Upcoming Community Events: 5/4/2023

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ONGOING
WALTERBORO HARVEST EXCHANGE: Every Tuesday morning local fresh produce is available for free for pickup (as long as supplies last) at the Colleton Museum Market Shop, 506 E. Washington St. To learn more: www.gardenandgatherdfc.com/exchange
COFFEE WITH THE CLERK: Sensing that many people in Colleton County and Walterboro know very little of the role the Courthouse has in the community, Clerk of the Court Rebecca “Becky” Hill will be starting “Coffee with the Clerk,” a question and answer program that will run in the Press and Standard. “I would like people to know what goes on inside our local courtroom,” Hill said. “I would like anyone with a question to email it to clerk@colletoncounty.org, or go to their Facebook page and message their questions.” From there, she and members of the court will try and answer the questions posed.
TUESDAY BINGO: 7 p.m., Walterboro Elks Lodge, 236 Milestone Lane, Price is $13.50 for 15 games.
COTTAGEVILLE CONVERSATIONS: Join us on the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month at 4:30 pm for interesting conversations, unique presentations, and a variety of presenters and topics. Do you have a unique hobby or special interest that you would like to learn more about or perhaps lead a discussion on? Talk to a member of staff! Ask about our CC Schedule! Cottageville Library 72 Salley Ackerman Drive, Cottageville, SC 29435, 843-835-5621.
COTTAGEVILLE LIBRARY STORYTIME: Saturdays at 10:30 am. Followed by a craft, activity, game or short movie. Cottageville Library 72 Salley Ackerman Drive, Cottageville, SC 29435, 843-835-5621.
MAY 4
FAITH & ACTION MINISTRIES 2023 CAMP MEETING: May 4, 2023 with Bishop Corey AIken, Sr. at 7:00 PM nightly. We will be closing out our Camp Meeting on Sunday, May 7, 2023 with our regular church service at 11:00 AM, Rev. Tradd Williams at 1:00 PM and Pastor Seneca Conyers at 2:00 PM. Come on and bless the Lord with us! How pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together. 113 Santee Lane, Walterboro, SC.
May 5-6
DOUBLE D ARENA RODEO: 33rd Annual Pro Rodeo. 1256 Rodeo Drive, Walterboro. Gates open 5:30 p.m.; concert 6 p.m. (featuring Jason Lee Cook); rodeo starts 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 per adult (ages 10 and up), and $8 per child; Friday is Kids Night, in which one child 10 and under gets in free (one child per adult). Saturday is “Moms Dance Off” competition. This is a family-fun, alcohol-free event. Call 843-893-2001, ext. 3, or: www.walterbororodeo.com
MAY 6
PALMETTO BRICKS EXPO 2023: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 100 S. Jefferies Boulevard. This is a LEGO fans event, with free admission, but donations accepted, which will go to the preservation of at-risk historic buildings. Meet professional builders, see displays, raffle drawings. For more information: www.palmettobricks.com
BEDON BAPTIST CHURCH COMMUNITY YARD SALE: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; lunch from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Family Life Center, 2410 Cottageville Highway, Walterboro. ALSO: Vendors wanted. 10’ x 10’ booth space is available for community members who would like to sell yard sale items. The cost will be $10 for each space. You can rent more than one space. All vendors will be responsible for their own tables, chairs, and canopies. Electricity will not be available. Setting up of booths will begin at 8 a.m. For an application or more information, contact Debbie Gorrell at 843-538-8096, or dgorrell815@yahoo.com
TOWN-WIDE YARD SALE: 7 a.m.-3 p.m., 600 Minus St., St. George.
CCHS ALUMNI SOCCER MATCH: at CCHS stadium. Womens game: 5 p.m. Mens game 6 p.m. ($20 to participate). Donation to enter stadium. Activities include concessions, face painting and, more. Raffle ticket available for $1 apiece.
GARDEN CLUB SPRING PLANT SWAP: May 6th from 12 noon to 2 pm. Drop off: 12 – 1 pm, Pick-up: 1 – 2 pm. Meet your fellow green thumbs and plant lovers at this Cottageville Library Garden Club Spring Plant Swap! Rules: Bring a pest-free full-grown plant, cutting or rooted start to swap with others. You take home as many as you bring! Cottageville Library at 72 Salley Ackerman Drive, Cottageville, SC 29435. For more information call 843-835-5621.
PAGE TURNERS’ BOOK CLUB: May 6 at 3 pm. Title The Price of Tides by Pat Conroy. Cottageville Library at 72 Salley Ackerman Drive, Cottageville, SC 29435. For more information call 843-835-5621.
MAY 9
BLOOD DRIVE AT GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH: The next blood drive at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church at 106 May Street will be on May 8 from 1:00 until 7:00. Appointments may be make on-line. To save time giving history go to redcrossblood.org/rapidpass. This could save as much as 15 minutes. For information call Colleton County Blood Drive Coordinator Norma Weeks at 843-538-8950.
MAY 9
MARTINIS & ME 2023: 5:30-9 p.m., Eden at Gracefield, 3905 SC 64. Presented by Colleton County Arts Council. Go back to your roots in. your cowgirl boots! Ladies’ night of the year. A magical evening with a taste of country featuring spectacular views at a stunning venue. Plus shopping with local vendors, raffles, appetizers and a fun and trendy fashion show by some of the area’s hottest boutiques. $40 admission.
MAY 11-12, 15
COTTAGEVILLE LIBRARY CRAFT CLUB: DIY bed buddies, stress busters, rice cozies. May 11th at 5 pm. Cottageville Library at 72 Salley Ackerman Drive, Cottageville, SC 29435. For more information call 843-835-5621.
THE ADAMS FAMILY MUSICAL: 7 p.m., Colleton County High School spring musical.

INTRODUCING TEEN TIME: Second Saturday of each month at 1 pm. We want to hear about what interests you! Cottageville Library at 72 Salley Ackerman Drive, Cottageville, SC 29435. For more information call 843-835-5621.
MAY 18
LOWCOUNTRY LANDOWNERS ASSOCIATION SPRING MEETING: Thursday, May 18, 2023, Noon to 3 pm at Holly Bluff, 4677 Lowcountry Highway, Yemassee, SC 29945. Join us for an ACE Basin Conservation update. Following lunch, representatives from the organizations instrumental in establishing the ACE Basin Task Force over 30 years ago will reflect on the impacts of the nationally-recognized conservation project. Register to attend at: http://tinyurl.com/LLASpring23. Registration deadline is May 11th. For more information or to register by mail contact Janet Steele at 803-516-4209 or email jmwatt@clemson.edu.
MAY 20
FIRST COLLETON COUNTY SPRING FLING FESTIVAL: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., 4296 Old Charleston Highway. Food trucks, crafts, petting zoo, pony rides, bounce houses and much more. Vendors wanted. Contact SavannahvCulley at: culleyfarms@gmail.com
FREE WILL PREPARATION: 10 a.m., with the last appointment at 2:30 p.m. The Center for Heirs’ Property Preservation is sponsoring a free wills clinic at Ray T. Johnson/CTS Building, 229 Gruber Street, Walterboro. An appointment to meet with an attorney to draft and complete a simple will for free must be made by calling Brianna Roberts at 843-745-7055, or fax: 843-745-7054. (The Center for Heirs’ Property is located at 8570 Rivers Avenue, Suite 170 North Charleston, SC 29406).
MAY 20-21
MAY FESTIVAL: Johnsville Community 16th annual event. Starts Saturday. Line-up for parade at 10 a.m., parade starts 11 a.m., from Bethel United Methodist Church, 486 Johnsville Road. Parade ends at Johnsville Community Center, 2026 Community Ave. Festival follows parade, includes food, vendors, activities for young and old. Gospelfest 5 p.m., Sunday, also at park.
MAY 26-28
NEYLES COMMUNITY REUNION: 445 Featherbed Road, Round O. Event starts 6 p.m., Friday, May 26; begins noon Saturday, May 27’ and 10:30 a.m., Sunday, May 28. For more information, contact either of the following: Francis Simmons at 803-309-1052; Claretha Robinson at 843-991-1733; or Leslie Holmes at 843-562-6039.
MAY 29
MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY: 9 a.m., Waterfall Plaza, 245 E. Washington St. Keynote speaker will be Bob Tiegs, U.S. Navy veteran and Adjutant, American Legion Post 93. In case of bad weather, the ceremony will be moved to the American Legion building, 1852 Jefferies Highway.
JUNE 17-24
MISSION SERVE WALTERBORO: Additional details TBA at a later date.
JUNE 21-24
25TH ANNIVERSARY CAROLINA BILLFISH CLASSIC: Ten (10) TWT’s with 100% Payout! Outboard Engine TWT’s, $1,500 Heaviest Dolphin Winner take all TWT, 25th Release special prize, Live Music and Meals Every Evening, and more. Register online at https://www.reeltimeapps.com/live/tournaments/2023-carolina-billfish-classic/register. Online registration offers the opportunity to register and pay for the Carolina Billfish Classic and all TWT’s,;purchase additional awards ceremony meal tickets (eight included); purchase additional T-Shirts (six included in entry). Add your lady anglers, junior anglers, and all other angler information, plus request complimentary dockage at Charleston Harbor Marina, Schedule meals to be delivered to your boat Thursday and Friday and more.
JULY 21-23
13TH CLAYTON FAMILY REUNION: The descendants of Eddie & Amanda Clayton will hold their 13th Family Reunion in Walterboro. The theme will be “Honoring the Past and Embracing the Future As We Celebrate the Present.” All family members who have not yet been contacted and would like to attend, are asked to contact the Reunion Planning Committee at 678-592-1148, or visit the Family Reunion website for details and to register: http://www.eventcreate.com/e/eddieandamandaclaytonfamilyreunion
JULY 22
DAY OF UNITY: 10 a.m., Basketball tournament at Colleton County High School presented by C.O.R.E. Impact. This is an inaugural event for a new nonprofit that is working with the school system. (C.O.R.E. is an acronym for Community Of Relentless Empowerment) For tickets, as well as team and individual registration, visit: COREIMPACT.FAMILY
JULY 29
CHRISTMAS IN JULY: 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Bourbon Creek, 23746 Augusta Highway, Cottageville. Hosted by ABATE for the Colleton County Sheriff’s Office toy drive (benefits children and families in Colleton County in need at Christmas. Rain date July 30. Also seeking automobile enthusiasts to participate at the Bourbon Creek Bar & Grill, Highway 61, Cottagevlle. Contact: colcountabate@gmail.com
AUG. 1
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH: 6 p.m., Neyles Community Center, 445 Featherbed Road. School supplies will be given out. There will also be vendors and refreshments.