Creativity was on full display last month at Front Beach for the Isle of Palms Recreation Department’s Piccolo Spoleto Sand Sculpting Competition as sculptors shaped and molded their whimsical masterpieces and vied for sand art supremacy. Forty-five teams and more than a hundred people participated in the annual event, according to Kelsey Marsh, recreation supervisor for … [Read more...] about IOP Sand Sculpting Competition Continues to Stand the Test of Time
Island Vibes Story
Chamber Notes: ‘Our Vibrant Island Lifestyle Is Always In Season’
What an exciting June it was for the island. Our business community embraced the “busy season” and the Isle of Palms Chamber of Commerce celebrated the island’s women in business. Over 12 local women business leaders were highlighted and we capped off the month with local speaker Jennifer Blake. Thanks again to all the women business leaders serving Isle of Palms who allowed … [Read more...] about Chamber Notes: ‘Our Vibrant Island Lifestyle Is Always In Season’
Mayor’s Message: Let’s Celebrate Our Country’s Independence Island Style
Happy July 4! I hope you will have the opportunity to participate in the annual Golf Cart Parade and Fireworks. Both are always a great way to spend the day on the island. A couple of much anticipated projects are complete or very close to completion – improved drainage outfall at 41st Avenue and our new public dock. First, thank you for your patience as the city works on … [Read more...] about Mayor’s Message: Let’s Celebrate Our Country’s Independence Island Style
Half Rubber Tournament Primed for Opening Pitch
Prepare for some unique summer fun when the annual Isle of Palms Half Rubber Tournament returns to the IOP Recreation Department next month. The event, which is entering its 26th year, typically averages anywhere from six to 12 teams including two from Savannah and others spanning the Charleston area, according to IOP Recreation Department recreation supervisor Aaron … [Read more...] about Half Rubber Tournament Primed for Opening Pitch
If These Trees Could Talk
Recognized as the # 1 Plantation in the Charleston Area by USA TODAY 10BEST In a time of soul searching and reflection Boone Hall remains committed to telling the full story You see it. You feel it. Spanish moss grows on giant live oaks, swaying gently in the coastal breeze. And if you listen closely, you might even hear the whispers of over 300 years of history, beauty … [Read more...] about If These Trees Could Talk