August 2015 Community Calendar
Community Calendar
DURING AUGUST
Sunset Celebration at Shelter Cove Community Park
6-9 p.m. every Friday night (through August 14). Join us on the banks of Broad Creek for a picnic and a sunset serenade with Tim Cadiere and the Washboard Road Band at the pavilion in Shelter Cove Community Park. Bring a beach chair, blanket, and pick up a picnic from one of our local merchants. Featuring live music and laid back family entertainment.
Summer Jams at Shelter Cove Community Park
5-9 p.m. every Tuesday night. The Island Recreation Association is proud to bring you a fun-filled, festive atmosphere; with the highlight of the night fireworks that start around 9 p.m. Kids of all ages can enjoy inflatable bounce houses for a minimal fee. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the fireworks! We are adding to the fun this year with a zipline and bungee jump!
Farmer's Market at Sea Pines Center
10 a.m.- 2 p.m. every Tuesday. The market welcomes back some of your favorite vendors with lots of delicacies for your holiday dining including fresh local produce, pecans, freshly baked bread and hot crossed buns. Set your table with hand made linens, wooden bowls and hand thrown pottery. Satisfy your sweet tooth with cookies and cakes.
Historic Fort Mitchell Tour
All day. On this history tour, you’ll visit a well-preserved example of a Civil War Era coastal artillery battery. Learn about what life on Hilton Head Island was like for northern soldiers during the Union occupation from 1861-1866. This guided tour is offered in cooperation with the Heritage Library Foundation, owner of this historic site. Cost is $12 adult, $7 child (ages 7-12) Reservations required; call 843-689-6767 ext. 223.
Gregg Russell Concert
8-9:30 p.m. Every night but Saturdays. Over the years, Gregg has become a Sea Pines classic. Under the Liberty Oak in Harbour Town is where you’ll find Gregg Russell entertaining adults and children alike. His concerts are not to be missed. Complimentary.
AUGUST 3
James E. St. Clair Exhibit Opening Reception (USCB)
5:30-7:30 p.m. This one-man exhibit by award-winning Lowcountry artist highlights his versatility and creativity and as St. Clair says, “everything from the ridiculous to the sublime.” Artist information: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; 843-584-2898. USCB Center for the Arts, 805 Carteret Street, Beaufort, SC 29902. 843-521-4145.
AUGUST 4-7
Trollbeads Trunk Show Event
At The Goldsmith Shop, 3 Lagoon Rd. Hilton Head Island. You'll receive exclusive glass beads that fit all major bracelet brands. Get a special sneak peak of the 2015 Autumn Collection! There will also be in-store promotions and giveaways.
AUGUST 5
Gullah Kinfolk (Arts Center of Coastal Carolina)
8 p.m. Award winning singer/actress Anita Prather is infinitely charming in this delightfully original musical, The Gullah Journey from Africa to America…The Circle Unbroken. It’s a magical Gullah experience that celebrates this colorful regional culture. 14 Shelter Cover Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928. For reservations call: 843-686-3945.
AUGUST 6
Marco Bicego Special Event
5-7pm at Forsythe Jewelers. Featuring the Italian designer's current collections and newest designs. Join them and receive special event pricing, a chance to win a piece of Marco Bicego jewelry by completing a Wish Card, and access to a large trunk of unique pieces chosen for the event. If you can’t attend the special event on August 6, drop in for a trunk show August 7 & 8. Special event pricing and gift with purchase (while they last) will be offered over these two days.
AUGUST 7-8
Tax Free Weekend
AUGUST 8
Red Piano Too's Annual Summer Show
10am-4pm at The Red Piano Too Art Gallery. The Red Piano Too Art Gallery is hosting their annual summer show. Featured is long time gallery artist and Pawleys Island Native, Asher Robinson. All gallery artists are invited to participate.
AUGUST 12-13
The Beatles Experience (Arts Center of Coastal Carolina)
8 p.m. Get ready to be immersed in the sighs, sounds and memories of the Beatles at this “request-your favorites” show! Yesterday and Today get to the heart of the love affair we have with Beatle’s music. 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head, SC 29928. For reservations call: 843-686-3945.
AUGUST 13
Pink Partini at Metro Diner
5:30-8 p.m. Join us for the Lowcountry’s largest Ladies’ Night Out. Everyone’s invited. Free admission. 1532 Fording Island Rd, Bluffton (Located in Bridge Center just across the bridge.
AUGUST 19
Open House for Georgia Skin & Cancer Clinic's New HH Location
10am-1pm, 12 Lafayette Place Hilton Head Island. Free skin cancer screenings and cosmetic evaluations. Bring in your key to be entered into a drawing for a gift basket valued at $500. Call 800-599-0067 for more info.
AUGUST 20
Quinn's Diamond Class
6-7 p.m. Quinn’s owner, Darrel Quinn will instruct a class on how to evaluate the quality of diamonds and never be taken advantage of again. Cost is $10. You’ll receive a $100 gift certificate toward purchase of any diamond jewelry and complimentary jeweler’s loupe. Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese. Village at Wexford #G5, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928. 843-342-6663.
AUGUST 21-22
Masters of Soul (Arts Center of Coastal Carolina)
8 p.m. Celebrating the legendary songs and performers that defined 1960s soul music, this show features stylishly costumed, “smooth move” performances of both male an female groups backed by a live band. 14 Shelter Cove Land, Hilton Head, SC 29928. For reservations call: 843-686-3945.
AUGUST 25
Learn to Love Your Skin
5:30pm at Lux~A Medical Spa. Learn about facials, chemical peels, microneedling, lasers and medical grade skin care from South Carolina Licensed Aestheticians. Door prizes, light refreshments, limited seating, free admission. Call 843-757-3223 to R.S.V.P.
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