Saturday, July 20, 2013

SOUP KITCHENS NORTH MYRTLE BEACH AREA

FINALLY!  I found a list of churches who provide free meals in the North Myrtle Beach, Little River areas!  Without public transportation, I always wondered how anyone could make it to the downtown Myrtle Beach soup kitchen.  Please copy and print this, maybe carry it with you in case you find someone who needs this information!


FEEDING THE HUNGRY IN NORTH MYRTLE BEACH

As of September 11th, 2012

 

 

Tuesdays, 6:00 to 7:00 pm

Hope’s Kitchen @ Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church

410 6th Avenue South

North Myrtle Beach SC

843-249-2312

 

Wednesdays, 11:30 to 12:30 pm

Master’s Table @ Trinity Methodist Church

706 14th Avenue South

North Myrtle Beach SC

843-272-5236

 

Thursdays, 4:00 to 7:00 pm

Portiuncula Soup Kitchen @ Our Lady Star of the Sea

Catholic Church

1100 8th Avenue North

North Myrtle Beach SC

843-249-2356

 

Fridays, 5:00 to 6:00 pm

Shepherd’s Table @ Little River United Methodist Church

1629 Highway 17

Little River SC

843-249-2329

 

Saturdays, 5:00                                                                                                                                                        Barefoot Community Church                                                                                                                                   701 Main Street,

North Myrtle Beach, SC

843-280-1270

Dinner served before the 6:00 service. Attendance at service is requested but not required.

 

1st Saturday of every month at 12:00 pm

Barefoot Community Church & North Strand Helping Hand “Dreamfest”

Food distribution, hotdogs, cake, music, haircuts, blood pressure and diabetes screening, community resource information and spiritual assistance and fellowship.

Atlantic Beach Community Center

717 30th Avenue South
North Myrtle Beach SC

Thursday, January 24, 2013

Resource Update: Life In Balance Workshops

After months of bureaucratic red tape in obtaining fiscal sponsorship, I personally apologize for my abscence in blog posts.  Though progress is still caught up in legalities, resources for our community are popping up everywhere... and that, in the words of Martha Stewart is, "a good thing."

It is always the foremost goal of M.O.B to provide advocacy and awareness not only for the needs in our community but, equally, the wonderful opportunites that community can provide.  We do not subscribe to any secular obligation nor do we subscribe to any one particular faith, ideals, or theology.  That said, here is a great community resource that I recently experienced, and that I feel is a great opportunity for those interested in metaphysical learning:

http://www.lifeinbalancecenter.org/

Just putting it out there.  Be well!

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Community needs page

A place for people in Horry County to post needs and things they simply want to get rid of!


https://www.facebook.com/rharrisbeck/posts/10152368851895377?comment_id=38027951&ref=notif&notif_t=feed_comment_reply#!/groups/193700600754623/

Please use discretion when connecting with others.
Sales not permitted.  Donations only.

Free Art Fridays: Horry County

Tis' the season!  Here's a way to get involved, get your name out there, take home some awesome, FREE artwork, and have fun all at the same time!!

FREE ART FRIDAYS:  Horry County

How to participate: Artists
1.  Make Art!  Any medium (music, writing, coloring book pages- doesn't matter)
2.  Choose a location that is safe, but a bit off the beaten path to hide your work.
3.  Safely hide your artwork on Fridays (we suggest placing it in a plastic ziplock with a business card or weblink.)
4.  Post on our Facebook page a clue or riddle about where you've hidden your treasure. https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/123089847855176/


How to participate: Art Collectors
1.  Join our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/123089847855176/
2.  Watch for clues on Fridays
3.  Get out and look for artwork!
4.  Finders, keepers!!!
5.  Take a photo of your found treasures and post them on our page!

Fun, free, easy!!!

We look forward to finding your work!

Saturday, November 17, 2012

Thank you to The Sun News for publishing this inclusive list of volunteer and donation opportunities for Horry and Georgetown Counties!!!  Below, you will find an opportunity to give for every budget, every interest and every need!!!  

   
What a great way to spend a family day or time with friends... anyone needing donation pick up or that just doesn't want to participate alone, contact Rachel @ 843-267-7679!!!

Saturday Wish List for the Myrtle Beach area

 Donations: Family Outreach of Horry County needs large size diapers (3, 4 and 5), baby formula/food, new baby clothes, children’s books, baby lotion/shampoo, baby wipes, socks and booties, cosmetics and toiletries for young mothers, and monetary donations. Call 234-2350.

Donations: Regency Hospice is looking for donations of flower vases. We are interested in any size but prefer larger ones. We are also looking for donations of cotton fabric and batting. These items may be dropped off from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at 11943 Grand Haven Drive, Suite A, Garden City Beach. Call 651-2335 or email jpriewe@regencyhospice.com for further details or to make other arrangements for delivery.
 Donations: Theatre of the Republic in Conway seeks donations to help us carry out the work of bringing non-professional theatrical productions to the Grand Strand. Donations are tax-deductible and can be made by calling 488-0821, contacting 337 Main St., Conway, or www.theatreoftherepublic.com  Donations: OneMain Financial will be collecting non-perishable food donations during its customer appreciation days, Nov. 17-30, at 2676-C Church St., Conway. Proceeds to help support the mission of The Horry County Low Country Food Bank.  Food drive: House of Blues is collecting non-perishable canned goods to benefit local charities. Guests receive 10 percent off any food or retail purchase with the donation of three non-perishable food items until Wednesday. House of Blues, 4640 U.S. 17 S., North Myrtle Beach. Call 913-3704 or visit www.houseofblues.com/myrtlebeach.

Decorators: Atalaya seeks room decorators, individuals, schools, civic groups and others with creative talent to decorate one of the 30 rooms at Atalaya, the National Historic Home of Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington, for the third annual holiday open house celebration to be held from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Dec. 1. Call 650-6666.

Donation: All 4 Paws is in need of a passenger van, in excellent operating condition, to carry animals to and from adoption events every weekend in Horry and Georgetown counties. Tax receipt is available to donor. Call 237-7297.

Volunteers: Coastal Animal Rescue seeking volunteers in North Myrtle Beach area for ongoing Saturday adoption event at Petco store. Call 385-3087 or email crowntop@sc.rr.com.
Donations: Fostering Hope needs new/gently worn winter coats, new socks and underwear, hygiene products and gently worn and new winter clothing for the children and teens in foster care. Call 254-8168. We are located at 1001 Second Ave., Conway.

Volunteers: Brunswick Novant Medical Center is recruiting volunteers to fill numerous volunteer roles throughout the hospital. Applications must be submitted by Nov. 30 to attend the next volunteer informational meeting to be held from 1-4 p.m. on Dec. 6 at Brunswick Novant Medical Center. Call 910-721-1454.

Donations: Help 4 Kids Back Pack Buddy needs sleeping bags, blankets, heaters, items needed for boys or girls; toys, socks, underwear, gloves, and hats. Call 651-4310 or email barbmains@gmail.com.

Donations: Street Reach needs plates, forks, napkins, cups, metal pans, turkeys, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green beans and more in order to serve Thanksgiving dinner to the homeless and anyone in need of a hot meal. Call 997-5059.

Christmas party: The children of National Guard, reserve and active duty military and the children and grandchildren of veterans to a children’s Christmas party from 1-3 p.m. on Dec. 9, at the American Legion, 4285 Pine Drive, Little River. There will be music, games, crafts, gifts and refreshments. We would like to honor your children at this special time of the year to thank you for your service to our great country. Call 390-5639 or email grandstandbsm@yahoo.com to register your children. Visit www.grandstrandbluestarmothers.com.

Holiday greetings: The Red Cross invites the public to send messages of thanks and holiday cheer until Dec. 7 by mailing cards to Holiday Mail for Heroes, P.O. Box 5456, Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456.

Volunteers: AARP Tax-Aide needs volunteers to help with tax assistance and preparation for low and moderate income taxpayers in North Myrtle Beach, Little River, Longs, Loris and Calabash, N.C., areas that will be held at the Hickmans Crossroad Library in Calabash, N.C. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome. You do not have to be a member of AARP to volunteer. Call 1-888-687-2277 or visit www.aarp.org/taxaide. To volunteer in Brunswick or Horry counties you can contact Mike Ferris at 910-575-7654 or email ferrism@atmc.net.

Donations: The Salvation Army of Horry County needs gently used/new furniture and clothing (especially men and children), truck for donation pickups, volunteers and food for the pantry. Call 488-2769 to volunteer or questions or 381-8080 for donation pickup. Visit www.salvationarmyhorrycounty.org.

Donations: The Horry County Teen and Infant Shelter Home needs monetary donations, gift cards to department stores, cribs, infant seats, infant swings, high chairs, play pens, car seats, large quantity disposable diapers size newborn to 3 months, baby bottles, computers, small computer desks and computer chairs, a chest of drawers, DVD player, pre-lit 6-foot Christmas tree, ornaments and decor. Call 877-9786 or 251-1811.

Volunteers: Hospice Care of South Carolina seeks volunteers for Horry County. If interested, call 409-7991 or email whitney.rogers@hospicecare.net.

Donations: Operation Christmas Child needs your help to fill a shoe box with school supplies, toys, necessity items and a note of encouragement for a child overseas suffering due to disaster, disease, war, terrorism, famine or poverty. National collection week is through Monday. To find collection sites near you, visit www.samaritanspurse.org/occ.

Donations: The Community Kitchen, 1411 Mr. Joe White Ave., Myrtle Beach, needs dry or canned gravy mix, pasta, jelly, large No. 10 cans of tomatoes, soup, green vegetables, tuna and laundry detergent. Call Beth or Nancy at 444-9383.

Donations: Friends of Surfside Library needs books, puzzles, DVDs and CDs for monthly book sale. Leave at the Circulation Desk or call 238-5869 for pick up. No textbooks or magazines.

Donations: The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach at 409 Bay St. needs paper towels, dry dog and cat food, cat litter, can openers, brooms and dust pans, cat toys, collars and leashes, litter scoopers, dog and cat treats, pet shampoo, towels, blankets, Frontline, industrial washing machine and dryer, lawnmower, weed eater, liquid dish soap and more. Call 249-4948 or visit www.humanesocietynmb.org.

Volunteers: In need of drivers to deliver meals for Meals on Wheels in Conway and Myrtle Beach areas. Call 340-5982 or email kathy@mowhc.org.

Donations: The Grand Strand Humane Society is in need of pet food donations: Pedigree dog/puppy food or Purina cat/kitten food. Donations can be dropped off at the shelter Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 11 a.m.-5 pm; Friday 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Saturday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. For larger donations, pick-ups can be arranged by calling 918-4913.

Donations: Operation Warm-up is in need of coats, blankets, clothing, hygiene products, shoes and more. Drop off at Grand Community Church, 3820 Holmestown Road, or call 997-5059.

Read more here: http://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/2012/11/16/3169458/saturday-wish-list-for-the-myrtle.html#storylink=cpy
Donations: OneMain Financial will be collecting non-perishable food donations during its customer appreciation days, Nov. 17-30, at 2676-C Church St., Conway. Proceeds to help support the mission of The Horry County Low Country Food Bank. Food drive: House of Blues is collecting non-perishable canned goods to benefit local charities. Guests receive 10 percent off any food or retail purchase with the donation of three non-perishable food items until Wednesday. House of Blues, 4640 U.S. 17 S., North Myrtle Beach. Call 913-3704 or visit www.houseofblues.com/myrtlebeach.
Decorators: Atalaya seeks room decorators, individuals, schools, civic groups and others with creative talent to decorate one of the 30 rooms at Atalaya, the National Historic Home of Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington, for the third annual holiday open house celebration to be held from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Dec. 1. Call 650-6666.
Donation: All 4 Paws is in need of a passenger van, in excellent operating condition, to carry animals to and from adoption events every weekend in Horry and Georgetown counties. Tax receipt is available to donor. Call 237-7297.
Volunteers: Coastal Animal Rescue seeking volunteers in North Myrtle Beach area for ongoing Saturday adoption event at Petco store. Call 385-3087 or email crowntop@sc.rr.com.
Donations: Fostering Hope needs new/gently worn winter coats, new socks and underwear, hygiene products and gently worn and new winter clothing for the children and teens in foster care. Call 254-8168. We are located at 1001 Second Ave., Conway.
Volunteers: Brunswick Novant Medical Center is recruiting volunteers to fill numerous volunteer roles throughout the hospital. Applications must be submitted by Nov. 30 to attend the next volunteer informational meeting to be held from 1-4 p.m. on Dec. 6 at Brunswick Novant Medical Center. Call 910-721-1454.
Donations: Help 4 Kids Back Pack Buddy needs sleeping bags, blankets, heaters, items needed for boys or girls; toys, socks, underwear, gloves, and hats. Call 651-4310 or email barbmains@gmail.com.
Donations: Street Reach needs plates, forks, napkins, cups, metal pans, turkeys, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green beans and more in order to serve Thanksgiving dinner to the homeless and anyone in need of a hot meal. Call 997-5059.
Christmas party: The children of National Guard, reserve and active duty military and the children and grandchildren of veterans to a children’s Christmas party from 1-3 p.m. on Dec. 9, at the American Legion, 4285 Pine Drive, Little River. There will be music, games, crafts, gifts and refreshments. We would like to honor your children at this special time of the year to thank you for your service to our great country. Call 390-5639 or email grandstandbsm@yahoo.com to register your children. Visit www.grandstrandbluestarmothers.com.
Holiday greetings: The Red Cross invites the public to send messages of thanks and holiday cheer until Dec. 7 by mailing cards to Holiday Mail for Heroes, P.O. Box 5456, Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456.
Volunteers: AARP Tax-Aide needs volunteers to help with tax assistance and preparation for low and moderate income taxpayers in North Myrtle Beach, Little River, Longs, Loris and Calabash, N.C., areas that will be held at the Hickmans Crossroad Library in Calabash, N.C. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome. You do not have to be a member of AARP to volunteer. Call 1-888-687-2277 or visit www.aarp.org/taxaide. To volunteer in Brunswick or Horry counties you can contact Mike Ferris at 910-575-7654 or email ferrism@atmc.net.
Donations: The Salvation Army of Horry County needs gently used/new furniture and clothing (especially men and children), truck for donation pickups, volunteers and food for the pantry. Call 488-2769 to volunteer or questions or 381-8080 for donation pickup. Visit www.salvationarmyhorrycounty.org.
Donations: The Horry County Teen and Infant Shelter Home needs monetary donations, gift cards to department stores, cribs, infant seats, infant swings, high chairs, play pens, car seats, large quantity disposable diapers size newborn to 3 months, baby bottles, computers, small computer desks and computer chairs, a chest of drawers, DVD player, pre-lit 6-foot Christmas tree, ornaments and decor. Call 877-9786 or 251-1811.
Volunteers: Hospice Care of South Carolina seeks volunteers for Horry County. If interested, call 409-7991 or email whitney.rogers@hospicecare.net.
Donations: Operation Christmas Child needs your help to fill a shoe box with school supplies, toys, necessity items and a note of encouragement for a child overseas suffering due to disaster, disease, war, terrorism, famine or poverty. National collection week is through Monday. To find collection sites near you, visit www.samaritanspurse.org/occ.
Donations: The Community Kitchen, 1411 Mr. Joe White Ave., Myrtle Beach, needs dry or canned gravy mix, pasta, jelly, large No. 10 cans of tomatoes, soup, green vegetables, tuna and laundry detergent. Call Beth or Nancy at 444-9383.
Donations: Friends of Surfside Library needs books, puzzles, DVDs and CDs for monthly book sale. Leave at the Circulation Desk or call 238-5869 for pick up. No textbooks or magazines.
Donations: The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach at 409 Bay St. needs paper towels, dry dog and cat food, cat litter, can openers, brooms and dust pans, cat toys, collars and leashes, litter scoopers, dog and cat treats, pet shampoo, towels, blankets, Frontline, industrial washing machine and dryer, lawnmower, weed eater, liquid dish soap and more. Call 249-4948 or visit www.humanesocietynmb.org.
Volunteers: In need of drivers to deliver meals for Meals on Wheels in Conway and Myrtle Beach areas. Call 340-5982 or email kathy@mowhc.org.
Donations: The Grand Strand Humane Society is in need of pet food donations: Pedigree dog/puppy food or Purina cat/kitten food. Donations can be dropped off at the shelter Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 11 a.m.-5 pm; Friday 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Saturday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. For larger donations, pick-ups can be arranged by calling 918-4913.
Donations: Operation Warm-up is in need of coats, blankets, clothing, hygiene products, shoes and more. Drop off at Grand Community Church, 3820 Holmestown Road, or call 997-5059.

Read more here: http://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/2012/11/16/3169458/saturday-wish-list-for-the-myrtle.html#storylink=cpy

Read more here: http://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/2012/11/16/3169458/saturday-wish-list-for-the-myrtle.html#storylink=cpy

Saturday, October 20, 2012

FALL O WEEN FESTIVAL

FALL O WEEN FESTIVAL TODAY!
To benefit Helping Hands!
Sports X Center- Joe White Ave.
9a.m. - 8p.m.
Free Admission

Facepainting (hosted by M.O.B)
Vendors
Artwork
Live Music
Crafts
AND MORE...

Bring your canned food donations for Helping Hands!

Saturday, October 6, 2012

FALL-O-WEEN Festival to benefit Helping Hands.

FALL O WEEN FESITVAL
OCTOBER 20, 2012
10AM - 8PM
At the X SPORTS CENTER in Myrtle Beach!
Artists, vendors, crafts, inflatables, facepainting, food and much more!
All proceeds to benefit Helping Hands.  Please bring canned foods for the canned food drive!
Anyone interested in vending please contact: Ernesto Hernandez https://www.facebook.com/#!/events/412728665455668/?fref=ts

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A SPOOKTACULAR DAY OF FUN!!!

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Vetran's Affairs Advocate and Home Health

Yet another kind resource for anyone needing help in obtaining V.A benefits (including medical,) home healthcare, hospice, or senior living assistance.  ELLEN McLAIN has offered to assist anyone with paperwork for VA benefits (and says she's learned the system and has obtained them for people in 45 days!) and also works for Magnolias Assisted Living in Horry Co. and can help find care for anyone needing it (free of charge of course.)

To contact sweet Ellen:
ellen.magnoliasofmyrtlebeach@yahoo.com

Please tell her that you found her contact on My Own Backyard's website so she will know what you are calling about!

Sunday, September 2, 2012

Food Resources

We've been getting many requests for food needs in Horry County.  Many of the food banks are in DESPERATE need of donations! Unfortunately, most of the food banks are in Conway but, many will bring food to those who need it.

Also, our friend Chris Steele hosts a project called Krypton Batcave Gaming and they work to support fundraising drives for Chrone's disease and Food Drives.  You can find them on Facebook at:https://www.facebook.com/krypton.gaming.5?ref=ts
  We have also learned that Helping Hand is overwhelmed and needs donations. 

  If you have something to spare, M.O.B will ALWAYS take it to give.  Food, clothes, baby supplies, any necessities.  There is always someone who can use these things!

Buck Creek Baptist tuesday 3-5  on hwy 9.
Truelight church first weeks, and third week of the month 12-3.  off Grissom.
A church behind  Arc animal hospital in Surfside every other Friday 4-6
   (Sorry, not much information to be found for these resources.)

Helping Hand:  1411 Mr. Joe White Ave. Myrtle Beach, SC.    Food Bank       843-448-8451
Local Bus Tickets• 1,841 bus vouchers for people to get to doctor appointments, job interviews, social services and other required locations
Long Distance Bus Tickets
• 298 bus vouchers for people to get home
Gas Cards
• 1,242 gas cards for individual cars
Utility Assistance
• 828 local families received assistance to prevent water or electric shutoffs
Rental Assistance
• 434 families received assistance to prevent evictions
Prescription Medications
• 326 clients received help for emergency medications
Other Financial Assistance
• 454 clients received other financial assistance including minor automobile repair, tires, ID cards and birth certificates
Telephone and Mail Center
• 9,247 clients used the telephone for local and long distance calls and received their mail at the Helping Hand also references these resources:
Meals Community Kitchen: 1411, Mr Joe White Ave., 843-444-9383
Street Reach Ministries: 509 9th Ave N, 843-448-5843        
Lodging
Myrtle Beach Haven House: 975 Campbell St., 626-2427
Street Reach Ministries: 1005 Oceola St., 626-3643
Medical
Little River Medical Center: 1075 Mr. Joe White Ave., 839-2049,
839-2939
Friendship House: 1396 Hwy 544, Conway, 347-7178
Clothing
Associated Charities: 742 8th Ave. N, 448-6321
Salvation Army: 212 N. Kings Hwy. (off 3rd Ave. N), 946-7279
First United Methodist Church: 901 N. Kings Hwy. (off 9th Ave. N.), 448-7164
Furniture and Housewares
Associated Charities: 742 8th Ave. N, 448-6321
Salvation Army: 212 N. Kings Hwy. (off 3rd Ave. N), 946-7279
Habitat for Humanity Resale Store: 1519 Executive Ave., 626-5577
Work Opportunities at
Labor Ready: 803 George Cox Blvd., 916-1233
Able Body: 1109 N. Kings Hwy., 946-7453
Staff Zone: 718 - 8th Ave. N., 626-2880

 If anyone knows of someone in need, please give them this list of resources:
Back Pack BuddiesConway843-234-5019Food Services Male, Youth, Special Needs SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
Bread of Life Tabernacle, Inc. - Bo3400Conway843-397-4275Food Services, Emergency Food, Emergency Church, Food Pantry Male, Female, Youth, Seniors, All Ages, Families, Special Needs Thursday
4:00 to 6:00 PM
Salvation Army of Conway S00300Conway843-488-2769Food Services, After School Program, Emergency Food, Food Pantry Male, Female, Youth, All Ages Monday - Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and 1:00 to 4:30 PM
Waccamaw Youth Center, Inc.Conway843-369-0200Childrens Home Male, Youth
Word of Life Christian ChurchConway843-397-1900Food Services, Emergency Food, Food Pantry Male, Female, Seniors, All Ages, Families Tuesday and Thursday
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM



 

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Autobiolibrary

A very important and ongoing project for our M.O.B community is our effort to collect, archive and encourage the autobiographical stories of people in our community and, eventually, everywhere.  In a technologically influenced society, we are losing the will to write and record our most important and personal views of the world and our environment.  It has always been these personalized accounts of the average person, the story not controlled by editorial criticism, that allows us to learn and grow as a society and as people.
  We have prepared a simple form for you to begin your autobiographical journey.  No matter your age or writing level, we encourage you to reflect and record the lessons, observations, solutions, loves, losses and wisdoms of your life's story.
  We've made it easy to do.  You can either create your own blog and we will post it, or simply type and send in pdf attachment to M.O.B (myownbackyardcommunity@gmail.com) and we will post your installments on our blog.  These can be anonymous or titled.  As M.O.B continues to grow, we will develop new ways to present these autobiographical texts.  We are looking for new formats, better archiving methods, ways to allow you to update and edit, and even opportunities for podcasting (which will come when we launch a hosted website.)

Please take a moment to visit our wordpress at:  www.autobiolibrary.wordpress.com
You will find there a template to help you begin.

These will not be edited or changed.

Please include a statement stating we have permission to post your writing in your e-mail.

Stop.Think.Record.PassAlong.MoveForward.BeWell.

Friday, June 8, 2012

Summer Projects For M.O.B
We are assisting SOS Healthcare in efforts to raise needed items for The Richard's Summer Camp. This camp provides a good environment for children with Autism in Horry County. Currently, they need donations of bottled water, healthy snacks (and gluten free snacks) and any other monetary donations to sponsor a child's tuition.  Please contact M.O.B for drop off or mail in addresses:  myownbackyardcommunity@gmail.com

ALSO we are on a strong mission to assist Project Hope, a currently one woman powerhouse in support of women in crisis (re-orienting after incarceration, abuse victims, ect.) Brenda Rhue is the founder of this AWESOME non profit and really needs donations and volunteers!!! Please contact M.O.B for more information on how to get involved!

Sunday, April 15, 2012

Collaborative Project Group!

Collaborative Group Projects
My Own Backyard

Group Mission:  To create multi dimensional works of art using multi media/mediums and combined perspectives creating a more diverse and rich content.

How This works:
Content matter will be selected by vote among the group.  Three content categories will be focused upon:  Social content, esthetic content, and children’s content.  Each project will designate a team for each dimension of the project categorized by medium/media: videography, photography, mixed medium, installation, writing, journalism, and event/performance.
Each team will work within their group to develop a strategy for implementation
Each strategy will pose before the collaborative group for approval and criticism.
Each team will adhere to specific guidelines of the collaborative (see by laws)
Once each team has completed their dimension, we will work together collaboratively to design a cohesive method for exhibition and translation so that each dimension will work together to create one work of art.
This project is open to everyone, there are no restrictions to age, skill level nor location.  You and/your team must be able to submit work via e-mail including: jpg images of work, video streams and/or any other digital medium.

By Laws:
DEDICATION to your team!  This Collaborative is designed to create more opportunities for local artists and creatives to exhibit, sell and develop their own body of work.  If you can not adhere to your specified duties as a team member you will be disqualified from that particular project.

COMMUNICATION with the group!  This is an ego free collaborative.  It is a learning experience first and foremost and we will at all times employ professionalism.  All criticism is in the interest of the group NOT in the interest of the individual and is intended to lift the project NOT to degrade it.  Badgering, ill criticism (not constructive) and general drama MUST be left at the door THIS INCLUDES BODY LANGUAGE.  We will work honestly,  openly and will NEVER agree 100% but, we will revere one another as artists and intellects!  Failure to do so will rely on the discretion of each team leader and can result in your disqualification on that project.

INVOLVMENT: Every group member will commit to continually and progressively thinking about content for further projects.  Every member will submit nominations for project ideas written in the format provided.
Each group member will sign a waiver stating that all submitted content related to any one project is property of this collaborative.  This means, any contest winnings, publishing and/or opportunity which shall arise as a result of materials used in the final product will be distributed and rightfully owned by every member of this collaborative.

Should opportunity for travel, partial exhibition, or other undividable opportunity arise, it will become the decision of the group as to who will be appointed to receive on our behalf.  Decision will be made by vote.
Deadlines WILL be adhered to.  Extensions must be approved by the Director (Rachel Harris-Beck)
Any expenses accurred are the responsibility of the artist.  We must think sustainably. 

We will learn and follow all copyright, and public content laws in creating our work ie;  waivers signed for release of photo/video by individuals, creditation to public landscapes, use of clip art or design must include right to use statements.

NO GROUP IMAGES WILL BE DISPLAYED IN ANY PUBLIC FORUM WITHOUT PERMISSION OF THE GROUP!  No facebook updates with images, no discussion of content etc.  WE ARE A SECRET SOCIETY and we want to create a suprising final product!

Discussing your personal work is optional.  All information discussed in this group will be respected.
If you agree to these by laws and are willing to make the commitment to this project, please copy and paste the following statement, fill out the information and e-mail your statement attached to:  myownbackyardcommunity@gmail.com


Collaborative Group Questionare:
Name:
Address:
Phone:
Preferred Media/Medium:
Skill Level :  beginner   skilled   professional
I am interested in the following media/mediums:
Videography:  Cinematography
              Documentary 
Photography  Painting  Mixed Medium
Graphic Design  Web Development Three Dimensional Design Industrial Design
Quality Craft  Fashion   Textiles  Music/audio Lighting
Set Design  Writing   Illustration Other two dimensional design:_______
Performance  Installation  Event Planning  Curatorial Management
Public Art  Editing:  Writing  Video   Photo
I am interested in the following content:
Social Content
Esthetic Content/Design
Children’s Content
I can commit to _____ meetings a month
I will commit to _____ hours per week to develop my team’s project dimension

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Potential Space

Good news... at least a closer step toward the ultimate goal.
We have our sights on spaces for the development of a Cultural Arts Center!  This is the ultimate goal of MOB, a center which will encompass a LARGE variety of cultural arts classes, lectures, events, and services including some secrect suprises.  All profits to be donated to community!
Why should you care BEFORE we have a license or space?  Because, we are planning a near future meeting to appoint an official board, discuss fundraising and volunteers and essentially to discuss the multitude of opportunities this will bring to everyone!
The idea of THIS project was part of the end of a three year plan that may be manageable even with in the next six months BUT... thus far, there have only been a few of us working on development and, this project being so suddenly upon us will take an army!
So, what can you do? 
-Watch our posts for upcoming meetings.  They won't be excessive but, they are necessary for development.
-Talk about us.  Share our blogspot with community members (everywhere.) 
-Subscribe, comment, and tell us you're interested!
The T-shirt design Call For Entries remains open.  Submit designs!
Building a solid structure has been slow moving due to bueraucracy and politics but, when we get there, we will be prepared!
Thank you M.O.B community for your interest! 

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

M.O.B. M.I.A?

We're still here... promise.  We have been working diligently on trying to obtain an official 501c3 license so that we can really get the ball rolling.  Without this tax exempt capability, we can not apply for grants or further funding in order to launch our artist shoppe or host fundraisers for area non profits.
In the meantime, we are developing new projects for "the fun of it."
We would love to hear any ideas you may have, updates on area progress, or events!
Please stay subscribed and watch for our upcoming progress!

Thank you M.O.Bsters,
Rachel

Friday, December 16, 2011

"Happy Holidays" by Harlan Lovestone


Created by The Greenhaus Founder, Harlan Lovestone, an inspirational message of the way things "used" to be before we became so reliant upon convenience. 

MOB loves what Harlan is doing in Greenville, SC!

From our community to yours... HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Sunday, December 11, 2011

Suprise Someone Who Needs It!

It is always the goal of M.O.B to only ask for very small donations yet, in lieu of a few last minute requests for assistance, we are sending out a fun challenge to our communities:

SEND SOMEONE IN NEED A $5.00 GIFT CARD (or more.)

So that they may purchase necessities and are able to have a safe Christmas with their family!
ONLY 14 DAYS UNTIL CHRISTMAS!

If you would like to send a suprise this Christmas, please contact M.O.B for addresses to send!

Thank you,
Rachel

Friday, December 9, 2011

The Lottery Epiphany

I had an epiphany to justify my madness last night... Over 100,000,000 people play the SC powerball lottery TWICE a week!
If everyone of those people gave just ONE MORE DOLLAR ONCE THAT YEAR, M.O.B would raise $100,000,000.00 towards community sustainability. ONE DIME A MONTH, a quarter each time they play.... wow, we just might not need Federal tax money to sustain anymore!
I pay myself $5.00 a week, which goes into a can marked "Wish List." This money, is my own little stash for things I don't need but, really want (like massages, or art supplies.) 
This week, I am implementing a new challenge for myself- $5.00 a week into a can marked "Pay It Forward."
I wouldn't expect everyone to stop playing the lottery- it supports our education system anyhow but, if you play, why not set aside a quarter each time for charitable donations? 
Odds for winning Powerball: 1 in 111,000,000 this week
Chances of changing the planet if everyone gave a dollar:  Guaranteed!

Sunday, December 4, 2011

2hands.org

Though My Own Backyard hopes to be a resource for additional funding and means to raise needed items throughout communities, it is organizations like 2Hands.org that we aim to assist.  Please take a moment to look at their site, read the posts (Horry Co. is listed in Mt. Pleasant and throughout) and register to give if you can put your hands on the requested needs.  Contact M.O.B (Casey or Rachel) if you need help getting things to the families.
   If you are in need... this is a great resource and, as always, M.O.B would like to help too!

http://www.2hands.org/

Friday, December 2, 2011

Happenings This Weekend In Horry County!

Roundtable Art Group -
Where
Travinia Italian Kitchen 4011 Deville St. in The Market Common

The Roundtable Art Group's Annual Show is Friday December 2nd from 7pm-11pm at Travinia Italian Kitchen in the Market Common. View the work of local artists and meet the artists in-person. Enjoy live jazz and light hors d'oeuvers. Admission is free, but $10 donations are requested. Funds will go towards the Roundtable Art Group's mission to help create more opportunities for local artists. So please come and show your support!


Handmade Market!-     https://sites.google.com/site/lulushandmademarket/
Saturday, Dec. 2, 2011   10:00AM until 5:00PM
Next to Lu Lu's Cafe - 1903 N. Ocean Blvd.  Myrtle Beach!
Cool, handmade goodness for everyone on your Christmas list!

Fresh Brewed Coffeehouse-

Vine Music Series
December 2, 2011

Winter Cabaret with
Coastal Carolina University
December 3, 2011

An Evening with
Danielle Howle
December 9 at 8pm
Tickets are $5 at the door. 

Links to gifts we love:  http://www.iheartmika.com/    Unique, artist inspired T-shirts
http://www.fartsyarts.com/    Casey's unique, retro-fabulous jewlery and trinkets! 

And while cyber surfing, please check out:  Greenhaus of Greenville, a like minded artist collaborative:


For more information on what's and where to's visit:  The Digitel http://myrtlebeach.thedigitel.com/poptop