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SUMMARY:Silent Book Club Beaufort
DESCRIPTION:Silent Book Club Beaufort\, a unique take on the traditional book club\, will meet on Saturday\, November 22\, from 4:30 to 6:30PM at the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center (601 Bladen St.). A relaxed and pressure-free space for readers of all types\, this community gathering invites book lovers to enjoy their current reads in a welcoming and peaceful atmosphere. \nSilent Book Club Beaufort is co-sponsored by the Conroy Center and the student book club DAYLO (Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization). \nUnlike traditional book clubs\, Silent Book Club Beaufort has no assigned reading\, no deadlines\, and no discussions required. Whether you prefer ebooks\, audiobooks\, comic books\, textbooks\, or paperbacks\, readers are invited to bring their book of choice\, settle in\, and savor the joy of uninterrupted reading among like-minded individuals. \nSilent Book Club Beaufort also features a book swap: Leave a book\, take a book.  \nThe casual meetups provide an excellent opportunity to discover new book recommendations\, make friends\, and reconnect with the love of reading. Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just getting back into reading\, everyone is welcome.  \nSilent Book Club Beaufort is free to attend and proudly supports local businesses and organizations. Additional dates and locations will be announced via the SBCB Instagram page at www.instagram.com/silentbookclubbeaufort.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/silent-book-club-beaufort-5/
LOCATION:601 Bladen Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
CATEGORIES:Other
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SUMMARY:Pat Conroy's The Water Is Wide ... for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:“Life was good\, but it was hard; we would prepare to meet it head on\, but we would enjoy the preparation.”―Pat Conroy\, The Water Is Wide \nFirst published in 1972 and twice adapted for film\, Pat Conroy’s The Water Is Wide recounts his inspiring year of teaching on remote Daufuskie Island in Beaufort County. Join Jonathan Haupt\, the executive director of the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center\, to revisit Conroy’s storied year in the context of the events that shaped his arrival and departure from the island\, and the empowering impact on his most famous student. This program will also highlight excerpts about Conroy’s time on Daufuskie from other books—including a special Christmas-themed story. While (re)reading The Water Is Wide in advance is not required\, it is highly recommended.  \nAbout Our Presenter\nJonathan Haupt is the executive director of the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center\, the past director of the University of South Carolina Press\, and co-editor of the anthology Our Prince of Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy\, winner of 17 book awards. He is a frequent guest book reviewer for the Pulitzer Prize-winning Charleston Post and Courier. He has been honored with the Doug Marlette Literacy Leadership Award\, and the South Carolina Association of School Librarians President’s Award. Under Jonathan’s leadership\, the Conroy Center has been recognized as an American Library Association Literary Landmark\, an affiliate of the American Writers Museum\, and winner of the Civitas Award for Tourism Leadership.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/pat-conroys-the-water-is-wide-for-the-holidays/
LOCATION:Charleston County Public Library (Main Library)
CATEGORIES:Other
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SUMMARY:Monthly Teddy Bear Picnic Read-Aloud with DAYLO
DESCRIPTION:On the first Saturday of every month\, you can join the student volunteers of DAYLO: Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization for a Teddy Bear Picnic read-aloud at the Port Royal Farmers Market (1615 Ribaut Rd.). In collaboration with the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center\, high school and college student volunteers from the Beaufort-based chapters of DAYLO gather at the gazebo in Naval Heritage Park from 9:30 a.m. to noon to read diverse\, inclusive picture books to children and their families\, inspiring a love of stories\, books\, reading\, and peer-to-peer mentoring.  \nCozy blankets\, a plethora of stuffed animals\, and some snacks help the students make a welcoming environment in this free community literacy program. Several times a year\, National Park Service Ranger Katherine Freeman also joins in for Read with a Ranger\, a literacy and art project thematically connected to the missions of DAYLO\, the Conroy Center\, and the Reconstruction Era National Historic Park.  \nDAYLO is a student-led diversity themed book club and community service group founded at Beaufort High School and now with chapters across South Carolina. Learn more at: https://linktr.ee/DAYLOBFT. \nThe Pat Conroy Literary Center is a nonprofit interpretive and learning center advancing the legacy of beloved\, bestselling writer\, educator\, and mentor Pat Conroy (1945-2016)\, author of The Water Is Wide\, The Great Santini\, The Prince of Tides\, and more. Learn more at: www.patconroyliterarycenter.org.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/monthly-teddy-bear-picnic-read-aloud-with-daylo-4/
LOCATION:Port Royal Farmers Market
CATEGORIES:Other
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night--Featuring Poet Emily Rosko\, Author of Weather Inventions
DESCRIPTION:The Pat Conroy Literary Center’s monthly Open Mic Night will be held at the Conroy Center (601 Bladen St.) on Thursday\, December 11\, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Our featured poet will be Emily Rosko\, author of Weather Inventions. Open Mic will also include short readings of 3 to 5 minutes each by other writers in many genres. \nInterested in reading as part of Open Mic? Let us know at contact@patconroyliterarycenter.org. \nAbout Our Featured Author\nEmily Rosko’s books include: Weather Inventions; Prop Rockery\, winner of the 2011 Akron Poetry Prize; and Raw Goods Inventory\, winner of the 2005 Iowa Poetry Prize. She is the editor of A Broken Thing: Poets on the Line and is poetry editor for swamp pink. She is a past recipient of the Stegner and Ruth Lilly fellowships. New poems have appeared recently in Bennington Review\, Epoch\, Laurel Review\, New American Writing\, Seneca Review\, South Carolina Review\, and Third Coast. She is professor of English at the College of Charleston. \n“In Emily Rosko’s third poetry collection\, Weather Inventions\, she demonstrates how “beauty is thought into being.” These poems are exquisitely crafted\, honing the act of attention to a keen edge. Science\, the pastoral tradition\, meteorology\, and the personal all interact and ultimately ask us to contend with the uncertainty of the world around us\, its “unsolved riddle.” Weather Inventions promises that “right at the edge of space’s midnight\, we lose ourselves past seeing.” Rosko’s piercing gaze\, her faith in this struggling life\, is what moors us. This a book I plan to read and re-read\, as the poems yield more with each new encounter.”—Rebecca Dunham\, author of Cold Pastoral
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/open-mic-night-featuring-poet-emily-rosko-author-of-weather-inventions/
LOCATION:601 Bladen Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
CATEGORIES:Other
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SUMMARY:Book Signing with Susan Stone and Ifetayo J. White
DESCRIPTION:The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center will host an afternoon book signing with two local writers\, Susan Stone (The Magical Nature of Humans) and Ifetayo J. White (Reiki Heart and Soul) on Saturday\, December 13\, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Conroy Center\, 601 Bladen St. Free and open to the public\, the afternoon will include a brief discussion between the authors\, with books available for sale and signing. No advance registration required; drop-in guests welcome.  \nABOUT THE AUTHORS\nSusan Stone is a Reiki 3/ Master\, Level 3 Reconnection practitioner\, and Certified Crystal Healer. After being struck by lightning\, she developed the ability to connect and communicate with people beyond the veil of this world. In 2008 she was adopted by the Cherokee Nation and named Great Bear Medicine Woman and is now recognized as a Clan Grandmother. In 2009 she was initiated as a shaman and ordained as a non-denominational minister. During the course of her practice\, she has met hundreds of people awakening to their potential\, all of whom had amazing stories to share. She compiled their stories and combined them with some of her own in The Magical Nature of Humans. Currently\, Susan operates a school of arts in Port Royal\, leading others to discover the artist\, poet\, musician and mystic that exists within us all. \nIfetayo J. White\, an influential figure in the realm of Reiki and wellness\, hails from Washington\, DC\, but now calls St. Helena Island her home. She established the Lowcountry School of Reiki and CHOICES Birthing and Wellness Support\, contributing significantly to healing practices in the area since 2000. A Howard University graduate\, she pursued diverse paths before dedicating herself to healing modalities such as reflexology\, Jin Shin Do Acupressure\, and massage therapy. As a Usui Reiki Master Teacher since 1999\, Ifetayo continues to share her expertise through sessions\, workshops\, and her own Reiki certification program. Her heart is also filled with love for her family\, crafting\, cooking\, and beach walks.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/book-signing-with-susan-stone-and-ifetayo-j-white/
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CATEGORIES:Other
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SUMMARY:Monthly Teddy Bear Picnic Read-Aloud with DAYLO
DESCRIPTION:On the first Saturday of every month\, you can join the student volunteers of DAYLO: Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization for a Teddy Bear Picnic read-aloud at the Port Royal Farmers Market (1615 Ribaut Rd.). In collaboration with the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center\, high school and college student volunteers from the Beaufort-based chapters of DAYLO gather at the gazebo in Naval Heritage Park from 9:30 a.m. to noon to read diverse\, inclusive picture books to children and their families\, inspiring a love of stories\, books\, reading\, and peer-to-peer mentoring.  \nCozy blankets\, a plethora of stuffed animals\, and some snacks help the students make a welcoming environment in this free community literacy program. Several times a year\, National Park Service Ranger Katherine Freeman also joins in for Read with a Ranger\, a literacy and art project thematically connected to the missions of DAYLO\, the Conroy Center\, and the Reconstruction Era National Historic Park.  \nDAYLO is a student-led diversity themed book club and community service group founded at Beaufort High School and now with chapters across South Carolina. Learn more at: https://linktr.ee/DAYLOBFT. \nThe Pat Conroy Literary Center is a nonprofit interpretive and learning center advancing the legacy of beloved\, bestselling writer\, educator\, and mentor Pat Conroy (1945-2016)\, author of The Water Is Wide\, The Great Santini\, The Prince of Tides\, and more. Learn more at: www.patconroyliterarycenter.org.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/monthly-teddy-bear-picnic-read-aloud-with-daylo-3/
LOCATION:Port Royal Farmers Market
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T180000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Open Mic Night -- Featuring Bo Hee Moon\, Author of Birthstones in the Province of Mercy
DESCRIPTION:The Pat Conroy Literary Center’s monthly Open Mic Night will be presented as a virtual event\, live-streamed to our Facebook page\, on Thursday\, January 8\, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Our featured presenter is poet Bo Hee Moon\, author of Birthstones in the Province of Mercy\, winner of the Jake Adam York Prize. Open Mic will also feature short readings of 3 to 5 minutes each by other writers in many genres. \nInterested in reading as part of virtual Open Mic? Let us know at contact@patconroyliterarycenter.org. \nAbout Our Featured Author:\nA South Korean adoptee\, Bo Hee Moon is the author of one previous book of poems\, Omma\, Sea of Joy and Other Astrological Signs\, which she published under another name with Tinderbox Editions in 2021. Her poems have appeared in AGNI\, Poetry\, Poetry Northwest\, swamp pink\, The Margins\, and other journals. She is a PhD student in Literature and Creative Writing at the University of Houston\, where she has received the Inprint Brown Foundation Fellowship. Moon currently lives in Houston. www.boheemoon.com \n“Bo Hee Moon’s Birthstones in the Province of Mercy salvages a language for the unheard and unseen experiences of Korean American adoptees\, whom neither America nor Korea have ever envisioned to be as vital\, dynamic\, and wide-ranging across poetics\, literature\, and advocacy around the globe. Moon exhumes a sense of mothering across the threshold of life\, revealing our human lineage\, perpetually renewed and destroyed by our own hands. In the bloody fight for belonging\, Moon confronts linguistic\, geographical\, and cultural borders. With these poems\, Moon joins the long and rich tradition of Korean and Korean American women’s poetry.”—E. J. Koh\, author of The Liberators \n“Some people’s families are conjured by biology. Some seek the families they need. But what if the fact and myth from which we first fashion a self leaves us carrying the weight of a hole\, the wound left when one is manufactured to fill another’s emptiness? Bo Hee Moon’s Birthstones in the Province of Mercy is a beautiful\, harrowing\, resolutely honest\, and moving examination of this question. Precise\, eloquent\, vividly lyric\, this collection is spun from grief and a self-preservational steel. This is poetry with a tensile strength of mind and heart at its core that I admire deeply. It’s a book for anyone who’s had to will themselves free.”—Erin Belieu\, author of Come-Hither Honeycomb
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/virtual-open-mic-night-featuring-bo-hee-moon-author-of-birthstones-in-the-province-of-mercy/
LOCATION:601 Bladen Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
CATEGORIES:Other
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SUMMARY:An Afternoon with USA Today Bestselling Novelist Jennifer Moorman\, Author of The Charmed Library
DESCRIPTION:The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center will host an afternoon with USA Today bestselling novelist Jennifer Moorman\, author of The Charmed Library\, on Saturday\, January 10\, at 4:00 p.m.\, at the Conroy Center (601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort). Moorman will be in conversation with Conroy Center executive director Jonathan Haupt. This free event is presented in partnership with the Storybook Shoppe. Books will be available for sale and signing. Seating is limited; please call in advance to reserve: 843-379-7025. \nABOUT THE CHARMED LIBRARY\nLike many other public libraries\, the one in Blue Sky Valley\, North Carolina\, is a haven for readers. But it’s also unlike any other. In this library\, fictional characters step off the page into real life. Assistant librarian Stella Parker has no idea. Still reeling from her father’s death and–more recently–a breakup\, she hasn’t noticed. All she knows is she’s stuck in a job she’s overqualified for and stumped about what to do with her life. \nEverything changes when she burns her beloved journal. Words matter to Stella. For as long as she can remember\, she’s seen them. Words appear–in varying colors and fonts–rising from surfaces\, bouncing over objects\, and even wiggling out of people. Words give her insight into emotions and untold stories. But the words change for Stella after she burns her journal. Suddenly they’re demanding\, urgent–and painful. \nThen Stella stumbles upon strange characters in the library after hours. One is an oddly familiar World War II soldier who introduces himself as Jack—Jack Mathis\, the main character from her favorite book. A fictional hero and Stella’s first crush. Standing in front of her in the flesh. \nJack tells Stella about the magic hidden in the library. Skeptical\, Stella rashly invites a villain to visit\, and chaos ensues. As she discovers the importance of protecting the library’s secret and gets to know the real Jack\, words continue to appear. What are they trying to tell her? Much too quickly\, Stella is faced with the reality that all stories must end\, and magic comes at a price. The characters who visit the library can only stay for fourteen days. And Jack’s time is almost up. \n“Moorman delivers the perfect blend of magical realism and romance in this sweet tale about the power of books . . . With enough surprises to keep it from being predictable\, Moorman’s delightful story will charm readers.”—Library Journal \n“Moorman examines the consequences of losing oneself to grief and the magical\, healing power of books. This enchanting and delightful read is a must for book and library lovers.”—Booklist \nABOUT THE AUTHOR\nJennifer Moorman writes enchanting novels inspired by the everyday magic and whimsy in the world around her. She is the bestselling author of the magical realism Mystic Water series\, The Baker’s Man\, and The Magic All Around. Born and raised in Southern Georgia\, Jennifer has a deep love for nature\, a fondness for honeysuckle\, and childhood memories of whippoorwills singing her to sleep. When she’s not writing\, you can find her testing a new recipe\, chasing rainbows\, or stargazing. She lives in a magic house in Nashville\, Tennessee.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/an-evening-with-usa-today-bestselling-novelist-jennifer-moorman-author-of-the-charmed-library/
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CATEGORIES:Other
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SUMMARY:Pains Tapestry: A Writing Workshop Led by Will Davis
DESCRIPTION:Chaplain and poet Will Davis (Tethered Wrds) will lead a community workshop on reflection and restorative writing as opportunityto breathe again\, speak truth\, and let go of what has weighed you down. This workshop is an invitation to speak life back into those places\, to honor the parts of you that were stretched or wounded in the process. Words can be used as swords by hurt\, but they can also become a shield\, a balm\, and a path toward healing. Come ready to write\, release\, and rebuild. \nThis is an in-person writers workshop\, held at the Pat Conroy Literary Center (601 Bladen St\, Beaufort) on Saturday\, January 17\, from 10:00 to noon. Limited to 15 participants with advance registration; free to attend. Please call 843-379-7025 to reserve your spot.  \nAbout the Instructor\nWill Davis\, known as Tethered Wrds\, is a self-proclaimed steward of stories and the creator of a writing style he calls liminara. Rooted in the sacred tension\, of what is and what could be\, his work seeks to speak life\, inspire dignity\, and do good. He is the author of the debut poetry collection\, Threads of Resilience: Weaving the Human Spirit Through Poetry\, a firsthand account of the lived experiences of migrants and immigrants at the U.S.-Mexico border. His second collection\, Upon the Jet Stream\, takes flight across Cuba\, Africa\, and Ukraine\, exploring themes of war\, hope\, and the healing power of beauty. Beyond the page\, he is an educator\, immigration and human rights advocate\, and a passionate believer in the power of storytelling to bridge divides and honor our shared humanity.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/pains-tapestry-a-writing-workshop-led-by-will-davis/
LOCATION:601 Bladen Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
CATEGORIES:Other
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SUMMARY:Silent Book Club Beaufort
DESCRIPTION:Silent Book Club Beaufort\, a unique take on the traditional book club\, meets at the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center (601 Bladen St.) on third Saturdays from 4:30 to 6:30PM. Co-sponsored by the Conroy Center and the student book club DAYLO (Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization)\, .this community gathering invites book lovers to enjoy their current reads in a welcoming and peaceful atmosphere. \nUnlike traditional book clubs\, Silent Book Club Beaufort has no assigned reading\, no deadlines\, and no discussions required. Whether you prefer ebooks\, audiobooks\, comic books\, textbooks\, or paperbacks\, readers are invited to bring their book of choice\, settle in\, and savor the joy of uninterrupted reading among like-minded individuals. \nSilent Book Club Beaufort also features a book swap: Leave a book\, take a book.  \nThe casual meetups provide an excellent opportunity to discover new book recommendations\, make friends\, and reconnect with the love of reading. Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just getting back into reading\, everyone is welcome. Additional dates and locations will be announced via www.instagram.com/silentbookclubbeaufort.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/silent-book-club-beaufort-4/
LOCATION:Pat Conroy Literary Center
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000
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SUMMARY:Grassroots Marketing for Authors: Workshop Led by Helen P. Bradley
DESCRIPTION:GRASSROOTS MARKETING FOR AUTHORS\nA Writers Workshop Led by Helen P. Bradley\, Author of Breach of Trust \nToday’s social media landscape is more saturated than ever\, making it hard for new writers to stand out\, connect with their target readers\, and sell more books. In this writers workshop\, instructor Helen P. Bradley will share how she promoted her debut novel Breach of Trust on a tight budget by using tried-and-true old school marketing. \nYou’ll learn how to: create community\, find book clubs and events\, write an elevator pitch\, organize a book launch\, create a mailing list\, and more. Even if you’re an introvert and marketing sounds more painful than a sunburn\, you can promote your book to your ideal audience with these authentic\, ethical marketing tools. \nThis workshop is for published authors as well as those still on the writing journey. It’s never too early to think about marketing. Come hang out with other writers and bring something to write with like old school pen and paper or your favorite device. \nLocation and Cost\nThis is an in-person writers workshop\, held at the Pat Conroy Literary Center (601 Bladen St\, Beaufort). Limited to 15 participants with advance registration required; $50/person. \nAbout Our Instructor\nHelen P. Bradley’s debut novel\, Breach of Trust\, was released in April 2023. It draws from her experiences during twenty-seven years heading a nationally-recognized crime victim advocacy program. It’s about one woman’s fight to protect crime victims and expose corruption within the district attorney’s office that leads her on a harrowing and life-changing journey. \nHelen was nominated for 2024 Georgia Author of the Year for a debut novel. She recently was voted Best Local Author and Breach of Trust Best New Local Book in Connect Savannah’s Best Of contest. More than 100 people attended her book launch and broke all sales records for the bookstore selling her books. In August 2022\, she won first place in NextTribe’s essay contest. The essay about raising her grandson was selected out of a field of 55 entries from across the country. \nFor a decade (pre-Covid) she mentored middle school student writers through the Deep program which was recognized by First Lady Michelle Obama (www.deepcenter.org). She helped young people write their powerful stories and they\, in turn\, inspired her to write hers. \nShe’s written curricula\, essays\, and articles for The National Organization for Victim Assistance\, The National Victim Center\, and the Georgia Victim Assistance Academy. She was a journalist at two daily South Carolina newspapers and has had essays published in The Savannah Anthology\, Savannah Magazine\, The Savannah Morning News\, and Law Enforcement Magazine.After her victim advocacy career\, she started a wedding officiant business\, Savannah Simple Weddings. \nHelen has a degree in English from Clemson University and earned a master’s in public administration from Georgia Southern University. She served as a trainer for the National Organization for Victim Assistance\, The National Victim Center\, and numerous other organizations. She lives in Savannah\, Georgia\, with her husband\, teen grandson\, and an antisocial rescue cat. She enjoys practicing yoga\, gobbling chocolate\, and reading obituaries.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/grassroots-marketing-for-authors-workshop-led-by-helen-p-bradley/
LOCATION:Pat Conroy Literary Center
CATEGORIES:Other
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SUMMARY:Pat Conroy as Nature Writer
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, January 25\, at 3:00-5:00 p.m.\, at Village Social of Habersham\, Pat Conroy Literary Center executive director Jonathan Haupt and poet Tim Conroy will discuss the nature writing of Pat Conroy\, the bestselling author of The Water Is Wide\, The Great Santini\, The Prince of Tides\, and more. From his obscure boyhood poetry to his beloved lyrical adult prose\, Conroy wrote about the beauty of our natural world as both wondrous and perilous\, using the lowcountry not only as a setting but as the central character of his many books. This presentation will highlight representative examples of Conroy’s nature writing from across the span of his writing life\, drawing attention to how Conroy’s relationship with nature is also ultimately a relationship with his deeply felt spiritual and humanistic faith. \n– – –\nBy popular demand\, this program is now being offered twice: January 25 AND 26.\n– – – \nThe $25 registration fee includes the presentation\, refreshments\, and a donation in support of the year-round educational mission of the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center. Register in advance for this event and others in this series at\nhttps://www.villagesocialhabersham.net/upcoming-events \nAbout Our Presenters\nJonathan Haupt is the executive director of the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center\, the past director of the University of South Carolina Press\, and co-editor of the anthology Our Prince of Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy\, winner of 17 book awards. He is a frequent guest book reviewer for the Pulitzer Prize-winning Charleston Post and Courier. Under Jonathan’s leadership\, the Conroy Center has been recognized as an American Library Association Literary Landmark\, an affiliate of the American Writers Museum\, and winner of the Civitas Award for Tourism Leadership. \nTim Conroy\, the author of the collections Theologies of Terrain and No True Route\, is a poet and retired educator. His work has appeared in Fall Lines\, Blue Mountain Review\, Jasper Magazine\, Marked by the Water\, Sheltered\, Twelve Mile Review\, Poetry on the Comet\, The Post and Courier\, Ukweli: Searching for Healing Truth\, DWG Anthology\, and Our Prince of Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy. In 2022\, he received the Broad River Prize for prose from Fall Lines\, Volume IX. A founding board member of the Pat Conroy Literary Center established in his brother’s honor.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/pat-conroy-as-nature-writer-2/
LOCATION:21A-1 Market Street. Beaufort\, SC 29906
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T200000
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SUMMARY:Pat Conroy as Nature Writer
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, January 26\, at 6:00-8:00 p.m.\, at Village Social of Habersham\, Pat Conroy Literary Center executive director Jonathan Haupt and poet Tim Conroy will discuss the nature writing of Pat Conroy\, the bestselling author of The Water Is Wide\, The Great Santini\, The Prince of Tides\, and more. From his obscure boyhood poetry to his beloved lyrical adult prose\, Conroy wrote about the beauty of our natural world as both wondrous and perilous\, using the lowcountry not only as a setting but as the central character of his many books. This presentation will highlight representative examples of Conroy’s nature writing from across the span of his writing life\, drawing attention to how Conroy’s relationship with nature is also ultimately a relationship with his deeply felt spiritual and humanistic faith. \n– – –\nBy popular demand\, this program is now being offered twice: January 25 AND 26.\n– – – \nThe $25 registration fee includes the presentation\, refreshments\, and a donation in support of the year-round educational mission of the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center. Register in advance for this event and others in this series at\nhttps://www.villagesocialhabersham.net/upcoming-events \nAbout Our Presenters\nJonathan Haupt is the executive director of the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center\, the past director of the University of South Carolina Press\, and co-editor of the anthology Our Prince of Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy\, winner of 17 book awards. He is a frequent guest book reviewer for the Pulitzer Prize-winning Charleston Post and Courier. Under Jonathan’s leadership\, the Conroy Center has been recognized as an American Library Association Literary Landmark\, an affiliate of the American Writers Museum\, and winner of the Civitas Award for Tourism Leadership. \nTim Conroy\, the author of the collections Theologies of Terrain and No True Route\, is a poet and retired educator. His work has appeared in Fall Lines\, Blue Mountain Review\, Jasper Magazine\, Marked by the Water\, Sheltered\, Twelve Mile Review\, Poetry on the Comet\, The Post and Courier\, Ukweli: Searching for Healing Truth\, DWG Anthology\, and Our Prince of Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy. In 2022\, he received the Broad River Prize for prose from Fall Lines\, Volume IX. A founding board member of the Pat Conroy Literary Center established in his brother’s honor.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/pat-conroy-as-nature-writer/
LOCATION:21A-1 Market Street. Beaufort\, SC 29906
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T183000
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Award-Winning Journalist Steve Oney\, Author of On Air
DESCRIPTION:The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center will host an evening with award-winning journalist\, author\, and longtime Pat Conroy friend Steve Oney\, author of On Air: The Triumph and Tumult of NPR\, on Thursday\, February 5\, at 5:00 p.m.\, at the Conroy Center (601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort). Oney will be in conversation with Conroy Center executive director Jonathan Haupt. Books will be available for sale and signing. Seating is limited for this free event; please call in advance to reserve: 843-379-7025. \nABOUT THE BOOK\n“A lively and engaging new history of the organization . . . Oney’s account of how all this developed has plenty of color and sweep.”—Washington Post \n“Engrossing and entertaining . . . A major work of media history.”—New York Times Book Review \n“A raucous history . . . Oney’s fleet-footed storytelling and immersive prose bring to life the network’s colorful personalities. The result is an entertaining window into the creative but rancorous scene at one of journalism’s most hallowed institutions.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) \nFounded in 1970\, NPR is America’s most powerful broadcast news network. Despite being overshadowed by the larger and more glamorous PBS\, public radio has long been home to shows such as All Things Considered\, Morning Edition\, and This American Life that captivate millions of listeners in homes\, cars\, and workplaces across the nation. NPR and its hosts are a cultural powerhouse and a trusted voice\, and they have created a mode of journalism and storytelling that helps Americans understand the world in which we live. \nIn On Air\, a book fourteen years in the making\, journalist Steve Oney tells the dramatic history of this institution\, tracing the comings and goings of legendary on-air talents (Bob Edwards\, Susan Stamberg\, Ira Glass\, Cokie Roberts\, and many others) and the rise and fall and occasional rise again of brilliant and sometimes venal executives. It depicts how NPR created a medium for extraordinary journalism—in which reporters and producers use microphones as paintbrushes and the voices of people around the world as the soundtrack of stories both global and local. Featuring details on the controversial firing of Juan Williams\, the sloppy dismissal of Bob Edwards\, and a $235 million bequest by Joan B. Kroc\, widow of the founder of McDonald’s\, On Air also chronicles NPR’s daring shift into the digital world and its early embrace of podcasting formats\, establishing the network as a formidable media empire. \nFascinating\, revelatory\, and irresistibly dishy\, this is a riveting account of NPR’s chaotic ascent\, cultural triumph\, and imperiled future. \nABOUT THE AUTHOR\nSteve Oney is a longtime journalist who worked for many years as a staff writer for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Magazine and Los Angeles magazine. He has also contributed articles to many national publications\, including Esquire\, The Wall Street Journal\, New York magazine\, GQ\, and The New York Times Magazine. His history of the lynching of Leo Frank\, And the Dead Shall Rise\, won the American Bar Association’s Silver Gavel Award and the National Jewish Book Award. He is also a contributing writer to Our Prince of Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy and a featured presenter at the 2026 Savannah Book Festival. Oney was educated at the University of Georgia and at Harvard\, where he was a Nieman Fellow. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife\, Madeline Stuart.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/an-evening-with-award-winning-journalist-steve-oney-author-of-on-air/
LOCATION:Pat Conroy Literary Center
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T120000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Teddy Bear Picnic Read-Aloud with DAYLO
DESCRIPTION:On the first Saturday of every month\, you can join the student volunteers of DAYLO: Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization for a Teddy Bear Picnic read-aloud at the Port Royal Farmers Market (1615 Ribaut Rd.). In collaboration with the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center\, high school and college student volunteers from the Beaufort-based chapters of DAYLO gather at the gazebo in Naval Heritage Park from 9:30 a.m. to noon to read diverse\, inclusive picture books to children and their families\, inspiring a love of stories\, books\, reading\, and peer-to-peer mentoring.  \nCozy blankets\, a plethora of stuffed animals\, and some snacks help the students make a welcoming environment in this free community literacy program. Several times a year\, National Park Service Ranger Katherine Freeman also joins in for Read with a Ranger\, a literacy and art project thematically connected to the missions of DAYLO\, the Conroy Center\, and the Reconstruction Era National Historic Park.  \nDAYLO is a student-led diversity themed book club and community service group founded at Beaufort High School and now with chapters across South Carolina. Learn more at: https://linktr.ee/DAYLOBFT. \nThe Pat Conroy Literary Center is a nonprofit interpretive and learning center advancing the legacy of beloved\, bestselling writer\, educator\, and mentor Pat Conroy (1945-2016)\, author of The Water Is Wide\, The Great Santini\, The Prince of Tides\, and more. Learn more at: www.patconroyliterarycenter.org.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/monthly-teddy-bear-picnic-read-aloud-with-daylo-2/
LOCATION:Port Royal Farmers Market
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T180000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night--Featuring Ifetayo J. White\, Author of Reiki Heart and Soul
DESCRIPTION:The Pat Conroy Literary Center’s monthly Open Mic Night will be held at the Conroy Center (601 Bladen St.) on Thursday\, February 12\, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Our featured author will be Ifetayo J. White\, author of Reiki Heart and Soul. Open Mic will also include short readings of 3 to 5 minutes each by other writers in many genres. \nInterested in reading as part of Open Mic? Let us know at contact@patconroyliterarycenter.org. \nAbout Our Featured Author\nIfetayo J. White\, an influential figure in the realm of Reiki and wellness\, hails from Washington\, DC\, but now calls St. Helena Island her home. She established the Lowcountry School of Reiki and CHOICES Birthing and Wellness Support\, contributing significantly to healing practices in the area since 2000. A Howard University graduate\, she pursued diverse paths before dedicating herself to healing modalities such as reflexology\, Jin Shin Do Acupressure\, and massage therapy. As a Usui Reiki Master Teacher since 1999\, Ifetayo continues to share her expertise through sessions\, workshops\, and her own Reiki certification program. Her heart is also filled with love for her family\, crafting\, cooking\, and beach walks.  \nAbout the Book:\nREIKI HEART and SOUL: Many Stories\, One Bright Light is an enlightening anthology\, presenting the narratives of U.S. Reiki Teachers and Practitioners whose family and spiritual backgrounds expand the globe. This collection of experiences offers a distinctive rhythm and tone\, contributing to the expanding Reiki community. This body of individuals is as diverse as humanity itself\, encompassing various races\, cultures\, locations\, and Reiki lineages. \nFrom urban to rural\, from ministers to retirees\, from the African American to the Jewish and Ifa communities\, each story shines a unique light on the practice of Reiki. These narratives are the lifeblood of a global community\, united in their commitment to Reiki’s powerful healing energy. They echo a singular\, potent message – We are ONE. This mantra encapsulates the unity within diversity that is the essence of the Reiki community.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/open-mic-night-featuring-ifetayo-j-white-author-of-reiki-heart-and-soul/
LOCATION:601 Bladen Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T170000
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SUMMARY:An Evening with South Carolina Novelists Dorothy McFalls and Linda Lovely
DESCRIPTION:The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center will host an evening conversation for readers and writers with two South Carolina authors whose work spans multiple genres—Dorothy McFalls and Linda Lovely–on Thursday\, February 19\, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at the Conroy Center\, 601 Bladen St. Free and open to the public\, with books available for sale and signing. Seating is limited; please call 843-379-7025 in advance to reserve a spot. \nAuthors McFalls and Lovely are both avid readers who relish everything from cozy mysteries\, gritty thrillers\, and historical fiction to steamy romance and otherworldly fantasy.\nMcFalls and Lovely also have chosen to write in more than one literary niche. McFalls has published 10 cozy mysteries\, 3 steamy romantic fantasies\, and 9 romances. Lovely’s 12 published titles explore a mix of mystery\, suspense\, thriller\, and romance subgenres. \nIn their conversation at the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center\, the authors will share their experiences and discuss the risks and rewards for writers who stray beyond their established niche—including both the creative and marketing aspects of shifting or blending genres They’ll also discuss how this growing author practice can benefit readers. \nABOUT DOROTHY McFALLS\nAward-winning author Dorothy McFalls was born in New York but raised in South Carolina. She makes her home on an artsy beach community in South Carolina with her husband\, neurotic dog\, and persnickety cat. Though writing has always been a passion for her\, she pursued an undergraduate degree in Wildlife Biology and a graduate degree in Public Administration and Urban Planning. She then put her educational experience to use\, having worked in all branches and all levels of government including local\, regional\, state\, and federal. She even spent time during college working for a non-profit environmental watchdog organization. \nSwitching from government service and community planning to fiction writing wasn’t as big of a change as some might think. Her government work was all about the stories of the people and the places where they live. As an urban planner\, Dorothy loved telling the stories of the people she met. And from that\, her desire to tell the stories that were so alive in her heart grew until she could not ignore it any longer. In 2001\, she took a leap of faith and pursued her dream of writing fiction full-time. \nNow multi-published author since 2005\, Dorothy enjoys writing in several different genres. Her works have been nominated for many awards including: Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award\, Reviewers International Organization Award\, National Reader’s Choice Award\, CataRomance Reviewers’ Choice Award\, and The Romance Reviews Today Perfect 10! Award. Reviewers have called her work: “amazing”\, “perfect”\, “filled with emotion”\, and “lined with danger.” She writes mysteries as Dorothy St. James. \nABOUT LINDA LOVELY\nA journalism major who spent most of her career in PR. Linda Lovely now focuses on her first love—fiction. She’s published 12 mystery/suspense novels\, including traditional and humorous cozy mysteries\, romantic suspense thrillers\, and a stand-alone historical suspense set in 1938.\n“I write in genres I love to read\,” Lovely comments\, “and I’m hooked on all mystery/suspense/thriller genres.” \nFor the past four years\, Lovely has served as secretary of the six-state Southeast Chapter of Mystery Writers of America. A long-time member of Sisters in Crime\, she presided as president of the Upstate SC Chapter for five years. She also belongs to International Thriller Writers and the Authors Guild. Lovely teaches craft classes and often visits with book clubs. \nAn Iowa native\, Linda now lives with her husband beside a South Carolina lake. Her hobbies include reading\, swimming\, kayaking\, tennis\, and gardening.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/an-evening-with-south-carolina-novelists-dorothy-mcfalls-and-linda-lovely/
LOCATION:Pat Conroy Literary Center
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T163000
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SUMMARY:Silent Book Club Beaufort
DESCRIPTION:Silent Book Club Beaufort\, a unique take on the traditional book club\, meets at the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center (601 Bladen St.) on third Saturdays from 4:30 to 6:30PM. Co-sponsored by the Conroy Center and the student book club DAYLO (Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization)\, .this community gathering invites book lovers to enjoy their current reads in a welcoming and peaceful atmosphere. \nUnlike traditional book clubs\, Silent Book Club Beaufort has no assigned reading\, no deadlines\, and no discussions required. Whether you prefer ebooks\, audiobooks\, comic books\, textbooks\, or paperbacks\, readers are invited to bring their book of choice\, settle in\, and savor the joy of uninterrupted reading among like-minded individuals. \nSilent Book Club Beaufort also features a book swap: Leave a book\, take a book.  \nThe casual meetups provide an excellent opportunity to discover new book recommendations\, make friends\, and reconnect with the love of reading. Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just getting back into reading\, everyone is welcome. Additional dates and locations will be announced via www.instagram.com/silentbookclubbeaufort.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/silent-book-club-beaufort-3/
LOCATION:Pat Conroy Literary Center
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T200000
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SUMMARY:Our Prince of Scribes: Featuring Tim Conroy\, Cassandra King\, and Ellen Malphrus
DESCRIPTION:Best-selling writer Pat Conroy (1945–2016) inspired a worldwide legion of devoted fans numbering in the millions\, but none are more loyal to him and more committed to sustaining his literary legacy than the many writers he nurtured over the course of his fifty-year writing life. In sharing their stories\, his fellow writers honor his memory and advance our shared understanding of his lasting impact on literary life in and well beyond the American South. Winner of 17 book awards\, the anthology Our Prince of Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy is a collection of remembrances from 67 writers befriended\, beloved\, taught\, mentored\, and championed by Conroy—and no two stories are the same. Neither are any two panel discussions among the contributors.  \nJoin us at Village Social of Habersham on Monday\, February 23\, 6:00-8:00 p.m.\, for a lively conversation\, moderated by Our Prince of Scribes co-editor and Pat Conroy Literary Center executive director Jonathan Haupt and featuring a trio of contributing writers: Conroy’s brother Tim (author of two poetry collections\, most recently No True Route)\, Conroy’s widow Cassandra King (New York Times bestselling author of fiction and nonfiction\, most recently Tell Me a Story)\, and USC Beaufort writer in residence Ellen Malphrus (author of Untying the Moon).  \nThe $25 registration fee includes the presentation\, refreshments\, and a donation in support of the year-round educational mission of the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center. Register in advance for this event and others in this series at\nhttps://www.villagesocialhabersham.net/upcoming-events
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/our-prince-of-scribes-featuring-tim-conroy-cassandra-king-and-ellen-malphrus/
LOCATION:21A-1 Market Street. Beaufort\, SC 29906
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T183000
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Novelist Carolyn Hooker\, Author of Leaving Edgefield
DESCRIPTION:The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center will host an evening with historical novelist Carolyn Hooker\, author of Leaving Edgefield\, on Thursday\, February 26\, at 5:00 p.m.\, at the Conroy Center (601 Bladen St.\, Beaufort). Books will be available for sale and signing. Seating is limited for this free event; please call in advance to reserve: 843-379-7025. \nABOUT THE NOVEL\n“Carolyn Hooker’s Leaving Edgefield is an absolutely beautiful novel\, full of unquestionably genuine souls fighting to maintain dignity\, faith\, and affection in their lives. You will feel their love\, fall into their hope\, ache from their pain\, and experience the fullness of their humanity in this remarkable story about one family’s fight to stay together and control their destiny.”–Jeffery Blount\, Author of Mr. Jimmy from Around the Way  \n“Carolyn Hooker writes with courage\, imagination\, and keen insight\, and the result is a haunting tale of unflinching motherly love despite often crippling powerlessness. From the first page of Leaving Edgefield\, there’s an urgency in Carrie Butler’s story that will stay with readers long after the last\, perfectly nuanced sentence. Hooker is a masterful\, empathetic story teller and Leaving Edgefield is a triumph you’ll not soon forget.”–Michel Stone\, author of The Iguana Tree and Border Child \nIn the shadows of early 20th-century Edgefield\, South Carolina-a town steeped in tradition\, hierarchy\, and secrets-young Carrie Butler lived a life both ordinary and extraordinary. Born into a world that barely acknowledged her existence\, Carrie was thrust into the domestic service of one of Edgefield’s most powerful families. There\, her fate would become entangled with that of Strom Thurmond\, a future US Senator and staunch segregationist\, in ways history has long ignored. \nLeaving Edgefield reclaims the voice of a woman history nearly erased. Based on the real-life mother of Strom Thurmond’s biracial daughter\, this sweeping and lyrical work of historical fiction breathes life into the story of a young Black woman whose resilience becomes her legacy. From the rolling fields of Edgefield to the streets of Philadelphia\, from whispered betrayals to whispered prayers\, Carrie’s journey is one of unyielding spirit in the face of exploitation\, loss\, and silence. \nCarolyn W. Hooker paints a deeply moving portrait of a woman who\, though deemed invisible in her own time\, now claims her rightful place in the American story. For readers of The Bluest Eye and The Color Purple\, Leaving Edgefield is both a vital act of remembrance and a literary triumph-a tale of heartbreak\, dignity\, and the quiet defiance of survival. \nABOUT THE AUTHOR\nCarolyn W. Hooker is a South Carolina-based writer and educator whose work explores the intersections of history\, identity\, and resilience. With Leaving Edgefield\, she was moved to reimagine the silenced story of Carrie Butler through careful research and literary imagination\, creating a work of historical fiction designed to honor a woman deemed invisible in her own time. Hooker has deep ties to Spartanburg and Charleston\, grounding her work in the landscapes where this history still reverberates.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/an-evening-with-novelist-carolyn-hooker-author-of-leaving-edgefield/
LOCATION:Pat Conroy Literary Center
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T140000
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Pat Conroy: A Legacy of Literary Inspiration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a heartfelt tribute to the extraordinary life and legacy of Pat Conroy as we mark the 10th anniversary of his passing.\nJoin us for a heartfelt tribute to the extraordinary life and legacy of Pat Conroy as we mark the 10th anniversary of his passing. Whether you’re a long-time admirer or new to his captivating storytelling\, this event invites you to engage in the mission of promoting the literary arts. Together\, we can inspire future generations to discover the transformative power of reading and writing! \nPat famously said\, “When I started out as a kid in Beaufort who wanted to be a writer\, I didn’t have the slightest notion how to become one… What I owe South Carolina is not repayable.” His words continue to resonate\, reminding us of the profound impact literature can have on lives. \nEvent Date: March 2\, 2026\nTime: 2 PM – 3 PM\nLocation: Beaufort Branch Library\, 311 Scott Street\, Beaufort\, SC 29902\nHost: Marly Rusoff\, Pat Conroy’s esteemed literary agent\nPrice: Free \nItinerary:\nGather with fellow book lovers for an engaging discussion led by Marly Rusoff\, who will share fascinating insights about Pat Conroy’s life\, his literary journey\, and the enduring influence he’s left on the Lowcountry and beyond. \nThis is more than just an event; it’s a chance to celebrate a literary icon in the beautiful surroundings of Beaufort. Connect with fellow enthusiasts and let’s honor Pat Conroy’s legacy while inspiring creativity for generations to come. \nDon’t miss your chance to be part of this significant milestone. Reserve your spot today and join us in celebrating the lasting impact of Pat Conroy’s work!
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/celebrating-pat-conroy-a-legacy-of-literary-inspiration/
LOCATION:311 Scott St\, Beaufort\, SC 29902-5556\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T070000
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SUMMARY:Tenth Annual March Forth
DESCRIPTION:Save the Dates! \nCommemorating the anniversary of Pat Conroy’s passing on March 4\, 2016\, by engaging with major themes of his writing and teaching life\, the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center’s tenth annual March Forth will be a week long series of educational programs and experiences\, spanning Monday\, March 2\, to Sunday\, March 8–including events in Beaufort\, Bluffton\, Charleston\, Daufuskie Island\, Port Royal\, and St. Helena Island. \nDetails and registration information will be announced in mid January: https://marchforth2026.eventbrite.com \n~ SCHEDULED TO APPEAR “~\nComing Soon \n~EVENTS SCHEDULE~\nComing Soon
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/tenth-annual-march-forth/
LOCATION:601 Bladen Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T070000
CREATED:20260302T154515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T104520Z
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SUMMARY:Honoring a Legacy: A Tribute to Pat Conroy’s Impact on Literature
DESCRIPTION:Gather for an engaging conversation led by Sean Scapellato\, a close friend of Pat Conroy and the current chairman of the Pat Conroy Literary Center. We’ll delve into the profound impact of Conroy’s works and his invaluable contributions to literature and the South Carolina community. \nCome be part of this significant milestone and connect with fellow literary lovers! Reserve your spot today and join us in celebrating the legacy of Pat Conroy!
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/honoring-a-legacy-a-tribute-to-pat-conroys-impact-on-literature/
LOCATION:120 Palmetto Way\, Bluffton\, SC 29910-9628\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T113000
DTSTAMP:20260415T070000
CREATED:20260302T154514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T104520Z
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SUMMARY:Savoring Beaufort: A Culinary Journey with Tales of Pat Conroy
DESCRIPTION:Experience the charm of Beaufort as you savor tantalizing bites from local restaurants\, including mouthwatering Lowcountry specialties like tomato pie\, shrimp and grits\, and southern barbecue. Along the way\, the Seldons will share personal stories of beloved author Pat Conroy\, a revered mentor of Lynn’s\, enriching your understanding of the region’s rich literary history. \nItinerary Highlights:\n– Start Point: McIntosh Book Shoppe located at 919 Bay Street\, Beaufort\, SC 29902\n– Distance: Approximately 1.5 miles of flat walking\n– Food Stops Include:\n– Lowcountry Produce\n– Q on Bay\n– Plums\n– Lowcountry Cider \nEach participant will receive a copy of the Seldons’ book\, alongside their insightful commentary on all things Lowcountry and the legacy of Pat Conroy.\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to explore Beaufort’s culinary scene and delve into its storied past. Reserve your spot today for a moveable feast that promises delicious food and memorable stories!
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/savoring-beaufort-a-culinary-journey-with-tales-of-pat-conroy/
LOCATION:919 Bay St\, Beaufort\, SC 29902-5567\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T070000
CREATED:20260302T154514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T104520Z
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SUMMARY:Words Beneath the Witness Tree: A Celebration of Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Experience the beauty of poetry at the Beaufort Witness Tree\, as we gather to honor the artistic legacy of Pat Conroy.\nJoin Us for an Evening of Poetry and Reflection!\nExperience the beauty of poetry at the Beaufort Witness Tree\, as we gather to honor the artistic legacy of Pat Conroy. This special event invites you to partake in readings that celebrate storytelling—an art that Pat cherished deeply\nEvent Highlights:\n– Enjoy poignant poetry readings from Pat’s brother\, Tim Conroy\, alongside talented local authors including Ellen Malphrus\, Brea Parker\, Susan River Madison\, Jacqelyn Markham\, and Quitman Marshall.\n– Immerse yourself in the powerful words that pay tribute to Pat’s love for storytelling and the written word\nJoin us in this heartfelt celebration\, and share in the life-affirming power of poetry. Mark your calendar for a memorable evening filled with inspiration and connection!\nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/words-beneath-the-witness-tree-a-celebration-of-storytelling/
LOCATION:601 Bladen Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T070000
CREATED:20260302T154513Z
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SUMMARY:Conroy's Cadet Chronicles: A Literary Voyage from Beaufort to The Citadel
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive bus tour from Beaufort to The Citadel\, exploring the storied landmarks that shaped Pat Conroy’s life and writing. \nEmbark on a Literary Journey!\nJoin us for an exclusive bus tour from Beaufort to The Citadel\, exploring the storied landmarks that shaped the life and writing of Pat Conroy\, one of America’s beloved authors. \nTour Highlights:\n– Begin your journey at the Daniel Library\, where Pat dedicated countless hours during his Evening Study Periods (ESPs). \n– Discover hidden gems and landmarks behind the scenes\, including the iconic Summerall Chapel\, a significant site for Pat’s faith as a cadet. \n– Visit Mark Clark Hall\, where Pat served as Vice Chairman of the Honor Committee\, and experience the Honor Court on the third floor. \n– Relive the excitement at McAlister Field House\, known for the fiercely competitive basketball games Pat vividly recounted in My Losing Season. \n– Explore Stevens Barracks\, Pat’s residence for four years and the only barracks at The Citadel that remains standing today. \nThis tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with Pat Conroy’s legacy and gain insights into his experiences at The Citadel. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable journey! \nPLEASE NOTE: Lunch is not included on this tour\, but we have arranged a box lunch option throughHerban Market and Cafe.You can order online by going to the website www.herbanmarketandcafe.com and choose “Order Now”. Once on the online order page\, choose the pick up date of March 5th and scroll down to the menu item “Pat Conroy Tour Lunch (March 5th)” for $15.95. Choose a sandwich option and pay online. Your order will be on the bus with your name on it.  \nIf you would like to call in your order or have a problem ordering\, please call Herban Market and Cafe at 843/379-5060 and ask for Trish.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/conroys-cadet-chronicles-a-literary-voyage-from-beaufort-to-the-citadel/
LOCATION:601 Bladen Street\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T100000
DTSTAMP:20260415T070000
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SUMMARY:Echoes of Daufuskie: A Culinary & Cultural Journey Inspired by Pat Conroy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable day on Daufuskie Island\, inspired by Pat Conroy’s groundbreaking memoir\, The Water Is Wide.\nDiscover the Heart of Daufuskie Island!\nJoin us for an unforgettable day on Daufuskie Island\, inspired by Pat Conroy’s groundbreaking memoir\, The Water Is Wide. This immersive six-hour tour offers a unique perspective on the island that profoundly influenced Pat’s writing. \nTour Highlights:\n– Depart by boat from Bluffton\, enjoying scenic views as you make your way to Daufuskie Island. \n– Experience insider stories and rich history from your host\, Sallie Ann Robinson—Pat’s former student turned celebrated Gullah chef \n—and insights from educator Jim Alberto\, who taught at the same school after Pat. \n– Enjoy a private guided tour of the island\, delving into its cultural significance and the lasting impact of Pat’s teaching. \n– Lunch on the island is at your leisure\, with dining options available at the Old Daufuskie Crab Company (not included in the ticket price) \nThis tour provides a rare opportunity to connect with Pat Conroy’s legacy and explore the island that inspired some of his most powerful writing. \nABOUT MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS: Please check in at store (81 Calhoun St. Bluffton\, SC 29910) about 15-20 minutes prior to the 10AM depart time. Park behind May River Excursions store in their private parking lot\, and they will direct you to the public dock to meet your captain.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/echoes-of-daufuskie-a-culinary-cultural-journey-inspired-by-pat-conroy/
LOCATION:81 Calhoun St\, Bluffton\, SC 29910-7013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T070000
CREATED:20260302T154512Z
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SUMMARY:Strings of Storytelling: Author Talk & Book Signing with Brendan Slocumb
DESCRIPTION:Step into the captivating world of storytelling with award-winning novelist and bestselling author Brendan Slocumb. \nJoin Us for an Evening with Brendan Slocumb!\nStep into the captivating world of storytelling with award-winning novelist and bestselling author Brendan Slocumb. Known for his compelling novels\, including The Violin Conspiracy\, Symphony of Secrets\, and The Dark Maestro\, Brendan will engage attendees in an enlightening discussion about his writing process\, inspirations\, and the power of music in literature. \nAbout the Author:\nHailing from Fayetteville\, North Carolina\, Brendan Slocumb is not only a talented author but also a dedicated music educator with over two decades of experience teaching students from kindergarten to twelfth grade. A proud graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro\, he holds a degree in music education with concentrations in Violin and Viola. His debut novel\, The Violin Conspiracy\, was published in 2022 and garnered significant acclaim as a GMA Book Club Pick. Following its success\, he released Symphony of Secrets and The Dark Maestro\, further establishing his voice in contemporary fiction.\nDon’t miss this opportunity to meet Brendan Slocumb\, get your books signed\, and immerse yourself in the stories that intertwine music and the human experience.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/strings-of-storytelling-author-talk-book-signing-with-brendan-slocumb/
LOCATION:711 Bladen St\, Beaufort\, SC 29902-4968\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T070000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Teddy Bear Picnic Read-Aloud with DAYLO
DESCRIPTION:On the first Saturday of every month\, you can join the student volunteers of DAYLO: Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization for a Teddy Bear Picnic read-aloud at the Port Royal Farmers Market (1615 Ribaut Rd.). In collaboration with the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center\, high school and college student volunteers from the Beaufort-based chapters of DAYLO gather at the gazebo in Naval Heritage Park from 9:30 a.m. to noon to read diverse\, inclusive picture books to children and their families\, inspiring a love of stories\, books\, reading\, and peer-to-peer mentoring.  \nCozy blankets\, a plethora of stuffed animals\, and some snacks help the students make a welcoming environment in this free community literacy program. Several times a year\, National Park Service Ranger Katherine Freeman also joins in for Read with a Ranger\, a literacy and art project thematically connected to the missions of DAYLO\, the Conroy Center\, and the Reconstruction Era National Historic Park.  \nDAYLO is a student-led diversity themed book club and community service group founded at Beaufort High School and now with chapters across South Carolina. Learn more at: https://linktr.ee/DAYLOBFT. \nThe Pat Conroy Literary Center is a nonprofit interpretive and learning center advancing the legacy of beloved\, bestselling writer\, educator\, and mentor Pat Conroy (1945-2016)\, author of The Water Is Wide\, The Great Santini\, The Prince of Tides\, and more. Learn more at: www.patconroyliterarycenter.org.
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/monthly-teddy-bear-picnic-read-aloud-with-daylo/
LOCATION:Port Royal Farmers Market
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T070000
CREATED:20260302T154512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T104519Z
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SUMMARY:Paddle & Pen: A Unique Kayak Tour and Creative Writing Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable experience blending the beauty of nature with the art of storytelling! \nJoin us for an unforgettable experience blending the beauty of nature with the art of storytelling! In this exciting event\, “Paddle & Pen\,” you’ll embark on a kayak tour of the breathtaking Port Royal Sound\, guided by the talented Katherine Tandy Brown\, an esteemed freelance travel writer with over 20 years of experience.\nKatherine’s unique teaching style combines her extensive writing knowledge with her passion for the outdoors\, making her classes truly inspiring. Throughout this three-hour adventure\, you’ll paddle through serene waters\, soaking in the natural beauty around you\, while practicing creative writing techniques tailored to your surroundings. \nKatherine has shared her expertise in memoir writing\, travel writing\, and creative writing through various programs\, including the USCB OLLI Continuing Ed and the Pat Conroy Literary Center. Her favorite classroom has been nature itself\, often teaching writing directly on a sandbar in the Beaufort River. \nItinerary:\n– Kayak Tour: Experience the calm and beauty of Port Royal Sound.\n– Creative Writing Session: Learn to capture the essence of nature in your writing with guided prompts and techniques from Katherine.\nDon’t miss this incredible opportunity to explore the great outdoors while honing your writing skills in a supportive and engaging environment
URL:https://patconroyliterarycenter.org/calendar/paddle-pen-a-unique-kayak-tour-and-creative-writing-adventure/
LOCATION:310 Okatie Hwy\, Okatie\, SC 29909-3915\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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