In the spirit of the holiday season, Isle of Palms held its inaugural Holiday Door Decorating Contest from Nov. 4 to Dec. 5. Residents and business owners were invited to showcase their creativity by transforming their doors into beautiful, themed displays. “Not only did the contest provide another opportunity to celebrate holiday traditions, but it also encouraged … [Read more...] about Spirited residents recognized for holiday door decorations
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City spreads cheer with Deck the Door Contest
The holiday season is now in full swing. Granted, it still feels like spring, but don’t let that hinder the celebration and prevent you from enjoying the true spirit of this time of year. The City of Isle of Palms has been helping residents mix and mingle with its Deck the Door Contest, which kicked off on Nov. 4 and runs through Dec. 2. “During the holidays, Isle of Palms … [Read more...] about City spreads cheer with Deck the Door Contest
Worship By The Sea: A History Of Isle Of Palms’ Churches
Presently, there are four churches offering worship services on the Isle of Palms, including Deep- Water, First United Methodist, St. Mark’s Lutheran Church and Isle of Palms Baptist Church, each with their own unique histories. A Divine Vision Prior to 1950, people living on Isle of Palms who wanted to attend a Methodist worship service had to travel to Mount Pleasant. … [Read more...] about Worship By The Sea: A History Of Isle Of Palms’ Churches
Born to Be Wild Dunes: IOP’s World-Class Resort
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in the Winter 2016 edition of Isle of Palms Magazine. Many Charlestonians can recite the accolades heaped upon their hometown over the past decade, but they might have failed to notice that the area’s premier resort, Wild Dunes, is pretty popular as well. The readers of Condé Nast Traveler have ranked Wild Dunes as one of … [Read more...] about Born to Be Wild Dunes: IOP’s World-Class Resort
Marina Parking Restructure Aims To Balance City, Restaurant Needs
In an effort to improve parking arrangements at the Isle of Palms Marina for at least the summer season, the IOP City Council voted 6-1 at its May meeting to approve a new temporary parking measure. The measure, in effect through Oct. 1, is intended to secure and designate resident-only boat trailer parking spaces in the lot shared by IOP City and Islander 71. “This … [Read more...] about Marina Parking Restructure Aims To Balance City, Restaurant Needs
Ocean Club Villas: An Oasis Like No Other
Coastal Carolina’s premier oceanfront community, the Ocean Club Villas, is located within the gated Wild Dunes Resort on Isle of Palms. Home to two renowned golf courses, tennis and pickleball courts, a zero-entry pool, hot tubs, grills, beach access, bikes, umbrellas and a host of other amenities, the Villas are the perfect place for relaxing or entertaining. And with private … [Read more...] about Ocean Club Villas: An Oasis Like No Other
Wild Dunes Golf Fundraiser Rolls In Donations For Prostate Cancer Research
Nearly one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. The Wild Dunes Men’s Golf Association has sought to make a positive impact by supporting those researching a cure. WDMGA’s annual PCF Golf Fundraiser held May 11 at Wild Dunes Resort raised $620,000 to bolster the Prostate Cancer Foundation’s life-saving prostate cancer research. The figure was … [Read more...] about Wild Dunes Golf Fundraiser Rolls In Donations For Prostate Cancer Research
Palm Boulevard Improvements Expected To Take ‘Multiple Years’
It’s going to be a long road ahead to get Palm Boulevard into shape – but efforts are now underway. On April 2, Isle of Palms’ Public Safety Committee discussed preliminary concepts for improving parking, crosswalks and pedestrian infrastructure on this main thoroughfare between 21st and 41st streets running parallel to the island’s southern shore beaches. And while previous … [Read more...] about Palm Boulevard Improvements Expected To Take ‘Multiple Years’
Our Side of Paradise: IOP Icons, Developments That Shaped Island History
It’s no secret that there is a slice of heaven right here on Earth. Joseph S. Lawrence knew it too. One hundred years ago, the Lowcountry native envisioned creating a place for others to experience it for themselves. He even gave the island an enchanting name that was sure to lure them — the Isle of Palms. “Coney Island of the South” Lawrence had witnessed the financial … [Read more...] about Our Side of Paradise: IOP Icons, Developments That Shaped Island History
Paid Parking vs Paid Parking
No, this is not a typo. The original title of the article was “Free Parking vs Paid Parking.” However, as we all know there is no free lunch or free parking! While IOP certainly welcomes public parking, that parking comes at a cost. Police, fire and emergency services must be provided to all that park on our island as well as trash pick-up and maintenance. Those services are … [Read more...] about Paid Parking vs Paid Parking