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Five generations of Mingeldorffs have called the Savannah/Bluffton area home. The family Five generations of has Mingeldorffs always been community-focused, have called the Savannah/Bluffton whether local politics areathrough home. The family has always been community-focused, (Lee Mingeldorff, Jr. was mayor of whether through local politics Savannah in the mid-1950s), their (Lee Mingeldorff, Jr. was mayor of businesses (Savannah Shipyard Savannah in the mid-1950s), and Mingeldorff’s, Inc.) or their their businesses (Savannah Shipyard commitment to philanthropy. and Mingeldorff’s, Inc.) or their Today Bud and Shirley Mingeldorff, commitment to philanthropy. the third generation, continue the Today Bud and Shirley Mingeldorff, family’s legacy of giving. They, in the third generation, continue the turn, family’s have engaged their children. legacy of giving. They, in Theirturn, hopehave is that this family engaged their children. tradition beisembraced by Theirwill hope that this family their tradition grandchildren, well. by will be as embraced their grandchildren, as well.
In earlier generations, the family’s philanthropy around In earlierrevolved generations, the the family’s philanthropy revolved around the church. Bud’s grandparents funded church. of Bud’s funded the building thegrandparents Bluffton United the building of When the Bluffton United Methodist Church. the time the time cameMethodist in recentChurch. years toWhen replace came inparsonage, recent yearsBud to replace the original and the original parsonage, Bud and Shirley paid for the restoration of Shirley paid for the restoration of the historic Graves house. Shirley the historic Graves house. Shirley worked with contractors, vendors worked with contractors, vendors and decorators to restore the the and decorators to restore homehome to a magnificent historicallyto a magnificent historicallyaccurate modernity. accurate modernity. One of the the Mingeldorff One oftools the tools the Mingeldorff family uses uses to execute their family to execute their is their donor advised fund givinggiving is their donor advised fund at Community Foundation at Community Foundation of of the Lowcountry. Shirley the Lowcountry. Bud Bud and and Shirley initially thought about setting initially thought about setting up up a family foundation, but were a family foundation, but were dissuaded by complexity the complexity dissuaded by the andand paperwork. “When we talked to paperwork. “When we talked to the Community Foundation, it was the Community Foundation, it was so much easier. The Community so much easier. The Foundation doesCommunity all the work and Foundation does all the work and
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This premier automotive and lifestyle event returns to Hilton Head Island and Savannah.
An former race driver who competed in the Indy car series, Lyn St. James is a female pioneer in the world of racing.
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This charity event at the Rose Hill Equestrian Center has new organizers and benefits wounded heroes.
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Kayne Hoecht oversees magnificent Savannah gardens at Berkeley Hall in Bluffton, where he is always planning ahead for the future.
With a passion for great seafood and a desire to protect the May River, this company farms delicious oysters.
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Expertise in the paranormal abounds in the Lowcountry. Meet three local mediums who say they use their supernatural abilities to help others.
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Lowcountry lifestyle attracts them.
Hike this scenic route in the Upstate.
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Get these chores done this fall.
28 Remote Workers 120 Foothills Trail 32 Low Literacy
The Literacy Center provides skills.
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Get to know HHI's beach volleyball star.
Community art will light up the night.
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Breast cancer research advances.
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Palmetto Bluff researchers investigate.
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Students from St. Francis help others.
Lois Richardson turns 100.
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Dear Reader, Here at Monthly, we’re feeling grateful that the Lowcountry escaped the wrath of Hurricane Dorian — and sad for residents of the Bahamas who were not as lucky. We encourage you to donate to the recovery efforts for them and for Texas, which was hit hard with flooding after Tropical Storm Imelda, through reputable charities such as the American Red Cross and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. We hope we will never again need their disaster relief services here, but it could have been us. This month, we’re celebrating the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival, which offers the creme de la creme in automotive exhibition, racing, dining and entertainment. The combination of Lowcountry hospitality, fun activities and a field of exquisite classics makes this one of the island’s top events. It’s a unique, multi-day motoring experience that entertains and educates while supporting youth programs. October usually has some of the best weather the Lowcountry offers — which is why so many local organizations hold their annual fundraisers in the 10th month of the year. This year, we’re proud to sponsor several of the most enjoyable events around: Don’t miss the Estrella Jalisco Latin Festival on Oct. 13, where live music, salsa dancing and food from many Spanishspeaking countries promise a good time for all. We’re
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also looking forward to the fourth annual Lowcountry VegFest on Oct. 19. This festival of healthy eating at Shelter Cove Community Park is put on by the Palmetto Plant Eaters Club. Rounding out the month is Polo 4 Heroes on Oct. 27, the continuation of a 20-year-old tradition under new leadership, and the photos of polo ponies and jockeys in action are a visual treat in this issue. We also hope to see you at the wonderful events of Crescendo, the annual month-long arts and culture celebration put on by the Arts & Cultural Council of Hilton Head Island. This year’s festival runs Oct. 10 to Nov. 15; from live concerts to ballet performances, art exhibits and theater shows, there’s something for everyone. On the more serious side, we offer you our annual breast cancer awareness section, featuring the latest research findings and information about awareness events here in the Lowcountry. From walks to support Alzheimer’s disease and mental health research to a project in which high school students create bras as art projects, Lowcountry residents are all about supporting each other. We wish you the best this fall, dear readers, and thank you for inviting us into your lives.
››We Asked, You Answered When going more than 80 mph on Interstate 95, do not swerve to avoid a raccoon. Even a really fat one. Moderate bumper damage is better than a serious accident. — Carol Weir
Part of my job is managing our company fleet of Scions. From bitter experience: Get your
oil changed by a reputable mechanic. Don’t ask me about the
In honor of this issue’s automotive special section about the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival, we asked our readers to share their special tricks and life hacks about car care.
Use a plunger to fix small dents. My grandpa taught me this and it works! — Billie Jean Van Nixon
Keep a box of baking soda in your car to keep it fresh. And keep a big tarp in the back in case you haul home gardening supplies. — Gloria Cantens
new engine we had to buy after an oil change at a car wash. — Andrea Terrill
dirt will fly everywhere, but you can vacuum them up. — Kinley Smalls
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Keep up with oil changes and tire rotations — routine maintenance — says the
If your headlights are foggy, use toothpaste to scrub them down, and then
current owner of a 15-year-old Mitsubishi Outlander. And it helps to have an awesome mechanic at Morris Garage & Towing. — Gwyneth Saunders
rinse with water and pat dry. My daughters, ages 8 and 10, enjoyed doing this. Just make sure they keep the toothpaste off the paint. — Seth Nichols
Don’t spill a pot of collard greens on the floorboard of the passenger side of the car and then forget that it happened and wait a couple days to clean it up. That smell never goes away. — Pamela Uhles Brownstein
Don’t drive white cars during lovebug season. Lovebugs are attracted to
the color white. — Janie Riley LaPoint
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even for a couple of hours — where you can’t see the weather, like a restaurant or store. Because if you don’t, it’s going to rain, and you might not know it until an hour later when someone walks in with a wet umbrella. And yes, the floorboard of your car will fill up with rainwater, and yes, the leather seats will be spongy for days, and no, the sun will not dry it out the next day. You’ll have to call a pro to clean it, dry it and make sure it doesn’t mildew. — Lynne Cope Hummell
Don’t think for a minute that double bagging shrimp from the seafood market will protect your seats.
If your car smells funky and you can’t figure out why, use a can of compressed air to clean the vents out. Bits of
When your engine is making funny noises, do not turn up the music and ignore it. — Suzie Reamy Joiner
If you live in the Lowcountry and have a convertible, always put the top up when you go inside a place —
Check the tread on your tires using a penny. Lincoln’s head should be facing
down toward the tread; if most of his head is showing, it’s time to change your tires. If most of his head is covered, your tires are good. Remember to check various spots on your tires. — Erin McCarl Morgan
To get the best gas mileage, run your tires 2 pounds under maximum tire pressure. Clean tree sap from
your car with Purell. And to keep love bugs off your car, apply furniture polish to your front bumper before driving. — David Louis Cook
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS LIGHT UP FALL BY JUSTIN JARRETT
It’s football season in the Lowcountry — but also the time of year for cross-country and girls’ tennis, golf and volleyball. Recent triumphs by local althletes include: Hilton Head Island High School teammates Cole DeMarzo and Christian Miller have been named to the South Carolina roster for the 2019 Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas. The annual all-star game pitting the top senior football players from South Carolina against their North Carolina counterparts will be played Dec. 21 at Wofford’s Gibbs Stadium. Hilton Head Christian Academy looked sharp in a road win at St. Andrew’s, cruising to a 39-13 win over the Lions. May River High School’s Owen Andrews won the boys’ race at the Waccamaw Warrior XC Invitational in Pawleys Island, with a personal-best 5K time of 15:47. Hilton Head High bested its Region 7-4A girls golf rivals in a match at Eagles Pointe Golf Club. Get more news about high school sports at lowcosports.com, dedicated to local teams and athletes.
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MAY RIVER OYSTERS • POLO 4 HEROES • CRESCENDO
CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE • FOOTHILL TRAIL • CRESCENDO
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JESSICA SPARKS
KHALA MCNEIL
Jessica Sparks is an assistant professor of journalism at Savannah State University and a former political reporter from Indianapolis. She is the faculty adviser for the Tiger’s Roar student newspaper. Jessica lives in Bluffton with her husband and two young daughters.
Charleston native Khala McNeil is a senior studying business administration with a concentration in marketing at the University of South Carolina Beaufort. Khala started with Monthly in May as a summer marketing intern and is working in the editorial department this fall.
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NELL CURRAN Nell Curran is a professor, researcher and policy analyst. She is the owner of Currans Affairs, a writing and marketing company, and has a doctorate in anthropology from Rutgers University. Nell and her family moved to Bluffton from New Jersey in 2016.
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ABOUT THE COVERS
Indy racer and motorsports ambassador Lyn St. James is on the Hilton Head cover. She will be a grand marshall at Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival. Polo 4 Heroes is the continuation of a 20-year tradition of polo for charity at Rosehill Equestrian Center. It benefits wounded military heroes.
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OCT. 1-2 SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS “R.E.S.P.E.C.T: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin:” Celebrate Aretha Franklin at this fun outdoor event. hhso.org. Oscar Frazier Park, Bluffton
OCT. 5 HOUNDS ON THE HARBOUR Many providers of dog-related services will be on site for this fun day with Fido. Hilton Head Humane Association will have dogs available for adoption. seapines.com
RESIDENTS EVALUATE SIX ALTERNATIVES FOR BRIDGE PROJECT
An upcoming U.S. 278 corridor project will improve how drivers get on and off Hilton Head Island by changing traffic flow from Moss Creek Drive to Squire Pope Road. The $240 million project focuses on the bridges to Hilton Head and is the largest-ever infrastructure undertaking on Hilton Head. Construction willl start in 2023 and take four to five years to complete, according to the S.C. Department of Transportation. It will be paid for with the Beaufort County transportation tax, which voters passed in 2018; SCDOT funds; and through a grant from the state infrastructure bank if the county’s application is approved. A public meeting on Sept. 18 presented six alternatives for the corridor. Public comments will be accepted until Oct. 18, and a final plan for the bridges will be released in fall 2020. For more information and to comment go to scdot278corridor.com.
EPA FIGHTS PROCESSING FACILITY FIRES
OCT. 24 HALLOWEEN AT COLIGNY Celebrate Halloween at Coligny with trick-or-treating at 60 shops and a costume contest hosted by DJ Crush. Free. 4-7 p.m. colignyplaza.com
OCT. 24 –NOV. 3 CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE & MOTORING FESTIVAL Hilton Head Island’s own Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival offers the best of the best in automotive exhibition, racing, dining, and luxury lifestyle. hhiconcours.com.
OCT 27 POLO FOR HEROES An exciting polo match with all proceeds benefiting military veterans, firefighters and law enforcement officers injured in the line of duty and their families. polo4heroes.com. 18 hiltonheadmonthly.com
Since mid-August, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and DHEC have worked to extinguish a fire at the Able Contracting Material Recovery Facility in Jasper County near Okatie. Officials said the fires were caused by spontaneous combustions, and the EPA has moved more than 7,187 tons of material to the Hickory Hill and Oakwood landfills, away from heavily populated areas and sensitive watersheds. The S.C. Department of Environmental Health and Control estimates it will cost $4.5 million to fully remove the towering mound of debris, which first started smoldering — and releasing noxious fumes — in early June. Neighbors were evacuated from their homes Aug. 2 after environmental advocacy groups monitoring air and water quality voiced concerns about the long-term effects of toxins from the burning debris. State Sen. Tom Davis said legal action could be taken against site owner Able Contracting if the company or its owner, Chandler Lloyd, are found to have violated state or federal regulations.
NEW RECREATION CENTER COMING TO HARDEEVILLE
Permits for site clearing have been issued for the new $8.5 million Hardeeville Indoor Recreation Center. The facility will be located at the corner of John Smith Road and McTeer Street and will include an NCAAsize gymnasium, track, racquetball courts, community rooms and classrooms. The facility is expected to be completed by the end of 2020.
BLUFFTON ENHANCES PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS
The town of Bluffton now requires a public notice sign at the site of each new development project at the beginning of the application process to enhance public notification about new projects. The signs are required to be erected within 15 days of submitting the completed development application. The signs will have a permit number that will correspond to the project on the town of Bluffton’s Permit Application Finder Map, where residents can track a specific project. For more information, go to townofbluffton.us/permit.
››News DORIAN SPARES BEAUFORT COUNTY
Beaufort County was lucky during Hurricane Dorian. When the storm washed ashore in South Carolina on Sept. 5, the National Weather Service recorded wind speeds on a buoy just 6 miles off the coast of Fripp Island topping at 92 mph — higher than what Beaufort County saw during Hurricane Matthew. On land, the highest wind recorded in the county was 67 mph on Sept. 5 at Hilton Head Island Airport, according to the National Weather Service. Overall, the county saw minor structural damage and 22,000 residents lost power, mostly north of the Broad River.
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Beaufort County Public Works crews cleared storm debris from roads, while law enforcement, EMS, and fire officials answered 7,612 calls for service Sept. 5-6, the peak hours of the storm. Emergency officials responded to 88 calls for downed trees across the county, many blocking roads. No injuries were reported. Most businesses across Beaufort County closed for two to four days during the mandatory evacuation order, causing loss of revenue and lost wages. To combat the drop in tourists, the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce received $175,000 — for the second year in a row — from the Town of Hilton Head Island for a post-hurricane marketing plan. It will be spent on social media, traditional advertising, public relations and Google key words to let the public know that Hilton Head and Bluffton weren’t damaged by the storm, chamber officials said.
HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR HURRICANE SEASON
Let’s hope for an uneventful October, the end of hurricane season — though this list of emergency information sources is something to keep year-round: LOCAL AGENCIES Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office bcso.net facebook.com/BeaufortCoSO Town of Hilton Head Island hiltonheadislandsc.gov or facebook. com/TownofHiltonHeadIslandSC
S.C. Office of Attorney General To report price gouging at gas stations, email pricegouging@scag. gov or call 803-737-3953.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CONTACTS
HURRICANE APPS Beaufort County Emergency Management: This free mobile app from the Sheriff’s Office will help you prepare and plan for how to respond to a disaster in your area. It includes alerts, an evacuation map and a list of contact information and locations for various services.
South Carolina Division of Emergency Management scemd.org or facebook.com/SCEMD 803-737-8500
NOAA Weather Radar: View animated weather radar images and hyperlocal storm patterns. Free for iPhone and iPad.
Federal Emergency Management Agency fema.gov or facebook.com/FEMA 800-621-3362
Hurricane by American Red Cross: The free app for iPhone and Android helps you stay up to date with NOAA alerts and offers a way to let friends and family know you are OK. It also has a flashlight, strobe and alarm. There is a second free app with first-aid advice for situations ranging from anaphylactic shock to heart attacks. To download both apps, go to redcross.org/ mobile-apps/hurricane-app.
Town of Bluffton townofbluffton.sc.gov or facebook.com/TownBlufftonSC
National Hurricane Center nhc.noaa.gov or facebook.com/ NWSNHC NASA Hurricane Resources nasa.gov/mission_pages/ hurricanes/main/index.html Dominion Energy sceg.com/outages-emergencies Downed/sparking lines: 1-888333-4465 Gas leaks: 1-800-815-0083
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The Weather Channel: The go-to source for all things weather-related offers free apps for iPhone/iPad and Android.
Rose Age: 3 to 4 years old Breed: Pitbull Gender: Female Weight: 60 pounds Temperament: Rose is very loving and playful — she has a lot of energy. She needs an experienced, active dog owner. She has not been around many other dogs, but with the correct introductions she would do well with others. Rose was hit by a car and left abandoned with a broken femur; after surgery, she has healed and is thriving. Now she needs a loving forever home.
Adopt them at: Noah’s Arks Rescue.
Visits are by appointment only at 231 Hazzard Creek Village, Suite 3, Ridgeland. For more information, call 843-540-6755 or go to noahs-arks.net.
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The competition was fast and furious on Skull Creek during the Lowcountry Boil Paddle Battle Race.
Moms, dads and siblings from Hilton Head Island and Bluffton headed to Tiger Town on Sept. 21-22 to visit students during Clemson University’s Fall Family Weekend.
The Sunset Rotary Club of Hilton Head Island hosted a miniature golf tournament at Pirate’s Island Adventure Golf to support several Lowcountry nonprofit groups.
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The “caviar of the South” was enjoyed recently by attendees at the eighth annual Bluffton Boiled Peanut Festival at the Heyward House.
Cancer survivors, their caregivers and supporters rallied at Relay for Life at Oscar Frazier Park in Bluffton.
››Community Connection PHOTO BY LYNNE HUMMELL
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.
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1-mile run/walk. Event proceeds will go to 10 Bluffton charities:For more information, go to tigerbassrace.com.
The nonprofit Heroes of the Lowcountry awarded 47 college scholarships ranging from $350 to $1,000 to students in Beaufort and Jasper counties at a recent luncheon at the University of South Carolina Beaufort. Board members are pictured here with incoming college freshman recipients. Front row, from left to right: Dr. Patricia Montgomery, board member Pat Dowey, board member William Shropshire, Kayla Aiken, Hezekiah Jackson, Perla Jimenez, Hanna Giblin, Keona Dopson, Litzy Diaz, Jessica Black and Taylor Bell. Back row, from left to right: board president Gerrold Walker, Kalen Stokes, Thillah Maybin, Christopher Sanders, Caleb Kelly, Jamari Evans, Irvin Espinoza and Jaren Cantorna.
Rotary District 7770, which includes Hilton Head Island, Bluffton and Beaufort, seeks student applicants ages 16-19 for a 10-month study abroad program starting in August 2020. Students live with a host family in Europe, South America or Asia and attend high school there, and receive a Rotary scholarship that covers spending money. Host families for incoming international students are also needed. The initial application deadline is Nov. 1. For more information, email loumello9@gmail. com or call 843-437-9084.
TIGER BASS RACE TO BENEFIT 10 LOCAL CHARITIES
ALL SAINTS GARDEN TOUR LAUNCHES POSTER CONTEST
All Saints Garden Tour poster contest is accepting pictures depicting flowers or a garden. Submitted artwork will be on display
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at Hilton Head Hospital during February, and viewers can vote for their favorite piece. The works also will be for sale, with part of the proceeds benefiting the garden tour. The winning work of art will be incorporated into the official promotional poster for the 2020 All Saints Garden Tour, which is scheduled for May 16. For more information, go to allsaintsgardentour.com.
LONG COVE FUND HELPS SUPPORT “HUGS”
Hugaroo, a nonprofit group based in Charlotte, has been awarded a $1,000 grant from the Long Cove Fund to expand the program into South Carolina. Hugaroo delivers new stuffed animals, referred to as “hugs”, to children, by partnering with organizations serving children experiencing a significant life challenge — children’s hospitals, domestic violence programs, foster children programs, and agencies that serve children facing specific trauma. Hugaroo’s Beaufort and Jasper offices began delivering hugs in September.
LOCAL CHILDREN RECEIVE PORTRAITS BY ARTISTS
Six chronically ill children and their families received portraits as part of the nonprofit Portrait Connection on Sept. 12 at the Belfair Clubhouse in Bluffton. Participating artists were Luz CelesteFigueroa, Mickey Boisvert, Nahtalia Roca of Bluffton (pictured here with Aalyah), Mary Segars, Leslie Dyas and Kristen Eisenbraun. The children were recommended by agencies who serve the families. The portraits were painted from photographs. Portrait Connection’s mission is to bring a joy and beauty to families who must navigate life with their children’s health issues at the forefront. For more information, visit portraitconnection.org. October 2019 23
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Housing trust
LOCAL OFFICIALS WANT TO WORK TOGETHER TO SOLVE HOUSING CRUNCH BY JUSTIN JARRETT
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hough it is still in its early stages, a new plan aims to alter how the Lowcountry approaches its workforce housing crunch. The Southern Lowcountry Regional Board (SoLoCo) — a regional think tank with representation from various government bodies in southern Beaufort County and Jasper County — is forming a housing trust fund focused on bringing more “attainable housing” options to the region. “Attainable housing encompasses a price point that our working families can attain, whether it’s a teacher or a fireman or policeman or a plumber,” said Hardeeville Mayor Harry Williams, who spearheaded the project. “It’s attainable for the workforce that we need in this area so critically.” Last year, The Town of Hilton Head Island hired a housing consultant to recommend how to make workforce housing affordable. The plan developed by this consultant in conjuntion with town staff includes participation in a regional trust fund for housing that aspires to have contributions from Hilton Head Island, Bluffton,
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the City of Beaufort, Hardeeville, Port Royal and Beaufort County. The groundwork for the regional housing trust began with the formation of the SoLoCo board in 2017, bringing together city and county officials to collaborate on solutions to problems facing the region. One of the most pressing issues was the lack of moderate or low-priced housing, so a sub-committee led by Beaufort County community development director Eric Greenway proposed the multi-jurisdictional housing trust fund. Williams said there are nearly 800 housing trust funds in the United States, including those in Savannah and Greenville. The sub-committee studied those programs as well as a regional program in King County, Washington. The notion quickly gained traction with the group and even drew interest from outside the SoLoCo boundaries, as the towns of Beaufort, Port Royal and Yemassee approached the group about joining the alliance. “I was really quite proud that we were fostering an idea that people were going out of their way to be a part of,” Williams said.
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THE WHOLE IDEA OF SOLOCO
IS THAT THE PROBLEMS
AND THE SOLUTIONS ARE IN THE REGION. IF WE LOOK AT THEM AS A REGION, WE CAN SOLVE MORE TOGETHER
THAN WE CAN ALONE. -HARDEEVILLE MAYOR HARRY WILLIAMS
“The whole idea of SoLoCo is that the problems and the solutions are in the region. If we look at them as a region, we can solve more together than we can alone.” SoLoCo members are pooling resources to hire a consultant to set up the fund. After that, a board of directors will be appointed to oversee the fund and establish the initial investments needed from each jurisdiction, as well as determine how the money will be allocated. Some examples might include paying down development fees for builders who are providing the types of housing needed in the area — the sub-committee’s report identified moderate market-rate rental housing (rents of $750-$1,250 per month) and entry-level for-sale housing (priced below $150,000) as the greatest needs — or providing gap financing to help first-time homebuyers. “We are all facing a workforce shortage, and we can’t solve that if the workforce has no place to live,” Williams said. Once the fund is established, Williams said, the group can begin soliciting funding from other sources, such as corporate contributions and federal and state grants. The Greenville fund parlayed an initial $2 million investment into $47 million in leveraged funding, according to the sub-committee’s report. Many of the details — including where the housing will be built — will be determined later. The key to the plan’s success, Williams says, is for officials to put aside their own self-interests and focus on doing what is best for the entire region. “These kinds of issues do not stop at the artificial boundaries that we as governments create. We’re trying to look at them from a top-level perspective,” Williams said. “This could be one of the most significant initiatives for the region in quite some time.”
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Work anywhere LOWCOUNTRY ATTRACTS REMOTE WORKERS
BY SUSAN BURNASH PHOTO BY CHRISTINE CANNON
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dvances in technology have made it possible for many professionals to work from almost anywhere. For those looking to keep their jobs but get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city, life on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton can look very appealing: shorter commutes, lower costs of living and the slow pace of the Lowcountry lifestyle. John Taylor, an economist with Black & Veatch Management Consulting, moved to Hilton Head in 2016 after spending most of his career as a remote worker. He said the area suited his desire to create a greater balance between his work and personal life. “It’s beautiful here, and there’s harmony between working and playing,” he said. “When I worked in our Boston office, people stayed at the office until 8 p.m. on Friday ... every Friday. Here, people leave at 2 p.m. They go outside, spend time with friends and family, and just rejuvenate.” Taylor is one of many who do their jobs from home, freelance or constantly travel for work who are migrating away from expensive urban centers toward cheaper cities and smaller towns, according to economists. “The livability crises of certainly the West Coast and some of the East Coast are clearly a push factor,” said Mark Muro, a senior fellow at the Metropolitan Policy Program at the Brookings Institution. While Hilton Head Island and Bluffton haven’t received huge numbers of remote worker “transplants,” many of those who have moved here have skills tied
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to strategy, sales, marketing, business development and startups, all of which tend to translate well from one place to another. Some own small businesses. The strong sense of community in the Lowcountry is also a draw for many — including Mark Perkins, who works remotely as a principal brand manager for Worldpay. He relocated to Bluffton from Denver, Colorado, in 2016. When his parents retired to Bluffton, he and his family decided to take advantage of lower real estate prices and lower taxes, selling their home. The biggest selling point for them, he said, was the area’s small-town feeling and the abundance of outdoor recreational activities, including boating and fishing. They also were excited about the opportunity to get involved in the community, and for his wife Lynette to be able to start a small photography business of her own. “I’ve coached soccer and flag football for the recreation leagues, play in
Cornerstone Church’s worship band, and I am involved with the Don Ryan Center,” Perkins said. The location also has been perfect: The close proximity to Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport makes Perkins’ job — which involves frequent travel — easier. “It’s an easy flight up to Atlanta, and then anywhere I want to go,” he said. “Once, I was up at 4 a.m., took a direct flight to New York for a marketing meeting and dinner with our consultant, and was back home and in bed by midnight.” As the number of remote employees continue to grow, the need for co-working spaces has also grown. In 2017, according to the Global Coworking Unconference Conference, there were 3,205 co-working office spaces in the U.S. That number has grown each year, including in areas like the Lowcountry, where the Don Ryan Center for Innovation is opening a coworking space called The Hub in Bluffton.
“ M a n y people who work remotely want the advantages that co-working spaces can offer,” said Matt Green, chairman of the board for the Don Ryan Center for Innovation. “They want or need access to high-speed internet connections, state-of-the-art technology and software. They also need places to work independently, meet with clients, or hold larger team meetings. And for many, co-working spaces offer a sense of community that working from a home office just can’t provide.” The Don Ryan Center’s goal is to supsupport individual workers and companies of all sizes, from entrepreneurs and freelancers to startups and large corporations. “We also see friendships and business opportunities coming out of the space,” Green said. Economist John Taylor is a remote worker who moved to Hilton Head Island because the area suited his desire to create a greater balance between his work and personal life.
REMOTE WORKERS: BY THE NUMBERS Industries with the 115% most remote workers: The rate at which regular telecommuting grew over the past decade
IT
18%
The number of people who work remotely full time nationally
52%
The number of people who work remotely one day a week nationally
Accounting & finance Customer service Health care Marketing Sales Consulting *Does not include independent contractors
AT THE HUB
The Don Ryan Center for Innovation’s The Hub — a co-working space, business incubator and economic development headquarters — is on track to open in late fall at Buckwalter Place Commerce Park. It will feature rentable work space for up to 35 people, a large training/conference room that can be broken down into two smaller conference rooms, and two meeting rooms. Daily coworking space will cost $15 per day and $100 to $350 per month depending on the space desired. Members will have access to Mac computers with the Adobe Creative Cloud suite of software on a reservation basis, as well as the complete SOLIDWORKS suite of design software and a 3-D printer.
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Cullen
DORSEL MOVES PRACTICE TO HILTON HEAD
Dr. Tom Dorsel is the founder and director of the new Sport Psychology of Hilton Head. During his 35-year career as a sports psychologist in academia, Dorsel published three books, authored many columns and appeared on ESPN multiple times. His clients have included teams, coaches and players from around the world. He was a tenured professor at Western Carolina and Francis Marion Universities and past president of the South Carolina Psychological Association.
BLUFFTON TARGET BEGINS RENOVATIONS
Renovations are underway at the Target in Bluffton. The updated store will feature modern design elements, specialty LED lighting and new merchandise displays. Target will remain open during renovations and the project is expected to be completed later this year.
PINNACLE MEDICAL GROUP LAUNCHES PODCAST
Dr. Audrey Klenke of Pinnacle Medical Group has launched a new podcast that discusses trends in plastic and cosmetic surgery, skin care and overall wellness. The “Plastics Make Perfect” podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, Google Play and iTunes. The first session focuses on new technology for confocal microscopy, which is a process that produces diagnostic images of suspicious moles or skin areas without invasive procedures such as biopsies.
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Smith
BISHOP EYE CENTER ADDS OPHTHALMOLOGIST AND RETINA SPECIALIST
Dr. Carl W. Baker has joined the team at Bishop Eye Center’s New River location as an ophthalmologist and retina specialist. He is a graduate of the University of Kentucky and attended the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Previously, Baker served as chief resident in ophthalmology at the Medical University of South Carolina. He is engaged in clinical research for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts and retinal vein occlusions.
SERENDIPITY MEDICAL SPA WELCOMES ONE
Award-winning aesthetician Savanna Dorsey has joined the team at Serendipity Medical Spa as practice manager. Previously, Dorsey worked as a medical assistant with Hilton Head Hospital for 10 years. She completed school for medical aesthetics at the International Spa Institute in 2015 and continues to practice in the field, in addition to management.
TCL BREAKS GROUND ON NEW CULINARY SCHOOL, NAMES CHAIR Technical College of the Lowcountry will hold a ground-breaking ceremony for the Culinary Institute of the South at 4 p.m. Oct. 15 at its site in Buckwalter Place in Bluffton. The 26,000-square-foot culinary training facility will feature six classrooms, two teaching kitchens, two baking labs, a lecture space and a teaching restaurant. It will also include an
Dorsey
interactive museum. The culinary institute is set to open in fall 2020 with capacity for 300 students. Associate degrees and certificates in a variety of disciplines and specializations will be offered. Jacqueline Orak has been hired as department chair and instructor of the Lowcountry’s Culinary Institute of the South. Orak has more than 20 years of experience in the Southeast as a chef, pastry chef, banquet manager, event planner, sommelier and general manager. She is a graduate of Johnson & Wales University.
BEAUFORT DERMATOLOGY WELCOMES CULLEN
Nurse practitioner Jo Anne Cullen has joined the team at Beaufort Dermatology, which is now owned by Pinnacle Medical Group. Cullen has bachelor’s degrees from the University of Florida and Florida State University, and a master’s degree in family health nursing from the University of South Florida. Previously, she helped launch a new dermatology practice in South Florida.
THOMAS ATTENDS ONCOLOGY SOCIETY MEETING
Dr. Gary Thomas recently attended the annual meeting of the S.C. Oncology Society in Charleston. The meeting focused on the new updates in the field of hematology and oncology, including highlights from the recent American Society of Clinical Oncology meeting. Thomas is the director of South Carolina Cancer Specialists with offices located on Hilton Head Island and in Hardeeville.
Restrepo
FREY MEDIA ADDS RESTREPO IN MARKETING
Mariana Restrepo has joined the team at Frey Media as marketing coordinator. She recently graduated from the College of Charleston with a bachelor’s degree in communications. Restrepo will support the sales team and assist with distribution, marketing and event planning. She speaks fluent Spanish and lives in Bluffton.
SMITH EARNS DESIGNATION AS PROGRAM MANAGER
Melanie Smith, program manager for Destinations DMC, recently earned the designation of Certified Meeting Professional (CMP). An internationally recognized program, the CMP promotes the status and credibility of the meeting profession and advances uniform standards of practice.
ANNUAL PROPERTY AUCTION FOR DELINQUENT TAXES SET FOR OCT. 7
Beaufort County property owners who are behind on property taxes might want to try hard to get that late bill paid before 5 p.m. Oct. 4. After that, the property will go on the auction block for the annual Delinquent Tax Sale, slated for 8 a.m. Oct 7 at Buckwalter Recreation Center, 905 Buckwalter Parkway in Bluffton. Even if a property sells at auction, the taxpayer has one year and one day to redeem their property. All the person must do is pay the back taxes to the county, and interest to the winning bidder. For more information and to sign up to pay your taxes online, visit BeaufortCountyTreasurer.com
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Starting over in a new land
THE LITERACY CENTER HELPS NEWCOMERS GAIN SKILLS
BY JESSICA SPARKS | PHOTOS BY CAROL WEIR
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Javier Campos and Karla Losada study English with volunteer tutor Steve Fee at The Literacy Center on Hilton Head Island.
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n Venezuela, Javier Campos was a petroleum engineer and Karla Losada was a lawyer. When they decided to move to the Lowcountry two years ago with their two children, they knew they wouldn’t easily step into the same professional lives. Despite the high number of Spanishspeaking residents in the area, the language barrier made it hard for the couple to find work. Friends directed them to The Literacy Center, where now they are working to become fluent in spoken and written English. For 46 years, The Literacy Center has been helping Lowcountry residents learn English and improve their reading skills. Today, the center is also working to address another major problem in the
Lowcountry: A shortage of trained workers in the workforce. “We’re working to move from just basic ESL services that we do now to workplace services,” said Brad Steele, executive director of the organization. Literacy and English language issues affect more than a person’s ability to communicate. According to the National Adult Literacy Survey, almost a quarter of adults in the United States read at lower than a fourth-grade reading level. In Beaufort County, about 11 percent of the adult population is functionally illiterate; Jasper County’s rate is closer to 27 percent. The area also has seen a growing need for ESL services as a large influx of Spanish-speaking people move into the Lowcountry.
Literacy by the Numbers 14%
of adults in the U.S. struggle with poor reading, writing and basic math skills.
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43% of adults living in poverty face low literacy.
70% of prison inmates have low literacy.
24th Place literacy skill level of The
U.S. adults ages 16-65 is below the average of adults in 23 other
developed countries.
225,000,000,000 costs the U.S. Low literacy
at least $225 billion each
year in non-productivity in the workforce, crime and loss of tax revenue.
21%
Federal and private funding of adult
literacy programs has been cut 21% in the past 15 years.
Source: “Trends in the Private Sector: Implications for Adult Literacy Programs� by ProLiteracy
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“We think what we’re doing is life-changing,” Steele said. “If you don’t have the skills to engage with your family in the community, in your workplace, you’re lost.” Out of the 500 students currently enrolled at The Literacy Center, 111 have college degrees from other countries, Steele said. Many have doctorates, law degrees and other advanced degrees. Yet many have had a hard time finding jobs with livable wages, Steele said. “We are trying to get our students to the next level — not just in their language skills but in their migration to earning a livable wage,” Steele said. The Literacy Center is partnering with organizations including SC Works to create trade pathways in industries like hospitality and service. Steele said the center intentionally sought local employers who were known for promoting from within their companies. Students also will be encouraged to continue their studies thanks to tuition assistance programs at Technical College of the Lowcountry and University of South Carolina Beaufort, Steele said. That focus really resonates with The Literacy Center tutors like Steven Fee. After working in an international banking career with CitiBank and living in five countries, Fee started teaching in North Carolina. “I felt like I knew how hard it had been to go into a country where you didn’t speak the language, and I worked for a big
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bank,” Fee said. “I had a support structure and everything, and I thought well, I can both sympathize and empathize with people who are doing this. I’ve been doing it since then. I think it’s about 12 years, seven or eight of them down here in the Hilton Head area.” In the fall, the first class of workplace pathway students will begin their training with local employers as partners. Students are learning English in context to the job they are training for. The students are excited to get into job training, but Fee said moving from professional trades to service-driven jobs can be challenging. “You can see it’s hard,” Fee said. “You’ve had stature-level jobs, and now all of a sudden you’re at the bottom of the chain at a job that doesn’t have status.” But learning the language helps restore some of that selfesteem, Fee said. When his students start to master English, “… they’re much more confident in using it, and therefore start to feel part of this place and not just like hired help brought in to just fill lower-level jobs.” The Literacy Center always needs day and evening tutors at their learning centers in Bluffton and on Hilton Head Island. Typically tutors teach two days a week for two hours each class. No prior teaching or second language skills required. For more information call 843-815-6616 or go to theliteracycenter.org.
HELPING HANDS
Brad Steele, executive director of The Literacy Center, got more than he asked for when he approached Dave Gaal, president of the Hilton Head Area Home Builders Association and Gaal Custom Homes, about remodeling the learning centers on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton. “We had little to no budget to make the capital improvements. The Learning Centers hadn’t been remodeled since 1995,” Steele said. Gaal acted as project manager and secured $35,000 worth of products and services from HHAHBA members and other vendors to paint, replace carpet, install hardwood floors and LED lighting, and construct two new classrooms. Contractors who donated time and materials include: GAAL Custom Homes, The Greenery, Thefrenchguy Photography, Gartec Electric, Floors To Go, Hydro Shield South Carolina, Santana Painting, Sherwin Williams and the Cregger Company. The remodeling projects are finished and students, volunteers and staff at both centers are enjoying the improvements.
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Glowing creations
PAPER LANTERNS TO LIGHT UP LOWCOUNTRY SKIES IN CELEBRATION OF COMMUNITY BY NICHOLE TATE | PHOTO BY CHRISTINE CANNON
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wilight is a beautiful time in the Lowcountry: The setting sun sinks below the horizon, turning the sky shades of pink, purple and blue as its rays reflect off the sparkling water. Add hundreds of twinkling lights — glowing paper lanterns of all shapes and sizes — and you’ve got paradise on earth. “To see it is to understand it,” said Hilton Head Island resident and local artist Linda Kuhlman of the upcoming Hilton Head Island Lantern Parade, to be held Nov. 9. The parade will begin at Alder Lane beach access and travel up South Forest beach to Coligny Beach Park and the Tiki Hut. While the lantern parade, created by and featuring artist Chantelle Rytter, is Hilton Head Island’s first, Rytter just celebrated her 10th annual lantern parade in Atlanta. Attended by more than 75,000, Rytter’s creation has become a highly anticipated event for the community.
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“As it started to get dark and the lanterns were lit… it was amazing,” Kuhlman said of a previous lantern parade in Atlanta led by Rytter. “It’s incredible to see what people can turn a paper lantern into. There’s everything from huge bird lanterns pulled by wagons and operated by puppeteers and lanterns with moving parts to kids holding small lanterns they created in day care. I hope our Hilton Head community embraces it because it’s just a fun family experience.” Risa Prince, another Hilton Head resident and artist, plans to create a 6-foot-tall palmetto tree lantern that she’ll wear on her shoulders so that it hovers over the parade at nearly 11 feet high. “I’ve become a community activist, and this is an opportunity to celebrate the best of Hilton Head Island,” Prince said. “It’s a public celebration of good things that are happening in the town. It’s pure joy and celebration.”
Presented by the Town's Office of Cultural Affairs, the lantern parade is a marquee event for Crescendo, the island’s month-long celebration of arts and culture produced by the Arts & Cultural Council of Hilton Head. The parade is also a part of the new public art series sponsored by the town to promote community engagement. “I casually knew the artist, Chantelle Rytter, and have participated in the original lantern parade in Atlanta,” said Jennifer McEwen, director of the Town of Hilton Head Island’s Office of Cultural Affairs. “Temporary and performancebased public art installations seemed like an opportunity to fit something new into the island's arts scene. That paired with having no light pollution, a lantern parade was a perfect fit for the community.” The only requirements to walk in the parade are to have a lantern and to show up. Many Lowcountry residents already are getting started on their lantern creations.
MAKE A LANTERN
Family Fun Workshop! Island Celebration Lanterns: 4:306:30 p.m. Oct. 16, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-2787 or artshhi.com. Family Fun Night: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Nov. 1, The Sandbox: An Interactive Children’s Museum, 18A Pope Ave., Hilton Head Island. 843-842-7645 or thesandbox.org. Mitchelville House Lanterns: 1-4 p.m. Nov. 2, Mitchelville Preservation Project, 539 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-255-7301 or exploremitchelville.org. Adult Self-Portrait Lantern Workshop with Culture HHI: Nov. 2, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., BO ART, 19 Dunnagans Alley, Hilton Head Island. 843-256-8248 or www.boarthhi.com. Family Friendly Globe Lanterns: 2-5 p.m. Nov. 3, Art League of Hilton Head Academy, 106 Cordillo Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-5738 or artleaguehhi.org. Parasol Lanterns: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 4, Art League of Hilton Head Academy, 106 Cordillo Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-5738 or artleaguehhi.org. Family Friendly Sea Turtle Lanterns: 4-6 p.m. Nov. 6, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org. Adult Sea Turtle Lantern Workshop: 5-7 p.m. Nov. 7, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org. Globe Lantern Workshop: 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 9, Beach House Resort, 1 South Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-5484995 or beachhousehhi.com.
ATTEND THE PARADE Hilton Head Island’s inaugural lantern parade will be held Nov. 9. Lineup for parade participants begins at 6 p.m. at Alder Lane Beach Access, with the parade beginning at 7 p.m. The parade will travel north along South Forest Beach Drive up to Coligny Beach Park. Participants should park at Coligny Beach; a shuttle to Alder Lane Beach Access will be available.
Local businesses, clubs and neighborhoods also are getting in on the action, hosting both adult-only and family-friendly lantern-making workshops. The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina will host a public lantern-making workshop from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Oct. 16. The arts center held a similar workshop in August. “It was so fun to have a room full of children and families working on lanterns,” said Andrea Gannon, the arts center’s vice president of marketing. “We’re really excited to be a part of the lantern parade. It’s unique, wonderful and just brings us all together. We provided the paper globe, crepe paper, streamers, construction paper, markers and bamboo stick to carry it. We had kids creating pirates, unicorns, a turtle, a fish, a horse and even a Seahawks football player. Everyone left with a lantern.”
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Welcome to Concours THE AUTOMOTIVE WORLD’S FAVORITE PARTY RETURNS BY BARRY KAUFMAN
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f there’s one thing that could be said for Hilton Head Island, it’s that we make everything just a little bit more fun. Take that big cocktail party we throw every April — you know, the one with the golf tournament? For pro golfers, that’s the most fun they’ll have on the tour all year. It’s very much the same in the automotive world. The Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival has quickly earned a reputation as the “fun” Concours event among automotive aficionados from coast to coast. Let Pebble Beach have its pomp and circumstance. Here on Hilton Head, Concours offers an enjoyable week of automotive excitement. A big part of what sets the Hilton Head Island Concours apart is the slate of events surrounding the weekend’s car shows — events that spread out across the Lowcountry. Down the coast to Savannah, inland to Bluffton and across the roads (and skies) that connect them all, these events serve as a love letter not only to the culture around the car, but the festive spirit of our area. The city of Savannah has the honor of kicking off Concours weekend, first with static displays at City Market and then along the tight curves and straightaways at Grand Prize of America Race Track, home to the Savannah Speed Classic. For an additional fee, you can even take your own car out for a hot lap.
This year’s Concours also rolls across the bridge into Bluffton for the Lowcountry Driving Tour that winds through the idyllic and historic streets of Old Town. Open to the public, this event gives everyone a chance to preview the majestic automobiles of this year’s Concours amid the small-town charm of Bluffton. And that’s just the fun on the ground. Taking to the skies once again will be the Wings of Freedom Tour, offering chance to not only step inside vintage aircraft but to go for a ride for an aerial tour of the Lowcountry. It’s all part of the Flights & Fancy Aeorport Gala, a celebration of the oft-convergent arts of automotive and aeronautic design. And, of course, there are events that celebrate the culture of the automobile as much as the automobiles themselves. Culinary events — like Lucky Rooster’s Brown Water Dinner, held in conjunction with Catoctin Creek Distillery, and Michael Anthony’s Evening in EmiliaRomagna — toast the car’s sophistication, while special events like the Viper Heritage Seminar and Design Among the Stars
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For more information on the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival and ticket prices, go to hhiconcours.com. Here is the full schedule of events for the week-long festival:
Oct. 24 Pace Lap Party 5:30-7:30 p.m. City Market, Savannah Oct. 25 Speed Classic Qualifiers 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa Oct. 26 & 27 Savannah Speed Classic 8 a.m.-6 p.m. (26th) 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (27th) The Westin Savannah Harbor Oct. 29 Brown Water Dinner 7-10 p.m. Lucky Rooster Kitchen + Bar Oct. 31 Vintage Auto Film Exhibition 6-10 p.m. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina An Evening in Emilia-Romagna 6:30 p.m. Michael Anthony’s Cucina Italiana Nov. 1 Concours d’Elegance Preview 9-11 a.m. Dubois Park, Old Town Bluffton Flights & Fancy Aeroport Gala 7-10 p.m. Hilton Head Island Airport General Aviation
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Nov. 1-3 Wings of Freedom Tour 2-4 p.m. (1st) 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (2nd & 3rd) Hilton Head Island Airport General Aviation Nov. 2 Car Club Showcase 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Port Royal Golf Club Aero Expo 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Hilton Head Island Airport General Aviation
HONORED MARQUE
Viper Heritage Seminar 1:45-2:34 p.m. Port Royal Golf Club Satisfy Your Thirst After Party 4-6 p.m. Port Royal Golf Club Design Among the Stars 6:30 p.m. Harbour Town Clubhouse Nov. 2-3 Two-Day Features 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Port Royal Golf Club Nov. 3 Concours d’Elegance 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Port Royal Golf Club Every year, the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival chooses one car to highlight as its honored marque. This year, that honor goes to the Lincoln Continental, an icon of American design and luxury. According to legend, the original design for the Continental was completed in just an hour by automotive designer Eugene T. “Bob” Gregorie, reworked from the designs for a Lincoln-Zephyr. Intended to be a one-off, the car took on a life of its own, creating a legacy that has endured.
salute the visionaries who bring these automobiles to life. And the Vintage Auto Film Exhibition basks in the high-octane excitement of the automobile, with this year’s event highlighting racing legend Hurley Haywood through a stirring documentary. It all culminates in the weekend Concours: 200 cars from around the world will be on display at Port Royal Golf Club. Beyond the spectacular automobiles representing car clubs across the country, you’ll find eye-catching displays of historic motorcycles and boats, as well as unique automobiles you won’t find anywhere else. Try your hand at virtual reality car repair, hear the roar of a real race car engine, and exult in automotive culture at a place where pomp and circumstance never get in the way of a good time. In addition to fun, the Hilton Head Island Concours d'Eleance & Motoring festival has an annual economic impact of more than $12 million on the island. Restaurants, hotels and specialty businesses that cater to the luxury car set all benefit. Gary Paeth, manager of A-1 Auto Detailing & Car Storage on Hilton Head Island's Hunter Road, summed up the local business community's approach to the exhibtors and their entourages when he said, "When they come to town, we try to accomodate them."
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Carolyn Vanagel (left) is passing the baton to Lindsey Harrell, who will take over as president of the Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance & Motoring Festival.
In the driver's seat NEW LEADERSHIP WILL STEER HHI CONCOURS BY CAROLYN VANAGEL
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n just a short while, elegant cars, boats and motorcycles will make their way to the Lowcountry for the annual Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival. It’s a bittersweet moment for me, because this will be my last year as Concours president after 16 years behind the wheel. When I was first asked to take on the “part-time” position by two of Concours’ original founders, Paul Doerring and Jim Hopkins, I was excited to build something that could have a significant impact on Hilton Head and, ultimately, the state of South Carolina. Thanks to the founders’ commitment to excellence, we were able to reach beyond automotive enthusiasts to also attract lifestyle travelers looking to experience a world-class event while enjoying the amenities of Hilton Head. With the help of an amazing board of directors, a committed staff and a cadre of volunteers, the two-day festival grew to
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10 days of activities including vintage racing, a car club showcase, an aviation extravaganza, and one of the top three Concours d’Elegance displays in the country. Visitors flock from all over to see exhibits and to attend vintage auto film screenings and elegant dinners. I know that the event will reach even greater heights under the careful command of Lindsey Harrell, my dedicated vice president of operations. What will Concours look like under Lindsey’s leadership? She says it best: “The Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival will always strive to give you something new and different to see and experience. We will always offer a number of jaw-dropping moments.” I look forward to experiencing those jaw-dropping moments. Good luck to the new team, and thanks to this great community. Please come join us this fall — you will not be disappointed.
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Driving young America WILL MILLENNIALS CONTINUE AMERICA'S LOVE AFFAIR WITH THE AUTOMOBILE? BY BARRY KAUFMAN
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s the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival looks down the road to future festivals, a fork in the road looms: Will automotive hobbyists and car collecting become a thing of the past, or can future generations be convinced to take it for a spin? As ever-evolving technology makes cars seem less like works of art and more like robots and computers — and as self-driving cars and ride-sharing services impact rates of car ownership — industry insiders worry that future generations won’t share their appreciation for a well-designed chassis or the throaty purr of a carefully maintained engine. At this year’s Concours, organizers of the Driving Young America showcase hope to change that perspective, highlighting the role young drivers can play in the automotive industry’s next evolutionary leap. “The world is still going to need technicians,” said Keith Coltrap, the marketing manager for advocacy and innovation with BP Lubricants USA. “There’s just going to be a massive transition from combustion to whatever the propulsion of the future is going to be.” To encourage the next generation of automotive technicians and designers, BP Castroil and Michelin have teamed up for Driving Young America Boulevard, a new exhibit at this year’s Concours. Part of a broader outreach program, the highlight of this exhibit will be a high-tech virtual reality setup offering a hands-on look at auto repair.
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Crafted by Digital Mistake, the appropriately named Wrench software turns car repair into a game, complete with a leaderboard showing who fixed their ride the fastest. From oil changes to brake replacements, each component is faithfully re-created inside the computer to exacting detail. It’s the closest you can get to doing the work without actually getting your hands dirty. “The VR tool is flat-out amazing. It’s very gamelike, so young men and women will be very interested in it,” Coltrap said. “It’s a great opportunity to show young people we care and to interact with them.”
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In addition to the VR experience, a Driving Young America Forward exhibit will incorporate entries by Beaufort County high school students in the Michelin Junior Challenge Design Contest, which asks teens to design the car of the future. “This program is quickly becoming a model for how to engage young designers,” said Ben Ebel, Michelin Challenge Design chairman. “Each year, we have seen progressively more mature designs coming from these students — not in major markets across the country, but right here in Beaufort County.” It seems there’s nothing but smooth road ahead for the automotive world.
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Now retired from the track, St. James stays busy as a panelist for NASCAR's National Motorsports Appeals Panel and founder of Women in the Winners Circle, a foundation that provides grants to female drivers.
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First in racing NASCAR'S LYN ST. JAMES REFLECTS ON HER IMPACT AS CONCOURS CELEBRATES WOMEN BEHIND THE WHEEL BY BARRY KAUFMAN
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Lyn St. James will be the grand marshal at the Savannah Speed Classic on Oct.24-27, which is part of the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival. The Savannah Speed Classic offers a unique road race experience on the 10 turn, 2-mile course. For more information, go to hhiconcours.com.
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ST. JAMES DOMINATED AT 24 HOURS OF DAYTONA AND 12 HOURS OF SEBRING, EARNING A SPOT ON SPORTS ILLUSTRATED’S TOP 100 WOMEN ATHLETES OF THE CENTURY LIST.
She’ll appear in the Lowcountry as grand marshal of the Savannah Speed Classic, part of the annual Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival, dropping the green flag and giving the command for racers to start their engines. She’s excited to be back at the event. “I’ve been previously — it’s an amazing event and it’s grown tremendously since then,” she said. And St. James isn’t the only woman at this year’s festival leaving her mark on this so-called man’s world. In fact, this year’s event will host the inaugural Women Driving America summit, which highlights female collectors, Concours judges, industry executives and designers. “We’ve started to recognize a growing trend the past few years at our event — an increasing number of female owners and judges,” said festival president Carolyn Vanagel. “The hobby and the industry are becoming more diverse, and we are thrilled to recognize the women behind the opening of these doors.” Among a strong showing of female-owned classics cars, this year’s Concours will also feature long-time judges Lilly Pray and Carolina Cassini, as well as new judge Diane Parker, vice president of the Historic Vehicle Association. There also will be seminars led by Irina Zavatski, exterior design manager for Jeep at FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, and Janet Seymour, a color and materials design manager for Ford Motor Company.
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Polo 4 Heroes POLO RETURNS TO ROSE HILL UNDER NEW LEADERSHIP BY ALLISON GOODWIN
PLAYERS AND PONIES WILL RETURN TO THE ROSE HILL EQUESTRIAN CENTER IN BLUFFTON ON OCT. 27 FOR A POLO CHARITY EVENT — BUT THIS YEAR, THE POPULAR FUNDRAISER HAS NEW ORGANIZERS
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The Two Hundred Club of the Coastal Empire and the Lowcountry Foundation for Wounded Military Heroes have partnered to revamp the popular sporting event formerly known as Polo for Charity, which was organized by the Rotary Club of Okatie-Bluffton for 20 years. It's now called Polo 4 Heroes and supports wounded veterans and first responders. The Two Hundred Club of the Coastal Empire provides financial assistance to surviving spouses and dependents of law enforcement officers, firefighters, and paramedics killed in the line of duty, while the Lowcountry Foundation for Wounded Military Heroes supports wounded veterans through a variety of charitable programs. Together, they have donated over $4 million to their beneficiaries. While the name and organizers may be different, the Polo 4 Heroes event will feature many returning trainers, jockeys and ponies. In addition to the two professional teams from Aiken that will face off on the field, SCAD’s award-winning equestrian team will provide a fun and entertaining exhibition. Attendees can tailgate, picnic, stomp divots, buy raffle tickets, and cheer on players while wearing fabulous hats. New this year: a military parachute team will land on the field as part of the opening ceremony. At a VIP gala—which is also new this
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The fun at polo matches at Rose Hill equestrian center involves wearing big hats and stomping divots.
year—the chance to jump in tandem with these highly trained professionals will be part of a silent auction. Tickets are $100 for the Oct. 25 gala at Outback Steakhouse in Bluffton. “We will take bids via email from people who aren’t in the audience,” said event organizer Joe Grimm. On Sunday, the gates open at 12:30 p.m.; the opening ceremony is at 1:30 p.m. and kicks off when the parachutists—carrying a giant U.S. flag— drop onto the center of the polo field. Grimm said the ceremony will include “a grand procession of emergency vehicles, police and fire honor guards, luxury automobiles, SCAD equestrian and both polo teams.” The polo match will begin at 2:30 p.m. General admission advance tickets are $20. Tickets sold at the gate $25. Children under 12 are free. For tickets and more information go to mylowcountrytix.com, email polo4heroes@ gmail.com or go to polo4heroes.com.
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Control What You Can REDUCE YOUR RISK FOR BREAST CANCER WITH THESE STRATEGIES
SPECIAL TO MONTHLY BY SITEMAN CANCER CENTER
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cancer. It also has great health benefits for the child. Avoid birth control pills, particularly after age 35 or if you smoke. Birth control pills have both risks and benefits. The younger a woman is, the lower the risks are. While women are taking birth control pills, they have a slightly increased risk of breast cancer. This risk goes away quickly, though, after stopping the pill. The risk of stroke and heart attack is also increased while on the pill – particularly if a woman smokes. However, longterm use can also have important benefits, like lowering the risk of ovarian cancer, colon cancer and uterine cancer — not to mention unwanted pregnancy. Avoid post-menopausal hormones. Post-menopausal hormones shouldn’t be taken long term to prevent chronic diseases, like osteoporosis and heart disease. Studies show they have a mixed effect on health, increasing the risk of some diseases and lowering the risk of others, and both estrogen-only hormones and estrogen-plus-progestin hormones increase the risk of breast cancer. If women do take post-menopausal hormones, it should be for the shortest time possible. Take tamoxifen and raloxifene. Although not commonly thought of as a “healthy behavior,” taking the prescription drugs tamoxifen and raloxifene can significantly lower the risk of breast cancer in woman at high risk of the disease. Approved by the FDA for breast cancer prevention, these powerful drugs can have side effects, so they aren’t right for everyone.
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TREATMENTS KEEP GETTING BETTER, AND MORE IS KNOWN ABOUT HOW TO PREVENT THE DISEASE
Know your family history. Women with a strong family history of cancer can take special steps to protect themselves, so it’s important for women to know their family history. You may be at high risk of breast cancer if you have a mother or sister who developed breast or ovarian cancer, especially if at an early age, or if you have multiple family members who developed breast, ovarian or prostate cancer. Don’t skip screenings. Despite some controversy, studies show that breast cancer screening with mammography saves lives. It doesn’t help prevent cancer, but it can help find cancer early when it’s most treatable. For most women, regular mammograms can begin at age 40, but specific recommendations vary by age and risk. If you are 40 to 44, you can choose to begin yearly mammograms. If you are 45 to 54, mammograms are recommended every year. For women ages 55 or older, mammograms are recommended every other year. Clinical breast exams and self-exams are not recommended. But you should be familiar with your breasts and tell a health care provider right away if you notice any changes in how your breasts look or feel. SITEMAN CANCER CENTER AT BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL IS AFFILIATED WITH BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL AT WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS. THIS ARTICLE FIRST APPEARED AT SITEMAN.WUSTL.EDU.
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VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT FOR PLEDGE THE PINK
This year, Pledge the Pink is renting out almost every accommodation on Fripp Island from Oct. 24-27 for the 1,500 participants and others affiliated with the event. The annual Beaufort County breast cancer research fundraiser — previously known as LoCo Motion — will include three 10-mile walks on successive mornings on Fripp, Hunting and Dataw islands followed by games, parties, giveaways and other events. Pledge the Pink is sold out, but volunteers are still needed. For more information, go to pledgethepink.com.
BRA PROJECT RETURNS
To benefit local breast cancer survivors and DragonBoat Beaufort, local students from Hilton Head Island High School, May River High School and Bluffton High School are custom-designing bras for the fifth annual Bra Project competition. In total, 10 bras will be selected. A kickoff event will be held at 4 p.m. Oct. 3 at Pinnacle Plastic Surgery, 7 Mallet Way in Bluffton. The Bra Project, which was founded by Pinnacle, will then tour the Lowcountry for the entire month of October. Locations include Tanger 1 Outlets, 1256 Fording Island Road, Bluffton; Breast Health Center Bluffton, 75 Baylor Drive, Suite 100; Pinnacle Plastic Surgery; and Thibault Gallery, 815 Bay St., Beaufort. Dates will be announced soon. Votes and donations will be collected for the public's favorite submission at each of the exhibit locations. This year, local artists were invited to participate in a non-competitive portion of the project. The winner will be announced, and pieces will be auctioned off at the grand finale celebration, “The Bra Project: Bras and Bubbly,” which will be held at the Thibault Gallery from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 24. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at eventbrite.com by searching "Bras and Bubbly." For more information, “Like” the event on Facebook or contact Melody Jones at mjones@pinnaclemd.com or 843-8156699, ext. 1009.
PLAY TENNIS TO BENEFIT BREAST CANCER RESEARCH
Racquets for Research, a tennis benefit for breast cancer research where participants receive instruction and play with local tennis professionals, will be held from 2-4 p.m. Dec. 6 at Palmetto Dunes tennis center on Hilton Head Island, followed by a wine and cheese happy hour at Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar. The event is hosted by the U.S. Tennis Association of South Carolina, in conjunction with Tennis Association of Hilton Head and Public Tennis, Inc. All registration fees will be donated by Earlier.org, an organization focused on an earlier detection for breast cancer. Participants must be at least 21 years old. For more information, contact USTA South Carolina’s Sheryl McAlister at 803-781-2574, ext. 101, or go to sctennis. com/annualmeeting. October 2019 61
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A Century of Love HILTON HEAD ICON TURNS 100 BY NELL CURRAN | PHOTO BY RUTHE RITTERBECK
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ois Richardson, a pillar of the Hilton Head Island community, hit an incredible milestone this summer. Richardson, wife of the late Norris Richardson, celebrated her centennial birthday, marking a century of giving her all to her community and her family. Richardson was one of the early residents of Hilton Head, arriving before the first bridge to the mainland was built. She and others like her were known as “island pioneers.” “To us, it was living our dream. I would give that advice to others. Go do something you dream about and live your dream,” she said. Accompanying her husband, Norris, and with three children in tow, the family set up a home. Mary Katherine had just finished junior high school, JR was 11, and their youngest, Collins, was only 4. The Richardson family took an active role in the island’s growth. Norris, whose background was in the grocery business, insisted the island could become something. Along with Lois, he founded many businesses that became community anchors — and eventually part of Coligny Circle’s shopping district: a grocery store, a laundromat, a barber shop and beauty parlor, and a pharmacy. A decade after arriving, the Richardsons discovered that son Collins had a rare kidney disease. In a bold move, Lois donated her own kidney to Collins in one of the area’s earliest living donor transplants. He survived three more years, though Lois said that if she could change one thing about her life, “I would have invented a cure for [Collins’s] disease.” Lois was also a pioneer in working outside the home; she earned her business degree before marrying and often ran the grocery store when Norris took side jobs. As a bookkeeper for Charles E. Fraser and his real estate development firm, she helped contribute to the growth of Sea Pines. Norris and Lois also founded First Baptist Church in their home, with Sunday School upstairs. Posting flyers in the grocery store, Lois made sure the whole town was welcome, and she has hosted a Bible study group in her home for six decades, creating lifelong friendships. “We call it the Tuesday Morning Bible Study Group. Those ladies mean so much to me,” she said. Playing a vital role in the island’s growth has contributed to her longevity, Lois said, alongside her faith
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KEYS TO LIVING LONGER? and commitment to family and friends: “Put your faith in God and surround yourself with people you love and who love you,” she said. “Do not GO DO SOMETHING YOU take chances with your body. Eat healthy and exercise. Treat DREAM ABOUT AND every day as if it is the most LIVE YOUR DREAM. important day of your life.” So much has changed in the -LOIS RICHARDSON world and in the Lowcountry during Lois’ lifetime. She marvels at technological developments that have made daily living easier. “The microwave oven is amazing to me. The fact that ice turns to water in seconds is incredible,” she said. At the end of the day, Lois said, it isn’t so much about the number of years she lives as it is the quality of that life — time spent with friends and family and doing things she loves. “The focus of my life is on my faith and my family. I believe putting Christ first always is what has given me my strength,” she said. “I moved in with my son, Jimmy, and his wife, Leslie, and their family almost 25 years ago. There is so much activity and happiness in this home. I think it is important to be around people you love, and the people who love me, and to be involved in their lives.”
What are the secrets to long life? Is it the luck of good genetics? The answers are complex. “There’s no genetic code we know of for why some people live longer, although longevity runs in families,” said genetic biologist Lisa Danish of Nazareth College in Rochester, New York. “Some possible genes have been seen, but little is known.” There are, however, a list of behaviors that scientists link to longer lives: not smoking, engaging in daily physical and mental activity, eating a healthy diet, maintaining a healthy weight and body shape, and keeping up with dental health, including flossing. Harvard scientists also have less obvious suggestions: maintain lifelong learning, have a strong community and social network, and prioritize your own happiness.
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Smile Pretty ADVANCES IN DENTISTRY MEAN BETTER RESULTS BY LAUREN GOFF
New advances in technology, materials and techniques over the past 10 years have led to much better outcomes — and experiences in the dental chair — for patients. And for dentists and oral surgeons, there has never been a more exciting time to be in practice. Some of these dental advances include:
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CAMERA-READY An intraoral camera can take precise pictures of a patient’s mouth, especially in hard-to-see areas. This allows a dentist to better assess a patient’s oral health.
LONGER-LASTING IMPLANTS
Not only have dental implants become more common in the past several years, but they’ve also become more dependable. Dental implants often used to fail, but now they have a much higher success rate — about 95%. The typical dental implant will last over 15 years. The invention of 3-D printers also has revolutionized dentistry. When a patient's natural tooth has to be extracted, it is possible to scan its shape and size and print an exact copy from materials like titanium and zirconia.
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AIR ABRASION
Thanks to new materials, veneers can be thinner without sacrificing strength. When a thinner veneer is added to the front of a tooth surface, less of the tooth surface must be removed. This means that more of the tooth can be kept intact.
Air abrasion is used as an alternative to a dental drill for smaller cavities. Air abrasion can treat these cavities through a blast of pellets that consist of aluminum oxide and air without the use of anesthetic.
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CAVITY-FIGHTING LASERS Dentists used to use a tool called an explorer to detect cavities. Today, a laser can now do the job as well. A diode laser is the choice for some dentists when searching for tooth decay and cavities in patients.
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MORE EFFECTIVE MATERIALS Most bonding done now is with resin. Resin is shinier, longer lasting and it’s easier to blend in with a tooth’s natural color.
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Nitrous oxide and oral sedation are being used more often because of their effectiveness in calming patients who are fearful or anxious. The patient remains awake, and there’s no need for needles.
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Increased accessibility to connected devices means we can see which teeth we’re brushing using an app on our phones.
SEE YOUR SMILE
For major dental work — sometimes called a “smile makeover” — virtual reality helps patients envision themselves with their final restorations. That emotional response, which helps drive the commitment needed for multi-appointment procedures, is something that can happen at the first appointment. With digital photos and virtual mockups, patients can try on different smiles to find one that pleases them.
DIGITAL IMAGING Digital X-rays capture dental images and display the image onto a computer screen. Digital X-rays also have the benefit of lessening the exposure of radiation as compared to traditional X-rays.
THIS ARTICLE FIRST APPEARED ONLINE AT HEARTLANDDENTAL.COM. HEARTLAND DENTAL IS THE NATION'S LARGEST DENTAL SUPPORT ORGANIZATION PROVIDING NON-CLINICAL, ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES TO 1,400 SUPPORTED DENTISTS ACROSS 37 STATES.
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Pride in Home Ownership PROTECT YOUR HOME WITH THESE FALL MAINTENANCE TIPS BY LOREN SANDERLING
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WHEN TEMPERATURES IN THE LOWCOUNTRY COOL OFF A BIT IN OCTOBER, HOME MAINTENANCE BECOMES LESS OF A CHORE. TAKE SOME TIME NOW TO DO NEEDED TASKS WHILE THE WEATHER IS BEAUTIFUL. HERE’S A CHECKLIST OF FALL HOME MAINTENANCE TASKS:
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Make sure it’s still doing well. Maintaining your roof can prevent leaks and extend its life.
Check that water
See that it is not pooling on the ground. That can lead to foundation problems.
Clean the gutters
Leaves and debris can cause water to get backed up in your gutters and downspouts, which can lead to problems. Wood rot and pest infestations can result from messy gutters.
Protect your house against animals Mice, squirrels, and other critters are looking to escape the cold. They might decide that your place looks pretty great. Make sure to close any holes and block any potential entrances to your home.
Take care of any tree limbs
Hurricane season isn’t over yet, and if we have an ice storm this winter, you don’t want any tree limbs to fall on your house or roof.
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Restock/check your disaster kit
If you have a family disaster kit, check it to make sure everything is up-to-date. If you don’t have one, now is a good time to prepare one for your home.
Have your chimney inspected Before you’re tempted to start a fire in the fireplace, call a reputable service to clean and check your chimney. When cold weather comes, there will be a rush for these services, so do your chimney inspection before winter hits.
Consider doing an energy audit
Find out how to make your home more energy-efficient. Some utility companies offer this as a free service to their customers. Improving your home’s efficiency can save you money.
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Clean your dryer
You should clean the vents in your dryer in the fall. Cooler, drier weather means there will be more static electricity. If there’s a lot of lint built up, your dryer could go up in flames. You can hire a professional to clean things out.
Check your smoke detectors And don’t forget carbon monoxide detectors. Replace the batteries at least once a year.
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BERKELEY HALL PLANTS SEEDS FOR GARDEN’S SUCCESS
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Kayne Hoecht, director of community services and grounds at Berkeley Hall, oversees the English garden.
Hoecht, director of community services and grounds, and his full-time staff of 14 groom the English-influenced garden with daily precision. They tend to the long tea olive hedges, white azaleas, boxwood hedges, white crepe myrtles, Asiatic jasmine border plantings, and 42 other flower gardens throughout the property. Twenty 30-year-old live oak trees embrace the Savannah Gardens, while stepped terraces lead down to the reflection pond and a majestic fountain. Four raised Corinthian urns of Savannah brick frame the site, and brick pathways lead the way. White trellised swing benches provide a comfortable perch for admiring the Lowcountry landscape. It all comes down to a blend of science and creativity, Hoecht said — a recipe he’s perfected over his 12 years at Berkeley Hall. “I’ll do lab tests on soils, lab tests on plants, so I know how to make them optimal…I diversify,” said Hoecht, who also has worked at a botanical garden in Georgia and in Colorado. “New technology and plants change rapidly.” There’s a science to the garden’s design, too, Hoecht said.
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“I like there to be a flow with the annual flower plantings as you come in through the main gate and enter the property,” he said. “You can look at some color schemes — for instance, reds, yellows, oranges — and they are really hot to the eye in mid-July. But if you go a little more with the pinks, blues, whites, silvers, it has a more cooling image. Based on the season, I try to adjust accordingly.” Hoecht and his team plant 24,000 annual flowers in the spring and fall, all custom-ordered from a grower in the Palmetto State. The Savannah Garden itself regenerates with 7,000 new plantings annually. “I give them an order that allows them to grow any given plant to a custom size,” Hoecht said. “Being specific on the plant allows me to be different from other properties in our area. Ordering custom-grown plants opens the door to thousands of variable combinations that are limited by the imagination.” He also scours the country and looks at other places that have a climate similar to the Lowcountry’s for “fresh ideas,” he said. He wants the gardens at Berkeley Hall to be unique to the area in their flower variety, size, visual impact and compatibility with other plantings in the vast collection. But he’s adamant about one basic philosophy: “I try not to stick to the same theme or color scheme; I pride myself on doing something new every year. A lot of our gardens are seen from a distance, so a lot of the time we need to have a bright color from afar or in the shade.” When Hoecht joined the Berkeley Hall team in 2007, the “very welldesigned and pretty-well maintained property” had what he described as a solid “backbone.” “My focus when I came here was to guide the landscape into the future,” he said. “We did a lot of pruning with the future in mind.”
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CHARTER ONE REALTY WELCOMES BURNSIDE
Natalie Burnside has joined the team at Charter One Realty as a real estate sales professional. She will collaborate with Allison Cobb and The Cobb Group. Burnside has more than 30 years of experience in sales, marketing and real estate. Originally from the Midwest, her professional background includes property management, homeowner association administration, banking and financial services, and philanthropic leadership.
WEICHERT REALTY PROMOTES ELLIOTT
Michelle Elliott of Weichert Realty Coastal Properties has been promoted to director of career development. In her new role, Elliott will coach agents to help them reach their full potential. She is a member of the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class of 2020.
COLLINS GROUP REALTY ADDS GAGLIA
Amy Gaglia has joined the team at Collins Group Realty as a team support specialist. In her new role, Gaglia will work with the company’s in-house closings department and marketing department. Previously, Gaglia worked as a nurse and in academia. She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.
SPANISH WELLS CELEBRATES 50 YEARS
Spanish Wells on Hilton Head Island is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway and Broad Creek, the private community is home to 200 families. The original Spanish Wells Club golf course, opened in 1969 as a 9-hole par 36 course, was designed by 96 hiltonheadmonthly.com
George Cobb. It was re-designed by Clyde Johnston in 2005. Spanish Wells offers a pier and deep-water dock, tennis, swimming, kayak storage and a clubhouse with pro shop.
MOSS CREEK RECOGNIZED FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE
Moss Creek has retained its designation as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary through the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses. Both the North and South golf courses were designated as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary in 2019 and are one of 912 courses in the world to currently be designated as such. The program provides information and guidance to help golf courses preserve and enhance wildlife habitat, and protect natural resources.
MLS PARTNERS WITH BUILDERS UPDATE
Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island has partnered with Builders Update to provide data about new construction to the listing service’s members. The Builders Update tools on hhimls.com will inform members about offerings at new communities in the Lowcountry. Bill Gaul, chief executive officer of Builders Update, said the website was built “by agents for agents” in collaboration with developers. According to the National Association of Realtors, 65% of new home construction is sold through the help of a real estate agent. With few homes for sale in many local communities, agents representing buyers told HHIMLS that they needed to explore new construction opportunities. HHIMLS facilitated more than $4 billion in real estate transactions last year for properties in South Carolina and Georgia.
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Shell Game BROTHERS’ OYSTER FARM MAKING A DIFFERENCE TO MAY RIVER BY KATHLEEN WILLIAMS PHOTOS BY ROB KAUFMAN
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very day, starting at first light, brothers Andrew and Austin Harter head out from the Alljoy public dock in their SeaArk, aiming for a little slice of the May River where their 200 oyster cages float. It’s their first trip of the day, but usually not their last. They’ll go out two or three more times to check on their oysters and haul in the ones that are ready for market. Andrew, 27, and Austin, 31, are partners with their uncle, Brad Young, in May River Oyster Co., one of the few oyster farms operating in the Lowcountry. Their venture began in September 2015, after they bought out their uncle’s former partner. Now they make their livelihood on the river where they spent their childhood playing, fishing, crabbing and shrimping. “We grew up on this river, spent our entire lives on this river,” Austin said. “We want to do anything we can to keep it as healthy as possible.” The Harters are devoted to the sustainability of the May River and to producing the best-tasting local oysters — oysters that in turn help keep the river clean. May River Oyster Co. leases from South Carolina the rights to shellfish in approximately 70 acres of the May River — between Hilton Head Island, Daufuskie Island and Bluffton, an area called Middle Marsh. The brothers buy approximately 200,000 to 250,000 seeds — baby oysters — a year from a hatchery on Lady’s Island.
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the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources a couple of years ago, the brothers can now harvest their oysters yearround, no longer having to stop during warmer months, as recreational harvesters must do. That’s because their oysters grow in the water column, where it’s much cooler, and don’t bake in the heat on banks and the muddy flats at low tide. “Our oysters never see the surface. So they’re kept cool and they’re constantly flushing themselves,” Andrew said. After investing thousands of dollars in equipment, and logging hours on the water, the brothers say their business is “getting close to where we want it to be.” May River Oyster Co. is growing and winning over new Lowcountry chefs. “We’ve always had the demand; it’s about expanding the product,” Andrew said. “I’m sure we’ll be bigger than we are now, but we’ll probably always be local.”
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Tread lightly FOOTHILLS TRAIL OFFERS GREAT FALL HIKING IN THE UPSTATETHILLS TRAIL STORY AND PHOTOS BY CLAY BONNYMAN EVANS
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The Foothills Trail, between Table Rock and Oconee state parks, is a rewarding hike through classic southern Appalachian terrain.
rocks and roots, except for a few limited areas, making for pleasant hiking. Wellbuilt bridges cross several waterways and the Foothills Trail Conservancy has laid hundreds of wood-block steps to help hikers on the steepest sections. The western half of the trail is wonderfully wet, in the best possible way. It follows the wild Chattooga River — one of the waterways featured in the film “Deliverance” (don’t worry: we heard no banjoes) — passes by dramatic Whitewater Falls and flirts with Lake Jocassee, just a few of its get-wet spots. And thank goodness for them all, as temperatures and humidity begin to soar in mid-spring and
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don’t relent until autumn. The eastern half of the trail is drier and more rugged, featuring steep climbs of up to 2,000 feet, including to the summit of 3,554-foot Sassafras Mountain, the highest point in South Carolina. Except near the parking areas of the two parks and at Whitewater Falls, the trail is blessedly free of crowds. Passing through dense corridors of oak, pine, rhododendron and mountain laurel, hikers might spy everything from wild turkeys to deer and eagles. Bears live in the area, but because there is a hunting season, they tend to be extremely shy of humans. In addition to the parks, there are
numerous access points and parking for day hikes or short backpacking trips. Camping is allowed everywhere along the trail except for a 1.7-mile section of Duke Energy property along the Whitewater River. No permits are required, but there is a fee for camping in either state park. The Foothills Trail is a rewarding romp through classic southern Appalachian terrain. Its long, dreamy, green tunnel opens frequently onto panoramic views and waterfalls and travels along and over cool, peaceful rivers where you can pitch your tent on a sandbank and fall asleep to the lullaby of flowing water.
Here are a few suggestions if you’d like to sample one of the South’s best-kept hiking secrets:
DAY HIKES Whitewater Falls: Easily accessed from S.C. 130/N.C. 281, follow the trail to the spur for the falls, about a 2-mile hike. Six different falls tumble a total of 800 feet, making it the highest cascade waterfall east of the Mississippi River. Chattooga River: From Oconee State Park or S.C. 107, the trail descends into this beautiful, wild gorge and parallels the river for nearly 10 miles. Table Mountain State Park: This hike is not for the faint of heart. The trail heads straight uphill, reaching Pinnacle Mountain after 4.2 miles and 2,000 feet of climbing. The panoramic views toward the Lowcountry are your reward. Extra credit: Another 800 feet of climbing and five more miles bring you to the summit of Sassafras Mountain — where a friend can pick you up in the parking lot.
OVERNIGHT TRIPS Oconee State Park to Sloane Bridge: At S.C. 107, this 29-mile section takes in the whole Chattooga Gorge; camping on a sandbank is a highlight for many. Table Rock State Park to Laurel Valley: Think mountains rather than rivers. This 13.6-mile point-to-point route along U.S. 78 climbs up Sassafras Mountain before descending into the beautiful Laurel Valley. The Whole Enchilada: If you’ve got five to 10 days, consider “thru-hiking” the entire trail. Thru-hikers travel both west and east, but there’s no question that those who start at Table Rock have it a bit tougher, while those starting at Oconee have a day or two before hitting their first 1,000-foot-plus climb. It’s an excellent entrée into the world of long-distance hiking.
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When Hannah Edelman is at home, she helps her mother run the Hilton Head Beach Volleyball Academy.
being only 5-foot-9 — short by professional volleyball standards — won three Olympic gold medals and retired as one of the most successful female beach volleyball players in history. By the time Edelman was a sophomore at Hilton Head Island High School, she had begun to realize her own verticallychallenged stature — she’s only 5-foot-5 — might limit her potential to play for a major college program, at least in the indoor game. But it didn’t hold her back on the sand courts on Coligny Beach. She quit playing indoor club volleyball but continued to excel for the Seahawks, winning state Player of the Year honors and started spending more time at the beach. That same year, the coaches of South Carolina’s fledgling beach volleyball program ran a camp on Hilton Head, and Edelman caught their eye. “I was kind of at the right age at the right time, when the game was just growing a little bit,” Edelman said. She joined the team as a walk-on and paid her dues, going 2-1 in varsity matches and enjoying success in exhibitions as a freshman and compiling an 8-3 record before an injury ended her sophomore
campaign. Edelman eventually earned a scholarship and rebounded from the injury to go 20-10 in 2019, including a 7-2 mark in the No. 2 position. She has been on two teams that made the eight-team national championship tournament, and because of the nature of beach volleyball, she’s involved in every point, something that almost certainly wouldn’t be true if she were playing the indoor game and limited to playing on the back row. Now Edelman is hoping to help the game grow here in the Palmetto State. Of the 20 players on the Gamecocks’ 2020 roster, only Edelman and one other are from South Carolina. When she’s home, she helps her mother run the Hilton Head Beach Volleyball Academy, providing something aspiring players like Edelman didn’t have when they were growing up. “I see such an opportunity for kids who are in high school who play indoor volleyball and don’t think they could make a career out of it,” Edelman said. “The culture is so cool. I feel like so many people are missing out on it and I want it to be known.”
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ational and local interest in the paranormal spiked recently after the release of video footage showing U.S. Navy pilots reacting to fast-moving, oblong objects — allegedly UFOs — hurtling through the air. The Navy acknowledged that the footage is real, and have admitted that they don’t know what, exactly, the objects are. But for mediums in the Lowcountry, UFO sightings, spirits and communication that can’t be explained by traditional science are part of everyday life. They say that their access to the supernatural world allows many opportunities to help others.
SAMANTHA KAUFMAN Samantha Love Kaufman was antsy before a recent mid-afternoon appointment in Bluffton, which wasn’t normal for her. “I usually have really calm energy, but for about 10 minutes before you got here, I was rushing around and couldn’t finish anything I started,” she told a new client who Kaufman would soon learn had come seeking help with, among other issues, feeling overworked and stressed. “Sorry, that was me,” the woman said sheepishly. “That’s how I live.” Kaufman’s work as a self-described “intuitive” immerses her in other people’s realities: In addition to listening to problems often so gut-wrenching that they might never have been described aloud before, she picks up on people’s energy and feels the presence of the departed. “Those who have crossed over are not ‘up there,’ ” she said. “They are all around us, all the time.” Kaufman is a medium — also known as a psychic — but she also is an ordained minister, real estate agent, website and app designer, wife, and mother of two young adult children. She has been unusually sensitive her whole life and approaches her craft with benevolence coupled with intellectual curiosity. Kaufman has honed her intuitive abilities for more
than 25 years, and her home-based practice took off after her father, Dr. Glenn Neil Love, one of Beaufort County’s first obstetricians, died in 2014. She said that after he crossed over, he began visiting her and she felt encouraged to provide readings that, according to her business’s Facebook page, “offer encouragement and guidance in all situations.” Kaufman is skilled with tarot cards, pendulums and crystals and will use them if clients desire. “I get downloads of messages from my spirit guides — visions, sensations or packets of information. I try to interpret what’s been given to me to the best of my ability and use words that are going to resonate with the person who is in front of me,” she said. Her readings run the gamut from “a general life overview to specific focused questions, as well as energetic body scans and other modalities,” she said. She also does readings for animals that can, among other things, reveal “what they want and need to say to their owners.” Kaufman’s latest area of interest is called light language. “Some people speak it, some sing it, some sign or draw or write it,” she said. “Light language is an energetic multidimensional language that is understood by all on a soul level and provides for deep healing.” A 60-minute reading with Kaufman costs $125. For more information, go to afirewithin.me
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Tarot cards, crystals and religious statues are part of the ambience at Sampson's reading room on the U.S. 278 on Hilton Head Island.
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It’s hard to miss the sign in psychic Sam Marks’s front window on U.S. 278 on Hilton Head Island: “Readings $10.” Marks, who goes by the name Sampson in his business as a spiritual life reader and adviser, said he has been in the same location since 1997 and regularly attends clients from all walks of life. The promise of a $10 reading has drawn many in, but the bare-bones service — Marks answers two or three yes-or-no questions based on the sign of the client’s birth — is hardly all that’s available. The cost for other readings starts at $60 and goes up depending on their complexity. Marks reads tarot cards — a service that lasts “1-2 hours,” he said — and conducts palm readings, spiritual life readings “based on a problem or matter that you are going through in life,” and psychic life readings, “which are more future-based.” “You don’t learn this. You are gifted,” Marks said, adding that his Armenian grandmother was a psychic, his sister has a similar business in Pennsylvania and his daughter also has the gift. No audio or video recordings of the sessions are allowed, and Marks said he asks clients to leave if they request black magic. “I’m not a witch doctor. I don’t do root work,” he said. People of all ages seek out Marks’s services, usually with questions related to the same topics: family relationships, romantic love and sexuality. Despite not being fluent in Spanish, he has many Hispanic clients and his business card includes the title “curandero” (Spanish for “shaman”). Island visitors also request his services, but Marks said he turns them away if he senses they’re only looking for entertainment or killing time while waiting for a table at the Crazy Crab restaurant across the street. “They don’t realize that I might see something in their reading that will make them not want to eat dinner,” he said. Marks has a business license from the Town of Hilton Head (issued to “Island Psychic”) and, like any business owner, he relies on repeat customers. “When you walk out that door, I’m going to ask, ‘How did you enjoy your reading? Was a weight lifted off your shoulders?’ ” he said. For more information or to make an appointment (preferred), call 843-681-8118 or 843-475-8501.
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Dwanna Paul first began to explore the paranormal when she was a teenager and has been a professional medium since the 1970s. Her career has included appearances on CBS’s “Haunted Lives” and at conventions in Dallas, Atlanta and other major cities. For more than 40 years, she says she “has gone into an altered state of consciousness to access the world of spirit” to help people who seek her out. Many want to communicate with loved ones who have crossed over. Others, including seriously ill patients, wonder who and what is waiting for them after the death of the body, Paul said. At her “Shaman’s Way” classes, held once a month on Saturday evenings at her Bluffton office, Paul lays her hands on each participant and “spirit comes through and works with energy with the people,” she said. Many experience relief from conditions including depression, body pain and other ailments. Most newcomers start with a private, half-hour reading, which costs $125. “Even after so many years, I can’t wait for the next person, the next session,” Paul said in her soft Texas accent. “The other day, I had a gentleman who was 88 years old and wanted to communicate with his mother. She came through very clearly. He cried. It was beautiful.” Paul asks visitors to remove their shoes before entering her soothing, professionally decorated waiting room, where couches are arranged around a low table. This is where she holds her free “Tea and Talk” sessions, where “like-minded people come together.” A mentor for many other mediums, Paul often partners with her students to conduct group sessions and more advanced experiences including table tipping, where spirits communicate by moving a plastic table and spelling sentences. On Oct. 16, she will be at The Cottage Café, Bakery and Tea Room in Bluffton to lead a “Healing with Angels” seminar. Tickets for the evening are $58 and include dinner, wine and “the opportunity to experience Dwanna and the messages she receives from the other side,” according to her website. For more information, go to dwannapaul.com.
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Night flyers PALMETTO BLUFF BAT PROJECT REVEALS 13TH LOCAL SPECIES BY MELINDA COPP
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BIG BROWN BAT (EPTESICUS FUSCUS)
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White-nose syndrome is caused by a fungus that grows on the bats as they hibernate in caves. The fungus causes altered behavior in bats, including waking up more frequently in winter, when their source of food — insects —is low. The syndrome has spread quickly since it was discovered in New York in 2006, ravaging bat populations. Some colonies have experienced 90-100 percent mortality. Scientists are speculating reasons why the fungus has not been found in bats along the coast. The Lowcountry’s subtropical climate provides an abundant year-round supply of insects
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TRI-COLORED BAT (PERIMYOTIS SUBFLAVUS)
NORTHERN LONG EARED BAT (MYOTIS SEPTENTRIONALIS)
and bats along our coastline can be seen foraging on warm winter evenings. This could mean our bats don’t enter the long-term hibernation white-nose syndrome seems to require, Moore said. If northern long-eared bats are able to survive and reproduce in the Lowcountry, she said, this area could be a refuge for a local population of this imperiled species. The nonprofit Palmetto Bluff Conservancy was awarded a state wildlife grant to bring Kyle Shute, a graduate student at Clemson University, to the Lowcountry to study roosting behavior of several bat species. He and his team catch the bats in nets and then tag them so they can be tracked to their roosting sites. But the discovery of this new species of bat in the Lowcountry is good news for reasons beyond its impact on the bats’ survival: All 14 species of bats in South Carolina eat insects — and they eat a lot of the mosquitoes that bite people who work or play outside. And recent studies have shown that bats’ appetite for insects saves U.S. farmers $22.9 billion a year in pesticide expenses. Moore said experts are excited about the ongoing opportunities to study the winged mammals and already are learning new things about their habitats and routines. For example: Shute’s team recaptured a tagged northern long-eared male this summer one year after they first caught him. That tells researchers that the bats are returning to the Lowcountry for the summer — but they still don’t know what they do in other seasons. And local researchers still haven’t found a pregnant or nursing female, which means it’s unclear if the bats are breeding in this area. “There’s still so much we don’t know,” Moore said.
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To lift up others SERVICE CLUB IS A HIT AT ST. FRANCIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL STORY AND PHOTOS BY CAROL WEIR
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ewcomers might be surprised to find that a service group called Beta Club is one of the most popular student organizations at St. Francis Catholic School on Hilton Head Island. But a recent trip to play Pictionary with residents at Bloom at Hilton Head assisted living highlighted the club’s appeal. On a Monday afternoon when they would normally be in study hall, eighth-graders gathered in the school’s cafeteria. They discussed a bit of club business — possible locations for an upcoming beach cleanup day — and then, after adult sponsor Laura Christie checked to make sure each student had handed in a permission slip, the group walked through the school’s parking lot to Bloom. There, residents were waiting in a large, inviting room with couches and comfortable chairs. A whiteboard easel was set up in front, and two students grabbed dry-erase markers while the others found seats beside residents or on the floor. The student “artists” took turns picking cards and drawing the word indicated on them. Divided into teams, the residents — helped by the students — tried to guess what each drawing was. “A cat!” “No, it’s a mouse!” “Wait, I think it’s a fox!” The guesses flew fast and furious in the animated room, and eventually, someone got each card right. Cheers erupted every time a point was awarded.
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With 31 seventh- and eighth-grade students, Beta Club is one of the largest groups at the school. “It teaches us how to interact with others, especially older people,” said club secretary Emilie Fister. “Our class has gotten closer through doing these projects.” Field trips, trick-or-treating at Bloom and the fact the club is student-led are all features that attracted Isabella Terramoccia, who is this year’s president, but mostly she likes the club because “we help people and it makes us feel good.” Beta Club’s mission is to encourage and reward academic achievement and promote qualities that develop high moral character and leadership. To apply to become a member, students must have a grade of B or better in each subject and no discipline infractions. The club’s motto is “Let us lead by serving others.” Other service projects have included filling diaper bags and backpacks with items for children in foster care in Beaufort County, volunteering at the parish picnic and organizing school fundraisers including candy-grams and spirit days. Recently, the club raised money for Hurricane Dorian’s victims in the Bahamas. Upcoming projects include tree planting and helping at Rogue Rescue’s pet adoption events.
Where toWorship
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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Things to See & Hear Oct. 10-Nov. 15
“Arts Ob We People—Wall of Art”: Monday– Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Hilton Head Art League Gallery 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head
In this exhibition and sale, local Gulllah artists share their depictions of their culture. Free. 843681-5060 or artleaguehhi.org.
Sept. 15-Nov. 15
Richard Grant Art Exhibition: Monday–Thursday 6 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Island Recreation Center Artist’s Gallery 20 Wilborn Road, Hilton Head
Islander Richard Grant’s artwork of organic and geometric forms is on display. Free. 843-6817273 or islandreccenter.org.
GOT ART
Last Sunday of each month
Dixieland Jazz Society of the Lowcountry Jam Session: 2-5 p.m.
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy., Hilton Head
Dixieland jazz comes alive on stage. $7.50 minimum. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
Two Saturday sessions with the artist will be announced. Free. 843-689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org.
Oct. 7 through Dec. 5 Gayle Miller Exhibit: Monday–Friday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Oct. 1 through Oct. 26 Bill Bogle Exhibit: Monday through Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday noon-4 p.m.
Art League Gallery 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head
The Art League of Hilton Head will showcase watercolor paintings by artist Gayle Miller. Free. 843-681-5060 or artleaguehhi.org.
Oct. 9
The Art League of Hilton Head will showcase the artwork of photographer Bill Bogle and 180 other works by local artists, all for sale. Additional viewings 90 minutes before any Arts Center performance. Free. 843-681-5060 or artleaguehhi.org.
Oct. 7-Nov. 30
“Encore”: Works by Amiri Farris: Monday through Saturday 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
The Art League Academy Gallery 106 Cordillo Pkwy. Hilton Head Island
The Coastal Discovery Museum 70 Honey Horn Drive Hilton Head
This exhibition is comprised of Farris’ large-scale paintings, assemblages and mixed-media works.
Bill Bogle Artist Reception: 5-7 p.m.
The Art League Gallery 14 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head
The Art League of Hilton Head will host a benefit, party and reception for the gallery’s October featured artist Bill Bogle. Free. 843-681-5060 or artleaguehhi.org.
Oct. 10-27
“Murder on the Orient Express”: 8 p.m. Sunday Matinees 2 p.m.
The center’s No. 1 pick by its audience for a nonmusical, the play captures all the suspense that you would expect from crime novelist Agatha Christie. A lavish trip through Europe quickly unfolds into a race against time to solve a murder aboard the train. $51. 843-842-2787 or artshhi.com.
Oct. 10
Ray Ushikubo—International Piano Competition Winners’ Recital: 7 p.m.
SoundWaves 7 Lagoon Road Hilton Head
The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra presents Ushikubo, the 2017 first-prize winner, in a piano and violin recital. $30. 843-842-2055 or hhipc.org.
Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31; Nov. 7, 14
Lavon Stevens Presents Jazz in the Key of Life featuring Louise Spencer: 7:30 p.m.
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
$7. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina 14 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head
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Oct. 10
Oct. 12
Concert Truck: 6 p.m.
Shelter Cove Park 39 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head
Nick Luby and Susan Zhang perform live classical music in public places from the stage of their converted truck. Free. Theperformingartsconsortium.org.
Oct. 11
Concert Truck: 4 p.m.
TidePointe 700 TidePointe Way Hilton Head
Nick Luby and Susan Zhang perform live classical music in public places from the stage of their converted truck. Free. Theperformingartsconsortium.org.
Oct. 12
Concert Truck: Time TBD
Coligny Park 12 South Forest Beach Dr. Hilton Head Chaplain Park 11 Cast Net Drive Hilton Head
Nick Luby and Susan Zhang perform live classical music in public places from the stage of their converted truck. Free. Theperformingartsconsortium.org.
Oct. 11-12
The Kevin Bales Centennial Blues Band: 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 16, 30; Nov. 13
An Evening of the Arts:
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
6:30-10 p.m.
Grande Ocean Terrace at The Westin Resort & Spa 2 Grasslawn Ave. Hilton Head
The Island School Council for the Arts presents a formal dinner, entertainment and auction. $175. isca-online.org.
Location TBD
By Young Artist Performances. The 13-year-old Shepard was a 2019 prize winner in the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra youth concerto competition. $25. Youngartistperformances.com.
Oct. 13, 20, 27; Nov. 3, 10
7 p.m. 3 p.m.
Hilton Head High School Bluffton High School
The Hilton Head Lighthouse Chorus and New River Harmony Chorus of Sun City and three other groups will perform. $20. Tickets available at Burkes Pharmacy on Hilton Head and Markel’s in Bluffton. Hhibarbershoppers.org.
7:30 p.m. Sunday Matinees 2 p.m.
HHPS Main Street Theatre 3000 Main St. Hilton Head
The Lean Ensemble Theater presents this Tonyaward-winning play about a couple who move into a Chinatown apartment and are visited by family over Thanksgiving. $40. 843-715-6676.
Oct. 18-19
The Aimee Nolte Quartet featuring Nicki Parrott, Justin Varnes & Taylor Roberts:
7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
$10. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
$20. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
Oct. 14, 21, 28; Nov. 4, 11
Oct. 20
The Martin Lesch Band “A Journey Through Jazz”: 7:30 p.m.
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
Oct. 15, 22, 29; Nov. 5, 12
The Jazz Corner Ensemble—Fat Tuesday—A Celebration of New Orleans & Beyond: 7:30 p.m.
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
$7. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
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$7. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
Deas Guyz—Jazz, Blues, R&B, Motown:
$7. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com. “Barbershop USA—A Sentimental Trip Across Our Great Country”:
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
“The Humans”:
Classical Music Concert—violinist Iris Shepard, pianist Chee-Hang See:
$20. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
Oct. 12 & Oct. 14
7:30 p.m.
Oct. 17-27
Oct. 12 & Oct. 13
Saturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday 4 p.m.
Bobby Ryder Swings the Great American Songbook—Music of the Rat Pack Era:
Jazz Meets Classical: 1 p.m.
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
Wagner’s Night of the Valkyries. Featuring the Justin Varnes Trio with the Atlantic Symphonic Jazztet. $100. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
Oct. 20 & Oct. 21
Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Opening Night: Sunday 5 p.m. Monday 8 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church 540 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
Conductor Morris Russell opens the 38th season with Richard Strauss’ epic tone poem and Prokofive’s music. $30-$60. 843-842-2055 or hhso.org.
Nov. 5 through Nov. 30 Murray Sease Exhibit:
Monday–Saturday Art League Gallery 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 14 Shelter Cove Lane Sunday Hilton Head noon-4 p.m. The Art League of Hilton Head will showcase the artwork of local artist Murray Sease and 180 other works by local artists. Additional viewings 90 minutes before any Arts Center performance. Free. 843-681-5060 or artleaguehhi.org.
GALLERY WALKS
Nov. 5
“The True Story of the Three Little Pigs”: 10-10:50 a.m. 11:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
Arts Center of Coastal Carolina 14 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head
There are three sides to every story: theirs, his and the truth. The Children’s Theatre of Charlotte presents the fairy tale we all know and love. $7. 843-842-2787 or artshhi.com. IRIS SHEPARD
GULLAH NIGHTS
Nov. 6
Murray Sease Artist Reception: 5-7 p.m.
Oct. 23, Nov. 6
Earl Williams: Legendary bluesman honors classic blues and jazz: 7:30 p.m.
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
Oct. 31
Jazz Fest with the Deas Guyz Orchestra: 7 p.m.
Sonesta Resort 130 Shipyard Drive Hilton Head
For an evening of soul, R&B & Motown. $40 general admission, $100 VIP. 843-480-9101. jazzforallages.com
$7. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
Nov. 1-2
Oct. 25-26
Vibraphonist Joe Doubleday’s Showtime Band: 7:30 p.m.
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
Jazz Vocalist Kate McGarry with the Christian Tamburr Quartet: The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Parkway Hilton Head
$20. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
McGarry was nominated for a Grammy. $25. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
Oct. 30
Nov. 2
Bob Masteller's Jazz for all Ages Jazz Fest: 7 p.m.
Sonesta Resort 130 Shipyard Drive Hilton Head
The Junior Jazz Foundation presents the centennial celebration of Nat King Cole featuring Grammynominated vocalists, a world-renowned trumpeter and a legendary arranger/vibraphonist. $40 general admission, $100 VIP.
The Art League of Hilton Head will host a benefit, party and reception for the gallery’s November featured artist Murray Sease. Free. 843-681-5060 or artleaguehhi.org.
Nov. 7
SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities 20th Anniversary Celebration Student Showcase: 5:30-7 p.m.
Arts Center of Coastal Carolina 14 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head
This art exhibit is hosted by the Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation. Cost TBD. 843-842-2787 or artshhi.com or scgsah.gov.
Nov. 8-9
Wycliffe Gordon’s Quartet: 7:30 p.m.
Nutcracker 5k: 8 a.m.
Art League Gallery 14 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head
starts at Java Burrito, 1000 William Hilton Pkwy.
Sponsor Hilton Head Dance Theatre invites participants to run, walk or dance in this benefit to begin the holiday season. $30. Hiltonheaddance.com
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
Wycliffe is a world-renowned trombonist, composer, arranger and conductor. $25. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
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Nov. 8- 10
Friday & Saturday 8 p.m. Sunday 2 p.m.
Things to Do & Learn
Nov. 15
The Capitol Steps: Arts Center of Coastal Carolina 14 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head
The Joshua Bowlus Quartet Swings Disney: 7:30 p.m.
The Jazz Corner The Village at Wexford 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. Hilton Head
The multi-award-winning comedy troupe satirizes politics with song and stand-up. $61. 843-8422787 or artshhi.com.
$20. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
Nov. 12-24
Nov. 15-17, 22-24
“Godspell”: Wed.-Sat. 7 p.m. Sundays 2 p.m.
“The Nutcracker”: HHPS Main Street Theatre 3000 Main St. Hilton Head
The Main Street Youth Theatre presents this musical of Jesus’ messages of love, tolerance and kindness. $19 adult, $12 student. 843-689-6246.
7:30 p.m. Sundays 2:30 p.m.
Seahawk Cultural Center 70 Wilborn Road Hilton Head
The Hilton Head Dance Theater invites the public to celebrate the holiday season with this classic. $30 for adults, $20 for seniors, $15 for children. 843842-3262 or hiltonheaddance.com.
Music of the Grateful Dead for Pedal Hilton Head: Coligny Theatre 1 North Forest Beach Drive Suite 1-5 Hilton Head
These two benefit concerts featuring local musicians will raise money for the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head. $20. Pedalhhi.org.
Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Heyward House Museum and Welcome Center 70 Boundary St.
The house museum offers guided tours of the five-room Carolina farmhouse built in 1841. Period artifacts and furnishings are displayed during the 45-60-minute tour. $10 adults, $5 children. 843757-6293 or heywardhouse.org.
Mondays
Historic Fort Tour: 10 a.m.
Fort Mitchel Hilton Head Plantation 65 Skull Creek Drive Hilton Head
Costumed characters and an expert tour guide demonstrate the vital importance the fort and its namesake, Gen. Mitchel, played in shaping the island’s history during the Civil War. $15 adult, $10 child. Heritagelib.org/tours.
Nov. 15 & Nov. 16
Friday 8 p.m. Saturday 6 p.m.
Monday–Friday & Saturday
Heyward House Guided Tours:
Wednesdays
Bike Tours in a Historic District: 10 a.m. "COLD CONNECTIONS"
Rowing and Sailing Center 137 Squire Pope Road Hilton Head
Enjoy a 3-mile bike tour through some of the island’s most captivating historic sites. $15 adult, $10 child; $25 adult, $20 child if bikes provided. Heritagelib.org/tours. Hilton Head Haunted History Tours: 8:30 p.m.
Zion Cemetery (intersection of U.S. 278 and Mathews Drive) Hilton Head
After dark, in the eerie setting of the island’s oldest burial ground, listen to spine-tingling tales of Hilton Head’s shadowy past. $25 adult, $20 child. 843-949-0144 or Heritagelib.org/tours.
Thursdays
Costumed Tours at Zion Cemetery and Baynard Mausoleum: 10 a.m.
Zion Cemetery (intersection of U.S. 278 and Mathews Drive) Hilton Head
Visits the gravesites of four Revolutionary War heroes and explore the island’s oldest structure. $15 adult, $10 child. Heritagelib.org/tours. JOANN GRAHAM
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Sept. 20-Dec. 6
“Our Prince of Scribes” Exhibition: Artists’ Gallery 1 Town Center Court Hilton Head
Oct. 11
Poet Laureate Event:
The community is invited to kick-off this month-long celebration of arts and culture with live music and performances, refreshments, action painting, giveaways and "Crescendo Encore" poster signing by artist Amiri Farris.
8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Portraits of the 67 contributors to the Pat Conroy anthology with brief excerpts from their essays are on display. Free. 843-341-4600 or culturehhi.org.
South Carolina Poet Laureate Marjory Wentworth will be present at a reception and book signing, followed by a reading and talk. 843-256-8248
FREE. Ocotober 10; 5-7 p.m. at Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. Hosted by Ats & Cultural Council of Hilton Head Island.
Sept. 26 through Nov. 1
Oct. 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15
Monday– Saturday 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
2 p.m.
“Inspired Threads” Fiber Art Exhibit: Coastal Discovery Museum 70 Honey Horn Drive Hilton Head
The Art Quilters of the Lowcountry will present a colorful collection ranging from large to small and from realistic to abstract art. Free.
Oct. 3.
Inspired Threads” Opening Reception: 5-7 p.m. Free. 843-689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org.
5 p.m.
Marsh Tacky Horse Tour:
Oct. 16
“I Was Born to be in a Library—Pat Conroy as a Reader”: 2 p.m.
Oct. 10, 17, 24 Nov. 7, 14
Coastal Discovery Museum 70 Honey Horn Drive Hilton Head
Experts lead these hands-on workshops that explore the local environment, art and culture. $15 plus materials. 843-689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org.
Oct. 11, 25, Nov. 8
PHOTO BY BUTCH HIRSCH
MEET THE ARTIST
Artist Amiri Farris, who lives in Bluffton, painted “Crescendo Encore” to promote and celebrate the arts festival. It is a mixed media piece on canvas. Farris’ contemporary, dynamic, and powerful artwork combines vivid colors and layered textures to portray the vibrancy of music, literature, dance, theater and the visual arts.
Roots of Reconstruction Tour: 9:30 a.m.
Mitchelville Freedom Park 229 Beach City Road Hilton Head
Visit the site of the self-governing community of Mitchelville, established 1862, to learn about the Port Royal experiment and how freedom and reconstruction impacted the new citizens who lived there. $15 adult, $10 children. 843-689-6767. coastaldiscovery.org
Coastal Discovery Museum 70 Honey Horn Drive Hilton Head
Learn about the history of these adaptable horses brought to the Lowcountry in the 1500s. No horses will be ridden. $10 adults, $5 children. 843689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org.
Discovery Nights at the Museum: 5-7 p.m.
Bo-Art 19 Dunnagans Alley Hilton Head
Coastal Discovery Museum 70 Honey Horn Drive Hilton Head
Executive Director of the Pat Conroy Literary Center Jonathan Haupt will discuss the author’s lifelong love of reading and libraries. $7. 843-6896767 or coastaldiscovery.org. “Island Celebration Lanterns” Family Fun Workshop: 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Arts Center of Coastal Carolina 14 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head
This two-hour workshop provides the opportunity to create unique paper lanterns that celebrate life on the island. The illuminated lantern sculpture will participate in the lantern parade Nov. 9. $35. 843842-2787 or artshhi.com.
Oct. 11, 18, 25
Gallery Walks, “Inspired Threads”: 12:30-2 p.m.
Coastal Discovery Museum 70 Honey Horn Drive Hilton Head
Meet the Art Quilters of the Lowcountry and see their fabric art pieces. Free. 843-689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org. LANTERN PARADE
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October and November
Oct. 21
Times, dates and locations vary
7 p.m.
Lantern Making Workshops:
Visit the Hilton Head Office of Cultural Affairs at culturehhi.org.
Oct. 17
Coastal Discovery Museum 70 Honey Horn Drive Hilton Head
Learn about Eliza Lucas Pinckney, who in 1739 at the age of 17 experimented with indigo. Hear about how indigo dye was made and create your own tie-dye T-shirt at this workshop. $15. 843689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org.
The Island Writers’ Network hosts a gathering of writers to share works in progress. Free.
Halloween Open Mic Night: 6:30-8 p.m.
Mikki’s Café 70 Marshland Road Hilton Head
Coastal Discovery Museum 70 Honey Horn Drive Hilton Head
Oct. 22
10-11:30 a.m.
USCB Hilton Head campus Room 115 One Sand Shark Drive Hilton Head
The South Carolina Cultural Heritage Society will present authentic Gullah food, art and music at this benefit for preserving the culture. Cost TBD. 843-689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org.
The discovery of America as we know it transpired over at least 115 years; learn the facts behind the myths. $15 members, $20 non-members. Heritagelib.org.
Oct. 19, Nov. 9
Oct. 23
“Cold Connections” jewelry making workshop: 1-4 p.m.
12:30-2:30 p.m.
USCB Hilton Head campus Room 115 One Sand Shark Drive Hilton Head
This Heritage Library class is appropriate for all levels of genealogists. $15 members, $20 nonmembers. Heritagelib.org
Oct. 24-26
Oct. 19
Ghosts & Myths of Hilton Head Island:
4th Annual Gullah Food Festival: 11 a.m-5 p.m.
Genealogy Workshop—Where to Start:
Coastal Discovery Museum 70 Honey Horn Drive Hilton Head
Students will work with Joanne Graham to create their own earrings using tube, wire or rivets. All materials and tools provided. $95. 843-6896767 or coastaldiscovery.org.
Gullah Museum 12 Georgianna Drive Hilton Head (parking at Boys & Girls Club, 151 Gumtree Road)
Enjoy authentic shrimp and grits, oxtail, curry goat, jerk chicken and more dishes. Free to attend. 843-681-3254 or gullahmusuemhhi.org.
The Island School Council for the Arts Auction: 6-8 p.m.
7 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
Zion Cemetery (intersection of U.S. 278 and Mathews Drive) Hilton Head
Costumed characters from history let participants experience the chills of paranormal stories of the Lowcountry. $15 adult, $10 child. Heritagelib.org.
Karis Art Gallery The Village of Wexford
The Jazz Corner and Karis Art Gallery host a reception, auction and music to benefit ISCA. Free. isca-online.org.
Oct. 26-27
Savannah Speed Classic: 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Dress up as your favorite writer and read your own work. Free. General meeting: 7 p.m. Nov. 4 at Bayshore. Free.
Rediscovering the Discovery of America:
Gullah Night: 5-8 p.m.
Bayshore 421 Squire Pope Road Hilton Head
Oct. 31
Indigo Exploration: 5-7 p.m.
Oct. 25
Open Workshop:
The Westin Savannah Harbour Golf Resort & Spa 2 Resort Drive Savannah
As part of the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival, the Savannah Speed Classic offers a look at the inner workings of racing through series races, enduros and in-seat experiences. $25 and up. 843-785-7469 or hhiconcours.com.
Oct. 27
“The Samuel Project”—Film Festival Premiere: 7 p.m.
Coligny Theatre 1 North Forest Beach Dr. Suite 1-5 Hilton Head
The Lowcountry Jewish Festival presents this film about a grandson who meets his grandfather for the first time and learns he has a surprising past. $12. 843-689-2178. bethyam.org
Oct. 28 through Nov. 2
Art League of Hilton Head and Palmetto Animal League Collaboration: Times vary
Various locations on Hilton Head
They will host a benefit, party and reception for the week-long event that will includes adoption events, a pet costume parade and a gala fundraising event. Cost TBD. 843-681-5060 or artleaguehhi.org.
Oct. 29
Historic Markers & Sites on Hilton Head Island: 10-11:30 a.m.
USCB Hilton Head campus Room 115 One Sand Shark Drive Hilton Head
This Heritage Library class explores the island’s 22 significant historic sites in detail. $15 members, $20 non-members. Heritagelib.org.
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Nov. 6 & Nov. 7
Lantern Making Workshop: Wednesday 4-6 p.m. Thursday 5-7 p.m.
Chantelle Rytter will assist participants in making sea turtle lanterns. $40 per lantern. 843-6896767 or coastaldiscovery.org.
GARVIN-GARVEY HOUSE
Oct. 30
An Evening with “Our Prince of Scribes”: 6 p.m.
Coligny Theatre 1 North Forest Beach Dr. Suite 1-5 Hilton Head
Executive Director of the Pat Conroy Literary Center Jonathan Haupt will moderate a panel discussion at this Crescendo arts celebration and Pat Conroy Literary Festival special event. Writers David Lauderdale, Ellen Malphrus, Larry Rowland and Sallie Ann Robinson will share the stage. $15. Books will be available for purchase and signing. facebook.com/events/2360822400637101, 843-689-6767.
Oct. 31
Vintage Auto Film Exhibition: 6-10 p.m.
Arts Center of Coastal Carolina 14 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head
The Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival hosts racing legend Hurley Haywood, auto-centric films and classic car displays. $35. 843-842-2787 or artshhi.com.
Nov. 1
Paint Party with Amiri Farris: 10 a.m.-noon
Coastal Discovery Museum 70 Honey Horn Drive Hilton Head
All ages are welcomed at this painting workshop hosted by the artist. $45. 843-689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org. Flights & Fancy Aeroport Gala: 7-10 p.m.
Coastal Discovery Museum 70 Honey Horn Drive Hilton Head
Hilton Head Airport General Aviation 120 Beach City Road Hilton Head
This opening night fundraiser sponsored by the Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival features auction items, food and live music. $195-$295, $3,000 for table of 10. 843-785-7469 or hhiconcours.com.
Nov. 2
Nov. 8-10
Car Club Showcase: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Port Royal Golf Club Hilton Head
More than 150 cars will grace the fairways at the Port Royal Golf Club from car clubs throughout the country sponsored by the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival. $60. 843-785-7469 or hhiconcours.com.
Camellia Classic Sectional Bridge Tournament: All day
40 Folly Field Drive
The Hilton Head Island Bridge Club hosts this event. Juniors and ACBL members with less than five MPs play free. 843-342-7529.
Nov. 8
Autoweek’s Design among the Stars:
Lantern Parade Making Workshop and Official Kickoff to the Lantern Parade with La Bodega band:
6:30 p.m.
5-7 p.m.
Nov. 2
Harbour Town Clubhouse
This reception and party sponsored by the Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival to benefit the Driving Young America charitable fund features dinner with automobile design legends. $375. 843-7857469 or hhiconcours.com.
Fish Casual Coastal Seafood Coligny Plaza 1 North Forest Beach Dr. Hilton Head
$30. 843-342-3473 or gofishhhi.com. CharliFest at Coligny Plaza: Noon-5 p.m.
Coligny Theatre 1 North Forest Beach Dr. Suite 1-5 Hilton Head
Nov. 9
Hilton Head Island Lantern Parade: 6 p.m.
Alder Lane beach access Hilton Head
This special event celebrates the life, music, critters and love for the late Charli Bobinchuck. Money raised will go to the Charli’s Critters Fund at the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry. $10 includes food.
Participants should park at the Coligny Beach parking area where shuttles will take them to the beach access point. The parade will begin at 7 p.m. and march up to Coligny Beach Park. Lanterns will represent the island’s history, ecology, recreation and ourselves. Free. Culturrehhi.org.
“Access—Who Has It?”:
Nov. 13
9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Location TBD
The Mitchelville Preservation Project presents this anniversary forum that addresses contemporary politics, healthcare and education for the Gullah. 843-255-7301.
Nov. 3
Concours d’Elegance: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Port Royal Golf Club Hilton Head
“If These Walls Could Talk”: 2 p.m.
Coastal Discovery Museum 70 Honey Horn Drive Hilton Head
Dr. Kimberley Cavanaugh of the University of South Carolina Beaufort will discuss new information about the Barnwell tabby ruins on the island’s north end gleaned from excavations and archival research. $7. 843-689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org.
More than 200 cars and motorcycles compete for the title of Best of Show. $65. 843-785-7469 or hhiconcours.com.
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From 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., this festival highlights, honors, and celebrates the beautiful Latino culture that surrounds us in the Lowcountry through music, dance, and authentic food from Spanish-speaking countries.
OCT. 1 STATE OF THE REGION: Joe Riley, one of America’s longestserving mayors, will be the keynote speaker at the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce’s 24th annual State of the Region luncheon, which will also feature updates from local government officials. Cost is $55 for chamber members, $65 for future members. 11 a.m., Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa, 1 Hotel Circle, Hilton Head Island. hiltonheadblufftonchamber.org.
OCT. 1-2 SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS: “R.E.S.P.E.C.T: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin:” Celebrate Aretha Franklin at this fun outdoor event. Bring chairs, blankets and a picnic. Food trucks will be on site. Lawn seating is $25 per person. Reserved table seating is $50 per person with limited tables. 7:30 p.m., Oscar Frazier
Park, 77 Shults Road, Bluffton. 843-842-2055 or hhso.org.
OCT. 2 AUTHOR SERIES: “Memories of Hilton Head in the Early Days”: Discussion about the early days of Hilton Head Island with island pioneers Nelle and Ora Smith, who moved to the area in 1963. Cost is $7. 2 p.m., Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767, ext. 223 or coastaldiscovery.org. COCKTAILS & CONVERSATION: Join members of Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce at Nunzio’s Italian Restaurant + Bar. Sponsored by the Italian American Club of Hilton Head, 5:30 – 7 p.m. 18 New Orleans Rd. Hilton Head Island. Members $10/ non-members $20. For more information call 843-715-2172.
THE GREAT GATSBY AFFAIR: Moet Hennessy and Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival will serve a series of Gatsby-themed cocktails, plus heavy appetizers and desserts. Tickets are $150. 6:30-9 p.m., Harbour Town Yacht Club, 149 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island. hiltonheadwineandfood.com. EVOLUTION BIG BAND WITH BOBBI RYDER: This concert benefits Family Promise of Beaufort County. It’s also the first in the 2019 fall series. Free; a free-will offering will be collected. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., concert starts at 7 p.m. St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 31 Saint Gregory Drive, Bluffton.
OCT. 3, 10, 17 MUSIC AND TASTE ON THE HARBOUR: At this outdoor concert series, Shelter Cove Harbour restaurants will set up around the King Neptune
statue to offer specially-priced light appetizers, wine, beer and cocktails. Seating is limited; bring your own chairs. Free. 6-9 p.m., Shelter Cove Harbour, 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. sheltercovehiltonhead.com.
OCT. 4 “NATURAL HISTORY AND ARCHAEOLOGY OF BEER”: Rex Garniewicz will take you from ancient Mesopotamia, China and Egypt to the jungles of the Amazon for a look at some of the science behind how beer is made and to see how it has impacted civilization. $7. 2 p.m., Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767, ext. 223 or coastaldiscovery.org. WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL: Retired Gen. Wesley Clark will open for this year’s theme of “Deglobalization: Threats and Opportunities,” focusing on pros and cons October 2019 149
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OCT. 4-5 BEAUFORT SHRIMP FESTIVAL: The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce and the South Carolina Shrimper’s Association host this two-day festival that includes a celebration of local wild-caught shrimp, food and fun in the Lowcountry. Admission is free; food and drinks will be for sale. 6-10 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, 1001 Bay St., Beaufort. 843-525-8500 or beaufortchamber.org. DEANA MARTIN AT THE JAZZ CORNER: Celebrating her father, the “King of Cool” Dean Martin. $10. 7:30-11 p.m., The Jazz Corner, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
OCT. 5 HOUNDS ON THE HARBOUR: Many providers of dog-related services will be on site for this fun day with Fido. Hilton Head Humane Association will have dogs available
for adoption. Free. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Harbour Town, 149 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-1979 or seapines.com. NAMI LOWCOUNTRY WALK: Join the movement and walk for mental health awareness. The NAMIWalk is a 5K event that raises awareness and funds for local educational programs and support groups. Free to register; donations welcome. Registration is at 8:30 a.m., walk starts at 10 a.m. Coligny Beach, 1 North Forest Beach, Hilton Head Island. namiwalks.org. SOUTH BEACH MARINA OYSTER ROAST: Enjoy fresh oysters steamed to perfection over hand-dug fire pits plus other favorites, gorgeous waterfront views and live music. 4 p.m., The Salty Dog, 232 South Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-671-2233 or saltydog.com.
OCT. 6 PICNIC IN THE PARK: Savannah’s largest outdoor musical event presented by the Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra. Featuring a ton of live music and local vendors. Free. 3-9:15 p.m., Forsyth Park, 2 West Gaston St., Savannah. savannahphilharmonic.org. FIRE PREVENTION PANCAKE BREAKFAST: An annual event to celebrate fire prevention
OCT. 12-13 REGATTA WEEKEND: Since the 1970s, The Yacht Club of Hilton Head Island has held two sailing race events in Calibogue Sound. Spectators are welcome and volunteers will be in Harbour Town to explain the races. Free; Sea Pines gate pass required. Noon on Oct. 12; 10 a.m. Oct. 13. Harbour Town, Hilton Head Island. 704-500-6898.
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week, featuring pancakes, sausage, juice, milk, coffee and lots of opportunities for hands-on fire safety training. Free. 9 a.m.12:30 p.m., Fire Rescue Station, 4 Squire Pope Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-682-5141.
OCT. 7 FARM TO FABRIC: Indigo Harvest Workshop: In this workshop participants will harvest indigo, prepare the leaves for extraction and dye a cotton towel. Includes lunch and a presentation. $150. 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Bluffton. chidesignindigo.com.
OCT. 8 LADIES OF THE LOWCOUNTRY: A monthly networking event where businesswomen can mix and mingle and enjoy great conversation. Free. 5:307 p.m., Vineyard Bluffton, 108 Buckwalter Parkway, Suite 2G, Bluffton. “Like” the event on Facebook. CHAPPELLET WINE DINNER: Join sales representative Jacob Jata as he showcases the acclaimed wines of Chappellet Winery paired with a five-course meal prepared by Joshua Castillo of Charlie’s L’etoile Verte. $150. 6:30 p.m., Charlie’s L’etoile Verte, 8 New Orleans Road, Hilton Head Island. charliesgreenstar.com.
OCT. 9 “PLUFF MUD PIONEERS”: Author Richard Thomas will present little-known stories of Beaufort County events and the people who, in their time, set the course for the Lowcountry’s future. Reservations are required. $7. 2 p.m., Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767, ext. 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.
OCT. 9-20 SOUTH CAROLINA STATE FAIR: Enjoy 12 days of exhibits, rides, competitions, food and
entertainment. Admission is $10; ride vouchers are $25$35. Free for kids younger than 5 and for those with military ID. Save on admission and ride vouchers before Oct. 8. 1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia. 803-799-3387, geninfo@ scstatefair.org or scstatefair.org.
OCT. 10 CRESCENDO OPENING CELEBRATION: The community is invited to kick off the monthlong Crescendo celebration with live music and performances, refreshments, action painting, door prizes, ticket giveaways and “Crescendo Encore” poster signing by artist Amiri Farris. Free. 5-7 p.m., Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. “Like” the event on Facebook. USCB LUNCH WITH AUTHOR SERIES: Joshilyn Jackson, author of “Never Have I Ever,” will be the featured author at this monthly luncheon. $42. Noon1:30 p.m., Belfair Plantation, 2 Belfair Oaks Boulevard, Bluffton. 843-521-4145. HERITAGE ANIMAL HOSPITAL ANNIVERSARY PAW-TY: Celebrate the 16th anniversary Paw-ty with drinks, snacks and giveaways. Pets welcome. Free. 5:30-7 p.m., Heritage Animal Hospital, 130 Arrow Road, Suite 101, Hilton Head Island. 843842-8331 or heritagevethhi.com. SIP SHOP SPA: An evening of special treats, delicious bites and beverages, complimentary mini-services and giveaways. Free. 5-8 p.m., The Heavenly Spa, The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa, 2 Grasslawn Ave., Hilton Head Island. 843-6814000 or marriott.com/hhhwi.
OCT. 10-13 TYBEE ISLAND PIRATE FEST: Bring your family to the 15th annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest dressed in your finest pirate attire. Tickets are $12 for Oct. 11, $15 for Oct. 12 and $25 for a weekend pass. 1700 Strand October 2019 151
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FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS: The Island Rec Center is hosting a fun food truck event at its new facility. The event will feature food trucks and carts. Free. 3-7 p.m., The Island Rec Center, 20 Wilborn Road, Hilton Head Island. 843681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.
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The Lavon Stevens Band will take the stage to benefit Heroes of the Lowcountry at the nonprofit group’s annual dinner-dance gala Oct. 26. Attendees will enjoy a Lowcountry dinner prepared on site by local chef George Washington as well as dancing, a silent auction and a raffle. The gala will be held from 6-10 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Island, 151 Gumtree Road, Hilton Head Island. Heroes of the Lowcountry is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization founded in 2012 at Bluffton’s Campbell Chapel AME Church that awards scholarships to deserving students from Beaufort and Jasper counties who might not attend college without the help of a caring local organization. This year, it has awarded $26,000 in financial aid to 47 students. Recipients who maintain good standing in college receive an increased stipend each year until graduation; the organization also provides mentoring to recipients. Tickets to the fundraiser gala are available by calling Pat Dowey at 913-707-1078 or by going to www. heroesofthelowcountry.com.
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“PETER AND THE WOLF”: A unique musical program presented by the Lowcountry Chapter of the American Guild of Organists. Guest organist Nicole Marane will play all the characters featured in the story on the organ, along with a narrator and percussionist. Donations encouraged. Free. 7 p.m., All Saints Episcopal Church, 3001 Meeting St., Hilton Head Island. 843-681-8333.
OCT. 11-12 JEEP ISLAND 2019: Bring your Jeep, friends and an appetite for chili for this fun event, in conjunction with the Kiwanis Club Chili Cook-Off. Featuring football on the big screen, live entertainment and more. $30. 4-8 p.m., Friday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday. Honey Horn, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. jeepisland.org.
OCT. 12 FIX THE FERALS CUT-A-THON: A family-friendly event where participants receive haircuts in exchange for a donation to the Hilton Head Humane Association. Stick around for games, raffles and a silent auction, with all proceeds benefiting the feral cat program. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Tara’s Salon, 55 New Orleans Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-681-8686 or hhhumane.org. LUSTGARTEN WALK: Walk to support research; 100% of every dollar raised goes directly to pancreatic cancer research. $50 for adults, $15 for kids. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. lcrowley@lustgarten.org.
SOUTH BEACH MARINA LOBSTER BOIL: Whole Maine lobsters boiled to perfection and served with all the fixings, plus live music. 4 p.m., The Salty Dog, 232 South Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843671-2233 or saltydog.com.
OCT. 12-13 HUNTER MOOD FULL MOON CRUISE: Enjoy celestial snacks and lunar libations aboard The Salty Dog, a 63-foot catamaran with upper and lower decks, plus full bar and galley kitchen. 6-8 p.m., The Salty Dog, 232 South Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843671-2233 or cruise.saltydog.com.
OCT. 13 “LOW COUNTRY PALETTE”: An opening reception for artist Terry Brennan, whose exhibit will be on display from Oct. 6-Nov. 3. Free. Society of Bluffton Artists Gallery, 6 Church St., Bluffton. 843757-6586 or sobagallery.com.
OCT. 16 ZIN EXPERIENCE WITH ITALIAN FLAIR: Wine tasting event with hors d’oeuvres at The Shorehouse at the Omni Resort, featuring DJ Monty Jett. 5:30–7:30 p.m, Tickets $20/ person in advance at The Wine & Spirit Shop at Shelter Cove or $25 at the door. 23 Ocean Lane on Hilton Head Island. For more information call 843-785-2277.
OCT. 17 PALMETTO QUILT GUILD: Guest speaker Cathy Persson will cover the tools needed for free motion quilting and ruler work, the wide variety of rulers on the market and their uses, and ideas for designing quilt patterns for rulers. Free for members, $5 for guests. Noon-3 p.m., Palmetto Electric New River, 1 Cooperative Way, Hardeeville. palmettoquiltguild.org.
OCT. 18 PUMPKIN PATCH: Begin your Halloween celebrations with candy, carnival games and a Halloween
costume contest. For ages 3-12, but everyone is welcome. Free. Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. islandreccenter.org. RED APRON SIPS & SEAFOOD: An evening under the stars for Bluffton Self Help’s only annual fundraising event. Lowcountry dining, cocktails, a wine pull, and silent and live auction benefitting Bluffton neighbors in need. $150. 6 p.m., Heyward House, 70 Boundary Street, Bluffton. sipsandseafood.com.
OCT. 12 KIWANIS CLUB CHILI COOK-OFF: The 35th annual Kiwanis Club Chili Cook-Off features local teams of chili cooks facing off to raise money and to determine who makes the best chili. Also includes an exhibition of Jeeps, a kids’ zone area with face painting, activities and games. Tickets are $20 for adults; children younger than 12 get in free. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Honey Horn, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. hiltonheadkiwanis.org.
OCT. 18-20 DAUFUSKIE ISLAND VIBES AND TIDES: Daufuskie Island’s newest culinary event, offering the exclusive amenities of Haig Point with the perfect blend of food from around the country. Meet and taste the best from award-winning chefs, tastemakers, winemakers and more. Tickets start at $65. Times and locations vary. daufuskieislandvibesandtides.com.
OCT. 19 HABERSHAM HARVEST FESTIVAL: A Southern LivingInspired Event: Bring the whole family and spend your day browsing artisan vendors, enjoying great local food, activities for kids of all ages, live music, vintage rides, contests, face painting, hayrides, the Beaufort County Library Bookmobile, petting zoo and more. Free; select activities may have a fee. habershamharvestfest.com. SOUTH BEACH MARINA HUSH PUPPY FEST: Chef Herb and his crew create wild variations on the fried treat, plus live music. 4 p.m., The Salty Dog, 232 South Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-671-2233 or saltydog.com. OLD TOWN OYSTER 10K ROAD RACE & 5K FUN RUN: Run through Old Town Bluffton in a fast-paced 10K, or complete the 5K with the entire family. Both events will be professionally
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timed. Music, corn hole, coffee, cold beer, oyster shooters, gumbo, May River mimosas and more will be available. Registration is $25 for the 5K and $30 for the 10K. 8-10 a.m., Bluffton Oyster Factory Park, 63 Wharf St., Bluffton. 843-689-6767 or blufftonartsandseafoodfestival.com. OYSTER GHOST ROAST AND 5K: Join the Technical College of the Lowcountry for Halloween fun and a costume 5K race. Includes an oyster roast and barbecue. Tickets for the oyster roast are $30 for adults, $15 for children ages 13-17, and free for children younger than 12. Registration for the 5K is $60 for adults and $30 for ages 17 and younger. 5-10 p.m., Technical College of the Lowcountry, 921 Ribaut Road, Beaufort. tcl.edu.
VEGFEST RETURNS OCT. 19 TO CELEBRATE HEALTHY EATING To promote compassion for all living creatures and a healthy planet, the Palmetto Plant Eaters Club is hosting its fourth vegan festival from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 19 at Shelter Cove Community Park. VegFest will feature food and merchandise venders, music, giveaways, raffles and more. The event also will feature two guest speakers: Colleen Patrick-Goudrea’s compassionate living philosophy focuses on plant-based eating and how we regard animals. A thought leader on the culinary, social, ethical, and practical aspects of living compassionately and healthfully, she hosts a podcast and is the award-winning author of seven books. Rapper Grey is one of the hottest emerging artists at the intersection of activism, urban style and hip-hop. The Atlanta-based performer became a national sensation in 2016 after his “Vegan Thanksgiving” music video went viral. He has a music and clothing line, Plant Based Drippin, and is a lyricist, activist, and social entrepreneur. But the real attraction at VegFest is the awesome vegan food. Vendors will be offering delectable dishes for $3 to $5. Show up hungry and leave happy. For more information about this event, go to carlagoldenwellness.com/lcvf.
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FALL CRAFT AND BAKE SALE: Hundreds of unique handmade items and home-baked goods will be for sale. The event is sponsored by Hilton Head Plantation Crafters, with proceeds benefiting Hospice Care of the Lowcountry. Free. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 829 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-715-4656. FIELDS OF FAITH: Students and communities will gather on three different athletic fields for an evening of inspiration and faith. Student speakers will share testimonies, music, food and fellowship. Free. 6:30-8 p.m., Hilton Head Island High School, Beaufort High School and Wade Hampton High School football stadiums. southcoastalfca.org.
OCT. 20 “JAZZ MEETS CLASSICAL”: The Justin Varnes Trio and the Atlanta Symphonic Jazztet will present four of the greatest themes, reimagined. Featuring Wagner, Strauss, Ravel and Mendelssohn. $10. 1 p.m., The Jazz Corner, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
Oct. 21-23 “DRAMATIC SKIES OF THE LOWCOUNTRY:” The Art League of Hilton Head will host a threeday oil painting workshop by Peggy Ellis. $315 for members; $350 for non-members. Optional supplies kits are $100. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., The Art League Academy, 106 Cordillo Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-8425738, academy@artleaguehhi. org or artleaguehhi.org.
OCT. 22 FALL HISTORY CLASS: “Rediscovering the Discovery of America”: Learn the history of the Lowcountry from experienced Heritage Library volunteers. $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers. 10 a.m., University of South Carolina Beaufort’s Hilton Head Campus, Classroom 115, 1 Sand Shark Drive, Hilton Head Island. heritagelib.org.
OCT. 24 HALLOWEEN AT COLIGNY: Celebrate Halloween at Coligny with trick-or-treating at 60 shops and a costume contest hosted by DJ Crush. Free. 4-7 p.m., Coligny Plaza, 1 North Forest Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-8426050 or colignyplaza.com. BJVIM BOURBON AND BUBBLY: Bluffton-Jasper County Volunteers in Medicine will host its major fundraiser, a Lowcountry dinner party. Featuring a magical evening of bourbon and champagnes, a silent auction, dinner by the marsh and musical entertainment by Bob Masteller and his New Orleans Quintet. $150 per person or $1,000 for a table of eight. 6-9:30 p.m., River Club in Oldfield Plantation, 10 Oldfield Way, Bluffton. 843-706-7090, ext. 110.
OCT. 24-26 SAVANNAH PRIDE CELEBRATION: Savannah Pride’s 20th anniversary celebration will feature the MasQueerade Ball, a parade, an LGBTQ
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speaker series, the beloved Pawrade fundraiser, the annual Downtown Takeover Pride Festival in Ellis Square, and other surprises. Free. All-access weekend tickets are $100. Times vary. savannahpride.com.
OCT. 24 –NOV. 3 CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE & MOTORING FESTIVAL: Hilton Head Island’s own Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival offers the best of the best in automotive exhibition, racing, dining, and luxury lifestyle. It’s more than just an event — it’s a multi-day world-class destination experience. hhiconcours.com.
OCT. 25-27 FALL FESTIVAL OF HOUSES AND GARDENS: Featuring tours of private, historic homes which are a part of the Beaufort National Historic Landmark District. Sponsored by the Historic Beaufort Foundation, proceeds from the event go toward the preservation and protection of Beaufort-area points of historical, architectural 156 hiltonheadmonthly.com
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OCT. 26 CHURCH OF THE PALMS FALL FESTIVAL: A silent auction featuring over 100 items, with all proceeds going toward the church’s primary missions. Featuring items like golf packages, gift certificates, a vacation package and more. Free. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Church of the Palms UMC, 1425 Okatie Highway, Okatie. 803-553-5295. ITALIAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL: The 10th annual Italian Heritage Festival celebrates Italian culture with food, live entertainment, grape stomping and pizza-eating contests. $6. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Honey Horn, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. iachh.org. WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S: This 2-mile walk raises money for the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. The walk begins at the park in front of Captain Woody’s restaurant in Old Town Bluffton. All money raised goes to the care,
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HALLOWEEN WAGON RIDE: Show off your Halloween costume at the Sea Pines Forest Preserve and hunt for clues that lead you to the pumpkin patch. Reservations required. $16 for adults and $13 for children ages 12 and younger. 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., Heritage Farm, 185 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843842-1979 or seapines.com. SOUTH BEACH MARINA HAUNTED BBQ: Ghoulish delights for ghosts and goblins of all ages. Get spooky with live music, plenty of candy and a fun costume contest for kids at dusk. 4 p.m., The Salty Dog, 232 South Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-671-2233 or saltydog.com. MUSIC ON MALPHRUS: Americana singer and songwriter Josh Joffen will perform at Music on Malphrus, an acoustic listening room. $20. Doors open at 6 p.m., show is at 7 p.m., The Unitarian
Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry, 110 Malphrus Road, Bluffton. 843-8373330 or uulowcountry.org. OKTOPRFEST: Great food, classic cars, craft booths, live entertainment and a kid zone. No pets. Free. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Old Village, Port Royal. oldvillageportroyal.com.
OCT. 27 HALLOWEEN ON THE HARBOUR: Celebrate Halloween at The Sea Pines Resort with activities, cookies and trick-ortreating around Harbour Town. Costumes are encouraged. Free. Harbour Town, 149 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island. 843842-1979 or seapines.com. HILTON HEAD HUMANE ASSOCIATION HALLOWEEN PARTY: An exciting Halloween celebration for kids, adults and dogs. There will be prizes, giveaways, games and music. Noon-2 p.m., Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-681-8686 or hhhumane.org. POLO FOR HEROES: An exciting polo match with all proceeds benefiting military veterans, firefighters and law enforcement
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support and research efforts of the nonprofit Alzheimer’s Association. Registration is at 10 a.m., opening ceremony is at 10:45 a.m. and the walk begins at 11 a.m. Refreshments are provided. Free, donations encouraged. ccorley@alz.org, 843-614-6608 or act.alz.org.
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OCT. 31 TRUNK-O-WEEN: Members of the Carolina Dreamers Car Club will line Towne Centre Drive with their trunks open and full of candy. Costumed children can trickor-treat from trunk to trunk and store to store. Free. 5-7 p.m., Shelter Cove Towne Centre, 40 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. sheltercove.com.
“HISTORIC MARKERS & SITES ON HILTON HEAD ISLAND”: Learn the history of the Lowcountry from experienced Heritage Library volunteers. $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers. 10 a.m., University of South Carolina Beaufort’s Hilton Head Campus, Classroom 115, 1 Sand Shark Drive, Hilton Head Island. heritagelib.org.
SAVE THE DATE NOV. 1-2 ROBERTO COIN TRUNK SHOW AT FORSYTHE JEWELERS: Explore the new fall collections from Roberto Coin, including
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Venetian Princess, Princess Flower, Byzantine Barocco and Tiny Treasures. Enjoy a complimentary gift with your Roberto Coin purchase. Light refreshments will be served. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 1 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 2, Forsythe Jewelers, 71 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-671-7070 or andrea@forsythejewelers.biz.
NOV. 2 CHARLIFEST AT COLIGNY: A celebration of life, music, critters and love for Charli Bobinchuck. Funds raised go to the Charli’s Critter Fund at Community Foundation of the Lowcountry. Featuring live musical acts like Groove Town Assault, Cranford Hollow, Zach Stevens Trio and more. $10. Noon-5 p.m., Coligny Plaza, between FISH and Skillets Parking Lot, 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head Island. colignyplaza.com.
NOV. 15-17 PEDAL HILTON HEAD ISLAND: A premier cycling event in celebration of the island’s music, culture and two-wheeled lifestyle, with funds benefitting the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Island. Featuring concerts with Music of the Grateful Dead on Friday and Saturday nights, a Saturday culture and history 20-mile warm-up ride and the main ride on Sunday. All ages and levels welcome. $65 before Nov. 15, $75 afterward. Times and routes vary. pedalhhi.org.
ONGOING MICHIGAN FOOTBALL ON SATURDAYS: Come cheer on the Michigan Wolverines with the local University of Michigan alumni club. Wear your maize and blue. Kickoff at noon unless otherwise indicated, check the schedule online. Mellow Mushroom at Park
Plaza, 33 Office Park Road, Hilton Head Island. alumni.umich.edu. WEDNESDAY TASTINGS AT LE COOKERY: Stop in for Wednesday Tastings, where you can sample the chef’s choice and see a demo of the gadget of the week. Free. 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays, Le Cookery, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-7857171 or lecookeryusa.com. DAUFUSKIE ISLAND HISTORY AND ARTISANS TOUR: This 4.5-hour Daufuskie Island trip by Outside Hilton Head provides a glimpse into a fascinating chapter of Lowcountry history on the undeveloped side of the island. Tour includes boat cruise from Hilton Head Island, U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captain and interpretive naturalist/historian guide, golf cart, light snack, and refreshment. $85. 800-6866996 or outsidehiltonhead.com. 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. 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. 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,
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››Calendar Hilton Head Island. 843-8425738 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 45 minutes to an hour and are offered as visitors arrive unless previously
scheduled. $10; reservations required 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.
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 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. 800-6866996 or outsidehiltonhead.com.
SALTY DOG HAPPY HOUR CRUISE: An early happy hour cruise option. The full bar and gallery onboard will be open during this 90-minute 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. 855-2935838 or palmettodunes.com.
Oct. 17-20 & 24-27
LEAN ENSEMBLE THEATER LAUNCHES NEW SEASON
Lean Ensemble Theater launches its boldest season yet with Stephen Karam’s awardwinning “The Humans.” This 2016 Tony Award and Drama Desk Winner for Best Play is an intimate look at Thanksgiving dinner with a modern American family — a glimpse that is searingly funny and painfully troubled. Brigid and Richard have moved into a shabby two-floor apartment in New York’s Chinatown just in time to cook up Thanksgiving dinner for Brigid’s Scranton relatives. As her mother, father, sister and grandma pass the turkey, food becomes fuel for laughs and arguments. Among the side dishes are fears, real and imagined. Directed by Lean Ensemble’s Peggy Trecker White, the play features Jerry Durkin, Taylor Harvey, Sheila Kadra and ensemble members Amanda Sox, Blake White and Mimi Wyche. Talkbacks moderated by Jenn McEwen, Hilton Head’s culture and arts network director, follow each performance. Performances are 7:30 p.m. October 17-19 and 24-26, with matinees at 2 p.m. Oct. 20 and 27, at Hilton Head Preparatory School’s Main Street Theatre, 3000 Main Street, Hilton Head Island. Tickets $40 and $15 for students and active-duty military. Group rates are available. For more information, call 843-715-6676 or go to leanensemble.org.
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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. 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. 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. 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. 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 Road, Hilton Head Island. islandwritersnetworkhhi.org.
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HEALTHY HABIT OPENS NEW LOCATION
Fast-casual restaurant Healthy Habit has opened a new location on the south end of Hilton Head Island. The redesigned and rebranded restaurant is located at Park Plaza and offers a variety of healthy options made from fresh ingredients, like salads, wraps and superfood bowls. Healthy Habit plans to franchise and offer more locations in the future.
FREE CUPCAKES AT THE COTTAGE
The Cottage Café, Bakery and Tea Room is turning 10 years old and is celebrating with a birthday party on Oct. 15 to bring together community leaders and foodies throughout the Lowcountry. The birthday bash includes complimentary champagne, celebratory fun and free gourmet cupcakes for all. For more information, go to thecottagebluffton.com. 163 hiltonheadmonthly.com
WASABI OPENS IN BLUFFTON
New Japanese restaurant and sushi bar Wasabi has opened in Bluffton’s Buckwalter Place near Subway. Owner and chef LingXian Chen operated a restaurant in Bridge Center near the bridges to Hilton Head Island for three years, starting in 2013. The restaurant focuses on sushi, sashimi, bento boxes, hibachi options, and Japanese curry. Wasabi is open every day for lunch and dinner.
REC CENTER HOSTS FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS
The Island Rec Center will offer Food Truck Friday Oct. 11 and Nov. 1 from 3–7 p.m. The event will feature six local food trucks set up in the parking lot of the newly remodeled Rec Center. For details, go to islandreccenter.org.
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NEW ITALIAN RESTAURANT BRICCO OPENS IN BLUFFTON
A new Italian eatery named Bricco has opened in the former location of Downtown Deli, 27 Mellinchamp Drive in Bluffton. Owners Nino and Pam Catuogno had an Italian restaurant in New York and recently relocated to the Lowcountry.
SPROUTZ OF THE LOWCOUNTRY NOW AT FARMERS MARKETS
Sproutz of the LowCountry is a new Hilton Head Island-based business that cultivates and sells microgreens, popular for their delicate textures, distinctive flavors and health benefits. In general, microgreens also offer more nutrients than their mature counterparts. Sproutz co-owners Neal Bitner and Eddie Borzacchini sell at the Bluffton and Port Royal farmers markets, and are working on providing microgreens to local restaurants.
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Chef Matthew Raiford is one of the chefs who will take part in Haig Point’s Vibes and Tides culinary festival on Daufuskie Island.
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he flavors of Daufuskie Island will be on full display in October during a celebration of Gullah cuisine and culture. Vibes & Tides, to be held Oct. 18-20 and sponsored by Haig Point, will benefit the Haig Point Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on preserving the island’s green spaces, encouraging community enhancements, and promoting Daufuskie’s historical significance. And the small island sure has a history. Daufuskie — located off the coasts of Hilton Head Island and Savannah and accessible only by boat — was once home to antebellum mansions, cared for by enslaved people from West Africa. After the Civil War, many members of the Gullah community made their homes on Daufuskie, and their language, culture and traditions thrived thanks in part to the island’s isolation. Daufuskie’s Gullah heritage has led to its inclusion in the Gullah-Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor, which spans from coastal North Carolina to Florida. That culture will be on display during Vibes & Tides, which kicks off Oct. 18 with a welcome reception featuring specialty cocktails and “seacuterie” prepared by the Haig Point culinary team. Afterward, enjoy “Beach Vibes” with live music, wine and beer tastings and Southern dishes by chefs like Andrew Carmines of Hudson’s Seafood House On the Docks, Clayton Rollison of Lucky Rooster Kitchen + Bar, Orchid Paulmeier of One Hot Mama’s, Tim Nelson of the Whiskey Room and CharBar, Taylor Griffin and Ian Gordon of Haig Point, and Brandon Carter of FARM Bluffton. Daufuskie native and cookbook author Sallie Ann Robinson and Gullah/Geechee chefs Roosevelt Brownlee, Benjamin Dennis and Matthew Raiford will be the stars of Oct. 19’s fivecourse “Heaven Blue Dinner,” as well as Grammy Award- and Tony Award-winning opera singer Alexander Smalls and Mashama Bailey, executive chef and partner at The Grey in Savannah. Other events that day include horseback riding on the beach, an ecology boat tour of the May River, and an indigo dyeing lesson — indigo was an important cash crop in the Lowcountry centuries ago. The event culminates Oct. 20 with “Brunch Before the Boat,” served on the tabby lawn, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Hilton Head – North End
Overlooking Shelter Cove marina and Broad Creek, ELA’S offers the island’s best water views. Reservations recommended.
CocoNutz Sportz Bar Ga
40 Folly Field Road HHI Beach & Tennis Resort 843.842.0043
Fishcamp on Broad Creek nGa
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.
Fishcamp’s menu consists of seafood and American cuisine, including steak and lobster. They have an outdoor bar and open patio. Family friendly.
11 Simmons Road (Adjacent to Broad Creek Marina) 843.842.2267 | fishcamphhi.com
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.
Gator’z Pizza G
40 Folly Field Road HHI Beach & Tennis Resort 843.842.0043
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.
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.
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.
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AQuick service style restaurant with a focus on chopped salads and other plant based items utilizing the freshest ingredients possible with hand crafted dressings.
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
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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.
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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
76 Queens Folly Rd. (Palmetto Dunes) 843.785.4999 | alexandersrestaurant.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.
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
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.
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Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar G
33 Office Park Road Suite 227 843.686.5600 | healthyhabithhi.com
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Il Carpaccio nG
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. n LUNCH G DINNER
40 Folly Field Rd. (Mid-island) 843.842.0043 | hhibeachandtennis.com
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.
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.”
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››Dining | Favorites San Miguel’s nG
Carolina Crab Company nG
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.
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.
9 Harbourside Ln. (Shelter Cove Harbour) 843.842.4555 | sanmiguels.com
86 Helmsman Way 843.842.2016 | carolinacrabco.com
Santa Fe Cafe nG
807 William Hilton Parkway (Plantation Center by Palmetto Dunes) 843.785.3838 | santafecafeofhiltonhead.com
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
1000 William Hilton Parkway, B-6 843.715.3565 | cowboybraziliansteakhouse.com 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.
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
Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse G
Crane’s Tavern Steakhouse & Seafood G
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.
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.
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.
Delisheeyo n G
32 Palmetto Bay Road 843.785.3633 | delisheeeyo.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.
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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.
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Charlie’s L’Etoile Verte G 8 New Orleans Road 843.785.9277 | charliesgreenstar.com 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Frosty Frog Cafe & Pizza nGa Coligny Plaza 843.686.FROG | frostyfrog.com
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.
Gusto Ristorante G 890 William Hilton Parkway (Fresh Market Plaza) GustoHiltonHead.com 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.
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
37 New Orleans Rd. (Orleans Plaza) 843.785.9800 | hinokihhi.com
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.
It’s Greek To Me nGa
11 Lagoon Rd. 843.842.4033 | itsgreektomehhi.com 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.
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.
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.
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Phillys Cafe & Deli n 55 New Orleans Rd. 843.785.9966 | phillyscafe.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 of the country's Top 50 Italian Restaurants. Dinner is served Monday - Saturday. Reservations suggested.
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.
MidiCi Italian Kitchen nGa
8 Archer Rd. (a half mile from Sea Pines Circle) 843-686-3388 | redfishofhiltonhead.com
37 New Orleans Rd. (Orleans Plaza) 843.785.6272 | michael-anthonys.com
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.
Red Fish nG
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.
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-squarefoot restaurant equipped with a large bar area and two outdoor seating areas.
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Reilley’s Grill & Bar nGa
9 Park Lane 843.686.2920 | nickssteakandseafood.com
7D Greenwood Dr. (Reilley’s Plaza) 843.842.4414 | reilleyshiltonhead.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.
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).
Palmetto Bay Sun Rise Café gn Palmetto Bay Marina 843.686.3232 | palmettobaysunrisecafe.com 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. 172 hiltonheadmonthly.com
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.
2 Regency Pkwy. & Hwy. 278 843.341.3347
Stack’s Pancakes & More g n G
Truffles nG Sea Pines Center 843.671.6136 | trufflescafe.com
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.
Fresh local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups, sandwiches, and garden salads. Specialties include glazed grouper, mango salmon, crab cakes, chipotle chicken, meatloaf and fried shrimp. Daily from 11am.
Stellini G
Twisted Cork n G
15 Executive Park Rd. (near Sea Pines Circle) 843.785.7006 | stellinihhi.com
11 Palmetto Bay Road, #102 (next to Staples) 843.802.0510
Rockfish Seafood & Steaks at Bomboras
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.
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.
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.
The Studio G
20 Executive Park Road 843.785.6000 | studiodining.com
Vine G Coligny Plaza Shopping Center 1 N Forest Beach Drive 843.686.3900
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.
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.
Ga 5 Lagoon Road 843.689.2662 | rockfishhhi.com
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BLUFFTON Amigos, Bluffton nG 133 Belfair Town Village 843.815.8226
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.
British Open Pub nGa
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.
Calhoun Street Tavern nGa
9 Promenade St. 843.757.4334 | calhounstreettavern.co 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.
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.
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Cinco Mexican Grill nG
102 Buckwalter Parkway, Suite 3D
(Berkeley Place)
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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.
Corner Perk gn 843.816.5674 | cornerperk.com 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.
Delectable Desserts by Russ g }
4376 Bluffton Parkway, Suite 202 843.422.9702
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.
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 and choose your entrees with sides each week. Also, check out their Gourmet Grab and Go store with fresh made salads, meals, smoothies and more.
Grind Coffee Roasters
1 Sherington Drive, Suite J 843.368.3348 | grindroasters.com Grab a cup of Grind’s specialty coffee made with beans from Columbia, Brazil, Guatemala, Honduras, Kenya and more. Other options include infused coffee barrelaged in bourbon and whiskey barrels, and coffee infused with essential oils. Come inside or take advantage of the drive-thru.
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 home-made cream cheeses, pastries & breakfast sandwiches. For lunch: specialty hoagies, classic sandwiches & 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.
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. October 2019 175
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››Last Call
Marc Frey – media entrepreneur mfrey@freymedia.com
Who owns your face?
N THE PROMISE OF PERSONAL FREEDOM IS A FUNDAMENTAL VALUE EMBEDDED IN THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION. UNLESS WE ARE GUARANTEED PERSONAL DATA SOVEREIGNTY, IT WILL BE LOST FOREVER.
ot that long ago the answer was obvious. But today, with the advent of face recognition technology coupled with artificial intelligence, it’s not that clear anymore. Cameras can recognize our face, match it to an existing database, and then match all the personal data that has been collected about us (a lot more than we dare to admit). In the past we typically would only have given the Department of Motor Vehicles the permission to take a picture of our face in order to issue a driver’s license. But now any number of corporations will do the same without our permission in order to benefit from the data. Welcome to “Surveillance Capitalism”! We are about to pass the threshold where machines control us versus us controlling machines. Instead of consumers with free choices, we will become mere data sets that have a predictable life-time value that can and will be squeezed for all it can give. The only difference between Orwell’s “1984” vision and today’s reality is that instead of the state controlling all its citizens, it is a handful of companies that do it, and we don’t have to work underground in dark mines, we can happily sit on our couches, play video games and have fast food delivered to us. We may seem worse off in Orwell’s vision but in both versions we have given up our privacy, our dignity and ultimately
the ability to make meaningful personal decisions. Unless the law protects us and declares that it us up to us to decide if we want to keep our own personal data sovereignty, we might not be able to be an individual, be ourselves in the traditional sense any longer. The situation is alarming enough that Brad Smith, President of Microsoft is calling for federal regulations: “Facial recognition will require the public and private sectors alike to step up—and to act.” As data becomes more valuable than product, we are shifting from a product and service-based economy to an informationbased system. The resulting dilemma is that companies fail to consider the privacy rights of consumers and monitor them constantly through automated systems. This is a challenge for which our society is ill prepared, in part because of the speed by which technological advancements are happening and because we have proven that we are willing to give up our privacy for more convenience. An ad-free Facebook model could be had if its user were willing to pay a few $ per month for a subscription, in return blocking access to our personal data. Giving up our face to Facebook is merely another step in the wrong direction, but one that at least symbolically seems more personal than the other blunders that we have already committed.
A WORD OF EXPLANATION ABOUT AI: THERE IS ACTUALLY NO SUCH THING AS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE. IT JUST SOUNDS MORE INTERESTING THAN IF WE WOULD REFER TO IT AS “ADVANCED MACHINE LEARNING CAPABILITIES”. COMPUTERS CAN PROCESS VAST QUANTITIES OF DATA ALMOST INSTANTLY AND THE COST OF DATA STORAGE HAS BECOME NEGLIGIBLE. THIS GIVES MACHINES THE ABILITY TO RECOGNIZE, IDENTIFY AND MATCH SIMILAR DATA SETS, WHICH MAKE THEM APPEAR AS “SMART”.
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