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Auldbrass Wasn’t Rebuilt In a Day
When Joel Silver talks about Auldbrass, the Frank Lloyd Wright house in Yemassee, S.C., which he bought in 1986 and has been restoring for the last 15 years, filmmaking metaphors are often close at hand. Silver, Hollywood's top-grossing producer, likens the work on Auldbrass to one of his big-budget action pictures (''Lethal Weapon,'' ''Die… read more »
In the Kitchen with Chef Sherri Whitmire
Southern Hospitality Traveler - In the Kitchen with Chef Sherri Whitmire read more »
Full Circle Fotography - the lowcountry of south carolina
Full Circle Fotography presents - the lowcountry of south carolina read more »BEAUFORT AREA’S HUNTING ISLAND STATE PARK WINS 2013 TRIPADVISOR TRAVELERS’ CHOICE BEACHES AWARD
February 20, 2013, Beaufort, S.C. – The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce today proudly recognizes Hunting Island State Park as a recipient of the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice® Beaches awards. read more »BEAUFORT’S 10th ANNUAL SOFT SHELL CRAB FESTIVAL FEATURES FRESH SEAFOOD AND OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT
Beaufort celebrates the 10th anniversary of its annual Port Royal Soft Shell Crab Festival on Saturday, April 20, from noon to 5 p.m. at Old Village Port Royal (Port Royal, S.C.) The festival features the Lowcountry’s famous soft shell crabs served in a variety of styles by area chefs, as well as craft vendors, entertainment and activities… read more »A TASTE OF BEAUFORT FESTIVAL BRINGS OUT HISTORIC CITY’S LOWCOUNTRY FLAVOR
February 5, 2013, Beaufort, S.C. – A Taste of Beaufort, the annual food festival celebrating Lowcountry cuisine, returns to Beaufort’s Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park for its 14th year on Friday, May 3, and Saturday, May 4. The festival will feature fresh local seafood dishes and international foods, as well as a variety of wine and beer… read more »COASTAL LIVING NAMES BEAUFORT, SC ONE OF “AMERICA’S HAPPIEST SEASIDE TOWNS” 2013
January 10, 2013 - From bustling seaports lining the East Coast to tropical communities dotting the Hawaiian Islands, seaside towns are the ultimate places to relax and unwind. In celebration of the best places to work and play by the sea, Coastal Living reveals its second annual list of “America’s Happiest Seaside Towns,” an exclusive roundup of… read more »BEAUFORT DELIVERS HOLIDAY CHEER WITH VARIETY OF DECEMBER FESTIVITIES
Historic downtown Beaufort, S.C., brings the holidays to life this December with three days of celebration that include seasonal entertainment, shopping, Santa, and parades on land and by sea. read more »SC ART EDUCATION ASSOCIATION SELECTS THE CITY OF BEAUFORT FOR 2013 DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
October 24, 2012, Beaufort, S.C. – The South Carolina Art Education Association (SCAEA) has selected Beaufort, S.C., as the site for its annual professional development conference held in October 2013. read more »BEAUFORT WELCOMES 7TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL February 13 – 17, 2013
This February, the Beaufort International Film Festival returns to the historic waterfront city for its seventh year and will feature approximately 30 independent films and screenplays between February 13 and 17 at the University of South Carolina Beaufort’s Center for the Performing Arts. The three-day festival will conclude with an awards… read more »BEAUFORT’S ANNUAL PENN CENTER HERITAGE DAYS CELEBRATES CULTURAL HERITAGE OF THE GULLAH PEOPLE OF SEA
October 15, 2012, Beaufort, S.C. – The Penn Center Heritage Days Celebration, an annual festival that recognizes the Gullah heritage and its ties to West and Central Africa, as well as the Lowcountry, occurs this year from November 8 to November 10 in Beaufort, S.C. The three-day event is hosted by Penn Center, a museum and cultural center… read more »BEAUFORT’S PARISH CHURCH OF ST. HELENA CELEBRATES TRICENTENNIAL WITH FALL CONCERT SERIES
The Parish Church of St. Helena commemorates its 300-year anniversary with its Tricentennial Fall Concert Series this October and November in Beaufort, S.C. read more »EXCHANGE CLUB’S 20TH ANNUAL BEAUFORT GHOST TOURS BEGIN OCTOBER 12
This October, the Exchange Club of Beaufort’s annual ghost tours reach a 20-year milestone of retelling haunted stories about the historic town. Ghost tours begin on October 12 and all proceeds will go toward the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA) of Beaufort, a nonprofit organization that offers community and school-based education… read more »THE 18TH ANNUAL BEAUFORT SHRIMP FESTIVAL BRINGS SHRIMP FLAVOR & FUN TO HISTORIC CITY’S WATERFRONT
October 2, 2012, Beaufort, S.C. – This weekend marks the 18th annual Beaufort Shrimp Festival for Beaufort, S.C. Consisting of local food, live music and contests, the free, two-day festival will be held at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park in downtown Beaufort on Friday, October 5 and Saturday, October 6. read more »
Discover the history, heritage and natural beauty of Beaufort, South Carolina
A 1 day tour of South Carolina from our Southeastern issue, Spring 2013. The Hunting Island historic lighthouse is the only lighthouse open to the public to climb in the state. Beaufort is the second oldest city in South Carolina and was founded in 1711 by the British. It has a rich history that dates back centuries, including ties to the… read more »Beaufort SC Historic Lowcountry Coastal Living
Why do people make the choices they do when it comes to deciding where to live? Lots of reasons come into play, of course. Closeness of family and friends, climate, activities, environment and cost of living are the primary reasons. A final decision usually weighs on a combination of all of the above. If you like mild, warm weather, the fresh… read more »Goin’ Down the River
Buddy and Zoo might have been surprised to hear one thing Thursday at the Beaufort Historical Society's talk about the new book, "Goin' Down the River: Fish Camps of the Sea Islands." Those two men went down the river so many weekends to their rustic camp on Pritchard's Island that a Beaufort County public boat ramp is now named for the late… read more »Locomocean: Beaufort County celebrates World Oceans Day
Scoop it up and join in the celebration in various events around Beaufort County in June. Much of the debris collected by the community will be recycled into a large scale "Locomocean" assemblage at ARTworks by artist Terry Brennan— the public is invited to help him build too. read more »Travel: Beaufort, South Carolina
Just last year Beaufort celebrated its 300th birthday. This beguiling island town—residents call it “the vortex” for its power to draw you in—has plenty of history to celebrate. (Get the whole story at the town’s new visitor center, housed in an eighteenth-century arsenal.) But Beaufort doesn’t get stuck on its past. The town’s growing arts scene… read more »Ribaut Revisited
Centuries before the Marine Corps started training recruits on Parris Island, the French saw the land as an opportunity for religious freedom. Capt. Jean Ribaut and crew arrived on Parris Island 450 years ago, planted a stone pillar, claimed the land as a Huguenot refuge and got to work building Charlesfort, a triangular fort. All this was 25… read more »In Beaufort, SC, the Noise You Hear…
South Carolina is a state I’ve passed through many times during the last 30 years. Just about all of those instances have been on drives to or from Florida to escape winter and visit the in-laws and friends. read more »Market Watch Magazine: 10 Best Places to Retire in the U.S.
Where are the best places to retire in the U.S.? According to John Brady, founder of TopRetirements.com, the absolute best cities and towns for older Americans have good weather, access to health care, low property taxes, and a certain “wow” factor. Throw in access to adult education, cultural activities, job opportunities for older Americans,… read more »Retire Here, Not There South Carolina
For the more than 36 million Americans who will turn 65 in the coming decade, the best cities and towns to retire in now have a much higher bar to clear: They can't just be great places -- they have to be affordable. Each week, SmartMoney.com tours a different state to find less-expensive alternatives to the most well-known golden year… read more »Beaufort 300th birthday to bow out with a bang Dec. 31, usher in fourth century
Kicking off Beaufort's fourth century and saluting its 300 years of history with a bang will be the focus of Founders' Night II in the city's Waterfront Park Dec. 31. The event is free and family-oriented. read more »Art Comes Alive in Beaufort
Small town warmth and a thriving arts scene, mixed with the Lowcountry’s relaxed appeal, make Beaufort a jewel of he sea islands. What else could add to this cultural hotspot? The University of South Carolina Beaufort’s new Studio Art program, located on its Historic Beaufort campus. read more »Beaufort SC: A 300 Year Old Jewel Box of History, Culture, Seafood and Fun
Everywhere you turn in Beaufort, South Carolina, history calls out – from the gracefully restored antebellum homes to the centuries-old live oaks, from the fish-filled waters to the quiet graveyards and Sea Island cotton. These are just a few reasons why I love my city. read more »Beaufort Symphony Set to Open 26th Season
Local concertgoers are in for a rare treat on October 13th at 8:00pm and 16th at 3:00pm when The Beaufort Symphony opens its 2011-2012 season. Guest soloist, Alexander Pershounin will offer the Koussevitsky Bass Concerto, accompanied by the orchestra. Dr. Alexander Pershounin is Associate Professor of Bass at Columbus State University in… read more »Lt. Dan Weekend raises $70,000 for wounded vets
The second annual Lt. Dan Weekend raised $410,000 in contributions. After expenses are paid, about $70,000 will go to support wounded veterans through the Independence Fund, according to event organizers. read more »Twin Towers steel comes to Parris Island
The last time Justin Gaertner stood on the yellow footprints at Parris Island, his shoes were not attached to metal legs. He was a young buck only days out of high school when he stepped off a bus, was ordered to the painted footprints and told: "You are now aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, and you have just taken… read more »Easy Escapes | Hunting Island State Park promises paradise
Anyone searching for heaven on Earth could reach a peak at Hunting Island State Park. Entering this Atlantic Ocean-side park, on U.S. 21 about 20 miles southeast of Beaufort, motorists won’t find the turn for the gatehouse until two miles past the welcome sign. Riding the park roads to reach its 5-mile-long coastline, visitors might feel small… read more »
