CHARLESTON CALENDAR OF EVENTS

2 Gibbes on the Street – Enjoy culinary delights from Charleston’s top chefs, an open bar and dancing in the middle of Meeting Street at this fourth annual street party benefiting the Gibbes Museum of Art. www.gibbesmuseum.org | 843-722-2706

2, 3, 16, 18, 23, 24, 30 – “Inspector NoClue’s Murder Mystery,” a classic comic whodunit at the Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre. www.charlestonmysteries.com | 843-937-6453

2-19 “33 Variations” – A mother coming to terms with her daughter. A composer coming to terms with his genius. Separated by 200 years, they share an obsession that might, even just for a moment, make time stand still. Performed by Threshold Repertory Theatre. www.charlestontheater.com | 843-277-2172

3–5, 9–12, 16–19 “Oklahoma!” – The Footlight Players perform this story of love in the Wild West between Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a charming farm girl. www.footlightplayers.net | 843-722-4487

3-11 North Charleston Arts Festival – This nine-day event highlights national, regional and local artists and performers in dance, music, theater, visual arts, crafts, photography, media arts and literature. www.northcharlestonartsfest.com

3-29 “Clybourne Park” – Pure Theatre performs this intensely topical satire that explores the fault line between race and property. www.puretheatre.org | 843-723-4444

4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28 – “Pirate Mystery Show,” a family comedy where the audience is the star at the Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre. www.charlestonmysteries.com | 843-937-6453

11 Winestock – Head to Irvin~House Vineyards on Wadmalaw Island live music, food and a contest for the best 1970s costume. www.charlestonwine.com | 843-559-6867

12 Mother's Day Brunch & Riverboat Cruise - Board Charleston's only paddlewheel vessel, The Carolina Queen, on this two-hour cruise and catered brunch.  Catered by Duvall Events, live music by Dixieland Jazz Band and beautiful Charleston harbor views.  Boarding at 11am, cruises from 11:30am - 1:30pm, departs from Charleston City Marina at 17 Lockwood Blvd, $56.95 per person.  Call 800-344-4483 or visit www.charlestonharbortours.com to book.  Reservations required.  Free parking at marina with ticket.

12 Reptile Program – Learn about the creatures of the swamp – alligators, snakes and turtles – at this interactive program at Old Santee Canal Park in Moncks Corner. www.oldsanteecanalpark.org | 843-899-5200

16-18 – Hands-On Rice Painting at Middleton Place. Join a costumed interpreter and learn about the Carolina Gold rice planted on Lowcountry plantations, the African origins of rice and its cultivation in South Carolina in the 18th and 19th centuries. www.middletonplace.org | 843-556-6020

18 Charleston Beer Garden – Inspired by the festive biergartens of Germany, Brittlebank Park will be transformed into Charleston’s largest popup beer garden. Enjoy craft brews, live music, beer school classes and Beer Olympics. www.charlestonbeergarden.com.

18 Garrison Saturday – Interact with historic interpreters at the Fort of Colonial Dorchester as they demonstrate tasks and skills common to the American Colonial period, including cooking, blacksmithing, military drills and musket firings. www.fortdorchester.org

18 Shagging on the Cooper – Put your dancing shoes for this party at Mount Pleasant Pier. www.ccprc.com

19 First Flush FesTEAval – Celebrate the first growth of new leaves on the tea plants at the Charleston Tea Plantation. The “first flush” is harvested to produce what avid tea drinkers deem to be the most unique, fresh and amazing cup of tea. The annual festival includes music, entertainment, art and local cuisine. www.charlestonteaplantation.com | 843-559-0383

19-20 Sculpture in the South – This is a one-of-a-kind event offering collectors and first-time art enthusiasts a chance to mingle and chat with 35 leading fine art sculptors in Summerville’s Azalea Park. www.sculptureinthesouth.com | 843-851-7800

23-26, 30-31 and June 1-2 “Chicago” – The Flowertown Players perform this musical tale of two rival vaudevillian murderesses who create a media storm in the 1920s. www.flowertownplayers.org | 843-875-9251

24-June 9 Spoleto Festival USA – For 17 days and nights this world-renowned festival fills Charleston’s historic theaters, churches and outdoor spaces with performances by artists from around the world as well as emerging performers in opera; theater; dance; and chamber, symphonic, choral and jazz music. Now approaching its 37th season, Spoleto Festival USA is internationally recognized as America’s premier performing arts festival. www.spoletousa.org | 843-579-3100

25 The 4th Annual Southeastern Beard & Moustache Championships - Fun event held at the Music Farm https://www.facebook.com/events/452059864856454

31 Shagging at Folly Beach – Put your dancing shoes for this party at Folly Beach Pier. www.ccprc.com