Milky Way expedition
The Milky Way galaxy is about to be in perfect position for late summer and early fall viewing in Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge. Head out to the beach on Bulls Island with Coastal Expeditions, away from light pollution, to see it as it appears in the sky. The first trip coincides with the Perseids meteor shower, making it an exciting double feature for photographers and stargazers.
Aug. 10. Ferry departs at 7:45 p.m. $75/ticket. Garris Landing. S-10-1170. Awendaw. coastalexpeditions.com
Stephen Marley concert
Beer collective The Whale will be pouring their finest selection of beers to the tunes of award-winning singer, songwriter and producer Stephen Marley this weekend at The Refinery, and you’re not going to want to miss out. The second eldest son of reggae legend Bob Marley, Stephen Marley’s music has earned him eight Grammy Awards from his solo works to family collaborations and production credits. Grab your tickets online.
Aug. 6. Show starts at 6 p.m. $31/ticket. The Refinery. 1640 Meeting St. Downtown. therefinerychs.com
Chow Town Food Truck Rodeo
Head to Seabrook Island for the second annual run of this rootin’ tootin’ food truck festival before the end of the season. With two dates set for August, there’s still time to enjoy a great variety of food trucks bringing tasty treats to the streets of Seabrook Island and live performances from a variety of acclaimed and local bands.
Aug. 9. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Menu prices vary. Seabrook Island Town Hall. 2001 Seabrook Island Road. townofseabrookisland.org
Fossil Fridays
Join the Charleston Museum’s curator of natural history Matthew Gibson to learn more about local fossils. A great opportunity for families of history lovers and dinosaur addicts, this weekly event lets you get hands-on experience with different fossils found in the Lowcountry and elsewhere. Gibson will also share what projects he is currently working on and help you identify your own fossil finds.
Fridays. 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free for members; free with museum admission.
Charleston Museum. 360 Meeting St. Downtown. charlestonmuseum.org
Chris Singleton book signing
Buxton Books in downtown Charleston is hosting Chris Singleton for a book signing celebrating his newest release, Stories Behind Stances. The author, motivational speaker and former minor league baseball player will explore various ways in which communities can learn to see beyond differences in his new book which seeks to change the culture of work environments and home lives for families that have been divided.
Aug. 5. 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Free. Buxton Books. 160 King St. Downtown. buxtonbooks.com
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