The Daniel Island community has something for everyone, which is what makes it so appealing. Just take a look at this partial listing of June events from cocktail cruises, movies at the pool, professional soccer, golf and tennis tournaments, plus our 4th of July Island Event....and more.
Hope to see you at some of these wonderful Daniel Island Summer events!
Daniel Island Lowcountry Explorers 2007 Tour Series Hobcaw Barony Wednesday, July 18 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Make your reservation now for this spectacular opportunity to tour Hobcaw Barony, near Georgetown, which is composed of eleven plantations purchased by South Carolina native and Wall Street financier, Bernard Baruch in 1905 and used as a hunting retreat. He was visited there by guests such as Winston Churchhill, Franklin D. Roosevekt and H.G. Wells. You can also visit www.hobcawbarony.org for more interesting facts regarding Hobcaw Barony.The three hour van tour of the property includes a visit to the Hobcaw House and other notable buildings. Lunch will be at the scrumptious Crab Pot in McClellanville. A completed tour registration form and payment (check made payable to the applicable site) is your ticket to one of these exciting day trips. Tour registrations forms and event flyer are accessible at the Daniel Island POA office and at www.dicommunity.org documents section (Low Country Tours). Cost - $20.00 for Hobcaw Tour - Lunch - Dutch Treat Deadline to reserve and pay for your space on the tour is July 3.
Sunset Cocktail Cruises
Remaining Cruise Dates are: June 21, (FULL), July 12 (Spaces available) and July 26 (FULL) (Payment has to be received 10 days prior to cruise date).
6:30 - 8:30 pm. Departs and returns to Children's Park Pier on the Wando River. Please arrive at the dock 15 minutes prior to departure time.
A few tickets are still available for the July 12 Sunset Cruise but are going fast so make your reservation now to board the Sandlapper Tours Boat for a scenic "Sunset Cruise." $28.00 per person. Make checks payable to DICA. Checks can be mailed or dropped off to the POA office at 130 River Landing Drive Suite 1-C, Daniel Island, SC 29492. Please indicate which cruise it is for. No refunds will be given. Covers the cruise on covered 50 foot pontoon boat, light dinner and wine and beer. This is an all adult event. Reservations are on a first come first serve basis, and the cruise is limited to 49 people. The cruise will take place if it's drizzling, but will be rescheduled in the case of high winds or heavy rain. The July 12 cruise will begin with the exploration of Ralston Creek, where guests will learn more about the pristine salt marsh ecosystem and the birds unique to the creek as well as take a peak at the Daniel Island homes along Ralston Creek. The tour will then head out to the Wando River for a glimpse of the Port terminal and the Arthur Ravenel Bridge. After searching for Bottle Nose Dolphins who often play in the harbor, participants will head back to Daniel Island while enjoying a beautiful sunset view. This is not a narrated tour but a naturalist will be on board to answer any questions. The June 21 and July 26 cruises will venture out into the Charleston Harbor and see if you can catch a glimpse of a dolphin, then coast along the Charleston Battery for some breathtaking sites. Then you will travel up to Shem Creek and see some wonderful views of Fort Sumter before heading back to Daniel Island. Come enjoy all the great sites to see. There will be a history guide on this cruise. Be sure to check out the event flyer on the Documents Section of the community website at www.dicommunity.org under Sunset Cocktail Cruises.
Dive-In Movie Night
FEATURED MOVIE: Cars
CATERER: Five Guys Famous Burgers and Fries Saturday, June 23 7:00 pm (Light Supper) Movie begins 8:30 pm (approx. sunset) Pierce Park Pool
Join us poolside with your floats and lawn chairs for the widely popular Dive-In Movie Night Series at Pierce Park Pool! This family event will allow everyone to stay cool while watching a great movie relaxing on a float under the stars. You won't want to miss your favorite movies on our new enormous inflatable screen. In 'Cars,' a Walt Disney presentation of a Pixar film, hot-shot race car Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson) is leading a dream life -- or so he thinks -- when he goes astray on Route 66. Stumbling upon a sleepy town unconcerned with fame and fortune, he discovers that there are more important things than a fast-paced life. Come early beginning at 7:00 pm as food and beverage (light supper items), ice cream, popcorn and other movie treats will be available for purchase. Five Guys Famous Burgers and Fries is our featured caterer for the evening. Five Guys Famous Burgers and Fries is the only Zagat rated 'burger' restaurant in the US! They have no freezers and prepare everything fresh and made to order. Five Guys has their our own chophouse outside NY City where their meat is punched fresh and shipped to them three times a week. Their burgers are true 1/2 lb. burgers and their fries are fresh pulled potatoes cooked in peanut oil. They serve a 100% all beef kosher hot dog, homemade veggie sandwich, along with grilled cheese for kids. They look forward to opening in July in front of the Lowe's in the Mt. Pleasant Town Center. Prices for their food on Dive-In Movie Night will range from $3.50 (for hot dog/chips) to $4.50 (for burger/chips), add .50 for bottled water. Please BYOB as alcohol will not be provided. PLEASE REMEMBER NO GLASS BOTTLES/CONTAINERS ARE ALLOWED AT THE POOL. Lifeguards will be on duty. Pool capacity is limited, so make sure to bring your own lawn chair to allow for watching the movie from the pool deck. No rain date.
Daniel Island Night on The Spirit of Charleston (Sailing Schooner) Private Charter Spirit Line Cruises, Charleston's Premier Cruise Fleet Presents"Daniel Island Night on The Spirit of Charleston Private Charter"
Saturday, September 15, 2007 7:00 to 10:00pm (Attendees need to be at dock by 6:30 pm) (Boat departs promptly at 7:00pm) Cruise will depart and return to Children's Park Community Pier & Dock (end of River Landing Drive on Daniel Island)
They're coming to us and tickets are selling fast! Half of them have already been purchased. Don't miss your opportunity to hop on board on what will surely be a fun evening! First time ever offered exclusively to Daniel Island residents. The carefully refurbished and maintained Spirit of Charleston is custom designed for entertaining and on this night you and 199 of your fellow Daniel Island neighbors are invited to step aboard and enjoy this very special evening together. The Spirit of Charleston was built to provide her pampered guests with a magnificent view of Charleston Harbor and gracious Southern hospitality. Enjoy sumptuous heavy horsdeuvres prepared by their Executive Chef and his staff as you cruise by the city's beautiful and historic battery homes and bask under the stars of the Charleston Harbor. Menu to include cheese board with a selection of domestic cheeses, mustards and crackers, Meeting Street crab and artichoke dip with assorted crackers and crostini, rosemary infused roasted breast of turkey and wood oven roasted top round of beef on fresh breads with condiments carved by their chef and seasonal fresh fruit fondue station served with milk chocolate fondue. Beer and wine are included in price (several domestic and imported beer choices), wine (Chardonnay, Merlot and Zinfandel) and will be served on the upper and lower decks. Cocktails/hard liquor are cash bar (not covered in cost of ticket). Be entertained or dance the night away by the fantastic sounds of Bobby Alvarez &The Supernaturals on the upper deck. Cost is only $50.00 per person-don't wait-we promise these tickets will sell out fast! Your reservation or ticket on board will be cash or a check made payable to DITA(Daniel Island Town Association) and dropped off or mailed to the Daniel Island Property Owners Association, 130 River Landing Drive, Suite 1C, Charleston, SC29492. No credit or debit cards accepted for reservation payment. Please indicate in the memo section of your check"9/15 SpiritLine Cruise". Attendees must be Daniel Island residents and 21 years of age and older. 200 person capacity. First paid, first served! Once these 200 spots are taken and paid for the cruise will be sold out! Should your payment be received after the capacity has been met/sold out we will return your check to you. Look for more details in the June Town Crier, the Daniel Island News and at www.dicommunity.org. This will be a memorable party you'll want to be a part of!
Sixth Annual Daniel Island-Wide Golf Tournament Tuesday,
June 26 Daniel Island Beresford Creek and Ralston Creek Golf Courses
Don't miss out on this years 6th Annual Daniel Island Wide Golf Tournament at the Daniel Island Club's Ralston Creek and Beresford Creek courses. Event will benefit the Daniel Island School PTA. For more information and for entry form go to the forms section of the community website at www.dicommunity.org and download the form and send it in today!
Carolina Beach Tennis Open
Family Circle Tennis Center
Saturday, June 23
Play begins at 9:00 am - Free Admission
Entry Fee for participation Pro divisions will compete for cash prizes, plus a guaranteed spot in the 2007 National Beach Tennis Championship in Long Beach, NY in September. Players of all ages and skill levels wishing to compete can register online at www.beachtennisusa.net or at www.cptltennis.com. For more info, or to register, call (888) 202-1945.
Charleston Battery vs. Atlanta Silverbacks Professional Soccer
Friday, June 22 8:00 pm Blackbaud Stadium
The Charleston Battery is prepared for head to head competition with rival Atlanta Silverbacks. You won't want to miss this non-stop action. Call 971-GOAL or visit charlestonbattery.com for ticket informationD
Daniel Island Swim Camp and Swim Lessons
Swim Camp will be offered the following weeks: June 25 - June 29, and July 23 - July 27. This program includes lessons held Monday - Friday from 9:30 am - 12:00 pm at the pool at Pierce Park. Children must be at least 5 years old to enroll. This camp is for both beginning and experienced swimmers who need work on stroke technique. Each day campers will receive a snack and on the last day a pizza party and t-shirt! The cost is $75 for Daniel Island residents and $85 for non-residents.
Swim lessons will be offered throughout the summer for children of all ages and ability. Please contact Abby Kaniaris, Aquatics Director, at 843-971-4405 or by e-mail at Abigail.kaniaris@danielisland.com for more information.
Fourth of July Parade & Poolside Celebration Wednesday, July 4th Parade Begins at 9:00 am in Etiwan Park and Ends at Pierce Park Pool & Pavilion
Join Us For A Spectacular Daniel Island Fourth of July Parade & Poolside Celebration! Dress up your homes, sidewalks, bikes, strollers, wagons and yourselves in patriotic shades of red, white and blue for the annual Fourth of July Parade! Join in by walking the route or cheering from your porch or nearby park. Festivities begin in Etiwan Park at 9:00 am and will end at the Pierce Park pool & pavilion so be sure to bring your bathing suit for a refreshing swim and poolside activities.
New Parade Route This Year!
This one-mile parade begins in front of Bishop England High School on Seven Farms Drive and continues up to Daniel Island Drive. It turns right onto Daniel Island Drive and continues to Pierce Street. Turn left onto Pierce Street and end the parade at Pierce Park pool and pavilion.
9:00 - 10:00 am - Etiwan Park, Registration (Payment taken for BBQ Cookout & Poolside Celebration Activities to be held at Pierce Park Pool & Pavilion) $10.00/adult, $5.00/child. Kids 5 and under FREE. Cash or check payable to DICA.
9:00 am - Etiwan Park
Come see family entertainer Mark Lippard, a special musical performance by Loretta Haskell, an exhibition skydive by Burke Fitzpatrick of the Skydive Carolina Demonstration Team, and The River City Dixieland Jazz Band will perform before, during and after the parade.
11:00 am - Pierce Park Pool & Pavilion
It wouldn't be a 4th of July event without great food! Buckshot Catering will provide a good old-fashioned cookout beginning at 11:00 am and serving until 2:00 pm with hamburgers, hot dogs and "Star Spangled BBQ" to delight everyone's taste buds along with chips, dessert and drinks. DJ Lee Edwards will spin great tunes and Paul Molinaro and his staff, along with Abby Kaniaris, Daniel Island Aquatics Director and her lifeguard staff, will lead your and your family in super fun poolside activities.
There is no rain date for this event. For additional information, visit www.dicommunity.org and look at the documents section or call 971-9200 ext. 100 or ext. 101 for more information.
This event is for Daniel Island residents and their guests only.
4th Annual Lowcountry Buddy Walk
Sunday, September 30
Registration and festival begins at 2:00 pm Walk begins at 3:00 pm Festival continues until 5:00 pm Etiwan Park
The Buddy Walk is an event held across the country to celebrate people with Down's Syndrome. September 30th will mark our 4th year in the lowcountry. Please join us for food, drinks, jump castles, face painting, balloon sculptures, bands, dancing and local entertainment all included in your registration fee. Registration will be open online soon. Please visit www.DSALowcountry.org where you can learn more about Down's Syndrome and be directed to our online registration. For questions or information about group discount rates, please contact Dawn at 813-5808 or dawnd@hometelecom.com.
Community News:
Daniel Island 4th of July Event Volunteer Opportunities
A huge thanks to the numerous residents that have contacted us about volunteering for this year's annual 4th of July Parade and Poolside Celebration which will be held on Wednesday July 4 from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. We still need 4 to 5 more volunteers to help us out at Pierce Park at the admission booths and ticket area at the food station. Responsibilities will include taking up payment and handing out wristbands and meal tickets to our residents for our poolside cookout and related entertainment. If you would be interested in signing up for a 1 or 2 hour shift, contact Barbara McLaughlin at 971-9200 ext. 101 or by email at barbara.mclaughlin@danielisland.com for more information. To show appreciation to you for your efforts, we will provide you with a Free meal and beverage tickets for the event. Thank you in advance for your help!
Rotary Club of Daniel Island Charity Duck Race
Would you like a chance to win $15,000? If so, adopt a duck in the Rotary Club of Daniel Island Charity Duck Race. On July 14, 10,000 rubber ducks will be dropped from high atop the I-526 Wando River Bridge and a few of the fastest "lucky ducks" to cross the finish line will win big. Several island businesses as well as the POA office are official "Duck Adoption Centers." For more information, visit www.charlestonduckrace.com
East Shore Athletic Club Daniel Island Program
Yoga - All Levels
9:30 -10:45 am Tuesday and Thursday
7:00 - 8:15 pm Tuesday
Yoga tones the entire body, enhances balance, improves flexibility and builds core strength by combining Hatha yoga poses with the breath, creating a Vinyasa flow that improves health and athletic performance while calming and relaxing the mind. Classes include modifications and options. This class is open to all fitness levels.
There is a Yoga Class Pass for NON-MEMBERS!
$12 for one class
$50 for a 5-class pass
$90 for a 10-class pass
NO EXPIRATION DATE!
Family Circle Tennis Center News
The following classes, programs and general happenings are scheduled at the Family Circle Tennis Center, a public facility owned by the City of Charleston, located at 161 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC 29492. For more information about these items, please visit www.familycirclecup.com, or contact the Family Circle Tennis Center at (843) 849-5300.
Junior Tennis Programs
Matilda Blue Adaptive Tennis Program
Session I (6 weeks):
Ends June 30, but join anytime (prorated cost)
90 minute classes* (Wed. 6:30 - 8:00 pm) or Sat. (11:30 am - 1:00 pm)*choose 1 class time. Cost: $72.00 (no charge for parents or siblings). Contact Chris Cubbage for more info at (843) 849-5304 or Chris.Cubbage@familycirclecup.com
Adult Tennis Programs
The Family Circle Tennis Center offers a comprehensive tennis program for adults at all skill levels. These tennis classes are part of a ladder of development progression that gives each player the direction and skills to move forward to the next level of play.
Stroke of the Week Clinics
Ongoing Weekly Clinics
Tues., Thurs. & Sat. (9:00 - 10:00 am)
Covers one stroke per week including (Forehand, Backhand, Serve, Volleys and Overheads). Weekly Fees: 1 class $15, 2 classes $20, 3 classes $30. For more info, call Chris Cubbage at 849-5304.
Tennis 101
Every Thursday (6:30 pm)
1 hour clinic designed for adult beginners / advanced beginners. Cost: Members: $60 Non-Members $75 - (6 sessions. For more information call 849-5300.
Adult Drill
Every Tuesday (6:30 - 8:00 pm) & Saturday (10:00 - 11:00 am)
1½ hour clinic designed to give the 3.5 and up players a challenging workout that includes singles and doubles strategy. For more information call 849-5300. Cost: Members: $20 / class - Non-Members: $24 / class
Comments(0)