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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

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)

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.

Angel Oak Award Banquet May 20

The Exchange Club of Kiawah-Seabrook Foundation is honoring Leroy Blake of Johns Island with the Angel Oak Award for his outstanding volunteer contributions to the people and quality of life on Johns Island and Wadmalaw Island.

The Exchange Club of Kiawah-Seabrook is proud to honor Mr. Leroy Blake as this year’s Angel Oak Award recipient. Among many strong nominations, Leroy stood out for the depth of his volunteer service and his unwavering commitment to the residents of Johns and Wadmalaw Islands. As nominator Shirley Salvo shared, “We could not get along without Leroy Blake at the Blessing Basket—his dedication is very much appreciated.”
For nine years, Leroy has been a driving force behind the Sea Islands Blessing Basket, using his truck to collect, transport, and distribute hundreds of pounds of food each month to nearly 300 families. He and his wife, Marva, also deliver to shut in clients and bring valuable insight to the Blessing Basket Board of Directors.

TOSI Happenings for the Week of April 20

NEWS YOU CAN USE

Beach Rules – Peak season beach rules are now in effect.

Disaster Awareness Day – May 29, 2026, Kiawah Island will host this year’s Disaster Awareness Day at KI Town Hall. More details to come.

2026 Town Grant Program – The Town is now accepting applications for funding from the 2026 Discretionary Grant Program. The first review of applications will take place on April 22, 2026. 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.

Public Safety Committee Meeting
Tuesday, April 21 – 10:00 am
The agenda can be viewed by clicking here. Watch Live on YouTube.

Discretionary Grants Committee Meeting
Wednesday, April 22 – 9:00 am
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.

-Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

Ceiling Fans in Warm Weather

Warm weather is upon us and summer is around the corner. This is the time to change the direction of your ceiling fan. Turning the fan blades in a counter-clockwise direction will not only make you feel cooler, but it will lower the cost of running your air conditioner. To tell which direction the ceiling fan is turning, stand under the fan, look up and watch the ceiling fan spin. The blades should spin the opposite direction of a clock for summer cooling. You also should feel a breeze while standing under the fan. If you do not feel air movement, the fan is spinning clockwise.

To change the direction of the blades to counter-clockwise for cooling:

Turn off the fan and wait for the blades to come to a complete stop.
Locate the direction switch on the fan housing. Flip the switch. Turn the ceiling fan back on and confirm the direction.

If using a remote, stop the fan. When the blades have come to a complete stop, press the reverse button on the remote.
Turn the ceiling fan back on and confirm the direction.

–Tidelines Editors

(Image credit: Clipart Library, delmarfans.co)

Gentlemen Songsters Concert April 24

-Submitted by Ralph Finno