October 22, 2024

Bluffton Branch Library

2:00 PM

"The History of the Beaufort Jasper Water & Sewer Authority, 1954-- " 

Come learn about the history of a key piece of local and regional infrastructure. You'll discover where your water comes from, why it comes from there, where it goes when you are done with it, and what it has in common with the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Space is limited. Doors will open for seating at 1:30 pm. Closed when we reach room capacity.  Come learn about the circumstances of water and sewage services before 1954, where your water comes from now, why it comes from there, where it goes when you are done with it, and what it has in common with the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

November 1, 2024 

Beaufort Branch Library

2:00 PM

“The American Civil War: Highlander Brother vs Brother” 

The New York 79th Regiment "Highlanders" were part of the Union occupation force in the Lowcountry during the Civil War. The 79th Highlanders were stationed in Beaufort and were deployed to James Island in June 1862 in advance of the Battle of Secessionville. Alexander was on one side; his brother James on the other during the battle. Attending the lecture will better prepare you to thoroughly enjoy Saturday's living history re-enactment at the Arsenal. Two of the Union dead from that battle are buried in the Beaufort National Cemetery.