Author: Margaret Evans

Fire & Ice

The music on the Sunday, March 17, 5 pm USCB Chamber Music Concert follows an arc that stretches from relaxation, through darkness, amiability, intensity, virtuosity, passion and brilliance. Four performers, in four different ensemble combinations, will bring a rich slice of compelling chamber music to life.

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Lunch & Learn About Gardening

Beaufort’s own original series, ‘Lunch and Learn’ is back.  This spring series of classes, lectures and workshops, presented in the Gazebo at the Port Royal Farmers’ Market, has educated and entertained novice and experienced gardeners for the past nine years. Learn about gardening in this unique climate from local professionals and Master Gardeners. 

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Union Troops to Occupy the Beaufort Arsenal

Beaufort History Museum will present its fourth annual Living History Encampment on Saturday, March 9, 2019 from 9 am – 5 pm in the Arsenal courtyard. Re-enactors coming to Beaufort from several states will portray Union troops from the Department of the South who were garrisoned in the Lowcountry and occupied the Beaufort Arsenal during the Civil War.

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UpCycled Art Auction Features Billy Wilkie

Lady’s Island artist Billy Wilkie has been selected as the featured artist for the Third UpCycled Art Auction to benefit LowCountry Habitat For Humanity. Mr. Wilkie is known for his whimsical birds and Lowcountry scenes in acrylics and watercolors which can be seen locally at the Red Piano Too Galleryon Saint Helena Island.

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The Art Market at Historic Honey Horn 

The Art Market at Historic Honey Horn, a juried fine art and craft festivalis scheduled for Saturday, April 28 and Sunday, April 28.  Ninety accomplished artists from the region and from across the country will be on site for our 17thannual Market.

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On ‘Green Book’ and Good Intentions 

By Margaret Evans, EditorWe didn’t watch the Oscars this year.              Some people love to brag about how they “haven’t watched the Oscars in ages” and “couldn’t care less about Hollywood.” We are not those people. We care about Hollywood. And we always watch the Oscars. But this year, the Academy Awards coincided with the Beaufort International Film Festival Awards, where Jeff and I were both presenters. We set up our TV to record the Oscars – planned to hunker down and watch the next night – but, alas, technology failed us. 

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Holy Mackerel, What’s That Smell?

My wife’s not too smart; I told her our kids were spoiled . . . she said, “Lots of kids smell that way.” – Rodney DangerfieldAn idealist is one who, on noticing that a rose smells better than a cabbage, conclues that it will also make better soup.” – H.L. Mencken

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Help Name This Trail! 

It has been more than six years since the first mile of the Spanish Moss Trail was developed – and now with 10 miles of the Trail being enjoyed by more than 40,000 people a year, the Friends of the Spanish Moss Trail (FSMT) have their sights on a new project that promises to be one of the most visible and scenic recreational experiences in Beaufort. 

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Calling All Singers! 

The Lowcountry Chorale, a mixed-voice community of singers, has begun preparation for its upcoming season. The Chorale has been singing as a group since the spring of 1997, with continuous performances twice a year.  

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A Feast for the Ears, Eyes, and Palate 

When you come to Fripp Island on Sunday, February 24 to hear Sandra Wright Shen’s piano artistry, stay for the complimentary catered reception featuring Harold Merrill’s delicious hors d’oeuvres and meet the internationally celebrated artist, you will have a multi-sensory experience, I assure you.

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