Music Under the Oaks

Two or three times a year, the College of Charleston puts on Music Under the Oaks on a Sunday afternoon. You can bring a blanket and some wine and cheese and chill out under the gorgeous oak trees by the Cistern while soaking up the college orchestra and jazz ensemble. This is the kind of event that reminds you why you love living here. South-of-Broads in their linen and seersucker mingle with hippie college kids blowing self-righteous bubbles and snoozing in the grass.  It's very casual, but everyone is attentive and respectful, just happy for the chance to hear some great live music for free. The conductor usually explains a little bit about the chosen composer's story and the history behind the pieces. Technically, you're not supposed to bring outside food, but everyone does anyway. Kudos to the college for organizing such a great, free community-building afternoon.