Cold beer in hand, salty sea breeze coming off the shore and music resonating for miles: The Isle of Palms Songwriters Festival filled the air with sounds and beats during the weekend of April 12-13. Dave Landeo and his wife Christy, who organized the free public festival, now in its third year, have poured their hearts and souls into it, spurred by their love for music. And … [Read more...] about Songwriters Festival drums up tons of support
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IOP Dog Stick Library fetches canine customers
There was a time when a dog’s main source of entertainment at the beach was chasing seagulls, but now they have a brand-new way to have fun. Thanks to the new Dog Stick Library on Isle of Palms, pups can enjoy endless games of fetch, all while letting the birds continue their beachside relaxation. The Dog Stick Library is inspired by the popular Little Free Library book … [Read more...] about IOP Dog Stick Library fetches canine customers
Easter Egg Hunt to hop on rain or shine
Spring weather has the beach bunnies hopping around and that means it’s time for the Isle of Palms Recreation Center to host its annual Easter Egg Hunt. The festivities will include candy, fun and the Easter Bunny, of course. This year, the Easter Egg Hunt is scheduled for April 18, on Good Friday, from noon to 2 p.m. The recreation center will hold the event rain or shine … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Hunt to hop on rain or shine
Car show to rev up local art scene
On April 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Isle of Palms Recreation Department will host Art & Cars in the Park, featuring local artists, hot rod and muscle cars and a range of food vendors posted up beneath the oak trees. “The artists participating in the art show were blindly selected by a committee composed of residents and the rec’s art instructor. The jury chose … [Read more...] about Car show to rev up local art scene
Book walk to educate readers on vital role of trees
The Isle of Palms Recreation Center is hosting an enlighten-ing literary event for book lovers on April 12, the Tree Hugs Book Walk. The book walk is designed to en-courage reading, multi-culturalism and outdoor physical activities for children and families. A Tree Hugs Book Walk is an en-gaging and educational activity that transforms a children’s book into a series of … [Read more...] about Book walk to educate readers on vital role of trees