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For Your Valentines Day & Wedding Day Bouquets, Boutonnieres and Arrangements Bitty’s Flower Shop is committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that is friendly and prompt. Because all of their customers are important, their professional staff is dedicated to making your experience a pleasant one. That is why they always go the extra mile to make your floral gift perfect. Bitty’s Flower Shop helps make your wedding flower dreams a reality. For a romantic Valentine’s day, express your love with the best Valentine’s Day flowers from Bitty’s Flower Shop! They can help you select beautiful and affordable flowers for Valentine’s day
Bitty’s Flower Shop offers a gorgeous selection of bridal bouquets, floral cake decorations, wedding ceremony flowers and centerpieces to fit any budget. Whether your wedding is a spring, summer, fall or winter event, simple or elaborate – they can provide bright, beautiful flowers to make the day unforgettable. Bitty’s Flower Shop invites you to browse through our online galleries then schedule a floral consultation with us, your Beaufort wedding florist, to plan your event. As experienced florists, they are full of ideas and can provide just the right flowers for every moment of your wedding day. So call today – and let them surround you with beauty on your special day!
Sweets for Your Sweetie or Wedding Guests When Pat Green opened The Chocolate Tree in 1980, what was once a hobby soon grew into “sweet sucess.” Located in Beautiful, South Carolina, The Chocolate Tree has become a landmark... a full-fledged chocolate and candy manufactory where customers are drawn inside by the luscious aroma which permeates the air. Windows into the
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production area allow visitors to see some of the more than 60 specialty chocolate delectables and other confections being made. In 1996, Pat, the self Proclaimed “Queen of Chocoholics Unanimous� was selected as Small Business Person of the year for the State of South Carolina. A visit to the Lowcountry wouldn't be complete without a trip to The Chocolate Tree.
To please your family and friends (even the hard to buy for), choose from the many delicious chocolate selections offered to you by The Chocolate Tree. Your entire list can be filled out in the convenience of your own home, we'll ship the candies directly to your family or friends. Appropriate shipping charges apply. The Chocolate Tree also offers a wide variety of Holiday Selections. Lovely baskets sure to delight, decorative tins, and beautifully trays filled with our fine chocolates & confections.
Dinner Dates and Wedding Parties Cat Island Grill and Pub, formerly The British Open Pub of Beaufort, is located in the clubhouse at Sanctuary Golf Club on Cat Island. Overlooking the 18th green and nestled among live oaks dripping with Spanish Moss.
Tucked away in a stunning and tranquil setting steeped in history near the shore, Sanctuary Golf Club features award-winning golf, tennis and swimming combined with the finest of southern hospitality, service and cuisine. There is something for everyone and every season that will enrich, invigorate and inspire you. Located on Cat Island, the area is a rookery for many bird species and is a bird-watchers paradise.
Cat Island Grill has created a most elegant and prestigious location for your special day. Sanctuary Golf Club is beautifully designed in the Lowcountry plantation style of the region. As you enter the Sanctuary grounds, the drive is flanked by massive moss-covered live oak trees that create the aura of the Old South on an island setting. You may exchange vows indoors or in a beautiful outdoor ceremony set against a lush green backdrop, then celebrate your reception in the comfortable and elegant clubhouse with breathtaking views. Whether you are considering an intimate ceremony or lavish sunset reception, Sanctuary Golf Club and Cat Island Grill is the ideal location.
Sanctuary Golf Club at Cat island is a most beautiful, nature-filled location for recreation, memorable events or just relaxing with friends, family and entertaining business associates.
BITTY'S FLOWER SHOP 1202 Boundary Street, Beaufort (843) 524-4547 (800) 809-6999 www.BittysFlowerShop.com
THE CHOCOLATE TREE 507 Carteret Street, Beaufort (843) 524-7980 (800) 524-7980 www.TheChocolateTree.com
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CAT ISLAND GRILL AND PUB AT SANCTUARY GOLF CLUB 8 Waveland Avenue, Cat Island (843)524-0300 (800) 446-9193 www.SanctuaryGolfCatIsland.com
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FEBRUARY 2011 FISHING PIERS Parking & handicap access available Broad River State Highway 170 at bridge 720 feet long No Access fee Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park Downtown Beaufort Marina 1,200 foot seawall No Access fee Paradise Pier Hunting Island State Park 1,020 feet long Access Fee
AREA MARINAS Shopping and dining in walking distance Downtown Beaufort Historic Downtown Beaufort Port Royal Landing 1 Landing Drive Port Royal Dataw Island 100 Marina Drive Dataw Island Lady’s Island 73 Sea Island Parkway Lady’s Island
Fishing is the sport of drowning worms. ~Anonymous
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For The Love of Loggerheads Every spring on the South Carolina coast, the excitement starts to build for the season of Loggerhead Sea Turtles! Preparations are made to welcome these gentle giants, anticipating an arrival of nesting females in mid May, as we have done every season since 1993. The season on Hunting Island begins with the Friends of Hunting Island; volunteers scouring the beach at 6 am in search of turtle tracks, every morning May 15 – August 15. Someone checks the beach every morning until the season ends with the last hatchling safe in the ocean, in early October. The incubation period for nests is 45-60 days and each nest contains 120 eggs on average. Loggerhead Sea Turtles have been nesting on beaches all over the world for over 150 million years. With 6,826 eggs laid during the summer of 2006, why do they need our help so desperately?
Because experts say that only 1 in 1,000, and some say 1 in 10,000 of these eggs will become a reproductive adult. It takes 25-30 years for a Loggerhead to reach sexual maturity and a lot can happen to these turtles before they are 30 years old. Much about their early lives is unknown, but what we do know is that it is a tough life for hatchling and juvenile Sea Turtles. They face many obstacles in the water and on land. So to help them on land, we give the eggs a head start and physically move any nest that might not make it through incubation due to Hunting Island’s fast erosion rate. First, we make sure the nest is in a safe spot. If we determine it needs to be moved to higher ground, we look for a spot on a high sand dune that will be safe from erosion for at least 60 days. Then we dig a replica nest, with the same dimensions of the original turtle-dug nest. We make the replica nest a little bigger because we have to be a lot more careful in moving the eggs than the mother turtle had to be in laying them! We are careful not to rotate or move the eggs too quickly, so not to disturb the developing sea turtle inside the egg. And then we cover the nest with a screen to keep predators out. We make it possible for many more nests to hatch! Brought to you by Friends of Hunting Island. For more information visit www.Friends-of-Hunting-Island-SC.org/turtles
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Old Fashion Love In The Lowcountry I use to be a hopeless romantic. That was several years ago, when I was merely a child. Today I am a bit more realistic. I know an actual knight isn’t going to show up on a white horse, I know my car won't turn into a pumpkin at the editor@seaislandscene.com stroke of midnight and I am pretty sure my sister isn’t wicked. That doesn’t take away from the idea that it would be nice to have a team of mice sew me a gown, or the thought of a striking hunk showing up at my door with my missing pump. All those childhood fantasies turned anti-climactic after each failed relationship through the years. Now, it’s the simple things that take my breath away. A simple handwritten note or even a text message has the ability to make me feel giddy inside (I bet Cinderella never got a text message). Even knowing someone took the time to dress up for me and take me to dinner makes me tingle. It seems those old fashioned practices died as soon as the women’s movement decided that we could do what men do, even better. Well, I am still all for a classic dinner date. I want to sit across from a pseudo Prince Charming and gaze into his eyes and laugh while we watch the sun set in the Lowcountry. As a matter of fact, that is exactly what I got to do recently. Yes, little Miss Busy Body went on an old-fashioned dinner date. He took me to Cat Island Grill at the breath-taking Sanctuary Golf Club on Cat Island. We dined at sunset overlooking a gorgeous view of the eighteenth hole. We chatted with our server Heather (who, by the way, had professional waitress written all over her, as well as a little extra etiquette ready to pull out of her back pocket at a moments notice). She suggested her favorite dishes and her timing was impeccable. Over to-die-for appetizers of Portabella Fingers and Baked Brie, my date and I mingled loosely with the bartender, Bryan, about various topics like airport snow globe restrictions. We laughed out loud and enjoyed every moment of our pre-dinner selections. For dinner, we devoured duck and crab cake dishes before desserts of cappuchinos and gourmet rich chocolate cake made locally. It was the perfect evening and I was in perfect company. I have since attempted to make baked brie on my own, but without nearly the quality results of the Cat Island Grill. Somethings aren’t just meant for me to do. I will say though, I am going to hold on to a little bit of an old fashion style because in the Lowcountry it is truly possible to experience a classic romantic date.
Sea Island Scene Editor More marriages might survive if the partners realized that sometimes the better comes after the worse. ~Doug Larson
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Water Festival Issue 2011
Feature: Valentines & Wedding Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 Fishing Piers & Tides: Beaufort River & Fripp Island Inlet . . .4 Loggerhead Turtles / TopGun Charters . . . . . . . .5 Editor’s Letter: Love In The Lowcountry . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Downtown Beaufort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-11 Town of Port Royal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Military Sights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Sea Island Hopping / St. Helena & The Sea Islands . . . . . . . . . . .14-15 Sea Island Maps: Beaufort, Port Royal & The Surrounding Islands . . . . . . . . . .16-17 Visitors Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19 Local Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Home & Garden Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Beaufort Bites: Dining & Specialty Markets . . . . . . .22-23 Recipes: Too Cool Bacon & Blues! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Historically Speaking: Sea Island Food, Dining & Hospitality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Wedding Crossword Feature: Valentine Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-27 Shopping & Services Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Dining & Market Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Sea Island Festival Activities and Events . . .30-31 Cat Island Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Tony Santagati Publisher Jenelle Cain Editor/Advertising Consultant
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Volume XXiX Number 5 Sea Island Scene Magazine published by Sands Publishing Company, 34 Sams Point Rd, Beaufort, SC 29907, a division of Sands, Inc. Copyright © 2011 Sands Publishing Company. Reproduction of any artwork or copy prepared by Sands Publishing Company is strictly prohibited without written consent of the publisher, Anthony S. (“Tony”) Santagati, Jr. Sea Island Scene Magazine is published and distributed “Free” every four weeks. Neither the advertisers nor the publisher will be responsible for misinformation, misprints, typographical errors, etc., herein contained.
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The coastal Lowcountry area is home to a multitude of golf courses, beach-side campgrounds, marsh landscapes, canoe friendly waterways, and a host of family-oriented activities. Whether you are planning your vacation and just pulled this out of your mailbox, are somewhere along t h e i n t e r s t a t e a n d p i c ke d u p Sea Island Scene at a Visitor’s Center, or are already planted in a hotel or home sweet home in town, the quaint community of Beaufort is bursting with a sweet flavor of the south.
Discover Downtown
Welcome to the town where egrets and gators rest, where loggerheads nest and the sun shines through spanish moss vests. This is a town where every corner is a photo worthy escape and the food is just as photogenic as the smiles on the local’s faces. The entire town of Beaufort is a museum of botanics, lush landscapes laden with seasonal springs. This is a town where civil war history meets sweet southern style and every corner you turn brings something new to discover.
“We’re Not Just For Boaters” 1006 Bay Street • Historic Beaufort
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In The Ship’s Store... Sperry Top-Siders Historic Tour Tickets Costa Del Mar Sunglasses Hook & Tackle Outfitters Bimini Bay Gear - Palmetto Apparel Tide Clocks - Swiss Army - Souvenirs Beer - Wine - Sodas - Snacks
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When you arrive, plan on losing yourself in wonder as you watch sunsets as inspiring as a Disney fireworks display. The skies explode with mixings of color as the sun sets and rises on a new day. Go on a fantastic journey into your own Never Never Land while watching nature’s call to the wild. There is no better place to be in coastal South Carolina than outdoors. Unless, of course, you are dining at one of Beaufort’s finest venues. Authentic Greek at Athenian Gardens, British fare at Cat Island Gill & Pub or Bar-Be-Que at Smokey Chef, Beaufort’s sea islands are grilling, sauteing and seasoning up some taste-tastic dishes for all who join the table. Although the food is enough of a reason to get into town fast, the atmospheric pleasantries is the reason to stick around for dessert. With many of the areas restaurants boasting breath yanking views of marinas, waterways, and the town, you may just catch yourself lost in the moment and momentarily unresponsive to the conversation in your booth. Have no worries though, the feeling will be mutual. Most of us know too well those moments of fancy where our thoughts drift with the breeze into nature where no man has traveled... deep in our imaginations. When you have returned from your delightful daydream, the people will be waiting to show you what southern hospitality is all about. Don’t be surprised when you are boldly encouraged to try after dinner sweets. Chefs take great care in preparing that layer, sifting powder soft sugar over fluffs and cake puffs. Can’t wait to get here? We will be here the same. With bells on and whistles, we’re calling your name!
handbags footwear fashions Mon - Sat 223 Scotts St. Beaufort
524-4300 www.divineshoes.com
Waterfront Dining & Shopping
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Downtown Beaufort The community of Beaufort is growing in numbers. According to the Census Bureau, in 2008 the median population was 11,755. Today, Beaufort’s estimated population is around 14,000 and the whole of Beaufort County is in excess of 150,000 today. Not only is the town building new homes, we are filling these new homes! The town is not only attractive to locals, but to day-trippers as well. The state of South Carolina is home to almost five million residents, many of whom we welcome for weekend stays. This state is bordered in the north by North Carolina, where it is as short as a three hour drive to reach Beaufort. Georgia, on the western border is less than an hour drive and for adventurous sunshine state residents, Florida is as short as a two hour drive into Beaufort. Why might this information be important? Well, we’ve been expecting you! We want you to hop in your car and head on downtown. Whether coming for a simple day trip or a weekend getaway, you are a welcome and cherished guest. The Beaufortonians of southern coastal Carolina will show you hospitality sweeter than sweet tea. There is no better time to find yourself dining in Beaufort by the Atlantic Sea.
in the Old Bay Marketplace 10% discount with this ad. Guy Harvey, TOMS, Lindsay Phillips OPEN M-Sat 10-5:30 Sun 12-4:30 LocatedHistoric Downtown Beaufort
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Gift Services YOUR GIFT GIVING
HEADQUARTERS Fine chocolates and other confections made on the premises. Monday-Saturday 10am - 6pm Sunday 1pm - 5pm Shipping Available
507 Carteret Street, Historic Downtown Beaufort
(843) 524-7980 www.thechocolatetree.us
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Port Royal Since Columbus discovered America in 1492, seven flags have flown over what is now the Town of Port Royal.
The town takes pride in its unique natural environment and its accessibility to that environment through its network of walking trails, community beach, boardwalk, and observation tower.
Union Church
Boardwalk Observation Tower
The Union Church, also known as, “The Free Church� was the first church to be built in the historic town of Port Royal. The and was donated by David F. Appleton and in 1878 cost around $1000 to build. It is currently eligible for recognition in the National Register of Historic Places and is being renovated jointly by both the Town of Port royal and the Historic Port Royal Foundation. These two groups plan to use the renovated building as a cultural and community center.
At Port Royal Sands Beach you will find a waterside boardwalk leading to an observation tower. This tower provides fantastic views of Port Royal, Parris Island and the surrounding area. For tourists, this is a must see, is free to access and open year-round.
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Parris Island The Town of Port Royal is located between the Beaufort River and Battery Creek in the South Carolina Lowcountry. The Town is home to two military installations, Marine Corps Recruit Depot at Parris Island and Naval Hospital, Beaufort, as well as neighbor to the historic City of Beaufort and The Marine Corps Air Station, Beaufort.
The Corps store.com
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U.S.M.C. SPECIALTIES Marines & their families demand the best... We ARE the Best...We ARE #1! Come by & you will see why! Visit us for ALL your Graduation T-Shirts, Hats, Gifts & More! 2535 Boundary Street Beaufort, SC
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Parris Island Recruit Depot Museum An all-encompassing view of the history of Parris Island. Exhibits range from the attempted colonization by the Spanish in 1521 to photographic depictions of the recruit training process. Free admission, open to the public daily 10-4pm. For tours call (843)228-2951
860 Parris Island Gateway Beaufort, SC
(843) 379-8350
Arsenal and Museum
Beaufort National Cemetery
Located at the corner of Craven and Carteret Street, the & Arsenal was completed in 1798 and housed the museum since 1939. This location now serves as the Beaufort Visitors Center.
Beaufort National Cemetery is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The cemetery was established by Abraham Lincoln and contains the graves of 7,500 Civil War soldiers including 4,019 unknown Union soldiers and 117 Confederate soldiers. 1601 Boundary Street, Beaufort. Open daily from 8am to sunset for visitors.
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Island Hopping St. Helena Island is a location of historic sites of early European colonization. St. Helena is also the center of African-American Gullah culture and language. It is sometimes claimed to be the oldest settlement in the United States and is also where the first school for freed black slaves was opened.
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St. Helena Island “Frogmore” Fripp • Dataw • Hunting • Harbor • Lady’s
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843-524-2769
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Lady’s Island Center, 102C Sea Island Pkwy Less than one mile from downtown Beaufort.
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CHAPEL OF EASE Located on Lands End Road, St. Helena Island, this tiny church was built in 1748 for the convenience of plantation owners to attend church. The church was damaged by forest fire in 1886 and is an excellent example of tabby construction. BEAUFORT ARSENAL & MUSEUM Located at the corner of Craven and Carteret Street, the Arsenal was completed in 1798 and has housed the museum since 1939. Run by the Historic Beaufort Foundation, the museum displays Indian artifacts, art, textiles, and Civil War weapons. HENRY C. CHAMBERS WATERFRONT PARK Currently being renovated, The Waterfront Park includes a playground for children, swinging benches, a marina, and waterfront stroll. Craft and Farmers Market open Saturdays (seasonal). SHELDON CHURCH RUINS Built in 1746, this church was burned during the Revolutionary War, rebuilt, and again burned during the Civil War. The ruins are located on Sheldon Rd. State Hwy 21, fifteen miles from Beaufort.
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HUNTING ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE & STATE PARK A breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding islands can be viewed from Hunting Island’s 132' tall lighthouse. The state park beach is four miles long and home to over 125 species of birds. Open year round, 5,000 acres offer 200 campsites in an oceanfront maritime forest with showers, biking and nature trails. For camping info and lighthouse hours call (843) 838-2011. PARRIS ISLAND RECRUIT DEPOT MUSEUM An all-encompassing view of the history of Parris Island. Exhibits range from the attempted colonization by the Spanish in 1521 to photographic depictions of the recruit training process. Free admission, open to the public daily 10-4pm. For tours call (843) 228-2951. ST. HELENA’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH (circa 1724) Traces it’s origin to the founding of St. Helena’s Parish in 1712 and has classic colonial interior. Of particular interest is the graveyard, whose tombstones served as operating tables during the Civil War. Located at 501 Church Street Historic Downtown.
ARE YOU IN THE SCENE? “A man who stops advertising to save money is like a man who stops a clock to save time.” -Henry Ford
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Local Living In all of the early literature of the sea islands and the coastal area, there is a puzzling silence regarding flowers and gardens. Winter isn’t only marked with solemnity of green pine and cedar and cypresses. Despite occasional cold spells in Winter months, some flowers, camellias for one, bloom from November through April. Spring is the beautiful explosion. The azaleas come rioting into bloom. After, gardens are filled with the delicate pinks of mountain laurel, then rose and the magnolia. The orchestration – certainly not the silence – of flowers fills all the Carolina seasons. In Spring, huge buses pour delighted visitors to the gates before the jeweled paths. And they go away filled with wonder. Some of the earliest comments I have been able to locate come from the New England missionaries who came to Beaufort in early 1862 to minister and care for the African Americans on the islands. Edward S. Philbrick wrote to his wife from Beaufort, March 8, 1862: “We spent the greater part of the day transferring freight and baggage to the Cosmopolitan, a white river-steamer. We got started at last… in the middle of a creek called Beaufort River, between Cat Island and Port Royal Island… some of our companions got a boat and went ashore on St. Helena Island, bringing back their hands full of beautiful flowers from some private garden, peach blossoms, orange blossoms, hyacinths, fleur-de-lies, etc.” Philbrick described Beaufort as, “laid out in rectangular streets, lined with pleasant but weedy orange gardens and often shaded by live oak and sycamore trees.” Abbie Holmes Christen wrote in The Beaufort Gazette, January 10, 1908: “In this latitude, the procession of the flowers never makes more than a brief halt, and this season we have had none yet… The reign of the white camellia continues and pink sister camellia has appeared on the scene. If only some fairy god-mother could make them fragrant even the roses could hardly surpass them. Gerhard Spieler
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Home & Garden Services Buying a new home or remodeling the one you love to live in is one of the most important investments you might ever encounter, and choosing the right builder is as important as choosing the right location. The primary goal is to find a builder with a good reputation in the town you live in. Ask around for the name of someone that will deliver a high quality home that meets your own personal interests and needs. Your home is supposed to be your sanctuary and you surely don’t want someone you don’t trust building it, now do you? The following criteria can help you through the process of selecting the right custom homebuilder. REPUTATION The best way to learn about a builder is to visit a home they have build and talk with the owners. Questions you should ask include: Are you happy with your home? Did the builder do what was promised in a timely manner? Did the builder listen to your requests? Was the builder responsive to your needs? Was your builder good on his word? Would you buy another home from this builder? QUALITY OF WORK When examining a home, inspect the quality of the finishes such as cabinetry, trim work, and paint. Ask the builder to review the list of custom features that are standard in each house as well as the safety features and product lines that are used. Always keep in mind that just because a home is less expensive that another does not mean it is a better value. Building a home requires incredible attention to detail and you should be confident that your builder values this philosophy. SERVICE Review the warranty and find out what type of service you can expect after you move into your home. Some builders provide homeowners with comprehensive closing books. These helpful books provide valuable information including how to care for the new home, as well as warranty and maintenance information on each product or appliance within the home. Sleep on It! Don’t make a quick decision when choosing a builder. Your home will take time to be built, take some time to make completely sure you have the right man for the job! Doing your homework and understanding how custom builders work will give you the confidence you need to correctly select a custom builder that’s right for your own specific needs.
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Beaufort Bites Beaufort and the local sea islands of the coastal South Carolina area offer an assortment of quick-stop, casual and fine dining experiences. If you prefer to prepare your own delicious menu, stop by the local meat market for a selection of quality Lowcountry favorites to take home.
205 Scott’s Street • 524-4330 www.BlackstonesCafe.com
“Where Beaufort meets for Breakfast” • Complete Breakfast and Lunch served daily • Lunch Specials • Patio Dining • Daily 7:30 - 2:30pm • 1/2 Block off Bay Street in The Historic District • Wi-Fi internet access available
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Dining Teppanyaki... a grill Japanese food is cooked on. Come in for the Show - Our Chef will prepare your entire meal in front of you! All Dinner Entreés & Combos
come with salad with Japanese ginger dressing, stir fried vegetables & choice of steamed or fried rice.
Sushi Teppanyaki Restaurant
Fuji Open Seven Days Lunch M-Sat 11-2 Sun 11:30-2:30 Dinner M-Sat 5-9:30
524-2662 97 Sea Island Pkwy Ste 202 • Hamilton Village - Lady’s Island
Casual Dining EXCELLENT STEAKS/ FRI. & SAT. PRIME RIB FULL BAR AVAILABLE
HOURS Open Daily 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm “#1 SEAFOOD RESTAURANT FOR EIGHT YEARS IN A ROW”
- A View From Every Table -
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ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS Freshest Local Seafood Available Nightly Specials
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Wedding Appetizer Truffles
Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms
INGREDIENTS:
INGREDIENTS:
4 oz fresh goat cheese, crumbled 2 oz cream cheese, softened 2 tbsp port wine salt and pepper to taste 20-24 grapes 1/2 cup whole almonds, toasted and finely chopped 1/4 cup chives, finely chopped
16 each large fresh white mushrooms 1 package (12 ounces) frozen spinach souffle, thawed
DIRECTIONS: In a bowl, mix together chevre and cream cheese with a fork. Add port wine and a pinch of salt and pepper; mix until smooth. Chill 30 minutes. Scoop 1 tbsp cheese mixture. Press grape into mixture. Using plastic wrap, cover grape with cheese and roll into a little ball with grape inside. Remove plastic wrap. Continue making rest of truffles. Toast almonds on the stovetop in a dry saute pan until light brown in colour. Lay out on a large cutting board to cool. Using a large knife, finely chop almonds. (Alternatively, for ground almonds, use a grinder or food processor). Spread almonds onto plate. Finely chop chives and combine with almonds. Roll each truffle ball in almonds and coat evenly. Refrigerate, covered until serving.
DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Remove mushroom stems (use in salads, soups, stir-fries, sautĂŠs, etc.). Spray both sides of caps with nonstick cooking spray. Place caps, cavity side down, on a shallow baking pan. Bake until tender and golden, about 10 minutes. Turn caps cavity side up. Fill each cap with spinich souffle. Bake until hot, about 10 minutes. Serve as an appetizer or side dish sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
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By Gerhard Spieler
It is generally known that the maritime history of Port Royal began with the coming of Captain Jean Ribaut, a French Huguenot, in 1562. The present town of Port Royal however dates back to 1874.
along with the new shipping facilities. An 883 book reported that “There are three thousand feet of wharf room, and the track of the Port Royal railroad terminating here, runs along the wharves, within twenty feet of the vessels’ berths.”
Captain Jean Ribaut wrote: “Upon Whitsuntide, Sunday the 17th of May, after we had well perceived and considered there was no remedy but to assay to find the means to harbor our ships, as well for to amend and trim them as to get us fresh water, wood and other necessities whereof we had a need, being of the opinion that there was no fairer nor fitter place for the purpose than Port Royal.”
In January, 1955, the state began construction on a deepwater channel to dock facilities in the town of Port Royal. It lead from the ocean, across the bar, to Port Royal Sound for 13 miles, another 7-1/2 miles in Beaufort River, to a dock at Port Royal and the railroad terminal.
It was not until some years later, in 1701, that the English formally declared Beaufort as a seaport. They also made it, along with Charles Town and Georgetown, as one of the three seaports of South Carolina. The term Beaufort/Port Royal was used interchangeably. The modern town of Port Royal, as stated previously, dates back to 1874, with the construction of the Port Royal-Augusta railroad,
Anne M. Moise, in her 1991 book “History of the South Carolina State Ports Authority,” stated “Dedication ceremonies for the new facility were scheduled for Sept. 27, 1958, but hurricane Helene forced the dedication back to Oct. 4. U.S. Senator Olin D. Johnston delivered the dedication address... The destroyer USS Greenwood rode at the pier, demonstrating the new port’s deepdraft capability.” In 2004, South Carolina decided to close the port and dispose of the port’s facilities. In an article for the Beaufort Gazette, I wrote “It marked the end for many who strove long and hard for the success of the commercial enterprise.”
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Wedding Crossword by Joseph W Brookes III
ACROSS 4. Something experienced during the wedding planning stages 6. Ceremony exclamation: “I now pronounce you _____ and wife!” 7. Goal catch of a single woman at a wedding 9. They are often dyed to match the color of the bridesmaid dresses 11. Distress signal 12. Type of Dinner 14. “Where” in French 15. Thrown for Bride by bridal party 18. Picnic invader
20. Married because they are _____ (two words) 21. Bride will attend the _____ fitting before the wedding 24. Not Moving 25. Hubby is another name for 26. Gardening Product: Miracle-_____ 28. The bride is escorted down one 30. Many couples decide to sign one 32. Come in last 34. Sometimes they are sweaty on the big day 35. Capture 36. Bride’s Beau
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DOWN 1. Quickly wedding spot 2. Financial obligation 3. Nautical rope 5. This is used to plan the seating (two words) 6. Where Grace Kelly married Prince Rainier 8. Wedding Cakes have them 10. Time Period 13. They’re exchanged at weddings 16. Stuff that grows on a Prairie farm 17. Don’t have a traditional wedding 19. The deejay plays them at the reception 22. Relative by marriage 23. Some receptions serve the food in this style 24. A-bride-to-be-on-a-diet weighs herself on one 27. Billy Idol hit: “_____ Wedding” 29. The bride is covered in one 30. Request for help 31. They show people to their seats at a wedding
Valentine Crafts
HEART MOBILE Make a fun and funky mobile to hang in your room or give to a friend. Supplies: Foam Spirals 24 Heart Stickers 6' of Yarn
1/8" Hole Punch Scissors 1/8" Hole Punch
Instructions: Punch an 1/8" hole every 5" on the foamie spiral. Cut yarn to 6" pieces. Tie a large double knot in one end of each piece. Twist the other end into a point and poke one through each punched hole. Trim pieces to desired lengths. You will probably like the ones near the top shorter and gradually get longer as you go down toward the bottom. Peel and stick a heart sticker at the bottom of each piece of yarn and stick another one to the back of each heart so the yarn is sandwiched between to hearts. VALENTINE POP-UP CARD This personalized Valentine card is a good project to make for a VERY special person in your life. The card takes a lot of steps, but they are all very easy - it’s basically a lot of folding and cutting.
Supplies: ons Two pieces of colored paper, i A photograph t u l o S l each a different color Markers or crayons a n o s (construction paper works) Scissors romoti P s d lution A few scraps of paper n Glue and tape o S Sa l a n o i t o Instructions: Prom ons- Fold each piece of paper in half. i t u l Sands o S - To make the two hearts you will need, cut one of the pieces of tional o m o nsin half along the fold. r i P t u l - opaper o S l Sands Fold each of these pieces in half and cut along the fold. tiona o m o Draw half a heart on each (around the fold). r P - Cut along the line you drew. This will make 2 hearts. Sands 33. Alternative word
Promotional items from A-Z www.sandspromotionalsolutions.com BEAUFORT 34 Sams Point Rd., Beaufort, SC 29907 • 843.522.2111 HILTON HEAD PO Box 21261, Hilton Head Island, SC 29925 • 843.785.7493
- Fold one of the hearts in half. - Draw a small half-heart on the folded heart and cut along the lines. This forms the picture frame. - Cut the photo to fit inside the heart frame. - Assemble the picture frame by placing the center-less heart on the photo and gluing it down. - Glue the solid heart to the front of the card. Decorate the front of the card with markers or crayons, or with tiny cut-out hearts. - Cut two strips of paper (about 1 inch by 8 inches). Any color will do. - Position the strips perpendicular to each other. Staple them together where they overlap. - Fold one strip over the other, like an accordion or spring. - Continue folding, making a springy strip. - Tape the springy strip to the inside of the card. - Tape the heart photo in the frame to the springy strip. - Write a message on your card.
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AREA REAL ESTATE/RENTALS CROSS CREEK APARTMENT HOMES – Offering spacious, comfortable living complete with all of the modern amenities you deserve in your new home. Our homes are located in a beautiful wooded area that is conveniently located to restaurants, shopping and so much more! Plus, our exceptional management team is dedicated to providing you with only the best customer service. We offer one bedrooms starting at $599, two bedrooms starting at $735 and three bedrooms that start at $859! Visit us today to see why Cross Creek Apartment Homes is affordable living at its finest! The Home you deserve, with the Service you expect, at the price you can Afford. Call us today at (843)982-6381
SANCTUARY GOLF CLUB AT CAT ISLAND – Originally designed by George W. Cobb, was refined by Jeff Brauer in 2008. The course offers stunning landscapes with large rolling greens, beautiful vistas and tree-lined fairways. (843)524-0300. www.SanctuaryGolfCatIsland.com TOPGUN CHARTERS – Provides offshore fishing adventures from the Beaufort - Hilton Head Island areas. Come take a sunset cruise in “Beautiful Beaufort by the Sea”. Leaving from the Beaufort Downtown Marina at 6pm and returning at 8:30pm. You will see the Downtown Waterfront, Old Point, Port Royal and Parris Island from the Beaufort River. Often you will see dolphins on this trip, and the sunsets are incredible. (843)812-2934 www.TopGunCharterFishing.com
ARTS/ANTIQUES/COLLECTIBLES BELLAVISTA – Moved to St. Helena Island on Sea Island Pkwy. Casual antiques, fun furniture, gifts and accessories from Australia, Holland, Germany as well as Beaufort. (843)838-3355 COLLECTORS ANTIQUE MALL – 5,700 square feet. A must see shop! Furniture, collectibles and interior design. One mile from downtown Beaufort. Don’t miss it! Mon-Sat. 10-5pm. 102c Sea Island Parkway. (843)524-2769
CLOTHING/SHOES/ACCESSORIES BAY STREET JEWELERS – Since 1941, an experience of passion and knowledge fueled by the love for diamonds. Let our jewelry tell your story. 902 Bay Street, Downtown Beaufort (843)524-4165. www.BayStreetJewelers.com DIVINE SHOES – Ask anyone where to find designer brands, exceptional personal service, and loads of “local tips,” and they’ll tell you about this special shop located in historic downtown Beaufort. Shoes, handbags, accessories and trendsetting fashions for sophisticated women who appreciate both quality and style. Mon - Sat, (843)524-4300, or visit www.divineshoes.com
EVERYTHING OUTDOORS AFFORDABLE PEST CONTROL LLC – We are a locally owned and operated company dedicated to quality workmanship at affordable prices. We offer longer service hours, lower rates, and a more personal service with emphasis on integrity. Please feel free to contact us for information. Services for residential and commercial properties in Beaufort County. (843)816-0044 facebook.com/AffordablePestControl BEAUFORT RIVER TOURS – Dolphins where they live and play; ecology of the salt marsh; homes of the planters; departing daily from the Downtown Marina of Beaufort. (843)524-4422. www.BeaufortRiverTours.com HUNTING ISLAND STATE PARK & LIGHTHOUSE – Hunting Island State Park is one of the most popular state parks and beach areas in South Carolina. The pristine sandy beach, natural setting and warm Atlantic Ocean make a perfect getaway. Hunting Island features a campground, which has spaces for RV’s and tent campers, as well as a primitive camp site for established groups. The camping area has very easy access to the beach. Lighthouse fees and hours: The park collects a $2.00 fee to climb the 167 steps in the lighthouse, but the view is definitely worth it. 10am-4:45 pm daily March - October. www.huntingisland.com
GIFTS/HOME & GARDEN BITTY’S FLOWER SHOP – Your complete floral service including professional wedding consultant, interior design, gifts, great ideas and balloon bouquets. We are located at 1202 Boundary Street, Beaufort or call us to place an order over the phone. (843)524-4547 CHOCOLATE TREE – Counters of luscious chocolate treats, chewy caramel, rich truffles, nut clusters, crisp buttercrunch... That’s just the beginning. Pralines, brittles of peanuts, pecans and benne. Fudge and English toffee will do their best to tempt you. Watch candy being made. Open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 1-5pm. Shipping and local delivery available. (843)524-7980 or (800)524-7980 THE CRAFTSELLER – For twenty years, The Craftseller has been offering the finest hand-crafted pottery, jewelry, art glass, wood and kaleidoscopes by American Craftsmen. Discover unique copper sculptures and delightful weavings. Gift wrapping is free and we ship daily. Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-4. 818 Bay Street. (843)525-6104. www.craftseller.com DOWNTOWN MARINA & GIFT SHOP – On the waterfront in Historic Downtown Beaufort. Ship’s store: Sperry Top-Siders, Swiss Army, Hook & Tackle Apparel, Costa Del Mar, Tideclocks, Palmetto/Beaufort clothing, souvenirs & much more! We also offer gas, diesel, marine supplies, charts, short & long term dockage. 1006 Bay Street, (843)524-4422. Open every day! FINISHING TOUCHES – You’ll find beautiful accents and fine, unique gifts that will be sure to set your home apart. It’s true, this is the perfect place for that perfect gift. 917 Bay Street in Old Bay Marketplace. 10% off your purchase when you bring in ad from this magazine. (843)522-1716 OCTOPUSES –Sea Designs for your Home. Bring in your favorite glass container and we’ll help you fill it with our designer shells. 872B Sea Island Parkway (843)838-0005 THE PLANTATION GIFTSHOP AT THE FRAMPTON HOUSE – A truly unique shopping experience. Tasteful gifts including South Carolina merchandise, books, candles, historic reproductions and Civil War items can be found in this restored 1868 plantation home at I-95, Exit 33. WHAT’S IN STORE – Located in one of Beaufort’s most historic, restored buildings. 6000 sq. ft. of fun shopping, gifts, kitchen, bath, garden, home accessories, vera bradley and much, much more, just 4 miles from Beaufort. 853 Sea Is. Pkwy, St. Helena, SC. (843)838-7473
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MILITARY SERVICES THE CORPS STORE – USMC shirts, hats, souvenirs and other gift items. Two locations, one near the Marine Corps Air Station at 2535A Boundary Street and the NEW! Location on Parris Island Gateway, right off Parris Island Recruit Depot in the BiLo Shopping Center. (843)592-0456 www.thecorpsstore.com
ORGANIZATIONS BEAUFORT FILM SOCIETY – Beaufort Film Society is a nonprofit, 501(c) 3, member-supported organization, dedicated to providing the highest levels of entertainment and education to the public from all areas of the film industry. Through the
ATHENIAN GARDENS – Through its wonderful images of Greek villages and traditional background music, this little eatery provides a true essence of Greece. Located directly across from Beaufort Memorial Hospital at 950 Ribaut Rd. Open Mon-Fri 9-8pm. Call for Sat hours. (843)379-9222 BLACKSTONE’S DELI & CAFE – In the Historic District. Serving wonderful breakfasts and lunches, featuring homemade soups, salads, and a large assortment of deli sandwiches. Eat in or take out. Open daily 7:30-2:30. Patio dining available. “Where Beaufort Meets for Breakfast”. 205 Scott’s Street. (843)524-4330 11TH STREET DOCKSIDE RESTAURANT – Located on the docks of Port Royal, this rustic setting offers prime seating for enjoying spectacular sunsets overlooking shrimp boats on Battery Creek. Specializing in fresh seafood & mouth watering steaks. Open Daily 4:30pm-10pm. Chef/Owner on premises. 1699 11th St., Port Royal. Close to Parris Island. (843)524-7433. www.11thstreetdockside.com
Beaufort International Film Festival and programs, coupled with fun and thought-provoking events and series, the BFS promises to provide the sea island community with a commitment to entertainment, outreach, and education through film. Beaufort Film Society will achieve success through its wonderful members along with its caring volunteers and staff, without whom, none of this would be possible. PO Box 998, Beaufort, SC. www.beaufortfilmsociety.org TOWN OF PORT ROYAL – Located between the Beaufort River and Battery Creek in the South Carolina Lowcountry. The Town is home to two military installations, Marine Corps Recruit Depot at Parris Island and Naval Hospital, Beaufort, neighboring to the historic City of Beaufort and The Marine Corps Air Station, Beaufort. www.PortRoyalSC.org
RESTAURANT FUJI – Truly unique! It’s the only Teppanyaki restaurant of its kind. Watch as your meal is cooked right in front of you. A great variety to choose from, such as Teriyaki chicken or the steak & scallops combination. All meals include salad with ginger dressing & steamed or fried rice. All at a great price. 97 Sea Island Pkwy, Ste 202, Hamilton Village - Lady’s Island. (843)524-2662 SWEETGRASS RESTAURANT & BAR – Waterfront bistro at Dataw Island Marina. From-scratch meals made with local ingredients. Dine on our screened porch and watch the sunset over one of our signature cocktails - all named after boats in the marina. Come by boat or car - free public gate access. Serving Lunch and Dinner 5 days a week (closed Wednesday/ Thursday). 100 Marina Drive, Dataw Island. (843)838-2151. Reservations accepted. www.sweetgrassdataw.com
ISLANDS MEAT MARKET – Stop by to pick up all your supplies for dinner or entertaining guests with a variety of quality meats and fresh seafood. The market is stocked with many cuts of beef, pork, chicken and other meats, along with a wide variety of other selections that you can store in your freezer. Located on Lady’s Island at 136 Sea Island Parkway, Island Square Shopping Center (843)525-6162 OLD TOWNE COFFEEHAUS – A relaxing atmosphere to bring a friend, or find a friend while enjoying a cup of comfort inside or in a rocker on the front porch. Located in the heart of Port Royal, we offer made-to-order drinks from our Espresso Bar, Fresh Baked Goods made daily and complimentary Wi-Fi for our guests. Come and experience the “Good Things That Happen Over Coffee”. 914 Paris Ave, Port Royal (843)379-2332
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FEBRUARY 2011
The mission of the Beaufort Film Festival is to enliven our community by fostering and developing a rich appreciation for the art of filmmaking. In 2007 the Beaufort Regional Film Commission presented the inaugural Beaufort Film Festival. The purpose of the festival is to recognize aspiring filmmakers of almost every genre to include independent film, music, animation, short and long features, documentaries, and screenwriting. It is also an opportunity to showcase the beautiful “film-friendly” region of Beaufort and the Carolina Sea Islands. For the past quarter of a century Beaufort has served as the backdrop for more than 20 major motion pictures, to include Forrest Gump, The Big Chill, The Prince of Tides, and many more. Through this festival we will reintroduce our sweeping marsh vistas, antebellum homes, and quiet charm of the old south to a new generation of filmmakers.
Schedule of Events Wed: Feb 16 - Opening night reception 6pm - 8pm. (Invitation Only: Join the Beaufort Film Society to ensure an invitation to this event at www.beaufortfilmsociety.org) The Arsenal, (Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center), the ceremony will be held outside in the courtyard so dress warmly if needed. Thu-Fri: Feb 17-18 - Screenings and Workshops 8am - 11pm (Seaside Vineyard Cinema) Sat: Feb 19 - Screenings and Workshops 8am - 3pm (Seaside Vineyard Cinema) Sat: Feb 19 - Awards Gala 7 pm - cocktail hour; 8pm - 10pm Awards Ceremony (Attire: Coat & Tie - informal) (Location: University of South Carolina, Beaufort Center for the Arts)
February 1-28 – 15th Annual Hilton Head Island Gullah Celebration For further info call (843)815-2147 www.gullahcelebration.com February 2 – Beaufort Shag Club Every Wednesday and 2nd Saturday of month at AMVETS Post 70, 1831 Ribaut Rd., Port Royal. Wed 7pm/Sat 8pm. Lessons which start at 6pm on Wednesday nights and run for four weeks. Membership is $25.00 per person per year, this includes lessons, dancing and other club functions. (843)524-3732 www.beaufortshagclub.com February 2 – African American Genealogy Workshop Hilton Head Library 2-4pm Let us guide you on the right path to discovering your genealogical roots in this presentation/workshop featuring the Ancestry Library Edition database. Attendees must possess basic computer skills (clicking, typing in a search box). If possible, please bring a list of 3 people within your family who were alive to be counted in the 1930 U.S. Federal census. Registration is required. Seating is very limited (843)255-6525 February 12 – Hilton Head Half Marathon The 2011 Hilton Head Island Half Marathon is very scenic and features: Jarvis Creek Park and Broad Creek. It’s fast and flat with a slight incline at the bridge over the Broad Creek, which is about a 1 mile span and is done twice. www.bearfootsports.com February 12 – Valentine Ball Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation annual ball. For tickets and information call (843)522-5774 or visit www.bmhsc.org/foundation
Sun: Feb 20 - Filmmaker Farewell Brunch (optional) 11am - 1pm (Location TBD) (Workshop locations TBD)
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February 14 – Valentines Day February 15 - Free Live Music Live music at Sea Turtle Cinemas: The Headliners performing 7-10pm. Every Tuesday. 106 Buckwalter Parkway in Berkeley Place, Bluffton. Free (no coolers). February 16-20 Beaufort International Film Festival Categories include animation, short, feature, documentary, and student. (See ad and editorial on pages this page) February 20 - USCB Festival Series University of SC Beaufort Performing Arts Center. 5pm
Get In The 2011 Scene Now Booking Waterfestival & Summer Issues (843) 522-2111 x204 Free Internet Advertising with all ad sizes www.SeaIslandScene.com Facebook.com: Sea Island Scene of Beaufort
February 21 – President's Day Daily – York W. Bailey Museum African American Exhibit The York W. Bailey Museum is open to the public Monday through Saturday from 11am to 4pm. Admission is $5 for adults; $4 for seniors; $2 for youth (up to age 16). Named for a Penn School graduate and the first African American Medical doctor to serve St. Helena and neighboring Islands, the museum is housed in the Historic Cope Industrial Building. The permanent exhibit showcases some of the oldest professional photographs of African American people, the original 1863 school bell, and artifacts related to Sea Island and African American history and culture. (843)838-2432 www.penncenter.com
Looking for an event location? Visit the maps on pages 16-17 to help find any event or business you see on the pages of Sea Island Scene.
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