On April 3, 2008 The Market Common of Myrtle Beach will have its Grand Opening
. The idea behind The Market Common was to create a unique lifestyle place for urban living. When you are at the Market Common, you can live, work, play all in the same area.
The Market Common is being built on the retired Myrtle Beach Air Force Base that was an active base until the early 1990's. This property now will feature some of the areas finest homes, restaurants, shops, and entertainment places. Some of the wonderful businesses that are coming to The Market Common include:
The weekend of the Grand Opening are filled with many special activities. Here is a schedule for the upcoming activites this weekend:
THURSDAY, APRIL 3rd - GRAND OPENING
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12 p.m. |
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Grand Opening Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting Howard Avenue Special guest Governor Mark Sanford, Mayor John Rhodes, Socastee High School AFJROTC, Festive Brass of Myrtle Beach, Tangena Church, featured vocalist from The Carolina Opry and Ribbon Cutting with Fireworks. |
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12 - 3 p.m. |
Purchase a signature tote bag filled with items from participating stores and restaurants for $10.00 with proceeds to benefit the Coastal South Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross.
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1 - 3 p.m. |
Coastal Carolina University Grand Strand Pans
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1 - 3 p.m. |
Jazz, etc. Performance
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6 - 7 p.m. |
Aynor Elementary Blue Pan Jam
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6 - 8 p.m. |
Purchase a signature tote bag filled with items from participating stores and restaurants for $10.00 with proceeds to benefit the Coastal South Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross.
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7:30 - 8:30 p.m. |
CCU Chamber Choir
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7 - 9 p.m. |
Gator 107.9 Radio Station
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8:30 p.m. |
FIREWORKS
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5 - 9 p.m. |
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Evening with the Stars Throughout property and Valor Memorial Garden Retail and Restaurant Open House and The Long Bay Symphony Performance
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5 - 9 p.m |
Retail and Restaurant Open House and Events:
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Xtreme Surf & Skateboard Co. Meet national surfboard artist, All McWhite as he demonstrates his secrets to custom printing.
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Carlyle & Co. MMeet David Yurman celebrity stylist Natalie Wall.
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Ultimate California Pizza Meet retired San Francisco football player, Dwight Clark as he signs autographs.
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Divine Prime Meet head chefs and watch cooking demonstrations.
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Roy & Sids Meet head chefs and watch cooking demonstrations.
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Brooks Brothers Country Club Store Hosting cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in celebration of their grand opening
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5 - 7 p.m |
Easy 105.9 Radio Station
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5:30 - 6:30 p.m |
The Long Bay Symphony Youth Ensemble The Long Bay Symphony Brass Ensemble The Long Bay Symphony Strings Ensemble
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5 - 8:30 p.m |
Purchase a signature tote bag filled with items from participating stores and restaurants for $10.00 with proceeds to benefit the Coastal South Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross
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7 p.m |
The Long Bay Symphony 56 Piece Orchestra Performance The Necessary Band
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8:30 p.m |
FIREWORKS
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SATURDAY, APRIL 5th - BE A STAR FAMILY FESTIVAL
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10 - 4 p.m. |
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Be a Star Family Fun Festival 12 - 4 p.m. Throughout property and Valor Memorial Garden
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11:00 - 4:30 p.m. |
Carlyle & Co - David Yurman showcase with stylist Mellisa Donohue. Swiss Watch Technician in-store performing free 10-point watch diagnostic check & inspections on brands Carlyle & Co. sells including Rolex, Tag Heuer, Omega, David Yurman, Swiss Army and Tissot.
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12 - 2 p.m. |
Piggly Wiggly Cookout with Shriners - Purchase lunch for $5 with proceeds to benefit the Coastal South Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross
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12 - 6 p.m. |
Grand 14 Cinema Family Film Festival -- Five family films shown throughout the afternoon for just $2 with proceeds to benefit the Coastal South Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross. Free Popcorn.
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12 - 12:30 p.m.
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Hard Rock Cafe Mascot
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12 - 1 p.m. |
Carolina Forest Elementary School Taiko Drum Ensemble & Steel Drum Band
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12 - 2 p.m. |
WPDE TV - 15 - Meet Ed Piotrowski
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12 - 2 p.m. |
BOB 104.9 Radio Station
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12 - 4 p.m. |
Community Activities:
· Community School Group Performances
· Myrtle Beach Fire Department Exhibit and Demonstration
· Myrtle Beach Police Department Exhibit and Demonstration
· Coastal Carolina University Mascot
· Pelican Baseball Team Mascot
· Moonbounce, Face Painter, Balloons, Clown
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12 - 4 p.m. |
Purchase a signature tote bag filled with items from participating stores and restaurants for $10.00 with proceeds to benefit the Coastal South Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross.
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1 - 1:30 p.m. |
Hard Rock Cafe Mascot
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1 - 2 p.m. |
"SPLASH" Pelicans Baseball Team Mascot
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1:30 - 2:30 p.m. |
Coastal Carolina University Pep Band, Cheerleaders & Mascot "Chanticleer"
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1:30 - 2:30 p.m. |
The Orvis Company presents Competitive Obedience and Rally Obedience Demonstration presented by American Kennel Club Rally Obedience Judge, Sue Vickery.
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2 - 4 p.m. |
WBTW TV - 13 - Meet Cecil Chandler
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3 - 4 p.m. |
Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre
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6 - 8:30 p.m. |
Purchase a signature tote bag filled with items from participating stores and restaurants for $10.00 with proceeds to benefit the Coastal South Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross.
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7- 8 p.m. |
Carolina Forest High School Showcase Choir
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7 -9 p.m. |
Sunny 106.5 Oldies Radio Station
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8:30 p.m. |
FIREWORKS
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This is a major event that should change the overall landscame of Myrtle Beach for years to come. So, next time you are visiting Myrtle Beach, make sure to stop by the Market Common and see all of the newest attractions in Myrtle Beach.

If you know someone who is looking to either buy or sell in The Myrtle Beach Area do not hesitate to contact me.