KICA Annual Reports 2015 | Page 17

Upcoming Events 16 Landscape Symposium and Plant Sale Friday, April 24 KICA’s annual Landscape Symposium gives members an opportunity to hear from a group of expertly trained, experienced landscape professionals while getting one-on-one advice and guidance. At the Plant Sale, members can purchase beautiful native plants for their properties. All funds raised from plant sales are reinvested into KICA’s greenhouse operations and common-area plantings, helping to keep the island beautiful. Celebrate Kiawah Saturday, April 25 Join your neighbors for this annual social celebration of KICA members at the Sandcastle with light hors d’oeuvres and beverages, live music and dancing poolside. More details to come. Summer Programs and the Castle Grille Summer programs include fun in the sun and activities for both the young and the young at heart. Kids’ Crafts will be offered at 2 p.m. each Friday for children ages 4-12. Youngsters can learn to hang ten at our Surf Camp - held weekly by Tidal Trails, a KICA partner. Also, look for information on our summer holiday activities, like the Red, White and Blue Bash on July Fourth with a kids parade and live music. The Castle Grille and Sandbar open regularly for the season on Memorial Day weekend at the Sandcastle. Enjoy a flavorful lunch menu and cool summer beverages, including wine, beer and mixed drinks through Labor Day. Dogtoberfest: Dogs, Dine and Wine Saturday, Oct. 17 The 9th annual Dogtoberfest: Dogs, Dine and Wine event at Freshfields Village will feature a variety of pet-related vendors, pet rescue organizations, a wine tasting, beer and great food. Spend the afternoon at Freshfields enjoying fun events like a pet costume contest, a blessing of the animals, live music and great prizes. Proceeds benefit the participating pet rescue organizations. These groups provide food, shelter, medicine and care for rescued dogs, ultimately finding “forever homes” for these pets in need. For updates, follow Dogtoberest on Facebook at facebook.com/dogtoberki. Autumn Oyster Roast at Rhett’s Bluff Saturday, Nov. 7 from 6 - 9 p.m. Shuck oysters, dine on delicious food and sip on your favorite l X