Staff reports | The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition last week announced provisional plans to hold its 39th annual celebration of wildlife art and the great outdoors in downtown Charleston on Feb. 11 to Feb. 14. For the first time — in recognition of health and safety — the organization will limit the number of tickets to a quarter of its typical capacity and will suspend transportation and shuttle services.
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COMMENTARY, Brack: Legislature needs to wake up on environment
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
NEWS BRIEFS: 39th Southeastern Wildlife Expo set for Feb. 11-14
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MYSTERY PHOTO: Hers, not his
CALENDAR: City to hold two more holiday market weekends; Free parking
Staff reports | The College of Charleston will host a political discussion entitled The Great Divide: Political Civility Past and Present at 6 p.m. Oct. 9 in the Sottile Theatre.
Political veterans from across the Carolinas will share stories of controversy and collaboration in policymaking as well as their experiences in working across the aisle for the good of the country. The discussion will allow for reflection on how politics has changed over time, from an era of cooperation to an era of conflict.
Staff reports | The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition returns to Charleston starting Feb. 16 for the annual three-day sportsman’s extravaganza that brings thousands to the Holy City to enjoy wildlife and nature-oriented activities. An awards dinner is set for Feb. 14, followed by private viewing hours and a gala on Feb. 15.
This year, wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy everything from art auctions and sales to balls, oyster roasts and wildlife tours. There will be education events, such as the Feb. 18 discussion by Garden & Gun on the future of oyster aquaculture, and fun events, such as the always-popular Dock Dogs performances.
Staff reports | Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) is hosting the 2017-2018 Federal Junior Duck Stamp judging in Charleston. The public is invited to attend the judging at Charleston Music Hall on Friday, April 21. This is the 25th year for the Junior Duck Stamp program and the first time the federal judging has been held in Charleston.
Whale of a Sale: Feb. 16 to Feb. 18, College Center, Trident Technical College. The Junior League of Charleston’s huge garage sale this year has a new location. There’s also a three-hour “Sponsor Splash” that starts 6 p.m. Feb. 16 for early shoppers, who will enjoy music, food and more as they peruse the array of goods. Learn more about times and costs.
(NEW) Southeastern Wildlife Exposition: Feb. 17 to Feb. 19, around downtown Charleston. Break out your khakis and camos for the annual wildlife event that draws tens of thousands to Charleston for great food, Dock Dogs, art, an auction and more. Check out the whole calendar here.
Ain’t Misbehavin’: 10 shows from Feb. 17 to March 5, Midtown Theatre @Duvall Center, 2816 Azalea Drive, North Charleston. This popular jazz musical review that won lots of awards will have nighttime and matinee shows and feature classic jazz hits. Tickets are $35 for adults; $25 for students. Times and more.
Check out our weekly listing of cool coming events. This week: Stuff for Valentine’s Day, a speech and several plays.
Ahead: Plays, the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition, Valentine’s fun. Check it out.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, one of America’s most dog-friendly destinations, is offering free annual memberships to families that adopt a dog from a Lowcountry animal shelter or pet adoption program.
The Southeastern Wildlife Exhibition — that three-day celebration of wildlife and nature (umm, more than folks drinking beer and partying outside) — comes to down on Valentine’s weekend with lots of stuff for families to enjoy.
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