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Top 5 Most Romantic Restaurants in Myrtle Beach

Top 5 Romantic Restaurants

What could be more romantic than a golf getaway for two in Myrtle Beach? How about a romantic dinner to cap off a great day on the links?

While the Grand Strand is as filled with fine-dining restaurants as it is golf courses, here are five can't-miss establishments for a romantic dinner:

* Collectors Cafe: This Myrtle Beach establishment doubles as a fine-dining restaurant and an art gallery, with paintings and other items on display throughout the eatery. The restaurant serves top-notch seafood and other entrees with a creative flair and the setting is ideal for a romantic twosome.

* Frank's Outback: If you happen to be staying on the south end of the Strand, this Pawleys Island institution is the perfect place for a memorable meal. If not, it's still worth the 30-minute drive. Featuring Lowcountry food in a plantation setting, Frank's is a favorite among couples looking for a nice night out. A table under the covered porch close to the outdoor fireplace is the most romantic seat in the house.

* Greg Norman's Australian Grille: Located just across the Intracoastal Waterway from Barefoot Resorts' four outstanding courses, Norman's is the perfect place to unwind from a day on the links with a romantic dinner. Watch sunset while enjoying a glass of wine and Norman's creative menu of dishes from Down Under. "The Shark" co-owns the establishment and there are several items of memorabilia from his Hall of Fame career, but otherwise it's like any other fine-dining restaurant - excellent food, service and atmosphere.

* Melting Pot: Although this fine-dining eatery is a national chain, it is a popular spot for dating couples on the Grand Strand. The fondue concept allows couples to enjoy more than a meal; it's a fun date where patrons get to create their own meals. A standard four-course order can easily last two hours without seeming to be long. Save time and room for dessert, the most romantic part of the experience, where melted chocolate and fruit can set the mood.

* New York Prime: It's just a short walk from Myrtle Beach to one of the Big Apple's finest steakhouses. As soon as you step inside it's like walking through a teleport to New York City. With aged prime steaks and other offerings (the sea bass is excellent), New York Prime is a great getaway for two. The extensive wine list and excellent service make this one of the most popular date places on the Strand.

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 1/22/12 - 1/28/12

January 22-28

January 3 – March 1, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • Silent Cities
Time: Tuesdays and Thursday at Noon and 2:30 PM • Price: $15.00 in addition to garden admission
Experience the new Trekker through the back roads and cemeteries at Brookgreen. Explore former slave and plantation owners’ graveyards and learn about the historical burial. Tours last two-hours and tickets must be purchased at Keepsakes prior to departure time. Visitors will receive a discount for same-day purchase on tickets. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 4 – March 4, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • The Oaks Plantation History and Nature Trail
Time: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at Noon and 3:00 PM • Price: $3.00 in addition to garden admission
Enjoy this walking trail, learn about the history behind the plantation and see archaeological site. The bus to the Nature Trail will depart on the hour from noon to 3:00 PM. Tickets must be purchased at Keepsakes prior to departure time. Visitors will receive a discount for same-day purchase on tickets. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 9 – March 2, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • New History Exhibit
Time: Daily from Noon and 4:30 PM • Price: Free with garden admission
This new exhibit, Etched in the Eyes, The Spirit of a People Called Gullah Geechee, captures the spirit of the Gullah Geechee culture along the eastern coastline through 12 captivating wall prints. The exhibit will be held in the Learning Lab I of the Wall Lowcountry Center. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 11 – February 29, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • “A Be a Been Yah”
Time: Wednesday at 1:00 PM • Price: Free with garden admission
Complementary to the new exhibit, Etched in the Eyes, The Spirit of a People Called Gullah Geechee,” this new presentation, presented by Ron Daise, teaches viewers about the historical figures, cultural traits and places along the four-state Gullah/Geechee cultural heritage corridor. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 14 – February 26, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • Children’s Discovery Room
Time: Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 4:30 PM • Price: Free with garden admission
Bring the kids to the to the Children’s Discovery Room where they can play and explore seven different interactive stations. Brookgreen Gardens is the perfect place to learn more about rich history, nature and art. For more information call 843-235-6042.

Monday, January 23, 2012
The Alabama Theatre • Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers Benefit Concert
Time: 7:30 PM • Price: $40.00-$50.00
Enjoy a night with Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers at their Benefit Concert for the Pardue Family “Children In Need” Fund; event proceeds will help support children at The Lighthouse Care Center. For more information call 843-272-1111.

Thursday, January 26, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • “Stay in De Boat”
Time: 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM • Price: Free with garden admission
Produced by both present and former College of Charleston students from the Department of Sociology and Anthrolopoly. This short but powerful student-made film highlights the hopes and dreams of the Gullah/Geechee culture. The 25-minute project will be showing in the Wall Lowcountry Center Auditorium. Call Brookgreen Gardens for more information.

Thursday, January 26, 2012
Comedy Cabana • A Special Event: JJ Walker
Time: 8:00 PM and 10:15 PM • Price: $17.50 in advance; $20.00 day of.

January 26-29, 2012
The Carolina Opry
Show: 8:00 PM, preshow starts at 6:30 PM • Price: Adult: $32.51 - $46.47; Youth: $15.81 – $46.47
Voted Most Outstanding Attraction in South Carolina and voted Best Show by readers of the Myrtle Beach Sun News. You don’t want to miss this must-see variety show featuring everything from rock ‘n roll, Broadway and country to classic hits, pop music and gospel. For more information call 843-913-4000.

January 27 and 28, 2012
Myrtle Beach • South Carolina Square and Round Dance Convention
Time: Friday: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM and Saturday: 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM
The 37th annual S.C. Square and Round Dance Convention with State Callers and Cuers is here! Proper dance attire is requested and all ages are welcome. Event will be head at the Springmaid Beach Resort & Conference Center. For reservation information please call 843-315-7100.

January 27 and 28, 2012
Comedy Cabana • A Special Event: JJ Walker
Time: 8:00 PM and 10:15 PM • Price: $17.50 in advance; $20.00 day of.

January 27 – February 12, 2012
The Atlantic Stage • Bigfoot and Other Lost Souls
Time: Thursday-Saturday 7:30 PM and Sundays 3:00 PM • Price: General Public: $25.00; Seniors/Military: $20.00; Students: $15.00
The Atlantic Stage’s new musical follows the story of a young woman who lost her baby—when she didn’t even know she had one. Don’t miss this comedy-fable by Mark Hollmann and Adrien Royce.

Saturday, January 28, 2012
The Alabama Theatre • Ricky Mokel Comedy Special Starring Grant Turner
Time: 7:00 PM • Price: $29.95-$37.95
Don’t miss an award-winning performance by comedian, Grant Turner, in a Ricky Mokel special performance. For more information call 843-272-1111.

Saturday, January 28, 2012
Myrtle Beach Convention Center • C & E Gun Show
The C & E Gun Show is a professional, safe and ethical gun show that travels all over the country. The best available selections of firearms, ammo, knives and more will be available for retail. For more information please call 540-953-0016.

Saturday, January 28, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • Mad Hatters Tea Party
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM • Price: $35.00
Bring your favorite hat and enjoy a wonderful luncheon and tea party with other Mad Hatters in a beautiful Holliday Cottage. Space is limited so call 843-235-6016 for reservations.

January 28 – April 22, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • “Birds in Art” Exhibition in the Rainey Sculpture Pavilion
Time: 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM • Price: Free with garden admission
Featuring highly acclaimed paintings and sculptures from internationally renowned artists, the “Birds of Art” exhibit brings the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum of Wausau, Wisconsin to Brookgreen Gardens. Visit www.brookgreen.org for more information.

Top 5 Myrtle Beach Romantic Hotel Packages

Top 5 Romantic Hotel Packages

A golf trip to Myrtle Beach doesn't have to be an all-guys getaway. It also can be a perfect vacation for couples.

Spend the day in nature playing some beautiful courses, relax after your round with drinks and a nice dinner and stay at a luxurious resort with all the amenities. That's a romantic trip for couples who love golf and one another.

Here are the five most romantic golf packages the Myrtle Beach area has to offer:

* Bayview on the Boardwalk's "Players Choice" package: This package involves three nights in a luxurious oceanfront resort and three rounds of golf at the courses of your choice. Choose between 80 different courses on the Grand Strand and unwind from a day on the links with a short walk down the beach and the Strand's hottest new attraction, the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, for a romantic stroll down the coastline.

* Litchfield Beach's "Play 4, Get 1 Free" package: The south end of the Grand Strand is a great escape for couples and home of some of the best golf courses in the Southeast, such as the TPC of Myrtle Beach, Kings North and Long Bay. Stay at the lovely Litchfield Beach & Golf Resort, located in the heart of the S.C. Lowcountry, pay to play four courses and receive a free round.

* North Beach Plantation's "Barefoot Resort" package: This new, Caribbean-style resort has all the amenities you could ask for without leaving the grounds - a spa, a swim-up bar and five-star restaurant. And you'll be playing four of the top courses in the area at nearby Barefoot Resort - the Dye, Fazio, Norman and (of course) Love. Best of all, you pay for three rounds and get one free.

* Ocean Reef's "Ultimate Insider" package: This oceanfront resort in the exclusive Dunes section of Myrtle Beach is nice and peaceful, perfect for a romantic getaway, and is located near Restaurant Row for your choice of candlelit dinners. Best of all, players get to choose three courses they want to play from a list of 40 of the top courses on the Grand Strand. The resort also features indoor/outdoor pools and hot tubs for a relaxing way to unwind.

* True Blue's "Plantation Package": Built on an old rice and indigo plantation in a lovely Lowcountry setting, True Blue features golf villas overlooking the salt marshes and twisting live oaks that provide a romantic backdrop. You will also get to play three of the most scenic courses on the South Strand - True Blue, Caledonia Golf & Fish Club and the Founders Club - and explore the historic fishing village of Pawleys Island.

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 1/15/12 - 1/21/12

January 15-21

January 3 – March 1, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • Silent Cities
Time: Tuesdays and Thursday at Noon and 2:30 PM • Price: $15.00 in addition to garden admission
Experience the new Trekker through the back roads and cemeteries at Brookgreen. Explore former slave and plantation owners’ graveyards and learn about the historical burial. Tours last two-hours and tickets must be purchased at Keepsakes prior to departure time. Visitors will receive a discount for same-day purchase on tickets. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 4 – March 4, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • The Oaks Plantation History and Nature Trail
Time: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at Noon and 3:00 PM • Price: $3.00 in addition to garden admission
Enjoy this walking trail, learn about the history behind the plantation and see archaeological site. The bus to the Nature Trail will depart on the hour from noon to 3:00 PM. Tickets must be purchased at Keepsakes prior to departure time. Visitors will receive a discount for same-day purchase on tickets. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 9 – March 2, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • New History Exhibit
Time: Daily from Noon and 4:30 PM • Price: Free with garden admission
This new exhibit, Etched in the Eyes, The Spirit of a People Called Gullah Geechee, captures the spirit of the Gullah Geechee culture along the eastern coastline through 12 captivating wall prints. The exhibit will be held in the Learning Lab I of the Wall Lowcountry Center. For more information call 843-235-6042.
January 11 – February 29, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • “A Be a Been Yah”
Time: Wednesday at 1:00 PM • Price: Free with garden admission
Complementary to the new exhibit, Etched in the Eyes, The Spirit of a People Called Gullah Geechee,” this new presentation, presented by Ron Daise, teaches viewers about the historical figures, cultural traits and places along the four-state Gullah/Geechee cultural heritage corridor. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 14-16, 2012
Myrtle Beach Convention Center • Myrtle Beach Volleyball Classic
Don’t miss the Myrtle Beach Volleyball Classic. This event is open to the public. Please contact Denise Parker at 843-450-9728 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for more information.

January 14 – February 26, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • Children’s Discovery Room
Time: Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 4:30 PM • Price: Free with garden admission
Bring the kids to the to the Children’s Discovery Room where they can play and explore seven different interactive stations. Brookgreen Gardens is the perfect place to learn more about rich history, nature and art. For more information call 843-235-6042.

Saturday, January 21, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • Mad Hatters Tea Party
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM • Price: $35.00
Bring your favorite hat and enjoy a wonderful luncheon and tea party with other Mad Hatters in a beautiful Holliday Cottage. Space is limited so call 843-235-6016 for reservations.

Saturday, January 21, 2012
Grand Strand Senior Center • Grand Strand Beach Ballroom Social Dance
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Price: $7.00
The Grand Strand Senior Center is hosting a “Welcome Back Snowbird Friends” dance with live entertainment from Karen & Carl. To purchase tickets contact the Senior Center at 843-626-3991 or Barbara at843-903-3765.

Saturday, January 21, 2012
North Myrtle Beach • 29th Annual Winter Run 5k & 15k
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The older continuous running event in Horry County is back! The 29th annual Winter Run 5k and 15k will both start and finish on Main Street in North Myrtle Beach. This event will be held at McLean Park and is open to all ages. For more information contact Jim Troxell at 843-272-1717 or Gregg Barnhill at 843-280-5673.

Keep your Golf Skills Up in the Winter Before coming to Myrtle Beach

Keep up your golf skills in the winter

It's Mother Nature's timeless dirt trick on those who play golf.

You work on your game all spring, summer and fall, and just when you think you have the hang of it winter rolls around, you take three months off and you have to start all over from scratch again in the spring.

It's a common problem whether you live in the Great White North or the South, where milder temperatures allow at least an occassional round or two. But regardless of climate, there are some simple steps you can take to stay sharp year-round.

For starters, set up a homemade practice facility in your garage or play room where you can get away from distractions and focus on your golf swing and positioning on a regular basis.

Use a full-length mirror to set up in front of so you can make sure you are maintaining a proper stance and correct body angles. A long layoff tends to relax your stance and create minor flaws that can have major consequences when you return to the links.

Also use a putting station, either homemade with a piece of carpet and a cup or any of the store-bought products that duplicate the putting surface. Just as anything in golf, repetition is the key to maintaining proper mechanics.

You can also use the same set-up to practice chipping. Some try chipping into a padded chair or a waste basket to provide a target for your short game, which is the most common aspect of golf that people lose their feel for in the offseason.

When you get a warm day - perhaps not warm enough or enough sunlight for a full 18 holes - spend a couple of hours at the driving range and on the practice greens. A nice par-3 course can work wonders for keeping your short game sharp.

Many metropolitan areas and golf resort towns feature indoor practice facilities where you can work on you game year-round for a reasonable rate. Find a place where you can work on driving, chipping and putting and do it on a regular basis.

But there's nothing like the real thing to hone your skills, and golf resorts like Myrtle Beach, where the weather is mild in the winter and the rates are reduced, can make for a great getaway to play a couple of rounds a day. Check out myrtlebeachgolf.com for reasonably priced packages.

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 1/8/12 - 1/14/12

January 8-14

January 3 – March 1, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • Silent Cities
Time: Tuesdays and Thursday at Noon and 2:30 PM • Price: $15.00 in addition to garden admission
Experience the new Trekker through the back roads and cemeteries at Brookgreen. Explore former slave and plantation owners’ graveyards and learn about the historical burial. Tours last two-hours and tickets must be purchased at Keepsakes prior to departure time. Visitors will receive a discount for same-day purchase on tickets. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 4 – March 4, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • The Oaks Plantation History and Nature Trail
Time: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at Noon and 3:00 PM • Price: $3.00 in addition to garden admission
Enjoy this walking trail, learn about the history behind the plantation and see archaeological site. The bus to the Nature Trail will depart on the hour from noon to 3:00 PM. Tickets must be purchased at Keepsakes prior to departure time. Visitors will receive a discount for same-day purchase on tickets. For more information call 843-235-6042.

Sunday, January 8, 2012
Pelican’s Stadium • Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Price: Cars/Family Van: $25.50; Activity Van or Mini/Half Bus: $40.00; Limo: $50.00 and Tour/School Bud: $4.00 per person
Don’t miss Myrtle Beach’s Christmas light and music spectacular. Enjoy synchronized Christmas music on your radio as you drive through a maze filled with hundreds of thousands of LED lights. For more information call 423-340-2431.

January 9 – March 2, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • New History Exhibit
Time: Daily from Noon and 4:30 PM • Price: Free with garden admission
This new exhibit, Etched in the Eyes, The Spirit of a People Called Gullah Geechee, captures the spirit of the Gullah Geechee culture along the eastern coastline through 12 captivating wall prints. The exhibit will be held in the Learning Lab I of the Wall Lowcountry Center. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 11 – February 29, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • “A Be a Been Yah”
Time: Wednesday at 1:00 PM • Price: Free with garden admission
Complementary to the new exhibit, Etched in the Eyes, The Spirit of a People Called Gullah Geechee,” this new presentation, presented by Ron Daise, teaches viewers about the historical figures, cultural traits and places along the four-state Gullah/Geechee cultural heritage corridor. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 12-14, 2012
Myrtle Beach Quilt Party • Myrtle Beach Quilt Party
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Don’t miss the Myrtle Beach Quilt Party featuring a quilt showcase, classes, vendors and more. Event will be held at the Marriott Hotel, located at 8400 Costa Verde Dr., Myrtle Beach. For more information call 704-607-5987.

January 12-15, 2012
North Myrtle Beach • SOS Mid-Winter Break
All your favorite SOS lounges will be open and ready to welcome you back. Don’t forget to get a current SOS membership card in order to get into the lounges. For more information on how to get your membership card, contact one of your local shag club representatives or visit www.shagdance.com/sosmembership.htm.

January 12-22, 2012
Myrtle Beach• Restaurant Week 2012
Prepare yourself for South Carolina’s Restaurant Week. Participating area restaurants will be offering special menus, promotions and discounts. For more information on participating restaurants please visit www.restaurantweeksouthcarolina.com.

Saturday, January 14, 2012
The Alabama Theatre • Glenn Miller Orchestra
Time: 7:00 PM • Price: $29.95-$37.95
Enjoy one of the greatest bands of all times, the Glenn Miller Orchestra. With a unique jazz sound this band is one of the most popular around for both concert and swing dance engagements. For more information call 843-272-1111.

Saturday, January 14, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • Mad Hatters Tea Party
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM • Price: $35.00
Bring your favorite hat and enjoy a wonderful luncheon and tea party with other Mad Hatters in a beautiful Holliday Cottage. Space is limited so call 843-235-6016 for reservations.

Saturday, January 14, 2012
Gilmore Theatre, home of “The Carolina Opry” • Magic At The Beach
Show: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM • Price:
Don’t miss this one night only event featuring Las Vegas headliner and world-renowned magician, Jeff McBride! This award winning magician performance features unique magic tricks and illusions. For more information call 843-913-1422.

January 14-16, 2012
Myrtle Beach Convention Center • Myrtle Beach Volleyball Classic
Don’t miss the Myrtle Beach Volleyball Classic. This event is open to the public. Please contact Denise Parker at 843-450-9728 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for more information.

January 14 – February 26, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • Children’s Discovery Room
Time: Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 4:30 PM • Price: Free with garden admission
Bring the kids to the to the Children’s Discovery Room where they can play and explore seven different interactive stations. Brookgreen Gardens is the perfect place to learn more about rich history, nature and art. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 14 and 15, 2012
A Way to Play Dog Agility Club • Dog Agility Competition
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Competing dog race through obstacle courses of hurdles, weave poles, teeter-totters and more. This event is sponsored by Canine Performance Events, Inc. and will be held at A Dog’s Way Inn, 761 Pendergrass Ave., Murrells Inlet. For more information call 843-357-4545.

Ready, Set, Run .... It is time again for the Myrtle Beach Marathon

Ready, Set, Run!  It is time again for the Myrtle Beach Marathon.  

The Myrtle Beach Marathon will have events from February 16 - 18, 2012.  Start your event off by heading to the Spirit Airlines Runner's Expo held at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, February 16 - 17.  The best part of the expo is that it is free and open to the public.  The runners can pick up their race bibs, runner shirts and visit sponsor and vendor booths in the exhibition area.  You can also purchase official Myrtle Beach marathon merchandise.

The festivities begin on Friday, February 18, at the Ripley's Aquarium at Broadway at the Beach.  It is the Ripley's Family Fun Run.  The 1 mile run will begin at 5:30 PM and will begin and end at the aquarium.

Our next event will be the RBC Bank 5k race.  This will begin at the aquarium at 7:00 PM and end at the Pelican's baseball field parking lot.  Awards and fun will be after the race friday night.

Saturday, February 18, brings on the fun!  The half and full marathon's begin at 6:30 AM.  After the race there will be awards and lots of fun.  

Also make sure to end the event at the House of Blues Post Race Party.  This event is free to all registered participants and volunteers, ($20 for guests and non-participants).  Make sure to pick up tickets at the Expo to get in.  Must be 21 or older to get in.  Free food and refreshments will be available from 5 Pm - 7 PM.  Entertainment will be provided.  All awards and trophies will be available for pickup at the Post Race Party.

For registration and more information, please visit, www.mbmarathon.com.

Check out the 28th Annual Grand Strand Boat & Sportsman Expo in Myrtle Beach

It is time for the 28th Annual Grand Strand Boat & Sportsman Expo here in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

The weather may be cold outside, but it is time to get ready for all of your outdoor boating and sportsman’s needs.  The show will be held Friday, February 10th – Sunday, February 12, 2012 located at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center.

The show is including all outdoor sportsman activities this year.  The past years has always been the best place to preview new boating season, but now they have added all things that interest the outdoor enthusiast.  Starting with boats and boating accessories, hunting, biking, ATVs, camping and seminars on all topics to keep you interested all day long.

Boating will include a huge selection of the state-of-the-art boats like speedboats, fishing boats, yachts, and much more.  There will be sales and showcases set up to answer all of your questions and show you the type of boat that will fit your needs and budget.  Don’t forget to check out the vendors too!  They will be on hand to help you with every accessory needed for a successful and fun boating season.

Don’t forget to stay for the fashion show, which will feature:  swim and casual wear for the beach.  Local restaurants will also feature the best in regional cuisines.

There will also be a kid’s fun section too.  Don’t tell the kids, but SpongeBob Square pants will be there.

So, make sure to add this to your calendar, and check out the Grand Strands Boat and Sportsman Expo.

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 1/1/12 - 1/7/12

Horry County Calendar of Events

January 1-7

December 1 – January 2, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • Holiday Exhibit
Time: 5:00 PM • Price: FREE
The "Signs of the Season in Flora and Fauna" exhibit in the Noble Gallery provides an inspiration for holiday home decorating with natural materials and wreaths. In addition, "Signs of the Season in Art and History" has various unique sculptures and paintings. For more information call 843-235-6016.

November 11 – January 8, 2012
Pelican’s Stadium • Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Price: Cars/Family Van: $25.50; Activity Van or Mini/Half Bus: $40.00; Limo: $50.00 and Tour/School Bud: $4.00 per person
Don’t miss Myrtle Beach’s Christmas light and music spectacular. Enjoy synchronized Christmas music on your radio as you drive through a maze filled with hundreds of thousands of LED lights. For more information call 423-340-2431.

Saturday, January 1, 2012
The Carolina Opry • Christmas Special
Show:  7:00 PM, preshow starts at 6:30 PM • Price: Adult: $37.16-$51.12, Youth: $24.19-$51.12
The Carolina Opry Christmas Special is an original Christmas production that brings the holiday season to life with music, comedy and dance. This holiday tradition has been a consistent vote leader as Best Holiday Show in Myrtle Beach. For more ticket information call 843-913-4000.

January 3 – March 1, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • Silent Cities
Time: Tuesdays and Thursday at Noon to 2:30 PM • Price: $15.00 in addition to garden admission
Experience the new Trekker through the back roads and cemeteries at Brookgreen. Explore former slave and plantation owners’ graveyards and learn about the historical burial. Tours last two-hours and tickets must be purchased at Keepsakes prior to departure time. Visitors will receive a discount for same-day purchase on tickets. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 4 – March 4, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • The Oaks Plantation History and Nature Trail
Time: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at Noon and 3:00 PM • Price: $3.00 in addition to garden admission
Enjoy this walking trail, learn about the history behind the plantation and see archaeological site. The bus to the Nature Trail will depart on the hour from noon to 3:00 PM. Tickets must be purchased at Keepsakes prior to departure time. Visitors will receive a discount for same-day purchase on tickets. For more information call 843-235-6042.

January 6 and 7, 2012
The Alabama Theatre • A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline starring Gail Bliss
Time: 7:00 PM • Price: $29.95-$37.95
With a wonderful blend of theatre and music, a Closer Walk with Patsy Cline, is great for all ages. Enjoy twenty of Patsy Cline’s best-known songs, played by a live band starring Gail Bliss. For more information call 843-272-1111.

January 6 and 7, 2012
Comedy Cabana • Tommy Blaze
Time: 8:00 PM and 10:15 PM • Price: $15.00

Saturday, January 7, 2012
Brookgreen Gardens • Mad Hatters Tea Party
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM • Price: $35.00
Bring your favorite hat and enjoy a wonderful luncheon and tea party with other Mad Hatters in a beautiful Holliday Cottage. Space is limited so call 843-235-6016 for reservations.

Welcome 2012 while staying in Myrtle Beach

New Years Eve Events


Saturday, December 31, 2011
The House of Blues • New Years Eve with Corey Smith and guest America Aquarium
Show: 8:30 PM • Price: $22.00 General Admission; $27.50 Day of Show General Admission; $42.50 Reserved Seating and $52.50 Day of Show Reserved Seating
Spend this New Years Eve with Corey Smith and special guest American Aquarium concert at the House of Blues. For additional information please call the House of Blues box office at (843) 272-3000.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
Barefoot Landing • New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Time: 6:00 PM
Ring in your New Year at Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach. Enjoy dinner at your favorite restaurant and watch a firework show over the lake at 6:00 PM.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
Broadway at the Beach • New Years Eve Fireworks
Time: 6:00 PM
Make your way to Broadway at the Beach and enjoy a truly splendid New Year's Eve outing. Featuring many shops, restaurants, attractions, nightclubs, hotels and theaters; and of course don’t miss the tremendous firework show at 6:00 PM over Lake Broadway.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
Broadway at the Beach • New Years Eve at Celebrity Square
Time: 6:00 PM • Price: $30.00
Bring in the New Year at Broadway at the Beach’s Celebrity Square New Year’s celebration. Featuring admission to seven Nightclubs and Bars, a Balloon Drop, Confetti Cannons and a Champagne Toast. For more ticket information please call (843) 444-9032 or (843) 444-3500

Saturday, December 31, 2011
Children’s Museum of South Carolina • Noon Years Eve
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM • Price: $5.00
Take the kids out for some New Years Eve fun at The Children’s Museum of South Carolina. Enjoy making crafts, a balloon drop and take a venture through the Children’s Museum and discover the educational exhibits they have to offer.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
Comedy Cabana • New Years Eve
Time: 7:30 PM and 10:00 PM • Price: $5.00
Join us for New Years Eve at the Comedy Cabana, as three amazing headliners team-up to give you a hilarious performance you wont forget. The New Years Eve package includes a gift certificate for another show, an autographed photo, a champagne toast (offered at the late show only), party favors and much more. For more information please call 843-449-4242.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
Hard Rock Cafe • New Years Eve Bash
Time: 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM • Price: $25.00
Need plans for New Years Eve, head out to Myrtle Beach’s Hard Rock Café for their New Years Party. The celebration will feature live music from Black Glass, Confetti Cannons, a Balloon Drop, Party Favors and a Champagne Toast. For more information please contact the Hard Rock offices at 843-946-0007 ext. 208. Ages 21+.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
House of Blues • Dinner and Dancing
Time: 7:00 PM • Price: $69.95
Treat yourself to a four-course dinner and live entertainment from N’TRANZE at the House of Blues. Tickets include Dinner, Party Favors, a Gift Certificate for another concert, 25% off in the House of Blues store and $3 champagne specials. Call 843-272-3000 for more details.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville • New Years Eve Celebration
Time: 9:15 PM • Price: $10.00
Bring in the New Year Jimmy Buffett-style. Join us at Margaritaville for live music and entertainment from the Necessary Band. Then stick around for the after party to get your party favors and margarita shooter at midnight for only $10.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
North Beach Plantation • New Years Eve Gala
Time: 8:30 PM - 1:30 PM • Price: $125.00 per person
Toast in the New Year with Champagne, Noise Makers and a Balloon Drop.  No Limit will be performing, the Grand Stran's Largest Variety Bank will Help you dance the night away.  Tickets are $125 per person.  Please call 843-282-7100.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
Stand-Up Carolina • New Years Eve
Time: 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM
Kick Start your way into 2012 at Stand-Up Carolina for the 8:00 PM show featuring the Carolina Improv Company. Then at 10:00 PM bring in the New Year with two hilarious comedians, a champagne toast, balloon drop and a midnight buffet! For more information call 843-651-7819.

December 31, 2011 - January 1. 2-12
Ripley’s Aquarium • Ripley’s Kids Only New Years Eve Bash!
Time: 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM • Price: $69.99 per child
Bring the kids to Ripley’s Aquarium this New Years Eve for an overnight party packed with fun and games. Price includes Karaoke, pizza, music, crafts and a balloon drop at midnight before they sleep amongst the sea. For more information please call 843-916-0888.

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 12/25 - 12/31/11

December 25-31

November 11 – January 8, 2012
Pelican’s Stadium  • Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Price: Cars/Family Van: $25.50; Activity Van or Mini/Half Bus: $40.00; Limo: $50.00 and Tour/School Bud: $4.00 per person
Don’t miss Myrtle Beach’s Christmas light and music spectacular. Enjoy synchronized Christmas music on your radio as you drive through a maze filled with hundreds of thousands of LED lights. For more information call 423-340-2431.

December 1-31, 2011
Ripley’s Aquarium • Festival of Trees
Open Daily at 9:00 AM • Price: Regular Aquarium Admission
Visit Ripley’s Aquarium this year for the Festival of Trees. More than 50 unique trees will be on display, each representing a part of the great diversity of the United States will be on display. For more information call 843-916-0888.




December 1-31, 2011
Brookgreen Gardens • Holiday Exhibit
Time: 5:00 PM • Price: FREE
The "Signs of the Season in Flora and Fauna" exhibit in the Noble Gallery provides an inspiration for holiday home decorating with natural materials and wreaths. In addition, "Signs of the Season in Art and History" has various unique sculptures and paintings. For more information call 843-235-6016.

December 4-31, 2011
Medieval Times • Dinner and Tournament
Show: 6:00 PM • Price: Adult: $50.95 Child: $30.95
Spend the evening as a royal guest from centuries ago. This two-hour performance with a utensil-free feast is set in an 11th century style castle. For more information call 888-WE-JOUST.

December 25-26 and 28-30, 2011
The Palace Theatre • Christmas On Ice
Time: 8:00 PM and 10:00 AM on Wednesday only and 2:00 PM on Thursday only • Price: $29.95
Don’t miss the only show in Myrtle Beach featuring championship ice skaters, high-kicking dancers and all your favorite Christmas hits! Follow Santa and his helpers on an unforgettable Christmas journey through a winder wonderland.

December 26-30, 2011
Celebration Myrtle Beach • SuperStarz Live!
Time: 8:00 PM and 3:00 PM on Wednesday Only • Adult: $34.00 and Child: $10.00
Kick-Off the New Year with your favorite artists at SuperStarz Live!.All-live concert performances from Elvis, Garth Brooks, Tina Turner, Barbara Streisand, Cher and many more. For more ticket information, call 843-839-5483 or visit www.celebrationmb.com.

December 26-31, 2011
The Alabama Theatre • Christmas Show
Show: 7:30 PM Monday-Friday and 3:00 PM and 9:15 PM on Saturday
Celebrate the holiday season with The South’s Greatest Christmas Show at the Alabama Theatre. This award winning production brings amazing talent, scenery and special effects to create a spectacular new holiday musical.

December 26-31, 2011
The Carolina Opry • Christmas Special
Show:  7:00 PM, preshow starts at 6:30 PM • Price: Adult: $37.16-$51.12, Youth: $24.19-$51.12
The Carolina Opry Christmas Special is an original Christmas production that brings the holiday season to life with music, comedy and dance. This holiday tradition has been a consistent vote leader as Best Holiday Show in Myrtle Beach. For more ticket information call 843-913-4000.

December 26-31, 2011
Legends in Concert • Holiday Show
Show: 8:00 PM Monday-Friday and 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM on Saturday
Price: Adult: $37.95-$52.95, Child: $14.95-$52.95

December 27-31, 2011
Myrtle Beach Convention Center • Annual Beach Ball Classic
Price: $12.00 General and $15.00 Reserved
This is the 31st annual Beach Ball Classic Tournament that has progressed into a 16 team National tournament, lasting 30 years and becoming the Premier High School Holiday Tournament in the United States. This annual event features 16 girls teams the week before Christmas and 16 boys teams the week after. Contact John Rhodes at 843-213-0032 or visit www.beachballclassic.com for more information.

December 28, 2011
Hobcaw Barony • No Place Like Home
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM • Price: $5.00
Explore the homes to many animals in the living in our forests. This program for children will focus on the bird nests and materials, signs of animal tracking and end the day with a crafty activity. Adult must accompany and remain with the child for the entire program.

December 28-30, 2011
The Palace Theatre • The Magical Spirit of Ireland
Time: 6:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Wednesday only • Price: $29.95
Celebrate the New Year with the new upbeat show featuring the Irish Tenors and the Celtic Ladies. This new production blends together the melodies of the amazing Irish Tenors with the exciting, raw energy of the world renowned Spirit of the Dance dancers.

December 28-30, 2011
The House of Blues • Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
Show: 7:00 PM • Price: $42.00 - Family Style Seating
Join us at the House of Blues for a murder mystery dinner show. It is up to you to solve the crime. Recommendation for those ages 13 +. For more information call the House of Blues box office at 843-272-3000.

December 29, 2011
Hobcaw Barony • Dinner and a Camp-FIRE
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM • Price: $12.00
Join us in a program that highlights the good points of fire and its place in our world. We’ll compare the effects of fire techniques used and learn how to properly build a campfire. Then enjoy dinner and roasting marshmellows around an open fire. All food and drinks will be provided.

Friday, December 30, 2011
The House of Blues • Slippery When Wet – Bon Jovi Tribute Band
Show: 8:00 PM • Price: $10.00
Can't see the real thing? Come to the House of Blues and see the next best thing with Slippery When Wet - Bon Jovi Tribute Band! For more information please call the House of Blues box office at 843-272-3000.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
Barefoot Landing • New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Time: 6:00 PM
Ring in your New Year at Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach. Enjoy dinner at your favorite restaurant and watch a firework show over the lake at 6:00 PM.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
Celebration Myrtle Beach • SuperStarz Live!
Time: 9:00 PM • Adult: $34.00 and Child: $10.00
Kick-Off the New Year with your favorite artists at SuperStarz Live!.All-live concert performances from Elvis, Garth Brooks, Tina Turner, Barbara Streisand, Cher and many more. For more ticket information, call 843-839-5483 or visit www.celebrationmb.com.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
Children’s Museum of South Carolina • Noon Years Eve
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM • Price: $5.00
Take the kids out for some New Years Eve fun at The Children’s Museum of South Carolina. Enjoy making crafts, a balloon drop and take a venture through the Children’s Museum and discover the educational exhibits they have to offer.

Saturday, December 31, 2011
The House of Blues • New Years Eve with Corey Smith and guest America Aquarium
Show: 8:30 PM • Price: $22.00 General Admission; $27.50 Day of Show General Admission; $42.50 Reserved Seating and $52.50 Day of Show Reserved Seating
Spend this New Years Eve with Corey Smith and special guest American Aquarium concert at the House of Blues. For additional information please call the House of Blues box office at (843) 272-3000.

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 12/18 - 24, 2011

December 18-24

November 11 – January 8, 2012
Pelican’s Stadium  • Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Price: Cars/Family Van: $25.50; Activity Van or Mini/Half Bus: $40.00; Limo: $50.00 and Tour/School Bud: $4.00 per person
Don’t miss Myrtle Beach’s Christmas light and music spectacular. Enjoy synchronized Christmas music on your radio as you drive through a maze filled with hundreds of thousands of LED lights. For more information call 423-340-2431.

December 1-31, 2011
Ripley’s Aquarium • Festival of Trees
Open Daily at 9:00 AM • Price: Regular Aquarium Admission
Visit Ripley’s Aquarium this year for the Festival of Trees. More than 50 unique trees will be on display, each representing a part of the great diversity of the United States will be on display. For more information call 843-916-0888.

December 1-31, 2011
Brookgreen Gardens • Holiday Exhibit
Time: 5:00 PM • Price: FREE
The "Signs of the Season in Flora and Fauna" exhibit in the Noble Gallery provides an inspiration for holiday home decorating with natural materials and wreaths. In addition, "Signs of the Season in Art and History" has various unique sculptures and paintings. For more information call 843-235-6016.

December 4-31, 2011
Medieval Times • Dinner and Tournament
Show: 6:00 PM • Price: Adult: $50.95 Child: $30.95
Spend the evening as a royal guest from centuries ago. This two-hour performance with a utensil-free feast is set in an 11th century style castle. For more information call 888-WE-JOUST.

December 17-22, 2011
Myrtle Beach Convention Center • Crescent Bank Holiday Invitational
Price: $12.00 General and $15.00 Reserved
America's Finest High School Basketball Tournament featuring 16 girls basketball teams from around the country. Contact John Rhodes at 843-213-0032 or visit www.beachballclassic.com for more information.

Sunday, December 18, 2011
The House of Blues • Gospel Brunch
Show: 9:00 AM • Prices: $0.00 - KIDS 0-6, $9.95 - KIDS 7-12, $19.95 - ADULTS
Join us every Sunday for a first come first service buffet in the House of Blues restaurant. Praise the Lord and experience our popular Sunday Gospel Brunch and enjoy live entertainment with Gospel trio *GLORY*


December 18, 2011
The Atlantic Stage • A Christmas Story
Show: Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 PM; and Sundays at 3:00 PM • Price: General Public $25.00; Students: $15.00
Atlantic Stage presents A Christmas Story, based on humorist Jean Shepherd’s memories of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s. Follow 9-year-old Ralphie Parker on his quest to get a genuine Red Ryper BB gun for Christmas this year. A Christmas Story is destined to become a theatrical holiday perennial. For more information call 877-287-8587.

December 19-21, 2011
The Carolina Opry • Christmas Special
Show:  7:00 PM, preshow starts at 6:30 PM • Price: Adult: $37.16-$51.12, Youth: $24.19-$51.12
The Carolina Opry Christmas Special is an original Christmas production that brings the holiday season to life with music, comedy and dance. This holiday tradition has been a consistent vote leader as Best Holiday Show in Myrtle Beach. For more ticket information call 843-913-4000.

December 19-21, 2011
Legends in Concert • Holiday Show
Show: 8:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Tuesday and Saturday
Price: Adult: $37.95-$52.95, Child: $14.95-$52.95

December 19-22, 2011
Celebration Myrtle Beach • SuperStarz Live!
Time: 8:00 PM and 3:00 PM on Wednesday Only • Adult: $34.00 and Child: $10.00
Kick-Off the New Year with your favorite artists at SuperStarz Live!.All-live concert performances from Elvis, Garth Brooks, Tina Turner, Barbara Streisand, Cher and many more. For more ticket information, call 843-839-5483 or visit www.celebrationmb.com.

December 19-22, 2011
Georgetown County • Holiday Movie Series
Time: 2:00 PM •  Location: The Howard Auditorium
The Georgetown County Parks & Recreation is offering different holiday classics. There will be a special evening showing of Miracle on 34th Street on December 22. Movies series will be hosted at theCall 843-545-3333 for more information.

December 19-23, 2011
The Alabama Theatre • Christmas Show
Show: 7:30 PM
Celebrate the holiday season with The South’s Greatest Christmas Show at the Alabama Theatre. This award winning production brings amazing talent, scenery and special effects to create a spectacular new holiday musical.

December 19-23, 2011
The Palace Theatre • Christmas On Ice
Time: 8:00 PM and 10:00 AM on Wednesday only and 2:00 PM on Thursday only • Price: $29.95
Don’t miss the only show in Myrtle Beach featuring championship ice skaters, high-kicking dancers and all your favorite Christmas hits! Follow Santa and his helpers on an unforgettable Christmas journey through a winder wonderland.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Barefoot Princess Riverboat • Lunch with Santa
Time: 11:00 AM • Price: Adults: $15.00; Child (12 and younger): $12.00
Bring the kids to celebrate on the Barefoot Princess Riverboat and have lunch with Santa. Enjoy a hot dog lunch and letters for Santa as you cruise the Intercoastal Waterway. Loading dock is located before of Barefoot Landing, beside Greg Normans Australian Grille. For more information call 843-272-2140. Reservations Required.

December 21-23, 2011
The Palace Theatre • The Magical Spirit of Ireland
Time: 6:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Wednesday only • Price: $29.95
Celebrate the New Year with the new upbeat show featuring the Irish Tenors and the Celtic Ladies. This new production blends together the melodies of the amazing Irish Tenors with the exciting, raw energy of the world renowned Spirit of the Dance dancers.

Thursday, December 22, 2011
Downtown Conway • Rivertown Christmas Celebration
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Visit Santa at Black Water Market and shop locate until 8:00 PM in Downtown Conway. Enjoy the holiday season with a festive horse-drawn carriage ride through downtown and an authentic Rivertown Christmas.

Saturday, December 23, 2011
Barefoot Princess Riverboat • Annual Christmas Buffet Dinner Cruise
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM • Price: Adults: $15.00; Child (12 and younger): $12.00
Reservations Required.
Enjoy a delicious buffet on the Barefoot Princess Riverboat while listening to Christmas carols and music for all. Private Christmas parties available. For more information please call 843-650-6600.

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 12/11 - 17

December 11-17

November 11 – January 8, 2012
Pelican’s Stadium  • Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Price: Cars/Family Van: $25.50; Activity Van or Mini/Half Bus: $40.00; Limo: $50.00 and Tour/School Bud: $4.00 per person
Don’t miss Myrtle Beach’s Christmas light and music spectacular. Enjoy synchronized Christmas music on your radio as you drive through a maze filled with hundreds of thousands of LED lights. For more information call 423-340-2431.

December 1-31, 2011
Ripley’s Aquarium • Festival of Trees
Open Daily at 9:00 AM • Price: Regular Aquarium Admission
Visit Ripley’s Aquarium this year for the Festival of Trees. More than 50 unique trees will be on display, each representing a part of the great diversity of the United States will be on display. For more information call 843-916-0888.

December 1-31, 2011
Brookgreen Gardens • Holiday Exhibit
Time: 5:00 PM • Price: FREE
The "Signs of the Season in Flora and Fauna" exhibit in the Noble Gallery provides an inspiration for holiday home decorating with natural materials and wreaths. In addition, "Signs of the Season in Art and History" has various unique sculptures and paintings. For more information call 843-235-6016.

December 2-18, 2011
The Atlantic Stage • A Christmas Story
Show: Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 PM; and Sundays at 3:00 PM • Price: General Public $25.00; Students: $15.00
Atlantic Stage presents A Christmas Story, based on humorist Jean Shepherd’s memories of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s. Follow 9-year-old Ralphie Parker on his quest to get a genuine Red Ryper BB gun for Christmas this year. A Christmas Story is destined to become a theatrical holiday perennial. For more information call 877-287-8587.

Saturday December 17th, 2011
East Bay Park • Georgetown Holiday Market
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Price: FREE
Enjoy arts, crafts, baked goods and seasonal produce at the Georgetown’s Holiday Market in East Bay Park. For more information visit www.georgetowncountysc.org.

December 4-31, 2011
Medieval Times • Dinner and Tournament
Show: 6:00 PM • Price: Adult: $50.95 Child: $30.95
Spend the evening as a royal guest from centuries ago. This two-hour performance with a utensil-free feast is set in an 11th century style castle. For more information call 888-WE-JOUST.

Sunday, December 11, 2011
Myrtle Beach Convention Center • Christmas Towne
Time: 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Brought to you by the Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce, Christmas Towne will feature a tree lighting celebration, visits with Santa, inflatable rides, games, food and entertainment for all ages. For more information call 843-626-7444.

Sunday, December 11, 2011
The House of Blues • Gospel Brunch
Show: 9:00 AM • Prices: $0.00 - KIDS 0-6, $9.95 - KIDS 7-12, $19.95 - ADULTS
Join us every Sunday for a first come first service buffet in the House of Blues restaurant. Praise the Lord and experience our popular Sunday Gospel Brunch and enjoy live entertainment with Gospel trio *GLORY*

December 11, 2011
Theatre of the Republic • Holiday on Main Street
Show: 3:00 PM• Price: $18.00
Don’t miss this annual production for an original holiday story is written with love and happiness of the Christmas season. For more information call 843-488-0821.

Sunday, December 11, 2011
Long Bay Symphony • A Holly Day Tea
Time: 1:00 PM • Price: $35.00 • Where: Carriage House at Litchfield Plantation, Pawleys Island, S.C.
Spend your Sunday afternoon enjoying live music from the Long Bay Symphony Youth Orchestra. Sample a variety of teas, sweets and savories. Net proceeds from this event will benefit the Long Bay Symphony Orchestra and its educational programs in area schools. For ticket information call the Long Bay Symphony box office at 843-448-8379.

December 12-17, 2011
The Palace Theatre • The Magical Spirit of Ireland
Time: 6:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Wednesday only • Price: $29.95
Celebrate the New Year with the new upbeat show featuring the Irish Tenors and the Celtic Ladies. This new production blends together the melodies of the amazing Irish Tenors with the exciting, raw energy of the world renowned Spirit of the Dance dancers.



December 12-17, 2011
The Carolina Opry • Christmas Special
Show:  7:00 PM, preshow starts at 6:30 PM • Price: Adult: $37.16-$51.12, Youth: $24.19-$51.12
The Carolina Opry Christmas Special is an original Christmas production that brings the holiday season to life with music, comedy and dance. This holiday tradition has been a consistent vote leader as Best Holiday Show in Myrtle Beach. For more ticket information call 843-913-4000.

December 12-17, 2011
Legends in Concert • Holiday Show
Show: 8:00 PM
Price: Adult: $37.95-$52.95, Child: $14.95-$52.95

December 12-17, 2011
The Alabama Theatre • Christmas Show
Show: 7:30 PM and 2:00 PM on Saturday only
Celebrate the holiday season with The South’s Greatest Christmas Show at the Alabama Theatre. This award winning production brings amazing talent, scenery and special effects to create a spectacular new holiday musical.

December 12-17, 2011
Celebration Myrtle Beach • SuperStarz Live!
Time: 8:00 PM and 3:00 PM on Wednesday Only • Adult: $34.00 and Child: $10.00
Kick-Off the New Year with your favorite artists at SuperStarz Live!.All-live concert performances from Elvis, Garth Brooks, Tina Turner, Barbara Streisand, Cher and many more. For more ticket information, call 843-839-5483 or visit www.celebrationmb.com.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Barefoot Princess Riverboat • Lunch with Santa
Time: 11:00 AM • Price: Adults: $15.00; Child (12 and younger): $12.00
Reservations Required.
Bring the kids to celebrate on the Barefoot Princess Riverboat and have lunch with Santa. Enjoy a hot dog lunch and letters for Santa as you cruise the Intercoastal Waterway. Loading dock is located before of Barefoot Landing, beside Greg Normans Australian Grille. For more information call 843-272-2140. Reservations Required.

December 13-17, 2011
Theatre of the Republic • Holiday on Main Street
Show: 8:00 PM• Price: $18.00
Don’t miss this annual production for an original holiday story is written with love and happiness of the Christmas season. For more information call 843-488-0821.

December 14-16, 2011
The Palace Theatre • The Magical Spirit of Ireland
Time: 6:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Wednesday only • Price: $29.95
Celebrate the New Year with the new upbeat show featuring the Irish Tenors and the Celtic Ladies. This new production blends together the melodies of the amazing Irish Tenors with the exciting, raw energy of the world renowned Spirit of the Dance dancers.


Thursday, December 15, 2011
Downtown Conway • Advent Candlelight Concerts
Time: 7:00 PM
Celebrate the holiday season with the First United Methodist Church. Members of the Long Bay Symphony perform candlelight concerts in Hut Chapel.

Thursday, December 15, 2011
Downtown Conway • Rivertown Christmas Celebration
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Visit Santa at Black Water Market and shop locate until 8:00 PM in Downtown Conway. Enjoy the holiday season with a festive horse-drawn carriage ride through downtown and an authentic Rivertown Christmas.

December 15-17, 2011
Brookgreen Gardens • Nights of a Thousand Candles
Time: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Price: Adults: $13.00 through November 30th; Adults: $16.00 and Child: $7.00 in December
Watch Brookgreen Gardens come to life with the glow of over 5,000 hand-lit candles and thousands of sparkling lights. Stroll throw the gardens with a warn cup of cider while listening to hand bells ringing and Dickens carolers singing. For more information call 800-849-1931.

Sunday, December 17, 2011
Barefoot Landing • Santa Photos
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM • Where: Lakeview Courtyard
Bring the kids to Barefoot Landing this year for pictures with Santa! Each guest will receive one free picture with Santa a special treat and a carousel. The opportunity to purchase additional photo packages will be available as well.
 
Sunday, December 17, 2011
Georgetown County • Breakfast with Santa
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM • Price: $2.00 per person
Enjoy Breakfest with Santa hosted by Georgetown County Parks & Recreation. Event will be help at the Beck Recreation Center. For reservations please visit on of the local recreation offices or visit us online at www.georgetowncountysc.org.

Sunday, December 17, 2011
Myrtle Beach Convention Center • Coastal Carolina Commencement
Time: 10:00 AM
Coastal Carolina University: Class of 2011 December Commencement.

December 17-18, 2011
Theatre of the Republic • Holiday on Main Street
Show: 3:00 PM• Price: $18.00
Don’t miss this annual production for an original holiday story is written with love and happiness of the Christmas season. For more information call 843-488-0821.

December 17-22, 2011
Myrtle Beach Convention Center • Crescent Bank Holiday Invitational
Price: $12.00 General and $15.00 Reserved
America's Finest High School Basketball Tournament featuring 16 girls basketball teams from around the country. Contact John Rhodes at 843-213-0032 or visit www.beachballclassic.com for more information.

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 12/4-12/10/11

December 4-10

November 11 – January 8, 2012
Pelican’s Stadium  • Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Price: Cars/Family Van: $25.50; Activity Van or Mini/Half Bus: $40.00; Limo: $50.00 and Tour/School Bud: $4.00 per person
Don’t miss Myrtle Beach’s Christmas light and music spectacular. Enjoy synchronized Christmas music on your radio as you drive through a maze filled with hundreds of thousands of LED lights. For more information call 423-340-2431.

December 1-31, 2011
Ripley’s Aquarium • Festival of Trees
Open Daily at 9:00 AM • Price: Regular Aquarium Admission
Visit Ripley’s Aquarium this year for the Festival of Trees. More than 50 unique trees will be on display, each representing a part of the great diversity of the United States will be on display. For more information call 843-916-0888.

December 1-31, 2011
Brookgreen Gardens • Holiday Exhibit
Time: 5:00 PM • Price: FREE
The "Signs of the Season in Flora and Fauna" exhibit in the Noble Gallery provides an inspiration for holiday home decorating with natural materials and wreaths. In addition, "Signs of the Season in Art and History" has various unique sculptures and paintings. For more information call 843-235-6016.

December 2-3 and 9-10, 2011
Brookgreen Gardens • Nights of a Thousand Candles
Time: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Price: Adults: $13.00 through November 30th; Adults: $16.00 and Child: $7.00 in December
Watch Brookgreen Gardens come to life with the glow of over 5,000 hand-lit candles and thousands of sparkling lights. Stroll throw the gardens with a warn cup of cider while listening to hand bells ringing and Dickens carolers singing. For more information call 800-849-1931.

December 2-18, 2011
The Atlantic Stage • A Christmas Story
Show: Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 PM; and Sundays at 3:00 PM • Price: General Public $25.00; Students: $15.00
Atlantic Stage presents A Christmas Story, based on humorist Jean Shepherd’s memories of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s. Follow 9-year-old Ralphie Parker on his quest to get a genuine Red Ryper BB gun for Christmas this year. A Christmas Story is destined to become a theatrical holiday perennial. For more information call 877-287-8587.

Saturday, December 3, 2011
Broadway at the Beach • Myrtle Beach Holiday Parade
Time: 11:00 AM
Don’t forget to bring the kids to Myrtle Beach’s Christmas parade at Broadway at the Beach.

Saturday, December 3, 2011
Barefoot Princess Riverboat • Annual Christmas Buffet Dinner Cruise
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM • Price: Adults: $15.00; Child (12 and younger): $12.00
Reservations Required.
Enjoy a delicious buffet on the Barefoot Princess Riverboat while listening to Christmas carols and music for all. Private Christmas parties available. For more information please call 843-650-6600.

Sunday, December 4, 2011
The Alabama Theatre• Eddie Miles “An Elvis Christmas”
Time: 7:00 PM
Experience an unbelievable Elvis tribute in “An Elvis Christmas” featuring Eddie Miles. Join the fun in the celebration of country legends and the best Elvis tribute on earth! For ticket information call 843-272-1111.

Sunday, December 4, 2011
The House of Blues • Gospel Brunch
Show: 9:00 – 2:00 PM • Prices: $0.00 - KIDS 0-6, $9.95 - KIDS 7-12, $19.95 - ADULTS
Join us every Sunday for a first come first service buffet in the House of Blues restaurant. Praise the Lord and experience our popular Sunday Gospel Brunch and enjoy live entertainment with Gospel trio *GLORY*

Sunday, December 4, 2011
Murrells Intet • Christmas Parade - Boats and Floats for Kids - and Tree Lighting
Time: 3:00 PM
Kick-off your holiday spirit at the annual community Christmas parade. Enjoy beauty queens, dog cycles, clowns, mini cars and more! The parade starts at Wilcox Avenue (Booty's) and continues down Business 17. Following the parade meet in More Landing Park (next to Hot Fish club) with Santa for the tree lighting ceremony. For more information call 843-357-2007.

Saturday December 10th, 2011
East Bay Park • Georgetown Holiday Market
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Price: FREE
Enjoy arts, crafts, baked goods and seasonal produce at the Georgetown’s Holiday Market in East Bay Park. For more information visit www.georgetowncountysc.org.

December 4-31, 2011
Medieval Times • Dinner and Tournament
Show: 6:00 PM • Price: Adult: $50.95 Child: $30.95
Spend the evening as a royal guest from centuries ago. This two-hour performance with a utensil-free feast is set in an 11th century style castle. For more information call 888-WE-JOUST.

December 5-10, 2011
The Palace Theatre • Christmas On Ice
Time: 8:00 PM and 10:00 AM on Wednesday only and 2:00 PM on Thursday only • Price: $29.95
Don’t miss the only show in Myrtle Beach featuring championship ice skaters, high-kicking dancers and all your favorite Christmas hits! Follow Santa and his helpers on an unforgettable Christmas journey through a winder wonderland.
December 5-10, 2011
The Carolina Opry • Christmas Special
Show:  7:00 PM, preshow starts at 6:30 PM • Price: Adult: $37.16-$51.12, Youth: $24.19-$51.12
The Carolina Opry Christmas Special is an original Christmas production that brings the holiday season to life with music, comedy and dance. This holiday tradition has been a consistent vote leader as Best Holiday Show in Myrtle Beach. For more ticket information call 843-913-4000.

December 5-10, 2011
Legends in Concert • Holiday Show
Show: 8:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Tuesday and Saturday
Price: Adult: $37.95-$52.95, Child: $14.95-$52.95

December 5-10, 2011
Celebration Myrtle Beach • SuperStarz Live!
Time: 8:00 PM and 3:00 PM on Wednesday Only • Adult: $34.00 and Child: $10.00
Kick-Off the New Year with your favorite artists at SuperStarz Live!.All-live concert performances from Elvis, Garth Brooks, Tina Turner, Barbara Streisand, Cher and many more. For more ticket information, call 843-839-5483 or visit www.celebrationmb.com.

December 5-10, 2011
The Alabama Theatre • Christmas Show
Show: 7:30 PM and 2:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
Celebrate the holiday season with The South’s Greatest Christmas Show at the Alabama Theatre. This award winning production brings amazing talent, scenery and special effects to create a spectacular new holiday musical.

December 7-9, 2011
The Palace Theatre • The Magical Spirit of Ireland
Time: 6:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Wednesday only • Price: $29.95
Celebrate the New Year with the new upbeat show featuring the Irish Tenors and the Celtic Ladies. This new production blends together the melodies of the amazing Irish Tenors with the exciting, raw energy of the world renowned Spirit of the Dance dancers.

December 7-10, 2011
Theatre of the Republic • Holiday on Main Street
Show: Wednesday – Saturday: 8:00 PM and Saturday at 3:00 PM• Price: $18.00
Don’t miss this annual production for an original holiday story is written with love and happiness of the Christmas season. For more information call 843-488-0821.

Thursday, December 8, 2011
Downtown Conway • Advent Candlelight Concerts
Time: 7:00 PM
Celebrate the holiday season with the First United Methodist Church. Members of the Long Bay Symphony perform candlelight concerts in Hut Chapel.

Thursday, December 8, 2011
Downtown Conway • Rivertown Christmas Celebration
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Visit Santa at Black Water Market and shop locate until 8:00 PM in Downtown Conway. Enjoy the holiday season with a festive horse-drawn carriage ride through downtown and an authentic Rivertown Christmas.

December 8-11, 2011
Downtown Conway • St. Nicholas Winterfest
*Thursday, December 8th • Time: 4:30  – 8:30 PM
Enjoy Downtown Conway’s holiday Cuisine featuring over 20 local restaurants and vendors
*Friday, December 9th • Time: 5:00 PM
Don’t miss the BBQ Cook-Off with the chance to vote for your favorite tasting and celebrity judging!
*Saturday, December 10th • Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The South Carolina Association’s brings the Wrap Up competition to an end. Also enjoy the St. Nicholas Festival Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair featuring over 100 vendors with fun and games for everyone!
*Sunday, December 11th • Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Don’t miss the St. Nicholas Festival Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair with over 100 vendors, food and entertainment for the whole family.

Saturday, December 10, 2011
Downtown Conway • Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 10th • Time: 10:00 AM
It’s that time of year again and Downtown Conway’s annual Christmas parade is back. So get in the holiday spirit this season at Horry County’s largest and more anticipated Christmas parades. The parade will take place on Main Street in Conway. For more information please call 843-248-2273.

Saturday, December 10, 2011
Surfside Beach • Christmas Parade
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The annual Surfside Beach Christmas parade will take place on Ocean Boulevard starting at 10th Avenue South. For more information call 843-650-9548.
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Murrells Inlet • Christmas Tour of Homes
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Price: $25.00 per person in advance (tickets are limited)
This must-see holiday event is back! Ticket price includes admission to eight stunning homes in historic Wachesaw Plantation. Grab your friends and spend the day touring beautiful homes and enjoy lunch at any of the Inlets find restaurants (lunch price not included in ticket coast). For more ticket information call 843-357-2007.

Saturday, December 10, 2011
Long Bay Symphony • House Concert
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM • Price: $35.00 • Where: 8814 N. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach.
Enjoy a Christmas classic concert from the Long Bay Symphony hosted by Michael King of KingOne Properties. The holiday concert will take place at one of the oceanfront homes in the Dunes Club area. Representatives will hold a tour and reception prior to the concert from KingOne Properties.


Sunday, December 10, 2011
Barefoot Landing • Santa Photos
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM • Where: Lakeview Courtyard
Bring the kids to Barefoot Landing this year for pictures with Santa! Each guest will receive one free picture with Santa a special treat and a carousel. The opportunity to purchase additional photo packages will be available as well.
 
December 2-18, 2011
The Atlantic Stage • A Christmas Story
Show: Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 PM; and Sundays at 3:00 PM • Price: General Public $25.00; Students: $15.00
Atlantic Stage presents A Christmas Story, based on humorist Jean Shepherd’s memories of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s. Follow 9-year-old Ralphie Parker on his quest to get a genuine Red Ryper BB gun for Christmas this year. A Christmas Story is destined to become a theatrical holiday perennial. For more information call 877-287-8587.

Are you an Alabama Fan?  Come to Myrtle Beach to Experience their true beginnings

Are you an Alabama Fan?  Check out the Bowery, where they played from 1973 - 1980.

The 8th Wonder of the World®… THE BOWERY- a landmark located 50 yards from the Atlantic Ocean in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, U.S.A., has been entertaining millions from all over the globe since 1944, with its genuine southern hospitality.
 
In season (Mar. – Oct.), The “World Famous” Bowery is open 7 days a week from 11AM – 4 AM and features cold drinks and live entertainment every night starting at 8:30 featuring The Bounty Hunters and special guest bands on Sunday nights, with a friendly relaxed atmosphere and a “Ya’ Can’t Beat Fun®” attitude.

The Bowery’s house band from 1973 -1980 was country super group “ALABAMA”, who still consider it their home, and make numerous appearances throughout the year. The Bowery’s place in music history was secured after Alabama was inducted into the County Music Hall of Fame in 2005.

The waiters also entertain the crowds by carrying many mugs of beer at one time to their customers. Scuba Osborne – a waiter at The Bowery – has the record according to the Guinness Book for carrying 34 mugs of beer (without a tray). Another former waiter at The Bowery, Don’t Cry Joe, has a record set back in the 1930’s for dancing 5,295 consecutive hours.

The Bowery has an extensive souvenir list with many unique items featuring The Bowery logo from T-shirts and hats to hot sauces and cigarettes. We even have our own “Bowery Iced Beer”! These items are available at the club, by phone / mail order, and over The Bowery’s website.

Because of The Bowery’s long and unique history, many tourists to the Myrtle Beach area stop by just to get a glimpse of The Bowery. Regulars and people who have visited The Bowery on vacation have encouraged others to visit through word of mouth. The Bowery’s expertise is providing live entertainment to create an atmosphere of fun. This is where The Bowery obtained one of their slogans, which is trademarked – Ya’ Can’t Beat Fun!
There’s Never A Dull Moment at THE BOWERY!


If you want to check out where they started, make sure to devote an evening to going to the Bowery and listening to the next Alabama band, you never know what can happen next.

For more information visit, www.thebowery.com.
 

Oldest Gift Shop in Myrtle Beach Still has Everything for that family souvenir

This multistoried oceanfront place bills itself as the World's Largest Gift Shop. Great place to kill a few hours.  This  gift shop not only is one of the largest on the east coast and the oldest, having been in operation for more than 65 years. They have something for everyone in our store to fit every budget. Gay Dolphin is listed in the Top 50 Signs to Remember. And according to statistics, they are one of the top two places revisited by people year after year.

There's a truly incredible amount of stuff here, and its always fun to browse through it. You'll always find something you never saw before. It has been open since 1948, and is open year-round, 7 days a week.

Make sure to check it out when you are cruising along the boulevard.  You never know what you might find and just have to have to bring home.

Please visit, www.gaydolphin.com for more information.

GAY DOLPHIN GIFT COVE
916 N. Ocean Blvd
(843) 448-6550
Website: Gay Dolphin

Runners get ready for the 5th Annual Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot 2011

The Grand Strand Turkey Trot 2011

November 24 @ 8:00 AM

Please join the fun event Thanksgiving morning.  They have a 8k, 5k, 1 mile and the Tot Trot.

A Family Event with races for all!
 
Entering its 5th year the "Myrtle Beach" Grand Strand Turkey Trot at Grand Park in Market Common , Myrtle Beach, SC (the original and only Turkey Trot in Myrtle Beach) is now a part of the local holiday tradition! This offers family and friends a happy and healthy way to start off one of the best days of the year.  Come out and enjoy one of Myrtle Beach's foremost sporting events!

Start Times: The event kicks off with the 1 mile at 8:30 a.m., the 8K and 5K will start at 9 a.m., and lastly for our most important little ones will be the Tot Trot at 10:15 a.m.  
 
Myrtle Beach's Grand Strand Turkey Trot is produced and managed by Race Management Systems (RMSSPORTS).  RMSSPORTS is the oldest and most respected Sports Management Company in the Grand Strand Area and in the US.  For the past four years, RMSSPORTS has worked in conjunction with the city of Myrtle Beach to offer a memorable and exciting holiday event for all participants.  


To register, please visit, www.mbturkeytrotrun.racesonline.com

Tanger Outlets have two locations in Myrtle Beach.  Check Out them on Black Friday.

Tanger Outlet Malls to extend shopping hours for Black Friday 2011

The day after Thanksgiving, know as Black Friday, is the busiest shopping day of the year in the United States. Many of the popular outlet shopping malls in the Southeast will open at midnight or earlier at the end of Thanksgiving Day and stay open through the day and into the evening on Black Friday until 9 p.m. or 10 p.m. Other outlet malls will open much earlier than usual the morning of Black Friday. 

In addition to offering the extended shopping hours, many malls and individual stores offer giveaways, hot sales and great bargains. Make sure to confirm details, which may be subject to change, with each center before making your final shopping and travel plans.

2011 Thanksgiving Evening 10 p.m. Openings - The following outlet centers have announced 10 p.m. openings at the end of Thanksgiving Day (November 24, 2011), with shopping hours continuing after midnight, through the early morning hours, into the day and evening of Friday, November 25th until 9 p.m.
Two locations in Myrtle Beach.  Hwy 17 and Hwy 501.
Tanger Outlet Center
10835 Kings Road
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29572
843-449-0491

Offers over 100 brand name manufacturer and designer outlet stores.
Name and Location:

Highlights:
Adidas, Nautica, Tommy Hilfiger, Little Me, Coach Factory, Old Navy Outlet, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Liz Claiborne Outlet, Osh Kosh B'Gosh

Tanger Outlet Center on 501
4635 Factory Stores Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, SC  29579
843-236-5100

Highlights:

Aeropostale, Coach Factory, Tommy Hilfiger, Jones New York, Nike Factory Store, Cole Haan Factory Store, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store

 

The South’s Grandest Christmas Show at Alabama Theatre

The South's Grandest Christmas Show

Celebrate the holidays in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with the Alabama Theatre's award winning production, The South's Grandest Christmas Show.  This year's Christmas extravaganza brings an incredible combination of talent, scenery and special effects to the Grand Strand to produce a spectacular new holiday musical experience sure to put you in the season's spirit.

The South's Grandest Christmas Show will instill the true meaning of Christmas in your family with its combination of traditional Christmas classics and contemporary holiday favorites.  The South's Grandest Christmas Show is a southern family tradition on the Grand Strand with visitors and locals returning year after year.

Also featured in this year's show will be comedian Ricky Mokel who always puts a new twist on the Christmas season.  So, if you want to celebrate Christmas with an evening filled with song, dance and laughter, the Alabama Theatre is the place you want to be with your family and friends.

Christmas on Ice at the Palace Theatre

Christmas on Ice
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND IN 2011!
November 1 - December 30

From the Creators of the International smash hit show, Spirit of the Dance, comes this new and exciting show featuring championship ice skaters, the best high-kicking dancers this side of New York and all your favorite Christmas songs sung by the best of Broadway and London's West End in this two-hour holiday extravaganza. 

Start Christmas in Style as Santa and his merry helpers take you on an unforgettable nostalgic Christmas journey on a 40 ft ice skating rink and massive winter wonderland stage.  Songs include: White Christmas, Winter Wonderland, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Chestnuts Roasting, Jingle Bells, Away in a Manger, O Come All Ye Faithful, Let it Snow, Silent Night, Hark the Herald Angels Sing, Deck The Halls, Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree, O Holy Night, and many more...


There is no other show like this in Myrtle Beach! Christmas on Ice guarantees to be the new family favorite for the Holiday Season on the Grand Strand. Christmas on Ice is pure Christmas magic. It’s perfect for all the family and radiates so much fun and festive cheer; it could turn on all the Christmas lights in Town!

Carolina Opry Christmas Special

Carolina Opry Christmas Special

A holiday tradition for over 25 years, The Carolina Opry Christmas Special brings the spirit of Christmas to life with music, comedy and dance; the theater is transformed into a winter wonderland where the magic of the season comes alive. Referred to as "The Holiday Show of the South," this show is at the top of every Myrtle Beach Holiday list.
Think you have seen this show? Think again! The 2011 season brings exciting new changes blended with your favorite traditions; new talent mingled with your favorite rotating artists - including Moses Braxton and Rocky Fretz! As always, nothing compares to the award winning costuming and special effects of The Carolina Opry Christmas Special; complete with the nation's biggest laser light show, all combined to support what critics have called the most talented cast on any stage, anywhere - period.

Among the new talent for the 2011 season is Nathan Herron. A vocal phenomenon, Herron is sure to become a treasured new part of your family's Carolina Opry tradition. From his features on FOX's "American Idol" and CMT's "Can You Duet" to his full time ministry performance and mission work, Herron has won over hearts across America - and he is soon to win yours.

Back for the 2011 season, internationally acclaimed vocalist Moses Braxton is known for his strikingly rich bass tones and dynamic stage presence. Moses returned for the 25th anniversary season in 2010 after a 3-year absence and received such an overwhelming response that we brought him back again for the 2011 season - you don't want to miss it!
Rocky Fretz also returns for the Christmas season! A member of the original Carolina Opry cast in 1986, Rocky Fretz has been dazzling our audiences for over 25 years. Rocky's famous charisma and stunning piano solos, which range from timeless Christmas classics to original compositions, bring audiences to their feet.

The Carolina Opry Christmas Special is the original Christmas show in Myrtle Beach and has been a perennial vote leader as Best Holiday Show in Myrtle Beach. Shows run November 1 through January 2, 2012, with regular evening performances and selectively scheduled matinees. For a full schedule and to book tickets call 800-843-6779 or visit www.TheCarolinaOpry.com

Night of a 1000 candles at Brookgreen Gardens

Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles 
December 2-3, 9-10, 15, 16 & 17, 2011 From 3 - 10 p.m.
 
See Brookgreen Gardens come to life amid the soft glow of more than 5,500 hand-lit candles and countless sparkling lights. Walk the paths with a warm cup of cider, hear the sounds of hand bells ringing, carolers singing, and celebrate the season with family and friends. More than 30 acres of the gardens are open to the public creating a magical wonderland that will leave you awe struck as you stroll through ten unique garden areas. Candles aboard colorful floating bulbs drift softly in the fountains surrounding sculpture as white lights gently cling to the limbs of mossy oaks, all illuminating the gardens with the magic of the holiday season. Each night an extensive array of musical performances will be held throughout the gardens as local choral ensembles, hand bell choirs and jazz groups play classical and current holiday favorites and a variety of musicians stroll the lighted paths.

Nights of a Thousand Candles is one of South Carolina’s premier holiday festivals not to be missed. Come see why the Southeastern Tourism Society calls Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles one of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast.

Tickets
Purchase Nights of a Thousand Candles tickets early and save on adult admission - Through November 30, discounted adult tickets are $13 and Individual and Family Members discounted tickets are $9*. Tickets are available online and at Brookgreen’s Admission Plaza, Lowcountry Information Center, and by phone at (843) 235-6016. If you wish to have your tickets mailed to you, we must receive your order by November 25. A $2 processing fee will be charged to mail tickets. Huntington Society, Chairman Council or President Council members please call (843) 235-6016 or go online to receive your tickets. In December, adult tickets are $16 and child tickets (ages 4-12) are $7. Tickets are $11 for Individual and Family Members* and member-child tickets (ages 4-12) are $5. All children age three and under are free.
For group reservation of 15 guests or more, please call (800) 849-1931 or (843) 235-6021.

Entertainment will be there nightly, please visit our website for details.  Also, make sure to check out the indoor exhibits.  Opening Friday during Thanksgiving weekend, our festive indoor exhibits offer a bright beginning to the holiday the season. Created by our horticulture staff, Signs of the Season in Flora and Fauna provides inspiration for decorating your own home with poinsettia and bromeliad trees, wreaths, and assorted natural materials. The display of five vintage carousel animals enhances the beauty of this exhibit. Signs of the Season in Art and History displays, beautiful artwork including sculpture and paintings. Themed Christmas trees will depict holiday ornamentation from the late-19th century to the mid-20th century, including extensive collections of Victorian and pre-World War II-era ornaments. Accompanying the trees are authentic period costumes made by fabric sculptor Mary Roehr of Fort Mill, SC. Holiday gingerbread houses created by Holly Huntey, a talented area pastry chef, will be on view. A special treat for young and old alike will be the display of vintage trains on loan from local collectors.



Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 11//27- 12/3, 2011

November 27 – December 3

Thru December 31, 2011
Medieval Times • Dinner and Tournament
Show: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM • Price: Adult: $50.95 Child: $30.95
Enjoy the splendor, pageantry and romance that would have been yours as a royal guest centuries ago. Two-Hour live performance with utensil-free feast served by wenches/serfs -set inside of an 11th century style castle! For more information call 888-WE-JOUST or visit www.medievaltimes.com

Thru December 31, 2011
Pelican’s Stadium Parking Lot • Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
A one-of-a-kind drive-through Christmas light & music spectacular. Guests will drive through a maze filled with hundreds of thousands of LED lights performed in synchronization with Christmas tunes on their radio. For additional information call (423) 340-2431 or visit www.shadrackchristmas.com

Sunday, November 27, 2011
The House of Blues • Gospel Brunch
Show: 09:00 AM • Prices: $0.00 - KIDS 0-6, $9.95 - KIDS 7-12, $19.95 - ADULTS
Praise the Lord and pass the biscuits! Come to the House of Blues and experience our popular Sunday Gospel Brunch, featuring live music with Gospel trio *GLORY* and an amazing buffet to feed the body and the soul! ***No tickets for this event…it is first come first serve in our restaurant every Sunday and is continuous from 9am - 2pm

November 27 – December 3, 2011
Brookgreen Gardens • Holiday Exhibits
Signs of the Season in Flora and Fauna- In the Noble Gallery, evergreen trees, wreaths, and plaques decorated with assorted natural materials; along with vintage carousel animal figures add beauty to this exhibit. Signs of the Season in Art and History - In the Jennewein Gallery, Christmas trees, art, and furnishings reflecting the holiday celebrations at Brookgreen in the late 19th and early 20th centuries are on display. These exhibits are free with garden admission.

November 27 – December 3, 2011
The Carolina Opry • Christmas Special
Show: 1:00 PM matinees (limited) and 7:00 PM, preshow starts at 6:30 PM
Price: Adult: $37.16-$51.12, Youth: $24.19-$51.12

November 28 – December 3, 2011
The Palace Theatre • Christmas On Ice
Time: 8:00 PM; and 10:00 AM on Wednesday only and 2:00 PM on Thursday only • Price: $29.95
Back for another record-breaking event, this highly acclaimed and exciting show features championship ice skaters, the best high-kicking dancers, and all your favorite Christmas hits! Start Christmas in style as Santa and his merry helpers take you on an unforgettable nostalgic Christmas journey on a 40 ft ice-skating rink and massive winter wonderland stage. Songs include: White Christmas, Winter Wonderland, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Jingle Bells, Away in a Manger, Let it Snow, Silent Night, Deck The Halls, and many more! There is no other show like this in Myrtle Beach!

November 28 – December 3, 2011
The Alabama Theatre • Christmas Show
Show: 7:30 PM and 2:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday only
Celebrate the holidays in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with the Alabama Theatre's award winning production, The South's Grandest Christmas Show.  This year's Christmas extravaganza brings an incredible combination of talent, scenery and special effects to the Grand Strand to produce a spectacular new holiday musical experience sure to put you in the season's spirit.

November 28 – December 3, 2011
Legends in Concert • Holiday Show
Show: 8:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Tuesday and Saturday only
Price: Adult: $37.95-$52.95, Child: $14.95-$52.95

Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Comedy Cabana • Open Mic Finals
Show: 8:00 PM • Price: $12.00

November 30 – December 3, 2011
The Palace Theatre • The Magical Spirit of Ireland
Time: 6:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Wednesday only • Price: $29.95
New for 2011 the Irish Tenors are joined with the amazing Celtic Laides. This fantastic new show blends together the lilting melodies of the Incredible Irish Tenors with the heart-pounding, raw energy of the world renowned Spirit of the Dance dancers in an incredible new production. The hugely talented Incredible Irish Tenors and Celtic Ladies will perform for you some of the most popular music of the 20th century including traditional Irish songs, opera, pop, musicals and swing.

November 27 – December 3, 2011
Brookgreen Gardens • Holiday Exhibits
Time: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Price: $13.00 through November 30; Adult: $16.00 and Child: $7.00 in December
See Brookgreen Gardens come to life amid the soft glow of more than 5,500 hand-lit candles and countless sparkling lights. Walk the paths with a warm cup of cider, hear the sounds of hand bells ringing, carolers singing, and celebrate the season with family and friends. More than 30 acres of the gardens are open to the public creating a magical wonderland that will leave you awe struck as you stroll through ten unique garden areas. Candles aboard colorful floating bulbs drift softly in the fountains surrounding sculpture as white lights gently cling to the limbs of mossy oaks, all illuminating the gardens with the magic of the holiday season. Each night an extensive array of musical performances will be held throughout the gardens as local choral ensembles, hand bell choirs and jazz groups play classical and current holiday favorites and a variety of musicians stroll the lighted paths.

Thursday, December 1, 2011
The Town of Surfside Beach • Christmas Tree Lighting
Time: 7:00 PM • Where: 115 Hwy 17 N., Surfside Beach
The Town of Surfside Beach's Christmas Tree Lighting will be on December 1, 2011 at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. For more information please call (843) 650-9548 or visit www.surfside.com

December 1-3, 2011
Atlantic Stage • A Christmas Story
Show: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM • Where: 900 79th Avenue N, Myrtle Beach
Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. The consistent response: "You'll shoot your eye out." You'll recognize all your favorite scenes and characters from the beloved motion picture. A CHRISTMAS STORY is destined to become a theatrical holiday perennial.

December 1-3, 2011
Comedy Cabana • Rich Vos *Special Event*
Show: 8:00 PM and 10:15 PM on Friday and Saturday • Price: $20.00-$23.00

December 2, 3, 2011
Brookgreen Gardens • Night of a Thousand Candles
Time: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Price: $15.00
This award winning festival has become a family tradition. Stroll the gardens and see thousands of hand-lit candles and white lights as musicians perform and carolers sing. For more information call (800) 849-1031 or visit www.brookgreen.com

Saturday, December 3, 2011
The House of Blues • Anthony Hamilton
Doors: 07:30 PM • Show: 08:30 PM • Prices: $35.00 - General Admission, $37.00 - Day of Show GA, $67.50 - Reserved Seat LOGE 1, $72.50 - Reserved Seat LOGE 2, $77.50 - Reserved Seat LOGE 3, $82.50 - Reserved Seat LOGE 4 • Ages: all
Ask about our "Pass the Line" and "Crash the Barricade" programs! *NOTE- Tickets are now available by visiting livenation.com, ticketmaster.com, by calling the Ticketmaster Phone Center at 1-800-745-3000 or through the House of Blues box office. *Our music hall is a NO SMOKING FACILITY* /This show is for all ages subject to parental discretion * If you have any additional questions call the House of Blues box office at (843) 272-3000.

Saturday, December 3, 2011
The Long Bay Symphony • Handel and Bach for the Advent Season
Time: 7:30 PM • Where: First Presbyterian Church Great Hall, Grissom Parkway Campus
The LBS Chamber Orchestra, a combined chorus of area singers and outstanding vocal soloists present a pair of seasonal favorites:  J.S. Bach's popular Advent cantata, Sleepers, Wake! (Cantata No. 140) and portions of Handel's oratorio, Messiah.
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Barefoot Landing • Santa Photos
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM • Where: Lakeview Courtyard
Bring the kids and the pets to have their picture taken with Santa at Barefoot Landing. One free picture with the opportunity to have purchase packages as well. They will also get a free treat and carousel ride while they’re there. Visit Santa’s Wonderland in the Lakeview Courtyard from noon until 3:00 p.m., Sat., Dec. 3, Dec, 10 and Dec. 17.

Saturday, December 3, 2011
Myrtle Beach State Park • We Found Santa on the Beach!
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Santa is at the beach making his list and checking it twice! Come get your picture (or your pet's) taken with Santa on the beach (please bring your own camera). Afterwards, enjoy some great holiday activities on the park. For more information please call (843) 238-0874 or visit www.myrtlebeachsp.com

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 11//20- 11/26, 2011

November 20 – November 26

Thru December 31, 2011
Medieval Times • Dinner and Tournament
Show: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM • Price: Adult: $50.95 Child: $30.95
Enjoy the splendor, pageantry and romance that would have been yours as a royal guest centuries ago. Two-Hour live performance with utensil-free feast served by wenches/serfs -set inside of an 11th century style castle! For more information call 888-WE-JOUST or visit www.medievaltimes.com

Thru December 31, 2011
Pelican’s Stadium Parking Lot • Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
A one-of-a-kind drive-through Christmas light & music spectacular. Guests will drive through a maze filled with hundreds of thousands of LED lights performed in synchronization with Christmas tunes on their radio. For additional information call (423) 340-2431 or visit www.shadrackchristmas.com

Sunday, November 20, 2011
Brunswick Little Theatre • The Fabulous Fable Table
Time: 3:00 PM
A Youth production of the Stagestruck Players. For tickets call 910-200-7785 or go to www.playhouse211.com

Sunday, November 20, 2011
The House of Blues • Gospel Brunch
Show: 09:00 AM • Prices: $0.00 - KIDS 0-6, $9.95 - KIDS 7-12, $19.95 - ADULTS
Praise the Lord and pass the biscuits! Come to the House of Blues and experience our popular Sunday Gospel Brunch, featuring live music with Gospel trio *GLORY* and an amazing buffet to feed the body and the soul! ***No tickets for this event…it is first come first serve in our restaurant every Sunday and is continuous from 9am - 2pm

November 20-26, 2011
The Carolina Opry • Christmas Special
Show: 1:00 PM matinees (limited) and 7:00 PM, preshow starts at 6:30 PM
Price: Adult: $37.16-$51.12, Youth: $24.19-$51.12

Monday, November 21, 2011
Myrtle Beach Convention Center • South Carolina Warriors vs. Columbus Riverballers
Time: 7:30 PM • Price: Adults: $10.00+online fee, Students: $5.00+online fee • Where: 2101 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach
The South Carolina Warriors are a professional basketball team based in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. They are an expansion franchise team of the American Basketball Association which will begin play in the 2011 season. They will play their first 6 games at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center and will play their remaining 6 home games at Socastee High School.

November 21-23, 25, 26, 2011
The Palace Theatre • Christmas On Ice
Time: 8:00 PM and 10:00 AM on Wednesday only • Price: $29.95
Back for another record-breaking event, this highly acclaimed and exciting show features championship ice skaters, the best high-kicking dancers, and all your favorite Christmas hits! Start Christmas in style as Santa and his merry helpers take you on an unforgettable nostalgic Christmas journey on a 40 ft ice-skating rink and massive winter wonderland stage. Songs include: White Christmas, Winter Wonderland, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Jingle Bells, Away in a Manger, Let it Snow, Silent Night, Deck The Halls, and many more! There is no other show like this in Myrtle Beach!

November 21-26, 2011
The Alabama Theatre • Christmas Show
Show: 7:30 PM and 2:00 PM on Friday and Saturday only
Celebrate the holidays in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with the Alabama Theatre's award winning production, The South's Grandest Christmas Show.  This year's Christmas extravaganza brings an incredible combination of talent, scenery and special effects to the Grand Strand to produce a spectacular new holiday musical experience sure to put you in the season's spirit.

November 21-26, 2011
Legends in Concert • Holiday Show
Show: 8:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday only
Price: Adult: $37.95-$52.95, Child: $14.95-$52.95

Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Comedy Cabana • Open Mic
Show: 8:00 PM • Price: $5.00

Wednesday, November 23, 2011
The Boathouse • Tru Sol’s 7th Anniversary Party
Tru Sol celebrates their 7th Anniversary party with you here at The Boathouse tonight!  Come groove with Sheryta, Dorian, Bishop and the crew as the party into the night.. And you know.. "ain't no party like a TRU SOL party.. cuz a TRU SOL party don't stop" !!

November 23, 25, 2011
The Palace Theatre • The Magical Spirit of Ireland
Time: 6:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Wednesday only • Price: $29.95
New for 2011 the Irish Tenors are joined with the amazing Celtic Laides. This fantastic new show blends together the lilting melodies of the Incredible Irish Tenors with the heart-pounding, raw energy of the world renowned Spirit of the Dance dancers in an incredible new production. The hugely talented Incredible Irish Tenors and Celtic Ladies will perform for you some of the most popular music of the 20th century including traditional Irish songs, opera, pop, musicals and swing.

November 23-26, 2011
Comedy Cabana • Rollin’ Jay Moore
Show: 8:00 PM and 10:15 PM on Friday and Saturday

November 24-26, 2011
Myrtle Beach Convention Center • Bluegrass Festival
Where: 2101 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach

Friday, November 25, 2011
The House of Blues • Mac Miller “The Blue Slide Park Tour”
Doors: 08:00 PM • Show: 09:00 PM • Prices: $20.00 - General Admission, $23.00 - Day of Show GA, $37.50 - Reserved Seat LOGE 1, $42.50 - Reserved Seat LOGE 2, $47.50 - Reserved Seat LOGE 3, $52.50 - Reserved Seat LOGE 4 • Ages: all
*CITI Pre Sale 7/21/11 @ 10am**Live Nation Pre Sale 7/21/11 @ 10am**Public On Sale 7/22/11 @ 11am* Ask about our "Pass the Line" and "Crash the Barricade" programs! *NOTE- Tickets are now available by visiting livenation.com, ticketmaster.com, by calling the Ticketmaster Phone Center at 1-800-745-3000 or through the House of Blues box office. *Our music hall is a NO SMOKING FACILITY* /This show is for all ages subject to parental discretion * If you have any additional questions call the House of Blues box office at (843) 272-3000

Friday, November 25, 2011
The Market Common • 4th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Time: 5:30 PM
The Market Common will celebrate the holiday season in Myrtle Beach with the 4th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony featuring an appearance by Santa, live entertainment, complimentary Canipes Hot Chocolate and more in Valor Park!
After the Tree Lighting Ceremony, enjoy a complimentary carriage ride through our festively decorated streets and take a photo with Santa by Grand 14 Cinema.

Friday, November 25, 2011
Children’s Museum of South Carolina • Fall Family Day!
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Fall Family Day Enjoy Harvest Bingo, Crafts, and games to celebrate the start to the holiday season! Bring a canned food item for our food drive and receive 1/2 price admission for your family!

November 25, 26, 2011
The House of Blues • Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
Show: 7:00 PM • Price: $42.00 - Family Style Seating
An interactive comedy ?Who dunnit? dinner show. A murder happens during the course of your meal and your held in the middle of a murder investigation. Everyone is a suspect?.figure out who the killer is and you may be rewarded! (This event is recommended for ages 13 and up /or parents discretion) Call the House of Blues box office at (843) 272-3000 to purchase tickets.

November 25, 26, 2011
Brookgreen Gardens • Holiday Exhibits
Signs of the Season in Flora and Fauna- In the Noble Gallery, evergreen trees, wreaths, and plaques decorated with assorted natural materials; along with vintage carousel animal figures add beauty to this exhibit. Signs of the Season in Art and History - In the Jennewein Gallery, Christmas trees, art, and furnishings reflecting the holiday celebrations at Brookgreen in the late 19th and early 20th centuries are on display. These exhibits are free with garden admission.

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 11//13- 11/19, 2011

November 13 – November 19

Thru December 31, 2011

Medieval Times • Dinner and Tournament

Show: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM • Price: Adult: $50.95 Child: $30.95

Enjoy the splendor, pageantry and romance that would have been yours as a royal guest centuries ago. Two-Hour live performance with utensil-free feast served by wenches/serfs -set inside of an 11th century style castle! For more information call 888-WE-JOUST or visit www.medievaltimes.com

 

Thru December 31, 2011

Pelican’s Stadium Parking Lot • Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland

Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

A one-of-a-kind drive-through Christmas light & music spectacular. Guests will drive through a maze filled with hundreds of thousands of LED lights performed in synchronization with Christmas tunes on their radio. For additional information call (423) 340-2431 or visit www.shadrackchristmas.com

 

Sunday, November 13, 2011

Myrtle Beach Convention Center • Dickens Christmas Show

Where: 2101 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach

For information, please go to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)or call 800-261-5991

 

Sunday, November 13, 2011

Brunswick Little Theatre • The Fabulous Fable Table

Time: 3:00 PM • Price: $15.00 •Where: Playhouse 211 at 4320 Southport-Supply Rd, SE (Hwy 211)

A Youth production of the Stagestruck Players. For tickets call 910-200-7785 or go to www.playhouse211.com

 

Sunday, November 13, 2011

The Alabama Theatre • Carolina Beach Music Awards

Show: 09:00 AM • Prices: $0.00 - KIDS

Hayes Jewelers presents the 17th annual Carolina Beach Music Awards honoring Beach Music's cutting edge performers, producers, writers and industry leaders.  Celebrate a music tradition older than Rock & Roll on Sunday, November 13, 2011

 

Sunday, November 13, 2011

The House of Blues • Gospel Brunch

Show: 3:00 PM • Prices: $39.95-$59.95

Praise the Lord and pass the biscuits! Come to the House of Blues and experience our popular Sunday Gospel Brunch, featuring live music with Gospel trio *GLORY* and an amazing buffet to feed the body and the soul! ***No tickets for this event…it is first come first serve in our restaurant every Sunday and is continuous from 9am - 2pm

 

November 13-19, 2011

The Carolina Opry • Christmas Special

Show: 1:00 PM matinees (limited) and 7:00 PM, preshow starts at 6:30 PM

Price: Adult: $37.16-$51.12, Youth: $24.19-$51.12

 

November 14-19, 2011

The Palace Theatre • Christmas On Ice

Time: 8:00 PM; and 10:00 AM on Wednesday only and 2:00 PM on Thursday only • Price: $29.95

Back for another record-breaking event, this highly acclaimed and exciting show features championship ice skaters, the best high-kicking dancers, and all your favorite Christmas hits! Start Christmas in style as Santa and his merry helpers take you on an unforgettable nostalgic Christmas journey on a 40 ft ice-skating rink and massive winter wonderland stage. Songs include: White Christmas, Winter Wonderland, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Jingle Bells, Away in a Manger, Let it Snow, Silent Night, Deck The Halls, and many more! There is no other show like this in Myrtle Beach!

 

November 14-19, 2011

The Alabama Theatre • Christmas Show

Show: 7:30 PM and 2:00 PM on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday only

Celebrate the holidays in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with the Alabama Theatre's award winning production, The South's Grandest Christmas Show.  This year's Christmas extravaganza brings an incredible combination of talent, scenery and special effects to the Grand Strand to produce a spectacular new holiday musical experience sure to put you in the season's spirit.

 

November 14-19, 2011

Legends in Concert • Holiday Show

Show: 8:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Tuesday only

Price: Adult: $37.95-$52.95, Child: $14.95-$52.95

 

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Comedy Cabana • Open Mic

Show: 8:00 PM • Price: $5.00

 

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Myrtle Beach Art Museum • Seventh Annual Bag Ladies Luncheon

Show: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM • Price: Members: $35.00, Non-Members: $40.00

This lively and unusual fundraiser for the Art Museum features a fun-filled auction of vintage, gently used, one-of-a-kind and new ladies' handbags in an elegant luncheon setting. This is a wonderful opportunity for ladies who love art to support the Grand Strand's only art museum and to mingle with kindred spirits in a unique way. Tables of 10 can be purchased; reservations must be made with the Museum (238-2510).

 

November 16-18, 2011

The Palace Theatre • The Magical Spirit of Ireland

Time: 6:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Wednesday only • Price: $29.95

New for 2011 the Irish Tenors are joined with the amazing Celtic Laides. This fantastic new show blends together the lilting melodies of the Incredible Irish Tenors with the heart-pounding, raw energy of the world renowned Spirit of the Dance dancers in an incredible new production. The hugely talented Incredible Irish Tenors and Celtic Ladies will perform for you some of the most popular music of the 20th century including traditional Irish songs, opera, pop, musicals and swing.

 

November 16-19, 2011

Comedy Cabana • Comedy Hypnotist Gary Conrad

Show: 8:00 PM and 10:15 PM on Friday and Saturday • Price: $15.00

 

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Broadway at the Beach • Live After 5 in Celebrity Square!

Time: 5:00 PM

Meet your friends for a fun and relaxing evening after work at Broadway at the Beach’s Celebrity Square. Enjoy live music on the main stage from the Ten Toes Up starting at 5:30pm.

 

Friday, November 18, 2011

Barefoot Landing • The “Lighting of the Landing” and Santa’s Arrival

Time: 7:00 PM

Come join us for the start of our holiday season. Santa will arrive on the Barefoot Princess on the Waterway, then he'll visit as we get ready to light the big Christmas tree. We will then move to the Lakeview Courtyard where there will be caroling, refreshments, live animals from the nativity scene, free carousel rides and of course, Mrs. Claus and Santa himself! Bring the whole family and join the holiday fun! Then visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, wander through the shops and enjoy the decorations and treats.

 

Friday, November 18, 2011

Myrtle Beach Convention Center • South Carolina Warriors vs. The Carolina Jaguars

Time: 7:30 PM • Price: Adults: $10.00+online fee, Students: $5.00+online fee •Where: 2101 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach

The South Carolina Warriors are a professional basketball team based in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. They are an expansion franchise team of the American Basketball Association which will begin play in the 2011 season. They will play their first 6 games at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center and will play their remaining 6 home games at Socastee High School.

 

November 18, 19, 2011

Brunswick Little Theatre • The Fabulous Fable Table

Time: 7:30 PM • Price: $15.00 •Where: Playhouse 211 at 4320 Southport-Supply Rd, SE (Hwy 211)

A Youth production of the Stagestruck Players. For tickets call 910-200-7785 or go to www.playhouse211.com

 

Saturday, November 19, 2011

The House of Blues • Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre

Show: 7:00 PM • Price: $42.00 - Family Style Seating

An interactive comedy ?Who dunnit? dinner show. A murder happens during the course of your meal and your held in the middle of a murder investigation. Everyone is a suspect?.figure out who the killer is and you may be rewarded! (This event is recommended for ages 13 and up /or parents discretion) Call the House of Blues box office at (843) 272-3000 to purchase tickets.

 

Saturday, November 19, 2011

The House of Blues • Josh Turner

Doors: 07:30 PM • Show: 08:30 PM • Prices: $41.00 - General Admission, $44.00 - Day of Show GA, $79.50 - Reserved Seat LOGE 1, $84.50 - Reserved Seat LOGE 2, $89.50 - Reserved Seat LOGE 3, $94.50 - Reserved Seat LOGE 4 • Ages: all

Ask about our "Pass the Line" and "Crash the Barricade" programs! *NOTE- Tickets are now available by visiting livenation.com, ticketmaster.com, by calling the Ticketmaster Phone Center at 1-800-745-3000 or through the House of Blues box office. *Our music hall is a NO SMOKING FACILITY* /This show is for all ages subject to parental discretion * If you have any additional questions call the House of Blues box office at (843) 272-3000

 

Saturday, November 19, 2011

Murrells Inlet • Oyster Roast

Time: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM • Price: $30.00 in advance, $35.00 day of the event

This annual creek-front tradition is a favorite for locals and visitors.  Oyster-eaters belly up to the tables for an all-you-can-eat afternoon feast of steamed oysters. And you can bet...you will get your belly-fully of oysters that afternoon. A menu of other food items (burgers, dogs, chowder and more), beer and soda are separately priced.  Free admission to the event.   Entertainment.  Guaranteed a fun afternoon for all. Event is rain or shine.  Bring an oyster knife or buy one at the roast.  Call 843-357-2007 for more information. 

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 11/6 - 11/12, 2011

November 6 – November 12

Thru December 31, 2011
Medieval Times • Dinner and Tournament
Show: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM • Price: Adult: $50.95 Child: $30.95
Enjoy the splendor, pageantry and romance that would have been yours as a royal guest centuries ago. Two-Hour live performance with utensil-free feast served by wenches/serfs -set inside of an 11th century style castle! For more information call 888-WE-JOUST or visit www.medievaltimes.com

Sunday, November 6, 2011
Myrtle Beach Convention Center • C & E Gun Show
Where: 2101 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach
C&E Gun Shows is dedicated to producing the most professional, safest and ethical gun shows in the country. We strive to provide our patrons with the best available selection of firearms, ammo, knives and related merchandise, and our dealers with the largest crowds of qualified buyers anywhere, while always doing all we can do to protect the Constitution of the United States of America. A note about the Second Amendment, the Second Amendment, while being second on the list of several very important Amendments, is actually the most important of them all. It is the only amendment that guarantees all the other rights. "Without the 2nd Amendment, we would be a country of unarmed subjects."

The Palace Theatre • Why Do Fools Fall in Love?
Show: 3:00 PM
Four girlfriends gather to celebrate the upcoming wedding of one of their own. As the bachelorette party picks up steam and the drinks flow, the girls discover more about each other’s love lives than they had ever imagined. WHY DO FOOLS FALL IN LOVE? re-affirms that during real-life struggles, friendship will unveil its everlasting strength. And it does it with a real rockin' beat!

November 6-12, 2011
The Carolina Opry • Christmas Special
Show: 1:00 PM matinees (limited) and 7:00 PM, preshow starts at 6:30 PM
Price: Adult: $37.16-$51.12, Youth: $24.19-$51.12

November 7-12, 2011
The Palace Theatre • Christmas On Ice
Time: 8:00 PM; and 10:00 AM on Wednesday only and 2:00 PM on Thursday only • Price: $29.95
Back for another record-breaking event, this highly acclaimed and exciting show features championship ice skaters, the best high-kicking dancers, and all your favorite Christmas hits! Start Christmas in style as Santa and his merry helpers take you on an unforgettable nostalgic Christmas journey on a 40 ft ice-skating rink and massive winter wonderland stage. Songs include: White Christmas, Winter Wonderland, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Jingle Bells, Away in a Manger, Let it Snow, Silent Night, Deck The Halls, and many more! There is no other show like this in Myrtle Beach!

November 7-12, 2011
The Alabama Theatre • Christmas Show
Show: 7:30 PM and 2:00 PM on Tuesday and Saturday only
Celebrate the holidays in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with the Alabama Theatre's award winning production, The South's Grandest Christmas Show.  This year's Christmas extravaganza brings an incredible combination of talent, scenery and special effects to the Grand Strand to produce a spectacular new holiday musical experience sure to put you in the season's spirit.

November 7-12, 2011
Legends in Concert • Holiday Show
Show: 8:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Tuesday only
Price: Adult: $37.95-$52.95, Child: $14.95-$52.95

Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Comedy Cabana • Open Mic
Show: 8:00 PM • Price: $5.00

November 9-11, 2011
The Palace Theatre • The Magical Spirit of Ireland
Time: 6:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Wednesday only • Price: $29.95
New for 2011 the Irish Tenors are joined with the amazing Celtic Laides. This fantastic new show blends together the lilting melodies of the Incredible Irish Tenors with the heart-pounding, raw energy of the world renowned Spirit of the Dance dancers in an incredible new production. The hugely talented Incredible Irish Tenors and Celtic Ladies will perform for you some of the most popular music of the 20th century including traditional Irish songs, opera, pop, musicals and swing.

November 9-12, 2011
Comedy Cabana • Mike Burton
Show: 8:00 PM and 10:15 PM on Friday and Saturday

November 9, 2011
The Market Common • Wine Tasting at Travinia featuring Pottery Barn
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
5:00 PM - Enjoy complimentary appetizers from Travinia and learn how to host your own wine tasting at Pottery Barn!
6:00 PM - Taste 3 featured wines at Travinia and appetizers for $10. Live music!

Thursday, November 10, 2011
Broadway at the Beach • Live After 5 in Celebrity Square!
Time: 5:00 PM    
Meet your friends for a fun and relaxing evening after work at Broadway at the Beach’s Celebrity Square. Enjoy live music on the main stage from the Ten Toes Up starting at 5:30pm.

November 10-12, 2011
Myrtle Beach Convention Center • Dickens Christmas Show
Where: 2101 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach
For information, please go to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call 800-261-5991

Friday, November 11, 2011
The House of Blues • Los Lonely Boys
Show: 09:00 PM • Prices: $20.00 - General Admission, $23.00 - Day of Show GA. $30.00 - Reserved Seat LOGE Advance, $35.00 - Reserved Seat LOGE Day of Show • Ages: all
Ask about our "Pass the Line" and "Crash the Barricade" programs! *NOTE- Tickets are now available by visiting livenation.com, ticketmaster.com, by calling the Ticketmaster Phone Center at 1-800-745-3000 or through the House of Blues box office. *Our music hall is a NO SMOKING FACILITY* /This show is for all ages subject to parental discretion * If you have any additional questions call the House of Blues box office at (843) 272-3000

November 11, 12, 2011
Brunswick Little Theatre • The Fabulous Fable Table
Time: 7:30 PM • Price: $15.00 • Where: Playhouse 211 at 4320 Southport-Supply Rd, SE (Hwy 211)
A Youth production of the Stagestruck Players. For tickets call 910-200-7785 or go to www.playhouse211.com

November 11, 12, 2011
The House of Blues • Sherlock Holmes Themed Murder Mystery Themed Dinner Theatre
Show: 07:00 PM • Price: $42.00 - Family Style Seating • Ages: 13+
Sleuths, Motives, and Alibis! Come join us in the famed Indigo Room at the House of Blues for a night of Mystery and Mayhem as Detectives Sherlock Holmes and Mr. Watson attempt to uncover present day crimes with Victorian Flair! Enjoy a wonderful three-course meal while examining clues and uncovering suspects as YOU try to solve the crimes alongside Holmes and Watson! A night to remember for mystery buffs young and old.(This event is recommended for ages 13 and up /or parents discretion) Call the House of Blues Box Office at (843) 272-3000 to purchase tickets.

November 11 – December 31, 2011
Pelican’s Stadium Parking Lot • Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
A one-of-a-kind drive-through Christmas light & music spectacular. Guests will drive through a maze filled with hundreds of thousands of LED lights performed in synchronization with Christmas tunes on their radio. For additional information call (423) 340-2431 or visit www.shadrackchristmas.com

Saturday, November 12, 2011
The House of Blues • All Time Low with The Ready Set. He Is We
Show: 7:45 PM • Prices: $20.00-$23.00
All Time Low fan? Look no further. Eventful is where you'll find all the latest and most up-to-date information on All Time Low's 2011 tour dates. And the good news doesn't end there; All Time Low's 2011 tour will be rolling into North Myrtle Beach on November 12! Don't miss All Time Low at House Of Blues - Myrtle Beach during their 2011 concert tour: snap up those All Time Low tickets before they sell out!

November 12-13, 2011
The Market Commons • Art in the Park
Time: 1:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Outdoor judged art show featuring artists from the region. Browse hand-made jewelry, sculpture, paintings, photography & more in Valor Park!

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 10/30 - 11/5, 2011

October 30 – November 5

Sunday, October 30, 2011
Medieval Times • Dinner and Tournament - thru December 31, 2011
Show: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM • Price: Adult: $50.95 Child: $30.95
Enjoy the splendor, pageantry and romance that would have been yours as a royal guest centuries ago. Two-Hour live performance with utensil-free feast served by wenches/serfs -set inside of an 11th century style castle! For more information call 888-WE-JOUST or visit www.medievaltimes.com

The Long Bay Symphony • A Halloween Extravaganza
Show: 4:00 PM • Where: Myrtle Beach High School Music & Arts Center
A program of chilling orchestral masterpieces, including Bach’s Tocccata and Fugue in D minor, Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain, “March to the Scaffold” from Berlioz’ Symphonie fantastique, Liszt’s Mephisto Waltz, “In the Hall of the Mountain King” and other selections from Grieg’s incidental music to the epic play Peer Gynt, the “Witch’s Ride” from the opera Hansel and Gretel and more.

The House of Blues • Gospel Brunch
Show: 09:00 AM • Prices: $0.00 - KIDS 0-6, $9.95 - KIDS 7-12, $19.95 - ADULTS
Praise the Lord and pass the biscuits! Come to the House of Blues and experience our popular Sunday Gospel Brunch, featuring live music with Gospel trio *GLORY* and an amazing buffet to feed the body and the soul! ***No tickets for this event…it is first come first serve in our restaurant every Sunday and is continuous from 9am - 2pm

Atlantic Stage • Boeing-Boeing
Show: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM • Where: 900 79th Avenue N, Myrtle Beach
In this Tony-winning hit, Bernard, a successful architect living in a posh Paris apartment, has been deftly juggling three fiancées who are all flight attendants. It's easy, with good timing and a bit of assistance from his reluctant housekeeper who plays romantic air-traffic controller. But, this supersonic lifestyle hits turbulence when his old college friend visits and each of his three fiancées changes her flight schedule. Recommended for adults and children ages 12 and older.

Dr. Scream's Haunted Mansion • Myrtle Waves
7:00 PM - Midnight - $10.00 per ticket

Monday, October 31, 2011

Murrells Inlet • Halloween on the Marshwalk
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
It's an annual Inlet tradition now! Children are invited to trick-or-treat along the Marshwalk 5 pm - 6 pm. The Children's Costume Contest winners will be announced at 6:00 pm. Later in the evening, the adult fun ensues 7 pm - 10:30 pm, as the costumed marauders prowl the Marshwalk.

Barefoot Landing • Halloween Trick-or-Treat
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Dress up the kids and bring them out to Barefoot Landing for safe and fun trick or treating. Pick up a free bag in the Lakeview Courtyard and while you're there, let the kids ride the carousel for FREE.

The Market Common • Halloween Trick-or-Treat
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Broadway at the Beach • Halloween Trick-or-Treat
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Calling all ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume and come out to Broadway at the Beach for an evening full of surprises! Enjoy trick or treating in a safe and fun environment, while you collect all the goodies your little hands can hold.

Brookgreen Gardens • New Butterfly House Open
Time: Open Daily from 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM •  Price: Adult: $3.00 and Child: $2.00 • 30 minute timed visit
This seasonal exhibit features a lush garden filled with tropical plants where hundreds of butterflies soar through the air. Monarch, Zebra Longwing, Polydamas Swallowtails, Pipevine Swallowtails, Spicebush Swallowtails, Julias, Buckeyes, Queens, Painted Lady, and American Lady are just a few of the species that call Whispering Wings home. We will add dozens of other species throughout the summer and fall. All over the world, butterflies are valued for their beauty and currently inhabit every continent except Antarctica. Colorful, dainty creatures, butterflies belong to the Lepidoptera order of insects. They are cold-blooded and depend on the sun to regulate their temperature. They are essential pollinators in the garden and need nectar plants for adult butterflies, host plants to provide food and camouflage for caterpillars, and plants that provide shelter from wind and predators. Whispering Wings contains a pupae emergence room where visitors may observe the transformation from chrysalis to adult butterflies. Interpretive signs throughout the exhibit and benches provide a restful place to watch their delicate beauty in flight.

November 1-5, 2011
The Palace Theatre • Christmas On Ice
Time: 8:00 PM; and 10:00 AM on Wednesday only and 2:00 PM on Thursday only • Price: $29.95
Back for another record-breaking event, this highly acclaimed and exciting show features championship ice skaters, the best high-kicking dancers, and all your favorite Christmas hits! Start Christmas in style as Santa and his merry helpers take you on an unforgettable nostalgic Christmas journey on a 40 ft ice-skating rink and massive winter wonderland stage. Songs include: White Christmas, Winter Wonderland, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Jingle Bells, Away in a Manger, Let it Snow, Silent Night, Deck The Halls, and many more! There is no other show like this in Myrtle Beach!

November 1-5, 2011
The Alabama Theatre • Christmas Show
Show: 7:30 PM and 2:00 PM on Saturday only
Celebrate the holidays in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with the Alabama Theatre's award winning production, The South's Grandest Christmas Show.  This year's Christmas extravaganza brings an incredible combination of talent, scenery and special effects to the Grand Strand to produce a spectacular new holiday musical experience sure to put you in the season's spirit.

November 1-5, 2011
Legends in Concert • Holiday Show
Show: 8:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Tuesday only
Price: Adult: $37.95-$52.95, Child: $14.95-$52.95

November 1-5, 2011
The Carolina Opry • Christmas Special
Show: 1:00 PM matinees (limited) and 7:00 PM, preshow starts at 6:30 PM
Price: Adult: $37.16-$51.12, Youth: $24.19-$51.12

November 1-5, 2011
The Palace Theatre • Why Do Fools Fall in Love?
Show: 8:00 PM
Four girlfriends gather to celebrate the upcoming wedding of one of their own. As the bachelorette party picks up steam and the drinks flow, the girls discover more about each other’s love lives than they had ever imagined. WHY DO FOOLS FALL IN LOVE? re-affirms that during real-life struggles, friendship will unveil its everlasting strength. And it does it with a real rockin' beat!

November 2-4, 2011
The Palace Theatre • The Magical Spirit of Ireland
Time: 6:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Wednesday only • Price: $29.95
New for 2011 the Irish Tenors are joined with the amazing Celtic Laides. This fantastic new show blends together the lilting melodies of the Incredible Irish Tenors with the heart-pounding, raw energy of the world renowned Spirit of the Dance dancers in an incredible new production. The hugely talented Incredible Irish Tenors and Celtic Ladies will perform for you some of the most popular music of the 20th century including traditional Irish songs, opera, pop, musicals and swing.

Thursday, November 3, 2011
Broadway at the Beach • Live After 5 in Celebrity Square!
Time: 5:00 PM
Meet your friends for a fun and relaxing evening after work at Broadway at the Beach’s Celebrity Square. Enjoy live music on the main stage from the Ten Toes Up starting at 5:30pm.

November 3-5, 2011
Comedy Cabana • Richie Minervini
Show: 8:00 PM and 10:15 PM on Friday and Saturday • Price: $15.00+tax

Saturday, November 5, 2011
The House of Blues • Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
Show: 7:00 PM • Price: $42.00 - Family Style Seating
An interactive comedy ? Who dunnit? dinner show. A murder happens during the course of your meal and your held in the middle of a murder investigation. Everyone is a suspect?.figure out who the killer is and you may be rewarded! (This event is recommended for ages 13 and up /or parents discretion) Call the House of Blues box office at (843) 272-3000 to purchase tickets.

Myrtle Beach Art Museum• Free Family Day Celebrating Dia de los Muertos
Show: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
A celebration of Mexican culture fills the Museum and grounds with the festive atmosphere of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). Visitors can enjoy an array of displays including an artist's altar; workshops for crafts such as masks, sugar skulls and colorful papel picado (cut paper banners); demonstrations and events including traditional Mexican dancing, music by a Mariachi band and a children's pinata. This traditional Mexican holiday is a delight for all ages. 2011 marks the ninth anniversary of our Dia de los Muertos celebration.

The Long Bay Symphony • House Concert
Show: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM • Price: $35.00 • Where: 315 Ocean View Drive, Myrtle Beach
In partnership with the Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®, this concert will be hosted by Maggie Boineau of Vintage Estates Christies MB. The home is a five-acre Ocean Estate in Briarcliffe as seen in Christies Magazine and recognized globally. A tour will be included along with wine and light refreshments. Featuring a brass quintet from the Long Bay Symphony.

Myrtle Beach Convention Center • C & E Gun Show
Where: 2101 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach
C&E Gun Shows is dedicated to producing the most professional, safest and ethical gun shows in the country. We strive to provide our patrons with the best available selection of firearms, ammo, knives and related merchandise, and our dealers with the largest crowds of qualified buyers anywhere, while always doing all we can do to protect the Constitution of the United States of America. A note about the Second Amendment, the Second Amendment, while being second on the list of several very important Amendments, is actually the most important of them all. It is the only amendment that guarantees all the other rights. "Without the 2nd Amendment, we would be a country of unarmed subjects."

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Historic Place that is brought to life with year-round events, The Myrtle Beach Train Depot

For the next three decades, the Depot served as the city’s activity hub, welcoming passenger trains full of vacationing families and boxcars full of supplies and building materials.  In 1967, with train travel waning, Atlantic Coastline Railroad sold the Depot and 1.25 acres to a beverage distributor, which constructed offices and warehouses on the site.  These new buildings blocked the view of the Depot from main roads.  The company also removed an exterior freight dock from the Depot and replaced it with an enclosed two-bay maintenance garage for trucks.  The remainder of the building was used for storage and warehousing.

In 1999, the property owner decided to move the distributorship, and the Depot property was placed on the market.  After several months with no viable offers, the owner was advised that the property might sell more quickly as vacant land.  When word spread that a demolition permit had been requested for the Depot, a public outcry arose to save one of Myrtle Beach’s few remaining historic buildings. At first, the

city worked with the owner to move the historic Depot to a new site, but the city eventually purchased the building and land outright for $750,000.

With the Depot safe from the wrecking ball, the city formed the Myrtle Beach All Aboard Committee and charged it with restoring the building and listing it on the National Register of Historic Places.  This volunteer group also was responsible for raising the money to accomplish those goals.  During the next four years, the committee raised more than $650,000 in grants and private donations to restore the structure and improve the site with parking facilities, lighting and landscaping.  Fund-raising projects included the sale of engraved pavers, scale models, t-shirts and limited-edition watercolor prints.  Carolina Southern Railroad also provided two sets of train rides from the Depot to raise money, and both were sellouts.

Because the added-on maintenance garage rendered the Depot ineligible for the National Register, the committee worked with the S.C. Department of Archives and History to develop demolition plans for the addition.  Research via the Caroliniana Library at USC provided photographic evidence of the Depot’s original appearance.  In 2001, the garage was successfully removed, and, on July 22, 2002, the Myrtle Beach Train Depot was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Even with this success, the project was far from complete.  During the next two years, the committee and volunteer architect Dale Gilliland worked to make the building habitable, without compromising its historic integrity.  Using money raised by the committee, the city hired a contractor to restore the Depot to its original appearance and function.  The project included restoring wooden and concrete flooring, as well as the original trim, ceiling boards and beams.  The roof was replaced, along with the loading docks and exterior windows.  Great pains were taken to match new materials with the appropriate historic ones.  The work also included a heating and air conditioning system, along with

modernized plumbing and electrical services, in keeping with guidelines from the National Register.
Finally, on May 6, 2004, the All Aboard Committee cut the ribbon on the newly restored Myrtle Beach Train Depot, 67 years to the day after the original opening ceremonies.  More than 200 people came to celebrate the restoration and rebirth of one of Myrtle Beach’s earliest landmarks.  In 2005, the Myrtle Beach Train Depot received the South Carolina Historic Preservation Honor Award from the S.C. Department of Archives and History.

The Community Benefit
     The newly restored Depot is in the heart of Myrtle Beach, providing an active link to the city’s past and a focal point for its future.  Members of the All Aboard Committee are rightfully proud of the role they played in preserving the historic structure.  Their efforts were directly responsible for having the Depot listed on the National Register and raising the money to preserve the building’s character and charm.  The committee’s determination and ultimate success have fostered

a can-do attitude toward other preservation projects.
     Today, the Depot serves as a public facility for meetings, committees, receptions, activities and parties.  The city operates the building and makes it available to groups for a nominal fee.  Everyone who enters the great hall, with its exposed wood trusses, plank flooring, brick walls and sliding freight doors, is reminded of the glory days of train travel.  The Depot and its adjacent railroad tracks were vital players in Myrtle Beach’s early days.  Restoring the Depot not only preserved that history for future generations, but also gave the community a project to share and a beautiful structure to use and enjoy.

     For more information about the restoration, please call 843-918-1050.  To reserve the Train Depot for your event, contact Bryan Lowry at 843-918-4906 or 843-251-6849.

Do you want Fresh Produce when visiting Myrtle Beach?  Make sure to visit Myrtle’s Market.

Myrtle's Market (Farmers' Market)
     
Mr. Joe White Avenue at Oak Street

     
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
Beginning Wednesday, April 13, Myrtle's Market is open three days a week for your produce pleasure in a spacious location on Mr. Joe White Avenue, near the intersection of Oak Street.  Market hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
The market features an excellent selection of seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables, brought to you by local growers and providers.  Additional vendors are welcome.  If you're interested, please call Johnny Graham at 843-997-1716 to inquire.  Here's a quick list of what's typically available, when in season...

    •    beans, beets, cabbage, corn, cucumbers, eggplant, turnip greens, lettuce, okra, onions, peanuts, bell peppers, potatoes, summer squash, tomatoes, turnips, zucchini, apples, cantaloupe, peaches, blueberries, strawberries, watermelon, flounder, shrimp, goat cheese, annuals, perennials, bedding plants, barbeque sauces, maple syrup, honey, jams and jellies, molasses and various homemade products and crafts
Come sit at one of the picnic benches and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere at Myrtle's Market.  Then take your time shopping from the friendly and helpful vendors.  Plenty of parking is available, so come enjoy the sights, tastes, scents and flavors of Myrtle's Market.
        

Mayor’s Cup Amateur Championship - 6th Annual

Men's and women's stroke play golf tournaments

     
Men's Championship...  September 30-October 2, 2011
Women's Championship...  October 14-16, 2011

The dates are set for the 2011 Mayor's Cup Men's and Women's Amateur Championship Tournaments.  The Sixth Annual Men's Championship will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 30 through October 2, 2011.  The Sixth Annual Women's Championship will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 14-16, 2011.

The Mayor’s Cup Amateur Championship Tournament is a 54-hole stroke play event, one for men and one for women, at Whispering Pines Golf Course.  After the first two days, the final day is flighted according to score, with best individual scores determining the winners. 

City residency is not required.  The men’s tournament is open to all male golfers, 18 and up, and is limited to the first 136 paid entries.  The women’s tournament is open to all female golfers, 18 and up, and is limited to the first 136 paid entries.

Registration is just $190 and includes tournament course fees, range balls, lunch each day and a contestant's package.  Trophies and prizes will be awarded.  Entry forms also are available at Whispering Pines Golf Course or by calling 843-918-2305.  The Mayor's Cup began in 2006.

Tennis Anyone?

The Myrtle Beach Tennis Center is adjacent to Myrtle Beach High School and is accessible off Grissom Parkway.  It features a pro shop and 10 courts, eight of which are lighted for night play.  Call the Pro Shop at 843-918-2440.
Junior Introductory Program
This program focuses on ball skills, hand-eye coordination and basic stroke techniques.  This fun program will build the child’s enthusiasm for the game of tennis.
 
For ages six to 10
9:00 – 10:00 a.m., Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
•   One day per week - $35
•   Two days per week - $55
•   Unlimited - $75
 
Junior Development Program
 
This program focuses on enhancing basic stroke techniques and will introduce open concept drills and basic match play opportunities.  Those involved will have supervised free play on Thursday, with matches and tennis ladder.
 
Ages 10 and up
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
•   One day per week - $55
•   Two days per week - $75
•   Unlimited - $85
 
Adult Tennis Clinics
 
Learn new shots, improve old ones and have fun!  Clinics include movement and hitting drills, fun skill games, and round-robin singles and doubles match play.  Meet new, local tennis players of all levels to hit with.
 
6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Monday and Wednesday
$10 per clinic, drop-ins welcome.
 
Tennis Social and Round-Robin
 
5:30 – 7:45 p.m., Every Friday
Myrtle Beach Tennis Center, 3302 Robert M. Grissom Parkway
 
Come out to the City of Myrtle Beach Tennis Center for a night of fun, food and tennis!  All levels are welcome from 5:30 until 7:45 p.m., every Friday.  Drinks and chips will be provided, but each participant is asked to bring $5 worth of food to share.  Warm-up drills and skills games will be led by Assistant Pro Dan Francis each Friday night prior to the round-robin play.  For information, call 918-2440.

Wall of Service at Warbird Park in Myrtle Beach, SC

Everyone who served honorably at the Myrtle Beach Air Force Base, whether military or civilian, is eligible to be recognized with an engraved granite nameplate on the Wall of Service at Warbird Park on Farrow Parkway.  A list of names already on the wall (as of June 21, 2011) is available.

If you, a family member or a loved one served on the former base between 1941 and 1993, you may purchase a nameplate for a $20 donation.  The engraved nameplates will be two inches tall by seven inches wide, in black granite.  Text is limited to grade, name and years of service.
You may complete this information on-line, including a payment by credit card.  Or, you may print and complete the application form (PDF) and mail it with your payment to:

Planning Department
City of Myrtle Beach
P. O. Box 2468
Myrtle Beach, SC  29578

Or, you may bring your completed application form and payment to the Myrtle Beach City Hall, 937 Broadway Street.  Questions?  Contact the Planning Department at 918-1050 or Cultural and Leisure Services at 918-1191

Check out some awesome barc parks in the Myrtle Beach area

Barc Parks in the Myrtle Beach Area

Myrtle Beach has two off-leash dog parks where owners may let their pets run and play.  Both parks are fully fenced and offer separate areas for large and small dogs. 
(See the Barc Parc rules, below.)
 
Dogs must meet height requirements, which are posted on the entrance gates.  Rules for behavior also are posted, and owners are responsible for picking up after their pets and properly disposing of the waste.  Handy picker-uppers are provided.
 
Barc Parc South, the original leash-free play space for pooches, is off Mallard Lake Drive near Grand Park and The Market Common.  The park covers 14 acres and includes a large lake.  Barc Parc North is adjacent to the Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA on 62nd Avenue North Extension.  It covers 3.3 acres and opened in the fall of 2009.
BARC PARC RULES
    •    PARK IS OPEN FROM SUN UP TO SUN DOWN.
    •    DOG OWNERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CLEAN UP OF DOG FECES.
    •    DOG OWNERS MUST BE IN PARK AND WITHIN VIEW OF THEIR DOG AT ALL TIMES.
    •    DOGS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PARK AT THE FIRST SIGN OF AGGRESSION.
    •    DOG OWNER MUST HAVE LEASH IN HAND AT ALL TIMES.
    •    DOGS MUST BE LEASHED OUTSIDE THE BOUNDARIES OF THE PARK.
    •    BITCHES IN HEAT ARE PROHIBITED FROM ENTERING THE PARK.
    •    AGGRESSIVE DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE PREMISES.
    •    POLICE AND ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICERS CAN TICKET ALL DOG OWNERS WHO FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE ABOVE RULES.
    •    THIS PARK ACCOMMODATES UNLEASHED ANIMALS.  BY ENTRY, YOU ASSUME ALL RISK OF INJURY TO YOURSELF, ANY ADULT GUEST, AND ANY PERSON OR THING OVER WHICH YOU EXERCISE CARE.
    •    ENTER AT YOUR OWN RISK
For more information about these facilities or other city parks, contact the Cultural and Leisure Services Department at 843-918-1188.

Take a spin when you are in the Myrtle Beach Area.

Take a spin when you are in the Myrtle Beach Area.  
In this article there are a list of suggested bicycle trails and paths that wind along the Grand Strand.

If you are looking to bike the beach, a paved road or in a state park there are several options here in the Grand Strand area.

1.  Some of the best beach biking can be found on Sunset Beach which is just a 15-20 minute drive from North Myrtle Beach.  
2.  Five miles of Robert M. Grissom Parkway in Myrtle Beach and a portion of Harrelson Blvd by Myrtle Beach
International Airport are part of the 2950-mile East Coast Greenway recreation trail being built between Maine
and Florida.

3.  Bike trails line both sides of Farrow Parkway for 3.6 miles across the former Myrtle Beach Air Force
Base.

4.  In Myrtle Beach, bike lanes run along Mr Joe White Avenue; on North Ocean Blvd from about 29th Ave
to 82nd Ave.; the southernmost section of Seaboard St; and the western third of Pine Island Rd.

5. An off-road path extends from 48th Ave North on Robert M. Grissom Parkway to 62nd Ave North in
Myrtle Beach.

6. Cyclists in North Myrtle Beach might like the Barefoot Resort section of the East Coast Greenaway, or
the lanes on Ocean Blvd.

7. In Georgetown County, Bike The Neck (http://www.biketheneck.com) has coordinated 10 miles of trail
segments on the Waccamaw Neck toward a collective goal of 27 miles.

8.  US Business 17 has 4-foot wide lanes on both sides of the road in Murrells Inlet for almost 4 miles south
from the Horry County line.

9. A 1 1/2 mile trail on the western fringe of Huntington Beach State Park extends to Trace Dr, the
northernmost point in Litchfield.

10. From Lakeshore Dr, a path parallels the north side of Boyle Dr then goes south on the east side of US 17
about 1 mile to Willbrook Boulevard.

11. Crossing US 17 with a finger triggered signal lets riders go south along the highway’s western side for
about 3/4 mile to Litchfield Oaks, or head west on the trail along Willbrook for almost 3 miles. Another
trail parallels the east side of US 17 between North and South Causeway Roads of Pawley’s Island.

12.  Conway city officials are working toward integrating the Conway Master Greenaway Plan, viewable at
http://www.cityofconway.com
.
13. Within what is now the Francis Marion National Forest, the eponymous general sought refuge from the
British during the Revolutionary War. Today, 42 miles of trail through these swampy wetlands, grassy
savannas and coastal pine forests offer off-road cyclists plenty of space to play. Built in 1968, the
Swamp Fox Passage of the Palmetto Trail is one of the Lowcountry’s oldest trails. The trail runs through
an area that was used by logging companies, starting in the late 19th century. Although the network of
trails developed for logging trails was abandoned over a decade before the Forest Service purchased the
land, the elevated railways are still in use as part of the hiking and mountain biking paths. Some of the
trails also cross boardwalks and footbridges. Part of the Palmetto Trail, The Swamp Fox Passage is a flat
42 miles, one way, so pedal as short or as long as you like, then turn around and head home.

Central Park 
1400 Outrigger Road, North Myrtle Beach
www.parks.nmb.us
1/4-mile paved walking/bicycle path
McLean Park
93 Oak Drive, North Myrtle Beach
www.parks.nmb.us
1/2-mile paved walking/bicycle path with fitness trail
Huntington Beach State Park
16148 Ocean Highway, Murrells Inlet
www.huntingtonbeachsc.org
Cycle through 2,500 acres of oceanfront forests and lagoons, historic Atalaya castle and bird sanctuaries.
Grand Park at Market Common
Farrow Parkway, Myrtle Beach
www.marketcommonmb.com
2-mile paved walking/bicycle path surrounding lake with fitness trail
Riverwalk
Downtown Conway
www.conwaymainstreet.com
boardwalk and paved path winds along the Waccamaw River, marina and park
Pawleys Loop
Pawleys Island Nature Park, Pawleys Island
www.scgreatoutdoors.com/bk-pawleys
31/2 miles past views of the marsh along the causeways and Myrtle Avenue. Visit the Web site for details on the route.

Beach, Boogie & BBQ Festival Heats Up Myrtle Beach

Beach, Boogie & BBQ Festival Heats Up Myrtle Beach

Come to Myrtle Beach for the 6th Annual Beach, Boogie & BBQ Festival September 2-4, 2011. The family-friendly festival is a Sun fun Celebration packed with free live entertainment, wake board demonstrations, free boat rides plus celebrity chef Richard Blais – winner of Bravo TV’s Top Chef: All Stars, will on hand. The festival will be located at Grand Park at Market Common.

The main attraction of the event, of course, is the delicious BBQ served from food vendors and competitors. Attendees can sample barbeque from all competing teams in Saturday beginning at 12pm by purchasing a $10 wristband. Kids 10 and under can sample for free. A wide variety of wings will be available on Sunday and there will also be a wing eating contest. Kids will participate in a watermelon eating contest following the wing competition. There are three major cooking events taking place during Myrtle Beach’s Beach, Boogie & BBQ, including “Anything Goes Contest and Tasting” on Friday, the “Official South Caroline Barbeque Championship” and “Kansas City Barbeque Society Cook-off” on Saturday. Prizes will be awarded in each category.

The complete schedule for the Beach, Boogie & BBQ Festival:

Friday, September 2
Gates are open from 5pm-9pm
“Anything Goes” competition from 6:30pm-8:30pm
Live Music: 5:30pm-9:00pm
Tru Sol: 5:30pm-6:45pm
The Tams: 7:30pm-9:00pm
Food, Arts/Crafts & Business Vendors-5:30pm-9pm
Beer and Wine Garden-5:30-9pm
Wakeboarding Demos on Grand Park Lake-7pm

Saturday, September 3, 2011
Gates are open from 12:00pm-9:30pm
BBQ Samples from over 60 Local and Regional BBQ Teams for a $10 Wristband from 12pm-5pm/ Children ages 10 and under are free. BBQ Combos, Platters, Hot Dogs and Hamburgers Are Also Available.
Meet n' Greet with BRAVO TV's 'Top Chef: All-Stars' Winner Richard Blais – 1pm-4 pm
Kids Zone-2pm-5 pm
Live Music-12pm-9:15 pm featuring Josh Gracin!
Platinum-12pm-1:15pm
Envision-1:45pm-3:00pm
Atlantic Groove-3:30pm-4:45pm
Jim Quick & Coastline-6pm-7pm
Headliner (To Be Announced)-8pm-9:15pm
Beer and Wine Gardens-12pm-9 pm
Food, Arts/Crafts & Business Vendors-12pm-9:30pm
Free Boat Rides on Grand Park Lake-12pm, 2pm, 4pm & 6pm
Wakeboarding Demos on Grand Park Lake-1pm, 3pm & 5pm
Fireworks-9:15pm

Sunday, September 4, 2011
Gate are open from 12:00pm-5:00pm
Live Music-12pm-5pm
(To Be Announced)-12pm-1:15pm
Mark Roberts & Breeze-1:45-3:00pm
The Necessary Band-3:30pm-5:00pm
BBQ (while supplies last)-Barbeque combos and dinners will be available for purchase. Proceeds benefit Omar Shriner charities.
Beer and Wine Garden-12pm-5pm
Kids Zone-12pm-5pm
Food, Arts/Crafts & Business Vendors-12pm-5pm
Free Boat Rides on Grand Park Lake-12pm, 2pm & 4pm
Wakeboarding Demos on Grand Park Lake-1pm & 3pm
Wing "Eat Off" Contest (ages 16 and up)-1:15pm-1:30pm
"Watermelon Eating" Contest (ages 5-15)-1:30pm-1:45pm

Each year it gets better, don't forget to make it part of your weekend.

Do you want to learn to Shag?  Come to the Myrtle Beach Area and they can show you how.

Do you want to learn to Shag?  Come to the Myrtle Beach Area and they can show you how.


Top 5 of the 100 Greatest Beach Music Songs
    •    1) Sixty Minute Man -- Dominoes
    •    2) Carolina Girls -- General Johnson and the Chairman of the Board
    •    3) I Love Beach Music -- The Embers
    •    4) Ms. Grace -- The Tymes
    •    5) Summertime's Calling Me -- The Catalinas

The crowds backed off for the best "fast-dancers" at the beach, which included Billy Jeffers from Florence, S.C., who is seen here in 1939 shagging with Maggie Foss at Robert's Pavilion in Ocean Drive, S.C.

The term you hear '40s and '50s beachgoers use is "dance or fast-dancing" - not Shag or Jitterbug.  Jitterbug, according to '40s dance stand-out Billy Jeffers from Florence, had the connotation of couples pumping arms and bouncing all over the floor.  Mrs. Jeffers calls it "Yankee Jitterbug."  Holden Cauldfield, the fictional "Yankee" mentioned earlier, calls it "corny Jitterbug."

The term Shag originally referred to a nationally popular dance of the 1930s.  It's peculiar to this date as a description of the Jitterbug style of the Carolinians cropped up in the late '40s. According to Leon Williams of Columbia, black dancers in the Myrtle Beach area were doing a Jitterbug step that looked as if they were making love standing up. These dancers called their bumps and grinds - with a humorous reference to the older infinitely more sedate Shag of the '30s - the "Dirty Shag." Williams, Big George Lineberry,  Lacy Moore and other popular beach dancers say they toned down the Dirty Shag's undulations into a more subtle pelvic motion they called "Shagging."

In the '40s and early '50s, dancers like Evans did steps that were personal and often unique. Those steps were their signatures, their own marks on the floor.  "We never copied one another, not exactly," said the late Carl "Tookie" Lee of Greensboro.

But as the '50s wore on, the Shag became more and more standardized. The crowds not only gawked, they observed every step, every convoluted turn, every gesture down to the tiniest detail. And they assimilated what they saw into their own repertoires, hoping to become just as popular, just as charismatic.

One of the most charismatic of these '50s dancers was Harry Driver from Dunn, N.C.  Driver won just about every Jitterbug contest he entered. "He was the best dancer I ever saw, bar none," said Lineberry.  One night Driver was dancing past the Myrtle Beach Pavilion.  He and his partner had taken the floor.  As Driver danced, his pegged pants kept getting stuck in his loafers. Every so often he tugged at his knees to pry them loose.  Next summer, as the story goes, all up and down the beach guys were tugging at their knees just so. It was the latest step.

In the late '50s the teenage-rebel look of the tailored pants, peroxided hair and short-shorts faded in favor of straight-legged khakis, crew cuts and Bermudas. And the Shag, for the first time in its history, became fashionable - the dance of debutante balls and college parties.  As an elitist symbol for a few cocks-of-the-boardwalks and pavilion dance floors, the Shag was losing its mystique - but not completely.  Not yet.

Start a new trend and get shagging.

Some Great Tips to Find that perfect shell while visiting Myrtle Beach.

Some Great Tips to Find that perfect shell while visiting Myrtle Beach.

Here are some tips from William Tilley, a founder of the Grand Strand Shell Club, for hunting and finding shells along the shores of Myrtle Beach.
    •    The more deserted the beach, the better the chance of finding shells; there’s less competition. Barrier islands, generally accessible only by water, are the best. Huntington Beach State Park, about 15 miles south of Myrtle Beach, is another good bet.
    •    Best times to look: early in the morning before the beach gets crowded, and after a storm. A rough sea usually tosses many shells onto the shore.
    •    One can often find shells at the high water line, at water’s edge, or in the small pools left on the beach at low tide.
    •    Shells you might find are the lettered olives (South Carolina’s state shell), knob whelks and channel whelks, giant heart cockles, tulips, augers, and shark-eye moon snails. Though not technically shells, sand dollars, sea urchins, and shark’s teeth are other prizes found on local beaches.
    •    Though big shells are the “showiest” and easiest to spot, don’t overlook the small ones. You’ll find some real beauties!
    •    Unless you plan to eat what’s inside, it’s best, ecologically, to leave “live” shells where you find them.
    •    Don’t take your treasures home and throw them in a drawer. Frame and display them for your enjoyment and as a reminder of your wonderful Myrtle Beach vacation!

Come cruise the Winyah Bay and take home some great memories and amazing seashells.

Come cruise the Winyah Bay and take home some great memories and amazing seashells.

First of all, make sure you head out of the Myrtle Beach area and drive on down to Georgetown, about 45 minutes away.  Take the Rover Boat Tours, it is the best, most relaxing and carefree way to experience historic, unspoiled Lowcountry nature surrounding Georgetown and Winyah Bay.

You will board a 46-foot long power catamaran with comfortable seating in the shade.You will be surrounded by vistas of water sna salt marsh, where you may spot a dolphin or sea turtle to swim alongside of you.  AFter you cruise a bit, the Rover will put you ashore where you will be on an unsettled barrier island where the historic Winyah Bay Lighthouse overlooks the deserted beach of North Island.  Once on the island you can search for seashells, experience beauty in its natural form, and enjoy the wildlife in the ecosystem.

The tour lasts 3 hours and is guaranteed to be unlike any other.  Tour Prices are Adults (12 & over) $30.00, and Children (11 & Under) $20.00.  Departure times for tours on the Carolina Rover will vary depending on the time of certain tides at our destination, the beaches by the Winyah Bay Lighthouse.

The tours are planed so that we can put our guests onto the beach at the best possible time for finding shells.
Make sure to call ahead to see the schedule for the departures of the week.  In SC - 843-546-8822 , or Toll Free at 800-705-9063.
Make sure you bring Sunscreen, a cooler with drinks and snacks, appropriate clothing for the weather, camera, family or friends, and curiosity about the natural wonders which abide in the Winyah Bay area.




Myrtle Waves Water Park Will Surely Cool You Down

Myrtle Waves Water Park will surely cool you down.

MYRTLE WAVES WATER PARK, South Carolina's largest water park, presents 20 acres of swerves, curves, waves and chutes and more than one million gallons of water. One price covers all rides and attractions for a full day of cool fun! Attracting more than 200,000 visitors each year, Myrtle Waves has entertained more than 3.5 million people visiting the Grand Strand since its debut in 1985. Myrtle Waves Water Park is open mid-May to mid-September.


Family Attractions 
For guests who prefer milder thrills, a variety of relaxing attractions await you. Every member of your family is sure to find one that is just right for them.
Slides
The cure for those hot summer days! From a gigantic tidal wave to churning rapids, Myrtle Waves has just the right water slides sure to cool you off!
Raft Rides
For those who just want to "CHILL". Relax on one of our rafts and take a ride along the LayZee River.
 
Fun Facts

    •    Award winning lifeguards on duty at all times
    •    Hundreds of FREE poolside lounge chairs
    •    Exclusive Luxury Cabana rentals available
    •    Showers, changing facilities, and lockers
    •    Handicap-accessible restrooms
    •    Shaded pavilions perfect for group outings and cookouts
    •    Food, drinks and snacks available throughout the park
 
Make sure to add this to your calendar when you are visitng the Myrtle Beach area, you won't be dissappointed.

Mini Golf Review:  Captain Hooks Adventure

Captain Hooks Adventure Golf

2205 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach
843-913-7851

Captain Hook’s Adventure Golf in Myrtle Beach offers a spectacular trip into Never-Never Land with Captain Hook, Peter Pan and the Lost Boys. Both kids and adults have loads of fun making their way through this pirate island. At every turn there are villains, secret caverns, hidden treasure, bones and even animated crocs. With two exciting courses, you might start with the 18-hole Lost Boys Course that takes you on a trip to Skull Island. It’s not just the kids who choose this one so they can go through the “smoking skull head.” When that course is finished, most want to continue on to the second course that provides a greater challenge through Hook’s Challenging Course. This course winds its way into the menacing pirate ship.


Operating Schedule 2011
May, June, July & August

9am to 11pm
September

9am to 10pm
October, November & December

Open 10am


Operational Hours vary based on weather and are subject to change with out notice.


General Admission
$9.00 before 6pm
$10.00 after 6 pm
All-Day till 6pm $15.00 *at this locations only

Everyone seems to want to know … How did Myrtle Beach Get its name?

Earlier names for Myrtle Beach included Long Bay, Withers and New Town. The area was called Long Bay when a hurricane swept through in 1822. It was later known as Withers for the Withers family, which had owned property in the area since the late 1700s. A Withers post office even opened in 1888. The Burroughs and Collins Company of Conway purchased much of the Withers’ family land in 1881, and the growing community was called New Town at the turn of the century. In 1900, a contest was held to give the area an official name, and Addie Burroughs, widow of Franklin G. Burroughs, suggested Myrtle Beach because of the wax myrtle bushes growing abundantly here. That's when Myrtle Beach became Myrtle Beach. The Withers post office then was replaced by the first Myrtle Beach post office in the early 1900s.

Families began to visit Myrtle Beach more than a century ago. Myrtle Beach was sparsely populated until 1908, when a railroad was built between Conway and Myrtle Beach. The railroad ended in 1899 in the locale of Pine Island, and was extended four miles into the future city. The Pavilion, as well as the Seaside Inn, were built in today's downtown.

The natural beauty of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has always enticed visitors Throughout the 1930s, the city grew to include areas as far north as present-day Ocean Forest. The Ocean Forest Hotel was built about this time (which was demolished in 1974). The Intracoastal Waterway began construction several years later. Almost a year later, the city was incorporated as a town in 1938 and became a city in 1957. Its name was derived from the wax myrtle shrub that grows throughout the area.

So, when you tell your friends and family that you are going to Myrtle Beach to visit, you can also give them the true meaning behind the name.

 

A Hidden Gem in Myrtle Beach ... the Franklin G. Burroughs Art Museum

A Hidden Gem, Right in the Grand Strand, the Franklin G. Burroughs Art Museum.

http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/

Admission is free but donations are appreciated. The main exhibit hall is on the first floor with a small exhibition space upstairs (elevator or nice wide stairwell). You can easily see everything in less than 30 minutes, or linger for an hour. Exhibits vary and change frequently so there is always something to please someone in your group.  And unlike big city art museums, you won’t leave exhausted and overwhelmed. This museum is just the right size!

There is free parking, about 10 spaces hidden under live oak trees. Restrooms are spotless and modern; they have a small gift shop and a small area for snacks overlooking the dunes and ocean.

Just a bit of the MUSEUM HISTORY
The Museum first opened to the public in June, 1997, but was conceived some 13 years earlier by a small group of Myrtle Beach visionaries - artists, art patrons, business leaders, cultural enthusiasts and other private citizens.


The building itself dates to 1924, when it was built by textile industry mogul Eugene Cannon in the Cabana section of Myrtle Beach. It was subsequently sold to Col. Elliot White Springs for use by his family and executives of Springs Industries and re-christened Springmaid Villa.


In 1975, the Villa changed hands again and was slated for demolition. A campaign to save Springmaid Villa began, led initially by Waccamaw Arts and Crafts Guild President Gaye Sanders Fisher. The building's survival, however, was contingent on its relocation: a Herculean effort organized by Guild member and Myrtle Beach Councilman Harry Charles, along with his wife, Jane. Relocating the 150-ton structure required two flatbed trucks for three full days, with a team of city employees, utility workers and every member of the Guild working side by side.


The Villa was taken to its new home eight miles south, an undeveloped property whose donation by the Myrtle Beach Farms Company, precursor to the Burroughs & Chapin Company, had been negotiated by Harry Charles.  Charles was also instrumental in creating the Springmaid Villa Art Museum Corporation, a new non-profit with a board of trustees charged with converting and later managing the property as a public Art Museum. Following a decade-long fundraising effort, the Museum opened its doors in June, 1997.


In recognition of the land donation, it was re-named for the founders of Myrtle Beach Farms and became the Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum.

Definitely worth a stop while you are in Myrtle Beach.

Family Kingdom Amusement park in Myrtle Beach, SC

 

After the purchase, the legendary Swamp Fox Roller Coaster underwent a complete refurbishing according to the original specifications of the original design by John Allen in 1966. The totally refurbished wooden roller coaster boasts 2,800 feet of running track (which is a half-mile long), and a 62 foot free fall drop. Originally built in 1966 by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company, it still remains the largest and the only all-wooden roller coaster in the area today.

Another famed attraction is the Antique Carousel. A little known bit of history is attached to this ride. The carousel built in 1932 by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company and was moved to Myrtle Beach from Asbury Park, N.J. While the carousel does not have the original animals, the outside horses were made from the original cast.

Another signature attraction at Family Kingdom is the largest Ferris wheel in South Carolina. With a height of 100 feet, riders of The Giant Wheel, can climb aboard for a awe-inspiring, panoramic view of Myrtle Beach and look out over the Atlantic Ocean.

When opening day under the new name rolled around, back in 1992, Family Kingdom started out with a total of 21 rides. Today the amusement park is home to approximately 34 rides. Since it is a "family-oriented" park, as the name suggests, its also home to many attractions for the little ones. There are a total of 17 kiddie rides, all of which, Family Kingdom says have been "kid tested and family approved".
So many rides at this park will easily fill your day with fun and excitement. From the scenic ride on the mini locomotive as it weaves it way throughout the park, to the dramatic spin on the Hurricane and the Thunderbolt, to the high-flying Yo-Yo swings. For an interactive, dark ride that gives you a chance to check out your shooting skills you can try your marksmanship on the great Pistolero Roundup. Finally as one of the newer rides in recent years, the Slingshot Drop Zone gets your adrenaline pumping with a 100 foot freefall...straight down.

Last, but not least, there are always surprises to be experienced. From performances by magicians, clowns, and other fun entertainers including Elvis, yes we said Elvis, and of course King Arthur, the King of Family Fun himself.

So when you come to Myrtle Beach the Family Kingdom Amusement Park and Water Park should defiantly be on your list of things to do. The Kingdom of Fun awaits, so enjoy.
Family Kingdom, 300 N. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach
Amusement Park: 843-626-3447
Water Park: 843-916-0400
Groups Sales: 843-916-8378
Website: www.family-kingdom.com

What you need to know about Pier Fishing in Myrtle Beach, SC

Pier Fishing in Myrtle Beach, SC
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License Fee! As of July 1, 2009, individuals recreationally fishing from shore (beach, bank, private dock, free public pier, etc.) and those recreationally shrimping and crabbing will be required to have a saltwater recreational fishing license. (This does NOT apply to the Fishing Piers listed below where the fee is included in your admission fee, nor does it apply to Fishing Charters in the Grand Strand.) For complete information, please visit the S.C. Department of Natural Resources and click 'Licensing' on the left.
When are the fish running? The most common fish caught off the coast of Myrtle Beach are black sea bass, snapper, grouper, larger sea bass, trigger, dolphin, wahoo, and king makerel.

Grand Strand Piers:
Apache Campground Pier, Lake Arrowhead Road, Myrtle Beach. Prices: $2 for pier parking. Walking on the pier $1, (12 years and under Free); Fishing pass $8.50, (12 years and under $4); Fishing rod rental for $20.65 which includes fishing pass and bait, if you rent a rod you'll have to leave $35 deposit.Discounts apply Ask about discounts for guests of Apache Campground. Fishing permits included in your paid admission on Myrtle Beach piers. Hours: summer hours, 6AM-11PM (sometimes open till midnight); winter hours, (October - May) 8AM-8PM. 9700 Kings Road, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572, at the Apache Campground). (843) 497–6486.
Crabbing Information - from Apache Pier (above):
"We don't rent crabbing nets, though we do sell them. You may bring your own. Discounts apply for guests of Apache Campground."

Cherry Grove Beach Pier, 3500 N. Ocean Blvd., North Myrtle Beach. Daily.Prices: $1.00 a person to walk. With your own rod, a one day fishing pass is $7 for the first rod, and $6.50 for each additional rod. The Pier is open 6AM-2AM, 7 days a week during June, July and August. They are closed for the months of December and January. All the other months open Sunday till Thursday 6AM-10PM, Friday and Saturday 6AM til midnight. Fishing rod rentals are $20 before 3PM and $10 after 3PM (with a $50.00 deposit), and include your 1 day fishing pass. Crab Nets are $6.50 per net per day. Cherry Grove Fishing Pier, 3500 N. Ocean Blvd., North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582.(843) 249-1625.

Myrtle Beach State Park Pier, lies three miles south of Myrtle Beach on U.S. 17. Prices: Free to walk on pier with paid park admission; Fishing pass $4.50; Rod $4 plus $20 deposit. Fishing permits included. April - October 6:30AM-8PM; November- March: 10AM-5PM. Myrtle Beach State Park, 4401 South Kings HWY, Myrtle Beach,SC 29575 (843) 238-5326.
14 Ave. Pier (links to web cam) 1304 N. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach. It's located in the Myrtle Beach downtown area, along with a restaurant of the same name. FREE to walk on the pier. Daily fishing pass $6; Weekly fishing pass $30; Yearly fishing pass $75; Locals daily pass $3. Rod rental requires pass plus $6 rental fee and $20 refundable deposit. Fishing permits included. Summer hours 6AM-1AM; off season weekdays open 8AM-7PM, Friday and Saturday 8AM-11PM. Closed between Nov. and Feb.Pier 14, 1306 Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (843) 448-6500 (Pier)

The Pier at Garden City, Free to walk on the pier; Fishing pass $8, children $4; Weekly fishing pass $40; Season pass available, Fishing rod rentals $8 plus a $15 deposit. 6AM-9PM or 11PM during summer season. The Pier at Garden City is located at 110 S. Waccamaw Drive, Garden City Beach, SC 29576. (843) 651-9700.

Second Avenue Pier, This pier is the beginning of the new Myrttle Beach Boardwalk, which opened in 2010. Walking fee: $1. Fishing pass $8; Rod rental $9.65, plus $10 deposit for gear; Bait $5. Fishing permits included' Hours 7AM-11PM in summer . Closed between Thanksgiving and Valentines Day. Second Avenue Pier, 110 N. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. (843) 626-8480.

Springmaid Pier, $1 walking fee is free if you stay at Springmaid. Fishing pass $6; Fishing rod rental $8.50 (discount, if staying at Springmaid). Fishing permits included in your paid admission on Myrtle Beach piers. Fishing tackle and bait, and a yearly fishing pass are available. Hours: 6AM-12AM. Springmaid Pier, 3200 Springmaid Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.(843) 315-7156.

Surfside Pier, $1 walking fee. Bottom fishing: $9 daily, $45 weekly, $150 yearly (each fisherman is allowed 2 fishing devices); King fishing: $12.50 daily, $65 weekly, $200 yearly (each fisherman is allowed 2 bottom rods); Rod rentals: $9 plus $30 deposit. Fishing permits included in your paid admission on Myrtle Beach piers. Open from 6AM-11PM Surfside Pier, 11 S. Ocean Blvd., Surfside Beach, SC 29575 (843) 238-0121.
Garden City's Best Kept Secret- Last but not least, one of my favorite spots! Photos and directions to a lovely pier, extending into the Marsh. The park is perfect for children. Enjoy the picnic area and the pier for crabbing. It's free.

Remember, to visit one of these piers and try your hand at fishing or enjoy the awesome view of the beach.

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 7/31 - 8/6, 2011

Sunday, July 31, 2011

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • 8:00 PM •  The Best of the 60s, 70s and 80s LIVE!  This music blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of the Carolina Opry.  This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music. Tickets and more information, please visit, http://www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Monday, August 1, 2011

One The Show at Alabama Theatre – KIDS FREE – Memorial Day – Labor Day • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM  | The Show limit 2 kids per paid adult.  Call Box Office for Details.  Located at 4750 Hwy 17 S., Myrtle Beach, SC  or visit http://www.alabama-theatre.com
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Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Broadway at the Beach – Fireworks Spectacular – 10 PM.  Broadway at the Beach invites you and your family to enjoy the fireworks extravaganza gracing the skies over the 23-acre Lake Broadway offereing a great view from any location at Broadway at the Beach.  Please visit,www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Legends in Concert - Shows are at 8:00 PM nightly Super-exciting show featuring Tributes to Elvis and other Legendary artists.  Located at 2925 Hollywood Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC • 1-800-960-7469 or visit http://www.legendsinconcert.com
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Cool Summer Evenings at Brookgreen Gardens - Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday thru August 12 • 5:00 - 9:00 PM.  Come for dinner and stay for the show when Brookgreen is open with live entertainment and cruises down the creeks.  Visit, http://www.brookgreen.org for more information.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 5:45 PM and 7:45 .  Medieval Times is celebrating its 27-year reign in North America. Our founders first launched their unique idea for an 11th century-style dinner attraction on the Spanish island of Majorca in 1973. This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.During the early years in Spain, the show's authentic display of classic equestrian skills and medieval pageantry took place in outdoor arenas, a far cry from the climate-controlled castles of today. There, the conventions of today's shows were established. Guests were seated in sections named for regions of Medieval Spain and encouraged to cheer for the Knight representing their region.As Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament has grown in popularity internationally, some things haven't changed -- like our commitment to the accuracy of weapons and costumes. Others have: the characters and storyline of our show evolve every few years, keeping the experience fresh and exciting for generations to come.  Please visit, http://www.medievaltimes.com for more information.

SummerFest 2011 presented by Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach • 7:00 – 11:00 PM.  WEDNESDAYS – Strolling Boardwalk Parade, Nick Pike, Joe Joe the Magician, Spunky and Peppermint, Stilt walkers, 5 Star Farms Camel rides and petting zoo, Shoreline Marching Band. Visit, http://www.bflanding.com/events for more information.

Movies Under the Stars at The Market Common •  Movies start at 9:00 PM • Raiders of the Lost Ark.  Kallik Beer Garden in Valor Park will feature assorted desserts, beer and wine sold in the spark by Tommy Bahama Restaurant and Bar, and Canipes Chocolates & Candies will sell gourmet snacks and popcorn..  Visit, http://www.marketcommonmb.com
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Thursday, August 4, 2011

Cool Summer Evenings at Brookgreen Gardens - Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday thru August 12 • 5:00 - 9:00 PM.  Come for dinner and stay for the show when Brookgreen is open with live entertainment and cruises down the creeks.  Visit, http://www.brookgreen.org for more information.

Friday, August 5, 2011

Cool Summer Evenings at Brookgreen Gardens - Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday thru August 12 • 5:00 - 9:00 PM.  Come for dinner and stay for the show when Brookgreen is open with live entertainment and cruises down the creeks.  Visit, http://www.brookgreen.org for more information.

Music in the Streets at The Market Common •  6:00 - 9:00 PM.  Grenoldo Frazier (Piano-show tunes, swing, blues, and jazz standards) and Mike O'Donnell.  Enjoy the different musicians and complimentary carriage rides.  Visit, http://www.marketcommonmb.com
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Craftsmen's Classic Arts & Crafts Festival - 29th Annual - August 5 - 7, 2011 at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center • 10 AM - 6 PM • $7 Adult, $1 Child, 6 and under FREE.  Visit http://www.gilmoreshows.com/craftsmens_classics_myrtle_Summer.shtml
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Saturday, August 6, 2011

Brunch & Shop at The Market Common •  Movies start at 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM.  Enjoy complimentary brunch & shop every Saturday in August at The Market Common.  Enjoy a mimosa, learn about becoming a member at Brookgren Gardens, & pick up a goodie bag filled with coupons.  Visit, http://www.marketcommonmb.com
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Craftsmen's Classic Arts & Crafts Festival - 29th Annual - August 5 - 7, 2011 at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center • 10 AM - 6 PM • $7 Adult, $1 Child, 6 and under FREE.  Visit http://www.gilmoreshows.com/craftsmens_classics_myrtle_Summer.shtml

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Bodacious Bob’s Bike Rentals and Tours in Myrtle Beach

Bodacious Bob's Bike Rentals & Tours

The only bicycle tour company in the Myrtle Beach are where everyone loves to go for vacation. They offer guided tours as well as self-guided adventure tours, exposing groups to history and nature. You will see George Washington's trail; a Civil War cemetery; a farm for berry picking and animal petting; the planetarium for a variety of shows; the beach full of nature and sea turtle nesting sites. There are art galleries and ice cream stops, grassy fields and cypress swamps.   All tours include map and bike rental with helmet and a safety t-shirt. There are special rates for those of you who have your own bicycles. Rent beach cruisers, multi-speed beach or comfort bikes and of course, road bikes with treaded tires. They offer group discounts as well as family discounts. Please specify when calling and scheduling your adventure. All scheduling is done by phone and payments can be made on line. So get your church group, family reunion, anniversary, bowling league, little league, dance partners or fellow halloween gobblins and lets ride! They offer kayak adventures down the Waccamaw River and much more.


Daily and weekly rentals available
Adult Bikes, children bikes, tag along, adult trike, enclosed stroller/kid cab and safety helmets.

Offers 4 different guided and self-guided tours:

Indigo Farms Tour
Six generations have owned and operated this local favorite for fresh vegetables, fruit and canned goods. The good folks here can help you pick your own strawberries or blueberries and let the kids get up close and personal with the farm animals. Nestled under the cool shade of old tall pines, you'll enjoy your break while taking a step back to a simpler life and time.
The tour takes in secluded gardens and winds past golf courses and old family farmsteads with a river front option for lunch....bag a burger and go just a few extra miles....well worth it! Indigo Farms has a made to order grill and bakery as well as fresh produce, a nursery, a florist and did we mention the ice cream shop?
The coarse actually covers 12 miles but can be as much as 16 if you take in the river. Guided or self guided, it's your own pace. There is a lot to see and do on your way there and back!
Approx. distance: 12 miles
    •    The Guided Tour includes bike rental, helmet and safety t-shirt (women wear a sports bra or bathing suit top to keep on under the t-shirt), plus a pound of berries in season!
    •    You can also purchase the Guided Tour and use your own bicycles, the cost is Discounted accordingly.
    •    If you prefer, there is a Self-Guided Tour. When you purchase the Self-Guided Tour, you will be provided with a map of your route, details and history of each location, and interesting facts about the area.


Historic Little River Waterfront Tour
The ultimate summer glide carries you on the cool breezes of gargantuan Live Oaks along the Historic Little River Waterfront. See where pirates and smugglers outwitted the world's greatest naval power and where commercial fishing got it's start in the Carolina's. Tourists have been making this stop a must for the last 100 years for deep sea fishing, jet skiing and dolphin cruises and now Casino cruises add to the fare. No matter how hot the summer days get, you will find it cool and comfortable here. A must do tour!
Tour times are Monday-Sunday, 10AM, 12PM, 2PM, 4PM

Ocean Isle Beach Tour
This tour is not for the faint of heart! This is  a trek of a minimum of 30 miles but it is worth every minute! You may choose to snake through a very old cemetery or the quaint little village of Calabash, Sunset Beach golf courses, the shops at Seaside and finally arrive at Ocean Isle. Just when you think you've seen it all, come to a rolling stop at the top of the causeway bridge and you'll realize why you had to come this way. Unbelievable views both ways on the waterway as far as the eye can see not to mention a fantastic breeze! You can't do this in a car! Once on the island you may visit the Ocean Isle Aquatic Museum, take in the shops or just take a breather on the beach. The return route will encompass a tour through secluded neighborhoods adorned with enchanted live oaks and waterfront views.  This tour includes bike rental and helmet and safety t-shirt.

Silver Coast Winery Tour
The Silver Coast Winery is well known to locals and tourists alike. Nestled in a small farming community just the other side of Hwy. 17, it has quickly blossomed into an award winning standard for excellence. Enjoy this tour which begins at the highly acclaimed Vereen Memorial Gardens, cruises through the sleepy village of Calabash and culminates at the winery for a wine tasting and a cool break beneath the trees for fresh grapes, bread and cheese.  The price of this tour includes bike rental, helmet and safety t-shirt.

Sunset Beach Tour
This is a great tour for those who love the beach and want to get out and see the area a little closer than usual. Set out from Vereen Memorial Gardens with a goal of taking in as much as possible. You may opt to stop at the Sunset River Galleries and take in the work of the areas many talented artists or possibly see the boats off at the docks. Make your way through the shaded back streets and quiet, out of the way places hidden to the normal automobile tourist. Your final destination will be Sunset Beach and ultimately, the jetties on Bird Island's.what you do and how you get there is up to you. You'll have many options available from where you take lunch to shops and putt-putt to take a beak from the heat of the day. Maps will provide alternate return routes.

There is an adventure for everyone, please check out our website and we look forward to riding with you.
Visit www.beach bicycle tours.com or call 843-241-2731.
Please visit, www.beachbicycletours.com for more information.


 

The Market Common has a great new Mexican Cantina - Nacho Hippo!

 

The talk of Nacho Hippo has been overwhelming for the past few months. In the wake of the news that Market Common restaurant, Roy & Sids was closing we were informed that a new Divine Dining concept would open in its place. A mexican restaurant with an odd name. Nacho Hippo. And in a short time the modern, American styled Roy & Sids was transformed into a hip, colorful Cantina Maximo. 

We were stoked to check the place out and honestly couldn’t wait.

Nacho Hippo is now home in what used to be Roy & Sids, but Nacho Hippo isn’t as big as the previous restaurant -there is a wall where there didn’t used to be a wall- and it is now a galley style restaurant with the bar as the focal point. Outside now bolsters a patio along the main road, but it was way too cold to even think about enjoying the new patio.

When seated at a table the first thing one notices is the unique menu designa triangle that folds out in four ways to reveal a small, but flavorful menu. And the second thing one notices is the mini Hungry Hungry Hippo game on the table -the first thing we did was play a quick round.

Ready to ride the waves this summer in Myrtle Beach?  Here are a few tips on how to select the best

 

Ready to ride the waves this summer in Myrtle Beach?  Here are a few tips on how to select the best boogie board.

 

Boogie boards, which were originally introduced by Tom Morey in 1971, are small foam boards used for body surfing throughout the world. When you select the right boogie board, you will need to take your body size, riding style and even the surf conditions into consideration.

 

First, select a boogie board by choosing the right length for your body size. The boogie board should reach within an inch of your belly button when you stand its edge on the ground in front of you. The boogie board may be an inch or two longer if you prefer to ride smaller waves, or an inch or two shorter if you like riding the big surf.

Second, pick the right width for your boogie board based upon your weight and the type of surfing conditions you prefer. Heavier riders should use wider boards to reduce the rocking effect while navigating through the surf, and an increase in board width will also increase your performance on smaller waves. Overall, the board should fit comfortably under your arm when you carry it, with your fingers easily grasping the outside rail when it is wedged under your armpit.

Third, choose a tail design that reflects your riding style and skill level when you select a boogie board. If you plan on keeping to a prone riding style, you'll want to consider a conventional bat-tail boogie board. If you like to perform tricks or if you like to ride while up on your knees, you may achieve better results with a crescent-tailed boogie board.

Fourth, buy a boogie board according to the quality and rigidity of the materials. While boogie boards made from a polypropylene core may be more expensive, they will be more durable and will enhance your riding skills. Look for a board with two or three rigid "stringers" that run from front to back, which will make your board ride better and last even longer.

Finally, purchase the right boogie board accessories that will increase your enjoyment of the sport. A boogie board leash, which attaches to your ankle, will prevent you from losing your board in rough surfing conditions. Flippers may also give you the edge you need to approach waves more quickly and to spin into the right position every time.

There are some great waves to catch here in Myrtle Beach.  Make sure you do a little research before getting your first board.  

The best sand toys to get when heading to the beach this summer.

The best sand toys to get when heading to the beach this summer.

Heading to the beach, and wondering what would be the best sand toys for your kids (and yourself) to be able to get the most enjoyment out of this summer.  Although, I must say that every member of the family can always use the simple pail and shovel that comes in one size fits all.  I am sure you remember playing for hours with these two simple toys at the beach, but now, thee are new innovative beach toys for you and your family to enjoy.  Here is a sampling of the top 5:

1.  Beach Bocce Set - they have portable bocce ball sets that will provide hours of fun for the entire family.  You get 8 balls in 4 colors.  Most beach bocce sets have a water-resistant nylon carrying case, jack, measuring string, tape, instructions with game rules.  My family has tons of fun and we always try and outdo the other.

2.  Beach Wagon Set - You need a tough and durable plastic wagon that comes with four sand molds, a sifter rake,  a bucket, a spade, a water can and a water wheel.  This little set has everything you need to make the best sand castle ever.  OR … the deepest hole to bury your sister in.

3.  Paddle Ball - with two or four players, paddle ball is awesome.  With the object of the game simple yet fun, you will be playing for hours.

4.  Beach Ball - Everyone loves hitting a beach ball!

5.  Shape Makers - if you really want to make the best design … you will want to pick up a few shape makers.  You will have some awesome pictures to show your friends and family.

There are a lot of beach toys and you can have hours of fun with them.  Just remember, pick the ones you want and enjoy.

Shelling in the Grand Strand, where to find the best shells

Shelling in the Grand Strand, where to find the best shells

The Myrtle Beach area is made up of miles of shoreline.  And along the shoreline you will find many different types of shells.  Whether you are a collector or just out to see what you can find, you will enjoy hunting for them here.  

Here are some tips from William Tilley, a founder of the Grand Strand Shell Club, for hunting and finding shells along the shores of Myrtle Beach.

    •    The more deserted the beach, the better the chance of finding shells; there’s less competition. Barrier islands, generally accessible only by water, are the best. Huntington Beach State Park, about 15 miles south of Myrtle Beach, is another good bet.
    •    Best times to look: early in the morning before the beach gets crowded, and after a storm. A rough sea usually tosses many shells onto the shore.
    •    One can often find shells at the high water line, at water’s edge, or in the small pools left on the beach at low tide.
    •    Shells you might find are the lettered olives (South Carolina’s state shell), knob whelks and channel whelks, giant heart cockles, tulips, augers, and shark-eye moon snails. Though not technically shells, sand dollars, sea urchins, and shark’s teeth are other prizes found on local beaches.
    •    Though big shells are the “showiest” and easiest to spot, don’t overlook the small ones. You’ll find some real beauties!
    •    Unless you plan to eat what’s inside, it’s best, ecologically, to leave “live” shells where you find them.
    •    Don’t take your treasures home and throw them in a drawer. Frame and display them for your enjoyment and as a reminder of your wonderful Myrtle Beach vacation!

What a great souvenir when you are heading home to remind yourself about your Myrtle Beach vacation. 

ARRRGH you ready for a Pirate Adventure, right here in Myrtle Beach?

ARRRGH you ready for a Pirate Adventure, right here in Myrtle Beach?

New for 2011!  Welcome to Pirate Adventures, a place where children come to experience the magic of sailing away in search of buried treasure.  Come aboard the pirate ship and get caught up in this real life adventure and be amazed as our crew taps into the wonder of a child's imagination.  This is not a typical pirate cruise, before you know it your child will be painted with a curly mustache or a beautiful mermaid, dressed up as a pirate and marching off to the ship.

Once aboard, the young pirates will learn the rules at sea aboard their pirate ship and read a treasure map to find our sunken treasure.  A message in a bottle floats by and the children discover that Pirate Pete, the smelliest, most rotten pirate on the seven seas, is lurking nearby.  He has something our brave crew needs.  Off we go into battle with our famous water cannons!  Will the crew defeat Pirate Pete and find the sunken treasure?

On the pirate ship Sea Gypsy we always find the treasure, we always defeat that stinky pirate and the children walks away with incredible stories!

Children's Interactive Pirate Ship Excursion.  $25.00 Per person / $12.00 child (2 & Under)

Sailing Times and Reservations: The Sea Gypsy leaves the dock daily from Easter Weekend through Halloween at the following times based on demands: 9:00, 10:30, 12:00, 1:30, 3:00,  4:30, and 6:00.

Face painting and dress up will begin in 30 minutes prior to sailing times.  Don't miss the chance to transform you little ones in swashbuckling pirates!  The boat will return to dock 75 minutes after departure time!

Are you ready for the World’s Largest Speed Boat?

Are you ready for the World's Largest Speed Boat?

Right here in Myrtle Beach, you need to experience the Sea Screamer Dolphin Cruises.

On the Waterfront, Little River, SC. Enjoy a relaxing scenic tour of the Intracoastal Waterway where the captain offers a few historical tidbits along the way.  The most interesting sight is the area where the waterway meets the ocean. Here you will see many smaller boasts parked on a sandbar/peninsula and are enjoy utterly unspoiled beach terrain, fishing, etc.  Before you know it you are screaming out to sea speeding into the ocean for a wet and wild excursion aboard the 149-passenger open-air boat that seems to fly across the Atlantic.
The boat is very powerful, after a couple of minutes the Sea Screamer slows down so it can tailgate some shrimp trawlers.  This is where the dolpins are seen, following the shrimp boats.  Then you will cruise south for a while as fast as the boat will take you.
Be prepared to get wet too!  This is such an exciting adventure, you will be telling your friends to make sure and go.  The coolest thing is that we got to see a baby dolphin trying to keep up with his parents.  Too cute and quite priceless.  

Open Monday through Saturday in the summer with several daily departures.

843-280-2400 www.seascreamer.com

A Great New Diner Right on Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach

A Great new diner right on Ocean Boulevard and it even has an awesome view of the Atlantic - Welcome LuLu's Diner to Myrtle Beach.

The restaurant's hot pink tablecloths give it a nice caribbean flair.  Along with the walls and trim that have been painted Caribbean blue and hot pink and yellow, and the inset glowing ceiling has its stripes of lime green and pink, and the blue booths and black/chrome chairs are in place, it all works in a bright and beachy cheerful retro way. There's a cozy counter with round swivel-top stools under old-school suspended frosted glass lampshades.

The outside looks like classic retro 1950s futuristic style and on one side of the building stacks of shiny silver chairs await being placed on an open-air front patio overlooking boulevard action. Right now the plain white exterior is a sharp contrast to the colorful interior, but night lighting is going to cast a fun neon shadow.

The menu is extensive.
On the breakfast side there are egg plates, including two eggs with beef tenderloin, toast and grits for $6. Biscuits and gravy is $3.50, a bagel with salmon and cream cheese is $7, and beef filet and an egg on a bagel is $4.50. There are three-egg scrambles with lots of mix-ins (comes with grits, $6-$9) like the Green Eggs and Ham with pesto, tomatoes and fresh mozzarella; the Philly Cheese Steak with filet, cheese, peppers and onions; or the Down Home with country ham and collard greens.

Several versions of Eggs Benedict will be offered, like the HorryCountyBenedictwith fried bologna, fried egg and hollandaise sauce on toast for $6; or the Charleston Benedict for $9 that's topped with a crab cake. If you'd like a breakfast sandwich it can come on white, wheat or rye toast, like the BLTwith thick slices of hickory smoked bacon.

You can have plain waffles or Chicken and Waffles. Coan said she got the idea for Chicken and Waffles from a couple different diners, like the one Gladys Knight owns in Atlanta called Chicken and Waffles. There the chicken part is bone-in fried chicken on top of waffles, but Coan revised that idea to put highly seasoned fried chicken breast meat tenders on the waffles so the dish would be easier to eat.
Pancake choices include Chocoholic and Chunky Monkey (pecans and bananas). Lulu's French Toast is thick-sliced brioche coated with cobbler batter and topped with fruit and whipped cream; and the Banana Nut French Toast where instead of brioche they use banana nut bread.

Old-fashioned oatmeal served with apples, raisins and brown sugar ($3) is available along with Oatmeal Brule ($2.50) with its caramelized brown sugar crust.

On the lunch and dinner menu, appetizers ($4-$8) include Apple Slices with Nutella, Fried Pickles, Palmetto Cheese Dip, Firecracker Shrimp and Lowcountry Egg Rolls filled with country ham and collards. A handful of salads range from the House ($6) to Lulu's Salad ($10) with spinach, pecans, apples, goat cheese and grilled chicken.

Sandwiches ($5-$9) ranged from several peanut butter and jelly choices to grilled cheese with apple and brie, shrimp BLT, crab cake, and several burgers like The Golden Villa with Swiss cheese, grilled onions and 1,000 Islanddressing on rye. A trio of French fry baskets ($7.50-$8) include fish and chips, chicken fingers and fried shrimp.

Four entrees ($10-$14) come with potato and side salad: grilled or blackened fish, crab cakes, rosemary chicken or tenderloin medallions topped with crab meat. Seven children's selections ($2.50-$5) include both breakfast and lunch choices.

This is a great new addition to the beach.  Make sure to add it to your list for your next visit.

Ripley’s Master Moving Theatre along the Boulevard.

Ripley's Master Moving Theatre along the Boulevard.

First of all, if you get motion sickness, this probably isn't the ride for you.

The cutting edge technology and incredible six channel digital surround sound make it the most exciting movie there is!  Two new action-packed films with continuous showings.  Feel the rush of Grand Prix Raceway and the thrill of Secrets of the Lost Temple.  The 4D virtual reality simulator where you actually ride with the movie and experience every bump, dip and turn!  State -of-the-Art Motion Simulator.  Seats move in 8 directions.  Full sized theatre with plenty of fun to be had by all.  So get ready to buckle up for a ride of a lifetime at Ripley's Moving Theater.

They are located along the Boulevard at 915 North Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach, SC  29577 • 843-448-233, or visit, www.ripleys.com.

Mini Golf Review:  Mt. Alanticus Minotaur Golf.

Mini Golf Review:  Mt. Alanticus Minotaur Golf.

Wow, this mini-golf course is noticeable from across town.  It sits high above the downtown area.  You will enjoy challenge and adventure on the 36 holes of the best of the best golf holes anywhere.  As mysterious and captivating as the lost continent of Atlantis, these holes feature audacious evidence that proves many ancient legends to be true.   Something cool that came directly from their scorecard ...

            “At 2:37 pm, March 29, 1998, a land mass suddenly appeared some two miles out to see from the Myrtle Beach Pavilion.  Two days later, the mass had settled itself atop the old Chapin Company department store, two blocks from the ocean.  You’ll find out how this literally-incredible event occurred.  You will laso see unimpeachable evidence that the mass as a miniature golf island resort, some 50,000 years old, which had broken away from the sunken continent of Atlantis and inched its way to the United States over thousands of years.  With your own eyes you’ll see the electrifying evidence that is completely revising the history of ancient civilizations.  This evidence incontrovertible proves many ancient legends to be true and certain modern mysteries- UFOs and the abominable snowman, etc.- are well-founded and probably real.”

This course is amazing!  Huts, torches, indoor, outdoor, water, Loch Ness monsters, minotaurs and dodos, it has it all.  The theme of the lost city of Atlantis is used throughout and it actually feels as though you have been transported there.  This course tackles many of the popular myths (UFO’s, etc) as well as adding some of its own (the evolution and devolution of the minotaur species).

Both courses start out indoors and intertwine as you move outdoors.  They both also move up and down the multi-tiers of the course (you get about 3-4 stories in the air) visiting various huts and caves on the way.   The soundtrack is excellent and follows you throughout the course.  The par is shown in diagrams at the hole, as the pin placement can change.  The covers for the non-used holes do not interfere with play at all, as they do at some courses we visited that try to move their pin placements.

The hole designs are some of the most creative and fun, even if they are really easy.  It is nice to see something unique.  Mt. Atlanticus is one of the best mini-golf courses in the Myrtle Beach area and is a must play stop when on vacation here.

707 N Kings Hwy
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577-3746
(843) 444-1008

 

Carlos and Charlie’s a great new edition to the restaurants here at Broadway at the Beach.

Carlos and Charlie's a great new edition to the restaurants here at Broadway at the Beach.

Carlos and Charlie's is a family-friendly, 100% Mexican restaurant. It is a very laid back casual setting where guests are free to do as they please as they are entertained by their surrounding - dancing on chairs, comical skit performances, singing, dancing and more.  

Family friendly, Carlos’n Charlie’s features international cuisine with a Mexican twist. In addition to some old favorites, you’re bound to find exciting new dishes with influences from around the globe including Italy and Japan.

Everyone loves tacos, and you’ll find some tasty ones here. Highly recommended are Charlie’s Tacos, featuring carne asada, chicken and chorizo sautéed with pico de gallo served on flour or corn tortillas and garnished with cream and ranchero-style beans.
In addition to the many other traditional Mexican dishes including burritos, nachos, fajitas, enchildas and chimichangas, there’s more!

Prepared in your choice of five different ways, the catch of the day is sure to hook the seafood lovers in the crowd. Among the selections, Mojo is sauced with garlic, butter, lime and parsley; Trankiki is wrapped in foil with spinach dip, Diabla sauce and mozzarella; and Madrazo is topped with creamy spinach, cheese and a touch of chipotle. Delicious!

Also highly recommended are the BBQ shrimp. Jumbo shrimp are stuffed with Monterey jack cheese, wrapped in bacon and basted with Carlos’n Charlie’s zesty chipotle barbecue sauce.

You’ll also find a great selection of steaks, chicken, pasta and other dishes including some incredibly juicy barbecued ribs.
Such a tasty meal isn’t complete without frosty cold beverages, and Carlos’n Charlie’s has the best drinks in town, from the Mother Margarita to a full slate of colorful frozen libations with names like Snow Driver and Caribbean Breeze. A wide selection of beers and wine are also served.

While the food is amazing, it’s the service and atmosphere that really set this place apart!  Certainly, no two visits are ever the same, and you won’t forget a single minute of it!

Carlos’n Charlie’s opens at 11am daily. It is located at 1202 Celebrity Circle, Broadway at the Beach, near Ripley’s Aquarium.

The truth about suncreen and the importance of using it during your vacation here in Myrtle Beach

The Truth about sunscreen.

When you are visiting here in Myrtle Beach, we definitely recommend you use the appropriate sunscreen and make sure to use it often.  Some things you will want to understand before you purchase the right sunscreen to protect yourself against.

Sunscreen messes with your body’s natural defenses against the sun’s radiation: a sunburn is a gentle reminder to get out of the sun before the bad radiation shows up. The best way to protect yourself from UVA radiation but still get a good dose of vitamin D is to adopt the philosophy of “everything in moderation”. Go out in the sun (sans sunscreen) but don’t stay out too long. When determining ‘how long is too long’ take these factors into consideration:
    •    your skin tone
    •    the heat of the day, cloud coverage etc.
    •    the time of day (burn time will be longer in the evenings and early mornings)
    •    location (In New Zealand the burn time is announced as part of the weather report and is usually under 10 minutes)

Small amounts of sun are healthy. Adults and children should remain indoors (at work and school or play) during the hottest part of the day, and when they venture out they should be sure to cover themselves properly. Schedule gardening, errands, play, etc., for early morning or evening hours. Our recommendation for protection: Loose-fitting clothing, shady trees and big floppy hats. Organic cotton is a good way to go!

Tests Reveal Top Performing Sunscreens
In tests of 22 sprays, creams, and lotions, we found nine that provided excellent protection against UVB radiation (which causes sunburn) even after immersion in water, along with very good protection against UVA radiation (which penetrates deeper than UVB, tanning and aging skin).

What was found. No one type—spray, cream, or lotion—protected best.
Three Best Buys: Up & Up Sport SPF 30 (Target), No-Ad with Aloe and Vitamin E SPF 45, and Equate Baby SPF 50. The Up & Up is a spray while the other two products are lotions. Although most products were excellent against UVB rays before water immersion, three were just OK, and some lost effectiveness after dunking. Most were very good against UVA rays, but Avon Skin-So-Soft Bug Guard was merely fair. (It’s a sunscreen and bug spray in one, not the best idea: In reapplying it for sun protection, you might overdo bug protection.)

Don’t rely on sunscreen alone. Wear protective clothing and limit time in the sun. Your sunscreen should be water resistant, with an SPF of at least 30. Above 30, there’s not much more protection. You need to reapply any sunscreen every 2 hours or so anyway and after swimming or sweating. Use 2 to 3 tablespoons of a lotion on most of your body, or “spray as much as can be evenly rubbed in,” says Jessica Krant, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist, “then go back over every area and spray them all completely again.”

Remember, the key facts and take care of your skin.

Myrtle Beach Segway offers an Eco-Friendly transport.

Myrtle Beach Segways offering an Eco-friendly transport.

Myrtle Beach Segways, which is located in the Market Common are offers a variety of tours, rentals & events suited to your needs.  "Think Green" is their philosophy.  A Sampling of their tours:  The Market Common District Tour and the Huntington Beach State Park Tour.  

Experience the feeling of "Gliding" on a Segway, while taking in the new Market Common District, located on the old Air Force Base. This new location has all the amenities that you need to enjoy your day. Glide on a Segway and then enjoy lunch or shopping at one of the local eateries or shops. Or catch lunch and Glide around and take in the natural beauty, wildlife and history of this newly renovated district. The tour is a little over an hour in length and will not take up your whole day, although there is plenty to do at Market Common. Take a break and have some fun the "Eco-friendly" way. Which ever way you play, all are sure to enjoy the "Segway Experience".  This is a self guided tour for 1 hour at $39 or 2 hours at $59.

Come and join us for a Segway Glide at one of the Grand Strand's most beautiful wetland and wildlife preserves. Nature lovers will enjoy the park’s Environmental Education Center and the chance to see loggerhead turtles and other endangered plant and animal species up close. The park’s freshwater lake along the causeway is a sure-fire place to see alligators basking in the sun, a variety of bird species and maybe even a mink or two.
Known for its natural beauty, Huntington Beach State Park was the former winter home of Anna Hyatt and Archer Huntington, sculptress and philanthropist, respectively, who left the park and adjacent Brookgreen Gardens as their legacy. There’s also Atalaya, the picturesque, Moorish-style castle which was their residence and sculpting studios. This tour is around two hours in length with training. Still plenty of time to enjoy the beach and relax before or after your "Segway Experience".  Tour times are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday at 10AM & 2PM.
Tour pricing is $59 per person plus tax. Reservations are required.

If you want to rent a segway for an hour, full day or even a weekend they can take care of your needs.  Try golfing with a segway, pretty cool and unique and Eco-friendly.

If you want to rent a segway for an event their are a variety of options to suit your needs.  Whether you are planning a business or personal function they can customize the package for you.  

If you have always wanted to try a Segway, what better place then Myrtle Beach to finally try it.  Check out www.mbsegway.com for more information.  
 

How to pack for a day at the beach.

How to pack for a day at the beach.

When you are visiting the Myrtle Beach area, I know the first thing you can't wait to do is to take the kids to the beach.  BUT, you need to know what to bring to make sure the day is enjoyable for the entire family.  So, with a little advanced planning you will be ready to go and happy you took the extra time to get ready.  

First of all, have a large beach bag.  Make sure it is large enough and durable enough to carry all of your items in.  The mesh beach bags are very nice because it will allow the sand to sift through and not get all over everything after.  In your beach bag you can have your beach towels, one per person, your sand toys for the kids and extra swim ware just in case of an emergency.

One of the most important things to take is sun block.  Make sure your sun block is no less then SPF 25, has a UVA and UVB protection and is waterproof.  You will be in and out of the ocean so that is VERY important.  Also, take notes on when to reapply.  You want to make sure you do this once every two hours.  Make sure you stick to that plan, it is better to be safe then burned for the entire vacation.

Take plenty of water wand snacks.  It will be hot out and you will need to make sure the kids are getting the hydration they need.  Between building sandcastles, playing frisbee and boogie boarding on the waves, they will need to drink plenty of water.  While they are hydrating, they will also need to enjoy some snacks to zap back in that energy.  Make sure they are high in protein, such as peanut butter sandwiches, nut mixes, cheese and crackers, jerky and even hard candies.

Another thing you will want to pack in your beach bag is a change of clothes for everyone. It is all just fun in the sun until the weather turns or the kids get tired and it is time to come back home. Riding in the car in a wet suit is bad for your upholstery and it is also just plain uncomfortable so it is a good idea to shower off and change before leaving the beach. This way you can leave the sand at the beach instead of in your vehicle and home.

If you are sensitive to the sun, make sure to pack a beach umbrella too.  Pack a beach blanket or chairs, it isn't always fun laying on the sand, especially if you are an adult.  

And last but least, take a camera.  You will get some great candid pictures that will last a lifetime.

Get Hooked to Deep Sea Fishing in Myrtle Beach Area with Captain Dicks

Get Hooked to Deep Sea Fishing in Myrtle Beach Area.


Let's start out on reserving your space on a Head Boat.  If you are ready to experience the real thrill of catching those big ones, your very own "catch of the day." Make deep sea fishing memories that will not soon be forgotten. The longer trips travel further offshore to deeper water and produce a wider variety, greater quantity and larger fish! These boats are equipped with air conditioned cabins, triple horsepower diesels, large upper deck, snack bar on board, rest rooms, electric reels, and convenient departures.  They are known as the largest party boat in South Carolina.  The adventures range from Sea Bass Fishing 1/2 day, Continental Shelf Fishing 8 hours, All day deep sea fishing 11 hours, and overnight Gulf Stream - 25 hours.

Next there are the Sportsfishing Boats which are private charter rates, per boat and up to 6 passengers.  These trips can be customized for tolling or bottom fishing and the departure times are flexible.  

The near shore Ocean dan inlet fishing boats are for mackerel, sharks, black sea bass, redfish, flounder, bluefish, spadefish, among others.  The captain will take you out up to 5 miles offshore to fish local reefs or can guide you in the calm sheltered waters of Murrells Inlet - your choice.  Limit size passengers.  Rods and reels, bait, tackle, and fishing license coverage is all included.

You can also rent your own boat for a half day or full day.  Rent a 17' Fiberglass boat with up to 5 ppl capacity.  You can fish, crab or just enjoy sightseeing in the beautiful waters of Murrells Inlet.  Or rent a pontoon boat, with capacity of up to 10 ppl.  
They also have the Pirate ship adventure, Salt Marsh Adventure, Jet Ski Rentals, Kayak Rentals, Banana Boat Rides, Parasailing and Dolphin Watch.  Something for everyone and trust me their is a lot of fish to catch or see.

The best thing is the cleanliness of the boat, the experienced and friendly crew and the hopes of catching some great fish.

Make sure to check out www.captdicks.com for more information.  He is located at the Crazy Sister Marina in Murrells Inlet at 4123 US 17 Business.
 

Get Soaked in Myrtle Beach at one of the most exciting watermarks in the Myrtle Beach Area.

Get Soaked in Myrtle Beach at one of the most exciting watermarks in the Myrtle Beach Area.

Wild, Water and Wheels has is all - they are a family fun park for all ages.  Mostly it is a watermark, but you can also enjoy driving go carts, 18 holes of mini-golf, bumper boats and fun picnics the entire family will enjoy.  Make sure you get there early and get your spot all set-up.  There are huge umbrellas and lounge chairs throughout the park so there is plenty of space for your family to have a place to meet up and relax in between the fun.  There are also lockers available for you to lock up those valuables.  They are located at the entrance and also in the middle of the park.  It is your choice where you want it.  Don't worry too, if you forgot your towels, sunscreen or even your bathing suit they have a gift shop/souvenir shop right at the entrance.

Ok, so let's get ready to have some fun!  If you are a family with little ones, there is plenty to do, you will notice as soon as you enter the park,


They have 11 different slide towers, a 950 ft lazy river that encircles the entire park with some fun waterfalls to make sure you stay wet, a wipe out wave pool that features 8 different settings, and kiddie area.  One of their most popular slides is the Free Fall Cliff Dive this one is for the brave ones only … this body-only speed slide plummets the slider at speeds reaching 45 mph through a tunnel that opens up to a near vertical drop!   One of the newest and coolest slides is the Wild H2O Racer.  Grab a sled style mat and race head first against four lanes of steep rolls and drops. And of course there are the tube slides.  The Dark Hole … You make sure to hold on tight to your tube as you embark into the enclosed slide that was named the best scary ride in Myrtle Beach.

The Kids' Activity Pool has super large pools that centers around a tree stump that has two slides the pool also features a waterfall entrance to a vast cave for exploring.  There are also several smaller slides around the entire vicinity of the pool.  One of the cooler things to me is the Lounge Pool - Submerge a chair and prepare to relax in the whirlpool like bubles of this adult only pool.  There are plenty of places to sunbathe and relax whether you prefer a wooden deck away from the action, a pool deck above it all in the middle of the watermark or in the lounge pool, there really is something for everyone.

Of course you will get hungry swimming and having fun all day, so either bring your own picnic and enjoy one of the picnic tables throughout the park or stop by the snack bar for a hearty meal, refreshing drink or a chilling snow cone or ice cream.  You will find something for everyone's taste.

Don't forget to make Wild, Water and Wheels a definite plan for your vacation.  Check out their website for pricing and hours at www.wild-water.com.

Ready to schedule Myrtle Beach’s Most Unique Tour & Dinner Boat?

Ready to schedule Myrtle Beach's Most Unique Tour & Dinner Boat?  Make sure to reserve your spot on the Barefoot Princess Cruise.

You will be cruising down the calm and scenic water of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway & the Waccamaw River.  Scenic beauty abounds along the Waccamaw River as you pass woodlands, river houses and boat landings. See the natural areas which surround the river, and get close to the wildlife which calls this area home in the Lowcountry. Entertaining and educational narration brings it all to life aboard the climate controlled 150 passenger Jungle Princess complete with restrooms climate controlled decks, and snack bar.. A relaxing and fun escape for the entire family.

If you want to enjoy a dinner meal you will enjoy the dining cruise.  This includes a tasty buffet, entertainment and full cash bar on all cruises Departing from Barefoot Landing Marina in North Myrtle Beach, they cruise the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway south toward Grande Dunes, viewing beautiful homes and natural areas.  Check out the cruise schedule for the Fourth of July Patriotic Cruise that will depart at 9 PM.  Reservations are required. .  Also, this summer they are offering a Child Free with paying adult on the sightseeing cruises only.  

Also check out the Barracuda Jet Boat and the Jungle Baby pontoon boat.

4898 Hwy 17 South
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Phone: +1 843 650-6600

 

Are you ready to start surfing in Myrtle Beach this Summer?

Are you ready to start surfing this summer?

Xtreme Surf & Skateboard Company id locally owned and operated by Surfers, since opening in 1996. we have strived to be the very best surf & skate shop by having a crew with the passion for the sport and are very knowledgable with a devotion to teach and share the stoke to all..around the shop we have a large selection of new & used boards for the guy wanting to learn to the seasoned dude. We have a fully stocked Skateboard Department and we custom build all our completes just for you and no shop is complete without carrying the freshest apparel by Rip curl, Oneill, HippyTree and others. Our Service Department is the best in Myrtle Beach, we offer: Board Repair, Surf Lessons, Surf Camps, Daily and weekly Board Rentals. Come by and check us out...

SURF CAMP & RENTALS
It's time to sigh up for the #1 Surf Camp on the beach! We offer one to three day camps for all ages. Our experinced instructors will ensure that your surf sessions are Safe, Informative and Always Fun! Surfboards are provided for all of our surf camps. The surf camps run daily April through September. Book Today...space is limited!

Xtreme Surf & Skateboard Co.
3068 Deville St
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
839-9590
Store's Webpage
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Saturday: 10a.m. – 9p.m.
Sunday: Noon – 6p.m.
Holiday Hours will vary.
Theater and restaurants open extended hours.

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 6/26 - 7/2, 2011

Sunday, June 26, 2011

Brookgreen Gardens:  They are celebrating their 80th Anniversary, visit online for updated events. Please visit, www.brookgreen.org.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Eason Duo -  8:00 PM.  Enjoy the live music inside the Hard Rock Café.  Visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.
Monday, June 27, 2011

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • 8:00 PM •  The Best of the 60s, 70s and 80s LIVE!  This music blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of the Carolina Opry.  This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music. Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

One The Show at Alabama Theatre – KIDS FREE – Memorial Day – Labor Day • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM  | The Show limit 2 kids per paid adult.  Call Box Office for Details.  Located at 4750 Hwy 17 S., Myrtle Beach, SC  or visit www.alabama-theatre.com.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Eason Duo -  8:00 PM.  Enjoy the live music inside the Hard Rock Café.  Visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Crestwood Baptist Church – Live Performance -  6:00 – 8:00 PM. Visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Broadway at the Beach – Adaville Baptist Church Choir, Live Music Performance – Heroes Harbor Stage -  6:00 PM. Enjoy a 30-minute contemporary Christian music performance by the Adaville Baptist Church Choir from Springdale, North Carolina.  Visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Act II -  8:00 PM.  Enjoy the live music inside the Hard Rock Café.  Visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Broadway at the Beach – Fireworks Spectacular – 10 PM
Broadway at the Beach invites you and your family to enjoy the fireworks extravaganza gracing the skies over the 23-acre Lake Broadway offereing a great view from any location at Broadway at the Beach.  Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

The Market Common FREE Summer Kids Movies at Grand 14 Cinema • 10:00 AM.  
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from June 7 – August 18th.  $1 Drinks and $1 Popcorn.  June 28, 29 and 30 th – Marmaduke.  Visit, www.marektcommonmb.com for more information.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Broadway at the Beach – Yankee Candle Jar-Normous SALE!! – June 8 – July 5th
Large Jars 6 for $69, Medium Jars $15, Select Accessories $10, Small Jars and Tea Lights $5, Samplers & Tarts $1, Plus Dollar Deals & Much More.  Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Angie Capone -  8:00 PM
Enjoy the live music inside the Hard Rock Café.  Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Crestwood Baptist Church – Live Performance -  6:00 – 8:00 PM. Visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

The Market Common FREE Summer Kids Movies at Grand 14 Cinema • 10:00 AM.  
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from June 7 – August 18th.  $1 Drinks and $1 Popcorn.  June 28, 29 and 30 th – Marmaduke.  Visit, www.marektcommonmb.com for more information.


Thursday, June 30, 2011

Litter Critters at the Myrtle Beach State Park • 3:00 – 4:30 PM:  Learn what happens to Myrtle as her pond is discovered by humans in this fun, hands on story about water pollution.  Then we head outside for 20 min and prizes will be awarded if you become a soulution to pollution.  Wear shoes.  Meet at Activity Center.  Located at 4401 S. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29575.  Call, 843-238-0874 or visit www.myrtlebeachsp.com for more information.

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Paul Grimshaw - 10:00 PM.  Enjoy the live music inside the Hard Rock Café.  Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Wet Willie’s Live Music by LongDrive -  9:00 PM
Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

The Market Common FREE Summer Kids Movies at Grand 14 Cinema • 10:00 AM.  
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from June 7 – August 18th.  $1 Drinks and $1 Popcorn.  June 28, 29 and 30 th – Marmaduke.  Visit, www.marektcommonmb.com for more information.

Friday, July 1, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Broadway at the Beach – Wet Willie’s Live Music by Travis Proctor -  9:00 PM
Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

The Market Common’s presents The Sounds of Summer With Music in the Streets – Dixieland Quartet and Alan Bibey Duo • 6:00 – 9:00 PM.  Enjoy free music and complimentary carriage rides.  Visit www.marketcommonmb.com for more information.

Saturday, July 2, 2011

2nd Annual Independence Day 8k and Freedom 5k located in The Market Common Grand Park • 7:00 AM – 8k Race begins, 7:15 AM – 5k Race Begins.  
Visit www.independenceraceday8k.com for more information.

The Market Common’s Weekend Wakeup:  FREE Yoga in the Park on Saturdays  • 8:00 – 9:00 AM.  Yoga in Common hosts complimentary Yoga classes in Valor Park Every Saturday in June.  Visit www.marketcommonmb.com for more information.

The Market Common’s Presents – Italian Festival – 7/2 – 7/3 • 12:00 – 8:00 PM.  Enjoy Italian food vendors and entertainment all weekend long.  Visit, www.marketcommonmb.com for more information.

Sun Fun Surfside Beach Super Saturday • 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Located at 1st Ave South in Surfside Beach.  Contact 843-650-9548 or visit www.SurfsideBeach.org for more information.

Hobcaw Barony Kayak Tour by Surf the Earth • 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM.  Surf The Earth has teamed with the North Inlet Estuarine Research Center to offer a one of a kind Specialty Kayak Tour: exclusive creek paddle to the barrier islands of South Debordieu and North Island. The Naturalist guided tours offer a historical and natural overview of the incredible Hobcaw estuary.  Located at Hobcaw Barony, hwy 17, north of Georgetown.   All Tours are from 8:30 am-1:30 pm. Location - Hobcaw Barony.
Cost - $50 per person, Limit: 6 per trip. For Reservations, Call 843-546-3623.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by N’Tranze – 8:00 PM
Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Wet Willie’s Live Music by Bill Eaker – 9:00 PM
Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Original Shucker’s Raw Bar with Live Music by Jebb Mac - 10:00 PM. Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

 

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 6/19 - 6/24, 2011

Sunday, June 19, 2011

Brookgreen Gardens:  They are celebrating their 80th Anniversary, visit online for updated events. Please visit, www.brookgreen.org.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Eason Duo -  8:00 PM.  Enjoy the live music inside the Hard Rock Café.  Visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – 4th Annual Steve Perry Day at Retro Active -  10:00 AM – 11:00 PM. Steve Perry, formerly of the band Journey, wandered into Retro Active, shopping with his family on June 19, 2007. Since that time Retro Active has celebrated that appearance every year on the same day with special sales and activities. This year Retro Active is celebrating the 4th anniversary of that random appearance by offering 20% off all Journey and Steve Perry merchandise. They will also feature extra Journey and Steve Perry songs via in-store radio. And, while supplies last, customers can show a journey ticket stub or Journey/Steve Perry photo for a free gift!
Monday, June 20, 2011

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • 8:00 PM •  The Best of the 60s, 70s and 80s LIVE!  This music blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of the Carolina Opry.  This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music. Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

One The Show at Alabama Theatre – KIDS FREE – Memorial Day – Labor Day • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM  | The Show limit 2 kids per paid adult.  Call Box Office for Details.  Located at 4750 Hwy 17 S., Myrtle Beach, SC  or visit www.alabama-theatre.com.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Eason Duo -  8:00 PM.  Enjoy the live music inside the Hard Rock Café.  Visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Broadway at the Beach – Adaville Baptist Church Choir, Live Music Performance – Heroes Harbor Stage -  6:00 PM. Enjoy a 30-minute contemporary Christian music performance by the Adaville Baptist Church Choir from Springdale, North Carolina.  Visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Act II -  8:00 PM.  Enjoy the live music inside the Hard Rock Café.  Visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Broadway at the Beach – Fireworks Spectacular – 10 PM
Broadway at the Beach invites you and your family to enjoy the fireworks extravaganza gracing the skies over the 23-acre Lake Broadway offereing a great view from any location at Broadway at the Beach.  Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

The Market Common FREE Summer Kids Movies at Grand 14 Cinema • 10:00 AM.  
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from June 7 – August 18th.  $1 Drinks and $1 Popcorn.  June 21, 22 and 23 – Furry Vengeance.  Visit, www.marektcommonmb.com for more information.

The Grand Cirque Adrenaline • 8:00 PM. Watch some of the most amazing tricks and performances you could ever imagine at Le Grand Cirque Adrenaline at the Palace Theatre in Myrtle Beach! Dazzling acrobats from all over the world perform daring stunts while tumblers and contortionists move their bodies like you wouldn't believe! Dizzy the clown will have you roaring with laughter as he begs for audience interaction. This exciting show is fun for the entire family.  For more information, please visit, www.palacetheatremyrtlebeach.com.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Ocean Boulevard’s Hot Summer Nights Fireworks Display located oceanfront  at Plyler Park on the Boardwalk of Myrtle Beach • Every Wednesday night thru September 3, 2011 • 9:30 PM.

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Broadway at the Beach – Yankee Candle Jar-Normous SALE!! – June 8 – July 5th
Large Jars 6 for $69, Medium Jars $15, Select Accessories $10, Small Jars and Tea Lights $5, Samplers & Tarts $1, Plus Dollar Deals & Much More.  Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Alex Howard -  8:00 PM
Enjoy the live music inside the Hard Rock Café.  Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

The Market Common FREE Summer Kids Movies at Grand 14 Cinema • 10:00 AM.  
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from June 7 – August 18th.  $1 Drinks and $1 Popcorn.  June 21, 22 and 23 – Furry Vengeance.  Visit, www.marektcommonmb.com for more information.

Thursday, June 23, 2011

Litter Critters at the Myrtle Beach State Park • 3:00 – 4:30 PM:  Learn what happens to Myrtle as her pond is discovered by humans in this fun, hands on story about water pollution.  Then we head outside for 20 min and prizes will be awarded if you become a soulution to pollution.  Wear shoes.  Meet at Activity Center.  Located at 4401 S. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29575.  Call, 843-238-0874 or visit www.myrtlebeachsp.com for more information.

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Paul Grimshaw - 10:00 PM.  Enjoy the live music inside the Hard Rock Café.  Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Wet Willie’s Live Music by LongDrive -  9:00 PM
Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

The Market Common FREE Summer Kids Movies at Grand 14 Cinema • 10:00 AM.  
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from June 7 – August 18th.  $1 Drinks and $1 Popcorn.  June 21, 22 and 23 – Furry Vengeance.  Visit, www.marektcommonmb.com for more information.
Friday, June 24, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Broadway at the Beach – Be-Bop Back to the 50’s 6/24-26 - Enjoy three fun-filled days of special events and activities all surrounding that magical time known as the fifties. Junior Elvis Contest - Friday, June 24th at 5pm/Do-Wop Costume Contest - Friday, June 24th, 5pm-7pm/50's Themed Competitions - Saturday, June 25th, throughout the day/Ultimate Elvis Competition & Show at Legends In Concert - Saturday, June 25th at 7pm & More! 
Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Original Shucker’s Raw Bar Live Music by Mike O’Donnel  -  10:00 PM Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Wet Willie’s Live Music by Corn Bread -  9:00 PM
Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

The Market Common’s presents The Sounds of Summer With Music in the Streets – Gernoldo Frazier (Piano, Show tunes, swing, blues, and jazz standards and Simply Strings • 6:00 – 9:00 PM.  Enjoy free music and complimentary carriage rides.  
Visit www.marketcommonmb.com for more information.

Saturday, June 25, 2011

The Market Common’s Weekend Wakeup:  FREE Yoga in the Park on Saturdays  • 8:00 – 9:00 AM.  Yoga in Common hosts complimentary Yoga classes in Valor Park Every Saturday in June.  Visit www.marketcommonmb.com for more information.

Sun Fun Surfside Beach Super Saturday • 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Located at 1st Ave South in Surfside Beach.  Contact 843-650-9548 or visit www.SurfsideBeach.org for more information.

Riverfest in Downtown Conway Join us in beautiful downtown Conway for Conway's annual celebration of our Independence. Held each year in June, Riverfest features live entertainment, Children's Playground Pavilion, Artisans Market, Boat Parade, Homemade River Raft Race, golf cart parade, food vendors and much more!

Hobcaw Barony Kayak Tour by Surf the Earth • 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM.  Surf The Earth has teamed with the North Inlet Estuarine Research Center to offer a one of a kind Specialty Kayak Tour: exclusive creek paddle to the barrier islands of South Debordieu and North Island. The Naturalist guided tours offer a historical and natural overview of the incredible Hobcaw estuary.  Located at Hobcaw Barony, hwy 17, north of Georgetown.   All Tours are from 8:30 am-1:30 pm. Location - Hobcaw Barony.
Cost - $50 per person, Limit: 6 per trip. For Reservations, Call 843-546-3623.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by N’Tranze – 8:00 PM
Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Wet Willie’s Live Music by Bill Eaker – 9:00 PM
Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Original Shucker’s Raw Bar with Live Music by Jebb Mac - 10:00 PM. Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

 

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 6/12 - 6/18, 2011

Sunday, June 12, 2011

Brookgreen Gardens:  They are celebrating their 80th Anniversary, visit online for updated events. Please visit, http://www.brookgreen.org
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Psychic Walk at Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach • 8:00 PM. Nightly thru August 31, 2011. The Psychic Walk is a magical 90 minute tour through a world of the bizarre and fantastic! The waters, trees and sky become a theater, as renowned master fortune teller and performer 'McTaggart' leads guests through demonstrations of palm reading, astrology, predictions, and more. Learn how to improve your luck! Discover the meanings of omens and interpreting symbols. Secrets to uncovering your own psychic powers are revealed on this humorous and enlightening stroll! General ticket price is $17.95 Tours conducted at dusk, nightly. Ticket purchases must be made in advance.  Visit, http://www.bflanding.com/events for more information.

SkooL 4 Pirates presented by Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach • 4:00 - 5:30 PM. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays – June thru August 2011. For kids ages 4-12 (and for parents who want to enjoy some shopping for an hour and a half without the kids!) The little ‘swabbys’ will learn all about pirates, create their own swashbuckling items to wear, and ‘become’ a pirate for the day, participating in songs, activities, a treasure hunt and more! 4:00-5:30 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from June through August-only at Barefoot Landing! Please enroll your pirate in advance, so that we have time to personalize a special treat with their name on it! Only $16.95 http://www.SkooL4Pirate.com Visit., http://www.bflanding.com/events for more information.

SummerFest 2011 presented by Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach • 7:00 – 11:00 PM.  SUNDAYS – Kids’ Karaoke,  Jo Joe the Magician, and Spunky and Peppermint come on out and enjoy the fun. Visit, http://www.bflanding.com/events for more information.
Monday, June 13, 2011

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • 8:00 PM •  The Best of the 60s, 70s and 80s LIVE!  This music blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of the Carolina Opry.  This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music. Tickets and more information, please visit, http://www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

One The Show at Alabama Theatre – KIDS FREE – Memorial Day – Labor Day • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM  | The Show limit 2 kids per paid adult.  Call Box Office for Details.  Located at 4750 Hwy 17 S., Myrtle Beach, SC  or visit http://www.alabama-theatre.com
. Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, http://www.comedycabana.com
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Broadway at the Beach – Fireworks Spectacular – 10 PM
Broadway at the Beach invites you and your family to enjoy the fireworks extravaganza gracing the skies over the 23-acre Lake Broadway offereing a great view from any location at Broadway at the Beach.  Please visit,www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach presents – 40th Birthday Celebration at Hard Rock Café • 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM.   LUNCH WITH A LEGEND - Performers from LEGENDS IN CONCERT Will Be At the Cafe 11am-1pm.  MASCOT APPEARANCES - Sharkee from Ripley's Aquarium, Splash from the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, Hardshell Hank from Myrtle Waves Waterpark, Sparkie from NASCAR Speedpark & the Knights from Medieval Times 2-6pm (time of appearances will vary).  LE GRANDE CIRQUE Performers 6-7pm.  MYRTLE BEACH FIRE & POLICE DEPARTMENT VEHICLES (times will vary).  FREE BIRTHDAY CAKE for All Guests Throughout the Day (while supplies last).  HARD ROCK STAFF in 70s Clothes & Costumes. LIVE MUSIC with the FAB II 4-7pm on the Patio under the Disco Ball.  LIVE MUSIC with Act II 8pm-12am on the Patio under the Disco Ball.  LIVE REMOTE with BOB 104.9 4-6pm.

The Market Common FREE Summer Kids Movies at Grand 14 Cinema • 10:00 AM.  
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from June 7 – August 18th.  $1 Drinks and $1 Popcorn.  June 14, 15 and 16 – How to Train a Dragon.  Visit, http://www.marektcommonmb.com for more information.

SummerFest 2011 presented by Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach • 7:00 – 11:00 PM.  TUESDAYS – Nick Pike, Jo Joe the Magician, Stilt walkers come on out and enjoy the fun. Visit, http://www.bflanding.com/events for more information.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, http://www.comedycabana.com
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Broadway at the Beach – Yankee Candle Jar-Normous SALE!! – June 8 – July 5th
Large Jars 6 for $69, Medium Jars $15, Select Accessories $10, Small Jars and Tea Lights $5, Samplers & Tarts $1, Plus Dollar Deals & Much More.  Please visit, http://www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Angie Capone -  8:00 PM
Enjoy the live music inside the Hard Rock Café.  Please visit, http://www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

The Market Common FREE Summer Kids Movies at Grand 14 Cinema • 10:00 AM.  
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from June 7 – August 18th.  $1 Drinks and $1 Popcorn.  June 14, 15 and 16 – How to Train a Dragon.  Visit, http://www.marektcommonmb.com for more information.

SummerFest 2011 presented by Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach • 7:00 – 11:00 PM.  WEDNESDAYS – Strolling Boardwalk Parade, Nick Pike, Joe Joe the Magician, Spunky and Peppermint, Stilt walkers, 5 Star Farms Camel rides and petting zoo, Shoreline Marching Band. Visit, http://www.bflanding.com/events for more information.

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Litter Critters at the Myrtle Beach State Park • 3:00 – 4:30 PM:  Learn what happens to Myrtle as her pond is discovered by humans in this fun, hands on story about water pollution.  Then we head outside for 20 min and prizes will be awarded if you become a soulution to pollution.  Wear shoes.  Meet at Activity Center.  Located at 4401 S. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29575.  Call, 843-238-0874 or visit http://www.myrtlebeachsp.com for more information.

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, http://www.comedycabana.com
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Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Paul Grimshaw -  10:00 PM.  Enjoy the live music inside the Hard Rock Café.  Please visit, http://www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Wet Willie’s Live Music by LongDrive -  9:00 PM
Please visit, http://www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

The Market Common FREE Summer Kids Movies at Grand 14 Cinema • 10:00 AM.  
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from June 7 – August 18th.  $1 Drinks and $1 Popcorn.  June 14, 15 and 16 – How to Train a Dragon.  Visit, http://www.marektcommonmb.com for more information.

SummerFest 2011 presented by Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach • 7:00 – 11:00 PM.  THURSDAYS –Jo Joe the Magician, Stilt walkers come on out and enjoy the fun. Visit, http://www.bflanding.com/events for more information.
Friday, June 17, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, http://www.comedycabana.com
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Broadway at the Beach – 2011 Summer Jam at Celebrity Square -  7:00 PM
Live music by Technicolor Void, Junior Doctor & MonaLisa on Celebrity Square Stage.  Please visit, http://www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Stella Rising -  10:00 PM
Please visit, http://www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Wet Willie’s Live Music by Travis Proctor -  9:00 PM
Please visit, http://www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

The Market Common’s presents The Sounds of Summer With Music in the Streets – School of Rock Unplugged and Arlin Strader Trio (jazz) • 6:00 – 9:00 PM.  Enjoy free music and complimentary carriage rides.  Visit http://www.marketcommonmb.com for more information.

SummerFest 2011 presented by Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach • 7:00 – 11:00 PM.  FRIDAYS – Nick Pike, Jo Joe the Magician, Bronze Statue, 5 Star Farms Camel Rides, come on out and enjoy the fun. Visit, http://www.bflanding.com/events for more information.
Saturday, June 18, 2011

2011 Beach Sand Soccer Tournament – June 11 & 12th • 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.  Do you LOVE the game of soccer?  Do you LOVE the beach & playing in the sand?  Then this is the tournament for you!  Located at 9th Ave North & Ocean Blvd., visit http://www.beach5sandsoccerseries.com for more information.

Sun Fun Surfside Beach Super Satruday • 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Located at 1st Ave South in Surfside Beach.  Contact 843-650-9548 or visit http://www.SurfsideBeach.org for more information.

Hobcaw Barony Kayak Tour by Surf the Earth • 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM.  Surf The Earth has teamed with the North Inlet Estuarine Research Center to offer a one of a kind Specialty Kayak Tour: exclusive creek paddle to the barrier islands of South Debordieu and North Island. The Naturalist guided tours offer a historical and natural overview of the incredible Hobcaw estuary.  Located at Hobcaw Barony, hwy 17, north of Georgetown.   All Tours are from 8:30 am-1:30 pm. Location - Hobcaw Barony.
Cost - $50 per person, Limit: 6 per trip. For Reservations, Call 843-546-3623.

Broadway at the Beach – Hard Rock Café Live Music by Stella Rising - 10:00 PM
Please visit, http://www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Broadway at the Beach – Wet Willie’s Live Music by Big Dirty Smile -  9:00 PM
Please visit, http://www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

SummerFest 2011 presented by Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach • 7:00 – 11:00 PM.  SATURDAYS –Stilt walkers come on out and enjoy the fun.
Visit, http://www.bflanding.com/events for more information.

 

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 6/5 - 6/11, 2011

Sunday, June 5, 2011

Brookgreen Gardens:  They are celebrating their 80th Anniversary, visit online for updated events. Please visit, www.brookgreen.org.
Monday, June 6, 2011

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • 8:00 PM •  The Best of the 60s, 70s and 80s LIVE!  This music blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of the Carolina Opry.  This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music. Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

One The Show at Alabama Theatre – KIDS FREE – Memorial Day – Labor Day • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM  | The Show limit 2 kids per paid adult.  Call Box Office for Details.  Located at 4750 Hwy 17 S., Myrtle Beach, SC  or visit www.alabama-theatre.com.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Broadway at the Beach – Fireworks Spectacular – 10 PM
Broadway at the Beach invites you and your family to enjoy the fireworks extravaganza gracing the skies over the 23-acre Lake Broadway offereing a great view from any location at Broadway at the Beach.  Please visit,www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.


Broadway at the Beach – Yankee Candle Jar-Normous SALE!! – June 8 – July 5th
Large Jars 6 for $69, Medium Jars $15, Select Accessories $10, Small Jars and Tea Lights $5, Samplers & Tarts $1, Plus Dollar Deals & Much More.  Please visit, www.Broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.
Thursday, June 9, 2011

Litter Critters at the Myrtle Beach State Park • 3:00 – 4:30 PM:  Learn what happens to Myrtle as her pond is discovered by humans in this fun, hands on story about water pollution.  Then we head outside for 20 min and prizes will be awarded if you become a soulution to pollution.  Wear shoes.  Meet at Activity Center.  Located at 4401 S. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29575.  Call, 843-238-0874 or visit www.myrtlebeachsp.com for more information.

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.
Friday, June 10, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Pete Lee •  8:00 PM – June 6 - 11
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

The Market Common’s presents The Sounds of Summer With Music in the Streets – Grenoldo Frazer (piano, show tunes, swing, blues and Jazz standards and My Buddy Todd (Roots Blues) • 6:00 – 9:00 PM.  Enjoy free music and complimentary carriage rides.  Visit www.marketcommonmb.com for more information.

Saturday, June 11, 2011

The Market Common’s Weekend Wakeup:  FREE Yoga in the Park on Saturdays  • 8:00 – 9:00 AM.  Yoga in Common hosts complimentary Yoga classes in Valor Park Every Saturday in June.  Visit www.marketcommonmb.com for more information.

2011 Beach Sand Soccer Tournament – June 11 & 12th • 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.  Do you LOVE the game of soccer?  Do you LOVE the beach & playing in the sand?  Then this is the tournament for you!  Located at 9th Ave North & Ocean Blvd., visit www.beach5sandsoccerseries.com for more information.

Sun Fun Surfside Beach Super Satruday • 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Located at 1st Ave South in Surfside Beach.  Contact 843-650-9548 or visit www.SurfsideBeach.org for more information.

Hobcaw Barony Kayak Tour by Surf the Earth • 8:30 AM –  1:30 PM.  Surf The Earth has teamed with the North Inlet Estuarine Research Center to offer a one of a kind Specialty Kayak Tour: exclusive creek paddle to the barrier islands of South Debordieu and North Island. The Naturalist guided tours offer a historical and natural overview of the incredible Hobcaw estuary.  Located at Hobcaw Barony, hwy 17, north of Georgetown.   All Tours are from 8:30 am-1:30 pm. Location - Hobcaw Barony.
Cost - $50 per person, Limit: 6 per trip. For Reservations, Call 843-546-3623.

 

Spend the Day at Myrtle Beach State Park

Since 1935, a trip to the beach has meant a stay at Myrtle Beach State Park each year for hundreds of thousands of families from across the United States and Canada.

Located in the heart of the bustling Grand Strand, one of America’s most popular and diverse vacation destinations, Myrtle Beach State Park also is a natural retreat, home to one of South Carolina’s last stands of easily accessible, oceanfront maritime forest.

Programming and a nature center offer visitors the chance to learn more about dolphins, sea turtles and the abundant bird and plant life that grace the leafy park.

FISHING
Enjoy fishing from the pier or surf fishing for flounder, king mackerel, whiting, trout, spots, Spanish mackerel, drum and blues.

 Pier fishing - Daily Fee: $4.50 12+; $2.92 SC senior; 
free for children age 11 and younger (annual fee available). 

The Pier also has a gift shop and includes bait/tackle, souvenirs and snacks. 

Fishing pier hours: April - October: 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; November- March: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.


THINGS TO DO
Seven picnic shelters are available for family or other group gatherings. Each shelter may be reserved for $25-38/day.

EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES
Beach access is available beginning the third Saturday in November and continues through the last day of February for horseback riding. There is a $25.00 permit for each horse that enters the park. The permit is only for the horse.

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
The nature center offers saltwater aquariums, live reptiles and interactive natural history displays to help visitors understand the significance of the park.  An outdoor wildlife habitat complete with bird feeder, bird houses, butterfly garden, bird baths and nature sculpture is available for viewing even when the nature center is not open.


TRAILS
The "Sculptured Oak Nature Trail" provides a rare opportunity to see one of the last stands of maritime forest on the northern coast of South Carolina.  From the parking area for the Nature/Activity Centers, cross the road and begin an easy walk on the Sculptured Oak Trail to experience what the woodlands of the Grand Strand used to look like. You will pass through a forest of oaks, wax myrtles, hollies, poplars, and magnolias, which is the home of a diversity of birds, reptiles and amphibians.

You can go straight and visit an overlook at a pond (which is rain dependent), or turn left toward the beach. After a short walk you will come to a branch and the Yaupon Trail is on the right. Both the Sculptured Oak and Yaupon trails lead to the beach, which is accessible by boardwalks. If you are looking for a longer walk you go out on one, cross a parking area, and return on the other.

Restrooms and water are available at the office, and at facilities throughout the park. Insect repellent is recommended in warm weather.  Sculptured Oak Trail 0.5 mile and the Yaupon Trail 0.4 mile.
Camping: Call 1-866-345-PARK (7275) or go online at www.SouthCarolinaParks.com to make your reservations today!

Park Information: Myrtle Beach State Park, 4401 South Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29575, Telephone: 843-238-5325.

This is a beautiful piece of nature right in the heart of Myrtle Beach.  Make sure to visit and see the true beauty of the area untouched.

Head to the beaches of the Grand Strand and be ready to get wet while having fun!

On a hot spring or summer day, look no further and cool off at one of the area's water parks loaded with plenty of refreshing family-friendly fun. You may want to try a great aquatic excursion via jet ski or pontoon boat which will get your heart pumping. There are also many offshore and deep sea fishing charters for the angler in you
Myrtle Beach Water Sports, Jet Skis, Sailing, Parasailing and Water Parks in the Grand Strand
 South Carolina's coast offers the watersports enthusiast a true paradise. With ample jet ski rentals in the Grand Strand area and sailing, kayaking, salt-water fishing, and more offers something for everyone, with the usual tourist traps and of course all the beach shops to be expected in a coastal resort town.

On the ocean in the heart if Cherry Grove in North Myrtle Beach you'll find Bob's Watersports, one of the premier companies on the strand. They offer parasailing, banana boat and speedboat rides with a dolphin watch.
If underwater exploration is your thing, Coastal Scuba in North Myrtle Beach can take you to many interesting sites off the coast. There are Civil War and World War II wrecks, as well as natural and man-made reefs. Rental equipment and lessons are available.

On the ocean in Myrtle Beach is Ocean Watersports where you’ll find adventure for the whole family, including jet ski rentals, parasailing, and banana boat rides. Providing safe fun since 1975, they’ll help you make vacation memories that will last a life time! When you parasail with Ocean Watersports, you'll begin with a Banana Boat ride through the surf and out to the parasail boat. Then, sit back, relax, and enjoy your flight - no training required. Our friendly and experienced Captain and crew will do all the work to ensure your comfort and safety.

So remember, if you want an adventure while on the water, there is an endless list of activities for you to enjoy:
Parasail

Dolphin Watch & Sightseeing Cruise
Banana Boat Rides
Kayaking Tours and Rentals
Scuba Diving
Paddle Board Rentals
Fishing Charters

Make sure to save at least one of your days for the activity of your choice.  This will be an amazing memory to last a lifetime.

 

Come cheer on the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, now affiliated with the Texas Rangers.

The BB&T Coastal Field has Field Boxes, Reserved Boxes, Grand Strand Seats, and a Budweiser Thirst Inning Deck.  One of the most talked about areas of the stadium is the unique beach seating.  This area is available for private company outings, family reunions, parties or any other special occasion for up to 120 people.  You will sit under the palm trees with your feet up in Lack’s lounge chairs while sipping on a beverage from your private bar.  Baseball fans can enjoy the field – level view down the left field line in an area next to the visiting bullpen.  They also have a picnic area where you can enjoy an all-you-can eat buffet while watching the top prospects in professional baseball shine on the field. 

If you want to enjoy the game in a luxury suite, you can rent one for your group.  You will enjoy 4 VIP parking passes, your groups name in lights on the BB&T Coastal Field scoreboard and announced over the PA System.   Promotional items for the evening placed in your suite the night of the game.  Air conditioning, indoor & outdoor seating, 42” high-definition plasma television, complimentary game programs & stat packets.  Food and beverage is available at additional costs right to your suite.  They also offer birthday bash packages, Field of Dreams for kids 12 and under and so much more.

Be prepared to have a lot of fun. Not only watching the game, but there is tons of excitement all night long.  In between each inning there is some sort of fan interaction.  Whether it is guessing a trivia question for a prize, playing one of the silly games on the field or watching the mascots entertain the audience. 

When you come to the games, not only will you meet Splash, the official mascot of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, but you will meet Duece and the Rally Shark too.  Splash is Now 11 years old, and is the clown of the ballpark. He has twice been ejected from games at BB&T Coastal Field, but his lovable look always compels Carolina League umpires to forgive him. Splash warns fans to always keep an eye on their food and drinks as he's always looking to sneak some ballpark goodies. If a hot dog comes up missing, check the big beak. It might just be hiding in there! He also reminds fans to bring their cameras to the game. The minute you take out your camera, Splash will be ready with his signature big smile.  Splash's flock is huge, and it's getting bigger everyday. All of the kids along the Grand Strand are diehard Splash fans, but Splash isn't just for them. It's the young and the young at heart that show their love for Splash and catch him at each and every Pelicans home game.

 

 

Deucestepped into his role in 2010 as the Pelicans' on-field best friend fresh off a successful '09 season. Part bat boy, part ball caddy, and all fun, Deuce has been active at Pelicans games since the 2008 season. The English yellow lab has mastered the art of delivering new balls to the Carolina League's finest umpires as well as his postgame victory lap around the bases. When he's not performing at Pelicans games, Deuce can be found napping either at home or in the Pelicans front office.

Rally Sharkcame to the Pelicans in 2008 to add some excitement to the late innings of ballgames at BB&T Coastal Field. This highly streamlined, cartilaginous Pelicans fan lives below the left field bleachers to be close to the visiting clubhouse where he can easily taunt opponents.

Rally surfaces when the Pelicans hit a home run or score a run late to send the fans into a frenzy. He loves signing autographs, throwing things into the stands, and he's been known to take his shirt off and run around the outfield from time to time (though the Pelicans discourage such behavior). Rally is most proud of his dorsal fin and dreams of showcasing his dance moves in a made-for-Broadway interpretive-dance remake of "Jaws" someday.

There are many children’s activities and promotions going on every game.  Some include:  Kids Eat Free Monday - Back for 2011, Kids Eat Free Monday is one of the Pelicans' most popular promotions in franchise history. At every Monday home game during the 2011 season, all Pelicans fans ages 12 and under will receive a voucher for a free hot dog, chips, and drink upon admission to BB&T Coastal Field.

Team Tuesday- Tuesdays are again Team Tuesdays at the ballpark with the Pelicans bringing back their popular team poster series for weekly Tuesday giveaways in 2011. Fans will also have chances at special ticket promotions from Kraft Singles and BI-LO for Tuesday games.

Wiener Wednesday- There's no better way to get ready for the Pelicans' immensely popular Thirsty Thursdays than by downing the all-American ballpark item in its most affordable form on Wednesday. "Wiener Wednesdays" feature one-dollar Hebrew National hot dogs all game long.

Thirsty Thursday- The crown prince of all Minor League Baseball promotional nights, Thirsty Thursday is back for another season in 2011. The team's legendary Thursday event boasts $1 Budweiser and Bud Light draft beers from 6-8 PM as well as live music from local bands in the Budweiser Thirst Inning Deck in left field courtesy of Better Brands, Celebrations Nightlife, and the "Weekly Surge."

 

Sunday Pregame Catch on the Field- Families are invited to enjoy the day together starting with pregame catch on the five-time-running Carolina League Field of the Year.

The Pelicans have over 15 fireworks nights scheduled throughout the summer with a slew of giveaway items and the club's famous promotional theme nights packing the year as well.  Make sure to check the promotions calendar at www.myrtlebeachpelicans.com. 

One last thing you might have forgotten, but needs to be mentioned.  Don’t forget to visit the Pro Shop for that Myrtle Beach Pelicans souvenir before you get to your seats or on your way out.

This is one exciting ballpark right here in Myrtle Beach and is fun for the entire family.  Make sure to add this to your vacation calendar.

Coastal Grand Mall - What is new for 2011.

There are many restaurants to choose from before, during or after shopping.  From Abuelo’s Mexican, Cracker Barrel, Lil Tokyo Steakhouse & Sushi Bar, Red Lobster, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Sticky Fingers and Texas Roadhouse.  Don’t forget to grab that Frozen Yogurt, Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, Ice cream from Marbleslab, Cookies from Mrs. Fields or that cup of joe from Starbucks.

There are several Accessories stores for that piece of jewelry you need while on vacation to the new pair of sunglasses to match your new swimsuit.  Also, whether you have teenagers or smaller children, there are many stores that have what they want and what they need.  Don’t forget to stop in one of the 4 department stores here including: Belk, Dillard’s, JCPenney’s and Sears.  There are also many sports stores for every sport enthusiast in your family.  

And for entertainment you have the Cinemark 14 movie theatres, right next to the food court, and also Jungle Fun where the kids can play for hours of arcade fun.  

There really is something for everyone.  The Coastal Grand Mall is located in the central part of Myrtle Beach.  Not only offereing convience and safety, but everything you need to have an awesome shopping day.
For more information, please visit www.CoastaGrand.com.


 

A trip to La Belle Amie Vineyards

When you first get to La Belle Amie, you are greeted by the beautiful oak trees and the winery’s two dogs, Bella and Amie.  Once you park you can enter the gift shop first to browse around and sign up for a tour and wine tasting.  The gift shop is adorable and the staff was very friendly.  The shop has everything you need from wine glasses, coasters, wine racks, corkscrews to a variety of sauces, salsas, relishes and flavored cooking oils and a lot of unique gifts you just don’t see anywhere else.

Of course if you go to the winery, you are looking for a new flavor of wine to enjoy.  Make sure to enjoy the $5.50 wine tasting.  You will get to sample 6 different wines and even keep the glass.  After you have enjoyed your wine and you wrote down the flavors you want to get before you leave, it is time to tour the vineyard.  There is guided and self-guided tours.  I recommend doing the guided tour.  There is a lot of history you can learn about the vineyard and the staff is very eager to share the stories.  The Self-guided tours are available Mon-Sat from 10am - 4pm. Guided vineyard tours for groups fewer than 15 are given on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and non-festival Saturdays at 11am, weather permitting. Please call to reserve a spot for these tours.

The vineyard tours are hosted by Vicki, the owner, and consist of a dialogue on the farm operations, details on the grapevines and the history of La Belle Amie Vineyard. She also has a wonderful knowledge of Carolina flora and of Carolina Bays, unique geological formations, one of which is located next to the wine and gift shop.
Along with the wine tastings, vineyard tours and gift shop, La Belle Amie has monthly festivals.  These festivals have themes and include: Music, Wine and a beautiful outdoor venue.  It is a great way to spend the afternoon.  Below is the schedule of events for the rest of 2011.  All you need to bring is your friends, a lawn chair and enjoy the company, the music, the wine and the warmth of the vineyard.

To learn more about La Belle Amie, visit www.LaBelleAmie.com.  They are located at Hwy 90 & St. Joseph Road (just West of NMB Middle School), 1120 St. Joseph Road, Little River, SC • 843-399-WINE.

List of Festivals:
June 11 - First Blush of Summer Music Fest

July 2 - Independence Music Blast @ La Belle Amie

July 30 - Summer Parrot Head Festival

August 20 - Whole Lotta Shakin' Oldies Music Fest

September 3 - Summer Breeze Music Fest

October 1 - Big Band Sounds Festival

October 15 - Rock Back The Clock Festival

November 5 - Island Fever Music Festival

November 19 - WineStock

December 3 - Winter Blues Music Fest

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 5/29 - 6/4, 2011

Sunday, May 29, 2011

Brookgreen Gardens presents, Memorial Day Weekend “Red, White & Blue” •  May 28, 29 & 30. In honor of Memorial Day, Brookgreen will place flag decorations at patriotic sculpture and graves of veterans who are buried on the grounds. Please visit, www.brookgreen.org for more information.

Brookgreen Gardens presents, Monarch Butterfly Release and “The Butterfly’s Daughter” book signing  •  1:00 PM. In honor of Memorial Day, Brookgreen will place flag decorations at patriotic sculpture and graves of veterans who are buried on the grounds. Please visit, www.brookgreen.org for more information.

Myrtle Beach Military Appreciation Days – 5K Run/Walk. Enjoy this morning run/walk around The Market Common and Grand Park, beginning at Crabtree Memorial Gym.  It's free for active duty, reserves and veterans, or $20 for civilians.  Please visit, www.militaryappreciationdays.com for more information.

The Temptations Review at the Carolina Opry – Live • 8:00 PM • 5/26, 27, 28 & 29.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.
Monday, May 30, 2011

Brookgreen Gardens presents, Memorial Day Weekend “Red, White & Blue” •  May 28, 29 & 30. In honor of Memorial Day, Brookgreen will place flag decorations at patriotic sculpture and graves of veterans who are buried on the grounds. Please visit, www.brookgreen.org for more information.

Memorial Day Service at the Veterans Memorial in Surfside • 2:00 – 3:00 PM.  | Located at 408 Surfside Drive, Surfside Beach, SC  29575.

One The Show at Alabama Theatre – KIDS FREE – Memorial Day – Labor Day • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM  | The Show limit 2 kids per paid adult.  Call Box Office for Details.  Located at 4750 Hwy 17 S., Myrtle Beach, SC  or visit www.alabama-theatre.com.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Drew Thomas •  8:00 PM – April 5 - 9
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Drew Thomas •  8:00 PM – April 5 - 9
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.
Thursday, June 2, 2011

Broadway at the Beach – Liberty Steakhouse & Brewery •  6:00 - 9:00 PM:  
Enjoy live music in the beer garden.  Located at 1321 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC.  843-626-4677.  Please visit, www.libertysteakhouseandbrewery.com for more information and daily specials.

Comedy Cabana presents Drew Thomas •  8:00 PM – April 5 - 9
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Friday, June 3, 2011

Society of Stranders Spring Safari – Shaggers Celebration • April 8 – 17, 2011 : Please visit, www.shagdance.com  for more information.

GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH presents Antiques Show & Sale •  
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM:   Antiques and collectibles show and sale (inclues jewelry, silver, art, porcelain, glass, furniture, costume jewelry and many others.  Located at the Greek orthodox Church at 33rd Ave & US 17 Bypass. Contact: 813-228-0038 for more info.

Broadway at the Beach – IMAX 3D – Born to Be Wild Launch
BORN TO BE WILD 3D is an inspired story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them -- saving endangered species one life at a time. Stunningly captured in IMAX, BORN TO BE WILD 3D is a heartwarming adventure transporting moviegoers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Birute Galdikas, and across the rugged Kenyan savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dame Daphne Sheldrick, as they and their team rescue, rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild. Narrated by Academy-Award® winner Morgan Freeman..  Located at 1195 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC.  843-448-IMAX.  Please visit,www.imax3dmyrtlebeach.com for more information and daily specials.

Comedy Cabana presents Drew Thomas •  8:00 PM – April 5 - 9
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.
Saturday, June 4, 2011

Yoga in Common at Market Common in Valor Park – EVERY Saturday in May – FREE • 9:00 – 10:00 AM.  Please visit www.marketcommonmb.com for more details.

Brookgreen Gardens presents Artists Under the Arcade. Meet and talk with a selected group of local and regional artists and authors during this one-day festival. See demonstrations of their work and have a chance to purchase original art directly from the artist. Please check back for the list of artists: www.brookgreen.org  Please visit, www.brookgreen.org for more information.

Hobcaw Barony Kayak Tour by Surf the Earth • 8:30 AM –  1:30 PM.  Surf The Earth has teamed with the North Inlet Estuarine Research Center to offer a one of a kind Specialty Kayak Tour: exclusive creek paddle to the barrier islands of South Debordieu and North Island. The Naturalist guided tours offer a historical and natural overview of the incredible Hobcaw estuary.  Located at Hobcaw Barony, hwy 17, north of Georgetown.   All Tours are from 8:30 am-1:30 pm. Location - Hobcaw Barony.
Cost - $50 per person, Limit: 6 per trip. For Reservations, Call 843-546-3623.

 

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 5/22 - 28, 2011

Sunday, May 22, 2011

Alabama Theatre presents, “Eddie Miles – A Salute to Elvis and Country Legends” • 7:00 PM | Come experience the best Elvis tribute on earth! "A Salute to Elvis and Country Legends" starts with Eddie's salute to country legends like Merle Haggard, George Jones and others. Eddie then pays tribute to the King with the most accurate and enchanting delivery of Elvis' hit songs you can hear anywhere. Please visit www.alabam-theatre.com for more information.

Comedy Cabana presents Open Mic Competition•  8:00 PM.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

Monday, May 23, 2011

Tanger Outlets | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.  Visit www.tangeroutlet.com for more information and coupon booklets.

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings at 8:00 PM. The Best of the 60s, 70s, and 80s -- Live!  The best music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects, and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of The Carolina Opry. This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Open Mic Competition Finals •  8:00 PM.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011

The Carolina Opry •  Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday at 8:00 PM. America's best music. Myrtle Beach's best show.  If you only see one show, this is the one! The Carolina Opry has won every major South Carolina tourism award including Most Outstanding Attraction and the prestigious Governor’s Cup. Year after year The Carolina Opry is voted the Best Show by readers of the Myrtle Beach Sun News, a Knight-Ridder newspaper. And it's the only show that has been featured on NBC Nightly News, CNN, TNN, and USA Today, which called it "A Big Hit". The New York Post called it "A Hot Ticket".  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Alycia Cooper •  8:00 PM – May 24-27, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings at 8:00 PM. The Best of the 60s, 70s, and 80s -- Live!  The best music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects, and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of The Carolina Opry. This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Alycia Cooper •  8:00 PM – May 24-27, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.


Thursday, May 26, 2011

Broadway at the Beach – Liberty Steakhouse & Brewery •  6:00 - 9:00 PM:  
Enjoy live music in the beer garden.  Located at 1321 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC.  843-626-4677.  Please visit, www.libertysteakhouseandbrewery.com for more information and daily specials.

Hobcaw Barony Kayak Tour Full Moon by Surf the Earth • 7- 9:00 PM • 5/28 and 5/29. This 2 hour Naturalist guided kayak trip is a relatively easy paddle through the salt marshes of Pawleys Island & Litchfield. Great for families, outdoor enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a quick escape. This 2 hour trip takes place from dusk through the rising moon. Enjoy this leisurely paddle through our beautiful marsh system, and watch the sun set as the full moon rises over the ocean. Bring your favorite beverage and be prepared to kick back and enjoy the view. $ 50 per person Call Surf the Earth at 843-235-3500 for Reservations.Location - Hobcaw Barony. Cost - $50 per person, Limit: 6 per trip. For Reservations, Call 843-546-3623.

The Temptations Review at the Carolina Opry – Live • 8:00 PM • 5/26, 27, 28 & 29.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Alycia Cooper •  8:00 PM – May 24-27, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 11:30 AM & 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.



Friday, May 27, 2011

Memorial Day Gala at Lazy Gator in Murrells Inlet • 11 AM – 4 PM. Weekend Gala event at the Lazy Gator will host a live band, provide food and local artwork for sale, and have the OMAR Shriners on site for all to enjoy. Call 843-651-4244 for more information.

Hobcaw Barony Kayak Tour Full Moon by Surf the Earth • 7- 9:00 PM • 5/28 and 5/29. This 2 hour Naturalist guided kayak trip is a relatively easy paddle through the salt marshes of Pawleys Island & Litchfield. Great for families, outdoor enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a quick escape. This 2 hour trip takes place from dusk through the rising moon. Enjoy this leisurely paddle through our beautiful marsh system, and watch the sun set as the full moon rises over the ocean. Bring your favorite beverage and be prepared to kick back and enjoy the view. $ 50 per person Call Surf the Earth at 843-235-3500 for Reservations.Location - Hobcaw Barony. Cost - $50 per person, Limit: 6 per trip. For Reservations, Call 843-546-3623.

The Temptations Review at the Carolina Opry – Live • 8:00 PM • 5/26, 27, 28 & 29.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Alycia Cooper •  8:00 PM & 10:15 PM.  
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 11:30 AM & 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.


Saturday, May 28, 2011

Brookgreen Gardens presents, Memorial Day Weekend “Red, White & Blue” •  May 28, 29 & 30. In honor of Memorial Day, Brookgreen will place flag decorations at patriotic sculpture and graves of veterans who are buried on the grounds. Please visit, www.brookgreen.org for more information.

Yoga in Common at Market Common in Valor Park – EVERY Saturday in May – FREE • 9:00 – 10:00 AM.  Please visit www.marketcommonmb.com for more details.

The Temptations Review at the Carolina Opry – Live • 8:00 PM • 5/26, 27, 28 & 29.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.


 

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 5/15 - 21, 2011

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Broadway at the Beach | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.  Visit www.broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Long Bay Symphony presents A Time to Dance, A Time for Peace • 4:00 PM.   | CMC director Timothy Koch leads the orchestra and chorus in a program of works by contemporary composers, including, South Carolina natives Carlisle Floyd and Andrew Fowler (CMC Composer-in-Residence).Tickets available as part of the Chamber Orchestra Series or individually through CMC at 843-444-5774 or www.CarolinaMasterChorale.com.
Ebb & Flow Spring Art Show • 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM.  The artists of Ebb & Flow Art Co-op invite you to join them for an afternoon of hors d'oeuvres, beverages , and lots of fantastic local art.  Visit, www.keelsart.com to check out the Ebb & Flow website for more details.
Monday, May 16, 2011

Tanger Outlets | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.  Visit www.tangeroutlet.com for more information and coupon booklets.

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings at 8:00 PM. The Best of the 60s, 70s, and 80s -- Live!  The best music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects, and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of The Carolina Opry. This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Open Mic Competition•  8:00 PM.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011

The Carolina Opry •  Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday at 8:00 PM. America's best music. Myrtle Beach's best show.  If you only see one show, this is the one! The Carolina Opry has won every major South Carolina tourism award including Most Outstanding Attraction and the prestigious Governor’s Cup. Year after year The Carolina Opry is voted the Best Show by readers of the Myrtle Beach Sun News, a Knight-Ridder newspaper. And it's the only show that has been featured on NBC Nightly News, CNN, TNN, and USA Today, which called it "A Big Hit". The New York Post called it "A Hot Ticket".  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Rollin Jay Moore •  8:00 PM – May 17-19, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings at 8:00 PM. The Best of the 60s, 70s, and 80s -- Live!  The best music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects, and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of The Carolina Opry. This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Ripley’s Aquarium –  Sea Squirts program – Crabby, Crabby • 9:00 – 10:00 AM. All preschoolers take your mom, favorite fish or book and come to have some fun at the Aquarium! Read books, make crafts, watch movies, play games and explore sea creatures. It's fun, entertaining and educational for the kids to enjoy with their parents. Admission plus $5 per child/adult pair.  visit, www.myrtlebeach.ripleyaquarium.com for more information and ticket purchases.

Comedy Cabana presents Rollin Jay Moore •  8:00 PM – May 17-19, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
Thursday, May 19, 2011

Broadway at the Beach – Liberty Steakhouse & Brewery •  6:00 - 9:00 PM:  
Enjoy live music in the beer garden.  Located at 1321 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC.  843-626-4677.  Please visit, www.libertysteakhouseandbrewery.com for more information and daily specials.

The Carolina Opry •  Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday at 8:00 PM. America's best music. Myrtle Beach's best show.  If you only see one show, this is the one! The Carolina Opry has won every major South Carolina tourism award including Most Outstanding Attraction and the prestigious Governor’s Cup. Year after year The Carolina Opry is voted the Best Show by readers of the Myrtle Beach Sun News, a Knight-Ridder newspaper. And it's the only show that has been featured on NBC Nightly News, CNN, TNN, and USA Today, which called it "A Big Hit". The New York Post called it "A Hot Ticket".  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Rollin Jay Moore •  8:00 PM – May 17-19, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 11:30 AM & 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
Friday, May 20, 2011

Race for the Inlet – 5k  • 8 AM – 7 PM :  5k Race to benefit Murrells Inlet 2020 Fun Run, walk or casual cycling through Murrells Inlet on the USATF certified course.  Prizes will be awarded.  Details are available at www.murrellsinletsc.com.

Ripley’s Aquarium – Saturday Morning Why AM I a Fish  •  Ages 5-9 – 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM; Ages 10-15 – 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Please visit, www.myrtlebeach.ripleyaquarium.com for more information and ticket purchases.

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings at 8:00 PM. The Best of the 60s, 70s, and 80s -- Live!  The best music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects, and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of The Carolina Opry. This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Rollin Jay Moore •  8:00 PM and 10:15 PM – May 20-21, 2011.Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 11:30 AM & 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
Saturday, May 21, 2011

SC ISKA State Championships  Please contact:  Andy Hall at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)  for more information.

Yoga in Common at Market Common in Valor Park – EVERY Saturday in May – FREE • 9:00 – 10:00 AM.  Please visit www.marketcommonmb.com for more details.

Great Strides Walk to Support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation • 9:00 AM.  Located in Market Common at Valor Park.  Please visit, www.marketcommonmb.com for more information.

Hobcaw Barony Kayak Tour by Surf the Earth • 8:30 AM –  1:30 PM.  Surf The Earth has teamed with the North Inlet Estuarine Research Center to offer a one of a kind Specialty Kayak Tour: exclusive creek paddle to the barrier islands of South Debordieu and North Island. The Naturalist guided tours offer a historical and natural overview of the incredible Hobcaw estuary.  Located at Hobcaw Barony, hwy 17, north of Georgetown.   All Tours are from 8:30 am-1:30 pm. Location - Hobcaw Barony.
Cost - $50 per person, Limit: 6 per trip. For Reservations, Call 843-546-3623.

Harborwalk Festival – Georgetown, SC  • 9 AM – 5 PM. This annual festival has moved from July to May and brings local artists, craftsmen, food vendors, booths for children's games, music, dance exhibitions, and car shows to this historic town. Local tours are also available by land and sea to experience life in pre-revolutionary homes and to the local lighthouse. For more information about the Harborwalk Festival, contact Peggy Wayne, coordinator: (843) 546-1511.

The Carolina Opry •  Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday at 8:00 PM. America's best music. Myrtle Beach's best show.  If you only see one show, this is the one! The Carolina Opry has won every major South Carolina tourism award including Most Outstanding Attraction and the prestigious Governor’s Cup. Year after year The Carolina Opry is voted the Best Show by readers of the Myrtle Beach Sun News, a Knight-Ridder newspaper. And it's the only show that has been featured on NBC Nightly News, CNN, TNN, and USA Today, which called it "A Big Hit". The New York Post called it "A Hot Ticket".  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Murrells Inlet 5k Run. visit, www.murrellsinletsc.com

Comedy Cabana presents Rollin Jay Moore •  8:00 PM and 10:15 PM – May 20-21, 2011.Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

 

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 5/8 - 14, 2011

Sunday, May 8, 2011

Broadway at the Beach | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.  Visit http://www.broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Coastal Uncorked – May 8 - 15 | Sunday, May 8 – Event at the Alabama Theatre.  This fun filled event held at the Alabama Theatre in Myrtle Beach, SC celebrates the joy of fine dining with a tasting trolley that circulates throughout Myrtle Beach with stops along the way to enjoy various culinary treats from coastal cuisine with beer and wine tastings to live music and cooking demonstrations. May 14 will feature Paul Deen in a live cooking demonstration and VIP event. Tickets range in price from $50, $100, to $300 for the VIP event with Paula. The VIP event includes a wine tasting, meet and greet with Ms. Deen, and her vivacious cooking demonstration. Don't miss it! Proceeds benefit Horry Georgetown Culinary School and Coastal Carolina University Center for Tourism. Go online to http://www.coastaluncorked.com for details and ticket purchasing information.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, http://www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
Monday, May 9, 2011

Tanger Outlets | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.  Visit http://www.tangeroutlet.com for more information and coupon booklets.

Coastal Uncorked – May 8 - 15 | Go online to http://www.coastaluncorked.com for details and ticket purchasing information.

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings at 8:00 PM. The Best of the 60s, 70s, and 80s -- Live!  The best music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects, and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of The Carolina Opry. This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, http://www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Open Mic Competition•  8:00 PM.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, http://www.comedycabana.com
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Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, http://www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Coastal Uncorked – May 8 - 15 | Go online to http://www.coastaluncorked.com for details and ticket purchasing information.

The Carolina Opry •  Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday at 8:00 PM. America's best music. Myrtle Beach's best show.  If you only see one show, this is the one! The Carolina Opry has won every major South Carolina tourism award including Most Outstanding Attraction and the prestigious Governor’s Cup. Year after year The Carolina Opry is voted the Best Show by readers of the Myrtle Beach Sun News, a Knight-Ridder newspaper. And it's the only show that has been featured on NBC Nightly News, CNN, TNN, and USA Today, which called it "A Big Hit". The New York Post called it "A Hot Ticket".  For Tickets and more information, please visit, http://www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Spanky Brown •  8:00 PM – May 10-14, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, http://www.comedycabana.com
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Kid’s Night at Chick-fil-A •  8:00 PM – May 10-14, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, http://www.comedycabana.com
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Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Coastal Uncorked – May 8 - 15 | Go online to http://www.coastaluncorked.com for details and ticket purchasing information.

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings at 8:00 PM. The Best of the 60s, 70s, and 80s -- Live!  The best music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects, and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of The Carolina Opry. This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, http://www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Spanky Brown •  8:00 PM – May 10-14, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, http://www.comedycabana.com
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Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, http://www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
Thursday, May 12, 2011

Coastal Uncorked – May 8 - 15 | Go online to http://www.coastaluncorked.com for details and ticket purchasing information.

Paddle the Inlet with Reserve and Surf the Earth staff • 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM  | naturalist-guided tour through the creeks of North Inlet. This program includes instruction in basic kayaking, a natural history overview, and educational highlights of the North Inlet ecosystem. Fee includes kayak, paddle, personal flotation device, and water. Wear sturdy shoes and bring snack, camera, and binoculars (if desired). Cost: $50/person; weather permitting; limited to 6 participants; please call to register. 843-546-4623  Contact: Hobcaw Barony Discovery Center Or visit the website at  http://www.northinlet.sc.edu Price: $50.00 per person

The Carolina Opry •  Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday at 8:00 PM. America's best music. Myrtle Beach's best show.  If you only see one show, this is the one! The Carolina Opry has won every major South Carolina tourism award including Most Outstanding Attraction and the prestigious Governor’s Cup. Year after year The Carolina Opry is voted the Best Show by readers of the Myrtle Beach Sun News, a Knight-Ridder newspaper. And it's the only show that has been featured on NBC Nightly News, CNN, TNN, and USA Today, which called it "A Big Hit". The New York Post called it "A Hot Ticket".  For Tickets and more information, please visit, http://www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Spanky Brown •  8:00 PM – May 10-14, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, http://www.comedycabana.com
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Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 11:30 AM & 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, http://www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
Friday, May 13, 2011

Coastal Uncorked – May 8 - 15 | Go online to http://www.coastaluncorked.com for details and ticket purchasing information.

Women of Joy Conference at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center • May 13 - 15 Please visit, http://www.philwaldrep.org for more information.

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings at 8:00 PM. The Best of the 60s, 70s, and 80s -- Live!  The best music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects, and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of The Carolina Opry. This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, http://www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.


Comedy Cabana presents Spanky Brown •  8:00 PM – May 10-14, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, http://www.comedycabana.com
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Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, http://www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
Saturday, May 14, 2011

Coastal Uncorked – May 8 - 15 | Go online to http://www.coastaluncorked.com for details and ticket purchasing information.

Paula Deen – Alabama Theatre • 7:00 PM. Enjoy a special one-hour cooking experience with Paula Deen.  Get a taste of southern cuisine as she prepares some of her favorite recipes.  It's a show you don't want to miss.  Please visit http://www.alabam-theatre.com for more information.

Ripley’s Aquarium – Saturday Morning Camps Gabby, the Green Sea Turtle, AKA – The Queen of Dangerous Reef •  Ages 5-9 – 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM; Ages 10-15 – 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Please visit, http://www.myrtlebeach.ripleyaquarium.com for more information and ticket purchases.

Myrtle Beach Mud Run & Kids Mini Mud Run. The Myrtle Beach Mud Run is a 3.5 mile all-terrain cross country running race conducted on dirt roads and trails through one of the only undeveloped areas in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. These roads and trails include mud holes, walls, trenches and other obstacles that require crawling, climbing and jumping. Oh...and did we mention there will be lots and lots of mud!!

With the help of the Coastal Carolina YMCA we have added an event for kids!! The Y Mini Mud Run is a 120ft run full of mud and fun and a great chance for your kids to get out and get dirty! There will be a couple of mud pits and small hills. Click here for details!!

For the mud run, you can enter as a team of 4, a team of 2, or as an individual...either way it will be an incredible challenge!! For the mini mud run, it's an individual race...it's meant to be fun for the kids and serve as a great photo opportunity for parents!!  Please visit,  http://www.myrtlebeachmudrun.com for more information.  So come to Myrtle Beach at 7:00am on Saturday, May 14th, 2011 and get dirty for a great cause!!

The Carolina Opry •  Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday at 8:00 PM. America's best music. Myrtle Beach's best show.  If you only see one show, this is the one! The Carolina Opry has won every major South Carolina tourism award including Most Outstanding Attraction and the prestigious Governor’s Cup. Year after year The Carolina Opry is voted the Best Show by readers of the Myrtle Beach Sun News, a Knight-Ridder newspaper. And it's the only show that has been featured on NBC Nightly News, CNN, TNN, and USA Today, which called it "A Big Hit". The New York Post called it "A Hot Ticket".  For Tickets and more information, please visit, http://www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Spanky Brown •  8:00 PM – May 10-14, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, http://www.comedycabana.com
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Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, http://www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.


 

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 5/1 - 5/7, 2011

Sunday, May 1, 2011

Broadway at the Beach | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.  Visit www.broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.
Monday, May 2, 2011

Tanger Outlets | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.  Visit www.tangeroutlet.com for more information and coupon booklets.

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings at 8:00 PM. The Best of the 60s, 70s, and 80s -- Live!  The best music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects, and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of The Carolina Opry. This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011

The Carolina Opry •  Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday at 8:00 PM. America's best music. Myrtle Beach's best show.  If you only see one show, this is the one! The Carolina Opry has won every major South Carolina tourism award including Most Outstanding Attraction and the prestigious Governor’s Cup. Year after year The Carolina Opry is voted the Best Show by readers of the Myrtle Beach Sun News, a Knight-Ridder newspaper. And it's the only show that has been featured on NBC Nightly News, CNN, TNN, and USA Today, which called it "A Big Hit". The New York Post called it "A Hot Ticket".  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Derek Richards •  8:00 PM – May 3 – 7, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011

The Carolina Opry Matinee Special  • 2:00 PM America's best music. Myrtle Beach's best show.  If you only see one show, this is the one! The Carolina Opry has won every major South Carolina tourism award including Most Outstanding Attraction and the prestigious Governor’s Cup. Year after year The Carolina Opry is voted the Best Show by readers of the Myrtle Beach Sun News, a Knight-Ridder newspaper. And it's the only show that has been featured on NBC Nightly News, CNN, TNN, and USA Today, which called it "A Big Hit". The New York Post called it "A Hot Ticket".  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings at 8:00 PM. The Best of the 60s, 70s, and 80s -- Live!  The best music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects, and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of The Carolina Opry. This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Derek Richards •  8:00 PM – May 3 – 7, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

Thursday, May 5, 2011

Beach Music Party at Surfside Beach Pier  •  5:00 - 8:00 PM:  
Enjoy live music.  Located at 13 North Ocean Blvd, Surfside Beach, SC  29575.

Mayfest on Main • 5/5, 6, and 7 • The 6th Annual Festival • Thursday, May 5 – 6:30 – 8:30 PM.  Outdoor Concert with Project 7ven.  Located on 202 Main Street, North Myrtle Beach, SC  29583. This will feature some of the  best live musical acts, art, craft and food vendors, a community stage and a children’s area.  

The Carolina Opry •  Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday at 8:00 PM. America's best music. Myrtle Beach's best show.  If you only see one show, this is the one! The Carolina Opry has won every major South Carolina tourism award including Most Outstanding Attraction and the prestigious Governor’s Cup. Year after year The Carolina Opry is voted the Best Show by readers of the Myrtle Beach Sun News, a Knight-Ridder newspaper. And it's the only show that has been featured on NBC Nightly News, CNN, TNN, and USA Today, which called it "A Big Hit". The New York Post called it "A Hot Ticket".  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Derek Richards •  8:00 PM – May 3 – 7, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.
Friday, May 6, 2011

Mayfest on Main • 5/5, 6, and 7 • The 6th Annual Festival • Friday, May 6  – 6:30 – 8:30 PM.  Outdoor Concert with The Mighty, Mighty Tams.  Located on 202 Main Street, North Myrtle Beach, SC  29583. This will feature some of the best live musical acts, art, craft and food vendors, a community stage and a children’s area.  

Good Vibrations at the Carolina Opry • Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings at 8:00 PM. The Best of the 60s, 70s, and 80s -- Live!  The best music of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, blended with rich multimedia screens, special effects, and elaborate costuming, all performed live by the award-winning cast of The Carolina Opry. This fast-paced, high-energy show will take you back to the decades that brought us the best in American popular music.  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Showstoppers Regionals – Public Event at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center *  Friday, May 6 – Sunday, May 8.  Located at 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC  29577, or contact Dave Roberts at 843-457-7469.

Chick-fil-A Leadercast Voices of Change • 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.  Attend the Chick-fil-A Leadercast and learn from the world's most influential leadership voices:  Seth Godin, Robin Roberts, John C. Maxell, Sir Ken Robinson, Dave Ramsey, Dan Cathy, Mack Brown, Suzy Welch, Muhtar Kent, Erin Gruwell and Frans Johansson.  Speakers will talk about leadership, customer service, innovation, passion and creativity in the workplace.  The event is being hosted by Christ Church, located at 310 Prince Creek Parkway in Murrells Inlet.  Tickets cost $60 / person.  For more information or to buy tickets visit the Christ Church website or call 843-240-0025.

Comedy Cabana presents Derek Richards •  8:00 PM – May 3 – 7, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 11:30 AM and 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
Saturday, May 7, 2011

Mayfest on Main • 5/5, 6, and 7 • The 6th Annual Festival • Saturday, May 7 – 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.  Outdoor Concert with Project 7ven.  Located on 202 Main Street, North Myrtle Beach, SC  29583. This will feature some of the  best live musical acts, art, craft and food vendors, a community stage and a children’s area.  

Yoga in Common at Market Common in Valor Park – EVERY Saturday in May – FREE • 9:00 – 10:00 AM.  Please visit www.marketcommonmb.com for more details.

Music & Wine @ The Vineyard  • 12 Noon – 4:00 PM.   Music, wine, and a beautiful outdoor venue. Its a great way to spend the afternoon. 
Take a vineyard tour at noon, and sample the wines of La Belle Amie. Please visit www.marketcommonmb.com for more details.

Brookgreen Gardens present, “Derby Day in the Gardens” •  5:00 – 9:30 PM. Join us for the debut event, Derby Day in the Gardens on Saturday May 7, when the beautiful Live Oak Allee will be lined with white peaked canopies and provide the perfect setting for a delightful evening of southern fare, music and dancing, and the “Run for the Roses” on the big screen. Ladies in grand hats and gentlemen in seersucker will be welcomed with chilled mint juleps and bluegrass music. Horseracing-themed games and a auction featuring equine sculptures by Dan Ostermiller will round out the evening’s agenda and provide opportunities to support Brookgreen Gardens.
Tickets are available ($200 per person) to President Council, Chairman Council and Huntington Society members. For further information contact Robyn Budd, Associate for The Friends of Brookgreen Gardens at 843.235.6026.

Belin United Methodist Church Annual Blessing of the Inlet • 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Join in this annual day-long celebration of worship, entertainment, great food, family fun and arts & crafts. The "Blessing of the Inlet" Ceremony will start at 11:30 am.  Admission is free. The event, now in its 15th year, will be held at Belin United Methodist Church (4183 Hwy 17 Business) in Murrells Inlet.  Call 843-651-5099 for more information or click here to visit the Blessing website.

The Carolina Opry •  Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday at 8:00 PM. America's best music. Myrtle Beach's best show.  If you only see one show, this is the one! The Carolina Opry has won every major South Carolina tourism award including Most Outstanding Attraction and the prestigious Governor’s Cup. Year after year The Carolina Opry is voted the Best Show by readers of the Myrtle Beach Sun News, a Knight-Ridder newspaper. And it's the only show that has been featured on NBC Nightly News, CNN, TNN, and USA Today, which called it "A Big Hit". The New York Post called it "A Hot Ticket".  For Tickets and more information, please visit, www.thecarolinaopry.com or call 1-800-843-6779.

Comedy Cabana presents Derek Richards •  8:00 PM – May 3 – 7, 2011.
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Show • 6:00 PM. Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors of our Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart of each of Medieval Times' nine castles. From high above King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore, preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament.  This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch knights compete on horseback.  Please visit, www.medievaltimes.com/myrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

Scents for Soldierd Fundraiser •  8:00 AM
Located at Applebee’s neighborhood Grill – 7915 N. Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach.  Help support the Scents for Soldiers 2011 Walter Reed Wounded Warriors Memorial Day Weekend Trip.  The Fundraiser Pancake Breakfast to Benefit Scents for Soldiers – Tickets are $5 each and includes:  pancakes, coffee and orange juice.  For tickets or to donate contact:  Christina Shealy, 843-458-5873.




 

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Sunday, April 24, 2011

Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild presents Art in the Park •  10:00 AM – 4:00 PM:
April 23 and 24.  Located in Market Commons, Myrtle Beach.   Join us for the outdoor Art show in Treed Park located at 1120 Farrow Parkway, Valor Park, Myrtle Beach, or call 843-446-7471 or visit, www.artsparksy.com  for more information.
Monday, April 25, 2011

An Evening in the Bahamas Fundraiser Dinner at Tommy Bahamas in Market Commons   Join us for the outdoor Art show in Treed Park located at 1120 Farrow Parkway, Valor Park, Myrtle Beach, or call 843-446-7471 or visit, www.artsparksy.com  for more information.

Tanger Outlets | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.  Visit www.tangeroutlet.com for more information and coupon booklets.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Broadway at the Beach | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.  Visit www.broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament • 6:00 PM. Enjoy the splendor, pageantry and romance that would have been yours as a royal guest centuries ago.  Two-hour live performance with utensil-free feast served by wenches/serfs – set inside of an 11th century style castle.  Located at 2904 Fantasy Way, Myrtle Beach, SC  29579, call for tickets 1-888-WE-JOUST or visit www.medievaltimes.com.
Thursday, April 28, 2011

Market Commons | Mon-Thurs., 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Sunday Noon – 6:00 PM.
4017 Deville Street, Myrtle Beach, SC  29577.

Friday, April 29, 2011

Palace Theatre presents Hooray for Hollywood: This is Myrtle Beach's most exciting new show for 2011.  It's the  all singing, all dancing Movie Musical  Hooray for Hollywood  - featuring the most famous song and dance moments of the last 50 years of movie history - recreated live on stage at the luxurious Palace Theatre!

Join us as we take you on a nostalgic journey through the most popular movie musicals of the last 50 years.  You will see film clips of your favorite movies, and then watch the action unfold, live on stage, as our wonderful cast of singers and dancers perform the greatest song and dance from the greatest movies, featuring an eight-piece LIVE band! 

Produced by the award winning production team that brought Spirit of the Dance and Le Grand Cirque to Myrtle Beach, Hooray for Hollywood is the number one must see new show for the 2011 season.

Featuring highlights from famous movies, from Singing in the Rain, to Disney's "Jungle Book", this all new, all singing, all dancing production will thrill and excite you as your favorite movie moments come alive before your eyes. For tickets and more information, go to www.palacetheatremyrtlebeach.com.  
Saturday, April 30, 2011

Alabama Theatre presents Randy Travis •  7:00 PM:  
In the late 1980's, Randy Travis opened the floodgates for the New Traditionalist movement in country music. Now, Randy has garnered over 25 million in record sales, 22 number one hits, 6 number one albums, 6 Grammy's, 6 CMA's, 9 CM's, 10 AMA's, 7 Dove Awards, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Come hear Randy sing blockbuster hits like "I Told You So", "What'll You Do About Me", "Forever & Ever, Amen", "On The Other Hand", "Deeper Than The Holler", "Diggin' Up Bones", "Better Class of Losers", and "Three Wooden Crosses"!
www.randytravis.com.  Please visit www.alabam-theatre.com for more information.

Shag Festival – Georgetown, SC  Kingstreet:  6th annual Shag Festival-proceeds benefit "Coins for Alzheimer's Research Trust Fund" (CART). Free lessons will be held on site at 6 pm. The Legends of the Beach will be performing it's well known music. The event is sponsored by the Lunch Rotary of Georgetown. For tickets and more information, go to www.shagfestival.com

Barefoot Landing Porsche Club Show  •  12:00 PM:  Located in the parking lot of the House of Blues at Barefoot Landing, 4898 Hwy 17 South, North Myrtle Beach, SC  29582 or contact 843-272-8349 or visit: www.bflanding.com.


MAYFEST – Myrtle Beach  •  ALL Day Festivities and Music:  Located between 8th and 9th Avenue North in Downtown Myrtle Beach.  Boogi down to classic beah music all day as performers like chubby Checker, The Spinners, The Embers, The Catalinas, Atlantic Groove, and The Craig Woolard Band take the stage to entertain crowds at The Beach Music Festival.  There will also be a beer garden and fun, oceanfront activities.  Please visit www.myrtebeachmayfest.com for more information.

La Belle Amie Vineyard presents  Key West Music & Wine Fest • 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM   Live music, food and wine, bring a lawn chair.  Located at the corner of Hwy 90 and St. Joseph Road, near the North Myrtle Beach Middle School.  843-399-WINE or visit www.labelleamie.com.
 

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Sunday, April 17, 2011

Society of Stranders Spring Safari – Shaggers Celebration • April 8 – 17, 2011 : Please visit, www.shagdance.com  for more information.

Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild presents Art in the Park •  10:00 AM – 4:00 PM:
April 16 and 17  Join us for the outdoor Art show in Treed Park located at 1600 N. Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, or call 843-446-7471 or visit, www.artsparksy.com  for more information.

Brookgreen Gardens Plantacular Sale •  April 16 - 17  
Just in time for spring and summer, top quality, hard-to-find plants, trees and flowers from Brookgreen’s greenhouse are available for purchase. Sponsored in part by Starwood Landscaping.  Please visit, www.brookgreen.org for more information.

Myrtle Beach Convention Center – Championship Basketball Clinic •  
April 16 - 17 CLINIC FEATURES  A Hubie Brown Championship Productions Instructional Basketball DVD,  A Nike Championship Basketball Clipboard, Pad, and Pen,
Special Clinic Room Rates, National Exhibitors, Complimentary Coffee Breaks on Saturday Mornings.  For more information, please call 503-671-3041.
Monday, April 18, 2011

Tanger Outlets | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.  Visit www.tangeroutlet.com for more information and coupon booklets.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Broadway at the Beach | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.  Visit www.broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Broadway at the Beach – IMAX 3D – Born to Be Wild Launch
Located at 1195 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC.  843-448-IMAX.  Please visit,www.imax3dmyrtlebeach.com for more information and daily specials.
Thursday, April 21, 2011

Broadway at the Beach – Liberty Steakhouse & Brewery •  6:00 - 9:00 PM:  
Enjoy live music in the beer garden.  Located at 1321 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC.  843-626-4677.  Please visit, www.libertysteakhouseandbrewery.com for more information and daily specials.
Friday, April 22, 2011

House of Blues • Myrtle Beach Rocks Reggae – Featuring: TreeHouse, Simple Minded Budz, The Dubplates and Jah Harvest • 8:30 PM   Located at the House of Blues in Barefoot Landing at 4640 Highway 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, SC  29582.  843-272-3000 or visit www.houseofblues.com.
Saturday, April 23, 2011

City of Surfside Beach Easter Egg Hunt •  2:00 PM – 4:00 PM:  Located at Huckabee Complex at 499 Spanish Oak Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC  29575.

Barefoot Landing Easter Egg Hunt •  10:00 AM – 1:00 PM:  Easter Bunny visits and free carousel rides. Located at Barefoot Landing, 4898 Hwy 17 South, North Myrtle Beach, SC  29582 or contact 843-272-8349 or visit: www.bflanding.com.

Brookgreen Gardens Member Only Easter Egg Hunt •  Brookgreen's popular member-only Easter Egg Hunt is one of the highlights of the spring season. Call (843) 235-6016 to register, space is limited and reservations are required. The cost is $10 for children 12 and under. An a la carte breakfast is available from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Please visit, www.brookgreen.org for more information.

Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild presents Art in the Park •  10:00 AM – 4:00 PM:
April 23 and 24.  Located in Market Commons, Myrtle Beach.   Join us for the outdoor Art show in Treed Park located at 1120 Farrow Parkway, Valor Park, Myrtle Beach, or call 843-446-7471 or visit, www.artsparksy.com  for more information.

Hard Rock Café Easter Breakfast •  9:00 AM: Enjoy breakfast with the Easter Bunny from 9am to 10:30am. $9.95pp (Kids 2 & under free with paying adult). Receive a full buffet and an Easter treat for the kids! Sharkee from Ripley’s Aquarium will be here, too! Reservations required (843) 946-0007.

Ripley’s Aquarium – Saturday Morning Camps – Earth Day Celebration •  
Ages 5-9 – 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM; Ages 10-15 – 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Please visit, www.myrtlebeach.ripleyaquarium.com for more information and ticket purchases.

House of Blues • Chairmen of the Board • 8:15 PM   Located at the House of Blues in Barefoot Landing at 4640 Highway 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, SC  29582.  843-272-3000 or visit www.houseofblues.com.

 

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Sunday, April 10, 2011

Society of Stranders Spring Safari – Shaggers Celebration • April 8 – 17, 2011 : Please visit, www.shagdance.com  for more information.

Long Bay Symphony presents Smaller Treasures Through the Ages •  4:00 PM:  
A program of some of the most popular orchestral works written for smaller forces, from the Baroque energy of J.S. Bach’s beloved Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 to the Classical Period experimentation of Franz Joseph Haydn’s Symphony No. 22 (“The Philosopher”),  the lush Romanticism of Richard Wagner’s Siegfried Idyll and a pair of American masterpieces: Charles Ives’ metaphysical The Unanswered Question and Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring ballet music. Please visit, www.longbaysymphony.com for more information.

GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH presents Antiques Show & Sale •  
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM:   Antiques and collectibles show and sale (inclues jewelry, silver, art, porcelain, glass, furniture, costume jewelry and many others.  Located at the Greek orthodox Church at 33rd Ave & US 17 Bypass.  Contact: 813-228-0038 for more info.

Alabama Theatre presents James Gregory •  7:00 PM:  The funniest Man in America. Call Box Office for Details:  800-342-2262.  Please visit, www.alabam-theatre.com for more information.

Spuds Cruise-in from Hot Rod Promotions •  1:00 – 4:00 PM:  Car cruise-in, Oldies Music, Door Prizes and Great Food.  Located at 4123 Hwy 17 Business, Murrells Inlet.  For more information, please call 843-503-8245.

20th Annual Spring Tide – A Day for the Inlet • Twenty years and going strong, Spring Tide is South Carolina’s biggest and longest-running one-day community clean-up. Join in to clean up the creek and streets of Murrells Inlet. The day begins with an invocation at 9:45 am at Morse Park Landing (next to the Hot Fish Club) in Murrells Inlet.  Volunteers can check in at the Hot Fish Club to receive street assignments for clean-up. Workers head out at 10:00 am to start picking up the trash.     Everyone is invited back to the Hot Fish Club at 1:00 pm for the Great Murrells Inlet Chowder Cook-off and light-hearted festivities to celebrate our accomplishments. Over twenty restaurant chowders will be available and the chowder is free to all our workers. A hearty plate of BBQ and all the fixins will be available for $5 per plate. Bring your boats, boots, bug spray, glove and your love of the Inlet. Call 843-357-2007 for more information.

Monday, April 11, 2011

Society of Stranders Spring Safari – Shaggers Celebration • April 8 – 17, 2011 : Please visit, www.shagdance.com  for more information.

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Society of Stranders Spring Safari – Shaggers Celebration • April 8 – 17, 2011 : Please visit, www.shagdance.com  for more information.

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Society of Stranders Spring Safari – Shaggers Celebration • April 8 – 17, 2011 : Please visit, www.shagdance.com  for more information.

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Society of Stranders Spring Safari – Shaggers Celebration • April 8 – 17, 2011 : Please visit, www.shagdance.com  for more information.

Barefoot Landing A Night out at Barefoot – Progressive Dinner •  4:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Want to try food from many different restaurants without spending a fortune and getting so full that you can't get out of the chair? Well then, we have the perfect night out for you.  Come join us at Barefoot Landing Thursday, April 14  from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Pick up your wristband  for $5.00 (which goes to the North Strand Helping Hand) at the North Strand Helping Hand booths located near Izod/Van Heusen, Wild Wing Cafe and Carolina Vineyards Winery and you will be ready to dine, drink and be entertained.Many of our restaurants will have appetizer specials for $5.00 and dessert specials for $4.00 and various drink specials for the Progressive Diners. Just get your wristband, your menu and start planning what you'd like to try from one or many of our fine restaurants and treateries. Located at 4898 Hwy 17 South, North Myrtle Beach, SC  29582 or contact 843-272-8349 or visit: www.bflanding.com.

Friday, April 15, 2011
Society of Stranders Spring Safari – Shaggers Celebration • April 8 – 17, 2011 : Please visit, www.shagdance.com  for more information.

Saturday, April 16, 2011

Society of Stranders Spring Safari – Shaggers Celebration • April 8 – 17, 2011 : Please visit, www.shagdance.com  for more information.

La Belle Amie Vineyard presents Blues & Jazz Festival• 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM   Live music, food and wine, bring a lawn chair.  Located at the corner of Hwy 90 and St. Joseph Road, near the North Myrtle Beach Middle School.  843-399-WINE or visit www.labelleamie.com.

Alabama Theatre presents Smokey Robinson •  7:00 PM:  
When you think of Smokey Robinson, you think of Motown.  His consistent commercial success and creative contributions to the label have earned him the title "King of Motown."  As an original member of Motown Records' first vocal group The Miracles and as a solo artist, Robinson delivered thirty-seven Top 40 hits for Motown between 1960 and 1987.  Be part of the magic when Smokey performs hits like "I Second That Emotion", "Tracks of My Tears", "Tears of a Clown", "Ooh, Baby, Baby", and "My Girl". Please visit, www.alabam-theatre.com for more information.

Family Outreach of Horry County presents Happy Healthy Family Event
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM The Happy Healthy Family Event focuses on the Happy Healthy Baby Contest Contestants are raising donations for Family Outreach of Horry County. Each dollar raised = a vote for your child! The child with the most donations wins the contest! There will also be winners in each age category 0-12 months, 13-23 months, 24-47 months, and 4-5 years. We will have entertainment before the contest and between categories. The Event will be followed by a Happy, Healthy Family Parade. We have over 50 contestants. The Grand Prize includes a 2 night, 3day stay at the Breakers Resort and a $200 photography package. Prizes will be awarded for each category winner and every contestant will receive a trophy.

Ripley’s Aquarium – Family Learning Workshops •  
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM:  Join our very own Executive Chef as we prepare a healthy seafood dinner using only sustainable ingredients.  Price is admission plus $15 per person – this includes all ingredients.  Please visit, www.myrtlebeach.ripleyaquarium.com for more information and ticket purchases.

Brookgreen Gardens Plantacular Sale •  April 16 - 17  
Just in time for spring and summer, top quality, hard-to-find plants, trees and flowers from Brookgreen’s greenhouse are available for purchase. Sponsored in part by Starwood Landscaping.  Please visit, www.brookgreen.org for more information.

Myrtle Beach Convention Center – Championship Basketball Clinic •  
April 16 - 17 CLINIC FEATURES  A Hubie Brown Championship Productions Instructional Basketball DVD,  A Nike Championship Basketball Clipboard, Pad, and Pen,
Special Clinic Room Rates, National Exhibitors, Complimentary Coffee Breaks on Saturday Mornings.  For more information, please call 503-671-3041.

The Palace Theatre presents Hooray for Hollywood •  8:00 PM:
Join us as we take you on a nostalgic journey through the most popular movie musicals of the last 50 years. You will see film clips of your favorite movies, and then watch the action unfold, live on stage. Located at 1420 Celebrity Circle, Broadway at the Beach, 843-448-0588, or visit www.palacemb.com for more information and tickets.

Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild presents Art in the Park •  10:00 AM – 4:00 PM:
April 16 and 17  Join us for the outdoor Art show in Treed Park located at 1600 N. Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, or call 843-446-7471 or visit, www.artsparksy.com  for more information.

House of Blues • Toad the Wet Sprocket with Carbon Leaf:  8:30 PM   Located at the House of Blues in Barefoot Landing at 4640 Highway 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, SC  29582.  843-272-3000 or visit www.houseofblues.com.

House of Blues • Blues-a-Palooza – FREE on the Gator Bar Stage – Adi Nelson:  10:00 PM   Located at the House of Blues in Barefoot Landing at 4640 Highway 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, SC  29582.  843-272-3000 or visit www.houseofblues.com.

 

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events - 4/3 - 4/9, 2011

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Broadway at the Beach | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.  Visit www.broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Monday, April 4, 2011

Tanger Outlets | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.  Visit www.tangeroutlet.com for more information and coupon booklets.

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Drew Thomas •  8:00 PM – April 5 - 9
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Comedy Cabana presents Drew Thomas •  8:00 PM – April 5 - 9
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Thursday, April 7, 2011

Broadway at the Beach – Liberty Steakhouse & Brewery •  6:00 - 9:00 PM:  
Enjoy live music in the beer garden.  Located at 1321 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC.  843-626-4677.  Please visit, www.libertysteakhouseandbrewery.com for more information and daily specials.

Comedy Cabana presents Drew Thomas •  8:00 PM – April 5 - 9
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Friday, April 8, 2011

Society of Stranders Spring Safari – Shaggers Celebration • April 8 – 17, 2011 : Please visit, www.shagdance.com  for more information.

GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH presents Antiques Show & Sale •  
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM:   Antiques and collectibles show and sale (inclues jewelry, silver, art, porcelain, glass, furniture, costume jewelry and many others.  Located at the Greek orthodox Church at 33rd Ave & US 17 Bypass. Contact: 813-228-0038 for more info.

Broadway at the Beach – IMAX 3D – Born to Be Wild Launch
BORN TO BE WILD 3D is an inspired story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them -- saving endangered species one life at a time. Stunningly captured in IMAX, BORN TO BE WILD 3D is a heartwarming adventure transporting moviegoers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Birute Galdikas, and across the rugged Kenyan savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dame Daphne Sheldrick, as they and their team rescue, rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild. Narrated by Academy-Award® winner Morgan Freeman..  Located at 1195 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC.  843-448-IMAX.  Please visit,www.imax3dmyrtlebeach.com for more information and daily specials.

Comedy Cabana presents Drew Thomas •  8:00 PM – April 5 - 9
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

Saturday, April 9, 2011

Society of Stranders Spring Safari – Shaggers Celebration • April 8 – 17, 2011 : Please visit, www.shagdance.com  for more information.

Ripley’s Aquarium – Saturday Morning Camps Sharks – The Perfect Predator •  
Ages 5-9 – 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM; Ages 10-15 – 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Please visit, www.myrtlebeach.ripleyaquarium.com for more information and ticket purchases.

Ripley’s Aquarium – Family Learning Workshops •  
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Join our very own Executive Chef as we prepare a healthy seafood dinner using only sustainable ingredients.  Price is admission plus $15 per person – this includes all ingredients.  Please visit, www.myrtlebeach.ripleyaquarium.com for more information and ticket purchases.

GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH presents Antiques Show & Sale •  
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM:   Antiques and collectibles show and sale (inclues jewelry, silver, art, porcelain, glass, furniture, costume jewelry and many others.  Located at the Greek orthodox Church at 33rd Ave & US 17 Bypass. Contact: 813-228-0038 for more info.

Alabama Theatre presents the Original Drifters, Coasters & Platters •  7:00 PM:  The Coasters, Herb Reed and the Platters and Bill Pinkney's Original Drifters.  An evening filled with the classic sounds of the 50's and 60's.  The Coasters perform their string of hits showcasing their unique sound led by their original leader, Carl Gardner.  The Platters have never stopped performing and sell out wherever they go.  The Platters recorded just under 400 songs and have sold over 80 million records.  The Drifters linked 50's rhythm & blues with 60's soul music.  They epitomized the vocal group sound of New York City.  Their's was the sweet but streetwise sound of R&B with the right blend of gospel influences. Come hear The Coasters sing hits like "Young Blood", "Sweet Georgia Brown", "Charlie Brown", "Poison Ivy", "Along Came Jones" and "Yakety Yak".
Hear Platters hits like "Only You (And You Alone)", "The Great Pretender", "(You've Got) The Magic Touch", "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes" and "With This Ring". And don't miss Original Drifters hits like "Under the Boardwalk", "This Magic Moment", "Up On The Roof", "Save the Last Dance For Me", and "On Broadway". Please visit www.alabam-theatre.com for more information.

Marsh Walk Masters Mini Golf Tournament in Murrells Inlet •  
Play in the putt putt tournament along the Inlet, stopping at restaurants along the way! Play 9 holes and lowest score wins first prize: $500.00! There will also be prizes for best dressed golfer. Players enjoy marsh views and drinks and appetizers at each stop. The after party and awards ceremony will be held at Dead Dog Saloon at 9:00 p.m. The registration fee is $20 per player. Deadline: April 1. Proceeds benefit Murrells Inlet 2020. Call 843-357-2007 for more information.

La Belle Amie Vineyard presents Music @ the Vineyard • 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM   Live music, food and wine, bring a lawn chair.  Located at the corner of Hwy 90 and St. Joseph Road, near the North Myrtle Beach Middle School.  843-399-WINE or visit www.labelleamie.com.

Comedy Cabana presents Drew Thomas •  8:00 PM – April 5 - 9
Located at 9588 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC  29572, 843-449-4242 or visit, www.comedycabana.com.

 

Myrtle Beach Has Amazing Nightly Entertainment

The Palace Theatre's new show for 2011, Hooray For Hollywood, live on stage. This production is the all singing, all dancing Movie Musical Hooray for Hollywood which celebrates 50 years of Hollywood's greatest films.  This will be recreated for everyone to enjoy at the Palace Theatre, Located at Broadway at the Beach, Myrtle Beach, SC.  

They will take you on a nostalgic journey through the most popular movie musicals of the last 50 years.  You will see film clips of your favorite movies, and then watch the action unfold, love on staff, as our wonderful cast of singers and dancers perform the greatest song and dance from the best movies and will feature an 8-piece LIVE BAND.

The Palace is also opening 2011 Broadway at the Palace Series: Always...Patsy Cline, The 39 Steps, The Secret Garden, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Why Do Fools Fall In Love?, Ruthless - The Musical, and Nuncrackers - The Nunsense Christmas Musical. All featured in our intimate King's Theatre!

The Magical Spirit of Ireland will return for the 2011 season, which is also featured in our intimate King's Theatre. Come see the exciting changes that have been made to the show including the additional of the melodic voices of the Celtic Ladies.

The must see summer show in Myrtle Beach, LE GRAND CIRQUE, returns for it's 6th straight season. The most exciting, fast-paced, adrenaline racing version of this show will return in June straight from the Sydney Opera House. Don't miss the electrifying "Wheel of Destiny" and heart-pounding motorbike acts! This show will keep you at the edge of your seats!

The Palace Theatre boasts an elegance and beauty unrivaled by any other Theatre in South Carolina. This wonderful, prestigious state of the art building is also available to hire for Concerts, Events, Conferences, Meetings, Weddings and Church Groups. The Palace Theatre can also provide a wide range of educational field trips, group visits and ticket offers and discounts.

So, when you are making your travel plans for your next vacation, make sure to reserve your tickets at the Palace Theatre.

5 Round Signature Package With FREE Round

4 Round Prime Time Signature Package With 5th Round FREE

Myrtle Beach’s most popular 5 round package. Choose from 15 Award Winning Prime Time Signature Courses and receive a FREE round to be played in the PM. Courses include King’s North, Pawleys Plantation, Long Bay, River Club, TPC of Myrtle Beach and more all rated 4 stars or better by Golf Digest! Plus each foursome receives $260 in gift cards this Spring as an added bonus.

How to Rent the Right Condominium for you and your families vacation.

Renting the right condominium for you and your family's next vacation to Myrtle Beach is a lot like the old adage about the keys to real estate - location, location, location.
But locating the right place is no problem when you visit myrtlebeachcondos.com. The website features approximately 25 different condo complexes spread up and down the Grand Strand, stretching from North Myrtle Beach to Pawleys Island and from luxury oceanfront resorts to some of the nicest golf courses and villas in the area. 

 


There are plenty to choose from and each place has its own special features and amenities that make it unique from any other. All you have to do is decide which Myrtle Beach condo, and perhaps more importantly, what area of the Grand Strand you want to stay. Myrtlebeachcondos.com is sure to answer both key questions for you and your party.
Starting on the north end of the Strand, the Oceans Resort is in the heart of the Ocean Drive section of North Myrtle Beach, famous for its beaches and shag-dance clubs. For a slightly different experience on the north end, North Beach Plantation is a new, luxury oceanfront resort with all the amenities, and the Barefoot Resort's Yacht Club, located slightly inland on the Intracoastal Waterway, is close to Barefoot's four championship golf courses and the Barefoot Landing shopping and entertainment complex.
For those who prefer to stay on the beaches of Myrtle Beach, closer to some of the main attractions and more popular hot spots on the Strand, myrtlebeachcondos.com features Bayview Resort, Breakers Resort, Caribbean Resorts, Compass Cove, Crescent Shores, Dayton House, Driftwood, Dunes Village Resort, the Grand Atlantic, Island Vista, Long Bay Resort, Monterey Bay Suites, Ocean Reef, Palmetto Shores and Paradise Resort - all just steps away from the ocean and its beautiful beaches.

 


For those who prefer to be closer to the golf course than the beach, the Grand Villas at World Tour, Myrtle Beach Villas and River Oaks are located slightly inland in the Myrtle Beach area, while Litchfield Beach & Golf Resort and True Blue on the south end of the Strand offer condos near several championship courses for a golf getaway.
So no matter you want to stay and play - from oceanfront condos to golf villas and from the north and south ends of the Strand - myrtlebeachcondos.com has you covered.

Myrtle Beach Events Calendar - January 2 - 8, 2011

Sunday, January 2, 2011:
Nuncrackers at the Palace Theatre | Tues-Sat (Nov. 17th – Jan. 2nd),  8:30 PM. The Nunsense Christmas Musical, NUNCRACKERS, is presented as the first TV special taped in the Cable Access Studio built by Reverend Mother in the convent basement. It stars the nuns you love, plus Father Virgil, and four of Mount Saint Helen's most talented students. Featuring all new songs including Twelve Days Prior to Christmas, Santa Ain't Comin' to Our House, We Three Kings of Orient Are Us and It's Better to Give than to Receive, this show is filled with typical NUNSENSE humor, some of your favorite carols, and a "Secret Santa" audience participation. We're certain this NUNSENSE Christmas Show will make you laugh, and maybe tug at your heartstrings. It's the perfect way to insure that your holiday season is merry and bright! The Palace Theatre located at 1420 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC  29577.  To purchase tickets visit, www.palacetheatremyrtlebeach.com or call 1-800-905-4228
The Wedding Showcase – Myrtle Beach Convention Center | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.  Spring/Summer Wedding Showcase featuring Top wedding professionals of Myrtle Beach, tickets are $9.00 at the door and $3.00 per car.  For more information, please visit:  www.theweddingshowcase.com.  

Monday, January 3, 2011:
Tanger Outlets | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.  Visit www.tangeroutlet.com for more information and coupon booklets.


Tuesday, January 4, 2011:
Broadway at the Beach | Open Monday – Sunday – 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.  Visit www.broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.

Wednesday, January 5, 2011:
Liberty Steakhouse & brewery at Broadway at the Beach | 2 for 1’s Wednesdays.  January 5th – January 27th.  Receive 2 for 1 dinner entrees from 4 PM to close. Visit www.broadwayatthebeach.com for more information.


Thursday, January 6, 2011:
Kids Eat FREE at Salsarita’s at Barefoot Landing EVERYDAY after 4 PM  | Everyday after 4 PM Kids Eat Free with the purchase of any regular priced adult menu. Visit www.bflanding.com for more information.


Friday, January 7, 2011:
Dave Tucker at Comedy Cabana  | 8:00 and 10:15 PM. For ticket information, please call:  843-449-4242.  www.comedycabana.com.  
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament  | 6:00 PM. Enjoy the splendor, pageantry and romance that would have been yours as a royal guest centuries ago.  Two-hour live performance with utensil-free feast served by wenches/serfs – set inside of an 11th century style castle.  Located at 2904 Fantasy Way, Myrtle Beach, SC  29579, call for tickets 1-888-WE-JOUST or visit www.medievaltimes.com.
Saturday, January 8, 2011:
Dave Tucker at Comedy Cabana  | 8:00 and 10:15 PM. For ticket information, please call:  843-449-4242.  www.comedycabana.com.  
KidsArt:  Second and Fourth Saturdays | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Exploring a different theme inspired by the Museum's current exhibition or the season, children (ages 5 to 12) can unleash their creativity through a variety of arts and crafts with instructor Arielle Fatuova. Pre-registration is required; call 238-2510; free with family membership; $5 for non-members.  Visit www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/events for more information.

Myrtle Beach Lifestyle Expo | January 8 – 9,  9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. For the 50+ Generation: Celebrate the anniversary of South Carolina’s Largest Retirement Expo. This year’s expo kicks off at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center on Saturday, January 8th, 2011 and goes until Sunday, January 9th, 2011. See old friends and make new ones in a wonderful convention environment.  Located at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center at 2101 North Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC  29577.

Bonfire at the Vineyard | 12:00  – 5:00 PM. WEATHER PERMITTING . . . Enjoy a little wine by the fire along with some tasty outdoor cooking. Plus, a vineyard tour (noon), spiced mulled wine drinks, a terrific gift shop, wine sampling & more.  Music by Jerry Jones.  Located at La Belle Amie Vineyard at 1120 St. Joseph Road, Little River, SC  29566.  Visit www.labelleamie.com for more information.

IMAX 3D Theatre at Broadway at the Beach – Tron: Legacy 3D | Visit www.imax3dmyrtlebeach.com for more information and to purchase tickets.



 

Real Course Reviews By Real Golfers, Like You!

The #1 source for Myrtle Beach golf course reviews. Below is a sampling of some of our latest course reviews! Click Here to Read Reviews on ALL Myrtle Beach Area Courses! King's North at Myrtle Beach National On 11/26/2010, Don from New Brunswick said, "Bring your A game here, if you have one. Not a lot of forgiveness on this track, but fun to play. Course very busy, but in great shape. Staff very friendly." On 11/23/2010, Jeffrey from Ohio said,"Loved the island green and island fairway!" Read more reviews on King's North!   River Club On 12/08/2010, Gene from North Carolina said, "I LOVE hole #9 and #18!" On 11/29/2010, Ted from Pennsylvania said,"River Club starter was great. Came by during play and thanked us for maintaining pace of play, complemented the women in the group for their playing ability and at the end expressed thanks again for pace of play and thanked us for playing there. Totally the opposite of Pine Lakes" Read more reviews on River Club!   Long Bay Club On 11/26/2010, Don from New Brunswick said, "Everyone in our group loved this course, regardless of their skill level. A lot of fun to play." On 11/23/2010, Brandan from West Virginia said,"Great Course. Greens were rolling true. Will play again." Read more reviews on Long Bay Club!   Read Course Reviews on ALL Myrtle Beach Area Courses!

Myrtle Beach is Famous for the Sun, Sand and Surf of Summer.

Myrtle Beach is famous for the sun, sand and surf of summer, but the best times to hit the Grand Strand without straining your family budget are the spring, fall and winter.
As the temperatures drop, so do the hotel rates for virtually every Grand Strand hotel. Families can stay for a fraction of the usual summer rate and still find plenty of fun.
It's a simple matter of supply and demand. Empty rooms force hoteliers to cut their rates in an effort to attract guests, and visitors can get huge savings in the off-season.
Especially if you know where to look. Although each hotel may offer their own discounts, such websites as ours specialize in finding the best rates at the best hotels, condos and beach houses.

Some of the top resorts in town turn to myrtlebeachdeals.com to help reach customers looking for a cheap trip to the beach.
With approximately 25 different resorts participating, we feature the best properties at the lowest prices without having to check each individual hotel.
And resorts offering off-season specials, such as weekend getaway deals or golf packages, use myrtlebeachdeals.com to spread the word and put heads in their beds.
The spring and fall sees discounted rooms at a time when the weather is still mild and the crowds are small, making them the best time to vacation on the Grand Strand.
The winter may be too cold to hit the beach, but there are still plenty of activities going on in December, January and February and the hotel room rates cannot be beat.
And it's not just the hotels offering discounts. Restaurants, golf courses and other attractions also drop their rates to draw crowds, making it the best time to get a deal.
Many visitors come before Christmas and take advantage of the lower room rates and the plethora of shopping outlets to knock out their Christmas list while vacationing.
Many restaurants offer buy-one-get-one deals during the winter and the theaters release their annual holiday shows and the malls and outlets are all lit up for the season.
So don't let the winter blahs an cabin fever keep you down. Check out myrtlebeachdeals.com and find everything you need to plan your next trip to the beach on the cheap.

Great Ways to Save Money on a Beach Vacation


While most American families will spend an entire year saving money for vacation, they often overlook the equally attractive alternative of saving money while on vacation.
But cutting out some of the unnecessary costs of getting away from it all for a week doesn't necessarily mean cutting out the fun. You can play just as hard at a fraction of the cost just by taking a few simple steps, especially when it comes to where you stay and where you play. Here are a few easy ways to save before you pack your bags:
* For starters, all resort towns are not created equal. Some tourist locations, such as Myrtle Beach, S.C., are designed for families on a budget more so than say Palm Beach, Fla. In addition to offering the same upscale accommodations and restaurants, Myrtle Beach also offers more affordable alternatives so families can decide when to splurge and when to trim some of the expenses from their vacation. Instead of fine dining every night, families can pick and choose when to spend and when to save.
* Finding an affordable hotel or condo in Myrtle Beach has become much easier with the explosion of the Internet. Special websites like ours feature a wide range of discount Myrtle Beach accommodations. Future visitors can check out special rates, information and photos of properties up and down the Grand Strand so families can find the right place at the right price for them. Some resorts include their own water parks, putt-putt golf courses and other amenities that can save you money without having to leave the hotel.
* Many families opt to stay at Grand Strand condominiums instead of the standard hotel to save money during their stay. Condos include full kitchens that make it easier for families to make a grocery store visit at the start of the week and save money on meals during their stay. The ability to grab a quick breakfast or lunch allows families to spend more time at the beach or poolside rather than driving and spending at restaurants three times a day. Check out myrtlebeachcondos.com for more options.
* Once your family arrives in town, there are several ways to save at local restaurants and attractions. Grocery stores and other shops provide free coupon books at their front doors featuring discounts on dining, shopping and some of the many fun things to do around town. In addition to saving money, the coupon books are informative and great for helping plan your week ahead. Grab one when you arrive and let the family flip through it to find what they want to do during the week for affordable entertainment.


You Don’t Have to Spend a lot of Money to Have a Good Vacation

You don't have to spend a lot of money to have a good time vacationing on the Grand Strand. Here's a list of things to do in Myrtle Beach for free or on the cheap:
* The new Boardwalk in Myrtle Beach is the new hot spot for tourists and locals alike as the downtown area continues to be redeveloped. The 1.2-mile wooden walkway is a great place to hang out and people-watch, especially in the Plyler Park centerpiece, where free concerts and fireworks displays are held during the summer months. Two piers serve as the bookends, both offering open-air restaurants and bars or just the chance to stroll out over the ocean and enjoy the view and breeze - both for free.
* The Grand Strand is loaded with complexes featuring shopping, restaurants and entertainment - Broadway at the Beach and Market Common in Myrtle Beach, the Marshwalk in Murrells Inlet and Barefoot Resort in North Myrtle Beach - places you can walk and have a good time without dropping a dime. Broadway features a scenic lake and roving entertainers, Market Common is next to a huge park for walking or playing and the Marshwalk and Barefoot Resort offer nice strolls along the waterfront.
* Myrtle Beach and the adjoining coastal communities love to party and there's always something going on around town offering fun for little or no money, especially during the summer months. Check the local weekly entertainment guides that are distributed for free at local restaurants and bars for a look at some of the area festivals and other events. While you're at it, grab some of the local coupon books that are free of charge but allow you to save lots of money on dining, attractions and entertainment.
* Do a little homework on the Internet before your vacation and find out what's happening that's fun and free on the Grand Strand. New websites such as myrtlebeachdeals.com feature offers from local hotels, restaurants, bars and attractions that allow you to do the same things you want to do anything but at a discounted cost.
* The ultimate freebie place to hang out in Myrtle Beach is, well, the beach itself. That's the real reason people come to town, right? From rising early to catch a breath-taking sunrise in the mornings to taking a picnic basket and a blanket down to a quiet stretch of beach for a romantic moment under the stars, the beach is the place to be.

Dish of the Month - The Patio at Palmetto Shores

Dish of the Month

The Patio Restaurant at Palmetto Shores Resort
Located at 1709 Ocean Boulevard, across the street from the Palmetto Shores Resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

The Patio Café and Bar is open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.  During the season they have nightly entertainment as well.

Amy Young, manager and chef prepared the famous Patio Dog for the feature Dish of the Month.  You start with 100% all beef hot dog and a New England Style hot dog bun.  First you put the hotdogs on the grill and grill them on both sides.  The buns are then placed on the grill with a lot of butter on both sides, Amy said that is the key to keeping the flavor in the buns and making them perfectly crispy.  Once the buns are grilled on both sides, they are removed and place in the basket.

Now you are ready to assemble your Patio Dog.  First you take the homemade chili and place a generous amount on both dogs, then add the shredded cheddar cheese,  with the Patio’s famous homemade cole slaw and then top it off with freshly sliced sweet onions.  Next you place the Patio Dog with the tasty sweet potato fries that are sprinkled with a cinnamon sugar mixture.  Once place in the basket with the Patio Dog, we place the homemade honey butter with cinnamon for dipping sauce for the fries.

If you sit outside on the patio, you have a view of the ocean with a nice breeze to keep you cool.   Don’t forget your tropical drink as you enjoy your day.  

The Patio offers daily specials too.  They have Myrtle Beach Mondays, Taco Tuesdays, Wednesdays are Burgers and Bombs, Thirsty Thursdays, Southern Fried Fridays, Saturday Festival with Steel Drum Band, and Dog Day Sundays.

Please come and check out The Patio Café and Bar, you will have the best service, best food and great specials.




 

Review on the Bay View Resort

By Terry Massey

The Bay View Resort has long been a part of the downtown Myrtle Beach area. Now it's also in the heart of the new Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade.
The new 1.2-mile oceanfront walkway winds right through the Bay View's back yard, which is almost midway between the Second Avenue and 14th Avenue piers.
That makes the Bay View the perfect Myrtle Beach place to stay and stroll to many of the new offerings that have sprang up along the Boardwalk and revitalized downtown area.
Many new restaurants and bars, such as Sharkey's, Oceanfront Bar and Grill and the Second Avenue PierView open-air cafe are walking distance down the beach.
But best of all, the Bay View Resort is the perfect place to stay and relax with all the amenities you look for in a fine hotel without having to leave the property.
The rooms are spacious, clean and contain all the luxuries of home - fully equipped kitchens, TV, wireless internet and private oceanfront and oceanview balconies.
But you don't come to the beach to stay inside all the time. The Bay View offers easy access to the ocean, an open deck for lounging in the sun and indoor pools.
Virtually the entire first floor is a covered pool deck with something for all ages - a swimming pool, lazy river, hot tub and a kiddie pool with an umbrella waterfall.
The Bay View also provides a full exercise and fitness room, a shuffleboard court and other fun ways to spend time with friends, family and fellow vacationers.
You don't have to leave the resort to enjoy a hot cup of coffee or a refreshing snack for lunch or breakfast. An on-site Starbucks offers all options you're craving.
But the location provides easy access to everything, from strolling Ocean Boulevard to take in all the new amusements to the downtown area to a short drive to reach Broadway at the Beach, an enormous retail complex that offers great shopping, a wide array of restaurants and bars and lots of entertainment opportunities.
Of course, golf is what attracts many visitors to the Grand Strand and the Bay View can arrange your tee time on virtually any of the 100 golf courses in the area.
And if you really want a taste of the good life, let the Bay View set up your relaxation time at the Cinzia Spa at North Beach Plantation for a full day of pampering.
Whatever way you wish to spend the precious time on your Myrtle Beach vacation, the Bay View has you covered.

What Myrtle Beach has to offer for a family vacation

What Myrtle Beach has to Offer for a family vacation

Some vacation destinations specialize in entertainment and attractions, others in nightlife and restaurants and some in watersports and golf. Or you can visit one that has it all - Myrtle Beach.
Even members of the closest family can have different ideas about what makes a fun vacation, and Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand area offer something to keep everybody happy. Just consider the case of this fictitious but very real family.
Dad likes to play golf, and Myrtle Beach has more championship courses than he can shake his driver at. From the "Granddaddy" at Pines Lakes International Golf Club, the first and most famous courses in the area, to the Dunes Golf & Beach Club, a lovely layout on the ocean, there are more than 100 links to choose from on the Strand.
Mom loves to visit the restaurants, and she actually has more choices than dad. From Myrtle Beach's famous Restaurant Row, a two-mile stretch featuring any kind of food you could possibly desire, to Broadway at the Beach, a local hot spot filled with great restaurants, Myrtle Beach has it all. And don't forget the world-famous Sea Captain's House for fresh seafood and a wonderful view of the ocean or any of our hundreds of seafood restaurants. Myrtle Beach is like one big all-you-can-eat buffet.
Big sister loves to shop until she drops, and there are plenty of places for her to land on the Strand. Broadway at the Beach also offers the best shopping in town with hundreds of stores, not to mention Coastal Grand Mall, Market Common, the Tanger Outlets are the hundreds of other shops that line the streets of Myrtle Beach.
Big brother loves the attractions and he is in for a big thrill in Myrtle Beach. Family Kingdom is the main attraction in downtown Myrtle Beach and also has an oceanfront water park. Other water parks include Myrtle Waves and Wild Water & Wheels, and NASCAR SpeedPark and the Pavilion Park at Broadway at the Beach are filled with thrills.
And then there's little brother and sister, who just want to play in the water. The beach and Atlantic Ocean are free and fun for the whole family, plus the little ones can splash and play at the resort pools, lazy rivers and water playgrounds without leaving the hotel. 
If that's not enough to keep everyone busy and happy, consider the wide range of activities for the whole family. Ripley's Aquarium allows visitors to get an up-close look at ocean wildlife, and the variety of theaters in town feature great family entertainment.
So if you're looking for a vacation destination that has something for everyone in the family and things for the family to do as a unit, look no further than Myrtle Beach.

Look Inside the Kitchen - Sandals Restaurant at Paradise Resort

LOOK INSIDE THE KITCHEN.
Sandals Restaurant at Paradise Hotel.

What is the best thing about being on vacation at an amazing oceanfront Myrtle Beach resort?  Enjoying the food – Yes,  Sandals Restaurant has a brand new look! The renovations are complete and the new design is amazing! Sandals features a gourmet breakfast buffet, a fantastic and fun lunch as well as a nightly happy hour in season. Come join the crowd in Sandals and enjoy a panoramic view of the ocean as you dine.
Once you enter Paradise Resort, and you are looking for the restaurant  follow the sandals along the wall that will lead you right to the entrance door.  The bright colored fun logo will greet you so you know you are in the right place.  Upon entering through the front doors of the restaurant which is located near the indoor/outdoor pool, you will see an amazing view along side the entire front of the restaurant.  The windows from floor to ceiling allow for the beautiful sunrises in the morning while you are eating breakfast, and shade from the warm afternoons.  Sandals offers breakfast, lunch and dinner.  
For breakfast, there is a buffet set-up with the freshest of seasoned fruits, danishes, bagels, hot and cold cereal, hasbrowns, bacon and sausage and an assortment of juices.  The best thing about the breakfast buffet is the omelet station.  There is always a friendly chef ready to start you day with any type of omelet for you.  
For lunch, Sandals offers a wide variety of beach food including hamburgers, hotdogs, chicken fingers, salads and of course our fresh catch fish sandwich.   This is one of their specialties.  Top it off with a tropical cold drink and then you are ready to head back to the beach.
Don’t forget to check out the nightly entertainment schedule.  
With the new design, yummy menu and exceptional staff, you don’t want to miss eating several of your meals here at Sandals restaurant, in the Paradise Resort.

Employee of the Month - Debra Galligan

Employee of the Month – Debra Galligan, The Breakers Resort

Debra Galligan is the Director of Sales and Catering at the Breakers Resort.  She has been with the company for over 5 years and truly loves what she does.  She started out at the front desk and after about 7 months was promoted to the sales office as a coordinator.  After doing that for about 2.5 years, she then moved back to the front desk as the front desk manager.  She enjoyed every minute there because of the interaction she had with the guests on a daily basis.  The best part of being at the front desk is that it is the information center.  You will learn everything about the resort while at the front desk.  The opportunity came by for Debra to then move back to the sales office as Director of Sales, which she is very excited that she took.  She loves planning events, meeting and special occasions for the guests.  She wants to make the planning of their trip easy and fun.  She knows once they get to the Breakers Resort that they will be taken car of by the exceptional group of staff that work here.  From the housekeeping staff, to maintenance staff to all of the resort staff, Debra believes they have the “Best staff on the Beach”.  That is one of the reasons she loves working there.

The Sales Staff at the Breakers Resort will handle any groups with 10 rooms or more. Along with handling the details of the room reservations and group rates, Debra and her team also do the catering and banquet space for family reunions, dinners, meeting and they do a lot of weddings.  Debra likes to think of it as a long term relationship that turns into a friendship with the guests coming back again and again and are loyal customers.

The biggest thing Debra wants to offer her clients is TRUST.  The trust in her team and the Breakers Resort for taking good care of them and making sure that all of their needs, wants and things they didn’t even think about are taken care of before, during and after their stay.  

For more information about the Breakers Resort, whether you are holding an event, booking a large number of rooms or want to book some meeting space, don’t hesitate in calling Debra,  1-888-501-8227.

WonderWorks Opening Spring 2011 in Broadway at the Beach

WonderWorks Opening Spring 2011 in Broadway at the Beach.

This will be the 4th location of the WonderWorks Amusement park for the mind.  It is 50,000 square feet in size and 97 feet in height.  Wonderworks are known for their dramatic exterior and will be classically-designed with the appearance of landing upside-down.

The exhibits combine education and entertainment in over 100 hands-on exhibits that will spark the imagination and stimulate the mind.  Visitors to the attraction will enjoy a variety of experiences including being blow away by 74 mile per hour hurricane-force winds, maneuvering the controls of a NASA spacecraft to land the shuttle, lying on a bed of 3,500 nails, piloting a fighter jet, designing and riding a 360 degree virtual roller coaster, playing virtual sports and competing in a game of laser tag.

While the Wonderworks is under construction, come experience the Soar and Explore Zipline and ropes Course right next to the Wonderworks location at Broadway at the Beach.  First try the pulse pounding 1,000 foot Zipline Adventure or then challenge yourself to complete the 3-story Ropes Challenge Course which is the only ropes course over water.  

Zipline Adventure:
A spectacular ride over a 23-acre lake, this is the firs and only zip lie along the entire Myrtle Beach Grand Strand, over water and on the East Coast of the United States.  You will soar 50 feet above the water and it is 500 feet over and 500 feet back.  At night you will experience dozens of lights that illuminate the course.

Ropes Challenge Course:
The only ropes course in Myrtle Beach spanning over three levels over 40 feet high.  Extends out over Lake Broadway.  Pirate-themed including a plank to walk, pirate figures hanging from ropes, ship wall sides and cannons.  More than 3,000 ropes and cables.  33 different challenge elements; obstacles and activities include swinging steps, tremor bridge, tightrope walk, and vertical angle stairs.  Average time to complete is 30 – 40 minutes.  At night the course will illuminate with dozens of lights.


Open Daily until 11 PM.  Ropes Challenge starts at $11.00, Zipline Adventure starts at $19.99 or try the combo adventure for both starting at $26.99.
 

SkyWheel Myrtle Beach Takes Guests to New Heights

SkyWheel Myrtle Beach Takes Guests to New Heights

The newest attraction in the Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, area, the SkyWheel Myrtle Beach will stand more than 187 feet above the beautiful Atlantic Ocean and serve as the anchor attraction to the new 1.2 mile Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Boardwalk and Promenade.
    
SkyWheel Myrtle Beach will be the first SkyWheel to open in the United States and the largest observation wheel east of the Mississippi River.

The newest, most exciting way to see the entire Myrtle Beach landscape, SkyWheel Myrtle Beach which will be located next to Plyler Park, will feature 42 Swiss-manufactured fully-enclosed gondolas described as “ballooned-out square”. Each gondola will be heated in the winter and air conditioned in the warmer months and comfortably seat eight passengers. In addition to providing year-round temperature control, SkyWheel Myrtle Beach gondolas will feature UV protective, non-reflective blue glass for excellent viewing and photo or video capturing; a neutral sand-colored interior with bench seating; an LCD monitor and intercom system. The SkyWheel Myrtle Beach VIP gondola will feature these amenities in addition to a glass floor, leather bucket seating for four adults and one child; and installed champagne bucket.

The approximate eight to twelve-minute ride on SkyWheel Myrtle Beach will provide guests with a panoramic view, from the Myrtle Beach shoreline to several miles inland, and serve as the perfect vantage point for a variety of different perspectives of the Myrtle Beach area at different parts of the day, creating the area’s most unique sightseeing opportunity.

A highlight of the SkyWheel Myrtle Beach will be a state-of-the-art computer-generated lighting system with LED lights, creating an amazing light show each and every evening after sunset. A variety of dynamic light shows will run nightly and also feature holiday-themed shows to display images associated with Christmas, Easter, Valentine’s Day and Fourth of July.

St. Louis-based developer Koch Development and Pacific Development chose Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, for this joint venture because of the new Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Boardwalk and Promenade, which has its northern end near the SkyWheel Myrtle Beach site. Chance Morgan is the North American manufacturer of SkyWheel Myrtle Beach and gondolas are designed by Ronald Bussink Professional Rides in Switzerland.

SkyWheel Myrtle Beach is scheduled to open in May, 2011. Look for updated information on the Skywheel’s Facebook Page.  
 

Bill Krause Music

Bill Krause Music

Bil Krauss has been a performing entertainer in venues ranging from the rough and tumble streets of Canada and Europe to the class and prestige of North America's finest resorts for the last 25 years, playing full-time professionally for the last 22. He has opened the show for major national acts such as The Charlie Daniels Band, Natalie Merchant, Jay Mohr, Lewis Black and Jerry Jeff Walker. A musician and solo-guitarist at heart, he is an entertainer's entertainer, with a quick-wit and playful style, backed up by superior musicianship and an enormous repertoire.
Featured as the season entertainer for three years in Vail, Colorado's biggest and best-known venue, Trail's End, he entertained and performed his music and mischief from 1994-1997. After Colorado, Bil was the resort entertainer for the next four years at yet another five day a week, eight month a year contract in the Carolinas at Litchfield Beach & Golf Resort near Myrtle Beach, SC.
Bil currently plays in South Carolina with a regular mid-week schedule at Myrtle Beach clubs and resorts and has a thriving corporate entertainment business that keeps him hard at work on the weekends.
In winter, you will find him as a regular entertainer for his seventh season at the famous Duval St venue, Irish Kevin's in Key West, Florida. From time to time, you will also find him aboard ship for Norwegian Cruise Lines, regularly at resorts such as Kiawah Island Resort, Harbourtown on Hilton Head Island and hosting or featuring at the Comedy Cabana in Myrtle Beach.

Try and catch a show, you won’t regret it.

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Myrtle Beach Events Calendar - December 26th - January 1, 2011

Sunday, December 26, 2010:
Ripley’s Aquarium Festival of Trees | Located at Ripley’s Aquarium at Broadway at the Beach, 1325 Celebrity Square, Myrtle Beach.  Over 50 trees, representing the states of our great nation.  Please call, 800-734-8888 or visit http://www.RipleysAquarium.com
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Monday, December 27, 2010:
Ice Skating in Market Commons – 12/18 - 31 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.  The synthetic ice skating rink will be set up in Valor Park.  $7 wristband includes skate rental & session for the day.  For more information, contact http://www.marketcommonmb.com
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Tuesday, December 28, 2010:
Dixie Stampede Christmas Show | 6:00 PM.  8901-B North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach. 1-800-433-4401 1-800-433 4401 or http://www.dixiestampede.com A Dixie Family Christmas To Remember!  Everyone who experiences Christmas at Dixie, falls in love with fun and excitement of the grand performances during our spectacular Christmas extravaganza!  Nothing compares to the way we bring the spirit of the season to life. Our amazing tribute will warm your heart and touch your soul.  Snow falls softly as the breathtaking scenes fill you with tidings of good cheer. The Dixie Stampede arena is magically transformed into a true fantasy land complete with twinkling lights, evergreens, poinsettias, old-fashioned holiday costumes and familiar holiday music.
 Spectacular Live Nativity!  Our live nativity scene is both dramatic and spectacular. The true meaning of Christmas comes alive right before your very eyes as three kings ride atop camels on their way to Bethlehem. The stunning beauty of angels ascending from above will amaze you as the songs inspire audience members of all ages.  Christmas At Dixie!  But no show is complete without fun and games!  The holiday festivities get playful as Elves from the North Pole and South Pole will compete in a friendly rivalry while serving up a festive four-course feast!  Maybe you will be chosen to be a part of the show...  At Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede, cheering for your favorite Elf is all part of the fun and you never know what will happen next! Maybe you will be chosen to be a part of the show...  It’s always exciting and full of surprises plus, no holiday celebration would be complete without good ‘ole St. Nick. Young and old alike await the arrival of Santa atop his authentic sleigh full of goodies. The entire Dixie Stampede cast of performers including our 32 magnificent horses will take you on a nostalgic holiday adventure with all of your favorite Christmas songs. Starting one hour before the main arena show, enjoy some of the best Christmas music and family entertainment in our Carriage Room. It’s an opening act you won’t want to miss… and it’s all included in the price of your ticket.

Wednesday, December 29, 2010:
Nuncrackers at the Palace Theatre | Tues-Sat (Nov. 17th – Jan. 2nd),  8:30 PM. The Nunsense Christmas Musical, NUNCRACKERS, is presented as the first TV special taped in the Cable Access Studio built by Reverend Mother in the convent basement. It stars the nuns you love, plus Father Virgil, and four of Mount Saint Helen's most talented students. Featuring all new songs including Twelve Days Prior to Christmas, Santa Ain't Comin' to Our House, We Three Kings of Orient Are Us and It's Better to Give than to Receive, this show is filled with typical NUNSENSE humor, some of your favorite carols, and a "Secret Santa" audience participation. We're certain this NUNSENSE Christmas Show will make you laugh, and maybe tug at your heartstrings. It's the perfect way to insure that your holiday season is merry and bright! The Palace Theatre located at 1420 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC  29577.  To purchase tickets visit, http://www.palacetheatremyrtlebeach.com or call 1-800-905-4228

Thursday, December 30, 2010:
Ice Skating in Market Commons – 12/18 - 31 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.  The synthetic ice skating rink will be set up in Valor Park.  $7 wristband includes skate rental & session for the day.  For more information, contact http://www.marketcommonmb.com
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Friday, December 31, 2010:
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament  | 6:00 PM. Enjoy the splendor, pageantry and romance that would have been yours as a royal guest centuries ago.  Two-hour live performance with utensil-free feast served by wenches/serfs – set inside of an 11th century style castle.  Located at 2904 Fantasy Way, Myrtle Beach, SC  29579, call for tickets 1-888-WE-JOUST or visit http://www.medievaltimes.com
. New Year’s Eve Celebration at Broadway at the Beach  | 6:00 PM. Start you evening with a tremendous fireworks display right over the Lake Broadway.  And when the fireworks are over the night will be just beginning.  Whether looking to ring in the New year with a raucous party or looking to keep it low profile with a romantic beach walk, Myrtle Beach will offer the atmosphere you’re looking for.  Broadway at the Beach is located at 1325 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC  or visit http://www.broadwayatthebeach.com


Saturday, January 1, 2011:
Breakfast with Santa in Surfside Beach | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.  Children 10 and under can enjoy breakfast with Santa Claus at Ryan’s Steakhouse.  Each child receives a bag of candy and a photo with Santa.  Free admission for children.  Located at 8671 Highway 17 bypass, Surfside Beach. http://www.surfsidebeach.org/calendar.html
 

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