Sea Island Quilters to meet June 15
The Sea Island Quilters will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 15, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 157 Lady’s Island Drive.
There will be quilting lessons, fun and camaraderie.
Contact president Donna McCoy at themccoys@hargray.com.
Island Girls Night Out coming to Halo Salon
Island Girls Night Out, an opportunity to socialize, win prizes and make new friends will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, June 15, at Halo Salon & Spa at 184 Sea Island Parkway.
Experts will share hair tips and lots of fun ideas.
Youth conference coming to Seabrook
The 4th Annual Youth Conference will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 17, at Mount Carmel Baptist Church at 367 Keans Neck Road in Seabrook.
Young men and women ages 6-17 are invited. Lunch will be provided.
For more information, contact Gaynelle Dantzler at 843-812-2056.
Meet creatures of night at Hunting Island park
Creatures of the Night, a free program at Hunting Island State Park, will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 17.
These educational programs, presented by Gryphon Den, are devoted to creating awareness in humans of our natural world. It is both state and federally licensed to care for and present live educational programs on raptors and mammals.
For more information, call 843-838-2011.
Wine & Art presenting Textures and Techniques
A program on Textures and Techniques led by Audrey Montgomery will be held from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, June 15, at Wine & Art on Boundary Street.
The cost is $90.
For more information, contact Cynthia Zeiss at crz9323@embarqmail.com.
Port Royal Baptist to hold Bible school
Vacation Bible School at Port Royal Baptist Church on Ribaut Road at the Naval Hospital in Port Royal will be held from 6-8:30 p.m. Sunday, June 25, to Thursday, June 29.
The theme is “Galactic Starveyors: Come and See the God Who is Over the Moon” for you.
This program is for all ages. An optional supper will be available at 5:15 p.m. during the Bible school.
Register online at www.portroyalbaptist.org or call the church at 843-521-1994.
Revolutionary War to be topic at library
A program about the state’s Revolutionary War heritage will be presented at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 28, at the Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott St.
Doug Bostick, executive director of the South Carolina Battlefield Preservation Trust, will be the featured speaker.
There is limited space and people will be seated on a first come, first seated basis. Seating begins 20 minutes before program.
This program is co-sponsored by the Beaufort County Historical Society. It is for ages 12 and up.
Library launching summer reading program
The Beaufort County Library team is gearing up for its summer reading season.
Children of all ages, teens and adults can register for the program at any of the library’s locations, including the library’s new Bookmobile. The program’s premise is simple: Participants read books to win prizes. Participants choose what they want to read, and points are issued along the way.
In addition to the reading component, participants can attend events built upon this year’s theme, “Build a Better World.” Teens, children and families can participate in events centered on building structures, miniature cars, space crafts and LEGOs.
Staff from the South Carolina Aquarium will visit some branches.
The program and events are free to Beaufort County residents. Visit BeaufortCountyLibrary.org/Summer-Reading to learn more.
Volunteer orientation at Habitat for Humanity
Wondering how you might be able to help LowCountry Habitat for Humanity?
Attend their Volunteer Orientation held at 10 a.m. the second Saturday of every month at 616 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort. Volunteer opportunities exist in every area of operations at LowCountry Habitat; there is a need for all types of abilities and skill levels.
For more information, contact Lee McSavaney, volunteer coordinator at 843-522-3500 or email info@lowcountryhabitat.org.
Starving Artist Market returns to Port Royal
The Starving Artists Market, an open air art market featuring all original arts and crafts, is re-opening.
It is located at 1503 Paris Ave. in Port Royal and will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays through mid-December weather permitting.
In addition to arts, crafts and antiques, there will be art demonstrations and art market T-shirts.
Local fine artists, crafters or local antique dealers who wish to participate should call or text Jim Torcum at 843-592-4285 for more information.
Tsa Lung yoga is offered at TheraVista
The public is invited to “experience the self-healing practice of Tsa Lung, an ancient Tibetan Bon tradition,” from 4-5:30 p.m. Sundays at TheraVista: Haven for the Awakening Soul. A gratitude offering of $10-$20 is suggested.
TheraVista: Haven for the Awakening Soul is at 263 Brickyard Point Road on Lady’s Island.
Visit theravista.org or email Emily at emilydfj@gmail.com.
