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RBC HERITAGE

SET IT OFF Hilton Head Island again becomes the center of the golf universe as the world’s top players return

TITLE CONTENDERS

GRANDSTANDING

HELPING HANDS

Jason Day headlines a packed ﬁ eld of players vying to win the 2016 Heritage plaid jacket

The Heritage has a longstanding reputation for being a “see and be seen” grandstanding event

Army of volunteers ensure Heritage goes off without a hitch

SOLID FOUNDATION Group behind the Heritage celebrating its 30th anniversary

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AMATEUR HOUR Pro-ams let regular golfers play a round with the professionals

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FEATURES 24 36

22 n IMPROVEMENT NEEDED Hilton Head still has a long way to go when it comes to sustainability

24 n THE RIGHT NOTES Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra flourishes as others fade

36 n AN ‘AMERICAN IDOL’ Bluffton native Lee Jean’s true Hollywood story

44 n TESTING THE LIMITS Island man responsible for bringing “Monty Python” to America

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48 n GRAPE EXPECTATIONS New island resident behind popular line of skin care products

50 n A CUT ABOVE Celebrity hairstylist relocates to the Lowcountry, launches line of shears

112 n 30 YEARS OF GOLF Nearly from the start, Hilton Head’s golf reputation was stellar

116 n THE FIRST TEE

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Group offers positive youth development through golf

136 n CLOSE TO THE HEART Daughter’s condition prompts local family to sponsor Palmetto Heart Walk

140 n THE PERFECT HOUSE Local builder turns Lowcountry dream home into a reality

157 n REAL ESTATE NEWS

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The latest news and notes from the Lowcountry real estate scene

216 n MIDNIGHT STORIES Multitalented Nashville performer finds new lease on life in Lowcountry

223 n LET’S TALK TURMERIC Hop on the turmeric train. It’s hot, hot, hot — but not spicy

IN EVERY ISSUE 14 n AT THE HELM 16 n NEWS 20 n OPINION 22 n VIBE 32 n WHERE IN THE WORLD? 34 n PEOPLE 48 n ENTREPRENEURS 50 n BUSINESS 58 n ON THE MOVE 112 n GOLF 125 n FASHION 135 n HEALTH 138 n SPORTS 140 n HOME 156 n REAL ESTATE 192 n CALENDAR 214 n SOCIAL SPOTLIGHT 216 n MUSIC 220 n DINING 223 n WHAT’S COOKING 226 n RESTAURANT NEWS 240 n LAST CALL

TOP LAWYERS:

Meet the Lowcountry’s most respected legal minds

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5 steps to a perfect Heritage

eritage Week has been a Hilton Head Island tradition for 48 years. What I love most about the tournament are the many ways you can soak in the atmosphere. Some like to explore the course, following their favorite playLORI GOODRIDGE-CRIBB ers around. Others lori@hiltonheadmonthly.com choose to find a perfect spot in the grandstands and watch the entire field play through. Even if you have no interest in golf, there is still plenty to see and do with numerous party spots and exhibition tents all over the grounds. It is Hilton Head’s biggest and best party of the year. After finding the perfect outfit (comfortable yet stylish), I head out to Harbour Town Golf Links. Once there, I closely follow the five-step Heritage routine I’ve developed over the years: 1. Start with a bloody mary at the clubhouse. 2. Mosey on over to the Montessori stand for my first hot dog. Mustard only, of course (I’m from the Midwest). 3. Try not to get mustard on my comfortable-yet-stylish outfit as I walk to the Grey Goose Lounge for my first cocktail — a dirty martini, straight up. 4. Watch a bit of golf. Watch a ton of people. Poke my head into the many private tents I’ve been invited to (hint! hint!). 5. Head over to the Quarterdeck, order another drink and meet up with friends. For me, it is the perfect tradition. Much

of this issue is dedicated to the 2016 RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing and all of the wonderful things it brings to the Lowcountry. So what are you wearing to the big event this year? If you are still undecided, be sure to check out our 10-page Heritage fashion spread by photographer Mark Staff, styled by Roxanne Gilleland. Get the look to help you stand out in the gallery during the day and shine on the dance floor at night. Thanks so much to all of the retail stores that provided their best golf-friendly attire for the shoot and the wonderful staff at the beautiful Harbour Town Golf Links clubhouse for hosting us. If you’re going to Saturday night’s concert on the Heritage Lawn, be sure to check out our feature on Whitley Deputy and the B-Town Project, the band scheduled to perform at the popular event. In addition to the Heritage, this issue also has several stories on local golfers and the local golf scene, including a profile on The First Tee of the Lowcountry. My good friend Paul Caruso started working with the program a few years ago. Since then, I’ve heard nothing but amazing stories about his “kids” and what the organization is doing to help them. I love the group’s mission statement: “To impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf.” Lastly, I can’t let this issue go to print without expressing my sorrow for the family and friends of Lottie Woodward. A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts and minds; through us, they live on. Lottie will not be forgotten. M

ABOUT THE COVER: The Hilton Head Island cover features some of the faces that make up The First Tee of the Lowcountry. Front row, from left: George Apy, Ashlyn Brown, Jerome Hicks, Emily Brown, Caylen Green and Daniel Deneen. Back: Paul Caruso and Mike Davis. The Bluffton cover features Lowcountry musician Randy Joe Galloway. Both photos were taken by Lloyd Wainscott.

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DON'T BE FOOLED! A FEW PRANKS TO CONSIDER • Put a rubber band around the kitchen water hose • Replace Oreos' cream ﬁ lling with toothpaste • Put a balloon on the tailpipe of someone’s car • Caramel onions that look like caramel apples • Glue all the eggs into the carton • Fill someone’s hair dryer with baby powder • Attach an airhorn underneath a co-worker's seat

PALMETTO BAY MARINA SOLD,

CHANGES PLANNED

Big changes are coming to Hilton Head Island’s Palmetto Bay Marina. The marina, located at 86 Helmsman Way along Broad Creek, was recently sold to The Pelorus Group in a $10.5 million deal. The group owns Melrose on the Beach resort and golf course on Daufuskie Island. The group’s managing partner, J.T. Bramlette, said many improvements are planned for both the marina and Daufuskie Island. An expanded ferry service from the marina to Daufuskie and the reopening of Melrose Landing are part of the plans. It would be the third ferry service from Hilton Head Island to Daufuskie. Calibogue Cruises currently provides a ferry service out Point also also offers offers aa private private ferry ferry service service for for its its of Broad Creek Marina. Haig Point residents, located next to Palmetto Bay Marina.

FAMED LOWCOUNTRY AUTHOR PAT CONROY DIES AT 70 Pat Conroy, the beloved author of "The Great Santini," "The Lords of Discipline" and "The Prince of Tides," died on March 4 at his Beaufort home. Conroy announced in February that he had pancreatic cancer. He was 70. Conroy was a master storyteller, blending the raw material of his diffi cult family life with the landscape of coastal South Carolina. Conroy has said his stories were heavily influenced by his military brat upbringing, and in particular, diffi culties experienced with his own father, a U.S. Marine Corps pilot, who was physically and emotionally abusive toward his children. After graduating from The Citadel, Conroy taught English in Beaufort. He later accepted a job teaching children in a one-room schoolhouse on Daufuskie Island. He was inducted into the South Carolina Hall of Fame in 2009.

THE APRIL HIT LIST APRIL FOOLS' DAY (April 1) RBC HERITAGE (April 11-17) HILTON HEAD HARBOR WAHOO SHOOTOUT (April 20-23) PASSOVER BEGINS (April 22) HILTON HEAD ISLAND BOAT SHOW (April 22-24) PRIME OF LIFE SHOWCASE (April 26) THE ART MARKET (April 30-May 1)

Taste of Bluffton (April 9)

HEALTH INSURANCE COMPANY INTRODUCES VIDEO OFFICE VISITS BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and BlueChoice HealthPlan of South Carolina are offering South Carolinians a new option for care that complements traditional health care — Blue CareOnDemand. Available 24/7 on a computer, tablet or smartphone, Blue CareOnDemand uses video to securely connect members with a physician who will review their symptoms, ask and answer questions, make diagnoses and prescribe medications, if appropriate. The video visits are geared to handle consultations for common illnesses – such as cold and fl u symptoms or pink eye – when the doctor’s offi ce is closed or when minor acute illnesses make it diffi cult to leave home. The service is available to policy holders younger than 65 and to members of fully-insured groups. It will be made available as an option for self-insured groups in April. Members of employer-sponsored health plans should verify they are eligible for Blue CareOnDemand before setting up a profi le and initiating a visit. Members can register for the service at www.bluecareondemandsc.com.

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NEWS

SAVANNAH BANANAS: HOSTESS CITY GETS NEW BASEBALL TEAM

HILTON HEAD RANKED AMONG

WORLD’S FRIENDLIEST ISLANDS As part of Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards survey, readers were asked to evaluate islands around the world, ranking individual characteristics like romance, food — and even how friendly they are. Hilton Head Island got extremely high marks for its Southern hospitality, ranking No. 4 on the survey’s “World’s Friendliest Islands” list.The website stated, “This South Carolina island, about 30 miles from Savannah, Georgia, offers Southern hospitality at its finest — so it should come as no surprise that our readers praise it for friendliness. Golfers especially love it for the world-class courses, including the Harbour Town Golf Links and the Pete Dyedesigned Heron Point, both at Sea Pines Resort.” Michigan’s Mackinac Island was ranked No. 1, followed by Washington’s San Juan Islands and Bermuda. The rest of the top 10 included Anguilla, Mexico’s Isla Mujeres, Hawaii’s Lanai, Bahamas’ Eleuthera, British Columbia’s Vancouver Island and Greece’s Santorini.

SOUTH CAROLINA 2ND WORST STATE FOR WOMEN The personal-finance website WalletHub recently conducted an in-depth analysis of 2016’s Best & Worst States for Women. To identify the states, analysts compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 15 key metrics. South Carolina checked in at No. 50, just ahead of Louisiana. Rankings for the Palmetto State were Median Earnings for Females (37th), Unemployment Rate for Women (41st), Percentage of Women Living in Poverty (44th), Share of Women-Owned Businesses (22nd), High School Dropout Rate for Women (21st), Female Uninsured Rate (37th), Women’s Life Expectancy at Birth (42nd) and Women’s Preventive Health Care (32nd).

COLIGNY RANKED AMONG TOP EAST COAST BEACHES From Maine all the way down to Florida, America's eastern shores are home to a diverse collection of beautiful beaches perfect for summer vacation. USA Today formed what it called a panel of “beach experts” to select their favorite Atlantic and Gulf beaches, and Hilton Head Island’s Coligny Beach was one of the 20 beaches selected. USA Today's website stated: “Let’s start with one of the most unbelievable things about this beautiful public beach and park situated in the heart of downtown Hilton Head: free parking! Yes, really. Beyond this attractive feature, its charms are many. Roaring surf, broad stretches of sand, picnic tables, a playground and walk-to access to Hilton Head’s many drinking, dining and shopping establishments are just a handful of what awaits. Benches and swings make for divine pit stops as visitors enjoy the serenity and solace of the South Carolina coast.” USA Today asked its readers to vote for the best beach. Coligny finished ranked No. 9 on the list.

The new Coastal Plains League team in Savannah has officially announced its nickname. The Savannah Bananas will occupy Historic Grayson Stadium for at least the next three seasons. The name was chosen over four other finalists — Savannah Anchors, Savannah Party Animals, Savannah Ports and Savannah Seagulls. “We are tremendously excited to welcome a new era of baseball to Grayson Stadium by introducing the new Banana brand to the Savannah community,” team owner Jesse Cole said. “After nearly 1,000 suggestions, we felt that the name Bananas was one of the most unique names and unlike any other sports team name in the country. We feel Savannah is such a unique and special city, that the community deserves a unique brand that stands out.” The Coastal Plains League is made up of college players and features 16 teams playing in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. Opening night at Grayson Stadium is set for June 2.

HARBOURFEST ANNOUNCES CHANGES FOR 2016 More than 60,000 people attend HarbourFest, a free annual festival of music and fireworks at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina held during the summer months and now in its 28th year. Attendees enjoy musician Shannon Tanner’s nightly family-friendly performances followed by fireworks on select Tuesdays. Other family-friendly activities include Cappy the Clown, who will be in attendance Monday-Friday from 6-9 p.m., face painting, bounce houses, balloon animals, arts & crafts, practice putting and a variety of interactive games and activities. Tanner’s familyfriendly performances will be pushed back to 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. for all HarbourFest dates in 2016. Tuesday night fireworks will start at 9:30 p.m. sharp instead of at dusk.

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THE WORD ON THE STREET, ONLINE & IN PRINT BLACK HISTORY IS ISLAND’S HISTORY

Thank you for the fabulous February 2016 issue covering black history in the Lowcountry. The artwork by Sonja Griffi n Evans was so delightfully colorful and full of storytelling and the articles were written with precision and insight. Not only did I read the black history section word for word, I will save this issue for reference. Please publish more like this as it is important for every citizen of Hilton Head Island to know and embrace what a gem of a rich historic and contemporary culture we have in the Gullah community. It’s truly a twisted and fated miracle that the language and customs from the shores of Africa were isolated, protected, and have endured the test of time on Hilton Head Island. We must all do whatever we can to champion our blessings and preserve our Gullah roots. Black history is American history, and it is Hilton Head Island history. I look forward to reading more by Luana M. Graves Sellars and Dr. Gloria Holmes, PhD. — Carla Golden On Sea Turtle Marketplace being built: I have looked at the proposed plan for the new shopping area where the old Pineland Station was and I do not see any provisions to replace the duck pond. It was an oasis on our island where people could come and sit on a hot day, or any day and just enjoy the serenity of watching the ducks frolic. The businesses around the pond also benefi ted from it as people would buy drinks or coffee or other food items. Isn’t there anything that can be done to get the developers to include this in their plans? — Murray Weiner On how millennials are infl uencing traditional notions about the role of corporations: We must not accept a nation in which billionaires compete as to the size of their super yachts, while children in America go hungry and veterans sleep out on the streets. — R Tayloe Cook On a story we printed about the Lowcountry Coalition Against Human Traffi cking:Thank you Hilton Head Monthly for helping generate awareness and posting such stories via social media! — Lynette Rush EDITOR’S NOTE: The views and opinions expressed on this page are solely those of the original authors and do not necessarily represent those of Monthly magazine, the Monthly staff or any of its contributors.

FACEBOOK FEEDBACK WE POSTED: South Carolina has spoken: Trump vs. Clinton. Who should be our next president?

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MORE PRESIDENTIAL PICKS We asked our readers the following questions. Below are a few of the answers we received. 1). Who will be the Democratic nominee? 2). Who will be the Republican nominee? 3). Will there be an Independent running? 4). Who will be elected U.S. president in 2016? 1). Hillary Clinton 2). Donald Trump 3). No 4). Donald Trump — Barbara Barrett

1). Hillary Clinton 2). Ted Cruz 3). Yes 4). Hillary Clinton — Steven Cirafesi

1). Hillary Clinton 2). Donald J. Trump 3). No 4). Donald Trump — Barbara Cassara

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1). Bernie Sanders 2). Donald Trump 3). Yes 4). Donald Trump — The Salty Key

1). Hillary Clinton 2). John Kasich 3). No 4). Hillary Clinton — Murray Weiner

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ASSESSMENT SHOWS HILTON HEAD STILL HAS A LONG WAY TO GO WHEN IT COMES TO SUSTAINABILITY

Pictured from left are Mark Baker, Experience Green board member; Peter Kristian, chairman of the Sustainability Advisory Committee; and Ray Wenig, executive director of Experience Green.

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Hilton Head Island is known for its natural beauty and heralded as a pillar of environmental conservation. But as the recently completed Baseline Sustainability Assessment for the island shows, sometimes looks can be deceiving. BY ROBYN PASSANTE | PHOTO BY ROB KAUFMAN “The baseline study tells us that where we thought we were doing really well (with sustainability), we’re really down somewhere between a C- and a D,” says Ray Wenig, executive director of Experience Green, the nonprofit coordinating the town’s efforts to determine its current environmental

health and implement ways to strengthen the island’s sustainable future while decreasing its carbon footprint. The study is the first step toward addressing part of the Vision 2025 Report, which was produced by the Hilton Head Island Mayor’s Task Force for the Island’s Future. The report listed sustain-

ability as a key step toward achieving its overall vision, and the subsequently formed Sustainability Advisory Committee of the Greater Island Council knew that a baseline was needed to pinpoint Hilton Head’s current strengths and weaknesses. “We take great pride in our tree canopy and our green

spaces and open spaces, but what we found out is that mature canopy doesn’t absorb as much carbon dioxide as we thought. It provides natural beauty, and that is the No. 1 thing people love about this area,” says Peter Kristian, chairman of the Sustainability Advisory Committee. “That said, we need to make sure we are careful of our water, and we need to do a better job of recycling.” Water usage and waste management were two of the biggest sore spots found in the assessment. In 2013, the average per capita water use was about 82,881 gallons per

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person per year including tourists, or 147,000 gallons per person per year with local residents only. “We consume a tremendous amount of water, way, way over what most normal communities consume. We like to be green. And what California won’t let you do, like irrigate your lawns, we do it on a regular basis down here to keep them green and pretty. Plus we have golf courses, and they have to keep them irrigated or no one will play them,” Wenig says. Though considerable efforts have been made by local golf courses to use reclaimed water for irrigation – the assessment points out that 39,341 gallons of reclaimed treated wastewater were used on golf courses and commercial properties for irrigation – there is more work to be done island-wide, Kristian says. “We need to do a better job, especially with a resource that is diminishing,” he says. Waste is another big issue for islanders. According to the U.S. EPA, the average community recycles 34.5% of its total waste stream, whereas Hilton Head Island is currently recycling just 5% of its waste stream. “The numbers aren’t good,” Wenig says. “Every time I go to the dump to recycle there’s a long line, and I think, ‘We must be doing good.’ Turns out we’re not good.” When it comes to carbon emissions, electricity is the island’s biggest contributor. According to the study, “Electricity use represents 61.5% of the carbon emissions generated on Hilton

Head Island. Residential electricity makes up 61.5% of total electricity use, with commercial electricity use at 38.5%. Hilton Head Island households are responsible for 7.36 metric tons (MT) of carbon emissions annually, 9% higher than the national average of 6.78 MT per household.” Wenig says the responsibility of reducing consumption and increasing sustainability rests with the community of residents here, but our large tourist base of visitors will make it tricky. “Tourists are good, that drives our economy. It is also somewhat bad because tourists come in and if they want to take long showers, if they want the water the run continuously, if they don’t feel like recycling – or aren’t given easy access to do so – so be it,” he says. “They’re our guests, we’ve invited them here and they’re paying good money to be here. But they have an ‘I’m on vacation’ mentality.” The sustainability task force will spend this month meeting with community groups and residents to distribute and explain the assessment and begin gathering ideas about what can be done. “Our first order of business is prioritizing what we can do to get real results,” Kristian says. “It’s going to take leadership. To open up that discussion, allow everyone to be heard and ideas to be aired, and then have some folks take a leadership position and say ‘OK, here’s what we need to do,’ and be a driving force behind getting that done.” M April 2016 23

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HITTING ALL THE

Right Notes HILTON HEAD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA FLOURISHES AS OTHERS FADE

Maestro John Morris Russell

With every passing season, the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra improves musically and financially, something that is not true with many orchestras. BY SALLY MAHAN PHOTO BY LLOYD WAINSCOTT

fact, over the past 20 years, more than a dozen U.S. symphony orchestras have declared bankruptcy, with fi ve major orchestras seeking court protection during the 2008 economic recession. “Even the most artistically accomplished orchestras in the United States relentlessly have trouble balancing their books,” according to economist Robert J. Flanagan, author of “The Perilous Life of Symphony Orchestras: Artistic Triumphs and Economic Challenges.” However, the 34-year-old nonprofit Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, which has an annual budget of $1.8 million, has been able to stay on solid fi nancial ground thanks to the long-range planning put together by its board of directors and president and CEO Mary Briggs. “There have been challenges due to the economy, but the board had a strategic plan that worked,” she said. “We pared expenses and kept our eye on where we wanted to go.” Briggs said the support of the community as a whole has been a driving factor in the symphony’s ability to succeed fi nancially.

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“Much of the HHSO’s success is due to our deeply engaged community” “In addition to ticket sales — which have increased — we get about $600,000 a year in contributions from individuals and local businesses,” she said. “They have been extremely generous.” Briggs added that the Town of Hilton Head has also been an active supporter of the symphony by providing accommodations tax funds, which are dollars generated from a tax on lodging. All of those dollars from contributions, ticket sales and a-tax are incredibly important to the fina cial health of the orchestra.

THE BAR KEEPS RISING

Despite the tough economy, the symphony has been able to continually bring high quality music to the Lowcountry. That’s largely due to the 2010 hiring of maestro John Morris Russell. He leads the orchestra in eight masterwork subscription concerts a year, and he continues to reveal his passion for classical and early romantic orchestral literature. Under his guidance, there has been a renewed educational focus on Hilton Head and in surrounding communities, and he has integrated the musical culture of Gullah and Lowcountry traditions into his presentations and programming. Russell said there are a number of factors that come into play when discussing the popularity of the symphony orchestra. “Much of the HHSO’s success is due to our deeply engaged community and their support of the highest quality musicmaking,” he said. “Our board, our patrons and our musicians have committed themselves to maintaining the kinds of artistic

initiatives to which people have responded in extraordinary ways.” Briggs also credits the community as a driving factor in the success of the orchestra because it has shown its values, not only in the music, but in a larger sense, the culture and civic pride a world-class orchestra engenders. “We have very loyal subscribers, many of whom came from big cities and want a great symphony orchestra,” she said.

INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION

In addition to its concerts, the symphony contributes in a variety of ways to the community at large. It hosts the HHSO Youth Orchestra Competition, Symphony Under the Stars, school outreach programs and much more. One of the most important international music events, the Hilton Head International Piano Competition, is hosted by the symphony. Twenty pianists representing nine countries performed in March, competing for $34,000 in cash prizes, a recording on the Steinway & Sons label, concert performances including a performance at Carnegie Hall, and a return engagement as soloist with the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra. New this year, the first three rounds of the competition were live-streamed on the competition website at www.hhipc.org. Fifty-nine countries tuned into the competition during the first three rounds. “The competition continues to grow,” said competition director

Mona Huff. “Each year we think we have reached a bar so high it cannot be topped. Yet each year, the level of performance gets higher. It was very gratifying to see that so many people in 59 countries around the world were watching.” Videos of the performances are now available on YouTube.

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The biggest challenge facing the orchestra is its venue, First Presbyterian Church. “We love the intimacy of the church and the fact that the audience surrounds the orchestra,” Briggs said, “but it is a church and it has other uses, so for us to rehearse puts a crunch on them and us.” There also are only about 900 seats at the church — all un-elevated — and about 200 of those are under the balcony, where there is no sight-line and the sound is less than ideal, Briggs said. Despite that issue, the orchestra’s concerts inevitably sell out. In fact, she said, the orchestra could likely fill 1,500 seats. Another problem is comfort. “The church has pews, and that’s not the most comfortable way to spend two hours,” Briggs said. The orchestra also expects to grow, and there currently is no other facility on the island that could feasibly be used for concerts. So the town formed an Arts and Cultural Strategic Planning Committee, which studied the wants and needs of dozens of local arts and cultural groups over the past year. The committee, led by Jane Joseph, said in a recent report that “it was discovered that our island has a diverse and sophis-

ticated arts, culture and history (AC&H) environment — a haven of creativity.” The report also studied the economic impact a new arts center would have on the community, which would be substantial. But how to pay for it? That’s where the community comes in. In November, there will be a question on the ballot to raise the sales tax 1 percent, with some of that money going toward a new arts center — the current Arts Center of Coastal Carolina only holds about 350 people — and for other local infrastructure needs throughout Beaufort County. Preliminary plans for the arts and conference center call for a roughly 3.5-acre campus with several exhibit halls and meeting rooms, a 1,500-seat concert hall and a 5,000-seat outdoor amphitheater. “There are so many ways this would enrich the community,” Briggs said. “We might be in a position to offer some free concerts; we could bring in young artists from all over the country; lots of different organizations could use the center and draw business conferences (to Hilton Head). “It could become a focal point for the arts, cultural opportunities and to build awareness of local history and the Gullah culture. It would be good not only for the orchestra, but for the community as a whole,” she continued. “We are simply blessed to be in a community that really does value the arts.” M For tickets and more information about the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, visit www.hhso.org. April 2016 25

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HHSO 2016 | HHSO.ORG MARY M. BRIGGS President & CEO

SPRING INTO

THE MUSIC Spring is ﬁnally here, and it is time for the popular Symphony Under the Stars gala concert.

or two evenings, April 5 and 6, the symphony will perform in a large tent under the stars at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. This year’s theme is the "Best of Broadway" – everyone’s favorites from the stage. Guest soloist Lisa Vroman will join the maestro and the orchestra to celebrate our favorite music. So bring your friends and a picnic dinner and come enjoy this festive concert. There is fun for all. Seating is available by table, single seating or outside lawn seating. Many guests decorate their tables in the theme of the concert, so pick your favorite and get in the spirit. Bring your own beverages or purchase on site. Also, don't miss guest conductor JoAnn Falletta and guitarist Celil Refik Kaya performing April 24 and 25. Falletta is internationally celebrated as a vibrant ambassador for music, an inspiring artistic leader, and a champion of American symphonic music. An effervescent and exuberant figure on the podium, she has been praised by The Washington Post and by The New York Times as “one of the finest conductors of her generation.” She serves as the music director of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and principal guest conductor of the Brevard Music Center. Falletta will conduct the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra in a concert that features several masterworks that will delight including Piazolla’s "Tangazo," Rodrigo’s "Concierto de Aranjuez" and Mozart’s Symphony No. 41. Young classical guitarist Refik Kaya will perform on guitar. We are honored to have a guest conductor of the quality and stature of Falletta.

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CELEBRATES WATERS OF HILTON HEAD BY DEAN ROWLAND PHOTOS BY THE ADFISH GROUP

W Water breathes. It breathes life into fish, it breathes enjoyment on the water for boaters, and it breathes life in the water for fishermen.

“It’s our premiere event for showcasing the water coming alive,” said Craig Freeman, who is facing his second year as executive director of the Hilton Head Boat Show, highlighting the Windmill Harbour community and its sparkling marina on the weekend of April 22-24. “It’s not just a

More than 2,000 people are expected to attend the 12th annual Hilton Head Boat Show at Windmill Harbour.

boat show, but really a celebration of water here in Hilton Head.” He expects more than 2,000 people to attend the 12th annual show, rain or shine. More than 60 boats of all sizes and capabilities presented by marine dealers and manufacturers will be on prominent display in the water around the 258-slip marina on the north end of Hilton Head Island. The weekend’s lineup also includes live music, an artisan and nautical village, food booths, outdoor equipment and service displays, Coast Guard and Sea Tow demonstrations, ﬁ shing and boating safety seminars, boat brokers and community realtors. For the ﬁ rst time, boating enthusiasts also can reserve an outing to cruise out of the busy 15-acre inland marina and into the adjacent Intercoastal Waterway for a private test drive. “An in-water boat show as opposed to an out-of-water boat show is so much better,”

said Jake McMillan, harbormaster since 2012. “You can take it out for a test drive.” Also for the ﬁ rst time, a designated brokerage section will be on board presenting outboard motor boats, sailboats and yachts for sale. Attendees will be able to get their feet wet experiencing one or more of the 40 kayaks and 20 paddleboards in the harbor during Paddle Fest, always a crowd favorite and sponsored by Outside Hilton Head, on Saturday and Sunday. “We’ll have a remarkable selection of what’s available in the industry,” said Mike Overton, founder and owner of Outside Hilton Head who has been associated with Windmill Harbour since the early 1990s. “It’s strictly for the consumer to come up and try out our products in a very safe and protected environment.” “We’ll be out there with our team of experts who probably have more knowledge under one tent than you’ll ﬁ nd any-

where,” said Overton, whose staff operates two retail locations at Shelter Cove and Palmetto Bluff. “It’s a great way to spend an afternoon learning about boats and paddle water sports.” Overton’s enthusiasm about the boat show and the hospitality extended by Windmill Harbour residents is unabashed. “This is one of the greatest venues for boat shows up and down the East Coast,” said Overton, who participates in many such events. “It’s a great location and such a gorgeous harbor. The folks who live here open up their doors and share their spot with us. … It’s one of the most beautiful marinas on the East Coast.” When Freeman ﬁ rst attended the boat show in 2011, after a hiatus during the recession, “there were just a few boats. It was just getting off the ground, and we’ve seen it build from that. Personally, it’s been a real pleasure to watch it grow.”

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“It’s all about community, community, community; the volunteers. … The dealers feel honored that the community opens up its doors to showcase our products,” Freeman said. “It really is our coming-out party for the spring.” Besides dealing with all the logistics of accommodating show boats arriving the Thursday before the show and sailing away the following Tuesday, and working with marina slip owners and renters with special requests, “it’s all about the public experience,” McMillan said. “I would say it’s a lively atmosphere,” the 33-year-old maritime veteran said. “It’s not just boats; there’s so much going on. With Outside Hilton Head doing paddleboarding expos, kayaking expos … it’s very much about activities. I like to bring my family and my parents here. Even if you’re not that interested in boats, there are so many vendors with neat stuff. Plus, it’s such a beautiful place to walk around the marina. It’s spectacular.”

The harbor of the South Carolina Yacht Club at Windmill Harbour, one of only three East Coast marinas to offer a private lock system that controls water levels and prevents currents, truly is transformed from an everyday boater's paradise into a glistening extravaganza for the public to enjoy. Attendees also can dine at and tour the private organization’s clubhouse and facilities. “It’s not a business, per se, but that it’s actually a showcase for the community really does make it special,” said Freeman, a partner at Barrier Island Marine with three Lowcountry locations. “The community members take such pride in their community, and their harbor and the South Carolina Yacht Club. It makes for a very welcoming festival over the weekend.” Title sponsor Chris-Craft and event presenters the South Carolina Yacht Club, the Windmill Harbour Homeowners Association and Marina Owners Association, and The Richardson Group Realty will make sure of that. M

EVENT INFORMATION

The event is from noon to 6 p.m. Friday, April 22, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 23-24. Advance tickets are $12 per person, with children younger than 12 free, or $15 at the gate. Free parking is available in several locations throughout the neighborhood with free trolley shuttle service to the show’s entrance. For more information, visit www.hiltonheadislandboatshow.com. April 2016 29

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THE PROBLEM WITH DIVERSITY 101: BY DR. GLORIA HOLMES

‘COLORBLINDNESS’

Colorblindness? Blind to color? Let’s reflect on the implications of this compound word and compound idea.

lindness first. What does it really mean to be blind? How many of us would choose a sightless, lightless existence? How many of us would choose to be confined in a world of darkness where we could not easily distinguish shapes or spatial dimensions, or the faces of our loved ones? Such a choice would seem pathological. Color and blindness? Does this mean a world without color? If so, what would a world without color be like? How would a colorless world change us as individuals, how we relate to others, and how we experience life in general? How many of us would choose to dismiss the powerful influence of color as a way to understand and interpret our emotions or the spiritual values we associate with different colors? Would any of us choose to not see the dramatic or subtle variations in nature’s color spectrum that add meaning, beauty and texture to our lives? Such a choice would seem irrational and self-destructive. And yet, there are many vociferous (even rancorous) advocates of colorblindness as it relates to the color of human skin. They argue that it is a good thing because it helps us navigate over and around the thorny issues of race and ethnicity, and cross-cultural and inter-cultural misunderstandings and conflicts. These advocates equate colorblindness with open-mindedness, sensitivity, even kindness. They say that this stance represents progress that moves us forward as a society. And yet, if colorblindness is such a good thing, perhaps we should go even further. Let’s not stop with a self-imposed blindness to the color of human skin. Perhaps we should ignore color altogether. Why not ignore color-streaked sunrises and sunsets? Why not ignore the subtle color variations of flowers and trees, or the way yellow roses make us feel? Or why not neutralize the azure blues of the Caribbean or Van Gogh’s dramatic indigo colors swirling through his night sky? This is absurd, of course, because life without color is unthinkable. Why then do so many Americans continue to promote the idea of

colorblindness when it comes to people? This idea may seem simple, even harmless, but it is neither. Colorblindness, when considered in the context of the American experience, is quite complex, even troubling, when we consider what it actually means and who benefits or is it hurt by it. Colorblindness is like a one-way street. In my experience, it comes up only when Caucasians are speaking to or about people of color. It is presented as a good thing; an unspoken tribute to themselves, and their ability to be unbiased, inclusive and accepting of “others.” A colorblind perspective is meant to show honor and respect to “others,” but the underlying and implied sentiment is: “It’s OK that you look different from me. I’ll accept you anyway.” This presupposes that the skin color is really a problem, but something that can be overlooked, tolerated or even forgiven. This also presupposes that the “colorblind” looker and the person of color see things the same way, and agree that the darker skin color is problematic, reprehensible or detestable, or embarrassing or shameful. When one adopts a colorblind perspective, it introduces a power dynamic into the situation because the one who says he or she is colorblind is exercising power over the person of color: the power to choose to see that person, or not; to acknowledge that person’s reality, or not; to acknowledge that person’s value, or not; to accept that person’s identity as it is, or not. In the end, a colorblind perspective says: I have control over your identity; I will see you the way I want to see you, not the way you are or the way you want to be seen. In contrast, people of color rarely (probably never) use the term “colorblind” or validate the concept because they live in their skin every day. This is their reality; a reality reflected in the faces of their children and families and friends. And skin color is linked to culture, traditions, values, history and pride. So, if a Caucasian looks at a person of color and claims to be colorblind, it is both

a critique and a form of denial; it implies that the person of color is really defective and “less than me, but I’ll pretend that it doesn’t matter, that it doesn’t influence social relations or how well we can communicate with each other.” The concept of colorblindness makes it harder to address racial issues. It shuts down open, honest conversations between people who want and need to communicate with each other. How often have we heard a person of color accused of “playing the race card” when he or she introduces race or color into a conversation? However, doesn’t the concept of colorblindness do the same thing in a surreptitious way? Color or race doesn’t go away simply because we say we don’t see it, or refuse to acknowledge it. Human nature tells us that people are more likely to notice the very thing that you tell them to ignore. The concept of colorblindness not only defies logic and human nature, it defies entrenched American attitudes and traditions. We must acknowledge that America is a country that has historically made skin color the paramount repository of personal and social value. In America, people with darker skin (black, red or yellow) have been denigrated, and erroneously equated with social, cultural and intellectual inferiority. This idea is a defining element of American history. This is not something to be proud of, but it is an important part of America’s reality. Now, we are being urged to be colorblind, to ignore race, the same concept that American citizens have spent centuries internalizing. Now, we are being urged to accept the idea that skin color does not matter; that we should ignore it in social relations. We are also being urged to neutralize its meaning and ignore the social and historical contexts. This, I think, is unhelpful. As a society, colorblindness makes us like the three monkeys who “see no evil, speak no evil, and hear no evil” — we become colorblind and “colormute,” and we keep walking through racial minefields. M Dr. Gloria Holmes is a professor emeritus at the School of Education at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut. Committed to promoting cultural literacy in schools and communities, she has worked as a diversity trainer for the Anti-Defamation League and has conducted anti-bias workshops for the Connecticut State Department of Education. Dr. Holmes is presently writing a book on school leadership and social justice, due to be published this year.

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WHERE ARE THEY NOW? JESSIE PETERSON TARAZI BY MARCO FREY

Jessie Peterson Tarazi’s studio is tucked into a basement in Manhattan’s Chinatown, down a set of pre-war iron steps, past two pet pigeons roosting in their cage. Editor’s Note: In this new column, Hilton Head Island native Marco Frey catches up with young Hilton Head Island and Bluffton natives who are now making their mark elsewhere. The column highlights their blossoming lives and how their hometown helped shape who they are today. To nominate a person, email editor@hiltonheadmonthly.com.

Photos from Jessie Peterson Tarazi's childhood, growing up on Hilton Head Island.

ot hers, she adds. We’ve arranged to meet in a brief window before she’s off sending Kiawah residents into Southern nostalgia. She’s agreed, gleefully, to their offer to be Artist-In-Residence and to give her first artist’s talk, that is—on her own work. Jessie immediately acknowledges the lack of material hanging about. She’s been sending off paintings as fast as she can. She’s had to adjust to the demand, growing now into waiting lists that trail long into the year. Like her husband leaving the house every morning for Wall Street, Jessie tries to keep regular hours, often putting in a solid 10 at her studio. In the mornings she sticks to business, perhaps responding to requests from clients for a particular piece, perhaps negotiating a commision for new paintings— skills she’s had to learn quickly. With that out of the way, Jessie paints. Pigment tubes scatter her small work table with names like Yellow Ochre, Terre Rosa, and Torrit Grey. With a slight nudge I coax out her arcane knowledge of pigments and their natural origins. We were still on the usual “how’s your mother?” It turns out most black pigment comes from the carbon of charred bones. She fawns over Torrit Grey, a special batch produced every year on Earth Day by Gamblin Paints. Evoking the color of pluff mud, the pigment is vital to her paintings of Lowcountry flora and fauna. She reminisces, “When I was younger, marshes meant swimming, meant how much mud could I get into before mom called me back to the dock.” Finding common ground, we rave over the primitive charm of Cumberland island. I recall the armadillos, wild horses, and particularly extravagant live oak groves. When Jessie was a child

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Jessie Peterson Tarazi is new on the New York art scene and is quickly grabbing the attention of collectors. Her modern composition and scale stands in juxtaposition to a yearning nostalgia for the calm and tranquility of the islands where she was raised.

her family visited the sea island preserve with local painter West Fraser who impacted her by his labor of love, going out regularly to paint nature. She remembers waiting to be alone to sneak a look at his easel and canvas. This was his craft. My eyes delve into her latest painting. White starfish seem to levitate in a dark chamber of the ocean. Those on top feature the most detail whose bright knobs and tangible texture give way to blurrier specimens, a result of light fading with depth. What strikes me is how much Jessie can do with such a neutral palette, consisting mostly of milky whites, earthy greys and murky blues. The starfish, like many of her subjects, are arranged from the beach finds collection of longtime family friends. This piece is heading to Charleston’s Vendue Gallery. Another painting, of coral, hangs in exquisite light at Bluffton’s Red Fish restaurant. In September when The Inn at Palmetto Bluff re-opens after an expansion, you will find her paintings filling its walls. Maybe you grew up with her, maybe you saw her grow up. Jessie bears a striking resemblance to her mother, what with her olive complexion, delicate arched brows and distinct cheekbones. Born and raised on Hilton Head, she went to Montessori and then Prep before making her first leap to The Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities in Greenville. It was here she nurtured her love for art and honed her technique. “There’s nothing like it. When I was there you could see people from all parts of the state gettting the same scholarships as everyone else. It has been a treat to watch my fellow Alumni take off,” says Tarazi. After earning her Bachelor's at Carnegie Mellon, Jessie made the leap to study at the decidedly classical New York Academy of Art. From there,

her career whispered awhile, then blossomed. But I beg the question, for all her paintings of Lowcountry charm, what is it that keeps her in New York City? I mean, she’s about as far from edgy contemporary art as it gets, the kind you’re likely to see at the New Whitney in Manhattan’s chic Chelsea district. Well, she answers, first of all, her favorite museum is the Metropolitan Museum of Art where she most loves the Dutch masters. Several times, in fact, she performed live painting in the style of the old greats. While her art may offer a vision of primeval bliss, life is simply more complex. She’s newly wedded to a finance analyst, which keeps her rooted to Manhattan for now. When she first moved here, ten years ago, the city fed her all the energy and enthusiasm she needed. “Now that I’m older,” Jessie adds, “my good friends live here but it just feels dirty. It’s like being in the middle of a hive where on Hilton Head, when you’re out on the marshes and you're hiking, that’s what feels alive to me now.” When I ask of her long vision, she admits she’d like to move back to the South when grounding a family could use the supportive threads only Hilton Head can offer. For now, Jessie must enjoy her peppered visits back to the Lowcountry. By striking at the natural roots of the coastal landscape, Jessie’s paintings evoke a nostalgia we can all relate to. Maybe it’s a still life of objects found on barrier islands, the skull of an alligator, sea glass, or the bone-like piece of coral. For me it’s the shucked oysters littering the ground that stand for a way of being together. Together, her vision and my memory form a tapestry of childhood wrapped up in this land, one we left behind for our own reasons, to which some of us may one day return. M April 2016 35

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LEE JEAN’S TRUE HOLLYWOOD STORY

‘AMERICAN IDOL’

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espite the instant notoriety and the unlikely accomplishment of being one of the top eight contestants on the final season of “American Idol,” Lee Jean Jr. takes it all in stride. If you have the pleasure of meeting Lee, you will instantly see that the 16-year-old Bluffton resident exudes a gentle, fun-loving and humble persona that is surprisingly unaffected by his instant Hollywood success. "I do what I love to do because I love to do it and for no other reason," he said. Lee’s “Idol” journey began in a crowded parking lot of the Savannah Civic Center in July 2015. He made a last-minute decision to attend the open call auditions rather than another appointment. Thousands of aspiring, young “Idol” hopefuls filled the large parking lot before the sun was up. Lee spotted two of his Bluffton musician friends and the three instantly began to play their guitars and sing as the parking lot audience clapped and cheered. It wasn't long before TV cameras broadcasted the trio. The day was surreal, and the boys progressed round after round to each executive producer round, even auditioning before Season 2 winner Ruben Studdard. At the end of an exhausting day two, Lee was handed his ticket to audition at the coveted celebrity round in Atlanta. The Bluffton friends would meet up again in Midtown on one of the top floors of the W Hotel. In the true “American Idol” fashion, the air was filled with enthusiasm as the per36 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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formers battled their nerves. Anticipation was clearly written on their faces. Everyone shared an open space that was surrounded by fl oor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping city views. Camera crews were busy shooting and contestant interviews were underway. And then there was waiting. The afternoon was long but thrilling, and a small group, including Lee, was the fi rst called to make the fateful trip down the elevator to perform for the judges.˛ Lee and his family and friends were ushered to the area outside the room where Harry Connick Jr., Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban awaited. Lee confi dently stepped inside to perform˛“I See Fire”˛by Ed Sheeran. In what seemed like no time, the door swung open and Lee ran out waving his golden ticket to Hollywood. He had done the unthinkable; he would be joining the top picks from each nationwide audition city to compete in “American Idol's” Hollywood Week, where the top 10 contestants would emerge.˛ Lee traveled to Hollywood with his brother Darrell, who acted as his guardian while in Los Angeles. As a minor, Lee had to complete homeschool assignments daily

as well as rehearse for “Idol” performances. Week to week, the selected performers were whittled down. Lee maintained his position and continued to beat the odds. And back home in the Lowcountry, his fans watched and voted from their living rooms as their hometown “Idol” progressed each Thursday night.˛ Lee ultimately landed in the Top 8, where he made his ﬁ nal performance with The Beatles hit˛“Let it Be”˛before he was eliminated on March 10. What was it like being in the Top 8? "The whole process was a learning experience," Lee said. "I went there with a clean slate and just soaked it all up.˛Being on the show was so unreal; it felt like I was dreaming it.” Since arriving back home, Lee has done numerous performances, TV interviews, radio spots and meet-and-greets. He said he enjoys interacting with his fans, taking selﬁes, signing autographs and chatting with them. He enjoys singing for his audiences and is content to be smack in the middle of his excited fans. "I've been doing gigs around Bluffton and Hilton head and having a blast,” he said. “It's so great."˛

TOP: Lee Jean rides in the Hilton Head Island St. Patrick's Day Parade. ABOVE: Jean performs on American Idol.

Lee will return to TV in early April for the “American Idol” ﬁ nale. ˛And as for what’s next, he said he feels blessed to have the freedom to perform as an artist without limitations, something the winner is not afforded.˛ "I can't really categorize myself as one style or genre, and I like it that way," he said. But he is grateful for the recognition and the connections that “American Idol” has provided and is looking forward to the many opportunities it will bring. "I'm deﬁ nitely gonna be writing some original music, focusing on my craft and continuing to learn and progress," he said. Fans can follow Lee on Facebook and Periscope for upcoming news and concert information. M

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Hilton Head Island has the unique distinction of being the home of Mitchelville, the first black self-governing town in the United States.

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tories of what happened in Mitchelville and the continued impact that it had on the Gullah community, the outcome of the Civil War, race relations and even compulsory education today are still unfolding. But little is known about the individuals and families, who after being thrust into servitude in a new land, chose to not only embrace their new surroundings, but to love, nourish and cultivate this island as their home. Monthly’s series “First Families of Hilton Head Island” will bring attention to the families that made Hilton Head

what it is today: a breathtakingly beautiful space that invites relaxation and civility. The effects of Hilton Head can influence you before you even step foot on its soil. From the foot of the bridge to the island, you are graced with a sudden calming visual image of the expanse of the Pinckney Island marshlands. As you cross the bridge, Hilton Head begins to change you. Residents and visitors alike see it as a special place, which is by no means an accident; over time, like many places around the world, the island could easily have been neglected and destroyed, pillaged and abused, and

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a village” was obvious here. Hilton Head was a village where neighbor helped neighbor, where responsibility for each other’s welfare was just “how it was done.” The first family to be highlighted by the series will be the Singleton family. If you pay attention to the street signs on William Hilton Parkway, Singleton Beach Road is located in the island’s “arch.” The Singleton family’s origin on the island began with slavery. The patriarch, Namen Singleton, was only 12 years old when slavery was abolished, yet he purchased his first property over in the area of Diannah Drive, which is named From left: Christina Bates, Paulette after his wife. His Singleton, Dorothy Singleton, Vernie great-great-grandSingleton and Alvin Singleton children still live there today. left to be just another place. Gratefully, On the land, he grew cotton as well as that is not the case. Hilton Head’s natural pecans and other crops. Through hard beauty remains intact almost as it was in work and an entrepreneurial spirit, he was the early 1700s. Of course, it has been able to buy his second property along altered. Time, technology and developthe waterfront in the Chaplin area of the ment have taken care of that. However, island, which is where Singleton Beach somewhere along the way, someone is located today. Eventually, Namen had to have understood the necessity Singleton and one of his sons, Ezekiel, of protecting this island. The Gullah bought over two hundred acres between community has done just that. Because the Marshland Road area and the waterthey lived on an island that for years front property, which extended as far as did not have a bridge to the mainland, Collier Beach, which was passed down to the Gullah were essentially separated his children. Ezekiel, who was filled with from the rest of the Lowcountry, workan entrepreneurial spirit, along with his ing with what they had, creating lives for wife, Rosa May, was able to envision the themselves that were made up of hard great potential that the land possessed. work as farmers and fisherman, yet full Having the forethought of its value as of love and support for each other as a well as location, they developed the community. The old saying that “it takes beachfront property, and built pavilions

as well as the Sand Dunes store, drawing Black people from as far away as Atlanta, Charleston and Savannah to the waterfront for entertainment and relaxation. As property owners, the Singleton’s provided an economic boost to their neighbors by renting out some of their land as residential space to those looking for a place to live and work. Over time, the land became a significant source of economic growth for the native islanders. As the Singleton family flourished, they became a model for other natives who were interested in establishing businesses of their own. As a result of the central location of the Singletons’ property, the land became prime real estate and boosted the island’s economy while giving the native islanders needed access to a variety of goods and services. This land became a business mecca. The Singletons opened a gas station, and other native islander-owned businesses followed: Bill and Dorothy Dreisson opened Dreisson’s Tailor Shop, Henry Ford practiced his skill as a cobbler, and Nathanial Simmons ran his auto shop. This was a place where friendly neighborhood service was a common part of everyday living. These days, when we think of major developers, we think of the corporations that developed massive communities like Sea Pines, Hilton Head Plantation and Indigo Run, but the Singleton family deserves credit as a major developer as well. Not only did the Singletons play a significant role in shaping island history and “pulled themselves up by their bootstraps,” they created opportunities for the economic growth and prosperity of their neighbors. The Singletons are among the first to have the vision to see Hilton Head’s potential. The island has changed and many of those businesses no longer exist, but it is impossible to un-write history, and the impact of the Singleton family cannot be undone. What has been left behind, though, are savored memories and Hilton Head’s small-town charm coupled with gracious Southern hospitality, which continues to live on. M April 2016 41

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2. If the goal needs to be jointly established and owned, then a sincere effort to get all possible partners to the table at the beginning is also critical. Much time is wasted when additional partners are added later, and then a) an orientation of where the group has been, and why they are where they are, has to take place, and b) the new partners will want modifi cations to suit their own missions and resources.

Among the criteria for the competitive grants process at Community Foundation of the Lowcountry is “collaboration.” Does the nonprofi t applying for a grant collaborate with other nonprofi ts—in relation to the project for which they are seeking funding? In relation to the overall work of the organization? Why is this important? The fact is that there are a lot of nonprofi t organizations serving our area. A lot. And each has its own board, its own mission and its own administrative budget. Each is continually looking for operating dollars, as well as dollars to support growth and new projects. And there are only so many charitable dollars available to provide such support. It is critical that the most effi cient use of such dollars be made.

3. Once a joint goal has been established, an action plan needs to be developed, and resources identifi ed.For what will your team be responsible? What will you need from others? What is the sequence of activities and timeline? Are there important steps for which no one will take ownership? How will those be accomplished? How do the pieces to be owned by your team fi t with the other work of your organization outside of the collaboration in terms of timing and resources? Who has decision-making authority in each partner organization and can authorize resources (personnel and dollars) to accomplish each part? How can each partner be assured that they will not be left holding the bag for the project, or overrun by another partner who wants to take control? Managing these expectations at the beginning will make the partnership run much more smoothly.

The Community Foundation does not wish to support duplicate efforts. Therefore, if there are overlapping missions for specifi c programs within nonprofi ts, it is our expectation that the organizations work together rather than compete—saving time, effort and dollars for all of us.

Teamwork makes the dream work.

4. Identify not only a joint goal and a plan of action and timeline, but also a means of communicating. Meetings? Sure. But what information might be needed or should be shared between meetings? Can you use technology to assist (DropBox or a Google Group, for example)? As problems arise, what method will you use to share them quickly so that solutions can be created?

Collaboration is a popular topic in business articles and books. This is because, while it makes a great deal of sense to collaborate, using knowledge and resources jointly, it is apparently not as easy as it seems. So here are a few things to consider when approaching a collaborative effort. 1. It is CRITICAL that all partners in the collaboration establish a GOAL together. If I establish a goal, and ask you to collaborate with me to accomplish that goal, our chances of success are far less than if we work together to establish the goal. Because the multiple partners in a collaboration have different missions, the goal of the partnership must serve the missions of each organization. Joint ownership of the goal is critical.

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Obviously, shared expertise and resources can create effi ciencies that mean some amazing things can be accomplished. But this can only happen if signifi cant pre-planning is a part of the mix and if all partners are equally responsible for the outcomes and receive equal accolades for the achievements of the group. Teamwork makes the dream work. But the effort can be well worth it and the achievements can create great pride for all. Finally, all those offering fi nancial support to your effort will also be proud, and are more likely to live generously. You are assuring them that their resources are being used most wisely.

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ccording to British comedian and actor Eric Idle, “A few brave men took a risk to allow us to make ‘Monty Python.’ One in particular took the biggest risk to put it on American television.” In a personal note, Idle writes about Hilton Head Island resident Ron Devillier: “His inspired bravery to take an obscure, late-night BBC show and put it on public television was the catalyst that led to Monty Python quietly subverting America.” “Bringing the Pythons to America became my signature,” said Devillier, who leapt from program manager at KERA-TV in Dallas to vice president of programming at PBS in 1977. In that role, he continued to test the limits, such as featuring the Grand Ole Opry during the network’s annual fundraising drive as opposed to more esoteric fare. “The Grand Ole Opry wound up becoming the most successful fundraising event of the decade,” he said.

In 1980, Devillier founded a television production and distribution company, Devillier Donegan Enterprises, with his equally irreverent partner, Brian Donegan. “We wanted to help independent producers find an American audience and we loved comedy,” said Devillier. “We followed our first major client, ‘Monty Python,’ with ‘Mr. Bean.’ We sought out originals and focused on a good story.” DDE prospered and was purchased by ABC and then Disney. “We produced films with HBO, Showtime, Granada Television, Canal Plus, NHK Television and the BBC. DDE became the gold standard for non-fiction programming, producing the highly respected and Emmy award-winning nature series ‘Living Edens’ as well as the ‘Empires’ series, which received a Peabody,” he said.

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Linda Devillier met Ron while working at PBS. She shared his interest in public broadcasting and subsequently served as director of communications at WGBH-TV Boston, where she had the good fortune of working with Julia Child, who was “warm, witty and totally genuine.” When Frank Mankiewicz became president of National Public Radio, he invited Linda to join his “merry band and help put this little network on the map.” As director of national promotions, she created and supervised scores of NPR campaigns, including the launch of “Morning Edition” and NPR’s six-part “Star Wars” series featuring Mark Hamill and John Lithgow. “(George) Lucas gave NPR the radio broadcast rights to the series for a very modest fee,” she said, smiling. “It was a grand adventure working with the Lucas film team.” In 1984, Linda founded Devillier Communications, Inc., an independent public relations firm in Washington, D.C. Over the next 25 years, her clients included The Annenberg School of Communications, Time-Life, Comcast, PBS, HBO, IMAX, The Washington Post, bestselling author Tom Peters, National Geographic, Kiplinger Washington Editors, Congressional Quarterly, The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, NASA, Lockheed Martin, the National Science Foundation and scores of major D.C. law firms “Our firm was a bit of anomaly,” she said. “We never lobbied. We were more like a New York agency. We were recognized for strategic planning and successful communications efforts. Our focus was the entertainment industry, healthcare, education, science and the environment.” In 1986, DCI was selected by John Hendricks to work with his new cable network, the Discovery Channel. Over the next decade, thanks to Hendricks’ programming genius and innovative marketing campaigns, Discovery became one of America’s most well-respected brands. Linda’s face lights up when she talks about another favorite project, Space Day, an educational outreach program designed to inspire students to pursue STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) careers via the excitement of space. Underwritten by Lockheed Martin, a key strategy was the National Partnership Program created by Linda and her team. Former astronaut and U.S. Sen. John Glenn agreed to serve as co-chairman of Space Day. NASA was an initial partner. “NASA provided entrée to Sally Ride and other astronauts and scientists who actively participated in the campaign,” Linda said. Space Day benefited from the collaborative support of more than 70 prestigious educational, scientific organizations, including six major U.S. school districts. “It was a classic loaves and fishes story. We found like-minded individuals and organizations who wanted to motivate young people to explore STEM education.” On the first Tuesday in May, for almost a decade, DCI conducted a national Space Day celebration at the Smithsonian’s National Air & Space Museum. The event featured Glenn, Ride, congressional and educational leaders as well as winning Space Day student teams from across the country. “Thanks to our national partnership network, we were able to also focus attention on educational activities in every state of the Union. I truly believe Space Day encouraged thousands of young people to pursue STEM-related careers,” said Linda. “And, who knows, maybe a few of them may even visit Mars one day.” M April 2016 45

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When most people retire, they choose to relax, take it easy and chill.

ot Mary Waterfall. In fact, the Hilton Head Island resident found a completely new career using her artistic skills. She and her husband, Gene, both originally from Wisconsin, had a condo on the island since 2001. When Waterfall retired as an executive secretary after 18 years on

the job, she started to focus on her arts and crafts skills. “We had moved to Atlanta, and my husband was traveling the world (in his position as president of a packaging machinery company). I decided to start my own business,” she said. “That allowed me to work when I wanted to but still go with him on these

trips. I was really artsy and crafty, so I decided to go in that direction.” When Gene Waterfall retired, they moved to the island permanently. When they moved here, Mary Waterfall’s arts and crafts supplies took up a whole truck. The supplies also filled up a whole floor

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of her home, one that’s now devoted to her artistic pursuits. Those pursuits range from creating high-end Santa Clauses and Easter bunnies, along with illustrating a popular children’s book. First, however, come the Santas and bunnies. The Santa figures are about 3 feet tall and have wooden bodies, which Waterfall makes herself with woodworking equipment. She also makes all of the add-ons that come with the Santas, which can include sleds, toys and small Christmas trees. She makes the faces out of clay by hand, hand-paints them and then sews all of the clothing. She follows the same pattern with her Easter bunnies, but they have soft-sculptured faces. Her creations, which she has been making for about 20 years, are truly exquisite and one of a kind, and have been sold at Dillard’s and featured in Better Homes & Gardens magazine. Locally, they are sold at The Greenery. They are not cheap, however, and go for about $375 each. “They are expensive,” said Waterfall, “but they’re really made for people who really appreciate them and will become a family hand-medown.” She added that she loves doing the detailed work. “It’s really fun. A lot goes into them, but when I’m working on a project, I go up there at 7 a.m. and work until 7 p.m. and not even know that the time has passed,” she said. Waterfall also has been using her painting skills to

illustrate a children’s book written by her brother, author R.J. Kinderman, a former school principal. The first book, “Beans and Lolo’s Big Bike Ride,” takes the young reader on a bicycle trip with Beans and Lolo and their buddy, a cute frog named Hop-Along, as they pedal their way around the U.S. The book was inspired by a cross-country bicycling adventure that Kinderman and his wife took part in. “One of the nice things about the book is that it stresses that kids need to get out and ride their bikes,” said Waterfall, whose bright illustrations for the book are actually watercolor paintings. “It was a pretty long process,” she said. “He had the story line and would tell me what he wanted on each page, then I’d paint it, take a picture of it on my phone to send it to him and then he could make suggestions for changes. We really collaborated on it, and we didn’t kill each other in the process, which is amazing!” The book has been endorsed by former first lady Barbara Bush, whose focus has been on literacy since her days in the White House. The next book in the Beans and Lolo series will be about biking the heartland of America. “These are really fun and educational books,” said Waterfall. “They also seem really appropriate here on Hilton Head with our emphasis on biking and bike trails.” The Beans and Lolo books are on sale at www.spinningwheelspublishing.com. M April 2016 47

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NEW ISLAND RESIDENT BEHIND POPULAR LINE OF SKINCARE PRODUCTS

EXPECTATIONS BY ROBYN PASSANTE PHOTOS BY LLOYD WAINSCOTT

CELEBRATING ENTREPRENEURS If you would like to nominate an entrepreneur from Hilton Head Island or Bluffton, please email editor@hiltonheadmonthly.com.

ayne Beckley is a company CEO, product developer, expert marketer and chemist. But perhaps what he does best is ask questions nobody else has asked. Beckley founded Merlot Natural Grape Seed Skin Care in 2001 after asking himself one simple question: If drinking a glass or two of red wine a day is supposedly good for your body, what could a lotion made with the powerful ingredients in the grape seeds do for your skin? The answer he came up with 15 years ago in his Texas kitchen has become a multimillion-dollar line of skincare products sold in 8,000 Walgreens stores across the country, as well as other retailers overseas. Beckley, who moved to Hilton Head Island last year with his wife, Michele, says his reason for success is simple. “There was a demand for it,” he says. “You can sell something one time, but to get it repeated is what you want. People buy these products over and over. In fact, we have a 96 percent loyalty rate, which is just outstanding.” Beckley, or “Dr. Grapes” as he’s sometimes called, knows a thing or two about product demand. Before launching the Merlot skin care line, he released several other products over the years, including Kolor Key, the ﬁ rst car wax in colors; Super Shine, an all-purpose

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Since 2001, Merlot has offered skin care products made with natural red grape seed antioxidants.

household cleaner; Secret Shine, a different kind of car wax; License Lock, which locked a license plate to a vehicle; and Weed Wand, a direct herbicide application tool. But none of them were as big as Merlot Skin Care. Though Beckley was sure about his product from the get-go, it took a boost from the media to kick-start the demand for his day cream, night cream and eye cream. “I knew five managers in Walgreens stores in El Paso, so I asked if I could put this new product out in their stores. They all said, ‘Ok, but if it doesn’t sell, you’ve got to come and get it.’ Thirty days went by, and they all called and said ‘The product’s not selling, come pick it up.’ My heart was broken,” he says. “But the next night, the local TV station had filmed a feature on me and it ran. By Monday morning, they all called again and asked to get it back, said demand was through the roof.” The seeds are harvested from Napa Valley grapes, and the product line is created in a manufacturing plant in Dallas and shipped across the country and overseas. Since its original launch, Beckley has spent years developing new products and becoming immersed in the cosmetics

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5 TIPS TO BEING A SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEUR

industry. He served on the advisory board for the Health and Beauty America (HBA) conference, one of the largest events in the cosmetics and personal care industry, and earned the Vendor of the Year Award from Walgreens in 2008. The business is truly a family affair; Michele, as vice president of operations, manages international accounts — the line is sold in China, Vietnam and Japan — and oversees customer care. Their daughter Nicole is director of marketing and media, and their son Drew handles logistics for the company. “To be successful in business, you have to surround yourself with good people,” Beckley says. “In my case, my wife and son and daughter are not only my family but they are good at what they do.” Never one to rest on his laurels, Beckley is getting ready to launch a brand new skin care line this month. Called MV6, he says he’s developed the first skin care line featuring six vitamins. “There are some companies that have one or two vitamins in their products, but this has six. And they’re all so essential,” he says. “People take multivitamins, but research has shown that just by taking it, the vitamins don’t get out to the outer layers of your skin.” MV6 will include a day cream, a night cream and a serum, but it won’t be available at Walgreens; he’s hoping to market the line through spas and dermatologists’ offices But if that doesn’t work, rest assured he’ll come up with a new idea. “Maybe it’s just a God-given ability, but there’s not a day that goes by where I don’t have two or three ideas. I can walk into any store and see what’s out there and wonder why there’s not something different,” he says. “That’s good and bad — because I have trouble sleeping at night.” M

1. Follow through on your ideas. “There will always be people who will say ‘I had this idea, and now I see it on the shelf.’ To me that is the sickest feeling, to have an idea and then see someone else made it happen.” 2. Don’t do it for money. “Just think in terms of being successful. If you’re successful in what you do, the money’s going to follow.” 3. Stay focused. “Sometimes that’s hard because you might want to chase a new product or idea. But stay focused on what you’re doing.” 4. Seek feedback before you invest. “Run your idea by family or friends to see whether you should go further.” 5. Be willing to take a risk. “But be a calculated gambler.”

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DENNIS STOKELY CELEBRITY HAIRSTYLIST RELOCATES TO THE LOWCOUNTRY, LAUNCHES HIS OWN LINE OF SHEARS BY DEBBIE SZPANKA PHOTOS BY ROB KAUFMAN

fter jet-setting around the world, celebrity hairstylist Dennis Stokely has returned to his Southern roots. Best known as Paula Abdul’’s hairstylist during seasons seven and eight of “American Idol,” Stokely has settled in the Lowcountry and has launched a brand of hair shears for the beauty industry. Now living on Hilton Head Island, Stokely moved to the area to take care of his mother, who lives in Savannah. “I’m a Southern kid, raised by a single mother, who went to public school in Georgia,” Stokely said. “While working on ‘American Idol’ was the gig of a lifetime, I believe my Southern sensibilities set me apart from others in L.A. It seems only natural for me to return to a place that feels like home.” Mesmerized by gorgeous hairstyles as a kid, Stokely constantly begged his sisters to let him style their hair. He dropped out of the University of Georgia his sophomore year and moved to New York City to work as a model before turning his attention to his first passion, hair styling. His big break was being hired to answer the phones at the famed Kenneth salon at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel; later, he trained at the Frédéric Fekkai salon. 50 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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BUSINESS Determined to work with Hollywood stars, Stokely landed a job at Privé Salon in Beverly Hills. Alexis Vogel, a celebrity makeup artist with clients such as Cher, noticed Stokely’s talents — and manners — when the two worked together at a high-proﬁ le wedding. Stokely said that when he thanked her at the end of the day, Vogel surprisingly replied, “Wow, who are you? Nobody ever thanks me.” The next week, Vogel booked Stokely for an OK! Magazine shoot with Paula Abdul. After the shoot, Abdul’s team booked Stokely for the season six ﬁ nale of “American Idol.” That assignment led Stokely to London to style Abdul’s hair for a week of media appearances. Returning to Los Angeles, Stokely left his salon job and was by Abdul’s side until she left the show after season eight. "There are thousands of great hairstylists out there. My Southern kindness and whatever talent I may have has helped me succeed,” Stokely said. “My motto: Be good at what you do and be nice." When Abdul left the show in 2009, Stokely left Los Angeles. Seven years later, Stokely is back in the South, close to his mother, Jeanette Woods, and styling hair

at Bluffton’s Blow the Hair Bar. Stokely still frequently travels for assignments, judging hair shows, teaching master classes at salons and college campuses, and writing for the beauty blog LA-Story.com. “The popularity of ‘American Idol,’ seen in more than 100 countries, gave me a unique platform to showcase my work,” Stokely said. “Branding myself in the beauty industry after leaving ‘American Idol’ has been my main focus. As part of that effort, he partnered with Washi, a leading manufacturer in the hair industry, to launch his line of shears at America’s Beauty Show in Chicago last month. “”These are the scissors I use to create a ﬂ awless haircut, which is the foundation of all my redcarpet hairstyles,” Stokely said. “My name is engraved on each pair, and for a kid from South Georgia, that’s very validating.” Made from Cobalt steel, the lightweight, luxury shears cost $399.

Marc Milman, president of Jupiter, Floridabased Washi, said he was impressed with Stokely and his client list. “He does a lot of great work, and we are on the same page in terms of looking to expand our horizons to bring quality tools to salon professionals,” Milman said. Stokely, 52, said that as he enters a new phase of his career, he has designed a more balanced lifestyle. “The ‘American Idol’ schedule was relentless,” he said. “While it was a highlight in my career, returning home represents the natural ebbs and ﬂ ows of life and symbolically, I have returned to live on the coast. And with my relationship with Washi, it seemed effortless to partner with them and launch a new product. And when new opportunities seem effortless, you know you are in the right place.” Stokely will continue his product launch at the Premiere Orlando beauty trade show in June, and said he’s excited about new opportunities. “I’m stoked for the future and I am happy to call Hilton Head my home,” he said. M

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WINNERS NAMED IN HHIEDC’S ‘BRING YOUR BUSINESS IDEA TO LIFE’ CONTEST BY ELLEN LINNEMANN PHOTOS BY ARNO DIMMLING

fter an overwhelming response from the entrepreneurial community and 73 entries submitted from around the country, winners have been chosen for Hilton Head Island Economic Development Corporation's first-ever "Bring Your Business Idea to Life" contest. The contest was created to give entrepreneurs the opportunity to win a comprehensive array of prizes and support to help launch their businesses. More than 150 business and community leaders attended the pitch competition on Feb. 23 at Poseidon Restaurant, where the six finalists gave “fast pitches” to a panel of wellknown business leaders in the community serving as contest judges. Judges were Jason Allen, of Chatham Capital Group; Terry Brubaker, of Gladstone Investments; Jim Macleod, of Coastal States Bank; and Leslie Richardson, of Coligny Plaza. Winners and their business ideas were:

FIRST PLACE Patricia Snelson, Tip Toes Custom Shoes Tip Toes will marry technology with traditional craftsmanship to produce “custom” footwear for the millions of women, men and children whose feet don’t conform to standard sizes. Tip Toes Custom Shoes will provide people who currently struggle with finding comfortable shoes (i.e., genetic anomalies, injuries, orthotics, work, sports) a reliable and repeatable method of procuring footwear that is both comfortable and stylish and which will reduce discomfort and improve their quality of life. As the first place winner, Snelson received a cash prize of $3,000; enrollment in the business incubator program at the Don Ryan Center for Innovation; business formation and trademark legal services from the Jolley Law Group, LLC (valued at $3,000); a marketing/branding package and expert business mentoring from SmartMarketing Communications (valued at $5,000); a multimedia print/digital advertising package to help launch the business (valued at more than $2,000); podcast and blog opportunities with The Creative Coast;

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SECOND PLACE Michael Tripka and David Arnal, Honey Horn Meadworks In developing Honey Horn Meadworks, Tripka and Arnal plan to create a meadery for the production and sale of the world’s oldest fermented beverage, mead. Mead, which is similar to wine, is made using honey as the main fermentable ingredient. In creating Honey Horn Meadworks, they plan to include a tasting room and on-site retail sales, as well as tours.

THIRD PLACE Matt Papka, elev8bikes Papka created elev8bikes to help people feel comfortable while mounting/ dismounting their bikes, as well as to help them feel less uncomfortable while starting and stopping. In designing and patenting the elev8bike, customers enjoy maximum leg extension while feeling safe and secure — empowering many types of riders and helping people ride with confidence. Elev8bikes are also designed to serve people with physical challenges, including those with cerebral palsy, neuropathy, MS, diabetes and other issues. The second and third place winners each received prize packages that included cash prizes of $1,500 and $1,000, respectively; legal services from the Jolley Law Group, LLC; participation in podcast and blog opportunities from The Creative Coast; as well as Powerhouse Gym memberships and SERG gift cards. The event also featured a special “Audience Choice” award, which was presented to Kraig Blatchley and Daniel Brock. Blatchley Power, Inc. is engaged in advanced research and development of new alternative electrical power generation through original equipment manufacturing of an energy generative pump — created to drastically change the energy production industry. They

(TOP) Maryann Bastnagel presents the second place prize to David Arnal (left) and Michael Tripka. (BOTTOM) Maryann Bastnagel presents the third place prize to Matt Papka of elev8bikes.

received a check for $500 and other business support services to help in the company’s continued development. “We were excited to see both the large number of entries we received for our first ‘Bring Your Business Idea to Life’ contest, and the exceptional quality of business ideas that were presented through this competition,” said Don Kirkman, executive director of the Hilton Head Island Economic

Development Corporation. “This contest was a great way for us to validate the large number of entrepreneurs with new business ideas who reside in the Lowcountry. Working with our small business and entrepreneurial resource partners, we look forward to supporting the winners and all of the contest applicants.” For more information about the HHIEDC, visit www.hhiedc.com. M

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THE CURRENT STATE

THE ON HILTON HEAD ISLAND Recently, I have written about millennials changing business in America, how Dodd-Frank is impacting our local banks and local economy and made my 10 predictions for 2016. BY ELIHU SPENCER

his month, I thought I would take a crack at what is going on in the arts community on Hilton Head, and how our many arts organizations are contributing economically to the Hilton Head Island community. All of our readers know how lucky we are to live here on this beautiful island. We have proof because 99.5 percent of us came from somewhere else. On Hilton Head Island, we have some of the most ecologically sensitive developments anywhere, with beautiful trees and a minimum of nighttime light pollution. Island and Bluffton residents have ready access to fi rst-class health care and commercial and professional services usually found in cities two or three times our size. This place we call home is also blessed with an arts community that spans the entire spectrum of arts offerings. Recently the Town of Hilton Head pulled together a group of residents and formed the Arts & Cultural Strategic Planning Committee, and in January of 2016, the group issued its fi nal report. The committee, chaired by Jane Joseph and vice chairman Maryann Bastnagel, along with seven of our fellow Hilton Head Islanders with incredible arts related experience, took a deep dive into how our community benefi ts from

the arts. Several town staff members provided key support. The Committee reported that “Our Island has a diverse and sophisticated AC&H (Arts, Culture and History) environment – a haven of creativity.” As an amateur economist, I thought, "Wow. I wonder how this arts, culture and history thing might be impacting our community." We all know that through the richness of art offerings on the island, our lives are made fuller. We enjoy the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, Hilton Head Choral Society, the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, Main Street Youth Theatre, Art League of Hilton Head, Island School Council for the Arts, Coastal Discovery Museum, Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island, Mitchelville Preservation Project and all of the many local art galleries, and I haven’t even scratched the surface. There are actually at least 79 organizations identiﬁ ed in the committee’s report that have local arts, culture or history-related offerings. From an economic impact standpoint, the report took a look at the “current state” of the entertainment on Hilton Head, and since I know that many of you will not run out and read the entire report, I have pulled out some key performance indicators.

• Over $21 million in total annual expenditures • $10.1 million of the $21 million is spent by audiences in activities associated with attending the events, excluding the tickets. • 605 full-time jobs are created; 296 in arts and culture, 253 from audience activities (hotels, restaurants, etc.) • $888,472 in local government annual revenue generated • $955,673 in state government annual revenue generated • Studies show that cultural touristsspend more and stay longer than recreational tourists.

Friends, these are big numbers and they made a defi nite difference to our local economy. Think about the multiple benefits of 605 jobs as these individuals buy homes, buy groceries, go out for dinner and generally live their lives. And here I am just speaking to direct dollars spent. Consider the quality of life benefits that accrue to our island, and how the availability of arts, culture and history enhance property values. When cultural tourists come and see what we have, there is a higher probability that when the time comes they may return and become permanent residents, and as such the multiplier effect repeats itself. The fi nal report issued by the Arts and Cultural Strategic Planning Committee speaks in glowing terms about what we have and what has been accomplished, but it also warns that like much of the Hilton Head Island infrastructure, we are at critical crossroads. The committee recommends that the town should support Hilton Head Island as an arts, culture and history destination. The report also says that there is a need for a townfunded Hilton Head Island Culture & Arts Network (HHICAN), and that we should review issues associated with venues looking at both existing facilities and possible new ones. Of course, all of it takes money, time and commitment coupled with incredible good judgment. Let’s take the challenge and keep Hilton Head Island a place where people come both for recreation and arts, culture and history. M Elihu Spencer is a banking expert with a long business history in global fi nance. His life’s work has been centered on understanding credit cycles and their impact on local economies. The information contained in this article has been obtained from sources considered reliable, but the accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

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ON THE MOVE NEW HIRES/PROMOTIONS

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Dr. Louis Costa III has joined the practice of Beaufort Family Dentistry. Originally from Charleston, Costa received his undergraduate degree in biology from The Citadel and his doctor of dental medicine degree from the Medical University of South Carolina.

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Palmetto Dunes has hired Vanessa Castaneda as the new reservations manager. She will oversee resort sales. She attended Virginia Wesleyan College, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in political science.

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Palmetto Dunes has hired Brian Couey is the new director of food and beverage for the resort. Couey brings more than 19 years of hospitality experience to his role. He holds a bachelor of arts degree in economics from the University of North Carolina at Asheville.

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Beth Bouknight has joined the Palmetto Dunes team as marketing coordinator. Beth graduated from Clemson University with a degree in graphic communications in 2014. She has experience in magazine and print media, event planning and promotions. Brandon Childs joins First Citizens Bank in Bluffton as the

KEITH FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES OPENS Funeral director Jim Keith has opened Keith Funeral & Cremation Services at 63 Arrow Road on Hilton Head Island. Keith gives every family the option of having one of his licensed funeral directors visit your home to handle the initial arrangements. Many times there is no need for the family to ever step foot in the funeral home if that is their choice. If you decide to visit the funeral home, you will immediately notice it is not decorated in traditional gloomy colors that are often associated with other establishments. The chapel is small and intimate. Find more information online at www.keithfuneral.com.

newest fi nancial sales manager. Childs has 15 years in the banking/financial services industry. Most recently he was a private banker for Northern Trust in Houston, where he successfully focused on a client-fi rst strategy. BB&T-Carswell Insurance Services has named Deborah Durling to its commercial lines staff as a commercial account executive. Durling has more than 30 years of experience as a commercial insurance professional in the industry. Jerry Henderson, a former Beaufort Middle School assistant principal who has served for the past year as director of the Beaufort-Jasper Academy of Career Excellence, will be the next principal of H.E. McCracken Middle School in Bluffton. Henderson will replace Todd Bornscheuer, who has been named as the fi rst principal at May River High School, which is opening in August.

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Four people with a substantial range of backgrounds and talents have joined the board of directors of the Heritage Library on Hilton Head Island: • Alex Brown is a sixth-generation native islander and an executive at Camp Hilton Head, as well as chairman of the town Planning Commission. He brings a living sense of place to the library’s work in local history and genealogy. • Barrett Riordan moved to Hilton Head in 2010 after serving in senior positions in the federal government, as well as consulting in economics and teaching at several universities. He is a dedicated genealogist and has been writing grant applications for the library. • Richard Thomas, a global business executive and entrepreneur with major companies in four different industries, is the founder and president of Legacy Leadership of the Lowcountry, offering leadership and team development services based on historic events in this region and beyond. • Luana Graves Sellars cofounded and runs the Ronald Coleman early educational services companies and has considerable experience in media marketing and promotion. She has a special interest in the

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Mitchelville Preservation Project, of which the Heritage Library is a partner. Sellars will be completing the term of Dr. J. Brent Morris, history professor at University of South Carolina Beaufort, who will be moving to the library’s Advisory Board.

AWARDS & CERTIFICATIONS NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, recently announced the South Carolina winners of the Synovus Circle of Excellence Sales Awards. The awards recognize team members for exceeding sales goals and making exceptional contributions in areas such as winning new business, being a team player, maximizing cross-sell opportunities and enhancing shareholder value. The Bluffton branch earned the award as a top 10 performer of Synovus Bank’s more than 250 branches throughout the Southeast. Patrick Mouratoglou of Sophi Antipolis in the French Riviera has been named PTR Jim Verdieck Touring Coach of the Year. He hit his first tennis ball at age 6, and 20 years later began his coaching career. By 1996, he founded the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy, where he has coached many top players. Tom Ruth of Hilton Head Island has been named PTR Member of the Year for the state. This award is presented to a PTR member who has shown dedication and diligence in promoting and supporting tennis and PTR.

NEW STORE MANAGER AT THE BARGAIN BOX The Bargain Box, Hilton Head Island’s oldest thrift store, is pleased to announce its new store manager, Sandy Entrup. She was born and raised in New York and moved to Hilton Head in 1983. Entrup has worked in retail on the island for more than 30 years.

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BUSINESS REHAB HOSPITAL HOSTS GRAND OPENING CEREMONY A community grand opening ceremony for the Rehabilitation Hospital of Savannah, an affiliate of HealthSouth, was held in March. The event included hospital tours and a ribbon cutting ceremony with comments from Kathy Kleinsteuber, chief executive officer of the Rehabilitation Hospital of Savannah; Mark Tarr, executive vice president and chief operating officer of HealthSouth Corporation; Maggie Gill, chief executive officer o Memorial Health; and Congressman Buddy Carter.

Hilton Head Hospital Auxiliary donated $3,000 for the Children’s Memorial Garden. The Children’s Memorial Garden will be renovated this month, and the existing personalized memorial bricks will be replaced with more durable bricks that are better suited to endure all weather conditions. The $3,000 gift from the hospital auxiliary will cover the expense of engraving the 400 personalized memorial bricks. The Children’s Memorial Garden is a partnership with the Hilton Head Hospital, the auxiliary, Babies’ Alumni, and cofounders Amy Metzger and Julie Feldman. An annual ceremony is held on the first Sunday of May to honor and remember all who have passed. Houzz, the leading homeowner-to-homeowner website for home renovation and design, recently announced the community’s picks for Best of Houzz 2016 in North America. Coastal Signature Homes, a local custom homebuilder, has been selected for Customer Service honors in the Houzz annual survey of more than 35 million monthly users. Cross Schools’ K-8 headmistress, Shawn Young, was recently invited by SCISA to be part of the accreditation team for All Saint’s Episcopal Day School in Florence. Young was one of five heads of school and college professors in South Carolina to be selected to take part in the two-day process to determine eligibility of this school. Darrin “Larry” Moran of Coastal Carolina Insurance Group has

been awarded Top Captive Agent of the Year 2015 with Wellcare Health Plans of Georgia. The Smoke Free Lowcountry Coalition was recently awarded a $19,500 community partnership grant from the South Carolina Tobacco-Free Collaborative to address the impact of tobacco use in local communities. Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue held its Advancement and Awards Ceremony this February to recognize employees and citizens who, through exceptional dedication, hard work, courage or professional conduct, exemplify the highest ideals and standards of the fire service. Hilton Head Christian Academy graduate Mike Dillon and senior Mac Viljac have received their long-awaited and highly coveted academy nominations and will join the ranks of a select few invited to attend a military academy in 2016. The Government Finance Officers Association, the professional association of state and local finance officers of the United States and Canada, awarded the Town of Bluffton’s finance department one of its highest honors, the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award, for the town’s budget for fiscal year 2016. Terry Bennett, a 32-year education veteran and current director of grants management for the Beaufort County School District, was presented with a 2016 State Leadership Award by the National

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Association of Federal Education Program Administrators. NAFEPA presents the annual award to members who have assumed signi cant roles in supporting and promoting the activities and goals of state affiliate organizations. Hospice Care of the Lowcountry is proud to announce that Lynn and Kevin King have been selected as admirals of the 2016 Yacht Hop of Hilton Head. This annual event is Hospice Care of the Lowcountry’s largest fundraiser, making possible its work as the only independent nonprofit hospice south of the Broad River.

NEW BUSINESS Millie Burke and Michelle Ferguson have opened a Mercantile Fine Goods on Hilton Head Island. Both have backgrounds in retail and design. The store will carry home accessories, jewelry, handbags, candles, lotions and more. Their priority is to carry unique lines not available on Hilton Head.

BUSINESS NEWS Wexford Plantation Charitable Foundation hosted its fourth annual Grants Award Luncheon at the Wexford Clubhouse, sponsored by South State Bank. The Wexford Plantation Charitable Foundation awarded more than $100,000 to 16 local charities.

USCB PROGRAM CERTIFIES 500TH ISLAND AMBASSADOR Congratulations to the USCB Center for Event Management and Hospitality Training on certifying its 500th Island Ambassador. Island Ambassadors are certified upon completion of three seminars – Island Knowledge, Island Culture and Island Ecology. The seminars educate the Ambassadors on the island’s rich history, vast amenities, diverse culture and natural treasures. Island Ambassadors provide quality guest experiences and ensure Hilton Head Island remains a world class vacation destination.

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BUSINESS FIRM CONNECTS WORLD’S CAPITAL WITH LOCAL OPPORTUNITY EB Southeast Advisors is an international consulting firm with a focus on business acquisition and sales in the southeast United States. The firm assists buyers and sellers of hospitality, restaurant and transportation businesses and related sectors. The firm also specializes in opportunities for foreign EB 5 investment. Connecting the world’s capital with your local opportunity. Buy or sell with EB! Email info@ebsoutheastadvisors.com or visit www.ebsoutheastadvisors.com for more information.

The Arts & Cultural Council of Hilton Head enters its fourth year with a new logo, new officers and a public comprehensive arts calendar available online at www.hiltonheadartsdaily.org/calendar. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. John Searles and nurse practitioner Jessica Lowther will begin to see patients at SunGate Medical Group’s new Island Medical Spa in Beaufort. Beachside Tire and Auto, owned and operated by Sam Johnson and serving Hilton Head and the surrounding areas since 2001, is excited to partner up with longtime employee Jeremy Vane to open a new second location in Bluffton. Parker’s recently opened a new drive-thru retail location in Okatie, near the entrance to Callawassie Island. The location is the company’s 44th convenience store and its 10th in South Carolina. Covert Aire launched Operation Warm Up in November with support from several other companies. The goal was to make sure those in need had heat in their homes. Through the program, the Bluffton-based heating and air company donated more than $10,000 to fix, replace and repair the HVAC systems in almost a dozen area homes this winter. Dr. Gary Thomas recently attended the inaugural American Society of Hematology meeting on hematologic malignancies in Chicago. February was a notable month for land preservation in Beaufort County. The Rural

and Critical Land Preservation Program closed several important land projects, bringing the total number of acres protected through the program to more than 23,600. Vincent Angelino received appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis. In addition to this prestigious achievement, Angelino has been accepted to The University of South Carolina and Clemson University. As recognition of his JROTC service, he received one of 20 ROTC nominations to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. In addition to his academic and JROTC excellence, Angelino is a frequent volunteer for Hospice Care of the Lowcountry, where he has participated in ceremonies to honor veteran patients, presenting certificates, blankets and pins showing appreciation for their service. Community Foundation of the Lowcountry awarded $228,953 in grants to seven nonprofit organizations implementing projects that will positively impact Beaufort County. The awards were presented at a luncheon held on Mar. 23, 2016 at Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks restaurant in Hilton Head Island. The organizations and their projects are the Coastal Discovery Museum ($45,000), Friends of the Savannah Coastal Wildlife Refuges, Inc. ($37,000), Heritage Library Foundation ($15,595), Hope Haven of the Lowcountry, Inc. ($66,835), The Literacy Center ($36,813), SC Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics ($10,000) and the Waddell Mariculture Fund of the Community Foundation ($17,710) to purchase a new seawater filter that will expand its fish production ability.

MARK YARBROUGH CREATIVE SOLUTIONS NOW OPEN After 12 successful years as the director of marketing for The Salty Dog, Mark Yarbrough has started Mark Yarbrough Creative Solutions. Specializing in combining graphic design, social media, photography and brand development into results that utilize his extensive experience in the Hilton Head market, the company has established relationships with Annie O’s and Delishee Yo on Hilton Head as well as real estate and insurance firms in the Atlanta area 62 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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Time to call a lawyer WHEN LIFE REQUIRES THE HELP OF A LEGAL PROFESSIONAL BY DEAN ROWLAND

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xpert legal services are not a dime a dozen, despite advertising you might see on television. One call doesn’t necessarily mean that’s all. Nor will it necessarily mean your complicated legal scenario will end well. If the decision you’re facing is whether to contact a lawyer, don’t assume you can handle the issue yourself. Legal issues, laws, regulations, statutes and provisions are more extensive and sometimes more confusing than you’d think — and in many cases, they should be left to the professionals. Except for a simple tickets for things like a traffic violation or littering, or other disputes like a small claims court case or a minor lawsuit you don’t plan on contesting, there is no black and white in the legal system. Interpretation, nuance, paperwork, case files and judicial process all come into play. Even if you know what your objective is in a legal matter, you don’t necessarily know how to reach it. Contact a lawyer who specializes in your situation. You should also contact a lawyer if you are filing immigration applications to bring a loved one into the country, facing divorce and child custody issues, are buying or closing on a real estate transaction, are experiencing cyberspace conflicts, are charged with driving under the influence, or have suffered unfair workplace termination. Once you’ve made the decision to contact a lawyer, don’t look for the biggest ad in the yellow pages or the flashiest webpage on the Internet, or rely on how many times you’ve seen the lawyer’s ad on TV. The checklist for doing your due diligence in selecting a lawyer should include reviewing their credentials, experience, education, cost, accessibility, company size, referrals, specialization and reputation in the business community. Less tangible aspects to consider are the lawyer’s compassion, passion and trust. Certainly contact your local or state bar association if you have any questions. Here’s a handful of real-life legal circumstances that require a lawyer.

ALL IN THE FAMILY Family law in Beaufort County covers a lot of ground, from divorce and child custody to child support and visitation rights. Add on adoptions, name changes, guardianship, spousal support, palimony, domestic violence and property settlement — which means there’s a lot of room for a labyrinth of complexities. In South Carolina, the average divorce rate is about 8 percent per 1,000 inhabitants. There are five legal grounds for divorce in our state: adultery, desertion, physical cruelty, habitual drunkenness or drug abuse, and living separate and apart. Fault or no-fault grounds are allowed, or you can base your divorce on the fact that you’ve been separated from your spouse for at least one year. April 2016 67

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Your divorce judge is required by South Carolina to make an “equitable distribution” of your marital property. This means you will receive what the judge decides is “fair” in your circumstances. A skilled divorce attorney may be able to get a better divorce settlement for you. When it comes to child custody, South Carolina courts begin with a presumption that it’s best for a child to have frequent and continuing contact with both parents after a divorce. If possible, judges want to support joint custody arrangements. The state requires all parents to support their children. The amount of child support depends primarily on each parent’s income and other resources and how much time each parent spends with the children.

CLOSING ON THE REAL DEAL State law requires that a fourth party attend the closing on a residential or commercial property: a real estate lawyer. The buyer, the seller and the lender also will be present. Most closings are smooth and over within an hour or two. But complications can implode the process in an instant. State law requires that sellers provide a disclosure form to buyers that includes details on the property, including: • defects in the roof, foundation and electrical systems, • information on the heating source and water supply, • conditions such as termites, • nuisances such as noise or odor, • lawsuits that could affect title to the property, and • built-in systems and fixtures, such as a pool or sump pump. In addition, if your house was built before 1978 you must comply with federal Title X disclosures regarding lead-based paint and hazards.

NONE FOR THE ROAD OK, don’t drink and drive. Pretty simple, pretty prudent. Pulled over and know you’re buzzed, if not loaded? If convicted, expect to spend between 48 hours and 30 days in jail, as well as community service, $400 to $1,000 in fines and a six-month license revocation. If you’re busted for second or third time, you can kiss your life as you know it goodbye.

JOB DISSATISFACTION Have you ever felt you’ve been treated unfairly because of your race, age, gender, nationality, religion, sexual discrimination, harassment, disability or familial status? Generally, this means you feel you are being treated differently than your work peers without performance issues or may be over-

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looked for promotions despite having the necessary qualifications. Protect your legal rights in the workplace and consider filing a claim.

PAPER TRAILS ACROSS THE BORDER Whether you’re trying to get a loved one into the country, are a business owner who needs help with employment-based immigration, or are being detained in a contested immigration proceeding, you should seek help from a law firm with attorneys who are experienced and specialize in this field One of the most obvious examples, enacted a few years ago, is that South Carolina police are no longer allowed to detain someone simply to check their immigration status. If you want to come to the United States, immigration lawyers can help determine your eligibility for various types of visas and guide you through the application process. If you've already arrived in the United States, an immigration attorney can determine whether you're eligible for permanent residency and if you can bring family members into the country to live with you. Immigration law firms can also work with individuals who have entered the country illegally, overstayed their visas or violated the conditions of their visas and are facing deportation. The percentage of immigrants living in South Carolina has nearly doubled over the past dozen years to 5 percent in 2012, census figures show. And about one-quarter of the state's 222,000 immigrants are believed to be living here illegally. Immigrants make up 6.3 percent of our workforce, and 3 percent of them are unauthorized, according to the Pew Hispanic Center. Amendments to the South Carolina Illegal Immigration and Reform Act in 2011 requires all employers to enroll in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system and submit information on all new employees within three days of hiring.

INTRIGUE ON THE INTERNET There are three types of internet law: information technology that governs the digital distribution of data and software; cyber laws that involve issues related to the use of the Internet; and computer laws that relate to patent and copyright uses of computer technology and software. Another host of rules involve access, privacy, spamming, censorship, intellectual property and encryption. The unique globality of the Internet also involves jurisdictional issues. That can make prosecuting hate crimes, cyberbullying, fraud, e-commerce violations, cyber-terrorism and other online issues difficult, and best left to lawyers. Just remember that Internet law moves faster than a click on the keyboard.

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Hilton Head Island again becomes the center of the golf universe as the world's top players return for one of the most historic and respected events on the PGA Tour.

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2014 RBC Heritage champion Matt Kuchar begins last year's tournament week with the ceremonial tee shot into Calibogue Sound. PHOTO BY ARNO DIMMLING

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HERITAGE HISTORY The dates were Nov. 27-30, 1969, Thanksgiving weekend, and innovative Sea Pines designer Charles Fraser gave the fi rst tournament on the newly-created Harbour Town Golf Links a traditional twist by calling it the "Heritage Classic.” Back then, nearly everyone had to reach for a map to discover Hilton Head’s whereabouts. Would anyone show up on Thanksgiving weekend, especially to a remote, unknown spot? And would the world’s top golfers want to be challenged by a new, unfamiliar course? Still, the best in the game came. The king, Arnold Palmer, and the equally great Jack Nicklaus, who helped design Harbour Town along with young Pete Dye, were among the fi rst to commit. Then, good fortune smiled on the Harbour Town Golf Links when Palmer went on to win that initial Heritage, his fi rst victory in 14 months, and the media cranked out volume of glowing copy about Palmer's victory, Dye's superb, new links course and Hilton Head Island. Since that humble beginning, the tournament, of course, has changed with the

times. From those early Thanksgiving dates, it's been moved to a more advantageous date, the week after the Masters in April. The purse mushroomed from the original $100,000 (with Palmer winning only $20,000) to $5.9 million in 2015. The crowds and media exposure have also kept pace. Some 100,000 fans attend the tournament each year, with CBS and The Golf Channel blocking out 15 hours of live TV coverage. These TV signals are transmitted globally to Europe, South America and the Orient. All of this exposure translates into a

stream of tourism and sales that pump the economics of both Hilton Head Island and the state of South Carolina. A 2010 Clemson Economic Impact Study found that the tournament infuses $96 million into the state each year. The tournament is proud of its champions, some of the most distinguished players in golf’s history. Palmer, Nicklaus, Bernhard Langer, Johnny Miller, Greg Norman, Nick Price, Tom Watson, Davis Love III and the late Payne Stewart are just a few of the names inscribed upon the champions' trophy.

THE COURSE

The RBC Heritage has called the Harbour Town Golf Links at The Sea Pines Resort home since the ﬁ rst tournament was played in 1969. Harbour Town Golf Links is recognized as one of America’s top courses, and is repeatedly selected by the PGA Tour professionals as one of their favorites. It was named one of the top 20 courses in the country by Golf Digest and Golf Weekly, named No. 14 on a list of "America's 100 Greatest Courses You Can Play" by Golf Digest, and named No. 39 on the list of "Best 75 Golf Resorts in North America." The Sea Pines Resort occupies 5,000 acres on the southern tip of Hilton Head Island. It offers accommodations, recreation and sports amenities unequaled by any other PGA Tour stop in the country.

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anchor For the 48th year, all local eyes turn to the RBC Heritage golf tournament BY LISA ALLEN | PHOTOS BY ARNO DIMMLING

The Heritage put Hilton Head on the map as a tourist spot in 1969, and it’s the event that keeps us on televisions around the world for one weekend in April.

nce again, Hilton Head Island will be riding a little lower the third week of April as more than 100,000 people fl ock to the south end of the island for the PGA Tour’s RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing, held at Harbour Town Golf Links at Sea Pines Resort. For 48 years, the tournament has been the party of the year, drawing locals and visitors from around the country to the nicest, friendliest tournament on the tour, played on one of its quirkiest courses. Just a shade over 7,000 yards, the Pete Dye-designed masterpiece forces players to use fi nesse, not brawn, to card birdies. Unpredictable breezes from Calibogue Sound keep the contest interesting right until the fi nal putt on the last round. But the tournament is much more than a golf competition in these parts. It’s the event that put Hilton Head on the map as a tourist spot in 1969, and it’s the event that keeps us on televisions around the world, framing an instantly recognized red-andwhite lighthouse as a backdrop. It’s the party of the season with social events, planned and impromptu, packing the week. The fi rst Heritage, deemed the Heritage Classic to give it heft, was held on Thanksgiving Day weekend in 1969. Sea Pines founder Charles Fraser could not have scripted a better first chapter for the fl edging resort island. Arnold Palmer regained his status as a champion after a troubling winless streak, holding aloft the trophy with that picturesque lighthouse in the background. Ever since, the Heritage has been the highlight of the year for players, residents and visitors.

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The tournament is also a highlight for area cash registers. Just as toy sellers rely on Christmas sales to shore up their proﬁ ts, local business and charities rely on the Heritage for a large share of their annual revenue. The week stuffs county tills with $75 million from hotel rooms and restaurant tabs to bike rentals and Salty Dog T-shirts. (Seriously, doesn’t everyone already have one?) Another $21 million wanders just past Beaufort County’s borders, bringing the event’s money generation to $96 million a year, according to a study by Clemson University and the University of South Carolina Beaufort. That’s not counting the millions in local sales taxes. The crowds, more than three-quarters of whom attend the tournament year after year, are a merchant’s dream: 63 percent of the spectators have an annual income over $100,000, 52 percent are 50 and older and 73 percent have a four-year college degree. Not only is the tournament a boon to local businesses and governments, but it spreads its wealth, showering nonproﬁ t groups with $34 million since the foundation was formed in 1987. The tournament bestowed $2.4 million to local charities in 2015, ranging from concession proceeds for eight local service clubs to its annual scholarship program, said Steve Wilmot, tournament director.

Never satisfied

The Heritage, as it’s locally known, gets better every year, thanks to the work of 11 full-time tournament employees, a half a dozen interns and an army of 1,200 volunteers. “The staff is challenged every year to come up with ways to make the tournament better. We’ve learned not to be complacent or content,” Wilmot said. “Let’s not do it just because we’ve always done it that way.” Wilmot said that point was made abundantly clear in 2011 when for the ﬁ rst time the tournament couldn’t ﬁ nd a sponsor to replace Verizon, which announced 18 months earlier it would cease its title sponsorship after a 22-year run. April 2016 81

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At first, no one thought much of it, convinced finding a replacement would be easy. It was anything but. The tournament had no sponsor in 2011 and had to use its reserves and plead for help from state and local government to keep the tournament going. “We learned a lot from that,” Wilmot said. While trying to woo a new title sponsor, Wilmot heard more than once that Hilton Head Island was showing its age. “As they said, sponsors were used to staying at Ritz-Carltons at other tournaments. We couldn‘t compete.” With added persuasion from Gov. Nikki Haley and U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, the tournament brokered a five-year deal with RBC and Boeing to serve as joint title sponsors in 2012. But the near miss shook the entire island. In the few years since, every major resort on the island, including Sea Pines, launched massive renovation projects. Sea Pines tore down the two clubhouses serving its three courses and rebuilt them, spending tens of millions of dollars. It closed Harbour Town for months last year and replaced its turf from tee to green and overhauled its irrigation system. Westin, Omni and Sonesta poured millions into renovations at their Hilton Head properties. “When Sea Pines did its renovations, it helped the Westin. When the Westin renovated its property, it helped the Omni, then the Omni helped Sonesta, and so on,” Wilmot said. After that sobering lesson from the sponsor search, the tournament — not to mention the rest of the island — doesn’t take anything for granted. “We’re good through 2017, but we’re

already working on beyond that,” Wilmot said. The tournament has hired Populous, a Kansas City-based design and consulting firm that has helped stage several Super Bowls and the Olympics in London and Sydney. “We want fresh eyes to look at the tournament,” Wilmot said. The tournament often has to juggle competing desires from the PGA Tour, spectators, sponsors, area residents and local governments. It’s a careful balancing act, Wilmot said, especially since the tournament means so much to the local economy, perhaps more so than the PGA Tour’s 41 other tournaments. “We are a destination event,” Wilmot said. “For example, for tournaments in places like Atlanta, spectators eat breakfast at home, go to the tournament and are home in time for dinner. They don’t add a lot to the local economy. Here, the tournament means home rentals, hotel rooms, rental cars, restaurant meals, charter boat trips and rounds at area golf courses. Its impact on the local economy is huge." Keeping the tournament fresh is a challenge because of space limitations. The course is landlocked, lined with 600 homes amid an even larger resort. It’s further hemmed in by the Calibogue Sound on its southern tip. Populous will evaluate the event from the eyes of spectators. “What are the entry points? How do they look? How well do they function? That’s what Populous will help us with,” Wilmot said. Any changes will be thoroughly reviewed with all interested parties considered.

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Southern charm

It isn’t just the course or the location that makes the Heritage a popular event for PGA Tour players. It’s the atmosphere. Players love the Heritage because it comes on the heels of the pressure cooker known as the Masters and its ambiance is just the opposite. As two-time Heritage champion Stewart Cink once said, "It's the anti-Augusta." Many players bring their families and rent a home on the beach to combine family time and golf. Several players have been spotted tooling around the island on bikes with their families. Beyond the beautiful area, it’s the Southern hospitality extended to everyone that makes the Heritage stand out for players, sponsors and spectators. That atmosphere doesn’t happen by chance. The scores of volunteers are trained about the tournament and the area so they can answer any question and help people find their way around. They are friendly and polite, welcoming and warm. For example, the tournament enlisted a local Kiwanis club just to help people park and lock their bikes if they arrive via two wheels. The effort is worth it to the local area. As Wilmot said, “When those camera lights come on and people see that lighthouse, that is Hilton Head. And it’s being seen by millions of people around the world. We couldn’t pay for that kind of coverage.” May the party never end. M April 2016 83

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Contenders BY JAMES MCMAHON

to win the 2016 tournament

Not that far removed from an unsure future without a sponsor and the brief loss of its longtime spot on the PGA Tour calendar following the Masters, the current climate around the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing can only be described in glowing terms.

THE ABSENT DEFENDER For the first time in a long time, the keeper of the tartan jacket will not be on hand to defend his Heritage title. Furyk, a two-time RBC champion, recently had surgery on an injured wrist and is unlikely to return to the tour circuit until sometime in May. Healthy, he would have been among the short list of favorites given his strong record at Harbour Town, and he will certainly be missed among the field of contenders for this year’s title.

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ith RBC as the sponsor, some of golf’s most notable names, including the likes of Jason Day, Ernie Els and Luke Donald, are guaranteed participants. The host golf course — Harbour Town Golf Links — is unlike any other venue on tour, and continues to be carefully cared for and invested in by the Sea Pines Resort. Additionally, Hilton Head itself remains a respected respite from the pressures of Augusta National and the ultra-competitive Florida swing that precedes it for many of the game’s best players. So for the 48th consecutive year, many of the game’s brightest young stars and savviest veterans (including a current Ryder Cup captain) descend upon the Carolina Lowcountry for a relaxed celebration of golf that will once again follow the high-pressure environment of Augusta National. Indeed, the Masters and the Heritage couldn’t be more opposite from one another as professional golf tournaments, but they are a reminder that golf can be many things to many people — and that includes the best players in the world. Perhaps that’s why the Heritage celebrates the everyman champions like Davis Love III, Boo Weekley and Jim Furyk. It’s certainly among the reasons we toast Harbour Town Golf Links and appreciate our Canadian sponsors each and every time the cannon blows, launching the annual PGA Tour event. So who will we be cheering on during this year’s edition of the RBC Heritage? There are many familiar faces and certainly some new ones. But as always, the field is strong, deep and full of dozens of players capable of donning the tartan jacket following Sunday’s final round. Here’s a quick look at the players to watch along the shores of the Calibogue Sound between April 11th and 17th. 84 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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RBC AMBASSADORS JASON DAY The third wheel of the best player in the world discussion, Day could have easily won several majors last year instead of just the PGA Championship he ultimately claimed. Albeit with limited starts, Day’s 2016 isn’t off to an opening similar to the way 2015 finished. As of the middle of March, the Aussie had only one top 10 on tour and famously missed the cut in his defense of the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego back in January That said, anyone sleeping on Day at this year’s Heritage would be making a mistake. As a ball striker, Day is in an elite category, and if he can get right on the small Harbour Town greens, he will be tough to beat. Motivation is never an issue for the world’s third-ranked golfer, but given the Spieth/McIlroy shadow he’s been operating in the past couple months, he’s sure to be supremely motivated regardless of how things go at Augusta the week before the Heritage.

GRAEME MCDOWELL This side of Love and Furyk, it’s hard to imagine a game more suited to Harbour Town than the one McDowell brings. The 2013 Heritage champion returns to Hilton Head searching for his first meaningful PGA Tour victory since that Hilton Head triumph (McDowell won the OHL Mayakoba Classic last November). Like Day, McDowell hadn’t played much in the United States heading into the Florida swing and has mixed results to show for the efforts he’s put in. The Irishman finished fifth at the Honda Classic in February, but missed the cut at the Sony Open back in January and failed to contend at the recent WGC Cadillac Championship at Doral. Still, McDowell’s accuracy off the tee and typically strong iron play will again serve him well at Harbour Town. The question, as it typically is, will be whether or not he can roll his ball effectively enough to contend. McDowell currently ranks 138th in Strokes Gained Putting and only 38th in overall putting statistics. If the former Heritage champion can get things going on the greens like he did during his final round rally in 2013, he’s a legit threat to win a second title. Otherwise, he’ll likely be just another big name in the middle of the Heritage pack.

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MATT KUCHAR As of mid-March, Kuchar was a player in search of answers. Well, what better place than Harbour Town to discover the game that appears to have alienated one of the game’s finest players during the past year? The man galleries affectionately call “Kuch” hasn’t won since his 2014 Heritage triumph. Kuchar’s best finish on the tour this year is an eighthplace showing at the Northern Trust Open. His nearly two-year victory drought (through the Valspar Championship) is a direct product of inconsistency off the tee and less-than-stellar performances with his irons — a combination that doesn’t work well at Harbour Town. Never a long hitter, Kuchar ranks 163 in driving distance and has further complicated that issue by hitting only slightly more than 60 percent of the fairways this year. All that said, the seven-time PGA Tour winner is a proven commodity on Hilton Head and shouldn’t be discounted as a threat to win a second title with some improvement off the tee and from the fairways.

ERNIE ELS Coming off one of his least productive years on the PGA Tour, Els is certainly far removed from his prime playing days. His best 2016 finish thus far is a tie for 26th at the Northern Trust Open, and the South African hasn’t won on tour since 2012. Despite those struggles, The Big Easy remains among the most popular players on the tour, and certainly has a strong history of competing at Harbour Town, earning more than $1.3 million in his career at the Pete Dye course. Adding to that total this year may be a tough ask for the smooth-swinging Els. The once accurate golfer is hitting fewer than 50 percent of his fairways, ranking him 208th in driving accuracy on tour. Those struggles off the tee have affected Els’ scoring opportunities as he ranks only 188th in greens in regulation. If those issues persist during Heritage week, expect Els to be a Friday casualty to the cut. BRANDT SNEDEKER Recently ranked as high as third in the FedEx Cup standings, Snedeker is enjoying a strong start similar to what he had in

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2015 before things unraveled a bit down the stretch. Snedeker already has one title — the Farmers Insurance Open — and a pair of additional top 5 finishes, including a playoff loss at the Sony Open back in January. As one might expect, the biggest reason for the 2011 Heritage champion’s success this year has been a putter that has returned to its stellar pre2015 form. Snedeker currently ranks sixth in strokes gained putting and third in overall putting. That deftness with the flatstick has helped overcome some accuracy issues, especially from the tee box. The eight-time PGA Tour winner ranks in the 160s in driving accuracy, subsequently affecting his ability to hit greens in regulation (ranks only 44th). Those accuracy issues certainly don’t play well around Harbour Town, but if Snedeker can clean it up some and stay hot on the greens, he is a real threat to join the fraternity of players with multiple Heritage titles that includes Love, Weekley, Furyk, Tom Watson and Payne Stewart.

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DAVIS LOVE III “The King” may have won the first Heritage tournament, but it’s Love who has reigned over this event since his first victory here back in 1987. A five-time Heritage winner, including his first-ever victory on the PGA Tour, Love is among the most beloved and classiest players to have walked Dye’s links in the nearly five decades of the event. That said, don’t for a minute confuse Love’s appearance at this year’s Heritage as a career achievement award. The U.S. Ryder Cup captain became one of the five oldest players to win a PGA Tour event last year when he claimed the Wyndham Championship. That victory earned Love a two-year tour exemption, and a treasured trip to the Masters. It also guaranteed him another shot at a sixth tartan jacket after missing last year’s event due to injury. At 51 years old (Love will turn 52 during the Heritage) and with his demanding Ryder Cup duties, Love has made only six starts on tour this year. While his best finish was a tie for 29th at the Hyundai Tournament of Champions, he hasn’t missed a cut all year. His game needs to sharpen considerably, but there’s no denying Love’s magic at Harbour Town. Anyone willing to bet a mortgage against him? April 2016 87

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BOO WEEKLEY The two-time everyman Heritage champion enjoys a lively following at Harbour Town that is matched only by Love. Regardless of whether he’s in contention or not, the Florida native is serenaded by chants of “Boo” throughout his annual visit to Hilton Head, and 2016 will be no different — regardless of how he plays. The question is whether the threetime PGA Tour winner can pull his game together in time to compete for a third tartan jacket. A pair of top 10s notwithstanding, Weekley has missed the cut in six of his 11 starts during the wraparound season. That slump includes 36-hole exits in five of Weekley’s past six starts dating back to mid-January. Weekley, who hasn’t won since the 2014 Colonial Invitational, has struggled with multiple aspects of his game, most notably around the greens, where he ranks only 125th in total putting. Poor iron play has exacerbated the flatstick issues as Weekley has hit only slightly more than 65 percent of greens in regulation this season. That’s a combination that will make it difficult for him to contend this season regardless of how hard the galleries cheer him on. BILL HAAS The current pride of the Palmetto State, Haas comes to Hilton Head with a game that is rounding into form, and with the potential to challenge for his first Heritage title. Haas, the son of longtime Hilton Head favorite Jay Haas, ranked 20th in the FedEx Cup heading into the Arnold Palmer Invitational in mid-March. The former FedEx Cup champion already has three top 10 finishes this year and recently lost in a playoff to Charl Schwartzel at the Valspar Championship in Tampa. Haas ranks among the top 50 in key stats such as driving accuracy, greens in regulation, scrambling and scoring average. A less than impressive plus-100 ranking in putting has held him back from a victory, but there’s plenty of reason to expect a breakthrough in the near future. If the 34-year-old can bring that same game to Harbour Town, where his results have been mixed, he can be a real threat to do what his father Jay never could — claim a tartan jacket.

SO WHO WINS?

Come on, this is the PGA Tour — anyone’s guess is as good as the next. Proverbial gun to head, however, I have to think a player of Jason Day’s skill level, shot-making ability and confidence is due to win on a course as difficult and unique as Harbour Town. A Day victory would only add to the legendary list of Heritage winners, but regardless of who claims the 2016 title, Hilton Head’s signature event has never been in better standing than it is right now. M 88 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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Grandstanding BY BECCA EDWARDS

See and be seen at the Heritage

have a confession to make. I have been attending the Heritage golf tournament for 20 years and I might be able to count the number of times I’ve seen a ball arc through the air on one hand. (As for counting the number of cocktails I’ve had at the tournament, well, let’s just say I would need more hands.) I’m fairly certain I’m not alone on this one. After all, the Heritage has a longstanding reputation for being a “see and be seen” grandstanding event. “Sure, the Heritage is an opportunity to walk around a pretty course with welldressed people and once in a while a golf ball flies by,” said Peter Keber. “But I do it a little differently than most people. I’ve been going with my dad for the past 20 years and we follow the golf for the first three days. Of course, you can’t go past the 10th or 16th without getting stopped a million times and having a million conversations. It’s like the golf ‘barmuda’ triangle.” But on Saturday, when Keber’s dad is golfed-out, he enters fun strategy-mode. “You get there around lunch and time it with the food and cocktails, then do the loop going down the front nine and then the back nine, and then end at Harbour Town.”

“It’s one of my favorite times of the year,” said Angela McSwain, marketing director for the Heritage Classic Foundation. “And you don’t have to care about golf to enjoy the Heritage. You simply care about living here.” According to McSwain, the foundation has distributed more than $32 million to charities throughout South Carolina and Georgia since 1987, and since 1993, 267 high school seniors have received more than $3.7 million in four-year college scholarships. In 2015 alone, the foundation helped facilitate $2.6 million in donations, the Birdies for Charity program collected $230,000 in pledge donations — bringing the total to $5 million since it was created in 2000 — and the nonprofit groups that man the tournament concession stands made $187,973 for their charities. Overall, a 2010 Clemson Economic Impact study found that the tournament infuses $96 million into the state each and every year, according to the Heritage website. Both McSwain and Keber regard the Heritage as a celebratory countdown to summer. “Everyone you haven’t seen all winter finally emerges,” Keber said. “And you see people you haven’t seen in years,” added McSwain.

Margot Brown, director of development and finance for Hilton Head Preparatory School, helps manage the Prep booth between the 17th hole and 18th green near the Grey Goose tent. “In addition to raising $25,000 to $30,000 for the school, Heritage is like a reunion for me,” she said. “You see someone one year and they are engaged, the next they’re married, and the next they have a child in a stroller. It’s fun to see the progression of life. It’s why we say, ‘Have a happy Heritage.’” M April 2016 89

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RBC Heritage choreographs an ever-growing vehicle ballet

he best thing about the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing is that it gets a little better every year. This year, one big improvement will be parking. Hilton Head Island officials and tournament planners came up with a plan this year to accommodate parking for the 100,000 people who enjoy tournament week. That’s a lot of cars. They added a second shuttle on the south end of the island and extended all shuttle hours to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Sunday, much later than last year’s cut off just after the last round. Attendees can catch the shuttle either at Coligny Beach or the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Parking and the shuttles are free. Shuttles begin at 6:30 a.m. and run until 9:30 p.m. You do not have to have a tournament ticket to ride the shuttles, so more people can enjoy the energy that stems from Hilton Head’s biggest party. Shuttles will drop you off at the heart of the event in Harbour Town. The new shuttle from Coligny is perfect for island residents. And the later hours give tournament-goers plenty of time to enjoy the post-round festivities with thousands of fellow golf fans as they mingle around Sea Pines. After all, it’s the local shops, restaurants and pubs that make Hilton Head unique and the Heritage special. The new plan is likely to make a lot of people happy. “We’re very excited to embark on a new joint venture between ourselves, the RBC Heritage and the Town of Hilton Head Island,” said Coligny Plaza owner JR Richardson. “It not only helps locals and visitors get in and out of the tournament with ease, it also gives them so much more to do and experi-

ence before and after the tournament.” Not to worry, parking will be reserved for those headed to the beach or to Coligny-area businesses. “Everyone wins with this new service. Fans have a new option for getting there, tournament officials offer an additional parking resource, and south end businesses get to see an even greater bump during the tournament," said Hilton Head Island town manager Steve Riley. It’s a vast improvement over years past. For much of the tournament’s 48-year history, thousands of cars streamed into Sea Pines in pursuit of a course-side parking spot. It meant residents of Sea Pines were essentially trapped in their homes for a week, peering out their windows at gridlock from dawn to dark. But then Mother Nature intervened in 2014 by pelting the island with inches of rain that turned Sea Pines lots and lawns into mud bogs that sucked up some cars to their axles. Tournament organizers enlisted their back-up plan for the second half of the tournament and deployed shuttles from drier areas, like the high school and Honey Horn. They used that plan again in 2015, making the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn the parking area. Sea Pines residents were elated. However, the free shuttles ran from 30 minutes before the first tee times to until just after the last round ended. That meant most spectators streamed north to their cars immediately after play ended for the day and didn’t return — leaving local businesses high and dry each evening. Tournament planners recognized this problem and added the second shuttle spot and extended free shuttle hours this year.

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THE BIKE BRIGADE And in typical Heritage over-the-topSouthern-hospitality-fashion, Kiwanis Club volunteers will help riders get their bikes squared away at any of the above locations so they don’t have to worry about it as they soak up some great golf.

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Simon Fraser loves playing the Harbour Town Golf Links with his 11 handicap, especially the four majestic and challenging par 3s and hole No. 6.

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he love of the course runs deep in the entire Fraser family, ever since Arnold Palmer took his first swing at the inaugural Heritage Classic golf tournament on Hilton Head in 1969, pocketing $20,000 as the winner. The PGA Heritage Classic tournament was born that year, and has been a beloved tour stop ever since for the pros, their families and the community. April 2016 95

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Fraser’s father, Joseph, and his uncle, Charles, were shakers and movers from the beginning, and Simon wanted to ensure the family’s legacy by stepping in in the mid-1980s when the tournament sponsorship and the tournament itself were under siege financially and clouded with uncertainty. Yes, golfing is fun. But golf, especially for a golf course community like Hilton Head that hosts a PGA Tour venue, is big business, too. Thanks to the Heritage Classic Foundation, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, the tournament hasn’t missed a beat — but only barely. Like any world-class champion player who occasionally drives into a water hazard or sees his competitive ranking sink, the tournament has seen its share of struggles. “It’s important to keep the tradition of the Heritage golf tournament alive,” said Fraser, foundation board chairman for the past 10 years and the foundation’s attorney when it was founded in 1987. He became a trustee a few years later. “It’s important because of the impact to the community and the charities,” he said. “And there’s a lot of personal history relating to family ties to the tournament. … I’d be fooling myself and everyone else if I didn’t say the legacy is very important to me personally.” That legacy nearly snapped in the mid-1980s when the Sea Pines Company, the host sponsor, filed for bankruptcy. The PGA Tour reached out to Heritage organizers and said, “‘Listen, we’re not going to sign an agreement with a bankrupt entity to host and sponsor a golf tournament; you’re going to have to provide some financial guarantee,’” Fraser recalled. The nonprofit Heritage Classic Foundation was founded by necessity in 1987, putting up a $1 million guarantee as host sponsor, enlisting MCI as title sponsor and shaking hands with the PGA Tour to keep the tournament swinging away. Later, MCI was purchased by WorldCom, which eventually went bankrupt. Verizon snatched up WorldCom in 2006 and backed away from tournament sponsorship in 2010. The foundation dipped into its own pockets and hosted the tournament without a title sponsor the following year. “A major milestone was surviving 2011 when we didn’t have a title sponsor, and then getting RBC and Boeing the

“Our main focus for the next several years is making sure the tournament is secure moving forward”

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subsequent year,” Fraser said. That RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing partnership remains today. “The foundation is important because the golf tournament is important,” said Fraser, a partner at Fraser & Allen law firm on the island. “You can’t separate the foundation from the golf tournament. “Our main focus for the next several years is making sure the tournament is secure moving forward,” he said. Giving back to the community and its charities always has been a constant for the tournament host sponsor and the foundation. “Beginning with the very first tournament, we made money to give away to charity,” said Fraser, noting the Heritage tallied its first $1 million in charitable dollars about three years after its PGA Tour debut. To date, the foundation has distributed more than $32 million to about 40 charities. The foundation’s giving programs award 15 percent matching funds through its ”Birdies for Charity” partnership with the PGA and its Heritage Champions Fore Charity program. “A lot of the giving today is determined by people who actually give money to be matched,” Fraser said. Over the years, the organization has typically assisted local and regional charities in the fields of health, welfare, children,

youth activities and education. It also supports the Players Amateur tournament, the South Carolina Congressional Cup, the Sea Pines Junior Heritage and the South Carolina Juniors Championship. The foundation also sponsors its own four-year college scholarship program, which has distributed $3.7 million to 267 students since 1993. After a three-year hiatus, the foundation has restored the Tartan Club this year. Members make an annual contribution to the club and, if interested, can purchase a “high-end hospitality ticket” for the tournament. All donations and special ticket proceeds raise money for the foundation’s college scholarship program, Fraser said. “We kind of see our role, first and foremost, as raising money for charity, second is its economic impact for our region, and third is frankly, publicity for our region,” he said. After all, who in Minnesota or Scotland on a cold, rainy spring day hasn’t watched the tournament on TV and wished they could be enjoying Hilton Head’s 75-degree weather, with the glorious lighthouse and Calibogue Sound as a visual backdrop? For more information on the Heritage Classic Foundation, visit www.heritageclassicfoundation.com. M

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Well-coordinated army of volunteers help annual RBC Heritage tournament go off without a hitch ince its inception in 1969, the RBC Heritage golf tournament has attracted some of the biggest names in professional golf, including Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Payne Stewart, Boo Weekley and Jim Furyk, who have all won the tournament at some point. While the spotlight is, understandably, focused on the pro golfers who compete in the tournament, far less attention is paid to the well-coordinated army of volunteers who help the Heritage go off without a hitch — many of whom return to volunteer year after year. Committed volunteers are absolutely essential to a golf tournament like the Heritage, which is held over a weeklong period and boasts a number of critical events, from the opening ceremony to the pro-ams to the tournament itself. “Our volunteers are vital to the Heritage’s success,” said Tyler Daly, RBC Heritage volunteer coordinator. “We could not run this tournament without them and we are very grateful for their contributions to the tournament. We have approximately 1,100 volunteers who participate in our volunteer committees. Additionally, there are hundreds more volunteers from local civic groups who assist with concessions, parking and countless other roles during the tournament.” The famed tournament is held Pete Dye and Jack Nicklaus designed Harbour Town Golf Links at the prestigious Sea Pines Resort, a fact that undoubtedly creates an irresistible draw for professional players, spectators and volunteers alike. The Heritage has nearly 20 different volunteer committees that perform a variety of duties. There are volunteer committees for every conceivable facet of the tournament, including announcers, child care,

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hospitality ambassadors and marshals, while members of other volunteer committees serve as couriers, provide transportation for players, and recruit, train and assign paid caddies for the tournament's two pro-am events. There is even a volunteer committee designed to meet the needs of the volunteers themselves. “The volunteers perform a wide range of duties, each of which is integral to the success of tournament ... ranging from inside-the-ropes on the course to duties off-site before and after the tournament,” Daly said. “Our marshals committee is our largest committee, with volunteers spread across each hole on the course, and I would say that our most popular committee is the ShotLink Walking Scorers committee, where volunteers walk all 18 holes of the course recording players’ scores and statistics.” The ﬁ erce commitment that many RBC Heritage volunteers have to the tournament lead many to come back to volunteer their time year after year. In fact, the majority of the volunteers participating

in this year's Heritage tournament have volunteered previously, according to Daly. “One of the strongest characteristics of our volunteers is their dedication to the RBC Heritage,” he said. “This is evident by approximately 800 returning volunteers for this year’s tournament.” This passion and dedication has not gone completely unnoticed. The Heritage’s volunteer corps have consistently received the PGA Tour's highest rating for dedication and professionalism. That's no small feat. The Heritage Classic Foundation is always on the lookout for new recruits, and the requirements for would-be volunteers are fairly simple and straightforward. Volunteer applicants must live no more than an hour and a half from Hilton Head and must agree to work a minimum of 16 hours during the weeklong tournament. Beyond that, volunteers must pay a $100 registration fee that includes a tournament badge, a Heritage uniform — complete with shirt,

jacket and hat — and four meal tickets that can be used at any of the on-site concession stands. Volunteers also enjoy preferred parking and shuttle transportation, and also have the option of purchasing as many as four weeklong tournament badges at a discounted price. Volunteering for the Heritage also offers volunteers unparalleled access to one of the PGA Tour's most prestigious events, as well as some of the most notable names in the world of professional golf. For serious golf enthusiasts, it just doesn't get much better than that. Being a Heritage volunteer is a sought-after position, and spots ﬁ ll quickly. Applicants who dream of joining the volunteer corps should begin the application process as early as possible. To learn more about the 48th annual RBC Heritage golf tournament, or to ﬁ nd out how to volunteer for next year's tournament, call 843-671-2448 or visit www. rbcheritage.com. The Heritage Classic Foundation is also on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. M

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Faces

behind the Heritage

A look the men and women who put together the Lowcountry’s biggest event... ANDY MCMILLEN OPERATIONS MANAGER

CURRENT TOWN: Hilton Head Island HOMETOWN: Salamanca, New York WHAT HE DOES: I oversee the day-to-day operations of ticket sales and work closely with Morgan Hyde on the coordination of the set up and tear down of the tournament site — skybox, bleachers, tents and restrooms, etc. FAVORITE HERITAGE MEMORY: The 2013 playoff between Graeme McDowell and Webb Simpson, with Graeme McDowell coming out on top.

HANS HUSCHITT SALES MANAGER CURRENT TOWN: Hilton Head Island HOMETOWN: Los Angeles WHAT HE DOES: I am responsible for selling sponsorships for the RBC Heritage with a primary focus on new business. My favorite part of my job is meeting so many great people throughout the state of South Carolina and forming great relationships and partnerships. FAVORITE HERITAGE MEMORY: 2015 was my first Heritage and surpassed any and all expectations I had, creating memories I will cherish forever. My all-time favorite thing about the Heritage is seeing everyone come together in such a special way. Whether it was families, college friends, sponsors entertaining their key clients, etc., every single person at the Heritage has their own amazing experience. ANGIE TAYLOR

DIRECTOR OF OUTREACH & STATEWIDE INITIATIVES CURRENT TOWN: Hilton Head Island HOMETOWN: Pittsburgh WHAT SHE DOES: Works primarily with the Heritage Classic Foundation’s charitable giving programs, the Heritage Classic Foundation Scholars and government relations. FAVORITE HERITAGE MEMORY: It is hard to pick that favorite shot or your favorite player or your favorite moment because there are so many of them. For 32 years, I have enjoyed this tournament on many different levels — as a spectator, as a volunteer and as a staffer. I think my husband would agree that one our favorite memories was of our son’s second Heritage, 27 years ago — he was just learning to walk, and he decided he wanted to push the empty stroller around the course by himself. It was a very enjoyable day as a family. The weather was beautiful, he was entertained and we actually watched a lot of golf. And to top it off, he slept really well that night! 100 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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ANGELA MCSWAIN

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR CURRENT TOWN: Hilton Head Island HOMETOWN: Coventry, Rhode Island WHAT SHE DOES: Coordinates marketing for the tournament. FAVORITE HERITAGE MEMORY: My favorite moment was in 2006, when Aaron Baddeley spoke at the Sunday morning church service. He was so honest in talking about how his PGA Tour career wasn't going as planned, and how he hadn't met his own or other people's expectations. Then later that day, he won our event for his first victory on tour.

BILL WAGNER

SALES DIRECTOR CURRENT TOWN: Bluffton HOMETOWN: Jacksonville, North Carolina WHAT HE DOES: Responsible for sponsorship sales. FAVORITE HERITAGE MEMORY: Boo Weekley winning back to back in 2007 and 2008.

TYLER DALY

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR AND TOURNAMENT SUPPORT MANAGER CURRENT TOWN: Hilton Head Island HOMETOWN: Simsbury, Connecticut WHAT HE DOES: I work with our 1,200 volunteers and the chairmen of our 18 committees to get our volunteer program set up for the tournament, while also assisting with tournament operations. FAVORITE HERITAGE MEMORY: Seeing the huge crowds lining the first hole as Jordan Spieth was teeing off on Thursday last year.

CHRIS RYAN SALES MANAGER

CURRENT TOWN: Hilton Head Island HOMETOWN: Cold Spring, Kentucky WHAT HE DOES: Corporate sales with an emphasis on new business development. FAVORITE HERITAGE MEMORY: Watching Jim Furyk slam his putter in joy before his final putt dropped during last year’s tournament — which was my first

TOM WILKINSON

STAFF ACCOUNTANT CURRENT TOWN: Bluffton HOMETOWN: Marion, Indiana WHAT HE DOES: Handle the finances. FAVORITE HERITAGE MEMORY: First Heritage in 1988 following Greg Norman when he was accompanied by the sick child Jamie Hutton.

CHRIS LOBELLO

EVENT SERVICES MANAGER CURRENT TOWN: Hilton Head Island HOMETOWN: Northampton, Massachusetts WHAT SHE DOES: Event/meeting planning, tournament “concierge” and player services. FAVORITE HERITAGE MEMORY: My goodness — it’s hard to choose a favorite as every year holds special memories. One that stands out is 2005, when Peter Lonard from Australia won. It was his first U.S. victory and he was thrilled. In Australia, it’s traditional for the winner to treat the tournament staff to a celebration toast, so he invited all of us to a fun-filled evening at the Quarterdeck, where we raised several glasses to the new champion. April 2016 101

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BY MEGAN MATTINGLY-ARTHUR

eld at the famed Harbour Town Golf Links, the ProAm is one of the most anticipated events leading up to the annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. Not only do amateur golf enthusiasts get the chance to play alongside some of the most recognizable names in professional golf, but the entry fees for the event help fund the Heritage Classic Foundation's community charity programs. The opportunity to rub shoulders with favorite pro golfers, as well as support worthy local charities, keep players coming back year after year, making spots in the Pro-Am quick to sell out. This year, the Heritage Classic Foundation expects 28 professional golfers and 112 amateurs to participate in the Pro-Am scheduled for Monday, April 11, while the Wednesday, April 13, event will feature 52 pro golfers and 208 amateurs.

The events offer a unique and surprisingly intimate experience that allows players to play with, and learn from, golf masters. While the events certainly can't be considered a magnet for celebrities, the pro-ams have attracted their fair share of notable amateur players throughout the years, including retired Red Sox pitcher Tim Wakefield, former U.S. Open champion Stan Smith, and Olympian Bruce Jenner, who participated in 1994. This year, U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn are scheduled to play in the Monday ProAm, with former USC football couch Steve Spurrier playing in the Wednesday Pro-Am. Standing shoulder to shoulder with some of professional golf's biggest stars, the amateur players who return year after year shine just as bright. One such player is Dr. Nelson Carswell, who has competed every year since the tourna-

PHOTO BY ARNO DIMMLING

Tom Watson smiles during last year's RBC Heritage Pro-Am.

ment began in 1969. This will be his 48th consecutive Pro-Am. Harry C. Carter Jr. is another longtime Pro-Am participant. Carter began playing in the Heritage Pro-Am in 1993 and has many fond memories of his experiences at Harbour Town Golf Links. “This is the only sport I know of that an amateur can actually play along with a professional,” he said. “It is a wonderful experience that any golfer would love. Of course, it is very nice to contribute to a worthy cause and have fun at the same time. One of my favorite things about the Pro-Am is seeing old friends returning year after year, all helping support the wonderful charities that our tournament contributes to in the Hilton Head area.” Paul Muthig, who has been playing in consecutive Pro-Ams since 1994, first dreamed of playing with the pros while working as a gofer and shoe-shiner at

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Harbour Town Golf Links between undergraduate and graduate school. “I worked in the locker room during one of the tournaments, running errands for the pros and shining shoes,” Muthig said. “I promised myself if I ever got the chance, I would come back someday and participate in the Pro-Am.” Muthig's participation in the Pro-Ams has resulted in long-lasting friendships, as well as some truly unforgettable moments. “I have been playing with the same partners for past five to six years and really enjoy seeing my partners,” he said. “However, my favorite thing is talking to the pro partners over the years. With only one exception, they have been very friendly and provided us with great moments to remember.” For Muthig, some of his favorite memories come from playing with Brad Faxon in 1999 and 2000. “My tee shot on the 14th hole in the 2000 Pro-Am sat on the edge of the hole and would not go in for a hole-in-one,” he said. “The next morning, I was buying

a print of the hole from the artist that used to have a booth near the first tee box. The announcer called Brad Faxon to the tee to begin his play in the tournament. Seconds later, I heard someone calling me. It was Brad Faxon on the first tee. He called me (over) and offered to sign the print. The next week, I received a hand-written note from Mr. Faxon, thanking me for playing in the Pro-Am and making a swing suggestion to prac-

tice to improve my game. I still have that print and note framed and hanging in my front hall.” For more information on the one-of-akind experience offered at the Heritage Pro-Am, call Morgan Hyde at 843-6712448, ext. 231. To learn more about the Heritage, call 843-671-2448 or go to www.rbcheritage.com. The Heritage Classic Foundation is also on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. M

Former University of South Carolina football coach Steve Spurrier (left) and U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham are two of the many recognizable names scheduled to compete in one of this year's pro-am events.

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Great deal of planning goes into Heritage

LANDSCAPING BY BECCA EDWARDS

1969, the nation was introduced to Hilton Head as the media celebrated Arnold Palmer’s first big win in 14 months. The Harbour Town golf course, designed by Pete Dye and Jack Nichlaus, along with signature Charles Fraser elements like the then partiallybuilt Harbour Town Lighthouse set a standard for Hilton Head’s renown aesthetic, as well as what golf enthusiasts and happy Heritage partygoers alike would come to expect from this event, now attended by more than 100,000 people. “We try to make it better and better each year,” said Angela McSwain, marketing director for the Heritage Classic Foundation. “And a big part of that is the landscaping.” For over a decade, The Greenery has maintained the Heritage’s landscaping — except for the turf on the golf course — and has formed a partnership that Steve Wilmot, tournament director for the Heritage Classic Foundation, said “gets stronger each and every tournament. There is no ‘I’ in team and The Greenery is a huge part of the success of the tournament each and every year. As the foundation challenges us every year to ‘be better’ and to ‘do better,’ The Greenery also challenges itself to do the same. The eyes of the world are upon Hilton Head the week of the tournament, and the landscaping is so important to everyone’s overall experience.” Jim van Dijk, The Greenery’s branch manager for Hilton Head commercial property, helps oversee the landscaping for the Heritage and said he and his team take great pride in capturing the spirit of the tournament. “From the moment someone enters the Sea Pines gate, we want them to feel part of the tournament and we want the Heritage’s aesthetic to pervade throughout — from the mobile ticket offices to the skyboxes to the course itself.”

Just like mastering the sport, van Dijk also said the success of the Heritage’s landscaping has come with dedication and practice. “It took three years of watching TV coverage and working to find the right color of geranium that balances with the TV screen,” van Dijk said. “The Greenery installs over 2,000 geraniums across the courses associated with the tournament — keeping 300 to 400 on hand in case of damage — and as many as 6,000 flowers for the Heritage itself.” A great deal of planning also goes into the landscaping. “A year in advance, we begin brainstorming on ways we can improve and talking to our flower vendors. During the tournament, we make every effort not to disrupt the flow. We have a crew that goes out around 5 or 6 in the morning to check on the beds and make sure everything looks perfect,” van Dijk said. “We also follow players along the last shot of the day to do another clean up. We are excited about the work we do because the foundation does so much for our community and there’s no other tournament like this in the state. We appreciate being part of that and showing off our island.” M

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Special Olympics

golfer to play in Heritage Pro-Am

Clover native Scott Rohrer has always been athletic. He loved to play ball with his father when he was young. BY AMY COYNE BREDESON PHOTOS BY LLOYD WAINSCOTT

ut when he joined a tee ball team, Scott’s parents, Jeffrey and Elizabeth Rohrer, realized it wasn’t the right fit for him. He wasn’t playing like he played at home. When Scott started preschool, his parents were told that his speech and motor skills were on a 1-year-old’s level. He was later diagnosed with autism. Like many people with autism, Scott had a difficult time communicating with others. Playing a team sport was difficult for him. 106 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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r Scott Rohrer with his father Jeffrey at Harbour Town Golf Links.

“One of the first things I can remember was somebody talking to us about how autistic people tend to be gifted and some are even genius in some area in life, whether it be music or art,” Jeffrey said. Somebody suggested that the Rohrers find something that Scott could enjoy doing by himself. Jeffrey had recently started playing golf, so he thought that might be a good idea for Scott. “We put a golf club in his hand, and I can still remember him swinging when he was little, just watching this beautiful golf swing,” Jeffrey said. “He just had this beautiful swing. And I’ve put golf clubs in a lot of young kids’ hands and never saw a swing like that.” Jeffrey began taking Scott out on the course, teaching him the rules of the game. And Scott just got better and better.

He had joined Special Olympics at age 5, but he had never tried golf until his father handed him that first club. For a while, Scott was the only Special Olympics golfer in his area. He began competing on the state level, and in 2005 he had his first opportunity to play in a national event in Iowa. He won gold there. In 2010, he played in his first USA Games in Nebraska, where he set the single-day and tournament world record, which was 1 under par. He was the first Special Olympian to shoot below par in a tournament round. He went to Denmark with the Special Olympics in 2014, where he placed third. He set another record at the Special Olympics 2015 World Summer Games in Los Angeles, finishing 12 under par for the weeklong competition. Now 26, Scott has received another big honor. He was invited to play in the RBC Heritage Pro-Am on April 11 at Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island. This will be the first time a Special Olympics South Carolina athlete has been invited to participate in the PGA Tour event. “I think it’s an incredible opportunity,” Special Olympics South Carolina president and CEO Barry Coats said. “It showcases what our population has the ability to do.” Scott offered these words of encouragement to other Special Olympians: “Always find something that you are great at, and stick with it, no matter what. If you love it, do it.” M April 2016 107

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E G A T I R E H

Notebook

Random stuff you should know about this year's Heritage...

RISING STAR GIVEN FIRST SPONSORS EXEMPTION

Sports Illustrated calls Bryson DeChambeau the hottest young golfer to watch in 2016, and Heritage spectators will get the chance to see him in person. DeChambeau has received the first sponsors exemption into the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. DeChambeau grabbed the golf world’s attention after he won at the 2015 U.S. Amateur and the NCAA Division 1 Championship. He is only the fifth player in history to win both in the same year. The 22-year-old attended Southern Methodist University as a physics major, and his love of science plays a role in his golf game. Coaches call him the “Mad Scientist of Golf” because he takes a scientific approach to the game. All his irons and wedges are the same length, allowing him to perfect a more simplified swing. Another feature that makes the Clovis, California, native stand out is his signature Ivy Cap. It is a style that past two-time RBC Heritage champion Payne Stewart was known for wearing on the PGA Tour.

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'WILL CALL’ WILL MOVE IN 2016 HERITAGE ONCE AGAIN USING GREEN POWER

For the eighth year in a row, the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing has committed to power its PGA Tour event with 100 percent "green" power, teaming up with Palmetto Electric Cooperative and Santee Cooper. Under a promotion campaign proclaiming “Plaid is the New Green,” the Heritage will purchase green power from Palmetto Electric Cooperative for the duration of the 2016 tournament, which plays April 11-17 at Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island. In 2009, the tournament became the first major green power event in the state. Santee Cooper generates its green power from clean, renewable energy sources including landfill biogas, solar power and wind power within South Carolina. In 2001, Santee Cooper became the first utility to generate green power and offer it for sale in South Carolina, and Palmetto Electric Cooperative signed on as one of the first cooperatives in the state to offer green power to its customers. In addition to purchasing green power for this event, the Heritage has dedicated space for a green power booth on Heritage Lawn, near the 18th fairway, to educate spectators about renewable energy benefits. South Carolina residents who visit the booth will also be able to sign up to purchase green power for their own electric needs.

HERITAGE GENERATES MORE THAN $1 MILLION FOR CHARITY EACH YEAR

The Heritage has been an important element of South Carolina’s culture and economy since 1969, when it debuted at the Pete Dye-designed Harbour Town Golf Links. The tournament generates more than $1 million for charity each year and brings worldwide exposure to Hilton Head Island and the state of South Carolina through telecasts and media coverage. A 2015 study conducted by Clemson University shows the tournament has an annual economic impact of approximately $96 million.

In 2016, the RBC Heritage’s Will Call will merge with the Ticket Office and will be located in a trailer in the parking lot of the Harbour Town Golf Links. The trailer’s location will be at the tournament’s main entrance next to the Clubhouse. The Will Call/Ticket Office is designed for last-minute tickets sales, ticket pickup and redistribution of tournament badges. A picture ID is required to pick up tickets. The Will Call/ Ticket Office also serves as Lost and Found during tournament week. There will no longer be a Will Call location at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. A ticket is not required to ride official RBC Heritage motor coaches or shuttles. Will Call/Ticket Office hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, April 4, through Sunday, April 10, and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, April 11, through Sunday, April 17.

NEW ACTOR PLAYING SIR WILLIE

Longtime Heritage fans will notice a new, younger actor playing the role of Sir William “Willie” Innes. Willie has been a distinct symbol for the RBC Heritage since its start in 1969. His image has appeared in all kinds of promotional material to get people excited about the golf tournament. He became more than just an icon in 2010, when the RBC Heritage found a spokesman to play the part. Since then “Sir Willie” has marched around in plaid greeting spectators, handing out freebies and posing for pictures. According to legend, Sir William Innes was a wealthy Scottish golfer. In 1790, the first golf print was published of Sir William Innes, the Captain of the Society of Goffers at Blackheath in Scotland. It was based off an original oil painting by Lemuel Francis Abbott in 1778. Some say that Innes moved to Blackheath to be close to the golfing society there and that he loved golf so much, he had the iron railings and gates at his house shaped like golf clubs.

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APEX BROADCASTING BECOMES

OFFICIAL SPONSOR

Apex Broadcasting signed a three-year agreement to become the new ofﬁ cial radio stations of the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. “Apex wants to grow our relationship with the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing because the tournament makes our community a better place,” said Apex general manager Mike Buxser. “The tournament is an economic driver and distributes funding to the charities who help improve the lives of local residents. It is the type of event we want to be associated with.” Apex’s sponsorship will include original radio content aimed at informing listeners about the RBC Heritage throughout the year. Weekly Heritage segments and a golf-themed show named “Lowcountry Links” are already planned for Apex’s three stations: 104.9 The Surf/ WLHH, SC 103/WVSC 103.1 and Easy FM 106.5. Apex will also receive hospitality and promotion during the tournament week.

YOUNG FANS READ THEIR WAY TO HERITAGE

The Heritage Classic Foundation’s sixth annual Plaid About Reading program, presented by Future Scholar, South Carolina’s tax-advantaged 529 College Savings Plan, ran through Feb. 24. The program gave the youngest fans across the Lowcountry the chance to read their way to the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. This year, 11 area schools participated in the program. The lighthearted scholastic competition allowed area elementary school students in kindergarten through ﬁ fth grade a chance to win $500 for their school, $150 for their class, tickets to the RBC Heritage and the chance to meet a professional PGA Tour golfer. Students at participating schools read as many pages as possible from Feb. 10-24.The classroom at each participating school that read the most pages will receive $150. Each student in that class will receive two Daily Grounds tickets to attend Coca-Cola Youth Day at the RBC Heritage on Tuesday, April 12, and participate in special scheduled events. The school that reads the most pages will win $500. Results were not available at press time.

PATRIOT PARTNERS RETURN TO HERITAGE

Throughout the years, the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing has consistently made military appreciation a hallmark of its annual tournament, offering free tickets to active military and their dependents. In addition to tournament access, active-duty military are invited to the Patriots Outpost. Created in 2010, the outpost offers an exclusive skybox for military hospitality, along with an American fl ag pin on the 16th green. In 2014, the tournament added a Patriot Partner program to support area military charities and will continue at this year's event. The Patriot Partners program is another dimension of military appreciation that reaches out to those who cannot serve as sponsors, but who want to express their own appreciation to the area's military families and thank them for their service. Patriot Partners can be businesses, professional fi rms, civic organizations, clubs or individuals that want to make a tax-deductible donation of $500 or more. At the tournament, the total of all Patriot Partner funds will be distributed evenly among three charities that specifi cally support military families in the Lowcountry and the state of South Carolina: Lowcounty Foundation for Wounded Military Heroes, the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation and Operation R&R. For more information, email capt.jackwilson@ gmail.com or call 843-342-7840.

TARTAN CLUB RAISES FUNDS FOR LOCAL STUDENTS

Two years ago, the Heritage Classic Foundation unveiled a new program aimed at raising funds for the foundation’s scholarship program. Membership in the Tartan Club is again open to individuals who share a desire to help others by giving to charity and have a love for the game of golf. The Tartan Club was ﬁ rst introduced in 1999 but was reinvented in 2013 when the foundation created the Champions Club. “We are bringing the Tartan Club back because prominent community leaders wanted a way to help fund the Heritage Scholar Program,” said Heritage Classic Foundation trustee and Tartan Club chairman Scott Richardson, “The Scholar Program funds college scholarships for outstanding Beaufort County high school seniors.” Seven Beaufort County high school seniors were named when the Scholar Program was created in 1993. They each received a four-year scholarship grant for their continuing education. In addition, the foundation awards annual scholarships to seven University of South Carolina Beaufort and Technical College of the Lowcountry students. This year, seven new scholars will be named, increasing the total number of award recipients since 1993 to 274. The foundation’s goal is to increase the number of full scholarships awarded. 110 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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THE RUNDOWN

2016 RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing, a PGA Tour FedEx Cup event When: April 11-17 Where: Harbour Town Golf Links, Sea Pines Resort; Hilton Head Island TV schedule: The Golf Channel, Thurs.-Fri., 3-6 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 1-2:30 p.m.; CBS Sports, Sat.-Sun., 3-6 p.m.

TICKETS (rbcheritage.com/tickets or call 843-671-2448) CLUBHOUSE BADGE: $245 The Clubhouse Badge gives fans weeklong grounds admittance plus entry into the Clubhouse including access to the Links Restaurant and Pro Shop. The Clubhouse Badge also allows access to the Heritage Pavilion featuring a cash bar and two on-course hospitality venues presented by Hargray on holes 7 and 15 boasting great golf views and food and beverage for purchase. A limited number will be sold. CLUBHOUSE TICKET PACK: $270 The Clubhouse Ticket Pack is perfect for a business looking to entertain different clients each day. It includes one Clubhouse Practice Round ticket (Monday-Wednesday) and one ticket for each competition round (Thursday-Sunday). Each ticket gives fans grounds admittance plus entry into the Clubhouse including access to the Links Restaurant and Pro Shop. The Clubhouse Tickets also allow access to the Heritage Pavilion featuring a cash bar and two on-course hospitality venues presented by Hargray on holes 7 and 15 boasting great golf views and food and beverage for purchase. A limited number will be sold. GROUNDS BADGE: $170 The Grounds Badge provides weeklong access to the tournament grounds, The Heritage Lawn, Michelob Ultra 19th Hole and Grey Goose Lounge (21+). DOC'S BBQ CLUB 15: $395 Doc's BBQ Club 15 is a Clubhouse access ticket booklet, which grants access to a private entertainment venue on the 15th green from Thursday to Sunday. Ticket holders get exceptional golf views, along with a climate controlled dining section. The booklet includes one Clubhouse Practice Round ticket (Monday-Wednesday) and one ticket for each competition round (Thursday-Sunday). A daily buffet lunch is provided by Doc's BBQ and Southern Buffet. Also included is Anheuser-Busch draft beer, Clos du Bois wine and Coca-Cola beverages. Spirits are available for purchase. THE UNIVERSITY CLUB: $425 The University Club is a private skybox for alumni and supporters to meet up with old friends and enjoy a front row seat to all the PGA TOUR action on the 15th hole of the Harbour Town Golf Links. Each Badge includes Clubhouse access to the tournament Monday through Sunday and access to the University Club skybox Thursday through Sunday featuring a daily lunch buffet including soft drinks, beer and wine. Spirits are available for purchase. The University of South Carolina, The Citadel, Lander University, Wofford College, University of Georgia and Georgia Southern University are all proud partners of the University Club. DAILY GROUNDS TICKET: $85 per day The Daily Grounds Ticket provides daily access to the tournament grounds, The Heritage Lawn, Michelob Ultra 19th Hole and Grey Goose Lounge (21+). Choose Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday. PRACTICE ROUND TICKET: $60 The Clubhouse Practice Round Ticket offers Clubhouse access, good for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Enjoy Opening Ceremonies on Monday, the Pro-Ams on Monday and Wednesday, and CocaCola Youth Day on Tuesday.

DAILY SCHEDULE (Tournament tickets are needed for all events)

MONDAY, APRIL 11 Pro Practice Rounds: morning Opening Ceremonies: 11 a.m. at the 18th green Monday Pro-Am Presented by Boeing: 11:30 a.m.6:30 p.m. TUESDAY, APRIL 12 Pro Practice Rounds: all day Coca-Cola Youth Day: 3-6 p.m. RBC Heritage Pro-Am Draw Party: 5:30-7:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13 RBC Heritage Pro-Am: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. THURSDAY, APRIL 14 (Autism Awareness Day — wear blue) First round of the RBC Heritage, 7:20 a.m.6:30 p.m. FRIDAY, APRIL 15 (Donate Life Day — wear blue or green) Second round of the RBC Heritage: 7:30 a.m.6:30 p.m. SATURDAY, APRIL 16 (Plaid Nation Day — wear plaid) Third round of the RBC Heritage: 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Plaid Nation Day Contests: noon-2 p.m. on the Heritage Lawn Whitley Deputy and the B-Town Project concert: After play-8 p.m. on the Heritage Lawn SUNDAY, APRIL 17 Sunrise Service: 7:30 a.m. at the 18th green Final round of the RBC Heritage: 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Trophy presentation: Following play April 2016 111

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GOLF

An overnight golf sensation

Nearly from the start, Hilton Head’s golf reputation was stellar. It’s only gotten better. BY LISA ALLEN

olf is so much a part of Hilton Head Island that one might forget that the many courses that line William Hilton Parkway haven’t always been there. Compared to other iconic golf locations like Pinehurst, established in 1897, or Augusta National, in 1933, Hilton Head Island golf is just a baby. The ﬁ rst course on the island, the Ocean Course, opened in 1962 as part of Charles Fraser’s plan to transform the island from his family’s forestry enterprise and hunting preserve into a destination resort. From the very beginning, Fraser wanted to make sure Hilton Head was classy, but accessible. He didn’t want it to be a playground for the rich. There were plenty of places like that up and down the East Coast. He wanted Hilton Head to be for families, where they could enjoy the unblemished beauty of the island: its marshes and maritime forests, its beaches and

rivers. He wanted to create an environment where families would spend time together playing golf and tennis and biking around the island. Because of that emphasis on welcoming all visitors to enjoy what Hilton Head has to offer, most courses are open to the public. And these aren’t just any courses. These are top-shelf courses designed by the best in the business: Rees Jones, Jack Nicklaus, Pete Dye, George Fazio, Tom Fazio, Arnold Palmer, Arthur Hills, Clyde Johnston. Each makes the most of the beauty around us, carving courses through towering pines and around Spanish mosscloaked oaks. Many provide stunning views of the marshes and waterways all around us. The golf course building boom continued for 40 years, sprinkling the area with dozens of courses on Hilton Head and in Bluffton and Okatie. The standards haven’t slipped, nor have their reasonable rates. And to make sure

area golf courses continue to live up to expectations, most have been refreshed over the years, be it signiﬁ cant redesigns (Pete Dye’s Heron Point in Sea Pines) or a new layer of turf over an iconic course (Harbour Town Golf Links). Naturally, when you combine outstanding courses and a great resort destination, you’re going to attract national attention. Hilton Head Island and Bluffton certainly have, from the 48-year-old PGA Tour tournament, the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing, to a long string of LPGA tournaments at Moss Creek Club from 1976-1984. Add to that countless pro qualiﬁ ers and amateur tournaments and a lot of hardware has been hoisted here. The area also has taken up permanent residency on nearly every “best” golf course list published. You’ll also notice from the list below that virtually every course built continues to thrive. The only exception to date is Old Carolina, which recently closed. M

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TIMELINE OF

LOCAL GOLF COURSES

MOSS CREEK

Moss Creek has two championship courses, Devil’s Elbow South and North. The courses were designed by Tom and George Fazio more than 30 years ago, with the intention of making the game challenging for low-handicap golfers, as well as fair and playable for higher handicap golfers. Both courses have been completely renovated, and are truly hidden treasurers. Each course is lined with magnificent oak trees and tall airy pines, with strategically placed bunkers, large lagoons and the salt marshes, which change twice daily with the tides.

1960s

1970s

Sea Pines Resort: Ocean, Marsh (now Heron Point), Harbour Town Golf Links

Palmetto Dunes: George Fazio course

Port Royal: Robber’s Row

Port Royal Golf Club: Barony Course

Spanish Wells (private)

Dolphin Head (private) Sea Pines Country Club (private)

ROBERT TRENT JONES COURSE (PALMETTO DUNES)

1980s

Named South Carolina’s Golf Course of the Year, the Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course is widely renowned for its open, inviting layout and spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. A true pinnacle of design, this course appeals to novices as well as experienced players. Home to one of only two oceanfront holes on Hilton Head Island, this much-loved course offers wide fairways, expansive greens, challenging bunkers and subtle elevation changes.

GEORGE FAZIO COURSE (PALMETTO DUNES)

Hilton Head Island’s only par-70 public golf course, the George Fazio course was named the 2014 South Carolina Golf Course of the Year by the S.C. Golf Course Owners Association. The layout offers an exhilarating experience and is revered as the island’s truest championship challenge. For beginners and advanced players, the Fazio course offers an exceptional golf experience. It is one of the youngest golf courses to be featured on Golf Digest’s list of "America’s 100 Best."

EDITOR’S NOTE: As part of Monthly’s yearlong 30th anniversary celebration, we are highlighting 30 years of different industries in each issue. This month, we feature the golf courses that helped shape Hilton Head Island, Bluffton and the surrounding Lowcountry.

Shipyard: Three nines, Galleon, Brigantine, Clipper

Palmetto Dunes: Robert Trent Jones course

Palmetto Dunes: Arthur Hills course

Port Royal Golf Club: Planter’s Row

Country Club of Hilton Head

Palmetto Hall: Arthur Hills course

Long Cove (private)

Wexford (private)

Moss Creek (private)

Rose Hill

Oyster Reef

Haig Point, Daufuskie Island

Bear Creek Hilton Head National

Callawassie Island (private)

1990s Palmetto Hall: Robert Cupp course Golden Bear, Indigo Run Old South Sun City Hilton Head: Okatie Creek, Argent Lakes, Hidden Cypress

2000s

Belfair (private)

Hampton Hall (private)

Golf Club at Indigo Run (private)

Tradition (now Hilton Head Lakes)

Colleton River Plantation (private)

Palmetto Bluff: May River Golf Club (private)

Old Carolina (closed)

Berkeley Hall (private)

Eagle’s Pointe

Oldfield (private)

Island West

Crescent Pointe

Spring Island: Old Tabby Golf Course (private)

Chechessee Creek Club (private) Pinecrest

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ARTHUR HILLS COURSE (PALMETTO DUNES)

Arthur Hills took full advantage of the Lowcountry’s dramatic coastal beauty when he designed this award-winning course at Palmetto Dunes. Tucked within the serene enclave of Leamington, this shot-maker’s favorite offers continuous lines of dunes, a rolling layout, numerous water hazards and thick stands of palmettos. This course emphasizes accuracy and precision over distance, providing formidable challenges at every turn.

BERKELEY HALL

Golf in its purest form awaits you at Berkeley Hall, the most distinguished private golf community in golfrich Hilton Head area. With no interior homes or roads, two Tom Fazio core golf courses meander through an open coastal landscape framed by seaside grasses. Dramatic elevation changes, beautiful water features, and bold strategic bunkering showcase the designer's artistry.

BELFAIR

Two private championship golf courses designed by Tom Fazio exemplify the Lowcountry beauty with deep-water views, fresh water lakes, majestic oaks and lush native grass. The 18-hole East Course, reminiscent of the links courses of Scotland, showcases deep-water views, open windswept fairway and fresh water lakes and lagoons. The West Course, a parklands design, exemplifies subtle beauty with its gnarled oaks, lush native grass and sparkling lagoons.

HAIG POINT

The setting is unique. So is the course. Haig Point’s Rees Jones Signature Course offers two different routings – 20 holes to bring out the best in the game and the golfer. Jones’ design was a clear innovation when the architect first laid it out in 1986. And he returned to Haig Point in 2007 for a restoration that has sharpened the course’s legacy as one of the best in the nation. Haig Point’s stunning Signature course has appeared several times in Golf Digest’s “America’s 100 Greatest Courses” and “Best in State,” and earned a position in Golf Magazine’s “Top 100 in the World.”

COLLETON RIVER

Colleton River’s two championship courses have both been ranked in Golf Magazine's "Top 100 Greatest Courses in the U.S." The Dye is a stunning links-type course that has unobstructed views of Port Royal Sound and the Atlantic Ocean from 11 holes. The Nicklaus course strikes an exceptional balance between challenge and playability with the last three holes overlooking the Colleton River.

SHIPYARD GOLF CLUB

Twenty-seven holes of spectacular golf in one fun, familyoriented package. Nestled within Hilton Head’s natural setting of majestic Carolina pine trees, flowering magnolias and moss draped oaks, the Shipyard Golf Club delivers memorable experiences for exceptional value.

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OYSTER REEF GOLF CLUB

When Oyster Reef Golf Club on Hilton Head Island opened in 1982, it was immediately ranked as one of the "Top 25 New Courses in America." This Rees Jones design has been voted one of the Top 20 Courses in the Carolinas and enjoys a reputation as a favorite among locals. Oyster Reef is known in the Hilton Head Island golf community for a warm greeting, a friendly hand whenever you need it, and a concierge program that is at your beck and call.

PORT ROYAL GOLF CLUB

Nestled along the Atlantic coastline on the northwestern point of Hilton Head Island, the Port Royal Golf & Racquet Club is located in the very pristine Port Royal Plantation along with the luxurious oceanfront The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. In addition to being praised for its three exceptional golf courses, Port Royal

Golf & Racquet Club is also well known as an awardwinning tennis destination.

PALMETTO HALL PLANTATION

Palmetto Hall Plantation Club features 36 holes of pristine championship golf immersed in Southern elegance and natural beauty. A must-play for every golfer. The two Arthur Hills and Robert Cupp-designed courses are premier properties for enjoying the true Hilton Head experience. Palmetto Hall Plantation Club is part of the Heritage Collection on Hilton Head Island.

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THE POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT THROUGH THE GAME OF GOLF Front row, from left: George Apy, Ashlyn Brown, Jerome Hicks, Emily Brown, Caylen Green, Daniel Deneen. Back: Paul Caruso and Mike Davis.

HOW TO HELP

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The First Tee of the Lowcountry is in need of financial and equipment donations, sponsors and volunteers. For more information, call Mike Davis at 843-384-1751 or email mdavis@thefirstteelowcountry.org; visit www.thefirstteelowcountry.org; or send donations to The First Tee of the Lowcountry, P.O. Box 23334, Hilton Head Island, SC 29925. Additionally, the program holds a golf tournament in the fall as a fundraiser. Call Davis for more information.

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GOLF

BY SALLY MAHAN | PHOTO BY LLOYD WAINSCOTT

“What is courtesy?” Paul Caruso asked the dozen children sitting around the tables in The First Tee of the Lowcountry facility on Hilton Head Island. Hands shot up. “It means don’t talk over each other,” said one. “It means letting others go first,” said another “It means helping each other and being nice,” another added. Then Caruso reminded them about courtesy in golf. “When you watch golf on TV and when the players are done with their round, what do they do?” Hands shot up again. “They shake hands,” one child suggests. “That’s right,” said Caruso. “But they also take off their caps and sunglasses and shake hands — not hard, but firm — and look into the other person’s eyes when they’re talking to them.” Those are just some of the lessons these children are learning at The First Tee of the Lowcountry, an international youth development organization introducing the game of golf and its inherent values to young people. “Through after-school and in-school programs, we help shape the lives of young people from all walks of life by reinforcing values like integrity, respect and perseverance through the game of golf,” according to the group’s website, www.thefirsttee.org. “And it’s making a difference. Our research-proven programs are having a positive impact on participants, their families and their communities.” The First Tee has some heavy-hitters who support the program, including Shell, the PGA, the LPGA and the USGA. Board members include Arnold Palmer, and former President George W. Bush serves as honorary chair. He succeeds his father, former President George H.W. Bush, who served as The First Tee’s honorary chairman since the organization’s inception and is now honorary chair emeritus. While the program started in 1997, it is just in its second year on Hilton Head Island, with satellites in Bluffton, Beaufort, Ridgeland and Hardeeville. The First Tee, whose main facility, the Joseph P. Frazier Golf Learning Center, is next door to the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Island on Gumtree Road, came to the Lowcountry thanks to people like golf architect Clyde Johnson and Kim Likins, director of the Boys & Girls Club, among others. Now, it is run by executive director Mike Davis and programs director Caruso. The program is staffed by more than 50 volunteers, some of whom serve as coaches. One of those coaches, Elaine Shayne, said instructing the children “is very rewarding. … The whole idea is to make it fun.”

The facility property is leased by the Town of Hilton Head Island to the Boys & Girls Club, which in turn leases it to The First Tee. There, a 6-hole, par-3 short course was designed by Johnson. There is also a putting and chipping area and a driving range that doubles as a soccer field. And there’s a pond that was built on the course that has been stocked with fish so that kids can also go fishing. Additionally, the course doubles as a disc golf course, and an interactive playground is being built on the property. But it always comes back to teaching children values. “Golf is the perfect The First Tee has made a major impact on the comvehicle to emphasize munities and children it serves. Independent research values that need to be confirms the youth development programs delivered reinforced in today’s through The First Tee’s chapters instill life skills and society,” said Davis, add- core values in youth participants. Highlights from a study of the program showed that: ing that The First Tee is really teaching children Participants unanimously identified school as a setting in which they transferred life skills. its “Nine Healthy Hab73% of participants reported high confidence in their its”: honesty, integrity, sportsmanship, respect, ability to do well academically. confidence, responsibi - 82% of participants felt confident in their social skills with peers. ity, perseverance, courtesy and judgment. 57% of participants credited The First Tee for their meeting and greeting skills. “Golf is secondary to what we do,” said 52% of participants credited the program for their ability to appreciate diversity. Caruso. “What we do is teach them to respect themselves, to respect others, and to build that around physical health.” The cost is kept low — $75 for the eight-week course — and there are discounts and scholarships available for those who can’t afford the program, which serves children ages 7 through high schoolers. Ultimately, Davis said, they hope to make this a place for the whole community. In the meantime, grateful parents and grandparents express how pleased they are with the program. “Thank you 1st Tee Coaches!!,” wrote a grandparent on The First Tee of the Lowcountry’s Facebook page, who also posted a video of their granddaughter’s swing improvement over the last two seasons. “This is our granddaughter and we are so proud of her and watching her improving has been so rewarding, but seeing what this experience has done for her is so exciting!! She has grown and she has more confidence in herself is priceless!!! May God bless you all! M

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GOLF ROYALTY CORBITT AND FERREE INDUCTED INTO LOCAL GOLF HALL OF FAME

BY LISA ALLEN | PHOTO BY W PHOTOGRAPHY It should have come as no surprise when the Lowcountry Golf Hall of Fame announced it was inducting Cary Corbitt and Karen Ferree. It wasn’t a matter of if, just when. Corbitt, vice president of sports and operations at Sea Pines Resort, and former Long Cove head pro and now amateur golfer Karen Ferree were both instrumental in establishing the Hilton Head Island Junior Golf Association and the local chapter of the Carolinas PGA in the early 1980s. “What I’m most proud of is not only my 38 years with Sea Pines, but my involvement," Corbitt said. Golf as an industry was in its infancy here when he arrived on the island in the mid-1970s. “I was at the grassroots of that. I worked with Karen Shapiro of Long Cove, now Karen Ferree. There were no organized golf associations on the island, and we created that.”

CARY CORBITT

Corbitt’s love of golf started early. Introduced to the game at age 10 by his mother while growing up in Aiken and McCormick, S.C., he soon realized he was pretty good. When Corbitt was on his high school golf team, Sea Pines founder Charles Fraser invited high school teams from around the state to help with the PGA Tour’s ﬁ rst Heritage tournament in 1969. Little did he know what the future held.

After he graduated from Lander University in Greenwood on a golf scholarship, he sought a job on Hilton Head. He ﬁ rst worked at stores owned by Bill Cork, then got a job at Sea Pines. His start was modest, cleaning golf carts and shagging range balls. He moved up to a role as an assistant golf professional, then head professional and is now vice president of sports and operations. But his job at Sea Pines is only a sliver of his local presence. He has been involved in

several golf scholarship programs, the Week of Champions sports camp, Lowcountry Golf Course Owners Association, the Heritage Classic Foundation advisory board and the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce. He’s also on the board of trustees at Lander. “If you have a passion for what you’re doing, involvement is essential. You want to give back and feel like you’re making a difference,” he said. Corbitt still gets in a round a week, but misses the days when he could play more. “Golf now is a business. It’s always been about service. But early on, golf pros used to play a lot of golf. Now with the business side, we’re managers now, not golfers.” He said golf will continue to thrive in the area, especially if local golf clubs — and golfers — make an extra effort to welcome new golfers. “It’s an intimidating sport. We have to be as welcoming as possible. No one wants to do the wrong thing, but they don’t know what the right thing is,” he said.

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KAREN FERREE

Ferree joins her husband in the hall of fame. Jim Ferree, a champion both on the PGA Tour and the PGA Champions Tour, was in the hall’s inaugural class of seven last year. To some degree, the Ferrees have long come as a pair when it comes to golf. Jim was the director of golf at Long Cove when Karen was the head golf professional. But the two met long before then. And it had to do with golf. “I first met Jim when I was 14,” Karen said. She took lessons at a club where he was teaching after he left the PGA Tour. It’s a surprise it took that long for the two to meet because their paths were bound to cross. Jim’s father owned the golf club her family belonged to in Pennsylvania when she was a girl. Despite Karen’s promise as a golfer after winning the Carolinas Junior championship in 1967, she didn’t plan for a career in golf. But when she didn’t get into medical school after earning a degree in physical therapy, she turned to golf. “I realized I wanted to spend my time outside." She has dedicated her life to golf ever since. She left her post at Long Cove in 1987 to raise the couple’s son, but turned to amateur golf. She has racked up wins in innumerable state and national tournaments, including the U.S. Women’s Open Championship and the U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur. She and Jim were both inducted into the S.C Golf Hall of Fame. She coaches for a variety of organizations, including First Tee and the LPGA/USGA Girls Golf program. And she plays competitively “every chance I get.” “I love being involved and seeing the young golfers like those at the Darius Rucker Invitational with so much opportunity,” she said. “It’s because of the life lessons golf teaches you, no matter what you do.” One of the top lessons, she said, is perseverance. “If you put in the work, the rewards will come. That’s true of anything in life.” As she notes, she’s lost far more tournaments than she’s won. But that’s OK. “It’s really been fun. I’ve met so many wonderful people who love the game and traveled so many place for golf. I thank my peers for voting for me.” M April 2016 119

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GOLF

CELEBRATING

GOLF BOB COLLAR WORKS TO HONOR LOCAL GOLFERS ON THE COURSE AND OFF BY LISA ALLEN PHOTO BY ROB KAUFMAN Bob Collar is an energetic fellow. He walks quickly and talks fast, especially when the subject is the Lowcountry Golf Hall of Fame. That’s his baby. Collar, 68, started the hall of fame last year to honor the great golfers who have called this area home or whose work has elevated the game. To create the hall, he sought advice from people like Cary Corbitt, vice president of sports and operations at Sea Pines Resort, and Mike Harmon, director of golf at Secession Golf Club. The standards for nominations are steep, and a 75 percent vote for induction even steeper. This year, the hall will induct Corbitt and Karen Ferree in recognition of their golf careers and their work as co-founders of the Hilton Head Island Junior Golf Association. Collar set up a small hall in The Shops at Sea Pines Center with photos of last year’s inaugural inductees. But he envisions a much larger facility that includes a museum of local golf artifacts, including flags from the more than 50 courses in the region. Golf has always been a part of Collar’s life. He started playing at age 11, and by age 16 was the club champion at his family’s country club near Pittsburgh. “I saw this culture unfold before me and I loved it,” Collar said. He played briefly for Clarion University and Grove City College before he and a friend headed south so they could play yearround. They ended up caddying in Miami.

Bob Collar is director of the Hilton Head Island Amateur Golf Association and formed the Lowcountry Golf Hall of Fame.

Shortly thereafter, Collar was drafted and served on special services for the U.S. Air Force. Yes, that meant he played golf for Uncle Sam throughout Southeast Asia. After his service, he eventually returned to the Pittsburgh area, working in the steel industry. During a downturn in the mid1990s, he and his wife, Brenda, agreed it was time to move with their two children to Hilton Head, where they had spent vacations. He ran a home renovation company for nearly 20 years, but now dedicates his time to golf, either bolstering the hall of fame, planning amateur tournaments or playing a round to maintain his 1.6 handicap.

The hall is atop Collar’s work for the past 11 years as director of the popular Hilton Head Island Amateur Golf Association. He’s in charge of planning seven annual tournaments for its 266 members. One of his favorite memories was when the amateur team beat the area club pros in the Honors Cub after a long losing streak. “It was like winning the Ryder Cup. We were running around yelling, ‘We’re No. 1!’” It was at one of those events that prompted the idea for the hall of fame. “We’re surrounded by some of the best courses in the world with some of the world’s best players. We need to honor that,” he said. And a local golf hall of fame was born. M

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MOSS CREEK PRO NAMED PGA GOLF PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR BY DAVID GIGNILLIAT | PHOTO BY LLOYD WAINSCOTT In a ceremony in early February, the Carolinas PGA awarded Heidi Wright-Tennyson one of its highest honors, naming the longtime Moss Creek Club head professional as its 2015 PGA Golf Professional of the Year. “[I was] shocked, honored and humbled. The Carolinas is a tremendous section with countless tenured and talented professionals,” says Wright-Tennyson, who was nominated by her peers within the organization. “[It] makes one very proud of what you have done with your career.” According to the Carolinas PGA website, the award

recognizes “the individual who demonstrates exceptional performance as a golf professional ... a high level of service to the section, strong leadership, positive image, ability to inspire fellow professionals and promote the game of golf.” The Carolinas PGA has recognized Wright-Tennyson’s work in the past, awarding her the CPGA Player Development Award in 2013 and the Hilton Head Island Chapter Golf Professional of the Year Award in 2000 and 2008. Wright-Tennyson came to the Lowcountry in the early 1990s, first working at Indigo Run and then as an assistant pro at Moss Creek, attracted by the opportu-

nity to play year-round and potentially qualify for the women’s professional tour. Early in her time at Moss Creek, the acting head professional left for a position elsewhere, and WrightTennyson became the interim head professional while the club conducted its replacement search. She ultimately ended up getting the job, and more than two decades later, she’s still the head pro at one of the area’s most popular courses. “Moss Creek gave an enthusiastic 25-year-old assistant professional an opportunity to prove she could,” says WrightTennyson, who played at Bowling Green State University

Heidi Wright-Tennyson, the director of golf at Moss Creek Golf Club, was named Golf Professional of the Year by The Carolinas PGA. Wright-Tennyson has been the professional at the club for 21 years.

and interned while in college at Inverness Club in Toledo, Ohio. “I owe a lot to Moss Creek for the person and professional I am today. It’s been a tremendous experience. They gave me a shot, and here we are almost 22 years later.” The internship at Inverness, one of the top 100 private courses in the country and the site of four U.S. Open championships, first stoked Wright Tennyson’s interest in the club professional side of the sport. “It was then I fell in love with teaching the game, tournament operations and striving to provide excellent service,” she says. “I knew then if playing on tour for a living did not happen, I would be able to pursue my passion in golf as a career in the club industry.” As head professional at Moss Creek, Wright-Tennyson wears as many hats as you might find in the club’s pro shop. Her responsibilities include club operations, member events, player development, driving range and pro shop management, organizing tournaments, charity and collegiate events, managing junior golf programs and representing the club in the community and the region. “Teaching is my favorite part, but it’s just a small part of what I do there on a daily basis,” she says. “I love getting people excited about the game. I love teaching people how to practice and how to become better players. And I love helping my staff learn how to teach the game.” M April 2016 121

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THESE

GUYS ARE

GOOD

NO, NOT THOSE GUYS. THE CADDIES. AND BLUFFTON’S MARK CARENS IS PROOF OF WHAT A GOOD CADDY CAN DO.

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BY BARRY KAUFMAN | PHOTO BY ROB KAUFMAN The great champions of the game of golf become revered for their athleticism, held up in a pantheon of the sport's finest, their names becoming synonymous with the very concept of excellence. Jack. Arnie. Tiger. Each a one-word shorthand for a near-mythical ability to captivate galleries with their skill and poise. It’s only natural that in a sport whose very slogan puts the spotlight right on the players (“These Guys Are Good”), we hold a unique admiration for the players. We give them special jackets, we buy clubs and shoes and gloves with their names on them. We see our car-buying decisions influenced by how cool they look behind the wheel. Which is a shame, because with all that adulation, we’re really missing out on the true heroes of the game: the humble caddy. For example, Jack Nicklaus was a nice guy and all, but did he ever once handle dangerous wildlife in the pursuit of maintaining pace of play? Because local PGA Tour caddy Mark Carens sure has. “Jonathan Byrd was hitting his third shot and we were 100 yards to the pin,” said Carens, describing an incident during the 2014 Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass. “There was this giant turtle right next to the pin so I just ran up and threw it into the lake. I saw the whole thing on TV that night and that’s when I realized it was a snapping turtle. His neck had gone pretty far back.” He then added with a laugh, “I wasn’t thinking about that. I just didn’t want him to pee on me.” Potential lacerations and/or soakings are just a few of the dangers facing the life of a caddy, said Carens. “I’ve seen caddies shoo alligators away with a rake when the ball’s too close to the water. My last tournament in California, my guy hit his ball into a tree so I had to climb up and see if I could get it. Whatever you can do to help your guy make the shot, you know?” Carens turned pro when he was 18, spending 12 years playing the game before a one-off Web.com tournament led him to pursue a now 15-year career as a professional caddie. He lives in Bluffton with his wife and children, Mia and Luke. “There are guys that just get lucky where they’re just in the right place at the right time when someone’s looking for a caddy, said Carens. “That doesn’t happen that much anymore. Caddies are taken more seriously. It’s a more professional business than it was 10 years ago.” And that’s not just for their ability to frighten wildlife and scale trees. A good caddy, to hear Carens describe it, as much a psychologist as golf expert. “You can say the greatest thing in the world, then they hit a bad shot. It’s all experience. Your guy might be coming down to the last hole, and you see he’s tense, so you step up with a joke or try to get him relaxed and take his mind off it. If he does well, you know that’s what it was. But you could do that and he could lose his focus, so you have to get out there. The more you get used to being in the final groups, that’s when you learn what you can see.” M April 2016 123

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HEALTH

YOGA FOR GOLFERS On par with the RBC Heritage tournament, this month’s health column is dedicated to you golfers. STEP 1 Krista Dunton, Professional Golfer

BY BECCA EDWARDS

ccording to professional golfer Krista Dunton, who Golf Magazine named as one of the top 100 teachers and is the lead instructor at Berkeley Hall, yoga is a great way to improve your game. “Yoga makes a huge difference with my clients. It improves mobility, strength and flexibility, as well as mental clarity and focus. If you haven’t tried it yet, you should give it a go. It’s pretty powerful.” Dunton and I devised a simple and quick practice you can do to get in the full swing of things:

Start with Sun Salutation A • Stand at the front of your yoga mat. • Inhale the arms up overhead. • Exhale swan dive into a forward fold. • Inhale bring your hands to your knees and your torso half way up. • Exhale bring your palms down to the mat and step back into a plank (or push up) position. Inhale hold this position. • Exhale do a yoga push up either with your knees on the mat or with straight legs. (Note: The key here is to not let your elbows splay out, but to keep the elbows in line with your shoulders and skimming your ribcage as you lower down.) • Inhale into Upward Facing Dog. • Exhale into Downward Facing Dog. • Inhale and exhale five yoga breaths. • At the bottom of your last exhale, step or jump to the front of your mat. • Inhale bring your hands to your knees and your torso half way up. • Exhale into a forward fold. • Inhale and reverse swan dive your arms and torso up. • Exhale end in a standing position. • Repeat for a total of five rounds.

STEP 2

Wide Legged Forward Fold • Going lengthwise along your mat, step your feet three feet apart. • With your hands on your hip creases, inhale and straighten your spine. • Exhale and fold forward bending at the waist. • Stay here for five yoga breaths and then inhale up to standing.

STEP 3

Pyramid Pose • Standing at the front of your mat, step your left foot back two feet. • Bringing your hands to your hips, inhale and straighten your spine. • Exhale and fold forward bending at the waist. • Stay here for five yoga breaths and then inhale up to standing. • Repeat on the other side.

STEP 4

Super Man Pose • Lay on your belly and make a “T” formation with your arms. • Inhale and lift the right leg up and place your right foot outside your left leg and twist toward the sky. • Stay here for five yoga breaths and then repeat on the other side.

STEP 5

Practice Yoga Breathing • Lastly, sit comfortably on your mat. • Close your eyes. • Inhale and exhale from the nose. • Start to recognize your breath. Chances are, you naturally breathe from your sternum. • Begin to breathe deeper from your belly. • Then create equanimity of the breath by inhaling and exhaling to a count of five • Stay here for five minutes. M Becca Edwards is a wellness professional, freelance writer and owner of b.e.WELL+b.e.CREATIVE (bewellbecreative.com).

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Close to the heart DAUGHTER’S CONDITION PROMPTS LOCAL FAMILY TO SPONSOR PALMETTO HEART WALK When Meredith Walls was four months pregnant with her daughter, Ryan Elizabeth, she was given news that no parent wants to hear. BY AMY COYNE BREDESON | PHOTO BY ROB KAUFMAN

From left; Meredith, Ryan and Aiden walk with their two dogs — Jersey and Bay.

The 2016 Palmetto Heart Walk will take place April 30 at Shelter Cove Towne Center - Waterfront Park on Hilton Head Island. Activities will begin at 8:30 a.m., and the walk will start at 9:30 a.m. To register or make a donation, go to palmettoheartwalk.org. There is no cost to walk, but donations will be accepted.

he baby had a third-degree congenital heart block, a life-threatening condition that slows the heartbeat. Walls explained that when someone has a heart block, the electrical pulses that control the heart rate are disrupted, causing the heart to beat more slowly. A normal range for a heartbeat at Ryan’s stage in utero at that point is between 100 and 160 beats per minutes; Ryan’s heartbeats per minute ranged from the high 30s to low 40s. “I was overwhelmed with the diagnosis, but tried to maintain a calm and intelligent approach to it all,” Walls said. “I devoured everything I could fi nd about CHD and became the biggest advocate for my daughter from that day forward.” Doctors assured Walls that a pacemaker would fi x the problem. They just had to wait until the baby was born to implant one. On Aug. 23, 2004, Ryan was born six weeks early at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, weighing only 3.5 pounds. Normally, a child with a heart block would undergo surgery to have an internal pacemaker installed at birth. But because Ryan was so small, she was given a temporary external pacemaker and had to wait until she weighed 5 pounds to get an internal one. Just moments after her birth, Ryan was whisked away and taken through a tunnel from the hospital she was born in to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, where she had her fi rst heart surgery at just 45 minutes old. She was 8 weeks old when she had the surgery to install the internal pacemaker. Now 11 years old, Ryan is a healthy, active child who enjoys soccer, basketball and horseback riding. She loves to read and spend time on the May River, and is in the fi fth grade at River Ridge Academy in Bluffton.

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HEALTH Her current pacemaker sits in the wall of her abdomen, but next year she will receive an “adult” pacemaker, which will be placed by her collarbone. Because of their experience with heart disease, the Walls family wants to raise awareness about the condition. The family business, Walls Investment, sponsored this year’s Hilton Head Heart Ball and is sponsoring the 2016 Palmetto Heart Walk. They have formed their own team, the Young Heart Warriors. The walk is set for April 30 on Hilton Head Island. The Walls family is looking for people who are 21 years old and younger in the Lowcountry who have been affected by congenital heart defects or congenital heart disease to join their team. They haven’t met many people with congenital heart defects but did get the chance to meet a little girl with a heart condition at the Hilton Head Heart Ball in January. Still, they would love to connect with more people. “When you’re in the situation, especially if it’s at birth or they’re very, very young, you’re so in the situation; you’re too close

to it that you’re just trying to get through the day, the hour,” Walls said. “But I think now that 12 years time has gone by, it’s really important to reach out and try to connect with other parents.” Looking back, Walls said it would’ve been nice to have the support of others who had been in their shoes. But as all parents know, life gets crazy with kids and some things just don’t happen. Not only is the walk an opportunity to raise awareness, and for Ryan and her family to meet others dealing with congenital heart defects. It’s a chance to make a real difference in the lives of people affected by these conditions. Proceeds from last year’s walk helped fund more than $4 million in research projects in South Carolina, as well as local advocacy, education and outreach across Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper counties, according to Kelly Lynn Bedtelyon, director of marketing and communications for the Mid-Atlantic Affiliate of the American Heart Association. It’s also a chance to simply encourage others to take care of their own hearts.

Carla Raines, development director of the Lowcountry chapter of the American Heart Association, said it’s important to get people out there, moving and walking. To help emphasis heart health, the walk will also feature CPR demonstrations, blood pressure checks and a kids’ zone at the event. Raines said heart disease is the No. 1 killer of Americans, and one in 100 babies is born with a congenital heart defect. Raines said thanks to the association, all newborns in South Carolina are now required to undergo pulse oximetry tests, which detect over 80 percent of heart defects before babies go home from the hospital. The association is also pushing for CPR training to be mandatory for high school graduation in South Carolina. “Most people associate heart disease with older people — stroke and heart attack and things like that,” Walls said. “But for us, it’s important to show the other side, that there really are thousands of families that have children that are being affected by it as well.” M

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SPORT

SPORTS ROUNDUP

Hilton Head Monthly's Art Director, Jeremy Swartz, prepares to tee off on the 18th Hole at Harbour Town. Actual shot trajectory shown.

GOLFWEEK HONORS 3 LOCAL GOLF COURSES

HAMPTON LAKE, WAHOO SHOOTOUT FISHING TOURNAMENTS PLANNED A new ﬁ shing tournament is set for April 3-4 at Hampton Lake in Bluffton. The tournament is focused on active-duty military personnel, combat-wounded troops and medically-discharged service members and is hosted by the Lowcountry Foundation for Wounded Military Heroes. Boats used in the tournament are being donated by Hampton Lake residents. For more information or to nominate a service member, contact the Lowcountry Foundation for Wounded Military Heroes at lfwmh@yahoo. com or 843-815-6339. On Hilton Head Island, the 12th annual Hilton Head Harbor Wahoo Shootout will take place April 20-23. Sponsored by Yamaha and Hilton Head Boathouse, the tournament offers a $5,000 prize guarantee. Find more information online at www.islandshootout.com.

SAVANNAH NOW HOME TO INDOOR FOOTBALL TEAM The Savannah Steam have signed a lease agreement with the 8,800-seat Savannah Civic Center for the upcoming 2016 American Indoor Football season. The Steam play in the Southern Division of the American Indoor Football League and look to reward the fans with a fast-paced, fun-ﬁ lled, family-friendly football. “We made the right choice in choosing to partner with the AIF last season,” said Steam CEO Bobby Dammarell. “The AIF has made it possible for us to bring this great sport into this great community.” Regular season home games are scheduled for April 17, against the Atlanta Vultures; April 23, against the Central Florida Jags; and May 14, against the Georgia Firebirds. Kickoff for each game is 7:05 p.m. Tickets start at $10. Find more information online at www.savannahsteam.com.

Three local golf courses were listed among Golfweek magazine’s 2016 rankings of the “Best Courses You Can Play in South Carolina.” Sea Pines Resort’s Harbour Town Golf Links, which hosts the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing, was listed No. 2 in the state, behind the Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. The May River Course at Palmetto Bluff was ranked No. 4 on the list and Palmetto Dunes’ Robert Trent Jones course was ranked No. 9. Golfweek's ranking panel consists of 675 voters from seven countries who rely on 10 criteria to rate the golf courses, including overall land plan, variety and memorability of golf holes, conditioning and ecology, and the “walk in the park test,” which rates the sense of the course as worthy of spending four hours on it. Golfweek also recently released its list of best modern golf courses. Harbor Town was ranked No. 47. Long Cove Club was No. 62.

FORMER HHCA STUDENT WINS BIG EAST INDOOR LONG JUMP Former Hilton Head Christian Academy student Zach Polk recently won the long jump competition at the Big East Indoor Track & Field Championships in Staten Island, New York. Competing as a sophomore for Xavier University, Polk jumped 7.18 meters on his fi nal jump to secure his fi rst collegiate victory. Polk is having a breakthrough season for the Musketeers, earning Big East Field Athlete of the Week honors twice. In high school, Polk was a four-time state champion for Hilton Head Christian Academy in 2014, winning the 100- and 400-meter races, the high jump and the long jump at the SCISA State Track and Field Championships. He was the fi rst runner athlete in SCISA history to win four events at the state meet.

CELEBRATED GOLF PRO TIM MOSS PASSES AWAY AT 66 Golf professional Tim Moss died March 9 at his residence in Bluffton. He was 66. As a 40-year resident of Hilton Head Island and Bluffton, Moss was well-known throughout the South Carolina golﬁ ng community, having worked as a PGA master teaching professional at several local courses. Known for his infectious sense of humor, commitment to family and friends, and magnetic personality, Moss touched the lives of many golfers and non-golfers alike. His tireless work in the golf industry was rewarded by a 2015 induction into the Lowcountry Golf Hall of Fame, publication of an instructional golf book, and contribution to the movie "The Legend of Bagger Vance." He will be remembered for his love and devotion to family, caring nature with friends, and strong spirit. He is survived by his wife, Mary, as well as his son and daughter-in-law, T and Molly. Donations in Moss' honor can be made to the No More Diabetes Foundation at www.nmdfoundation.org.

HILTON HEAD BASEBALL ASSOCIATION HONORS KHALIL SINGLETON The Hilton Head Baseball Association recently honored the life of former player Khalil Singleton, an 8-year-old Hilton Head Island boy who was tragically shot and killed by a stray bullet in a 2012 gunfi ght.The association asked his parents, Kareem Singleton and Katrina Dixon, to throw out the fi rst pitch on opening night of the 2016 season. Both parents both threw pitches at the same time, not far from a banner honoring Khalil. The banner travels each year to the fi eld he would have played on. The baseball association has also set up a scholarship fund in Khalil’s honor.

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he detailed craftsmanship is evident in every room in this house. Soak in the view outside, the sightlines from inside out, the casual and updated coastal style with some modern edgy elements, and the openness from room to room. Builder Todd Hawk, owner and president of H2 Builders in Bluffton, envisioned every detail of the home he built for himself and his family at Tidewater Manor on Hilton Head Island before architect Grady Thomas’ first sketch was drawn and before the first nail was hammered. That’s what he does — envisions. It’s what he did for himself, a professional builder with a penchant for dreaming big and realizing that dream with absolute precision, and what he has done for hundreds of clients who are calling the home in his builder’s mind’s eye their home. “Yeah that’s my thing,” said Hawk, who founded his company in 1996. “I like to be very creative. Creativity and making it work is a challenging thing.” Ten years ago, he bought a large undeveloped patch of land he called Tidewater Landing and envisioned a small collection of upscale homes that could be transformed into a neighborhood, including his own that he built. He sold that one and built his new spacious 8,665-square-foot home on two acres over 14 months, beginning in 2013. Overall, his gated Tidewater development showcases five deep-water lots. April 2016 141

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“We took aspects of our last house and refined them in this house,” the native Tennessean said. That includes the backyard pool, grand outdoor living space with a top-of-line working kitchen, and the large boat dock that leans against the marsh and stretches to Broad Creek for fishing and recreational enjoyment. There’s a 35-foot offshore fishing boat on a lift and a 22-foot Scout in the water for short jaunts to nearby restaurants. The home itself is big, but not overly imposing. Its five bedrooms, five-and-a-half

bathrooms and three fireplaces integrate gracefully in an open floor plan befit for their social lifestyle. Hawk and his wife, Tracy, who lent her interior design touches with the J Banks Design Group, like to entertain. “It’s a big home, but it’s a very inviting and very warm home,” Hawk said. “It’s a transitional blend of a little bit Lowcountry with a European flair to it,” Hawk said. “It’s a very open floor plan that brings the space into the family room, dining room, great room … we wanted plenty of glass on the back so wherever you are in the main living part of the house, you can see the water.” As much as the home is private and personal, Hawk also views his residence as a showpiece for the inquiring upscale buyer looking for new ideas. “We like to be ahead of the marketplace in regards to design, fit and finish of the home,” Hawk said. “We try to lead the market.” He does note a California influence in some decisions large and small he made along the way, but says that the singular imprint his home makes in the Lowcountry architectural vernacular stands out on its own. “Our goal in building the house was to be unique and bring in different things into the marketplace,” said Hawk, who shows the

home to interested clients. “There are plenty of ideas here that people can incorporate into their own homes.” It’s unlikely that anyone would love everything about his home, he acknowledges, but says that almost all visitors find something in the details and craftsmanship and use of materials that is appealing. Just through the front door is a grand foyer resplendent with French limestone, artisan’s millwork and wainscoting, with a direct sightline showing reclaimed beams leading into the great room and nature’s splendor beyond. “You stand in the foyer, and we have a zero edge on the pool, and it looks like it’s going right into the marsh,” Hawk said. No wonder he and his family spend so much time outdoors on the vast patio with a fantastic view of the marsh, creek and natural landscape. They entertain, grill and watch their teenage son and his friends enjoy the great outdoors on the property or on the water. It’s a good life outside, but inside the home is, well, ever more splendid. Window coverings were done by Budget Blinds. “It was a fun and challenging project,” said Bob Engler of Budget Blinds. “The wood

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AT HOME plantation shutters required a custom paint color to match the unique trim. The windows in the bedroom were large to let in a lot of natural light and admire the view. The challenge was to find something that was easy to use yet disappeared when they wanted the windows open. We installed motorized roller shades that can be raised or lowered with the touch of a button. The shades are hardwired and can be controlled with either the shade remote or through home audio system.” Here are a few other touches that Hawk incorporated into his home: The family room has a wood-burning fir place for family comfort in the colder months. The entertainment room upstairs seats seven for big-screen showings. The great room, with its trusses and backlit LED lights, ascends 30 feet. The custom built-in cabinets with custom iron barn doors in the great room frame a gas-burning fireplace A glass-enclosed wine room juts off the kitchen. The informal dining room has views of two fireplaces In the kitchen, a patina distressed metal hood hovers above the stove and a marble backsplash covers the entire wall. Custom cabinetry from H2 Builders’ Cabinet Design Gallery and Calcutta gold marble with lettering process from Distinctive Marble & Granite covers the island and countertops. Reclaimed barn wood with a greenish wash adorns the ceiling. Lighting fixtures were done by Hagemeyer Lighting. Highlights include the custom copper gas lanterns outside of the house and a beautiful custom copper dining chandelier. Overnight guests upstairs have their own kitchenette and comfortable sitting area with doors that open up to a covered porch with water views. Hand-honed beams with a custom mantel secure the great room. Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances (dishwashers, double oven, steam oven, etc.) were furnished by Billy Woods Appliances. Reclaimed antique oak flooring spreads across the master bedroom, studio and most of the upstairs. Oversized three-panel Marvin glass doors in the great room open and can pocket back into the wall. The Hilton Head Homebuilders Association awarded the home Best Overall, Best Bath and Best Exterior awards in its category. The Hawks are right at home in their updated coastal casual surroundings, just the way they envisioned it. M

VENDOR LIST Builder: H2 Builders Interior Design: J Banks Design Group, Tracy Hawk Architect: Grady L. Woods Appliances: Billy Wood Appliance Lighting Fixtures: Hagemeyer, The Light Post Pool: Year Round Pool Building Supplies: Grayco Fireplaces and Gas: Casual Living Tile, Limestone, Granite: Distinctive Granite & Marble Carpet: Abbey Floor Fashion, Inc. Blinds: Budget Blinds Cabinetry: H2 Builders Cabinet/Design Gallery

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REAL ESTATE

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VACATION HOME MAY NOT BE OUT OF REACH

Since I moved to the area more than 10 years ago, March has become my new favorite month of the year.

love all the events and festivals that start the new season. Many visitors come back year after year to attend these events and will rent vacation homes. When people dream of vacation homes, often they cut themselves off quickly, thinking they would never be able to afford one. However, new research by the National Association of Realtors shows that is probably not the case. While vacation homes are obviously a big investment, they aren’t out of reach for those under the six-ﬁ gure salary mark. According to the Association’s 2015 Investment and Vacation Home Buyers Survey, the median household income for those who own a

vacation property is $94,380, only about $15,000 more than the median income for those who own their primary residence ($79,650). And if you thought buyers needed cash to buy a second home, think again — 70 percent of vacation homes purchased last year were ﬁ nanced with a mortgage. As visitors return home from their holidays, they might be curious about buying a vacation home and start to research the possibilities. While all the information available online is great, there is nothing like a Realtor to assist you in your decision. Only a Realtor has access to the latest ﬁ gures and data for the Hilton Head area and can supply the most

accurate information to help you make an informed decision. The market is off to a great start for 2016. In the ﬁ rst month of the new year, new listings were up 18.6 percent to 554. Pending sales increased 1.6 percent to 318. Inventory grew 2.6 percent to 2,303 units. Prices moved higher as the median sales price was up 27.4 percent to $300,650. Months supply of i nventory was down 12.2 percent to 6.5 months, indicating that demand increased relative to supply. If you know someone thinking of buying a vacation home in the area, be sure they work with a Realtor and a member of the Hilton Head Area Association of Realtors. M Jean Beck is the executive vice president of the Hilton Head Area Association of Realtors.

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Charter One Realty is pleased to announce that Daniel Cort has joined the company at their North ofﬁce located at 81 Main Street on Hilton Head Island. Cort joins the Sampson Group and over 129 top producing real estate professionals at Charter One Realty, Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry’s sales volume leader in real estate. A native of Greenville, and a graduate of Furman University, Cort made the move to the Lowcountry in 1996. He has nearly 20 years of experience in the real estate industry. He joins his wife Debbie as a member of the Charles Sampson Real Estate Group of Charter One Realty. The two will also brand themselves as the Cort Real Estate Professionals within the Sampson Group. Charter One Realty is pleased to announce that Montana Sticher has joined the company at their Promenade ofﬁ ce located at 1 Promenade Street in Bluffton. Sticher joins The Marvin Hall Team and over 129 top-producing real estate professionals at Charter One Realty, the Lowcountry’s sales volume leader in real estate. Originally from Forsyth, Ga., Sticher is a graduate of Georgia Southern where he excelled in the art of marketing and sales, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing.

worked in the car sales and timeshare industries for nearly 20 years. She and her husband, a retired police ofﬁ cer, currently live in the Bluffton area. Weichart Realtors welcomes Sharee Herring to the agency’s sales team. Prior to real estate, Herring was involved in event coordination, property management and customer service. She is currently enrolled at Technical College of the Lowcountry working towards her bachelor’s degree in business management, with a minor in hospitality. She is a native of Ridgeland. Paulette Oravec joins Keller Williams Realty Hilton Head/Bluffton Oravec has been in the real estate industry for more than 35 years, working in the Pennsylvania, Maryland and New Jersey markets. She also was a volunteer for the American Heart Association and was chairwoman of the Heart Ball in Annapolis.

Loni Lueke has joined Keller Williams Hilton Head/Bluffton as a sales associate. Lueke moved to the U.S. from Berlin in 2014 and founded the company Face The Facts. She is establishing a reciprocal real estate ofﬁce in order to work with both Americans and Germans.

Tammy Woodard, owner of Century 21 Advantage Properties, recently attended the Century 21 International Management Academy. The three-and-a-half-day academy is such a success that the brand now offers it three times annually, twice at the corporate headquarters of Century 21 Real Estate in Madison, New Jersey, and once at a remote location in the U.S. The academy features a strategic overview of the brand’s comprehensive suite of tools and technologies and how to leverage them and other techniques into effective real estate brokerage management.

Weichert Realtors welcomes Lisa Moore to the agency’s sales team. Moore was born and raised in Washington state. Prior to embarking on her real estate career in 2008, she

The Rupp Team was named the No. 1 agent out of more than 12,000 agents nationwide in the Weichert Companies for Gross Commissions in 2016 Year-To-Date through February.

ENGEL & VÖLKERS HONORS TURNER WITH TOP AWARD Engel & Völkers, the European-based premium real estate brand, announced that Rick Turner of Engel & Völkers Hilton Head Island-Bluffton has been inducted into the fi rm’s ultra-exclusive Private Offi ce network. Turner is one of a select group of the brand’s advisors worldwide to be awarded with this distinction. Out of the 7,000 advisors who represent the Engel & Völkers brand in 37 countries, Turner is among only 55 selected to carry the title Private Offi ce Advisor. The exclusive, invitation-only Private Offi ce induction ceremony was held at the Vaquero Club in Westlake, Texas. In related news: • Engel & Völkers welcomes Realtor Eileen Montgomery, an accomplished real estate agent for more than 15 years. Prior to “migrating South,” Montgomery enjoyed a successful career in public relations in Illinois. • Kathy Jenson recently joined Engel & Völkers as client and advisor service manager. When she’s not supporting the agents and clients, Jenson can be found on the tennis courts or walking her dogs.

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Mother Nature’s Hole-in-One

oss Creek is a southern coastal Community nestled deep in the heart of the South Carolina Lowcountry located just minutes from the bridge leading to world-famous Hilton Head Island. Every Moss Creek property owner is a Member in this exceptional private Community where neighbors count you first as friends. Enter the gates of Moss Creek, and you’ll find yourself in a place where homes are nestled along rich tidal salt marshes and creeks that boasts stunningly beautiful sunsets. Golf at Moss Creek is some of the finest in the Lowcountry with its two championship courses, Devil’s Elbow South and North. The Fazio designed courses are lined with magnificent oak trees and tall airy pines, strategically placed bunkers, large lagoons and water tributaries, and last but not least, the salt

marshes which change twice daily with the tides. The Tennis Community in Moss Creek embraces players of all levels. The USTA award winning Tennis Center consists of 7 Har-Tru courts (5 lit), a practice wall, tennis Clubhouse, and plenty of seating for tennis enthusiasts to view matches or exhibitions. Overlooking Mackay’s Creek and the Moss Creek Marina, the waterfront Pool and Fitness Complex is home to our two heated and cooled pools; a beach entry pool for relaxation and enjoyment of Members, an exercise pool for lap swimmers and exercise classes, and a shaded kiddie pool. Upstairs in the Fitness Center, the view from the cardio equipment is unparalleled and the center has an active program of classes and personal training.

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Every Moss Creek owner* has the option to pay an Annual Activity Fee of $1,000 for UNLIMITED USE of the following amenities: n Unlimited Golf on both Fazio Courses (excludes cart fees)

RECENT AWARDS FOR MOSS CREEK’S PROFESSIONAL STAFF Heidi Wright-Tennyson Director of Golf 2015 Golf Professional of the Year – Carolinas PGA Section Tom Ruth Director of Tennis 2015 PTR Member of the Year, SC

n Unlimited Golf Practice Facilities n Unlimited Tennis Center Use n Marina usage, including boat ramp and new kayak launch is also provided. (Limited to one wet or dry storage slip/space and two kayak storage spaces based on availability.) This is the most attractive amenity package available in the Lowcountry. The exceptional combination of value plus quality makes Moss Creek truly unique as a private, residential community. Owners who choose not to take advantage of the Annual Activity Fee can pay a daily fee for use of the amenities. It’s all here at Moss Creek, unlimited amenities for an affordable price. Come visit us and see why we are so proud of our community. *Includes owner, spouse/partner & dependent children (under 22) living at home.

The Bostwick Point Park is a beautiful Community park located along the marsh, and is home to a new natural surroundings dog park. The Moss Creek Clubhouse is a center of activity for Members and their guests. Our Members enjoy casual dining, monthly club special events, and happy hour on the verandah overlooking the beautiful marsh. The Community is financially strong, maintains a Reserve Fund to keep all of its amenities in excellent condition, and has a well thought out Long Range Plan. Come discover the beauty of Private Club Living at Moss Creek – Mother Nature’s Hole-in-One.

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Frances Sampson (843) 681-3307 x 236 Mobile - (843) 384-1002

Charles@CharlesSampson.com

Frances@FrancesSampson.com

Angela Mullis (843) 681-3307 x 223 Mobile - (843) 384-7301

Debbie Cort (843) 681-3307 Mobile - (843) 384-8491

Angela@AngelaMullis.com

DebbieCort@CharterOneRealty.com

Island Resident Since 1972 • REALTOR of The Year 1996, 2004, 2015

81 Main Street, Suite 202, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 (843) 384-7300 or (800) 267-3285 ext. 215 24 PARKWOOD DRIVE

9 IVORY GULL PLACE

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231 GRANDVIEW COURT

OUTSTANDING VIEWS of the Intracoastal Waterway, Skull Creek Marina, Pinckney Island Refuge and magnificent sunsets in this third floor luxury condominium. Grandview is a one of a kind residential complex located in private Hilton Head Plantation. Features 3 BR, 3.5 BA, inviting foyer, open great room, an eat-in kitchen, granite counter tops, marble floors, smooth ceilings, laundry room, assigned covered parking and large storage lockers. Quality construction insures total privacy. $1,195,000

CUSTOM BUILT 5 bedroom Hilton Head Plantation home located on a private tree covered homesite. Convenient to all Hilton Head Island has to offer – the beach, shopping, schools and dining. Features include tile ﬂooring, high ceilings, s/s appliances, oversize 2 car garage. 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, living room, family room, eat-in kitchen and dining room. $495,000

WATCH THE SUN RISE out of the Atlantic. Located in HHP’s prestigious Hickory Forest neighborhood. One owner home with great curb appeal. This 3 BR, 3 BA 2-story home is on a very private pie shaped wooded homesite and features formal Living Room and Dining Room plus a kitchen/family room combo. Large utility room, ﬁreplace, newer roof and 2-car garage. Large screened porch with a 2nd ﬂoor deck above just off the Master Suite. $436,000

28 BIG WOODS

22 SUGAR PINE LANE

15 FOX DEN COURT

CONDITION, LOCATION AND VALUE! 26 Yellow Rail offers all three! This home is located at the end of a quiet street and just off the 8th fairway of Oyster Reef Golf Club. 3 BR or 2 and a den, 2 baths, formal living and dining rooms, winterized screen porch and 2 car garage. This ﬁne home is updated with oak ﬂoors, high ceilings, s/s appliances and much more. $434,900

PANORAMIC park like multi fairway lagoon view. Short distance to Hilton Head Plantation’s Dolphin Head Beach Park and Port Royal Sound. Nestled under stately moss draped oaks and just off Dolphin Head’s 16th. 3 bedroom, 3 bath, open living room and dining room, ofﬁce, eat-in kitchen. Updated baths with large walk-in, updated kitchen, Carolina room, covered lanai, new HVAC 2016. Used only as a second home. $428,500

PRIVACY and lagoon view and has open space on three sides. Covered back deck. Deceiving from the outside. This home features 3 bedrooms and a den. The den could be converted to a 4th bedroom. There is a formal living room with a Savannah grey brick ﬁreplace, a formal dining room as well as an eat-in kitchen. The second ﬂoor boasts a very large bedroom and a bath with 2 walk in attics, one of which could easily be converted to another room. $425,000

METICULOUSLY CARED FOR Hilton Head Plantation home. Private wooded conservancy homesite. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, the beach and all Hilton Head Plantation has to offer. Short distance on bike ride to Hilton Head Plantation’s new Spring Lake pool complex. 3 Bedroom 2 ½ bath, formal living room and dining room, eat-in kitchen, screen porch and two car garage. Kitchen and bath updated, new HVAC 2015, roof 2006. Will be a joy to call home. $425,000

21 HIGHBUSH DRIVE

THE GREENS VILLAS

903 HARBOUR MASTER

107 THE BREAKERS VILLA

ENJOY sitting on your private back deck viewing the tranquil lagoon with its fountain. 21 Highbush is a conveniently located to Spring Lake Recreation area with its tennis complex, new pavilion, the Plantation House and soon to be the new Spring Lake swimming pool. This home has 3 BR | 3 BA, a formal living and dining room, eat-in kitchen which is open to the family room. There is a side entry two-car garage and expansive wrap around deck. $418,900

SHORT WALK OR BIKE RIDE to the beach, Van Der Meer tennis complex and the Sonesta Resort. This shipyard villa has two bedrooms and two and half baths. Golf view. $239,900

AN OCEAN FRONT community in the heart of Hilton Head Island, home of Van Der Meer Tennis Center, Sonesta Resort Hotel and the Shipyard Golf Club. Owners have use of the Shipyard Beach Club a bike ride away. 903 is an oversized 2 BR, 2.5 BA with two extra ﬂex rooms, kitchen and baths have been updated. Kitchen has granite. Harbour Master pool is great and overlooks a lagoon and golf fairway. Harbour Master is a small quiet community. $209,500

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A GREAT WAY TO OWN a get-a-way at the Hilton Head Island Beach. Just steps from the ocean and in Coligny Plaza with its dining, shopping, night life and music. The oceanfront pool complex is outstanding. There is covered parking. This 1st ﬂoor one bedroom villas which can sleep 6 is turnkey ready. All you need to do is bring your toothbrush, bathing suit and some suntan lotion. $148,500

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Charles Sampson (843) 681-3000 Mobile - (843) 384 -7300

Frances Sampson (843) 681-3307 x 236 Mobile - (843) 384-1002

Charles@CharlesSampson.com

Frances@FrancesSampson.com

Angela Mullis (843) 681-3307 x 223 Mobile - (843) 384-7301

Debbie Cort (843) 681-3307 Mobile - (843) 384-8491

Angela@AngelaMullis.com

DebbieCort@CharterOneRealty.com

Island Resident Since 1972 • REALTOR of The Year 1996, 2004, 2015

81 Main Street, Suite 202, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 (843) 384-7300 or (800) 267-3285 ext. 215

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9 MCINTOSH ROAD SPANISH WELLS

4 HARTFORD

554 COLONIAL DRIVE

FANTASTIC private oversized cul-de-sac Port Royal Plantation homesite nestled under the canopy of stately moss-draped live oaks and enhanced by the mature landscaping. Incredible marsh, Fish Haul Creek & Port Royal Sound views. The panoramic view is all the way across the Sound to Lands End on St. Helena Island. Features of this home include a raised tabby foundation, formal Living Room, formal Dining Room, an oversized Master Suite, 2 guest suites, 3 full baths, 3 half baths, 3 car garage, large utility room and very special wet bar with built-in wine racks for over 100 of your best bottles of wine. The Kitchen, Family Room and Carolina Room are totally open to each other. Every room in the house has been remodeled with new pine or stone ﬂooring, smooth ceilings, appliances, bathroom ﬁxtures, cabinetry and more! $1,200,000

OUTSTANDING LOWCOUNTRY ELEGANCE – Panoramic view of the Par 3 11th of the Golf Club in Indigo Run. Easy access to the beach. All spacious rooms, 3 bedroom 3 full and 2 half baths, wood/limestone/carpet floors, smooth ceilings, granite tops, oversize garage with golf cart bay, screen porch, 1st floor master, office, bonus room and more. $825,000

OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD your dream home in exclusive Spanish Wells. This homesite is 1.25 acres and is on the second fairway of the Spanish Wells Golf Club. Shown is a 3350+ sq.ft. home with a first floor master, future bonus room, easy to be a 3-car garage, generous allowances, office, kitchen/family room, walk in pantry and more. Outstanding view of the golf course and easy walking distance to the community pool, tennis and clubhouse. Other floor plans available. $995,000

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5 ROYAL POINTE DRIVE

64 PARKSIDE DRIVE

17 SAPELO ISLAND LANE

LOWCOUNTRY MASTERPIECE that is nestled under moss draped oaks. Enjoy the cool breezes off the marshes of Mackay Creek and view the 11th fairway of Moss Creeks North Course. 4 BR or 3 BR and Den / 3.5 BA with a formal dining room, an eat-in kitchen and family room. Antique Heart Pine ﬂoors and crown molding, French doors to beautiful back deck. Moss Creek is just minutes from world class Hilton Head Island but is a world away. $575,000

CASUAL LIVING AT ITS BEST, conveniently located near the entrance of Moss Creek. Enjoy outstanding golf, tennis, clubhouse atmosphere, pool-dock-health club complex, high smooth ceilings, wood ﬂoors, open 3 bedroom ﬂoor plan with 3 full baths, screen porch, trex deck and 2 car garage. $368,500

WATCH THE SUNSET 3 bedroom home located in the coveted Parkside section of Woodbridge. This home features formal living and dining rooms, study, and an eat-in kitchen overlooking the family room. Hardwood ﬂoors throughout this home and tile in the wet areas. Other features included screened porch overlooking the fenced in back yard, a bonus room with its own half bath and a gas burning ﬁreplace in the family room. $379,000

WONDERFUL 4 BR / 2.5 BA home in Island West. This 2-story home features tile and wood flooring, smooth ceilings with ceiling fans, fireplace in the Living Room and tray ceiling in the Master Bedroom. Amenities include a junior sized Olympic swimming pool, two tennis courts, basketball court, children’s playground and a community clubhouse with meeting room, kitchen, lending library and fitness center. Location is close to Savannah, Beaufort and Hilton Head. $329,000

47 ISLE OF PALMS E.

4 WELLINGTON DRIVE

5 POND VIEW COURT

LOWCOUNTRY HOMESITES HILTON HEAD PLANTATION 7 ANGLERS POND CT. LAGOON VIEW $168,500 18 CHINA COCKLE LANE 2ND ROW SOUND $197,500 HAMPTON HALL 280 FARNSLEIGH AVE $179,000 15 HAMPSTEAD AVE $94,900

WARM AND INVITING this 4BR, 2.5BA home in Palmetto Pointe offers thoughtful design and ﬂow. Large open ﬂoorplan with Great Room wired for surround sound, Kitchen and Dining Area make for a perfect gathering place downstairs. Smooth ceilings, 2-car garage, oversized kitchen pantry. Patio off of the dining area with a wooded view. Super location with easy access to Hilton Head, Savannah or Beaufort. Community pool to open Spring 2016! $228,500

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LOVELY 3 BEDROOM HOME overlooking a lagoon. This home features new carpet in bedrooms, tile in kitchen and baths and wood in the living and dining areas. His and her closets, a wood burning ﬁreplace and screened porch are also featured in this home located in Woodbridge which is conveniently located near shops, dining and is zoned for the new River Ridge Academy. $214,900

CONVENIENT COUNTRY LIVING, midway between Hilton Head Island, Savannah and Beaufort on approximately an acre in a non-gated community. Looking for an at-home workshop, 5 Pond View Court in Grande Oaks has an oversized garage with wrap around work benches and shelving. Elevated foundation, 3 bedroom 2 bath, ﬁreplace, front porch and large rear deck. Very private location great for small at-home business. $245,000

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Ben Ferguson 843.301.4460 benjferg@hotmail.com

LONG COVE

COLLETON RIVER

246 LONG COVE – $484,900 What a house! Gently used part time residence. Complete remodel in 2013! New roof, new hardwood floors, new baths, new vanities, etc. New plantation shades and new 6 panel interior doors. New kitchen with granite and stainless appliances as well as a microwave oven drawer and dual fuel range. Living room has fireplace. Screened porch with view of golf course. Grilling pavilion for entertaining. Large deck. Two car garage.

8 STRAWBERRY HILL – $739,000 What a house in Long Cove! Open Floor plan. All the upgrades throughout. Hardwood, tile and carpet floors. Large formal living room with gas fireplace, built ins and tray ceilings. Pool is heated. Large deck. Great for entertaining inside and outside. Gorgeous lagoon view.

8 DELTA LANE – $979,900 Entry foyer with custom woodwork. Trey ceilings and built ins throughout. Formal dining room. Formal living room with built ins and fireplace. Huge chef’s kitchen with granite, top of the line stainless appliances. Large family room right off the kitchen. Plus a walk in wine cellar that is incredible. Huge master suite with sitting area. Gorgeous master bath with custom vanities, tub and a walk in shower. Also a large bonus room/game room upstairs. Large deck with lagoon view.

7 MILLBROOK COURT – $669,000 Brand new – just completed. Great golf view from this new home. Open floor plan with high ceilings. Lowcountry wood floors. Kitchen has upgraded stainless appliances and granite. Living room right off kitchen with built-ins and fireplace. Large master and upgraded master bath with carrara marble, coffered ceilings, custom workmanship, and the list goes on. Large screened in porch. Two car garage and golf cart garage.

HILTON HEAD PLANTATION

WE WANT TO THANK OUR CLIENTS

HILTON HEAD PLANTATION

WE CLOSED $26,180,000 IN SALES AND COMPLETED 75 TRANSACTIONS IN 2015

ONE OF THE TOP FIVE INDIVIDUAL AGENTS IN 2015 6 BEAR ISLAND – $629,000 What a view from this Lowcountry home. This corner lot is wrapped in marsh and creek views. Updated kitchen, baths, floors ..you name it and it was done. Top of the line kitchen with one of a kind granite, custom cabinets & stainless appliances. Large living room w/fireplace and large deck with marsh views. Master bath totally redone. Outside is a resort. Pool w/sun deck and tiki hut with tv and grill. Enjoy the Lowcountry life in this home.

5 FISHERMANS BEND – $375,000 This home has been completely renovated. And is very deceptive. Much larger inside than it appears. 3 Bedrooms and 3 baths, 2,150 heated sq. ft. New kitchen, new wood floors, new bathrooms. You name it and they did it. Ready to move in. Great private back yard with large patio and firepit. Private homesite with lots of open space and wooded view. Crooked pond has its own pool and tennis courts.

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2 PINE SKY – $599,900 Brand new home just completed. Enter through a glass door into a home with an open floor plan. Ugrades everywhere. Large kitchen with granite, stainless and tons of cabinets. Wood floors throughout living area. Built on slab so no steps....All on one floor. Custom woodwork, fireplace and mantle in living room. French doors lead to screened in porch. Nice patio for entertaining.

27 VICTORIA SQUARE – $309,000 Great house. 4 Bedrooms 3.5 Baths. In turn key condition. New paint, new carpet, new tile floors,, etc. Victoria Square has its own boat storage area. Walk to the community pool or take a quick drive to the beach. Located at the center of the island. Very convenient to everything.

2 CALADIUM – $579,900 Brand new home just completed. On corner lot with view all the way down the fairway. Open floor plan. Kitchen has granite and stainless appliances. Formal dining room. Hardwood floors in the living areas. Large upscale master bath. Large back patio perfect for grilling and entertaining.

14 MYRTLE BANK – $689,000 New home just completed. This new home is on a very large private lot. Tons of upgrades throughout. Living room with built in cabinets and fireplace. Great open floor plan just perfect for entertaining. Kitchen has granite and stainless appliances. Large screened in porch. Double golf view of oyster reef golf course. And the privacy speaks for itself.

OVER $26,000,000 IN SALES IN 2012 • OVER $22,000,000 IN SALES IN 2013 • OVER $23,000,000 IN SALES IN 2014 WE REMAIN ONE OF THE TOP FIVE INDIVIDUAL AGENTS EVERY YEAR

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SEA PINES REAL ESTATE AT THE BEACH CLUB 101 SHOREWOOD VILLA ˜ SOUTH FOREST BEACH

153A HARBOURWOOD VILLA ˜ SEA PINES

108 FOREST BEACH VILLA ˜ FOREST BEACH

Very upscale, ocean front villa on ground level. Walk out patio door to beach or pool. No stairs! Three bedrooms, three full baths. Great bedroom separation. Open ˜ oor plan with beautiful furniture and appliances. Gently used as second home and would be a great rental villa. MLS #338313 $850,000

Highly updated and located on 9th tee of Harbour Town Links. Open kitchen, dining, living space. Large tile throughout. Beautiful granite and appliances in remodeled kitchen. This is a very bright and sunny location in the complex. New roof Jan. 2016 MLS #342211 $455,000

This large one bedroom villa is located in one of the most desirable buildings in South Forest Beach. This updated villa is ÿ rst level on the sunny side of the building, Close to the elevator and just above the under building parking. Walk to Coligny shops, restaurants and just across the street from the beach! $199,000 unfurnished

Mary Pracht 843.298.1715

14 GANNET STREET ˜ NORTH FOREST

11 BEACHSIDE DRIVE ˜ SEA PINES

26 BAYNARD COVE ˜ SEA PINES

Walk to beach (300 ft) from this lovely 5 bedroom/6 bathroom home. Weekly rentals were just over $100,000 in 2015! Built in 2004. Walk to Coligny shops and restaurants. Elevated pool and hot tub. Game room! Two tandem garages for 4 cars! This house has it all. $1,289,000 Furnished

Updated 4 bedroom, 4 bath high ceilings Beach home with views to the ocean and easy walk to the beach. Granite kitchen with stainless appliances. Large screen porch plus 2 car carport with much storage and community pool. Walk to South Beach o˛ ers plus South Beach Racquet Club. Projected gross rentals of $50,000. MLS #339813 $1,039,000

Mary Pracht 843.298.1715

Tommy Austin 843.384.7033

PRICED TO SELL! Located just 12 rows from Sea Pines’ beautiful beach, this charming 3BR/3.5Bath home plus den and a two-car garage o˛ ers wonderful possibilities as a primary, second or investment property in the prestigious Baynard Cove neighborhood. The elevation of this home is 14 feet. Owners have access to Baynard Cove day dock and recreation area! MLS #340381 $597,500

1107 HARBOUR SOUTH VILLAS ˜ SEA PINES

30 TURNBERRY LANE ˜ SEA PINES

50 BAYNARD COVE ROAD ˜ SEA PINES

Terriÿ c 4 bedroom, 4 full bath elegant townhome with a one car garage in the heart of Harbour Town with a view to Calibogue Sound. MLS #339619 $895,000

Total privacy behind iron-gated enclosed courtyard. Special features: fan-shaped lv.rm. viewing heated pool and spa and 13th Hole; welcoming foyer, separate din. rm;l arge eat-in party kitchen, 4 ensuite bedrms, powder room, spacious second floor mezzanine, media room,multiple closets and storage, garage, attractively furnished for immediate occupancy. Walk to the Beach from this perfect home for vacations or permanent living. Excellent Sea Pines Rental Projections.

Located in prestigious Baynard Park area (w/optional membership in Baynard Park Assoc. for boat dock, picnics, ballfield, boat storage & deep water.) All-on-one-level, on Jumbo lot overlooking 7 ac Forest Preserve. Features include LR w/Savannah brick fireplace, separate DR, Kitchen, 3 BRs, 2 BAs, laundry, 2 car garage and beautiful landscaping w/Historic Live Oaks. Enjoy this ranch-style home and/or build new in this very special neighborhood of newly-built mansions. Offered at homesite value.

Nancy Cunningham 843.683.4580

Wendy Corbitt 843.816.2672

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MLS #342216 $610,000

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10 WOOD IBIS ROAD – SEA PINES

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10 SPINNAKER COURT – SEA PINES

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4 MOONSHELL ROAD – FOLLY FIELD

80 HOPSEWEE DRIVE – BERKELEY HALL

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Selling Island-wide for Over 29 Years with Over $225 Million Sold!

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Selling Island-wide for Over 25 Years with Over $250 Million Sold!

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Selling Island-wide for Over 29 Years with Over $245 Million Sold!

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12 WILD HERON POINT - LONG COVE — Gracious, Southern-style estate situated on a private peninsula and surrounded by waterfront views. Enjoy breath taking sunsets overlooking the salt water pool out to the Broad Creek. 4 br, 5 1/2 ba. Exceptional quality and detail. Private Club ownership included in the renown Pete Dye Golf course. $2,790,000

2606 CALIBOGUE CLUB — Fabulous marsh view from this all one level 3 bedroom/2 bath townhome. Vaulted beamed and wood paneled ceiling, sun room, remodeled kitchen and baths, one car garage. Easy bike ride to Harbor Town. Pool and tennis. $549,000 furn.

20 WINDJAMMER COURT - SEA PINES - Unique “Low Country” style home on Lagoon in HT. WALK to Golf /Tennis /new Club House. 4 BR/3½ BA, PLUS office/study. Elaborate Master suite downstairs. Never rented. Pristine condition, attractively furnished. FP, pool, fenced area for pets. Ideal primary or 2nd home, or great rental. $ 895,000 F.

32 RUDDY TURNSTONE — Beautiful ocean views from this 2nd row home. Located directly on the beach walkway, it offers 4 bedrooms, a family room, 2 screened porches, elevator, spacious gourmet kitchen and heated pool. $2,699,000

66 DUNE LANE – FOREST BEACH – Southern styles newer 5 BR/5 BA home with wide verandas taking advantage of ocean views and breezes. Enclosed pool, billard room tiki bar area. Fun vacation home or rental property with over $100,000 in rental income. $1,595,000 fully furn.

1911 SOUTH BEACH CLUB – SEA PINES – Incredible panoramic view from this 2nd floor 3 BR, 2.5 BA villa in SBC, West Atrium. Private boardwalk to pool and beach. Secure building with renovated lobby, elevator, parking garage and storage. Very well maintained, kitchen remodeled w. built-in credenza. Gas FP, wet bar, 2 balconies, 10’ ceilings, laundry room, charming foyer. $ 879,000 F.

1468 SOUND VILLA – Beautiful water views from this refurbished 4 bedroom /4 bath South Beach town home. Updated kitchen and baths, cozy den, fireplace, 1 car garage and pool. Ideal rental property. $1,100,000 furnished.

34 STONEY CREEK ROAD — SEA PINES — Charming Cape Cod style 3 BR/3 1/2 BA plus den home with terrific views of sparking lagoon and down 11th fairway of Heron Point course. Easy walk to Harbor Town. Wood Floors, remodeled kitchen and baths. Screen porch. $599,000 Furn.

4 LAVINGTON ROAD – LONG COVE – Classic Williamsburg-style home. 4 BR/4.5 BA. First floor master. Custom built, exceptional quality. Reclaimed antique heart-pine and cherry flooring. Extensive moldings. Formal living & dining rooms. Grand foyer. Impressive array of mature plantings. $899,000

4 PINTAIL — 4th row beach house. Charming 3 BR English cottage only steps to the beach with screened porch, private HEATED POOL, exquisite furnishings and proven rental history. $725,000 furnished.

HARBOR TOWN YACHT BASIN — “Marina of the Year” 50 Foot boat slip (#68) available on the Clubhouse side of the marina. Includes 2015 Jaguar V 8 Convertible (showroom condition) with 10,500 miles. $229,000

102 CLUB COURSE DRIVE – SEA PINES – Curb appeal, location, view, lg. size of all rooms and excellent condition makes this gracious home extra special. 3BR/3BA, approx. 3888 sq.ft. in a beautiful golf course setting. $749,900

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O I T A T N A L P D A E H N O

10 Stonegate Drive: Newer 4 bedroom hard coat stucco home in HHP w/privacy and lagoon views! This home screams curb appeal the minute you pull up to the home. Great floor plan w/great ceiling height, moldings and custom details throughout. Large open living area w/tons of natural light, huge master bedroom/master bathroom and both a family and living room. Great outdoor living space and even a screened in porch, a must in the Low Country. Stonegate is a hidden gem of an area in HHP. A great value for $649,000.

92 Shell Ring Road: Great value on this 3 bedroom / 3 bath home in Sea Pines with a 1 car garage! Well cared for over the years and a great floor plan w/vaulted ceilings, eat in kitchen open to den/family room area, large wrap around back deck and plenty of storage. Located in Carolina Place so you have a private pool, sauna and tennis courts. The regime fee even covers home landscaping, trash collection 2x a week and monthly pest control. Offered for $399,000.

5 King William Court: STUNNING lagoon to golf views on the 5th hole of CC of HH, this 4BR, 4.5BA has nearly 3,100 HSF w/almost half-acre lot on a quiet cul-de-sac. Plenty of room for a pool. Features include: large dining room w/hardwoods, delightful living room w/fireplace & soaring 10 ft. ceiling, 1st floor master suite, granite & cherry eatin kitchen, octagonal screened porch, separate laundry, & family room/4th BR over a side-entry 2 car garage w/circum outdoor lighting. A delight to show and the details in this home are endless. Huge lot, large enough for a pool, sketch on file, all for $649,000.

62 Otter Road: This home screams curb appeal, the minute you drive down the street. Beautifully renovated inside and out with tons of outdoor living space. Large front deck, screened in porch/Carolina room with an awesome back deck and yard, great for entertaining or enjoying the Lowcountry lifestyle. Inside you will find wood flooring, custom bathrooms, updated kitchen, and large vaulted ceilings in the family room w/a beautiful fireplace. Best of all a 2 car garage, which is rare in Sea Pines at this price! This will not last at $409,000. 44 Misty Cove: If you have yearned for the Island lifestyle, you need to see this home! The beautiful outdoor living space starts with your private courtyard and includes a deck overlooking the golf course. As you enter the home with gorgeous travertine flooring and vaulted ceilings, the windows, skylights and doors allow plenty of natural light throughout. A tastefully renovated kitchen has granite counters, stainless steel appliances and plenty of cabinet space. The 2006 addition completes this home with an amazing master bedroom and a master bathroom you will love.This home even has a Carolina Room. Offered for sale for $465,500

S H I P YA R D

13 Sams Point Lane: Unbelievable is the only way to describe this home, the detail is absolutely stunning! Over 1/2 an acre perfectly situated to capture GORGEOUS Marsh and Sound views. Sit back on your deck or enjoy your screened in porch with fireplace taking it all in. Open floor plan w/eat in kitchen complete with top of the line everything! The detail is endless: Stunning wood and tile flooring, detailed crown molding/chair rail, newer energy efficient HVAC’s, mosquito system & more. 3 car garage, office, dining, room and media room. Offered for sale for $1,350,000.

PL AN TATI O N

8 Ansley Court: Island living at its finest! Located off of Spanish Wells in the gated community of Old House Creek, this home is such a pleasure to show. Situated all on one level, this 3 bedroom home w/2 car garage has been updated to the hills. One of the nicest master bathrooms that you will ever see, gorgeous mahogany wood and travertine flooring, eat in kitchen w/custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances and this home even has Carolina room, all for $399,000.

PI N ES

9 Christo Drive: Curb appeal the minute you pull up to the home and even more awe inspiring when you step inside.Tons of natural light throughout this home and a beautiful fully renovated eat in kitchen. It gets better! 1st floor master bedroom with gorgeous renovated master bathroom with large closet with custom built ins. Totally renovated guest baths, 2 walk in attics and plenty of closet space throughout. Not to mention, VIEWS...with both golf and lagoon views, this home just keeps getting better, offered for $529,000!

SEA

122 Pinecrest Circle: Now is your chance to purchase a fantastic 4 bedroom home w/ loft and Carolina Room on the golf course at a great price! The desired open floor plan with eat in kitchen all open to the family room area w/vaulted ceilings. Great bedroom separation w/1st floor master bedroom w/trey ceilings, large master bathroom and plenty of closet space throughout. Everything in this home has been tastefully done and there are plenty of upgrades, from the kitchen to the floors to the moldings. Offered for sale at a great price with all new paint and carpeting for $329,900.

ON ISLAND

13 Annabella Lane: So much value on this one level 3 bedroom home w/living room, large family room that opens to eat in kitchen w/granite counters, stainless appliances and best of all a screened in pool & spa. Situated on the golf course w/private open space to one side, this lot is special. Great elevation 18+, newer roof (2011), Newer HVAC (2012 and 2014) and just painted in 2016 w/some new carpet added. Annabella Lane is a gorgeous street, located in Skull Creek and close to all of HHP’s amenities. Other features include: water softener system, wet bar, cathedral ceilings, fireplace and a large 2 car garage. Offered for $499,900.

8 Wax Myrtle Court: If you are looking for the quintessential Low Country lifestyle home, you have found it! Curb appeal the minute you pull up to the driveway. The open floor plan living area w/Gorgeous wood flooring throughout and high ceilings, plenty of windows allowing for great natural light. Custom kitchen w/granite counters, gas range and plenty of cabinet space. Great bedroom separation offers privacy for your guests or kids. Fireplace, deck, screened in porch and AWESOME lagoon views. Even a new HVAC in 2013, all for $449,000.

OFF ISLAND

47 Hickory Forest Drive: We moved here for one reason OUTDOOR LIVING! You have just found it with one of the best garden area-outdoor living space-nature lover’s paradise spots around. Located down the road from the private Hickory Forest Beach access, this 4 bedroom + office/craft room or mother in law suite even has a 1st floor master bedroom w/ HUGE Master closet spaces, yes spaces! Travertine floors, updated eat in kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, fireplace, built-ins, great laundry room and even smooth ceilings. Hickory Forest has their own beach access just down the street, all for $449,000.

19 Sweet Pond Court: Best buy in Hampton Lake just got BETTER $40,000 off original price. Beautiful lake view; no maintenance dock to accommodate an 18 foot boat w/an integrated kayak ramp; pocketing sliders that open the living room to an enormous covered lanai w/heated pool, waterfall, & beautiful gardens; landscaping of flowering shrubs, herbs, & fruit trees; crafted built ins, gourmet kitchen w/GE profile appliances & cabinets w/customized storage, hardwood floors, massive 35X17 bonus room w/full bath & walk in storage; all on a quiet culde-sac street w/nature preserve views. This home will not last long at $699,900.

M O S S C R E E K

2 Quail Walk Lane: Now is a great time to buy and HHP has the bang for your buck that you are looking for! One level home with golf views and a superb layout. Well planned with both family room off the kitchen and living room w/fireplace in a space that brings in so much natural light. Great bedroom separation, large master bedroom w/large closet, linen closet and his/her sinks. The home is situated at the end of a cul de sac on a corner lot, right near the bike paths too. Complete with a 2 car garage and even a new HVAC, just $399,000.

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The River Club at Indigo Run

The Golf Club at Indigo Run

Indigo Run

The Golf Club at Indigo Run

71 River Club Drive

754 Colonial Drive

4 Shaftsbury Lane

672 Colonial Drive

ONE OF THE MOST UNIQUE HOMES ON HHI! The LIVE OAKS AND SOUTHERN CHARM Multiple Great Room opens to Oversized Kitchen in the Focal ONE OF THE BEST OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES ON Ultimate Mother-in-law Suite and Outdoor Living Areas comfortable living spaces, 4BR/4.5BA. Guest Suite, Point of this 4,700 sq. ft. home. 5BR/5.5BA is currently HILTON HEAD ISLAND Outdoor kitchen, multiple are just a few of the high end features in this 5,000 sq. ft. Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Ofﬁce, Family Room/ 4BR/awesome Bonus Room, Private Study and Exercise entertaining areas around beautifully landscaped pool. home. $1,149,000 Kitchen combination and lush landscaping offering Room. Covered patio, balcony, private pool, extensive 4BR/4.5BA bright and open home with elegance and privacy from golf view heated pool. $995,000 landscaping and 9th hole and lagoon views! $929,900 comfort. Take the elevator to the Theater Room! $839,000

The Golf Club at Indigo Run

30 Balmoral Place PANORAMIC VIEWS OF #1, #9 & CLUBHOUSE from this custom designed 4BR/4BA home. Spacious rooms, high ceilings, bright and open. Handsome Study, Master and Guest Suite on ground ﬂoor. $799,000

The Golf Club at Indigo Run

20 Cotesworth Place

748 Colonial Drive

ELEGANCE AND COMFORT IN RARELY USED WELL THOUGHT OUT FUN DESIGNED HOME SECOND HOME Refreshing custom design with Oversized Kitchen open to awesome Family Room, 4BR/4BA +Bonus. Bright and open, high ceilings, large Study/TV Room on main ﬂoor, Billiard/Game Room Kitchen, Master Suite and 2 Guest Suites. Perfect for upstairs. 5 Bedrooms, covered veranda off Master entertaining. $779,000 Bedroom. Immaculate home! $745,000

Indigo Run

20 Chaplin Exquisite Architectural Features, High Ceilings and Walls of Glass. This 3BR/3BA Golf View Home with nearly 3,000 sq. ft. has LR, DR, Family Room, Artists Studio and Screened Tiled Lanai. Skylights, Interior Transoms, Spacious Hallways and Gleaming Hardwood. $599,000

Indigo Run

The Lyons at Port Royal

79 Wedgeﬁeld Drive

216 Berwick Green

39 Lancaster Place

9 Wimbledon Court

KITCHEN with new cabinets, stainless appliances and THE ONLY TOWNHOME AVAILABLE IN INDIGO AMAZING VIEW from the Screen Enclosed, TOUGH TO FIND LOCK-N-LEAVE BEACH granite plus GREAT FLOOR PLAN! 4 BR each with a RUN Desirable home offers one of the best views and Resurfaced, Cool Deck POOL area. BRIGHT and Open GETAWAY 4BR/4BA never been on the rental Full Bath, BONUS Room with 1/2 Bath and Oversized private setting. 3BR/3.5BA, Two Story, Great Room 3BR/2.5BA home with Living Room, Dining Room w/ market, third home – in PRISTINE CONDITION! Screened-in Porch. Views of Golden Bear 16th hole from and Bonus Room! Awesome value for Easy Island Brazilian Mahogany ﬂooring and Updated Kitchen Open Great ﬂoorplan, additional bonus room and SELLING Master, Great Room, Breakfast Nook and Porch. $595,000 Living. $575,000 to Family Room. 2 New HVAC Units in 2015. $539,000 FURNISHED. WALK TO THE BEACH! $534,900

Indigo Run

Palmetto Hall

13 Brewton Court

43 Tucker Ridge

4 Bedroom Home at a Patio Home Price! Professionally Relocation put this GREAT FAMILY HOME on the RENOVATED and UPDATED with Saturnia Stone, market. Spacious 4BR/3.5BA with TWO MASTER Granite and New Cabinets. Updated Kitchen opens SUITES. Large rooms, open ﬂoorplan. Second Great to Great Room, 4 BR or 3BR and Bonus and 3 BA. room upstairs with ﬁreplace, wet bar and balcony. Close Comfortable Master Suite on First Floor. $495,000 to all Palmetto Hall amenities. $464,900

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Moss Creek

Hidden Lakes

35 Royal Point Drive

23 Hidden Lakes Lane

A WOW WATER VIEW FROM AN ELEGANT IMMACULATELY MAINTAINED 4BR/3BA home ELEVATED VERANDA Direct view of salt water pond, with BRIGHT, OPEN Kitchen and Great Room. Enjoy water fowl, wildlife and sneak peek of the marsh. Great the Grass Backyard, Patio, and Private Lagoon View room open to dining area, 3BR/3BA, garage, great cul- from your Screened-In Porch. A perfect combination of a well maintained home and private setting! $234,900 de-sac location. $299,000

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INDIGO RUN

HILTON HEAD PLANTATION

SPACIOUS STATELY home with every imaginable upgrade overlooking the 16th Fairway on the private Golf Club course. 5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths + Study + Bonus Room. Screened porch. 3-car garage. $939,000

PANORAMIC Lagoon|Golf view. Courtyard Pool. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Guest house + Kitchenette. 3 Car Garage, temperature controlled area (additional 6 cars or living space). $899,000

RIBAUT ISLAND – Stately Southern Living Home with covered porches with views and breezes over the Port Royal Sound. Grand Foyer; Private Master Suite plus 3 Guest Rooms. $850,000

INDIGO RUN

PALMETTO HALL

ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL NEW “Homes by FORMER MCNAIR BUILDERS home overlookMarshside” Covered Porch overlooking 16th Fairway ing 16th Fairway of the Golf Club. 4 Bedroom, 4.5 in The Golf Club. $779,000 Bath home. Separate Cabana overlooks courtyard Pool. $769,000

INDIGO RUN

BRAND NEW HOME built by “Homes by Marshside”. Sought after Great Room floorplan. 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths plus Study. Double fairway view. $699,000

HILTON HEAD PLANTATION

MODEL PERFECT 5 Bedroom or 4 Bedroom + Bonus Room home with 5.5 Baths with a beautiful Golf View. Professionally decorated home with loads of upgrades. $714,000

PALMETTO HALL

ELEGANT Traditional Home. Short walk to the waterfront. CUSTOM CLASSIC Lowcountry built home. Large Quality abounds in this home from the moment you enter the Great Room 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, Bonus Room. grand Foyer with a winding staircase. 4 BR’s or 3 BR’s + a Study / Den + Screen Porch. Lagoon View. $599,000 Study; 4.5 Baths. Perfect Condition. $599,000

INDIGO RUN

HILTON HEAD PLANTATION

SPACIOUS Lowcountry home overlooking the 15th Fairway of Golden Bear. 5 Bedrooms plus a Bonus Room. Beautiful Great Room w/fireplace. Updated Kitchen and much more! $535,000

BEAUTIFUL professionally decorated 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath villa plus a Carolina Room. Overlooking the 18th Fairway of the private Golf Club. 2 Car Garage. Perfect full time or 2nd home. $459,900

DESIGNER DECORATED! Desirable 1st floor 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath beautifully furnished villa. Overlooking the sunsets on the Intracoastal Waterway and Skull Creek. $419,000

HILTON HEAD PLANTATION

FOR INCREDIBLE HOMESITES CONTACT RICHARD MACDONALD VIEWS across golf course to Dolphin Head Beach. GREAT HOUSE overlooking the 15th Fairway of Remodeled with beautiful upgrades! 2nd home. 3 Oyster Reef Golf Course. 3 Bedrooms and 3 Full Bedrooms and 2 Baths. $399,000 Baths. Updated Kitchen and much more! $349,000

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PALMETTO DUNES

219 Turnberry – Spectacular panoramic water and golf views from the only 2BR, 2BA loft end unit on the market. Beautifully furnished, super bright & open floorplan, soaring ceilings, all new kitchen with new cabinetry, granite countertops, Updated bathrooms, new appliances, new water heater, & roof. Closed cell insulation under flooring & attic and the list goes on! $399,500

PALMETTO DUNES

625 Queens Grant – Super spacious 2 BR/2 BA villa with great golf views! Just steps to the beach, Robert Trent Jones Golf Club House, practice facility, tennis center, general store, restaurants & more. Totally renovated kitchen & baths w/granite & top of the line cabinetry, all smooth ceilings throughout. Never rented and in pristine move in condition. $320,000

PALMETTO DUNES

7616 Huntington Villa – Gorgeous views from every room!! Spacious ocean side 2 BR/2 BA with views of Palmetto Dunes 11-mile waterway from every room…convenient for kayaking too! Just steps to the beach, pool & spa. Huge screened porch off the master suite & another deck off the guest suite. Hardwood flooring, large breakfast bar, fireplace and more! $459,500

SHELTER COVE

110 Main Sail Villa – Amazing Harbour front location with panoramic water views await you! Never rented, beautifully furnished, and in pristine condition. Big open floor plan with walls of windows. Two master suites, each viewing the Harbour. Large screened porch. Fabulous pool & spa and garage parking. All just steps from shopping, dining, arts center, & water sports. $559,000

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WHAT TO DO

APRIL 11-17: RBC HERITAGE ... APRIL 1: HILTON HEAD CHORAL SOCIET

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RCB Heritage Presented by Boeing: 48th annual tournament April 11-17 at Harbour Town Golf Links. This historic event, hosted annually on The Sea Pines Resort’s famed Harbour Town Golf Links, continues the longstanding tradition of one of golf’s most notable tournaments. Visit www. rbcheritage.com for tickets and information. 843-671-2448

APRIL CALENDAR THROUGH MAY 2

“Crocodilian Scratchboards by John Agnew”: On display through May 2, Coastal Discovery Museum. The exhibition highlights crocodilian species from around the world depicted by artist John Agnew. Examples of alligator teeth, a skull, scutes and an egg are on display. Meet a live American alligator at the Coastal Discovery Museum’s “Lowcountry Critters Meet and Greet” (an additional fee applies) from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 2, 6 and 9. Visit www.coastaldiscovery.org for additional information about programming, activities, tours, and special events.

APRIL 1

Hilton Head Choral Society’s Musical Masterworks “Notes From a Small Island”: 8 p.m. Friday, April 1, First Presbyterian Church, 540 William Hilton Parkway. The Hilton Head Choral Society returns to the United Kingdom for a musically diverse evening of pomp and ceremony at its annual Musical Masterworks Concert, “Notes from a Small Island.” The program contains coronation music; text settings by Shakespeare; Scottish, English and Welsh folk songs; and a beautiful suite from the awardwinning musical “The Secret Garden.” All seating is reserved and ticket prices are $20, $25, $30 or $35. For more details, call 843-341-3818, visit www.hiltonheadchoralsociety.org or “like” Hilton Head Choral Society on Facebook.

APRIL 1-3

”The Sleeping Beauty”: 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 1, and Saturday, April 2, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 3, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. Hilton Head Dance Theatre brings the timeless tale of “The Sleeping Beauty” to life, featuring the original score by Tchaikovsky and the choreography of Marius Petipa. This spectacular ballet features the talented dancers of the Hilton Head Dance Theatre performing alongside an exciting roster of guest artists. Suited for all ages. Tickets are $35 for adults and $25 for students, available at www.artshhi.com or by calling 843-842-2787.

APRIL 1-2

Peter Millar Spring 2016 Trunk Show: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. April 1-2, Knickers, 149 Lighthouse Rd, Harbour Town. Enjoy 10 percent savings on Peter Millar purchases during the 2016 trunk show at Knickers Men’s Store in Harbour Town. For more information, call 843-671-2291. “Brushes and Blooms”: 5-7 p.m. Friday, April 1, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 2, Sea Pines Community Center, 175 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Island. The Sea Pines Garden Club invites the public to “Brushes and Blooms,” a flower show based on the works of the artists of Sea Pines. For more information, call Rosemary Kimball at 843-422-3223.

APRIL 2

Palmetto Rowing Club’s Learn to Row Day: 8:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Saturday, April 2, Old Oyster Factory, 101 Marshland Road. The Learn to Row Day is an opportunity to try the sport with an experienced rower. Rowing is a non-impact activity that can be enjoyed year-round by people of all ages, and Hilton Head Island provides the ideal setting. For more information about rowing and the Learn to Row Day, go to www.palmettorowingclub.com or call 843-2982345. “Women & Finances”: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 2, The Seabrook of Hilton Head, 300 Woodhaven Drive. The AAUW of Hilton Head Island and Bluffton Area invites the public to attend our program on women and finances. Guest speaker Jennifer DeHart, will address the financial issues that specifically pertain to women. A question-and-answer session will follow. Come join us and bring a friend. The program is free, and refreshments will be served. For more information, call 843-342-4834. Fifth annual St. Baldrick’s Head-Shaving for Pediatric Cancer: 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, April 2, Mellow Mushroom of Hilton Head Island. Joe DiNovo of Joe’s Barbershop will lead the team of barbers shaving the heads of the Hilton Head area men, women and children, encouraging the community

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to support their action by making donations to their team. In addition to the head-shaving, the event will feature a silent auction and live music. Volunteers can join a team or start their own team at www.stbaldricks.org/events/hsc16. Girls on the Run of the Lowcountry 5K: 8 a.m. Saturday, April 2, Shelter Cove Towne Centre. This family-friendly 5K for all ages and abilities will benefit the Beaufort County chapter of Girls on the Run, an empowerment program for girls in third through eighth grades. Registration fee is $30, kids 14 and younger are free, and $20 for U.S. military, law enforcement, fire department and EMT. Prizes and refreshments to follow. Pre-register at www.active.com or in-person at Palmetto Running Company in Shelter Cove or Bluffton. Day-of registration is 7 a.m. at Shelter Cove. For more information, contact Shawna Fisher at shawna.fisher@girlsontherun.org, or visit www.girlsontherunlowcountry.org. Sunsets with JB Boards: A Benefit for Alex: 3 p.m. till sunset, Saturday, April 2, Hilton Head Rowing and Sailing Center, 133 Squire Pope Road. Join JB Boards for an afternoon of paddling, boarding, burgers and fun. All donations will benefit Alex Arrieta and his family. For more information, contact the Island Rec Center at 843-681-7273 or visit www. islandreccenter.org.

Second annual Lowcountry Golf Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Dinner and Golf Gala: 6 p.m. Saturday, April 2, Hampton Hall Clubhouse. The Lowcountry Golf Hall of Fame and Heritage Classic Foundation are proud to induct Karen Ferree and Cary Corbitt. Enjoy and evening of festivities including dinner and a silent auction. Tickets are $125 per person and can be purchased at any South State Bank location in Beaufort County, or contact Robert Collar at 843-816-0898. For further details, visit www.lowcountrygolfhalloffame.com or “like” the hall of fame on Facebook at www.facebook.com/lowcountrygolfhalloffame. Touch-A-Truck Event: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 2, Tanger 1 Outlet Center, 1256 Fording Island Road, Bluffton. Calling kids of all ages: Join us for the area’s first Touch-A-Truck event. Come climb, honk and explore a variety of trucks and vehicles from Bluffton Township Fire Department, the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, Palmetto Electric, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office and many more. Admission is free. For a full list of supplies requested, visit www.beaufort.k12.sc.us. All attendees and donors will also receive TangerStyle savings coupons for 25 percent off. All children will receive a free Tanger gift at the event entrance (while supplies last).

APRIL 6

Color with Candace Lovely: 3-5 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, The French Bakery, 28 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Waterfront Park. Crayons and “April Showers to Color” are on the menu at Candace Lovely’s coloring event. Enjoy tea and croissants and lovely company. Cost is $30 per person, to RSVP call 843-342-5420. April 2016 193

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Fishing with Heroes: 5-8 p.m. Sunday, April 3, and 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, April 4, Hampton Lake, Bluffton. Put on by the Lowcountry Foundation for Wounded Military Heroes, the inaugural Fishing with Heroes event will feature about 30 service members who are either active, wounded in combat or medically discharged. The event will feature food, live music, soft drinks, craft beer and a silent auction. Tickets are $30, and the tournament is limited to 200 participants. Call the Lowcountry Foundation for Wounded Military Heroes at lfwmh@yahoo.com or 843-815-6339.

APRIL 4 APRIL 5-6

Symphony Under the Stars: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, and Wednesday, April 6, Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra presents “Broadway’s Greatest Hits,” featuring maestro John Morris Russell and soprano Lisa Vroman. Gates open at 6 p.m. Tables, $80/$70. Concert seating, $50. Lawn seating, $25. For information or reservations, call the box office at 843-842-2055.

Turkish Hands: Gesturing in Turkey: 2-3 p.m. Monday, April 4, Hilton Head Library. Tara Alisbath, former resident of Turkey, will demonstrate and explain the significance of this ancient sign language. Free. For more information visit beaufortcountylibrary.org or contact Priscilla Pomazal at 843-2556524 or priscillap@bcgov.net.

APRIL 4-5

Junior Tennis Clinics: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays beginning April 4 and 5, Port Royal Racquet Club. Future tennis stars wanted. Port Royal Racquet Club is offering two fun-filled tennis clinics geared for beginner and intermediate players to learn and practice the fundamentals of tennis from our talented tennis professionals. Call 843-686-8803 to sign up.

APRIL 4, 6

Red Cross Blood Donation Opportunities: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, April 4, Bluffton Self Help, 59 Sheridan Park Circle, Bluffton, and noon-5 p.m. Wednesday, April 7, Christ Lutheran Church, 829 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head. Volunteer donors are the only source of blood products for those in need of transfusions. Donors of all blood types are needed this spring. To make an appointment to give blood, download the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800733-2767.

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APRIL 4-MAY 14

“Three” art exhibit: daily, Monday, April 4 through Saturday, May 14, Hilton Head Library. In April and May, enjoy the vibrant artwork of “Three” — works of three local artists, three styles, three points of view by Mary Sullivan, L. Robert Stanfield, and Susan Patton. Artwork available for purchase directly from the exhibiting artists. For more information, contact the library at 843255-6500.

APRIL 5

Park Cinema Presents “Under Our Skin,” the untold story of Lyme disease: 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, Park Plaza Cinema, 33 Office Park Road. Expert speakers will share their knowledge of the seriousness of Lyme disease at this event, which will include food and wine provided by Whole Foods of Hilton Head and Burnin Down South in Okatie, along with many other health and wellness sponsors. The event is $10 per ticket. Contact Vanessa Leite at 843-715-0479 or at parkplazacinemaops@gmail.com.

APRIL 6

Palmetto Plant Eaters Meeting: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry, 110 Malphrus Road, Bluffton. Join the local and free Palmetto Plant Eaters. This community group is for learning why and how to adopt a plant-based diet based on information presented in the film “PlantPure Nation.” Please contact Carla Golden with any questions. carla@carlagoldenwellness.com. Sign up at PlantPurePods.com.

APRIL 7

“The Academy Awards” Artists’ Reception: 5-7 p.m. Thursday, April 7, Art League Gallery, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane. Art League Academy students, who have won awards during the Spring 2015-Winter 2016 sessions, will showcase their award-winning artworks alongside their instructors at “The Academy Awards” exhibition, opening on April 5 at the Art League Gallery. The public is invited to the artist’s

reception on Thursday, April 7 from 5-7 p.m. For more information call 843842-5738 or go to www.artleaguehhi. org/academy. Third Annual Poetry Month Reading: 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 7, Hilton Head Library. Six local poets — Michael Bassett, Jessica Goody, Marilyn Lorenz, Horace Mungin, Bill Newby and Stephanie Orrell — will read their original poems. Mike Nicholson will also play his banjo. This event is co-sponsored by the Island Writers’ Network. Free. For more information, visit www.beaufortcountylibrary.org or contact Priscilla Pomazal at 843-2556524 or priscillap@bcgov.net. “Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship in Five Key Lessons”: 5- 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 7, Palmetto Electric Community Room, 111 Mathews Drive, Hilton Head Island. This is the first in a series of three workshops presented by the Hilton Head Island Economic Development Corporation intended to assist area entrepreneurs in creating or expanding their busi-

ness. Two additional workshops will be offered in April and May; dates and times to be announced. There is no charge to attend the workshop but advance registration is required. For more information visit www.hhiedc. com.

APRIL 9

St. Francis Catholic School sixth annual Gala Dinner Dance and Auction: 6-11 p.m. Saturday, April 9, Sonesta Resort in Shipyard Plantation. This year’s theme is “Gala in the Garden.” Performances by Whitley Deputy & the B-Town Project. Silent auction throughout dinner. Live auction during dessert. Following the auctions, there will be plenty of time for dancing the night away. All proceeds directly benefit the students of St. Francis Catholic School. Tickets are available at $95 per person. Seating is limited. Purchase tickets at the school or church offices at 45 Beach City Road. Call 843-681-6501 or go to www.sfcshhi.com for more information.

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Prime of Life Showcase shines spotlight on adults 50 and older

ou are in the prime of your life. Americans are living healthier and longer, and there are so many ways adults age 50 and older can live fulfi lling lives. Spending your golden years in the Lowcountry presents unlimited opportunities to live the life you imagined while improving your health and fi nances, learning new technologies, and taking advantage of new lifestyle ventures. Learn about these opportunities and more at the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce “Prime of Life Showcase” at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 26 at the Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa. Admission is free. Businesses from Bluffton and Hilton Head Island will showcase what they have to offer, and representatives can answer your questions. The Life Reimaged Center Stage will feature rotating workshops, lectures and demonstration from local experts. Exhibitors in the “Prime of Life Showcase” will cover four topics: • Health & Wellness: From brain health, simple steps to get fi t, screenings and caregiving, the Health & Wellness area will provide comprehensive information and ideas from local experts in the fi eld. • Money & Work: Need smart advice about money? Thinking of a post-retire-

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What: “Prime of Life Showcase,” hosted by the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday, April 26 Where: Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa, 1 Hotel Circle, Hilton Head Island Cost: Free Details: www.hiltonheadchamber.org

ment job? The Money & Work area will help guide you in the right direction. • Technology & Innovation: Whether you’re learning to embrace the latest trends and devices, staying connected to the people and passions in your life, or you’re already on the cutting edge, the Technology & Innovation area is the place for you. • Travel & Lifestyle: Your journey begins here. Whether you are looking for inspiration for your next dream trip, digging for home and garden suggestions or want to ﬁ nd out about how you can play a larger role in your community, the Travel & Lifestyle area offers a road map for success. Plans for speakers, workshops activities and exhibits are underway; check the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce website at www.hiltonheadchamber.org for more information. M

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Fundraiser for HopeAND Haven Children’s Advocacy YOUR DONATION PARTICIPATION IN and Rape Crisis Center: In support of Child Abuse Month, Shear Miracle Salon will donate 100 PREADINGPrevention AWARENESS CAN HELP A CHILD percent of proceeds from teal and blue hair color (or the washable spray) through the month of April. For more FECTED BY ABUSE AND ADULT VICTIMS OF information, call the salon at 843-785-4333. SEXUAL ASSAULT!

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Saturday Matinee: 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 9, Hilton Head Library. Enjoy the town’s free big screen For Details How To Donate at our monthly showings with refreshments. To commemorate Earth Day, join us for an Academy Award winner for best documentary that highlights the plight of a favorite marine mammal, the dolphin. Call or visit our website to reveal the title. Free, visit beaufortcountylibrary.org or contact Lauren Reed at 843-255-6531 or lread@bcgov.net.

APRIL 10

The Second Sunday Film Series: 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday, April 10, Coligny Theater, 1 N. Forest Beach Road. The Second Sunday Film Series presents documentaries, foreign language and independent fi lms destined to become classics. This month’s feature will be two Pat Conroy fi lms — “Conrack” and “The Great Santini.” Tickets are $15 for a single feature ($13.50 is tax-deductible). Proceeds will benefi t the Hilton Head Regional Habitat for Humanity. For more information, call 843-686-3500. The Stardust Orchestra performs “Big Band Music Through the Decades”: 3 p.m. Sunday, April 10, Lowcountry Presbyterian Church, 10 Simmonsville Road, Bluffton. Enjoy smash hits from popular artists such as Michael Bublé, Stevie Wonder, Earth, Wind, and Fire, and Natalie Cole, as well as standard favorites for which the orchestra is well known. It’s an exciting afternoon of great music. The concert is open to the public and neither tickets nor reservations are required. Call 843-707-7813 for more information. The Avid Gardeners 2016 Flower Show, “Intimacy of Flowers”: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday, April 10. Plantation House, Hilton Head Plantation, 231 Seabrook Drive. April 2016 197

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ART MARKET

fine art and craft show returns

he Art Market at Historic Honey Horn, a juried fi ne art and craft festival, will be held Saturday, April 30, and Sunday, May 1. The event will feature 90 accomplished artists from the region and from across the country who will bring their best work to compete for $5,000 in prize money. Artists were juried into this show to provide a wide variety of fi ne art, photography, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, wood and fi ber arts. This year’s winning artists will be selected by Courtney A. McNeil, chief curator of collections and exhibitions for the Telfair Museums. McNeil has produced a wide variety of exhibitions and is active as a lecturer and writer. She has an artist’s eye and is frequently sought after as a judge for art exhibitions and competitions. Rain or shine, the outdoor show is open to the public from

Oil/acrylic by Barbara Benedict-Jones

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. There is a $6 parking donation per car, and admission to the show is free. Demonstrations will be held throughout the weekend. This year, the show is featuring Southern cuisine on wheels with the Downtown Catering’s Curbside Kitchen. The art show is also a great opportunity to explore beautiful Honey Horn. Nestled along the salt marsh of Jarvis Creek, Honey Horn is the largest parcel

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Murray Sease’s “Oystermen”

of open land on Hilton Head Island and the last property that you can enter and envision what the island was like before it was developed: old homes, magniﬁcent live oaks and ancient cedars, beautiful wide-open Watercolor by Ashley Hahn ﬁelds, and marsh tackies quietly grazing in the pasture. Experience what the island was once, is now, and hopefully will be in the future. The Discovery House at the Coastal Discovery Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. M

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Hop aboard for 12th annual YACHT HOP

t’s the talk of the docks. On Sunday, May 1, celebrate the 12th annual Yacht Hop of Hilton Head Island. As Hospice Care of the Lowcountry’s signature fundraiser, partygoers are invited aboard luxurious yachts, where they will be treated to delectable cuisine and musical entertainment. The event, which has become a Lowcountry favorite, will be from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Harbour Town Yacht Basin and promises to be an evening to remember. Mingle with friends, tour private yachts and enjoy drinks and mouth-watering hors d’oeuvres prepared by the area’s most talented chefs. With live and silent auctions,

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get your bidding hand ready — it all goes to a great cause. There also will be door prizes and live music. All proceeds from the evening benefit Hospice Care of the Lowcountry’s hospice and pallia-

tive care services. Hospice Care of the Lowcountry was founded in 1982 and is the island’s oldest independent nonprofit hospice. Giving to Hospice Care of the Lowcountry means providing loved ones with specialized

care based on their individual needs. With community support, Hospice Care of the Lowcountry delivers physician-directed programs, palliative care-certified nurses, dedicated staff offering around-the-clock care, counseling, medications, medical supplies, equipment and the most compassionate care on the island. Proceeds also help support special programs for veterans and services including pet therapy, music therapy, aromatherapy and congregation-based outreach. For Yacht Hop details and to purchase tickets, become a sponsor or register a yacht, call 843-706-2296 or go to www.hospicecarelc.org. M

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ERITAGE SECOND ROUND ... APRIL 16: RBC H This free juried show will feature an up-close and personal experience with flowers based on the photography of Sharon Jaunsem. Plants and garden items for sale. For more information, email Sally Price at theavidgardeners@ gmail.com.

APRIL 10

Helping Parents Heal: 1 p.m. Sunday, April 10, Seaquins Ballroom, 1300 Fording Island Road, Bluffton. Monthly meetings of this nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting parents who have lost children, giving them support and resources to aid in the healing process. For more information, contact Irene Vouvalides at 201-233-6015 or Ivouvalides@aol.com.

APRIL 16

RBC Heritage Plaid Nation Contests: noon-2 p.m., the Heritage Lawn, The Sea Pines Resort’s Harbour Town Golf Links. RBC Heritage celebrates Plaid Nation Day. At the “plaidest” day of the week, fans are encouraged to “Get Their Plaid On” and show their true spirit for the RBC Heritage. Contests and fun are scheduled for fans of all ages to win RBC Heritage swag and tickets to next year’s RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. Contests include a hole-in-one, fastest clad in plaid dressing competi-

tion, tartan trivia, and an overall best dressed in plaid. Requires a tournament ticket. Visit www.rbcheritage.com for tickets and information. Concert on the Heritage Lawn featuring Whitley Deputy and the B-Town Project: After play-8 p.m. The Heritage Lawn, The Sea Pines Resort’s Harbour Town Golf Links. Visit www.rbcheritage. com for tickets and information.

APRIL 17

RBC Heritage Sunrise Service: 7:30 a.m. Sunday, April 17, at the 18th green, The Sea Pines Resort’s Harbour Town Golf Links. Spectators are invited to sit in the bleachers. The ceremony will feature local ministers, music and non-denominational prayer. A PGA Tour pro will also speak. Past speakers have included Aaron Baddeley and Jonathan Byrd. Visit www.rbcheritage.com for tickets and information.

APRIL 11-17

MOAA Meeting: In lieu of the monthly general membership meeting in April, Military Officers of America members will man the Patriots Outpost at the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing, April 11-17. If you are active-duty military or a veteran, please stop by for fellowship, better viewing, and complimentary

APRIL 6-16

“Always Patsy Cline”: 8 p.m. April 6-9 and 12-16, and 2 p.m. April 9, 10 and 16, Main Street Theatre, 3000 Main St., Hilton Head. International hit musical “Always Patsy Cline” returns to the Lowcountry following a sold-out run last July. Returning with the production is its extraordinary Nashville cast. The show is based on the true story of Cline’s friendship with a fan from Houston named Louise Seger, who befriended the star in a Texas honky-tonk in 1961 and continued a correspondence with Cline until her death. The musical, complete with down-home country humor, true emotion and even some audience participation, includes many of Cline’s unforgettable hits. Tickets are $40; for more information, go to www.patsyclinehhi.com or call 866-749-2228. April 2016 201

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refreshments. For more information, contact Jerry Glass at glassmw33@aol. com.

APRIL 12

The First Tee of The Lowcountry Annual Awards Ceremony: The evening of April 12 at Sea Pines Country Club. The banquet will honor 10 area leaders who exemplify the core values of The First Tee and serve as examples to the youth who participate in The First Tee programs. For more information regarding sponsorship opportunities or ticket purchases, contact Mike Davis at 843-686-2680 or mdavis@theﬁ rstteelowcountry.org. Retina specialist to speak at Bloom at Bluffton: 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, Bloom at Bluffton, 800 Fording Island Road. Dr. Peter Liggett, a Hilton Head retina specialist, will conduct an educational seminar on macular degeneration. Light refreshments will be served. The public is invited to attend the seminar. To register, please visit www.hhmr. org/bloombluffton or call Erika Pyle, the community relations director at Bloom at Bluffton, at 843-815-2555.

APRIL 13

Twentieth annual Christian Heritage Breakfast: 7 a.m. Wednesday, April 13, The Sonesta Resort in Shipyard Plantation, Hilton Head Island. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes and

the Low Country Men of the Church are pleased to welcome PGA Tour ﬁ ve-time winner Ben Crane as guest speaker. The public is invited to attend. Tickets are $28 each or a table of 10 for $250 at www.christianheritagebreakfast.com. All proceeds will go to support the local South Coastal Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ coaches, campuses, camps and the community. Military Ofﬁ cers Association of America Spouses for Service Meeting: 11:30 a.m. at Red Fish, 8 Archer Road, Hilton Head. Questions, contact Jayne Danoff at 843-681-7090 or jayne.danoff@gmail.com

APRIL 13

Liberal Men of the Lowcountry: noon, Wednesday, April 13, the Golf Club at Indigo Run, 101 Berwick Drive. Speaker will be Brett Bursey, director of The South Carolina Progressive Network, a coalition of advocacy and community organizations that focus on education and action for human, civil and workers’ rights, environmental protection and government reform issues important to South Carolina. Cost is $20. To attend, please contact Richard Hammes at 847921-8188.

APRIL 14

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APRIL 30

19th annual Hilton Head Humane Dog Walk: 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 30, at Coligny Beach. Dogs and their owners come together for a fun morning on the beach. Join Hilton Head Humane along with its sponsors, who will provide free gifts for you and your pet, rafﬂ es, contests, music and fun by DJ Alan Palchak, an 202 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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The 12th annual Hilton Head Island Boat Show takes place April 22-23 at Windmill Harbour.

HHI BOAT SHOW returns to Windmill Harbour

pring is here, bringing with it sunnier days and warming waters — which are always cause for excitement around Hilton Head Island. The 12th annual Hilton Head Island Boat Show is one of the premier in-water boat shows in the southeast, showcasing boats and outdoor equipment and services required to start enjoying life on the water. According to boat show organizers, one of the most unique things about the Hilton Head Island Boat Show are the in-water sea trials: Attendees can schedule appointments to take a boat out on the water with a dealer for a test drive. This year, the show also will feature a boat and yacht brokerage section, with a wide variety of boats — from outboard motors to sailboats and yachts — with some outstanding deals on premier boating lines. The show will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Friday, April 22, and Saturday, April 23, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, April 24. The harbor of the South Carolina Yacht Club at Windmill Harbour will be transformed, featuring magniﬁcent boat displays, recreational watercraft, demonstrations by the Coast Guard and Sea Tow,

boating and ﬁ shing demonstrations, boating safety seminars, an artisan and nautical village, children’s activities and more. The Windmill Harbour marina is one of only three private locked harbors on the East Coast, with boat slip rentals and storage available to the public. Advance admission is $12 per person; children 12 and younger get in free. At the gate, tickets will be $15 per person. Free parking is available in several locations throughout the Windmill Harbour neighborhood, with free trolley shuttle service to the boat show entrance at the South Carolina Yacht Club. Entry to the show is not permitted by boat and the show takes place rain or shine. The private South Carolina Yacht Club will be open to the public for dining, tours of the clubhouse and facilities. The South Carolina Yacht Club Grill will also have a special boat show menu available from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets and additional information on the Hilton Head Island Boat Show are available now online at www.hiltonheadislandboatshow.com. Volunteers also are needed for the show; if interested, register online. M April 2016 203

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Sibling rivalry erupts between sisters Masha (Peggy Trecker White) and Sonia (Jenny Zmarzly) and their brother Vanya in Lean Ensemble Theater’s production of Christopher Durang’s “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike.”

LEAN ENSEMBLE presents ‘Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike’

pend a madcap weekend in a Bucks County farmhouse with a trio of siblings that could be straight of Chekhov… except that playwright Christopher Durang has shredded, chopped and pureed them into a rollicking comedy about a dysfunctional family. Vanya and Sonia’s life is disrupted when Masha, their glam movie star sister, ﬂ its in from Los Angeles with her boy-toy Spike in tow. Family rivalry and Masha’s suggestion that the siblings sell the farm lead to one-upmanship, slapstick, smashed crockery, stripteases and rants on popular culture — mixed with dire predictions by their housekeeper/ soothsayer Cassandra, who frequently gets stuff wrong. Lean Ensemble Theater’s production of the Tony and Drama

Desk Award-winning “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike” features ensemble members Jim Stark, Peggy Trecker White and Jenny Zmarzly, along with Megan Bowers, Christopher Joel Onken, and Kendra Williams, who will be making their Lowcountry debuts. The uproarious comedy is directed by Blake White. Audience talkbacks with members of Lean Ensemble will follow each show. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. May 5-7 and 2 p.m. May 8 at the Hilton Head Preparatory School Main Street Theatre, 3000 Main Street, Hilton Head Island. Tickets are $40 for evening performances and $35 for the matinee; $15 for students and active military. Discounted subscriptions are available. To purchase tickets, call 843-715-6676 or go to www.leanensemble.org. M

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f the Lowcountry ... APRIl 14: Fine Lines, Fine W Valencia Road, Hilton Head Island. Let The Indigo Spa take your cares away and prove why it has been named “America’s Favorite New Spa.” $30 per person. For more information, including specials and events, visit www.indigospa.com or call 843-321-4421.

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Them Dancin’ Feet: 7 p.m. Friday, April 15, and 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, April 16, Magnolia Hall, Sun City, Hilton Head Island. The Sundancers Club presents its annual Rainbow of Rhythm Show, a production of Sun City Dance Clubs. Tickets are $15, available during the week of the shows. For more information, call Pat Ash at 843-705-5361.

APRIL 20

“ACE Basin, One of the Last Great Places”: 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Sea Island Room. The ACE Basin is one of the largest undeveloped estuaries along the Atlantic Coast. The 350,000-acre area is renowned for its extensive natural beauty and commitment to preserve marshes, wetlands, hardwood forests and riverine systems and the various fauna that occupy the area. The ACE Basin has been deemed “One of the Last Great Places” by the Nature Conservancy. Dr. Al Segars with the South Carolina Department

of Natural Resources will be the guest speaker. Cost is $7 per person and reservations are required by calling 843-689-6767, ext. 223. Horseshoe Crabs: Living Fossils: 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, The Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Participants will be introduced to the biology and behavior of the American Horseshoe Crab. Discover the important of this living fossil and how their blue blood protects humans. See live juvenile horseshoe crabs. These one hour special presentations are coordinated in conjunction with horseshoe crab spawning season. After this indoor presentation you will be provided with information about where you can ﬁ nd spawning horseshoe crabs. You can begin your quest to ﬁ nd horseshoe crabs spawning just hours after the presentation. Space is limited and reservations are required. $7 per person (open to ages 9 and older) and reservations may be made by calling 843-689-6767, ext. 223.

APRIL 21

Creative Upcycling: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 21, Hilton Head Library. Be ready for Earth Day with functional crafts made at the library. Tee shirts will see new life as totes and produce bags. Please register. Free; visit beaufortcountylibrary.org for more information or

APRIL 13

Voices and Verses Poetry Slam: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, University of South Carolina Beaufort’s Hilton Head Gateway Campus, Bluffton. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute will be holding its inaugural Voices and Verses Poetry Slam. Anyone who enjoys reading or writing poetry and wishes to share their own work should bring paper, pens and their own poem to read. Register for the event at https://olli.uscb.edu. There is a $15 fee. April 2016 205

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contact Lauren Reed at 843-255-6531 or lread@bcgov.net. Palmetto Quilt Guild Meeting: 1 p.m. Thursday, April 21, Hilton Head Island Beach & Tennis Resort, 40 Folly Field Road. This month’s speaker will be Jane Sassaman, a well-known fabric and quilt designer and a very dynamic speaker. $5 fee, visitors are welcome. For more information, visit www.palmettoquiltguild.org, or contact Peggy Geraghty at (843) 689-1922.

APRIL 22

Coligny Outdoor Market: 2-7 p.m. Friday, April 22, Coligny Plaza, 1 N. Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head Island. Come together as a community to enjoy a little al fresco fun! Explore a slew of vendors, choose from a mouthwatering array of local ﬂ avors via a ﬂ eet of food trucks, and listen to the performances on the roof by local artists. Kids can take a few laps around the bouncy house while the adults can enjoy a cold drink, a bite to eat and a casual stroll through the many shops and booths at the market. And of course, there are the over 60 shops and restaurants to choose from. For more details, visit www.facebook. com/colignyplaza.

APRIL 23

Swing for a Cause! 17th annual Charity Golf Classic Tournament: 2

p.m. Saturday, April 23, Bear Creek Clubhouse, Hilton Head Plantation. Presented by Hilton Head Honda and Mercedes Benz of Hilton Head. Proceeds beneﬁ t women’s and children’s initiatives. $100 per golfer, for more information visit www.zontahhi. org.

APRIL 24

St. Jude Hilton Head Gala: 6 p.m. Sunday, April 24, The Sonesta Resort, 130 Shipyard Drive. Join in celebrating the St. Jude mission of ﬁ nding cures for cancer and other life-threatening diseases. This event features a tasting and cook-off from local celebrity chefs, as well as cocktails, entertainment and live and silent auctions to beneﬁ t St. Jude. Featured chefs will be John Pasek from Hogs Head and Orchid Paulmeier from One Hot Mama. Tickets are $100, dress code is cocktail attire. For more information, please visit www.stjude. org/hiltonheadgala, or contact Megan Hannon at megan.hannon@stjude.org or 704-554-7710.

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Palmetto Animal League Online Auction: Friday, April 22, through Monday, April 25. Support Beaufort County’s animal rescue organization’s tremendous efforts to give homeless, stray, abused and unwanted animals in our community a second chance at

APRIL 23

Sip for a Cause: 6-9 p.m. Friday, April 22, Bear Creek Clubhouse, Hilton Head Plantation. Enjoy this wine and beer tasting event with silent auction, presented by The Medical Pavilion of Hilton Head. Proceeds beneﬁ t women’s and children’s initiatives. Tickets are $25 per person, visit www.zontahhi.org. 206 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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Heritage Library now offering a

walk through history

he history of Hilton Head Island begs to be explored. Behind the gates, beneath the manicured greens and fairways, lives a Hilton Head Island that existed quietly for centuries as home to towering fi gures of historical importance. Their stories and their lives give us an immense insight into our own stories and our own lives. Their stories tell of the island’s pioneers, farmers and planters who carved their homes and their lives out of an untamed wilderness at the edge of the world. Their names, etched in stone, tell of a Hilton Head that must never be forgotten. These are stories of soldiers, sent to fi ght hundreds of miles from home on an unfamiliar island. The Heritage Library now offers a chance to see this history firsthand, thanks to a series of tours that take you into the past, to those secret places where Hilton Head’s history still lives. On Thursdays through November, you’ll be able to tour Fort Mitchel, where the devastation of the Civil War came to our shores. On Fridays, another tour will visit the Baynard Mausoleum and Zion Chapel of Ease Cemetery, the final resting place for some of the island’s fi rst settlers. “We’re very fortunate that Hilton Head Island as a town has so much respect for its own history, that places like Fort Mitchel and Zion Chapel of Ease Cemetery have been so well preserved,”

said Linda Piekut, executive director of the Heritage Library. “And we’re very excited to give people a chance to really experience it up close and personal.” The Fort Mitchel tours begin at 10 a.m. Thursdays at the historic site located in Hilton Head Plantation. One of four forts built by Union troops around 1862, Fort Mitchel is arguably the most well-preserved. Here, among the earthen barricades and centuries-old cannons, visitors get a glimpse into what daily life was like for the Union soldiers building a stronghold in enemy territory. Beyond the fascinating history, the winding paths of Fort Mitchel guide visitors through some absolutely breathtaking waterfront scenery. Baynard Mausoleum and Zion Chapel of Ease Cemetery, at the corner of Mathews Drive and William Hilton Parkway, will welcome tours at 10 a.m. Fridays through November. The grounds hold endless insight into the island’s past, having served as a burial ground for nearly a century before falling into disrepair. Efforts to restore and maintain this historical treasure allow us to continue visiting this fascinating piece of island history. Admission for each tour is $12 for adults and $7 for children. For more information, call the Heritage Library at 843-686-6560 or register online at www.heritagelib.org. M

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life. Register now and browse hundreds of highly sought-after items, including golf packages, pet items and services, relaxing getaways, delectable restaurant fare, tennis and equestrian lessons, fabulous home décor, clothing and jewelry, revitalizing spa services and so much more. For more information about the Bid for PAL online auction or to place a bid, contact Cheryl Raugh at cherylraugh@gmail.com or go to www. PALauction.org.

APRIL 26

Camera Club Meeting: 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, Osher Lifelong Learning Center, 2 Matthews Court. Guest speaker will be Robert Rommel. In this modern world of vehicles, electronics and skyscrapers, many of us spend the majority of our lives within walls. Rommel’s work breaks us free of these walls and restores humanity’s primordial bond with nature. His images bring us into the seldom-seen world of America’s wildlife and wild places revealing their endless diversity and wondrous beauty. Free, newcomers welcome. For more information, visit www.CCHHI.net.

APRIL 28

Makeup & Martini: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 28, The Indigo Spa, 14 Valencia

Road, Hilton Head Island. Indulge yourself at “America’s Favorite New Spa” with Makeup & Martinis, $30 per person. For more information, including specials and events, visit www.indigospa.com or call 843-321-4421.

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30th annual Orchid Show: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, April 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, April 30th, and noon-5 p.m. Sunday, May 1, Coastal Georgia Botanical Garden, 2 Canebrake Road, Savannah. The annual orchid show of the local Deep South Orchid Society has moved to a new home at the Coastal Georgia Botanical Garden’s Andrews Visitor Center. This year’s orchid displays will highlight the city of Savannah. Held in the Great Hall, view specimen orchids plants and blooms that have been jury-judged for awards using American Orchid Society standards. Browse vendors with orchid-growing supplies or art featuring orchids. For more information, visit www.coastalgeorgiabg.org/events.html or call 912-921-5460.

APRIL 30

Roots: The Lowdown on Lowcountry Cuisine: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, April 30, Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage, 10782 Jacob Smart Blvd.,

APRIL 25

Joann Falletta Conducts Rodrigo, Piazzolla, and Mozart: 8 p.m. Monday, April 25, First Presbyterian Church, 540 William Hilton Parkway. “JoAnn Falletta is internationally celebrated as a vibrant ambassador for music,” acclaimed by The New York Times as “one of the finest conductors of her generation.” She serves as the music director of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and principal guest conductor of the Brevard Music Center. Tickets are $30, $45 and $55. For tickets and more information, call 843-842-2055 or go to www.hhso.org. April 2016 209

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April 28: Makeup & Martini ... APRIL

Lee Jean rocks Coligny; outdoor market planned

he Lowcountry has fallen in love with its newest superstar, Lee Jean. From the moment he burst forth from his “American Idol” audition waving a golden ticket to the night he took his place in the top eight in the long-running singing competition’s ﬁ nal season, his fans all over Hilton Head Island, Bluffton and beyond cheered him on every step of the way. Now, Bluffton’s hometown hero has returned. Lee recently performed at Coligny Plaza, treating Hilton Head Island visitors and residents to the voice that earned the Bluffton High School junior fans across the country. “We were so thrilled to host Lee’s ﬁ rst performance on Hilton Head Island after coming back home from ‘American Idol’ this past March,” said Leslie Richardson, owner of Coligny Plaza. “He’s just such an amazing talent and such a great representative for our area to the entire world.” In other Coligny news, the

monthly Coligny Outdoor Market will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 22. The popular events have played perfectly to Coligny’s strengths as Hilton Head’s downtown, giving the community a chance to come together and enjoy a little al fresco fun. “We’re very pleased to see how much Hilton Head has embraced these outdoor markets,” Richardson said. “And it gives us a reason to throw a party every month. How could we pass that up?” Aside from the performances on the roof by local artists, the Outdoor Market will host a slew of vendors, a ﬂ eet of food trucks offering a mouthwatering array of local ﬂ avors, and endless opportunities for fun and excitement. Kids can take a few laps around the bouncy house while adults can enjoy a cold drink, a bite to eat and a casual stroll through the many shops and booths at the market. For more details, Find Coligny Plaza on Facebook. M

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rtini ... APRIL 29-MAY 1: 30th annual Orchid Show ... APRIL 30: RoOTS: The Lowcountry Cuis Ridgeland. The upcoming exhibit at the Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage opens with a day full of festivities, including a community cook-off. The event is family-friendly with a kid zone, food trucks, live music, workshops, local artisans and living history reenactments. For more information, please call 843-284-9227 or visit www. morrisheritagecenter.org.

APRIL 30-MAY 1

Coastal Discovery Museum’s 16th annual Juried Fine Art and Craft Show: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, April 30, and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, May 1, Honey Horn. This event will host 90 accomplished artists from the region and from across the country who will bring their best work to compete for $5,000 in prize money. Artists were juried into this show to provide a wide variety of ﬁ ne art, photography, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, wood and ﬁber arts. Demonstrations will be held throughout the weekend. This year, Southern cuisine on wheels with the Downtown Catering’s Curbside Kitchen will be featured, so come hungry for

great food and amazing art. There is a $6 per car parking donation, while admission to the show is free. 843689-6767, ext. 224.

ONGOING

Hilton Head Comedy Club: Wednesdays and Saturdays, plus special engagements, 18 Harbourside Lane, 2nd fl oor, Shelter Cove Harbour. Fan of funny? Hilton Head Comedy Club’s 2016 season starts the fi rst week in April. Different headliners every week. General admission tickets are $20, VIP seating is $22, all shows rated “PG-17.” For more information, visit www.comedyclubofhiltonhead. com or call 843-341-5653. Volunteer biking ambassadors needed: The Hilton Head Island Bicycle Advisory Committee is seeking individuals to help foster a welcoming environment and enhance safety on Hilton Head Island bike paths. Volunteer bike ambassadors provide directions, maps, safety tips and fl yers to visiting cyclists. For more information or to volunteer, contact Maurice

LaRoche at mlarochelm@roadunner. com or 603-447-5353. Sea Pines Country Club summer membership: Beginning April 15, the Sea Pines Country Club will be accepting applications for summer membership. If you have not sampled the club, now is the time. Enjoy four months of Lowcountry lifestyle the Sea Pines Country Club way. Visit www. seapinescountryclub.com or contact Karen Fleming at 843-671-2345. Soles4Souls: Bring your old shoes to the Island Rec Center. Soles4Souls is a not-for-proﬁ t global social enterprise committed to ﬁ ghting poverty through the distribution of shoes and clothing. For more information, contact the Island Rec Center at 843-681-7273 or visit www.islandreccenter.org. Historic Zion Cemetery and Bayard Mausoleum: 10 a.m. Fridays, through November. Join the Heritage Library for a tour of the cemetery where Revolutionary War soldiers are buried. Learn about the oldest existing struc-

ture on Hilton Head Island and explore where planters’ antebellum church used to sit. $12 per adult, $7 per child. Registration required, call 843-6866050 or visit www.heritagelib.org. Historic Fort Mitchel in Hilton Head Plantation: 10 a.m. Thursdays, through November. Join the Heritage Library for a tour of the Civil War battery on Skull Creek, built to protect Port Royal Sound and the Seabrook Coaling Station. $12 per adult, $7 per child. Registration required, call 843686-6050 or www.heritagelib.org. Roasting Room Lounge and Listening Room: 1297 May River Road, Bluffton. The Lowcountry’s brand-new intimate music venue and bourbon bar. Weekly Concerts. Visit www.roastingroomlounge.com for featured shows and tickets. “Dive-in Movies”: The Island Recreation Association is pleased to bring a new summertime event to Hilton Head. Introducing “Dive-in Movies.” Float in the pool and watch a movie. Arrive at the Island Rec Center pool before dusk to participate in

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games and activities based around the movie of the night. Pizza, popcorn and drinks are for sale. Floats welcome. Tickets will be sold at the door; no advanced tickets. Movies start at dusk. $6 for adults and $5 for children and seniors. 843-681-7273 or islandreccenter.org/events

SAVE THE DATE

MAY 5, 6, 23

Horseshoe Crabs: Living Fossils: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 5, Friday, May 6, and Monday, May 23, the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Participants will be introduced to the biology and behavior of the American Horseshoe Crab. Discover the important of this living fossil and how their blue blood protects humans. See live juvenile horseshoe crabs. These one-hour special presentations are coordinated in conjunction with horseshoe crab spawning season. After the indoor presentation, you will be provided with information about where you can ﬁ nd spawning horseshoe crabs. You can begin your quest to ﬁ nd horseshoe crabs spawning just hours after the presentation. Space is limited and reservations are required. Cost is $7 per person (not open to those

ages 9 and younger) and reservations may be made by calling 843-689-6767, ext. 223.

MAY 6-8

“Welcome to the Sixties”: 2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 6, through Saturday, May 8, Magnolia Hall, Sun City. The Sun City Chorus and Concert Band proudly presents “Welcome to the Sixties.” Come and hear these talented musicians as they perform tunes you know and love, ranging from “Grease” to Motown and “My Fair Lady.” Tickets are $23 and may be purchased from 9-11 a.m. Mondays, Wendesdays and Fridays at Magnolia Hall in Sun City. Tickets may also be purchased by calling 843-368-3153 or emailing Suncitytix@gmail.com. Remaining tickets will be available one hour before show time. The public is welcome.

MAY 5-8

“Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike”: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 5, through Saturday, May 7, and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 8, Hilton Head Preparatory School’s Main Street Theatre, 3000 Main St. Lean Ensemble Theater presents the Tony- and Drama Desk award-winning rollicking comedy by Christopher

MAY 14

20th Annual Rib Burnoff and Barbecue Fest: 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday, May 14, The Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Local restaurants and amateurs compete in this anticipated annual event. Enjoy music by The Portajohns, and beer, wine, sodas, hot dogs and ice cream will be available for purchase. A children’s tent will feature face painting. Tickets at the gate are $15. Purchase advance tickets at several local businesses for $12. Ticketholders get seven samples of ribs and barbecue with each ticket. All proceeds beneﬁ t local charities. Contact Bill Haley, bhaley@ hhivacations.com for general information, or Jim Gant, jim@gantfamily.com to participate in the competition. 212 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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THROUGH MAY 19

Music & Taste on the Harbour: 6-9 p.m. Thursdays, through May 19, Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina. Now in its eighth season, this free event, open to the public, mixes live local music with gourmet food and sunset water views. Live music plus two featured Shelter Cove Harbour restaurants will set up stations around the Neptune statue, offering light appetizers and drinks specials for purchase. Canned food donations for The Deep Well Project will be accepted. For music schedules and more information, visit www.palmettodunes.com/ shelter-cove/events-hilton-head or call 843-785-6424.

Durang. Four performances only. Audience talkbacks with members of Lean Ensemble will follow each show. Tickets are $40 for evening performances; $35 for matinee; and $15 students and active military. To purchase, call 843-715-6676. For information, visit www. leanensemble.org.

MAY 6-7

Women for Women Conference: 3-8:30 p.m., Friday, May 6, and 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, May 7, The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa, Port Royal Plantation. An event for all the women in your lives who ﬁ nd spiritual growth important. Welcome to the third annual Women for Women Conference — “It Is Well With My Soul.” Deb Copeland, author and founder of Live To Give, A God Thing, will speak on the topic of “forgiveness,” centering around the themes of attitude therapy within her three books. Come learn about yourself and the women in your life. An early online registration discount of 15 percent is available until April 15. Call 843-715-0617 or email info@livetogiveagodthing.com to reserve your spot.

MAY 7

38th annual Bluffton Village Festival: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, May 7, Calhoun Street, Bluffton. Get ready for an outstanding event featuring local and regional arts and crafts, great music and delectable local foods up and down the street, the hilarious Ugly Dog contest and the messy, funny pie eating contest. Coordinated by the Rotary Club of Bluffton. For general information call 843-815-2277 or email blufftonvillagefestival@gmail.com. April 2016 213

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ore than 25,000 spectators attended the 33rd annual Hilton Head Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 13. Perfect weather and a record number of entries made for a fantastic afternoon. Images were captured by TR Media World.

Ian and Kathleen Duncan with Molly, Porter and Michael Spears

Sen. Tom Davis

Hilton Head Preparatory School

Gavin Boring

Rick Saba

Holly Bounds Jackson

Driving Miss Norma

Mr. Peanut

Jerri Roseneau

Hilton Head Dance Theatre

PHOTOS BY TR MEDIA WORLD

Bluffton Mayor Lisa Sulka and Clemson’s Tiger

Hilton Head Island Mayor David Bennett

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Chang-Yong Shin of South Korea took first place in the 2016 Hilton Head International Piano Competition. For the first time, the competition was live-streamed with 58 countries observing the competition and got over 6,000 hits in the three days that the competition was streamed.

The fifth annual CRF Sporting Clays took place at Forest City Gun Club with proceeds benefiting “Pockets Full of Sunshine,” a new program serving adults with disabilities. Pictured is the Year Round Pool squad of Frank Hines, Brian Sutton, Frank Fotia and Matt Welsh.

PHOTO BY ARNO DIMMLING

Jenny Brasington accepts the Hospice Care of the Lowcountry’s Organization of the Year award during the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce’s annual ball on Feb. 27 at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa.

PHOTOS BY ARNO DIMMLING

Academic WorldQuest, a flagship program of the World Affairs Councils of America, recently hosted an event for local high school students.

Whole Foods Market Hilton Head Island par ticipated in The Outside Foundation’s Kayak Clean-Up of the Broad River on March 13. More than 300 pounds of litter and debris was collected.

RBC Heritage tournament director Steve Wilmot speaks with defending champion Jim Furyk during Heritage Media Day in March at Harbour Town Golf Links. Simon Fraser (right) also spoke at the event. April 2016 215

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MUSIC

At 6-foot-2, with white hair cascading down over a muscular set of shoulders and a voice like smoky bourbon poured over a honeyed Southern accent, Randy Joe Galloway definitely cuts a unique first impression. BY BARRY KAUFMAN | PHOTOS BY LLOYD WAINSCOTT

epending on how the mood strikes him, you might see him as a seasoned veteran of the rock ‘n’ roll business. You might see him as a soulful artist using every tool at his disposal to express himself. You might see him as intimidating. And you’d probably be right. Again, depending on how the mood strikes him. To start with, he is in fact a seasoned veteran of the rock ‘n’ roll business. A recent transplant from Nashville, Galloway spent years as a guitar player and front man for various bands, touring the country and sharing the stage with legends from Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Doobie Brothers to Faith Hill. These days, thanks to a new life as an independent recording artist, he’s stepping away from the road to soak in the scenery north of the Broad. “After I signed a contract with Joe Meader at Grand Entertainment, my wife, Carol, and I looked at each other and said, ‘OK, we can live anywhere in the world.’ I have my own studio, and being a writer I can write anywhere,” he said. Anywhere turned out to be Port Royal, just off the water. “The moon through the trees here, with the Spanish moss dripping down … it’s just magical. I’ve found myself very inspired. And not just in music.” That musical inspiration manifests in shows around the area with his four-part band, plus jam sessions with Beaufort-area acts like Snazzy Red. And Galloway continues to record, laying down tracks that range from foot-stomping Southern rock songs to soul-

ful ballads. As to the other inspiration? Well, that speaks to Randy Galloway as soulful artist. “I’m thinking about doing some acting while I’m down here,” said Galloway, who appeared in seven episodes of ABC’s “Nashville” as a featured extra. “I don’t want to say I have the acting bug, but I really enjoy it.” Galloway has also been inspired to pick up the keyboard (as in the one with the letters on it) to do some writing. His book, “Quads,” was published in Kudzoo Magazine, where he’s been a regular contributor. He’s a man of many talents, including one that speaks to that intimidating first impression he can cut. “I did quite a bit of bounty hunting for the state of South Carolina,” he said. “In seven or eight years, I caught 862 fugitives.” During his successful side career as a bounty hunter, Galloway earned a reputation as someone who always gets his man. He rose to such prominence in his field that he was even featured in a two-part Fox Carolina story called “Bounty Hunter in the Upstate.” For Galloway, at least, it turned out well. “I was able to catch one of the state’s 10 most wanted while they were filming. He actually was a good guy; he just made some mistakes.” Galloway’s latest album, “Midnight Stories,” is available on iTunes. And keep an eye on your local live music schedule for the RJ Galloway Band. M

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Whitley Deputy began his musical career the way most of us do, banging on pots and pans and garbage can to a rhythm that only the musician can hear.

ONCE MORE, WITH

BY BARRY KAUFMAN PHOTO BY ROB KAUFMAN

FEELING

WHITLEY DEPUTY

AND THE B-TOWN PROJECT RETURN TO THE HERITAGE FOR ANOTHER CHANCE TO BRING DOWN THE HOUSE.

rowing up in then-veryrural Pritchardville, he can fi ll hours with stories of the Lowcountry he remembers, an untamed place unmarked by gated communities, one where kids would happily throw themselves into murky waters without fear of alligators or water moccasins. (That’s not to say they weren’t there; there just wasn’t any fear). And while most of us abandon our musical dreams along with our drums at some point, Deputy kept at it with the sort of sort of laser-tight Type-A focus he seems to bring to bear on every aspect of his life. Ask him about anything: nutrition, religion, science, the arts, and he can speak from a place of remarkably well-researched confi dence. In another person, his intensity might come off as intimidating, but Deputy carries with him an easy smile and gentle demeanor that brunt the edge of his fi ercely precise personality. That said, He is not a person who does much by half-measures. So you know when he fi nally did abandon the drums, it was for a good reason.

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“I realized I couldn’t lead a band from behind,” he said. “So I picked up guitar and just started learning everything I could about musical theory, harmonies, things like that.” From there, Whitley Deputy and the B-Town Project exploded, providing a soundtrack to Bluffton’s festival scene that happily dances across the borders between funk, blues and R&B. Around a nucleus of three stellar talents — Deputy, legendary bassist Delbert Felix and drummer Derrick Larry — flies a constantly-shifting array of musicians that form the ever-changing B-Town Project. Deputy has a keen eye for talent, bringing in musicians from as far away as Jacksonville to fill in for larger gigs, but there is one thing he demands above all else from his band: flexibility “I usually don’t write a set list, he said. “I don’t want to be constricted. …You can’t anticipate what the crowd’s going to be like, what the energy’s going to be like.” That’s because, despite his expertise on the drums and the guitar, the one instrument on which Deputy is a true master is the moment. It all stems from a moment of clarity he attained during a poolside solo gig. “Last summer, I was playing this solo gig by a pool, trying to play what I thought they

might want to hear,” he said. “I wasn’t getting much of a response, and I realized ‘You know what? I’m miserable right now. I’m just going to play what I want to play.’” The reaction from his crowds wasn’t immediate, but it was palpable as Deputy threw the set list away and started playing from his heart, from his gut and from his audience. “I stopped being so concerned and started playing what I feel. And that’s what an artist should do,” he said. “It’s not about what you can do. It’s what you make (the audience) feel like.” As a virtuoso in reading an audience, Deputy will have his work cut out for him when the B-Town Project plays to the teeming throngs of the Heritage this year. But Deputy, for his part, isn’t worried, especially if it’s anything like the last time they played the tournament. Their three-hour set two years ago showed Heritage crowds what a tight-knit group of musicians, fronted by a kid from Pritchardville, can do. “We started the gig, then three hours later, it went from no one there to not being able to walk through it. And they were calling for an encore,” he said. “And it was awesome.” Whitley Deputy and the B-Town Project play the Heritage from 5 to 7 p.m. April 17. M

“IT’S NOT ABOUT WHAT YOU CAN DO. IT’S WHAT YOU MAKE THE AUDIENCE FEEL LIKE”

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PARTY ON!

HOST THE PERFECT HERITAGE COCKTAIL PARTY The RBC Heritage is a fantastic excuse to throw a great cocktail party. Just remember, a spectacular soiree takes more than just excellent drinks. The food must be on point as well. To help turn your Heritage cocktail party up a notch, we reached out to six catering experts for recipes that are both easy to make and guaranteed to please .

Wild Mushroom and Goat Cheese Tartlets TWO TOMATOES CATERING

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 8-10

1 tablespoon butter ed 1 8-ounce package of wild mushrooms, chopp ed 2 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves only and chopp 1 whole shallot, diced 4 tablespoons dry sherry 4 ounces goat cheese Salt and pepper, to taste Tart shells or phyllo cups for 2 minutes. Melt butter. Add shallot and thyme, cook until soft. or tes minu 3 for cook and s room mush Add taste. to er pepp Season with salt and liqDeglaze pan with sherry and reduce until shell uid evaporates. Place mushrooms in tart bles. or phyllo cup. Top with goat cheese crum egree Bake for 10-12 minutes in preheated 350-d oven. Serve warm.

PORK SHANK OSSO BUCCO

HILTON HEAD ISLAND BEACH & TENNIS RESO

INGREDIENTS

6 pork shanks, 12 to 16 ounces each 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil 3 tablespoons salt and pepper, equal blend , plus more for seasoning 1/2 cup small-diced carrots 1/2 cup small-diced celery 1/2 cup small-diced onions 4 cups prepared veal stock or sauce 2 cups red wine, such as cabernet 2 sticks (1/2 pound) butter, softened Seasonal vegetables or pasta, for serving Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Drizzle the shanks with the oil and sprinkle with the salt and pepper blend, ensuring the seasoning is even. Next, place the shanks, carrots, celery, onions, 2 cups veal stock and the red wine in a roasting pan. Cover with foil and bake in the oven for 2 hours. Once cooked, removed from the oven and remove the shanks from the simmered stock. Next, pour the simmered stock through a strainer into a medium sauce pan. Next, heat the simmered stock and remaining 2 cups veal stock over medium heat and slow simmer. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat and stir in the butter to ﬁ nish. Serve with seasonal vegetables or pasta.

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Black-eyed pea and Boiled Peanut Hummus

THE WESTIN HILTON HEAD ISLAND RESORT & SPA INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4-6

1 cup black-eyed peas (cooked or can) 1/2 cup shelled boiled peanuts 4 oz Palmetto Ale beer 1 jalapeno (cut the stem but leave whole) 4 tablespoons of tahini 2 tablespoons of water (as needed) 1 tablespoons of lemon juice 1/4 tablespoon of ground cumin 2 garlic cloves 3 tablespoons of blended olive oil Kosher salt (as needed) a Heat the black-eyed peas, peanuts, jalapeno and beer in half the to d reduce is beer the until r Simme pan. sauce 2-quart 15 minamount. Take off heat, strain but reserve liquid. Cool for or ﬁ tutes. Place all ingredients into the bowl of a food process adjust thick, too if ; smooth until es Process blade. ted with an S consistency with water or beer. Season with salt to taste. Garnish with olive oil and chopped herbs. Serve with grilled pita and your favorite raw vegetables.

Artichoke-Stuffed Mushrooms BESS’ DELICATESSEN & CATERING INGREDIENTS | MAKES 50

11/2 pound large mushrooms 1/4 cup choppped shallots or sweet onion 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 tablespoon of olive oil 1/4 c up of white wine 1/4 cup of soft breadcrumbs 1 14-ounce can artichokes, drained and chopp ed 3 green onions, chopped 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese 1/2 cup mayo 1/4 teaspoon of salt 1/4 teaspoon of pepper Rinse mushrooms and pat dry, remove stems and set aside. Saute stems, shallots or onions and garlic in olive oil. Add wine and cook till liquid evaporates. Stir in breadcrumbs. Cool. Combine shallot or onion mixture, artichokes and next 5 ingredients. Spoon into caps. Bake 350 degrees 12-15 minutes.

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Black & Blue Carolina Martinis with Grilled Crab Dip Baguettes CELEBRATIONS CATERING & EVE

NTS

INGREDIENTS

3 shallots, diced 1 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoons brandy 3 cups heavy cream 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasonin g 1 pound cream cheese, room tem perature 1 pound domestic lump crab mea t (hand-picked) Salt, white pepper and Tabasco (as needed) 3 tablespoon Clemson Blue Che ese, crumbled 1 baguette, sliced and grilled Sauté shallots in butter over med ium heat until translucent. Deg laze with brandy (careful of ﬂ ame-up) and cook until alcohol burns off. Add heavy cream, bay leaves, and Old Bay Seasoning. Bring to a boil and reduce to simmer. Add cream cheese and continue to simmer until smooth. Add crabmeat and season with salt, white pepper, and Tabasco. Serv e in martini glasses with grilled baguette slice and crumbled Clemson Blue Che ese. Additional option – garnish with fresh crab claw in addition to baguette slice and Clemson Blue Cheese.

PALMETTO DUNES PIMENTO CHEESE DUNES CATERING & EVENTS INGREDIENTS

4 large pimento peppers, roasted, peeled, seeded and diced 2 jalapenos roasted, peeled, seeded and diced 4 ounces of cream cheese, at room temperature 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon Frank’s RedHot, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon sugar 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 cup chopped pickles with brine 1 pound extra sharp cheddar cheese (preferably grater box grater Tillamook); grated on the large holes of aa box Combine all ingredients and chill before serving. Note: Freshly grated cheese will work much better than pre-grated, bagged cheese.

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WHAT’S COOKIN’ A HEAPING HELPING OF LOCAL RESTAURANT NEWS

Beef Stew with Savory Turmeric Semolina Cake Recipe by Carrie Hirsch | Serves 4-6

BEEF STEW INGREDIENTS

3 pounds boneless stewing beef, cut into 1- to 2-inch cubes 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 6 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 medium onions, chopped 3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped 6 cloves garlic 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 4 tablespoons all-purpose ﬂ our 3 tablespoons ketchup 1 cup dry red wine 5 cups low-sodium beef or vegetable broth Salt and pepper to taste

BY CARRIE HIRSCH Not feeling inspired to hop on the turmeric train? You’re going to all be alone at the station because turmeric is hot, hot, hot — but not spicy. Until recently, it was lumped in with other spices, the ones that atrophy on our spice racks. Touted as an anti-infl ammatory, we not-so-secretly expect that something that is supposed to be good for us may taste medicinal or remotely like cardboard. But used in small quantities, turmeric adds fl avor and beautiful color to everyday recipes for smoothies, veggies, curries, rice, meats, poultry, fi sh and even desserts.M

CHEF TIP ON TURMERIC KARLA WILLIAMS | H3 HEALTHY KITCHEN EXECUTIVE CHEF “The sky’s the limit when using turmeric. Turmeric gives curry its yellow pigment — it was first used in the Middle East and in India as a dye, then as a spice. It is a root, like ginger, with a peppery, warm and slightly bitter fl avor. With its bright color and fl avor, you can make a rub with a little cumin, paprika, garlic, and ginger. Sprinkle it on chicken and throw it on the grill or add it to coconut curry, scrambled eggs, and roasted caulifl ower. Add it to brown rice to brighten up the color — we eat with our eyes. Turmeric is dense in nutrition and high in manganese, phosphorus, and potassium. Consisting of several micronutrients, it has anti-infl ammatory and antioxidant properties. Buy turmeric in small quantities and store in a dry, dark, cool place and use within three months.”

BEEF STEW PREP: Season all sides of the beef cubes with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven or large ovenproof skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat, then brown the beef on all sides, working in batches, for 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl, leaving all drippings in the pot. Adjust heat to low, then add onions, carrots, and garlic and sauté, stirring often, until caramelized, about 20 minutes (cover for the ﬁ rst 15 minutes and uncover for the last 5 minutes). Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any bits that stick to the bottom of the skillet. Sprinkle with turmeric and stir for 1 minute, then add ﬂ our and ketchup, adding a little water if it is too dry. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes, return beef cubes to the skillet and add the red wine and 1 cup broth. Adjust heat to medium, then simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally — it will become very thick. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Add remaining broth, then bring to a boil. Cover, transfer to the oven and cook for 2 hours or until beef is tender, stirring occasionally. Salt and pepper to taste if needed. Cut turmeric semolina cake (recipe follows) into 3-inch squares, arrange in shallow bowls, then spoon beef stew and juices on top. Serve immediately.

SEMOLINA CAKE INGREDIENTS 2 cups semolina ﬂ our 1 cup all-purpose ﬂ our 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper 2 sticks salted butter, melted 1 cup sour cream ½ cup water

SEMOLINA CAKE PREP: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Using a stand mixer, combine semolina ﬂ our, all-purpose ﬂ our, sugar, turmeric powder, baking powder, salt and pepper. Add butter, sour cream and water and mix until combined, about 1 minute. Oil an 8-by-8-inch baking dish and bake for 40 minutes or until lightly browned around the edges.

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Keep Calm and

Curry On

INDIAN CUISINE SEALED WITH A “KISH”

BY CARRIE HIRSCH PHOTOS BY BUTCH HIRSCH

The aroma of spicy curries wafting through the air, the abundance of flowers, and the bustling crowds dressed in bright colors bring a vision of Mumbai or Delhi — all without leaving the Farmers Market of Bluffton, where people flock in search of authentic British-Indian food. Kishan and Joanne Shah, proprietors of Bhajee on the Beach, dish out favorites like dal makhani, palak paneer, vindaloo curry sauce, chutney and tikka masala, jeera and korma chicken dishes. The locals know to get there early so they don’t miss out. The couple has built a tremendous following in Bluffton and also has a stand at the Port Royal Farmers Market on Saturdays. Chalkboard specials change from week to week, and the couple also sells frozen pints of Indian delicacies. The company name is a take on the well-received 1993 British comedy drama “Bhaji On The Beach.” “After we ran a restaurant in central London, in Pimlico, for 20 years, we swore we would not do it again, but the response at the Farmers Market of Bluffton has been more popular than we thought,” Kishan says. “We first set out with selling crepes and then brought in our Indian food in 2012. Lots of people who pass through the farmers markets have never eaten Indian food. We have tons of spoons and we encourage people to taste our dishes — the conversion rate is very good.” Bhajee’s menu offers meat curries, which tend to be from the north of India, and rice-based dishes, which are from other regions. “Chicken masala has become the number one take-out dish in the U.K. and that seems to be the trend here as well,” Kishan says. “It is no longer fish and chips.” Although the couple were not formerly trained, they have worked in a “hands-on”

Kishan and Joanne Shah, owners of Bhajee On The Beach, at Big Bamboo Café on Hilton Head Island where their curries and other British-Indian recipes are on the menu year-round.

setting in their kitchen in London with people from all regions of India. “Tristan and Kieron O’Grady have helped us tremendously by allowing us to prepare our dishes in their kitchen at the Big Bamboo Café on Hilton Head Island. We are so appreciative of their help and support,” Joanne says. Several dishes on Big Bamboo’s menu pay tribute to the Indian eatery, including “The Kish of Death Vindaloo Curry,” affectionately named after Kishan, who is known as the curry master, and “Nirvana’s Chick Pea Curry,” named after one of the couple’s three daughters. The husband-and-wife team works together by having their many tasks defined, yet having the flexibility to jump in as needed. Joanne does most of the prep and is the sous chef, while Kishan puts it all together. “Kishan loves people and loves talking to people,” Joanne says. “I am more the back of the house.” Plans are in the works to open a new restaurant, Vindaloo Junction, which will allow the couple to expand their menu and enable them to offer classic Indian desserts like kheer, a rice pudding with coconut, cardamom and pistachio, and mango stuffed with ice cream. British-Indian cuisine has become wildly popular over the past few decades in the U.S. and is now considered mainstream by many who enjoy the complexity and combinations of sweet and sour, highlighted with various degrees of spice. The cuisine also is getting attention thanks to celebrities like Madhur Jaffrey, award-winning

Tikka masala served with raita, chutney, basmati rice and naan made from scratch by Kishan and Joanne Shah.

actress and author of “Curry Nation: Britain’s 100 Favorite Curries” and several other popular cookbooks. “I think people are changing,” Joanne says, “and I definitely see a shift — young people are much more conscientious about what they eat. The vegan and vegetarian market is experiencing huge growth. The benefits of the spices are remarkable. We make everything from scratch, our dishes are gluten-free, with no thickeners, and use sea salt for the proper alkalinity. We use lots of turmeric in most of our dishes, along with generous amounts of coriander, garam masala and cumin and grind our own spices, which makes them taste much fresher.” One of the newest menu items is garlic chili with shrimp — paying homage to fresh Lowcountry seafood with inimitable Indian flair. M

BHAJEE ON THE BEACH CAN BE FOUND AT:

The Farmers Market of Bluffton Spring/summer hours: 2-7 p.m. Calhoun Street in Old Town Bluffton 843-415-1490 • bhajeeonthebeach.com Big Bamboo Café 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Unit 210 843-686-3443 • bigbamboocafe.com

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•HERITAGE-INSPIRED•

COCKTAILS We asked a few master mixologists to invent the perfect cocktail for the 2016 RBC Heritage Presented by Boing. Here is what they came up with:

ANTIPASTO BLOODY MARY

Created by Dana Torres of Giuseppi’s Pizza & Pasta • 2 ounces Grey Goose vodka • 4 ounces pepperoncini juice • 1 teaspoon basil paste • 2 ounces Zing Zang Bloody Mary Mix • 4 ounces V-8 Juice Combine all ingredients in a glass. Serve over ice if desired, and garnish with pepperoncini, sliced pepperoni, buffalo mozzarella cubes, basil, cherry tomatoes or an olive.

LOWCOUNTRY LEMONADE

Created by Lesly Crick of Fat Baby’s Pizza and Subs • 1 1/2 ounces Grey Goose Le Citroen vodka • 1/2 ounce Il Tramonto Limoncello (or any limoncello) • 1/2 teaspoon sugar • 4 ounces sour mix • Splash of simple syrup or triple sec • Sprite to fil Pour all ingredients except the Sprite over ice into a bar shaker. Shake well. Muddle 2 lemon wedges in a sugar-rimmed pint glass. Pour shaker ingredients over muddled lemons. Top with Sprite and garnish with a lemon wheel.

LAGOON LEMONADE

Created by Taylor Perry of Bomboras Grille • Housemade lemonade with a honey lavender twist • 1 ounce juice from grilled lemons • 3.5 ounces water • 1 ounce housemade sour mix • 1 ounce simple syrup • 1 frozen lavender-kissed honey ice ball To make the ice ball, infuse honey with lavender and freeze overnight in ice mold, To make the cocktail, place the lavender-honey ice ball in rocks glass and set aside. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and the rest of the ingredients. Shake vigorously and strain into rocks glass over ice sphere. Garnish with a grilled lemon wheel and lavender florets

TIPSY BY TEE TIME

Created by Travis Wray of Poseidon • 2 ounces Grey Goose vodka • 1.5 ounces sweet tea simple syrup • 2 lemon wedges • 5 mint leaves • 3 oz prosecco Muddle mint leaves, lemon wedges and simple syrup in mixing glass. Add ice, shake vigorously and pour into a highball glass. Add ice and top with prosecco. Add a lemon wheel and fresh mint leaves as garnish.

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WHAT’S COOKIN’ CONTINUED

WEBSITE HONORS HOLY TEQUILA The Only In Your State website recently released its list of “12 Restaurants in South Carolina to Get Mexican Food That’ll Blow Your Mind.”Hilton Head Island’s Holy Tequila ranked No. 6 on the list. The site stated, “At Holy Tequila, Mexican fare meets American ﬂ are. You’ll go wild over the traditional Mex ﬂ avors fused with American gourmet at affordable prices.” Charleston’s Taco Boy ranked No. 1, followed by Myrtle Beach’s Fiesta Del Burro Loco at No. 2 and Greenville’s Chuy’s at No. 3. Other local restaurants on the list included Beaufort’s Agave Mexican Grill at No. 7 and Ridgeland’s Taqueria Rocio at No. 11.

Hickory Tavern, a casual dining restaurant with a sports focus, has opened at 44 Shelter Cove Lane, in the former home of Fuddruckers. The restaurant also has South Carolina locations in Columbia, Spartanburg, Indian Land and Rock Hill. While known for its sports — showing on 70 TVs — Hickory Tavern is different from a traditional sports bar, as seen in its extensive and diverse menu. In addition to wings, burgers and signature sandwiches, guests will ﬁ nd seared ahi tuna, oysters, lobster rolls, shrimp and grits, crab legs, steamed shrimp and three steak options on the menu. The 7,000-square-foot restaurant features a separate restaurant and bar area as well as two patios with seating available for approximately 90 guests. Hickory Tavern offers 100 beers, with 32 on tap, and carries six to 10 local craft beers at any time. Happy hour is from 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays. Hours are 11 a.m. to midnight Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.

OMNI OPENS NEW SPORTS BAR

The Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort recently opened a new sports bar called XO Sports Spirits. The resort transformed XO Lounge into the sports bar, giving it a completely new look and feel. The casual upscale venue displays a new seating arrangement from the Restoration Hardware collection, unique sports-themed artwork and decorative lighting. The bar now features 13 big-screens, including a 79-inch TV, and indoor shufﬂ eboard. The bar also offers local and traditional menu items. Guests can sample anything from halftime bites such as chicken wings, pigskins and pimento beer cheese dip to signature burgers, authentic sandwiches and ﬂ atbreads. Restaurant hours are open daily until 1 a.m.

POSEIDON OFFERING LIVE CHEF DEMOS Poseidon restaurant has started hosting live chef demos on The Rooftop Bar. The luncheons can accommodate groups with a minimum of 30 and maximum of 65 people. It allows for an intimate gathering in which participants are set up theater-style with a guest chef taking to the stage for optimal viewing and interaction. A sample schedule would have guests arriving˜at 11:30 a.m.˜for cocktails and mingling, followed by a 45-minute cooking presentation and luncheon. The guests follow along with recipe cards while the main course is prepared on stage. An overhead camera captures the stages of meal preparation up close and displayed on the HD screen displayed behind the live demo. Entrees often include two offerings of menu items such as crab cakes and chicken prepared with three sauces. Participants enjoy an introductory salad and a side dish that complements the featured entree. There is a Q&A interaction˜with the chef and the event culminates after the attendees dine on their prepared recipe. The cost per person starts at $30.

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Roots: The Lowdown on Lowcountry Cuisine exhibit will give a taste of the complex intertwined history of the region’s first recorded cooks.

ROOTS:

THE LOWDOWN ON LOWCOUNTRY CUISINE EXHIBIT PLANNED The Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage is one of only eight organizations to receive major grants in the January/February round from the South Carolina Humanities. The $6,500 grant will be used to partially fund the center’s upcoming exhibit “Roots: The Lowdown on Lowcountry Cuisine.” The exhibit will relate the history of Lowcountry cuisine by examining specific Lowcountry dishes such as Frogmore stew, shrimp and grits, and she crab soup. It also will highlight the contributions of the many diverse people of the Lowcountry region. The exhibit opens April 29 and runs through Feb. 1. The Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage, located in downtown Ridgeland, is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, call 843-284-9227 or visit www.morrisheritagecenter.org. April 2016 227

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2 MORE RESTAURANTS COMING TO SHELTER COVE TOWNE CENTRE Two more restaurants are coming to the rapidly growing Shelter Cove Towne Centre. Charlie Graingers, a Wilmington, North Carolina-based franchise specializing in hot dogs, brisket and barbecue will open in Suite 180 in September. The 1,2000-square-foot space is located next to Shelter Cove Community Park. The main feature at Charlie Graingers is its premium Kahn’s Hot Dog from Cincinnati. It is most popular served with homemade chili, mustard, slaw and onions. Jane’s Bistro is expected to open in Suite 109 in June inside a 4,000-square foot space. Shelter Cove Towne Centre is in its final stages of retail development. One more phase of retail development is planned in 2016, making way for five new stores and restaurants. Apartments are also planned for the center.

INTERIOR RENOVATIONS AT HUDSON’S COMPLETE

Hudson’s Seafood House On the Docks, one of Hilton Head Island’s original restaurants, has an all-new look. The restaurant completed a two-month interior renovation earlier this year, replacing the carpet with hardwood floors, restaining wood and removing the drop ceiling to show exposed beams. The bathrooms were also renovated. The building has been an island landmark since 1912. It first opened as a seafoodprocessing facility and later became a restaurant in 1967. The Carmines family bought the restaurant from the Hudsons in 1975 and has been running it since.

EL MARIACHI RESTAURANT EXPANDS Bluffton’s El Mariachi Restaurant, located in Kitties Crossing next to Food Lion, has expanded with a larger dining room and a new bar. Owners Carlos Aldaco and Karon Otero recently celebrated the expansion with a ribboncutting ceremony along with the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce.

GARDEN & GUN READERS HONOR LOCAL BURGER JOINTS

Garden & Gun magazine asked its readers to name their favorite burger joints and two local restaurants were mentioned: Hilton Head Island’s Charbar Co. and Bluffton’s Old Town Dispensary. Beaufort’s Fat Patties was also listed, which now has a location in Bluffton. Find the complete list at www.gardenandgun.com. 228 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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PURE NATURAL MARKET

CAPTAIN GILLAN’S OPENS An all-you-can-eat seafood buffet is the highlight of Captain Gillan’s, a new restaurant located in the building where Pelican’s Point and Kingfisher restaurants were located. The buffet will include crab legs, a salad bar, chilled seafood, appetizers, soups, hot seafood entrees, a carving station and a dessert bar. An a la cart menu and a raw bar are also available. The restaurant is owned by locals Joe and Ned Gilleland, who operated Gillan’s Fresh Seafood & Oyster Bar, where The Lucky Rooster is now located. Hours for Captain Gillan’s are 4:30-10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday. Happy hour is 4:30-6:30 p.m. each night.

ADDS VEGAN, JAMAICAN MENU

JUICE HIVE OPENS IN OLD TOWN BLUFFTON

There is a healthy new destination in Old Town Bluffton. The Juice Hive features all natural beverages and food as well as retail items. Patrons can enjoy fresh, cold-press organic juices, smoothies, coffees, teas, milks and variety of all-natural, predominantly raw foods, including soups, salads, grains, wraps and softserve yogurt. The retail portion of the business will offer vitamins, supplements, local honey, superfoods and other products for health, beauty and fitness. Owner Leslie Rohland, who also owns and operates The Cottage Café, Bakery & Tea Room in Old Town Bluffton, is passionate about her latest endeavor. “I believe strongly in this way of life. Many people want the benefits of juicing, but get discouraged by all of the equipment and produce required. The Juice Hive is a convenient little health haven where people can easily add fresh, natural beverages and food to their diets,” she said. The Juice Hive is open at 8 a.m. Monday through Saturday. It is located at 14 Johnston Way in Bluffton Village, across from the Just Be Centre, near the post office and library.

Pure Natural Market, located at 1012 William Hilton Parkway, has new owners and a new menu. Husband and wife owners Brinsley Ellis and Tracy Owens now offer a full menu of vegan and Jamaican items to go along with dairy free smoothies and cold pressed juices the market is known for. Diners will find a wide vareity of menu items, ranging from a Jackfruit BBQ sandiwch to a MoBay Curry Vegetable Bowl. For more information, call 843-342-7873.

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ATLANTA BREAD COMPANY 45 Pembroke Drive. 843-342-2253. BLD

REILLEY’S NORTH END PUB 95 Mathews Drive. 843-681-4153. LDSO

THE CAROLINA ROOM The Westin Resort, Port Royal Plantation. 843-681-4000, ext. 7045. BLD

RUAN THAI HUT 1107 Main St., 843-6813700. LD

CRAZY CRAB (NORTH) 104 William Hilton Parkway, 843-681-5021, www.thecrazycrab. com. LD

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THE PURPLE COW 95 Mathews Drive. 843-681-2253, purplecowhhi.com.

BELLA ITALIA BISTRO AND PIZZA 95 Mathews Drive in Port Royal Plaza. 843689-5560. LD

CHART HOUSE 2 Hudson Road. 843-3429066. LD

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95 Mathews Drive. 843-342-4472. BL

RUBY LEE’S 46 Wild Horse Road. 843-6817829. LDS SKULL CREEK BOATHOUSE 397 Squire Pope Road. 843-681-3663. DO STARBUCKS 430 William Hilton Pkway in Pineland Station, 843-689-6823.

FIESTA FRESH MEXICAN GRILL (NORTH) 95 Mathews Drive. 843-342-8808. BLD

STREET MEET 95 Mathews Drive, Port Royal Plaza. 843-842-2570. LDO

FRANKIE BONES 1301 Main Street. 843-682-4455. LDS

SUNSET GRILLE 43 Jenkins Island Road. 843-689-6744. LDOS

HUDSON’S SEAFOOD HOUSE ON THE DOCKS 1 Hudson Road. 843-681-2772. www.hudsonsonthedocks.com. LD

TJ’S TAKE AND BAKE PIZZA 35 Main St. 843-681-2900. LD

IL CARPACCIO If you’re hankering for some authentic Italian cuisine, this island institution is worth finding. Pizza is cooked in a hardwood-burning oven and everything is made from scratch. 200A Museum St. 843-342-9949. ilcarpaccioofhiltonhead. com. LD LAGERHEAD TAVERN 155 High Bluff Road, Hilton Head Plantation. 843-6842184, www.lagerheadtavern.com. LD MAIN STREET CAFÉ 1411 Main Street Village. 843-689-3999. LDS MANGIAMO! 2000 Main St. 843-6822444. LD MUNCHIES 1407 Main St. 843-785-3354. LD NEW YORK CITY PIZZA 45 Pembroke Drive. 843-689-2222. LD OKKO 95 Mathews Drive. 843-341-3377. LD OLD FORT PUB 65 Skull Creek Drive. 843681-2386. DS OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE 20 Hatton Place. 843-681-4329. LD PAN FRESCO OLE 55 Matthews Drive. 843681-5989. LD THE PHOENIX BISTRO Oven-baked pancakes are the house specialty. The entire menu is reminiscent of Mom’s home cooking. 70 Marshland Rd., 843-342-2880, phoenixbistro.com BL PLANTATION CAFÉ AND DELI

TURTLES BEACH BAR & GRILL 2 Grasslawn Avenue at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. 843-681-4000. LDO WISEGUYS 1513 Main St. 843-842-8866. DO YUMMY HOUSE 2 Southwood Park Drive. 843-681-5888. LD

HILTON HEAD MID-ISLAND

843 890 William Hilton Parkway, Fresh Market Shoppes. 843-686-8843. LD ALEXANDER’S 76 Queens Folly Road. 843785-4999. LD ALFRED’S European-trained chef Alfred Kettering combines some of the most appealing elements of classic American and Continental cuisine in this tiny Plantation Center hideaway. Grab a seat at the chef’s counter to watch the master at work. 807 William Hilton Parkway, #1200, in Plantation Center, 843-341-3117, alfredshiltonhead.com D ARTHUR’S GRILLE Arthur Hills course, Palmetto Dunes. 843-785-1191. LD BIG JIM’S BBQ, BURGERS AND PIZZA Robert Trent Jones course, Palmetto Dunes. 843-785-1165. LD BISTRO 17 17 Harbourside Lane in Shelter Cove. 785-5517. www.bistro17hhi.com. LD BONEFISH GRILL 890 William Hilton

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CAFÉ AT THE MARRIOTT Oceanside at Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa, Palmetto Dunes. 843-686-8488. BL

ELA’S BLU WATER GRILLE Featured in Bon Appetit and the winner of numerous OpenTable awards. Fresh-caught seafood and prime-cut steaks of the highest quality complement the extensive boutique wine selection. ELA’s is known for the best water views on the island. Serving lunch Monday-Friday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Dinner nightly starting at 5 p.m., and now offering “Sunday Brunch on the Water” complete with live jazz music every Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 1 Shelter Cove Lane in Shelter Cove Harbour. 843-785-3030. www.elasgrille.com. LD

COCO’S ON THE BEACH 663 William Hilton Parkway; also located at beach marker 94A. 843-842-2626. LD

FLORA’S ITALIAN CAFE 841 William Hilton Parkway in South Island Square. 843842-8200. D

COCONUTZ SPORTZ BAR Hilton Head Island Beach & Tennis Resort, 40 Folly Field Road. 843-842-0043. DO

FRENCH BAKERY The bakery was established in 1998 by the Leon family, and taken over by the Belka family from Poland in 2012. The Belka family lovingly create baked goods for their local Hilton Head and Bluffton neighbors, as well as for tourists. 120 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Towne Centre. 843-342-5420. BL

Parkway. 843-341-3772. LD BUCCI’S ITALIAN CUISINE 13 Harbourside Lane, Shelter Cove. 843785-3300. LDO CAPTAIN GILLAN’S 18 Harbourside Lane, Shelter Cove Harbour. 843-785-4442 LDO CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL 14 Folly Field Drive. 843-785-5007. LD

CONROY’S Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa, Palmetto Dunes. 843-686-8499. DS DYE’S GULLAH FIXIN’S 840 William Hilton Parkway, Atrium Building. 843-6818106, www.dyesgullahfixins.com. LD

GATOR’Z PIZZA Hilton Head Island Beach

& Tennis Resort. 843-842-0004. D GIUSEPPI’S PIZZA AND PASTA 32 Shelter Cove Lane in Shelter Cove. 843-785-4144. LD HAROLD’S DINER 641 William Hilton Parkway. 843-842-9292. BL HH PRIME Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort in Palmetto Dunes. 843-842-8000. BLDS HICKORY TAVERN 50 Shelter Cove Lane. 843-802-0010. LD ISLAND BAGEL & DELI South Island Square. 843-686-3353. BL JAMAICA JOE’Z BEACH BAR Hilton Head Island Beach & Tennis Resort, 40 Folly Field Road. 843-842-0044. LUCKY ROOSTER KITCHEN + BAR 841 William Hilton Parkway, Unit A, South Island Square. 843-681-3474. www.luckyroosterhhi.com. DO MAYWOOD DAVIS 612 William Hilton Parkway. 843-368-2839, www.maywooddavis.com.

MEDITERRANEAN HARBOUR You can be a meat lover or a vegetarian, with choices from Lebanese steaks, lamb, seafood, vegetables and gluten-free appetizers. Mediterranean Harbour Bar and Grill focuses on homemade recipes from Lebanon using ingredients such as olive oil, lemon juice, herbs and garlic. 13 Harbourside Lane, Unit B, Shelter Cove Harbour. 8429991, mediterraneanharbour.com. DO NEW YORK CITY PIZZA 28 Shelter Cove Lane, Suite 119, Shelter Cove Towne Centre. 843-785-4200. LD OLD OYSTER FACTORY With panoramic views overlooking Broad Creek, this Hilton Head landmark was voted one of the country’s “Top 100 Scenic View Restaurants” by OpenTable. It was also recently recommended in the “Off the Beaten Track” column of The Wall Street Journal. Wine Spectator magazine bestowed its “Award of Excellence” for the restaurant’s wine list and knowledge of wine. 101 Marshland Road. 843-681-6040. www.oldoysterfactory. com. DO ORANGE LEAF 38 Shelter Cove Lane, 843-

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DINING 689-5323, www.orangeleafyogurt.com. PAZZO 807 William Hilton Parkway in Plantation Center. 843-842-9463. LD POSEIDON 38 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Towne Centre. 843-341-3838, www. poseidonhhi.com. LDO RUAN THAI CUISINE I 81 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-7858576. LD SCOTT’S FISH MARKET RESTAURANT AND BAR 17 Harbour Side Lane. 843-7857575. D SAN MIGUEL’S 9 Shelter Cove Lane in Shelter Cove Harbour. 843-842-4555. www. sanmiguels.com. LD SANTA FE CAFÉ 807 William Hilton Parkway in Plantation Center. 843-7853838. LD SEA GRASS GRILLE 807 William Hilton Parkway. 843-785-9990. LD STARBUCKS 32 Shelter Cove Lane. 843842-4090. UP THE CREEK PUB & GRILL Broad Creek Marina, 18 Simmons Road. 843-681-3625. LDO WAYBACK BURGERS 32 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Towne Centre. 843-7852650, www.waybackburgers.com.

WORLD OF BEER 30 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Towne Centre. worldofbeer.com.

Boar’s Head meats and cheeses. 55 New Orleans Road, Fountain Center. 843-7855504. www.bessdeli.com. BL

XO SPORTS SPIRITS Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort in Palmetto Dunes. 843341-8080.

BIG BAMBOO CAFE 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Coligny Plaza. 843-686-3443, www. bigbamboocafe.com. LDO

YOADDICTION! 890 William Hilton Parkway. 843-341-3335.

BLACK MARLIN BAYSIDE GRILL AND HURRICANE BAR 86 Helmsman Way in Palmetto Bay Marina. 843-785-4950. LDS

HILTON HEAD SOUTH END

AMIGOS CAFE Y CANTINA 70 Pope Avenue. 843-785-8226. LD ANGLER’S BEACH MARKET GRILL 2 North Forest Beach Dr., 843-785-3474. LD ANNIE O’S 124 Arrow Road. 843-3412664. LD ASIAN BISTRO 51 New Orleans Road. 843686-9888. LD

BOMBORAS GRILLE An award-winning restaurant and bar, located steps away from the beach. Offering fresh and local Lowcountry ingredients paired with craft beers and wine. Bomboras Grille is open for lunch and dinner. A kids menu is available. The locals call them the BOMB. 5 Lagoon Road. 843-689-2662. LDO BAYLEY’S 130 Shipyard Drive. Sonesta Resort. 843-842-2400. BD

AUNT CHILADA’S EASY STREET CAFE 69 Pope Avenue. 843-785-7700. LD

BRITISH OPEN PUB 1000 William Hilton Parkway D3 in the Village at Wexford. 843686-6736. LDO

BEACH BREAK GRILL 24 Palmetto Bay Road, Suite F. 843-785-2466. LD

BULLIES BBQ 3 Regents Parkway. 843686-7427. LD

BESS’ DELICATESSEN AND CATERING Lunch specials include fresh homemade soups and assorted salads, and freshly oven-roasted turkey breast. Bess’ features

CALLAHAN’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL 49 New Orleans Road. 843-686-7665. LDO CAPTAIN WOODY’S Many restaurants

claim to be a favorite of locals. Speaking as locals, one of our favorites is Captain Woody’s. Owners Shannon and Russell Anderson made a good thing even better with their new location at 6 Target Road. Woody’s now offers more seating, an expanded menu and an attractive outdoor patio with an attached bar. 6 Target Road. 843-785-2400. www.captainwoodys.com. LDO CAROLINA CRAB COMPANY 86 Helmsman Way, Palmetto Bay Marina. 843-842-2016. LD CASEY’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILLE 37 New Orleans Road. 843-785-2255. LDO CATCH 22 37 New Orleans Plaza. 843-7856261. D CHARBAR CO. Executive chef Charles Pejeau’s burger creations have made this a local favorite, serving award-winning gourmet burgers, sandwiches, salads and more. 33 Office Park Rd., Suite 213. Park Plaza, 843-85-CHAR (2427). CHARLIE’S L’ETOILE VERTE A great place for a power lunch or a romantic dinner. Owner Charlie Golson and his son Palmer write the entire menu by hand each day, based on the freshest local seafood available. The dinner menu offers an array of 14

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Lowcountry Boil Wild-caught local shrimp, Andouille sausage, corn on the cob and red bliss potatoes. $21.99. Available at Old Oyster Factory.

fresh fish, rack of lamb, filet mignon and more. 8 New Orleans Road. 843-785-9277. www.charliesgreenstar.com.D CHOW DADDY’S Located in the old Dry Dock building on Executive Park Road, using local, organic ingredients with meals prepared to order. Featuring salad bowls, sandwiches, tacos, hot bowls, platters and other snacks. The daily happy hour is 4-6 p.m. 14B Executive Park Road, Hilton Head Island, 843-842-CHOW, www.chowdaddys. com. COAST Sea Pines Beach Club. 843-8421888. LD COLIGNY DELI & GRILL Coligny Plaza. 843-785-4440. LD CORKS NEIGHBORHOOD WINE BAR 11 Palmetto Bay Road. 843-671-7783. LD COWBOY BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Unit B6, The Village at Wexford. 843-715-3565, www. cowboybraziliansteakhouse.com. CQ’S 140A Lighthouse Lane. 843-6712779. LD CRANE’S TAVERN AND STEAKHOUSE 26 New Orleans Road. 843-341-2333. D CRAZY CRAB (HARBOUR TOWN) 149 Lighthouse Road. 843-363-2722. LD DELISHEE YO This is a hip hangout for

healthy locals and travelers of all ages. A colorful and refreshing art-filled oasis of fresh and healthy food. Dig into a custom combo froyo sundae, a super food smoothee, a big salad, a great green juice or a happy wrap. 32 Palmetto Bay Road in the Village Exchange. 843-785-3633. DOUGH BOYS PIZZA 1-B New Orleans Road. 843-686-2697. www.doughboyshhi.

com. LD DRYDOCK 840 William Hilton Pkwy., 843842-9775. LD EARLE OF SANDWICH PUB 1 North Forest Beach Drive in Coligny Plaza. 843-7857767. LD ELECTRIC PIANO 33 Office Park Road. 843785-5399. O FAT BABY’S 1034 William Hilton Parkway. 843-842-4200. LD FIESTA FRESH MEXICAN GRILL 51 New Orleans Road. 843-785-4788. LD FLATBREAD GRILL 2 North Forest Beach Drive, 843-341-2225, flatbreadgrillhhi.com. FRENCH KISS BAKERY Coligny Plaza, 1 North Forest Beach Drive. 843-687-5471. BL FROZEN MOO Coligny Plaza, 1 North Forest Beach Drive. 843-842-3131. FROSTY FROG CAFE 1 North Forest Beach in Coligny Plaza. 843-686-3764. LDO GRINGO’S DINER E-5, Coligny Plaza. 843785-5400. GRUBY’S NEW YORK DELI 890 William Hilton Parkway in the Fresh Market Shoppes. 843-842-9111. BL HARBOURSIDE BURGERS AND BREWS Harbour Town, Sea Pines Resort, 843-8421444, www.seapines.com. LD HARBOUR TOWN BAKERY AND CAFE Harbour Town, Sea Pines. 843-363-2021. BL HEYWARD’S 130 Shipyard Drive. Sonesta Resort. 843-842-2400. BD HILTON HEAD DINER 6 Marina Side Drive. 843-686-2400. BLDO HILTON HEAD BREWING COMPANY 7C Greenwood Drive (Reilley’s Plaza), Hilton April 2016 233

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Beef Shawarma Sandwich Slow-roasted marinated beef, tomatoes, onions, Mediterranean pickles and tahini on Lebanese bread. $10. Available at Mediterranean Harbour. Head Plaza. 843-785-3900. www.hhbrewingco.com.LD

SEAFOOD HOUSE 9 Palmetto Bay Road. 843-785-4955. D

HILTON HEAD ICE CREAM 55 New Orleans Road, #114. 843-852-6333.

LA HACIENDA 11 Palmetto Bay Road. 843842-4982. LD

HINCHEY’S CHICAGO BAR AND GRILL Circle Center, Pope Avenue. 843-686-5959. LDO

LAND’S END TAVERN South Beach Marina, Sea Pines. 843-671-5456. BLD

HINOKI OF KURAMA 37 New Orleans Road. 843-785-9800. LD

LINKS, AN AMERICAN GRILL Harbour Town Golf Links Clubhouse, Sea Pines. 843363-8380, www.linksamericangrill.com.

HOLY TEQUILA Holy Tequila offers a harmonizing blend of Mexican street food with new American flavors. Its inviting space features an open kitchen, an indoor/outdoor open-air seating area, a large tequila bar and a private tasting room. The menu features a wide variety of gourmet tacos, quesadillas, salads and small plates, all priced under $11; and a fully stocked bar with more than 40 premium tequilas, handcrafted specialty cocktails, Mexican beers and Spanish-inspired wines. 33 Office Park Road, Suite 228. 843-681-8226. LD

LIVE OAK 100 North Sea Pines Drive, 843842-1441, www.liveoaklowcountrycuisine. com

HUGO’S SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE 841 William Hilton Parkway. 843-785-4846. LD

LODGE BEER AND GROWLER BAR 7B Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Plaza. 843-842-8966. DO

IT’S GREEK TO ME 11 Lagoon Road in Coligny Plaza. 843-842-4033. LDO

MARKET STREET CAFE 12 Coligny Plaza. 843-686-4976. LD

JAVA BURRITO COMPANY 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. 843-842-5282. BLD

MARLEY’S ISLAND GRILLE 35 Office Park Road in Park Plaza. 843-686-5800. DO

JAZZ CORNER Village at Wexford. 843842-8620. DO

MELLOW MUSHROOM 33 Office Park Road in Park Plaza. 843-686-2474. www. mellowmushroom.com. LDO

JERSEY MIKE’S 11 Palmetto Bay Rd., Island Crossing. 843-341-6800. JUMP AND PHIL’S BAR AND GRILL 7 Greenwood Drive, Suite 3B. 843-7859070. LDO KENNY B’S FRENCH QUARTER CAFE 70 Pope Avenue in Circle Center. 843-7853315. BLDS KURAMA JAPANESE STEAK AND

LOCAL PIE Only the highest quality, regionally sourced ingredients go into these wood-fired, house-made pies. A local business, with local staff and local suppliers. 55 New Orleans Rd. 843-842-7437, info@ localpie.com. A LOWCOUNTRY BACKYARD 32 Palmetto Bay Road at The Village Exchange. 843-7859273. BLD

MI TIERRA (HILTON HEAD) 130 Arrow Road. 843-342-3409. LD MICHAEL ANTHONY’S CUCINA ITALIANA Now celebrating its 12th year in business, Michael Anthony’s has been recognized by OpenTable diners as one of the “Top 50 Italian Restaurants” in the United States.37 New Orleans Road. 843-785-6272, www.michael-anthonys.com.

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NEW YORK CITY PIZZA 81 Pope Avenue. 843-842-2227. LD

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NICK’S STEAK & SEAFOOD 9 Park Lane. 843-686-2920. D

REILLEY’S GRILL & BAR (SOUTH) 7D Greenwood Drive. 843-842-4414. LDO

OLE 86 Helmsman Way, Palmetto Bay Marina.

RELISH CAFE 33 Office Park Road, Park Plaza. 843-342-4800.

OMBRA CUCINA RUSTICA Popular local chef Michael Cirafesi and distinguished Philadelphia chef Nunzio Patruno have teamed up to open this upscale Italian restaurant in the Village at Wexford. Many dishes were created hundreds of years ago, passed down from generation to generation. All desserts, pastas and breads are made daily using natural and fresh ingredients imported from Italy. Village at Wexford. 843-842-5505. www.ombrahhi.com. D

RITA’S ITALIAN ICE 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Coligny Plaza. 843-686-2596, ritasice.com.

ONE HOT MAMA’S 7 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Plaza. 843-682-6262. LDSO PALMETTO BAY SUNRISE CAFÉ A breakfast favorite for both visitors and locals. The long line is worth the wait. Breakfast is served all day with eggs Benedict, all the expected offerings and many specials such as shrimp hash, Hamptons Brunch and crab wontons. 86 Helmsman Way in Palmetto Bay Marina. 843-686-3232. BL PHILLY’S CAFÉ AND DELI 102 Fountain Center, New Orleans Road. 843-785-9966. L PINO GELATO 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Village at Wexford. 843-842-2822. PLANTATION CAFÉ AND DELI (SOUTH) 81 Pope Avenue in Heritage Plaza. 843785-9020. BL POMODORI 1 New Orleans Road. 843686-3100. D THE PORCH Beach House hotel. 1 South Forest Beach Drive. 843-785-5126. BLD PORTER & PIG Quality beer, proprietary cocktails and select wines with accompanying charcuterie, cheeses and shared plates. 1000 William Hilton Parkway, The Village at Wexford. 843-715-3224. www.porter-pig. com. D

ROY’S PLACE Special menu items such as kosher, organic, gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian menus are available. 33 Office Park Rd., 843-785-4646, www.roysplacehhi.com. SALTY DOG CAFE One of Hilton Head’s favorite outdoor cafes for more than 20 years. Fresh seafood. Located at South Beach Marina, overlooking Braddock Cove. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available. Live music and children’s entertainment nightly during the season. South Beach Marina Village, Sea Pines Resort. 843-671-7327. www.saltydog.com. LD SAGE ROOM 81 Pope Ave., Heritage Plaza. 843-785-5352. D SEA SHACK 6 Executive Park Drive. 843785-2464. LD SIGNALS LOUNGE 130 Shipyard Drive, Sonesta Resort. 843-842-2400. SIGNE’S BAKERY & CAFE 93 Arrow Road. 843-785-9118. BLS SKILLETS CAFÉ Coligny Plaza. 843-7853131. BLD THE SMOKEHOUSE 34 Palmetto Bay Road. 842-4227. BLDO SOUTHERN CONEY & BREAKFAST 70 Pope Avenue in Circle Center. 843-6892447. BL SPIRIT OF HARBOUR TOWN 843-3639026. www.vagabondcruise.com. STACK’S PANCAKES OF HILTON HEAD 2 Regency Parkway. 843-341-3347. BLD STARBUCKS (SOUTH) 11 Palmetto Bay Road. 843-341-5477. STEAMERS 28 Coligny Plaza. 843-7852070. LD

PURE NATURAL MARKET 1012 William Hilton Parkway. 843-342-7873. BL

STELLINI 15 Executive Park Road. 843-7857006. D

QUARTERDECK 149 Lighthouse Road, Harbour Town, Sea Pines. 843-842-1999. LDO

STU’S SURFSIDE 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Coligny Plaza. 843-686-7873. LD

RED FISH Upscale dining at its finest. Head chef Chaun Bescos takes advantage of his close relationship with local growers and farmers markets, tailoring Red Fish’s menu around the foods that are in season. The result is an eclectic blend of seafood, steaks, fresh fruit and local vegetables. 8 Archer Road. 843-686-3388. www.redfisho

THE STUDIO 20 Executive Park Road. 843785-6000. D SUNSET SLUSH 81 Pope Avenue, 843785-7851. SWEET CAROLINA CUPCAKES 1 N. Forest Beach Drive. 843-342-2611. TIKI HUT 1 South Forest Beach Drive at the April 2016 235

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Carpaccio Di Manzo Thinly sliced raw Piedmontese beef, arugula, extra-virgin olive oil, shaved Parmigia. $15. Available at OMBRA Cucina Rustica. Beach House. 843-785-5126. OLD TOPSIDE WATERFRONT RESTAURANT Harbour Town, Sea Pines. 843-842-1999.D TRATTORIA DIVINA 33 Office Park Rd. 843-686-4442. D TRUFFLES CAFE (SEA PINES) Fresh local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups and garden salads. 71 Lighthouse Road, Sea Pines Center. 843671-6136, www/trufflescafe.com. LD VINE 1 North Forest Beach Drive in Coligny Plaza. 843-686-3900. LD WATUSI A place for breakfast, lunch and coffee. The cafe’s interior mirrors a warm, cozy living room where families and friends can gather and enjoy food in a casual home-style setting. 71 Pope Ave. 843-6865200. www.islandwatusi.com. BL WHICH WICH? 70 Pope Ave., Suite 13. 843-715-9424, www.whichwich.com WILD WING CAFÉ 72 Pope Ave. 843-7859464. LDO WINE AND CHEESE IF YOU PLEASE 24 Palmetto Bay Road, Suite. G. 843-8421200. WRECK OF THE SALTY DOG South Beach Marina Village, Sea Pines. 843-671-7327. D

THE BLUFFTON ROOM 15 Promenade St., 843-757-3525, www.theblufftonroom. com. D THE BRICK CHICKEN 1011 Fording Island Road in the Best Buy Shopping Center. 843836-5040. LDO THE BRITISH OPEN PUB 1 Sherington Drive, Suite G, 843-815-6736. LDO BUFFALOS RESTAURANT 476 Mount Pelia Road inside Palmetto Bluff. 843-706-6500. LD BURNIN’ DOWN SOUTH 198 Okatie Village Drive, Suite 108. 843-705-2453. LD BUTCHER’S MARKET AND DELI 102 Buckwalter Parkway, Suite 3-G. 843815-6328. BLD CAHILL’S MARKET & CHICKEN KITCHEN 1055 May River Road. 843-757-2921. LD CAPTAIN WOODY’S Many restaurants claim to be a favorite of locals. Speaking as locals, one of our favorites is Captain Woody’s. 17 State of Mind St. in the Calhoun Street Promenade. 843-757-6222. www.captainwoodys.com. LDO CHEAP SEATS TAVERN 2 142 Burnt Church Road., 843-837-3287 LD

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CHEEBURGER CHEEBURGER 108 Buckwalter Parkway. 843-837-2433. LD

AGAVE SIDE BAR 13 State of Mind St. 843757-9190. LD

CHIPOTLE Tanger I Outlet Center. 843-8362442, chipotle.com. LD

AMIGOS BELFAIR (BLUFFTON) 133 Towne Drive. 843-815-8226. LD

CHOO CHOO BBQ XPRESS 129 Burnt Church Road. 843-815-7675. LDO

BACKWATER BILL’S 20 Hampton Lake Drive. 843-875-5253. LDO

CHOW DADDY’S This new restaurant is using local, organic ingredients with meals prepared to order. The menu features salad bowls, sandwiches, tacos, hot bowls, platters and other snacks. The daily happy hour is 4-6 p.m. 15 Towne Drive, Belfair Towne Village, 843-842-CHOW, chowdaddys.com.

BLUFFTON BBQ 11 State of Mind St. 843757-7427, blufftonbbq.com. LD BLUFFTON FAMILY SEAFOOD HOUSE 27 Dr. Mellichamp Drive. 843-757-4010. LD 236 hiltonheadmonthly.com

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CLAUDE & ULI’S BISTRO 1533 Fording Island Road. 843837-3336. LD COCONUTS BAR & GRILLE 39 Persimmon St. 843-757-0602. DO CORKS NEIGHBORHOOD WINE BAR 1297 May River Road. 843-815-5168. DO CORNER PERK CAFE 1297 May River Road. 843-816-5674, cornerperk.com. BL THE COTTAGE CAFE, BAKERY AND TEA ROOM38 Calhoun St. 843-757-0508. www.thecottagebluffton.com. BL THE DEPOT 15 Captains Cove Rd., 843-837-1893, thedepotbluffton.com/ DOWNTOWN DELI 27 Dr. Mellichamp Drive. 843-815-5005. BL EL SUPER INTERNACIONAL 33 Sherington Drive. 843-8158113. LD FARM 1301 May River Road, www.farmbluffton.com FAT PATTIES AND SALT MARSH BREWING 207 Bluffton Road, 843-379-1500, fat-patties.com FIREHOUSE SUBS 32 Malphrus Road, #109. 843-815-7827. LD FIESTA FRESH MEXICAN GRILL 876 Fording Island Road (U.S. 278), Suite 1. 843-706-7280. LD GIUSEPPI’S PIZZA AND PASTA 25 Bluffton Road. 843-815-9200. LD HANA SUSHI AND JAPANESE FUSION 1534 Fording Island Road. 843-837-3388. hanasushifusion. com LD HINCHEY’S CHICAGO BAR & GRILL 104 Buckwalter Place, Suite 1A. 843-836-5909. LD HOGSHEAD KITCHEN AND WINE BAR 1555 Fording Island Road. 843-837-4647. ISLAND BAGEL & DELI Sheridan Park. 843-815-5300. BL JAMESON’S CHARHOUSE 671 Cypress Hills Drive, Sun City. 843-705-8200. LD JIM ‘N NICK’S BAR-B-Q 872 Fording Island Road. 843-7069741. LD JUICE HIVE 14 Johnston Way. 843-757-2899. KATIE O’DONNELL’S 1008 Fording Island Road (Kittie’s Crossing). 843-815-5555. LDO KELLY’S TAVERN 11B Buckingham Plantation Drive. 843837-3353. BLDO KOBE JAPANESE RESTAURANT 30 Plantation Park Drive. 843-757-6688. LD LONGHORN Inside Tanger I. 843-705-7001. LD LOS JALAPENO’S MEXICAN GRILL The Bridge Center. 843-837-2333. LD LOWCOUNTRY FLOWER GIRLS Berkeley Place. 843-8372253. MAY RIVER GRILL 1263 May River Road. 843-757-5755. LD MELLOW MUSHROOM 872 Fording Island Road. 843-7060800. mellowmushroom.com. LDO April 2016 237

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Wood-fired, house-made pies made with regionally sourced ingredients. Available Local Pie.

MIDNIGHT BAKER 14 Promenade St. 843-815-5355. LB MI TIERRA 27 Dr. Mellichamp Drive. 843-757-7200. LD MI TIERRITA 214 Okatie Village Drive. 843-705-0925. LD MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL 3 Malphrus Road. 843-8378722. LD MULBERRY STREET TRATTORIA 1476 Fording Island Road. 843-837-2426.LDS NAPOLI BISTRO PIZZERIA & WINE BAR 68 Bluffton Road. 843-706-9999. LD

RUAN THAI CUISINE II 26 Towne Drive, Belfair Town Village. 843-757-9479. LD SAIGON CAFE 1304 Fording Island Road. 843-837-1800. BLD SAKE HOUSE 1017 Fording Island Road, Suite 105. 843706-9222. LD SIGLER’S ROTISSERIE 12 Sheridan Park Circle. 843-8155030. D

NEO 326 Moss Creek Village. 843-837-5111. LD

SOUTHERN BARREL BREWING CO. 375 Buckwalter Place Blvd. 843-837-2337, southernbarrelbrewingco.com.

OLD TOWN DISPENSARY 15 Captains Cove. 843-837-1893. LDO

SQUAT N’ GOBBLE 1231 May River Road. 843-757-4242. BLD

OROBELLO’S BISTRO & PIZZERIA 103 Buckwalter Place, Unit 108. 843-837-5637, www.orobellosbluffton.com. LDO

STOOGES CAFE 25 Sherington Drive. 843-706-6178. BL

OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE 100 Buckwalter Place. 843-7579888. LD

TRUFFLES CAFE Fresh local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups and garden salads. 91 Towne Drive Belfair Towne Village. 843-815-5551. truffle cafe.com. LD

PANDA CHINESE RESTAURANT 25 Bluffton Road. 843-815-6790. LD

WALNUTS CAFÉ 70 Pennington Drive in Sheridan Park. 843815-2877. BLS

THE PEARL A kitchen and bar, just opened recently in Old Town. 55 Calhoun St., 843-757-5511.

WILD WING CAFÉ (BLUFFTON) 1188 Fording Island Road. 843-837-9453. LD

POUR RICHARD’S 4376 Bluffton Parkway. 843-757-1999. DO

ZEPPLIN’S BAR & GRILL Inside Station 300. 25 Innovation Drive. 843-815-2695. LDO

R BAR 70 Pennington Drive. 843-757-7264. LD

ZOES KITCHEN Tanger I Outlet Center. 843-837-5410. LD

RED FISH Upscale dining at its finest. Head chef Chaun Bescos takes advantage of his close relationship with local growers and farmers markets, tailoring Red Fish’s menu around foods in season. 32 Bruin Road, 843-837-8888. LD

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RED STRIPES CARIBBEAN CUISINE AND LOUNGE 8 Pin Oak Street. 843-757-8111. LDO RIVER HOUSE RESTAURANT 476 Mount Pelia Road in Palmetto Bluff. 843-706-6500. LD

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LAST CALL

And who is going to pay for all of that? MARC FREY

mfrey@freymedia.com

PROMISES, PROMISES, PROMISES… We heard them all: Affordable healthcare for all, free community college, a 1,900-mile-long wall on the southern border, $15 minimum wage, deporting 11 million hard-working Latinos, strengthening our nuclear and non-nuclear military capabilities, carpet bombing ISIS, etc.

A sustainable democratic free market system has to be fair and benefit all contributors, not just a few.

SOUND OFF Please send your comments to mfrey@freymedia.com. I would like to get your feedback on this idea.

never fails to amaze me how many things are being promised by presidential hopefuls without telling us exactly how we are going to pay for all of it. If you believe “The Donald,” Mexico will at least pay for the wall (which of course is not going to happen), and if you are feeling “The Bern,” the 1 percent will pay for most of it — never mind that his proposed tax reforms will not pass unless Congress shifts to a Democratic majority. The stark reality is quite different. It is you and me who are going to pay for it – unless we irrationally continue to drive the growing deficit into new stratospheres, in which case Trump as president would come in handy since he could use his experience to bankrupt the country and leave investors and debtors hanging… The rise of Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump’s popularity is rooted in the same truth: A large part of the population feels that the system is rigged against them and unfortunately, they are right. Let’s take a look at our current tax system and who is actually paying the bill: 40 percent of American households pay no federal income taxes — but they may pay local and state taxes, sales taxes and payroll taxes (to support Medicare and Social Security). Back in 1935, the share of the total federal income tax revenue between corporations and individuals used to be 50-50. Since then, the corporate portion fell to 23 percent in 2005 and is estimated to be 19 percent in 2015, mostly due to lower corporate taxes but more disturbingly because U.S. corporations started sheltering large parts of their income and cash holdings abroad. (However, keep in mind that with each payroll deduction from a wage, every company writes a check in the equal amount that goes to support Medicare and Social Security.) Two decades ago, the tax rate for the 400 highest earning U.S. taxpayers used to be 27 percent. In 2012 — when Obama got re-elected — it has fallen to

17 percent. It is the hard-working middle class that is paying the majority of the federal taxes, because the lower-wage earners don’t contribute and because companies and billionaires found clever ways to minimize their tax load. So what is the solution? How about some of the following: • A simple wealth tax — a very small percentage charged against the total assets (successfully implemented in other countries). • Make foreigners who are using the U.S. as a tax haven pay taxes on their U.S.-based assets and income. • Make U.S. and foreign-based companies pay a tax on their U.S.-generated revenue and their U.S. holdings. To be clear, as an entrepreneur who puts his own money at risk, I’m very much a capitalist. But considering that the economy has doubled in the past three decades while wages have stagnated and the minimum wage is still at 1968 levels, it has become evident that the creation of wealth has very much benefited the top few, while at the same their share of the tax burden has decreased. A sustainable democratic free market system has to be fair and benefit all contributors, not just a few. We have to find a balance so that the tide can lift all boats. M

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