October 1 – December 31:
“The Public Art Exhibition on Hilton Head Island” at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Regional, national and international artists were invited to submit pieces for the exhibition with 20 large-scale pieces selected to be on display. One piece will be chosen for Hilton Head Island’s growing public art collection. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-6767 or hhipublicart.org.

October 1 – December 31:
Annual Shrimpfest at The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village, 4 p.m.-close. Celebrate the local shrimp harvest with a choice of six special shrimp recipes at a great price. Selections include Shrimp Savannah, Shrimp Creole, Voodoo Shrimp, Shrimp Scampi and more. 232 S. Sea Pines Dr. (843) 671-2233 or saltydog.com.

October 1 – November 22:
“Exposition d‘Art: The Four of Us,” a unique assemblage of art and décor created by Chris Clayton, Mary Ann Hart, Judy Saylor McElynn and Anita Stephens, is on display at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. The exhibit combines the artists’ landscapes, portraits and still lifes in juxtaposition to decorative objects and antiques owned by the artists themselves. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-6767 ext. 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.

October 1 – November 18:
“Back to School” series at The Sandbox, An Interactive Children’s Museum. Special fall programs including “Food Art: Creative Nutrition for Kids” on Tues., 3:30 p.m.; “Music Program” on Wed., 3:30 p.m.; “Imagination Hour on Thurs., 10:30 a.m.; “Get Moving” on Fri., 10:30 a.m. 18A Pope Ave. (843) 842-7645 or thesandbox.org.

October 1 – November 15:
The Beaufort Film Festival is accepting entries for the 6th Annual Beaufort International Film Festival to be held February 15-19, 2012. Categories include Features, Documentaries, Short Films, Student Films, Animation and Screenplays. (843) 522-3196 or beaufortfilmfestival.com.

October 1 – 31:
“Make Your Own Wine” at the Island Winery. Order your grapes, crush and press them and bottle a barrel or ½ barrel of wine. Pre-registration required, call for details. 12A Cardinal Rd. (843) 842-3141 or islandwinery.com.

October 1 – 31:
Designs by Cleo in The Gallery of Shops has expanded with new designers featuring “Art You Can Wear” with one-of-a-kind fashions, including jewelry, hats, handbags and more. 14 Greenwood Dr. (843) 342-7001.

October 1 – 31:
ZipLine hilton head, the only ZipLine tour in a 200-mile radius, opens in Broad Creek Marina in mid-October. Soar over live oaks on seven ziplines with heights up to 75 feet. For ages 8 and older, reservations required. 18 Simmons Rd. (843) 682-6000 or ZipLinehiltonhead.com.

October 1 – 27:
Howl-O-Ween Pet Pic Costume Contest hosted by The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village. Submit a picture of your pet decked out in his Howl-O-Ween best for a chance to win bragging rights and Salty Dog merchandise. (843) 671-2233 or saltydog.com.

October 1 – 25:
TangerStyle of Pink Campaign at the Tanger Outlets. Make a $1 donation and receive a card for 25% off a single item at a single participating stores. Proceeds benefit Beaufort’s Keyserling Cancer Center. In honor of Tanger’s 30th anniversary, a Powerful Pink Card is available for $5, giving shoppers 30% off a single item and a chance to win a TangerStyle Fashion Raffle. Proceeds benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. 1270 & 1414 Fording Island Rd. (843) 837-5410 or tangeroutlet.com.

October 1 – 23:
The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina presents the spunky, flashy and infectious Broadway smash, “Dreamgirls.” Experience the ups and downs and backstage drama of the Dreams, the hottest girl group in the 1960s and 70s. 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 842-2787 or artshhi.com.

October 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29:
Hardeeville Farmers & Artists Market at Hilton Head Lakes on Saturdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Locally-grown fruits and vegetables, freshly baked breads, cookies, pastries, homemade lemonade and teas, pasta, ice cream, gourmet items, hand-crafted items, BBQ, pulled pork, ribs and more. Presented by the Greater Hardeeville Chamber of Commerce. Hwy. 278 near Exit 8. (843) 784-3606 or hardeevillechamberofcommerce.com.

October 1 – 2:
26th Annual Palmetto Dunes Resort Banana Open Challenge at the Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center. Men’s and women’s singles, doubles and mixed doubles champions and finalists from local Banana Open tournaments. (843) 785-1152 or palmettodunes.com.

October 1 – 2:
4th Annual Tiger Bass Weekend at Bluffton’s Hampton Lake to benefit Bluffton Self Help. 5K Run & 1 Mile Fun Walk on Saturday starting at 9 a.m. Fishing Tournament sponsored by David Weekley on Saturday at 6:30 a.m. Community Open House on Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. & Sunday, 1-4 p.m. with 11 model homes open to tour and lunch available at Backwater Bill’s. 98 Fording Island Rd. (843) 836-7463 or e-mail cguscio@hamptonlake.com.

October 1:
“A Tribute to the Legendary Bobby Darin” featuring Bobby Ryder’s Swingin’ Quartet at The Jazz Corner in The Village at Wexford. Dinner reservations highly recommended. Music charge nightly. 1000 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.

October 1:
“The Color of Life – A Real and Surreal Journey” photography exhibit by Jean-Marie Cote in the Art League of Hilton Head Gallery at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. Artist Reception on Sept. 8, 5-7 p.m. 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 681-5060 or artleaguehhi.org.

October 1:
“Favorite Shots,“ the 13th Annual Camera Club of Hilton Head Island fall exhibit featuring 110 photos by members, is on display at the Hilton Head Branch Library. 11 Beach City Rd. (843) 301-5252 or cchhi.net.

October 1:
Harbour Town Cartoon Fishing Roundup, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Family fishing for ages 4-104 at designated docks throughout the Harbour Town Yacht Basin. Fishing gear is provided; catch and release. Lighthouse Rd. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.

October 1:
First Presbyterian Church Youth Group’s All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast at Applebee’s Restaurant, 7:30-9:30 a.m. Cost is $5, includes bacon, sausage and beverage. Proceeds offset mission trip expenses. 200 Museum St. (843) 681-3696 or fpchhi.org.

October 1:
15th Annual Oyster Roast at The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village, 4 p.m. Oysters roasted over an open flame, live music, kid’s fun and games and Jake the Salty Dog, plus free Salty Dog T-shirts to the first 10 oyster customers and special prices on cookout favorites. 232 S. Sea Pines Dr. (843) 671-2233 or saltydog.com.

October 2:
Hilton Head Island Fire & Rescue’s Fire Prevention Pancake Breakfast at Station 4, near the back gate of Hilton Head Plantation, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Squire Pope Rd. (843) 682-5141 or hiltonheadislandsc.gov.

October 2:
“Take Flight Dance” to benefit Osprey Village at Montana’s Restaurant & Grizzly Bar in Bluffton, 5-9 p.m. Live music from Target the Band and other local musicians, dance lessons provided by the Hilton Head Shag Club and live and silent auctions. $10 donation at the door. 16 Kitties Landing Rd. (843) 836-2002 or ospreyvillage.org.

October 2:
“A Turning Point for the Middle East and the World with Eliot Spitzer and Alan Dershowitz” simulcast at Congregation Beth Yam, 7 p.m. This lecture is endowed by the Edythe Kenner Foundation. 4501 Meeting St. (843) 689-2178 or bethyam.org.

October 3 – November 4:
After School Junior Sailing Program at the South Carolina Yacht Club in Windmill Harbour on Mondays & Fridays, 4-6 p.m. Prior sailing experience and approval of the Yachting Director is required. 10 Yacht Club Dr. (843) 342-2628, 540-4797 or scyachtclub.com.

October 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 & 31:
Wine & Cheese Happy Hour at Island Winery on Mondays & Thursdays starting at 4 p.m. Cover charge. 12-A Cardinal Rd. (843) 842-3141 or islandwinery.com.

October 3, 10, 17 & 24:
After School Junior Golf Program for 1st graders and up sponsored by the British Open Pub at the Old South Golf Links in Bluffton on Mondays, 4-5:30 p.m. An introduction to the rules and etiquette of golf. Clubs and balls included. 50 Buckingham Plantation Dr. (843) 681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.

October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31:
Tennis Exhibitions at the Van Der Meer Shipyard Tennis Center on Mondays, 5:30 p.m. Top-flight doubles matches with complimentary refreshments and prize drawings. Free admission. (843) 785-8388 or vdmtennis.com.

October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31:
The Hilton Head Shore Notes (Sweet Adelines) rehearse at Island Lutheran Church on Mondays at 7 p.m. Guests and prospective members welcome. 4400 Main St. (843) 681-3516 or hiltonheadshorenotes.com.

October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31:
Monday Night Football at The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village. Free Hot Dog & Nacho Bar and drink specials during the game. 232 S. Sea Pines Dr. (843) 671-233 or saltydog.com.

October 3:
Boutique Beers From Close to Home” AIWF Hilton Head Tasting at Cork’s Wine Bar in Island Crossing Center, 5-6 p.m. Non-members welcome, $15 fee. 11 Palmetto Bay Rd. (843) 812-8466 or aiwf.org/hiltonhead.

October 4 – December 23:
“A Burst of Color,” an exhibit of works by the 11-member Les Bonnes Artistes, is on display at the Hilton Head Branch Library. Paintings in a variety of media, all with a burst of color. All artwork is for sale. 11 Beach City Rd. (843) 689-5088.

October 4 – 29:
“Six Artists One Palette,” an exhibit by six artists using the same palette set-up but exploring individual motifs, is on display in the Art League of Hilton Head’s Gallery in the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. Opening Reception on Oct. 4, 5-7 p.m. 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 681-5060 or artleaguehhi.org.

October 4, 11, 18 & 25:
Traditional Farmers Market in Bluffton’s Buckwalter Place on Tuesdays, 3-6 p.m. Fresh local produce directly from Lowcountry farmers. Buckwalter Place Blvd. buckwalterfarmersmarket.com.

October 4, 11, 18 & 25:
Bridge Workshops for intermediate players at the Hilton Head Island Bridge Club in Port Royal Plaza on Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-noon. 95 Mathews Dr. (843) 689-6239 or e-mail kbwalsh@roadrunner.com.

October 4, 11, 18 & 25:
Shag Dance Lessons hosted by the Hilton Head Island Carolina Shag Club at Remy’s Bar & Grill on Tuesdays, 5:45 p.m. Lessons are free to members; membership is $25 per year. 130 Arrow Rd. (843) 505-0152 or hhishag.com.

October 4:
“Heritage Library Fall Lecture Series: The English Settlement from the Lords Proprietors to ‘King Cotton’” with Bill Altstaetter, 1:30 p.m. Admission fee, reservations required. Savannah Bank Bldg., 852 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 686-6560 or heritagelib.org.

October 4:
“Discovery Reptiles” program at the H2O Nature Center in Harbour Town, 3-4 p.m. Join the Master Naturalist and get up close and personal with Lowcountry reptiles, including alligators, snakes and turtles. Reservations required. Lighthouse Rd. (843) 686-5323 or h2Osportsonline.com.

October 4:
“Tasteful Tuesday” at Benny Hudsons’ Seafood Market, 6 p.m. Learn about the Island’s history and the history of the Hudson family with a cooking demonstration, samples and wine provided by the Island Winery. Bring a chair and beverage. Reservations required, cost is $3 per person. 175 Squire Pope Rd. (843) 682-3474.

October 5 – 7:
3rd Tennis Club Owners & Facility Managers Conference hosted by the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) at the Crowne Plaza Resort. Presentations and breakout sessions on topics such as “Customer Service,” “Programming to Fill Courts” and more. Pre-registration required. (843) 785-7244 or ptrtennis.org.

October 5:
American Heart Association Low Country CEO Breakfast for local top company leaders at the Marriott Hilton Head Resort and Spa in Palmetto Dunes, 7:30 a.m. Learn how to move your company towards better health through daily physical activity and sensible eating choices. Reservations required. 1 Hotel Circle. (843) 422-4542 or heart.org.

October 5:
“Native Plants and Unique Habitats on a Sea Island” guided walk with Master Gardener, Betty Treen, at the Audubon Newhall Preserve, 10 a.m. Identification of flowers, plants, shrubs and trees unique to the Lowcountry. Fee is $10 for adults. Palmetto Bay Rd. (843) 842-9246.

October 5:
“Starting Family Research” program led by Nancy Burke at the Heritage Library, 1:30-3 p.m. Learn how to research your ancestors. Pre-registration required. Savannah Bank Bldg., 852 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 686-6560 or heritagelib.org.

October 6, 13, 20 & 27:
Bluffton Farmer’s Market at Carson Cottages in Old Town Bluffton on Thursdays, 2-7 p.m. Fresh produce, plants, prepared foods, live entertainment, children’s programs, educational opportunities and chef demonstrations throughout the year. 40 Calhoun St. (843) 415-2447 or farmersmarketbluffton.com.

October 6, 13, 20 & 27:
Social Golf Event for Beaufort County residents interested in becoming social members at the Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. Play nine holes of golf with free beer and wings for $20 plus tax. (866) 380-1778 or palmettodunes.com.

October 6 – 9:
PTR Professional Development Weekend hosted by the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) at the Van Der Meer Shipyard Racquet Club. Education and networking for tennis teaching pros. Pre-registration required. (843) 785-7244 or ptrtennis.org.

October 6:
“Why Organic is Better for the Planet… and YOU” Live Green & Network Green workshop presented by Faces DaySpa at the Hilton Head Branch Library, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ed Wilmot, Board Chairman for the Greenville Organic Foods Organization, shares the what, why, when and how organic living. Free with online registration. experiencegreen.org.

October 6:
Carolyn Evans, author of The Forty Beads: The Simple Sexy Secret for Transforming Your Marriage, at Picture This Gallery in Cypress Square, 6-9 p.m. 78D Arrow Rd. (843) 842-5299 or picturethishiltonhead.com.

October 6:
“A Pink Tie Affair: Evening of Empowerment” hosted by the Hilton Head Hospital Breast Health Center at the Sea Pines Country Club, 6 p.m. Dinner, dessert and keynote speaker, Dr. Virginia Herrmann, Medical Director, Breast Health Center. Free, reservations required. (877) 582-2737.

October 7 – 8:
Jazz, Blues & Latin Beats with the Noel Friedline Quintet featuring vocalist Renee Ebalaroza at The Jazz Corner in The Village at Wexford. Dinner reservations highly recommended. Music charge nightly. 1000 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.

October 7, 14, 21 & 28:
Hilton Head Island Farmers Market at Historic Honey Horn on Fridays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh, locally-grown produce, plus meats, poultry, seafood, flowers, preserves, pasta, breads, pies and more. Free parking. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 785-2767 or farmersmarkethiltonheadisland.com.

October 7, 14, 21 & 28:
Jasper County Farmer’s Market in Ridgeland on Fridays, 1-6 p.m. Local and SC Certified fruits and vegetables with a small flea market. EBT is honored. Vendor space is $5 per day. Through Nov. 25. 9935 Jacob Smart Blvd. S. (Hwy. 17). (843) 717-3690 or jaspercountychamber.com.

October 7, 14, 21 & 28:
Bridge Workshops for beginner plus players at the Hilton Head Island Bridge Club in Port Royal Plaza on Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon. 95 Mathews Dr. (843) 689-6239 or e-mail kbwalsh@roadrunner.com.

October 7, 14, 21 & 28:
Social Shag Dance Night hosted by the Hilton Head Island Carolina Shag Club at Remy’s Bar & Grill on Fridays, 6-9:30 p.m. Open dancing with DJ spinning beach music. 130 Arrow Rd. (843) 505-0152 or hhishag.com.

October 7:
Kid’s Night Out for K-5th graders at the Island Rec. Center, 6-10 p.m. Swimming, games, pizza, arts and crafts and a movie. Pre-registration required. 20 Wilborn Rd. (843) 681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.

October 7:
“Free Family Fun Night: Bike Safety and Rodeo” at The Sandbox, An Interactive Children’s Museum, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Bring your bike for inspection and helmet fitting and participate in a mini rodeo. Fun crafts, hot dogs, chips, lemonade and free play in the museum. 18A Pope Ave. (843) 842-7645 or thesandbox.org.

October 8:
Annual Chili Cookoff hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Hilton Head at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, 12-4 p.m. All-you-can-eat chili provided by local professional and amateur chefs, music from the Chilly Willy Band, free children’s games and activities and more. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the gate. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-7219 or hiltonheadkiwanis.com.

October 8:
PEP Fall Gala at the Sea Pines Country Club, 6 p.m. Cocktail hour, silent auction, live music by the Sand Piper Quartet, a seated surf and turf dinner and live auction. Proceeds benefit Programs for Exceptional People. 30 Governors Rd. (843) 681-8413 or pephhi.org.

October 8:
2nd Annual Lowcountry Rockin’ the Pink Breast Cancer Walk/Run hosted by the Bluffton Township Firefighters Auxiliary starting at the Bluffton High School Track, 9 a.m. Opening Ceremony begin at 8:15 a.m. Various family activities following the 3.1 mile walk. Proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure. For registration and sponsorship information, visit lowcountryrockinthepink.com.

October 8:
“Heel to Toe Walk for Polio – The Finale” coordinated by five area rotary clubs and the Coastal Empire Polio Survivors Association at Coligny Beach, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The finale of a worldwide fundraiser to eradicate polio from the face of the earth. No charge to participate, donations welcome. Victory Party at Beach Market after the walk. (843) 684-0074 or hiltonheadrotary.org.

October 8:
“Using Encaustic Paints: An Alternative to Oil & Acrylic” with Ann Bannister and Virginia McKenzie at the Art Academy of the Art League of Hilton Head, 10 a.m.-noon. A demonstration of encaustic paint. Free, RSVP required. 106 Cordillo Pkwy. (843) 842-5738 or artleaguehhi.org.

October 9:
3rd Annual Buzzard Island Adventure Run, a wet and wild 4-mile or 2-mile trail run course for all ages off Pinckney Colony Road in Bluffton, 9 a.m. Proceeds benefit the Bluffton Fins Swim Team. (843) 757-8520, playhardinbtown.com or bearfootsports.com.

October 10:
“Be Our Guest… Opening Night,” the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra’s 30th season opening concert featuring principal guest conductor John Morris Russell and violinist Bella Hristova, at First Presbyterian Church, 8 p.m. A program featuring a favorite symphony by Dvorak, Sibelius’ “Violin Concerto” and Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 8.” 540 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-2055 or hhso.org.

October 11 – 16:
Zerbini Multi-Cultural Family Circus hosted by the World’s First Touring African-American Ringmaster, Casual Cal, at Eagles Baseball Field in Bluffton. Tues. at 7:30 p.m.; Wed. & Thurs. at 5:30 & 7:30 p.m.; Fri. at 10:30 a.m., 5:30 & 7:30 p.m.; Sat. at 12, 4:30 & 8:30 p.m.; Sun. at 1, 4, & 7 p.m. All tickets are $14. 155 Buck Island Rd. (888) 981-7469 or blufftoncircus.com.

October 11 – 12:
The Hilton Head Comedy Club presents “Comedy at The Kingfisher: Pat Godwin” upstairs at The Kingfisher Seafood, Pasta & Steak House in Shelter Cove Harbour, 8 p.m. Reservations strongly recommended; dinner and show packages are available. 18 Harbourside Lane. (843) 681-7757 or kingfisherseafood.com.

October 11:
“Heritage Library Fall Lecture Series: The Civil War Era from Onset to Aftermath’” with Bob Smith, 1:30 p.m. Admission fee, reservations required. Savannah Bank Bldg., 852 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 686-6560 or heritagelib.org.

October 11:
History Book Club meets at the Bluffton Branch Library, 1 p.m. Discussion of Stacy Schiff‘s Cleopatra: A Life. 20 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6503 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 11:
Hilton Head Island Singles meet for cocktails and dinner at Montana’s in Bluffton, 5:30 p.m. Reservations are not required. 16 Kitties Landing Rd. (843) 342-5022 or hiltonheadislandsingles.com.

October 12 – 23:
“Dine for PAL” at Katie O’Donald’s in Bluffton’s Kitties Crossing shopping center. Print out a coupon from the Palmetto Animal League’s website and 20% of your bill will be donated to PAL. 1008 Fording Island Rd. (843) 645-1725 or palmettoanimalleague.org.

October 12:
The Low Country Human Resources Association, an affiliate of SHRM, meets at the Holiday Inn Express in Bluffton, 8 a.m. Guests and prospective members welcome. 35 Bluffton Rd. (Hwy. 46). (843) 341-4993 or lowcountry.shrm.org.

October 12:
16th Annual State of the Region with keynote speaker South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley hosted by the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce at the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa, 8-11 a.m. Find out how area leaders are tackling the biggest issues shaping our regional economy. Pre-registration required. 2 Grasslawn Ave. (843) 785-3673 or hiltonheadchamber.org.

October 12:
“The Birth and Growth of a Sea Island” guided walk with amateur naturalist and experienced docent, Mary Alice Walker, at the Audubon Newhall Preserve, 10 a.m. Identification of flowers, plants, shrubs and trees unique to the Lowcountry. Fee is $10 for adults. Palmetto Bay Rd. (843) 842-9246. October 12:
“Get with the Program! Using Family Tree Maker” class led by Carol Clemens at the Heritage Library, 1:30-3 p.m. Pre-registration required. Savannah Bank Bldg., 852 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 686-6560 or heritagelib.org.

October 12:
“Loggerhead Sea Turtles” lecture with Amy Tressler of the Coastal Discovery Museum in the Lakeview Room at Hampton Lake, 11 a.m. A discussion of the life cycle of marine turtles, challenges they encounter and local conservation efforts. The lecture is free and open to the public. Lunch reservations at the private Backwater Bill’s restaurant are available, call (843) 836-7475. 98 Fording Island Rd. (843) 836-7463 or hamptonlake.com.

October 12:
The Lowcountry Civil War Roundtable meets in the Bluffton High School Auditorium, 6:45 p.m. “Medical Treatment for the Confederate Army and Navy” presentation with Guy Hasegawa. Guests welcome, admission is $10. 12 H. E. McCracken Circle. (843) 681-1956 or lcwrt.squarespace.com.

October 12:
“Fields of Faith” hosted by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes at Hilton Head Christian Academy, 7-8:30 p.m. A peer-to-peer ministry event where students invite classmates and teammates to hear fellow students share their testimonies, be challenged to read the Word of God and to follow Jesus Christ. 55 Gardner Dr. (843) 681-2878 or hhca.org.

October 13 – 16 & 20 – 23:
Main Street Youth Theatre presents the fractured fairy tale, “Into the Woods” by Stephen Sondheim, at the Hilton Head Island High School Visual & Performing Arts Center. Thurs.-Sat. at 7 p.m.; Sun. at 2 p.m. 70 Wilborn Rd. (843) 689-2446 or msyt.org.

October 13:
Pink Partini at Bluffton’s Hampton Lake with Beaufort Memorial’s Spirit of Women, 5:30-8 p.m. Drinks, special Partini cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, chocolates, music, mini spa services, boat rides, dancing lessons, model home tours, tips for breast health and more. (843) 836-7463 or hamptonlake.com.

October 13:
The Hilton Head Comedy Club presents “Comedy at Corks: Pat Godwin” in the private Events Room at Corks Neighborhood Wine Bar in Bluffton‘s Calhoun Street Promenade, 8 p.m. Food and full bar available. Reservations strongly recommended. 1297 May River Rd. (843) 681-7757 or corkswinecompany.com.

October 14 – 15, 21 – 23 & 27 – 30:
19th Annual Ghost Tours of Beaufort hosted by The Exchange Club to benefit CAPA. Take a carriage ride or walking tour through the moss lined streets of Beaufort’s historic district while listening to costumed storytellers tell haunting tales of the area. Carriage tours leave every 20 minutes between 6:30- 8 p.m. from the parking lot at 1006 Bay St. Walking tours begin at 6:50 p.m. and leave every 20 minutes from Cannon Park (across the street from 611 Bay St.) Reservations required. (843) 524.4678 or capabeaufort.org/events/ghost-tours/.

October 14 – 15:
Swingin’ Big Band music with vocalist Lynn Roberts & The Bob Alberti Trio at The Jazz Corner in The Village at Wexford. Dinner reservations highly recommended. Music charge nightly. 1000 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.

October 14:
Hilton Head Island Ski Club Monthly Social Night at Black Marlin in Palmetto Bay Marina, 5-7 p.m. Skiers, non-skiers and retired skiers welcome. eservations required for dinner. Helmsman Way. (843) 681-4181 or hiltonheadskiclub.com.

October 14:
Kids College Fall Festival at the school in Bluffton, 6 p.m. Pumpkin decorating, face painting, costume contests, fishing for prizes and bobbing for apples. Admission is $2 per child; food, games and activities require tickets. 17 Goethe Rd. (843) 757-9150 or kidscollegellc.com.

October 15 – November 19:
“Digging Up the Past” for ages 10-13 at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn on Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon. A four-part series of fun and interactive archaeology classes. Pre-registration required. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-6767 or picketteducationalresources.com/archaeologyclasses.html.

October 15 – November 5:
“Camp Dig-It in the Classroom” for ages 7-9 at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn on Saturdays, 9-10 a.m. An introduction into the field of archaeology and the chance to excavate a simulated site in dig boxes. Pre-registration required. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-6767 or picketteducationalresources.com/archaeologyclasses.html.

October 15 – 16:
Open House at Bluffton’s Hampton Lake. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sun., 1-4 p.m. Fourteen model homes will be available to tour. Guests are invited to spend time in the award-winning amenity village and enjoy lunch at Backwater Bill’s, the community’s private, lakefront restaurant. Reservations required for lunch. 98 Fording Island Rd. (843) 836-5253 or hamptonlake.com.

October 15:
Weniger Plastic Surgery Bluffton Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk hosted by Go Tri Sports starting at Bluffton’s Calhoun Street Promenade, 8 a.m. All skill levels welcome. Pre-registration required. 1297 May River Rd. (843) 842-4786 or blufftonhalfmarathon.com.

October 15:
Sea Pines Bike Tour in Harbour Town, 9 a.m. Experience the history and natural history of The Sea Pines Resort, one pedal at a time during this inaugural, self-guided tour of various historical sites. Complimentary; donations accepted for the Sea Pines Forest Preserve Foundation. Sea Pines gate pass is $5 per vehicle or $1 per bicycle. Register near the Liberty Oak to receive a map. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.

October 15:
12th Annual Fall Festival at The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village, 12-4 p.m. Sample food from Village restaurants with sidewalk shopping, carnival games, prizes, live music, kid’s fun and games and Jake the Salty Dog. 232 S. Sea Pines Dr. (843) 671-2233 or saltydog.com.

October 15:
Cajun Festival presented by the Hilton Head Area Home Builders at Shelter Cove Community Park, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Authentic Cajun food, live music, a Kid’s Zone, Business Expo, Crawfish Eating Contest and more. Proceeds benefit the Rec. Center’s Children’s Scholarship Fund. 39 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.

October 15:
Hilton Head Plantation Craft Group’s Annual Sale and Craft Show to benefit Hospice Care of the Lowcountry at St. Francis by the Sea Catholic Church, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Unique handmade goods at reasonable prices and a Bake Sale. Free admission. 45 Beach City Rd. (843) 681-8407.

October 15:
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) meets at The Seabrook House, 10 a.m. Denise K. Spencer, president and CEO of the Community Foundation, discusses the mission and services of the organization. All are welcome. 300 Woodhaven Dr. (843) 341-6638.

October 15:
Harvest Festival hosted by the Bluffton Elementary School PTO and The Early Childhood Center, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The Bluffton Fire Department and Bluffton Police Department will be on site with bounce houses, game booths, a dunk tank and food from Rita’s Italian Ice, Monster Pizza, Montana’s and more. Admission is $5 for a family of five. Tickets available for games. 160 McCracken Circle. (843) 706-8500 or beaufort.k12.sc.us.

October 15:
Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club meets at the Bluffton Branch Library, 1 p.m. Discussion of Brandon Sanderson’s Elantra. 20 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6503 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 15:
United Methodist Women of Church of the Palms UMC Tea Party and Thrift Store Fashion Show at the church in Okatie, 2-4 p.m. A $20 donation is requested. Proceeds benefit various United Methodist Women’s missions. 1425 Hwy. 170. (843) 379-1888 or palmsumc.org.

October 15:
Hilton Head Island Singles’ Dine About with cocktails and dinner at Charlie’s L’Etoile Verte, 7 p.m. Reservations required. 8 New Orleans Rd. (843) 342-5022 or hiltonheadislandsingles.com.

October 16 – 23:
7th Annual Historic Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival throughout Old Town Bluffton. A showcase of locally-harvested seafood, cuisine, history, art and Southern hospitality with a boat parade and tours, concerts and performances, kayak tours, book signings, races, Art Around Town, a two-day Streetfest and much more. (843) 757-2583 or blufftonartsandseafoodfestival.com.

October 16:
Okatie Rotary Polo for Charity at Rose Hill Plantation. (843) 706-3760.

October 17:
“Scary Stories on the Porch” for ages 13 and up at the Bluffton Branch Library, 6:30 p.m. Chills and thrills as local storyteller Cora Newcomb shares tales of strange and scary things. 20 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6503 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 18 – 19:
The Hilton Head Comedy Club presents “Comedy at The Kingfisher: Carl LaBove” upstairs at The Kingfisher Seafood, Pasta & Steak House in Shelter Cove Harbour, 8 p.m. Reservations strongly recommended; dinner and show packages are available. 18 Harbourside Lane. (843) 681-7757 or kingfisherseafood.com.

October 18:
Archaeology Society of SC/Hilton Head Chapter Meeting at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, 1 p.m. “Worldwide Tabby Architecture” with Colin Brooker, the expert who supervised the stabilization of the ruins on Dataw Island. Open to the public. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 363-5058 or assc.net.

October 18:
“Heritage Library Fall Lecture Series: The Second Invasion of the Yankees – The Age of Hunting and Timbering” with Natalie Hefter of the Coastal Discovery Museum, 1:30 p.m. Admission fee, reservations required. Savannah Bank Bldg., 852 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 686-6560 or heritagelib.org.

October 18:
“Pajama Night” at The Sandbox, An Interactive Children’s Museum, 5:30-7 p.m. Come in your pajamas to hear Scott Strawn from the Hilton Head Library read a series of bedtime stories with a craft project, lemonade and cookies. 18A Pope Ave. (843) 842-7645 or thesandbox.org.

October 18:
Hilton Head Island Singles meet for cocktails and dinner at The Old Oyster Factory Restaurant, 5:30 p.m. Reservations are not required. 101 Marshland Rd. (843) 342-5022 or hiltonheadislandsingles.com.

October 18:
Third Tuesdays Book Club meets at the Hilton Head Branch Library, 7:30 p.m. Discussion of Let the Great World Spin by Colum McCann. Everyone is welcome. 11 Beach City Rd. (843) 255-6520 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 18:
The Camera Club of Hilton Head Island meets at the Palmetto Electric Company, 7:30 p.m. Presentation by prize-winning professional photographer, Jim Crotty. Anyone with an interest in photography, regardless of skill level, is welcome. 111 Mathews Dr. (843) 301-5252 or cchhi.net.

October 19 – November 6:
The South Carolina Repertory Company presents the Tony-nominated play, “Time Stands Still,” by Donald Margulies and directed by Chip Egan. A moving portrait about James and Sarah, a journalist and photographer, coping with changes following the trauma of covering the Iraq war. October 19 is Preview Night with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Safe Harbour. 136 Beach City Rd. (843) 342-2057 or hiltonheadtheatre.com.

October 19:
“What is the Name of That Plant” guided walk with Master Naturalist and experienced docent, Jack Greenshields, at the Audubon Newhall Preserve, 10 a.m. Identification of flowers, plants, shrubs and trees unique to the Lowcountry. Fee is $10 for adults. Palmetto Bay Rd. (843) 842-9246.

October 19:
“On Poetry” Creative Writing Workshop with Robert Hamel at the Hilton Head Public Library. Free, registration required. 11 Beach City Rd. (843) 255-6525 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 19:
“Cancer Risk and Prevention” health seminar with Dr. McGehee of Bon Sain Complete Women’s Healthcare in the Medical Office Plaza, next to Coastal Carolina Hospital, Ste. 220, 12-1 p.m. Light lunch. RSVP required. 1000 Medical Center Dr. (843) 715-0570 or bonsain.com.

October 19:
The Bluffton Book Club meets at the Bluffton Branch Library, 1 p.m. Discussion of Rebecca Skloot’s The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. Everyone is welcome. 20 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6503 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 20:
The Palmetto Quilt Guild meets at Christ Lutheran Church, 1 p.m. “Freehand Quilting” with award-winning international quilt teacher and lecturer, Julie Lambert. Guests welcome, $5 visitor fee. 829 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 785-3705 or palmettoquiltguild.org.

October 20:
“Business After Hours” hosted by the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce at the WSAV Lowcountry News Bureau in the Hampton Lake Sales Center, 5-7:30 p.m. Food and beverages provided by Celebrations. Guests have the opportunity to watch and be part of live WSAV newscasts with vehicles on display provided by the Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival and Concours d‘Elegance. 98 Fording Island Rd. (843) 836-7463 or hamptonlake.com.

October 20:
The Hilton Head Comedy Club presents “Comedy at Corks: Carl LaBove” in the private Events Room at Corks Neighborhood Wine Bar in Bluffton‘s Calhoun Street Promenade, 8 p.m. Food and full bar available. Reservations strongly recommended. 1297 May River Rd. (843) 681-7757 or corkswinecompany.com.

October 21 – 23:
Golfweek Amateur Tour Championship at the Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort. The nation’s largest amateur tour features 54 holes of play on all three courses in the resort. (866) 380-1778 or palmettodunes.com.

October 21 – 22:
Haunted Trail & Enchanted Forest sponsored by the Hilton Head Island Noon Lions Club at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Enchanted Forest party for ages 3-6 from 5-7 p.m. Fee is $5 in costume/$7 not in costume. Haunted Trail for ages 7-10 from 7-8:30 p.m. and ages 10-110 from 8:30-11 p.m. Fee is $10 in costume; $12 not in costume. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org.

October 21 – 22:
“Mi Bossa Nova” presented by Carmen Cuesta & Chuck Loeb at The Jazz Corner in The Village at Wexford. Dinner reservations highly recommended. Music charge nightly. 1000 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.

October 21:
Hilton Head Island Singles meet for cocktails and dinner at Pepper’s Porch in Bluffton, 5:30 p.m. Reservations are not required. 1255 May River Rd. (843) 342-5022 or hiltonheadislandsingles.com.

October 22 – 24:
Dennis Van der Meer Southern Jr. Championships at the Van Der Meer Tennis Center. 19 DeAllyon Ave. (843) 785-8388 or vdmtennis.com.

October 22:
6th Annual NAMI Walks… Changing Minds, One Step at a Time at Coligny Beach. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.; 5K begins at 10 a.m. Cookout and live music after the event. No fee to walk, donations welcome. Proceeds benefit the National Association on Mental Illness. (843) 681-2200 or namibeaufortcounty.com.

October 22:
Port Royal Plantation Annual Yard Sale in the Port Royal Golf Club parking lot, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Rain date is Oct. 23, 1-4 p.m. Public welcome, no charge. (843) 681-5114.

October 22:
Family Health Month Celebration produced by Honestly Well to benefit Memory Matters at The Center for Health & Fitness, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Fun, food, beverages, healthy tastings, group classes, local practitioners and vendors, a Blood Drive, raffle and more. Free admission. 2 Marshland Rd. (843) 842-3359 or thecenterhhi.com.

October 22:
Shrimp Festival & Lowcountry Boil at The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village, 4-8 p.m. Celebrate the shrimp harvest with live music, kid’s fun and games, Jake the Salty Dog and a Lowcountry Boil made with fresh local shrimp. 232 S. Sea Pines Dr. (843) 671-2233 or saltydog.com.

October 22:
South Carolina Scarecrow Forest Walkabout hosted by Sea Pines Montessori Academy in The Sea Pines Resort Forest Preserve, 12:30 -3 p.m. An exhibition of scarecrows and folk art created by SPMA students, fall crafts, snacks, storytelling, education and more. Admission is $5 per family; proceeds benefit the Forest Preserve Restoration Fund. Harvest Moon Celebration Dinner & Auction on Fish Island, 7-10 p.m. Lowcountry buffet with music from bluegrass band, Bob Sachs & The Maniax. Tickets are $45 per person. Sea Pines gate passes are $5 per vehicle. (843) 785-2534 or spma.com.

October 22:
“Tribute to the Stars” to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry in the Grand Ballroom at the Crowne Plaza Resort, 8 p.m. Special guest, The Lady Chablis of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, a world-renowned Michael Jackson entertainer and the world’s greatest tribute entertainers. 130 Shipyard Dr. (912) 335-3175 or tributetothestarsshow.com.

October 22:
Edwin McCain in concert at the Jasper County Farmer’s Market in Ridgeland, 8 p.m. Shannon Tanner and Bruce Crichton open the show. Bring lawn chairs; food and drinks will be sold on-site. One dollar from each ticket sold benefit’s the United Way of the Lowcountry. Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at the gate. 9935 Jacob Smart Blvd. S. (Hwy. 17). (843) 726-8126 or jaspercountychamber.com.

October 23:
20th Annual Hargray Hilton Head Island Bridge Run 10K & 5K at Crossings Park, 8 a.m. Participants cross over Broad Creek on the Cross Island Parkway. Post-Race Party & Awards Ceremony. Proceeds benefit’s the Area 8 Special Olympics and The Children’s Relief Fund. (843) 757-8520 or bearfootsports.com.

October 23:
Hilton Head Island Singles’ “Brunch at Noon” at the Boathouse Restaurant. Reservations required. Squire Pope Rd. (843) 671-3094 or hiltonheadislandsingles.com.

October 24:
“Tee Off Fore the Arts,” the Mortgage Network benefit golf tournament for the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, at the newly-designed Arnold Palmer Signature Course in Wexford Plantation, 11:30 a.m. Awards Reception following play with an open bar, hors d‘oeuvres, raffle and auction. (843) 686-3945 ext. 277 or artshhi.com.

October 24:
The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra presents “Trumpets Resound,” a concert featuring guest conductor Sean Newhouse and trumpeters Paul Lott and Michael Smith, at First Presbyterian Church, 8 p.m. A program ranging from Renaissance to Baroque to Classical styles. 540 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-2055 or hhso.org.

October 24:
Movie Screening of “The Haunting“ (1963), one of the most highly regarded haunted house films ever produced, at the Bluffton Branch Library, 4-6 p.m. 20 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6503 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 25 – 26:
The Hilton Head Comedy Club presents “Comedy at The Kingfisher: Derek Richards” upstairs at The Kingfisher Seafood, Pasta & Steak House in Shelter Cove Harbour, 8 p.m. Reservations strongly recommended; dinner and show packages are available. 18 Harbourside Lane. (843) 681-7757 or kingfisherseafood.com.

October 25:
“Heritage Library Fall Lecture Series: Modern Development” with Norman P. Harberger, 1:30 p.m. Admission fee, reservations required. Savannah Bank Bldg., 852 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 686-6560 or heritagelib.org.

October 25:
“Halloween Storytime” at the Bluffton Branch Library, 11 a.m. Not-so-spooky stories, a creepy craft and ghoulish games. 20 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6503 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 25:
Hilton Head Island Singles meet for cocktails and dinner at Frankie Bones in Main Street Village, 5:30 p.m. Reservations are not required. 1301 Main St. (843) 342-5022 or hiltonheadislandsingles.com.

October 26:
“A Woodland Ramble” guided walk with Joan Shulman, former chair of the Audubon Newhall Preserve Committee, at the Audubon Newhall Preserve, 10 a.m. Identification of flowers, plants, shrubs and trees unique to the Lowcountry. Fee is $10 for adults. Palmetto Bay Rd. (843) 842-9246.

October 26:
“Getting Stories onto Paper” Creative Writing Workshop with Jodie Randisi at the Hilton Head Public Library. Free, registration required. 11 Beach City Rd. (843) 255-6525 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 26:
“Online Genealogy: Using the Web for Genealogy Research” program led by Linda Peikut at the Heritage Library, 1:30-3 p.m. Pre-registration required. Savannah Bank Bldg., 852 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 686-6560 or heritagelib.org.

October 26:
17th Annual Zin Experience, Hilton Head Island’s premier wine experience, co-sponsored by the Italian American Club of Hilton Head Island and the United Way, at the Shorehouse at the Hilton Oceanfront Resort in Palmetto Dunes, 5-8 p.m. 23 Ocean Lane. iachh.org or e-mail pagluicajr@aol.com.

October 26:
“Trunk or Treat” Community Event in the parking lot at First Baptist Church Hilton Head, 6 p.m. A safe holiday celebration with non-scary costumes, games of skill, prizes, candy, a fire truck, surprises, food and fun. Free and open to the public. 100 S. Forest Beach Dr. (843) 785-4478 or fbchhi.org.

October 26:
Bedtime Storytime at the Bluffton Branch Library, 6:45 p.m. Wear pajamas and share favorite Halloween books. 20 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6503 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 26:
“Star Night” program with Marie McClune and Kristen Mattson at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, 7 p.m. An introduction to the constellations found in the night sky and how to locate them. Reservations required. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-6767 ext. 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.

October 27:
FPC Business Network meets in the Fellowship Hall at First Presbyterian Church, 7:45 a.m. A networking forum hosted by First Presbyterian Church and Mission Resources Group. 540 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 681-6170 or mrgroup.biz.

October 27:
Archaeology Society of SC/Hilton Head Chapter Meeting at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, 1 p.m. Chris Judge discusses the Johannes Kolb site in honor of SC Archaeology Month. Open to the public. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 363-5058 or assc.net.

October 27:
Halloween at Coligny Plaza, 5-8 p.m. Pet Costume Contest at Tail-Waggers, 5 p.m. Family Costume Contest, 5:30 p.m. Hot Dog Eating Contest at Hot Dog Harbour, 6:30 p.m. Trick-or-Treating at shops and restaurants, free photo booth, Ghost Stories by Yostie, Giant Shark Slide and more. 1 N. Forest Beach Dr. (843) 842-6050 or colignyplaza.com.

October 27:
Classic Car Cruise-In hosted by the Carolina Dreamers Classic Car Club at Main Street Village, 6-8 p.m. See classic cars and trucks, meet the owners and vote for your favorite. (843) 682-3400 or carolinadreamers.org.

October 27:
The Hilton Head Comedy Club presents “Comedy at Corks: Derek Richards” in the private Events Room at Corks Neighborhood Wine Bar in Bluffton‘s Calhoun Street Promenade, 8 p.m. Food and full bar available. Reservations strongly recommended. 1297 May River Rd. (843) 681-7757 or corkswinecompany.com.

October 27:
Free Acting Workshop for 7th-10th graders with Melissa Peters, an Outreach Representative at S.C. Governors School for the Arts, at the Main Street Youth Theatre Studio, 4-5:30 p.m. Pre-registration required. 25 New Orleans Rd. (843) 689-6246 or e-mail epyle@msyt.org.

October 27:
Pre-Audition Workshop for Main Street Youth Theatre’s December production of “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” at the MSYT Studio, 6 p.m. 25 New Orleans Rd. (843) 689-6246 or e-mail epyle@msyt.org.

October 28 – November 13:
May River Theatre Co. presents the musical “Pippin” in the Ulmer Auditorium at Bluffton Town Hall. Friday & Saturday at 8 p.m.; Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. The year is 780 A.D. and the setting is the not-so-hot Roman Empire. Pippin is the first-born son of Charlemagne, who is obsessed with the “need to be completely fulfilled.” 20 Bridge St. (843) 815-5581 or mayrivertheatre.com.

October 28 – November 6:
Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival & Concours d’Elegance at various locations. Savannah Speed Classic at The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, Oct. 28-30; Motoring Midway (Nov. 5-6), Car Club Jamboree (Nov. 5) and Concours d’Elegance (Nov. 6) at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. (843) 785-7469 or hhiconcours.com.

October 28 – 29:
Haunted Wagon Rides in The Sea Pines Resort Forest Preserve departing from Heritage Farm at 7:30 & 8:30 p.m. Reservations required. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.

October 28 – 29:
“Jazz with a Southern Accent” featuring Don Erdman’s Hotlanta Dixieland Jazz Band at The Jazz Corner in The Village at Wexford. Dinner reservations highly recommended. Music charge nightly. 1000 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.

October 28:
“Lunch With Author Series: Tony Horwitz” hosted by USCB at the Hampton Hall Clubhouse in Bluffton, noon. The Pulitzer Prize-winning history author and journalist discusses his latest book, Midnight Rising: John Brown and the Raid That Sparked the Civil War. Reservations required, series tickets available. (843) 521-4147 or e-mail kingsley@uscb.edu.

October 28:
Pumpkin Patch hosted by the Island Rec. Center at Shelter Cove Community Park, 4-8 p.m. Petting zoo, blow-up rides, hayrack ride, costume contest and more. Proceeds benefit the Rec. Center’s Children’s Scholarship Fund. 39 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.

October 28:
The Bluffton Zombie Run, part of the 2nd Annual Promenade Zombie Fest, starting at The Promenade in downtown Bluffton, 6 p.m. A ghostly 1-mile twilight family fun run and walk with a costume contest and post-race block party. (843) 757-8520 or bearfootsports.com.

October 28:
Trick-or-Treat at the Bluffton Branch Library, 1-5 p.m. All service desks will have treats for children in costume. 20 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6503 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 28:
“Listen to Edgar Allan Poe’s ‘The Raven’ and Other Creepy Tales” for all ages at the Bluffton Branch Library, 4-4:45 p.m. listen to audio recordings of haunting tales with snacks and a spooky atmosphere. 20 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6503 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 28:
Auditions for Main Street Youth Theatre’s December production of “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” at the MSYT Studio, 3-6 p.m. 25 New Orleans Rd. (843) 689-6246 or e-mail epyle@msyt.org.

October 29 – November 2:
“Concours Entry Poster Exhibit” featuring poster entries created by SCAD students, including the winning design, is on display at Picture This Gallery in Cypress Square. All entries are available for purchase. Champagne Cocktail Reception on Nov. 2, 6-8 p.m. Reclaimed HUBCAB assemblages by Urban Trash Art are also on view. Proceeds benefit Driving Young America. Gallery hours are Mon.-Fri., 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. & Sat., 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 78D Arrow Rd. (843) 842-5299 or picturethishiltonhead.com.

October 29 – 30:
Halloween Wagon Rides in The Sea Pines Resort Forest Preserve departing from Heritage Farm at 1 & 2:15 p.m. A chance for little goblins to show off their Halloween costumes with stories and a search for the pumpkin patch. Reservations required. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.

October 29:
2011 Fight for Air Run/Walk, a 5K Run/Walk to benefit the American Lung Association at the Folly Beach Pier in Charleston, SC. Families, individuals and teams join together to run/walk in memory of those who have lost their battle to lung disease, to support those who are fighting it and to raise awareness of the disease. (843) 556-8451 or lungsc.org.

October 29:
MLK Community Service Day (Fifth Saturday). Free breakfast at All Saints Episcopal Church from 8-9 a.m. followed by indoor and outdoor community work projects from 9 a.m.-noon. All ages are invited to participate in helping the “beloved“ community. 3001 Meeting St. (843) 681-3881.

October 29:
Church of the Palms Annual Fall Bazaar in Okatie, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Silent auction, Grandma’s Attic, handmade arts and crafts, homemade ready-to-eat meals, casseroles, soups, desserts and baked goods, free magic show and children’s activities and more. Proceeds benefit the church’s community outreach ministries and spiritual education projects. 1425 Hwy. 170. (843) 379-1888 or palmsumc.org.

October 29:
Trick or Treat TangerStyle in the courtyard at Tanger Outlet 2, 1-3 p.m. Halloween/Harvest Festival and Trick-or-Treating for children 12 and under in costume. 1414 Fording Island Rd. (843) 837-4339 or tangeroutlet.com. October 29: Annual Afternoon Halloween Event at Shelter Cove Harbour. Candy, contests, food and fun for kids of all ages. (843) 686-9098 or sheltercovehiltonhead.com.

October 29:
Haunted BBQ & Costume Contest at The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village, 4-9 p.m. See the Haunted Viilage with a Kid’s Costume Contest at 7 p.m., prizes, candy, kid’s fun and games, Jake the Salty Dog, burgers and hot dogs. 232 S. Sea Pines Dr. (843) 671-2233 or saltydog.com.

October 29:
“Make It and Take It” Craft Time for ages 8-12 at the Bluffton Branch Library, 11 a.m. Make a Jack-o-Lantern pin or candy corn frame. 20 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6503 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

October 29:
Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center’s 1st Birthday Paw-ty in Okatie’s Riverwalk Business Park, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Music, children’s activities, Cappy the Clown, balloon art, pet vendors, food vendors, pet portraits, “Ask the Trainer,” HHI Kennel Club demonstration, contests, over 100 adoption-ready cats and dogs, low-cost vaccines and microchipping and more. Bring a birthday present for the animals (Purina dog or cat food) and receive a free raffle ticket. Leashed dogs welcome. Hwy. 170., 1.5 miles north of Hwy. 278. (843) 645-1725 or palmettoanimalleague.org.

October 29:
Free Self-Defense Seminar for Women in support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month at Hampton Lake, 9:30 a.m.-noon. Featuring Matt Robinson, owner of Charleston Krav Maga. A monetary donation or item from the CODA (Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse) wish list is appreciated. Pre-registration required; free childcare provided. (843) 540-6065 or e-mail purpledvam11@yahoo.com.

October 30:
Dixieland Jazz Society of the Lowcountry New Orleans-style Jazz Jam at The Jazz Corner in The Village at Wexford, 2-5 p.m. Free admission, minimum purchase for table seating. 1000 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-8620 or djslc.com.

October 30:
Halloween on the Harbour in Harbour Town, 3:30-5 p.m. Pumpkin decorating, crafts, activities, trick-or-treating, a costume contest, cookies and cider. All ages are invited to come in costume. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.

October 30:
A Festival of Sacred Music to benefit Family Promise of Beaufort County at St. Peters Catholic Church in Beaufort, 3:30 p.m. A Massed Choir from local church choirs with special guests The Gullah Kinfolk, the Low Country Children’s Chorus and the Unitarian Universalist Church of Beaufort Choir organized by the Low Country Chapter American Guild of Organists. 70 Lady’s Island Dr. (888) 840-0152 or lowcountryago.org.

October 31:
“Halloween at The Sandbox,” at The Sandbox, An Interactive Children’s Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Play in your best “boo” costume with refreshments, prizes, scavenger hunt, a special craft and decorate your own cupcake. Free with museum admission. 18A Pope Ave. (843) 842-7645 or thesandbox.org.

October 31:
Movie Screening of “The Haunting“ (1963), one of the most highly regarded haunted house films ever produced, at the Bluffton Branch Library, 5:30-7:30 p.m. 20 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6503 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.