Upcoming Events
Van Der Meer Tennis Social Round Robin
Monday, Jan 2, 2012 - Jan 31, 2013
Come join in a social round robin at Van Der Meer Tennis in Shipyard Plantation. The cost is $20 per person, and refreshments are served at the conclusion of play. It is a good way to meet some people and have some fun doubles play! Mondays-Saturdays from 3-5pm
Karaoke at Up The Creek
Tuesday, Jan 3, 2012 - Jan 30, 2013
Come sing along and join the fun with good friends and good food!
T: (843) 681-DOCK (3625) Option 4
The Jazz Corner Presents Saxophone Greats Bobby Ryder & Earl Williams
Tuesday, Jan 3, 2012 - Jan 29, 2013
On alternating Wednesdays, The Jazz Corner Presents The Bobby Ryder Quartet swinging Big Band, Blues & Sinatra and The Earl Williams Quartet performing Jazz & Blues. Join us for Delectable Dining starting from 6:00 prepared by Award Winning Chef Mark Gaylord and LIVE Entertainment starting from 8:00.
Voted "Favorite Restaurant with Live Entertainment"
T: 843-842-8620View Website
The Lavon Stevens Quartet featuring Vocalist Louise Spencer
Wednesday, Jan 4, 2012 - Jan 29, 2013
The Jazz Corner Presents Jazz, Broadway & Blues with The Lavon Stevens Quartet featuring Vocalist Louise Spencer. Join us for Delectable Dining starting from 6:00 prepared by Award Winning Chef Mark Gaylord and LIVE Entertainment starting from 8:00.
Voted "Favorite Restaurant with Live Entertainment"
T: 843-842-8620View Website
Stars & Stripes Sunset Sail (Tuesdays thru Saturdays)
Thursday, Jan 5, 2012 - Feb 29, 2012
Tuesdays through Saturdays. Relax on deck or join the crew and help sail this celebrated 65-foot sailboat that was designed and skippered by the famous Captain Dennis Conner, also known as "Mister America's Cup". Cold beverages available onboard. Reservations are required. Please call for times & availability.
T: 843-363-9026
Generations: the work of James & Dimitri Denmark
Thursday, Jan 5, 2012 - Feb 29, 2012
Opening Reception Friday, January 6, 6-8pm. Start 2012 with a generational look at beauty: James Denmark, the renowned artist and collagist and his grandson Dimitri join forces to fill the spacious gallery at ARTworks. James focuses on what is eternal and universal, and his work hangs in the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Absolut collection in Stockholm. James's career began in NYC where he met and was nurtured by Jackson Pollack, Clifford Still, and William DeKooning. The African-American masters Norman Lewis, Romare Bearden, Jacob Lawrence, and Ernest Crichlow instilled in him an appreciation of his African-American artistic heritage. Grandson Dimitri continues the family tradition, which can be enjoyed by the public at ARTworks Tuesday through Fridays, 11 to 6, and Saturday afternoons.
T: 843-379-2787View Website
Van Der Meer Shipyard Sunday Round Robin
Saturday, Jan 7, 2012 - Jan 27, 2013
Come join in a social round robin at Van Der Meer Tennis in Shipyard Plantation. The cost is $20 per person, and refreshments are served at the conclusion of play. It is a good way to meet some people and have some fun doubles play!
T: 843-686-8804View Website
Robert Trent Jones Free Golf Demonstration
Sunday, Jan 8, 2012 - Feb 11, 2013
‘Where Does the Power Come From?'
Each Monday afternoon, Doug Weaver conducts a free, 45-minute golf clinic and demonstration entitled "Where Does the Power Come From?" at the Jones Golf Center. Golfers are encouraged to ask questions during the hands-on, fully interactive class. The audience size is unlimited. Everyone is welcome. Call 843-785-1138 for further information.
T: 843-785-1138View Website
The Jazz Corner Presents The Jazz Corner Quartet featuring Multi-Instrumentalist Bob Masteller
Monday, Jan 9, 2012 - Jan 29, 2013
The Jazz Corner Presents New Orleans Hot Jazz with The Jazz Corner Quartet featuring Multi-Instrumentalist Bob Masteller. Join us for Delectable Dining starting from 6:00 prepared by Award Winning Chef Mark Gaylord and LIVE Entertainment starting from 8:00.
Voted "Favorite Restaurant with Live Entertainment"
T: 843-842-8620View Website
Artstart for Ages 2-5
Wednesday, Jan 11, 2012 - Feb 16, 2012
Art classes for ages 2-5 designed to help children develop fine motor skills and encourage creativity through the visual arts. Students learn color and shape recognition, how to use art tools and a variety of other concepts while expressing themselves and having fun.
Spirit of Harbour Town Sunset Dinner Cruise (Winter schedule)
Wednesday, Jan 11, 2012 - Feb 29, 2012
Heated luxury passenger vessel with a grand dining cabin on the main deck offering panoramic window views at every table and an ever changing view of the Carolina Lowcountry. Outdoor dining is available on topside deck. Please call to confirm details & availability. Reservations are required.T: 843-363-9026View Website
Ocean Dolphin Cruise with Vagabond Cruise (Winter Schedule)
Wednesday, Jan 11, 2012 - Feb 29, 2012
90-minute narrated ocean cruise through Calibogue Sound to the head waters of the Atlantic Ocean aboard the Spirit of Harbour Town or Vagabond. See the sights along the way and help spot the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin as they swim, play and feed with the tide. Reservations are not required. Call for details and availability.T: 843-363-9026View Website
Daufuskie Island Adventure with Vagabond Cruise (Winter schedule)
Wednesday, Jan 11, 2012 - Feb 29, 2012
This 4-hour excursion features a fully-narrated cruise to the island by our naturalist Captain aborad the Spirit of Harbour Town or Vagabond. Once on Daufuskie Island, choose from either the narrated Old Daufuskie Tour or rent a Fuskie Golf Cart and explore on your own. Both the Old Dafuskie Tour and golf carts rentals (based on availability) are an additional cost once you arrive on Daufuskie Island. When you return back to the harbour, enjoy a leisurely lunch at the Old Daufuskie Crab Co. before returning to Harbour Town. Reservations are required. Call for details & availability.
T: 843-363-9026View Website
Paula Deen Cruise - Spirit of Harbour Town
Thursday, Jan 12, 2012 - Feb 23, 2012
Vessel docks on River Street in historic Savannah, Georgia. Tour includes lunch at Paula's brother's restaurant, Uncle Bubba's Oyster House, a gift bag and a few surprises! Reservations are required. Call for details & availability.
T: 843-363-9026View Website
Beach Discovery
Thursday, Jan 12, 2012 - Mar 1, 2012
The tour, led by a docent with the Coastal Discovery Museum, includes a walk on the beach toward the Folly and time for hands-on study of the plants and animals of the barrier islands. Reservations required.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Exploring Pinckney Island
Thursday, Jan 12, 2012 - Dec 28, 2012
A brief historical and natural history overview led by a Docent with the Coastal Discovery Museum will be followed by a walking tour of this National Wildlife Refuge including salt marsh and maritime forest. Wildlife may include variety of birds, alligators and marsh inhabitants. Reservations required.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Historic Savannah Cruise - Spirit of Harbour Town
Thursday, Jan 12, 2012 - Feb 23, 2012
This high-speed transit to Savannah aboard the Spirit of Harbour Town allows over four hours to shop, sight see, take a trolley tour and find a restaurant for lunch. Disembark on River Street in Savannah. Passengers can ake advantage of exclusive arrangements for a discount trolley tour of historic district of Savannah. These tickets are sold on board during your cruise. Reservations are required. Call for details & information.T: 843-363-9026View Website
Spirit of Harbour Town Sunset Dinner Cruise (Winter schedule)
Friday, Jan 13, 2012 - Feb 24, 2012
Heated luxury passenger vessel with a grand dining cabin on the main deck offering panoramic window views at every table and an ever changing view of the Carolina Lowcountry. Outdoor dining on topside deck. Please call to confirm details & availability. Reservations are required.
T: 843-363-9026View Website
Ocean Dolphin Cruise with Vagabond Cruise (Winter Schedule)
Friday, Jan 13, 2012 - Feb 24, 2012
90-minute narrated ocean cruise through Calibogue Sound to the head waters of the Atlantic Ocean aboard the Spirit of Harbour Town or Vagabond. See the sights along the way and help spot the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin as they swim, play and feed with the tide. Reservations are not required. Call for details and availability.
T: 843-363-9026View Website
Salt Marsh Discovery
Friday, Jan 13, 2012 - Dec 28, 2012
As one of the most productive environments on the planet, the Salt Marsh functions as a filter and nursery for the coast. On this hands on tour, you will see live oysters, crabs and shrimp up-close. You will learn how to trap and harvest blue crabs, how marsh plants adapt to the salt water, and why we should protect this interesting ecosystem from a docent at the Coastal Discovery Museum. Reservations required.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Hilton Head's Patriots and Planters
Friday, Jan 13, 2012 - May 25, 2012
Learn from a docent with the Coastal Discovery Museum about some of Hilton Head's plantation era and about some islander's involvement in the Revolutionary War on this guided tour of this cemetery that dates back to the late 18th century. Reservations required. Please, no children under 7 years of age.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Honey Horn History Walk
Monday, Jan 16, 2012 - Dec 17, 2012
Travel back in time with the stories of Honey Horn's past 200 years. You'll learn about the planters, the northern hunters who visited in the winter, the islanders who worked on site and the Hack Family who lived at Honey Horn from 1950 until the late 1990s. This walk takes you past the places they lived and worked. Reservations required.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Exploring Pinckney Island
Tuesday, Jan 17, 2012 - Dec 18, 2012
Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
The Island's Story
Tuesday, Jan 17, 2012 - Dec 18, 2012
Learn from a docent at the Coastal Discovery Museum about our earliest residents, the plantation era, Gullah culture and about our modern development. Reservations required. Please, no children.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Garden Discovery
Tuesday, Jan 17, 2012 - Mar 1, 2012
Explore Honey Horn's five unique gardens on this walking tour. See nearly 100 varieties of Camellia, find out about the historical uses of plants in the Heritage Garden, watch how a Venus Flytrap works in the Bog Garden and learn how plant selection can attract butterflies or help with storm water runoff in your own yard at the Butterfly and Rain Gardens.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Forts of Port Royal
Wednesday, Jan 18, 2012 - Dec 26, 2012
Forts of Port Royal on Hilton Head Island: Learn about the area's early explorers and the importance of the island during the Civil War, Mitchelville, and the Steam Cannon. The tour, with a docent from the Coastal Discovery Museum, will visit the site of Fort Walker and other historical sites. Reservations are required.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Civil War Era
Thursday, Jan 19, 2012 - Dec 27, 2012
Civil War History: Hilton Head Island was home to thousands of Union soldiers during the Civil War. Find out from a Coastal Discovery Museum docent why they were here and how they spent their time. Historic photographs, maps and artifacts tell the story of Hilton Head from 1861-1865. Reservations required. Please, no children.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Hilton Head Gullah Celebration
Wednesday, Feb 1, 2012 - Feb 29, 2012
A showcase for the arts, crafts, foods and history of the Native Island Gullah people. Celebration events include a month long art exhibit, a gospel extravaganza, an Arts, Crafts and Food Expo, a National Freedom Day Celebration, a Taste of Gullah and De Gullah Playhouse. Come jine we on we island home!
Debut of Shaggalicious!
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Tommy Dargan Sims, Andre Delbos and Janelle Singer-Songwriter have combined their talents to create a power trio and they've called the band "Shaggalicious".
T: 305-407-5638View Website
LEND ME A TENOR at Arts Center of Coastal Carolina
Tuesday, Feb 7, 2012 - Feb 26, 2012
It's 1934, and Cleveland's premiere opera producer is about to have a nervous breakdown. The opening night gala is about to become un disastro gigantesco, because the womanizing leading man (called "Il Stupendo" by his adoring fans) has gone missing. Divas. Flings. Impresarios. Zealous bellhops. Jealous wives. All in this fast-paced, hijinks-fueled farce full of mishaps, miscues and mistaken identities. Winner of two Tony Awards, Time Out New York called Lend Me A Tenor "The most howlingly funny laugh machine to hit Broadway in years!"
Sponsored by Where to Go
Showtimes:
Tuesdays - Saturdays 8pm
Sundays 2pm (Feb.12,19 & 26) and 7pm (Feb.19 & 26)
T: 843-842-ARTSView Website
Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra - 30th Anniversary Pearl Showcase
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Celebrate the 30th Anniversaries of Forsythe and the Hilton Head Symphany Orchestra. Bring your friends and celebrate the evening viewing beautiful pearl jewelry. Sea Pines Center, Wednesday, February 9, 2012. Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres: 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Valentine's Ball - A Celebration of Southern History & Culture
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Valentine's Ball - A Celebration of Southern History & Culture Sponsored By Sons of Confederate Veterans. Food, Drinks, Music, Dancing, Silent Auction (including Civil War-era antiques and weaponry plus some fantastic jewelry items from Jewels By Jeffrey). Food, Drinks, Music, Dancing, Silent Auction and More! In recognition of the Sesquicentennial, Civil War era theme. Period dress encouraged, Black Tie optional. $125.00 / couple. Sons of Confederate Veterans is a 501-C-3 organization (All contributions are tax deductible). 5:00pm - 9:00pm. Call 843/842-6155 or contact Jeff at scvvalentinesball@gmail.com for more info.
T: 843-842-6155
Hilton Head Half Marathon
Saturday, February 11, 2012
The 10th Annual Publix Hilton Head Island Half Marathon & 10K/5K is Saturday, February 11th at 8:00am from Jarvis Creek Park
T: 843-757-8520View Website
Cooks & Books
Sunday, February 12, 2012
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
The palate-pleasing combination of signature food tastings from top local restaurants will be paired with well-known Lowcountry authors and topped with an exciting “The Heat Is On” chefs’ competition at Literacy Volunteers of the Lowcountry’s 6th Annual Cooks & Books, on Sunday, February 12, 2012 from 11:30 to 3:00 at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. The Westin is the proud Presenting Sponsor of the event.
Cooks & Books promises to be an afternoon of culinary delights and entertainment. Sonny Dixon of WTOC-TV Channel 11 in Savannah will serve as master of ceremonies. Admission to Cooks & Books is $15 per person in advance and $20 at the door. The ticket includes unlimited tastings, access to the Lowcountry authors, the chefs’ competition, “The Heat Is ON” and the opportunity to vote for a favorite tasting in “The Peoples’ Choice.” Tickets may be purchased online (see above) or by calling (843) 815-6616.
Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra
Monday, February 13, 2012
Daniel Meyer, conductor
Narek Hakhnazaryan, cello
Beethoven’s buoyant 2nd Symphony begins to break the bounds of the classical symphony; Haydn’s Cello Concertos were among the first to explore the capabilities of the cello as a solo instrument; and Walker’s Lyric has echoes of Barber’s Adagio.
George Walker: Lyric for Strings
Haydn: Cello Concerto in D
Beethoven: Symphony No. 2
Care Symposium
Friday, Feb 17, 2012 - Feb 19, 2012
The Renewed American Compact: Restoring the Constitutional Balance between the States, the Individual and the Federal Government
T: (843) 816-1806View Website
The Ant & the Elephant: a poetry seminar
Saturday, February 18, 2012
The Ant & the Elephant: a poetry seminar that "reduces the poem from Britannica to Pocket Book" with Starkey Flythe, Jr. @ ARTworks. Saturday, February 18, 10am to noon. Presented by the Poetry Society of South Carolina, the seminar is $10 for PSSC.
T: 843-379-2787
The Mary Green Chorale, This Shining Night
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Music of Bach, Barber, Bernstein & Ramirez To benefit NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) including outreach to veterans and military families A chamber chorus of select singers from the Lowcountry featuring Laura Sutton Floyd, Soprano
Alan Lathan, Tenor ? Richard Johnson, Baritone ? Thomas Vasil, Baritone
Russell Floyd, Guitar David Kimbell, Cello & Bass
Jonathan Davis, Piano, Keyboard & Organ
T: 843-681-2200
1st Annual Alpha Omega Keystone Club Rummage & Craft Sale
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Bluffton's largest yard sale that includes crafts, food and fun! Purchase your table & 10 by 10 space today for $25 by calling the Boys & Girls Club of Bluffton(843) 757-2845!
T: (843) 757-2845
Gullah Art Class
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Join Amiri Geuka Farris for a deeper look into his signature style. Explore how Gullah Geechee culture, traditions and colors blend together on canvas to tell the stories inspired by poetry. During this session you'll have a hands on experience as you create a 16x20 mixed media painting based on Gullah culture and Amiri's work.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Oyster Roast
Sunday, February 19, 2012
All proceeds from this event will support the Leadership 2012 Class project to provide a place for information about Mitchelville. Information on the site is desperately needed today. The Visitor Information Center would provide in-depth educational exhibits about the cultural history of Mitchelville. It would also be a gathering place for school class trips and a tourist point of interest. Approved by Hilton Head Island – Bluffton Chamber of Commerce Board of Regents Endorsement by Town of Hilton Head Endorsement by Board of Mitchelville Preservation Project.
Re-Nude
Friday, February 24, 2012
"Re-Nude" is a one-night only sale of new, original art by Lowcountry artists, and a party too!
Bluffton Self Help's RED APRON CHILI COOKOFF
Saturday, February 25, 2012
What? Red Apron Chili Cookoff When? Saturday, February 25, 2012, 10 am until 4 pm Where? Hilton Head/Bluffton, SC at Tanger II Outlet Center Hilton Head off Highway 278
T: 843-757-8000View Website
Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra
Monday, February 27, 2012
John Morris Russell, conductor
Benjamin Beilman, violin
Two of the great masterpieces of the Romantic Period; Brahms’ Violin Concerto makes the greatest technical and lyrical demands on the violinist and Rachmaninoff’s memorably melodic 2nd Symphony is the epitome of the romantic symphony.
Brahms: Violin Concerto
Rachmaninoff: Symphony No. 2
T: (843)842-2055View Website
Celebration of Paint and Water with Artist Lynda Potter
Friday, March 2, 2012
Artist Opening Reception for Lynda K. Potter exhibition “Celebration of Paint and Water”
T: 843-681-5060View Website
Jewels and Jeans
Friday, March 2, 2012
March 2, 2012,6 PM - 9 PM, The Country Club of Hilton Head, live/silent auction, fabulous food & music, cooking demo by ORCHID of One Hot Mama's.
T: 843-384-0979View Website
Wine & Food Festival
Monday, Mar 5, 2012 - Mar 10, 2012
In its 27 years on the Island, the Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival has grown from a small wine tasting to one of the East Coast's largest tented wine festivals.
Pre-Festival Events
January 27, 2012: "Uncork" the Festival
January 28 & 29, 2012: International Wine Judging and Competition
Festival Events
March 5-8, 2012: Great Chefs of the South Wine Dinners
March 9: Grand Tasting and Silent Auction
March 10: Wine and Food Festival at Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn
$45 per person
12-3pm
Admission includes a souvenir wine glass and access to all of the free tastings from the domestic and international wineries, vineyards, wine distributors and more!
T: 843-686-4944View Website
Hilton Head International Piano Competition
Monday, Mar 5, 2012 - Mar 12, 2012
The Hilton Head International Piano Competition held its first competition in 1996 and, since that date, has held a competition each year.
The 2012 Hilton Head International Piano Competition for pianists ages 18 - 30 will be presented March 5 - 12, 2012. The submission deadline for application to the 2012 HHIPC is September 30, 2011.
In 2011, the Competition held its first Hilton Head International Young Artists Competition (HHIYAPC) for pianists ages 13 - 17. With this new schedule, the Competition will present its HHIPC for pianists ages 18 - 30 in the even-numbered years (2014, 2016, 2018, etc) and the HHIYAPC for pianists 13 - 17 in the odd-numbered years (2013, 2015, 2017, etc.)
T: 843.842.5880View Website
Hilton Head Island St. Patrick's Day Parade
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day Hilton Head Style at our family friendly parade. Our parade is a family oriented event designed for everyone's enjoyment and participation. Spectators, in excess of 20,000 people, are always delighted with the antics of clowns, marching bands, entertaining Shiners', beautiful floats, and all the marching units and dignitaries. It is wonderful to see so many participants in this community event.
T: 843-384-4035View Website
Driving Miss Daisy
Friday, Mar 16, 2012 - Apr 1, 2012
Written by 1988 Pulitzer Prize-winner Alfred Uhry, Driving Miss Daisy explores the evolving relationship of an elderly Southern Jewish widow and her African American driver in this heartfelt ode to friendship and the bonds of aging together.
T: 843-842-ARTSView Website
Hilton Head Choral Society Presents The Vienna Choir Boys
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Vienna comes to HHI with a return visit by the world renowned Vienna Choir Boys. Known for their clarity of sound, diversity of repertoire, humor and musical excellence, the VCB performed to a standing-room-only audience here in Hilton Head in 2006.
Hilton Head Shamrock 5K Run
Saturday, March 17, 2012
The 17th Annual “Running of the Green”- The Hilton Head Island Shamrock Run will be held on St. Patrick’s Day Saturday March 17th. The fun and colorful 5K Run &?Health Walk will start at 8am in front of New York City Pizza at Heritage Plaza.
T: 843-757-8520View Website
4th Annual Marsh Tacky Beach Races on Coligny Beach
Sunday, March 18, 2012
The Gullah Festival's 4th annual marsh tacky horse races have been moved to March in 2012. March tides will better provide a safe quality race for horses; and allow spectators to see the races, meet the horses and talk to the owners. This event showcases the Marsh “Mash” Tacky Horses, which played an integral role in the survival of the Gullah people on Hilton Head Island. They were used for cultivating the fields, transportation and sports. At Christmas time, the Gullah men would have a horse race to determine who had bragging rights for the fastest horse on the Island. Make plans to attend! It's going to be bigger and better than ever!
Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Lunch, Fashion Show and Silent Auction Benefit for the Orchestra and Youth Programs Sea Pines Country Club Hilton Head, SC Doors open at 11:00 am Purchase tickets online at www.hhso.org or call 843-842-2055
T: (843)842-2055View Website
WingFest
Saturday, March 24, 2012
$5 Admission - 12 & Under Free. Food Sold Separately
Local Restaurants Cook Up Their Best Wings, Live Music, Kid Zone. Come Vote for Your Favorite Wing!
All proceeds benefit the Hilton Head Island Recreation Association Children's Scholarship Fund.
T: 843-681-7273View Website
Charleston Symphony Orchestra's Chamber Orchestra presents From Salzburg With Love
Monday, March 26, 2012
Works by Biber, Michael Haydn, and Mozart featuring the Charleston Symphony’s Charles Messersmith, clarinet; Jan-Marie Joyce, viola; and Yuriy Bekker, violin.
T: (843) 686-3945View Website
Hilton Head Choral Society's "Musical Masterworks"
Thursday, Mar 29, 2012 - Mar 30, 2012
Revel in "The Magic of Mozart" when the HHCS full chorus, orchestra and soloists present Missa Solemnis in C. This last piece of music composed by Mozart before he left Salzburg to live permanently in Vienna is a true classic, and honored the arc
2012 Low Country Heart Walk
Saturday, March 31, 2012
American Heart Association’s 2012 Low Country Heart Walk in The Promenade in downtown Bluffton. More than 1,000 walkers are expected to participate in the one or three mile walk. (843) 422-4542 or thelowcountryscheartwalk.org.
T: (843) 422-4542View Website
World's Largest Yard Sale
Saturday, March 31, 2012
The Hilton Head Island High School and The Island Packet present the World's Largest Yard Sale held Saturday, March 31, 2012, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., in the Hilton Head Island High School's parking lot, located at 70 Wilborn Road, HHI. The event is free and open to the public
T: 843-689-4811View Website
Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra
Monday, Apr 2, 2012 - Apr 3, 2012
"Music of the Night!" conducted by John Morris Russell. Tuesday and Wednesday, April 3 and 4, 2012. An Evening of Opera, Classical and Popular Broadway Music under the tent at Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, William Hilton parkway, Hilton Head Doors open at 6:00 pm, 7:30 pm Concert
HIlton Head Island Farmers Market
Friday, Apr 6, 2012 - Dec 7, 2012
The Hilton Head Island Farmers Market 2012 season will begin April 6 and go through December 7. Plan to attend for fresh produce, seafood, honey, baked goods and more. Enjoy breakfast or lunch in our Bistro Café.
T: 843-785-2767View Website
Easter Eggstravaganza
Saturday, April 7, 2012
Egg Hunt: 11am Sharp
$10 Admission Includes Activities. Parents and Grandparent Free of Charge. Food Sold Separately. Easter Egg Hunt, Blowup Rides, Music, Face Painting and More! All proceeds benefit the Hilton Head Island Recreation Association Children's Scholarship Fund.
T: 843-681-7273View Website
RBC Heritage
Sunday, Apr 8, 2012 - Apr 15, 2012
Tickets for April's RBC Heritage at Harbour Town are now on sale! Dates for the 44th annual RBC Heritage, the only PGA TOUR event in South Carolina, are April 9-15, 2012.
T: 843.671.2448View Website
Let it Regin: Film, Music & Fashion in celebration of the National Volunteer Week
Monday, Apr 16, 2012 - Apr 22, 2012
LET IT REIGN: Film, Music & Fashion in celebration of the National Volunteer Week, April 16 - 22, 2012 Celebrating People In Action: A Call to SERVE. A week promoting volunteerism, education, economic development, civil/human rights, health, spiritual, environmental awareness through film, music & fashion. Join community & celebrity guests at events to include: Panel Discussions . Film Screenings . Hair/Fashion Shows . Concerts . Community Gardening . MLK "Beloved Community" Sunday Service & Supper . March & Rally & much more. Advance ticketing, volunteer, sponsorship & vendor opportunities are available. Events will be held on Hilton Head Island and surrounding areas. Now casting for Music Video Production, National TV/Radio PSAs, Community Fashion Board & Community Choir! Visit www.StartReigning.org or call 843.882.7582 for more information.
T: 843.882.7582View Website
How to Succeed in Business Without Even Trying
Tuesday, Apr 24, 2012 - May 27, 2012
Fresh off a smash-hit Broadway revival, don't miss the proverbial mad men tackle 1960s corporate America in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. With the aid of a trusty self-help book, wily window washer J. Pierrepont Finch enjoys a riotous rise up the corporate ladder. Can he get the promotion, the corner office and the girl? One of the most popular and funniest musicals of all time and winner of 10 Tony Awards and a Pulitzer Prize.
T: 843-842-ARTSView Website
Seafood Festival
Saturday, April 28, 2012
The David M. Carmines Memorial Foundation announced that they will sponsor the annual Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival, April 28th that will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Shelter Cover Community Park. Admission is $5 for adults. Kids under 12 are FREE. Proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society, the M. D. Anderson Cancer Research Center, and the Island Recreation Scholarship Fund. At this year’s Seafood Festival over a dozen island restaurants will dish up their local and regional seafood specialties. There will also be an “Iron Chef” competition, local artists showcasing their talents, live entertainment, and a silent auction. Food and more food … Participating restaurants include: Hudsons on the Docks, The Chart House, Wreck of the Salty Dog, The Crazy Crab, Steamers Seafood, Street Meet, L’Woods, among others. Up to six local chefs will compete in the “Iron Chef” event, modeled after the TV show of the same name.
T: 8436817273View Website
The Art Market Juried Fine Art & Craft Festival
Saturday, Apr 28, 2012 - Apr 29, 2012
Juried fine art and craft festival: The 12th Annual Art Market at Honey Horn will bring over 85 artists from around the US to compete for prize money. The juried show is presented on the 68-acre historic property in the center of Hilton Head Island. All artwork is for sale, food and beverages are available and demonstrations will take place all weekend. Saturday hours are 10-5 and Sunday 11-4.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra
Sunday, Apr 29, 2012 - Apr 30, 2012
Arthur Post, Guest Conductor Zhu Wang, First Prize Winner of the Hilton Head International Young Artist Piano Competition performs Mozart's "Elvira madigan" Concerto and the orchestra presents Mozart's great Magic Flute Overture, Strauss' Polka-with gunshots from the percussion section!-Nicolai's charming Overture and Kodaly's whirlwind Dances of Galanta. Location: First Presbyterian Church 540 William Hilton Parkway Hilton Head Island, SC Tickets Prices: , , Purchase tickets online at www.hhso.org or call 843-842-2055
Blue Crab Discovery
Tuesday, May 1, 2012 - Sep 27, 2012
Brief description: Visit Jarvis Creek with a Museum docent to learn about the life cycle and importance of the Atlantic Blue Crab. Participants will have a hands-on experience of harvesting, cooking, picking and tasting. Reservations are required and may be made by calling 843-689-6767 ext 223 or online at www.coastaldiscovery.org
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Kiwanis Rib Burnoff
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Every year in May, the Kiwanis Club sponsors Hilton Head’s premier BBQ event at the Coastal Discovery Museum of Hilton Head. The fields at Honey Horn spring to life with the wonderful smells of hickory stoked fires, slow cooked ribs and pulled pork.
Hilton Head Choral Society's "America Sings!"
Saturday, May 26, 2012 - May 27, 2012
Celebrate Memorial Day week-end with all-American music from the HHCS chorus, joined by brass and percussion, at First Presbyterian Church. Featured will be colonial folk songs, patriotic tunes, and a special salute to our Armed Forces. This concer
Hilton Head Choral Society's "America Sings!"
Sunday, May 27, 2012 - May 28, 2012
Celebrate Memorial Day week-end with all-America music by HHCS, accompanied by brass and percussion, at Holy Family Catholic Church. Featured will be colonial folk songs, patriotic tunes, and a special tribute to our Armed Forces. General admission
Lowcountry Reptiles & Amphibians
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Join us at the Coastal Discovery Museum as we welcome Tony Mills, the Education Director for the LowCountry Institute, as he covers the natural history of many reptiles and amphibians commonly found in the Lowcountry. This will be an up close and personal session with these fascinating cold blooded animals.$12 adults, $7 child.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
HarbourFest
Thursday, May 31, 2012 - Aug 31, 2012
HarbourFest, a summertime event, is a longstanding tradition with vacationers and island locals alike at Shelter Cove Harbour. Traditionally HarbourFest has been accompanied by fireworks on Tuesday evenings. You'll find HarbourFest events happening June through August that include two performances Monday through Friday from Shannon Tanner at 6:30 and 8:00 pm, Cappy the Clown, and many other activites and entertainers. Bring the whole family to enjoy this exciting, kid-friendly festival!
T: 843-785-1106View Website
Turtle Talks and Walks
Tuesday, Jun 5, 2012 - Aug 30, 2012
An evening lecture and beach walk, with staff from the Coastal Discovery Museum, to educate participants about the threatened loggerhead sea turtle. Presentation given to entire group, then 2 groups of 10 proceed to the beach to examine the nesting habitat and nest sites. No guarantee of turtle sightings. No children under 4. Reservations required and by phone only at 843-689-6767 ext 223. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June through August only.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
Dig It!
Tuesday, Jun 12, 2012 - Aug 14, 2012
This fun, interactive family program, led by a professional archaeologist will introduce you to the field of archaeology. Particicpants will 'excavate' a simulated site, identify artifacts, and use real archaeological methods.
T: 843-689-6767 ext 223View Website
SHOUT! THE MOD MUSICAL
Monday, Jun 18, 2012 - Jul 29, 2012
It's the show Time Out New York said “rivals Jersey Boys for sheer fun!” Travel through the music of the 1960s in Shout! The Mod Musical, the show that brings back the smashing sounds that made England swing. With its heart on its sleeve and its tongue in its cheek, Shout! recreates the fashions, dances, hair and music of a generation. With a soundtrack full of all the hits – “To Sir With Love,” “Downtown,” “Say You Love Me,” and more – you won't want to miss this winking nod to the era of miniskirts and go-go boots.
Sponsored by Pink! & 104.9 The SURF
T: 843-842-ARTSView Website
NAMIWalks for the Mind of America 2012
Saturday, September 22, 2012
NAMIWalks for the Mind of America is an annual nationwide fundraising and mental health awareness program held in over 70 communities around the country, including right here in Beaufort County. Locally, we plan to raise $50,000 for NAMI Beaufort County.
SCBT Oyster Festival
Friday, Nov 9, 2012 - Nov 11, 2012
The Island Recreation Association and title sponsor South Carolina Bank & Trust will host the Hilton Head Oyster Festival on Fri., Nov. 9 from 4:30 pm to 9:00pm, Sat. Nov. 10 & Sun. Nov. 11, 2012 from 11 am until 5 pm. This two-day event will be held at the Shelter Cove Community Park and will feature a variety of oysters and shrimp, an assortment of beers from Budweiser and a collection of wines from Rollers Total Beverage. This family event features live music and a kid’s zone including moon bounces, carnival games, prizes and much more from Jumpin Jaxx. Thanks to Custom Audio Video, football fans can catch both the NFL and college games at the park. Captain Woody’s Bar and Grill is back again cooking up the best oysters and local shrimp. There will also be fried and stewed oysters. Other food sold like grilled chicken, hamburgers and hot dogs. All food is sold separately.
T: 8436817273View Website


































