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Upcoming Events

Be sure to check Arts at the Beach  and the

Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, too!

 

       

Pine Lake Estates Neighborhood Watch

7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 12

Friendly’s Restaurant, 4705 N Kings Highway

 

The Pine Lake Estates Neighborhood Watch meets at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 12, at Friendly’s Restaurant, 4705 N Kings Highway.  Contact Crime Prevention Officer Sean Fay at 918-1806 for more information.

 

Fifth Annual Bag Ladies Luncheon

F. G. Burroughs - S. B. Chapin Art Museum

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Thursday, November 12

Marina Inn at Grande Dunes

 

The Franklin G. Burroughs - Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum will holds its Fifth Annual Bag Ladies Luncheon at the Marina Inn at Grande Dunes from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Thursday, November 12.  This event gives you a chance to shop for the perfect gift or accessory, benefit a worthy cause and have lunch all at the same time.  The event raises funds for the Museum’s operating budget, which provides free admission to all patrons year-round, as well as supporting numerous education and outreach programs.  An added feature of the event is a strolling fashion show from Victoria’s Ragpatch.  Tickets are $35 per person.  Space is limited and advance reservations are required and should be made no later than Friday, November 6, at the Art Museum.  For more information, call 238-2510.

 

Volleyball Scramble Tournament

9:00 a.m., Saturday, November 14

Pepper Geddings Recreation Center

 

In this Coed Scramble Tournament, each couple (one man and one woman) plays with his or her partner as a team for the entire tournament.  Each team plays each match with another couple within their pool to form a coed fours team and then competes against another coed fours team formed the same way from your pool.  Each team plays 12 matches, which consist of a single game to 25 points.  Entry fee is $12 per team and is payable at the door.  Pre-registration is required by Thursday, November 12.  For more information, contact Linda Hopkinson at either 843-918-2282 or lhopkinson@cityofmyrtlebeach.com or Rick Harpster at harpstr@atmc.net.

 

NETA Personal Trainer Certification

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Saturday, November 14

8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Sunday, November 15

Myrtle Beach Police Training Annex, 3340 Mustang Street

 

The Myrtle Beach Police Department and NETA are co-sponsoring workshops for personal trainer certification at the Myrtle Beach Police Training Annex, 3340 Mustang Street.  The two day certification includes 14 hours of lecture, demonstrations and practical, hands-on applications.  This extensive workshop is designed for people with some fitness experience.  The workshop fee is $349 if registering prior to October 15, after October 15 the fee is $399.  For more information contact Eric DiLorenzo at 450-3361.

 

Myrtle Beach Professional Firefighters Association Fund-Raising Event

St. Baldrick’s Foundation

2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 14

Bumstead’s Pub, 400 Mr. Joe White Avenue

 

Shave your head for a good cause!  The Myrtle Beach Professional Firefighters Association is raising money to benefit the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, which raises awareness and funds to cure childhood cancer.  Make the decision to shave your head, solicit donations from friends and family and then go to Bumstead’s Pub, 400 Mr. Joe White Avenue at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 14.  For more information, visit http://www.stbaldricks.org or call Jeremy Albornoz at 843-458-4130.

 

The Greening of Myrtle Beach Arbor Day Kick-Off

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Saturday, November 14

Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA, 62nd Avenue North

 

The Greening of Myrtle Beach will be a fun-filled morning of activities celebrating Arbor Day in the City of Myrtle Beach.  Join us as we help plant trees and flowers, create birdhouses and learn about the importance of trees from the Clemson Extension Service Master Gardeners Program, SC Forestry Commission and GreenKeepers.  A special treat will be the Trail of Trees program by our current-day Johnny Appleseed, “Tim Womick” and his friend, Sprig.  If possible, dress in a t-shirt or uniform that represents your group.  Please wear rubber-soled shoes to protect the new gym floor.  Provide plenty of adult supervision for children in your group.  For more information, call 918-1050.

 

9:00 a.m. – Tim Womick will introduce children to trees in a fun, interactive way, in the gym.

 

10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. – Everyone gets to help plant a tree.  Children will be divided into groups and sent on a hunt for their trees along a trail that leads to the East Coast Greenway.  Children also will participate in nature activities while waiting to plant their trees.  Activities include bird house building, daffodil and wildflower planting, bird feeder making and face painting.

 

Booker T. Washington Neighborhood Watch

5:00 p.m., Monday, November 16

Boys and Girls Club, 1404 Carver Street

 

The Booker T. Washington Neighborhood Watch meets at 5:00 p.m., Monday, November 16, at the Boys and Girls Club, 1404 Carver Street.  Contact Crime Prevention Officer Sean Fay at 918-1806 for more information.

 

Pipers Pointe Neighborhood Watch

5:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 17

Pipers Pointe Main Office, 1310 Pipers Pointe Lane

 

The Pipers Pointe Neighborhood Watch meets at 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 17, at the Pipers Pointe Main Office, 1310 Pipers Pointe Lane.  Contact Crime Prevention Officer Sean Fay at 918-1806 for more information.

 

Bent Oak Estates Neighborhood Watch

7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 17

The Potter’s House, 1274 Pridgen Road

 

The Bent Oak Estates Neighborhood Watch meets at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 17, at the Potter’s House, 1274 Pridgen Road.  Contact Crime Prevention Officer Sean Fay at 918-1806 for more information.

 

Up for Discussion – Series of literary topics for discussion

Tuesday, November 17

Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum

 

The Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum teams with the English Department at Coastal Carolina University to offer “Up for Discussion,” a series of literary topics.  The series is in conjunction with the Art Museum’s exhibition, “Faces and Stories: A Portrait of Southern Writers.”  You will have the opportunity to interact with faculty members as they discuss these works.  All Up for Discussion literary events are free and open to the public.  For more information, call 238-2510 or visit http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org.

 

10:00 – 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 17…Jill Sessoms, CCU professor, speaks on South Carolina author Josephine Humphries at Chapin Memorial Library.

 

Carolina Breeze Neighborhood Watch

4:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 18

Carolina Breeze Office, 100 Cedar Street

 

The Carolina Breeze Neighborhood Watch meets at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 18, at the Carolina Breeze Office. 100 Cedar Street.  Contact Crime Prevention Officer Sean Fay at 918-1806 for more information.

 

Seagate Village Neighborhood Watch

7:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 18

Crabtree Memorial Gymnasium

 

The Seagate Village Neighborhood Watch meets at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 18, at Crabtree Memorial Gymnasium, 1004 Crabtree Lane.  Contact Crime Prevention Officer Sean Fay at 918-1806 for more information.

 

Canal Street Neighborhood Watch

7:00 p.m., Monday, November 23

Canal Street Recreation Center, 901 Canal Street

 

The Canal Street Neighborhood Watch meets at 7:00 p.m., Monday, November 23, at Canal Street Recreation Center, 901 Canal Street.  Contact Crime Prevention Officer Sean Fay at 918-1806 for more information.

 

Ramsey Acres Neighborhood Watch

7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 24

Midway Missionary Baptist Church, 1110 Highway 15

 

The Ramsey Acres Neighborhood Watch meets at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 24, at Midway Missionary Baptist Church, 1110 Highway 15.  Contact Crime Prevention Officer Sean Fay at 918-1806 for more information.

 

Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule

City Offices and Solid Waste Services

Thanksgiving Week, November 26-27

 

City offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27, for Thanksgiving.  Solid waste and recycling will be collected as usual in Zone 1 and Zone 2 on Monday and Tuesday, November 23 and 24.  However, both Zone 3 and Zone 4 will be serviced Wednesday, November 25.  No solid waste service will be offered Thursday, November 26, or Friday, November 27.  Questions?  Call the Solid Waste Division at 918-2160.

 

Arbor Day Ceremony

3:30 p.m., Monday, December 7

Claire Chapin Epps YMCA, 62nd Avenue North

 

Celebrate Arbor Day at 3:30 p.m., Monday, December 7, with city officials at Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA.  Activities include Tree City USA recognition, GreenKeepers presentation for purchasing trees, recognition of tree donors and  the Community Appearance Board awards.

 

Adult Basketball League

Registration extended through December 14

Canal Street Recreation Center

 

Looking for exercise, recreation and fun this fall?  Then join the adult basketball league at Canal Street Recreation Center.  Registration has been extended through December 14, for 10-man teams.  The league meeting date is December 16, and league play begins January 5.  For more information about the league, call Antonio Sullivan at Canal Street Recreation Center, 918-1465, or e-mail asullivan@cityofmyrtlebeach.com.

 

Storytimes at Chapin Memorial Library

Through December 18

400 14th Avenue North

 

Baby Storytime:  For ages four to 18 months.  Rhymes, lap bounces, songs and books especially for ages four-18 months and their caregiver.  Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.  Limited to 10 babies and their caregiver.  Pre-registration is required; call 918-1275.

 

Toddler Storytime:  Especially for toddlers two years old.  Stories, flannelboards, fingerplays, songs and a craft especially for toddlers two years old.  Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m.

 

Bookworm Storytime:  For ages three to five years old.  Stories, songs, fingerplays, flannelboards and a craft for ages three to five years.  Thursdays and Fridays at 11:00 a.m.

 

Storytime will not be held on Wednesday, November 11, or the week of November 25.  For details, call 918-1275

 

Text a Librarian

Reference Service through Chapin Memorial Library

Text 66746 or call 918-1275

 

Chapin Memorial Library has a new Reference Service.  Have a question?  Text us!  We now offer Text a Librarian, a free (standard message rates apply) text message reference service powered by Mosio.  To send a question:

  • Text to 66746

  • Start the body of the text with askcml, then a space, followed by your question.

  • Wait for your response.  Questions will be answered as soon as possible during normal library hours.

Base Recreation Center

Classes and Activities

Call 918-2380 for information!

 

Zumba…  Uses great Latin and world music and dance to create a work out that is so much fun you forget you’re burning calories.  The routines feature interval training sessions using slow and fast rhythms to tone and sculpt the body while burning fat.  No dance experience is needed.  Open Zumba meets Tuesday and Thursday from 6:15 to 7:00 p.m. and advanced Zumba meets Tuesday and Thursday from 7:15 to 8:00 p.m.

 

Free Wi-Fi…  Free Wi-Fi services will be available Monday and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Just bring your own laptop, enjoy some coffee, catch up on the world news and surf the web.

 

Senior Movie Schedule…  Come enjoy a free movie for adults and seniors every Tuesday at 3:00 p.m.  Soft drinks and popcorn are available for $1 each.

 

November 10 – O’Horten (PG), starring Baard Owe

November 17 – Ghosts of Girlfriends Past (PG), starring Matthew McConaughey

November 24 – Rain Man (PG-13), starring Dustin Hoffman

December 1 – Dances with Wolves (PG-13), Kevin Costner

December 8 – Miss Congeniality (PG), Sandra Bullock

December 15 – 50 First Dates (PG-13), starring Adam Sandler

December 22 – Home Alone (PG), starring Macaulay Culkin

December 29 – Something’s Gotta Give (PG-13), starring Jack Nicholson

January 5 – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (PG-13), starring Matthew Broderick

January 12 – Father of the Bride II (PG-13), starring Steve Martin

January 19 – Without a Paddle (PG-13), starring Seth Green

January 26 – Cool Runnings (PG), starring John Candy

 

Myrtle Beach Table Tennis Club…  If you enjoy the game of table tennis, come join this competitive group!  All are welcome to play.  The club meets Mondays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.  Just $1 to play.  Annual memberships are available for $10 per year for city residents and $17 per year for non-residents.

 

Bingo…   Bingo, anyone?  Come play every Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. There is no charge for bingo, but please bring a prize for the prize table!

 

Quilting…  Come join the Grand Strand Quilters on Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.  Learn how to make your very own quilt or show off your skills to others.  All are welcome to join this fun and exciting group.  Just $2 per visit.  Annual memberships are available for $10 per year for city residents or $17 for non- residents.

 

Beginner Ballroom Dance Lessons…  with Jim Sterner every Monday from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Students will learn a basic step, rumba, cha cha, waltz, fox trot and much more.  Fees:  $7 per person for city residents and $12 per person for non- residents.

 

Shag/Swing Dance Lessons…  with Jim Sterner every Monday from 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.  Students will learn to shag with moves like male and female turns, a side-by-side turn and much more. $7 per person for city residents and $12 per person for non- residents

 

Line Dance Lessons…  with Sandra Morris every Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.  Just $4 per person for city residents or $6 for non residents.  You’ll love the music, fun and friendly people!

 

Free Game Day…  Come play games with us, every Wednesday from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. for adults and seniors and every Thursday from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. for teens.  Come socialize with others while enjoying Wii games, billiards, table tennis, horseshoes and card and board games.

 

Guitar Lessons…  with Steve Marino every Thursday from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.  Get quick and easy instructions for the beginner student and theory and technique for the developed guitarist. Classes are in 40 minute time slots.  Students must have own guitar and call to schedule time.  Maximum 4 students per time slot.  Fees:  $5 per class for city residents and $8 per class for non-residents.

 

Beginners Taoist Tai Chi…  with Barbara MacDonald from the Taoist Tai Chi Society every Monday and Wednesday from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.  Fees:  $25 per month for city residents and $42 per month for non- residents.  This is a beginner class with 108 moves.

 

Base Book Club…  The Base Recreation Center invites you to join the Book Club. The club will meet every Friday from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. to discuss books of your choice. Please call in advance to register.  It’s free to join, and coffee will be provided.

 

If you are interested in teaching a class or workshop, or want to lead a group at the Base Recreation Center, contact Center Coordinator Matthias Grissett at 843-918-2380 or mgrissett@cityofmyrtlebeach.com.  Program suggestions are welcome!

 

Canal Street Recreation Center

Classes and Activities

Call 918-1465 for information

 

A.M. Fitness Program:  The ultimate workout and conditioning program for young men and women with disabilities and special needs.  This program will specialize in low impact aerobic and anaerobic workout stations and allows participants to work at their own pace.  The program will also offer group activities in the form of basketball, swimming, football, kick ball, hockey, weight lifting, soccer, and dodge ball.  Program runs through December 17.  Class will meet on Tuesday and Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  Fees:  $5 City Resident / $8 Non City Resident

 

Early Bird Fitness Program:  The Early Bird Fitness Program is a one of a kind strength and conditioning program for adults 18 and older.  Workouts will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday and Wednesday.  All participants will have the opportunity to work on their own program goals with qualified instructors.  The fee is $12 for city residents and $20 for non-residents.  For more information call 918-1465 or email canalstreet@cityofmyrtlebeach.com.

 

Senior Bingo Returns to Canal Street:  Come enjoy Bingo on Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Recreation Center.  It’s free, but please bring a $1.00 prize for the prize table.

 

Operation:  “Give Back” Youth Mentor Program:  Canal Street Recreation Center is looking for men and women from the community to serve as mentors for our local youth.  This will be a great opportunity for all adults to “Give Back” to the community.  All mentors must pass a background check and receive 10 hours of mentor training.  For more information call 918-1465 or email docmoore@cityofmyrtlebeach.com.

 

Adult Co-ed Volleyball League:  The Adult Co-ed Volleyball League is for ages 18 and older.  All skill levels are welcome and you can sign up either as a team or individually.  Matches will be held on Monday and Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.  Fees:  $10 City Resident / $17 Non City Resident.

 

Aquatics Lessons and Programs

 

Swim Classes:

      Session 2:  January 16 – March 1 (Registration begins December 17)

 

Pre-School Swim Classes

Age:  3 - 5 years

Fee:  $25.00 city resident/ $42.00 non-city resident

 

Youth Swim Classes
Age:  5½-14 years
Fee:  $35.00 city resident/$58.00 non-city resident

 

Aqua Kids:

 

4:30 – 5:30 p.m.     Monday and Wednesday

11:55 a.m. – 12:55 p.m.     Saturday

 

Aqua Surge:  A non-stop, intense, interval style class which focuses on strength, core stability and cardio.  It is designed to challenge everyone, from the seasoned water exerciser, weekend warrior, cross-training athlete or the fitness challenged.  Come expecting to have fun, work hard, and maybe even get your hair wet.  Water shoes strongly recommended, but not required.  Class meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 12:00 – 12:45 p.m.  Drop-in fees are $5 for city residents, $8 for non-city residents or get an 18 visit punch card for $45 for city residents or $75 for non-city residents.

 

Jivin’ Joints:  A water exercise class designed for individuals with a form of arthritis or related condition.  Jivin’ Joints offers gentle range of motion and endurance activities under the guidance of an Arthritis Foundation trained instructor.  This class is suitable for “pre-hab:” or “re-hab” of hips and knees.  This class focuses on functional skills, core stability and balance.  Class meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.  Drop-in fees are $5 for city residents, $8 for non-city residents or get an 18 visit punch card for $45 for city residents or $75 for non-city residents.

 

Pool Schedule (Through December 31)

 

Lap Swim

 

9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.       Monday – Friday

5:30 - 7:00 p.m.               Monday – Thursday

4:00 – 6:15 p.m.              Friday

 

Open Swim

 

3:00 - 4:30 p.m.   Monday - Friday

 

Combo Swim (Lap and Open)

 

1:00 - 4:30 p.m.     Saturday

1:00 – 5:30 p.m.     Sunday

 

Crabtree Memorial Gymnasium

Classes and Activities

Call 918-2355 for information

 

Crabtree Memorial Gymnasium now features exercise rooms with new equipment, a large weight room, a well-lighted basketball court, two glass-fronted racquetball courts, new locker rooms, a variety of classes and activities and additional parking.  Crabtree Gym is open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday; from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Friday; and from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday.  Call 918-2355 for more information.

 

Beginner Group Cycling:  Class space is limited and are offered on a first come, first serve basis.  Sign up is required no earlier than 15 minutes prior to all cycling classes.

 

10:15 – 11:00 a.m., Monday and Wednesday

6:15 – 7:00 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday

 

Group Cycling Classes:  Come enjoy group cycling at Crabtree Gym.  Class is available on a first-come, first served basis.  Sign up at the front desk.

 

6:15 – 7:00 p.m., Monday and Wednesday

7:15 – 8:00 a.m., Tuesday and Thursday

$4 / person / class – City Resident

$7 / person / class – Non City Resident

24-visit punch card - $30 for city residents or $50 for non-city residents

 

Zumba:  A workout using slow and fast rhythms to tone and sculpt the body while burning fat.

 

Open Zumba

10:00 – 10:45 a.m., Saturday

$4 / person / class – City Resident

$7 / person / class – Non City Resident

24-visit punch card - $30 for city residents or $50 for non-city residents

 

Active Aging Fitness Class:  Recommended for seniors.

 

9:00 – 10:00 a.m., Monday Tuesday and Thursday

$2 / person / class – City Resident

$3 / person / class – Non City Resident

 

Advanced Active Aging Fitness Class:

 

9:00 – 9:45 a.m., Wednesday

10:00 – 10:45 a.m., Friday

$2 / person / class – City Resident

$3 / person / class – Non City Resident

 

Cardio Kick Boxing Class:  An aerobically based martial arts and boxing program.

 

12:00 – 12:45 p.m., Monday and Wednesday

5:15 – 6:00 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday

$4 / person / class – City Resident

$7 / person / class – Non City Resident

24-visit punch card - $30 for city residents or $50 for non-city residents

 

Body Sculpting Class:  Total body workout using tubing and hand weights to define and sculpt your body.

 

12:00 – 12:45 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday

5:15 – 6:00 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday

6:15 – 7:00 p.m., Monday and Wednesday

$4 / person / class – City Resident

$7 / person / class – Non City Resident

24-visit punch card - $30 for city residents or $50 for non-city residents

 

BOSU:  Core strength, balance and posture class.

 

7:15 – 8:00 p.m., Monday and Wednesday

9:00 – 9:45 a.m., Saturday

$4 / person / class – City Resident

$7 / person / class – Non City Resident

24-visit punch card - $30 for city residents or $50 for non-city residents

 

Senior Volleyball:

 

1:00 – 4:00 p.m., Monday and Wednesday

Free for Members

$3.00 Walk-in Fee for Seniors (55 and older)

$5.00 Walk-in Fee for Adults (18-54)

 

Pickle Ball

 

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday and Friday

Free for Members

$3.00 Walk-in Fee for Seniors (55 and older)

$5.00 Walk-in Fee for Adults (18-54)

 

Game Time:  For ages six to 12 years old. 

 

5:00 – 7:00 p.m., Monday and Wednesday through November 18

Fee - $1.00

 

Pepper Geddings Recreation Center

Classes and Activities

Call 918-2280 for more information

 

The following classes and activities are offered at Pepper Geddings Recreation Center.  Pre-registration is required for all classes.  For more information, call Pepper Geddings Recreation Center at 918-2280 or come by the center at 3205 Oak Street and sign up!  We reserve the right to cancel any class that does not meet minimum enrollment.  Can’t find a class or activity to suit your needs?  Call the center at 918-2280 and discuss it with us.

 

PRE-SCHOOL (AGES 3 – 5)

 

Start Smart Sports:  This is a proven instructional program that prepares children for the world of organized sports without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt.  Children work on learning all the fundamentals of sport including catching, passing, kicking and running in a fun atmosphere.  Classes meet from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. for six weeks.  Fees:  $25 City Resident / $42 Non-City Resident.  Pre-registration is required.

 

Monday – Basketball

Tuesday – Tennis

Thursday – All Sport

 

YOUTH PROGRAMS

 

After School Sports & Games:  Stay after school on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. to join in on fun games and contests.  Check with the front desk each Friday for a list of the next week’s activities.  All equipment will be provided.  Parents please pick youth up by 6:00 p.m.

 

5 Star Basketball Camp for Girls and Boys:  (Ages 5-8 and 9-12)  This intense class focuses on complete skill development through individual and group instruction.  The key elements taught in this program include Attitude, Teamwork, Offense, Defense and Total Ball Control.  Classes meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. for ages 5-8 and 5:15 – 6:30 p.m. for ages 9-12.  The fees are $20 for City Resident and $33 for Non-City Resident.

 

Birthday Parties at Pepper Geddings:  Calling all kids!  Sign up to have your birthday party at the “Rec”.  Choose from swimming or gym games with a party room.  For more information call 918-2280.

 

City Spikers Volleyball:  (Ages 8-11 and 12-15)  Looking for a great sport to love?  The City Spikers are waiting for you.  Coach Linda will teach you the skills you will need to succeed.  Skills, Drills and Game Play!  Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. for ages 8-11 and 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. for ages 12-15.  Fees:  $20 City Resident / $33 Non-City Resident.

 

Karate:  (Ages 5 & Over)  Tae Kwon Do is a martial art that uses both the hands and feet.  It is a sport that physically benefits the whole body.  One can develop flexibility, stamina, motor skills, strength, energy, self-confidence and balance.  Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.  Classes are ongoing, with fees due at the start of each month.  New members are always welcome.  Fees:  $7 City Resident / $12 Non-City Resident, monthly at the front desk, and $24 monthly to the instructor.

 

Skate Clinic and Club:  Rain or shine, kids ages 8-11 learn to skate and more in a fun and safe atmosphere!  Clinic meets on Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.  Meet at the Matt Hughes Skate Park behind Pepper Geddings.  Helmets are required.  Fees: $10 City Resident / $17 Non-City Resident.  Pre-registration is required.

 

ADULT AND SENIOR PROGRAMS

 

Open Play Volleyball:  Come play volleyball in your free time!  Come alone or bring some friends.  It’s fun and good fitness, too. 

 

6:00 – 8:45 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday

Free for Members

$3.00 Walk-in Fee for Senior (55 and older)

$5.00 Walk-in Fee for Adults (18-54)

 

Adult/Senior Women’s Volleyball:  This is a special time for Senior Women to come out and Play!  Join our group for fun and fitness and some great volleyball.  Linda will be on hand to coach and encourage.  Class meets on Tuesday and Thursday from 1:-00 – 3:00 p.m.  Free for members or $5 per visit.

 

BOSU:  Do you BOSU?  Join our latest class.  BOSU is a great way to improve core strength and tone your abdominal and back muscles.  Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 – 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. or Monday and Wednesday from 4:30 – 5:00 p.m.  The monthly fee is $10 for City Resident and $17 for Non-City Resident.

 

Body Sculpt:  This is an intense, full body workout designed to stretch and tone all muscles.  Class meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. or Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.  Monthly fees are $20 City Resident and $33 Non-City Resident.

 

Training Squad:  Tired of the same old humdrum workout?  Check out the Training Squad.  Trainers will take the squad through fun and strenuous exercises that are guaranteed to burn fat, increase strength and improve endurance.  Be prepared to head to the beach, the fields, the stadium or to the pool.  The Trainers will do whatever it takes to ensure your success!  Classes meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 – 9:30 a.m., 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. or 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. through December 4.  Fees are $45 for annual members, $55 for City Residents and $90 for Non-City Residents.

 

Fitness Over 50:  A fun and active workout geared just for our over 50 folks.  Upbeat music, moderate impact activity and a group of folk from age 50-90 are the perfect combination for fun!  Class meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00-10:00 a.m.  Fees: $42 City Resident/$75 Non-City Resident for 24 visits.  Class is on-going, and new members are always welcome.

 

Pilates:  Come and enjoy fitness training and mind-body breathing connection information based on the method of Joseph Pilates.  Build a longer, leaner and stronger body using mats, exercise balls and many unique movements.  Classes meet Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. or Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.  Fees are $20 City Resident/$33 Non-City Resident.  

 

Cardio Circuit:  Fast pace workout designed to strengthen and tone all major muscle groups.  Cardio Circuit utilizes the principles of circuit training and interval training to get the most out of this intense 45 minute class.  Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00 – 6:45 p.m.  Fees:  $20 City Resident / $33 Non-City Resident.

 

Cardio Kickboxing:  Take your workout to the next level with this fun and challenging class.  Improve your cardio, strength and coordination while you sweat off the pounds and improve your fitness level.  Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.  Monthly fees:  $20 City Resident / $33 Non-City Resident.

 

Lunch Time Basketball:  Looking for a good lunchtime workout?  Join in for some highly competitive ball.  Half the gym will be organized play while the other half will be open play.  Free for members or $5 per visit for non-members.

 

Pre-Registration is required for all classes.  Minimum enrollment of six must be met for all classes.  We reserve the right to cancel any class due to low enrollment.  Full refund will be provided for any class we cancel.  For more information on these classes, contact the Recreation Department at 918-2280 or come by and register at 3205 Oak Street.

 

AQUATIC LESSONS AND PROGRAMS

 

Swim into the New Year:  The Swim into the New Year challenges swimmers to swim 2010 lengths of the pool in four months.  All participants will have the chance to win prizes, get into better shape and earn a t-shirt.  Fees in addition to membership:  $5 for city residents and $8 for non-city residents.  For more information and to register, stop by the front desk or call 918-2280 or 918-2286.

 

Aqua Kids – This program has been designed to supplement our Summer Swim League.  The program is for participants who enjoy swimming recreationally.  Swimmers must be able to swim at least one length of the pool freestyle and one length backstroke.  This program will improve/teach participants how to use the pace clock, swim all four competitive strokes, and accomplish starts and turns.  Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday from 6:45 – 7:45 p.m.  Fees:  Get an eight visit punch card for $45 City Resident / $75 Non City Resident.

 

Grand Strand Masters Swimming:  United States Masters Swimming (USMS) is a national organization that provides organized workouts, competitions, clinics and workshops for adults aged 18 and over.  Programs are open to all adult swimmers (fitness, tri-athlete, competitive, non-competitive) who are dedicated to improving their fitness through swimming.  Participation in meets is encouraged, but not required.  Masters swim for fitness, stroke development, motivation from a structured environment, and competition.  Team practice times are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 6:30 - 7:30 a.m.

 

Hydroaerobics:  The perfect blend of water and workout!  This is a low impact, fast paced aerobic program designed to improve heart-lunch capacity, flexibility and muscular strength.  The class is held in the shallow end of the pool, so no swimming skills are needed.  Class meets on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.  Drop-in fees are $5 for city residents, $8 for non-city residents or get an 18 visit punch card for $45 for city residents or $75 for non-city residents.

 

Off The Deep End:  This class moves the workout to deep water.  This is a high intensity, non-impact aerobic exercise class.  This program is an excellent cross training and rehabilitative opportunity.  The water workout helps build muscular strength, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness.  Class members wear buoyancy vests for added floatation.  Participants should be comfortable in deep water.  Class meets on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.  Fees:  Drop-in fees are $5 for city residents, $8 for non-city residents or get an 18 visit punch card for $45 for city residents or $75 for non-city residents.

 

Pool Schedule  (Through December 31)

 

Lap Swim

 

6:00 - 8:55 a.m.              Monday – Friday

12:00 - 2:30 p.m.            Monday – Friday

5:30 - 8:45 p.m.              Monday – Thursday

5:00 - 6:30 p.m.              Friday

12:00 – 4:45 p.m.           Saturday

 

Open Swim

 

3:00 - 5:150 p.m.             Wednesday and Friday

7:30 – 8:45 p.m.              Monday – Thursday

12:00 – 4:45 p.m.            Saturday

 

Senior Swim

 

10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.     Monday - Friday

 

Shallow End

 

6:00 – 8:55 a.m.           Monday – Friday

12:00 – 2:30 p.m.         Monday – Friday

7:00 – 8:45 p.m.           Monday - Thursday

 

Faces and Stories:  A Portrait of Southern Writers

Through January 3

Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum

 

The Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum presents Curt Richter’s Faces and Stories:  A Portrait of Southern Writers, an exhibition of black and white portraits paying tribute to the strong literary heritage of the American South.  Mr. Richter’s work has been highly acclaimed by visual art collectors as well as the authors themselves.  His photography has been exhibited internationally and appears in museum collections worldwide.  Regular gallery hours for the exhibit are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, and 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., Sunday.  For more information, call 238-2510 or visit http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org.

 

25 Years of Jonathan Green

Through January 3

Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum

 

The Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum will be displaying 25 Years of Jonathan Green through January 3, 2010.  The exhibition of 21 works, which are part of the Art Museum’s Permanent Collection, will be showcased in the newly named Grace Martin Matlock Education Galleries, donated by Ms. Lily Grace M. Hudson in honor of her mother.  25 Years of Jonathan Green, which is a part of the Barbara Burgess-John Dinkelspiel Collection of Southern Art, was compiled by the retired Boston professional couple who settled in the Lowcountry in 1996, fell in love with the region’s art and culture and began their collection with the work of native South Carolinian Jonathan Green.  Regular gallery hours for the exhibit are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, and 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., Sunday.  For more information, call 238-2510 or visit http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org.

 

Soul’s Journey:  Inside the Creative Process

Through January 8

Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum

 

The Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum presents an exhibit of Soul’s Journey:  Inside the Creative Process.  This exhibit features 22 object makers from across the South who create works of art in ceramic, fiber, glass, metal, wood and mixed media.  The exhibit will be on display through January 8.  Regular gallery hours for the exhibit are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, and 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., Sunday.  For more information, call 238-2510 or visit http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org.

 

Bassmi Ibrahim:  Isness of Being

Through January 8

Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum

 

The Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum presents an exhibition of Bassmi Ibrahim’s lush, lyrical paintings.  Bassmi Ibrahim was born in Cairo, and his artistic talents were noticed at the age of 14 by his art teacher, who took him on as a private student.  He began his Isness series in 2004.  The series invites all to “open one’s mind, focus and enjoy the journey.”  Regular gallery hours for the exhibit are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, and 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., Sunday.  For more information, call 238-2510 or visit http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org.

 

13th Annual Bi-Lo Myrtle Beach Marathon

February 11-14, 2010

Registration is underway

http://www.mbmarathon.com

 

Registration is underway for the 13th Annual Bi-Lo Myrtle Beach Marathon and accompanying events, to be held February 11-14, 2010.  The marathon itself is Saturday, February 13.  Visit http://www.mbmarathon.com to receive more information about this popular event.

 


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