Lowcountry Companion

10/01/2025

Can't miss it. See you there!

🍂⚓ It’s officially October, which means the countdown is on! Just two weeks until the 36th Annual Georgetown Wooden Boat Show takes over historic downtown Georgetown, October 18th & 19th!

Celebrate our rich maritime heritage with classic wooden boats, hands-on activities for all ages, and a waterfront experience you won’t forget. Best of all, every dollar raised supports the South Carolina Maritime Museum!

🎟️ And don’t wait—there’s still time to secure your spot in the iconic Goat Island Regatta! Get your tickets today 👉https://woodenboatshow.com/goat-island-regatta-purchase-tickets/

09/18/2025

SC Arts Commission to stop in Georgetown Today

The information below is shared at the request of the Georgetown Arts and Cultural Commission. I know it's late notice, but please help spread the word about this event — occurring tonight at the Georgetown Library Auditorium. Everyone is welcome to attend! If you have any questions, please reach out to Dell Grant, Commission Chairwoman, at 843-546-9155

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South Carolina Arts Commission Spotlight Tour Comes to Georgetown

Georgetown, SC — The South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC), in partnership with the Georgetown Arts & Cultural Commission, is bringing its 2025 Spotlight Tour to Georgetown. This special event will be held on Thursday, September 18, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at the Georgetown Public Library Auditorium, 405 Cleland Street.

The Spotlight Tour is a free information session designed for artists, arts organizations, and non-profits. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about grant opportunities, programs, and upcoming initiatives offered by the South Carolina Arts Commission. The evening will include presentations and a Q&A session with SCAC staff.

This stop on the Spotlight Tour provides a rare chance for the local arts community to connect directly with the Arts Commission and gain insights into resources that support and strengthen the arts across South Carolina.

The South Carolina Arts Commission is supported in part by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts and collaborates with the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies and South Arts in its mission to promote and support the arts statewide.

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These events will inform artists and arts organizations with information on available opportunities in artist development, arts industry, and public art/creative placemaking—to promote access to the arts and support the cultivation of creativity in South Carolina. There will be a presentation on S...

02/12/2025

Once again, local hunters and fishermen will gather to prepare a feast for Cattails & Cocktails, an annual event celebrating its 17 year. This event is sponsored by the Georgetown County Historical Society and will feature dishes of local catches ranging from Fin, Feathers and Fur. A silent auction will be held along with a cash bar for wine and beer.

Popular dance music will be provided for your enjoyment by Black River Band.

This event will be held at the Georgetown County Museum on Saturday, March 8th from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. Tickets may be purchased at the Georgetown County Museum at 120 Broad Street in Georgetown and at our website www.georgetowncountymuseum.com . All proceeds will go to support the Georgetown County Museum.

For additional information, please call 843-545-7020 or email us at [email protected] .

09/03/2024

If you have an interest in photography, there's no better teacher and encourager than Anne Swift Malarich. Make time if you can.

08/14/2024

How cool is this? Wood storks and Roseate Spoonbills enjoy time together at sunset in Pawleys Island. Love this Tanya Ackerman!

07/14/2024

Kaela Rogers FYI

03/21/2024

If you care about the marsh or love oysters, get involved with this great project!

Volunteers make wire mesh reefs for oyster bed renourishment in Murrells Inlet on May 2. All urged to recycle shells at area drop off bins to help environment.

03/19/2024

Murrells Inlet is where serene marsh vistas serve as a backdrop for history, delicious seafood, and outdoor fun—and our beloved fishing village is now a contender for this year's "Best Small Town in the South." Vote every day, once a day, until April 1!

Voting for the Best Small Town in the South is open! Cast your vote daily to help pick the 2024 10Best Readers' Choice Award for Best Small Town in the South.