When & What's Happening at HH - July, 2012

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WHEN & WHAT'S HAPPENING in July 2012 in the LOWCOUNTRY​

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July – Ongoing:
Daily Alligator & Wildlife Tours in The Sea Pines Resort Forest Preserve hosted by the H2O Nature Center. (843) 686-5323 or h2osportsonline.com.
July – Ongoing:
HarbourFest at Shelter Cove Harbour features live entertainment nightly, plus unforgettable food, arts and crafts, Tuesday night fireworks and a flurry of fun activities. Family friendly entertainer, Shannon Tanner performs Mon.-Fri., with shows at 6:30 and 8 p.m. Cappy the Clown, and many other activities and entertainers will be on hand to enjoy as well. Bring the whole family to this exciting, kid-friendly festival! Plenty of free parking. Admission is free. Food, beverages and concessions sold separately. Located mid-island at mile marker 8, across from Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort. (843) 686-9098 or sheltercovehiltonhead.com.
July – Ongoing:
Enjoy live music on the deck, 5:30-9 p.m. at Hilton Head Brewing Co., 7C Greenwood Drive in Reilley’s Plaza. (843) 785-3900. hiltonheadbrewingcompany.com.
July – Monday – Saturday:
Wine Flights & Cheese at the Island Winery, 12:30-2:30 p.m. $10 per flight. 12-A Cardinal Rd. (843) 842-3141 or islandwinery.com.
July – Monday – Friday:
The Sea Pines Resort Golf Clinics for all skill levels at the Plantation Club, 9-10 a.m. or 3:30-4:30 p.m. (843) 842-1477 or seapines.com.
July – Monday – Thursday:
Wine & Cheese Happy Hour at the Island Winery starting at 4 p.m. Cover charge. 12-A Cardinal Rd. (843) 842-3141 or islandwinery.com.
July – Mondays:
Stoney-Baynard Ruins Tour in The Sea Pines Resort, 10-11 a.m. Reservations required. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.
July – Mondays:
“Where Does the Power Come From?” complimentary golf clinic and exhibition every Monday evening at 4 p.m. at the Jones course. Led by PGA Pro, Doug Weaver. Take advantage of free custom club fitting and swing evaluation every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Call (843) 785-1138 or palmettodunes.com.
July – Mondays:
The Tennis Center at Palmetto Dunes offers a complimentary exhibition every Monday night at 5:30 p.m. Come watch the pros play while enjoying complimentary cocktails or lemonade, door prizes and great fun. (843) 785-1106 or palmettodunes.com .
July – Tuesday – Sunday:
Gullah Heritage Trail Tours depart from the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Experience the Gullah culture of Hilton Head Island on a narrated tour. Reservations required. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 681-7066 or gullaheritage.com .
July – Tuesday – Friday:
Stan Smith Tennis Academy for ages 18 and up at the Sea Pines Racquet Club in The Sea Pines Resort, 9 a.m.-noon. Pre-registration required. (843) 363-4495 or e-mail jdeboer@seapines.com.
July – Tuesdays:
“Forest Preserve Walks – Indian Shell Ring” in The Sea Pines Resort, 10-11:30 a.m. Reservations required. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.
July – Tuesdays:
Kids can enjoy a FREE inflatable Bounce House at The Frosty Frog Cafe, 4:30-8:30 p.m., June 12-Aug. 14. The whole family can relax and enjoy Frosty’s large selection of frozen drinks and full bar along with a scrumptious menu including Frosty’s specialty pizzas and 22 HD TVs. Coligny Plaza, 1 N.Forest Beach Dr. (843) 686-3764. frostyfrog.com.
July – Tuesdays:
The Tennis Center at Palmetto Dunes offers a complimentary Tennis Demo Days are Tuesdays at 2 p.m. (843) 785-1106 or palmettodunes.com.
July – First Tuesday:
“Discovery Reptiles” program at the H2O Nature Center in Harbour Town, 3-4 p.m. Join the Master Naturalist and get up close and personal with Lowcountry reptiles. Reservations required. Lighthouse Rd. (843) 686-5323 or h2osportsonline.com.
July – Thursdays & Saturdays:
“Forest Preserve Walks – Old Lawton Rice Fields” in The Sea Pines Resort, 10-11:30 a.m. Reservations required. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.
July – Thursdays & Saturdays:
Ella’s, 1 Shelter Cove Marina, presents Local artist & producer Dean St Hillaire performing 8-11 p.m. (843) 785-3030 or ELASGRILLE.COM.
July – Thursdays:
“Farmers Market of Bluffton” Carson Cottages, Calhoun Street, Old Town Bluffton, 2-7 9.m. Farm fresh produce, delicious prepared foods, entertainment, cookbook signing, tips from master gardeners and more. farmersmarketbluffton.org.
July – Thursdays:
Forest Preserve Wagon Rides in The Sea Pines Resort, 4-5:30 p.m. Reservations required. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.
July – Fridays & Saturdays:
Kids can enjoy the tableside magic of Joseph the Musician during dinner, 6-9 p.m. at Hilton Head Brewing Co., 7C Greenwood Drive in Reilley’s Plaza. (843) 785-3900. hiltonheadbrewingcompany.com.
July – Fridays:
Hilton Head Island Farmer’s Market, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at The Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. The perfect place to buy fresh, locally grown produce. You choose your fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, seafood, flowers, preserves, pasta, breads, pies and numerous delectable treats. From farmers to beekeepers to artisans at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. 70 Honey Horn Drive. farmersmarkethiltonheadisland.com.
July – Fridays:
The Coastal Discovery Museum and the Heritage Library are pleased to announce a new tour offering on Hilton Head Island. Beginning June 8, guided tours of Historic Fort Mitchel at 10 a.m. Visit a well preserved example of a Civil War Era coastal artillery battery. Learn about what life on Hilton Head Island was like for northern soldiers during the Union occupation 1861-1866. Adults: $12 per person, Children ages 6-12: $7, no children under 6, please. Reservations are requested. Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org.
July – Fridays:
Social Shag Dance Night hosted by the Hilton Head Island Carolina Shag Club at Remy’s Bar & Grill, 6-9 p.m. 130 Arrow Rd. (843) 505-0152 or hhishag.com.
July – Sunday – Friday:
Gregg Russell Concerts under the Liberty Oak in Harbour Town, Every night except Saturdays, 8-9:30 p.m. Family-oriented singer/storyteller performs sing-a-longs, ballads and silly songs with audience participation. Complimentary. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.
July – Sundays:
ELA’s, 1 Shelter Cove Marina, presents Tim Malchak performing 6-9 p.m. (843) 785-3030 or ELASGRILLE.COM.
July – Last Sunday:
Dixieland Jazz Society of the Lowcountry New Orleans-Style Jazz Jam at The Jazz Corner in The Village at Wexford, 2-5 p.m. Free admission, minimum purchase for table seating. 1000 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-8620 or djslc.com.
July 1 – 29:
Shout – The Mod Musical! It’s the show Time Out New York said “rivals Jersey Boys for sheer fun!” Travel through the music of the 1960s in Shout! 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. 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 842-2787 or artshhi.com.
July 1 – 28:
Art League of Hilton Head presents “Exploring Textures” featured Artists, Barbara Miller and Marilyn Dizikes. Public Welcome. Walter Greer Gallery, located in the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Ln. (843) 681-5060 or artleaguehhi.org.
July 2, 3 & 6:
Broadway Choreography Workshop, 10 a.m.-12 noon. In this 3 day workshop, students will learn original choreography from Broadway shows past and currently running, such as Legally Blonde, Hairspray, West Side Story, Wicked and more. Intermediate to advanced levels only. $60. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Ln. (843) 686-3945, ext. 233. or artshhi.com.
July 3 & 6:
Musical Theatre Audition Technique, 1-3 p.m. In this two day workshop, singers will learn how to prepare for auditions. Classes will be held in the Black Box Studio Theater with a pianist. $55. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Ln. (843) 686-3945, ext. 233. or artshhi.com.
July 4:
Hilton Head Island 4th of July Fireworks! Harbour Town – will celebrate the fourth with a variety of festivities. Children’s activities, live music, food and beverage will be available as well as the fireworks display. The fireworks will begin about 9:15 (dusk) from a barge in Calibogue Sound. There is a $5.00 gate fee to enter the resort (unless you are a resident or guest staying on the resort) and a free shuttle service will be offered between Harbour Town and various parking lots in the Sea Pines Resort. No coolers, please. (843) 785-3333 or seapines.com. Shelter Cove Harbour – offers a HarbourFest celebration featuring special patriotic selections performed by Shannon Tanner at 6:30 and 8 p.m. The fireworks display will begin right after dusk. For the convenience of home & villa guests staying in the Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, the Palmetto Dunes Buggy will continue operating until after the fireworks display is concluded. (800) 827-3006 or palmettodunes.com. Skull Creek – Starting at 9:30 p.m., the fireworks will be launched from a barge in the Intracoastal Waterway/Skull Creek. Join Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks, Chart House or the Skull Creek Boathouse for live, outside entertainment beginning at 6 p.m. Of course, food and beverage will be available at all three locations. No coolers, please. Please remember that town ordinances prohibit the launch or discharge of fireworks within town limits and specifically from the beach.
July 5:
Barrier Island Discoveries Camp – Lowcountry Explorers, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Calling all young naturalists! Join us for a day of discovery as we explore Honey Horn to learn about plants and animals living in the South Carolina Lowcountry. Campers will tour the Karen Wertheimer Butterfly Enclosure, explore the Salt Marsh, learn about plankton through the lens of a microscope, and dissect an owl pellet. ($45 Members; $60 Non-Members) Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Space is limited and reservations are required. (843) 689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org.
July 6, 13, 20, and 27:
Fishing Camp at The Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, 70 Honey Horn Dr. An interactive day camp where kids learn the basics of fishing, crabbing, and shrimping. The program will help kids discover the sport of fishing and give them all the tools necessary to continue fishing for years to come. Ages 7-14. $35.00 per child. Reservations are required. (843) 689-6767 ext 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.
July 9 – 13:
Theatre Camp, Session 1! Make a cast of new friends during this fun-filled week! Campers will experience a mini-production and will not only be the cast, but will also be the production crew. Campers will be learning how to write scripts, understand and develop character, create sets, props, and design costumes. $150. Ages 9-14, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Ln. (843) 686-3945, ext. 233. or artshhi.com.
July 10Sweetgrass Basket Making Classes at the Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Dr. 10:30 a.m. Learn about the history of the Sweetgrass basket, one of the Lowcountry’s best known art forms, from a local Gullah basket maker. Then, try your hand at starting a basket of your own using locally found natural materials. The cost if $65 adult/$30 children (1st grade or older) and reservations are required by calling 843-689-6767 ext 223 or Coastal Discovery Museum.
July 11-13, 18-20, 25-29:
Beauty & the Beast presented by Main Street Youth Theatre at Hilton Head High School’s Visual & Performing Arts Center. (843) 689-MAIN (6246) or www.msyt.org. Or Get Tickets Now!
July 12:
HHI Ski Club monthly social to be held at World Game Bar and Pizza at Park Plaza, Friday, 5-7 p.m. Happy Hour prices and dinner optional. Members, Skiers and Non Skiers Welcome. Info Call Bev Moran (843) 681-4181 or hiltonheadskiclub.com.
July 16 – 20:
Take the Stage Performing Arts Camp! Join us as we honor the Arts Center’s summer production of Shout! Explore mod music and dance from the 60’s. In this camp students are exposed to a variety of performing art forms including theatre, dance, and music. $100. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Ln. Ages 5-7; 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Ages 8-12, 1-3 p.m. (843) 686-3945, ext. 233. or artshhi.com.
July 16 – 20:
Mixed Up Masterpieces Visual Arts Camp! We’ll explore famous works by artists such as Henri Matisse, Man Ray, Georgia O’Keefe, and Frank Lloyd Wright among others. Students will use both traditional and unusual materials to create their own 2D and 3D masterpieces. $100. Ages 5-7, 1-3 p.m. Ages 8-12, 10 am-12 p.m. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Ln. Ages 5-7, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Ages 8-12, 1-3 p.m. (843) 686-3945, ext. 233. or artshhi.com.
July 23 – 27:
Theatre Camp, Session 2! Make a cast of new friends during this fun-filled week! Campers will experience a mini-production and will not only be the cast, but will also be the production crew. Campers will be learning how to write scripts, understand and develop character, create sets, props, and design costumes. $150. Ages 9-14, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Ln. (843) 686-3945, ext. 233. or artshhi.com.
July 24:
Yostie’s Puppetry: Summer Stock The Drama of Puppetry, Ages 5-10, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Using mops, brooms, and dusting mitts, we’ll produce a fairy tale operetta with snippets of fairy tales and fables of long ago. Participants will create their own puppets and perform a musical with a little bit of foolish fun! $15 Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Ln. (843) 686-3945, ext. 233. or artshhi.com.
July 30 – August 3:
Five Days of Art Camp! Five days of art with five unique workshops! Sign up for individual days or join us for the entire week. $20 per class or register for all five sessions and save $10. Ages 5-12, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Ln. (843) 686-3945, ext. 233. or artshhi.com

Thanks to Jane and Glenn Handley for organizing this information.