Are you crazy about crafts? If so, then the place to be this weekend is the Myrtle Beach area . Now entering its 32 nd year along the Grand Strand, the Craftsmen’s Summer Classic Art and Craft Festival will be at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center from July 31 through Aug. 2, 2015. Come out and meet hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from across the nation. This festival offers something for every style, taste and budget. There are also thousands of choices, with everything from traditional to contemporary, functional to…

Pirates have been a hot commodity these past several years, thanks in no small part to Johnny Depp, and the Myrtle Beach area is right there in the mix with Pirates Voyage . This electrifying dinner theater has had us saying emphasizing our “Arrrrggghhh’s” ever since it first opened for business in 2011. The lot of you will enjoy a king’s feast , while the pirate hordes steal your attention with their antics. It’s the battle between the Crimsons and the Sapphires, and their combat extends from the deck of these full-sized ships to the sky and…

When we’re in the mood to hear fantastic songs sung by bands that are either regional favorites or national touring acts, we head to the House of Blues . The Myrtle Beach area’s concert authority has welcomed such well-known artists as Dave Chappelle, Bush, Cheap Trick, Jane’s Addiction and Weezer, just to name a few. For the latter part of the summer, “Jar of Hearts” singer-songwriter Christina Perri will perform on Aug. 8. Then, on Aug. 22, veteran rock outfit Breaking Benjamin will belt out their hits for the masses. If you’re looking…

The day’s forecast won’t be the only thing you’ll see on The Weather Channel on Friday morning. Popular meteorologists Jim Cantore and Sam Champion will be broadcasting live from the Myrtle Beach area from 7 to 10 a.m. on Friday, July 24. When they’re not giving you a rundown on how your local weather is going to shape up for the weekend, the two will show viewers some of the Myrtle Beach area’s best kept secrets. These include some of our amazing wildlife, delectable cuisine, vibrant wine, skilled surfers, experienced shag dancers,…

In 2015, the Myrtle Beach area is known as a top-notch family beach destination that attracts millions of visitors each and every year. But like all cities and towns across America, it wasn’t always like this. Our history is as rich and varied as any other community. That is why a trip to the Horry County Museum is always such an adventure. Since the beach is such an integral part of who we were, and who we are, it’s fitting that one of the museum exhibits looks at how our 60 miles of coastline have evolved over the generations. Some…

The pink one and the Purple One have taken over the Myrtle Beach area this summer. More specifically, we’re talking about Katy Perry and Prince. And to get even more specific, we mean the celebrity tribute artists currently performing at Legends in Concert . According to “Katy Perry’s” bio, her real name is Nellie Norris, and she calls Las Vegas home. Before singing about California girls, Norris has performed for the Department of Defense’s “MWR” tour in Korea and in Disneyland’s production of “Oklahoma,” just to name a few. Norris is…

We’re still on a bit of a high after Tuesday night’s MLB All-Star Game, and baseball is definitely on the brain. A big congratulations to the American League, who capped their third straight victory over the National League with a 6-3 win. And we have to give a shout-out to Mike Trout, the Los Angeles Angels dynamo who took home MVP bragging rights for the second year in a row. That’s a first for the All-Star Game. It certainly was a great one on Tuesday night. Now that our minds are firmly on baseball here in the Myrtle Beach area , it…

What do Led Zeppelin, The Temptations and Whitney Houston have in common? They are just a few of the bands and musical genres represented in The Carolina Opry’s “ Time Warp ” show. That’s right. The Myrtle Beach area is rockin’ out with the best music of the 60s, 70s and 80s under the roof of the Calvin Gilmore Theatre. In addition to the sweet sounds, this top notch show features great special effects, a rich multimedia screens and fantastic costumes. You definitely don’t want to miss this!…

The automotive beauty has been with us for over 50 years, and now it’s time once again to give her the attention she deserves! The 2015 Mustang Week returns to the Myrtle Beach area July 14 through July 18. A number of activities are taking place all across the Grand Strand to pay homage to this wonderment of American engineering. Things kick off with a meet-and-greet at the Palace Theatre from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 14. The Myrtle Beach Speedway is also hosting a BFGoodrich Track Day on July 15. In between, there are car shows, fun…

We’ve been on a bit of a foodie kick in this space the last few days, and today won’t be any different. Since it’s summer, one of the culinary staples is hamburgers. And in the Myrtle Beach area , if we’re not cooking them on the grill, we’re heading over to River City Café to try one of their unique concoctions. River City Café is a true Grand Strand original. Its rustic atmosphere is always inviting, and with a number of locations throughout the Myrtle Beach area, you can enjoy your burger while overlooking either the Atlantic Ocean, or…