ONGOING EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES

This Calendar of Events lists many of Hilton Head Island's events and activities likely to be of interest to visitors. Most events are open to the public for free or at a modest charge....except where luncheons, dinners, fees for classes and/or special programs are involved. Because scheduling and location of events and activities may change without notice, please call the telephone numbers listed for confirmation, and for additional information.

First we have listed activities taking place all week long. Activities taking place only on some days are listed by day following the all-week listing.

DINE WITH THE ISLAND'S BEST WATER VIEW. Many of Hilton Head's restaurants boast excellent water views, but none compare with the views offered by a cruising boat as you dine. See Spirit of Harbour Town ad (842-7179), "Boating, Cruising & Fishing" section.

ART EXHIBITION. Artists works are displayed at the Hilton Head Island Library in the Corridor Art Gallery. Exhibits by local artists. For more information contact the library at 342-9200.

SCENIC DRIVING TOUR! See what makes Hilton Head Island such a great place to vacation and live. Please refer to Table of Contents.

GO ON A KID-ORIENTED NATURE CRUISE. Several boats at opposite ends of Hilton Head offer special programs to give kids a "hands-on" experience with fishing, plus a real learning experience concerning sea creatures and the environment in the Low Country. Times, dates and availability vary with the season. Be sure to call to confirm scheduling. Please refer to our Boating/Cruising & Fishing Section.

DAUFUSKIE ISLAND HERITAGE TOUR. One-hour ferry ride from Hilton Head Island to Daufuskie for a two-hour narrated historical and cultural tour of Daufuskie Island. Storyteller included. 120 year old First Union African Baptist Church, Pat Conroy's Schoolhouse, African-American Cemetery, Broad Creek Marina. Coupon is in ad in Boating, Cruising & Fishing section. Times, dates and availability vary with the season. Be sure to call to confirm scheduling. Call 342-TOUR.

RACQUET ROUNDUP. Ongoing. Collecting used tennis racquets for distribution to inner city youth programs. PTR Headquarters or Van der Meer Tennis Center. Sponsored by Professional Tennis Registry Foundation. 785-7244.

BEACH WALK. Tuesday and Friday, all year. Guided nature walk at low tide. Learn about our local beaches, plants & animals. Coastal Discovery Museum. Times, dates and availability vary with the season. Be sure to call. For further information, call 843-689-6767.

COASTAL DISCOVERY MUSEUM AT HONEY HORN. Offering programs on history, natural history and ecology. The museum is open from 9:00 am until 4:30 pm Monday through Saturday, and from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm on Sunday. For further information, call 843-689-6767.

ISLAND RECREATION CENTER PROGRAMS. Monday-Saturday. The Island Recreation Center offers numerous informative and fun classes for kids of all ages. Classes in arts and crafts, dance, low and high impact aerobics and jazzersize. Lessons concerning a variety of sports, plus general sport participation programs on a weekly basis. These classes and events are programed for a variety of ages and experience levels. There is an Olympic size swimming pool, tennis courts, playing fields, a track, basketball courts, a soccer field, and meeting rooms for classes and programs. "Drop- ins" always are welcome. All senior programs are in conjunction with the SHARE Center. Near public school, at north end of Island. Call 681-7273 for more information.

HILTON HEAD PUBLIC LIBRARY. The architectural award-winning Hilton Head Branch of the Beaufort County Public Library is located at 11 Beach City Rd., just off William Hilton Parkway, about two thirds of the way from Sea Pines Circle to the Bridge. Aside from usual library services, our library has a very extensive children's library and a Story Time Theatre. There also are exhibits of art by local artists. For additional information, call 342-9200.

PINCKNEY ISLAND WILDLIFE REFUGE. You may either walk or bike through this lovely area. The extensive refuge (miles of paths) is located between the bridges to Hilton Head Island. There is parking near the entrance. MUSEUM AT PARRIS ISLAND. Open seven days a week, from 10:00 am until 4:30 pm. Historical exhibits concerning Paris Island and the U.S. Military, Beaufort, Port Royal and Hilton Head Island. Also 127 types of weapons on display. No charge. Beaufort, SC. 843-228-3765.

BRIDGE.Variety of classes and games for all levels of play. Port Royal Plaza, Monday through Friday. 689-9230.

HERITAGE LIBRARY. The Heritage Library is located in the Courtyard Building (near Sea Pines Circle), 32 Office Park Rd., Suite 300. It is open on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm. Nonprofit research organization specializing in both genealogical and historical materials. Extensive collection of information on the Lowcountry and South Carolina. They also have complete official war records of the Union and Confederacy, "The War of The Rebellion." 686-6560.

ARTISTS GUILD OF BLUFFTON. Exhibit of the work of 14 Bluffton artists. 20 Calhoun Street, in the historic Planters Mercantile Building, Bluffton. About ten minutes from the Bridge. 10:00 am until 4:30 pm, Monday through Saturday. 757-5590.

ARTS CENTER OF COASTAL CAROLINA GUIDED TOURS. Free tours of the $10 million, 44,000 square-foot performing and visual arts complex. Meet at 11:00 am in the Charles and Ellen Taylor Lobby, near the box office. Every Thursday. No reservations necessary. 842-ARTS.

HILTON HEAD SHAG CLUB. Meet every Friday from 7:00 -10:00 pm at the Crowne Plaza Resort in Shipyard Plantation. Contact Pat Hughes at 681-2832 for more information, or visit www.shagdance.com to confirm scheduling.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT NIGHTLY. Enjoy some of the best dining, live music and dancing every night at Kingfisher Seafood and Steak House. Overlooking beautiful Broad Creek and Shelter Cove Harbour. Entertainment varies throughout the week. Call 842-6400.

COASTAL DISCOVERY MUSEUM. The Coastal Discovery Museum offers a wide variety of tours, programs and exhibits for people of all ages. For more information, call 689-6767.

THE HILTON HEAD ART LEAGUE GALLERY. Monday through Saturday, from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm. Featuring works of League members. Call the Hilton Head Art League regarding their weekly artist demonstration. Workshop programs bring nationally renowned art instructors to provide week-long workshops. Pineland Station, Suite 207. 681-5060.

VISIT DAUFUSKIE ISLAND. Many people find a visit to Daufuskie Island...reachable only by boat...to be very interesting, and fun. In some areas, it's like turning the clock back 100 years. See ads in Visit Daufuskie and Boating, Cruising & Fishing Sections.

ROWING & SKULLING. Sponsored by Palmetto Rowing Club. Competitive and recreational rowing available. Call 842-6984 for details of programs and times. Times, dates and availability vary with the season. Be sure to call to confirm scheduling.

THE SEA PINES RESORT NATURE CENTER. The Sea Pines Resort Nature Center is a must-visit site for families, nature gurus, avid outdoor adventurers, historians and animal lovers alike. While visiting the center, guests can enjoy exclusive tours and programs; learn about the Indian Shell Ring, Stoney-Baynard Ruins, Forest Preserve and natural history of The Sea Pines Resort; browse their variety of gifts and apparel; utilize their satellite bicycle shop; or pick up outdoor equipment such as bait, fishing poles, field guides and binoculars. Finally, turtles, snakes, seashells, fish, lizards, animal displays and other creatures, including their prized baby American alligator, await for your viewing pleasure. For more information please call 843.842.1979

AMERICAN SINGLES GOLF. Golf & dinner. Meet on the second Thursday of the month for dinner and on the fourth Saturday of the month for golf. Times and location vary. Please contact Suzy Somogyi at 705-7151 for more information.

S.H.A.R.E. SENIOR CENTER. Numerous wonderful activities for senior adults (fifty-ish and over), including interesting and entertaining outings and classes. Classes in languages, art, weight and stretch, water aerobics, low impact aerobics, tap, line dancing, tai chi, writing class (your life story) and bridge. Many of the seniors programs are in conjunction with the Island Recreation Center. Near Sea Pines Circle. 785-6444.

PLAYGROUNDS. The Harbour Town Playground has a treehouse and footbridge, plus a lookout tower. Shelter Cove Harbour has tire swings and seesaws. The Island Recreation Center, located next to the public schools, also has an excellent playground.

AMERICAN NEEDLEPOINT GUILD. Meet fellow members of the American Needlepoint Guild. Work on different needle art projects. Guild meets on the second Monday of the month at Needlepoint Junction located in the Village at Wexford. Please contact the Needlepoint Junction at 842-8488 for more information.

RED TROLLEY TOUR. Monday through Friday. 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm. The Red Trolley tour gives an overview of the island and is a trip for the entire family. Enjoy a visit to various historical points, a glimpse of residential developments and a brief stop for shopping at Harbour Town. Fee. Reservations required. Please call 843-689-6767 ext. 223 for reservations and more information.

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