Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009

Smiley brings show to Strand

Nationally known comedian Rickey Smiley performs his trademark characters tonight. Smiley is a syndicated radio host and has been featured on "Showtime at the Apollo" and HBO's "Def Comedy Jam." Call 457-5308 or 399-6142 for more information.

When | 8 p.m.

Where | Myrtle Beach Convention Center, 2101 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach

How much | Tickets are $30-$50

Museum hosts mixed-object exhibit

The Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum presents "Souls Journey: Inside the Creative Process," which features 22 object makers from across the South who create works of art in ceramic, fiber, glass, metal, wood and mixed media. The exhibit will be on display through Jan. 8. Call 238-2510 for more information.

When | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where | The Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum, 3100 S. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach

How much | Free, but donations accepted

CCU concert has world rhythms

Coastal Carolina University's Percussion Ensembles concert "Rudimental" highlights rhythms from around the world and features the sounds and instruments of the Americas, Caribbean islands and more. Call 349-2502 for more information.

When | 7:30 p.m.

Where | Coastal Carolina University's Wheelwright Auditorium, Conway

How much | $9 general admission, $7 seniors and alumni, $3 ages 11-17, free ages 10 and under

Youth orchestra presents season opener

The Long Bay Symphony Youth Orchestra kicks off its season with a concert featuring Ludwig van Beethoven's "Symphony No. 1," Benjamin Britten's "Five Courtly Dances" from "Gloriana," Edvard Grieg's" Holberg Suite," George Frideric Handel's "Music for the Royal Fireworks" and Bela Bartok's "Rumanian Folk Dances." Call 448-8379 for more information.

When | 7:30 p.m.

Where | Myrtle Beach High School Music and Arts Center, Robert M. Grissom Parkway, Myrtle Beach

How much | Free

Book club held at Socastee Library

The Socastee Library hosts the "If the Book Fits ... Book Club" tonight featuring "Brick Lane" by Monica Ali. Call 215-4700 for more information.

When | 6 p.m.

Where | Socastee Library, 141 707-Connector Road, Myrtle Beach

How much | Free