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Art Museum Celebrates Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with Food, Music and Crafts

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Myrtle Beach area residents and visitors can join in celebrating Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), the most popular holiday of the year in Mexico, on Saturday, November 2, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. when the Art Museum hosts a Free Family Day. This is the tenth annual festival hosted by the Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum. Dia de los Muertos promises to be a fun-filled occasion for all ages.

In pre-Hispanic times, the day was observed with a simple feast for the returning dead; after the Spanish conquest in the 15th century, the day was encompassed into the holiday called All Souls’ Day. Homes would be gaily decorated and the deceased loved ones’ favorite foods would be prepared, along with special treats such as candy skulls inscribed with the names of the deceased or special breads shaped like ghosts or bones.

The museum’s celebration will give visitors a chance to sample traditional breads and Mexican hot chocolate, be entertained by Mariachi Nuevo Guadalajara and traditional Mexican dancers under a tent and enjoy music provided by Charles Pineda and indulge in traditional Mexican foods provided by Fiesta Mexicana Restaurant. An altar in the main reception room will honor the deceased artist Jose Guadalupe Posada.

Workshops and demonstrations will be offered in the art of making papel picado (paper banners), decorating sugar skulls, calavera masks with BB&T Bank, paper flowers, calavera puppets and shadow boxes. Youngsters of all ages can enjoy traditional storytelling and face painting, and a chance at breaking the treat-laden piñata. Visitors of all ages can participate in lotería (Mexican bingo) and help paint a Jose Guadalupe Posada-inspired mural.

All events and activities are free. For more information, call the Museum at 843-238-2510 or visit www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org.

All Day Events
-An altar in honor of deceased artist Jose Guadalupe Posada
-Family workshops for paper flowers, calavera puppets, shadow boxes, calavera masks, papel picado (paper banners) and sugar skulls
-Sampling of traditional breads & Mexican hot chocolate
-Face painting
-Lotería (bingo)
-Music
-Children’s literature display
-Videos
-Authentic Mexican food by Fiesta Mexicana
– Jose Guadalupe Posada -inspired mural

Scheduled Events
-Day of the Dead lecture (12 N) (Reception Room)
– Jose Guadalupe Posada lecture (12:30 p.m.) (Reception Room)
-Folk tales and storytelling (12:45) (Outside Tent)
-Roving Mariachi Nuevo Guadalajara (1 – 3 p.m.) (Inside and Outside Tent)
-Traditional Dancing with Grupo de Dansa Tradiciónes (2:15 p.m.) (Outside Tent)
-Children’s piñatas (2:50 p.m.) (Front Lawn)

* Schedule is subject to change461The Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum is a wholly nonprofit institution located across from Springmaid Pier at 3100 South Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are welcomed. Components of Museum programs are funded in part by support from the City of Myrtle Beach, the Horry County Council and the South Carolina Arts Commission, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts.

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BLUES LEGEND BUDDY GUY HEADLINES AT 20th ANNUAL PLEASURE ISLAND SEAFOOD, BLUES & JAZZ FESTIVAL

Posted on October 8, 2013 by | Leave a comment

To celebrate two decades as one of the Southeast’s premier music festivals, the 20th Annual Pleasure Island Seafood, Blues & Jazz Festival (October 12-13) presents blues legend Buddy Guy, an American blues guitarist and singer credited with bridging the genres of blues and rock and roll.dxc__uy359610

With a career that spans more than 55 years, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Buddy Guy is a critically acclaimed pioneer of the Chicago blues sound. Ranked 30th among Rolling Stone magazine’s list of the “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time,” Guy’s music has influenced notable musicians such as Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Jimi Hendrix, Keith Richards, Jeff Beck, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. In the 1960s he was a member of the Muddy Waters Band and a session guitarist at Chess Records. In the late 1960s he signed with Vanguard Records, but it was not until the 1990s, after an appearance with Eric Clapton at London’s Royal Albert Hall, that he released a string of albums with the Silvertone label that catapulted him to music super-stardom. At age 77, Guy is still recording and touring. The Grammy Award-winning artist’s most recent album “Rhythm & Blues” is an ambitious, guest star-laden double album that continues to receive rave reviews following its summer 2013 release. A busy touring schedule brings blues legend Buddy Guy to the Pleasure Island Seafood, Blues & Jazz Festival.

Set against a scenic backdrop of the Cape Fear River, the relaxed riverfront setting is ideal for enjoying a weekend of great jazz, blues and seafood. It’s a world where the weather is warmer, the people are friendlier, the food is tastier, and the music is “blue-sier”. In addition to headliner Buddy Guy, the two-day Pleasure Island Seafood, Blues & Jazz Festival (October 12-13) features 13 other musical acts, including national and regional blues bands such as: Wet Wille; The Slide Brothers; Randall Bramblett; Big Bump & the Stun Gunz; Justin Fox Trio; The Bobby Paltauf Experience; and Fatty Lumpkin and the Love Hog. Jazz bands include: BLP’s Touch of Jazz; The FROG Project; Will McBride Group; Lee Venters & Vermillion Sands; Freeport; and Charlie & Rose Lucas. A full performance schedule is available online at www.pleasureislandnc.org. While grooving to live music, attendees can also enjoy a wine tasting and savory seafood prepared by area restaurants. The Crafters Village will host arts and crafts vendors and the free Kidz Zone features Wilder West Magic Showdown, The Mr. Mark Show, face painting, and more.

If your idea of the perfect fall weekend getaway includes great blues, jazz, and seafood on a beautiful barrier island, then make plans to attend this year’s Pleasure Island Seafood, Blues and Jazz Festivalpresented by Bryant Real Estate and the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce. On October 12-13, blues legend Buddy Guy will headline at the 20th Annual Pleasure Island Seafood, Blues & Jazz Festival at the Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area, near Kure Beach.  Two-day tickets are $40 in advance. If purchased at the gate Saturday only tickets are $50; Sunday only tickets are $15. Tickets are available for purchase at the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce office located at 1121 N. Lake Park Blvd. in Carolina Beach. Children 12 and under are admitted free of charge.  Gates open at 11:00 a.m. and the music begins at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Pets, coolers, videos/cameras and political materials are not permitted. The Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area is located along Hwy. 421 South in Kure Beach. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 910-458-8434. Tickets are also available for purchase online through www.eventbrite.com and www.pleasureislandnc.org/seafood-blues-and-jazz-festival.

 

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Artist Amiri Farris Creates the 2013 Historic Bluffton Arts and Seafood Festival Commemorative Poster

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In celebration of The 2013 Historic Bluffton Arts and Seafood Festival Bluffton resident and well known artist designed a unique commemorative artwork and poster.

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“I wanted to create a poster that was fun , unique, visually interesting and that captured the festive atmosphere of the Arts and Seafood Festival. The crab, oysters and shrimp encompass the theme of the festival and I tried to illustrate that in my own unique style,” stated Farris.

He will be signing posters as well as working on an oversized painting at the
Friends of Bluffton Artists 2nd Annual Invitational Showcase of Local Art  October 13 from 11 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. in Old Town on Calhoun & Boundary and  October 19 and 20 on the festival strip Calhoun Street.

He will also be releasing his new series called Bluffton dreams.This series of paintings and prints is a layered interpretation of elements found in old town Bluffton.“Bluffton is a unique town and I wanted to create a series of artwork illustrating the different elements found in old town in my own style.”

About the Festival

The ninth annual Historic Bluffton Arts and Seafood Festival will be  in the charming and eclectic historic district of Bluffton SC, well known for its quirky art community and natural river beauty. The festival is a week long event offering a myriad of activities, showcasing the locally harvested seafood, delicious lowcountry cuisine, rich history, culture and art of the area.

The highlight of the festival is the Streetfest which includes a juried fine art show featuring more than 100 artists from 10 different states displaying and selling their art, delicious food provided by the area’s premier restaurants and caterers and great music and entertainment on October 19 and 20.

 

 

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Oktoberfest

Posted on September 10, 2013 by | Leave a comment

Myrtle Beach celebrates the season!

12:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m., Saturday, October 12

Ocean Boulevard, between Eighth Avenue North and Mr. Joe White Avenue

http://myrtlebeachdowntown.com

 The Oceanfront Merchants Association and the City of Myrtle Beach will sponsor Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 12, on Ocean Boulevard.  Admission is free!  The day-long festival begins at noon and concludes with a fireworks show at 11:00 p.m.  Ocean Boulevard will showcase live music, games, food and retail vendors and a beer garden.  Visit www.myrtlebeachdowntown.com or call 843-997-6695 for more information.

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Little River’s 9th Annual ShrimpFest

Posted on September 2, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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The Little River Chamber of Commerce Announces its 9th Annual ShrimpFest and Entertainment Line Up

 

The Shrimp Festival returns to the Little River community October 12 and 13 for its ninth consecutive year.   The Little River Chamber of Commerce has teamed up with Tracie Johnson & Hubert Bullard from Premier Concierge to present this year’s Little River Fall Street Festival.  Staying true to their music festival theme, and teaming up  with SongByrd Entertainment, this year’s festival is sure to provide an eclectic genre of music for all festival goers.

 

As in seasons past, there will be a large palette of concert artists that hail from around the nation, including this year’s headlining act Elise Testone; American Idol Season 11 contestant.  Other performing acts include The Reggie Sullivan Band, Randy McQuay, Smokey Breeze, PotatoHeads, Scoot Pittman Band and returning fan favorite Bibis Ellison.

 

As always the two day festival includes a variety of activities to entertain the whole family like a interactive children’s area, arts & crafts vendors, collaborative visual art exhibits, local community business vendors, shrimp and grits cook-off, and much more!  Fresh local seafood from area restaurants is highlighted along with southern barbecue and a variety of festival foods.

 

Experience a Southern Street Festival that fuses music, art and cuisine. Performances will showcase existing and newly commissioned artists in the jazz, pop, rock, and folk music genres.

 

Saturday

11:30 – 1:00  The Reggie Sullivan Band
1:00 – 1:45    Randy McQuay on Stage 2
1:45 – 3:15    Smokey Breeze
3:15 – 4:00    PotatoHeads on Stage 2
4:00 – 6:00    Elise Testone

 

Sunday

12:00 – 2:00  Scoot Pittman Band
2:45 – 4:45    Bibis Ellison

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Summer Breeze Music and Wine Fest

Posted on August 31, 2013 by | Leave a comment

La Belle Amie Vineyard

Saturday, August 31, 2013 

Noon – 5 pm Little River, SC

Summer breezes, good friends, a little wine, some outdoor cooking….
Enjoy an afternoon of live music from two talented bands. Plus, sample the many wine varieties & exotic wine concoctions, and take in the beauty of the vineyard. Don’t forget the vineyard tour (2:30). Browse the great gift shop.

MUSIC (12:00 – 5:00pm)  The Party Favor Band, and LATITUDE

ADMISSION : $8/person. (under 18 or over 80 admitted free) Bring two canned/dry good items for area food banks and receive $3 off admission. Club Members Free.

Food Available From: Smokin’ Pitt BBQ

BEVERAGES (Water, Soda, Beer, & Wine) Available From: La Belle Amie Vineyard

VINEYARD LOCATION: Hwy 90 & St. Joseph Road (just west of the NMB Middle School.) 

GPS ADDRESS: 1120 St. Joseph Road, Little River, SC 29566

REGULAR SHOP HOURS : Mon – Sat 10am – 6pm. Closed Sundays.

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Beach, Boogie & BBQ Festival

Posted on August 24, 2013 by | Leave a comment

The Myrtle Beach eighth annual Beach, Boogie & BBQ Festival is Friday through Sunday, August 30 – September 1, at Grand Park, with a host of activities for the entire family.  Food is the main attraction, with eating/cooking events featuring the nation’s finest barbeque competitors.  Come enjoy live music, art and craft exhibitors, water skiing demonstrations, boat rides, fireworks and more.  See details of all events or visit www.MyrtleBeachEventInfo.com.

6:00 – 9:30 p.m., Friday, August 30

6:00 p.m. – BBQ, BBQ, BBQ! – OMAR Shriners will be selling barbeque combos and dinners

6:00 p.m. – Food, Arts and Crafts Business Vendors and Exhibitors – Non-BBQ food vendors will be selling a variety of eats. Select arts and crafts vendors will be selling jewelry, children’s clothing and other unique items. (Most vendors accept cash only.)

6:00 to 9:30 p.m. – Live Entertainment featuring Wallstreet and Jim Quick & Coastline Bands – Bring chairs and blankets (no coolers allowed). This event takes place at the main stage, south side of the lake.  It’s free.

6:30 p.m. – “Anything Goes” Contest and Tasting – Samples $1.00 each.  Sample a variety of beef, seafood, dessert and everything in between.

6:30 p.m. – Beer & Wine Garden

9:30 p.m. – Announcement of “Anything Goes” Contest Winners: Anything Goes, Best Booth, Best Dessert and Best Sauce. – Cheer on your favorite team as the winners are announced. Main stage.

 12:00 – 9:30 p.m., Saturday, August 31

8:00 a.m. – Official S.C. Barbeque Championship begins – Watch as teams prepare their barbeque for judging. The soccer fields, corner of Forbes Court and Farrow Parkway.

12:00 p.m. – BBQ, BBQ, BBQ (while supplies last) – Attendees can sample delicious barbecue from all competing teams by purchasing a $10 wristband. Kids age six and under can sample for free.  Barbecue combos, dinners, hamburgers and hot dogs also will be available for purchase.  Proceeds benefit Omar Shriner charities.

12:00 to 9:30 p.m. – Food, Arts and Crafts Business Vendors – Non-BBQ food vendors will be selling a variety of eats. Select arts and crafts vendors will be selling jewelry, children’s clothing and other unique items. Most vendors accept cash only. Vendors will be open until 9:30 p.m.

12:00 to 9:30 p.m. – Beer & Wine Gardens – Enjoy cold beer and wine selections.

12:00 to 4:00 p.m. – Shriners Hospital FREE Screening – Children from birth to age 18 with medical issues are invited to this screening for potential free treatment at Shriners Hospital, where care is provided regardless of a families’ ability to pay. No appointment is necessary for this free screening clinic from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.

12:00 to 9:15 p.m. – Live Entertainment – Bring chairs and blankets (no coolers allowed). This event takes place at the main stage, corner of Meyers Avenue and Farrow Parkway.  It’s free.

  • Craig Woolard Band (12:00 to 1:15 p.m.)
  • Ty Brown (1:45 to 3:00 p.m.)
  • EnVision (3:30 to 4:45 p.m.)
  • Atlantic Groove (6:15 to 7:30 p.m.)
  • The Embers (8:00 to 9:15 p.m.)

12:00 to 5:00 p.m. – Kids Zone – Free games and activities for children of all ages.

1:00, 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. – Flyboard Demonstrations by HydroFly Myrtle Beach on Grand Park Lake – The Flyboard is a revolutionary new water sport that allows users to swim like a dolphin and hover up to 20 feet in the air.

5:00 p.m. – Announcement of Official S.C. Barbeque Championship

9:30 p.m. – Fireworks – Enjoy a fireworks finale visible from any side of the Grand Park Lake.

 12:00 – 5:00 p.m., Sunday, September 1

 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. – BBQ and Wings! (while supplies last) – Barbeque combos and dinners will be available for purchase. BBQ proceeds benefit OMAR Shriners. Attendees can enjoy a variety of wings from restaurants and teams competing in the wing competition.

12:00 to 5:00 p.m. – Beer & Wine Gardens – Enjoy cold beer and wine selections.

12:30 p.m. – Best Wings on the Beach – Restaurants and wing teams from all over will participate in a judged wing competition. These vendors will also be selling their delicious wings from 12 – 5 p.m.

12:00 to 5:00 p.m. – Food, Arts and Crafts Business Vendors – Non-barbecue food vendors will be selling a variety of food. Select arts/crafts vendors will be selling jewelry, children’s clothing and other unique items. Most vendors accept cash only.

12:00 to 5:00 p.m. – Live Entertainment – Featuring Mark Roberts Band and others. Bring chairs and blankets (no coolers allowed). This event takes place at the main stage on Meyers Avenue and Farrow Parkway.  It’s free.

12:00 to 5:00 p.m. – Kids Zone – Free kids inflatables, games and activities for children.

2:00 – 3:00 p.m. – FREE Watermelon (while supplies last)

 

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Blues & Jazz Fest at La Belle Amie

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Blues & Jazz Fest at La Belle Amie Vineyard in Little River, South Carolina, Saturday, August 3. 

Enjoy music, wine tastings and outdoor cooking. So mark your calendars for a visit to the vineyard.

MUSIC BY: The Shamalama Trio, and Tammy’s Tangents 12:00 – 5:00 pm

FESTIVAL ADMISSION :  $8/person (under age 18 or over 80 always admitted at no charge.) Bring 2 canned/dry good items for food bank and receive $3 discount.

FOOD – Smokin’ Pitt BBQ.

Sorry, No Food, Beverages or Pets Allowed.

Call 843-399-WINE (9463) questions. Or visit for directions and more wine info: www.LaBelleAmie.com

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Music at La Belle Amie Vineyard

Posted on July 16, 2013 by | Leave a comment

Live Music @ The Vineyard
Wine Wednesday and Festival Saturday!

Noon – 6 pm Little River, SC

Upcoming is Wine Wednesday and this Saturday is the Summer Parrot Head Fest. The music will be flowing as well as the wine, and the grill will be smoking hot. So mark your calendars for a visit to the vineyard. Cheers! Vicki.

MUSIC BY:
July 17, Wednesday (12:30 – 4:30pm) – Nancy Olive

Nancy Olive

July 20, Saturday (12:00 – 5:00pm) – The Paul Grimshaw Band, and The Jamaican Jerks

Wine Wednesday : – no admission.
FESTIVAL ADMISSION : Saturday – $8/person (under age 18 or over 80 always admitted at no charge.) Bring 2 canned/dry good items for food bank and receive $3 discount.

FOOD – Wednesday:Vineyard Grill – hot dogs, burgers, cheese & fruit trays, chips and snacks.
FOOD – Saturday: Smokin’ Pitt BBQ.

Sorry, No Food, Beverages or Pets Allowed.

843-399-WINE (9463) for questions. Or, www.LaBelleAmie.com

1120 St. Joseph Road, Little River, SC 29566

REGULAR SHOP HOURS : Mon – Sat 10am – 6pm. Closed Su

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Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-off Announced

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17th Annual Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-off Features Area’s Best Seafood Chowder, Music & Family Fun

 If savoring seafood chowder in an island beach setting fits with your idea of springtime fun, come to Carolina Beach, North Carolina for the 17th Annual Pleasure Island Chowder Cookoff on Saturday, April 13. Visitors to Wilmington, NC and island beaches should bring their appetites for food and fun to Carolina Beach Lake Park to experience an afternoon immersed in a tasty competition as they s­­ample and judge local seafood chowder

The 2013 Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-off is a family-oriented event that is all about delicious food, good music, and fun for all ages. Chefs from Carolina Beach, Wilmington, and beyond will prepare their best seafood chowder recipes between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Guests will enjoy live music and savory chowder, while children can make a beeline for the park’s playground and Kidz Zone where they’ll find face-painting, a giant inflatable house, Carolina Beach Fire Department’s Smoke House, and more. For an additional fee, paddleboat and surrey rides are available. At 5:00 p.m., the People’s and Judges’ Choice Awards are announced.

During the cook-off, chowder is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early to enjoy the live music and chowder-tasting (and voting) between 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Island restaurants that are participating this year include: Deck House Casual Dining, Havana’s Fresh Island Restaurant, The Bistro at Courtyard by Marriott, Lazy Pirate, The Landing of Carolina Beach, and The Twisted Lime. Wilmington restaurants include Sawmill Restaurant and Shucker’s Oyster Bar & Grill. Shallotte’s The Grille will also return to the friendly chowder competition. The day-long chowder showcase features live entertainment by the ever-popular Mark Roberts Band (variety dance band) at Carolina Beach Lake Park’s Stingray Amphitheater.                                                 

Want to go? Gates open Saturday, April 13 at 11:30am. A modest admission charge of $5 for adults will gain access to this family event. Admission is free for children ages 12 and under. No coolers permitted, as beverages and food will be available for sale. Chairs, blankets and children are welcome, but please leave pets at home.

Festivals and events provide a fun and affordable way to experience the history, culture, and traditions of a region. This annual event is one of many presented throughout the year by the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce. For additional information on the 2013 Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-off and other island events, please call 910-458-8434 or visit www.pleasureislandnc.org.

Arrive early and enjoy a full weekend of fun exploring the destination’s 50+ attractions from the river to the sea. It’s an easy drive to Wilmington, N.C.’s island beaches along US-74 from Charlotte and I-40 from the state’s Triangle and Triad regions. For a free 2013 Official Visitors Guide forWilmington, North Carolina’s historic river district and the island beaches of Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Wrightsville Beach, call 1-866-266-9690 or 910-341-4030. Or, visit website www.GoWilmingtonAndBeaches.com for destination information, seasonal specials, and a complete calendar of events. For last-minute hotel discounts, visit www.sunnysavers.com.

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