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Tiki Hut Renovation Preserves Its Iconic Vibe
Change can be scary. Evolution isn’t always an improvement…“It’s the only beach bar truly built on the beach and it’s been that way for many years. All we did was dress it up a little bit.”
Enjoy the Breeze!
Hop On, Hop Off, with Palmetto Breeze
A Line In the Sand: Man Vs. Bear
For the uninitiated, the debate originated where all divisive and pointless arguments start – on the internet. In it, people air their views on which option they’d prefer to wander into while lost in the forest – a man or a bear.
The Rising Tide of Harbourfest: 35 Years
Celebrating the timeless joy of a community coming together
SSTI’s ‘Gypsy’ Features Outstanding Talent From Across the Country
Southeastern Summer Theatre Institute (SSTI) was founded by Hilton Head’s Ben Wolfe, and has become a Lowcountry staple, and as synonymous with summer as the tunes of Gregg Russell or Saturday traffic on the bridge.
The Great American Trailer Park Musical
Looking for laughs? come visit the “Trailer Park”.
Keepers of the Flame
“Having learned this art form from my grandmother, I am excited to be able to share this incredible part of my culture with the residents and guests of Palmetto Bluff,” Taylor said.
Written in the Stars
Alliance Dance Academy sparks imagination in young performers
Surf Gods with Dad Bods
Come shred the gnar with the young beach bums who have matured into the island’s second wave of surfers.
The Next Generation: Where There Are Moms, There Are Children
Help save our sea turtles. Remember to:
Keep our beach clean, flat, and dark
• Use a red flashlight on your nighttime
beach walks
• Fill holes dug in the sand
• Knock down sandcastles before leaving
the beach
• Remove all personal belongings
• Place litter in the proper receptacles
Mermaid of Hilton Head Dives Into a New Chapter
One of the most anticipated features of the new store is the inclusion of a dedicated photography studio.
Ready Set, Explore!
Fusion of two dynamic adventure businesses broadens land and sea experiences
Terpsichore
The program takes its name from Terpsichore, the Greek muse of dance, and is always an audience favorite.
Sun City’s Chorus & Orchestra Club Marks Major Milestone
When audiences fill the 500-plus-seat venue this month, they’ll hear music from Andrew Lloyd Webber, Carole King, ABBA, and more.
Kids Summer Camps: a Handy Guide for Summer 2024!
A collection of the most fun, creative, and athletic summer camps the area has to offer.
FLOW Fest at Palmetto Bluff Celebrates Artists, Community and Culture
This family-friendly event will feature talented musicians, artisans, kids’ activities, and vendors, bringing together the community to celebrate music and culture in a spectacular setting along the May River.
Musings from Across the Creek: The Birth of Harbour Town
On the days when I am overwhelmed by traffic and tourists, the ever-recurring questions of where to go, what to do, and where to eat, I focus on my memories of a place that captured my heart 50 years ago and how grateful I am to be a part of it all. Gratitude is at the very core of these stories and the reason I tell them.
New Book Documents Charleston Food Scene
I spent four long weekends in Charleston a couple of winters ago. Some by myself, others not. All we did was eat and drink for hours upon hours upon hours on end.
Making a Difference with Mother’s Day Makeovers
“It took something that tragic for me to break through the abuse,” Brown said. “Now, I’ve made it my mission to inspire other women in similar situations with my story of courage, resilience, and perseverance.”
Editor’s Note: May 2024
Have a wonderful May. Call your mom.
Dancing With the Stars
The Lowcountry’s best and brightest come out to shine for a good cause
A Day at the Moooovies: Artwork at The Ice Cream Cone at Coligny Doubles the Scoop on Fun
And cows, as anyone who has ever read “The Far Side” can tell you, are the animal kingdom’s most perfect punchline.
Blowing Up! Local Balloon Artist Makes Magic
“I know that what I do elicits emotions,” Ramirez said. “My designs can not only make somebody’s day, but their whole event. My goal is to make people happy and heighten the excitement of the occasion.”
Living With ALS
Island musician Gary Pratt’s journey proves he is not alone.
Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina
Say ‘aloha’ to the party pontoons that are making waves this summer
It’s the People!
Celebrating volunteers of the RBC Heritage
Musings from Across the Creek
The first Decade of the Island’s Development
Musicians in Bathrooms: Alice Gould
I’ll be back this summer at Coligny Plaza with John Cranford.
A Line in the Sand: Cold Plunging
Will I live longer because I’m jumping into cold water? Who knows?
Editor’s Note April 2024
There are so many fun things in this April issue.
Here Come the Clydesdales!
Iconic high-stepping horses featured in St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Tigers of the Air: Hilton Head Land Trust Nest Host to Great Horned Owl
“It was great to see
the owls,” I said.
She smiled.
“Yes. They’re wild things, of course. Killers, savages. They’re wonderful.”
– David Almond, Skellig
HHCA Marches Broadway Musical Classic onto the Stage
This Tony Award-winning classic is Americana at its best.
A Line in the Sand: Courtney’s Opinion & Barry’s Opinion
USCB has policies that are quite explicit about what can happen if a student uses others’ work – including AI – on course assignments. The AI-generated work belongs to the AI, not to the student.
Wingfest
We usually ask the participants not to do terribly hot wings for the judges. Well, that year the firefighters decided they wanted to enter their WMD – Wings of Mass Destruction. They were so hot, it brought the judging to a halt. Palates were destroyed.
Hilton Head Ireland’s Downtown
On St. Patrick’s parade day, there’s no place like Coligny to experience the magic
Musings from Across the Creek
The First Decade of the Island’s Development
Birth of a Stage Company Leads to Rebirth of an Island Landmark
Our Mission Statement: To celebrate the power of performing arts by creating a space where passionate, talented artists in our community and surrounding regions come together to bring stories to life.
Grab the Golden Ticket
The very instant you step onto Page Island, you’ll be struck by the profound significance of safeguarding and cherishing our environment.
Calibogue, Four-Legged Ambassador For Outside Brands
Meet Mike Overton’s Black Labrador Retriever
A Line in the Sand: an age-old debate…dogs vs. cats??
“So while I probably like my dogs more, I also recognize the fact that they are far more irritating than my cats.”
Getting the Band Back Together: Cranford Hollow
Cranford Hollow comes roaring back with Sounds from Big Thunder
Raising the Curtain
Coligny’s commitment to community takes center stage as Sea Glass Stage Company moves in.
Calendar Girls Take It All Off For Charity…Or Do They?
The production to be staged at May River Theatre this month, “Calendar Girls,” might be considered a bit out of the ordinary for our community. It could even be said that is an alternative kind of...
5 Best and Worst Love Songs
Love it or hate it, February is the month of love.
Reflections on Where We Live: a Personal Account, Written with Permission From the Charles E. Fraser Estate
I’ve often wondered what would have happened to me had my family not moved to Hilton Head Island, a barely known barrier island off the coast of South Carolina, in the early summer of 1975. We left...
Musicians in Bathrooms: Folderol with Davey Masteller, Candice Rae and James Berry
Ooooooo they are like a classy band! C2 is getting fancy!
A Line in the Sand
Immediately the world lost its collective mind, because deep down inside we’re all still in high school. When we see the popular girl and the one jock with a personality finally get together, we start whispering in the hallways and passing notes about it in homeroom.
Educating Tomorrow’s Artisans
American College of the Building Arts (ACBA) students can earn a Bachelor of Applied Sciences degree in one of the following specializations: architectural carpentry, timber framing, blacksmithing, plaster, architectural stone, and classical architecture and design.