Save the Date: Get the Scoop on Beach Management

Steve Hirsch (SIPOA) and Patrick Barrineau (Coastal Science & Engineering) will present the planned sand scraping project that will take place in October 2026. They will also provide an update on the status of the future Captain Sams Inlet Relocation project.

When: Monday, September 14, 2026 (please note the corrected date)
Where: New Location: Oyster Catcher Community Center
Time: 3:00 pm
Click here for Zoom link.

According to John Lassiter, President of Seabrook Island Property Owners Association (SIPOA), in the August issue of Currents:

Sand Recycling along Boardwalks 7, 8 and 9: Our engineering team and consultants have been closely monitoring the status on the beach along this area and paying careful attention to the integrity of the dunes and impact on nearby villas and Club properties.

Erosion has continued to limit access and require regular repairs to the boardwalks and stairs to the beach. Beginning in October, SIPOA will resume scraping sand north of Boardwalk 1 and bringing sand to the area in front of Beach Club Villas and Pelican Watch Villas.

This is the same process we used in late 2024 to add sand along most of our beaches to retain broader strands for each of us to enjoy. Though this process is expensive, dredging like the project underway at Isle of Palms runs more than twenty times this project’s cost.

–Tidelines Editors

WineLines: Different White Wines

Jim wrote about Sauvignon Blanc last month, so I’m going to follow in the same vein. When you’re feeling adventurous (aren’t we all?) and want to try something different from the wine store for a summer day, here are some thoughts on white wines that are not Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, or Pinot Grigio. There are plenty of tasty bottles out there.

For starters, I suggest going to look for an Albarino. This is an ancient grape, long grown only in the North-West of Spain, Galicia, and adjacent areas of Portugal. Galicia is the source of a variety of excellent seafood, including fish, shrimps, and shellfish of all kinds. And Albarino pairs perfectly with seafood. It has stone fruit and citrus flavors, acidity, and minerality. Drink it young. Some is now grown outside Galicia, but no other region has yet to rival the Spanish versions. Don’t overchill it; it tastes best served around 55° to 60° F. There’s a similar Portuguese grape, Alvarinho, which is just as good.

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Roll With Heart Charity Bocce Ball Tournament September 17

The Lake House Bocce Ball Tournament has always been about more than bocce. It is about neighbors coming together to make a meaningful difference.

This year, we invite you to join us in supporting the families who stand behind those who serve our country. Together, we can provide hope, stability, and support when it matters most while strengthening the community we proudly call home.

Whether you register a team or donate, your generosity provides hope, stability, and practical support when it is needed most. Click here for more information and to register. The registration deadline is Tuesday, September 15.

-Submitted by Seabrook Island Property Owners Association

Lowcountry Rhythms August 23

The Kiawah Arts Council presents:

Lowcountry Rhythms:
Charleston Jazz Orchestra featuring
Lowcountry Voices
Sunday, August 23 | 7:30 pm
West Beach Conference Center

Experience a musical celebration of the Lowcountry! As one of the great cradles of jazz, the Lowcountry’s rhythms and traditions are integral to this musical art form. The Charleston Jazz Orchestra (CJO) weaves together rich history and treasured African and Gullah-Geechie culture and showcases locally inspired arrangements combined with the big band sound.

Joining the CJO for this special concert are members of the internationally renowned chorus, Lowcountry Voices. Known for their harmonious renditions of African-American music, including the soul-stirring sounds of Black gospel, spirituals, and jazz, this ensemble’s sound is deeply rooted in the rich heritage of the South Carolina Lowcountry. The concert is 90 min, with no intermission. 

Click here for tickets.

-Submitted by Town of Kiawah Island

SIPOA Infrastructure Master Plan

Community Education – SIPOA Infrastructure

SIPOA maintains a wide range of infrastructure on the island, including stormwater, roads, beaches, and lakes. In an effort to help educate residents on how SIPOA manages this infrastructure, we have created an Infrastructure Master Plan. This page serves as a dashboard that outlines SIPOA’s infrastructure management practices. Each month, we will highlight a different piece of the Infrastructure Master Plan.

STORMWATER OUTFALLS

A stormwater outfall is the point where stormwater leaves a stormwater pipe and enters the downstream marsh.

The marsh is always changing, and the path the stormwater takes from the pipe to the tidal channel must be maintained as part of the stormwater infrastructure.

This summer, the engineering interns completed an in-depth survey and condition assessment of all 64 stormwater outfalls on Seabrook Island. The results of this study are presented in one of our newest pieces, the Stormwater Outfall Management Program. This program outlines past, present, and future outfall maintenance practices.

We hope that this tool helps residents understand more about this piece of SIPOA’s infrastructure.

-Submitted by SIPOA

(Image credit: SIPOA)

Keep Up with the Lake House August 12

Activities

Get the Scoop on Beach Management – Monday, September 14, 3:00 pm at Oyster Catcher Community Center. Steve Hirsch (SIPOA) and Patrick Barrineau (Coastal Science & Engineering) will present the planned sand scraping project that will take place in October 2026. They will also provide an update on the status of the future Captain Sams Inlet Relocation project.

Fitness Classes

August Group Exercise Schedule

New Class: Total Body Burn with Nancy – Fridays at 11:00 am. Low Impact. High Intensity. Kick off with 30 minutes of heart-pumping cardio to boost your heart rate, increase your daily steps, and support healthy joints and bones. Then transition into a full-body strength circuit and core training to build muscle, improve balance, and leave you feeling stronger.

Click here for a description of all of the above classes. We appreciate your continued support of the Lake House fitness program and look forward to helping you stay active and healthy.

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 August series meets from August 4 to 25, the September series meets from Sept 1 to 29, and the October series meets from October 6 to 27.
  • Chair Yoga – Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. The August series meets from August 5 to 26, the September series meets from September 2 to 30, and the October series runs from October 7 to 28.
  • 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 August 3 – 26.
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Results: U.S. Senate Republican Special Primary Election


The Lake House polling location closed promptly at 7:00 pm tonight. There were 357 people who voted in person today at the Lake House.

Special thanks to all the poll workers for their vital role in ensuring a safe and secure election. In addition to participating in training before the election, they arrived at the Lake House at 6:00 am on Election Day to set up and stayed until past 7:00 pm to put everything away. Thank you for your service!

Below is a summary of the race.  The numbers reflect only those who voted in person today at the Lake House. Absentee ballots and in-person ballots are not included in this summary.

Duke Buckner – 0

Danny Ford II – 0

Russell Fry – 40

Darline Graham – 138

Mark Lynch – 10

Mark McBride – 2

Ralph Norman – 61

Glenda Gail Parker – 0

Mark Sanford – 105

Samuel Sam Shepherd – 1

The results are also listed on the Lake House front door.

-Tidelines Editors

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Brookgreen Gardens Holiday Event

Are you interested in planning ahead for the holidays? Brookgreen Gardens will welcome the return of Nights of a Thousand Candles for 21 select evenings from November 27, 2026, through January 3, 2027.

From 4:00 to 9:00 pm, guests can walk through the Gardens amid the glow of more than 2,700 hand-lit candles and millions of sparkling lights. The annual event also features live holiday music, seasonal food and beverages, and a nightly tree lighting in the Arboretum.

Nights of a Thousand Candles will take place from 4:00 to 9:00 pm on the following dates:

  • November 2026: November 27, 28, and 29
  • December 2026: December 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 29, 30 and 31
  • January 2027: January 1, 2, and 3

Click here for more information on purchasing tickets.

-Submitted by Brookgreen Gardens

August 2026 Issue of Currents

The August 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.

The dog days of summer are here, and there’s no better time to slow down, relax, and catch up on the latest happenings around Seabrook Island.

Take a few minutes to explore community news, revisit the fun of this year’s Fourth of July celebration, meet this month’s Saltwater Stories contributor, learn about opportunities to help shape Seabrook Island’s future, and stay up to date on projects happening around the island.

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

Tomorrow U.S. Senate Republican Special Primary Election

Tomorrow, Tuesday, August 11, a Special Primary Election will be held after the death of the Republican Party nominee for U.S. Senate, Lindsey Graham. 

Voters who participated in the Republican Primary or did not vote in either party’s June primary are eligible to vote. Voters who participated in the June Democratic Primary are not eligible to vote. A runoff will be August 25 if no candidate receives a majority.

To see who is running for office, check the sample ballot by visiting MyscVOTES. 

Please note that the Live Oak Hall classes at the Lake House will be canceled tomorrow, August 11.

–Tidelines Editors

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