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SPECIAL EVENTS Special Event Permits do not require an application fee, but do require City Council approval. For information, call 843-918-1008 or 843-918-2332.
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A printable .pdf of the Events listing is available.
Military Appreciation Days May 1-31, 2013 http://www.militaryappreciationdays.com
Join us for Military Appreciation Days in Myrtle Beach during the month of May! We’re celebrating military men and women – active duty, reserves and National Guard – and veterans from every service branch. Look for military discounts, along with concerts, fireworks, celebrities, special events and family activities, plus the big parade on Saturday, May 25.
Hot Summer Nights on Ocean Boulevard – Enjoy free activities and entertainers in downtown Myrtle Beach and on the Oceanfront Boardwalk (www.myrtlebeachdowntown.com).
5K Run/Walk – Sign up now for this 5K Run on Ocean Boulevard and the Boardwalk! The race begins at 7:30 a.m., Saturday, May 25, at Plyler Park. It's free for active duty, reserves and veterans, or $20 for civilians. Visit www.militaryappreciationdays.com for details.
Memorial Day Parade – This big Ocean Boulevard Memorial Day Parade steps off at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 25. Army Veteran and former Pittsburgh Steelers’ running back Rocky Bleier will serve as Grand Marshal of this year’s parade. The parade begins at 27th Avenue North and travels south to Ninth Avenue North, with great views all along the route! Want to be in the parade? Sign up at www.militaryappreciationdays.com.
Family picnic, meet Rocky, military exhibits and more – After the parade, join us for a Picnic on the Pavilion Site, complete with activities for the kids, military exhibits, music and more. Headlining the afternoon is the Andrew Thielen Big Band with an outstanding patriotic show. Parade Grand Marshal Rocky Bleier will be there, too! Activities are set for Saturday, May 25, on Ocean Boulevard, Eighth to Ninth Avenue North.
Memorial Day Ceremony – Join the Grand Strand Patriotic Alliance and City of Myrtle Beach for the Memorial Day Ceremony at 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 27, on the Convention Center Plaza.
Veterans Beard and ’Stache Beach Bash Military Appreciation Days Family Picnic 12:00 p.m. Saturday, May 25, 2013 Pavilion Area, Beside Vendor Tents, Ocean Boulevard
Enlist NOW for the first “Veterans Beard and ’Stache Beach Bash” contest, to be held Saturday, May 25, as part of Military Appreciation Days. It’s free to enter, with the competition to be held as part of the big family picnic on the Pavilion site, after the Memorial Day Weekend parade. Sign up at mbvetbam@gmail.com and start growing your whiskers! Categories include:
Beard, Natural Beard, Groomed Beard, Corporate Beard, Freestyle Beard, Partial Moustache, Natural Moustache, Styled Ladies’ Faux
Males must be veterans, but the women’s faux contest is open to all ladies. The judges are Dr. David Powers, Stephen Stevens, Kris Tourtellotte, Mark Cooper and Ronnie Shelley, with Dana King as the master of ceremonies. Judges will be looking at density, mass, length, facial hair color, styling (where applicable) and the visual complement to the individual’s look, as well the response from the crowd. For more, please visit www.militaryappreciationdays.com.
Myrtle Beach Birthday Card Contest Entries accepted through 5:00 p.m., Friday June 7 Open to children in grades one-through-three and four-through-six
The City of Myrtle Beach is celebrating its 75th Anniversary this year, and we need a birthday card! Young artists are invited to design a card wishing Myrtle Beach a “Happy Birthday.” The contest is open to children in two age categories: first through third grade, and fourth through sixth grade. First, second and third place designs will be selected in each group. Entries are due by 5:00 p.m., Friday, June 7. Winning cards will be chosen this summer, and everyone will celebrate with a back-to-school party! Here are the details. Call 843-918-1014 for more information.
International Student Welcome Meetings May, June and July Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel
The International Student Outreach Program will offer weekly “Welcome to America” socials for visiting students during May, June and July. The goal is to help the international students make the transition to living and working in the Myrtle Beach area. The meetings will include talks about banking, activities and transportation, as well as beach safety, bicycle safety and personal safety. The meetings are free and will be held at the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel. For more information or to volunteer your time to assist, contact Pete Woods at 918-1806 or Amy Prock at 918-1365. Here are the dates for the socials:
10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 28 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 4 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 11 10:00 a.m., Thursday, June 13 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 18 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 25 7:00 p.m., Thursday, July 11 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 18
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.
May 24 – Skyfall 007 (PG-13), Daniel Craig May 31 – Robot & Frank (PG-13), Frank Langella, Susan Sarandon
FORE! Images of Golf in Art Through Sunday, September 15 Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum
Myrtle Beach is the “Golf Capital of the World” and the perfect location for an art exhibition dedicated to the people, places and accoutrements of the sport of golf. Approximately 45 works of art celebrating the game of golf will be on display at the Museum throughout the spring and summer. FORE! was organized with the assistance of Harmon-Meek Gallery in Naples, FL and contains works by not only nationally known artists like Will Barnett but also artists known primarily in the world of golf. Golfers and art lovers alike will find themselves engaged with this exhibition. Regular gallery hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Sunday. Call 238-2510 or visit http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org.
Hot Summer Nights Concerts, Performers, Kids’ Carnivals and Fireworks Plyler Park, the Boardwalk and Ocean Boulevard http://www.myrtlebeachdowntown.com
Myrtle Beach’s “Hot Summer Nights” begin June 3 and run through August 31 at Plyler Park, on the Boardwalk and along Ocean Boulevard. Events are for all ages and are free! For more information, visit www.myrtlebeachdowntown.com. Here’s the general schedule.
Sundays: Elvis concert, 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m., Plyler Park Mondays: Free Kids’ Carnival, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m., Plyler Park Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays: Free oceanfront concerts, 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m., Plyler Park Wednesdays: Fireworks over the Ocean, 10:00 – 10:15 p.m., Second Avenue Pier; Free concert at Ninth Avenue Stage, 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.; Elvis impersonator 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. in Plyler Park Fridays: Dixieland Band on the Boardwalk and Elvis concert in Plyler Park Thursday, July 4: Fireworks over the Ocean, 10:00 – 10:30 p.m., Second Avenue Pier Saturday, August 31: Labor Day Fireworks Show, 10:00 – 10:15 p.m., Second Avenue Pier
Plyler Park Concert Schedule (8:00 to 11:00 p.m.)
Saturday, May 11… The Austin Mowery Band – Country Saturday, May 18… Bullfrog – Americana Saturday, June 1… Southwood – Roots Rock Tuesday, June 4… The Austin Mowery Band – Country Thursday, June 6… American Aquarium – Alt Country Saturday, June 8… Mystic Vibrations – Reggae Tuesday, June 11… Tru Sol – R&B/Soul Thursday, June 13… Ten Toes Up – Rock and Roll Saturday, June 15… Paul Grimshaw Band – Variety Tuesday, June 18… The Austin Mowery Band – Country Thursday, June 20… Bibis Ellison Band – Variety Saturday, June 22… Bullfrog – Rock Tuesday, June 25… Tru Sol – R&B/Soul Thursday, June 27… Cranford and Sons – Lowcountry Stomp Saturday, June 29… Psych Ward – Rock Tuesday, July 2… The Austin Mowery Band – Country Thursday, July 4… The Reggie Sullivan Band – Rock and Soul Saturday, July 6… Black Cadillacs – Rock and Roll Tuesday, July 9… Tru Sol – R&B/Soul Thursday, July 11… Jeremy Norris Band – Country Saturday, July 13… Ten Toes Up – Rock and Roll Tuesday, July 16… The Austin Mowery Band – Country Thursday, July 18… BPL Band – R&B/Variety Saturday, July 20… Hot Sauce – Pop/Top 40 Tuesday, July 23… Tru Sol – R&B/Soul Thursday, July 25… Bibis Ellison Band – Variety Saturday, July 27… Groove Fetish – Jam Rock Tuesday, July 30… The Austin Mowery Band – Country
Horry County Schools’ Community Education Program Historic Myrtle Beach Colored School Museum and Education Center 900 Dunbar Street – Call 488-6200
Did you know that you can earn your high school diploma or GED certificate, take classes to improve your computer, language and work skills, get career training, receive college and career counseling and get help with parenting skills? The Horry County Schools’ Adult and Community Education have day and evening classes, Monday through Friday, at two locations: the Myrtle Beach Family Learning Center, 3101 Oak Street (839-5400), and the Historic Colored School Museum and Education Center, 900 Dunbar Street (918-4900). Classes are open to anyone 17 or older and are offered at flexible times to accommodate individual schedules. Center services vary, but generally include adult education classes for English as a Second Language (ESL), work-ready computer training, and a broad range of special interest topics. Call or visit a center today!
South Carolina’s Largest Garage Sale 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 7, 2013 Myrtle Beach Convention Center Exhibit Hall
We have a date! South Carolina’s Largest Garage Sale returns to the Myrtle Beach Convention Center from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 7, in the exhibit hall. On-line registration for vendor spaces begins later this year, with spaces $50.00 each. For more information, visit http://www.cityofmyrtlebeach.com/garagesale.html.
The Mayor’s Cup Men’s Amateur Golf Championship Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 13 – September 15, 2013 Whispering Pines Golf Course
Who’s the best male golfer on the Grand Strand? We’ll find out when area golfers compete for the annual Mayor’s Cup Men’s Championship, September 13 – 15, at Whispering Pines Golf Course. The tournament is open to all male golfers, 18 and up. City residency is not required. Registration information will be posted soon. Call Whispering Pines Golf Course at 843-918-2305. The best individual score will determine the winner!
The Mayor’s Cup Women’s Amateur Golf Championship Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 20 – September 22, 2013 Whispering Pines Golf Course
Who’s the best female golfer on the Grand Strand? We’ll find out when area golfers compete for the annual Mayor’s Cup Women’s Championship, September 20 – 22, at Whispering Pines Golf Course. The tournament is open to all female golfers, 18 and up. City residency is not required. Registration information will be posted soon. Call Whispering Pines Golf Course at 843-918-2305. The best individual score will determine the winner!
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.facebook.com/myrtlesmarket
Now that spring is here, the Farmers’ Market has a full complement of vendors offering 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, call Johnny Graham at 843-997-1716.
Knitting and Crochet 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Fridays Chapin Memorial Library, 400 14th Avenue North
Chapin Memorial Library offers knitting and crochet classes in the first floor meeting room every Friday afternoon. Learn basic knitting and crochet skills or get help with an existing project. Please bring your own supplies. Volunteers are needed to teach and assist with programs, creating displays, and other library activities. Please call Briget at 843-918-1275 for more information.
Fireworks! Throughout the Year (scheduled so far) Various Locations in Myrtle Beach
Saturday, May 11, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Sunday, May 26, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Tuesday, May 28, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, June 4, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Wednesday, June 5, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Tuesday, June 11, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Wednesday, June 12, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Thursday, June 13, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Sunday, June 16, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Tuesday, June 18, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Wednesday, June 19, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Friday, June 21, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, June 25, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Wednesday, June 26, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Friday, June 28, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Sunday, June 30, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Tuesday, July 2, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Wednesday, July 3, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Wednesday, July 3, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Thursday, July 4, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Thursday, July 4, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, July 9, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Wednesday, July 10, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Friday, July 12, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Sunday, July 14, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Tuesday, July 16, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Wednesday, July 17, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Thursday, July 18, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Friday, July 19, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, July 23, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Thursday, July 25, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Friday, July 26, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, July 30, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Wednesday, July 31, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Friday, August 2, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Sunday, August 4, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Tuesday, August 6, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Wednesday, August 7, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Thursday, August 8, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Friday, August 9, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, August 13, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Wednesday, August 14, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Friday, August 16, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Sunday, August 18, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Tuesday, August 20, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Wednesday, August 21, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Thursday, August 22, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Tuesday, August 27, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Wednesday, August 28, 10:00 p.m. – Second Avenue Pier Saturday, August 31, 10:00 p.m. Second Avenue Pier Saturday, August 31, 10:00 p.m. Broadway at the Beach Sunday, September 1, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Monday, September 2, Following the Pelicans Game – TicketReturn.com Field Tuesday, October 15, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Saturday, November 23, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Saturday, November 30, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach Tuesday, December 31, 10:00 p.m. – Broadway at the Beach |
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