebration of fashion.

61st Annual Spring Festival of Houses and Gardens
03/13/2008 - 04/12/2008
The Festival will showcase six decades of the historic city's accomplishments as a national leader in preservation.

36th Annual Summerville Flowertown Festival
04/04/2008 - 04/06/2008
Put some Spring in your step by visiting this award-winning Festival.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Benefitfocus Backstage Pass at the Sottile – Ash
04/04/2008
This performance includes works by Sallinen, Dvorak and Grieg

31st Annual Cooper River Bridge Run
04/05/2008
The Cooper River Bridge Run provides a world-class 10-K foot race. The race promotes continuous physical activity and a healthy lifestyle through education and opportunity.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Woodwind Quintet Recital
04/06/2008

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Out of the Box – Silent Film Contest
04/10/2008
The winning silent films from this annual competition will be shown on the big screen as the CSO provides live accompaniment.

The Family Circle Cup
04/12/2008 - 04/20/2008
Every spring, the City of Charleston and Daniel Island serves as a backdrop to one of the richest and most traditional events in women's professional tennis.

Ashley Hall Tour of Homes and Gardens
04/12/2008
This tour offers a rare glimpse of some architecturally unique private dwellings and gardens.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's McCrady's Charleston Pops – Abba Tribute
04/12/2008
ABBA hits such as Dancing Queen, Mama Mia and Waterloo.

Chamber Music Charleston Concert Schedule
04/13/2008
04/27/2008
04/28/2008
The 2007-2008 concert season presents a wide variety of chamber music performances in some of the most historic venues throughout Charleston.

International Piano Series - Jorge Luis Prats
04/15/2008
The School of the Arts at the College of Charleston announces the 18th season of the International Piano Series.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Ginn Resorts Masterworks – Candide
04/19/2008
Enjoy this enormously popular comic operetta based on Voltaire’s 1759 novella.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Benefitfocus Backstage Pass at the Sottile – The Tender Land
04/25/2008
Enjoy this complete performance of Copland’s pivotal opera, The Tender Land.

Sheep and Wool Days
04/26/2008
04/27/2008
See sheep dogs herding and sheep being sheared and bathed. Artisans will be dyeing, spinning, weaving and knitting with wool.

Clothes to Dye For: Color Explosion at the Charleston Museum!
05/18/2007 - 04/18/2008
All the colors of the spectrum will be visible in an original Charleston Museum textile exhibition.

Charleston Stage's 30th Annversary
09/05/2007 - 04/26/2008
Come enjoy several classical productions on the Charleston Stage.

South Carolina Stingrays
10/20/2007 - 04/01/2008
Season Schedule

Step Up for Clean Air & Healthy Lungs
04/10/2008 - 04/13/2008
Are You Up For The Challenge? 55 Stories – 1,210 steps – 1 Sweet Elevator Ride Down.

Charleston In-Water Boat Show
04/17/2008 - 04/20/2008
Power and sailboats, boating accessories and services, boat tours, local food vendors, games for kids, and daily entertainment

Charleston Race Week
04/17/2008 - 04/20/2008
Enjoy racing and southern hospitality during Charleston Race Week with fabulous parties and great racing in the harbor and offshore.

April 2008