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‘Tis the Season to Create, Celebrate, and Explore at Palmetto Bluff
This special event will showcase local artisans, feature live music, and offer delightful breakfast treats with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Finding Holiday Fun On the Island You Thought You’d Left Behind
Here’s the secret to entertaining literally anyone between the ages of 2 and 25: Get out of the house.
Ringing in the Season at Coligny
Hilton Head Island’s downtown is the coolest spot south of the North Pole
Big Fish Brings Big Heart to the HHCA Stage
In addition to the onstage and backstage efforts, HHCA’s fine arts program fosters student growth through mentorship and experiential learning.
Workin’ For The Weekend: Finding Today’s Classic Cars
“…his offerings here speak to a younger collector for whom nostalgia means driving a car that doesn’t connect to your phone’s Bluetooth.”
A Line In The Sand
I grew up in the 1980s. Nancy Reagan’s “Just Say No” war on drugs was ever-present.
Getting to 90: Part Two
“…none of that is as important as having a good heart, to be a good person. That is the greatest value that I expect from my children and grandchildren. That is what I try to live by. That is my ethos. To be a good person. To be generous – particularly when nobody knows it.”
Back in Black
Once again, Coligny reminds us all that Black Friday is the real happiest time of the year.
Into the Deep End
Ever the supportive father, Myhre did everything in his power to help his sons pursue music, whether that meant showing them the ropes, lending them equipment, or simply honing their skills.
October Songwriter Event to Support Governor’s School Mission
This year’s songwriters include Phillip Lammonds and Mel Washington, both veterans of this event, plus Erin Enderlin and Ty Graham.
Something Rotten!
Arts Center opens ’24-’25 season with hilarious musical
Rock’n’Ribs: Dishing Up Some Excitement For BBQ
Of note are Charleston’s Swig and Swine; Ubon’s Restaurant in Yazoo City, Mississippi; Pig Beach BBQ; and Brunswick’s Hootenanny’s BBQ (formerly South of Heaven). Beyond those rock stars are Peculiar Pig’s Marvin Ross and Spike TV star Brian Duffy.
Making Music for Everyone
Spotlight on the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra
Heavy Equipment
Whatever you do…do not ask these men to play ‘Freebird”
Fall Into Autumn With Pumpkins and Wagon Rides
Folks here have a love affair with October because we love a good party, we jump at any opportunity for forced family fun, and we live for the perfect photo op.
An Evening at the Theatre
The CH2 crew crashed the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina to film the latest in fall fashion on the set of “Something Rotten.”
Editor’s Note: The Music & Arts Issue
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The Groovy Disco Tekniks Dance Band
The group’s mission is to provide a fun night out
Dinner With Friends
Sea Glass Stage Company welcomes autumn with Dinner With Friends, a heartwarming yet poignant comedy about the complexities of friendship, marriage, and the ties that bind.
Taming the Wild Arts
Crescendo expands to salute wide array of creative expression
From Grunge to Grace
At her album debut concert, Cutchins will be joined by Grammy-winning musician David Cook from New York City, along with Charleston jazz heavyweights Lee Barbour on guitar, Brett Belanger on bass, and Ron Wiltrout on drums.
Silver Bells, Purple Rain
How the Hilton Head Island tree lighting became the biggest show in town
The Real Rock Stars
No one gets things shaking like the bass players.
Discover Your Inner Artist at The Art Cafe
It is truly a wonderland of art, with whimsical curiosities throughout the space. Visitors have the opportunity to meet Claudia Monet and Arty Van Gogh, two precocious birds that exchange chirping banter from their Victorian-esque cages in the back of the shop.
Roots and Rivers Returns
BlacQuity unveils its second celebration of community. “This year, the festival is set to be exceptionally energetic, with an expanded lineup of events and activities that I think festival goers will find captivating,” said BlacQuity Executive Director Gwen Chambers.
A Line In the Sand
So, my advice to any company, big or small, is the same advice I give to pretty much everyone on Facebook – no one cares who you’re voting for. Please shut up. But if you are offering cheap stickers, let me know.
Jekyll & Hyde: Ages-old story reflects current personal and societal conflicts
“Just get the help you need before it’s too late. This whole story is a cautionary tale, watching somebody’s fear and ego destroy them.”
Go Big or Go Home
Bluffton School of Dance Celebrates 25 Years
Center Stage: Erin McMahon
From tiny dancer to poetry in motion.
Musings from Across the Creek
Hilton Head Island: The Playground of My Youth
I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream
The dessert that unites us.
Palmetto Pride
Jeep Patrick carries Lowcountry banner to Clemson with his finish at First Tee National Championship.
Return of the Draft Kings
How the fantasy of football overtook the reality of football
Local Staycation
Locals Love Coligny!
Top Dawg Tavern’s
New Pie in the Sky Idea
Tiki Hut Renovation Preserves Its Iconic Vibe
Change can be scary. Evolution isn’t always an improvement…“It’s the only beach bar truly built on the beach and it’s been that way for many years. All we did was dress it up a little bit.”
Enjoy the Breeze!
Hop On, Hop Off, with Palmetto Breeze
A Line In the Sand: Man Vs. Bear
For the uninitiated, the debate originated where all divisive and pointless arguments start – on the internet. In it, people air their views on which option they’d prefer to wander into while lost in the forest – a man or a bear.
The Rising Tide of Harbourfest: 35 Years
Celebrating the timeless joy of a community coming together
SSTI’s ‘Gypsy’ Features Outstanding Talent From Across the Country
Southeastern Summer Theatre Institute (SSTI) was founded by Hilton Head’s Ben Wolfe, and has become a Lowcountry staple, and as synonymous with summer as the tunes of Gregg Russell or Saturday traffic on the bridge.
The Great American Trailer Park Musical
Looking for laughs? come visit the “Trailer Park”.
Keepers of the Flame
“Having learned this art form from my grandmother, I am excited to be able to share this incredible part of my culture with the residents and guests of Palmetto Bluff,” Taylor said.
Written in the Stars
Alliance Dance Academy sparks imagination in young performers
Surf Gods with Dad Bods
Come shred the gnar with the young beach bums who have matured into the island’s second wave of surfers.
The Next Generation: Where There Are Moms, There Are Children
Help save our sea turtles. Remember to:
Keep our beach clean, flat, and dark
• Use a red flashlight on your nighttime
beach walks
• Fill holes dug in the sand
• Knock down sandcastles before leaving
the beach
• Remove all personal belongings
• Place litter in the proper receptacles
Mermaid of Hilton Head Dives Into a New Chapter
One of the most anticipated features of the new store is the inclusion of a dedicated photography studio.
Ready Set, Explore!
Fusion of two dynamic adventure businesses broadens land and sea experiences
Terpsichore
The program takes its name from Terpsichore, the Greek muse of dance, and is always an audience favorite.
Sun City’s Chorus & Orchestra Club Marks Major Milestone
When audiences fill the 500-plus-seat venue this month, they’ll hear music from Andrew Lloyd Webber, Carole King, ABBA, and more.