Info session to be held for mission work
First Presbyterian Church of Beaufort will sponsor an information session on international water needs on Tuesday, June 7. Special speakers will be Kevin Herr, churches coordinator for the Water Mission agency located in Charleston and Doug Lawson of Anderson, S.C. who also serves as Chief Engineer of the Uganda Water Mission project. A summer meal will be provided, starting at 6 pm with the program at 6:30. If you plan to attend the dinner, please contact Church Office Administrator Inda Walker, (843) 524-3051 prior by June 5.
Beaufort Sport Fishing & Diving Club to meet
The Beaufort Sport Fishing and Diving Club’s June meeting will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2016 at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club located on Lady’s Island off of Meridian Road. The social begins at 6:30 pm and the meeting will begin at 7:00 pm. Well know local news columnist and fishing guide Captain Collins Doughtie will be the guest speaker for the June meeting. Captain Doughtie will speak on Spanish Mackerel fishing using planers, spoons and live baits. He will also discuss locations, local tides, rods and reels and other related equipment. During the June meeting there will be another $50.00 drawing sponsored by Beaufort Boat & Dock Supply. Those attending will also receive the New DNR Artificial Reef Guide. Guests are welcomed and you do not need a reservation. For additional information please contact Captain Frank Gibson at 843-522-2122 or email fgibson@islc.net.
Local church announces Vacation Bible School
All are invited to Vacation Bible School (VBS) at Port Royal Baptist Church – for ages 4 to adults! The theme is “SUBMERGED – Finding Truth Below the Surface!” based on Psalm 139: 23-24. VBS will be held June 26-30th from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at 707 Pinckney Blvd. (Ribaut Road near the Naval Hospital) in Port Royal. For more information visit www.portroyalbaptist.org or call 843-521-1994.
Upcoming library events
Hilton Head Branch Library: 11 Beach City Road, Hilton Head
Meditation Mondays: Meditation is a great way to promote wellbeing by grounding oneself to feel more focused in today’s fast-paced world. Soft chairs are available; to sit cross-legged, please bring a cushion.
Time and Date: Monday, June 6th, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
For additional info: Lauren Read, 843-255-6531, lread@bcgov.net
Bluffton Branch Library: 120 Palmetto Way, Bluffton
Strings Petting Zoo: Do you know the difference between the violin, the viola and the cello? Get in the game and learn how to hold and play a stringed instrument! Then, enjoy a concert by young musicians.
Time and Date: Tuesday, June 7th, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
For additional info: Bluffton Branch Library Children’s Room, 843-255-6510
St. Helena Branch Library: 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road, St. Helena
Crafternoons: Come make something fun. Crafts help to get your fingers and hands moving! Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Ages 3+
Time and Date: Wednesday, June 8th at 1:00pm
For additional info: 843-255-6540
Hilton Head Branch Library: 11 Beach City Road, Hilton Head
Happy Birthday, Donald Duck!: We’re celebrating Donald Duck’s birthday with lots of silly activities, so come on and join in all the fun! For ages 5 and up.
Time and Date: Thursday, June 9th, from 2:00pm-3:00pm
For additional info: Hilton Head Branch Library, 843-255-6529
For information on any of the programs, visit beaufortcountylibrary.org or call (843) 255-6456.
