Arts & Entertainment Calendar

Nancy Huson: “Everyday Life on Hilton Head”
Exhibit: August 3rd–30th
3–5 p.m.
SOBA Gallery, 6 Church Street, Bluffton
Hilton Head-inspired landscapes and nature scenes in oil and pastel from local artist Nancy Huson.

Information: sobagallery.com or (843) 757-6586.

Valerie Kramer: Icons and Tidal Pools
Exhibit: August 26th through September 26th
Art League Gallery, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, Hilton Head
• Artist Reception: Wednesday, August 27th • 5–7 p.m.

• Gallery Talk: Tuesday, September 9th • 2:30 p.m.
Free exhibit open daily. Gallery is located inside the Arts Center.
More information: artleaguehhi.org or (843) 681-5060.

Local History Presentation: In the Eye of the Storm
Wednesday, August 27th • 1 p.m.

Hilton Head Branch Library,
11 Beach City Road, Hilton Head Island
Hear personal accounts of the 1893 Sea Island Hurricane, presented by Grace Cordial of the Beaufort District Collection. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Some content may be disturbing.
Information: beaufortcountylibrary.org or (843) 255-6525

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: A Stevie Wonder Musical Revue

Tuesday, August 26th • 7:30 p.m.
SoundWaves, Hilton Head Island
Dean St. Hilliare leads a celebration of Stevie Wonder’s music, joined by a live band and guest vocalists. Dinner options from Okan Bluffton available with dinner/concert tickets. Reserved and general seating available, plus concert-only tickets. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Information and tickets: hhso.org or (843) 842-2055

Reggae Pon De River
Saturday, August 30th
63 Wharf Street, Bluffton
Red Stripes Caribbean Cuisine presents a reggae concert featuring Dübplates, Box Full of Steel, and Groove Town Assault.
Information: reggaeponderiver.com

USCB OLLI Fall Open Houses
Tuesday, September 2nd
• A Taste of OLLI: 1–2:30 p.m., Hilton Head Campus, 1 Sand Shark Drive
• Be Glazed and Amazed @ OLLI: 4–5:30 p.m., Bluffton Campus, 1 University Blvd
Meet OLLI instructors, learn about fall programs, and tour the campus. Members bringing a friend who joins will both receive a gift. Refreshments provided.
Information: uscb.edu/olli or (843) 208-8247

First Thursday Artisan Alley
Thursday, September 4th
4–7 p.m.
The Shops at Sea Pines Center, Hilton Head Island
Monthly open-air market featuring local artists, makers, food vendors, and a partner charity to raise awareness and donations.

Roots & Rivers Festival
Saturday, September 6th
2–8 p.m.
Oyster Factory Park, 63 Wharf Street, Bluffton
A celebration of Black culture, music, food and community. Over 30 vendors will be on site. Performances include Deas Guyz and youth dance troupes.
Tickets: $15. Information: rootsandriversfestival.com/

Beach Sweep
Friday, September 12th • 2 p.m.
Sea Pines Beach Club, Hilton Head Island
Join The Sea Pines Resort team in the largest one-day volunteer cleanup in South Carolina, held in conjunction with the International Coastal Cleanup. Volunteers will meet at the entrance to the beach in front of the Sea Pines Beach Club.
Information: (843) 842-1979

Harbour Town Fall Fest
Sunday, September 14th
11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Harbour Town, Hilton Head Island
Festivities include a Harbour Town Shops sidewalk sale, live music from Deas Guyz, children’s activities, nautical tours and boat rides, and a classic car display from the Carolina Dreamers Car Club.
• Sidewalk sale: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
• Car display: 12–4 p.m.
• Deas Guyz concert: 1–4 p.m.
• Children’s activities: 1–4 p.m.

Hilton Head Island Shrimp Festival
Saturday, September 20th • 1–4 p.m.
Harbour Town, Hilton Head Island
A family-friendly event featuring all-you-can-eat shrimp prepared by local chefs, craft beer from more than a dozen breweries, live music, kids’ activities, and specialty vendors. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Island.

Please note: Events are subject to change. For the most current details, contact event organizers directly.

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