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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.

My Hair’s Gone Bad …and More

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my hair's gone bad“My Hair’s Gone Bad” by Natalie Daise

Natalie Daise exhibits her creativity through storytelling, writing, speaking and through mixed media. Her visual art might be seen on a wood panel, on a wall cabinet, a piece of furniture or almost anything imaginable. She is featured in an exhibit at Green Herring Art & Framing in Beaufort, SC March 15 – April 4. Contact Hank Herring for exhibit details: 843.812-6496.

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Her newest paintings include the following series:

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“March on Washington ’63” by Natalie Daise

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“Ain’t Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Roun” by Natalie Daise

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“Hand Over Hand” by Natalie Daise

Learn more about her dramatic performances, storytelling programs, workshops and speaking. Scan for her complete profile page.

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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.

Mothers Little Helper by Marie D Lewis“Mother’s Little Helper” by Marie D. Lewis, artist, speaker, trainer

 

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.

Confederate History Author to Speak at Calabash Gallery

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Sunset River Marketplace art gallery in Calabash, N.C. will feature author David Reavis at the next Coffee With the Authors presentation Thursday, March 7 from 10 to 11 a.m. Coffee, tea and breakfast treats will be served.

Formerly a treasury professional, Reavis retired from N.C. State Government in 2011 after 36 years of service, at which time Governor Beverly Perdue bestowed upon him the prestigious Order of the Long Leaf Pine award.

After retiring, Reavis decided to write a historical novel about his family during the Civil War. He has been doing genealogy research for over 35 years. He grew up in the Reavis Homeplace located in Vance County, N.C., built by Samuel Reavis in 1789, which is the basis of his book. In writing his first historical novel, the author says he was inspired by the resilience of the human spirit demonstrated by his ancestors who endured and survived one of the most horrific periods of America’s history. While the book focuses on his own ancestors, the experiences and emotions are universal to any family whose relatives have gone off to fight.

Sunset River Marketplace is a 10,000 square-foot gallery showcasing artists from both North and South Carolina. Almost 200 artists are represented in a broad range of style and genre. Visitors to the gallery are invited to enjoy gourmet coffee, tea and treats while viewing the many works on display.

Included in the space are a full service custom-framing department, a pottery studio, art classrooms for ongoing classes and national workshops, and a regional book section.

Coffee With the Authors events are free to the public; however seating is limited so reservations are required. Call 910.575.5999 to reserve seats.

Sunset River Marketplace is located at 10283 Beach Drive SW in Calabash, N.C. Winter hours are Tuesday through Saturday,10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Starting in April, the gallery will reopen on Mondays.

For additional information, visit the website at www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com.

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.

Get Your Trivia Now

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Meet author and Guinness World Record Holder

Trivia Guy Wilson Casey

Barnes & Noble, Spartanburg, SC, 1-4 pm, Dec. 1

Various works available including latest 2013 Golf Trivia daily box calendar.   A good idea to call ahead and reserve a copy of this and any other works, as last 5 appearances resulted in complete sellouts!

If you don’t want a golf gift, choose almost any other type of trivia content, and our Trivia Guy has published it. He’s available to emcee or entertain at your location too. Ask us for info: info@SpeakersInternational.com or send us your details and we will contact you.


Green Room to Feature the Art of Noel Scales

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The Green Room presents live art, spoken word, music and culture all under one roof.  The next event features Noel Scales September 22 from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Green Herring Art Gallery, 1001 Bay Street, Beaufort, SC.

 Musical performances by Amanda Diaz will be included, and many more regional authors and artists will sign their books, demonstrate and showcase their various styles of original art.

Scales is a spoken word artist, poet, student, mentor, pianist and vocalist. She is a 21-year-old rising senior at Temple University majoring in broadcasting telecommunications and mass media studies. She graduated from Philadelphia’s Girard Academic Music Program high school and has studied piano, voice, music composition and music theory at Temple University’s Music Preparatory School.  She has been performing since the age of 11 and was one of the Philadelphia Youth Poetry Movement’s poets featured in the 2009 HBO docu-series “Brave New Voices.” Some of her appearances include The Welcome America Fourth of July celebration, the Black Golf Legends luncheon, various events at The Clef Club of Jazz, The West Oak Lane Jazz Festival and the NAACP ACT-SO competition in Disney World (Florida) as a national competitor. Not only has she performed in many venues, but her poetry has been featured at The Arts Bank, 107.9FM, 100.3 FM the Beat, Power 99FM, 103AM talk radio, and 90.1 FM’s The Bridge. She also recently presented a workshop at the Abu Dhabi’s Women As Global Leaders conference.

The Green Room event is free and open to the public. For information meet the Green Herring Art Gallery owner Hank D. Herring  and learn about his varied original work and his collaborative events with diverse artists.

Visit www.mygreenherring.com or call (843)812-6496.

GRUMPS AND ROB HARTLEY

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guest post BY SUSAN GARREN PUBLICIST

Grumps is 106 years young…and he travels sometimes with Rob Hartley who is an international speaker as well as author. Rob has a mission to bring awareness to those with life challenges.

Recently I watched PBS News Hour Channel with Judy Woodruff Anchor Story… About hearing a call for hiring those with disabilities.

Rob stopped by… As he was heading to fly out and speak in Washington. You will never guess who might be some of his interesting traveling companions that may have TSA not sure what they were seeing as baggage went through…Brian, Emily and Rabbit Sign Language Dolls plus Grumps. I took their photos before he headed to the airport to his speaking event.

Sign language dolls a hit!

Tidbits about Rob Hartley
International Speaker
Author of “Love of My Pet” being released in a few weeks by Morgan James Publishing

Rob Hartley is “THE ULTIMATE OUT OF THE BOX EXPERT”…Not Any Ordinary Guy!

 Author
 Entrepreneur
 Motivational Speaker
 Started an All Blind Bowling League who became National Champions
 Creates Licensed Characters
 Mastermind behind the Sign Language Dolls Project donated to Deaf Schools across the Nation on Valentine’s Day
 Writes the Blog for Thelma The Guide Dog website
 Ventriloquist
 Heart for those with Disabilities

Meet Rob Hartley

Trivia Party with Wilson Casey

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Not just Trivia,
but Trivia with the Guinness World Record Holder!
 TRIVIA PARTY

 Bring Friends!   Fun Time!

 August 1

Liquid Assets Bistro

7:00 – 9:30 p.m.

FREE to Play!
Teams or Individual!  Prizes Galore!
2 South Main St., Inman, SC
Reservations Accepted: (864) 473-0101
Great Food!   Adult Beverages!
Big Event: 3 Rooms and Nice Bar Area!

Practice by reading Wilson’s daily trivia column in the Spartanburg Herald-Journal (pg A2) and over 500 others, and/or join TriviaGuy.com!   Truly gain an edge!

Full Slate of Guinness World Record Holder Appearances!

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