Weekend Tip Sheet for Nov. 7-10, 2019

Yallfest

Nearly 70 authors will be participating in book signings, special events, panel discussions and keynote conversations. The festival wraps up with the can’t-miss YA Smackdown on Saturday evening, hosted by authors Nic Stone and Angie Thomas.
WHO: Blue Bicycle Books and YA authors | WHEN: Friday and Saturday | WHERE: Charleston Music Hall and other venues

The Woodlands Fall Music & Arts Festival
Rent a kayak to fish on two stocked lakes, go for a hike on miles of wooded trails or hop on a stand-up paddleboard and enjoy a view of both stages from out on the water. And if being lazy is the desired activity there will be a plethora of hammock options.
WHO: Umphrey’s McGee and a bunch of other bands | WHEN: Friday and Saturday | WHERE: The Woodlands

Going Places Gala: Light the Path
This will be a night of dancing, drinks and delicious bites all while supporting underprivileged youth in the area. The event includes a silent auction, wine pull and raffles.
WHO: Be a Mentor | WHEN: 7-10 p.m. Friday | WHERE: Sterling Hall at Hyatt Place Hyatt House

The Lifespan Of A Fact
A determined young fact checker is about to stir up trouble. The demanding editor has given him a big assignment: Apply his skill to a groundbreaking piece by the unorthodox author. Together, they take on the high-stakes world of publishing in this new comedy of conflict.
WHO: By Jeremy Kareken, David Murrell and Gordon Farrell | WHEN: Through Nov. 23 | WHERE: Pure Theatre

Revel on the River
It's a celebration of the area's rivers, creeks and harbor and the folks that love and care for them. This music, arts and conservation festival marks the 10th anniversary of the Charleston Waterkeeper.
WHO: Charleston Waterkeeper | WHEN: 1-5 p.m. Saturday | WHERE: Freehouse Brewery

A Little Night Music
Chamber Music Charleston will perform A Little Night Music, an hourlong program of music for flute and string quartet which will include Gershwin's Lullaby for string quartet, Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusik and Arthur Foote’s A Little Night Piece.
WHO: Chamber Music Charleston | WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday | WHERE: Drayton Hall

Charity Knife Sharpening Event
Sharpen up your knives for just $1 per knife minimum donation. Every dollar will benefit the Charleston Basket Brigade to help feed a full Thanksgiving meal to those in need.
WHO: Charleston Basket Brigade and Coastal Cupboard | WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday | WHERE: Coastal Cupboard

Coastal Carolina Fair
Did you know a fair has operated continually in Charleston County since 1924? During those years, the fair has evolved from a small county fair serving the immediate Charleston area to an operation that reaches the entire tri-county area and beyond.
WHO: Exchange Club | WHEN: Through Sunday | WHERE: Exchange Park

James Sawers Jr. Interfaith Speaker Series
Wendy Cadge, professor in the Department of Sociology at Brandeis University, will offer presentations and workshops on contemporary American religion, especially related to religion in public institutions, chaplaincy, religion and immigration, and religious and moral aspects of health care.
WHO: Charleston Interreligious Council | WHEN: Thursday through Saturday | WHERE: Various locations

Rockabillaque
Celebrate mid-century Americana with music acts from all over the map, a car and bike show, a pinup makeover booth, beard and mustache competition, tattoo contest, kids activities and more.
WHO: Benefiting Valiant Animal Rescue & Relief | WHEN: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, plus a kickoff party on Friday at Commonhouse Aleworks and a finale show on Sunday at the Pour House | WHERE: Park Circle