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Reminder: SINHG Member Appreciation Night

Mark your calendars and save the date for the Annual SINHG Members Appreciation Night on May 14 at 6:00 pm. This special evening promises to be a fun celebration featuring a catered, authentic Lowcountry meal complete with dessert and a selection of beverages, including wine. Attendees will enjoy fellowship, entertainment, gain valuable information about upcoming events, and have the chance to engage in discussions about the group’s future direction.

All current members should have received an invitation to this exclusive gathering. It is important to note that this event is limited to current members only. RSVP deadline is May 1. Our membership year runs from June 1 through May 31 of the following year. If you are uncertain about your membership status or have any other inquiries regarding this event, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at info@sinhg.org. We are happy to help.

-Submitted by Annie Snelgrove for Seabrook Island Natural History Group

(Image Credit: SINHG.org)

SIAG May Artist of the Month, Pat Van de Graaf

Please join the Seabrook Island Artist Guild for a reception
to meet Gretchen and view her creative artworks.

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
4:30-6:00 pm
Seabrook Island Lake House

Pat Van de Graaf is an accomplished artist and printmaker whose work reflects decades of dedication to her craft. During her years in Connecticut, she served on the board of the New Canaan Society for the Arts and was an Artist Member of the Silvermine Guild of Artists, where she generously volunteered in a variety of roles over many years.

Seabrook Island Birders May Activities

Spring migration is in full swing! Come join us on a walk and discover the new spring and summer residents, as well as those just passing through.Please click here for more information and to sign up.

-Submitted by SIB

Disaster Awareness Day May 29

Mark your calendars for Disaster Awareness Day 2026

The Town of Kiawah Island will host Disaster Awareness Day on Friday, May 29, from 10:00 am to noon at Kiawah Island Town Hall, 4475 Betsy Kerrison Parkway.

Guest speaker, Mike Lamb, Director of Safety & Security (KICA), will speak about “What It’s Really Like When the Storm Hits.” This year’s keynote speaker, Chief Christopher Way of Charleston County EMS, will present a talk entitled “Leadership During Crisis: Decision-Making in a Major Storm.” A panel discussion will cover how the Emergency Operations Center functions.

The event program will run from 10:00 am to noon. Attendees are invited to arrive at 9:30 am to explore exhibitors’ displays. Attendance is free, but registration is required. Sign up here.

-Submitted by Town of Kiawah Island

Imagine credit: TOKI

Tour de Green Space Sunday, April 26

The Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy (SIGSC), in partnership with SIPOA, invites you to a delightful bike ride and LSV (Low-Speed Vehicle) tour this Sunday, April 26, from 2:00-5:00 pm. Check-in and a bike safety discussion will begin at 1:30 pm at the Lake House. We hope you can join us in this fun challenge to discover as many conservation sites as you can.

The tour will conclude at the Lake House for refreshments and exciting prizes!

Please invite your friends and family for what promises to be a joyful Sunday afternoon filled with exploration and camaraderie. We look forward to sharing this wonderful experience with you!

To learn more about Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy and how you can help, please visit our website at www.sigsc.net.

-Submitted by: Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy

Deadline to Obtain TOSI Business License is April 30

Every person or entity engaged in (or intending to engage in) any calling, business, occupation, or profession in whole or in part within the town limits of Seabrook Island is required to obtain an annual business license and pay an annual tax for the privilege of doing business within the town. A “business” is defined as any “calling, occupation, profession or activity engaged in with the object of gain, benefit or advantage, either directly or indirectly.”

A license is required for all new businesses (including home occupations, rental properties, and non-resident contractors) before operating in the Town of Seabrook Island. A new or updated license is also required when there is a change to an existing business’s ownership or principal place of business.

Businesses operating without a required license may be subject to a fine of up to $500.00 per day.

Tech Tips with Chad: Legacy Contact

The Importance of Establishing a Legacy Contact

Just recently, we here at Compu-Experts had to assist a customer who unexpectedly lost their spouse in a sudden manner. After the initial shock of that spouse’s death, dealing with children, grandchildren, and family and friends in the weeks and months to come, and the energy and effort it takes into planning a memorial service, sometimes the toughest road ahead is dealing with the mundane but necessary things about our daily lives, especially if the deceased spouse is the one who handled the household finances and monthly bills.

Of course, it’s important for each spouse to know certain things about the other’s digital life. Things such as passcodes to enter a phone or tablet, or important passwords for banking, investments, and utility companies that provide electric, water, cable, and internet, etc., are important things for both spouses to know at any given time. However, I want to discuss a peculiar situation and share a solution that I hope readers will make a priority after reading this newsletter.

Keep Up with the Lake House Wednesday, April 22

Activities & Events

Tour de Green Space – Sunday, April 26. A self-guided bike and LSV tour hosted by the Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy in partnership with SIPOA’s Safety & Security Committee. The starting location is the Lake House, and check-in begins at 1:30 pm that day. For more information, click here.

Save the Date – Property Owners Luau, Saturday, May 23, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm on the Lake House Lawn. Back by popular demand, enjoy traditional pig roast, live music, beer, and wine. Click here for more details.

Indoor Pool Lane Designations -To accommodate all users, click here for a reminder about the lane schedules. Knowing these guidelines helps ensure a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for all.

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.

Classic Mat Pilates – Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 am from March 30 to April 22 at Oyster Catcher. Please bring your own mat, as they are not available at Oyster Catcher.
Chair Yoga – Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. The May series meets from May 6 to 27. The June series meets from June 3 to 24.
Yin Yoga – Tuesdays at 5:15 pm. The May series meets from May 5 to 26. The June series meets from June 2 – 30. No class on June 9.
Yoga for Bone Health – Mondays at 11:00 am on April 20 and 27.

Keep Up with the Lake House April 22

Activities & Events

Fitness Classes

Classic Mat Pilates – Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 am from March 30 to April 22 at Oyster Catcher. Please bring your own mat, as they are not available at Oyster Catcher.
Chair Yoga – Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. The May series meets from May 6 to 27. The June series meets from June 3 to 24.
Yin Yoga – Tuesdays at 5:15 pm. The May series meets from May 5 to 26. The June series meets from June 2 – 30. No class on June 9.
Yoga for Bone Health – Mondays at 11:00 am on April 20 and 27.

Blessing of the Fleet and Seafood Festival April 26

Mount Pleasant’s annual Blessing of the Fleet will occur Sunday, April 26, 2026, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm at Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park, 99 Harry M Hallman Jr. Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC.

The festival pays tribute to Mount Pleasant’s local shrimping and fishing industry. Festival-goers will be treated to live music, a boat parade, and a ceremonial blessing of the shrimp/fishing fleet. Other activities include seafood samplings sold by local restaurants, shag and shrimp-eating contests, and a craft show.

Admission and family-friendly activities are free. There is limited parking at Memorial Waterfront Park. Handicapped-accessible spaces are available. Park & Walk: Parking is available at the Patriots Point Soccer Complex (85 Patriots Point Road). Free shuttle buses run continually from 10:45 am to 5:15 pm. Find Shuttle Locations Here! Riders are welcome to bring chairs and festival gear on the buses! The last buses leave the park at 5:00 pm.

For more information about the Blessing of the Fleet and Seafood Festival, click here.

–Tidelines Editors

(Image credit: CVB website)

SINHG Member Appreciation Night

-Submitted by Annie Snelgrove for Seabrook Island Natural History Group

(Image Credit: SINHG.org)

Swim Across America on Kiawah June 6

Hundreds of swimmers and volunteers are getting ready to dive in and make waves to fight cancer at the 10th Annual Swim Across America (SAA) – Charleston-Kiawah open water swim on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Night Heron Park, on Kiawah Island. The event raises crucial funds for cancer research at the Hollings Cancer Center at the Medical University of South Carolina.

Swimmers of all ages and skill levels are invited to take part in the annual Swim Across America – Charleston-Kiawah open water swim. Participants can swim a 1/2-mile or 1.5-mile open water swim, or participate in a same-day pool swim. For those not able to be there in-person, a SAA My Way virtual option is available.

For registration and volunteer opportunities (volunteer on the land or water), or to support the swim with a tax-deductible donation, click here.