What to do Feb. 13-20

Schoolhouse Rock Live

The pop culture phenomenon is coming to life in fun-for-the-whole-family musical weekends in February. The Emmy Award–winning 1970s Saturday morning cartoon series taught history, grammar, math and more with clever tunes and is now set to light up the Queen Street Playhouse. The production follows Tom, a nerve-wracked teacher anxious about his first day, who tries to relax by watching TV.
Feb. 15; 3 p.m. Feb. 16; 6:30 p.m. Ticket prices vary. Queen Street Playhouse. 20 Queen St. Downtown. footlightplayers.net

Bluegrass Festival and Oyster Roast

Calling all oyster, music and beer lovers — fuel up at the second installment of the annual Bluegrass Festival and Oyster Roast at Folly Beach favorite Rita’s Seaside Grille. Jam all afternoon to local tunes by Mud Minnows, Riverfront Rascals and Highwater Honky — and enjoy the fresh grub. It doesn’t get any more Folly than this, folks.
Feb. 15. Noon to 5 p.m. Free to attend. Rita’s Seaside Grille. 2 Center St. Folly Beach. ritasseasidegrille.com

Valentine’s Day Candle Class

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a new tradition at Charleston Candle Co. Mix and create your own custom-scented soy wax candles with a selection of curated, certified-clean fragrance oils. Participants will take home two candles with their bespoke scents. Candles will need to dry and cool overnight — participants can pick up their candles anytime during store hours during the week.
Feb. 14. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. $55/person. Charleston Candle Co. 218 St. Philip St. Downtown. charlestoncandleco.com

Tech Tuesdays

Let young minds dive into the exciting world of technology at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry’s Tech Tuesdays, held every Tuesday through Feb. 25. Children have the chance to explore hands-on through a variety of fun robotic toys and interactive tech activities. Tech Tuesdays are designed to spark curiosity and inspire future innovators through creativity, problem-solving and teamwork.
Tuesdays through Feb. 25. 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Free with admission or membership. Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry. 25 Ann St. Downtown. explorecml.org

Give Kids a Smile Day

Dentists at Solomon Kids Dentistry (part of Best of Charleston 2023 winner Solomon Family Dentistry) are volunteering this weekend at their Summerville office to give free dental care to children as a part of the national Give Kids a Smile campaign. The office’s goal is to see 80 children in one day for free cleanings, free dental exams, face-painting and family fun at the dentist’s office. Learn more about Give Kids a Smile at adafoundation.org.
Feb. 15. 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Free. Solomon Kids Dentistry. 108 Parish Farms Drive. Summerville. solomondentistry.com

SEWE

Birds of Prey Flight Demo: All weekend

Experience one of SEWE’s most captivating shows. Get up-close with majestic raptors — falcons, eagles, owls, vultures and hawks — as they showcase incredible flight demonstrations. Discover the vital role these birds play in maintaining balance in our ecosystem while enjoying an unforgettable, educational experience. Free.

DockDogs: All weekend

Get ready for one of the nation’s most exciting DockDogs events. Watch dogs of all breeds and skill levels compete in thrilling water jumping contests. Competitions, or “waves,” will be held throughout the day from Friday to Saturday, culminating in the finals on Sunday afternoon. All competitors must pre-register. Registration opens at 9 a.m. on Valentine’s day. $40/day — General admission ticket.

The Dewberry Artist-in-Residence, Thomas Swanston: All weekend

Witness celebrated artist and conservationist Thomas Swanston’s work at The Dewberry throughout SEWE this weekend. Watch him bring migratory flocks of swooping sandhill cranes to life on canvas with his unique silver and gold gliding technique intertwined with ethereal washes of color and light. Free.

2025 Online Auction: Through Saturday

Start your SEWE experience early with the annual online auction. Bid on a catalog of one-of-a-kind packages, featuring premium outdoor adventures and experiences that explore wildlife and the outdoors. Winners will be notified via email after the auction closes at midnight this Saturday. Auction closes Feb. 15. No tickets needed.

Intro to Archery: Friday

Get some practice with a skill that will never go out of style, and share the fun with the family. Bring the kids to learn basic archery instruction at the beautiful Johns Island county Park. Practice your skills on both block and 3-D targets. Archery equipment will be provided, but guests are welcome to bring their own. Registered and paid chaperone is required for participants age 15 and under. $35/person.

ACE Morning Workout: Saturday

Start your SEWE morning with a transformative workout experience led by renowned fitness expert Anneclaire Nelson and her team. Join The Anneclaire Experience (ACE) for a workout that blends cardio, functional movement and dynamic stretching to leave you feeling energized, strong, and ready to enjoy SEWE to its fullest. All skill levels are welcome. $45/person.

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Animal Show: Saturday

Head to the Gaillard Center as experts from Busch Wildlife Sanctuary introduce the wonders of our natural ecosystems. SEWE attendees will get an up-close look at alligators, bobcats, foxes, birds of prey, snakes and more. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis — don’t miss out on this fascinating wildlife experience. $40/day — General admission ticket.

Combing the Caw Caw Wilderness: Saturday

The Caw Caw Interpretive Center, just south of Charleston, is home to a variety of Lowcountry habitats that are known for their beauty and wildlife. Join a naturalist to explore a cypress and tupelo swamp, freshwater marsh, saltwater marsh and bottomland hardwood forest. Eagles, turkeys, otters, waterfowl and more are often observed from the trails at Caw Caw. $35/person.

Arts, etc

Fill your dance card at the Gailliard

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to the Gaillard Center Tuesday, Feb. 25, and Wednesday, Feb. 26, with performances that celebrate lineage and legacy. The famed dancers will bring to life new works by choreographers for whom Ailey paved the way, as well as classics from the studio’s eponymous choreographer’s oeuvre. “Revelations,” one of the studio’s masterpieces, will be included in the show.
Tuesday, Feb. 25, and Wednesday, Feb. 26. Ticket prices vary. Learn more at gailliardcenter.org.

Catch a classic play at the Dock Street Theatre

Performances of Tennessee Williams’s The Glass Menagerie will run from
Feb. 26 through March 25 at the Dock Street Theatre. The Tony Award–winning play invites audiences into the fragile world of the Wingfield family, where dreams and reality intertwine. Filled with rich characters and a haunting narrative, it’s a timeless classic that remains a powerful and resonant exploration of the complexities of the human experience.
Feb. 26 through March 25 at the Dock Street Theatre. Ticket prices vary (tip: Opening night is priced pay-as-you-please!). Learn more at dockstreettheatre.org.

IAAM accepting college fellowship applications

The International African American Museum (IAAM) invites rising juniors and seniors in college to apply for the 2025 Sankofa Fellowship. The eight-day immersive experience runs from June 8 through June 15, and is designed for students with an interest in African American history, community-building and cultural preservation. Students work on a real-world storytelling project, learn from museum and cultural leaders and participate in interactive workshops. IAAM provides meals and housing. Fellows are responsible for their travel to and from Charleston.
IAAM will accept applications from Feb. 15 through April 4. Learn more or apply at iaamuseum.org.

A la carte: What’s happening

Fresh on the Menu

Fresh on the Menu, a program created by the S.C. Department of Agriculture to promote restaurants that source at least 25% of ingredients from within the state, recently introduced the People’s Choice Awards to honor S.C. restaurants that prioritize local ingredients. Now through Feb. 21, voters can cast ballots to vote for their favorite restaurant in each of the state’s four regions: the Lowcountry, Midlands, Pee Dee and the Upstate.
Voting will close Feb. 21 and the winners of each region will be announced Feb. 26. Cast your vote at freshonthemenu.com/peoples-choice-awards.

Donations needed for culinary bazaar

Les Dames d’Escoffier Charleston is soliciting donations for its annual culinary bazaar, which will take place April 26 at High Wire Distilling’s Barrel Room. Les Dames is looking for like-new or gently used high-quality kitchen and culinary items from brands such as Le Creuset and Vitamix; complete sets of flatware, glassware and linens’ countertop appliances and more.
Les Dames d’Escoffier is a philanthropic organization of women leaders in food, beverage and hospitality. Email info@ldeicharleston.com to learn more.

Alcove All-Stars Smoothies Series

Alcove Market continues its Alcove All-Stars smoothies series, which features collaborations with like-minded partners from various Charleston industries. The series kicks off 2025 with a collab between Alcove and Charleston Wine + Food. Diners can enjoy the Broad Street Berry, a smoothie that includes raspberries, strawberries, dragon fruit, mango and more.
One dollar from every smoothie purchased will be donated to the Charleston Wine + Food Foundation, which supports the local culinary, beverage, and hospitality communities. Learn more at alcovemarket.com.

Slow Food Mezcal Tasting

Get your tickets now for a Slow Food mezcal tasting at Pink Cactus, to be held Feb. 26. Slow Food board member and beverage journalist Lauren Mowery will be leading a seminar and taking attendees through tasting five different mezcals.
Feb. 26. Snag your tickets ($50) on eventbrite.com.

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