Park Circle Pride Festival
More than 40 events take place during the third annual Park Circle Pride, which kicks off next Tuesday. This North Charleston neighborhood becomes the epicenter for celebration of all things LGBTQ+. This year’s festival has expanded with additional events, workshops, panels, markets and more. Events are free, and donations are welcomed.
June 6-11. Event times vary. Free. Various locations in Park Circle. North Charleston. parkcirclepride.com
Floppin’ Flounder 5K
The Charleston Running Club has stepped up and taken over this year’s Floppin’ Flounder 5K, a charitable race to help raise funds for the Sullivan’s Island volunteer fire department. This year’s race runs a new course, but it should be familiar to long-time Floppin’ Flounder runners. Familiarize yourself with the course before race day, and get your running shoes on and get active for a good cause.
June 3-4. 8-11 a.m. Free. Sullivan’s Island Elementary School. 2015 Ion Ave. Sullivan’s Island. floppinflounder.com
Freshfields Village farmers market
Join Freshfields Village every Monday in June, July and August for a weekly farmers market. Pick from the freshest locally grown produce and handmade crafts all summer. With 17 vendors on the docket for this season, there’s sure to be something for everyone to take home and enjoy, including homemade sweet and salty kettle corn, small-batch spice blends, ready-to-go flower arrangements and more.
Mondays through August. 3-7 p.m. Free. Freshfields Village. 165 Village Green Lane. Kiawah Island. freshfieldsvillage.com
Father’s Day kids craft night
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and the team at East Bay Deli is here to make sure it’s as special as possible. Bring the kids to East Bay Deli in West Ashley to make dad a gift he’ll love to show off — a personalized picture frame perfect for a family photo. All supplies will be provided as well as an instant camera to take and print photos on the spot. Kids eat for free during kids night with the purchase of an adult meal.
June 8. 5-7 p.m. Free. East Bay Deli. 858 Savannah Hwy. West Ashley. eastbaydeli.com
Painting classes with Giselle Harrington
Artist and illustrator Giselle Harrington is offering painting classes at the James Island Arts and Cultural Center. Harrington’s classes focus on giving students a solid background on the traditional techniques of painting and drawing. Watercolor for beginners of all ages starts next Wednesday with five weekly sessions. Check online for more class options and to sign up.
June 7. 2-4 p.m. Prices vary. James Island Arts and Cultural Center. 1248 Camp Road. James Island. giselleharrington.com/classes
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