Rare bird found on Kiawah Island
DBY MEREDITH BLAIR For The Island Connection
id you know Kiawah Island is host to one of the rarest birds on the planet? This pictured bird is a Great Lakes Piping Plover. The bands on her legs allowed the Kiawah Island Shorebird Stewards to contact the researchers who reared her in Michigan after her mother died. Her sibling was recently sighted in Texas, but this chick chose to migrate to Kiawah!
Kiawah Island plays an important role in the recovery of the Piping Plovers that nest around the Great Lakes. Some of these plovers spend the winter on our beach or stop here while migrating south. Their population was listed as endangered under the U.S. Endangered Species Act in 1986, when their numbers were down to only 12 breeding pairs. A plan was put in place to protect their nests and habitat, and today, there are 85 breeding pairs. That’s a seven-fold increase but still a precariously small number.
While Kiawah Island Shorebird Stewards are best known for their work protecting Red Knots from human and canine disturbance during spring and fall, many people don’t realize that in the wintertime they continue to educate beach-goers and encourage them to walk around flocks of birds, which often include Piping Plovers, in order to allow the birds to feed and rest in preparation for their continued migration.
If you see a banded Piping Plover or other banded birds, you can report it online and find out the bird’s life history while also helping scientists track their movements. Visit scshorebirdproject.com/banded-birds.
Mary Whyte Day draws crowd to Seabrook’s new art gallery
BY ROD MORRIS | For The Island Connection
Seabrook Island’s arts community celebrated a major cultural milestone on Wednesday, December 3, as the Seabrook Island Real Estate Office officially unveiled its new Living Room Gallery with a standing-room-only event featuring nationally acclaimed watercolorist Mary Whyte. Months in the making, the evening combined a warm community gathering with a touch of ceremony: Mayor Bruce Kleinman presented Whyte with an official declaration proclaiming December 3 as Mary Whyte Day in the Town of Seabrook Island.
The celebration included a book signing and an inspiring presentation by Whyte, whose message about courage, creativity, and sharing one’s gifts resonated with the audience. Guests were captivated as her artworks were projected throughout the space, especially when she highlighted portraits featuring familiar faces from the Lowcountry.
Ben Schuyler, general manager of Seabrook Island Real Estate, called the evening “thrilling from start to finish,” noting that the estimated 120 attendees far surpassed expectations.
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Photo credit: Paula Feldman
Photo credit: Pamela Cohen
Artist Mary Whyte during her presentation.
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Mark your calendar for Kiawah Conservancy’s Day of Connection
BY JENNIFER WILSON | For The Island Connection
Join the Kiawah Conservancy for a Day of Connection on January 22, sure to bring a burst of energy and discovery to the Sea Islands—from a special morning announcement at Kiawah Island Town Hall in the morning to guided walks in native gardens, natural habitats, and living shorelines throughout the day.
The day concludes at Freshfields Village with sweet treats, live music, and giveaways. It’s a welcoming, family-friendly chance to connect with nature, neighbors, and the conservation efforts shaping the future of our Sea Islands.
For more information, visit kiawahconservancy.org/ programsandactivities.
Unveiling the Future: Special Announcement
10-11 a.m.
Kiawah Island Town Hall
Kick off the day with a major announcement from the Kiawah Conservancy that will shape the future of conservation on our Sea Islands. Free to attend. Registration required.
Explore the Resilient Garden
12-12:45 p.m.
2335 Oyster Catcher Ct., Seabrook Island
Tour a Back Dune Garden Design with the Kiawah Conservancy and learn practical tips for creating a healthy, resilient coastal garden. Free to attend. Registration required.
Hidden Habitats Trek
1–1:45 p.m.
4360 Betsy Kerrison Parkway, Johns Island
Discover maritime forest, saltmarsh, and hummock island habitats with the Kiawah Conservancy, and learn about preservation and restoration efforts along the Kiawah River Watershed. Free to attend. Registration required.
Stroll and Discover Native Plants
2–2:45 p.m.
Naturally Kiawah Demonstration Garden, Night Heron Park
Join the Kiawah Conservancy to explore native plants, sustainable landscaping ideas, and wildlife-friendly design features ideal for coastal environments. Free to attend. Registration required.
Living Shoreline in Action
3–3:45 p.m.
Mingo Point, 876 Kiawah Island Parkway
Get a close-up look at the Kiawah Conservancy’s living shoreline project and see how restoration techniques and community involvement strengthen marsh habitats. Free to attend. Registration required.
Community & Conservation Celebration
4–6 p.m.
Freshfields Village
Join the Kiawah Conservancy for coffee, cocoa, cookies, free swag, live music, and community fun as we celebrate conservation victories across our Sea Islands. Free to attend. Open to the public. No registration required.
Town of Kiawah Island
Arts Council Board
Monday, Jan. 5, 9 a.m.
Kiawah Island Town Hall
Ways and Means Committee
Tuesday, Jan. 6, 10 a.m.
Kiawah Island Town Hall
Town Council
Tuesday, Jan. 6, 1 p.m.
Kiawah Island Town Hall
Planning Commission
Wednesday, Jan. 7, 1 p.m.
Kiawah Island Town Hall
Infrastructure and Public Works Committee
Thursday, Jan. 8, 10 a.m.
Kiawah Island Town Hall
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JohnS iSland c ouncil
Meetings are held at the Berkeley Electric Co-op located at 3351 Maybank Highway, Johns Island, S.C. 29455 Chairman Chris Cannon: 843-343-5113
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Kiawah committee and board vacancies for 2026
The Town of Kiawah Island seeks engaged community members to serve on several committees in 2026. These committees help shape our community’s future in areas ranging from environmental protection to public safety. Here are the current openings:
Arts and Cultural Events Council
The Arts and Cultural Events Council works to enhance community appreciation of and involvement in the performing arts by providing a diversity of planned programs. Terms expire each year, and members are appointed or reappointed on an annual basis. Membership must include at least five, but not more than 11 members. The town council may also appoint up to three advisory members (non-voting) to assist and support the committee.
Number of Vacancies: 9
Audit Committee
The Audit Committee assists the mayor and the Town Council in fulfilling its responsibility to provide oversight of management regarding the Town’s systems of internal controls and risk management; the integrity of the Town’s financial statements; the Town’s compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and ethical standards; and the engagement, independence, and performance of the Town’s independent auditors. A charter change will now make terms two years. There can be up to seven members; these should be individuals with a proven expertise in finance, accounting, and the review of financial statements. At least one member should have a sophisticated understanding of auditing, financial controls, financial reporting, and accounting.
Number of Vacancies: 4
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Town of Kiawah Island Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) consists of seven members. The Board hears and decides appeals for a variance from the requirements of the zoning ordinance when strict application of the ordinance would result in unnecessary hardship. The Board also makes decisions regarding the permitting of uses by special exception subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Town’s Zoning Ordinance. This Board also hears and decides appeals where it is alleged there is an error in order, requirement, decision, or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of the Town’s Zoning Ordinance. Members serve a three-year term.
Number of Vacancies: 2
Construction Board of Appeals
The Construction Board of Appeals (CBA) is empowered to hear appeals regarding decisions and interpretations made by the Town’s Building Official.
Members serve a three-year term.
Number of Vacancies: 6
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
CERT is a group of trained volunteers who can assist the community by responding to severe storms, flooding, hurricanes, or other disasters. CERT support includes fire safety; light search and rescue; team organization; and disaster medical operations. Any Kiawah Island property owner or long-term renter can apply to become a part of CERT.
Number of Vacancies: There is no limit in the number of vacancies.
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board (DRB) consists of five members, at least three of whom must be property owners or resident members. At least three members shall be registered design professionals or have relevant professional credentials and expertise in the areas of architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, construction or similar field. The newly established DRB reviews development projects in efforts to protect and improve the visual and aesthetic character of development within the Town of Kiawah Island, pursuant to established Town Design Review Standards and Guidelines relating to mass, scale, building heights, fenestration, site orientation, design and overall exterior appearance of development projects. Members serve a three year term, however initial terms are staggered (one year, two year and three year).
Number of Vacancies: 5
Environmental Committee
The Environmental Committee serves as an advocate for the protection of island wildlife and their habitat; provides/supports educational programs to increase public awareness of the natural environment and wildlife; and makes recommendations on improving environmental services
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and applications for funding of natural resources and environmental initiatives. Terms expire each year, and members are appointed or reappointed on an annual basis. Membership should include not less than six nor more than 12 members with interests in environmental issues.
Number of Vacancies: 6
Infrastructure and Public Works Committee
The Infrastructure and Public Works Committee is an advisory body to the Mayor and Town Council of Kiawah Island, focusing on critical infrastructure and public services. The committee evaluates and recommends improvements for essential community systems, including infrastructure maintenance, solid waste management, facility operations, and private utility services. Through strategic oversight and planning, the committee works to enhance the quality and efficiency of services across Kiawah Island, ensuring the community’s infrastructure needs are met effectively and sustainably.
Number of Vacancies: 5
Landscape and Tree Preservation Board
The Landscape and Tree Preservation Board (LTPB) consists of five members including residents, property owners as well as design professionals. Design professionals may include architects, landscape architects, tree care professionals, builders or contractors or related professionals
who have credentials in their respective fields. The LTPB reviews and renders decisions on proposed Landscape and Tree Preservation Plans, the removal of trees for development projects pursuant to the Town’s Tree Preservation and Landscaping Standards and renders decisions on applications of special circumstances regarding tree removal or strict interpretation of landscaping and tree preservation standards. The LTPB also may serve as an advisory board for the Town for matters pertaining to landscape standards. Members serve a three-year term.
Number of Vacancies: 1
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission reviews and recommends policies related to land use, development, and community planning to the Town Council. Appointments are for four-year terms. Members should be Kiawah Island property owners. To learn more about these requirements, read Sec. 12-23 off the Town’s ordinance here.
Number of Vacancies: 1
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee coordinates public safety and security activities with all other island security services; serves as a liaison with local public safety agencies; and makes recommendations on improving public safety on the island to the mayor and Town Council. Terms expire each year, and members are appointed or reappointed on an annual basis. There should not be less than four nor more than seven members with public safety interests.
Number of Vacancies: 2
Resiliency Committee
The Kiawah Island Resiliency Committee shall assist the Mayor and Town Council with proactively managing and advising on resiliency and sustainability issues. The Committee shall be composed of a member of the Town Council and at least six, but no more than 12 additional voting members. The Town Council member shall be the chair of the committee. Committee members shall be approved by the mayor and the Town Council. Member terms shall be for one year and shall expire annually on Jan. 31. The Town Council may reappoint Committee members for successive terms.
Number of Vacancies: 9
State Accommodations Tax Committee
The State Accommodations Tax Committee provides recommendations on the expenditure of revenue generated from the accommodations tax. Terms expire each year, and members are appointed or reappointed annually. There are seven members with a majority being selected from the hospitality industry of the municipality receiving the revenue. Four members shall be selected from the hospitality industry, of which at least two must be from the lodging industry and one representing the cultural organizations.
Number of Vacancies: 7
Interested applicants must complete the online application form and return to Town Clerk Petra Reynolds by email at preynolds@kiawahisland. gov or in person at Town Hall by Jan. 9, 2026. If selected, terms will begin Feb. 3, 2026.
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CCPL awarded three grants for nutrition, literacy and emergency food assistance
Charleston County Public Library has been awarded three significant grants totaling more than $125,000 to strengthen adult literacy, expand access to healthy food, and provide emergency food assistance to residents. The grants—awarded by the South Carolina State Library through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), and the Coastal Community Foundation’s Care Fund—will support three separate initiatives that address critical needs in the community.
“These grants represent an extraordinary moment of investment in the wellbeing of Charleston County residents,” said Angela Craig, CCPL executive director. “From literacy to health to basic food access, libraries are uniquely positioned to meet people where they are. These awards empower us to expand essential services that remove barriers and help families thrive.”
The largest of these three grants came from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), which awarded CCPL $100,000 to expand its Free and Fresh food distribution and culinary literacy program. The funds will be used to add a fourth produce distribution site at Keith Summey North Charleston Library in 2026, increase access to healthy foods, and integrate cooking and nutrition education. The grant also supports partnerships with Trident Literacy Association and the Lowcountry Food Bank. Since 2021, Free and Fresh has distributed more than 182,000 pounds of produce to residents, with more than 25,000 annual user interactions recorded in 2024.
CCPL also received an emergency grant of $10,000 from the Coastal Community Foundation’s Care Fund to meet immediate community needs that arose during the 2025 federal government shutdown and SNAP benefit suspension, These funds will support fresh produce purchases for Free & Fresh fridges at the St. Paul’s Hollywood, Otranto Road, and John L. Dart libraries.
Finally, the library received a $15,213 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant from the South Carolina State Library, which will fund CCPL’s Building Pathways Adult Literacy Initiative, offering free basic reading courses, English-as-a-Second-Language classes focused on workplace terminology, and GED preparation at the Keith Summey North Charleston, John L. Dart, and Dorchester Road libraries. Programs will be delivered by Trident Literacy Association and Charleston County School District Office of Adult Education.
Although awarded separately, these three grants collectively strengthen CCPL’s commitment to addressing core community needs of education, food access, and public health.
“Libraries are more than buildings with books,” said Craig. “They are anchors for community well-being. These investments allow us to meet growing needs with creativity and compassion.”
For more information on CCPL’s food and literacy initiatives, as well as other library services and resources, visit ccpl.org or contact your local library location.
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“Residents from Seabrook came out in full force,” he said, “but we also had guests from Johns Island, Kiawah, and Wadmalaw. The excitement in the room made the gallery come alive in exactly the way we hoped it would.”
Schuyler said the overwhelmingly positive feedback affirmed the purpose of the new gallery. “The Living Room Gallery was created to be a warm, welcoming place where people can gather and celebrate the creative spirit of our community,” he said. “Hosting Mary Whyte brought that vision to life.”
The event also showcased the strong partnership between SIRE and the Seabrook Island Artist Guild, whose president, Michael Younginer, played a key role in shaping the evening. Schuyler credited the Guild for its leadership in establishing the gallery and bringing Whyte to Seabrook. “We can’t say enough about their dedication,” he said. “We’re simply grateful to provide the space where this kind of magic can happen.”
With a successful debut behind them and lessons learned about accommodating an enthusiastic crowd, SIRE leaders say the Living Room Gallery is poised to become a cultural hub for the island. If opening night was any indication, it’s off to an inspired start.
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AROUND THE ISLANDS
ONGOING
WHAT: 36th Annual Holiday Festival of Lights
WHERE: James Island County Park
WHEN: Through Dec. 31
MORE INFO: The 36th annual Holiday Festival of Lights returns to James Island County Park beginning Nov. 14, bringing one of the Lowcountry’s most beloved holiday traditions back for the season. The festival will be open nightly from 5:30 to 10 p.m. through Dec. 31. The festival features more than 750 light displays along a threemile driving route, plus attractions including the Festival Express train, a 50-ton sand sculpture, an old-fashioned carousel, a climbing wall, and marshmallow roasts. Visitors can also shop for gifts, enjoy snacks, and see live entertainment on select evenings.
WHAT: Aquarium Aglow
WHERE: South Carolina Aquarium, 100 Aquarium Wharf, Charleston
WHEN: Select evenings in December
MORE INFO: This December, the South Carolina Aquarium opens on select nights after dark for transformed by captivating colors and inspiring illuminations. The Aquarium Aglow holiday series features new immersive installations, photo ops, sweet treats and “Scuba Claus.”
WHAT: Southern Sips
WHERE: Dunlin Resort, 1030 Sound Drive, Johns Island
WHEN: Every Tuesday and Friday from 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 pm
MORE INFO: Step into the world of mixology with this Southern Sips Class, where you’ll master the art of crafting two unique cocktails using ingredients sourced directly from the resort’s farm.
WHAT: A Christmas Carol
WHERE: Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church St., Charleston WHEN: Various dates through Dec. 21
MORE INFO: Return to Victorian era London once more and join Ebenezer Scrooge on a magical journey
Our community calendar keeps you updated on local events. From festivals to workshops to family-friendly gatherings. Stay connected and never miss out on the excitement.
MORE INFO: Where Southern hospitality meets British sensibility, The Dunlin, Auberge Collection debuts a new Festive Afternoon Tea Service designed and curated by Alice Naylor-Leland of Mrs. Alice. Featuring a delightful sweet and savory menu by Executive Pastry Chef Elizabeth Grant, it balances the regional flavors of the Lowcountry with the storied English traditions of the Afternoon Tea ritual.
WHAT: South Carolina Ballet: The Nutcracker WHERE: Sottile Theatre, 44 George St., Charleston WHEN: Dec. 19 - Dec. 21 at Various Times
MORE INFO: Charleston’s holiday gem, The Nutcracker, returns with a dash of Lowcountry charm. Join the Sugarplum Fairy and young orphan Clara as she embarks on a whimsical journey brimming with dreams of brave soldiers, glittering snowflakes and a bustling town marketplace buzzing with quirky shopkeepers and treasures galore. This tale will warm your heart, reminding you that the love of family is the greatest gift of all. Tickets available at palmettocityballet.org.
FRIDAY, DEC. 19
WHAT: Letters to Santa WHERE: Freshfields Village WHEN: All Day
MORE INFO: Families can continue a beloved holiday tradition by dropping letters to Santa in the special red mailbox located near the Christmas trees on The Village Green. Santa’s elves will collect every letter and deliver it directly to the North Pole. Be sure to include a return address—Santa loves writing back!
SATURDAY, DEC. 20
WHAT: Middleton Made Knives Holiday Vendor Market WHERE: Halls Signature Events, 5 Faber St., Charleston WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
MORE INFO: Quintin Middleton of Middleton Made
dedicated staff and champagne and caviar. This event is for people 21 years old and up.
FRIDAY, DEC. 26
WHAT: The Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet WHERE: North Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston WHEN: 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
MORE INFO: A spectacular holiday experience featuring an international cast, whimsical puppetry and opulent costumes and sets, hand-crafted by the finest artisans of Europe. Go back to a simpler time and make memories your family will cherish forever. Tchaikovskys timeless score sets the stage for a Christmas your family will never forget.
WHAT: Sip & Celebrate: Pre–New Year’s Cellar StockUp Wine Tasting
WHERE: Frederic Payet Gallery, 13 Broad St., Charleston WHEN: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
MORE INFO: The Frederic Payet Gallery and Fermented Vines will host this intimate holiday wine tasting experience. Hosted by Sommelier Latasha Williams, founder of Fermented Vines, the event invites guests to immerse themselves in a curated exploration of distinguished Old World wines from France and Italy. Each wine will be paired with artisan French and Italian cheeses, assorted meats, and classic pâtés to elevate the tasting experience.
SATURDAY, DEC. 27
WHAT: Outdoor Barre Workout at Andell Inn WHERE: Andell Inn, 300 Farm Lake View Rd., Kiawah Island WHEN: 11:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Join a fun outdoor barre workout for
SUNDAY COFFEE & CLASS WITH THE RECTOR- 8:45am SUNDAY WORSHIP- 10:00am
Coffee & Fellowship following Worship Service Womens Bible Study Fellowship - Mondays at 10:00am Healing Prayer Service - Tuesdays at 1:15pm Men’s Bible Study - Thursdays at 7:30am
The right whale calving season begins in mid-November and runs through mid-April. Researchers have identified one calf so far this calving season.
Every single female North Atlantic right whale and calf are vital to this endangered species’ recovery. Since 2017, the whales have been experiencing an Unusual Mortality Event, which has resulted in more than 20% of the population being sick, injured, or killed. The primary causes of the Unusual Mortality Event are entanglements in fishing gear and collisions with boats and ships. In the last decade, there have been more North Atlantic right whale deaths than births.
Reproductive females are producing fewer calves each year, which impacts the ability of the species to recover. Female right whales become sexually mature at about age 10. They give birth to a single calf after a pregnancy lasting over a year. Three to four years is considered a normal or healthy interval between right whale births. But now, on average, they are having calves every 7 to 10 years. Biologists believe the additional stress from entanglements, vessel strike injuries, and changes in prey availability due to climate change all likely contribute to right whales calving less often.
Calving season is an especially vulnerable period for these whales. Despite their enormous size, North Atlantic right whales can be very difficult to spot from a boat due to their dark color and lack of a dorsal fin. This is especially true in poor weather and sea state or low light conditions. Mother-calf pairs are at heightened risk for vessel strikes because they spend nearly all their time at or close to the water surface, but are difficult to see. Most boaters who reported striking a right whale didn’t see the whale prior to colliding with it.
With the current number of females and the necessary resting time between births, 20 newborns in a calving season would be considered a relatively productive year. However, given the estimated rate of human-caused mortality and serious injury, we need approximately 50 or more calves per year for many years to stop the decline and allow for recovery. The only solution is to significantly reduce human-caused mortality and injuries, as well as stressors on reproduction.
How You Can Help: Go Slow and Stay Alert for Right Whales.
Right whales have been injured or killed by all types and sizes of vessels—from recreational boats to large ocean-going ships. Additionally, disturbance from watercraft or aircraft could affect behaviors critical to the health and survival of the species. It is extremely important for all mariners and boaters to slow down, stay alert, and give these whales plenty of room.
Go Slow—Whales Below.
Slower speeds are known to reduce the severity of impacts when collisions with whales occur and may provide boat and vessel operators an opportunity to avoid a collision. For most vessels 65 feet or longer, mandatory 10-knot seasonal management areas went into effect on November 1 between Rhode Island and Florida. NOAA Fisheries strongly urges mariners operating vessels less than 65 feet in length to transit at or under 10 knots within active seasonal management areas, in light of the danger posed to right whales by smaller vessels.
Before your trip, check the NOAA Right Whale Sightings Advisory System or the Whale Alert app for active right whale safety zones, including seasonal and dynamic management areas, right whale slow zones, and recent whale sightings near your location.
To learn more, visit fisheries.noaa.gov/species/north-atlantic-right-whale.
In November, Zach Snipes, Horticultural Agent with the Clemson Cooperative Extension, gave a presentation on “Growing Citrus in the Lowcountry.”
The first meeting in 2026 of the Seabrook Island Garden Club will be held on Friday January 9, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. at the Oyster Catcher Community Center. The movie My Garden of 1,000 Bees will be shown. Come and learn everything you wanted to know about bees, how important they are to our environment and more. Non-members are welcome with a $5 contribution.
The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents the 2025 MOJA Arts Festival’s Juried Art Exhibition, on view through February 1, 2026 at City Gallery.
The MOJA Arts Festival is an 11-day multi-disciplinary celebration of African American and Caribbean culture produced by the City of Charleston’s Office of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the MOJA Planning Committee. This year’s festival ran from September 25 to October 5, 2025.
MOJA art on display at the City Gallery.
