Silent Book Club Beaufort
2026-01-17 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-02-21 16:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Pat Conroy Literary Center
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.
Unlike 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.
Silent Book Club Beaufort also features a book swap: Leave a book, take a book.
The 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.

Grassroots Marketing for Authors: Workshop Led by Helen P. Bradley
2026-01-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Pat Conroy Literary Center
GRASSROOTS MARKETING FOR AUTHORS
A Writers Workshop Led by Helen P. Bradley, Author of Breach of Trust
Today’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.
You’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.
This 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.
Location and Cost
This 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.
About Our Instructor
Helen 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.
Helen 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.
For 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.
She’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.
Helen 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.

Pat Conroy as Nature Writer
2026-01-25 15:00 - 17:00 | 21A-1 Market Street. Beaufort, SC 29906
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.
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By popular demand, this program is now being offered twice: January 25 AND 26.
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The $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
https://www.villagesocialhabersham.net/upcoming-events
About Our Presenters
Jonathan 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.
Tim 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.

Pat Conroy as Nature Writer
2026-01-26 18:00 - 20:00 | 21A-1 Market Street. Beaufort, SC 29906
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.
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By popular demand, this program is now being offered twice: January 25 AND 26.
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The $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
https://www.villagesocialhabersham.net/upcoming-events
About Our Presenters
Jonathan 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.
Tim 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.

An Evening with Award-Winning Journalist Steve Oney, Author of On Air
2026-02-05 17:00 - 18:30 | Pat Conroy Literary Center
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.
ABOUT THE BOOK
“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
“Engrossing and entertaining . . . A major work of media history.”—New York Times Book Review
“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)
Founded 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.
In 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.
Fascinating, revelatory, and irresistibly dishy, this is a riveting account of NPR’s chaotic ascent, cultural triumph, and imperiled future.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Steve 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.

Monthly Teddy Bear Picnic Read-Aloud with DAYLO
2026-02-07 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-07 09:30 - 12:00 | Port Royal Farmers Market
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.
Cozy 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.
DAYLO 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.
The 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.

Open Mic Night--Featuring Ifetayo J. White, Author of Reiki Heart and Soul
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:30 | 601 Bladen Street, Beaufort, SC, United States, South Carolina 29902
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.
Interested in reading as part of Open Mic? Let us know at contact@patconroyliterarycenter.org.
About Our Featured Author
Ifetayo 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.
About the Book:
REIKI 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.
From 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.

An Evening with South Carolina Novelists Dorothy McFalls and Linda Lovely
2026-02-19 17:00 - 18:30 | Pat Conroy Literary Center
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.
Authors McFalls and Lovely are both avid readers who relish everything from cozy mysteries, gritty thrillers, and historical fiction to steamy romance and otherworldly fantasy.
McFalls 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.
In 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.
ABOUT DOROTHY McFALLS
Award-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.
Switching 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.
Now 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.
ABOUT LINDA LOVELY
A 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.
“I write in genres I love to read,” Lovely comments, “and I’m hooked on all mystery/suspense/thriller genres.”
For 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.
An Iowa native, Linda now lives with her husband beside a South Carolina lake. Her hobbies include reading, swimming, kayaking, tennis, and gardening.

Our Prince of Scribes: Featuring Tim Conroy, Cassandra King, and Ellen Malphrus
2026-02-23 18:00 - 20:00 | 21A-1 Market Street. Beaufort, SC 29906
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.
Join 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).
The $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
https://www.villagesocialhabersham.net/upcoming-events

An Evening with Novelist Carolyn Hooker, Author of Leaving Edgefield
2026-02-26 17:00 - 18:30 | Pat Conroy Literary Center
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.
ABOUT THE NOVEL
“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
“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
In 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.
Leaving 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.
Carolyn 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.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Carolyn 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.

Celebrating Pat Conroy: A Legacy of Literary Inspiration
2026-03-02 14:00 | 311 Scott St, Beaufort, SC 29902-5556, United States
Join us for a heartfelt tribute to the extraordinary life and legacy of Pat Conroy as we mark the 10th anniversary of his passing.
Join 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!
Pat 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.
Event Date: March 2, 2026
Time: 2 PM – 3 PM
Location: Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
Host: Marly Rusoff, Pat Conroy’s esteemed literary agent
Price: Free
Itinerary:
Gather 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.
This 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.
Don’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!

Tenth Annual March Forth
2026-03-02 14:00 - 2026-03-08 15:30 | 601 Bladen Street, Beaufort, SC, United States, South Carolina 29902
Save the Dates!
Commemorating 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.
Details and registration information will be announced in mid January: https://marchforth2026.eventbrite.com
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Honoring a Legacy: A Tribute to Pat Conroy’s Impact on Literature
2026-03-03 14:00 | 120 Palmetto Way, Bluffton, SC 29910-9628, United States
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.
Come 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!

Savoring Beaufort: A Culinary Journey with Tales of Pat Conroy
2026-03-04 11:30 | 919 Bay St, Beaufort, SC 29902-5567, United States
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.
Itinerary Highlights:
– Start Point: McIntosh Book Shoppe located at 919 Bay Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
– Distance: Approximately 1.5 miles of flat walking
– Food Stops Include:
– Lowcountry Produce
– Q on Bay
– Plums
– Lowcountry Cider
Each participant will receive a copy of the Seldons’ book, alongside their insightful commentary on all things Lowcountry and the legacy of Pat Conroy.
Don’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!

Words Beneath the Witness Tree: A Celebration of Storytelling
2026-03-04 17:00 | 601 Bladen Street, Beaufort, SC, United States, South Carolina 29902
Experience the beauty of poetry at the Beaufort Witness Tree, as we gather to honor the artistic legacy of Pat Conroy.
Join Us for an Evening of Poetry and Reflection!
Experience 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
Event Highlights:
– 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.
– Immerse yourself in the powerful words that pay tribute to Pat’s love for storytelling and the written word
Join 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!
We look forward to seeing you there!

Conroy's Cadet Chronicles: A Literary Voyage from Beaufort to The Citadel
2026-03-05 10:30 | 601 Bladen Street, Beaufort, SC, United States, South Carolina 29902
Join us for an exclusive bus tour from Beaufort to The Citadel, exploring the storied landmarks that shaped Pat Conroy’s life and writing.
Embark on a Literary Journey!
Join 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.
Tour Highlights:
– Begin your journey at the Daniel Library, where Pat dedicated countless hours during his Evening Study Periods (ESPs).
– Discover hidden gems and landmarks behind the scenes, including the iconic Summerall Chapel, a significant site for Pat’s faith as a cadet.
– Visit Mark Clark Hall, where Pat served as Vice Chairman of the Honor Committee, and experience the Honor Court on the third floor.
– Relive the excitement at McAlister Field House, known for the fiercely competitive basketball games Pat vividly recounted in My Losing Season.
– Explore Stevens Barracks, Pat’s residence for four years and the only barracks at The Citadel that remains standing today.
This 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!
PLEASE 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.
If 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.

Echoes of Daufuskie: A Culinary & Cultural Journey Inspired by Pat Conroy
2026-03-06 10:00 | 81 Calhoun St, Bluffton, SC 29910-7013, United States
Join us for an unforgettable day on Daufuskie Island, inspired by Pat Conroy’s groundbreaking memoir, The Water Is Wide.
Discover the Heart of Daufuskie Island!
Join 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.
Tour Highlights:
– Depart by boat from Bluffton, enjoying scenic views as you make your way to Daufuskie Island.
– Experience insider stories and rich history from your host, Sallie Ann Robinson—Pat’s former student turned celebrated Gullah chef
—and insights from educator Jim Alberto, who taught at the same school after Pat.
– Enjoy a private guided tour of the island, delving into its cultural significance and the lasting impact of Pat’s teaching.
– Lunch on the island is at your leisure, with dining options available at the Old Daufuskie Crab Company (not included in the ticket price)
This tour provides a rare opportunity to connect with Pat Conroy’s legacy and explore the island that inspired some of his most powerful writing.
ABOUT 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.

Strings of Storytelling: Author Talk & Book Signing with Brendan Slocumb
2026-03-06 17:00 | 711 Bladen St, Beaufort, SC 29902-4968, United States
Step into the captivating world of storytelling with award-winning novelist and bestselling author Brendan Slocumb.
Join Us for an Evening with Brendan Slocumb!
Step 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.
About the Author:
Hailing 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.
Don’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.

Paddle & Pen: A Unique Kayak Tour and Creative Writing Adventure
2026-03-07 10:30 | 310 Okatie Hwy, Okatie, SC 29909-3915, United States
Join us for an unforgettable experience blending the beauty of nature with the art of storytelling!
Join 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.
Katherine’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.
Katherine 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.
Itinerary:
– Kayak Tour: Experience the calm and beauty of Port Royal Sound.
– Creative Writing Session: Learn to capture the essence of nature in your writing with guided prompts and techniques from Katherine.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to explore the great outdoors while honing your writing skills in a supportive and engaging environment

Nature Writing: Kayak on the Chechessee and Write about It, with Katherine Tandy Brown
2026-03-07 10:30 - 13:30 | 310 Okatie Hwy, Okatie, SC, United States, South Carolina 29909
RSVP Required. Click the orange “Book a Program” button on our website to sign up!
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We who live in the South Carolina Lowcountry are fortunate to be surrounded by its extraordinary nature – the marsh and its seasons, live oaks dripping with Spanish moss, 180 degrees of ever-changing sky, marsh and shore birds, crabs and dolphins and fish, the bright sunshine that lights this southern world, and of course, water…the ocean and rivers and their tides. In this workshop you’ll kayak on the Chechessee River with guides from the Maritime Center for a morning immersion in Carolina’s nature at its finest.
Then – like Henry David Thoreau on Walden Pond – you’ll take pen to paper and write about any part of the adventure you choose. Anyone at any level of writing, from rank beginner to pretty darn good, can write using a method called writing practice, developed by writing workshop guru Natalie Goldberg and presented in her classic book, Writing Down the Bones. You’ll learn how to get rid of the self-critic so that your thoughts flow freely onto the page. And you’ll leave with a chunk of nature writing and a memory of time well spent.
Dress for a journey on the water, and be sure to bring sunscreen, a water bottle, notebook or journal, and several pens.
Katherine Tandy Brown has explored the world as a freelance travel writer for 20-plus years. She has taught memoir writing, travel writing, writing practice, et al, in the USCB’s OLLI Continuing Ed program, Tech College of the Lowcountry, Pat Conroy Literary Center, Palm Key and Thera Vista Retreat Centers, her downtown Beaufort cottage…and nature writing on a sandbar in the Beaufort River, her favorite classroom so far!

Echoes of the Past: The Beaufort Witness Tree and Reconstruction History
2026-03-07 16:00 | 601 Bladen Street, Beaufort, SC, United States, South Carolina 29902
Discover the rich history of the Beaufort Witness Tree and the Reconstruction Era as Ranger Chris Barr
Join Us for an Engaging History Talk!
Discover the rich history of the Beaufort Witness Tree and the Reconstruction Era as Ranger Chris Barr, the Interpretive Program Manager & Public Information Officer for the Reconstruction Era National Historical Park, guides you through this enlightening session.
Itinerary:
– 4:00 PM: Welcome and Introduction
– 4:05 PM: Dive into the fascinating history of the Beaufort Witness Tree, located right across from the Conroy Center.
– 4:30 PM: Explore the surrounding area during the Civil War and its significance in American history.
– 4:50 PM: Q&A session with Ranger Chris Barr
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with history in a captivating setting. We look forward to seeing you there!

Evening of Literary Delights: Open House at the Pat Conroy Literary Center
2026-03-07 17:00 | 601 Bladen Street, Beaufort, SC, United States, South Carolina 29902
Join us for a delightful evening filled with literature, good company, and vibrant discussions.
Join us for a delightful evening filled with literature, good company, and vibrant discussions. Whether you’re a lifelong reader or just discovering your love for books, this event is for you! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the literary community.
Event Highlights:
– Guided Tours: Discover the rich history and inspiring stories behind the Pat Conroy Literary Center.
– Tasty Treats: Savor delicious appetizers while relaxing with fellow literary enthusiasts.
– Beverages: Enjoy complimentary beer, wine, and soft drinks to toast to creativity and connection.
– Engaging Conversations: Connect with authors and fellow supporters, share stories, and foster your passion for literature.

March Forth at Penn Center: A Celebration of Nature, Literature, and Gullah
2026-03-08 08:00 | 16 Penn Center Cir E, St Helena, SC 29920, United States
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at Penn Center as we immerse ourselves in the rich tapestry of nature, literature, and Gullah culture
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at Penn Center as we immerse ourselves in the rich tapestry of nature, literature, and Gullah culture, honoring the legacy of the beloved author Pat Conroy.
Event Highlights:
– Nature Walk led by renowned naturalist Jake Zadik.
– Engaging presentations from best-selling authors Rob Edwards and Michael Moore.
– A delightful lunch catered by the talented Events by Debbi Covington, featuring a signature Tarragon Chicken Salad, Chef Salad, Pimento Cheese BLT, Pimento Cheese Sandwich (Vegan Option)
– A fascinating discussion with Gullah chef and author Sallie Ann Robinson, who will share her journey and culinary traditions, drawing inspiration from the teachings and influence of Pat Conroy, whose love for Gullah culture resonates in his works.
Itinerary:
– 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Check-in
Start your day by arriving early and mingling with fellow participants.
– 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Nature Walk with Jake Zadik
Experience the beauty of St. Helena Island while learning about the local ecosystem from a passionate naturalist and cofounder of the South Carolina Partners of Amphibian and Reptile Conservation.
– 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM: Lunch
Savor a delicious catered lunch while connecting with other attendees.
– 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM: Talk by Rob Edwards & Michael Moore
Get inspired by award-winning filmmaker and author Rob Edwards, known for his work on Disney classics, and Michael Moore, who honors his great-great-grandfather, Robert Smalls, in his celebrated children’s book.
– 1:15 PM – 2:00 PM: Sallie Ann Robinson
Hear from Sallie Ann Robinson, Gullah chef and culinary historian, as she shares her experiences growing up on Daufuskie Island and highlights the importance of preserving Gullah traditions. Having been guided by the remarkable Pat Conroy, her insights will reflect the deep connections between his literary significance and Gullah culture.
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Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with nature, literature, and the vibrant Gullah culture, all while honoring the legacy of Pat Conroy! Limited spots available—secure your ticket today!

Virtual Open Mic Night -- Featuring Janice Daugharty, Author of A Righteous Wind
2026-03-12 18:00 - 19:30 | 601 Bladen Street, Beaufort, SC, United States, South Carolina 29902
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, March 12, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Our featured presenter is novelist Janice Daugharty, author of A Righteous Wind. Open Mic will also feature short readings of 3 to 5 minutes each by other writers in many genres.
Interested in reading as part of virtual Open Mic? Let us know at contact@patconroyliterarycenter.org.
About Our Featured Author:
Janice Daugharty is the author of 10 published novels and 2 short story collections. She lives in Georgia, on the Echols/Lanier county line, divided by Cow Creek. Her 250 acres she calls Cow Creek Farm.
“Getting into a Janice Daugharty novel can be like moving into the rural Georgia she writes about…. By the time you have to go, you wish you could stay a spell longer.”–Orlando Sentinel
About A Righteous Wind: Kim and Shelton, are left behind. Kim’s husband and young son, along with Shelton’s wife, and millions of others, have vanished without a trace. Is it the weather? Or some other fluke of nature or science. All signs point to the Biblical Rapture, but Kim and Shelton weren’t buying that. They join forces to come up with a reasonable explanation.

An Afternoon with Poet Myra Shapiro, Author of Crossing the Street to Paradis
2026-03-21 14:00 | 601 Bladen Street, Beaufort, SC, United States, South Carolina 29902
The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center will host an afternoon with award-winning poet and memoirist Myra Shapiro, author of Crossing the Street to Paradis, on Saturday, March 21, at 2:00 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.
ABOUT THE BOOK
“Crossing the Street to Paradis is a glorious triumph. It shines like ‘shook foil’ as the strongest, bravest, most heartbroken and wildly funny of Shapiro’s work yet. To produce poetry of such magnificence in the ninth decade of a life is not only miraculous, it’s outrageous and completely inspiring. This is the most Myra Shapiro yet. And, above all, there is such a comfortable, unapologetic, and loveable human spirit who not only shares her thoughts but dares to shock us with her freedom to Imagine Anything and Everything. She has the radical chutzpah of a great poet!”– Carol Conroy, author of The Beauty Wars
From the award-winning poet and memoirist Myra Shapiro comes a luminous new collection that traverses love and loss, age and vitality, New York streets and Southern roots. Crossing the Street to Paradis is a vibrant tapestry of poems that embrace a life lived deeply—fiercely—and still unfolding.
Through moments as intimate as sipping ginger tea with John Donne or remembering the weight of a daughter’s curls, Shapiro turns the ordinary into the mythic. She writes of marriage and motherhood, pandemics and Passovers, rooftop gardens and subway benches, each line shimmering with wit, resilience, and grace.
In her 90s and still singing, Shapiro speaks to what it means to endure, to remember, to gather stones from Ireland and words from childhood, and to find, in the face of grief and global tumult, the enduring power of poetry. Perfect for fans of Mary Oliver, Sharon Olds, and Billy Collins, this collection is a triumphant meditation on tenderness, resistance, and the joy of still being here.
ABOUT THE POET
Myra Shapiro, born in the Bronx, returned to New York City after forty-five years in Georgia and Tennessee where she married Harold Shapiro, raised two daughters and worked as a teacher and librarian. She holds a BA in American Literature (University of Chattanooga) MA in English (Bread Loaf School of English, Middlebury College) and MFA in Writing (Vermont College). She received the Dylan Thomas Poetry Award from The New School and was a finalist for the Robert H. Winner Award from the Poetry Society of America. She has held fellowships at the Banff Arts Center, MacDowell Colony, and Hedgebrook.
Shapiro’s books of poetry are I’ll See You Thursday, 12 Floors Above the Earth, When the World Walks Toward You, and her memoir, Four Sublets: Becoming a Poet in New York. Her poems have appeared in many periodicals and anthologies, and twice, in Best American Poetry. She serves on the Board of Directors of Poets House and teaches poetry workshops for the International Women’s Writing Guild.

An Evening With Margaret Seidler, Author of Payne-Ful Business, Charleston's Journey to Truth
2026-03-26 17:00 | 601 Bladen Street, Beaufort, SC, United States, South Carolina 29902
The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center will host an evening with historical novelist Margaret Seidler, author of Payne-Ful Business, Charleston’s Journey to Truth, on Thursday, March 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.
ABOUT THE NOVEL
“While I can’t change the past, I can change what people learn about it and what they do about it today.”
In 2018, at age 65, DNA testing revealed cousins of African descent; ensuing genealogical research uncovered a Charleston family history that shook Margaret to the core. She hails from nearly 100 years of slave traders in the Transatlantic and Domestic Slave Trades. With a professional background in conflict resolution, she faced only one choice, share the truth. This inspired action to bridge today’s racial divide through storytelling and art. “Payne-ful” Business: Charleston’s Journey to Truth, is a book collaboration with another SC native, African American artist John W. Jones, who brings these historic newspaper advertisements to life revealing the humanity of the enslaved offered for sale by my ancestor, William Payne.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Margaret Seidler is a retired Organization Development consultant and master trainer. Her practice focused on creating higher performance in both organization and community systems. Her interest in helping other professionals become more effective leaders began in the early 1990s, when she recognized a dire need to improve her own leadership skills. Her areas of expertise include managing complex challenges and change, emotional intelligence, teambuilding, conflict resolution and interpersonal communication.
Since returning to her hometown of Charleston and establishing her consulting practice in 2001, Margaret published numerous articles. In 2008, her leadership book, Power Surge, was published by the Human Resource Development (HRD) Press of Amherst, MA.
A case study of her work in strengthening citizen/police relationships in response to the Mother Emanuel AME Church tragedy was published in 2017 in The Oxford Handbook of Organizational Paradox, Oxford University Press, UK. In 2022, her broader work with the city of Charleston was published in Both/AND Thinking: Embracing Creative Tensions to Solve Your Toughest Problems, Harvard Business Review Press, MA.
Margaret’s community service included the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Board, as well as appointment by the South Carolina Governor to the Charleston International Airport Board.
Her education includes a BA in Psychology and Master of Public Administration from the University of South Carolina, as well as graduate course work in Organization Development at the University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis. In 2009, Margaret became one of only eighteen certified Polarity Management™ Masters in North America. She has served as adjunct faculty in Executive Education at the University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza School of Business, the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management and the US Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Organization Management.
Margaret is one of 47 contributors in Ukweli: Search for Healing Truth, South Carolina Writers and Poets explore American Racism, Evening Post Books, 2022.
Her book, “Payne-ful” Business: Charleston’s Journey to Truth, was released in March 2024, has sold 5000 copies, won two national book awards as well as the South Carolina Governor’s Award in the Humanities.
In JAN 2026, Margaret discovered a Runaway newspaper ad for 16-year-old, Molly. She and artist Jones are committed to sharing this horrific story through his stunning art.

Author Event With Marissa McFarland and Kristen Ness
2026-04-02 17:00 - 18:30 | 601 Bladen Street, Beaufort, SC, United States, South Carolina 29902
Thursday April 2 – 5:30-6:30 PM EDT
Price: Free
Registration: Seating is limited; please call to reserve your spot: 843-379-7025.
Venue: Pat Conroy Literary Center | 601 Bladen St., Beaufort
ABOUT THE BOOK- WHEN GOODBYES BEGIN:
Sometimes the life you’re meant to live comes together after everything falls apart. For years, Anna Capozzi followed the rules. She put family and career before love and dreams and never missed a Sunday dinner with her demanding Italian parents and her brother, Frank. When she shocks herself by walking off the job and away from her nursing career, Anna’s life falls apart…which sets the real Anna free to come together, as she starts her own business and meets the man of her dreams.
But before she can celebrate her new life, her father’s growing forgetfulness leads to a devastating diagnosis. Once again, Anna’s dreams are put on hold to put the family first, while Frank faces a turning point in a serious relationship complicated by a hidden past.
When a long-buried family secret comes to light, Anna and Frank begin to question everything they thought they knew about their parents, their roots, and themselves.
Bound by love, burdened by secrets, and shaped by tradition, Anna must find the strength to let go of the life she thought she wanted and embrace the one she’s meant to live.
When Goodbyes Begin is a heartfelt, multi-generational story about identity, sacrifice, and coming home.
About the Author:
MARISSA McFARLAND (neé Campanella) is the author of her debut novel, WHEN GOOBYES BEGIN. Her short story, New in Town, was featured in the online magazine, Pawners Papers.
Born and raised in Eastern Pennsylvania in an Italian American household, she now resides in Clemson, South Carolina with her husband and two boys.
When Marissa isn’t writing, she can be found chauffeuring her sons to soccer practices, reading audition lines with her youngest son, an actor, taste testing her older son’s baked goods for his baking business, or cheering on her favorite Philly sports teams.
Marissa began writing her first novel as a form of therapy while her family struggled through her father’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis. As the disease progressed, Marissa knew she could reach other readers who have had similar experiences.
She is currently working on another novel, one that will bring laughter to her readers, especially the moms out there.
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KRISTEN NESS- An author herself (At Loggerheads, 2023), Kristen Ness will be in conversation with our featured author Marissa. Kirsten. Writing, real estate, politics, and even publishing run in her blood as the daughter of an English teacher and a land developer, and the great-granddaughter of the 14th Governor of North Dakota whose family owned and published The Bismarck Tribune. She has a BA in English from Duke University and a JD from the University of South Carolina School of Law. Kristen lives in Charleston, SC, with her husband, their two children, two guinea pigs, and a cat.

Open Mic Night
2026-04-09 18:00 - 19:30 | 601 Bladen Street, Beaufort, SC, United States, South Carolina 29902
Yes,YOU can share your writing at Open Mic Night! Whether you are published or not, whether you’ve written a novel, poem, short story or something else of interest we want to hear YOU!It’s easy, and great exposure and practice.
If you’re interested in reading as part of Open Mic night? Just email ginger@patconroyliterarycenter.org and you’ll be added to the list.
The Pat Conroy Literary Center’s monthly Open Mic Night will be held at the Conroy Center (601 Bladen St.) on Thursday, April 9 from 6-7:30PM. Open Mic this month will feature Jackie Markham, and will also feature short readings of 3 to 5 minutes each by other writers in many genres.
About Our Featured Writer
Jacquelyn Markham has loved poetry since wandering through the meadow along a mint-lined brook as a child in rural Michigan. She has written poetry nearly as long, so as a freshman in college, she decided to make a career of it. After earning her bachelor’s degree in English, she earned a master’s and a doctorate in English and Creative Writing from Florida State University. Author of two chapbooks and a personal mythology, Peering Into the Iris: An Ancestral Journey, she has published nationally and internationally in literary journals, magazines, and anthologies, including Archive: South Carolina Poetry Since 2005, Adrienne Rich: A Tribute Anthology, Anthology of Appalachian Writers, Lullwater Review, Hawaii Pacific Review, The High Window, Woman and Earth, among others. Dr. Markham enjoyed a rich academic career from which she retired as a full professor. She now mentors poets and writers, living and writing near the coast of South Carolina.
