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Contents January, February, March

FEATURES

Vol. 67 No. 1

wHAt’s in Bloom

Crowd pleAsers

18 Visit Hampton Park for Winter Beauty

5 The Hat Ladies 15th Annual Easter Promenade 7 Lowcountry Oyster Festival

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10 12th Annual Charleston International Antiques Show

34 Historic Fort Moultrie

28 Eat Like a Local

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uniquely CHArleston

12 Drayton Hall 15 Bird Walks at Magnolia Plantation 16 Braise & Brew

40 The Old Citadel

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Arts

36 Southeastern Wildlife Exposition

20 Cooper River Bridge Run 24 68th Annual Spring Festival of Houses and Gardens

wHAt’s Cookin’?

52 Okra Soup

27 Flowertown Festival

IN EVERY ISSUE

32 The Queen of Flowers

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Shopping Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Sightseeing Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Calendars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 55, 57 Downtown Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Area Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Tides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

39 Fun & Free!

42 The Family Circle Cup 54 Charleston Wine + Food Festival 56 Charleston’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

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the hat laDies 15th annual easter ProMenaDe

aPrIL 4, 2015

Once again, the stylish brigade of volunteers who are making a difference, known as The Hat Ladies, will take to the streets of Charleston dressed in their Easter bonnets to wish everyone a “HaTpy Easter!�

Check your local listings or www.hatladies.org for the exact route their elegant stroll will take; 11-11:20 am.

Welcome to

Charleston

Thank you for choosing Historic Charleston as your vacation destination. It’s a wonderful time of year to visit our beautiful city.

A long meandering walk through the city is a perfect way to spend a mild winter afternoon.

Read our “What’s in Bloom” article and plan a walk through Charleston’s Hampton Park for a lovely variety of winter blooms.

Of course, Camellias are the star of the winter garden and all of our local plantations are filled with these gorgeous blooms.

Middleton Place’s Camellia Walks are held every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday starting February 10, and are one of the best ways to see this gorgeous Southern flower.

There are lots of exciting special events this time of year. Whether it’s the Lowcountry Oyster Festival in January, the Southeastern Wildlife Festival in February or the BB&T Wine + Food Festival in March, Charleston always has so much to offer. Please read our “Crowd Pleaser” articles to help you plan which activity you would like to try.

Whether this is your first visit or an annual tradition, Charleston is the perfect spot for a relaxing vacation. Please enjoy our history, delicious food and unique attractions. And, thank you for visiting our city, and we hope to see you again soon! Please visit us on the web, www.charlestongateway.com, and find us on Facebook for insider tips and exclusives! And, Charleston Gateway now has an app for iPhone and Android that gives you our city’s best on the go. Search “Discover Charleston” in the App Store or Google Play.

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Lowcountry Oyster Festival

The Greater Charleston Restaurant Association will be hosting the annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival on Sunday, January 25, 2015, from 10 am-5 pm. Located on the 700+ acre grounds of historic Boone Hall Plantation in Mount Pleasant, the Lowcountry Oyster Festival is the world’s largest oyster festival and has

January 25, 2015 been named one of the “top 20 events in the southeast” by Southeastern Tourism Society.

Tickets are $17.50 in advance and $25 the day of the event, with no fee for children under 10. In an effort to improve the flow of traffic around the event site, everyone is encouraged to do their part and carpool.

Advance tickets may be purchased online at www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com and at all local Visitor Centers

T H E P R E M I E R V I S I TO R G U I D E

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12th Annual Charleston International Antiques Show

Inspired by the rich historical, architectural and cultural heritage of Charleston, the 12th Annual Charleston Antiques Show is a premier destination for collectors and enthusiasts who enjoy seeing and learning about incorporating antiques into modern-day decor.

The Antiques Show is a showcase of English, European, and American period furnishings, decorative arts and fine art, architectural elements, garden furniture, vintage jewelry and silver--all late 17th to 20th centuries.

Founded in 1670, Charleston quickly rose to prominence as the colonies’

March 20-22, 2015 most significant seaport, importing the finest in 18th and 19th century material culture. Today the city’s legacy of Continental, European and Asian influences can still be found in its alluring architecture and decorative arts.

Through the Show’s educational and entertaining special events, collectors have a unique opportunity to purchase and learn more about everything from exquisite furniture and fine art to rare maps, jewelry, posters, prints and quilts.

T h i s y e a r’s e v e n t w i l l b e h e l d M e m m i n g e r Auditorium at 56 Beaufain St.

Tickets to the show or its special events may be purchased by calling 843-722-3405 or visiting www.historiccharleston.org.

Experience Our Finest

AIKEN-RHETT HOUSE MUSEUM, C. 1820 Charleston’s Most Intact Antebellum Mansion

NATHANIEL RUSSELL HOUSE MUSEUM, C. 1808 Charleston’s Grandest Neoclassical House

48 Elizabeth St. • 843.723.1159 • Daily: 10-5pm, Sun: 2-5pm www.historiccharleston.org/Aiken-Rhett

51 Meeting St. • 843.724.8481 • Daily: 10-5pm, Sun: 2-5pm www.historiccharleston.org/Russell

Historic Charleston Foundation works to preserve the historical, architectural, and cultural character of Charleston and the Lowcountry. Visit our historic house museums and experience our mission at work.

Afterward stop by The Shops of Historic Charleston Foundation and peruse our jewelry, gifts, furnishings, home accessories, and the city’s largest bookstore dedicated to local culture, cuisine, gardens, and history.

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68TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL of HOUSES & GARDENS: MARCH 19 - APRIL 19, 2015 Enjoy this rare opportunity to go inside the magnificent private houses and gardens of Charleston.

For tickets and information: visit www.HistoricCharleston.org/Events or call 843-722-3405.

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Photo by Wade Lawerence

Drayton Hall

Circa 1738, Drayton Hall is the oldest unrestored plantation house in America still open to the public and the nation’s earliest example of fully executed Palladian architecture. Never modernized with electric lighting, plumbing or central heating or air conditioning, the main house is unfurnished, allowing the beauty of the architectural details to become the focus for visitors.

Guests will enjoy daily tours and programs, including a professionally guided house tour on the hour; the interactive “Connections: From Africa to America” program presented three times a day; the 18th-century African-American cemetery – one of the oldest documented African-American cemeteries in the nation still in use; an award-winning “Voices of Drayton Hall” historic grounds tour on DVD;

self-paced river and marsh walks and a popular Museum Shop with a collection of signature merchandise inspired by Drayton Hall’s history and architecture.

According to Executive Director, Dr. George W. McDaniel, Drayton Hall is more than a house; it’s a point of introduction to Charleston--to its history, its people, its architecture and its landscape. Charleston was, and still is, a major port city, but for it to be successful, it had to have goods to both export and import, and there’s no better place to be introduced to, and to actually see, those influences of global culture and trade than Drayton Hall.

Two crops, rice and corn, directly influenced Charleston architectural styles. Rice was exported to Europe,

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and this trading led to Palladian and classical architecture being introduced to Drayton Hall and South Carolina.

Corn, while a less important export, is in the design of the plaster ceiling of Drayton Hall’s Ionic drawing room.

It was corn that was the source of agricultural wealth of the Veneto, enabling Venetian nobility to fund the construction of their new Palladian villas. The influence of corn on making Palladian architecture possible is one of many little known historical facts visitors will learn during their visit to Drayton Hall.

Drayton Hall is a National Historic Landmark and a National Trust Historic Site, and is open year round, seven

Photo by Erik Kvalsvik

days a week, except for major holidays. House Tours are given Monday through Saturday on the half hour, beginning at 9:30 am with the last tour beginning at 3:30 pm. Sunday tours begin at 11:30 am with the last tour beginning at 3:30 pm. Visitors wishing to take the house tour should arrive 20 minutes before the start of the tour. Drayton Hall is located at 3380 Ashley River Road, just a short drive from downtown Charleston.

For information on daily programs, admission prices, discounts, focused house tours, family promotions, annual Spirituals Concerts and more, call 843-769-2600 or visit www.draytonhall.org . Â

For more info, call 843-769-2600 or visit www.draytonhall.org

Shopping D I R E C T O R Y Books

The Shops Of Historic Charleston Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Gifts

Classic Charleston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 The Shops Of Historic Charleston Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Home Furnishings & Antiques

Geo. C. Birlant & Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Terrace Oaks Antique Mall . . . . . . . . . 49 The Shops Of Historic Charleston Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Jewelry & Clothing

Classic Charleston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 The Shops Of Historic Charleston

Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Kids on King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Needlework & Crafts

Cabbage Row Shoppe . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 People, Places & Quilts . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 The Village Knittery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Theatre & Entertainment

The Sound Of Charleston . . . . . . . . . . 50 Charleston Performing Arts Center . . . 21

Toys

Kapla Tom’s Toys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Kites Fly’n Hi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Wine Shops & Coffee Shops

Charleston Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Bird Walks at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens

8:30am Every Sunday

Take the short drive to Magnolia Plantation this Sunday for a bird watching walk through beautiful Magnolia Plantation & Gardens.

There are 254 migratory and year round bird species found at Magnolia Plantation, and bird walks are the best way to see as many of these wondrous creatures as possible. Your guide, Perry Nugent, has been actively studying birds for over fifty years, thirty-two

of those years in the Charleston area. Since 1988 he has led the bird walks at Magnolia Plantation.

Bird walks last approximately 2 and 1/2 hours, beginning at 8:30 am every Sunday morning. The cost is $17 per person and includes general Garden and Grounds admission plus one additional day within a week of purchase. Refreshments are served at the end of the walk.

For more info, call 800-367-3517 or visit www.magnoliaplantation.com.

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Middleton Place Restaurant’s 5th Annual Braise & Brew

Saturday, January 24

The Middleton Place Restaurant will celebrate the beers of winter on Saturday, January 24th with the 5th annual Braise & Brew beer dinner at Middleton Place. Braise & Brew is a three hour long feast of braised food expertly prepared by the Middleton Place Restaurant and seasonal brews crafted by Holy City Brewing.

Executive Chef Brandon Buck and his team works closely with the brewery, tasting and discussing fla-

vor profiles before planning a menu designed to maximize the harmony of specific dishes with specific beers.

Braise & Brew will begin at 6 pm, Saturday, January 24th at the Middleton Place Pavilion, located at 4300 Ashley River Road. Tickets are $85 per person and can be purchased at www.MiddletonPlace.org, or by calling 843-556-6020.

For more info, call 843-556-6020 or visit www.MiddletonPlace.org

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Whats inBloom

V ISIT H AMPTON PARK

Winter Beauty

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Hampton Park is one of the City of Charleston’s largest parks. The sixty acre park at 30 Mar y Murray Drive, next to The Citadel, boasts the most extensive floral displays of any park in the city. An old rose collection and seasonal displays are planted and maintained by staff and volunteers.

This neighborhood park has a rich and varied histor y. Once part of a plantation owned by John Gibbes, in the early 1800s it became The Washington Race Course where an

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annual horse race was held that drew thousands. During the last days of the Civil War, the area was used as a prison where hundreds of Union soldiers died. After the Civil War, the City of Charleston acquired the property to be used as a park, naming it after Civil War General, Wade Hampton III. By 1932, the park included a zoo and aviar y. The animals were removed in 1975 and the park became increasingly run down, until an extensive renovation in the 1980s.

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Today, Hampton Park is home to many activities year round. Weddings, family reunions and many Frisbee games are but a few of the diverse activities seen in this park. The physical fitness trail is a popular spot for Citadel students who live next door and this popular public green space is an arboretum of sorts with many interesting species of trees and shrubs that grow in the Lowcountr y. It is one of the few City of Charleston parks with restrooms and on-site parking.

The park’s main water pond feature has a bridge and decorative water fountains. Other amenities include: • Public restrooms • Drinking water • Picnic tables • Playground • Historic features • Gardens • Baseball/softball fields • Water features: ponds • Fre e Wi - Fi In t e r n e t a c c e s s

Call 843-724-7327 for more infor mation about Hampton Park. www.charlestongateway.com

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Cooper River Bridge Run

Saturday, March 28

The 2015 Cooper River Bridge Run will be held on Saturday, March 28th at 8 am. This is the 38th year for the 10K run/walk. A local tradition that stretches back to 1978, this 10K race draws close to 40,000 participants every year. The race promotes continuous physical activity and a healthy lifestyle through education and opportunity.

Each year, the design contest to decide the poster and tee shirt image

receives thousands of entries. This year’s winner is Shea Tighe, who has called Charleston home for the past three years. Trained as a landscape architect, Shea is also passionate about graphic design and photography.

Get fit and have fun at this year’s Cooper River Bridge Run. The Finish Festival at Marion Square promises food, entertainment and fun for everyone.

For more infor mation, or to register, visit www.bridgerun.com, or call 843-856-1949.

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THE MARKET

Charleston’s Historic Market

Charleston Historic Market is one of the area’s must see attractions.

Having survived a tumultuous past, the Market has outlasted tornadoes, hurricanes, a major earthquake and devastation by fires and Civil War bombardment. Over 200 years ago, a wealthy Charleston family willed land to the town of Charleston to be used as a public market, with the stipulation that the property revert to the family if used for any other purpose. To this day, the charming Charleston City Market is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike.

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68th Annual Spring Festival of Houses and Gardens

March 19- April 19, 2015

Experience the intimate charm and elegance found only beyond Charleston’s private garden gates and historic thresholds during Historic Charleston Foundation’s 68th Annual Spring Festival of Houses & Gardens.

Set amid the historic ambience of the city’s Old & Historic District, this series of award-winning tours showcases Charleston’s distinctive architecture, history, gardens and culture. These tours provide a rare opportunity for guests to go inside the private houses and gardens of some of America’s most beautiful historic residences, dating to the 18th century.

Charleston has been renowned for

three centuries as “a city set in a garden.” The Festival is set during the peak of the city’s blooming season, and tours feature seven to ten properties each day in one of eleven neighborhoods, dating from the American colonial period, through the antebellum and Victorian eras, to early 20th century. Beautiful architecture and lush gardens are woven throughout the historic neighborhoods of Charleston, which has consistently been named among the ten most courteous and friendly cities in America.

Exciting special events are planned throughout the Festival. On March 24 and April 3, the Festival Plantation

Picnic and Oyster Roast gives guests the opportunity to experience the unique culinary pleasures of the Carolina Lowcountry at Aiken-Rhett House Museum. The April 3rd event includes an Easter Egg Hunt for the kids. Tickets are $45 for adults and $20 for ages 6-12 and include steamed oysters and other Southern Cuisine, as well as a tour of the house.

Reservations are required.

Cruise the Charleston Harbor on the “Spirit of Carolina” with a local historian on March 31 and April 6 and 10. Cruises are $45 for adults and $20 for ages 6-12. Cruises depart from the Fountain Walk behind the S.C. Aquarium and include hors d’oeuvres, a wine or beer ticket and soft drinks. Reservations are required and passengers must be ready to board at 1:15 pm as the boat leaves promptly at 1:30 pm.

Special musical concerts are one of the most popular special events. On March 23, “Romantic Interlude” will be performed at St. Michael’s Church; on March 27 the “Lowcountry Gospel Celebration will feature the well known Plantation Singers, and the “3rd Annual Bluegrass Jam,” will conclude the concert series on April 8 at Charleston Music Hall.

For more information about these and all of the exciting events planned for Spring Festival of Houses and Gardens, call 843-722-3405 or visit www.historiccharleston.org.

SUMMERVILLE

Summerville Discover

In a world with too many national chain stores and not enough of the independent, mom and pop, boutique stores of days gone by, Summerville, with its small-town values and historic roots, does not disappoint. Only 18 miles from Charleston via I-26 to Exit 199-A or Hwy. 61 past the Gardens, you’ll find the historic village of Summerville.

The “Flowertown in the Pines” offers unique boutiques, ladies & children’s clothing, gifts, toys, restaurants, antiques, fabric, jewelry and much more!

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A NNUAL F LOWERTOWN F ESTIVAL

M a r c h 27-29, 2015

Take the short drive to beautiful Summerville and enjoy the work of more than 200 artists and crafters from all over the country. Each day of the three-day event features live entertainment, a Children’s Jubilee and, of course, fabulous

food! A Taste of Summerville opens one hour after the Festival opens each day, with samples from some of best food the Lowcountry has to offer.

For more information, call 843-871-9622 or visit www. flowertownfestival.org.

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- like a local Our quaint streets, historic homes, beautiful beaches and romantic ambience have made Charleston a favorite for visitors for hundreds of years. But, in the past few years, Charleston has grown in popularity much to the credit of its wide array of fine cuisine. Talented chefs have fused traditional lowcountry dishes with big city style, successfully transforming the dining landscape forever.

Of course, there are many of fine restaurants that tout their well-earned accolades and are recognized nation28

ally and internationally for their food, character and atmosphere. But, we wanted to really dig in and find out where our friends, the locals, like to eat. Some you will find on the glossy pages of national magazines and some you will only learn about from a local. Here are just a few of the favorites they shared with us and we are excited to share them with you!

CharleSTon CraB houSe Charleston Crab House’s original location on James Island right on Wappoo Creek is famous for its she-crab soup, crab legs, the wasabi tuna and

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of course the view! You can come by land or sea- and if you catch your own, you can tie up to the dock and they will prepare it for you. Now, that’s something you can’t find just anywhere! Can’t make it out to James Island? No worries, The Charleston Crab House (or just the Crab House as locals call it) also has a location downtown on Market Street. 145 Wappoo Creek Dr, James Island, 843795-1963. Rooftop Dining Downtown 41 S Market St., 843-853-2900.

BoCCi’S iTalian reSTauranT Just steps from Market Street you can dine like they do in the Old Country.

Bocci’s Italian Restaurant sits at the corner of Church and Cumberland Streets just adjacent to its sister restaurant, Tommy Condon’s Irish Pub & Restaurant (also a favorite for fun Irish music and a pint of Guinness). Bocci’s is an intimate restaurant with Old World appeal. Favorites on the menu include the Tuscan Duck, Traditional Parmesans, Grilled Salmon Insalata, Chicken Picatta and made to order-9 inch thin crust pizzas. Their wine list provides perfect pairings for each dish

and will leave you feeling like you’re in the Mediterranean. For nearly 25 years, Bocci’s has brought fine Italian cuisine to locals and visitors alike. 158 Church Street, 843-720-2121

MaMa kiM’S If you love Japanese Hibachi or traditional Korean dishes, you cannot go wrong with Mama Kim’s. Mama Kim herself is almost always on hand making sure every dish is served to perfection and is always willing to pose for a picture to add to their wall of fame.

Located on King Street, Mama Kim’s provides quick dine-in, take-out and downtown delivery. 349 King Street, 843-577-7177

MiDDleTon plaCe reSTauranT On the grounds of one of Charleston’s most visited plantations is the Middleton Place Restaurant. Set against the backdrop of finely manicured gardens and in the Spring some of the most amazing azaleas you will ever lay eyes on, this restaurant will wow you with its creative cuisine- much of it grown right in their own garden. They are especially known for their Huguenot Torte. A traditional lowcountry des-

sert that finds its roots in Charleston’s Huguenot ancestry, Middleton Place Restaurant’s torte is sure to please.

4300 Ashley River Road, 843-5566020

Dixie Supply Bakery & Café With its unassuming store front, tucked away just off Market Street, this gem of a restaurant is not to be overlooked. Named one of the best places to eat breakfast in the Southeast by Southern Living magazine and featured on the Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives, Dixie Café is one of the best hidden secrets in the

Holy City. They are famous for their Tomato Pie and unusual creations like their Duck Confit BLT- you will always come away being wowed. Be sure to come early, they’re only open 8am – 2:30 and you don’t want to miss this unique experience. 62 State Street, 843-722-5650.

The Macintosh If you’re in the mood for something a bit more upscale, locals love The Macintosh! Chef Jeremiah Bacon has created a plethora of elegant homegrown cuisine. Locally grown and sourced

ingredients are used in most every dish including some of these favorites: Pecorino Truffle Fries, Pork Osso Bucco or for Sunday Brunch their Biscuits and Sausage Gravy. 479B King Street. 843-789-4299.

Hominy Grill Close to the Medical University of SC, sits this true lowcountry original.

Dine indoors or out on dishes served up as they say, “just like Grandma used to make.” Grilled Eggplant & Herbed Goat Cheese Sandwich, Fried Green Tomatoes and of course Shrimp & Grits are just a few of the favored choices on their unique menu. A Charleston Tradition, you’ll find Hominy Grill at 207 Rutledge Avenue. 843-937-0930.

The Rarebit Located on Upper King, the Rarebit boasts a cozy and hip atmosphere that will make you want to visit again and again. Some say they serve the best drinks in Charleston and others rave about their Chicken & Waffles. Either way, you can’t go wrong wandering a ways up King Street for this one of a kind treat. 474 King Street, 843-974-5483.

39 Rue de Jean Just steps from the Visitor Center on John Street, you’ll find one of Charleston’s finest French restaurants, 39 Rue de Jean. You’ll feel transported to a Paris eatery as you step across the tile floor to your cozy table. The courteous servers will leave you a carafe of water and then you’ll open the menu to find the best French cuisine this side of the Atlantic.

Many of the menu items change from week to week so you will always find something new with each visit. 39 John Street.

843-722-8881

Wild Olive Along the ancient, Spanish moss draped Oaks of James Island, you’ll find this fantastic family style Italian Restaurant. They are focused on simple and comforting Italian fare using ingredients sourced from Lowcountry farmers and growers. Friendly staff, a community table and fun atmosphere make this a place locals love to visit over and over again. You’ll find this treasured jewel on the road to Kiawah at 2867 Maybank Hwy. 843-737-4177

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The of Flowers

ExperienceWinter’s Beauty with Camellia Walks at Middleton Place TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS, FEBRUARY 10-MARCH 21, 2015

Camellias, a southern landscape favorite, show off a blaze of color throughout the winter months.

Middleton family history holds that in the year 1786, French botanist Andrè Michaux, gave the Middletons some of the first camellias to be planted in an American garden. Today, Middleton Place has over 3,500 camellias, many over 220 years old, including one of the four original Michaux plants, which is known at Middleton Place as the Reine des Fleur or Queen of Flowers.

Blooming during the depths of winter, the fragile beauty of camellias enhance the Middleton Place Gardens with thousands of blossoms, from pristine white to all shades of red and pink. Guests may learn about this magnificent plant and thousands more on a Camellia Walk, held every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday beginning February 10th and continuing through March 21st. The camellia-focused guided Garden tours will begin at 11 am at the Garden Market & Nursery and last approximately an hour and a half.

New in 2015, the season kicks off with a weekend full of events celebrating the camellia. On Saturday, February 7th, Master Gardener and Middleton Place VP of Horticulture Sidney Frazier will lead a workshop discussing the plant, from propagation to care. The workshop will begin at 1 pm in the Middleton Place Garden Market and Nursery followed by a special Camellia Walk. On Sunday, February 8th, a celebration of camellias will begin with a special Camellia Walk at 2 pm followed by a lecture

by Jan MacDougal, a Middleton

Place garden guide and Master Gardener, and reception in the Middleton Place Pavilion.

Come see the flower that has captured the hearts of Southern gardeners for generations. Camellia Walks, the Camellia Workshop and Camellia Lecture are free with paid admission to Middleton Place, but reservations are required.

For reservations, call 843-556-6020 or visit www.middletonplace.org.

HISTORIC FORT MOULTRIE PROTECTING OUR SHORES SINCE 1776

Cobblestones of the Past Located on Sullivan’s Island, FortMoultrie, a landmark of the American Revolution, withstood the fire of nine British warships on June 28, 1776, returning fire with cannon shots that swept the decks of enemy vessels. The unfinished palmetto log walls of the fort did not shatter, rather they absorbed the cannon fire much like a sponge absorbs water, and after nine long hours, British ships were forced to retire. Led by the brave Colonel William Moultrie, the fort was later named in his honor, and the flag of the fort, blue with a white crescent, was adopted as the South Carolina flag – with the addition of a palmetto tree.

The original structure was replaced in 1798, but was destroyed by a hurricane in 1804.

Work on the present structure was completed in 1809. Held by the United States Army for the next fifty years, the fort served as a prison for the great Seminole chief Osceola. He died there and is buried just outside the gate.

Other prominent 19th century individuals who spent time as soldiers at Fort Moultrie included General William Tecumseh Sherman and the noted writer, Edgar Allen Poe. Evacuated by U.S. troops on December 26, 1860, Fort Moultrie was quickly occupied by Southern forces. Confederate gunners here fired on Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861, and the fort was one of the few points around the harbor that received return fire from Sumter. Confederate engineers covered the old brick walls

with massive embankments of sand. This proved to be a good tactic when Fort Moultrie, along with nearby Fort Sumter, was bombarded for 20 straight months by Union forces. Unlike Fort Sumter, which was wrecked by the bombardment, Fort Moultrie remains in excellent condition today.

The fort remained an important U.S. military post until the end of World War II and was modernized with each new generation. Today it preserves an array of fortifications ranging from the original brick walls of the 1809 fort to concrete batteries and observation posts used through World War II. Part of Fort Sumter National Monument, Fort Moultrie is the only unit in the National Park system

where the entire 190 year history of the United States’ military's coastal defense efforts can be explored.

The Fort Moultrie Unit, including the visitor center, historic fort and parking area, is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. It is located at 1214 Middle Street on Sullivan's Island and is accessible by car.

Visitors can not reach Fort Sumter from Fort Moultrie. It is accessible by a concession-operated ferry or by private boat, departing from Patriot’s Point in Mount Pleasant and from Liberty Square in downtown Charleston.

For more infor mation about Fort Moultrie, call 843-883-3123 or visit www.nps.gov/fosu.

Spotlight on the Arts

Southeastern Wildlife Exposition

Now in its 32nd year, the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) is the largest wildlife art and nature event in the nation, attracting 35,000-40,000 attendees annually. Along with 2015 Featured Painter, Grant Hacking, hundreds of artists will have their work on display.

Twelve Days of Christmas is a new exhibit at SEWE 2015 featuring original art by Jason Tako. The exhibit features twelve paintings each illustrating one of the days from the classic Christmas

February 13-15, 2015 carol.Tako is a longtime SEWE favorite and was chosen for this exhibit because of his broad range of subject matter and his appealing blend of impressionism and realism. This unique exhibit will be on display throughout the weekend in Charleston Place Hotel.

An exciting addition to SEWE 2015, Richard Wiese, host Born to Explore™ with Richard Wiese, an Emmy Award winning travel and adventure program on ABC, will bring his stories to life at the Charleston Music Hall. Wiese

is a world-class explorer, Emmy-winning producer, respected field scientist, author and youngest recipient of the 100-year-old Explorer’s Club. Wiese has circled the globe, capturing images and living one adventure after another since a young age. He will share his love of adventure with SEWE audiences at two shows – one on Friday, Feb 14th and one on Saturday, Feb 15th. Seating is first-come, first-served.

attendees can bid on the works. Back for a second year is the special event “Duets and Quartets.” Two painters will paint an original oil painting while two sculptors create a piece of sculpture out of plaster and clay – all to the background of the Charleston Symphony Orchestra Quartet. An auction will follow. This will take place on Saturday, February 14th, at 2pm at Charleston Place in the ballroom

Watch SEWE artists create original pieces live during the Quick Draw/ Speed Sculpt on Friday, February

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, longtime SEWE favorite, will introduce the wonders of the natural ecosystems and give SEWE attendees an up-close look at alligators, bobcats, foxes, birds of prey, snakes and much more. Busch Wildlife will have four shows throughout SEWE

13th at Charleston Place. Working in their designated exhibit space, each participating artist will have just one hour to create a piece from start to finish. A live auction will take place after where

weekend at Charleston Music Hall.

Also at the Charleston Music Hall, Jim and Jaime Dutcher will return with their popular “Living with Wolves� presentation, the remarkable story of the six years they spent researching wolves in the wilderness of Idaho. A general admission ticket gets you into see all live performances at the Charleston Music Hall, seating is first-come, first serve.

One of the most educational and entertaining shows during SEWE, the Center for Birds of Prey will be conducting free flight demonstrations at Marion Square. See amazing flight demos up-close by a variety of raptors including falcons, eagles, owls and hawks and learn about the important role they play in our eco-system.

Day tickets are $10-$20 per day, $40 for a three-day pass, and children 10 and under are free with a ticketed adult.

SEWE provides free shuttle service between venues during show hours with a ticket or badge. For more information, visit www.sewe.com or call 843-723-1748.

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Fun & Free!

Alhambra Hall Park in Mount Pleasant offers a great view of Charleston and shows why she is known as the “Holy City.”

Angel Oak, said to be the oldest living tree east of the Mississippi, is on Johns Island.

Antiquing on King Street can be a wonderful education.

Charleston’s beaches: Sullivan’s Island and Isle of Palms are east of the Cooper River; Folly Beach is west of the Ashley River.

Charleston’s Visitor Center – Historic building with all the information you could ever want on Charleston and outlying areas Charles Pinckney National Historic Site in Mount Pleasant Citadel Dress Parades – Mid Sept. through Apr. on Fridays, usually at 3:45 pm Shem Creek Park: Just off Coleman Blvd in Mt. Pleasant -- Watch the shrimp boats on Shem Creek and the beautiful view of the marsh and Charleston Harbor Farmers Market – Saturdays in Marion Square (Mar. Dec.) and Tuesdays in Mount Pleasant on Coleman Blvd.

Fort Moultrie Visitor Center on Sullivan’s Island – 190 years of U.S. seacoast defense Four Corners of Law at Broad & Meeting: • St. Michael’s Episcopal Church (God) • U.S. Post Office (Federal) • Charleston County Court House (County) • City Hall (City) Gateway Walk – Start at St. John’s Lutheran on Archdale Street, walk to King and Meeting Streets, cross and end in Circular Congregational and St. Philip’s Churchyards Historic Charleston Foundation – Preservation Center on Meeting Street Memorial Waterfront Park, Hallman Blvd, Mt Pleasant -- pier, playground and visitor center Tour the art galleries in the French Quarter Enjoy Waterfront Park – Swings, fishing, watching regattas Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center – Liberty Square next to the S.C. Aquarium

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Uniquely Charleston

the

old citadel

Strolling historic King Street near the corner of Calhoun Street, you’ll come upon a majestic green space known as Marion Square. This park is frequented by local College of Charleston students studying or just looking to catch some rays. Professionals and families picnic around the park and dog owners find a wonderful space to walk their canine friends. Towering over the scene you’ll spy a distinctive castle-like building that piques the interest of nearly every passerby.

Today it is the Embassy Suites hotel, but this enchanting structure holds a much more historic and significant past. This building is the original home of The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina.

Today, The Citadel sits much further north on the peninsula adjacent to the Ashley River, but its buildings and grounds still echo the architectural influence of its former home.

The original building was built in the 1820s as a result of the unsuccess-

ful Denmark Vesey slave uprising.

Vesey was a former slave who had purchased his freedom. He and his followers planned to kill slaveholders in Charleston, liberate the slaves, and sail to Haiti for refuge. Word of the plan was leaked, and city officials had a militia arrest the plot’s leaders and many suspected followers in June before the rising could begin.

Not one white person was killed or injured. Vesey and five slaves were among the first group of men rapidly judged guilty by the secret proceedings of a city-appointed Court and condemned to death; they were executed by hanging on July 2, 1822.

After the Vesey insurrection, the SC Legislature decided to build a “fortified arsenal” and staff it with 150 men “to act as a Municipal Guard for the Protection of the City of Charleston and its Vicinity” - thus the Citadel was born but known then as The Arsenal. The Arsenal was formally converted into the South Carolina

Military Academy in 1842. Many Citadel alumni fought in the Civil War. Cadets remained at the school throughout the war but were often ordered by the governor to support the Confederacy in the drilling of recruits, manufacturing of ammunition, and guarding Union prisoners.

Union Troops occupied The Citadel between 1865 and 1882. It reopened its doors as a military college in 1882 and remained there until they moved to their current location in 1922. The Citadel turned the building over to Charleston County who in turn used it for County offices for many years before selling it to developers. The Embassy Suites

opened its doors to guests in the early 1990s and quickly became a favorite among Charleston visitors.

You can take a stroll through this historic building yourself and walk in the footsteps of the original Citadel Cadets on the preserved hard wood floors and archways. Artifacts such as bullets, buttons, books and more items found during the renovation are on display in the lobby. Charleston is known for her historic homes and streets and the Old Citadel is another gem in her crown that is preservation.

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The Family Circle Cup

April 4-12, 2015 The 2015 Family Circle Cup will be held April 4-12 at the Family Circle Tennis Center on Daniel Island. 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.

Since 1973, the Family Circle Cup has been a pioneer in women’s professional sports, creating milestones that over the years have directly influenced the popularity of women’s professional tennis. The Family Circle Cup, A WTA Premier Event, has a roster of past champions that include some the biggest names in the history of women’s tennis including Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova, Tracy Austin,

Steffi Graf, Gabriela Sabatini, Martina Hingis, Jennifer Capriati, Venus Williams, Justine Henin, Serena Williams and Carolina Wozniacki.

As one of the hottest tickets in professional sports, the Family Circle Cup is more than just a tennis tournament it’s a festival with some world-class tennis thrown in. During the week, fans are entertained with a variety of activities aimed at making their week on Daniel Island a memorable one.

It’s an action packed nine days filled with high-level tennis and a host of other activities that have been created for all age groups from children to senior citizens.

For tickets or more infor mation, call 843-856-7900 or visit www.familycirclecup.com.

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MOUNT PLEASANT/ISLE OF PALMS VISITOR CENTER 99 Harry M. Hallman Jr. Blvd. Open 9am-5pm daily. 843-849-9172.

SUMMERVILLE VISITOR CENTER 402 N. Main St. (Hwy. 17A). 843-8738535. www.visitsummerville.com.

TOURS & ATTRACTIONS CAROLINA QUEEN RIVERBOAT CRUISES Come aboard the Carolina Queen, Charleston’s only authentic river boat for a fun filled afternoon or evening. The Queen is Charleston Harbor’s newest vessel, and she specializes in special events and private charters. Wednesday night Murder Mystery Cruises, Craft Beer Cruises throughout the summer and fall, Sunday Brunch Cruises and Holiday

Cruises. Please visit our website www.charlestonharbortours.com or call 843-722-1112 for information.

CHARLESTON’S BEST TOURS, LLC Get Spooked with us on our nighttime walking ghost tour as featured in AAA Magazine! Our theme is only welldocumented ghost stories led by career guides! Reservations required. Call 843-819-4565. Times vary seasonally and depart from The Griffon Tavern, 18 Vendue Range. Adults $15 with $5 coupon. Children 7-12 $10, 6& Under free.

CHARLESTON GHOST & DUNGEON WALKING TOUR/ BULLDOG TOURS This is the tour filmed for The Travel Channel’s America’s Most Haunted Places!

Explore the streets, alleyways, cemeteries, churches, and pre-revolutionary dungeon! 1 1/2 hour walking tour, nightly at 7 & 9pm. Resv. required. $2 off each adult w/ad. Credit cards accepted. 18 Anson St. 9am-10pm. 843-722-8687.

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CHARLESTON GHOST & GRAVEYARD WALKING TOUR/ Bulldog Tours An exclusive opportunity to walk inside the gates of one of Charleston’s oldest graveyards after dark. When all the other tours are looking in, you’ll be on the inside. 1 1/2 hour walking tour, nightly at 7:30 & 9:30pm. Resv. required. $2 off each adult w/ad. Credit cards accepted. 18 Anson St. 843-722-8687.

Charleston Harbor Tours - Aboard the Carolina Belle Enjoy a live-narrated “Harbor of History Tour” aboard the Carolina Belle. You’ll see 75 points of interest including Ft. Sumter, Ravenel Bridge, the “Battery,” Patriots Point and the “Holy City” skyline. This non-stop tour departs daily at 11:30, 1:30, and 3:30, Feb-Nov. Tickets and departure from Charleston Maritime Center, 10 Wharfside St. 843-722-1112 (DS, MC, V). Book online at www.

charlestonharbortours.com or 800-979-3370. Local 843-722-1112.

Available for private charter.

Charleston Strolls Walk with history Featured in the New York Times, this two hour walking tour is the best way to see the historic district. Enjoy famous landmarks, antebellum mansions, quaint alleys, & hidden gardens. $20 per adult, 7-12 $10. Daily, 10am. Departs from Mills House Hotel (corner of Meeting & Queen). Resv. 843-766-2080.

THE DARK SIDE OF CHARLESTON WALKING TOUR/ Bulldog Tours An uncensored look – full of corruption, crime, torture, scandal, and sordid affairs. Charleston’s only uncensored tour. Adults only. 1 1/2 hr. walking tour, nightly at 8 & 10pm. Resv. required. $2 off each adult w/ad. Credit cards accepted. 18 Anson St. 843-722-8687.

HAUNTED JAIL TOUR/ BULLDOG TOURS Tour the Old City Jail, which housed some of Charleston’s most infamous criminals, 19th c. pirates & Civil War prisoners. 45 min. tour. 18 Anson St. Resv. required. $2 off each adult w/ad.

7, 8, 9, & 10pm nightly. Credit cards accepted. 843-722-8687.

NATURE ADVENTURES KAYAK, CANOE & HIKING OUTFITTERS The area’s oldest & Most respected guide service. Families welcome! See dolphin & pelicans by kayak! Master Naturalist & Certified Kayak instructors. Kayaks or canoes. Rentals or Tours! 843568-3222 or 800-673-0679. www. natureadventuresoutfitters.com or www. kayakcharlestonsc.com PALMETTO CARRIAGE WORKS The oldest carriage company in the city, our tour guides have been driving carriages longer than anyone else. We offer free parking at our front door, an easy loading platform and 100% satisfaction guarantee. Experience value, and a guarantee! Come tour with us!

843-723-8145. www.palmettocarriage.com.

SCHOONER PRIDE  CHARLESTON’S TALL SHIP Marvel at the Holy City’s unique skyline as we sail by the forts, going where history was made. Listen to the wind filling the sails, see dolphins frolicking, and watch magnificent colors of a Low country sunset. Sail aboard the “Pride” for an afternoon Dolphin Sail or a Sunset Sail – a unique experience! Book online at www.schoonerpride.com or call 800-979-3370 or 843-722-1112.

Available for private charter.

SOUTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM With more to explore every day, visit Charleston’s #1 family attraction! Get up close to sharks, river otters, loggerhead turtles, a rare albino alligator and Atlantic stingrays. Don’t miss daily dive shows and interactive activities. Open daily. www.scaquarium.org. 843-720-1990.

HISTORIC BUILDINGS & MUSEUMS THE CHARLESTON MUSEUM John & Meeting Sts. America’s Oldest Museum, 1773. SC social & natural history. Mon.-Sat. 9-5, Sun. 1-5. Adults $10, Children 3-12 $5. Under 3 free.

Combo museum & house tickets available: 1 site $10, 2 sites $16, 3 sites $22.

THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF THE LOWCOUNTRY 25 Ann St. Downtown. Nine interactive exhibits, including a two-story Medieval

Kids on King

Charleston’s Finest Children’s Clothes & Toys 195 1/2 King St. • 843.720.8647

Castle, a pirate ship and a dedicated Art Room, allow your children to explore the arts, sciences and humanities through their own hands-on experiences.

Weekly classes expose children to the arts, movement and foreign languages (walkins welcome!). Admission: $10 per person over 12 months old, $8 for SC Residents.

Tu-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun, 12-5pm; closed Mon. 843-854-8962. www.explorecml. org.

CONFEDERATE MUSEUM The building Market Hall houses over 2,000 genuine relics that were donated

by Confederate Veterans themselves who started the Confederate Museum.

The collection is owned by Charleston Chapter #4, United Daughters of the Confederacy and operated by the chapter members. Corner of Meeting & Market Streets. Tues-Sat. 11am-3:30pm.

Closed Holidays. Jan. & Feb.: Th-Sat. Adults: $5, Children 6-12: $3. Under 6: Free. P.O. Box 20997, Charleston, SC 29413-0997, 843-723-1541.

THE MARKET Corner of Meeting & Market Streets.

Originally constructed in 1804, the magnificent main arcade has withstood the ravages of two tornados, the earthquake and fire of 1835, and the fierce bombardments of the Civil War and Hurricane Hugo. Home of the Confederate Museum.

HISTORIC HOMES AIKEN-RHETT HOUSE Historic Charleston Foundation.

48 Elizabeth St. Circa 1820. Virtually unaltered since the 1850s. Former home of Gov. & Mrs. William Aiken, Jr. Adults $10, 6-16 $5, 5 & under free.

843-723-1159.

CALHOUN MANSION 16 Meeting St. The largest privately owned home in Charleston. 1876. As featured on A&E’s America’s Castles, this remarkable 24,000 sq ft private residence and its formal gardens are open daily. Tours every 30 minutes between 11am and 4:30pm. $16 per person. 843-722-8205.

EDMONDSTON-ALSTON HOUSE 21 East Battery. Circa 1828. Gracious example of early 19th c. elegance, style and comfort. Tues.-Sat. 10am-4:30pm, Sun. & Mon. 1:30-4:30pm. Combo tickets available with Middleton Place Plantation. 843-722-7171.

HEYWARD-WASHINGTON HOUSE 87 Church St. Built in 1772. George Washington’s temporary residence during his Southern Tour of 1791. $10/adult, $5/child 3-12, under 3 free. Combo tickets available. 843-722-2996.

JOSEPH MANIGAULT HOUSE 350 Meeting St. Built in 1803. Premier example of Adam-style or Federal architecture. Captures the lifestyle of a wealthy, rice-planting family. $10/adult, $5/child 3-12, under 3 free. Combo tickets available. 843-722-2996.

MIDDLETON PLACE HOUSE MUSEUM Built in 1755, the House Museum interprets four generations of Middleton Family, with extraordinary family furniture, silver, porcelain, rare books and portraits on display. Birthplace of a signer of the Declaration of Independence, Middleton Place and the Middletons played an important role in American history. The property has miraculously remained under the same family stewardship for some 320 years, and today, successfully preserves history for visitors to enjoy. $16/Adults. Admission to Middleton Place Gardens required.

4300 Ashley River Road. 843-556-6020. www.middletonplace.org NATHANIEL RUSSELL HOUSE Historic Charleston Foundation. 51 Meeting St. Adam-style mansion built between 1803 & 1808. Noted for its free-flying staircase. Adults $10, 6-16 $5, 5 & under free. 843-724-8481.

from the west end of the park.

KIAWAH BEACHWALKER PARK, located on the west end of Kiawah Island, offers ocean frontage and a river walk with the only public beach access on beautiful Kiawah Island.

ISLE OF PALMS COUNTY PARK Restrooms, outdoor showers, dressing rooms, boardwalks, picnic area, seasonal snack bar, seasonal chair and umbrella rentals. Lifeguards seasonally. July-Labor

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An exquisite selection of needlepoint canvases, fibers and accessories.

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Voted #1 Antique Mall in Charleston

PLANTATIONS, PARKS & GARDENS DRAYTON HALL A masterpiece of Georgian Palladian architecture. Circa 1738. Only plantation house on Ashley River that survived the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. A National Trust Historic site. Open daily.

843-769-2600. www.draytonhall.org.

FOLLY BEACH COUNTY PARK located on the west end of the island, situated between the Atlantic Ocean and Folly River. Skimmer Flats, a major Eastern Brown Pelican rookery, is visible

Mon-Sat 10-5:30 • 843-795-9689 2037 Maybank (Hwy. 700) One mile from Folly Rd.

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JAMES ISLAND COUNTY PARK 871 Riverland Dr. Picnic sites, shelters, fishing dock, trails, bike & pedal boat rentals, climbing wall, RV campground, 10 furnished cottages, off-leash dog park.

Adm. $1 per person. July-Labor Day 8am-8pm, Sept. 8am-sunset daily. 843795-PARK. www.ccprc.com.

MAGNOLIA PLANTATION & GARDENS Hwy. 61, 10 miles NW of Chas. Listed in National Register of Historic Places.

Petting zoo, mini-horses, Biblical Garden, picnic area, plantation house & Audubon Swamp Garden. 843-571-1266. www.magnoliaplantation.com.

MIDDLETON PLACE Ashley River Rd. (Hwy. 61). 14 mi.

NW of Chas. A National Historic Landmark. 18th c. elegance in America’s oldest landscaped gardens. Restaurant, Museum Shop, Garden Market & Nursery.

843-556-6020. 800-782-3608. www.middletonplace.org.

NORTH CHARLESTON WANNAMAKER COUNTY PARK 8888 University Blvd. (Hwy. 78). Picnic sites, shelters, trails, playground, bike, kayak & pedal boat rentals, off-leash dog park. Adm. $1 per person. July-Labor Day 8am-8pm, Sept. 8am-sunset daily.

843-572-7275. www.ccprc.com.

THEATRES & ENTERTAINMENT CHARLESTON PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Charleston Performing Arts Center is South Carolina’s only performing arts conservatory and premier cabaret theatre providing year-round quality entertainment with lavish productions and Broadway talent! We produce

From Gospel to Gershwin Experience the sounds that define Charleston’s history – gospel, Gershwin, jazz, music of the Civil War & more

Live concerts at Circular Congregational Church 150 Meeting Street at 7 pm January 16 and 24 February 11 and 27 March 4, 11, 19, 23, 25, 30 Adults $28 Seniors $26 • Students $16 Children 12 & under are Free

Box Office: 843.270.4903

Tickets at Charleston Area Visitor Centers www.soundofcharleston.com

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More than just stories.

As seen in Our expert ghost guides reveal the dark history behind Charleston’s most Magazine spine-chilling tales!

See Photographic Evidence! Tour Times: Discover Hidden Alleys!

5:00 pm & Experience Moonlight Tales! 7:00 pm & Reservations Required Limited Group Sizes

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original musicals, music revues, and cabaret concerts…Bridging Charleston to Broadway! Located at 873 Folly Rd (4 miles from downtown). Call (843) 9915582 or visit us online at www.CharlestonPerformingArts.org DOCK STREET THEATRE 135 Church St. Opened Feb. 12, 1736.

First building in America designed solely for theatrical use. Twice burned & rebuilt. 843-720-3968.

THE SOUND OF CHARLESTON “From Gospel to Gershwin” Live concerts featuring music that defines Charleston’s history – gospel, Gershwin, Civil War campsongs, jazz, light classics & more, at Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting St. Adults $28, Seniors $26, Students $16, 12 & under are free. See dates in calendar or call 843-270-4903.

Tickets at area Visitor Centers or online at www.soundofcharleston.com.

The Largest Privately Owned House Museum & Decorative Arts Collection in Charleston When it was built in 1876, the Charleston News and Courier called it “the handsomest and most complete private residence in the south.” It still is – 24,000 sq. ft. Italianate home and stunning formal gardens – open daily. As seen in Architectural Digest, American Castles, Forbes, HGTV, the Wall Street Journal, Art and Antiques Magazine, the mini-series North and South, Scarlett and The Notebook.

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Whats Cooking

chaRleStoN oKRa SoUP During the cooler winter months, a pot of soup is what’s on the menu for many traditional Charleston cooks. Here’s a tried and true recipe to add to your collection.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 large beef bone (plenty of meat) • 2 medium onions (chopped) • 3 pounds okra chopped fine • 3 quarts water • 1 piece breakfast bacon • 8 large fresh peeled tomatoes or 2 cans tomatoes (7 cups) • Salt and pepper, bay leaf Cook meat in water, slowly, for two hours. Add okra, bacon, tomatoes, bay leaf, onions, salt and pepper to taste. Let cook for another two hours; add more water, if needed. Hot rice and buttered cornsticks are a tasty accompaniment.

Mrs. Daniel E. Huger (Louise Chisolm) Charleston Receipts

2-31 Carolina Seas, exhibit at S.C. Aquarium, daily, 843-720-1990, www.scaquarium.org.

2-31 You’ll Regret the Day You Ever Done It, Civil War exhibit, Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St., 843- 722-2996, www.charlestonmuseum.org.

2-12/31 Secessionists, Soldiers and Slaves: The Middleton & Alston families’ Civil War, exhibit at Middleton Place, & Edmundton-Alson House, 843-556-6020, 843722-7171 or visit www.middletonplace.org.

4-25 Bird Walk, every Sunday, 8:30-11am, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, 843-571-1266, www.magnoliaplantation.com.

13-14 Music for String Quartet, House Concert Series, Chamber Music Charleston, 843-763-4941, www.chambermusiccharleston.org.

14-17 Charleston Comedy Festival, check for venues, 843-853-6687, www.charlestoncomedyfestival.com.

16,24 The Sound of Charleston, live music from Gospel to Gershwin, 7 pm, Circular Congregational Church, $28, seniors $26, children free, 843-270-4903 or www.soundofcharleston.com.

16-25 Moonlight and Magnolias, Flowertown Players, 133 S. Main St., Summerville, 843-875-9251, www.flowertownplayers.org.

16-25 Stingrays Hockey, North Charleston Coliseum, 843-744-2248, www.stingrayshockey.com.

20 MLK Federal Holiday Parade, 10 am, King St. www.ywca-charlestonsc.org.

23-24 Tribute to the Beatles, with Charleston Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 both evenings, Sottile Theatre, 843-571-7755, 23-25 Anne of Green Gables, Charleston Stage Co., Dock Street Theatre, 843-5777183, www.charlestonstage.com.

23-25 Charleston Boat Show, North Charleston Convention Center, 843-364-8491, www.thecharlestonboatshow.com.

23,24, Whose Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Footlight Players, 20 Queen St., 29-31 843-722-4487, www.footlightplayers.net.

16,22,1 Inspector NoClue’s Murder Mystery, The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre, 24,31 164 Church St., 843-937-6453, www.charlestonmysteries.com.

24 Annual Braise & Brew Event, Beer Dinner & Pairing 6-9 pm, Middleton Place, www.middletonplace.org, 556-6020.

25 Lowcountry Oyster Festival, Boone Hall Plantation, 843-805-3084, www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com

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2015 BB&T Charleston Wine + Food Festival

March 4-8, 2015

Food and wine connoisseurs can enlighten both their palates and senses during the BB&T Charleston Wine + Food Festival, a non-profit organization that celebrates the food culture of Charleston. Discover the distinctive flavors of the Lowcountry and uniquely Charleston experiences while interacting with and learning from the country’s best chefs, authors and beverage professionals. With over 80 events over the course of the Festival weekend, there is truly something for every person and every taste!

Truly the heart of the BB&T Wine + Food Festival, The Culinary Village Marion Square will be buzzing with activity all weekend long. Over 80 food, wine and spirit stations―serving samples of products from across the country―are blended together at this Festival hot spot.

Round off the Festival weekend with “Toasted”, The Festival Finale, celebrating the event’s tenth anniversary.

Held at the foot of the Ravenel Bridge, guests can raise a glass of bubbly or brew while enjoying live music and delicious Southern food.

For more information, call 843-722-9998, or email info@charlestonwineandfood.com. To purchase tickets, visit www.charlestonwineandfood.com.

1-22 Bird Walk, every Sunday, 8:30-11am, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, 843-571-1266, www.magnoliaplantation.com.

1-28 Albino Alligator! S.C. Aquarium, daily, 843-720-1990, www.scaquarium.org.

1-28 From Slavery to Freedom: The Magnolia Cabin Project Tour, $8 in addition to garden admission, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, 843-571-1266, www.magnoliaplantation.com.

1-28 Kidstory, hands-on exhibit at Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St., 843-722-2996, www.charlestonmuseum.org.

1-12/31 Secessionists, Soldiers and Slaves: The Middleton & Alston families’ Civil War, exhibit at Middleton Place, & Edmundton-Alson House, 843-556-6020, 843-722-7171 or visit www.middletonplace.org.

5-7 Whose Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Footlight Players, 20 Queen St., 843-722-4487, www.footlightplayers.net.

10-3/21 Camellia Walks at Middleton Place, Guided tours, Tues., Thurs., Sat., 11am, reservations 843-556-6020, www.middletonplace.org.

8-22 Stingrays Hockey, North Charleston Coliseum, 843-744-2248, www.stingrayshockey.com.

9 Charleston Music Fest, Intimate Chamber Music, 7:30 pm, Simons Center Recital Center, College of Charleston, 843-953-6575, www.cofc.edu.

11,27 The Sound of Charleston, live music from Gospel to Gershwin, 7 pm, Circular Congregational Church, $28, seniors $26, children free, 843-270-4903 or www.soundofcharleston.com.

13-15 Southeastern Wildlife Expo, www.sewe.com, 843-723-1748.

13-3/1 The Diary of Anne Frank, Charleston Stage Co., Dock Street Theatre, 843-577-7183, www.charlestonstage.com.

19-21 Brahm’s 4th Symphony, Charleston Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 pm, Sottile Theatre 843-571-7755, www.charlestonsymphony.org.

19-3/7 Charlotte’s Web, Crabpot Players, 1137 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, 888-303-0763, www.crabpotplayers.com.

27-281 Bus Stop, Footlight Players, 20 Queen St., 843-722-4487, www.footlightplayers.net.

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Charleston’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

March 17, 2015

Whether you are of Irish decent/ancestry or no, plan to “don the green” and attend Charleston’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on Saturday, March 17, beginning at 8 am and continuing throughout the day. The festivities will include a St. Patrick’s Day Parade on King Street, an Irish flag-raising at Charleston City Hall, Irish luncheons/meals at Charleston’s Irish pubs and more. Come and be “Irish for a day.”

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Bird Walk, every Sunday, 8:30-11am, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, 843-5711266, www.magnoliaplantation.com.

1-31

The Salt Marsh Aviary: Up Close and Personal! S.C. Aquarium, daily, 843-720-1990, www.scaquarium.org.

1-31

Lowcountry History Hall, Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St., 843- 7222996, www.charlestonmuseum.org.

1-5/27 3-21

Wine Strolls, Wednesdays, 6-8 pm, Middleton Place, $20 online, $25 at the door, 843-556-6020, www.middletonplace.org.

Middleton Place Camellia Walks, Guided Tours, Tues., Thurs., Sat., 11am, Middleton Place, reservations 843-556-6020, www.middletonplace.org.

4-8

BB&T Charleston Wine + Food Festival, Marion Square and other venues, 843722-5547, www.charlestonwineandfood.com.

4, 11, 19, 23, 25

The Sound of Charleston, live music from Gospel to Gershwin, 7 pm, Circular Congregational Church, $28, seniors $26, children free, 843-270-4903 or www. soundofcharleston.com.

5-15

Bus Stop, Footlight Players, 20 Queen St., 843-722-4487, www.footlightplayers. net.

6-22

The Underpants, Charleston Stage Co., Dock Street Theatre, 843-577-7183, www.charlestonstage.com.

9-12

Kiawah Island Resort National Pro-Am, 843-768-2860, www.kiawahresort.com.

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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, All day celebration, starts at 8 am, Downtown Charleston, 843-556-3578, www.stpatrickparade.org.

17-21

Charleston Fashion Week, various events, 843-971-9811, www.charlestonmag.com.

19-21

Charleston Symphony Orchestra, Debussy’s La Mer, 7:30 pm each night, Sottile Theatre, 843-571-7755, www.charlestonsymphony.org.

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68th Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens, A different tour each day, 843-722-3405, www.historiccharleston.org.

Charleston Antiques Show, Memminger Auditorium, 843-723-1623, www. historiccharleston.org.

The Cooper River Bridge Run, 843-856-1949, www.bridgerun.com.

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Offstreet Parking One-way Streets Public Restrooms Visitor Center 375 Meeting Steet 843-853-8000

CARTA Downtown Area Shuttle (DASH) Aquarium/College of Charleston Meeting/King Lockwood/Calhoun CARTA DASH Stops

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MISCELLANEOUS The Battery Charleston Place The Citadel City Marina College of Charleston Fort Sumter Center & Tour Dock Joe Riley Park Marion Square Maritime Center & Docks Medical University of South Carolina South Carolina Aquarium Washington Park Water Taxi to Patriots Point Waterfront Park

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11:05 11:57 12:00 12:47 1:31 2:13 2:53 3:31 4:10 4:50 5:34 6:23 7:18 8:19 9:21 10:21 11:17 12:10 12:13 1:06 1:58 2:50 3:43 4:37 5:34 6:35 7:38 8:43 9:46 10:44 11:37

11:10

4:42 5:35 6:23 7:08 7:49 8:28 9:05 9:42 10:18 10:55 11:35 12:16 1:06 2:02 3:01 3:59 4:56 5:50 6:42 7:33 8:23 9:13 10:03 10:55 11:49 12:16 1:17 2:20 3:23 4:22 5:15

5:04 5:56 6:44 7:28 8:11 8:51 9:31 10:09 10:49 11:30

1:00 1:50 2:39 3:27 4:17 5:08 6:01 6:57 7:55 8:55 9:54 10:49 11:40

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FEBRUARY

HIGH

A.M.

12:46 1:30 2:12 2:51 3:28 4:04 4:39 5:14 5:53 6:38 7:28 8:25 9:24 10:22 11:19

CHARTS

12:19 1:10 8:25 3:05 4:05 5:02 5:57 6:51 7:43 8:35 9:27 10:21 11:17 12:46 1:46 2:47 3:47 4:44 5:36

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LOW A.M.

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HIGH P.M.

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A.M.

P.M.

12:24 6:03 6:24 12:27 1:07 6:47 7:08 1:10 1:46 7:27 7:48 1:51 2:23 8:04 8:27 2:30 2:57 8:40 9:04 3:07 3:29 9:14 9:39 3:44 4:01 9:47 10:13 4:21 4:34 10:20 10:48 5:02 5:10 10:55 11:27 5:47 5:53 11:36 6:39 6:43 12:13 12:25 7:39 7:42 1:09 1:21 8:43 8:47 2:13 2:25 9:47 9:53 3:19 3:30 10:48 10:55 4:24 4:34 11:44 11:54 5:24 5:35 12:36 6:20 6:31 12:50 1:27 7:13 7:26 1:43 2:16 8:04 8:18 2:36 3:05 8:54 9:11 3:29 3:53 9:44 10:03 4:22 4:43 10:35 10:57 5:17 5:35 11:28 11:52 6:15 6:29 12:23 7:15 7:27 12:51 1:21 8:18 8:28 1:52 2:22 9:20 9:28 2:54 3:23 10:18 10:25 3:53 4:20

LOW

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

HIGH P.M.

A.M.

P.M.

11:10 11:17 11:56 12:05 12:37 12:48 1:16 1:28 1:51 2:07 1:51 2:44 2:55 4:27 4:57 5:00 5:37 5:37 6:21 6:20 7:11 7:11 8:09 8:11 9:13 9:19 10:18 10:29 11:20 11:35 12:17 12:37 1:11 1:34 2:02 2:29 2:52 3:21 3:40 4:13 4:29 5:05 5:18 5:58 6:08 6:53 7:01 7:49 7:58 8:49 8:58 9:48 9:58 10:44 10:56 11:34 11:49 12:20

4:48 5:36 6:20 7:00 7:37 7:37 8:46 10:18 10:50 11:25 12:05 12:35 1:30 2:36 3:46 4:55 5:58 6:57 7:51 8:43 9:34 10:23 11:14 12:05 12:26 1:22 2:19 3:18 4:16 5:10 5:59

5:12 6:00 6:43 7:24 8:02 8:02 9:11 10:42 11:14 11:50 12:53 1:50 2:56 4:05 5:12 6:14 7:13 8:06 9:00 9:52 10:42 11:34 12:59 1:56 2:55 3:54 4:50 5:43 6:30

The times listed represent the predicted peak of high and low tides at Folly Beach.

Tides are calculated by NOAA, National Ocean Service.

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MOUNT PLEASANT CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Lowcountry Oyster Festival / January 25 BB&T Charleston Wine + Food Festival / March 4-8 ArtFest / March 14 Bridge Run / March 28 For more information on these and other events visit comeonovermp.com