Coastal Companion

Your ultimate guide to the coast

First Wednesday Art Walk in Jacksonville – July 7, 2010

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The monthly art walk in downtown Jacksonville returns on Wednesday July 7, 2010 from 5 – 9 p.m. This month’s theme is Comedy & Drama.

The First Wednesday Art Walk is a self-guided tour of galleries and other venues in the downtown area. The downtown ambassadors are handing out maps in Hemming Plaza ( or Click here to download the map from our special page for First Wednesday Art Walk).

This is one of the best ways to spend an evening and explore the downtown area. If you haven’t had a chance to visit the art walk, and don’t know what to expect – watch our video on our special page First Wednesday Art Walk. You can also find more information about parking etc. on that page.

Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Festival – Mt Pleasant, SC

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Our area is rich in history and culture, and one of the most fascinating cultures is the Gullah Geechee. This weekend you can learn more about the Gullah Geeche culture at the Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Festival in South Carolina. This festival has the largest showcase of authentic sweetgrass baskets in the Lowcountry, but the festival offers music, arts and craft, storytelling and much more.
Click here to read more about the Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Festival in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina

Sun Fun Festival in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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School is out and it’s time to have fun in the sun! Many families head to Myrtle Beach for a getaway vacation, and this weekend Myrtle Beach has a big festival.

Every year Myrtle Beach, SC, celebrates the summer season with the Sun Fun Festival. This weekend it’s time for the big kick off event with a parade, free concerts, celebraty appearances, vendors, Jet Ski Championship and much more.

Click here to read more about the Sun Fun Festival in Myrtle Beach

Episode with Joe

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I’m always on the lookout for fun things to do on the coast from South Carolina, Georgia to Northeast Florida. Every week I’ll show my findings to you – sometimes you’ll agree, and sometimes I’m sure you’ll disagree with my choice.

If so, make sure to let me know – and don’t hesitate to submit your suggestions for things we should showcase in one of our upcoming episodes – send me an email to joe@coastalcompanion.com.

I’d also appreciate your comments below! Thanks!