Arts Center Hosts Hilton Head Tree Lighting Saturday with Mayor Laughlin

Hilton Head Island’s Official Christmas Tree Lighting Set for November 24th A Hilton Head holiday tradition returns this Saturday, November 24th with the Island’s official Christmas Tree Lighting. Plan on kicking off the holiday season with family and friends at a free community festival at…


“Cruisin’ the Calibogue” for Hilton Head Heroes

Please join us for Hilton Head Heroes’s “Cruisin’ the Calibogue” event, July 11, 2009, 8 – 10 p.m., aboard the Spirit of Harbour Town! The sunset cruise fundraiser, hosted in memory of the area’s beloved Hutch Hutchinson, a board member and passionate supporter of Hilton Head…


Grand Opening of Second Expansion at Powerhouse Gym

Powerhouse Gym announces the Grand Opening of its second expansion in two years. The Ribbon Cutting ceremony and celebration will take place at Powerhouse Gym in the Bridge Center on July 31, 2012 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to stop…


"Teal to the Heal" is coming to Hilton Head Island

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – November 7, 2011 – This fall, Start Reigning, the global social change and mission organization of The International Coalition of Queens presents its annual fall fashion show and mixer, “Teal to the Heal” Beauty & Runway Benefit. The annual…


11th Annual Home & Garden Show Coming to Savannah: January 21 – January 23, 2011

Savannah, GA – Looking for ideas to improve your home or garden? Find thousands of square feet of landscapes, gardens as well as celebrity and gardening seminars at the 11th Annual Low Country Living Home & Garden Show at the Savannah International Trade & Convention…


12th Annual Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival & Concours d’Elegance Announces Concours d’Elegance Classes

Porsche, Corvette, Gatsby Era automobiles and vintage race cars are among featured exhibits The Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival & Concours d’Elegance, one of the nation’s premier automotive events, announces the featured classes for the 2013 Concours d’Elegance to be held Sunday, November 3. This year,…


150th Anniversary of the Battle of Port Royal

Hilton Head Island, SC. Port Royal Plantation is hosting a Community Commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Port Royal on Saturday, November 5, 2011, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Port Royal Plantation is the historic site of Fort…


16th Annual Tybee Island Tour of Homes to Feature Coastal Cottages, Historic Homes and More on Saturday, June 8

WHAT: 16th Annual Tybee Island Tour of Homes. As one of the region’s most popular home tours, the annual Tybee Island Tour of Homes features a variety of colorful cottages as well as historic and contemporary architectural styles. Highlights include an artful restoration of a…


17th Annual Rib Burnoff features Chilly Willy Band and Great Weather

The Kiwanis Club of Hilton Head Island 17th Annual Rib Burnoff and Barbecue Fest will be held at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, from 12:00 Noon to 4:00 PM, this Saturday, May 18th, rain or shine, will feature the local Chilly Willy Band,…


2010 NAMIWalks for the Mind of America: October 16th, Coligny Beach

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Beaufort County will host its 2010 NAMIWalks fund raising event on Saturday, October 16th on Hilton Head Island’s Coligny Beach. Registration begins at 8:30 am. The walk begins promptly at 10:00am. “We…


2012 Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest

David M. Carmines Memorial Foundation fundraiser, benefiting cancer research and Island Rec, set for April 27 and April 28 HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – The fifth annual Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest, sponsored by the David M. Carmines Memorial Foundation, is set to take place Friday,…


25th Anniversary Chili Cookoff!

The Kiwanis Club of Hilton Head Island announced today that the 25th Anniversary Chili Cookoff will be held at The Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, from 12:00 Noon to 4:00 PM, Saturday, October 10, 2009, rain or shine. This year’s event will focus…


A CORK FOR A CAUSE: WINE AUCTION GALA RAISES MONEY FOR EDUCATION AND OUTREACH

The Arts Center is putting on the glitz and glamour for the return of the Wine Auction Gala. The popular fundraiser is back on the Arts Center grounds for the first time since 2005. As the organization’s primary fundraiser, the elegant evening supports a wide range…


A New No-tipping Spa to Open in Historic Downtown Beaufort

The Beaufort Day Spa, located at 304 Scotts St. in historic downtown Beaufort, will celebrate its grand opening from 6-9 p.m. on Saturday, April 2. Southern Graces Catering will provide hors d’ oeuvres. With their new spa, co-owners Jennifer Poole and Christina Byrne have created an…


A victim of human trafficking speaks out: Theresa Flores to visit Hilton Head Island

HILTON HEAD ISLAND — Theresa L. Flores, author of The Slave Across the Street: The true story of how an all-American teenager survived the world of human trafficking, will give two free presentations at Hilton Head Island High School in September. Flores will speak twice on…


A Victim of Human Trafficking Speaks Out: Theresa Flores to visit Hilton Head Island

HILTON HEAD ISLAND — Theresa L. Flores, author of The Slave Across the Street: The true story of how an all-American teenager survived the world of human trafficking, will give two free presentations at Hilton Head Island High School in September. Flores will speak twice on…


A weekend with Sarah Amos at Palmetto Bluff gallery

Renowned Goldsmith and Jewelry Designer Friday, January 15th and Saturday,16th, Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton, SC – Exquisite, extraordinary,…


A.R.T. Art Recycled from Trash 2012

This years entries keep amazing and amusing, the 2012 A.R.T. Art Recycled from Trash exhibit is off to a roaring start. “A.R.T. Art Recycled from Trash: A Juried Exhibit” will be on view April 2nd through April 28th at Picture This Gallery, 78 D Arrow…


American Red Cross Responds to Deadly Midwest Tornadoes

Bluffton, SC, May 23, 2011 — Just hours after a series of devastating tornadoes swept through the Midwest last night, the American Red Cross opened shelters in Missouri and Minnesota to help those whose homes were damaged or destroyed. “I have seen first…


AMERICAN SPIRIT WHISKEY LAUNCHES IN SOUTH CAROLINA

The Most Versatile Whiskey in the World is Now Available for Martinis and Mason Jars in the Palmetto State ATLANTA (May 9, 2012) – As of this week, American Spirit Whiskey™ (ASW), the most versatile white whiskey on the market, is available in the state of…


Artistic Workshops at Honey Horn this Fall

The Coastal Discovery Museum is pleased to offer a series of workshops at Honey Horn. Each of the artists will bring a special perspective, style and view to the workshops. Using Honey Horn’s natural beauty and architectural features. You will have a chance…


ARTS CENTER’S HILARIOUS ‘BOEING-BOEING’ BRINGS NON-STOP LAUGHS

“Boeing-Boeing” asks the question, what do you get when you combine an eager playboy, three beautiful stewardesses and a Paris suite? Answer: A night full of laughs. “Boeing-Boeing,” the non-stop comedy that made an extraordinary Broadway debut in 2008 and ended in January 2009, runs…


As Hurricane Season Starts, The Humane Society of the United States Urges Households in East Coast and Gulf Coast States to Include Pets in Disaster Plans

(May 25, 2012)— The Humane Society of the United States urges residents in East Coast and Gulf Coast states to keep their pets in mind in preparation for a natural disaster. People can take some simple – but critical – steps to keep their pets…


AUDITIONS FOR ARTS CENTER PRODUCTION OF ANYTHING GOES

The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina is holding Auditions for “Anything Goes” on Saturday, August 25 from 10:00AM – 6:00PM. The production will be directed by Casey Colgan, well known to the Arts Center for directing “Hairspray” and “Aida” among others. Rehearsals begin on…


‘HOORAY’ BRINGS HOLLYWOOD TO HILTON HEAD FOR A GOOD CAUSE

Take an Oscar-studded trip down memory lane with “Hooray for Hollywood,” an original musical movie stage revue debuting at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina Feb. 28-March 7. The revue, directed and choreographed by Casey Colgan (“Les Miserables,” “My Fair Lady”), also serves as a fundraiser…


“Marsh Tacky: Now and Then" Exhibition at Coastal Discovery Museum

Hilton Head Island – The Coastal Discovery Museum is pleased to announce that it will host the “Marsh Tacky: Now and Then” exhibition, from September 13th through October 31st. This exhibit will trace the history these horses in South Carolina and recognize the efforts…


“Sittin Pretty Mobile Dog Grooming is now taking the “bite” out of dog grooming.

Bluffton, SC (April 18, 2011) “Sittin Pretty Mobile Dog Grooming” arrives on the scene and brings MOBILE dog grooming to dog lovers of the Low Country region With 5 years of grooming experience, and a passion for dogs, groomer: Maryann Hack brings her state-of-the-art grooming spa…


“South Carolina Scarecrow Walkabout” to benefit Sea Pines Forest Preserve

The public is invited to attend the second annual South Carolina Scarecrow Walkabout on Saturday, October 22nd at Sea Pines Forest Preserve Fish Island. The event will be hosted by Sea Pines Montessori Academy to benefit the Sea Pines Forest Preserve Museum and Forest Preserve…


BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR GIRL SCOUT COOKIE BOOTHS

The wait is over. Starting Feb. 25, Girl Scout cookies will be available at booth locations across South Carolina. Girl Scouts will be setting up booth sales outside local businesses to offer buyers the opportunity to enjoy their favorite cookies through the month of March before…


Beaufort Favorite Plums Restaurant Expands to Bluffton

(Beaufort, S.C.) – Plums Restaurant, an eclectic lunch and dinner bistro overlooking the Beaufort River and downtown Waterfront Park, is expanding to Bluffton, S.C, with plans to open in Belfair Towne Village by early April. Known for its Creative Lowcountry Cuisine and commitment to utilizing…


Belk Announces $2.7 Million Expansion and Remodeling Of Hilton Head Island, S.C. Store

Belk has announced a $2.7 million expansion and remodeling of its fashion department store at The Mall at Shelter Cove in Hilton Head Island, S.C. The project is designed to create an attractive and convenient new shopping environment and allow Belk to expand its assortments…


BENCHMARK FITNESS CELEBRATES OPENING WITH BIGGEST LOSER CHAMPION PATRICK HOUSE

Benchmark Fitness Center will celebrate its Grand Opening on March 12, from 12-4pm. Benchmark is pleased to welcome Patrick House, Season 10 Winner of the popular NBC Reality Show, The Biggest Loser. Patrick, Benchmark’s newest gym member, will be on hand to help celebrate the…


BIG TUNES AND LOTS OF DANCE IN STORE AT ‘“HAIRSPRAY”’

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. — Break out the Aqua Net — the glamour do is back! “Hairspray,” Broadway’s big musical comedy, will be rockin’ the Arts Center this spring with the music and dances of the trend-setting ‘60s — and some very cool coifs. Casey Colgan…


Blood Drive - August 20th

Island Playground will be hosting a Blood Drive on Saturday August 20th from 11am-2pm to support our local Blood Alliance. Blood shortages occur more often during the summer which is the same time that donations numbers generally decrease. We would love if…


Bluffton Law Office Continues Growth with New Name

BLUFFTON, SC – For the past 25 years the Law Offices of Fletcher Johnson, LLC have been operating in Bluffton, South Carolina. Today, the new firm name, Johnson, Smith and Associates, has been announced. In April of 2011, R. Craig Smith, LL.M. joined the staff.…


BLUFFTON ROTARY HOSTS INAUGURAL BEER FESTIVAL

BLUFFTON, S.C. – The Rotary Club of Bluffton will hold the inaugural Firkinstock, the Greater Bluffton Beer Festival from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 31 at Buckwalter Place on Buckwalter Parkway in Bluffton. The festival will boast more than 20 craft breweries and…


Bluffton/Hilton Head Talent Agency Lands Part on Feature Film and TV!

Feature film, “Dear John”, starring Channing Tatum, and hit TV series “Army Wives”, will air actors from Tucker Agency Inc, a new model and talent agency in Bluffton/Hilton Head. On February 9th, a male actor of Tucker Agency, Inc. filmed “Army Wives”, a hit series…


BOLCHOZ LAW FIRM ANNOUNCES OPENING OF BLUFFTON OFFICE

Sean M. Bolchoz announces the opening of the Bolchoz Law Firm, PA in Bluffton. Bolchoz, a native Charlestonian, received his Bachelor’s degree from the College of Charleston in 1991, and his law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1998.…


BOY SCOUTS TEAM UP WITH SEA PINES RESIDENTS TO RAISE MONEY FORTHE SEA PINES FOREST PRESERVE FOUNDATION

The Association of Sea Pines Plantation Property Owners (ASPPPO) and Community Services Associates, Inc. (CSA) will host the first Sea Pines community garage sale in the Trolley parking lot on Greenwood Drive on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. This event started…


BRAVO ARTS AND CULTURAL FESTIVAL SHOWCASES AREA TALENT

Area artists will showcase their skills and talents during the upcoming BRAVO Arts & Cultural Festival. More than 25 area groups and organizations bring an array of arts and cultural activities to the Lowcountry starting in late April and continuing throughout the month of May.…


Bully Breed Behaviorist Returns to Beaufort County to Change the Behavior & Reputation of Pit-Bulls

Holly Zusack, founder of the Malachi Foundation and owner of Three Black Dogs Kennel, begged Fletcher to return to Beaufort County months before her husband relocated to the area so she could be the behaviorist in charge of rehabilitation of the 80-plus dogs the Foundation…


Calling all Retired Teachers!

Are you a retired elementary or secondary teacher who would like to continue to work with students and provide a valuable community service? Then your time and expertise would be best used by volunteering as a Bluffton Library Homework Center Tutor! During the…


CAPA’S CLOSET THRIFT SHOP OPENED ITS DOORS TO A LARGE CROWD

Beaufort, SC – (March 6, 2012) The Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA) officially opened the doors at the new location of CAPA’s Closet Thrift Shop on Tuesday, March 6th at 10:00 a.m. A large crowd gathered to witness the event and spent the morning catching…


CAR EVENT ON KIAWAH ISLAND, SC SHOWCASES CLASSIC, ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE AUTOS

Kiawah Island Motoring Retreat to Feature 100 Pristine Cars; Kicks Off with Fundraising Gala KIAWAH ISLAND, SC—Are you a car enthusiast, or do you simply enjoy the beauty of automobiles past and present? Admire over 100 pristine cars at the 4th annual Kiawah Island Motoring Retreat…


CAROLINAS’ PGA AWARD BESTOWED TO SEA PINES RESORT GOLF PRO RICK BARRY

Rick Barry, golf PGA teaching professional with The Sea Pines Resort for over 20 years, was recently honored with the 2010 Palmer Maples Teacher of the Year award. Each year, a number of exceptional PGA professionals are nominated by their peers to be selected as…


Chef Jim Spratling joins the WiseGuys team

WiseGuys is pleased to announce Chef Jim Spratling as the new Chef de Cuisine. WiseGuys is part of the award winning SERG Restaurant Group. “I really get excited about local product, whether it’s as simple as a perfectly ripe tomato or as sublime as stone…


Children of the World in Concert at Hilton Head Christian Academy

As part of its 2011-2012 U.S. tour, World Help is proud to present Children of the World International Children’s Choir. The choir, comprised of orphaned and disadvantaged children from Uganda, Nepal and the Philippines, will be performing at Hilton Head Christian Academy, 55 Gardner…


Children’s Relief Fund Announces Straight from the Heart Gala

The Children’s Relief Fund will present the 17th Annual Straight from the Heart gala on Saturday, February 9th, 6:30 pm at the Marriott Hotel in Palmetto Dunes. The event includes hors d’oeuvres, dinner, music by the Atlanta band Ascension and silent and live auctions…


Coastal Carolina Hospital to Host Open House for the Public on Thursday, March 10

A peak inside the emergency room, a view of stroke telemedicine and digital mammography equipment, and a glimpse of hyperbaric oxygen chambers used to treat hard to heal wounds are what visitors will have if they attend an open house at Coastal Carolina Hospital on…


Coastal Discovery Museum to Celebrate 25 Years!

The Coastal Discovery Museum will celebrate their 25th year on Hilton Head with a celebration at Honey Horn on Saturday, October 23rd from 10 – 4. The event will allow families to visit the Museum at no charge and participate in many complimentary…


COLLETON RIVER PLANTATION CLUB MANAGER RECEIVES DESIGNATION

Scott Jaccard, CCM, CCE, General Manager and Chief Operating Officer of Colleton River Plantation Club in Bluffton, SC, achieved the designation of “Certified Chief Executive” (CCE) with the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA). Jaccard was approved by the Certification Committee of CMAA after successfully meeting…


Contribute to a Good Cause by Getting a Massage

Bluffton Massage Envy® Hosts Massage for the Cure Benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure® On Tuesday, September 14, 2010, Massage Envy will team up with Susan G. Komen for the Cure to help win the fight against breast cancer by hosting Massage for the Cure. During…


Death by Chocolate

EVENT CELEBRATES GOOD TASTES AND A GOOD CAUSE Want to satisfy your sweet tooth and contribute to a good cause? Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina is offering just that at Death By Chocolate: A Chocolate and Champagne Affair, an annual event celebrating decadent chocolate and…


Diaper Drive collects thousands of supplies to keep local babies dry, healthy

This July, the generous community came together in an astonishing way to help care for its tiniest members by participating in the second annual Diaper Drive. Due to the overwhelming response, Bluffton Self Help and the Deep Well Project of Hilton Head Island were able…


Do the LoCo Motion for Breast Cancer

A free training clinic will be held on Thursday, Aug. 18, to help prepare participants for the LoCo Motion walking and running event, a breast cancer fundraiser taking place this fall in the Lowcountry. This free 45-minute seminar walking/running will give tips on hydration, nutrition…


Don't Miss these Fun Fall Events on Old Town Bluffton!

Beer & Brats September 24, 12 – 7pm (Oktoberfest – Bluffton Style!) Join us as we transform Calhoun Street in Old Town Bluffton into a German Celebration with 3 bands, German Food, Beers From Around the World, Kidz Play and more! $5.00 entrance fee. Historic Bluffton Arts & Seafood…


DOROTHY E. HOLMES, Ph. D., ABPP opens new practice in Bluffton

Dr. Holmes is a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst. She recently moved to Bluffton, SC from the District of Columbia where she was a Professor of Clinical Psychology and Program Director of the Doctor of Psychology Program at The George Washington University. Her…


EQUESTRIAN EVENT ANNOUNCES BENEFICIARIES

The sixth annual Hilton Head/Savannah Equestrian Exposition has announced its beneficiaries for the 2010 event, which will be held Sunday, March 21 at Rose Hill Plantation. Since its inception six years ago over $150,000 has been raised for charity. Beneficiaries for the 2010 event include:…


EQUESTRIAN EVENT ANNOUNCES BENEFICIARIES

The seventh annual Hilton Head/Savannah Equestrian Exposition has announced its beneficiaries for the 2011 event, which will be held Sunday, May1, at Rose Hill Plantation. Since its inception seven years ago over $172,000 has been raised for charity. Beneficiaries for the 2011 event include: The…


EQUESTRIAN EVENT ANNOUNCES BENEFICIARIES

The eighth annual Hilton Head/Savannah Equestrian Exposition has announced its beneficiaries for the 2012 event, which will be held Sunday, April 29, 2012 at Rose Hill Plantation. Since its inception eight years ago more than $215,000 has been raised for participating charities. Beneficiaries for the…


Fall Show at Endangered Arts Limited!

Endangered Arts Limited invites you meet four of the worlds top artists during their annual fall shows on Hilton Head Island. Disney veteran, James Coleman, low country realist Rodel Gonzalez, world renowned wildlife sculptor Brian Arthur, and master black and white painter Phillip Anthony will…


Family Web site Sponsors Get Fit Challenge

Mothers are invited to enter the Get Fit Challenge, sponsored by LowcountryChild.com, a free online resource for families. When women become moms, their focus shifts from themselves to their children, which can mean their fitness level, along with other things, suffers. Before children, they could hit…


Fashion Show To Raise Funds And Awareness For Hilton Head Dance Theatre

The Hilton Head Dance Theatre and local boutiques have come together for Tea for Tutu – A Tutu Couture Runway Show. This unprecedented fashion show event held on February 21, 2009, will raise funds and awareness on behalf of the Hilton Head Dance Theatre. Though many…


Fifteen Beaufort County seniors named Heritage Classic Foundation Scholars

Fifteen outstanding Beaufort County seniors were named Heritage Classic Foundation Scholars at a luncheon today at the Crowne Plaza. The awards were made possible by a grant from the Verizon Foundation. Thirteen newly named Scholars will receive an $18,000 scholarship over the next four years.…


Fred Astaire Dance Studio Spotlight Dance Exhibition

August 26th from 7-10pm at Seaquins Ballroom. Students will perform their favorite ballroom dances followed by a dance party. Soft drinks & hors d’oeuvres will be provided ~ can bring your own alcoholic beverages. Tickets are $10. www.fredastairehiltonhead.com

Get Hitched Winners Announced!

CONGRATULATIONS JULIE KLEIN AND DAVID BATTISTE, from Pittsburgh, PA!! During football season, these Pittsburgh natives proudly wave their Terrible Towels. But when fall and winter turn to spring and romance takes the field, Julie and Dave prefer their BEACH towels and the sunny shores of Hilton…


GOOD NEWS from OSPREY Village!

“Heart to Home Thrift” to Open in April OSPREY Village, Inc. announces some GOOD NEWS regarding developments in our efforts to meet a critical need in our area: the lack of any group homes for “Special Needs” adults in southern Beaufort County. That’s right; there is…


Good-bye Classroom and Hello Summer!

Hilton Head Christian Academy presents High School Musical 2 ON STAGE! For the Wildcats this vacation is no day at the beach. That’s because they’re all working at the Lava Springs Country Club owned by Ryan and Sharpay’s family! And things are heating up on…


GOURMET COURSES ARE PAIRED WITH THE PERFECT WINES AT THE GREAT CHEFS OF THE SOUTH WINE DINNERS

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC (February 14, 2012) – The Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival has set the dates for the 2012 Great Chefs of the South Wine Dinners. A series of wine dinners at some of the Island’s most outstanding restaurants and dining…


Grand Opening of Bon Sain Complete Women’s Healthcare!

Bon Sain Complete Women’s Healthcare announces the grand opening of their new practice at 29 Plantation Business Park, Suite 204, Bluffton, SC 29910. The practice, which celebrated its ribbon cutting ceremony on June 18, will be staffed by Kristi Blessitt, OBGYN and Ramon McGehee, GYN/Oncology.…


Grand Opening of ITS Classics in Bluffton!

ITS Classics, Inc. is proud to announce, by popular demand Grand Opening of their second UNIFORM WORK & SPORT location in Bluffton, SC. UNIFORM WORK & SPORT –B’town, is located on the Bluffton Parkway at 4 Oliver Court next to NAPA and across the…


Guardian Angels Sitting Services, LLC, Celebrates First Year By Expanding into Pet and Senior Sitting

Guardian Angels Sitting Service, LLC, is a referral agency that places babysitters with families residing or vacationing in the Beaufort County area, including Hilton Head Island, Bluffton and Beaufort. Its second location is in New Jersey, serving Cape May to Atlantic City. The company was…


Hampton Lake Hosts Carlos Chacon of the Coastal Discovery Museum for Butterfly Lecture

As part of its ongoing monthly lecture series, Hampton Lake will host Carlos Chacon, Natural History Manager of the Coastal Discovery Museum, Wednesday, August 12th at 11 a.m. Chacon will give a presentation on the life cycle of butterflies and their habitats as well as…


Hampton Lake Hosts Second Annual Tiger Bass 5K Race to Benefit Bluffton Self Help

Racers of all ages are invited to participate in Hampton Lake’s second annual Tiger Bass 5K and first annual one-mile Fun Run/Walk benefiting Bluffton Self Help, October 31st at 9 am. The 3.1 mile Run/Walk will begin and end at Hampton Lake’s award-winning Lakeside Amenity…


HARGRAY HOSTS 2ND ANNUAL HOPE DINNER FOR LOCAL BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS

HILTON HEAD ISLAND — October 2, 2012 — Nearly 50 breast cancer survivors walked the pink carpet on Monday night as Hargray once again hosted the Hargray HOPE Dinner at Robert Irvine’s eat! on Hilton Head. The dinner celebrates local women who have battled and…


Hearts are Afire on February 9

THE HILTON HEAD SHORE NOTES proudly present “Hearts Afire!” on Saturday, February 9, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. at the Hilton Head High School’s Visual and Performing Arts Center. They look forward to another sold-out show! Under the direction of Beth Green, the Shore…


Help the Hoo-Hahs

September is National Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month. I know for most people, the word “gynecological” is not one that rolls off the tongue easily, nor does it conjure up positive thoughts. For men, it’s that area of medicine that they’d rather not hear much about.…


HHHA Makes Long Term Commitment to Spay/Neuter

The Hilton Head Humane Association and the Spay/Neuter Alliance Clinic are pleased to announce that they have entered into an agreement under which SNAC will become part of the HHHA. The agreement has been approved by the Boards of Directors of both HHHA and SNAC…


HHIHS Seahawk Band Holds Annual Fish Fry

The Hilton Head Island Seahawk Band will hold its annual Fish Fry on Saturday, November 13th from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Elks Lodge on 173 Marshland Road. This is fundraiser for the High School Marching Band, Concert Ensemble, and Jazz Band. Tickets…


Hilton Head Chamber of Commerce Business Expo

The Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce will present a special seminar on social media at this year’s Business EXPO. Curt Mercadante, principal of Merc Strategy Group, LLC will discuss the use of social media in marketing-from Twitter to Facebook to blogs in “The Press…


Hilton Head Chef Named "Platinum Partner" for Sustainable Seafood

The global seafood industry is currently facing rough waters, particularly when one considers that the world’s oceans are being overfished and certain species are being rapidly depleted. Fortunately, there are indications that the seafood and restaurant industries are taking strides in order to make long-term…


Hilton Head Health Begins Phase I of Renovation Project

Beginning on Tuesday, Sept. 8th, Hilton Head Health, the nation’s leading weight loss and health resort, will begin Phase I of its renovation project including the renovation of the front entrance, north entrance and construction of a new pool/spa. This project is designed…


Hilton Head Hospital Adds New Features to Mobile App Maternity Tracker™ and Baby’s First Year

Tuesday, July 10, 2012 – Hilton Head Hospital today announced new features for its mobile app to further connect new and expectant mothers with health-related information. The hospital app, powered by WorldLink, is available as a free download for iPhone™, iPad™, iTouch™, Android™ and…


HILTON HEAD HOSPITAL BREAST CENTER APPROVED BY THE NAPBC

Hilton Head Hospital’s Breast Health Center in Hilton Head Island, SC, has been granted a three-year/Full accreditation designation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), a program administered by the American College of Surgeons. Accreditation by the NAPBC is only given…


Hilton Head Hospital Offers Community CPR Course

According to the American Heart Association (AHA), less than one-third of sudden cardiac arrest victims receive immediate CPR from bystanders; however, if CPR is performed effectively and immediately after a sudden cardiac arrest, a victim’s chance of survival can double or triple. Hilton Head…


Hilton Head Hospital Receives American College of Cardiology Foundation’s NCDR® ACTION Registry®–GWTGTM Gold Performance Achievement Award

Hilton Head Island, SC, March 13, 2012 – Hilton Head Hospital has received the American College of Cardiology Foundation’s NCDR ACTION Registry–GWTG Gold Performance Achievement Award for 2011 – one of only 167 hospitals nationwide to do so. The award recognizes Hilton Head Hospital’s commitment…


Hilton Head Hospital receives Get With The Guidelines Gold Plus Performance Achievement Award

Hilton Head Hospital has received the Get With The Guidelines® Heart Failure Gold Plus Performance Achievement Award from the American Heart Association for its excellence in the treatment of patients with heart failure. This award is given only to hospitals that achieve 85…


Hilton Head Hospital Welcome Douglas Scott, MD to its Medical Staff

Tuesday, September 04, 2012 – Hilton Head Hospital welcomes Dr. Douglas Scott, a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopic & minimally invasive treatments for shoulders and knees to its active medical staff. A native of South Carolina, Dr. Scott earned an undergraduate degree from Clemson…


Hilton Head Hospital: Designated an ACR Breast Imaging Center of Excellence

Thursday, May 10, 2012 — Hilton Head Hospital, has been designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR). By awarding facilities the status of a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, the ACR recognizes breast imaging centers that have earned accreditation…


HILTON HEAD INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION ANNOUNCES 2012 WINNERS

Hilton Head Island, SC, USA. The 2012 Hilton Head International Piano Competition held March 5 through 12 in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA, has selected this year’s Competition Winners. Jin Uk Kim, 28, of Korea is First Prize Winner. He made his public…


Hilton Head Island based credit card processing company, Equity Payment, Inc. featured in national trade publication and preparing its clients for the Durbin Amendment legislation in effect on October 1, 2011

Hilton Head Island, SC – Doing business today means accepting plastic as a form of payment, whether you are a small business owner, a major corporation or the government. Since 2003 credit and debit transactions have surpassed all other forms of payment in the United…


Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival Extends Deadline of Official Poster Competition

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC (December 21, 2011) – The Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival has extended the deadline for the Poster Competition from December 31, 2011 to January 13, 2012, to better accommodate student schedules and the holidays. Student Artists who are students…


HILTON HEAD ISLAND WOMAN JOINS DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE STAFF

Gillian Bergeron Named National Volunteer Coordinator at OFA Headquarters in Washington, DC Organizing for America (OFA), a project of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), committed to building on and strengthening the historic grassroots network created during the Obama campaign and helping advance the President’s agenda, recently…


HILTON HEAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL 2011 SIZZLING SUMMER CAMPS

Many summer camps are available for both half and full day. Unless otherwise indicated, half day camps are $100 and full day camps are $175. In most cases the camp day begins at 9 am and ends at 3:30 pm. Morning camps end at noon and…


Hilton Head PSD, Town receive energy efficiency grant

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (June 10, 2011) – Hilton Head Public Service District (PSD) and the Town of Hilton Head Island have received a $160,000 grant from the State of South Carolina for the installation of energy-saving equipment at the PSD’s Reclaimed Water Plant on…


Hilton Head Rotary Presents the Hilton Head Island Hall of Fame

At long last, Hilton Head Island will have a Hall of Fame to permanently enshrine the visionary people of the past and present who have had a lasting and extraordinary impact on our community! The Hilton Head Rotary Club, under the leadership of Mike…


HILTON HEAD SEAFOOD FEST APRIL 24TH EVENT TO SUPPORT CANCER RESEARCH, ISLAND RECREATION

Coligny Plaza and The David M. Carmines Memorial Foundation announced that they will sponsor the second annual Hilton Head Island Seafood and Arts Festival, April 24. After a 20 year hiatus, the festival resurfaced in 2008 hosting record crowds. The event serves as the David…


Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Features Berlioz’ Monumental “Symphonie Fantastique”

On Sunday and Monday, October 26 and 27, Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Music Director Mary Woodmansee Green will present Hector Berlioz’ orchestral showpiece, Symphonie Fantastique, as the highlight of the HHSO second Master Series and first Prelude concert of the 2008-2009 season. HHSO Principal…


Homeowners and Prospective Homeowners are Invited to a Green Renovation Case Study of a Hilton Head Plantation Home – For Free*

Experience Green’s Live Green Workshop Highlights That Green Homes Add Value and Savings HILTON HEAD ISLAND (November 1, 2011) – Homeowners and prospective homeowners interested in the value proposition associated with residential green upgrades are invited to Experience Green’s Live Green workshop titled “Green Homes…


HOPPIN' JOHN'S LOWCOUNTRY COOKING CELEBRATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY WITH A NEW EDITION

(Chapel Hill, N.C.) John Martin Taylor launched a culinary revival with Hoppin’ John’s Lowcountry Cooking, which has been hailed as the best regional cookbook of its time. Now, the University of North Carolina Press is bringing out a new edition to celebrate the 20th anniversary…


Hospitality Association believes in a community that excels at word of mouth

The Hilton Head Area Hospitality Association (HHAHA) believes in a community that excels at word of mouth advertising. That invaluable medium for distributing information to guests and visitors translates into a cost savings for anyone planning to attend one of the Association’s destination events…


Hurricane Sandy…How Can You Help?

Schembra Real Estate Group, Inc. and the generous members of the Hilton Head Island community are partnering with Tony Lo Bianco and Christopher Schembra, MNA Productions, Inc. of New York City in their existing relief efforts. New York charities include Friends of Firefighters, St.…


In the Spirit of Giving: The 13th Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner

Organized by St. Andrew By-the-Sea United Methodist Church And Hudson’s Restaurant Thanksgiving Day on Hilton Head Island need not be a lonely day for anyone. All are welcome to share turkey, dressing and all the trimmings at a free dinner on November 24th at Hudson’s Restaurant.…


Inn at Harbour Town Receives 2012 Forbes Four-Star Award

The Inn at Harbour Town — the award-winning 60-room boutique hotel at The Sea Pines Resort – has been honored with the 2012 Forbes Four-Star Award for offering an exceptional level of luxury and service. For more than 50 years, Forbes Travel Guide’s ratings have…


INSPIRED LOCAL ARTIST CAPTURES BLUFFTON SELF HELP FOUNDER’S STORY ON CANVAS

On Monday, August 13 at 11 am, Bluffton Self Help’s board of directors will host a special ceremony. A local artist will unveil his original artist rendering of Mrs. Ida Martin’s story and the history of Bluffton Self Help. Bluffton resident, Michael McClendon’s…


INVASION

Zach Deputy: Truly A One Man Dance Party One of the pre-eminent practitioners of “live looping”, Zach Deputy’s one-man show of “Island-infused, Drum ‘n’ Bass, Gospel-Ninja-Soul” has the energy and sound of a 6-piece band. Ensconced behind an array of microphones and technology,Zach and his nylon…


ISLAND MEDICAL SPA TO HOLD "TEACHING TUESDAY" EVENT ON MAY 14

Chance to Learn About the Latest in Skin Care … and Experience a Complimentary Hand Exfoliation! On May 14th, Island Medical Spa will be offering the public the opportunity to learn about some of the innovative skin care treatments and new products to pamper the skin…


Island Women’s Holiday Luncheon

The Women’s Association of Hilton Head Island will open this year’s holiday season with the annual Winter Holiday Luncheon on Wednesday, December 8, 2010 at the Champion’s Ballroom, Harbour Town Conference Center, Sea Pines Resort. The social hour begins at 11 am. Luncheon…


IT’S GIRL SCOUT COOKIE TIME!

We’ve made it through the holiday season, but it’s time for another seasonal event – it’s Girl Scout cookie time! The Girl Scout cookie program begins Jan. 13 for pre-orders and booth sales begin Feb. 25, so be on the lookout for Girl Scout troops…


It’s time to get cooking!

Savannah Kitchen & Bath is setting the scene for The Real Women of Philadelphia, a new reality cooking show that will be filmed in the Hostess City starting in June. Through a partnership with Meddin Studios, Savannah Kitchen & Bath has designed a luxurious, Southern-style…


John Rush Recognized as a Five Star Wealth Manager

John Rush Recognized as a Five Star Wealth Manager Rush, An Ameriprise Platinum Financial Services® advisor in Hilton Head, South Carolina has been awarded the 2011 Five Star Wealth ManagerSM Award and will be featured in the spring issue of SC BIZ Magazine. FIVE STAR professionals score…


JOIN THE FUN AT THE “I LOVE LUCY” GRAPE STOMPING CONTEST

Sept 7, 2011, Hilton Head Island, SC—Grab your red-haired wig, sense of humor and competitive nature and head on down to the HILTON HEAD ISLAND Italian Heritage Festival for the I LOVE LUCY grape stomping contest. “Who doesn’t remember when Lucy battled with that…


Junior Jazz Foundation

Following their successful revival of live jazz music at the iconic Jazz Corner over the last 14 years, Bob and Lois Masteller started the non-profit Junior Jazz Foundation. Their aim is to insure promising young musicians get instruments, music lessons, jazz camps, master classes and…


Juried Fine Art and Craft Show to be held at Historic Honey Horn

The Art Market at Historic Honey Horn, a juried fine art and craft outdoor festival, is set for April 30 and May 1 on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The Coastal Discovery Museum is pleased to announce that artwork in media including: clay,…


KAYAKFEST TO BE HELD SATURDAY, April 28th

Kayakfest, a festival of free sea kayaking clinics, tours, and demonstrations will be held Saturday April 28th. The festival will be held on Broad Creek at the Old Oyster Factory Restaurant, on Marshland Road. The Kayakfest will be from 11 AM to 2…


Kids College Fall Festival features face painting, games, pumpkins and more

Kids College Fall Festival features face painting, games, pumpkins and more Join Kids College for face painting, hay rides, games, pumpkin decorating, costume contests and more at Kids College’s annual Fall Festival! The school will close at 5 p.m., sharp, Friday, Oct. 14. Festivities will begin at…


Kids College Summer Camp Kicks off June 13

What does swimming, nature walks, arts and crafts, dolphin cruise, golf, theater shows and magic have in common? All of these activities and more can be found at Kids College summer camp. Each week of camp offers a different theme and field trip: June 13th: Camp…


KIDS EATING & LOVING CAULIFLOWER-MASHED POTATOES IN HEALTHY & NUTRITIOUS LUNCH PROGRAM AT ST. FRANCIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Hilton Head Island, SC (September 4, 2012) St. Francis Catholic School is now serving a “Healthy, Wholesome & Nutritious” school lunch program for the 2012/2013 school year, thanks in part to locally based, Celebrations Catering & Events. Celebrations Catering & Events, utilizing the finest of products…


Kingfisher presents a Summer Music Festival!

In addition to our regular entertainment schedule (below), we have the pleasure of announcing a new band that will be added to our line up on Shelter Cove’s fireworks Tuesdays! Tuesdays: Classic Rock with The Steppin Stones (*fireworks Tuesdays only) Wednesdays: Motown/R&B with Alexander Newton Thursdays:…


Lawton Stables Ribbon Cutting!

The Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening for the Beresford Stables at Lawton Stables will be held on Monday, March 29 from 5-7p.m.

Call 843.671.2586 for details.

Literacy Volunteers of the Lowcountry Celebrates 5th Annual Cooks & Books in 2011

Sample gourmet food prepared by 16 of the top restaurants in the area. Mingle with Southern authors and purchase autographed books. Watch a heated chefs’ competition. If this sounds like the perfect recipe for curing the mid-winter blahs, join the crowds and help celebrate the…


LIVE AT THE WESTIN – A BENEFIT FOR THE HHIPC

A benefit for the HILTON HEAD INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION will be held on Tuesday, November 15 at the Westin Hotel from 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Entitled LIVE AT THE WESTIN!, it is an evening of “meeting and greeting” with Cincinnati Pops Conductor and Principal Guest…


LOCAL ‘CONVERSATION CAFÉ’ EXPLORES LIFE AND FAITH

Everything from politics to prayer will be featured at a new weekly experience called Lifetree Café. This “conversation café”—located at 31 Mathews Drive—is part of a national network of locations that offer participatory events related to life and faith. The Lifetree Café experience is a scheduled…


LOCAL LANDMARK FORT HOWELL PLACED ON NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES

The Hilton Head Island Land Trust announces that Fort Howell, a Civil War fort on Beach City Road, has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Land Trust began the complex process of obtaining the designation in June of 2010, first…


Local Stylist's Work lands on the August cover of Modern Salon

Hilton Head Island, SC – Danielle Keasling, owner of the new Salon Karma in Bluffton, SC, recently traveled to New York City for a photo shoot with renowned beauty and fashion magazine cover photographer Robert Ligresti. Keasling created a gorgeous image that captured the attention of…


Long-time newspaper reporter honored by Bluffton Town Council

BLUFFTON, SC (April 13, 2012) – Frank Morris, a 34-year veteran of the newspaper industry, was honored April 10 by the Bluffton Town Council for “his dedication to bringing local news to Bluffton residents,” according to a proclamation presented by Mayor Lisa Sulka. Since moving…


Low Country Executives to Consider Employee Wellness Strategies

Local Companies Convene to Support AHA’s Campaign September 19, 2011 – The American Heart Association (AHA) encourages top area executives to adopt to adopt a comprehensive new health, wellness and fitness platform to empower Americans to get healthier—My Heart My Life. Leadership from Low Country companies…


Lowcountry Autism Foundation to hold fourth Annual Spring Fling

Hilton Head Island, SC, April 18, 2011 – Lowcountry Autism Foundation (LAF) is pleased to announce that it will be holding its fourth annual “Spring Fling” cocktail party and silent auction on Saturday, May 7, at the Palmetto Hall Clubhouse on Hilton Head Island. …


Lowcountry Golf Course Owners Association Names Sammy Mulrain the 2009 Employee of the Year

Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort is pleased to announce that the Lowcountry Golf Course Owners Association recently named Mandas “Sammy” Mulrain as the 2009 Employee of the Year. At 93, Mulrain has been employed at Palmetto Dunes for nearly 30 years, working every Thursday as a starter.…


LUKE DONALD AND FIVE OTHERS COMMIT TO RBC HERITAGE

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC (February 27, 2012) – During the 44th annual RBC Heritage Media Day, Jim Little, Chief Brand and Communications Officer for RBC announced Luke Donald, the number one player in the world and RBC Ambassador, has committed to play in…


Main Street Youth Presents “A Main Street Christmas”

Main Street Youth Theatre’s production of the their annual holiday musical A Main Street Christmas opens on December 3th and runs through December 20th. Curtain is 7:00pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights with Sunday matinees at 2:00pm. Many of your favorite traditional Christmas songs…


MAY RIVER PADDLEFEST and BATTLE OF THE BLUFF TO BE HELD SUNDAY APRIL 3rd.

An afternoon festival of paddle sports will be held on The May River at Palmetto Bluff on Sunday April 3rd. This fun-oriented day will include introductory clinics and instruction, free equipment trials and demonstrations, paddleboard races, and May River sand bar excursions. The event…


May’s Reader of the Month by The Storybook Shoppe

Lydia Klepper, a kindergartener at Riverview Charter School in Beaufort, has been chosen as May’s Reader of the Month by The Storybook Shoppe, a charming and unique children’s bookstore in old town Bluffton. Lydia’s parents, Mandy and Eric, started to read to her when she was…


MICHAEL ANTHONY’S CUCINA ITALIANA RECEIVES 2010 NATIONAL DINERS’ CHOICE AWARD FOR BEST ITALIAN CUISINE

After collecting over 7 million reviews of over 12,000 restaurants, OpenTable Inc., a leading provider of online restaurant reservations, has recognized Michael Anthony’s Cucina Italiana, located on Hilton Head Island, as one of the top 50 restaurants in the United States for Italian cuisine.

NEW APRIL CONTEST! "Just Dress Me" - Enter before April 10,2013!

Are YOU a FASHION DISASTER? Then this contest is for you! Enter CH2’s Just Dress Me Contest and you just might take home this package worth $2000! What you get: 8 Hours of Just Dress Me Professional Services – A $400 Value -Closet Makeover -Wardrobe Consultation -Personal Shopping with Dana…


NEW INSTRUCTIONAL ART STUDIO OPENS ON HILTON HEAD ISLAND

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC AUGUST 21, 2012: Local artist Mark & Ginny Taylor announce the opening of a new instructional art studio on Hilton Head Island. This weekend IDEA Studio (Imagine, Discover & Explore Art) will celebrate their “Grand Opening” with the Hilton Head Island/Bluffton…


New Pool Company Opens Locally

Beaufort County residents now have another option when interviewing professional, experienced, creative pool builders. Kevin M. Camp, formerly of Aqua Blue Pools, has recently established Camp Pool Builders, LLC. As a second generation pool builder, Kevin learned the family business from his father…


New Pool Company Opens Locally

Beaufort County residents now have another option when interviewing professional, experienced, creative pool builders. Kevin M. Camp, formerly of Aqua Blue Pools, has recently established Camp Pool Builders, LLC. As a second generation pool builder, Kevin learned the family business from his father…


New River Auto Mall Builds Awareness of New Volkswagen Dealership with a Region-Wide Nostalgia Contest

Hardeeville, SC – To build awareness for the grand opening of its new Volkswagen dealership here, New River Auto Mall has launched a region-wide campaign to remind people about the nostalgia that has surrounded the VW “Bug” and VW “Bus” in the U.S. since the…


New Travel Website Launches on Hilton Head Island

Clem Dietze of Horizons Travel, in association with Island Travel of Hilton Head, is proud to announce the launching of his new website: NatureAndLuxuryTravel.com. Featuring a regularly updated blog with travel news, destinations, and tips, this resource can help you plan your next…


Non-Profit Formed to Promote Service Leadershipfor Community Development

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC. July 14, 2012 — “Service leadership” is a concept islanders will soon be hearing much more about, since the inception of the non-profit Center for Service Leadership, recently formed by a group of current and former executives in the area. …


Noted author to speak at Coastal Discovery Museum

The Coastal Discovery Museum will host Blair and Dawn Witherington on May 24th at 3 pm at their Honey Horn location on Hilton Head Island. The Witheringtons will present “Sea Turtles and other Coastal Quests,” a virtual scavenger hunt for life along our vibrant…


Novelist Pat Conroy and Actress Blythe Danner to Receive the 2010 Beaufort International Film Festival's Highest Awards

South Carolina native son and bestselling author Pat Conroy was named this week as the 2010 ‘Jean Ribaut Award Winner’ for ‘Outstanding and Inspiring Original Material for Film’ which will be presented to him at the Beaufort International Film Festival’s Awards Ceremony on February 20th. Four…


Now that's one Crazy (Loco) Boot Camp...

Beginning April 19, LoCo Boot Camp is expanding its services to Hilton Head with four new fitness camps. An evening Boot Camp will be held Monday through Thursday evenings at Honey Horn Plantation from 5:30-6:30pm. LoCo has also developed a unique sunrise yoga boot camp…


ONE OF A KIND EQUESTRIAN EVENT

The sixth annual Hilton Head/Savannah Equestrian Exposition is a one of a kind event in the Lowcountry. Says event organizer, Dr. Sandy Termotto, “ Lowcountry horsemen maintain their majestic mounts not only for personal pleasure but also to make the public aware of the equestrian…


OPERATION FAIRY GOWN MOTHER

Since November 10,1775 the United States Marine Corps celebrates its birthday with a formal ball. This year to mark the 237th, Chris & Maria Skrip owners at REMAX Island Realty want to help ease the financial burden for Marine Wives by collecting previously worn…


OUTSIDE HILTON HEAD EXPANDS STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING WITH SUP YOGA

Outside Hilton Head today announced that they have added a new activity to their comprehensive menu of outdoor pursuits. Stand Up paddle board YOGA. Paddle Boarding offers a completely different way to experience the water, for a leisure paddle or enjoyable workout. Using a canoe type…


Over 100 women compete for Celebrate Hilton Head magazine’s Bachelorette of the Year

Party to kick off contest, narrow the field Hilton Head Island, SC—On Thursday, October 25, Celebrate Hilton Head magazine will host a party to select the top ten contestants out of over 100 nominees for Bachelorette of the Year. The party takes place at Reilley’s Plaza…


PAL Thrift Recruiting Fun Loving Volunteers!

Love animals, treasure hunting and bargain shopping? If you possess a love of any of these hurry over to Palmetto Animal League Thrift – the thrift store that supports the animals waiting for homes at the PAL Adoption Center in Okatie. Palmetto Animal League Thrift…


PAL Thrift Recruiting Fun Loving Volunteers!

Love animals, treasure hunting and bargain shopping? If you possess a love of any of these hurry over to Palmetto Animal League Thrift – the thrift store that supports the animals waiting for homes at the PAL Adoption Center in Okatie. Palmetto Animal League Thrift…


PALMETTO ANIMAL LEAGUE CELEBRATES ITS 1ST BIRTHDAY

OKATIE (October 12, 2011) – Palmetto Animal League will celebrate its first anniversary with a week’s worth of events culminating with a free birthday “paw-ty” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29. Starting Monday, October 24, the community is invited to visit PAL’s adoption…


Palmetto Dunes Named One of Top 10 Tennis Resorts in the World for 2013

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. – An annual ranking of the best tennis resorts in the world has once again named Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort to its Top 10 List. The Hilton Head tennis resort was ranked No. 9 in the world by guests on…


Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center Tops in Hilton Head in New Rankings from Tennis Resorts Online

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C.—Visitors to Hilton Head “love” Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center, at least according to the 2011 world rankings from Tennis Resorts Online. The oceanfront resort was the only resort in Hilton Head ranked in the top 5 for instruction, junior programs and children’s…


Paul Voogd named new Partner in Wine Times 4

Paul R. Voogd has become Partner as well as General Manager to Wine Times 4 in The Village at Wexford on Hilton Head Island. Paul relocated from Atlanta, GA, to Hilton Head Island, SC, in 2008 and has been involved with the start-up of the…


Pedal 4 Kids third year to Benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Expects to be Best Event Ever

Pedal 4 Kids is a non competitive, multi distance bike tour for riders of all abilities to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Hilton Head Island. Held on Saturday, September 26th beginning and ending at Hilton Head High School, and in its third…


PEP To Benefit From Heineken with a Heart

Outback Steakhouse of Bluffton and Heineken Team Up With PEP Heineken and Outback Steakhouse of Bluffton are partnering to sponsor Heineken with a Heart with all proceeds going to benefit Programs for Exceptional People (PEP) Tuesday, May 17, 6:00p.m.-9:00p.m. at the Outback Steakhouse located at 100…


Pratt Reed Named Sales Manager at Hampton Lake

BLUFFTON, SC – Pratt Reed has been promoted to Sales Manager at Hampton Lake, where he will oversee residential real estate sales at the 900-acre master planned community. Pratt brings over 10 years of real estate…


RBC Heritage Goes Green in 2012

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C.—The RBC Heritage Golf Tournament has committed to operate its upcoming PGA TOUR event with 100 percent Green Power, distributed by Palmetto Electric Cooperative and generated by state-owned Santee Cooper. RBC Heritage will purchase Green Power from Palmetto Electric Cooperative for the duration…


Red Cross Moving Supplies and Volunteers As Hurricane Irene Heads Toward the East Coast

Residents urged to finalize their storm preparations now Red Cross Volunteer Disaster Training immediately available BLUFFTON, August 23, 2011 – Hurricane Irene is expected to make landfall along the eastern shores later this week with winds gusting as high as 150 mph, and the American Red Cross…


Redeem Your Story, Exchanging Lost Dreams for new Beginnings

GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH presents Redeem Your Story, Exchanging Lost Dreams for new Beginnings. This one-day seminar for spiritual renewal and encouragement, presented by The Christian Working Woman, will be Saturday, October 1, 2011 form 9:00am to 2:30pm. Many of us reach stages in our lives where…


Reemployment Support Group Mondays, 7:30 a.m.

St. Andrew By-The-Sea United Methodist Church hosts a free Reemployment Support Group on Mondays at 7:30 a.m. at 20 Pope Avenue on Hilton Head Island. The program is open to anyone who is currently unemployed or underemployed and looking for ways to re-enter the…


Rescued “Bait” Dog Inspires Bluffton Residents to Fight Against Local Dog Fighting

Local Dog Advocates Host Fundraiser For Medical/Behavior Rehab of Toothless, Tortured Pit Bull On her regular morning run, Bluffton resident Christine Wroebel, discovered a lost, white, pit bull wandering around a gas station on Highway 46. The fat, leather collar with attached rope, his nearly…


Restrepo Earns Victory with Personal Best

Hardeeville, S.C. – A highly talented field of junior golfers took part in the 36-hole International Junior Golf Tour (IJGT) tournament at The Golf Club at Hilton Head Lakes, where sunny weather made for ideal scoring conditions during Sunday’s final round. As part of the effort…


Ring in 2010 with a “Noon” Year’s Eve Party at the Sandbox

Want to celebrate the New Year without staying up to midnight? Then ring in 2010 at The Sandbox! Sandbox Children’s Museum is hosting a “Noon” Year’s Eve party at their 18-A Pope Avenue location Thursday, December 31 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Festivities include special games…


Ron Boshaw Opens Home Building Company

(Bluffton, SC, April 12, 2012) – Ron Boshaw has announced the opening of Boshaw Residential, a home building company specializing in custom homes and renovations. Boshaw has over 20 years of home building experience, including eight years with Toll Brothers, the nation’s…


Ruff Life Hosts Grand Opening and Yappy Hour at Red Rover - Bring your dog and the whole family Friday, December 2, from 5 – 7 p.m.

Ruff Life, an apparel wear company for people and their pets in the Low Country, has found a home on Hilton Head Island at Red Rover in the Shipyard Galleria. Ruff Life is holding its grand opening yappy hour event on Friday, December 2…


S.C. Elementary Schools Signing Up for BlueChoice Walking Program

Columbia, S.C. – BlueChoice® HealthPlan of South Carolina is inviting elementary schools across the state to take part in a free walking program aimed at boosting physical fitness and reducing childhood obesity. “WalkingWorksSM for South Carolina Schools” is now in its fourth year as one of…


Save up to 20% on Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival Tickets On-Sale

The 2013 Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival, presented by The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa is gearing up for the 28th Annual event which will be held March 4 – 9, 2013. The Pre-Festival events taking place in January are “Uncork”…


SCORE announces their local "Client of the Year"

Carolina Lowcountry SCORE® Chapter 650, “Counselors to America’s Small Business,” awarded Leah and Ryan McCarthy of McCarthy Restaurant Partners the “2010 SCORE Client of The Year” Award. This award is given annually at a dinner held The first Saturday in December to recognize a…


Sea Pines Junior Heritage scheduled for February 2013

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC (December 10, 2012) —- The Heritage Classic Foundation is pleased to announce the Sea Pines Junior Heritage will return to its usual dates February 1-2, 2014. The Sea Pines Resort will partner with the South Carolina Junior Golf Association to run…


SECOND ANNUAL OYSTER ROAST FUNDRAISER FOR BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

A nonprofit youth and family advocacy organization, the Involved and Motivated Parent Association for Children & Teens (I.M.P.A.C.T.) has as its mission to use parents’ individual and collective “time, talents and financial benevolence” to help keep the Bluffton Club “a safe, positive place for kids.”…


Shannon Tanner, Fireworks, Cappy the Clown All Part of 2011 HarbourFest at Shelter Cove Harbour

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C.—For Hilton Head locals and visitors, Memorial Day weekend ushers in the unofficial start of summer on Hilton Head Island and that means just one thing: HarbourFest returns at Shelter Cove Marina. This year, HarbourFest offers entertainment seven nights a week; including…


Shaw Manufacturing of Hilton Head, SC Takes Industry to New Heights

In today’s world, many are probably unfamiliar with the relatively new industry of Wrought Iron Works. Shaw Manufacturing of Hilton Head, SC has not only successfully explored every corner of this industry, but is elevating it to an even higher level, by integrating artistic design,…


SHELTER COVE HARBOUR PROUDLY HOSTS NEW JURIED ART FESTIVAL

An exciting new juried fine art show will debut Memorial Day weekend at Shelter Cove Harbour on Hilton Head Island, S.C. The Hilton Head Art Festival at Shelter Cove Harbour will take place May 23 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and May 24 from…


Skull Creek Boathouse Raises More Than $4,000 for Wounded Warrior Project

Hilton Head, S.C. — (May 13, 2011) The Skull Creek Boathouse on Hilton Head Island, in conjunction with Coca-Cola, has proudly raised more than $4,000 to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. Skull Creek Boathouse and Coca-Cola held a cornhole tournament on May 7…


SNOW WHITE, PAQUITA & COOL HAND LUKE ANNOUNCED FOR UPCOMING SPRING PRODUCTION

The Hilton Head Dance Theatre (HHDT) is excited to announce their spring production will be an ever colorful and enchanting collection of ballet and jazz. The classical ballet Snow White will anchor for three diverse dance pieces opening March 26, 2010 at the Arts Center of…


South Carolina Muscle Car Society

On Saturday, November 5th the 10th Annual Motoring Festival & Concours d’ Elegance took place on Hilton Head, South Carolina. Hundred’s of cars came together from all over the SouthEast to celebrate the love of the automobile. This isn’t your average car show. Most cars…


SOUTHEAST TOURISM SOCIETY NAMES HILTON HEAD ISLAND WINE & FOOD FESTIVALTOP 20 EVENT FOR MARCH 2013

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC (August 30, 2012) – The Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival was recently selected as one of the Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Events for the month of March 2013 www.southeasttourism.org and www.escapetothesoutheast.com . According to the Hilton Head…


Special AFTERNOON Food Distribution Started at Bluffton Self Help

Bluffton, SC, November15, 2011 — Bluffton Self Help, in cooperation with Second Helpings, will offer food distribution on Wednesday afternoons, from 4 to 6 pm at Bluffton Self Help’s new location at 39 Sheridan Park Circle in Sheridan Park off Highway 278. This is…


SPRING PADDLEFEST and BATTLE OF THE BROAD TO BE HELD SATURDAY MAY 7

An afternoon festival of paddle sports will be held on The Broad Creek at The Old Oyster Factory Restaurant on Saturday May 7th. This fun-oriented day will be a fund raiser for The Volunteers in Medicine. The festival will include introductory clinics and instruction,…


The AdFish Group , Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations Agency Opens Its Doors for Business

The AdFish Group, LLC, an advertising, marketing and public relations agency recently opened its doors for business on Hilton Head Island. The agency was originally formed as Jack & Associates, Inc. in Atlanta, Georgia in 1985. The agency spawned its new identity as…


The Art League of Hilton Head - Craft Hilton Head 2012

The Art League of Hilton Head announces awards honoring Best In Show during the Craft Hilton Head 2012 opening night reception that took place on the evening of Thursday, November 15.

The Book Store Opens

A long-time dream of the Friends of the Beaufort County Library (FOL) has become a reality. Through the efforts of Library Director, Wlodek Zaryczny and the downtown Beaufort Library branch staff, the Friends have established a fabulous new gently-used book store in the former…


The Hargray Hilton Head Snow Day

When was the last time you threw a snowball or built a snowman? Or have you not had that opportunity? The Island Recreation Association and Hargray, along with Adventure Radio, will be hosting Hilton Head Snow Day on Saturday, January 24, from 11 a.m.–4 p.m.…


The Hilton Head Humane Association Opens Major Expansion

Hilton Head Island, SC – The Hilton Head Humane Association formally opened a major renovation and expansion on December 18, 2011. The totally renovated Atherton Building (Cats) and all new Quarantine Building (Dogs) represent the latest in a series of projects that have transformed the…


The Hilton Head Island Crew Team is recruiting for the fall season!

Parent/Athlete Information Meeting(s) Thursday, August 25th at 6pm at HH Christian Academy or Saturday, August 27th at 10am at HH Christian Academy. No experience necessary. Practice is three days per week 3:30pm to 6:30pm based on the tides. Cost is $170 for season…


The Italian-American Club of Hilton Head Island Announces New $1,000 Humanitarian Award in Honor of John Calamari

Hilton Head Island, SC – The Italian-American Club of Hilton Head Island (IACHH) is pleased to announce its inaugural “John Calamari Humanitarian Award” and first annual request for nominations. The purpose of the award, established in memory of one of the club’s founders, is to…


The Kingfisher & Target…the Band team up to benefit P.E.P.

In a combined effort to raise awareness and funds for a great organization, the Kingfisher Restaurant and Target…the Band will host an evening to benefit Programs for Exception People (P.E.P.). P.E.P has provided quality services to local adults and young adults with developmental disabilities…


The League of the HHSO Host Luncheon and Fashion Show

The League of the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra is planning a Fashion Show and Silent Auction to benefit the HHSO Youth Orchestra. The venue is the lovely Sea Pines Country Club, with lunch, and beautiful fashions presented by Palmettoes, Tradewinds, Fashion Court, and Island Child.…


THE RHETT HOUSE INN CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY: Toasting to Great Memories in the Lowcountry

BEAUFORT, SC – The historic Rhett House Inn in beautiful Beaufort, SC celebrates 25 years of gracious hospitality in the South Carolina Lowcountry. Innkeepers Steve and Marianne Harrison purchased The Rhett House Inn in 1986 upon their relocation to Beaufort after a long career in…


The Sandbox Celebrates Their Fourth Birthday with a Birthday Bash Carnival “Fun”raiser!

The Sandbox Children’s Museum is turning four years old Saturday, December 5th. To celebrate they are hosting a Birthday Bash Carnival “Fun”raiser at their 18-A Pope Avenue location from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The Sandbox’s parking lot will be turned into a carnival, complete…


The Sandbox Hosts “Pirate Night” Family Fun night on March 11th

The Sandbox – An Interactive Children’s Museum’s March Family Fun Night Friday is all about pirates. This fun event is scheduled for March 11th from 5:30-7:30 pm and is made possible by the generous support of The Bargain Box and The Salty Dog and…


THE SECOND CITY BRINGS NEXT GENERATION OF COMIC STARS

When it comes to outrageous comedy, The Second City is second to none. A virtual comic-churning machine, the famed Chicago improvisation company has produced the likes of Mike Myers, Steve Carell, Tina Fey, Bill Murray, John and Jim Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Gilda Radner and Steve…


The Spirit of South Carolina Sails to Hilton Head Island

The South Carolina Maritime Foundation’s 140-foot tall ship, Spirit of South Carolina, will be in Hilton Head March 12 – 20. The ship will be docked at Palmetto Bay Marina located at 86 Helmsman Way. The public is invited to attend the Open Ship…


The Storybook Shoppe of Beaufort Declares 7-Year-Old "Reader of the Month"

(Beaufort, SC) – Nancy Beaupre, owner of The Storybook Shoppe of Beaufort, located at 23B-1 Market St. in the heart of the Habersham Marketplace, announced the winner of a recently implemented “Reader of the Month” program at her store. Henry Centeno, 7, from Beaufort,…


The Truth about Your Health

Lose weight, live longer, look younger. Eat this. Don’t eat that. Pop a pill. Get tested… Each day, we are bombarded with health messages from newspapers, magazines, television commercials, Web sites, billboards and even bus signs. Yet, with all this information at our disposal, the…


The University of South Carolina Beaufort’s Sports and Event Management Class is Hosting the First Annual Santa Chase 5K Race to Raise Money for Local Charities.

The Santa Chase will be held in Sgt. Jasper Park in Hardeeville, South Carolina on Saturday, December 5, 2009. The 3.1 mile run will begin at 9:00 am, and registration opens at 8:00 am at the gazebo. This event is helping raise money for the…


THE WESTIN HILTON HEAD ISLAND RESORT & SPA APPOINTS AWARD WINNING DIRECTOR OF SALES & MARKETING

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC (May 10, 2011) – The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa welcomes William “Skip” James as its new Director of Sales & Marketing, where he will lead the sales and marketing efforts for the 412-room oceanfront resort along the coast…


THE WESTIN HILTON HEAD ISLAND RESORT & SPA CELEBRATES A SEASON OF GIVING

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa kicks off the holiday season with the 3rd Annual Charity Celebration of Trees and traditional Thanksgiving Day Feast. The Annual Charity Celebration of Trees will be taking place once again at the beautiful oceanfront Westin Hilton…


The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa Celebrates Giving Back this Holiday Season

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa Celebrates Giving Back this Holiday Season with Charity Events – Breakfast with Santa and the Second Annual Charity Celebration of Trees The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa is kicking off the December holidays with two great…


THE WESTIN HILTON HEAD ISLAND RESORT & SPA ENCOURAGES LIGHTS OUT FOR EARTH HOUR

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa is going dark – but just for one hour, and to support a great cause. For the third year, The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa will be participating in Earth Hour and encouraging their guest to…


The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa Receives South Carolina Green Hospitality Alliance’s Two Palmetto Tree Facility Certification

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa is pleased to announce that it has received a Two Palmetto Facility Award of Certification from the South Carolina Green Hospitality Alliance for “green” practices that protect and preserve South Carolina’s environment. This makes The Westin Hilton…


This Holiday Season, Eat Mindful, Not Mindless

It’s the holidays and for most Americans, that means eating – lots of eating – followed by weight gain and a New Year’s resolution to lose weight. But why not take a healthier approach to what we eat during this holiday season and beyond? According to a…


THREE YOUNG LOCAL GOLFERS TO PLAY IN THE RBC HERITAGE

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC (March 7, 2012) – Three young local professional golfers making a name for themselves on the PGA TOUR have committed to play in the RBC Heritage. Kyle Stanley is hoping to continue his successful season at the RBC Heritage and…


Three young South Carolina golfers will be playing in the 2011 Heritage thanks to sponsors exemptions

Tournament Director Steve Wilmot made the announcement at Monday’s Media Day held at the Harbour Town Golf Links. Mark Anderson, Kyle Stanley and Chris Epperson all live in Beaufort County and will all be a part of the 43rd annual Heritage taking place April 18-24, 2011. Beaufort…


Titan’s Tales and Other Dog Adoption Love Stories Book Signing At Pino Gelato, Monday, July 11, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.

(Hilton Head Island, SC – June 27, 2011) Titan’s Tales and Other Dog Adoption Love Stories’ author, Julie Chalpan, will be at Pino Gelato in Wexford Village, Hilton Head Island, on Monday, July 11, from 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. to sign her book. …


Todd Ballantine: Connecting Nature and Human Nature

Join us as we celebrate Earth Day with a brunch, a live and silent auction and a presentation and book signing by our guest speaker Todd Ballantine. Mr. Ballantine is well known in the Lowcountry as the author of “Tideland Treasure”. He is…


TRUE RELIGION OPENING TOMORROW AT THE TANGER OUTLET CENTER IN HILTON HEAD

HILTON HEAD, SC, May 2, 2013. Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. is excited to announce the opening of another famous, brand name addition to our centers in Hilton Head, SC. True Religion will open Friday, May 3 at the Tanger 1 location next to…


Two-time World Champion Balloonist Comes to the Heritage

(Bluffton, SC) Palmetto Electric Cooperative and the Touchstone Energy Cooperatives of South Carolina are bringing two-time world champion balloonist John Petrehn to the Heritage Golf Tournament. Petrehn will fly in the Touchstone Energy Hot Air Balloon on Friday, April 22 and Saturday, April 23…


United Way of the Lowcountry, Inc. hits 75% of annual fundraising goal

United Way of the Lowcountry, Inc. has received $1,950,206 in gifts and pledges putting them at 75% of their $2.6 million annual fundraising goal. Randy Krause, Beaufort Area Campaign Chairman said the most important thing right now is raising the final $649,794 that will close…


Upcycle Laptops, Cell Phones, and Cups for Charity

Experience Green Invites Residents and Businesses to Collect Hard to Recycle Items for Cool New Products HILTON HEAD ISLAND (July 10, 2012) – Experience Green invites residents and businesses to “upcycle” their old laptops, cell phones, and #6 plastic cups that will be turned into new…


Virtually Yours is Growing!

Virtually Yours is growing! After recent success with the expansion into Savannah, Nancy Dietze is taking steps to expand into the entire south east using targeted internet marketing. From Atlanta to Jacksonville, Virtually Yours is the premier solution to your administrative needs. This virtual assistant company…


Watch Willie at Work!

Sir William “Willie” Innes, the spirit and essence of The Heritage, officially begins “Willie at Work,” a program designed to thank local Heritage sponsors. Willie will work a portion of the day at the sponsors office, store or plantation.

Way to Go Steve Wilmot!!

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC (MAY 2, 2012) – Steve Wilmot, Tournament Director of the RBC Heritage presented by Boeing has been selected to receive the Willie Jeffries Ambassador for Sports Award. The award, given by the South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame, recognizes the…


Window Fashions by Rhonda is now Window Fashions of Hilton Head

LaVonne and Steve Keister recently purchased Window Fashions by Rhonda, which is now called Window Fashions of Hilton Head. They serve the Hilton Head and Bluffton area. The Keisters have more than 20 years of combined experience in property management, moving, storage and installation. They are…


Women in Philanthropy Invites Nonprofits to Apply for Grants

Grants will be focused on Advancing Women through Education In celebration of its 10th Anniversary, Women in Philanthropy, a fund of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, is seeking grant applications with a focus on “Advancing Women through Education” from nonprofit organizations which offer learning programs…


You’re invited to Letteritgirl.com Trunk Show!

We’re celebrating the grand opening of the new website and opportunity to shop for great graduation, birthday, wedding and just because monogrammed apparel, gifts and accessories! Thursday Evening, May 2nd 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm At Mangiamo’s Restaurant Main Street, Hilton Head Island 10% of all profits will be…


ZipLine Hilton Head launches April 2012

March 2012 – Hilton Head will have an entirely new eco-tourism destination this April when Broad Creek Marina expands its land and water adventures, starting with ZipLine hilton head, the only ZipLine tour within a 250 mile radius. Located on the Marina’s 15-acre, unique…


ZUMBA FITNESS IN THE LOWCOUNTRY:MOVING THE WORLD TO A NEW BEAT

Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what the Zumba program is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party that’s moving millions of people toward joy and health. Z4 Fitness Studio, featuring ZUMBA fitness will be hosting a PARTY…