Racial Bias Audit Evaluation

September 24, 1:00 PM @ 2 George Street, Public Meeting Room, First Floor

Committee on Ways and Means

September 25, 4:30 PM @ Bishop Gadsden: Blackmer Hall

City Council

September 25, 5:00 PM @ Bishop Gadsden: Blackmer Hall

Charleston's 350th Celebration Commission

September 26, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM @ City Hall, Council Chamber

Charleston Farmers Market

September 22, 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM @ Marion Square

Founded by Mayor Joe Riley in 1988 with the Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service, the CFM is produced by the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs, in cooperation with the City of Charleston Parks Department and Special Events Committee. Located in historic Marion Square, the CFM has been ranked by Travel and Leisure magazine as one of the top 10 farmers markets in the nation and the City Paper's annual "Best Of" edition has proclaimed the CFM as "Best Outdoor Event" and/or "Best Attraction" for five years running. The CFM is open each Saturday, from April through November, 8:00am to 2:00pm with select Sundays and adjusted hours during the Piccolo Spoleto Festival and Saturdays and Sundays during Holiday Magic in December. Attracting locals and visitors alike, the CFM is the community connection bringing together people from all parts of the Lowcountry and beyond.

West Ashley Farmers Market

September 26, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Ackerman

The WAFM is produced by the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs in cooperation with the City of Charleston Parks Department. The OCA has a long history of producing the highly successful Charleston Farmers Market. The WAFM is dedicated to the support and advocacy of local farmers and growers and features fresh seasonal produce, as well as sweet and savory foods from area vendors who source ingredients from nearby farms. The WAFM will build upon the success of the CFM by expanding access to local fresh food, supporting the local economy and local agriculture, providing a civic gathering place and opportunities for community engagement. A curated program of live entertainment and family-friendly activities will enhance the farmers’ market experience. Addressing one of the key strategies in the City of Charleston’s 2014 West Ashley Strategic Plan, the WAFM will help create community partnerships and reactivate civic spaces.

Charleston Farmers Market

September 29, 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM @ Marion Square

Founded by Mayor Joe Riley in 1988 with the Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service, the CFM is produced by the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs, in cooperation with the City of Charleston Parks Department and Special Events Committee. Located in historic Marion Square, the CFM has been ranked by Travel and Leisure magazine as one of the top 10 farmers markets in the nation and the City Paper's annual "Best Of" edition has proclaimed the CFM as "Best Outdoor Event" and/or "Best Attraction" for five years running. The CFM is open each Saturday, from April through November, 8:00am to 2:00pm with select Sundays and adjusted hours during the Piccolo Spoleto Festival and Saturdays and Sundays during Holiday Magic in December. Attracting locals and visitors alike, the CFM is the community connection bringing together people from all parts of the Lowcountry and beyond.

Board of Architectural Review - Large

September 26, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM @ Gaillard Center Public Meeting Room

Technical Review Committee

September 27, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Building Inspection Conference Room

Board of Architectural Review - Small

September 27, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM @ Gaillard Center Public Meeting Room

Neighborhood Cleaning Day

September 21, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Shaw Community Center

Shaw staff and kids will be hosting a neighborhood clean-up party. Ages: 5-18

"Courting Kids" Inner-City Tennis Program (Fall #1)

September 22, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM @ Charleston Tennis Center

This entry level program provides youth with affordable, quality tennis instruction on the Charleston Peninsula, West Ashley, and Johns Island. Call CTC or MTC for more information or e-mail jacksond@charleston-sc.gov.

Pre-School Ballet

September 24, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM @ Hazel Parker Playground

Children will learn ballet steps and explore movement to enhance creativity, individuality, and confidence. (Ages 2-4, Activity #280131)

Tumble Tots

September 24, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM @ Bees Landing Recreation Center

Young tumblers gain strength, flexibility, confidence, and social skills through fun, basic acrobatic floor work. Call for additional dates. (Ages 2-5, Activity #: 271110)

"Let's Create" Day

September 24, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Hazel Parker Playground

Children will have the opportunity to create art projects of their choice in a fun, relaxed setting. All materials will be provided with minimal direction from staff. (Activity #: 580702)

Get Golf Ready

September 24, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Municipal Golf Course

Get Golf Ready is a series of (five) 90 minute clinics meeting weekly designed to get everyone comfortable with playing the game of golf by covering all aspects of the game. It is a highly successful program developed by the PGA to help get people familiar with gold. The programs are recommended for beginners as well as advanced players. Each lesson involves five elements: instruction, instruction experience, information about playing the game, pace of play and fitness components. Sessions are led by PGA Master Instructor Boykin Powers.

Uplift M.E. (Fall)

September 24, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Arthur W. Christopher Community Center

This program is designed to uplift, motivate, and encourage young individuals in life. Sessions include nutrition and health, career building, self-worth, personal finance, social media, and other great personal development topics.

PopFit Kids (See Details)

September 25, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM @ Hazel Parker Playground

A fresh approach to kids fitness and healthy activity. (Ages 5-7, Activity #: 580199)

Edible Hour

September 25, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Hazel Parker Playground

This fun program, offered by Palmetto Kids Cooking, will get your kids interested in the kitchen. Our curriculum is designed for ages 4-13 and will empower your child to be more self-sufficient in the kitchen. each class is 60 minutes of guided hands-on cooking, nutrition education, and so much more! *All supplies are included. (Ages 4-13, Activity #: 480133)

U.S. Kids Golf Learning Program

September 25, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM @ Municipal Golf Course

The US Kids Golf After School Clinic Series is a series of (five) 90-minute clinics meeting over 5 consecutive weeks designed to get you through levels one, two, or three of the US Kids Golf Learning Program. The Learning Program is a ready-made and proven curriculum that features three levels of instruction booklets. In each of the three levels, players learn five core skills: Putting, Around the Green, Full Swing, Knowledge, and Scoring. Instruction led by PGA Master Instructor Boykin Powers. Call for additional dates.

Dance Tots

September 26, 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM @ James Island Recreation Complex

Young dancers will enjoy fun, festive songs and dance activities with props and stories! (Ages 2-5, Activity #: 572302)

Pre-School Ballet

September 26, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM @ Hazel Parker Playground

Children will learn ballet steps and explore movement to enhance creativity, individuality, and confidence. (Ages 3-5, Activity #280131)

Get Golf Ready (See Details)

September 26, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Municipal Golf Course

Get Golf Ready is a series of (five) 90 minute clinics meeting weekly designed to get everyone comfortable with playing the game of golf by covering all aspects of the game. It is a highly successful program developed by the PGA to help get people familiar with gold. The programs are recommended for beginners as well as advanced players. Each lesson involves five elements: instruction, instruction experience, information about playing the game, pace of play and fitness components. Sessions are led by PGA Master Instructor Boykin Powers. (Ages 18+, Activity #: 300210-15)

"Courting Kids" Inner-City Tennis Program (Fall #1)

September 27, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM @ Charleston Tennis Center

This entry level program provides youth with affordable, quality tennis instruction on the Charleston Peninsula, West Ashley, and Johns Island. Call CTC or MTC for more information or e-mail jacksond@charleston-sc.gov.

Elementary Hip-Hop

September 27, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Hazel Parker Playground

Dancers will stretch, learn fun choreography, and practice hip-hop isolations in a high-energy, positive, nurturing environment. Let's dance! (Ages 5-8, Activity #: 480135)

Marine Mayhem

September 27, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Tiedemann Park Nature Center & Playground

"Dive" into this series of classes with us as we look at the magnificent creatures that roam the world's oceans! Through short lessons, crafts, and other learning mediums, your child will leave with a greater appreciation of what is out there. Series of 4 classes. (Ages 5-10, Activity #: 482702)

African Drumming (Fall)

September 27, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ St. Julian Devine Community Center

In history, drumming and the use of percussive instruments have had a significant role in people's lives. The drum is a musical instrument with great power and presence that gives the pulse and backbone to the music it is incorporated with. (Ages 6+)

U.S. Kids Golf Learning Program

September 27, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM @ Municipal Golf Course

The US Kids Golf After School Clinic Series is a series of (five) 90-minute clinics meeting over 5 consecutive weeks designed to get you through levels one, two, or three of the US Kids Golf Learning Program. The Learning Program is a ready-made and proven curriculum that features three levels of instruction booklets. In each of the three levels, players learn five core skills: Putting, Around the Green, Full Swing, Knowledge, and Scoring. Instruction led by PGA Master Instructor Boykin Powers. Call for additional dates.

Art with the Masters (Fall Session)

September 27, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Bees Landing Recreation Center

Each week, this art class for all levels will focus on exploring the famous artists of our past. Children will then apply the ideas into their own creative pieces through drawings and paintings. (Ages 6-12, Activity #571203)

Huck Finn Fishing Festival

September 29, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM @ Colonial Lake Park

Come test your fishing skills at Colonial Lake with the Huck Finn Fishing Festival partnered with the Department of Natural Resources. Awards will be given to the top finishers in each age group. Concessions will be available for purchase. *Registration is the day of event at 8:30am.* Ages 8-12 Activity #: 382010

"Courting Kids" Inner-City Tennis Program (Fall #1)

September 29, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM @ Charleston Tennis Center

This entry level program provides youth with affordable, quality tennis instruction on the Charleston Peninsula, West Ashley, and Johns Island. Call CTC or MTC for more information or e-mail jacksond@charleston-sc.gov.