Cultural Council of Georgetown County Hosts Busy April of Events

The Cultural Council of Georgetown County boasts an impressive lineup of activities for April. Whether you’re living in the Pawleys Island-Murrells Inlet area, visiting on vacation or taking the short drive south from Myrtle Beach, you’ll see exactly why Georgetown County has become a go-to destination for the best in cultural celebrations and the arts:

• The final performance of the 1st Sundays at 4 Chamber Music Series will be held on Sunday, April 6, 4 p.m. at Holy Cross Faith Memorial Church. Previous performances with members of the Long Bay Symphony and other local talents have been a tremendous success; tickets for Sunday’s performance are $20 each. Click here for more information.
• The Seacoast Artist Guild of SC, Inc. will hold its 2nd Spring Arts Show on April 11-13 at Precious Blood of Christ Catholic Church. Guild members and non-members alike will be exhibiting 2-dimensional, 3-dimensional, and photographic works. All works will be for sale. People's Choice Awards will be given at the reception on April 13, 2-4 p.m.: viewing the exhibit is free and open to the public. Check out the event page for details.
• Mark your calendars for the 3rd Annual Treasures of the Tidelands Festival, kicking off on Friday, April 25 with the opening of the Gullah Rice Celebration in Pawleys Island. This is an exciting year as the festival partners with the Gullah Rice Celebration, drawing attention to the importance of the Gullah culture and its historical impact. Other events will showcase many talented youths in the area with dance and musical performances, as well as poetry and photography. The festival concludes May 3 with the Long Bay Symphony playing on the waterfront in downtown Georgetown. Many events are free, and showcase the rich arts and culture along the South Strand. Visit the Treasures of the Tidelands home page for more information.