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Tuesday, June 29
SURF SEINING is 5–6 p.m. at Isle of Palms County Park. Gain a new perspective on creatures of the surf zone. Anchovy, pompano, kingfish, stingray, crabs, and even a squid have shown up in the net. This event is for ages 6 and older with a parent. A chaperone is required for children ages 15 and younger. The cost is $7 for Charleston County residents and $9 for nonresidents. Call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.LOWCOUNTRY TURTLE TEAM is at 11 a.m. at the Edgar Allan Poe Library, 1921 I’On Avenue, Sullivan’s Island. Mary Pringle shares the story of Cara the Turtle and information on sea turtles. Create your own carapace (turtle shell) to take home. Free. Call 883-3914.
MAKE A SPLASH MOVIES: “FINDING NEMO” is at 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Regional Library. The film is rated G and lasts 100 minutes. Limited seating. Free tickets available one hour before showtime. Call 766-2546.
Wednesday, June 30
SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES–BECKY’S BOX OF PUPPETS for ages 3–12 is at 10 a.m. at Wannamaker County Park Cypress Hall. Becky and her box of puppets are sure to entertain all with her show. Cost is $4 for Charleston County residents and $5 for nonresidents and walk-ups. Free for chaperones and children younger than 2. Call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.Thursday, July 1
MUSIC ON THE TERRACE is from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre in front of Belk Department store. The Charleston Community Band performs at this free, family-friendly event. There will be giveaways, a fashion show and more. Visit www.mtpleasanttownecentre.com or call 216-9900 for information.
SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES–BECKY’S BOX OF PUPPETS for ages 3–12 is at 10 a.m. at James Island County Park Edisto Hall. Cost is $4 for Charleston County residents and $5 for nonresidents and walk-ups. Free for chaperones and children younger than 2. Call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.
Saturday, July 3
STAR SPANGLED ARTS AND CRAFTS for all ages is at 10 a.m. at Edgar Allan Poe Library on Sullivan’s Island. Make some patriotic crafts to decorate your house for July 4. For more information call 883-3914.
RED, WHITE AND BLUE ON THE GREEN is 5–8 p.m. at Main and Richardson avenues in downtown Summerville with musical entertainment by Bad Moon Band. Features jump castles, games and contests for all ages and a patriotic parade of decorated bikes, wagons and walkers. Cost is $3 for games and jump castles. Call 821-7260 or visit www.summervilledream.org.
FESTIVAL IN THE PARK is from 2 p.m. to dusk throughout the Old Santee Canal Park. Celebrate the 4th of July with food, artists, crafters, music and entertainment, a jump castle for the children and a car show. For more information call 761-9622.
AN INTRODUCTION TO CLIMBING: BELAYING is 9 a.m.–noon at James Island County Park. Learn the fundamentals of belaying, including knots, harnesses, belaying and climbing. The program is for ages 14 and older. The cost is $20 each for Charleston County residents and $24 each for nonresidents. Advance registration is required. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
SPLASHY MOVIES for all ages is at 3 p.m. at John’s Island Regional Library. Today’s film is “Finding Nemo” (Rated: G; 100 minutes). For more information call 559-1945.
Sunday, July 4
THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. ASHEVILLE, N.C., baseball game is at 6:35 p.m. at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park. Call 577-3647 or visit www.riverdogs.com.SOUTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM’S 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION is 7:30–11:30 p.m. at the aquarium. Celebrate with a view of the Charleston Harbor, food and live music on the Riverside Terrace. Cost is $20–$55. Call 577-3474 or visit scaquarium.org.
UNCLE SAM JAM begins at 7 p.m. the Mount Pleasant Pier. Activities include live beach music by the East Coast Party Band and fireworks. Music begins at 8 p.m. Tickets will be limited; advance purchase recommended. On-site tickets, if available, will be $10. Beverages will be available for purchase on site. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
4TH OF JULY BLAST begins at 5 p.m. at Patriots Point. Enjoy snacks and drinks as well as the Lowcountry’s largest fireworks show, shot off the deck of the USS Yorktown at nightfall. Discounted admission. For more information call 866-831-1720 or visit www.patriotspoint.org.
CITY OF NORTH CHARLESTON JULY 4TH CELEBRATION is 3–9 p.m. at North Charleston Riverfront Park (at the Navy Yard). Performers are Quiana Parler (of American Idol fame), The Blue Dogs and CoastRunner. Kid’s activities take place throughout the afternoon and fireworks conclude the evening. Free. Call 740-5854 or visit www.northcharleston.org.
Monday, July 5
THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. ASHEVILLE, N.C.–See July 4.Tuesday, July 6
ROCKIT SCIENCE CLINICS–OPEN SESSION for ages 14 and older is from 6 to 8 p.m. at James Island County Park. Session customized to fit individual needs and goals. Pre-registration preferred, but not required. Cost is $10 for Charleston County residents and $12 for nonresidents. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL starts at 10 a.m. at Charles Towne Stadium 18. Movies are “Doogal” (G) and “Planet 51” (PG). Free. Call 554-6120.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL starts at 10 a.m. at Palmetto Grande Stadium 16. Movies are “Doogal” (G) and “Planet 51” (PG). Free. Call 216-8150.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL starts at 10 a.m. at Azaela Square Stadium 16. Movies are “Doogal” (G) and “Planet 51” (PG). Free. Call 821-1554.
MAKE A SPLASH MOVIES is at 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Regional Library. Today’s film is “Polar Express” (Rated G: 99 minutes). For more information call 766-2546.
FILM SERIES: “THE PALLISERS” (part three) is at 1 p.m. at the Main Library. Set in the palatial country houses and grand Mayfair salons of mid-Victorian England, “The Pallisers” is a sprawling BBC saga of wealth, passion and power. Starring Susan Hampshire and Philip Latham. Free. Call 805-6930 for information.
THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. ASHEVILLE, N.C.–See July 4.
Wednesday, July 7
SPLASHY MOVIES is at 10:30 a.m. at the Main Library. Today’s movie is “Where the Wild Things Are” (Rated PG; 101 minutes). For more information call 805-6930.TEEN MOVE is at 2 p.m. at the Main Library. Today’s film is “Valentine’s Day” (Rated PG-13). Call 805-6930 for more information.
KID TOURS: MAGNIFICENT MAMMALS is at 3:30 p.m. at the Charleston Museum featuring marsupials, monotremes, and mammals. See the latest Kidstory exhibit exploring magnificent mammals including a Duckbilled Platypus and a wallaby from down under. The class is free with admission or membership. Admission is $10 each for adults, $5 each for children, and free for museum members and children younger than age 3. For more information call 722-2996 or visit www.charlestonmuseum.org.
SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES–EDISTO SERPENTARIUM for ages 3–12 is at 10 a.m. at Wannamaker County Park Cypress Hall. This hands-on show will focus on snakes that can be found in South Carolina. Cost is $4 for Charleston County residents and $5 for nonresidents and walk-ups. Free for chaperones and children younger than 2. Call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL–Continues at area Regal Cinemas. See July 6.
THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. ASHEVILLE, N.C.–See July 4.
Thursday, July 8
SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES–EDISTO SERPENTARIUM is at James Island County Park Edisto Hall. See July 7.TEEN MOVIE is at 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Regional Library, showing “The Spy Next Door.” (Rated PG; 94 minutes.) Free. For more information call 766-2546.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL–Continues at area Regal Cinemas. See July 6.
Friday, July 9
A FOLLY BEACH BIRD WALK LIGHTHOUSE INLET HERITAGE PRESERVE for ages 12 and older is 7:30–9:30 a.m. at Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve. This walk focuses on the northern shoreline and maritime forest of Folly Beach. See a variety of shorebirds and seabirds. Free, but pre-registration is required. Call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.THE CHARLESTON BATTERY VS. RICHMOND KICKERS soccer game is at 7:30 p.m. at Blackbaud Stadium. Call 971–4625 or visit www.charlestonbattery.com.
<p><span class="caldate">Saturday, July 10</span></p>
DINO-MITE! FAMILY FUN EVENT is 10 a.m.–noon at the Charleston Museum. Have a roaring good time inspecting fossils from the museum’s collection. Children will create dino-mite crafts and uncover a dinosaur to take home. Free with admission or membership. Admission is $10 each for adults, $5 each for each child and free for children age 3 and younger. Call 722-2996 or visit www.charlestonmuseum.org.
SUMMER JAM FEST/LAW ENFORCEMENT UNITY DAY is at Brittlebank Park. Campers will have the opportunity to showcase their talent as well as win trophies and cash prizes as they entertain an audience of spectators. Free. Call 724-7327.
SHAGGIN’ ON THE COOPER is 7–11 p.m. at the Mount Pleasant Pier. Dance the night away while the Coastrunner Band performs. Advance tickets are $8 for Charleston County residents and $10 for nonresidents. Tickets are $10 each if still available at the event. Call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.
A REGGAE CONCERT SERIES FEATURING DUB ADDIS is 8:30–11 p.m. at Wannamaker County Park. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Outside coolers and alcohol are prohibited. Advance tickets are $8 for Charleston County residents and $10 for nonresidents. Tickets are $10 each if still available at the event. Call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.
FAMILY CLIMBING: FAMILY BELAY LESSON is 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at James Island County Park. Children ages 4–13 will climb while parents learn to belay. Children age 14 and up can learn to belay as well as climb. A registered and paid chaperone is required for children ages 13 and younger. Registration required. Cost is $13 for Charleston County residents and $16 for nonresidents. Call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.
COLONIAL RICE PLANTATION is 10 a.m.–noon at Caw Caw Interpretive Center. Ages 9 and older will investigate daily life and practices on a South Carolina rice plantation in the colonial era. A registered and paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 and younger. Pre-registration required. Cost is $7 for Charleston County residents and $9 for nonresidents. For more information call 889-8898.
CANOEING AT CAW CAW–HERITAGE TO HABITAT CANOE TOUR for ages 9 and older is 9–11:30 a.m. at Caw Caw Interpretive Center. Paddle through rice fields and canals that now serve as one of the richest wildlife habitats in the Lowcountry. A registered and paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 and younger. Cost is $12 for Charleston County residents and $15 for nonresidents. Call 889-8898.
SATURDAY AFTERNOON MOVIE is at 3 p.m. at the Dorchester Road Regional Library. Today’s film is “Finding Nemo” (Rated G: 100 minutes). For more information call 552-6466.
MOVIE TIME is at noon at the Otranto Road Regional Library. Today’s film is “Surf’s Up” (Rated PG; 85 minutes). Call 572-4094.
<p><span class="caldate">Monday, July 12</span></p>
PIRATES is 4–8 p.m. at Freshfields Village. Create a pirate hat and learn about the life of a pirate. Join the Charleston Museum on select Mondays throughout the summer for fun crafts and activities. Free. Call 722-2996 or visit www.charlestonmuseum.org.
Tuesday, July 13
BREW WITH A VIEW is 7–11 p.m. at the South Carolina Aquarium. Join the aquarium for a special evening featuring sustainable seafood, beer and an amazing view of the Charleston Harbor. Cost is $25–$30. Call 577-3474 or visit scaquarium.org.ROCKIT SCIENCE CLINICS–FOOTWORK AND BALANCE for ages 14 and older is 6–8 p.m. at James Island County Park. Making small improvements in your footwork and balance can drastically improve your climbing during this informal clinic. Pre-registration preferred, but not required. Cost is $10 for Charleston County residents and $12 for nonresidents. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL starts at 10 a.m. at Charles Towne Stadium 18. Featured movies are “Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything” (G) and “Imagine That” (PG). Free. Call 554-6120.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL starts at 10 a.m. at Palmetto Grande Stadium 16. Featured movies are “Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything” (G) and “Imagine That” (PG). Free. Call 216-8150.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL starts at 10 a.m. at Azaela Square Stadium 16. Featured movies are “Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything” (G) and “Imagine That” (PG). Free. Call 821-1554.
MAKE A SPLASH MOVIES is 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Regional Library. Today’s film is “Atlantis: The Lost Empire” (Rated PG; 95 minutes). For more information call 766-2546.
Wednesday, July 14
KID TOURS: THE FIRST LADY DOLLS is at 3:30 p.m. at the Charleston Museum. Explore the collection of Madame Alexander First Lady dolls from Martha Washington to Jackie Kennedy. Learn about the lives of first ladies and examine the fashion of their times. The class is free with admission or membership. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children, and free for museum members and children younger than age 3. Call 722-2996 or visit www.charlestonmuseum.org.TEEN MOVIE is at 2 p.m. at the Main Library. Today’s film is “The Bounty Hunter” (Rated PG-13). For more information call 805-6930.
SPLASHY MOVIES is at 10:30 a.m. at the Main Library. Today’s film is “Ponyo” (Rated G; 103 minutes). For more information call 805-6930.
SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES–CAPOEIRA OF CHARLESTON for ages 3–12 and older is 10–11 a.m. at Wannamaker County Park Cypress Hall. Capoeira is a blend of martial arts, game and dance that originated in Brazil. This show is both dynamic and energetic set to traditional music featuring Brazilian songs and instruments. Cost is $4 for Charleston County residents and $5 for nonresidents. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. AUGUSTA, GA. baseball game is at 7:05 p.m. at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park. Call 577-3647 or visit www.riverdogs.com.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL–Continues at area Regal Cinemas. See July 13.
Thursday, July 15
SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES–CAPOEIRA OF CHARLESTON for ages 3–12 and older is from 10–11 a.m. at James Island County Park Edisto Hall. See July 14.SURF SEINING for ages 6 and older is 5–6:30 p.m. at Folly Beach County Park. Gain a new perspective on creatures of the surf zone. Anchovy, pompano, kingfish, stingray, crabs, and even a squid have shown up in the net. This event is for ages 6 and older with a parent. A chaperone is required for children ages 15 and younger. The cost is $7 for Charleston County residents and $9 for nonresidents. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
THIRD THURSDAY IN DOWNTOWN SUMMERVILLE is from 5 to 8 p.m. in Hutchinson Square in downtown Summerville. Arts and crafts enthusiasts have the opportunity to join classes in knitting, quilting and jewelry-making instruction, as well as shop the local artists and artisans booths at the Art Walk. Free. For more information, contact Summerville D.R.E.A.M. at 821-7260 or info@summervilledream.org.
MUSIC ON THE TERRACE–See July 1.
THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. AUGUSTA, GA.–See July 14.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL–Continues at area Regal Cinemas. See July 13.
SELF-DEFENSE FOR WOMEN (adults) is at 6:30 p.m. at Dorchester Road Regional Library. Charleston Martial Arts will explain and demonstrate self-defense tactics for women. For more information call 552-6466.
Friday, July 16
NOCTURNAL NOISEMAKERS for ages 9 and older is 8:30–10 p.m. at Caw Caw Interpretive Center. Have you ever wondered about noises in the summer night? Come with us and figure some of them out. Listen for owls, frogs and others, while shining some gators and spiders along the way. A registered and paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 and younger. Cost is $7 for Charleston County residents and $9 for nonresidents. For more information call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.A MOONLIGHT MIXER is 7–11 p.m. at the Folly Beach Fishing Pier. The event is for ages 3 and older and features dancing and music. Advance tickets are $8 each for Charleston County residents and $10 each for nonresidents. Tickets are $10 each if still available at the event. For more information call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.
CELEBRATION OF SUMMER is at Hampton Park. Call 724-7327 for more information.
SUMMER CHILDREN’S THEATRE: Didgeridoo Down Under presents “Australia and the Didg” for all ages at 10 a.m. at Sterett Hall Auditorium on the former Charleston Naval Base. Learn about Australian culture through the entertaining music of the didgeridoo and the customs of the Aboriginal people. Cost is $2 for children. Adults are free. Call 740-5854 or visit www.northcharleston.org for more information.
THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. AUGUSTA, GA.–See July 14.
THE CHARLESTON BATTERY VS. REAL MARYLAND MONARCHS–See July 9. Today’s game is at 7:30 p.m.
MEET & EAT, sponsored by H2U Trident HealthFinders, is at 11:30 a.m. at Iacofano’s 626 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant. Call 847-5068 for details and to RSVP.
CHARLESTON JUNIOR HARDCOURT CHAMPIONSHIP TENNIS TOURNEY is at the Charleston Tennis Center. Call 769-8258 or visit www.charlestoncity.info to register.
Saturday, July 17
SATURDAY AFTERNOON MOVIES is at 3 p.m. at Dorchester Road Regional Library. Today’s film is “Hotel for Dogs” (Rated PG; 100 minutes). For more information call 552-6466.CHARLESTON JUNIOR HARDCOURT CHAMPIONSHIP TENNIS TOURNEY–See July 16.
A REGGAE CONCERT SERIES FEATURING JAHFE is 8:30–11 p.m. at James Island County Park. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Outside coolers and alcohol are prohibited. The cost is $8 for Charleston County residents and $10 for nonresidents. Tickets are $10 each if still available at the event. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
THE CHARLESTON BATTERY VS. BOLTON WANDERERS–See July 9. Today’s game is at 7:30 p.m.
ISLE OF PALMS 2010 BEACH RUN is 8–10:30 a.m. on Isle of Palms behind the Windjammer at 1008 Ocean Blvd. The four-mile walk/run and youth fun run costs $20–$25. Call 886-8294 or visit www.iop.net.
AN INTRODUCTION TO CLIMBING: BELAYING–See July 3.
THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. AUGUSTA, GA.–See July 14.
PRINCESS PARTY is 9:30–11:30 a.m. at the Charleston Museum. Dress as your favorite princess and enjoy a royal day at the Charleston Museum. Have your picture taken with a fairytale princess and create fun crafts. And don’t miss the special exhibit on jewelry, Preciousness Preserved: Jewelry from the Charleston Museum’s Collections from Antiquity to Today. Cost is $8 for museum members and $10 for nonmembers. Call 722-2996 or visit www.charlestonmuseum.org.
Sunday, July 18
THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. AUGUSTA, GA.–See July 14.CHARLESTON JUNIOR HARDCOURT CHAMPIONSHIP TENNIS TOURNEY–See July 16.
Tuesday, July 20
FILM SERIES: “THE PALLISERS” (part four) is at 1 p.m. at the Main Library. Set in the palatial country houses and grand Mayfair salons of mid-Victorian England, “The Pallisers” is a sprawling BBC saga of wealth, passion and power. Starring Susan Hampshire and Philip Latham. Free. Call 805-6930 for information.MAKE A SPLASH WITH A FIREMAN is at 11 a.m. at Edgar Allan Poe Library on Sullivan’s Island. Come learn firsthand from local firefighters how water helps them do their job. Children can get a tour of a real pumper truck and a fireboat. For more information call 883-3914.
ROCKIT SCIENCE CLINICS–LEAD CLIMBING for ages 14 and older is 6–8 p.m. at James Island County Park. Leading is physically and mentally challenging. This is part one of a two-class series. Pre-registration preferred but not required. Cost is $10 for Charleston County residents and $12 for nonresidents. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
MAKE A SPLASH MOVIES is at 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Regional Library. Today’s film is “The Princess and the Frog” (Rated G; 97 minutes). For more information call 766-2546.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL starts at 10 a.m. at Charles Towne Stadium 18. Movies are “March Of The Penguins” (G) and “Paul Blart: Mall Cop” (PG). Free. Call 554-6120.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL starts at 10 a.m. at Palmetto Grande Stadium 16. Movies are “March Of The Penguins” (G) and “Paul Blart: Mall Cop” (PG). Free. Call 216-8150.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL starts at 10 a.m. at Azaela Square Stadium 16. Movies are “March Of The Penguins” (G) and “Paul Blart: Mall Cop” (PG). Free. Call 821-1554.
Wednesday, July 21
RESUME AND COVER LETTER EDITING is 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Main Library. Making a good first impression with a cover letter or resume can help you land your next job. Bring a completed resume and cover letter for review and a job advertisement of interest. Stancy Merwin will be in the reference area to offer one-on-one editing help of cover letters and resumes. For more information call 805-6930.KID TOURS: The Charleston Polar Bear is at 3:30 p.m. July 21 at the Charleston Museum. Why do we have a polar bear in Charleston? Learn the answer to this question as well as other fun facts about this beautiful bear. The class is free with admission or membership. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children, and free for museum members and children younger than age 3. Call 722-2996 or visit www.charlestonmuseum.org.
SPLASHY MOVIES is at 10:30 a.m. at the Main Library. Today’s film is “Up” (Rated PG; 96 minutes). Call 805-6930.
SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES–TURTLES BY THE CITY OF CHARLESTON for ages 3–12 is at 10 a.m. at Wannamaker County Park Cypress Hall. Turtles are invading the park, so crawl out of your shell and prepare for this reptilian experience. Cost is $4 for Charleston County residents and $5 for nonresidents and walk-ups. Free for chaperones and children younger than 2. Call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL–Continues at area Regal Cinemas. See July 20.
TEEN MOVIE is at 2 p.m. at the Main Library. Today’s film is “The Losers” (Rated PG-13). Call 805-6930.
Thursday, July 22
TEEN MOVIE is at 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Regional Library. Today’s film is “Alice in Wonderland.” (Rated PG; 109 minutes). For more information call 766-2546.ROCKIT SCIENCE CLINICS–LEAD BELAYING for ages 14 and older is from 6 to 8 p.m. at James Island County Park. Learn the skills to keep yourself and your climber safe at all times. This clinic is part two of two. Pre-registration preferred, but not required. Cost is $10 for Charleston County residents and $12 for nonresidents. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES–TURTLES BY THE CITY OF CHARLESTON for ages 3–12 is at 10 a.m. at James Island County Park Edisto Hall. Cost is $4 for Charleston County residents and $5 for nonresidents and walk-ups. Free for chaperones and children younger than 2. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL–Continues at area Regal Cinemas. See July 20.
Saturday, July 24
TEEN MOVIE TIME for grades 6–12 is at 3 p.m. at the Dorchester Road Regional Library featuring “Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief.” Percy Jackson is no ordinary teenager … he’s just learned he’s the son of Poseidon and is accused of stealing Zeus’ lightning bolt. (Rated PG; 120 minutes.) For more information call 552-6466.CANOEING AT CAW CAW: A SUNSET/MOONRISE PADDLE is 6:30–9 p.m. at the Caw Caw Interpretive Center. The program is for ages 9 and older. A chaperone is required for children ages 15 and younger. The cost is $15 each for Charleston County residents and $18 each for nonresidents. Advance registration is required. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
OUTDOOR MOVIES AT THE MOUNT PLEASANT PIER is at 9 p.m. at Mount Pleasant Pier/Waterfront Memorial Park. Bring the whole family to enjoy a free movie on the lawn at the Mount Pleasant Waterfront Park. Spend the evening together outdoors watching a film on the giant inflatable screen. For movie listings, visit www.ccprc.com. For more information, call 795-4FUN (4386).
LONGLEAF PINE NEEDLE BASKET MAKING for ages 9 and older is 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at Caw Caw Interpretive Center. Turn the needles from our native Longleaf Pine into a beautiful and useful work of art. Discuss ecology, historical uses and the decline of Longleaf Pine forests. A registered and paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 and younger. Pre-registration required. Cost is $15 for Charleston County residents and $18 for nonresidents. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
PARENT AND CHILD TRIPS–EDISTO RIVER CANOEING for ages 8 and older is 9 a.m.–5 p.m. at CCPRC Headquarters. Learn basic canoe strokes before embarking on a float downriver. A registered and paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 and younger. Cost is $28 for Charleston County residents and $34 for nonresidents. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
FAMILY CLIMBING: FAMILY BELAY LESSON–See July 10.
Tuesday, July 27
ROCKIT SCIENCE CLINICS–PHYSICAL TRAINING FOR ROCK CLIMBING for ages 14 and older is from 6–8 p.m. at James Island County Park. Learn some essential exercises and stretches to help you maximize and improve your climbing. Pre-registration preferred, but not required. Cost is $10 for Charleston County residents and $12 for nonresidents. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL starts at 10 a.m. at Charles Towne Stadium 18. Movies are “Kit Kittredge: American Girl” (G) and “Hotel For Dogs” (PG). Free. Call 554-6120.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL starts at 10 a.m. at Palmetto Grande Stadium 16. Movies are “Kit Kittredge: American Girl” (G) and “Hotel For Dogs” (PG). Free. Call 216-8150.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL starts at 10 a.m. at Azaela Square Stadium 16. Movies are “Kit Kittredge: American Girl” (G) and “Hotel For Dogs” (PG). Free. Call 821-1554.
Wednesday, July 28
SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES–SAM’S PATH PETTING ZOO for ages 3–12 is at 10 a.m. at Wannamaker County Park Cypress Hall. Sam’s Path Petting Zoo will provide a fun-filled show starring a kangaroo and a monkey. Cost is $4 for Charleston County residents and $5 for nonresidents and walk-ups. Free for chaperones and children younger than 2. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. GREENVILLE, S.C. baseball game is at 7:05 p.m. at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park. Call 577-3647 or visit www.riverdogs.com.
MOVIE TIME is at 4 p.m. at the Otranto Road Regional Library. “Finding Nemo” (Rated G; 100 minutes). For more information call 572-4094.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL–Continues at area Regal Cinemas. See July 27.
TEEN MOVIE is at 2 p.m. at the Main Library. Today’s film is “Clash of the Titans” (Rated PG-13). Call 805-6930.
Thursday, July 29
SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SERIES–SAM’S PATH PETTING ZOO for ages 3–12 is at 10 a.m. at James Island County Park Edisto Hall. Sam’s Path Petting Zoo will provide a fun-filled show starring a kangaroo and a monkey. Cost is $4 for Charleston County residents and $5 for nonresidents and walk-ups. Free for chaperones and children younger than 2. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. GREENVILLE, S.C.–See July 28.
FREE MOVIE FESTIVAL–Continues at area Regal Cinemas. See July 27.
TEEN MOVIE is at 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Regional Library featuring “Free Willy: Escape from Pirate’s Cove.” (Rated PG; 101 minutes.) For more information call 766-2546.
FREE PERSONAL BUDGETING TOOLS ONLINE is 6:45–7:45 p.m. at the Main Library. See a demonstration about popular online methods using Wesabe.com and Mint.com to help better budget your money. Popular finance principles by Dave Ramsey, Larry Burkett and Suze Orman will briefly be covered as well. For more information call 805-6930.
Friday, July 30
ST. JULIAN DEVINE BACK TO SCHOOL/LAWN PARTY is noon–4 p.m. at the St. Julian Devine Community Center. Go back to school with a bang. School supplies, music, food and fun. Bring a lawn chair and grill out. Event is free. For information visit www.charlestoncity.info or call 724-7350.
THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. GREENVILLE, S.C.–See July 28.
TEAM GYMNASTICS REGISTRATION for various ages and levels is at the James Island Recreational Complex. Athletes participate in competitions at the local, state, regional, national and international level. E-mail charlestongymnastics@charleston-sc.gov or call 795-4207.
Saturday, July 31
SATURDAY AFTERNOON MOVIES is at 3 p.m. at the Dorchester Road Regional Library. Today’s film is “Up” (Rated PG; 96 minutes). For more information call 552-6466.
THE LOWCOUNTRY HIGH ROLLERS VS. URGE is at 6 p.m. at McAlister Field House. Call 469-6891 or visit www.lowcountryhighrollers.com.
BLUEGRASS UNDER THE BRIDGE is 7–11 p.m. at the Mount Pleasant Pier. The event is for ages 3 and older and features the bluegrass band Common Ground. The cost is $8 for Charleston County residents and $10 for nonresidents. Tickets are $10 each if still available at the event. Call 795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.
PIER FISHING TOURNAMENT is 6 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Registration for all tournaments is on-site only. Prizes in various categories are awarded at 4:15 p.m. Tournament is held rain or shine. Cost is $9 for Charleston County residents, $12 for nonresidents and $7 for ages 3–12. King Mackerel registration is $12 for Charleston County residents and $14 for nonresidents. For information, call the Folly Beach Fishing Pier at 588-FISH (3474).
THE CHARLESTON RIVERDOGS VS. GREENVILLE, S.C.–See July 28.
ALL MONTH LONG
EARLY MORNING BIRD WALKS are 8:30 a.m.–noon at Caw Caw Interpretive Center Wednesdays and Saturdays. Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-in registrations are welcome. Cost is $5. Call 889-8898.ALBINO ALLIGATOR EXHIBIT is 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily at South Carolina Aquarium. Meet the aquarium’s newest reptile resident, an albino alligator. Get closer than you imagined – we promise he won’t bite. Admission is $10.95–$17.95. Call 577-3474 or visit www.scaquarium.org.
4-D IMMERSION THEATER at South Carolina Aquarium combines 3-D imagery, interactive seating and waves of special effects all synchronized to your favorite films. Cost is $2.95 for members and $6.95 for nonmembers age 2 and older, plus admission. Call 577-3474 or visit www.scaquarium.org.
MAKE A SPLASH–CHILDREN’S SUMMER READING PROGRAM for ages 11 and younger continues until July 31 at all Charleston County Library branches. Children are awarded prizes for reading or being read to at levels of 5, 15 and 30 hours. Prizes include the SC reading medal, passes to community events, T-shirts and branch grand prizes. For more information visit www.ccpl.org or call 805-6817.
MAKE WAVES @CPPL TEEN SUMMER READING CONTEST for students entering grades 6–12 continues until July 31 at all Charleston County Library branches. Read and win prizes like free food from McDonald’s; free passes to Carolina Ice Palace, Whirlin’ Waters and more. Grand Prizes and rewards for reaching reading goals. Fill out WAVES survey and get a sweet treat. For more information visit www.ccpl.org or call 805-6817.
READING WAVE: ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAM for ages 18 and up continues until July 31 at all Charleston County Library branches. Reading Wave rewards adults for reading with weekly prizes and an awesome grand-prize package. Read alongside Charleston County’s youth and cash in. For more information visit www.ccpl.org or call 805-6817.
SAUL ALEXANDER GALLERY EXHIBIT for all ages continues until July 31 at the Main Library downtown. Artist Isabel Forbes will exhibit her work in the Saul Alexander Gallery. This exhibit will feature scenes from her travels between the Upstate and Lowcountry of South Carolina. Call 805-6930 for information.