When and What's Happening at Hilton Head Island and the Low Country in October, 2019

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WHEN & WHAT’S HAPPENING October 2019 on Hilton Head Island and the LOWCOUNTRY



Ongoing:
Learn how to play Pickleball, the fastest growing sport in the country, with daily clinics and round robins at the Palmetto Dunes Pickleball Center in Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort. Pickleball is a sport that combines the elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong. It is played with oversized ping pong paddles and a softball-sized plastic perforated ball that travels at about one-third the speed of a tennis ball. Courts and equipment available to rent. Reservations are recommended, call (866) 242-3169 or visit www.palmettodunes.com.

October 1- December 2: The Coastal Discovery Museum will host “Inspired Threads” by the Art Quilters of the Low Country in their gallery. The opening reception will be held on October 3 from 5-7 p.m. and everyone is welcome to attend. The quilters will have walks and demos on Fridays in October from 12:30-2 p.m.

‘Inspired Threads” celebrates Fiber Art and its unique ability, using various textures and quilting, to create the illusion of a 3rd dimension. This collection of over 50 works of fiber art is presented by the Art Quilters of the Lowcountry. The show includes artwork that ranges from large to small pieces and from abstract to realistic.

The Art Quilters of the Low Country are five award-winning fiber artists who share a passion for creating art using fabric and thread. The Quilters are 4 gals and a guy, Ron Hodge, Jody Wigton, Peg Weschke, Donna Stankiewicz and Shaaron Thomas.

The museum is located at 70 Honey Horn Drive on Hilton Head Island. (843) 689-6767 ext. 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.Map DataMap data ©2019



October 1-26: Eloquent Light Landscape Photography by Bill Bogle, Jr. at the Art League Gallery now open every day: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 12-4 p.m. and 90 minutes before every Arts Center performance. Artist Reception: Wednesday, October 9, 5-7 p.m. Enjoy refreshments and meet the artist. Free and open to the public. Gallery Walks: Saturdays, October 5 & 19, 5-7 p.m. Join the artist is a walk through his work. Bogle will discuss national and state parks on the October 19 gallery walk. Art League Gallery is located mid-island inside Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, 843.681.5060 or artleaguehhi.org.

Tuesday-Sunday: Gullah Heritage Trail Tours through 10 Native Islander neighborhoods established during the Civil War. Tours are Tues.-Sat. at 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.; Sun. at noon. departing from the Coastal Discovery Museum. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 681-7066 or gullaheritage.com.

Ongoing: Golf Croquet on the lawn adjacent to the Harbour Town Clubhouse in The Sea Pines Resort, 10 a.m. Equipment is available throughout the day. 11 Lighthouse Ln. (843) 842 1979 or www.seapines.com.

Ongoing: Trail Rides through the Sea Pines Forest Preserve with Lawton Stables. Meander through the preserve on horseback for the true feel of the untouched Lowcountry. Trail riders must be at least 8 years old. Reservations are required. (843) 671-2586 or www.lawtonstables.com.

October 1 & 2: Symphony Under The Stars, presents R. E. S. P. E. C. T. A Tribute to Aretha Franklin. The first woman inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Aretha Franklin, was an artist of passion, sophistication, and command. Her timeless recordings are anthems that define soul! John Morris Russell, Conductor.

This year the event will not be tented, it will be a true Symphony Under the Stars. It will be predominately lawn seating with limited tables each night. Lawn Seating: $25/person- Bring your own chairs, blankets, and food for a great evening! Reserved Table Seating: $50/person (10 seats per table) – Only 20 Tables Will Be Sold Each Night! Food Trucks will be available for purchasing food and drink. Open 6 p.m. Concert 7:30 p.m. Bluffton Oscar Frazier Park, 77 Shults Rd. Please note: No glass bottles are permitted in the park. There is no rain make-up date. Tickets are available online at www.hhso.org or by calling

Wednesdays: 2019 Historic Bike Tours! Family-oriented bike tours of historic sites on Squire Pope Road. Hear the story of the Fishing Co-op and their victory over the development of a chemical plant on Victoria Bluff. See a Gullah Cemetery and an ancient Shell Ring, the Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island, and see the tabby ruins of Cotton Hope Plantation–all with a knowledgeable tour guide. This tour is 2.8 miles in length. No children under 10, please. Bike & Helmet Included! Tours cancelled and refunded on rain days. Your tour guide will make that determination at the park at the time of departure. Helmets and bike waivers are required. Click here for a copy of the bike waiver. Please complete one for each person and bring with you. Please present your tickets to the tour guide. 10 a.m. Meet at the Hilton Head Island Community Park, 137 Squire Pope Road (Sailing and Rowing Center). Admission is $15 per adult, $10 per child (ages 10 and up only) with your own bike, or $25 per adult and $20 per child if bikes are provided. Click here to register online or call the Heritage Library at (843) 686-6560

October 2: Paradise – Memories of Hilton Head in the Early Days”, October 2 at 2 p.m., The Smith family moved to Hilton Head in 1963 so that John could take a position with Charles Fraser and help develop and market the new Sea Pines Plantation. What was Hilton Head like in the early days? Was it Paradise, Camelot, Utopia, or the Days of Wine and Roses? According to Nelle and Ora Smith, “It was all of those things. It was a quiet simpler time with mostly dirt roads, surrounded by incredible natural beauty. Being a part of the growing Island was the chance of a lifetime – witnessing the first Heritage Gold Tournament, feeling the joy as people began to discover the oceanfront treasure nestled in the tall pines. Our family was there to help plant the seeds that have grown Hilton Head into the beloved destination it is today.” Join the Coastal Discovery Museum to hear more about their experiences on Hilton Head Island as development was beginning. Nelle and Ora Smith will also have copies of “Paradise – Memories of Hilton Head Island in the Early Days” for sale at the presentation.

The museum is located at 70 Honey Horn Drive on Hilton Head Island. Cost is $7 per person and reservations are required by calling (843) 689-6767 ext. 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.

October 1–27: Our audience’s #1 pick for a non-musical, “Murder on the Orient Express” captures all the suspense that you expect from well-known crime novelist Agatha Christie. With a locomotive full of suspects and an alibi for each one, “Murder on the Orient Express” is the perfect mystery full of twists and turns. Tickets: online here or by calling the Box Office at (843) 842-ARTS.

Wednesdays: 2019 Haunted History Tours! Zion Chapel of Ease Cemetery, 574 William Hilton Pkwy. Told in Hilton Head’s oldest and most haunted burial place, our stories have a macabre twist and are sure to raise the hair on your neck. More history than horror, our tales involve real events that have occurred in Hilton Head’s 500 year history and real people who once lived here and are still reported to roam the Island from time to time. Admission is $25 per adult and $20 per child ages 8-16. 8 p.m. Ticket is required for entry. Click here to register online or call the Heritage Library at 843-686-6560.

Thursdays: farmers, cooks, jam- and salsa-makers and all kinds of artisans meet locals on Calhoun Street for the Farmers Market of Bluffton from 1-6 p.m., (or Dusk if earlier!) With an assortment of farm fresh produce, including strawberries, carrots, onions, spinach, varieties of lettuce, broccoli, mushrooms, beets, potatoes and more, the Farmers Market bound to have something for every kind of guest.

Plus, in addition to the local honey, eggs and cheese, there’s also all kinds of prepared foods, from BBQ, gumbo, fried oysters and shrimp, she crab soup and crab cakes to crepes, empanadas, fresh baked pastries and breads, coffee, kettle corn and chocolates. Also for sale are herbs, plants and flowers. Picnic tables are out, so guests can enjoy their goodies at the market and there is almost always live entertainment to entertain crowds, as well as a chef demonstration, so attendees can learn how to make healthy dishes.

There is an Artisan Showcase on the first Thursday of every month to highlight a handful of local artists and their incredible Lowcountry craftsmanship.

Not open Thanksgiving Day.

For more information, call (843) 415-2447 or go to Farmers Market of Bluffton.

Thursdays: Dance the night away! An island favorite, dance the night away on Thursday nights in the fall at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina featuring local favorite bands, great food and all the dancing you can possibly do. This exciting seasonal event returns this fall, Thursday, September 5th at Neptune Statue, combining the best local bands with delicious food and drinks.

Now in its 12th season, this outdoor concert series will kick-off with The Headliners and will feature a variety of bands on Thursday nights.

Featured Shelter Cove Harbour restaurants will set up as usual around Neptune and will offer a variety of specially-priced light appetizers, wine, beer and cocktails. Limited seating will be provided so you are encouraged to bring your own chairs. All events are weather permitting.

2019 Fall Schedule:
October 3: Deas Guyz
October 10: The Headliners
October 17: Stee & the Ear Candy

(855) 450-4861 or palmettodunes.com.

October 6: The League of the HHSO presents – The 7th Annual “KITCHENS OF NOTE” Tour In Beautiful Palmetto Hall, HIlton Head Island. Featuring 6 stunning Kitchens and 6 notable Chefs, Noon to 4 p.m. (this is a self-driving tour). Tickets are selling fast! Don’t miss this wonderful Palmetto Hall Tour with recipes from our fabulous restaurants. Proceeds from this event support the HHSO music education programs in our local schools. See you on the TOUR! TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW, $45 purchase online at www.hhso.org or call / email Nancy Millette, (843) 837-3892 or millettenancy@hotmail.com. www.hhso.org or (843) 842-2055 or www.hhipc.org.

Ongoing: The Harbour Town Lighthouse Museum is open daily. Explore Hilton Head Island’s rich history and learn the story behind its famed lighthouse in this unique museum-like setting. Admission is $4.25 per person, complimentary for children ages 5 and younger. 149 Lighthouse Rd. (843) 671-2810 or www.harbourtownlighthouse.com.

Mondays: Immerse yourself in the fascinating Civil War history of Hilton Head Island with a visit to Fort Mitchel. The site contains the remains of a coastal defense battery erected in 1862 to protect the Port Royal Sound by way of Skull Creek from incursions by Confederate gunboats based in the Savannah River. Costumed characters and an expert tour guide will demonstrate the vital historic importance of this place and the role the fort and its namesake, General Mitchel, played in shaping Hilton Head history, including historic Mitchelville. This tour is located at Ft. Mitchel in Hilton Head Plantation, 65 Skull Creek Dr. $15 adults, $10 children. 10 a.m. Registration required. Click HERE! (843) 681-2386 or visit www.heritagelib.org/tours.

Mondays: “Where Does the Power Come From?” complimentary golf clinic and exhibition led by former PGA Touring Pro Doug Weaver on the Robert Trent Jones Course in Palmetto Dunes, 4 p.m. (843) 785-1138 or palmettodunes.com.

OnGoing: Alligator & Wildlife Boat Tour with H2O Sports in the Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Get an up-close view of indigenous plant and animal life, including the American alligator, on a one-hour guided boat tour. Reservations are required, call (843) 671-4386 or visit h2osports.com.

Ongoing: Trail Rides through the Sea Pines Forest Preserve with Lawton Stables. Meander through the preserve on horseback for the true feel of the untouched Lowcountry. Trail riders must be at least 8 years old. Reservations are required. (843) 671-2586 or www.lawtonstables.com.

October 11-12: at Honey Horn Plantation, 70 Honey Horn Drive on beautiful Hilton Head Island! This year the Saturday main event is combined with the Kiwani’s Chili Cookoff so bring your Jeep, a bunch of friends and your appetite for chili, football on the big screen, live entertainment, and much more. $25 per Jeep in advance ($30 at the gate) for interior parking. All paid vehicles will receive a Jeep Island goodie bag full of vendor donations, Jeep Island Cup, sticker and a frisbee! PLUS you will receive a raffle ticket ONLY available to interior parked vehicles. $15 parking fee for outside parking. Your entry fee gets you your welcome kit with this years entry sticker, goodie bag, participation in the live entertainment, football on the big screen and more! An addl $5 fee gets you into the chili cookoff for CHILI! Check out our schedule page for more details!

October 18, 2019 Have the kids dress up and participate in our Halloween Costume Contest! Candy, games and much more is available. The festival provides a safe environment for parents to take their children and start the Halloween celebrations! No pets please. The target age for the event is 3 – 12, but everyone is welcome. There will be carnival games, costume contests, and much more. 4-8 p.m. FREE! Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head Island. Sponsored by Coastal Pediatric Dentistry. events.islandreccenter.org.

October 19: Join the Coastal Discovery Museum on October 19 and November 9 from 1-4 p.m., for a Cold Connections Jewelry Workshop with local fine artists Jo Ann Graham. Students will work with Graham to create their own earrings or pin using tube, wire, or rivets. Students will learn how to measure, divide, drill, saw, file, polish, and patina copper. Great for beginners! All materials and tools will be provided – just bring your creativity!

Cost is $95 per person (12 and older, please) and reservations are required by calling (843) 689-6767 ext. 223. The Museum is located at 70 Honey Horn Drive on Hilton Head Island. coastaldiscovery.org.

October 24: Carolina Dreamers Car Club Cruise-In takes place on Shelter Cove Lane waterside overlooking Broad Creek. No costs, no reservations, awards, 50/50 raffle, open to all automotive enthusiasts; locals and visitors. Plenty of shopping and dining within a one/two block walk. More info: www.carolinadreamers.info.

October 30-31: Bob Masteller’s Jazz for All Ages Jazz Festival at the Sonesta Resort & Spa, 130 Shipyard Dr. It is with a great sense of community pride and excitement that on behalf of The Junior Jazz Foundation and its affiliate, The Jazz Corner, we announce our sixth annual jazz festival, benefitting The Junior Jazz Foundation. Advance ticket purchase required, call (843) 842-8620 or visit jazzforallages.com.


Many thanks to friends Jane and Glenn Handley! :)
 

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