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CELEBRATING THE RBC HERITAGE GOLF TOURNAMENT

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April 2018

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It hardly seems

enough

President George H. W. Bush, in his inaugural address in 1989, noted, “We can find meaning and reward by serving some higher purpose than ourselves, a shining purpose, the illumination of a Thousand

And little feels better, as President Bush proclaimed, than to “…find meaning and reward by serving… .”

Points of Light…We all have something to give.”

So, how can you find a place to serve? Community Foundation of

Indeed we do. And volunteerism has been a part of the culture of the United States before we were the United States. From the early colonization efforts to present day, volunteers have been the informal

the Lowcountry has a portal on our website called Lowcountry Volunteer Connections. As one Foundation staff member says, “It’s like Match.com for nonprofits and volunteers!” Access it at http://cf-lowcountry.org/WorkingWithUs/ForVolunteers.aspx. We have

lifeblood of communities, as well as the more established third sector.

118 local organizations which have created profiles and there are at least 64 active volunteer needs posted as I write this. There are

National Volunteer Week is celebrated this year from April 15 through

630 registered volunteers. Those needing resume- or transcriptbuilding can use this service to record their volunteer hours and types of services performed. Registering either as a volunteer, or as a nonprofit needing volunteers, is free and easy to do.

April 22. It was established in 1974 and the celebration is currently organized by Points of Light, “the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service.” Each year the impact of the celebration grows, as thousands of projects and events utilizing and acclaiming volunteers take place at this time.

Considering the importance of volunteers, it is somewhat

And in April, when this article appears, we will be completing our #LowcountryVolunteers Challenge. It is a fun way to champion volunteerism and share with the world how meaningful volunteering

embarrassing that we celebrate their impact for only a week annually.

It hardly seems enough. Did you know that nationally 20 million hours of volunteer service is provided each year and that 5 million amazing

is. As part of the challenge, we’ll award four $2,000 grants to participating nonprofit organizations in Beaufort, Jasper, Hampton and Colleton Counties.

people do this work? The dollar value? $482 million. Stunning.

Join us to celebrate the diversity and compassion of all our #LowcountryVolunteers. Again, more information about how to participate is on our website through the link above.

From the early colonization efforts to present day, volunteers have been the informal lifeblood of communities...

Living generously means giving of your time as well as your resources. And all of us, whether we work in the nonprofit sector or not, appreciate the invaluable service of all who offer their time, passion, and

In South Carolina, 22.7% of residents volunteer; that includes 903,249 volunteers, at 34.8 volunteer hours per capita and 120.67 million hours of service. Nonprofit organizations are heavily dependent upon this assistance. We all need volunteer boards and there are

generous spirit—all the time. One week hardly seems enough.

many organizations where the majority of the hands that provide the service are volunteer hands.

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You can, through a charitable gift annuity with Community Foundation of the Lowcountry.

Charitable gift annuities are a smart way to support the causes you care about once you’re gone, while receiving a steady stream of income during your lifetime. And under the new tax laws, charitable annuities can still provide tax benefits.

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30 Students Call for Safety

70 Insider's Guide to BC Heritage

50 Lowcountry Lawyers

96 Spring into Fashion

58 Picture Perfect

142 HGTV Home Giveaway

Beaufort County students joined national protests and remembrance ceremonies after Parkland.

Expert legal advice is invaluable when things get tricky.

Our special section profiles some of the best attorneys.

Hilton Head Island high school senior Julia Gigante is a finalist in National Geographic's student photo contest.

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Here's how to navigate the legendary PGA tournament, which is also the best party of the year.

We suggest what to wear to the biggest party of the year on Hilton Head Island: The RBC Heritage.

The HGTV 2018 Smart Home is a charming Palmetto Bluff residence that some lucky soul will win in June.

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IN EVERY ISSUE

122 LOCAL VIBE

LOCAL READS

28 Popular Vote

110 Where Are the Calverts?

32 Referendum for Education

HEALTH

Rep. Mark Sanford answers questions.

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››in this issue New book looks at an old mystery.

18 At the Helm 20 Behind the Scenes 22 Opinion 24 News

112 Overcoming Opioids

26 Pet of the Month

36 Connecting The Heritage

116 Celebrating 25 Years

48 On the Move 60 Social Spotlight

School construction vote scheduled.

BUSINESS

The Lowcountry faces the crisis.

Hargray provides communications.

VIM looks back in time.

44 Off-Island Growth

SUMMER CAMPS

Mortgage Network expands to Bluffton.

PEOPLE

56 The Next Generation

Michael Cerrati comes back home.

SPORTS

64 Hilton Head Island Crew

Youth rowing team is growing.

78 Top PGA pros

Golfers to watch at The Heritage.

80 John Farrell

He's "the man" in Sea Pines golf.

82 Then and Now

A look back at the Heritage.

84 Golf Terms

Master serious and silly golf talk.

122 Fun for Kids

Camps offer sports, art and more.

TRAVEL

129 A Capital Idea

Columbia offers family getaways.

ENVIRONMENT 1 34 Wild Life

Pinckney Island was her home.

REAL ESTATE & HOME

1 46 Curb Appeal

H2 Builders offers true luxury.

158 Above the Market

Drones help real estate professionals.

DINING

174 Gullah Cooking

Carrie Hirsh learns from the experts.

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66 Sports Roundup 158 Real Estate News 188 Calendar 198 Lowcountry After Dark 210 Restaurant Listings 224 Last Call

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Dear Reader, Everywhere you look, the Lowcountry is celebrating the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. “Cheers to 50 years!” is the toast of the town. The Heritage is one of the oldest PGA Tour tournaments to be played continuously on the same course, and top golfers say Hilton Head Island is the most fun and fan-friendly stop on the schedule.

When Sea Pines developer Charles Fraser announced in 1969 that a tournament would be held at the newly created Harbour Town Golf Links on Thanksgiving weekend, people had their doubts. Luckily, the first winner of the Heritage was charismatic Arnold Palmer, then 40 years old. Journalists praised Pete Dye’s new links course in print and on TV, and soon everyone knew where Hilton Head was.

At the time, the soon-to-be famous lighthouse was still under construction — and it should be noted the lighthouse was never intended to function, but was certainly a clever marketing idea. There were only 2,500 full-time residents on the island.

Five decades later, Hilton Head is home to 40,000 full-time residents, hosts more than 2 million visitors a year, and has been a springboard for rapid development in greater Bluffton.

The Heritage’s original total prize money of $100,000 (with inflation, $770,000 today) has jumped to $6.7 million. The tournament generates an estimated $96 million annually for the state, and about 130,000 spectators attended in 2017. Each year, thousands of people receive help from the Heritage Classic Foundation. Since 1987, the tournament has raised $38 million for those in need in South Carolina and Georgia.

Hilton Head Monthly is proud to have covered the tournament for the past 25 years. Check out our exclusive insider’s guide to the Heritage and read about how Hargray Communications, a longtime sponsor of the tournament, is helping fans and media share the event with the world. If you’re still debating what to wear to the tournament, our fabulous fashion shoot can inspire you. And for those who prefer to avoid the crowds, we included a story about Columbia as a family-friendly getaway.

True to our mission of being “The Voice of the Lowcountry,” in this issue we talk to U.S. Rep. Mark Sanford and salute the 25-year history of Volunteers in Medicine. We’ve also launched a new series, “Next Generation,” which profiles islanders who grew up here, moved away to make their mark, and eventually came back home. Enjoy the issue, and we’ll see you at the Heritage!

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››Behind the scenes

IT’S BEEN A BUSY MONTH AT MONTHLY

Clockwise from above: – Monthly’s CTO Marjan Jaklin enjoyed some winter biking in Slovenia.

– Models of all ages were part of our fashion shoot at The Westin.

– Publisher Anuska Frey and Sir Willie Innes considered wardrobe choices.

– Editor Carol Weir and sales rep Majka Yarbrough horsed around on two wheels with Heather Rath.

– Art director Mike Lupi and his wife, Kristi, enjoyed a spring festival.

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LATRICE WILLIAMS Writer Latrice Williams owns Elite Southern Scouting, where she helps high school football players connect with college coaches who offer football scholarships. She’s a graduate of Georgia Southern University and has worked as a sports writer and editor in South Carolina and Georgia.

CLAY BONNYMAN EVANS Writer Clay Bonnyman Evans divides his time between Hilton Head Island and Boulder, Colorado. He worked as a cowboy before becoming a journalist. His book, “Bones of My Grandfather: Reclaiming a Lost Hero of WWII,” will be published in July.

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CARRIE HIRSCH Writer

DAVID CHACON Photographer

From corn bread to Indian paratha, Carrie Hirsch is proud to admit she loves bread. She previously worked for corporations Les Trois Petits Cochons and Applegate Farms. A firm believer in moderation, she and son George Hirsch Jr. published “The College Man’s Cookbook” in 2017.

David Chacon is a 10thgrader at Bluffton High.

In addition to photography, he enjoys playing soccer and basketball. David is a member of Youth in Government and DECA, an international association of students and teachers of marketing, management and entrepreneurship.

BOTH THE HILTON HEAD AND BLUFFTON COVERS OF COURTNEY WRIGHT BAILEY AND SIR WILLIE INNES AT HARBOUR TOWN WITH THE ICONIC RED AND WHITE LIGHTHOUSE IN THE BACKGROUND. THE LIGHTHOUSE HAS GONE TEMPORARILY PLAID IN CELEBRATION OF 50 YEARS OF THE HERITAGE.

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Everyone currently is up in arms over opioid abuse, and many patients are seeking a safe alternative to relieve the pain that drove them to the drugs in the first place. Most started with Ultram, the brand-name version of tramadol. When that stopped relieving their pain, they moved on to Demerol, or meperidine, the first of the synthetic opioids. Then many began to work their way through a cocktail of drugs: codeine, hydrocodone, morphine, oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydromorphone and fentanyl — and then possibly to heroin or heroin mixed with carfentanil, which is so powerful that 10 milligrams can sedate or kill a 15,000pound African elephant or roughly 75 200-pound men. Even just 1 microgram is enough to cause nausea, dizziness and fainting.

This drug has become the true killer in the opioid epidemic, and is the end of the line for many.

So what is a physician to do when faced with a patient in pain?

Are opioids the only treatment option?

No. There is an alternative: marijuana. It has been proven in clinical trials, and it is legal in most of the world and in 29 states and Washington, D.C. While some consider marijuana to be a gateway drug, there is scant evidence to support this. Roughly 60 percent of the country can legally consume marijuana, but many of those in constant pain are refused a simple weed that could provide relief. The people of South Carolina, sadly, must continue to suffer.

– Wes Grady Bluffton

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Courage and hope are two words that describe the perseverance of cancer patients, their families and their caregivers. All of our lives will be affected by this disease at some point: Either we will be diagnosed with a type of cancer, or we will know someone facing the disease.

Each year, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society holds a “Man & Woman of the Year” fundraising campaign to support the nonprofit group’s mission to find cures for blood cancers and to assist patients and families as they battle this disease. I am blessed to work for one of this year’s candidates, Hilton Head Island resident Beth Pope, who is a courageous survivor of primary CNS lymphoma. This is a rare and aggressive form of cancer. Her team, Team Pope-for-Hope, is trying to raise $60,000 for the cancer society. Watching Beth endure aggressive chemo treatments, an autologous stem cell transplant, and a difficult recovery has inspired her twins, other family members and friends. Beth has first-hand knowledge of how clinical research and medical innovation can dramatically change a patient’s life.

To partner with Beth and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, go to pages.mwoy.org/sc/lc18/bpopen. With your donation, you will change the life of a loved one, a friend, a neighbor or a colleague facing blood cancer.

– Daphne Taylor

On March 14, administrators of my school would not allow students to walk out without getting suspended. Why? If other students are not brave enough to say or write this then I will for everyone else. Students go to school every day, and I know most students don’t feel they are safe there. We deserve to feel safe. Adults say all the time that they want students to make a change in this world and be the best future generation we can be. The walkout is part of the future generation. This is the change most people want to see in the world. But the adults did not allow us to do just this. It is not fair to the students like me who want there to be a change. For about a week after the Parkland shooting I would beg and beg my mom not to make me go to school. I am not just looking for a change in our security at school. I am also looking for a change in a way to make students more active for speaking their minds.

Something needs to change and my generation is going to do it if you all will not.

– Fiona Lambrix Eighth-grader at H.E. McCracken Middle School

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EASTER EGG HUNT (APRIL 1) The Easter Egg Hunt is an annual tradition at The Sea Pines Resort and Harbour Town. Kids will love hunting for eggs, and the Easter Bunny will make a special appearance.

GREGG RUSSELL IN CONCERT (APRIL 2-6 & 9-11) Over the years, Gregg Russell has become a Sea Pines icon. He can be found under the Liberty Oak, entertaining adults and children alike.

BLUFFTON OLD TOWN PAINT OUT (APRIL 21) Artists are invited to break out their paintbrushes and sun hats for this fun community plein air painting event in the Bluffton Arts District.

Gather at the event tent for judging, viewing and awards for first, second and third place.

PALMETTO HEART WALK & 5K RACE (APRIL 28)

Step out and make the commitment to lead a heart-healthy life. We’re not only raising funds, we’re raising heartbeats.

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CRAZY CRAB TO REOPEN THIS SUMMER After a fire at The Crazy Crab restaurant in early March, the restaurant closed its doors for repairs. The fire, which occurred as the staff was preparing for the lunch crowd on March 7 and has been ruled an accident, caused extensive damage to the building’s kitchen and roof and left one employee with minor burns. The Crazy Crab had been planning to renovate its outdoor pavilion and bar before the fire and now plans to reopen Memorial Day weekend.

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SCE&G customers have a chance to win one of three smart thermostat prize packages, valued at $400 each. Customers can enter by having their old freezers and refrigerators picked up through SCE&G’s appliance recycling program

by April 30. Scheduling a pickup is easy and free of charge. Each prize pack includes a Honeywell Lyric Wi-Fi–enabled thermostat, two advanced power strips, two low-flow shower heads and five LED bulbs. Schedule pickup at sceg.com/smart.

At an annual awards ceremony in February, Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue awarded Rosemary Fisher, Justin Vader and Mike Breen with Citizen’s Service Awards for their efforts in performing bystander CPR. Fisher and Vader performed life-saving CPR on Ronald Reutzel, a participant in the Fourth of July Firecracker 5K who experienced cardiac arrest during the race and collapsed. Fisher said her father once experienced a life-threatening emergency during a race and she was sorry she never got to thank the individual who assisted him; now, she feels like she has paid it forward. In October, Breen watched from his hotel balcony as Dr. Ed Cheeseman collapsed on the boardwalk below.

He immediately went to Cheeseman’s side and performed CPR until help arrived, saving the man’s life.

FREE TAX HELP AVAILABLE FOR THOSE IN NEED The IRS, in collaboration with United Way of the Lowcountry and Beaufort County Human Services Alliance, are once again providing free tax return preparation for qualifying taxpayers.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance offers free tax help to people who generally make less than $54,000 per year, as well as Lowcountry residents with disabilities, those ages 60 or older, and taxpayers who speak limited English. The volunteers are IRS certified and will help with electronic filing. For more information or to volunteer, go to vitalowcountry.org.

BEACH SAND BEING TILLED TO HELP SEA TURTLES NEST To loosen the sand to create suitable nesting habitat for sea turtles, a contractor hired by the Town of Hilton Head Island is tilling portions of the island’s beaches. The work is being done in areas that recently were renourished. The work should be completed by the end of this month.

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Bid online to help Palmetto Animal League

FORMER SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR TO RUN FOR COUNTY COUNCIL A retired school administrator is vying to represent Sun City on Beaufort County Council.

Joseph Passiment will run for the District 6 seat Jerry Stewart plans to vacate when his term ends. Passiment taught business in New York and New Jersey and was a business administrator for almost 30 years in New Jersey schools before retiring to Sun City in 2015. He serves on the Beaufort County Zoning Board of Appeals..

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THE SILVER GARDEN ADDS ART GALLERY The Silver Garden on Hilton Head Island has recently expanded and added an art gallery to the silversmith shop. Located at 32 Palmetto Bay Road in The Village Exchange, the new art gallery features an exhibition of 25 artists of all mediums.

SEWER CONNECTIONS AVAILABLE TO 120 MORE HOMES

BECCA AND LEE EDWARDS NAMED YACHT HOP ADMIRALS Hospice Care of the Lowcountry has selected Becca and Lee Edwards as the admirals of the 2018 Yacht Hop of Hilton Head. This annual event is the hospice group’s largest fundraiser, and admirals are chosen based on their qualities of leadership and community involvement.

This year’s Yacht Hop will be held May 6 at Harbour Town Yacht Basin, where guests can tour yachts and sample hors d’oeuvres prepared by local chefs. For more information, go to hospicecarelc.org.

COUNTY DEMOCRATS NAME FIRST LATINA LEADER Mayra Rivera was unanimously elected the new chairwoman of the Beaufort County Democratic Party in February. Rivera is the first Latina to lead the group, replacing longtime chair Blaine Lotz. Rivera lives in Bluffton and serves as a legal assistant at Deverall Immigration Law Firm. She has a law degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Law and a master’s degree in international law from the Institute of Law and Economy in Spain.

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A sewer extension project has made sewer connections available to more than 120 homes in the Oakview, Marshland and Dillon Road areas. The work is part of the master sewer plan initiative and includes a commitment of $10 million from the Town of Hilton Head Island for sewer mains and $3 million from the Hilton Head PSD for new sewer lift stations and mains. The project also includes funds from a $3 million charitable campaign on the part of Project SAFE, a charitable fund of Community Foundation of the Lowcountry that provides grants for low- and moderate-income homeowners’ connection costs. The next phase will bring sewer mains to more than 30 streets in the Squire Pope, Wild Horse, Mitchellville, Fish Haul and Baygall areas.

GEORGIA TECH OFFERING ONLINE CODING CLASS Georgia Tech’s Savannah campus will launch a live, online version of its coding boot camp on April 28. The 24-week program will teach participants the skills needed to create front- and back-end web applications. The boot camp is designed with the consideration of working professionals and students, and is two three-hour evening classes during the week and a fourhour class on Saturdays, which students will attend remotely. To learn more, go to savannahcodingbootcamp.com.

Two-year-old Star loves to browse the “Pet Items” category in Palmetto Animal League’s online auction.

It’s a great way to keep busy until she’s adopted.

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hop to save homeless pets during Palmetto Animal League’s ninth annual online auction. The no-kill shelter in Okatie will kick off Bid for PAL at 8 a.m. April 20 at PALAuction.org, through 10 p.m. April 23. This event features hundreds of items donated by local businesses.

“You can get great deals on items like golf and restaurant certificates,” said auction co-chairwoman Nina Bean.

“Bid on vehicles, boats, pools and travel adventures including a trip to Kenya.”

Palmetto Animal League saves more than 1,000 dogs and cats each year with the help of 30 employees, dozens of volunteers and a network of loving foster families. The organization also provides affordable veterinary care for Lowcountry residents’ pets.

Last year, Bid for PAL raised more than $65,000 to care for the more than 200 animals who live at the shelter and fund the group’s transport program, which rescues animals from shelters that euthanize. This year PAL plans to launch a new program training abandoned and abused dogs to provide them with the skills they need to become part of a family.

“We are blessed to be surrounded by amazing and compassionate people,” said Palmetto Animal League president Amy Campanini. “And Bid for PAL offers them the unique opportunity to save lives from the comfort of their couch.”

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Mark Sanford answers questions from the Lowcountry

Mark Sanford – Representative, 1st District of South Carolina

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Question. You visit Beaufort County often and always have an active schedule of public meetings while you’re here. What issues are frequently brought up by your constituents at the grocery stores, libraries, neighborhood community centers and other locations where you meet with them?

Answer. Since (the shooting in) Parkland, it’s overwhelmingly been guns. Typically, it’s the things that impact people’s lives. This obviously means roads and infrastructure in Beaufort County, but it also means government taxes and spending, health care and even things like immigration or what comes next in the wake of the storms we’ve had of late.

Q. In your district, what are the biggest challenges to improving education, and what do you think needs to happen to make students better prepared to compete in the workforce of the future?

A. Three things jump out at me. First is recognizing the degree to which education begins in the home. At times, we ask of our teachers a whole lot in filling in blanks here, yet education must begin as something that’s valued at home and with the student. More money in the actual classroom is another important part of the puzzle. And finally, recognition that we need to have an educational system that fits with the diversity of students that are out there.

This means more tech or vocational options for young people that are so oriented. We shouldn’t presuppose that every young person wants to go to college, and one look at your plumbing bill reminds all of us that taking a different path that might fit with who you are is by no means a route to being a second-class citizen.

Q. You famously called the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 “government growth on steroids.”

How would you adapt this budget agreement, if you could?

A. One, scale it back. It’s five times the increase of the spending budget deals of 2013 and 2015.

Two, pay for what you do spend. That’s not done in this deal and will have real implications down the line in the way that debt and deficits accumulate. Finally, kill the blank check that

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this deal offers. Historically, we have raised the debt ceiling to an amount. This one simply suspends the debt ceiling to a future date and, in so doing, invites much more spending.

Q. What would you like to see happen in immigration reform?

A. A balanced approach. No one will get all of what they want in the immigration debate, but it’s important to learn from past debates on this front. Back in 1986, amnesty was offered to 3 million illegal workers with the promise that enforcement and border security would come later. It didn’t, and as a consequence, many of the people that I represent say that the concept of border security must be coupled with whatever might come next in immigration.

Q. Voters know you as both an environmentalist and a states’ rights advocate. How do these points of view interact with President Donald Trump’s proposal to open South Carolina’s coastal waters to seismic testing and offshore drilling?

A. Not so well. Republicans have historically said that they believe in local voice, and that not all decisions need to be made in Washington. So let’s leave aside for a moment possible environmental or tourism impacts of what might come with offshore activity, and instead focus on the simple premise of representative government — and that is that local people ought to have a voice on local issues.

What happens offshore impacts onshore.

People locally have told me they want to have a hand in the way their communities develop, and I think that’s reasonable. Over 140 municipalities along the East Coast have formally opposed oil and gas development off the Atlantic coast, and so, regardless of one’s view of offshore, I can’t do my job and not voice the concerns that I’ve heard both formally and informally here at home.

Next month, Hilton Head Island Mayor David Bennett will answer reader’s questions. Please submit questions to editor@hiltonheadmonthly.com.

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LOCAL KIDS JOIN NATIONAL CALL FOR SAFETY

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luffton High School sophomore Ami Hughey broke school rules in an effort to urge students to speak out for improved safety.

Valentina Galindo and Emma Mayers, juniors at Hilton Head Island High School, sought to create a secure environment for student advocacy without facing disciplinary actions.

Different methods, but the same goal: voicing concerns about school safety and standing with others jolted into action after 17 people were shot and killed by a gunman at a Parkland, Florida, high school.

Nationwide, thousands mobilized at 10 a.m.

March 14, walking out of their classrooms for 17 minutes to honor the Florida victims and to push for legislation to make their schools safe from gun violence.

Ami’s action was probably the area’s most dramatic. She disagreed with Beaufort County Superintendent Jeff Moss’ statement that said students, for safety reasons, should find alternative ways to express themselves during the national walkout.

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Bluffton High planned to have students write letters during the walkout’s 17 minutes — but Ami didn’t think that would bring enough attention to the cause. As a young AP student, she felt that without a dramatic move, her profile would be too low to get other students’ attention.

So, she said, she wrote on the walls of Bluffton High’s 12 bathrooms.

“The district is trying to tell us we are not allowed to protest for better school security.

Are we just going to let them take away our voices? If you want better school security, join the national walkout on March 14 at 10 a.m. We will not be silenced.”

Mia Hughey, Ami’s mother, noted that her daughter was able to write her message unhindered. “Her weapon was a Sharpie, not a gun.”

Ami received a three-day suspension and faced criminal charges for her actions.

Her mother signed her out of school for the national walkout. “(The walkout is) a display of unity among the nation’s youth to show that

PHOTOGRAPHY BY BAILEY WITT

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May River High School students (above and right) stood in solidarity with Parkland victims.

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THAT HAS BEEN GOING ON. – VALENTINA GALINDA MAY RIVER HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORE

we will not be quiet until we are safe in our schools,” Ami said of the event.

Each student who left school on March 14 without being signed out by a parent served one day of in-school suspension in the following week.

Valentina echoed similar concerns as she helped plan for a school “walk-in” designed to honor the Parkland victims.

“We just want a safe environment to study and learn,” said the 16-year-old honors student. “A lot of people, even some middle schoolers, are afraid of going to school because of all that has been going on.”

Galindo and fellow honors student Emma, 16, spearheaded the plans for Hilton Head High students to participate in the March 14 observance without the fear of disciplinary action. Instead of leaving the school building during the protest, Hilton Head students left their classrooms and filled the school hallways.

“We wanted to create a way to safely have our voices heard, but not have it be so that we’d get in trouble,” Emma said.

The principals at Hilton Head High and May River High School did not support the idea of students leaving school, instead urging them to find other forms of expression. At both schools, student leaders decided on “walk-ins” where students could leave classes and go into the hallways during the observance. Students who left school without being signed out by a parent faced discipline under the district’s code of conduct.

Ultimately, 76 Bluffton High students left school during the observance. They rallied across the street from the school with parents and members of the community, including Bluffton Mayor Lisa Sulka.

At Hilton Head High, students sat in silence in the halls as the names of the 17 Parkland victims were read aloud and later wrote letters to legislators urging action. No students left school during the observance, said principal Amanda O’Nan. May River students developed a week of activities to mark the event — including a “walk-in” — all centered about school safety and gun violence. One student left the building during the national walkout, said principal Todd Borscheuer.

In total, 84 students in the district left school during the walkout, said Jim Foster, the director of communications for the county school system.

In the wake of the Parkland shooting, county officials are discussing enhancing and improving existing security measures — including full-time resource officers in all middle and high schools, redoing radio signals and insisting on consistency in how visitors access schools.

Political response across the nation to the Parkland shootings has been mixed. Florida passed a measure that, among other things, allows for armed teachers and raises the legal age to purchase all guns to 21. South Carolina is weighing adding money for more school resource officers and providing training to help teachers better identify youngsters who may pose a danger; there also have been calls to arm the state’s teachers. Washington is also looking at legislation to strengthen school security, but not gun reform.

Young people want those in power to know that they just want safe schools.

“It is not okay, and it will never be okay, for children to fear coming to school every day because they are afraid that the school will get shot up,” Emma said.

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School Choices FATE OF CROWDED BLUFFTON SCHOOLS IN HANDS OF VOTERS ON APRIL 21

BY ROBYN PASSANTE

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oters deciding on a special bond referendum to address school overcrowding in Bluffton find themselves caught up in rumours, accusations and investigations of the Beaufort County Board of Education and Superintendant Jeffrey Moss.

County residents will vote on the $76 million bond referendum on April 21.

The money would be used to build additional classrooms at River Ridge Academy and May River High School, construct a new school near May River High, and add career and technology education classrooms to Hilton Head, Bluffton and Beaufort High schools.

For students and teachers at the most crowded Bluffton schools, more room can’t come soon enough.

Bluffton resident Amanda Walrad says most of her eighth-grade daughter’s classes at River Ridge have more than 30 students. Her English teacher is instructing 37 students in one room.

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“The teachers have done a fantastic job with alternative seating, bean bags, beach chairs,” said Walrad, a leader of STAND for Children of Beaufort County, a citizen’s group supporting the referendum. “But (the students) do complain often that it’s hard to concentrate just based on the number of bodies in the space.”

River Ridge, which serves students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and has a capacity of 1,013, now has 1,192 students, said principal Gary McCulloch. Projected enrollment for the 2018-19 school year is 1,291.

If the referendum passes, construction of additional classrooms would begin this spring, increasing River Ridge’s capacity to 1,400 students, according to school district spokesman Jim Foster. By McCulloch’s estimates, enrollment at River Ridge by the end construction — slated for January — would be about 1,500. May River High is facing a similar issue: Projected enrollment in five years is 1,936, and projected capacity with additional classrooms is 1,800.

Some believe a new school, which Foster says could include grades kindergarten through eighth, is critical to accommodate this continued growth.

But not everyone agrees.

Beaufort County board member John Dowling represents Bluffton’s District 6. In December, he voted against holding the referendum because of changing cost estimates for the construction, and said holding the referendum in November would save $90,000 in election costs.

“We had fixed, for the short term, the overcrowding in Bluffton by purchasing portable classrooms,” Dowling wrote in a recent letter to the editor in The Island Packet.

That fix: Temporary classrooms at River Ridge and Pritchardville Elementary School at a cost of $1.1 million.

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“They’re absolutely not safe, you can’t secure them, not in today’s world,” she says.

Voters also are grappling with months of infighting among school board members and Moss’ 2016 ethics violations related to the hiring of his wife within the district; his guilt was described as “inadvertent and unintentional” by the South Carolina Ethics Commission.

Further heightening tensions, three school district employees have been served federal subpoenas related to an FBI investigation into the construction of River Ridge and May River High, according to school board members. Foster declined to say whether the district knows any specifics about the investigation, or whether he thinks it will hinder the referendum from being passed.

“Rumors are always a distraction, no matter what they’re about,” Foster said. “Our hope is that the investigation will be concluded before April 21 so voters have only facts to consider.”

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hanks to a generous donation, Lowcountry Legal Volunteers is extending its reach in a region where wealth and poverty discreetly co-exist.

The money, with a match from the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, allowed the Bluffton-based group to add a new attorney — a move that doubles the number of practicing lawyers on the nonprofit organization’s staff.

Lowcountry Legal Volunteers provides free legal aid to low-income residents in Beaufort, Jasper and Hampton counties.

Clients must earn less than 125 percent of the federal poverty level based on household size, and cannot hold liquid assets of more than $5,000.

The organization closes or settles around 100 cases each year, according to executive director Shannon McClure.

By adding Matthew Lindauer — who has been a volunteer at the clinic since 2016 — as an associate attorney, the firm should be able to add an additional 50 cases the first year and eventually double the caseload, she said.

Lowcountry Legal Volunteers opened its doors in 2000 with a grant from the Hilton Head Island Foundation — the forerunner to the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry. Community awareness of the legal needs facing low-income residents has increased, and more Hispanic residents are using the clinic, McClure said. The firm has a bilingual paralegal on staff, which has help build trust among Spanish-speaking clients. As part

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New hire Matthew Lindauer joins executive attorney Anne Caywood at Lowcountry Legal Volunteers.

of its growth, the firm also is considering a move to a more central location, like Okatie, to be closer to its clientele.

“We are grateful to the community foundation for starting us out,” McClure said, “and to come full circle to helping us with our growth.”

Lindauer joins executive attorney Anne Caywood on the organization’s staff, which also includes 20 legal volunteers — many of them retired attorneys from other states.

“We can’t thank our volunteers enough because they are the people who help the operation move,” Lindauer said.

“Without them, it would just be chaos and backlog.”

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“So, they are having to relearn, but the legal mindset is there, such as in the preparing of the documents,” she said.

As a volunteer, Lindauer did plenty of document prep work — mainly spending his time drafting claims. The transition to a full-time position has given him a deeper appreciation of the organization’s impact, he said.

“Now, you associate the face with the pleading, and when you start to get into the story, and hearing how badly they have been exploited, it has an affect on you that you just are not prepared for,” he said. “You’re not prepared for the emotions you feel.”

Lowcountry Legal Volunteers’ focus is family law: child custody, child support and divorce. The group also does simple probate such as wills, health care, power of attorney, name changes and birth certificates. Many cases are more than routine, though. Indeed, the most challenging are those where stakes are “emotionally high,” said Caywood, who has been with the group since 2015.

“The real heart-breaking ones are where women have been abused,” she said. “I had one woman come in and I was sitting with her in the initial client intake and I looked at her arms. Her arms were completely scarred. Her husband had thrown hot oil on her. You know, she was a very strong person, so I had to keep it together.”

Caywood said that while working with abused clients is emotionally tough, she gets some satisfaction when a case has been successfully closed.

“What is really cool is when you are in the final hearing,” she said. “The client is very thankful to be free of whatever circumstances that they have been put in. It is just that gratitude that you see that I had never experienced from other clients in my years of practicing law.”

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ALLIGATOR. — HENRY MCSHANE

Of course, some things have stayed the same.

“The setup time is still similar,” said Hargray’s Henry McShane. “If you think about it, it’s like the building of a small town … We did copper back then and we’re doing fiber now, but we still have to get from point A to point B.” That means getting a jump on the job well before play begins. The hidden phone lines that once crisscrossed the course have been upgraded, but a wired connection still is needed for things like vendor point-of-sale systems, the scoring trailer and high-speed internet in the media tent.

And while Hargray may not have to wire each skybox for a phone anymore, the need for constant communication has created new challenges.

“The demand really switched from dial tone to data,” McShane said.

Hargray is meeting that demand with new offerings, like live video of the tournament in skyboxes, tents and video boards at locations around the course, and free Wi-Fi near the 18th hole thanks to a bank of invisible Wi-Fi access points.

The company is also providing communications infrastructure to law enforcement officials and dozens of security cameras.

The Hargray Heritage team includes: (standing, left to right): Nick Fleary, Henry McShane.

(Sitting, left to right): Bryan Rose, Dwain Wright.

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HOW HARGRAY KEEPS THE HERITAGE WIRED.

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ince the first Heritage golf tournament in 1969, a lot has changed. Clubheads got bigger, pants got quieter and the ban on anchored putting has kept thousands of PGA Tour professionals from looking like giant goofballs on national TV. And as drives got longer, crowds got bigger.

The technology behind the Heritage has changed, too — and no one knows that better than Hargray. The local communications company — an indispensable partner of the tournament today known as the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing for 49 years — has been keeping the tournament wired and connected since the beginning.

“It was a whole lot more work back then,” said Dwain Wright, who has helped keep communication flowing at the Heritage over the years. “Now, technology has advanced so much. We lay out less than half of what we did then.”

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“Back in the day we were doing a 1 MG or 56 K, now it’s upwards of a gigabyte,” said Bryan Rose. “We did do a gig last year and we’ll be doing the same thing this year with the possibility of doing higher bandwidths should the need arise.”

Laying 15,000 feet of wire in and around Harbour Town Golf Links is no easy feat, and it takes the team Henry McShane shows off an old ID card he used when first working for of four countless hours Hargray many years ago. in the month leading up to the tournament.

And they don’t get to relax once the pros tee off.

“We’re in fireman mode the week of,” McShane said. “We put in a lot of long hours, long days some weekends, so when the tournament starts, no one’s waiting on us.”

And, of course, there are the natural hazards that come with poking around among the bunkers and lagoons of Harbour Town.

“We’ve built some memories of one person splicing wires and one person holding off the alligator,” said McShane with a laugh.

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What is This Thing We Call Business Ethics?

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hen I put pen to paper — and yes, I still write this column the old-fashioned way each month — I try to inform our readers about timely issues in the world of economics. In each column, I attempt to explain how economic behaviors might impact southern Beaufort County. This month, I want to attack a broader topic that has recently captured the attention of the national media: business ethics. Specifically, I want to examine some ethical principles and moral or ethical dilemmas that present themselves in a business environment.

The current #MeToo movement has given rise to a nationwide conversation about what personal behavioral conduct is or isn’t acceptable. On a broader basis, I thought it might be interesting to look at the evolution of business ethics.

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Curiously enough, the phrase “business ethics” only came into common use in the U.S. in the early 1970s. One must assume that prior to that time there were accepted norms of conduct in the workplace, as well as in the way business was conducted.

In fact, Adam Smith, an icon of modern economic theory said: “People of the same trade seldom meet together, even for merriment and diversion, but the conversation ends in a conspiracy against the public.” Ethics can then be said to regulate behavior that lies beyond governmental control.

As a byproduct of the savings and loan crisis of the 1980s, firms began to highlight their ethical standards in an attempt to distance themselves from the behaviors that essentially wiped out that segment of the financial services sector. The crisis and

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the attempts to leverage business ethics by competing firms gained the attention of academics and the media, much like today. There was a loud outcry to regulate and develop standards for business conduct that was met with pushback that maintained that mandated ethical standards would infringe upon the freedom of entrepreneurs and stifle growth.

More recently, the noted business author and consultant Peter Drucker was quoted as saying, “There is neither a separate ethics of business nor is one needed.” Drucker went on to say that corporate boards of directors have the duty to see that their companies “do no harm.” This is closely linked to the concept of “corporate social responsibility,” an umbrella term calling on businesses to act as responsible citizens of their communities, even at the cost of profits.

Fast-forward to today’s business world, which is changing and evolving even as I write this. As a result of the financial crisis that began in 2008, the public has once again focused on business ethics and how businesses impact the world we live in. Not surprisingly, our government has also weighed in and passed laws that seek to set boundaries for permissible business conduct.

Both the Sarbane-Oxley Act of 2002 and the Dodd-Frank Act of 2010 are broadly characterized as laws attempting to regulate business conduct. The Sarbane-Oxley Act has led to increased corporate financial transparency and corporate responsibility by public companies in their financial reporting, while Dodd-Frank, which is currently being re-examined by lawmakers, has generated an unbelievable number of rules and regulations in the financial services sector but, to my way of thinking, has done little to change the underlying

issues that gave birth to the financial crisis. Dodd-Frank was passed to protect U.S. taxpayers from future financial turmoil. The underlying issues I refer to are unbridled greed and a general lack of regard for doing the right thing — better described as “business ethics.”

As Drucker pointed out, business ethics are no different than human ethics. Corporations are made up of people who need to do the right thing.

I believe that ethics are what you do when no one is looking. My advice? If you would be ashamed to read about yourself on the front page of The New York Times or The Wall Street Journal, then think twice about what you are about to do.

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FAMILY DINING THE NEXT GENERATION TAKES THE REINS AT COASTAL RESTAURANTS AND BARS GROUP

BY BARRY KAUFMAN

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epending on how you look at it, the Coastal Restaurants and Bars (CRAB) Group traces its roots back to 2015 or 1973. Why the broad range? Allow us to explain.

The more recent date marks the moment that the Reilley and the Kenneweg families, both renowned for the way they shaped Hilton Head Island’s restaurant scene, made their long-standing partnership official by gathering all of their resources under the banner of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars Group.

“We had always been considered the Reilley group, we just didn’t have a name,” said second-generation restaurateur Brendan Reilley. “(Peter Kenneweg) partnered with my dad, and they grew their company, and as we began to grow it again, we said we need to have a formal name and a brand to market.”

The group's banner now encompasses eight different restaurants, allowing for more seamless operations and more effective marketing.

“Now that we can operate as a group, it’s a little easier to function,” Reilley said.

“Instead of our restaurants essentially competing against each other, now we’re all helping each other out.”

Essentially, it’s a formalization of a tightly woven dual-family empire that began in 1973. That year marked the beginning of the Kenneweg family dynasty with the launch of

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Hofbrauhaus. Located at the current site of Darren Clarke’s Tavern, Hofbrauhaus would serve as an icon of Hilton Head’s restaurant scene until it closed in 2006.

The Kennewegs and Reilleys would join in partnership when Tom Reilley opened Reilley’s on the island’s south end in 1982, with Peter Kenneweg as an investor. That partnership would flourish, leading the Reilleys and Kennewegs to open the first Crazy Crab restaurant together with other partners in 1984.

From there, the story of how two families helped shape the island through family-friendly restaurant concepts is one that many know. Another Crazy Crab and another Reilley’s followed, with Aunt

Royal. It marks just the second time the Reilleys have ventured off the island.

“We had a Reilley’s in Maui. This is going to be a little closer,” Brendan Reilley joked.

The latest venture continues the unique concept of Fishcamp on Broad Creek, which was built from one of the earliest commercial buildings on Hilton Head. Fishcamp on 11th Street will weave a similar transformation to the historic site that was previously Dockside at Port Royal.

“This will be a very similar concept and décor,” Brendan Reilley said. “It operated as Dockside for 22 years and with the shrimp processing facility next to it, there’s a lot of history.”

The company is looking to continue its ventures off-island.

“We have plans to expand to Savannah as well, but that will be most likely early 2019,” Brendan Reilley said. “We have the property picked out, but we haven’t announced yet where it’s going.”

The Reilley and Kenneweg families joined forces in 2015 and now control a group of eight popular local eateries.

Chilada’s Easy Street Café joining the portfolio in 1988. From there, however, the nascent group would throttle back on expansion.

“The early guys expanded and then sat back. Now the younger guys are expanding again,” said Brendan Reilley.

The second wave of growth began with the opening of both The Boardroom in 2011 and Carolina Crab Company in 2014, and continued with the transformation of Simmons Fishing Camp into Fishcamp on Broad Creek.

And the families aren’t done yet.

Expansion continues with another Fishcamp, this one called Fishcamp on 11th Street, opening soon in historic Port

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harisma, strategy and vision are hallmarks of history’s great leaders, but a newer trait, “emotional intelligence,” has found its way into the workplace. People today have a great sense of independence and a need for empowerment. This means leaders must exercise authority and management skills while also encouraging participation and empowerment.

An emotionally intelligent leader knows when to exercise authority; when to encourage participation; and when to keep his or her own ideas, feelings and emotions private.

Emotional intelligence means being in tune with employees when it comes to their needs and expectations in the workplace. An easy way to figure out what your employees need is to first look at the dark side and ask: “What drives people away from their jobs?”

Employees leave jobs for five main reasons: • Lack of recognition.

• Boredom.

• Unhappiness with management.

• Inadequate salary and benefits.

• Limited opportunities for advancement.

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• Growth: Your team needs programs and paths for growth and career advancement.

• Self-development: Employees need opportunities to be coached, challenged and inspired.

• Strengths: Employees need roles and responsibilities that fit their strengths.

• Purpose: Team members need opportunities for meaningful contribution to big-picture goals.

American psychologist Abraham Maslow’s influential theory of human motivation, known as the hierarchy of needs, can be applied to the workplace.

Maslow’s theory says that after people have achieved food, water and shelter, they’re motivated by the need to feel physically and emotionally safe. If they feel safe, they go on to seek love, friendship and a sense of belonging. Only when these needs are met do they go on to seek self-respect, status and recognition from others. The need to reach one’s full potential is at the top of the pyramid in Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.

When leadership teams address employees’ 11 essential needs and keep Maslow’s hierarchy of needs in mind, the result will be lower attrition rates and a profound and positive impact on the company’s bottom line.

Dave Ferguson is an internationally recognized executive leadership coach, speaker, facilitator and author. Contact him at 704-907-0171 or at Dave@AskCoachDave.com. Ferguson lives on Hilton Head Island.

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Mainland Strong MORTGAGE NETWORK’S BLUFFTON EXPANSION MIRRORS MARKET

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hen David Crowell arrived on Hilton Head Island in 1996 to establish a Southeastern division of the Boston-based Mortgage Network, major off-island development was still a distant vision.

As the area’s largest mortgage provider for more than a decade, Crowell and his colleagues have witnessed a sea change in the local real estate market — and helped usher in an era of growth in Bluffton that is now spilling over to Hardeeville, with the planned Latitude Margaritaville and the East Argent tract.

“We’ve seen the transformation of the area,” Crowell said. “We’ve seen the growth of Bluffton from literally a hardto-find dot on the map on the back road to Savannah to the economic engine for the area. It happened slowly but surely, accelerating over the past four or five years, and the tail is now wagging the dog.”

Crowell sees a parallel in his own company, which plans to open a Bluffton branch at Belfair Plaza this month.

Crowell will maintain the Hilton Head branch, while Brian Neumann will establish the new office and help Mortgage Network guide the rapid influx of potential homebuyers in the Lowcountry.

“Businesses that have grown up on Hilton Head have seen a larger and larger percentage share of their business originating offDavid Crowell (seated) island,” Crowell and Brian Neumann of Mortage Network are said. “Like many expanding off-island. l aw offices,

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banks, accounting firms, and other professional entities, it’s the right time for us to have a space in Bluffton.”

That’s good news for potential buyers in Bluffton and Hardeeville who need a full-service mortgage company to help them navigate a process that has become more complicated since the housing crash last decade. New regulations and procedures made it difficult for commercial banks to offer the expertise his company provides, Crowell said.

Crowell foresees continued growth in Bluffton and Hardeeville because of two overarching trends: the South Carolina coast is a magnet for a rapidly-retiring generation of baby boomers, and the continued growth of the Southeast as a burgeoning economic hub — as evidenced by the upcoming opening of the Jasper Ocean Terminal, estimated to bring up to 1 million jobs to the region by 2040.

Baby boomers are retiring at a rate of about 10,000 per day, Crowell said, and with coastal Florida already overdeveloped, more retirees are turning to the Carolinas as a “warm and wet” spot to settle down.

“The environment here is still very attractive, and this area seems to be providing very effective price points competitive with Florida,” he said. “Not just the multi-million dollar houses in coastal Hilton Head, but you’re going all the way to developments in Bluffton, Hardeeville and Ridgeland that can accommodate people who are retiring and looking for the $200,000 price point.”

The prices also are attractive to firsttime buyers, and Crowell said the current environment is ripe for those buyers to enter the market with an array of mortgage products that are “as aggressive and accommodating as at any time during my 35-year career.” In the rare event that a prospective buyer can’t find a product that will fit their budget, Crowell said he can put them on a plan to get there in six to 12 months.

“If it’s not right for you to be buying right now, we’ll tell you,” he said. “When we’re doing our jobs right, we end up doing as much life counseling as we do delivering the dough. When you go into a bank lobby, you’re not going to get that.”

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Sign of the Times

MARLIN OUTDOOR TAKES ON THE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING GIANTS

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hen Walter Czura decided to launch a billboard advertising company on Hilton Head Island three decades ago, he did so armed with a vision and a plan. Forget that he had no staff, not a single billboard to offer clients, and plenty of competition in a growing outdoor advertising space.

Yet Czura rolled up his sleeves and went to work, launching Marlin Outdoor Advertising in the mid1980s. Now, 30-plus years later, Marlin Outdoor hosts billboards that can be seen throughout the South Carolina Lowcountry and beyond.

Marlin Outdoor, which now has five full-time employees, boasts more than 1,000 billboards in South Carolina and Georgia. The company works with local and national businesses looking to deliver their messages along major arteries including Interstate 95, Interstate 26, Interstate 77 and Interstate 16 as well as on many local and rural roads. McDonald’s, Cracker Barrel and KFC advertise with Marlin Outdoor, and local clients include Hilton Head Boathouse, Fat Baby’s and S.M. Bradford Co. “Walter grew this business from the ground up,” said Will Settle, vice president of sales for Marlin Outdoor. “We are not your typical corporate billboard company.

We can get a client’s message up in just a couple days from signing the contract.”

Considering the growth of digital advertising that has adversely affected many “traditional” media outlets during the past decade or so — including outdoor advertising companies — Marlin Outdoor’s sustained strength and growth is impressive. While many national companies have transitioned to digital billboards that feature multiple rotating ads, Marlin Outdoor has remained committed to its roots, opting to stay with static billboards that promote a single business for at least a month at a time.

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“It’s gotten very crowded out there,” Settle said. “We have a lot of companies that have moved away from the digital boards because they realize how many people their message is missing when it gets changed for another advertiser.

Our business model is to stay with static boards, and I don’t see that changing.”

That’s not to say that Settle and his

team are afraid to push the envelope with their messages. The company raised eyebrows with billboards for online dating site Ashley Madison that were placed between Charleston and Columbia. But family values triumphed when Marlin Outdoor employees sponsored a billboard celebrating the first girl born into the Settle family in 137 years when

Will welcomed daughter Carter Louise.

Several years ago, O.C. Welch hired Marlin Outdoor to create a billboard offering a significant cash reward for information pertaining to a murder in the Lowcountry.

“We’ve certainly been willing to put some stranger billboards up from time to time, within reason” Settle said. “Some of that creativity has gotten the company significant coverage.”

Settle says his employees at times face unusual challenges when installing the huge vinyl advertisements. From dangerous wildlife — including alligators — to aggressive pets and even angry residents who live close to a billboard location, the Marlin Outdoor group has just about seen it all.

“It can be a really interesting job when you are out in the field,” Settle said.

“We’ve seen mosquitoes as big as hummingbirds and rattlesnakes that wouldn’t let us come down from the billboard.”

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››On the Move ECO-FRIENDLY JUNK REMOVAL COMPANY OPENS

THE GREENERY MARKS 45 YEARS WITH TOP AWARD Ten years after employees took over the company, The Greenery Inc. has won the 2018 Employee-Owned Company of the Year award from The Employee Stock Owners Plan Association-Carolinas Chapter for North and South Carolina. The company will now represent the chapter in a nationwide contest for the Best in America title, to be presented in May in Washington, D.C. The nursery and landscaping company is also celebrating its 45th anniversary. It was founded on Hilton Head Island in 1973 by Ruthie and Berry Edwards as a small landscape nursery. Over the next several decades, the Edwards family grew the company by hiring knowledgeable and experienced landscaping and gardening staff. Today, The Greenery is one of the largest and most highly respected landscaping companies in the Southeast, serving Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort, Savannah, Charleston and coastal Georgia and South Carolina with residential and commercial landscape service.

Before his retirement, Berry Edwards started working towards an employee stock ownership plan. In 2001, The Greenery started a corporate transition to employee ownership, and by 2007, it was entirely owned by its employees. Lee Edwards, son of Ruthie and Berry, is now the company’s CEO. “Employee ownership distinguishes The Greenery from other businesses,” he said. “Investing in and relying on our people helps foster an environment that draws some of the best people in the industry to our company.”

J. BANKS DESIGN RECOGNIZED J. Banks Design Group was awarded the 2018 Designer Network Member of the Year Award at the Coastal Living and Southern Living Home Summit in New Orleans. The Designer Network includes designers who have been vetted and certified by the publications for their work in the industry. Readers can connect with designers in the network for home projects.

BB&T INSURANCE NAMES NEW EXECUTIVE David D’Amico has been named as commercial producer at BB&T Insurance Services in the commercial sales division. D’Amico brings more than eight years of experience as a professional in the insurance industry and 23 years of community involvement to his new position. He has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Ithaca College.

Junkluggers of the Lowcountry held its grand opening in March in front of the Bluffton Chamber of Commerce. The company is an environmentally-friendly and socially responsible alternative to traditional junk removal and serves Jasper and Beaufort counties. Specializing in both residential and commercial cleanouts, Junkluggers will accept everything from furniture to construction debris, including heavy office equipment, machinery and appliances. Many of the useable items the company collects are given to local nonprofit organizations. For more information, go to junkluggers.com.

PLAY & GOURMET WELCOMES NEW STAFF MEMBER Ron Angner Sr. has joined the Play & Gourmet team as general manager of home and kitchen appliances. He has 50 years of experience in computer science, operations and electrical engineering and will be working closely on the sales, installations and integrations of home and kitchen appliances.

Previously, Angner worked for Bell Labs, AT&T and Advanced Technology Systems.

Before joining Play & Gourmet, he spent 19 years as a principal and senior vice president of network operations for a local management consulting company.

GILLIS TO LEAD DEEP WELL BOWLER JOINS OAK ADVISORS

Jay Bowler has joined Oak Advisors LLC as a client service associate. In his new position, Bowler will be responsible for assisting with client relationship management, as well as operational and data management support. He has a bachelor’s degree in applied technology and business from Kent State University and has been a long-standing supporter and fundraiser for the Special Olympics through coaching and mentoring.

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The Deep Well Project has a new executive director. Sandy Gillis has been named to succeed Betsy Doughtie, who is retiring after 22 years, according to a news release from Deep Well. Gillis and Doughtie will work together closely for 30-60 days to ensure a smooth transition for Deep Well and its volunteers, the news release said. Deep Well is a volunteer-based, privately funded nonprofit providing emergency assistance to the needy in the form of food, emergency rent and utility payments, home repairs, transportation, clothing and support for children like school supplies, uniforms and holiday gifts.

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rom Hilton Head Island to Vermont, Los Angeles and then back to Hilton Head: Michael Cerrati has worked from coast to coast, but has found his hometown to be a fine place to practice his unique brand of law. As an intellectual

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property lawyer — and one of only a few in the Lowcountry — he helps creators like musicians, authors, inventors and artists protect their work from unauthorized reproduction or distribution.

Cerrati was born at Beaufort Memorial

Hospital in 1979 — before Hilton Head Hospital could deliver babies. His parents, Karen and Al, had moved to the island a few years previously. Cerrati attended Sea Pines Montessori, Hilton Head Preparatory Academy and Hilton Head public schools as an advanced soccer player before leaving the island in 1997 to study mathematics and Spanish — and perfect his snowboarding techniques — at the University of Vermont. After graduating, he decided to pursue entertainment law.

Most law schools that offer degrees in trademark, copyright, music and entertainment law are concentrated in New York, Nashville and Los Angeles. Cerrati chose a law school in L.A. “Mostly for the weather — and to be in one of the entertainment centers of the world,” he said with a smile. “You don’t see grass until April in Vermont, and it wears on you. February’s gray, and cold weather was the worst.”

Cerrati graduated with honors in 2005 and went to work for a variety of record labels, film studios and entertainment law firms. But the industry was about to be rocked by new developments in technology. File-sharing sites popped up around the internet, making it easy for Michael Cerrati has web surfers to illeworked from coast to gally download coast and with clients free, copyrighted from all over the world, songs — intelbut has found his lectual property hometown a fine place — and costing to practice intellectual musicians, manproperty law. agers and studios millions of dollars.

It was a turning point for the industry, Cerrati said, and for his career.

“None of the record labels or artists made money off of CDs at that point,” he said. “The number of attorneys in the music studios shrank. I shifted my focus to trademark and copyright law or intellectual property law.”

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literary and artistic works; inventions; designs; and symbols, names and images used in any industry imaginable — even the preposterous. Christian Louboutin, known for sky-high stiletto shoes with scarlet soles that can sell for upward of $1,000, has been trying to trademark the color red, arguing the design element is his recognizable signature and merits legal protection.

Intellectual property law enables people to earn recognition and gain exclusivity and financial benefit from the things they create. For example, if someone uploads an unauthorized copy of a book to the internet and shares it, that’s copyright infringement. If you download that book, you’re making an unauthorized copy, and if you’ve made an unauthorized copy, you’ve violated the reproduction right of the copyright owner.

“An example of my local work,” Cerrati said, holding up a technical drawing, “is determining whether the work of a local artist, who rendered a portrait of the first patent for a Gibson guitar, infringes on any existing copyrights. I also assist businesses in a variety of industries obtain trademark protection for their names and products.”

Cerrati works out of the Hilton Head office of Belzer PC, but his clients are all over the world. He counsels trademark and copyright owners on the selection, clearance, use, licensing and protection of their intellectual property in the U.S. and abroad, and also assists startups and entrepreneurs in developing strategies for branding their new businesses.

Before returning to Hilton Head in 2008, Cerrati married fellow law student and Baton Rouge native Jennie Swanson. They have two young sons, Jack and Ben. “When I started to think about raising a family, I knew that Los Angeles would not be our final destination,” Cerrati said. “I wanted to be close to family.

L.A. is a wonderful place to be in your mid- to late 20s. But ever since college, every time I went home to my family on Hilton Head, I’d think, ‘Oh, this isn’t so bad.’ ”

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HILTON HEAD STUDENT A FINALIST IN NATIONAL PHOTO CONTEST

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eventeen-year-old Julia Gigante is busy. A senior at Hilton Head Preparatory School, she was the captain of both the varsity basketball and cross-country teams, is president of the student council, and is senior class representative for the honor council. She founded the school newspaper, is a member of the school’s Zonta Club, and has played on the varsity chess team since fifth grade.

But none of those are her real passion.

“I really love photography,” she said. “That’s been a big part of my life the last two years.”

And it turns out, she’s pretty good at it.

Julia was recently chosen as a finalist for the 2018 National Geographic Student Expeditions photo contest.

For the contest, National Geographic asked students to upload up to five photos — including descriptions — that captured the spirit of exploration. According to the National Geographic website, student submissions were judged on creativity, photographic quality, composition and execution of theme.

Julia’s photo “Sand Storm” earned her a spot as one of 28 finalists. It’s a photograph of her younger brother kicking sand on a Hilton Head beach at sunset.

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Julia Gigante, A senior at Hilton Head Preparatory School, is a finalist for the 2018 National Geographic student photo contest.

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the Canon camera her mother recently bought her.

“It was a really pretty sunset,” Julia said of the image. “I was shocked that it made it to the finals because there were so many people in so many different places.”

This month, National Geographic will announce three winners and the People’s Choice award for the contest.

Winners had not been announced at the time of publication.

The grand prize winner for the high school category wins a spot at a photo workshop in one of several locations, including Barcelona, New York City, Prague, Tokyo, Yellowstone, Yosemite and San Francisco, according to the National Geographic website.

Julia’s dream photo session would probably be in the Galápagos Islands, but she said there are many places she’d like to shoot. That’s part of her love of travel — and why she’s thinking globally when it comes to college. She recently visited Ireland to look at Trinity College in Dublin.

She’s also considering Georgetown

University in Washington, D.C. In addition to her photography skills, Julia also dabbles in digital media. She’s built websites for several local doctors, including her father, local internist James Gigante.

When she’s not taking photos or building websites — or participating in one of her many extra-curricular activities — she likes going to the beach, watching Netflix with friends and, of course, taking photos wherever she goes.

“I just really love being able to take a moment and hold it there,” she said.

“And then you get to kind of experience it again and again… and what it felt like taking the picture.”

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››Social spotlight The Market The Market, an outdoor farmers market featuring locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh baked goods, art and entertainment will be held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays at the Village at Wexford, starting April 4.

2018 Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival The 33rd annual Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival was held March 5-11 at The Sea Pines Resort, benefitting the John T. and Valerie Curry Scholarship Fund.

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It has been over thirty years since English/Jamaican sisters Mel & Kim burst onto the dance music scene and the gorgeous Londoners, who had their own look, their own sound and a refreshingly liberated ‘girl power’ sensibility long before their fellow Brits The Spice Girls were topping the charts, were a breath of fresh air with the world at their feet. Their first two singles ‘Showing Out (Get Fresh At The Weekend)’ and ‘Respectable’ both reached #1 on the US Billboard Dance Chart and more hits should have followed but tragedy struck when Mel, the younger of the two was diagnosed with cancer, sadly passing away in 1990 aged just 23. Kim, in honor of her sisters memory, carried on writing and performing and she scored a number of hits on her own, most notably the Ivor Novello Award nominated ‘Don’t Worry’, which proved her credibility as a songwriter.

Now, over three decades later, a brilliant new Mel & Kim track titled ‘Where Is Love’ has surfaced. The previously unheard song has been given an incredible makeover for it’s 2018 release by a list of established producers and up and coming talent and the final results are superb!

Each production brings a completely different vibe and attitude, from the uber cool club beats of British Dance Scene giant Kissy Sell Out, to the euphorically uplifting slice of commercial pop perfection courtesy of mega producers 7th Heaven, yet they all manage to maintain Mel & Kim’s cool but fun London trademark throughout. Whatever your dance floor preference, ‘Where Is Love’ is a surefire weekend starter and was well worth the wait!

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"Sip & Shop" “Sip & Shop” will kick off from 4-7 p.m. April 19 at Abode, 6 State of Mind St., Bluffton. Mingle and shop with featured designers Jan Stone and Elly Craver — all with a glass of wine in hand.

Main Street Teacher Contest Faith Roppelt and Aaron Glugover of Main Street Café & Pub are sponsoring a teacher appreciation campaign for teachers on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton. Nominate a teacher who inspired you at mainstreetcafehiltonhead. com. Winners will receive gift certificates.

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Coast Guard Museum Cuts the Ribbon Hilton Head Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla #070-10-11 celebrated the grand opening of the new Coast Guard museum exhibit at the Harbour Town Lighthouse in Sea Pines.

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HILTON HEAD CREW IS GROWING YOUTH SPORT

BY CAROL WEIR AND CARRIE HIRSCH | PHOTOS BY BUTCH HIRSCH

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eamwork is key in the sport of crew, because cooperation is the only way to move forward — or, in this case, backward.

On Hilton Head Island in the spring, teenagers turn up for crew practice at the Rowing and Sailing Center knowing that if anybody on their squad is missing, they’ll be stuck on land. To practice on the water, every member of their team must be in the boat.

“I love that crew is a true team effort,” said Rhonda Rose, treasurer of Hilton Head Island Crew. “It’s a beautiful sport.”

The rowers benefit from a gorgeous Lowcountry setting. The Sailing and Rowing Center is on Skull Creek, a stone’s throw from shrimp boats docked at Hudson’s Seafood House On the Docks.

The kids stroke past shores where Native Americans once lived and British soldiers burned homes during the War of 1812.

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Rose’s son William, 15, and daughter Emma, 16, are both coxswains, which means they’re responsible for steering the boat and coordinating the power and rhythm of the rowers.

“This is a sport you can progress in very fast,” Rose said. “You don’t have to already know how to do it. The coaches put them in a boat and teach them how to row.”

The crew team is especially proud of member Kaitlin Porter, who after just one season was invited to row for the University of Texas when she starts college at UT Austin in the fall.

Hilton Head Crew head coach Scott Adcock started rowing when he was in high school in northern Virginia. A former Marine and high school crew coach, he was surprised to find that the sport wasn’t that big in the Lowcountry.

“We have one program that covers Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort and Ridgeland for seventh- through 12th-graders from private schools, public schools and home schoolers,” he said.

“And these kids come out here and bust their butts every day.”

Adcock lives on Lady’s Island. In addition to making the drive to Sailing and Rowing Center on Squire Pope Road, he takes the rowers to compete in regattas all over the Southeast.

The team’s other coaches include Lu Strayer, a former team doctor with the U.S. Rowing Association, and Mike List of Toronto, who has helped with the team for three years. A small army of parents also pitches in, and the Palmetto Rowing Club provides scholarships for children who want to row but can’t afford the $450 fee.

HIT THE WATER The Sailing and Rowing Center at Squire Pope Community Park offers easy public access to Skull Creek. Interested in learning more about Hilton Head Island Crew?

Go to hhicrew.org.

The Town of Hilton Head built the Rowing and Sailing Center at Squire Pope Community Park in 2014 to help residents and visitors enjoy water sports around the island. Hilton Head Island Crew raised money for and built a shed where the boats are stored. The kids carry their boats down to the water for every practice and carry them back to the boathouse when they’re done.

It’s a good lesson in responsibility for the young rowers — even if they have it easier than previous generations of coxswains.

“Technology has changed, so a boat that 10 years ago weighed 350 pounds now weighs 200,” said coach David Erdman. “Instead of being wooden and fiberglass, it's carbon fiber.”

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HOW TO

Speak Golf A GUIDE TO THE LANGUAGE OF GOLF

BY BARRY KAUFMAN AND JUSTIN JARRETT

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o you find yourself nodding along in vague agreement whenever golf fans get together? Tired of pretending like you know what they’re talking about?

Here are a few golf terms that might help you fake your way through Heritage week with at least a little more authority.

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Please, for all our sakes. dribbler (n): An approach shot that never quite achieves lift off, merely dribbling forward a few feet. (Alt.) That one friend you told yourself you were never taking to the tournament again. Example: “Todd was being a total dribbler. He’s on the 20th hole now.”

marching shot (n): An approach to the green that sails wide left of the fairway, then right and then left.

Shank-a-pot-amus (n): An appropriate nickname for any fellow golfer after a particularly bad shot, especially if he announces his drive with something along the lines of, “Here’s a free lesson.”

Facebeg (v): When everyone goes on Facebook to ask if anyone has spare passes.

Example “Oh jeez, Todd’s on here Facebegging again. Just buy a ticket, dude.”

Hit a house! (excl.): Verbal pleading a golfer will make toward his ball when he realizes he’s hit it entirely too far. Also see: hit a tree, grow teeth. nope (v): To take a penalty-free redo stroke after landing your ball within the general vicinity of an alligator. silent (adj.): Mystifying hieroglyphics that appear on tall placards held up by Heritage volunteers.

GOLF 101: THE BASICS fried egg (n): A slang term for a buried lie in the sand in which only the top half of the ball is visible. hazard (n): An area, often water, that invokes a one-shot penalty when the ball is hit into it; a golfer may avoid the penalty by playing the next shot from the hazard without touching the ground, sand, or water with the club. eagle (n): A score of 2-under-par on a hole; a rare occurrence. birdie (n): A score of 1-under-par on a hole.

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hook (n): A shot that curves sharply from right to left while in the air for right-handed players. rough (n): Taller grass adjacent to the fairway that penalizes an inaccurate shot by making for a more difficult approach. draw (n): A shot that moves slightly from right to left while in the air for right-handed players. fade (n): A shot that moves slightly from left to right while in the air for right-handed players. slice (n): A ball that curves sharply from left to right for a right-handed player.

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FIRST TIME ATTENDING THE RBC HERITAGE PRESENTED BY BOEING? YOU'RE IN FOR A REAL TREAT — BUT THE SCENE AT HARBOUR TOWN GOLF LINKS CAN BE A BIT DAUNTING TO A FIRST-TIME SPECTATOR. Let's get the most important thing out of the way first: Do not, under any circumstance, yell "Get in the hole!" Just don't do it. The marshals are instructed to lead anyone who does so to the nearest lagoon and feed them to the alligators. (OK, that last part isn’t true, but it's still not advisable.)

Every year RBC Heritage commissions the champion’s portrait to capture a critical moment during that tournament’s competition. In 50 years, only two artists have been given this honor: Coby Whitemore (1969-1987) and West Fraser (1988 – today).

Whitemore painted Arnold Palmer after Palmer won the first Heritage in 1969.

It's hard to have anything less than a great time at any PGA Tour event, much less one that incorporates the great tradition of the Heritage and the natural beauty of Hilton Head Island. And there's no right or wrong way to go about attending a golf tournament — other than abiding by simple etiquette rules such as obeying marshals, staying outside the ropes and respecting play — but we can pass along a few tips that might make your experience more enjoyable and memorable.

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Heritage Pro Ams April 9

• 10 a.m.: Parade and opening ceremonies, kicking off at the Liberty Oak and ending at the 18th green • 11:30 a.m.: Pro-Am Presented by Boeing, Harbour Town Golf Links

April 10

• All day: Pro practice rounds • 7 a.m.: 22nd annual Christian Heritage Breakfast, Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa • 3 p.m.: Coca-Cola Youth Day Putting Contest, practice green • 4:30 p.m.: Family Movie, Heritage Lawn

April 11

• 7 a.m.: RBC Heritage Pro-Am, Harbour Town Golf Links • 10 a.m.: Tartan Invitational, Atlantic Dunes

FOLLOW THE LEADERS While I'm all for getting out to see the course and watching as many different players as possible on Thursday and Friday, and even Saturday, there is nothing more exciting than setting out with the lead group from the first tee on Sunday and seeing the players through to the end. Keep an eye on the leaderboard throughout the day and be prepared to change your plans, but if it becomes a two-horse race, it's great to be able to look back and say you saw every shot the leaders hit on the final day of the tourney and replay the round in your mind.

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MOBILE DEVICE POLICY Devices may be used to capture video, audio and photos in all areas during tournament week.

These images or recordings may be used for personal purposes only, like personal social media; no commercial use. No live streaming or real-time coverage (e.g., no shot-by-shot coverage). Data use (e.g., texting) is permitted in all areas throughout tournament week.

Phone calls are allowed only in designated areas: - The Ultra Club - Inside Clubhouse - Concessions located at holes 9, 10, 13, 15, 18 - Neighborhood roads

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EXPLORE THE COURSE So many Heritage spectators stroll out to Harbour Town Golf Links’ ninth green or the picturesque 18th — admittedly fine viewing areas — and never see another part of the course. That's a shame because some the course’s more intriguing holes are far-flung from the clubhouse. If you're up to it, spend part of a day walking the course and making mental notes you can refer to while scoreboard watching.

Here's a true insider's tip, because not all course maps show it: Using Plantation Drive is one of the fastest ways to get from point A to point B in a hurry. The road runs between the first green and second tee, the eighth green and ninth tee, the 10th green and 11th tee, and the 15th green and 16th tee — making it easy to jump around the course without walking for hours. This comes in especially handy if you're following the leaders on the front nine Sunday and someone who went out early makes a charge up the leaderboard.

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USE THE MAP If you're not familiar with the course, it can be easy to get turned around and lose track of where you are on any golf course, and Harbour Town is no different. Luckily, there's a course map in the daily pairings sheets available at the entrance to the course and at various other spots around Harbour Town. The map also indicates where you can find bleachers, concessions stands, first aid stations, cellphone zones and other important areas.

April 13

• 7:20 a.m.: RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing Second Round

April 14

• 8:30 a.m.: RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing Third Round • Noon: Plaid Nation Day contests, Heritage Lawn

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April 15

• 7:30 a.m.: Sunrise Service, 18th green • 8:30 a.m.: RBC Heritage Presented

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Harbour Town 'Hot Spots' At The Heritage, the world's greatest golfers will provide "oohs" and "ahhs" at every hole. But sometimes you just want to rest a minute or catch up with friends, and there are several great places to do so. After all, the Heritage is all about Southern hospitality. If you're lucky, you might score an invitation to one of the skyboxes at Nos. 16, 17 or 18, but if you don't have friends in such high places, check out these hot spots:

• Attending a PGA Tour event is one of the best values in sports.

For $175 you get tickets for all seven days and for another $75 you can add clubhouse access and access to two on-course hospitality venues. But if you really want to splurge, the "Doc's BBQ Club" package is as good as it gets. For $470, you get a ticket for all seven days, with access to a private entertainment venue on the 15th green from Thursday to Sunday.

There's a climate-controlled dining section with a daily barbecue buffet, and the ticket price includes draft beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages. That's tough to beat.

• A new addition to the event's hospitality areas a few years back, the Heritage Lawn is located between the 17th and 18th holes. And it's fabulous. All the hospitality tents along the 18th fairway empty into a courtyard area that includes a massive Jumbotron where you can watch television coverage of the tournament while grabbing a snack or ice-cold beverage and kicking your feet up.

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• The area between the 10th and 16th fairways is a short walk from the clubhouse and becomes a popular spot to see and be seen, especially if the weather is nice. Often referred to as "Sundress City" or "The Bermuda Shorts Triangle" — OK, maybe I'm the only person who calls it the Bermuda Shorts Triangle, but trust me, it fits — the crowd that gathers here will show you that the Heritage really is the social event of the year on Hilton Head.

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It's not quite the party spot that Sundress City is, but the area between the second green and third tee and the sixth green and seventh tee is great to catch a glimpse of a large number of players passing through. No. 2 is a short par-5, and thus a potential eagle hole; the par-4 No. 6 produces a good number of birdie chances; and the tee shot at the par-3 No. 7 is a tough one that produces lots of memorable shots. Plus, there's a permanent restroom facility and a concessions area nearby for convenience.

Bring the kids early in the week Tuesday, April 10, is Coca-Cola Youth Day and is easily the best day to bring the family, both because of the volume of activities and the lack of crowds at Sea Pines.

Parents and kids can watch the pros during their practice rounds all day before taking to the green for the annual putting contest at 3 p.m. Kids 15 and younger can putt alongside the pros, and the first 200 kids receive a free tournament souvenir. Each child who sinks a putt also wins a prize courtesy of Coca-Cola. Register in the text next to the clubhouse. The day ends with family movie “Monsters, Inc.” on the Heritage Lawn at 4:30 p.m.

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AUTOGRAPH POLICY An autograph policy is in effect for the official competition rounds, Thursday through Sunday. Once a player's round has started, he may not sign autographs until the round is completed, except at his option during a period of suspension of play. Autographed items are limited to a size of 8.5 inches by 11 inches. Clipboards are not allowed.

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USE YOUR HEAD Some rules should go without saying, but you never can tell when alcohol is involved. A few years back, a spectator stripped down and went for a swim in the lagoon along the 10th fairway. He lost one of his flip-flops to a gator and wound up in handcuffs. Don't be stupid. Don't be that guy.

What's New This Year The RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing seems to get bigger and better every year, and this year is no different. Annual visitors to the tournament will notice two major additions this year: • The Youth Zone presented by RLB Squared, Mikkelson Law Firm and Kinghorn Insurance and in support of the First Tee of the Lowcountry is the newest destination on the Heritage Lawn. Featuring a six-hole putting course and two swing bays, this is the place for families and kids during tournament week. Only children younger than 15 can participate in the Youth Zone.

• The Craft Beer Garden presented by Anheuser Busch is the latest destination for hopheads. Stop at the Craft Beer Garden behind the 15th green to unwind and catch up with friends over a few brews. The beer garden is open to all RBC Heritage ticketholders ages 21 or older.

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Etiquette Heading out for a day of Heritage fun? There are some items you’ll want to leave at home, because they are not allowed.

- No opaque bags larger than a 6-inch-by6-inch purse, including carrying cases, backpacks, camera bags or chair bags.

- No clear plastic, vinyl or other carry items larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches.

- No plastic, metal or glass cups, cans or containers except those for medical or infant needs.

- No computers or laptops.

- No fireworks or laser pointers.

- No lawn chairs or oversized chairs, and no seat cushions or bicycles.

- No pets, except for service animals.

- No knives, firearms or weapons of any kind.

- No video cameras.

- No cameras during competition rounds (practice rounds only).

- No outside beverages or coolers.

- No radios or TVs. - No posters, signs or banners.

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esley Bryan first visited Harbour Town Golf Links as a 14-year-old more interested in bird-dogging the PGA Tour stars than watching his dad tee it up in the Heritage.

It was a different story last year, when he came back from a four-shot deficit in the final round to become the first Palmetto State native to don the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing’s signature tartan jacket.

“It’s crazy to think that of all of the great golfers that have come out of the state, not one of them has won here,” Bryan said last year. “But to be the first is really, really special. And like I said, to win in my home state, I honestly couldn't have dreamed anything better than this.”

His father, George Bryan III, is a noted instructor, but his own golf career was on the rocks after college. He and older brother George Bryan IV found themselves scraping it around on the mini-tours and not making much of a living, wondering if it was time to get a day job.

“We were really broke and really bored,” Wesley Bryan said. But then the brothers came across a viral video of a golfer hitting trick shots that didn’t seem all that impressive. “I found out I could hit a golf ball out of the air really well.”

The trick shot racket helped keep the lights on, and Wesley Bryan kept chasing the dream on the mini-tours. He had a breakthrough in 2016, winning three times on the Web.com Tour to earn his PGA Tour card.

That momentum carried into 2017, when he posted three straight top-10 finishes in Florida before his win at the Heritage. He added a tie for third at the John Deere Classic in July and earned just south of $2.5 million for the season.

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10 WHO CAN WIN Dustin Johnson: The world’s No. 1 player and another Palmetto State native, Johnson hasn’t played the Heritage since 2009. Pete Dye’s tight, tree-lined gem doesn’t suit his game, but Johnson can win anywhere — especially with the home crowd behind him.

Brian Harman: Another player who has local ties, Harman is a Savannah native and former Players Amateur champion who gets big-time crowd support at Harbour Town. He plays well here, too, with top-10 finishes in 2014 and 2017.

Luke Donald: Donald has finished in the top three here seven times without winning, including runner-up finishes the past two years and three of the past four. But he can buy plenty of tartan jackets with the $3.765 million he has earned playing the Heritage.

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Jim Furyk: This year’s U.S. Ryder Cup captain has been battling injuries and the eternal march of time, but he could get right at Harbour Town. He won here in 2010 and 2015 and has five other top-10s, including a pair of runner-up finishes.

Patrick Cantlay: One of the PGA Tour’s young guns, the 25-year-old Cantlay earned his first PGA Tour win last fall and is off to a great start this season. He also tied for third here last year in his first start at Harbour Town.

William McGirt: Born and raised in North Carolina before playing at Wofford, McGirt seems at home at Harbour Town. He has three top-10 finishes here in the past four years, including a tie for third in 2017.

Brian Gay: Gay still holds the tournament records for 72-hole score and margin of victory from his blitzing of the field in 2009. After several lackluster starts here since, he tied for sixth last year.

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Matt Kuchar: Kuchar seems to have figured out Harbour Town. The 2014 Heritage champ had his streak of three straight top-10 finishes here snapped last year, however, when he tied for 11th.

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Boo Weekley: The PGA Tour’s favorite country boy won his first two starts at Harbour Town in 2007 and 2008 — and won all of our hearts.

He hasn’t finished in the top 10 here since 2012.

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Kevin Kisner: The Aiken native and former University of Georgia standout almost claimed a tartan jacket of his own in 2015 before losing a playoff with Jim Furyk. He proved his strong play here wasn’t a one-off with a tie for 11th last year.

Darren Clarke of Northern Ireland won The Open Championship in 2011 at Royal St George's and also captained Europe's Ryder Cup team at Hazeltine in 2016.

In 2005, he finished runner up in The Heritage. Clarke’s charitable foundation helps further junior golf in Ireland and raises money for breast cancer awareness.

He’s also the owner of Darren Clarke’s Tavern on Hilton Head Island, an old-world, golf-themed tavern specializing in steaks and Irish-inspired cuisine.

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Master of the greens JOHN FARRELL TALKS SEA PINES, HERITAGE PREP AND MORE

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pend time with John Farrell and you’ll quickly see that more than three decades in the Lowcountry have loosened the soil around this sharp-witted Yankee's roots.

But if the conversation turns to Sea Pines Resort, where Farrell has been employed as a golf professional since 1989, the tone turns more earnest.

A native of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, who fell in love with the game of golf at a young age, Farrell found his way to Hilton Head Island as quickly as he could and began working at Shipyard Golf Club. He landed at Sea Pines as the head pro at the Plantation Club and has worked for the resort ever since, becoming the head pro at Harbour Town Golf Links in 1991 and director of golf for the resort in 2006.

Farrell is proud of the work he and the rest of the staff in Sea Pines do every day, and never more so than during the RBC Heritage Presented

by Boeing, when everyone pulls together to throw the biggest party of the year.

Farrell took a break from his Heritage preparations to reflect on his career, the changing state of the golf industry, and the best week of the year.

On the Goodwin family, whose Riverstone Group acquired the Sea Pines Resort in 2005: “It’s almost like lightning has struck twice in the same place.

[Great golf] was Charles Fraser’s vision first, which looking back on it almost seems divinely inspired, and then to have it strike again with owners who love and respect the game so much. They think you should take your hat off and stick your hand out when you complete a game. They’re traditionalists.”

On how the golf industry has changed during his career: “It used to be the demand almost exceeded the supply with regard to rounds. It’s a very competitive market now and people have a lot more options for how to spend their discretionary money. We have owners who have gone the opposite direction from a lot of our competitors. Instead of cutting costs, we’ve tried to add elements that no one else has, and that’s what sets us apart. We have fewer rounds played than in the ’80s but we’re after quality not quantity, and that shows up in pace of play, divots and course conditions.”

On the biggest professional challenge he faces: “We’re always looking for talent. There are a lot of different touchpoints at the resort — we call it ‘from the gate to the grave.’ You touch a lot of different people from the moment you go through that gate. Assembling a team of like-minded people who have servants’ hearts is probably the greatest challenge, but it’s also the greatest joy when it starts clicking.”

On his professional goals: “We try to give a private club golf experience at a semi-private resort. We’re trying to make everyone feel like it’s a bucketlist day. I’ve got to realize everyone who walks through that door has on an outfit they picked out six months ago. The minute you lose sight of that moment, you’re backing up, and that’s not fair to the guests.”

On his role during Heritage week: “A big part of my report card is the success of retail sales operation. I also have my hand in guest relations, which for us is internal and external marketing. I make sure the players, sponsors, and support staff have what they need. During tournament week, if I’m scrambling, I didn’t prepare properly.”

On how special Harbour Town is: “The intimacy of this venue is pretty well-documented.

When we announced the plans for a major renovation, even though it had everything to do with improving course conditions and really nothing to do with changing the shot values or the personality of the course, the PGA Tour players came and said, ‘Please don’t change the Mona Lisa.’ It’s more about brains than brawn. They love it, and I love that they love it.”

On his tips for spectators: “Go where you haven’t gone before. Holes 10, 16, 17, and 18 are wonderful, but anybody who goes out to the No. 2 green and the No. 3 tee or the No. 6 green and the No. 7 tee says, ‘Why haven’t I ever been out here?’”

On something not many people know about him: “I love to cook. I grew up as one of nine children, so the more the merrier. I just like having a lot of people around. I’m not saying I’m particularly good at it, but I enjoy it.”

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››Sports | Heritage: Then & Now

Cheers to 50 years

Spectators Now: More than 130,000 in 2017

A LOOK AT THE HERITAGE, THEN AND NOW

Then: About 3,000 per day.

BY JUSTIN JARRETT

TICKET PRICES

ARNOLD PALMER AND CHARLES FRAZIER

Then: For the full week tickets cost $20 – $150

TELEVISION COVERAGE

TOURNAMENT DATES

Then: The first four editions of the Heritage were played over Thanksgiving weekend. In 1973, the tournament was moved to September, and then a spring spot in 1974.

Now: With the exception of 2011, the Heritage has been played the week after the Masters every year since 1983.

Then: The Heritage was first televised in 1973 on NBC. CBS bought the rights to the tournament in 1975.

Now: This year, the tournament will include 15 hours of live coverage on The Golf Channel and CBS and an additional 15 hours of live streaming via PGA Tour Live, plus six hours of replays on Thursday and Friday. The tournament will be broadcast in 23 languages to 227 countries, reaching more than 1 billion households around the world.

the et r o k F w: ek tic e from o N l we ng ful ces ra 275 pri 75 – $ $1

PRO-AM PRICES Then: A spot in the inaugural pro-am would set you back $225 — less than it costs to play a single round at Harbour Town today — and included four guest badges.

Now: This year’s tournament will include three pro-am opportunities: the Monday Pro-Am Presented by Boeing, $14,000 per foursome; the Wednesday RBC Heritage Pro-Am, $26,000 per foursome; and the new Tartan Invitational at Atlantic Dunes, $10,000 per foursome or $2,750 per individual.

Population

Now: About 40,000 the highest since 1862, when it was home to Union troops and escaped slaves during the Civil War

Then: About 2,000

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TOTAL PURSE

WINNER’S SHARE

VOLUNTEERS

Then: $100,000 — the equivalent of $770,000 today Now: $6.7 million

Then: $20,000 Now: $1.206 million

Then: About 100 Now: More than 1,200

Sources: Rich Thomas; Simon Fraser of the Heritage Classic Foundation; “History of Heritage” by Terry Bunton; RBCHeritage.com

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25 COMMUNITIES IN THE LOWCOUNTRY & C OA STA L G EO R G I A

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oastal South Carolina and coastal Georgia are home to many of the country’s top 100 private residential golf communities, as rated by Links magazine.

From Sea Pines to Savannah Harbor, the area is ripe with lush greens just waiting for hackers.

Two of the most iconic and most visited historic towns in the U.S., Savannah and Charleston, draw millions of tourists, and Hilton Head Island does pretty well, too.

Many play golf while visiting, and some decide they want to retire to the Lowcountry. The mild climate, dramatic marsh vistas, live oaks, palm trees and the availability of vast tracts of affordable land all favored development of high-end residential communities centered around golf.

On Hilton Head Island, Sea Pines was one of the first and, at that time, most innovative planned golf communities on the East Coast. Visionary developer Charles Fraser worked with talented planners, architects, landscapers and builders who eventually branched out on their own. They continued to apply the knowledge they acquired during these pioneer years, and the results can be seen today in upscale golf communities throughout the island, in Bluffton and in Northern Beaufort County.

Here are 25 top golf communities close to home.

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South Carolina Belfair Bluffton, Sc

East Course | Par 71 | Yardage 6936 | Private West Course | Par 72 | Yardage 7111 | Private Featuring two courses considered to be among noted designer Tom Fazio’s best work, Belfair’s two tracks provide championship golf with completely differing personalities. The East is reminiscent of a Scottish links course, while the West, the original home of the Players Amateur, accentuates the best of the Lowcountry and features one of the finest finishing holes in the area.

843-757-0715 | belfair1811.com

Callawassie Island Okatie, Sc Dogwood Course | Par 36 Yardage 3501 | Private Magnolia Course | Par 36 Yardage 3564 | Private Palmetto Course | Par 36 Yardage 3443 | Private Callawassie Island has a unique setup with three nine-hole courses, all designed by Tom Fazio. The Dogwood Course features beautiful marsh vistas, the Magnolia Course puts even the longest hitters to the test, and the Palmetto Course requires a strategic approach to avoid ample water hazards.

843-987-2125 | callawassieisland.com

Berkeley Hall Bluffton, Sc

Crescent Pointe Bluffton, Sc

North Course | Par 72 | Yardage 7148 | Private South Course | Par 72 | Yardage 7254 | Private

Par 71 | Yardage 6773 | Public

Berkeley Hall claims to be the lowest-density private club in the Southeast, with an average of 5.3 home sites per hole. The result is a tranquil setting that allows designer Tom Fazio’s work to shine. The North Course features elevation changes that are rare in the Lowcountry, while the South’s tree-lined fairways and contoured green complexes provide a different type of challenge.

843-815-8444 | berkeleyhallclub.com

Chechessee Creek Club Okatie, Sc

The only public course in the area designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer, Crescent Pointe features wide fairways and challenging approaches to elevated green complexes. Gorgeous marsh views and live oak, pine, and magnolia stands give the layout a distinctly Lowcountry feel.

843-706-2600 | crescentpointegolf.com

Fripp Island Northern Beaufort County, Sc

Par 70 | Yardage 6641| Private

Ocean Creek Course | Par 71 | Yardage 6586 Ocean Point Course | Par 72 | Yardage 6556

Although it opened in 2000, Chechessee Creek Club feels like a throwback to a bygone era of golf. The Ben Crenshaw-designed course is short by today’s standards, rewarding strategic shot-making over pure power, and the secluded setting nestled among mature pines and live oaks evokes a nostalgic feel.

843-987-7000 | chechesseecreekclub.com

You can’t go wrong with either course on Fripp Island, both of which features breathtaking views of the island’s natural beauty. Ocean Point came first in 1964, designed by noted Augusta architect George Cobb, and was renovated and modernized in 1996. Davis Love III and Paul Cowley worked together on Ocean Creek, which opened in 1995 and features sweeping views of salt marshes and plenty of wildlife. Private and available to resort guests.

843-838-1558 | frippislandresort.com

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Colleton River Bluffton, Sc

Dye Course | Par 72 | Yardage 7403 | Private Nicklaus Course | Par 72 | Yardage 7085 | Private Colleton River’s two championship courses are consistently rated among the best in the state, and the club also features a nine-hole par-3 course. The links style of the Dye Course might make a golfer think they’re playing the British Open if not for the Lowcountry weather, and the Nicklaus Course features a stunning stretch of holes on the back nine, finishing on a peninsula flanked by the Colleton River.

843-836-4400 | colletonriverclub.com

Hampton Hall

Hilton Head Lakes

One of the most playable of renowned designer Pete Dye’s works, Hampton Hall features an open design that is accessible to golfers of all experience and skill levels. Five sets of tees stretch from 4,454 yards to 7,503 from the tips, and the par-4 18th is one of the area’s best finishing holes.

843-815-8720 hamptonhallsc.com

The newest 18-hole championship course in the Lowcountry, The Golf Club at Hilton Head Lakes is designed to accommodate players of all experience and skill levels. The Tommy Fazio design plays a whopping 7,300 yards from the tips but has four other sets of tees, as well as a par-3 course and a full-service practice facility.

843-784-5253 hiltonheadlakes.com

Bluffton, Sc Par 72 | Yardage 7503 | Private

Bluffton, Sc Par 72 | Yardage 7300 | Public

Haig Point Daufuskie Island, Sc

Dataw Island Club

Northern Beaufort County, Sc Cotton Dike Course | Par 72 | Yardage 6787 | Private Morgan River Course | Par 72 | Yardage 6657 | Private Both of Dataw Island’s championship courses — Tom Fazio’s Cotton Dike Course and Arthur Hills’ Morgan River Course — have been renovated in the past seven years, elevating the profile of one of the Beaufort area’s finest golf communities even higher. Almost every hole on the Cotton Dike Course is flanked by marsh or Jenkins Creek, while massive stands of live oaks on the Morgan River Course reward accuracy and execution.

843-838-3838 | dataw.com

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Par 72 | Yardage 7380 | Private Only accessible by boat, Daufuskie Island is home to Haig Point Club, which uniquely features 29 holes of championship golf. The club’s Rees Jones signature course has 20 holes – golfers have two options at Nos. 8 and 17 — and has landed on plenty of “best of” lists, including an appearance on Golf Magazine’s “Top 100 in the World.” The Osprey Course is a par-36 track that is perfect for getting in a quick nine.

843-341-8155 | haigpoint.com

South Carolina Hilton Head Plantation Hilton Head, Sc

Indigo Run Hilton Head, Sc

Three of Hilton Head Plantation’s four courses are the work of noted designer Rees Jones, including the challenging layout at Country Club of Hilton Head, which has hosted a pair of U.S. Open local qualifiers. The exception is Dolphin Head Golf Club, a Gary Player design renovated by local architect Clyde Johnston in 2010. While the Country Club of Hilton Head is a fully private club, the plantation’s other three courses are semi-private, offering memberships as well as tee times to the public.

843-681-8800 | hiltonheadplantation.com

Indigo Run features two Jack Nicklaus designs – the private Golf Club and the semi-private Golden Bear Golf Club. The Golf Club was the first course Nicklaus designed with his son, Jack Nicklaus II, and has a throwback feel reminiscent of Augusta National or a traditional U.S. Open venue, as well as a state-of-the-art practice facility. Golden Bear favors strategy over strength, with ample bunkers and water hazards requiring smart shot-making.

843-689-7300 | indigoruncoa.com

Dolphin Head Golf Club | Par 72 | Yardage 6606 | Semi-Private Bear Creek Golf Club | Par 72 | Yardage 6804 | Semi-Private Oyster Reef Golf Club | Par 72 | Yardage 7014 | Semi-Private Country Club of Hilton Head | Par 72 | Yardage 6919 | Private

The Golf Club | Par 72 | Yardage 7110 | Private Golden Bear | Par 72 | Yardage 7014 | Semi-Private

Long Cove Club

Hilton Head, Sc Par 71 | Yardage 7094 | Private Another Pete Dye masterpiece, Long Cove Club is consistently rated among the state’s best courses and was recently named No. 19 among Goflweek’s Top 100 Residential Courses in the U.S. The beautiful setting among live oaks, towering pines, and salt marsh vistas is matched by the caliber of play required to conquer the course, which is why it plays host to the annual Darius Rucker Intercollegiate featuring the nation’s best collegiate women’s teams.

843-686-1070 | longcoveclub.com

Moss Creek Hilton Head, Sc Devil’s Elbow North | Par 72 Yardage 6510 | Private

Devil’s Elbow South | Par 72 Yardage 6878 | Private Two of the Lowcountry’s older courses, the Fazio designs at Moss Creek don’t play as long as some of the more modern tracks, but they are just as challenging. The longer Devil’s Elbow South Course provides plenty of trouble for golfers to contend with, as well as tight greens that demand accuracy. The North Course is short and tight with elevated greens that amplify the importance of the short game.

843-837-2229 | mosscreek-hiltonhead.com

Oldfield Okatie, Sc

Par 72 | Yardage 7142 | Private Greg Norman’s first design in the Lowcountry blends perfectly into Oldfield, which is a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary.

Wildlife such as alligators, cranes, and fox squirrels are common on the course, which demands golfers use every club in their bag. The back nine is especially challenging and offers plenty of risk/reward opportunities like the 12th, a short par-4 that is reachable from the tee for the bold.

843-645-4624 | oldfield1732.com

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Colleton River THE LOWCOUNTRY’S PRIVATE PENINSULA FOR WORLD-CLASS GOLF

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owcountry casual elegance lies at the base of Hilton Head’s bridge at Colleton River Club. This 1,500acre private community delivers on its promise of world-class golf, pristine natural surroundings; and a thriving, active and unique membership experience.

Courses from legendary Jack Nicklaus and famed architect Pete Dye span this peninsula community, creating a golfer’s paradise. Variety between the courses keeps the game interesting, even for those who frequent both. The Nick is challenging yet playable in its lush signature style. The Dye, a links-style course, offers sweeping water views from 11 of the 18 holes, as well as small greens and pot bunkers that are common to a Dye course. The Bruce Borland, a 6-hole Par 3 is perfect for improving your short-game and enjoying with your children and grandchildren. The new, state-of-theart Practice Park and Learning Center deliver an unparalleled golfing amenity to the region. Pros, amateurs and beginners alike can fully enjoy every aspect of the game here.

With nature as the centerpiece, Colleton River Club’s 1,500 acres engulfs

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‘‘ THE BEST I

HAVE EVER

BUILT. —Pete Dye

60 Colleton River Dr., Bluffton, SC 843-836-4400 larryr@colletonriverclub.com colletonriverclub.com

A M E N ITI E S Pete Dye Signature Golf Course Jack Nicklaus Signature Course 2 Clubhouses State-Of-The-Art Practice Park Lifelong Learning Group Sweeping Water Views Golf Learning Center Fitness Center & Spa Tennis Club Art Program Aquatics Complex

ACCOLA DE S Golf Magazine - One of the Top 100 Greatest Courses in the U.S. Golf Digest - Top 20 Holes in South Carolina (#15) Site of the 2015 US Junior Amateur Championship

you in pure Lowcountry serenity, with Spanish moss-draped live oaks and palmetto trees lining roadways. Trails wind through a blend of uniquely beautiful homes, natural terrain and 7 miles of expansive water and marsh views. The peninsula is also anchored by adjoining Victoria Bluff, an 1,100-acre nature preserve.

Several dining options are offered, from formal to casual. The Fitness Center, Tennis Club, Lifelong Learning Group, Colleton Cares and an art program keep you busy, while events from oyster roasts to the memorable July 4th weekend ensure a full social calendar.

Location is everything! Hilton Head is just over the bridge, with shopping, dining and beautiful beaches only minutes from the community’s front gate.

If you seek history and culture, take a quick 30-minute trip to Savannah for world-renowned historic southern scenery, or Beaufort, one of Southern Living’s “Best Small Towns in the South.” Known for its Antebellum architecture and oak draped streets, the No. 1-ranked city of Charleston is an easy day trip when you call Colleton River home.

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Palmetto Bluff Bluffton, Sc Par 72 | Yardage 7171 | Public

May River Golf Club’s Jack Nicklaus signature course is one of the area’s most challenging layouts, thanks to elevated greens that test the short game. The setting is unmatched, winding through centuries-old live oak forests and along the banks of the splendid May River, and the course conditioning is always impeccable.

843-706-6580 | palmettobluffresort.com

Sea Pines Resort Hilton Head, Sc

Harbour Town Golf Links | Par 71 | Yardage 7099 | Semi-Private Atlantic Dunes | Par 72 | Yardage 7010 | Semi-Private Heron Point | Par 72 | Yardage 7035 | Semi-Private Sea Pines Country Club | Par 72 | Yardage 6383 | Private The father of Hilton Head golf, The Sea Pines Resort is still the granddaddy of them all. Harbour Town Golf Links, home of the RBC Heritage, is the highest-profile of the four championship courses within the resort, but Pete Dye oversaw a recent renovation to make Heron Point more player-friendly, resulting in South Carolina Course of the Year honors in 2015, and Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III was voted the national Course of the Year by the National Golf Course Owners’ Association last year. While the three resort courses are open to the public, Sea Pines Country Club is private.

843-842-8484 | seapines.com

Spring Island Okatie, Sc Par 72 | Yardage 7135 | Private

Palmetto Dunes Hilton Head, Sc

Opened in 1992, Old Tabby Links was designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay to play off the rugged natural environment of Spring Island. The course weaves through nature preserve and feels more like a pastoral setting than a private residential club. A 2012 restoration project renewed the course’s strategic value by widening fairways to offer alternative angles of attack.

843-987-2200 | springisland.com

Arthur Hills | Par 72 | Yardage 6918 | Public George Fazio | Par 70 | Yardage 6873 | Public Robert Trent Jones | Par 72 | Yardage 7005 | Public Palmetto Dunes features three of the area’s finest courses, and all are open to the public but are in top-notch condition usually reserved for private clubs. The Robert Trent Jones Course probably is the most famous, in large part because of the view of the Atlantic Ocean from the par-5 10th. The George Fazio Course is one of the Lowcountry’s most challenging, featuring only two par-5s. The Arthur Hills Course is the community’s best-kept secret, a rolling layout with dramatic elevation changes.

843-785-1136 | palmettodunes.com

Palmetto Hall Hilton Head, Sc

Wexford Plantation Hilton Head, Sc

Whether you’re looking for a traditional layout or a modern, quirky course, you can find it at Palmetto Hall. The Arthur Hills Course is classic Lowcountry golf, forcing players to navigate treelined fairways and avoid bunkers to reach the greens. The Robert Cupp Course is one of the most unique and innovative designs in the area that provides a fun test for every golfer. Semi-private.

843-342-2582 | palmettohallcc.com

Originally opened in 1983, Wexford underwent a major renovation by legendary golfer and designer Arnold Palmer in 2011. The redesign opened up the course and created more strategic options to reach the challenging green complexes. The new layout combined with immaculate conditions have landed Wexford on Golfweek’s Top 100 Residential Golf Courses list each of the past four years.

843-686-8810 | wexfordplantation.com

Arthur Hills Course | Par 72 | Yardage 6918 | Semi-Private Robert Cupp Course | Par 72 | Yardage 7079 | Semi-Private

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Par 72 | Yardage: 6913 | Private

Georgia

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The Landings Club Savannah, Ga

Marshwood Course | Par 72 | Yardage 6904 | Private Magnolia Course | Par 72 | Yardage 6891 | Private Plantation Course | Par 72 | Yardage 6837 | Private Palmetto Course | Par 72 | Yardage 6941 | Private Oakridge Course | Par 72 | Yardage 6603 | Private Deer Creek Course | Par 72 | Yardage 7094 | Private Savannah’s largest club gives members access to six private 18-hole championship courses, including two Arnold Palmer designs (Marshwood and Magnolia) and two Arthur Hills tracks (Palmetto and Oakridge). Tom Fazio’s Deer Creek Course is the site of the new Savannah Golf Championship Web.com Tour event.

912-598-8050 | landingsclub.com

The Ford Plantation Richmond Hill, Ga Par 72 | Yardage 7409 | Private

The luxurious community features a Pete Dye signature course that the legendary designer recreated in 2014. The course is more playable than some of Dye’s diabolical creations, but the greens are still a challenge for the experienced player. The front nine plays like a parkland course, while the back nine is a links style layout where the howling wind can play havoc.

912-756-2742 | fordplantation.com

Savannah Quarters Pooler, Ga Par 72 | Yardage 7066 | Private

Savannah Quarters features a top-notch golf learning center, and the Greg Norman signature course has hosted big events such as the NAIA Women’s Golf National Championship. The course is long enough to test the best players, but with six sets of tees it can accommodate everyone from beginners to pros.

912-450-2700 | savannahquarters.com

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It’s an easy walk to our white sand beach Enjoy the oceanfront Shipyard Beach Club Play championship golf and tennis venues Southern hospitality at a world-class resort hotel Bikers and joggers appreciate picturesque trails Close to restaurants and shopping

If you’re searching for good neighbors, fun activities and a great beach, Shipyard is where you should drop anchor!

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erfectly situated between Hilton Head, Savannah and Charleston, you’ll find Dataw Island, one of South Carolina’s hidden gems. Off the beaten path and surrounded by nature, yet close to the beach, shopping, history, and fine and performing arts.

Dataw Island is a gated golf, tennis and boating community where members are very active in social and sporting activity, as well as in philanthropic ventures.

A true island, you’ll find breathtaking vistas at every turn – on the courses, from the Club, the pool, and especially... from your back porch. Homes are deliberately situated to feature water or golf views or both—plus close ties to a rich history, dating back 6000+ years to the island’s early Native American residents on through to the Plantation Era, ruins from which can still be toured onsite today.

Members of Dataw Island enjoy scenic golf courses by Tom Fazio and Arthur Hills challenging enough for the avid golfer, yet accessible for those just learning.

This private club neighborhood also features world-class tennis facilities (named a “Top Tennis Facility” this past fall by USTA, one of four private clubs to receive the honor); impeccably-maintained croquet lawns; 24-hour security; docks for

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DATAW ISLAND CLUB IN SOUTH CAROLINA

IS ONE OF THE FIRST, AND REMAINS ONE

OF THE FINEST, MASTER PLANNED

COMMUNITIES IN THE

SOUTHEAST. —Tom Fazio

121 Dataw Drive, Beaufort, SC 29920 843-838-3838 datawinfo@islc.net dataw.com

AMENITIES 36 Holes of Golf, by Tom Fazio (Cotton Dike course) and Arthur Hills (Morgan River course) 8 Har-tru tennis courts (half of which are lit for night play) 2 Impeccably-Maintained Croquet Lawns 2 Bocce Courts 3 Community Docks (one with brandnew kayak launch and storage) Indoor Pool for Lap Swimming New Resort-Style Zero-Entry Outdoor Pool (Saline; Heated and Cooled) Fitness Center 24-Hour Manned Security Gate with Concierge-Style Service Yoga Studio Art Studio

crabbing, launching kayaks, and catching a sunset or sunrise; Fitness Center; yoga and art studios; and, indoor and outdoor swimming pools (don’t miss the new resort-style pool overlooking the water!

With a zero-entry design, saltwater, and heating and cooling, it’s a relaxing destination year-round.)

In the northern part of Beaufort County, Dataw is just outside the historic city of Beaufort – home to the University of South Carolina Center for the Arts and full of historic allure, excellent dining, festivals and markets, and a year-round climate in which to enjoy it all. Beaufort has rightly earned its mark as Southern Living’s “Best Small Town”; Coastal Living Magazine “Happiest Seaside Town”; and Field & Stream’s “Top 20 Fishing Town.”

Dataw itself has been recognized as “Top 100 Private Golf Community”

by Travel+Leisure; the Beaufort Gazette awarded Dataw the “Best Golf Course,”“Best Golf Pro,” and “Best Tennis Instructor”; and, the island has been recognized for fantastic water views, health & wellness, kayaking, and golf by ideal-Living Magazine, as well as numerous other awards and honors.

If you feel lured by the Lowcountry, you’d be well-advised to “short list” Dataw Island as an option for living the life you’ll love. Dataw Island: created by nature, and reserved for you!

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SPRING FASHION SPRING IN THE LOWCOUNTRY MEANS THE RBC HERITAGE OF GOLF, TIME AT THE BEACH AND MAKING MEMORIES WITH FRIENDS. COMFORT AND STYLE ARE LOWCOUNTRY TRADITIONS DURING THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SEASON OF THE YEAR.

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THANK YOU Monthly would like to thank the following people for sharing their gorgeous venues, iconic vehicles and plentiful talent during the April fashion shoot:

The Sea Pines Resort

Spanning the southern third of Hilton Head Island and spanning 5,000 oceanfront acres, The Sea Pines Resort has been a quiet retreat for more than 50 years. The community is most famous for its four championship golf courses, including the Harbour Town Golf Links, home of the PGA Tour’s annual RBC Heritage. Sea Pines is also home to the world-recognized Harbour Town Marina and its landmark red-and-whitestriped lighthouse. Sea Pines has a lush, 605-acre forest preserve, access to five miles of Atlantic Ocean beaches, more than 100 tennis courts, two security gates and numerous swimming pools.

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

Located mid-island, the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa is an AAA Four Diamond award-winning beach front resort. Completely renovated recently, the resort has a pristine beach, courtyard with three pools and the full-service Heavenly Spa. More than 37,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space includes 19 meeting rooms, a 13,200 square-foot Grand Ballroom, a 5,800 square-foot dedicated beach front event deck and the glass-enclosed Grand Ocean Terrace.

Circle Of Life Plant Interiors & Rentals/ Gardenias Event Floral

The creative team at Circle Of Life Plant Interiors & Rentals/ Gardenias Event Floral arranged the beautiful greenery wall and foliage arrangements at the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. Krisztian Lonyai We would especially like to thank Krisztian Lonyai for his creativity, bouyant spirit and his incredible photography.

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MODELS Toby McSwain

Director of Safety Security and Transportation at Sea Pines CSA

Angela V. McSwain

Marketing & Communications Director Heritage Classic Foundation

Sir William Innes

Ambassador RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing

Courtney Wright Bailey

Fashion and Accessories Buyer

Sawyer Blakley Costello Kindergarten Student

Breitani Turner

English Teacher, Richland District 2-Columbia, S.C.

Daniela Parli

Student at USC-Columbia majoring in Biochemistry

Tim Huesing

7th Grade Teacher at Hilton Head Middle School

Trunk Show April 4 & 5

Finn Sweeney

5th Grade Student

Peter Millar Representative James Blaikie will be on hand to assist with fit and selection.

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››Local reads

Good reads by local authors

PHOTO COURTESY OF MEMORY LANE PORTRAITS

BY ANNE FELDMAN

“Deceit, Disappearance & Death on Hilton Head Island”

By Charlie Ryan and Pamela Martin Ovens

“Deceit, Disappearance & Death on Hilton Head Island” is available online at Amazon and singlestar.us, as well as locally at Pretty Papers, By Hand Ink, Pyramids, Markel’s Card & Gift Shop, The Store, Poseidon, Boat House Grill, J. Banks Design, Grayco, and Gifted.

Deceit, Disappearance & Death on Hilton Head Island

Charlie Ryan

with Pamela Martin Ovens

It was the story of the decade: A well-to-do Hilton Head Island couple vanished without a trace. Ten years later, there are still few clues in the mysterious disappearance of Elizabeth and John Calvert — and even less is known for certain about the involvement of their accountant, Dennis Gerwing, believed to be the last person to see the couple alive.

“Deceit, Disappearance and Death on Hilton Head Island” is an unvarnished look at the case, offering a quick review of the facts. Based on compiled reports from those who knew them best and police investigators, as well as coverage in local newspaper The Island Packet and national media, the book makes it easy to see why the case made headlines locally and around the country.

The Calverts epitomized the good life, splitting their time between Atlanta, Savannah and 40-foot yacht, Yellow Jacket. John Calvert lived full-time on the boat, while attorney Liz traveled between Harbour Town and her Savannah law firm. Hilton Head was their special place; the well-liked couple owned several island businesses, including the company that operated Harbour Town Yacht Basin.

Gerwing, CFO for The Club Group, which managed the Calverts’ finances, was also well-respected in the community. When he was named a person of interest in the rapidly evolving case, many in the area were caught by surprise. But the investigation also uncovered unsavory details that didn’t fit his mild-mannered persona, including ties to escorts and gambling. His suicide — and the gruesome method he used — the week after the Calverts’ disappearance raised even more questions.

“We hope the book will help solve this mystery,” said co-author Pamela Martin Ovens. “Someone knows something, and we hope they will come forward.”

The tightly composed version of this true-crime story is hard to put down. As events shifted and the investigation unfolded, new players were discovered. What came to light is this astounding account of the explosive story.

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“Beyond the Castle: A Guide to Discovering Your Happily Ever After”

By Jody Jean Dreyer Find your magic: “We all want the fairy tale, a story alive with adventure, fantasy, fireworks. But most of us feel stuck in everyday routines, devoid of magical moments,” said author Jody Jean Dreyer. “Finding our own happily ever after isn’t magic. It’s found in discovering more of our purpose, telling our story … uncovering the joy of happily ever after.”

Discover the secrets of 30-year Disney veteran Dreyer, from her first job in guest relations to working with top leadership at Walt Disney Motion Pictures — Disney principles applicable to life and career, and how to embark on life’s great journey."

“Beyond the Castle” is available online at Amazon and zondervan.com.

“The Eighth Round”

“Healthy Laughter for Seniors”

By Pearce W. Hammondx When it comes to a “magic pill,” laughter may just be it. Laughter is universal. It transcends age, culture and language, and when you laugh, you unleash physical, emotional and mental health benefits for yourself and people around you.

“I wrote this book to make people laugh because what the world needs now, more than ever, is more laughter,” says Okatie author Pearce W. Hammond. “We don’t laugh because we’re happy, we’re happy because we laugh.”

Studies show a good laugh relieves stress and pain, boosts immune systems, reduces blood pressure, and stimulates the mind. Laughter may truly be the best medicine.

“Healthy Laughter for Seniors” is available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

By Zeke Wilson In 2000, Zeke Wilson, a former heavyweight boxer, promoter and Marine from St. Helena Island, found himself fighting a unique legal battle that would transform racial discrimination law, specifically same-race discrimination throughout the nation.

"If we want future generations to enjoy true freedom and equality, we must fight to wipe out injustice at every level,” Wilson said. “We cannot teach our children to accept injustice or hate its perpetrators, but to take a positive, active stance in ensuring the future of the American people is characterized by equality of opportunity — regardless of color, race, ancestry, belief, or lifestyle preference."

Wilson examines that fight in his book with honesty and clarity. His book is available online at Amazon and theeighthround.com.

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Overcoming Opioids

THE LOWCOUNTRY TAKES ON OPIOID ADDICTION

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS AND CAROL WEIR

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ason* didn’t realize his girlfriend had a problem until she forgot to lock the bathroom door one day at their apartment in Bluffton. He walked in on Katie* — the mother of his 1-year-old daughter and 3-year-old son — injecting herself with heroin. Now he knew why the past year had been so chaotic for the family. Katie, 31, had been fired from her job as the supervisor of a company that provides housekeeping services for resort rentals on Hilton Head Island. She also owed thousands of dollars to Hilton Head Hospital after being admitted several times with strange symptoms she claimed were allergic reactions.

“This all started when she hurt her back at work in 2015 and started using painkillers,” Jason said. “I had no idea she had moved on to heroin.”

But the family’s story could have a happy ending —Katie recently checked

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WHERE TO GET HELP Beaufort County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Department Services 4819 Bluffton Parkway Suite 303, Bluffton 843-255-6020 Narcotics Anonymous YANA Club of Hilton Head Island 107 Mathews Drive Yanaclub.com

into a private treatment center near Myrtle Beach. They’re not the only ones battling addiction issues in the Lowcountry: Local officials and health care providers say Beaufort County has been hit hard by the opioid crisis sweeping the country.

In Beaufort County, 24 people died of a drug overdose in 2017 — triple the number of such deaths in both 2015 and 2016.

This is more than the past two years combined and many more than the number of deaths due to homicides. Two-thirds of the Beaufort County deaths occurred in the greater Bluffton area.

County records show that 17 of those deaths were related to fentanyl, a synthetic opioid 100 times more powerful than morphine and 50 times more potent than heroin; or carfentanil, a tranquilizer used on large animals that had not been tracked before 2016. Carfentanil is so strong that

even trace amounts are a danger to first responders who treat overdose victims.

In February, the county filed a lawsuit against drug companies, distributors and physicians — including Johnson & Johnson and McKesson Corporation, four anonymous Beaufort County physicians and five anonymous local clinics. The county joins dozens of other government entities that have launched similar battles and claims the defendants were aware narcotic medications were addictive but didn’t warn prescribers and patients.The suit seeks restitution for economic losses the county incurred due to the opioid crisis, such as money spent by the Sheriff’s Office, Coroner’s Office and EMS. Opioid addiction affects Lowcountry residents of all ages. Lynn Geiger, a clinical psychologist on Hilton Head Island, said formerly most opioid addicts were

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men in their 50s and older who became addicted to painkillers.

“There has been a shift to men ages 25 to 35, some of whom have addictions to painkillers and others who have addictions to heroin,” she said. “Each of these groups have increasingly shifted their drug use to fentanyl or other medicines laced with fentanyl, because these are inexpensive and not difficult to obtain. These drugs are incredibly lethal.”

Heath care professionals say addicts get access to opiods in a variety of ways — some are prescribed the drugs for legitimate reasons, then become addicted; others get pills from their friends, steal from friends’ and family’s medicine cabinets, buy the drugs online or, increasingly, turn to drugs bought off the street.

Activists are calling for more treatment locations, higher criminal penalties for drug dealers, increased public education and an expanded system that monitors opioid prescriptions including morphine, hydrocodone, oxycodone, methadone and buprenorphine. They are also urging doctors to use non-narcotic methods to manage patients’ pain. In 2016, state residents received nearly 5 million opioid prescriptions — roughly one prescription per person for the state's 4.931 million residents. In December 2017, Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency due to the opioid epidemic and issued restrictions on the number of days opioids can be prescribed for post-operative patients who receive Medicaid or participate in the state employee health plan administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield.

So far this year, two deaths caused by opioid overdose have been reported in Beaufort County. At the Lowcountry Alliance for Healthy Youth’s community forum on Hilton Head in January, Beaufort County Coroner Ed Allen said this of opiods: "One death is one too many."

In February, Congregation Beth Yam’s Social Action Committee held a forum on opioids. Dr. Ravi Srivastava, staff psychiatrist for Hilton Head Hospital and Beaufort Memorial Hospital, served on both forums and implored attendees to treat addiction as a medical illness, not a moral failing.

Kicking an opioid addiction, he said, is extremely difficult because withdrawal symptoms include pain, anxiety, cramps, runny eyes and a runny nose.

“People wish they were dead, but they never die from opioid withdrawals,” Srivastava said.

Many overdoses occur when addicts stop using for a time and then start again, not realizing that their tolerance for opioids has decreased. A medically assisted treatment plan including methadone or similar drugs can help manage withdrawl symptoms.

*Names and some identifying details have been changed to protect their identities.

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NATURAL REMEDIES CAN HELP EASE ALLERGIES

BY BECCA EDWARDS

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t’s ah-ah-choo, April, and the pollen has arrived in full force. For many allergy sufferers, that means doses of over-the-counter medications. But there could be a more holistic, natural approach to help curb your sniffling and sneezing. Try these alternatives:

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Diet

You probably already know that what you eat has a tremendous impact on how you feel and how your body performs. But many of us don’t always maintain a perfectly balanced, clean diet because we all have guilty pleasures. And if you battle allergies, you should limit or avoid altogether inflammatory foods like sugar, dairy and alcohol because they contribute to your symptoms. Some healthy foods can also affect your allergies: According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, even some “healthy” foods can trigger oral allergy syndrome, a condition linked to apples, tomatoes and cantaloupe. “Pollen and food proteins are like first cousins," said Dr. Cliff Bassett, founder of Allergy and Asthma Care in New York City, "so your body thinks you're swallowing pollen." Bassett recommends cooking and peeling these foods to reduce your reaction.

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Herbal Fire Tonic

Be warned: This brew is hard-core but effective. Made locally by April Lewis of The Herb Room, the concoction includes organic apple cider vinegar, white onion, turmeric, ginger, horseradish, garlic, habanero and lemon. As my white car turned a nice shade of ecru thanks to the pollen, I noticed my voice was becoming raspy. After a week of slugging a shot of this stuff once a day, I noticed a marked difference.

I suggest not taking it on an empty stomach; try chasing it with elderberry syrup — which Lewis also makes and can help build your immune system — to offset the pungent tang.

Becca Edwards is a wellness professional, freelance writer, and owner of b.e.WELL+b.e.CREATIVE (bewellbecreative.com).

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Local Honey

Though there is some conflicting data on the efficacy of this sweet treat, the Mayo Clinic reported that “honey has been studied as a cough suppressant and may have anti-inflammatory effects. In addition, some experts point out that honey can contain traces of flower pollen — an allergen.

And one treatment for allergies is repeated exposure to small amounts of allergens.”

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Herbal Tincture

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Probiotics

Lewis also makes power-packed tinctures.

I recently added her allergy-reducing, adrenal fatigue relief and anti-inflammatory tinctures to my daily routine. Each is made with a unique blend of time-tested, natural ingredients like echinacea, dandelion, cayenne, cinnamon and ginger. Unlike Lewis’ herbal fire tonic, these tinctures do not need to be chased with anything and are really quite delicious. Try a dropper full of each every morning before breakfast.

The Mayo Clinic also weighed in on the supplementation of probiotics: “There's evidence that probiotics might ease allergic disorders such as eczema and hay fever.” I advise all my wellness clients to take a probiotic daily and to eat fermented foods like kombucha, yogurt, kefir, kimchi and sauerkraut. Those who do often report a general reduction in inflammation.”

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Medical Milestone VOLUNTEERS IN MEDICINE CELEBRATES 25 YEARS

BY GINGER ALLEN | PHOTOS SUBMITTED BY VIM

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apping into the retired community brings unexpected benefits not only for the patient population but also for the retirees themselves. It provides them with an outlet for their years of experience and commitment to caring for others.

We know that the physicians, nurses and dentists are traditionally thought of as the caregivers and the patients as the care receivers. But every day, many times a day, that relationship is turned upside down at VIM on Hilton Head Island, and it is impossible to say who receives the most from the exchange.

"In fact, everyone is a winner — the patient and their families, the physicians, nurses and the entire community that we love to call home.” — Dr. Jack McConnell, founder of Volunteers in Medicine.

1992:

After a year and plenty of persistence, Dr. Jack McConnell persuades the South Carolina Legislature to create a special license for doctors volunteering in not-for-profit clinics, and receives full malpractice insurance from South Carolina’s Joint Underwriting Association for only $5,000 a year.

1993:

Volunteers in Medicine is incorporated and the first patient visits the VIM clinic, located at Hilton Head Hospital. The first clinic was for immunizations only. In its first year, VIM records 1,000 patient visits.

1994:

The Town of Hilton Head donates land, area residents contribute office and medical equipment, and patients volunteer their weekends to work on the building that would become the clinic. On June 9, 1994, the current clinic building was complete.

2004:

VIM’s patient population grows beyond the walls of its clinic. With help from several individuals and foundations, VIM purchases the McConnell Building to house VIM staff and its mental health team.

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MISSION The mission of the Volunteers in Medicine Clinic is to understand and serve the health and wellness needs of the medically underserved families who live or work on Hilton Head Island and Daufuskie islands.

VISION May we have eyes to see those rendered invisible and excluded, open arms and hearts to reach out and include them, healing hands to touch their lives with love, and in the process, heal ourselves.

2005:

The VIM diabetes team begins community outreach and VIM agrees to provide medical rotations for students at MUSC.

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2006:

VIM begins converting to an electronic medical records system and a patient navigator joins the staff to help patients understand the health care system.

2007:

VIM begins providing free mammograms and treatment to underserved women. Through a partnership with SouthCoast Health Imaging, VIM now provides about 800 screenings annually, significantly decreasing findings of advanced breast cancer among VIM’s patients. VIM also adds a weight loss clinic to its diabetes and hypertension programs.

2008: birthday.

2011:

VIM celebrates its 15th

The VIM dental clinic opens, handling 6,000 patient visits annually.

2013:

VIM launches a women’s heart health initiative after discovering that 97 percent of its female patients older than 35 either had hypertension or were at risk of developing it within seven years.

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2015:

VIM launches a wellness program to encourage wellness and prevention.

2017:

VIM is featured on NBC’s “Nightly News” in the “Inspiring America” segment, which concludes each nightly broadcast.

2018:

Dr. Jack dies in February at the age of 93. VIM celebrates its 25th anniversary. Today, about 650 volunteers help the clinic serve close to 30,000 patient visits annually across 23 medical specialties and five disease management clinics.

The VIM Hilton Head Island model has been replicated in 96 other free and charitable clinics nationwide. With a budget of about $2.3 million, VIM provides close to $13 million in health care and conservatively saves local hospitals $2.5 million in uncompensated emergency visits.

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CENTER OFFERS NEW TREATMENT FOR BACK PAIN The Fraum Chiropractic Life Center on Hilton Head Island now offers a new nonsurgical and drug-free treatment called DRX to treat debilitating back pain and sciatica.

The spinal decompression treatment was the subject of a recent article published in the peerreviewed Journal of Medicine, examining a study of patients at the Mayo Clinic with chronic low back pain. They were treated with DRX after trying other therapies. The DRX system proved to be more than 88 percent effective overall.

“The good news is that after six weeks of DRX treatment, roughly nine out of 10 had successful outcomes,” said Dr. Brad Fraum, founder of the Fraum Chiropractic Life Center.

LEUKEMIA AND LYMPHOMA FUNDRAISER HEART WALK STEPS OFF APRIL 28 Join the American Heart Association’s annual Palmetto Heart Walk & 5K Race to help support heart health. Walkers from across the community will step out to have fun, get inspired and support a meaningful cause. The fundraising goal for this year’s walk is $100,000, and the honoree is Ashley Young Melton, who died suddenly at the age of 27 shortly after giving birth. Melton suffered from rare but treatable peripartum cardiomyopathy, a form of heart failure that occurs during pregnancy or in the first few months after giving birth. The disease is difficult to detect because symptoms of heart failure — such as swelling in the feet and legs and shortness of breath — can mimic those of pregnancy.

Melton’s family will participate in the walk to help raise awareness of the disease and teach people to recognize the symptoms.

Leashed dogs are permitted and there will be a kids zone. The 1-mile walk, 5K walk and new 5K race will take place at Shelter Cove Community Park, with activities beginning at 8:30 a.m.

April 28 and the walk starting at 9:30 a.m. Registration is $30.

For more information or to register, call 843-540-6338, email carla.raines@heart.org or go to palmettoheartwalk.org.

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Brannon Sulka is representing Bluffton and Hilton Head in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Man and Women on the Year 2018 Competition. The event runs through April 13.

Brannon’s inspiration is her grandmother who was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at age 82.

Blood cancers are the third leading cancer killer of Americans. LLS’s mission is to “Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.” The nonprofit has contributed more than $1 billion to cancer research, and recently jumpstarted an initiative to create breakthroughs in the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia. In addition, LLS has provided over $240 million to support eligible blood cancer patient’s health insurance premiums and drug copays. To donate, go to: http://pages. mwoy.org/ga/savannah18/bsulka

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For 20 years, Memory Matters has focused on offering emotional support to those caring for patients with dementia, as well as day programs for dementia patients to give those caregivers a break. In 2018, the organization is expanding its mission to include overall brain health in an effort to help mitigate and, in some cases, avoid dementia diagnoses.

As part of this new initiative, Memory Matters will host a brain health summit April 25 at Hilton Head Island Beach & Tennis Resort, where experts will share insights about maintaining a healthy brain.

The keynote speaker will be Dr. Paul Nussbaum, a clinical neuropsychologist and adjunct professor of neurological surgery at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and author of “Save Your Brain.” Other speakers will include David Premo, a TEDxHHI speaker who will share his stroke-recovery journey; chef Kim Baretta, who will discuss healthy eating; Dr. Brittany Thomas with Horizon Rehabilitation, who will demonstrate muscle-building exercises; and Clayton Cooke, a certified music therapist.

The summit will run from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $45 a person and includes a Mediterranean-inspired breakfast and lunch. For information or to register, call Memory Matters at 843-842-6688 or go to www.memory-matters.org.

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2018

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SUMMER VACATION IS ALMOST HERE, AND WITH IT THE ANNUAL QUESTION FACED BY PARENTS: WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO WITH THE KIDS? WHETHER YOU NEED CARE FOR THEM WHILE YOU WORK, ARE LOOKING TO KEEP THEM ENTERTAINED FOR A WEEK OR TWO, OR JUST WANT TO GET CHILDREN OUT OF THE HOUSE FOR A FEW HOURS SO THEY DON’T SPEND THE WHOLE DAY PLAYING VIDEO GAMES OR WATCHING NETFLIX, THE LOWCOUNTRY HAS A GREAT SELECTION OF SUMMER CAMPS.

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Art, Dance & Theater

Kids ‘N’ Clay Camp: 10 a.m.-12:15 p.m. June 18-21, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island.

Students ages 7-12 will learn a variety of ceramic hand-building techniques including pinch, slab, coil, surface decoration and glazing. Pieces will be fired in the kiln on June 22 and will be available for pick-up in about a week. Cost is $115 and registration is required. 843-686-3945, ext. 205, aadams@ artshhi.com or artshhi.com.

Alliance Dance Academy: Sizzling Summer Session runs July 24-Aug. 2 with classes in creative movement, ballet, tap and tumbling for ages 2-8. Cheer/ Acro Workshop is July 30-Aug. 2 for ages 6 and older.

Hip-Hop Workshop is Aug. 6-9 for ages 6 and older.

Princess Camp is 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 6-10; each day will celebrate a different princess through crafts, reading, games and dance. Registration is open and space is limited. 843-757-8277, adabluffton@gmail.com or alliancedanceacademy.com.

Art Cafe Kids Night Out: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights, Art Cafe, 5 Lagoon Road. During Kids Night Out, your child will paint two pottery projects, play games and eat dinner with other kids in the community. While the kids are having fun, the adults can enjoy a relaxing night downstairs at Rockfish Seafood & Steaks at Bomboras. Reservations are required. 843-785-5525.

Bluffton Youth Theatre: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. MondayFriday, July 23-Aug. 3, Bluffton United Methodist Church, 101 Calhoun St., Bluffton. The theater will host a performance of “Shrek the Musical Jr.” for ages 5-17. Auditions for the program will be May 18. Every child who auditions for the program will receive a part. Dress rehearsals will be Aug. 6-8, with the performance Aug. 9-11 at Hilton Head Preparatory Academy’s Main Street Youth Theatre. 843-422-9660 or blufftonyouththeatre.org.

IDEA Studio Summer Camps: Weekly camps will be held June 11-July 23: 9 a.m.-noon for kindergarteners through third-graders and 1:30-4:30 p.m. for students in grades four through eight. All camps are held at IDEA Studio, 21 Mathews Drive, Suite 2, Hilton Head Island. IDEA Studio will offer alternating camps: Mixed-Up Masters Art Camp and Create with Clay Pottery Camp. Clay camps are $175 per week and art camps are $150 per week. An early bird discount applies to registrations received before May 18. 843342-5439 or www.scartstudio.com.

Mixed-Up Masterpieces Visual Arts Camp: 10 a.m.-12:15 p.m. for ages 6-8 and 12:45-3 p.m. for ages 9-13. Session 1 is June 11-15 and Session 2 is July 9-13, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. In this one-week camp, students will study folk and fine art from all around the world that will inspire both traditional and unusual 2-D and 3-D masterpieces. A mini-showcase exhibit/reception will be held on Friday. Cost is $110 and registration is required. 843-686-3945, ext. 205, aadams@ artshhi.com or artshhi.com.

“Passport to Other Cultures” Summer Art Camp: 9-11 a.m. June 11-15, June 18-22 and July 9-13, Society of Bluffton Artists.

For ages 8-13. Led by SoBA artists Patricia Diemand and Lori Wilson, students will travel to foreign lands and explore different cultures — all through art. Cost is $100 and registration is required. 843-757-6586 or sobagallery.com.

Take the Stage! Performing Arts Camp: 10 a.m.-12:15 p.m. for ages 9-13 and 12:45-3 p.m. for ages 6-8. Session 1 will be held June 11-15 and Session 2 is July 9-13, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. Join us as we explore music, dance and drama in this one-week camp. Students will work with professional artists and will be exposed to a variety of performing art forms in our Black Box Theatre and will create a mini showcase performance on Friday. $110 and registration is required. 843-686-3945, ext.

205, aadams@artshhi.com or artshhi.com.

Theatre Camp: 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Session 1 is June 25-29 and Session 2 is July 23-27, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. Make a cast of new friends during this fun-filled week. Campers will experience a mini-production and will not only be the cast, but also will also be the production crew. Campers will learn how to understand and develop characters, create sets, props, and design costumes. For ages 9-14. Cost is $210 and registration is required. 843-686-3945, ext. 205, aadams@artshhi.com or artshhi.com.

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Sports & Outdoors

boat ride from Hilton Head Island through the backwater marshes to secluded Page Island is just the beginning. This 4 ½-hour camp is just for teens and includes backwater boating, tubing, challenge course, fishing, crabbing, kayaking and more. Teens should bring a bag lunch. $95. 1-800-686-6996 or outsidehiltonhead.com.

Outside Kids Teen Stand-Up Adventure: 2-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. During this fun activity, teens will try stand-up paddle boarding. We’ll provide instruction for anyone who has never been and then head out for fun on the creek. $45. 1-800-686-6996 or outsidehiltonhead.com.

Outside Kids Teen Tube Night: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, June-August. Enjoy an evening out on the water with our U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captains. Thrilling fun on the big tube. $55. 1-800-686-6996 or outsidehiltonhead.com.

Ignite the Senses: 9 a.m.-noon, 163 Bluffton Road, C1, Bluffton.

Participate in arts and crafts, yoga/ fitness, snack, group games and free play in themed summer camps for kids ages 2-5 and 5-8. Participate in ITSCG Summer Olympics or do a version of “The Amazing Race.” No experience required. $125 per camp.

843-757-0179.

IJGA Summer Camp: Weekly sessions begin June 4. Core and Elite programs will be run by the team of worldclass coaches who train IJGA student athletes year-round. Grasp the fundamentals of full swing and short game in a fun yet competitive learning environment where the central focus is on the technical, tactical, and mental aspects of the game. Reservations are required and a IJGA Camp Guide of listings is available. 843-264-7448 or patrick. otoole@ijga.com.

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Outside Kids Coastal Carolina Camp: Three-hour camps for kids ages 7 and older, to be held at Shelter Cove Marina. Daily activities may include kayaking, crabbing, water trampoline, environmental discovery, squid dissection and beachcombing. Plus lots of games that provide a great introduction to the Carolina salt marsh ecosystem and loads of fun. $125 per child per two-day session. 1-800-686-6996 or outsidehiltonhead.com.

Outside Kids Water Fun Day: 8:3011:30 a.m., ages 7 and older. Enjoy water games, swimming, kayaking and more. Three-hour sessions are $65. 1-800-686-6996 or outsidehiltonhead.com.

Outside Kids Adventure Island Camp: 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fridays in June-August, ages 11 to 17. A

Outside Kids Surf Camp: Join the Outside Surf School and master the waves. This educational camp emphasizes safety and fundamentals of surfing. Basic instruction is offered on 7- and 9-foot softtop surfboards, boogie boards and skimboards. Enjoy a 90-minute small group session or private one-on-one instruction. Ages 7 and up, includes instructor and equipment. Each 1 ½-hour session is $80. Private surf instruction also available. 1-800-686-6996 or outsidehiltonhead.com.

Station 300 Kids Bowl Free Summer Program: April 15-Aug. 31, Buckwalter Place Shopping Center, 25 Innovation Drive, Bluffton. Kids bowl two free games every day. Enjoy the stateof-the-art arcade with 50 games and a prize redemption center.

Finish the day off at the snack bar and Zeppelin’s Bar & Grill featuring plenty of seating indoors and an outdoor patio. Registration is required. 843-815-2695, ext. 3 or kidsbowlfree.com/station300.

South Carolina Yacht Club Sailing Camps: 1-week camps will be held June 18-Aug. 3, South Carolina Yacht Club, Hilton Head Island. A highly recognized sailing program for Hilton Head Island children, the sailing camp offers five levels of instruction from U.S. Sailing-certified professionals. All levels are available, from beginner to expert. Call Mark Newman at 843-681-3100 or go to scyachtclub.com/kids-programs.

South Carolina Yacht Club Tennis Summer Camp: Ages 5-14, South Carolina Yacht Club, Hilton Head Island. New players will be introduced to tennis basics like scoring and proper etiquette on the court. Advanced players will continue to learn proper footwork and balance, stroke production and point playing. 843-681-3100 or scyachtclub.com/kids-programs.

South Carolina Yacht Club Summer Swim Lessons: Monday-Thursday, private and semi-private lessons available, South Carolina Yacht Club, Hilton Head Island. Private lessons are 30 minutes and cost $45 for one lesson and $175 for five. Hour-long lessons can be split between siblings; cost is $60. Semi-private lessons 30 minutes and are for two students who are at similar ability levels Five classes are $150 per person. scyachtclub.com/ kids-programs.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OMNI HILTON HEAD OCEANFRONT RESORT USCB commends their commitment to provide excellent guest service with professionals educated through the Island Ambassador Program.

USCB offers complimentary educational seminars for hospitality professionals and local businesses.

Center for Event Management and Hospitality Training Hilton Head Island To schedule educational seminars, please contact Keri Olivetti, Director: olivetti@uscb.edu.

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S D I K A BIRTHD YS 3-D Printing STEAM Camp: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 25-29, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. For students ages 10-16. Does your child love design technology and express interest in the “maker movement”? During this weeklong STEAM camp for students ages 10-16, we will take a hands-on journey into the exciting technology of 3-D printing. Students will leave with several products that they have created using this innovative technology. Cost is $250 and registration is required.

843-686-3945, ext. 205, aadams@artshhi.com or artshhi.com.

Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Island: 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Monday-Friday at 151 Gumtree Road, Hilton Head Island. For ages 6-17. Fishing, disc golf, par-3 golf course and driving range, STEM activities, gym, game room, technology center, art room, field trips. The club also has two playgrounds, a soccer field and tennis court. Breakfast, lunch and snack provided. $16/day per child.

Eight weeks: $480 for one child, $720 for two children, $800 for three or more children in the same family. For more information call 843-689-3646 or go to bgclowcountry.org.

Bricks 4 Kids LEGO Summer Camp: 9 a.m.-noon Monday-Friday at Island Playground. This STEM (science technology engineering and math) camp is for early ages through age 7 and older and helps stimulate your child, working on creativity, team work, planning and problem solving. Each camp is themed and your children will enjoy making remote control vehicles, superheroes and Minecraft creations. $130 for the week; for multiple children or two or more camps, $110 a week. Cost includes a drink and a snack, children must provide their own socks. www.bricks4kidz.com/hiltonhead.

Hilton Head Prep 2018 Summer Day & Enrichment Camps: Prep offers several different programs ranging from day camp to enrichment camps including Animals of the Lowcountry, Marine Biology, Student Leadership, Rick Sofield Baseball Camp, American Sign Language, Wilderness Survival, Yoyo Camp, Junior Dolphin Football Camp, and the opportunity to be a mad scientist for a week. Camp sizes are limited and registration for the complete list of offerings will open online soon. mfoley@hhprep.org hhprep.org.

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Summer Camp at The Sandbox: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday, except July 4 and July 18, The Sandbox: An Interactive Children’s Museum, 18 Pope Ave., Hilton Head Island. Children will be involved in supervised play with weekly themes both inside and outside. Educational activities for ages 3-10 will focus on stimulating the senses. With a 1:5 coordinator to child ratio, there will be focus on each participant. $100-125. thesandbox.org/ summer-camp.

Love House Ministries Summer Learning Academy: 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday for students through eighth grade, held at multiple locations. Math and English virtual learning, music classes, field trips, games and more. $395 per child, includes 8 weeks of camp — field trips are an additional cost. $75 registration fee. lhlacademy.com.

STEAM Camp: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. July 30-Aug. 3, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island.

This exciting and hands-on learning opportunity puts a special emphasis on the STEAM curriculum areas — science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. For ages 9-14. Cost is $210 and registration is required. 843-686-3945, ext. 205, aadams@ artshhi.com or artshhi.com.

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A Capital Idea COLUMBIA IS FILLED WITH FUN AND LEARNING

PHOTOS COURTESY OF RIVERBANK ZOO & GARDEN

BY AMY COYNE BREDESON

Columbia, the state's capital, is home to the South Carolina State House (above), a Greek Revival building set in gardens dotted with monuments. Riverbanks Zoo & Garden (left) is a huge park with animal enclosures, an aquarium, zip lines, pony rides and botanical gardens.

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t’s that time of year: The weather is warm, the flowers are in bloom, Hilton Head Island is decked out in plaid. And Lowcountry students are counting down the minutes until spring break.

Looking for a spot to vacation with the family that’s not too far away? Try Columbia. The state capital is only about a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Hilton Head and is filled with fun, educational activities for the whole family. With a zoo, museums and the State House, the city offers plenty of opportunities for learning and fun.

Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens Riverbanks Zoo & Garden is a must-see.

From African elephants to koalas and Amur tigers, Riverbanks is home to more than 2,000 exotic and endangered animals. Check out one of the many daily demonstrations, including aquarium dives, gorilla feedings and penguin presentations. Soar over the zoo on a zip line

tour, test your balance on a rickety bridge during a sky-high safari, or ride ponies at Riverbanks Farm.

For a more in-depth visit, take a behind-the scenes tour to learn how the zoo cares for the animals. There are five different one-hour interactive encounters, including elephants, grizzly bears, penguins, giant Galapagos tortoises and sea lions. Advance registration is required and can be made online; prices vary.

The State House For a lesson on government and history, take a tour of the South Carolina State House, where the state General Assembly gathers to vote on and create legislation. View more than 25 monuments and memorials on the grounds, and both guided and self-guided tours are free and available Mondays through Fridays. Call ahead to find out whether lawmakers will be in session when you’re there and to get tour hours.

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WHERE TO GO Riverbanks Zoo & Garden 500 Wildlife Parkway 803-779-8717 riverbanks.org

EdVenture 211 Gervais St. 803-779-3100 edventure.org

South Carolina State House 1100 Gervais St. 803-734-2430 southcarolinaparks.com/ education-and-history/ state-house

South Carolina State Museum 301 Gervais St. 803-898-4921 scmuseum.org

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The South Carolina State Museum & EdVenture Columbia is home to several excellent museums; two of the best for families are EdVenture and the South Carolina State Museum.

The State Museum features more than 200,000 square feet of South Carolina art, science, technology, cultural history and natural history. Its exhibits are best suited for adults and children older than preschool age.

The museum’s 2,500-square-foot observatory allows visitors to look at the sun through a solar scope during the day, and on Tuesday nights the museum stays open till 8 p.m. and visitors can view the moon through the solar scope. A 55-foot digital dome planetarium offers astronomy shows, laser light shows, and programs focused on art, history and natural history.

“We’re always ‘Open for Fun’ at the State Museum,” public relations manager Jared Glover said. “We’re lucky that we’re an inside attraction, so we keep our guests dry — although you might get just a tad bit wet while watching one of our exciting 4-D movies — and comfortable year-round.”

EdVenture is the largest children’s museum in the southeastern U.S. — and it’s a great place to take kids up to about age 12 for a fun-filled day of hands-on learning. The children’s museum has 92,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor exhibits and activities.

Children can learn about the forces of flight, be a veterinarian for a day, take a healthy cooking class and use their creativity to design a wind-powered creation, among many other activities at EdVenture.

A traveling exhibit called “From Here to Timbuktu: A Journey Through West Africa” will be on display through the end of April.

“The mission of EdVenture is to inspire children to experience the joy of learning,” said Tae Moreland, the museum’s special events coordinator. “The museum has welcomed visitors from all 50 states and 18 foreign countries, creating shared experiences and memories for families learning together.”

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Pictured above: Renee Taylor (bottom left) with Sea Turtle Getaways team at their office on Hilton Head Island.

magine the awe and delight experienced by a family visiting Hilton Head Island for the first time. As they step across the threshold of their vacation home, they are greeted by spectacular ocean views just outside their windows. They can’t wait to explore the paradise that is Hilton Head.

Renee Taylor, owner of Sea Turtle Getaways, has made this experience possible for countless families over the years. Her family launched Shoreline Rentals in 1983, when the island hadn’t truly been discovered as a resort destination. Her parents, Charles and Ellen, sold the company to ResortQuest in 1999, and Taylor continued on with the company for four years.

When she left ResortQuest, she was soon inundated with calls from loyal property owners. Her devoted following wasn’t ready to let her walk away from the short-term rental game.

“So I said, ‘OK, I’ll get back into it, but I’m keeping it small,’” she said.

Taylor’s first course of action was to call her fellow industry veteran Kaye Lyon. With Lyon on board, the pair began building a vacation rental firm that would put the focus on relationships, one that would place customer concerns above endless expansion.

“When I started my business plan, I think with Shoreline we were up to 320 properties. So I said ‘Let’s just do 150,’” Taylor said. “And as it started growing I said, ‘Let’s bring that number down.’ I reached 75 and I thought, this is a nice number. It’s manageable, I can get to all the properties, and I can keep a limited but loyal staff.”

This limited scope allows the company to curate a collection of stunning properties, ranging from cozy oceanside villas to sprawling family-sized manors perched on golf courses, marshes and beaches. In addition, keeping things small lets Taylor focus on what’s important.

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“This business is still built on relationships with owners. That’s the key to it,” she said. “That and being honest; doing right by them and having a partnership.”

And Sea Turtle Getaways isn’t just concerned about the owners it represents. Since the beginning, the company has worked to give from every family it brings to the island.

A $5 fee on each booking goes directly to the South Carolina Aquarium to fund its sea turtle care center, which helps care for sick and injured turtles found stranded or injured on South Carolina’s beaches. Over the years, that $5 fee has translated to more than $60,000 for the area’s sea turtle population.

“When I started the business, I wanted a purpose. I wanted to be able to give back,” Taylor said. “We locked into the aquarium and we’ve had a good relationship with them. Over the years, it’s added up.”

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Wild Life VOLUNTEER HELPS CARE FOR PINCKNEY ISLAND, THE REFUGE THAT RAISED HER

BY CLAY BONNYMAN EVANS | PHOTOS BY BAILEY WITT

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quarter of a million people visit Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge every year. But Alice Boyd remembers a time when visitors to Pinckney Island, the largest of five islands in the 4,053-acre refuge and the only one open to the public, could be counted in the dozens. The island was accessible only by boat and she and her brother were the only children for miles around.

“When you were out there, you could be whatever you wanted to be. You’d run through the woods and slay dragons, get up in a tree and swing out on huge vines and hoot and holler,” said Boyd, 66, a Hardeeville resident who spent her first 21 years on the island. “You didn’t have to worry about nobody bothering you.”

She came to the island as an infant in 1951, when New York banker James Bruce hired her father, Charles W. “Bill” Smith, to manage its farming — corn, soybeans and cattle — and hunting operations.

Native Americans had used the island since the 1500s. By 1715, Alexander Mackey had acquired the island, which he sold to Charles Pinckney in 1737. In 1801, son Charles Cotesworth Pinckney — a signer of the U.S. Constitution — moved to the big island and turned it into a successful cotton plantation.

Union troops occupied the island during the Civil War; afterward, the plantation was abandoned. A few freed slaves and their descendants remained until Bruce paid them to leave and built them a church on Hilton Head Island in 1937.

Col. Edward Starr and James Barker bought the property in 1954, and Boyd met some of their famous guests: Rockefellers, Duponts, Fords.

The two owners donated the property to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in 1975.

“Col. Starr said, ‘It’ll be a cold day in you-know-where when you see Pinckney become another Hilton Head Island,’” she said. “He wanted his children and grandchildren and other kids to be able to see what a deer looked like.”

Boyd left the island to get married in 1973. In 2013, Connie and Dale Terrell, a Bluffton couple who managed a crew of volunteers at Pinckney, met her and arranged a tour.

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PINCKNEY ISLAND, THEN AND NOW Above: Today, Alice Boyd volunteers at the National Wildlife Refuge where she grew up.

Top Left: Boyd as a child at White Point with Port Royal Sound behind her.

Bottom: Bill Ford, Abe Meyers, Gen. Caldwell, Col. Starr, Ann Starr, Martha F. Ford, Ted Starr, Dennis Chaplain

“People say you can’t go home again, but it was still home to me,” Boyd said. “Being there, I’m happy as a clam. It’s my world.”

Boyd became a volunteer, working with a crew of a dozen to mow and repair 14 miles of trails, fix signs, clear downed timber and pick up trash.

“It’s been great to have Alice out here,” said Dale Terrell, 76.

“She’s told us all her stories, how the plantation operated, all the history nobody else knows.”

But as the crew ages, Boyd is concerned for the future of her old haunts.

“Most of these guys are in their 70s, and eventually they won’t be able to do this work,” she said. “A lot of people don’t realize Pinckney is taken care of by volunteers.”

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IF YOU GO

Visitors will find Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge along U.S. 278, between the bridges to Hilton Head Island. The refuge is open to foot traffic and bikes daily during daylight hours. Pets are not allowed, and there are no bathrooms, garbage cans or drinking water.

For more information, go to fws.gov/refuge/Pinckney_Island.

BE A VOLUNTEER

Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge is always looking for volunteers to help with trail maintenance and other tasks. Contact Amy Ochoa at 843-784-9911, ext. 111, or email amy_ochoa@fws.gov.

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The elevated ground floor has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, a media room and access to the patio and pool. It is perfect to accommodate kids or guests with a comfortable 2,236 total SqFt. Each room also has its own balcony.

The second floor is perfect for entertaining, with a spacious open dining/living area, fireplace and a breathtaking ocean view. The large, open kitchen features beach views for you to enjoy while you cook! The large patio provides not only a stunning sight, but enough room for outside dining or cocktail parties. The master bedroom and his-and-hers bath on this level also have a balcony - wonderful for your first morning coffee or a night cup!

Another highlight of this property is the third level, with a secluded sun deck and another gorgeous view of the beach and ocean.

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A Growing Business BRUNO LANDSCAPE AND NURSERY HAS BECOME HILTON HEAD’S FAVORITE GARDENING CLUB

BY BARRY KAUFMAN | PHOTOS BY BAILEY WITT

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et’s face it: it’s been a long, cold winter. That rarest of meteorological occurrences — a Hilton Head Island snowstorm — has left your garden withered and dead. You can bemoan the loss of your begonias, or you can view this as a chance to join one of the island’s most exciting gardening clubs.

There’s no strict membership to this club, nor hard and fast bylaws. Instead, there’s just a place where this club congregates in varying numbers to compare green thumbs. Their home is among the 4 acres of lush greenery on Dillon Road at Bruno Landscape and Nursery.

“We’re a retail nursery, but it’s almost like a big gardening club,” said Mary Ann Bruno, who has owned the business with husband Gary since 1989. “We keep saying we have to put up a coffee bar out there because people end up meeting here and sitting in the parking lot talking for 20 minutes. It’s a very relaxed environment.”

The rustic shed lined with Matthew timbers, rows upon rows of leafy flowers and plants, and laid-back family vibe make Bruno’s the perfect soil for growing a dedicated following.

“It’s a little different atmosphere than most nurseries,” Mary Ann Bruno said. “People feel like they belong here.”

That sense of belonging is nurtured by the Bruno family’s dedication to providing a single destination for all customers’ gardening needs.

Recent expansion to the nursery’s shed lets the landscape company sell everything from fertilizer to potting soil and gardening tools, following a slew of customer requests. When customers arrive in the Lowcountry from colder climates, the Brunos help them recreate the gardens they enjoyed up north.

Mary Ann Bruno (middle) pictured with daughter-in-law, Jordan, and family friend, Lee Ann Hartlaub.

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IT’S A LITTLE DIFFERENT ATMOSPHERE THAN MOST NURSERIES...PEOPLE FEEL LIKE THEY BELONG HERE. —Mary Ann Bruno

“We live in a beautiful place. A lot of people come here to garden,” Mary Ann Bruno said.

“We like to make it a place where people can come and get ideas or give us ideas.”

Bolstering this tight-knit community is the true family atmosphere at Bruno Landscape and Nursery. It’s not uncommon to stop by and find four generations of Brunos hard at work.

“Believe it or not, my mother,(Betty Stabile) God bless her, she’s 82. She comes in and does the filing for us,” Mary Ann Bruno said.

And as Gary and Mary Ann Bruno grew their business over the past 29 years, they’ve also grown their family. And with each new addition, their workforce expanded. Oldest son Steve Bruno is on the construction side of the business, handling installations and operating the machinery. His wife, Jordan, runs the nursery along with Mary Ann and close family friend Pam Batista. Middle daughter Jenna Hull runs the office — although she’s currently on maternity leave.

“She dared to have a springtime baby,” said Mary Ann Bruno with a laugh. “We told her, ‘you are just in trouble.’”

Finally, youngest daughter Nikki runs maintenance enhancements while husband Raphael is in charge of irrigation.

Even the next generation is getting into the business.

“These kids grow up in the business.

The front of the office looks like a different kind of nursery,” said Mary Ann. Waiting in the wings are the grandchildren: a 6-yearold granddaughter who loves to help unload trucks, a 2-and-a-half-year-old grandson who loves taking a ride on the Bobcat, a 1-anda-half-year-old and Jenna’s new addition.

Since 1989, and with each new generation, Bruno Landscape and Nursery has grown. But that’s what a nursery is for, right?

“You can’t stay what you were — you have to keep growing,” Mary Ann Bruno said. “And I like how it’s growing. It’s very community oriented.”

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Big, Bold & Beautiful CALADIUMS AND CANNAS STAR IN LOWCOUNTRY GARDENS

BY BARBARA HODGES

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e’re familiar with the fabled lilies of the field, which neither toil nor spin, yet are arrayed more gloriously than Solomon.

But here we’re going to examine something even more... dare it be said? ... gaudy.

Extravagant caladiums and cannas are both showy and satisfying – the former for shade, the latter for sun. These two dependable beauties deserve a place in every Lowcountry landscape.

Though they don’t come into their own until full summer, late April is the time to plant them. Don’t put them in the ground until the soil warms up – they dislike cold feet, especially cold damp feet, but that is the only thing they are picky about. Once in full bloom, they go on and on into the fall.

Of course, they are entirely different in form and character. The only resemblance is that both emerge from a nondescript and totally unpromising tuber-like root or bulb.

Caladium Varieties The foliage of caladiums is its glory. It has no flowers – just beautifully patterned gradations of long-lasting color in its large sturdy leaves.

Newer hybrids in the Florida series are elaborate in their coloration.

Try Florida Elise, Florida Red Ruffles, Florida Sunrise and Florida Cardinal – all very dramatic. Bred with thicker, more substantial leaves, they are said to better withstand hot conditions. Exotic caladiums from Thailand have leaf colors and designs that are very delicate.

A prominent bulb grower advises that when planting caladiums, if you notice an obvious dominant sprout (usually found on round symmetrical tubers), emerging from the center, you should break or scoop it out. That will enable more side shoots to emerge and create a fuller plant. And if plants try to sneak in a bloom, snap it off to keep leaves coming. Gardening requires tough love.

Sun-loving Cannas Cannas are another story entirely.

They may be short and container-sized, or tall or very tall. Most of them make a statement in the garden with height and bold colors, yet others are fragile and more modest appearing. Some of the leaves are boldly striped to add to the general color explosion –for this try the Pretoria or Bengal Tiger varieties.

Brilliant orange flowers competing with splashy green, cream and yellow striped foliage up to two to four feet.

The classic Australia variety flaunts bright red flowers against very dark and glossy burgundy leaves, topping out at three to four feet tall. Of a much more delicate character is the fragile-appearing – but very long blooming – rosy-centered Panache.

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Plant extravagant caladiums and cannas in April. They’re both showy and satisfying – the former for shade, the latter for sun. They bloom in mid summer.

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It has to be said that, after a peak bloom for many weeks, canna foliage will start to decline and look shabby. Just cut back what is offensive and make the best of it.

Blackberry Lilies Although neither lily nor bulb but more akin to iris, the Blackberry Lily or Belamcanda chinensis is delightful. Its small lily-like flowers may be cheerful yellow or gaily speckled orange. Easily grown and not fussy, they emerge from sturdy strap-like green foliage and brighten their space all summer, even multiplying for your pleasure. Flower petals finish by curling themselves up into amusing little pigtails and seed pods open to reveal clusters of shiny black berries, making them garden worthy for long season interest.

The bulbs of summer, which appear to have no natural enemies or afflictions, are a no-brainer for the colorful Lowcountry garden.

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PALMETTO BLUFF HOUSE IS HGTV’S 2018 SMART HOME

BY CAROL WEIR

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or 14 months, camera crews from HGTV slipped in and out of Palmetto Bluff, as the channel’s 2018 Smart Home took shape near Moreland Village.

Now that the home is complete, one lucky winner will receive the keys to it in June.

“Somebody is going to have this as their little hidden gem in the South,” said Tiffany Brooks, a Chicago-based interior designer who is also the host of HGTV Smart Home 2018.

The 2,850-square foot, two-story, elevated Southern-style home is part of a grand prize package valued at more than $1.6 million. In addition to the house and all its furnishings, the winner will receive a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e plug-in hybrid and $100,000 cash provided by national mortgage lender Quicken Loans—which may come in handy when it’s time to pay property taxes.

Shoreline Construction of Ridgeland built the home. Owner and general contractor Chris Dalzell said that working with the cable channel sometimes involved pushing his crews to work faster than normal, but at other times required them to slow down to conform to the filming schedule.

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“We built this house like we do our other homes, but the pressure was up,” he said. “It was a lot of fun to figure out all the technology.”

Shoreline also built Southern Living magazine’s 2014 Idea House.

The Smart Home features cutting edge technology, clever design solutions and energy-efficient materials. The master bathroom is especially advanced, with a toilet seat that opens automatically via sensor, a rain panel in the ceiling, and

body jets and a waterproof TV in the shower stall. And on the second floor, what looks like a typical home office is actually flex space that includes a hidden virtual reality room or video game room.

Some features of the house, however, are decidedly low tech, instead stressing simple convenience. For example, an attractive pet gate slides out of pocket doors leading to the laundry room, and a laundry basket rolls directly from the closet in the master bedroom to beside

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For a look at the construction process, tune into “Behind the Build: HGTV Smart Home” at 11 p.m. April 17 on DIY Network, and the HGTV Smart Home Special at 7 p.m.

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the washing machine through an opening in the closet’s back wall.

“People want ideas about how they can live a little better day to day,” Brooks said, adding that much of what would normally be wasted space in the kitchen has been transformed into storage.

Unique design touches in the house include faux painting that looks like wood grain in the living room and a modern geometric fireplace surround. Industrial light fixtures and playful textiles give the home a casual, young vibe. Brooks said she sourced some of the accessories at Picker Joe’s Antique Mall in Savannah.

In the backyard, a fire pit and grilling area are framed by large trees.

“We were very conscious of keeping what was already here and designing around it,” Brooks said.

Ron Feinbaum, general manager of HGTV Home Promotions, said the channel’s staff selected Palmetto Bluff and Bluffton as the site of this year’s Smart Home for “the area’s antebellum charm, scenic views and vibrant culture.”

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here are Lowcountry-style homes, of course, and then there are exquisite Lowcountry homes. These show-stoppers combine all of the signature elements of the antebellum period with precise craftsmanship, attention to detail and devotion to authenticity.

One particular house on Stallings Island Street in Palmetto Bluff is one of those homes.

“This home exudes what Lowcountry living is all about in Palmetto Bluff,” said Gus Hetzel, executive vice president of sales at H2 Builders. “The large covered porches, gas lanterns, interior shiplap walls, custom trim work throughout, antique heart of pine floors, custom reclaimed brick masonry fireplaces, painted cabinetry and lots of windows to let in natural light — all nestled in the shadows of 100-year-old live oaks.”

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Bluffton-based H2 Builders built this 3,800-square-foot home originally for local owners, who then sold it to a Greenville couple as a Lowcountry retreat. It features four bedrooms, four-and-a-half bathrooms and two custom-built fireplaces made of reclaimed brick, and is surrounded by natural wooded landscaping in the South Wilson area near the May River.

H2 Builders, a family-owned company, has constructed about 350 residences throughout the Lowcountry since its founding in 1996 by president/owner Todd Hawk.

Outside, a clay brick paver driveway leads to a three-space attached garage with custom mahogany doors. Authentic painted cedar shake siding wraps around the exterior of the home, which is topped by standing seam metal roofing. The classic front porch, resplendent with three columns and a white railing, is composed of “iron-wood” ipe — a dense Brazilian hardwood that is naturally resistant to wear, splintering, borers and rot, and is

notable for its durability in the hot, humid Lowcountry summer environment.

Three additional porches stretch the outdoor living space exponentially. An intimate, screened, Charleston-inspired porch with a small dining space, custom brick fireplace and full summer kitchen occupies one extended side of the home.

The master suite on the first floor — showcased by poplar shiplap walls and a vaulted gambrel-style ceiling with painted wood beams — provides direct access to another cozy screened-in porch, Hetzel said.

In the rear of the residence is a covered porch with multiple columns that spreads across the entire width of the structure.

“A nice design feature of the home is the great room and dining room connection running across the main width of the house that provides a great space for entertaining,” Hetzel said.

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The unobstructed sightline from the dining room leads to the kitchen in the front of the house, which boasts custom-built white Shaker-style cabinets with upper interior lighting by H2 Cabinet Gallery and a highly detailed coffered ceiling, Hetzel said. Countertops of matte Absolute Black granite from Distinctive Granite and Marble lend a distinctive contrast to the kitchen’s primarily light color palette. Billy Wood Appliance in Bluffton added the finishing touches with a high-end customized Viking appliance package.

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“Design-wise, it was really neat to put the kitchen in the front of the house, which was very specific to the original owners (request), so it’s beautiful,” Hetzel said. “A lot of light comes into that kitchen space, and they are able to see the streetscape out in front of the driveway (which faces north).”

One other detail in the kitchen that most homeowners are not likely to find in this area is a stairwell next to the pantry, offering an optional entrance from the garage to the main residence connection. The stairs lead to the space above the garage that houses the fourth bedroom, a bonus guest room.

A broad visual sweep of this “coastal casual” home reveals wainscoting throughout, plus custom built-ins, butt board and a comfortable reading nook at the top of the second-floor stairs.

“This particular home has high-end materials throughout,” Hetzel said. “It’s an extremely well-built Lowcountry home, very authentic. It really turned out quite nice.”

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“Real estate is very visual and internet-based today,” said Bob Clark of the Clark, Cramer and Frank Team at Sea Pines Real Estate. “Particularly when people are shopping from outside the area.”

Drone photography has been used for years to sell real estate, and as the technology becomes cheaper and more accessible, the practice has grown. Clark has worked in real estate for 20 years and has been using drone footage for the past five.

“For the right house, it’s very useful,” he said. “It takes away all the guesswork on how the house sits.”

In addition to drone photography, real estate agents have also embraced high-tech virtual tours. Software creates a 3-D floor plan of properties that lets users “walk through” the home. Potential buyers can stop and start the tour as they like, look closer at the home’s features, and get an impression of what being in the space would actually be like. And sellers can use the technology to look at comparable properties. The combination of drone photography and virtual tours allows people to see everything about a property from their computers.

Jason Adams of Luxury Imaging said his company purchased a drone camera and added a pilot to its team about a year ago. The company uses it to provide drone photography to real estate clients, as well as for other commercial uses. For the bird’s-eye shots, they fly the drone about 75 feet high, capturing images that orient the property in its surroundings. Adams also uses drones to capture level images of tall properties, like the narrow beach houses that are gaining popularity in many island neighborhoods. For this type of shot, the drones only fly to about 25 or 30 feet high and face the house straight on.

“To get the right perspective and a straight shot of these taller houses, you have to get the camera up higher,” Adams said. “Shooting from the ground, you can only get about half of the house.”

This type of work used to require renting a cherry picker; flying the drone is much easier. And oftentimes you can capture the water or golf course behind the home in the shot as well.

David Carroll, an agent with Charter One Realty, recently used drone photography to showcase a property in Port Royal Plantation that was a five-minute walk to the beach.

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“It’s easy to say third row from the beach,” he said. “But with a photo, it gives perspective for people who aren’t familiar with the area.”

Carroll has lived in the Lowcountry for 32 years and worked as a real estate agent for 30. He has been using drone photography since it became an option and finds it to be effective anytime the home is close to the beach or has a marsh view.

“The bird’s-eye perspective is a very effective marketing tool,” he said, “and it’s satisfying to listing clients to see their property from that view.”

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Phase one of the Hilton Head Regional Habitat for Humanity’s neighborhood The Glen is nearly complete. The Cordero family’s home was the most recent home completed; two others are currently under construction. One is sponsored by the Hilton Head Area Association of Realtors and the other by the Colleton River Club Friends of Habitat. The neighborhood will provide safe, decent and affordable housing for 16 families on Hilton Head Island. Plans for phase two are being reviewed by the Town of Hilton Head Island and will allow Habitat for Humanity to serve another 16 local families.

Thirty-six real estate professionals representing six companies joined the Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island in December. Homesfinder Realty Group, Lubkin Appraisal Service, Premier Properties by Haig Point, Palmetto Real Estate, HomeLight Inc., and Hilton Head Properties are now MLS Hilton Head members. These strategic partnerships will give members access to more properties for sale, providing more exposure for buyers and sellers.

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THE LAGOON GOLF/GREEN VIEW with tranquil foot bridge doesn’t get much better than your view from the sunroom at 6 King William Court.

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Open floor plan home w/tranquil lagoon views. Features include volume ceilings, hardwood flooring, extensive custom built-ins, etc. Well equipped kitchen opens to family room & casual dining. LR, DR, Craft/Hobby Room, in-law suite w/kitchenette, private master suite. Oversized 2.5+ car garage, new roof, new HVAC system & attractive/durable hard coat stucco exterior. 3BR/3.5BA, 3146 Sq. Ft., $509,000.

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3BR/3.5BA, 2763 Sq. Ft., $497,000.

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Moss Creek Homes 274 Moss Creek Dr.-3BR/3BA-Golf/Pool-$486,000 55 Saw Timber Dr.-4BR/3.5BA-Golf/Lagoon-$450,000 239 Moss Creek Dr.-3BR/2.5BA-Golf/Lagoon-$429,000 42 Royal Pointe Dr.-4BR/3BA-Updated-$369,000 43 Toppin Dr.-3BR/2BA-Golf-$365,000 3 Royal Pointe Dr.-3BR/2BA-Updated-$319,000 73 Stable Gate Road-2 BR/2BA-Lagoon-$229,000

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Meticulously maintained open floor plan home w/soaring ceilings, spacious kitchen, oversized great room, cozy Carolina room, DR, 4 bedrooms (2 down, 2 up) including expansive master suite, loft, laundry room + pantry, excellent storage space including walkin attic & 2.5 car garage. Private rear patio. Short stroll to Port Royal Sound.

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15 Telford Lane | The Golf Club | $929,000

This 4 BR/4.5 BA home has so much flexibility with a large family room which opens to the kitchen, a media & entertainment room furnished with a pool table, an office & 3 car garage. A new addition is the Carolina room with its own fireplace. Situated on a cul de sac viewing the 3rd hole of the Golf Club at Indigo Run. 3

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21 River Club Dr. | River Club | $669,000

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101 Wedgefield Dr. | Golden Bear | $662,000

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41 Richfield Way | Golden Bear | $629,000

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Great value in the high end community of Broad Pointe of Indigo Run. Get all the amenities of Broad Pointe, a wonderful pool and dock overlooking Broad Creek marshes in the center of HHI. The 4 BR great room plan at this price is what so many are looking for. 3 BR all on one level, plus a bonus room/4th BR up with its own bath is perfect for guests or a getaway.

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69 Baynard Cove Rd. | Sea Pines | $1,049,000

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220 Gravel Hill Rd. | Allendale Cty. | $2,561,000

One of a kind home on the National Historic Registry & owned by a Custom Builder 5 BR/5 BA, 7,104 sq. ft.

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The WOW marsh & river view overlooking the 9th hole of the Nicklaus Course, as well as the dramatic finishing holes in the background, makes this an iconic property.

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3 Ordnance Place | Port Royal | $575,000

Updated and perfect inside, this home is situated in a beautifully landscaped yard. 2412 sq ft on .57 acre, all on 1 floor, Pecan Spice hardwood floors, updated master bedroom bath, totally updated kitchen open to family rm, new HVAC system and newer roof makes this a smart purchase. 3 BR/ 2.5 BA.

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67 Summerfield Court #623 | $205,000

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79 Summerfield Court Unit #1011 | $179,000

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Sound/Golf View, 6 BR 6.5 BA Sea Pines | #3,210,000

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Wooded View, 3 BR 2 BA Sea Pines | $429,000

291 Evian Villas

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12 Piping Plover Road 2nd Row, 4 BR 4 BA Sea Pines | $2,710,000

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27 Long Marsh Lane

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1887 Beachside Tennis

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351 Greenwood Garden

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151 Otter Road

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6 Bedrooms or 5+study/office/media room, 7 full baths, Nantucket shingle-style home w/cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, wood floors, amazing woodwork. Inverted floorplan w/main living areas and master suite on 2nd floor, capturing mesmerizing views. Master suite has a private oceanfront sitting room, FP, his & hers separate baths, walk in closets. Open Style Great room w/fireplace, wetbar, open to elevated formal dining room, chef's kitchen w/ casual dining. 1st floor family room w/stone FP, 2nd wet bar, 3 ensuite bedrooms, screened porch. Pool and Hot Tub. Elevator. $3,950,000

PORT ROYAL PLANTATION – 70 SOUTH PORT ROYAL DRIVE

Stunning showplace home, wide and long lagoon views, walk to beach. Located in Port Royal Plantation, Hilton Head Island's ONLY private Oceanfront Plantation. Shows brand new, barely used since expertly constructed as a custom home. Finishes, details, craftsmanship, upgrades, accessories and materials all exceed even the highest standards. 4,000 heated square feet, includes 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, powder room, office, exercise room, gallery, great room, walk in pantry, large laundry room, elevator to all floors, 2nd & 3rd floor screened porches, open deck with fireplace and summer kitchen. 3 car garage, expandable to 6 car, 2,700 sq. ft. garage. $2,200,000

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5 Heyward Place

1st time offered for sale. Stately 2nd row home, on beachwalk.

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32 Timbercrest

3 BR + office or 4 BR, including separate suite above 2 car detached garage. Great room with cathedral ceiling. Side porch, Fenced-in backyard with fire pit and pavers. PLUS Golf Course View of the Spanish Wells Golf Course! $359,000

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23 Cotesworth Place

One owner home, stunning golf views, private pool, award winning builder, excellent finishes. 5BR, including full suite above garage. Wood & Stone Floors. $750,000

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136 Coggins Point

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22 Brittany Place

3 BR, 2BA, 2 Story Townhome. 4 car garage (2 deep/2 wide). On site pool. Wooded view. New carpet, paint, updated kitchen and bath. Central Location. $229,900

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19 Catbriar

Moss Creek Best Buy Homesite. 130'x180', lagoon view, corner location. Membership included, 36 holes of Golf, Deepwater Marina, Equestrian Center, Har Tru Tennis. $79,900

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Attention to detail on this 4 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath, well maintained home located on 8th Fairway of Harbour Town Golf Course. Cathedral ceiling, two master suites. One on first floor. Eat in kitchen opening into large family room.

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MLS #367673 $949,000

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4 BR/5.5 BA. An absolute architectural master piece with high end features galore and long marsh views. Gorgeous kitchen and family room. Separate dining plus living room. High ceilings, lots of glass, sound system and extensive lighting features. Large downstairs with party room plus full kitchen leads out to heated pool and fireplace. 3 car garage. 4 minute walk to Beach!

Direct waterfront CALIBOGUE SOUND view! Huge grass backyard with bulkhead for crabbing and fishing. Walk to Harbour Town amenities, restaurants, rentals, parasailing, tennis, pool, HT Golf Clubhouse. Nightly entertainment & free beach trolley. 1441 sq. ft. 2BR, 2 1/2 BA updated spacious townhouse, overlooking a waterfront patio and designer furnished.

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Mary Pracht 843.298.1715

Nancy Cunningham 843.683.4580

22 WOODBINE PLACE – SEA PINES

210 TWIN OAKS VILLA – SEA PINES

9 WOOD DUCK ROAD – SEA PINES

Exceptional opportunity to own a truly lovely home on one of the iconic streets in Sea Pines. 5 BR, 4 1/2 BA, 4060 sq. ft on 1/2 acre. Magnificent views of the 13th hole of Atlantic Dunes and a short walk to the beach. Completely renovated in 2012 with the greatest attention to detail in design and furnishings create casual elegant living. High ceilings, upgrades galore, beautiful heated pool, big 2 car garage plus work shop. Home is ideal as your primary residence, second home or rental property.

Move-in Ready Beautifully updated top to bottom! New Kitchen & Baths with Granite countertops Large central island separates kitchen from living area with high ceilings. Lots of windows, light & bright! Easy walk to Harbour Town for lunch/dinner or a round of golf! Rental income very impressive for first year.

Beautiful upgraded home with flat on the ground living. High end finishes & appliances, open floor plan w/living room & dining area, kitchen/family room and fully equipped walk-in bar, large master added in 2003 with wheelchair access in bathroom/shower. This beautifully landscaped golf view property has a large lagoon across the road and is a few steps to the Sea Pines Country Club.

MLS #376963 $639,500

Barbra Finer 843.384.7314

MLS #376884 $1,249,000 (F)

Exquisite Sea Pines home overlooking Harbour Town Golf Course and lagoon, is buyer’s dream!

4BR and 4.5BA home highlights high-end features, remodeled kitchen with Viking gourmet stove, heart of pine flooring, 1000 bottle wine room, 2 gas fireplaces, and more. Inviting living area and family room open to a screen porch, large deck and heated private pool & jacuzzi Elegant first floor Master has private outdoor shower.

MLS #358895 $1,395,000

Susan Ochsner 843.816.6388

MLS #376736 $689,000

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Tommy Austin 843.384.7033

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OLDFIELD 15 INDIGO PLANTATION RD | $839,000

HILTON HEAD ISLAND 211 JONESVILLE ROAD | $619,000

ROSE HILL PLANTATION 2 MIRABELL COURT | $599,000

Inviting 4BR/4BA w/Grebe Lake view. Major remod- Rare Coastal Cottage. Private dock & nearby Stables. Beautiful, light filled, elegant 4BR/3.5 BA on .83 el 2015/17. Chris & Robyn Henke 843-816-5527.

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DAUFUSKIE ISLAND | HAIG POINT 3 OSPREY LINKS DRIVE | $599,900

OLDFIELD 109 GREAT HERON WAY | $549,900

SUN CITY 511 KNOLLWOOD COURT | $399,000

Panoramic views of the Osprey Lake. 3BR/3.5BA with 2 enclosed porches . Tom Beavor 843-816-0686.

Fabulous 3BR/3.5BA w/views of Goose Lake & natural preserve. Chris & Robyn Henke 843-816-5527.

Gently used Castle Rock model on a fabulous lagoon to golf lot. Ruth Kimball 843-540-0205.

SUN CITY 12 LARKSPUR LANE | $315,000

SUN CITY 30 NIGHTINGALE LANE | $315,000

SUN CITY 34 WHITEBARK LANE | $265,000

Inviting Ibis floor plan in Water Lily Cove. Great location. 3BR/2BA. Ruth Kimball 843-540-0205.

Impeccable Dogwood with 8x23 three season room. 2BR/2BA +Den. Ruth Kimball 843-540-0205.

Primrose with split floor plan. Ext. screened porch with retractable screen. Ruth Kimball 843-540-0205.

SUN CITY 141 CYPRESS RUN | $248,000

SPANISH WELLS PLANTATION 30 MCINTOSH ROAD | $225,000

SUN CITY 32 LAZY DAISY DRIVE | $215,000

Primrose on wooded lot. Fabulous outdoor living.

Ext. screened porch. Ruth Kimball 843-540-0205.

Beautiful high elevation, full acre lot with a lovely fairway view of hole 5. Nancy Sain 843-505-2826.

Charming Bayberry with wonderful view overlooking lagoon from back porch. Bill Jones 877-764-3650.

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7 MILLBROOK - $575,000

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INDIGO RUN

122 HAMPTON HALL BLVD. - $629,000

What a house with All the upgrades ...Custom Woodwork, Coffered Ceilings, Granite and Stainless Kitchen, etc. Open Floor Plan with Built ins and Fireplace. Large Master Bedroom with His and Her Closets. Huge Master Bath with Double Vanities, Large Shower and Sunken Tub. 3 Bedrooms on first floor and 4th bedroom over the garage. TWO BRAND NEW HVAC SYSTEMS JUST INSTALLED. Fenced in Yard with huge new Firepit with seating. 2 car garage plus golf cart garage.

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This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home has upgrades throughout. Open Floor Plan. Hardwood floors throughout living area. Living Room with Fireplace. Large Patio. Golf and Lagoon View. And so much more ……………..

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4 Bedroom, 4.5 Bath townhouse/villa is turnkey ready! Walk into an open, airy and bright great room with hardwood floors, fireplace with built ins and an updated kitchen with beautiful granite countertops. 4 big bedrooms with baths including master suite with double vanities and walk in shower. Plus a loft/den make this a great rental or family second home. Features a full size laundry room, 4 car covered parking and the perfect front porch overlooking the pool and lush landscape.

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7 THE LYONS VILLAS $669,900 • MLS#374525

4BR (2 masters) 4.5 BA villa. Ideal location in Harbourtown, water view, close to harbor, restaurants & community pool. Perfect place to enjoy the Heritage Golf Tournament.

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843.386.7779 | mary@charteronerealty.com

You can’t get much closer to the beach without being oceanfront. 4 bed, 4.5 bath villa is an investor’s dream. Let the $65K+ in annual rentals pay for your piece of paradise. Offered fully furnished and turn key ready!

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843.422.1528 | Tim@TheSutherlandTeam.com

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13 DOLPHIN LANE $619,000 • MLS#376687 Gorgeous custom built 4-bedroom, 3.5 bath home situated on a beautiful ½ acre with woods, lagoon & Tom Fazio golf course views! Wonderful floor plan. Covered screened lanai to enjoy the lagoon & view!

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843.227.9222 | scottcollins7@gmail.com

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Priced below appraisal single story 3 bed/3 bath + flex room. Walls of glass capture pool/lagoon/ golf view. Nod to modern ranch style with open living spaces. Walk/bike ride to beach location!

ANGELA BARBIC

843.227.2526 | angelabarbic@gmail.com

Dock LOT just under 1 acre with stately oak trees and water/power to site. Sunset water views with 270’ of frontage. Seller will convey OCRM permits for 8’ x 10’ floating dock , 12’ x 13’ boat lift.

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843.227.2526 | angelabarbic@gmail.com

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Racquet Club Villa # 2330

$245,000

80 High Bluff Road

Sea Pines Harbour Town

761 sq.ft.

Hilton Head Plantation

Perfect Vacation Retreat—charming one bedrm,

2nd floor villa with a private deck overlooking a tranquil lagoon. Furnished with a washer/dryer & granite counter tops. Close to Harbour Town, its restaurants, entertainment, and shopping. Racquet Club has a swimming pool & tennis courts. Great rental history.

$759,000 3,550 sq.ft.

Distinguished and Elegant. 4 BR, 4 full baths View of 5th green of Oyster Reef Golf Course.

Bike or 5 min walk to Port Royal Sound.

Office, Screened lanai, FP, good Storage To see a video and more information go to: 80HighBluffRoad.c21.com

Jacque Johnson, Broker / Realtor 843.816.2483 800.345.2392 jacque@jacquejohnson.com www.jacquejohnson.com

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22 Wexford Drive • $1,595,000

Do not miss this stately 5800 sq. ft. home in prestigious Wexford Plantation. Enter the grand foyer and view the spectacular staircase with 23’ ceiling heights in foyer and great room. This 5 BR/4.5BA home is built with extraordinary quality & attention to detail. The very large, open kitchen features a granite island, stainless steel appliances, breakfast area and oversize butler’s pantry. This is a gourmet chef’s delight. 1st �loor Master suite includes two very large walk-in closets and an enormous Master Bath. Don’t miss the �inished garage which can hold 6-8 automobiles.

9 Wexford on the Green • $979,000

Newer townhouse with panoramic views of the prestigious Wexford Harbour. Beautifully detailed from �loor to ceiling. The architectural details and craftsmanship are simply outstanding throughout this 3 story, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath townhome. Gourmet chef’s kitchen with top of the line appliances. Exquisite �loor to ceiling �ireplace in great room. 4 stop elevator, 2 car garage, outdoor living area with �ireplace, and tons of storage space.

14 Balsams Court • $748,000

One year young and better than new! 4 BR/3.5 BA, lagoon front home in Indigo Run. Custom window treatments, wall-mounted 75’ Sony �lat-screen TV, upgraded lighting, security system, and screened porch are a few of the $40,000 of upgrades added to this gorgeous home since it’s original sale. Architectural details abound with multi leveled ceilings and custom millwork. Oversized 750 sq. ft. garage. This one is a must see.

36 Wexford on the Green • $595,000

Outstanding marsh & Broad Creek deep water views. This is the LAST highly prized Wexford detached townhome lot in the prestigious Wexford community. Build your dream home amongst several new homes in this area. View the dolphins, boats, bird life and sunsets from this exceptional waterfront lot.

99 High Bluff Road – Hilton Head Plantation

Spectacular Views of Port Royal Sound & Signature #6 Hole of Oyster Reef course. Extraordinary remodeled 4 BR/3.5 BA home w high end custom finishes. Soaring ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, huge windows w transoms & views from nearly every room! Spacious open floor plan is perfect for entertaining w formal living & dining and kitchen/breakfast/family room combination. Chef’s quality kitchen w 5 Burner gas cook top, Sub Zero, Bosh double ovens, 2 sinks & butler’s pantry w beverage cooler. Luxurious master suite w heated floors in bath, double vanities, make up vanity, free standing tub & huge shower. 1st Floor guest bedroom w built-in bookcases &private bath, 2 additional bedrooms & bath upstairs. Large climate controlled storage room. 2 Car garage with cabinets & sink. Inviting courtyard entry is beautifully landscaped by master gardener. Private patio is perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee watching the boats go by.

The gorgeous views and superior quality of this home are exceptional! Offered at $955,000.

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››Calendar | APRIL

April 1

EASTER EGG HUNT The Easter Egg Hunt is an annual tradition at The Sea Pines Resort and Harbour Town. Kids will love hunting for eggs, and the Easter Bunny will make a special appearance. 11 a.m., Harbour Town, Hilton Head Island.

843-842-1979 or seapines.com.

APRIL 2-6 & 9-11 GREGG RUSSELL IN CONCERT: Over the years, Gregg Russell has become a Sea Pines icon. He can be found under the Liberty Oak, entertaining adults and children alike. Free. 7:30-9 p.m., Harbour Town, Hilton Head Island. 843842-1979 or seapines.com.

APRIL 3 Dive-In Movie: Enjoy a fun night in the Harbour Town pool while watching a movie. The pool will be heated and refreshments will be available. Cost is $13 for adults and $10 for children ages 12 and younger. Reservations are required. 7:30 p.m., Harbour Town Pool, Hilton Head Island.

843-842-1979 or seapines.com.

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APRIL 3, 4 HHSO PRESENTS: SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS: “ALL THAT JAZZ”: Bring a picnic and enjoy a casual outdoor concert, followed by an evening of jazz and pops programming performed by the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, with John Morris Russell conducting and vocalist Tatiana “Lady May” Mayfield. Tickets for table seating are $85 and $75, concert seating is $50 and lawn seating is $25. Gates open at 6 p.m., with the concert beginning at 7:30 p.m. Shelter Cove Community Park, 59 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island.

843-842-2055 or hhso.org.

THROUGH APRIL 29 “THE LOCALS: TWELVE ARTISTS FROM ONE SPECIAL PLACE”: The Coastal Discovery Museum will host a temporary exhibition featuring 12 artists in a variety of mediums. Exhibiting together for the first time will be John Crum, Amiri Geuka Farris, Kelly Logan Graham, Tim Holsinger, Amos Hummell, Kevin Lawless, Mira Scott, Donavon Schmidt, Murray Sease, Nance Sneddon, L.Robert Stanfield, and Mark A. Taylor. Artists will be present from noon-2 p.m. Thursday afternoons during the exhibit to discuss their works: April 5, Murray Sease; April 12, Kelly Logan Graham; April 19, Amos Hummell and Amiri Farris; and April 26, L. Robert Stanfield.

Free. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and 11 a.m.-3p.m.

Sundays, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org.

HILTONHEADISLANDBOATSHOW.COM

Fourteenth InWater Boat Show May 5 & 6, 2018 Showcasing over 80 boats & watercrafts | Nautical lifestyle, decor & gear vendors Demos, seminars, music, kids zone & prize drawings | Food and beverages prepared

by South Carolina Yacht Club available for purchase

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APRIL 5 THE HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER OF THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA: Join the Hilton Head Area Chapter of MOAA for a tour and luncheon. 10 a.m., National Museum of the Mighty 8th Air Force, Pooler, Georgia. All MOAA eligible candidates are welcome. marylou101041@aol.com.

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST

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he grand finale to Lean Ensemble Theater’s season is Oscar Wilde’s "The Importance of Being Earnest," often lauded as the most perfect comedy in the English language. With her insistence on Victorian propriety, the imperious socialclimbing Lady Augusta Bracknell triggers a madcap plot of deception, disguise and misadventure. The story revolves around two bachelors’ pursuit of women who claim to love only men named Earnest. Wilde aims his pen and fires wit at hypocrisy, self-importance, priggishness and entitlement — timely subjects for satire today as well as in 1895 when the play was first produced.

Directed by Christine Albright, the cast features Ensemble members Bill Gorman, Ian McCabe, Blake White, and Jenny Zmarzly, along with four actors making their Lean Ensemble debuts: Gracyn Mix, Amanda Sox, Michael Weaver and Mimi Wyche.

"The Importance of Being Earnest" takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. April 26-28 and May 3-5.

Matinees are at 2 p.m. April 29 and May 6. All performances are at HHPS Main Street Theater, 3000 Main St. on Hilton Head Island. Tickets cost $40 evening, $35 matinee. $15 for students/active military. Group rates available.

For more information, call 843.715.6676 or go to leanensemble.org.

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JUDY BLAHUT PRESENTS “FRACTURED SHELLS: SEEING THE UNSEEN”: Living on Hilton Head Island, with all of its raw natural beauty, inspired artist Judy Blahut to create “Fractured Shells.” This exhibit, hosted by Art League of Hilton Head, showcases Blahut’s paintings of an often overlooked portion of Hilton Head’s beauty. Free and open to the public. An opening reception will be held from 5-7 p.m. April 4. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Art League Gallery, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head. 843-681-5060 or admin@artleaguehhi.org.

APRIL 4 CLIMATE CHANGE AND THE LOWCOUNTRY: The Coastal Discovery Museum will host Sarah Watson to discuss the basic science behind climate changes and sea level rise, as well as how the Lowcountry is affected by extreme weather and more frequent tidal flooding.

Participants will learn some of the ways we can address climate change and reduce impacts from the effects. Cost is $7 per person and reservations are required. 3 p.m., 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767, ext. 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.

SLICK SLEUTH – HEALTHY GROCERY STORE TOUR: Join certified nutritional coach Sharon McDonnell on an adventure that will leave you with meal planning tips and the knowledge to make healthier food choices and select fresh fish. Learn how to read food labels, identify synonyms for sugar, and what fruits and vegetables are part of the dirty dozen and clean 15. Cost is $30 per adult and reservations required. 2–3:30 p.m., 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-1979.

KICK-START POETRY READING: Seven local poets will read their work to celebrate the start of National Poetry Month.

The event is sponsored by the Island Writers’ Network and the Pat Conroy Literary Center to show how the Lowcountry experience is captured and explored in the creative word and through unique voices.

Free. 6-7:30 p.m., 11 Beach City Road, Hilton Head Island. billnewby517@gmail.com.

APRIL 5, 12, 19, 26 MUSIC & TASTE ON THE HARBOUR: This spring outdoor concert series will feature a variety of bands, gourmet food, shopping and sunset water views. Dance by the iconic Neptune Statue as you enjoy specially-priced light appetizers, wine, beer and cocktails. Free. 6-9 p.m., Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina, Hilton Head Island. 843-548-0060 or palmettodunes.com/sheltercove/events-hilton-head.

APRIL 6 WHAT'S THE BUZZ: Pollinators are crucial to plant and animal diversity and health, but their existence is under attack worldwide. Laura Lee Rose of the Clemson Extension will explain how to make a difference by inviting pollinators into the landscape. Free, open to the public and no RSVP is required.

1 p.m., 120 Palmetto Way, Bluffton. 843-255-6512.

of Bluffton's finest chefs, wine pairings and more. There will be two group options for the culinary demonstrations and tours. Tickets are $75.

3-8 p.m., Hampton Lake Clubhouse, 202 Hampton Lake Crossing, Bluffton. megan@ blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.

APRIL 7 LEARN AND PLAY TENNIS PROGRAM: Join the locals for some tennis fun at this free intro clinic. Pre-registration is required. 10 a.m., the Port Royal Racquet Club, Hilton Head Island. coachhaley33@gmail.com.

SOCIETY OF BLUFFTON ARTISTS: Chapman “Chappy” Bailey’s plein air paintings will be featured during an exhibit from April 2 through May 6. The public is invited to an open reception from 3-5 p.m. April 8. Society of Bluffton Artists gallery, Old Town Bluffton.

843-757-6586 or sobagallery.com.

APRIL 9

VEGAN PALEO CHEESEMAKING CLASS: The Palmetto Plant Eaters Club is excited to host Avai as she shows us how to make delicious vegan and paleo non-dairy cheeses and yogurts. $45 per person, class size limited to 15 participants and online registration is required. 1-4 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry, 110 Malphrus Road, Bluffton. 843-816-6179, carlagolden@hargray.com or carlagoldenwellness.com/cheese.

APRIL 8 TASTE OF HAMPTON LAKE: GOURMET CHEF TOUR: Explore five custom homes while enjoying live cooking demonstrations, specialities prepared by some

THE FIRST TEE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY 2018 COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AWARDS BANQUET: The annual banquet is a dinner event benefiting The First Tee of the Lowcountry's innovative, proven program that uses golf to teach children the importance of character-building life skills, core values and healthy habits. Tickets are $125. 5-8 p.m., Sea Pines Country Club, 30 Governors Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-686-2680 or bboyd@ thefirstteelowcountry.org.

This report is courtesy of Ken Oliver, Dunes Real Estate. Not intended to solicit properties currently listed for sale. Copyright Craig Proctor ©1997

LEAN ENSEMBLE THEATER

The Importance of Being Earnest

By Oscar Wilde Directed by Christine Albright

APRIL 11 THE HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER OF THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA: MOAA Spouses for Service will host its monthly luncheon at 12 p.m., ELA’s Blue Water Grill, 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island.

Reservations are required by April 7. jayne.danoff@gmail.com.

hhps main street theatre 3000 main street, hilton head island April 26-28 & May 3-5 7:30 pm • April 29 & May 6 2 pm matinees

$40 evenings • $35 matinees • $15 students/active military Group and special rates available.

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››Calendar APRIL 18 REDUCING PLASTIC POLLUTION IN THE LOWCOUNTRY: Rikki Parker, the project manager and legal analyst for the Coastal Conservation League’s South Coast office, will discuss the magnitude of the plastic pollution problem in the Lowcountry and how the county’s ban on single-use plastic bags was passed. Cost is $7 per person and reservations are required. 3-4 p.m., Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767, ext.

223, or coastaldiscovery.org.

APRIL 14 THIRD ANNUAL SALTY DOG LUAU: Enjoy some island fun with live music, kids’ entertainment and special appearances from Jake the Salty Dog. 4 p.m., The Salty Dog, 232 S. Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island. saltydog.com.

40 Folly Field Road, Hilton Head Island. palmettoquiltguild.org.

“REAL LIFE LEARNING SEMINAR SERIES” KICKOFF: This event series is a new monthly educational seminar program designed by the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce to provide business insight and strategies for professionals throughout all industries. In the first program and series kickoff, the speakers are Don Brashears and Michael Covert. Cost is $10 for members, $20 for nonmembers and pre-registration is recommended. 5-6:30 p.m., Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, 217 Goethe Road, Bluffton. 843-757-1010 or blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.

APRIL 19 PALMETTO QUILT GUILD INC. MEMBERSHIP MEETING: Promote and preserve the art of quilting. The guild will have a membership meeting featuring guest speaker Carol Lyles Shaw, who will discuss modern quilting.

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AMERICAN REVOLUTION ROUND TABLE: This quarter, Stan Deaton, senior historian at the Georgia Historical Society, will offer a fresh look at George Washington's character and leadership and an evaluation of his performance as president.

He’ll also discuss whether Washington would be elected if he ran for president today.

1 p.m., 22 Callawassie Club Drive, Okatie. 757-561-3035 or camnjm@aol.com.

APRIL 20-23 BID FOR PAL ONLINE AUCTION: Shop the Lowcountry and beyond from the comfort of your couch. With the ninth annual Bid for PAL online auction, you can splurge on spa treatments, much-needed vacations or a unique dining experience to help support Palmetto Animal League's no-kill adoption center in Okatie. 8 a.m. April 20 to 10 p.m. April 23. palauction.org.

Registration is at 8:30 a.m. and walk is at 9 a.m., Calhoun Street Promenade in Old Town Bluffton. 843-614-3358.

BLUFFTON OLD TOWN PAINT OUT: Artists are invited to break out their paintbrushes and sun hats for this fun community plein air painting event in the Bluffton Arts District. Gather at the event tent for judging, viewing and awards for first, second and third place. Cost is $20 for advance tickets and $25 on the day of the event.

10 a.m.-4 p.m., Calhoun and Lawrence streets, Bluffton. 843757-8185 or sobagallery.com.

APRIL 21 LOWCOUNTRY MARCH FOR BABIES: Join this fun event and walk with people who share our passion for improving the health of babies and raise money for babies in our community.

NATIVE PLANT SALE: The Coastal Discovery Museum will host its first native plant

sale — a great opportunity to enhance your garden with plants that require little care and provide great benefits to the environment. 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767, ext.

224, or coastaldiscovery.org.

A-TOWN GET DOWN FESTIVAL: Savannah’s handson, interactive, family-friendly celebration of live art, music, and food truck cuisine includes a robust musical lineup of familiar favorites, featuring performances

by Randall Bramblett and more.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $85 for VIP, $15 for military and students, and free for kids younger than 12. Noon-10 p.m., Indian Street under the bridge, between Fahm and Warner streets, Savannah. 917-7429795 or a-towngetdown.com.

HERBARIUM WORKSHOP: Join three local artists at the Coastal Discovery Museum and create your own decorative and educational herbarium using locally found

materials, handmade paper, illustrations and poetic prose. An herbarium is a systematically arranged collection of mounted, dried plants that can be used as a reference. Bring your own items or use what we have gathered during the fall from the Heirloom Garden at the museum. Cost is $45 per person for ages 10 and older and reservations are required. 2-4 p.m., Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767, ext.

223, or coastaldiscovery.org.

APRIL 25 BRAIN HEALTH SUMMIT 2018: Memory Matters will host a Brain Health Summit focused on improving the quality of life for dementia patients and their families, providing resources, support, respite and adult day services with compassion and dignity. Experts such as David Premo, Paul Nussbaum, Kim Baretta, Brittany Thomas, and

Clayton Cooke will share valuable ideas. Tickets are $45 and include light breakfast and lunch. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Hilton Head Beach & Tennis Resort, 40 Folly Field Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-8426688 or memory-matters.org.

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APRIL 26 MUSIC & TASTE ON THE HARBOUR AT SHELTER COVE: Combining great local bands with delicious food and drinks, this spring outdoor concert series on Thursday nights kicks off with The Headliners. Near the statue of Neptune, many Shelter Cove Harbour restaurants will offer specially-priced light appetizers, wine, beer and cocktails.

Limited seating will be provided, attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs. 6-9 p.m.

The Carolina Dreamers Car Club will also hold a “cruise-in” 5-8 p.m. on Shelter Cove Lane.

the Laura Second Concert Choir.

Hosted by Volunteers in Medicine Hilton Head Island. Cost is $125.

6-7 p.m., dinner at FISH Seafood and Raw Bar; 7:30-8:30 p.m., concert. Coligny Theater, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6612.

APRIL 28

AWARD-WINNING ROBERT PILON AND FRIENDS “ONE NIGHT ONLY” CONCERT: This concert will feature stage, television, and recording artist Robert Pilon performing with

HILTON HEAD ISLAND HERB SOCIETY SALE: Enjoy wonderful, in-demand herbal items and products made by The Hilton Head Herb Society during its art sale. Cost is $3 at the gate.

10 a.m., Honey Horn, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. lorenecoq@hargray.com.

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PALMETTO HEART WALK & 5K RACE: Step out and make the commitment to lead a heart-healthy life. We’re not only raising funds, we're raising heartbeats. Activities begin at 8:30 a.m., and the walk starts at 9:30 a.m. Shelter Cove Community Park, 40 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-540-6338, carla.raines@ heart.org or palmettoheartwalk.org.

THE SALTY DOG BURGER BONANZA: Nothing beats a classic burger, and The Salty Dog shows off its burger skills with variations of this American staple. 4 p.m., The Salty Dog, Hilton Head Island. saltydog.com.

APRIL 28-29

HILTON HEAD DANCE THEATRE PRESENTS “TERPSICHORE!”

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n Greek mythology, Terpsichore ("delight in dancing") was one of the nine muses. Hilton Head Dance Theatre borrows her name for its spring performance of classical and contemporary dance.

This year’s program will open with “A Midsummer Night's Dream,” a ballet staged by Karena Brock-Carlyle and based on Shakespeare's play. Anastasia Bassett is Titania and Samuel Chester is Oberon. The four lovers pursuing one another through the woods are Hayden Garniewicz, Philip Ingrassia, Cassie Maurer and Maurice Johnson. Jamal Edwards will portray the hapless Bottom. His tormentor, the trickster Puck, is Joel Johnson. Johnson has returned to Hilton Head Dance Theatre after studying at the Jacqueline Onassis School and the prestigious Rock School in Philadelphia.

Contemporary works in the show include a new ballet by Edwards, inspired by the music of Prince, Michael Jackson and The Eurythmics, and Kathleen Watkins' staging of the iconic Fosse piece “I Wanna Be A Dancin' Man.” The grande finale will be a re-staging of Karena Brock Carlyle's “Gotcha Gottschalk” set to the music of Louis Moreau Gottschalk.

Performances are April 6-7 at 7:30 p.m. and April 8 at 2:30 p.m. at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina.Tickets are $35 for adults; $25 for children and students 18 and under Tickets are available at the box office or online at artshhi.com. For more information, visit hiltonheaddance.com or call 843-842-3262.

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THE ART MARKET AT HISTORIC HONEY HORN: A juried fine art and craft festival held under the live oaks. Over 90 artists with various mediums of art on display and for sale. Cost is $3 per person. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 28 and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. April 29.

Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-6896767, ext. 224, or coastaldiscovery.org.

APRIL 29 THE SALTY DOG PINK MOON CRUISE: Live music and lunar libations for agees 21 and older. Boarding begins at 5:30 p.m., The Salty Dog, Hilton Head Island. cruise.saltydog.com.

SAVE THE DATE MAY 1 LATIN FIESTA: HOSTED BY THE MARY GREEN CHORALE: This event will feature Latin music unique to Lowcountry audiencesm, led by artistic director Mary Woodmansee Green. Bizet’s “Children’s Chorus” and “March of the Toreadors” performed in partnership with the Hispanic Children’s Choir of the Lowcountry opens the concert, followed by “Three Spanish Renaissance Carols” and Manual deFalla’s “Seven Popular Spanish Songs,” performed by soprano Laura Sutton Floyd and accompanied

by pianist Gerald Anderson.

Tickets are $25. 7:30 p.m., Holy Family Church, 24 Pope Ave, Hilton Head Island. 843-2902900 or marygreenchorale.org.

May 3, 10, 17 MUSIC & TASTE ON THE HARBOUR: This spring outdoor concert series will feature a variety of bands, gourmet food, shopping and sunset water views. Dance by the iconic Neptune Statue and enjoy specially-priced light appetizers, wine, beer and cocktails. Free.

6-9 p.m., Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina. 843-548-0060 or palmettodunes.com/sheltercove/events-hilton-head.

MAY 5 LEARN AND PLAY TENNIS PROGRAM: Join the locals for some tennis fun at this

free introductory clinic. Preregistration is required. 10 a.m., the Port Royal Racquet Club, 15 Wimbledon Court, Hilton Head Island. coachhaley33@gmail.com.

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May 12

TRAINING SESSIONS FOR BIKE AMBASSADORS: Bikers interested in volunteering for the Hilton Head Bike Ambassadors Program should attend these training sessions. Free. 6-8 p.m., Palmetto Dunes Fire Station, Hilton Head Island. 843-422-1102 or witherspoon.johnk@gmail.com.

21ST ANNUAL RIB BURNOFF AND BARBECUE FEST: The Kiwanis Club of Hilton Head Island will host barbecue teams from around the country smoking some of the best hog around. Advance tickets are $15; tickets at the gate are $20. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Shelter Cove Community Park, 9 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. bhaley@ hhivacations.com or go to hiltonheadribburnoff.com.

May 12 SPRING SWING FOR CHARITY: The nonprofit Hilton Head Firefighters Association hosts this 18-hole Captain’s Choice golf tournament with lunch, goody bags and awards. Registration is required. Arthur Hills Golf

Course, Palmetto Dunes, Hilton Head Island. 513-659-3957.

40TH ANNUAL MAYFEST: Enjoy this eclectic and homespun Southern festival, famous for its unique arts and crafts, music

and delicious food. You don’t want to miss this year’s Ugly Dog Contest, the Children’s Doughnut Eating Contest and the Pie-Eating Contest. Free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Old Town Bluffton. 843-8152277 or blufftonmayfest.com.

HAVE A BALL! DONATIONS NEEDED! All proceeds go to improve the lives of animals.

842-MEOW (842-6369)

Pickup Available Store Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-4pm

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SETTING SAIL WINDMILL HARBOUR TO HOST ANNUAL BOAT SHOW

May 14 “REAL LIFE LEARNING” SEMINAR SERIES: This monthly educational seminar program designed by The Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce provides business insight and strategies for professionals throughout all industries. Learn about about “Fast Track Networking: Turning Conversations into Contacts” from speaker Lucy Rosen. Cost is $10 for members, $20 for nonmembers and pre-registration is recommended. 5-6:30 p.m., Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, 217 Goethe Road, Bluffton. 843-757-1010 or blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.

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oats of all types and sizes will be on display at the 14th annual Hilton Head Island Boat Show, to be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 5-6 at Windmill Harbour Marina.

Take a look at sailboats, powerboats, watercraft and kayaks — both in the water and parked on trailers — and meet vendors offering marine services, gear, financing, insurance, clothing, sunglasses, art, books and more. The South Carolina Yacht Club will have food and drinks for sale, and there will be live music, clinics, workshops and demonstrations.

Boat show attendees also can explore Windmill Harbour and visit open houses throughout the neighborhood. The 172acre private community, nestled on Jenkins Island between the mainland and Hilton Head Island, offers direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway and stunning waterfront views. Windmill Harbour also is home to one of only three locked harbors on the East Coast, providing tide-free boat storage for slip owners and making it easy for residents to explore area waterways.

Tickets to the boat show are $16 for adults, $10 for students with valid student ID, and free for children ages 12 and younger.

For more information, go to hiltonheadislandboatshow.com.

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31ST ANNUAL ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL CHURCH GARDEN TOUR: This year’s tour includes three gardens in Bluffton and three gardens on Hilton Head Island. All proceeds will be divided among five local charities. Cost is $35 and includes lunch at the church. 843-689-9495 or allsaintsgardentour.com.

ONGOING TUESDAY NIGHT SUPPER CLUB: Join the club at the Sonesta Resort, 130 Shipyard Drive, Hilton Head Island. Three courses for $20 and includes a complimentary glass of wine.

Reservations are required. 8433341-1850 or sonesta.com.

GARVIN-GARVEY COTTAGE TOURS: Visit the newly opened Garvin-Garvey Freedman’s Cottage. $5 per person.

By appointment, Tuesdays

and Thursdays in Oyster Factory Park, 63 Wharf St., Bluffton. townofbluffton. sc.gov/garvin-garvey.

FOREST PRESERVE WAGON JOURNEY: Sit back, relax and experience the animals and plant life of the Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Reservations required.

Cost is $16 for adults and $13 for children ages 12 and younger.

3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Sea Pines Resort. 843-8421979 or seapines.com.

UNCOVERING THE ROOTS OF RECONSTRUCTION: A partnership with the Coastal Discovery Museum, Hilton Head Island Land Trust and the Mitchelville Preservation Project offers a new tour. Meet at the Coastal Discovery Museum for a short introduction and then participants will caravan in their personal vehicles to the sites. Visit the site of the self-governing community of Mitchelville to learn about the Port Royal Experiment and how freedom and Reconstruction impacted the new citizens who lived there. Nearby, join a guide for a tour of Fort Howell, built in 1864 to protect the town of Mitchelville. Cost is $15 for adults, $10 for children ages 6-12 and reservations are required. 9:30 a.m. Fridays, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767, ext.

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HISTORIC ZION CEMETERY AND BAYNARD MAUSOLEUM: Join the Heritage Library for a tour of the cemetery where Revolutionary War soldiers are buried. Learn about the oldest existing structure on Hilton Head Island and explore the location where planters antebellum church and muster house used to sit. $12 per adult, $7 per child.

Registration is required. 10 a.m.

Wednesdays, intersection of U.S. 278 and Mathews Drive. 843686-6050 or heritagelib.org.

TOUR HISTORIC FORT MITCHEL IN HILTON HEAD PLANTATION: Join the Heritage Library for a tour of the Civil War battery Skull Creek built to protect Port Royal Sound the Seabrook Coaling Station. $12 per adult, $7 per child. Registration is required.

10 a.m. Thursdays, 65 Skull Creek Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843686-6050 or heritagelib.org.

HISTORIC TOURS BY BICYCLE: Take a ride along the waterfront corridor of Squire Pope Road and learn about Hilton Head Island’s unique and rich history of Native Americans, The Civil War, Reconstruction, the Gullah Community and more. Tour lasts about 90 minutes and is safe, casual and fun. Helmets required, bug spray and water suggested. Bring your own bike. $15 for adults, $10 for children ages 10 and older. 10 a.m. Wednesdays, leaving from 137 Squire Pope Road, Hilton Head Island. Heritagelib.org.

FARMERS MARKET OF BLUFFTON: The market is now open with additional public parking provided by the town of Bluffton. An artisan showcase on the first Thursday of every month highlights a rotating group of local artists and their fine craftsmanship. Keep an eye out for fabulous new food and farm vendors this year and find your next favorite thing. 1-6 p.m. Thursdays, 1271 May River Road, Bluffton. farmersmarketbluffton.org.

TEA TIME AT ROSE HILL MANSION: Experience afternoon tea at a beautiful plantation house in the Lowcountry. Selections include custom crafted teas, elegant finger sandwiches and heavenly desserts. Small groups or large groups welcome; reservations are required. $40 per person. 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Rose Hill Mansion, 199 Rose Hill Way, Bluffton. 843-757-6046.

GOLF CLINICS FOR ALL AGES: Group and individual golf programs for adults and juniors led by PGA professional Jeff Picus of Excel and Enjoy Golf Academy.

Registration is required. Times vary, Country Club of Hilton Head, Hilton Head Island. 843-2958888 or classapro@pga.com.

THE TOM PEEPLES DISCOVERY LAB: Discover unique and fascinating stories about the Lowcountry’s history and environment through hands-on, interactive displays and games. Your visit to the lab is a fun educational experience for all ages. A $2 donation is suggested. 2-4 p.m. Mondays

and Wednesdays April 2-May 30. The Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-6896767 or coastaldiscovery.org.

HELPING PARENTS HEAL: This nonprofit organization is dedicated to assisting parents who have lost children, giving them support and resources to aid in the healing process. 1-3 p.m. on the second Sunday of every month, Unitarian Universalist Church, 110 Malphrus Road, Bluffton. 201-233-6015 or ivouvalides@aol.com.

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A STROKE OF GENIUS HHI SINGER-SONGWRITER OWES HIS RECOVERY TO MUSIC

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ilton Head Island musician Angie Aparo finds inspiration in even the hardest of times.

In April 2016, the award-winning singer-songwriter suffered a spontaneous carotid artery dissection, a separation of the artery walls that supply blood to the brain.

The arterial damage caused a series of strokes that literally left him speechless.

Having lost the ability to communicate verbally, Aparo was left alone with his thoughts. As he fought to regain his vocabulary, songwriting became his therapy.

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it forced me into this meditative state,” he said. “It was like a spiritual intervention for me. The stroke pulled me into this whole other world.”

That other world is reflected in Aparo latest album, “Life is A Flower, Life is A Gun,” a deeply personal exploration of life, love and the other side of death. Released in February, Aparo’s eighth album is a distinctive blend of evocative lyrics and joyful electronic sound.

Following the stroke, Aparo slowly rebuilt his vocabulary word by word, writing his way through doubt, fear, and pain, surgery and months of hospitalization, armed with a

dictionary, faith and his guitar. Two years later, he considers himself “90 percent recovered.”

In October, he performed at the National Stroke Association’s Comeback Trail 5K Run, and he appeared in the January 2018 issue of StrokeSmart, the NSA’s official magazine.

“Life is A Flower, Life is A Gun” is available on iTunes, Amazon and Spotify, along with Aparo’s previous albums. He will soon kick off a tour of the Southeast to promote the album, with performances scheduled in Atlanta, Nashville and Chattanooga. But he hopes to return to The Jazz Corner, a favorite venue, as soon as his busy schedule allows.

Live Entertainment Hilton Head Island and Bluffton offer many opportunities to hear live music by talented performers. Dates, times and artists are subject to change.

Hilton Head AUNT CHILADA’S EASY STREET CAFE Live music every night. See website for details.

69 Pope Ave. 843-785-7700 facebook.com/auntchiladashhi BIG JIM’S BBQ, BURGERS & PIZZA Seasonal live entertainment Thursdays and Saturdays, 5-8 p.m.

7 Trent Jones Lane 888-322-9095 palmettodunes.com THE BOARDROOM 5 p.m.-late nightly. Happy hour 5-8 p.m.

7 Greenwood Drive, Reilley’s Plaza 843-363-6636 theboardroomlive.com CAPTAIN WOODY’S 6 Target Road 843-785-2400 captainwoodys.com CAROLINA CRAB COMPANY Live entertainment on the outdoor patio.

86 Helmsman Way 843-842-2016 facebook.com/carolinacrabco CHARBAR CO. Live music nightly.

11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; bar open till midnight.

33 Office Park Road 843-785-2427 charbar.co COCONUTZ SPORTZ BAR Live music Fridays, 10 p.m.-late 40 Folly Field Road 843-842-0043 hhibeachandtennis.com ELA’S ON THE WATER Easter Sunday celebration!

April 1. 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

1 Shelter Cove Lane 843-785-3030 elasgrille.com FISHCAMP ON BROAD CREEK Live entertainment on the waterfront patio 11 Simmons Road 843-842-2267 facebook.com/fishcamphhi

FROSTY FROG CAFE Live acoustic music nightly on the newly expanded outdoor patio.

1 N. Forest Beach Drive in Coligny Plaza 843-686-3764 HINCHEY’S CHICAGO BAR & GRILL Live entertainment by local artists. No cover.

70 Pope Ave. in Circle Center 843-686-5959 hincheys.com HOLY TEQUILA Live music entertainment every night.

33 Office Park Road, Suite 213 843-681-8226 holytequila.com THE JAZZ CORNER April 1st: The Lavon Stevens Quartet featuring Louise Spencer Sundays: Deas Guys R&B and Motown Mondays: The Marvin Lesch Band Tuesdays: Fat Tuesdays’ A Swingin’ Celebration of New Orleans & Beyond Wednesdays: The Earl Williams Quartet Thursdays: Lavon Stevens presents “Jazz in the Key of Life” 1000 William Hilton Parkway in The Village At Wexford 843-842-8620 thejazzcorner.com LOCAL PIE Live music on the deck on Wednesdays.

55 New Orleans Road 843-842-7437 localpie.com MEDITERRANEAN HARBOUR BAR & GRILL Live music daily.

13 Harbourside Lane, Unit B 843-842-9991 mediterraneanharbour.com RED FISH 8 Archer Road 843-686-3388 redfishofhiltonhead.com REILLEY’S NORTH END PUB 95 Mathews Drive in Port Royal Plaza 843-681-4153 reilleysnorth.com

ROOFTOP AT POSEIDON’S Drivin and Cryin\opening act Naytiv April 12: 9:00 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Tickets available online.

Spazmatics April 13th. 9:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

Wear your raddest 80’s attire!

38 Shelter Cove Ln., Suite 121 843-341-3838 poseidonhhi.com RUBY LEE’S Live music Tuesdays through Saturdays. $7 per person.

Reservations suggested.

46 Old Wild Horse Road 843-681-7829 rubylees.com RUBY LEE’S SOUTH Mondays: Earl Williams featuring Alexander Newton.

Tuesdays: Target the Band.

Wednesdays: Target the Band.

Thursdays: Candace Woodson and the CW All Stars.

Fridays: Gwen & TC Soul Saturdays: Stee & the Ear Candy Band 19 Dunnagans Alley 843-785-7825 rubyleessouth.com SAN MIGUEL’S Live entertainment in season.

9 Harbourside Lane 843-842-4555 sanmiguels.com SANTA FE CAFE 7-10 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays: Ranchero guitarist Ray Elias 807 William Hilton Parkway #700 843-785-3838 santafehhi.com

Bluffton CALHOUN STREET TAVERN Live music 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays, and noon-3 p.m. Sundays 9 Promenade St., Suite. 1201 843-757-4334 calhounstreettavern.com CORKS WINE COMPANY Live music every Tuesday and Friday 14 Promenade St., Ste. 306 843-815-5168 corkswinecobluffton.com THE PEARL KITCHEN + BAR Celebrate Easter Sunday April 1st. 5-10 p.m.

6-9 p.m. Thursdays & Fridays: Reid Richmond 6-9 p.m. Saturdays: John Wasem RED FISH BLUFFTON Easter Sunday brunch April 1 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m 32 Bruin Road 843-837-8888 redfishofbluffton.com ROASTING ROOM LOUNGE & LISTENING ROOM Over a dozen talented musicians in April.

Ticket prices vary.

1297 May River Road 843-368-4464 roastingroomlounge.com

TIKI HUT 17 musicians throughout April.

1 p.m. Saturdays: House band Jojo Squirrel & the Home Pickles 1 S. Forest Beach Drive in Coligny Plaza 843-785-5126 tikihuthhi.com UP THE CREEK PUB & GRILL Live music at 7 p.m. Friday nights.

843-681-3625 18 Simmons Road upthecreekpubandgrill.com

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Catering to any appetite

The Dinner Party Filet Mignon Beef Tartare Crispy Calamari Clarke’s Mussels Fresh Oysters Braised Pork Belly Darren Clarke’s Tavern 8 Executive Park Road Hilton Head Island 843-341-3002 DarrenClarkesTavern.com

The Tailgater Variety of Sandwich and Wraps Trays Bacon-Cheddar, Buffalo Chicken & Pork Sliders Buffalo Chicken Wings and Chicken Tenders Platters Hofmann or Nathan's Hotdogs Platters STREET MEET AMERICAN TAVERN 95 Mathews Drive, Port Royal Plaza Hilton Head Island 843-842-2570 StreetMeetHHI.com *Place order by 5 p.m. for next day pick up/delivery.

HHI $50 minimum/Bluffton $100 minimum

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Land & Sea May River Blue Crab Rice

Come to Clarke’s.

S.C. White Shrimp Larb Seared Flounder Rigatoni Grilled Heritage Pork Chop FARM Bluffton 1301 May River Rd, Bluffton 843-707-2041 FarmBluffton.com

Feeding a Crowd Seafood Paella Frogmore Stew Shrimp and Grits Traditional Chef-Attended Italian Pasta Bar Traditional Chef Salad Bar Zeppelin’s at Station 300 25 Innovation Dr, Bluffton 843-815-2695, ext. 7

843.341.3002 DarrenClarkesTavern.com 8 Executive Park Road Hilton Head Island SC 29928

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Upscale Fan Favorites Philly Cheesesteak Slider Mini Chipotle Chicken Quesadillas Roasted Herbed Duck Cornbread-Stuffed Chicken Breast Hilton Head Island Beach & Tennis Resort 40 Folly Field Road Hilton Head Island 843-842-4402 HHIBeachAndTennis.com

inside station 300 family & fun entertainment center

• New banquet hall capable of catering event of up to 125 people • Under management of new Food & Beverage Manager & Executive Chef, Michael Chapman • Private Patio • Dance floor • Stage for bands • Private bathrooms • Piped in music

Tuna Poke Blackened Triggerfish Salmon Oscar Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes

AT STATION 300

25 Innovation Dr. Buckwalter Place Bluffton

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By The Sea

RockFish Seafood & Steaks 5 Lagoon Road Hilton Head Island 843-689-2662 RockFishHHI.com

People Pleaser Brunch Sampler

Caprese Skewers Mushrooms Veronique

Sampler Platter of Savory and Sweet Mini Croissants

Miniature Local Balls

Mini Chicken and Tuna Sandwiches on Homemade Bread

Pizza

Salad Platters – Spinach & Strawberry, Cobb, BBQ Chicken salad, Chicken salad and Tuna Salad Roast Beef, Turkey and Ham Sandwiches on Homemade Bread The French Bakery & European Cuisine 28 Shelter Cove Lane #120 Hilton Head Island 843-342-5420 FrenchBakeryHiltonHead.com

Local Pie-Hilton Head 55 New Orleans Rd. # 106 Hilton Head Island 843-842.7437 Local Pie-Bluffton 15 State of Mind St. 843-837-7437 LocalPie.com

Our menus change frequently, inspired by the seasonal bounty of Lowcountry produce, cultural traditions from around the world, and contemporary culinary ideas.

To see our current menu or make a reservation, visit www.FarmBluffton.com Lunch: 11pm–2pm | Dinner: 5pm–10pm Tuesday through Saturday Now booking private events in our upstairs dining room.

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A Taste of History CELEBRATE 50 YEARS OF THE HERITAGE WITH CLASSIC APPETIZERS STORY AND PHOTOS BY CARRIE HIRSCH

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t seems 1969 was a big year for both golf and gourmet. It was the first year of the tournament that would become the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. And it was the year “The Galloping Gourmet with Graham Kerr” first hit TV airwaves and the 11th edition of the “Betty Crocker Cookbook” was released. Home cooks were serving up pigs in blankets, cheese puffs, oysters Rockefeller, Lipton onion dip and nut-ecrusted cheese logs.

Other retro dishes still are popular, like fondue, and shrimp cocktail featuring local shrimp is always a hit.

And while a few things have changed since 1969 — organic produce is in every store, ingredients from around the world can be delivered to your door — others haven’t. The Heritage is still the biggest event of the year, and people still love to gather for the tournament over drinks and dishes.

Endive Spears with Cinnamon Apple Purée & Blue Cheese Makes: 8-10 servings 1/4 cup shelled pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon paprika 2 endives 4 ounces blue cheese crumbles 1/2 cup sweetened cinnamon apple purée, divided To make the topping, combine the first eight ingredients in a small bowl, tossing until well incorporated. Cut off the bottoms of the endives and separate the spears. Arrange the large outer spears on a serving platter and discard the inner spears. Spoon the cinnamon apple purée onto the center of each spear and top with blue cheese. Sprinkle with topping and serve immediately.

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Mashed Potato Croquettes au Fromage Makes: 20-24 croquettes The croquettes can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to two days.

For croquettes: 4 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 tablespoons onion, minced 1 tablespoon milk 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, sifted 1/2 cup white cheddar or other hard cheese, grated 1 egg, beaten

For coating: 2 eggs, beaten 2 cups fine bread crumbs For frying: Vegetable oil Deep fryer or deep, heavy skillet Dipping sauce: 3/4 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons chives, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

Bring water to a boil and add potatoes and onion. Boil for 15 minutes or until cooked. Drain and mash the potatoes with milk, butter, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Stir in sifted flour, grated cheese and beaten egg. Make sure the mashed potatoes are on the dry side or the croquettes will not hold their shape. If the mixture is too wet, add more flour or another cooked potato. Cool and refrigerate for 1 hour.

To make the dipping sauce, combine sour cream, chives, lemon juice and salt. Cover and refrigerate.

Form the cooled potato mixture into 1-inch balls. Heat oil to 350 degrees in a deep fryer or heavy skillet. Dip the balls into the beaten eggs and then roll in bread crumbs. Fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes, turning once. Remove from oil with tongs and place on a cake cooling rack to drain excess oil. Transfer to a warmed serving platter and serve with dipping sauce.

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CHARBAR TO HOST BURGERS AND BOOKS

FARM LANDS COVER SHOT OF NATIONAL MAGAZINE

Charbar Co. of Hilton Head Island has announced its second annual Burgers and Books event, a community outreach program in partnership with the Literacy Center of Beaufort County. Every Monday till May, Charbar will donate a percentage of proceeds to the center. The nonprofit groups works to promote adult literacy locally.

FARM Bluffton is featured on the front cover of the April edition of The Local Palate, a national Southern food magazine based in Charleston.

In addition to the cover, the restaurant is featured in a 10-page spread in the publication. The article includes recipes and photos of the restaurant’s creations. FARM serves lunch and dinner Tuesdays through Saturdays at 1301 May River Road in Bluffton. For more information, call 843-707-2041 or go to farmbluffton.com.

STRAWBERRY SEASON GETS UNDERWAY Dempsey Farms on St. Helena Island has opened for strawberry picking. The farm lost a large percentage of its strawberries and pumpkin crops last fall during a freeze, so call ahead to make sure it is open before you go. Dempsey Farms is at 1576 Sea Island Parkway on St. Helena Island, 11 miles east of Beaufort. For more information, call 843-838-3656 or “like” Dempsey Farms on Facebook.

DOWNTOWN CATERING COMPANY HIRES BREWER Jennifer Brewer brings to Downtown Catering Company more than 20 years of experience in management, customer service, event planning, community relations and food and beverage — both in restaurants and food education. She was the community relations manager for Earth Fare supermarket in Ashville, North Carolina, and for the last four years has worked on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton four years as a server, a baker and a manager. Brewer is also a certified yoga teacher.

CRABBY’S CORNER NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS

PARKER’S EXPANDS FOOD SERVICES Parker’s, a chain of convenience stores, has expanded its kitchen concept to 30 stores in Georgia and South Carolina. Parker’s Kitchen serves fresh, Southern-inspired food made from scratch daily and is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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After months of back-and-forth with the town of Bluffton, Crabby’s Corner in Old Town Bluffton is now fully reopened and serving food.

Last year, the town shut down the establishment, saying the business violated zoning laws that prohibited the sale of prepared foods. It was determined that Crabby’s Corner was purchased months before the new zoning laws were put in place and the restaurant was able to reopen. Crabby’s Corner specializes in treats like ice cream, milkshakes, shaved ice, frappuccinos, coffee and tea. Crabby’s Corner is at 7 Lawton St. at the same site as Mameem & Maudie. For more information, call 843-757-0786.

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CALHOUN STREET BLUFFTON

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Family-oriented restaurant serving great food at affordable prices. For more than 25 years Bella Italia has been placing lots of emphasis on freshness and quality, including the sauces, the homemade meatballs, fried-daily eggplant, inhouse cut chicken, and more. Pizza and salads are specialties.

Large pizzas will feed a family. Delivery available mid-island to the bridge. 95 Mathews Dr. (Port Royal Plaza) 843-689-5560, bellaitaliahhi.com

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An upscale Italian pizzeria featuring authentic New York pies, homemade Italian entrees, and a full bar. NYCP offers three kinds of pizza crust: NY Style (thin), Pan, and Sicilian, and a variety of Italian dishes, appetizers, subs, calzones, and veal/ chicken entrees. Kid’s menu. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week with dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering.

45 Pembroke Dr. (Festival Centre); 843-689-2229

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Dine indoors or outside on the patio, the Old Fort Pub offers beautiful views of the Intracoastal Waterway and is the only AAA Four Diamond Restaurant on Hilton Head. (Won 11 times!) Enjoy “new south” favorites with influences from around the globe. Try the “Pub and Patio” menu offering smaller portions of Old Fort Pub’s signature entrees.

Reservations Recommended. 65 Skull Creek Drive; 843-681-2386, OldFortPub.com

Reilley’s North End Pub nGa

A genuine island institution, Reilley’s has been serving up steaks, seafood, pasta & sandwiches for more than 35 years.

Specials include Monday Night Lobster and Friday and Saturday Prime Rib; reservations required. Kids eat free Tuesdays with the purchase of an adult entrée. 95 Mathews Dr. (Port Royal Plaza) 843-681-4153, reilleysnorth.com

Street Meet: The American Tavern nGa “Sidewalk Sandwiches from America’s Favorite Street Corners™” Street Meet specializes in homemade versions of regional American bar food. Voted: People’s Choice Awards Best Bar 2015, Island’s Best Hot Dog. Best Wings, Best Fish & Chips, Homemade Soups, Salads with Fresh Local Produce, Vegetarian Menu, Seafood. Port Royal Plaza, 843-842-2570, streetmeethhi.com

Gator’z Pizza G Be sure to stop by Gator’z Pizza and order the “Bigly” MEGA Pizza. It’s 400 square inches of pizza perfection! These delicious square pizzas are available for both dine in and take out. Remember that you get more with a square pizza-just to do the math! Pie R Square! 40 Folly Field Road. Beach & Tennis Resort; 843-842-0043 Munchies nG A true American deli and ice cream shop that only uses Boar's Head meats, cheeses and Nathan's famous all-beef hot dogs. Menu items include paninis, wraps, salads, homemade quiche, soups and more. Satisfy your sweet tooth with homemade chocolate candy, fudge, baked goods and premium ice cream. Gluten-free bread/wraps; vegan and vegetarian options. 1407 Main Strret, Main Street Village; 843-785-3354

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CocoNutz Sportz Bar Ga Open to the public. Imagine your favorite sporting events shown on dual 125” high-definition screens and 18 other TV’s tuned in to every sporting event imaginable. That’s what you will find at CocoNutz. $12 buckets of domestic beer, darts and pool. If you get hungry, we have the “Island’s Best Wings,” 1st place at Wingfest 2017, craft burgers and brews, prime rib. 40 Folly Field Road, Beach & Tennis Resort; 843-842-0043

Il Carpaccio nG Il Carpaccio serves a wide variety of authentic Italian cuisine, ranging from the highly regarded cuisine of Northern Italy to genuine crispy, thin-crust, Italianstyle pizza. Casual, attractive restaurant, with large, attractive bar and a genuine brick oven (imported from Italy) for baking pizza. Attractive new additional dining room perfect for group functions. 200A Museum St. (Across from Walmart). 843-342-9949

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Operated by the Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort family.

Chef de Cuisine Sean Carroll introduces an updated summer menu using seasonal ingredients with a strong emphasis on seafood while paying homage to Alexander’s original favorites. Dinner is available from 5–10pm seven days a week. 76 Queens Folly Rd. (Palmetto Dunes) 843-785-4999, alexandersrestaurant.com

Big Jim’s BBQ, Burgers & Pizza nG TASTE Grilled salmon with asparagus in béchamel sauce

Located inside the Robert Trent Jones Clubhouse, Big Jim’s offers signature Southern dishes, gourmet burgers, grilled pizzas, homemade soups, salads, seafood, steaks and falloff-the-bone ribs. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Seasonal live entertainment. Big screen TVs and outdoor seating make Big Jim’s the perfect spot to watch sports.

Take-out and catering available. 7 Trent Jones Ln. (Palmetto Dunes) 855-878-1966, palmettodunes.com/big-jims

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Longtime island chef Alfred Kettering learned to prepare classical European cuisine at the Rhein School of Culinary Arts in Germany and some of the best hotels in Switzerland and Holland. His cuisine combines many appealing elements of classic Continental and authentic German cuisine. Tempting seafood and meat entrées, plus hot and cold appetizers, soups and salads. Casually elegant seating, plus a chef’s counter overlooking the open kitchen. Reservations recommended. Plantation Center (Hwy. 278, near Palmetto Dunes) 843-341-3117, www.alfredshiltonhead.com

Bistro 17 nG

Excellent French bistro-style food. Indoors, the intimate restaurant boasts crisp white tablecloths, a huge wooden wine rack, and an overall cozy atmosphere. The spacious outdoor patio directly overlooks Shelter Cove Harbour. Fresh seafood is delivered six days a week. A children’s menu and reservations are available. Dog-friendly 17-D Harbourside Ln. (Shelter Cove Marina) 843-785-5517, bistro17hhi.com

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ELA’S Blu Water Grille n G

Fresh catch seafood and prime cut steaks of the highest quality, artfully prepared by their team of culinary experts, compliment the extensive boutique wine selection. Overlooking Shelter Cove marina and Broad Creek, ELA’S offers the island’s best water views. A casual intimate interior, wrap around patio, and nightly entertainment provide the perfect dining experience or location to host events & private parties. Reservations recommended. 1 Shelter Cove Ln. (Shelter Cove) 843-785-3030, elasgrille.com

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Fishcamp on Broad Creek nGa

Fishcamp’s menu consists of mainly seafood and American cuisine, including steak and lobster. The main attraction is the outdoor bar and open patio. The restaurant is family friendly, and offers corn hole and a children’s menu. The history of the fish camp is legendary, and the venue embodies the rich Native Islander culture of Hilton Head Island. Pet-friendly outdoor pavilion. 11 Simmons Road (Adjacent to Broad Creek Marina) 843-842-2267, fishcamphhi.com

Flora’s Italian Cafe G Family-owned by a dynamic European couple and their son. The husband is a renowned chef, having cooked for several heads of state, while the wife is an excellent pastry chef. Wide selection of appetizers, tempting entrées include pastas, seafood, chops and veal, and wonderful homemade desserts. Selection of wines from California, Italy & Australia. Reservations recommended. 841 Wlm Hilton Pkwy.843-842-8200, florasitaliancafe.com

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The French Bakery & Courtyard Café gn Have breakfast or lunch inside or outdoors in this bakery/café. Broad range of crepes, omelets, breads, baguette and grilled panini sandwiches, salads, soups, quiches and lots of wonderful pastries. The restaurant prides itself in the production of some of the finest bakery products in the region by using traditional French recipes, baking methods and imported French ingredients. 28 Shelter Cove Lane, Suite 120; 843-342-5420, frenchbakeryhiltonhead.com

Island Bagel & Deli gn The only real New York style boiled bagels made from scratch daily on the island. Choose from 16 flavors of bagels, 12 flavors of home-made cream cheese and a variety of fresh baked pastries and breakfast sandwiches. For lunch try the specialty hoagies or your favorite deli classic sandwiches and salads. Catering available and call-ins welcome. Breakfast and lunch daily. S. Island Square, 843-686-3353, islandbagelanddeli.com Jamaica Joe’z Beach Bar n G

Open 7 days. Jamaica Joe’z is steps from the beach and a great place to kick back, snack on some pork nachos or a burger, and cool off with a frozen cocktail, ice cold beer or a soft drink.

If you are not a guest at the Hilton Head Island Beach and Tennis Resort, simply pay $5 for a pass and you will be rewarded with $5 in Jamaica Joe’z bucks. Find them online at: www.hhibeachandtennis.com. or Like them on Facebook at: Facebook.com/JamaicaJoezBeachBar. 40 Folly Field Rd, Mid-island, 843-842-0043

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The owners of Wren Bistro in Beaufort opened Jane Bistro & Bar, serving classic bistro fare with Lowcountry influences. Favorites include the jumbo lump crab cakes, toasted pecan cranberry chicken salad, crispy flounder and petit filet mignon with pommes frites. There is spacious outdoor patio seating and a Kids Menu with healthful selections. Open 7 days a week. 28 Shelter Cove Lane, Suite 109 (Shelter Cove Towne Centre) 843 686-5696, janehhi.com

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Mediterranean Harbour Bar & Grill nGa

Simon Mikhael has brought Lebanese cuisine to Hilton Head. For those unfamiliar with Lebanese cuisine, most dishes are grilled or baked and use ingredients like lemon, garlic, parsley, olive oil and spices. Enjoy their indoor and outdoor seating with a full service bar. Open daily and serving lunch. Shelter Cove Harbour, 843-842-9991, mediterraneanharbour.com

New York City Pizza nG

An upscale Italian pizzeria featuring authentic New York pies, homemade Italian entrees, and a full bar. NYCP offers three kinds of pizza crust: NY Style (thin), Pan, and Sicilian, and a variety of Italian dishes, appetizers, subs, calzones, and veal/chicken entrees. Kid’s menu. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week with dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering. Daily happy hour. Shelter Cove Towne Center; 843-785-4200

Old Oyster Factory Ga Panoramic marsh and water views. Specializing in fresh seafood and some of the best steaks on Hilton Head. Recently recommended in “Off the Beaten Track” column of The Wall Street Journal.

Recipient of Wine Spectator magazine’s “Award of Excellence” for the wine list and knowledge of wine. Children’s menu available. Casual dress.

Reservations accepted. 101 Marshland Rd. 843681-6040, OldOysterFactory.com

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Orange Leaf

Self-serve chain with unusual frozen yogurt flavors plus a variety of toppings. 38 Shelter Cove Ln #128, Hilton Head Island. 843 689-5323, orangeleafyogurt.com

Ruan Thai Cuisine nG

Bunruan Suphata (Ruan), a native of Thailand, cooks authentic Thai fare based upon the cuisine of central Thailand. It ranges from curries to seafood to duck. Everything is prepared from scratch. Portions are generous. Lunch (informal) is served Monday-Saturday, and dinner (complete with white tablecloths) seven days a week. A children’s menu, take-out and dinner reservations are available. 811 Wlm Hilton Pkwy. 843-785-8575, myruanthai.com

San Miguel’s nG Located directly on the harbour at Shelter Cove and provides islanders and visitors with good food and fun. Extensive California/Mexican menu. Try San Miguel’s Fish Tacos. The staff is especially proud of the fajitas and chimichangas. The Especiales de la Casa are popular favorites. Lunch and dinner served 7 days a week. Casual dress. 9 Harbourside Ln. (Shelter Cove Harbour) 843-842-4555, sanmiguels.com

Santa Fe Cafe nG Enjoy casually elegant dining in a longtime (20-plus years) island favorite that captures the spirit of New Mexico. Signature items include Parmesan Chipotle Grouper (written up in Tennis magazine), 24-ounce bone-in ribeye steaks, fajitas made with filet mignon, and Painted Desert Soup.

Only authentic New Mexican chilies are used. 807 Wlm. Hilton Pkwy. (Plantation Center, by Palmetto Dunes) 843-785-3838, santafecafeofhiltonhead.com

British Open Pub n G a Family friendly pub style restaurants featuring authentic English food with additional American favorites and certified Angus beef. Try the signature fish and chips along with other British fare, including shepherd’s pie, steak and mushroom pie, lobster pot pie and bangers and mash.

Casual dress. Village at Wexford; 843-686-6736. thebritishopenpub.com

Sea Grass Grille nG American and Lowcountry Continental cuisine. Chef Chad, a graduate of the prestigious Culinary Institute of America of Hyde Park, New York, brings 38 years of hands-on culinary expertise. More than 50 wines by the glass. Won Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence in 2012, 2013. Kids menu. Reservations accepted. 807 Wlm. Hilton Pkwy.

(Plantation Center, by Palmetto Dunes) 843-785-9990, seagrassgrille.com Up the Creek Pub & Grill nGa Located on Broad Creek with a great view of the marina, boats & Broad Creek. This popular lowcountry hideaway offers casual waterfront dining on their decks. Known for smoked wings, hush puppies, house specialty buffalo chicken dip, beer selection and the best burgers on the Island. Kids menu available. Dogs are welcome. 18 Simmons Rd. (Broad Creek Marina) 843-681-3625, upthecreekpubandgrill.com HILTON HEAD – SOUTH END Aunt Chilada’s Easy Street Café nG

Excellent Tex-Mex and American fare is their specialty. Enjoy the all-you-can-eat crab legs, sizzling fajitas, & delicious margaritas. Kids menu available. Casual dress. Reservations & large parties welcome. Private dining/event area. Live entertainment (seasonally) on the covered patio; Delicious wings, fajitas and to-go party package menu available. 69 Pope Avenue; 843-785-7700, auntchiladashhi.com

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Where the South Pacific meets the Carolina Coast just steps from the beach, escape to the Big Bamboo Cafe. A long-running, casual hangout with a local vibe and a menu of burgers, seafood and festive libations. Come for the food, stay for the live entertainment! 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Coligny Plaza 843-686-3443, www.bigbamboocafe.com

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Enjoy “Fresh Seafood, Cold Beer & Great Happy Hour & Still A Locals Favorite For Over 30 Years!” They have dining inside and outside on the patio, with friendly owners and staff which adds up to a great place to eat. Captain Woody’s serves a wide variety of fresh seafood, great signature sandwiches, award winning soups and salads all at affordable prices. Hilton Head: 6 Target Rd (off of Palmetto Bay Rd) (843) 785-2400

Carolina Crab Company nG

Boasting water views, C3 prides themselves on great, fresh seafood at an affordable price in a family-friendly atmosphere. The menu offers an array of seafood; from light & healthy peel-n-eat shrimp, to giant Po Boys, burgers, Maine lobster and crab legs. Pet-friendly outside bar and patio. 86 Helmsman Way; 843-842-2016, carolinacrabco.com

ChowDaddy’s nG Chow Daddy’s offers a wide variety of unique menu items focusing on buns, bowls, and tacos and great libations. Enjoy avocado toast with a kale and quinoa salad or you can dive in to the pork sliders, a house ground rib eye burger, or their famous smoked fried chicken. Serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Call for Priority Seating Take out available.

14b Executive Park Rd., Hilton Head (off of Pope Ave); 843-757-CHOW(2469), chowdaddys.com Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse G A unique, all-you-can eat “Churrascaria.” Enjoy a full salad bar with over 30 items, six Brazilian hot dishes and a “parade” of 16 USDA Prime cuts of beef, lamb, chicken and pork carved at your table by their gauchos. Featuring a full bar, an eclectic wine list and their famous Brazilian drink “caipirinha.” Beautifully decorated restaurant featuring Chihuly lighting. 1000 William Hilton Parkway, B-6. 843715-3565, cowboybraziliansteakhouse.com

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››Dining | Favorites CQ’s Restaurant nG SInce 1973 CQ’s combines fine dining, an intimate atmosphere and a touch of Hilton Head history. Signature dishes inspired by the abundant varieties of fresh seafood, beef and game. Craft your own unique menu at The Chef’s Table (by special arrangement). The “Bistro” menu offers smaller portions of CQ’s signature entrees. Children’s menus and take-out are available. 140 Lighthouse Road; 843-671-2779, CQsRestaurant.com Crane’s Tavern Steakhouse & Seafood G A great destination for steak and seafood lovers, serving cuts of only USDA Prime grade beef, including their Famous Prime Rib. Excellent selection of fresh fish, seafood and pasta dishes.

Recipient of Wine Spectator magazine’s Award of Excellence. Everything, from dressings to dessert, that can be is homemade. Reservations appreciated. 26 New Orleans Rd. (near Sea Pines Circle); 843-341-2333, cranestavern.com Crazy Crab Harbour Town nG Visit either Crazy Crab location and enjoy genuine service and fresh seafood; a Hilton Head tradition for over 30 years! Menus feature crab clusters, local oysters, seafood “your way,” king crab, fresh local shrimp and more. Dine among beautiful, waterfront sunsets at Jarvis Creek, or in the heart of Sea Pines at Harbour Town. Large parties welcome. Children’s menu available.

Harbour Town: In the Sea Pines Resort; 843-363-2722, thecrazycrab.com Dough Boys Pizza nG

Offering various house made crusts: traditional hand tossed, thin crust and thick Sicilian. The Create-Your-Own-Chopped Salad has over 40 different items to choose from. Specialty subs include a Philly cheesesteak that makes Pat & Geno jealous, a secret recipe meatball sub, all served on Amoroso rolls. Dine In, Takeout and Island Wide Delivery. 1 New Orleans Rd. 843686-2697, DoughBoysHHI.com

Delisheeyo n G

Vegetarian. Delisheeyo owner Blake Wearren set out to create a place for people to escape for lunch. The fruit and veggie smoothies are a quick meal by themselves.

Their Buddha Bowls, consisting of steamed grain and healthy toppings of your choice, is a favorite of the regulars. Delisheeyo’s mission is to provide meals that you can trust, that are real, and healthy. 32 Palmetto Bay Road; 843-785-3633, delisheeeyo.com

FISH Seafood & Raw Bar G FISH Seafood & Raw Bar places a premium on sourcing delicious seafood from local sources and lightly preparing it with a deep respect for regional foodways and Lowcountry culinary history. Their courteous and knowledgeable staff can guide you on a journey of inspired seafood dishes in a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. Live entertainment at the FISH Bowl music venue. 1 N Forest Beach Dr. (Coligny Plaza); 843-342-3474, gofishhhi.com Flatbread Grill & Bar nG Upscale, casual dining. Enjoy Neapolitan pizza, fresh pasta, gourmet salads, burgers, wraps, hardy flatbread sandwiches and a great selection of entrées. Dough and sauces are freshly made on the premises. Local produce is used as available. 2 North Forest Beach Dr. (Beach Market Center); 843-341-2225, flatbreadgrillhhi.com Frosty Frog Cafe & Pizza nGa

Dine inside or out on the large patio w/retractable roof & live acoustic music nightly. Enjoy daiquiris, wine, beer & a full liquor bar; an extensive menu includes burgers, crabcakes, salads, wraps, pizza, calzones, crab legs, shrimp, extensive gluten-free options & a kids menu. As Frosty says “Life may not be a party...but we sure act like it.” They offer – NTN TRIVIA. Coligny Plaza; 843-686-FROG (3764), frostyfrog.com

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Charbar Co. n G

Voted Top 16 Burgers in the World at the World Burger Championship. Pick a bread, a protein, veggies, and toppings and Charbar will whip up a custom-built burger that will blow your mind. Voted Hilton Head’s “Best Burger” Burgers & Brew Festival 2012-2016 and Hilton Head Monthly’s Reader’s Choice “Favorite Burger” 2013-2016. Find sandwiches, salads and drink specials daily. 33 Office Park Road, Suite 213 (Park Plaza) 843-785-CHAR (2427), charbar.com

Charlie’s L’Etoile Verte G Don’t let the French name intimidate you; think of a fun, irreverent friend who happens to be a fabulous chef. Open since 1982, Charlie’s, an island favorite among locals and tourists alike, writes its menu daily based on the freshest seafood available. The dinner menu offers an array of 14 fresh fish, rack of lamb, filet mignon and more. An extensive wine list specializes in California cabs, Oregon pinot noir, Rhone Valley & Bordeaux. 8 New Orleans Road; 843-785-9277, charliesgreenstar.com

Darren Clarke's Tavern n G

If you like golf, good food and an Irish pub atmosphere, this is the place for you. Professional golfer Darren Clarke, a native of Northern Ireland, opened his first restaurant on Hilton Head Island. The Irish influence can be seen throughout the interior and menu of Darren Clarke’s Tavern. 8 Executive Park Rd.; 843-341-3002, darrenclarkestavern.com

Gusto Ristorante G

Opening Soon! Located in the Fresh Market Plaza, Gusto Ristorante brings new flavors from Rome to Hilton Head. 890 William Hilton Parkway, Fresh Market Plaza, 843-802-2424, GustoHiltonHead.com

Hilton Head Diner gnGa One of the island’s only 24-hour restaurants. Modern diner in the tradition of the Northeast, boasting one of Hilton Head’s most extensive menus. All the baking is done on the premises.

Beer, wine and mixed drinks are available. Hilton Head Diner serves breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Children’s menu and carry-out available. Hwy 278 at Yacht Cove Drive; 843-686-2400, hiltonheaddiner.com Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill n Ga Hinchey’s has much in common with a sports bar, but is very much of a restaurant, too. It is casual, with beach-goers invited to stop by for lunch, or for drinks or dinner. Dine inside or out. Open seven days a week serving lunch and dinner. 70 Pope Avenue; 843-686-5959, hincheys.com April 2018 217

››Dining | Favorites Ingredients 1/3 cup butter, soft 4 ounces cream cheese, softened 2 cups sugar 3 eggs 1 egg white 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened blueberries

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Hinoki Restaurant & Sushi Bar nG

Hinoki serves traditional Japanese dishes such as grilled fish, chicken and steak, sukiyaki, a variety of noodle dishes, tempura, and many daily specials, plus sushi and sashimi. More than 20 entrées. Reservations are recommended for dinner. 37 New Orleans Rd. (Orleans Plaza), 843-785-9800, hinokihhi.com

Michael Anthony’s G

Family owned and operated since 2002, Michael Anthony’s offers upscale classic Italian fine dining featuring innovative preparations and farm fresh ingredients.

Acknowledged by Open Table as one of the Top 50 Italian Restaurants in the country. Dinner is served Monday through Saturday from 5:15pm. Reservations suggested.

37 New Orleans Rd (Orleans Plaza) 843-785-6272, michael-anthonys.com

Directions Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until blended. Add eggs and egg white, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Beat in lemon peel and vanilla.

Toss blueberries with 2 tablespoons flour. In another bowl, mix the remaining flour with baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with yogurt, beating after each addition just until combined. Fold in blueberry mixture.

Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to wire rack; cool for 15 minutes.

In a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Gradually brush onto warm cake, about one-third at a time, allowing glaze to soak into cake before adding more. Cool completely. Yield: 12 servings.

Kenny B’s Cajun/Creole Seafood gnG} “Creole cuisine with a Lowcountry influence.” Order New Orleans traditions such as jambalaya, red beans and rice, and authentic gumbos. Kenny B’s is home of the Island’s best po’ boys and fried seafood. Enjoy blackened shrimp, chicken and catch of the day. Kenny B’s offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch. 70-A Pope Ave. 843-785-3315

Holy Tequila n G Voted Hilton Head’s Best Mexican and featured as the Top 6 Mexican Restaurants in South Carolina for 2016. Holy Tequila offers modern Mexican cuisine and features an open kitchen, indoor/outdoor open air seating, and a tequila tasting room. The menu features gourmet tacos, burritos, quesadillas, salads and small plates. 33 Office Park Rd, Suite 228 (Park Plaza) 843-681-TACO (8226), holytequila.com It’s Greek To Me n G a

Enjoy the unique taste of genuine Greek cuisine, from gyros to fried calamari to souvlaki to baklava for dessert in one of their cozy dining rooms or expanded patio. Food is prepared with authentic Greek recipes using only the best ingredients and equipment, including the only gyro machines on the island.

Greek beer and ouzo. Reservations accepted. 11 Lagoon Rd., 843-842-4033, itsgreektomehhi.com

New York City Pizza nG

An upscale Italian pizzeria featuring authentic New York pies, homemade Italian entrees, and a full bar. NYCP offers three kinds of pizza crust: NY Style (thin), Pan, and Sicilian, and a variety of Italian dishes, appetizers, subs, calzones, and veal/chicken entrees. Kid’s menu. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week with dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering. Daily happy hour. 81 Pope Ave. (Heritage Plaza), 843-842-2227

Nick’s Steak & Seafood G

The menu at Nick’s Steak & Seafood emphasizes steaks, seafood and barbecue and offers something for everyone including sandwiches, salads, appetizers, soups, burgers, pasta and a children’s menu. Prices are very reasonable.

Nick’s also offers dining specials every day and complete bar service. Take-out is available. Reservations accepted.

Large parties are welcome. 9 Park Lane; 843-686-2920, nickssteakandseafood.com

Palmetto Bay Sun Rise Café gn

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Great breakfast fare starting before the sun rises, from 6 a.m. Now expanded seating on veranda, with clear roll-down walls available in the event of cold or inclement weather. Both breakfast and lunch items are available continuously. The cafe specializes in to-go lunches for charter boats, the beach or any other occasion. Open seven days a week. Palmetto Bay Marina; 843-686-3232, palmettobaysunrisecafe.com

Local Pie n G

Chefs Lee Lucier, Jack McNulty and partner JR Richardson are oven-fired pizza aficionados. The custom pizza ovens are designed to make pizzas with thin, crisp, crusts - Neapolitan-style pizza using ‘double 00’ flour. Observe the open kitchen. Their duck prosciutto, bacon, sausages, as well as fresh-water mozzarella are all made in-house. Large screen TV’s, a sprawling 800-foot deck with a bar and bike parking.

Reservations accepted, walk-ins welcome. 55 New Orleans Road; 843-842-PIES, localpie.com

Phillys Cafe & Deli n Locally owned and operated for more than 25 years, Phillys is a favorite lunchtime spot for locals and visitors.

Phillys’ motto is “Best sandwiches on the island...Period!”

Custom sandwiches with bread baked fresh daily. The pita wraps and salads are both imaginative and healthconscious. Dine in or take out. 55 New Orleans Rd.; 843-785-9966, phillyscafe.com

Ombra Cucina Italiana G

Chef Michael Cirafesi proudly promotes the foods & wines of Italy. He prepares all pastas, homemade gnocchi, desserts and breads daily as well as a variety of fish, veal, beef and game additions using only natural & fresh ingredients imported from Italy.

An extensive wine list. Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome. Peanut Free.

1000 Wlm Hilton Pkwy, G-2 (Village at Wexford); 843-842-5505, ombrahhi.com

Reilley’s Grill & Bar nGa An island institution, Reilley’s has been serving up steaks, seafood, pasta & sandwiches for more than 35 years. Reilley’s serves lunch and dinner seven days a week, and Sunday brunch.

The bar remains open until 2a.m. Specials include Monday Night Lobster and Friday and Saturday Prime Rib (reservations required). Kids eat free Tuesdays with the purchase of an adult entrée. 7D Greenwood Dr. (Reilley’s Plaza); 843-842-4414; reilleyshiltonhead.com Sea Shack nG Sea Shack serves up one of the island’s most extensive menus of seafood served lots of ways, including grilled, blackened, fried, & more. Very reasonable prices. Family friendly. Take-out, kids menu available. Separate checks are no problem. Sea Shack was voted one of "South Carolina’s best seafood spots" by both Coastal Living magazine and Southern Living. Open Mon.–Sat. for lunch & dinner. 6 Executive Park (off Pope Ave); 843-785-2464, seashackhhi.com

The Green Star

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Skillets Café & Grill g n G All-day southern fare & seafood. For breakfast, there’s eggs, waffles, crepes, Benedicts & signature skillets. Lunch features salad bar, soups, Po’Boys, shrimp BLT, crab cakes & more. Dinner includes seafood platters, baked grouper, fried chicken, steaks, Duroc BBQ ribs, Lowcountry boil, shrimp & grits, fried green tomatoes, collard greens, & black-eyed peas. Pet-friendly porches; full bar; gluten-free options; kids’ menus; take-out. Open daily. 1 N. Forest Beach Dr., Unit J, (Coligny Plaza) 843.785.3131, skilletscafe.com Red Fish n G Red Fish specializes in beautifully prepared seafood and steaks. Diners choose from a 1,000-plus bottle selection of wines to enjoy with their meals or to take home. Private dining room for large parties. Serving lunch and dinner. Specializing in beautifully prepared seafood and steaks. Private dining room. Ample parking available. 8 Archer Road; 843-686-3388, www.redfishofhiltonhead.com

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Southern Coney gn

The sign reads “Best Pancakes Ever.” Super pancakes and other made-from-scratch breakfast favorites, delicious traditional hot dogs and sauce “imported” from Michigan and other tempting lunch fare. Try the house-made roast beef sandwich, turkey, ham and more. Soups and salads also available.

Featuring Charleston Coffee Roasters coffee. Take-out, kids menu and catering available. 70-J Pope Ave. (Circle Center), 843-689-2447

Rockfish Seafood & Steaks at Bomboras

G a Formerly, Bomboras, Rockfish Seafood and Steaks at Bomboras is a unique family seafood restaurant and bar that is located right near the beach. Offering fresh and local lowcounty ingredients paired with craft beers and wines. Rockfish offers a chill indoor/outdoor social dinning experience! Kids menu. Lunches to Go for the beach are a specialty. At the bar, beer is poured from the bottom up with chill disc built into the bar. 5 Lagoon Road; 843-689-2662, rockfishhhi.com

Truffles nG Fresh local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups, delicious sandwiches, and garden salads.

Specialties include glazed grouper, mango salmon, crab cakes, chipotle chicken, meatloaf and fried shrimp. Call for Priority Seating. Catering and carry-out available. Full cocktail bar. 7 days a week from 11:00am. Sea Pines Center; 843-671-6136, trufflescafe.com

Salty Dog Cafe nG One of Hilton Head’s favorite outdoor cafes for more than 20 years. Fresh seafood. Located at South Beach Marina, overlooking Braddock Cove. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available. Live music and children’s entertainment nightly during the season. South Beach Marina Village, Sea Pines. 843-671-7327, saltydog.com Stack’s Pancakes & More g n G

Family owned and operated, Stack’s serves a full breakfast and lunch, 7 days a week. Including: pancakes, waffles, house-made fruit sauces, eggs, homemade crepes, and Stacks Original Crème Brûlée French Toast, shrimp & grits, eggs benedict, crab benedict with lump crab, shrimp omelet topped with lobster cream sauce. Kid’s menu, Gluten free items and takeout orders. 2 Regency Pkwy. and Hwy. 278; 843-341-3347

Stellini G

Family owned and operated since 1989! Guests dine in either the main dining room or Carolina room. Stellini features many of the most popular Italian appetizers and entrees from NY & Northern NJ. Delicious pasta, poultry, veal, seafood, beef and lamb all expertly prepared, as well as nightly Chef Specials. Daily selection of homemade desserts, extensive and reasonable wine list. Gluten Free & Children’s Menu available.

Reservations suggested. 15 Executive Park (off Pope Avenue, near Sea Pines Circle) 843-785-7006, stellinihhi.com

Twisted Cork n G

Open Monday through Saturday, 5-11 p.m. Open Monday-Saturday, 5pm.A local cocktail and wine bar. You can find it in Festival Center Plaza, near the Sea Pines Circle.11 Palmetto Bay Road # 102 (next to Staples) 843-802-0510

The Ice Cream Cone

Serving the finest and best selection of ice creams, soft-serve yogurts, sorbets, shakes, malts, floats, old-fashioned sodas, sundaes, and so much more! Offered is a large variety of special sundae creations and desserts! 1 N Forest Beach Dr, Hilton Head Island. 843-785-4440, colignyicecreamcone.com

Your Spring Break Stop

for OHIO SPORTS!

The Studio G Dine while enjoying watching artists painting in the elegant studio. The menu is inspired by American and global cuisines and uses the finest regional, natural and organic ingredients. Chef Colella has expanded the gluten-free vegetarian and vegan menu offerings. Reservations are recommended and walk-ins are welcome. 20 Executive Park Road; 843-785-6000, studiodining.com Thai Ocean nG Thai Ocean serves traditional Thai dishes including Tom Yum Soup, Thai Basil, Mussaman Curry, Pad Thai and Drunken Noodle Soup. Dine inside their tastefully decorated restaurant or enjoy a more casual experience outside on their deck. Open for Lunch and dinner daily. Kids Menu is available with both Thai and traditonal items. 2 N. Forest Beach Dr., (Beach Market Plaza); 843-715-8956

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Cinco Mexican Grill nG Agave Side Bar nG

A fun laid-back Southwest Tex-Mex Patrón margarita and taco bar specializing in authentic tacos and smooth margaritas. Happy Hour daily 4-6pm, Taco Tuesdays. Indoor & Outdoor seating.

13 State of Mind St. 843-757-9190

Amigos, Bluffton nG Authentic Mexican taqueria, serving delicious food “inspired by Mexican cuisine from the Gulf Coast of Baja, Mexico, to the beautiful seaside community of Santa Barbara, California.” Owner, Andrew Farbman created Amigos’ famous BBQ Chicken Salad. Amigos uses the finest ingredients possible. Amigos’ salsa bar features a variety of salsas from carefully selected fresh chilies. Amigos is open for lunch and dinner. Full bar. Carry-out is available. Awarded Bluffton’s Favorite Burrito and Taco – Hilton Head Monthly’s Reader’s Choice Awards. 133 Belfair Town Village; 843-815-8226

The extensive lunch and dinner menus offer authentic Mexican cuisine made from scratch using both traditional and modern recipes very popular with families, couples and large groups.

Among the most popular dishes are the Cinco Bowl, Piña Fajitas, Carnitas, Enchiladas, Chimichangas, Flautas and for dessert, flan and other desserts. The full bar offers mixed drinks, beer, wine-by –the-glass and a high end tequila list, including Mescal. 102 Buckwalter Parkway, Suite 3D (Berkeley Place) 843-815-2233, cincomexgrill.com

Claude & Uli’s Bistro and Lounge nG European-trained Chef Claude and Uli, a native of Normandie, France, has cooked in some of the world’s best kitchens, including Maxim’s in Paris, the Connaught (Chef Saucier) in London, and Ernie’s in San Francisco. Culinary school graduate Uli orchestrates matters in the dining room, welcomes guests and makes them feel very much at home. Affordably priced. 1533 Fording Island Rd. (Moss Creek Village), 843-837-3336, claudebistro.com FARM Bluffton n G Inspired by the seasonal bounty of Lowcountry produce, FARM bases the menu on locally sourced and homegrown veggies, thoughtfully raised meats, and “cultural traditions from around the world.” The menu changes at least weekly, depending on what’s in season, and they are able to accommodate gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan diets. Reservations recommended. 1301 May River Road, 843-707-2041, farmbluffton.com

British Open Pub nGa Attractive pub-style restaurant featuring authentic English food, lots of golf and British photos, art and memorabilia on the walls and elsewhere. Excellent signature fish and chips.

Lots of other British fare, including shepherd’s pie, steak and mushroom pie, and bangers and mash. Also wide selection of American appetizers and entrées. Serving only Licensed Certified Angus Beef. Serving lunch and dinner every day. Sheridan Park; 843-815-6736, britishopenpub.net Captain Woody’s n G a Enjoy “Fresh Seafood, Cold Beer & Great Happy Hour & Still A Locals Favorite For Over 30 Years!” They have dining inside and outside on the patio, with friendly owners and staff which adds up to a great place to eat. A big outdoor deck bar featurs beer, wine and specialty cocktails. Captain Woody’s serves a wide variety of fresh seafood, great signature sandwiches, award winning soups and salads all at affordable prices. 17 State of Mind St. (in the Calhoun Street Promenade); 843-757-6222 Calhoun Street Tavern nGa

A comfortable room where fine spirits are drank, laughs are had, and stories are told. A public house for travelers and locals alike. Cold beer, classic cocktails, and familiar faces are just the start of it. Paired with a chef driven menu of southern plates, thoughtful service and comforting lowcountry classic food. 9 Promenade St. Bluffton; 843-757-4334, calhounstreettavern.com

ChowDaddy’s nG Chow Daddy’s offers a wide variety of unique menu items focusing on buns, bowls, and tacos and great libations. Enjoy avocado toast with a kale and quinoa salad or you can dive in to the pork sliders, a house ground rib eye burger, or their famous smoked fried chicken. Serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Call for Priority Seating Take out available as well. 15 Towne Fr. Belfarir Towne Village; 843-757-CHOW(2469), chowdaddys.com 222 hiltonheadmonthly.com

Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill nGa Hinchey’s has much in common with a sports bar, but is verymuch of a restaurant, too. It is casual, with beach-goers invited to stop by for lunch, or for drinks or dinner. Dine inside or out.

Open seven days a week. 104 Buckwalter Place; 843-836-5959 hincheys.com Island Bagel & Deli gn

Serving New York style boiled bagels made from scratch daily. Choose from 16 flavors of bagels, 12 flavors of home-made cream cheese and a variety of fresh baked pastries and breakfast sandwiches. For lunch try the specialty hoagies or your favorite deli classic sandwiches and salads. Catering available and call-ins welcome. Breakfast and lunch daily. 17 Sherington Dr, Bluffton, 843-815-5300, islandbagelanddeli.com

Local Pie n G Chefs Lee Lucier, Jack McNulty and partner JR Richardson are oven-fired pizza aficionados. The custom pizza ovens are designed to make pizzas with thin, crisp, crusts - Neapolitan-style pizza using ‘double 00’ flour. Observe the art of hearth cooking with the open kitchen. Their duck prosciutto, bacon, sausages, as well as fresh-water mozzarella are all made in-house. L unch, happy hour, dinner and late night. Promanade, 843837-PIES , www.localpie.com

Serving Breakfast & Lunch 7am-4pm

The Pearl Kitchen + Bar n G A refreshing new approach to dining - focused on a complete sensory experience offering fresh, “clean-eating,” contemporary food preparations utilizing the best fresh catch seafood, certified steaks and local produce available. Outdoor dining available on the front patio - perfect for people watching. Open for sunday brunch, lunch and dinner.

Private 2nd floor dining space available for parties and special events. Reservations highly recommended. 55 Calhoun Street; 843-757-5511 Red Fish n G Red Fish restaurant's second location in Bluffton which is the “Same, but different” from the Hilton Head location. Specializing in beautifully prepared seafood and steaks, diners may choose from a large selection of wines from around the world to enjoy with their meals or to take home. Private dining room. Serves dinner nightly. Ample parking available. 832 Bruin Rd.; 843-837-3388, redfishofbluffton.com

Stooges Café g n Eat gourmet specials, eggs, omelets and hot meals at unbeatable prices while watching classic episodes of The Three Stooges, The Little Rascals or I Love Lucy on one of the TVs. Some say Stooges has the best grits in the Lowcountry, if not all of South Carolina. Nine time winner of Best Breakfast in Best of Bluffton. 25 Sherington Drive; 843-706-6178

28 Shelter Cove Ln. #120 | Hilton Head | 843.342.5420 Check out our website for full menu: FrenchBakeryHiltonHead.com

Truffles nG Casual cafe featuring the “freshest and finest of everything!” Fresh local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups and fresh garden salads. Truffles also has excellent desserts, and offers a full bar and fine wines by the glass or by the bottle to complement your dinner. Covered patio. Lunch, dinner seven days a week. Full cocktail bar. Serving Lunch and Dinner daily from 11 a.m. Happy hour is everyday from 4-6. Belfair Towne Village; 843-815-5551, trufflescafe.com Twisted European Bakery gn Stephanie Pisano and Chris Veneris opened Twisted European Bakery in late September 2016 in Old Town Bluffton. This traditional old world style bakery specializes in all types of European pastries, all made by hand on the premises. Birthday cakes, small catering for bridal, family and office events. 1253 May River Road; 843-757-0033, twistedeuropeanbakery.com Zeppelin’s at Station 300 n G Located within Station 300, Zeppelin’s is now under new management. Mike Chapman, a Savannah native and Johnson & Wales Charleston graduate, has implemented a new exciting menu. Enjoy their signature grilled flat iron steak while watching the game on one of their seven large screen tvs or stop by and have a drink outside on the pet friendly patio. Open Mon - Thur 10am-11pm ; Fri & Sat 10am – 12pm; Sun 10am – 10pm. 25 Innovation Dr., Bluffton, 843.815.2695 ext 7, station300.com

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Say goodbye to the information age: It’s all about reputation now

BY GLORIA ORIGGI

Editor’s note: This column is excerpted and reprinted with permission from Aeon.co. Aeon is a registered charity committed to the spread of knowledge and a cosmopolitan world view. Read the full article online at hiltonheadmonthly.com.

A Gloria Origgi – Italian philosopher at CNRS

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REPUTATION IS THE GATEKEEPER

TO KNOWLEDGE, AND THE KEYS TO THE GATE ARE

HELD BY OTHERS.

paradox plays a pivotal role in our advanced hyper-connected democracies: The greater the amount of information that circulates, the more we rely on so-called reputational devices to evaluate it. Increased access to information and knowledge does not empower us or make us more cognitively autonomous. Rather, we become dependent on other people’s judgments and evaluations.

We are experiencing a fundamental paradigm shift in our relationship to knowledge.

From the “information age,” we are moving toward the “reputation age,” in which information has value only if it is already filtered, evaluated and commented upon by others.

Seen in this light, reputation is the gatekeeper to knowledge, and the keys to the gate are held by others.

We rely on the inevitably biased judgments of other people, most of whom we do not know.

Some examples of this paradox are: Climate change: In the best-case scenario, you trust the reputation of scientific research and believe that peer-review is a reasonable way of sifting out “truths” from false hypotheses. In the average-case scenario, you trust newspapers, magazines or TV channels to summarize scientific findings for you. In this latter case, you are twice removed from the sources: you trust other people’s trust in reputable science.

Moon landings: One of the most notorious conspiracy theories is that we didn’t send a man to the moon in 1969; instead, the entire Apollo program — including six landings on the moon between 1969 and 1972 — was a staged fake. The initiator of this conspiracy theory was Bill Kaysing, who worked in publications at the Rocketdyne company – where Apollo’s Saturn V rocket engines were built. At his own expense,

Kaysing published the book “We Never Went to the Moon: America’s $30 Billion Swindle” in 1976. Afterward, a movement of skeptics grew and started to collect evidence about the alleged hoax.

According to the Flat Earth Society, one of the groups that still denies the facts, the moon landings were staged by Hollywood with the support of Walt Disney and under the artistic direction of Stanley Kubrick.

Most of the “proof” these conspiracy theorists advance is based on a seemingly accurate analysis of photos of the various moon landings. The shadows’ angles are inconsistent with the light, the U.S. flag blows even if there is no wind on the moon, the tracks of the steps are too precise and well-preserved for a soil in which there is no moisture. And so on.

The great majority of the people — myself included — will dismiss these claims as absurd, although there have been serious and documented responses by NASA to these allegations. Yet, what I personally know about the facts mixes confused childhood memories, black-and-white television news, and deference to what my parents told me about the landing in subsequent years.

My reasons for believing that the moon landing took place go far beyond the evidence I can gather and double-check about the event itself: In those years, the U.S. had a justified reputation for sincerity.

Whenever we are at the point of accepting or rejecting new information, we should ask ourselves: Where does this information come from? Does the source have a good reputation? Who are the authorities who believe it? What are my reasons for deferring to these authorities? These questions will help us to get a better grip on reality than trying to check directly the reliability of the information at issue.

Gloria Origgi is an Italian philosopher and a tenured senior researcher at CNRS, the French National Centre for Scientific Research, in Paris. Her latest book is “Reputation: What It Is and Why It Matters,” translated

by Stephen Holmes and Noga Arikha.

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