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Event-filled July for Charleston Co. Parks

Event-filled July for Charleston Co. Parks

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission is gearing up for an event-filled July at parks throughout the county.

The following events will take place during the month of July:

Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park/Pier

  • Thursday, July 4, 7 to 11 p.m. - Uncle Sam Jam - The Fourth of July celebration will include live music by Permanent Vacation and a fireworks display. Admission is $10 day of, or $8 in advance.
  • Friday, July 19, begins at twilight - Movies on the Grand Lawn - Watch a movie outdoors on the Grand Lawn. For more, click here.
  • Saturday, July 20, 7 to 11 p.m. - Shaggin' on the Cooper with The Sneakers - Spend the evening dancing on the Pier to live music by The Sneakers. Only 800 tickets available. $10, or $8 for Charleston Co. residents.

Folly Beach Fishing Pier

St. Christopher Camp to celebrate 75 years

St. Christopher Camp to celebrate 75 years

JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) - St. Christopher Camp and Conference Center is gearing up for a big 75th anniversary celebration.

The Pelican Gala, 75th Anniversary Celebration will take place Monday, June 22 beginning at 11 a.m. The Gala will wrap up at 9:30 p.m.

Known as a "Vintage 1938 Party on the Lawn", the event will feature an auction, a Pelican Art Contest and Children's Art Show, and a vintage car show. There will also be a presentation of the 50th and 75th anniversary time capsules. 

For more information on the St. Christopher Camp and Conference Center 75th Anniversary Celebration, click here.

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SC Aquarium to release 7 sea turtles Tuesday

SC Aquarium to release 7 sea turtles Tuesday

KIAWAH ISLAND, SC (WCSC)- The South Carolina Aquarium will release seven hard-shelled patients back into the ocean Tuesday.

A sea turtle release will be held at Beachwalker County Park on Kiawah Island on Tuesday, June 18 at 10:30 a.m.

The seven rehabilitated Kemp's ridley sea turtles were flown to the South Carolina Aquarium to join the Sea Turtle Rescue Program after being collected off the coast of New England during a winter cold-stunning event.

The turtles name's are Davis, Wellfleet, Cheyenne, Crowe, Saint, Turbo, and Cape Cod.

Those who would like to watch the sea turtle release are asked to arrive early and carpool due to possible heavy traffic. County Park parking fees will apply.

 

 

Tuesday off to humid start after overnight storms

Tuesday off to humid start after overnight storms

Live 5 Meteorologist Chad Watson has your Tuesday forecast:

After an early morning wake up for most thanks to powerful storms, the rain has ended, the streets are dry for the most part and Tuesday is off to a very humid start. Temps will head toward a daytime high around 88° but thanks to the humidity the feel like temps will nudge over into the lower 90s. More pop up storms will dot the sky this afternoon and evening as the seabreeze becomes active. Look for more heavy rain with lots of lighting and thunder for some as we approach the drive time home.

Showers and storms likely to help keep temps down

Showers and storms likely to help keep temps down

Sun, clouds and humidity returns on Monday along with a few mid-afternoon and evening storms.  Highs will be in the mid 80s.  Looks like a better chance for showers and storms Tuesday through Thursday.  Highs will be in the 80s and overnight lows in the 70s. Heat index the next few days looks to stay in the lower 90s for most backyards.

Have a great Monday !!

Chad Watson
Live 5 Meteorologist

SC Aquarium to release 7 sea turtles

KIAWAH ISLAND, SC (WCSC)- The South Carolina Aquarium will release seven hard-shelled patients back into the ocean Tuesday.

A sea turtle release will be held at Beachwalker County Park on Kiawah Island on Tuesday, June 18 at 10:30 a.m.

The seven rehabilitated Kemp's ridley sea turtles were flown to the South Carolina Aquarium to join the Sea Turtle Rescue Program after being collected off the coast of New England during a winter cold-stunning event.

The turtles name's are Davis, Wellfleet, Cheyenne, Crowe, Saint, Turbo, and Cape Cod.

Those who would like to watch the sea turtle release are asked to arrive early and carpool due to possible heavy traffic. County Park parking fees will apply.

 

 

Mild heat returns Friday with temps in the upper 80s

Mild heat returns Friday with temps in the upper 80s

Live 5 Meteorologist Chad Watson says it will cool off a little Friday, with temps topping out in the mid to upper 80s.

Sunshine returns for Friday and brings with it much lower humidity thanks to a front that moved off the coast early this morning. Winds out of the north all day around 5-10mph will make it feel much milder and not allow any excessive heat to work its way back into your outdoor plans for the last day of the week. Highs today are in the mid to upper 80s with a extreme UV index if you plan to head to the beach or the pool. The great weather lasts all weekend including Fathers Day on Sunday.