Year-round events keep the Charleston area buzzing. Music and tempting aromas fill the air. Witness world-renown performances at Spoleto, get a taste of our heritage at a small town oyster roast or discover the find of a lifetime at an antique show. With so many events taking place, you'd better mark your calendar now.
Location: Old Santee Canal Park
Address: 900 Stony Landing Road, Moncks Corner
Phone: 843-899-5200
Web Site: http://www.oldsanteecanalpark.org
Snakes Alive! Saturday, May 3, 2008
Ever been eye to eye with a snake? Using our live collection, we will discuss the characteristics and dispel the myths that surround these beautiful creatures. You will learn how a snake moves, smells, hears, and other senses. Learn how to identify a venomous snake, the safe way! Answer all these questions and more as well as the opportunity for a hands-on snake experience under the supervision of our naturalist. The snakes presented in the program are non-venomous and native to the park.
TIME: 1 p.m. – 2 p. m.
PROGRAM FEE: $5
PRE-REGISTRATION: Friday, May 2, 2008
MEETING PLACE: Interpretive Center
Story Time and Crafts Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Come enjoy some toddler time with your child (ages 3 to 5) as we read a story and make a Mother’s Day craft for that very special mom!
TIME: 10 a.m. – 12 Noon
PROGRAM FEE: $5
PRE-REGISTRATION: Tuesday, May 6, 2008
MEETING PLACE: Interpretive Center
AGE LIMIT: Children ages 3 to 5 with an adult
Swamp Things Saturday, May 24, 2008
Grab a net and a bucket and let's head for the swamp! During this class, we will learn the importance of this fragile ecosystem, by using our nets, buckets, and microscopes. You can scoop for aquatic insects and fish, AND we will project a water sample on the movie screen to see what microscopic plankton inhabit our water. A great activity for Adults, Children, and Families!
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Fee: FREE with park admission
Pre-registration: Friday May 23, 2008
Meeting Place: Interpretive Center
Story Time and Crafts Thursday, June 12 2008
Come enjoy some toddler time with your child (ages 3 to 5) as we read a story and make a Father’s Day craft for Dads!
TIME: 10 a.m. – 12 Noon
PROGRAM FEE: $5
PRE-REGISTRATION: Tuesday, June 10, 2008
MEETING PLACE: Interpretive Center
AGE LIMIT: Children ages 3 to 5 with an adult
Searching for your Roots - Genealogy Workshop Saturday, June 21, 2008
Thinking of tracing your ancestors? Wonder how to find Great Grandma in the census? Can’t quite finish that family tree? Then this workshop is for you. Join genealogist Risher R. Fairey as he helps you find out how to answer these questions. Learn how to fill in those blank branches on your tree. Bring lunch, notebook, pen/pencil and all your questions about genealogy.
TIME: 10 a.m. – 3:30 p. m.
PROGRAM FEE: $TBA
PRE-REGISTRATION: Friday, June 20, 2008
MEETING PLACE: Learning Center
AGE LIMIT: Mature teens and Adults
Old Santee Canal Park is off of U. S. 52 By-pass (R. C. Dennis Blvd.) in Moncks Corner. For more information about these programs, please contact Mary S. Bell or Brad Sale at 900 Stony Landing Road, Moncks Corner, SC 29461, or call 843-899-5200. Check out our web site at www.oldsanteecanalpark.org.
05/01/2008 - 06/30/2008
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