Life on Kiawah
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The Countdown to Kiawah’s 2012 PGA Championship Begins
When Keegan Bradley earned his PGA card back in November at the Nationwide Tour Championship at another Charleston area golf course, he probably couldn’t imagine that eight months later, he would be competing in his first PGA Championship – let alone winning it. But that’s exactly what he accomplished on Sunday at the 2011 championship as he beat Jason Dufner in an exciting three-hole playoff.
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Sample Wines, Craft Beers, and Lowcountry Cuisine at Freshfields Village
On Sunday, September 4th wine connoisseurs, craft beer fans, and gastro enthusiasts will come together at Freshfields Village to delight their palettes at the Lowcountry Wine & Beer Festival.
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Let’s Go Crabbing—Have fun and catch dinner on Kiawah Island!
Crabbing is one of the best family activities on the islands. Follow these eight steps from Seacoast Sports and Outfitters, stay safe, and enjoy a delicious crab cake dinner!
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Kiawah Island Real Estate Welcomes Hundreds to Tour of Homes
Over the July 4th holiday weekend, Kiawah Island Real Estate welcomed hundreds of new and old friends to the annual Summer Tour of Homes. Ten homes were on the tour, a variety with ocean, marsh, and golf views, traditional and contemporary architecture, and one new, recently completed home. Approximately 250 individuals visited each home, while more than 300 concluded the day with a summer cocktail reception at KIRE’s Main Sales Office.
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Starlight Cinemas Continues at Freshfields with Free, Outdoor Movies for the Whole Family
Freshfields Village’s free, outdoor movie screenings continue in July with top family movies. Showtime is 8:30 p.m., so bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the show!
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Kiawah Golfers Prepare to Compare Their Games with the Best players in the World
When you approach the first tee during the PGA Challenge on The Ocean Course August 1-7, 2011, your excellent adventure begins. In your mind’s eye, you’ll time-travel a year into the future to August 9-12, 2012, when the best golfers in the world will stand where you’re standing to begin play in the PGA Championship. Hole after hole, you’ll experience the same conditions the greats of golf will encounter, including greens speeds, rough lengths, and rough lines with tees set at the PGA indicated length of a mind-numbing 7,606 yards.
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Tour Our Exclusive Summer Offerings
To kick-off the July 4th holiday weekend, Kiawah Island Real Estate is hosting its annual Summer Tour of Homes and Cocktail Reception. All property owners and guests are invited to attend and enjoy the afternoon touring a premier selection of properties.
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Calling All Connoisseurs! The Sanctuary to Host ‘Gourmet & Grapes’ Weekend
At the end of this month, the Sanctuary will open its doors and welcome celebrity chefs, food and wine connoisseurs, and more to the Island as the five-star hotel hosts its 3rd Annual Gourmet & Grapes weekend. Beginning on Friday, April 29 with a Pro Am Tournament on the Turtle Point golf course, the weekend will consist of a variety of unforgettable – not to mention tasty – events!
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11th Annual Kiawah Island Art and House Tour Slated for April 8
The 11th annual Kiawah Island Art and House Tour, sponsored by the member auxiliary group, Gibbes, etc., will take place on Friday, April 8, 2011, from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. This year, five stunning Kiawah Island homes will be opened for public viewing. Proceeds from the 2011 tour, along with dollars raised from the past 10 tours, are expected to reach the $1 million mark this year. An extensive online art auction has been created to help the volunteer group meet the cumulative $1 million goal.
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Start Packing – It’s Spring in Charleston
Beginning in early March, the Lowcountry will start to stir from its winter rest as the temperatures grow warmer, the days last a bit longer, and the azaleas and camellias begin to bloom. Though the peak blooming season may not occur until mid-April, there are so many reasons to visit Charleston and Kiawah in the springtime. Whether you are a food or art connoisseur, an active runner or have a green thumb, there are a number of special events and festivals for everyone to enjoy. So grab your suitcase, and start planning and packing for your next trip to Kiawah now. We’d love to see you soon at some of these fantastic events!
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