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“Books Sandwiched In” Celebrates 25 Years

“Books Sandwiched In” Celebrates 25 Years

Posted by | Jan 4, 2011 | | 0

Books Sandwiched In, sponsored by Friends of the Beaufort County Library, returns for the 25th year on January 10, 2011, and continues every Monday through February 28, 2011.  The 8-week program will be held in a different place – USCB Performing Arts Center, 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort, and at a different time – noon to 1 p.m.  Co-Chairs Sherry Hirsch and Gretchen Blickle selected local personalities to review the 8 books that focus on Beaufort and South Carolina in recognition of the 300th anniversary of Beaufort. The program is free and open to everyone.  Attendees are encouraged to bring their lunch or, as an alternative, purchase it from the Outtakes Café take-out table in the Performing Arts Center.  Doors open at 11:30 a.m.

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BCH Students Sweep Photo Awards

BCH Students Sweep Photo Awards

Posted by | Jan 4, 2011 | | 0

The Photography Club of Beaufort is pleased to announce  winners of the 2010 Dale Westcott High School Nature Photography Award.  This annual award is given in memory of Dale Westcott, a Habersham resident who died suddenly in 2005.  Dale was a retired teacher and administrator and avid nature photographer.  Barbara Westcott will award the checks and ribbons at the club meeting on January 10, 2011 at 7pm.  The students, guests and general public are invited to attend and celebrate the accomplishments of these talented students.

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Metamorphosis 2011

Metamorphosis 2011

Posted by | Jan 4, 2011 | | 0

If the ghost of artist Vincent van Gogh came looking for his missing ear, he’d be delighted to find the one fashioned by sculptor Dave Musial for the Art League of Hilton Head’s Golden Ear Award.  Van Gogh, who sliced off his lobe in a fit of madness (or, as yet another story goes, got part of it hacked off in a dust-up with his friend Gauguin) is the inspiration for the Art League’s First Prize in its annual Members’ Show.

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Beaufort, SC – Past, Present and Future

Beaufort, SC – Past, Present and Future

Posted by | Jan 4, 2011 | | 0

Artist Mac Rogers celebrates Beaufort’s 300-year history in painting The Beaufort Art Association is pleased to present the work of featured artist Mac Rogers, whose work will be on display at the BAA Gallery from January 10 through February 19. The title of his exhibition is “Beaufort, SC – Past, Present, and Future:  A Celebration of Our Town’s 300-year History in Painting.”   Beaufort’s 300th birthday is on January 17, 2011, and Mac has attempted to complement the celebration with paintings that illustrate how the city has evolved over the years and even offers a glimpse into the future.

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The African-American Voice

The African-American Voice

Posted by | Jan 4, 2011 | | 0

 Lowcounty residents and visitors will have the opportunity to view works by African-American artists who are among the state’s best-known and widely celebrated practitioners beginning January 20, 2011 in Beaufort.   The African-American Voice exhibition runs through February 28 at the USCB Center for the Arts Gallery, 801 Carteret Street. An opening reception is planned for Thursday, January 20 from 6:00 – 7:30 PM. Ken May, executive director of the South Carolina Arts Commission will be the honored guest at the reception.

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Modern Movement

Modern Movement

Posted by | Dec 22, 2010 | | 0

Famed Parsons Dance company to perform at the Arts Center The New York Times once called famed dancer/choreographer David Parsons, “One of the great movers of modern dance.” Parsons’ influence is evident in his group, Parsons Dance, which brings its contemporary style to the Arts Center at 8 p.m. Jan. 15. “Beaufort County is full of dancers, from young to old,” Kathleen Bateson, Arts Center president and CEO, said. “So we try every year to spotlight a national dance company. I think the community really appreciates having a chance to watch professionals dance up close.” In previous years, the Arts Center has hosted American Ballet Theater, the Dance Theatre of Harlem, MOMIX and Alvin Ailey’s dance troupe, among others. Carrying on in that tradition is Parsons Dance, which, in addition to an annual season at its home in New York City, tours nationally and internationally.

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For the Birds

For the Birds

Posted by | Dec 21, 2010 | | 0

‘Tis the season to help the songbirds Cold snaps like we’ve been having (and will continue to have thru February) put life threatening stress on the birds in your garden.  It’s their most dangerous time of year. Their summer insect food supply is gone and the days are shorter, so they have to work much harder in less time to find food while burning more calories to stay warm.  Plus, an even bigger threat than the lack of food is a lack of water. Our days of daily thunderstorms are long gone and we are surrounded by salt water, which they can’t drink.

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A Resolution for New Year’s Resolutions

A Resolution for New Year’s Resolutions

Posted by | Dec 21, 2010 | | 0

  The New Year is right around the corner and it is time again to dream about the changes you aspire to make in your life.  Be it health, wealth, relationships or lifestyle, each year New Year’s resolutions are set with the greatest of intentions.  Unfortunately, by the middle of February they are often long gone and forgotten. With the right tools, you can be successful in all that you strive to accomplish.  Follow this five step process as a simple guide on how to achieve your dreams.  Make this year the year that you write your novel, train for a marathon or simply spend more time with your spouse.  The act of setting resolutions or goals is free, simple, and in a short amount of time will provide amazing results.

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Marlena Smalls Leads Musical Founders’ Night

Marlena Smalls Leads Musical Founders’ Night

Posted by | Dec 21, 2010 | | 0

Internationally-known performer Marlena Smalls will lead Beaufort’s Tricentennial Founders’ Night kickoff Dec. 31 with “a musical tour through the history of Beaufort” in the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. The event runs from 4:30 to 6 p.m. and culminates with fireworks to set the stage for a yearlong celebration of Beaufort’s 300th birthday. Beaufort was founded in 1711 by the English, although its beginnings date back to Spanish explorers in 1514. Beaufort was named for Englishman Henry Somerset, Duke of Beaufort (1684-1714), one of the Lords Proprietors of Carolina.

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