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Archives for May 8, 2008

“Shine A Light” Opens May 9th – St Augustine, Florida

May 8, 2008 by etalentino

Audiences are in for a treat when one of the world’s best-known rock n’ roll bands unite to bring together an extraordinary musical film event, “Shine A Light.” Directed by Martin Scorsese, viewers can see The Rolling Stones as never seen before through footage filmed at New York City’s famed Beacon Theatre and more. Special showings of the film will run at the IMAX Theater throughout May and June. For show times and ticket information, call 904-940-IMAX or visit www.wgv.com.

A Crabby Experience – Myrtle Beach, SC

May 8, 2008 by etalentino

Test your luck from the pier as we try to catch a variety of crabs and fish. Limited traps available for a $3 rental fee. Bring your own raw chicken for bait, or buy bait from the pier. Catch & release. Meet at Fishing Pier
Myrtle Beach State Park, 4401 South Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29575
Call 843-238-0874 or visit www.myrtlebeachsp.com for more information. of leaked sweetsoftfeet-tickling

9th Annual Dixie Chicken Funament – Myrtle Beach, SC

May 8, 2008 by Susanne Talentino

Harbourgate Marina will host the 9th Annual Dixie Chicken “Funament“ a multi species fishing tournament and fundraising event is sponsored by Damon’s Restaurant and the North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce.
Call 843-249-1637

Old Fort Jackson Bicentennial – Savannah, Georgia

May 8, 2008 by Susanne Talentino

Saturday, May 17th CHS will celebrate the 200th anniversary of Old Fort Jackson National Historic Landmark.  The event is Free and open to the public beginning at 5pm and running to 9pm.

There will be Fireworks, Music, Cannon Firings and of course Cake!
All-American foods such as burgers and hot dogs will be available for purchase (all proceeds going to support OFJ—Georgia’s Oldest Brick Fort). This event is generously sponsored by the Savannah River Pilots!
For more information, please call the CHS events information/reservation line at (912) 651-3673.

Piccolo’s Annual Block Dance – Charleston, South Carolina

May 8, 2008 by Susanne Talentino

Piccolo’s annual Reggae Block Dance is moving to a new location in 2008…Marion Square!  That’s right, the Piccolo Spoleto Reggae Block Dance that draws over 10,000 people is moving to the heart of the urban center of Charleston and will be more exciting than ever!  A Cuban Block Party the middle weekend of the festival will also be in Marion Square.  Parking is convenient at this new venue with several parking garages within easy walking distance of the park.  Of course King Street is home to Marion Square so you’ll be able to do some shopping right there adjacent to the park, have dinner or just head to the block party to buy some international festival food from the vendors on-site.

REGGAE BLOCK DANCE
Saturday, May 24, 2008 from 7-11pm
SLICE International headlines this annual outdoor music event favorite!  Enjoy the pulsating rhythms of the Caribbean as Piccolo brings African drumming, dance and reggae music to Marion Square.

CUBAN BLOCK PARTY
Saturday, May 31, 2008 from  7-11pm
The Jazz Artists of Charleston bring the sounds and flavor of Cuba to Marion Square with a concert featuring the Garage Cuban Band, followed by headliner Havana Son.

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