Situated just close enough to the energy and exuberance of the Hilton Head Island community and the charm of Old Town Bluffton, Colleton River Club offers the best of all worlds and serves as a preserve for the soul and the natural world.
Musicians in Bathrooms: Matt Eckstine
What famous musician would you love to play/sing a duet with? Dolly Parton (QUEEN!)
A Note From Town of Hilton Head Mayor Alan Perry: Town Expanding Opportunities for Local Small and Minority-Owned Businesses
The Town of Hilton Head Island regularly requests bids for a diverse range of services including project consulting, landscape maintenance, custodial work, catering, drone operations, engineering, road work, technology upgrades, and more.
A Note From Bluffton Mayor Lisa Sulka
Of particular intrigue is our GROWTH program, a recent addition spanning merely three years. This initiative is tailored for well-established and prosperous companies that have operated for multiple years.
Headline News: Larry Perigo
For the first few years after arriving in 1973, the Headliners were snowbirds, playing during the tourist season then moving on. Eventually, Perigo would make the island his permanent home, joining the island just as the loose collection of musical acts was slowly gelling into a scene.
Savannah Food Crawls With Jesse Blanco
And speaking of Christmas, this book would make an excellent Christmas gift for anyone you know who enjoys visiting Savannah or will be visiting Savannah sometime soon.
A Builder’s Dream: Colleton River Home is a Dream Come True
One thing Rhett understood from the get-go was that pending decisions often negatively impact build times, so he and Kaila invested months into planning and designing their home upfront, finalizing most of their selections before they even broke ground.
Setting Up Camp: How the Hilton Head Jazz Camp Grew
But someone had to lay the framework for that jam. And in the case of Hilton Head Jazz Camp, that would be our island’s own James Berry.
All Roads Lead to Caesar’s Legio XIIII
The groups get together and practice drills and fighting techniques. Their code of gear and dress is very strict and abides by a detailed handbook that explains exactly what they can wear and when they can move up in rank and armor.
Hilton Head Ballroom Dance Studio Celebrates 20 Years of Changing Lives
“Dancing changes lives here,” Virag said. “I never get more excited than to see how people bond and make friendships and lifetime friendships. Some of these ladies never would have known each other if not for the dance studio.”
First Tee: Beyond the Course
Individual instruction from coaches like Coach Trudy comes paired with feedback and help from a bevy of volunteers who help kids break down every aspect of their game and sharpen every skill.
The Art of Dressing Well
“One should either BE a work of art, or wear a work of art.”— Oscar Wilde
Editor’s Note: the Arts & Music Issue
As a creative person, this is one of my favorite issues to put out every year. I love highlighting local talent, and we are beyond blessed in this area.
All In The Family: Currycrete
CurryCrete is Family's Answer to Expanding an Already Successful Business If locally owned, family-owned, and American-owned are adjectives that attract your attention when you’re shopping for...
The Lowcountry Glow with Connie Sewell
Tip: try sconces in powder rooms instead of overhead or above mirror vanity lighting. Sconces offer a soft light and don’t cast shadows.
Club Car: Driving the State of Mind
“We want everyone’s experience here to be positive. We’re with you not just the day you buy your golf car, but as long as you have it in your garage.”
Gather ‘Round the Campfire’
A little bit inspiring, a little bit mad, but undeniably entertaining, Campfire Tyler puts on the kind of shows that simply remind you how fun the world can be.
Beaufort Memorial Opens First Facility on Hilton Head Island
We have excellent physicians on the island, but there are not enough to provide care for all the area residents.
Why Homeownership is “Terrific” Right Now
One homeowner busts the myths surrounding the American dream. I have been a proud homeowner since 2006, when my wife and I agreed to let a very large bank own a house that we could live in so long...
Risky Business – Not Insuring Your Valuables
Based in Bluffton, S.C. but licensed in all 50 states, Robert Kerdasha can insure all your properties and valuables nationwide. For more information, call (843) 405-8270 or (912) 220-9994. Not...
Vinyl Album Redux
As part of our Arts + Music issue this month, we attempted to recreate some classic, iconic album sleeves, starring a few of our favorite local entertainers.
Skillets Turns 30: Join Us in Savoring Three Delicious Decades
Whether good days or bad, high times or low, we all just want to sit down to something delicious and comfortable with people we like.
Celebrate You: The power of acknowledging accomplishments and embracing compliments
Why is it so difficult to accept a compliment or recognize your accomplishments?
Coming Back for Seconds: Rock N’ Ribs returns to fill your ears with rock and your belly with some of the best barbecue on earth.
And in the end, fun is what it’s all about. Well, that, and giving back.
Rob Moul: Fearless Intelligence
“I actually went to school for a program called Intelligence Studies,” he said. “I was going to work for the Federal Government in the CIA, FBI or NSA.”
What the Cluck: 10 Things To Know When Starting Your Flock
I knew nothing about the different breeds, so I just rolled the dice when ordering them from MyPetChicken.com.
Port Royal Sound Foundation On a Mission For a Sound Future
As the foundation continues to grow, Hayward and her team will continue to prioritize education, research, conservation, and organizational sustainability.
Palmetto Bluff’s Buffalos: Scrumptious Summer Stampede
“Buffalos is such an important part of our community with arguably the best restaurant views in the Lowcountry, and we are excited to showcase the new and improved space to our residents, members, and the broader Bluffton community…there is a real buzz in the air.”
A Taste of Heritage: Bluffton’s Newest Destination Restaurant, Okan
He’s honoring others on his culinary journey by giving back, helping black-owned farms build programs to serve more restaurants, and working to establish his place in the Lowcountry.
A Note from Bluffton Mayor Lisa Sulka
The Calhoun Street Regional Dock has been a part of Bluffton’s history since the 1800s, and throughout the partnerships with State Representative Bill Herbkersman and our state leaders, this dock remains an operational landmark of our town, ready for the next 100 years.
A Note From Hilton Head Island Mayor Alan Perry
We’ve already made significant strides in this year alone, reflecting our collective dedication to accomplishing the objectives set out in this strategic action plan. Here are some highlights I find particularly exciting.
Get Cooking With Le Cookery and Hilton Head Olive Oil & Balsamics
“…the business has also expanded into completely stocking kitchens for their clients. As a newly offered service, they go into a client’s kitchen, inventory the contents, make recommendations and supply the kitchen with tools—from pots and pans, to dinnerware, to glassware, to appliances, to placemats and more.”
Jesse Blanco: Proud MOMMA is Sprouting on the South End
Once upon a time, Kim was baking at home. Eventually she and her family moved into a space on Hilton Head’s north end where they were doing some sandwiches and catering.
Build a Car and See What Happens
How James Bradford and daughter Caroline Richey took their love for rebuilding old cars to the cloud and became YouTube sensations.
Growing a Family Legacy: Hardee Greens
Hardee Greens Vertical Gardens aims to serve, strengthen, and sustain The Harsta Family of Hardee Greens; Chase, Roel, Logan, Eric and Jennifer In early 2020, people around the world were beginning...
Food Truck Heaven: You Have Arrived
If you find yourself hankering for always-delicious, sometimes-exotic comfort foods that just hit the spot, be sure to check out one of the many food truck vendors that call Hilton Head and our surrounding areas home.
Ready Fore School: First Tee – The Lowcountry readies for its full slate of fall classes and new ways to help area kids become game changers.
A new initiative that started late this past summer will extend free classes to children of military personnel throughout Beaufort and Jasper counties.
A Lowcountry Night Out: Fashion Feature
As you gear up to see what’s new at all our old standbys, we figured we would throw together a vision board for you with some of the hottest fall fashions from our favorite local boutiques.
En Dentelle
En Dentelle aims to be a resource for brides and has pop-up events scheduled throughout the year.
Editor’s Note: September 2023
We hope you enjoy all things culinary this month.
Island Magic: Local Author Pens Mystery Series Based on Passion for Daufuskie Island
In 2022, to introduce more people to the island she loves, Smith decided to write a mystery series set on Daufuskie Island, which she has renamed Mongin Island. All Is Now Lost celebrates the gentle breezes, the miles of incredible beaches, tall protective oak canopies and the resilient people who live and thrive in the region.
Bluffton Self Help: Paving Path Through Education
Unfortunately, many teachers must pay for snacks out of their own pockets to provide for children who are unable or forgot to bring snacks from home. To ensure every child is ready to learn, Bluffton Self Help provides free snacks all year long to each Bluffton public school.
South Forest Beach Stunner: Constraints Are the Mothers of Imagination and Creativity
“We turned this dated and run-down house into a beachfront paradise. With a wonderful team and fantastic property, we created an extremely warm, welcoming, clean, crisp, coastal chic feel from a home that was in much need of repair.”
Born to Teach: Hilton Head Island School for Creative Arts Teacher of the Year, Emily Jeffords
“It’s wonderful being in a family environment committed to understanding and supporting the whole child and the whole learning experience.”
Rockin’ the Boateak: Local Jewelry Designer Lissy Rawl
As Rawl continued to grow her business online and in stores, her hard work caught the eye of a Southern Living editor…
A Note From Mayor Sulka
We want all our residents and visitors to enjoy our May River and to be safe.
Summer Stars – Students Are the Secret Weapon Driving the Workforce
The Department of Labor reports that the number of 15- to 22-year-olds working or job hunting spiked at about 37 percent in 2022, the highest since 2009.
Culturally Speaking: Town of Hilton Head Island’s ‘Queen of Culture’ Natalie Harvey
Upcoming projects Harvey is excited about include the 2023 Crescendo Celebration beginning Oct. 10 and culminating in the Hilton Head Lantern Parade (Nov. 18)
A Note From Mayor Perry
“This year, we are celebrating two significant milestones in Hilton Head Island’s history…”
Face to Face: As the “KC” in The Face Place by KC prepares for retirement, she looks to new generation to take skincare forward.
And as she prepares for the sun to set on The Face Place by KC, Cooksey is happy to see that the sun will rise on AboutFace Skin Therapy, offering that same dedication, passion and technical know-how that have served her clients for decades.