When: Every Thursday, at 7:30 p.m.

Where: The library at Hibben United Methodist Church.

Details: Families Anonymous is a 12-step fellowship for those families and friends who have known a feeling of desperation concerning the destructive behavior of someone very near to them, whether caused by drugs, alcohol or related behavioral problems. The program is for those impacted by addiction, not for the addict. For more info, please call Jeannie at 670-3146.

What: Wando High School's PTSO 2012 Big Bash and Benefit "New Orleans Style"

When: Friday, Feb. 24, from 7 to 10 p.m.

Where: Harborside East, 28 Bridgeside Blvd. (ground floor of Rice Motley building at Patriots Point).

Details: There will be live and silent auctions, live jazz, New Orleans style cuisine, libations and Mardi Gras merriment. Visit the Wando website at www.wandohigh.com, click on Quick Links PTSO. Big Bash information and ticket order forms can be found on this site. Come out and enjoy an evening by the Cooper River and entertainment galore. Can't attend? Become a sponsor or donate an item/gift certificate. Questions? Contact Dee Stracey at dstracey@comcast.net.

What: WLCN TV and the Christian Television Network luncheon and fashion show

When: Friday, Feb. 24, noon to 2 p.m.

Where: The Wild Dune Resort in Isle of Palms.

Details: Award winning author Beth Webb Hart will be speaking. This event will be flimed for broadcast on the Sweet Carolina TV show. If you are interested in being a model at the event call 843 518 0195. Registration starts at 11:15 a.m. The cost is $28 and includes a 3 course meal. RSVP by calling 843-518-0195

What: Set Apart the Seventh Day

When: Friday, Feb. 24, 7 p.m.

Details: Come for praise and worship in the Hebraic tradition. Please call us at 843-881-2860 for more information about the service.

What: Breathe to Feel Good - A Transformational Breathing mini-breathshop

When: Saturday, Feb. 25, 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Where: 216 Scott Street, off Coleman Boulevard near Moultrie Plaza

Details: Do you experience panic attacks, anxiety, stress? Give yourself a breather. Transformational Breathing is a practical, effective and easy-to-access technique for alleviating debilitating states. This unique presentation of conscious breathing can become a life-long tool. It's pain free and drug free. For info or registration (appreciated but not required), contact 971-1731 or Sara@LoveYourBreath.com.

What: Sunrise Presbyterian Fish Fry

When: Saturday, Feb. 25, 5 to 7 p.m.

Where: Sunrise Presbyterian Church, Breach Inlet , Sullivan's Island.

Details: Tickets are $8 and $5. For more information call, 843-883-3888.

What: East Cooper Habitat for Humanity - A Hard Hat Evening

When: Saturday, Feb. 25 at 6 p.m.

Where: The Atrium at Blackbaud (2000 Daniel Island Drive, Charleston, SC 29492)

Details: East Cooper Habitat for Humanity will celebrate its 21st anniversary with A Hard Hat Evening. The event will include a martini bar, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and a silent auction. Tickets are $75. Contact Christine Pinson at 843-881-2600 ext. 201 to reserve your tickets. RSVPs are requested by Feb. 8.

What: Drake School of Irish Dance open house

When: Sunday, Feb. 26 from noon to 3 p.m.

Where: The Drake School of Irish Dance at Catalyst Creative Arts Studios (located at 13 Amy Elsey Drive in West Ashley).

Details: Come by to learn a few steps with Rowena Ryan-Schultz, TCRG, ADCRG, and find out more about this opportunity to participate in Irish dance. No Irish heritage required. For more information call 843-478-1841 or e-mail irishstepdance@bellsouth.net. Slainte.

What: Sullivan's Island Elementary School Kindergarten and Primary Intervention/Child Development Programs Open House.

When: Thursday, March 1 at 7:45 a.m.

Where: 1120 Rifle Range Rd. Mount Pleasant

Details: For more information, contact: 883-3118

What: Garrett High School Class Reunion for 1962-1969.

When: March 2-3

Where: The Charleston Rifle Club

Details: $50 per person/$100 per couple. For further information, please e-mail Maleeta Enis at enismj@aol.com or call 884-8789.

What:Oyster Roast sponsored by Christ Our King Adult Choir.

When: Saturday, March 3, 6-9 p.m.

Where: Goldbug Island (Foot of Ben Sawyer Bridge)

Details: Includes single select oysters, chili and hot dogs. Beer is available. Adult tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door, if available. Under 12 free. Silent auction to be held. Call Joanne at 884-6874 x 222 for ticket inf and purchase.

What: The Charleston Women's Show featuring information on health, beauty, family and fun.

When: Saturday, March 3, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, March 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: Omar Shrine Temple, Mount Pleasant

Details: For more information, log on to www.charlestonwomensshow.com. For booth information, call 881-1481, ext. 22 or e-mail booths@charlesrlestonwomensshow.com.

What: Knights of Columbus third annual benefit Golf Outing for Daughters of Saint Paul

When: March 6, 11 a.m.

Where: The Daniel Island Club

Details: Registration 11 a.m., shotgun start noon. The cost is $100 per golfer, which includes golf, cart, and awards reception. Sponsorship opportunities available. For more information call Jack Urbanic 843-886-2591 or 843-860-2261. Golfers must register before the event to secure a team.

What: 88 Club of Mount Pleasant meeting

When: First and third Wednesdays

Where: Okra Grill (formerly Alex's)

Details: The 88 Club of Mount Pleasant meets at the Okra Grill (formerly Alex's) on the first and third Wednesday on each month. Each meeting has a speaker presenting interesting and timely programs. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call Phil Siegrist at 881-8768.

What: Job fair at Wando High School.

When: Thursday, March 8, during students' lunch periods.

Where: Wando High School.

Details: The job fair offers an opportunity for Wando students to meet and interview with prospective employers, while affording local businesses access to a large pool of applicants and potential employees. At last year's job fair, more than 625 students interviewed with nearly 25 local businesses. If you own a business or know of a local business that may be interested in securing a spot at Wando's Job Fair, contact Debbie Compton (mamacompton@gmail.com) or Ellen Henderson (ellenshenderson@gmail.com)by March 1. There is no registration fee.

What: Mount Pleasant Artist Guild exhibit

When: Saturday, March 10, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Where: Mount Pleasant Towne Centre.

Details: New works with "pitcher" theme on hand. The art will be judged and and people's choice awards presented during the Mount Pleasant ArtFest.

When: Sunday, March 11 from 2-5 p.m.

Where: VFW Post 3137, 1004 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

Details: Music, raffle, oysters, hot dogs, chili, and homemade goodies. Proceeds to benefit the Low Country Chapter Emergency Nurses educational fund. For advance tickets or more information, e-mail jonesj@musc.edu.

Tickets: $25 per person, $15 for children 6-13

What: Seminar in business growth and exit planning by Joel Goobich

When: Monday, March 12, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: Mount Pleasant Regional Branch Library.

Details: Are You Prepared for a Business Transition? Businesses are sold for many reasons, some planned and anticipated, others unplanned and unwanted. Those that are sold, or worse liquidated, without a sound exit plan are often undervalued and overtaxed. Don't leave your largest investment, undervalued and unprotected. Attend this free seminar and learn how you can start feeling more secure today. For more information, call 843-849-6161.

What: East Cooper Newcomers Club monthly coffee

When: Tuesday, March 13, 10 a.m. to noon.

Details: Members, guests, new residents and recent retirees are invited to attend and learn about the many club activities and local events. Please call Carolyn at 843-388-5723 or e-mail

cmrunquist@aol.com for location or more information.

What: East Cooper Newcomers Club monthly luncheon meeting.

When: Wednesday, March 21, 10 a.m.

Where: Carrabbas' Italian Grill at 2668 Hwy 17 N in Mount Pleasant

Details: The women of the East Cooper Newcomers Club invite members, guests, new residents and recent retirees to attend their monthly luncheon meeting. Steve Rhea, location scout and manager for motion pictures, telefilms, TV series and commercials, will talk on bringing movies and television to Charleston. For reservations, contact Jeanne at jdupre67@gmail.com or call 843-416-8543 by March 16.

What: Atlantic Spine Clinic lecture and demonstration

When: Saturday, March 24, 11:45 a.m.

Where: Edgar Allen Poe, Sullivan's Island branch library

Details: Atlantic Spine Clinic will present "Everyday Stretching," a lecture to discuss and demonstrate the benefits and 'how-to' of stretching at all ages. For information on the clinic, check out www.AtlanticSpineClinic.com.