Treasures of the Tidelands

The artistic talents of Georgetown County will be showcased in the third annual Treasures of the Tidelands festival. tidelandsfestival.com for events.

SweetSmith Bakery’s Annual Edible Accessories

SweetSmith Bakery’s Annual Edible Accessories celebration features purses, shoes, and hats made of cookies, cake and chocolate, as well as decorative accessories on petit-fours and cupcakes. A portion of the entire month’s proceeds, plus tips, will be given to the Florence Crittendon Home in Charleston. Located on the corner of Sam Rittenberg Blvd. and Orange Grove Road. Visit sweetsmithbakery.com for directions.

North Charleston Arts Festival

Music, theater, dance, and fine art will be on display at the nine-day North Charleston Arts Festival. For a detailed schedule, visit northcharleston.org.

Astronomy Week

This is the first day of Astronomy Week. Spend an evening in the backyard looking at the stars. Blanket optional.