City of Charleston 2009 Holiday Celebrations

Many reasons to gather for the season...

*All events are admission-free unless otherwise noted.

November

November 23, 2009
Thanksgiving Foul Shooting Contest: Find the Turkey in the Picture Contest
Boys & Girls ages 6-18 will compete in his and her age groups shooting free throws
The boy or girl that’s makes the most free throws in each age division will win a turkey. Cost $2 per person Ages 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13 -14, 15-18 Registration at 3:30pm contest at 4:30 at A.C. City Gym.

November 22, 2009
Turkey Day Mixed Doubles Tennis Tournament Register at CTC

November 24, 2009
St. Julian Devine Day of Thanksgiving
5 pm Give back to the community through a community service project followed by a potluck Thanksgiving dinner with our fellow community members. A special program is planned. Free.

November 27-29, 2009
Charleston Thanksgiving Junior Tennis Classic Register online/CTC

December

December 2, 2009
St. Julian Devine Senior Citizen Fun Fest
11am-3pm
$3 fee A day of food, fun, laughter and fellowship at
St. Julian Devine.

December 2, 2009
West Ashely Park
Tree Lighting
5:30-6:30pm Free

December 7, 2009
Forest Park Tree Lighting
6:30pm Free

Holiday Farmers Market
December 5-20—Marion Square Saturdays: 8am to 4pm; Sundays 10am to 4pm

23rd Annual City of Charleston Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 5—Marion Square 4:30pm to 6:30pm

29th Annual Holiday Parade of Boats
December 5—Parade begins along Mt. Pleasant waterfront at 5:30pm;
viewing from downtown Charleston starts around 6:30pm

Holiday Entertainment and Visits with Santa
December 6, 11-13, 18-20—Marion Square
Fridays: 10am to 6pm; Saturdays and Sundays: 10am to 4pm

29th Annual Charleston Christmas Parade
December 6—Downtown Charleston 2pm to 4pm
Sponsored by the Tri-County Fire Chiefs Association

December 7, 2009
James Island Rec Center tree Lighting
5:30pm
Free All Ages
Come enjoy the spirit of Christmas with our annual tree lighting. Holiday music provided by Harborview Elementary Choir.

Chanukah in the Square
December 13—Marion Square 4pm to 6pm
Co-produced by Yaschik/Arnold Jewish Studies Program at the College of Charleston
and Chabad of Charleston and the Lowcountry. Title sponsor: Piggly Wiggly Carolina

December 15, 2009
Bingo with Santa
Robert Mills Manor 4-6pm
Free. Children ages 4-12 years old come out and play Prizes awarded.

December 17, 2009
Bingo with Santa
4:30 –6pm
Strobel Community Center
Free. Children ages 4-12 years old come out and play Prizes awarded.

December 18, 2009
Hazel Parker Playground’s Annual Holiday Dance
6-8pm Come out and celebrate the holiday season with music, crafts and food. All ages; Free * Pre-registration required

December 21, 2009
Holiday Drop off Service
Moultrie Park Playground
9am – 5pm
Drop the kids off for a day of fun and excitement while you shop! $10 per child. Snacks provided, children must bring lunch.

December 21 & 22, 2009
Gymnastics Holiday Drop & Shop Half day and full day available. Space is limited, register early! Ages 5 & up, skill level not required.
Cost: $15 half-day, 9am-12pm & $30 full day 9am-3pm.

December 29, 2009
St. Julian Devine Kwanzaa Festival 2-5pm; Annual event with a community parade, African drumming & dancing. Free.

Happy New Year, Charleston
December 31— Marion Square and surrounding locations 4pm to 10:30pm

*All events are admission-free unless otherwise noted.