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SPECIAL EVENTS Special Event Permits require a non-refundable $250 application fee, as well as City Council approval. For information, call 843-918-1008 or 843-918-2332.
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“Choose” 5K Heart Walk 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 4 The Boardwalk, at Plyler Park
Looking for a little winter exercise? Everyone is invited to participate in the “Choose” 5K Walk Saturday, February 4, beginning at 10:00 a.m. If you’re in one of the “Choose to Lose” programs, you can wear your Choose shirt. Prizes go to the top three teams with the most participants. The walk along the Boardwalk and beach is to promote heart health and awareness. It’s brought to you by the Myrtle Beach Recreation Division and the American Heart Association.
Art Museum Fifteenth Anniversary Celebration 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., February 4 Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B Chapin Art Museum
The Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum will celebrate 15 years with a party from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Saturday, February 4. Everyone on the Grand Strand is invited. The celebration will spotlight some of the Museum’s highlights from the past fifteen years and will be the first event in a year-long “I (Heart) Art” Celebration. Look for presentations from artists, kids activities, music from African drummers and dancers and the Long Bay Symphony. For more information on the scheduled events, visit www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org or call 238-2510.
“Let’s Talk About It” 2012 A South Carolina Sampler: Celebrating the SC Academy of Authors Inductees Wednesdays, February 1, 15 and 29 Chapin Memorial Library
“A South Carolina Sample: Celebrating the South Carolina Academy of Authors Inductees” is the theme for “Let’s Talk About It” 2012 at Chapin Memorial Library. Join us every other Wednesday, through February 29, for coffee and fellowship at 10:00 a.m., followed by a lecture and discussion at 10:30 a.m. Authors on the list this year are Charles W. Joyner, Mickey Spillane, Franklin Burroughs and Marian Wright Edelman. For more information or to register, call 918-1295.
Canal Street Museum of African American History February 1 – March 4, 2012 Canal Street Recreation Center
The Canal Street Museum of African American History opens Wednesday, February 1, as part of Black History Month activities. Come take an in-depth look at the many contributions African Americans have made to the world. The museum displays the work of scientists, inventors, athletes, doctors, artists, writers and others. See how many times you say, “Wow, I did not know that!” For more information, call Canal Street Recreation Center at 918-1465.
Fireworks! Throughout the Year (scheduled so far) Various Locations in Myrtle Beach
Saturday, February 18, 8:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Saturday, March 17, 8:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Friday, April 6, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Saturday, April 7, 8:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Sunday, April 8, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Thursday, April 12, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Saturday, May 12, 8:00 p.m. Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Following the Sunday, May 27, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Tuesday, May 29, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, June 5, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, June 12, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Sunday, June 17, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Tuesday, June 19, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, June 26, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Thursday, June 28, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Sunday, July 1, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Tuesday, July 3, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, July 3, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Wednesday, July 4, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, July 10, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Thursday, July 12, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Tuesday, July 17, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Thursday, July 19, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Tuesday, July 24, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Sunday, July 29, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Tuesday, July 31, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Sunday, August 5, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Tuesday, August 7, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Thursday, August 9, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Tuesday, August 14, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Sunday, August 19, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Tuesday, August 21, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, August 28, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Saturday, September 1, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Sunday, September 2, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Monday, September 3, Following the Pelicans Game – BB&T Coastal Field Tuesday, September 22, 9:00 p.m. Broadway at the Beach Saturday, November 24, 8:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Monday, December 31, 8:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach
Ninth Annual Grand Strand Job and Volunteer Assistance Fair for Senior Citizens 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 7, 2012 Exhibit Hall C, Myrtle Beach Convention Center www.cityofmyrtlebeach.com/java.html
Attention employers and non-profits! Will you need more employees or volunteers next spring and summer? Then register now to participate in our ninth annual Grand Strand Job and Volunteer Assistance Fair from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 7, at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. It’s free! The job fair is sponsored by the City of Myrtle Beach Senior Citizens Advisory Committee. If you’re a business or non-profit, complete the sign-up form available at http://www.cityofmyrtlebeach.com/java.html or call 918-1014 for more information.
Winter/Spring Storytimes Chapin Memorial Library Now through May 25
Chapin Memorial Library offers free Storytimes for ages four months and up. These storytimes provide age-appropriate activities, such as songs, fingerplays, flannelboards, crafts and stories. For more information, contact 918-1275 or visit www.chapinlibrary.org.
Baby Storytime Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m., January 3 through May 22, for ages four to 18 months. Your baby will enjoy rhymes, fingerplays, music, and toys with your baby. Class is limited to ten babies and their caregivers. Pre-registration is required.
Toddler Storytime Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m., January 4 through May 23, for two year olds. Your two year old will be introduced to stories, flannelboards, fingerplays, songs and crafts that are age appropriate.
Bookworm Storytime Thursdays and Fridays, 11:00 a.m., January 5 through May 25, for three to five year olds. Your child will enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, flannelboards, and crafts.
Homeschool Storytime Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m., January 4 through May 23, for rising kindergarten-and-up students. Children will have the opportunity to listen to longer stories, songs, fingerplays, flannelboards and crafts.
Base Recreation Center Senior Movie Schedule Call 918-2380 for information
Come enjoy a free movie for adults and seniors every Friday at 3:00 p.m. Soft drinks and popcorn are available for $1 each.
February 3 – I Don’t Know How She Does It (PG-13), Sarah Jessica Parker February 10 – Cowboys and Aliens (PG-13), Daniel Craig/Harrison Ford February 17 – Apollo 18 (PG-13), Warren Christie February 24 – Super 8 (PG-13), Elle Fanning March 2 – Mr. Popper’s Penguins (PG), Jim Carrey
Bi-Lo Myrtle Beach Marathon February 16-18, 2012
Registration is underway for the Bi-Lo Myrtle Beach Marathon and accompanying activities, to be held February 16-18, 2012. The marathon itself is Saturday, February 18. Visit http://www.mbmarathon.com for more information about this popular event.
Base Recreation Center Senior Dance Schedule Call 918-2381 for information
Senior Dance Schedule… This popular dance series returns for the winter season at the Base Recreation Center. Tickets are just $7 per person and go on sale the week before the dance. All dances are from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Friday, February 10, 2012 Friday, February 24, 2012 Friday, March 9, 2012 Friday, March 23, 2012
Run to the Sun XXIV” Car and Truck Show March 15 – 17 Kings Highway, at the former Myrtle Square Mall Site
The Pee Dee Street Rodders and City of Myrtle Beach present the “Run to the Sun XXIV” Car and Truck Show, March 15-17, at the former Myrtle Square Mall site. The annual “Run to the Sun” has been described as the “largest independent car and truck show on the East Coast” with 2,500 cars and trucks from all over the United States. More information will be posted as it becomes available, or visit http://www.peedeestreetrodders.com. This is the show’s third year at this location.
“From Tree to Treasure: Woodturning, Ancient and Modern Craft” Exhibits on display through April 26, 2012 Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum
The Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum will exhibit “From Tree to Treasure: An International Invitational Exhibition of Turned or Sculpted Wood” through April 26, 2012. Woodturning, a craft form dating back to 13th century Egypt, has enjoyed a surge in popularity in recent years. The results are a unique range of shapes and designs, from a simple bowl to an intricately formed sculpture. Regular gallery hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, and 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., Sunday. Call 238-2510 or visit http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org.
Horry County Schools Community Education Program Historic Myrtle Beach Colored School Museum and Education Center 900 Dunbar Street – Call 488-6200
Interested in learning? The Horry County Schools Community Education Program offers a variety of courses for young and old. Topics include Basic Computers, Conversational Spanish, History of Myrtle Beach, art classes and even golf lessons. Classes are held at the Myrtle Beach Historic Colored School Museum and Education Center, 900 Dunbar Street, and at Myrtle Beach Family Learning Center, 3101 North Oak Street. For more information, call 918-4900 or 488-6200.
South Carolina’s Largest Garage Sale 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 8 Registration begins at a later date Myrtle Beach Convention Center Exhibit Hall
South Carolina’s Largest Garage Sale returns to the Myrtle Beach Convention Center! This year’s sale will again be held at the Exhibit Hall at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 8. On-line registration for vendor spaces begin at a later date, and all spaces will be $50.00 this year, regardless of location. Vendors may move in on Friday, September 7, or on the sale day itself. Admission to South Carolina’s Largest Garage sale is free! Visit http://www.cityofmyrtlebeach.com/garagesale.html for more information.
Myrtle’s Market 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, Friday and Saturday Mr. Joe White Avenue at Oak Street http://www.cityofmyrtlebeach.com/market.html or http://www.myrtlesmarket.com
Looking for fresh, homegrown produce and unique food items? The market is open year-round from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Stop by Myrtle’s Market at the intersection of Mr. Joe White Avenue and Oak Street for fresh fruits and vegetables. For more information about the market and how to become a vendor, call Johnny Graham at 843-997-1716. |
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