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Ongoing Events:
Thursdays
Square Dancing
Grand Strand Strutters.
7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mainstream and Plus Level Square Dance, with occasional Rounds, friendly club atmosphere. (Class for new dancers from 6 to 7 p.m.) Grand Strand Senior Center. 1268 21st Ave N., Myrtle Beach, S.C.
843-497-0470
1st Tuesday
Myrtle Beach Stamp Club
7 p.m., Grand Strand Senior Center, 1268 21st Ave. North, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
843-337-0087.
Tuesdays
Canal St. Recreation Center
Senior Bingo
10 a.m.-12 p.m.; 12 p.m.- 2 p.m. Bring a small gift to share. Free.
843-918-1485
Tuesdays
Joan Burton
39th Ave. Sushi Bar and Grille
7 to 11 p.m. Acoustic Guitar/Vocals performing variety of music. 3809 Hwy. 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, SC
843-427-7080
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Canal St. Recreation Center
Special Needs Workout
Tues. & Thurs. 11 a.m.- 12 p.m., Unique workout program for individuals with special needs. $5 city resident/$8 non-city.
843-918-1485
2nd Thursdays
The Grand Strand Shell Club
Second Thursday of the month (except Jul., Aug. and Dec.) at 7 p.m. in the Meeting Place at Inlet Square Mall next to JC Penney.
843-232-1722.
Fridays
Joan Burton
Dino’s Italian & Greek Cuisine
6 to 9 p.m. Acoustic Guitar/Vocals performing variety of music. Barefoot Landing, 4926 Hwy. 17, North Myrtle Beach, SC
843-272-2075
VFW 10804
Dinner & Live Music
Dinner, 6 p.m. Seating limited, $8; music only, 7 p.m. $3. Hwy. 57, Little River, S.C. Reservations. by Thurs.
843-399-0877
Mondays thru Saturdays
Rice Museum
Georgetown of the Late 19th & 20th Century
Exhibit chronicles Georgetown’s transition from rice production to lumber, livestock & shipping. Georgetown, S.C. Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
843-546-7423
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Canal St. Recreation Center
Special Needs Workout
Tues. & Thurs. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Unique workout program for individuals with special needs. $5 city resident/$8 non-city.
843-918-1485
Thru Summer 2012
House of Blues FREE Summer Soundfest Series
House of Blues Myrtle Beach
7 nights a week starting June 1st. Live music every night, Yappy Hour on Sundays and its all on THE DECK. Contests, Prizes and Happy Hour every day from 4 – 7 p.m.
4640 Hwy. 17 S. North Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.houseoflbues.com/venues/clubvenues/myrtlebeach/
843-272-3000
Thru Sept. 3
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
S.C. State Museum
Observing the anniversary of the tragedy which continues to resonate through Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition. More than 125 fascinating artifacts recovered and conserved from Titanic’s debris field will be showcased, offering museum guests a poignant look at this iconic Ship and its passengers.
Hours: Tues.-Sat. 10 a. – 5 p.m. (Open Mondays Memorial Day through Labor Day 10 a. – 5 p.m.); Sunday 1 – 5 p.m. Admission: Adults $7, Seniors 62 and up $6, Military $6, Children 3-12 $5, Children under 3 are admitted free. For information on group rates and tours, call 803-898-4999
301 Gervais Street, Columbia, S.C.
www.southcarolinastatemuseum.org
803-898-4921
Thru September 16
Bodies Revealed Returns To Myrtle Beach’s Broadway At The Beach
Bodies Revealed
Bodies Revealed takes visitors through galleries providing an up-close look inside the skeletal, muscular, reproductive, respiratory, circulatory and other systems of the human body.
1325 Celebrity Circle Unit 323, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.bodiesmyrtlebeach.com
843-626-4489
Thru September 28
Aloha Y’all
The Grand Theatre
7 – 9 p.m. Join us every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday for pure Polynesian excitement, on-stage. Authentic Hawaiian musicians, dancers, and fire-throwers will interact with and delight audiences of all ages.
301 Hwy 17 S, Surfside Beach, S.C.
www.thegrandtheatre.us
843-808-9188
Thru September 29
Women’s Nine N’Wine Casual Golf Weekly Events
plzGIMME
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tues-Thurs. Gals Casual Golf with wine tasting around the course. No Scores, No Rules, under $20. Don’t have to be a golfer, just get out and socialize. Go to website for locations on Grand Strand. See website for weekly locations.
843-957-6606
www.plzGIMME.com
Thru September 30
Pop Art Canned Soup Drive
Burroughs and Chapin Art Museum
Bring can of soup to the Art Museum or Bi-Lo at 38th Ave North in Myrtle Beach to benefit area food banks for Horry and Georgetown Counties.
3100 South Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
843-238-2510
Thru December 15
The Marvelous Wonderettes
The Grand Theatre
7 – 9 p.m. The Marvelous Wonderettes takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where we meet the Wonderettes, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts and voices to match! Locally produced & a fan favorite!
301 Hwy. 17 Business South, Surfside Beach, S.C.
www.thegrandtheatre.us
843-808-9188
Thru December 22
Glass Blowing Classes
Conway Glass
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Learn how to blow glass! Make Your Own Ornament, Make a Paperweight, Make a Glass Flower, Glass Blowing 101 & 102 and more. Classes available for all ages 5years and up.
209 Laurel Street, Conway, S.C.
www.conwayglass.com/classes
843-248-3558
Current Events:
September
September 1 – 3
Myrtle Beach Pelicans Baseball Game
Myrtle Beach Pelicans
7:00 p.m. vs. Lynchburg Hillcats. Single “A“ advanced affiliate of the Texas Rangers. Sept. 1: Kids Club Night – Free admission and a 10% discount in the pro shop to all children enrolled in Splash’s Kids Club, presented by Wendy’s, Bark in the Park – Bring your best four-legged friend and enjoy the game for another great bark in the park night. Sept. 2: Youth Jersey Night – Replica youth jersey giveaway to the first 1,000 fans 12 and under, Presented by WPDE; Family Sunday – Pre-game catch on the field for all fans who wish to take part; Fireworks – Post-game fireworks, featuring the best fireworks show on the Grand Strand. Sept. 3: Kids Eat Free – All children with a ticket will receive a free hot dog, small soda and a bag of chips; Fireworks – Post-game fireworks season finale!
1251 21st Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.info@myrtlebeachpelicans.com
877-918-8500
Photographer Jack Thompson captured the iconic images and a time - and landmarks - gone by but not forgotten.
Photographer Jack Thompson captured the iconic images and a time - and landmarks - gone by but not forgotten.
September 1 – October 3
September 1
Blues, Brews & BBQ
House Of Blues
5 – 10 p.m. Celebrate Labor Day weekend with Blues, Brews & BBQ on The Deck. The event will feature an assortment of local BBQ items and craft beers like $3 bottles and $4 drafts. Food samples including pulled pork, rib fingers, smoked brisket and more available for purchase with tickets ranging from $1-$4. There will be live entertainment from Tim Allens Bluestime from 5 – 8 p.m. and Hip Kitty at 8 p.m.
4640 Hwy 17 South, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Barefoot Landing)
www.houseofblues.com/venues/clubvenues/myrtlebeach/
843-272-3000
September 1
Labor Day Weekend Fireworks at Barefoot Landing
Barefoot Landing
10 – 10:30 p.m. Watch the finale of the Fireworks displays for the season. Spend the day shopping and eating at our many fine shops and restaurants. Then end the evening with the magic of fireworks like only Barefoot Landing can do on Saturday, Sept. 1 at 10:15 p.m.
4898 Highway 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.barefootlanding.com
843-272-8349
September 2
End of Summer Celebration
Town of Surfside Beach
9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Held in the Pier parking lot
13 North Ocean Boulevard, Surfside Beach, S.C.
www.surfsidebeach.org
843-650-9548
September 2
Wienermobile Comes to Myrtle Beach!
Oscar Mayer
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come and see the Wienermobile we will be at your local Wal-Mart, we will be taking Digital postcards, giving out coupons and even giving our famous Wiener Wistles!! Ketchup with us
WalMart 10820 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.oscarmayer.com
608-347-1934
September 2
Russ Taff in Concert
The Grand Theatre
6 – 8:30 p.m. Join us for an intimate evening with Christian vocalist Russ Taff. Formerly of The Imperials and Gaither Vocal Band, Taff’s music has won him not only a wide audience and critical acclaim, but a total of five Grammy awards and nine GMA Dove awards.
301 Hwy. 17 Business South, Surfside Beach, S.C.
www.thegrandtheatre.us
843-808-9188
September 6
September 7 – 9
Abba Returns – Tribute Concert
Brookgreen Gardens
7:30 – 9 p.m. Brookgreen Gardens, in partnership with Flat Rock Playhouse, the State Theatre of North Carolina, will present a tribute to the music of ABBA in the Arboretum. Please buy your tickets ($30) now, space for these exceptional concerts is limited.
1931 Brookgreen Drive (Hwy. 17 South between Murrells Inlet and North Litchfield, S.C.)
www.brookgreen.org
800-849-1931
September 8
24th Annual S.C.’s Largest Garage Sale
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
7 a.m. – 2 p.m. Come prepared to bargain-hunt in the 100,000 sq. ft. Exhibit Hall. Admission is free, while parking at the Convention Center is $3 per car, per day. Vendor spaces remain for South Carolina’s Largest Garage Sale, but they are going quickly. Registration is underway, with all spaces $50 each. Registration ends August 31 or earlier, if spaces sell out before that date.
21st Avenue North and Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
For details, including on-line registration, visit:
www.cityofmyrtlebeach.com/garagesale.html
843-918-1000
September 8
Lulu’s Handmade Market
Lulu’s Cafe
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The strand’s only open air market featuring all local handmade arts, crafts and vintage wares. Pet friendly, live music and free kid’s art area.
1903 N. Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
843-315-5783
September 8
“Operation Backpack“ Pageant Workshop and Trunk Show for Little Girls
The Foxy Lady Boutique
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Join us at our Pageant Workshop with designer fashions fit for your little princess. Designers and Photographer on hand. Foxy Lady will donate a filled backpack for children in need for each gown sold.
5001 N. Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Rainbow Harbor Shopping Center)
www.shopfoxylady.com
631-692-7022
September 10
Horry County Needs Child Advocates
Horry County Guardian ad Litem
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Your voice can make a powerful difference in a child’s future! Sign up today for our upcoming training class to learn how your interest in children’s issues can positively impact a child’s life.
1320 Highway 501, Unit H, Conway, S.C.
www.horry.scgal.org
843-347-9750
September 11
What’s Your Herb IQ?
The Low Country Herb Society
10 .m. First meeting of 2012-2013. This year we will be incorporating information on a specific herb each month to increase your herb IQ. Membership in The Low Country Herb Society is open to all throughout the Grand Strand area who have an interest in the cultivation and uses of herbs. No experience necessary! A “Meet and Greet” social time, to welcome new and returning members, is held prior to the meeting with refreshments provided by LCHS members. In addition, the society maintains an herb garden at the Rice Museum in Georgetown. Annual dues are $20 and includes a quarterly newsletter with articles on herbs, LCHS upcoming events and committee information and recipes. To join, come to the meeting on September 11th and/or send your check to The Low Country Herb Society, P.O. Box 174, Pawleys Island, S.C. 29585.
From Hwy. 17, turn onto Willbrook Blvd, then make a right turn just past the Coastal Carolina University building and continue around to the church parking lot.
Email: lchsnews@earthlink.net
September 14 – 16
2012 Home Improvement & Outdoor Living Show
Horry Georgetown Home Builders Association
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Fri & Sat 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. More than 200 Exhibitors will showcase products & services with over 20 different workshops & demonstrations for remodeling, decorating & outdoor living ideas.
Myrtle Beach Convention Center, 2101 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach, S.C. (At 21st Ave. N. & Oak Street)
www.myrtlebeachhomebuilders.org
843-438-4124
September 15
Beach Sweep
Myrtle Beach State Park
9 – 11:30 a.m. Many people love to enjoy the beach. Unfortunately, people often mean pollution. Become a part of the solution and join volunteers around the world in this annual event as we band together to “sweep“ our beaches clean. Free park admission.
4401 S. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.myrtlebeachsp.com
843-238-0874
September 15
Donor Appreciation Day at Conway Goodwill
Goodwill Industries of Lower South Carolina
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. FREE games, face painting, hot dogs & inflatables! Donate 2 bags of gently used goods & get a Free Chick-fil-A coupon. We accept household items, furniture, electronics & clothing! Donations are tax deductible & put people to work!
2913 Church St., Conway, S.C.
www.PalmettoGoodwill.org
843-414-9742
September 15
Fall Fling Community Concert & Dance Extraordinaire!
Avatar Meher Baba’s Circle of Friends
6 – 10 p.m. Celebrate Fall! Briarcliffe Saints and Avatar Blue play rousing vintage jazz & blues! Special guest voclaist Ermitt “Mr. Blues“ Williams. Admission $15. Alcohol-free event. Non-alcoholic drinks provided. No food provided but you may bring food.
Myrtle Beach Train Depot, 851 Broadway St., Myrtle Beach, S.C.
843-272-4511
September 15
Grand Strand Beach Social Dancers
Grand Strand Senior Center
7 to 10 p.m. The first dance of the Social Dance season will be held on Saturday, September 15th. The theme of the dance is “Fiesta Mexicana” with music provided by Ed Brown. Beverages are provided and tables of 8 may be reserved. There is music for everyone’s taste and all ages are welcome to join us for a fun evening. Tickets are $7 each and available at the Senior Center or by calling Barbara at 903-3765.
1268 21st Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
843-903-3765
September 16
S.C. Sea Grant Beach Sweep
Town of Surfside Beach
9 – 11 a.m. Held on the beach at the Pier. Community effort for those who wish to volunteer their time to clean trash off of our beautiful beach.
13 North Ocean Boulevard, Surfside Beach, S.C.
www.surfsidebeach.org
843-650-9548
September 19
SASA Golf Tournament-River Oak Golf Plantation
South Atlantic Shrine Association
9 a.m. Shot Gun Start. This Captian’s Choice golf tournament is open to the public. $50 per person. Lunch and beverages provided on the course. There will be many prizes, including a chance to win a new car.
831 River Oaks Dr., Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.southatlanticsa.org
864-483-2576
September 19
Thiebaud & Tea
Burroughs and Chapin Art Museum
3:30 – 5 p.m. Enjoy Coccadott cupcakes and savory teas as CCU art historian Arne Flaten speaks on the history of food in western art. Reservations Required, $7/person
3100 South Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
843-238-2510
September 20
Square Dance Open House
Grand Strand Strutters
6 – 7 p.m. Come on down and learn how to square dance! Free. Refreshments served. At the Senior Center Hall.
1268 21st Ave. N., Myrtle Beach, S.C.
For additional information, contact The Hindels 843-497-0470 or The McCormicks 843-651-6110.
September 22
SASA Step-off: Grand Shriners’ Parade
South Atlantic Shrine Association
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Featuring 18 Shrine Centers showing off parade unites.
12th Ave. South to 29th Ave. South Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.southatlanticsa.org
864-483-2576
September 22
Skyhoundz Disc Contest
Town of Surfside Beach
10 a.m. Held at the Huckabee Complex off of Glenns Bay Road.
499 Spanish Oak Dr., Surfside Beach, S.C. (Just east of South Bay Lakes apartment complex entrance)
www.surfsidebeach.org
843-650-9548
September 22
Rhythm on the River – Pops at Riverfront Park
The Long Bay Symphony
6 p.m. Benefit for Conway Chamber of Commerce
Riverfront Park, Conway, S.C.
www.longbaysymphony.com
843-448-8379
September 27 – 30
21st Annual Myrtle Beach Greek Festival
St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church
Sept. 27 – 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Sept. 28 & 29 – 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Sept. 30 – 12 – 7 p.m.. Annual event featuring traditional Greek food, music, dancing, raffles and a variety of vendors and children’s activities
3301 33rd Avenue Extension North, Myrtle Beach, S.C. (West side Hwy. 17 Bypass)
www.stjohn-mb.org
843-448-3773
September 28 – 30
Conway Glass Exhibit – Space #R25 in the Castle
Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival
Friday 12 – 6 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The 2012 Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival features more than 100 fine artisans. The festival provides aesthetic beauty against a background of natural beauty. Enjoy fine art, quality crafts, Lowcountry food, and the area’s finest musicians. Come see our new collection of blown glass pumpkins, bowls and vessels!
Please, no dogs or other pets at the festival. Stroller and wheelchair access can be difficult due to uneven surfaces, stairs, crowds and narrow hallways.
Huntington Beach State Park, Hwy. 17 South, Murrells Inlet, S.C. (Between Murrells Inlet and North Litchfield Beach)
www.atalayafestival.com
803-734-0450 or Huntington Beach State Park 843-237-4440
September 29
Education Extravaganza 2012
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. NC/SC teachers are invited for a day of fun, feasting & area exhibitors. Prizes, refreshments, show & more! RSVP Required.
2904 Fantasy Way, Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Off Hwy. 501 West of Intracoastal Waterway)
www.facebook.com/pages/Medieval-Time-Myrtle-Beach-SC/159532127405203?ref=hl
843-236-4635
September 30 thru October 14
Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art
Pawelys Island
PIFMA is a 2 week event highlighting the best in performing and visual arts. Headliners this year include Steve Tyrell, Mac Arnold, Fireworks, Deborah Silver and the Legends of Motown featuring Horizon.
The Reserve Golf Club of Pawleys Island,18 Reserve Dr., Pawleys Island, S.C.
www.pawleysmusic.com
843-626-8911
September 30
The World of the Dance
The Long Bay Symphony
4 p.m. Featuring Stravinsky’s ballet, The Firebird, folk-inspired works by Brahms, Mendelssohn, Khachaturian and Dvorak (with alumni from the renowned Tamburitzans Eastern European folk dance ensemble), classic waltzes with ballroom dancers, and much more!
Myrtle Beach High School Music and Arts Center, 3302 Robert M Grissom Parkway, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.longbaysymphony.com
843-448-8379
September 30
Solid Silver Salute Post-Concert Celebration
The Long Bay Symphony
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Join us in saluting 25 years of musical excellence at a reception following The World of the Dance concert. Heavy hors d’oeuvres, dessert, coffee and a glass of wine. Cash bar available. $45/person or $80/couple.
Pine Lakes Country Club, 5603 Granddaddy Drive, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.longbaysymphony.com
843-448-8379
October
October 6 & 7
40th Annual Art in the Park
Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Judged art show with artists selling their art in their own tents. Treed park two blocks from the ocean.
1600 N. Kings Hwy. at 16th Ave. N., Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Chapin Park)
www.artsyparksy.com
843-446-7471
October 6
Surfside Beach Annual Family Festival
Town of Surfside Beach
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Annual Family Festival is held on Surfside Drive.
Surfside Drive, Surfside Beach, S.C. (Off Hwy. 17 Business in Surfside)
www.surfsidebeach.org
843-650-9548
October 6
Conway Fall Festival
City of Conway (Parks, Recreation & Tourism)
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Join us for a great day at this 3rd Annual event. The Conway Fall Festival featuring, arts, crafts, Kids Zone, Car Show, Food, Fun and music featuring Carolina Breakers and Fantastic Shakers.
Downtown Conway, S.C.
www.ConwayFallFestival.com
843-248-1740
October 6
“Paws Across the Water“ Duck Derby
Barefoot Landing
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. “Paws Across the Water” Duck Derby benefits the Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach. Music, food, games and activities for both the kids and adults. Adopt your duck for a chance to win big prizes at www.humanesocietynmb.org.
4898 Highway 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.barefootlanding.com
843-272-8349
October 6
2012 Oktoberfest Downtown Myrtle Beach
Oceanfront Merchants Association
12 p.m. – 12 a.m. Authentic German Food, Beer & Wine, an Alcohol-Free Kids Zone with Inflatables and Street Performers, A Bratwurst Eating Contest, and FREE LIVE MUSIC Playing ALL day!!!
Ocean Boulevard Between 8th Ave N -10th Ave N., Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.myrtlebeachoktoberfest.com/
843-655-8482
October 6
2nd Annual Theresa Roach & Diana Thurman Cancer Fundraiser Car Show
CASPR, Shadow Riders
12 – 3 p.m. The second annual car show to raise money and awareness of cancer research
3901 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.facebook.com/events/228975960549426/
919-257-1244
October 8
Teddy Bear Clinic
Children’s Museum of SC
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Bring your teddy bear to the CMSC clinic for a check-up! Miller Motte will be here to help make sure your teddy bear is healthy!
2501 North Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Beside Home Depot on Oak Street)
www.cmsckids.org
843-946-9469
October 9
Fall and Winter Herbs and Composting
The Low Country Herb Society
10 a.m. Meeting at St. Paul’s Waccamaw United Methodist Church in Litchfield. Speaker will be Sue Mcklary, from Inlet Culinary Garden, presenting a program on the variety available of Fall and Winter herbs and methods for composting.
Membership in The Low Country Herb Society is open to all throughout the area who have an interest in the cultivation and uses of herbs. No experience necessary! LCHS meets from September through May, but not all meetings are at St. Paul’s Church. Annual dues are $20 and includes a quarterly newsletter. To join, come to the October 9th meeting and/or send your dues check to The Low Country Herb Society, PO Box 174, Pawleys Island, SC 29585.
St. Paul’s Waccamaw United Methodist Church, 180 Saint Paul’s Place (Hwy. 17 beside Hampton Inn), Litchfield Beach, S.C.
www.lcherbsociety.info
843-333-3136
October 9
29th Annual Taste of the Town
St. Andrew Catholic School
4 – 10 p.m. Grand Strand’s largest culinary and social event of the year, and Myrtle Beach’s premier fall food festival. Taste of the Town will include over 50 area restaurants offering Tapas-Style tastings from their menus.
Myrtle Beach Convention Center, 21st. Ave. N. & Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.TOTMB.com
843-448-6062
October 10
Awards Ceremony – Seacoast Artist Guild’s 9th Annual Fall Art Show & Sale
Seacoast Artist Guild of South Carolina
6 – 8 p.m. The Public is invited to join the Seacoast Artist Guild for their Awards Ceremony adjacent to the Center Court at Inlet Square Mall. Join us in this celebration. Come meet and mingle with your local artists!
Inlet Square Mall, 10125 Hwy. 17 Bypass, Murrells Inlet, S.C.
www.seacoastartistguild.com
843-650-4054
October 10 – 13
Seacoast Artist Guild’s 9th Annual Fall Art Show & Sale
Seacoast Artist Guild of South Carolina
10 a.m. – 9 p.m Monday thru Saturday; 12 – 6 p.m. Sunday. This Season, Fall in Love with the Creativity of your LOCAL artists. Seacoast Artist Guild will donate $25 to our Training & Scholarship Fund for every $100 spent to purchase a work of art.
Inlet Square Mall, 10125 Hwy. 17 Bypass, Murrells Inlet, S.C.
www.seacoastartistguild.com
843-650-4054
October 12 & 13
4th Annual Fall Festival
The Low Country Herb Society
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Members of the Low Country Herb Society and the Inlet Culinary Garden staff will be on hand to answer questions about fall planting and herb gardening. Inlet Culinary will be well stocked with herbs and flowering plants, vegetables, many heirloom varieties and pumpkins, squash and gourds for fall planting. A selection of food samplings showcasing the available herbs and vegetables will be offered as well as recipes and information on using and preserving herbs for culinary uses. A portion of the proceeds from the event benefits the Low Country Herb Society’s scholarship fund. You can also like us on Facebook at Low Country Herb Society.
Inlet Culinary Garden, 5071 Hwy. 17 Bypass, Murrells Inlet, S.C.
www.lcherbsociety.info
843-333-3136
October 13 & 14
Little River ShrimpFest
Little River Chamber of Commerce
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Arts/crafts, children’s area, car show, shrimp & seafood specialties, festival fare, live entertainment! New this year: Shrimp & Grits Cook-Off!
Historic Little River Waterfront, Hwy. 17, Little River, S.C.
www.littleriverchamber.org
843-249-6604
October 13 & 14
Harvest Home Weekend Festival
Brookgreen Gardens
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Brookgreen’s annual fall festival, Harvest Home, is a weekend filled with outdoor activities the whole family will enjoy. We’ll have scarecrow building, pumpkin painting, hayrides, live entertainment, plus some exciting new events.
1931 Brookgreen Drive, Murrells Inlet, S.C. (Hwy. 17 South between Murrells Inlet and North Litchfield, S.C.)
www.brookgreen.org
800-849-1931
October 13 & 14
3rd Annual Model Railroad Show & Sale
Grand Strand Model Railroaders
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Model Train Show & Sale with Operation Lifesaver Safety, Operating Layouts in O, HO & N Scale. Vendors. Clinics, Door Prizes, Kids Train Simulator. Food & Beverges on site. Admission Adults $5.00; Children 6-12 $3.00; 12 & Under FREE; Tickets are good for BOTH days.
After the show visit our new location at Myrtle Beach Mall, 10177 North Kings Hwy., North Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Near intersection of Hwy. 17 & Hwy. 22, just down from Bass Pro Shop; Mondays 4 – 7 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.).
5837 S. Kings Hwy. Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Lakewood Conference Center, next to Lakewood Family Campground)
843-293-4386/843-447-7383/843-297-7162
www.isfans.com/gsmrrc/
October 13 & 14
Italian Festival – Broadway at the Beach
Sons Of Italy, Lodge 2662
11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Huge annual Italian festival. Continuous live entertainment both days, Italian food vendors, Italian souvenirs, arts and crafts booths, free face painting, and more. 20th YEAR!
Italian Festival – Broadway at the Beach, Between 21st & 29th Ave. North on Hwy. 17 Bypass, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.SonsOfItalyMB.com
843-902-7469
October 13
3rd Annual “Pink Your Flamingo“ Flock Walk
Barefoot Landing
8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. “Pink Your Flamingo Flock Walk and Auction”. Registration at 8:30 at Flying Fish. Walk at 10:00 a.m. Auction of Flamingos to follow reception at Flying Fish. Registration includes t-shirt, food. Proceeds benefit the ACS Breast Cancer Awareness.
4898 Highway 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.barefootlanding.com
843-272-8349
October 13
“Cruise to the Coast“ Classic Car Show
Barefoot Landing
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. A car enthusiast’s dream – Barefoot Landing’s with the Classic Car Show! See styles of all brands, from years gone by. From Fords to Chevys, and more, you’ll enjoy these old cars. Walk down memory lane with the “Cruise to the Coast“ Classic Car Show.
4898 Highway 17. S., North Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.barefootlanding.com
843-272-8349
October 13
OktoberFestival of Fashion
Long Bay Symphony Guild
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Fashions from the Market Common, including Orvis, Banana Republic, White House Black Market, Bijuju & more. Three course luncheon, Cash Bar, Gift Baskets, music provided by The Long Bay Youth Orchestra. $35.00 per person.
Dunes Golf & Beach Club, 9000 N. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.longbaysymphony.com
For reservations call 843-448-8379
October 15
Junior Achievement Golf Classic
Junior Achievement of Coastal SC
8 am. – 2 p.m. Come out, hit a few balls and help support your local Junior Achievement and schools. Sure to be a great time! Junior Achievement is a volunteer delivered program and helps local students own their economic success.
DeBordieu Golf Club, Hwy. 17 South, Georgetown, S.C. (Between Pawleys Island and Georgetown)
www.jacoastalsc.org/
843-745-7050
October 19 & 20
Gaither Fest
Gaither Music Group
A two-day Homecoming event that features a full roster of great artists. Gaither Fest features hours of music to feed your mind and heart, with two evenings of concerts instead of just one.
Myrtle Beach Convention Center, 21st. Ave. N. & Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.gaither.com
800-713-3773
October 20 & 21
The Great American Backyard Campout
Huntington Beach State Park
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Great American Backyard Campout at Huntington Beach State Park is designed for first-time campers and is an adventure-filled weekend for the entire family.
16148 Ocean Hwy., Murrells Inlet, S.C. (Just north of Brookgreen Gardens, between Murrells Inlet and North Litchfield Beach)
www.southcarolinaparks.com/products/10003865
843-235-8755
October 20
33rd Annual Loris Bog-Off Festival
Loris Chamber of Commerce
9 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. Chicken Bog Cooking Contest, Car Show, Arts & Craft Vendors, Great Food, Entertainment on two stages, Kid’s Area and more. 40,000 in attendance. Great day for all!
Downtown Loris, S.C. (Hwy. 701 North from Conway)
www.lorischambersc.com
843-756-6030
October 20
33rd Annual Loris Bog-off Festival Car & Truck Show
Hot Rod Promotions
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Car & Truck Show, Top 50 Awards, plus Mayor’s Choice, Chamber of Commerce Award, Best of Show Car, Best of Show Truck, Door Prizes and Oldies Music.
Main Street, Loris, S.C.
843-503-8245
October 20
Camp Happy Hearts Fall Edition
Mercy Care
10 a.m. – 1:39 p.m. Children who have suffered a loss – through the death of a loved one or foster care placement – are invited to attend. Contact Tom Badurski, director of special projects. Camp Happy Hearts is one component of Mercy’s comprehensive children’s program. Mercy offers individual and group counseling for suffering children. Mercy works closely with the school systems and Department of Social Services to identify children who can benefit from working with our highly trained counselors.
Christ United Methodist Church, Fantasy Harbor, Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Off of Hwy. 501 @ old Hard Rock Park)
www.mercyhospice.org
843-848-6480
October 20
3rd Annual Myrtle Beach Wine Fest
Festival Promotions
11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Sample over 100 wines at one of the area’s favorite festivals. Try a variety of wines from around the world enjoy live music and plenty of vendors
The Market Common, Farrow Parkway, Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Between Hwy. 17 Business & Hwy. 17 ByPass south of the M.B. Airport)
www.myrtlebeachbeerfest.com
843-712-2618
October 20
Grand Strand Beach Social Dancers
Grand Strand Senior Center
7 to 10 p.m. The second dance of the Social Dance season will be held on Saturday, October 20th. The theme of the dance is “Autumn Leaves” with music provided by Karen and Carl. Beverages are provided and tables of 8 may be reserved. There is music for everyone’s taste and all ages are welcome to join us for a fun evening. Tickets are $7 each and available at the Senior Center or by calling Barbara at 903-3765.
1268 21st Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
843-903-3765
October 20
A Night of a Million Memories – The Association with The Long Bay Symphony Pops
The Long Bay Symphony
7:30 p.m. The Association with the Long Bay Symphony Pops bring back those memories with toe-tapping music from the ’60s amd ’70s like Cherish, Windy, Never My Love, and Along Comes Mary, that were all at the top of the charts.
Myrtle Beach High School Music and Arts Center, 3302 Robert M. Grissom Parkway, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.longbaysymphony.com
843-448-8379
October 25 – 28
Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Scrapbook Retreat
North Carolina Scrapbook Retreats
10 a.m. – 12 a.m. 4 day Scrapbook Weekend Retreat at the Bay Watch Resort. Prizes all weekend, fun, vendors, classes with Oceanfront Views and rooms.
Crown Reef Resort, 2701 South Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.northcarolinascrapbookretreats.com
757-287-4774
October 26 & 27
Huntington’s Haunted Halloween
Huntington Beach State Park
6 – 9:30 p.m. The Atalaya “castle” will be the setting for an evening of fright-fully fun family entertainment! Enjoy 2 separate haunted house attractions, carnival games, crafts, s’mores, a bonfire, and more! Admission: $10 adults, $7 for children 6-15
16148 Ocean Hwy., Murrells Inlet, S.C. (Just north of Brookgreen Gardens, between Murrells Inlet and North Litchfield Beach)
www.southcarolinaparks.com/products/10003985
843-235-8755
October 27
Brew at the Zoo
Brookgreen Gardens
6 – 9 p.m. Guests will enjoy tastings of more than 30 regional and national craft beers, appetizers, entertainment, a signature tasting glass, and evening stroll through the Lowcountry Zoo. Tickets are $40 per person.
1931 Brookgreen Drive, Murrells Inlet, S.C. (Hwy. 17 South between Murrells Inlet and North Litchfield, S.C.)
www.brookgreen.org
800-849-1931
October 27
2012 Fight for Air Run/Walk
American Lung Association
9 a.m. 5K and 10K run/walk. Breakfast provided by Locklear’s. Cash prizes, awards for best and most creative costume!
Edwin S. Taylor Pier, Folly Beach, S.C.
www.lung.org/pledge-events/sc/charleston-walk-fy13/local/event-information.htm
843-556-8451
November
November 3 & 4
Art in the Park 40th Year
Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild
Chapin Park
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Judged art show with artists in their tent in a treed park two blocks from the ocean.
1600 N. Kings Hwy. Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Chapin Park – 16th Ave. N. & Kings Hwy.)
www.artsyparksy.com
843-446-7471
November 3 & 4
20th Annual Cultural Arts Festival & Pauwau
Waccamaw Indian People
11 a.m. We are recognized by the State of SC as a Native American tribe. Each year we host a pauwau to celebrate and preserve our culture. We have traditional drum and dance, demonstrations, storytellers, and vendors.
Tribal Grounds, 591 Bluewater Road, Aynor, S.C.
www.waccamawindians.us
843-358-6877
November 4
The Russian Legacy – featuring Adam Neiman, piano
The Long Bay Symphony
4 p.m. Three examples in the development of Russian music, from Rimsky-Korsakov (Capriccio Espagnol), to Prokofiev (Love for Three Oranges Suite), Shostakovich (Festive Overture), and Rachmaninoff (Piano Concerto No. 3). Featuring Adam Neiman, piano
Myrtle Beach High School Music and Arts Center, 3302 Robert M. Grissom Parkway, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.longbaysymphony.com
843-448-8379
November 8 – 11
The 31st Annual Dickens Christmas Show & Festivals
Leisure Time Unlimited
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. An elaborate 19th century holiday marketplace setting where shoppers stroll through the aisles featuring everything from fine arts, crafts, imported gifts, toys, gourmet foods, clothing and more. Join us for the Dickens Holiday Teas & tours too!
Myrtle Beach Convention Center, 21st. Ave. N. & Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.dickenschristmasshow.com
843-448-9483
November 8
Free Dyslexia Presentation
Horry County Literacy Council
6 – 9 p.m. Susan Barton, one of America’s leading Dyslexia experts and Founder of Bright Solutions for Dyslexia will give a FREE PRESENTATION on the symptoms and solutions for Dyslexia.
HGTC-Grand Strand Campus Maeser Auditorium, 950 Crabtree Lane, Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Off of Farrow Parkway near Market Common)
www.Crabtree.EventBrite.com
843-839-1695
November 9 – 11
Holiday Show and Sale
Coastal Carolina Clay Guild
Nov. 8: Reception 5 – 8 p.m. and Nov. 10 & 11: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Celebrating its sixth year, the Coastal Carolina Clay Guild will open it’s annual Holiday Show and Sale with a reception on Friday; continuing on Saturday and Sundayat the Hannah Block Community Arts Center. The Community Arts Center is also known as the USO building. Admission is FREE. Guild members from the coastal Carolinas, including master potter and instructor Hiroshi Sueyoshi, will be exhibiting and selling their work at the show. A raffle of works by each show participant to benefit Empty Bowls and other community projects will be held.
120 S. Second St., Wilmington, N.C.
www.coastalcarolinaclayguild.com
910 547-2574 for info via Elaine Klapproth or provolunteer01@gmail.com
November 10 & 11
Art in the Park 40th Year
Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Judged art show with artists in their tent in an upscale residential, dining, entertainment and shopping area.
Valor Park – Market Common, Farrow Parkway, Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Between Hwy. 17 Bypass and Hwy. 17 Business
www.artsyparksy.com
843-446-7471
November 11
Huntington Beach State Park’s 9th Surf Fish Rodeo
Huntington Beach State Park
6:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Entry Free: $40.00. Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd in Spot tails, Whiting, Bluefish and Flounder. A grand prize will be awarded for the largest legal size fish. Participants will receive a free T-shirt.
16148 Ocean Hwy., Murrells inlet, S.C. (Just north of Brookgreen Gardens, between Murrells Inlet and North Litchfield Beach)
www.southcarolinaparks.com/products/10003365
843-237-4440
November 11
Veterans Day Service
Town of Surfside Beach
2 p.m. The service will be held at the Veterans Memorial in Fuller Park.
410 Surfside Drive, Surfside Beach, S.C.
www.surfsidebeach.org
843-650-9548
November 17
Verlon Thompson – SxSE Music Feast
South by Southeast Music Feasts
7 – 10:30 p.m. Americana music at its finest. Admission includes pot-luck dinner buffet, beverages and more. Verlon has played with JJ Cale, Leon Russell, Guy Clark, more.
Historic Myrtle Beach Train Depot, 851 Broadway, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.southbysoutheast.org
843-222-6146
November 17
Grand Strand Beach Social Dancers
Grand Strand Senior Center
7 – 10 p.m. “17th Anniversary Dance“ theme with dance music by Harlequin. Beverages provided. Tickets $7 at Senior Center or call Barbara at 903-3765. Enjoy good music and fun dancing.
1268 21st Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
843-903-3765
November 22
Turkey Trot
Town of Surfside Beach
8 a.m. The Grand Strand’s premiere Turkey Trot starts and finishes at the Surfside Pier parking lot (Registration area will be in same place). 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Races at 8:30 a.m. ; and at 10:15 a.m. a FREE Kid’s Tot Trot. Great Food (Krispy Kreme, Kettle Corn and more); Upgraded timing (No chip on your shoe); Locally organized; Tech shirt.
13 North Ocean Boulevard, Surfside Beach, S.C.
www.surfsidebeach.org
843-650-9548
November 29
Christmas Tree Lighting
Town of Surfside Beach
7 p.m. Held at Town Hall.
115 Highway 17 North, Surfside Beach, S.C.
www.surfsidebeach.org
843-650-9548
December
December 1
Bach and Handel for the Advent Season
The Long Bay Symphony
7 p.m. The Long Bay Symphony Orchestra, members of the Carolina Master Chorale and outstanding vocal soloists present a pair of seasonal classics from the Baroque Era. Bach (Christmas Oratoria Part 1) and Handel (Selections from Messiah).
Trinity Episcopal Church, 3000 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.longbaysymphony.com
843-448-8379
December 2
Bach and Handel for the Advent Season
The Long Bay Symphony
4 p.m. The Long Bay Symphony Orchestra, members of the Carolina Master Chorale and outstanding vocal soloists present a pair of seasonal classics from the Baroque Era: Bach (Christmas Oratorio, Part 1) and Handel (Selections from Messiah).
Our Lady of the Sea, 1100 8th Ave N. (Just off Hwy. 17), North Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.longbaysymphony.com
843-448-8379
December 7 & 8
Brookgreen’s Nights of a Thousand Candles
Brookgreen Gardens
3 – 10 p.m. A holiday tradition when the gardens come to life amid the glow of more than 5,500 hand-lit candles and sparkling lights. Walk the paths and hear outstanding entertainment, celebrate the season with family and friends.
1931 Brookgreen Drive, Murrells, Inlet S.C. (Between Murrells Inlet and North Litchfield Beach)
www.brookgreen.org
800-849-1931
December 8
Christmas Parade
Town of Surfside Beach
2 p.m. Held on Ocean Blvd. in Surfside Drive with over 100 entries!
13 North Ocean Boulevard, Surfside Beach, S.C.
www.surfsidebeach.org
843-650-9548
December 14 & 15
Brookgreen’s Nights of a Thousand Candles
Brookgreen Gardens
3 – 10 p.m. A holiday tradition when the gardens come to life amid the glow of more than 5,500 hand-lit candles and sparkling lights. Walk the paths and hear outstanding entertainment, celebrate the season with family and friends.
1931 Brookgreen Drive, Murrells, Inlet S.C. (Between Murrells Inlet and North Litchfield Beach)
www.brookgreen.org
800-849-1931
December 15
Breakfast with Santa
Town of Surfside Beach
9 – 10:30 a.m. Held at Ryan’s Steakhouse
8671 Highway 17 Bypass, Surfside Beach, S.C.
www.surfsidebeach.org
843-650-9548
December 18 – 22
14th Annual CresCom Holiday Invitational Basketball Tournament
Beach Ball Classic
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Times TBA each day. Premier holiday basketball tournament featuring the nation’s top High School female players and future WNBA standouts. Sponsored by CresCom Bank.
Myrtle Beach Convention Center, 2101 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach, S.C. (At 21st Ave. N. & Oak Street)
www.beachballclassic.com
843-213-0032
December 19
2012 CresCom Carolinas Challenge
Beach Ball Classic
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
5. p.m. Women’s collegiate hoops tourney featuring UNC, Clemson, and Coastal Carolina University. Price/Tickets $10 for all three games.
Myrtle Beach Convention Center, 2101 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach, S.C. (At 21st Ave. N. & Oak Street)
www.beachballclassic.com
843-213-0032
December 20 – 22
Brookgreen’s Nights of a Thousand Candles
Brookgreen Gardens
3 – 10 p.m. A holiday tradition when the gardens come to life amid the glow of more than 5,500 hand-lit candles and sparkling lights. Walk the paths and hear outstanding entertainment, celebrate the season with family and friends.
1931 Brookgreen Drive, Murrells, Inlet S.C. (Between Murrells Inlet and North Litchfield Beach)
www.brookgreen.org
800-849-1931
December 26 – 31
32nd Annual Beach Ball Classic
Beach Ball Classic
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Times TBA. One of the Premier holiday basketball tournaments to be found anywhere, attracting the nation’s top high school teams. Former players have included Kobe Bryant, Jason Kidd, Raymond Felton (from nearby Latta, S.C.), Vince Carter, Rasheed Wallace and Danny Ferry among the many other outstanding future NBA standouts.
Myrtle Beach Convention Center, 2101 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach, S.C. (At 21st Ave. N. & Oak Street)
www.beachballclassic.com
843-692-9662
December 29 – 31
Margaritas at Midnight – New Years Eve
U S Tours of Myrtle Beach
Hilton Resort Hotel Kingston Plantation
5 – 11:30 p.m. Join us in Myrtle Beach for the most fun New Year’s Eve Party in America. Gone are the days of Big Band and Champagne, replaced by a Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band and a Margarita Midnight Toast. For info contact www.USTours.Biz
Hilton Hotel Kingston Plantation, 9800 Queensway Blvd., Myrtle Beach, S.C.
www.ustours.biz/margaritas-at-midnight/
304-485-8687
New Year’s Eve
December 31
Grand Strand Beach Social Dancers
Grand Strand Senior Center
8:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. “New Year’s Wine and Hors D’Oeuvres“ party with music by Harlequin. Red/White wines, beverages, hor d’oeuvres, decorations, party hats, noisemakers. Tickets $25. Call Barbara at 903-3765.
1268 21st Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
843-903-3765
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