College taught PJ Cardarelli that he’d rather work behind a bar than an office desk. While attending Ohio State University, he worked as a bartender and server on the weekends to make some extra cash. After graduation, he dabbled in craft beer and wine and never looked back. When Cardarelli’s parents retired to Charleston in 2006, he helped them move. That first visit to the … [Read more...] about Behind the Bar: Come party with PJ at Acme
Island Vibes Story
Spring break on a budget
Let’s be honest — beach vacations can get expensive. Between dining out, activities and accommodations, costs can stack up fast. But here’s the secret: you don’t need a big budget to have an unforgettable time on the Isle of Palms. This charming barrier island offers plenty of ways to delight in the coastal beauty, enjoy good food and experience local fun — without breaking the … [Read more...] about Spring break on a budget
Shipwrecked: Tragic fate of the SS Georgiana
What do you think of when you hear the words “British invasion?” Perhaps it’s The Beatles’ first trip to America in 1964? Or the British attack on Sullivan’s Island during the Revolutionary War? Of course, either would be an appropriate answer. But here’s another one you might not have heard about. During the Civil War, a British-made steamship, the StayStrong Georgiana, … [Read more...] about Shipwrecked: Tragic fate of the SS Georgiana
Financial stability tops IOP City accomplishments from 2024
If you had an eyeglass portal that could show you Isle of Palms from 1925-2000, you might see the same scenes with remarkable recurrence: white sandy beaches all around, periodic hurricanes, nesting turtles and wildlife, a steadily growing number of residents and visitors and practically no such thing as traffic jams. While much of the island’s beauty and landscape remains, … [Read more...] about Financial stability tops IOP City accomplishments from 2024
New IOP Marina dock ready for public use
In a few short months, Isle of Palms residents and visitors alike will get to enjoy the first spring and summer season with the island’s new public dock located at IOP Marina. It took just over 50 months, an updated conceptual plan, design and redesign of public greenspace and some repairs and dredging, but the public dock is now completed. “Our public dock was designed to … [Read more...] about New IOP Marina dock ready for public use
