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Cooking Gullah with Veronica Gerald

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Veronica Gerald will be part of the 10-year anniversary celebration at Socastee Library in the Myrtle Beach, SC area July 24. She speaks internationally on the Gullah heritage, tells stories and presents original one-woman dramatic performances.

Contact us to host her programs at your location.

Check out the full schedule of library programs too.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SOCASTEE LIBRARY!

Socastee Library celebrates its 10th year in the present location with fun, food, and special events July 23,, 24, and 25.

Mystery Board Games                    Tuesday, July 23               9:00 – 1:00

Put your sleuthing skills to the test.

The “Real” CSI                            Tuesday, July 23     1:30 – 3:00

 Horry County Crime Scene Investigator Peter Cestare will share what really happens when investigating a  crime scene.

Murder Mystery Game         Tuesday, July 23         3:30 – 6:00

Pre-registration is required.

Reception                                      Wednesday, July 24 11:00

The library director and members of the community will speak about the role Socastee Library plays in the lives of the citizens.

Gullah Storyteller                    Wednesday, July 24 1:00

Veronica Gerald will present “Cooking with Gullah” in the library’s meeting room.

Mountain Music & Dance     Wednesday, July 24 3:00

Jeff Robbins is the presenter for this interactive program that promises to be fun for the entire family.

Second Stage Repertory Theater     Wednesday, July 24             5:00

Skits of all kinds will entertain.

Information Stations           Wednesday, July 24 1:00 – 6:00

Roam around the library to learn about origami, Brookgreen Gardens, our county museum, crafts, knitting, therapy dogs; participate in coloring, writing to our troops; and enjoy stories.

Word Games                                 Thursday, July 25              9:00 -1:00

Fill your morning with gaming fun from Scrabble to Boggle.

Poetry Café                                 Thursday, July 25              3:00 – 6:00

What would you do with an open forum to share your original work or that of your favorite author?    For this program, YOU are the presenter.  Poems, short stories, or songs may be shared.  There will be refreshments to wet your whistle and keep up your energy level.  You provide the creativity.

For more information, call 215-4700, email socasteelibrary@horrycounty.org, or stop by Socastee Library to speak to the youth services staff.

Early Bird Artist and Food Vendor Fee Offered for Labor Day Music & Art Festival

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Special discounted rate of $250 is offered for vendors who register by July 15.

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by Hank D. Herring

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce and the Native Island Business & Community Affairs Association are jointly producing the new event September 1 on Hilton Head Island. Both organizations have a long history of events celebrating the culture and lifestyle of the South Carolina Lowcountry and frequently focusing on the Gullah culture unique to the coastal area.

Food vendors and artists are asked to apply now for participation. Vendor space is $350 each after the early bird deadline, and space is available only by advance reservation. Vendors should provide their own tent, table, chairs or any equipment needed.

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“Looking Toward Beaufort” painting on glass by Hank D. Herring

For details and application, food vendors may contact Native Island Business & Community Affairs Association at 843-255-7303 or email nibcaa@aol.com. Artists may contact BeaufortBlack@gmail.com, download application at www.bcbcc.org or call 843-902-4799.

The first Labor Day Music & Art Festival is scheduled for Sunday, September 1, from Noon until 7 pm in Shelter Cove Park. Music will be announced.

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Green Herring Art & Framing Gallery announces “Hometown Glory” Show Opening

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Green Herring Art & Framing will present “Hometown Glory” featuring the works of local artist Dorneisha M. Batson. The public is invited to the opening reception to meet the artist July 5 at 6 pm and the artist celebration July 6 from 2 pm until 5 pm. The exhibit will continue until July 31. The gallery is located at 1001 Bay Street in historic downtown Beaufort. For more information contact gallery owner, artist and framing professional Hank D. Herring, at (843)501-1806.ArtShowFlyer copy

Batson is into acrylic painting with the impasto effect displaying her love of texture.  She also uses different mediums ranging from pastel to oils and watercolors, two dimensional or three.  The pieces she creates are bold and colorful and meant to make the viewer escape the world around them. Complete abstraction has always fascinated her.  When she begins to create she selects colors and music to match her mood, and then lets her utensil do the talking. What she ends up with is a piece that speaks her inner feelings and allows its viewers to interpret whatever they feel while looking at the work of art.

“I believe that fashion and art are one. They both demonstrate an individual’s inner feelings in an outward expression.  I have noticed that in my art I create as if I am designing,” Batson said.102_1277

She graduated from Park University in 2006 with a B. S Degree in Business Management and from the Savannah College of Art and Design in 2010 with a B. F. A. Degree in Fashion Design.

Born in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, Batson’s family relocated to Beaufort, SC in 1988.  Her grandfather was a pastor and immersed her in his teachings. Hearing the stories her grandfather told while preaching helped her get in touch with her inner spirit.   She also recognized the strength and beauty of her mother who always told her she could do whatever she put her mind to do if she worked hard enough. She now credits the family stories and teachings for molding her creativity and work ethic.

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Cultural Preservationist Ron Daise 1862 Circle Inductee

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Contact us to invite distinguished speaker and author Ron Daise for speaking on Gullah culture at your event . 

Iconic Historian Jack Thompson Speaks in Calabash

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Jack_Photo Myrtle Beach, S.C. historian, photographer and beloved local icon Jack Thompson, will make a presentation at Sunset River Marketplace  April 11 at 10 a.m., as part of the Calabash, N.C. art gallery’s Coffee With the Author series. His book, which is titled Memories of Myrtle Beach: a Pictorial History of the Grand Strand Through the Eyes of Jack Thompson, features over 175 Grand Strand images that take the viewer on a journey through the author’s life at the beach.JackT_wall

Originally from Greenville, S.C., Jack Thompson has been photographing Myrtle Beach happenings since he stepped off a bus and accepted a job at the Myrtle Beach Pavilion back in 1951. That was Jack behind the camera snapping “mug shots” at the Myrtle Beach Jail. He was there during the heyday of the Ocean Forest Hotel and he was there to witness its implosion. Last year the state of South Carolina recognized Jack as the Official Chronicler of South Carolina’s Grand Strand and celebrated his birthday, Sept. 21, 2012 as Jack Thompson Remembering Myrtle Beach Day in Myrtle Beach.

Jack admits to his love at first sight with Myrtle Beach. “ …She has an alluring charm about her … If you give in to her promise … she will cast a spell over you and fill your shoes with sand that will sweep into your blood and melt your heart. That’s Myrtle, she’s a lady and she has my number … and continues to call!”

During the Coffee With the Authors event, Jack will discuss some of his famous images including the now defunct local Ocean Drive dance joint, The Pad; the implosion series of the Ocean Forest; and chronicling the city’s Sun Fun Festival through its 60-year run.

The event at Sunset River Marketplace is free, but space is limited so reservations are required. Call 910-575-5999 or send an email to lassiter@sunsetrivermarketplace.com.

Sunset River Marketplace showcases work by approximately 200 North and South Carolina artists, and houses some 10,000 square feet of artwork in virtually every genre. Custom framing, painting and pottery classes and art workshops are also offered through the gallery. Since opening its doors in 2002, Sunset River Marketplace has supported not only the visual arts, but literary and performing arts, as well. It has become a popular community center and art hub for both N.C.’s Brunswick County and nearby Horry County, S.C.

Sunset River Marketplace is located at 10283 Beach Drive SW, Calabash, N.C. Regular hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call 910-575-5999 or visit the website: http://www. sunsetrivermarketplace.com.

Green Herring Hosts Art Show

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Green Herring Art & Framing at the Green Fish Gallery in Beaufort, SC will host Jan Spencer and Natalie Daise in a special exhibit opening with a reception March 15. The show opening from 6 pm – 9 pm is business casual dress. The public is invited to meet the artists on Saturday March 16  from 2 pm – 7 pm. For details call 843.379.1122.

Among the diverse art, see Jan’s signature piece, beautifully framed at Green Herring, “they joined hands,” and Natalie’s “Nothing is too wonderful” cabinet.

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Hank D. Herring, owner of the gallery, and Ida Valentine will have new work on exhibit also. See more about Hank’s work in the recent February issue of Iconic magazine. Ask him about new boxes created from found wood recycled into unique and usable art objects.

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painted fabric art by Ida Valentine

All of these talented professionals work in mixed media, and the original collages and found materials are sometimes surprising. The wide variety of styles and expressions also offers a wide price range with something for any taste.

Take a virtual tour of the Green Fish gallery.

Follow our company Facebook page for more views of their art and additional news of upcoming events.

Jan and Natalie both are also speakers and entertainers featured with Speakers International and are available anywhere in the world. Follow our blog for more event news, or contact us to schedule a show or host a program at your location.

We Be Women

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Meet a few of our featured artists, authors and speakers at the “We Be Women Artists” March 2013 month-long exhibit during Women’s History Month at Penn Center, Beaufort, SC.

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DSC_0233Patricia Bee, speaker, educator, author of Mama’s Pearls and Try’UmSee’s Wings

Contact us to host these and more talented presenters and artists at your location.

Elvis Events in Myrtle Beach

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March 8, Friday: THE KING SHAZAAM SHOW at FRESH BREWED COFFEE HOUSE, 933 Broadway St., Myrtle Beach, SC, 7-10 PM ELVIS AND MORE/OLDIES, Sinatra, Rat Pack, Country, BeBop, SPECIAL REQUEST NIGHT. Cover $5.

March 16, 9AM ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE, Main Street, North Myrtle Beach

March 21, the ELVIS FAN CLUB MYRTLE BEACH GRAND STRAND – NIGHT FEVER Retro Party Club, in MAGNOLIA PLAZA, NEAR THOROUGHBREDS  with KING SHAZAAM.

March 24 and April 21, ALABAMA THEATRE. “A Salute to Elvis and Country Legends” starts with Eddie Miles‘s salute to country legends like Merle Haggard, George Jones and others. Eddie then pays tribute to the King with a most accurate and enchanting delivery of Elvis’ hit songs.

April 18, ELVIS FAN CLUB MYRTLE BEACH GRAND STRAND meeting at PUTTERS PUB (formerly BAREFOOT RESORT BAR & GRILL)  No cover charge – meet at 6 PM and music starts at 7 PM. ALL TRIBUTE ARTISTS ARE INVITED!

 ULTIMATE ELVIS CONTEST APRIL 6 at Legends In Concert of Myrtle Beach, regular tickets are $39.95 and premium $44.95.

Let us know if you would like to host an Elvis event! 

A Tribute To The Civil Rights Movement

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Natalie DaiseA Tribute To The Civil Rights Movement

Feb 28, 2013 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Natalie Daise
Penn Center’s Darrah Hall, Beaufort, SC
Natalie Daise will perform a soulful tribute to the Civil Rights Movement. You probably know “Miss Natalie” on Gullah Gullah Island of Nick, Jr. the mother who with a song on her lips and a smile on her face, solves all the problems and loves all the children.
After the performance, attendees can visit the York W. Bailey Museum to view the exhibit: “Civil Rights Through The Lens of Cecil Williams”.
Tickets Purchased At Event: $25.00/Adult & $10.00/Student
Tickets Include Museum Entry & Light Refreshments
Contact Speakers International for Natalie’s programs at your location. 

Stress Guru Presents in Dubai

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Carol Spiers is an international stress management and employee well-being consultant. She helps groups learn how to bounce back from stressful situations created by competitive jobs and work demands. Her recent book is Show Stress Who’s Boss!

She will be speaking in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Qatar in February. 

Wednesday 13th February:  DIC Excellence Series:  1 – 2.30 p.m.  DIC #3, Thuraya Hall

Contact:  Rekha – Rekha.Setpal@dubaiinternetcity.ae

Wednesday 13th February:  Toastmasters:  Speak-a-Thon.  6 – 8 p.m. DIC #3, Thuraya Hall.  Contact: Manuel:   manuel_asali@yahoo.com

Wednesday 20th February:  Intelligent SME Workshops:  Ritz Carlton. DIFC.

4 – 6 p.m.  Contact Sandhya: editor@theintelligentsme.com

Saturday 23rd February:  Women’s Public Speaking Masterclass:  Holiday Inn, Al Barsha.  9 – 5 p.m.  Contact:  Sam – st@carolespiersgroup.co.uk.  Only a few places remaining.

Carol writes a weekly column for Gulf News.

Are you resilient? If you need some help, let us know and we can schedule Carol for your team.