Spend this Mother’s Day with your family at the Beach Club enjoying the Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet. Sunday, May 11 11 AM-2 PM. Please call 843-546-2410 to reserve your spot. Reservations are required. Please sign up early.
When it comes to finding things to do around coastal South Carolina be sure visiting Brookgreen Gardens is at the top of your list. You don’t have to be a flower lover to appreciate all the events they have going on because it’s not just a garden. They offer a large assortment of cultural programs, sculpture workshops and various exhibitions, and even have a Lowcountry Zoo. There are plenty of things to do at Brookgreen Gardens and following are just a few of them.
The Whispering Wings Butterfly Experience is a seasonal exhibit you have to see to believe. Hundreds of butterflies fly amidst lush gardens overflowing with tropical plants. There are Monarch, Zebra Longwing, Julia, Queen, Swallowtail, Buckeye, American Lady and Painted Lady butterflies that live here. The Whispering Wings butterfly house has a pupae emergence room where you can observe the breathtaking transformation a butterfly goes through from chrysalis to adult butterfly. Tickets are $3 for adults and $2 for children for a 30-minute timed visit in addition to regular garden admission.
You won’t want to miss An Evening Under the Palmettos on Saturday, May 3, 2014. This black tie event takes place in the stately Palmetto Garden. Featuring cocktails, Lowcountry tapas, entertainment, and a limited silent auction. Tickets are limited ($175 per person) and can be purchased by contacting The Friends of Brookgreen office, 843-235-6018. Proceeds from “An Evening Under the Palmettos” will go to help create the Waterfowl: Wings of Migration exhibit at Brookgreen Gardens’ Lowcountry Zoo.
On Sunday, May 25 the 2nd Annual Brookgreen Gardens 5k/One Mile Race will begin at 6:30 p.m. and wind through the gardens at dusk. The race is limited to 400 runners so register now! Registration for the 5K is $25 through April 30; $30 from May 1-23 and $35 the day of the race. Registration for the 1-Mile Race is $15 in advance and $20 on the day of. Registration Closing Date is Friday, May 23. Package pickup will be at the race start line area from 5 p.m.- 6:25 p.m. on Sunday, May 25. Entrance into the gardens will begin at 5:00 p.m.
Beginning Friday, April 4th, The Gazebo will open on the weekends, weather permitting! Join us for drinks on Fridays from 5-10PM and Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM-10 PM. Pizzas will be available at the Gazebo all weekend from 5-9 PM.
Gazebo phone: 843-545-5950
Special Hours: Saturday April 5th 11AM-4 PM; Sunday 11 AM-4 PM; Saturday April 26- CLOSED
The DeBordieu Rental office has kayaks to rent!
We have a full line of kayaks for every need whether you want a single kayak to explore on your own or a tandem to use with a partner. What better way to enjoy the outdoors and explore the many channels, creeks and the natural beauty of DeBordieu. Each kayak comes with paddles, back rest and life vests. A single kayak rents for $75.00 + tax and a tandem rents for $100.00+ tax. Daily rentals are also available for $25.00 per day plus tax. FREE DELIVERY!!! Renters are responsible for any dings, damage or loss of rental equipment. Call the DeBordieu Rental Office today at 843 527 9894 or 800 797 3633 to start your adventure!!
Looking for something for the kids to do while on spring vacation? We have the answer for you right here! Brookgreen Gardens, one of the top ten gardens in the US according to trip advisor, is now accepting registration for their spring break camp. This two day camp is for kindergarteners- third grades and is full of educational fun. With crafts, games, and a tour of the zoo, this will be an experience your children will remember for years.
Spring break camp dates and times are as follows;
April 14-15 for K-1st graders 10am-3pm
April 16-17 for 2nd and 3rd graders 10am-3pm
April 21-22 for K-1st graders 10am-3pm
April 23-24 for 2nd and 3rd graders 10am-3pm
Registration is $65 for members and $80 for non-members. Call (843) 235-6049 or click here for more details.
Brookgreen Gardens is located in Murrells Inlet on Highway 17, just a few miles from Debordieu Colony. The gardens are a must see while visiting Pawleys Island. Whether you are a local or on vacation, don’t forget to stop by to see the flowers in bloom!
67th ANNUAL PLANTATION TOURS
March 28 & 29, 2014
Sponsored by the Episcopal Church Women
of Prince George Winyah Episcopal Church
The Sixty-Seventh Annual Plantation Tour of plantations and town houses in and near Georgetown will be held March 28 & 29, 2014. The majority of the plantations and town houses are privately owned and graciously shared with the Episcopal Church Women of Prince George, Winyah, Parish once per year. A different group of homes is on tour each day.
www.pgwihyah.org For more details and advanced tickets
The Grill Room will be open Wednesday- Sunday for lunch service from 11 AM-2:30 PM and Tuesday- Sunday from 11AM- 6PM for beverage service.
Turn Room will be OPEN DAILY from 9 AM-5 PM beginning March 1st.
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 8-9 AM High Impact Aerobics This class is always different. We do circuit training, walking/jogging outside, toning exercises, body weight exercises, core work etc. Higher impact aerobics using dumbbells, weighted bars, stability balls and resistance bands. If you are interested in learning more about “Fitness at the Dieu” please contact Boo Peace at 843 325 6066.
Monday & Friday- 10-11 AM Strong and Balanced Light exercises to build strong muscles and improve balance
Friday 9-10 AM- Pilates/Yoga Classes focus on core strengthening and stretching movements. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Lettie Furbee at 301 514 4641 or at calfurb@aol.com
The DeBordieu Tennis Club will, again, host, The DeBordieu Winter Classic – SC L4, a USTA sanctioned adult tennis tournament February 21-23, 2014. We hope everyone will help spread the excitement about this tournament and encourage players from across the country to participate in this State sanctioned event. TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION ENDS ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16. Members and guests from last year’s tournament were very complimentary of our facility, staff and the Cooked-to-Order Pasta Players Lunch provided by the culinary staff. Guests participating in this year’s Cooked-to-Order Pasta Lunch for $13 per person at the Pavilion, must preorder and prepay by calling the Tennis Pro Shop at (843) 546-9408 by Sunday, February 16. Please call the DeBordieu Rental Office at 800-797-3633 or visit our website www.debordieurentals.com for special discount accommodations available to guests.
Also, as a reminder, the DeBordieu Club has recently adopted a plan for a major golf course renovation in 2014. The COURSE WILL BE CLOSED from approximately May 26, 2014 through September 15, 2014.
DeBordieu Tennis Club is excited to offer programs that develop a love for tennis at all ages and abilities.
Call to schedule private lessons with Rick Martin, Director of Tennis or Cory Ann Avants-Dockins, Assistant Pro. 843-546-9408.