May 18, 2024by: Larry Dorminy No Comments

What’s Happening in Your Parks, Charleston, SC

Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission

Slide In!

Break out the swimsuits, sunscreen, and summer vibes: On May 18, our waterparks are officially open for fun! Visitors are welcome to splash in at Whirlin’ Waters, Splash Zone, and Splash Island on weekends until June 8, when the waterparks open every day for the season.

Hang Ten

On May 18, drop into SK8 Charleston for our Luau and Bowl Jam. Area skaters are invited to tear up the bowls for great prizes…when they’re not jamming out to live music, noshing on delicious food truck fare, and sharing that aloha spirit.

Take a Nature Ramble

Shift into summer mode when you join a Master Naturalist for a nature stroll through Johns Island County Park. On June 1, enjoy a leisurely walk in the park to learn about the plants and animals that help to make this place such a natural treasure.

Rise to the Challenge

Gather your fave group of adventurers – friends, colleagues, all the cousins gathered for that family reunion – for a teambuilding with lofty goals…literally! Join forces to hone your skills and tighten your bonds on the Challenge Course, where you’ll tackle a series of low- and high-flying tests that will leave you exhilarated!

Mark Your Calendars

May 16 Cheers on the Pier

May 17 Dancing on the Cooper

May 18 Understanding the Rice Culture

May 22 Yoga for Climbers

May 23 Beginner Skateboarding

May 24 Drop-in Dawn Patrol 2 spots left

May 31 Reggae Nights

June 1 Wheel to Surf Adaptive Surfing 4 spots left

June 2 Inclusive Swim Night

June 7 Wee Wild Ones: Bouncing Beachcombers

Annual Partners

For information on sponsorship opportunities, please email the Sponsorship Coordinator.

Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission | 861 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 29412

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May 17, 2024by: Larry Dorminy No Comments

SCDNR to conduct courtesy boat inspections during Memorial Day weekend

SCDNR officers will perform quick but thorough inspections for required safety equipment at public boat landings during the Memorial Day weekend. (SCDNR photo)

In an effort to keep people and waterways safe during the Memorial Day weekend, the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Law Enforcement Division will be conducting courtesy boat inspections at public boat landings around the state.

The Memorial Day holiday kicks off the summer boating season and is one of the busiest times of the year for South Carolina lakes and waterways, and officers want to do everything possible to keep everyone’s weekend fun and safe.

SCDNR boating safety and enforcement officers will perform quick but thorough inspections for required safety equipment and proper boat and motor registrations. Those who are not in compliance with safety regulations or registration requirements will not be ticketed during the complimentary inspections. Instead, they will be given an opportunity to correct the problem before they launch their boat. SCDNR officers will also be available to answer questions and give boaters tips on how to stay safe on the water.

To report boating violations such as reckless operation or an intoxicated boat operator, call the SCDNR toll-free, 24-hour hotline at 1-800-922-5431 or dial #DNR on your cellular phone.

For a copy of South Carolina’s boating regulations, to find out about local boating safety courses, or to obtain a free float plan form, contact the SCDNR boating safety office at 1-800-277-4301 or visit http://www.dnr.sc.gov/education/boated.html.

Memorial Day weekend boat inspection locations (all inspections are from 10 a.m. to Noon):

Saturday, May 25:

Anderson County: Twin Lakes Landing, Lake Hartwell: 10 a.m. to Noon
Berkeley County: William Dennis Landing, Tail Race Canal, 10 a.m. to Noon
Charleston County: Wapoo Cut Landing, Intracoastal Waterway (ICW): 10 a.m. to Noon
Greenwood County: SC Highway 72 Landing at Break on the Lake, Lake Greenwood: 10 a.m. to Noon
Horry County: Little River Landing: 10 a.m. to Noon
Lexington County: Lake Murray Dam Landing: 10 a.m. to Noon
York County: Allison Creek Park Landing, Lake Wylie: 10 a.m. to Noon

Sunday, May 26:

Beaufort County: Broad River Landing: 10 a.m. to Noon
Charleston County: Remley’s Point, 10 a.m. to Noon
Clarendon County: Alex Harvin Landing, Lake Marion: 10 a.m. to Noon
Colleton County: Bennett’s Point, 10 a.m. to Noon
Kershaw County: Clearwater Cove Landing, Lake Wateree: 10 a.m. to Noon
McCormick County: Dorn Landing, Lake Thurmond: 10 a.m. to Noon
Pickens County: South Cove Landing, Lake Keowee: 10 a.m. to Noon

Monday, May 27:

Beaufort County: Lemon Island Boat Ramp: 10 a.m. to Noon
Charleston County: Limehouse Landing, 10 a.m. to Noon
Georgetown County: Carroll Ashmore Campbell Marine Complex Landing, 10 a.m. to Noon
Lexington County: Lake Murray Dam: 10 a.m. to Noon
Oconee County: Seneca Creek, Lake Hartwell, 10 a.m. to Noon
York County: Allison Creek Park Landing, Lake Wylie: 10 a.m. to Noon

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Rembert C. Dennis Building
1000 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201

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May 17, 2024by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
Whistle Signals, Oil Concerns & November Seminar – Captain Chris Yacht Services
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May 17, 2024by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
2024 National Safe Boating Week Offers Tips for All Boaters, May 18-24
National Safe Boating Week will be held from May 18-24, 2024, reminding all boaters to brush up on boating safety skills and prepare for the boating season.
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ELECTRIC BLUES EXTRAVAGANZA, June 15, Fishermen’s Village, Charlotte Harbor, FL
There is always plenty to do around Charlotte Harbor! While berthed at Fishermen’s Village Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, you are certain to enjoy visiting Western Florida’s beautiful Charlotte Harbor/Peace River.
Fishermen’s Village May Calendars of Entertainment/Events
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941.639.8721
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Fishermen’s Village June Calendars of Entertainment/Events, Punta Gorda, FL

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There is always plenty to do around Charlotte Harbor! While berthed at Fishermen’s Village Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, you are certain to enjoy visiting Western Florida’s beautiful Charlotte Harbor/Peace River.
Fishermen’s Village June Calendar of Entertainment/Events
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Special Events & Community Relations
941.639.8721
kburnam@fishermensvillage.com
www.fishermensvillage.com
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Inclusive Swim Nights this Summer at Charleston County Waterparks and the West County Aquatic Center, Charleston, SC

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Sarah Reynolds

Public Information Coordinator

Headquarters

861 Riverland Dr

Charleston

29412

Office: +1 8437628089

Sarah.Reynolds@ccprc.com

CharlestonCountyParks.com

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LNM: AICW MM Zero, Norfolk Harbor Fest, June 7-9, Norfolk, VA

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Sector Virginia
Marine Safety Information Bulletin

(757) 374-3408
VirginiaWaterways@uscg.mil

48th Annual Norfolk Harborfest – Marine Event – Announcement

The 48th Annual Norfolk Harborfest marine event will occur Friday, June 7th through Sunday, June 9th, 2024. The event is expected to draw a large number of spectator vessels in the vicinity of Town Point Reach in Norfolk, VA. To assist in maintaining a safe waterway, the Captain of the Port Sector Virginia will be enforcing a Special Local Regulation limiting the use of portions of the Elizabeth River near Town Point Reach.

Waterway closures enforced via the Special Local Regulation listed in 33 CFR 100.501(i)(3) will be in effect during the following dates and times:

Friday, June 7th

Search & Rescue Demonstration 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.*
Drone Show 9:15 p.m. – 9:45 p.m.*

Saturday, June 8th

Search & Rescue Demonstration 1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.*
Tug Muster 4:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.*
Fireworks 9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.* (If Drone Show rain date is used, Fireworks Show will immediately follow)

Rain Dates:

Saturday, June 8th Drone Show 9:15 p.m. – 9:45 p.m.*
Sunday, June 9th Fireworks 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.*

*Waterway closures may remain in effect up to 30 minutes after the event to account for any potential and unexpected delays.

The Special Local Regulation will encompass all waters of the Elizabeth River between the following positions: 36°50′51.6”N, 076°18′07.9”W; 36°51′00.3”N, 076°17′51”W; 36°50′50.9”N, 076°18′07.7”W; 36°50′33.6”N, 076°17′54.1”W; 36°50′13.2”N, 076°17’44.8”W; 36°50’08.8”N, 076°17′37.5”W; 36°50′21.5”N, 076°17′14.5”W; 36°50′35”N, 076°17′10”W.

During the times listed above, vessels will be prohibited from entering the regulated area. Operators must stop their vessel immediately upon being directed to do so and must proceed as directed by any law enforcement vessel. A Coast Guard patrol will be on scene monitoring VHF/FM channels 13 and 16 during these events. Mariners are requested to use extreme caution when transiting in the vicinity of the event.

A full schedule of events associated with Harborfest can be found here.

If you have any questions related to the aforementioned bulletin, please contact the United States Coast Guard Sector Virginia Waterways Management Division by email at VirginiaWaterways@uscg.mil.

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May 15, 2024by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 27.7404,-82.69619999

Gulfport Happenings! Boca Ciega Bay, FL

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Gulfport Marina includes dry boat storage, ship store, bathroom, public boat ramp, parking, fueling stations, lighted range markers and guest docking facility.

Gulfport Municipal Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is located in the heart of downtown Gulfport. The marina and harbor, found on the northern shores of Boca Ciega Bay, are easily accessible from the Western Florida ICW, just north of Tampa Bay.

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A Gulfport Welcome

Join us for “A Gulfport Welcome”, a lively and informative event designed just for YOU—whether you’re a new neighbor or just exploring! This is your quarterly golden ticket to dive into what makes Gulfport the weird, wacky, and absolutely wonderful place it is.

**Meet and mingle with city staff and community leaders
**Discover volunteer opportunities that make a difference
**Get the scoop on civic organizations and city services
**Have your questions answered and find out how you can get involved

Whether you’re here to stay or just passing through, we’re excited to welcome you to our community. Let’s make connections that count!

Location: Scout Hall
Date: May 17th, 2024
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm

Come find your place in Gulfport—we can’t wait to meet you!

3rd Saturday IndieFaire

Discover the magic of Gulfport’s IndieFaire, a monthly night market extravaganza hosted by the Gulfport Merchants Chamber of Commerce! Immerse yourself in a world of art, jewelry, plants, crafts, and unique locally crafted treasures.

Date: Saturday, May 18th
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00

Location: Beach Blvd, Downtown Gulfport

What to Expect:
Artistic Finds: Explore an eclectic mix of art, jewelry, plants, crafts, and more, all created by talented local artisans.

Community Vibes: Feel the vibrant, diverse energy of Gulfport’s creative community as you browse through the market stalls.

Live Entertainment: Enjoy the rhythm of live music and be captivated by performers, adding an extra layer of excitement to your IndieFaire experience.

The Wine House 1st Anniversary Party

Join The Wine House in celebrating their One Year Anniversary! Dance the night away Disco-Style to the tunes of Temporary Sanity (Eddie Kusar and Mike Beck) from 1-4 and DJ Pascal from 5-10. Enjoy a FREE wine tasting from 1-4 pm. Drink and Food Specials too!

Date: Saturday, May 18th

Time: 1-10 pm

Location: 2913 Beach Blvd. S., Gulfport

Multi Chamber Super Mingle

Join us for Super Mingle, May 20th from 5-6:30pm at Gulf Port Casino Ballroom! This free event will bring six Pinellas County Chambers of Commerce together for our quarterly networking mixer! The Treasure Island & Madeira Beach, Gulfport, Seminole, Pinellas Park, Hispanic, and St Petersburg Chamber will all have a chance to meet, mingle and mix with business leaders and elected officials and like minded business individuals!

Yes, this is a FREE networking mixer but registration is required.

RSVP HERE

Town Hall–Let’s Do A Project

Hosted By April Thanos, Gulfport City Council, Ward 1

Do you have ideas to make Gulfport even better??

We will be presenting some potential projects that could be implemented to improve various aspects of our wonderful town. Native planting around retention ponds, block parties, Welcome to Gulfport for newcomers, another rain garden, tree inventory – these are potential or in process now. Hear what others would like to do and give us your ideas for a project. If you don’t have a project – see if you might be interested in helping on someone else’s idea. There are so many potential things we could do – we can benefit from everyone’s experience of all the places we have lived and worked. Let’s have fun and make new friends too!

Date: Wednesday, May 22nd

Time: 6 pm

Location: Gulfport Neighborhood Center, 1615 49th St S.

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GMC Mixer with BCYC–CANCELLED

The GMC needs YOU!

The Gulfport Merchants Chamber is in need of Volunteers! We believe in the power of collective action, and we’re reaching out to you because we need dedicated volunteers like you to help us make a difference.

Volunteers are the backbone of our organization, and their contributions are invaluable. Whether you have a few hours to spare each week or want to get involved in a specific project, your time and skills can have a meaningful impact.

Here’s how you can get involved:

Our new Welcome Center located at 5317 Gulfport Blvd. S. serves as the first point of contact for visitors, newcomers, and those seeking information about our organization. Volunteers like you play a crucial role in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making our guests feel comfortable, and providing them with the information they need.

Event Ambassadors play a vital role in creating a positive and memorable experience for attendees, guests and participants. You will get to be a part of some of our amazing events in Gulfport!

Use the link below to sign up for different volunteer opportunities!

Gulfport’s Tuesday Market

Every Tuesday, 9am-2pm

Dive into freshness at Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market! Every Tuesday, enjoy open-air shopping for fruits, veggies, local art, and more. Skip crowded supermarkets and support local vendors. After shopping, grab a meal from our restaurants and savor it in our scenic parks or by the beach. #GulfportFreshMarket #ShopLocal #SociallyDistancedShopping#FreshAndLocal #GulfportLife

Want to showcase your goods? Become a vendor! Apply here: https://visitgulfportflorida.com/gulfport-tuesday-market #VendorOpportunity #JoinUs

Calling Artists for ArtOUT ’24

OUT Arts & Culture announces the CALL for SUBMISSIONS for ArtOUT, an international juried exhibition, to be held June 1 – 30 onsite at ArtLofts – St. Pete, the Gulfport Public Library and online.

The 2024 theme is ART and SOUL.

Artists are limited to two (2) submissions each. Each submission carries a $25 entrance fee.

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Members Only: Free Small Business Consultation with The Small Business Development Center

Every Third Thursday, 9am-2pm By Appointment

The Florida SBDC at PCED has partnered with the local community to make confidential consulting available wherever you may be. Debra Schweikowsky, our professionally certified business consultant, specializes in finance and capital access and helps local business owners with growth strategies to realize their goals.

To get started, contact Debra directly to schedule a confidential appointment at 727.453.7108, or email dschweikowsky@pinellas.gov.