On-Going Events

Now through 08.13.2010. Dinner at Brookgreen Gardens. Live entertainment. Evening cruises down the creeks through the gardens. Cool summer evenings made even more memorable because you are in the Brookgreen environment. Details at 800-849-1931 or www.Brookgreen.org

Now through 09.10.2010. L. W. Paul Living History Farm Events Programs. 9 AM to 4 PM. Experience life as hard-working families of previous generations lived it, day after day - Fresh, unair-conditioned air, plenty of exercise hand-washing clothes, reading by gas or candle light, and more. 2279 Harris Shortcut Road, Conway, SC 29526. Details at 843-365-3596 or www.horrycountymuseum.com.

Now through 10.03.2010. Craftsman's Classic Arts and Crafts Festival. Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum. If you enjoy seeing old quilts, photos, and other memorabilia of past generations, this exhibit is for you. 10 AM to 4 PM Tuesday through Saturday, 1-4 PM Sunday. Details at 843.238-2510 or www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org.

Now through 01.09.2011. PuppetArt at the Cameron Art Museum in Wilmington, NC. The puppets are here! This exhibition features large-scale puppets and set designs from the famous Vermont-based Bread and Puppet Theatre. Also selected international puppets from various historical periods. Cameron Art Museum. 3201 S. 17th Street. Wilmington, NC 28412 www.cameronartmuseum.com

July

7/3. Veggiefest at Freewoods Farm. 9 AM to 3 PM. Take a tour of an historic but working farm, learning how to grow and cook fresh vegetables. See demonstrations, a farmers' market, and the farm. Talk with these fabulous people in a highly kid-friendly event. Details at 843.650.9139 or www.FreewoodsFarm.com.

7/4. Grand Strand Independence Day. Events range from north Strand to south Strand. Enjoy Pelican's baseball, parades, fireworks at the Cherry Grove Pier and other places, cookouts, boat regattas, concerts, and much more! Just select your favorite location(s) or stay right here at the resort and celebrate with us. Call us for resort activities or find further details at 800.386.4662 in Myrtle Beach, 843.357.2007 in Murrells Inlet, 843.281.2662 in North Myrtle Beach.

7/3 to 7/4. 36th Annual Rugby Tournament hosted by The Cape Fear Rugby Football Club. Sixty teams from across the U.S. and across the globe compete in an arduous battle to be "the best." Admission is free and is suitable for children. Details at 910.264.5277 or email to CapeFearSevens@aol.com.

7/5. NC Aquarium's Behind the Scenes Tour...and More. The Aquarium offers an in-depth view of marine life with a tour of a live feeding, the animal quarantine area, life support for sea critters, food preparation, and others. Appropriate for children ages 8* and up (*accompanied by parent or guardian). $18 for 8-12, $20.00 for 13 and older. Details at 910.458.7468. Site at Kure Beach, NC 28449.

7/8. The Little River Band Concert at the Hard Rock Cafe in Celebrity Square (Broadway at the Beach). 8 PM - 10:30 PM. Tickets $15 for this kid-friendly event. Details at 843.946.0007, Ext. 208 or www.Hardrock.com/MyrtleBeach.

7/17. The Oakdale Historical Tour in Wilmington, NC, at 10 AM. This relaxing historical walking tour of North Carolina's oldest rural cemetery sheds light on many aspects of the state's early years. No advance reservations needed, but tour is cancelled if weather is inclement. Admission $8/person. Details at 910.762.5682.

7/21. Black River Nature Cruise. Spend four relaxing hours along the Black River, seeing miles of scenic wilderness. Refreshments included. Limited seating with pre-paid tickets required - $59/person. $40 (ages 12 and under). Details at 910.343.1611 or 800.676.0162 or www.cfrboats.com.

7/22 to 7/24. National Father and Son Team Classic Golf Tournament. Multiple area golf courses participate in this classic opportunity for the male golf generations to relate to each other. Details at 866.497.2627 or www.fathersongolf.com.

7/28. Legends of the Forest at the Myrtle Beach State Park from 3 - 4 PM at the Activity Center. Explore our unique maritime forest from an indoor chair and see live plants and animals, learn biofacts, and talk with experts. This is a kid-friendly event. Details at 843.238.0874 or www.MyrtleBeachSP.com.

August

8.1. Gospel Brunch at the House of Blues Restaurant. Experience the popular Sunday Gospel Brunch featuring live music with the musical trio Glory. No reservations. It's a "first come; first served" basis. Location in 4640 Highway 17 S., N. Myrtle Beach, SC 29582. Details at 843.272.3000.

8.3, 7, 10, 14. Plyler Park Events. Part of a summer event series along Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach. Everything from music to carnival atmosphere to strolling bagpipes and more.

8.6-8. 28th Annual Craftsmen Summer Classic Arts and Crafts Festival. 10 AM to 6 PM at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. Go online for a discount coupon at www.CraftShow.com. Huge show of talented artists and craftsmen. Great for a head-start on holiday shopping.

8.7. Art Party Art Walk. 10 AM to 5 PM. Painting and pottery demonstrations, live music, museum exhibits, farmers' market, and much more. A relaxing experience in the historic Southern town of Conway, SC. Details at 843-248-4527.

8.12 and 8.13. Children's Activity Day at Brookgreen Gardens. 10 AM to 2:30 PM. Children have the opportunity to received guidance in making various things and taking their creations home with them. The program is designed for ages 4-12, free with garden admission but must be accompanied by an adult. Come to Learning Lab I in Wall Lowcountry Center at Brookgreen Gardens. Details at 843-946-9469 or www.cmsckids.org.

8.13. Kenny Rogers at the Alabama Theatre. Details for arranging tickets through our Reservation Agent when you stay with us, at the Front Desk of your accommodations, or call 800.342.2262 to speak directly with Alabama Theatre. Ask about kids free, too!

8.17. Children's Museum of South Carolina Presents "Awe, Matey!" 2 PM. Pirate stories of the Carolinas, as told by Captain Murrell. Learn all about real pirates who sailed off of our shores, hid their treasures in places yet undiscovered, and dodged storms in our rivers and streams. Play and learn. Details at 843-946-9469 or www.cmsckids.org.

8.19. Children's Museum of South Carolina Presents "Marshlife Exploration." 11 AM. Beth Thomas from Belle W. Baruch Center in Georgetown pays a visit to share fascinating insider information and stories about our important natural treasure, our marshlands. Learn why these transitional areas are vital to the health of the Carolinas.

8.20. Four Tops and The Temptations at the Alabama Theatre. Details for arranging tickets through our Reservation Agent when you stay with us, at the Front Desk of your accommodations, or call 800.342.2262 to speak directly with Alabama Theatre. Ask about kids free, too!

8.24. The Comedy Zone Presents Jerry Farber at the House of Blues. Doors open at 7 PM, show at 8 PM. This show is for ages 18+. Advance ticket purchase at 843.272.3000.

8.30 to 9.03. Golf.com's World Amateur Handicap Championship. Sounding something like the US Open qualifying competition, this is 72 holes of intense stroke play competition, an 18-hole championship playoff, with nightly parties and entertainment. Registration at www.worldamgolf.com.

September

09/3-4. Beach, Boogie, and BBQ. Live music, arts and crafts, tasty food, kids' play areas, and more are part of this annual festival. Details at www.sunfunfestival.com.

9/17-26. SOS Fall Migration. While something is going on during the entire event, special events in North Myrtle Beach will be occur on "Fun Sunday" and "Fun Monday." Reserve your accommodations now!