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Volume 9 Issue 22 Sullivans Island

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February 28, 2014 Goat Island Dewees Island

IOP closer to hiring new firefighters

ISLAND EYE NEWS EDITOR

BY JENNIFER TUOHY

After a motion to hire three more firefighters was defeated last November, the Isle of Palms Ways and Means Committee has revisited the matter. At its Feb. 18 meeting, the committee voted to recommend to Council the hiring of additional personal for the fire department. According to City Administrator Linda Tucker, the impetus for revisiting the issue was driven by a need to have personnel on board and trained before the peak summer season begins. If we wait until July 1 we will have lost the ability to use them for water rescues and such during peak season, she said. Councilmember Marty Bettelli reminded the committee that the city last hired more firefighters in 2002. The reason we did that was because of a devastating fire in Wild Dunes, he said. I dont want to be sitting on this dais in the future when citizens are out there saying you knew you needed to do something, why didnt you act when you had the chance? Weve uncovered a need. Were remiss if we do not follow up on the information weve got. The principal objection when the issue was raised last year was that the hiring was not in the budget. The committee planned to defer the matter until the next budget year. But, with prompting Firefighters continues on page 10

SIES is Topped Off

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STAFF REPORT

(top) The final beam is lowered into place. (above) The men behind the building, from left, Tom Kozlik, Randy Grant, Spencer Faw, Thompson Turner, Bill Lewis, Jason Tolleson and Bob Faust. (top right) Elliot Haynes and her father Ashley celebrate the building of her new school.
PHOTOS BY STEVEN ROSAMILIA

he community gathered at the site of the new Sullivans Island Elementary School Saturday to watch as the structure was topped off with its final structural beam. Before being placed, students and parents were given an opportunity to impart a permanent memento on the beam, signing their names and best wishes for the school. Theres still a way to go before the school is ready for the students, but it is on track to be open for the 2014/15 school year. The Friends of SIES are currently holding a fundraiser for the school, linked to its building in a unique way. Supporters have an opportunity to SIES continues on page 10

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Updates from Town of Sullivans Island

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CIVIC

February 28, 2014

STAFF REPORT

Zoning Board Vacancy Town of Sullivans Island seeks to fill an out-of-cycle Board vacancy on the Board of Zoning Appeals, for a term expiring September 2015. Interested residents should submit application packet by 2 p.m. April 3, 2014. Contact Lisa Darrow at ldarrow@sullivansisland-sc.com or 843.883.5744 for an application packet or visit the Towns website at www.sullivansisland-sc.com for more information. Holiday Street Closures St. Patricks Day celebrations will take place Saturday, March 15 and Monday, March 17. Local businesses in the commercial district will celebrate the holiday outdoors and for safety reasons the following roads will be closed: Saturday: 12 to 6 p.m., Middle Street between Station 22 1/2 - Station 20 and street sections feeding into Middle Street in this area. Monday: Station 22 1/2 between

Middle Street and I'On Avenue will be closed. A family friendly non-alcoholic St. Patrick's Day celebration will take place in Stith Park on Saturday, March 15, from approximately 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Public Input Requested The Town is asking for public input on the building of the Town Hall, Police Station and Park Improvement Project. Two community workshops have been held, with a third to be scheduled soon. Email your comments to sithproject@sullivansisland-sc.com and/or complete a comment card available at sullivansisland-sc.com. Emergency Alerts Following the recent severe weather Police Chief Howard would like to remind citizens to sign up for emergency text alerts from the Sullivans Island Police Department Sullivans Island Councilmember Mary Jane Watsons 2nd grade class reciting the at www.nixle.com. Pledge of Allegiance at the Feb. 18 council meeting.

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Two weeks left to Save the Angel Oak

$400,000 NEEDED BY MARCH 14
ISLAND EYE NEWS EDITOR

Publisher of the Island Eye News and the Island Connection

BY JENNIFER TUOHY

ast Thursday, Charleston County Councils Finance Committee unanimously approved $2.5 million to buy the remaining acreage surrounding the historic Angel Oak Tree on Johns Island. The campaign, spearheaded by the Lowcountry Open Land Trust, is now just a county council meeting and $400,000 away from raising the $3.3 million needed to encompass the tree with protected land. The massive live oak has been at the center of a fundraising

campaign for the past year, after plans IF EVERYBODY WHO GAVE IN THE LAST emerged that a North CAMPAIGN GAVE AND TALKED TO FIVE Carolina developer was going to build an FRIENDS ABOUT IT WED MAKE THE $400,000. ~ Elizabeth Hagood apartment community on land surrounding the tree. The LOLT spearheaded the Conservationists feared that purchase of the first tract of 17 development so close to the tree acres for $3.6 million. Following would endanger the health and a contribution of $2.4 million future of the landmark, and began from Charleston Countys a campaign to raise the funds to Greenbelt Board, and efforts of buy the land from Raleigh-based nearly 12,000 donors, the land Coastal Federal Credit Union. was purchased last November. The LOLT then decided to pursue the remaining 18 acres of undeveloped land around the tree, priced at $3.3 million. To grab the whole thing, the whole 35 acres, affords a whole new level of opportunities for the communities, Elizabeth Hagood, Executive Director of the LOLT, said. If you combine that with the current nine acre city park where the Angel Oak resides right now, thats 44 acres of open space protected. The space will become a passive-use park managed by Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission, incorporating recreational trails Angel Oak continues on page 4

Lynn Pierotti publisher lynn@luckydognews.com Jennifer Tuohy managing editor jennifer@luckydognews.com Swan Richards graphic designer swan@luckydognews.com Lori McGee 614.0901 Catherine Lambert 452.9903 advertising executives Christian LeBlanc social media christian@luckydognews.com Steve Rosamilia photographer Contributors: Diann Clark Mel Goodwin Ruth Thornburg Mariana Hall Connie C. Cossetti Bill Martin Heidi Alexander Lauren Adams Carol Antman John Nelson Dimi Matouchev Bob Hooper Published by: Lucky Dog Publishing of South Carolina, LLC P.O. Box 837 Sullivans Island, SC 29482 843-886-NEWS Submit your letters to the editor to: info@luckydognews.com Future deadline: March 5 for our March 14 issue The Island Eye News, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lucky Dog Publishing of SC LLC, is a free, independent newspaper published every two weeks and is for and about the Isle of Palms, Sullivans Island, Goat Island and Dewees Island. Copies are mailed free of charge to every active mailbox in our coverage area and are also available at area businesses. Contributions of information, pictures and articles are welcomed and are used according to space limitations and news value and cannot be returned except by special request. Op-ed articles and letters to the editor do not necessarily reflect the opinion of Lucky Dog News, or its writers. All advertising rates are listed at: WWW.ISLANDEYENEWS.COM under advertising.

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Recycle - WEDNESDAY- MARCH 5 - Recycle

1207 Palm Boulevard 2050 Middle Street

Civic Calendar

Monday, March 3 Public Safety Committee 9 a.m. 1207 Palm Boulevard

Recreation Committee 5 p.m. 1207 Palm Boulevard

Thursday, March 6 Personnel Committee Meeting 10 a.m. 1207 Palm Boulevard

Livability Court 5 p.m. 1207 Palm Boulevard

Tuesday, March 4 & 11 Municipal Court* 5:30 p.m. 2050 Middle Street Wednesday, March 5 Coffee with the Chief! Stop by for a chat about SI with Police Chief Howard at Cafe Medley. 8:30 a.m. 2213 Middle Street Wednesday, March 12 Coffee with the Chief! See Wednesday, March 5. 8:30 a.m. 2213 Middle Street
Planning Commission 6:30 p.m. 2050 Middle Street

Tuesday, March 4 Board of Zoning Appeals 5:30 p.m. 1207 Palm Boulevard Wednesday, March 5 Muncipal Court 9 a.m. 1207 Palm Boulevard
Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee 11 a.m. 1207 Palm Boulevard Real Property Committee 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 11 Public Works Committee Meeting 5:30 p.m. 1207 Palm Boulevard Wednesday, March 12 Planning Commission 4:30 p.m. 1207 Palm Boulevard
Sullivan's Island 883.3198 www.sullivansisland-sc.com

Monday, March 3 Council Workshop 6 p.m.

Thursday, March 13 Board of Zoning Appeals 6 p.m. 2050 Middle Street

* Bench Trials will be at a temporary Town Hall facility located behind the Fire Station, next to the Stith Park (2050 Middle Street). Contact SI Clerk of Court directly at 883-5734 (Maria LoRusso) for payments or questions.

4 Angel Oak continues from page 3 and educational opportunities. But there is a deadline. We have to do it by March 14. We have a short timeframe, Hagood said. On top of the money from the County, which comes from the greenbelt fund, financed by a half cent tax passed a few years ago, the city of Charleston has already voted and approved a donation of $400,000. That leaves a $400,000 challenge for the community, Hagood said. So far, the towns of Kiawah and Seabrook have been instrumental in the first campaign, Hagood said. The town of Seabrook gave $20,000, and while its funding cycle precluded Kiawah from donating to the first effort, it has earmarked $10,000 for this second round. Kiawah Development Partners issued a challenge grant on the first reserve parcel, matching what its employees raised to bring in a total of $13,600. Hagood hopes KDP will launch a similar challenge for this second round. The biggest message is that we are so close now. We really need the support of everybody," Hagood said. "No gift is too small and no gift is too large. We had a lot of very small donors that made up that first round and thats very important. The more the community gives, the healthier this whole project is. Please support, and get five friends to give. If everybody who gave in the last campaign gave and talked to five friends about it wed make the $400,000. To donate go to www.lolt.org.

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If the money is raised by the March 14 deadline, the magnificent Angel Oak Tree will sit at the center of a new 44acre county park. PHOTO BY RALPH SECOY

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Leg hold traps inhumane Dear Editor, Leg hold traps were used to catch the four coyotes on Sullivan's Island, where they were then shot in the head on site. Leg hold traps are cruel beyond words. One was seen on the night camera showing a coyote with dark feet and tail with what appeared like an injured left rear leg. He was limping and might have been the one that got away when the others were caught. I understand that the fifth one escaped. My father was a trapper for a while, of mink and otter. So I know, very often, if left for more than a matter of hours, some would chew their legs off, just to be free. The ones my father trapped had to endure a week of pain and fear because he only checked the traps once a week. I hated it when he trapped but could not stop him. Alas, he was a hunter, trapper, commercial fisherman and farmer. Coyotes deserve the same respect given to a feral dog. They can and will interbred with wolves and dogs producing viable offspring. There is no more difference than the difference between a Great Dane and a Cocker Spaniel dog. They just look a little different and may have slight differences as to when their breeding seasons appear. Some have even been made pets, if captured as pups and fared very well as any dog would. If they are to be killed, you can do better than this people. Dart them with lethal doses of the proper drugs. I am appalled that in this day and age a better solution cannot be found than leg hold traps. We are better than this, people, we are better than this. Vergie Barber DeAntonio Mt. Pleasant

All letters submitted to the Island Eye News must bear a full name, address and phone number for verification. Only the authors name and city will be printed. Submissions are accepted via email to jennifer@luckydognews.com or mail to PO. Box 837, Sullivans Island, SC 29482. Letters may be edited for length and readability. The Island Eye News reserves the right to reject letters that are libelous, unseemly, not individually addressed to the Island Eye News or that have been previously published elsewhere. The Island Eye News will not publish letters endorsing political candidates.
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A N N U A L F U N D R A I S E R O F F E R S G R E AT F O O D , G O O D M U S I C I N A S P E C TA C U L A R S E T T I N G
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Get ready to enjoy some Hope on Goat

BY DIANN CLARK

he 5th annual Hope on Goat benefit is set for Saturday March 15, 2014 from 2-6 p.m. on Goat Island at Goat Island Gatherings. This fundraiser is held to benefit a local charity with 100 percent of ticket sales directly benefiting the children in the Louies Kids programs. Tickets are $45 and include a boat shuttle provided by Barrier Island Eco Tours, running to and from the Isle of Palms Marina throughout the entire event, as well as fresh local oysters steamed over an open fire, homemade locally caught fish stew, hot dogs, desserts and water. This family friendly event will also include a childrens area and local live music, opening with Scottie Frier followed by Southern Flavor. Coolers are welcome and chairs are encouraged. A silent auction will include donated items from local artists, craftsmen, restaurants and vacation rentals to just name a few. The mission of Louies Kids is to provide bi-weekly workouts, combined with nutrition education, throughout the tri-county area to families who could not otherwise afford a gym, recreation or athletic membership. In addition to helping kids and their families become and remain active, Louies Kids also established a program called Run Buddies. Run Buddies pairs groups of kids of all shapes and sizes with volunteer runners who want to encourage kids to run. The program culminates in a 5k or 10k in which the kids and their mentors participate. Tickets are $45 each (children under 12 are free) and can be purchased in advance at www.louiekids.org. Ticket sales are limited to 200. Advanced tickets are encouraged as this event sells out each year. Tickets may also be purchased at the welcome table at the Isle of Palms Marina on the day of the event.

Kick back and relax at the 5th annual Hope on Goat benefit for Louies Kids.

HOPE ON GOAT BENEFIT FOR LOUIES KIDS Place: Goat Island Gatherings, Goat Island, South Carolina, Channel Marker 116 on the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, just north of the Isle of Palms Marina Date: Saturday, March 15 (rain or shine) Hours: 2-6 p.m. Admission: $45 each, children under 12 free

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PROJECT SHOWS UNIQUE APPROACH TO INTEGRATING SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATH

Laing sixth-graders construct greenhouses after months of planning

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February 28, 2014

BY MEL GOODWIN

ixth-graders at Laing Middle School of Science and Technology started construction on nine greenhouses February 6 and 7 as part of a school-wide program to use hands-on experiences with technology and engineering to enhance the normal middle school curriculum. The greenhouses are the result of more than four months of work in sixth-grade social studies, science, English language arts and mathematics classes. Greenhouse designs had to meet specific requirements for budget, growing space, irrigation, structural strength and wind resistance. Some student designs include automatic solar powered irrigation and ventilation systems controlled by small computers. Once completed, students will use the greenhouses to grow a variety of vegetables and other plants students select, for example, carrots, cherry tomatoes, ghost peppers, cilantro,

Students from Laing Middle School work on building nine greenhouses.

honeysuckle and pitcher plants. The greenhouses will also be used to support a saltmarsh restoration project being implemented by seventh-grade students. The sixth-grade greenhouse project is part of Laings Whole School STEM initiative, which

encourages student involvement with a wide variety of tools from Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Key objectives of the initiative are to improve academic performance as well as encourage potential student interest in STEM professions. Working with STEM Coach Mel Goodwin, teachers have been able to give immediate purpose to their lessons by weaving normal curriculum content into the research, planning, and

design tasks involved with the greenhouse project. As a result of their personal involvement, students are highly engaged in their lessons. Laing would like to connect with local businesses, organizations and others interested in supporting the Charleston region's first whole-school STEM program. To learn how you can help, please contact Principal James Whitehair, James_Whitehair@charleston. k12.sc.us, 843.849.2809.

Gavin Viohl helps steady the frame as Grace Knight works with a power tool.
PHOTOS BY MIC SMITH PHOTOGRAPHY LLC

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D R . G E O R G E D U R S T S P R A C T I C E J O I N S E A S T C O O P E R H O S P I TA L FA M I LY
ISLAND EYE NEWS EDITOR

'Still at the helm, sailing strong'

BY JENNIFER TUOHY

urst Family Medicine has sat at the corner of Middle Street and Station 22 1/2 since 1948, when Dr. George G. Durst Sr. opened his practice. Today, Dr. George G. Durst Jr., along with his associate Dr. Rochelle Rutledge and his daughter Dr. Kay Durst, continues his fathers tradition of serving the medical needs of Sullivans Island families, with the assistance of East Cooper Medical Center. Five years ago, Durst Family Medicine joined MUSC, but this month Durst brings the practice full circle, returning it to the hospital his father helped bring to Mount Pleasant, East Cooper Medical Center.

HES STILL THERE. HE HASNT MOVED ANYWHERE. SAME PLACE AND HES REAL HAPPY ABOUT THE CHANGES!

~ Dawn Durst

My dads picture hangs in the hospital, Durst said. Theres a place in the garden dedicated to him. Weve all been staff members Dr. George Durst with two of his children, Mitchell and Lynna, sailing in the Grenadines. at the hospital at one time or another. So it was a natural fit for Durst to bring the else is business as usual at the islands oldest said. Im not retiring, its business as usual practice under the wing of East Cooper, but medical practice. here. Were seeing old patients and accepting it is predominantly an administrative change. Hes still there, Dawn, Dursts wife, said. new ones. Patients of Durst Family Medicine will see He hasnt moved anywhere. Same place and And hopefully will be for many years to little difference, other than their bills coming hes real happy about the changes! come. from East Cooper and not MUSC. Everything Im still at the helm, sailing strong, Durst

February 28, 2014

In memory of the Hunley

ollowing a weekend of events at Fort Moultrie commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Confederate submarine H. L. Hunley sinking the USS Housatonic off Sullivans Island on Feb. 17, 1864, members of the Confederate Heritage Trust conducted a memorial service at Breach Inlet last Monday. A parade from Fort Moultrie down Middle Street to Sunrise Presbyterian was followed by a ceremony by the sea, which featured rifle fire, a no-charge cannon salute and the laying of wreaths in memory of the fallen.

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TAKE HOME A LUCKY DOG

Chance

hance was found limping along the side of the road near Ravenel on February 12. He was taken to an emergency veterinary clinic by a good Samaritan, then transferred to Charleston Animal Society. He had been shot at close range and there was a gaping open wound. X-rays showed buckshot spread throughout his leg. Charleston Animal Society is offering a $2,500 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction in this case. Chance is currently being treated, thanks to donations from the societys medical fund (Toby's Fund) and is recovering. He will soon need a foster home for full recovery so he can eventually be adopted. Are you that special person? Charleston Animal Society currently has a network of 300 families across Charleston County who volunteer as foster families. If you'd like to join this incredible network, visit www. CharlestonAnimalSociety.org. If you are interested in Chance, or any of the other animals looking for a new home, go to www.CharlestonAnimalSociety.org, or visit them at 2455 Remount Road in North Charleston. Charleston Animal Society led the way to making Charleston the first No Kill Community in the Southeast in 2013. It is South Carolinas largest animal rescue organization, taking in 90 percent of Charlestons homeless animals.

LDC

Lucky Dog Club

Partners in Service help sustain Exchange Club

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BY RUTH THORNBURG

he Isle of Palms Exchange Club welcomes Kevin Francis, President of New Leaf Landscape Construction, as a new Partner in Service. His company donated several hundred dollars worth of man and machine power to remove a berm of dirt, shrubs, and many plantings that needed to be removed to assure proper functioning of the Clubs septic system. The Exchange Club is a service organization whose members raise money for numerous community projects with events such as the recent Oyster Roast which will provide approximately $10,000 for local scholarships and the IOP Connector Run which raised $50,000 for the prevention of child abuse. The Club resides in a 65-yearold building on the banks of Hamlin Creek. Like many old buildings, problems constantly arise, but children are the clubs highest priority. Partners in Service, like New Leaf, give the club generous discounts as well as their time and energy allowing the Club to repair and refurbish the building and still award generous grants to a number of
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organizations that help these children and our community. The numbers of Partners in Service participants are growing as people recognize that their efforts directly affect the amount of money allocated for children who desperately need help. Partners in Service are volunteering their time and discounting merchandise. In return, Club members are promoting these businesses to their friends and family. Club members further extend their thanks on the advertising billboard outside of the Exchange Club on Palm Boulevard. Other Partners in Service who have been recognized in the past and continue to work directly with the Club include Bi-Lo, Bottles (George McLaughlin), Lester Kamyk, of Cabinet Doctors, Luke & Ollies; East Coast Pest Control Management; Island Eye News (Lynn Pierotti) Lim-Ric PlumbingHeating-Air (Jim Glowniak), Lowes (Todd Friddle), Palmetto Pride Painting and Trim Works (Larry Stafford). If your business would like to become a Partner in Service or you would just like to become a member, please contact the Isle of Palms Exchange Club.

10 Firefighters continues from cover from Chief Graham, the Public Safety Committee revisited the matter, and decided to recommend once again to Ways and Means that it be considered a priority matter. When we last discussed this it was the number one priority of the fire department, Bettelli, who is chair of the Public Safety committee, said. We approved their second and third priorities not their first. After some discussion, the committee voted unanimously to approve a motion to hire three new firefighters to improve staffing at Isle of Palms station 2. The $44,400 required will come from the accommodations tax funds. The motion will be presented at the next city council meeting, scheduled for Feb. 25. However, the entire council sits on the Ways and Means committee, so it appears likely the motion will be approved.

February 28, 2014 SIES continues from cover purchase an individualized brick to be placed at the front entrance of the school. The bricks make great alumni gifts, family gifts, birthday gifts, an ideal memorial of a students days of learning by the sea. There are two options: $150 for a 4 x 8 brick with three lines of text, 18 characters per line, or $300 for an 8 x 8 brick with six lines of text, 18 characters per line. Along with each brick, the recipient receives a commemorative brick with the inscription on it. Bricks must be ordered by May 15 and are available at www.bricksrus. com/order/sies.

A future Sullivan's Island student helps her mom sign the beam. (right) SIES choir listens to the presentations at the Topping Off ceremony.

Crabpot Players announce summer camps

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BY MARIANA HALL

rabpot Players Theater Company has released their summer camp schedule. We are thrilled to be able to offer a variety of summer camp programs focusing on musical theater, acting, theater tech and set design in our new permanent space in the Stuckey Brothers Plaza on Johnnie Dodds Boulevard, Jimmy Ward, Founder and Artistic Director at Crabpot Players Theater Company, said. Camps begin June 9 and run through August 1. Musical Theater Camp starts off with two, 3 week sessions and is instructed by Crabpot Players musical director Angelia Grech. Campers will perform in a full length musical at camps conclusion. The first session is for 12-18 year olds, the second for 7-12 year olds. Set Design is offered in two, 2 week sessions for 9-14 year olds. Gabrielle Wolfe will coach campers in stage design, construction, and painting of an original set to be used during the final performance for the Musical Theatre Camp that concludes on the same week. An Intensive Acting Camp
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Session taught by Crabpot Players founder, Jimmy Ward and theater operations director, Daniel Prentice, is offered for two weeks. This will be open to 12-18 year olds interested in learning theater performance basics and progress towards developing precision in blocking and projection while rehearsing monologues, scenes and songs that will be performed at the conclusion of the camp. Crabpot Players is the longest running performing company East of the Cooper. Along with summer camp programs, Crabpot Players produces theater and musical theater productions as well as offering individual and classroom instruction in vocal performance, dance and acting at the new Crabpot Players Performing Arts Center. The center is located at 1137 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Mount Pleasant, and is also available for other arts groups to showcase their productions and expand opportunities for aspiring playwrights to learn from professionals and produce their pieces. For more information visit www. crabpotplayers.com.

Tai Chi helps improve quality of life

PROGRAMS OFFERED FOR SENIORS AT I O P R E C
BY CONNIE C. COSSETTI
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Connie C. Cossetti leads a senior Tai Chi class at the IOP Rec Center.

e all wish to grow old in such a way as to remain independent and be able to lead an active lifestyle. We want to continue to play golf, play tennis, dance, go bowling, walk the beach, travel, volunteer in the community, or pursue other activities that we enjoy. However, there comes a time when our aging body may interfere with our plans, be it because of diminished flexibility, strength or balance. Often these decreased abilities are accompanied by chronic conditions, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, or old injuries that resurface, or a fall, or even a sudden illness. The medical profession has been stressing for some time that early prevention is the best way to delay, or even avoid, the onset of illness and conditions that would decrease our quality of life as we grow older. While for some time we have heard our doctors recommend that we engage in a regimen of regular exercise accompanied by a healthy diet, we now often hear them recommend that we introduce Tai Chi as part of our daily activities because of its many benefits to our physical and mental health.

Tai Chi is an ancient practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, which emphasizes gentle, fluid movements and stretching. An extensive amount of research has been conducted worldwide that supports its many benefits, especially for older adults, including increased breathing capacity, improved balance and posture, greater coordination, as well as reduced joint and back pain. Tai Chi practitioners also experience improved control of Type II diabetes, hypertension, depression, and anxiety. An increased sense of peace and serenity is also reported. The Isle of Palms Recreation Department offers a Tai Chi class within its Senior Programs. The one-hour class is open to IOP residents and non-residents and meets every Tuesday at 11 a.m. For more details visit www.iop. net/departments/recreation_ wellness_taichi.aspx. Connie C. Cossetti is a Gerontologist who specializes in physical fitness and health for older adults. She may be contacted at gerofit@comcast.net

February 28
ONGOING EVENTS Tuesdays Storytime Time for Twos Tuesdays in February at 10:30 a.m. Poes Library, 1921 Ion Avenue, 883.3914. Gymnastics at IOP Rec (3+ years) Tuesdays 3:30 to 4:15 p.m., February 18 March 25, $70 residents/$75 non-residents. Instructor: Tricha Tapio. Register www.iop.net. Call 843.886.8294 for more information. Wednesdays Little Lotus Yoga (3-5 Yrs) Wednesdays, 12:30 1:15 p.m., February 19 through March 26. $60 residents/$65 nonresidents. Register at iop.net. Call 843.886.8294 for more information and to register. Mah Jongg Nights (adults) Poes Library hosts Mah Jongg Thursdays at 6 p.m. Learn to play American Mah Jongg. No experience necessary. 1921 Ion Avenue, 883.3914. Saturdays Celebrate Gullah Heritage 2 p.m., 1254 Long Point Rd. The National Park Service and Town of Mount Pleasant, is sponsoring a series of free cultural programs at Charles Pinckney National Historic site Saturday's during March. For more information, call 843.881.5516 or visit nnps.gov/chpi.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28
Seven Handle Circus 9 p.m. Windjammer. Bluegrass/ rock act out of Atlanta performs. Tickets $7 at the door. Formed in 2010, Seven Handle Circus is a six-piece Georgia band that has been critically acclaimed as badass bluegrass with the drive and energy of a rock band. Challenge MS: Charleston Challenge 2014 Walk the 50-mile trek from Charleston through Mt. Pleasant ending on Sullivan's Island (finish line at Fish Fry Shack) to raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Pass through many of Charlestons iconic scenery including the Battery, Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park and the Citadel. To register or to get more information, visit www. WalkMSCarolinas.org or call 1-800 FIGHT MS. African American Heritage Festival 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., Wannamaker County Park. $8 per person. The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission and educators throughout the Low country will be hosting this event in honor of Black History month. Elementary and middle school students are invited to immerse themselves in rich

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African American history and culture. For more information call 843.795.4386.Also visit www. charlestoncountyparks.com.

March 15
TUEsDAY, MARCH 4
Tech Tuesdays: Discovering eBooks and Audiobooks 12 p.m., Edgar Allan Poe Sullivans Island Branch Library. Learn about the great eBooks and audiobooks you can download to your tablet or computer for free through CCPLs website. 843.723.7528 ext. 110.

SATURDAY, MARCH 1
The Mullet Haul Trail Run This fourth annual trail run encourages runners to wear either real or imitation mullets during their participation in the race, held at the Mullet Hall Equestrian Center on Johns Island. Features both a 5- and 10-mile run. Both races begin at 8:30 a.m. Sporting the hairstyle is not a requirement to run, but the best mullet and themed costume will be awarded a prize. For more information or to register, visit www.charlestoncountyparks.com/ mullethaul or call 843.795.4386. Canicross Middleton Place, Equestrian Trails. Cross-country run with hounds. Canicross is a combination of "canine" and "cross-country" as in cross country running. The dog is in a harness with a flexible line attached to the human at the waist. Featuring music, food trucks, a beer garden and a

full scale pet expo in Baileys field. Early registration prices are $20 - $30 and include a t-shirt. To register visit www. runingwiththehounds.com or go to Active.com. Island Gras 12 4 p.m., Front Beach, Isle of Palms. Get your beads ready because Mardi Gras is coming to Isle of Palms and there will be live music. Featuring Elizabeth Covington Weird Science, local restaurants, photo booth, climbing wall, crafts vendors, billon artist and jump castles. Free. Christ Churchs 5K Run/Walk atLaurel Hill Park 8 a.m. Come out and support this worthy cause. Christ Church is on the way to raising $10,000 for anew church to be built in Kenya. By supporting the cause and participating on the 5K run/walk, theyre one step closer to their goal. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the beautiful scenic trail of Laurel Hill Park. $20 registration fee. For more information go to www. christch.org. Ohio Womens Ensemble 8 p.m., Circular Congregational Church 150 Meeting Street. The Ohio Women's Ensemble of Ohio University performs a choral repertoire that ranges from classical works and folk songs to Broadway show tunes and comedic delights. There is no ticket cost. DIY Arts and Crafts 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Edgar Allan Poe Sullivans Island Branch Library. Being crafty and creative is easy with Ms. Graces help. Down the Island and Back Again: A Bulls Island Hike 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. The event includes an 11 mile hike along the maritime forest, freshwater impoundments and the boneyard beach. The trip benefits the Loggerhead Sea Turtle

Program in the Cape Romain national Wildlife Refuge. Tickets visit bullsislandferry.com or call 843.884.7684. Harry Horseshoe Crab Book Reading 10 a.m., ages five and up. Call the Sewee Center to reserve you spot on the classroom carpet 843.928.3368 Team Charleston Recreational Climbing Club March 1-3 9 a.m.-11 a.m., meets at: James Island County Park, ages 7-13. The Club Team is designed to introduce newcomers to the sport of climbing. This will be eight weeks of fun, excitement, and challenge. Learn to belay and climb through fun and interesting games and activities. Pre-registration is required. Fee: $138/$125 CCR Discount. Call 843.795.4386 or visit charlestoncountyparks.com.

THURsDAY, MARCH 13
CSO Masterworks presents Stravinsky's The Firebird 7:30 p.m., March 13-15, Sottile Theatre 44 George St., conducted by Ken Lam featuring Natalia Khoma, cello. For more information visit charlestonsymphony.org or call 843.723.7528 ext. 110 Wellness Workshop: Balance and Memory 2-3 p.m., IOP Rec. Center. $10 resident/non-resident. Visit www. iop.net or call 843.886.8294 for more information.

and fill us with wonder. Whether a storyteller is sharing a childhood memory, the history of the Gullah culture, a humorous slice of life or a spooky tale of a wandering ghost, Charleston Tells is sure to become an annual tradition for adults of all ages. Please visit www. ccpl.org/charlestontells for ticket information.

WEDNEsDAY, MARCH 5
Ash Wednesday Services 5:30-7 p.m. Twenty-First Avenue at Palm Boulevard. First United Methodist Church Isle of Palms will be commemorating the beginning of Lent with a Childrens service including distribution of Ashes Service at 5:30 p.m. followed by a Soup and Sandwich supper at 6:15 p.m. Traditional Ash Wednesday Service will be at 7 p.m. For more information please contact us: 843. 886.6610 or visit www.iopmethodist.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 15
Sullivans Island Community Commercial District St. Patrick's Day Celebrations Local businesses in the Commercial District will celebrate the holiday outdoors from 10 a.m. 6 p.m. For public safety, portions of roads will be closed. Family Patrick's Celebration in the Park 10 a.m. 12 p.m., Town of Sullivans sponsors a non-alcoholic, familyfriendly celebration in Stith Park.

FRIDAY, MARCH 14
Charleston Tells Storytelling Festival 7-10 p.m., Wragg Square-342 Meeting Street. Set under magnificent moss-draped oaks, the second annual Charleston Tells Storytelling Festival offers the opportunity to see some of the best storytelling performers in the country while enjoying the magic of historic downtown Charleston. With performances planned Friday night, all day Saturday and Saturday night, festival goers will be captivated by stories that touch our souls, make us laugh, bring us to tears

SUNDAY, MARCH 2
Mardi Gras Pawrade 1-4 p.m. The Big Oak Shelter, Palmetto Islands County Park, 444 Needlebrush Parkway, Mount Pleasant. The Krewe of Charles II presents the first annual Mardi Gras celebration just for you pups. There will be hot dogs, an awards ceremony, prizes, t-shirts, costumes and floats. Proceeds for this event will benefit Waters Edge Animal Rescue. $19 for 1, $20 for 2, $30 for 3, and $40 for 4 dogs. For more information or to register, visit www. Kreweofcharles2.com or email Kristen Noland at klester@ vetmail.lsu.edu.

THURsDAY, MARCH 6
Murder Mystery: Lethal Maui Luau 5:30 8 p.m., James Island County Park, 12 and up. There's been a murder, and James Island County Park needs help to find out who done it! It could be anybody! A registered and paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 and under. Fee: $5/$4.

Book Club The Dressmaker See story, page 16.

SATURDAY, MARCH 8
Play: STAR Therapy Dogs 10:30 a.m., Edgar Allan Poe Sullivans Island Branch Library. Pick a dog, pick a book and read. Certified therapy dogs and their handlers love a story.

MONDAY, MARCH 3
Read Across America 10:30 a.m., Edgar Allan Poe Sullivans Island Branch Library. Join guest reader Mayor Mike Perkis for storytime, crafts, and treats.

SUNDAY, MARCH 9
CSO Chamber Music present Musical Journey to Germany 4 p.m., St. Benedict's Catholic Church, Mt. Pleasant. Visit charlestonsymphony.org or call

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S T O R Y- T E L L I N G , D R U M M I N G A N D S I N G I N G H E L P C E L E B R A T E G U L L A H H E R I T A G E I N M A R C H

Park Service presents free programs

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BY BILL MARTIN

he National Park Service, in partnership with the Town of Mount Pleasant, is sponsoring a series of free cultural programs to celebrate Gullah heritage. These programs will take place every Saturday during March at Charles Pinckney National Historic site, beginning at 2 p.m. Charles Pinckney, a principal author and signer of the United States Constitution, owned seven plantations. A remnant of his Lowcountry plantation, Snee Farm is preserved today as Charles Pinckney National Historic Site. Enslaved Africans and African Americans on Lowcountry plantations developed a unique culture known collectively today as Gullah. Gullah people made significant contributions not African drumming will be part of the only to the plantation system but Gullah heritage programs at Charles also to American culture in general. Pickney National Historic site next These Gullah programs range month. from craft demonstrations such as quilting, cast-net making, wood-working and sweetgrass basket sewing to cooking, African drumming and story-telling, folk tales, spirituals and other musical performances. March 1 Veronica Gerald & Jesse Gantt, food culture Vera Manigault, sweetgrass basket demonstration

Alada Muima Shinault-Small, African tales NIA Productions, African drumming & dance March 8 Lincoln Middle High School, steel drums Carolyn Jabulile White, Sea Island storyteller Vermelle & Andrew Rodrigues, quilting & toys Vera Manigault, sweetgrass basket demonstration March 15 Stall High School, steel drums Anita Singleton-Prather, Pearlie Sue Gullah Tales Elijah Ford, sweetgrass basket demonstration March 22 Sharon & Frank Murray, rice production Dorothy Montgomery, quilting Vera Manigault, sweetgrass basket demonstration March 29 Ann Caldwell & the Magnolia Singers, spirituals William Rouse, sweetgrass basket demonstration Jeanette Lee, sweetgrass basket demonstration Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, located at 1254 Long Point Road in Mount Pleasant, is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. except for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Days. For more information, call 843.881.5516 or visit www.nps.gov/chpi.

Gullah historian Sharon Murray will give a presentation at the March 22 event.

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Is it time to get organized?

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BY HEIDI ALEXANDER

verwhelmed? If there is one word to describe the feeling associated with looking at your cluttered spaces, its most often overwhelmed. Youre probably asking or saying to yourself, Where do I begin? How do I begin? Im so embarrassed. My anxiety level just raised 20 notchesIll do it next yearget me a drink! The problem of overwhelming clutter is far, far more common than most people think, and occurs within virtually every demographic perhaps thats why getting organized is the second most popular New Years Resolution each year! There are many reasons why we find things out of control. However, the number one reason is that Americans are busier today than ever before. We are crushed with work; plus: Nightly homework no longer takes 20 minutes, but three hours Childrens extracurricular activities no longer are seasonal sports, but year-round. Many times requiring two hours travel times on weekends. Volunteering for childrens school, car-pool, birthday parties, travel, doctor/dentist appointments Cooking, cleaning, yard work, taking the pets to the vet/groomers, book club, Church, Bible study, yoga, grocery shopping, entertaining And of course, theres that pesky little thing called a job. The list goes on as you know (My head just exploded from writing all the duties and pressures that are put on us daily). Overcoming the anxiety is often done by hiring a professional organizer. This is a consultant who organizes for a living, and genuinely understands the mix of emotions their client is experiencing. Deciphering whats sentimental? What is worth passing on to the kids? What is worth selling? What can be given to the less fortunate? Do you

BEFORE

AFTER
need four can-openers? Does this dress make you feel fabulous? These are just some of the questions a professional organizer should ask. Some people fear that a professional organizer will arrive and begin throwing everything awaybut nothing could be further from the truth. Although many things do end up in the trash, it is ultimately up to you to decide. Its the organizer who will help you with those kind of decisions. Where to begin? It didnt take just a couple of days or even a week to create such clutter, so know that it will not take a couple of days or sometimes

one week to get it un-cluttered. Choose the room that causes you the most stress, and start with a section of the room, and organize one section at a time. Arrange 4 bins: 1. Keep 2. Trash 3. Give-away 4. Unsure When the bins are full, immediately organize the Keep and put it in its correct place, throw away the Trash, and bag up the Give-Aways and take it to your car. Most likely, when you go through the Unsure bin again, you will have made a decision of which other bin it will fall into. However, it youre still unsure, ask yourself, What would happen if I gave this away? 9 times out of 10 the answer is, Nothing. Organizing a section at a time will motivate you to do the next section, and so on. Of course, available time and anxiety all too often put the project on the back burnersometimes for decades. A professional organizer is like a personal fitness coach, as they help their clients focus and stay motivated. On the other hand, many clients prefer not to be at home during the reorganization, as it causes them even more stress. If you have ever watched the Hoarder shows, its like walking in after its complete and the stress is lifted of their shoulders and their eyes are widened. It is such a gratifying feeling for both the client and organizer. Trust is another factor in hiring a professional organizer. Call for references, speak to previous clients, view before and after photos, etc. If 2014 is your year to get organized, consider hiring a professional organizer. In short order youll have your home in order. Heidi Alexander is a professional organizer, and owner of Everything In Its Place. Questions can be directed to YeaGodBooDevil@ yahoo.com or at 843.697.5051 or visit EverythingInItsPlace-Charleston.com.

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island eats
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen: Enjoy a great beach atmosphere, casual Americana dining, and fresh-catch seafood for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. $$ 886-0024 www.acmecantina.com 31 J.C. Long Boulevard Isle of Palms, SC 29451 Ben & Jerrys: Enjoy an array of ice cream flavors, from Chocolate Therapy to Peach Cobbler on Isle of Palms Ocean Boulevard $ 886-6314 www.benandjerrys.com 1009 Ocean Boulevard, Isle of Palms, SC 29451 Caf Medley: Start your day or end it with a well rounded caf, serving breakfast, lunch, and a glass of wine in the evening. $$ 793-4055 www.cafemedley.com 2213 Middle Street Sullivans Island, SC 29482 The CO-OP: Sullivans Islands own Gourmet Grocery and Deli. Enjoy madeto-order sandwiches and salads that are perfect for everything from quick lunches to a long day on the beach! Patio dining available. $ 882-8088 www.thecoopsullivans.com 2019 Middle Street, Sullivan's Island, SC 29482 High Thyme Cuisine: A small island bistro with a wide range of dishes from seafood, tapas on Tuesdays, and a brunch on Sunday mornings. $$$ 883-3536 www.highthymecuisine.com 2213 Middle Street Sullivans Island, SC 29482 Home Team BBQ: Not limited to barbeque, this casual eatery also serves salads, wraps, tacos, and quesadillas, as well as Sunday brunch. $$ 883-3131 www.hometeambbq.com 2209 Middle Street Sullivans Island, SC 29482 Long Island Cafe: Come in for lunch, dinner, or Sunday brunch and enjoy all your favorite seafood plus so much more at this island favorite. $$ 886-8809 www.longislandcafesc.com 1515-A Palm Boulevard Isle of Palms, SC 29451 Luke 'n Ollie's: Come and enjoy made-to-order pizzas made from the finest ingredients. $$ 242-8121 www.lukenollies.com 1101-C Ocean Boulevard Isle of Palms, SC 29451 Morgan Creek Grill: Relax with a front row seat on the Intracoastal waterway while enjoying fresh seafood and southern hospitality. $$$ 886-8980 www.morgancreekgrill.com 80 41st Avenue Isle of Palms, SC 29451 Poes Tavern: Famous for their gourmet burgers and chicken sandwiches, this Poe-inspired eatery also features great deals on fresh fish tacos. $$ 883-0083 www.poestavern.com 2210 Middle Street Sullivans Island, SC SALT at Station 22: Enjoy a fun atmosphere with fresh seafood and southern favorites, and a fresh, local raw bar. $$$ 883-3355 www.saltstation22.com 2205 Middle Street Sullivans Island, SC 29482 Sullivans: Grab a casual dinner of fried flounder or crab cakes in a cozy atmosphere, as well as lunch on the weekends. $$ 883-3222 2019 Middle Street Sullivans Island, SC 29482 Taco Mamacita: Enjoy made-from-scratch Tex Mex soups, salads, tacos, and enchiladas, and quench your thirst with one of several specialty margaritas. $$ 789-4107 www.tacomamacita.com 2213-B Middle Street Sullivans Island, SC 29482 The Windjammer: Isle of Palms home to live music, this fun beach club features unbeatable prices on sandwiches, burgers, and seafood. $$ 886-8596 www.the-windjammer.com 1008 Ocean Boulevard Isle of Palms, SC 29451

ate Alcotts The Dressmaker is the Edgar Allan Poe Book Clubs next book. This vivid, romantic, and relentlessly compelling historical novel tells the story of a spirited young woman who survives the sinking of The Titanic, only to find herself embroiled in the media frenzy left in the wake of the tragedy. The discussion for this book will be on Saturday, March 15 at 10:30 a.m. at the Edgar Allan Poe Branch Library. Refreshments will be served. For more information email Darlingc@ccpl.org or call 843.883.3914.

From left, Rachel Hamilton, East Cooper Meals on Wheels Recipient Services Manager, and Kim Blalock, East Cooper Meals on Wheels Program Assistant, celebrate with Miss Aggie, a resident of Sullivans Island, on her 103rd birthday.

Sullivans Miss Aggie turns 103

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

BY LAUREN ADAMS

ast Cooper Meals on Wheels is fortunate to have served the needs of over 450 individuals this past year, but one of the most interesting is undoubtedly 103-year-old Agatha Thomas of Sullivan's Island. Miss Aggie, as she has been known for almost a century now, was born right here on Sullivan's Island on February 10, 1911, and except for the years during World War II spent in North Charleston, has lived on the island all her life. To help her celebrate such a milestone, several staff members traveled to Miss Aggie's home on Monday, February 10, 2014, to wish her a very happy birthday with flowers and a balloon, along with plenty of hugs and smiles. "This is wonderful, just wonderful! Miss Aggie said. I don't think I've had such a wonderful birthday!" She recalls being a happy beneficiary of the Meals on Wheels program since November of 2006, saying, "The people from Meals on Wheels are always courteous and thoughtful; they do anything for you they can. In all the years I very seldom got a meal I didn't like. It's a wonderful program."

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Getting big laughs in Myrtle Beach

ROADTRIPS CHARLESTON
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

February 28, 2014

BY CAROL ANTMAN

y parents raised me by example to not mind making a fool of myself, which was a big asset on a recent trip to Myrtle Beach. It was the off-season and the towns garishness and crowds were dialed down. My girlfriend and I were not entirely disappointed to not be able to chomp on turkey legs while watching jousting horsemen, or hit a golf ball past dinosaurs at one of the dozens of miniature golf courses. They were all closed. But because it was winter we could book an inexpensive 2-bedroom cabin complete with a little kitchen and a screened Hypnosis is part of the fun to be had at Myrtle Beach. porch at the Myrtle Beach State Park without much notice. undeveloped maritime forest left during Jewish religious services. Horsemen were galloping their in the area. We rode bikes in the Following the sound, we came picturesque steeds through the parks extensive nature trails and upon Steven Smith with a table waves, a winter privilege. There strolled along its undeveloped full of different sizes of rams horns. You called the Jews? I was no need for the assigned beach. While returning from a walk asked. Well here I am! He was fishing spots on the pier and the along the pier, our ears caught practicing for his Shofar Ministry pompano and whiting were still the piercing sound of a familiar and explained that the pattern he biting. The park bills itself as but unexpected horn. That was sounding meant Wake Up! The Last Stand on the Grand sounds like a shofar! I said. Something major is underway. Strand. Its 312 acres are the only Previously I had only heard one

Make yourselves ready! That was a good segue for our other Myrtle Beach experiences. We woke up our taste buds at Redi-et Ethiopian Cuisine. The nearly empty dining room was simple and colorfully decorated. The menu required some translation: doro wat, ye beg wat, alicha, shire, atkilt but the exotically spiced split peas, collards and chicken were all delicious. When I asked the beautiful Ethiopian waitress for a fork she kindly acquiesced but the injera, a flatbread, proved to be a better way to scoop up the morsels and eat with our hands. You cant go to Myrtle Beach and not do something cheesy. Its a rule. Rich and Beth Wilds Wild for Hypnosis Comedy Show sells out throughout the tourist season but the winter audience was much smaller. We sat next to a young woman with a Bite Me t-shirt and waited with Roadtrip continues on page 19

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roll shows or the abundant Sunday brunch its worth expectation. With hypnotism, we a visit here because of the go into the mind to find whats 55,000 square feet of art in there Rich began. He used to that encrusts every surface. be a cow foot doctor but began Isaac Tigrett built all 13 of his two-year study to become a the House of Blues venues hypnotist over 18 years ago and before selling to Live Nation. has been performing ever since. His collection of outsider Its kind of a truth serum he art rivals museums and explained. I didnt need much includes Al Capones bar encouragement to volunteer with and a God Wall made by about a dozen others and submit Andrew Wood that covers to Richs power of suggestion. the ceiling with plaster casts Over the next hour or so I was of dozens of Blues legends. convinced that a puppy had Much of the buildings licked my face then messed in my materials and art are lap, that Id milked a miniature reclaimed and found objects, and then a giant cow; I danced like the bedazzled shoes that enthusiastically, got extremely encircle the entry. Praise hot and then freezing cold, and the Lord and pass the held my nose when Beth sang biscuits is a good start to because wed been told she stank. The House of Blues is built predominately from reclaimed and found objects. Sundays in Myrtle Beach. When Rich commanded Wed received religious that every time we heard a particular song in Sleep! in between each bit, the young messages, eaten exotic food and made the future we were to jump out of our seats, woman next to me collapsed into my lap. complete fools of ourselves, all within a couple slap our butts and yell, Whos your daddy? One woman catapulted out of her chair and It was a mysterious experience. The biggest hours drive. sprawled onto the floor, still sleeping. A Roadtrips Charleston! is a feature of Island thing is to see smiles on the peoples faces skimpily dressed teenage girl belted out I Eye News. Each month the column presents and know I did it, Beth said. Kissed a Girl complete with choreography. Our spirits woke up again at the rollicking adventurous, interesting destinations within a Then Rich planted a post hypnotic suggestion House of Blues Gospel Brunch. few hours drive of Charleston. Carol Antmans Fortified with our make-your-own passion for outdoor and artistic experiences IF YOU GO Bloody Marys, we heartily sang with has led her to exotic and nearby destinations Myrtle Beach State Park: www.myrtlebeachsp.com the grooving house band Ive Got a far and wide. For more photos or to make Redi-et Ethiopian Cuisine: www.redi-et.com Feelin Everythings Gonna Be Alright. comments or suggestions, please see www. Wild for Hypnosis Comedy Show: big-laughs.com We so believed it. Even without rock n peaksandpotholes.blogspot.com.

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February 28, 2014

Hospital Goes Red For Women

ast Cooper Medical Center joined the nationwide movement by celebrating National Wear Red Day with Go Red for Women on Friday, Feb. 7 to help fight womens No. 1 killerheart disease. Heart disease claims more lives than all forms of cancer combined. For more than 10 years, the American Heart Association has sponsored National Wear Red Day to raise awareness in the fight against heart disease in women. For more information visit www.goredforwomen.org/wearredda.

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Saving is good, but its not investing

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FINANCIAL FOCUS
BY DIMI MATOUCHEV

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ts a good thing to have some savings. When you put the money in a low-risk account, you can be pretty sure it will be readily available when you need it. Nonetheless, saving is not investing and knowing the difference could pay off for you far into the future. Think about it this way: Saving is for today, while investing is for tomorrow. You need your savings to pay for your daily expenses, such as groceries, and your monthly bills mortgage, utilities, and so on. In fact, you might even want your savings to include an emergency fund containing six to 12 months worth of living expenses to pay for unexpected costs, such as a new furnace or a major car repair. These are all here and now expenses and you could use your savings to pay for them. But in thinking of your longterm goals, such as college for your children and a comfortable retirement for yourself, most individuals typically cant simply rely on their savings theyll need to invest. Why? Because, quite simply, investments can grow and you will need this growth potential to help achieve your objectives. To illustrate the difference between saving and investing,

lets do a quick comparison. Suppose you put $200 per month into a savings account that paid hypothetical 3 percent interest (which is actually higher than the rates typically being paid today). After 30 years, you would have accumulated about $106,000, assuming you were in the 25 percent federal tax bracket. Now, suppose you put that same $200 per month in a tax-deferred investment that hypothetically earned 7 percent a year. At the end of 30 years, you would end up with about $243,000. (Keep in mind that you would have to pay taxes on withdrawals. Hypotheticals do not include any transaction costs or fees.) This enormous disparity between the amounts accumulated in the two accounts clearly shows the difference between saving and investing. Still, you might be thinking that investing is risky, while savings accounts carry much less risk. And it is certainly true that investing does involve risks investments can lose value, and theres no guarantee that losses will be recovered. Nonetheless, if you put all your money in savings, youre actually incurring an even bigger risk the risk of not achieving your financial goals. In fact, a low-rate

savings account might not even keep up with inflation, which means that, over time, you will lose purchasing power. Ultimately, the question isnt whether you should save or invest you need to do both. But you do need to decide how much of your financial resources to devote toward savings and how much toward investments. By paying close attention to your cash flow, you should be able to get a good idea of the best savings and investment mix for your particular situation. For example, if you find yourself constantly dipping into your long-term

investments to pay for short-term needs, you probably dont have enough money in savings. On the other hand, if you consistently find yourself with large sums in your savings account even after youve paid all your bills, you might be sitting on too much cash which means you should consider moving some of this money into investments with growth potential. Saving and investing thats a winning combination. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

Breac h Inlet Tide Char t

Date
Feb 28 Mar 1 Mar 2 Mar 3 Mar 4 Mar 5 Mar 6 Mar 7 Mar 8 Mar 9 Mar 10 Mar 11 Mar 12 Mar 13

High Tide
6:53am/7:07pm 7:44am/7:59pm 8:32am/8:49pm 9:20am/9:37pm 10:06am/10:25pm 10:53am/11:13pm 11:42am 12:03am/12:33pm 12:56am/1:28pm 1:53am/3:26pm 3:51am/4:23pm 4:47am/5:18 pm 5:40am/6:08pm 6:27am/6:55pm

Low Tide
12:21am/12:54pm 1:15am/1:43pm 2:07am/2:30pm 2:58am/3:17pm 3:47am/4:03pm 4:37am/4:49pm 5:28am/5:37pm 6:22am/6:28pm 7:18am/7:24pm 9:16am/9:22pm 10:14am/10:20pm 11:06am/11:14pm 11:54am 12:04am/12:36pm

Hurricanes, storms etc., are NOT included in the predictions. Tidal current direction changes and tide time predictions can be very different. Tide predictions are PREDICTIONS; they can be wrong so use common sense.

Source: www.saltwatertides.com

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I have PUPS but they are not cute and cuddly

COMPUTER CORNER

February 28, 2014

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BY BOB HOOPER

UPs, or Potentially Unwanted Programs, are those pesky programs that get installed somehow or another and constantly bother you with pop-ups or "reminders" that you need to do something like back up your computer. With the amount of damage they do your computer experience I really don't know why they are not considered malware. The best answer is that a lot of companies use them to follow you on the internet so they can tailor ads specifically to you. Some common PUPs would be the Ask toolbar, Rocketfuel, Babylon toolbar, SweetIM or Sweetpacs, Funmoods etc. They are so numerous that the list grows daily. These programs or toolbars are generally not caught by your anti-virus software because they are not considered malware and therefore not included in daily updates. The way you end up with these s when you are installing a program and you opt for the easy or default install. This will install the program and in some cases 1020 of these PUPs. The way to avoid this is by choosing a "custom" install and unchecking any programs that you dont want. Even updates for programs like Adobe come with

optional programs, which are not needed. There are tools that can rid your computer of these PUPs, but most are somewhat hard to use, in that they can change settings that could make your computer unstable.

One tool to use is JWR (junkware removal - www.bleepingcomputer. com/download/junkware-removaltool). There are other tools at the site, but they can be dangerous if not used correctly. I would suggest using a professional (like me) to clean them up. Remember that if you are infected with PUPs you may be infected with more dangerous malware. Always update your anti-virus software, and if it updates automatically it's good to check at least once a week to make sure it is still updating. All software can be hacked and turned off for certain programs, which allows them to download and infect your computer without the anti-virus being aware. One last comment is to again be very aware of telephone calls, emails, instant messages, Facebook messages etc, that want to "help" you with your computer problems. They are scams, plain and simple. As always if you have questions or need help you can call or email me, Rent A Bob at 843.822.7794 or email at rentabob@live.com.

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South Carolinas native orchid

MYSTERY PLANT
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BY JOHN NELSON

March School Lunch Menu

[Answer: "Cranefly orchid," Tipularia discolor]

ave you ever been inside an herbarium? The word herbarium is often confused with the word arboretum. Now, an herbarium, such as the one where I work, is a collection of dried, pressed plants, used variously as a scientific resource for botanists who study plant taxonomy. An arboretum, on the other hand, is basically a garden of living trees. Both herbaria and arboreta come in wide varieties of size and function. But they are definitely not the same. I frequently get phone calls from people who want to come visit the herbarium here and see the beautiful flowers, and when they find out that it is a big, crowded room filled with microscopes, computer terminals, work benches, and thousands of dried, pressed specimens all stored in expensive steel cabinets, they are a bit disappointed. Well have to count all this as a sort of botanical misunderstanding. On the other hand, an herbarium could be considered a garden of very dry, flat plants. Another misunderstanding in botany, perpetuated by a good many people, is that the orchids are beautiful plants with fascinating flowersthis part is accurateand that all orchids grow as epiphytes in the steamy tropicsthis part is not accurate. In fact, this weeks Mystery Plant is an orchid native to the southeastern states, and it grows on the ground. Its a curious native herb that produces its leaves in the fall, and keeps them all winter. I saw some this on a recent cold February

the lower surface is prominently reddish purple. Late in the spring, these distinctive leaves begin to rot, and by summer, they have disappeared, completely. Then the plant blooms. The tiny flowers are pale, pink to greenish, produced on a slender, leafless stalk that may grow up to a foot tall, maybe more. These flowers blend into the landscape, and are not always easy to see, so the plants are often overlooked while blooming. The flowers themselves resemble crane-flies, and the genus of the plant name is derived from the name for crane-fly, which is Tipula. These flowers don't seem to have much interest for crane-flies, PHOTO BY LINDA LEE though: certain moths pollinate morning whilst out gathering leaves for my the flowers. The flowering stalks botany class. It is a fairly common species, last through the summer and then produce found from New England to central Florida, capsules (or seedpods), which disperse the and west to Texas. In South Carolina, it grows many thousands of tiny seeds. The cycle is throughout the state, most often in hardwood completed after the flower stalks dry up and forests. fall, and the beautiful leaves reappear. The plants often grow in large patches, and John Nelson is the curator of the A. C. Moore they can withstand considerable shade. The Herbarium at the University of South Carolina, stems are completely underground, usually in the Department of Biological Sciences, consisting of a number of swollen, bulbous Columbia SC 29208. As a public service, the "corms" attached in a line. A given plant will Herbarium offers free plant identifications. For generally produce only a single leaf, and the more information, visit www.herbarium.org, leaves are most often flat on the ground. The leaves are somewhat egg-shaped, pointed call 803.777.8196, or email nelson@sc.edu. at the end, and pleated, somewhat like a paper fan. The leaves are very easy to recognize, as the top surface is green, and

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