ACTIVITIES & OPPORTUNITIES FOR FAMILIES VISITING
HILTON HEAD ISLAND & THE LOWCOUNTRY
January & February Calendar listings are at the end of this page
ADVENTURE COVE FAMILY FUN CENTER R Open every day offering a wide range of family activities. Choose from two world-class 18 hole miniature golf courses. The largest Video Arcade in the area, and more. Great for birthday parties & groups. 843-842-9990 www.adventurecove.com
A GUILD OF BLUFFTON ARTISTS 20 Calhoun Street in the historic Planters Mercantile Bldg. Open 10-4 Mon thru Sat. 14 artists represented. 843-757-5590
ART at the HILTON HEAD LIBRARY 11 Beach City Road. Continuous exhibits are displayed in the Corridor Art Gallery Monday thru Saturday during library hours. Another good reason to visit our fine library. If you are an artist, you may wish to exhibit your work there. The contact is Priscilla Pomazai, Information System Specialist. 843-342-9200
ART ACADEMY at the HILTON HEAD ART LEAGUE 106 Cordillo Parkway Offers classes in Acrylic, Oil, Pastel, Watercolor, Photography, Silver, Stained Glass & more. Class details: 843-842-5738 www.hiltonheadartleague.org
ARTS CENTER OF COASTAL CAROLINA GUIDED TOURS Thursdays 11am. Tours of the performing & visual arts complex 45 minute tour.(formerly known as the Self Family Arts Center) FREE 843-842-ARTS www.artscenter-hhi.org
ARTISTS DEMONSTRATIONS Hilton Head Art League Gallery Suite 207 in Pineland Station. Artist demonstration Saturdays 11-2pm. FREE 843-681-5060 www.hhal.org
ARTISTS MEET WEEKLY Wednesday nights at Picture This Gallery & Framing, 214 Chase Center, Intersection of Target & Arrow Rds. 4pm-7:30pm. Wine, coffee, tea and light refreshments. 843-842-5299
ART PROJECTS ArtWare in Main Street Village. Drop by any day Mon thru Sat. Create your own beaded jewelry at the bead bar. Birthday parties available offering crafts & other fun stuff . Ask about art parties for all ages. Fun shop. The latest: artists & art lovers can have their art work put on shoes: see www.artwaredesigns.com or Call Jennifer: 843-682-3400
AUDUBON NEWHALL PRESERVE Palmetto Bay Rd. Self guided tours daylight hours. 843-842-9246
BARBERSHOPPERS (The Barbershop Harmony Society) Visiting Barbershoppers or guys who just like to sing meet every Monday. 3:20-6:00pm. Country Club of Hilton Head. (No jeans please). (Candidates for the summer program at Clemson, call Mr. Tyrrell :843-681-9480 / Dr. Weymuth: 816-294-1330
BARBERSHOPPERS (SWEET ADELINES) Hilton Head Shore Notes rehearse Mondays at 7:00pm Island Lutheran church on 4400 Main Street. Guests & prospective members welcome. 843-681-3516
BEACH WALKS Tues, Wed & Thurs. Coastal Discovery Museum. Nature/ Coast walks. 843-689-6767 www.coastaldiscovery.org
BIKE HILTON HEAD 15 miles of paved trails in Sea Pines alone. Plus paved trails down Hwy 278 as well as throughout Palmetto Dunes Resort & Shipyard. Across the Palmetto Expressway with more paths being built. Please obey the little stop signs on the paths. We want you to be safe and enjoy your ride every day you’re here. Don’t forget the beach at low tide. Its the perfect place to ride with the hard packed sand. Enjoy our beautiful island.
BIRDERS PARADISE / PINCKNEY ISLAND EXCURSION Outside Hilton Head. 10am-2pm. Informative paddle around the wildlife refuge. Selected days. Reservations. Snack included. 843-686-6996 www.outsidehiltonhead.com
BIRDWATCHING with KAYAK HILTON HEAD From Broad Creek and Pinckney Island where you’re very close to Egrets, Herons, Ibis and more. Even Bald Eagles are often spotted. 843-684-1910 / 843-684-1912 www.kayakhiltonhead.com
BOAT CRUISE TO DAUFUSKIE on the CAPT. CALIBOGUE Departs Broad Creek Marina at 5 different times 10am, Noon, 2pm, 4pm & 6pm . (no gate fee). Enjoy a panoramic view of the homes along the way, watch the dolphins frolicking along side the boat, observe the waterfowl or just chill out and close your eyes for a while and catch some rays up top. Perfect for your conference attendees as a group activity); or as a family outing for your family. USCG approved for 149 passengers. Enjoy a fully narrated tour on calm waters to Daufuskie Island. Stay awhile and enjoy a self guided tour of the Island, Food available there or take your own picnic. On Tuesday nights, enjoy the Fireworks Cruise. You’ll have the best seat on the top deck. Perfect for practicing your camera prowess. Details: 843-342-8687 or 1-877-340-8496 www.thehiltonhead-daufuskieconnection.com
BOAT SAFETY COURSES Presented by the US coast Guard Auxiliary. Learn information on local waters, legal requirements for your boat, boat handling, line navigation and much more. Inquire about day courses as well as longer more intensive courses. ($$$Qualifies you for boating insurance reduction$$$) 843-705-5836
BRIDGE 8-A Port Royal Plaza offers lessons & a variety of games Monday thru Saturday. 843-342-7529
BROAD CREEK KAYAKING TOURS every day Leave from Old Oyster Factory, South Beach or Schillings Boathouse. 686-6996 / 342-3508 / 671-2643 www.outsidehiltonhead.com
CALHOUN STREET ART GALLERY 45 Calhoun Street in historic Bluffton. Housed in a lovely old restored residence from the 1930’s, this “new” gallery features some of the best local artists of the area. Open 10am-5pm Mon through Sat. 843-757-4278
CALIBOGUE CRUISES Take a trip back in time. Ferry tour to Daufuskie Island. Depart at noon, return by 5pm. Guided tours, golf cart rentals. Enjoy Daufuskie Island Deviled Crab, hot dogs, Specializing in private cruises and/or parties. 342-TOUR(8687) www.thehiltonhead-daufuskieconnection.com
CAR ENTHUSIASTS CLUB:CAROLINA DREAMERS CAR CLUB CAR SHOW meets the 4th Thursday March thru October. Main Street Village. 6-8pm Beautifully restored old street rods, muscle cars & collectibles. Expect to see 20-30 vintage cars, modified cars, foreign cars, original old cars and more. Be a part of the Popular Vote Judging. Food and beverages are available in the Village. Web site: www.carolinadreamers.org. Carolina Dreamers is dedicated to raising money for area charities and sharing their love of classic cars with the community. 843-705-3354
CAR ENTHUSIASTS CLUB: LOWCOUNTRY OYSTER & MOTOR DRIVING SOCIETY (LOMDS) meet 3rd Wednesday of each month for lunch. Members and guests meet to enjoy an array of classics, sports cars & collectibles. (Many club members enter their prize cars in the Concours d’ Elegance show held annually on Hilton Head the first weekend in Nov). Web site:www.lomds.com. Reservations: 837-4956
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM: THE SANDBOX: An Interactive Children’s Museum 18A Pope Ave. 10-5pm Mon-Sat. $5 admission.This is a non profit children’s museum dedicated to the positive development of young children through play. Your children will delight in exhibits created especially for them. The Loggerhead Sandcastle filled with magical sand, The Adventure, Wm Hilton’s ship filled with things to explore, an International Bazaar where little shoppers can buy & prepare meals, a room for dance, music, art & birthday parties, a bank, Charlie’s Perfect Playhouse, aquarium, and more. 843-842-7645 www.thesandbox.org
CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CLUB meet the 3rd Wednesday of each month at noon at the Country Club of Hilton Head in Hilton Head Plantation. You’ll meet warm, wonderful women who will be glad you joined them. Reservations: 843-681-9309
COASTAL DISCOVERY MUSEUM’S TALK & WALK PROGRAMS Honey Horn location. Mondays at 2pm & Thursdays at 10am: History Walk . A Walk in the Woods Tuesdays at 10am. Salt Marsh Discovery Friday 10am. $10 for adults.$5 for children. Walks last one to one 1/2 hours. More details: 689-3033 ex 221 www.coastaldiscovery.org
CRABBING with CRABBER J and the CRABBY CAPTAIN Depart Shelter Cove Harbour. You and your family will love it. Catch the most Blue Crabs and win the famous T-shirt. 785-4298
CREATIVE RETIREMENT CENTER Continuing Education program member-led under the auspices of USC-Beaufort’s Continuing Education Division. Don’t let your talents “retire” just because you did. No exams, grades or individual course fees. Traveling experiences, classroom & cultural opportunities. Make new friends, and keep your mind active. 843-521-4113.
DANCING Regatta Lounge at Hilton Oceanfront Resort. Live band Tuesday -Saturday. 843-341-8080
DAUFUSKIE ISLAND ADVENTURE and / or Dolphin Nature Cruise aboard “Vagabond”. Narrated tours and calm waters. Learn more about the island written about in “The Water is Wide” 843-363-9023 www.vagabondcruise.com
DAUFUSKIE ISLAND TOUR / LOWCOUNTRY DINNER Leave Broad Creek Marina by boat. Scenic tour of Daufuskie Island, a Lowcountry supper complete with an unforgettable sunset & Daufuskie Island Deviled Crab and more. 843-342-TOUR(8687) www.thehiltonhead-daufuskieconnection.com
DAUFUSKIE ISLAND TOURS with Outside Hilton Head. Personalized tours with trained interpretive guides who take you to the Island “back in time”. Trip includes boat transportation, club cart rental for use on Daufuskie, stops at all major historic sites including homes of local residents. 1-800-686-6996 www.outsidehiltonhead.com
DESSERT DEMONSTRATION with LUNCH Flora’s Italian Café in South Island Square (Hwy 278) Plan a private luncheon for your group. Flora will demonstrate how to prepare one of her magnificent desserts that you will be served. Perfect for meetings, ladies and mens groups. Several civic clubs & other groups on the Island have already discovered Flora’s for luncheon meetings. (The restaurant will be private for your luncheon meetings. Flora’s opens for dinner every night at 5:00 Mon-Sat.) 843-842-8200 www.florascafeofhiltonhead.com
DIXIELAND JAZZ SOCIETY of the LOWCOUNTRY meets at The Jazz Corner in the Village at Wexford the last Sunday of each month. For more information, got to www.djslc.com 843-842-8620
DOLPHIN ECO TRIPS aboard THE CAPTAIN CALIBOGUE Board at Broad Creek Marina (no gate fee). Six departure times daily. And five returns, so the flexibility will be easy to schedule for your family or group. Narrated trips both ways. Travel the calm waters aboard this mahogany beauty, The Captain Eulice, famous for attracting the frolicking Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins so playful in our calm waters. You can choose to just cruise over and back; or disembark at Daufuskie Island. Explore on your own or take a guided tour, rent a bike, a golf cart, enjoy Daufuskie Deviled Crab or a sandwich, walk the beach, whatever you choose. 843-342-TOUR(8687) www.thehiltonhead-daufuskieconnection.com
DOLPHIN SEAFARI Palmetto Bay Marina. Explore the beautiful calm waters surrounding Hilton Head. Throw a cast net! Pull a crab pot! Coast Guard inspected for 24 passengers. Great for a party, a wedding, or a good time. Daily cruises morning til sunset. They also do great kayak seafaris. Fun alone or with your family. No gate fee. 843-785-7131.
DOLPHINS! DOLPHINS! DOLPHINS! Kayak Hilton Head offers tours throughout the day lead by experienced guides and boat captains. Tour by boat (684-1911) or by kayak (684-1910). Calm waters. Great experiences! Take your camera! www.kayakhiltonhead.com
ECO TOURS with CALIBOGUE CRUISES Leave Broad Creek Marina by boat and enjoy a narrated tour on your way to Daufuskie Island. There you may tour on a club cart, or enjoy a trip back thru time on one of their buses. Stop at the general store for famous Daufuskie Deviled Crab. Browse their books and relic selections. Or check out the beach. 342-TOUR(8687) www.thehiltonhead-daufuskieconnection.com
ELEVEN ELEVEN CONTEMPORARY MODERN WORSHIP First Baptist Church on S. Forest Beach. Sundays at 11:11am. Call the Church office for more details. Ages 6 to 100+ are welcome. Childcare provided for children under six. 843-785-4478
FCC (FAMILIES with CHILDREN from CHINA) Meet 2nd Saturday 6-8pm St. Andrews by the Sea Methodist Church on Pope Ave. Free! Any family who has adopted a child from China is welcome to join. Any FCC members who are visiting the island are welcome as well. Support, fun & cultural connections for families who have adopted children originally from China. 843-686-5678.
FARMERS MARKET Mall at Shelter Cove in Center Court. May thru August on Thursdays 8am-1pm. Locally grown vegetables & fruits right out of the field. You won’t find anything fresher. Fresh picked corn on the cob. You'll find the ladies shelling peas and beans. Nothing better than fresh vegetables right out of the field or their gardens. 843-686-3090 www.mallatsheltercove.com
FARMERS MARKET in BLUFFTON Bluffton Oyster Company Park in Old Town Bluffton. 2-7pm Thursdays thru Oct 23. Local Produce including organic vegetables fruits, flowers, herbs and plants. There will be food for sale as well as entertainment. Begun just this year, the Bluffton Farmer's Market is an education as well as a wonderful treat for your children. Select the freshest vegetables, talk to the folks that actually grew the vegetables. A fun afternoon, and a great place to shop for fresh, healthy food. More details: Diane Fornari 843-785-7341 dgfornari@hargray.com
FLYING CIRCUS CATAMARAN SAILING CHARTERS Celebrating their 20th year. Limit 6 passengers. Great sailing & spacious privacy. Coolers welcome. Excursions tailored to your special requests. You’ll love the friendly & very knowledgeable captains. 843-686-2582 www.hiltonheadisland.com/sailing
GENTLEMEN’S DAY at Casa Blanca Salon & Spa. 124 Arrow Rd. (corner of Arrow Rd & Target Rd.) Wednesdays. Ask about special services for men. Details: 843-785-6245
GOLF SCHOOL @ THE ISLAND GOLF SCHOOL Golden Bear Golf Club. Full day & half day sessions as well as private sessions. Multi day schools as well. Instruction includes take home CD, an video analysis. Taking a few stokes off your game “priceless” www.islandgolfschools.com 843-686-3355
GOLF CAMPS for JUNIOR PLAYERS Golden Bear Golf Club. One and two day camps. Five day camps are also available. Monday thru Sunday. Everything you need to improve your game or to get you started in the right direction. On-course instruction, rules, etiquette. Make your Mom and Dad proud. And your golf team call your Captain 843-686-3355 www.jrpga.com
GOLF CLINICS Ocean/Sea Marsh Practice Range 9-10am and 3:30-4:30pm. Mon thru Sat. 843-363-4475 www.seapines.com/TDT
GOLF EXHIBITIONS with Rick Barry. Harbour Town Golf Links Tuesdays 4:00-5:00pm. Sponsored by Sea Pines Real Estate. 843-363-4485 www.seapines.com/TDT
GREGG RUSSELL ENTERTAINS UNDER THE LIBERTY OAK at Harbour Town in the summer. 8:00-9:30pm. Gregg’s a tradition at Harbour Town. Wonderful family entertainment. FREE! Every night but Sat night thru Sept 3. 363-4530 www.seapines.com/TDT
GULLAH TRAIL TOURS Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sat. 10am & 2:00pm. Sunday afternoons at 2:00pm. Travel by bus to visit 10 communities established during the Civil War. Interesting & educational. See parts of the Island you might not encounter otherwise, and hear wonderful tales and interesting stories. 843-681-7066 www.gullaheritage.com
HAIR BRAIDING at Funky Beach Surf & Streetwear. Beach Market just across the street from Coligny Plaza. Next to Hinchey’s & just steps from the beach. Call today for an appointment, and you’ll be the coolest kid in town. (Actually not for kids only, Moms look cool too) 843-341-3865 www.funkybeach.net.
HARBOURFEST Shelter Cove Harbour. Every Tuesday night thru the summer (thru August 21). Shannon Tanner performs. In addition, there’s art, food, fun and Fireworks at dark (usually about 8:30 or 9:00pm. (Get there early, or park at the Mall at Shelter Cove and walk over.) Fun for the family and a great way to spend Tuesday nights on Hilton Head. 843-785-1106 www.palmettodunes.com
HARBOUR TOWN LIGHTHOUSE LEGENDS TOUR You’ve seen it in pictures, on TV, its a universal landmark. Climb through time & explore the Island’s rich history in this self guided tour featuring a visual timeline that leads you all the way to the top with the Low Country’s most stunning views. Learn the history. Take your camera. Open every day 10am till sundown. Great gifts & souvenirs for your friends back home. 843-671-2810 www.harbourtownlighthouse.com
HERITAGE LIBRARY Courtyard Building. 32 Office Park Rd Suite 300. Open 9am-3pm. Mon, Thurs, Fri & Sat. A non-profit research facility specializing in historical & genealogical materials with special collections of information of interest to Lowcountry & SC residents & visitors. Library contains the compete work of the official war records of the Union & Confederacy (also known as “The War of the Rebellion”). 843-686-6560 www.heritagelib.org
HILTON HEAD ART LEAGUE WORKSHOPS Call for calendar & accommodations plus workshop packages. Visit the gallery in Pineland Mill Shops on Hwy 278 while you’re here. You’ll find beautiful art & meet some of island artists. 843-842-1477/1-800-945-8585 www.hhal.org
HILTON HEAD GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY meets at 10 a.m., 2nd Tuesday (September through May) in the Heritage Library, Ste. 300, Courtyard Building, 32 Office Park Rd. A variety of interesting programs to teach you how to trace your family’s heritage. 726-5271. www.heritagelib.org
HILTON HEAD ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY 11 Beach City Road. Large children’s library, Storytime Theatre, an historical room pertaining to the local area for research. Internet access to explore the Web free to island residents, and $2 per hour session to visitors. (Visitor cards available.) Public access to 3 of the most useful on line subscription resources. Great way to spend a rainy day should one occur while you’re here. 342-9200
HILTON HEAD HUMANE SOCIETY Off Spanish Wells Road at 10 Humane Way. Need the comfort of a furry friend? Visit. Open 11-4 Mon, Thurs, Fri, Sat and Sun. Open until 6:00 on Wed. A private, no-kill shelter taking in abandoned and stray animals. Stop in and pet a puppy or love a kitty cat. Call (843) 681-8686. www.hhhumane.org
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH ORGAN RECITALS 24 Pope Ave. 2nd Friday of the month. 12:30-1:00pm. Free! Occasionally instrumentalists will perform in addition to the organ. (2,619 pipes, 46 ranks, 4 manuals for those of you who appreciate that kind of information.) 843-842-2610 / 888.840.0152
HORSEBACK RIDING, PONY RIDES & TRAIL RIDES at LAWTON STABLES 190 Greenwood Dr in Sea Pines. Something for all the family. Meet “Peanut”, “Butter” and “Jelly”, the goat triplets and their friends in the animal farm. Enjoy a pony ride (for children 7 years and under), plan a pony party. Enjoy an escorted trail ride thru the scenic Sea Pines Forest Preserve. They also offer English riding lessons. Open every day. More details: 843-671-2586 www.lawtonstableshhi.com
ISLAND WRITER’S NETWORK meets the first Monday of each month 7:00pm at the Heritage Library 3rd floor Courtyard Building. 843-342-5339
ISLAND RECREATION CENTER 20 Wilborn Rd (near the Hilton Head schools and off Gumtree Rd.) Classes for preschool children on Thursdays (parents must stay with their child) A Mother’s Morning out on Mon, Wed & Fri (Mothers may leave their children) Themed Classes on Tues & Thurs. Ask about other special opportunities for your little ones. 843-681-7273 www.islandreccenter.org
JARVIS CREEK PARK Between Wal-Mart & the entrance to Cross Island Expressway. 11 acre fishing lake. Piers, floating docks, picnic areas, playground & room to enjoy a quiet morning or afternoon. Free. www.islandreccenter.org
JAZZ LOVERS CLUB of the LOW COUNTRY Coligny Theatre in Coligny Plaza. Doors open at 6:00. Show starts at 7:00. General admission $20. Members $5.(Become a member: Jazzloversclub.com. Print the membership form.) 689-9495
JAZZERSIZE FOR ADULTS Island Recreation Center Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri. 8:15am. $8 per class. Ask about other activities as well. 843-681-7273 www.islandreccenter.org
KAROAKE AT CASEY’S Tuesdays & Fridays 9:30pm at Casey’s Sports Bar & Grill. Make your singing debut on Hilton Head. (Looks good on you resumé.) 785-2255
KAYAK BIRDWATCHING TRIPS Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge with Cool Breeze Kayak Company. Morning, noon & afternoon trips available. 843-683-4040
LEGENDARY MINIATURE GOLF Two convenient locations: Hwy 278 next to Shoppes on the Parkway (36 holes) 843-686-3399 & 80 Pope Ave (18 holes) near the Coligny Circle next to Circle Center. Great fun for you alone or with your family and friends. Gentle breezes and fun and competition for all ages. 785-9214
LIFELONG LEARNING of HILTON HEAD ISLAND Peer-organized, peer-led and peer-taught selection of courses on a plethora of topics led by some of the best minds and educated members of this extraordinary community. Membership fee is $25. And a tuition charge of $45 for the fall and winter terms and $30 for the shorter spring term. Explore the possibilities at www.lifelonglearninghhi.org. Fill your free time with members who are passionate about living life to the fullest. Make new friends. Learning is a lifelong experience. Enjoy. More details 843-842-8250
LIGHTS OUT ALONG THE BEACH May thru October 10pm-dawn Protection of the Loggerhead Sea Turtle nesting and hatching season. Lights from your home or porch discourage the turtle from leaving the ocean to lay her eggs or to allow them to make their way back to the sea. It also confuses the baby turtles after they hatch, making them go toward the light instead of back to sea. Keep this magnificent creature reproducing and returning to our shores every year. Do your part to work with the Sea Turtle Protection Project administered by the Coastal Discovery Museum & The Town of Hilton Head. Details: 843-689-6767 / 843-689-3033 ext 224 www.coastaldiscovery.org
LOWCOUNTRY CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLE Explore the Civil war through guest speakers from across the country. Dinner meetings the second Wednesday of each month September thru May (no December meeting) at Bluffton High School, McCracken Circle, in Bluffton. Details, call Paul Bucklin, Pres.:705-5168
LOWCOUNTRY TWINS / TRIPLETS SUPPORT CLUB A community service club to assist parents who have twins, triplets or more. Details:Holly Sherburne 342-5084
MACRAME CLASSES at the HEMP SEED & HIGH TIDE BEADS Learn how to make hemp jewelry. Times & reservations: 843-686-HEMP www.thehempseed.com
MARICULTURE TOURS at the Waddell Mariculture Center in Bluffton. Tour the property, ponds, fish hatcheries and learn more about the important work being done at this SC Dept of Natural Resources facility. FREE tours Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri. Informal dress for walking an outdoor property will keep you most comfortable. (A great report for your children when they go back to school.) Check out their website:Google: Waddell Mariculture Center in “search”. Another interesting and informative excursion you won’t find many places. Take the entire family. Lots to learn. Please telephone in advance to let them know you are coming: 843-837-3795.
MEN’S NIGHT OUT Faces Day Spa & Boutique in The Village at Wexford. 5:30-8:00 every Monday. Faces becomes a male friendly environment with men’s magazines, pretzels, sports programs on TV, even beer from the Pub if requested. Massage, pedicures, manicures, all the spa features, but for men only. (And ladies, Faces is even open on Sunday.) 843-785-3075 www.facesdayspa.com
MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST meets every Tuesday at 7:30am at Stack’s Restaurant on Wm Hilton Parkway. (next to Red Roof Inn). You’ll meet a great group of men in the community who will make you feel very welcome. 843-785-8303
NATIVE AMERICANS on the SEA ISLANDS Thursdays 2:00pm. Coastal Discovery Museum. Wide variety of other educational programs throughout the week. Stop by or call:843-689-3033 ext 224 www.coastaldiscovery.org
ORGAN RECITALS at HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 24 Pope Ave. 2nd Friday of the month. 12:30-1:00pm. Free! Occasionally instrumentalists will perform in addition to the organ. (2,619 pipes, 46 ranks, 4 manuals for those of you who appreciate that kind of information.)843-379-5704/ 888.840.0152
OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE at USC-BEAUFORT A variety of classes including history, health, digital photography, art, music & much more are offered at both the North & South Campuses of USC Beaufort as well as various locations on Hilton Head. Membership allows you to take as many courses as you’d like. And think of all the new friends you’ll make. Life really is a lifelong learning experience. After you’re tired from all the golf & tennis your body can handle, call: 843-208-8247
THE OUTBACK TOUR Outside Hilton Head offers an awesome experience combining a back water boat ride with a kayak tour from Page Island. Offered Wednesday and Friday mornings 8am-1pm. www.outsidehiltonhead.com 1-800-686-6996 www.outsidehiltonhead.com
PAGE ISLAND OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER Outside Hilton Head offers kids programs, teen programs & adult corporate team building activities. See their ads for kids and teens programs, plus private tours between Page & Daufuskie. Ask about corporate camps for your business or youth groups. 1-800-686-6996 www.outsidehiltonhead.com
PAU HANA CATAMARAN offers the “environmentally friendly” way to see nature under sail. Calm waters. And comfortable seating, gorgeous views. Daily ”Happy Hour” sunset sails and dolphin watching sails on the Island’s biggest catamaran sailboat. Bring your own cooler or you may purchase soft drinks on board. Palmetto Bay Marina. Available for private parties. Reservations: 843-686-2582 www.hiltonheadisland.com/sailing
PHOTOGRAPHY CRUISES with Captain Larry Watts, Veterinarian turned Professional Photographer. “Doc” has been capturing the natural beauty of the salt marshes for many years. Let him share these years of experience as well as these beautiful areas with you. Go to his web site and click on the map to enjoy pictures shot from that spot on the map. www.LarryWatts.com. Bring your camera and be prepared for an entertaining, informative and beautiful cruise as you capture your own “suitable for framing” shots. Why not cruise over to Palmetto Bluff for lunch. Tailor your trip to suit your mood and/or your companion’s temperament (in case they’d rather be shopping or on the golf course). 843-290-2720/681-3728 www.LarryWatts.com
PINCKNEY ISLAND KAYAK EXPEDITIONS Two & three hour dolphin nature tours with Kayak Hilton Head. (The 3 ho trip gives you time to explore the Island with a guide. Departs Broad Creek location. 843-684-1912 www.kayakhiltonhead.com
PORTRAITS & PHOTOGRAPHY OF YOUR FAMILY Capture memories of your family or your children on the beach, at play, the way they’ll remember when you remember. See Where To Shop under “Portraits and Photography” for a list of very qualified & talented portrait artists and photographers. Stop by Legacy Designs Photographer’s lovely store in the Mall at Shelter Cove to see examples of their work. 843-686-3138 www.legacydigital.com
RIVER STREET EXPRESS aboard “Spirit of Harbour Town” Fastest NON STOP luxury passenger yacht to the historic waterfront in Savannah, GA. You’ll enjoy the view and the total comfort of your trip. And no speeding tickets, and no DUI. Enjoy all the fun & history Savannah’s River Street has to offer not to mention the fun of getting there and back safely. Ask about the variety of activities available while you are in Savannah. A visit to Paula Deen’s Restaurant, a carriage ride thru the famous squares in Savannah, shopping on River Street and much more. Enjoy a glass of wine or a drink on board as you travel the calm waters, not to mention the beautiful scenery along the way. River Street has to offer not to mention the fun of getting there and back safely. 843-363-9026 www.vagabondcruise.com
ROWING & SCULLING Sponsored by Palmetto Rowing Club. Lessons, clinics & instruction. New and experience scullery & rovers are welcome. Old Oyster Factory “Boat House” Men & women. 843-842-6984
SALONS OF BEAUFORT An Arts Council of Beaufort County Program. Alternating between The Sandwich Shoppe on St. Helena Island and the Craven Street Inn in Downtown Beaufort. Held the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Poetry, music, comedy or drama. 5-7pm. Call for the program, locations and details: 843-521-4144
SCHOONER WELCOME Take the helm or help raise the sails on this traditionally rigged, all wood schooner. Enjoy complimentary horse d’oeuvres. Sailing every day from Shelter Cove Harbour with no gate fee. The fireworks season is here and the Schooner Welcome is a great boat from which to see the fireworks. Be sure to take your camera. Great boat for weddings, receptions and unforgettable parties. New owners ready to make your trip one you'll treasure and long remember. 2.5 sails. 1-888-979-3370 www.schoonerwelcome.com
SEA PINES MONTESSORI SCHOOL TOURS Tuesdays. Celebrating 30 years of educational excellence, this Island preschool is for ages 18 months until lst grade. No appointment necessary. 843-785-2534 www.spms.us
SEA PINES TROLLEY SHUTTLE Beginning at 11am and departing every 20 minutes, its the easiest, most pleasant way to get to Harbour Town, the Sea Pines Center and South Beach Marina Village. Just park your car just inside the Sea Pines Gate off Greenwood Drive. Ride in air conditioned comfort and enjoy the view. Its free (after you get inside the gate). No parking worries. 843-363-5655 www.seapines.com/TDT
SHANNON TANNER SUMMER CONCERTS Shelter Cove Harbour June, July through August 22. 7-8pm & 8:30-9:30pm Mon thru Fri. 785-1106 www.shannontanner.com 843-785-1106
SHANNON TANNER “WACKY WIZZLE” CRUISE Shelter Cove Harbour. Search for Dolphin and other interesting creatures in the calm waters off Hilton Head every Thurs morning during the summer. Reservations: 843-785-4558 www.shannontanner.com
SHARE ACTIVITIES ADULT CENTER 6 Office Park Road. For the 50ish and over: offers a variety of programs: classes in photography, Spanish, French, calligraphy stained glass, scrapbooking, defensive driving, art, e-mail, wine tastings, walking groups, etc. Memberships provide 10-20% discounts with local merchants. If you come more than once a year, if you’re bored or just want to get involved in some new activities, you’ll find some wonderful new friends & outlets for your time. Call ahead before attending any classes, trips, seminars or events. Classes include computer basics, language classes, photography, arts and painting classes and much more. Ask what’s happening while you’re here. Open 8am-4pm. 785-4444 www.islandrec.org
SOFT PLAY AREA Mall at Shelter Cove. A place for your pre-schoolers to “feel at home” while you have refreshments or just rest a little from your shopping. Fun for your children and a respite for you. 686-3090 www.mallatsheltercove.com
SOUTH CAROLINA BAR SPEAKERS’ BUREAU No fees involved, and professionals can speak intelligently on a variety of subjects to your organization or program. This service is available statewide. The SC Bar has a membership of more than 11,500 lawyers dedicated to advancing justice, professionalism and understanding of the law. To request a speaker for your organization or learn more about the program, contact Jacque Riley 803-799-6653 or jacque.riley@scbar.org.
STAN SMITH TENNIS ACADEMY Sea Pines. Comprehensive flagship program for 3.0+ players. 9am-12pm Tuesday thru Friday. 843-363-4495 www.seapines.com/TDT
STARS & STRIPES SAILING CRUISE Cruise in comfort aboard the America’s Cup 12 meter sailing ship. Board in Harbour Town. 843-363-9446 www.vagabondcruise.com
STONEY BAYNARD RUINS WALK Selected days with Sea Pines Eco Tours. For schedule: 843-363-4530
SUNSET DINNER CRUISE aboard "Spirit of Harbour Town" 360degree sunset view. Delicious buffet. A great memory of your vacation. Departs Harbour Town. Full bar. Res: 363-9026 www.vagabondcruise.com
SUNSET PADDLES Enjoy the Island’s best sunset. Use the coupons. Wading birds, dolphins and gorgeous scenery. Don’t miss it. See Nautical Notes for listings
TREAT THE TROOPS.ORG Do something special for our service people in Iraq any time of the year. Send a check for $15 or $25 to The Cookie Lady. Mrs. Jeannette Cram and her team of cookie bakers will send your note, your business card and to our service men and women. The address is The Cookie Lady, Mrs. Jeannette Cram, 22 Wing Shell Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926. I won’t know you did it, but you will. (And if you can’t send that much, send what you can.) Go to their website. www.treatthetroops.org to learn more about their work.
VAN DER MEER TENNIS CENTER Dennis Van deer Meer is one of the world’s best teachers. He and his team offer clinics throughout the summer with intensive adult as well as children’s drills. Two locations: Shipyard Resort and Van der Meer Tennis Center on DeAllyon off Pope Ave. Weekends and full week classes. If you care about your game, sign up for one of his clinics. 1-800-845-6138 www.vdmtennis.com
VETERANS MEMORIAL Shelter Cove Community Park( Behind Shelter cove Plaza) Built as a tribute to the Veterans of the wars that have allowed us our freedom. The Town of Hilton Head has contributed more than $1.5 million in land & construction to the Memorial. The Veterans Coalition consisting of the HHI Council of the Navy League, VFW & MOAA have raised thousands of dollars to honor the veterans who gave devout service to our country. Visit while you are here and take time to reflect on their sacrifice. Walk around the park and enjoy its beauty. The Park has become the venue for most of the popular events we hold throughout the year. Winefest, Wingfest, Concerts in the Park, the traditional Memorial Day and Veterans Day services, and more
WEDDINGS on DAUFUSKIE ISLAND Your entire wedding party can be whisked away on the Captain Eulice, a 60 ft. beautiful, antique solid mahogany yacht or the Captain Rudy Thomas, with a beautiful panoramic view from the top deck to Freeport Marina, the gateway to Daufuskie Island. Drinks and hors d’ oeuvres on board as you travel the calm waters. Board at Broad Creek Marina (no gate fee and free parking), be married on Daufuskie Island, even spend the night in one of their air conditioned Daufuskie Cottages at Freeport overlooking the Intra-Coastal Waterway. The party can last all weekend. To plan your unforgettable wedding, call 843-842-8687 or Meg at 843-342-9283
WINE TASTINGS at Island Winery. 12A Cardinal Rd.(Look for the blue awning) Open Tuesday thru Saturday. 12:30-5:30pm. Made & bottled on Hilton Head from the grapes of some of the finest vineyards in Italy, Chile, Calif & WA State. Educational and great fun. Wine Tasting & Cheese Happy Hour Thursdays 4-6pm. $15. And new this year, Monday thru Friday 12:30-2:00 Wine Flights with Cheese $5.00. A bottle(s) of their wine makes a great souvenir of your trip to Hilton Head. Be sure to ask them to autograph your bottles for friends back home. The label is gorgeous and the perfect remembrance for wine lovers or for hostess gifts. 843-842-3141 www.islandwinery.com
WINE TASTINGS (AIWF) American Institute of Wine and Food) Meets the 1st Thursday of each month at Hilton Head Hospitality Offices in the Island Communications Building (next to Shore Beach Patrol) 115 Arrow Rd. 5:00-6:30pm. Taste, compare & learn more about the featured wines at this tasting. Horse d’ oeuvres will be served. Members $10. Non members $15. You are welcome to attend and enjoy this unique event. AIWF was formed by Julia Child and Robert Mondavi to share the pleasures of wine and food. Details about membership or just the opportunity to enjoy some outstanding wines, call 843-686-5808 www.aiwf.org
WOMEN’S ASSOC OF HILTON HEAD ISLAND Formed to promote the natural and cultural beauty of the island, support beneficial community projects and encourage communication among women of the area. Membership is open to all women living on Hilton Head Island and including Rose Hill Plantation. Join special interest groups: arts, bridge, sports, music, gardening, finance & many more. 843-342-7771.
THRU DEC 15 SHRIMPFEST at THE SALTY DOG South Beach Village. Celebrate the shrimp harvest at any of the Salty Dog restaurants in South Beach Village: Russian, Greek, Tequila, fried and more. Beginning at 4pm until close. 843-671-SEAS
THRU DEC 31 PUBLIC ART EXHIBITION Coastal Discovery Museum grounds. 20 20 large-scale pieces may be seen by leisurely strolling the grounds or participating in a docent-led tour. The sculptures are created in a variety of mediums from aluminum, wood, bronze, marble and represent a variety of styles from the literal to the abstract. Presented by the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, this is an occasion to honor and embrace Beaufort County and Hilton Head Island?s rich history and cultural influences. The goal of the Exhibition is to have the nationally-recognized jury select a piece for purchase to be contributed to the Town of Hilton Head Island?s growing public art collection. 843-681-9100
Thru JAN 28 MINIATURE ART SHOW presented by SOBA (Society of Bluffton Artists) corner of Church and Calhoun Streets in Old Town Bluffton. Over 90 artists will have their works on display, and these tiny works will add a new dimension to you home or office. Call 843-837-2318 for more details.
DEC 24 CHRISTMAS EVE Most churches will present special Christmas Eve services. Call the church of your choice to learn more. All churches welcome you for worship on this evening, and especially on Christmas Morning Dec 25. See page 27 for a list of many of the churches on the island and in the lowcountry.
DEC 24 CHRISTMAS EVE Make dinner reservations early. Many restaurants will close early to allow their employees the opportunity to be with their families.
DEC 25 CHRISTMAS DAY Most churches will have special services on this Sunday so plan to take your family to the church of your choice. See page 27 and call to be sure of the times of the various services.
DEC 30 NEW YEAR’S EVE A Saturday night and lots of partying going on. If you stay out late, take a cab home and be safe to join us in the new year to celebrate many more happy new years with us on Hilton Head. Check with the hotels to learn about parties and entertainment. See Happy Hours and Entertainment, pages 46 & 47, for possibilities for a night to celebrate.
JAN 1 2012 HAPPY NEW YEAR Island churches welcome you for the Sunday services. The bars and restaurants will welcome you for football games and/or special dining opportunities. And wishing you a prosperous new year. Hoping your new year brings you many blessings and happy times with your families and friends. Come back to visit with us even more in 2012.
JAN 1 BRETT & MICHAEL’S WORLD GAME BAR & GRILLE NOW OPEN! Park Plaza Suite 226. 33 Office Park Road.11am every day. World Class Game room, Video Games, Pool Tables. Beautiful room to entertain yourselves for hours. 10 Big Screen TV’s Brunch, lunch & dinner. 22 different draft beers. Entertainment for your teens, your friends, great party room. 843-342-5000
JAN 9 AIWF (AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF WINE FOOD) WINE TASTING . Corks on Hilton Head, next to Staples Office Supply, Taste, compare & learn more about the featured wines. 5:00-6:00pm. Hors d’ oeuvres served to compliment the featured wine. Members $10. Non members $15. You are very welcome. 843-686-5808 www.aiwf.com
JAN 14-15 PITTSBURGH BALLET THEATRE Arts Center of Coastal Caroina 14 Shelter Cove Lane. 8:00pm on Sat and 2:00pm on Sunday.. The world-renowned dance company will perform a selection of classic & contemporary dance, including “Step Touch,” choreographed by Dwight Rhoden from Fox’s hit dance show, So You Think You Can Dance www.tickets.artshhi.com. 843-842-ARTS
JAN 14 AAUW (American Association of University Women) MONTHLY MEETING Seabrook House, 300 Woodhaven Drive. Pat Cano, co-chair of the cookbook project for the Sun City Avant Gardeners Club, will speak on the cultivation & therapeutic uses of herbs. All are welcome. More details, call:843-341-6638.
JAN 16 HILTON HEAD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents THE CLARINET REVOLUTION First Presbyterian Church 540 Wm Hilton Pky. Program includes Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto & Haydn’s “London Symphony”, No 104. 843-842-2055
JAN 17, 24, 27 & 31 HERITAGE LIBRARY presents WINTER LECTURE SERIES Savannah Bank Building, 852 Wm Hilton Pkw. :-:pm. Bill Altstaetter, Chairman, History Studies will lead the series: PreColumbian Low Country, the island before the Europeans, English Colonial Hilton Head Island, Island life from William Hilton to 1776. For the complete series, check out www.heritagelib.org. Fee: Non-members, $10 individual, $15 couple. Members, $8 individual, $12 couple. 843-686-6560 for reservations.
JAN 18 & 25 HERITAGE LIBRARY presents STARTING FAMILY RESEARCH Savannah Bank Building, 852 Wm Hilton Pkw. 1:30-3:30pm. Learn how to research your ancestors. 2nd session Wed,January 25th. Fee: Non-members, $45, members $40. Winter class schedule: www.heritagelib.org. 843-686-6560
JAN 20-22 12 Annual SAVANNAH LOW COUNTRY HOME & GARDEN SHOW International Trade & Convention Center, One International Dr in Savannah. Admission price includes the entire weekend’s events. Complimentary gourmet food & wine tastings, and seminars and discussions. Pay once and return all weekend. 210-408-0998
JAN 21 WHHI TV CHEERLEADING CLASSIC Hilton Head High School Visual Performing Arts Center. Featuring more than 15 high school cheerleading squads from all over SC, the competition will take place Noon to 6pm. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased the day of at the event. The competition will also air on WHHI-TV in its entirety the week of Feb 6th (check local listings and whhitv.com for exact time)
JAN 23 STAR NIGHT presented by Coastal Discovery Museum. Honey Horn Plantation 70 Honey Horn Drive. 6pm. Led by Marie McClune and Kristen Mattson, learn how to “star hop” to locate other constellations in the Winter Hexagon. The program will start inside the Discovery House with a brief introduction before heading outside. The focus will be on the constellations Taurus, Canus Major, Canus Minor, Gemini and Auriga among others. The cold, dry air of winter offers the best viewing opportunities. Charge is $7 per person for this two-hour program. Bring a flashlight and a set of binoculars for the field portion of the program. Attendance is limited. Reservations are required. To register 843-689-6767, ext. 223 or www.coastaldiscovery.org
JAN 25 ENDANGERED SPECIES TRADE & BUTTERFLY SMUGGLING presented by Coastal Discovery Museum. Honey Horn Plantation 70 Honey Horn Dr. Learn the insides of the illegal trade of endangered species and the importance of the US Fish and Wildlife Service special agents that fight this trade. Investigative reporter Jessica Speart will present the program.Speart is the author of the highly acclaimed, and newly released narrative nonfiction book WINGED OBSESSION about the world’s most notorious butterfly smuggler. She also penned a ten-book mystery series featuring US Fish and Wildlife Agent Rachel Porter, as well as being a contributing author of the book THE ANIMAL DEALERS: Evidence of Abuse of Animals in the Commercial Trade. $5 per person. Reservations please, as space is limited. For an adult audience (12 and older). 843-689-6767 ext 223 www.coastaldiscovery.org
JAN 27 UNCORK THE FESTIVAL a prelude the illustrious outdoor wine festival presented annually on Hilton Head Island in march. Bomboras Grille and is fashioned after another popular wine activity called Open That Bottle Night. Reserve a space at this exclusive, limited seating event and to bring their special bottle(s) of wine to taste with friends and other attendees. Tickets are $35 per person and available online www.hiltonheadwineandfood.com 843-686-4944
JAN 28 SNOW DAY on Hilton Head Island Shelter Cove Park. 11am-4pm. $10 for ages 2-18. Adults get in FREE. Your family will love it, and its about the only way you’ll see snow on Hilton Head so bring the kids and come play. Sponsored by Hargray Communications for the benefit of Island Recreation Center’s scholarships.. www.islandrec.com
JAN 28 3rd Annual WHAT THE HECK IS THIS? presented by the HHI Chapter of the Archaeological Society of SC Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn 1-4pm. Two of South Carolina’s most distinguished archaeologists will be on hand to help decipher the history of any of your personal mystery artifacts. Based loosely on the “Antique Road Show” concept, anyone in the community who has unidentified archaeological artifacts is welcome to being them. Anyone who would like to display a prized artifact(s) from their collection at the event is also invited to do so. Jon Leader, South Carolina State Archaeologist and Eric Poplin of Brockington and Associates are committed to leading this first-of-a-kind artifact identification project on Hilton Head Island. Please contact George Stubbs, President of the local chapter, 843-363-5058, for more about the programs.
JAN 30 HILTON HEAD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents A SERENADE OF STRINGS First Presbyterian Church 540 Wm Hilton Pky. 8:00pm. Program includes Shostakovich’s First Piano Concerto featuring Edisher Savitsky and Barber’s Adagio for Strings 843-842-2055 www.hhso.org
JAN 31 CHAMBER MUSIC HILTON HEAD CONCERT Lowcountry Presbyterian Church Simmonsville Rd & Hwy 278 in Bluffton. 5:00pm. 843-681-9969
FEB 6 AIWF (AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF WINE FOOD) WINE TASTING . Corks on Hilton Head, next to Staples Office Supply. Taste, compare & learn more about the featured wines. 1st Monday of every month at Corks on Hilton Head. 5:00-6:00pm. Hors d’ oeuvres served to compliment the featured wine. Members $10. Non members $15. You are very welcome. 843-686-5808 www.aiwf.com
FEB 7-26 LEND ME A TENOR presented by the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina 14 Shelter Cove Lane. 8:00pm. It’s 1934, and Cleveland’s premiere opera producer is about to have a nervous breakdown. Winner of two Tony Awards, Time Out New York called Lend Me A Tenor, “The most howlingly funny laugh machine to hit Broadway in years!” www.tickets.artshhi.com. 843-842-ARTS
FEB 12 6th Annual COOKS & BOOKS presented by the Literary Volunteers of the Lowcountry Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. 11:30-3:00. $15 in advance and $20 at the door. The ticket includes unlimited tastings, access to the more than a dozen Lowcountry authors, the chefs’ competition, “The Heat Is On” and the opportunity to vote for a favorite tasting in “The Peoples’ Choice.” Sample gourmet food prepared by top restaurants in the Lowcountry. Mingle with Southern authors, purchase autographed books and watch a heated chefs’ competition. More details:(843) 815-6616 or www.lowcountryliteracy.org. (Begin the Cooks & Books weekend with an elegant Preview Party Friday, February 10 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Tide Pointe Enjoy a lavish dinner buffet, an open bar and a unique silent auction. Tickets are $75.)
FEB 25 RAZZLE DAZZLE ‘EM A CAPPELLA CONCERT presented by the Hilton Head Island Shore Notes Hilton Head High School’s Visual & Performing Arts Center. Featured guests are the HH Plantation Big Band and The Vocal Jazz Project. Tickets $15. Available at Burke’s Pharmacy, Pretty Papers, Markel’s and All Four Paws. Sponsors of the concert are Hilton Head BMW, First Federal Bank, Lang’s Heating & Air, Dr. Matthew Mastrorocco, Mangiamo’s Restaurant & Total Design Concepts. Part of the profits will be donated to the musical enrichment program at MemoryMatters.www.hiltonheadshorenotes.com
FEB 24-26 SHAGGING UNDER THE PALMETTOS ACSC Winter Workshop Crowne Plaza in Shipyard. Two days and nights of dancing, fellowship, enjoying the SC State Dance with old and new friends. Hosted by the Beaufort Shag Club. Welcome to Shaggers from all over the state. Shag workshop Saturday at 2:30 pm with Steve & Cathy Day. Please contact Kathy Bundy for details:843-521-3745.Email:kathy@bundyinc.com www.beaufortshagclub.com For reservations for the weekend, call and mention ACSC Winter Workshop:1-800-334-1881 or 843-842-2400 Fax: 843-842-9975
FEB 27 HILTON HEAD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents THE ROMANTICS: BRAHMS & RACHMANINOFF First Presbyterian Church 540 Wm Hilton Pky. 8:00pm. Program features Brahm’s Violin Concerto and Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Symphony. Lush and the epitome of the romantic symphony. 843-842-2055 www.hhso.org
MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW TO ATTEND THE HILTON HEAD WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL IN MARCH. SEE THE AD FOR MORE DETAILS. WINE DINNERS WITH FOOD PAIRINGS WILL EDUCATE YOUR PALETTE AS WELL AS DELIGHT YOUR TASTES. AND THE OUTDOOR WINE FESTIVAL ON MARCH 10 WILL BE A TREAT THAT WE HOPE WILL BRING YOU BACK AGAIN. ITS AN ANNUAL EVENT. YOU WILL NOT WANT TO MISS IT.
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