Hilton Head Monthly September 2012

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CONTENTS September 2012 Departments

He’s got the world on a (six) string:

6 At the Helm/About the Cover 8 The Big Picture 10 The Vibe

Craig Coyne

20 Column: Over Medium

By Tim Wood 24 Your Neighbors: Social Spotlight

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22 Your Neighbors: Profile Laura Morgan wants you to do the LoCo Motion.

By Marie McAden 26 Business: Spotlight For one local, success has 26 letters.

By Sally Mahan 30 Business: On the Move 34 Column: Money Report

By Steven Weber

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The Vibe: Coligny’s next wave Hilton Head’s “downtown” gets closer to a fresh (and much-needed) new look.

But some business owners are accusing the town of turning its back on a private partnership.

By Sally Mahan Special advertising section: Properties in Paradise Now is the time to land your rental home, but you’ll need help milking this cash cow properly.

By Bob Casey

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City Guide: Two towns, five ways There’s too much to be seen on Hilton Head and in Bluffton with just one set of eyes. So we’ve enlisted five: a foodie, an athlete, an art lover, a naturalist and a family guy.

By Todd Ballantine, Sally KerrDineen, Craig Hysell, Roslyn Farhi, and Barry Kaufman Bridal Guide 2012 Get inspired for your big day as area planners share some of the dream weddings they made happen, plus we click through our very own Pinterest.

By Leah McCarthy, Robyn Passante

90 At Home: Home Discovery Owners of Spring Island retreat find new joy in repurposed materials.

By Gwyneth Saunders 108 Health: Eating disorders The subtle difference between eating disorders and disordered eating.

By Debi Lynes 113 Golfer’s Guide Edited by Lance Hanlin 125 Lowcountry Calendar 140 Music: Craig Coyne Up close and personal with one of the island’s most prolific musicians.

By Courtney Hampson 142 Up After Dark 143 Where to Eat 160 Last Call

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Every day a new adventure

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ou think you know a place.

You live here for 25 years, you feel like you have the lay of the land, you cultivate the properly local “been there, done that” attitude, and then something amazing comes along, and suddenly you look just a little closer at the place where you live.

It’s been a running joke around the Monthly offices for years that I have a certain phobia about crossing the bridge. It doesn’t have anything to do with the bridge itself or some kind of hydrophobia on my part.

Really, it came down to a giant misconception that I’d carried around for years. Namely, that Hilton Head Island was the center of the universe and anything beyond that bridge wasn’t worth seeing. Don’t get me wrong, I still would rather live in Hilton Head than anywhere else in the world. It’s just that my eyes have been opened a little.

A few weeks back, I was able to visit the Bluffton Farmer’s Market for the first time.

And with that one magical encounter, my world got a little bigger. Suddenly, the boundaries of paradise were expanded, stretching now from the elegant manors of Hilton Head to the quaint shops of Calhoun Street.

The music of my universe now included the cheering voices of Bobcat nation. It can’t replace the swell of waves along Hilton Head’s

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PRESIDENT Anuska Frey afrey@hiltonheadmonthly.com PUBLISHER Lori Goodridge-Cribb lori@hiltonheadmonthly.com EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Barry Kaufman barry@hiltonheadmonthly.com GOLFER’S GUIDE EDITOR Lance Hanlin lhanlin@golfersguide.com ART DIRECTOR Jeremy Swartz jeremy@hiltonheadmonthly.com DESIGN Charles Grace

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gorgeous beaches in my heart, but I’m learning to make room for it.

Hilton Head Island is and will always be my home and my paradise. But now I understand why Bluffton has equally captivated so many.

Whichever side of the bridge you live on, we hope our City Guide helps you take a closer look at your paradise.

P.S. Look for me and editor Barry Kaufman Sept. 18 at Bartending for Boobies at One Hot Mama’s. M

ABOUT THE COVER Our City Guide cover invites you to look closer both literally and figuratively. Just as looking closer at the place where you live can yield countless surprises, so can looking closer at the 4,000 photos that comprise this image. As we drew images from the Monthly archives and our photos from the last year’s worth of magazines, odds are good that you made our cover this month!

Original image by John Brackett, John Brackett Photography, mosaic created using AndreaMosaic.

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Roslyn Farhi, Lance Hanlin, Courtney Hampson, Craig Hysell, Sally Kerr-Dineen, Debi Lynes, Sally Mahan, Marie McAden, Leah McCarthy, Robyn Passante, Gwyneth Saunders, Brad Swope, Debbie Szpanka, Steven Weber, Tim Wood ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVES Rebecca Verbosky rebecca@hiltonheadmonthly.com 843-842-6988, ext. 239 Jane Higdon jane@hiltonheadmonthly.com 843-842-6988, ext. 242 Joy Vinson joy@hiltonheadmonthly.com 843-842-6988, ext. 228 Archie Karijanian archie@hiltonheadmonthly.com 843-384-9544 Gordon Deal gordon@hiltonheadmonthly.com 843-301-1132

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Jeff Ussery popped the question to his girlfriend Margaret Moseley last June on a spit of sand on the Calibogue Sound.

Jeff’s brother John buried a box containing the proposal in the sand, then hung back in a boat as the couple went digging for treasure. They were married this past February.

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We invite you to send in your own beautiful photos of the Lowcountry for the next Big Picture. Photos can be sent to jeremy@hiltonheadmonthly.com with a resolution of 300 dpi and a size of at least 12”x20” File too large to email? CDs or thumb drives can be dropped off in person at the Monthly offices, 52 New Orleans Road, third floor, Hilton Head Island.

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It all starts right here.

At left, the development of the Coligny area as recently presented to Town Council. Inset, the plans submitted in 2011 that would have advanced a public/private partnership. While the new plans bring a much-needed facelift to the area, some feel the private sector has been left out of development.

Coligny’s next wave The town and private sector spar over plans for Hilton Head’s “downtown.”

STORY BY SALLY MAHAN

WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS? Head to our website, www. hiltonheadmonthly.com, to view the full version of this story, including quotes from USCB’s Jane Upshaw, full-sized renderings of both the new and 2011 plans, and your chance to weigh in on the plans for Coligny.

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or years, islanders have pondered one simple question: What are we going to do with Coligny? With a recent decision by Town Council, it would seem we have an answer. But with that answer comes more questions.

While the renovated beach entrance is a success, other areas could use a facelift. Some of the buildings in the area are more than 20 years old, a lifetime when you factor in sun and salt air. Streetscaping in the area is in need of a boost. And as anyone who has driven to the Coligny area can attest, parking is at a premium during the tourist season.

However, opinions differ between the town and the private sector on what direction revitalization should take. Should there be parking structures, more parking lots or additional on-street parking? How

about a hotel? Are more restaurants, housing or retail needed? What form should revitalization take to not only make the area more attractive, but also to spur economic development?

The issue is especially pressing now because the town has to meet a December 2014 deadline to spend about $6.5 million in TIF funds on the area. A TIF, or tax increment financing district, is a funding method to pay for public projects in blighted areas.

BACK IN THE DAY Revitalization of the Coligny corridor is not a new concept, but one that’s been under discussion for the last 20-plus years.

In 1989, the Cross Island Parkway was approved for construction. Between that time and when it opened in 1997, there was much discussion between

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town officials and local business about how the Cross Island would “create a new gateway to the heart of the island, a boulevard to the sea, a bridge to the beach,” said Tom Crews, an architect on Hilton Head for more than 20 years, who has been involved in discussions about the future of the island through those years.

In 1998, then-Mayor Tom Peeples created a task force to look at revitalization in various areas on Hilton Head. Sessions called “charettes” were held, where solutions to design issues were discussed by residents, architects, business owners, Town Council members, the mayor and others.

“Over the years, we developed this concept of what ‘downtown’ Hilton Head Island should be,” said Crews. “We all agreed that this would be a significant gathering place for interaction between residents and visitors, that it would be very walk-able with the components of what we think of as urban today. And the focus was always on redevelopment that would engage both the public and private sector.”

THE PRIVATE/PUBLIC PLAN In 2010, the town revisited redevelopment of the approximately 18 acres of public property in the Coligny area.

J.R. Richardson, owner of Coligny Plaza, hired Wood+Partners to develop conceptual plans for the area with the goal of a public/private partnership.

Richardson, via Wood+Partners, submitted a proposal to the town in the fall of 2011.

To the west of Pope Avenue between Sea Pines and Coligny circles, the plan called for a four-story hotel and a 450-space parking garage on town-owned property; on-street parking; streetscaping; a park/central event space with water features: and commercial and residential space. It also called for an extension of Nassau Street, hooking it up to Tanglewood.

On the east side of Pope Avenue, the plan called for walking and biking paths; a 315-space parking garage; additional street parking; outdoor plazas; and pedestrian links to Coligny Beach. Another proposed action in the plan was to tear down and redevelop Coligny Plaza for new retail, dining and residential space. To make that happen, the town would have given

PARK POV We posted the plans seen here on our Facebook page a few days before council voted and asked readers for their thoughts. Below are a few responses.

ANOTHER park. Yaaaay. :@/ - Colleen B. Band shell, yes. Everything else, no.

- Krysten G. Agreed...stop the circles already; we're getting dizzy - Linda K. I think it keeps with the feel of HHI pretty well. Not sure about the circle, though.

It's not that major an intersection. Nassau is what most of us think of as the entrance to Bi-Lo. I think the entrance to the beach parking lot there is pretty unattractive right now. I see they are going to connect that over and make a new South Lagoon Rd and tear down the old restaurant/temporary fire station. I think these are improvements.

- Matthew B.

Richardson property across Pope Avenue near the site of the hotel for retail space.

The town wasn’t receptive to some of the elements of the plan.

“I question the wisdom of flowing public funds to the magnitude that would be required to make something that would be attractive to J.R. (Richardson),” said Hilton Head Mayor Drew Laughlin. “I hear him consistently saying that what’s there is functioning well and is successful. Unless you just want something that looks different, I’m not sure what you’re accomplishing there. I like Coligny Plaza. I kind of like a beach-y feel.”

THE TOWN’S PLAN The town also created conceptual plans for the area, which were recently approved as a jumping off point by the Town Council.

To the west of Pope Avenue between Sea Pines and Coligny circles, the town plan calls for

a University of South Carolina-Beaufort Hilton Head building; extension of Nassau Street and Lagoon Road with on-street parking on both; on-street parking on South Forest Beach; a park/event space (albeit a smaller one than the Richardson plan); and streetscaping and park structures that could possibly take some of the current spaces at the free parking lot near Coligny Beach.

“I think if you look at plans as far as they deal with town-owned property, the differences aren’t all that dramatic,” said Laughlin. “Some of us started asking why we should invest public funds for redevelopment of a successful shopping center that’s fully leased and commands high rent.”

Mark Baker, of Wood+Partners, said one significant difference in the plans is the scale of the proposed central park.

“Many cities have recognized that parks and recreation play a vital role in revitalization,” he said. “They’ve seen that with the Beaufort waterfront, the (Falls Park) in Greenville and Waterfront Park in Charleston. All three are great, civic open spaces that have led to development surrounding them. This is an opportunity for a primary civic open space for the south island, which is very much needed.

There should be playgrounds, interactive water features. It could also be a host site for special events and festivals.

“This whole concept is very important and would have a ripple effect on the economy. It’s like a pebble in a pond.”

Crews, meanwhile, said he’s very disappointed in the town’s response to the private/ public plan.

“All this time, we’ve been focused on redevelopment that would engage the public and private sectors. That was the case until a few weeks ago when the town unveiled its plan,” he said.

“The town has turned its back on the private sector. For many years we’ve had a cooperative spirit between the public and private sector. The whole stated goal was to bring more people into the area, but they want lipstick landscaping.”

Laughlin, however, said that the numbers don’t add up.

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Who are your hall of famers?

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he people of Hilton Head have been historically devoted to charity and contributing to the betterment of our community. They give their time and resources to the island, receiving little recognition in return, until now. After years of discussion, these philanthropists and visionaries will be officially honored in a new Hilton Head Hall of Fame.

The Hall of Fame is being created

by The Hilton Head Rotary Club and will honor those who have had a lasting impact on the community.

Those first to be honored will be announced at a special event on Nov. 1 at the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. “The idea generated from the president of the Rotary Club,” said Hank Noble, chairman of the Hall of Fame committee for the Rotary Club. For years there have been discussions between several groups about starting a Hall of

Fame for the island. The Rotary seems to have the capacity to get the job done.

Honorees must come from the 20th and 21st centuries only, and can be living or dead. They can live anywhere but must have had a positive, direct, and lasting impact on the island.

“We want to identify our legendary heroes, those people whose contribution to Hilton Head and its residents has had a significant impact on life in this community,” said Noble. “We’re looking for people who have made their mark in a very significant way.”

This can include, for example, people who have created infrastructure, education systems, or cultural organizations that have made life more pleasurable for Hilton Head citizens.

Anyone is allowed to submit nominations for the Hall of Fame.

The form to do so is available at

www.hiltonhead islandhalloffame.com or on the Hilton Head Rotary website at www.hiltonheadrotary.org.

The last day to submit nominations is Sept. 28.

An anonymous group of community members will choose the inductees into the Hall of Fame, the location of which is expected to be at the Coastal Discovery Museum. Initially, they are looking to induct about one to three people, adding more each year. The announcement of the first inductees will be at the Legends of the Lowcountry Concert at 6 p.m.

Nov. 1 at the Westin. Tickets for the event are $50 and will include hearty appetizers and a

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jazz concert.

In the future, the Rotary is considering adding a historically significant section, but wanted to start with people who have affected modern Hilton Head.

Noble is proud to have the opportunity to honor those who have made the island a better place. “We try to do good things in the world and locally, and this seems to be one of those things we could get done locally.”

September is shagging season

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ancing, specifically fast dancing, is ers, and take occasional junkets to out-of-town Shag not only fun ... it’s healthy. And when Dances throughout the Southeast. you dance with a dance club the fun is Don’t know how to Shag Dance? That’s no problem. enhanced with weekly dances, theme parties and From September to May, the club conducts weekly lesout-of-town junkets. sons at all skill levels on Tuesday evenings at Remy’s.

The Hilton Head Island Carolina Shag Club was Lessons begin at 5:45 p.m. for beginners and last founded in 1994 to promote Carolina Shag dancing, a 45 minutes. Sessions are for six weeks with advancsouthern mutation of swing dancing that is ing classes at 6:30, 7:15 and 8 p.m. For the state dance of South Carolina. details on lessons, see the club’s website: Hilton Head Carolina Shag Club begins Currently, the 300 members dance hhishag.com.

2012-13 lessons Friday nights at Remy’s (6-9 p.m.), partake Want to join the fun? Go to the weband activities Sept. 4 of five theme parties a year, sponsor an site, fill out the membership application, at Remy’s on Hilton annual weekend Shag Dance event at the Head Island. For more send it (plus $25) to the address on Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa in information visit www. the form, and you’re in. Membership hhishag.com. Lessons includes free lessons for the entire year.

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And the winners are...

Monthly said goodbye to summer with a pair of awesome contests exclusively on our website, www.hiltonheadmonthly.com. The first, our Concours Poster Contest, drew hundreds of responses and ultimately crowned Malina Omut the winner. Their knockout poster, seen at left, will be the official poster of the Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival and Concours d’Elegance. Plus, just for voting, Suzie Troia was randomly chosen to win two tickets to the Concours.

Our second contest was the Sofa Challenge, which pitted three amazing area designers against one another to turn the sofa in the Monthly employee lounge from “ho hum” to “homina homina homina.” All three designs were stunning, but ultimately only one could win. And hundreds of votes later, one did: Group 3, whose design can be seen at right. Plus, just for voting, Vonna Burke took home a $75 gift certificate to The Jazz Corner.

Congratulations!

Town, Shipyard are teaming up to bust gator myths

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lligators are protected by both state and federal law, but still need our help. Every year on Hilton Head Island, alligators are destroyed because of their interactions with humans.

Many of these interactions occur because some people feed or harass them. Because of this, Shipyard Plantation and the Town of Hilton Head Island are working together to produce educational materials that will be distributed throughout the island so that residents and visitors learn to understand and respect our alligators. This program will hopefully help to keep both people and alligators out of harm’s way.

You can help us protect our alligators by

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avoiding close interaction with them. They can move very quickly, especially when they are warm, so never approach an alligator closer than 60 feet. Don’t harass an alligator or swim in water (or let your pets swim in water) known to be alligator habitat. And above all, never feed an alligator. Alligators fed by people come to expect food with each human encounter, and if they don’t get it, may act aggressively. Since alligators are experts at finding their way home when relocated, any alligators deemed to be aggressive are shot rather than relocated.

If you are interested in partnering in the education program to promote public safety and alligator protection, contact Sally Krebs at the Town of Hilton Head Island by calling 843-341-4690 or emailing sallyk@hiltonheadislandsc.gov.

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19 Number of inductees in the first class of the Hilton Head Monthly Reader’s Choice Award Hall of Fame. To get in, a business had to have won in that year and have earned five or more total awards since we started doing this in 1999. Who will join this year’s class?

Check out the ballot on page 49

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Continued from page 11 The town hired Genesis Consulting Group of Columbia in early 2012 to analyze the economic impact of the plans for redevelopment in the Coligny corridor.

On July 3, the Genesis Group presented its findings to the Town Council, and said it found that the return on the extensive redevelopment proposed by the private sector would not be significant enough to justify the expense.

However, Crews said the town posed a narrow question when asking for the economic analysis. “(The analysis) really has no value,” he said. “They (Genesis) were only looking at potential increased private sector taxes and didn’t take into account the economic potential for surrounding areas and increased taxes due to increased value.”

But Laughlin said he expects private redevelopment to follow.

“If we go with the current con-

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AIRPORT LENGTHENING HELPS FEW, HURTS MANY There is overwhelming evidence that has been reported in the news media for at least the past seven years, first by prominent regional newspapers and now by the national press, including The Wall Street Journal and the New York Times, that regional jets are being removed from service because they are economically infeasible and are being replaced by turboprop aircraft that are both more economical to operate and easier to maintain. They can also fly the 1,000mile routes that have been served by regional jets.

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cept, it will make the area so much more attractive, and make private property owners more willing to invest.”

PARKING, PARKING, PARKING No matter what happens, all parties agree that parking is an issue in the Coligny corridor.

“A significant change (from the private to the town plan) is that it doesn’t include structured parking. So the plan really needs to evolve to look at more parking,” said Baker of Wood+Partners.

“Whatever redevelopment occurs, we need to work to preserve the pedestrian characteristics. The real question is how do we get the parking that we need? This is a very important infrastructure investment.”

Laughlin said parking is an issue the town will be examining, adding that he believes under the town plan there will be enough street parking with the extension of Nassau Street and Lagoon Road, in addition to creating street parking economic shift that is causing the airline industry to shed both their jet planes and their routes, and to close or downsize terminals in a number of cities throughout the U.S. Delta Airlines discontinued service to Hilton Head on the same night that the combined councils approved lengthening the Hilton Head Airport runway. What has not been reported in our local media is that Delta, on the same day, ceased to provide service to three other U.S. airports all having runways longer than Hilton Head, several with runways of 8,000 feet. Last week, Delta shed its Comair regional jet division in Cincinnati. Clearly, this is a shift in their business plan to concentrate on longer, more profitable, routes and is not based on runway length, as many on Hilton Head would have us believe.

The News Tribune in Tacoma, Wash., reported on Dec. 1, 2005, that

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He also said that parking structures don’t fit in with the aesthetics of Hilton Head Island.

“J.R. (Richardson) would like to see that, and he does have parking issues at Coligny Plaza. But most of us want to avoid a parking garage if possible. It’s one thing to have a parking garage in the middle of a city, but it’s another thing to have one at the beach.”

THE FINAL WORD While the plan for redevelopment works its way through the various government boards, there will likely be changes in store.

There will also continue to be people for and against both the private and the public plans.

Hilton Head Town Councilwoman Kim Likins, who represents Coligny-area residents in Ward 4, said her constituents are against the public/private plan. “I don’t think I’ve spoken to one property owner in favor of it,” she said.

“They say, ‘We live on Forest Beach SeaTac-based regional airline “Horizon Air cancelled commitments last month for new regional jets and substituted orders for 12 more Bombardier Q400 turboprops. Horizon Air executives say changing competitive conditions and the airlines’ regional route structure make buying the big turboprops a smart move.”

On Sept. 3, 2010, the San Francisco Chronicle reported that, “the 50-seat jets once prized by carriers like Delta Airlines Inc. are being culled from U.S. fleets as higher fuel and maintenance bills make them too expensive to fly.”

There are those voices that suggest that the runway needs to be lengthened to the maximum ASAP in order to accommodate regional jets. Even if regional jets could operate with a full load from a 5,400-foot runway, which aircraft manufacturers specifications indicate they cannot, there is no indication from the airlines that

because we love the forest and the beach.’ They love the beach-feel and the casual atmosphere.”

She also has faith that Richardson was not only looking out for his best interests, but also the interests of the community.

“He was trying to do something good, and was willing to pour millions of dollars into this,” said Likins. “But when we saw the scale of it, we got nervous. So we backed away. But we’re hoping our plans, particularly with USCB, work out.

It would be great to have USCB there. I think that would bring even more vitality to the area.”

But Crews said there is so much more that could be done in the Coligny corridor.

“I applaud the fact that they are doing something down there, but it falls so short of the potential,” he said. “It just flies in the face of decades of work.”

Editor’s note: To read the full version of this story, including comments from USCB’s Jane Upshaw, visit www.hiltonheadmonthly.com. they would make such a move. In fact all evidence suggests the opposite.

Additionally, U.S. Airways operates turboprop aircraft from 56 airports.

There is no reason to assume that they intend to switch to jet planes for those routes, many of which are 500 miles or less. United Express has recently added 32 turboprops to service airports just like Hilton Head. Bombardier, which purchased the makers of the Dash 8, developed an extended service plan that would extend the life of the Dash 8 for an additional 10 to 12 years.

The decision to lengthen the Hilton Head runway was based on old data, akin to generals making their military plans based on the last war. That was a lesson that the French learned the hard way with the Maginot Line. The technology landscape rapidly changes Continues on page 21 >>

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MORE FREE STUFF WITH MONTHLY’S SWAG CLUB The giving continues with Monthly’s Swag Club giving away free items to readers in exchange for their thumbs up or thumbs down. This month, we start with James Eleczko, who volunteered to try out Deo-Go, a spray designed to get deodorant stains out of your shirts.

“I finally completed my test of the DEO-GO, and it works. I used two different running shirts and found one lightened the stain about 95 percent and the second was about 85 percent.

Not too bad for long-time running shirts. There does not appear to be any problem with the shirt afterwards.

I appreciate the opportunity for the try-out.”

Swag Club member Linda Farrenkopf hit the jackpot with easily the biggest-ticket item we’ve ever offered in the Swag Club, the Neat Desk organizer. This handy device scans in all your receipts, invoices, etc. and lets you store it all on your computer.

“Just a note to tell you how much we are enjoying The Neat Desk Organizer. It really does what it promises and we have already set up a virtual file cabinet and are busily scanning our lives into drawers! It works with Excel and will really help out next April.”

Want in on the free stuff? Email editor@hiltonheadmonthly.com with the subject header SWAG CLUB to join.

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he latest issues of Monthly logged a few miles this summer, with copies popping up in nations around the globe. And yes, Red Sox nation counts.

Share your summer adventures with Monthly by emailing photos to editor@hiltonhead monthly.com.

The Baker Family, Brad, Vanessa, Will, and Ross, brought their June issue to Trummelbach Falls, between Mt. Jungfrau and the Shilthorn, near Interlaken, Switzerland.

Dan and Beverly Custer, and Linda and Jay Russell, villa owners in Sea Pines, took a copy of the May issue of Hilton Head Monthly on a barge trip on the Canal de la Marne au Rhin. The photo here was taken in the French town of Hochfelden.

Bryan Philpot and Jackson Philpot brought their copy of the August edition of Monthly along on their annual excursion to Fenway Park, where their beloved Sox beat the Twins, 6-4.

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A culture of service Wilson launches Center for Service Excellence. series will be a luncheon at the Country Club of Hilton Head, We’ve all been victims of poor and will feature Jody Dreyer, a service, the kind that makes us former vice president at the Walt swear to never patronize a parDisney Co. ticular business again.

The next two phases are planned That kind of “service” can make for 2013 and 2014, and will focus or break a business. Jack Wilson, on education and training for busiof Hilton Head Island, believes nesses and nonprofit organizations. that kind of service can also slow Awards and certifications will be a community’s economy. given to organizations that apply With that in service leadership mind, Wilson, training and dema former IBM onstrate service The CSL, along executive, excellence in their with the Hilton Head Islandlaunched the day-to-day operaBluffton Chamber of nonprofit Center tions.

Commerce, will host a luncheon on Sept. for Leadership The idea to 14 with former Disney Service in August form the Center executive Jody Dreyer.

See our Lowcountry 2011 to profor Service Calendar, page 137, mote a culture Leadership was for details. of top-flight sparked by IBM’s service among Centennial Lowcountry businesses and orga- Celebration of Service in 2011, a nizations. year-long global volunteer initiative “It’s all about the way everyundertaken by IBM employees, one in the community interacts retirees, families and friends. with each other,” said Wilson.

Wilson developed a proposal “Whether you’re a McDonald’s for IBM for a leadership enteremployee or a Hargray techniprise that would implement a phician, this concept applies to losophy of service excellence on you. It’s a concept where every Hilton Head Island and throughemployee, owner, etc., will treat out the Lowcountry. IBM gave everybody else with this notion Wilson the nod and the Center of service excellence.” for Service Leadership was To imbue that culture in the launched with seven IBM retirees community, the organization is and four area executives. planning three phases of educa“We see this as a way for the tion, starting with a three-part lec- community to distinguish itself,” ture series beginning this month. said Wilson. “We want to have a The lecture series will feature culture where service excellence prominent speakers from organiis imbued in every part of local zations with top service-related organizations.” cultures.

For more information, call The first session of the lecture Wilson at 843-342-7840.

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I am smart enough about being useless not to let my woman went

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am a reality TV junkie so it was exciting to see the town of Yemassee, the most eclectic spot in the Lowcountry, featured on the new Lifetime series, “The Week the Woman Went”.

The concept is as simple as the title. More than 100 women board an Amtrak train headed to a Florida resort and the men are left to truly earn their stripes as head of household.

Lifetime is billing the show as a social experiment. I am calling it the tailor-made concept for reality TV. There’s no need to manipulate reality here. No need to re-shoot scenes. Just make sure the camera red light is on and you have TV gold.

We watch these shows to escape reality and in many instances, for the “whoa, I’ve got it better than them” takeaway.

This never hit home more than when I watched the first episode.

Watching the dads deal with nuclear diapers, house finances spiraling out of control and an unmanageable daily to-do list, I just felt the need to kiss my wife.

We have the reverse situation.

Every four to six weeks, I head to San Francisco for a week to check in with my company’s home office.

Mrs. Medium and Mini-Medium, my 9-year-old son T.J., are left to be terrorized by our three-year-old son Jake.

It is a feat to simply keep the house from burning down. T.J. is the spokesman for the nightly calls home. Deb has no interest or energy to do FaceTime with me.

She knows I’m not at a resort, but to see me relaxing in a hotel room at the end of the day would only lead to bad things.

There have been threats of a doomsday scenario. Deb has been a remote working for a New Yorkbased software company for the past decade. She is so good that the bosses have asked to see her just three times in those 10 years. But her company merged with a competitor and the new bosses were asking for her last month.

We’ve dodged the trip to this point – and I say “we” because Deb knows her absence may result in catastrophe.

There’s two truths here.

The serious: I’ve been a single dad before, as we went through a rough patch five years ago. I know I can do it, but I would never want to be without her again. We’re lucky that we realized that.

The silly: With a second boy in the equation now, her leaving the house for a hair appointment these days results in the kind of footage the Lifetime producers would salivate over.

She returns home to orange juice skating rinks on the kitchen floor, pug hair coating the living room after Jake gave them mohawks and fire alarms sounding from me melting plastic plates in the microwave. I know my strengths and work on my weaknesses – namely, that balance between work star, parent and mate she pulls off every day.

These guys in Yemassee are better than I’d ever be.

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Continued from page 16 our environment and lifestyle. Witness the events following Steve Jobs’ introduction of the first iPhone on Jan. 9, 2007, and the iPad Jan. 27, 2010. We need to recognize that the economic landscape, as well as technology, is causing significant changes in the airline industry. This shift cannot and should not be ignored.

The decision makers in the county and town have the opportunity to reevaluate the plans to lengthen the runway to a length that is focused more on the actual need for the commercial airlines. Within the pages of the Talbert and Bright report there is a solution that indicates a length of 4,800 feet would accommodate all of the current and future turboprop aircraft. The cost of such a runway length is nearly half the $53,000,000 cost now being projected.

The plans to extend the runway to either 5,000 or 5,400 will benefit

just six percent of the airport operations and only five models of private jet aircraft that already operate from the Hilton Head Airport. An inquisitive journalist might ask the owners of those five models of aircraft exactly why they need a longer runway. One of the obvious reasons, of course, is that a longer runway would allow them to carry a full load of fuel to reach their final destination so that they do not need to stop en route to refuel.

This luxury for a select few comes at a great cost to all of the taxpayers, including those of us living in Beaufort County. And this happens while the county is curtailing services and laying off people just to meet its current budget without the cost of the airport expansion.

One might ask: Why are we in this situation? The answer can be found in the proverb: You cannot make someone pay attention to something that he or she does not want to notice.

Donald J. Schwarz, Hilton Head Island

SILENCE THE VIOLENCE Dear Marc Frey

In regard to your article (in Last Call, Aug. issue), “Why is violence an accepted form of entertainment?”... I believe you hit the nail on the head.

Sadly, shows like “Lassie” and “Leave it to Beaver” are a thing of the past. Our children are exposed to violence on TV and in movies regularly, and you are so right that this influences their thinking.

I don’t believe there is any way we will ever change this trend... too bad there are not more “hero” or “good deed” movies and shows for our children to watch and learn from.

Anyway, I enjoyed your article.

Thank you.

Jan Lance, Bluffton

BE HEARD We want to hear your thoughts on local issues, your take on Monthly and your views on life in the Lowcountry. Email editor@hiltonheadmonthly.com. Letters may be edited for clarity and length, priority will be given to letters containing fewer than 200 words.

FOR THE RECORD The phone number for OKKO is 843-3413377.

The phone number for Sky Pirate Watersports is 843-842-2566.

Caitlin Reed and Paul Bowers were married July 6, 2012. Our July edition contained an incorrect date.

Megan Fletcher and Mike Gensler were married May 26, 2012. Our July edition spelled the groom’s name incorrectly.

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MEET LAURA MORGAN, THE ENGINE PULLING THE LOCO MOTION.

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luffton’s Laura Morgan has always been one to take adversity in stride. So, when her doctor told her she had to give up running, she took to walking—20 miles a day for three straight days.

That 60-mile trek, as a participant in a national fundraiser for breast cancer, gave Morgan the idea to create her own calorie-burning pink-athon to benefit local cancer organizations.

Now in its second year, Morgan hopes to see LoCo Motion double in size, drawing some 600 participants to the Lowcountry for the Sept. 28-30 event.

It’s her boundless energy and dogged determination to do better that has won Morgan widespread support from the community.

“She’s the whole package,” said Alice Moss, executive director of the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation, one of the beneficiaries of LoCo Motion. “She understands the business end of putting on an event like this and has the passion to see it through.”

In addition to her number one goal of raising money for breast cancer, Morgan, a former director of planning and development for a number of cities throughout the Southeast, sees the event as having a positive impact on the community in other ways.

For instance, nearly half of last year’s participants were out-of-towners, fulfilling one of her goals of generating tourism dollars for the island during the traditionally slower “shoulder” month of September.

“And my third goal is to get the Lowcountry moving – thus the name LoCo (for Lowcountry) Motion,” she said. “With a long-distance event

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“You don’t have to be an athlete to do this.

In fact, most of our participants will be crossing their first finish line this fall.”

READY TO DO THE LOCO MOTION? The second annual breast cancer walk/run fundraiser hits the streets and beaches of Hilton Head and Callawassie Sept. 28-30.

like this, you have to begin training weeks in advance. My hope is that participants will turn the training into a regular routine.”

Before she began walking for exercise, Morgan was a runner. Over the years, she participated in more than 100 races from 5Ks to marathons.

“I was never good at it, but I liked the discipline it required,” said Morgan, When she heard about the Susan G. Komen 3-Day in Tampa in 2009, she decided to slow down her pace and refocus her energy on long-distance walking. She enlisted a group of friends from Hilton Head Island to join her in Florida for the 60-mile crucible.

They called themselves the Carolina Cups.

“It was a life-changing experience,” Morgan said. “The survivor stories I heard knocked me off my feet. I got swept up by the cause.”

The Carolina Cups team morphed into a 501(c)3 nonprofit public charity dedicated to supporting breast cancer education, screening, treatment, and clinical research on a local level. To raise money for the cause, they came up with a plan to create a Lowcountry event similar to the national fundraisers, only more accessible to the general public.

So LoCo Motion cut the distance in half and opened the event to both walkers and runners. Participants have the choice of completing one, two or all three legs of the event.

There are no fundraising requirements, just a registration fee that ranges from $85 to $175 depending on how many days you plan to walk or run. And the majority of the funds remain in the Lowcountry, supporting local breast cancer charities.

At the same time she was developing the concept for the 10-mile, three-day fundraiser, Morgan was starting her own business - LoCo Boot Camp, an outdoor fitness company.

So it was two years before she was ready to launch the inaugural LoCo Motion in 2011.

“Organizing the event was so much more

complicated than I had ever imagined,” she said. “We had to come up with venues, a website, arrange for toilets and Gatorade and plan three post-race parties, as well as attracting sponsors and marketing to participants. We don’t have a professional staff. We’re just a ragtag team of volunteers.”

Their big break came when Beaufort Memorial Hospital agreed to serve as lead sponsor, providing the seed money to get the ball rolling.

“It was a game changer,” Morgan said.

“They gave us credibility and standing in the community. We couldn’t have done it without their support.”

BMH has stepped up again this year as lead sponsor. A few dozen other local and regional businesses also are lending financial support.

“Now that we have one year under our belt, we’re building on that momentum,” Morgan said. “I get calls and emails every day from people wanting to help. The outpouring of support has been extraordinary.”

But more meaningful to Morgan are the stories of the survivors she has met along the way.

She recalls a woman who approached her at the finish line last year and pointed out her children and grandchildren standing nearby, cheering and waving signs that said “Grandma Rocks!” and “Go Grandma!”

“She told me, ‘What I did to survive, I did for them … but what I did today, I did for me.’”

Morgan realizes that walking or running 10, 20 or 30 miles may seem intimidating, but she encourages everyone to discover what she considers “one of the most rewarding challenges of your life.”

“You don’t have to be an athlete to do this.

In fact, most of our participants will be crossing their first finish line this fall,” she says.

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The three-day, 30-mile event is the signature fundraiser of Carolina Cups, a Lowcountry non-profit organization that raises money for local breast cancer facilities. This year’s recipients include Beaufort Memorial Hospital’s Keyserling Cancer Center, Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health and the Hollings Cancer Center at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.

To build on last year’s success, LoCo Motion has added a Community Kick-Off Party to the weekend’s schedule of events and beefed up the post-race festivities.

“We’re not just going to hang out and have a banana,” founder Laura Morgan quipped.

“Thanks to our sponsors, we’re doing it up big with food, drinks and music.”

LoCo Motion opens Sept. 27, with a Community Kick-Off Party from 5-7 p.m. at Skull Creek Boathouse. The event will include complimentary barbecue, a cash bar and entertainment. There is no charge to attend, but a donation of $10 at the door is suggested and RSVPs are required.

Call 843-522-5585 or visit www.DotheLoCoMotion.org to RSVP. The walk/run legs start at 9 a.m. Sept.

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Participants have the option of walking or running one, two or three days of the event and every day wraps up with a celebration at the individual venues.

On day one, the 10-mile route winds through the North Forest Beach area before heading out to the island’s hard-packed sandy shore, culminating with a post-event party at the Beach Market.

The following day, the event moves to Callawassie Island, the first community in South Carolina to be designated a Community Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. Then it’s back to Hilton Head for the final leg, an all-beach course which starts and finishes in front of the Omni Hotel in Palmetto Dunes.

Some 150 volunteers are needed during the three days of events. To register for the walk/run or volunteer, visit www.

DotheLoCoMotion.org or call 843-540-3284.

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DOG DAYS OF SUMMER Bear Foot Sports recently got together with Palmetto Animal League to send off summer with a Dog Days of Summer Sunset Party at Bluffton Oyster Factory Park.

The event was a benefit for PAL, a no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization serving animals in the Lowcountry. q

Bowie the dog and his people enjoy the party.

p Harper Ware says hello to Bailey, a pooch who was adopted at the event

by Theresa Tadlock.

t Holly Ganote and Joe Curcio are all smiles for our cameras. u Roadie, who owns Gina Raymond, got in a few laps at the party.

HILTON HEAD ISLAND ROTARY BESTOWS HONORS The Hilton Head Island Rotary recently gathered to recognized rotarians and citizens with awards. Ken Raichele (far left) was honored with a Distinguished Service Award for his work with the positive reinforcement program at the School for the Creative Arts. Mary Briggs (second from left) was awarded the President’s Award for her years of service to the Rotary youth program. David Tirard (center), outgoing rotary president, was honored for taking the club to international recognition by way of the Changemaker award and for receiving the “Large Club of the Year” for Rotary District 7770. Mike Jukofsky was recognized for his three year leadership of the Heel to Toe Polio walks. Glenn Stanford (far right) was named Rotarian of the Year for 2012. Stanford served as chair of the inaugural Safety Town held this spring.

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HOW ONE ISLANDER TURNED 26 LETTERS INTO SUCCESS.

Local critters, like these gators, are a favorite subject for letter photos. 

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ow do you spell success?

For Hilton Head Island’s Ryan Martz, it’s as easy

as A-B-C. OK, so there’s a little more to it, like having an uncanny eye for the world around you, turning a photography hobby into a thriv-

ing business empire and having fun the whole time you’re doing it. But really, it comes down to 26 simple letters hidden everywhere you look.

Martz has created a thriving business using photographs of landmarks and pretty much any

other item that cleverly resemble letters of the alphabet. Customers at their bustling Coligny Plaza kiosk choose 4-by-6 photographs of these letters (and variety is the order of the day — a simple “D” can be anything from a letter drawn in sand, a half-moon tran-

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Founder Ryan Martz (left) and manager or operations Russell Shostak spell it out for us.

som, a guitar pick, or even the Salty’s Dog’s hat) to spell out a word. The letters are then framed on the spot and, voilá, customers have a unique keepsake.

And as busy as that kiosk in Coligny is, that’s just the foundations of this operation. In 2009,

Martz started his business with a website and that single kiosk in Coligny Plaza. Now, he has corporate outlets on River Street in Savannah, and two in St. Augustine, Fla. There are franchise operations at the Navy Pier in Chicago, in Myrtle Beach and September 2012

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Tampa, and a website, bestgiftideaever.com, which Martz calls “the heart and soul of the operation.”

There are also wholesale outlets in Gatlinburg, Tenn., and Asheville, N.C. So how did Martz come up with such an innovative idea for a business? And how did this young man achieve so much success in just three years?

For the start of this amazing story, let’s travel back to Ohio.

Martz, 29, is originally from the Cleveland area, and, “like everyone else from Ohio, we’d spend summer vacations on Hilton Head,” he said.

He attended The Ohio State University, and after graduating with degrees in political science and communications, he bummed around for a while, ending up in the mortgage/refinance world in Columbus, Ohio.

At the same time, he started considering his future and decided to go fulfill a long-time intention of being a lawyer. So, he started studying for the LSATs and applying at various law schools.

While on a vacation in Ireland in 2009, he was laid off from his job.

But, around the same time, he’d been accepted into The University of Akron School of Law. With no job, he figured it was a great time to start his journey on the road to becoming an attorney.

But, he took a bit of a u-turn on his way.

“I loved photography, and taking (alphabet) pictures was something I was doing on the side,” he said. “I always had this idea in the back of my mind as a business.”

During the summer after his first year in law school, he came to Hilton Head and opened the kiosk in Coligny Plaza.

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“I figured I’d give it a shot,” he said. “If it failed, it failed. I always had law school to fall back on. I made a lot of mistakes that first year, but I made money!”

Martz did head back to law school, but found he had to make a choice.

“I could either nurture the business or law school. I couldn’t man-

operations. Like Martz, he spent summer vacations with his family on Hilton Head.

In the last few years, Martz and Shostak opened the Savannah location with one booth, which has now been converted into the equivalent of seven booths.

“River Street opened the doors for everything,” said Shostak.

This parrot “T” was shot locally as were hundreds of others available at their kiosk and online.

age both. And I enjoyed making money,” he said with a laugh.

With then-girlfriend and nowwife Jessica cheering him on, he made the permanent move to the island.

The business started taking off.

Martz hired New Jersey native Russell Shostak as the manager of

In addition to the corporate locations and franchises, they’ve also expanded into selling the product on a wholesale basis, and have opened a warehouse on the north end of Hilton Head. They also have a Christmas kiosk at Oglethorpe Mall in Savannah.

“It’s been kind of a roller coaster,”

said Shostak. “We’ve been learning as we go. It’s very exciting. Ryan has just an unbelievable business sense and vision. He’s very forwardthinking.”

Shostak said the business is a natural. “My whole thing is about destinations. When people come to Hilton Head or Savannah or any of our other locations, they want a souvenir. Our biggest draw is for photos from points of interest, like the Salty Dog or the Neptune statue at Harbour Town.”

At the Hilton Head location on a summer afternoon at Coligny Plaza, it’s a rare person who passes the kiosk without stopping and ooohing and aaah-ing. The word “cool” is repeated over and over.

So does Shostak look for letters everywhere he goes? “All the time!” he said, laughing. “I’m like, ‘Oh, look at that!’ I really need to give it a rest.”

Martz said he’s past searching for letters everywhere he goes. “I used to, but I would just go crazy now always looking for letters,” he said, adding that he recently hired a staff photographer, in addition to other staff to man the kiosks.

So what advice does Martz have for other young entrepreneurs?

“If you’re going to do something, do it at full speed,” he said. “Don’t freak out. You have to be confident in yourself and in your product.

“For me, it’s also all about my staff. No one is going to love your business more than you. But I want all of us to grow together. I want it to be their baby, too, and we’ll nurture it together.

“We’re great at making mistakes,” he said. “But, we’re even greater at learning from them.”

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SHARE YOUR GOOD NEWS To submit briefs, personnel updates and announcements, email editor@hiltonheadmonthly.com with the subject line “On The Move.”

ON THE MOVE

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Coastal Carolina Hospital has named Brad S. Talbert its chief executive officer. As CEO, Talbert will oversee strategic, operational and clinical activities for the 41-bed hospital.

Talbert previously served as market vice president of business development and then chief operating officer of Tenet’s Hilton Head Hospital. Prior to that, Talbert served on the executive teams at a number of hospitals, including chief executive officer at Kindred Hospital in Charleston, and Select Specialty Hospital in Memphis, Tenn.

Sun City Hilton Head has named Damon Williams executive director after an extensive nationwide search involving Wentworth Property Management’s Executive Team with the support of Sun City Hilton Head’s Board of Directors. Williams was previously the assistant executive director at Sun City Hilton Head where he had oversight of the association’s $17 million budget.

Mehdi Varedi has joined Keller Williams Realty. Varedi is a 23-year resident of the Hilton Head/Bluffton area. Well known in the business community as a restaurateur, Varedi opened the first fine dining restaurant in Bluffton, called Cattails Restaurant, in Moss Creek Village in 1993. Varedi then opened No Frills Bar and Grill not too long after, then Juniper Cafe in Pineland Station on Hilton Head, and Uptown Grill in Beaufort most recently.

Hilton Head Island Safe Harbour, Inc. has named Angie Brown as its new executive director/volunteer coordinator. Prior to coming to Safe Harbour, Brown was the regional

WELCOME ABOARD The Lake Club at Hilton Head Lakes is scheduled to open this fall and the developers have hired Lorraine Allen to manage the facilities. Allen has more than 40 years experience in the hospitality business and said, “Treating others the way I want to be treated and paying attention to details has been the foundation of my career.”

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manager for 10 years at OBMC management company, which oversaw 10 businesses in three states.

The Delaney Law Firm announces the addition of a new employee.

Debra Laurich has joined the law firm as administrative assistant. She is a 32-year resident of Hilton Head Island and brings years of experience in the legal field.

The Art of Massage has welcomed Laura Petersen, a balancing, grounding and yoga instructor and esthetician. Petersen started her education 14 years ago and has continued to grow her unique blend of knowledge with holistic therapies. The Art of Massage has also welcomed Janet Scarbrough. Scarbrough uses her 20 years experience as a massage therapist combined with certifications in La Stone therapy, aromatherapy and reflexology, among others, to customize each massage session.

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Susan Ketchum, senior vice president, recently celebrated 40 years with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She started her career in the Pittsburgh office in 1972.

Ketchum has been ranked in the top 1,000 financial advisors in the country

by Barron’s and is consistently listed in the Barron’s top 400 female advisors.

Skull Creek Boathouse’sMarker 13 Buoy Bar has been named among the Top 30 Outdoor Bars in America by Travel + Leisure Magazine. Purchased

by SERG Restaurant Group in 2010, Skull Creek Boathouse Restaurant and Marker 13 Buoy Bar sit on the scenic banks of Skull Creek, overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway and Pinckney Island Wildlife Preserve. The open-air Buoy Bar gives panoramic views of Hilton Head’s renowned scenic beauty and magnificent sunsets.

Monica Fisher has joined The

Alliance Group Realty located in the Fresh Market Shoppes on Hilton Head Island. With over 10 years of real estate experience, Fisher relocated from Breckenridge, Colo., where she was the recipient of numerous awards and recognition for outstanding sales production. Fisher has earned the Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) designation from the Real Estate Negotiation Institute which uniquely qualifies her to deal with complex transactions.

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Danielle Keasling, owner of Bluffton-based salon Karma, recently traveled to New York City for a photo shoot with renowned beauty and fashion magazine cover photographer Robert Ligresti.

Keasling created a gorgeous image that captured the attention of Modern Salon magazine’s editors, who chose her work to appear on the cover of their August issue.

Led by Modern Salon magazine’s beauty director Maggie Mulhern, the shoot brought together the professional team of Roberto Ligresti, a top New York model, makeup artist David Maderich, and a fashion stylist, who worked as a team to bring Keasling’s creative vision to life.

Free Enterprise magazine and freeenterprise.com featured FACES DaySpa in an article in its August edition. The article details how FACES owner

Patricia Owen has been able to survive the challenges of owning a small business for nearly 30 years and the strategies she uses to survive the recession and find success. FACES DaySpa is located in the Village at Wexford on Hilton Head Island.

Dr. Perry Burrus, a board certified surgeon at Beaufort Memorial Hospital with a special interest in breast care, was recently named the hospital’s Breast Program Leader. As the hospital’s Breast Program Leader, Burrus is assembling a team of specialists from a variety of specialties – oncology, radiology and social services, to name a few – to evaluate and create services that address the fullest scope of a woman’s breast health needs. The team is working with Duke University to develop the program.

NOW OPEN

BLUFFTON CROSSFIT Maureen and Mike Tefft have opened Bluffton CrossFit. CrossFit is an internationally known strength and conditioning program that is scalable for all ages and abilities. The Teffts are certified in multiple CrossFit specialty areas. A free introductory class is offered at 9 a.m. every Saturday morning.

21 Simmonsville Rd., Suite D 843-441-0234 info@blufftoncrossfit.com, www.blufftoncrossfit.com

NEW GRADS AT

JIVA YOGA CENTER Jiva Yoga Center is proud to announce the recent graduation of 12 new teachers from its 20-hour Yoga Teacher Training Program.

This program is directed by Vicki Rickard and meets all the requirements outlined

by Yoga Alliance. Join the new teachers 12-1 p.m.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday for “communtiy donation” Yoga Class at Jiva Yoga Center, 1032 William Hilton Pkwy. All proceeds go towards local charities.

Devin Oliver, a senior at Bluffton High School, has been elected the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association’s (NRECA) Youth Leadership Council (YLC) National Spokesperson for 20122013, sponsored by Palmetto Electric Cooperative. The YLC was designed to emphasize the development of strong leadership, presentation, and advocacy skills in America’s most promising young leaders. Oliver was flown to Washington, D.C. in June and again in July to gain a broader understanding of electric cooperatives and the energy industry. He will be traveling to New Orleans in February to speak at the national conference. Oliver is the son of Bruce and Suzi C. Oliver of Bluffton.

NOW OPEN Alex Greger and Patricia Nacif have opened Absolutely Perfect Cleaning Solutions Group, offering specialty work in pressure washing, window cleaning (inside and out), roof and gutter cleaning, 32

construction cleans, and housekeeping. The team’s attention to detail is unsurpassed. www.apcsg.com 843-422-4278 The Art of Massage announces the expansion of its yoga studio, The Art of Yoga, in Suite 12 at their New Orleans Road studio.

The Art of Yoga creates a haven for yoga, meditation, and breath work to open your heart and allow your spirit to shine. It is also offering nutritional, herbal consultations, workshops, and a free first nutritional consultation.

14 New Orleans Road, Suite 12 843-422-8860

Tauri and Chris Duer announce the opening of DUER HighPerformance Composites, a composites manufacturing company devoted to building the most technologically advanced composite components. The Duers, both noted and experienced engineers, are excited to bring this progressive industry to South Carolina’s Lowcountry. www.duer.co 843-784-3837

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Don’t touch that dial

Investment inspiration is just a channel away.

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he future can be a murky place. And let’s face it, anyone in the investment business is always on the lookout for that crystal ball. When investors take a fl ight of fancy and start mining data for arcane and offb eat ways to predict the economy and the markets, there’s no telling where they will end up. With our att ention focused on the Olympics, we thought we would explore what impact the summer games might have for stock investors. It’s not so farfetched to think that a swelling of national pride aft er a stellar Olympic performance might translate to greater confi dence, optimism and positive expectations, expanding P/E ratios and att ractive investment returns. But the Olympics are far from the only televised entertainment that can teach us a thing or two about the market.

DANCING WITH THE STARS First, let’s look to the heavens.

Th ere are an astounding number of websites, blogs and investment pundits who use astrology to analyze and predict stock market patterns. Th is approach is taken quite seriously by many global investors, whose philosophy may include a more contemporary reference to astrological factors than mainstream 34

western thought. One website, htt p://money.rediff .com/tools/ astrology, specifi cally relates stock and fi nancial markets to far eastern astrology; while another, htt p:// astrologyandthemarkets.blogspot. com, off ers neophytes some online instruction in fi nancial astrology as well.

MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL Th e Super Bowl indicator is based on results from the old AFL and NFL teams. Th e numbers suggested that a win from an AFL (now AFC) team would foretell a decline in the stock market for the year ahead, and a win from an NFC team would mean the opposite: a positive year. In the 22 years the NFC has won the Super Bowl, the S&P 500 has gained an average of 15 percent. In the 21 years the AFC has won, the average return has been 7 percent. According to Investopedia, the indicator has an over 80 percent accuracy rate, but was profoundly wrong in 2008 when, despite a win by the New York Giants, the market had one of its worst years since the Great Depression.

INDECISION 2012 Th is is a presidential election year, and election years, at least

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since 1939, have been pretty good times to be in the market. In fact, between 1939 and 2008, the Dow never posted a loss during an election year. The best election year performance was back in 1928 when Herbert Hoover swept into office; that year, the market shot up 48.2 percent. The worst, in 2008, saw a decline of 33.8 percent.

PROJECT: RUNWAY Do long legs lead to better stock markets? So says the “hemline indicator.” When skirts get longer it’s time to sell, according to this approach, and when stock markets are good, skirts tends to rise.

This has some basis in historical fact, although it may be more of a contrarian indicator, since by the time hemlines have climbed and times are good, investors may want to consider selling. Alas, hemlines can’t rise forever.

Leonard Lauder, the late chairman of Estee Lauder, noticed that when the economy was poor, women treated themselves to small and relatively inexpensive indulgences such as new lipstick. Rising lipstick sales, in fact, are often a precursor of more challenging economic times ahead. According to Investopedia, in the months following Sept. 11, 2001, the sale of lipstick in the U.S. nearly doubled.

THE OLYMPICS Now, consider the Olympics indicator.

From 1980 through 1996 (five summer Olympics games) the Dow

gained during every Olympics game period. Since 2000, however, (three games) the index has fallen twice and gained only once. In the 12 months following the six summer Olympics games since 1988, the Dow gained 26.9 percent after 1988 (through Dec. 30 of the following year,) 4.3 percent after 1992, 46.9 percent after 1996, and 4.5 percent after 2004. It declined twice, after the Sydney games in 2000, losing 1.6 percent and following Beijing in 2008, dropping 19 percent. Moreover, in these six Olympics competitions the U.S. took the most medals in all but two years, 1988 and 1992. Since 1988, the U.S. gained the most gold medals in three of six years, and the markets have gained in two of the three, 1996 and 2004, and fallen in one year, 2000.

As of Aug. 8, 2012 the U.S. is leading in total medals, trailing China in gold medals by two, and the Dow is up 1.4 percent month to date. M Steven Weber, Gloria Harris, and Frank Weber are the investment and client services team for The Bedminster Group, providing investment management, estate, and financial planning services. The information contained herein was obtained from sources considered reliable. Their accuracy cannot be guaranteed. The opinions expressed are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those from any other source.

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WE GET IT. ON THE ONE HAND, THERE’S NOTHING CERTAIN IN THIS WORLD.

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few years back, a vacation rental property seemed out of reach. But lately... well, things just feel different. Loans are coming easier. Vacationers are willing to pay up for that dream vacation house. Interest rates are at historic lows. Prices are still in your favor. Locally, the rental market has been a rock this year, with positive growth only expected to continue.

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And as you think about it more, you start to realize this could be the perfect time to invest in rental property.

The even better news is, it’s not just the perfect time. With so many great Realtors and vacation rental management companies on the island, it’s the perfect place.

The Property Setting a solid set of criteria for your vacation rental property is the first place to start. Make a list of them and include things like: your desired location, the ideal size of your new property, your budget for a vacation rental purchase and rental income expectations. Ask yourself if you are interested in a fixer-upper, how often you intend to use the property, if you want a home or a villa, and if will you retire there or eventually sell it. Be sure to share this list with your experienced vacation rental real estate agent and eventually with your vacation rental manager.

Of course the ultimate criterion is the location. Hilton Head Island is a beach, golf, and tennis wonderland. Get somewhere close to all three and you’re set. Coming in close second, however, is the view. These two aspects have a tremendous impact on your property, as obviously the better the location and view, the more rental revenue you will see.

The Management If you already own a vacation rental property, and you want to make a change in management, or if you have a property that you are converting into a vacation rental, there are a lot of management options for you to consider.

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In today’s technology and Internet-driven world, more and more owners of vacation rental properties are attempting to book and manage their properties on their own. But the biggest certainty in managing your own property is uncertainty. What often happens is these owners can soon get overwhelmed with responding to reservation requests, maintenance and housekeeping issues and even late night phone calls if, for example, a rental guest has locked themselves out of their property. What started as a “hobby” can quickly turn into an overwhelming full-time job.

... THE BIGGEST CERTAINTY IN MANAGING YOUR OWN PROPERTY IS UNCERTAINTY

Hiring an effective vacation rental management company can greatly ease the burden of property management, and fees for their services can often pay for themselves through increased revenues, peace of mind, and possibly even annual tax benefits*. So how do you choose the right company and what can you expect from your vacation rental manager?

The Choice Good vacation rental management companies are, first and foremost, all about marketing. Look for a company that not only has a good website to book your property, but also has a mobile website and a good social media presence. The company should have a strong presence on Internet search engines. Some companies even have an App for smart phones that can give renters

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information specific to their properties and act as a personal concierge during their stay.

Next, your vacation rental manager should take care of your property like it’s their own. Look for a company that has its own housekeeping and maintenance crews on staff. When these functions are outsourced to contractors, the owner usually ends up paying more and the quality of services are much harder to control than when these functions are staffed by the company itself.

Your manager should inspect your unit weekly if it’s not booked and be able to tell you what improvements you should make that will return you the most rental revenue ,like flatscreen HD TVs and appropriate bedding.

Good guest service is also imperative for vacation rental managers. The vacation rental guest service staff should have referrals and discounts to things like dining, shopping, golf and water sports to offer to their owners and guests.

Make sure your company has 24/7/365 service coverage. For example, if a flood happens because of a burst water heater, every minute counts to minimize the damage and expense for the owner. Good guest service ultimately means a great repeat guest rate and excellent word of mouth referrals to other renters for your property. *Accounting wise, your vacation rental company will submit all applicable taxes due to the city and state and will send you a monthly statement of activity and a 1099 at the end of the year for tax purposes.

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OUR MARKETING PROGRAM REACH + FREQUENCY = BOOKINGS • Top positioning on Yahoo, MSN, Google, Bing and 15 other major search engines • Banner ads on over 100 major travel sites worldwide & locally • Monthly email blast to over 100,000 previous and potential guest • State of the art website featuring Google maps, virtual tours, high resolution property pictures & daily updates • Facebook, Twitter and weekly blogs • Weekly guest departure surveys forwarded to every owner • Periodical ads in the nations largest travel magazines • Full-time onsite sales & marketing director • 24/7 Online Booking FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED SINCE 1993, Sunset Rentals still believes that people – our owners and their guests – are our most valuable assets. Your needs ALWAYS come first. Whether you’re a new property owner, an established investor, or simply investigating the possibility of purchasing a home or villa for rental use, we welcome the opportunity to help manage and ensure the success of your investment. We are confident that we are the most owner friendly management company around.

YOUR MANAGEMENT PARTNER OUR ADVANTAGES = YOUR ADVANTAGES • No marketing fees to owners • Mandatory guest credit card security deposit protects your investment • Key-less entry systems on all properties • Owner-friendly web site (view bookings, book your weeks, print financial statements.)

• Many homes and villas average 25-30 booking weeks a year.

(Several with rates over $15,000 a week in season!)

• Industry lowest owners guest booking fees • After hours license property manager on call • Virtual Floor Plans

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OUR MAINTENANCE PROGRAM ATTENTION TO EVERY DETAIL • Mandatory weekly, written inspections regardless of occupancy • Trained, experienced licensed property managers and inspectors • Constant communication and follow up with owner regarding maintenance issues • Maintenance technician on staff to trouble shoot and handle all minor issues • Filters, light bulbs and minor repairs complimentary • Yearly written property appraisals by property manager

WE WERE THE FIRST TO INTRODUCE THE GROUND BREAKING VIRTUAL FLOOR PLAN TECHNOLOGY TO HILTON HEAD ISLAND AND FEATURE IT ON EVERY PROPERTY. THIS SYSTEM ALLOWS POTENTIAL RENTERS THE ABILITY TO SEE EVERY DETAIL OF YOUR RENTAL PROPERTY.

CONTACT US

843-785-6767 • 800-276-8991 • 21D New Orleans Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 • sunsetrentals.com • info@sunsetrentals.com

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GOODE VACATION RENTALS & SALES Owners, Gigi and Brian Goode, offer a combined 40 years of unrivaled success and performance to the client property owners and guests of Goode Vacation Rentals. Their well-trained & experienced staff is committed to excellence. Gigi and/or Brian are almost always available to owners – we place a high value on good communication!

MARKET LEADERSHIP • Most number one positions on Google and other Internet search engines. Please Google “hilton head rentals” or “hilton head vacation rentals” and see for yourself!

• Fastest, easiest to navigate website on Hilton Head Island: GoodeVacationRentals.com. The least amount of “clicks” required to make a booking results in the greatest number of reservations.

• Email Blasts to hundreds of thousands of former visitors to Hilton Head go out on a regular basis. This, coupled with our dynamic, multi-pronged advertising program, yields maximum income generation. Low commission rates deliver the highest bottom-line.

• Inspections are a priority before guest arrival and after departure • Hands-on management + vendor scrutiny = lower maintenance cost • Keyless Entry is offered for virtually all properties • Best office location with greatest visibility on Hilton Head Island - for easy access and great walk-in traffic.

& Sales TESTIMONIALS FROM OUR OWNERS...

“After using another rental management company, we transferred management responsibilities to Goode Vacation Rentals over three years ago and never looked back. Rentals tripled, the house is much better taken care of, and they are always there for us when we need anything.

The personalized service just cannot be beat. Brian and his staff are like having family down on the island to look after our house. ~Tony and Liz Bradshaw, Second Row Ocean, 5 Bedroom/6 Bath, Singleton Beach “Brian, his family & crew are the most efficient we have ever dealt with in our 20 years of owning rental properties on Hilton Head Island. Our properties look great and we can depend on them to keep them that way.“ ~Jim & Opal Propes, 3 Oceanfront Shorewood Villas, 2 & 3 bedrooms “Simply the best management company we have experienced! Totally thorough, immediate response time from my property manager – I refer all my friends who have property to Goode Vacation Rentals for personalized service, great rentals and where everything flows smoothly! ~Gene & Anne Goodman, 4th Row, 5 bedroom, 4 bath, Sea Pines “The Goode’s provide the personal knowledge and attention to my property that I was looking for. They are honest, hard-working and they deliver the results! Their commitment to positive guest services is unmatched. My return guest numbers are beyond my expectations.“ ~Jim Hackett, Oceanfront, 8 bedroom 6 bath, Forest Beach “We looked for a property management company with personal service and accessible managers, who would be familiar with us and our home. We have found that in Goode Vacation Rentals. In addition, Brian’s help on a property related issue saved us a lot of money this year.” ~Cary & Kathy Klein, Oceanfront, 5 bedroom, 5 bath, Sea Pines “Brian and his team have been involved in managing our property since we purchased it in 2000. We have experience with other management companies on the island, but no one delivers the personal service and attention to detail that Goode Vacation Rentals provides.” ~Rich Rinsma, 4th row, 5 bedroom, 5 bath, Sea Pines

FROM OUR GUESTS...

THE FOLLOWInG REVIEWS ARE FROM FLIpKEy, A SuBSIdIARy OF TRIpAdVISOR, WHIcH IS OWnEd

By ExpEdIA, Inc. And GEnERATES OVER 32 MILLIOn MOnTHLy VISITORS On THEIR WEBSITES.

“Accomodations could not have been better. Exceeded expectations and would highly recommend Goode Vacation Rentals. courteous and professional Staff as well as an honest description of properties available.” ~Travelers from Haines City, FL “This was our 17th year staying in a property managed by Gigi and her staff with Goode Vacation Rentals and we have never been disappointed.

The property they selected for us works well for our family and all the grandkids and having an outside area and a grill really make the cooking duties a lot more flexible and the staff at Goode Vacation Rentals, especially nellie, are first class and very customer focused.” ~G-Daddy, Augusta, GA

CONTACT US

800-673-9385 • 42 New Orleans Rd, Ste 103, Hilton Head Island, SC • www.GoodeVacationRentals.com

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Island Getaway has established itself as the premier home and villa rental company on Hilton Head Island since its inception over 20 years ago.

Island Getaway Rentals is the largest provider of high-end homes and villas on Hilton Head Island which gives their property owners and guests a distinct advantage. When traveling to Hilton Head, Island Getaway is the first place a perspective renter looks due to their unrivaled selection of properties and superior customer service. As an owner, you have access to the largest database of returning guests resulting in the highest occupancy levels on the Island.

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Island Getaway is a past recipient of the prestigious “Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year.” It is with great pride that the company lives up to this honor.

Island Getaway does not take the responsibility of property management lightly. Their attitude, attention to detail, and overall results separate them from the others. They understand that your vacation home is a valued asset, and will work with you to design a flexible management agreement that addresses any concerns you may have about renting your property. With Island Getaway, you can talk directly with the owner of the company, with the assurance that decisions will be made and any problems will be solved immediately. There are no voice or number prompts; every phone call is answered by a friendly member of the staff that is familiar with your property and ready to assist you. If you are hundreds of miles from your home, it is comforting to know that a situation will be handled without having to make numerous follow-up phone calls.

Island Getaway’s personal approach to property management and high level of communication provide a level of comfort to absentee owners.

SERVICES • Inclusion in Island Getaway’s annual edition of Hilton Head Island’s Rental Homes and Villas, a 100 page printed catalog that is distributed to their extensive and highly qualified database.

• Island Getaway offers an extensive media marketing plan that relies on regional, national and international publications, as well as an unprecedented Internet marketing strategy. At Island Getaway’s award winning website (islandgetaway.com) guests can book online and review each property with multiple photos and detailed descriptions. Islandgetaway.com has attained top ranking on all major search engines including Google, Yahoo and MSN/Bing.

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• The combination of the highest occupancy and lowest commissions on the Island gives Island Getaway’s property owners the highest year-end net income. This becomes evident when an owner is not required to provide complimentary nights to the rental agency, pay a marketing fee, provide tennis privileges, or support the rental agents housekeeping department.

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• Island Getaway works closely with the Island’s top real estate professionals providing them with invaluable information regarding the rental market on Hilton Head Island. Island Getaway provides realistic rental projections based on actual figures that will assist in purchasing the right property. From market trends to providing feedback from our extensive database, Island Getaway will provide the best overall return on investment.

• Island Getaway’s flexible management agreements are tailored to the specific needs and interests of their property owners. Negotiable commission rates and no restrictions on the amount of owner use of their property creates a successful working relationship and peace of mind for owners.

• Detailed monthly online statements, newsletters and Owner Link keep property owners up to date on their property and income. Property owners are always kept abreast of issues on Hilton Head that are relative to their investments.

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• Island Getaway staff members are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• islandgetaway.com is the Island’s most prominent website. It can be found on the first page of all the major search engines when searching for vacation rentals on Hilton Head Island.

CONTACT US FOR A FREE RENTAL ANALYSIS

843-842-4664 • 800-476-4885 • 28 New Orleans Rd., Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 • islandgetaway.com

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HILTON HEAD RENTALS & GOLF RENTAL INCOME We have consistently met or surpassed owner’s expectations year after year in every type of economy. Owners have joined our rental program seeking and finding a better return on their investment. Additionally, we offer a no fee program so no advertising fees, tennis fees, or maintenance fees.

Furthermore, many additional services are provided at no charge.

MARKETING AND ADVERTISING Your vacation property will receive unparalleled exposure via our massive advertising budget.

Vacationers consistently will see our website promoting your property on the first page of their internet search and, most frequently, within the first 3 positions. Additionally, our website is promoted on many vacation directories, most often on the home page, reinforcing our top standing. Our past guests receive our Palm Tree Post Newsletter bringing them up to date on our vacation happenings.

WEBSITE Typically each year our website receives over 1 million visitors. Designed by a leading travel industry consultant firm, we offer one of the most advanced, attractive, and easy to navigate sites. We receive great reviews and accolades from our owners and vacationers for its attributes, content, and easy online booking process which generates reservations 24/7. Each property is supported by numerous photos and a detailed description including décor, architecture, views, ambiance, and amenities. Guests can also view floor plans of your home along with embedded photos.

Owners can log in to view owner statements, upcoming reservations, and make owner reservations.

ROI In addition to providing more reservations and thus greater rental income, you can anticipate a higher ROI. That is because we offer a very competitive commission. We also keep expenses low utilizing our maintenance staff.

There are no mark up charges associated with outside vendor invoices.

All of this, and more, contributes to providing you with a more attractive financial bottom line.

RENTAL INCOME PROJECTION Following a preview of your property, we will develop a customized and detailed rental income projection. To find out how much rental income your property can generate, call us, Tom or Kate 800-445-8664.

AN OPEN LETTER & INVITATION – Today more than ever you want your vacation property managed by professionals that have earned their reputation for performance, trust and dependability. We provide the peace of mind that comes with our staff’s 100 plus years of combined experience of professionally managing vacation properties.

Property owners today are faced with increases in taxes, insurance, utility bills and a decline in property values. We understand how important it is to manage and control costs.

We manage your property as though it were our own. Just as important, we take pride in your property and work diligently to ensure that guests become repeat guests, thus helping to maximize your property’s income year after year.

To protect your investment, we offer the best inspection system on the Island, with our dedicated staff of Inspectors helping to ensure that your property is properly cared for and to maintain your property’s value. Advertising and marketing have always been one of our key strengths. We have invested heavily in the internet and that is why you will constantly see Hilton Head Rentals & Golf appear at the top of key search terms. Additionally, your property will be seen via numerous directories that will substantially increase your property’s visibility in the market place.

It has never been more important to entrust your property to the right company. We would like the opportunity to earn your trust.

Sincerely, Tom Ridgway

TOM RIDGWAY Owner

KATE HINTON New Owner Relations Mgr.

CONTACT US

800-445-8664 • 843-785-8687 • 578 William Hilton Pkwy., Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 hiltonheadvacation.com • tom@hiltonheadvacation.com • kate@hiltonheadvacation.com

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Beach Properties of Hilton Head, owned and operated by Ray and Linda Moloney, has been one of the premier rental companies on Hilton Head since 1995. Originally from Ohio, we established our company on “Service Excellence” both for the Guest and the Property Owner. As our name indicates, we specialize in over 300 Luxury Oceanfront and Ocean Oriented Homes and Villas in Palmetto Dunes, Sea Pines, Forest Beach and the Sea Crest Resort.

Our dedication to Service has resulted in being honored with the prestigious Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award as well as being Voted #1 by the Island Packet Readers Choice Award for 2010, 2011 & 2012.

Beach Properties knows what owners and guests expect from their Vacation Rental Company. We establish a partnership with our owners and work closely with them to meet their ROI. REPUTATION is everything. With over 17 years in the Vacation Rental Industry, Beach Properties has a proven track record and the solid long term financial resources to market your property effectively.

WHAT OWNERS & GUESTS SAY ABOUT BEACH PROPERTIES: “We are so satisfied that we changed our property management to Beach Properties last year. It is the best decision we’ve made in quite some time.” — Hampton Place Owner “My wife and I have been coming to Hilton Head Island for the past twenty years.

We have used every agency on the Island , and I can truthfully say - None, and I mean None can compare to your company.” — Beach Properties Guest

Beach Properties Property Inspection & Readiness Team

Beach Properties Property Management & Reservations Team PERSONAL ATTENTION - We treat your property like it is our own • Beach Properties provides owners with their own Licensed Property Manager • We have the #1 Property Management Team with 8 full time Licensed Property Managers on staff • Experienced and highly skilled Vacation Planners – trained on your specific property • Beach Properties’ in house Inspectors make sure your property is checked and secured before and after each guest stay OWNER INCOME - Maximizing Your ROI • Highest net income to owners – flexibility to analyze owner income weekly and make adjustments to maximize ROI • No annual marketing fees or travel agent free nights • Monthly statements distributed on the 8th of each month • Direct Deposit available to get funds to you sooner • Dedicated Owner’s area on our website to book your online reservations and view your monthly statement and the Beach Properties newsletter

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MARKETING - To Achieve Your Goals • Experienced in house Marketing Team • Extensive Internet Marketing Program • Professional website attracts over 700,000 visitors per year • 24/7 online reservation booking system • Property specific interior and exterior professional photos, descriptions, and floor plans for each property at no charge to owner • Selected for inclusion in Frommers’ South Carolina Travel Guide and we hold the Coveted AAA accreditation • Monthly e-mail campaigns to over 40,000 previous and potential guests • Active Social Media Marketing on Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, YouTube, & Google+ • Exclusive Preferred Guest Program provides discounts to Owners and Guests at over 100 Local Businesses SUCCESS • Sales for 2012 are at record levels • 10% Owner Revenue Growth over 2011’s record sales • 99.6% Owner Retention • 100% Property Manager Retention • Customer Satisfaction has resulted in one of the highest percentage of repeat guests

CONTACT US

800-671-5155 • 843-671-5155 • PO Box 7408, Hilton Head Island, SC 29938 • beach-property.com • rentals@beach-property.com

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DESTINATION VACATION Hilton Head Island

GUEST TESTIMONIALS

LOCALLY OWNED, DESTINATION VACATION SPECIALIZES IN LUXURY OCEANFRONT AND OCEAN-ORIENTED VACATION RENTALS ON HILTON HEAD ISLAND.

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“The staff at Destination Vacation responded to our every need. They do a first class job. Thanks for making our family vacation just perfect!”

— Ohio Family, guests of 1 Lands End Way, June 2012 “One of the nicest places we have stayed in 20 years of visiting Hilton Head.”

— Joy C., guests of 1 Seaside Sparrow, June 2012 “Working with Destination vacation is absolutely fabulous. They are the most knowledgeable and accommodating rental company we have worked with by far!”

— Grandma 5, guests of 37 Ruddy Turnstone, June 2012 OWNER TESTIMONIALS “We would recommend Destination Vacation, without reservation, to any homeowner considering marketing their home.”

— Michael and Kristen Reedy, owner, 9 East Wind “It’s really refreshing to work with you guys. Thanks for all that you do.”

— Gary Adamson, owner, 5 Guscio/48 S Sea Pines Drive “I wouldn’t trust my home with any other company.”

— Scott Ross - owner, 37 Dune Lane

877-874-7244 • 843-785-7774 • 7 Executive Park RD, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 • DVHHI.com

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SEA TURTLE GETAWAYS

We offer Unique Property Management: • Exclusive number of properties • Hands On service • Competitive fees • Reasonable cleaning and maintenance fees • Optimal rental revenue • Owner access to account and calendar on website • Website and National Advertising

• Member of Hilton Head Island Chamber of Commerce • Locally owned and operated by your Neighbor • Extensive data base of past customers • Owner referral program • On time monthly payments

Beachside Getaway is locally owned by your neighbor who has been an Islander for over 30 years. Our unique approach to property management is proven.

Our guests love it and have come back year after year.

Two licensed property managers and professional reservationists will insure that your property is in tip top shape while maximizing your rental potential. Your property will also be carefully inspected before and after each guest by our in-house inspectors.

Our rates are comparable with other property management companies with much more service for our home owners. We understand that not all home owners are the same and have different needs. We are able to be flexible to meet all those needs. As the homeowner you will be able to access your calendar and account information 24 hours a day 7 days a week. We are only a phone call away if you ever need anything. You will speak to a person who knows your first name and your property like it is their own.

Here are what some of our owners have to say: Dear Lisa, Frank and all of the wonderful Beachside Getaway staff, “First, we would like to thank you for all your attention to detail in caring for our property. We are also pleased with the bookings we have received this summer.

Again, thank you for your professional and personal touch!”

— Teri and James Proctor Good Morning Beth and Lisa, “Thank you to all of you at Beachside for finding the wonderful guests this summer. This was the best rental season we have had in several years in spite of the economy. We truly appreciate all you do in the management of our home.

The approach and attention you give to guests and the homeowner is unique.”

— Ginny Jones Hi Lisa and Beth, “Mimi’s Place would like to extend a great big THANK YOU for the way you have taken care of the property this season. We are so happy that we have you looking out for us.”

— Margie Keller

“My home is as unique as Hilton Head Island... and so is my rental company” — Bill Lang, 30 Knotts Way, Forest Beach Our Services Include: • Over 45 years of combined experience as licensed real estate brokers specializing in the care and marketing of vacation homes and villas on Hilton Head Island.

• An exceptional marketing reach via more than 40 performance driven websites; including Hilton Head Islands most successful site: www.hiltonheadrentals.com • Our homeowners are our most valued asset and can personally contact us 24/7 any day of year.

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• We personally inspect your property prior to each arrival and upon each departure. Sea Turtle Getaways does not outsource property inspections.

• An ideal office located on Greenwood Drive, just off of the Sea Pines Traffic Circle. Where all guests are required to check - in and provide a credit card imprint for your protection.

• At Sea Turtle Getaways our goal is focused on maximizing owner revenues while minimizing owner expenses.

Testimonial: “We are absolutely thrilled that we switched rental companies!

Since Sea Turtle Getaways took over the management of our home, it is clean, always rented & in high demand. We have been so pleased with their services that we decided to move our second investment property over to their program. We highly recommend Sea Turtle Getaways.”

— E. Huyett, C Beaver – Sea Pines Property Owners If you would like to be a part of our unique rental company, please give us a call at 1-866-386-6644!

PLEASE GIVE US A CALL TO DISCUSS CAREFREE RENTAL PROPERTY OWNERSHIP ON HILTON HEAD ISLAND.

Renee Taylor CONTACT

61 Arrow Rd Suite E, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 843-686-6044 • Toll Free 1-866-443-5922 www.beachsidegetaway.com

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1-866-386-6644 • 14 Greenwood Dr., Suite 101, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 • SeaTurtleGetaways.com

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RESORTQUEST

by Wyndham Vacation Rentals LOCAL KNOWLEDGE, GLOBAL REACH

Celebrating 25 years of providing the best in property management leadership and customer service, we look forward to a very successful partnership as manager of your Hilton Head Island rental property.

LEADERS IN SERVICE: We are guest satisfaction superstars! A national survey of over 50,000 guests rated us 8th out of 250 vacation rental companies.

We encourage owners to participate in marketing efforts across the board to increase exposure and revenues wherever they feel comfortable, by offering professional management assistance with owner-guest sites such as Vacation Rentals .By Owner (VRBO).

Our Internet URL is http://www.vacationcompany.com. We have secured top placement in organic online searches, and have enhanced our brand exponentially by expanding our online presence through website optimization, social media, press releases, and email newsletters. In short, we’re everywhere in travel cyber space that matters!

Free wireless Internet access is provided in all of our properties.

We have in-house professional tech support so guests are not dependent solely on cable and phone company responses.

Every one of our staff is a South Carolina licensed realtor or property manager, and each possesses a personal, in-depth knowledge of our homes. We also have a full-time interior decorator to help owners with upgrades and other interior enhancements.

WE ARE DEFINITELY A NOTCH ABOVE. WELCOME TO THE VACATION COMPANY!

CONTACT US TODAY TO IMPROVE REVENUE IN YOUR VACATION RENTAL HOME. We will partner with you to provide: • Revenue management analytics to maintain rates and limit discounting.

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• Quality control measures that insist on keeping your home as clean and well-maintained as possible.

• Regular communication from your personal property manager, assigned to look after all the details of your home and reporting on rental performance.

• Powerful marketing and sales capabilities, through well-trained reservationists and regional, national and international media channels via Wyndham Worldwide.

• An improved relationship – a core component of the Wyndham Culture is to make you our partner, not merely a number.

Please contact me, Susan Rowland, business development manager, to improve your revenue today!

843-247-2934 Susan.Rowland@resortquest.com WyndhamVacationRentals.com

www.vacationcompany.com 800.545.3303

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843-247-2934 • 21 Executive Park Road Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 • WyndhamVacationRentals.com

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PALMETTO SANDS VACATION RENTALS

SEASHORE VACATIONS, INC. LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED FOR OVER 40 YEARS Owner/B.I.C., Buddy Konecny, and his staff have been providing guests and owners with unparalleled customer service year after year. Our “Hands On” approach ensures your property will receive the attention it deserves while maximizing rental income. Allow us to customize a program to suit your particular needs.

We specialize in Oceanfront & Ocean Oriented properties on Hilton Head Island’s famous South End: Forest Beach, Sea Pines & Shipyard.

Specializing in oceanfront & ocean oriented homes & villas in Sea Pines Plantation, Palmetto Dunes, Forest Beach, & Shipyard.

VACATIONING GUESTS Our team is extremely knowledgeable about the Island and our inventory which ensures you will have an awesome vacation experience.

Here’s why: • Friendly welcoming team • Easy check-in and check-out procedures • Discounts to activities on the Island • Conveniently located office, South End • Inspection prior to your arrival • User-friendly online booking 24 hours a day, 7 days a week • Team member available 7 days a week A FRESH PERSPECTIVE FOR HOMEOWNERS Our team is here to achieve maximum revenue on your property.

Here are some of the differentiating factors: • Business model founded on managing a limited set of properties, offering a “private client” experience for our homeowners and vacationing guests alike • Commission fees scaled to property location • Timely monthly statements • Reduced commissions for owner referred bookings • Account log-in for owners available anytime • Inspection after each guest departs, in-house inspectors • Team members on call 7 days a week • Innovative web-based marketing programs and website • Constant communication with homeowners • No mark up fees on invoices

SERVICES • Easy to navigate web site, www.seashorehhi.com, featuring on-line reservations, up to the minute booking calendar, multiple property photos, amenities and other valuable information. Partnership with multiple on-line Travel Sites including: Home Away, Clear Stay, Trip Advisor/Flip Key and Vacapedia among others. We are also VRBO friendly.

• Timely statements (also available on line), property inspections, periodic inventories, security checks and 24 hour on call service.

• No marketing fees or invoice “Mark Up” charges.

• Our top priority is renting the properties we manage. We do not own any of the properties on our rental program nor do we sell real estate. We focus on your rentals.

We invite vacation property homeowners and guests to contact us to experience the very best care and personal service available anywhere on the Island! Whether you are planning a vacation or searching for the right company to manage your vacation home, Palmetto Sands is the answer! We welcome the opportunity to meet with you in person, or by telephone to discuss your future plans here on Hilton Head Island!

We advertise with: www.flipkey.com • www. vrbo.com www.tripadvisor.com • www.homeaway.com www.hiltonhead360.com Members of the Hilton Head Chamber of Commerce & Vacation Rental Managers Association

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Toll Free 877-597-2637 • www.palmettosands.com 17 New Orleans Rd., Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

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CONTACT US

800-845-0077 • 843-785-2191 P.O. Box 5071, 11 Executive Park Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29938 seashorehhi@hargray.com • www.seashorehhi.com

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CATEGORIES THE BEST IN FOOD The Restaurants: These are the places you rave about to your friends and keep coming back to time after time.

Best New Restaurant (Open in calendar year 2012) Caterer / Catering Company Restaurant / Italian Restaurant / Mexican Restaurant / Southern Restaurant / Lunch Restaurant / Brunch Restaurant / Breakfast Restaurant / Kid-friendly Restaurant / Outdoor Restaurant / Sub shop Bar / Hotel Bar / Late Night Bar / Sports Dessert Menu Wine Selection Beer Selection Water Views Happy Hour Coffee Shop Bakery Ice Cream / Gelato Shop Candy / Chocolate Shop The menu: Who does it best? Now’s your chance to share a bite of your faves with us Barbecue Fried chicken Margarita Sushi Steak Seafood Burger Pizza Vegetarian Wings

BEST IN BUSINESS They work hard for the money, so you’d better treat ‘em right Rookie of the Year (Favorite new business of 2012) Retirement Community Child Care Facility Insurance Company Pet Grooming Service Pet Boarding Service Mortgage Company Grocery Store Bank Car Dealership Auto Repair / Body Shop Private Golf Course Public Golf Course Golf store Fitness Center Yoga / Pilates Studio Sporting Goods Store Art Gallery Wedding Venue Hair Salon Nail Salon Barber shop Spa Hardware Store Jewelry Store Women’s Clothing Store Men’s Clothing Store Shopping Center Gift / Novelty Shop (Hilton Head / Bluffton) Landscaping Company Builder / Remodeler Interior Designer / Firm Home Furnishings Store Carpet / Floor Store Carpet Cleaning Pest Control Company Heating and Air Company

Interior Design Co. Auto Repair Pest Control Travel Agency Best Non-Profit Real Estate Co. BEST IN TOWN: Your thoughts on life in the Lowcountry Musician / Band Liquor Store Best Karaoke Best place for a ladies’ night out Best place for a guys’ night out Best place for a date Best Running trail Best live music Best rainy day getaway Best view Best beaches Best Building Design Best tennis court Best sand volleyball court Best indoor entertainment facility.

BEST IN SHOW: These are the people that make the Lowcountry great. Give them a hand.

Realtor Chef Bartender Lawyer / Attorney Florist Doctor Financial Advisor Dentist Chiropractor Veterinarian Man of the Year* Woman of the Year*

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THE CITY GUIDE There’s more than one way to enjoy Hilton Head Island & Bluffton

1. THE NATURE LOVER The unique geography of the Lowcountry makes it a wonderland of tidal creeks, winding marshes and exotic wildlife.

2. THE FOODIE

5. THE FAMILY GUY Load up the minivan and take in some of the Lowcountry’s many family-friendly treasures, both indoors and out.

4. THE ARTIST Both Hilton Head and Bluffton boast world-class arts communities, and the vibrant theater scene keeps the spotlight burning.

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What to do.

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Hilton Head and Bluffton dazzle with Southern cuisine, but the many transplants to the area have brought with them a world of tasty food.

3. THE ATHLETE Get your game on at one of the area’s countless golf courses, tennis courts, baseball fields and other sports centers.

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1. MY LOWCOUNTRY: NATURE AT ITS FINEST

BY TODD BALANTINE

PHOTO BY ROB KAUFMAN

LIFE AT SEA LEVEL is a slow-down life, like the flow of tides.

They inch forward and back: covering, nourishing, seeping a-ground.

The great Atlantic Ocean and the heavy salt air are our familiar environs, but day after day, are never the same. This is a secret known to watermen from Calibogue Sound to Long Island Sound, and Sri Lanka to the Netherlands. This is the Lowcountry way where, as the mariners say: Life is easy under the sail.

WATERCOLORS

From the headwaters to the deep sea, the saltwater continually changes hues. Next time you’re out on the beach or in a boat, take a look. The small inshore creeks, like the Okatie in Bluffton and Jarvis on Hilton Head Island, are anything but clear. The tea-color comes from the acids in leaves and twigs decomposing on high ground. Runoff carries these acidic tannins into the water. Follow these creeks until they mix with a larger body of churning water, and see how the water turns cloudy-brown, like cocoa.

Port Royal Sound and Calibogue Sound are blue-gray because they are deeper (over 60 feet in some areas) and they flow faster. In these long, narrow bays the heaviest organic particles sink and the broad waters reflect the color of the sky. These two great sounds empty into the Atlantic Ocean, which clearly is not the photoshopped blue seen on postcards. The ocean reflects the sky, but it mixes in a healthy dose of algae, sediment from salt marshes, and minerals from millions of surfcrunched sea shells on the shore. These mix the palette of living colors in the Lowcounty.

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Boat or paddle a kayak up, way up, the May River in western Bluffton.

Keep to the left and you will see ancient earth history unfold. The lofty marsh cliffs at Palmetto Bluff are chiseled remains of a prehistoric beachhead. Geologists tell that over several different epochs, the sea

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level was significantly higher than at present. Saltwater would have covered most or all of Hilton Head Island.

The ocean receded 70 miles offshore during an “ice age” 20,000 years ago. Then, as the climate has warmed in the past 10,000 years, the sea level has risen over 400 feet. Eventually, the May River channeled its way into the ancient beach-luffs, carving sheer, hardened cliffs. But in this erosion there is life. Pock-marked in the walls are the cavities of belted kingfishers, bank swallows, shorebirds, and maybe a bat or two.

Hordes of wading birds hunt in the scree of eroded sand at the base of the bluffs. Marsh grass and oysters are colonizing. In the Lowcountry, where there is water, soil, and time, nature will find a way.

BACK FROM THE BRINK

There was a a time, locals and historians say, that whooping cranes migrated through the Lowcountry. Carolina parquets (now extinct) flitted from branch to branch. Then there is the story of escaped Rhesus lab monkeys running amuck in Bluffton. And eastern wood storks flocked to feed in Lowcountry impoundments — former duck hunting ponds, and before that, plantation rice fields. The storks became endangered and nearly died out from the loss of their old-growth swamp forest breeding habitat.

Now, the good news: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will soon “de-list” the wood stork as a threatened species. This wading bird has made a significant comeback as result of environmental protection of bottomland forest breeding habitat and shallow marsh feeding grounds in A pair of wood storks former rice-lands and other conservation areas. Wood storks are now seen in Boggy Gut (Sea Pines Forest Preserve), Whooping Crane Conservancy (Hilton Head Plantation), and the “Golf Course Wetland” in Palmetto Hall. These three island sites are restored with reclaimed water from the local Public Service Districts. Thanks to conservation efforts like this, a remarkable species facing extinction now has a new lease on life.

THE ONE THING THAT MATTERS

From the lofty pines that whisper in wind to prairies of untamed grassy salt marshes, and from Bluffton’s sheer bluffs to the cavernous channel in Calibogue Sound, nature is still encompassing and untamed. Can she remain so? This is our legacy. This is our Lowcountry.

Todd Ballantine is an award-winning writer who has written and illustrated three books in addition to the best-selling Tideland Treasure, newspaper columns, and dozens of nature and history publications. He lived on Hilton Head Island for more than 30 years and frequently visits the Lowcountry for environmental consulting.

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2. MY LOWCOUNTRY: AN OMNIVORE’S DELIGHT

BY SALLY KERR-DINEEN PHOTOS BY ROB KAUFMAN

Crazy Crab

There’s no dilemma for omnivores in the Lowcountry. With over 200 restaurants dotting this seaside paradise, you can travel the culinary world without leaving U.S. 278.

We have quaint, quirky, one-of-a-kind places, informal beach haunts, and of course stylish, trendy establishments for the food connoisseurs.

Night owls can catch one of the many local bands playing around town or take in a little jazz at one of the East Coast’s finest clubs.

Throw a dart at the Hilton Head map and see what comes up — a seafood restaurant featuring the best local in-season fish our waters have to offer, waterfront dining serving up spectacular views, or a casual BBQ or hamburger joint.

Maybe a Pacific Rim eatery, European café, or bistro will hit the mark. There are restaurants that treat us to Italian, Greek, Mediterranean, French, Asian, and Indian fusion influences.

The point being, we are a small but diverse area with big tastes from all points of the globe when you get hungry.

With all that in mind, we listed a smattering of what’s available with “The Old, The New, The Tried And True” in our City Guide. So, let’s trawl around the island and see what’s in store for your palette.

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THE ICONS EATERIES OPEN 20 YEARS PLUS AND COUNTING WITH NO SIGNS OF STOPPING. ALEXANDER’S Seafood restaurant and wine bar www.alexandersrestaurant.com AUNT CHILADA’S American fare, Hilton Head seafood, Mexican and Tex-Mex www.auntchiladashhi.com CHARLIE’S L’ETOILLE VERTE Entire menu daily based on the freshest local seafood available www.charliesgreenstar.com CRAZY CRAB The menu is derived from Lowcountry recipes www.thecrazycrab.com HILTON HEAD ICE CREAM Real homemade ice cream, yogurt & sorbet www.hiltonheadicecreamshop.com HUDSON’S fresh seafood from our docks to your table. www.hudsonsonthedocks.com

outdoor bar www.sanmiguels.com SANTA FE When you step into Santa Fe Café, you step into the Southwest www.santafecafehiltonhead.com SCOTT’S FISH MARKET “…water views from every table indoors…” www.scottsfishmarket.com SIGNE’S HEAVEN BOUND BAKERY & CAFE “Specializing in Southern Style baked goods, fresh and wholesome every day…” www.signesbakery.com TRUFFLES CAFÉ “A diverse menu…” “We prepare everything on our menu daily…” www.trufflescafe.com CAPTAIN WOODY’S BAR & GRILL “…basic staples of island life: oysters, shrimp, cold beer, beautiful sunsets…” www.captainwoodys.com

JUMP N PHIL’S BAR AND GRILL Sunday brunch, award-winning burgers, casual atmosphere www.jumpandphilshhi.com KINGFISHER Seafood, pasta and steakhouse www.kingfisherseafood.com LE BISTRO European ambience, open kitchen, fresh daily specials www.lebistromediterranean.com OLD OYSTER FACTORY One of Hilton Head’s iconic waterfront restaurants and dining destinations for over 20 years www.oldoysterfactory.com REILLY’S BAR AND GRILL Serving steaks, seafood, pasta, and sandwiches in a Boston pub atmosphere www.reilleyshiltonhead.com REMY’S BAR AND GRILL “…known for fresh local seafood, generous portions…” www.remysbarandgrill.com SAN MIGUEL’S Mexican fare, waterfront views, and

Flatbread Grill

THE NEW GETTING THEIR FEET WET AND MAKING A SPLASH DELISHEEEYO “Healthy-promoting, consciously sourced, and lovingly prepared food…” www.delisheeeyo.com ELA’S BLUE WATER GRILLE “…offering fresh catch seafood & steaks with water view dining” www.elasgrille.com FLAT BREAD GRILL Upscale casual dining offering pizza, pasta, salads and sandwiches www.flatbreadgrillhhi.com September 2012

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FUSION An eclectic blend of French, Indian, and American cuisine www.fusiononhhi.com OKKO Thai, Japanese, Asian fusion, hibachi restaurant www.facebook.com/OkkoHHI PATTY’S PIG N PIT “…BBQ and much, much more.” www.pattyspignpit.com POMODORI ITALIAN EATERY “House made pastas, sauces and sausages…” www.gopomodori.com WATUSI Self serve frozen yogurt, coffee, smoothie, breakfast & lunch café www.hiltonheadcoffeeandyogurt.com BLUFFTON BBQ “This is not fast food; it’s cooked for at least 12 hours” www.blufftonbbq.com FIDDLEHEAD PIZZA Not your ordinary pizza place www.fiddleheadpizza.com POUR RICHARD’S Fun food and wine www.pourrichardsbluffton.com

THE TRIED AND TRUE LOCAL AND NATIONAL ACCOLADES THAT KEEP COMING AND COMING ALFRED’S RESTAURANT “…classic American and Continental cuisine.” www.alfredsofhiltonhead.com MICHAEL ANTHONY’S “…Italian cuisine prepared with a creative touch, presented with a contemporary flair” www.michael-anthonys.com

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MONTANA’S Southern hospitality and great food in the last best bar www.montanasonline.com PEPPER’S PORCH “Where seafood and culture come together” www.peppersporch.com RED FISH “…an eclectic blend of seafood, steaks, fresh local fruit and vegetables are combined with Lowcountry specialties.” www.redfishofhiltonhead.com ROASTFISH & CORNBREAD “…a fresh homemade meal Lowcountry style.” www.roastfishandcornbread.com SAGE ROOM “…elegant palate pleasing fare from the four corners of the world.” www.thesageroom.com SALTY DOG “…enjoy a drink and lighter fare outside on the deck or at the outdoor bar.” www.saltydog.com SEA SHACK “…freshest seafood and downhome southern, Lowcountry style cooking…” www.seashackhhi.com

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THE SMOKEHOUSE “…a diverse lunch and dinner menu, including many specialties..” www.smokehousehhi.com PALMETTO BAY SUNRISE CAFÉ Breakfast all day, daily blue plate lunch specials www.palmettobaysunrisecafe.com THE COTTAGE Café, Bakery & Tea Room www.thecottagebluffton.com CLAUDE & ULI’S SIGNATURE BISTRO “The Bistros’ philosophy…offer exquisite dishes at affordable prices.” www.claudebistro.com

THE ELECTRIC PIANO BAR Live music – dancing – drinks www.electricpianohhi.com DANIEL’S Steakhouse, tapas bar, nightclub www.danielshhi.com THE JAZZ CORNER “…Southeast’s premier jazz club and restaurant offering smooth and elegant jazz with gourmet dining…” www.thejazzcorner.com Charlie’s L’etoile Verte

MAY RIVER GRILL Pristine cuisine www.mayrivergrill.com SIGLER’S Rotisserie and seafood www.siglersrotisserieofhiltonhead. com

NIGHT OWLS NIGHT OUT NO NEED TO PACK IT IN JUST YET…FOR THAT LAST LAST ONE! BIG BAMBOO “…live performances occur nightly during dinner service and after…” www.bigbamboocafe.com

In addition to writing for Monthly, Sally Kerr-Dineen freelances for Zagat/Google compiling and editing area surveys with the additional responsibility of writing restaurant reviews for the upcoming Zagat Lowcountry guide.

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3. MY LOWCOUNTRY: THE WORLD’S GREATEST GYMNASIUM

BY CRAIG HYSELL

WHEN’S THE LAST TIME YOU PULLED A “BUELLER?” YOU KNOW, A FERRIS BUELLER; A TIME WHEN YOU REALIZED THAT LIFE MOVES PRETTY FAST AND THAT IF YOU DIDN’T STOP AND LOOK AROUND ONCE IN AWHILE, YOU COULD MISS IT? Was it last month? A year ago? Never, because you’re too busy and don’t have time for that ridiculous sort of thing?

However long it’s been, don’t panic. Most of us have things to do and accountability to the lives we support with our own. It’s called being an adult. That doesn’t mean we can’t get out there and suck the marrow from life though!

And if you’re the type that isn’t truly living unless you’re working up a sweat, there’s no better place in the world than right here.

Go on a bike ride. “A bike ride? To ‘suck the marrow from life?’ Is this guy serious?”

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Hilton Head await you, and with the opening of the Bluffton Parkway from 170 to Buckingham Plantation, you can now get almost anywhere in B-Town by bike. But you have to do it right. Don’t just get on a bike and make it your mission to get from A to B. You need to pull an Easy Rider, preferably without all the hallucinogens and sad endings. Just hop on a bike (you can rent one if you don’t have one) and pedal. Slowly. Take your time. Look at the trees. Feel the breeze.

The sun. Smell the air. Watch out for cars.

Go nowhere special with no mission other than to enjoy the day.

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Or slip into the spandex and join the hardcore riders of Kickin’ Asphalt or the Bike Doctor/On On Tri Bike Group (Ed. Note: Stay tuned for more from the BD/OOT group).

Play a sport. There’s nothing like being on a team. There’s nothing like the smell of a field or the competition and camaraderie that comes with sport. It should be fun, so what’s fun for you? Bluffton Kickball League (on.fb.me/NILUOA)? The Hilton Head Rugby Club (bit.ly/ QGCK1X)? Adult soccer or basketball leagues at the Island Rec Center (www.islandreccenter.org)? Indoor swimming at the Rec or Bluffton Pool (843-706-2285)? What did you like to do as a kid that you keep telling yourself you can no longer do?

What have you always wanted to try?

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Bust some caps. If you’re antigun then you should probably skip down to the next line. But, if you like shooting or are at least curious about it, going after some paper targets or skeet in a controlled environment is a fun way to spend an afternoon. Local shooting clubs and ranges can offer rentals of weapons as well as lessons on how to use them. Very few things can devalue all those silly little stressors that build up in our lives than realizing the responsibility you carry when holding a loaded firearm in your hands. Places to send a few rounds downrange include Dos Lupes gun club in Ridgeland (targetgunrange.com), Palmetto Indoor Range (palmettoindoorrange.com).

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Local shooting clubs and ranges can offer rentals of weapons as well as lessons on how to use them.

Go fishing. For sharks.

Big sharks. Sport fishing is a great way to spend a day… or a life! It’s a visceral experience and, honestly, if you are inept out in open water there is some serious risk involved.

Find a reputable captain, grab some family or friends, and go have fun for the day.

And, if you really want to get outside the norm for most people, there is nothing like seeing how big a 12-foot tiger shark or 14-foot hammerhead looks in person.

Sharp teeth are pretty aweinspiring when there are lots of them a few feet from your face and in a mouth that most of your body could fit into! Obviously, the list of fishing charters available in the area would dwarf the amount of space we have here. In this situation, Google is your friend.

Get on the court. Tennis might not be the ultimate “marrow-sucking” experience for most of us, but, like anything, it can be if you want it to be. Remember, it’s not the game, it’s what the game teaches you about life that’s important. Get out there and show some love (see what we did there?) at the six public courts at Chaplin Public Tennis Center (1.usa. gov/P1mJEk) or the four at Cordillo Public Tennis Center (1.usa.gov/NGoNSR). In Bluffton, there’s the Bobcat Public Tennis Center.

Craig Hysell is the owner of CrossFit Hilton Head. He has the awesome job of seeing people change their lives on a daily basis in his gym. He gets back to reality by hanging with his gym members, surfing (admittedly not nearly enough), watching the sunset and eye-opening conversations with his 3-year-old daughter, Francesca.

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4. MY LOWCOUNTRY: A WORK OF ART

BY ROSLYN FARHI

There must be something in the air, the atmosphere, the ambience of Bluffton and Hilton Head Island that sets people singing, dancing, emoting, painting, photographing or just touring and exploring to attend performances, plays, and artists’ receptions. It’s easy to become an art lover, an art doer, an art collector, if you live in the Lowcountry.

“Musical productions are very popular in this area”, says Wendell MacNeal, director of the recently sold-out performances of “Evita” at the May River Theatre. “We have three theaters here for musicals, Magnolia Hall at Sun City Hilton Head, the Arts Center on Hilton Head Island and the May River Theatre in Bluffton.”

Nostalgia reigns supreme in our Lowcountry’s musical performances.

“The Follies” at Sun City’s Magnolia Hall features a replay of the “Golden Girls”, the Arts Center on Hilton Head Island showcases “Anything Goes” in December and the May River Theatre, in its eleventh season, comes up with “The Fantasticks” in late October, after a successful run in August of “The Producers,” under the direction and choreography of Jodie Dupuis and the production skills of Ed Dupuis.

Accolades and applause are due for other fine theaters in our tour of the Arts. We have the South Carolina Repertory Theater providing us with lesser known, but high quality dramatic works, backed by a highly professional group in both acting and writing. For talented young people to hone their skills in all aspects of stagecraft there’s the Main Street Youth Theater on Hilton Head Island.

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in our Lowcountry? Can’t you “hear the beat of dancing feet? The avenue I’m taking you to is 42nd Street”...

Maybe not 42nd Street, but a bit closer, Sheridan Park in Bluffton, where you’ll find The Bluffton School of Dance and Performing Arts. Feel the beat, the energy, see toddlers, teens and adults perform hip-hop, acrobatics, tap, jazz and ballet under the tutelage of Dawn Rosa and her rocking staff. You’ll begin to tap dance your way down the highway to another arts destination, Calhoun Street, part of Old Town Bluffton, home of the Bluffton’s Farmer’s Market, each Thursday from 2-7 p.m.

You’ll hear live music when Bill Dupont sings out in his deep baritone, a crowd pleaser, “It’s A Wonderful World;” a taste of Satchmo in the Lowcountry.

Then head over to Church and Calhoun Streets to view the work of artists from SoBA, the Society of Bluffton Artists. President Sandra Wenig says, “We have 175 artists in our group. We’re unique because we give back to the community in art scholarships to local high school seniors who are pursing an education in the arts and we go out to give free art lessons to fourth and fifth graders in our local schools.”

You can visit the SoBA art gallery from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays or 11-2 p.m. on Sundays. They change their exhibits each month.

Before you leave Old Town Bluffton stop in to visit these other local galleries: Filling Station, Gallery Without Walls and Fantozzi.

When you cross the bridge to Hilton Head Island, you’ll find more associations dedicated to music, art, photography, singing.

The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra is now in its 31st season, a

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fine record for our area. This season John Morris Russell is the new music director and principal conductor.

The program for the 2012-13 season runs from October 2012 until May 2013, and features work by Johann Sebastian Bach, Franz Joseph Haydn and Antonio Vivaldi. The motto of the Hilton Head Symphony says it all: “To inspire and enrich.” It does all this with its youth programs and concerto competitions.

But the arts scene on the island has just as much to offer when it comes to color as it does sound.

When asked why the arts scene on the island was so healthy, Ben Whiteside, co-owner of Morris & Whiteside Gallery said, “There’s a

certain loyalty factor, with people coming to the area to purchase paintings repeatedly.”

Morris & Whiteside is housed inside the former Red Piano Art Gallery, which served as a focal point for the area’s arts scene for many years. Several of the iconic artists from that era will be participating in Evening of the Arts later this month.

Flip to our Lowcountry calendar for more information.

Another jewel in the crown of Hilton Head Island’s music offerings is the Hilton Head Choral Society, now in its 37th year, 100 voices strong, which has just completed its summer pops series with “Songs of Travel,” under the

direction of Tim Reynolds at the First Presbyterian Church.

The Art League of Hilton Head under the direction of Linda Powers is in its 41st year and rightfully boasts about its reputation as one of the largest and most inclusive art organizations in our area.

With 500 members and its access to exhibit space at the Walter Greer gallery in Shelter Cove it’s able to offer four outstanding exhibits each year.

A more recent group on the art scene, formed this year, is the Artists of Sea Pines. Rosemary Kimball

reports there are 55 members who paint outdoors and then exhibit their work at the CSA Gallery. Ten percent of monies received for their work are donated to the Sea Pines Forest Preserve.

What’s wonderful and special about our Lowcountry is the support our schools, galleries, libraries and churches give to the art community. We have so many art organizations who subscribe to the tenet that art in our Lowcountry is a bridge to communicate with each other. One that adds joy, meaning and beauty to our lives.

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5. MY LOWCOUNTRY: A FAMILY PLAYGROUND

BY BARRY KAUFMAN | PHOTO BY ROB KAUFMAN

To me, the Lowcountry is.. hold on, sweetie. Daddy’s writing.

Sorry about that, folks.

To me, the Lowcountry is a wonderland of… get that out of your mouth. I mean it.

Kids, right? What can you do?

To me, the Low… keep your hands to yourselves. I am not even close to kidding right now. … …

To me, the … THAT’S IT. Everyone in the minivan.

You’ve been cooped up here all day and it’s time to get some fresh air in you.

And you, reader are coming with us. Crank up the Raffi, align the straw on your Capri Sun just right, and prepare yourself for another day in a family guy’s paradise.

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tourists. They spend a pretty penny and subject themselves to upwards of 24 hours in a minivan with small children just for a week of the exact family-friendly experience you can get by simply walking outside your door.

Take advantage of it.

HIT THE MUSEUM

Your first stop on the day of family fun has to be the Coastal Discovery Museum.

You can go for one of the countless bird watching programs, educational meet and greets with Lowcountry critters, or outdoor excursions they offer, or you can just go.

Somewhere between the butterfly enclosures, the boardwalks meandering through tranquil marshes, the apiary and the marsh tacky barn, something amazing will happen to your kids.

Suddenly those Nintendo DS games and Facebook status updates that were so impera-

tive this morning will be forgotten.

DOLPHIN WATCHING

Odds are good if you’re reading this, you didn’t grow up around here. Statistically, you grew up in some Midwestern-oriented pocket of the country. And you know what you don’t see a lot of in the Midwest? Dolphins. At least outside of Sea World.

So now you’re here, and your kids have an opportunity you never had. You must take advantage of this.

Now, boat tours offering dolphin spotting are legion, so it would be unfeasible to list them here. Plus, if you’re like us, you’re looking to maybe spot a few bottlenoses on the cheap. So here are you best spots.

In Bluffton, sandbar enthusiasts aren’t the only ones taking advantage of the May River’s gentle flow. We can

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Beaufort County at your service GOVERNMENT OFFICES, HOSPITALS AND SCHOOLS AT A GLANCE personally attest to dolphin sightings during family trips to Oyster Factory Park and Alljoy Beach.

On the island, you’d think being right on an ocean would make for some prime dolphin watching, but spotting one on the beach is surprisingly rare compared to spotting one on the island’s interior. You can head down to the Pinckney Island boat landing and spot a few fins slipping above the surface at Skull Creek. There are also a few friendly dolphins hanging out at the marinas along Broad Creek. As a reminder, feeding or harassing dolphins is illegal. Imitating dolphin noises for your kids, however, is hilarious.

FOUL-WEATHER FAVORITES

Taking the family out to see wildlife and explore the Lowcountry is all well and good, assuming the weather holds out. But what of those days were the heavens just open up and unleash buckets and buckets and rain (we call those days August)? What do you do then?

Easy. If you’re in Bluffton and have younger kids, Island Playground is awesome.

During open play, $10 gets your kids into a crazy amount of bouncy houses while you can hang out in the adult lounge. For families with older kids, Station 300 gives families

a chance to get some bonding time over a few frames and games.

On the island, younger kids will dig a day at the Sandbox (see what we did there?). For $7 you get to open the throttle on your kid’s imagination, with pirate ships, airplane cockpits, building sets, crafts, and a slew of more fun exhibits. And yes, you will end up getting just as much into the exhibits as the kids do. If you have older kids, Adventure Cove gives you a great chance to finally prove who in the family has the most game. Skee-Ball, air hockey, prizes and more await.

FAMILY GUIDES

And now, a few family outings from dynamic dads and magnificent moms shared with Monthly on our Facebook page: Full moon Kayak with Outside Hilton Head – Susan K. Evening Turtle Talks at the Coastal Discovery Museum – Katherine S. Farmers market at Honey Horn on Fridays – Katie G. Harbour Town for the Gregg Russell show – Lindy R. Fish Island in the Forest Preserve – Tom C. Discovered there are a bunch of picnic tables near the fence by the old airport terminal on HHI... perfect place to take the kids and watch planes land and take off! – Matthew B. M

Beaufort County School District 843-322-2300 (main switchboard) 800-763-1875 (toll-free) 843-322-2371 (fax) 2900 Mink Point Boulevard Beaufort, South Carolina 29902 communitycomments@beaufort. k12.sc.us

Business Offices Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce 843-785-3673 1 Chamber of Commerce Drive Hilton Head Isle, SC 29928

Government Offices Hilton Head Island Town Clerk 843-341-4604 1 Town Center Court Hilton Head Isle, SC 29928 Beaufort County Government Center 539 William Hilton Parkway Hilton Head Island, 29926 843-842-4221 and 4819 Bluffton Parkway Bluffton, 29910 843-757-1500 Beaufort County Council 843-470-2591 P.O. Drawer 1228 100 Ribaut Road Beaufort, 29901 Bluffton Town Hall 843-706-4500 P.O. Box 386 20 Bridge Street Bluffton, 29910

Hospitals Hilton Head Hospital 843-681-6122 25 Hospital Center Blvd Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 Coastal Carolina Hospital 843-784-8000 1000 Medical Center Drive Hardeeville, SC 29927 Beaufort Memorial Hospital 955 Ribaut Rd. Beaufort, SC 29902 843-522-5200 St. Joseph’s/Candler St. Joseph: 912-819-4100 11705 Mercy Blvd.

Savannah, GA 31419 Candler: 912-819-6000 5353 Reynolds St. Savannah, GA 31405

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A CLASSIC TRADITIONAL FEEL... ... JUST MORE FUN

Photos by Joshua Erinn Photography

WEDDING PLANNER JULIE MILLER MADE ONE COUPLE’S BIG DAY A MASTERPIECE

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Tiffany Taylor and Mitch Thoreson, married May 26, 2012 at St. Francis by the Sea. Wedding reception held at Sonesta Resort.

hen Tiffany called me, I got this classic traditional feel.

Then I met her and Mitch and right away I was struck by one thing: They were both very fun people,” said wedding planner Julie Miller.

That insight into her clients led to a wedding where each quirky detail belied a playful sense of humor, but those details added up to a stunningly elegent wedding.

That contrast could be seen everywhere. A traditional Catholic ceremony at St. Francis led to a beach

reception with lighting effects to rival any nightclub. A lush pink lemonade and raspberry chocolate wedding cake from Signe’s graced everyone’s plate, while flip-flops, handed out as wedding favors, graced everyone’s feet.

And while some bottles wore custom-made Koozies, one bottle contained a very unique idea.

“Tiffany brought in this antique bottle and had everyone put a message in there for the couple,” Miller explained. “And they’re going to read all of them on their first anniversary.”

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In the details: Miller oversaw an amazing number of details to make Taylor and Thoreson’s big day happen, from lighting effects by Meeting Dynamics, custom Koozies, stunning light-up centerpieces from Flowers by Sue, an elegant cake from Signe’s, and the flip flops seen below “They’re really popular right now, said Miller. “Once the dancing starts, everyone just kicks off their high heels and goes for it.”

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WEDDINGS WITH LEAH / LEAH MCCARTHY leah@weddingswithleah.com

Pin for the win For brides, it’s actually a good thing to be a pinhead.

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t can be hard to keep up with all the new blogs and websites popping up for brides to utilize in their wedding planning , but one website has not only proven enormously helpful, but also ridiculously addicting. We refer, of course, to the productivity vacuum known as Pinterest.

If “pinning” hasn’t become part of your vocabulary, it should be. It is right up there now with “Google it” and “tweeting.” And for anyone who can use some visual inspiration, it’s essential.

Pinterest was created by an ex-Google employee, Ben Silberman, back in 2010. At first launch, Pinterest had only 200 users. Now, Pinterest has over 11.7 million users, of which 83 percent are female.

This hot website drives more referral traffic than Google Plus, Linkedin, and YouTube combined.* What does this mean for planning your big day? In a word, inspiration. The wedding category alone on Pinterest has over 17.8 million pins or saved images.

Gone are the days of tearing out pictures from magazines and stuffing them into a huge binder or pinning them to a bulletin board. Pinterest is now the virtual version of that same concept, and it allows you to have quick reference and accessibility to everything you’ve saved and loved.

Pinterest is by far the best way for a bride to organize her visual wedding dreams. It is a more organized means of collecting those little snippets of inspiration and sharing them with vendors, wedding party members, and the groom.

Anyone can request an invitation for an account through Pinterest or from a friend who

is already registered. Once you are registered and logged into your account, you will see a “Pinterest Feed;” essentially a plethora of images from clothing, recipes, crafts, home organization, and even personal style from friends and users on Pinterest.

You can search a keyword to find specific ideas. A bride may search the words “outdoor wedding” or “flowers” or, more specifically, “green bridesmaid’s dresses.” That will bring up a list of “pins” or pictures relating to her search.

When she sees something that she’d like to save, she simply “pins it” or clicks on the image.

A Pinterest user will create different boards, or folders, where images (aka “pins”) are saved. A bride may have a board labeled “cake ideas” or “wedding dresses.” These boards can be shared with her wedding planner, potential cake vendors, and even the wedding boutique when looking for her dress.

Pinterest is by far the best use of sharing images on the web today. A bride’s mother or bridesmaid can access her board to see what she is dreaming about and comment on her wedding ideas. It works especially well if loved ones and bridal party members live far away, because they can access and share comments and feedback instantly.

If you were to follow my boards, you would see everything from DIY crafts (which I hope to do at least one in this lifetime), kid stuff, recipes, party ideas, organizational ideas, and another dream board of places I’d like to travel. If you haven’t started pinning yet, don’t wait any longer.

Be prepared to be “pin-happy” like me! M

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weddings | PINTEREST

Bold and colorful is in! This wedding paired shades of grass green with stunning bright florals, even hanging from the chandeliers.

Hampton Hall

Celebrating the blessings of marriage.

Forsythe Jewelers

The perfect style for the perfect day.

The Hair Designers

Orchids make an elegant wedding cake topper.

Gardenias Floral and Gift Baskets

An elegant formal affair.

Patti Shea Patti Shea Signature Wedding & Event Design

Easy DIY. Make cute burlap bags with simple wedding label, coordinating ribbon, and fill with favor such as small honey jars, confections, trinkets.

Weddings With Leah

A high style wedding in the low country!

Chocolate Truffle celebration cake for all occasions. Weddings, showers, parties.

Elegant food, simply done.

Menus that pleases every palate.

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Remember your guests with fine gifts.

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Turn a porch into a palace with A Floral Affair!

Great New Look!

A Floral Affair Scott Hopkins Photography

Mimosa bar for morning of wedding with bridesmaids while getting ready

Rollers Wine & Spirits

Pretty Papers & Gifts

Make your wedding day tablescape perfectly personal with fun items available at the J Banks Retail Store!

J Banks Design

Crafty personal touches make for a memorable wedding day

Julie Miller Weddings & Events, llc

Let All About Me create a signature style for your special day!

All About Me

Made to order, meant to last. The perfect gift for... The Bride... An Anniversary... Me

Simple doesn’t have to mean basic.

Here it’s considered elegant.

Island Girl

The Beach House, a Holiday Inn Resort

Simple flower arrangement on tree stump

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FROM LOUISIANA... ...TO THE LOWCOUNTRY Photos by Willie Joe Rice

Andy Milford and Mallory Weaver, marrried June 8, 2012 on the 18th green at Harbour Town. Wedding reception at the Plantation Club.

HOW WEDDING PLANNER SERENA CRUMLEY MADE A FEW NEW FRIENDS

“I

still play Words with Friends with them. When they come back in town to visit, they call me,” said Serena Crumley when talking about the wedding party at the Mallory Weaver/Andy Milford nuptials shown here.

That personal connection was forged during a wedding that called for a lot of thinking on Crumley’s feet. There was, for example, the not-trivial detail that no one in the wedding lived on Hilton Head or had ever been here before.

“The bride had a lot of family

in Pennsylvania and a lot of family in Louisiana,” Crumley explained. “They wanted somewhere in the middle, and found Hilton Head.”

So from afar, Crumley helped plan an LSU-flavored wedding decked out in purple, from bridesmaids dresses and phone covers to flowers.

“Vera Wang just released a fragrance, lovestruck floral rush, that has a lavender bottle and lavender flowers. I’m not sure if it’s a trend, but there’s an awful lot of purple in my life all of a sudden,” Crumley said.

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On the line: According to Crumley, a lot of brides will specifically ask for no line dancing music. Not so at this bayou-flavored wedding, where the bride and her five sisters all surprised the guests with a perfectly choreographed line dance to “Cotton-eyed Joe.” “No one knew they were going to do it,” said Crumley, noting the efforts of DJ Mike Lockaby in keeping the party on its toes.

“He’s so interactive. If he sees a wallflower, he gets them out there,” added Crumley.

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Amanda Lynn Kaiser and John C. Kaiser, married June 25, 2012. Ceremony and reception at Apple Hill Farm, Waynesville NC. Photography by Terri Clark Photography.

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SHOW OFF YOUR WEDDING ALBUM To submit photos and announcements, email editor@hiltonheadmonthly.com with the subject line “Weddings.”

DANAO/KING Susan Danao and Gene King, married May 26, 2012. Ceremony at Mitchelville Beach, HHI Reception at Myrtle’s Restaurant in Bluffton.

Photography by Willie J. Rice.

BOULWARE/ HELMS Hillary Boulware and Joeseph Helms, married August 11, 2012. Ceremony at Okatie Baptist Church.

Reception at Okatie Baptist Pavillion.

Photography by Ruthe Ritterbeck, Photos by Ruthe.

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We’re

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Inside the world of the wedding planner.

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ODAY’S BRIDE IS A SAVVY ONE. SHE’S A BIT OLDER THAN HER PEERS FROM PREVIOUS GENERATIONS, SO SHE HAS A LITTLE MORE DOUGH TO SPEND AND A MORE REFINED STYLE TO SHOWCASE. SHE’S A TECH-SAVVY PINNER WHO HAS SOLID DIY INTENTIONS BUT HOLLYWOOD WEDDING DREAMS.

BY ROBYN PASSANTE

She also has a full-time job, a sizable social circle and a lot on her plate, even before The Question was popped. In short, she’s the perfect client for a wedding planner.

“A big benefit of hiring a wedding planner is the convenience factor,” for brides who wish they could do it all but know they can do it better with help, said David Wood, president of the international Association of Bridal Consultants. “Your wedding should not be a learning experience. It’s like a onenight Broadway show, and you want to get it right the first time.”

That show is something that takes just the kind of planning, timing and attention to detail that certified wedding planners are trained to provide.

There’s a lot a wedding planner can bring to the table, but first and foremost is “making the event happen on time and under budget, because these things spiral out of control,” Wood said.

“Weddings are a very emotional business, and you can generally benefit from having a cool head involved in the planning process.”

The wedding planner’s first job is to sit down with the couple and find out their vision for the day: The dates they’re looking at, the number of guests they’d like to plan for, the style, and a rough budget for the whole shebang.

This initial meeting, once held with a bride and her big binder of ideas, has been amped up with the use of Internet research in general and social media sites like Pinterest in particular.

“Nobody wants the last wedding they went to. Everybody wants something different — they want to brand the event to the couple — where they used to go, or where they met, or what they like,” Wood said. While the internet can give a bride a plethora of gorgeously photographed ideas, there’s a catch.

“The problem is, every one of those images has a price tag attached to it, and that you usually don’t see,” Wood said.

“Every wish list has a price tag.”

A wedding planner’s job is to take the best of the bride’s ideas and dreams and formulate a solid, workable plan around them. She does her homework, contacting appropriate venues and other service providers to map out a complete proposal for the wedding — sometimes multiple proposals with different price points and number of guests. With any luck, the couple signs off on the proposal and the wedding planner.

And then the real work begins.

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“a wedding planner is there to create the day of your dreams while allowing the bride and groom to enjoy it rather than stress over it” give a professional opinion and make unemotional decisions, without feeling any obligation whatsoever to let sweet Aunt Dee make the wedding cake like she wants to.

A wedding planner sees the big picture amid a mound of details, and does not get hung up on any one thing. This allows the planning process to move forward in a timeframe that will ensure everything, and everyone, is perfectly ready on the big day.

Above all, a wedding planner is there to create the day of your dreams while allowing the bride and groom to enjoy it rather than stress over it. Wood said he has seen plenty of brides who try to do everything themselves, only to succumb to the stress.

“The DIY movement has increased the last-minute panic calls we get,” Wood said. It’s easy to research wedding details on the Internet, but actually pulling them all off without any professional help is much tougher. “The Internet’s not going to replace your melting cake in July, or have a backup limo supplier when your first one doesn’t show up.”

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WEDDING ELEGANCE... ... LOWCOUNTRY FLAVOR Photos courtesy Ashley Rhodes

WEDDING PLANNER ASHLEY RHODES HELPS MERGE LOVE AND LOCATION

“S Stay here: Sweeping river views and the chance for unique details like this oyster shell make the Lowountry perfect for weddings.

tay local, buy local goods for favors and embrace Lowcountry style and settings,” said Ashley Rhodes. Rhodes has planned a score of Lowcountry weddings, and is full of ideas for making your local wedding one-of-a-kind.

Details abound, such as the sweet potato butter from Lowcountry Produce given out as wedding favors. “They were listed in Oprah’s favorite things four years ago,”

Rhodes added.

Of course, the key to pulling off a Lowcountry wedding that juggles grace and beauty with the outdoorsy setting of the Lowcountry is someone who can take the reins.

“Find a suitable planner,” suggested Rhodes. “Be sure to interview several. You want to make sure you have a good fit for your special day. Hire a planner you trust and have fun.”

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Naughty Groomsman T DISASTER #1 POTENTIAL INTOXICATION

THE FIX

Consult with your wedding planner and have them notify the bartender to be on the lookout for TNG. Tell them to prepare his drinks “liquor last.” Have them pour the mixer in all the way to the top and just splash the liquor on the top and do not stir the drink. Later, enjoy a giggle when they brag about their suddenly legendary tolerance.

BY MARIANNA BARBREY

ODAY WE ADDRESS A REAL AND SERIOUS THREAT TO WEDDINGS ALL OVER THE WORLD… BEHOLD “ THE NAUGHTY GROOMSMAN.” Everyone knows who The Naughty Groomsman (TNG) is. He is the crazy fraternity brother, the best friend since grade school, the cousin from the “crazy side of the family”or the ridiculous co-worker who is always stirring things up. Somehow, against the bride’s wishes and the groom’s better judgment, he has just secured a place in the wedding party. Improve your wedding planning chops by memorizing these techniques for neutralizing him.

DISASTER #3 TNG BREAKS/LOSES SOMETHING

THE FIX

In many ways, TNG is like a 3-year-old. He doesn’t really want responsibility and it will just stress you both out if you give him any.

Don’t give TNG a pass on any task related to remembering where things are / knowing how to get to places / doing anything other than avoiding disaster. Don’t let TNG be alone near red wine, large bodies of water, the gift table, an open flame or the cake.

DISASTER #4 TNG DOES NOT HAVE A GOOD TIME

THE FIX

DISASTER #2 TNG HAS CONTROL OF A MICROPHONE

THE FIX

Even though he may want to tell the story, your grandmother doesn’t need to know about the groom’s more NC-17-rated adventures during college. Plan ahead with the band or DJ to establish non-verbal cues for when it’s time to cut the mic.

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The biggest issue with TNG is that he is fun. He is the party. But he is dangerous in his inability to slow down the extreme party train once it start chuggin’ along. You want TNG to have fun – you just don’t want it to happen at the expense of you or other wedding member’s enjoyment. Other guests will follow TNG’s lead so you want him to have a blast. This is when we reveal our biggest secret to containing TNG. Invite his parents. They already know how wild he is but there are some things that a man will just not do when his mother is in the same room – no matter how much they have had to drink. This way TNG will keep himself in check but, still be able to enjoy the party.

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Spring Island homeowners blend old with new for casual comfort.

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Want to see your home in our Home Discovery feature? e-mail editor@hiltonheadmonthly.com

BY GWYNETH J. SAUNDERS PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROB KAUFMAN

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O DETAIL WAS TOO SMALL FOR THE ARCHITECT, BUILDER, CABINET MAKER OR HOMEOWNER TO INCLUDE IN PLANS FOR A TWO-BEDROOM HOME ON SPRING ISLAND. With a sense of being both stewards of the land as well as of their home, the owners chose to use reclaimed materials and repurpose other items when planning.

Tucked in next to part of the community’s 3,000 acres of wildlife preserve, the 2,911-square-foot home greets visitors with a large and welcoming screened-in front porch. The beautiful mahogany doors can be hooked open for a more expansive feel – insects permitting.

The main house – there is a detached two-car/golf cart garage with an upstairs guest room – is all on one level, a 2,400-squarefoot space that feels much larger because of the high ceilings and openness of the great room.

On entering from the porch, visitors find themselves in the kitchen, family and dining room – a space designed for freeflowing living without the confinement of walls or partitions.

The entire home has hard pine flooring, and early in the planning stage, the owners purchased about 1,200 square feet from a company going out of business in the upstate.

“They knew we sold it, so we provided the rest of the hard pine flooring as well as the ceiling beams,” said Pat Strimpfel, chief operating officer of Bluffton master builders Reclamation

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“Most of the materials we get are from old textile mills in the South,” Strimpfel said.

That sat well with the owners, who have strong family ties to the mills. The unfinished beams in the great room show their age, an effect Strimpfel says cannot be easily replicated.

Large windows along the back wall look out into the yard. When realizing that they needed a place for their well-used grand piano, the owners chose to close in what was to be an open porch. The decision resulted in what they called a “happy accident,” allowing them to fulfill a wish to have a portion of the home appear as if it had been added on.

With the piano poised for performance at one end of the former porch, the dining furniture was then moved along the windows, giving diners an almost-uninhibited view.

The change has since been repeated by Thomas Hiatt architects which worked very closely with the owners.

“They wanted a very unique plan and they didn’t really want a traditional house, just two bedrooms,” said Thomas Hiatt. “Taking the rear

porch as enclosed space to make it look like it was added on is something which we have since done several times.”

Hiatt said everything in the house has a purpose and a use.

“They decided against an office and instead expanded the hallway to include a study area and turned what was a wasted hallway into a functional space,” he said. “We were able to go into directions that resulted in a very unique plan.”

The owners’ plan on this being their permanent home and worked with their entire team to plan for the future. That includes the master shower, built with the owners plan to age in place in mind. It has no lip on the floor, making it wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair.

“We want to build new homes with the best technology and materials while making everything esthetically functional,” Strimpfel said.

Cabinetmaker Mark Reichert, owner of Mark of Excellence, had a major role in turning each of the rooms into a comfortable yet functional space. Throughout the home are custom-built shelves, cupboards and vanities. The hallway

office wall has a built-in space that holds an old post office mail slot cupboard. Around the corner is a bunk bed hideaway for young guests with a small TV cupboard opposite the beds.

In the guest room, Reichert built and installed an armoire flanked by drawers. In the butler’s pantry and kitchen – in addition to the many cupboards - open drawers roll out and shelves offer space for baskets holding linens and other light goods.

Reichert also built the guest bathroom vanities, master vanities and closet, entertainment center, bench, and entry and the hallway desk.

“I just love doing cabinets. Probably the most challenging part of this job was the sheer volume. I did everything, cabinet-wise,” Reichert said. “Probably the most fun was the kitchen, with inset drawers. It’s a very cottagey, very Lowcountry look.”

The guest room above the garage can sleep four and provide for basic needs with the kitchenette and bath. A child-size nook contains a bed ready for grandchildren and closets have enough space for luggage or decorations.

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The owners’ entry from the garage brings family into a mudroom complete with shoe shelves and coat hooks. A tiny bathroom holds a retrofitted antique vanity that is made complete by a small round basin, a tap that extrudes from the beadboard wall and a repurposed tin panel from an old courthouse that now holds an antique square mirror.

“People are looking at living in a smaller, more practical space for many reasons, including leaving a smaller environmental footprint,” said Strimpfel. “These owners are about reutilizing and repurposing materials and accessories and they are constantly on the hunt for more.”

Those are only a few of the new-old touches in the house. The kitchen granite countertop has been

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honed, said Strimpfel, taking off the high gloss that appears on most granite counters.

There are also many surprises in the home, details that may not have been discussed but resulted in a wonderful sense of oneness.

Perhaps it is because, as Strimpfel said, her husband looks at every home they build as a work of art and builds it as if it were his own home.

The architect might agree with that assessment.

“Probably the neatest feature in the house is the transoms over the doors. That works with the high ceilings. However, the ceiling over the owners’ entryway drops,” Hiatt said, “yet it looks as if that transom has glass, too. Really, the transom is mirrored. That was really the builder, making the look consistent.” M

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ELECTRICIAN Gene Feiner Electric RECLAIMED HEART PINE BEAMS AND FLOORING Reclaimed Building Materials, Inc. PAINTING & DRYWALL Paint Pros of the Lowcountry TILE INSTALLER Matthews Tile WINDOWS & DOORS Builders FirstSource INSULATION EnviroFoam PAINT SUPPLIER Sherwin Williams COUNTERTOPS Kelca ROOFING May River Roofing DOOR HARDWARE & BATH ACCESSORIES Bird Hardware

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72 DEERFIELD ROAD

LAGOON & OYSTER REEF GREEN VIEW – HHP

ON YOUR DECK you will enjoy the Rookery with bird activity. This 4 BR plus office or 3 BR, office and very large Bonus Room, 4.5 Baths, formal LR & DR, plus eat in kitchen home is located in Seabrook Landing of Hilton Head Plantation.

Neighborhood pool complex and day dock on the Intracoastal waterway. Large private lot, high smooth ceilings, built in surround sound, expansive deck and 3 car garage. $884,000

WATER & MARSH VIEWS. Port Royal Sound, Skull Creek over the marsh of Elliott Creek. The homesite is covered with moss draped hardwoods and Palmettos. Split level floor plan with most every room having water views.Wood floors, smooth ceilings with updated kitchen, dining room and sitting room. Master Suite with wrap around windows, ceiling speakers and a suite bath, boutique shop like walk in closet & dressing area. Access to Dolphin Head. $778,500

OYSTER REEF COVE LAGOON w/view of 10th green of Oyster Reef Golf Club. Private pool & Kool Deck. Artist’s delight with a 4th BR or studio over the garage, 3rd BR or large office with storage room w/wood shelves and sitting area. Tile flooring, high ceilings, 4 BR, 2 full & 2 half BA or Bonus Room studio. Formal LR & DR, 2 fireplaces, den, screened porch, 4 HVACs, and MORE! $530,000

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OUTSTANDING FAMILY / CAROLINA ROOM in this 9th fairway Oyster Reef Golf course view home. 3 bedroom, 3 Bath home on an oversized homesite with a lagoon view to the front. Formal LR w/ fireplace, DR, and large Family Room w/ fireplace. Green house window and eat in Kitchen. New floor coverings, cabinets, and interior paint. $414,800

ENJOY ROOKERY NEIGHBORHOOD pool and long Lagoon Views from the HHP home. Close to HHP’s Main Entrance, dining & shopping, only a bike ride to the Beach. This HHP home features 3 BR. 3 BA, Formal LR & DR plus an eat-in Kitchen. The Rookery is one of HHP’s most unique communities with neighborhood get togethers. $398,000

OPPORTUNITY to own a nice home in Hilton Head Plantation. Not a short sale or foreclosure.

Near Dolphin Head Beach Park and 2nd row marsh on a moss draped hardwood covered full sized lot.

Lovingly cared for. Features include a Wheel-OVator wheelchair elevator, updated master bath with granite and safety rails. Newer roof and HVAC system, 3 BR, formal LR & DR, oak floors, masonry fireplace, screened porch, garage, mature landscaping on a private cul-de-sac. $252,000

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205 BEACHWALK SHIPYARD

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COMFORTABLE AND CONVENIENT in The Rookery neighborhood of Hilton Head Plantation with a neighborhood pool complex. 3 BR, 2.5 BA, updated kitchen with granite and tile. Loft and a 2nd floor bedroom. Large winterized screened porch and wrap around deck, fireplace, 2 car garage.

Formal LR & DR. A lot of house for the money.

Close to shopping, the schools and the beach. Full sized lot with natural landscaping. $318,250

LOCATION, PRIVACY & VIEWS - This Lowcountry home has it all. Estate sized homesite in Hilton Head’s only private ocean front community and just off the Fish Haul tidal creek which leads to the Sound. Private - almost don’t see any neighbor houses.Views- moss draped hardwoods, pool, golf, and marsh. 3 BR, 3.5 BA, formal and casual Dining rooms, LR & Family Room, updated Kitchen & Baths. Expansive ground level storage and sitting area. $795,000

LOCATION & VALUE - Steps from one of the top 50 resort tennis complexes in the country - Van Der Meer at the Shipyard Racquet Club. Also the 4 Diamond Sonesta Resort Hotel, the Shipyard Beach Club and the Beach. Also a short bike ride to shopping, world class dining, golf and all Hilton Head Island has to offer. Beachwalk is the closest Shipyard villa complex to the beach with its own pool.This is a very private 2nd floor 1 BR, 2 BA villa with wrap around deck, golf & lagoon views & fireplace. $218,800

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DREAM of living in a tree house? Thanks to designer Kermit Huggins, 7 Ladson Court in Hilton Head Plantation will fulfill your dreams.

3rd floor crows nest and sundeck plus an outstanding view of moss draped hardwoods, palmettos, and the Marsh and Intracoastal Waterway. 3 BR, LR, DR, Kit/Fam Rm, 2nd floor library and office plus much more. Check out 7 Ladson Court – you will be glad you did! $885,000

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Located in HHP’s prestigious Hickory Forrest 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 LR and DR 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. $465,000

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13 KINGS COURT. Better than brand new – completely renovated down to the studs. 2 story, split BR plan, 3 BR, 2.5 BA. New wood floors, cabinets, granite tops, stainless appliances, bathrooms, roof, HVAC more! Just outside HH Plantation in quiet neighborhood. Short Sale. $198,500

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26 GABLES LANE

178 WHITE OAKS CIRCLE

42 MERIDIAN POINT DRIVE

ONE OF THE BEST values in Moss Creek!

Golfer? Moss Creek has a great deal & 2 fantastic courses. Boater? Protected deep water docks off the intracoastal waterway. Fitness fan? New health club & inviting pool complex. Renovated in 20082010, this 3 BR, 3 BA home overlooks 3 fairways and features newer roof & stucco. Updated baths & kitchen, granite and S/S appliances, wood floors and high ceilings, and sunroom off Master. $439,900

ONE OF ROSE HILL’S best lagoon and golf views. Enjoy sitting on your private patio watching golfers across a lagoon putt on the 4th green.

Watching the bird activity around the water will also be a joy and a great way to relax at the end of the day. 3 Bedrooms, tile floors, high ceilings, Carolina Room, formal LR & DR, oversized 2 car garage, plus Kitchen/Family Room. This home offers location, great floor plan, and value. $328,000

BEAUTIFUL DOUBLE GOLF VIEW home in gated Crescent community. 4 BR, plus in-law suite, 3.5 BA home with plenty of storage. 1st floor master, formal dining, open kitchen, great room with 2 story ceiling, and wood floors.

This elevated lowcountry style home has 2 back porches, a front wrap around porch and a 2+ car garage. $426,800

THIS 2-STORY GOLF COTTAGE at 26 Gables Lane features a screened in porch and back patio with a gas grill hookup. Other features of this 2 BR/ 2.5 BA plus a den home are tile and Berber floors, fireplace, and a first floor master. A great long view of the golf course and a lagoon complement this ready to move into home. $178,000

31 KENDALL DRIVE

THE RESERVE AT WOODBRIDGE

PARKSIDE AT BAYNARD PARK

26 JAMES O’S CT VERDIER VIEW

WELL CARED FOR single story home in Woodbridge. This 3 bedroom plus den home features smooth ceilings, crown moulding, and an eat in kitchen off of the great room. Other features are a large master suite with a separate shower and double vanity in the bathroom.

Near shopping and the schools. $189,000

TWO PROPERTIES! 3 BR/ 2 BA with screened porch on Ground Floor or 2 BR/ 2 BA 2nd Floor Condo with a sun room overlooking the woods. The Reserve at Woodbridge is a gated community with a community pool, fitness center, car wash, trash service and more! $122,000 / $67,000

11 ASHLEY CROSSING DR. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is a three story floor plan with a bonus room, formal dining room and office area. It is located 2 doors down from the community playground and within walking distance to the community pool. Features include hardwood and tile floors, nicely landscape yard with custom pavers patio and front facing balcony. $217,000

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85 SAW TIMBER DRIVE

THIS BRICK AND CEDAR HOME features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths that have just been newly painted. Other features of this home include fireplace, living room with tray ceiling and fan, eating area off of kitchen, screened porch, large fenced in back yard and oversized driveway. This home is located in the Verdier View neighborhood which has no restrictions. $145,000

HILTON HEAD PLANTATION 34 PEARL REEF LANE GOLF VIEW $129,900 18 CHINA COCKLE LANE 2ND ROW SOUND $259,000

OUTSTANDING MARSH TO DEEPWATER VIEWS FROM THIS UPDATED 2 BR VILLA. This first floor villa has numerous upgrades from smooth ceilings, wood floors, custom cabinets and wood blinds.Watch the sunset over the marsh from your deck. $89,900

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LOCATED ON THE INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY in Hilton Head Plantation. Easy access to the Port Royal Sound and the ocean.A front row seat for 4th of July Fireworks and breathtaking sunsets over the waterway and Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge. Includes water and electric.

141 Village of Skull Creek Dock up to 34’ boat $20,000 144 Village of Skull Creek Dock up to 36’ boat $24,500 155 Village of Skull Creek Dock up to 37’ boat $24,000

HAMPTON HALL 280 FARNSLEIGH AVE $179,000 INDIGO RUN 16 PRIMROSE LANE GOLF, LAGOON VIEW $215,000

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5 Bedrooms and 4.5 Baths. Pool/Spa and Lagoon View. $996,000

5 Bedrooms and 5.5 Baths. Pool/Spa and Golf View. $929,000

4 Bedrooms or 3 Bedrooms + Bonus Room, 4.5 Baths. Golf View. $899,000

5 Bedrooms and 5.5 Baths. 3 Car Garage.

Beautiful setting. $829,000

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3 Bedrooms and 3 Baths. Great Rentals. $799,000

4 Bedrooms or 3 Bedrooms + Bonus Room, 4 Baths.

Beach access. Golf View. $739,000

5 Bedrooms and 4.5 Baths. Pool + Summer Kitchen.

Bear Lake View. $695,000

4 Bedrooms + Study + Bonus Room and 3.5 Baths Triple Fairway View. $675,000

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3 Bedrooms and 3 Baths + Study. Pool and Golf View. $659,000

3 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths. Lagoon View.

Completely renovated 2008. $629,000

3 Bedrooms and 3.5 Baths + Study. Golf and Lagoon View. $574,500

4 Bedrooms and 3.5 Baths. Golf and Lagoon View. $579,000

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4 Bedrooms and 4 Baths. Lagoon and Golf View. $549,000

4 Bedrooms or 3 Bedrooms + Study; 3 Baths.

Lagoon and Golf View. $529,000

Courtyard at Skull Creek 3 BR’s and 3.5 BA’s. Starting at $499,000

3 Bedrooms and 3 Baths + Bonus Room Golf View. $450,000

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4 Bedrooms or 3 Bedrooms + Bonus Room; 3.5 Baths. Wooded View $439,000

4 Bedrooms or 3 Bedrooms + Bonus Room; 3.5 Baths. Lake and Golf View. $399,000

3 Bedrooms and 2 Baths + Office Close to Port Royal Sound. $399,000

3 Bedrooms + Large Study. Near the CCHH. $389,000

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Hampton Hall Hilton Head Plantation Indigo Run 3 Bedrooms and 2 Baths. Lagoon View. $335,000

2 Bedroom and 2 Bath The Greens Villa.

Golf View. $299,000

3 Bedroom and 2 Baths. Double Fairways and Lagoon View. $299,000

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

18 GREY WIDGEON – Magnificent oceanfront Sea Pines Estate.

British West Indies style 5 BR, 7.5 BA home built in the finest fashion. Lushly landscaped, heated pool & spa & private walkway to the beach. $5,500,000

SOUTH BEACH – SEA PINES – Fabulous all one level classic 3 br/2 ½ ba Sea Pines home with walls of glass sliders opening to deck, pool and expansive marsh views. Terrific floor plan with eat in kitchen/ den. High tray ceilings, 2 car gar, walk to beach. $799,000.

40 WEXFORD ON THE GREEN – Fabulous 4/4 Freestanding townhouse with super views of Broad Creek and marsh. 12’ smooth ceilings, crown moldings, plantation shutters, bonus room and so much more. Immaculate move in condition. $895,000 $795,000

63 BAYNARD COVE – Spectacular sunsets over the marshes out to Calibogue Sound from this private estate. Own approx. 1 acre of privacy in Sea Pines; 4 bedroom home with new, top of the line kitchen, heated pool, 3 fireplaces, and 3 car garage. One of a kind! $2,200,000

SEA PINES – PINE ISLAND – Marsh views all the way out to Calibogue Sound, this 4 br/4 ba has been extended and remodeled with new kitchen, master bath, terrific curb appeal. 3 car gar. $899,000

37 N. CALIBOGUE CAY – Fabulous 5 BR PLUS office, 6 BA home with private dock on deep water side of CC. Hardwood floors on all first floor. Smooth tray ceilings, crown moldings, gourmet kitchen, beautifully landscaped, one area with wrought iron gates. $2,350.000

24 WILDWOOD ROAD – A new listing in Greenwood Forest, rental income with neighborhood pool, tennis and playground. $329,000 furnished.

INDIGO RUN – Sunny all one level 3 br/2 ba/2 ½ ba home overlooking 13th fairway of Golden Bear. Eat in kitchen/family room. High ceilings, formal dining room, office, two car garage. $499,000.

3 LONG MARSH LANE – SEA PINES – Unique home on Marsh Island with only 20 homes. Immaculate 3 BR, 3 BA plus bonus room, oak flooring, 9/10’ ceilings, 2 decks facing marsh.

High quality. A must see. $775,000

166 FAIRWOOD VILLA – A 2 bd/2ba + enclosed sun room which has been totally upgraded and is only steps to the beach. $305,000

HARBOUR TOWN – Terrific remodel/expansion on this large 4 br/4 ½ ba home within walking distance to Harbour Town on .95 acre lot overlooking the 11th green of Heron Point, Large screen porch, den, separate dining, workout room or office. $975,000.

55 HERITAGE RD – SEA PINES – This house sits on 2 spectacular Golf/Lagoon lots on famous HTGL which can be subdivided. Either remodel or subdivide and tear down the home and build 2 homes.

Price of $1,195,000 $990,000 for both lots. Incredible opportunity.

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12 TWIN PINES COURT – Spacious 5BR/4BA/2 Half BA Sea Pines home located on a private culde-sac within minutes of Harbourtown & the beach.

Fully furnished Separate dining room & family room/ large kitchen combination. Double-sided brick fireplace opens to family room & living room. Large 5th bedroom over garage ideal for office, study or playroom. New furniture in 2019, plus private, heated pool overlooking lagoon completely resurfaced in 2010. $849,000

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Fighting food D THE DISTINCTION BETWEEN DISORDERED EATING AND EATING DISORDERS IS SUBTLE, BUT CAN MAKE A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE.

BY DEBI LYNES

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id you know that adolescent girls are more afraid of becoming fat than they are of cancer, losing their parents or nuclear war? Or that nearly every ninth- to twelfth-grade student in the U.S. has fasted, taken a diet pill, vomited, or taken a laxative to keep from gaining weight?

Estimates are that 90 percent of “reducing” diets fail to produce permanent weight loss. Although the diet industry takes in $40 billon a year and is rapidly growing, quick weight loss programs are among the most common consumer frauds, with the highest number of consumer dissatisfaction in the service industry. At any given time, 45 percent of women and 25 percent of men are dieting.

Of those, 95 percent will regain the weight lost within one to five years.

And it’s not just a cross for younger women to bear. More male athletes than ever before are being diagnosed and treated for severe eating disorders, and those who are diagnosed are also more likely to abuse substances and suffer from body image issues.

It’s a complex, ever expanding field of study on a problem that grows by the day. And the most vital protection against it is education.

THE FACTS One in five women struggle with eating disorders or disordered eating. Of those women, 95 percent are between the ages of 12 and 25. Anorexia nervosa is the third most chronic illness among adolescents.

Sadly, 50 percent of girls between the ages of 11 and 13 see themselves as overweight, and by the age of 13, 80 percent of girls have attempted to lose weight.

Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of all mental illnesses; however, only one in ten people will actually receive treatment for their eating disorder.

Anorexia and bulimia are eating disorders familiar to most people. These illnesses, involving severely restricting the intake of food, binging, and/or purging,

are commonly recognized, diagnosable illnesses in our culture. Today, as research and evidence becomes available, specialists recognize subcategories of these eating disorders, including anorexia athletica and orthorexia. These eating disorders are characterized by the obsession with exercise and an obsession with eating healthy respectively. Exercising and eating healthy, per se, are not bad things, but following any diet plan too rigidly or for the wrong reasons can lead to negative consequences. Understanding the difference between disordered eating and a true eating disorder can often be difficult.

DISORDERED EATING VS. EATING DISORDER Disordered eating includes a wide range of abnormal eating patterns or food choices over time, such as being highly selective about foods eaten, having a “fatterday” or binge day, or only eating certain foods at certain times. Often, disordered eating is a reaction to a life situation (binging on ice cream after a bad break-up, not being able to eat when you’re anxious about a talk you have to give in English class, for example). The differences between disordered eating and a clinically diagnosed eating disorder may seem subtle but actually are very pronounced. With disordered eating there is an absence of compulsions, obsessive thoughts about food and eating, and there is rarely interference in quality of life. Disordered eating often passes as life situations settle down or change, or through education and self-help. Ultimately, normal and natural eating patterns return in a short amount of time.

An eating disorder, often nicknamed ED, is a true illness characterized by frequent and persistent thoughts about body image, food, eating, exercise, etc. that lead to a decrease in quality of life, isolation, medical complications and potentially death.

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Letter from a 16-year old boy with an eating disorder to his parents.

“I just want to be thinner , better, perfect, do everything right.

I don’t want to disappoint you.

I want you to trust me, but I do not trust myself.

This is not about weight it is about how I feel about myself, how i hate myself, how ashamed I am.

I dont know who I am right now, what if I fail, what if you see how imperfect I am I dont want to die. I eat, run, don’t eat, cry, lie, and run again, isolate myself, push you away, get mad, get sad, lift weights, purge, eat less, lie, eat more.... it is all I am consumed with.

Help me, eat again, lie, run, purge restrict.

What if you dont love me.”

intervention. A healthy person (without an eating disorder), eats for a variety of reasons: fuel for the body, as a means of socializing, for pleasure, and for taste, to name a few reasons.

While overindulging or choosing junk rather than healthy foods may temporarily cause a bit of mental or emotional “stress,” the bad or sad feeling passes and life goes on as usual.

Conversely, with an eating disorder, a person who has chosen foods that are not deemed “safe” or acceptable to eat or overindulged may feel physically and emotionally paralyzed with shame, guilt, and self-loathing. Th ese feelings may precipitate ED actions of purging (vomiting or laxative use), restrictive eating (choosing limited foods and few calories), or over-exercising.

PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO EATING DISORDERS Eating disorders typically result from a combination of social, genetic, and psychological factors.

Socially, cultural pressure is said to contribute to unatt ainable images of beauty that create pressure for meeting impossible standards.

Evidence suggests that there may be a genetic component or predisposition to eating disorders.

Oft en depression, anxiety and obsessive compulsive symptoms present as a co-occurring condition to the ED, which is the behavioral presentation.

Certain personality characteristics seem to make individuals more susceptible to the development of eating disorders. Eating disorders tend to run in families. Psychologically, eating disorders are coping strategies that an individual uses to deal with deeper problems that are too painful to deal with directly.

Low self-esteem, self-loathing, feelings of inadequacy or failure, lack of perceived control, perfectionism, stress, obsessive-compulsive tendencies and dependent personalities are all observable characteristics of those suff ering from eating disorders.

TREATMENT FOR EATING DISORDERS Treatment for eating disorders is developed on an individual basis dependent on the severity of the symptoms presented.

Oft en, treatment is successful and long lasting.

For those suff ering from milder forms of eating disorders, psychotherapy or support groups may help in transitioning back into normal eating patt erns For the more severe cases of eating disorders, a treatment team comprised of medical, psychological and nutritional professionals develop and implement a treatment plan.

Th is plan focuses on weight restoration, medical stability, medicine interventions, a food plan, and psychological exploration of root causes and coping strategies conducive to health and wellness.

When treating people with eating disorders, the goal is to fully normalize weight and reestablish normal eating behavior, dietary content, and healthy thinking about weight and shape. Th e hope is to get back to intuitive eating in which a person is aware of what their body needs, when they are hungry, and when they are full. M

Debi Lynes has a PhD in psychology, and is a CEDS-certifi ed licensed eating disorder professional.

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Tackling the Concussion Epidemic T

he numbers are staggering. Millions of sports-related concussions occur each year with football leading the pack. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report an estimated 1.6 to 3.8 million per year and conclude that sports concussions have reached an “epidemic level.”

What was previously tagged in football slang as “getting your bell rung” or as getting a “ding,” has now been more accurately described by the medical community as mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). Concussion awareness and long-term cognitive health problems, scientifically proven to be associated with repeated head injuries in sports, are thankfully gaining widespread attention. Recent media coverage by major news networks, newspapers, publications and emerging medical studies have helped parents, coaches, trainers and team doctors to become better educated about the serious effects and importance of identifying and treating concussion when it occurs.

“A frequent misconception is that you have to be knocked out, unconscious, to have sustained a mild traumatic brain injury,” says Dr. Pete Stephens, manager of Hyperbaric Therapy of the Lowcountry. “That is definitely not the case.” As a former Emergency Room physician, Stephens has seen and treated thousands of sports related injuries and concussions during his years in the ER. “The changes that happen during a concussion occur at the cellular level. While the brain tissue itself appears completely normal on MRI or CT imaging, the brain cells are not functioning properly. In medical terminology, neurotransmission is altered. There is a release of neurotransmitters that cause abnormal chemical changes in the brain. This causes brain cells to have to work very hard and use a large amount of energy to restore their normal balance. To make matters worse, there is a decreased blood flow to the brain, limiting the cells’ energy supply.”

It is during this time that many experience symptoms of post-concussion syndrome as the brain attempts to regain its balance and heal itself.

Post-concussion symptoms include: Headaches Dizziness Fatigue Irritability Anxiety

Insomnia Loss of concentration and memory Noise and light sensitivity

Sometimes symptoms may not occur immediately but may begin within the first seven to 10 days after the injury, persisting for months, or even years, in some cases. “Loss of consciousness isn’t required for a diagnosis of concussion or post-concussion syndrome. In fact, the risk of post-concussion syndrome doesn’t appear to be associated with the severity of the initial injury,” states Dr. Stephens.

In response to growing concerns over head injuries in young athletes, Pop Warner, the nation’s largest youth football organization, announced rule changes that took effect in August 2012, limiting the amount of full-speed collisions and other contact allowed in practice. The change came on the heels of a study released by Virginia Tech and Wake Forest University this year. Research showed head impacts among second-grade football players are sometimes as severe as those seen at the college level. Conclusions stated that the damage from concussions can be cumulative, and, that the brains of younger athletes may be particularly susceptible.

Despite growing awareness and the initiation of rule changes, the fact remains that football is a contact sport. And contact is contact – whether it occurs via helmet-to-helmet, helmet to knee, helmet to ground, or a tackle to the body that snaps the neck and jolts the head – concussions are still going to occur. And they continue to happen in other sports as well. Soccer, lacrosse, wrestling, ice hockey, rugby and cheerleading lead the list of sports that often produce concussions.

“The technology to treat concussions exists, we just have to make it available to all.”

— Dr. Pete Stephens “It is during this post-concussive period that most people seek us out, here at the clinic, as well as my many colleagues who are using HBOT for the treatment of brain injury in clinics across the country.” Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) provides the brain with extra oxygen, assisting injured cells in the healing process. During therapy, oxygen is carried by the cerebrospinal fluid and all other body fluids normally not capable of carrying oxygen.

Oxygen is responsible for assisting in the regeneration of tissue, decreasing inflammation and supporting the growth of new blood vessels. “We have seen first hand the positive response in using HBOT in both professional and amateur athletes suffering with post – concussive syndrome.” Stephens hopes that one day, soon, all sports training and rehab facilities will house hyperbaric chambers for treatment of head injuries as they occur. “The technology to treat concussions exists, we just have to make it available to all.”

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ARGENT LAKES

Short and Sweet

LESS IS MORE AT ARGENT LAKES, SUN CITY’S LATEST AND FINAL COURSE

by Lance Hanlin

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UN CITY OPENED THE FINAL SIX HOLES OF ITS ARGENT LAKES COURSE IN AUGUST, GIVING THE LOWCOUNTRY ITS ONLY 18-HOLE EXECUTIVE COURSE.

GREEN ACRES: Argent Lakes was designed

by Tim Freeland, the former lead architect of Gary Player Design. It is styled like a championship course but is designed to be fast and fun.

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It’s the third and final course located inside of the age-restricted master planned community.

The first was Okatie Creek, a traditional Parkland layout with lawn-like fairways and numerous trees. The second was Hidden Cypress, a challenging track designed to test even the best players. This third course, Argent Lakes, is styled like a championship course but is designed to be fast and fun.

All three Sun City courses are open to public play.

“I think everybody places a value on time and money,” said Shannon Archer,

director of golf business operations at Sun City. “Our courses are well-conditioned and they’re a great value.”

The term “executive” simply means par is much less than a typical 18-hole course, allowing for faster play.

Instead of blocking off the usual four hours for a round at a par 72 course, Argent Lakes is a par 61, perfect for professionals wanting to get in a quick 18 after work before sundown. It’s also a nice option during the dog days of summer.

The name honors Argent Lumber Company, who once owned the land. The course features 12 par 3s, five par 4s and one par 5.

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SUN CITY TRIO OPEN TO PUBLIC All THREE golf courses at Sun City are open for public play. Through a priority seeding system, residents can book tee times 72 hours in advance.

Non-residents can book 48 hours in advance. Here is a look at the three courses Sun City has to offer:

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FUN IN THE SUN: Sun City's latest course is a par 61 with 12 par 3s, five par 4s and one par 5.

EXECUTIVE DECISION: Argent Lakes is perfect for professionals wanting to get in a quick 18 after work before the sun goes down.

It's also a nice option during the dog days of summer.

Along with being a good place for professionals, the shorter holes and gracious landing areas also make it a good course for beginners or high-handicappers to work on their shortgames. With five sets of tees, though, Argent Lakes can also be enjoyed by more accomplished players. Some of the par 3s are close to 200 yards in length.

“Even though it’s an executive course, it’s not a cupcake,” said Kevin Foley, head professional at Argent Lakes. “It is a par 61 but par is not an easy score to get. The hole locations can be tucked in areas where there is runoff and bunkering. There is a lot of room for the highhandicapper to play it safe but several areas can challenge the shot-making of a lower handicap player.”

The 16th hole is a good example of the course’s versatility. From the championship tees, players have to carry water. From the reds and the whites, golfers can roll it up to the green.

Argent Lakes was designed by Tim Freeland, the former lead architect of Gary Player Design.

It opened as a nine-hole course in June of 2011 then played as a 12-hole course over the fall. It is located on the north side of U.S. 278.

Just as with Okatie Creek and Hidden Cypress, course condition is a top priority.

“Those outside the gates and not familiar with our property aren’t aware our courses are as good as any around, public access or not,” Archer said. G

NAME Hidden Cypress Golf Course LOCATION 672 Cypress Hills Drive, Sun City NON-RESIDENT RATES $42 morning, $37 afternoon ($5 extra for cart) CONTACT (843) 705-4999 PAR 72 DETAILS Built by 10-time PGA Tour winner Mark McCumber, this is Sun City’s crown jewel. With its undulating greens and menacing collection areas, Hidden Cypress requires true shot-making ability.

2 NAME Okatie Creek Golf Club LOCATION 60 Sun City Club Lane, Sun City NON-RESIDENT RATES $42 morning, $37 afternoon ($5 extra for cart) CONTACT (843) 705-4653 PAR 72 DETAILS Another McCumber design, Okatie Creek is Sun City’s oldest course. It’s a little shorter, a little more open and the greens are a little flatter than they are on the more difficult Hidden Cypress layout.

3 NAME Argent Lakes Golf Course LOCATION 1291 Sergeant William Jasper Blvd.

NON-RESIDENT RATES $34 morning, $28 afternoon ($5 extra for cart) CONTACT (843) 645-0507 PAR 61 DETAILS Sun City’s latest and final course is styled like a championship course but plays like an executive. There are 12 par 3s, five par 4s and one par 5.

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NEWS & NOTES GOLF magazine honors Harbour Town, May River

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Two area golf courses were listed in GOLF magazine’s 2012 edition of “Top 100 Courses You Can Play.” Harbour Town Golf Links checked in at No. 12, up two spots from the magazine’s last rankings in 2010. May River Golf Club at Palmetto Bluff was ranked No. 51. The magazine also released its biennial list of the top 20 public courses in each state. Harbour Town came in at No. 2 for South Carolina behind the Ocean Course at Kiawah Island.

May River was No. 5, Heron Point by Pete Dye was No. 11 and Melrose Golf Club on Daufuskie Island was No. 18.

Locals qualify for US Mid Amateur

YOUR TIME TO SHINE If you made a hole-in-one, ask the hosting club to e-mail the information to Lance Hanlin at lhanlin@golfersguide.com CHRIS ALFRED had a hole-in-one Aug. 5 on the No. 8 hole at the Palmetto Hall Robert Cupp Course.

Alfred used a 9-iron.

RAY FULLER had a hole-in-one on the No. 16 hole at Crescent Pointe Golf Club. Fuller used a 5-iron. Witnesses were Stewart Davis, Frank Saracino and Joe Macchia.

ANDREW HARRIS had a hole-in-one July 28 on the No. 17 hole at Hidden Cypress Golf Club. He used a 5-iron.

Witnesses were Gary Welsh, Ray Baltz and Tom Cantwell.

CAROL KAMINSKI had a hole-in-one July 17 on the No. 3 hole at Argent Lakes Golf Course in Sun City.

Kaminski used a 9-iron. Witnesses were Dick Kaminski, Debbie Strouse and Roy Strouse.

KAY MATSON had a hole-in-one July 12 on the No. 8 hole at Okatie Creek Golf Course. Matson used a 5-wood. Witnesses were Caroline Koelsch, Marion Scheer and Mary Lou Folgers.

ED SOIFER had a hole-in-one May 21 on the No. 8 hole at Bear Creek Golf Club.

JUNE SOMERS had a hole-in-one April 24 on the No. 13 hole of the Arthur Hills Course at Palmetto Hall.

Somers used a 6-iron.

KEN SOUCY had a hole-in-one June 14 on the No. 3 hole at Okatie Creek Golf Club. Hunt sank the 120-yard shot with a 6-iron. Witnesses were Charlie Burns, Marty Klinghoffer and Rich Bennett.

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PAUL STANISLAVSKY had a holein-one June 4 on the No. 5 hole at Okatie Creek Golf Club. Stanislavsky made the shot using a pitching wedge.

MARK TOMEDOLSKEY had a holein-one June 26 on the No. 13 hole at Hilton Head Lakes. Tomedolskey made the 175-yard shot while playing in the first round of the Hilton Head Island PGA Chapter’s Professional Championship.

BILL TOOLEY had a hole-in-one April 9 on the No. 9 hole at Hidden Cypress Golf Club. Tooley used an 8-iron.

JOHN ULLERY had a hole-in-one April 16 on the No. 15 hole of the South Course at Moss Creek Golf Club. Ullery used a 9-iron.

GARY WELSH had a hole-in-one June 26 on the No. 7 hole at Hidden Cypress Golf Club inside of Sun City.

Welsh sank the 142-yard shot using a 5-iron.

RUSS WHITEFORD had a hole-inone May 2 on the No. 2 hole at Bear Creek Golf Club. Whiteford used a 6-iron.

RALEIGN WRIGHT shot a 68, three strokes below his age, June 17 at the Okatie Creek Golf Course with the 18 Hole Sunday Couples Association.

BRIAN YANTIS had a hole-in-one April 30 on the No. 15 hole of the South Course at Moss Creek Golf Club.

Four area golfers qualified for the U.S. Mid Amateur Championship, set for Sept. 8-13 at Conway Farms Golf Club in Lake Forest, Ill. Bluffton golfer Kevin King took second place in a Jacksonville qualifier with a 70, earning one of four spots in the field.

Hilton Head Island’s Todd White fired a 69 to tie for fourth place at a qualifier in Salisbury, N.C., earning one of seven spots.

Hilton Head Island’s Patrick Datz took first place in an Ames, Iowa, qualifier. Bluffton’s John Patterson earned one of five qualifying spots in a qualifier at Columbia Country Club.

Sea Pines pros each play 100 holes for charity Adam Devine and Kyle Maloney each played 100 holes of golf at Heron Point on Aug. 3 to raise money for the American Diabetes Association. Both are assistant golf professionals at Sea Pines Resort. The two raised money through HundredHoleHike.com. The two teed off at 6 a.m. and finished 11 hours and 38 minutes later.

IJGT announces Discovery Tour schedule The International Junior Golf Tour recently announced its fall schedule for the Discovery Tour, which includes seven events in five states. Local courses on the tour are Hilton Head National Golf Club in Bluffton (Sept. 8) and Shipyard Golf Club on Hilton Head (Sept. 29). Find the complete schedule online at www.IJGT. com.

Leesville golfer wins SC Amateur Leesville’s Cody Proveaux won the 81st annual South Carolina Amateur Championship, held Aug. 4-5 at the Country Club of Spartanburg. Proveaux fired a 69-65-65-68 – 267 to win by three strokes. Bluffton’s J.D. Hoft was the top local player, finishing with a 282.

Carrihill wins Hilton Head Open Dataw Island Club assistant professional Stuart Carrihill won the 38th annual Hilton Head Open, held Aug. 4-5 at Wexford Plantation. Carrihill finished with a 2-under-par 142 and pocketed $1,000 for his effort. Berkeley Hall’s Nicholas Coursey and Chechessee Creek’s Mark Phillips tied for second at 146. Kevin Arnold won the senior flight with a 156, Ted Morris won Flight One with a 166 and David DeDecker won Flight Two with a 175.

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JPGA CALLING ALL JUNIORS: The Junior Players Golf Academy is a boutique golf academy located on Hilton Head Island. The JPGA offers junior golf schools and junior golf camps for all skill levels.

DETAILS WHAT Junior Players Golf Academy WHERE Palmetto Hall, Hilton Head Island THE SKINNY Offers full-time programs, a post-graduate program, summer and holiday camps and programs MORE INFORMATION Call 843-6863355 or go online to www.jrpga.com

School back in session

JPGA PRIDES ITSELF ON FACILITIES, LOW STUDENT-TO-TEACHER RATIO

by Lance Hanlin

IMG HAS DAVID LEADBETTER. THE INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR GOLF ACADEMY HAS HANK HANEY. OTHER ACADEMIES HAVE GARY GILCHRIST AND JIM MCLEAN.

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he Junior Players Golf Academy on Hilton Head Island doesn’t have such a name on its door.

“Unfortunately for a lot of kids and parents, it’s all about the name,” JPGA owner Keith Bach said.

“But a lot of times, those names aren’t the ones teaching your kid. We’re not going to tell you that your kid is going to be taught by X, Y or Z and then that person is not here. I tell people to visit the other academies and compare apples to apples.”

With access to seven of Hilton Head Island’s top golf courses, posh living quarters close to the beach and schooling at prestigious Hilton Head Preparatory, Bach knows other academies have a tough time matching the apples in his bushel.

That’s why students from all over the globe choose to attend his boutique academy. Countries represented in the 2012-2013 class are Brazil, Chile, Venezuela, Germany, Switzerland, Holland, Spain, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Nigeria, the United Kingdom and Canada “It’s about 60 percent international and 40 118

percent U.S. this year,” Bach said. “Usually it’s about 50-50. It’s nice having the different cultures in the housing and on the golf course. It gives students a chance to learn life lessons and meet kids from all over the world.”

The full-time academy is a nine-month program split into two semesters. The first semester started Aug. 15 and will run through Dec. 20. Following the Christmas break, the second semester will start Jan. 7 and run through May 25.

Students hit the golf course after school each day, gearing up for weekend tournaments. The JPGA offers its students the opportunity to play in nationally ranked events across the Southeast.

Unlike many other academies, though, tour play is included in the cost of tuition.

“That’s a big part of it,” Bach said. “You train throughout the week to be prepared for the weekend to play tournament golf. That’s how you’re going to build your resume, get the exposure and hopefully get a college scholarship.”

Several students already have.

Juliet Vongphoumy, from Rhode Island, got a full scholarship to Maryland. This year she finished as the Terps’ all-time season scoring average leader (73.72) and earned All-ACC honors.

Momo Sakuragi, from Japan, signed a full golf scholarship with Rollins College earlier this year.

Equador native Felipe Benalcazar got a scholarship to Trinity University and Bluffton’s Courtney Boe got a scholarship to Coastal Carolina.

The full-time academy started with just four students in 2007. That number grew to 14 in 2008 then jumped to 24 in 2009. Enrollment has leveled off the past two years at around 24 students.

This year’s enrollment is 28 students. With seven instructors, the JPGA has a teacher-to-student ratio of 4-to-1. The ratio for an average academy is 8-to-1. Most of the JPGA’s operation is located on Beach City Road. For housing, the academy built five cottages in 2010, the Mitchelville Golf Cottages, just down the street from JPGA headquarters and Palmetto Hall Golf Club.

Students have access to play all seven courses the Heritage Golf Group owns and manages at Palmetto Hall, Port Royal, Shipyard and Oyster Reef.

In addition to its full-time academy, the JPGA also offers an all-golf and TPI Fitness (Titleist Performance Institute) post graduate program designed for players who recently graduated high school. There are also several holiday programs and camps each year.

“We’re helping you with the game you bring to us, not one teaching method for all students,” Bach said. “We’ll make you better through a lot of playing, practicing and hard work.” G

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ONE-STOP SHOP: Hilton Head Island's newest golf shop carries all the latest equipment and accessories.

What makes it stand out is its custom fitting and clubmaking.

The Perfect Fit ISLAND’S NEW GOLF STORE OFFERS CUSTOM FITTING, CLUBMAKING

by Lance Hanlin CHRIS WYCOFF HAS OPENED A NEW RETAIL GOLF STORE ON HILTON HEAD ISLAND.

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ike most of its kind, his shop offers the usual equipment, accessories and apparel from all the top manufacturers. Unlike most shop owners, though, Wycoff isn’t interested in selling his best merchandise.

The goal of Golf Etc. is to find what works best for each individual.

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“We take the standard golf store, then we go a lot further with our ability to do custom fitting and custom clubmaking,” Wycoff said. “We can really help golfers improve their performance without changing what they do. We take the time to find and fit equipment that works for them rather than forcing people to adjust to the equipment.”

The shop uses the Better Golf Faster proprietary fitting system. Every golfer’s natural swing is unique. By analyzing

swing motion, the software can determine the proper equipment type, length of club, weight, swing weight and type of shaft. The data is based on findings from more than 10,000 fittings.

Wycoff and his team take those recommendations and refine them, based on what the golfer is trying to accomplish.

“A lot of times, you don’t need a new club,” Wycoff said. “If you’re playing last year’s driver and it’s just not doing what you need, we can

improve the performance and save you money by using that head and just getting you the

DETAILS WHAT Golf Etc. WHERE 11 Palmetto Bay Rd. Suite 106B, Hilton Head Island THE SKINNY Offers custom club fitting and clubmaking along with the latest equipment, apparel and accessories MORE INFO Call 843-341-7000 or go online to www.golfetchhi.com

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LEFT The Better Golf Faster proprietary fitting system can determine the proper equipment type, length of club, weight, swing weight and type of shaft.

ABOVE Once the perfect club has been identified, a certified club maker can build it before your eyes.

"IT'S FOR THE GUY THAT MAYBE HAS PLATEAUED A LITTLE BIT AND WANTS TO GET BETTER." proper shaft.”

The entire process takes about an hour and a half and is much more in-depth than the “How does this one feel?” method most fitters cart out to the driving range.

Most fitters have a limited number of steel or graphite shaft options to pick from and only in basic stiffness levels of Senior, Regular and Stiff. Golf Etc. takes it further by incorporating shaft weight, desired launch angle and torque into the equation.

Once the perfect club has been identified, a certified on-site club maker can build it before your eyes.

“We can actually build everything to those exact specifications,” Wycoff said.

“Really nobody else in the area can do that.”

Hilton Head Island golfer Scott Callen recently went through a series of fittings.

“It’s helped me add a little distance, it’s helped my accuracy and it’s helped my consistency,” Callen said.

“It’s for the guy that maybe has plateaued a little bit and wants to get better.”

Golf Etc. is located in the Island Crossing shopping center, beside Publix on Palmetto Bay Road. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays.

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Loving Labor Day Weekend

New spray-on slice fixer Power Straight

Working for the Weekend, Loverboy style

Old spray-on hair from Ron Popeil Not-so-hot tourists in town (e.g., overweight Speedo guy at Coligny Beach)

Hot celebrities in town (e.g., Golf Channel’s Holly Sonders)

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Next month’s return of golf’s silly season

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Els For Autism Golf Challenge coming to Harbour Town

Instruction with Andrew Rice

“The Big Easy” isn’t going to take it easy until the best children’s autism center in the world has been built. ERNIE ELS, one of the most successful professional golfers in the world, is the driving force behind the Els Center of Excellence, a first-of-its-kind facility that will provide best practices, the latest information and research for all autistic children. To help raise money for the center, Els and his wife Liezl are spearheading a golf tournament this month at Harbour Town Golf Links called the Els for Autism Golf Challenge. Read all about the event online at golfersguide.com/hiltonhead-island.

We've all heard the saying “high launch and low spin.” With the help of TrackMan, Berkeley Hall director of instruction Andrew Rice has learned which part of the clubface to strike the ball with in order the get the ball to launch higher, spin less and ultimately travel further. Find this month’s golf tip at www.golfersguide.com/hiltonhead-island.

ALSO ONLINE AT GOLFERSGUIDE.COM/HILTON-HEAD-ISLAND: Course 

directory, with rates Find a listing of all public and private golf courses in the area, along with September greens fees for the courses you can play.

 Upcoming

tournaments, events Find out what golf tournaments and events are coming up on Hilton Head Island and in the surrounding area.

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Doggy dreams: Inspiring stories from our dog-friendly community Sea Pines rallies around Rock Rock’s story is the classic ragsto-riches tale. He’s a dog from the wrong side of the tracks, who ran wild and scrounged for scraps in the Otter Road area of Sea Pines, becoming part urban legend along the way. Mark Yarbrough and his dog, Haley Shrimp, were attempting to lure Rock into their home.

Yarbrough would bring Haley out to play with Rock, and, though very different, they became best friends. Yarbrough was also slowly gaining Rock’s trust.

After living elusively for about eight months, Rock was finally tranquilized and captured.

“I got a call from Franny Gerthoffer that Rock had been captured and that it was possible that he could be put down if he woke up and became aggressive,” said Yarbrough. “He was going to be transported to Beaufort unless he could be adopted.”

Gerthoffer then had Rock rerouted to Bainfeld animal

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hospital where he could be vaccinated and tested for heartworms.

Diagnosed with heartworms, Rock’s future looked bleak with such a large vet bill. With help from Yarbrough, the Otter Road community got together and donated over $1,000 for Rock’s treatment and care, saving his life. Chris Taylor stepped up and adopted Rock, who now leads a privileged life with plenty of scraps to go around.

The Malachi Foundation

kennel and Malachi Foundation could be her savior.

The Malachi Foundation, founded in August of 2011, began when a toothless, tortured pitbull was found wandering S.C. 46 in Bluffton. The pitbull, named “Malachi” became the symbol of how a dog from a local fighting ring can be rescued, rehabilitated, and re-homed. Cera Fletcher has been training pit bulls for more than a decade and has seen firsthand how these dogs can be rehabbed and made into cuddle buddies. Fletcher used her

bully-breed “boot camp” to rehab Copper’s behavior. The program is a three-part process of gaining the dog’s respect, breaking the dog down of destructive behaviors, and rebuilding the canine with confidence. Ten days after Copper’s training began, he was a new dog.

“Sam went from a person with a dog to a handler and the leader of her pack,” said Fletcher. “Copper now knows Sam is able to do her job so Copper can drop his hypervigilant behaviors and just be.”

In late May, Bluffton resident Sammie Amatolu went to Three Black Dogs Kennel with her dog, Copper, and a big problem. Amatolu was mentally drained from trying to correct her new 7-month-old pit-hound, who would bark, growl and lunge at people.

She hoped the

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Short List It’s fall. Which explains why it’s 90 degrees outside.

Evening of the Arts Sept. 21 Mingle with the local arts scene’s many luminaries over cocktails and an exciting live auction to raise funds for the Island School Council for the Arts. See sidebar, page 134 for more details.

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Pet Expo All the furry fun returns to the Calhoun Street Promenade from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sept. 8. Don’t miss the pet-friendly vendors, on-site adoptions, agility demonstrations and more.

And finally, you can find out what your dog really thinks by visiting one of the two dog whisperers we’ll have on site.

Remember: don’t drink and fly

Art and food at J Banks Design Sept. 6 Pat Branning’s Shrimp, Collards & Grits comes to sumptuous life with an event at the J Banks Design Gallery featuring cuisine right from the book and artwork inspired by its Lowcountry setting. See page 133 for details.

Lt. Dan Weekend

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Sept.12-15 Actor Gary Sinise salutes veterans in Beaufort with a weekend of competition, music and fun. And ice cream.

Lieutenant Dan, ice cream. Iiiiice Cream.

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FROM THE HHSO MARY M. BRIGGS, PRESIDENT AND CEO hhso.org

Maestro Connection Tickets

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he Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra offers a new exciting ticket option for each of our three matinee concerts this season, scheduled for Oct. 21, 2012, Jan. 27, 2013 and Feb. 24, 2013 Maestro Connection tickets entitle bearers to attend the Maestro’s Preconcert talk; the matinee concert and the After-concert event at Robert Irvine’s EAT! There, they join Maestro John Morris Russell in a social setting to enjoy the chef ’s tapas selections and symphonypriced beverages.

Special ticket prices include the cost of the concert and the chef ’s tapas offerings at EAT! Guests enjoy the beverage of their choice at special symphony prices.

You may choose your tickets from the following events or order tickets for all three: NEW BEGINNINGS Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012 4 p.m. • John Morris Russell, conductor Ilya Finkelshteyn, cello Maestro Russell and internationally renowned cellist Ilya Finkelshteyn usher in a new era with the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra. Turn of the century, romantic masters Dvorak and Sibelius bring warmth, lyricism and sheer power to this festive opening.

TRIUMPH Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013 4 p.m. • John Morris Russell, conductor Jin Uk Kim, piano, 2012 Hilton Head International Piano Competition Winner The triumphant return of the 2012 First Place Winner of the Hilton Head International Piano Competition performing the sublime and jazzy Piano Concerto in G of Maurice Ravel, as well as iconic overtures

by Dvorak and Beethoven, and Copland’s eloquent Appalachian Spring.

COLOR & LIGHT Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013 4 p.m. • John Morris Russell, conductor Paul Huang, violin Immersed in a rich palate of orchestral colors and textures, the works of Debussy and Respigi express music at its most sensual and exotic.

Twenty-one year old violinist, Paul Huang is recognized for his fiery virtuosity, and commanding stage presence.

Call the symphony box office at 843-842-2055 for ticketing and further information.

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THE ARTS Shrimp, Collards and Grits Art Collection: Sept. 6 at J. Banks Design on Hilton Head Island. See sidebar, page 133 for details.

A Private View opening reception: 3-5 p.m. Sept. 9 through Oct. 7. The Society of Bluffton Artists will present “A Private View,” a collection of figures, portraits and still lifes in watercolor and acrylic by Sandra McIntyre. The gallery is located at the corner of Church and Calhoun streets in Old Town Bluffton. www.sobagallery.com or 843-7576586 Memory Matters Art Fair: 6-9 p.m. Sept. 20 at 117 William Hilton Parkway. Memory Matters will host the event, which will feature work from local artists, as well as food and wine. All proceeds benefit the nonprofit group’s dementia-specific adult day care. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at Burke’s Pharmacy, Markel’s, and Memory Matters.

843-842-6688.

An Evening of the Arts presented

by Island School Council for the Arts (ISCA): 6:30-10 p.m. Sept. 21 at Sea Pines Country Club. See sidebar, page 134 for details.

“A Lowcountry Splendor” – A Fine Art Show: 10 a.m. -4 p.m. through Sept. 2, reception 5-7 p.m.

Sept. 2. Showing in the Art League of Hilton Head, Walter Greer Gallery, located in the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. The featured artist will be Terry Brennan, and the works of 120 other Art League artists will also be on display. The show is sponsored by Harris Teeter and the Art League of Hilton Head. www.artleaguehhi.org, 843-681-5060 A Featured Art Exhibit by Addison Palmer: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Sept. 24-Oct. 20. Reception 5-7 p.m.

Sept. 27. The exhibit is showing in the Art League of Hilton Head, Walter Greer Gallery, located in the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. Works of Addison Palmer and 120 other Art League artists will also be on display. The exhibit

is sponsored by Harris Teeter and the Art League of Hilton Head. www.artleaguehhi.org, 843-681-5060 Fabulous Fakes – A Fundraiser for the Art League of Hilton Head: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 29. The Art League of Hilton Head, Walter Greer Gallery. Shop for your very own original by one of our local masters. There will be food, beverages, music by strolling musician impersonators, games of chance, make your own fake craft, and fun fakes of all sorts. www.artleaguehhi.org, 843-681-2399

ON STAGE The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged): 7:30 p.m. Sept. 13-15; 3 p.m. Sept. 16; 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20-22; 3 p.m. Sept. 23 in the black box theater at ARTworks in Beaufort Town Center. “The Complete Works...” is an irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays, starring Heather Denardo, Matthew Donnelly, and Michael Kane. The production is expertly stage-managed and teched by Keith Cannady, produced by Palmetto Theater Xperiment, and directed by J.W. Rone.

Cost $17 per person, $12 for students (13 and up), $7 for children (12 and under) and $12 for groups of 10 or more. Thursdays are Pay What You Can ($5 minimum). www.artworksinbeaufort.org or 843379-2787 Music at Noon: 12 p.m. Sept. 14 at St. Luke’s Church, 50 Pope Ave. The second Friday Music at Noon program presents Jay Yau, organist and student at College of Charleston. This free concert is open to the public. www.stlukeshhi.org Bridging Cultures and Generations Through Music: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 20 at the Battery Creek High School Performing Arts Center.

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Continued from page 127 Singers” and student singers from two local high schools. The event is presented by ARTworks, funded by the National Endowment for the Arts.

General admission is $17; students and groups of 10 or more cost is $12; for children under 12 cost is $7. www.artworksinbeaufort.org or 843379-2787 Sing Well for Deep Well: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 21 at the First Presbyterian Church. This musical variety show focuses on this year’s Lowcountry theater groups. The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, the May River Theatre, and high school and youth theaters will preview some of their forthcoming productions. Admission is free. Canned food and/or monetary donations are welcome. Doors open at 7 p.m. with open seating.

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Savannah Jazz Festival: Sept.

23 – 30 at Blowin’ Smoke (514 MLK Jr. Blvd.) and Forsyth Park. See sidebar, page 136 for details.

Guy Davis in concert: 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 29 at Beaufort Academy. The renowned bluesman performs a public concert following his music residency with students at Beaufort Academy, presented by ARTworks and funded by the National Endowment for the Arts.

General admission $17; students & groups of 10 or more $12; children under 12 $7. www.artworksinbeaufort.org or 843379-2787

COMMUNITY Hilton Head Monthly’s Pet Expo: 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Sept. 8 at the Calhoun Street Promenade. On-site adoptions, live music, fun for pets and more. https://www.facebook.com/ HiltonHeadMonthlyPetExpo

Second Annual Bluffton Block Party: 12–6 p.m. Sept. 8 at Buckwalter Place. Enjoy live bands, a fully loaded kids zone and food and drink from Station 300. Active duty military and first responders get in free of charge.

Kimberly@LowcountryBusinessCircle. com or 843-301-1037 3rd Annual Lt. Dan Weekend: Sept. 12-15. Gary Sinise and friends return for a weekend to support wounded veterans. Events include a silent auction, fly casting clinic, military tribut concert, an independence ride and 5k, and a concert by the Lt. Dan band. www.ltdanweekend.com Group 3, Design Studio and Pyramids Design Studio Open House: 1-4 p.m. Sept. 21, P.A. Kessler will feature her local artwork.

A drawing for gift certificates to the Design Studio will also be held.

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Fire Prevention Pancake Breakfast & Live Burn: 9 a.m.12:30 p.m. Oct. 7 at Station 4, Squire Pope Road.

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ATHLETICS 5th annual Kick Off Party: Sept.

9 at Mellow Mushroom on Hilton Head and Bluffton. Food and drink specials, cornhole and prizes help you celebrate the return of football.

843-686-2474 or 843-706-0800 “All Star” Pro League Tennis: 5 p.m. Sept. 22 at Long Cove Club.

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Continued from page 128 compete for prize money in singles and doubles. Matches will be played in the World Team Tennis format with Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles. The Hilton Head and Charleston Pro Tennis Leagues feature former top ATP, WTA and top Division I collegiate players. The event is free to the public with food and beverages available for purchase. www.HHIPTL.com or 843-686-1030 International Wheelchair Tennis Championships: 9 a.m.

Sept. 27-30. Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will host the competition with men’s, women’s, quad and junior divisions. TLocal tennis players are invited to join in a run/ roll round robin from 6-9 p.m. Sept.

26, at Chaplin Park Tennis Center.

Interested players will be partnered with a wheelchair athlete, and should contact Julie Jilly at julie@ptrtennis. org for more information. Spectators are welcome and encouraged to enjoy the exciting exhibitions, as well as all the tournament matches. Volunteers to help serve lunches, and “ball persons” of all ages are desperately needed. Volunteer for an afternoon or for the entire tournament.

843-785-7244 Do the LoCo Motion: Sept. 28-30.

Fight breast cancer and have fun during this three-day event. See page 23 for details. www.dothelocomotion.org Harbour Town Cartoon Fishing Roundup: 8:30-11 a.m. Sept. 29 at Harbour Town. The whole family is invited to throw in a few lines and go fishing. Gear will be provided (ultra-light tackle cartoon rods that are yours to keep) and fishing will take place from designated docks.

Catch and release. All species count.

Limited to first 25 entrants; ages 16 and older need a fishing license. $25 per person.

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5th Annual Tiger Bass Race Series at Hampton Lake: Sept.

29. Featuring a 5K & 10K Run and a 1 mile fun run/walk! The 5K & 10K run starts at 9 a.m. and the 1-mile fun run/walk starts at 9:05 a.m. The event is organized by the Palmetto Running Company hosted and sponsored by Hampton Lake and David Weekly. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Bluffton Self Help. All ages are welcome to participate. Entry fees for the 1 mile fun run/walk costs $15 for ages 13 and over (T-shirts available for purchase) and the 5K & 10K race is $30 for pre-registration and $35 on race day for ages 13 and over (includes race packets and T-shirts).

Children under 12 are free! www.tigerbassrun.com 6th Annual Pedal 4 Kids: Sept. 29 at Hilton Head High School. See sidebar, page 130 for details.

HHI Ski Club Monthly Social: 5-7 p.m. Sept. 14 at Mangiamo’s on Main Street. Come to the meeting and enjoy happy hour prices with dinner optional. Members, skiers, and nonskiers invited. www.hiltonheadislandskiclub.com 843-681-4181

EDUCATION Beaufort Memorial Hospital Events: The hospital is offering classes weekly, including Breastfeeding 101 on Wednesdays and The Gift of Motherhood on Sept. 4 and 11. The hospital also offers vascular disease screenings and birthing center tours. www.bmhsc.org Basic Elements with Phillip Urso: Sept. 7-9 at Jiva Yoga Center.

Urso will share his passion, experience, and love for teaching. Basic elements, crash course in miracles, and master class are all in store for a fun and inspiring weekend. Whether you are a yoga teacher or an inspired student, join Jiva for a deepening in your practice and/or teaching. Cost is $350 for all programs and pre-registration is required.

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PEDAL POWER

Gear up at the 6th annual Pedal 4 Kids event

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t’s time to hop on your bike, strap on your helmets and enjoy Hilton Head Island as a bike-friendly community in this month’s 6th annual Pedal 4 Kids Community Ride.

The ride, held Sept. 29 at Hilton Head Island High School, has a route, a bike and a helmet for anyone who wants to join more than 300 of their cycling friends for a morning of riding through the island’s parks and pathways.

“That’s the beauty of Pedal 4 Kids; we are a ride, not a race,” said Arno Dimmling, chairman of Pedal 4 Kids.

“No matter who you are, what age you are, what skill level you have – this event has a ride for you. It’s a chance for the whole community to celebrate cycling and see the island’s natural beauty in one day, on one ride.”

Pedal 4 Kids, which is a fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Island, offers cyclists a 40-mile, a 20/25-mile, a 10-mile or a family fun route. The event also provides food, drinks, rest stops and an after party.

What makes the event even more festive is that many of the riders form teams, made up of their co-workers, alumni group members, neighborhoods, friends or family members.

“This event gives cyclists all over the Lowcountry a place to celebrate their collective camaraderie,” Dimmling said.

For those who prefer to stay in place, there is also a cycling event for them. The event committee added a spinning

marathon component three years ago to Pedal 4 Kids as a precursor event. Dimmling, an avid spinner, wanted to give his gym buddies a chance to participate. Three years ago, Pedal 4 Kids committee members, along with the support of local island health clubs, gave birth to the Spin 4 Kids event. For the first time this year, the event moved the bikes out of local gyms to a seaside pool deck.

The Beach House, formerly known as Coligny’s Holiday Inn, cleared out the pool chairs and set up spin bikes surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the locals’ favorite watering hole, the Tiki Hut. The Aug. 25 three-hour spinning marathon gave spinners a chance to spin, swim and sip “spinning” drink specials as they, too, celebrated an island-wide love for the twowheeled sport.

“These events are a reason why the island is enjoying a new identity as a cycling destination – and local cyclists are very proud of this,” Dimmling said.

This movement by cycling enthusiasts to get the island to set out its welcome mat for bikes started with one cyclist,

Frank Babel. Babel’s idea for a community ride was a major component in his crusade to make Hilton Head Island more bike-friendly. Together with his friend, Jim Hooper, who was a previous president of the board of directors for the Island Boys & Girls Club, they developed Pedal 4 Kids.

Babel, now retired from his business career, has devoted himself to helping make the island a better and safer place for bicyclists.

Now, six years later, Pedal 4 Kids is an annual event, a major fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Island, and a major factor as to why the League of American Bicyclists named Hilton Head Island a silverlevel “bike-friendly” community. Hilton Head Island is one of only a few towns east of the Mississippi River with this designation.

Cycling advocacy has caught speed in the Lowcountry and thanks to Pedal 4 Kids and its supporters, Hilton Head Island has a whole new marketing dimension that attracts more visitors and new residents to our 53-square-mile cycling paradise.

Register For Pedal 4 Kids: Registration is open for the Lowcountry’s largest bicycle event. Pedal 4 Kids begins at 7: 30 a.m. Sept. 29 at Hilton Head High School. The event offers four different routes for bicyclists of all ages and skill levels: a 40-mile, a 20/25-mile, a 10-mile and a Family Fun Ride. You can register via www.pedal4kids.com or you can register the morning of the event.

Cost: $30/adults, $10/students, children 5 years old or younger/free.

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Continued from page 129 https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ ASP/home.asp?studioid=7360 Leadership luncheon: Sept. 14 at the Country Club of Hilton Head. The Center for Service Leadership and Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce welcome the public to a luncheon devoted to promoting service leadership in the community in both business and nonprofit organizations. Special guest speaker will be former Disney executive Jody Dreyer. Cost is $20 per person or $200 for a table of ten. www.hiltonheadchamber.org or ctrservldr@gmail.com Learn to throw a cast net: 3 p.m.

Sept. 10, Sept. 24, Oct. 9, and Oct. 16 at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. The Coastal Discovery Museum is offering this new program for those interested in learning to throw a cast net. This hands-on program will show you the best way to learn to “open that net” on every cast.

It will be presented by Scott Moody, a local angler who grew up primarily with saltwater fishing and diving.

Beginners are welcome, and you may bring your own net, or a loaner will be made available to you. For ages 12 and older, cost is $10 per person.

Reservations required.

843-689-6767, ext. 223 Sweetgrass Basket Making Classes: 10:30 a.m. Sept. 14, Oct. 12, and Nov. 9 at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn.

Learn about the history of the Sweetgrass basket, one of the Lowcountry’s best known art forms, from a local Gullah basket maker.

Then, try your hand at starting a basket of your own using locally found natural materials. The cost is $65 for adults. Reservations required.

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in our Port Royal Sound estuarine system is the best indicator of the health of its food chain, from phytoplankton to sharks. The Port Royal Sound Estuarine System is frequented by a great variety of top predators that depend on our protection. Dave Harter will tell the story of these largely unseen and under-appreciated creatures through the fisherman’s eyes from the early 1800’s to today. The cost of the program is $7 per person.

Reservations required.

843-689-6767, ext. 223 Workshops for Wellness Series: 10-11:30a.m. Sept. 23 at Jiva Yoga Center. This session is Mindfulness Meditation: Finding Restful Awareness in the Midst of a Busy Life with Patte Ranney. Learn how to weave a meditation practice into your daily routine and witness how it brings calmness and equanimity to your every action.

The individual session cost is $30; pre-registration for the entire series will save you $20. www.jivayogacenter.com or 843-8160604 The Lowcountry before the Europeans: 1:30-3 p.m. Sept. 25 at the Heritage Library, 852 William Hilton Parkway, Suite 2A. An overview of the geography and peoples living in the Lowcountry and South Atlantic Sea Island of North America before the arrival of the Europeans in 1492.

Cost is $10 for nonmembers, $8 for members. Couples will pay $15 for nonmembers and $12 for members.

Space is limited. All history lectures and related programs are open to the public. www.heritagelib.org, 843-686-6560 Starting Family Research — A Two-Session Class for Beginners: 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sept. 26 and Oct. 3 at the Heritage Library, 852 William Hilton Parkway, Suite 2A. If you are just starting family research, this class is for you! This two-part workshop introduces the first-time family researcher to the fascinating field of Continues on page 137 >>

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Shrimp, collards and grits brings art and food together.

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o many, the sublime flavors of the South, from shrimp so fresh you can still taste the ocean to grits that melt right on your tongue, are nothing short of works of art. For those, a new event combines this culinary artwork with... well, actual artwork.

An opening reception for The Shrimp, Collards and Grits Art Collection will be held Sept. 6 at J Banks Design on Hilton Head Island. The exhibition will open to the public Sept. 7 and remain in the showroom through November.

All artists of the collection are represented in Pat Branning’s bestselling book, “Shrimp, Collards and Grits” and from her upcoming edition to be released next year.

Branning has teamed up with elite local chef, Kevin Cavanaugh of the South Carolina Yacht Club, to bring guests an exclusive evening of fine Lowcountry cuisine based on recipes from her book.

This Palate to Palette event takes guests on a journey through the J Banks Design retail showroom, combining art, design, and culinary experiences. J Banks’ designers have partnered with the artists to create inspiring design vignettes that complement and showcase the original artwork.

Guests will stroll through the featured artist stations sampling fine wine and cuisine at each stop.

Special art demonstrations will also dazzle during the evening, and the finished works will be available for purchase through a silent auction. A portion of the proceeds from the silent auction will

be donated to the Hilton Head Center for the Arts.

Stations at this special event feature the following artists: Horton Hayes Gallery: Mark Kelvin Horton, Christopher Groves, Shannon Runquist and Nancy Hoerter; Smith Killian Fine Art: Betty Anglin Smith, Jennifer Smith Rogers, and Shannon Smith; Linda Hartough, internationally recognized as one of golf’s leading artists; Ray Ellis and Peggy Ellis of Savannah and Charleston; and John Carroll Doyle of the John Carroll Doyle Gallery in Charleston.

A “Lunch with the Artist” series is planned for the fall, beginning Sept. 26. The artists from the Horton Hayes Gallery will be at J Banks Design to talk about their paintings and demonstrate how they create a painting from start to finish.

The Lunch with the Artist series continues Oct. 10 with the artists from the Smith Killian Gallery.

On Nov. 14, the Lunch with the Artist series will feature Hartough and Peggy Ellis.

For reservations to any of their luncheons, call J Banks Design at 843-682-1745.

Samples of the artwork may be previewed at the online gallery, www.shrimpcollardsgrits.com. For more information, call 843-7151205 or e-mail pat@shrimpcollardsgrits.com.

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Premier arts gala celebrates arts scene

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n the Lowcountry, we know art is the poetry of the world around us. We see it in the mist of the morning marsh, the easy tide on sun-washed beaches and the rich art community. Many of the talented artists in that community will share their art in this year’s An Evening of the Arts gala presented by the Island School Council for the Arts.

Joe Bowler, Walter Greer, Louanne LaRoche, the whole artistic Palmer family including Walter and Jim, and the rest of the A-list of Lowcountry artists will be on the scene and their works on

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display for the juried silent and live art auction celebrating ISCA’s 31st An Evening of the Arts fundraiser from 6:30-10 p.m. Sept. 21 at Sea Pines Country Club.

Artists and friends will mingle during a casually elegant evening of art and entertainment along with passed hors d’oeuvres, drinks and signature buffet dinner. Then comes the main event: A live art auction with auctioneer Sonny Huntley and master of ceremonies Monty Jett.

This year's honorary chair, artist Louanne LaRoche, has been part of the arts community for more

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than 30 years. She is well known for her association with The Red Piano Gallery, which she owned for several years.

“Walter Palmer was the first piece of artwork my parents purchased from the Red Piano.

With their encouragement, I later purchased the gallery,” she said. “It was very much a meeting spot, and I tried to continue that tradition of gathering artists, collectors, and friends. An Evening of the Arts continues that by bringing artists and their work together with the community.”

Today, she paints from her studio close to the May River. Her work is synonymous with the Lowcountry and is widely collected in private, corporate and museum collections.

“We are so pleased to have Louanne as honorary chair,” said Patti Maurer, ISCA president. “Her generous support and involvement

have been immeasurable. To have this legacy and continuity with artists and our community for over 30 years is what makes this event so exceptional and allows us to continue our artist-in-residencies, programs and scholarships.”

Since 1972, ISCA has provided over $2 million in local arts education programming. “We believe the arts are a rich and vital element of education, of society, of life itself,” said Mira Scott, ISCA board chair.

“Come enjoy the arts, meet the artists and become part of the arts community that makes our island one of the best art towns in the country.”

Live and silent auction proceeds support ISCA arts in education programs, benefiting all public, private and home-schooled students in southern Beaufort County.

Tickets are $125. Call 843-3688486, visit PromisingArtists.org or like ISCA on Facebook for more information.

If you go 31st An Evening of the Arts Presented by Island School Council for the Arts When: Sept. 21, 6:30-10 p.m.

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Savannah Jazz Festival, Sept. 23-30, brings ace performers into the great outdoors

is the main festival venue from Sept. 27-30. The park’s huge lawn ebop buffs rejoice: It’s time traditionally fills with thousands of for another installment of spectators toting lawn chairs and the Savannah Jazz Festival, picnic coolers on those evenings. a week’s worth of free performanc“For much of Savannah, it’s as es by top regional, national, and much a social event as a musical international musicians. This year’s event,” Paul said. festival, set for Sept. 23-30, features At 14, the Slovakian-born such new twists as teenage guitar Varady performed this summer at sensation Andreas Varady (perthe fabled Montreaux Jazz Festival forming Sept. 29) and a chance to in Switzerland, but he has yet to see how many musicians handle play many gigs in the States. a golf club as well as they handle “He’s unbelievable — he’s contheir instruments. sidered to be an international star,” Coastal Jazz said Paul, who Association, also works the festival as CEO of organizer, is Benedetto, planning its the Savannahinaugural golf based guitar tournament maker that on Sept. 24, custom-built at the Westin an instrument COURTESY COASTAL JAZZ ASSOCIATION Savannah recently for the Harbor Resort. Proceeds benefit young prodigy. the association’s nonprofit activiVarady is set to bring his quartet ties, including the jazz festival and to the Forsyth Park stage at 7 p.m. the Sunday afternoon concerts Sept. 29. (For a sneak peek at his held monthly throughout the year fleet-fingered prowess, check out at the Westin. his You Tube performances.)

“No one who’s ever seen me play The festival bill features plenty golf will accuse me of being a golfof other name-brand artists as well, er,” joked guitarist Howard Paul, including Hilton Head’s own Bob who will nonetheless take to the Masteller and The Jazz Corner Alllinks with bassist Ben Tucker, the Stars on Sept. 26. fellow Jazz Association member The jazz festival closes with a who proposed the tournament.

Children’s Jazz Festival, featur“It’s a new wrinkle,” said Tucker, ing the Savannah Arts Academy who plays golf daily and shoots Skylite Orchestra at 4 p.m. Sept. scores averaging 79 to 81. He and 30.

Paul, expecting to be joined by othFor complete festival schedule ers, will also perform music durand more info, go to savannahjazzing the tournament lunch break, festival.org. along with taking to the stage later The golf tournament website is that week at Forsyth Park, which www.cjagolftournament.com.

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Participants will receive handouts to help guide them in research. Cost is $40 for Foundation members; $45 for non-members. Class size limited. All history lectures and related programs are open to the public. www.heritagelib.org or 843-686-6560 Lowcountry Snakes: 3-4 p.m.

Sept. 26 at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Tony Mills, the education director for the LowCountry Institute, will cover the natural history of many snakes commonly found in the Lowcountry. From the venomous rattlesnakes to colorful milk snakes, our region is home to numerous species that play essential rules in our ecosystem. Reservations are required for this up-close-and-personal session with these fascinating cold-blooded animals. Cost is $7 per person.

843-689-6767, ext. 223 Read for the Record: 2 p.m. Oct. 4 at the Bluffton Library. Presented in partnership with the Pearson Foundation, Jumpstart’s Read for the Record Campaign highlights the need for high-quality early education in America by mobilizing adults and children to set a record for the largest shared reading. This year, the featured book to be shared is “Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad.” Participants can also make creepy-crawly crafts to take home with them. www.beaufortcountylibrary.org or 843255-6510

MEETINGS The Palmetto Quilt Guild meeting: 1 p.m. Sept. 20 at Christ Lutheran Church, 829 William Hilton Pkwy. Jan Vaine, an experienced seamstress, quilter, appliqué enthusiast, pattern designer, and teacher will be the guest speaker. Come early and socialize. Guests are welcome for a $5 visitor fee. www.palmettoquiltguild.org

Chamber Young Professionals Group: 5:30-7 p.m. Sept. 26 at Corks Neighborhood Wine Bar in Bluffton.

The popular networking group for the 40-and-under set, presented by the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, is a great opportunity to meet with business colleagues in a casual setting. www.hiltonheadchamber.org

GOOD DEEDS Take a Stand in the Sand: 10 a.m.

Sept. 8 at Coligny Beach. This 1-mile barefoot beach walk or 3-mile extended walk supports saying no to violence against women. The walk is sponsored by the Zonta Club of Hilton Head Island.

There will be a wellness check, prizes, and snacks and water will be provided.

All ages are welcome and kids walk for free. Cost $20 donation. www.zontahhi.org Fundraisers for missionary trip to Tanzania: Sept. 14 and 16, locations vary. On March 13, 2013, ordinary Bluffton housewives, calling themselves the Princess Warriors, will travel to Tanzania, Africa, to share the gospel with women and children and bring them much-needed supplies. They are doing several fundraisers in order to earn all the money that is needed for the trip and the supplies. The following fundraisers are on tap for the Princess Warriors: The ladies will be hosting a Chick-fil-A Spirit Night from 5 – 8 p.m.

Sept.16. A portion of all of proceeds will benefit the Princess Warriors and their Africa Mission trip. The ladies will be having a Corn Hole Tournament at the Okatie Ale House from 6-9 p.m.

Sept. 14. The cost is $20 a team. Great prizes, games, food, live music and freebies await anyone who comes out to help fund the trip. cocobonnett@msn.com Coastal Clean Water Festival: 5-10 p.m. Sept. 15 at Shelter Cove Harbour. Hilton Head Preparatory School presents an evening of music, food and environmental education. The festival is free and open to the public.

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Continued from page 137 live music by professional blues and rock bands, including Chilly Willy Band and Domino Theory with Candace Woodson, as well as other professional and local high school bands. There will be an entertainment area with bouncy houses and games for young children, local food vendors and educational booths for environmental groups. communications@hhprep.org

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Life’s a Clean Beach beach sweep: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Sept. 15 in Sea Pines Resort. Take part in the largest one-day volunteer cleanup event of its kind in South Carolina as a volunteer with the Sea Pines Resort’s “Life’s a Clean Beach” team.

Conducted annually since 1988, the sweep takes place in conjunction with the International Coastal Cleanup, coordinated by the Ocean Conservancy.

The Ocean Conservancy uses debris data gathered during the event to help identify sources of litter to stop pollution before it starts. There are five miles of beautiful beaches along the coast; help keep them that way.

843-842-1979 An Afternoon Delight with the Ladies in Red and White: 2-5 p.m.

Sept. 16 at The Jazz Corner. The Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will be hosting its first fundraising event, an afternoon of music, hors d’oeuvres and wine to share how it began and how it plans to continue serving the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton community. The ladies appreciate community support as they raise awareness and funds for public service projects, including scholarships to collegebound students. Tickets are $25 per person.

843-290-3530 or MPayne4440@aol. com Blood Drive: Sept. 17. The Blood Alliance Mobile will be collecting blood at the following times and hospitals: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Hilton Head Hospital; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Coastal Carolina Hospital; 1:30-4:30 p.m. at Bluffton

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Okatie Outpatient Center. All blood donations stay in this area. www.igiveblood.com 3rd Annual Lowcountry Diaper Drive: 5-8 p.m. Sept. 18 at Chick-fil-A in Bluffton. The drive will once again benefit Bluffton Self Help, the Deep Well Project of Hilton Head Island, and area families. Keeping a baby in clean, dry diapers can cost more than $100 a month. Therefore many low-income parents can only afford to purchase one diaper a day for their young children, which can increase the child’s risk of potential health problems. Community members are asked to drop off unopened packages of disposable diapers to Chick-fil-A in Bluffton during the Sept.

18 drive. Although all sizes are needed, the most requested sizes are 3, 4 and 5. Baby wipes, diaper cream and cash donations for the purchase of diapers also will be accepted. For those who can’t attend the one-night drive, there are three alternate drop-off locations Sept. 10-Sept. 18: The Corner Perk in Bluffton, Piggly Wiggly in Bluffton, and Piggly Wiggly Coligny.

NAMIWalk: Sept. 22 at Coligny Beach. NAMI Beaufort County is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with mental illness and their families through programs of education, support, and advocacy and the promotion of recovery and dignity. Last year, over 490 enthusiastic walkers joined in to raise money to fund local support, education, advocacy, and housing programs. The 5K Walk on the beach is its signature event and the cookout that follows helps bring together sponsors, friends and supporters to celebrate their loyalty and commitment to NAMI. www.NamiBeaufortCounty.com The MLK Fifth Saturday Community Service Day: 9 a.m.noon Sept. 29 at All Saints Episcopal Church. Free breakfast for volunteers will be served at 10 a.m., as community service projects will take place from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Adult and youth volunteers are welcome. Wear work clothes and bring work gloves to help build “The Beloved Community” in Beaufort County.

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JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE LOCAL MUSIC SCENE WITH Craig Coyne.

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rown men don’t cry? Rock stars do. Especially when they reflect upon a long career. One filled with highs and lows. And their unwavering desires to make their parents proud. I didn’t expect to crack the façade of this cool customer who strolled into our interview in torn-up jeans (old-school Levis that fit like a glove), a Beatles T-shirt, shaggy hair, and dark sunglasses.

Admittedly shy, but not one to keep secrets, Craig Coyne quickly removed the glasses, and settled in for our hot summer’s talk. And he left everything on the table. Including a few tears.

Coyne wasn’t raised in a family of musicians. Dad worked for the Daily News for 25 years. Mom raised five sons, and then headed back to college to become a nurse. “She was the ‘General.’” The family soundtrack seemed to revolve around Paul Simon, the go-to album for holidays and special occasions. And that was it.

Interestingly, despite the influence of buttoned-up professionals, each of the Coyne boys had an artistic streak — a musician, painter, sculptor, photographer, and a playwright round out the brood.

Coyne got his start “just listening to records and hearing the older kids play.” Self-taught on guitar, Coyne would “swirl away in his room” for five hours a day.

Listening and mimicking the sound. He got his big break at 17, with his first paid gig: $15 and all the draft beer he could drink.

“You would have thought I hit the jackpot,” Coyne reminisced. “I got home that night and I couldn’t sleep.

I just kept counting those $15 out, over and over again.”

Pleased that he “didn’t get booed off stage,” Coyne was hooked and so began a thirty-something year journey (it wouldn’t be polite to ask his age) that continues today.

Decades on the road with an impressive list of collaborators — BB King, Hot Tuna, Leon Russell, The Meters, Dicky Betts, Allman Brothers, Rick Deringer,

and The Band, among others — slowly led Coyne to Hilton Head Island, the paradise that his parents had made home. “You get on a plane 35 times in one year and you eventually want to get off the road,” Coyne said.

Today you’ll find him playing Hank Williams to Hendrix – solo, duo, and in a multitude of bands all over the island – with Spare Parts and the Jalepeno Brothers, he’s playing with Jevon Daly (of Silicone Sister) in the Grateful Dead tribute band Shaky Bones, and teaming up with John Cranford and Randy Rockalotta (of Cranford & Sons) and Joe Vicars to make the South Beach Orchestra. Name a musician on the island and Coyne has played with him.

So how does he still find his way on stage? Is it luck? “It’s some luck.

But mostly perseverance,” Coyne said.

And, ego? “Nah, I shed my ego years ago. Humility is the key to success, to any art really.”

Coyne’s rock star exterior is penetrable. Just ask him about his family.

His body relaxes. He’ll sink back a bit as if stepping back in time to recall a memory. Perhaps the most powerful memory is of his father. A man who wanted the best – and success – for his sons. And, in typical parent fashion worried about the rock-star life for Coyne. Could it be enough? Would it be enough? Oh, Dad got to him once or twice and Coyne cracked doing stints as a stone mason and running sound for the NHL Network, but the music lured him back.

Eight years ago, when Coyne relocated here, he almost immediately started playing gigs at local bars (And by immediately, we’re talking his second day on the island. Yeah, he’s that good …) and Dad was often in the audience. “I could see it,” Coyne choked up as the tears begin to fall. “He was proud … I made him proud.”

As he should be. What could be sadder than a lifelong musician giving up the music? Music is Coyne’s craft. His gift he said, “If I don’t play, I cease to create, I just exist.”

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“If I don’t play, I cease to create.

I just exist.”

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Courtney Hampson has been writing freelance for seven years and gets a particular kick out interviewing musicians.

With absolutely no musical background – except for a short flute stint in middle school – she finds musicians to be challenging subjects because they are each so different. For a long time she believed that the lyrics to Elton John’s “Tiny Dancer” were actually “Tony Danza” - it was during the Who’s The Boss run.

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UP AFTER DARK | dining

AFTER DARK

Up MONDAY

Jazz Corner: Deas Guyz (Sept. 3) The Martin Lesch Band featuring Whitley Deputy (Sept. 10,17,24) Kingfisher: Tableside magic with Joseph the Magician.

Salty Dog Cafe: Anneliza’s kidz music at 7 and 8 p.m.

San Miguel’s: Chris Jones TUESDAY Big Bamboo Café: Tom “Vegas” Vicario plays the classics at 9 p.m.

The Jazz Corner: Bob Masteller’s Jazz Corner Quintet (Sept. 4), Gina Rene (Sept. 11, 18, 25) Salty Dog Cafe: Live music from Bruce Crichton plus Anneliza’s kidz music at 7 and 8 p.m.

San Miguel’s: David Marshall Shelter Cove Harbour: Shannon Tanner, 6:30 p.m.

Station 300 & Zeppelin’s Bar & Grill: Target the Band, 6 p.m.

One Hot Mama’s: Bartending for Booies to benefit LoCo Motion. 5 p.m.

Sept 18.

Giuseppi’s Hilton Head: Craft Beer Dinner, $25 per course. Sept. 18 WEDNESDAY Big Bamboo Cafe: Reggae at 10 p.m.

The Jazz Corner: The Earl Williams Quartet (Sept. 12, 26) or the Bobby Ryder Quartet (Sept. 5, 19) Kingfisher: Acoustic favorites from Pete Carroll at 6 p.m.

Red Fish: John Brackett Trio 7:30 p.m.

Salty Dog Cafe: Dave Kemmerly from 6-10 p.m. and magician Gary Maurer San Miguel’s: Mike Korbar Santa Fe Cafe: Reymundo Elias from 7-10 p.m.

THURSDAY Big Bamboo Café: Jack The Jammer 6:30-9:30 p.m. also Thursday, open mic night with Phil Mullins, 10 p.m.

Captain Woody’s (Bluffton): Jim Davidson 7-10 p.m.

Ela’s Blu Water Grille: 8 p.m.

Thurs.-Sat. Dean St. Hilaire and island artists.

Electric Piano: Darryl Van-Horne, Aug. 23 The Jazz Corner: Lavon and Louise Kingfisher: Classic rock by David Wingo at 6:30 p.m.

Salty Dog Cafe: Dave Kemmerly from 6-10 p.m. and magician Gary Maurer San Miguel’s: Eric Daubert Santa Fe Cafe: Reymundo Elias from 7-10 p.m.

Smokehouse: Whitley Deputy and the B-Town Project, 10 p.m.

Skull Creek Boathouse: LoCo Motion kickoff party at 5 p.m. benefiting LoCo Motion.

FRIDAY Kingfisher: Earl Williams Band playing jazz, blues and Motown at 6 p.m.

Big Bamboo: The Beagles play the Beatles from 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Bistro Mezzaluna: Target Band at 8 p.m.

Captain Woody’s (Bluffton): Mike Korbar 7-10 p.m.

Electric Piano: Dueling pianos The Jazz Corner: Noel Fredilines All-Star Quartet (Sept. 1), Daline Jones and Diego Ramirez (Sept. 7, 8), Bobby Ryder’s Swingin’ Quintet (Sept. 14, 15), Sarah + Two (Sept. 21, 22), Noel Freidline Quintet (Sept. 28, 29) Salty Dog Cafe: Live music from Dave Kemmerly plus Anneliza’s kidz music at 7 and 8 p.m.

San Miguel’s: David Marshall Santa Fe Cafe: Reymundo Elias from 7-10 p.m.

Smokehouse: OCD (10 p.m. Sept.

14), Luke Mitchell (10 p.m. Sept. 21), FrequenSea (10 p.m. Sept. 28).

Station 300 & Zeppelin’s Bar & Grill: Bowling with the band, Frequensea, 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Sept. 1, $8 cover, unlimited bowling and shoe rental.

SATURDAY Big Bamboo: Reid Richmond, 10 p.m.

Captain Woody’s (Bluffton): Jordan Ross 7-10 p.m.

Electric Piano: Sterlin & Shuvette (Sept. 1, 15), Jalapeno Brothers (Sept.

8), On Tap (Sept. 22) Vinyl on Fire (Sept. 29) The Jazz Corner: Noel Fredilines All-Star Quartet (Sept. 1), Daline Jones and Diego Ramirez (Sept. 7, 8), Bobby Ryder’s Swingin’ Quintet (Sept. 14, 15), Sarah + Two (Sept. 21, 22), Noel Freidline Quintet (Sept. 28, 29) Mellow Mushroom: Karaoke on Hilton Head.

Salty Dog Café: Dave Kemmerly 5-9 p.m.

San Miguel’s: Tommy Sims Santa Fe Cafe: Reymundo Elias from 7-10 p.m.

Shelter Cove Harbour: Shannon Tanner, 6:30 p.m.

Smokehouse: Souls Harbor (10 p.m.

Sept. 8), The Resuscitators (10 p.m.

Sept. 22), Cranford & Sons (10 p.m.

Sept. 29), The Simpsons Brothers (9:30 p.m. 1, 15) Station 300 & Zeppelin’s Bar & Grill: Bowling with the band, Marshall Dillon Band, 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Sept. 1, $8 cover, unlimited bowling and shoe rental.

Frankie Bones: Franktoberfest with music by the Rhinelanders, plus yodeling costume and moustache contests.

3 p.m. Sept. 8 Skull Creek Boathouse: Lobsterfest begins at noon.

Black Marlin: Lowcountrty Boil Sept. 22 Skull Creek Boathouse: Full Moon Rodeo starts at 4 p.m. with mechanical bull ride, live music, plus best boot, hat and belt contests. Sept. 29.

SUNDAY Electric Piano: Simpson Brothers Sept. 2 The Jazz Corner: Deas Guyz (Sept.

9, 16, 23) and Dixieland Jam (2-5 p.m Sept. 30) Kingfisher: Tableside magic with Joseph the Magician.

Salty Dog Cafe: Dave Kemmerly from 6-10 p.m. and magician Gary Maurer San Miguel’s: Kirk O’Leary

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ATLANTA BREAD COMPANY: Soups, salads and sandwiches. 45 Pembroke Drive.

342-2253. bld BELLA ITALIA BISTRO AND PIZZA: Authentic New York-style pizza and dinners. 95 Mathews Drive in Port Royal Plaza. 6895560. ld CAROLINA CAFÉ: Lowcountry cuisine. The Westin Resort, Port Royal Plantation. 6814000, ext. 7045. bld CHART HOUSE: Seafood, steaks and more. 2 Hudson Road. 342-9066. ld CRAZY CRAB (NORTH END): 104 William Hilton Parkway. 681-5021. www.thecrazycrab. com. ld DRAGON EXPRESS: Chinese take-out. 95 Mathews Drive in Port Royal Plaza. 681-5191. ld DYE’S GULLAH FIXIN’S: Authentic Gullah country cooking; catering available. Pineland Station. 681-8106. ld FANCY Q SUSHI BAR & GRILL : 435 William Hilton Parkway 342-6626. ld FIESTA FRESH MEXICAN GRILL (NORTH END): 95 Mathews Drive. 342-8808. bld FRANKIE BONES: Reminiscent of Chicago/ New York in the 1950s and 1960s. Mondays: Double Down Mondays. Tuesdays: Ladies’ Night. Thursdays: Flip Night. Fridays: Late night happy hour. Saturdays: Flip Night.

Sundays: All-night happy hour. 1301 Main Street. 682-4455. www.frankieboneshhi.com. lds

TRUFFLES In honor of our City Guide, we present a restaurant renowned both on- and off-island.

Visit them in Sea Pines, on Pope Avenue and in Belfair Towne Village.

HUDSON’S ON THE DOCKS: 1 Hudson Road.

681-2772. www.hudsonsonthedocks.com. ld IL CARPACCIO: Authentic northern Italian cuisine and brick-oven pizzas. 430 William Hilton Parkway in Pineland Station. www. ilcarpaccioofhiltonhead.com. 342-9949. ld

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LE BISTRO MEDITERRANEAN: 430 William Hilton Parkway in Pineland Station. 6818425. lebistromediterranean.com. d LITTLE CHRIS CAFE: Deli sandwiches, salads, omelettes and 430 William Hilton Parkway in Pineland Station. 785-2233. bld MAIN STREET CAFÉ: Pub-style dishes, seafood. 1411 Main Street Village. 689-3999. hiltonheadcafe.com. lds

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TJ’S TAKE AND BAKE PIZZA

NORTH: 681-2900 SOUTH: 842-8253 MANGIAMO!: Pizza, Italian fare, take-out and delivery. 2000 Main Street. 682-2444. www. hhipizza.com. ld MI TIERRA (HILTON HEAD): 160 William Hilton Parkway in Fairfield Square. 342-3409. ld MICKEY’S PUB: Pub food, steaks, mussels, grilled pizzas. 435 William Hilton Parkway.

689-9952. www.mickeyspubhhi.com. ldo MUNCHIES: Ice creams, wraps, sandwiches, paninis and salads. Offers a $5 after-school meal for students from 2:30-4:30 p.m. daily, and readymade lunches. 1407 Main Street. 785-3354. ld OKKO: Hibachi, Thai cuisine, sushi bar and cocktail lounge. 95 Mathews Drive. 341-3377. ld OLD FORT PUB: Fine dining and spectacular views. 65 Skull Creek Drive in Hilton Head Plantation. 681-2386. www.oldfortpub.com. ds OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: Steaks and more.

20 Hatton Place. 681-4329. ld PLANTATION CAFÉ AND DELI: Breakfast plates, salads, sandwiches and more. 95 Mathews Drive. 342-4472. bl REILLEY’S GRILL AND BAR (NORTH END): Steaks, seafood, pasta and sandwiches. Happy Hour crab legs. 95 Mathews Drive. 681-4153. reilleyshiltonhead.com. ldso SKULL CREEK BOATHOUSE: Fresh seafood, raw bar and American favorites. Sunset views.

Thurs: Sunset reggae party. 397 Squire Pope Road. 681-3663. www.skullcreekboathouse. com. do STARBUCKS: 430 William Hilton Parkway in Pineland Station, Hilton Head Island. 689-6823.

IL CARPACCIO | 342-9949 STREET MEET: Family-friendly menu in a 1930s-era tavern; serves food until 1 a.m.; Daily happy hour from 4-7 p.m. 95 Mathews Drive in Port Royal Plaza. 842-2570. www. streetmeethhi.com. ldo SUNSET GRILLE: Upscale dining, unforgettable views. 43 Jenkins Island Road. 689-6744. ldos TAPAS: Small dishes served tapas-style. 95 Mathews Drive, Suite B5, Hilton Head Island.

681-8590. www.tapashiltonhead.com. d TJ’S TAKE AND BAKE PIZZA: 35 Main Street.

Offering an expanded lunchtime menu. 6812900, www.tjstakeandbakepizza.com ld TURTLES BEACH BAR & GRILL: Lowcountry fare with a Caribbean twist. Live nightly entertainment. 2 Grasslawn Avenue at the Westin Resort.

681-4000. ldo UP THE CREEK PUB & GRILL: Burgers, seafood and salads with waterfront views. 18 Simmons Road in Broad Creek Marina. 681-3625. ld VIC’S TAVERN: Traditional pub food in a sports bar atmosphere. Pineland Station. 681-2228. ld WISEGUYS STEAKS: Contemporary twist on the classic American steakhouse. 1513 Main Street.

842-8866. www.wiseguyshhi.com. do YUMMY HOUSE: Authentic Chinese food, buffet, free delivery. 2 Southwood Park Drive. 681-5888. www.yummyhousehiltonhead.com. ld

HILTON HEAD MID-ISLAND

ALEXANDER’S: Steak, seafood, desserts. 76 Queens Folly Road. 785-4999. www.alexandersrestaurant.com. ld ANTONIO’S: The Village at Wexford 842-5505. ld ARTHUR’S: Sandwiches, salads. Arthur Hills Course, Palmetto Dunes. 785-1191. L

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BALI HAI FAMILY RESTAURANT: Pacific Rim cuisine with a Southern flair. Open 5 p.m. 7 days a week. Hilton Head Island Beach and Tennis Resort, 40 Folly Field Road, Hilton Head Island.

842-0084. d

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Contemporary Asian Cuisine Hibachi | Thai | Sushi | Lounge Open 7 Days, 11:30am until 11:30pm Sunday thru Thursday 11:30am until Midnight Friday and Saturday Early Bird Dining, 4:30pm until 6pm Happy Hour 4:30pm until 7pm

Serving our Full Menu until Midnight.

843.341.3377 Located at 95 Mathews Drive in Port Royal Plaza, Suite C

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KINGFISHER | 785-4442

BIG JIM’S BBQ, BURGERS AND PIZZA: Located inside Palmetto Dunes’ Robert Trent Jones course, Big Jim’s offers up Southern dishes, burgers, pizzas and more. 785-1165. ld

COCONUTZ SPORTZ BAR: Burgers, pizza, sandwiches, seafood and steaks. Open 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Hilton Head Island Beach and Tennis Resort, 40 Folly Field Road, Hilton Head Island. 842-0043 do

BISTRO 17: French cuisine with harbor views.

17 Harbourside Lane in Shelter Cove. 785-5517. bistro17hhi.com. ld BONEFISH: 890 William Hilton Parkway. 3413772. ld CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL: 14 Folly Field Drive 785-5007. ld CAFÉ AT THE MARRIOTT: Breakfast buffet, lunch a la carte. Oceanside at Marriott Beach and Golf Resort, Palmetto Dunes. 686-8488. bl COCO’S ON THE BEACH: 663 William Hilton Parkway; also located at beach marker 94A. 842-2626. cocosonthebeach.com. ld CAFÉ STREET TROPEZ: Seafood favorites, continental style. 841 William Hilton Parkway. 7857425. www.cafesttropezofhiltonhead.com. ldo

CONROY’S: Signature restaurant of author Pat Conroy features seafood, steaks and ocean views. Hilton Head Marriott Beach and Golf Resort, Palmetto Dunes. 686-8499. ds ELA’S BLU WATER GRILLE: Seafood, Steak & Style. The dining ambiance offers a waterfront, pleasantly casual and intimate garden patio. Chef Chris Cohen offers the freshest seafood on Hilton Head. 1 Shelter Cove Lane.

785-3030, www.elasgrille.com. ld FLORA’S ITALIAN CAFE: Italian and European cuisine. 841 William Hilton Parkway in South Island Square. 842-8200. www.florascafeofhiltonhead.com. d FRENCH BAKERY: Authentic French pastries, breads, lunch items. 430 William Hilton Parkway in Pineland Station. 342-5420. frenchbakeryhiltonhead.com. bl

In season: OKRA

• Okra plants can sometimes be mistaken for marijuana, as the foliage of the two plants is similar in shape.

• Okra is believed by many to have origins in West Africa.

ALSO IN SEASON Basil Garlic Grapes 146

Watermelons Okra Winter Squash Sweet Potatoes

• This versatile veggie is grown and cooked in almost every region and culture in the world.

• Besides being essential to a good gumbo, okra is high in fiber and vitamin B6.

Tomatoes Zucchini Oysters Shrimp

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OCEAN BLUE: Pizza, salads, sandwiches.

Oceanfront at the Hilton Head Marriott Beach and Golf Resort in Palmetto Dunes. 6868444. ld

JAMAICA JOE’Z BEACH BAR: Hilton Head Island Beach and Tennis Resort, 40 Folly Field Road. 842-0044.

OLD OYSTER FACTORY | 681-6040 FUDDRUCKERS: 2A Shelter Cove Lane. 6865161. ld GIUSEPPI’S PIZZA AND PASTA: Pizza, sandwiches and fresh pasta dishes. 32 Shelter Cove Lane in Shelter Cove. 785-4144. giuseppispizza.com. ld

KINGFISHER SEAFOOD, PASTA AND STEAKHOUSE: Award-winning chef creates fresh seafood, pasta and steaks with a breathtaking water view and Mediterranean decor.

Early Bird specials nightly from 4:30-6 p.m.; happy hour specials nightly from 4:30-7 p.m.

Outdoor seating available. 18 Harbourside Lane in Shelter Cove, Hilton Head Island. 843-7854442. www.kingfisherseafood.com. do

ELA’S BLU WATER GRILLE | 785-3030 LARRY’S GIANT SUBS: Subs, NYC-style deli sandwiches, Philly cheese-steaks. 32 Shelter Cove Lane. 785-2488. www.larryssubs.com. bld LITTLE CHRIS CAFÉ: 430 William Hilton Parkway in Pineland Station, Hilton Head Island. 785-2233. bl

HAROLD’S DINER: Full breakfast and lunch menu. 641 William Hilton Parkway. 842-9292. bl

LITTLE VENICE: Italian specialties, seafood and pasta with water views. 2 Shelter Cove Lane in Shelter Cove. 785-3300. ld

HH PRIME: Fine aged prime steaks, fresh seafood, large wine selection. Hilton Oceanfront Resort in Palmetto Dunes. 3418058. blds

NEW YORK CITY PIZZA: This slice of the south end finds a new home mid-island in the Publix shopping center. 689-2229. ld

OLD OYSTER FACTORY: 101 Marshland Road.

681-6040. www.oldoysterfactory.com. d PAZZO: Italian cafe and bakery. 807 William Hilton Parkway in Plantation Center. 8429463. ld POMODORI: Italian cuisine from casual to sophisticated. 1 New Orleans Road. 6863100. ld RUAN THAI CUISINE I: 81 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 785-8575. www. myruanthai.com. ld SAN MIGUEL’S: Fun Mexican and Tex-Mex restaurant with waterfront views and outdoor bar. 9 Shelter Cove Lane in Shelter Cove Marina. 842-4555. www.sanmiguels.com. ld

SANTA FE CAFE | 785-3838

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SANTA FE CAFÉ: Southwestern cuisine in a stylish setting with full bar service and the famous rooftop dining experience. 807 William Hilton Parkway in Plantation Center. 7853838. www.santafeofhiltonhead.com. ld SCOTT’S FISH MARKET RESTAURANT AND BAR: Seafood and steaks on the water.

17 Harbour Side Lane. 785-7575. scottsfishmarket.com. d SEA GRASS GRILLE: Fresh seafood. 807 William Hilton Parkway. 785-9990. www.seagrassgrille.com. ld SIGNALS LOUNGE: 130 Shipyard Drive Crowne Plaza Resort. 842-2400.

STREET MEET: Family-friendly menu in a 1930sera tavern; serves food until 1 a.m.; outdoor seating; block parties the last Saturday of every month starting at 6 p.m. Daily: Happy hour from 4-7 p.m, late night happy hour from 10 p.m. until close. Tuesday: L80s Night. Fridays: Fish fry. 95 Mathews Drive in Port Royal Plaza. 8422570. www.streetmeethhi.com. ldo UP THE CREEK PUB & GRILL: Broad Creek Marina, 18 Simmons Road. 681-3625. ldo XO LOUNGE: 23 Ocean Lane in the Hilton Oceanfront Resort, Palmetto Dunes. 3418080. xohhi.com.

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ASIAN BISTRO: Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisine. 51 New Orleans Road. 686-9888. ld

STARBUCKS: 32 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 842-4090

AUNT CHILADA’S EASY STREET CAFE: Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. daily. 69 Pope Avenue. 7857700. www.auntchiladashhi.com. ld

RED FISH | 686-3388 ANNIE O’S: Southern style cuisine. 124 Arrow Road. 341-2664. LD ALLIGATOR GRILLE: Everything from tuna to gator, ribs to sushi. Park Plaza. 842-4888. alligatorgrilleofhiltonhead.com. D

SOUTH END

AMIGOS CAFE Y CANTINA: Ultra-casual, funky. 70 Pope Avenue. 785-8226. amigoshhi. com. ld

ALFRED’S: European-trained executive chef Alfred Kettering combines classic American and Continental cuisine. 807 William Hilton Parkway, #1200, Hilton Head Island. 3413117. alfredsofhiltonhead.com. D

ANGLER’S BEACH MARKET GRILL: Fresh seafood, beef, chicken; family-friendly; dinein or carry out. 2 North Forest Beach Drive, 785-3474. ld

BEACH BREAK GRILL: Baja fish tacos, Cuban sandwiches, plate lunches, salads. 24 Palmetto Bay Road, Suite F. 785-2466. Ld BESS’ DELICATESSEN AND CATERING: Soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts, muffins, croissants. 55 New Orleans Road, Fountain Center. 785-5504. bl BIG BAMBOO CAFE: Casual American food in a 1940s Pacific-themed atmosphere.

Live music nightly. Happy Hour, 4-7 p.m.

1 North Forest Beach Drive, Coligny Plaza.

686-3443. www.bigbamboocafe.com. ldo BISTRO MEZZALUNA: Authentic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine and tapas. 5-7 p.m. daily: Happy Hour. Live music, dancing. 55 New Orleans Road 842-5011. www.bistromezzalunahhi.com. d

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BLACK MARLIN BAYSIDE GRILL AND HURRICANE BAR: Fresh-caught fish, seafood and hand-cut steaks. 4-7 p.m. daily: Happy Hour indoors and at the outdoor Hurricane Bar. 86 Helmsman Way in Palmetto Bay Marina. 785-4950. www.blackmarlinhhi.com. lds BOMBORAS GRILLE AND CHILL BAR: 101 A/B Pope Avenue, Coligny Plaza. 689-2662, bomborasgrille.com ldo BRAVO PIZZA: 1B New Orleans Road. 3427757. ld BRELLAS CAFÉ: Breakfast buffet, weekend seafood buffet. 130 Shipyard Drive. 8422400. bd BRITISH OPEN PUB: Authentic British food, drink, certified angus beef. 1000 William Hilton Parkway D3 in the Village at Wexford.

686-6736. britishopenpub.net. Ldo CALLAHAN’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL: Pub food in a sports-bar atmosphere. Happy Hour, 4-7 p.m. 49 New Orleans Road. 686-7665. ldo

COLIGNY BAKERY: Breads, muffins, cakes and pies baked daily. Coligny Plaza. 6864900. bl COLIGNY DELI & GRILL: More than 80 flavors of frozen treats and sandwiches. Coligny Plaza. 785-4440. ld

ELECTRIC PIANO | 785-5399 CAPTAIN WOODY’S: 86 Helmsman Way in Palmetto Bay Marina. 785-2400. www.captainwoodys.com. ldo CASEY’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILLE: Burgers, sandwiches. Happy Hour, 4-7 p.m. M-F. Mon: Margarita Mondays. Tues: Ladies’ Night. Thurs: Team trivia. Fri: Karaoke. 37 New Orleans Road.

785-2255. caseyshhi.com. ldo CATCH 22: Seafood, steaks, raw bar. 37 New Orleans Plaza. 785-6261. www.catch22hhi. com. d CHARLIE’S L’ETOILE VERTE: Small, intimate French dining. 8 New Orleans Road. 7859277. www.charliesgreenstar.com. ld

CORKS NEIGHBORHOOD WINE BAR: Happy Hour, 4-6 p.m. 11 Palmetto Bay Road, Hilton Head Island. 671-7783. corkswinecompany. com. do CQ’S: 140A Lighthouse Lane. 671-2779. ld CRANE’S TAVERN AND STEAKHOUSE: Steakhouse with high-end specialties. 26 New Orleans Road. 341-2333. d

DELISHEEEYO: Tart, fat-free, low-cal, probiotic soft serve frozen yogurt; seasonal and organic fresh fruits; organic juice bar; whole food smoothies. 32 Palmetto Bay Road. 785-3633.

DANIEL’S RESTAURANT AND BAR: Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes, many vegetarian selections, all organic meat. 2 North Forest Beach Drive. 341-9379. bldo DRYDOCK: 21 Office Park Road. 842-9775. ldo EARLE OF SANDWICH PUB: English pub food, sandwiches. 1 North Forest Beach Drive in Coligny Plaza. 785-7767. ld

CRAZY CRAB (HARBOUR TOWN): 149 Lighthouse Road. 363-2722. www.thecrazycrab.com. ld DELI BY THE BEACH: Deli sandwiches with Boar’s Head meats. Village at Wexford. 7857860. ld

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ELECTRIC PIANO: 33 Office Park Road. 7855399. www.electricpianohhi.com o FAT BABY’S: Fresh pizza, subs. 120 Arrow Road. 842-4200. www.fatbabyspizza.com. ld FIESTA FRESH MEXICAN GRILL: 51 New Orleans Road. 785-4788. ld FLAMINGO HOUSE OF DOUGHNUTS: 33 Office Park Road #A, Hilton Head Island.

686-4606 FLATBREAD GRILL AND BAR: 2 North Forest Beach Drive. 341-2225, www.flatbreadgrillhhi. com. ldo FLAVORS: Eclectic recipes from around the world. 12 Heritage Plaza. 785-3115. ld FROZEN MOO: Coligny Plaza, 1 North Forest Beach Drive. 842-3131 FROSTY FROG CAFE: Many combinations of frozen daiquiris, pizza, sandwiches, salads, wraps, appetizers. Kids Bounce House 4:308:30 p.m. Tuesdays and 12-4 p.m. starting June 12. 1 North Forest Beach in Coligny Plaza. 686-3764. www.frostyfrog.com. ldo

FUSION: Blending French, Indian and American cuisine. 14 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head, in the Gallery of Shoppes. 715-9365. ld GILLAN’S FRESH SEAFOOD & OYSTER BAR: Local flavors mingle with Maine standbys and N’awlins favorites. 841 William Hilton Parkway, Suite A, in South Island Square. 681-FISH (3474). ld GRUBY’S NEW YORK DELI: Deli favorites with a NYC touch. 890 William Hilton Parkway in the Fresh Market Shoppes. 842-9111. bl HARBOUR SIDE CAFE: Casual outdoors burgers, hot dogs and sandwiches. Harbour Town, Sea Pines. 842-1444. ld HARBOUR TOWN BAKERY AND CAFE: Freshly baked pastries, overstuffed sandwiches, soups. Harbour Town, Sea Pines. 363-2021. bl HARBOUR TOWN GRILL: Harbour Town Links Clubhouse, Sea Pines. 363-8380. bld HILTON HEAD DINER: Classic-style diner in

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the New York tradition; open 24/7. 6 Marina Side Drive. 686-2400. bldo

JAVA JOE’S: 101 Pope Avenue in Coligny Plaza. 686- 5282. www.javajoeshhi.com bldo

HILTON HEAD BREWING COMPANY: Classic American flavors, home-brewed favorites. 7C Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Plaza. 7853900. ldo

JAZZ CORNER: Eclectic fine dining menu, live music nightly. Village at Wexford. 842-8620. thejazzcorner.com. do

HILTON HEAD ICE CREAM: 55 New Orleans Road, #114. 852-6333, hiltonheadicecreamshop.com HINCHEY’S CHICAGO BAR AND GRILL: 36 South Forest Beach Drive. 686-5959. www.hincheyschicagobarandgrill.com. ldo HINOKI OF KURAMA: Authentic Japanese cuisine, sushi. 37 New Orleans Road. 7859800. ld HOT DOG HARBOUR: Unit E-5, Coligny Plaza.

785-5400. ld HUGO’S: 841 William Hilton Parkway. 785HUGO. ld IT’S GREEK TO ME: Authentic, casual cuisine.

11 Lagoon Road in Coligny Plaza. 842-4033. ldo

JUMP AND PHIL’S BAR AND GRILL: Sandwiches and salads in a pub setting. 7 Greenwood Drive, Suite 3B. 785-9070. www. jumpandphilshhi.com. ldo JUST PASTA: 1 North Forest Beach Drive in Coligny Plaza, Hilton Head island. 686-3900. ld KARMA / ULTIMATE TEEN NIGHTLIFE: 5 Lagoon Road. 424-4016, karmahiltonhead. com o KENNY B’S FRENCH QUARTER CAFE: Lowcountry and New Orleans creole cuisine.

70 Pope Avenue in Circle Center. 785-3315. blds KURAMA JAPANESE STEAK AND SEAFOOD HOUSE: Japanese hibachi and sushi. 9 Palmetto Bay Road. 785-4955. www.kuramahhi.com. d

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WHAT WE’RE EATING

License to kale: taste the Southern superfood

BY LANCE HANLIN

Popeye and his spinach need to make way for the new “Queen of Greens.”

Vitamin-rich kale has long been a staple of southern cuisine but is gaining world-wide popularity for one simple reason — it’s one of the healthiest foods you can eat. While all unprocessed vegetables are good for your health, kale offers a few added benefits, protecting against several cancers while lowering cholesterol.

“It’s basically the closest relative to wild cabbage,” said Lindsay

Martin, a wellness coach and dietician at Hilton Head Health. “It’s considered one of those cruciferous vegetables, which have been shown to have numerous health benefits.”

Kale comes in eight variations and is available at most local markets and grocery stores year-round. Look

for a rich green color with no wilting, brown spots or yellowing leaves.

It’s very high in beta carotene, vitamin K, vitamin C, lutein and zeaxanthin. While it is grown more wildly in Europe and cooler climates, kale can thrive in our sub-tropical environment with

frequent watering.

Along with the health benefits, some of the vegetable’s rising popularity can be attributed to its versatility in the kitchen.

“You use it like you would spinach,” Martin said. “If you’re new to trying it, I would recommend taking out the big, long stem that runs through the middle. You can eat it raw or you can sauté it with some garlic and a little bit of olive oil. It’s great with pasta, salads and soups.”

Many recipes including kale can be found on the Hilton Head Health blog, www.H3daily.com.

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SALTY DOG CAFE | 671-7327 LA HACIENDA: 11 Palmetto Bay Road. 842-4982. ld LAKEHOUSE RESTAURANT: Casual atmosphere, overlooking golf course. Sea Pines. 842-1441. bl LAND’S END TAVERN: Casual family atmosphere overlooking the marina. South Beach Marina. 671-5456. www.saltydog. com. bld LODGE BEER AND GROWLER BAR: Craft brews, wines and cocktails. Happy Hour, 5-8 p.m. daily. Tues: Pinch the Pint Night. Wed: Kick the Keg Night. Thurs: Burgers and Beer Night.

7B Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Plaza. 842-8966. www.hiltonheadlodge.com. do A LOWCOUNTRY BACKYARD: Lowcountry and Charleston cuisine, including fresh-baked breakfast cakes, sandwiches, seafood, salads and soups. 32 Palmetto Bay Road at The Village Exchange.

785-9273. hhbackyaRoadcom. bld MARKET STREET CAFE: American and Mediterranean cuisine.12 Coligny Plaza. 686-4976. www.marketstreecafe.com. ld MARLEY’S ISLAND GRILLE: Seafood, steaks, lobster. 35 Office Park Road in Park Plaza. 686-5800. www.marleyshhi.com. do MELLOW MUSHROOM: Pizza, salads, subs, take-out available.

33 Office Park Road in Park Plaza. 686-2474. www.mellowmushroom.com/hiltonhead ldo MICHAEL ANTHONY’S: Regional Italian fine dining with a contemporary flair. 37 New Orleans Road. 785-6272. www. michael-anthonys.com. d MURPHY’S IRISH PUB: Enjoy a pint and some traditional Irish pub grub. 81 Pope Avenue, Heritage Plaza. 842-3448. www. murphyspubhhi.com. ldo

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NEW YORK CITY PIZZA: Pizza, subs, calzones, dine-in, take-out, delivery. 81 Pope Avenue. 842-2227. ld NICK’S STEAK & SEAFOOD: Large screen TVs and sports memorabilia. 9 Park Lane. 686-2920. www.nickssteakandseafood.com. d ONE HOT MAMA’S: Slow-cooked BBQ and ribs, wings and more. Happy Hour, 4-7 p.m. daily. Late-night menu until 1 a.m, bar open until 2 a.m. Tuesdays: Totally ‘80s night with DJ Smalls. 10 p.m. Thursdays: Karaoke. Fridays and Saturdays: The Island’s Best Dance Party, with DJ Wee. 7 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Plaza. 682-6262. www. onehot mamas.com. ldso PALMETTO BAY SUNRISE CAFÉ: Eggs Benedict, Bloody Marys. 86 Helmsman Way in Palmetto Bay Marina. 686-3232. palmettobaysunrisecafe.com. bl PATTY’S PIG & PIT: The island’s newest barbecue featuring house-smoked brisket, ribs, chicken and more. Six chef-made sauces, half-off appetizers during happy hour 3-6 p.m. daily. Early Bird Dining 4-6 p.m. Kids Menu and patio dining available. Take-out and catering. Serving continuously from 11 a.m. Monday - Saturday. 32 Office Park Road, Hilton Head Island (across from the new Harris Teeter in Park Plaza).

842-5555. ld PAULIE’S COAL-FIRED PIZZA: Awardwinning pizzas. 1034 William Hilton Parkway. 785-3510. ldO PHILLY’S CAFÉ AND DELI: Salads, sandwiches. 102 Fountain Center, New Orleans Road. 785-9966. l PINO GELATO: Ice cream, yogurt, desserts. 1000 William Hilton Parkway in the Village at Wexford. 842-2822. pinogelato.com

SMOKEHOUSE | 842-4227

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Cathryn Matthes, CEC is an award winning spa chef, healthy lifestyle educator and owner of delisheeeYo; a bustling frozen yogurt, organic juice and vegetarian lunch bar on Hilton Head. Visit her at www.chefc.tv or www.delisheeeYo.com

PLANTATION CAFÉ AND DELI (SOUTH END): Breakfast plates, salads, sandwiches and more. 81 Pope Avenue in Heritage Plaza. 785-9020. bl

SAGE ROOM: Unique open-air kitchen allows guests to chat with the chefs. 81 Pope Avenue, Heritage Plaza. 785-5352. www.thesageroom.com. d

QUARTERDECK: 149 Lighthouse Road, Harbour Town, Sea Pines. 842-1999. ldo

SALTY DOG CAFE: Outdoor hangout for burgers, sandwiches and seafood.

South Beach Marina Village, Sea Pines.

671-7327. www.saltydog.com. ld

RED FISH: Cuban, Caribbean, Latin. 8 Archer Road. 686-3388. www.redfishofhiltonhead.com. ld REILLEY’S GRILL AND BAR (SOUTH END): Steaks, seafood, pasta and sandwiches. Happy Hour crab legs. 7D Greenwood Drive. 842-4414. reilleyshiltonheadcom. ldo REMY’S BAR AND GRILL: Fresh local seafood. Kitchen open from 11 p.m.-late.

Live music nightly. Mondays: Moon Men From Mars Tuesdays: Jalapeno Brothers.

Wednesdays: Treble Jay. Thursdays: Martin Lesch Trio. Fridays: CC & The Lost Boys.

Saturdays: (rotates). Sundays: Big B Karaoke. 130 Arrow Road. 842-3800. www.remysbarandgrill.com. ldo

SEA SHACK: Casual, fresh and familyfriendly. 6 Executive Park Drive. 7852464. ld SEA PINES BEACH CLUB AND SURFSIDE GRILL: Casual fare, family entertainment, beachfront. North Sea Pines Drive. 8421888. seapines.com/dining. ld SIGNE’S HEAVEN BOUND BAKERY & CAFE: Gourmet salads, sandwiches, goodies. 93 Arrow Road. 785-9118. bls SKILLETS CAFÉ: Speciality dishes served in skillets; stocked salad bar.

Coligny Plaza. 785-3131. skilletscafe. com. bld

RITA’S WATER ICE: 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Coligny Plaza Hilton Head. 686-2596, www.ritasice.com.

SMOKEHOUSE: BBQ. 34 Palmetto Bay Road. 842-4227. smokehousehhi.com. ldo

ROBERT IRVINE’S EAT!: Cooking classes available. 1000 William Hilton Parkway in the Village at Wexford. 785-4850. eathhi.com. d

SOUTHERN CONEY & BREAKFAST: Coney dogs, hamburgers, salads, breakfast. 70 Pope Avenue, in Circle Center.

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WATUSI | 686-5200 STACK’S PANCAKES OF HILTON HEAD: Pancakes, crepes, muffuletta melts, select dinner entrées. 2 Regency Parkway. 341-3347. www.stackspancakes.net. bld STARBUCKS (SOUTH END): 11 Palmetto Bay Road, Hilton Head Island. 341-5477 STEAMERS: Seafood, large selection of beers.

28 Coligny Plaza. 785-2070. www.steamersseafood.com. ld STELLINI: Cuisine from New York’s Little Italy. 15 Executive Park Road. 785-7006. www.stellinihhi.com. d STU’S SURFSIDE: Subs, salads, wraps, box lunches. 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Coligny Plaza. 686-7873. ld THE STUDIO: Fine cuisine and live music in an art gallery atmosphere. 20 Executive Park Road. 785-6000. www.studiodining.com. d

MELLOW MUSHROOM

HHI: 686-2474 BLUFFTON: 706-0800 TRUFFLES CAFE (SOUTH END): American cuisine - Homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta, ribs, steak & seafood. Terrace dining available, Happy Hour daily 4-7.

Reservations accepted 785-3663. 8 Executive Park Road. trufflescafe.com. ld TRUFFLES CAFE (SEA PINES): American cuisine - Homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta, ribs, steak & seafood. Happy Hour daily 4-7. Reservations accepted 671-6136.

71 Lighthouse Road. Sea Pines Center. trufflescafe.com. ld WATUSI: Premium soft-serve frozen yogurt, smoothie and coffee cafe. 71 Pope Avenue.

686-5200.

WILD WING CAFÉ: Happy Hour, 4-8 p.m.

Tuesday: Trivia Night. Wednesday: Tacos and Ritas Night, plus karaoke. Thursday-Saturday: Live music. 72 Pope Avenue. 785-9464. www. wildwingcafe.com. ldo

SWEET CAROLINA CUPCAKES: 1 N. Forest Beach Drive. 342-2611. www.sweetcarolinacupcakes.com

WINE & CHEESE IF YOU PLEASE: 24 Palmetto Bay Rd. Suit G. 842-1200.

TIKI HUT: Beachfront location; live music, specialty frozen cocktails. 1 South Forest Beach Drive at the Beach House. 785-5126. o

WORLD GAME BAR & GRILL: Video games, pool, big-screen TVs and free pizza during happy hour. 342-5000. ld

TJ’S TAKE AND BAKE PIZZA: Fresh dough pizzas with premium ingredients you can bake at home; call ahead for faster service. 11 Palmetto Bay Road in the Island Crossing Center. 8428253, www.tjstakeandbakepizza.com ld

WRECK OF THE SALTY DOG: South Beach Marina Village, Sea Pines. 671-7327. www. saltydog.com. ld

TOPSIDE AT THE QUARTERDECK: Steaks and seafood in a casual setting with sunset views over Calibogue Sound. Harbour Town, Sea Pines. 842-1999. d

AMIGOS CAFE Y CANTINA (BLUFFTON): Ultra-casual, funky. 133 Towne Drive. 8158226. ld

TRATTORIA DIVINA: Northern Italian coastal cuisine. 33 Office Park Road. 686-4442, trattoriadivina.com. d

BLUFFTON

BADABINGS PIZZA AND PASTA: 68 Bluffton Road. 836-9999. ld BLUFFTON BBQ: 11 State of Mind Street.

757-7427, blufftonbbq.com. ld BLUFFTON FAMILY SEAFOOD HOUSE: 27 Dr. Mellichamp Drive. 757-4010. ld BRITISH OPEN PUB: Authentic British food.

60 Sun City Lane. 705-4005 and 1 Sheridan Park Drive, 815-6736. Ldo

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BUFFALOS RESTAURANT: 476 Mount Pelia Road inside Palmetto Bluff. 706-6500

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MONTANA’S | 815-2327

CAPTAIN WOODY’S

CAHILL’S MARKET & CHICKEN KITCHEN: 1055 May River Rd. 757-2921. ld

GIUSEPPI’S PIZZA AND PASTA: Pizza, sandwiches and fresh pasta dishes. Tuesdays: Live trivia. 25 Bluffton Road. 815-9200. giuseppispizza.com. ld

CAPTAIN WOODY’S: 17 State of Mind Street in the Calhoun Street Promenade.

757-6222. www.captainwoodys.com. ldo CHOO CHOO BBQ XPRESS: Award-winning barbecue served from Bluffton’s famed red caboose. 815-7675. ldo CLAUDE & ULI’S BISTRO: American and continental cuisine. 1533 Fording Island Road. 837-3336. www.claudebistro.com. ld COCONUTS BAR & GRILLE: Good food and cold drinks at Bluffton’s only dance club.

Open 4 p.m. “until.” 39 Persimmon Street.

757-0602. do CORKS NEIGHBORHOOD WINE BAR: Happy Hour, 4-6 p.m. daily. Fridays: Live bluegrass music, 8-11 p.m. 1297 May River Road. 815-5168. corkswinecompany. com. do CORNER PERK CAFE: Lattes, organic coffee, smoothies and fraps. Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat 8a.m.-4 p.m. Sun 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 142 Burnt Church Road. 816-5674. www.cornerperk.com bl THE COTTAGE CAFE, BAKERY AND TEA ROOM: Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea; fruit tarts, cakes and fresh breads. Calhoun Street. 757-0508. bl DIVINO FINE ITALIAN CUISINE AND STEAKS: Fine Italian cuisine and fresh local seafood.

1555 Fording Island Road in Moss Creek Village. 815-9000. www.divinohiltonhead. com. d

HHI: 785-2400 B’TON: 757-6222

HANA SUSHI AND JAPANESE FUSION: 1534 Fording Island Road. 837-3388. www.hanasushifusion.com ld HONEYBAKED HAM: Ham baked with a special recipe, variety of side dishes. 1060 Fording Island Road. 815-7388. bld JIM ‘N NICK’S BAR-B-Q: 872 Fording Island Road. 706-9741. www.jimnnicks.com. ld KATIE O’DONALD’S: Steaks, seafood and sandwiches in an Irish pub atmosphere. 1008 Fording Island Road (Kittie’s Crossing). 8155555. www.katieodonalds.com. ldo KELLY’S TAVERN: 11B Buckingham Plantation Drive. 837-3353. bldo KICKIN’ CHICKEN: 1011 Fording Island Rd. in the Best Buy Shopping Center. 836-5040. ldo KINFOLKS GULLAH GRUB: Bluffton’s only authentic Gullah restaurant. Sheridan Park.

815-4782. bldo KOBE JAPANESE RESTAURANT: Japanese cuisine, sushi bar, hibachi available at dinner.

30 Plantation Park Drive. 757-6688. ld LONGHORN: Classic steaks inside Tanger I. 705-7001. ld LOS JALAPENO’S MEXICAN GRILL: The Bridge Center. 837-2333. ld MAY RIVER GRILL: Fresh fish. 1263 May River Road. 757-5755. mayrivergrill.com. Closed Sundays. ld

DOWNTOWN DELI: Soups, sandwiches, Italian specialties. 27 Dr. Mellichamp Drive.

815-5005. downtowndeli.net bl FIDDLEHEAD PIZZA: Artisan pizzas made with wild yeast from Naples, Italy, plus an array of craft beers. 142 Burnt Church Road.

757-6466. www.fiddleheadpizza.com. ld FIESTA FRESH MEXICAN GRILL: 876 Fording Island Road (Hwy. 278), Suite 1. 706-7280. ld

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ONLY AT OKKO

This new north-end eatery brings an array of Asian flavors to the island, from Thai and sushi to the dinner-and-a-show fun of hibachi-style dining.

95 Mathews Dr., Hilton Head 843-341-3377 The dazzling decor at OKKO is just an appetizer to the five-senses rapture that awaits with each menu item.

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MELLOW MUSHROOM: Pizza, salads, subs, takeout available. 878 Fording Island Road. 7060800. www.mellowmushroom.com/bluffton ldo MI TIERRA: 27 Dr. Mellichamp Drive. 7577200. ld MI TIERRITA: 214 Okatie Village Drive. 705-0925. ld

MONTANA’S GRIZZLY BAR: Happy Hour, 4-7 p.m. daily and all day Tuesday. Nightly specials after 7 p.m. 16 Kittie’s Landing Road. 8152327. www.montanasonline.com ldo MULBERRY STREET TRATTORIA: Authentic, multi-regional Italian cuisine, NYC deli sandwiches and old-world entrees. 1476 Fording Island Road.

837-2426. lds

BLUFFTON

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL: 3 Malphrus Road.

837-8722. ld

OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: Steaks and more.

100 Buckwalter Place. 757-9888. ld

THE FEED

Restaurant news, coming attractions and assorted appetizers...

The spot behind the Squat ‘n’ Gobble in Bluffton has been reborn as a Caribbean eatery called Red Stripes Caribbean Cuisine & Lounge. Give them a call at 843-757-8111.

Tailgators Bar & Grille has opened on Hilton Head Island in Pineland Station #401.

Islanders may not be familiar with the name, but their Ridgeland location has proven hugely popular.

Michael Cirafesi, former executive chef at Michael Anthony’s, will soon open Ombra Cucina Rustica in the Village at Wexford. Stay tuned.

After a few short months, The Big Chill has closed its doors. The good news is that the gorgeous spot it occupied is now available for rent. Go check out their ad on page 152.

Park Plaza recently welcomed frozen yogurt shop Sweet Frog. Pictured below, manager Courtney Witt cuts the ribbon along with co-owners Steve and Mary Abbott and Keith and Dale Whitten.

DO YOU HAVE NEWS FOR THE FEED? Share tips about new places opening up, menu changes, new chefs or the latest movements in the island’s vibrant food scene with us by emailing thefeed@hiltonheadmonthly.com.

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PANDA CHINESE RESTAURANT: Lunch buffet.

25 Bluffton Road. 815-6790. ld PAULIE’S COAL-FIRED PIZZA: Award-winning pizzas. Berkeley Place off Buckwalter. 7573500. ldO PEPPER’S PORCH AND BACK BAR: 1255 May River Road. 757-2295. www.peppersporch. com. do POUR RICHARD’S: Balances worldly flavors with soul and “Southern comfort;” features Bluffton’s only wood-fire oven. 4376 Bluffton Parkway. 757-1999. www.pourrichardsbluffton.com. do

ROBERT IRVINE’S NOSH!: Inside Tanger II. Lunch, dinner, pastries and Starbucks coffee.

837-5765. ld RUAN THAI CUISINE II: 26 Towne Drive, Belfair Town Village. 757-9479. www.myruanthai.com. ld SAIGON CAFE: Vietnamese cuisine from soups to sandwiches. 1304 Fording Island Road. 837-1800. www.saigoncafeofhiltonhead. com. bld

BLUFFTON

THE PUB AT OLD CAROLINA: 91 Old Carolina Road. Food, happy hour, and three HDTVs right by the Old Carolina Clubhouse. 757-6844. d RED STRIPES CARIBBEAN CUISINE AND LOUNGE: 8 Pin Oak Street. Specializing in Jamaican, specialty cocktails, happy hour from 4-7 p.m. 757-8111. ldo RIVER HOUSE RESTAURANT: 476 Mount Pelia Road in Palmetto Bluff. 706-6500. ld

SAKE HOUSE: G1017 Fording Island Road Ste 105. Great sushi and teppanyaki favorites. 7069222. ld

SIGLER’S ROTISSERIE: Fine food in a relaxed atmosphere. Private dining room available.12 Sheridan Park Circle. 815-5030. d SIPPIN’ COW CAFE: Sandwiches, soups, specials. 1230 May River Road. 757-5051. bl SQUAT N’ GOBBLE: BBQ, burgers, Greek food.

1231 May River Road. 757-4242. bld

Reading and feeding John Martin Taylor’s region-defining cookbook, “Hoppin’ John’s Lowcountry Cooking: Recipes and Ruminations from Charleston & the Carolina Coastal Plain” has been given a sleek new 20th anniversary edition, available from the University of North Carolina Press. Try your hand at some of the dishes that have made Lowcountry cooking what it is, from then titular hoppin’ john to stone-ground grits and cornmeal.

Available at www.hoppinjohns.com.

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STOOGES CAFE: Serving breakfast all day, full lunch menu, lunch specials and early bird menu from 3-6:30 p.m. Wed., Thurs., and Fri. 25 Sherington Drive. 706-6178. bl SUBLIME PRIME: 163 Bluffton Road, Suite F. Sizzling steaks, wine and more. 815-6900. d THE TAVERN: 51 Riverwalk Blvd., Suite 3G. Open Mondays-Saturdays for lunch and dinner. 645-2333. www.tavernatriverwalk. com ld ZEPPLIN’S BAR & GRILL: Pizza, sandwiches, sliders and more located inside Station 300.

25 Innovation Dr. 815-2695. ldo TRUFFLES CAFE: Homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta, ribs, steak & seafood.

Outdoor dining available, Happy Hour 4-7 daily. Reservations accepted 815-5551. 91 Towne Drive Belfair Towne Villagetrufflescafe. com. ld

UPPER CRUST: Pizza, subs, grinders, pasta, wraps, salads. Moss Creek Village. 837-5111. ld VINEYARD 55: Premier Wine, Cheese and Craft Beer Boutique offering wine and artisanal cheese tastings. Space available for private events. 55 Calhoun Street. d WALNUTS CAFÉ: Regional ingredients and creative cultural flavors, with an emphasis on fresh and local. 70 Pennington Drive in Sheridan Park. 815-2877. bls WILD WING CAFÉ (BLUFFTON): 1188 Fording Island Road. 837-9453. 837-9453. www.wildwingcafe.com. ld

DAUFUSKIE ISLAND MARSHSIDE MAMA’S CAFE: Island specialties. 15 Haig Point Road on County Landing, Daufuskie Island. 785-4755. ld M

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More quick takes on the world around us Who looks out for the truth?

If big business buys politicians and politicians spend billions in media campaigns and independent media is almost a thing of the past and therefore threatens independent journalism, who then is left to look out for the truth?

The burden is on us to discern between opinion and facts. Independent thinking and research are now more than ever necessary to have an “informed opinion” instead of having an “influenced opinion.”

MARC FREY

lastcall.hiltonhead monthly.com mfrey@freymedia.com

“The United States of America” If two football teams with roughly an equivalent talent pool on each side would play a game, but one side was known for unity and the other team was known for their large egos and selfish play, which team would you bet on: “Unity” or “Divided”?

Exactly.

So what makes us believe that being the Divided States of America is going to pay dividends?

Shame on both political parties for wasting billions of dollars (the combined funds raised for the 2012 election cycle between the two parties, national committees, congressional and senatorial committees is more than $2 billion and counting) to spread untruth and hatred among its constituents.

An acclaimed Australian professor for communications recently pointed out to me that he is astounded that the USA has no regulating body that controls political messages for their accuracy. In other words,

13 proven ways to get out of a ditch: If the rain made you dump your car in a ditch, forget it. Just call a tow truck and let it go. But if you are mentally in a funk, here are some things that might help you find a renewed zest for life: 13. Visit your favorite pizza store for lunch, have a glass of wine and call it a day.

12. Call somebody you feel safe with, meet up and dump it on them.

11. Buy some flowers or, better yet, plant some flowers or herbs or a small tree.

10. Cook your favorite meal.

9. Start a new fitness routine and stick that either side can knowingly make a false statement and, worst case scenario, take it back or apologize for it later (after the damage has already been done).

Here are two examples of the kind of utter nonsense that is being broadcast: In one ad, the Dems claim that Romney is responsible for a woman's life because her husband lost his job during a downsizing of a factory under Bane's capital control. Meanwhile, the Republican side aired a video where a special ops member is heard saying: I will have to go public that the President is leaking information to the enemy. How low can we go?

The only thing that was not funny about Will Farrell's latest comedy, “ The Campaign” is that, unfortunately, it was not that far from the truth.

with it.

8. End your evening with some dark chocolate and a single malt scotch.

7. Walk the beach in the rain.

6. Help somebody who is worse off than you.

5. Remember what Scarlett said: “Tomorrow is another day.”

4. Count your blessings.

3. Follow the old idiom: Trouble is no trouble until trouble troubles you.

2. Tune out all media for 48 hours and enjoy the stillness.

1. Adopt a pet.

The wars we can’t afford Talk to anybody that had spent a tour or two in Afghanistan or Iraq and it is likely that they will tell you, “When we leave, it will go back to chaos.”

In the meantime, the cost of occupation is approaching $1.5 trillion: Money that would have been better spent on our homeland. The scary part is that neither candidate seems to be particularly concerned about involving the U.S. in yet another conflict (Syria and/or Iran). When is it going to dawn on Washington that the focus needs to be stateside and not abroad?

What ever happened to the principle of clear and present danger? What makes Washington believe that we are in a race for global supremacy when, in fact, we need to ensure the prosperity of our own nation?

If doctors know the prescription to fix our health care system why is nobody listening?

The organization Physicians for a National Health Care Program is recommending the following: “The U.S. spends twice as much as other industrialized nations on health care: $8,936 per capita. Yet our system performs poorly in comparison, and still leaves 50 million without health coverage and millions more inadequately covered.

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“This is because private insurance bureaucracy and paperwork consume 31 percent of every health care dollar. Streamlining payment through a single nonprofit payer would save more than $400 billion per year, enough to provide comprehensive, high-quality coverage for all Americans.”

In talking to an emergency room physician I was able to confirm what I suspected through personal experience: Our emergency rooms are being used by people that are uninsured and in many instances not for an emergency but merely as a last resort to get treatment. There is a cost for that. One which we all bear.

Many companies that offer health

benefits have seen their premiums rise by double digits, year after year, making health care a proportionally larger portion of the cost of employing people. But this is not a merely a business problem. Ultimately it is a problem for all insured that health care costs are becoming increasingly difficult to afford.

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