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COMMUNITY
TRADITIONS
A Winter Wonderland
An Island Holiday
We asked members to submit their island traditions to share with Digest readers. We are
thrilled to share a story that we can all relate to after last winter’s surprise.
Image and Story
Contributed by Denise Petersen
“None of us could have
imagined how a palm leaf
would crack and break in
half upon a simple touch.”
My story is simple but quite memorable!
I spent my first Christmas on Kiawah with my
family and continued to celebrate with a New
Year’s Eve party at my new home. I had family
and friends come in for the celebration, as well
as welcoming my new friends on the island.
All was going merrily along and we were due
to head back when we got word flights were
being canceled as the South was getting hit
with the worst ice storm!
None of us could have imagined how a palm
leaf would crack and break in half upon a
simple touch. It was a winter wonderland of
a new magnitude. We had never seen sand
covered in snow nor chaise lounges with a
white blanket of snow on them instead of
colorful towels.
We all have fond memories of laughing and
getting to know each other a little better.
What a way to welcome in the new year! We
can’t wait to see what this year brings!
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Make Merry at Events Around the Island This Holiday Season
Sandcastle Tree Lighting
Thursday, Dec. 6 at 5 p.m.
Get in the holiday spirit with KICA and POPs
and bring the family to watch the lighting of The
Sandcastle’s Christmas tree. Celebrations with
savory and sweet treats begin in the ballroom at 5
p.m.
Members are encouraged meet out in front of the
Sandcastle at approximately 6:30 p.m. to sing a
holiday carol and light the Christmas tree. The
Kiawah Women’s Foundation will be accepting
monetary donations for Sea Island students in need
at the party.
Cookie Decorating at The Sanctuary
Every Saturday through Dec. 15 at 11 a.m.
This kid-themed Kiawah Island holiday event is fun
for children of all ages! Sponsored by the Town of
Kiawah Island, it is free to participate.
Dining at the Kiawah Island Golf Resort
Monday, Dec. 24
Jasmine Porch | 5:30-9 p.m.
The Ocean Room | 5-9 p.m.
On Christmas Eve, both The Ocean Room and
Jasmine Porch will serve menus enhanced by
seasonal specials.
The Atlantic Room
A la carte | 5-8 p.m.
On Christmas Eve, come out for a memorable
evening and enjoy Chef Nick Torno’s winter
inspired menu.
Tomasso
Feast of the Seven Fishes | 5-8 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 25
Jasmine Porch
Breakfast from 6:30-10:15 a.m.
Grand Buffet from 12-8 p.m.
Cherrywood BBQ & Ale House
Lunch and Dinner | 11:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. | a la carte
Celebrate the holiday with the best Southern BBQ
the island has to offer.
The Ocean Room
Dinner | 5-9 p.m.
The Ocean Room will be featuring their seasonal
steakhouse menu in addition to holiday favorites.