Tomorrow, Sunday, December 21 at 10:03 am EST is the Winter Solstice marking the official start of winter, when Earth’s northern axis tilts furthest from the Sun. It’s the moment the Sun is directly over the Tropic of Capricorn, signaling the start of winter in the Northern Hemisphere and summer in the Southern Hemisphere.
Continue reading “Winter Solstice December 21”TOSI Swearing In Ceremony January 6, 2026
The town will host a swearing-in ceremony for Mayor-Elect Bruce Kleinman, Town Council Members Pat Faulkner, Thomas J. Hund, Raymond Hamilton, Darryl May, and Utility Commissioner E. James Ferland on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 12:00 pm.
The swearing-in ceremony will be held at Seabrook Island Town Hall (2001 Seabrook Island Road). The ceremony is open to the public, and light refreshments will be provided at the conclusion of the event.
–Submitted by Town of Seabrook Island
What are Those White Birds Around the Lake?
What are those beautiful white birds that flock to the trees around the lakes? Why do they roost there? Is it a seasonal thing?
Recently, there are large numbers of the Great and Snowy Egrets and White Ibis that pour into the trees and shrubs around lakes on Seabrook Island. They have been spotted at the Lake House, Jenkins Point, etc. There are also Wood Storks hanging around the pond in front of the Lake House.
Continue reading “What are Those White Birds Around the Lake?”Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy (SIGSC) Celebrates 25 years!!
On December 5, 2025, SIGSC proudly celebrated 25 years of preserving and protecting the natural beauty of Seabrook Island. This milestone event was a testament not only to SIGSC’s enduring mission—to preserve and enhance Seabrook Island’s natural environment through:
- Land and easement acquisition
- Education and conversations about conservation
- Advocacy for the long-term protection of our island’s natural assets
but also, to the dedication and generosity of the surrounding community. The celebration brought together long-time supporters, new friends, and passionate advocates for conservation.
Keep Up with the Lake House December 17
Activites & Events
- Meet the Candidates Night – Two ways to “Meet the Candidates” on Monday, January 12, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Oyster Catcher. Choose between a Zoom webinar (registration required) or a watch party (RSVP required). Click here for more information.
- Polar Bear Plunge – Thursday, January 1, 2026, at North Beach near Boardwalk 1. Splashdown is at 10:30 am. Click here for more details.
- Annual Meeting Events – Arts & Crafts Show (registration required) and Oyster Roast for property owners at the Lake House, Friday, February 13. Annual Meeting at Seabrook Island Club Atlantic Room Saturday, February 14. Click here for details.
Fitness Classes
Monthly Schedule
The Group Exercise Schedule can be viewed by clicking here.
Semi-Private Series
Sign up now for the following semi-private classes. For more information about the series and detailed descriptions of the individual classes, click here.
- Chair Yoga – Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. The January series meets from January 7 to 28. The February series meets from February 4 to 25.
- Yin Yoga – Tuesdays at 5:15 pm. The January series meets from January 6 to 27. The February series meets from February 3 to 24.
Charleston Gaillard Center Presents The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra with Ray Chen
January 21, 2026
7:30 pm
Ray Chen, soloist
Vasily Petrenko, music director
Experience a night of musical brilliance as the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO), one of the most celebrated touring orchestras in the world, returns to the Charleston Gaillard Center for a thrilling, one-night-only performance. Joined this season by acclaimed violinist Ray Chen, the RPO enriches lives through orchestral experiences that are uncompromising in their excellence and inclusive in their appeal—placing it at the forefront of music-making in the UK and beyond.
Continue reading “Charleston Gaillard Center Presents The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra with Ray Chen”Charleston Music Hall Presents Welcome to the Lu-Niverse
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Doors open: 7:00 pm/ Show: 8:00 pm
Click here for tickets.
Continue reading “Charleston Music Hall Presents Welcome to the Lu-Niverse”St. Christopher Barrier Island Family Weekend January 23-25
St. Christopher Announces Barrier Island Family Weekend, January 23-25, 2026!
Welcome to St. Christopher Barrier Island! We are excited for a weekend full of new experiences, education, and most importantly, fun! We will offer a range of activities from a walk through the salt marsh to our infamous mud pit, a hike through our maritime forest, learning and meeting some of our local species, singing campfire songs, and more!
You and your household will have the opportunity to experience classes like Let’s Sea, Woods/Creatures of the Marsh, Herpetology, Scales & Tails, Lost & Found, Ocean Impact, Campfire, Dance, Nocturnal Wildlife, and Noodle Hockey, with lodging in our cabins and meals included!
We look forward to welcoming families and households with children aged 0-grade 12 to our Barrier Island Family Weekend program. This camp is intended for families and households with children, not for groups of exclusively adults.
Our 2026 Barrier Island Family Weekend will be January 23-25. For more information, including cost, and to register for this event, please use this link.
-Submitted by Katie Sullivan, Director of Student Ministries, St. Christopher Camp & Conference Center
TOSI Happenings for the Week of December 15
NEWS YOU CAN USE
Town Hall will be closed December 24- 26 for the Christmas holiday. Town Hall will reopen on Monday, December 29, for normal business hours. Town Hall will also be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026, for the New Year’s Day holiday.
Swearing-in Ceremony – The town will host a swearing-in ceremony for Mayor-elect Bruce Kleinman, Town Council members Pat Faulkner, Thomas J. Hund, Raymond Hamilton, Darryl May, and Utility Commissioner E. James Ferland on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 12:00 pm.
Beach Off-Peak Season – Beach patrol has now ended for the 2025 season (October 1). For a full list of beach rules, visit our website here. Off-Peak Season (October 1 – March 31): Pets are permitted to be off-leash at all times in the General Beach area, provided they are effectively controlled while on the beach.
TOSI Monthly E-newsletter – To stay up-to-date with town communications, sign up for the e-newsletter by clicking here.
MEETINGS
Public Safety Committee Meeting
Tuesday, December 16 – 10:00 am
The agenda can be viewed by clicking here. Watch Live on YouTube.
Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, December 16 – 2:30 pm
The agenda can be viewed by clicking here. Watch Live on YouTube.
Seabrook Island Utility Commission Meeting
Wednesday, December 17– 8:30 am
The agenda can be viewed by clicking here.
View the calendar of meetings beyond this week by going to the home page of TownofSeabrookIsland.org.
Agendas will be posted at least 24 hours before each meeting. All videos can be found on the town’s YouTube channel. Individuals wishing to participate in the meeting via Zoom can call (843) 768-9121 or email pwiggins@townofseabrookisland.org for login information before the meeting.
-Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island
Charleston Symphony Holiday Pops!
December 18, 19, 20 at 7:30 pm
Matinee Performance December 20 at 1:00 pm
Gaillard Center
Unwrap the joy of the season with Charleston’s most cherished holiday tradition! Holiday Pops is back with a spectacular celebration that is bigger and brighter than ever, a high-energy blend of spirited songs, magical movie soundtracks, and festive favorites. You won’t want to miss Broadway powerhouse and Nashville recording artist, Rachel Potter, along with choirs, special guests, and pipers. Holiday Pops will feature audience favorites from Frozen and The Polar Express – to timeless treasures like The Nutcracker, O Holy Night, Hark! The Herald Angel Sings, and more. This magical evening is the perfect experience to get into the holiday spirit with friends and family of all ages. Secure your seats now for the most joyous event of the year!
Click here for tickets and additional information.
–Tidelines Editors
(Image credit: Charlestonsymphony.org)
Blood Drive Thursday, December 18
The next Seabrook Island Community Blood Drive will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at The Lake House from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm. Seabrookers have a long history of meeting the American Red Cross’s blood donation needs, so thank you in advance.
Please note that the following fitness classes located in the Live Oak Hall will be canceled on Thursday, December 18, due to the Blood Drive:
• The Deep Stretch
• Get Pumped
• 30/30 Cardio Stretch
To select an appointment time, contact RedCrossBlood.org (Sponsor Code: SEABROOK). Donors have found that using RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass on the day of the drive speeds up the intake process and saves waiting time. Not sure of your schedule? Walk-ins are warmly welcomed.
Why do people donate blood?
Continue reading “Blood Drive Thursday, December 18”Mary Whyte Visits Seabrook Island
Mary Whyte Day Draws Overflow Crowd
On Wednesday, December 3, the Seabrook Island Artist Guild (SIAG) in conjunction with the Seabrook Island Real Estate Office (SIRE) unveiled its new Living Room Gallery with a standing-room-only event featuring nationally acclaimed watercolorist Mary Whyte. Months in the making, the evening combined a warm community gathering with a touch of ceremony: Mayor Bruce Kleinman presented Whyte with an official declaration proclaiming December 3, 2025, as “Mary Whyte Day” in the Town of Seabrook Island.
The celebration included a book signing and an inspiring presentation by Whyte, whose message about courage, creativity, and sharing one’s gifts resonated with the audience. Guests were captivated as her artworks were projected onto the large monitor—especially when she highlighted portraits featuring familiar faces from the Lowcountry.
