By Lanier Laney
The Center For the Arts (CFA) at the University of South Carolina Beaufort held the first of a series of small parties to celebrate its accomplishments and share its vision for the future with supporters. Marjorie Trask graciously opened her home for the event. Laura Dukes and Rick Kurtz, who are on the CFA Advisory Board, supplied the wonderful food and great Cakebread wine for the occasion.

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Other festivities around town following the Light Up the Night Boat Parade included a surprise 65th birthday party for longtime Beaufort resident, Benton Lutz.  Here are some pics from the fun musical event.

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