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FALL FISHING GUIDE
A How To Guide For Snagging Reds and Trout
GREENWAVE FOOTBALL
Mode r n Living in the Old South ~ Summe r ville’s Magazine
OUR UNIQUE NOTCH IN THE BIBLE BELT
Tackles Television
SOUTHERN VICTORIAN A Grand Tour Of One Of The South’s Most Stunning Classic Homes
THE ART OF TAILGATING History & Recipes
A glimpse into some of Summerville’s oldest, and most beautiful churches
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10 SOUTHERN LIFE 10 GARDENING 11 THE INTERIM REPORT 12 ONE HOT MARTINI: Fire Tea 13 MODERN SOUTHERN LADY 14 CRAFTING 16 BOOK REVIEW: George Singleton’s South “The Half-Mammals of Dixie” 17 POSSIBILITIES REPORT A graphical look at what this area needs
18 THE GREENWAVE Tackles Television 23 SOUTHERN STYLE 24 Outdoor 26 Home 28 Fashion 31 REVIEW: Hair Care 32 FROM PARIS WITH LOVE
/ COLUMNS 34 / Taste THE LOWCOUNTRY PALATE
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A mother and daughter team are molding creativity and business
46 / Faith THE LATEST CRAZE: Silly Bandz Silly Bandz have made their stake on American culture and now the craze is befallen on all children to keep pace with the trend. by Will Browning
The art, history, and food of tailgating by The Carolina Gourmand
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Your next vacation could be closer than you think. Sometimes the best vacations are just around the corner! Now is the perfect time to plan a minivacation close to home – especially when our community has so much to offer. Why not go golfing, kayaking, tour a plantation, eat at one of many fine restaurants, or browse in the one-of-a-kind shops around town. Stop by the Summerville Visitor Center for even more great ideas! Or visit our web site at VisitSummerville.com.
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Fall is here, the Reds and Trout are hungry, and we’ve convinced two expert anglers to give us a how to guide for snagging the big one by Will Rizzo
64 Built On A Rock Our unique notch of the Bible Belt by Katie DePoppe
78 Seasonal Calendar 81 Kid’s Meal Deals
56 A Place Called Home
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Charity auction at Woodlands inn -The Eclectic Chef Anniversary Fundraiser for the Frances R. Willis SPCA
88 Last Call
A classic Victorian is firmly grounded with family roots by Will Rizzo
ON THE COVER Bishop Pengelley Memorial Chapel. Photo: Dottie Langley Rizzo
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The past few months have, arguably, been the toughest of my thirty four years. This was the first time in my life that I have experienced, not just the death of a loved one, but the process of dying itself. It forced me to come face to face with my faith. It was four years ago that my mother-in-law began fighting breast cancer–one month ago, cancer won. We were halfway into producing our cover story “BUILT ON A ROCK: Our Unique Notch In The Bible Belt” (pg.64), when my mother-in-law’s condition took a turn for the worse. The previous three weeks, we had been all over the area photographing churches, learning the history, and meeting new people. I was sitting on the couch one afternoon, when my wife called and said that I needed to come to her mom’s as soon as I could. It had only been two days since I had last seen her up and around the house, so when I walked in the door, I was shocked to see her laying their, incoherent, on the hospice bed. A rush
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of fear and unsettling questions hit me like a bus. I didn’t have years to talk theology with my friends, I had days, maybe hours to look my faith in the eye and hope it was strong enough to handle this. The next three days were spent with my family, in that little den where she was dying, singing songs, praying, and sharing stories. It was those several days that helped me find what I needed. I was looking for answers, but faith doesn’t give answers. It gives hope. By simply going through that experience, my faith was renewed. It was but a couple of days when life forced us back to work–back to the churches. It was a real blessing to be in the midst of this project during this tough time. Visiting these historic places of worship, and talking with some of the people who are a part of them, helped me to see how present God really is. I went looking for stories and ended up with a great one of my own. Now, I’m not going to get into this here, but if you ever run into me, ask me about the dragonflies.
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NEWFOUND GEM Just wanted you to know how pleased I am with this magazine. The Lowcountry is my home and I’ve been away for quite some time (upstate and out west). Moving back to Ridgeville came with many challenges and although there are still many hurdles ahead…I have finally accepted Southern living as “my” way of life. Your beautiful magazine brought it all home for me last evening…there’s nothing sweeter than enjoying the Summer in a country setting. Please let me know where your distribution locations are….I have shared this newfound gem with others. Christie White, Ridgeville BEAUTIFUL AS ALWAYS Just saw the new issue and it is beautiful as always! It is a real tribute to Summerville-- I love how you acquaint us with so many members of our community. Thanks for keeping up the great quality of the magazine!
EXCELLENCE During our PTSA meeting last night our board member from Miler Country Club brought us all a copy of your magazine. THE EXCELLENCE continues-what a wonderful representation of OUR Summerville. Thank You! Tina Zimmerman, Summerville WHAT A WONDERFUL PUBLICATION I wanted to congratulate you and all the staff of Azalea Magazine! What a wonderful publication! I absolutely loved all the articles and photographs. Your magazine is a real plus for Summerville. Looking forward to reading your future issues. Shirle H. Campbell, Summerville
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/ CORRECTIONS In “2010 Summer Day-Trip Guide” we failed to credit some wonderful photographs. Please allow us to do so here.
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/ CONTRIBUTORS
< Katie DePoppe / writer
Katie DePoppe is an award-winning freelance writer, event planner, and public relations consultant. She lives in historic Summerville with her husband Ryan, their son Maxwell, and their three dogs-Oliver, Atticus, and Poe. katie.depoppe@gmail.com
Margie Sutton / stylist >
This mother of 4 and grandmother of 2 is a 30 year veteran of the beauty and fashion industry. Margie manages the Summerville Stella Nova location, and has been the lead stylist,for the past three years, for Charleston Fashion Week.
< Dottie Langley Rizzo / photographer
Dottie Langley Rizzo, a lifelong Summervillian and Greenwave alum, lives with her husband Will, her children Paris and Davison, and a small zoo of animals, just down the street from her childhood home. dottie@azaleamag.com
Melissa Williams / writer >
Melissa is the Director of Tourism/Marketing at the Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce. Mrs. Williams received a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Prior to the chamber, she served as public relations manager for the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism for six years. Melissa is married to Winston and is the mother to Lindsay (11) and Winston II (7).
< Will Browning / writer and pastor
Will is the Teaching Pastor at a new modern church in Summerville, The Journey Church. He is the father of three kids and is married to his college sweetheart, Tarah. Will is an avid sports fan, a voracious reader, and a coach for young leaders. Will is currently pursuing his Doctorate at Southern Seminary in Louisville, KY. willsjourney@gmail.com
The Carolina Gourmand
Who, or what, is a Carolina Gourmand? It’s that rich individual, who can understand Gullah, enjoy the simplicity of country cooking or can tell the difference in fresh ‘creek shrimp’ and its frozen cousins from China.
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LIFE S O U T H E R N
Those things we love to enjoy at a Southern pace.
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A ROOM WITH A VIEW
Create an affordable outdoor living space with plenty of color Plants, just like people here in the South, are always happy to see Fall approaching. It brings cooler days and pleasant nights. We yearn to get back outdoors verses staying in the air conditioning. Fall is a great time to plant. The scorching heat of the Summer has subsided, making it easier for plants and their planters. Many of us have the traditional concrete patio in our backyard. There are many ways to spruce up that patio and make it feel like a relaxing beautiful destination right at home. Here are some tips: • Purchase patio furniture at the end of summer sales. • Plant a couple nice trees and or shrubs around the patio.
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• Add character to the area by putting a cluster of pots in the corner. Vary the height of the pots. Use different plants, herbs, and flowers in them. • Depending on your budget, you could add a Pergola over the top of your patio, creating a cozy outdoor room. For those without a patio, there is an economical, somewhat easy fix to that. Order a large pallet of flagstone. Lay the flagstone about 3”-4” apart right in your grass. Keep the grass in the joints mowed to a reasonable height with a weed eater. Place your outdoor furniture out there on the stone and enjoy! This project could be completed for $650 or less, depending on the size patio you are creating, and what type of stone you use. Another way to liven up your Fall outdoor experience is with FLOWERS and COLOR! For now your perennials and annuals you planted in the Spring and Summer are still thriving. In my experience, if you want Snapdragons or Pansies through the Winter, you should start putting them out towards the end of October. Some people
may put them out earlier or later. I’ve just found that the end of October tends to be a good time, since the weather is much cooler, and the plants have time to get established before we start with the freezes. If you are wanting some Fall flowers, Camellia Sasanquas are a FAVORITE in our area. They are a wonderful flowering shrub, that is also evergreen (does not lose it’s leaves)! Depending on the variety you choose a Sasanqua will bloom from September to December. There are early bloomers which would be September to October, the mid bloomers would be October to November, and the late bloomers are November to December. Camellia Sasanquas come in an assortment of colors! There are also various types of blooms/flower forms and flower sizes. So start planning now for your Fall garden. Make your backyard a place to relax and enjoy the drop in temperature. If you need any ideas or help planning let me know....I’m here to help! Happy Planting! Elizabeth Ward Ward’s Nursery / Matthew Ward Landscapes 465 W. Butternut Rd., Summerville 695.1193 matthewwardlandscapes.com
/ THE INTERIM REPORT
Katherine Russell
A junior at Summerville High School, Katherine Russell is a staff writer for the Wave-Breaker, a member of National Honors Society, and Junior Class Treasurer. Upon completion of High School, Katherine plans to attend Clemson University and major in Communications. She enjoys going to Clemson football games and the beach, is an active member in her community and church, and aspires to one day be a news anchor. katheriner@bellsouth.net
THE YEARNING TO BE ACCEPTED By KATHERINE RUSSELL The first day of school is by far my most anticipated day of the year. What am I going to wear? Will I make it on the basketball team? Are my friends going to have the same lunch? Will I make it to class on time? Do my shoes match my shirt? Will the guy in my Spanish class finally look at me? WILL I BE ACCEPTED? I am familiar with each of these questions. As a sixteen year old honors student, attempting to balance academics, friends, and outside activities, I still have to maintain my “reputation.” The key to success in high school is the overused, but ever so true, statement “stay true to yourself.” As teenagers, we all make the mistake of worrying what others think of us. We try to buy the trendiest clothes, hang out with the most popular people, and attend the best parties, while we should be concerned with our character. Our character is who we actually are, while our “reputation” is only what others think we are.
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Life would be much more simple if we could stop worrying about the superficial things of life, and start to focus on finding our true selves–the individuals God created us to be. Go out and join a club that interests you. Make friends with people you actually enjoy being around. Understand that just because someone is more popular, wealthier, or better looking than you, doesn’t make them better. Don’t strive to be friends with people in the hopes of gaining a good reputation, because more than likely, they won’t turn out to be your true friends. A true friend is someone who accepts you for who you are–who wants to be around you, wherever you may fall on the scale of popularity.
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/ THE MODERN SOUTHERN LADY
Liz Graham
A native Midwesterner (a Hoosier to be specific), Liz has adopted the Southern way of life for the past 9 years. She lives in Summerville with her husband Brad, and two wildly wonderful children, Ava and Max. Liz is a passionate advocate for the YMCA, possibly because she is their Marketing Director, possibly because of all of the good they do? Lizg1371@gmail.com
EMBRACE THE MOMENT
by LIZ GRAHAM
When I was a young girl, not much older than my daughter, we did not have a lot. My mother was newly divorced, returning to the workforce as a teacher, and getting her Masters, all while caring for my two younger brothers and me. We got by never knowing that the cheese we were eating was government-provided or that the lunch we ate at school was free. It was okay because we did not know any better. Growing up this way has made me appreciate the life that I have now. I want my children to understand that not everything can be handed to them and I definitely don’t want them to be spoiled. Now, I daily watch my Princess’s wish list grow … and I know we could provide all of her wants (mainly because her desires are mostly in the $5.99 price range), but I also know it is not healthy for a child to get everything she wants. Thanks to my childhood, I want my children to understand that they cannot have everything they want. I want my children to appreciate that some people have less than others. And as they grow, I want to teach them that they have a responsibility to help those that have less. But, then again, my Princess is FOUR. She’s still going to ask me to get her something every time we go into Target. She is still going to ask me to get her the newest toy shown on TV. And I am still going to fight the temptation to do it every time because there is a very large part of me that just wants to give her everything. I literally want to get her the Moon. (It’s way over-priced by the way!) Then something amazing happened the other day. My Princess took a toy out of her toy box and said, “Maybe we can give this to a little boy or girl who does not have very many toys.” “What a great idea, Princess. That is so thoughtful and generous of you.”
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SUPPLIES: Fabric, ribbon, paper Craft glue Clothespins Small magnets Hot glue gun Scissors Step 1: Select your ribbon, fabric, or paper to cover the tops of your clothespins. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re using all three! On the wrong-sides of your paper and fabric, trace an outline of the top your clothespin (your tracing should resemble a skinny rectangle). Step 2: Cut out your traced clothespin from the paper and the fabric; cut a length of ribbon long enough to cover your clothespin. You may choose to use pinking shears to cut your fabric to give it a textured edge if you like. We also like to pink the edges of our ribbon, to help reduce fraying. This is completely optional! Step 3: Using your craft glue, glue the wrong-sides of your paper, fabric, and ribbon to the tops of your clothespins. With a small paintbrush (or even your fingers!) run some craft glue over the top and edges of your fabric, ribbon, and paper. This will dry clear and give your note holders a glossy, finished look. Step 4: Fire up your hot glue gun, and glue your magnets to the very top and back of your clothespin. Step 5: Once dry, enjoy! You have a creative and fun way to hold notes and photos on your fridge. Change your clothespins out every season-with a craft this easy and fun, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no need to do it only once!
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ALWAYS IN SEASON
Take some time and bring the entire family, including Fido, to our newly expanded 8-acre nursery.
Ward’s Nursery and Landscapes offers traditional trees, fruit trees, herbs, vegetables evergreens, flowering shrubs, perennials and annuals distinguished to the Lowcountry. Gaze into the four ponds for a bounty of water gardening ideas. Choose from a large array of rock, stone or boulders to accent your backyard oasis. Meander through our display of walkways, patios, and pergolas. Come out and see; you may just never want to leave.
Ward’s Nursery and Matthew Ward Landscapes are now both owned and operated by Matthew Ward.
465 W. Butternut Rd., Summerville 695.1193 matthewwardlandscapes.com
/ REVIEW
Don’t Ditch It, I Can Stitch It. REPAIRING SHOES SADDLES LUGGAGE JACKETS PURSES GOLF BAGS AND MORE.
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George Singleton’s South by KATIE DEPOPPE To say that George Singleton knows the South is an understatement: Most of us who have lived here for any length of time can look upon his references to debutantes, cockroaches, and Winn Dixie with a knowing nod. And while it is not his allusions to other deep-seated “southern” themes that set him apart as a writer, it is his unique presentation of the material that teaches the reader through this collection of short stories. In The Half-Mammals of Dixie, Singleton, a Pickens County native and teacher at the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, does not mince words when attacking racism and showing his disgust for deadbeat parents—themes not solely “southern,” but ones that are, nevertheless, associated. Singleton’s unique voice and fresh way of presenting perspective on these common themes are most noteworthy: He is, at times, harsh, but does not preach, and his writing abounds with humor and even tenderness. The humor is most endearing as Singleton describes through his narrator, Bennie Frewer, in the tale “This Itches Y’all,” his wife’s non-Southern family tree: Gabrielle had not emerged from a cotton mill-owning family, or doffers who only married doffers. Her coat of arms showed something other than a cotton ball, a shotgun, and a car engine hung from a tree limb” (47). Singleton skillfully weaves pleasantry with politics and pokes fun at old Dixie only the way a southerner can. Another of his works is entitled These People Are Us. My thoughts exactly, George. Note: His collection is worthy of the read, especially for literary types, but if you’re offended by differing political ideas or profanity (in moderation), it might be best to skip this one. ~Katie
Possibilities Report
A Graphical Look At What This Area Needs By Melissa Williams
Growth is a word that has become synonymous with Summerville and Dorchester County. In an effort, to understand this growth and where money is being spent in the county the Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber, the Town of Summerville, Dorchester County, Summerville D.R.E.A.M., the Town of St. George, and the Tri-County Chamber of Commerce brought Arnett Muldrow & Associates, Ltd. to Dorchester County for a retail study. The study shows that Dorchester County is losing about $381 million each year in local retail revenue due to residents leaving the area to spend money in other counties. The study shows that the Summerville area would benefit from more bars and restaurants as well as bookstores, car dealerships, specialty grocery stores like Whole Foods or Earth Fare, furniture stores and clothing stores. Tripp Muldrow, Arnett Muldrow & Associates, Ltd. urban planner, commended the delegation in Dorchester County that came together for the study.
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With one of the most storied programs in all of sports, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to believe that Summerville football is only now hitting the tube. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I was in Nashville hanging out with the Tennessee Titans organization, we would talk about John McKissick and Summervilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s football program,â&#x20AC;? says Dr. Lucas Fry of WLCN Channel 18. After years with major programmers like Disney and TBN, Dr. Fry was in Nashville producing music videos when he got the call to head up Channel 18. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The first thing I did, before buying the first piece of equipment, was reach out to Coach McKissick,â&#x20AC;? Fry says. This year Channel 18 was picked up by all of the major cable providers, including Comcast, Time Warner and Knology. John McKissick, the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winningest high school football coach, has agreed to host a live, weekly call-in show about Summerville High School football. Full coverage of the weekly games will be aired three times a week. So, wether you want to paint your face green and gold and hit the stands, or if sitting on the couch with a bucket of boiled peanuts is more your speed, now is the best time ever to be a Greenwave fan.
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Third Thursdays Art Walk September 16 5-8pm
12th Anniversary Gala October 21 5-8pm Wine and Cheese Party November 18 5-8pm
130 Central Ave. 843.871.0297 www.artcgalleryltd.com HOURS Mon. - Sat. 10am - 5pm A gallery of fine art and crafts all made by local artists. Located in Historic Downtown Summerville.
The Looking Glass Art Studio Visit our website, or give us a call for class schedules and registration. 819.4177 227B South Cedar St. Located on Short Central in Historic Downtown Sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ville
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The kitchen table is the centerpiece of most Southern homes. These vintage style tablecloths will add color and whimsy to any occasion. $68-78; Marigolds
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Azalea’s own, Margie Sutton, was one of only six U.S. stylist chosen by ORIBE to work the Paris show of French fashion designer Christophe Lamier. Lamier was in Paris to debut his new couture line. After working for Lacoste for four years, Lamier has been hired by French powerhouse Hermes. ”In April I went to Las Vegas for training with the ORIBE team. There were over 200 stylists in attendance. We were assigned models and had several styling objectives. Our models were then photographed. To everyone’s surprise, the ORIBE team chose six stylist to go to Paris for the show.” Margie is Azalea’s Style Editor, Manager and designer stylist for Stella Nova, and a lead stylist for Charleston Fashion Week.
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The art, history, and food of
TAILGATING by
The Carolina Gourmand
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n the South, fall means football and football means party times, as in weekend bacchanals and spirited rivalries lasting from Friday evenings to Sundays. And, nowhere else have I witnessed such rabid undertakings than in the parking fields surrounding Southern football stadiums. Yes, my dear friends, we are talking about Tailgating, or in Lowcountry terms – Tailgat’n. The art of tailgating goes way back in history. Most people think it started with sporting events, and yes, football and horse racing were significant in taking the ‘backyard picnic’ up a few notches. Currently the most elegant tailgating affair in the state is the annual Carolina Cup horse races in Camden. This mobile picnic is rather tame compared to the rabid ingesting of food and drink roosting (not a pun for the Gamecocks) outside football stadiums across the South. However, the first mention of eating from the back of transporting vehicles goes back to the early colonial period in our own beautiful Lowcountry. As the plantation and farming cultures began moving inland to cultivating the rich estuaries around Charleston, Beaufort, and Georgetown a growing need for social and spiritual outlays developed which filled the void that ‘city life’ provided a rapidly spawning breed of aristocracy. Churches began to dot the rural Lowcountry, strategically placed, that birthed the renowned rituals that are still in practice to this day. 36 AZALEA MAGAZINE / FALL 2010
As early as 1706, movement to establish the inland par-
ishes was well underway. St. Andrews Parish was situated along the Ashley River, St. James in the Goose Creek area, Christ Church east of the Cooper river, and Pompion Hill sitting on high land of the East Branch of The Cooper River were flourishing destinations on Sunday mournings for the Plantation owners. There are well documented notes about these gatherings which included a rich ‘post-worship social’ occupying the grounds “in a feastly way.” Many plantation owners brought two wagons to ‘Sunday-go-meeting’ times; one for the plantation family and one for the ‘household slaves’ and the vast array of food that they brought. While the services were being held inside the churches, the slaves prepared the food outside, listening to the preaching and singing while they worked. Many believe this was the first introduction of the ‘buckra’s’ (white man) God to the slaves. When they returned to the plantations, these household slaves shared the “Word” and music with the other slaves. So, the fanatical feast that we enjoy on Saturdays really began with humble roots grounded in the Spirit, and I don’t mean the spiritual consumption accompanying bar-b-que. Allow me to entice you with some solid party food that may catch your attention and maybe ease your trepidations on ‘game-day’. Come with me and enjoy the solid approach to fun, camaraderie and good cooking on the go.
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<<< PULLED PORK TAILGAT’N SUNDAE This feast is easily prepared the day before the game. On game day simply heat and smoke the ‘que’ and then enjoy the camaraderie without spending all morning cooking. 1 – 4 to 6 pound Boston butt coated with the following rub. 3 Tbsp. smoky paprika 2 tsp. seasoned salt 2 tsp. black pepper 2 Tbsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. red pepper 2 tsp. ground oregano 1 tsp. dry mustard 1.2 tsp. chili powder
The day before the game: Place the coated butt in a large slow cooker and pour 1 cup of wine vinegar, 2 cups of water, ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce, and 1 bay leaf into the cooker. Cook on low heat for 8 to 10 hours. This is great to put on the heat at bed-time and let cook throughout the night. Note: Sometimes I like to brown the pork in a large Dutch oven before putting it in the slow cooker giving it a crisper outer layer. All so, you need a large crock of cooked baked beans and a container of cole slaw.
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Game day: • Remove the pork form cooker and chop (or pull) into pieces and place in a heavy duty (or doubled) aluminum pan. Cover tightly with foil. Save a little of the pan juices for later use. • Gather 24 small mason jars and 24 long handled tea spoons. • A container full of your favorite ‘sweet sauce’ • A gas grill • 1 bag of hickory chips soaked in a covered bucket of water
At the game: • Set up you grill with a cool zone and a hot zone • Put wet wood chips in a small doubled aluminum pan over the high heat zone. • Remove the foil top from the pork pan and place this over the cool zone and close the lid. Put some of the saved pan juice in the bottom of pan to keep meat moist. • When pork is thoroughly warm and smoked, get ready to prepare your sundae • In each mason jar place a layer of your favorite hot baked beans, a layer of cole slaw and top with a layer of smoked pork and splash a little ‘sweet sauce over the top. Insert one quartered Kosher Dill Pickle in the side of the jar and with a tea spoon,begin partying. This is a great mobile feast while you walk and talk and enjoy the sights of game day without hauling a plate full of food around.
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Q. How did you get into pottery? A. I ( Jill) first got into pottery as a junior in high school when I took a class locally from Alison McCauley. It’s a little frightening to think that means I’ve been doing it for more than 10 years now. When I got into the Art Department at Winthrop it took about a semester to decide that I would focus on clay. Q. What are your backgrounds? A. We’ve both always been very artsy people, and can’t seem to restrain ourselves from getting into varieties of crafty projects. We build stuff, cook stuff, grow stuff, make stuff, redecorate stuff. The pottery is sort of an extension of that. Even though I’m the one with the formal degree, Mom’s got years on me in the “crafty stuff ” department. She’s got a great design sense, and she’s a quick study with the technical side of things. We complement each other well in the studio, I think. Q. How is the mother/daughter dynamic in terms of business together? A. We actually work very well together. 44 AZALEA MAGAZINE / FALL 2010
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A. “Silver Pail” was a way of putting my name on the business without calling it “Jill’s Pottery.” As a college graduation gift a good friend of mine thought she’d be funny and bought me a necklace with a little silver charm of a pail on it--the wooden kind you see in old water wells. She was making a joke referring to the “pail of water” line from “Jack and Jill” which I was tormented with through most of my childhood. About six months later when we were opening the business and needed to come up with a name, “Silver Pail Pottery” just jumped into my head and stuck there.
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All across the Lowcountry parents are making their customary preparations for the return of the school year. Some kids loathe the return to formal education while parents likely delight in a return to normalcy. School supply stores are bustling with patrons, each trying to comply with the teacher’s supply list. And while Silly Bandz will not be found on a single teacher’s supply list, every elementary age student has acquiesced this “Back to School” necessity. Like a thunderstorm in the night, Silly Bandz have made their stake on American culture and now the craze is befallen on all children to keep pace with the trend. Robert Croak, the founder of the manufacturer of Silly Bandz, reported to the Wall Street Journal that their trend-setting plastic jewelry has boasted annual sales of more than $100 million this year! It is critical that Croak and his company capitalize on their newfound fame, for if history serves as a predictor this craze will soon pass into the obscure folklore of another generation. We all remember the fashionable trends of our childhood. For all the readers who grew up in the early 80’s, you weren’t cool if you
did not have a Rubik’s Cube and a ‘Member’s Only’ jacket. Do you remember ‘Garbage Pail Kids’? Looking back, I cannot tell you why I thought cards that celebrated babies burping and vomiting was such a necessity, but I never left home without a stack of them in my book bag. Soon I was listening to Grunge Music and laughing at Beavis & Butt-head. But all fads hope to attain the status that Ty Warner Inc. created in the mid-90’s with their Beanie Babies, an empire worth $6 billion. During these 90’s, you just weren’t cool (or Rad, Bad, Groovy, depending on your generation) if you didn’t have one of these collectible bean bag animals. Each of the last five generations has had its trend that separates the “haves” and the “have-nots.” If you were a “have” then you had status and acceptance. So we all begged our parents, and even forked out our allowances, so that we would not be a “have-not.” At the beginning of the summer my daughter and I had a telling conversation. She had just finished Art Camp and was rewarded
with a T-shirt that displayed her unique accomplishments as an artist. As we were exiting the car and walking toward the mall, she stopped and returned to the car to get her shirt. She put it on so that all the people in the mall would notice she was no ordinary ten year old, rather she was an accomplished artist. As we sat down for lunch she said to me, “Daddy, there was a girl in my class that colored her hair like a rainbow. Why would she do that?” I struggled for an answer at first, but finally came up with this: “Piper, everything we do is typically driven by our desire to be noticed. If having good grades doesn’t get us the recognition that we are seeking, we will try something else. We are all bleeding for people to notice us. The girl in your class figured, ‘People aren’t noticing me, but if I color my hair like a rainbow, maybe they will.’ Fearing that my daughter might think that I was only talking down about the girl in her class, I restated myself for context. “She colored her hair for the same reason you made sure you were wearing your Art Camp T-shirt as we entered the mall. You wanted all the people who were watching to recognize that you are special.” As a father, I recognize that my kids are constantly looking for validation. Their friends at school are validating them based on the amount of Silly Bandz on their arms, the style of jeans that cover their legs, and the company they keep at the lunch table. Parents will continually be tempted to help their kids acquire the validation they so desire by purchasing the latest trappings of this world. 1 John 2:17 says, “This world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who pleases God will live forever” (NLT). Our kids are impatiently waiting to be validated. They will either find their validation in the trappings of this world, which are promised to fade, or they will find their value and self-worth in eternal things that will stand the test of time. As I write this article I have four Silly Bandz on my left wrist. They serve as my daily reminder that if I leave it to “American Culture” to validate my kids, it will undoubtedly accept the challenge. It will leave a trail of useless knick-knacks like slap bracelets, jelly shoes, and Garbage Pail Kids in its wake. These shaped plastic bands stand as my reminder that I compete with this world for the souls of my children. A
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Fall is here, the Reds and Trout are hungry, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve convinced two expert anglers to give us a how to guide for snagging the big one. By Will Rizzo Photos by Dottie Langley Rizzo
Nothing against baseball fans, but if we are honest, fishing has become, if not America’s pastime, for sure the official pastime of the American South. Fishing, in many ways, embodies the beauty of the South–it appeals to everybody–an all inclusive weekend rite of passage. Like most things, fishing is all about the hunt; the anticipation of the tug on the line. Don’t get me wrong, the actual catch is great, but there are probably more white lies told about the monster fish that got away, than there are in a national political debate. It was mid-morning when our captain, John Friel from Affinity Charters and master fisherman Michael Farmer of The Charleston Angler eased their way to the dock. We loaded the cooler onto the boat and within minutes the GPS was leading us to the first of many secret locations. We were just pleased that they 52 AZALEA MAGAZINE / FALL 2010
didn’t follow through with their threats of blindfolds. After a fifteen minute ride through some of the most beautiful scenic routes in America, we stopped in a small cove for some “pre-fishing” fishing. The net was pulled from a storage compartment, and with the grace of a ballerina, maybe by the third try, John flung the shrimp net into the dark water and pulled in the bait. Fresh local shrimp–not only a favorite of humans, but the redfish and trout seem to have the cocktail sauce ready. Just around the next bend we anchored at secret spot number one. With bait in hand, we threw the first casts of many, and these guys lived up to their reputation. Within five minutes the
first fish of the day was pulled into the boat. This was just a preview of what the day had in store. When the fish stopped biting, or we caught something we weren’t hunting for, we moved locations.
Location is half the battle. Five or ten feet out of position could be the differece between a great day of fishing and just a great tan. One of many great things about the Lowcountry is the many waterways and the variety of fish available. Whether you prefer saltwater, brackish, or fresh, whether you’re a novice or a lifelong angler, hit the water, enjoy the camaraderie, and get after the big one.
Speckled Trout
Spotted Seatrout, commonly Referred to as Speckled Trout are opportunistic carnivores. Experienced trout anglers have their own combination of bait, tackle and location for catching fish. The following is a starting point guide that will lead to the development of his or her own techniques for catching trout.
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(How To) Hook A Speckled Trout Other Names
2. Top Water
Speckled Trout, Spec, Trout, Spotted Weakfish Description Spotted seatrout males average 19 inches in length. Females are 25 inches long on average. Males and females weigh 2 to 3 pounds. Distinguishing characteristics include a dark gray or green back and silvery-white belly, with distinct round spots on back, fins and tail, and one or two prominent canine teeth usually present at the tip of the upper jaw. Habitat
- This type of fishing is best during early mornings or evening. Low light brings trout closer to the surface because there is a lesser chance of being spotted by flying predators. - A Zara Spook Jr. is a perfect lure for top water trout fishing. The lure is hollow so it floats. It also has a rattle that mimics the sounds of a wounded fish. - Work the rod so the bait makes a zig zag motion as it is reeled in. The Fly Challenge
Spotted seatrout prefer shallow creek mouths with oyster beds and seagrass beds that attract prey species. As the tide lowers, the outgoing current carries prey over the oyster beds. The trout sit and wait for food to come to them. How To Catch 1. Popping Cork / Live Bait
For those of you who love a good challenge, try the fly. Fly fishing is an art form. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like using chop sticks rather than a fork. What youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need: fly rod and reel, Clouser minnow What to do: cast upcurrent and use a quick strip motion above the oyster beds.
- The cork sits on top of the water, while a shrimp or other small live bait is hooked at the bottom of a 1.5 foot leader line. - The popping cork acts and sounds like fish feeding on the surface or shrimp popping. - Always cast upcurrent. Swiftly pull on the rod to activate the popping of the cork as it drifts back with the tide.
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Red Fish
Red Drum, commonly refered to as Redfish are are bottom feeders. They are commonly caught with bait either on the bottom or suspended within a couple feet of the bottom. Reds are considered a great sport fish because it will hit on most kinds of bait. One attractive characteristic of this fish is its willingness to take most anything that you throw at it.
Try The Fly Fly fishing is an artform. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like using chop sticks rather than a fork.
A Healthy Appetite The Redfish is willing to go after most anything.
(How To) Hook A Red Fish How To Catch
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Red Drum, Red
Description The most distinguishing mark on the red drum is one large black spot on the upper part of the tail. Having multiple spots is not uncommon for this fish but having no spots is extremely rare. The color of red drum ranges from a deep blackish, coppery color to nearly silver. The most common color is reddish-bronze. Red drum is a fast growing fish reaching approximately 11 inches and one pound in its first year, 17-22 inches and 3 1/2 pounds in two years, and 22-24 inches and 6-8 pounds in three years. The record red fish was 94 pounds
Habitat Redfish prefer shallow waters. They are found over all bottom types but they seem to prefer areas with submerged vegetation and soft mud. These fish are also commonly found around oyster beds. Breaks in continuity of shorelines such as coves, points, jetties, and old pier pilings attract them. They prefer soft mud along jetties, pier pilings and jetties. They are often found in water so shallow that their backs are exposed while swimming.
- Redfish like to be in the grass, so when the tide is low they will hide in holes or drop-offs until they can make their way back to the grass. - Using a Carolina Rig and a Mud Minnow cast upcurrent and let the bait drift into the hole. - Let the bait sit or very slowly pull the bait in. 2. Grass / Sight Fishing - This type of fishing is like hunting. It is best during a flood tide, 6 ft. or higher. - You will see the tail of the Redfish above the water. Redfish love to feed on fiddler crabs in the shallow grass. - Using DOA shrimp, Gulp crabs or a Silver Minnow, an artificial bait that is designed not to get caught up in the grass, cast in front of the fish and let it come to the bait.
The Fly Challenge For those of you who love a good challenge, try the fly. Fly fishing is a true art form. Think of it like bow hunting as opposed to using the riffle. What youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need: fly rod and reel, copper head crab or Depre spoon fly
Carolina rig
What to do: cast in front of the fish and the Red come to the bait. This is a very challenging cast.
a place called home This classic Victorian is firmly grounded with family roots
By Will Rizzo Photography by Dottie Langley Rizzo
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his house is truly a labor of love. Built in 1886 by Mr. James L. Gantt, this house was originally built as a gift for his fiancee to prove his worth to his future inlaws. Gantt went broke before he finished the home. I think if Mr. Gantt could see it today, he would be proud of the love this house has fostered. This classic Victorian stands out among other beauties due to its French mansard roof. The most wonderful thing about this grand Southern home is that it is equally beautiful at any angle. It sits atop a small hill on Central Avenue on what I like to affectionately call “White House Row.” When I first met Mrs. Banks, the longtime owner of the home, she opened the antique front doors and greeted us with a grin and grace that would rival Scarlett O’Hara.
With live oaks acting as a canopy, the drive way feels more like an enchanted forest.
The windows of the dining room are a mirrow image of the den.
The guest house sits at the edge of the backyard.
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With hot coffee brewing in the kitchen, Mrs. Banks gave us the grand tour. Each room was a new treasure of classic architecture and rich stories. “Almost everything in the house has a story behind it. That makes things more that just stuff.” she said. As we moved through each room, it became evident that not only the house, but the deep history of this home had become an extended part of the Banks’ family. While visiting from St. Louis, Mrs. Baird and her daughter Judy fell in love with Summerville and bought the house in 1950 to use as their winter retreat. When Mrs. Baird passed away, Judy agreed to sell the home to the Banks under one condition; she would retain ownership of the guest cottage and live out her days there. The Banks purchased the property in 1970. Mrs. Banks still refers to the Bairds as “Mother and Judy”. The Bairds and their experiences in the home have become woven into the Banks’ family history. For Mrs. Banks, there is a lot of pride in the fact that this house has been a real home. “It is not anything that Gary and I did. The architecture and attention to detail speaks for itself. We have loved living here and wonderful memories are abundant,” she said. “It has just been our home.”
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A collection of things found in and around the house.
The scotch closet.
A pair of ladies boots from the mid 1800s were found during a renovation.
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OUR UNIQUE NOTCH OF THE BIBLE BELT By Katie DePoppe Photography by Dottie Langley Rizzo Although the phrase “Bible Belt” was originally coined by journalist and social commentator H.L. Mencken as a derogatory term for the concentration of Protestants and their associated churches in the American South, the designation has become one of surprising endearment among those who live here. There is no doubt that faith is a strong-hold of Southern culture; it’s a theme in nearly every great southern novel written and for good reason. Our skyline, scattered with steeples of all heights, is simply a physical manifestation of the religious freedom, once only a dream for America’s first settlers, that has been achieved in these great United States. From the very beginning, Summerville was rooted in religious freedom. The origin of our village is traced to the plantations around the settlement of Dorchester, South Carolina, where in 1696, Puritan missionaries from Dorchester, Massachusetts, came to “settle the gospel.”* In the shadow of America’s “Holy City,” Summerville has its own collection of historical churches—the congregations of both Summerville Presbyterian and St. Paul’s Episcopal can be traced to the 17th century. Many of these houses of worship have ties to the grand churches and cathedrals of Charleston and, like Summerville Presbyterian and St. Paul’s, have surpassed a century of existence. The first physical church building that existed in Summerville was most likely that of Bethany United Methodist Church, built in 1825. Not long after, in 1830, the St. Paul’s building was erected, with Summerville Presbyterian following in 1831, St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in 1892, and Summerville Baptist Church in 1898.
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Perhaps, even more uplifting than the individual histories of each church is the cooperation that has existed among them—regardless of age, color, or denomination—throughout the aforementioned centuries. As any God-fearin’, church-goer knows, the real definition of a “church” is not defined by its building, however beautiful; a church is its people. Many of the first Summerville congregations began in private residences, so as they grew, they shared buildings, special occasions, and even leaders with supporting churches. And, perhaps, most encouraging of all in refuting old Southern stereotype and exemplifying brotherly love was the great collaboration among blacks and whites in establishing the foundations of The First Baptist Church on the corner of Pressley and Sumter Avenues and St. Stephens Church on North Palmetto Street. The First Baptist Church was founded in 1869, only four years after the Civil War. Throughout the next few pages, we offer a glimpse into some of Summerville’s oldest, most beautiful, and unique churches. This is neither an exhaustive list—over 100 churches exist within our town— nor are the histories comprehensive. We have simply tried to discern the most necessary and engaging facts. There is really no way to ever record all of the history held by these holy establishments. Perhaps, the gospel of John says it best in Chapter 21, Verse 25: “And there are also many other things…which, if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books…” *See Porch Rocker Recollections, written by Margaret Scott Kwist, Copyright 1980
SUMMERVILLE BAPTIST 1896 Summerville Baptist Church was founded on January 29, 1896, by Mr. and Mrs. T.A. Wilbur and their daughter and her husband, Mr. and Mrs. J.T.E. Thornhill. Shortly after its founding, ten other Baptist families, nearly all from Citadel Square Baptist Church in Charleston, joined the endeavor. Reverend Watson Scott Dorset was called as the first pastor in 1897, only months before the dedication of their first building, originally located on Second South Street between Pine and Laurel Streets, on April 17, 1898. The church now sits at the corner of West Carolina and Central Avenues, only a short distance from its original location. The original furniture, now refinished, is still used in the sanctuary for special occasions.
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ST. STEPHEN’S REFORMED EPISCOPAL 1887 Built in July of 1885, St. Stephen’s Reformed Episcopal Church was one of twenty-seven churches built for poor freedmen farmers under the direction of Major Peter F. Stevens. Major Stevens became Superintendent of The Citadel in 1859 and also ordered the first shot fired from Morris Island Battery, opening the Civil War. St. Stephen’s Church is part of the African-American Trail.
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SUMMERVILLE PRESBYTERIAN 1895 White Meeting House, built by Congregationalists in circa 1700, was the first place of worship erected in Dorchester Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and from where Summerville Presbyterian Church stems. Burned by the British in 1778 during the Revolutionary War, the House was rebuilt, and then used only for winter services after 1831, when a new church was erected for use during the summer months in Summerville. The devastating earthquake of 1886 eventually destroyed the White Meeting House once and for all. The building that now stands at the corner of South Laurel Street and Central Avenue was dedicated in December 1895. The church bell, heard throughout downtown Summerville, was a gift from Mrs. E.B. Monroe of Tarrytown, New York, and was presented to the church in 1898. The last half of the 20th century was filled with many additions to the original structure, the final being a multipurpose fellowship hall that was dedicated in 1997 and bears a stone threshold from the old White Meeting House of Dorchester. 70 AZALEA MAGAZINE / FALL 2010
THE CHURCH OF THE EPIPHANY 1887 On December 15, 1887, building of The Church of the Epiphany began on land donated by Charleston dressmaker and Summerville propertyowner, Catherine Springs. The church was built by her adopted son Frank Springs. At the time of the consecration, there were fifty-six members, four Sunday School teachers, and twenty-seven students. A monument was erected beside the church in Mrs. Springsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; honor.
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ST. CYRIL & METHODIUS ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN This unique church sits humbly on Little Main Street in downtown Summerville and is home to many immigrants and non-immigrants alike and is located on the site of the Salisbury Theater. This theater was a movie hall that opened in the late 1940s, and was designated as Summerville’s only African-American theater until it closed in the mid 1950s. Father Ernest Yatrelis, Pastor of St. Cyril & Methodius Orthodox Christian Church recounts his own experiences with the location as a child: “I remember being taken to the Saturday matinee at the Salisbury Theater by Ruthy and Petey, children of John and Naomi Sweeper, who lived in a small but lovely ‘slave’ cottage next door to us on Tupper Lane. One Saturday I offered to take them to ‘my’ theater, the Summerville Theater, but because of segregation, they would not let us in. So...we went back to the Salisbury...for the matinee. That night I told my mother, Alexandra what had happened. Mom told me it was hard to explain but by the time I was a ‘big boy,’ things would be different. She explained that while discrimination was very bad for the blacks, it also affected those of us of Greek birth or heritage as well as Roman Catholics and Jews.”
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ST. LUKE’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN 1892 St. Luke’s Evangelical Lutheran Church was organized in 1892 by nine families meeting in the town schoolhouse. The original church structure, still in use as a chapel today, was built in 1893. Near St. Luke’s, at the corner of Pine and Second South Streets, the original Summerville Baptist Church once stood. During the year of 1897, while the Baptist church was being completed, St. Luke’s allowed the Baptist congregation to use their chapel for morning and afternoon worship for a reasonable rent of $1 per Sunday.
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ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL 1828 St. Paul’s Episcopal Church was formally founded in the summer of 1828. Drawn from the neighboring parishes of St. James’ Goose Creek, St. George’s, Dorchester, and St. Andrew’s as well, a considerable number of members came from adjacent St. Paul’s, Stono. In 1830, their first building was erected, very near the current site. Reverend Philip Gadsden served as the first Rector until 1863. In 1855 the congregation incorporated as St. Paul’s, Summerville, and in 1857 a larger church building, the present one, was completed. The family of the late and beloved Reverend Francis W. Ambler most likely lived in the Rectory for the longest period of time; he and his family served St. Paul’s from 1908 to 1940. An avid gardener, Reverend Ambler’s daughters recount childhood memories of hearing their father practicing and “polishing [his] sermons [out loud while he weeded and worked in the yard].”* *See Beth’s Pineland Village, edited by Clarice and Lang Foster, Copyright 1988.
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BISHOP PENGELLEY MEMORIAL CHAPEL 1891 Completed in 1891, the chapel was named in honor of Bishop Pengelley, the second bishop of the Reformed Episcopal Church in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Missionary Jurisdictionâ&#x20AC;? of the South. The mission became dormant from 1939 until 1945, when the chapel was acquired by the Reformed Episcopal Church for use by the Cummins Memorial Theological Seminary. The chapel was dismantled and moved twice before finding its current home on the grounds of the seminary.
CUMMINGS CHAPEL 1875
In 1875 this Methodist Church was first established as a brush arbor (a temporary structure made of small tree limbs and branches to provide shelter for outdoor church services) on two acres of land given by John N. Cummings and the Muckenfuss, Clayton, Green, and Cummings families. The church has been active on and off since that time under the Ridgeville charge, although a Christmas candlelight service, open to the public, is held the first Thursday of December at 7 PM.
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EVENTS CALENDAR THEATER KID’S CREATIVE ARTS WORKSHOP Wednesdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27 & November 3 4:30 - 5:45pm for grades 1 - 6 6:00 - 7:15pm for grades 7 - 12
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Lee Barrett is offering another five week session of her Creative Arts Workshop for the summer! Cost is $50 James F. Dean Theatre 875-9251 THE PHILADELPHIA STORY 8PM Performances September 17, 18, 24, 25 & October 1, 2 2PM Performances September 19, 26 & October 3 The press descends upon the extravagant wedding ceremony, bringing with it a charming young reporter and Tracy’s ex-husband Dexter. Tracy’s devotion to her new husband is put to the test. James F. Dean Theatre 875-9251 RETURN TO THE FORBIDDEN PLANET 8PM Performances October 22, 23, 29, 30 2PM Performances October 24, 31 In the same campy sci-fi spirit as The Rocky Horror Show, this rock ‘n roll retro musical follows the space crew of a routine survey flight under the command of Captain Tempest. Their spaceship is drawn mysteriously to the planet D’Illyria where mad scientist Dr. Prospero and his lovely daughter Miranda are marooned. This interactive, high-energy show features a bevvy of 1950’s and 1960’s classic hits, including “Wipe Out”, “Great Balls of Fire”, and “Shake, Rattle & Roll”. A subtle nod to Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” with a campy twist, this show promises a night of crazy costumes and zany, sing-anddance-along fun! James F. Dean Theatre 875-9251
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tral Avenue) and celebrate the continued ‘THIRD THURSDAY’ - Shops will be open late with specials - Call (843-821-7260) for more info. Location: Historic Downtown Summerville (near Hutchinson/Town Square, Little Main Street and Short Central Ave) 12TH ANNUAL BERLIN G. MYERS’ “SWINGING FOR SUCCESS” GOLF TOURNAMENT Friday, September 10, Summerville Country Club (Miler) Proceeds will benefit Scholarships Awarded by Summerville Mayor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities. Registration will be at 11:00 AM. There will be an awards reception and pig pickin’ following the tournament. For more information and registration forms, visit summervillemayorscommittee.com HARVEST FOR HABITAT MASQUERADE GALA Saturday September 25th 6pm-10pm The Farmhouse at the Ponds 326 Hundred Oaks Pkwy Spend an incredible evening at The Ponds for Habitat’s 17th annual Gala. There, you can bid on luxury items in the silent and live auctions, indulge in a delicious dinner, and dance to fabulous live music. Proceeds go directly to Dorchester Habitat for Humanity - Building Houses and Hope! Tickets are $40 each or a table of 8 for $300 and can be purchased at www.dorchesterhabitat.org SCRUMPTIOUS KITCHEN TOUR Sunday October 3, 1pm-5pm Rain or Shine Southern hospitality at its best will be on display as you tour ten of Historic Downtown Summerville’s loveliest homes and cottages while feasting on the fare of some of the Lowcountry’s favorite chefs. Tickets are $50 each and are available at scrumptioussummerville.com or by calling (843) 875-1551. MIDDLETON PLACE PLANTATION DAYS Sat. and Sun., Oct. 16 & 17 and Nov.6 & 7 Craftworkers demonstrate the skills practiced by slaves as they prepared the antebellum plantation for harvest time. Including Domestic Skills, African American, Traditional Arts, Low Country Food ways and the Plantation Natural Environment. Regular admission. Call 843-556-6020 for more info
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EVENTS CALENDAR (Events Cont.) WINE STROLLS Every Wednesday, through November Enjoy wine tasting in the Gardens of Middleton Place! Wine Strolls will be held every Wednesday from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Cost is $10.00 per person. Enjoy strolling through America’s oldest landscaped gardens while sampling a variety of summer wines. Wine Stroll participants are urged to extend their evening with dinner at the Middleton Place Restaurant. For dinner reservations, call 843-266-7477. 9TH ANNUAL TASTE OF THE TOWN November 7, 12pm-4pm Azalea Park Taste food items from up to 20 of Summerville’s finest eateries and chefs while listening to live music and entertainment including a ‘Tolling of the Bells.’ There will also be a Kid’s Zone complete with jump castles, face painting and youth activities. Admission is free.
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YMCA OYSTER SHINDIG November 19, 6pm-10pm The Oyster Shindig is a family-oriented fundraiser started by the YMCA five years ago to celebrate the conclusion of the Y’s annual support drive, the Strong Kids Campaign. Festivities include great food (oysters, BBQ, pizza and more), and the shaggarific East Coast Party Band. The event is held at the Pine Forest Country Club. Call 871-9622 x 119 for more information. WINE & ART IN THE PINES AT THE WOODLANDS Sunday Nov 14, 1pm-5pm Arts, Business, Civic Coalition (ABCC) presents Wine & Art in the Pines at the Woodlands. Silent auction, too. Fundraiser to benefit the establishment of a civic/performing arts center in Summerville. SUMMERVILLE FARMERS MARKET Saturday mornings 8am-1pm Through late fall, you will find the freshest local produce, baked goods, jellies, jams and crafts at the Summerville Farmers Market. Located at First Citizens Bank behind Town Hall.
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-ATLANTA BREAD 1114 N Main St 843.875.7989 Monday (5pm-9pm) 1 free kid’s meal per adult meal purchased (12 and under) -BUFFALO WILD WINGS 109 Grandview Dr # 1 843.851.9242 Monday (all day) free kid’s meal with adult meal purchase -PIZZA INN 115 E 5th St N 843.871.6302 Monday (4pm-8pm) 1 child (3-10 years) eats free per paying adult -APPLEBEE’S 88 Old Trolley Rd 1310 North Main Street 843.851.3872 Tuesday (4pm-9pm) 99¢ kid’s meals with adult purchase -BEEF O’ BRADY’S 975 Bacons Bridge Rd., 843.875.2233 Tuesday (4pm-8 pm) 1 child (12 and under) eats free with adult meal purchase (dine in) -CHICKFILA 1312 N Main St 843.695.1112 Tuesday (5pm-8pm) 1 free kid’s meal per combo meal purchased -MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL 310 Azalea Square Blvd # C 843.486.0553 Tuesday after 5pm 2 free kid’s meals per adult purchase (dine in only) -PERKINS 1306 N. Main St. 843.821.8183 1700 Old Trolley Rd 843.875.8680 Tuesday (4pm-8pm) 2 kids eats free with adult drink & meal purchase of $7.99 Or more -JERSEY MIKES 310 Azalea Square Boulevard Outparcel #11, Unit B 843.875.3480 Wednesday (3pm-9pm) free mini mike for kids 10 & under with purchase of regular or giant sub -CAPTAIN D’s 300 E. 5th North St., 843.871.2653 Thursday (all day) 2 kids eat free with adult meal purchase -KICKIN’ CHICKEN 800 N Main St 843.875.6998 Every day-2 children (10 and under) get a $1.99 kid’s meal with adult purchase -SHONEY’S 1307 N Main St 843.873.6920 Mon-Fri 1 free child’s dinner buffet (ages 4 and under) per adult entrée purchase
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Summerville Has A Dream Everyone, not just Historic Downtown business and property owners, but every segment of the community has a real stake in the economic health of Historic Downtown Summerville . This concept is an important principle in Summerville D.R.E.A.M.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comprehensive approach to Historic Downtown revitalization, promotion and design.
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Oh, The Places We Roam: Buildings like this, with the amateur hand painted sign just scream “SOUTHERN.” This St. George road side stop conjures up images of John Cougar Mellencamp. Can’t you just see Jack ucking on a chili dog with Diane sitting on his knee?
What’s the deal with the flag? In 1775, Colonel William Moultrie designed a banner for the use of South Carolina troops. The new flag was the same blue color of the soldier’s uniforms and the silver crescent echoed the symbol that the soldiers wore on the front of their caps. Almost 100 years later, South Carolina seceded from the Union it had fought to create. A new banner was needed to fly above the newly created nation. A Palmetto tree was added and centered on the blue field. The Palmetto, the South Carolina State Tree, had been attributed as instrumental in Colonel Moultrie’s defense of Sullivan’s Island against an attack by British warships in June, 1776. Cannonballs fired at the fort from the British ships could not destroy the walls of the fort which were built of Palmetto logs. Instead, the cannonballs simply sank into the soft, tough Palmetto wood. www.netstate.com
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Silly for Silly Bandz Silly Bandz were originally designed in Japan by a man who wanted to stop people from throwing out rubber bands, hoping that people would recycle the rubber bands instead of tossing them in the trash. Schools in several states, including New York, Texas, Florida and Massachusetts, have banned Silly Bandz.
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