GCYO’s Young Artist Orchestra will present its annual “Shoulder to Shoulder” concert on Thursday January 29, 2009. It is a “side by side” concert in which GCYO members are paired with their counterpart from the Greenville Symphony Orchestra for the concert. The students and the GSO members will rehearse several times providing the students with a valuable opportunity to learn from the musicians of the GSO.

Prize Winning Conductor Shizuo Kuwahara,
Augusta Symphony Music Director Candidate,
Leads January 24 Augusta Symphony Masterworks Concert

Wells Family Bluegrass Band presented by the International Chamber Music Series: 8 p.m. Furman University’s Daniel Recital Hall. $25/$20 (seniors and students). 864-370-9560.
Thursday, January 15

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The 48th annual Canadian-American Days will be held March 14-22, 2009, throughout the Myrtle Beach area. The nine-day line-up will feature events, activities and discounts, including welcome receptions, military band concerts, athletic tournaments and wildlife and history days. For more information, call (800) 356-3016 or visit CanAmDays.com.

The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce announces the 2009 dates for its Canadian-American Days®, Sun Fun Festival® and Beach, Boogie & BBQ Festival®. These free, family-friendly festivals add even more fun to the already diverting and playful destination.

Atlanta, the birthplace of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and a city rich in history, will commemorate the civil rights leader on Jan. 19, 2009, the 23rd anniversary of the national holiday in King’s honor. Area attractions are hosting special events in celebration and appreciation of the holiday weekend.

Southeastern Wildlife Exposition on February 13 – 15, 2009. Now in its 27th year, Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) is the largest wildlife art and nature event in the nation. Two exciting new additions to the event are the DockDogs competition and the “Living with Wolves” presentations. www.sewe.com.

The Gibbes Museum of Art plays host to two traveling exhibitions from December 19, 2008 through March 29, 2009. Painters of American Life: The Eight will be on view in the Main Gallery and The American Scene on Paper: Prints and Drawings from the Schoen Collection will be showcased in the Rotunda Galleries. www.gibbesmuseum.org.

Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina is hosting 2nd Oysters on Point on January 10, 2009 from 2 – 6 p.m. Kids activities, art walk, build your own Bloody Mary bar and wood burning fire pits. Live music featuring Plane Jane. Free admission. www.charlestonharborresort.com