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These past years working for Beaufort Lifestyle have been such a great experience for me. My role on the Beaufort Lifestyle team is customer service, billing and distributing this great publication. I always love delivering a new issue when it comes out. My favorite part is hearing the great responses and seeing how people love this magazine when I drop them off. I love seeing the excitement on peoples faces when I bring in the new issues.

And, I love hearing them say.....”Yay, it’s Beaufort Lifestyle, we love this magazine!.” Beaufort is such a beautiful city and that is a huge plus when delivering the magazines. I get the opportunity to breathe in every part of it.

Lane Gallegos Julie is a perfect example of one of life’s most basic principals. Life is a circle, what you put out there comes right back around to you. She has always been one of the fairest and most considerate people I’ve ever worked for.

I have a huge amount of respect for her as a boss and a friend. And, I know whatever I give her, she will give back to me double fold. That’s why whenever she asked me if I wanted to do a magazine in Beaufort, I smiled and said “sure.”

When on the inside I thought “she is crazy.”

But I am thankful now she went for it! What a long, strange trip it’s been getting to know Beaufort and it’s residents through this magazine.

I’ve enjoyed every second of it, and look forward to five more years!

Peg Beekman I’m the “newbie” at Beaufort Lifestyle Magazine. After retiring from a business I owned up north for 33 years, I moved to picturesque Beaufort, SC. The most difficult thing with moving south was the distance it created between my family and myself. I have been blessed with a daughter, two sons, their spouses, 9 grandchildren and 1 greatgranddaughter and being over a couple of hours from them has been difficult.

Although I retired from my business, I wasn’t ready for total retirement and yet wasn’t sure what I wanted to do. During my search for employment, an acquaintance put me in contact with Julie. I’m not sure what she felt at our first meeting, however, I felt there could be a good working relationship. We seemed to “click.”

Having just finished my fourth month as Beaufort Lifestyle Magazine’s Account Executive, I can tell you I love the magazine and the wonderful people I have met while promoting our publication.

My “world” has expanded tremendously since coming on board with Julie and her staff. It is such a pleasure working for a company that exclusively promotes Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands; focusing on the people and their businesses. I am truly blessed to be involved in this 5th Anniversary Celebration.

about working five years for Beaufort Lifestyle Susan Deloach

Cindy Reid

Susan Deloach was born Susan Bessinger in Beaufort, where she still resides with her husband Larry and sons Hudson and Tucker. Susan has a gift for capturing the personality and unique essence of her subject whether on location or in the studio. Her portraits are as diverse as the personalities of the people she photographs some are edgy, some joyful, but all have one thing in common: the sensitive, skilled and thoughtful approach of the artist behind the camera.

Cindy Reid has been published in About Town, skirt!, Salon.com and The Coastal Mariner. A graduate of Mills College in Oakland, CA, she spent most of her career working with authors in the retail book business before becoming one herself. She has a daughter who lives in the state of Washington. A native of New York’s Hudson Valley, she now makes her home on St. Helena Island, SC.

Over the past five years working with Beaufort Lifestyle Magazine, I have had the opportunity to meet some wonderful people, see some wonderful things and made a lot of new friends. Our community is fortunate to have such a diverse population of people with fascinating stories. Thank you Julie Hales for allowing me to represent your vision. Cheers to many more years!

I am profoundly honored to have been a member of the Beaufort Lifestyle family for the past five years. Being able to meet the extraordinary people that make Beaufort their home, and being privileged to write their stories, has enriched my life in ways I could never have imagined five years ago.

Writing is a solitary business but without the enormous help and support of my best friend, partner and love of my life, Kip Graham, I never would have been able to write a single story. From the first issue when we went out to Daufuskie Island, to journeys all over Beaufort, he has always been there for me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart and here’s to the next five years!

Paul Nurnberg

Mary Ellen Thompson

Located in Port Royal, SC, Paul Nurnberg’s national and local clients include Beaufort Memorial Hospital, JCB Inc., Spring Island, TCL, and The Telfair Museum of Art. In addition to work for dozens of trade and business publications, he also photographs for many consumer magazines including: People, Southern Accents, Coastal Living, Food Arts, and Elegant Bride. During the year Paul teaches photography classes at ArtWorks and through his studio and photographs select weddings and individual portraits.

An adventurous and inveterate traveler, Mary Ellen, originally from the Main Line of Philadelphia, is now equally at home on St Helena or on the road without reservations. Her best pieces of work ever are a daughter in New York and a son in Denver. Having lived on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and later on the canals in France, she was drawn to Beaufort by the tide, and is waiting to see where it takes her next.

I have been photographing for the magazine as of the second issue. My first article was about a shrimp boat captain who was a former debutant and we included pictures of her in her debutant gown on her shrimp boat! I have enjoyed working with the magazine for the past five years because of all of the really interesting local people I have met and had the oppourtunity to spend time with.

John Wollwerth John Wollwerth is a photographer raised in New York, now living in Beaufort. He specializes in wedding and commercial photography, with additional background in portrait and stock photography. His work has appeared in such publications as The Washington Post, the Minneapolis Tribune, Coastal Living and South Carolina Homes and Gardens.

John is involved with the Photography Club of Beaufort and the Professional Photographer of South Carolina. He is also involved with humanitarian and missions work in Africa. He lives with his wife and three children.

“My work for Beaufort Lifestyle magazine, and Julie Hales specifically, over the past five years has been a pleasure. I have enjoyed the excitement of taking pictures of the diverse and interesting people the magazine has featured, including Tom Berenger and General Reynolds. The exposure the magazine has afforded me has been incredible.”

Julie is our fearless leader and she works tirelessly to bring her visions to fruition. What we have all created is a five year collection of stories of just some of the people who comprise this community and make it so very special. We have taken you behind the scenes to places you may not have gone on your own, introduced you to people who didn’t know lived in your neighborhood. Hearing, and the telling, of these stories continues to be one of the most wonderful adventures I’ve ever had, and believe me - I’ve had some adventures! Thank you, Julie Hales, from the bottom of my heart.

Beaufort Lifestyle’s Newest Additions: Kim Poovey Kim Poovey is an author and historic reenactress specializing in the Victorian era. Her novel, Truer Words, is a work of historic fiction set in the Lowcountry of SC during the 19th century.

Her lifelong love of horses lead to a BA degree from Virginia Intermont College where she was a winning member of the equestrian team. Kim lives with her husband, three dogs, and a cat in Beaufort, SC.

Carol Lauvray Carol Lauvray has called Beaufort home since 2011, when she relocated from Ohio.

Her passion for the coastal beauty and history of the Lowcountry drew her to settle here and become a docent for the Beaufort History Museum. She has more than 20 years of experience writing marketing communications and holds a Masters Degree in Organizational Communication from Ohio University. Her daughter Cristin and son-inlaw Kevin live near Columbus, Ohio.

Katherine Lang Katherine Lang has been an English teacher, a landlady, an art gallery director, and, most recently, instrumental in the renaissance of the Beaufort History Museum and its return to the Beaufort Arsenal. Originally from Tennessee, she spent most of her adult life in Washington, D.C. Katherine first saw Beaufort thirty years before she moved here fifteen years ago, but always knew it would someday be home.

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12 AnPatAngel Keown With Invisible Wings 18 An John Dortch Ambassador Of Hope 24 AMartha Lynn Webb Volunteer Every Organization Would Love To Have

28 AClint Campbell and Karen Peluso Passion For Giving 32 ADonnie Beer Desire To Help Those Who Serve Our Country

36 ASteve Curless Helping Hand 42 Sandy Dimke Focus On Therapy Dog International 46 AApril Redd Woman Who Loves To Give Back

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October/November 2013 Beaufort’s own Candice Glover wins American Idol... and the hearts of the nation. We had a great time meeting her and including her in our 4 Year Anniversary Issue!

December/January 2013-14 Our annual Holiday Issue features some great holiday traditions and entertainment, along with features on a few guys who give back to our community. And, I think Mike McFee looks very festive in his red jacket.

February/March 2014 Our Film Festival issue is always one of my favorites.

I love this cover shot of Stephen Wollwerth taken by his brother, John. Both of these guys have such tremendous talent.

April/May 2014 Love me some Angels! What a great issue! Beaufort is stocked full of musical talent and we picked some great musicians to include in our annual Music Issue.

June/July 2014 Our Water Festival issue is always fun to do. We love doing stories related to water... a huge part of Beaufort. And, so proud to feature Brandy Gray at this year’s Commodore.

August/September 2014 Rounding out our complete five years, we could not have picked a better cover than C.J. Cummings. What an exceptionally talented young man. I truly enjoyed meeting this National Champion.

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P U B L I S H E R ’ S Thoughts

Thanks For Five Years Julie Hales owner/publisher julie@idpmagazines.com Lane Gallegos graphic design lane@idpmagazines.com Lea Allen administrative assistant/circulation lea@idpmagazines.com Peg Beekman account executive peg@idpmagazines.com

Beaufort Lifestyle is proudly produced by:

One Beaufort Town Center 2015 Boundary Street, Suite 221 Beaufort, SC 29902 (843) 379-8696

Circulation: Beaufort Lifestyle is publlished bi-monthly (six issues a year), printing 15,000 copies and distributed to over 200 locations.

Reproduction in whole or in part in any manner without the written permission of the publisher is strictly prohibited.

It’s hard to believe that I am actually sitting at my desk writing a letter about our five year anniversary! It truly doesn’t feel like it has been this long.

It seems like only a short time ago I was standing on the lawn out at Habersham, anticipating the start of the launch party for Beaufort Lifestyle. I was a nervous wreck....a hot mess as they say! My first publication in Beaufort....would people like our magazine....would anybody show up for the party....what would I say when we unveiled the cover......what would the reaction of the crowd be......those were only a few things going through my mind.

But, somehow, I survived the evening. And, here I am, five years later, getting ready to send our Anniversary Issue to press.

These five years have truly been some of the most Julie Hales, PUBLISHER rewarding of my life. Being a part of Beaufort and its people has been a tremendous journey. I fell in love with Beaufort the first day my feet hit its soil. The scenery is breathtaking, the people so friendly....and a community that pulls together. Who wouldn’t want to highlight all of this in a community magazine? I certainly did.

Having started three other publications, I was certainly game to give this a whirl. The birth of Beaufort Lifestyle was inevitable.

Now, five years later, I am still just like a little kid in a candy store every time one of our issues comes in from the printer. I want to be the first person to put my hands on it.

Five years brings about a lot of change. Take a minute to think about what has happened in your life in the last five years. I am sure many things come to mind. Yes, to mine as well....and to my business. We have made changes to our publication over they years, always trying to make it better and taking suggestions from our readers.

But, there is one thing about Beaufort Lifestyle that has not changed. And, that my friends, is the wonderful people that make it happen. I am the most blessed publisher in this industry. To start a magazine five years ago, and still have the same writers and photographers who helped to get the first issues off the ground, is absolutely unheard of.

These guys have become my friends, my family....and I love each of them. I want to give a special thanks to the people who have stood beside me, and walked with me along this adventurous path.

Mary Ellen Thompson and Cindy Reid.....I only dream I could write as well as the two of you! You both are amazing. Susan DeLoach, Paul Nurnberg and John Wollwerth..... your photos brighten every page. Your talents are endless. What an amazing team.

Lane Gallegos, who has been with the company for over six years, your creativity and finesse with designs are outstanding. You outshine yourself with every issue.

Lea Allen, administrative assistant and circulation director, who has been with us for over three years, you play a huge role in bringing Beaufort Lifestyle to our readers.

And, the newest member of our team, Peg Beekman, our account executive, has done a great job of satisfying our clients advertising needs. Thanks so much for such a wonderful job you are doing.

And, going into our sixth year, we have added three freelance writers to this team.... a big thanks to Kim Poovey, Katherine Lang and Carol Lauvray. Thank you ladies for making this issue happen!

You guys are the best, and I appreciate each of you more than words can say.

Thanks Beaufort for our first five years.

ABOUT THE COVER The amazing Beaufort Lifestyle Team! What a journey we have had. Photo taken at Beaufort Inn. Photography Team: Paul Nurnberg and Morgan Ellis

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Pat Keown An Angel With Invisible Wings Story by MARY ELLEN THOMPSON • Photography by SUSAN DELOACH

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strong, dedicated woman whose passion and commitment are an inspiration to all who cross her path, Pat Keown is an angel with invisible wings.

Raised on James Island, Pat started her career in nursing at Greenville General Hospital, got her bachelor’s degree at the University of South Carolina where she studied philosophy, theology and psychology. After receiving her masters degree in social work at the University of Louisville, Pat spent 25 years in Louisville, KY where she had an individual counseling practice and also worked as a psychiatric nurse.

When Pat’s brother, Harold, was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor, she decided it was time to come back to the Lowcountry. One of the reasons she chose Beaufort was so her family could come visit, go to the beach, and rekindle their love of this part of the country. “When I came here, it held me in such a way, the people, the land; I felt embraced and so loved here.

The energy on Saint Helena Island and Port Royal spoke to me.”

A friend had invited her to interview at Beaufort Memorial Hospital (BMH) which led to Pat accepting the position of Assistant Director of the Mental Health Unit, and in the fall of 2000 she moved to Beaufort. Although she has now “graduated” from that position, she still covers psychiatric calls one weekend a month in the Emergency Room. “I am very impressed by the hospital’s dedication to the seriousness of mental health issues.

BMH has ER on call care 24/7 available for mental health patients - and that’s very unusual. I am proud to have worked for that hospital, proud of their integrity and compassion. It was a good place to wind down my career.”

One of Pat’s passions is gardening - she finds that working with her plants and her hands in the dirt is a very grounding and balancing time for her. Her gardens are amazingly beautiful tended to with the same love, understanding, and eye for beauty as is evidenced in the rest of her endeavors.

Another passion is photography, which started way back when. Pat recalls, “When you go back and look at your life and see that you always had a camera in your hand, it dawns on you that this is an integral part of who you are, how you see the world. When I was a senior in nursing school, I took a missionary trip to New Mexico and I fell in love with the Navajo, the country, the light. That was when I fell in love with my camera and became part of the way I started seeing life through my lens. Later on, when I worked in the postpartum unit in 1967, at a time when no one came into the rooms to see the moms, the babies were in a nursery behind a glass wall, and children weren’t even allowed in hospitals, I took Polaroid pictures of the

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moms with their babies - and they loved it. It was the only visual record they had.”

“One day,” Pat explains, “I had an epiphany about my photography: if you don’t give your gifts now, when are you going to give them?” Her photograph, “Fallen Trees on Hunting Island” was chosen by the Beaufort City Council for inclusion in the Open Land Trust 2006 calendar; another was chosen for a subsequent calendar. One was included in the 2010 Beaufort County Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Other exhibits include “Vanishing Landscapes of South Carolina”, Piccolo Spoleto Festival, MOJA Festival, the Masur Museum in Louisiana, yearly inclusion in the BMH art show, Beaufort Art Association’s Spring Shows and satellite galleries, the Beaufort Photography Club and The Red Piano Art Gallery. Remember she just does this for fun, which only serves to prove that she gives everything in which she is involved, her all.

Her all, these days, is focused on the Threshold Singers, which is a chapter of the larger organization, the Threshold Choir International. Kate Munger started the Threshold Choir in California in 2000. In a recent interview with Liz Matsushita of sevenponds.com, Kate explains “The Threshold Choir ... sing at the bedsides of people who are dying, people who are in a coma, newborns, children in hospitals, the grieving and incarcerated women.”

Kate Munger further explains the name, Threshold Choir.

“The threshold of a building is the place that separates out from in. Also, the act of threshing separates the edible part of wheat or grain from the covering. So to me, this word ‘threshold’ gives special significance to transformation.”

Having chosen healing as her life’s profession, Pat’s compassion and empathy are evident, as is the fact that she just cares, so much. “A piece inside of me is trying to make a difference and always has been; I once wrote, ‘If nobody believed they could make a difference, no difference would be made.’

I want to be in that place where I can be at the core of me, I believe we are one; I even have that on my license plate. We are only limited by our own vision in reflection to what we can create.” Clearly, Pat’s vision is not at all limited.

“In June of 2013, I went to Colorado to help with a fundraiser for some friends who were putting together a documentary about grief and I met the Colorado Springs Threshold Choir. I was inspired by them and felt that we had the talent and spirit to have Threshold Singers in Beaufort. I then felt Spirit ask me to do it and I thought, ‘How can I do it?’ Then I just said, ‘Yes.’ It will happen and unfold the way it happens and unfolds. Part of

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what seems amazing to me, at my age, is our mortality and our legacy. What does it mean to say yes, not out of obligation, but out of spirit?

“I went to the Southeast Regional Gathering of the Threshold Choir in North Carolina in November of 2013. I went with no choir. I immersed myself in a weekend of listening and learning the songs and when I came back I started talking to people about it.

“Our intention in going bedside is to go with an open heart, to be present, to use song as prayer. We can go anytime; all someone has to do is call me and I will find two, three or four people to go wherever we are wanted. We will sit around the person and sing sacred lullabies for fifteen to twenty minutes. It can be any reason - a time of transition, a diagnosis, whatever and whenever it will bring comfort. There will be no more than four of us to share the sacred space of song and presence. If people have certain songs that are important to them, we will sing those. And people do have certain songs, our mother, for instance, used to wake us up in the morning by singing. Our choir is open to anyone who would like to join us, inclusive of race and gender; right now we have eleven members.”

An adjunct to this project is bringing nationally acclaimed singer, Heather Houston, to Beaufort on April 18, 2015 which is the Saturday before Earth Day. Pat has a vision, and is in the process of creating a concept for how Earth Day could debut in Beaufort.

Hand in hand with the caring Pat has for people, she is also involved with Compassionate Beaufort Communities, and hosted one of the events for Prosper Ndabishuriye, from Burundi Central Africa, when he was on a speaking tour here in May. Their own description reads: “The purpose of the Compassionate Beaufort Communities project is to invite all sectors of greater Beaufort to recognize the importance of compassion in all we do and to find every way possible to become a more compassionate people and community.”

Tireless, gracious, and ever present, Pat has the spirit and insight integral in forming the collective of Beaufort. “What an interesting process to reflect on one’s life...those things that matter, those dreams untouched, that breath of passion that leads you to the next step.”

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The Threshold Singers of the Lowcountry

The Threshold Singers of the Lowcountry are a choir that serves anyone. All we need is an invitation to come sing for your loved one, and you might be that loved one you are calling for. You can reach us by calling 843-476-6073 or emailing us at lowcountry@thresholdchoir.org We have felt so embraced by our community. First, Lisa Rentz, wrote an inspiring article for the Beaufort Gazette.

BMH, Friends of Caroline Hospice along with Pruitt United Hospice have been so gracious in working with us to finalize our volunteer orientation. St. John’s Lutheran Church opened their doors so we could have a consistent place to practice every Sunday afternoon.

Our choir is always open and welcomes anyone who feels a desire to join us. It is in the spirit of community and compassion that we sing.

The Threshold Singers of the Lowcountry are a chapter of the Threshold Choir International whose goal is to bring ease and comfort to those at the thresholds of living and dying. A calm and focused presence at the bedside, with gentle voices, simple songs, and sincere kindness, can be soothing and reassuring to clients, family, and caregivers alike.

A session typically lasts about 20 minutes; if there appears to be benefit, we might sing longer. Using soft, lullaby voices, we blend in harmony or sometimes in unison, if that provides the most comfort. We offer our singing as gentle blessings, not as entertainment, and we are honored when a client falls asleep as we are singing. Most of our songs are very short, so their repetition is conducive to rest and comfort. The service is our gift; there is no charge.

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John Dortch:

An Ambassador of Hope Story by MARY ELLEN THOMPSON • Photography by PAUL NURNBERG

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his is not a story of good triumphing over evil, or saints vs. sinners. This is a story of a rise, and then a fall from grace, hard work, introspection, and some very deep rooted faith that would finally take hold, again, and walk a limping man to his own recovery.

It’s not as simple as finding the road to redemption; it’s not an easy task to look in the mirror every morning and know that people have been hurt as a result of your actions. It’s not that easy to forgive yourself; far less easy than to forgive someone else. This is the kind of journey where people can hold out their hand to you along the way, they can give you a hug, but they can’t walk by your side; you got into it on your own and you’ve got to get out of it the same way.

Plenty of people held out their hands to this man; although there were dissenters, there were believers in his essential goodness, his willingness and dedication to finding his way back home, and into the arms of his God. John Dortch’s story is not a glib tale of the prodigal son getting caught up in the wrong crowd, making a mistake and making amends. This is a man whose actions ultimately led, inadvertently and indirectly, to the death of another human being.

Let’s start at the beginning. The son of a Baptist minister, John was born in Beaufort and had three siblings. John enjoyed a unique childhood; he started school when he was just three years old, when he was four he went to work shining shoes in his father’s shop. “By the time I went to grade school, I had saved $300; I could pay for my own books and those of my siblings.” It turns out that he was a gifted musician, and the summer between seventh and eighth grades, he played the trumpet in the all state band. During those school summers, he worked shining shoes over on Parris Island where he might make $100 a day. In his senior year at Robert Smalls, he was captain of both the football and basketball teams.

After graduation, John attended Howard University in Washington DC. There he pledged two fraternities and set his sights on becoming an attorney. However, he delayed that objective when he joined the ROTC, went to summer camp, and out of 3000 students, placed in the top ten. He was a Distinguished Military Graduate from Howard University and at 22, volunteered to go to Vietnam.

Long story short - he was injured while saving someone’s life on a search and destroy mission when the landing craft he was on came under heavy fire. John got a medical retirement and went back to the States. At the time, he did not realize that his experiences in Vietnam had occasioned him to suffer from PTSD, which would probably last for the rest of his life.

Back in DC, John went to work for New York Life Insurance Co. and quickly became their top salesman. A rising star in all that he

had accomplished so far, John was the golden boy. This is when his trajectory changed. After five years of selling life insurance, John decided to start a business. He hired several employees and planned to train them to generate income to invest back into the community. One thing led to another and the income wasn’t as forthcoming as he had projected, so John chose an aberrational course in the opposite direction. He trained five men to rob banks.

A tremendous amount of planning went into this endeavor, and when asked why he thought he could get away with it, he responded, “I rebelled against the system. I didn’t think we were getting a fair shake. This operation was well planned and thought out, we had an inside person, the combination to the vault, we knew the security system, and it was planned like a precise military operation. We spent six weeks planning it, we knew when the armored truck was arriving with the money and we thought we could get $1.5 million.”

The robbery was interrupted long before anyone even got to the door of the bank, because, unbeknownst to them, the police had been tipped off. Dortch and his accomplice John Bryant, were just exiting their car when two police officers arrived on the scene to question them. Dortch escaped and Bryant fled into an underground parking lot where he was detained by a young black female police officer. Bryant shot the police officer in the arm while she was on the radio calling for help; the bullet passed through her arm and lodged in her chest, killing her. Dortch turned himself into the police the next morning. When asked if he remembered feeling remorse for this series of events, he answered, “Remorse set in the minute I first heard about her death.”

John Dortch was sentenced to fifteen years to life and incarcerated in federal prison facilities from 1975 to 1990.

According to a document from the District of Columbia Court of Appeals, “‘By all accounts,” as the Committee on Admissions states in its report, “Dortch was a model prisoner during his fifteen years of incarceration.’ He received training in accounting and earned money working in the Federal Prison Industries program. Dortch also participated in educational and churchrelated activities, tutored and assisted other inmates, and directed a prison chapter of NAACP. Prison officials commended him for his excellent institutional adjustment. Dortch was paroled by the United States Parole Commission at his first eligibility date and he returned to Washington DC in the spring of 1990.”

In March of 1990, John Dortch applied to be the business manager of Covenant Baptist Church in DC and got involved in the ministry. But after a year and a half there, his dream of studying law resurfaced and he resigned his position to attend the David A. Clark School of Law. After graduation, he passed the bar examinations in the District of Columbia, West Virginia and

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Building Safer, Healthier and Stronger Communities The Circle of Hope Ministries is a 501(c)(3) faith-based charitable organization, founded by Rev. Dr. John C. Dortch. Rev. Dortch is a minister at St. Paul Baptist Church, under the leadership of Pastor Donald Goodwine. We are all-volunteers, committed to the Biblical precept that we serve God by serving others. There is a divine imperative to not only share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, but to also do the Gospel: feed the hungered, clothe the naked, shelter the homeless, to visit the sick and to minister to prisoners.

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Maryland. But thereafter, he says, “I knew I was being called to the ministry. So I left a six figure job to come back here and write my memoirs.”

“After completing my book, first I became a deacon, then an ordained and licensed minister. I served as pastor of Central Baptist Church, and I fell in love with the congregation. But after two years, I was moved in my spirit to pursue a vision that God gave me thirty-five years ago. My calling is to be a doer of the Word: feed the hungered, clothe the naked, shelter the homeless, minister to the sick and visit the prisoners.

“That vision was manifested in the establishment of the Circle of Hope Ministries, a 401(c)(3) faith-faith, based charitable organization, a church without walls. We are all volunteers. There is no higher calling than being a servant. At night, when I take an inventory of my day, the last question I ask myself is ‘Did you help someone today?’ If I can respond ‘Yes,’ then I have had a successful day.”

Again, this is not the story of the son of a preacher who goes astray, reconnects with his faith, and comes back home to serve his people and God, because that would be too pat. Pastor John Dortch is to be commended for his bravery in stepping up to the plate and telling his story because it exposes his

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underbelly as well as his accomplishments.

He was determined when he was released from prison to speak frankly and unabashedly about his experience because “I was determined to not build the rest of my life on a lie.” When asked if he could pick just one, what the defining moment was in his life so far. His response was “The prison experience. From my center, everything I’ve done has brought me to where I am now. I’ve been on both sides so I can relate and bridge both worlds. Out of the bad came the good.”

What was his motivating factor in writing Memoirs Of The Prodigal Son: The Road To Redemption? “I have a testimony to share; my memoir is about the unconditional love of God and his redeeming grace. I wanted to be an inspiration to people, to let them know they can overcome anything in life and there is always hope.”

Redemption, full circle, restitution; they are all just words. “I was told by my mother as a child that she and I were dreamers, that we had the gift.” They both had an identical vision of a sphere of light entering their bodies at a crucial time - she when she was in labor with him, he was he was experiencing one of his darkest moments in prison - the light saved them both. The biggest light that shines out of Pastor John Dortch is hope, and the circle of love that surrounds him: Circle of Hope Ministries.

We recognize that a community is much more than physical structures incorporated within a specifically defined geographical area. A community is defined by its people, its political and religious institutions, its history, rich cultural diversity, common objectives, shared values and sense of connectedness.

Most problems that we experience as a community are interconnected.

Viable solutions can only be realized by forging partnerships among major stakeholders: community residents, charitable organizations, religious institutions, governmental entities, businesses, educational institutions and law enforcement.

We really care about people and their life issues. We are dedicated to providing problem solutions based upon individual needs, and we will support any and all collaborations and integration of services, compatible with our mission.

Transitional Housing for Veterans On May 6, 2014, we launched a capital campaign to raise $250,000 to establish a shelter for the homeless. We have a purchase agreement to buy the building at 1816 Boundary Street in Beaufort for $185,000. Our goal is to raise $30,000 before closing the deal. Please help by sending your tax deductible donation: Circle of Hope Ministries, Inc., P.O. Box 554, Beaufort, SC 29901 or www. circleofhopemin.org.

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Martha Lynn WEBB A Volunteer Every Organization Would Love To Have

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Story by MARY ELLEN THOMPSON • Photography by PAUL NURNBERG

artha Lynn’s early memories of Lady’s Island include having backyard ponies and riding them up and down Sams Point Road when there was next to no traffic. Her family spent weekends and summer times out at the fish camp on Pritchard’s Island where multiple families gathered to fish and play on the beach and socialize in the relaxed atmosphere of island living. “I remember ‘Zoo’ Van Harten and ‘Buddy’ Lubkin tending the cooking fire while smoking cigars, and wading out into the water to fish in their long khaki pants. I can still see them out there in the water, fishing, in those long pants.” As a girl who grew up on, and loved the water, The Water Festival was one of her favorite events as a child. “I was born at the same time as the Beaufort Water Festival, as I am reminded every time a new t-shirt comes out! So many dedicated volunteers work year round to make this such a great community event.”

A native daughter of Buck and Martha Morris, Martha Lynn Morris Webb was born at Beaufort Memorial Hospital and raised on Lady’s Island where she and husband, Charles, now reside. She has three brothers, Milledge, David and Robert, also in Beaufort. “Obviously we’ve been very happy here.”

When she attended Beaufort Elementary School, Martha Lynn recalls that all of the children from first through twelfth grades rode on one bus. The elementary students were dropped off first, then the junior high students, then the high school students, including her brothers, who drove the bus! “Our dad, who was affectionately called ‘Humble Buck,’ owned an Esso station where Beaufort Town Center now sits, and my brothers and I all had to work there. He taught us by example to work hard, play harder, and never meet a stranger.” In sixth grade, Martha Lynn transferred to Beaufort Academy where she met her future husband Charles. She was working at Humble Buck’s Esso when he called her for their first date. “The rest is history,” she says.

Martha Lynn and Charles both graduated from Clemson, where she was a cheerleader and majored in accounting.

They married shortly after graduation at St. Helena’s Parish Church in August 1975.

“We came back to Beaufort because we wanted to raise our children around family. My family was here, Charles’ family was here and that was important to us.” Upon their return, Martha Lynn was an accountant for Bill Robinson at Robinson, Grant & Co., P.A., working part time for the next 30 years.

Martha Lynn and Charles have four children, all of whom also graduated from Beaufort Academy. Now, son Milledge is manager of the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club; Charley is

a teacher at Full Sail University in Florida; daughter Caroline Wreden is a veterinarian with Animal Medical Center of the Lowcountry on Lady’s Island, and their youngest daughter, Charmain is studying to be a physician’s assistant at the Medical University of South Carolina.

As Martha Lynn considers all the organizations with which she’s been involved, she surmises their common denominator. “I would guess that most all of our local charitable organizations were born of the dedication and selfless efforts of some one (or two) who saw a need and was passionate about finding a solution. When you become involved as a volunteer or board member, you are privileged to have a glimpse of that ‘passion’ and become a part of its ongoing success.”

“I seem to land in the treasurer’s spot. You gotta love those numbers! Even charities have to operate like a business or they won’t be around for long. I’ve served as treasurer for The Beaufort Academy, Friends of Nemours Wildlife Foundation, Episcopal Church Women of St. Helena, Friends of Caroline Hospice, Preservation Trust for Historic St. Helena’s Church, and have just recently agreed to serve as treasurer for Holy Trinity Classical Christian School.”

Although Martha Lynn demurs when asked if she has a favorite among her various volunteer activities, “How can you have a favorite when there are so many worthwhile organizations?” One that is dear to her heart is Friends of Caroline Hospice, an organization that finds her contributions invaluable as is evidenced by what Cheryl Comes, Co-Director, has to say. “Martha Lynn is the kind of volunteer that every organization would love to have. She is committed, passionate, smart and a hard worker. She is a wonderful volunteer manager but she never asks a volunteer to do a task that she wouldn’t do herself. Friends of Caroline Hospice is blessed with her talents, time and treasures.”

Martha Lynn became involved with Friends of Caroline Hospice when “Beverly Porter was serving as its second executive director. Beverly was only one generation away from that initial ‘passion’ that saw and met a need in our Beaufort community. I have to admit, I knew very little about hospice care seven years ago, but I’m a willing student.

I’ve received a real education about hospice since I became involved. This past year we successfully applied to become a Medicare certified hospice which has allowed us to expand services. The first hospice in Beaufort, Friends of Caroline Hospice, is here today because of the dedicated passionate volunteers and support of our Beaufort community.”

Another organization that receives the benefit of the Webbs generosity is the Beaufort Memorial Hospital

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“Our dad taught us by example to work hard, play harder, and never meet a stranger.”

Foundation which provides a nice full circle since they were both born in that hospital, as were all of their children.

Martha Lynn and Charles have hosted many dinner parties for the annual Valentine’s Ball fundraiser, as well as being an integral part of the Duke Symphony Orchestra concerts that also benefit the Foundation.

With an extensive list of volunteer activities to her credit, Martha Lynn acknowledges her contributions with practicality and grace. “We love Beaufort and I enjoy being involved with the community. One of the wonderful things about Beaufort is the number of people who volunteer. We are fortunate to have people come here who are retired and have skills that they are willing to share. Everyone feels so blessed to be here, that’s what makes it so easy.”

With a sparkle in her eye and clearly boundless energy, Martha Lynn reflects on their life at this stage of the game.

“Now that Charles and I are retired and empty-nesters, living in Beaufort affords us the opportunity to volunteer with various organizations as well as enjoy our beloved hobbies such as exercise classes at the YMCA, boating, Temple of Sport, going out to the fish camp at Pritchard’s Island, and Bible study. We love to spend time with our friends, family, and grandchildren; and I also enjoy gardening and trying to eat healthy. My two horses, Pee Wee and Markie, are inherited from my daughter and I still love riding as much as I did as a child.”

Martha Lynn is clearly a product of her Lowcountry environment, who has flourished where she was planted, and whose generosity nourishes the next generation.

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Giving: Clint Campbell and Karen Peluso “If I can change a hospital employee’s life today, I’ve done my job.” - Clint Campbell

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he river sparkled like a thousand diamonds beneath a late afternoon sun, while egrets perched on a nearby dock as Karen Peluso and Clint Campbell shared their story. Married for more than twenty years with five shared children, nine grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren, Karen and Clint lead a fulfilling and peaceful existence. After meeting in a writing class at a local community college in New Jersey, their friendship progressed from writing poetry to sharing lunch, to courtship, and eventually marriage.

Karen studied Fine Arts Education at Montclair State College. Following graduation she taught for a year before switching career paths to Office Management in the medical field. Clint transitioned from a family restaurant business to a career in finance. Both are now retired and spend their time volunteering at Beaufort Memorial Hospital or engaging in their passions; photography for Karen and cooking for Clint.

Although Karen is an awardwinning poet, her enthusiasm for photographing the natural beauty of the Lowcountry has taken precedence.

“It’s more than a hobby, it’s my art.”

Clint’s love of cooking stems from growing up in the family restaurant as well as his time in the Army as a cook.

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Story by Kim poovey Photography by SUSAN DELOACH He considers cooking and baking to be his ministry in that “you can always make people happy with goodies.”

Fondly known as ‘The Leftover Gourmet,’ Clint takes his cooking very seriously and often treats friends, guests, hospital employees and fellow volunteers to delectable treats such as his “secret family recipe” crumb cake, a favorite of all who taste it.

The couple’s introduction to Beaufort was serendipitous. Visiting friends in Bluffton in 1997, they debated between a day trip to Savannah or to Beaufort. Much to her chagrin, Karen was persuaded by Clint to visit Beaufort. “We took a carriage ride through the historic district and were instantly drawn to the beauty so we decided to return the next day.

After spending time photographing the downtown area and the Point we fell in love with Beaufort.” It would be six more years before they happened upon a beautiful home in need of some work overlooking the grandeur of the Beaufort River. Once the renovations were completed, they moved here permanently.

Saturday morning is a special time for them starting with breakfast at the Red Rooster followed by a stroll through the Port Royal Farmer’s market to shop for local produce and to socialize with friends. When at home, Karen enjoys writing or reading

handwritten letters from children and grandchildren or immersing herself in a good book like Recessional by James Michener. Clint, an avid reader, especially enjoys books by Karen Armstrong as well as listening to classical music and baking. Karen and Clint are devoted to the community, volunteering for the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation (BMHF). Despite their shared dedication to BMHF, they serve in different areas; Karen in the office while Clint works the front desk.

Karen utilizes her former career skills to support hospital office staff.

Making copies, filing and handaddressing cards to donors are just some of the duties Karen performs, alleviating some of the workload for those who diligently run the daily operations of the hospital. Volunteer services such as these save money, which can be allocated for additional medical personnel and state of the art equipment. Karen has helped the office staff for nearly two years. “The employees are so kind. They make me feel like royalty every time I arrive.

I am greeted with such love and compassion. Why wouldn’t you want to go there? I actually feel guilty when we go on vacation.” A smile crossed her lips as she spoke with affection and regard for the office staff. “I’m inspired by their hard work. It’s a behind-the scenes job that often goes unnoticed by

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the general public.” When asked who has inspired her most as a volunteer she quickly replied, “my husband, Clint, for his great dedication.”

Clint’s service at the front desk of the hospital is more discernable. For more than ten years, he has greeted and guided visitors entering the hospital and, on occasion, has driven the golf-cart. He enjoys the people with whom he works as well as those he welcomes. “I meet so many people who then become acquaintances and before you know it, you are running into them around town.” He went on to say that volunteering at the hospital helps the facility to grow by allotting money for important improvements such as the ER, Life Fit and the DaVinci Robot. “If I can change a hospital employee’s life through my service, then I have achieved my goal.” The front desk volunteers are like family, supporting each other and gathering monthly to dine at locally owned Bricks.

“Volunteering keeps me active

and making connections with people. You share stories about their families and other news in their lives.” When asked who has influenced his service most he replied, “David Milne, a 91-year old WWII Marine Corps veteran.

David works every Tuesday morning and is an inspiration to all who know him.”

Karen and Clint agree that the dedication and commitment of those who work and volunteer for the hospital is far-reaching, inspiring them both to do more. They hope others will heed the call to volunteer in order to make Beaufort and the world a better place. When searching for an opportunity to serve Clint encourages others, “to be passionate about the organization they volunteer for.”

One thing is clear; their love for each other and their dedication to the betterment of Beaufort Memorial Hospital and the local community is as brilliant as the sun sparkling across the Beaufort River.

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Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation (BMHF) was established in 1944 to raise funds for a burgeoning hospital.

Embarking on its seventy-fifth year, the Foundation has raised money for countless hospital improvements and expansions as well as medication assistance, state-of-the-art equipment, and scholarships. BMHF also promotes health and wellness opportunities for the community.

In 1990 the first Valentine’s Day Ball was held, becoming a major annual event raising $4.2 million to date. Additional revenue is generated through the Growing Endowment Fund and the annual Duke Symphony Orchestra Concert, entering its 11ththe tireless efforts of the Foundation, BMH now boasts a mobile care unit, a Davinci Robot, digital and 3D mammography, the Keyserling Cancer Center, the Cochrane Heart Center, Life Fit, and the newly expanded Pratt Emergency Room.

BMHF welcomes support from community members whether volunteering in the hospital, attending annual fundraising events, or through financial contributions and endowments. For more information on giving or volunteering please visit the BMHF website at http://www. bmhsc.org/bmh-foundation/default.aspx. Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation continues to fund and to support efforts to provide first-class medical care for years to come.

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DONNIE BEER

A Desire To Help Those Who Serve Our Country Story by KATHERINE LANG Photography by SUSAN DELOACH

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onnie Beer tells a story about her mother, “After mother retired, she did some work for NOW, the National Organization for Women, which was pretty controversial then, in the 1970s,” Donnie says, referring to the organization that works to support female candidates for public office.

“One day, we stopped for gas -- this was in the days when an attendant pumped it for you. A woman came out, and my mother said, “Do you think she know what she’s doing?” “Why wouldn’t she, Mom?” “Well, she’s a woman!”

Donnie laughs. “My mother may have been working for NOW, but she was still a true southern lady.”

Donnie herself can be described as a true southern lady, one who is always impeccable, who stayed home when her children were small, who is infallibly gracious, and who, like her mother before her, is active in her church.

But those who grew up in the south know that a southern lady is also likely to have strong convictions and act on them, to do whatever needs to be done in a crisis, to quickly come to the aid of neighbors or strangers in need, and to plow new ground as required. Donnie Beer is the quintessential embodiment of these virtues.

When she was three, Donnie’s family moved to Beaufort, where they lived until she had finished third grade, and they moved to Columbia. They were here long enough, and she was young enough, that for Donnie, Beaufort was home, no matter where else she might be at the time. Her first job, though, was in Columbia, at Fort Jackson, plowing that new ground as the first civilian - and the first woman - to ever work in a military brigade.

Donnie, along with her husband, Russell,

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made it back to Beaufort in 1970, and she continued to work with the Military as a Civil Servant on Parris Island, until she left to work in mortgage banking and raise a family. It was not until after her children were in school that she found her true calling, continuing to work but volunteering wherever she found need, as well. To know Donnie is to be in awe - not only of her commitment to and love for Beaufort, but also of her energy. Her long-time colleague, Mayor Billy Keyserling, says, “Donnie never holds back. Give her a challenge and she is all in. Donnie is on the spot. She attends every meeting to which she is invited, has something to say and takes on assignments to help and makes improvements where warranted. It is said that “all politics is local;” meeting the needs of those in need, Donnie is there.”

The list of all the jobs Donnie has taken on over the years is too long to recount, but some of the most recent or ongoing highlights include her twenty-three years of service as a member of Beaufort City COuncil, for which she is up for reelection this November. She has also been active with the Red Cross for fifteen years, and as a member of the Red Cross Disaster Response Team, meets the Fire Department at home fires and other emergencies to provide whatever is most needed: a blanket, a meal, a bed, or a shoulder to lean on. During the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy in New York, Donnie was deployed to help with disaster assistance there, and speaks with gratitude of the opportunity to help, as she describes the scenes of destruction she witnessed. Part of her role was to work with liaisons from other teams, such as the FEMA Coordinator and a representative from the United Way, in order to bring as much relief as possible to the areas hit. Brighton

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Beach, Coney Island -- the names fall off her tongue. “Coney Island almost disappeared,” Donnie says, shaking her head.

Perhaps because so many of her family and of Russell’s have been in the military and fought in wars, there is a special place in Donnie’s heart for men and women in uniform. As a member of the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, Donnie was instrumental in creating a Military Appreciation Day, and she has worked with the USO to see that soldiers are hailed at both deployments and homecomings. She feels a kinship with and reverence for others who respond when the country is threatened; Donnie organizes the Annual 9-11 Ceremony at Waterfront Park each year. She also has worked for a long time with Starbase, a program that works with students at risk of failing science or math. “This is the only one of three such programs in South Carolina that is on an active military base,” Donnie says proudly, as she describes the tools they use to capture the students’ imagination, including a 3-D printer.

One of Donnie’s sons was in the Navy, and two of her grandsons joined the military. One, Brandon, was a medic who

has served in both Iraq and Afghanistan.

His best friend was killed, and Brandon had to put him in the body bag. “You aren’t the same after that,” he told his grandmother. Mindful of his experience, Donnie was actively involved in bringing the Lt. Dan Concert Independence Fund to Beaufort, to create a positive experience and raise money for “Wounded Warriors.” When the program was moved to Charleston, she helped found and is Chair of Healing Heroes of the Lowcountry (HHLF), whose mission is to raise money for treatments for soldiers who are wounded during active duty, with a particular emphasis on PTSD. The organization’s Treasurer, Dick Rooney, worked with Donnie to get them up and running. He notes, “Without Donnie Beer, the HHLF wouldn’t be half the entity that it has become; her dedication to our military, her tireless drive to establish and accomplish the goals of HHLF, her humility and her reputation in the community are the qualities that make Donnie the lady that she is. We have been working together for fewer that two years; every day my southern education reaches a new higher level. When Donnie says, “I just do the best I can, she is truly being humble.”

Our Mission - Serving those who Sacrificed The mission of the Healing Heroes of the Lowcountry Fund, an all-volunteer, not-forprofit organization established in 2013, is to honor, empower and support our wounded military heroes, first responders and their families/caregivers, as needed, that may arise during hospitalization and/or recovery as well as to provide assistance for those with perpetuating requirements.

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“You can find something good no matter what you do or how bad things get.” - Steve Curless Story by KIM POOVEY Photography by JOHN WOLLWERTH

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gregarious man with a warm smile and endearing countenance, Steve Curless has spent most of his life serving others. Born on a farm in Hannibal, Missouri, (as Steve boasts, home of famed writer Mark Twain); he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps during his senior year of high school. Steve traveled the world for twenty-three years as an artilleryman until his retirement from active duty in 1997. While stationed in Okinawa, Japan, Steve stumbled upon an avocation that would lead to his future passion and second career. Introduced to the entertainment business, specifically being a disc jockey, Steve instantly felt at ease with the craft. When first embarking in the field, turntables were the principle means of delivering music. Steve recollects spinning albums on turntables to get the timing correct so the music flowed for the audience. As time and technology progressed, albums transitioned to cassettes and from there to CD’s. Presently, Steve downloads music onto the computer accessing tunes with the touch of a button. “There is much more to being a DJ than just playing music. You have to interact with your audience, which may mean dancing or socializing with guests. An outgoing personality is definitely important.”

Steve established his own DJ business in 1991 while stationed in Jacksonville, North Carolina. However, in 1997 a close friend moved to Beaufort introducing Steve to his future home. And the rest, as they say, is history.

The welcoming atmosphere of the charming coastal town appealed to him. Not long after, he settled in Beaufort permanently, bringing his DJ enterprise, Ramblin Coastal, with him.

But it wasn’t long before Steve would heed the invitation to help those in need. In 2003, he learned that HELP of Beaufort was requesting clothing donations.

Intrigued by the charity, he made arrangements to tour the HELP facility. A petite lady, Ellodie Snyder, greeted him and shared information about the organization.

Before he left, she asked if he might take out the trash.

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He readily agreed and found himself returning each week to repeat the humble task. His frequent visits prompted more involvement and before long he was serving on the Board of Directors. With a passion in his soul for the organization, and all it had to offer, Steve went on to become President in 2006, a role he currently holds.

Friend and associate, Mardi Lambert, shared “Steve doesn’t just volunteer and take out the trash (and yes, he still takes out the trash). He delivers furniture, mentors those in financial crisis, and provides guidance for job training and housing assistance. Whatever the need, Steve is there to lend a helping hand, even using his own vehicle and gas for deliveries.”

One of Steve’s favorite success stories is that of a young woman who requested assistance from HELP to obtain her GED. With approval from the Board, HELP went on to assist her in achieving her goal. Sometime later they received a three-page letter from the woman thanking HELP for their support. She went on to share her successes along with photos of her children. “It was a good feeling knowing that she took the time to thank us and to know we had helped improve her life.”

Steve went on to say, “People come to us in a state of despair, facing anything from homelessness with their children or having their electricity turned off because they can’t pay the bill. They’re defeated and hopeless when they enter but they leave with a sense of relief and their heads held high.”

Several years ago Steve noted that local non-profit organizations and churches were duplicating services due to a lack of collaboration. In an effort to bring the groups together, Steve formed the Community Services Organization (CSO) in 2009. The following year CSO began utilizing an online data base known as Charity Tracker. Charity Tracker allows non-profits to share information about services provided and alert them to those with special needs. CSO is comprised of over 40 charitable organizations and churches as well as 100

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individual members. For those interested in learning more, the group meets on the third Wednesday each month at 12:45 at the Baptist Church of Beaufort.

Steve’s dream for HELP of Beaufort is to be housed in a mortgage/rent free facility in order to allocate funds for more training programs. “It’s like the theory ‘give a man a fish he eats for a day, teach a man to fish and he eats for a lifetime.’

It’s about learning to be self-sufficient and giving people hope.” One of their successful endeavors is the “Dress for Success” day. This program fits individuals with appropriate attire, free of charge, as well as providing guidance for successful job interviews. Another goal for HELP is to expand educational programs for young people in an effort to eliminate poverty.

Outside of volunteering and DJ events, Steve enjoys military movies, such as Full Metal Jacket. His eyes lit up as he spoke of his three children, a daughter and son living in Missouri, and his youngest son serving in the US Marine Corps in Japan. In addition, he has five grandchildren, all of whom live out of state and that he “would like to see more often.” As a DJ, Steve plays a myriad of music styles but his favorite is old time country-western, particularly the music of George Straight. Despite all of his activities, he still finds time to serve as an usher at the Baptist Church of Beaufort.

Without question Steve’s legacy is one of kindness, compassion, and altruism. “His optimism is contagious,” says friend Mardi Lambert. Whether bringing joy to special events through his outgoing nature and music, ushering churchgoers on Sunday mornings, helping those in need, or taking out the trash, Steve Curless is an inspirational and charismatic soul.

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Organized more than thirty years ago, HELP of Beaufort was the collaborative effort of several local churches to provide meals to the hungry. Since 1979 the organization has expanded its outreach to include a food pantry, clothing, furniture, financial assistance, and referrals to other philanthropic agencies. Individuals and families in Beaufort and the surrounding areas can request assistance through the HELP office.

HELP relies on donations of food, clothing, furniture, as well as the time and support of volunteers. Area churches and schools hold food drives while altruistic children have collected food items at birthday parties in lieu of gifts. The Happy Days Sock Hop, an annual event, raises funds for the HELP organization. Each spring attendees don their best 1950s attire for an evening of dancing to live music and socializing.

A silent auction with more than one hundred items temps all in attendance. With a varied selection from which to choose, such as weekend getaways, jewelry, art, and gift baskets (like the Redneck basket, a crowd favorite), guests are sure to find a treasure.

For more information on how to volunteer for or to make donations to HELP, visit the website, http://www.helpofbeaufort. org. HELP is located at 1910 Bagget Street, Beaufort or call 843524-1223.

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32nd Annual Heritage Days Celebration Penn’s Promise: Legacy, Literacy and Land

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he historic Penn Center presents its 32nd Annual Heritage Days Celebration to be held November 6-9, 2014. Heritage Days is a festive family event enriched by the unique cultural expressions of the Gullah Geechee people, the historic significance of Penn Center and the natural beauty of St. Helena Island and all of Beaufort County.

Penn’s Promise: Legacy, Literacy and Land will be the theme for this year’s celebration which will be interpreted throughout the extended four-day event filled with a tradition of music, dance, food and art.

Heritage Days will kick-off on Thursday, November 6th at 3:00 p.m. with the Opening Ceremony and Penn School Founders Memorial. The ceremony will feature: guest speaker, Ms. Senfronia Smith, the new principal of St. Helena Elementary School, the Flags of the Gullah People & Nations Processional that will be proudly presented by our very own Beaufort County School students, a tribute to Penn School Founders Laura Towne, Ellen Murray and Charlotte Forten and the reading of the Heritage Days Celebration Proclamation. Following the Opening Ceremony and between the hours of 5:00-7:00 p.m. attendees can enjoy a Taste of the Sea Islands and the Road of Remembrance Youth Theatrical Play. After dining on delicious Gullah cuisine, guests will take a short ¼ mile trip to Bethesda Christian Fellowship to partake in an Old Fashioned Prayer Service beginning promptly at 7:00 p.m To conclude the first day of events, Penn Center will present a collection of work created by the Heritage Days Celebration featured artist, Sonja Griffin Evans at a reception in the York W. Bailey Museum between 6:00-9:00 p.m.

The celebration continues on Friday, November 7th for the Youth Day program and events, Landowners and Farmers Workshop, Heritage Symposium and the Juke Joint Jam in Darrah Hall. Local and regional schools will converge on Penn’s historic grounds at 9:00 a.m. to be welcomed and greeted by Aunt Pearlie Sue, the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Reenactment Regiment, artisans and craftsmen in the Gullah Roots Village, the Spirit of Old Beaufort’s re-enactment of Penn School founders Laura Towne and Charlotte Forten.

On Friday, the grounds will be filled with food vendors offering sumptuous Gullah cuisine and opportunities to purchase special finds at the vendors craft fair, all leading up to the night’s

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entertainment—The Juke Joint Jam in Darrah Hall.

The main event day, Saturday, November 8th traditionally begins at 9:00 a.m. with a grand Heritage Days Celebration Parade. Parade goers will be delighted by local and regional high school marching bands, whimsical floats and lots of cheer. The parade begins at St. Helena Elementary School and ends on the Penn Center grounds at center stage where the Honors Program will begin at 11:00 a.m. The Honors Program allows Penn Center to give a very special thank you to our local churches that have provided support throughout the year. Immediately following the Honors Program, everyone will enjoy a spectacular display of Gullah culture unfolding on the center stage.

During the main-event day, while center stage entertainment is unfolding, there will be lots to see and to do on Penn’s grounds: visit the Gullah Roots Village, food and craft vendors, the Welcome Center, the York W. Bailey Museum and Artists Row. Heritage Days is not over, Saturday evening presents two events to choose from: the 2014 Gullah Heritage Greek Step Show and the Soul Slide Dance Party.

As the Heritage Days Celebration comes to a close on its last day, Penn Center and area St. Helena Island churches invite all to Sunday Morning Worship Services. Please check Penn Center’s website for church listings and times of service.

Penn Center has added a finale event in partnership with the University of South Carolina Beaufort’s Center for the Arts, CUMBYAH-A Gullah Geechee Spiritual Experience on Sunday, November 9th at 3:00 p.m. This event will showcase St. Helena Island soloists who are featured in the newly released CD, GULLAH: Voice of an Island and the Geechee Gullah Ring Shouters of Georgia. Masteress of Ceremonies for the evening will be Dr. Marlena Smalls, who is the founder and director of the nationally known Hallelujah Singers.

The 32nd Annual Heritage Days Celebration promises to be an event over-flowing with rich culture, valued customs and longtime traditions, that will leave all feeling fully immersed in all things Gullah Geechee. Come and experience a unique sense of place at the historic Penn Center on beautiful St. Helena Island, only 7 miles from Beaufort, S.C., one of “Best Small Towns to Visit.”

For information on Heritage Days Celebration events, call: (843) 838-2432, email: info@penncenter.com or visit: www. penncenter.com/public-programs/heritage-day.

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Sandy Dimke: Focus on Therapy Dog International • Story by CINDY REID Photos by PAUL NURNBERG •

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ixie Dimke has over 225 visits under her collar.

That’s over 225 times she has brought her own brand of love and comfort to those who need it the most, primarily the elderly at local assisted living residences. A past recipient of the Therapy Dogs International “Active Outstanding Volunteer” award, she is slated to receive her next award by the end of this year, after completing 250 visits. Of course Dixie doesn’t operate alone; her people Sandy and Russ Dimke accompany her on every visit. What makes Dixie so good at what she does? Just ask Sandy.

Sandy, “She’s so calm and she loves attention. Nothing bothers her, especially with children.”

Seven years ago Sandy and Russ Dimke were looking to add an Irish Setter to their family when Sandy came across an ad for English Setter puppies only a few miles from their Bull Point Plantation home. After visiting the puppies and their mom Scout, Sandy says, “It was love at first sight”. When puppy Dixie was old enough the Dimke’s enrolled her in AKC Obedience classes, where she not only passed, she received her Canine Good Citizen certificate.

Sandy‘s first experience with therapy dogs actually came about through her photography art work. She says, “In 2010, I was at the Alzheimer Day Care photographing for my Hands Across Beaufort exhibit and witnessed how a dog could change a person’s emotions. A woman sat motionless, oblivious to her surroundings.

The therapy dog was brought over to her and she was encouraged to pet her. After only a minute or two her body relaxed and a grin appeared on her face. She never spoke a word but it was obvious that for those brief moments, she reconnected with the world. I was hooked. I knew that it was something I needed Dixie, Russ and me to become involved with.”

Therapy Dog International When a local chapter of Therapy Dog International was formed in Beaufort, Dixie, Sandy and Russ joined up. Dogs must meet eligibility requirements, such as age (they must be at least a year old), have a good temperament, be friendly and show no aggression or shyness. Owners and dogs both are required to pass a rigorous test before they can be certified. The test includes the basic commands (sit, stay etc) as well as tasks specific to the dog’s therapy role, such as how the dog reacts to wheelchairs and walkers. The owner also, must be comfortable in their role and most crucially, be able to control their dog at all times.

Sandy says, “Dixie was a natural, she passed the test with flying colors. She is a good height for people in a wheelchair to pet and a good size for children to interact with during our reading sessions. I also think it is good way for Dixie to make her own contribution.” Therapy dogs come in all shapes and sizes, from little lap dogs to larger Dobermans and Bernese Mountain Dogs.

Tail Waggin’ Tutor During the school year, Dixie is also active in Therapy Dog International’s Tail Waggin’ Tutor program at the YMCA and, in the summer, with students at Thumbs Up, the after school homework program. The very popular Tail Waggin’ Tutors program brings the dogs into the children’s environment in order to improve their reading skills. As Sandy says, “The children are more comfortable reading out loud to the dogs and we’re there to listen and help them improve.” Different members of the chapter participate in the Tail Waggin’ Tutors programs each week at Beaufort, Coosaw, Riverview Charter and other local elementary schools, as well as the Beaufort County Disability Center.

Art In Focus A professional architectural photographer for over twenty years, Sandy became very active in the photography arts world in Beaufort after moving here in 2001. Ten years ago she and four other local photographers founded the Photography Club of Beaufort and she served as the club’s President for the first three years. She says, “We currently have almost one hundred members in the club so the whole effort was well worth it.”

Sandy says, “One of my goals was to promote photography as an art so I became involved with Beaufort Art Association and have sat on their Board in various positions for the past six years.” She is currently a Director in the organization. In addition Sandy serves as the chairperson of the Bull Point Plantation Architectural Review Board. She still does some architectural photography for clients and has taught local classes on photography and Photoshop. As an accredited photography judge, she has judged numerous photo competitions throughout New England and North and South Carolina.

Sandy’s book, Hands at work and play in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, grew out of her Hands Across Beaufort photography exhibit for the Beaufort Three Century Project. The book presents over 100 of Sandy’s black and white photographs of hands, hands working and living in the lowcountry, as well as prose and poems she authored.

Now through December Sandy has a photography exhibit, Cuban Retrospective, at USCB (Osher Lifelong Living Institute, Beaufort Campus, Sandstone Bldg #124). The exhibit grew out of her trip to Cuba with the People to People program. She says, “I went to Cuba eighteen months ago and it was just a wonderful experience. We worked with Cuban photographers, and photographed everything from boxing rings to ballet. Our Cuban hosts showed us all their favorite photo spots. The people were warm, happy and welcoming. It is a beautiful country and I would go back in a heartbeat.” Sandy also has an on-going exhibit at Great Gardens Café on Trask Parkway called “Wise in Silence.”

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For more information on Sandy’s photography work, visit her website at www.dimkephotoart.com Volunteer Photography Sandy volunteers her time and skills to the Beaufort County Animal Shelter’s cat adoption center, Tabby House, located at Beaufort Town Center, where she photographs their adoptable cats every month. The photos are used in newspapers and on social media to help the cats find “forever homes.” She says, “I take pictures of the cats that have been there for a while, the ones that really need adoption.” When asked if photographing cats was difficult she laughs and says “Of course… but the people at Tabby House are very helpful! Together we manage to get it done, and I enjoy doing it.” She also contributes the photography for St. Peter’s Catholic Church “Homes for the Holiday” fund raising tour.

Happy Dog Sandy says, “Each week when Dixie puts on her red ‘Therapy Dog International’ bandanna, she gets very excited. She knows she is ‘going to work.’

It is enjoyable for her and for Russ and me too.”

She continues, “It’s rewarding to understand that dogs don’t see differences in humans. They are not prejudiced by race, religion, social status, financial security or mental or physical disabilities. Everyone is approached equally without preconceived prejudices.”

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Therapy Dogs International Therapy Dogs International (TDI®) was founded in 1976 and is a volunteer organization dedicated to providing qualified handlers and their Therapy Dogs for visits to schools, hospitals, assisted living homes and other places where Therapy Dogs can bring love and comfort. TDI registers all breeds of dogs. Some dogs have pedigrees, while others have been adopted from local shelters or are rescue dogs. TDI has over 25,000 volunteer dogs and their handlers in all 50 States as well as some in Canada.

To belong to Therapy Dogs International (TDI®) all dogs must be tested and evaluated by a Certified TDI Evaluator. A dog must be a minimum of one (1) year of age and have a sound temperament. Each dog must pass a TDI strict evaluation for suitability to become a Therapy Dog. The test includes evaluation of both the handler and the dog’s behavior around people with the use of service equipment (wheelchairs, crutches, etc.). TDI also requires a continuously updated Health Record Form to be completed and signed by a licensed veterinarian. Local facilities recognize the high standards that must be met to be accepted to TDI and appreciate that they are also covered by TDI’s liability insurance policy.

TDI is a non-profit organization supported through annual membership dues. Donations are welcome.

Beaufort has a local TDI Chapter #229. For additional information on this chapter contact director Dick Hoagland at 522-2073 or by email at merle13@embarqmail.com or for general information visit www.tdi-dog.org.

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April Redd

A Woman Who Loves To Give Back Story by MARY ELLEN THOMPSON Photography by SUSAN DELOACH

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pril Redd moves through life at a dizzying pace; “I have a special drive and determination that God gives me.” She holds down a full time job in the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office in the accreditation section while being a single mom to her two daughters, Romia Robinson and Jessica Redd. Her volunteer choices include being on the finance committee of Love House Ministries where she’s also involved with their Dollar A Day Afterschool Care program and the recently acquired Community Bowling Center. Add to this list that she is vice-president of the Lady’s Island Middle School Parent Teachers Organization, volunteers at the St. Helena Library, is a member of the Disabled Americans, and her commitment to Habitat for Humanity.

The only girl, and youngest of four children raised by a single mom in Washington DC, April learned about hard work and dedication at an early age. “My parents divorced when I was seven years old. My father was given up for adoption as an infant and remained in the system until he ran away from the orphanage at the age of sixteen. He dropped out of high school in the eleventh grade to never return, but he was a very smart man and he was talented at whatever he had set his mind to; he died in 1994. My mom dropped out of high school after tenth grade, she started a nursing program but didn’t finish because she began having children. My mom led by example; she lived it as she walked out this walk, so I learned it from her. She worked full-time and part-time jobs as a janitor/custodian for the airport and the federal government and wasn’t afforded the opportunity to receive government assistance from the state.

In my case, that was an act of God because I have that same fire within me. I started working when I was thirteen to aid her with my costs for various activities; I joined the JROTC (Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps) and needed things like gowns so I was able to buy them myself and take that cost away from her.”

After she graduated from high school, April joined the Navy.

She spent four years on active duty and fifteen years in total including her time in the Reserves. For six months, she was deployed to the Gulf War in 1991 for Operation Desert Storm, and was activated for six months as part of Operation Enduring Freedom after the 9/11 attacks in 2001. “My position in the Navy was in damage control – I was primarily a firefighter, but when there were no fires, I was a plumber! I didn’t join

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the Navy to be a plumber. But I learned how to make my brain work for me so I didn’t have to get dirty any longer. Even now, I don’t like getting dirty - my idea of camping is staying in a hotel!”

Stationed in Norfolk, Virginia, April went to boot camp in Orlando FL in July of 1990; she says, “I didn’t even realize the war was going on while I was there. I went straight from boot camp to the ship, USS Puget Sound. I got out of the military in October of 2005.

“I believe that people can learn more from watching than we can ever tell them. What I teach my girls is - be moral citizens, stay true to your faith, do more, love more, and it makes a difference. I live my life trying to be morally and spiritually sound before God and man.”

April’s drive and determination spurred her to continue her education. Succinctly, April says, “If I don’t work, my household won’t be provided for.” She achieved her Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management from Northern Virginia Community College in May of 1999. Ten years later, in May of 2009, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Management and Human Resources Management from Park University. Continuing to strive for excellence, in December of 2012, April attained a dual Master of Arts Degrees in Management/Leadership and Human Resources Development from Webster University, with a 3.7 GPA. It was in 2006 that April and her daughters moved to Beaufort and shortly after, in January of 2007, she began working for Beaufort County in the building codes. In 2009 she was transferred to emergency management, and in 2013 that department was taken over by the Sheriff’s Office. However, it turned out that April’s neighborhood was neither a safe place to live nor to raise her girls. In addition to her job and all of her volunteer work, April became a recipient of Habitat for Humanity’s housing program in 2011.

Fortunately for April, she had a friend, Mary Weber, who shared with her information about Habitat for Humanity and their program for home ownership. In 2010, April was selected for the program after successfully completing the application process, which is stringent. According to their website: “Applicants must be legal U.S. residents who have lived or worked in Northern Beaufort County for a minimum of six months prior to application. Applicants must be currently living in substandard housing, which can mean it is

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overcrowded, in poor repair, in an unsafe neighborhood, or overpriced. Applicants must have a low income, but still be able to afford a Habitat mortgage payment. Applicants must be willing to partner with Habitat in our mission.

All homeowners are required to contribute ‘sweat equity’ volunteer time on their own home, other Habitat homes and at the Re-Store and attend educational workshops.

A single-adult family must complete 250 hours of sweat equity; a two-adult family must complete 400 hours.”

In April of 2011, the Redds house was ready in Penn Center Village on Saint Helena Island. April was at first a bit awed by St. Helena. “St. Helena was foreign to me, I hadn’t even been out here when I was living in town; I was used to DC where there were multiple ways to get in and out - here there only are two bridges!”

The house that was chosen for the Redd’s is called the “Dataw House” so named because a group of residents at Dataw Island formed the Dataw House Committee and worked in partnership with Habitat for Humanity to raise the money to sponsor the house.

Now happily ensconced in their new home, April, Jessica and Romia, who is currently in Army boot camp at Fort Jackson, continue to make a difference in their community.

When April volunteers at the library, Jess reads to younger children. When Jess is in a play or performance, April is back stage. Jess’ next performance, as the head villager in The Rockin’ Tale of Snow White, will be performed November 21 - 23 at USCB and she hopes everyone will come to the play.

April still volunteers at the Re-Store, is the Family Support Coordinator for Habitat, and tries to attend every new home dedication.

Very simply, at the end of the day, April modestly says, “I love giving back.”

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History and Vision LowCountry Habitat for Humanity is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. Habitat manifests itself through local affiliates so that all operations can have maximum relevance to individual communities. The international Habitat for Humanity movement began in Americus, GA in 1976 with Millard and Linda Fuller. They founded Habitat with the conviction that every person deserves a decent place to live. They believed that communities can come together to make this possible for their neighbors in need.

LowCountry Habitat has built 41 homes since its inception in 1990, including houses in the City of Beaufort, Port Royal, St. Helena, and Gardens Corner. The end result of these has been the provision of safe, affordable housing for over 49 adults and 106 children.

• 1976 Habitat for Humanity International founded • 1990 LowCountry Habitat for Humanity founded • 1991 First house built by LowCountry Habitat on St. Helena • 2003 LowCountry Habitat hires first Executive Director • 2004 ReStore started in Port Royal • 2006 Affiliate moves office and ReStore to Parris Island Gateway • 2008 Completion of “Block-by-Block” – Repair of over 32 homes in Beaufort’s NW Quadrant • 2009 Completion of five houses at Prince and Hamar in the City of Beaufort • 2012 Completion of four houses on St. Helena Island in Penn Village • 2013 Completed rehabilitation of 40th House In 2015, we look forward to celebrating 25 years of service in Northern Beaufort County.

Story by MARY ELLEN THOMPSON Photography by PAUL NURNBERG

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ho can resist coffee and crepes for breakfast and/or lunch, and dessert? Lazy Susan’s Cafe & Creperie is the only one if its kind in this area. Sandwiches and burgers abound in this town, but not crepes. Light as air thin little cousins to a pancake, the crepes are gently folded over savory or sweet fillings. And there is coffee: Italian espresso, cappuccino, latte, cafe mocha, and affogato - which is espresso poured over a cup of either French vanilla or butter pecan ice cream! French press coffees - pick a flavor and add a flavored syrup if you wish. There is also house blend coffee at the help yourself coffee bar.

Or there is a lovely selection of loose leaf teas, if you prefer.

Seat yourself in the warm yellow and turquoise intimate dining room with the tin ceiling, look up at the innovative chandelier that owner Phillip Goebel transformed himself with a drill and some black and red coffee cups, and prepare to enjoy your meal. Every crepe on the menu has a story behind the name. For instance the “French Englishman” savory crepe is filled with tomato, bacon, cream cheese, and egg, (think about that; you know your mouth is watering). It was inspired by Phil’s college room mate, a French Canadian with a Brazilian mom and a Lebanese dad, who made English muffins topped with cream cheese, tomato, bacon, salt and pepper; Phil added the egg for good measure and voilà - a delicious breakfast crepe. There are seven savory crepes on the menu and six sweet choices, but there is a special every week that boosts one side of the menu or the other. On weekends, Sara’s biscuits and gravy are served; a secret recipe given to Phil’s friend Sara by her grandmother, this is a mouthwatering event.

For dessert lovers, a crepe (or two) will hit the spot. What will tempt you? The Carolina summer - blueberry, chocolate, glazed pecan, and whipped cream? How about bananas foster - banana, brown sugar and rum? Bring your children because there are kids crepes on the menu; pizza (marinara, cheese, pepperoni or sausage), banana crunch (banana, chocolate, Rice Krispies), or the all time favorite pb & j (creamy peanut butter with strawberry or grape). For the kid in all of us there is a grown up Marseilles pb & j on the menu as well, filled with Nutella, peanut butter, and jelly. Some days it just doesn’t get any better than something with bacon, or peanut butter and jelly!

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An F-18 pilot who has done tours in the Middle East, Phil named the restaurant after his call sign: SUSAN. Phil had been stationed at the Marine Corps Air Station in Beaufort for three and a half years when he found this spot for the restaurant at Habersham. It is a commercial property with an apartment upstairs, so he bought it to live upstairs and decided to open the restaurant downstairs. Phil realized that every time he wanted to go out for breakfast, he had to go downtown, and thought this would be the perfect spot for an early in the day eatery. Part of the inspiration came from his brother and sister-in-law’s creperie, Old Forge, in Put-in-Bay, Ohio. Part of Phil’s inspiration came from his own travels. The decor reflects his trips to Europe - the photographs on the wall are his, the coffee cups are French blue, and he has accomplished the atmosphere he was trying to create, a “European feel with Southern charm.”

On July 1, he was transferred to Camp LeJeune; on July 27 the restaurant opened. “Now” he says, “I have a fun drive down I-95 every weekend!” Holding down the fort with capable hands while he is away is his staff of Marine drill instructor and pilot wives: Micah, Jaclyn, Salena, Rebecca, Chelsea, and Charlotte. Phil hopes to be transferred back to Beaufort next summer.

Keep an eye on the menu. Phil has plans for a selection of chocolate crepes, and in October he will feature pumpkin crepe specials. Open from 6:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday; closed on Wednesday, Lazy Susan’s Cafe and Creperie is the perfect choice for breakfast, lunch, or just dessert and coffee.

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Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation Valentine Ball

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r. Andy and Laura Beall, co-chairs of Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation’s 26th Annual Valentine Ball, know all too well the benefits of having a top-notch hospital in their community.

Laura Beall, a breast cancer survivor, was treated at Beaufort Memorial’s Keyserling Cancer Center.

“We count ourselves fortunate to be here and to be promoting BMH, an organization we feel is vital to the well-being of the area and whose services we have experienced first-hand,” Laura Beall said.

Their co-chairs, Dr. D.J. and Ryan Christian, have their own personal experience with BMH. All three of their children were born in the hospital’s Birthing Center.

“There are so many exceptional doctors and nurses here,” Ryan Christian said.

“Other small towns Beaufort’s size just don’t have what we have.”

The Christians moved to Beaufort when D.J. Christian, an otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat specialist), joined Beaufort ENT and Allergy.

Laura Beall, a sales consultant for Etcetera clothing, is the newest member of the BMH foundation’s Board of Trustees.

Her husband, Andy, is executive director of the Santa Elena Foundation.

Both couples have been actively involved in supporting Beaufort Memorial’s mission of delivering superior health care services and improving the health of the community. Not only have they been regulars at the ball, they’ve teamed up with friends to host pre-ball dinner parties. Over the years, they’ve also served on a variety of the event’s planning committees, including decorations, auction, and dinner party assignments.

“The dinner parties are our favorite part of the ball,” Beall said.

“We love how they bring together the most interesting people of all seasons—people you might not have known otherwise, but can now count among your dearest friends.

“It’s especially wonderful for people who are new to the area because they provide and entree into friendships you can continue to build over time.”

More than 500 people are expected to attend this year’s black tie fundraiser. Every guest who purchases a ticket by Jan. 16 receives a personal invitation to attend a pre-ball dinner party

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Ryan Christian and Laura Beall

held in one of Beaufort’s most beautiful homes.

After dinner, guests will progress to the ball for an evening of dancing, a silent auction, and tiers of elaborate desserts. Once again this year, the event will be held at the Beaufort Memorial Medical and Administrative Center (BMAC), located across from the hospital.

Since its inception in 1990, the Valentine Ball has raised nearly $4.2 million for the non-profit hospital. Proceeds from the 2015 event will help finance the renovation and much-needed expansion of the Intensive Care Unit. With the renovation, the unit will accommodate 50 percent more patients. Other improvements will include state-of-the-art cardiac and invasive monitors, lift equipment, special ICU beds and thoughtfully designed family consultation and waiting rooms.

Tickets to the 26th Annual Valentine Ball start at $150 per person (including the pre-ball dinner party) and include several levels of contributions. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (843) 522-5774 or visit www.valentineball.org.

Let’s Do Business...

In BEAUFORT

The Turbeville Insurance Agency Moves to a New Office on Lady’s Island

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he Turbeville Agency and Beaufort

While the Turbeville Insurance Agency has its roots in the state capital, Columbia, the Turbeville family also has a long history in Beaufort. Bill Turbeville’s father, William Sr., founded the insurance agency during the 1950s in Columbia where the family lived, but Bill nostalgically recounts his memories of growing up fishing on Fripp Island, where his family also had a home.

“My father was involved in the early development of Fripp Island and I’ve spent a good deal of time there and in Beaufort since 1965, when I was just six years old,” he recalls. “I think I even saw my first movie in downtown Beaufort!”

Between them, Bill and his wife, Megan, have seven grown children—three daughters and four sons—as well as two grandchildren. Their youngest son just started college, so they’re now empty nesters. Bill and Megan love Beaufort and living on Fripp Island because it’s a great place to relax and spend time with family.

Bill says that the Turbeville Insurance Agency’s success over the years in Columbia led to the decision to expand

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into other cities in South Carolina. In 2005, the agency opened its doors in Beaufort on Charles Street, but quickly outgrew that space. Just two years later in 2007, the agency moved across the bridge to larger quarters in an office park on Lady’s Island. As the insurance agency continued to grow in that location, it expanded its office size to include the space next door.

“We’ve grown considerably since we came to Beaufort,” says Bill, “so we’re moving into our own building in the Palmetto Business Park. We’re very excited about our new office because we’ve renovated the building to fit the needs of our agency and to give us additional room to grow.”

The new Turbeville Insurance Agency office at 28 Kemmerlin Lane opens on Monday, September 29 to serve customers.

It’s located on Lady’s Island in the Palmetto Business Park, which is off of Lady’s Island Parkway and behind the BB&T Bank building.

Grand Opening Celebration “To celebrate the move to our new office,” Bill adds, “we’re holding a grand

opening on Thursday, October 23, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Refreshments will include barbeque and shrimp and grits, and representatives from the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce will officiate at a ribbon-cutting ceremony. All of the Turbeville Insurance Agency professionals from our Beaufort office will be on hand to greet folks from the community.”

The Turbeville Agency—Serving South Carolina’s Insurance Needs In addition to the original agency in Columbia and the office in Beaufort, the Turbeville Insurance Agency has offices in two other South Carolina cities—Lexington and North Charleston. Bill Turbeville emphasizes that all four of his insurance agencies have a common goal—to help customers select the proper insurance coverage to meet their needs. Turbeville’s insurance professionals achieve this by working one-on-one with customers to identify their specific insurance needs, then offering appropriate insurance options to fulfill those needs. “As an independent agency, we represent many reputable insurance companies, giving our customers more options and allowing

them to choose the best insurance carrier for their business or individual needs,” says Bill.

the agency one year. She and her husband Jamie have two children, Madeline and Benjamin.

Meet our Beaufort Office Insurance Professionals

Cassie Schwarzer — Administrative Assistant Cassie, a longtime Beaufort resident, is a recent addition to the Turbeville team. She and her husband Drew have two young boys.

Brooke Cucinella — Personal, Commercial, Life and Health Agent With more than 10 years of insurance experience in the Beaufort area, Brooke has been with Turbeville for the past four years. She and her daughter Isabelle live on Lady’s Island.

Candi Pender — Personal, Commercial, Life and Health Agent Candi has worked in the insurance industry for 23 years. She and her husband Rodney have two daughters, Jenna and Bailey.

Robbie Holmquist — Personal, Commercial, Life and Health Agent A native Beaufortonian, Robbie has 35 years of experience in the insurance business. He and his wife Melanie call Coosaw Island home.

Windy Jester — Personal, Commercial, Life and Health Agent With 10 years of insurance experience, Windy has called Beaufort and Turbeville home for the past eight years. Windy, her husband Greg, and daughter Shelby live downtown.

Diane Peeples — Personal Lines Account Manager Diane has been with Turbeville for seven years. She and her husband Ashley live in Gardens Corner with their children, Morgan and Nathan.

Wendy Seguine — Personal Lines Account Manager Wendy has 27 years of insurance experience. She joined the Turbeville Agency when she and her husband David, along with sons, David and Ian, moved to Beaufort.

Dana Roll — Commercial Account Manager Dana has a varied professional background and has been with Turbeville for the past three years. She and her husband Steve came to Beaufort 12 years ago.

Amanda Smith — Personal Lines Account Manager A Beaufort native and Turbeville’s newest account manager, Amanda has been at

Pam Thompson — Personal Lines Manager Pam has an extensive insurance background and is the personal lines manager for all four Turbeville offices.

She and her husband Rodney live in Charleston with their three children.

Robin Terry — Account Manager Robin has been with Turbeville for the past year. While she, her husband Bill, and daughter Casey are new to the area, they have longtime ties to Beaufort.

The Turbeville Agency’s Insurance Carriers Some of the Agency’s Property Casualty Carriers include: • Auto-Owners • ASI/CNA/EMC • Berkley S.E. • Chubb • Foremost • Frontline • Frankenmuth • Kemper • Liberty Mutual S.E. • Lighthouse • Main Street America Group • Philadelphia • Progressive • Pure • Safeco • State Auto • The Hartford • Travelers • UPC Some of the Agency’s Medical, Dental, and Life Carriers include: • AIG • ASSURANT Health • Blue Cross Blue Shield of SC • BlueChoice HealthPlan • CIGNA • Colonial Life • Coventry/Aetna • Delta Dental • Guardian • Kansas City Life • MetLife

• Principal Financial Group • Starmark • Transamerica • UnitedHealthcare • All State Worksite The Turbeville Agency Offers Insurance For Every Need “If it’s insurance, we provide it!” says Bill.

The Turbeville Insurance Agency is a fullservice agency offering the following types of personal, business, and life and health insurance coverage: • Personal Coverage: homeowners; automobile; personal umbrella; watercraft; secondary and seasonal homes; rental properties; valuable items; wind, hail and flood; and coastal properties.

• Business Coverage: commercial property; commercial general liability; professional liability; business automobile; errors and omissions; garage keepers liability; workers compensation; commercial umbrella; and petroleum dealers.

• Supplemental Insurance: short-term and long-term disability for groups and individuals; long-term care; critical illness; annuities; and group dental and vision.

• Life Insurance: group term life policies; individual term life policies; and individual whole life policies.

• Medical Insurance: group major medical insurance and individual medical insurance.

“At the Turbeville Agency, we are knowledgeable insurance professionals dedicated to providing excellent customer service. We’re always looking for ways to make our customers’ insurance protection stronger and their insurance premiums lower. And we take pride in fulfilling commitments we make to our customers. If we say we’ll call you back with information by a certain time, we will. You can count on us!” says Bill Turbeville.

Contact the Turbeville Insurance Agency for more information or to make an appointment with one of its insurance professionals, by calling 843-524-4500 or visiting the agency’s website at www.turbevilleinsurance.com.

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Faces In business WOLLWERTH IMAGERY CATERING BY DEBBI COVINGTON PICKLEJUICE PRODUCTIONS SUMMIT PLACE OF BEAUFORT WHERE’D YOU GET THAT EVERSOLE LAW FIRM HAND AND TANNER FINANCIAL GROUP INC. SUSAN DELOACH PHOTOGRAPHY NURNBERG PHOTOGRAPHY, LLC

WOLLWERTH IMAGERY

Wollwerth Imagery offers edgy and original photography for the client that desires a fresh look for their wedding or journalism work.

John Wollwerth, owner of Wollwerth Imagery, has not only the imagination, but also the aptitude and attitude to get that one shot which will be remembered long after the others are forgotten. He has, among other things, set fruit on fire, climbed to the top of a bridge, and jumped in the water alongside his subject to capture what is out of the ordinary.

When asked about his unique style of photography, John replies, “When people describe me, they might say I’m a little odd. I have strange tastes in music and movies, and just

generally walk against the grain in most things. I can be a bit A.D.D. as well. But I think people would also agree that I’m an independent thinker, and I see things differently. The combination of these things with an artistic eye is part of what defines my work. Whether it is setting a fruit covered hat on fire with someone wearing it, or shooting wedding pictures from the back of a moving vehicle, expect something different and original from me. I expect excellence from myself, and I strive to make each job I do better than the one before.”

As a photographer, John explains, “I especially enjoy taking environmental portraits of a single person because of the creative latitude I have when shooting one person. Of course I love photographing weddings. I also really like the challenge of journalism photography because of all the opportunities of finding and creating something different.”

John says, “Weddings are exciting because you only have one chance to get it right! “And many brides and grooms attest to the fact John has indeed gotten their photographs right. On his website you can see numerous photos that capture the moments and the memories that are fleeting but yet make up the best part of ‘the big day’.

John has been on several mission trips to South Sudan, Kenya, and Ethiopia. “Each trip has been a life changing experience. It has given me a very different perspective on how much we have here and how much we take for granted. Going overseas has also taught me a lot about our own culture.

It has also brought certain aspects of my photography to a new level, being able to capture things as they are.”

John came to Beaufort nine years ago from South Dakota because, “I needed a change in life and wanted to pursue my career in professional photography here.

I’m really blessed to be in Beaufort. It’s a beautiful place to live. It’s good to be near family, and I’ve made some great friends here.” It has also been a great place for John and his wife, Lynn, to raise their three children, Gamaliel, 13, Abigail, 12 and Annabelle, 5.

Besides being a featured in Beaufort Lifestyle, Wollwerth Imagery’s photographs have been published in The Washington Post, South Carolina Homes & Gardens, Coastal Living, and Hilton Head Monthly to name a few.

John Wollwerth is an award winning photographer, He has won several photography awards including PPSC in 2011 and has been a finalist in national wedding photography contests.

Whatever your occasion is, Wollwerth Imagery can capture your moment, or your wildest dream.

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CATERING BY DEBBI COVINGTON

Debbi Covington is an award winning chef, caterer, author and food columnist. Since 1997, she has been servicing clients in Beaufort and the Lowcountry, creating delicious and exquisitely presented cuisine that transforms every event into a special occasion. Catering

by Debbi Covington designs and orchestrates events that draw rave reviews by guests. She specializes in intimate boutique weddings, elegant social gatherings, distinctive non­ profit events and stylish corporate events.

Debbi has earned a flawless reputation for extraordinary cuisine, unique presentation and impeccable service. “We’ve been invited into elegant venues and fine homes to be a part of the milestone events in people’s lives,” says Debbi. Whether it’s a cocktail buffet, luncheon, dinner party or wedding reception, Catering by Debbi Covington will help make your social gathering fun and stress ­free.

Catering by Debbi Covington is distinctive in its personal approach to event planning. For every occasion, Debbi works personally with clients to create a unique and memorable menu, plan décor and customize staffing. She vows, “We’re here to assist with every aspect of your event, from exceptional food to location selection, event planning, bar service, linens, china, flowers, photography and entertainment.”

Helping local non­-profit organizations create successful fundraising events is a cause near to Debbi’s heart. Her company’s mission is to provide wonderful food at affordable prices to allow non­ profits meet their financial goals. She waives chef service and delivery fees for all non­-profit events.

Catering by Debbi Covington is devoted to supporting the local economy by purchasing locally grown produce, seafood, meats and goods whenever possible. Drawing from an impressive field of local professionals, Debbi has partnered with some of the best event vendors in the industry and is able to arrange more personalized service and pricing. Part of the mission of Catering

by Debbi Covington is to make a positive impact on the local community.

Debbi is the author of two cookbooks, Gold Medal winner of the Benjamin Franklin Award, Celebrate Everything! and

Dining under the Carolina Moon. She has been featured as a “Master of Entertaining” in Southern Living magazine and her recipes have been published in multiple cookbooks including Southern Living’s Best Kept Secrets of the South’s Best Cooks and The Best of the Best of South Carolina. Debbi also writes the food column, “Everyday Gourmet” in Beaufort’s Lowcountry Weekly newspaper. She has been voted “Best Caterer” and “Best Catering Company” by the readers of the Beaufort Gazette and “Favorite Caterer” by the readers of the Island News.

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picklejuice productions

PickleJuice Productions is an award winning, full service website design and graphic design studio located in the heart of the Lowcountry in Beaufort, South Carolina. PickleJuice offers a comprehensive suite of creative services including web design, graphic design, print media, search engine optimization, social media marketing and much, much more!

The husband and wife team of Will and Ginger Wareham are the faces behind PickleJuice Productions. Ginger Noah Wareham graduated from the University of Mississippi with a BFA in Graphic Design and has been working in the ‘web world’ since 1995. Will Wareham joined forces with his wife a few years ago and is now handling all of PickleJuice’s Internet Marketing & Consulting. Will received his undergraduate degree from the University Of Alabama in Marketing and an MBA in Finance &

Management from Tulane University.

He has the experience and insights to create successful Marketing campaigns for clients. The two newest and cutest additions to their team are four year-old Hogan and one year-old Cecilia, who give them great inspiration for their work each and every day.

PickleJuice has created thousands of websites over the past 16 years for their wonderful clients and take pride in the long-term relationships they have formed over the years. Thanks to their experience working with a multitude of city portal websites such as NewOrleans. com, NewYork.com, VisitCanada. com, ExperienceNewOrleans.com and many, many more, they have been able to work with a fabulous mix of clients. PickleJuice has won multiple ADDY awards on designs and received incredible feedback from their clients and colleagues over the years.

Ginger and Will moved to Beaufort five years ago from New Orleans. “Our business has taken off since we hit the local market here,” says Ginger. They are excited to have developed several local projects such as Shop Local Beaufort and Beaufort Bride. Shop Local Beaufort is a community campaign to support and promote local artists and locally-owned, independent businesses in Beaufort, South Carolina. Beaufort Bride is an online guide for planning the perfect Lowcountry wedding in Beaufort County South Carolina that exclusively features local vendors and businesses.

Several of the other various local projects in the PickleJuice Productions portfolio include the new website for Beaufort Lifestyle Magazine, EatSleepPlayBeaufort.com, CAPA (Child Abuse Prevention Association), The 2014 Tomato Festival, The Junior Service League of Beaufort, Born to Read, The Beaufort History Museum, Beaufort Academy, Mayor Billy Keyserling and most recently the Mondavi Idea Home website. Will and Ginger are thrilled to be a part of these evolving projects and hope to continue to work on them to assure they are doing their part to showcase and represent the wonderful town of Beaufort, SC. If you would like to get a quote on a Website or Graphic Design project you have in mind, PickleJuice is the business for you. The professionals at PickleJuice Productions appreciate that every project is unique and they will work with you to develop your vision and recommend services consistent with your needs and budget. Contact them today to discuss your design needs and get started!

PickleJuice Productions • www.picklejuice.com • (843) 641-9478

SUMMIT PLACE OF BEAUFORT Summit Place of Beaufort is a beautiful assisted living and Alzheimer’s care retirement community in Beaufort, South Carolina, located among the mossy oak trees and gentle river breeze of Beaufort.

Summit Place of Beaufort is owned by Five Star Senior Living – a national healthcare and senior living provider.

Shazia Arroyo is the Bridge to Rediscovery Memory Care Director at Summit Place. A longtime member of the Five Star Senior Living family, Shazia Arroyo has a passion for exceptional care.

Prior to joining the Summit Place team, Shazia served as Executive Director, Assistant Resident Services Director, and Memory Care Director at three Virginia Five Star Senior Living communities. With a Master’s in Healthcare Administration, Shazia has dedicated the past 15 years to bringing joy to the lives of her senior neighbors. At Summit Place, she is helping the residents rediscover the joy in every day.

Bridge to Rediscovery is an innovative approach that helps those with Alzheimer’s rediscover the joy in everyday life. Bridge to Rediscovery is a special place within each Five Star Senior Living memory care community, uniquely designed to meet the needs of their residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory impairment.

Residents enjoy the comfortable feeling of home, combined with the support and security they need.

Program Goals: • Engage the resident within their environment • Provide an atmosphere of acceptance • Provide activities with a clear objective that is meaningful to the resident • Create unique activities for each resident • Encourage families to learn, add to the program, & discover more meaningful visits • Enable the resident to interact positively and reach their highest potential Bridge to Rediscovery celebrates the spirit within each resident through personalized activities that encourage creativity and self-expression. They work with residents individually, striving for small successes that help create a sense of accomplishment. Everyone wants to feel valued, and to be able to contribute to the people and world around them.

We help residents discover what that contribution can be today, with the strengths and abilities they have now. If a resident loves to garden, he or she can plant vegetables and flowers in the courtyard or grow an indoor plant. If someone was a teacher, they might teach a new game they’ve learned to a fellow resident.

In some cases, residents may even be able to relearn a portion

Shazia Arroyo, Bridge to Rediscovery Memory Care Director

of the skills they have lost. Simple activities like scooping beans into a pail, for example, may help a resident re-learn to use a spoon to eat soup. Instead of being defined by their disease, our residents are celebrated for who they are – artists, doctors, mothers, and fathers – and who they will always be.

The activities and philosophy of the Bridge to Rediscovery program were inspired by the Montessori-style approach to education used throughout the world to help children succeed.

Summit Place of Beaufort is proud to have been awarded the Assisted Living Federation of America’s (ALFA) “Best of the Best” Award for their Bridge to Rediscovery program.

Summit Place of Beaufort • 1119 Pickpocket Plantation Dr., Beaufort, SC 29902 (843) 770-0107

WHERE’D YOU GET THAT?

Seemingly small actions have the potential to become big life changers, just ask Beth Hancock.

In 2010 She and husband Ed had left the sailboat cruzing life and settled in as full time lowcountry residents. Ed was enjoying retirement ashore but Beth felt a draw to return to some kind of work. While thumbing through a grocery store real estate listing book, she recognized a building for sale. To coin a popular phrase they said “lets do this” and the couple got to work. Four months later the Hancock’s turned the lights on at Where’d You Get That and things haven’t slowed down since.

The 4,000 square foot consignment store is run by Beth and a team of wonderful ladies. Lisa Colle , Beverly Cox

and Sheryl O’Sullivan work hard to keep things vibrant and organized. Maintaining the operating system and oversite of the accounting is where Ed steps in. Add almost 2000 active consignors and you have a recipe for success.

“I have always believed in the concept of consignment. both selling and shopping.” states Beth, “Letting go of old favorites allows you the freedom to aquire new treasures and explore fresh ideas. Travel, holidays, and of course a move can all be the inspiration to re think your personal space and wardrobe. Achieving that through consignment shopping is an enviornmentally responsible option.”

Where’d You Get That? (843) 379-4900 • www.wheredyougetthat.org 9 Marshellen Drive, Bellview Business Park, Beaufort, South Carolina 29902

Eversole Law Firm will be celebrating the anniversary of their 10th year in business this November.

Alysoun Eversole, Esq., Attorney and Title Agent, founded the Beaufort firm in 2004, and her office is located near the picturesque, downtown area of Beaufort. The law firm’s primary focus is on all areas of real estate and real property law including real estate closings, drafting deeds, contracts, leases and easements, litigation such as quiet title actions for heirs’ property, tax sales, easement and boundary disputes, and probate administration.

Alysoun may not be a native of Beaufort, but she moved here with her family in the early 70’s. At that time her father was a Marine Corps aviator at the Marine Corps Air Station. He was the Commanding Officer of the first Harrier Jet squadron at the South Carolina military installation. Eventually her family was relocated, but luckily she got the “sand on her feet” and marriage brought Alysoun back to the coastal South Carolina region in 1997.

When she is not busy dealing with legal matters at work, Alysoun is usually home with her husband taking care of their small, quiet homestead complete with two horses, a dog and thirty chickens. She loves spending time with her horses and practicing dressage when she has a free moment.

She finds those times very relaxing and therapeutic. Alysoun and Ken have two grown children they are very proud of. Her daughter, Kelsey, lives on “the hill” in Washington, D.C. and works in marketing. Joe, Ken’s son, is stationed with the Navy in Norfolk, Virginia and assigned to the U.S.S. Roosevelt.

The legal profession has proved to be a very satisfying career for Alysoun, and she says she has worked with some great people over the years. “I am honored to have a close working relationship with my clients,” she says.

Since her firm’s primary work is in the area of real estate, she and her staff work with many of the community’s realtors and bank officials.

“I have a remarkable staff,” says Eversole. “They generate a large amount of work for such a small operation,” she proudly says. She realizes that having a competent and professional staff is vital to a successful business, and she has been blessed with one that works well as a team. Debbie Rodgers is Eversole Law Firm’s real estate closing paralegal with over thirty years of experience, and Cat Swanson is their loan modifications and bankruptcy paralegal who came on board recently to add another dimension to the services offered by the firm.

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Alysoun Eversole, Esq., Attorney and Title Agent

Eversole is very concerned about the political issues of the day, particularly concerning what she views as the eroding constitutional rights of the citizens of this nation. She is a member of the Heritage Foundation, The NRA, and supports Hillsdale College in their efforts to educate the public about these issues.

If you find yourself in need of an experienced and capable law firm, then give the professionals at Eversole Law Firm a call.

They are dedicated to serving you and believe there’s a solution to every problem.

Eversole Law Firm • 1509 King Street, Beaufort, SC 29902 • (843) 379-3333

hand & tanner financial group inc.

Owen K. Hand, a Certified Financial PlannerTM and partner in the firm Hand & Tanner Financial Group Inc., grew up in the Lowcountry and has lived in the same house on Saint Helena Island since he was three years old. He and his wife Patsy, a Beaufort native, married in 1968 and have a son, Ken, a daughter, Leslie, and two grandsons.

Owen attended the University of South Carolina Beaufort, then transferred to the main campus in Columbia where he completed his degree in Business Administration. After college, he joined the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve and began his business career in insurance with John Hancock in 1967.

He left John Hancock in 1976 to enter the field of financial planning. “I didn’t want to be restricted to representing just one company when serving the financial planning needs of my clients,” he explains. In 1989, Owen and Ronny Tanner formed Hand & Tanner Financial Group Inc., which is affiliated with an independent broker dealer and registered investment advisor.

Owen specializes in assessing the financial situation of retirees, to help them determine if they will have adequate funds to last their lifetime. However, he emphasizes the importance of financial planning for everyone, regardless of financial situation or stage of life. He says everyone should answer the following questions about their finances: • Will I have the funds I need when I retire?

• Am I paying more taxes than I need to be paying?

• If something happens to me, is my family protected?

• Will my investments help me achieve my financial goals?

• Is my business giving me all of the financial recourses it can?

• Am I managing my assets and liabilities to my best benefit?

Owen has the knowledge and experience to help you determine where you want to be financially and how to get there in the future. “I work closely with each individual to create a personalized plan with workable financial strategies to help accomplish objectives,” he says.

His professional team is comprised of: Allen Freeman,

CFP®; Jon Haden, who is now in the securities and advisory licensing process; Kathy Hodges, executive assistant; and Yvonne Slingluff, administrative assistant. Owen and his team offer a wide range of services to help meet the financial goals of clients, including: • Retirement Income Planning • Tax Planning • Investment Analysis and Planning • Risk Management • Estate Planning • Business and Business Owners Services • Retirement Plans and Employee Benefits “Financial planning is an ongoing process,” stresses Owen.

During the first year of working with a client, he meets with the client at least quarterly to review the financial plan. After that, he meets with each client annually to discuss any changes in financial, health or personal situation that may impact the financial plan, and makes suggestions for adjustments to the plan in response to those changes.

“I offer a complimentary consultation for new clients,” Owen says. “I can work with clients in either an advisory (fee-based) or a non-advisory (commission-based) capacity, depending on the client’s needs and preferences. And I always discuss applicable fees and commissions so that clients understand the costs of my services before they sign an agreement with me.”

“I love what I do,” says Owen. “I’m passionate about helping people to become financially secure so they can pursue the things they want to do in life!”

Owen’s passion for his profession is evident with his success. He has had the opportunity to serve multi-generation clients, helping grandparents, to parents, and on to their children. He feels very fortunate to be in a business which has enabled him to assist many local Beaufort families in their financial needs. He says, “It’s always a great feeling to know that you have been able to help someone.”

Owen K. Hand, CFP® • 39 Professional Village Circle, Lady’s Island, SC 29907 • (843) 524-6310

susan deloach photography

A great photographer is more than just an individual with a fancy camera and a repertoire of technical photography skills.

To succeed in this artistic field, a photographer must have a very creative eye as well as great people skills. Beaufort native, Susan DeLoach, possesses all of these skills that make her an outstanding photographer.

Susan has the ability to capture the personality and soul of her subjects whether on location or in the studio. Her artistic talents are at their finest when it comes to capturing the memories and moments of weddings and other once in a lifetime events. The sensitive, skilled, and thoughtful approach of the artist behind the camera comes through in the portraits of her subjects.

Susan was born and raised in Beaufort, South Carolina. She and her husband Larry are delighted to be raising their two sons, Hudson and Tucker, in the area they love and where they grew up. Thanks to the support of her faithful clients she has been able to establish a business she loves in her hometown. “I am a local girl and I am staying in Beaufort,” she says.

“I have a passion for photography,” says Susan. The local photographer wants the public and her customers to be able to see this passion in the quality of her pieces. “To me capturing a client or an event on film is only half of it, the other half is making it a memorable experience for all involved. The experience should be one you relish, not just a “cattle call” moment,” she says.

Susan’s studio is a full service photography studio with an emphasis on weddings and portrait photography. She is available for and experienced with family portraits, high school senior photos, engagement photos, and any other photographic need a client desires.

A wedding is one of the most special moments in a couple’s life, so of course their wedding photos should be just as special.

Choosing the right photographer for that occasion can be daunting, but Susan DeLoach works hard to make the entire wedding party feel comfortable that day. “I work hard to not be too intrusive when shooting a wedding,” she says. “A couple should experience this precious day without feeling they have

been invaded by their photographer.” Susan’s ability to make the entire party feel comfortable enables her to capture some amazing moments for her clients.

An extraordinary collection of Susan’s work can be found on her website, www.sdeloachphoto.com, and her Facebook page as well. If you are in need of a photographer that can capture your images in a beautiful and creative manner, while making you feel at ease the entire time, then Susan DeLoach Photography is the answer for you. Give her a call today!

Susan Deloach Photography • 1225 Ribaut Road, Beaufort, SC 29902 • (843) 470-1646

nurnberg photography, llc

Paul Nurnberg, renowned Beaufort photographer, specializes in commercial and advertising photography. The former upstate New York native made his way to the South Carolina coastal region in 1996, along with his wife, Libby. He has been hard at work on a multitude of assignments and projects over the years both in the studio and on location. Some of his local clients include Parker’s Markets, Savannah Economic Development Authority, Beaufort Memorial Hospital, and Mascot Candy Company.

Producing the perfect advertising images for large international corporations is generally where Paul Nurnberg can be found. Over the years he has been on assignment for companies that include JCB, Inc., Johnson Matthey Process Technologies, and Great Dane Trailers. The veteran photographer has also been featured in popular magazines like Coastal Living, Savannah Magazine, People, and Food Arts. His creative abilities and talents have also been significant in the production of HGTV and Food Network television projects.

Paul recently worked on an award winning cookbook with Debbi Covington, fellow Beaufort resident and caterer. Her book “Celebrate Everything!” won the Benjamin Franklin Award for book editorial and design in 2013. Paul had the honor of shooting all of the captivating photos for this successful venture.

Last year Paul relocated to a new studio in Beaufort. Susan DeLoach, a colleague and fellow photographer, owns the workspace the two artists now share.

Involvement in the local community is important to Paul, and he volunteers his time to serve on civic and community art organizations. He has served as a past president of the Photography Club of Beaufort and is the current president of the South Carolina chapter of the American Society of Media Photographers.

Teaching photography classes to individuals interested in the subject through ARTworks and the Technical College of the Lowcountry has been a wonderful and fulfilling experience for the skilled photographer.

Paul is excited about his newly, redesigned website, www. nurnbergphotography.com. His goal is to keep the site and his blog up to date with current photos and information about his personal and professional projects. To make sure all of this happens he has hired an assistant to handle this.

“Morgan Ellis has worked for me for about seven months and she is responsible for the updated website,” he says. Nurnberg Photography also has an Instagram account (instagram. com/nurnberg) and a Facebook page. Take a look at any of these and you will find a wonderful sampling of Paul’s beautiful photographs.

Paul Nurnberg • www.nurnbergphotography.com • paul@nurnbergphotography.com • (912)429-0189

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The University of South Carolina Beaufort Center for the Arts 2014-15 season delivers on its promise to provide a stunning variety of arts events at the Center for those that live here and for those that travel here to enjoy the tremendous attributes of Beaufort.

The Center’s success is nurtured by a University partner, supported by a great many contributors and sponsors, strengthened by a talented pool of creative individuals and continuously applauded by those who purchase tickets to attend our events.

My role as the director of the Center for the Arts is to rally support for the arts and the artists who make it happen; to ensure that local artists have the time and space to create and be seen; to show how vital it is to let a child play and how life-affirming it is to awaken the long-suppressed performer in an adult. Most importantly, my job is to ensure that every single person who comes in contact with the Center will have a creative and artistic experience.

The events scheduled to transpire in October and November deliver on our promise to stage and applaud the arts...

- Bonnie Hargrove, Director • October 6

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Scott Ainslie, American Acoustic Blues, 7:30 p.m.

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Shakespeare Rep Theater: Almost Maine; 7:30 p.m.

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Shakespeare Rep Theater: Almost Maine; 7:30 p.m.

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Verdi’s MacBeth, Met Live, 12:55 p.m.

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Shakespeare Rep Theater: Almost Maine; 3:00 p.m.

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Indie Movie Night, 7:00 p.m. TBA

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Mozart’s Le Nozze Di FiGaro, Met Live, 12:55 p.m.

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The Story of Santa Elena: America’s Lost Century, 4:00 p.m.

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Indie Movie Night, 7:00 p.m. TBA

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Indie Movie Night, 7:00 p.m. TBA

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Count Baise Orchestra, 7:30 p.m.

• October 30

Jazz Corner, Junior Jazz Foundation, Rossano Sportiello, 8:00 p.m.

• November 1

Bizet’s Carmen, Met Live, 12:55 p.m.

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The 32nd Annual Heritage Days Celebration is fun-filled Gullah Geechee homecoming- enriched by the historical significance of Penn Center, natural beauty of St. Helena Island and surround Beaufort County. Witness the Africanisms in language, basketry, storytelling, dance, music, net-making, spirituality and food-ways. This year’s theme is Penn’s Promise: Legacy, Literacy, and Land.

Dr. larry rowland to speak on the Story of Santa elena: america’s lost Century

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When and Where was America first settled by Europeans? Was it Jamestown or Plymouth as we learned in grammar school? Or was it really much earlier, right here in Beaufort County - in Santa Elena? The period, from 1492 when Columbus arrived in America through the end of the 1500’s are crucial years for Beaufort County but these one hundred years have been lost in our history books.

Dr. Larry Rowland, local historian and professor emeritus at USC-Beaufort, will electrify the public as he brings to life this “Lost Century” . The lecture will be held on Sunday, October 19th at 4pm at the Center for the Arts on USCBeaufort’s historic campus. Admission is $25 Today, scholars agree that present day United States was first settled as a Spanish community at Santa Elena in 1569.

Documents prove that Spain’s Governor-General of la Florida, Pedro Menendez, landed at Santa Elena in 1566 and established a military garrison; Menendez then brought 200 settlers to Santa Elena in 1569. He made it the Capital of Spanish la Florida and nurtured the settlement until his death in 1574. Spanish soldiers and settlers remained at Santa Elena until consolidated in 1587 to Saint Augustine and Santa Elena was abandoned.

The newly established Santa Elena Foundation, a non-profit organization based in Beaufort County is sponsoring the lecture in conjunction with the Center for the Arts. The Foundation’s mission is to expand the story of European colonization of North America through discovery, preservation and promotion of Santa Elena.

For more information, please contact the Center for the Arts box office at (843) 521-4145 or visit www.Santa-elena.org

Check out our website for MORE SHOWS, TICKETS, MOVIES & CLASSES

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