You are overdue for a Visit: Little River's Library is Having a Moment!

When you think of your local library, you might picture quiet shelves and checkout cards, but the Little River Library is rewriting that story entirely. 📖

This week on Talking Treasures, we're pulling back the curtain on one of Little River's most beloved community anchors and trust us, there is SO much more happening inside those doors than you might expect.

From summer reading programs that keep kids engaged and excited all season long, to monthly book sales, activities, and events designed for adults too — the Little River Library is a year-round hub of learning, connection, and community fun.

And none of it happens without the incredible volunteers of the Friends of the Little River Library — the dedicated group of locals who show up, fundraise, and make sure this community treasure keeps thriving for everyone who walks through the door.

Whether you're a longtime library card holder or you haven't visited in years, this episode will have you planning your next trip before we're even done talking.

Little River's library isn't just a place to borrow books — it's where community happens. And this summer, it is absolutely the place to be.

Tune in — then grab your library card and go explore.

Summer in the Grand Strand Just Got a Whole Lot Cooler! When it is too Hot to Stop, Little River's coolest new hangout is the place to be! Summer on the Grand Strand is gorgeous — but let's be honest, July and August outside can feel like playing sports inside a hair dryer. 🥵

This week on Talking Treasures, we're stepping INSIDE and turning up the fun at Little River's newest indoor event space — where pickleball courts meet golf simulators in one fully climate-controlled, play-all-day destination.

That's right. No heat index. No sunscreen required. Just pure, competitive, good-time energy — whether you're a pickleball obsessive, a golfer looking to dial in your swing year-round, or just someone who wants something genuinely fun to do that isn't wilting on the beach.

This is the kind of venue the Grand Strand has been missing — a place where locals and visitors alike can stay active, stay cool, and have a blast no matter what the thermometer says outside.

We're sitting down with the people behind this game-changing space to talk about what they've built, who it's for, and why indoor entertainment in a beach market is anything but a consolation prize — it's the main event.

Summer just got a whole lot cooler. Literally. 🏓⛳❄️

Come for the pickleball. Stay for the AC. Listen to find out everything you need to know before your first visit.

Sunset Views, Tiki Vibes & the Best Seat on the Grand Strand has come to Little River. You've heard of waterfront dining — but have you ever bellied up to a bar that's literally over the water? 🦈

This week on Talking Treasures, we're diving into one of Little River's most exciting new additions: The Shark Bar at Makos on the Water — the Grand Strand's only over-the-water tiki bar, and trust us, it is everything.

Picture this: salt air, stunning waterfront views, tropical vibes, and a cold drink in your hand — all while you're sitting on top of the Little River waterfront. And it gets better. Coming soon: public docks so you can pull your boat right up, tie off, and let the good times roll without ever leaving the water.

Whether you're a local looking for your new favorite hangout or a visitor searching for that perfect Grand Strand experience you won't find anywhere else — the Shark Bar is calling your name.

We're talking to the people behind this one-of-a-kind spot about what makes it special, what's coming next, and why Little River continues to be the hidden gem of the South Carolina coast.

This is the kind of place that puts Little River on the map — and we are HERE for it. 🌴🍹

Tune in, and then go see it for yourself. We'll meet you at the dock.

The 44th Annual World Famous Blue Crab Festival

Get ready, Grand Strand — one of the Southeast's most beloved traditions is back, and we're diving in claws first!

On this episode of Talking Treasures, we're spotlighting the crown jewel of the South Carolina coast: the 44th Annual World Famous Blue Crab Festival, held along the Historic Little River Waterfront in Little River, South Carolina — one of the largest and most beloved festivals in the Southeast.

What began in 1981 as a small waterfront gathering has grown into a premier event that draws visitors from all over the region. Forty-four years later, it's not just a festival — it's a full-blown tradition, with families planning their vacations around it year after year.

This two-day, rain-or-shine celebration brings together over 250 vendors showcasing their talents, food, and community spirit, with live entertainment, a children's area, fine art and craft vendors, specialty foods, and of course — spectacular seafood.

With attendance topping more than 50,000 people and a reputation as the Best Annual Event/Festival on the Grand Strand — an honor awarded by Sun News readers for multiple consecutive years — this is one for the bucket list.

Whether you're a lifelong local or discovering Little River for the first time, the Blue Crab Festival is where Southern hospitality, coastal culture, and community pride come together in the most delicious way possible.

Tune in as we uncover everything you need to know before you go — the food, the fun, the history, and the hidden gems that make this festival truly world famous.

🦀 Don't miss it. Don't miss us. This is Talking Treasures.

Featuring: Next Wave — Young Professionals of Little River

Little River has always been a community worth investing in. Now, a bold new generation is stepping up to prove it.

On Episode #5 of Talking Treasures, we're sitting down with the movers, shakers, and rising stars behind Next Wave — the Little River Chamber of Commerce's newest and most exciting program yet. Built from the ground up for the next generation of leaders, Next Wave is more than a young professionals group. It's a movement.

The Little River Chamber has always led with a mission to make this area a better place to live, work, and play — and Next Wave is that mission in action. The Chamber saw the talent, the drive, and the hunger in Little River's young professionals, and decided it was time to give them a seat at the table. Their own table.

Think networking with purpose, leadership development with edge, and a community of ambitious professionals who aren't waiting for opportunity — they're creating it. These aren't just the leaders of tomorrow. They're leading right now.

Whether you're a young professional ready to plug in, a business owner looking to invest in the next generation, or a community member who believes Little River's best days are still ahead — this episode is for you.

The wave is building. Are you ready to ride it?

🌊 Next Wave. New Energy. This is Talking Treasures.

Get into the Christmas spirit and check out our new event in Little River, "Little River Waterfront Winterland."

https://www.littleriverchamber.org/little-river-waterfront-winterland/