Barbie Perkins-Cooper, Author

Tag: South Carolina

  • Tropical Storm Bertha

    Tropical Storm Bertha


    Dearest Readers:

    As most of you know, on December 23, 2019 I fell off a three-step ladder, fracturing my back. Last night, I awoke to horrific pain by the L-1. Tossing and turning, I got up, walked around, noticing the rain. We’ve had lots of rain since moving to Ravenel, South Carolina, but in this early morning light, I could relate to the rain along with the pain in my back.

    I turned the TV on to the Weather Channel. I must say, I knew there was a storm brewing, although I did not know this storm was considered a tropical storm. Her name is Bertha. Hello Bertha. Welcome to Charleston, SC. Bertha decided to make her presence known in a city famous for hospitality, tourism and culinary cuisine galore.

    The Holy City of Charleston is considered a tourist trap, although since the Corona Virus Covid-19 arrived in Charleston, many tourist locations are either closed, or slowly coming back to life and business. The city was crippled due to the virus. No traffic jams. Everyone was supposedly staying-at-home. Shopping centers were closed. Once, we drove downtown just to get an idea what the infamous downtown of Charleston was like. No one walked on the sidewalks. Parking lots were empty. A ghost town! Many of the famous restaurants were closed, due to Corona. A few of these restaurants will not reopen. So sad. I confess, I am a foodie and hated to hear some of the restaurants I’ve written about were now history.

    Now, we have Tropical Storm Bertha. https://weather.com/storms/hurricane/news/2020-05-27-tropical-storm-bertha-forecast-north-south-carolina-virginia-heavy

    Reportedly, we are expecting a lot of rain. Nothing unusual here! Our pond needs the rain. The shore was getting a bit low, however now, the water is rising!

    I will have more details about Tropical Storm Bertha later today. For now, I want to get my hair styled, put makeup on and welcome Tropical Bertha.

    Just what we needed now that Charleston, SC is welcoming tourists again. Have a great day. More details about Bertha’s arrival later. As for my back, it still hurts with chronic pain. How I wish I could send a fractured back packing with Bertha.

  • South Carolina State Bluegrass Festival, Myrtle Beach, November 26-28


    PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    South Carolina State Bluegrass Festival, Myrtle Beach, November 26-28

    The South Carolina State Bluegrass Festival is an indoor show that draws fans from throughout the eastern half of the United States and Canada for a “Who’s Who” array of traditional bluegrass talent.

    MYRTLE BEACH, SC, November 2, 2015 – Jimmy Fortune along with Dailey & Vincent, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Marty Raybon, The Lonesome River Band and The Spinney Brothers headline this terrific talent lineup announced by promoters Adams Bluegrass, LLC, for the 46th Annual South Carolina State Bluegrass Festival, the Palmetto State’s oldest, largest, and best bluegrass event. The Thanksgiving weekend extravaganza of family fun and American music is slated for November 26-28, 2015 at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, located at 2101 North Oak St., Myrtle Beach, SC. This is the world’s premier late fall Bluegrass Festival. This indoor show draws fans from throughout the eastern half of the United States and Canada for a “Who’s Who” array of traditional bluegrass talent.

    This year’s talent lineup begins Thursday at 12:00 noon and goes until 10:00 p.m. with Flatt Lonesome (IBMA Emerging Artist of the Year), Al Batten & The Bluegrass Reunion, The Spinney Brothers, Big Country Bluegrass, Feller & Hill and The Bluegrass Buckaroos, and The Grascals (IBMA Entertainers of The Year 2006 and 2007).

    Friday’s lineup of talent begins at 12:00 noon and goes until 10:30 p.m. featuring Ted Jones & The Tarheel Boys, Lonesome River Band, Darin & Brooke Aldridge, Goldwing Express, Marty Raybon & Full Circle (formerly with the country group Shenandoah) and Old Friends, (Doyle Lawson and Paul Williams).

    The Myrtle Beach Festival reaches its crescendo from 12:00 noon until 10:30 p.m. on Saturday with The Malpass Brothers, Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road, The Little Roy & Lizzy Show, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver (Seven Time Vocal Group & Gospel Recorded Performance of The Year), Jimmy Fortune Trio (formerly with The Statler Brothers and Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Country Music Hall of Fame inductee) will perform two sets. Dailey & Vincent (IBMA Entertainers of the Year 2008-2010) will perform one 90 minute show beginning at 8:30 p.m. and Jimmy
    Fortune will perform with Dailey & Vincent beginning at 9:30 p.m.

    The luxurious accommodations at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center includes a large area for great jam sessions, and modern facilities all within walking distance of many hotels and motels.

    TICKETS: Reserved Seat Tickets: Reserved Individual: Adult $45 Per Day (Thursday, Friday or Saturday). Children: 7-15 $25 Per Day; 3 day Reserved Adult: $95, Children $50. General Admission Tickets: Individual Adult $40 Per Day, Children $20 Per Day, 3 day Adult General Admission $90, Children $45 for General Admission with under 7 free with parents.

    Reserved and general admission tickets will be sold at the Convention Center Box Office during the festival opening at 9:00 a.m. Thursday, Thanksgiving Day.

    For Tickets or More Information go to http://www.adamsbluegrass.com or call: (706) 864-7203 Adams Bluegrass, LLC
    Convention Center (843) 918-1225

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    MEDIA CONTACT: Norman Adams
    Email: info@adamsbluegrass.com
    Phone: (706) 265-0655

    Adams Bluegrass LLC
    32 Park Street North, Dahlonega, GA 30533
    Web: http://www.adamsbluegrass.com, Phone: (706) 864-7203

    CALENDAR LISTING:

    Event Date: November 26-28, 2015
    Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Means Bluegrass on November 26-28
    Jimmy Fortune along with Dailey & Vincent, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Marty Raybon, The Lonesome River Band and The Spinney Brothers headline this terrific talent lineup announced by promoters Adams Bluegrass, LLC, for the 46th Annual South Carolina State Bluegrass Festival, the Palmetto State’s oldest, largest, and best bluegrass event. The Thanksgiving weekend extravaganza of family fun and American music is slated for November 26-28, 2015 at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, located at 2101 North Oak St., SC. This is the world’s premier late fall Bluegrass Festival. This indoor show draws fans from throughout the eastern half of the United States and Canada for a “Who’s Who” array of traditional bluegrass talent.
    TICKETS: Reserved Seat Tickets: Reserved Individual: Adult $45 Per Day (Thursday, Friday or Saturday). Children: 7-15 $25 Per Day; 3 day Reserved Adult: $95, Children $50. General Admission Tickets: Individual Adult $40 Per Day, Children $20 Per Day, 3 day Adult General Admission $90, Children $45 for General Admission with under 7 free with parents. Reserved and general admission tickets will be sold at the Convention Center Box Office during the festival opening at 9:00 a.m. Thursday, Thanksgiving Day. For Tickets or More Information go to http://www.adamsbluegrass.com or call: (706) 864-7203 Adams Bluegrass, LLC. Convention Center (843) 918-1225