“Operation Watchtower: The Battle for Guadalcanal” presentation with Dr. Fitz Hamer from the SC Confederate Relic Room & Military Museum at the Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage in Ridgeland, 6 p.m. Fought between 7 August 1942 and 9 February 1943, the Guadacanal Campaign was the first major Allied offensive launched against Japan after the attack on Pearl Harbor. Pre-registration required. (843) 284-9227 or morrisheritagecenter.org.