Events for October 2014
Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce
Oct 2    Business Mixer 10/14
Join us for our October Business Mixer - make business connections, expand your network and generate new sales leads!

Proudly sponsored by Shirley Padgett State Farm and TJ's BBQ & Burgers!
Date: October 2, 2014
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.berkeleysc.org
Location: TJ's BBQ & Burgers
214 St. James Avenue
Goose Creek, SC 29445
Contact: Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce 577-9549 or 761-8238
EMail: lculley@bcoc.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday October 2nd
Fees/Admission: Members - Free
Non- Members - $10
Oct 4    Royal Food Truck Rodeo & Family Fun Fest
Come out to Royal Lanes of Goose Creek for a fun filled afternoon for the family with food and festivities!

Indoor sports bar
DJ - "Sounds Like Fun"
Cornhole Tournament
Jump Castle
Local Vendors
Face Painting
Balloon Animals
Date: October 4, 2014
Time: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Royal Lanes
106 Central Avenue
Goose Creek, SC 29445
Contact: (843) 572-2695
Date/Time Details: Saturday, October 4th, 2014
3:00 - 7:00 PM
Oct 6 - Oct 7    Sororities Take a Stand Against Domestic Violence
My Sister's House presents a candlelight vigil and silent march in remembrance of those who have suffered and died as a result of domestic violence.

Keynote Speaker: South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson
Date: October 6, 2014
Time: 6:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Location: Hutchinson Square
Main Street
Summerville, SC
Contact: Summerville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, Inc.
EMail: info@summervilledst.org
Date/Time Details: Monday, October 6th, 2014
6:30 PM
Fees/Admission: Donation requests for My Sister's House:
New and gentley used winter coats, scarves, hats & gloves, hygiene & toiletry items
Oct 11    2014 Tri-County Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
Recruiting men of all ages to march in women's high heeled shoes to protest sexualized violence and domestic violence, to educate our communities, and to raise money for programs.  Hosted by My Sister's House, Inc, awards will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers.
After the walk, "Man to Man: Speaking Out Against Domestic Violence"- a domestic violence awareness and education event including a guest speaker, education displays, activities, prizes, and much more!
Date: October 11, 2014
Time: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Website: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/2014-tri-county-walk-a-mile-in-her-shoes-tickets-12401608545
Location: Park Circle Community Center
North Charleston, SC
Date/Time Details: Saturday, October 11, 2014
Registration at 9:30 AM
Walk beginning at 10:30 AM
Fees/Admission: Tickets in advance: $25.00/individual or $20.00 per person for a group of 5 or more.
Tickets on day of event: $30.00/individual or $25.00 per person for a group of 5 or more.
Oct 11    2014 Goose Creek Fall Festival
The City of Goose Creek will present the “2014 Fall Festival” on Saturday, October 11, 2014 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Marguerite H. Brown Municipal Center. This FREE event will feature live entertainment, arts/craft vendors, kid’s play area, safety demonstrations, food vendors, laser tag and much more!! This event will raise awareness and donations for Helping Hands of Goose Creek.
Date: October 11, 2014
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 519 N. Goose Creek Blvd.
Goose Creek, SC 29445
Date/Time Details: Saturday, October 11, 2014
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Oct 17    Association of Women in Metals Industries Golf Outing
The Association of Women in the Metals Industries (AWMI) is a professional non-profit organization geared toward promoting and developing the growth of women and men in the metals industries.  AWMI is hosting a golf outing in which proceeds will go towards a scholarship for an AWMI member.
Date: October 17, 2014
Website: http://www.awmi.com
Location: The Links at Stono Ferry in Hollywood, SC.
Contact: To sponsor or participate please contact melinda.morgan@nucor.com or denise.scott@nucor.com
Date/Time Details: Friday, October 17th, 2014
9:00 AM
Fees/Admission: Golf entry fee: $125.00 per person or $460.00 for a four person team.
Games are $15.00 pre-purchased and $25.00 the day of the outing.
Oct 17    2014 Bonneau Peanut Festival
Come join us at the Bonneau Peanut Festival! There will be Arts and Crafts, Amusement Rides, Games, Softball/Baseball Games, Live Music, Beauty Pageants, a Parade and plenty of food...not to mention The Chillin' Station will be on hand serving up our "almost" world famous Hawaiian Shaved Ice! It promises to be a fun-filled time for the whole family!
Date: October 17, 2014
Oct 20 - Oct 25    Berkeley County First Steps, Read For The Record
Jumpstart's Read for the Record, presented in partnership with CVS Health, the Berkeley County Library system and Berkeley County First Steps, will take place at libraries within Berkeley County during the week of October 20, 2014. Jumpstart's Read for the Record is an annual reading celebration that highlights the need for quality early education in America by mobilizing adults and children to set a record for the largest shared reading experience. During the week of October 20, 2014, CVS Health colleagues will serve as guest storytellers at The Berkeley County Library system to present a series of family storytelling events featuring the book Baby Cakes, Rosemary Wells. Child Care providers, families and literacy partners are invited to attend these free literacy events which are scheduled as follows:
Date: October 20, 2014
Time: 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://www.berkeleyfirststeps.com
Location: Monday, October 20, 5:00 p.m. Spanish Family Story time 6:00 p.m. English Family Story time Goose Creek Library, 325 Old Moncks Corner Road, Goose Creek, SC 29461 Tuesday, October 21 , 6:00 p.m. Family Story time Sangaree Library, 595 Sangaree Pkwy, Summerville, SC 29483 ? Wednesday, October 22 , 6:00 p.m. Family Story time Hanahan Library, 1216 Old Murray Court Hall Rd, Hanahan, SC 29410 Thursday, October 23 , 6:00 p.m. Family Story time Moncks Corner Library, 1003 Highway 52, Moncks Corner, SC 29461 Saturday, October 25, 11:00 a.m. Family Story time Daniel Island Library, 2301 Daniel Island Drive, Daniel Island, SC 29492
Contact: Adrienne Troy-Frazier: 843-863-3030
EMail: adriennetroyberkeleyfirststeps@aol.com
Fees/Admission: Free Early Childhood event for families with children 6 years old and younger. Free hearing, vision screenings;food and books on a first come first serve basis.
Oct 22    Legislative Forum 2014
The Berkeley Chamber wants your input on what legislative issues you feel are essential to businesses. This must-attend session gives business leaders a unique opportunity to offer valuable input to help the Berkeley County region and the State of South Carolina make progress.  As Chamber members, please make every effort to attend and have your voice and input heard.

Sponsorships are available! Contact lculley@bcoc.com for more information.
Date: October 22, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: The Redbank Club
2316 Redbank Road
Goose Creek, SC 29445
Contact: Contact Lindsey at lculley@bcoc.com or 843-761-8238 for more information.
EMail: lculley@bcoc.com
Date/Time Details: Breakfast at 8:00 AM
Fees/Admission: Members: $15.00
Non-members: $25.00
Oct 22 - Oct 23    Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Industry Day 2014
SAME Charleston Post Industry Day 2014
Federal, State, and Municipal Government Presentations with Industry Peers

Exhibit Hall open all day and presentations from SBA, GSA, USACE, SCDOT, NAVFAC, Panel Speakers and more!

 
Date: October 22, 2014
Time: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Website: http://www.samecharleston.com
Location: Embassy Suites North Charleston
Convention Center
5505 International Blvd.
North Charleston, SC 29418
Contact: Click here to see agenda, get more info, and purcahse tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2014-charleston-post-industry-day-tickets-11873284313
Date/Time Details: October 22nd- Golf Tournament at the Wescott Plantation and Oyster Roast Icebreaker at the North Charleston Fire Museum
October 23rd- Presentations, Exhibit Hall, and Young Member session at the North Charleston Convention Center
Oct 24    Trunk or Treat
Palmetto X-Treme Dance Studio & Clouse Chiropractic Center will be hosting a Trunk or Treat Friday, October 24th at 6 pm Trunk or Treat is a safe, fun and not-so-scary alternative to going door-to-door with the kids. All attending grown-up's are encouraged to decorate their car trunks/tailgates and hand out Halloween treats. The decorations don't have to be too over-the-top. The more decorated vehicles, the more fun for the kids!!! Kids get to dress up in a funny, spooky or a ridiculous costume and bring a BIG treat bag to fill at each vehicle. Prizes go to the BEST decorated vehicles and to the BEST costume!! We will have free pop-corn and drinks, entertainment, face painting, lots of laughs and TONS of FUN! Please be sure to spread the word and invite all your friends and family! See you there!
Date: October 24, 2014
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Berkeley Professional Park ~ 421 Barony Street in Moncks Corner, SC 29461
Contact: Nikki Nelson Clouse Chiropractic 843-899-7383 or email: nikkiangelo@homesc.com
EMail: nikkiangelo@homesc.com
Date/Time Details: October 24th starting at 6:00pm
Fees/Admission: Free
Oct 24    Halloween in the Swamp

General admission includes a lighted pumpkin trail, jump castles, storytelling, and a campfire and marshmallow roast. Family fun activities for all ages.

The Haunted Swamp Experience is a separate event not recommended for young children. Embark on a haunted boat adventure as one of our guides rows you through our swamp. Disembark from the boat and walk a dark, haunted trail, complete with scary sights and eerie sounds. If you survive the swamp ride and haunted trail, and IF you still have the courage, enjoy the marshmallow roast & campfire with ghost stories, food, fun & more!

Date: October 24, 2014
Time: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Website: http://www.cypressgardens.com
Location: 3030 Cypress Gardens Road
Moncks Corner, SC 29461

Please remember that Cypress Gardens Road is closed due to the collapse of the viaduct and all visitors must enter via Bushy Park Road. Please call if you need directions.
Contact: 843-553-5015
Fees/Admission: General admission tickets (this does not include the Haunted Swamp Experience) tickets will be sold at the gate. Haunted Swamp Experience tickets (General Admission is included in these tickets) must be purchased in advance. They will be sold ON-LINE at mycommunitytickets.com and at Cypress Gardens starting October 1st. Limited tickets available. No coupons, season passes or special passes accepted.
Oct 25    Goose Creek NAACP 10th Freedom Fund Banquet
For 10 years the Goose NAACP has worked steadfastly in supporting the city of Goose Creek and our annual banquet is a time when we celebrate our efforts and focus on a meaningful theme to take us in to the new year. This year our theme is 'The Ballot Box and You - USE IT OR LOSE IT! We do hope you will be able to attend and celebrate with us, our guess speaker is state representative for the 19th District Representative Bakari Sellers. There will also be a band, dinner and dancing in the ballroom of the Charleston Plaza Hotel near Charleston International Airport. Tickets are $50 and tables are available.
Date: October 25, 2014
Time: 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Website: http://www.naacpgoosecreek.org
Location: Charleston Plaza Hotel 4770 Goers Drive,North Charleston, SC 29406
Contact: Claire Jefferson Norwood 347-260-4745
EMail: clairenorwood@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: October 25th 2014
Fees/Admission: $50.00
Oct 26    Trunk or Treats
Don't miss Trunk or Treats at Faith Church in Moncks Corner! Candy, games, inflatables, a costume contest (12 yrs & under, family-friendly please) all offered for free! There will also be a raffle for great prizes like an autographed Dabo Swinney football or a one-year membership for your entire family to the Children's Museum in Charleston. Bring your kids & friends and join us Sunday, Oct. 26th from 5-7pm!
Date: October 26, 2014
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.faithishere.org
Location: Faith Church is located at 1286 N. Highway 52 in Moncks Corner. We're just over the Tail Race Canal in Santee Circle!
Contact: Contact the church office at (843) 761-6866
EMail: andrew@faithishere.org
Date/Time Details: Sunday, October 26th 5-7pm
Fees/Admission: The event is FREE!
Oct 31 - Nov 1    Halloween Costume Party
Halloween Costume Party
The Redbank Club
Costumes highly encouraged-- eat, have fun, & be scary!
Best costume competition, hors d'oeuvres, giveaways, great music & karaoke!
Date: October 31, 2014
Website: http://www.jbcharleston.com
Location: The Redbank Club
2316 Redbank Road
Goose Creek, SC 29445
Contact: The Redbank Club (843) 794-7797
Date/Time Details: Friday, October 31st, 2014
8:00 PM on Halloween Night
Fees/Admission: $13/person in advance
$15/person at the door
Oct 31    Downtown Moncks Corner Halloween Festival
Downtown Moncks Corner 3rd Annual Halloween Festival Friday October 31st 4:30 pm- 6:30 pm A free event for ages 8 and under located in Unity Park An afternoon of street & treat with local merchants, costume contest, games, and other activities. Costume Contest times: 5:00 ages 0-2, 5:15 ages 3-4, 5:30 ages 5-6, 5:45 ages 7-8 Register between 4:30 and 5:00 in front of stage. A winner will be awarded in each age group. We are looking for local merchants/business to participate and /or be a sponsor
Date: October 31, 2014
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Website: http://www.townofmonckscorner.sc.org
Location: Unity Park Main Street
Contact: Depot 899-4708
EMail: mcdepot@homesc.com
Date/Time Details: Friday, October 31st 4:30-6:30
Fees/Admission: FREE FOR AGES 8 & under