November 2006
Dah-ling it's Better, Down Where it's Wetter - Under the Sea!
The holidays are here, and, if you’re looking for an admirable cause to ask for jewelry or buy it yourself, then consider shopping to save sea life. Hilton Head Jewelers, located in Shelter Cove Plaza, features 14k nautical jewels designed in intricate detail and coastal…
Concours d' Elegance - Has Anyone Seen My Duesenberg?
Trick question: What was the capital of independent auto manufactures in America in the first half of the 20th Century? Think Auburn, Stutz, Duesenberg, Marmon, Cord and Pierce-Arrow. If you are a real car buff, the answer is easy. Indiana! These were the cars that rode…
Groomingdale's - The Finest in Pet Pampering
The start of the holiday season means cleaning the house and getting everything ready for parties, company and family gatherings. But don’t forget about your pets in all the holiday hustle and bustle. According to Irene Gonzalez, owner of Groomingdale’s fine grooming salon and pet…
Football - The Great Equalizer
There is a camaraderie in men that can’t be explained when sports are involved. I recently took note of this, from the sidelines so to speak, on a Sunday afternoon when my husband and his brother sought out a sports bar where they could watch…
Kickball Makes a Comeback
A familiar friend is back on the scene. It is small, red and rubber, and it is bouncing toward you faster than you think. It is kickball, and leagues are sprouting up all over. However, these are not for the little ones. These leagues are…
The Sanctuary
Main Street Chiropractic -Whole Body Healing
When you think of a chiropractor, bad backs, sore necks, achy shoulders, or stiff joints may come to mind. It may surprise you to learn that chiropractic care has proven beneficial for all sorts of maladies—from headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, and muscle spasms to digestive…
Pull It Together For Fall Fashion
It’s Like’s designs represent “chic casual” fashion, resurrecting the effect of fitting in by standing out. After browsing through the boutique’s fall and winter line, extending from tunics that can be worn over a pair of jeans (or as a dress with a pair of…
Thanksgiving Creativity
Thanksgiving Pairings
What Wine Pairs Well With Turkey? November is here, and everyone is getting into the holiday spirit… and spirits! A hint of fall is in the air; most of us are excited about the cooler weather, and our thoughts turn to Thanksgiving. This is the…
Shuck & Jive - Fall Festival on the Half Shell
What’s the best part about fall festivals on the island? That’s right: more weekends to spend together celebrating Hilton Head! And just guessing that most islanders are always up for some oysters and down for some good music, Hilton Head Island’s fifth annual Oyster Festival…
May 5th - A Restaurant Worth Celebrating
On October 5th the island’s newest Mexican restaurant, May 5th celebrated their six-month anniversary Cinco de Mayo-style. A band set up on the deck outside and people mingled over margaritas around the bar. The mood was casual and festive, and the place was packed. Everyone…
Taste of the Season
An Annual Culinary Delight There’s no better way to usher in the holiday season than with great food and fun times at Taste of the Season, the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce’s annual holiday food tasting extravaganza. With 40 local restaurants and food service establishments offering…
Editor's Note - November
When cooler weather approaches, most of us tend to head indoors. In doing so, our natural inclination to make our interior surroundings a bit cozier. In this issue of Celebrate Hilton Head we introduce you to several business partners who are happy to share their…
Accessories Network - Where Rooms go to Play Dress-Up
Virginia Heinsch is not afraid to go out on a limb. Whether it is a change of residence, a career shift or a merchandise choice, she’s willing to take her chances. Eleven years ago, after vacationing here, Heinsch and her husband, Don, took a life-altering…
Are You Ready for Some Football?
Enjoy the Season Right Here at Home Watching the defending Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers while drinking an ice cold Iron City Light beer and joining in chants of “Here We Go, Steelers, Here We Go,” is the ideal way to spend a Sunday afternoon in…
Meet Zach Deputy
The Funky Sounds of Success There’s a new funky bunch in town, and thankfully, these boys have nothing to do with Marky Mark. (Note: Marky Mark is the one-time rapper/now successful movie star named Mark Wahlberg. In the early ’90’s, Wahlberg fronted a band called…
Willows Too - Where a Bit of the World Comes Home
When Marie Mabry’s husband retired from the Air Force and applied for a position as a commercial pilot in Saudi Arabia, Marie was ready to go. When they asked why she wanted to live in a place where she couldn’t drive a car and had…
Vignettes from OWLTOWN - November
Vignettes from “OWLTOWN” The book yet to be or maybe never to be written Owltown School. Standing alone. One room. Eight grades. Irish Valley. Paxinos, PA. The mid-’40s. Dropping half a peppermint Life Saver in a bottle of Coke was a favorite lunchtime trick at Owltown. We couldn’t…
Annie's Attic
A Treasure Trove for Your Home* Looking to redecorate a room? Need to furnish a rental unit or vacation home? Searching for that perfect accent to add the finishing touch to your home? No matter what your home furnishing needs, Annie’s Attic, a furniture consignment store…
The Art and Craft of Selling Art
According to both Wally and Jean Smith, if someone wanted to be an instant success in the craft business right now, all they would need is a to be a talented woodworker, have a strong creative streak, and a passion for kaleidoscopes. Wally Smith said…
The holidays are here, and, if you’re looking for an admirable cause to ask for jewelry or buy it yourself, then consider shopping to save sea life. Hilton Head Jewelers, located in Shelter Cove Plaza, features 14k nautical jewels designed in intricate detail and coastal…
Concours d' Elegance - Has Anyone Seen My Duesenberg?
Trick question: What was the capital of independent auto manufactures in America in the first half of the 20th Century? Think Auburn, Stutz, Duesenberg, Marmon, Cord and Pierce-Arrow. If you are a real car buff, the answer is easy. Indiana! These were the cars that rode…
Groomingdale's - The Finest in Pet Pampering
The start of the holiday season means cleaning the house and getting everything ready for parties, company and family gatherings. But don’t forget about your pets in all the holiday hustle and bustle. According to Irene Gonzalez, owner of Groomingdale’s fine grooming salon and pet…
Football - The Great Equalizer
There is a camaraderie in men that can’t be explained when sports are involved. I recently took note of this, from the sidelines so to speak, on a Sunday afternoon when my husband and his brother sought out a sports bar where they could watch…
Kickball Makes a Comeback
A familiar friend is back on the scene. It is small, red and rubber, and it is bouncing toward you faster than you think. It is kickball, and leagues are sprouting up all over. However, these are not for the little ones. These leagues are…
The Sanctuary
The perfect place to find refuge during this stressful season is at the Sanctuary Day Spa. Owner Lisa Murphy, a licensed aesthetician, explained, “At the Sanctuary, we focus on relaxation. Our primary goal is to make sure our guests are relaxed.”
Main Street Chiropractic -Whole Body Healing
When you think of a chiropractor, bad backs, sore necks, achy shoulders, or stiff joints may come to mind. It may surprise you to learn that chiropractic care has proven beneficial for all sorts of maladies—from headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, and muscle spasms to digestive…
Pull It Together For Fall Fashion
It’s Like’s designs represent “chic casual” fashion, resurrecting the effect of fitting in by standing out. After browsing through the boutique’s fall and winter line, extending from tunics that can be worn over a pair of jeans (or as a dress with a pair of…
Thanksgiving Creativity
Every host and hostess envisions the perfect bird, succulent dressing, candied yams, fresh green beans, yeast rolls, and homemade pumpkin pie.
Thanksgiving Pairings
What Wine Pairs Well With Turkey? November is here, and everyone is getting into the holiday spirit… and spirits! A hint of fall is in the air; most of us are excited about the cooler weather, and our thoughts turn to Thanksgiving. This is the…
Shuck & Jive - Fall Festival on the Half Shell
What’s the best part about fall festivals on the island? That’s right: more weekends to spend together celebrating Hilton Head! And just guessing that most islanders are always up for some oysters and down for some good music, Hilton Head Island’s fifth annual Oyster Festival…
May 5th - A Restaurant Worth Celebrating
On October 5th the island’s newest Mexican restaurant, May 5th celebrated their six-month anniversary Cinco de Mayo-style. A band set up on the deck outside and people mingled over margaritas around the bar. The mood was casual and festive, and the place was packed. Everyone…
Taste of the Season
An Annual Culinary Delight There’s no better way to usher in the holiday season than with great food and fun times at Taste of the Season, the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce’s annual holiday food tasting extravaganza. With 40 local restaurants and food service establishments offering…
Editor's Note - November
When cooler weather approaches, most of us tend to head indoors. In doing so, our natural inclination to make our interior surroundings a bit cozier. In this issue of Celebrate Hilton Head we introduce you to several business partners who are happy to share their…
Accessories Network - Where Rooms go to Play Dress-Up
Virginia Heinsch is not afraid to go out on a limb. Whether it is a change of residence, a career shift or a merchandise choice, she’s willing to take her chances. Eleven years ago, after vacationing here, Heinsch and her husband, Don, took a life-altering…
Are You Ready for Some Football?
Enjoy the Season Right Here at Home Watching the defending Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers while drinking an ice cold Iron City Light beer and joining in chants of “Here We Go, Steelers, Here We Go,” is the ideal way to spend a Sunday afternoon in…
Meet Zach Deputy
The Funky Sounds of Success There’s a new funky bunch in town, and thankfully, these boys have nothing to do with Marky Mark. (Note: Marky Mark is the one-time rapper/now successful movie star named Mark Wahlberg. In the early ’90’s, Wahlberg fronted a band called…
Willows Too - Where a Bit of the World Comes Home
When Marie Mabry’s husband retired from the Air Force and applied for a position as a commercial pilot in Saudi Arabia, Marie was ready to go. When they asked why she wanted to live in a place where she couldn’t drive a car and had…
Vignettes from OWLTOWN - November
Vignettes from “OWLTOWN” The book yet to be or maybe never to be written Owltown School. Standing alone. One room. Eight grades. Irish Valley. Paxinos, PA. The mid-’40s. Dropping half a peppermint Life Saver in a bottle of Coke was a favorite lunchtime trick at Owltown. We couldn’t…
Annie's Attic
A Treasure Trove for Your Home* Looking to redecorate a room? Need to furnish a rental unit or vacation home? Searching for that perfect accent to add the finishing touch to your home? No matter what your home furnishing needs, Annie’s Attic, a furniture consignment store…
The Art and Craft of Selling Art
According to both Wally and Jean Smith, if someone wanted to be an instant success in the craft business right now, all they would need is a to be a talented woodworker, have a strong creative streak, and a passion for kaleidoscopes. Wally Smith said…
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