There are some artists that fall outside of the definition of fine art. Sometimes referred to as folk, outsider, visionary or memory artists, most are driven to create something that has a special meaning to them. Some use objects from their own backyard, or illustrate personal visions or cultural history, while others use art to cope with life. Some are celebrated locally, while the work of others goes unseen until their deaths. One thing they have in common is that they are destined to leave their impression on this world through their work. This film takes a look at some of South Carolina’s unique self-taught artists including Maxi McConnell Eades, Reverend Johnnie Simmons, L.C. Carson, Sam Doyle, Ernest Lee, and Margaret Robbins. The film is free to the public and will be shown at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, May 15th, at the Horry County Museum, located at 805 Main Street in Conway. The Horry County Museum Documentary Film Matinees will continue throughout 2024. For a list of films, visit our website at www.horrycountymuseum.org. For more information, call the Horry County Museum at 843-915-5320 or e-mail hcg.museum@horrycountysc.gov.

Come out to Little River’s historic waterfront and enjoyo one of the largest, most popular festivals held in the southeast! Whether it’s fresh, local seafood from one of the waterfront eateries, or sampling festival food, this event has it all, including live music, beautiful waterway views, kids activities, and a plethora of shopping activities at an impressive number of arts and crafts booths. The event began in 1981 and has expanded exponentially, now including satellite parking and a shuttle service for convenience. Little River Chamber representatives, local businesses and events specialists all work hard to make this a must-visit festival. 4468 Mineola Avenue. Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.  $7, with kids 12 and under free. (843) 249-6604, www.LittleRiverChamber.org

With his strikingly similar looks, baritone voice, and spot-on mannerisms, Shawn Barker’s uncanny resemblance to the original “Man In Black” revitalizes the true character and spirit of Mr. Cash himself, one of America’s greatest musical icons, for a truly one-of-a-kind show. The energetic show features Barker in character throughout the entire evening, walking the audience through each era of Cash’s life and music, including hits like “Folsom Prison Blues,” “I Walk The Line,” “A Boy Named Sue,” “Hurt” and “Ring of Fire,” complete with a full backing band. Shawn Barker’s first Man In Black show was held in 2004 at a casino in Niagara Falls and has since performed over 1,000 shows in 12 countries, selling more than half a million tickets over the course of his career. Born and raised in a working-class suburb of St. Louis, Barker took a schoolboy love for singing in church with his family and turned it into a career. The path to his current success wasn’t a straight line from gospel choir to Johnny Cash tribute act. After serving his country in the Army, Barker returned home to Missouri, took a job as a carpenter, and spent all of his free time learning how to play the guitar. He developed strength and versatility in his voice by modeling his crooning on a cast of legends –

Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly and Gene Vincent. His performances quickly turned from hobby to profession, but oddly enough, Barker’s first touring gigs were portraying Elvis, not Johnny Cash. Everything changed, however, when Barker was asked to audition for the part of Cash in a Hollywood production, as it became evident to the director and Barker himself that Johnny Cash was his true calling. From that point there was no turning back. Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash will be live at The Carolina Opry Theater on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 7:00pm. Tickets are on sale now. To buy tickets visit our website at https://thecarolinaopry.com/concerts, call 800-843-6779 or visit the box office.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music! The Black Jacket Symphony is bringing to life Fleetwood Mac’s classic rock album “Rumours” in a performance that’s going to be nothing short of spectacular. Imagine the nostalgia of spinning the album and listening from start to finish, now picture that experience LIVE! Over the past fourteen years, the Black Jacket Symphony has performed over 40 classic rock albums, bringing an incredible night of entertainment to over a million music lovers across the US. The group of hand-picked musicians’ changes based upon the album being performed—and no sonic detail is overlooked, with the musicians doing whatever it takes to reproduce the album. It’s a full night of rock and roll magic—plus a visual experience unlike any other. Fans across the country flock to their shows—and once you see one, you won’t miss another! The Black Jacket Symphony presents Fleetwood Mac’s RUMOURS will be live at The Carolina Opry Theater on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 7:00pm. Tickets are on sale now. To buy tickets visit our website at https://thecarolinaopry.com/concerts, call 800-843-6779 or visit the box office.