Coastal Companion

The Battle of Secessionville – Charleston, SC

Susanne — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:36:00 +0000

The Re-enactment of The Battle of Secessionville is the focal point of Living History Weekend every November at Boone Hall Plantation. Hundreds of re-enactors help bring the battle alive that occurred 145 years ago — on June 16, 1862. Confederate soldiers at Fort Lamar on James Island kept Charleston from being seized by Union [...]

deFINE ART festival at SCAD – Savannah, GA

Susanne — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:28:37 +0000

The Savannah College of Art and Design showcases the School of Fine Arts with the inaugural deFINE ART festival. The mission of deFINE ART is to establish an annual fall festival highlighting the School of Fine Arts on par with the nationally recognized spring SCAD Style festival. deFINE ART seeks to celebrate the achievements and [...]

2nd Annual Yappy Hour Blue Jeans Ball and Silent Auction

Susanne — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:11:15 +0000

Dress up in your blue jeans, bring all your friends and head to Tybee Island for a fun evening, it’s all for a good cause. Cash bar, silent auction, entertainment and much more. This event is a fundraiser for Coastal Pet Rescue taking place on Saturday November 14, 2009, from 6 pm – 10 pm [...]

Telfair Art Fair 2009 – Savannah, GA

Susanne — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:15:54 +0000

The Telfair Art Fair is one of Savannah’s most popular fall events. Held under a large, lighted tent adjacent to historic Telfair Square, this annual event showcases a variety of original art for sale, with something to suit every budget and taste. The 15th Annual Telfair Art Fair from November 14-15, 2009, on Savannah’s historic [...]

Savannah Children’s Book Festival 2009

Susanne — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:29:33 +0000

The 6th Annual Savannah Children’s Book Festival will take place on Saturday, November 14th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Forsyth Park in Savannah, Georgia. The festival will celebrate the written word and the magic of storytelling with children’s book authors and illustrators from around the country. Come to the Children’s Book Festival in [...]

The Big Trunk Show – Fashion and Design in St Augustine – Florida

Susanne — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:18:58 +0000

Love fashion? This event is designed to put the spotlight on designers and the art of fashion. Come take a look at the fashion designers in our area at this year’s big trunk show. The event also includes music from live DJs, beer and wine specials, Fashion Films, custom t-shirt printing booth and shopping featuring [...]

Holiday Festival of Lights – Charleston, South Carolina 2009

Susanne — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:02:32 +0000

Discover 20 years of holiday magic by participating in a real Lowcountry tradition – The Holiday Festival of Lights in Charleston, South Carolina. This is a tree mile driving tour at James Island County Park. The park is decorated with over two million shimmering lights and about 600 displays. The Holiday Festival of Lights [...]

Veteran’s Day Parade – Jacksonville, Florida

etalentino — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:23:52 +0000

This year’s parade honors our veterans with military units, marching bands, decorative floats, giant balloons, JROTC units, and more! Live entertainment in front of the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts Veterans Day Parade at 11:01 a.m. Downtown Jacksonville - Orange Blossom Performers – 9:45 a.m. - Jacksonville Harmony Show Chorus – 10:30 a.m. - Rebecca Hewitt [...]

Savannah Film Festival Video from Opening Night

Susanne — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:49:30 +0000

The 2009 annual Savannah Film Festival opened with the university’s President Paula Wallace presenting the Outstanding Achievement in Cinema Award to Woody Harrelson and Ben Foster for recognition of their work in the acclaimed drama, “The Messenger.” Also, on hand to share the tribute was the film’s director and co-writer, Oren Moverman. Following the tribute [...]

French Flair in Fernandina – Florida Pétanque America Open

Joe Talentino — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:01:09 +0000

Amelia Island is the only community in the United States to have experienced life under eight different flags, and the first flag was the French. This month Fernandina turns French again when 2009 Pétanque America Open comes to town. Close to 200 players will be playing pétanque, (pron. „pay-tonk’) the French cousin of horseshoes and “bocce” [...]

South Carolina Weekly Show Video 4509

Joe Talentino — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:00:28 +0000

Here is the latest Coastal Companion episode for South Carolina! For more videos to watch, make sure to visit visit the video player page by clicking here. Don’t forget to comment on the video! Just scroll down the page below the video for the comment form. Thanks! We produce three different shows every week, one for each state. [...]

Florida Weekly Show Video 4509

Joe Talentino — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:42:03 +0000

Here is our pick for this week in Florida. Let us know what you think about our choice. You can comment right below this video. If you are looking for more videos to watch, visit the video player page by clicking here. We produce three different shows every week, one for each state. To find out [...]

Georgia Weekly Show Video 4509

etalentino — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:31:54 +0000

Here is the video for this week for Georgia. Find out what our favorite event is on the coast of Georgia for the week. For more videos, just click here to visit our video page.

USS Klakring visiting Jacksonville

Susanne — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:30:35 +0000

During the Sea & Sky Spectacular event in Jacksonville the USS Klakring will be visiting. USS Klakring is U.S. Navy frigate available for free guided ship tours November 7 – 12, 2009. Northbank Riverfront Tour Hours: 1-5 p.m To find out more, visit the ship’s website. For more information about Sea & Sky Spectacular in Jacksonville, click here. It’s the week [...]

From Nashville to Treehill: Songwriter & Music Festival 2009 Video

Susanne — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:02:47 +0000

We went to Treehill Nature Center for the first ever Songwriter and Music Festival and enjoyed a day of music and fun. We also got a chance to meet with Nashville producer Michael Knox, who works with stars such as Trace Adkins and Jason Aldean. Here is the list of the winners: Top 3 Songs: 1) Bryan Fogle 2) [...]

Treehill Nature Center Video – Jacksonville, Florida

etalentino — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:59:14 +0000

Have you ever visited beautiful Treehill Nature Center in Jacksonville? This place is located right in the middle of the city, yet it feels like a visit to undisturbed nature. Treehill is probably most known for its annual Butterfly festival, and the Butterfly garden. Here you can learn about what plants you need to attract [...]

Taste of the Town Summerville 2009

Susanne — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:59:44 +0000

The Taste of the Town is held on the Sunday before Veteran’s Day to honor all veterans. Summerville’s Taste of the Town is also a celebration of great food, music and community. Azalea Park is the idyllic setting for this delicious event where you can sample food from top area restaurants while listening to live [...]

Coastal Empire Fair – Savannah, GA

Susanne — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:15:53 +0000

It’s the last weekend of the Coastal Empire Fair in Savannah, so don’t miss out. There’s a lot to see and to do for the whole family, from cattle and goat live competition to racing pigs, clowns, rides and much more. There’s an impressive line up of shows for this year’s fair, which include everything [...]

Harvest Fest John’s Island County Park – Charleston, SC

Susanne — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:00:50 +0000

Long ago, families would gather to give thanks and celebrate harvest season with a day of feasting, games, music, and fun. Now the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission brings this tradition back by hosting the 8th Annual Harvest Fest Saturday, November 7 at Mullet Hall Equestrian Center in John’s Island County Park. Come on down [...]

Jekyll Island Arts Association’s Fiber and Wood Exhibit

Susanne — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 02:23:20 +0000

Color, textures, elegance and creative essence will be on display from an exceptional group of Fiber and Wood Artists in the Gallery of Goodyear Cottage in Jekyll Island’s Historic District. Opening day of the exhibit will be November 2nd continuing thru November 29th. The Jekyll Island Arts Association sponsoring this exhibit will hold the artists’ [...]

Savannah Film Festival Awards to Woody Harrelson and Ben Foster

etalentino — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 02:07:33 +0000

SCAD President Paula Wallace presents the Outstanding Achievement in Cinema Award to Woody Harrelson and Ben Foster prior to a Special Screening of their new film, “The Messenger” The 2009 annual Savannah Film Festival, hosted by the Savannah College of Art and Design opened tonight with the university’s President Paula Wallace presenting the Outstanding Achievement in [...]

The Winners – Hilton Head Island Concourse d’Elegance 2009

Joe Talentino — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:00:40 +0000

The premier winners, the coveted ‘Best of Show’ and ‘People’s Choice’ awards along with the two recently established honors ‘Most Outstanding Car – Pre-1948′ and ‘Most Outstanding Car – Post-1948′ were chosen today for the prestigious Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival, held at the historic Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Sunday’s Concours [...]

Week of Valor in Jacksonville, Florida

Susanne — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:33:21 +0000

Week of Valor is held November 4-12, 2009 in Jacksonville, Florida. The week begins with the arrival of the Blue Angels on Wednesday, November 4, and ends with the Veterans Day Parade on Wednesday, November 11. The Week of Valor will highlight the Sea and Sky Spectacular and Veterans Day Parade as well as ship tours [...]

Sea and Sky Spectacular Jacksonville 2009

Susanne — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:33:13 +0000

The annual Air show the Sea & Sky Spectacular on November 6 – 8 , 2009 comes to Jacksonville, Florida. This is one of the most popular events in Jacksonville, and no wonder. The Sea & Sky Spectacular is a breathtaking sky show highlighted by the world-famous United States Navy Blue Angels along with other military [...]

Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival

Susanne — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:19:07 +0000

This event is something for car enthusiasts of all kinds. It’s a great opportunity to watch beautiful cars in both Hilton Head, South Carolina and Savannah, Georgia. The festival kicks off already on Thursday Oct 29th in Savannah with the preparations for the race and there’s also a Happy Hour reception for drivers and fans at [...]