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Friday, September 3

Our Lady of Mercy offering engraved bricks
The Memorial Garden Committee of Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish is again offering engraved bricks for the Memorial Garden adjacent to the Church. Two hundred bricks have already been engraved. These bricks are an ideal way to commemorate anniversaries, baptisms, first communions, memorials, and any special occasion . For more info, call Nancy Biddlecom at 795-0002.

Surf Seining at Folly Beach County Park
Gain a new perspective on creatures of the surf zone. Anchovy, pompano, kingfish, stingray, crab, and even a squid have shown up in our net. A registered and paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 and under. Advance registration required. 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Course # 23559. Age: 6 & up. Fee: $9. For more info, call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.

Moonlight Mixer at the Folly Beach Fishing Pier
Dance the night away under the stars at the Folly Beach Fishing Pier as local DJ Jim Bowers spins the hottest oldies and beach music around! Beverages will be available for purchase on site. Food and snacks will be available Call (843) 795-4386 for more info. Ages 3 & up. Tickets: $10.

2nd Annual Lowcountry Jazz Festival
September 3-5 at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. Performers include Spyro Gyra; saxophone journeyman Euge Groove, formerly of Tower of Power; Paul “Shilts” Weimar, former bandleader of Down To The Bone; and noted Charleston jazz musician Charlton Singleton. For more info, visit www.lowcountryjazz.com or call (704) 534-4228.

Saturday, September 4

Team Charleston 2010 Climbing Training Sessions
Team Charleston is for youth who wish to take their climbing to the next level. Practice is four hours/week for nine months during the school year at James Island County Park. Competitions will be held throughout the southeast. Register by calling 795-4386 or contact rlavarnway@ccprc.com for more info. Sept. 4-Dec 31. Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. & Tuesdays from 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Ages 10 – 17. Course # 23525. Fee: $325.

Sunday, September 5

4th Annual Lowcountry Wine and Beer Festival
The Annual Lowcountry Wine and Beer Festival, sponsored by Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic, will offer an array of fabulous wines from around the world, lowcountry cuisine, fine craft beers, and jazz by the Cobblestone Quartet. Freshfields Village from 4:00 – 7:30 PM. Tickets are $30 in advance, $35 day of and may be purchased at Freshfields Guest Services, New Moon Pizzeria and Pub, Schoen Ace Hardware, Bishop Gadsden Pharmacy, Charleston Crab House, Cloud 9 Spa Therapy, Fosberg’s Wine and Spirits, and The Toddy Shop.

Monday, September 6

Labor Day

Tuesday, September 7

The Heart of the Caregiver small group meeting
A small group for women caring for family members who are affected by disabilities, chronic illness or age related issues. Every Tuesday from 9:30-11 a.m. at James Island Christian Church off Folly Road. For more info, visit www.theheartofthecaregiver.com or e-mail the.caregiver@comcast.net.

Wednesday, September 8

Charleston Restaurant Week
September 8 – September 19. A three-course meal will be $30 at fine dining restaurants and $20 at casual dining restaurants. More than 50 restaurants are expected to participate. For more information, please visit www.restaurantweekcharleston.com.

Public hearing on I-526 extension
James Island Charter High School, 1000 Fort Johnson Road, James Island. Open house from 5 to 6 p.m. with a formal presentation at 6 p.m. More info is available at www.scdot.org/I526 or the Johns Island library. For additional info, contact program manager David Kinard at (803) 737-1963. Persons with disabilities who may require special accommodations should contact Karen Davis at (803) 737-1549.

Thursday, September 9

Jewish Rosh Hashanah/Feast of Trumpets

Meet Dr. Ellegala at The Tides
Meet Dr. Dilan Ellegala, a neurosurgeon at the Medical University who also does mission work around the world. A meet and greet will be held at 7 p.m. at the Tides (Holiday Inn) and will include a celebration of Dr. Ellegala’s achievements. Please join us and meet Folly’s Home Town Heroes.

Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Classes – Intro to SUP
SUP are a “go anywhere” water craft suitable for lakes, marshes, lazy rivers, ocean coasts, and the dynamic surf zone. Get started right with instruction in safety and proper technique that will allow you to progress comfortably at your own pace. Pre-registration required. 5:30 – 7 p.m. at James Island County Park. Course # 23339. Fee: $18. For more info, call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.

After School Adventure Paddle
Come paddle with us after school at James Island County Park! We’ll spend some time reviewing and learning basic kayak strokes and play some fun paddling games. Advance registration required. 3:30p.m.-6 p.m. Course # 23610. Age: 6-12. Fee: $12. For more info, call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.

The Heart of the Caregiver small group meeting
A small group for women caring for family members who are affected by disabilities, chronic illness or age related issues. Every Thursday from 12 – 2 p.m. at Seacoast Church on Long Point Road in Mount Pleasant. For more info, visit www.theheartofthecaregiver.com or e-mail the.caregiver@comcast.net.

Friday, September 10

Folly Beach Bird Walks
Birding experts from the County Parks and the South Carolina Audubon Society explore the northeast of Folly Island. We hope to see songbirds as well as a variety of shorebirds and seabirds such as migrating warblers, thrushes, tanagers and buntings. The program is free, however pre-registration is required. 8:30am-10:30am. Course # 23556. Meet at Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve. For more info, call 795-4386.

Sunset kayak tour from Sunrise Park Harbor
Close out your work week with a relaxing tour and a watery view of the Charleston skyline. We’ll paddle from Sunrise Park past the Battery, to Wappoo Cut Boat Landing. Advance registration required. 5:15p.m.-8:30p.m. Course # 23337. Age: 16 & up. Fee: $36. For more info, call 795-4386.

Saturday, September 11

Patriot’s Day

OPEN by Charleston Regional Alliance for the Arts
This is a multi-disciplinary arts event, open to the public, featuring an abundance of artistic and cultural offerings in the tri-county area. Come experience a cultural marketplace of interactive arts booths where you can buy tickets, memberships and merchandise. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Memminger Auditorium, 56 Beaufain St. Downtown Charleston. For more info, visit www.artscharleston.org or call 577-5288.

Folly Pier Fishing Tournament
Come join us for a fishing tournament at the second largest pier on the east coast! Registration begins at 6:00 a.m. and takes place on-site only. Tournaments end at 4 p.m. and prizes awarded at 4:15 p.m. For more info, call the Folly Beach Fishing Pier at 588-3474. Ages 3 & up. Fee: $12

Leslie McCravy Memorial Run/Walk
8 a.m. at the Folly Beach Pier. Registration Fee: $30 for adults and $15 for children. Register on www.active.com, or visit www.pethelpers.org/LeslieMcCravyRun.html for more information. Proceeds to benefit Pet Helpers.

Sunday, September 12

Grandparent’s Day

Dog Day Afternoon
All dogs are invited to a pool party at North Charleston’s Wannamaker County Park! Large dogs are invited to enjoy the wave pool and smaller dogs can take a dip in Otter Bay. Tickets: $10 and advance purchase is recommended. Noon – 5 p.m. Call 795-4386 for more info.

OLGC Sunday school class orientation
Orientation for Our Lady of Good Counsel Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD) Sunday school classes will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. in Fr. Kelly Hall. Classes begin the following Sunday and are open for students in kindergarten through 8th grade. For more info, call the Parish Office Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 Noon.

Tuesday, September 14

Day of Caring
Visit Trident United Way’s website for more info at www.tuw.org.

The Heart of the Caregiver small group meeting
A small group for women caring for family members who are affected by disabilities, chronic illness or age related issues. Every Tuesday from 9:30-11 a.m. at James Island Christian Church off Folly Road. For more info, visit www.theheartofthecaregiver.com or e-mail the.caregiver@comcast.net.

Wednesday, September 15

Backpacking Fundamentals: Outdoor Gourmet
This program is a gourmet introduction to the basics of outdoor stoves, meal planning, and cooking. The menu will include several meals and desserts, all easy to prepare and pack. Taste testing will be included! Advance registration required. 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Course # 23266. Age: 16 & up. Fee: $24. Meet at CCPRC headquarters. For more info, call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.

Storytime at Folly Beach Library
Starting at 10:30 am. 55 Center Street. For more info, call 588-2001.

Thursday, September 16

The Heart of the Caregiver small group meeting
A small group for women caring for family members who are affected by disabilities, chronic illness or age related issues. Every Thursday from 12 – 2 p.m. at Seacoast Church on Long Point Road in Mount Pleasant. For more info, visit www.theheartofthecaregiver.com or e-mail the.caregiver@comcast.net.

Friday, September 17

Constitution Day

Moonlight Mixer at the Folly Pier
From 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. at the Folly Beach Fishing Pier. Local DJ Jim Bowers will spin the hottest oldies & beach music around. Beverages, food and snacks will be available for purchase. Only 600 tickets will be sold for this event. No refunds or exchanges. Call 795-4386 for more info. Fee: $10.

Saturday, September 18

Yom Kippur

Jane Austen Society
The JAS begins its 17th year with varied programs based on the theme of “Connections”. Today, Chris Taylor will explore Jane’s connection with the slave trade, the West Indies and Charleston. We invite any who are interested in Jane Austen’s life, her works and her times to join us. We will meet at 1:30 p.m. at the Berkeley Electric building, 3351 Maybank Hwy., Johns Island. For more info, call 768-6453.

Monday, September 20

Folly Beach Library: Meet the Director
Patrons are encouraged to come meet with the new Charleston County Library Director, Doug Henderson, at 4 p.m. to give their opinions on how we can better serve them. 55 Center Street. For more info, call 588-2001.

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