Coastal Companion

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Santas of the Old World – Ponte Vedra Beach, Fl

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A most unique holiday exhibition will take place at the Cultural Center from December 2nd through December 9th, 2009, when Dannehl M. Twomey’s wonderfully creative “Santas of the Old World: Toys, Legends & Traditions” will be display. Dannehl creates Santas that appear to have been made in the 1800’s and sculpts each head individually and adds antique textiles and toys to create a unique Santa that reflects that time period.

Featured in Southern Living, Dannehl’s Santa figures are created to look as though they were created by your great-great-grandmother and handed down through the family for generations.

This exhibit will appeal to children and adults of all ages. The Cultural Center is open Monday through Friday, 9am – 5pm; Saturday 10am – 4pm.

For more information please call The Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach at (904) 280-0614 or visit www.ccpvb.org

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Jazz Fest at St. Augustine Beach, Florida

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Why not take a trip to the beach for the weekend?
In the summer we are used to enjoying free concerts at the Plaza in St. Augustine, or Music By the Sea. But on Saturday September 26th, and Sunday, September 27th, you can visit the beach to enjoy live jazz music. This year St. Augustine Beach is celebrating it’s birthday with many different events, and this is one of them.

There will be lots of food, music and most of all fun for the whole family. Local and regional jazz musicians will perform at the Pavilion. This is a free concert.

Saturday from 1 pm to 9 pm, Sunday from 2 pm to 6 pm. At St. Augustine Beach Pier Park, A1A Beach Boulevard, St. Augustine Beach, FL

For more information call 904-501-1253 or visit www.50thbeachbirthday.com

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Moonlight Mixer at Folly Beach Pier on Sept 25th – Charleston, SC

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The summer is winding down in South Carolina, but it’s not over yet. This is the last chance to dance under the stars on the Folly Beach Fishing Pier for the season. The final Moonlight Mixer of the season takes place on Friday, September 25 from 7pm-11pm.

Bring that special someone to the pier and dance all night to beach music and golden oldies! Lowcountry radio personality Rob Duren will be spinning our favorites long after the sun goes down. Food and beverages will be available for purchase on-site at Locklear’s Beach City Grill and the Gangplank Gift & Tackle Shop.

Rain date is the following Saturday, September 26. Tickets purchased in advance are $8 for Charleston County residents and $10 for non-county residents. Tickets purchased at the gate (if available) are $10. Only 600 tickets will be sold for each Mixer so get yours today! Advance tickets may be purchased at CCPRC’s Park and Program Services (795-4FUN).

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Beach, Boogie and Barbecue in Myrtle Beach 2009

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The fourth annual Beach, Boogie & BBQ Festival kicks off on Friday, Sept. 4, from 5-9 p.m.and  continues on Saturday, Sept. 5, at Grand Park, The Market Common from  10 a.m.-9 p.m.
This is the second time the family-friendly festival is held at Grand Park.

This festival will feature free live entertainment, wake board demonstrations and the Wheels at the Beach car show.

But for most festival-goers, the main attraction is the finger-lickin, lip-smackin’ food .

Two cooking events promise to attract the nation’s finest competitors: Anything Goes contest and tasting on Friday and the Official S.C. Barbeque Championship and Kansas City Barbeque Society Cook-off on Saturday.

“We are excited about this year’s lineup of events and are delighted to partner with the Omar Shriners again on the barbeque competitions,” said Amie Lee, MBACC director of festivals and special events. “The chamber is pleased to continue providing a free, family-friendly event for locals and visitors to celebrate Labor Day weekend, which concludes the 58th annual Sun Fun Celebration of Summer.”

For $5, festival participants can buy five tickets for sampling Anything Goes competition goodies on Friday. On Saturday and Sunday, barbeque sandwich combos will be sold for $6. Beer will be sold both days. Proceeds from these food and beer sales will benefit Omar Shriner charities.

Car Show in Myrtle Beach, SC
Car Show in Myrtle Beach, SC

The Myrtle Beach Car Club, organizer of Wheels at the Beach car show, will donate 50/50 raffle, silent auction and competition funds to Special Olympics of Horry County.
Here are some of the highlights of exciting events:

Friday, Sept. 4

Food and Arts/Craft Vendors, open at 5 p.m. – Food vendors will be selling a variety of eats, both sides of the lake. Select arts/crafts vendors will be selling jewelry, children’s clothing and other unique items, north side of the lake near the main stage. Most vendors accept cash only.
BBQ, BBQ, BBQ, 6 p.m. until supplies last – Barbeque championship competitors will sell their tasty offerings. A $6 combo includes barbeque sandwich, chips and soft drink. New this year: Tickets are no longer needed with cash only accepted. Proceeds benefit Omar Shriner charities. Both sides of the lake.

Anything Goes Contest and Tasting, 6:30 p.m. until supplies last – Sample dishes from shrimp creole to homemade ice cream and anything in between—anything goes! $5 for five sampling tickets. All proceeds benefit Omar Shriner charities. Football field, south side of the lake.

The Tams, 7 p.m. – Bring family and friends, chairs and blankets (no coolers allowed) and enjoy the legendary Tams, entertaining audiences for more than 40 years with a variety of music including the hits “Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy,” “What Kind of Fool” and “I’ve Been Hurt.” Main stage, north side of the lake. Free. TheOriginalTams.com.

Announcement of Anything Goes Contest Winners: Anything Goes, Best Booth, Best Dessert and Best Sauce, around 10 p.m. – Come cheer for your favorite team as the winners are announced. South stage, south side of the lake.

Saturday, Sept. 5
Official S.C. Barbeque Championship and Kansas City Barbeque Society Cook-off, 8-10 a.m. – Look on as the teams prepare their barbeque for judging of ribs, chicken and whole hog/butt. Football field, south side of the lake. Free.

4th Annual Wheels at the Beach Car Show, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. – Car enthusiasts can view more than 200 classic and antique cars and trucks organized by the Myrtle Beach Car Club. Vote for your favorite. Along Farrow Parkway. Free to spectators.

Food and Arts/Craft Vendors, open at 10 a.m. – Food vendors will be selling a variety of eats, both sides of the lake. Select arts/crafts vendors will be selling jewelry, children’s clothing and other unique items, north side of the lake near the main stage. Most vendors accept cash only.

Wake Board Demonstrations by Carolina Wake Sports, 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 6 p.m. – Witness thrilling stunts on Grand Park Lake. The free shows last about 30 minutes each. Visit the Carolina Wake Sports booth to learn about wake board lessons. CarolinaWakeSports.com.

BBQ, BBQ, BBQ, 11 a.m. until supplies last – Barbeque championship competitors will sell their tasty offerings. A $6 combo includes barbeque sandwich, chips and soft drink. New this year: Tickets are no longer needed with cash only accepted. Proceeds benefit Omar Shriner charities. Both sides of the lake.

Live Music, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Main stage, north side of the lake. Free.

Sea Cruz, 2-3:15 p.m. – Main stage, north side of the lake. SeaCruz.com. Free.

Wheels at the Beach Awards Presentation, 3 p.m. – Did your favorite car or truck win an award? Who won the 50/50 raffle? Get answers to these questions and more. All proceeds raised from the raffle, silent auction and competition will benefit Special Olympics of Horry County. Car show stage, north side of the lake.

S.C Education Lottery Grand Prize Giveaway, 4 p.m. – Visit their booth to buy a ticket and a chance to win the grand prize. Grand prize winner announced 4 p.m. Main stage, north side of the lake. SCEducationLottery.com.

Announcement of Official S.C. Barbeque Championship and Kansas City Barbeque Society Cook-off Winners, 5 p.m. – Learn which competitor will

earn the Grand Champion title and which competitors will receive prize money. Main stage, north side of the lake.

Sun Fun Celebration of Summer Closing Ceremony, 7 p.m. – Main stage, north side of the lake. Free.

Maurice Williams and The Zodiacs, 7:30 p.m. – Bring family and friends, chairs and blankets (no coolers allowed) and enjoy Beach Music’s Hall of Famer Maurice Williams and The Zodiacs. Their hits include “Stay,” which sold more than 8 million copies and was featured on the “Dirty Dancing” soundtrack, “Little Darlin’” and “May I.” Main stage, north side of the lake. Free. MauriceWilliams-Stay.com.

For more information, visit BeachBoogieBarbequeFestival.com or call (843) 626-7444/(800) 356-3016.

This is also Joe’s pick of the week, click here to watch the video now about Events for Labor Day Weekend, South Carolina

Beach, Boogie, Barbecue in Myrtle Beach

Jekyll Island Beach Music and BBQ Festival 2009

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Life’s a Beach, at least on Jekyll Island in August. This has to be one of our favorite “last-chance-to-enjoy-summer” events. Lots of fun with live music, barbeque, shagging lessons and lots more.

Last year we visited the festival and made a video.  (Click here to view our video from last year’s event Jekyll Island Beach Music Festival)

Barbeque Bash
This year the festival has added a Barbecue Competition to the package.
The competition is sanctioned by the Georgia Barbecue Association, so this should be the great spot for some great tasting food.

GiveAways
Now you can win a special VIP Package to Jekyll Island Beach Music and BBQ Bash.  Click here to participate and win four tickets to  Jekyll Island Beach Music and BBQ Bash

If you’re interested in competing or need more info about the event, check out Jekyll Island Beach Music and BBQ Bash website for the complete program.

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