The Charleston Airshow is coming to Charleston Harbor this Saturday, May 2. This is the first time in over a decade that the Blue Angels will perform over the waterfront. The show is free, open to the public, and no tickets are required.
Practice flights take place on Thursday, April 20, and Friday, May 1.
To find out more about times, parking, and public viewing areas, click here.
Please note that there will be significant traffic and congestion beginning late in the morning on Saturday, May 2, in downtown Charleston, on the Mount Pleasant waterfront, and along routes near the Ravenel Bridge.
A limited number of spots remain for the Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic’s 19th Annual Golf Invitational at Cassique on June 16. This event sells out quickly, so don’t miss the opportunity to play a challenging course while supporting a meaningful cause. Registration is available for both teams and individual players.
Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic provides a free medical home to uninsured adults across the Tri-County area, serving more than 1,200 patients, many of whom work in hospitality, landscaping, and construction across the Barrier Islands.
This past Sunday, on a beautiful afternoon, the Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy (SIGSC), in partnership with SIPOA, organized an enjoyable bike ride and Low-Speed Vehicle (LSV) tour highlighting several of our preserved green spaces. The tour kicked off with a detailed map of the 8-mile bike route. The SIPOA Safety and Security Committee generously provided bells for the bicyclists to enhance their safety and enjoyment.
Participants explored 11 designated sites, each marked by green and white flags that highlighted the extent of conservation efforts on Seabrook Island. At every stop, dedicated volunteers provided insightful overviews of these preserved areas. Attendees collected stickers at each location to track their progress throughout the tour. Continue to see pictures of the event.
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.
Yogafor Bone Health – Mondays at 11:00 am on April 20 and 27.
Turtle Season will be starting again, so please don’t forget that from May 1 through October 31, all outdoor lighting facing the ocean on beachfront units must be turned off from dusk to dawn. Also, close the drapes or shades on windows facing the ocean during this time period.
Mama turtles dig nests by moonlight and can be easily spooked by a bright light, even a camera flashing a picture. Later in the summer newly hatched turtles will use moonlight reflecting from the ocean waves to find their way to the water.
When on the beach at dark, please use red filters on flashlights. Artificial light, such as flashlights without filters, can disturb the turtles. This includes flashlights on phones as well.
Seabrook Island Village (SIV) hosted a workshop on “Navigating Wise Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)” on April 14. This high-interest presentation, with an audience of over 50 people, was led by Chad Droze.
With so many questions about AI, Chad led the audience through a basic understanding of what AI is and what AI is not, giving examples along the way. It was very surprising to learn that most of us are using some form of AI without even realizing it whenever we use our devices. The software on our devices uses our information and habits to learn patterns from our data to make decisions, predictions, or create new content.
Popular AI apps such as ChatGPT can be beneficial to us, but we also need to be aware of Deep Fake AI, such as face swapping, voice cloning, lip syncing, and full body puppeteering, having us question what is real. A highlight of Chad’s presentation was his creation of a live demo of AI using ChatGPT with a real scenario. Audience members then had the opportunity to share their own experiences using AI apps. The program concluded with the reminder that where AI is going in the future leaves us with more questions than answers.
The next monthly Brown and White pickup is Friday, May 1, 2026.
Bulk items can be left curbside by 7:00 am. Place items, including furniture, appliances, grills, lawn furniture, or other similar household items where you would normally leave your trash and recycling.
Hazardous waste such as old paint cans, electronics, batteries, fluorescent lights, and old yard or household chemicals can be taken to the Maintenance area (adjacent to the Community Garden at 2902B Seabrook Island Road) that morning between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm. Please hand hazardous materials directly to the attendant on duty.
Before you put your used furniture or other items on the curb for Brown and White Pickup on Friday, consider recycling them with Sea Island Habitat for Humanity. Contact the store at 843-559-4009 for more information and to arrange for free pickup of large items.
Click here for the SIPOA Garbage, Recycling, and Yard Debris Pickup Schedule for 2026.
It’s time to start preparing for hurricane season! Although the official start of hurricane season is June 1, 2026, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is urging everyone to begin their preparations now.
You can take several steps to get ready, such as assessing your risk level, creating an evacuation plan that includes your pets, and discussing your hurricane preparedness plans with your neighbors.
Beach Rules – Peak season beach rules are now in effect.
Disaster Awareness Day – 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. Click here for more information.
2026 Town Grant Program – The Town is now accepting applications for funding from the 2026 Discretionary Grant Program. For more information about the Discretionary Grant Program, or to download a grant application form, please click here.
Business License Renewal – The deadline for TOSI business license renewal is April 30, 2026. Renewals after April 30 are subject to late penalties. Click here for more information.
TOSI Monthly E-newsletter – To stay up-to-date with town communications, sign up for the e-newsletter by clicking here.
MEETINGS
To stay up to date on meeting dates and times, visit TOSI’s calendar located on its homepage.
Town Council Meeting Tuesday, April 28 – 2:30 pm The agenda can be viewed by clicking here. Watch Live on YouTube.
Agendas will be posted at least 24 hours before each meeting. All videos are available 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.
To view the calendar of meetings beyond this week, visit the home page of TownofSeabrookIsland.org.
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
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.
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.
