Junior Service League of Summerville

Guests of all ages are invited out to our annual, Scarecrows on the Square! Stop by any time October 22nd until November 5th, 2023 to check out the creativity on display around Hutchinson Square in the heart of Summerville.

Scarecrows are created by Businesses, Civic Groups, Individuals and Schools. Remember to vote for your favorite Scarecrow! Votes are $0.25 each and will be collected at Guerin’s Pharmacy, Simple Treasures, Cuppa Manna Cafe, and Wine & Tapas Bar. Voting opens October 14th.

Proceeds support JSL of Summerville’s School Supply Fund for Dorchester School Districts 2 and 4. If your school or group is interested in displaying a scarecrow, email scarecrows@jslsummerville.com

The Junior Service League of Summerville is proud to present the 2023 Ghostwalk!

The ghouls are back for 2023! The Junior Service League of Summerville’s annual Ghostwalk event will take place on Saturday, October 28th from 6pm-9pm.

All are invited to dress up in their best costumes and meet in Town Square for an evening of fall family fun! Ghostwalk features 2 guided tour options – G, PG, & a Haunted House sponsored by The Winchester Spa and Salon, to ensure a spooky time for guests of all ages.

In addition to the walking tours, the event will feature entertainment, games, hayrides, and food trucks.

Advance tickets are $5 and $8 the day-of-the-event. All tickets include access to all games, activities, and 1 guided Ghostwalk tour. Hayride tickets are sold separately for $4 in advance and $5 the day-of-the-event. If a Ghostwalk tour or Haunted House isn’t for you, we will have Games Only tickets available for $3. The event is FREE for children 3 and under.

Proceeds go towards Dorchester District 2 & 4 schools. For questions or vendor information contact: Ghostwalk@jslsummerville.com

Grab your Christmas pajamas and join the Junior Service League of Summerville as we host Jolly Old Saint Nicholas for our 5th annual PJs With Santa!

The fun takes place in Hutchinson Square on December 9th, 2023 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Children will have the opportunity to whisper their wishes to Santa while parents capture the moment with their cameras.

Tickets include a visit with Santa and a viewing of the Polar Express! A highly encouraged donation of $5 per person is requested to help support the JSL School Supply Fund for DD2 & DD4. Everyone attending must have a ticket.

Tickets will sell out fast due to COVID and we have a max capacity of 200 people so get your tickets early! BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE TODAY!!

Prepackaged baked sale goods and a hot cocoa bar will be available for purchase. Questions regarding PJs may be sent to pjs@jslsummerville.com

As we celebrate our 35th year, The Junior Service League of Summerville is pleased to announce our new signature fundraising event, The Derby Party. This annual event is planned for Saturday, May 4th, 2024 in the Gardens of Historic Linwood Inn.

This beautiful Victorian Estate tucked away in Downtown Summerville will be the perfect backdrop for this year’s Derby Party, which will feature live viewing of the Kentucky Derby, Music and Entertainment, beer, wine, and signature mint juleps, champagne raffle, silent and live auctions and Derby inspired cuisine. As is tradition, JSL Summerville will continue the presentation of the John Tupper Award in recognition of outstanding community service and involvement.

The proceeds from this highly anticipated event will go to support and fund grants for our partner civic organizations. In 2024, those partners include: Beyond Basic, Boon Project, Clap Your Hands, Dorchester Children’s Advocacy Center, Dorchester County Community Outreach, Dorchester Habitat for Humanity, Dorchester PAWS, Flowertown Players, Katie’s Krops, Meals on Wheels of Summerville, Public Works Art Center, Summerville Miracle League, Pinewood Preparatory School, Summerville YMCA, and The Ark of SC.

If you are interested in being a Sponsor or donating an auction please click below.

Derby 2023 Sponsor Packet

Derby 2023 Auction Form

Questions regarding JSL Derby may be sent to derby@jslsummerville.com

Thank you to the 2024 Derby Party Sponsors!

TRIPLE CROWN TITLE
Hollifield Financial

ROSE BLANKET

Innovative Resource Management

Lutes Property Services

BLUE RIBBON

The Darling Oyster Bar
Lowcountry Women’s Specialists
Charpia Law Firm
Jackson Pediatric Dentistry
Sarah Baldoni Aesthetic Medicine
Browder Law Firm
Sweetwater 123 & Palmetto Flats
Gilbert + Lee Construction
Gulfstream Construction