Ongoing:
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.

Ongoing:
The Island Recreation Center offers youth & adult sports, youth & adult programs and youth & adult aquatics for all ages and skill levels. Pre-registration required. 20 Wilborn Rd. (843) 681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.

Tuesday – Sunday:
Gullah Heritage Trail Tours depart from the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Experience the Gullah culture of Hilton Head Island on a narrated tour. Reservations required. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 681-7066 or gullaheritage.com.

Tuesdays:
Buckwalter Farmers Market – Traditional farm produce as well as baked goods and prepared foods such as frozen pierogis and local jams, jellies, and honey. 2-6 p.m. Buckwalter Place, Buckwalter Pkwy. (843) 384-1658 or buckwalterfarmersmarket.com.

Thursdays:
Farmers Market of Bluffton – Farm Fresh Produce to include Strawberries, Carrots, Onions, Spinach, Varieties of Lettuce, Broccoli, Mushrooms, Beets, Potatoes, just to name a few… and Honey, Eggs, Cheese, Herbs, Plants, Flowers, etc. Prepared foods to include BBQ, Crepes, Empanadas, Gumbo, Fried Oysters & Shrimp, She Crab Soup, Crab CakesFresh Baked Pastries & Breads, Coffee, Kettle Corn, Chocolates, and much more. 2-6 p.m. Carson Cottages, Calhoun St. (843) 415-2447 or Farmers Market of Bluffton.

Third Thursdays:
Farmers Market of Bluffton – Welcome “Little Growers” 4 to 6 p.m. Come plant with us and watch your “crop” grow! Children, ages 5 – 12 welcome and must be accompanied by an adult. Brought to you by Okatie Organics & Savannah Hydroponics! Jules@SavannahHydro.com.

Fridays:
Hilton Head Island Farmer’s Market, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at The Coastal Discovery Musuem at Honey Horn. The perfect place to buy fresh, locally grown produce. You choose your fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, seafood, flowers, preserves, pasta, breads, pies and numerous delectable treats. From farmers to beekeepers to artisans at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. 70 Honey Horn Drive. farmersmarkethiltonheadisland.com.

November 1:
Legends of the Lowcountry featuring a tribute to Johnny Mercer presented by the Rotary Club of Hilton Head Island and the Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival & Concours d’Elegance. 6-9 p.m. at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort, 2 Grasslawn Ave. Event includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails (cash bar), a special appearance by the Hilton Head Island Barbershoppers and the presentation of the first Hilton Head Island Hall of Fame honorees at 7 p.m. The Savannah Jazz Orchestra and the Vocal Jazz Project will perform a Johnny Mercer tribute concert. Legends of the Lowcountry will benefit Family Promise of Beaufort County, Hilton Head Regional Habitat for Humanity, Hilton Head Island Hall of Fame, Hilton Head Island Recreation Association, Driving Young America and The Sandbox. $50 per person. Contact Linda Neff, Rotary Club of Hilton Head Island (843) 686-4100 or HHRotary@sc.twcbc.com.

November 2 – 4:
The May River Theatre Co., Inc. announces the Third Production of it’s Eleventh Season – The wonderful musical Fable “The Fantasticks” – The world’s longest running musical and the longest running legitimate show in any category in American Theatre History. 8 p.m. and Sunday matinee. All performances will be in Bluffton Town Hall’s Ulmer Auditorium at the corner of Bridge and Pritchard Sts. (843) 815-5581, box office, 138 Burnt Church Rd. Hours are Mon.,-Fri., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tickets are $20.00. (843) 837-7798 or mayrivertheatre.com.

November 2 – 3:
“History of America Comedy” in 90 Minutes at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane. In an election year, what could be more perfect than a ninety minute comic rollercoaster ride through the glorious quagmire that is American History! Special 2012 Election Edition! Tickets are $49 for adults and $35 for children ages 4-15. Purchase ONLINE or call the Box Office (843) 842-ARTS or toll free (888) 860-2787.

November 2:
Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Claire Bryant and Friends Chamber Music Performance at Hilton Head Middle School, Wilborn Rd. 6:30 p.m. Tickets, $25. (843) 842-2055 or hhso.org.

November 2:
Old South Golf Links, 50 Buckingham Plantation Dr., 21st Anniversary Golf Tournament! 10 a.m. Shotgun Start. Entry is $50/person, $200/team. We’ll have prizes, a raffle and Oyster & Pig Roast. (843) 785-5353 or OldSouthGolf.com.

November 2:
The Sandbox Children’s Museum, 18 A Pope Ave., Military Night Family Fun Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free to all families. Come see military vehicles and meet our soldiers. Write a “thank you” note and personalize a card to send to deployed soldiers. Enjoy admission to the museum, picnic dinner, Sandbox Bounce House, arts and crafts activity, and decorate a cookie. Sponsored by The Bargain Box. (843) 842-7645 or thesandbox.org.

November 3, 10 & 14:
The Coastal Discovery Museum, “Shrimp Trawling Experience”. 9 a.m. until noon. This interactive cruise will take you from Hudson’s dock out into Port Royal Sound where you’ll have a chance to see how a shrimp trawler works – and find out about all the critters that can be found in its nets. An informative and fun experience – plus, you’ll have a chance to share in the ‘catch’ and might take some shrimp home! $40 adult and $20 child, with reservations required by calling (843) 689-6767 ext 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.

November 3:
2nd Annual Bluffton International & Craft Beer Festival at The Promenade in Historic Bluffton, 2-6 p.m. Over 125 of the world’s best ales, stouts, lagers and pilsners, plus a food court featuring five area restaurants and live music from two bands. Admission to the festival area is free, however a Festival Ticket is required to sample beer. Bluffton Beer Festival Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door, a Beer Festival Souvenir Sampling Glass (first 1000) and six samples are included with a festival ticket. The cost for additional 4 ounces samples vary from $1 to $3. The price of the beer samples are based on the style and gravity of the beers. A portion of proceeds from the event with go to benefit Palmetto Animal League. (843) 757-8520 or blufftonbeerfest.com.

November 5 & 6:
The May River Theatre Co. Inc. will hold auditions for It’s next production of “ANNIE” in Bluffton Town Hall’s Ulmer Auditorium, 20 Bridge St. Girl’s ages 6-12 will audition between 6-7:30 p.m. Adult auditions will be from 7:30-9 p.m. Those auditioning should bring their own music and be prepared to sing at least 16 bars. Girl’s should also be prepared for a dance tryout. The production also calls for a well behaved Sandy Haired Dog that responds well to It’s owner’s commands and directions. “Annie” will open on February 8th, 2013 for 9 performances over 3 weekends. (843) 837-7798 or mayrivertheatre.com.

November 5:
The Beaufort County Coalition for Aging in Place, an affiliate of the Beaufort County Human Services Alliance is holding its monthly meeting at 2 p.m. at the Bluffton/Okatie Outpatient Center meeting room on the first floor. The meeting is open to the public and we encourage active community members, who are interested in learning more about the Coalition’s initiatives, developing or participating in an aging in place village or to serve in various capacities as a coalition member, to attend this meeting. Contact Deborah Edmondson, Coalition Facilitator and Village Developer, (843) 368-2483 or dedmonds@hargray.com.

November 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.

November 7 & 8:
The Moss Creek Marines will host their 6th Annual Veteran’s Day Tennis/Golf Tournaments at the Moss Creek Tennis Center and Golf Club. The proceeds from these events will be used to continue the efforts to aid and honor the service of deployed Marines and their families. For more information, Joe Borger (843) 837-8327.

November 7:
USCB Lunch with Author Series brings Claire Cook to the Dataw Island Club Carlina Room, Beaufort, with her ninth book, Wildflower in Bloom. Cook is best remembered for her New York Times bestselling novel and movie Must Love Dogs. All-inclusive lunch starts at noon, followed by talk, Q&A, booksigning. $42. Reservations (843) 521-4147 or kingsley@uscb.edu.

November 8 – January 11:
“Lowcountry, Plein Air” – “Impressions of the Lowcountry” presented by the Low Country Plein Air Society, the members have gathered to paint together in various picturesque Low Country settings since 2008. The group’s membership includes artists from around the region, from Beaufort to Savannah. The exhibit on display at The Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, Mon.-Sat. from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and Sun. from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-6767 ext 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.

November 8 – 11:
30th Annual Heritage Days Celebration at the Penn Center on St. Helena Island. Art exhibits, Flags of the Gullah People, Fish Fry & Blues Night, an Old Fashion Prayer Service, a Heritage Days Symposium, Parade, craft fair, center stage entertainment and more. 16 Penn Center Circle. (843) 838-2432 or penncenter.com.

November 9 – 11:
11th Annual South Carolina Bank and Trust Hilton Head Oyster Festival in Shelter Cove Community Park. Opening Night Fri., 4:30-9 p.m. Oysters, shrimp, chili, chowder, hot dogs, hamburgers, live music, a Kid’s Zone, large screen TVs to catch the games, a silent auction and Holiday Craft Show on Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Island Rec. Center’s scholarship fund. 39 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.

November 9 – 11:
The May River Theatre Co., Inc. announces the Third Production of it’s Eleventh Season – The wonderful musical Fable “The Fantasticks” – The world’s longest running musical and the longest running legitimate show in any category in American Theatre History. 8 p.m. and Sunday matinee. All performances will be in Bluffton Town Hall’s Ulmer Auditorium at the corner of Bridge and Pritchard Sts. (843) 815-5581, box office, 138 Burnt Church Rd. Hours are Mon.,-Fri., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tickets are $20.00. (843) 837-7798 or mayrivertheatre.com.

December 9:
Hilton Head Choral Society 28th Annual Christmas Tour of Homes, 12 Noon-5 p.m. at Hampton Hall in Bluffton. Experience Christmas in the Lowcountry! The Hilton Head Choral Society’s tour features six uniquely designed and decorated homes in stunning holiday splendor. In the Hampton Hall clubhouse, guests can enjoy refreshments courtesy of Toll Brothers. Tickets, $30 advance, $35 day of tour. Tickets available at Burke’s Pharmacy, Christie’s Hallmark at Indigo Run and in Belfair Shopping Center, Markel’s at Kitties Crossing, Pretty Papers, Pyramids at Main Street, or online hiltonheadchoralsociety.org or (843) 341-3818.

November 10:
First Annual Lowcountry Boil presented by Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, 5-8 p.m. Oyster Factory Park (Wharf St.). Live entertainment by Lowcountry Boil. In the event of inclement weather the event will be held at the Rotary Community Center at Oscar Frazier Park. Adults $25, children 12 & under $10. Tickets available at the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, 217 Goethe Rd. (843) 757-1010 or blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.

November 10:
3rd Annual Hampton Lake Craft Fair will be open to the public and will include door prizes. Proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Club. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 20 Hampton Lake Dr., Lakeside Village. Free! Catherine Guscio, (843) 836-7463 or cguscio@hamptonlake.com.

November 10:
The Church of the Cross God’s Goods Thrift Store Christmas Sale, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., hosting a sidewalk CHRISTMAS sale. All types of Christmas décor as well as a huge array of ladies Christmas sweaters and shirts will be featured on this day! Make plans to be there and get ready for the Christmas season. Donations received anytime store is open. (843) 757-2024 or thechurchofthecross.net/.

November 10:
33rd Annual St. Andrew By-The-Sea Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. An open bazaar featuring gifts, needle work, garden art, baked goods, a garden shop, gently used items, a full food menu, a silent auction and more. Proceeds benefit outreach and mission projects of the church. 20 Pope Ave. (843) 785-4711 or 715-0123.

November 10:
The Coastal Discovery Museum, “Shrimp Trawling Experience”. 9 a.m. until noon. This interactive cruise will take you from Hudson’s dock out into Port Royal Sound where you’ll have a chance to see how a shrimp trawler works – and find out about all the critters that can be found in its nets. An informative and fun experience – plus, you’ll have a chance to share in the ‘catch’ and might take some shrimp home! $40 adult and $20 child, with reservations required by calling (843) 689-6767 ext 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.

November 10:
Volunteers in Medicine’s 2nd Annual Big Band Swing! 6-11 p.m at The Westin Resort & Spa, 2 Grasslawn Ave. The Second Annual Big Band Swing Gala to benefit Volunteers in Medicine Hilton Head Island. (843) 689-6612 or vimclinic.org.

November 10:
Don’t miss the Pig Pickin’ and Lowcountry Boil at The Salty Dog Café. Lowcountry cooking done right plus live music, kid’s fun & games and a special appearance from Jake the Salty Dog. 4-8 p.m. South Beach Marina Village in the Sea Pines Resort. (843) 671-2233 or saltydog.com.

November 12:
The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra presents “Johann Sebastian Bach,” at First Presbyterian Church, 8 p.m. 540 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. Three masterworks of Bach’s orchestral oeuvre led at the harpsichord by one of North American’s foremost specialist in Baroque music. Tickets: $45, $35, $20. Subscriptions available. (843) 842-2055 or hhso.org.

November 12:
Memory Matters 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Moss Creek Golf Club. Get your foursome together to support a great cause at a great event! 9 a.m. shotgun start, registration and continental breakfast at 8 a.m. (843) 842-6688 or info@memory-matters.org.

November 12:
Why Buy Local? A LIVE GREEN workshop with NETWORK GREEN. Hosted by Experience Green. Bluffton Library, 120 Palmetto Way, 5:30 p.m., Network Green (with refreshments). 6 p.m., Why Buy Local? Experience Green welcomes Dr. David Lamie, regional economist and director of SC Market Makers, a multi state program from the Institute for Economic and Community Development at Clemson University as guest presenter. Admission is FREE with advanced online registration. Click here to learn more and sign up today!

November 14 – 18:
6th Annual Music to Your Mouth Food & Wine Festival! Hosted by writer John T. Edge will be at Palmetto Bluff, 1 Village Park Square. Tickets are available for various dinners and activities throughout the week with the cullinary festival held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on November 17 on the Village Green. Tickets are $225. A portion of ticket and packages sales will be donated to Second Helpings. (866) 706-6565 or musictoyourmouth.com.

November 14:
Bluffton Book Club meets at the Bluffton Branch Library on Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m. Everyone is welcome! No need to sign up. 120 Palmetto Way. (843) 255-6490 or beaufortcountylibrary.org.

November 14:
Rose Hill Mansion is Hosting a Wine Wednesday event from 6-8 p.m. This event is to benefit the American Cancer Society. There’s nothing like kicking back with a good glass of wine, with friends, unwinding to get over hump-day, and raising money for a good cause. Enjoy live entertainment, private labeled Rose Hill wine and delicious food. Silent auction. $35 per person. 199 Rose Hill Way. (843) 757-6046 or rosehillmansion.com.

November 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.

November 17 – 18:
“Beaufort Homes for the Holidays” in the award-winning Habersham neighborhood to benefit St. Peter Catholic School Endowment Fund. The tour includes eight private homes decorated for the holidays by local interior designers. Tour tickets may be purchased at various locations. (843) 522-6510 or stpeters-church.org.

November 17:
The Church of the Cross Annual Christmas Bazaar, Calhoun Street Campus, 110 Calhoun St. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. A fabulous array of handmade goodies for sale, including the famous “vintage angels.” (843) 757-2661 or thechurchofthecross.net/.

November 18 – December 2:
“12″ presented by The Society of Bluffton Artist! Reception 3-5 p.m., November 18th. SoBA Gallery, corner of Calhoun St. and Church St. Free Exhibit. Gallery Hours, Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 11:30-3 p.m. (843) 757-6586 or sobagallery.com.

November 20:
Bluffton Business Professionals Networking at Bluffton Self Help. 5:30-7 p.m. Please bring a non-perishable food item for Thanksgiving. Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, 217 Goethe Rd. (843) 757-1010 or blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.

November 21:
The Sandbox – An Interactive Children’s Museum Celebrates Their Seventh Birthday with a Birthday Bash Carnival “Fun”raiser! 18-A Pope Ave., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Sandbox’s parking lot will be turned into a carnival, complete with bounce house, “corn hole”, and other carnival games with prizes, cotton candy station, holiday crafts including decorating sugar cookies and ornaments, BBQ lunch with all the “fixins” and of course, birthday cake. To get everyone in the holiday spirit, kids of all ages can play in the snow! (843) 842-7645 or thesandbox.org.

November 22 – 25:
TANGER OUTLETS TO OPEN THANKSGIVING NIGHT WITH THE BIGGEST SALE OF THE YEAR! Holiday Savings Begin at 10 p.m. on November 22 and Continue Throughout Thanksgiving Weekend! Start your value shopping early this year with some serious outlet shopping fun and the season’s biggest savings at Tanger Outlet Center Hilton Head, 1414 Fording Island Rd. Both Centers open at 10 p.m. on Thanksgiving night and remain open until 9 p.m. on Friday night with special sales and exclusive offers throughout the weekend. Visit the website for special holiday offers as well. Center hours for Saturday shopping are 9 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (843) 837-5410 or tangeroutlet.com/hiltonhead.

November 22:
3rd Annual Historic Bluffton’s Turkey Chase! The 5K race course will take you through the Historic areas of Old Town Bluffton showcasing the historic sites and local businesses. There will be an awards ceremony along with music, door prizes and more. (843) 816-2979 or (843) 540-1610.

November 23 – January 1:
Christmas Light Festival & Holiday Window Contest in the Harbour Town Yacht Basin. Dozens of Christmas light displays, including the Harbour Town Lighthouse. Original works of art created by local elementary school students are on display in shop windows and visitors can vote for their favorites. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.

November 23:
Old Town Bluffton Holiday Art Walk! An excellent opportunity to explore the galleries and shops for one-of-a-kind works of art. Call for times. (843) 815-6278 or maryaoneill6@aol.com.

November 23:
Looking for Santa? Well, you can find him at Coligny Plaza for Free Photos with Santa, 10 a.m. to noon. (843) 842-6050 or colignyplaza.com.

NOVEMBER 29-DECEMBER 2:
Disney on Ice – “Worlds of Fantasy” at Martin Luther King Jr. Arena, Savannah Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe. 7:30 p.m. Tickets, $12-$40. (912) 651-6556 or savannahga.gov.

November 30 – December 31:
Visit South Beach in the Sea Pines Resort to enjoy hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights at South Beach Marina Christmas Village. (843) 363-2198 or saltydog.com.

November 30 – December 1:
Santa arrives at the South Beach Inn every Fri., and Sat., 3-7 p.m. until Christmas with treats for the whole family and for Free Pictures With Santa. South Beach Marina Village, The Sea Pines Resort. (843) 363-2198 or salty dog.com.

November 30:
Old Town Bluffton will mark the start of the holiday season with Light Up The Night Festivities. Calhoun Street and the Promenade will be aglow with luminaries setting the stage for visitors to catch the mood of the season while listening to carolers and browsing the many shops, restaurants, cafes, and galleries found along the streets. Stores will be open late welcoming shoppers with specials and light refreshments. 3-8 p.m. Lighting of the Town’s Official Christmas Tree is at 7 p.m. (843) 706-4500 or lsalazar@hiltonheadisland.org.