America’s Tall Ship in Charleston

The United States Coast Guard Barque Eagle will be in Charleston from June 11-13.

The Eagle is known proudly as “America’s Tall Ship.” The 295-foot barque CGB Eagle is the largest tall ship flying the Stars and Stripes and the only active square-rigger in U.S. government service. Originally built in Germany in 1936 and taken as a war reparation after World War II, she was commissioned into the U.S. Coast Guard in 1946. Today, she serves as a vital floating classroom for future Coast Guard officers, teaching cadets and officer candidates the timeless arts of seamanship, leadership, and teamwork.

Her expected arrival time is around 11:00 am on June 11 at the Charleston Downtown Cruise Terminal, 196 Concord Street, Charleston.

Tours are free and open to the public, no reservation required. They will be available at the following times:

June 11: 3:00 – 7:00 pm
June 12: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
June 13: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

–Tidelines Editors

(Image Credit: Out West Photography)

Blood Drive Thursday, June 11

The next Seabrook Island Community Blood Drive will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the Lake House from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm. Please consider donating blood. There is a great need right now. Hospitals rely on blood donations to treat accident victims, patients undergoing surgery, cancer patients, and many others. Your donation can save lives.

Please note that all of the fitness classes located in the Live Oak Hall will be canceled on Thursday, June 11, due to the Blood Drive.

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 also warmly welcomed.

Save the date for the future Blood Drives:

  • Thursday, September 3
  • Thursday, December 17

For additional information, contact Kathy Rigtrup at ktrup2@aol.com or 973-715-3005. The demand is great – can we count on you to help fill it?

-Submitted by Kathy Rigtrup

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TOSI Happenings for the Week of June 8


NEWS YOU CAN USE

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

Town Hall will be closed on Friday, June 19, for Juneteenth. It will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, June 22.

Chow Town Food Truck Rodeo – The next Chow Town is coming! On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, food trucks from various local vendors will take over the Town Hall parking lot.

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.

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.

Community Facilities & Infrastructure Special Called Meeting
Tuesday, June 9 – 1:00 pm
The agenda can be viewed by clicking here. Watch live on YouTube.

Environment & Wildlife Committee Meeting
Thursday, June 11 – 10:00 am
The agenda can be viewed by clicking here. Watch live on YouTube.

View the calendar of meetings beyond this week by visiting 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

Seabrookers for a Greener Environment

Residents of Seabrook are actively engaged in various initiatives to foster a more sustainable environment, largely supported by the Seabrook Island Property Owners’ Association (SIPOA). Here are a few notable efforts:

Composting

Composting recycles organic waste, such as food scraps and yard trimmings, into nutrient-rich soil, reducing landfill waste and promoting a healthier environment. It diverts organic materials from landfills, minimizing overflow and preventing methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas generated when organic waste decomposes anaerobically. SIPOA supports composting by providing a collection site at the trash and recycling center. Residents can bring compostable items to the designated area, where two containers are emptied on Tuesdays and Fridays. The collected materials are transported to the Charleston County compost facility for processing. For more information on SIPOA’s Compost Program, click here.

Starting a Garden

Starting a garden is a great way to promote biodiversity and connect with nature, providing fresh produce while supporting local ecosystems by attracting beneficial insects and wildlife. SIPOA established a community garden in 1996, offering residents a protected space to grow flowers and vegetables. Due to the recent expansion aimed at encouraging greater participation, nearly 100 residents are actively cultivating plants in the garden.

Continue reading “Seabrookers for a Greener Environment”

June Events at the Gibbes Museum

Impression, Monet: Loans from the Greg Turk Foundation

When Claude Monet passed away 100 years ago in 1926, he left behind a legacy, degree of influence, and level of fame unmatched by most any other artist in his own lifetime. Celebrated today as a pioneer of modern art history, Monet (1840-1926) remains the best-known Impressionist painter globally. By the time of his death, he had spent the better part of fifty years redefining what art could be about, what art could look like, and what it meant to be a modern artist. This exhibition, featuring three extraordinary Monet landscapes on loan to the Gibbes from the Gregg Turk Foundation, examines both Monet and the catalytic impact of his creative project, not merely in France but also here in the United States, as seen through the lens of select works from the Museum’s permanent collection.

The exhibit is on view from June 5 to October 25, 2026

Click here for more information or to purchase tickets

The Art of Jazz: Jeremy Wolf
June 17, 2026 from 6:00-7:00 pm

Jeremy Wolf has been active in the Southeast Music scene for the past 20 years, after moving here from Ohio in 1993. He holds a BA in music from the College of Charleston, where he studied Composition with Dr. David Maves and Bass with Lee Burroughs and Eric Gronfor. Upon graduating, Jeremy became one of Charleston’s premier freelance musicians, performing locally with The Charleston Jazz Orchestra, Robert Lewis, Quentin Baxter, Lee Barbour, Charlton Singleton, Ron Wiltrout, Asa Holgate, and many others. He has also had the pleasure of performing with national talent such as of Darius Rucker, Wycliffe Gordon, Diane Schuur, Greg Abate, Peter Graves, Vinnie Falcone, and Rebecca Paris.

Click here for more information or to purchase tickets.

Slow Looking + Slow Wine: Rodin and the Wines of France
June 24, 2026 from 6:00-7:00 pm

Join the Gibbes for an evening that pairs the artistry of Auguste Rodin with the rich traditions of French winemaking in collaboration with the Charleston chapter of Slow Food. This panel discussion will highlight different perspectives on consumption, methods of consumption, and why it pays to pay attention – all the while consuming some delicious French wines in honor of the current Auguste Rodin works on exhibit at the Gibbes.

The panel discussion will feature Kellie Holmes, Slow Food Charleston’s co-chair, moderating a discussion with Lauren Mowery, a journalist and expert on conscientious living, wine, and travel, as well as a winemaker versed in French wine techniques. Participants will sample five French wines. Following the panel, participants are welcome to the Rotunda to sample another seven French wines surrounded by Rodin sculptures.

Click here for more information or to purchase tickets.

–Tidelines editors

(Image credit: Gibbes Museum)

SIV “Picturing You” Event

On May 15 Seabrook Island Village (SIV) sponsored “Picturing YOU, a Complimentary Portrait Experience” exclusively for its members, with the help of fellow resident and talented photographer, Susan Culler Soden, and her colleague, Cheryl Bluth. 

SIV Membership Chair, Kathleen Buchman coordinated the event, which was hosted by Kathleen and Debbie Ely, SIV Social Membership Chair. Snacks and drinks were provided for the 14 members who had their photos taken, and the atmosphere was relaxed and friendly.   

The portraits will be professionally framed for members to keep for themselves, or to give as gifts to their families.

While Susan is well known for her wildlife images, her first love has always been photographing people. Susan and Cheryl are very passionate about this project. According to Susan, “This project has been in my heart since I came to Seabrook. It took me a couple of years to get to know enough people on the island to make it happen.  I love people, portraits and our island – it’s a passion for me to give back to the people and a place that means so much to me. Now I have the privilege of bringing these portraits to life.”  Cheryl’s experience with her own aging family helped make our members comfortable during the photo sessions.

A heartfelt ‘thank you’ to Susan Culler Soden and Cheryl Bluth for sharing their time and talent in making this a joyous event for our SIV members.  

For more information about SIV, click here.

-Submitted by SIV

(Image Credit: SIV)

June in Your Charleston County Parks

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

Festivals & Events
June 12 Dancing On The Cooper
June 18 Yoga Fest
June 20 Cast-Off Fishing Tournament
June 20 Inclusive Swim Night
June 21 Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series Race #1
June 26 Reggae Nights Summer Concert
June 28 Inclusive Swim Night

Summer Swim Lessons
Swim lesson registration is open. Lessons will be held in June and July at the West County Aquatic Center in Hollywood.

Nature, History & Culture
June 12 Lighthouse Inlet Bird Walk
June 13 Early Morning Bird Walk at Caw Caw Interpretive Center
June 13 Understanding The Rice Culture
June 17 Early Morning Bird Walk at Caw Caw Interpretive Center
June 19 Jubilee Juice: The Red Drink
June 20 Early Morning Bird Walk at Caw Caw Interpretive Center
June 25 Decoding Dolphin Behavior
June 26 Hand-Cranked Heritage: Blueberry Cornbread Ice Cream
June 27 Early Morning Bird Walk at Caw Caw Interpretive Center
June 27 Mystical Moths

Outdoor Adventure
June 1- August 10 Kids Zipline Sessions
June 1- August 10 Vertical Ventures And Zipline Sessions
June 14 Intro To Lead Climbing
June 28 Adaptive Climbing Day



-Submitted by Charleston County Parks

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Summertime Local Farmers Markets

Summer fruits and veggies fresh from the farm are now available at numerous farmers’ markets and farms around Charleston.

Sea Island Farmers Market is open year-round. This fresh air market takes place on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm, and is hosted at Charleston Collegiate’s campus located at 2024 Academy Road, Johns Island.

Charleston Farmers Market recently returned to Marion Square. The market is open on Saturdays from  8:00 am to 2:00 pm.

On Sundays, head over to the Sunday Brunch Farmers Market located at 1977 Maybank Highway behind the Pour House. Vendors set up shop every Sunday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Freshfields Farmers Market is hosted every Monday, June through August, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm.

If you’re looking for a farmers market and live music on a Tuesday afternoon, pack up the automobile and head to Mount Pleasant. Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is located at 645 Coleman Boulevard (Moultrie Middle School) from 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm every Tuesday.

West Ashley Farmers Market is held at 55 Sycamore Avenue, Charleston, on Wednesdays, 3:00-7:00 pm.

North Charleston Farmers Market takes place every Thursday from May 7 through October 29 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at Park Circle Pavilion, 4800 Park Circle, North Charleston.

–Tidelines Editors

(Image credit: Sea Island Farmers Market)

Early Voting Ends Tomorrow

Will you be around on Tuesday, June 9, to vote in South Carolina’s Primary? If not, you still have a couple of days left to vote early.

There are several Early Voting locations, but the closest one to Seabrook Island is at the Greater Macedonia AME Church on 725 Savage Road. It is off Highway 17 near Costco.

If you applied for an Absentee Ballot, remember it must be received by the County Voter Registration Office by 7:00 p.m. on June 9. Please note that if you choose to mail it, the Post Office has changed its policy about postmark dates.

Click here for more details, as well as how to download a sample ballot.

–Tidelines Editors

(Image credit: iStock)

June 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.

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