There’s some very cool stuff going on this weekend. Forgive me for straight-up posting the releases, but it’s the easiest way to get you the info on a busy day when I’m trying to finish up to drive to Myrtle Beach to hurl on Led Zeppelin - The Ride.

Pangaea Day at the Daily Dose

WHO: WINEDINEWINE & Conscious Tribe presents Think Global Act Local ~ Charleston, South Carolina’s only Pangea Day Screening.
Viewing films that promote global oneness all day locally at the Daily Dose, Charleston’s best organic restaurant.

WHAT: The Pangea Day Mission & Purpose - Pangea Day is a global event bringing the world together through film.

WHY? In a world where people are often divided by borders, difference, and conflict, it’s easy to lose sight of what we all have in common. Pangea Day seeks to overcome that – to help people see themselves in others – through the power of film.

WHEN: Join us locally at The Daily Dose, at 2:00 p.m. SATURDAY for the kickoff or anytime that night for a great party! The Pangea Day Event starting at 18:00 GMT (2:00 PM East Coast USA) on May 10, 2008, locations in Cairo, Kigali, London, Los Angeles, Mumbai, and Rio de Janeiro will be linked for a live program of powerful films, live music, and visionary speakers. The entire program will be broadcast – in seven languages – to millions of people worldwide through the internet, television, and mobile phones.The 24 short films to be featured have been selected from an international competition that generated more than 2,500 submissions from over one hundred countries. The films were chosen based on their ability to inspire, transform, and allow us see the world through another person’s eyes. Details on the Pangea Day films can be viewed here.The program will also include a number of exceptional speakers and musical performers. Queen Noor of Jordan, CNN’s Christiane Amanpour, musician/activist Bob Geldof, and Iranian rock phenom Hypernova are among those taking part.

WHERE: Locally at Charleston’s exclusive location: The Daily Dose, 1622 Highland Avenue, James Island/Charleston 29412

DETAILS: What will happen after Pangea Day? Those inspired by Pangea Day will have the opportunity to participate in community-building activities around the world. Through the live program, the Pangea Day web site, and self-organized local events, everyday people will be connected with extraordinary activists and organizations.Many of the films and performances seen on Pangea Day will be made available on the Web and via mobile phone, alongside open forums for discussion and ideas for how to take social action.A Pangea Day documentary will be created to catalyze future activities, and dozens of talented filmmakers will make strides in their careers.

Go Green night with the Charleston Battery soccer team:

The Charleston Battery is hosting a GO GREEN celebration Friday night at Blackbaud Stadium as the Battery takes on the Miami FC Blues. The match is presented by MUSC and the first 2000 fans will receive a free recycled plastic water bottle. As part of the celebration there will be over 30 local green businesses and vendors on the stadium concourse with displays and information about various GREEN happenings in Charleston; the game is live on FOX Soccer Channel with post-game fireworks ($5 - $15, 971-GOAL / charlestonbattery.com).

Participating organizations include: Argand Energy, Carolina Algae Control, Charleston County Solid Waste and Recycling, Charleston Green Committee, Charleston Moves, City of Charleston Greenhouse, Coastal Conservation League, DesignWorks, Dwellsmart, Earth Comfort Company, Eccotemp, Ecolibrio, EverGreen Concepts, Fields to Families, Fisher Recycling, General Electric, Global Awakening, Green Drinks, Hilke Development, Hunley Waters, Little Black Book for Every Busy Woman, Meadors Construction, Middleton Outdoor Center, Mixson, Mount Pleasant Open Space Foundation, Natural Awakenings, OM Fuels, Possums Landscape & Pest Control Supply, Solar Hot Water Works, South Carolina Aquarium, Sustainability Institute, The Sprout & Vaughn Hayes Landscape Design.

Fans can visit with each organization before the game and at half-time; the GREEN business will be located on the South stadium concourse and under the West Stands. In addition the Battery will be donating $1 to the Sustainability Institute from every beer purchased until kick off at the Bud Light Beer Garden.

The Battery has arranged for a free biodiesel bus pick-up and drop off between North Charleston and Blackbaud Stadium on Friday evening. The bus will leave from Madra Rua Irish Pub in North Charleston starting at 5:45 PM. Immediately following the match there will be a fireworks display from the solar panel end of the stadium.

The Charleston Battery is committed to reducing its carbon footprint as and has implemented a wide range of energy-saving and environmental initiatives at Blackbaud Stadium. One of the more visible additions was the installation of 60 solar panels behind the goal at the north end of the stadium. There are 6 poles, each mounted with 10 solar panels generating 11kW of power through photovoltaic, the conversion of sunlight into electricity. The system is expected to offset approximately 12 tons of carbon dioxide per year.

Other key changes include an implemented energy reduction plan designed by the Sustainability Institute, a new Geothermal HVAC system for the stadium offices, 100% concessions recycling, and the elimination of bottled water from the stadium concessions (the Battery is now offering free filtered tap water). Fans will be able to sign up to receive an emailed PDF document outlining all the Charleston Battery’s GREEN changes at the game on Friday night.

Gates open at 6:30 PM with kick off set for 8:00 PM; a limited number of tickets for Friday’s game vs Miami are still available from $5 - $15; to purchase tickets please call (843) 971-GOAL or visit www.charlestonbattery.com.

World Fair Trade Day at Global Awakenings, 499 King Street

WORLD FAIR TRADE DAY SATURDAY, MAY 10TH 2008, 12 - 5 p.m.
World Fair Trade Day is an international celebration of Fair Trade internationally, with events organized worldwide. On and around the second Saturday of May every year, IFAT member organizations based in 70 countries, along with Fair Trade shops and networks, host events including Fair Trade breakfasts, talks, music concerts, fashion shows and much more, to promote Fair Trade and campaign for justice in trade. Fair Trade products from marginalized communities in the majority world, including coffee and tea, clothes, jewelry and beautiful handicrafts will be showcased on this day. Many events continue throughout the month of May.

From store owner Maren Anderson: Stop by for fair trade coffee, african drumming, capoeria, tshirts, and tables of information.
We are blocking the parking spaces in front of the shop so it will be indoor/outdoor!!

Sponsors
*Charleston’s most unique
*Green Drinks of Charleston *Whole Foods
**Dirty birds Drumming (ACADEMIC MAGNET) Perform at 1 p.m.

**NORMANDY FARMS & Muddy Waters Cafe

And of course, it’s LEAF festival up in Black Mountain!! This’ll be the first one I’m missing in two years, so those in the know, spread some love for me.