July in Your Charleston County Parks

Check out the wide variety of activities available during July by Charleston County Parks!


Festivals & Events
July 16 Inclusive Swim Night
July 17 Reggae Nights Summer Concert
July 24 Dancing on the Cooper
July 25 Inclusive Swim Night
July 25 Youth Triathlon
July 26 Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series
July 31 Moonlight Mixer

Nature, History & Culture
July 17 Homeschool in the Parks: Animal Trackers
July 18 Early Morning Bird Walk at Caw Caw
July 18 Caw Caw: Walking on History
July 22 Early Morning Bird Walk at Caw Caw
July 23 Mystical Moths
July 25 Early Morning Bird Walk at Caw Caw
July 25 Tea Farm Creek Canoe Trip
July 25 Rooted Knowledge: Colonial Herbals and Medicine
July 29 Early Morning Bird Walk at Caw Caw
July 30 Leaf and Learn

Outdoor Adventure
July 22 Special Olympics Kayak Team

Youth Sports
July 20 Youth Triathlon Swim Clinic

-Submitted by Charleston County Parks

(Image credit: CCPRC.com)

Wappoo Creek Bridge Openings

Wappoo Creek Bridge

Have you been stuck in traffic because the Wappoo Creek Bridge is open? This is the bridge on Folly Road that connects James Island to West Ashley. It crosses over the Wappoo Creek, which is a tidal stream that connects the Ashley River to the Stono River and acts as a natural thoroughfare for the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway.

It’s summertime, so more boats will be traveling on the Wappoo Creek, making it necessary to open the bridge more often. This can cause traffic to back up on Folly Road in both directions.

The bridge is an “on-demand” bridge; that is, it will open only if a boater calls in to request it. Even though boaters can call in, the bridge will only open at specific times.

  • Between 6:00 am to 9:29 am and 3:31 pm to 7:00 pm Monday through Friday, the bridge does not open to recreational boat traffic. (Exceptions may be made for tugs with tows or government vessels).
  • Between 9:30 am and 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays, the draw will open once an hour on the half hour if a boater requests it.
  • All other times, including weekends and federal holidays, the bridge will open whenever a boater requests it.

Wappoo Creek Bridge is a double-drawbridge, meaning two spans open simultaneously. It was built in 1956 and is part of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway system. The current opening schedule has been in effect since May 4, 2018.

To read the complete text from the Coast Guard, click here.

Tidelines Editor

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Charleston Jazz Orchestra Announces Fall Schedule

The Charleston Jazz Orchestra returns to the Charleston Music Hall in September with an exciting lineup of world-class performances.

Piano Legends
Saturday, September 19 • 5:00 and 8:00 pm

Celebrate the iconic pianists who helped define the sound of jazz in an evening of timeless classics.

What a Wonderful World featuring Bruce Harris
Saturday, October 17 • 5:00 and 8:00 pm

Acclaimed trumpeter Bruce Harris joins the CJO for a heartfelt tribute to Louis Armstrong and his enduring legacy.

Holiday Swing featuring Tommy Brown Jr.
Saturday, December 5 • 5:00 and 8:00 pm

Celebrate the season with Charleston’s favorite holiday tradition featuring festive favorites, big band classics, and plenty of holiday spirit.

Click here for more information and tickets.

–Tidelines Editors

(Image credit – Charleston Jazz Orchestra)

WineLines: Sauvignon Blanc

Having originated in the Bordeaux and Loire regions of France and having been grown there since at least the 16th century, Sauvignon Blanc today is cultivated and enjoyed throughout the world. It is a green-skinned grape that does best in cooler climates where nights are cool and days are sunny. While the exact number of white wine varietals is a subject of debate, many wine authorities would agree there are at least 600, with Sauvignon Blanc ranking as one of the most widely planted and produced. In fact, of all commercially planted grapes, both red and white, Sauvignon Blanc ranked 7th or 8th during recent years in terms of vineyard acres.

Sauvignon Blanc is a global palate-pleaser, offering a range of styles. It appears on almost all restaurant wine lists, is widely available at wine shops and is frequently offered as a wine choice at social and business functions, clubs and cocktail parties. Part of this likely has to do with price, as you can find a good bottle of Sauvignon Blanc priced from $15 to $25, all the way up to higher-priced offerings running over $60.  But in my opinion, the more important factor in the success and love of Sauvignon Blanc is its stylistic diversity. Here are just three examples.

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Do You Know About… Pet Manners?

Do you know…  Seabrook is paradise for our pets, too?

There are a few rules to help keep our island pet-friendly. For instance, with the exception of service animals, household pets are prohibited from all SIPOA facilities, including pools, pool area and enclosures, and buildings.

When out and about, household animals must be on a lead when not on their owner’s property:

  • “On lead” and “on a lead” mean that the pet is controlled using a physical restraint made of cord, rope, strap, chain or other material effective for restraining the type and size of the pet.
  • The physical restraint is no longer than sixteen (16) feet and must be secured to the animal’s collar or harness.
  • The restraint is continuously held by a person physically capable of restraining the animal.
  • Animals under voice control or under control of remotely-operated devices such as electronic collars are considered to be “off lead.”
  • Pets must be restrained from causing annoyance, inconvenience or discomfort to the health, safety and welfare of others.
  • Pet owners or caretakers are responsible for picking up after their pets in a sanitary manner and disposing of it properly.

The Town of Seabrook Island has jurisdiction of the beach below the high tide line and SIPOA has jurisdiction above the high tide line. SIPOA works in conjunction with the town to maintain the safety and beauty of our beach.

These rules are taken from SIPOA Rules and Regulations, Sections IV. A and IX. A. and the Town Code for Seabrook Island, Chapter 32-44. To see the beach rules about dogs on the beach and the beach map, click here.

Property owners should share this information with visitors and rental guests.

To review this entire series, go to tidelinesblog.com and click “Do You Know” at the top of the page.

–Tidelines Editors

Updated June 2026

New Exhibit: Four Local Artists Featured at the Living Room Gallery

What comes after a wildly successful debut? At the Seabrook Island Real Estate Office’s Living Room Gallery the answer is simple: something even more captivating.

Following the tremendous response to the inaugural exhibition, “The Treasures of Seabrook Island”, the Gallery and Seabrook Island Artists Guild invite you back for a three-month exhibit July through September featuring four extraordinary artists—each with a distinct voice, medium, and perspective. 

Each has been given their own wall and a challenge: to dazzle, surprise, and inspire. Together, they create a rich, immersive experience designed to engage not just your eyes, but your imagination and sense of discovery. 

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Keep Up with the Lake House July 8

The July 4th weekend was a great success! Thank you to the staff at SIPOA, the Lake House, the Club, the Town, and all the volunteers who helped make it a memorable weekend.

Fitness Classes

July Group Exercise Schedule

Please note that Movement & Meditation has been removed and Stretch, Strengthen & Socialize is now named Simply Strength. Click here for a description of the above classes.

Semi-Private Series
Sign up now for the following semi-private classes. For information about registering and detailed descriptions of the individual classes, click here.

  • Yin Yoga – Tuesdays at 5:15 pm. The July series meets from July 7 to 28, and the August series meets from August 4 to 25.
  • Chair Yoga – Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. The July series meets from July 1 to 29, and the August series meets from August 5 to 26.
  • Stretch, Strengthen & Socialize – Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:15 pm from July 21 to August 13.
  • Classic Mat Pilates – Mondays and Wednesdays at 8:30 am from July 6 to July 29.
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Do You Know About… Pets on the Beach?

Do you know… there are beach rules for pets?

The Town of Seabrook Island has rules about where, when, and how dogs are allowed on the beach. This ordinance went into effect on October 24, 2019.  There are three areas of the beach and the color stated next to each area refers to the beach map prepared by the Town. Click here to see the map as well as definitions of various relevant terms such as off-leash, on leash, nuisance, and effectively controlled. The highlights of this ordinance are as follows:

Restricted Area (Red): The restricted area begins at a line extending from Boardwalk #1 (Community Center Boardwalk) to the Atlantic Ocean and continues in a northeasterly direction to Cap’n Sams Inlet. Within the restricted area, no pets shall be allowed at any time, whether on or off a leash.

Limited Restriction Area (Yellow ): The limited restriction area begins approximately 300 yards northwest of a line extending from Boardwalk #9 (Pelican Watch Boardwalk) to the Edisto River and continues in a northwesterly direction to Privateer Creek. Within the limited restriction area, pets must be on a leash at all times.

General Beach Area (Green): In all other areas of the beach, the following seasonal rules shall apply:  (a) Peak Season (April 1 – September 30): Pets must be on a leash between the hours of 10:00 am and 5:00 pm. At all other times, pets may be off a leash, provided they remain effectively controlled while on the beach;  (b) Off-Peak Season (October 1 – March 31): Pets may be off a leash at all times, provided they remain effectively controlled while on the beach.

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Please remember pet owners or caretakers are responsible for picking up after their pets and disposing of pet waste properly.

Property owners should share this information with visitors and rental guests.

To see the Town of Seabrook Island Beach Management Ordinance, click here.

To review this entire series, go to tidelinesblog.com and click “Do You Know” at the top of the page.

–Tidelines Editors

Updated June 2026

SIPC Shares 2026 Fourth of July Festivities Photos

One mission of the Seabrook Island Photography Club (SIPC) is visually documenting the great events that happen on Seabrook Island. Much of this effort is done in support of local organizations such as the Town of Seabrook Island, SIPOA and the Club. Last week teams of photographers from the Photography Club captured over 600 high quality images of the Fourth of July festivities documenting the Fun Run, the Fireworks Party and the Parade. 

While they were shooting, many Seabrookers asked “where can I see these pictures?”. In response, the Photography Club has created an online photo gallery of these photos where you can view and download these images.   

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July 2026 Issue of Currents

The June 2026 issue of Currents is now available. Click on the cover above or visit the SIPOA website and access it through the News dropdown menu.

Inside, you’ll find an overview of SIPOA’s first quarter financial report, updates on the Lake House Master Plan, Phase 0, a look at recent maintenance and environmental initiatives, and important safety reminders for LSV’s, eBikes, and beach parking.

You’ll also enjoy this month’s Saltwater Stories, celebrating a family tradition that turned into a lifetime on Seabrook Island, along with upcoming events, Lake House news, and more.

To receive SIPOA’s weekly Highlights email as well as special notices and alerts from SIPOA, please click here to sign up.

Email your comments and feedback to publiccomment@sipoa.org

-Submitted by SIPOA