Coastal Companion

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Gullah Geechee Nation International Music and Movement Festival – Charleston, SC

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Gullah/Geechee Artisans Reconnect Culture Through Crafts

The Gullah/Geechee Nation International Music & Movement Festivalâ„¢ brings together authentic Gullah/Geechee artists from North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida in a major showcase of the artistic skills of Gullah/Geechees that teach how their visual arts, music, dances, and songs connect to their ancestry in Africa. Over the course of three days in historic Charleston, SC in the Gullah/Geechee Nation, people will be able to purchase traditional items and participate in a number of performances and interactive educational workshops. The events will be at different locations on Friday, August 22, 2008. However, the main events will be held Saturday, August 23, 2008 and Sunday, August 24, 2008 at the Charleston Maritime Center at 10 Wharfside Drive from Noon to 7 pm.
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Beauties of America National Pageant – Myrtle Beach, SC

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If you’re noticing a lot of beautiful young women in Myrtle Beach August 21th – 24th, it might have something to do with this event. The most beautiful women are going to gather at the convention center for the Beauties of America Pageant. This pageant will crown the 2008 national queens at this year’s event.
Myrtle Beach Convention Center, call 513-218-5074 or visit www.beautiesofamerica.com for more info.

The Make Music Jazz Series – Myrtle Beach, SC

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Free live music directly across from Giada’s Cafe and Restaurant, located in St. James Square, one block south of 38th Ave and Grissom Parkway. Limited seating. Lawn chairs and picnics welcome.
Giada’s Cafe and Restaurant in St. James Square. Call 843-692-9662 x28

Bluffton Farmers Market – South Carolina

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Fresh, locally grown vegetables, fruits, flowers, plants and herbs abound at the Bluffton Farmers Market, a weekly community event where locals and visitors gather not only to buy excellent produce but also to enjoy delicious food, listen to entertainment, and relax with friends. Situated in a tree lined park along the lovely May River, the Bluffton Farmers Market is a family friendly happening that showcases local growers, local food vendors, local entertainment, and local information about the Bluffton / Hilton Head Island/ Sun City area.

Thursdays 3:00 – 6:00 pm
Through October 23, 2008
Bluffton Oyster Company Park
63 Wharf Street, Bluffton, SC
843-815-4411 or visit www.blufftonfarmersmarket.com

HarbourFest 2008 Continues in August – Hilton Head Island, SC

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Fun for Everyone during hot Summer nights at Shelter Cove Harbour with six nights of family-oriented activities and entertainment. The spectacular summertime celebration of HarbourFest-featuring food, arts and crafts, live entertainment and fireworks returns to Shelter Cove Harbour for its 21st season.As usual, the events at Shelter Cove Harbour are free and open to the public. Singer/songwriter Shannon Tanner, one of the Lowcountry’s most beloved performers, will perform nightly all summer long. His shows are a mixture of ‘60s standards and sing-a-longs, original ballads with lots of kids’ favorites and opportunities for the youngsters to come up and share the stage.
HarbourFest will continue on Tuesday nights through August 26th Activities run from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. nightly.