Participants say the affair provides a reunion of friends from a family built around their shared loved of plucking strings.

Haven't missed many fests

Everything from stone-ground yellow grits to oven-roasted rack of lamb are on the menu of what is arguably one of the most popular, locally owned eateries in Myrtle Beach. The service is consistently good, and the food is satisfying.

Breakfast at Croissants offers handfuls of Southern flavor and a bit of Northern intrigue. The omelets are fluffy, with just the right touch of butter and whatever good stuff you pick to have inside. Croissants offers several options, including ham and cheese, seaside (with shrimp and boursin cheese) and Norwegian (with salmon, pickled onions, cream cheese and capers).

"I grew up in the church, and my dad was a minister of music," Patty said. "In high school, I traveled and did concerts in different churches throughout the country. Who knew that would be great training ground."

After high school, Patty attended college to earn a music education degree. Eventually doors began to open, and what started out as a hobby became a professional career.

But he continues to bank on the fact that the music his primary group covers will always draw a crowd.

Downes, the lead singer of "Badfish, A Tribute to Sublime" brings his crew to House of Blues for a Saturday show in which his sister band, "Scotty Don't," will also play. To some, the set-up of the two bands is somewhat confusing.

2001 Nightclub

920 Lake Arrowhead Road, Myrtle Beach. TKO in Razzies and DJ Elliott in Club Touch, 8 p.m. Variety. $10, Ladies free until 9:30, Cardholders Free.

APPLEWOOD PANCAKE HOUSE, 14361 Ocean Highway, Litchfield. The Seacoast Artist Guild Gallery is open daily from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and features work by area artists. All art is for sale. The Seacoast Artist Guild 6th annual Fall Judged Show will be on display through Sunday at the Litchfield Exchange. 357-2626 or www.seacoastartistguild.com.

AT THE HOUSE, 4764 Main St., Shallotte, N.C., hosts Monday night Shag dancing at 7 p.m. Free. 910-754-8555.

Barefoot Landing, 4898 U.S. 17, North Myrtle Beach, hosts the Lighting of the Landing tonight at 7 p.m. featuring music, decorations, an appearance by Santa and more. 272-8349.

The Market Common, Myrtle Beach, hosts the second annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Nov. 27 from 5-6:30 p.m. featuring entertainment, carriage rides and photos with Santa. 839-3500.

Angels & Demons

Four Christmases

The single, "Heartbreak Warfare," already has some speculating on its subject with lyrics like: "If you want more love, why don't you say so?... Bombs are falling everywhere, heartbreak warfare."

Hmmm ... could that be a message to a certain famous "friend" whom he's been linked with on and off for the last two years? A look into the much-dissected love life of one of music's hottest hunks?

The Twilight Saga: New Moon | Bella Swan delves deeper into the mysteries of the supernatural world she wants to become part of, only to find herself in greater trouble than ever before. Starring Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner, Ashley Greene, Rachelle Lefevre and Billy Burke. PG-13. Theaters: CC RT CM BR16 IS C12

The Blind Side | A homeless teenager is taken in by Leigh Anne Tuohy and her husband, Sean. With help from his new-found family, tutors and coaches, he realizes his potential as a student and football player. Starring Sandra Bullock, Kathy Bates, Tim McGraw and Quinton Aaron. PG-13. Theaters: CC RT CM IS C12

'Twilight'-theme event

South Carolina Twilight Moms host a New Moon Extravaganza Charity Event with proceeds benefitting Alex's Lemonade Stand from 1-5 p.m. at Revolutions nightclub, 1320 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door. The fundraiser features a concert, pick-a-prize auction, "Twilight" and "New Moon" trivia game, food and more. 461-0464. See Pages 11-12 for a list of where you can catch a screening of "The Twilight Saga: New Moon," which opens in theaters today.

Sandra Bullock plays Leigh Anne Tuohy, a steel magnolia whose conservative certitude and indomitable willpower make Sarah Palin look lily-livered. The highway department has bulldozers that are not as pushy. Her husband, Sean (Tim McGraw), owns scores of fast food franchises, her daughter and son go to Memphis' swankiest Christian prep school, and she has a decorating business and country club luncheons to fill her idle hours.

Perhaps her take-charge ego needs a new challenge. For whatever reason, when she sees a black teen walking along a dark roadway, she orders him into her car and takes him home for a sleepover. When she learns that the boy, Michael Oher, has nowhere to live, she gives him a permanent home in her McMansion. The Tuohys are the sort of family that would fight a tax hike for idealistic social programs, but see their Christian duty to do right by Michael. Films don't show us compassionate conservatives like this very often, and I was happy to meet them.

When | 4 and 7:30 p.m.

Where | West Brunswick High School, 550 Whiteville Road, Shallotte, N.C.

In an interview with the fashion Web site WWD, Moss said one of her mottos was "nothing tastes as good as skinny feels."

The same slogan is posted on Web sites encouraging girls not to eat.

When | 8 p.m.

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

Depp nudged aside Jackman to get the coveted endorsement from People magazine Wednesday. It's the 46-year-old actor's second time as "Sexiest Man Alive." He also won in 2003.

Kate Coyne, senior editor at People, said on CBS' "Early Show" that Depp has achieved an almost "iconic status in terms of sexiness."

When | 7 p.m. intermediate class, 8 p.m. beginners class

Where | Grand Strand Senior Center, 1268 21st Ave. N., Myrtle Beach (entry from right side of the building)

The entertainer spoke about his recovery before Monday's annual benefit for the Elton John AIDS Foundation, which honored former President Clinton and Sharon Stone among others.

"The worst thing about being in the hospital was that, actually, it's the first time I've been in bed for about nine days in the whole of my life, except for maybe when I had my tonsils out," he said. "So, I was all right. I had a good rest; I didn't expect it. The worst thing was having to cancel shows. I hate that. But I'm back on my feet, and I'm bouncing around now."

Suspended Martins Ferry Chief Barry Carpenter entered the woman's home but never stole anything, attorney Dennis McNamara said during the opening arguments in Belmont County court.

Carpenter and Police Chief Chad Dojack from nearby Bridgeport are accused of scheming to sell items from the eastern Ohio home of surrogate Michelle Ross to the celebrity photographers.

When | 6 p.m.

Where | Bove Restaurant and Bar, Pawleys Island