Hilton Head Monthly July 2019

BEAUTY BOOK • POOL TRENDS • MAKING A MARINE

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16 We Make Marines

72 Summer Fun Outdoors

40 On the Front Lines

120 Savannah Squares

60 Summer Fashion

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Go behind the scenes at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, the world’s most grueling finishing school.

These employees make summer happen for the thousands of visitors who vacation here in July.

Look chic in the heat with these sizzling styles from local boutiques.

From Segway tours to escape rooms, from horseback riding to bike rentals, Hilton Head is tons of fun.

Moss-laden oaks and brick footpaths make strolling through the historic district a treat.

This summer, celebrate "America the Burgerful!" by sampling the Lowcountry's best patties.

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NEWS 30 Public Lands

Open Land Trust gets new director.

The Cross Island Parkway explained.

TOURISM 36 HHI Wins Travel Awards

LOCAL READS

70 Turtle Time

Biologist Sally Murphy writes memoir.

Travel magazines give out kudos.

HOME

38 Island Ambassadors

82 Pool Trends

EDUCATION

SPORTS

USCB teaches about HHI.

42 Eagle Scouts

Three local boys earn top honors.

PEOPLE 46 Pockets Full of Sunshine

Blake Gannon and his family are fans.

BEAUTY BOOK 50 Sheer No-Makeup Look

Less is more with makeup now.

24 News 26 Where in the World?

BUSINESS

32 Taking a Toll

10 At The Helm 12 Opinion 14 Behind the Scenes

Smart pools are taking over.

128 Surf's Up

Legacy surfers carry on tradition.

RELIGION 132 Creation Care

Lowcountry Presbyterian hosts speaker.

DINING 150 Ice Cream

28 Social Spotlight 29 Community Connection 34 On the Move 96 Real Estate News 135 Calendar 152 Restaurant Listings 160 Last Call

Celebrate summer with sweet treats.

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››At the Helm

Dear Reader,

I Anuska Frey – publisher anuska@hiltonheadmonthly.com

Carol Weir – editor carol@hiltonheadmonthly.com

n July, the Lowcountry welcomes thousands of visitors who flock here for precious vacations with family and friends. Despite some traffic headaches, tourism is one of the largest job creators in the Lowcountry and we are grateful that so many families want to spend their time and money here.

Many Beaufort County residents work hard to make sure these guests have a wonderful time while they’re here, and in this issue, we introduce you to some of the folks who are on the front lines of summer every day: guarding our beaches, serving meals, guiding boats safely to shore and more.

At Monthly, we love the looks on the faces of visiting adults and children when they first see all the beauty the Lowcountry has to offer, from the sunsets to the beaches and wildlife. This issue is full of suggestions for summer fun, from surfing Hilton Head Island’s gentle waves to opportunities to meet alligators and snakes up close and great spots to enjoy mouth-watering burgers or ice cream.

At the center of celebration this month is the Fourth of July. No other date on the calendar more strongly symbolizes all that our nation stands for, and the Lowcountry is a wonderful place to celebrate Independence Day. From fireworks to a flyover, parades and live music, around here we know how to celebrate.

This month we also explore one of the ultimate expressions of patriotism — and a rite of passage at U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island.

Check out our story by Barry Kaufman and photos by Lloyd Wainscott showcasing the recruits who show up to basic training as young civilians and leave tough as nails.

July is full of events that you won’t want to miss — the Players Amateur golf tournament returns to Berkeley Hall and productions of “Legally Blonde” at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina and “The Outsiders” at May River Theatre Co. are sure to entertain. To make sure you’re looking your best as you make the rounds about town, check out our summer beauty book, where local professionals transform people you may recognize into the best versions of themselves.

We hope you keep Monthly on hand as you continue your summer adventures, and we thank you for sharing your lives with us.

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››Behind the Scenes

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BY BECCA EDWARDS

Models Thank you to our fantastic models: Allison Bracken, David Chacon, McClain Smith, Sam Jennings, Kety Gomez, Inés Gomez, and Ketina Gomez.

Special Thanks Ida and Warren Zeger graciously opened their stunning home to Monthly for our photo shoot. If you, like us, fall in love with this waterfront Sea Pines house, you’re in luck— it’s on the market.

See pages 90-91 for more photos of their Baynard Park Road home.

From left to right: Sasha Sweeney, Monthly creative director; Ida Zeger, homeowner; Kathryn Mademann, stylist; and Anuska Frey, Monthly publisher.

Style Squad The Style Squad made eveyone look amazing. Kathryn Mademann (left) dressed the models, Joanna DeAngelo (center) did their hair and makeup, and Jacqueline Friel (right) captured their best looks on camera . You can reach them at StyleSquadHHI@gmail.com

MONTHLY CONTRIBUTORS

In the South we might “glow” instead of sweat, but the heat’s menace is real. This month, health writer Becca Edwards offers tips and tricks to avoid the mental and physical effects of dehydration.

Beach Read

BY SASHA SWEENEY

The new novel “Stars of Alabama” by Sean Dietrich has received rave reviews. Monthly’s creative director chatted with Dietrich about his tale of enduring hope.

Email carol@hiltonheadmonthly.com to request a free copy of “Stars of Alabama” — first come, first served!

BEAUTY BOOK • POOL TRENDS • MAKING A MARINE

SUMMER FASHION

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MAKING A MARINE

JULY 2019

ALLISON GOODWIN Editorial Intern

JOANNA DEANGELO Makeup & Hair

JACQUELINE FRIEL Photographer

Allison Goodwin is Hilton Head Monthly’s summer marketing and editorial intern. She plays on the golf team at Hanover College in Indiana, where she is studying communication, art and business.

She grew up vacationing on Hilton Head Island.

Joanna DeAngelo, a New York native, has lived in the Lowcountry since 2011. Since opening her business, True Beauty by Joanna Marie LLC, she has fulfilled her dreams while displaying true passion for the worlds of bridal, fashion and media.

Jacqueline Friel studied at Rochester Institute of Technology and has lived and worked as a photographer on Hilton Head Island since 2005. Her gift is making subjects feel at ease and creating powerful, personal images.

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ABOUT THE COVERS Model Allison Bracken graces the Hilton Head cover. Photo by Jacqueline Friel.

Lloyd Wainscott shot the Bluffton cover at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island.

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‘We Make Marines’ A LOOK AT MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT PARRIS ISLAND, THE WORLD’S MOST GRUELING FINISHING SCHOOL

BY BARRY KAUFMAN | PHOTOS BY LLOYD WAINSCOTT

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t was Dec. 16, 1986, when local artist Jack McNulty first arrived on Parris Island.

“The first thing I remember seeing was a one-way sign pointing toward the island. I thought that was pretty fitting,” he said.

The next thing he remembers is the bus coming to a stop, the dawn still yet to rise around it, and drill instructors flooding the aisle ordering everyone off. Still groggy, the recruits stepped out onto the famed yellow footprints for the first time.

“I said to myself, ‘What have I gotten myself into?’ I think everybody does at that point,” McNulty said.

His introduction to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island mirrors that of a lot of other recruits. There were days that seemingly never ended, stretching into night and back into day without a wink of sleep. There were drill instructors who chose their “favorites,” recruits who had earned the privilege of extracurricular exercise on the quarterdeck.

There were sand fleas and sweat and rain that came down in sheets, precisely tucked bedsheets and shoelaces tied with the utmost precision.

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And then there’s the moment when recruits are pinned with the Eagle, Globe and Anchor. It’s the moment they earn the title Marine, and all that sweat and misery become worth it.

McNulty was among the first Marines in what is colloquially — and sometimes disdainfully — referred to in Marine circles as “the new Corps.” The film “Full Metal Jacket” hadn’t painted Marine training in the best light, and the Corps had worked quickly, banning the more brutal forms of hazing and “physical motivation.” It’s still sort of a lightning rod in Marine culture, but what’s painted as a turning point in Marine training is actually just a single step in the evolution of a process designed to do one thing: make Marines.

‘WE MAKE MARINES’ It’s a simple mission statement, emblazoned in tall letters across Boulevard de France on Parris Island: “We Make Marines.” It was the mission in 1903, when 1st Lt. Benjamin Bernard Woog drilled a group of 40 volunteers he’d hauled up from Savannah to a small encampment he and his men had struck in an abandoned Naval station. It was the mission in 1915, when the transport brought 750 recruits to serve as the newly minted recruit depot’s first class.

The mission itself is simple, but accomplishing that objective requires one thing that Marines excel at: adaptation.

“I think training over the years has changed for the better,” said senior drill

instructor 1st Sgt. Nicholas Underwood.

“The Marines are smarter than the Marines when I came through. They have a lot more capabilities at their fingertips then we had when I came in.”

Making smarter Marines has become an increasingly important part of Marine Corps training. Yes, there is the grueling physical training, thousands of pull-ups and sit-ups and runs through obstacles designed to mold civilians into elite fighting machines. And yes, there are countless hours on the range, honing recruits’ skills in keeping with the old saying: “Every Marine a Rifleman.”

But as recruit training has evolved, it’s grown to sharpen a recruit’s mind with the same steel.

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‘A CLASH OF HUMAN WILLS’ “You see throughout the training schedule now, the teaching methods are Socratic,” said Capt. Zachary A. White. “They’re asking open-ended questions because they want to see how they react, how they think critically…We have a much smarter, more critically thinking Marine that’s in the Marine Corps now than 20, 30 years ago.”

Much like when the Crucible was added to recruit training in the mid-’90s, designed to galvanize Marines around the shared adversity of 54 hours spent testing

their mental and physical limits, a fourth phase was recently added to the training.

Covering everything from communications to life skills, the fourth phase puts the emphasis on mentorship.

“The end result is to make sure these recruits — Marines — know how to conduct themselves, how to properly speak and address individuals, and have the training they need to be successful in the fleet,” Underwood said.

This focus on the mind as well as the body has played a huge role in the evolution of the recruit training.

“It’s all done for a deliberate reason,” White said. “This is a warfighting institution. Our doctrine states that war is a clash of human wills. The individual, the unit, the nation-state that has a stronger human will to persevere will always be successful. This is much more a mental game than anything else.”

And it’s done with the same purpose today as it was when those 750 recruits arrived in 1905.

“They do one thing: Make Marines,” McNulty said of the recruit depot. “And they do it well.”

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HILTON HEAD BREAKS GROUND ON LOWCOUNTRY CELEBRATION PARK

The Town of Hilton Head Island hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for Lowcountry Celebration Park in June. The site is located off of Pope Avenue, adjacent to the Coligny Beach parking lot, and will feature a large lawn and stage to accommodate festivals and concerts, a playground, The Sandbox: An Interactive Children’s Museum, walking trails and boardwalks, exercise stations, plus additional parking and improved access to beach parking.

JULY 4 FIREWORKS Starting at dusk, fireworks will fill the HHI sky at Harbour Town, near Skull Creek Boathouse and at Shelter Cove.

JULY 4 ONE ISLAND, ONE COMMUNITY, ONE HILTON HEAD Celebrate the Fourth of July with a free community picnic. Wet slides for kids, dunk tank, food and fellowship for all.

JULY 11-12 MAY RIVER SHRIMP FESTIVAL Enjoy live music, a craft beer garden, a kids play zone, arts and crafts village and more.

JULY 17 CHRISTMAS IN JULY AT THE VILLAGE AT WEXFORD TO BENEFIT CAPA A festive holiday village featuring holiday crafts and snacks, merchant specials, photos with Sand-a, Christmas music, games and entertainment — all with a fun beach/surf theme. Proceeds benefit local nonprofit Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA).

RICHARDSON GROUP CREATES NEW HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

To help combat the workforce housing shortage on Hilton Head Island, the Richardson Group converted a former commercial building at One Park Lane into single- and doubleoccupancy residential units. Previously home to Carswell Insurance, the 8,800-square-foot building has been vacant for more than five years while surrounding businesses struggled to find homes for their workers. In total, the building can house 38 people in apartments that offer Wi-Fi, 55-inch TVs, and computer workspaces. The units are fully rented.

HARDEEVILLE IS THE LOWCOUNTRY’S FASTESTGROWING REGION

Fueled by an increase in new residential construction, Hardeeville continues to be the Lowcountry’s fastest-growing city, according to recently released U.S. Census figures.

According to data released by the U.S. Census Bureau, Hardeeville’s newest population estimate for 2018 has grown 120 percent since the 2010 Census, with an average annual percent population increase of 15.09 percent. City officials anticipate continued strong growth as the number of construction permits continue to rise.

INTENSE RAIN RELIEVES DROUGHT, CAUSES DAMAGE

Intense rains in Beaufort County in June brought relief to a drought that had gripped the Lowcountry for weeks — but the storms did leave behind some chaos. Residents in Bluffton’s Belfair community dealt with a sinkhole the size of a school bus on Belfair Oaks Blvd., and Hilton Head Plantation had to close its Cypress Gate entrance to take down two large oak trees uprooted by the rain and dangling precariously over Seabrook Drive. Bluffton’s 8.64 inches of rain in the 24-hour period from June 11-12 was the highest in the country.

BLUFFTON TO GET A NEW FIRE STATION

Beaufort County Council has approved the construction of a new fire station and an emergency operations center for the Bluffton Township Fire District for a projected cost of nearly $3.5 million, according to the fire district. The buildings will be along Hampton Lake Road near the intersection of Bluffton and Hampton parkways on a three-acre property adjacent to River Ridge Academy, according to county documents. The fire station portion will be known as Station 38.

BLUFFTON FIRST-GRADER WINS NATIONAL HANDWRITING CONTEST

Atticus Enfinger, a first-grader from Bluffton Elementary School, was the national grade-level champion in the 2019 Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest. That means his print entry was the best among all first-grade entries from across the country. He was honored at a Beaufort County School District Board of Education meeting in May.

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Pets

OF THE MONTH

Meet Bobby

Breed: Corgi mix Gender: Male Age: 2 years Weight: 30 pounds Temperament: Bobby loves all people and animals alike. He is a calm, personable, easy-going dog and loves to cuddle.

Meet Handsome

Breed: Lab mix Gender: Male Age: 2 years old Weight: 45 pounds Temperament: Handsome is a very affectionate dog who loves spending time with other dogs, people, and children. He has only 3 legs due to a car accident but gets around great.

Maranatha Farm is a small nonprofit group serving Jasper and Beaufort counties, providing compassionate care of sick, injured and homeless animals. It’s located on a farm in Ridgeland devoted to the rehabilitation, care and adoption of animals. Maranatha Farm is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Every Maranatha Farm pet is entitled to lifetime free vacation boarding.

For more information, call 843-816-6676 or email maranathafarmsc@gmail.com.

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Germany/France Pete and Nina McGlade had Monthly in two countries at once as they stood on the border of France and Germany.

We love to see where Monthly travels! Submit your photos to editor@hiltonheadmonthly.com for this section. Space is limited.

Italy Don Overtoom and Alison Armao enjoyed the view with Monthly at Amalfi, Italy.

Prince Edward Island The Irish family, Jasmyn Schettino and Roy and Ruthie Chambers took Monthly to Prince Edward Island in Canada.

British Isles John Blake, Sue Blake and Carol Myers — along with Tom Myers, not pictured — brought Monthly along on a cruise to the British Isles.

Spain Richard and Nancy Ford took Monthly on a Mediterranean cruise. Here, they’re in front of the Chapel of Barcelona in Spain.

Kansas Finley and Truman Jarrett showed Monthly their grandparents’ farm in rural southeast Kansas.

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›› Social Spotlight

To submit a photo of your event for Social Spotlight, email editor@hiltonheadmonthly.com

More than 200 people enjoyed Pockets of Sunshine’s annual Fun in the Sun beach event in June.

Children from Neighborhood Outreach Connection delivered painted rocks, drawings and cookies to the residents of Bloom Senior Living in Bluffton.

PGA professionals helped local beginning female golfers improve their games at First Tee of the Lowcountry’s International Women’s Golf Day event.

Jevon Daly sang and read to children and parents at his weekly show at Coligny Plaza.

Shoppers enjoyed a break from the rain as they browsed the offerings at the Farmers Market of Bluffton.

Lourdes Low, Jessica Bader and Ellie Mastrorocco practiced for the USEF Pony Finals, to be held in August in Lexington, Kentucky. The girls and their ponies train at Bluffton’s Rose Dhu Equestrian Center.

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››Community Connection

Generosity is one of the best things about the Lowcountry. Has your business or organization given back to the community? Submit your photos to editor@hiltonheadmonthly.com for this section. Space is limited.

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY PROGRAM BENEFITS AREA GROUPS

Women in Philanthropy

WOMEN IN PHILANTHROPY AWARDS GRANTS

Women in Philanthropy recently awarded: $76,200 in grants to local nonprofits whose work fit the theme “Preserving Our Lowcountry Heritage and History.” Recipients included: ABLE Foundation, Coastal Discovery Museum, Foundation for Educational Excellence, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry, Heritage Library Foundation, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, Penn Center and Mitchelville Preservation Project. Since 2006, Women in Philanthropy has awarded $518,200 in grants to local nonprofit organizations.

SONESTA RESORT RAISES $3,500 FOR SECOND HELPINGS

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island donated $3,500 to enable Second Helpings to purchase 700 thermal bags for its Fill the Need program.

Every Thursday, Second Helpings’ volunteers fill bags of food for workers who commute to Hilton Head Island via the Palmetto Breeze buses. Fill the Need was started in 2017 in response to concerns from Palmetto Breeze leaders that many bus passengers get home too late to go to food banks and pantries for food.

PUBLIC SERVICE DISTRICT RECOGNIZED FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE

Hilton Head Public Service District has achieved designation as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary through the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program. Properties must demonstrate a high degree of environmental quality in environmental planning, wildlife and habitat management, water quality and conservation, resource management, and outreach and education. Properties are recertified every three years.

OUTSIDE HILTON HEAD SUPPORTS HOPEFUL HORIZONS

Outside Hilton Head raised more than $2,000 for Hopeful Horizons during a ladies’ night shopping event in May. More than 100 women shopped to support the nonprofit, whose mission is to provide safety, hope and healing to survivors of child abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault through evidence-based practices.

FUNDRAISER TO HELP REPLACE STOLEN AEDS

Over Memorial Day weekend, two automated external defibrillators were stolen from the New River Linear Trail and Alljoy boat landing. Collins Group Realty has established a GoFundMe campaign to raise the funds necessary to replace the stolen AEDs. Each defibrillator costs $1,800, plus repair costs to the damaged defibrillation stations. The goal is to raise $4,000 to replace both units. To donate, go to the Collins Group Realty Facebook page.

Hilton Head Regional Healthcare’s Auxiliary Caring Touch Program recently donated $18,000 to several local nonprofit organizations, including Greater Bluffton-Jasper County Volunteers in Medicine and Volunteers in Medicine Hilton Head Island Clinic for patient medication. Having medications onsite and readily available at the clinics improves patient adherence to doctors’ orders, improving patients’ health. The auxiliary program raised the money at the gift shops at Coastal Carolina Hospital and Hilton Head Hospital.

CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE AWARDS GRANTS TO LOCAL GROUPS

Organizers for the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival through its Driving Young America charitable fund presented grants to local community organizations including: the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Island, Heroes on Horseback, the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra league, Hilton Head Island High School’s Zero Robotics, the Rotary Club of Hilton Head Island, The Sandbox: An Interactive Children’s Museum, the Savannah Children’s Choir, SOAR Special Olympics, STEPS and St. Luke’s Preschool.

SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED

The Hilton Head Area Home Builders Association’s education foundation awarded college scholarships to 11 students from high schools in Beaufort, Hampton and Jasper counties, selected for their academic performance, leadership, financial need, and commitment to community. Each received a $4,000 scholarship. The 2019 recipients are: John Ballenger, Kayla Bradley, Christopher “CJ” Cleland, Joseph Gray, Lucius Hodges, Hannah Manley, Bethany Neville, Angi Rodriguez, Grant Symonds, Kendal White, Jacob Zook.

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BEAUFORT COUNTY STEPS UP ITS PARKS PROGRAM

BY JUSTIN JARRETT PHOTO BY ROB KAUFMAN

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eaufort County residents should soon begin to see the fruits of a $25 million referendum they passed last November to fund the county’s Rural and Critical Land Preservation Program.

The county and the Beaufort County Open Land Trust — which is contracted to oversee the Rural and Critical Lands program — have begun a 12-month “greenprinting” process in which public feedback will help prioritize which land parcels the county chooses to acquire and protect with its latest windfall.

“Greenprinting is essentially the strategic plan for the program, involving mapping, stakeholder engagement, and public input on priorities for land protection in Beaufort County,” said Kristin Williams, director of the Open Land Trust.

The last greenprint was developed in 2014, and as Williams points out, the county has seen dramatic change and development since then — especially in the Bluffton area — making conservation and preservation even more important.

The program’s most recent purchase was a 54.3-acre tract in the Alljoy area of Bluffton, which will be renamed Bailey Memorial Park. The parcel, which sits less than 1,000 feet from the May River, will be protected, but any upgrades are not expected to be performed for about three years, according to Beaufort County passive parks manager Stefanie Nagid.

Nagid was hired in March 2018 to fill a new position aimed at enhancing the county’s passive parks with improvements such as parking, restrooms, nature trails, boardwalks, wildlife viewing areas, fishing and crabbing platforms, kayak launches, camping Kristin Williams areas, pavilions, picnic is Beaufort County Open tables, and grills.

Land Trust‘s Her position got a boost with the passage director.

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of the $25 million referendum for Rural and Critical Lands, up to 20 percent of which can be used on passive park infrastructure.

That’s the area where county residents are most likely to see the benefits of their additional tax dollars, as work has already begun to build an interpretive center as well as a picnic pavilion, parking, signage, and structural improvements at Fort Fremont Preserve on St. Helena Island.

Bids also have been submitted for a trail around the lake at Crystal Lake Park on Lady’s Island and for improved public access and recreational opportunities at Widgeon Point Preserve on Lemon Island. Nagid said she hopes those bids will be approved

by Beaufort County Council by August so that grand openings for both parks could be in the works before the end of 2019.

The project Nagid is most excited about, though, is New Riverside Regional Park, which consists of the New Riverside and Garvey Hall properties in greater Bluffton. A draft conceptual plan for the park includes picnic pavilions, nature trails, a “blueway trail” accessible from the New River through former rice paddies, a kayak launch, and primitive tent-only campsites.

“It’s an exciting time because there’s a whole bunch of new energy coming in,” Williams said. “We have some exciting projects in the pipeline.”

The flurry of activity comes at a time of change for the county’s land preservation programs, with the referendum’s overwhelming passage — about 70 percent of county voters approved the

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IT’S AN EXCITING TIME BECAUSE THERE’S A WHOLE BUNCH OF NEW ENERGY COMING IN. WE HAVE SOME EXCITING PROJECTS IN THE PIPELINE.

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measure — and an influx of new faces, like Nagid, Williams and incoming county administrator Ashley Jacobs.

The program ran into some controversy with the county’s purchase of Whitehall Park on Lady’s Island, prompting interim county administrator John Weaver to call for more transparency and an improved vetting process for potential land purchases. But Williams feels the program is headed in the right direction and expects the Open Land Trust to make every effort to continue its contract with the county when it goes up for bid next year.

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Taking a Toll

CROSS ISLAND PARKWAY WILL CONTINUE TO CHARGE UNTIL 2021

BY ALLISON GOODWIN | PHOTO BY MATT GARBADE

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n summer Saturdays, traffic stretches from the Cross Island Parkway’s toll booths in both directions on Hilton Head Island. The toll will disappear in two years, but for those who drive it every day, this a long time to wait behind drivers who fumble for change and ask the attendants for directions.

Though the Cross Island Parkway has made traveling from one end of the island to the other easier over the years, residents new to the Lowcountry may not be aware of its history and the timeline for removal of the tolls.

Work on the Cross Island began in 1995 and was completed in 1998, cutting the 30-minute drive from the western tip of the island to the main gate of Sea Pines down to 6 minutes. More than 845,000 drivers travel the 6-mile-long parkway each year.

Some residents think those who live here should pay less than visitors.

“We have over 2 million visitors a year,” said Hilton Head resident Elizabeth Pirkey. “Why are local people paying for this?”

Pirkey started a petition last year on Change.org asking the Town of Hilton Head Island to convert the toll to a flat $50 annual fee for local residents and workers; so far, it has garnered more than 1,100 signatures.

But the town has little control over the parkway and its toll; the road is owned by the state, which sets the fee and makes all decisions concerning the roadway.

The state elected to pay for the $81 million project by collecting a toll. Originally, the toll cost $1, but more residents than expected purchased the discounted Palmetto Pass, resulting in lower revenue than anticipated. The toll was raised to $1.25 in 2008.

The fee is expected to remain at this rate until July 1, 2021, when state officials estimate the $8.9 million in remaining debt due to parkway construction, a resurfacing project and operations fees will be paid off.

On that day, the state will remove the toll booths and drivers likely can expect an improved traffic flow every day — even on Saturdays in summer.

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Alba Cuervo

Jeff Jones

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WELLS FARGO’S JONES WINS AWARD

Jeff Jones, senior vice president of Wells Fargo Advisors on Hilton Head Island, has been recognized as a 2019 Best in State Wealth Advisor by Forbes. Jones has 23 years of experience in the financial services industry and has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2002.

Kacie Weatherhead

Katy Doolan

BLUFFTON DENTAL PRACTICE GETS NEW NAME

Bluffton Center for Dentistry has changed its name to Biological Center for Dentistry to reflect its emphasis on the mouth-body connection. The practice, owned by Dr. Porcelli, offers aesthetic and integrative dentistry, safemercury amalgam removal technique, BPA-free composite fillings, reconstructive dentistry and smile design, laser dentistry, biological implant alternatives, red light and ozone therapy, nutrition coaching and periodontal services.

OLIVETTI, MCCRAY & WINTHROW ADDS ONE

Kacie Weatherhead has joined the team at Olivetti, McCray & Winthrow as a legal assistant. She will assist attorney and firm partner Daphne S. Winthrow with medical malpractice and personal injury cases.

BLUFFTON FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC HAS MOVED

Bluffton Family Chiropractic has moved to a new location on Goethe Road. The familyowned and operated practice has been serving the Lowcountry for the past 16 years. Dr. Courtney VanAcker and Dr. Joe Boggs recently have joined Dr. Jeff and Carol Aita, Dr. Kate Aita Houpt and Dr. Jon Aita at the practice.

Susan Edwards

BLUFFTON BEAUTY SUITES NOW OPEN

Bluffton Beauty Suites has opened on Plantation Park Drive. The individual suites are intended primarily for established beauty and wellness professionals. Owner and hair stylist Alba Cuervo‘s business, Alba Studio 77, is located there, along with stylist Patty Keaton, owner of Patty’s Booth. Suites are now available for rent.

DOOLAN JOINS OUTSIDE BRANDS

Katy Doolan has joined the team at Outside Brands in Savannah as the sales manager.

Doolan has held various roles through Outside Brands since 2011, including kayak guide, marina and kiosk operations and retail associate.

COLLETON RIVER WELCOMES EDWARDS

Susan Edwards has joined the Colleton River team as its director of human resources.

Edwards has more than 10 years of experience in the field and has been certified by organizations like the society of Human Resource Management. She is originally from Augusta, Georgia, and has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Georgia Southern University.

DANCING HAMMOCK PILATES + MOVEMENT OPENS

Dancing Hammock Pilates + Movement studio has opened at 162 Bluffton Road. Owner Silja Burns, a Hilton Head Island native, is a former gymnast and dancer who performed with the Joffrey Ballet. She is certified by STOTT Pilates and in AntiGravity fundamentals and restorative yoga. Burns is currently studying to become a certified postural neurologist with the American Posture Institute.

FRAWLEY JOINS ST. ANDREW

Alice Frawley has been hired to serve as the children’s ministries coordinator for the Hilton Head Island campus of St. Andrew By-TheSea United Methodist Church. She will oversee children’s Christian education programs and plan events. Frawley has a master’s degree in education and teaching experience from elementary school through college. She is a performing musician.

FUSION FIT BLUFFTON KICKS OFF WORKOUTS

Fusion Fit Bluffton is a new group training program of 45-minute workouts that encompass strength, metabolic training, and movement to help people burn fat and boost metabolism, lose weight and get lean, toned and fit. The small group, strength-training based workouts are offered at Move Fitness in Bluffton and Wellness Institute Physical Therapy in Okatie.

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And while the reader awards are nice badges to display in marketing materials, for Hilton Head boosters they are sign of a successful effort to draw attention to the island and its amenities.

“Travelers have an abundance of options on where to travel,” Clark said. “When the well-traveled readers of Conde Nast or Southern Living and others rave about the island, it has a positive impact on our brand and on visitation.”

The chamber is Hilton Head’s designated marketing organization, which means it receives 30 percent of the 2 percent accommodation tax collected by the state from island visitors. The money helps advertise and promote tourism on the island; other funding for marketing comes from private funding and co-operative marketing with hotels and other tourism entities, Clark said.

Clark attributed Hilton Head’s performance in these polls to the island’s carefully curated brand and “very loyal fan base.” More than 2.6 million people visited the island in 2018, the chamber estimates, and while word-of-mouth is an important tool in promoting the island’s appeal, the chamber is constantly pitching Hilton Head stories to travel writers and social media influencers.

And the chamber keeps track of every time Hilton Head is mentioned in print, online or a broadcast story, Clark said.

“Last year, there were 1,630 stories and mentions about Hilton Head Island in the media — print, digital and broadcast — in outlets such as Forbes, Coastal Living, Southern Living, HGTV and many more,” she said. “This is millions of dollars in ad equivalency.”

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Island Knowledge USCB PROGRAM FOR LOCAL EMPLOYEES TEACHES ABOUT HHI

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Christina Price, manager of Dunes House, completed the island ambassador course two years ago.

isitors to Hilton Head Island come from all over the world, and they often are unfamiliar with the Lowcountry’s history and natural resources. So they turn to the people they encounter every day during their vacations: Hilton Head Island’s waiters, bartenders and hotel employees.

Sometimes, these folks know the answers to tourists’ questions. And, of course, sometimes they don’t. The University of South Carolina-Beaufort partners with the local hospitality industry to turn those “I don’t know” answers into “Well, let me tell you about…”

While the university’s new hospitality campus — which opened in the fall — is focused on training those interested in hospitality careers, the school also offers programs for those who have been manning the industry’s front lines for years. The Island Ambassador Program is dedicated to educating hospitality workers on island ecology and culture so that they can quickly and confidently answer any question curious tourists might have. Even those who have spent years on the island might be surprised about what they can learn about its past and its wildlife — and they might be surprised by the impact they can have on the island’s tourism industry, its leading economic driver.

“Island Ambassadors create exceptional guest experiences so that visitors not only want to return, but have the desire to bring their friends and family back with them,” said program director Keri Olivetti, of USCB’s Center for Event Management and Hospitality Training.

To become an officially certified Island Ambassador, program participants attend a half day course that covers island knowledge, island culture, and island ecology. The island knowledge class focuses on the island’s history and the impact of tourism. The island culture course highlights Gullah culture along with the island’s art, theater, dance, sports and water activities. And during the island ecology segment, program participants learn about local wildlife and the island’s various ecological systems — the beaches, dunes and maritime forests, along with the marshes and tidal creeks.

Participants find that becoming an island ambassador helps them succeed at work. Christina Price was a bartender at Dunes Houses when she

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completed the course two year ago. She’s now the beachfront restaurant’s manager but still uses the knowledge she gained from the program.

“We always get asked about nature and animals. They ask a lot of questions about the sea turtles,” Price said, adding, “I take my own initiatives to learn things about the island, but it was cool to be able to do it at work.”

Price has lived in the Lowcountry for 14 years, but many local employees are recent arrivals. USCB tries to tailor the course curriculum to participants’ backgrounds; if most of the students are relatively new to the island, the coursework will be different than if they have lived in the Lowcountry for decades.

Employees from Sonesta Hilton Head Island Resort, Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, Sea Pines Resort and the Bicycle Ambassdors are some of the about 2,000 island ambassadors who have completed the course.

Experts say that a focus on educating hospitality workers on the area’s history and ecology can pay off: Researchers at Clemson University found that the Island Ambassador program “helps employees exceed customer expectations” and “supports the workers themselves and increases their pride.”

BECOME AN AMBASSADOR THE ISLAND AMBASSADOR PROGRAM IS OFFERED FREE THROUGH THE USCB CENTER FOR EVENT MANAGEMENT AND HOSPITALITY TRAINING, A CORROBORATION BETWEEN THE TOWN OF HILTON HEAD ISLAND AND USCB. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BECOME A CERTIFIED ISLAND AMBASSADOR WITH SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE OF HILTON HEAD ISLAND OR YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR HOSPITALITY PROFESSIONALS TO BECOME CERTIFIED ISLAND AMBASSADORS PLEASE REACH OUT TO KERI OLIVETTI AT OLIVETTI@USCB.EDU. July 2019 39

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The Front Lines of Summer T

he arrival of July has ushered in an all-out invasion of visitors to the island. And while this annual onslaught does wonders for the local economy, it takes a well-regulated militia of workers to prepare for the tourists who choose to vacation here. To see how things were going on the front lines, Monthly checked in with some of the island's fearless foot soldiers.

"Saturdays are hectic, to say the least. We have a very small window of time between when housekeeping leaves and when the next guests arrive to make sure everything is flocked — fluffed and stocked."

- Kathleen Sanz, Flocker, BESTNEST by Beverly Serral Vacation Rentals.

"Our high season kicked in a few weeks ago.

Several hundred bikes will be rented out every week in July. The challenge is to always be sure there are more bikes available."

- Kent Bird, Manager, Sharky's Bike Rentals and Surf Shop.

"Our responsibilities range from answering questions to assisting with stingray and jellyfish stings to water rescue. Last year, we had a two-day stretch in July with more than 100 jellyfish stings.

We're hoping we don't see that again this year."

- Scott Ohlson, Supervisor, Shore Beach Services.

"On a busy day, I'll serve well over 100 drinks.

But on the weekend of July 4, this place will be swamped ... you're lucky if you can even see the deck."

- Matt Clark, bartender, The Tiki Hut.

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"In July, I'll be keeping very busy helping the lunch crowd dock their boats.

Don't ask me how many — it's too many to count!"

– Logan Seifert, dock worker, Hilton Head Boathouse.

"July can be brutally hot. Of all the things I do, probably the most important is passing out chilled wet towels to golfers."

- Sam Story, Golf Course Ranger, Sea Pines Resort.

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THREE LOCAL BOYS COMPLETE EAGLE SCOUT PROJECTS

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ecoming an Eagle Scout requires dedication — plus a certain amount of time and maturity. For three Lowcountry teens, it also required a significant amount of sweat.

Jake Lopko and brothers Andrew and Matthew Sherbune all set out to achieve the highest possible rank in scouting, and all three chose to do their community service projects outside.

Would-be Eagle Scouts must spend at least six months in Boy Scouts, earn at least 21 merit badges, and complete a community-focused project that requires leadership and organizational skills. Only a small percentage of scouts achieve the coveted Eagle Scout rank.

Jake, a member of Boy Scouts Troop 245 Hilton Head, said he wanted “to do something significant to help the community where I live.”

“Becoming an Eagle Scout was something I really wanted to achieve because I knew very few boys actually do it,” he said.

He came up with his project after reading about the damage done to historic Gullah cemeteries after hurricanes Matthew and Irma hit Hilton Head Island in 2016 and 2017. He reached out to Ben Green, a native islander who was involved in raising money to help clean up storm debris, and created a plan to assist with the cleanup of four of the 10 impacted cemeteries.

Jake recruited more than 80 volunteers to help with his efforts. Over eight days and 402 hours of labor, the volunteers picked up trash, cleared graves and headstones, trimmed and removed trees and vegetative debris, filled in holes, planted wax myrtles, and replaced American flags. They also installed new signs that serve as historical markers from Eagle Scout Jake money raised through a GoFundMe Lopko organized clean ups of four page started by Jake. cemeteries impact by Jake’s work had a ripple effect Hurricane Matthew. on other island cemeteries — his

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BECOMING AN EAGLE

SCOUT WAS SOMETHING I REALLY WANTED TO

ACHIEVE BECAUSE I KNEW VERY FEW BOYS

ACTUALLY DO IT

– JAKE LOPKO

project spurred a fundraising campaign to pay for signs at other native islander graveyards, and a Facebook page called “HHI Native Islanders Cemeteries” was created to increase awareness of the historic sites.

On the mainland, brothers and Boy Scouts Matthew and Andrew Sherburne were also committed to becoming Eagle Scouts. Members of Bluffton’s Boy Scout Troop 241, they completed separate Eagle Scout projects that both benefited the Boys & Girls Club of Bluffton.

Andrew built a potting shed where club members will learn about gardening. As part of his project, he worked with the community to recruit builders and solicit building material donations, leading volunteers from Hilton Head Regional Habitat for Humanity, Lord of Life Lutheran Church and fellow scouts to cut and move lumber, cement posts, construct the shed and attach its metal roof.

Eagle Scout Andrew Sherburn (left) built a “Completing the potting shed potting shed at the Boys helped me gain confidence in my & Girls Club of Bluffton. leadership and organizational skills,” His twin brother he said. “It also helped me realize Matthew (opposite) that I do have the ability to become an built a grape arbor at engineer in the future.” the club.

Matthew also built a structure for

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the Boys & Girls Club of Bluffton: a grape arbor.

“It was just like building a house,” said Matthew. “I needed advice from engineers, architects, and builders, and then I had to come up with a design that would work the best.”

Matthew said the project helped boost his confidence and was a way to give back after being a member of the Boys & Girls Club for many years.

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Ray of Light

POCKETS FULL OF SUNSHINE HELPS DISABLED ADULTS LIVE FULLER LIVES

BY AMY COYNE BREDESON PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE GANNON FAMILY

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lake Gannon enjoys swimming, going to the movies, listening to music and working on his computer. He loves his cat Suki, and his eyes light up when his younger sister, Whitaker, walks in the room.

The 27-year-old Hilton Head Island man is intelligent, organized and usually able to stay on task mentally for long periods of time, according to his parents, Andrea and Chris Gannon. But Blake’s autism makes communicating difficult and hinders his ability to live and work independently.

Andrea, the vice president of marketing at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, said her son hit all of his developmental milestones on time until he was about 15 months old.

“Over the next maybe three or four months, we watched him fade away,” said Chris, a Marriott Vacation Club master sales executive. “I was traveling sometimes for a couple of days out of the week, and I remember coming home, and he would be a foot-and-a-half from the TV, flapping his hands and staring at it. We were calling his name, and he wouldn’t turn his head.”

Andrea said they began to wonder if Blake was hearing impaired. She had his hearing tested, but everything was normal. Soon afterward, however, Blake was diagnosed with autism. The family immediately lined up a variety of therapies for him — speech, occupational, physical, etc. These extensive programs helped Blake remain in an inclusive classroom from first through fifth grades.

But then in middle school, Blake contracted Lyme disease.

And then, a few years later, he had a grand mal seizure, and continued to have a seizure every few weeks. Thankfully, they became less and less frequent.

When Blake graduated from Hilton Head Island High School in 2014, his parents were not sure what would come next for their son. They looked at different day programs for adults with disabilities in the area but decided these options didn’t quite meet Blake’s needs. Then they discovered Pockets Full of Sunshine.

Founded in 2015, Pockets Full of Sunshine was created by a special education teacher, a speech therapist and the parents of a special-needs adult woman. The nonprofit organization offers inclusive social and vocational opportunities for adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. Members — called “rays,” as in “rays of sunshine” — meet on Sunday afternoons at First Presbyterian Church on Hilton Head Island for crafts and music. They also meet on Friday nights for a social activity, sometimes a movie or a play. They have learned to play

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Blake Gannon participates in many Pockets Full of Sunshine events.

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE SMILES, AND THE MOMENTS OF MAKING THEM FEEL CONNECTED AND A PART OF THINGS INSTEAD OF SITTING AT HOME.

-CAROL BARTHOLOMEW

the chimes at Christ Lutheran Church with the church’s director of music, Jim Fritz, and they sell their handmade goods at local events.

Last year, the group won an honorable mention in the Port Royal Sound Foundation’s recycled art contest. This year, the group won the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing’s cookie contest. Their “Peanut Butter Putters” were such a hit that even Darius Rucker had to have one at the tournament.

Co-founder Carol Bartholomew said the program is all about giving special-needs adults the opportunity to engage with the public in hands-on activities.

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IF YOU GO Pockets Full of Sunshine, Know No Boundaries and Southern Barrel Brewing Company will host a “Sunshine & Suds” fundraiser from 5-9 p.m. July 13 at Southern Barrel in Bluffton. The evening will include live music, food, craft beers and a raffle. Proceeds will benefit Pockets Full of Sunshine. For more information, go to pocketsfullofsun.org.

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“It’s all about the smiles, and the moments of making them feel connected and a part of things instead of sitting at home,” Bartholomew said.

In addition to the social activities, the organization offers job training once a week at a local business. Rays have been learning the trade of screen printing on Thursdays at Transportation Safety Apparel on Hilton Head. The organization is hoping to partner with other local businesses for more teaching opportunities.

Since joining Pockets Full of Sunshine, Thursday has become Blake’s favorite day of the week. Normally a late sleeper, he pretty much gets right out of bed at 6:45 a.m., ready to go to work with the group, his mother says.

“Here’s what’s great for Blake,” Andrea said. “The fact

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Left: Blake with his mom, Andrea Gannon. Above: Blake and his sister Whitaker enjoy a Pockets Full of Sunshine get-together at First Presbyterian Church on Hilton Head Island.

that (the organization) ties in something work-oriented, there is so much pride for him in that.”

She said Pockets Full of Sunshine has been amazing for her son, and that it’s exciting to imagine what the future could hold for Blake and other special-needs adults involved in the program. The program, she said, gives the family a sense of hope that can be hard to come by for parents of special-needs children.

“As any parent of a special-needs child can tell you, there are situations that aren't easy, pretty much on a daily basis,” Andrea said. “But Blake is the most extraordinary gift in our lives. Blake lives fully and completely in each moment … He has and continues to be our greatest teacher.”

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Best Face Forward

SUMMER TRENDS HIGHLIGHT YOUR NATURAL BEAUTY

BY HEATHER EDGE

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t’s finally time for full-coverage looks to take a hike.

My favorite beauty trend for summer makeup is minimal coverage, accented by sheer washes of color on the cheeks, lips and eyes and radiant, highlighted skin.

Even those who prefer full coverage can modify their techniques to help their skin appear more natural and glowing.

Start by applying moisturizer.

Immediately follow with concealer on the dark areas in the inner corners of the eyes and the eyelids to add brightness and camouflage uneven skin tone; apply underneath the eyes to hide puffiness and dark circles. My favorite concealers have vitamins and hyaluronic acid to brighten the skin and fill in fine lines.

For a natural finish, apply the product to the top of your hand and then use your fingertips to warm up the concealer before pressing it into the skin. Use your ring finger to lightly apply to the eye area and any areas on the face you want to conceal dark spots or redness — for example, between the brows, around the nose and around smile lines.

Try a sheer-coverage foundation that blends easily and does not settle into wrinkles or pores. I recommend a sheer foundation with hyaluronic acid — an immediate anti-ager — and vitamins to help the formula melt into your skin for a natural look.

Don’t forget to set your makeup with a microfine translucent powder. These

powders are different from traditional powders because they reflect light away from lines, wrinkles and pores and give the skin a beautiful, airbrushed appearance.

Once your base is set, add some color.

Apply a sheer wash to the cheeks — a neutral hue with a sheen is a great option. I love a warm tone that has a rosy, coppery, luminous finish. Apply at an angle, moving from the highest point of the cheekbone to the apples of the cheek to add definition while leaving the skin glistening in the sun. Then add a highlighter to the top of the cheekbones and the center of the face for a truly glowing look.

Follow up with bronzer or shades of pinks, purples or blues — but keep it simple. A sheer wash of glimmering shadow across the eyelid can be enough to make a difference; add a little eyeliner to the waterline and you’ve got a sultry look. Or skip the eyeliner and just brush your lashes with a lush, waterproof mascara that can handle the summer heat.

The best thing about this summer look is that it lets your true beauty shine through. You can wear as little or as much makeup as you want. Don’t be afraid to show off your freckles and beautiful, glowing summer skin.

Heather Edge is a makeup artist/ esthetician on Hilton Head Island and in the surrounding areas.

Connect with her on Instagram: @shineyourlight_makeupartistry.

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Top 5 Cosmetic Surgical and Minimally-Invasive Procedures

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inimally invasive cosmetic procedures grew at a slightly higher rate than surgical procedures in 2018. While three of the topfive surgical procedures focused on the body, the top minimally invasive procedures focused on the face. Of the nearly 1.8 million cosmetic surgical procedures performed the most popular were:

SURGICAL PROCEDURES:

MINIMALLY INVASIVE PROCEDURES:

Breast Augmentation

Botulinum Toxin Type A

Liposuction

Soft Tissue Fillers

Nose Reshaping

Chemical Peel

Eyelid Surgery

Laser Hair Removal

Tummy Tuck

Microdermabrasion

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Our microblading service is scheduled as a twohour appointment to allow for individualizing the finished look for not only density and color, but the ideal placement for each client. A follow up appointment with touchup is done within 6 weeks from the initial treatment. Semi-permanent pigment typically lasts for 6-8 months.

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Chic This season is all about color, patterns and texture. From pale peach to saturated corals and periwinkle, there is a look for every mood.

PHOTOS BY JACKIE FRIEL HAIR & MAKEUP BY JOANNA DEANGELO STYLED BY KATHRYN MADEMANN

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Sea Turtle Stories SALLY MURPHY’S NEW BOOK RECOUNTS EARLY CONSERVATION EFFORTS

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IF I CAN WRITE A MEMOIR, ANYONE CAN. - SALLY MURPHY

eople have always told Sally Murphy that she should write a memoir.

After all, as a biologist and environmentalist with South Carolina’s Department of Natural Resources, she spent three decades getting a lot closer to the endangered species than most people. She was among the first to document threats — like shrimp nets — to the state’s turtles, and successfully advocated for mandatory turtle excluder devices that helped them escape the nets.

After she retired, Murphy decided to share her story and the lessons she learned over the years about protecting the environment. The result: “Turning the Tide,” a memoir she published in December.

“It was a great thing to do, reminiscing with my relatives and other friends about things that have happened,” she said of writing the book. “It was fun.”

Filled with stories that are both funny and sad, “Turning the Tide” describes her personal and professional triumphs against tough odds. It all began with a transfer to Charleston, where she began her career as the state’s sea turtle coordinator. Over the years, she created South Carolina’s turtle conservancy program as it exists today, including its volunteer nest protection projects and its sea turtle and marine mammal stranding networks.

Her memoir also includes anecdotes about her days monitoring the area’s sea turtle population from a single-engine plane flying low along the shoreline and confronting humans poaching on the beach. A man known as “Ronnie the Poacher” gave up his illegal ways,

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In her new memoir, biologist Sally Murphy writes about her groundbreaking work protecting South Carolina's sea turtles.

she wrote, when his fine went from $25 to $5,000 after loggerhead sea turtles were classified as a threatened species.

Murphy also shares personal stories, like her childhood spent on the Vernon River, south of Savannah.

“I sometimes pretended to be an otter,” she wrote, “sliding on my belly down the pluff mud shore at low tide, or as I floated on a rubber raft along narrow creeks.”

Though she said she enjoyed the writing process, the task at first seemed daunting. For guidance, Murphy enrolled in a memoir-writing workshop, where her instructor helped her add more description to her work by encouraging her to “write” with all of her senses, not just focusing on what she saw and heard. Her publisher, Evening Post Books in Charleston, is keeping Murphy busy with signings, speaking engagements and other appearances, but Murphy is encouraging to those who have been thinking about writing their own life stories.

“If I can write a memoir, anyone can,” she said.

“Turning the Tide” is available in local bookstores as well as amazon.com.

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A WHEEL GOOD TIME

Hilton Head Island recently saw its Gold-Level Bike Friendly Community status re-affirmed, with the added bonus of being named the most bike-friendly community in South Carolina. It’s a well-earned title; the island boasts 6 miles of bike lanes, 117 miles of shared-use pathways, 108 miles of paved shared-use paths, 14 miles of planned pathways, and 1 mile of single track stretching across the island. Bikers of all abilities are sure to find the perfect path for their two-wheeled exploration of the island.

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Summer Fun Without the Sand

THERE’S NO NEED TO PACK A TOWEL FOR THESE SUMMER ACTIVITIES. HERE’S HOW YOU CAN HAVE A BLAST ON DRY LAND.

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here’s a lot to be said for dry land. For one, it’s dry. You can have all the fun you want without having to pack a bathing suit and a towel and you don’t wind up with water in your ear.

And in the Lowcountry, there’s no limit to the good times you can have without ever once touching the waves.

Whether you’re looking to improve your handicap, spend a little quality time with the family or discover the island’s history, enjoyment awaits. Get out there and find it.

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PEDEGO-GO

What exactly is a Pedego? It’s an electric bike that lets you cruise the pathways of Hilton Head Island without breaking a sweat. Outside Hilton Head offers a unique Pedego tour that leaves from the Shelter Cove store, winding around the waterfront and down to Pope Avenue and stopping at Veterans Memorial Park, Shelter Cove Community Park, the King Neptune statue and Compass Rose Park. Hop on and let the bike do all the work while you enjoy the island. For more information, go to outsidehiltonhead.com.

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PHOTOS BY SEGWAY TOURS HILTON HEAD

(SEG)WAY TO GO Even if you’ve lived here for years, you haven’t seen the island until you’ve seen it from behind the controls of a Segway. This unique upright transport lets you glide effortlessly, taking in the sights as you go. ProSegway offers a variety of tours on Hilton Head Island, from eco-focused tours around the natural beauty of Honey Horn to oceanside tours that cruise around South Forest Beach’s rambling bike paths. Strap on your helmet and enjoy the ride!

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PHOTOGRAPHER COLIN BROOKER

ROAM THROUGH HISTORY Want to pick up some historical tidbits to impress your friends? The Heritage Library offers a slew of different tours that take you to fascinating sites dating back to the early days of Hilton Head Island. At 10 a.m. Mondays, you can tour the remains of Fort Mitchel as costumed characters share how this defensive battery held off Confederate incursion and gave the Union a foothold in the South. At 1 p.m. Wednesdays, a 3-mile bike tour visits Indian shell rings, tabby ruins and the Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island in a trek through time. At 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, you can hear spooky stories of Hilton Head’s history at Zion Chapel of Ease Cemetery, or you can visit during the daylight hours at 10 a.m. Thursday for an intriguing program highlighting the cemetery’s historical significance. For more information, go to heritagelib.org.

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Hilton Head Island is famed for its golf, but if you’re looking for something to keep the whole family entertained, you’ll want to think small — like minigolf, where family bragging rights are won and lost.

Adventure Cove Mini Golf & Arcade has not one, but two fantastic courses to test out your short game. Choose from Paradise Falls or Lost Lagoon, both of which wind through roaring waterfalls, winding creeks and tricky hazards in 36 holes of pure putt-putt paradise. For more information, go to adventurecove.com.

PHOTOGRAPHER COLIN BROOKER

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ADVENTURE COVE

PUTT FOR DOUGH (OR BRAGGING RIGHTS)

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IN THE LOWCOUNTRY, THERE’S NO LIMIT TO THE GOOD TIMES YOU CAN HAVE WITHOUT EVER ONCE TOUCHING THE WAVES.

ONE WITH NATURE The unique ecosystem of the Lowcountry begs to be explored. And if there’s one place to see it all, it’s the Coastal Discovery Museum. Wander along pathways through maritime forests and trek down the boardwalk to learn about the plants and animals that call our area home. Head out to the stables to meet the island’s marsh tackies, horses brought to the Lowcountry by Spanish settlers centuries ago and bred over the years for the terrain of the Lowcountry. The museum also offers programs dedicated to topics like blue crabs, butterflies, critter meet and greets, the Civil War’s impact on the island and much more. For more information, go to coastaldiscovery.org.

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Cool Off WHAT’S HOT IN COOL POOLS FOR 2019

BY ALLISON GOODWIN

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dding a pool this summer? Here are a few trends to keep in mind:

DARK INTERIORS Dark interior finishes will continue to be a big trend in 2019. Historically, dark interiors have been reserved for highend hotels and spas, but there has been a recent increase in homeowner demand.

The dark interiors are often made of tile and styled with natural features like rocks or waterfalls to create the essence of a relaxing lagoon. These darker finishes also have functional qualities, as they attract and retain heat more effectively as well as mask any dirt or debris.

YEAR ROUND POOLS

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COASTAL POOLS AQUARIUS POOLS

SUN SHELVES OR SHALLOW-DEPTHS

A new pool trend for 2019 is sun shelves or shallow-depth pools. This 1- to 2-footdeep feature is great for those who enjoy lounging in shallow waters as well as sunbathing, and as an added benefit can also reduce construction and excavation costs when building a pool. But be sure you consider your lifestyle and how you plan to use your pool before committing to this feature — if you’re looking to just do laps, this probably isn’t for you.

INFINITY EDGE This ongoing trend is here to stay. This stylish feature offers not only a modern focal point for your pool, but is also fun to relax in and provides a comfortable ledge to sit on. As swimming pool construction continues to become more innovative, the design options for infinity edges are endless.

SMART POOLS Traditionally, pools require a fair amount of upkeep; however, thanks to today’s technology and pool innovations that is changing. Smart pools offer the most cost-efficient solutions to pool maintenance. For example: In-floor cleaning tiles will scrub the bottom and surface of the pool automatically and lighting can be customized to your personal preference and controlled by smartphone.

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››Real Estate News

Sgt. Major Donna Dunbar

Cindy Creamer

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Sea Pines Country Club

IN MEMORIAM

Sgt. Major Donna Dunbar of Bluffton, a retired Marine and successful Realtor, passed away last month. Originally from Washington, D.C., she was a member of the Coastal Group at Charter One Realty and specialized in helping military families find homes.

Dunbar was a loving, involved and fun mother who coached basketball and volleyball and volunteered at her children’s schools. She died unexpectedly at home of an acute pulmonary thromboembolus — a blood clot, in layman’s terms — according to Beaufort County deputy coroner David Ott. She was 46 years old and was buried with military honors in Beaufort National Cemetery.

Dunbar retired from Parris Island in 2016 as a Marine Corps Sergeant Major. She is survived by her husband Napoleon, 15-year-old son Gabriel and 7-year-old daughter Doniella.

SEA PINES COUNTRY CLUB OFFERS SUMMER PREVIEW MEMBERSHIPS

DUNES REAL ESTATE WELCOMES ONE

Cindy Creamer has joined the team at Dunes Real Estate. Creamer prides herself on her strong client relationships and her leadership within the community and the real estate profession on the local, state and national level.

She will work out of the Palmetto Dunes office.

CORA BETT THOMAS REALTY LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE

Cora Bett Thomas Realty & Associates recently launched a new website to help better serve clients. The new site features a map search option and an option to quickly search market information. The new website is also equipped with a customer relations management platform and updated search engine optimization. For more information, go to corabettthomas.com.

HOMEBUILDERS GROUP SEEKS OPINIONS ON FEES

In 2018, Beaufort County contracted with consultant group Tischler Bise to review the current impact fees levied on new development in the county. Tischler Bise has presented its review to the Southern Lowcountry Regional Board, and now the Hilton Head Area Home Builders Association wants your opinion. Where do you stand on impact fees? Do you support viable alternatives? Please send your opinions to meg@hhahba.com

CENTURY 21 DIAMOND REALTY ADDS ONE Marielena Grogan has joined the team at CENTURY 21 Diamond Realty as a real estate professional. Grogan has many years of sales experience in the New York and Bluffton areas.

Sea Pines Country Club has completed a multimillion dollar renovation and expansion project and is offering two-month trial memberships intended for local residents. The only private club within Sea Pines, it has world-class golf, tennis, pools, dining and fitness. The two month “test-drive” memberships begin at $1,150 for a “Clubhouse” membership including swim, fitness, social events and dining. All prospective members will receive a $250 club usage credit for use during the two-month trial period.

Membership includes access to the newly expanded, 7,300 square-foot, state-of-theart fitness center featuring infrared saunas and instructor-led wellness programs, recently redesigned clubhouse, golf course and practice facilities designed by World Golf Hall of Fame Member Arnold Palmer, Har-Tru courts and tennis program, 24-meter outdoor pool, saline indoor pool and children’s splash pool.

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Savannah’s Squares TAKE A WALKING TOUR THROUGH HISTORY

BY ALLISON GOODWIN PHOTOS COURTESY OF SAVANNAH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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ome of the greatest secrets of Savannah are hidden in plain sight along the oak-lined streets of the city’s historic district. Its squares are a prominent feature of the district, and their unique history and Southern charm make them must-see destinations.

Savannah’s founder, Gen. James Oglethorpe, designed the city in a grid pattern to allow for easy navigation and growth while encouraging citizens to get out and about. Johnson Square was Savannah’s first established square, dating back to 1733. And while back then the city’s squares served two purposes — gathering spots for local residents and practice area for the militia — today they are serene spots to sit and observe the city.

“I live by Troop Square and at night some residents of that square will sit with a beer or some wine with their neighbors,” said Zach Powers, author of the book “100 Things to do in Savannah Before You Die.” “I love when that happens because the square is functioning the way it was originally meant to.”

The city’s 22 squares cover 2 square miles of the historic downtown and offer the perfect way to spend a day.

Comfortable shoes are highly recommended for this walk through history.

While there is never a bad time to explore the beautiful squares, visiting during the cooler spring and fall months could make the trip more enjoyable.

But not to worry: The dense canopy

Madison Square is the site of the monument to Sergeant William Jasper, a Revolutionary War hero.

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WALKING TOUR TIPS

Ready to hit the pavement? Here are a few tips that will help make your tour a little more enjoyable: • Pick up a free map of Savannah’s Historic District at the Savannah Visitor Center, 301 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

• Carry a water bottle.

• Wear comfortable walking shoes.

• Bring a hat and sunglasses.

• Consider carrying an umbrella.

Opposite page, Lafayette Square fountain.

provided by hundreds of live oak trees will provide shade even on the hottest days.

The most visited squares — the “crown jewels of Savannah” — are found on Bull Street and include Monterey, Madison, Chippewa, Wright and Johnson squares.

Each is home to a variety of interesting historical tidbits.

Chippewa Square is most famous for being the location of the bench scene in “Forrest Gump,” while Wright Square is home to ancient history in the form of a giant boulder marking the burial site of Chief Tomochichi, leader of

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CHIPPEWA SQUARE IS MOST FAMOUS FOR BEING THE LOCATION OF THE BENCH

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the Yamacraw Indians. Tomochichi and Oglethorpe formed a friendship and worked together in the creation of Savannah.

But don’t be afraid to venture off the beaten path to discover the other jewels of the city’s landscape.

“The most visited squares offer plenty to see, but other squares like Troop and Ellis have unique things that are worth seeing, but often get overlooked because they are not on Bull Street,” said Christopher Berinato, author of the forthcoming book “Secret Savannah.”

Left, Chippewa Square; Above, The Haitian Monument at Franklin Square.

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Surf ’s up HILTON HEAD’S ORIGINAL WAVE RIDERS SHARE THEIR LOVE OF THE SEA WITH A NEW GENERATION

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Ryan Trenary (left) and J.T. Roberts are Hilton Head surf legends.

urfing wasn’t really a thing in South Carolina until the 1960s, when military personnel from the West Coast and Hawaii arrived during the Vietnam War and began paddling out in search of waves in Charleston and Myrtle Beach and on Hunting Island.

And though a few of these surfers made their way to Hilton Head Island, the sport remained mostly off the radar through the ’60s. That changed in 1971, when Hamp Sewell, a former East Coast surfing champion, and his wife, Sissy, started Kindred Spirits, a camp for kids that included surfing instruction. Soon they were taking young proteges to competitions around the state.

“In the late ’60s and ’70s, we were surfing our brains out,” says son Byron “Surf Dog” Sewell, whose company Native Son Adventures now offers popular surf camps and lessons.

In 1972, Charleston surfers (and skateboarders) Nanci Polk Weckhorst and her husband, Jerre — one of those Vietnamera West Coast transplants — came to Hilton Head, in part to escape the increasingly crowded waves in Charleston.

“There was hardly anybody out and the waves were really good here,” says Nanci, 67, who won the 1972 U.S. East Coast surfing championship and is known as the “godmother” of Hilton Head surfing.

The Weckhorsts opened Nanseas Custom Canvas and Surf Shop, which took the baton from Kindred Spirits and put together a surfing team.

“Hamp and Nanci taught us how to judge a break, how to judge winds, which

way to paddle,” says Gavan Daly, one of the Sewells’ first young surfers and today better known as renowned tattoo artist Knarly Gav. “Also, how to sneak into hotels to wash up.”

The Weckhorsts closed their shop in 1990 and moved to Costa Rica in search of bigger breaks. In 2000, John Tolly arrived to fill the void with his Sunny Daze Surf shop, which operated on the island until 2009 and from 2016 until last winter.

He helped bring along a new generation of surfers who grew up idolizing Sewell and Daly — surfers like J.T. Roberts, Ryan Trenary and Justin Quintal, who is currently the No. 1 longboard surfer in the World Surf League.

“We were watching Gavan and Byron from Heron Street and Gannett Street. We were on boogie boards and started standing up, and they started noticing us,” says Trenary, now manager at Roberts’ Forest Beach Surf & Cycle, where he also gives lessons.

The best location for surfing on Hilton Head ebbs and flows over time, thanks to the changing shape of offshore banks, weather patterns and even the town’s beach renourishment program. Tolly now mostly surfs Singleton Beach on the north end, after Hurricane Joaquin all but obliterated the break at nearby Burke’s Beach in 2015.

“It can go for years without being any good, due to weather patterns, hurricanes and nor’easters, then it can come back,” says Tolly, who remains the only major board “shaper” — or surf board builder — between Jacksonville and Myrtle Beach.

“The Singleton surf was there

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25 years ago, a dominant break, then went dormant for years. Now it’s back.”

But the waves are there, if you know when and where to look.

“The three hours right around an incoming high tide,” says Roberts, reciting the mantra of Hilton Head surfing.

And as it turns out, modest surf makes the island a great place to learn, especially for kids. North Forest Beach, Palmetto Dunes and Burke’s Beach are favorite locations for surf lessons—which always include safety skills. Nate Skager, a local firefighter who gives lessons at Burke’s Beach through Surf HHI and the Island Rec Center, teaches his students how to avoid rip currents,

CATCH A WAVE Native Son Adventures: 90-minute “surf camps” for kids and adults. North Forest Beach and Palmetto Dunes. nativesonadventures.com, 843-816-3312 or NativeSonAdventures@gmail.com Forest Beach Surf & Cycle: Private lessons for kids and adults. fbsurfandcycle.com or 843-384-3727 Surf HHI/Island Rec Center: Surf camps for kids and adults at Burke’s Beach. islandreccenter.org/summer-sports or surfhiltonhead.com or 843-681-3293 130 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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Byron “Surf Dog” Sewell grew up surfing on North Forest Beach.

prevent injuries while surfing, and respect the ocean and the environment. Since the summer of 2004, Skager has taught more than 800 children and adults the joy of surfing.

Other surf instructors note that beginners can feel the thrill of success right away on Hilton Head Island.

“We’ve done thousands of lessons, and everybody we’ve taught has learned within the first hour. Kids we teach here can immediately think about surfing, and not about the dangers of the ocean,” says Roberts, who notes that his shop can give lessons on hard-to-reach breaks on Forest Beach, thanks to decades-old relationships with property owners.

Small waves are harder for adults to surf, but even they can learn, with a little help.

“People push a paddleboard into a knee-high wave and ride it all the way to the beach,” Trenary says. “That’s surfing.”

Perhaps best of all, Hilton Head is known for its laid-back surf culture. At

many hot spots, a newbie’s inadvertent breach of etiquette can lead to serious nastiness, and occasionally violence, from territorial locals.

“There is a true aloha spirit here,” Trenary says.

During Hurricane Florence in September 2018, for example, many young surfers got their first taste of “decent waves” while older surfers cheered them on.

“It was awesome,” Roberts says.

“Waist high, clean and perfect all the way to the beach. All the guys were letting the kids get all the waves. Everybody was hooting and hollering, nobody caring about themselves.”

Recently, Hilton Head's surf community said goodbye to one of its own.

Longtime islander John “Dante” Liska, who epitomized the optimistic vibe surfing is known for, passed away on May 29 after a two-and-a-half year battle with cancer.

Friends and family celebrated his life with a paddle out ceremony near Avocet Street, a favorite island surf spot.

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Where toWorship Creation Care

LOWCOUNTRY PRESBYTERIAN CONGREGATION CARES FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

BY AMY COYNE BREDESON

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n the Bible’s first creation story in Genesis 1, human beings are commanded to care for the Earth and all living things.

A group of members at Lowcountry Presbyterian Church are taking those words to heart, making it their mission to do what they can to protect and clean up the land that humans have polluted for hundreds of years.

“The conversations we are having about the environment are to explore solutions to a moral calling to care for God’s creation,” said Rev. Stephanie Dion.

The Simmonsville Road church has been recognized by the national Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) as an “Earth Care Congregation” based on its activities in worship, education, facilities and outreach.

The church’s Creation Care Team has participated in Adopt-A-Highway and the May River Cleanup and is involved in the Beaufort Walk for Water.

In addition to working with the community, the church has made a number of changes to its own building. It has banned Styrofoam cups, encourages carpooling and is investing in special blinds to protect the birds on its campus.

One of the Creation Care Team’s goals for 2019 was to come up with educational programs focused on climate change. The team decided to host a three-part speaker series on environmental issues. In May, former counsel to the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Jim Cubie spoke about the environmental legislative process. Former U.S. Congressman Bob Inglis will speak on July 17, followed by a talk by U.S. Congressman Joe Cunningham on August 29.

Inglis, the executive director of the

nonprofit group RepublicEn, will address free-enterprise solutions to climate change.

“What we have here is a problem in economics that has an environmental consequence,” he said. “If we fix the economics, the environment will take care of itself.”

Inglis — who was awarded the 2015 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award for his work on climate change — said his solution is a carbon tax paired with a dollar-for-dollar reduction in other taxes so there’s no growth of government.

“You apply the tax to imports from countries that don’t have an equivalent carbon tax,” Inglis said. “It’s a way of America using access to the American market to make it in the world’s interest to follow our lead.”

He is looking forward to returning to his hometown to speak at Lowcountry Presbyterian, where his parents were members before they passed away. For their part, Rev. Dion and the church’s Creation Care team hope the community will turn out for the talk.

“We invite everyone to come and discuss how we all can care for the Earth,” Dion said.

CLIMATE CHANGE CONVERSATIONS Lowcountry Presbyterian Church will host two speakers as part of its series of discussions on the environment. Former U.S. Rep. Bob Inglis will speak at 5:30 p.m. July 17; he is the executive director of environmental nonprofit RepublicEn. U.S. Rep. Joe Cunningham will speak at 5 p.m. Aug. 29.

The events will be held at the church, located at 10 Simmonsville Road in Bluffton, and are free and open to the public. For more information, call the church office at 843-815-6570.

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Lowcountry Presbyterian Church Surrounded by God’s grace, we are a family of faith joined together through Christ, offering meaning and hope to all by the way we worship, serve and live.

Sunday Worship Services at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Childcare available at 10:30 a.m. service 10 SIMMONSVILLE ROAD BLUFFTON, SC 29910 (INTERSECTION OF HWY 278)

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July 4 FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS: Starting at dusk, fireworks will fill the sky at Harbour Town in Sea Pines, Skull Creek Boathouse and Palmetto Dunes’ Harbourfest at Shelter Cove.

Bring your lawn chairs.

THROUGH AUG. 4 “LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL”: A fun and awardwinning musical based on the movie “Legally Blonde” traces the challenges faced by a young female lawyer. Shows are 8 p.m. June 28-Aug. 4; tickets are $50 for adults and $37 for children ages 5-15. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island.

843-686-3945, ext. 206, or artshhi.com.

JULY 1 HAIG POINT CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT: Players can sign up as individuals or on teams. $300 per player fee includes transportation, breakfast and lunch, hole contests and prizes, a donation to the Haig Point Foundation and an oceanfront awards ceremony with

refreshments. 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m., The Haig Point Foundation, 130 Clubhouse Lane, Daufuskie Island. haigpointfoundation.org.

JULY 1-AUG. 24 LAUREN TERRETT’S “THE LOWCOUNTRY IS MY HOME”: The people, landscape, architecture and the culture of the South are the subjects of impressionistic painter Lauren Terrett’s work. Free. Opening reception 3 p.m. July 7. Society of Bluffton Artists Gallery, 6 Church St., Bluffton. 843-422-3685.

JULY 2-27 “MUSIC MAKES THE WORLD GO ‘ROUND”: Kristin Griffis’ fun and whimsical paintings feature bold colors and are inspired by music.

Free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. MondaySaturday and noon-4 p.m. Sunday, as well as 30 minutes before performances at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. Watch Griffis paint

to music 10 a.m.-noon July 9, 16 and 23. Artist’s reception is 5-7 p.m. July 10. Art League of Hilton Head Gallery, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-681-5060.

JULY 3 UNDERSTANDING FOOD LABELS: The Palmetto Plant Eaters will host Mary Lou Beavers to discuss how to read the nutrition labels found on food packaging. The Palmetto Plant Eaters Club is open to the public, and meets monthly to support whole-food, plant-based vegan eating and living. Free.

6:30 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry, 110 Malphrus Road, Bluffton. palmettoplanteaters.com.

JULY 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 SEA TURTLES OF HILTON HEAD: An educational and fun informational program from Hilton

Head’s own sea turtle expert, marine biologist Amber Kuehn. $19 for adults and $15 for children ages 12 and younger, as well as $8 Sea Pines gate pass. 8-9 p.m., Atlantic Room at the Sea Pines Beach Club, 97 N Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-1979 or seapines.com/events.

JULY 4 34TH ANNUAL HILTON HEAD FIRECRACKER 5K: This is the largest and oldest road race in Beaufort County and benefits several local charities. $35 for adult 5K run and $32 for kids’ 5K run; $10 additional fee for registration on July 4. 8 a.m., Jarvis Creek Park, 100 Jarvis Park Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-757-8520 or bearfootsports.com.

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ONE ISLAND, ONE COMMUNITY, ONE HILTON HEAD: This community picnic is hosted by Central Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church and Grace Community Church at First Tee of the Lowcountry and the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Island. Wet slides for the kids, dunk tank, food and fellowship with community prayer at 2 p.m.

Bring tents and chairs; no pets. Music by The Headliners, Spiritual Gangsters, Children’s Choir, Cranford Hollow, Yasmine Ariana and more. Shuttles running continuously from the main parking lot at Hilton Head Island High School. Free. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 151 Gumtree Road. Hilton Head Island. 843-689-3646.

dog or kids for a fun-filled parade.

Supplies are available but limited to the first 100 participants.

8:30 a.m. registration; 9:30 a.m. parade. Harbour Town, 149 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-1979 or seapines.com/events.

JULY 4 PARADE IN BLUFFTON: Kids of all ages will love the children’s parade hosted by The Store on Calhoun Street. This short parade kicks off at 10 a.m. from The Church of the Cross in Old Town Bluffton.

SALUTE FROM THE SHORE: Each year on July 4, thousands of people gather on South Carolina’s beaches to show their appreciation to America’s armed forces during a military aircraft flyover. This year, F-16s from McEntire Joint National Guard Base in Hopkins will fly over Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry at approximately 1 p.m.

JULY 5-6 FORSYTHE JEWELERS: John Hardy Trunk Show: The 2019 Cinta Collection is inspired by Balinese

folklore depicting the protective Naga spirit and features rare gems in dramatic settings. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. July 5 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

July 6. The Shops at Sea Pines Center, 71 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-671-7070 or forsythehhi.com.

JULY 8 & 15 “CREATE WITH CLAY” SUMMER CAMP: Kids can spend the week in a pottery studio, getting messy and creating masterpieces with clay. $175

per child per week. 9 a.m.-noon for students in first through third grades; 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. for fourth- through eighth-graders.

21 Mathews Drive, Suite 2, Hilton Head Island. 843-342-5439.

JULY 8-12 STEAM TINKER CAMP: A hands-on learning opportunity for youth, with a special emphasis on the STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) curriculum areas. Session 1 (June

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10-14) and Session 2 (July 8-12) will complete different projects.

Ages 7-12. $130. 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-686-3945, ext. 205 or artshhi.com/workshops.

JULY 10 MAY RIVER SHRIMP FEST SUNSET 5K: Presented by Bluffton Trading Post, this race will start and finish at Bluffton Oyster Factory Park and take participants through Old Town Bluffton.

Receive an organic cotton event T-shirt, festival tickets and a beverage ticket. $30 per person.

7:30 p.m., 55 Wharf St., Bluffton.

843-757-8520.

military; $8 for the general public. 7 p.m., Trustees Theater, 216 E Broughton St., Savannah. cdepue@scad.edu.

2ND ANNUAL CLIPPER CUP GOLF TOURNAMENT: The Barbers of the Lowcountry once again are sponsoring the Clipper Cup Golf Tournament to benefit Bluffton Self Help. $125 per player includes greens fee, cart, lasagna dinner, and free haircut redeemable in the barbershop. 10 a.m. Port Royal Golf Club, Hilton Head.

843-815-4423, barbersofthelowcountry.com.

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JULY 11 THE ART OF FLINTKNAPPING: Learn the techniques used to make tools and how to identify chipped stone tools found in this area. $15 per person, open to those ages 14 and older only and reservations are required. 5-7 p.m., Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767, ext. 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.

JULY 11-12 MAY RIVER SHRIMP FESTIVAL: Enjoy live music, a craft beer garden, a kids play zone, arts and crafts village and more.

Music by Pinckney Island Boys and Groove Town Assault on July 11, with Bobby Magyarosi and The Hornan Brothers on July 12. $5; free for children ages 12 and younger. 5:30-9:30 p.m. July 11; 4:30-9:30 p.m. July 12. Bluffton Oyster Factory Park, 63 Wharf St., Bluffton. 843- 757-8520 or blufftonsunsetparty.com.

JULY 13 SCAD CINEMA CIRCLE: “CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF”: Elizabeth Taylor and Paul Newman star in this classic. $5 for seniors, students and active-duty

SWEETGRASS BASKETMAKING CLASSES: Learn to make sweetgrass baskets from a local Gullah basket maker. $65 per person. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Reservation required. Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island.

843-689-6767, ext. 223.

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HENRY CHO COMEDY SPECIAL: Henry Cho calls himself “the Asian with a Southern accent.” He’s back in the Lowcountry to make us laugh. $46 per person. 5-8 p.m., Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. artshhi.com.

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luffton once again welcomes the Players Amateur, one of the premier amateur golf tournaments in the world. The 20th annual tournament will be held July 11-14 at Berkeley Hall Club.

The winner will earn one of the highest amateur honors, as well as an exemption into next year’s RBC Heritage Presented

by Boeing, South Carolina’s only PGA Tour event. Players Am past champions — including Matt Kuchar, Dustin Johnson, Rickie Fowler, Justin Thomas, and Brooks Koepka — have gone on to distinguish themselves on the PGA Tour.

John Augenstein of Vanderbilt University won the 2018 Players Am with a comfortable 4-shot lead over Andy Zhang of Florida State, the 16th-ranked player in the world. Though Augenstein finished the Players Am with an impressive 16-under four-day score, he went on to miss the cut at the 2019 RBC Heritage.

Admission into the Players Amateur is free and open to the public. Practice rounds start July 9; play begins July 11. For more information, go to playersam.com or berkeleyhallclub.com/players-amateur.

Black Box Theatre and experience a variety of performing art forms. $110. 10 a.m.-12:15 p.m. for ages 9-13; 12:45-3 p.m. for ages 6-8. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843686-3945, ext. 205 or artshhi.com.

MIXED-UP MASTERPIECES VISUAL ARTS CAMP: Study folk and fine art from around the world and learn about both traditional and unusual 2-D and 3-D masterpieces. $110. 10 a.m.-12:15 p.m. for ages 6-8; 12:45-3 p.m. for ages 9-13. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-686-3945, ext.

205 or artshhi.com.

GIRLS LACROSSE CAMPS: Experienced lacrosse coaches teach stick skills, footwork, field layout, positioning and offensive and defensive tactics. $225 for the 9 a.m.-noon session for girls ages 6-14; the 2-4 p.m. session for girls ages 14-18 is $125. Both camps are at Hilton Head High School, 40 Wilborn Road, Hilton Head Island. islandreccenter.org.

EXPLORATION CAMP: Gardening for Butterflies, Bees & Blooms: Kids get hands-on experience with gardening, pollinators and nature’s role in the food we eat. $100 per child, ages 4-7. 9 a.m.-noon. Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage, 10782 Jacob Smart Blvd. S., Ridgeland. morrisheritagecenter.org.

JULY 15-AUG. 9 TORMENTA FC ACADEMY SOCCER CAMP: Learn the game of soccer through individual

and group instruction. $125 fee for half-day camp for ages 3-14 includes shirt; $250 fee for full-day camp for ages 7-14 includes shirt and soccer ball. Half-day program is 9 a.m.-noon; full-day program is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 70 Baygall Road, Hilton Head Island. islandreccenter.org.

JULY 16 NAVIGATING A SUCCESSFUL RETAIL BUSINESS: Define and discover some of the operational considerations to ensure at the end of the season you have a positive financial return. $15 per person. 5:30 p.m., 1 Chamber of Commerce Drive, Hilton Head Island. sclowcountry.score.org.

JULY 17 THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON LOCAL NEWS: Sponsored by the World Affairs Council of Hilton Head, editor Lynn Hummell of The Bluffton Sun and The Hilton Head Sun will speak about the impact of social media. Free.

10-11:30 a.m., Tide Pointe, A Vi Community, 700 Tide Pointe Way, Hilton Head Island. 843-384-6758 or wachh.org/SummerForum-2019/.

JULY 18 THE PALMETTO QUILT GUILD: All are welcome, whether you want to learn to quilt or you are an experienced quilter. $5 for guests. Noon-3 p.m., Palmetto Quilt Guild. palmettoquiltguild.org.

“HERBS AND ART”: Come and learn about the many uses of herbs from Shelly Welch, director of wellness at Moss Creek. $15 per person, open to

ages 10 and older. 5-7 p.m., Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island.

843-689-6767, ext. 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.

July 20 ARTHOUSE CINEMA: “Apollo 11”: See this classic on the 50th anniversary of what many consider to be one of the greatest achievements in human history: the U.S. moon landing. $5 for students and children younger than 15; $8 for seniors and military members; $10 for the general public. 7 p.m., Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St., Savannah. lucastheatre.com.

JULY 21 DISNEY SUMMER CLASSICS: “THE ARISTOCATS”: After a retired opera singer leaves her inheritance to her cat, Duchess (Eva Gabor), and three kittens, the woman’s butler drugs the cats and abandons them in the countryside in order to inherit the fortune himself. $5 for students, children younger than 15, seniors and the military; $8 for the general public.

3 p.m., Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St., Savannah. 912-5255050.

JULY 22-252 KIDS ‘N’ CLAY CAMP: Learn a variety of ceramic hand-building techniques including pinch, slab, coil, surface decoration, glazing, and more. $115 per student ages 7-12.

10 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843686-3945.

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CHRISTMAS IN JULY AT THE VILLAGE AT WEXFORD TO BENEFIT CAPA: A festive holiday village featuring holiday crafts and snacks, merchant specials, Christmas music, games and entertainment — all with a fun beach/surf theme.

Expect flamingos in Santa hats, “Sand Snowmen,” watermelon Christmas trees, pool noodle candy cane games and photos with “Sand-a.” Benefits CAPA. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., The Village at Wexford, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. villageatwexford.com.

JULY 25 INDIGO EXPLORATION: Journey to the past and “meet” Eliza Lucas Pinckney. In 1739, when Eliza was just 17 years old, her experiments with indigo resulted in a very profitable industry. $15 per person, for ages 10 and older only. 5-7 p.m., Coastal Discovery Museum,

70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767, ext. 223.

DISASTER RELIEF PREPAREDNESS FOR YOUR BUSINESS: SCORE is here to help small businesses be better prepared for unplanned business interruptions. $15 per person. 5:30-7:30 p.m., Beaufort

Regional Chamber of Commerce, 701 Craven St., Beaufort. sclowcountry.score.org.

JULY 29-AUG. 2 STEAM DIGITAL ARTS CAMP: Learn art and design techniques using technology such as graphic design, 3-D modeling, 3-D printing, and virtual reality. $130 per student, open to ages 9-16. 9 a.m.-noon for first session; 1-4 p.m. second session. 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-6863956, ext. 205 or artshhi.com.

JULY 29-NOV. 9 GATOR FOOTBALL: Youth contact football for boys looking to learn teamwork, commitment, hard work, and leadership. $85 fee, plus a $100 deposit that’s refundable once all equipment and uniforms have been returned. 6-7:30 p.m. TuesdaysThursdays. Barker Field, 70 Baygall Road, Hilton Head Island. islandreccenter.org.

SAVE THE DATE: AUG. 3-25 SAVANNAH VOICE FESTIVAL: “Heaven and Earth”: The seventh annual festival will be offering music from opera, musical theatre and popular song. Some festival events will be free, other events offering tickets from $25-$75. Noon-2 p.m., The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 1 Resort Drive, Savannah. 855-766-7372 or savannahvoicefestival.org.

AUG. 9 LOWCOUNTRY LADIES LUNCHEON: Intended to help support local women-owned businesses. Tickets are $30; $45 for vendor display tickets that include lunch. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Venue 1223, 1223 May River Road, Bluffton. 843-415-8230 or auntlauries.com.

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HARBOURFEST: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Cappy the Clown will paint faces, make balloon animals and offer a variety of other interactive activites from 6-9 p.m. Mondays-Fridays.

Fireworks will be launched at dusk Tuesday nights through Aug. 20, weather permitting. Fireworks will be held Thursday, July 4, with no Tuesday show that week. An all-summer-long celebration that takes over Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina through Labor Day weekend.

Shannon Tanner performs at 6:30 and 8 p.m. Free. 19 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island.

PARROT PALOOZA: Tuesdays through Aug. 22. Shannon Tanner plays with his Jimmy Buffett tribute band, the Oyster Reefers.

The shows start at 7 p.m.; there will be no Parrot Palooza on July 4.

SUMMER JAMS: On Tuesdays through Aug. 12, the Island Recreation Association presents a fun-filled, festive atmosphere with the highlight of the night being fireworks, which start around 9 p.m. Kids can enjoy inflatable bounce houses and face painting for a minimal fee. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the fireworks. 5-9 p.m. Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island.

HILTON HEAD FARMERS MARKET: Take home fresh produce, pasture-raised chicken, free-range rabbit, pork, seafood, salsa, fresh sausage, cookies, breads, she-crab soup and much more. Shopping at the Hilton

Head Farmers Market is about more than getting great food. It is also about meeting friends, strengthening community, and rebuilding the local food economy.

9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island.

843-689-6767, ext. 226, or coastaldiscovery.org.

FARMERS MARKET OF BLUFFTON: Fresh, locally grown vegetables, fruits, flowers, plants and herbs abound at the Farmers Market of Bluffton, a weekly community event where locals and tourists gather not only to buy excellent produce but also to enjoy delicious food, listen to entertainment, and relax with friends. 2-6 p.m.

Thursdays, 40 Calhoun St., Bluffton. 843-415-2447.

THURSDAY MOVIE NIGHTS: After the sun sets over Broad Creek, watch favorites under the stars on

a 20-foot movie screen. Beach chairs, blankets and take-out food from Shelter Cove Towne Centre merchants are recommended. Free.

9-11 p.m. movies for July are: July 11, “Jurassic Park;” July 18: “Top Gun;” “July 25: “Frozen.”

GARVIN-GARVEY HOUSE TOURS: Visit the newly restored Garvin-Garvey House for a guided tour. $5. By appointment from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Oyster Factory Park, 63 Wharf St., Bluffton. townofbluffton.sc.gov.

BIKE TOURS THROUGH HILTON HEAD HISTORY: A casual 3-mile, safe and fun bike tour through some of the island’s most captivating historic sites. See the fishing co-op where native islanders once farmed, feasted and fended off the chemical company BASF, the hallowed ground of a Gullah cemetery, an Indian

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Shell Enclosure, the tabby ruins located on a former plantation and visit with volunteers from the Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island. Price ranges from $15 to $25. 10 a.m.

Wednesdays, leaving from 137 Squire Pope Road, Hilton Head Island. heritagelib.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.

ADULT PAINT AND PLAY: Paint and Play is an adult wine and paint night of fun entertainment for all skill levels — no experience needed. Relax, unwind and let out your inner creativity as artist Kristin Griffis helps you create your own finished piece of artwork.

Thursdays, Art League Academy, 106 Cordillo Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-5738 or artleaguehhi.org.

FISHING & CRABBING LESSONS: Ben Green with Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church on Squire Pope Road will offer a free missionary program that teaches children fishing and crabbing skills. 4 p.m. Saturdays, Rowing & Sailing Center, 137 Squire Pope Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-816-0172.

GUIDED TOURS OF HEYWARD HOUSE MUSEUM AND WELCOME CENTER: The museum offers guided tours of the four-room Carolina farmhouse and two outbuildings, which are filled with interesting artifacts and furnishings from the late 1800s into the 1920s. Tours last approximately 45 minutes to an hour and are offered as visitors arrive unless previously scheduled. $10; reservations are

not required except for groups of 10 or more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Mondays-Fridays and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays, Heyward House Museum and Welcome Center, 70 Boundary St., Bluffton. heywardhouse.org.

DEAS GUYZ AT THE JAZZ CORNER: $10. 7:30-11 p.m.

Sundays, The Jazz Corner, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-8620.

MONDAY NIGHT EXHIBITION: Enjoy an exciting tennis demonstration with valuable tips, refreshments, prize drawings, and a traditional fishbowl sale.

Sponsored by Sea Pines Real Estate, Prince, Adidas and Wilson.

5:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays through Aug. 26, Sea Pines Racquet Club, 5 Lighthouse Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-363-4495.

“JAZZ BY THE SEA”: Modern and classic jazz by the Mike Barbara Trio, featuring pianist Bill Peterson. 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Ocean Lounge, Sea Pines Beach Club, Hilton Head Island. 842-843-1888.

THE NICE GUYS: Get your groove on with the island’s favorite dance/pop/funk band, The Nice Guys, performing a variety of contemporary music that the whole family will enjoy. $8 per car.

7-9 p.m. Sundays through Aug. 11.

Sea Pines Resort, 32 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843842-1979 or seapines.com.

GREGG RUSSELL: Over the years, Gregg Russell has become a Sea Pines classic. You’ll find him under the Liberty Oak in Harbour Town entertaining adults and children alike. His concerts are not to be missed. Free. 8-9:30 p.m. Mondays to Fridays through Aug. 23. Sea Pines Resort, 32 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Island. seapines.com.

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DIVE-IN MOVIE: Enjoy a fun summer night at the Harbour Town Pool while watching a movie.

Refreshments will be available. $14 for adults; $11 for children ages 12 and younger. Check-in at 8:15 p.m. and the movie starting at 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Sea Pines Resort, 32 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-8321979 or seapines.com.

NIGHTTIME SHORE EXPLORE: Join us for a beach walk after dark. Discover the personality of our nocturnal sea life and learn about the stars and constellations. $17 for adults; $14 for children ages 12 and younger. 8:30-9:30 p.m. Mondays. Sea Pines Resort, 32 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-1979 or seapines.com.

BEACH YOGA: Enjoy beautiful views of the ocean as you relax and focus on strength, flexibility and balance. Please bring your own beach towel to use as your mat and meet the instructor on the beach behind the Sea Pines Beach Club. $15 for adults. 8 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays.

Sea Pines Resort, 32 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843842-1979 or seapines.com.

SEA PINES HAUNTED HISTORY TALES: After dark in the eerie setting of the Sea Pines Forest Preserve, hear spine-tingling tales of Sea Pines’ shadowy past. $21 for adults; $16 for children ages 12 and younger.

8:30-9:30 p.m. Thursdays. Sea Pines Resort, 32 Greenwood Dr, Hilton Head Island. 843-8421979 or seapines.com.

PEDEGO ELECTRIC BIKE RENTAL: Rentals are available at: Outside Hilton Head at Shelter Cove; a kiosk at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa; and Moreland Bike Shop in Palmetto Bluff. Two-hour Pedego bike tours leave from at The Plaza at Shelter Cove.

Cruise up to 20 mph for many miles. Price ranges from $40 to $45 daily. Outside Hilton Head, 50 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 800-686-6996 or outsidehiltonhead.com.

HAUNTED HISTORY TOURS: Graveside storytelling adventure.

After dark, in the eerie setting of the island’s oldest burial ground, come and hear spine-tingling tales of Hilton Head’s shadowy past. $25 for adults; $20 for children ages 8 to 16. 8:30 p.m.

Wednesdays. Zion Cemetery, 574 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-686-6560 or heritagelib.org.

FORT MITCHEL IN HILTON HEAD PLANTATION: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the site contains the remains of a coastal defense battery erected in 1862 to protect Port Royal Sound by way of Skull Creek from incursions by Confederate gunboats. Costumed characters and an expert tour guide. $15 for adults; $10 for children. 10 a.m. Mondays, Fort Mitchel, Hilton Head Plantation, 65 Skull Creek Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-686-6560 or heritagelib.org.

ZION CEMETERY TOUR: Costumed tour guides share fascinating stories of Hilton Head Island’s past. Visit the gravesites of four Revolutionary War heroes and find out about the bloody skirmish that was fought just steps away. Explore the island’s oldest structure and learn about the planters who built it. $15 for adults; $10 for children. 10 a.m.

Thursdays. Zion Cemetery, 574 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. heritagelib.org.

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PALMETTO DUNES TURTLE TROT 5K: This family-friendly run/walk event consists of two courses: A beach course for low tide and a road course for high tide.

Run over sand, under Palmetto Dunes’ tree canopy, and along lagoons and lakes. $25 for adults; kids 12 and younger run free. 8-9 a.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 21.

Palmetto Dunes, 14 Dunes House Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843785-1109 or pdpoa.org.

SALTY DOG HAPPY HOUR CRUISE: An early happy hour cruise option. The full bar and gallery onboard will be open during this one-and-a-half-hour boat ride around Calibogue Sound.

Prices range from $15 to $24.

Daily. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., The Salty Dog, South Beach, Hilton Head Island. saltydog.com

FREE GOLF CLASS & EXHIBITION: A golf clinic and demonstration at Palmetto Dunes’ Robert Trent Jones course. Ask questions to former PGA Tour player Doug Weaver and staff.

The class is hands-on, interactive and all skill levels will benefit.

Free. 4-4:50 p.m. Mondays, Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course, 7 Trent Jones Lane, Hilton Head Island. 855-293-5838 or palmettodunes.com.

BUTTERFLY DISCOVERY: Learn hands-on the different stages of a butterfly’s life cycle. $10 for adults; $5 for children ages 4-12. 3 p.m.

Tuesdays and 11 a.m. Fridays.

Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head.

843-689-6767, ext. 223.

MARSH CRITTERS PRESCHOOL PROGRAM: Get up-close and hands-on with several marsh critters as your guide shares a fun short story about the many critters you might encounter while spending a day in the salt marsh. Reservations required. $5 ages 3 and older; children ages 2 and younger are free. 10 & 11 a.m. Thursdays through August. Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. coastaldiscovery.org.

WONDERFUL WINGS: Discover lives of butterflies from eggs, to caterpillar, to chrysalis, to adult.

Explore the Karen Wertheimer Butterfly Habitat with your guide and get an up-close look at all four stages of the butterfly life cycle.

Create a simple seed craft to take home and start your own butterfly garden. Reservations required. $5 ages 3 and older; children ages 2 and younger are free. 10 & 11 a.m.

Tuesdays through August. Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. coastaldiscovery.org.

BRIDGE PARTNER HOTLINE: Need a partner to play bridge?

Hilton Head Island Bridge Club, 95 Mathews Drive, Store A8, Port Royal Plaza Center, Hilton Head Island. 843-422-2167.

KID’S CAMPS: For ages 7 and older, we offer a summer camp for every kid. From kayaking

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‘THE OUTSIDERS’ MAY RIVER THEATRE CO. PRESENTS NEW SUMMER SHOW

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his summer, May River Theatre presents “The Outsiders,” a classic coming-of-age story based on a novel by S.E. Hinton and focused on themes of class conflict, acceptance, and loyalty. “’The Outsiders’ has been a part of our school curriculum for years and is a staple of modern American literature that is loved by all ages,” said director Michelle McElroy, who recently directed Main Street Youth Theatre’s production of “High School Musical.” “It is also holds great relevance to many American struggles today.”

The cast of “The Outsiders” is predominantly male, drawing from a pool of young men with a love for theater and who have participated in shows at the local, high school or college level.

“The opportunity to take the stage with this young cast and tell these character’s stories perfectly captures why we do theatre in the first place,” said assistant director Logan Naddy.

“The Outsiders” takes the stage July 25-28 and Aug. 1-4. Tickets are $27 and can be purchased online at mayrivertheatre. com. Ulmer Auditorium at Bluffton Town Hall.

20 Bridge St. Bluffton. For more information, call 843-815-5581.

to paddle boarding, teen tubing to water trampoline. $65. 8:30-11:30 a.m. through August. Shelter Cove Marina, 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island.

843-686-6996.

DJ CRUSH DANCE PARTY: All year round, South Beach is for kids and kids at heart.

Children’s menu, seasonal kid’s entertainment, prizes. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Wednesdays and Fridays.

South Beach Marina Courtyard, in front of Jake’s Cargo, 232 S. Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island. saltydog.com.

SUP YOGA: A 90-minute standup paddleboard yoga session. Yoga class with rental is $40; bring your own paddleboard and class is only $15.

7:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. Shelter Cove Marina, 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-686-6996 or outsidehiltonhead.com.

SOCIAL BRIDGE AND SUPERVISED PLAY: An opportunity for players to improve their game and meet new partners in a casual, relaxed environment. $10; free for Junior Bridge members. 10 a.m.-noon. Fridays. Hilton head Island Bridge Club, 95 Mathews Drive, Port Royal Plaza Center, Hilton Head Island. 551-795-6329.

“SANDBAR SATURDAY NIGHTS”: Each of the evenings will feature a live band, family-friendly games, drink specials, and optional Lowcountry food stations. $32.95 per person. 6-10 p.m., Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island, 130 Shipyard Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-8422400 or sonesta.com/ hiltonheadisland.

FAMILY MAGIC SHOW: For families with kids under 12. Free for children ages 3 and younger; $16 for general admission; $20 VIP & raised booths. 8 p.m.

Mondays. Comedy Magic Cabaret, 843 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island.

843-681-7757.

FRIDAY SOCIAL DANCING: Hilton Head Island Shag Club: Anyone who loves to dance is invited to attend — ballroom, swing, country, line, singles and out of towners are welcome. $5 per person. 6-9:30 p.m. Fridays, Dolphin Head Golf Club, 59 High Bluff Road, Hilton Head Island. 757-375-5953 or hiltonheadshagclub.com.

SARAH ANSBOURY PICKLEBALL CLINIC: Skills and game play to help improve your pickleball game. $35 per person.

6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays.

Palmetto Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center, 6 Trent Jones Lane, Hilton Head Island. palmettodunes.com.

OPEN MIC NIGHT: Bring something short to share, or just come to listen, dine and enjoy music by the Hilton Head Jammers.

6:30-8:30 p.m. Last Thursday of the month.

Mikki’s Café, 70 Marshland Rd, Hilton Head Island. islandwritersnetworkhhi.org.

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Hamburger Heaven AMERICA THE BURGERFUL

BY CARRIE HIRSCH | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROB KAUFMAN

In pop culture

Hamburgers are more than grill fare; they’ve made their way into the pop culture lexicon. From Andy Warhol’s silk-screened canvas (left) to Dutch film maker Jorgen Leth’s deadpan four minute video of Andy Warhol eating a hamburger in a windowless room in 1982, the hamburger has become synonymous with American life.

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oday’s burgers are a far cry from the 5-cent square-shaped White Castle sliders launched in 1921 — the burgers that Time Magazine ranked No. 1 as the “Most Influential Burger of All Time.”

Today’s revolution is just proof that burgers never go out of style — they just keep getting bigger and better. And today’s bun busters aren’t limited to ground beef patties: ground chicken, turkey, shrimp, tuna, mushrooms, rice, beans and grains can make mean burgers, too.

And don’t overlook the toppings: There’s something exciting happening there, too. These days, the trend is to top burgers with everything but the kitchen sink. Good old-fashioned condiments like ketchup, mustard and pickles have some serious competition: Chow-chow relish is making a comeback, and bacon never left. Onion rings, French fries, coleslaw, mac ‘n’ cheese, potato chips and baked beans — all traditionally served as sides — have crept onto the burgers as toppings, creating towers of flavor that must be eaten with the help of an equally high tower of napkins.

“It requires a certain kind of mind to see beauty in a hamburger bun,” McDonald’s Ray Kroc has said. Not today, though: Bun options have expanded to include brioche, ciabatta, onion and pretzel rolls. There also are a variety of outside-the-box gluten-free options to whet your appetite: portobello mushrooms, grilled eggplant and oven-baked sweet potato slices are popular veggie alternatives.

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THE JAKE-ZILLA BURGER

A half-pound prime beef burger grilled over an open flame, topped with bacon, pimento cheese, slowcooked, hand-pulled pork, fried onions and drizzled with house made barbeque sauce.

Served at Salty Dog Cafe

“HOUSE” BURGER Homemade, hand pattied half-pound of ground chuck seared to perfection served with choice of cheese and homemade chips.

Served at Street Meet

CHARLIE’S BISTRO BURGER

Filet mignon burger grilled and served on a ciabatta roll with boursin cheese spread and greens. Served with fresh fruit and pasta salad.

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KOBE BEEF BURGER

Eight ounce Kobe beef patty on a brioche bun with lettuce, tomato, and onion served with home made fries.

Served at Rockfish Seafood & Steaks at Bomboras

BBQ BURGER

PHOTO SUBMITTED BY CAPTAIN WOODY’S

Six ounce grilled, hand-shaped patty topped with cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce, bacon and homemade chips .

Served at Captain Woody’s

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ICE CREAM FUN FACTS Market analysts say that ice cream sales often increase during times of recession or war.

Hawaii is home to an “ice cream bean” — a fruit that tastes like vanilla ice cream.

12 gallons of milk to create one

It takes

gallon of ice cream.

Marco Polo introduced ice cream to continental Europe in the late 13th century when he returned to Italy after exploring China.

90 percent of Ice cream’s “brain freeze” effect is American triggered when cold ice households cream touches the roof of your mouth, which eat ice causes blood vessels in cream. the head to dilate.

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California is the largest producer of ice cream in the United States.

During 2003, the state produced 121 million gallons of the frozen treat.

The most popular flavor of ice cream is vanilla, followed by chocolate, strawberry, and cookies and cream.

273 calories in one cup of

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vanilla ice cream.

Ice cream cones were first served at the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis, when large demand forced an ice cream vendor to partner with a nearby waffle vendor.

One dairy cow can produce enough milk for of ice cream.

9,000 gallons

SOURCE: ICECREAMHISTORY.NET

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Restaurants Brought to you by Monthly, Fork & Fun and Vacation Guide

Our Favorite

Hilton Head – North End CocoNutz Sportz Bar Ga

40 Folly Field Road HHI Beach & Tennis Resort 843.842.0043

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. If you get hungry, try the “Island’s Best Wings,” 1st place at Wingfest 2017, craft burgers and brews, prime rib.

Crazy Crab Jarvis Creek nG Hwy. 278 (near Mile Marker 1) 843.681.5021 | thecrazycrab.com

A Hilton Head tradition for over 30 years, enjoy genuine service and fresh seafood. Menu feature crab clusters, local oysters, seafood “your way,” fresh local shrimp.

Il Carpaccio nG

200A Museum St. (Across from Walmart) 843.342.9949 Serving a wide variety of authentic Italian cuisine, ranging from cuisine of Northern Italy to genuine crispy, thin-crust, Italian-style pizza. Casual, attractive restaurant, with large, attractive bar and a genuine brick oven (imported from Italy) for baking pizza.

Gator’z Pizza G

Alfred’s Restaurant G

Plantation Center (Hwy. 278, near Palmetto Dunes) 843.341.3117 | alfredshiltonhead.com Longtime island chef Alfred Kettering's cuisine combines many appealing elements of classic Continental and authentic German cuisine. Casually elegant seating, plus a chef’s counter overlooking the open kitchen.

Reservations recommended.

Fishcamp on Broad Creek nGa

40 Folly Field Road HHI Beach & Tennis Resort 843.842.0043

11 Simmons Road (Adjacent to Broad Creek Marina) 843.842.2267 | fishcamphhi.com

Be sure to stop by Gator’z Pizza and order the “Bigly” MEGA Pizza. It’s 400 square inches of pizza perfection! These delicious pizzas are available for both dine in and take out.

Old Fort Pub G}

65 Skull Creek Drive 843.681.2386 | OldFortPub.com Dine indoors or on the patio, enjoy beautiful views of the Intracoastal Waterway. The only AAA Four Diamond Restaurant on Hilton Head. (Won 11 times!) Reservations Recommended.

Reilley’s North End Pub nGa

95 Mathews Dr. (Port Royal Plaza) 843.681.4153 | reilleysnorth.com

An island institution, Reilley’s has been serving up steaks, seafood, pasta & sandwiches for more than 35 years. Kids eat free Tuesdays with an adult entrée.

Street Meet: The American Tavern nGa

Port Royal Plaza 843.842.2570 | streetmeethhi.com

Street Meet specializes in homemade versions of regional American bar food. Best Wings, Fish & Chips, Homemade Soups, Salads, Vegetarian Menu, Seafood.

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Fishcamp’s menu consists of seafood and American cuisine, including steak and lobster. They have an outdoor bar and open patio. Family friendly.

76 Queens Folly Rd. (Palmetto Dunes) 843.785.4999 | alexandersrestaurant.com

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Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar G

Menu uses seasonal ingredients with a strong emphasis on seafood while paying homage to Alexander’s original favorites. Dinner from 5–10pm daily.

Big Jim’s BBQ, Burgers & Pizza nG 7 Trent Jones Ln. (Palmetto Dunes) 855.878.1966 | palmettodunes.com/big-jims Big Jim’s offers signature Southern dishes, gourmet burgers, pizzas, soups, salads, seafood, steaks and ribs. Open daily for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

ELA’S Blu Water Grille n G

1 Shelter Cove Ln. (Shelter Cove) 843-785-3030 | elasgrille.com 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. Reservations recommended. n LUNCH G DINNER

28 Shelter Cove Ln. 843.342.5420 | frenchbakeryhiltonhead.com

Have breakfast or lunch inside or outdoors in this bakery/café.

Enjoy crepes, omelets, breads, baguette & panini sandwiches, salads, soups, quiches & pastries. Traditional French recipes.

Island Bagel & Deli gn

S. Island Square 843.686.3353 | islandbagelanddeli.com The island's only New York style boiled bagels made daily.

Choose from 16 flavors of bagels, 12 home-made cream cheeses. For lunch: specialty hoagies, classic sandwiches & salads.

Jamaica Joe’z Beach Bar nG

40 Folly Field Rd. (Mid-island) 843.842.0043 | hhibeachandtennis.com Open 7 days. 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,cold beer or a soft drink.

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››Dining | Favorites Jane Bistro & Bar nG 28 Shelter Cove Lane (Shelter Cove Towne Centre) 843.686.5696 | janehhi.com Serving classic bistro fare with Lowcountry influences. Favorites include the jumbo lump crab cakes, pecan cranberry chicken salad, crispy flounder and petit filet mignon with pommes frites. Open daily.

Mediterranean Harbour Bar & Grill nGa Shelter Cove Harbour 843.842.9991 | mediterraneanharbour.com

Simon Mikhael has brought Lebanese cuisine to Hilton Head.

Most dishes are grilled or baked, ingredients include lemon, garlic, parsley, olive oil & spices. Enjoy their indoor and outdoor seating with a bar. Open daily.

Old Oyster Factory Ga

101 Marshland Rd. 843.681.6040 | OldOysterFactory.com Panoramic marsh and water views. Specializing in fresh seafood and some of the best steaks on Hilton Head. featured in The Wall Street Journal's “Off the Beaten Track.” Wine Spectator magazine’s “Award of Excellence.”

San Miguel’s nG 9 Harbourside Ln. (Shelter Cove Harbour) 843.842.4555 | sanmiguels.com

Hilton Head – South End Aunt Chilada’s Easy Street Café nG

69 Pope Avenue 843.785.7700 | auntchiladashhi.com

Excellent Tex-Mex and American fare. Enjoy the all-youcan-eat crab legs, sizzling fajitas, & margaritas. Reservations & large parties welcome. Private dining/event area. Live entertainment (seasonally) on the covered patio.

Big Bamboo n G a

1 N. Forest Beach Dr. (Coligny Plaza) 843.686.3443 | bigbamboocafe.com Where the South Pacific meets the Carolina Coast just steps from the beach. A casual hangout with a local vibe serving burgers, seafood and festive libations. Come for the food, stay for the live entertainment!

British Open Pub n G

Village at Wexford 843.686.6736 | thebritishopenpub.com Family friendly pub style restaurant with authentic English food with American favorites and certified Angus beef. Try the signature fish and chips or their shepherd’s pie, steak & mushroom pie, lobster pot pie and bangers & mash.

Casually elegant dining that captures the spirit of New Mexico. Signature items include Parmesan Chipotle Grouper, 24-ounce bone-in ribeye steaks, fajitas , & Painted Desert Soup.

Sea Grass Grille G

807 William Hilton Parkway (Plantation Center by Palmetto Dunes) 843.785.9990 | seagrassgrille.com American and Lowcountry Continental cuisine. Chef Chad brings 38 years of hands-on culinary expertise. More than 50 wines by the glass. Winner of Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence.

Up the Creek Pub & Grill nGa

18 Simmons Rd. (Broad Creek Marina) 843.681.3625 | upthecreekpubandgrill.com Located on Broad Creek with great marina and water views.

Known for smoked wings, hush puppies, buffalo chicken dip, beer selection and the best burgers. Kids menu available.

Dogs are welcome.

Open since 1982, Charlie’s, an island favorite among locals and tourists alike, writes its menu daily based on the freshest seafood available. Dinner menu offers an array of 14 fresh fish, rack of lamb, filet mignon and more. An extensive wine list.

ChowDaddy’s nG

14b Executive Park Rd. (off of Pope Ave.) 843.757.CHOW(2469) | chowdaddys.com Offering a wide variety of menu items focusing on buns, bowls, and tacos and great libations. Serving lunch & dinner daily.

Located directly on the harbour at Shelter Cove and provides good food and fun. Extensive California/Mexican menu. Try San Miguel’s Fish Tacos, fajitas and chimichangas. Lunch and dinner served daily.

Santa Fe Cafe nG 807 William Hilton Parkway (Plantation Center by Palmetto Dunes) 843.785.3838 | santafecafeofhiltonhead.com

Charlie’s L’Etoile Verte G 8 New Orleans Road 843.785.9277 | charliesgreenstar.com

Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse G

1000 William Hilton Parkway, B-6 843.715.3565 | cowboybraziliansteakhouse.com

Captain Woody’s n G a 6 Target Rd. (off of Palmetto Bay Rd.) 843.785.2400 Enjoy “Fresh Seafood, Cold Beer & Great Happy Hour & Still A Locals Favorite For Over 30 Years!” Dine inside or outside on the patio. Serving a variety of fresh seafood, sandwiches, award winning soups and salads all at affordable prices.

Carolina Crab Company nG 86 Helmsman Way 843.842.2016 | carolinacrabco.com Boasting water views, enjoy fresh seafood at an affordable price in a family-friendly atmosphere. Offering an array of seafood; peel-n-eat shrimp, giant Po Boys, burgers, Maine lobster, & crab legs. Pet-friendly outside bar & patio.

Catch 22 G

37 New Orleans Rd. (Orleans Plaza near Sea Pines Circle) 843.785.6261 | catch22hhi.com Catch 22 is locally owned. Dinner is served nightly from 5 p.m.

Early Dining Menu from 5:00– 6:00 p.m. All of our beef is aged 28 days, U.S.D.A prime, hand selected and cut in house.

A unique, all-you-can eat “Churrascaria.” Enjoy a 30 item salad bar, 6 Brazilian hot dishes and a “parade” of 16 USDA Prime cuts of beef, lamb, chicken and pork carved at your table by their gauchos.

CQ’s Restaurant nG 140 Lighthouse Rd. 843.671.2779 | CQsRestaurant.com Fine dining, an intimate atmosphere and a bit of Hilton Head history. Signature dishes include fresh seafood, beef & game.“Bistro” menu offers smaller portions.

Crane’s Tavern Steakhouse & Seafood G

26 New Orleans Rd. 843.341.2333 | cranestavern.com

Perfect for steak and seafood lovers, serving cuts of only USDA Prime grade beef, their Famous Prime Rib. Excellent selection of fresh fish, seafood & pasta dishes.

Crazy Crab Harbour Town nG Sea Pines at Harbour Town 843.363.2722 | thecrazycrab.com Genuine service and fresh seafood; a Hilton Head tradition for over 30 years! Menus feature crab clusters, local oysters, seafood “your way,” local shrimp and more. Dine in the heart of Sea Pines at Harbour Town.

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Delisheeyo n G

Frosty Frog Cafe & Pizza nGa Coligny Plaza 843.686.FROG | frostyfrog.com

37 New Orleans Rd. (Orleans Plaza) 843.785.9800 | hinokihhi.com

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. Provide meals that you can trust, that are real, and healthy.

Dine inside or out on the large patio w/retractable roof.

Enjoy daiquiris, wine, beer & a full liquor bar; menu includes burgers, crabcakes, salads, wraps, pizza, calzones, crab legs, shrimp, extensive gluten-free options & a kids menu.

Serving traditional Japanese dishes including grilled fish, chicken and steak, sukiyaki, noodle dishes, tempura, and daily specials, plus sushi and sashimi. More than 20 entrées.

Reservations are recommended for dinner.

Gusto Ristorante G 890 William Hilton Parkway (Fresh Market Plaza) GustoHiltonHead.com

It’s Greek To Me nGa

Voted Hilton Head's Best New Restaurant. Executive chef/ owner Giancarlo Balestra and his wife Nancy bring the flavors of his hometown of Rome Italy to Hilton Head. Closed Monday.

Genuine Greek cuisine, from gyros to fried calamari to souvlaki to baklava for dessert. Food is prepared with authentic Greek recipes and they have the only gyro machines on the island. Greek beer and ouzo. Reservations accepted.

32 Palmetto Bay Road 843.785.3633 | delisheeeyo.com

Dough Boys Pizza nG

1 New Orleans Rd. 843.686.2697 | DoughBoysHHI.com House-made crusts: traditional hand tossed, thin crust and thick Sicilian. Create-Your-Own-Chopped Salad from 40 different item choices. Specialty subs are served on Amoroso rolls.

FISH Seafood & Raw Bar G 1 N Forest Beach Dr. (Coligny Plaza) 843.342.3474 | gofishhhi.com

FISH Seafood & Raw Bar places a premium on sourcing seafood from local sources and lightly preparing it with a respect for regional foodways and Lowcountry culinary history.

Flatbread Grill & Bar nG

2 N. Forest Beach Dr. (Beach Market Center) 843.341.2225 | flatbreadgrillhhi.com Upscale, casual dining. Enjoy Neapolitan pizza, fresh pasta, gourmet salads, burgers, wraps, flatbread sandwiches and more. Dough & sauces are freshly made.

Hilton Head Diner gnGa Hwy. 278 at Yacht Cove Dr. 843.686.2400 | hiltonheaddiner.com One of the island’s only 24-hour restaurants. Modern diner boasting one of Hilton Head’s most extensive menus. All baking is done on the premises. Beer, wine & mixed drinks available. breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill n Ga 70 Pope Avenue 843.686.5959 | hincheys.com

Hinchey’s has much in common with a sports bar, but is very much 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.

Hinoki Restaurant & Sushi Bar nG

11 Lagoon Rd. 843.842.4033 | itsgreektomehhi.com

Kenny B’s Cajun/Creole Seafood gnG} 70-A Pope Ave. 843.785.3315

“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. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch.

Michael Anthony’s G

37 New Orleans Rd. (Orleans Plaza) 843.785.6272 | michael-anthonys.com Family owned and operated since 2002, offering upscale classic Italian fine dining featuring innovative preparations and farm fresh ingredients. Open Table rates them as one

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››Dining | Favorites of the country's Top 50 Italian Restaurants.

Dinner is served Monday - Saturday.

Reservations suggested.

Phillys Cafe & Deli n 55 New Orleans Rd. 843.785.9966 | phillyscafe.com

MidiCi Italian Kitchen nGa

Locally owned and operated for more than 25 years, 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 health-conscious.

7C Greenwood Dr. (Reilley’s Plaza) 843.842.7999

MidiCi Italian Kitchen brings Italy’s original Neapolitan wood-fired pizza and authentic pasta to Reilley’s Plaza on Hilton Head Island.

Taste the freshness of quality ingredients – pizza made with Italian flour in authentic wood-fired ovens. Enjoy signature appetizers, salads, and desserts made with fresh, natural and mostly non-GMO ingredients.

Nick’s Steak & Seafood G 9 Park Lane 843.686.2920 | nickssteakandseafood.com Nick’s Steak & Seafood emphasizes steaks, seafood and barbecue and offers sandwiches, salads, appetizers, soups, burgers, pasta and a children’s menu. Reservations accepted. Large parties welcome.

Red Fish nG

8 Archer Rd. (a half mile from Sea Pines Circle) 843-686-3388 | redfishofhiltonhead.com Red Fish specializes in beautifully prepared seafood and steaks. Diners may choose from a 1,000-plus bottle selection of wines from around the world. Private dining room for large parties. Multi-course early dining specials from 5-5:45 p.m. feature soup or salad; choice of seven entrées; and complimentary glass of chef’s choice of wine.

Ombra Cucina Italiana G 1000 William Hilton Parkway (Village at Wexford) 843.842.5505 | ombrahhi.com Chef Michael Cirafesi promotes the foods & wines of Italy. He prepares all pastas, homemade gnocchi, desserts and breads daily. An extensive wine list from every region in Italy. A European-style bar & lounge with a vast selection of Italian cocktails. Peanut-free.

Gluten-free pasta available. Open 7 days a week from 4:30. Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome.

Palmetto Bay Sun Rise Café gn Palmetto Bay Marina 843.686.3232 | palmettobaysunrisecafe.com

Reilley’s Grill & Bar nGa

Breakfast fare starting before the sun rises, from 6 a.m. Breakfast and lunch items are available continuously. The cafe offers to-go lunches for charter boats, the beach or any other occasion. Open seven days a week.

Reilley’s has been serving up steaks, seafood, pasta & sandwiches for more than 35 years. Lunch & dinner daily, & Sunday brunch. The bar is open late. Enjoy Mon. Night Lobster and Fri. & Sat. Prime Rib (reservations required).

7D Greenwood Dr. (Reilley’s Plaza) 843.842.4414 | reilleyshiltonhead.com

Nunzio Restaurant + Bar G 18 New Orleans Road 843.715.2172 | nunziohhi.com

Popular New Jersey chef Nunzio Patruno has brought his acclaimed cooking style to Hilton Head Island. Nunzio Restaurant + Bar specializes in fresh seafood and homemade pasta. Enjoy a delicious meal in the beautifully renovated 1,300-square-foot restaurant equipped with a large bar area and two outdoor seating areas.

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Stack’s Pancakes & More g n G

2 Regency Pkwy. & Hwy. 278 843.341.3347

Family owned & operated, serving breakfast & lunch, 7 days. Enjoy pancakes, waffles, house-made fruit sauces, crepes, Crème Brûlée French Toast, shrimp & grits, crab benedict, shrimp omelet topped with lobster cream sauce.

Gluten free items.

Stellini G Rockfish Seafood & Steaks at Bomboras Ga 5 Lagoon Road 843.689.2662 | rockfishhhi.com

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. Kids menu. Lunches to Go for the beach.

Sea Shack nG

6 Executive Park Rd. (off Pope Ave.) 843.785.2464 | seashackhhi.com Serving up one of the island’s most extensive menus of seafood & more. Voted one of "South Carolina’s best seafood spots" by Coastal Living and Southern Living. Open Mon.-Sat. for lunch & dinner.

15 Executive Park Rd. (near Sea Pines Circle) 843.785.7006 | stellinihhi.com Family owned & operated since 1989! Popular Italian appetizers and entrees from NY & Northern NJ. Delicious pasta, poultry, veal, seafood, beef and lamb all expertly prepared.

Gluten Free & Children’s Menu.

The Studio G 20 Executive Park Road 843.785.6000 | studiodining.com Dine while enjoying watching artists paint in the elegant studio. The menu is inspired by American and global cuisines and uses the finest regional, natural & organic ingredients.

Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan menu offerings.

include glazed grouper, mango salmon, crab cakes, chipotle chicken, meatloaf and fried shrimp. Daily from 11am.

Twisted Cork n G

11 Palmetto Bay Road, #102 (next to Staples) 843.802.0510 Open Monday through Saturday, 5-11 p.m. A local cocktail and wine bar. You can find it in Festival Center Plaza, near the Sea Pines Circle.

Vine G Coligny Plaza Shopping Center 1 N Forest Beach Drive 843.686.3900 From marinated octopus to field greens from nearby St. George, the offerings at this intimate bistro are a treat for all.

Mediterranean cuisine with a hint of Asian fusion. Reservations.

Dinner starting at 5:30 p.m.

BLUFFTON

Amigos, Bluffton nG

Truffles nG

133 Belfair Town Village 843.815.8226

Fresh local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups, sandwiches, and garden salads. Specialties

Authentic Mexican taqueria, serving delicious food “inspired

by Mexican cuisine from Baja, Mexico, to Santa Barbara, California.” Owner Andrew Farbman created Amigos’ famous BBQ Chicken Salad. Amigos uses the finest ingredients.

Sea Pines Center 843.671.6136 | trufflescafe.com

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››Dining | Favorites Bluffton Brauhaus G 68 Bluffton Rd. 843.757.3334

Brothers Alfred and Volker Kettering offer German classics, like Wiener schnitzel, sauerbraten, roasted duckling with spaetzle and red cabbage. A “Bratwurst Experience” with Thüringer-, Nürnbergerand Müenchner-style sausages, as well as salads, vegetables and fish dishes. 20 beers on tap and bottled beers. Serving dinner only, from 4 p.m. daily.

British Open Pub nGa

Corner Perk gn 843.816.5674 | cornerperk.com

Sheridan Park 843.815.6736 | britishopenpub.net Pub-style restaurant featuring authentic English food. Excellent signature fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, steak and mushroom pie, and bangers and mash. Also wide selection of American appetizers and entrées. Lunch & dinner daily.

A coffeehouse/brunch restaurant where city meets South. Corner Perk offers the most amazing locally roasted Coffees, Teas, Espresso drinks, Cold Brew, Frappes as well as Skillets, Omelettes, Wraps, Sandwiches, and Salads.

Captain Woody’s n G a 17 State of Mind St. (Calhoun Street Promenade) 843.757.6222 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. A big outdoor deck bar featurs beer, wine and specialty cocktails. Captain Woody’s serves fresh seafood, great signature sandwiches, award winning soups and salads all at affordable prices.

Calhoun Street Tavern nGa

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9 Promenade St. 843.757.4334 | calhounstreettavern.co

4376 Bluffton Parkway, Suite 202 843.422.9702

A place where fine spirits are drunk, laughs are had, and stories are told. Cold beer, classic cocktails, and familiar faces paired with a chef driven menu of southern plates and comforting lowcountry classic food.

Russ Gardiner's bakery offers daily specials in addition to regular favorites like cannoli, cinnamon rolls and several types of bread.

Hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sundays. Closed on Tuesdays.

ChowDaddy’s nG

15 Towne Dr. (Belfair Towne Village) 843.757.CHOW(2469) | chowdaddys.com Focusing on buns, bowls, and tacos and great libations. Enjoy salads, sliders, a house ground rib eye burger, or their famous smoked fried chicken. Serving lunch & dinner daily.

Cinco Mexican Grill nG

102 Buckwalter Parkway, Suite 3D

(Berkeley Place)

843.815.2233 | cincomexgrill.com Authentic Mexican cuisine made from scratch using both traditional and modern recipes. Popular dishes are the Cinco Bowl, Piña Fajitas, Carnitas, Enchiladas, Chimichangas, Flautas and flan.

Gourmet on Wheels/Grab and Go

61 Riverwalk Blvd., Unit E 843.970.3030 | gourmetonwheels.org

Gourmet on Wheels Delivery provides individually prepared healthy meals and delivers to your door weekly. Go online (gourmetonwheels.org) and choose your entrees with sides each week; each meal is individually packaged in its own microwavable and freezable container. Also, check out their Gourmet Grab and Go store with fresh made salads, meals, smoothies and more.

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Grind Coffee Roasters

1 Sherington Drive, Suite J 843.368.3348 | grindroasters.com This award-winning coffee has a new location in Sheridan Park, next to British Open Pub. Grab a cup of Grind’s specialty coffee made with beans from Columbia, Brazil, Guatemala, Honduras, Kenya and more. Other options include infused coffee barrel-aged in bourbon and whiskey barrels, and coffee infused with essential oils. Come inside or take advantage of the drive-thru. Open Monday to Saturday.

Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill nGa 104 Buckwalter Place 843.836.5959 | hincheys.com

Hinchey’s has much in common with a sports bar, but is very much 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.

Island Bagel & Deli gn

17 Sherington Dr. 843.815.5300 | islandbagelanddeli.com The island's only New York style boiled bagels made from scratch daily. Choose from 16 flavors of bagels, 12 homemade cream cheeses, pastries & breakfast sandwiches. For lunch: specialty hoagies, classic sandwiches & salads.

Jack Frost

25 William Pope Center 843.705.5669 | jackfrosticecream@gmail.com Fresh, frozen treats from scratch. Try our flavors like cake batter and cookie dough, or our sorbets made with seasonal fruits straight from the local farmer's market. Stop by the parlor, where you can sit outside and maybe even sight our friend Jack the alligator. Planning an event or party? We're happy to bring all the sweet stuff to you! Open Monday - Sunday, 1pm - 9pm.

Olive & Fig nG

1533 Fording Island Road, Suite 326 (Moss Creek Village) 843.605.4093

Olive & Fig provides guests with a unique opportunity to experience authentic Mediterranean cuisine. The menu features Lebanese and Greek dishes alongside traditional Mediterranean fare, and gluten free and vegetarian options.

Open Mon-Sat Closed Sundays.

Truffles nG Belfair Towne Village 843.815.5551 | trufflescafe.com Casual cafe featuring the “freshest and finest of everything!”

Fresh local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups and garden salads. Covered patio. Lunch, dinner daily. Full cocktail bar. Happy hour from 4-6.

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››Last Call

Seeing the Light

SC SOLAR SUPPORTERS WELCOME NEW ENERGY BILL

L Carol Weir – editor carol@hiltonheadmonthly.com

IT’S A FIRST STEP AWAY FROM THE ENERGY-PRODUCTION MONOPOLIES THAT HAVE SADDLED RESIDENTS WITH SOME OF THE HIGHEST ELECTRICITY BILLS IN THE NATION

ike the rest of the country, South Carolinians often disagree: on politics, on the environment, on education. But it seems we’re all on the same side when it comes to solar energy — and competition — being good for our state.

In May, in front of media, renewable-energy activists and solar-industry entrepreneurs, S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster signed into law the Energy Freedom Act, a rare example of bipartisan cooperation.

The act promotes clean energy by opening the state to more solar power, creating jobs and bringing private investment to South Carolina. It’s a first step away from the energy-production monopolies that have saddled residents with some of the highest electricity bills in the nation and a step toward real competition that will provide downward pressure on the cost of producing energy.

Mega-ulilities Santee Cooper, Duke Energy and Dominion Energy — formerly SCE&G — have enjoyed service-area monopolies and a generous guaranteed return on their invested capital for more than 60 years in our state. But the nuclear facility boondoggle in Fairfield County, in which Santee Cooper and SCE&G spent more than $9 million, to be billed to customers, on the project before abandoning it, led to such an outcry that lawmakers took action.

Co-sponsored by Republicans Sen. Tom Davis, who represents portions of Beaufort and Jasper counties, and Rep. Peter McCoy, who represents portions of Charleston County, the Energy Freedom Act became law after two years of negotiations and compromise by lawmakers, solar industry

groups, utilities and conservation advocacy organizations. It eliminates the cap on the amount of rooftop solar allowed and protects net metering rates for two years. Net metering means people with solar panels are paid, or credited, the same amount by the power company for producing solar energy that they pay the utility companies to provide them with energy when the sun isn’t shining. Lifting the cap means utilities will continue to offer the same amount, instead of cutting the pay rate for customers with rooftop solar.

The new law also says if an independent power producer can generate electricity more cheaply than a mega-utility, then it must be allowed to sell that power to the grid. Fundamentally, it asserts rates should be dictated by competition in the energyproduction market.

Experts say that removing barriers to market-driven innovations paves the way for new companies to enter the market and revolutionize the electrical grid. The Energy Freedom Act is a step in the right direction, but it’s important to remember that entrenched interests rarely yield to change without a fight. In particular, it’s important to keep an eye on the actions of the Public Service Commission, the elected commission that is charged with implementing the new law.

The bottom line: More solar energy in our state means less reliance on coal and natural gas, which contribute to global warming. To save the Earth, it’s not essential that doubters admit they were wrong about climate science as long as we keep passing measures that speed the transition to renewable energy.

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