meet ups and markets

AUG. 4

FRIENDS FOR CAREGIVERS: WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT DEMENTIA

RESEARCH: Join this informational Zoom meeting about caring for someone with dementia. RSVP to this event by calling 843-842-6688 or info@mymemorymatters.org. mymemorymatters.org

AUG. 12

PALM TREES & PISTONS: Local car show every second Saturday of each month. Showcases local, vintage, antique, exotic, muscle and unique cars owned by locals. 9 a.m. -11 a.m. Sea Turtle Marketplace (Former Steinmart parking lot), 430 William Hilton Pkwy, Hilton Head Island.

AUG. 17- SEPT. 14

SAVVY CAREGIVER: Join this five-week session each Thursday and learn the tools to become the best caregiver you can be for your loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or another dementiarelated disease. Grace Community Church, 450 Spanish Wells Rd, Hilton Head Island. Cost is $99. Register online to secure your space. 843-8426688 or info@mymemorymatters.org. mymemorymatters.org

AUG. 19

CARS AND COFFEE: Cars and Coffee

HHI is a meet up for car enthusiasts. All are welcome to attend this event held the 3rd Saturday of each month. Free to attend. 8 a.m.- 11 a.m. USCB Campus, 1 University Blvd, Bluffton. carsandcoffeehhi@gmail.com or carsandcoffeehhi.com

AUG. 19

BOATING SAFETY CLASS: America’s Boating Club Hilton Head hosts an America’s Boating Course safety class. Open to the public. $75 for individuals or $100 for couples. Children with parents $20. Visit abchh.org and look for Upcoming Classes under the education tab. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. USCB Osher Learning Center in Bluffton.

AUGUST (DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED)

WANDERLUST MARKETS- HILTON HEAD ISLAND: A wandering market with rotating vendors in one spot including Ring Stinger Pepper Co, Peace by Piece, A Sweeter Seat, Soul on Fire candles, Saltwater Hippie Company and more. Lincoln & South Brewing Company, 138 Island Drive, Hilton Head Island. Follow @Wanderlust Markets on Facebook for more information. 843-422-3992 or uscroach@gmail.com.

Summer Events

HARBOURFEST AT SHELTER COVE

HARBOUR & MARINA: A weekly celebration with live music and entertainment, arts and crafts, kids’ activities and Tuesday Night Fireworks. Receive text alert updates: Text PD to 833-428-2890. 1 Shelter Cove Ln, Hilton Head Island. sheltercoveharbourfest. com.

PERFORMANCES BY SHANNON

TANNER: Two shows: 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays through Aug. 25.

CAPPY THE CLOWN: Monday through Friday through Sept. 1 and Labor Day Weekend on Sept. 2-3. 6 p.m.- 9 p.m.

FIREWORKS: Enjoy fireworks on Tuesday evenings on Aug. 1, 8, 15 and 22. Fireworks begin when the sky is dark.

PARROT PALOOZA WITH SHANNON

TANNER AND THE OYSTER REEFERS: Shows begin at 7 p.m. on Thursdays through Aug. 24 and on Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 2 and 3.

AUG. 3, 10, 17

MOVIE NIGHTS AT SHELTER COVE

TOWNE CENTRE: Bring lawn chairs, blankets, pillows and snacks to this family friendly event at the park. Free and open to the public. Rain or shine. Local restaurants are located within a short walking distance to the park. 8:30 p.m. Aug. 3- Beauty and the Beast, Aug. 10- Cars, Aug. 17- Remember the Titans. Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head. sheltercovetownecentre.com.

AUG. 4, 11, 18

SUNSET CELEBRATION SUMMER

CONCERT SERIES: Bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks to this family friendly event. Free and open to the public. Rain or shine. Local restaurants are located within a short walking distance to the park. 7 p.m.- 10 p.m. Aug. 4- Tower of Funk & The Choosy Mother’s Horns, Aug. 11- Cranford Hollow, Aug. 18- Deas-Guys. Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head. Sheltercovetownecentre.com

SUNDAYS

DEAS GUYZ AT THE JAZZ CORNER: Two shows nightly. 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Reservations highly recommended. The Jazz Corner, 1000 William Hilton Pkwy, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.

MONDAYS THROUGH AUGUST

THE SEA TURTLE PATROL TALKS: Bring a chair and enjoy this family- friendly event presented by Director and Marine Biologist, Amber Kuehn, who will let you know how you can help protect this endangered species.

Free and open to the public. 8 p.m.- 9 p.m. Lowcountry Celebration Park, 94 Pope Avenue, Hilton Head Island. seaturtlepatrolhhi.org

MONDAYS SHUCK IT TRIVIA AT BROTHER SHUCKERS

BAR & GRILL: Best trivia on the island. 6:30 p.m., 7 Greenwood Dr, #3, Hilton Head Island. 843-785-7000 or brothershuckershhi.com

MONDAYS

SING INTO SUMMER: Join the Shore Notes women’s chorus summer camp on Aug. 7, 14 and Aug. 21. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Okatee Baptist Church, 5467 N. Okatie Hwy (Route 170), Ridgeland. 843-705-6852 or hiltonheadshorenotes.com

TUESDAYS

HILTON HEAD FARMERS MARKET: Visit our expanding list of regular vendors, plus a rotating schedule of food trucks and new arrivals. Find the freshest local produce, fresh meats, seafood and fresh, baked goods. 9 a.m.- 1p.m. Coastal Discovery Museum, Honey Horn Campus, 70 Honey Horn Dr, Hilton Head Island. ContactRex, Manager- 843-415-8500 or info@ coastaldiscovery.org. coastaldiscovery. org. coastaldiscovery.org

TUESDAYS

THE FARMERS & MAKERS MARKET: A local, charming festival featuring artisans, craft makers and fresh local foods including seafood, produce, breads and baked goods. 10 a.m. -2 p.m. The Shops at Sea Pines Center, 71 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-363-5699 or theshopsatseapinescenter.com

TUESDAYS

FAT TUESDAYS: A swinging celebration of New Orleans & Beyond: Two shows nightly. 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Reservations highly recommended. The Jazz Corner, 1000 William Hilton Pkwy, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.

TUESDAYS THROUGH AUGUST

KAYAKING TOUR OF JARVIS CREEK: Meet at Jarvis Creek and kayak from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. $40/Adult, $36/Child. Book online to reserve in advance. coastaldiscovery.org

WEDNESDAYS (DATES MAY CHANGE)

FARMER’S MARKET AT THE FARM IN PALMETTO BLUFF: Lowcountry Made vendors include local artists, makers and artisans. Upcoming dates include October 4th & 18th, November 8 & 29th and December 17th. Free and open to the public. 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Lcmade.com.

WEDNESDAYS- AUG. 2, 9, 16, 23 ROOT AND BLOOM MARKET: Join us at this weekly market supporting small business and featuring natural foods, organic produce, pastured meats, select artisans and natural wellness products. 3 p.m. -7 p.m. Martin Family Park, 68 Boundary Street, Bluffton. discoverrootandbloommarket.com

WEDNESDAYS

CLASSIC OPEN MIC NIGHT HOSTED BY WILL COOK: Featured artists every week. Beginning at 8 p.m. until late. Elements Restaurant and Lounge, 2 N Forest Beach Dr, Hilton Head. 843802-4942 or elementshhi.com.

WEDNESDAYS

DOLPHIN & NATURE CRUISE: Meet at Broad Creek Marina for this family friendly cruise along Broad Creek and explore the waterways, salt marsh, dolphins and more. $30/Adult, $20/ Child (ages 1-12). 3 p.m.- 4:30 p.m. coastaldiscovery.org

THURSDAYS

DUELING PIANO SHOW: The only Dueling Pianos Show on Hilton Head Island takes place each Thursday night on the Rooftop Bar. 8 p.m. -11 p.m. Poseidon, 38 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-341-3838 or therooftophhi.com

THURSDAYS

CORNBRED AT BROTHERS SHUCKER’S: Enjoy live music beginning at 8:30 p.m. 7 Greenwood Dr, #3, Hilton Head Island. 843-785-7000 or brothershuckershhi.com

THURSDAYS

FARMERS MARKET OF BLUFFTON: Meet local farmers, chefs and artisans every Thursday on Boundary Street and purchase fresh strawberries, produce, beets, potatoes and more. 12 p.m. -5p.m., Martin Family Park, 68 Boundary Street, Bluffton. 843-4152337 or farmersmarketbluffton.org

THURSDAYS

EXPLORE PINCKNEY ISLAND: Meet at Pinckney Island to experience history and nature during a 1.5 mile guided tour of this diverse national wildlife refuge. $15/Adult, $7/Child (ages 4-12). Book online in advance on coastaldiscovery.org

FRIDAYS

SAVANNAH PORT CRUISE: Meet in Savannah and join this cruise to experience the nation’s largest port in action from the water. The Savannah Port has over 50 piers, wharves and docks. $65/Adult, $45/ Child. 10 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Book in advance at coastaldiscovery.org.

BEGINNER SHAG LESSONS AND SOCIAL DANCING: The Hilton Head Island Carolina Shag Club hosts Friday night beginner lessons followed by social dancing. Dances are open to the public and include all styles of dance such as ballroom, wing, country or line dancing. Floor fee is $5. Lessons begin at 5 p.m. Christ Lutheran Church, 829 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head. 843-363-6008 or hiltonheadshagclub.com

SATURDAYS

HILTON HEAD COMMUNITY

MARKET: A volunteer organized food event featuring local artisans and makers. 50 percent of all vendor fees received are donated to a local non-profit organization each month. 9 a.m. -12 p.m. 39 Shelter Cove Ln, Hilton Head Island. Follow @hhicommunitymarket on Facebook.

SATURDAYS

LOUISE SPENCER AND RICK

RADCLIFF AT KIND OF BLUE: Vocalist Louise Spencer and pianist Rick Radcliff offer an evening of jazz and dancing. 5:45 p.m. -7 p.m. Call for reservations- 843-686-2868 or kindofbluehhisc.com