You can learn more about how the Gulf oil spill could affect our coast.

The Grand Strand Technology Council is hosting a program on local issues related to the oil spill and future problems.

It's set for Thursday, June 24th from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Horry-Georgetown Technical College Grand Strand campus. That's near the Market Common.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE 

6:00 - 6:30 p.m. - Networking Reception

6:30 - 6:40 p.m. - Welcome and Introductions

6:40 - 7:20 p.m. - Featured Speakers: Dr. Louis Keiner - "Ocean Currents and Modeling" Dr. Jim Luken - "Wetlands Ecology"

7:20 - 7:30 pm - Q&A

7:30 - 8:00 pm -- Additional Networking among Attendees and Speakers

The event is free. But they do ask that you register. To register, email your name, organization and contact info to events@gstechcouncil.org.

Click here for information on Grand Strand Technology Council at www.gstechcouncil.org