United Way of Horry County celebrates its Golden Anniversary, with a three-hour cocktail party featuring entertainment by the Andrew Thielen Band, heavy hors d'oeuvres by Buttercream Cakes & Catering, an open bar, a silent auction and much more. The online silent auction proceeds support United Way of Horry County’s numerous services and outreach programs. The Historic Peanut Warehouse, 150 Laurel St. Thursday, 6 p.m. $150. (843) 347-1190, www.unitedwayhorry.org