When and What's Happening in April, 2017 on Hilton Head Island and the LowCountry

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WHEN & WHAT'S HAPPENING in April on Hilton Head Island and the LOWCOUNTRY​

March 31- April 8: Don't miss Fashion Week, March 31-April 8, 2017! The inaugural Chamber Fashion Week event, presented by the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, will kick-off at Friday, March 31 at Shelter Cove Harbor with Shop on the Dock, which will feature pop-up shops with local retailers, entertainment, signature Chamber Fashion Week cocktail, and the evening will be capped with a sunset toast to Chamber Fashion Week. For the following week, a slew of Hilton Head Island and Bluffton retailers will offer special events and discounts to celebrate the fashion of our coastal lifestyle. The week wraps up with a fashion show at Poseidon Rooftop Bar April 7. For a complete schedule of events and participating retailers, visit hiltonheadchamber.org.

April 1: Don't miss the Italian-American Club of Hilton Head Island Bocce Tournament on Saturday, April 1, 2017 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Shelter Cove Community Park. The Italian-American Bocce Tournament is one of the highlight events of our club and we want your team to join in the fun! Our bocce tournament precedes the annual Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival, kicking off the day of festivities at Shelter Cove Community Park. For more information, go to iachh.org.

April 1: Please join the Sea Pines Forest Preserve Foundation for from 4:30-7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, 2017 for Party in the Pines, a spring fundraising event that includes a picnic-themed menu, live music, and fun for the whole family. Proceeds benefit the capital replacement projects in the Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Tickets are $40. Contact Community Services Associates at (843) 671-134.

April 1: Mitchelville Preservation Project will debut their signature dinner and dance, Blues and BBQ, featuring Deas Guyz, on Saturday, April 1, 2017 at the The NEW Northridge Club, located at 435 William Hilton Pkwy., from 5-9 p.m. The event features a slow-cooked BBQ dinner paired with handcrafted desserts, prepared with traditional Lowcountry recipes prepared by Ruby Lee's. A cash bar will be available for beer, wine and spirits. Mitchelville's Blues and BBQ is a signature event and fundraiser for the Mitchelville Preservation Project. Proceeds from this event will support research and educational programs that provide deeper knowledge of the people that inhabited Mitchelville. Individual tickets start at $65. Tickets and table reservations are available at exploremitchelville.org or by phone (843) 255-7301.

April 3 - 14: Head over to the Sea Pines Beach Club on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14, 2017 from noon-2 p.m. to enjoy a variety of craft activities at the Sea Pines Beach Club. The activities will be for both children and adults. For additional information about the craft activities at The Sea Pines Beach Club, please contact The Sea Pines Resort Recreation Department at (843) 842-1979 or go to seapines.com.

April 3 - 12: Over the years, Gregg Russell has become a Sea Pines classic. From April 3-7 and 10-12, 2017, under the Liberty Oak in Harbour Town you'll find Gregg Russell entertaining adults and children alike. His concerts are not to be missed. Shows are free but there is an entrance fee to get into The Sea Pines Resort. For more information about Gregg Russell Concerts, go to seapines.com or contact The Sea Pines Resort Recreation Department at (843) 842-1979.

April 5 & 12: The Coastal Discovery Museum has announced a unique opportunity for this spring with a Dolphin Research Excursion on the May River. The cruise will be offered most Wednesdays in April from 10 a.m.-noon. The excursion will study acoustic communications between resident dolphins in the May River. While researchers from Dr. Eric Montie's Lab at the University of South Carolina Beaufort visually identify and record dolphin vocalizations, marine biologist Captain Amber Kuehn will share what we have learned about these fascinating cetaceans. The research goals are to determine abundance, location, and individual identification of dolphins in the vicinity of Montie's acoustic recorders that are deployed at three stations in the May River. Dolphins are protected by the Marine Mammal Protection Act (1972). Dr. Montie has a permit from the National Marine Fisheries Service, NOAA, and United States Department of Commerce to perform this research with bottlenose dolphins in the May River. The cost for the Dolphin Research Excursion is $55 per person (ages 10 and older only, please) and reservations are required by calling (843) 689-6767 ext. 223 or online at coastaldiscovery.org.

April 5: The Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn will host Al Segars, a veterinarian from South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, for the Manatees in South Carolina program on April 5, 2017 at 3 p.m. Find out when and where these animals visit our coastal waters. What is our impact on these marvelous animals? Are there laws restricting how we interact with them? Learn this and much more about these summertime visitors from Al Segars. $7 per person donation requested and reservations are required by calling (843) 689-6767 ext. 223. The museum is located at 70 Honey Horn Dr., with a temporary entrance on 278 eastbound between Spanish Wells Road and Gumtree Road. For more information about the Manatees in South Carolina program at coastaldiscovery.org.

April 5 & 12: Enjoy a fun night playing games and floating on a tube at the Harbour Town Pool while watching a movie and eating pizza with your family at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays through April 12, 2017. The pool will be heated. Cost is $17 for adults and $14 for children (ages 12 and under). Reservations are required and can be made by calling The Sea Pines Resort Recreation Department at (843) 842 1979. For additional information about the Poolside Movie in Harbour Town, go to seapines.com.

April 6: Join us for the annual Plaid ParTee on Thursday, April 6, 2017 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Rooftop Bar at Poseidon as we kick-off the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing on National Tartan Day, toast to the hard work of the Heritage Classic Foundation, and get a look at spring style with models from Chamber Fashion Week participants. Enjoy complimentary drinks by Tito's Vodka and Sea Glass Wines, hors d'oeuvres and entertainment. $10 for members in advance, $15 at the door, and $20 for future members in advance, $25 at the door.

April 6 onward: Music & Taste on the Harbour returns to Shelter Cove Harbour on March 30, 2017! Join us each Thursday through May 18, 2017 and dance the night away while enjoying live music performances and great food at Music & Taste on the Harbour, an outdoor concert and dining series. Shelter Cove Harbour restaurants will offer specially-priced light appetizers, wine, beer and cocktails. Music & Taste on the Harbour is from 6-9 p.m. each Thursday during the spring, weather permitting. No coolers or outside food are allowed, and limited seating is available so you are encouraged to bring your own chairs. Free admission.

2017 Music & Taste Schedule
Thursdays, 6-9 p.m., Weather Permitting
March 30 o The Headliners
April 6 o Deas Guyz
April 13 o The Headliners
April 20 o Target
April 27 o The Headliners
May 4 o Deas Guyz
May 11 o Target
May 18 o The Headliners
For more information, call Palmetto Dunes at (843) 785-6424 or go to palmettodunes.com.

April 8: Don't miss the EASTER EGGstravaganza on Saturday, April 8, 2017 at Shelter Cove Community Park, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Featuring one of the very BEST EASTER EGG HUNTS on Hilton Head, the EASTER EGGstravaganza is the perfect reason to get outdoors with your family this spring! There will also be bounce houses, concessions and all kinds of other entertainment and activities to enjoy. Food and drinks sold separately. Zipline, rockwall and bungee jumping sold separately. Admission is $10 for those ages 2-12 years and free for adults. For more information about the Easter EGGstravaganza, call the Island Rec. Center at (843) 681-7273 or go to islandreccenter.org.

April 8: Come out and enjoy World of Beer Hilton Head's one year anniversary on Saturday, April 8, 2017 from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. in Shelter Cove Towne Centre. WOB will be serving drinks while BIG STACK Slings some Q. It will be a great time! Bring the family and friends and enjoy some great beer and great food. For more information about the Brews and Qs World of Beer Anniversary party, see the Facebook event page.

April 8: Don't miss the 10,000 Egg Hunt: Shipwrecked Edition on Saturday, April 8, 2017 from noon-3 p.m. at Jarvis Creek Park. The second annual hunt is hosted by Grace Community Church! You don't want to miss it! There will be burgers and hot dogs and candy and over 10,000 (yes, 10,000) EASTER EGGS! Best of all, everything is free! The Toddlers Hunt is at at 12:30 p.m. and the Elementary Hunt (for ages 5-12) is at 1:30 p.m. For more information about the 10,000 Egg Hunt: Shipwrecked Edition, see the Facebook event page.

April 8: Don't miss the Spring Shop Hop at the Village at Wexford on Saturday, April 8, 2017 from 2-6 p.m. Enjoy a great afternoon full of fun for the whole family including; live music, the Easter Bunny (perfect for on-the-spot Instagram-worthy photos), special sidewalk sales, a bake sale featuring gourmet baked goods that will benefit Pockets Full of Sunshine, crafts for the kids and our first ever "Bunny Hop Trail" created for kids to fill their complimentary easter basket full of goodies from each of the Village of Wexford Merchants! The first 100 kids will be gifted with a basket they can use to collect goodies from all participating merchants! Egg-strordinary Bake Sale: While your shopping, be sure to pick up some baked goods at our bake sale while attending our Spring Shop Hop - all proceeds benefit Pockets Full Of Sunshine. For more information about the Spring Shop Hop at the Village at Wexford on, see the Facebook event page.

April 10-16, 2017, the RBC Heritage will bring famed golfer from all over to the Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island to compete in this coastal PGA Tour event. Don't miss South Carolina's only PGA TOUR event. The RBC Heritage takes place during the week following the Masters and continues the longstanding tradition of being one of golf's most notable tournaments. Get Your Plaid On and get tickets now! Passes and Badges are on sale at rbcheritage.com.
Event Schedule:

Monday, April 10 - Pro Practice Rounds
10 a.m. - Opening Ceremonies- 18th green
11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. - Monday Pro-Am Presented by Boeing
Tuesday, April 11 - Pro Practice Rounds & Coca-Cola Youth Day (All Day)
3-4 p.m. - Putting Contest
4:30-6 p.m. - Family Movie on the Heritage Lawn
Wednesday, April 12 - RBC Heritage Pro-Am
7 a.m.-6 p.m. - RBC Heritage Pro-Am
Thursday, April 13 - First Round
7:20-9 a.m. - Morning Starting Times
11:50 a.m.-1:30 p.m. - Afternoon Starting Times
Friday, April 14 - Second Round
7:20-9 a.m. - Morning Starting Times
11:50 a.m.-1:30 p.m. - Afternoon Starting Times
Saturday, April 15 - Third Round - Plaid Nation Day
8:30-1:30 p.m. - Morning Starting Times
12-2 p.m. - Plaid Nation Day Contests on the Heritage Lawn
After play - 8 p.m. - Concert on the Heritage Lawn
Sunday, April 16 - Final Round
7:30 a.m. - Sunrise Service
8:30-1:30 p.m. - Starting Times
Immediately following the close of play - Trophy Presentation on the 18th Green For more information, call (843) 671-2448 or go to rbcheritage.com.

April 14 & 16: Hop on the Easter Bunny Wagon Ride April 14-16, 2017 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. and go on a spring exploration of the Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Guests can enjoy refreshments with the Easter Bunny venturing out. Cost is $16 for adults and $13 for children. Reservations are required and can be made by contacting The Sea Pines Resort Recreation Department at (843) 842-1979. For more information about the Easter Bunny Wagon Ride, go to seapines.com/events

April 14: Surprise your children with a personalized, bright, colorful Easter Beach Pail filled with toys, activities and treats delivered to your home or villa by the Easter Bunny himself from Friday, April 14-Sunday, April 16, 2017. Reservations are required and the cost is $40 per pail. To place orders, call The Sea Pines Resort at (843) 842-1979. For more information, go to seapines.com.

April 15: kids under the age of 12 are invited to join in the Easter fun at The Salty Dog Café with the Easter Bunny and Jake the Salty Dog for the Salty Dog Annual Easter Egg Hunt from 10 a.m.-noon. Lots of prizes and candy, as well as face painting! The hunt begins at 10 a.m. Located in South Beach Marina Village, 224 S. Sea Pines Dr., inside The Sea Pines Resort. For more information, call The Salty Dog Café at (843) 671-2233 or go to saltydog.com.

April 15: Enjoy some island fun at The Salty Dog Luau with live music, kids' entertainment and special appearances from Jake the Salty Dog on April 15, 2017. The fun starts at 4 p.m. at The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village, 224 S. Sea Pines Dr., inside The Sea Pines Resort. For more information about the Salty Dog Luau, call The Salty Dog Café at (843) 671-2233 or go to saltydog.com.

April 16: Don't miss Easter Brunch at Alexander's Restaurant on Sunday, April 16, 2017 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.! Enjoy an appetizer buffet, entree to order and dessert buffet at $32 per person ($16 for children 12 and under). Limited seating available. For reservations, call (843) 785-4999 or reserve online at alexandersrestaurant.com.

April 16: Join us for Easter Brunch at the Old Oyster Factory on Sunday, April 16, 2017 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Easter brunch on the water! Your choice of three delicious courses, only $27.99 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Children's menu will also be available. Just a tip for our visitors: Easter is the same day as the Heritage golf tournament so the Island will be very busy! Make your reservations early! For more information, see the Facebook event page.

April 21: The public is invited to Hilton Head Island's Relay for Life at Shelter Cove Community Park on Friday, April 21, 2017 from 4-10 p.m. The theme for this year's event is "Paint the Lowcountry Purple!" At this celebration to benefit the American Cancer Society, there will be a cancer survivor's dinner, a luminaria ceremony, a cancer survivors' and caregivers' walk, games and activities for kids and adults, food, entertainment and a huge silent auction. Please join us and bring a friend. It's free and we welcome the entire community to join us in honoring survivors, remembering those those who lost their fight, and recognizing those currently battling cancer. For more information or interested in being a donor or sponsor contact Wendy Pollitzer at (843) 263-3216 or wendy.pollitzer@cancer.org at the American Cancer Society, and for more information about Relay for Life, or to register, go to relayforlife.org/hiltonheadsc.

April 23: Don't miss the First Tee of the Lowcountry Grand Opening on clock Sunday, April 23, 2017 from 2-5 p.m. This brand new, 16 acre facility on Gum Tree Road is complete with a six-hole par 3 short golf course (perfect for beginning golfers and senior golfers), two driving ranges, a nine-hole disc golf course, a one-acre fishing pond and two playgrounds for the kids!
National Touring Artists Cranford Hollow will be on the main stage, emcee is Monty Jett, golf demos, fishing fun for the kids and disc-golf demos will round out the day. Food and beverage will be available for purchase from Local Pie. For more information about tje First Tee of the Lowcountry Grand Opening, see the Facebook event page and to purchase tickets, go to firstteegrandopening.eventbrite.com.

April 26 - May 21: The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina will present the feel-amazing musical comedy smash hit, "Sister Act," which the "New York Post" calls "ridiculously fun" from April 26-May 21, 2017, at 8 p.m. on Tuesdays-Saturdays (with matinees on select Sundays). Featuring original music by Tony and eight-time Oscar winner Alan Menken, "Sister Act" tells the hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a wannabe Las Vegas diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a crime and the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look-a convent! Under the suspicious watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, Sister Act is reason to rejoice! Single tickets not yet on sale. Tickets for preview performances April 26-27, 2017 are $47 for adults and $33 for children 5-15; full priced tickets April 28-May 21, 2017 are $57 for adults and $39 for children. Performance dates subject to change. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina's box office at (843) 842-2787.

April 27 onward: Fire'em up and cruise in from 5-8 p.m. at the Shelter Cove Towne Centre every fourth Thursday of the month. This classic car show takes place on Shelter Cove Lane waterside overlooking Broad Creek. No costs, no reservations. There will be awards and a 50/50 raffle. This event is open to all automotive enthusiasts, locals and visitors. Plenty of shopping and dining within a one-two block walk.

2017 Schedule
Thursday, April 27, 5-8 p.m.
Thursday, May 25, 5-8 p.m.
Thursday, June 22, 5-8 p.m.
Thursday, July 27, 5-8 p.m.
Thursday, August 24, 5-8 p.m.
Thursday, September 28, 5-8 p.m.
Thursday, October 26, 5-8 p.m.
For more information about the Carolina Dreamers Car Club Cruise-In at Shelter Cove Towne Centre, go to carolinadreamers.info.

April 29: Nothing beats a classic burger! Find out why at the Salty Dog Burger Bonanza! The Salty Dog will show off their burger skills with Chef Herb's variations of this American staple. Enjoy live music, kids entertainment and special appearances from Jake the Salty Dog! Fun starts at 4 p.m. on April 29, 2017 at The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village, 224 S. Sea Pines Dr., inside The Sea Pines Resort. For more information, call The Salty Dog Café at (843) 671-2233 or go to saltydog.com.

April 29: Don't miss The Roaring '20s Gala Dinner, Dance and Auction for SFCS on Saturday, April 29, 2017 from 6-11 p.m. at the Sonesta Resort. To help continue St. Francis Catholic School's rich tradition of community, we hope you will consider attending their "Roaring '20s Gala." This is our main fundraiser for the school year. Last year, the gala raised over $73,000. Every dollar raised was channeled back into the school to continue to enhance the overall experience at St. Francis Catholic School. Please join friends, fellow parents and parishioners for a "Roaring '20s Gala" in celebration of their 20th Anniversary at the Sonesta Resort on Saturday with entertainment by the Ross Brown Band. Tickets are limited and are on sale now, in the school and church offices. Take advantage of their special early bird discount. Individual tickets will be on sale for $55 per person from Jan. 9-March 31, 2017. A $20 savings! After the early bird discount ends, tickets will be available for $75 per person. For more information, see their Facebook event page.

April 29-30: The Art Market at Historic Honey Horn, a juried fine art and craft festival will be held Saturday, April 29 and Sunday, April 30, 2017. The event will host 90 accomplished artists from the region and from across the country who will bring their best work to compete for $5,000 in prize money. Artists were juried into this show to provide a wide variety of fine art, photography, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, wood, and fiber arts. Rain or shine, the outdoor show is open to the public on Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. There is a $3 per person admission charge. Demonstrations will be held throughout the weekend. Food, beverages, ice cream and Italian ices will be available from Jack Frost. For more information about The Art Market at Honey Horn, go to coastaldiscovery.org.

Many thanks to friends Jane and Glenn Handley!