Aquarium Wharf District

Art Institute of Charleston Open House, May 5th

 The Art Institute of Charleston will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, May 5th at 10:30am. A creative mind knows no bounds, so why settle for a cookie-cutter future? Your talent, given the right guidance and instruction, could land you a career that challenges and excites your creative side. 

Maybe you're ready to make a decision about your future – or maybe you still have a few questions. In any case, College Information Day is the time to get the answers you need and start imagining your future outside the box.

At this event you will:

• Tour and get a feel for the school
• Learn about their programs
• Learn about tuition, fees, and other costs
• Review financial aid and payment options
• Learn about the application process

To RSVP, or for more information, fill out the form on their website. 

First Sunset Blues & BBQ Cruise of the Year, April 19th

Come aboard the Carolina Belle on April 19th for Charleston Harbor Tours' first fantastic Sunset Blues and BBQ cruise of the year. A night of amazing Blues music and great BBQ! They have partnered with blues great, Shrimp City Slim, Fiery Ron’s Home Team BBQ and The Bridge at 105.5 to throw a fantastic Charleston Harbor Tours event.

Join them for live Blues from the one and only Shrimp City Slim Band and a delicious BBQ buffet from Fiery Ron's Home Team BBQ! Tickets are limited and are on sale now for $39.95.

The cruise boards at 6:30 at the Charleston Maritime Center at 10 Wharfside St. The cruise leaves at 7pm to return at 9pm. Get your tickets now at www.CharlestonHarborTours.com - or call 843-722-1112.

Forget Making Dinner, Try a Dinner Cruise Instead

Let SpiritLine Cruises take care of dinner for you this week aboard one of their fabulous dinner cruises. There’s no better way to experience Charleston and her history than from the deck of a SpiritLine yacht. The Spirit of Carolina offers a unique dining experience with breathtaking views of the Charleston harbor.

Enjoy an unforgettable three hour harbor tour as you savor a three or four course gourmet meal choosing one of five entrees. All entrees are served with rice or potatoes, fresh seasonal vegetables, rolls and butter, coffee and tea. We also offer music, entertainment and dancing on each of our two dining decks.

Prepaid reservations are required for SpiritLine Cruises' Dinner Cruise and you may securely reserve your tickets online or by phone at 1-800-789-3678. The price is $49.53 (weekdays) or $54.53 (weekends) per person for Captain’s Seating, where you will be seated with at least one other couple. The price includes tax, but does not include bar drinks, desserts or gratuities.

Afternoon Dolphin Sails Aboard The Schooner Pride

What better way is there to enjoy a beautiful afternoon than aboard the Schooner Pride's Afternoon Dolphin Sail?

Experience the charm of sailing on a classic schooner and:

• Often observe dolphins playing and racing across the bow and frolicking in the harbor.
• Pass Patriots Point and see the USS Yorktown, an Essex class aircraft carrier which played an important role during WWII.
• See the beautiful homes that line the Battery.
• See Ft. Sumter and one of the forts that fired upon it during the first battle of the Civil War, Ft. Johnson.
• Watch pelicans perform diving acts.
• See the impressive Arthur Ravenel Jr. bridge, the largest suspension bridge in North America.

Soft drinks, beer, wine, champagne and water will all be available for purchase while you explore the harbor. The Schooner Pride's Afternoon Dolphin Sails set sail from the Aquarium Wharf everyday at 3pm. Tickets are $34 for adults and $26 for children 11 and under & can be purchased online here. 

"What Those Who Teach Can Do" Exhibit on Display at The Art Institute of Charleston

 The Art Institute of Charleston, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta, joins The Art Institutes schools across the nation in paying tribute to talented high school art and media educators in “What Those Who Teach Can Do,” an exhibition that will be on display in the college’s gallery from April 2nd through 30th.

“We’re celebrating what these educators do in our community by hosting their work in our gallery” said Rick Jerue, president of The Art Institute of Charleston. “Teachers work so hard to cultivate the skills and talents of our area’s high school students, inspiring them every day. Now we want to shine a light on their personal talents.”

More than 45 Art Institutes locations in the United States will host “What Those Who Teach Can Do.” This will mark the first time that The Art Institutes throughout the country will present gallery exhibitions highlighting the artistic work of local high school educators. “The truth is that teachers do so much, more than we see,” said President Jerue.

The Art Institute of Charleston invites the public and family, friends and students of the artists to attend the reception beginning at 5:30 p.m. on April 19, 2012, at no charge. For more information contact The Art Institute of Charleston at 866.211.0107 or by email at aicscadm@aii.edu. Educators can find out more at http://aieducators.com/.

The Art Institute of Charleston is located at 24 North Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401.