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SUMMARY:Barbara Slavin: Risks and Opportunities in Iran-US Relations
DESCRIPTION:Barbara Slavin is a distinguished fellow at the Stimson Center in Washington and a lecturer in international affairs at George Washington University. Prior to joining Stimson\, she founded and directed the Future of Iran Initiative at the Atlantic Council and led a bi-partisan task force on Iran. The author of Bitter Friends\, Bosom Enemies: Iran\, the US and the Twisted Path to Confrontation (2007)\, she is a regular commentator on US foreign policy and Iran on NPR\, PBS and C-Span. \nA career journalist\, Slavin served as a columnist for Al-Monitor; assistant managing editor for world and national security at the Washington Times; senior diplomatic reporter for USA Today; Cairo and Beijing correspondent for The Economist and as an editor at the New York Times Week in Review. She covered such key foreign policy issues as the US-led ‘war on terrorism\,’ policy toward ‘rogue’ states\, the Iran-Iraq war and the Arab-Israeli conflict. She has traveled to Iran nine times. Slavin also served as a public policy scholar at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars\, where she wrote Bitter Friends\, and as a senior fellow at the US Institute of Peace\, where she researched and wrote the report\, Mullahs\, Money and Militias: How Iran Exerts Its Influence in the Middle East. \n  \nGuest Policy\nGuests may register in advance for $30 or at the door for $35. Please arrive at 9:30 am to check in. Advance registration opens one month before each event and closes the Wednesday before each event.  There is no cost for WACHH members to attend. \n\nPre-Registered Guests (non-member) – $30.00\nNon-WACHH members who register online in advance of event\n\nWACHH Members\n\n\nWalk-in Guests (non-members) – $35.00\nGuests who have not pre-registered
URL:https://culturehhi.org/event/barbara-slavin-risks-and-opportunities-in-iran-us-relations/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 540 William Hilton Parkway\, Hilton Head\, 29928\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Humanities,Presentation,Things To Do,World Affairs
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SUMMARY:Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park Film Series
DESCRIPTION:2025 Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park Film Series\nDates: October 22 – 23\, 2025\nLocation: (TBD)\nDetails:\nThe Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park proudly presents the 2025 Historic Mitchelville Film Series\, an annual showcase of compelling films that explore African American history\, culture\, and the enduring legacy of resilience. \nThis year’s event will feature a selection of thought-provoking films followed by engaging discussions with distinguished speakers. Attendees will have the opportunity to reflect on history\, celebrate culture\, and engage in meaningful conversations that connect the past with the present. \nEvent Highlights:\n🎥 Film Screenings – A curated lineup of films that shed light on pivotal stories and experiences in African American history.\n🎙️ Talk Back Sessions – Post-film discussions featuring insightful perspectives from historians\, filmmakers\, and cultural leaders.\n🤝 Reception – A welcoming reception to connect with fellow attendees and discuss the themes explored in the films. \nMore details\, including venue and film selections\, will be announced soon. Stay tuned!
URL:https://culturehhi.org/event/historic-mitchelville-freedom-park-film-series-2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Venues to be announced
CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Art,Festival,Film,Gullah,Gullah Storytelling,Heritage,History,Humanities,Theater & Dance,Things To Do,Visual Arts & Photography
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park":MAILTO:jwright@exploremitchelville.org
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SUMMARY:Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park Film Series
DESCRIPTION:2025 Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park Film Series\nDates: October 22 – 23\, 2025\nLocation: (TBD)\nDetails:\nThe Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park proudly presents the 2025 Historic Mitchelville Film Series\, an annual showcase of compelling films that explore African American history\, culture\, and the enduring legacy of resilience. \nThis year’s event will feature a selection of thought-provoking films followed by engaging discussions with distinguished speakers. Attendees will have the opportunity to reflect on history\, celebrate culture\, and engage in meaningful conversations that connect the past with the present. \nEvent Highlights:\n🎥 Film Screenings – A curated lineup of films that shed light on pivotal stories and experiences in African American history.\n🎙️ Talk Back Sessions – Post-film discussions featuring insightful perspectives from historians\, filmmakers\, and cultural leaders.\n🤝 Reception – A welcoming reception to connect with fellow attendees and discuss the themes explored in the films. \nMore details\, including venue and film selections\, will be announced soon. Stay tuned!
URL:https://culturehhi.org/event/historic-mitchelville-freedom-park-film-series/
LOCATION:Venues to be announced
CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Art,Festival,Film,Gullah,Gullah Storytelling,Heritage,History,Humanities,Theater & Dance,Things To Do,Visual Arts & Photography
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park":MAILTO:jwright@exploremitchelville.org
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth 5k Run & Walk at Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth 5K Run & Walk with Palmetto Running Company \n🏃‍♂️ Run for Freedom. Walk for Unity. Celebrate Progress. 🏃‍♀️ \n📅 Date: Saturday\, June 8\, 2025\n📍 Location: Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park\n🕖 Packet Pick-Up: 7:00 – 7:45 AM\n🏁 5K Start Time: 8:00 AM\n♻️ Litter Sweep with The Outside Foundation: 8:00 – 10:00 AM (No registration required) \n💲 Registration Fees: (Subject to change) \n\n12 & Under: FREE (No t-shirt)\n18 & Under: $20\nAdults: $35\n\nJoin us for the Juneteenth 5K Run & Walk – a powerful and inspiring event celebrating freedom\, resilience\, and community. Whether you run\, walk\, or jog\, every step taken honors the journey toward equality and commemorates the enduring legacy of Juneteenth. \n🌿 Make an Impact!\nFollowing the race\, participants and community members are invited to join our Litter Sweep with The Outside Foundation – no registration required! Help us preserve the beauty of Historic Mitchelville while celebrating progress and unity. \n🏆 Why Participate?\n✔️ Celebrate Juneteenth through movement and community action.\n✔️ Enjoy a scenic course through the historic grounds of Mitchelville.\n✔️ Support local initiatives that promote health\, sustainability\, and inclusivity. \n👟 Sign up today and run for a cause that matters!\nRegistration is coming soon! Be part of this meaningful tradition that honors the past and strides toward a brighter future. \n📢 Spread the word – Invite friends & family!\n#Juneteenth5K #RunForFreedom #StrideForUnity #HistoricMitchelville
URL:https://culturehhi.org/event/juneteenth-5k-run-walk-at-historic-mitchelville-freedom-park/
LOCATION:Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park\, 40 Harriet Tubman Way\, Hilton Head Island\, SC\, 29926\, United States
CATEGORIES:5k Run and Walk,Environment,Festival,Fitness,Gullah,Gullah Storytelling,Heritage,History,History, Science, & Literature,Humanities,Litter Sweep,Nature,Nature,Things To Do
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park":MAILTO:jwright@exploremitchelville.org
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SUMMARY:Elizabeth Beavers: How the U.S. Defense Budget shapes Policy and Our Global Reputation
DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Beavers is a national security legal scholar and a public interest policy advocate. She most recently served as Vice President for Public Affairs at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft. Elizabeth also teaches remotely as an adjunct professor of counterterrorism law at the University of New Hampshire’s Franklin Pierce School of Law. Elizabeth’s expertise on national security law and policy is featured frequently on panels\, podcasts\, events\, and in the media. Her analysis has been featured in outlets including The New York Times\, USA Today\, Politico\, Reuters\, and The Guardian. She has previously served as a Senior Fellow with Data For Progress\, and currently serves as Vice President of the National Religious Campaign Against Torture’s board of directors. \nBefore her time at the Quincy Institute\, she ran a consultancy that worked behind the scenes to strengthen leading national advocacy organizations in their work to lobby lawmakers\, organize and train grassroots activists\, and change the public narrative on matters of peace and security. Prior to becoming an independent consultant\, Elizabeth served as Associate Policy Director for the Indivisible Project\, a grassroots movement organizing to influence Congress and build progressive power. Elizabeth led the organization’s advocacy efforts on foreign policy\, national security\, democracy\, and human rights. Before that\, Elizabeth was the Senior Campaigner on national security and human rights for the U.S. section of Amnesty International\, where she worked to reform the U.S. government’s national security policies in line with international human rights standards. Elizabeth also managed the Militarism & Civil Liberties program at the Friends Committee on National Legislation\, a Quaker lobby in public interest. \nElizabeth holds an LL.M. from Georgetown University Law Center in National Security with a Certificate in International Human Rights Law. She is a member of the North Carolina State Bar and received her Juris Doctor from Regent University School of Law. Her bachelor’s degree is in public relations and Spanish from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. \n \nGuest Policy\nGuests may register in advance or at the door for $25. Please arrive at 9:30 am to check in. Advance registration opens one month before each event and closes the Wednesday before each event. There is no cost for WACHH members to attend. \n\nRegistration\n\nGuest Registration (non-member) – $25.00\nNon-WACHH members may register in advance for themselves and a guest if desired.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe world is a complicated place and the World Affairs Council of Hilton Head will help you make sense of what is happening. The Council engages\, educates and inspires our community about world affairs.  Our programs are for everyone — members\, the general public\, and students.  We invite you to come to a speaker event and become a global thinker too!\n\n\n\nJOIN US!
URL:https://culturehhi.org/event/elizabeth-beavers-how-the-u-s-defense-budget-shapes-policy-and-our-global-reputation/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 540 William Hilton Parkway\, Hilton Head\, 29928\, United States
CATEGORIES:Humanities,Presentation,Things To Do
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SUMMARY:Blue and BBQ Annual Benefit
DESCRIPTION:2025 Blue & BBQ Annual Benefit \nMarch 29\, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Event Tickets Here  \nLocation: Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park\, 40 Harriet Tubman Way\, Hilton Head Island\, SC 29926 \n  \nDust Off Your Boots & Hats & Saddle Up for the 2025 Blue & BBQ Annual Fundraising Benefit \nSaddle up and join us for an unforgettable afternoon at the 2025 Blue & BBQ\, where the Old West’s charm meets the Lowcountry’s soulful vibes. Put on your cowboy boots and hats\, and get ready to enjoy Hilton Head Island’s only outdoor Lowcountry Dance with a modern twist on classic cowboy charm.  \nJoin Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park for the 2025 Blue & BBQ Annual Fundraising Benefit\, a unique event combining music\, food\, and immersive activities with a Modern Cowboy twist. This year’s benefit supports Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park’s 2025 fundraising efforts\, including the completion of key park projects that bring the Mitchelville story to life. \n🎶 Live Music & Dancing \nTwo bands that will surely have you up and dancing.  \nTap your boots to the rhythm of a live bluegrass band and join in guided dancing sessions led by a professional instructor. \nAll Inclusive Food & Beverage Experience  \n\nEnjoy some of South Carolina’s finest BBQ and libations! \n\nExciting Event Activations \n\nWatch a live blacksmith in action. \nExplore our archaeology dig site tours and uncover history.\nStroll through our ghosted structures while enjoying delicious food stations.\nEnjoy Yemmasse’s Black Cowboys and their horses.\n\nDress Code \nEmbrace the Modern Cowboy spirit—cowboy boots\, hats\, and a touch of blue are a must! \nTickets \nAdmission includes all food\, drinks\, and entertainment for $125. Proceeds support the year-round work of Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park in preserving and sharing the rich history of America’s first self-governed community of freedmen. Get your tickets here. \nParking & Shuttle \nPlease park at Cherry Hill School (Dillon & Beach City Road) and enjoy our complimentary shuttle service to the park.
URL:https://culturehhi.org/event/blue-and-bbq-annual-benefit/
LOCATION:Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park\, 40 Harriet Tubman Way\, Hilton Head Island\, SC\, 29926\, United States
CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Drinks,Food,Gullah,Gullah Storytelling,Heritage,History,Humanities,Live Music,Things To Do
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park":MAILTO:jwright@exploremitchelville.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T140000
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SUMMARY:TedXHiltonHead
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we bring together an inspiring group of top local and national speakers for a thought-provoking event filled with insight shared by today’s movers and shakers – and watch how SHIFT happens. \nTickets On Sale Now\n\nAn incredible lineup of speakers\, entertainers\, and thought-provoking spreaders of ideas… on the stage for you!
URL:https://culturehhi.org/event/tedxhiltonhead/
LOCATION:Arts Center of Coastal Carolina\, 14 Shelter Cove Lane\, Hilton Head Island\, SC\, 29928\, United States
CATEGORIES:Humanities,Presentation
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