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DECEMBER 2011

December 1 – December 31:
“The Public Art Exhibition on Hilton Head Island” at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Regional, national and international artists were invited to submit pieces for the exhibition with 20 large-scale pieces selected to be on display. One piece will be chosen for Hilton Head Island’s growing public art collection. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-6767 or hhipublicart.org.

 December 1 – December 31:
Annual Shrimpfest at The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village, 4 p.m.-close. Celebrate the local shrimp harvest with a choice of six special shrimp recipes at a great price. Selections include Shrimp Savannah, Shrimp Creole, Voodoo Shrimp, Shrimp Scampi and more. 232 S. Sea Pines Dr. (843) 671-2233 or saltydog.com.

December 1 – December 23:
“A Burst of Color,” an exhibit of works by the 11-member Les Bonnes Artistes, is on display at the Hilton Head Branch Library. Paintings in a variety of media, all with a burst of color. All artwork is for sale. 11 Beach City Rd. (843) 689-5088.

December 1 – January 2:
Christmas Light Festival & Holiday Window Contest in the Harbour Town Yacht Basin. Stroll around the marina enjoying dozens of Christmas light displays, including the Harbour Town Lighthouse, and vote for your favorite original works of art created by local elementary school students on display in shop windows. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.

December 1 – December 31:
South Beach Christmas Village with hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights and falling snow. Free Santa Visits & Pictures with treats for the whole family at the South Beach Inn on Nov. 25-26, Dec. 2-3, 9-10 & 16-17 from 3-7 p.m. 232 S. Sea Pines Dr. (843) 363-2198 or saltydog.com.

December 1 – December 18:
The South Carolina Repertory Company presents “Oh Coward,“ a celebration of one of theatre’s greatest entertainers – Noel Coward. Broadway director and choreographer Josh Rhodes brings Coward’s effervescent music, satirical quips and witty repartee to life. November 30 is Preview Night with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Safe Harbour. 136 Beach City Rd. (843) 342-2057 or hiltonheadtheatre.com.

December 1 – 31:
South Beach Christmas Village with hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights and falling snow. Free Santa Visits & Pictures with treats for the whole family at the South Beach Inn on Nov. 25-26, Dec. 2-3, 9-10 & 16-17 from 3-7 p.m. 232 S. Sea Pines Dr. (843) 363-2198 or saltydog.com.

December 1 – 31:
“The Public Art Exhibition on Hilton Head Island” at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Regional, national and international artists were invited to submit pieces for the exhibition with 20 large-scale pieces selected to be on display. One piece will be chosen for Hilton Head Island’s growing public art collection. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-6767 or hhipublicart.org.

December 1 – 18:
The South Carolina Repertory Company presents “Oh Coward,“ a celebration of one of theatre’s greatest entertainers — Noel Coward. Broadway director and choreographer Josh Rhodes brings Coward’s effervescent music, satirical quips and witty repartee to life. 136 Beach City Rd. (843) 342-2057 or hiltonheadtheatre.com.

December 1 – 15:
Annual Shrimpfest at The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village, 4 p.m.-close. Celebrate the shrimp harvest with 10 favorite shrimp recipes, each at a great price. Selections include Russian, Greek, Tequila, fried shrimp and more. 232 S. Sea Pines Dr. (843) 671-2233 or saltydog.com.

December 2 & 9:
Hilton Head Island Holiday Farmers Market at Historic Honey Horn, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh, locally-grown produce, plus meats, poultry, seafood, flowers, preserves, pasta, breads, pies and more. Free parking. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 785-2767 or farmersmarkethiltonheadisland.com.

December 3 – 17:
Visit with Santa Tanger Style in the courtyard at Tanger Outlet 2, 12-4 p.m. Professional photos with Santa. Kids receive a free treat and parents get a free coupon book. 1414 Fording Island Rd. (843) 837-4339 or tangeroutlet.com.

December 4:
The Hilton Head Choral Society’s 27th Annual Christmas Tour of Homes in Bluffton’s Belfair Plantation, 12-5 p.m. Spectacular homes decorated in holiday finery will be on display with free drawings for a Mark Roberts Christmas Fairy. Discounted tickets may be purchased in advance. (843) 341-3818 or hiltonheadchoralsociety.org.

December 5:
“Moet Hennessey” AIWF Hilton Head Wine Tasting at Cork’s Wine Bar in Island Crossing Center, 5-6 p.m. Non-members welcome, $15 fee. 11 Palmetto Bay Rd. (843) 812-8466 or aiwf.org/hiltonhead.

December 5:
The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra presents “Celebrate the Season,” a concert featuring guest conductor Teddy Abrams ,and Annie Bender, 2011 HHSO Youth Concerto Competition winner, at First Presbyterian Church, 8 p.m. Highlights include Mozart’s Sleighride, the Hallelujah Chorus and selections from the Nutcracker. 540 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-2055 or hhso.org.

December 6:
“Tasteful Tuesday” at Benny Hudsons’ Seafood Market, 6 p.m. Learn about the Island’s history and the history of the Hudson family with a cooking demonstration, samples and wine provided by the Island Winery. Bring a chair and beverage. Reservations required, cost is $3 per person. 175 Squire Pope Rd. (843) 682-3474.

December 6:
Archaeology Society of SC/Hilton Head Christmas Social at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, 7 p.m. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 363-5058 or assc.net.

December 7 – 31:
The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina presents “The Drowsy Chaperone,“ one of Broadway’s funniest song-and-dance musicals. A hilarious show-within-a-show about a Broadway fanatic in love with a 1928 smash hit called “The Drowsy Chaperone.” 14 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 842-2787 or artshhi.com.

December 9:
The Hilton Head Choral Society presents “The Sounds of Christmas: Holiday Classics” at First Presbyterian Church, 8 p.m. Traditional carols and holiday tunes from England, Europe and the USA featuring the HHCS chorus, Youth Chorale and orchestra. 540 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 341-3818 or hiltonheadchoralsociety.org.

December 10:
Hilton Head Island Winter Wonder Festival in Shelter Cove Community Park, 4-8 p.m. Golden Candy Cane Hunt, holiday entertainment, marshmallow roasting, blowup rides, holiday crafts and more. Admission is $10 for ages 2-18; parents and grandparents are free. Food sold separately. Proceeds benefit the Island Recreation Association Children‘s Scholarship Fund. 39 Shelter Cove Lane. (843) 681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.

December 18:
Dixieland Jazz Society of the Lowcountry New Orleans-style Jazz Jam at The Jazz Corner in The Village at Wexford, 2-5 p.m. Free admission, minimum purchase for table seating. 1000 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. (843) 842-8620 or djslc.com.

December 25:
9th Annual Community Christmas Day Dinner at The Holiday Inn Oceanfront, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Organizers are seeking 300 people to volunteer to help between 7 a.m.-5 p.m. They are also looking for donations of money and other items. To volunteer or make donations, call (843) 705-5725, (843) 304-1086 or visit hihiltonhead.com.

December 27 – 31:
SC/GA Dual State Championships at the Van Der Meer Tennis Center. 19 DeAllyon Ave. (843) 785-8388 or vdmtennis.com.

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