April 9 – 15: RBC Heritage, which for 2012 will return to its traditional week in April immediately following the Masters Tournament, has been an important element of South Carolina’s culture and economy since 1969, when it debuted at the Pete Dye-designed Harbour Town Golf Links. 2011 Heritage tournament winner Brandt Snedeker.
March 5 – 10: The 27th Annual Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival brings together wine, spirits and food lovers for a six-day Festival. The Festival provides wine lovers and gourmet foodies alike, an opportunity to sample outstanding domestic and international wines and some of the Lowcountry’s best cuisine.
March 1 – April 30:
“Civil War in the Lowcountry,” an exhibition tracing the early history of the Civil War on Hilton Head Island utilizing historic records, artifacts, historic artwork, journal entries, letters and other documents, is on display at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org.
March 1 – 31:
Gullah Heritage Trail Tours depart from the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, Tuesday-Sunday. Experience the Gullah culture of Hilton Head Island on a two-hour tour of 10 neighborhoods established during the Civil War. Reservations required. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 681-7066 or gullaheritage.com.
March 1 – 31:
Daily tours of Bluffton’s Rose Hill Mansion, a Gothic Revival-style home built circa 1858 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Reservations required. 199 Rose Hill Way. (843) 757-6046 or rosehillmansion.com.
March 1 – 4:
The South Carolina Repertory Company presents “The Cocktail Hour” by A.R. Gurney and directed by Tom Evans. John returns home to his family with his new play, written about them. As the martinis flow, so do the recriminations and revelations. 136 Beach City Rd. (843) 342-2057 or hiltonheadtheatre.com.
March 2 – 4:
May River Theatre Co. reprises its hit musical, “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” featuring the original cast from the theatre’s 2008 production in the Ulmer Auditorium at Bluffton Town Hall. 20 Bridge St. (843) 837-7798 or mayrivertheatre.com.
March 2 – 3:
The Hilton Head Barbershoppers present “You Ain’t Heard Nothin’ Yet – The Songs Al Jolson Loved to Sing” featuring the 2010 international quartet competition winner, Storm Front, at Hilton Head Island High School’s Visual and Performing Arts Center, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. 70 Wilborn Rd. (843) 970-9517 or hhibarbershoppers.org.
March 2 – 3:
2nd Annual SC-GA Border BBQ Cook-Off, Hilton Head Lakes (Hwy. 278, I-95 at Exit 8). This is an SC BBQ Association certified competition open to anyone wishing to participate. Trophies and other cash prizes will also be awarded to competing teams. (843) 784-3606.
March 2 – 3:
“Some Like It Hot – The Music of Marilyn Monroe” featuring the Harry Allen Quartet and vocalist Rebecca Kilgore at The Jazz Corner in The Village at Wexford. Dinner reservations highly recommended. Music charge nightly. 1000 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
March 2:
The Acting Company presents Shakespeare’s “The Comedy of Errors” at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. Slapstick, puns and wordplay prevail in the Bard’s story of two sets of identical twins accidentally separated at birth. 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 842-2787 or artshhi.com.
March 3 – 4:
Hilton Head Island Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Dogs of all sizes and shapes vie for honors and Best in Show each day with vendors and food available for purchase. Show admission is free; parking is $7 per day or $10 for 2 days. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 726-3237, 341-7537 or hhikennelclub.org.
March 3:
Youth ArtsFest at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. Variety show-style performances featuring young singers, dancers and musicians, free mini art workshops and a youth art exhibition in celebration of National Youth Arts Month. 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 842-2787 or artshhi.com.
March 3:
TCL Spring Fling will be held at the TCL New River Campus and will feature live music by TARGET…the band, heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine, silent auction, and a live auction. 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. (843) 525-8294 or tcl.edu/foundation.
March 5 – 12:
Hilton Head International Piano Competition for pianists ages 18-30 at First Presbyterian Church. Talented young pianists from around the world compete in four rounds for $35,000 in prizes and prestigious performance opportunities. Presented by the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra. 540 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-5880 or hhipc.org.
March 5 – 10:
Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival at various locations. Great Chefs of the South Wine Dinners at various locations, March 5-9. Grand Tasting and Silent Auction at the Harbour Town Conference Center on March 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wine & Festival and Silent Wine Auction at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn on March 10, 12-3 p.m. (843) 686-4944 or hiltonheadwineandfood.com.
March 6, 13, 20 & 27:
“Brain Boosters” program at Memory Matters on Tuesdays, 2:30-4:30 p.m. A pro-active approach to Early Memory Loss which stimulates the senses, offers memory re-training exercises, strengthens brain functions, enhances abstract thinking and establishes a support system. 117 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-6688 or memory-matters.org.
March 6:
“Discovery Reptiles” program at the H2O Nature Center in Harbour Town, 3-4 p.m. Join the Master Naturalist and get up close and personal with Lowcountry reptiles, including alligators, snakes and turtles. Reservations required. Lighthouse Rd. (843) 686-5323 or h2Osportsonline.com.
March 6:
The Hilton Head/Bluffton Chapter of Drinking Liberally, an informal social group, meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month at the Skull Creek Boathouse, 5:30 p.m. 397 Squire Pope Rd. (843) 422-0986 or drinkingliberally.org.
March 7, 14, 21 & 28:
Alzheimer‘s Support Group meets at Memory Matters on Wednesdays, 9:45-11:15 a.m. 117 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-6688 or memory-matters.org.
March 7 & 14:
“The Joy of Parenthood,” a two-class series taught by a Registered Nurse on how to prepare and care for a new baby, at Bluffton Medical Services, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Hosted by Beaufort Memorial Hospital. Free, pre-registration required. (843) 522-5570 or e-mail dlslichter@bmhsc.org.
March 8 – 10:
“All Shook Up” opens at the Hilton Head Island High School Visual and Performing Arts Center, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $8 for students. Tickets are available for purchase at Hilton Head Christian Academy between 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. or one hour prior to performance at the theater. (843) 681-2878.
March 9 – 11:
Lowcountry Pow Wow & Cultural Festival! Hardeeville’s annual celebration of Native American heritage will take place at Millstone Landing on Purrysburg Rd. This event will feature intertribal dancing in full period regalia (60+ dancers!), drumming with Bird Chopper Family Drum (Rick Bird), arts and crafts, native and contemporary foods. Storytelling and demonstrations will also take place. Contact Mike Benton, (843) 384-5551 or mb3710@yahoo.com or Sabrina Schaner (912) 312-5538.
March 10:
“Super Saturdays: Animals of the Lowcountry” sponsored by Friends of the Library at the Hilton Head Branch Library, 11 a.m. Meet friends from the Oatland Island Wildlife Center. Free, tickets available one hour prior to program. 11 Beach City Rd. (843) 255-6500 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.
March 11:
29th Annual Hilton Head Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade begins at Coligny Circle, 3 p.m. Clowns, marching bands, floats, Shiners, dignitaries and animal contingencies make their way down Pope Avenue to Office Park Road. (843) 384-4034, 837-4956 or stpatricksdayhhi.com.
March 12:
The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina presents Celtic Crossroads. Seven traditional Irish artists combine classic Irish rhythms, bluegrass, gypsy and jazz for a unique Irish music experience. 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 842-2787 or artshhi.com.
March 13:
History Book Club meets at the Bluffton Branch Library, 2 p.m. Discussion of Berlin 1961 by Frederick Kempe. Everyone is welcome. 120 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6503 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.
March 14:
The Low Country Human Resources Association, an affiliate of SHRM, meets at the Holiday Inn Express in Bluffton, 8 a.m. Guests and prospective members welcome. 35 Bluffton Rd. (Hwy. 46). (843) 341-4993 or lowcountry.shrm.org.
March 14:
“Lunch With Author Series: Michael Parker” hosted by USCB at the Country Club of Hilton Head, noon. The author discusses his most recent historical novel, The Watery Part of the World, speculating on what happened after Theodosia Burr Alston disappeared in 1813 while en route by schooner from South Carolina to New York. Reservations required, series tickets available. (843) 521-4147 or e-mail kingsley@uscb.edu.
March 14:
The Lowcountry Civil War Roundtable meets in the Bluffton High School Auditorium, 6:45 p.m. “The Seven Days Battle” presentation with Edwin Cole Bearss. Guests welcome, admission is $10. 12 H. E. McCracken Circle. (843) 681-1956 or lcwrt.squarespace.com.
March 16 – 18
The “Social Network Open” Golf Tournament, Book now for our 3 day event. 3 rounds of Tournament golf on Robert Trent Jones Ocean Front Course, George Fazio Course and Arthur Hills Course. Full event hosting. 3 Nights resort accommodations and fantastic prizes. socialnetworkgolf.com.
March 16:
“Driving Miss Daisy” Gala Event at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. A special premiere fundraiser with delicious food, fine wine and a spectacular live auction of vacations, unique experiences and more. 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 686-3945 ext. 303 or artshhi.com.
March 17 – April 1:
The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina presents the humorous and touching American classic, “Driving Miss Daisy.” An exploration of the evolving relationship of an elderly Southern Jewish widow and her African American driver. 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 842-2787 or artshhi.com.
March 17:
The Hilton Head Choral Society presents the internationally acclaimed Vienna Boys Choir in concert at Holy Family Catholic Church, 8 p.m. 24 Pope Ave. (843) 341-3818 or hiltonheadchoralsociety.org.
March 18:
Marsh Tacky Horse Run & Exhibition, part of the 16th Annual Hilton Head Island Gullah Celebration, at Coligny Beach, 1 p.m. An event showcasing the horses which played an integral part in the survival of the Gullah people on Hilton Head Island. (843) 255-7303 or gullahcelebration.com.
March 20:
Third Tuesdays Book Club meets at the Hilton Head Branch Library, 7:30 p.m. Discussion of The Paris Wife by Paula McClain. Everyone is welcome. 11 Beach City Rd. (843) 255-6520 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.
March 20:
The Hilton Head/Bluffton Chapter of Drinking Liberally, an informal social group, meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month at the Skull Creek Boathouse, 5:30 p.m. 397 Squire Pope Rd. (843) 422-0986 or drinkingliberally.org.
March 21 – April 8:
The South Carolina Repertory Company presents “The Clean House” by Sarah Ruhl and directed by Blake White. This wildly funny, Pulitzer Prize runner-up is a whimsical and poignant look at class, comedy and the true nature of love. March 21 is Preview Night with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Safe Harbour.136 Beach City Rd. (843) 342-2057 or hiltonheadtheatre.com.
March 21:
League of the Symphony Orchestra Lunch, Fashion Show and Silent Auction to benefit the HHSO’s youth programs at the Sea Pines Country Club, 11 a.m. Single tickets are $40; Tables of 10 are $350. 30 Governors Rd. (843) 842-2055 or hhso.org.
March 24:
WingFest at Shelter Cove Community Park, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Local restaurants cook up their best wings with live music and a Kid Zone. Food sold separately. Proceeds benefit the Island Rec. Center’s Children’s Scholarship Fund. Admission is $5; free for ages 12 and under. 39 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.
March 26:
“From Salzburg with Love” presented by the CSO Chamber Orchestra at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 8 p.m. Works by Biber, Michael Haydn and Mozart featuring the Charleston Symphony’s Charles Messersmith on clarinet, Jan-Marie Joyce on viola and Yuriy Bekker on violin. 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 842-2787 or charlestonsymphony.org.
March 26:
Chamber Music Charleston performs at All Saints Episcopal Church, 7:30 p.m. Music for strings and guitars featuring Frances Hsieh, Ben Weiss, Tim O’Malley and Christopher Teves. Tickets are $20 and may be purchased in advance or at the door. 3001 Meeting St. (843) 763-4941 or chambermusiccharleston.org.
March 30:
The Hilton Head Choral Society presents “Musical Masterworks: The Magic of Mozart” at First Presbyterian Church, 8 p.m. The HHCS chorus, orchestra and soloists perform “Missa Solemnis“ in C, “Regina Coeli,” choruses from three Mozart operas and charming Austrian folk dances. 540 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 341-3818 or hiltonheadchoralsociety.org.
March 31:
Join us for a night on the town with the “Spring Gala” from 7-11 p.m. at the Farmer’s Market in Ridgeland. Enjoy beach, boogie and blues by Joshua Foxx, BBQ dinners for sale, beer/wine, and a great silent auction. All proceeds go towards technology and books at Thomas Heyward Academy. Tickets are $20 in advance ($25 at the gate) and can be purchased at Southern Drawl Outfitters in Bluffton, Blossom’s on Main (Ridgeland) or Graybar Fence (Beaufort). For questions, contact Libby (843) 321-0940 or thomasheyward.org.
March 31:
American Heart Association’s 2012 Low Country Heart Walk in The Promenade in downtown Bluffton. More than 1,000 walkers are expected to participate in the one or three mile walk. (843) 422-4542 or thelowcountryscheartwalk.org.
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March 11th! Parade begins at Coligny Circle, 3 p.m. Clowns, marching bands, floats, Shiners, dignitaries and animal contingencies make their way down Pope Avenue to Office Park Road.
March 18th! Part of the 16th Annual Hilton Head Island Gullah Celebration, at Coligny Beach, 1 p.m. An event showcasing the horses which played an integral part in the survival of the Gullah people on Hilton Head Island.
April 9th – 15th! RBC Heritage, which for 2012 will return to its traditional week in April immediately following the Masters Tournament, has been an important element of South Carolina’s culture and economy since 1969, when it debuted at the Pete Dye-designed Harbour Town Golf Links. 2011 Heritage tournament winner Brandt Snedeker.
March 5th – 10th! The 27th Annual Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival brings together wine, spirits and food lovers for a six-day Festival. The Festival provides wine lovers and gourmet foodies alike, an opportunity to sample outstanding domestic and international wines and some of the Lowcountry’s best cuisine.
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