Isle of Palms will be a tourist destination for as long as the sun rises in the East and sets in the West. That’s good news for businesses, especially when supplemented with help from the IOP Chamber of Commerce. When the Chamber first launched in January 2022, local businesses wanted to strengthen the lines of communication between themselves and the city. In the past, if … [Read more...]

Not everyone is fortunate enough to know what career they want from an early age, but new Isle of Palms Recreation Director Karrie Ferrell has always had a passion for recreation. In high school she worked at a Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Campground and, as she puts it, “just kept going from there.” The Virginia native earned her degree in parks and recreation from Marshall … [Read more...]

Pickleball mania has been sweeping the nation these past few years and the islands east of the Cooper are caught up in the craze. One of the fastest growing sports in the country, this hybrid paddle game combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong into a fun, addicting competition. While pickleball has a professional player circuit with national tournaments and … [Read more...]

Mount Pleasant is the historical home of the original sweetgrass basket makers, women who dedicated their lives to creating a unique artform celebrated across the Lowcountry and beyond. The Town of Mount Pleasant’s 19th Annual Sweetgrass Festival on July 22 at Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park celebrates and preserves the history and heritage of the sweetgrass basket … [Read more...]

Nothing says summer like live music. From renowned singer-songwriters to rising stars in the music scene, eclectic bands and beloved musical greats, Credit One Stadium and The Windjammer have 2023's concert season covered. Here's a lineup of some of the standout Charleston area performances to be seen and heard: JULY Chris Stapleton When: July 13 at 7 p.m. Where: Credit … [Read more...]

On the morning of June 3, Isle of Palms hosted the 34th annual Piccolo Spoleto Sand Sculpting Contest. Front Beach was home to dozens of sandy creations sculpted by artists of all ages and skills. To see the list of winners from all of the categories, visit www.iop.net/recreation/special-events-holiday-activities/sand-sculpting-contest. … [Read more...]

Attention parrotheads, hold your salt shakers and limes because Margaritaville will have to wait. Jimmy Buffett & the Coral Reefer Band have canceled Saturday’s concert on Daniel Island amid the lead singer’s recent health problems that led to hospitalization. The cancellation was announced Thursday morning on social media by the host venue Credit One Stadium. A … [Read more...]

When I was introduced to some of the original members of the Carolina Coast Surf Club, believed to be the nation’s oldest active surf club, they had gathered at The Windjammer for a memorial service to celebrate the life of their friend and fellow surfer, Ramon Basha. The tribute featured anecdotes about Ramon’s championship caliber surfing prowess — “he really is the best … [Read more...]