Palmetto Artisans Pathway to Careers and Youth Employment Working Group

October 22, 9:30 AM @ Tourism and Livability Conference Room

Palmetto Resident/Business/Tourism Collaboration Working Group

October 22, 2:00 PM @ BNS Conference Room

Committee on Recreation

October 22, 3:30 PM @ City Hall, First Floor Conference Room

Committee on Public Safety

October 22, 4:30 PM @ City Hall, First Floor Conference Room

Committee on Traffic and Transportation

October 22, 5:15 PM @ City Hall, First Floor Conference Room

Committee on Public Works and Utilities

October 23, 2:30 PM @ City Hall, First Floor Conference Room

Committee on Real Estate

October 23, 3:30 PM @ City Hall, First Floor Conference Room

Committee on Ways and Means

October 23, 4:30 PM @ City Hall, Council Chamber

City Council

October 23, 5:00 PM @ City Hall, Council Chamber

City of Charleston's 350 Steering Committee

October 24, 8:00 AM @ Charles Towne Landing: Visitor's Center Classroom

Tourism Commission

October 24, 5:00 PM @ City Hall, Council Chamber

Committee on Community Development

October 25, 4:30 PM @ City Hall: Council Chamber

Muncipal Golf Course Commission

October 25, 5:00 PM @ 2110 Maybank Highway

Commission on Disability Issues

October 26, 4:00 PM @ 2 George Street: Public Meeting Room, First Floor

Charleston Farmers Market

October 20, 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

October 24, 3:00 PM - 6:00 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

October 27, 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

October 24, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM @ Gaillard Center Public Meeting Room

Technical Review Committee

October 25, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Building Inspection Conference Room

Technical Review Committee

October 25, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Building Inspection Conference Room

Board of Architectural Review - Small

October 25, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM @ Gaillard Center Public Meeting Room

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

October 20, 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

October 22, 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)

"Let's Play" Days: Four Square

October 22, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Hazel Parker Playground

Children and their families will have the opportunity to try and sample new sports and activities in a fun, relaxed setting. All equipment will be provided.

House of Terror (See Details)

October 22, 5:00 PM - October 26, 7:00 PM @ St. Julian Devine Community Center

Test your courage in our haunted house, filled with rooms of thrills and chills! Children 12 and under must enter with an older sibling or adult.

Uplift M.E. (Fall)

October 22, 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.

Edible Hour

October 23, 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

October 23, 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.

Pre-School Ballet

October 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 3-5, Activity #280131)

AWCCC Halloween Event

October 24, 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM @ Arthur W. Christopher Community Center

Come out to AWCCC for a night filled with fun festivities for the whole family. There will be games, food, and prizes awarded. (Ages 12 and under)

Kids Yoga (See Details)

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

Children will learn how to focus and center themselves with various breathing and visualization techniques. They will also learn self-respect and respect for others with the practice of fun and challenging poses. We will practice partner and group poses and incorporate lots of yoga games, breathing and basic anatomy. Ages: 7-11 Dates: Thursdays, October 4th-25th Time: 3:30pm-4:30pm Cost: $60.00 for a 4-week session Activity #280270

Pumpkin Painting Party

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

Join your friends at the playground to decorate a kooky or spooky Halloween pumpkin. This event is BYOP (Bring your own pumpkin!) All decorating supplies will be provided. Registration is required. (Activity #: 480022)

Bird Brains

October 25, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Tiedemann Park Nature Center & Playground

This series of programs will introduce your kids to the wonderful world of birds and their wide range of habitats. Learn through short lessons, arts/crafts and other activities about these feathered friends. Series of 4 classes. Minimum registration: 4 children. (Ages 7-11, Activity #: 482600)

U.S. Kids Golf Learning Program

October 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.

Art with the Masters (Fall Session)

October 25, 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)

Going Batty at Tiedemann (See Details)

October 26, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Tiedemann Park Nature Center & Playground

Get a jump start on your Halloween Celebration with this fun filled program all about BATS! Learn about local species of bats, fascinating adaptations including echolocation, and other fun facts. (Ages 5-10, Activity #: 482718)

Art Workshop: Halloween

October 27, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Bees Landing Recreation Center

Participants will do a themed art project each month. Pre-registration is required. All materials are provided in the cost of the class. (Ages 6-12, Activity #: 171902)

Pre-School Ballet

October 29, 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)

"Let's Create" Day

October 29, 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)

Uplift M.E. (Fall)

October 29, 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.

Edible Hour

October 30, 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)

Pre-School Ballet

October 31, 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)

Halloween & Costume Party

October 31, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Shaw Community Center

The kids at Shaw will vote on which kid has the best costume for Halloween and top it off with a party after the friendly competition. (Ages 5-18)

Ghostly Get Together

October 31, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Bees Landing Recreation Center

Bees Landing will host a family-oriented haunted house along with a safe trick-or-treating alternative. There will be candy, games, crafts, and jump castles that are sure to make your Halloween special. Don't forget to dress your best for the costume contest! Prizes for the costume contest will be awarded at 6:30pm. (Ages 12 and under, Activity #: 471001)