Home & Garden Events
Today
Oyster Roast
What: Riverland Terrace Garden Club's Oyster Roast will feature oysters, hotdogs, chili, beer and homemade desserts. A silent auction and music included. Proceeds go to community projects of the garden club.
When: 2:30-5 p.m. Jan. 22.
Where: Bowen's Island, 1800 Bowen's Island Road.
Price: $25.
More Info: 795-7145 or 762-1243.
Monday
Azalea Society
What: Azalea Society of America: Rev. John Drayton Chapter will have a presentation by Miles Beach on a recent visit to French gardens.
When: 6:30 p.m. Jan. 23
Where: Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, 3550 Ashley River Road.
Price: Annual dues are $25.
More Info: 571-1266.
Thursday
Preservation Society
What: The Preservation Society of Charleston will hold its annual membership meeting and Carolopolis Awards Program. The program recognizes outstanding achievement in exterior preservation, restoration and rehabilitation in Charleston. A reception with light refreshments will follow.
When: 7 p.m. Jan. 26.
Where: The Riviera Theatre, 227 King St.
Price: Free.
More Info: 722-4630 or www.PreservationSociety.org.
Friday
Home, design show
What: Thousands of the newest and finest custom home products will be showcased by many Charleston companies.
When: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Jan. 27; 10 a.m-6 p.m., "Kitchens, Baths + All That Jazz" party 7-10 p.m. Jan. 28; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 29.
Where: Gaillard Municipal Auditorium, 77 Calhoun St.
Price: Free admission Jan. 27 during regular show hours; $7 adults, children 12 and under free Jan. 28 and 29; "Kitchens, Baths + All That Jazz" party $15
More Info: 577-7652 or www.charlestonhomeanddesignshow.com.
Saturday
Textile Workshop Series
What: Knitting instructor Tamara Goff returns to teach a knitting technique that has swept through the fashion world this fall. Stranded Fair Isle knitting dates back over a century but is as current as today's fashion runways. Basic knowledge of knitting is required: cast on, knit and purl.
When: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Jan. 28.
Where: Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St.
Price: $25/member, $30/nonmember.
More Info: 722-2996 or www.charlestonmuseum.org/event.asp?ID=464.
Thursday, Feb. 2
Winter Cocktail Party
What: From toddies to toasting, this class will teach you hard-earned secrets for a good cocktail party.
When: 5:30 p.m. Feb. 2
Where: Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits, 85 East Bay St.
Price: $100
More info: charlestonacademyofdomesticpursuits.com.
Saturday, Feb. 4
Diorama workshop
What: Learn to make a diorama as well as how to preserve plants, construct false rocks, clouds and water, replicate textures and sculpt animals. All projects will be made from recycled materials and objects found in nature. Limited to 15 students ages 10 and up. Register in advance.
When: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Feb. 4.
Where: Hazel Parker Playground classrooms, 70 East Bay St.
Price: $29
More Info: 724-5003 or www.charlestonparksconservancy.org.
Gullah Celebration
What: Celebrate Gullah heritage with free programs every Saturday in February and March. Programs range from craft and cooking demonstrations to storytelling, music and dance performances. Bring the kids.
When: 2 p.m. Saturdays, Feb. 4-March 31.
Where: Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, 1254 Long Point Road.
Price: Free.
More Info: 881-5516 or www.nps.gov/chpi/index.htm.
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