Art League of Hilton Head Seeking Entries: 2 Calls, 1 Deadline 2013 Biennale A National Juried Exhibition – May 3-June 4, 2013 Entry Deadline-March 4, 2013 Entries accepted in 7 categories. Open to emerging and professional artists alike. Cash awards over $7000. Click Here For Details and an Application 3rd Annual RBC Heritage Poster Competition [...]
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC February 8, 2013 – The people’s choice vote has been tallied and the winner of this year’s 2013 Chamber Restaurant Week Champion is Hugo’s Seafood & Steakhouse. Chamber Restaurant Week, presented by the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, on Saturday, January 26 through Saturday, February 2nd was well represented as [...]
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC (February 1, 2013) – The Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival has just completed the International Wine Judging & Competition, which took place January 26 and 27, 2013 at the Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa. An esteemed panel of 24 judges painstakingly sniffed, swirled and tasted over 670 entered [...]
The Symphony is offering a Snowbird specially priced ticket package for our 4 concerts in January and February – Haydn, Triumph, Vivaldi, and Color & Light. Visitors may choose from the following seating preferences: A Seating tickets for $175 per person; or B Seating for $125 per person. Concerts are held at the First Presbyterian [...]
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC (December 11, 2012) – The Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival now in its 28th year, attracts wine enthusiasts from all over the country and wineries from all over the globe. This event is one of the largest outdoor, internationally judged wine events on the East Coast.
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” the Festival on Friday, January 25, 2013 from 5:30 – [...]
The youth of Main Street Youth Theatre received the best Christmas present ever. Effective November 1, they will be returning to their original home on Main Street. The Main Street Youth Theatre board of directors approved the new lease agreement which will allow the children to perform again in their original location on Main Street. [...]
The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra is offering a program of instruction for highly motivated and talented young students between grades four and twelve who play a musical instrument. This program will expose students to a wide variety of musical experiences, including the opportunity of working closely with our newly appointed HHSO conductor, John Morris Russell [...]
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. – Golfers at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on Hilton Head Island can now improve their golf game with their smart phone. The new golf smart phone application from Palmetto Dunes, a South Carolina golf resort, gives players at its three award-winning Hilton Head golf courses everything from tips on playing specific [...]
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – WHAT IS OPERATION R & R? Founded on Hilton Head Island in 2008, Operation R & R provides recently returned, deployed military men and women an opportunity to “reconnect” with their spouse and children by spending a “virtually” free week on Hilton Head in donated property. Since its inception, Operation [...]
Southeast Tourism Society Names Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival Top 20 Event For March 2013!
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – 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 southeasttourism.org and escapetothesoutheast.com. According to the Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival Chairperson, Tami Bream, “It is quite an honor to be [...]
The 2013 All Saints Episcopal Church Garden Tour is currently seeking applications from local non-profit organizations that would like to be considered as beneficiaries for next year’s event. A fundamental criteria for making application is the requirement that the organization must provide services to the citizens of Beaufort County or Jasper County as they struggle [...]
Hilton Head Island, SC – The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa was recently chosen as a “Best of the South 2012” property in the Southern United States, Mexico and the Caribbean/Islands by the readers of Meetings Focus South magazine. The readers were asked to choose their favorite property considering many key factors: quality [...]
Hilton Head Island, SC – Kathleen Bateson, President and CEO of the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, has been elected President for the South Carolina Arts Alliance. Presidency of the SCAA is the highest private sector arts position in the state. The South Carolina Arts Alliance is a statewide assembly of arts organizations, administrators, businesses [...]
Back to School Shoe Drive Begins to Benefit Bluffton Self Help. Tax Free Weekend may be over but the back to school savings have not ended at Tanger Outlets, Hilton Head. Tanger Shoe Rewards is a new campaign where shoppers can save more of their favorite fashions while also supporting a worthy cause. Between now [...]
Hilton Head Island, SC – Skull Creek Boathouse’s Marker 13 Buoy Bar named amongst Top 30 Outdoor Bars in America by Travel and Leisure Magazine. The honor comes on the heels of receiving Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence for 2012 and multiple nominations for Readers’ Choice Awards. Purchased by SERG Restaurant Group in 2010, Skull [...]
Suggested Hiking/Biking Trips: All trips begin and end at the parking area half a mile from the refuge entrance; distances are round-trip, and estimated times are based on a leisurely walking pace, allowing for periodic stops to observe wildlife. – Ibis Pond: 1.2 miles; 1 hour, 30 minutes. – Shell Point: 4.6 miles; 4 hours, [...]
The Coastal Discovery Museum on Hilton Head Island has announced a “Family Fun Day” on August 10th from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at their location at Honey Horn. This event will give the public yet another opportunity to see what the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn has to offer. You can start the [...]
Carole Montgomery brings her “R” rated tales of family and motherhood to the Hilton Head Comedy Club for performances tonight through Sunday. The New York City-based comedian has performed off-Broadway in “Tales of a PTA Mom,” starred in a pair of Las Vegas production shows and has appeared on “Politically Incorrect” with Bill Maher and [...]
Contributed by Doug Weaver, Director of Golf Instruction, Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort> There are four fundamental factors that determine distance on pitch shots: 1) The length of the club. The longer the club, the further the ball goes, plain and simple. Use a longer club for long shots and a shorter club for short shots. [...]
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. – Summertime on Hilton Head Island means the beach, family vacations and the annual tradition of HarbourFest at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina. The festival kicks off Tuesday, June 19 with the first night of weekly fireworks at dusk. At the core of the nightly summer festival is family entertainer Shannon [...]
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C.—Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort is introducing a new restaurant concept to the Hilton Head area just in time for the summer season. Big Jim’s BBQ, Burgers and Pizzaopened last week at the Robert Trent Jones course clubhouse, offering a relaxed dining option for families, golfers and Hilton Head residents and visitors alike. [...]
Coastal Discovery Museum – June 28th, 2012 through September 10th, 2012. Anchored in a respect for the strength of their people, the Gullah-Geechee people carry forward their centuries-old traditions in the arts and crafts, language and culture of today. The artwork in this exhibition honors the hallmarks of the Gullah-Geechee culture and preserves the richness of [...]
(Hilton Head Island, SC) The Sandbox, An Interactive Children’s Museum, is celebrating summer with a Summer Fun Series of special programs and activities held each day at the Sandbox. Summer programs include Pottery classes, Cupcake Decorating, Crafty Kids, Summer Fun Craft Activity, Interactive Art Classes led by local artist Veronica Martini, Parents night Out, Imagination [...]
Beach Properties of Hilton Head has been recognized by The Hilton Head Island – Bluffton Chamber of Commerce with the Small Business of the Year award for 2011. Beach Properties has been a leader in the Vacation Rental Industry on Hilton Head since it’s’ inception in 1995. The company was one of eight finalist selected [...]
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 an exciting, new way to experience the water for a leisure paddle or enjoyable workout. Using a canoe type paddle and standing atop a larger version of a [...]
U. S. Route 278 is the only highway coming to Hilton Head Island. 278 extends all the way to I-95 (Exit #8). After you cross the large bridge (which spans the Intercoastal Waterway), you are now on the Island. About 2 miles onto the Island, you’ll see signs for the New Cross Island Parkway, (stay [...]
Early History: The written History of Hilton Head Island began with the Spaniards in 1526, as they explored the coastal waters from Key West to the St. Lawrence, naming it “La Florida”. They found Indian settlements and evidence of agriculture. (With the arrival of the Europeans, the Indians fate was signed, so that by the [...]
Hilton Head Island is located along the southeastern coast of South Carolina. We are located just 35 miles from Savannah, Georgia. There are numerous ways to get to Hilton Head Island. You can drive, you can fly commercial or in your own plane, you can come by rail, by bus, or even on your private [...]
Many visitors to Hilton Head Island have questions about the Island. Show your friends and family that you know some facts about Hilton Head Island. Our Chamber of Commerce is another source of facts. FACTS ABOUT HILTON HEAD ISLAND • We do have a bridge from the mainland to the Island. You do not have [...]
David M. Carmines Memorial Foundation fundraiser, benefiting cancer research and Island Rec, set for April 28! HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – The ixth annual Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest, sponsored by the David M. Carmines Memorial Foundation, is set to take place on April 4, 2013, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and April 5, 2013, [...]
The Sea Pines Resort Forest Preserve was formally opened on June 1, 1971. Charles and Joseph Fraser of the Sea Pines’ founding family filed legal covenants in 1970 dedicating the 606 acres in the Preserve as a Wildlife Habitat and Outdoor Recreation Facility. It was specifically created so that we might all enjoy and appreciate [...]
With the gift-giving season upon us, we often hear “It’s the thought that counts.” While you may indeed be thinking fondly of friends and loved ones when giving gifts this holiday season, how often do you really take the time to pick a thoughtful gift? When we give a gift, do we ever consider how [...]
1. Don’t go to parties hungry. If you’re going to a party in the evening, be sure to eat a healthy lunch and snack in the afternoon. 2. The choice is yours. Instead of focusing on what you cannot or should not have, think about making healthier choices. 3. Start with veggies and nuts. When [...]
Winter is on its way and so are our migratory waterfowl. Soon our freshwater ponds will be dotted with birds. One of the most attractive is the Hooded Merganser; their white and black hoods are hard to miss. Hooded Mergansers (Lophodytes cucullatus) are small diving ducks. Native to North America, dispersed throughout Canada and the [...]
The Town of Hilton Head Island provides over 50 miles of public pathways and nature trails for the enjoyment of pedestrians and cyclists. At low tide, the Island’s 12 miles of beaches are ideal for biking. Public beaches are indicated on the Island Events’ Island Map. Our map also shows the existing public pathways. Many [...]
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups butter 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Salt and pepper to taste 10 oz. shrimp, peeled and de-veined (reserve shells) 6 oz. onions, minced 3/4 clove garlic, minced 1 1/2 tsp. paprika 3/4 cup tomato paste 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 2 Tbsp. brandy 3 cups heavy cream 1 3/4 tsp. [...]
With festive fundraisers, spectacular productions, fascinating exhibits, Christmas light displays, holiday home tours, Santa sightings, Civil War commemorations and New Year’s Eve parties, December is the most wonderful time of year on Hilton Head Island. Take a look at just a few of the special happenings taking place this month: The Sea Pines Resort Celebrate [...]
We are proud and delighted to announce our first Social Network Golf event on Hilton Head Island. The “Social Network Open” will be held from March 16 to March 18, 2012 at the Palmetto Dunes Ocean Front Resort. Our event includes 3 rounds of golf on the Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course, George Fazio Course [...]
What to Wear for a Beach Portrait? (some suggestions) Beach Casual: Wear a beach casual style for your next beach portrait. Beach casual is khaki shorts, capris, skirts or pants. Your top should be light in color with no patterns like flowers or stripes. If the beach portrait will include more than one person then [...]
Golf is a funny game: To succeed, you have to slow down. You can take the right path toward the ball and know your clubs inside-out (pun intended), but if you rush your swing, all will be lost. The first piece of advice I give almost any golfer is simply to slow down. Why? Because [...]
Arts Center of Coastal Carolina Formerly the Self Family Arts Center, the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina is a showcase for professional performing and visual arts, as well as cultural festivals and educational outreach. The Arts Center also offers community education, including Visual and Performing Arts Camps, Theater Camp, and other workshops and classes. Coastal [...]
Saturday, November 19th! Take 10 celebrity artists and pair them with 10 celebrity chefs and what do you come up with? A unique cake from the chefs inspired by a painting or sculpture from the artist. Throw in some bubbly and you have a fabulous evening and a fun fundraiser for a great cause. 6 [...]
Courtesy of The Salty Dog Cafe, South Beach Marina Village, Hilton Head Island, 843-363-2198. Crab Cakes Ingredients: 2 Cups Mayonnaise 6 Eggs 1/4 Cup Sherry Wine 1/4 Cup Lemon Juice 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce 1/3 Cup Old Bay Seasoning 2 Tablespoons Celery Seed 1/4 Cup Dijon Mustard 2 Tablespoons Horseradish 1 Tablespoon Cajun Seasoning 1 [...]
South Carolinians possess a fierce independent streak. For better or for worse, we’ve even been known to be downright rebellious, from time to time. We certainly admire the Old World’s great wineries – and like them – but we also understand the secret to making great wines lies in staying true to our “down home” [...]
SC CHEF’S CHOICE by SALLY MAHAN Chef Dye Scott-Rhodan serves up more than just tasty, fresh food at her restaurant on Hilton Head Island—she also serves up a dose of traditional Gullah culture. The menu at Dye’s Gullah Fixin’s features recipes that have been handed down through the generations in her family— fried chicken, pork [...]
by Millie Davenport, Horticulture Extension Agent, Home & Garden Information Center, Clemson University, 2009 Hi, I am Millie Davenport, a horticulture extension agent with the Clemson University Home and Garden Information Center. Today we are going to look at Lantana. Today we are outside the Geology Museum, here in the South Carolina Botanical Gardens and [...]
Fall has finally arrived in the Lowcountry and everyone is busy making the most of this special season. From family festivals and Broadway musicals to prestigious automotive events and Halloween happenings, following are just a few of the exciting activities taking place this October. The Salty Dog Cafe At The Salty Dog Café in South [...]
Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins Local waters host a large, year-round population of these playful, air-breathing mammals. The South Carolina Lowcountry is also one of the few places to witness strand feeding – a learned behavior where dolphins work as a team to corral fish, chase them onto a muddy bank and then temporarily beach themselves to [...]
The Town of Hilton Head Island provides over 50 miles of public pathways and nature trails for the enjoyment of pedestrians and cyclists. At low tide, the Island’s 12 miles of beaches are ideal for biking. Public beaches are indicated on the Island Events’ Island Map. Our map also shows the existing public pathways. Many [...]
Arts Center of Coastal Carolina The Formerly the Self Family Arts Center, the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina is a showcase for professional performing and visual arts, as well as cultural festivals and educational outreach. The Arts Center also offers community education, including Visual and Performing Arts Camps, Theater Camp, and other workshops and classes. [...]
One of the more famous attractions on Hilton Head Island is the American alligator. A relic of Pre-Historic times, on Hilton Head Island he has found a very safe atmosphere where he can prosper. Alligators range along the Coastal Plain north to Virginia, southeast to Florida and west to the eastern coast of Texas. They [...]
In the late 1600′s, enslaved West Africans were brought to the Georgia and South Carolina sea islands to tend the rice and cotton fields. As the Emanciapation Proclamation brought freedom, many fled to Hilton Head Island and its Union Army outpost to start the first freedman’s village in the United States: Mitchelville. Many of the [...]
Here you will find some frequently asked questions about the State of South Carolina. • How Did South Carolina Get Its Name? King Charles I of England granted the land on which South Carolina is located to Sir Robert Heath in 1629. The region was named Carolus, a word derived from the Latin form of [...]
