
PD LIFE
Welcome to PD Life!
This section of PDPOA.org is written by owners, for owners—offering an insider’s glimpse into life in Palmetto Dunes and the surrounding Hilton Head Island/Lowcountry area. Whether you’re a full-time resident, a part-time visitor, or simply dreaming of coastal living, PD Life shares stories, tips, and local highlights to help you experience the best of our community.
Enjoy the blog and discover what makes Palmetto Dunes such a special place to call home!
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June 16, 2025
Spotlight on Summer Stages: Theater Highlights in Hilton Head (June–August)
This summer, Hilton Head Island again showcases top-tier theatrical productions from three beloved local companies. At the heart of Shelter Cove, the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina brings back its […]
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June 09, 2025
What’s That Noise? Understanding Summer Weather on Hilton Head
If you’ve spent a summer in Palmetto Dunes, chances are you’ve experienced a sudden rumble of thunder or seen flashes of light dance across the sky long after sunset—without a […]
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May 23, 2025
Hilton Head Island’s Amazing Animals-Part 1
Author: Sharon Lowe By the time this article is posted, I will be on safari in Africa – one of those bucket list, dream trips. But it got me thinking […]
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May 16, 2025
A Feathered Spectacle Awaits: Nesting Season at Cypress Wetlands, Just an Hour from Palmetto Dunes
Spring has officially taken flight—and for residents of Palmetto Dunes looking to spread their wings beyond the beach, there’s a remarkable natural wonder waiting just an hour away in Port […]
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April 21, 2025
Meet Your Neighbors! John and Virginia Bianco
Meet John and Virginia Bianco from Massapequa, New York. They bought their home on Mooring Buoy in January 2021. They first visited Palmetto Dunes in 2012 and Virgina says, “we […]
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April 15, 2025
Gullah Heritage on Hilton Head Island
As I write this post, many on the Island are focused on the RBC Heritage golf tournament. But, I want to write about a different Heritage here on Hilton Head island, […]
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April 08, 2025
🚴 ♀️ Bikes, Buddies & Good Vibes: Ride with Kicking Asphalt!
Hilton Head Island isn’t just a pretty place to cruise around—it’s officially one of the top 25 bike-friendly communities in the U.S., and one of only two on the entire […]
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March 31, 2025
Full Spectrum Studio
I am an Artist Hilton Head Island has the only artist resource known as a Progressive Art Studio Model in the State of South Carolina. Full Spectrum Studio offers a […]
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