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Downtown Beaufort The quaintness & charm of historic downtown Beaufort awaits!
Visit one of America’s Top 100 Art Towns Shop Unique Boutiques Enjoy local wines and dining at Award Winning Restaurants Stay in Historic Bed & Breakfast Inns Experience Southern Hospitality Enjoy The Natural Beauty of the Lowcountry from our Waterfront Park Walking Tours and Carriage Rides through Historic Downtown All the history and charm of Savannah and Charleston, without the traffic!
Beaufort is just a short drive from Savannah, Hilton Head, Bluffton and Edisto Island.
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MARCH 2010 FISHING PIERS Parking & handicap access available Broad River State Highway 170 at bridge 720 feet long No Access fees Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park Downtown Beaufort Marina 1,200 foot seawall No access fees Paradise 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
“Be patient and calm for no one can catch fish in anger.” ~ Herbert Hoover
BEAUFORT RIVER AT DOWNTOWN BEAUFORT Date 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
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The Smokester Strikes Again! Smokey Chef Catering has done it again! No longer do you need to be throwing or attending an event to experience the expert southern recipes of Chris “The Smokester” Mixson’s Smokey Chef menu. Smokey Chef Catering has given us just what we want, a restaurant! Accommodating everything from individual lunches to full family feasts, Smokey Chef has the menu of menus created solely with serving you exactly what you want in mind. It's the perfect place to celebrate that recruit’s graduation, or get in and out in a jiffy with their quick service. Come as a couple for some finger licking, perfectly spiced foods, or bring the crew and dig in Smokey Chef’s famous “Stew for the Crew”. Smokey Chef’s lowcountry boil/ frogmore stew is a must have if you are a tourist in for just a short time. It’s definitely a local fave! at Hamilton Village). And don't forget the fried pie! Rory’s fruit-filled fried pies come to your table glowing warm and ready to be dug into. Smokey Chef Restaurant opened it’s doors last month and the booths are filling up fast! No more waiting for a wedding reception or Business After Hours to fill your plate with some down home goodness. Island hop over to Lady’s Island, to Restaurant Fuji’s old location (Fuji can also be found a block away Want to tickle your tastebuds in the meantime? Visit www.SmokeyChef.com to view their menu options. Here, hospitality is a way of life and great food is the way love and celebration are expressed. There is now finer fare that what is offered by these rivers and markets and it is here that I am inspired again and again. - Chris Mixson, Owner
A KNACK FOR FLARE If presentation is everything during your dining experience, Mizu Japanese Restaurant has that knack for flare. Boasting of elegant sushi displays, you may find yourself mesmerized by your dinner plate before taking a taste. Whether you are looking for a place to celebrate with your friends, have a quiet, elegant dinner with family, or take that special someone into a romantic setting, you will find all of these within the walls of Mizu Japanese restaurant. With eight full hibachi tables in a large dining area, booths and tables available within viewing of the sushi chef, and two alternative tatami rooms for private group and family gatherings, Mizu can accommodate your individual preferences for lunch and dinner. Nestled off the main road in Port Royal, Mizu is only minutes from the Parris Island Recruit Depot and Historic Downtown Beaufort. Owner Michael Yong has always desired opening an upscale restaurant, with an affordable menu so that everyone can enjoy an appetizing lunch or dinner in a family-friendly, elegant atmosphere. Michael prides his restaurant on presentation. His professional chefs and courteous service staff have developed a business that places a large importance on the guests that enter their doors. You will find a menu that encompasses every palate; lunch specials, hibachi lunches and dinners for small or large groups, full sushi service, and a full appetizer and dessert menu. If you aren’t hungry yet, let’s talk teriyaki; chicken, shrimp, salmon, beef, seafood, tofu, and vegetable to be exact! Looking for pizza? Mizu has that too, sushi style! Mizu Japanese Restaurant has only been open for a short time and has already drawn crowds of new customers and past loyal customers of Selly’s previous restaurants. When you enter the doors of Mizu, you can expect to be greeted by a pleasant and attentive wait staff and enjoy one of the best dining experiences of it's kind. Mizu is located at 1370 South Ribaut Road in the town of Port Royal and is open seven days a week.
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Things That Buzz and Bite In the west coast town where I grew up, the most exotic species of wildlife found crawling around outside my house was the rollie pollie. Not so exotic wouldn’t you say? They were harmless; very skiddish in fact. Touch one ever so gently and it rolled tight into a ball until the coast was clear to continue its journey.
editor@seaislandscene.com
When I moved to the tropical climate of the south, I found that you folks lived with a bit more of an extensive (not to mention more aggressive) array of creepy crawlies than the timid California rollie pollie. In fact, every Spring since I first arrived I have learned about other types of fantastic critters, some even carnivorous in nature.
If you are an avid Sea Island Scene reader, you may recall a discovery about palmetto bugs I made two summers ago. Lillie had just turned one and we were having our usual girl time hanging out and giggling on the living room floor. Not to my surprise, a palmetto bug decided to join us. Squeamish as I am at the sight of not-so-attractive insects, I threw the television remote at the party crasher. This didn’t really accomplish more than a longer search for it's new hiding place as it scurried under the couch. I had learned quickly by experience that palmetto bugs are climbers so I waited, shoe in hand, for it to make its way up a wall. Of course I found it! The bug had cruised around the corner and up the dining room wall. Lillie, standing next to me, watched the stand off intently. It was going to be a dual to the death, and definitely not mine! To make a dramatic story short, the palmetto bug attacked in the most unexpected way. It flew at me! I had no clue the thing could fly so I screamed like a girl, then Lillie screamed... then I smashed it. I’m sure the palmetto bug rights activists may be after me for sharing this, but I can assure you it was purely out of defense! Though it is common to open your front door and find a frog trying to get in, not all wildlife is nosy and impeding. There is an array of birds (ospreys, eagles, hawks), gators, deer and other eye-catching wildlife waiting to be gazed upon in the marsh-laden Lowcountry. Boat tours such as Beaufort River Tours and Eric Horan’s Photo Tours are available to create excellent Kodak moments and memories. These tours are especially exciting during this season as babes of all kinds begin peering their heads from behind the long grassland. Just beware of the ones that buzz and bite! As the seasons change different winged birds migrate in and out of the area, they are professional vacationers. Spring seems to be the time of year when the most unusual and beautiful flocks show up on golf courses and in backyards of Beaufort. They sure know that the best time to visit our town is now! Whether you are like the birds and have found yourself migrated here for a spring stay, or you are planning to visit soon, keep in mind that you are possibly in coastal Carolina during the best time of the year. It’s not too hot, it’s not too cold. The historic town of Beaufort is just right!
photo courtesy of Eric Horan Photography
Sea Island Scene Editor
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Contents
Water Festival Issue 2010 Mainstreet Beaufort, USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Groupers Restaurant/ Sanctuary Golf Club . . . . .3 Tides: Beaufort River and Fripp Island Inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Business Features: Mizu Restaurant/Smokey Chef . . . . . . .5 Editor’s Letter: Things that Buzz and Bite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Crossword Puzzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Town of Port Royal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Downtown Beaufort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11 Gift Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Local Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Feature: Fishing Charters and Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Military Sights and Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Sea Island Maps: Beaufort, Port Royal & The Surrounding Islands . . . . . . . . . . .16-17 Business Feature: Marketing Survival Kit . . . . . . . . . . .18 Preserve at Port Royal Apartments . . . . . . . . .19 Home Improvement Feature: Building Blocks . . . . .20 Beaufort Bites: Dining & Specialty Markets . . . . . . .21-23 Food Features: Wake Up and Smell the Coffee / Smokin' Hot! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Historically Speaking: Beaufort Sports History . . . . . . . . . .25 Recipe Feature: For The Love of Layers/ Grocery Cost Cutting . . .26 Feature: Small Business Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Shopping & Services Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Dining & Market Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Feature: Lowcountry Wildlife Photo Tours . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Sea Island Activities and Events . . . . . . . . . .30-31 Port Royal Soft Shell Crab Festival . . . . . . . . . . .32
Tony Santagati Publisher Jenelle Cain Editor/Advertising Consultant
- Steve Irwin Photos by: John Pilgreen
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“I think my path would have always gone back to or delivered me to wildlife. I think wildlife is just like a magnet, and it’s something that I can’t help.”
34 Sams Point Road Beaufort, S.C. 29907 (843) 522-2111 Out of Town/Toll Free: 1-800-868-6856 Member of Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce
Volume XXViII Number 6 Sea Island Scene Magazine published by Sands Publishing Company, 34 Sams Point Rd, Beaufort, SC 29907, a division of Sands, Inc. Copyright © 2010 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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DOWN 1. Neighbor of Libya 2. Bindle bearer 3. Meeting of the eyes 4. Path 5. Bluenose 6. Flimsy, as an excuse 7. Intensifies, with “up” 8. “Dear” one 9. Farm cry 10. Beetle images 11. Makes lace 12. Fencing sword 13. Mary in the White House 19. Tropical Asian plant 21. Amazon, e.g. 25. In pieces 26. A dance 27. “___ say!”
ACROSS
39. Long, loose, heavy overcoats
28. Brewer’s equipment
1. Prepare to swallow
41. Bleed
29. Eminent
5. Puddle
42. Masses
31. Tar, e.g.
10. “Let it stand”
44. Fill-in
32. Fits
14. Georgetown athlete
45. Air Force heroes
15. Asian shrub
46. Tie up
16. Crime boss
48. Reduce
17. Biblical shepherd
50. Charlotte-to-Raleigh dir.
43. Turkish viceroy title in Egypt
18. Invoked a curse
51. Voting “nay”
45. Hooded pullover jackets
20. Docking accommodations
52. Quality of some sweatshirts
47. Reddish grass
22. Played (around)
55. Single-sloped roof wells
49. “Rocks”
23. Control
60. Right to enter
24. ___ grecque (cooked in olive oil, 62. Not “fer” lemon juice, wine, and herbs, 63. Capital on the Dnieper and served cold) 64. Pig noises 25. Akin 65. Visored cap 30. Transmits images online 66. “Green Gables” girl 34. Compassion 67. Petitions 35. Golden Triangle country 68. Become unhinged 37. Grammar topic
33. Admirable person 36. 18-wheeler 39. Online newsgroup system 40. Engine speed, for short
52. Ceremonial Maori war dance 53. Father of Balder 54. Black cat, maybe 55. “___ and the King of Siam” 56. Gross 57. Amount to make do with 58. Indian palm 59. Barber’s motion 61. Balloon filler
38. ___ Khan
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Port Royal was the first settlement in the New World predating Jamestown and St. Augustine. It is adjacent to the deepest natural harbor on the Atlantic Coast, Port Royal Sound, and is home to the only public shrimp dock in the state. The Town of Port Royal is located between the Beaufort River and Battery Creek in the South Carolina Lowcountry. The town is nestled right next to Parris Island and is accessible to the base by a connecting bridge. Families arriving weekly for recruit graduation love the quaint coastal ambiance and convenient location of Port Royal to the graduation site. The Town of Port Royal peeks curiosity of movie buffs because it is there that the memorable hurricane scene from the popular movie Forrest Gump was shot. 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. The best time to visit is late afternoon to catch inspiring sunset views of the breathtaking seaside marshes.
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Downtown Beaufort streets allow you to choose your favorite mode of transportaion. Take a walk, horsedrawn carriage, or sightseeing drive to view the unique history, culture and ecology of this famous town known best for it’s role in the movie Forrest Gump.
“We’re Not Just For Boaters” 1006 Bay Street • Historic Beaufort
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Finishing Touches, etc.
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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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We always hold hands. If I let go, she shops. - Henny Youngman
One of the South’s most important collections of FOLK & FINE ART in the most unique gallery in the Lowcountry 870 Sea Island Pkwy. St. Helena Island (843)838-2241 w w w . R e d P i a n o To o . c o m
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Lady’s Island Center, 102C Sea Island Pkwy Less than one mile from downtown Beaufort.
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The coastal Carolina waterways are teaming with fish year-round. Using your finest fishing skills you will easily catch redfish, bluefish, mackerel, ladyfish,spotted sea trout, flounder, whiting, sheephead, and cobia depending on the season.
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Crabbing and shrimping are also a staple lifestyle in the Lowcountry. Both can be caught with nets when applying distinctive techniques. Oyster habitats, salt marshes, creeks and flats, along with good water quality, provide the potion for an excellent fishery. Fishing charters and boating excursions provide visitors and local residents an opportunity to experience the magnificent Lowcountry estuary life first hand.
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Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS)
Milit Sigh ary ts
During the Revolutionary War, the British landed at what is now the Laurel Bay military housing base, located right off MCAS, and battled American troops at Gray’s Hill. MCAS provides tours to visitors on request. Locally, MCAS pilots perform air shows at various local festivals and events.You may also be able fly-bys during their routine exercises. MCAS is located just north of the city on U.S. Highway 21.
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. Call for museum hours and admission prices. (843)379-3331
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.
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
Beaufort National Cemetery 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 8:00am to sunset for visitors.
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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
860 Parris Island Gateway Beaufort, SC
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Boundary Street / US 21
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Hamilton
King
Baynard Hancock New East
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Scott
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Newcastle
Church
Harrington
Wilmington
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Port Republic
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Congress
Green
Adventure
Union
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9th St 8th St 7th St 6th St Sands Beach Rd
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Port Royal Landing
Sands Beach Boardwalk
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GET IN The 2010 Scene! Establish a memorable and unmistakeable brand identity: - The secret to business success is determined by your ability to powerfully communicate your business with laser precision and your ability to deliver a clearlydefined and consistent experience. - In a nutshell... it’s called branding, and, when done right, it ensures a thriving business with all the customers and profits you need. The secret is to establish a powerful brand identity that sings distinction. And establish that identity before you launch any marketing activities. - Create a deep connection with your core target audience - your potential raving fans! Who wants and needs what you have to offer? The only wrong answer is “everyone.” If you’re a pediatrician, you may see infants and children. Are they your target audience? No! They are your patients, but it’s the parents you need to connect with to get the kids in your door. And it’s not just any parents - it’s a definite group of parents. - In marketing, you get a lot more “bang for your buck” if you focus your spending on a well-defined group of people that you enjoy working with. The better you define this group, the more effective your marketing can be. Design compelling offerings that pull customers in like a magnet. - 80% of all purchase decisions are based on emotion. It’s your job as a marketer to know how your customers want to feel and to get them to visualize how your services can meet their needs. People want to know, “What’s in it for me?” Tap into the emotion and create offerings that touch your customers.
Book the 2010 issues for your marketing Receive Free Banner Advertisement for 3 Months Linking To Your Website www.SeaIslandScene.com
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843.522.2111 x204 - Craft A Personal, Workable Marketing Plan Marketing is everything you do to make your product or service more visible, more desirable and more profitable. Your marketing plan will clearly define the big picture and provide focus and direction based on the 4 ‘P’s of Marketing - product, price, place/distribution and promotion. - Since 90% of small business owners do not have a plan, you’ll have a leg up on your competition by crafting your personal, workable marketing plan to ensure that you reach your business goals. Following these 4 criteria will transform any small business into a money-making machine guaranteed to grow your client list, sales and profits. The upfront work is the secret to a million-dollar business, literally and figuratively.
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Blocks
By Ronda Addy
Building a house today doesn’t mean you have to use the same old materials. Thanks to a little thing called progress, new building materials are popping up all over the place.
synthetic fibers, which are placed in the mix with traditional construction equipment and techniques. It has been used in projects in Australia, Japan, Korea and Switzerland.
Although the principle has been around for hundreds of years, green roofs are new to the architectural scene. These vegetated roof covers use plants in place of tiles or shingles, decreasing storm water runoff, filtering pollutants out of rainwater and decreasing energy usage. If used wide-scale, green roofs could reduce the urban heat island effect of a city.
A small German company has developed LiTraCon, a translucent concrete containing glass optical fibers as thick as a human hair. To make sure each fiber makes contact with surfaces on both sides, the blocks are built in stages. A thin layer of concrete is poured into a long, narrow mold; this process is repeated until a long beam is formed, which is then cut into short, rectangular building blocks. These are riddled with thin, light pipes that transmit light from one side of the material to the other. Through the use of different diameters (two microns to two millimeters), different illumination effects can be achieved. The size of the block has no effect on the illumination of the fibers.
Green roofs are available in different depths and require strong structural support. With just a few inches of growth medium and wedding-cake layers of waterproofing membranes and root barriers to prevent leaks, they can be planted with alpine plants. In some cases, deep soil and irrigation systems may be used to grow shrubs, grass and trees. Green roofs are being used successfully on at least two buildings in the United States, city hall in Chicago and the headquarters of the American Society of Landscape Architects. Concrete is no longer the drab, gray building material it once was. Manufactured by Lafarge, Ductal, which has been on the market for a few years now, casts like concrete and feels like concrete but behaves like metal once cured. It is five times stronger than regular concrete thanks to the small fibers of steel or polymer dispersed throughout the matrix. Ductal costs about as much as traditional concrete and steel and comes in custom recast shapes. It has been used in several pedestrian bridges around the world and a light rail transit station in Calgary. Similar to Ductal, bendable concrete resists cracking 500 times more than traditional concrete, weighs less and requires fewer joints and reinforcements. Bendable concrete uses
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Although it is not available on the market, SmartWrap, a thin material made from the same plastic as soda bottles and pressed into rolls, is strong enough to provide protection from a Category 3 hurricane. An organic light-emitting diode technology of organic molecules is deposited onto the plastic film. This emits light when an electric current is applied, providing lightning protection. Microcapsules of change-phase materials are embedded in the film, absorbing heat in the summer and releasing heat in the winter, thereby controlling the climate in the building. Organic photovoltaic cells are also embedded in the film to absorb sunlight and produce power.
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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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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
1699 11th Street West • Port Royal, SC 29935
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Quick Cook The fastest way to bake a Potato Wash the potato, coat it with butter, butter substitute or oil. Stick a nail into the center and bake on a sheet pan so that the potatoes do not touch each other. This should reduce cooking time by at least 20 minutes over baking them in foil. The butter will keep the skins from cracking and add flavor.
Slow Cook, Quick Meal If you want to save additional time in the evenings, cook in a crockpot/slow cooker. You can cook meat and vegetables in one convenient location, and the best part is your food will be ready when you get home. Your family will love coming home to the smells of delicious Crockpot meals that have been cooking all day.
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
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Fish to taste right must swim three times in water in butter and in wine ~Polish Proverb~
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Cayenne Pepper: Also known as Red pepper. Hot and spicier than black pepper. It is superb in that it adds an intense piquancy without masking the flavor of a dish.
Chinese Five Spice: This powder is a traditional blend of Szechuan pepper, star anise, cinnamon, fennel seeds, and cloves, which represent the five basic tastes: bitter, sweet, sour, salt, and pungent. Chinese Five Spice Powder is used as a meat rub or in marinades. Baste roasted chicken with Chinese Five Spice Seasoning and butter.
Cloves: Dried, unopened flower buds of an evergreen tree. Intriguing, nail-like shape makes exotic garnish. Ground cloves very strong flavored and quite bitter tasting. Cumin: Small, elongated, yellowish-brown seeds of a plant of the parsley family. Also “comino.” The aromatic flavor note in chili powder and essential in curries. Garlic: Bulbs of a perennial plant, cousin to the onion and a member of the lily family. Dehydrated garlic is milled to particle sizes ranging from powdered, granulated and ground to minced, chopped and sliced.
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Nutmeg: The brown seed of the fruit of an evergreen tree. Of the two sources, Indonesia and West Indian compare favorably in aroma, but higher fixed oil in the West Indian restricts its use in some applications.
and Smell The Coffee
When shopping for perfume, take some coffee with you in your bag and have a good sniff in between smelling each perfume to refresh your nose! Sprinkle spent coffee grounds around the base of your garden plants and it will stop snails and slugs from munching them! A mixture of coffee grounds and sugar, fed to a pot plant and watered regularly, will revive houseplants that have turned yellow in winter. Some of the worlds most powerful business, including Lloyds of London and the New York Stock Exchange, started life as a coffee houses. In December 2001 Brazil produced a scented postage stamp to promote its coffee - the smell should last between 3 and 5 years. Coffee is... The second most widely used product in the world after oil.
Tarragon: Slender, dark green leaves of a member of the aster family. Distinctive for its hint of anise flavor. Hallmark of sauce béarnaise, salad dressings, vinegars.
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A Sports History
of Beaufort, S.C. By Gerhard Spieler
SiS Fan Gary Bianchi recently requested an article on “the sports history of Beaufort, S.C.” My dictionary’s definition of “sports” is “diversion of the field, as hunting, fishing, racing, games, especially athletic games; also any various games, usually played under cover.” Let us consider hunting and fishing. In 1776, during the American Revolution, with British warships off the Carolina coast, the American Provincial Congress ordered the “removal of all cattle, hogs and other stock from “the Hunting Islands” to prevent their seizure by royal forces,” according to D r. L a w r e n c e Rowland’s 1996 History of Beaufort County, vol. I. Thus, we had coastal islands by that name along with the first settlers, some of which islands were
reserved for hunting and fishing until fairly recently. Sportsmen visited them to hunt wild game and to use their waters in which fishing for sport is still known far and wide. On Hilton Head Island, there are names like Fish Haul and Fish Haul Plantation which may have a sports connotation as well as a food source. William Elliott III (1788-1863), according to Walter Edgar’s 2006 Encyclopedia of South Carolina, wrote that Elliott’s most famous and lasting contribution to southern literature was “Carolina Sports by Land and Water,” published in 1846. “It has since become a classic of the American outdoor genre,” and is still in print.
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Cut Grocery Costs
Planning before you head off to the supermarket will help you shop more economically. Take the time to do a quick inventory of your kitchen to determine the food that you need. Prepare your shopping list and make notations of applicable coupons that you may want to use. Read the newspapers and circulars to find the best deals. Coupons, Rebates, and Frequent Shopper Programs You can save hundreds of dollars a year by taking advantage of product incentives. Even the less enthusiastic coupon clipper can shave an average of 10 percent off their bottom-line by cashing in a small handful of coupons per trip. If your supermarket offers a frequent shopper program, why not sign-up? You will receive advanced notice of special loss leaders, double-coupon days and other money saving information. Store Brands - Try it, You May Like It The days of generic type packaging and bland tasting food in store brand products is over. Companies have worked hard to improve their private-label brands (eg. Tesco, Giants) and often the taste is equal to the national brands. Do not be afraid to experiment. If you find the product meets your standards, you can save an average of 40 percent off your annual grocery bill. Setting Limits Sticking to a well thought-out shopping list will help will help cut down on grabbing for things that you do not need. In addition, giving yourself enough time to shop will help prevent dashing in and reaching for the first item that you come to. Comparison Shopping To determine the true value of a product read the unit price, not just the package price. The unit price information is usually on a sticker located on the shelf that holds the item. The package price only tells you the cost of the entire item. The unit price shows the cost per liter, grams, etc. Taking a moment to compare this information in similar products will help you get the best value for your money. Also, be certain to check “expiration” and “used by” dates to insure you are buying the freshest products.
Pesto Pepper Bake 4 ounces crumbled goat 3 cups cooked rice cheese, divided 1-3/4 cups shredded 10 ounces roasted red peppers, Parmesan cheese, divided drained, patted dry & chopped Salt and ground pepper to taste Nonstick vegetable spray 1/2 cup prepared basil pesto sauce; divided
DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine rice, 1-1/2 cups Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Spray a 7-inch diameter souffle dish or springform pan with nonstick vegetable spray. Place 1/2 of rice mixture in bottom of prepared dish; pat down well. Spread 1/2 of pesto evenly over rice and sprinkle with 1/2 of goat cheese. Layer 1/2 of red peppers over goat cheese. Repeat above layers. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese over top. Bake 12 to 15 minutes in preheated oven. Cut into wedges to serve.
Tres Chocolate 7 oz semisweet chocolate 6-1/2 oz milk chocolate
5 oz white chocolate 3 cups heavy cream
DIRECTIONS: Chop chocolate into small pieces and place in three separate bowls. Heat cream to boiling point and pour 1-1/4 cups over the semisweet (dark) chocolate, 1 cup over the milk chocolate, and 3/4 cup over white chocolate. Whisk each chocolate until smooth. Cover each bowl with plastic wrap and cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until thick, but not hardened, about 2-1/2 hours. Line a 9-inch round springform pan with plastic wrap or foil, leaving a 1-inch overhang around the top of the pan. Remove semisweet chocolate mixture from the fridge and beat, using an electric mixer, until thick, soft peaks form. Pour into the prepared pan, cover with plastic wrap and freeze for 5 minutes. Remove the plastic wrap; repeat with the other chocolates. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and freeze overnight. Remove from freezer 15 minutes before serving. Just before serving, remove sides of the pan, peel off the foil or plastic wrap and slice into wedges to serve.
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Building The Small Business Convert customers into publicity agents Develop an incentive for them to tell associates and friends about the value of your products or services. An endorsement from them is more effective than any amount of advertising - and it is much cheaper.
Try Unusual Marketing Methods Look for unconventional marketing methods. Investing in unique promotional give-aways is a low cost, excellent way to keep your business in the eyes of the community. Put your logo on pens, grocery totes and stickers or try more unusual items like stress balls, beach balls, sun screen or desk accessories. See page 18 for more on this.
Make Informed Print Advertising Decisions Do you know how much you are being seen in your print advertising? Print advertising is a vital part to growth, even if you don’t think so. Some advertising agencies (like Sea Island Scene) offer additional free marketing to advertisers, including free website ads, free Facebook news blasts, and free editorials. Make sure that you are getting accurate information and the best exposure for your money.
Can the publication - and your ad - be seen online? Does the distribution only cover your town or is it outside the immediate area? Is the publication direct mailed? For free or are there consumer costs? Which publication offers the most for the least? Making informed advertising decisions is key to your success!
Use Various Marketing Tactics No single marketing effort works all the time for every business, so rotate several marketing tactics and vary your approach. Your customers tune out after awhile if you toot only one note. Not only that, YOU get bored. Marketing can be fun, so take advantage of the thousands of opportunities available for communicating your value to customers. But don’t be arbitrary about your selection of a variety of marketing ploys. Plan carefully. Get feedback from customers and adapt your efforts accordingly.
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AREA REAL ESTATE/RENTALS PRESERVE AT PORT ROYAL – The Preserve at Port Royal Luxury Apartment Community offers a naturally inspired living experience surrounded by mature hardwoods and beautifully decorated landscaping. Conveniently located in the heart of Beaufort we are minutes from Parris Island, MCAS and the Naval Hospital. With 9 different 1 & 2 bedroom floor plans and to many amenities to list, there is something for everyone. Come discover why there is nothing else like it. (843)525-9999
ARTS/ANTIQUES/COLLECTIBLES BELLAVISTA – Moved to St. Helena Island on Sea Island Pkwy. Casual antiques, fun furniture, gifts and accessories from Australia, Holland, Germany, and 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 105pm. 102c Sea Island Parkway. (843)524-2769 PALMETTO ANTIQUE GALLERY – Located At 491 D Parris Island Gateway (HWY 280). Open 10am to 5pm Mon-Sat, Sun by appt. Over 6500 sqft of fine American and European antiques. Major credit cards accepted, we ship Fed Ex Ground. (843)770-0570. www.palmettoantiques.com. RED PIANO TOO – Gallery of local artisans located on St. Helena Island. 870 Sea Island Parkway. (843)838-2241. RedPianoToo@islc.net zor visit www.RedPianoToo.com
CLOTHING & SHOES & ACCESSORIES LIPSITZ SHOE STORE – On historic Bay Street, has served Beaufortonians for over 106 years with the areas largest collection of shoes including Florsheim, Stride-Rite, Mephisto and MBT. Stop by for your family shoes and clothing needs. (843)524-2330
EVERYTHING OUTDOORS 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 ERIC HORAN PHOTO TOURS – Eric is a commercial photographer based in Beaufort, His love is natural history but he shoots a wide variety work for the resort market, including portraits. His wildlife photo tours are an exciting and popular way to spend some time while you’re visiting Beaufort county. See brochure around town or @ www.southernlight.biz or call (843)524-3037 for more info and scheduling. 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
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 Dolphin on this trip, and the sunsets are incredible. Just sit back and enjoy the ride sipping Champange, Wine or a cold bottle of water. This is perfect for Anniversaries, Engagements, Wedding parties, Dates, family reuions and vacation trips. Or, make it a group of 4-6 outing with your best friends or employees. (843)812-2934 www.TopGunCharterFishing.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 – 818 Bay Street. 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 sculpture, and delightful weavings. Gift wrapping is free and we ship daily. Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-4. (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. 701 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 – 853 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena. 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 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, as well as neighbor to the historic City of Beaufort and The Marine Corps Air Station, Beaufort. www.PortRoyalSC.org
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 M-F 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 GROUPERS SEAFOOD RESTAURANT AND BAR – Located on Factory Creek at Lady’s Island Marina. Serving local seafood and fresh local produce as well as succulent steaks. Join us for lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch at 71 Sea Island Parkway. Open M-S 11am and Sunday 10am - 3pm. (843)379-3288 HAPPY’S HOMEMADE – Sandwich, Bakery, and Ice cream shop specializing in homemade breads, baked goods and custom ice cream cakes. Full ice cream menu, smoothies, huge cookies, unique sandwiches. Party trays available. www.happyshomemade.com
SERVICES CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCH – Christian Science, discovered by Mary Baker Eddy, is a universal, practical system of spiritual, prayer-based Christian healing, available and accessible to everyone. Beaufort Services on Sunday at 10:30am. Located in downtown Beaufort at 401 Scott Street. The public are welcome to join us. Tune in to 107.9 FM Sunday’s at 8am www.christianscienceusa.com F9 CONSTRUCTION – Specializing in trim, cabinet work, crown molding, painting, flooring. With over 25 years of experience, we provide excellent professional services at affordable prices. No job too small! Servicing Beaufort County (843)271-0109
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 THE OPEN PUB AT SANCTUARY GOLF CLUB – With its cool, comfortable décor overlooking the 18th green, you will relax and enjoy the company of others, or your favorite someone, at The Open Pub. Offer ing a wide menu of fresh, seasonal choices as well as British Pub favorites. Located on Cat Island in Beaufort between Port Royal and Lady’s Island off Highway 802. (843)524-4653 RESTAURANT FUJI – Is truly unique! It’s the only Teppanyaki restaurant of its kind. Watch your meal be cooked 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 SMOKEY CHEF – Stop by for lunch or plan your next event with us! Offering Lowcountry cuisine and fine barbe-que. Here, hospitality is a way of life and great food is the way love and celebration are expressed. Located on Sea Island Parkway on Lady’s Island. Online menu available. (843)489-4800 www.smokeychef.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, as well as a wide variety of other selections that you can shop and store in your freezer. Located on Lady’s Island at 136 Sea Island Parkway, Island Square Shopping Center (843)525-6162 JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS – Everything about Jersey Mike’s is high quality. Our bread is fresh baked each day and everything is prepared right in front of you. It’s what makes Jersey Mike’s the most authentic tasting Submarine sandwich available. 272 Robert Smalls Pkwy, Beaufort Crossing (843)379-8820 MIZU JAPANESE RESTAURANT – Dine at one of our eight large hibachi tables, in our dining room, or in one of our private rooms. Visit for lunch, dinner or order togo, serving sushi, a full appetizer and specialty dessert menu, beer and wine. 1370 Ribaut Road (843)524-8884
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LOWCOUNTRY WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY TOURS Explore the South Carolina lowcountry with Eric Horan. Photographing the coastal southeast professionally for over twenty years, Horan now invites others to join him. With national and international credits, his tours are designed for the serious amateur and professional photographer matching personal and equipment capabilities. Also a master naturalist, Horan's tours are designed to get his guests up close to wildlife, in the best lighting. Witnessing spectacular views and dramatic wildlife behavior, trips are also enjoyed by non-photographic partners and open to any skill level. Tours are never more than five participants to maximize the overall outdoor experience and learning opportunity. Horan's tours are focused around the local waterways with access by small water craft. The coastal region offers a unique diversity of wildlife and a trip guided by an experienced nature photographer, gets you there at the right time of day. Visit pristine barrier islands, explore the salt marshes and fresh water swamps for a memorable photo safari. Horan will help you plan for your own trips, what to bring, as well as, where to go and how to dress with photo tips and useful techniques on location for approaching wildlife in their habitat without impacting their natural behavior. All tours are tailored for the seasons best wildlife adventures. Winter (Dec - Feb) includes photographing visiting waterfowl from in a photo blind and/or working on the beaches to capture the shorebird population. Springtime (Mar - May) includes osprey and eagles feeding and wading birds rookeries. Summer offerings include dolphin activities and feeding shorebirds. Fall will focus on colorful land and seascapes, dolphins, deer, and fall migrations. Other transport can be arranged including kayaks, biking, hiking or driving with separate fees for equipment rentals. For more information on Beaufort wildlife, photography or boating tours of the coastal Carolina area, see ads on opposite page or contact Sea Island Scene at 843-522-2111 ext. 204
MARCH 2010 2nd - 4th Tuesday Beaufort Writers Meeting Lady’s Island Airport 5:30pm Wednesdays - Beaufort Shag Club Lessons & Dancing Member lessons 6-7pm; open dancing 7-9pm AMVETS, Ribaut Road, Port Royal Wednesdays: March 3 and 17th Christian Science Society Testimony Meeting 7:30pm 401 Scott St (Temple Beth El). Hear about the unlimited ways that the healing power and presence of the Christ activates, uplifts, and transforms lives. Free and all are welcome. (843)441-2262 March 5 - Free Family Fun Night Join The Sandbox for their “pirate themed” Family Fun Night Friday from 5:30-7:30 pm. Get in the spirit and come dressed up as a pirate so you’re ready to “swash-buckle” and play pirate games! Fish and chips are on the menu and as always, The Sandbox is open with free admission. (843)842-7645 www.thesandbox.org March 5 - Community Celebration USCB Golden Jubilee event: Walter Edgar will analyze the history of education in South Carolina with a focus on the Lowcountry. Library Plaza, Hilton Head Gateway campus, Bluffton Free March 5 - Friday Organ Concert Rebecca Davy, Associate Organist and Choir Director, Bruton Parish Church, Williamsburg, Virginia performs the second free concert of the Spring Series at The Parish Church of St. Helena (Episcopal). Noon (843)522-1712 www.sthelenas1712.org
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March 19 - Friday Organ Concert Dr. Gail Archer performs a free 45-minute concert at The Parish Church of St. Helena in Beaufort. Noon (843)522-1712 www.sthelenas1712.org
Since writing JAWS, I’ve been lucky enough to do close to forty television shows about wildlife in the oceans, and yes, I have been attacked by sea creatures once in a while. - Peter Benchley
March 20 - Beaufort’s Beauties Womanless Beauty Pageant. Presented by Mainstreet Beaufort. A beauty pageant with a twist – Influential men in the community will dress as women and compete for the title of “The 2010 Beaufort Beauty”. This fundraiser will raise money for Main Street Beaufort initiatives with donations going to local non-profit human services organizations. Holiday Inn Beaufort 6pm www.downtownbeaufort.com March 20 - Red Piano Too Meet & Greet Meet the artists of Red Piano Too Art Gallery on St. Helena Island, SC 1-5pm (843)838-2241 www.redpianotoo.com March 27 - Spring Art Walk Downtown Beaufort 5-7:30pm
Christian Science Society of Beaufort 401 Scott’s Street Downtown Beaufort
Mar 27 - 28 - Spring Tour of Homes Sunday Service 10:30am w w w. c h r i s t i a n s c i e n c e u s a . c o m
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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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