Category: Organizations on Seabrook

SIPC Presents Rad Drew February 19

Rad Drew
How I Did It: The Magic of Snapseed

Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
Location: Lake House, 2319 Seabrook Island Rd,
Seabrook Island
Time: 6:15 – 8:15 pm
Refreshments 6:15 pm
Announcements 6:45 pm
Presentation 7:00 pm
Cost: Free for SIPC members, first-time guests free
Access: Non-residents, please email seabrookislandphotographyclub22@gmail.com to arrange a gate pass.

Many people assume that Seabrook Island Photography Club members are all very serious, technical, photography nerds with large expensive cameras. Yes, we have a couple of those, but many of our members rely heavily and some even exclusively on cell phone photography to create their images. For that reason, we are increasingly offering programs focused on cell phone photography. 

Rad Drew is a teacher, photographer, speaker, and photo tour leader who creates with his iPhone, mirrorless, and infrared cameras. He is especially recognized for his knowledge of iPhone photography which he has built over 15 years since he bought an iPhone 4 in 2010. His creative images have been recognized internationally and exhibited in galleries around the world including SOHO Gallery in NYC and the L.A. Mobile Arts Festival.

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“Be Water Wise” Needs Volunteers

WaterWise Volunteers

At the recent SIPOA Annual Meeting, the president of SIPOA talked about the success of “Be Water Wise”, the educational program of Waterproof Inc., a 501(c)(3) that provides free water safety and swim lessons to first graders from Johns Island. This program, now in its 15th year, is supported by private donations and is endorsed by the Charleston County School District. If you are looking for a meaningful way to volunteer in our community, consider this worthwhile program.

As approved by SIPOA, the Lake House outdoor pool is again the site for our annual “Be Water Wise” nine-day water safety and swim lessons program. Staffed by Seabrookers who volunteer their time and enthusiasm, last year 16 swim coaches and three deck helpers committed their mornings to provide free swim lessons to 47 children.

More volunteers are needed! This year, with the expansion of Angel Oak Elementary School, we plan to teach 75 first-grade students to swim, which requires additional swim coaches. If you are a competent swimmer, we will equip you with the skills to teach young children. The program will run from May 11 – 21, 2026, for nine weekday mornings, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Lake House outdoor pool.

Volunteers complete a three-hour online, age-specific, swim coaching certification course and a Youth Protection two-hour certification course. Each volunteer submits to a Charleston County Schools background check and must hold or obtain CPR/AED certification. Two character references are required. Waterproof, Inc. will reimburse all related expenses.

Our coaches not only provide lifesaving skills to children who otherwise would not have access to such education, but also enrich their own lives with joy and satisfaction from the endeavor.

To volunteer, contact Derek Fyfe at derekfyfe2014@gmail.com or text at 404-889-1690.

-Submitted by Derek Fyfe for Waterproof, Inc.

Seabrook Island Artist Guild Supports Local School Art Programs

On Friday, January 30, the Seabrook Island Artist Guild (SIAG) presented donation checks to the principals of St. John’s High School and Haut Gap Middle School, continuing the Guild’s commitment to supporting arts education on Johns Island.

Guild members met with St. John’s High School Principal Jermaine Joyner and art teacher Dana Brown to present a $3,000 check designated to enhance the school’s art program. This marks the second consecutive year the Guild has provided financial support to the St. John’s High School Art Department; last year’s contribution totaled $1,771. Funds were raised through SIAG member donations and a percentage of proceeds from SIAG Arts and Crafts Shows held on Seabrook Island.

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Reminder: SIV FUNd-raiser Registration Deadline is February 15!


We have a great group of women registered already, but are always looking for more participants to take part in the fun and help raise money for Seabrook Island Village.

Location: The Island House at the Seabrook Island Club
Date: February 26, 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm

Registration is required … and is very simple! Click here to download a registration form. Please contact Susan Coomer at 843-901-0447 or Seabrksue@att.net with any questions.

-Submitted by Susan Coomer for Seabrook Island Village

(Image credit: Seabrook Island Village)

SIAG March Demo and Workshop with Mary Segars

The Seabrook Island Artist Guild (SIAG) will host Mary Grayson Segars, an oil painter from coastal South Carolina who works almost entirely with a very limited palette of primary colors. Mary will provide a free demonstration and two-day workshop.

Free artist demonstration 
Monday, March 2, at 1:30 
Oyster Catcher Community Center

Two-day Workshop
Tuesday and Wednesday
March 3 and 4 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm 
Oyster Catcher Community Center 

To register for this art workshop, please contact Gary Kunkelman at garyk1@comcast.net. The Seabrook Island Artist Guild workshops are open to Guild and Non-Guild members. Participation is limited to 15.

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SINHG Program February 12: Andy Johnson and the Bob White Quail

Andy Johnson and the Bob White Quail

Where: Seabrook Island Lake House
When: February 12, 2026
Time: Light refreshments at 6:30 pm, program starts at 7:00 pm

Please join us as we welcome Andy Johnston to our February 12 Evening Event. After his retirement as a pharmacist, he has worked tirelessly to restore a 350-acre tract of land to the old South Carolina habitat.

The primary goal of the habitat is to help bring back the Bob White Quail (Colinus virginianus). Progress is being made and with his efforts and that of many, many others, the very recognizable whistle, “bob-WHITE” or “bob-bob-WHITE”, will hopefully be heard frequently all over South Carolina.

This program is free for current members and just $5 for Seabrook Island residents and their guests.

If you have already made a reservation for the previously scheduled event on February 12 with Jed Christoph, he will still be speaking in March (date and time TBD), and your ticket remains valid for that program.

To attend this program, please click here for a new reservation. If you have already paid for a ticket for the previously-scheduled event with Jed Christoph and would like to attend this program instead, simply sign up for a free member ticket here, and we will credit you at the event.

Thank you to everyone for your support and we apologize for the short notice.

-Submitted by Annie Snelgrove for Seabrook Island Natural History Group

(Image Credit: SINHG.org)

New Date: Garden Club Open House February 15

Date: February 15, 2026
Time: 5:00-7:00 pm
Place: Lake House Live Oak Hall

The new date for the Seabrook Island Garden Club Open House is February 15. All Seabrook Island residents are invited. You don’t have to be a member of the Garden Club to attend and enjoy a fun evening!

-Submitted by Seabrook Island Garden Club

(Image credit: Seabrook Island Garden Club )

Reminder: Angel Oak Award Nominations Due February 28

The Kiawah-Seabrook Exchange Club is soliciting nominations for the 14th Angel Oak Award. The annual award was first presented in 2012 and recognizes a person who performs volunteer services that contribute significantly to the people and/or quality of life of Wadmalaw, Johns, Kiawah, and/or Seabrook Island. 

The Exchange Club is seeking nominations from the public. The deadline for nominations is February 28, 2026. Nomination information and forms can be found on the Kiawah-Seabrook Exchange Club website at www.ks-exchangeclub.com. Please contact Alan Armstrong at alan9631@comcast.net or 410-274-7545 if you have any questions.

-Submitted by Exchange Club of Kiawah-Seabrook

Garden Club Meeting February 13

Date: February 13, 2026
Time: 9:30-11:00 am
Place: Oyster Catcher Community Center

We are excited to welcome Jessica Munane, founder of Basker , who will present a talk on Horticultural Therapy. Jessica is a renowned author, creative consultant, and horticultural therapy practitioner. She has written several women’s health books and contributed to various media outlets, including Bon Appetit. Additionally, she hosts the Inside + Outside podcast and has conducted research for major brands like Whole Foods and Sesame Street. Please join us for an informative presentation. The cost is free to members; guests are welcome with a $5 donation.

-Submitted by the Seabrook Island Garden Club

Breadmaking Class February 26

Master the Art of Breadmaking with Chef Andrea Pharis

Do you love the smell of fresh bread baking in the oven but feel intimidated by the process? If so, there are still a few openings left for the SINHG Breadmaking Class on February 26. The class fee is $158 which covers all ingredients, instructions, the breads you bake, as well as delicious snacks. If you are not a member of SINHG but would like to participate in this class, there is an additional $5 charge. You can also gain all the benefits of membership for only $15. For more information on this class and to register click here.

Date: February 26, 2026
Time: 1:00-4:00 pm
Place: Chef’s Collective, West Ashley

-Submitted by Anne Snelgrove for Seabrook Island Natural History Group

(Image credit: SINHG.org)

SINHG Program February 12

SINHG Presents Jed Christoph
of Channel 2 News
February 12

Where: Seabrook Island Lake House
When: February 12, 2026
Light refreshments at 6:30 pm
Program starts at 7:00 pm

Jed Christoph, the meteorologist for Channel 2 News, grew up in Charleston, South Carolina and has seen all sorts of wild weather here, everything from hurricanes and tornadoes to major floods and even snow. While attending college, Jed spent summers on Kiawah and Seabrook Islands working as an Emergency Medical Responder and ocean lifeguard, handling ocean and medical emergencies. He graduated from Western Kentucky University with a degree in Meteorology in May 2020, before embarking on his first on-air role as a meteorologist in Missoula, Montana. During his three years there, he reported on severe winter storms, frigid temperatures, wildfires, and various other extreme weather events.

Now, Jed is thrilled to return to his roots, serving as a meteorologist at the station he grew up watching! Please join us for an interesting and informative evening.

Don’t forget to reserve your spot.

This program is available for all SINHG members at no charge. There is a $5 donation for non-SINHG members. For more information regarding SINHG programs, click here.

-Submitted by Annie Snelgrove for Seabrook Island Natural History Group

(Image Credit: SINHG.org)