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Rib-it on Seabrook Island

Oct 27

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Seabrookers have a new restaurant to go to right outside the gate. Rib-it as you might imagine is a place that specializes in barbeque.  The food is good and very reasonably priced.  That’s one of the reasons owner Ben Quincy decided to open his new restaurant next to Lucy’s. 

Ben is a very personable man who has spent 20 years perfecting his BBQ sauce.  Ben says people will love his sauce and has heard some say it’s the best they’ve ever had.

Rib-it has a small, but appealing menu, including racks of Ben’s special made ribs, Nathan’s hotdogs, chicken, pork bbq, and tasty mac-n-cheese and slaw sides.   All menu items are priced for everyone’s wallet.

Another item that Rib-it will be serving is a number of different flavored Italian ice.  The Italian ice is made in New York by a family that has been doing it for 60 years.  For Ben, it’s always about the best quality at the best price.  His ribs are imported Danish baby-back ribs of the highest quality, and Nathan’s hotdogs have a reputation that speaks for itself.

Rib-it also does take-out.  For more information call 641-7600.

 The Town of Seabrook Island was represented at the recent South Carolina Municipal Association’s Advocacy Meeting.  Mayors, Town Council members, and administrators met to discuss recently adopted state-wide legislation and anticipated legislation.  Sam Reed, Seabrook Island Town Council member represented our barrier islands.  The State Municipal Association emphasizes the needs of cities and towns in our state, so that they might provide quality services to their citizens.  Town residents are best served when local leaders have the tools to satisfy local needs.  Some of the issues discussed dealt with allocation of accommodation tax revenues; business license fees; and funding for roads.  There was also a lengthy discussion of a proposed new Hazardous Properties Receivership Act, which would give Towns and other responsible parties a new tool to deal with abandoned and/or dilapidated structures.

 One of the unique events that Seabrookers and visitors to Seabrook enjoy watching is the dolphins.  What some don’t realize when they see the dolphin is that they are not just swimming but are working herding fish for what is known as strand feedings.   This occurs when the dolphin have herded a large group of fish together and onto the shore where they feast on the fish.  View Seabrook Island Real Estate listings via Akers and Ellis Real Estate and Rentals.

National Geographic Magazine, contacted the local expert on Strand Feeding Captain Chad Hayes, to help them with a large production series they were filming for an upcoming special on predators.  The National Geographic crew consider the feeding behavior of our local dolphins to be one of the most impressive among all predators worldwide.  They especially needed Captain Hayes expertise of the dolphins and their Kiawah River habitat to be able film them from multiple angels and with multiple cameras.  Captain Hayes and the crew filmed for nearly two weeks and got some amazing footage.  The crew filmed over 100 strand feeding events.  It is uncertain when the special will air but it will be a huge production.

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Turtles, Foxes, Coyotes and Cougars on Seabrook Island

Oct 20

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Seabrook Island, SC has Equestrian winners!  On September 9-11, Aiken, SC, hosted a major horse show sanctioned by the United States Equestrian Federation and the South Carolina Hunter Jumper Association.  This show is the culmination for many of the major events and medals in the Southeast region.

The South Carolina Governor’s Cup is the holy grail of awards in the region for equestrian competition and is judged primarily on rider skills.  After a year of qualifying events with well over 100 riders competing from all over the US, the top 15 riders are invited to participate in the 2011 Governor’s Cup final.  Charles Hairfield, Head Trainer and Manager of Seabrook Equestrian, had three riders in the final competition and they all placed in the top ten.  It is an achievement to get one rider in the final, let alone three.

It is too soon to estimate how many coyotes are present on Seabrook.  Until now all of the sightings have been of lone individuals.  It is not know whether these individuals are part of a larger pack, or just a single animal that strayed onto the Island and has been seen in several locations. 

Coyotes travel in packs, having one male and one female and their offspring.  They establish and defend their territories, one of the benefits of this is that they are able to exclude completion from other coyotes or other species.

The fox and cougar population will most likely have to adjust to these new inhabitants as the coyotes will become the dominate species.

Typically coyotes will attempt to avoid contact with humans however residents will need to maintain close supervision of family pets, particularly small dogs and cats.  Attacks on pets will be minimized by ensuring that dog and cat food is not left outside.

Overall Seabrookers pride themselves on the emphasis that they and their community place on the protection and conservation of the natural ecosystem they have the privilege to live in.  The assimilation of coyotes into our environment is only natural, and in the end should create an ecosystem that is biologically in balance.

 The 2011 Turtle Patrol season officially comes to a close with their annual celebration.  This year’s bash will be held on Thursday October 20th at 6PM I the Live Oak Hall at the Lake House.  BBQ, beverages and other treats will be provided for the hard working patrol as they exchange stories about the 37 nests found on Seabrook’s beaches this summer.

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Seabrook Island – A Sense of Place Committee

Oct 13

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Seabrook Island, SC is planning for its future having established  A Sense of Place Committee under the direction of the Seabrook Island Property Owners Association.  Chaired by the Vice Chair of the SIPOA board and comprised of individuals with  knowledge of the island’s infrastructure.  The committee is looking five to ten years to the future.  Since the committee has been recently formed no recommendations have come forth as they are still developing topics to be considered.  Suggested topics so far include: roads and traffic, bike paths, walking trails, boardwalks, equestrian trails, parking and shuttles, landscaping and lighting on POA right-of-ways, signage, rules of the road and enforcement, formalization of a road map of these key elements to move forward and formalization of a sustainable and viable financial plan for these elements.  Intangible issues include quality of life, protection and increase of property values, maximization of Seabrook’s extraordinary setting and examination of risks and obstacles.  The board is not looking to start new projects and spend new money on this initiative, but to consider how best to allocate the funds currently available. 

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Due to the scope of the issues it was suggested to get the help of an objective third party that has had experience with this type of undertaking.  The American Institute of Architects’ public service group, Regional/Urban Design Assistance Team was invited to a meeting to ascertain if there was a match between Seabrook’s needs and Team’s ability to address these issues.  In summarizing what the Team can offer, they informed the Committee that they have available thirty to forty different disciplines, including architects, land-use engineers and other experts to call upon for their expertise.  Objectivity is guaranteed as their experts serve pro bono and cannot accept a job with a client they serve for two years after a project.  The Team strongly believes in and promotes public participation.  They stated they have the experience to listen to the island’s needs and to develop a process to get the island to where it wants to go.  They cited working with Vail, CO as a project which is similar to Seabrook’s.  The Committee, after some discussion, voted unanimously to apply for R/UDAT assistance.  Next steps, after the exchange of letters of commitment is the Team will return in a month or two for a two day visit to help the Committee define concerns and determine what expertise is needed to guide the planning.  The second phase is public participation.  The final step is an R/UDAT presentation of a report for an action plan which will consist of both text and imagery.  It will suggest immediate action designed to spark the interest of Seabrook, and action plans and strategy to complete short, medium and long-term goals.

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Seabrook Island is hosting the 28th Alan Fleming Sr. Open Clay Court State Championship Tournament

Sep 30

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Seabrookers are one week away from one of the most exciting tennis events of the year.  Located just a half hour from Charleston, S.C. which is rated the “Best Tennis Town in America” by the USTA, Seabrook Island is hosting the 28th Alan Fleming Sr. Open Clay Court State Championship Tournament, October 5-9.  This event was recently voted “South Carolina Adult Tournament of the Year”.  The tournament is a South Carolina Level 1 State Championship event, as well as a Southern 200 point tournament with 44 events, including singles, doubles and mixed doubles.  Age categories for both men and women range from 40 to 80 years old.  Seabrook Island is a private 2,200 acre resort just 21 miles from historic Charleston.  The beneficiary of this tournament is the Hospice of Charleston Foundation.  The monies raised will allow the Hospice to continue their mission of financially assisting low-income hospice patients through their Patient Assistance Grants Program, raising awareness about Hospice Care through a number of education initiatives and, supporting bereaved families through Shannon’s Hope camp for children and Candlelight Memorial Ceremonies. you can rent a condo or home from Akers and Ellis Real Estate and Rentals during your vist.

Another restaurant to try is The Stono Café located at St. John’s Yacht harbor.  To get there from Seabrook Island follow the Betsy Kerrison Parkway to the intersection of Bohicket and River Roads, bear right and follow River to the light at Maybank Highway, go right and at the first light go left as then follow the access road to the Yacht Club.  Owner Barry Waldrop has taken this old location, freshened it up and serve absolutely delicious sandwiches and salads along with burgers, crab cakes and shrimp and grits. There is a great outdoor area with umbrellas and tables overlooking the marina with a long sit down bar at the end.  The Stono Café is open for lunch Tues.-Thurs. 11:30am-2pm, dinner 4-9pm and Saturday and Sunday 11:30am-9pm.  Prices range from $6-&13.  Telephone number is 762-6660.

Coyotes are sighted on Seabrook Island.  Well, they are finally here!  The wiley coyote has finally decided to take up residence on Seabrook.  The first sighting was observed in the horse pasture, near the stables.  During the September, 2010 deer survey, again a lone coyote was observed in nearly the same location.  More recently there have been several coyote sightings.  In particular there was one observed on Jenkins Point Road, and another in the marsh behind Green Heron Court.  According to SCDNR, coyotes have been present in South Carolina for some time and are now present in every county in the State.  Now that we know they are here and are a part of the community, it will be interesting to see how well they adapt to us, and how well we adapt to them.

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Seabrook Island To Join Audubon Sustainable Communities Program

Sep 22

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Seabrook Island, SC recently became the first private sector community in South Carolina to join Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program.  The Sustainable Communities Program serves as a frame work to merge economic and social considerations with the protection and enhancement of a community’s environmental characteristics.  Audubon International serves as a catalyst for citizen driven planning and community actions.  Its programs facilitate partnerships with governmental agencies, businesses, academic institutions, and other organizations that provide local support and assistance to reach the goals envisioned by the community.  Working in this way, Seabrook Island will create a long-term plan to address growth and environmental protection.  It should be a good move for Seabrook Island Real Estate and Seabrook Island Homes For Sale.

 Lowcountry dining is something that both locals and visitors to Seabrook Island look forward to.  Stono Market and Tomato Shed Café located at 842 Main Road on John’s Island ( look for the red clap board building on the right, just before the De Mare packaging facility) serves lunches which feature real “down home cooking” , mostly straight from the farm.  Dishing up tomato pie, squash casserole, sautéed cabbage, butter beans, stewed okra and tomatoes, pimento cheese sandwiches, and that old standby She Crab soup, Burgers, salads that include shrimp and barbeque and their crab cakes which have been voted best in Charleston are all special.  The Café now also serves beer and wine with lunch.  Sides and specials change daily depending on what is in season.  They are open M-F 9am-6pm and Sat. 9am-5pm.  Lunch is served from 11am-2:30pm.  Don’t forget to try one of their delicious blueberry shakes.

 The PGA Golf Tournament is now less than a year away.  It is reported that the PGA team putting this all together plans for traffic flow not to come all the way to the Freshfield’s roundabout.  A temporary “road” will be built at the PGA’s expense that will take cars off the Betsy Kerrison Parkway about 100 yards north of the traffic circle.  PGA traffic will proceed along that road approximately halfway to the Bohicket Marina entrance and then cut across Seabrook Island Road into parking areas.  These parking areas will be situated pretty much behind and to the side of Freshfields.  From these parking areas, buses will take ticket holders out to Kiawah Island Road on the other side of the Kiawah entrance to Freshfields.

 A year ago most Seabrook residents who had experienced the entire 2010 summer felt it was extremely hot.  It turns out they were right.  Last year’s summer ranked the 2nd hottest summer in the last 141 years.

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Seabrook Island Labor Day Activities

Sep 2

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Seabrook Island was featured on local TV channel 2, WCBD-TV 2 this past Monday, August 29th.  The news clip highlighted the island’s very popular Equestrian Center and how much guests of the island appreciate the variety of rides available.  You can view this clip by going to www2.counton2.com, click the web option, and enter August 29th Seabrook Island in the search section.

Seabrook Island received minor damage from Hurricane Irene, but it had very little effect on Seabrook Island Real Estate.  The North Beach experienced some minor dune erosion near Gate 1, which is the gate that leads from the property owner’s parking lot and the Oyster Catcher pool.   In addition a tree was knocked down and came to lie across one of the small streets, plus the usual pine needles and small branches.  The tree and all debris were cleaned up by Monday, the 29th.

Things to do this Labor Day Weekend on Seabrook Island and nearby:

  • Friday, September 2nd. The final concert of the Music on the Green summer series will feature The Dave Archer Band.  They will be performing R&B, Motown and other dance music with a female vocalist.  From 6-9PM.  Admission is free—bring a blanket or chairs.

 

  • Friday, September 2nd.  Folly Beach Fishing Pier.  Dance the night away under the stars and in the ocean breeze at the Folly Beach Fishing Pier.  DJ Jim Bowers of 1340 The Boardwalk will play all of the hottest oldies and beach music classics.  Beverages, food and snacks will be available for purchase.  Tickets are limited, so advance purchase is recommended.  $10/$8 (for Charleston County Resident/s).  7-11PM

 

  • Sunday, September, 4th.  Shagging on the Ocean Terrace at Seabrook Island’s Beach Club.  The Ocean City Party Band is featured as well as a Lowcountry boil.  Tickets $25++pp club members, cash bar.  Starts at 6 PM.  For reservations call 768-7849.

 

  • Sunday, September, 4th.  The 5th Annual Lowcountry Wine and Beer Festival will be held from 4-7PM on The Green at Freshfields.  Sample wines, craft beers and lowcounty food for the benefit of the Barrier Free Medical Clinic.  Guests can sample more than 20 wines from around the globe, craft beers and a lowcountry buffet provided by Hege’s Restaurant.  In addition, an African safari, oceanfront condo vacation at Seabrook Island and other items will be up for bid at a silent auction while the Cobbblestone Quartet performs live jazz music.  All proceeds to benefit the Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic which provides free medical care to those in need on John’s, James and Wadmalaw islands.  Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the gate.  Junior tickets (age 10 to 20) are available for $20 and children under 10 are free.  For further information contact Freshfields Village at 768-6491.

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Fleming Tennis Tournament – Seabrook Island

Aug 28

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A reason to come and visit Seabrook this fall is the Alan Fleming Tennis Tournament or as it is known locally “The Fleming”.  The event is named after the late Alan Fleming a long-time resident and tennis player, and father of Peter Fleming who won doubles championships at Wimbleton and the US open.  The event this year runs October 6-9, beginning early in the morning and throughout most of the day. Spectators are welcome—no ticket required.  For over 20 years, “The Fleming” has raised money for the Hospice of Charleston Foundation.  Last year $37,500 went to support the invaluable work of those “angels” who provide compassionate end-of-life care to families throughout the Lowcountry.  The deadline for entering the tournament is Thursday, September 29th.  For further information call Katy Bethune at the Tennis Club:  843 768-7543.
  – $3,495,000

MLS #: 1027085
Address: 1151 OCEAN FOREST LN
City: SEABROOK ISLAND
Zip: 29455
Area: CHS-Kiawah & Seabrook Islands
Neighborhood: SEABROOK ISLAND
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Agent Name: Karen Wlodarski
Office: Akers Ellis Real Estate LLC
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Half Bathrooms: 2
Sq Ft.: 5,058
Stories: 2 Story
Year Built: 2006
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1151 OCEAN FOREST LN

Seabrook Island Homes For Sale – Enjoy Seabrook Island living at its finest in this quality custom-built home with panoramic ocean views! No detail has been spared in this nearly-new home just steps from the island’s fabulous North Beach area. You are welcomed into the foyer with its circular staircase and herringbone oak flooring. Warm Southern-style heart-of-pine floors grace the living areas throughout. Ideal for entertaining, the great room features a fireplace flanked by built-in shelving, adjoining wet bar including wine cooler and icemaker, and opens onto the rear screened porch with stone flooring and Wolf outdoor grill. You’ll be taken in by breathtaking ocean views from almost every room. The fabulous gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, custom cabinetry, center island, separate food prep area with vegetable sink, and top-of-the-line appliances: Wolf, Miehle, Sub-zero, and Asko. The home boasts dual master suites with walk-in closets and full tile baths with tub and separate shower areas including deluxe rain shower heads. The lower master offers an adjoining private screened porch and an exercise room with separate half-bath and wet bar, the upper master features an adjacent upstairs deck with hot tub and spiral-staircase access to the pool area below. Houseguests will make themselves at home in any of three spacious guest suites on the upper level, each with private full bath and two include oceanfront viewing decks. Guests can relax and enjoy the views from the upstairs sitting or entertainment area with its adjacent mini-kitchen and oceanfront porch. A three-level elevator provides convenient access to all areas of the home. Storage areas abound, and there is also a finished room on the lower level. Outdoors, cool off with a dip in the infinity pool, relax on the sundecks, or simply take in the scenic marsh and ocean views from your own private paradise.

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1380 Pelican Watch Villa, Seabrook Island Villa For Sale

Aug 17

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1380 PELICAN WATCH VILLA, Seabrook Island - For Sale

1380 PELICAN WATCH VILLA, Seabrook Island - For Sale

1380 Pelican Watch Villa
Seabrook Island, SC 

Seabrook Island Villa For Sale – PLATINUM-RATED UPPER LEVEL BEACHFRONT VILLA, BEST VALUE AVAILABLE! IMMACULATE NON-SMOKING UNIT, RENOVATED KITCHEN AND BATHS WITH GRANITE TILE COUNTERTOPS, TASTEFULLY DECORATED IN NEUTRAL COLOR SCHEME, OFFERED FULLY FURNISHED. FABULOUS PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEW! GREAT RENTAL PROPERTY OR ISLAND GETAWAY, WALK TO ALL CLUB AMENITIES.

Listing Price - $379,000 – View this Seabrook Island Home for Sale
Update on the Johns Island Museum.  It was reported that the estimate to move the museum to be approximately $58,000.  It appears there is interest on the part of the City of Charleston Parks Department to move the museum to the Angel Oak area, so the option to move it on to Seabrook Town property may be taken out of the Town Council’s hands.  There are some Town Council members who feel that this is the logical choice for the placement of the museum as it would attract that many more visitors.  The Town Council therefore is delaying any decision on the museum.

 Every Friday evening through Labor Day enjoy free live music at the Freshfields Village Green from 6 to 9 PM.  Performing this Friday, June 17th will be Groove Train.  Don’t forget to bring a blanket and/or chairs.

 Every Monday from 4 to 8 PM through August 29th (excluding July 4th) a Farmer’s Market will be available at Freshfields.  Items will include produce, packaged foods, arts and crafts and prepared food vendors.  Live music by Brad Henry and Skip Sullins will alternate each week.

 Seabrooker Cindy Willis has been selected as the 2011 Grand Marshall for the “Spirit of America” 4th of July Parade.  Cindy is responsible for the wonderful library we have at the Lake House today.  Two years ago this August, she was the one responsible for transferring all the books from the POA to their new location and is the sole person responsible today for the library’s upkeep.  Library Science isn’t Cindy’s background, prior to her and her husband Max retiring to Seabrook she spent her career as an Occupational Therapist in adult mental health. Everyone who knows Cindy is aware of her devotion to the library and to the Lake House.  Seabrook Island is very fortunate to have such a wonderful and dedicated volunteer like Cindy.  Being selected as Grand Marshall is but a small token for all the work she has done.

 The Seabrook Island Turtle Patrol eighty-five strong or “Turtlers” as they are known have been very active in identifying, protecting and marking Loggerhead Turtle nests on the island. Early every morning they set out on their trek of the beaches to detect new Loggerhead Turtle nests.  Once a nest has been located they set about the important task of protecting the eggs from predators, those being raccoons, fox and Ghost Crabs.  If all goes well and the eggs hatch, the Loggerheads make their way back to the ocean and hopefully return again to our beaches to begin the cycle all over again.

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Seabrook Equestrian Center offers rides programs for everyone

Jul 28

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Seabrook Equestrian Center offers rides programs for everyone. 

  • Pony rides are available from 9:00AM-3:00PM to children up to eight years old.  Ponies are guided by accompanying adult.
  • Beginner Trail Rides are by appointment.  These walking rides are approximately one hour in length and travel through the woods, by lakes and marshes.  No prior experience is required.  Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time is required for preparations,
  • Advance Trail rides require prior experience and the ability to control a horse; trotting and cantering are allowed in select areas.
  • Beach rides are a favorite.  Experience in controlling a horse in open areas is required.  Special beach rides for beginners can be arranged by appointment and for an evening/sunset ride.  An additional fee will be charged for beginner rides as base lessons will be given as part of the package.

Please call Gwen Couch at 768-7541 for all appointments and to schedule ride times.  The Seabrook Stables are open Monday-Saturday from 8:00AM- 4:00PM.  The Equestrian Center is closed Sundays.  Seabrook Island Real Estate.

It has been feast or famine on Seabrook Island recently with rain.  For the past few weeks it has been famine, however on the 26th and especially on the 27th Seabrook has received over 4.76 inches of much needed rain.  The mosquitoes which have been relatively dormant have arrived.

 The band Coconut Groove will be performing on the Green at Freshfields this Friday the 29th from 6:00PM-9:00PM.  Remember to bring chairs or a blanket.  Admission is free.

Seabrook Island News

Jul 21

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This Friday, the 22nd, the band Shrimp City Slim will be performing at Freshfields Village Green from 6 to 9 PM.  Bring a blanket or chair admission is free.  Refreshments can be purchased at any number of stores in the Village. 

2220 Rolling Dune Rd, Seabrook Island, SC  – For sale,  $2,900,000

Seabrook Island Beach Front Property for Sale

Seabrook Island Beach Front Property for Sale

Breathtaking oceanfront home site on Seabrook Island For Sale. One of only few remaining undeveloped oceanfront home sites. This 3/4 acre parcel is walking distance to the property owners pool and offers panoramic views of the Seabrook and Kiawah beach line. Boardwalk allows easy beach access. Membership to Seabrook Island Club is a requirement of purchase. Seller will consider trades for villas or homes on Seabrook or Kiawah. Buyer to pay 1/2 of 1% of purchase price to SIPOA at closing.

A great place to go for breakfast or lunch is the Golden Cup Café which is located at the corner of Maybank Highway and Bohicket Road in the small shopping center directly across the street from the Piggly Wiggly or as it is affectionately known, the Big Pig. Golden Cup Café serves breakfast and lunch daily with delicious full plates of local stone ground grits, breakfast sandwiches, homemade pastries, potatoes, blueberry pancakes that are loaded with blueberries and just about anything else you could want for breakfast.  Breakfast prices run about $5-$6 while lunches run around $8.  Some favorite lunch specials have been spinach salad with all the trimmings, chicken wraps and French Onion soup.  There is also a full lunch menu from which to choose.  An interesting fact is that new chef, Julia Barstow, was trained by Emeril Lagasse.  She plans to begin offering more specials using local John’s Island ingredients.  Golden Cup Café is open Mon-Fri 7:30 AM to 3:30PM, brunch on Sat/Sun from 9AM to 3:30PM.  They want you to know it’s a “kid friendly” place. 

A new addition to our beach entries are three new Loggerhead Sea Turtle learning stations.  As a means to celebrate their 30th anniversary on Seabrook Island, the Seabrook Island Natural History Group collaborated with the Seabrook Island Property Owners Assn. and the Turtle Patrol to place informational signage about turtles to educate the young and the young at heart about our seasonal visitors.  The Natural History Group is also exploring the idea to put education stations about local dolphin and fish and wild life in Palmetto Lake by the Lake House.

The POA reports that the relocation of Capn Sams Inlet (between Seabrook and Kiawah) is moving along albeit at a painfully slow pace.  The amount of time it takes to process the permits is largely determined by how quickly the State and federal Agencies move.

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