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The Chamber Connection is now ONLINE! The chamber’s monthly newsletter, The Chamber Connection, is now available to view online. Go to our homepage: www.northmyrtlebeachchamber.com and click on the Chamber Connection link in the top left corner! For more information on advertising in the newsletter please call Vicki Keibler at (843) 241-2109.

House of Blues presents Live @ 5 sponsored by the Weekly Surge. Join us on the Sugar Shack Deck every Thursday for...free Happy Hour eats and drink specials. Live Entertainment from 5-12 pm. And don’t forget about our Teen Nights July 31st, August 2nd and15th (8:00pm-Midnight) $10. Visit www.hob.com for more information.

The North Myrtle Beach High School Marching Chiefs Band Boosters are presenting a Captain's Choice Golf Tournament, September 9, 2007, at Crown Park Golf Course. The funds generated will help the band finance their trip to march in the WALT DISNEY WORLD'S MAIN STREET CHARACTER PARADE. Hole sponsorship is $100, Team sponsorship is $200 and a combined Hole and Team sponsorship is $300. For more information call: David Hoff, Booster Club President 843-450-2610 or Crown Park Golf Club, 843-756-3200.

2007 Tax Free Holiday in South Carolina is this weekend! South Carolina's Tax-Free Shopping Dates are August 3rd -5th. Tax free items include: Clothing, Accessories, Footwear, School supplies, Computers and Computer equipment.

Pyramid Engineering has moved!!! Come visit our new spacious office with more available parking at 1021 2nd Ave. N., Suite 5, North Myrtle Beach adjacent to Santee Cooper. Please make a note of our new phone number, 843-280-9400, fax 843-280-9402. www.pyramidengineering.com

Join us for New Member Orientation this Wednesday at 8:30 am! Learn what great benefits the chamber has to offer! New and existing members are welcome! Light refreshments will be served. Held at the chamber office at 8:30 am this Wednesday, July 25th!

The Chamber Connection is now ONLINE! The chamber’s monthly newsletter, The Chamber Connection, is now available to view online. Go to our homepage: www.northmyrtlebeachchamber.com and click on the Chamber Connection link in the top left corner! For more information on advertising in the newsletter please call Vicki Keibler at (843) 241-2109.

This week at Cowboys Nightlife: Friday and Saturday July 27 & 28 - Country, Rock and Southern Rock with James Haas, Tammy Lee Nance and Joe Michaels on stage. Wednesday Karaoke 9:00 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:00 pm Cowboys Tribute Show! Elvis, Kenny Chesney, John Cougar Melencamp and Patsy Cline. Tribute Cowboys Nightlife is located at 1019 Hwy 17 S, North Myrtle Beach. Call 272-4545 for more information.

The Coastal South Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross will host its annual Hurricane Golf Classic on Aug. 4 at True Blue Golf Club in Pawleys Island. The benefit tournament will begin with a 1 p.m. registration and lunch provided by McAlister’s Deli followed by a 2:30 p.m. shotgun start. Cost for the four-person Captain’s Choice tournament is $400 or $100 per player. There will be prizes for a hole-in-one, closest-to-the-pin and longest drive. Martin’s PGA Tour Superstore is providing a Hummer Golf Cart for a hole-in-one. In addition, a cruise valued at $5000 is offered by Cruise One-Myrtle Beach. The tournament will be held rain or shine and all proceeds will benefit the local chapter of the American Red Cross, which serves Horry, Georgetown and Williamsburg counties. For information, call 477-0020.

For the first time in 30 years, North Myrtle Beach High School Football is on the radio! Tyler Watkins and Wayne White will do the play by play as the district champion Chiefs football team begins its 2007 season. The action begins as the NMB Chiefs travel to Loris to take on the Loris Lions. Airtime is 6:45 pm on AM Stereo 900 WNMB, and on the internet at www.wnmb.net . You can also catch the game on the audio of Cable Channel 15 in North Myrtle Beach and Little River.

Christmas in July for the children in Shelters Seahaven, Turbeville, and Horry County. Drop off school supplies (pencils, pens, markers, erasers, notebook paper, rulers, tape, folders, backpacks, etc.) and food items (juice, punch, kool-aid, canned foods, spaghetti, raviolis, fruit snacks, hamburger helper, tomato sauce, etc.) to the North Myrtle Beach Chamber office. They will be taking the items to the homes on July 28th. Pick up from the chamber will be Friday, July 27th. For further information contact Tonya Simpson at (843) 458-1083.

June Business After Hours takes place on Thursday, June 21st from 5:30- 8:00 pm Bass Pro Shop, located at Colonial Mall, North Myrtle Beach. Enjoy food, beverages, door prizes all while networking with fellow Chamber members!

Ingram Planetarium will have a Rock ‘n’ Roll Laser Show starting July 5th through July 28th! Call 910-575-0033 for details!

The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach will hold their annual yard sale on Saturday, June 30th from 7 am- 2 pm at NMB Hooters Restaurant parking lot, located at 1211 Hwy 17 N. Please come out and support the homeless animals.

Do you have photography of North Myrtle Beach? Scenic, dining or activities? Please share your photographs with us! Call Jennifer Prince if you are interested in sharing your pictures with the chamber for use in our marketing campaign.
Call 281-2662 or email Jennifer@northmyrtlebeachchamber.com.

The NMB Humane Society is having a baby shower! Help them welcome their new puppies and kittens! The new arrivals need dry puppy & kitten food, canned cat food, dog & cat toys and clay litter. During the month of June bring shower gifts to the shelter at 209 Bay Street, NMB. Call 249-4948 for more information.

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USBA (United States Basketball Association) is coming to North Myrtle Beach!   Over 8,000 players and their families will be here June 19th -30th for this annual basketball tournament. The chamber will be making 1,700 gift bags for the players, if you would like to include a coupon or discount in the gift bags please contact Ruth Anne Ellis at (843) 281-2662. And help welcome the players by putting “Welcome USBA” on your marquee during the week of June 19th – 30th.

Are your kids mad that they missed out on an opportunity for summer camp?   The North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department may be able to help. We still have space available in some of our camps! Space is available in our tennis (5-15+ yrs), fishing (8-14 yrs), basketball (5-8 yrs), and sciensational camps (6-12 yrs). Call the North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department for more information at 843-280-5570 or visit them at 1030 Possum Trot Road to pick up a copy of the ‘Fun Zone’.

The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach will hold their annual yard sale on Saturday, June 30th from 7 am- 2 pm at NMB Hooters Restaurant parking lot, located at 1211 Hwy 17 N. Please come out and support the homeless animals.

This week at Cowboys Nightlife: Every Day DJ. Happy Hour 5pm – 7pm, full food menu. Wed & Thurs Karaoke 8pm, Sundays 7pm Elvis and Kenny Chesney Tribute (Watch for special appearances of 9 year old Gabbie Rae). Fridays Line Dance Lessons 7pm. Friday & Saturday Special Classic Rock Show by Myrtle Beaches own ‘Sick Stooges’ Classic Rock done right! Soon to come, additional show time’s, Wednesdays 7pm and Thursdays 1pm. Cowboys is located at 1019 Hwy 17 S, North Myrtle Beach. Call 272-4545 for more information.

Spectacular Savings at Ocean Resorts and Tilghman Beach & Racquet. 2 & 3 bedroom specials! Call 800-334-5016 or visit www.oceanresortsrentals.com.

Do you have photography of North Myrtle Beach? Scenic, dining or activities? Please share your photographs with us! Call Jennifer Prince if you are interested in sharing your pictures with the chamber for use in our marketing campaign. Call 281-2662 or email   Jennifer@northmyrtlebeachchamber.com.

Ingram Planetarium is looking for sponsors for their Laser Light Show beginning on July 3rd-Aug 4th. Sponsorship levels range from $250 Lunar Show Sponsor all the way to $2000 Stellar Show Sponsor. Call Scott Kucera at (910) 575-0033.

The NMB Humane Society is having a baby shower! Help them welcome their new puppies and kittens! The new arrivals need dry puppy & kitten food, canned cat food, dog & cat toys and clay litter. During the month of June bring shower gifts to the shelter at 209 Bay Street, NMB. Call 249-4948 for more information.

The North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department presents one of the many Sounds of Summer Concerts this Friday, June 15th from 7:00-9:00 pm at McLean Park. The FREE concert will feature the Tru Sol Band playing family friendly Motown and soul music. Bring a lawn chair, blanket, food and non-alcoholic beverages. For more information contact the North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department at 843-280-5570.

Do you have photography of North Myrtle Beach? Scenic, dining or activities? Please share your photographs with us! Call Jennifer Prince if you are interested in sharing your pictures with the chamber for use in our marketing campaign. Call 281-2662 or email Jennifer@northmyrtlebeachchamber.com.

The Grand Strand Piano Center invites you to three exciting programs! Tuesday, June 5th at 7:00 pm, Wednesday, June 6th at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Piano events featuring composer, recording & touring concert artist Rick DePiro. FREE CONCERT, you will love it! RSVP appreciated but not required 272-0904.

Ingram Planetarium is looking for sponsors for their Laser Light Show beginning on July 3rd-Aug 4th. Sponsorship levels range from $250 Lunar Show Sponsor all the way to $2000 Stellar Show Sponsor. Call Scott Kucera at (910) 575-0033.

The NMB Humane Society is having a baby shower! Help them welcome their new puppies and kittens! The new arrivals need dry puppy & kitten food, canned cat food, dog & cat toys and clay litter. During the month of June bring shower gifts to the shelter at 209 Bay Street, NMB. Call 249-4948 for more information.

The North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department presents one of the many Sounds of Summer Concerts on Friday, June 15th from 7:00-9:00 pm at McLean Park. The FREE concert will feature the Tru Sol Band playing family friendly Motown and soul music. Bring a lawn chair, blanket, food and non-alcoholic beverages. For more information contact the North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department at 843-280-5570.

This week at Cowboys Nightlife: Every Day DJ. Happy Hour 5pm – 7pm,. Wed & Thurs Karaoke 8pm, Sundays 7pm Elvis Tribute, Fridays Line Dance Lessons 7pm, Live Band 9pm. Full Food Menu.

Eagle Resorts, Inc and Eagle Realty are proud to announce, "Here We Grow Again!" Eagle Appraisal has been launched and is here for all your Appraisal needs. Larry Harpley (SRA, RAA, GRI) is heading up the division and has a world of experience that you can trust. Whether your a lender looking for a quality company to get you timely results or a buyer or seller looking for a real value on your property, Eagle Appraisal is the company for you. The name you trust for quality Real Estate services now has an added value for you! Stay tuned for more from Eagle Realty (E.R.I).

May 22nd, 2007

Beat the crowds and the heat to enjoy the beautiful serenity of the early morning in North Myrtle Beach. Every Wednesday beginning June 6th at 6:15 a.m. the North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a walking club for the public. Kick off your summer exercise program with the support of others. Individuals are invited to meet at the Ocean Park Beach Access located at the end of 1st Avenue South and Ocean Drive at 6:00 a.m. for stretching; walking and running will commence at 6:15 a.m. Come meet others who enjoy exercising in the early morning. All ages and walking/running ability are welcome. No reservation or fees are required. For more information contact the NMB Parks and Recreation Department at 843-280-5570.

National Association of Women in Construction is having their 17th Annual Golf Tournament on June 23, 2007 at Myrtle Beach National. To sign up for a Hole Sponsor and/or a team call Shirley Horne at 448-0220 or Sue Cline at 449-0757. Give away items or donations are greatly appreciated. All proceeds go to supporting our annual scholarship, educational opportunities and the Chapter.

The Legendary 2001 Teen Night returns all summer long at Club Touch inside 2001 Nightclub. Teens can party in a clean, safe, fun club atmosphere beginning June 10th! Sundays and Mondays, 8 pm- Midnight. Ages 13-17 welcome! Non-alcoholic beverages served and $1.50 pizza slice! Call 843-449-9435 for more information.

The Underdog Family Sports Grill and Pub presents “Extra Innings” every night from 10 pm- 2 am! $2.75 drink specials and late night food available. Dart, pool, bev. pong, ping pong, and silver strike tournaments! Gift certificate prizes- Never pay to eat or drink again (if you’re that good). Located at 304 E Hwy 90, Little River. Call 843-249-2333 for more information.

Big Barn Fabrics & More located @ Hwy 90 & Big Barn Dr., Little River. 10% off sale on Fabrics only-May 25th- 26th Sign up for window treatment classes for Sat., May 26th Classes begin at 10:00am and end @ 12:00pm. Call 843-390-5959 for more information.

The New York Black & White Ball @ Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church featuring the Andrew Thielen Big Band! Friday, May 25th, Gourmet Dinner and Valet Parking. Two seatings: 5:00 pm & 8:00 pm. $25.00 per person. All proceeds go to support Ocean Drive Student Ministries. Gourmet dinner includes: Salad, Chicken Marsala, Dessert, Tea & Coffee. 8 people to a table. Come by the Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church Office at 410 6th Avenue South, to choose your table. Seating is limited so please make your reservation quickly. Singers will include but not limited to: Mary Kline, Kelly Gabriele, Jean Gray, Walt Anderson. Come join the FUN!! Check out the band at: www.bigbandonline.com

The North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce HAS A CO-OP ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITY with Skylights, the in-flight magazine of Spirit Airlines -deadline has been extended to May 18^th! Skylights is a bi-monthly magazine reaching over ONE MILLION consumers each issue. The upcoming JULY/AUGUST 2007 issue, which closes May 18th, will have an editorial feature on the Grand Strand. The North Myrtle Beach Chamber will be advertising in the co-op program. Co-op rates offered as follows:

The 2007 North Myrtle Beach Sounds of Summer Concert Series is here! On Friday, May 18^th from 7:00 – 9:00 pm there is only one place to be… McLean Park! The concert will feature the DB Bryant Band who has opened for national classic rock legends such as Lynyrd Skynard, Bad Company, Grand Funk Railroad, Foghat and 38 Special. Bring a lawn chair, blanket, food and non-alcoholic beverages. Best part of it all is that it’s FREE. For more information or concert dates contact the North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department at 843-280-5570.

The New York Black & White Ball @ Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church featuring the Andrew Thielen Big Band! Friday, May 25th, Gourmet Dinner and Valet Parking. Two seatings: 5:00 pm & 8:00 pm. $25.00 per person. All proceeds go to support Ocean Drive Student Ministries. Gourmet dinner includes: Salad, Chicken Marsala, Dessert, Tea & Coffee. 8 people to a table. Come by the Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church Office at 410 6^th Avenue South, to choose your table. Seating is limited so please make your reservation quickly. Singers will include but not limited to: Mary Kline, Kelly Gabriele, Jean Gray, Walt Anderson. Come join the FUN!! Check out the band at: www.bigbandonline.com

Join us for Mayfest on Main this Saturday, May 12th! There will be lots of arts, crafts and food vendors. This year’s entertainment for Mayfest is spectacular, including:

· The "Rising" Country Music Star, Brooke Morton, cousin of the Everly Brothers.

Members of The U.S. Army "Golden Knights" Parachute Team will be performing at the Celebration. The team will jump from 10,000 ft above the main stage at the Horseshoe in Ocean Drive, around 10 a.m. on May 12, to kick off Mayfest 2007! Bring a "Beach Chair" for FREE CONCERT! Free Shuttle Service from parking areas, shuttle service begin at 8:30 am. Hope to see you there! Call (843) 281-2662 for more information or visit www.nmbevents.com .

The North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce HAS A CO-OP ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITY with Skylights, the in-flight magazine of Spirit Airlines -closes MAY 15^th. Skylights is a bi-monthly magazine reaching over ONE MILLION consumers each issue. The upcoming JULY/AUGUST 2007 issue, which closes May 15th, will have an editorial feature on MYRTLE BEACH. The North Myrtle Beach Chamber will be advertising in the co-op program. Co-op rates offered as follows:

· 1/6th Page 4 Color-Gross rate is $1,345, less 5 % discount = Net investment of $ 1,086 for a two month exposure.

· 1/3rd Page 4 Color- Gross rate is $ 2,760, less 10% discount = Net investment of 2,111.

Brenna Reardon, the Account Manager will be in Myrtle Beach this week and available to meet with you either Wednesday, May 9th or Thursday, May 10th. Enjoy bonus exposure on www.skylightsmagazine.com . You have an opportunity to post an offer on the site. For more information call Brenna Reardon at 1-305- 495-1857 or email brenna@worthit.com.

This week at Cowboys Nightlife: Sunday May 13, James Haas’s Special Mothers Day Tribute to Elvis at 4pm. Free for all women plus get a rose. Others $10.00pp. Special guest 8 yr old “Gabbie Rae.” Fri. May 11^th through Sat. May 19^th. Live entertainment daily with DJ, Special Biker Rally Events & Special Games. Free admin. Full food menu.

Barefoot Resort Yacht Club will celebrate its first anniversary on May 11-13 with its 2nd Annual In-Water Boat Show presented by Premier Resorts. It will feature dozens of powerboats, displays of marine accessories, and live entertainment. The event is open to the public and admission is $5 for adults and free for children under 12. Hours are 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday; and 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. on Sunday. The Carousels will be performing live on DockSider’s Grille deck on Friday and Saturday evenings, starting at 5 p.m .

Join the North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department on May 18 from 7:00-9:00 pm at McLean Park for an evening with your family and friends listening to live music, picnicking and playing in the safe and fun environment of beautiful McLean Park. The FREE concert will feature the DB Bryant Band playing family friendly classic rock music. Bring a lawn chair, blanket, food and non-alcoholic beverages. For more information contact the North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department at 843-280-5570.

Monday, May 21 the North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department is taking a bus to Florence, SC to indulge in a tasty experience at Young Pecans Gift Shop, where you will find candies, gift baskets, jams and more. Then you’re off to the Columns, the last working plantation in the Pee Dee. Greeted in period clothing, you will be given a tour of the house and gardens while hearing the history of the plantation. Next is a delicious Southern lunch graciously served in the atmosphere of an old well-known boarding house, Webster’s Manor and then on to the South Carolina Tobacco Museum. This trip is completed with a chocolate lover’s delight, a stop at the Russell Stover Outlet. The tour is $45 per person and includes a tour guide, lunch, transportation and all admissions. Register at the J. Bryan Floyd Community Center by Monday, May 14^th at 5:00 p.m. For more information call 843-280-5570.

Vacation Special at Starfish Travel! Call today to learn more, Call Starfish Travel at 267-0564 for more information.

Grapefull Sisters Vineyard will hold a festival on Saturday, June 9^th starting 2:00 pm – until. $5.00 at the gate. For your comfort, please bring a chair. Entertainment provided by Natty Boh, an acoustic duo from Charlotte, NC that features guitar, vocals and mandolin. Need directions? Mapquest: 4903 Ramsey Ford Rd. Tabor City, NC 28463 or call 910-653-2944.

Coastal Therapeutic Massage is offering a Mothers Day Special, including gift certificates available for ½ and1 hr. at special rates. Call (843) 902-7687 today! Appointments available in professional office or at your home. Call Cheryl Garnant (SC #1506), for details!

Kiwanians of North Myrtle Beach work together to achieve what one person cannot accomplish alone. Our focus is to make North Myrtle Beach a better place to live. Please join us at our next meeting on Tuesday, May 15^th at Noon at Dynamites at Dock Holidays. Call Kim Dayvault at 997-9416 for more information.

Join us for New Member Orientation this Wednesday at 8:30 am! Learn what great benefits the chamber has to offer! New and existing members are welcome! Light refreshments will be served. Held at the chamber office at 8:30 am on Wednesday, April 25th.

Victory Over Violence 4^th Annual Basket Auction is this Saturday, April 28^th from 7 – 11pm at the House of Blues! Open bar from 7-10 and heavy appetizers. Live entertainment provided by local “Dueling Pianist.” Make a difference in the lives of local women and children- Proceeds benefit CASA. Tickets are $50 and available at the Chamber office. Call Jennifer Prince at (843) 450-2554 for more information.

The 8^th annual Cycle to the Sea is this weekend, April 26^th - April 28^th. Twenty- six athletes from the Adaptive Sports & Adventure Program (ASAP) at Carolinas Rehabilitation will use his or her arms to pedal a handcycle the entire 180-mile route from Monroe to North Myrtle Beach. The ride will take place rain or shine and will end at the Baywatch Resort in North Myrtle Beach. Cyclists will begin arriving at 3 pm on Saturday, April 28^th. Members of the Coastal Business Alliance will be on hand to assist riders and support the event. For more information contact CHS Public Information, 704-355-3141. (For more information regarding the Coastal Business Alliance contact Whitney Prince at (843) 267-0716 or Edward Prince at (843) 222-6329.)

Waterfall Spring Event on April 26^th from 4:30-8:00 pm. Sponsored by RE/MAX At the Coast. View their newest custom homes including the distinctively unique courtyard series with extravagant summer kitchens, custom features and more. Call Donna at (843) 663-5663 for more information.

Do you have a good photo of a local sunset? Bring it to Ingram Planetarium on Saturday, May 12 from 2-4 p.m. Staff will copy it and include it in the Planetarium's Sunset Photo Collage. Limit one free dome show from 2 - 4 p.m. Ingram Planetarium is located at 7625 High Market Street behind Food Lion at the Village at Sunset Beach. Call 910.575.0033 or visit www.ingramplanetarium.org for more information.

The Kiwanis Club of North Myrtle Beach is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Their focus is to make North Myrtle Beach a better place to live. Please join us the 1^st & 3^rd Tuesdays of each month at Dynamite’s Dock Holidays at 12:00 Noon. For more information contact Kim Dayvault at 997-9416.

This week at Cowboys Nightlife. Sunday, James Haas’s Elvis Tribute 4pm $10.00pp with special guest 8 yr old “Gabbie Rae”. Fri & Sat Live Entertainment (Free admin for locals except for special events). Wed, Thurs and Sunday dance lessons. Tuesday Open Mic & Karaoke 8pm. Wed. & Thurs Karaoke 8 week contest $1000 total prizes. Wednesday in house 8 ball pool tournament. Full Food Menu.

Chick-fil-a and King of Glory Lutheran Church will hold a Relay for Life Festival on Monday, April 23^rd from 5-9 pm in the Chick-fil-a parking lot at Gator Hole Plaza. Proceeds from the games and food sales will benefit the 2007 North Myrtle Beach/ Little River Relay for Life.

Rolling Thunder is hosting a Spaghetti Dinner at The Beaver Bar Thursday, April 26^th from 5:30- 7 pm. $6/ per person. Includes spaghetti, garlic bread and salad. Proceeds to purchase canteen bucks for the VA Center @ National Rally. “Come support our Veterans.” For more information call Emmit Jones at (843) 651-9739 or The Beaver Bar (843) 651-3413.

Join us for the 3^rd Annual Kentucky Derby Party to benefit the Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach. 132^nd Running of the Roses on Saturday, May 5^th from 4 – 7 pm. The party will be held at Greg Norman’s Australian Grille, hors d’oeuvres will be served. Come, make a donation, and win wonderful prizes at a very stylish event benefiting the Human Society of NMB!

Announcing a Special High-Impact Customer Service Training Seminar, “Customer Service that Delivers Value.” Customers expect value in their products and in the customer service they receive. You earn the right to get more business and you prove your value with each service opportunity. In this seminar participants will learn how to build and maintain excellent customer relations and deliver value to all of their customers. Held on April 27^th from 8:30 to 12:00 pm at the Sea Trail Conference Center in Sunset Beach. Special pricing of $45 per person. Visit www.ceelliott-training.com or Call 866-201-0035 to register today!

Make someone’s May Day! Pick up a basket from Guest Services at Colonial mall and fill it with goodies (crossword puzzles, note paper, pens, etc.). Bring your basket back by April 27^th. The United Way of Horry County along with area sponsors will deliver the baskets to our elderly shut-ins on May Day! For more information on how you can get involved please contact Julie Kopnicky at the United Way of Horry County at 347-5195.

Inaugural Shag Fest at Grapefull Sisters Vineyard on Saturday, April 28^th, 1:00 pm – Until. Featuring “The Out of Towners,” $5 at gate. For your comfort bring a chair or blanket. Call 910-653-2944 for directions- it’s just minutes from North Myrtle Beach. “You’ll hear it through the grapevine!”

The Little River United Methodist Church will hold a Spring Flea Market and Bake Sale on Saturday, May 5^th at 8:00 am – 1:00 pm. They are located at Hwy 17 at Mineola Ave. in Little River. Call the Church office for more information at 843-249-2329.

April Business After Hours takes place on Thursday, April 19th from 5:30- 8:00 pm at the Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort, located at 10000 Beach Club Drive, Myrtle Beach. Enjoy food, beverages, door prizes all while networking with fellow Chamber members!

In preparation for the upcoming hurricane season the chamber has published an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) as an added benefit to our chamber members. This informative EOP Plan includes maps, checklists and important contacts to protect your home and business in the event of a hurricane. For the upcoming hurricane season, a team of Colorado State University scientists predict: 17 named tropical storms, out of the 17 tropical storms, nine will grow into hurricanes and five intense hurricanes with winds above 110 mph. They also predict a 50 percent chance that a major hurricane will hit the U.S. East Coast! Please pick up your EOP from the front desk at the chamber office Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm before April 30^th. Limit one per chamber membership.

Announcing a Special High-Impact Customer Service Training Seminar- C E Elliott and Associates - “Customer Service that Delivers Value.” Customers expect value in their products and in the customer service they receive. You earn the right to get more business and you prove your value with each service opportunity. In this seminar participants will learn how to build and maintain excellent customer relations and deliver value to all of their customers. Held on April 27^th from 8:30 to 12:00 pm at the Sea Trail Conference Center in Sunset Beach. Special pricing of $45 per person. Visit www.ceelliott-training.com or Call 866-201-0035 to register today!

Spring / Summer Sports Leagues kicking off at SportsZone! SportsZone in Little River is currently seeking teams to fill the Spring / Summer session of its adult and youth sports leagues. Indoor soccer, roller hockey, basketball, and volleyball are all available. Free agents are also accepted and placed on teams in need. The leagues are: Youth “Learn To Skate” / Teen Roller Hockey, Men’s League Roller Hockey – starting Wednesday, May 3^rd (ages 18+), Open 7v7 Soccer, Men’s Open Basketball, Teen League Basketball, Youth League Basketball, Co-ed Rec. League Volleyball, and Men’s A –Level / B-Level (Recreation) Volleyball. For more information, call SportsZone at 843-249-4FUN or go to www.sportszonecenter.com

Inaugural Shag Fest at Grapefull Sisters Vineyard on Saturday, April 28^th, 1:00 pm – Until. Featuring “The Out of Towners,” $5 at gate. For your comfort bring a chair or blanket. Call 910-653-2944 for directions - it’s just minutes from North Myrtle Beach. “You’ll hear it through the grapevine!”

Computer company moves to new location - Millennium Computers, serving the Grand Strand since 1996, has moved to Parkway Plaza (across from Colonial Charters). Their new address is 2126 Highway 9 East, Suite G3, Longs, SC 29568; 843-663-2000. Please stop by and see them at their new full-service location.

Fundraiser with Luncheon, Chinese Auction and Entertainment - Hair Designs by Cheryll and The Look Good Feel Good team (Relay for Life) are having a fund raiser on April 21 at the Surf Club from 11 until 2. Want to see someone get 10 inches of hair cut off for Locks of Love? Hair demonstration by Cheryll and special guest All That Cloggers from “America's got Talent”. Contact Cheryll at 843-997-3343 or visit them at 4251 Sea Mountain Hwy for more info. Tickets must be purchased by april 19.

Hair models needed ...must have 10 inches! Models receive free haircut and $72.00 value in ThermaFuse hair products.

Spring Volunteer Meeting for Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium - The Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium Volunteers will hold their spring meeting on Tuesday, April 24, from 4-6 p.m. at the Museum (21 East Second Street, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28467). Volunteers will learn about the new programs for summer and will get a preview of the new exhibit, Megabites!, followed by wine and hors D'oeuvres. If you are interested in volunteering at the Museum, please call Elizabeth Campbell at 579-1016, or call Lynn Wiedman at 575-0033 to volunteer at the Planetarium.

Chamber Member Gets Award - Myrtle Beach Showcase won first place honors for the best booth presentation at the Southern Women's Show (March 9th-11th) in Memphis, TN. in the Travel/Leisure category. They were competing against 10 other vacation destinations across the country who were also vying for this coveted award. This is their 17th award in 11 years.

Myrtle Beach Showcase attends consumer shows throughout the U.S. and Canada promoting tourism to the Grand Strand area.

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH IN THE NEWS

The Chamber Connection is now ONLINE

Join us for New Member Orientation this Wednesday at 8:30 am!

June Business After Hours

USBA (United States Basketball Association) is coming to North Myrtle Beach!

Do you have photography of North Myrtle Beach?

Beat the crowds and the heat to enjoy the beautiful serenity of the early morning in North Myrtle Beach

May Business After Hours

Mayfest on Main this Saturday

Relay for Life Festival

Chamber Member Receives Award