Plant With a Purpose Festival
Feed the World. Heal the World. Be the World.
Tuesday, April 22
Ashley Hall is proud to present our Plant With a Purpose Festival on the perfect day of the year—Earth Day! This outdoor event will feature an amazing lineup of environmentally based businesses (many of which are female-owned!) in a farmer’s market setup. (Please see the list below to view our partner list and learn more about their business.) Students and guests are invited to visit each booth for a hands-on education experience and the opportunity to shop for unique eco-friendly items. One of Charleston’s popular food trucks will also be on site Bangin’ Vegan Eats!
EARLY SCHOOL | April 22 is a half-day for Early School Students. Students will be served lunch as normal and must be picked up from classrooms from 11:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. There is no Extended Day or Carpool for Early School. Please join us for activities, games, and Plant With A Purpose festivities, which will continue
until 2:30 p.m.
LOWER SCHOOL | Guests are invited to join their child at Plant With a Purpose between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Students may leave with their guests after the Festival or return to class. Carpool and Extended Day will be available.
MIDDLE SCHOOL | Guests are invited to join their child for lunch, followed by a visit to the Festival. For grades 5 and 6, lunch begins at 12 p.m.; for grades 7 and 8, it begins at 12:30 p.m. Students may leave with their guests or return to class. Carpool will be held, and Extended Day is available. RSVP here if you plan to join your child for lunch. Thank you.
Plant With a Purpose Partner List | Thank you to all!
(Click on the business to learn more. This list is subject to change.)
APRIL 16 | 6 – 7:00 P.M.
Unfortunately, this event has been canceled.
Ashley Hall is pleased to welcome author John Copenhaver to campus for a lively public discussion.
Join us for a special evening with Dr. Weston!
OCTOBER 17 | 6 – 7:30 P.M.
Davies Auditorium
Social gathering following remarks
All Ashley Hall parents are invited to this event hosted by Head of School Anne T. Weston, PhD ’73. Dr. Weston will share remarks on the importance of community at Ashley Hall and beyond. This special evening is the perfect opportunity to get to know fellow Ashley Hall families and spend time on our beautiful campus. This is an adult-only event.
Parking is available in the Smith Street parking lot.
Registration for this event has now closed.
An Evening with Writer and Historian Harlan Greene
SEPTEMBER 25 | 6 – 7:00 P.M.
BOOK SIGNING TO FOLLOW
This event is free and open to the public. Please register by using the button below.
Ashley Hall is pleased to welcome to acclaimed author and historian Harlan Greene to campus. He will share insight into his recent book The Real Rainbow Row.
October 11
For Early & Lower School Families
Early & Lower School grandparents and special friends are invited to campus to share an Ashley Hall experience.
Grandfriends’ Day Schedule
Early School (pre-primary through pre-K) 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Lower School (grades K-4) 8:30-11:30 a.m.
We look forward to having our Grandfriends on campus. The campus entrance is located at 133 Smith Street. Please be mindful of limited parking around Ashley Hall’s campus. We encourage guests to be dropped off, ride-sharing like Uber or Lyft, or use a local parking garage and walk to campus. Ashley Hall can not guarantee parking will be available anytime during the morning. Please do not park in any Ashley Hall faculty and staff parking lots, and do not block the driveway of local homes. Thank you for your cooperation.
Registration is now closed for this event.
Join Ashley Hall for
An Evening with Writer Brie Arthur
April 17 | 5 – 6 p.m. followed by a reception
This event is now closed.
In celebration of the School’s inaugural Plant With a Purpose Festival, Ashley Hall is pleased to host writer, Brie Arthur to campus for a special presentation, “Foodscape Fusion: Pioneering a New Gardening Era.” Gardening visionary, Brie Arthur reveals a world where plants are not just beautiful, but also functional problem solvers. In this captivating program, she will show you how everyone has the power to make a positive impact through thoughtful planting. Drawing from the wisdom within her books, she will guide you through the art of ingenious plant combinations that merge native species with creativity. Brace yourself for a symphony of colors, flavors, and textures that will revolutionize the way you see gardening. Get ready to plant the seeds of change in your garden and beyond. This program isn’t just about gardening—it’s about contributing to a brighter, more sustainable future. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a budding enthusiast, you’ll walk away with fresh insights and practical advice that transcend skill levels.
Parking is available in Ashley Hall’s Smith Street parking lot which is accessible via Warren Street.