Give yourself a break. Be kind to yourself. And know you can absolutely do it all. You can. You just can’t do it all at the same time and probably not on the same day (sometimes not even the same week).
Beloved Store Celebrates the Magic of Childhood
The story of Island Child is more than just a story about a family business; it shows how families evolve and grow together.
Love to Share
Bluffton couple’s pre-teen daughter is catalyst for pushing foster family status
Picture Perfect
We sourced local boutiques for these photo-shoot ready looks for your Mother’s Day get-together
All in the Family
A CH2/CB2 Special Section
Tips for New Empty Nesters
Many parents describe periods of unprovoked tears and experience a sudden void in their lives
The Flavor of Family
In family and in business, the only constant is change
A Double Scoop of Summer Fun
New owners, new location usher in a delicious new era for Frosty’s Ice Cream
Editor’s Note April 2025
Man, does this town show up and show off for the RBC Heritage every year!
A Triple Scoop of Summer Fun
We all know what these rising temperatures really mean. It’s time for ice cream at Coligny.
Spring Break Fun With Kids Doesn’t Have To Break the Bank
Repeat it with me: “A vacation with kids is not a vacation, it’s a trip!”
Is it Luck, or Hard Work, That Matters?
Write your thank you notes, people! Seriously. And do not wait for someone to remind you to do it.
Next to Normal
Pulitzer-winning Next to Normal opens Sea Glass Stage season
Paws On Learning
Not only trains dogs, but makes them part of the family
A Celebration of Conservation: The 7th Annual Page Island Oyster Roast
The Page Island Oyster Roast is more than an event; it’s a beacon of hope for the environment and the children of Beaufort County. Every ticket sold directly supports The Outside Foundation’s initiatives, which include providing eco-education programs, promoting access to outdoor experiences, and fostering a sense of environmental stewardship among local youth.
Snow Days Behind Us Mean Festivals Ahead
Once again, the stage is being set to not only offer attendees some of the best culinary experiences this island offers, but also, importantly, to raise a significant amount of money for area charities.
Giving Back at Coligny
Hilton Head’s downtown enters 2025 with a renewed commitment to our community
Preparing for the Holidays
Add some meaning to the merriment.
Finding Holiday Fun On the Island You Thought You’d Left Behind
Here’s the secret to entertaining literally anyone between the ages of 2 and 25: Get out of the house.
Feelings, Fear, and Other F Words
The truth is, feelings, fears, frustrations, and failures are part of being human. And once we stop treating them like they’re out to get us, we can finally start living with a little more ease, joy, and a little more freedom.
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Marks 25 Years
…of gathering together to celebrate community.
Fall Into Autumn With Pumpkins and Wagon Rides
Folks here have a love affair with October because we love a good party, we jump at any opportunity for forced family fun, and we live for the perfect photo op.
Silver Bells, Purple Rain
How the Hilton Head Island tree lighting became the biggest show in town
Enjoy the Breeze!
Hop On, Hop Off, with Palmetto Breeze
The Rising Tide of Harbourfest: 35 Years
Celebrating the timeless joy of a community coming together
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.
Navigating the Complex Emotions of Mother’s Day
However, it’s essential to recognize that this day can be a painful reminder of complicated emotions and challenges for some.
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.
Rising Leadership of The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry
The future of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry remains dependent on the two biggest drivers of its past sustainability: a focus on serving the mission and strong leadership.
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
Building a Solid Foundation for a Healthy Relationship
The art of relationship building requires careful planning and patience, the right skills, and a touch of artistry to create something that withstands the tests of time and weather.
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.
Lantern Parade Offers Chance to Get Lit Up and Enjoy Beach Stroll
The parade was created by Chantelle Rytter of Atlanta, founder of the original Atlanta Beltline Parade, which celebrated its thirteenth year in May.
Fall Into Coligny This November: a Trio of Outstanding Events!
Fall is essentially spring break for locals, and few places understand that like Hilton Head’s downtown, Coligny.
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.
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.
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.
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)
6 Activities To Do On The Water With Kids
We’ve rounded up six of the best activities to do on the water with kids. See if your favorite made the list!
The Magic of Harbourfest: Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina
The magic of HarbourFest is real. When you stand under what used to be golden hue of the setting sun and watch it turning on cue to a deep navy blue, cuing the fireworks display, you might have to pinch yourself to believe it.
Fun in the Sun for Everyone
Pockets Full of Sunshine hosts annual event A happy group of 2022 Fun in the Sun for Everyone participants Since 2014, Pockets Full of Sunshine (PFS), 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization, has been...
Stay Gold
Grady Lambert just wanted to run across the country and change some lives. His run was cut short, but his mission has only just begun. Somewhere out there, a miracle happened, and we all missed it....
Dadpreneurs
Pete Savarese, The Ice Cream Cone, Located in Coligny Plaza, 1 N Forest Beach Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 (843) 785-4440 colignyicecreamcone.com Fatherhood is a calling, one that can sometimes...
Saving Daws: As Father’s Day approaches and we honor fathers and father figures, one local dad is in the fight of his life—the fight to save his son.
Scott and Stephanie Skager with their children Lennon (5) and Daws (3), and Amanda and Nate Skager with their children Amelia (11) and Nathan (8). As Father’s Day approaches and we honor fathers and...
A Dad Grows Up
It’s a question I get asked all the time. What does it take to be a dad? The people asking me this question are all hypothetical, and in fact may be figments of my imagination, but it does...
What Is Your Superpower?
What is your superpower? In his inspiring song Jevon Daly sings, “Your power could be your muscles. Your power could be your brains. Outside we all look different. Inside we’re all the same.” He...
Serious Fun: At Alliance Dance Academy, it’s about exploring the joy of dance. It’s about laying the foundations for success. And, oh yeah, it’s about having a blast doing it.
It’s hard to put into words the sheer hypersonic explosion of sound and spirit that a couple of dozen little kids can create. Their bottomless reserves of energy that can only be tapped through...
The Commissioning Journey
Six years ago, I sat with my husband, our eleventh-grade son, and a Marine Colonel at Truffles, having lunch to discuss taking the road less traveled. As the parents of a child interested in the...