Dear Island Residents & Business Owners:

It’s hard to believe fall is already here and the holiday season is right around the corner. After what felt like an endless summer, the cooler weather is certainly a welcome change. Fall also brings a host of non-profit fundraisers, charity races, and community holiday events, all great opportunities to get out, catch up with your neighbors, support local organizations, and enjoy the Island.

Upcoming Events

• October 17 – Taste of Sullivan’s Island
  Tickets are now on sale through the Island Club.
• October 17 – Ville to Ville Bike Relay | 1:00–6:00 p.m.
  The route will travel along the Causeway and Jasper Boulevard toward the Isle of Palms.
• October 17 – Open Days Garden Tour | 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
  The Charleston Horticultural Society will feature a walking tour of Sullivan’s Island gardens. Tickets are available through CHS.
• October 23 – SIES School Fun Run | 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
  Hosted by Sullivan’s Island Elementary School
• October 31 – SI Baptist Church Halloween Fair | 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
  Free and open to the public.
• November 7 – LOWVELO Charity Bike Ride | 8:00–11:30 a.m.
  Various routes along Island roads.
• November 8 – Art on the Beach | 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
  Self-guided home tour featuring artwork and culinary skills at approximately 8–10 Island homes.
• December 4 – Sullivan’s Island Station Lighting & Fireworks
• January 1, 2027 – Sullivan’s Island Polar Plunge
• January 23, 2027 – Charlie Post 5K | 8:00–11:00 a.m.
  Starting at the Fish Fry Shack.

 Coffee with a Council Member
Don’t forget about our monthly Coffee with a Council Member on October 23 from 8:00–9:00 a.m. at Town Hall. It’s a casual opportunity to grab some coffee, meet with one or more Council members, and talk about whatever is on your mind.

 A Few Fall Reminders
As we move into fall, please remember that the Atlantic hurricane season continues through November 30th. While the cooler weather is welcome, hurricane preparedness should remain a priority. Please keep emergency supplies available, monitor weather conditions, and make sure your household knows its evacuation plan.

There’s always something happening on Sullivan’s Island, so be sure to stay up to date by visiting the Town’s homepage and checking the Town’s event calendar for updates.

I hope everyone has a great fall, and I look forward to seeing many of you around the Island over the next few months.

 Warmest regards,

Joe Henderson
Town Administrator
jhenderson@sullivansisland.sc.gov
Tel 843.883.5731

 Other Information from Town Hall:

Winter Beach Hours for Dogs

Winter hours for dogs on the beach run from October 1 through April 30. During this time, dogs can be off leash from 5:00 a.m. until noon and must be on leash from noon until 5:00 a.m.

And don’t forget to pick up after your dog! Anyone responsible for a dog is required to collect and properly dispose of pet waste. Dog waste bags are available at parks and beach paths throughout the Island.

Town Council Meetings
Residents and community members are welcome to attend Town Council workshops and regular meetings to hear updates on Town issues, projects, and programs.

Workshops are held on the first Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m., and regular Council meetings are held on the third Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. 

Workshop
October 5 at 6pm
November 2 at 6pm
December 7 at 6pm

Council meeting
October 20 at 6pm
November 17 at 6pm
December 15 at 6 pm