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New breed of pirate roams harbor Captain Howie Weil (center) and guests. BY PRIOLEAU ALEXANDER Special to the Moultrie News There’s a storm brewing on the Mount Pleasant side of the harbor, and it’s not just the cool winds of spring blowing. A rivalry has begun between two harbor tour captains, and the question is, “Can Mount Pleasant serve as home to both without cutlasses slashing and cannon fire crashing?” First there’s Captain Howie Weil, an old salt in the charter business, having
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Captain Prioleau Alexander operated Adventure Harbor Tours since 2009. Next there’s the upstart, Prioleau Alexander, who launched his business Your Call Private Harbor Tours last year. The primary difference between their offerings? “Howie’s tours are more relaxing,” says Alexander. “You’ll be asleep in five minutes.” “Prioleau’s tours are great exercise,” counters Weil. “You’ll throw yourself overboard and swim for shore.”
The captains share quite a bit in common: Both went to Porter-Gaud School, both are married without kids, both trace their Charleston pedigrees back to first generation settlers and both disagree with everything the other says. “Howie’s family got here in 1719,” says Alexander. “If you weren’t here before 1700, you may as well be from Detroit.” “He’s a French Huguenot,” replies Weil. “Do you trust a Frenchman to captain a boat?” Both men worked a number of whitecollar jobs before deciding it was time to take the leap into professional chartering. They received their captain licenses by attending Sea School, an in-depth course that tests students on their knowledge of national and international maritime regulations, navigation and piloting, maneuvering and boat handling, safety and emergency procedures and meteorology and oceanography. Both men seem to recall their instructor advising them their score was the highest in the history of licensing. One unique aspect of both tours is that guests are allowed to bring not only their own stocked coolers, but their dogs. Alexander and Weil are both dog lovers — Alexander has three and Weil has two — and understand a dog owner’s desire to bring Fido along. It also ensures visitors to the area don’t leave their dog in the car during the tour. As tourism continues to grow in the Charleston area, repeat visitors are seeking new ways to see the city they’ve come to love. Offerings now include eco-tours and private water tours like those offered by Alexander and Weil. Large vessel harbor tours have been a part of Charleston harbor since Fort Sumter Tours began their service in 1961, but recent years have seen a rise in luxury accommodations, and with them wealthy visitors who seek experiences with little regard for the cost. Private tours of every variety are now a cottage industry within the tourism industry. One of Captain Weil’s most popular tours offers transportation to Morris Island, where guests sun themselves, picnic and search for sharks’ teeth. With advance notice, Weil offers private excursions. Alexander’s niche is
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100 percent private tours, where the party charters the boat for a half-day and has the boat to themselves. “My clients wouldn’t be caught dead on Morris Island,” says Alexander. “They wouldn’t need to be caught dead,” replies Weil. “If Prioleau’s their captain, they’d probably be found dead.” Captain Weil’s Adventure Harbor Tours operates out of the Charleston Harbor Resort Marina, while Captain Alexander operates primarily out of Shem Creek. Both men rely heavily on their experiences growing up in Charleston to educate their guests on a “holistic” understanding of the area and its recent history. They both witnessed the transition of Mount Pleasant from a rural town to a center of business, retail and tourism. As youngsters, they marveled at a Shem Creek that was shrimp boats and one restaurant (The Trawler). Johnnie Dodds Blvd was called “The Bypass,” and boasted a total of one Exxon and one 7-11. Creekside was considered “out in the country” and people moving to Snee Farm were considered eccentrics, fleeing civilization. The older of the two, Alexander, watched from Sullivan’s Island as the Yorktown was towed into Patriots Point then pushed by tugs into the mud. “He recalls some stuff I didn’t see,” said Weil. “Like dinosaurs.” “I was running boats in Charleston harbor,” says Alexander, “while Howie was making motorboat sounds in his nightly bubble bath.” In addition, their smaller boats enable them to track down dolphins — and for visitors, watching dolphins play ranks just behind flying aboard the Space Shuttle. “One of the reasons these tours are so popular is guests get to see Charleston from a perspective even locals rarely see,” said Alexander. “We can loiter under the bridge for photos, pull up alongside the container ships as they unload, cruise the Old Village waterfront. Whatever you want to do, it’s your call.” For more information on their tours, the contact Captain Weil at 843-4429455 or www.AdventureHarborTours. com. Captain Alexander can be reached at 843-697-5051 or www.PrivateHarborTours.com. May 2013
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The ‘Thrill’ of Charleston Harbor
Captain Tripp Hanna THRILLER Charleston is owned and operated by Mark and Barbara Fox through their charter company, Pegasus Charters. The Fox Family moved to Mount Pleasant in 2004 in order to
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A Charleston Harbor thrill! take advantage of the year-round sailing. Mark obtained his Master Mariner Captain’s license down here, purchased Pegasus Charters and started offering private charters of the harbor. With
a passion for all things water related, Mark and Barbara decided to quit their day jobs and jump into the charter business full-time with the purchase of THRILLER Charleston. “We love the Charleston area and wanted to bring in a boat that was new and exciting but would also fit in with the style that is unique to this region. We feel THRILLER Charleston does this extremely well. It is an attractive, modern tour boat without being obnoxious. We were very conscious of the impact of this vessel on other people enjoying the harbor and did not want to introduce a boat that would diminish their pleasure of the waterways.” The boat, captained by Tripp Hanna, is the fastest public tour boat in the harbor and goes fast enough to allow you to view distant sites such as Morris Island Lighthouse in an hour’s time. The Thriller boat is a power catamaran, meaning it has two hulls instead of one. The double hull design allows the boat to cut through waves instead of pounding over them thus ensuring a very comfortable ride. It does however go out into the ocean where larger waves can make the ride bumpy for even a 55-foot catamaran. If you have any health conditions including, but not limited to back, neck or heart problems or are pregnant, this ride is not for you. There is a chance of getting wet on every ride, but the driving force behind “how wet” you get is how windy it is. The wind blows spray off of the waves Bites & Sites
Owner of the Thriller Barbara Fox in the harbor and off shore and propels it into the boat. If there is little wind, then a little bit of spray will be coming into the boat and mostly in the back of the boat which sits lower than the front. If it is really windy then everyone will get wet from spray. Plastic Ponchos can be purchased on the boat. Cell phones, cameras and other water-sensitive items should be placed in plastic bags, left ashore or handed to the crew for safe storage. To be on the safe side, be prepared to get wet and if you stay dry, it’s an added bonus. June - August is their busy season and walk ups are always welcome and will be seated on a first come, first serve basis if seats are available. For the other months, reservations are required. PVC rain coats, adult size large, are available for purchase with a ticket online or at the boat if you are concerned about how wet. Thriller is on Shem Creek in front of Vickeries at 1313 Shrimp Boat Lane. Visit www.thrillercharleston.com. May 2013
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Playing in the creek, a benefit to being raised in the Lowcountry.
Foster love for the environment Let Coastal Expiditions introduce your young naturalist to the intricacies of the saltwater estuary and help create memories that will last a lifetime. The group’s weekly day-camp was developed 16 years ago by the steward of Coastal Expeditions as a way to cultivate kayaking skills and a deep appreciation for the beauty of the Lowcountry. The camp meets each day at their flagship location on Shem Creek and combines outdoor education and kayak instruction with summertime fun. Every day at Coastal Expeditions brings a new adventure and includes activities like pulling a seining net along the shores of a barrier island, kayaking
alongside a manatee in Shem Creek or exploring a bird rookery in the Charleston harbor. Your young naturalist will experience the Lowcountry in a way that will foster a life-long love for this unique environment. Coastal Expeditions is the guide service for the South Carolina Outdoor Education Program, providing free kayaking field trips to middle school students in Charleston County. Call 843-884-7684 or email info@ coastalexpeditions.com. Visit www.coastalexpeditions.com or www.bullsislandferry.com for more information.
Let’s go ‘sea’ the aquarium Kick-off to summer at the South Carolina Aquarium. Be the first to be immersed in two new 4-D movies, experience the new Animal Care Exhibit and get-up close to some friendly critters in the aquarium’s revamped hands-on experience. Explore, play and discover at this very special kick-off to summer.
Animal Care Exhibit: Play veterinarian for a day to the amazing animals that call the Aquarium home Amazing on-floor experience: Stimulate your senses while experiencing all the aquarium has to offer. From touching baby alligators, to feeding stingrays, to getting eye-to-eye with the aquarium’s resident barn owl, you never know what you’ll get to touch, smell and see. What’s new? $5 ticket discount for active and retired military members (with valid ID) 4-D Theater Experience: “SpongeBob for the entire Memorial Day weekend. SqarePants 4-D: The Great Jelly ResSummer starts at the South Carolina cue” and National Geographic’s “Sea Aquarium where there’s something difMonsters 4-D” ferent every day.
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Get fresh with the locals
BY PENNY PARKER news@moultrienews.com
The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is a traditional farmers market featuring fresh locally-grown produce and ready-to-eat treats and meals. It’s a gathering place for locals and visitors to leisurely explore the market’s treasure trove. The opening bell rings at 3:30 p.m each Tuesdays through Oct. 8 in front of Moultrie Middle School on Coleman Boulevard signaling the time to buy the freshest local vegetables, fruits, seafood, flowers, baked and canned goods, freshcooked meals and snacks. Weekly events include live music in addition to free children’s activities. There is plenty of free parking available nearby. A few new vendors are making their debuts this year at the market. Charleston Gourmet Burgers fills the market with the mouth-watering aroma of hot, juicy hamburgers hot off the grill. Operated by a former first responder from New York City, Charleston Gourmet Burgers also offers his secret marinade for sale. Slingers Hotdogs is new to the market this year as well as Coastal Coffee Roasters. Our Local Foods comes in from McClellanville with organic produce in addition to fresh eggs and other items. Market manager Tracy Richter puts out a Farmer’s Market newsletter each month full of what to look for at the market each month. The newsletter includes information on what fruits and vegetables should be ripe and available for purchase, the upcoming entertainment and other special events. The newletter usually includes a recipe highlighting produce availble at the market that month too. Sign up to receive it by emailing Farmersmarket@tompsc.com. You can even keep up with the market on Facebook. Become a fan of the Farmers Market Facebook community and get timely reminders and a heads-up on what to look for at the market. Visit the Farmers Market page on the Town of Mount Pleasant’s website to get a seasonal crop calendar with all the 8S MOULTRIE NEWS
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Farmers markets feature more than just produce. There is always a sweet treat to find, such as this shaved ice Stuart Coleman, 3, is about to enjoy. harvest dates for local produce. At the market you can ask questions and get gardening tips from Clemson Extension Master Gardeners and you’ll also find community information from the Town of Mount Pleasant’s Pride Committee and various other nonprofit organizations. Get a jump on the holidays when the Christmas in July Craft Show returns on July 16 to the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market. Vendor applications are due by June 14. For more information about the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market, email The produce doesn’t get any freshthe market manager or call 843-884- er than this. 8517.
t 5IF $JUZ PG $IBSMFTUPO T Farmers Market is held every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Dec. 21 at Marion Square at King and Calhoun streets. For more information visit www.charlestonfarmersmarket.com. t 5IF %BOJFM *TMBOE 'BSNFST Market is held every Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. through Oct. 3 in front of the Family Circle Tennis Center along Seven Farms Drive. For more information visit www.myislandtown.com. t ćF 6 1JDL ĕFMET BOE TUBOE are open at Boone Hall Farms throughout the summer from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily, weather permitting. Check the Produce Hotline at 843-856-5366 for times and seasonal information. For more information visit www.boonehallfarms.com. also.
Farmers gather on Saturdays at Towne Centre for market The third annual Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Farmers Market returned on May 11. The event is held Saturday mornings through Aug. 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m, on Theatre Drive. “We are excited to offer this open-air, street style market to our local farmers, food artisans, shoppers and community to come together. Mount Pleasant Towne Centre hosts multiple yearly events and is pleased to include the Farmers Market during the summer months,� said marketing manager Kristi Tolley. Taste the local difference at the Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Farmers Market with locally grown in-season proBites & Sites
duce and a family friendly environment. The Farmers Market at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre features a giveaway consisting of sustainable tote bags each year, which customers can then fill with offerings from the market vendors. The Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Farmers Market has two main goals for the market: to help increase access to fresh, locally grown produce in the Lowcountry and to create an enjoyable, safe community event that brings shoppers and farmers together in support of the local economy. If you are a local farmer or food artisan and would like to join the Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Farmers Market, contact Towne Centre staff at 843-216-9900 for details. May 2013
Patriots Point and Coast Guard to hold Piccolo Spoleto display
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tival. The exhibit, “United States Coast Guard, Always Ready,” features selections inspired by day-to-day operations of the U.S. Coast Guard. Artwork is on loan from the United States Coast Guard Art Program and includes a variety of mediums, including watercolor, oil, chalk and pastel. This special exhibit will be open to the public throughout the duration of the
Piccolo Spoleto Festival now through June 9 and is free with regular admission to Patriots Point. “With nearly 42,000 men and women committed to safeguarding our maritime interests at home, in ports, at sea, and around the world, the United States Coast Guard is an integral part of our nation’s safety,” said Patriots Point Executive Director Mac Burdette. “We rely on these guardians to protect us in times of peace, war and disaster. They are our first line of defense. “Patriots Point is proud to partner with Coast Guard Sector Charleston and the Piccolo Spoleto Festival to host this special display, which will showcase the variety of missions our Coast Guard carries out each day to protect and defend our borders, shores and seas,” Burdette added. “The Coast Guard is pleased to be able to support the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce’s efforts to highlight the region’s still significant military presence at some of the city’s showcase events,” said Coast Guard
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Sector Charleston Commander CAPT Michael F. White. “We appreciate the support of the Patriots Point Development Authority and the assistance of the Spoleto Festival.” “The Coast Guard has been a part of the Charleston waterfront since 1793, the art on display reflects some of our modern missions, our contemporary shipmates and includes several pieces reflecting ships currently homeported here in Charleston,” CAPT White continued. “We enthusiastically invite the public to stop by and spend some time viewing the art. We will have Coast Guardsmen on hand to talk about our missions and answer questions from the public.” This year marks the second time Patriots Point has hosted a Piccolo Spoleto display. In 2012, the museum hosted “Art and Music in Times of War,” which featured mixed media selections inspired by historic wartime events and people, including original paintings, prints, photography, vintage posters, and ship/aircraft models.
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Pizza pie: That’s amore
The Lowcountry is known for some good eats, from seafood to grits to BBQ. But, sometimes pizza takes a back seat as far as the term “delicacy� goes. We love pizza, and we certainly don’t want anything or anyone to feel left out. So, we’ve compiled a pizza roundup for this special section - Bites and Sites. This Pizza Roundup is a guide to some of the best pie in town. The best pie in town may surprise you and may be just off the beaten path.
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Big screen box office hits sure to please BY PENNY PARKER news@moultrienews.com
$1 movies!
The summer movie season is upon us. Blockbusters and bombs will be showing each week at the theatres from now through Labor Day. Whether you’re in the mood for a comedy or you’re looking for an action thriller, you’re sure to be able to find plenty of interesting movies to watch this summer. Highly anticipated titles include Pacif- Beverly Rawlings ic Rim, Star Trek Into Darkness, Hangover III, The Lone Ranger, The Great Gatsby, Iron Man 3, Man of Steel, Red 2, A Good Day to Die Hard, Monsters U and Despicable Me 2. The Moultrie News asked several people shopping at the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market which summer movies they were most looking forward to seeing. t 3ZBO .BUVOCP PG $IBSMFTUPO *SPO Man 3 and Hangover III Carl Humphries t 4IBSPO $FHMJB PG 4VNNFSWJMMF Hangover III with my husband and Monsters U with my son t -BVSJO -FHBSF PG (PPTF $SFFL ćF Purge, Hangover III and The Great Gatsby t $BSM )VNQISJFT PG 'MPSFODF *SPO Man 3, Despicable Me II and the Great Gatsby t ,JN %VLF PG .PVOU 1MFBTBOU ćF Great Gatsby and Iron Man 3 t #FWFSMZ 3BXMJOT PG .PVOU 1MFBTBOU The Great Gatsby Laurin Legare t ,BSFO 8JOLMFS *SPO .BO ***
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and cooled off this summer. Every Tuesday and Wednesday they will be showing G or PG rated movies at 10 a.m. for $1 admission for children. Sharon Ceglia
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will be plenty of entertainment including a limbo contest, a “Wipe Out� drum contest, a hula hoop challenge and an air guitar contest in which the winner will receive an autographed Stratocaster. There will be beer pong, a dunking booth, a bounce house and corn pone games. The family-friendly event will be held rain or shine. Participants are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs. Tickets are $12.50. Bites & Sites
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Best bets for great Lowcountry kayaking BY TYLER HEFFERNAN theffernan@moultrienews.com When a group of three dolphins swam within reaching distance of six kayakers in Shem Creek, this past Wednesday afternoon, there were the usual oohs and aahs from the crowd. One of the people whose eyes lit up was naturalist and guide of Nature Adventure Outfitters (NAO) Clark Scalera. As a tour guide with NAO for about a year, Scalera has seen hundreds of dolphins. “It never gets old,” he said, smiling. COURTESY OF BEN-JAMIN TOY “They’re really something special.” The group was returning from a tour Shem Creek during a sunset tour last week, hours after the of Shem Creek, including Bayview Creek Lowcountry was pelted by heavy rains. and a viewing of Crab Bank Island. NAO takes adventure seekers on that route and through land and Isle of Palms – as one of his favorite spots Blackwater Creek – in the Francis Marion Forest. to kayak. He has a wealth of knowledge of wildlife, a On the Shem Creek tour, paddlers saw blue crabs, an passion for sea creatures – he rescued stranded crabs osprey, a crested night heron, great egret and brown in an abandoned net during Wednesday’s trip – and pelicans. In Blackwater Creek, alligators, song birds, a zest for getting people out on the water. warblers and thousand-year-old cypress trees are “We can go 20 feet and take an hour and a half,” he common sights. NAO also accepts specialty tours for joked about his talkative nature. those wanting to paddle elsewhere in the Lowcountry. “It’s a great combination of meeting fun people and Scalera noted Capers Island – beyond Sullivan’s Is- having a great time on the water,” he said. Wednesday
afternoon’s group included tourists from Indiana and Pennsylvania. “There are so many magic moments.” Gates Roll, one of the lead guides with Coastal Expeditions, picked his own three Lowcountry spots as kayaking favorites: Copahee Sound, Charleston Harbor and Wambaw Creek. “All trips are suitable for anyone, but I’d say that the Copahee Sound would stand the chance of being the most challenging – the right ride would be critical,” he said. Copahee Sound, nestled around Hamlin Sound, Bullyard Sound and Capers Inlet east of Mount Pleasant, is best toured with minimal wind and with a low and rising tide. “Explore this moonscape of oyster bars and mudflats as new channels form,” Roll said. “A sure place to see shallow water feeding action – be it shorebirds or bottlenose dolphin.” The harbor is best explored in cooler weather and when “the damned weekend warriors hibernate,” he added. Paddling is suitable during any tide. Experience birds, dolphin and historical areas. “Get your fair share of both history and wildlife, and if the harbor is a bit windy, find one of the many intimate back creeks and take it slow and easy,” Roll said. Roll’s final recommended spot, Wambaw Creek, is great at any time during any season, he said. “This little blackwater creek is a hidden gem, and it is right up the road from Mount Pleasant,” Roll said. There’s even an opportunity to picnic at Hampton Plantation on the Santee River among millennium cypress trees. Anna Sullivan, a naturalist and tour guide with Charleston Outdoor Adventures (COA), said the company is back to thriving after a fire on Bowens Island last August destroyed most of its resources, including kayak fleet, stand-up paddleboard fleet, charter boat and office. COA’s location at the end of Bowens Island is away from the commotion of Folly Beach. Typical sights during kayak tours include dolphins, Loggerhead sea turtles, American wood strok and Manta ray, according to Sullivan. She said the Folly Beach area is the best Charleston location to kayak “with the most wildlife sightings and the least amount of boat traffic.”
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Enjoy your town this summer Called the crown jewel of Mount Pleasant, Memorial Waterfront Park offers more than just your average park. Located under the grand entryway to the town at the base of the Ravenel Bridge, this park offers many amenities including plenty of lawn for enjoying family picnics, a nautical-themed playground modeled after the bridge that provides it shade, and a River Watch Cafe serving sandwiches and ice cream. The cafe offers beautiful views of Charleston Harbor and the 1,250-foot-long pier where you can sit and swing a while. Free parking is available. There is live music, festivals, Movies on the Grand Lawn with Cinebarre’s giant outdoor screen, and even enormous water slides. Young and young at heart will have a great time at the Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park.
performances from local bands and headlining THE BUSHELS. All of this rolled into one low ticket price. General admission tickets will include entrance into the event along with a two ounce mug for sampling the different beers from around the world. VIP ticket holders will enjoy an exclusive sampling area with unlimited Mark your calendars and be sure to join town staff for one of the Lowbeer, spirits, an exclusive country’s absolute favorite summer events at Memorial Waterfront entrance, front row park- Park. ing, front row reserved seating for live performances and food samples pro- Family Fun Free Swim 7- 8:15 p.m. Summer 2013 vided by some of Mount Pleasant’s top restaurants. Park West Recreation Complex Pool School’s out for summer. Bring your friends and THIRD ANNUAL PARTY IN THE PARK FAMILY FUN SPLASH AND SWIM NIGHT family for a night of swimming fun and games. FamiWITH WEZL 103.5 FM Fridays, June 7, June 14, July 12, July 19, Aug. 9, lies are invited to unwind in the pool to celebrate the Tuesdays in June - June 4, June 11, June 18, June 25 Aug.16 start of summer break. Floats and water toys are welAll dates 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Rain or shine 6 - 8:15 p.m. come. All children must remain supervised by parents Mark your calendars and be sure to join town staff Inflatable water slide 6-8 p.m. or guardians at all times. Free admission and parking. for one of the Lowcountry’s absolute favorite summer events. Free admission and free (but limited) parking - be sure to carpool and assign a designated driver, or ride Carta then take a taxi home. June 4: Joe Nichols, Rachel Farley, Saul Brooks June 11: Chris Cagle, Greg Bates, Southwood June 18: Tate Stevens, Jon Pardi, Bryson Jennings June 25: Easton Corbin, Maggie Rose, Brady Smith SPLASH DAYS PRESENTED BY ROPER ST. FRANCIS MOUNT PLEASANT HOSPITAL July 10 - 4- 8 p.m. Aug. 7 - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. MOVIES ON THE GRAND LAWN WITH CINEBARRE Movies begin at twilight June 14 July 19 Aug, 23 Park West gets in on the fun too with some events planned for the northern end of town. TAP INTO THE EXCITEMENT OF BEERFEST June 8, 2013 - 2 to 7 p.m. Mount Pleasant, Park West Recreational Complex Join A snappy event, the Town of Mount Pleasant and Q104.5 for the best the Lowcountry has to offer. This event will feature more than 100 beers from around the world, along with a specialty mug for your sampling pleasure. In addition to the suds, the event will showcase sounds from the Lowcountry with live May 2013
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Fee . . . Fi . . . Fo . . . Fum . . . You know where it goes from there Sprouts Musical Theatre & Piccolo Spoleto presents “Jack & the Beanstalk”
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Jack is a dreamer who longs for adventure. One day, the “magic” beans he plants sprout up high into the sky. Full of curiosity, Jack climbs the beanstalk and encounters unforgettable characters like The Giant, The Goose That Lays The Golden Eggs and more. Sprouts Musical Theatre Productions are unlike anything else in Charleston!
With the audience sitting only inches from the action, there are hilarious lyrics, beautiful ballads, magical effects, uproarious chase-scenes, tons of audience participation and a happy ending all in just one hour. Come see how this classic tale unfolds with new twists and turns at Sprouts Musical Theatre. Tickets are $11 in advance or $13 at the door (including the $1 Piccolo Festival Fee). Showtimes are: Friday May 31 at 7 p.m. Saturday June 1 at 1 p.m. Sunday June 2 at 3 p.m. Sprouts Birthday Parties are a huge hit. Enjoy a pre-party, reserved seating, discounted ticket prices and a private cast meeting. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.creativespark.org or call 843-881-3780. Creative Spark is located at 757 Long Point Road, Mount Pleasant.
Blackbeard’s anniversary to feature free play and food On Sunday, June 2, Blackbeard’s Cove is turning seven years old. For the seventh Anniversary Celebration they will be hosting a free party at the park starting at 11 a.m. The day will include free mini golf all day, live entertainment on the deck with DJ Johnnie Breeze, a charity dunking booth and a mechanical bull. Plus from noon to 3 p.m. the Cove will be serving free hamburgers and hotdogs to all attendees. Blackbeard’s Cove will be raising money throughout the day to benefit Courageous Kids, a South Carolina charity who provides unforgettable experiences to children with cancer and their families. Bobby Riggs, owner of Blackbeard’s Cove said “The community has been supporting us for seven years so we want to give something back to the community to say thank you.” For more information go to www.BlackbeardsCove.net.
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Charleston Cooks! with the kids Summer is fast approaching and what better way for your little ones to spend the dog days of summer than in Charleston Cooks! Culinary Summer Camps! The store offer a wide range of classes for a range of ages. They will cover a variety of culinary topics such as learning to cook cuisines from around the world, basic skills, themed meals and baking. All camp classes are participation and are taught by a team of talented instructors in the Thermador residential kitchen classroom at Charleston Cooks! To sign up for camp classes and for a complete class schedule visit the website at www.charlestoncooks.com or call 843-722-1212.
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Kids can learn basic culinary skills this summer at Charleston Coooks!
Teachers will spend the afternoon with your kids teaching them some basic culinary skills in terms they’ll understand, using colors, shapes and sizes. This class will meet June 25 from 2-4 p.m. and July 9 from 2-4 p.m.
Teen Bootcamp: Savory and Sweet Fundamentals (Ages 13-16) Whether your teen has a newfound interest in cooking or has been the sous chef for years, this one-day boot camp will be fun for all. Participants will spend the morning focusing on the savory side of cooking, including learning proper knife skills, and the afternoon will be spent working on the sweeter side of things, including cakes, pies and yeast breads. This Kids Around the World Workshop (Ages class will meet June 27 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. and 8-12) July 11 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Take a culinary journey around the world without ever leaving the kitchen. Each day you Kids Cooking Through Time Culinary will learn how to prepare recipes from different Camp (Ages 8-12) cuisines around the world. This class will meet Take a culinary journey through time. Each Monday, June 10– Thursday, June 13 from 8:30 day explore different eras through cuisine typia.m.-noon each day. cal to that time and place. Note that this class Kids Camp : Colors, Shapes and Sizes (Ages will meet Monday, July 29 – Thurs, Aug. 1 from 5-7) 8:30 a.m.-noon each day.
Blueberry Festival Head out to Blue Pearl Farms on Sunday, June 23 from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. for their annual Lowcountry Blueberry festival. The day will feature live blues music from Tommy Thunderfoot & the Accelerators, Plow Ground, Popcorn Chicken and other musical guests. Enjoy Blueberry picking, art and handcrafts, a selection of fresh produce, demonstrations, local food and drink. Tickets are $10 for ages 15 and older. Under 15 is free. Proceeds shared with the Coastal Conservation League. Details and schedule are available at www.bluepearlfarms.com. May 2013
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Cool off this summer with Persimmon Cafe
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While a little off the beaten path of the tourist strip of King Street, Persimmon Cafe makes some impressive handmade nonalcoholic drinks and frozen custards to cool off this summer. They are sure to give your taste buds a wow.
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