The Holiday Season on Dataw Island

By Dataw Island on December 8, 2009 2:44 PM | No Comments

Living in the Lowcountry of South Carolina brings with it a very different perspective on the holiday season. We don't ever expect a White Christmas, we string twinkling lights on our palmetto trees and we celebrate with family not by dashing through the snow, but instead by strolling on the beach. Honestly, I couldn't ask for anything better during this time of year.

Dataw Island is buzzing with holiday cheer. The community is sprinkled with festive greenery, red ribbons, gilded bows and lots and lots of cheery residents. During this joyous time, Dataw residents give thanks for the community of generous and caring people they live amongst.

As a holiday tradition, Dataw Island residents are gearing up for the annual Santa Claus Open Day on December 13th, 2009. The day begins with Santa's collection of unwrapped toys donated by island residents followed by Santa Claus Open Golf Tournament with a shotgun at noon. At 1 p.m., dependents of military personnel deployed over seas are invited to Dataw Island to have lunch with Santa in our Carolina Ballroom and will be presented with the toys collected earlier. Finally, the day ends with the Santa Claus Open Dinner beginning with cocktails, dinner and a sing-a-long led by our very own Director of Golf, Dave Britton. This very special event is not only a great way to spend time with your friends on the island, but also a chance to give back to our courageous military who fight for our country.

On behalf of the staff, Boards of Directors and residents of Dataw Island, we wish everyone the very happiest of holidays and all the best for the new year!

-Silvia, Director of Membership & Marketing