TUESDAY
Buxton Books conversation with author Rachel Beanland
University of South Carolina graduate Rachel Beanland joins College of Charleston Irish/American studies professor Joseph Kelly to talk about her new book set in the early 17th century, The House is on Fire. Beanland’s well-received debut novel, Florence Adler Swims Forever, unravels the family secrets of a woman training to swim the English channel. Don’t miss a chance to chat with the author during a Q&A session and get your copy signed. Please reserve your spot ahead of time.
Apr 18. 6-7 p.m. Free. Buxton Books. 160 King Street. Downtown. BuxtonBooks.com
THURSDAY-SUNDAY
Charleston Jazz Festival
Listen to a diverse array of jazz musicians at this year’s Charleston Jazz Festival held at Forte Jazz Lounge and Charleston Music Hall. Cornet player Matt White reimagines the songs of Dolly Parton. Charleston jazz pianist Oscar Rivers performs swingin’ sounds with his quartet featuring vocalist Kat Keturah. Local drummer Stachia Simmons, StaLaV, performs an eclectic show spanning jazz, gospel, funk and reggae. Don’t miss performances from big band swing ensemble Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, critically acclaimed vocalist Dianne Reeves, virtuoso drummer Cindy Blackman Santana and Charleston’s own trumpeter Charlton Singleton’s Beehive Orchestra.
April 20-23. Prices, times and locations vary. Downtown. CharlestonJazz.com
NEXT THURSDAY
Re-Surface exhibit reception
Works from 16 visual artists coalesce in a new exhibit at The George Gallery. Re-Surface is inspired by the wide world of NFTs, digital assets representing collectible artworks. Re-Surface seeks to engage viewers with two-dimensional art focused on textures like brush strokes and paper fibers. Participating artists include painters Yvonne Robert and Paul Yanko and multimedia artists Bryce Speed and Raishad Glover.
April 20. 6-8 p.m. Free. The George Gallery. 54 Broad St. Downtown. GeorgeGalleryArt.com
NEXT SATURDAY
2023 Lowcountry Cajun Festival
Charleston’s favorite ragin’ Cajun celebration with delicious food, live music and kids activities returns to James Island County Park. Experience the best of Louisiana cuisine right here at home with dishes such as jambalaya, alligator, etouffee, andouille sausage and, of course, crawfish. Enjoy performances from ensembles such as Shrimp City Slim Swamp All-Stars.
April 22. 12-6 p.m. $35/$40. James Island County Park. 871 Riverland Dr. James Island. CharlestonCountyParks.com
NEXT SATURDAY-SUNDAY
Black Food Truck Festival
Support Black businesses and culture at the Black Food Truck Festival featuring diverse cuisine, live music and family-friendly activities. Last year’s debut festival drew more than 15,000 people and generated more than $1 million in support of Black-owned businesses. Food trucks feature Southern, soul and creole cuisine, and everything in between.
April 22-23. 12-7 p.m. Exchange Park Fairgrounds. 9850 Highway 78. Ladson. BlackFoodTruckFestival.com
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