VOLUME 26, ISSUE 20 • OCTOBER 17, 2023

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INSIDE • Parenting Conference To Raise Strong Children at LCC 8A • Senator Tim Scott Visits With Locals At Stop In Bluffton 12A • Greater Bluffton Chamber Offers Young Professionals Help 16A • Bluffton Adopts Hate Crime Ordinance 14A • Halloween Decor, Fun Activities Abound In Local Neighborhoods 18A

A Look At Bluffton’s Developments Along SC170 And More

By Gwyneth J. Saunders CONTRIBUTOR

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Bluffton’s population increased from 27,716 in April 2020 to an estimated 34,493 in July of 2022. World Population Review, a demographic data-compiling website, says the current population is approximately 40,400 — a 40% increase in just three years.

That growth is not a spurt. The town population has steadily increased to three times the 2010 numbers when the census counted 12,530 residents.

It should come as no surprise that Bluffton, like most municipalities, long since prepared for potential growth and expansion.

Much of the new development is flourishing along a road we drive often and know well, SC 170. So here is a look at what new developments are going where in our bustling town.

South of Seagrass Station which is across from Sun City Hilton Head, and is zoned in the Village at Verdier Planned Unit Development, a new development called

Less than two years ago, this property was simply cleared land awaiting construction of these multi-family apartments as well as other residential options and amenities.

CarVillage Bluffton is planned. It is a 5-acre project with 10,000 square feet of commercial space for a luxury car dealership, and a

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All land is zoned or defined for certain kinds of use, such as commercial, residential

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Take Cue From Anti-Bullying Month To Promote Kindness

By Shannon Copcutt

tolerated, which is why this movement to bring awareness is so important. The problem can be verbal, physical, through social exclusion, or through digital sources such as email or social media.

Social media bullying is skyrocketing.

Some people have a sense of bravado when they can say something online as opposed to someone’s face. It has dulled our emotional senses making bullying more prevalent, particularly online in places like Facebook or Instagram. You have seen those posts—the ones where people are fighting online and it goes on and on. Why do we think that this is OK? What example are we setting for our children?

And as for children, bullying is especially damaging. It can lead to devastating effects including school avoidance, loss of self-esteem, increased anxiety and depression.

EDITOR

Everyone has undergone some sort of teasing in their life. But there is harmless joking around, and then there is persistent harassing. The second is bullying.

And it unfortunately happens more than people think. It is something that is plaguing our culture, and is being addressed in many schools and workplaces currently as October is National Bullying Prevention Month.

Perhaps you have a feature that you are sensitive about and it has been called out by others, repeatedly. Or perhaps you did something that others found funny and they took the joking too far. You know it when it happens to you because you get that feeling. It’s uncomfortable and evokes an emotional response inside you.

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As a caring community we need to give this matter attention and promote, kindness, acceptance and inclusion. We need to set an example by not participating in bullying and calling it out when we see it. Simply put, we need to be better, act better.

In this issue, you will see an article written by a local student who talks about the real issues facing kids related to cyberbullying. This student is part of a group called the Low Country Alliance for Healthy Youth, which promotes positive youth development by addressing risk behaviors, including bullying.

It is an eye opener to see students so young grappling with these issues. Lets help our community promote positive choices by being positive role models, not just during National Bullying Prevention Month, but always.

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Roadways Top Of Mind For Local Gov’t Officials

By Weston Newton CONTRIBUTOR

During my public service tenure I have often commented that intergovernmental cooperation and coordination along with transparency are among the highest guiding principles of good government. This notion of coordination and cooperation was on full display earlier this month at the Southern Low Country Regional Board (SOLOCO) meeting which I had the privilege of attending. The sole item on the agenda was a 25 year vision of Beaufort and Jasper County Roadways, including a review of where we are today, where we’ve been, where we are headed, and what we need to do regionally to avoid systemic failures in our roadway network. The discussion was not dissimilar to that which Beaufort County and the municipalities engaged in when I was first elected Chairman of Beaufort County Council in the early 2000s, but the discussion table today appropriately expands the “region” and includes Jasper County and its municipalities. The primary take aways from the presentation were continue doing what local government has been doing (with continued state funding assistance), protect and improve the major corridors (278, 170 Bluffton Parkway, 46 and 315), improve major intersections, develop frontage roads and access roads, plan for

additional connecting roads and (where the State Legislative Delegation can be part of the solution) develop a long-term funding plan.

Having been part of the effort to scrape together funds for extending and Weston Newton widening 278, widening 170, and building the Bluffton Parkway, and the fly over, without property tax increases I understand how important it is to have elected officials at every level of government fully informed and involved in the process. I appreciate the efforts of Mayor Sulka and Mayor Williams for including Senator Davis, Representative Hager and I in this important presentation, now our job as a Representative or Senator is to work to make sure appropriate state resources are a significant part of the longterm funding solution.

Over the next few months as we prepare to return to Columbia for the second tear of the 125th Session of the General Assembly, I intend to highlight a number of bills in this column that passed this year with little fan fare but that are important to our area.

One of those measures, H 4049, which I was a co-sponsored allows members of a South Carolina Non-Profit Corporation to participate in annual or special meetings

by means of remote communication, be deemed present in person and be permitted to vote at such meetings whether held at a designated place or solely virtually. South Carolina was among the states that did not allow shareholder or member meetings to be held virtually, participation was only allowed by attending in person or by proxy. Most homeowner or property owner associations in South Carolina are incorporated as non-profit corporations. During COVID many of these communities struggled to fully comply with the law and afford members a meaningful opportunity to participate in annual or special meetings.

The Attorney General provided guidance which many communities followed during Covid in an effort to “substantially comply” with the law but fundamentally these virtual meetings were not authorized or allowed by law. The passage of the new law provides the vehicle for non-profit corporation property owners’ associations to establish guidelines and procedures to legally conduct business whether at a designated place or through virtual member meetings.

It is an honor and privilege to serve in the South Carolina House of Representatives.

Please call on me if I may be of assistance.

Weston Newton is the representative for District 120 in the State House of Representatives. WestonNewton@schouse.gov

Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, I am sure we have all had the occasion to witness an issue or situation that we strongly agree or disagree with. My question to you is, what did you do about it? Chances are, if you are like me, you moved on and did nothing.

The Oxford Dictionary defines the noun, Advocate, as a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular issue, cause, policy, or person. Advocating is done through public urging, pleading, and defending; some synonyms include backing,

supporting, championing and empowering. Five principles of good advocacy include, independence, clarity of purpose, confidentiality, safeguarding and empowerment. The most effective form of advocating is self-advocacy, which seeks to ensure that all people in society are able to have their voice heard on issues that are important to them, promote and protect their rights and have their views considered when decisions are being made about their lives.

Ideally then, everyday advocacy is using your self-advocacy skills in your

life in a vocal, proactive way. Which begs the question, are we using our self-advocating skills to address our concerns on health, politics, the economy, climate change, social decline etc.?

Low Country neighbors we need to insure we are protecting our citizen rights as interested, conscientious Americans. Advocating for common sense and justice are basic tenets of our freedom and democracy, let’s use them or face losing them.

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SUN ON THE STREET

Fall Markets Provide Business Growth Opportunities Fall markets are here and they offer the opportunity to take a stroll outdoors and see what our friends and neighbors have been up to on the business front.

Wendy Kushel, Wendala’s: “LowCountry Made puts on a great market and the demographic suits my brands well. People love body care, self care, and want to look good so I can introduce them to my products for that.”

Many small local businesses get their start at these markets. They introduce their products and use it as a marketing tool to spread the word about their business. It

David Brady, Celebrate the Lowcountry: “Katie brought us in to these events and she does a great job organizing and markeing them. The local crowd comes out and supports us, it’s great.”

also gives business owners the rare opportunity to talk directly with their customers, explain their products fully, and even offer samples or demonstrations. I stopped by

Jennifer & Roel Harsta, Hardee Greens: “It gives us a chance to explain our product because it’s an innovative farming technique and we are able to talk to people about how to use micrograins.

We do a lot of teaching and people are really open to healthy options.”

LowCountry Made’s recent fall market held at Burnt Church Distillery Oct. 5 and here’s what some business owners had to say about attending these events.

Deborah McIncrow, PillowSak: “Lowcountry Made does great markets.

Katie markets them well so that we have good turnout and reach in the community. We are able to interact with our customers and that’s a great thing.”

LowCountry Made held a falll market at the Burnt Church Distillery on Oct. 5, providing the opportunity for local merchants to share their goods with neighbors and visitors in the community.

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LowCountry Community Church (LCC) is putting on a conference to empower parents to raise resilient children.

The conference, titled “Raising Boys & Girls Parenting Conference,” will be held Nov. 10-11 and is designed to guide parents on their journey of raising emotionally strong children and give them insight and tools to aid in the process.

“Parenting is more challenging than it’s ever been. We all love Bluffton, but the challenge of living here is the reality that most of us aren’t from here and, therefore, don’t have those multi-generational ties to draw from that many are accustomed to in other places. That’s why we’re committed to coming alongside parents to help provide the best resources possible to do this most important job of all: raising the boys and girls that are entrusted to our care,” said Executive Pastor Jason Best.

The highlight of the conference will be keynote speakers David Thomas and Sissy Goff, who have been sitting with chil-

dren and families as therapists at Daystar Counseling Ministries for over three decades. Through their counseling, podcast, books, and speaking, they’ve made it their life’s work to offer practical help and hope to families through their resources and experience.

The duo will draw on that expertise to help local parents cope with questions and challenges. The aim will be to give parents the tools they need to raise children who are brave, strong, and resilient.

During the event, attendees will engage in seminars and discussions that foster deep relationships with other parents and guidance on their parenting journeys.

“David Thomas and Sissy Goff are among the most influential voices for parenting this next generation. We’ve read their books and listened to their podcasts, so we are so excited to get to hear from them in person. It will be invaluable to spend time as a couple engaging in parenting conversations and hopefully come away with healthy tools to better guide,

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DEVELOPMENTS from page 1A or various combinations. A PUD is zoned as a mixed-use residential community that includes not only different kinds of dwellings but other amenities such as retail stores, recreational spaces and even schools.

Further along the road, a master plan has been submitted to the town planning commission on behalf of Millstone Ventures, LLC, for a 22-acre development on the northeast corner of SC 170 and Gibbet Road. Part of the development will be 6 acres for commercial purposes and the rest for 150 new multi-family units.

This property falls under the Buckwalter PUD which envelops much of Bluffton to the tune of 6,201.41 acres with an allocated density of 8,642 residential units.

The Jones Estate PUD is comprised of 4,400 acres located north of the traffic circle at SC 170 and 46.

In June 2000, the seven property owners of those lands contiguous to Bluffton’s town limits petitioned the town to annex the whole lot provided there was a mutually agreed upon developer’s agreement. The agreement was entered into under the South

Carolina Local Government Development Agreement Act as outlined in the South Carolina Code of Laws (1976).

The Four Seasons at Carolina Oaks and Mill Creek at Cypress Ridge are both being developed on that land. The communities have entrances approximately opposite a gas station and fast-food franchise.

The total residential density for the entire property is 2,438 units, according to the town’s June 2019 Development Agreement Summary.

Travel halfway around that circle into the New Riverside PUD which has 4,000 acres with a residential allocation of more than 3,600 units and includes some commercial and business park zoning.

The communities within New Riverside include New Riverside Village, The Lakes at New Riverside, Heritage, Alston Park, Southern Oaks, Haven at New Riverside, and Midpoint, located across from May River High School.

Development isn’t restricted to the “suburbs” of Bluffton.

The Magnolia Square is a development

plan proposed for 3.86 acres on May River Road between 7th Avenue and Pin Oak Street. The preliminary application calls for seven residential units, five food and retail stores, and two commercial buildings.

One proposed development was given its first reading in front of the Bluffton Town Council Oct. 10. A request was made by Workforce State of Mind, LLC, on behalf of the property owner — which happens to be the town — for approval of a public project to construct 12 townhome units. It’s a small step to filling the need for affordable housing.

The property is at 1095 May River Road between Posey Court and Haigler Boulevard, and will have six two-bedroom and six three-bedroom townhomes.

Not every proposed construction project has to do with housing and office space.

A certificate of appropriateness in relation to the highway corridor overlay district has been submitted for building the Lowcountry Pickleball Club in Palmetto Pointe Business Park across from Mill Creek at Cypress Ridge on SC 170. The facility will consist

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Senator Tim Scott stopped to mingle with the residents of Bluffton on Oct. 6 at The Corner Perk to share some of his thoughts in a meet and greet event.

Hundreds turned out to see, shake hands with and listen to Senator Scott’s ideas on Medicare, inflation, military, budget issues, immigration and more, as the Senator prepares for his presidential campaign run.

Blufftonians were upbeat and eager to learn more about the Senator and his views on topics of concern to many residents.

Following a brief speech, a question-and-answer session allowed residents to interact with Scott as he addressed concerns in a respectful and friendly tone, even making the crowd laugh at a couple of jokes.

On a serious note, Scott detailed his plan for a better America going forward, which he called “Build not Borrow,” noting, “We need to start building an America, so we can stop borrowing from China.”

The plan calls for him to execute measures to

increase growth of the U.S. economy by creating 10 million new jobs through an initiative called Made in America. Scott’s ideas were met with enthusiasm by the crowd.

Scott, a junior U.S. Senator from South Carolina, is the only member of Congress running for president in the 2024 election. He recently spoke at the California Republican Party Convention.

His visit to Bluffton has allowed locals to gain insight on what to expect as Scott embarks on his journey to run for President of the United States.

Bluffton Rotary Club Accepting Grant Applications

The Rotary Club of Bluffton is accepting applications from local 501(c)(3) organizations for grants awarded through their charitable giving program.

The Club offers grants up to $5,000 to qualified nonprofits. To qualify, organizations must serve individuals or families that live or work in or near Bluffton. Grants are awarded for projects that align with one of Rotary’s six focus areas: promote peace; fight disease; provide clean water, sanitation, and hygiene; save mothers and children; support education; or grow local economies.

This is the first of two grant cycles the Club conducts each year.

The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, Nov. 3, 2023 at 5:00p.m.

A full list of grant guidelines, along with the application form and step-by-step application process, can be found on the Bluffton Rotary Club website (blufftonrotary.org),

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To be considered for a grant, organizations must complete the entire grant application form.

The Grants will be awarded during the Nov. 29, 2023, Rotary Club of Bluffton meeting. Recipients will be notified ahead of time if they will be receiving a grant from the Rotary Club of Bluffton.

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Historic Bluffton Foundation Honors Herbkersman

By Shannon Copcutt EDITOR

The Historic Bluffton Foundation (HBF) recently held an awards social event at the Heyward House in honor of presenting Bill Herbkersman with the Caldwell Preservation Award, who has worked and promises to continue to help preserve the rich history and resources of Bluffton.

Attended by likes of Mayor Lisa Sulka, South Carolina Rep Weston Newton, South Carolina Senator Tom Davis, Town Council members Larry Toomer, Bridgette Frazier, and Dan Wood, as well as HBF members, the event offered attendees the opportunity to discuss ongoing efforts to protect, preserve and promote the history and cultural heritage of the town through education, marketing, research, and preservation and maintenance efforts.

Herbkersman noted in his acceptance speech that a priority would be “to keep our soul here and guide our future” through preservation efforts that protect the stories of the past and preserve the town’s sense of place.

According to Robert S. Jones Jr., executive director of the Historic Bluffton Foundation, new horizons of education preservation will be dawning for HBF, with a focus on “safeguarding architecture and the genuine spirit of Bluffton’s past.” Among the latest efforts, HBF will improve site amenities at the Heyward House including upgrades at the gift shop and the grounds.

Efforts between town officials, HBF members, donors, and local supporters “are a testament to the power of collaboration here,” he said.

The Historic Bluffton Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that protects Bluffton’s history and archives, and advocates for preservation of its history and resources.

Bluffton Adopts Local Hate Crime Ordinance

Bluffton Town Council, during its Oct. 10 Town Council meeting, adopted a local Hate Crime Bill into law, joining Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville. South Carolina and Wyoming are the only two states in the country with no statewide law.

Bluffton’s hate crime law will create a new chargeable offense and can be added to a primary charge where bias against a protected class is a contributing cause for the crime.

Hate intimidation can be charged when a person violates “Chapter 18 of the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances with the intent to intimidate a person or persons in whole or in part because of the actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or national origin of any person.”

“Everyone in Bluffton is further protected by this ordinance because everyone has a race,

ancestry, gender, and most have a religious or faith tradition,” Mayor Lisa Sulka said. “This ordinance is one step to publicly say hateful behavior will not be tolerated against any of our residents or guests.”

The perpetrator can be found guilty of the separate offense of hate intimidation. The charge is punishable with a penalty of not more than $500.00 and/or by imprisonment of no more than 30 days and will be added on to the primary charge. Sentences shall run consecutively to one another unless the court specifies on the record good cause why they should run concurrently.

Bluffton Police Chief Joe Babkiewicz said this new ordinance adds another tool in the toolbox of local law enforcement.

“This law strengthens our actions to have a way to publicly condemn behaviors motivated by prejudice and hate.”

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In 2016, the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce launched a program to encourage young people to fulfill their professional dreams, become successful leaders and ultimately to make their community a better place to live.

Most participants in the Bluffton Chamber Young Professionals program are between the ages of 21 and 40, chamber director of membership Mark Nixon said.

The program focuses on three main areas - professional development, networking and giving back to the community.

The group meets once a month to cover one of those areas, rotating between the three. They cover professional development one month, networking another month and giving back another month.

For the professional development portion, members hear from an expert about a topic of leadership and professionalism.

Nixon said chamber board member Evan Bromley started out in BCYP and has now gone full circle, returning to the group to share about his success as a local lawyer and business owner. Bromley is the president and owner of Bromley Law Firm in Bluffton.

Networking events include icebreakers and games that push participants to practice networking. Nixon said games, such as speed networking, force young professionals to practice their elevator pitches, think on their feet and focus on what the other person is saying.

Nixon said the pandemic inhibited some of the younger people from learning important social skills, such as how to walk up to a group of people who are already talking and join in the conversation.

“It’s OK to walk up and shake somebody’s hand and be a little bit awkward for 30 seconds because if you’re at a

networking event, that’s what they’re there for,” Bluffton Chamber director of membership Mark Nixon said. “Everybody feels a little bit weird.”

Giving back to the community is also an important part of BCYP. The group donates to nonprofit organizations, such as Bluffton Self Help, every third month.

Nixon said he and Bluffton Chamber CEO Natalie Osterman are the chamber’s only staff members. BCYP is led by a leadership team of young professionals who have more than likely been part of the program for a year or two. These leaders find the sponsors and speakers, and coordinate community service projects.

He said he is just there to guide them when they need assistance.

Next year, one of the goals of the program is to do more community service, Nixon said. The chamber is also planning to partner with local high schools to encourage entrepreneurship among youth in Bluffton. They want to be a resource to students by introducing them to young professionals who can mentor them.

“If we can get ahead of that curve, I think we can do a lot of good in the community,” Nixon said. “We have a lot of people that are members and are willing to give their time, and are excited about it.”

BCYP meets from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month, except for December, when the group takes a break for the holidays. The next meeting will be Oct. 18 at Calhoun Street Tavern.

The final gathering of the year will be a celebration Nov. 15 at Indy Karting & Family Amusement.

The first event is free. The cost to join the program is $100 for the year, but the fee is prorated for people who start later in the year. For more information on the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce or its Young Professionals program, call 843-757-1010 or go to www.blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.

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Halloween Decorations, Events Bring Families Fun, Frights

By Shannon Copcutt EDITOR

While the origin of the Halloween holiday has its root in the ancient Celtic religion, where people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts, today it has become more of a celebration characterized by child-friendly activities like dressing in costumes, trick-or-treating, carving pumpkins and gathering for social events.

In essence, it has become more of a social event than a religious one. And as the population in the town of Bluffton becomes flush with younger families, Halloween festivities seem to be more popular than ever.

Talk of costumes, candy and events abound as residents prepare for the holiday.

School celebrations, parades, trunk-ortreats, library crafts and more are available to residents. Buzzing about costumes and decorations can be heard in conversations all

around. In fact, try going to the local store to find some Halloween décor—some stores are already sold out. And it is not just the big box stores, local retailers are also selling out of Halloween favorites.

Spending on Halloween is on the rise.

In fact, according to the National Retail Federation’s annual Halloween consumer survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics, total Halloween spending in 2023 is expected to top out at about $12.2 billion, exceeding the previous year’s record of $10.

6 billion. In addition, a record number of people, 73%, will participate in Halloween-related activities this year, up from 69% in 2022.

Much of that money is spent on décor to “haunt the home.” You have probably noticed that many folks have taken decorating for Halloween more seriously in recent years. Painstakingly detailed outdoor displays on front porches or side yards are

The Craton family goes above and beyond when decorating for Halloween. Kids from all around come to enjoy their festive displays.

growing in popularity. Themes and mini themes are explored, and making it fun for

the kids motivates many families to decorate in abundance, providing thrills and laughter.

One such household is the Craton household here in Bluffton. With three kids under the age of 5 this family has taken decorating to new heights. Alexandria Craton and her husband, Richard have developed five different “stories” on their property, each with a different theme, lights, and its own music, for kids to walk through and enjoy at Halloween.

These include: a skeleton garage that offers custom body wraps, haunted pumpkin patch with 12-foot pumpkin heads, a witches’ corner, a swamp complete with its own monster, and a haunted grave site.

“We love Halloween as a holiday where our kids can have fun. We started off decorating small and then we added more each year,” said Craton, who noted the

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The family does all of the display work that is in their yard themselves-- even the kids help out, said Craton. “We are DIYers and enjoy setting the displays up. We try to get it as close to the vision we have as possible.

It takes a lot of back breaking work, but we love to see the reactions of the neighborhood kids. The smiles and amazement give me inspiration to do more.” In fact, the family hopes to be able to do a few more scenes if possible before Halloween. If not, the new ideas will have to wait until next year.

Craton’s scenes are so good that she recently posted them on her Tiktok account @alexandriacraton and they went viral with more than 2.8 million views on one of her most recent posts. So a professional career in Halloween décor certainly is not out of reach considering the response she is getting.

And Halloween décor enthusiasts exist in almost every neighborhood. Here in Bluffton, we are blessed with great weather so we can decorate and celebrate without cold temperatures and snow interfering.

Besides enjoying decorations, there are many events in town during the Halloween season that allow your kiddos to dress up in costume and socialize. Here are a few happening locally that you may want to check out.

The Bluffton Library will be hosting several family events that are Halloween related. The first is a Monster Mash Oct. 28 from 10-11:30 a.m. that will offer a family friendly story time and a themed craft buffet.

Children and families are encouraged to dress to impress. The second is a Halloween Klown carnival for teens. Middle and high schoolers are invited to enjoy carnival games from 4:15-5:15 p.m. and watch a showing of “Killer Klowns from Outer Space,” an 80s movie celebrating its 35th anniversary. The movie is silly/scary and is rated PG-13, so those under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. The Bluffton Library will also offer Halloween Toddler Time on Oct. 31 at 10:30 a.m. Toddlers are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Halloween attire and hear spooky themed stories, sing spooky songs and get a treat at the Children’s Desk. In

The Hower family takes Halloween decor to another level.

addition, on Oct. 31 as part of the library’s BOO!k & Treat, children who dress up as their favorite literary or other book character can receive a free book and treat.

Other local events will also be held in or around Bluffton. Lowcountry Community Church will be hosting their annual awesome Trunk or Treat event for the community on Oct. 29 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Lowcountry Community Church is located at 801 Buckwalter Parkway, Bluffton.

Providence Church HHI will hold a Trick or Treat Trail Friday Oct. 20th 6-8:30 p.m.

Candy stations, movies, hayrides, bonfires and more will be offered. Providence Church is located at 171 Cordillo Parkway, HHI. The Salty Dog Café on Hilton Head Island will host: Dine With the Haunted Ghost Ship Crew. Upstairs you will dine with Captain Jamar in his private quarters, while downstairs a mildy haunted experience with fun tavern fare and crafts for the kids will be available.

Shelter Cove will have a free Pumpkin Patch event Oct. 20, 4-7p.m. with free bounce houses, pumpkins and games.

The Bluffton Police Department (BPD) is hosting its third annual Safety Spooktacular October 27 at Oscar Frazier Park. This event evolved from the annual National Night provides a venue for the public to meet first responders, with Halloween fun. Residents of all ages are invited to meet with their community’s first responders, enjoy a trunkn-treat as well as a deejay. Bluffton police officers will also be grilling hotdogs for the public. All attendees, of any age, are encouraged to wear costumes. A costume contest will be held at 6:30 p.m. for all ages.

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“I’ve been following Raising Boys & Girls for a few years now. They are such an encouraging resource for my parenting journey via their Instagram account and podcast. They have also been on my list of people I’d love to hear speak so I was ecstatic when I heard they were coming to LCC. Being a mom is one of my greatest blessings, but it’s also the hardest & most rewarding job I’ve ever had. Any advice and guidance is greatly appreciated and that is what I’m hoping to gain from the conference. I hope to walk away from this conference encouraged and better equipped as a mom. I think Sissy and David’s approachable nature is what makes them so popular. I really appreciate how they give knowledge and insight on a topic like child development, but also provide applicable takeaways to help you as a parent navigate whatever stage your child is in,” said future attendee Pam Blum.

The Raising Boys & Girls Conference will encourage parents “as they’re reminded that they’re not alone in their parenting journey,” Best urged. “No one has it all figured out! It truly takes a village, and we’re privileged to come alongside parents to show them that they are seen and loved, and that there’s a place for them to learn and grow with other parents like them!”

Purchase your tickets for the Raising Boys and Girls Parenting Conference at www.lowcountrycc.org/parent-conference to gain wisdom and guidance into your role as parents and connect with others on the same path. Tickets are $25 for the weekend, and there will be fun activities for children (birth through 5th grade) during both days of the conference. LowCountry Community Church (LCC), located in Bluffton, South Carolina, was founded in 1994 as “a church without walls” and has become known for reaching out to the community in a multitude of ways.

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BGC Bike Bluffton Fundraiser Set For November 5 The Boys & Girls Club of Bluffton will host the 2nd Annual, “Bike Bluffton” cycling fundraiser on Sunday, November 5, 2023.

The event is expected to draw about 400 riders in four ride divisions that are designed from beginner to advanced. It is expected to raise about $70,000 to support the annual operating budget of The Boys & Girls Club (BGC) of Bluffton.

“People loved this event last year,” says The Boys & Girls Club of Bluffton’s Executive Director, Molly Hornbeak. “We can’t wait to welcome back all the riders and see new faces! It’s a joyous day and wonderful way for our community to celebrate what we are doing at the Club.”

Participants of Bike Bluffton can ride in one of four route options: 2-miles, 10-miles, 30-miles, or 62-miles. The 62-mile ride is designed for avid cyclists and will take riders through beautiful Palmetto Bluff. There is a strong emphasis placed on safety with desig-

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After the ride, all riders are invited to enjoy complimentary food from Pizza Co. or Chef B’s Eatz. There will be a DJ, Kona Ice Truck, Palmetto Kettle Corn, and more fun to be had in a fall festival themed party at The Boys & Girls Club of Bluffton at 100 H.E. McCracken Circle.

The cost to register is $70 and includes a free post-ride meal, contribution to the Club, a goody bag, and a 2023 commemorative t-shirt. There is an option to “Ride 4 A Kid” for $300 that includes a Bike Bluffton 2023 cycling jersey and the ability to ride for a specific child at the Club.

“Lots of our Club members and families will be riding with us on November 5,” says Hornbeak. Hornbeak and her team are committed to the Club’s mission of enabling young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential .

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Today, social media is a major part of everyday lives. With an increased media footprint comes an increased opportunity for misuse. Unfortunately, acts of cyberbullying are increasing to dangerous levels with harassment and cruelty online being disguised as some sort of trend or hashtag.

Very often the cruelty is disguised as “just a joke” and that whomever gets offended by it is “dramatic” or “too sensitive.” The normalization of cyberbullying is a crisis that desperately needs to be addressed.

Cyberbullying has been especially normalized on the popular social media app TikTok. Users take photos and record videos of someone without their knowledge in an embarrassing or challenging situation. This is typically done to make the person look unflattering to appeal to the audience’s humor. The user then puts a song that is trending over the video in order to gain more views. The more popular the post becomes the faster it reaches other social media platforms, making it nearly impossible for it to be permanently deleted. These videos often make fun of students with special needs, different appearances/styles than the “norm” of teenage culture, and students who are a part of marginalized communities. The comments further the ill intentions of the post and encourage viewers to laugh at the “humorous” elements rather than calling out

the hurtful connotation of the video. Users can also repost the videos onto their “private stories” where only a select audience can view and interact with them. This worsens the situation, as the videos are talked about and ridiculed privately without the subject knowing.

Even worse, there is a consistent correlation between cyberbullying via social media and depression among young children and adolescents. According to studies by the U.S Surgeon General’s Advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health, not only has depression been linked to the cyberbullying crisis, but anxiety, body dysmorphia, eating disorders, and suicidal idealation have as well.

Young people should know that if they ever fall victim to the normalized crisis of cyberbullying, they should reach out to a loved one or guardian immediately and report it. More importantly, for those who have engaged or been involved with any acts of cyberbullying, find the person who was targeted and apologize and help to get the content taken down. Something as severe as cyberbullying should not ever be disguised as humor or normalized. Together, we can refrain from engaging in content that is hateful and aim to advocate for a better, safer, and healthier social media world.

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USCB is grateful to businessman and philanthropist Dick Stewart and 303 Associates of Beaufort for funding the university’s 1795 Scholarship. This year, 49 students living in the Beaufort campus residence halls and 25 students living on the Bluffton campus received a $1,000 scholarship per semester to help with the cost of housing. Stewart (seated, right) is pictured here with scholarship recipients and Tim Daniels, USCB’s Assistant Vice Chancellor of Development and Alumni Relations.

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Through October 29 Margi Smith is The Society of Bluffton Artists’ October featured artist whose exhibit will run through Oct.29 at the SOBA gallery, located in Old Town Bluffton. The events are free and open to the public. “Wonder Filled Wanderings” exhibit will feature a collection of abstract acrylic paintings.

Through October 22 The Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival is back for it 19th year. What started as a one-day event in 2005, has quickly become a week of festivities in historic Bluffton showcasing

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Through October 31 The Bluffton Library will be hosting several Halloween events for families/kids including a Monster Oct. 28 from 10-11:30 a.m., a Halloween Klown Carnival for teens from 4:15-5:15 p.m., Halloween Todder Time on Oct. 31 at 10:30 a.m. and BOO!k & Treat Oct. 31 where kids who dress up as their favorite book character can receive a free book and treat.

Through November 29 Lowcountry Made’s fall markets & pop-ups have started for the 2023 season. Bluffton Night Bazaar at Burnt Church Distillery will be held the first Thursdays of the month — Nov. 2, and Dec. 7. Palmetto Bluff Farmers Market fall dates are Wednesdays Oct. 18, Nov. 8, Nov. 29th and Sunday Dec. 17th.

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Bluffton Library Is The Perfect Place To Start Writing ‘That Book’

By Gwyneth J. Saunders

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In a building dedicated to the art of writing, the Bluffton Public Library will host aspiring and published authors of all ages at a “write-in” from 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 4.

“It’s the idea that the library isn’t just a place that holds content. It’s also a place that creates content,” said Katharine McKean, branch manager.

At exactly 12 a.m. Nov. 1, thousands of eager writers will begin a challenge to produce 50,000 words or more by 11:59:59 p.m. Nov. 30 during National Novel Writing Month.

On the free, nonprofit organization’s website NaNoWriMo.org, writers register to join thousands of others around the globe who will begin their first or next novel.

Many writers who participate in this annual event will have started right at the stroke of midnight. Others will get up early and pound their keyboards to eke out a plot of some kind.

For some participants, “NaNo” has proven to be the start of a successful writing career.

“Persistence of Memory,” “Water for Elephants,” “The Night Circus” and “Cinder” written by Amelia Atwater-Rhodes, Sara Gruen, Erin Morgenstern and Marissa Meyer, respectively, were begun during the November competition.

Nearly 400 NaNoWriMo novels have been published by traditional publishing houses, and more than 200 novels have been published by smaller presses or self-published, according to Wikipedia.

It’s not surprising that some writers will make it into print because around 400,000 writers jump in every November, and produce almost four billion words each year.

The month-long writing challenge is a competition but a personal one to make the total by the deadline. The website provides a word counter where writers can add and update their totals. Once the total is reached at any time during the month, the tangible reward is a certificate the writer can print out. The intangible reward is a sense of accomplishment at having written 50,000 words in any genre – memoir, mystery,

The Bluffton Public Library is ready for aspiring and published authors to participate in the annual National Novel Writing Month event.

science-fiction. It’s the writer’s choice. And library shelves are proof that readers appreciate all kinds of topics.

The library staff is ready for writers and hopes participants will find the library’s conference rooms and shelves of books an ideal location to do some work on their manuscript.

“What I anticipate coming out of this is that writers will be energized, and know that the library is a space for them to come and work,” said Debra Henderson, Information Services Librarian.

The two-hour event will include periodic word prompts – timed challenges for writers to include a word or phrase in their manuscript to see where it might lead the writer.

There will be a prize after each of the five scheduled prompts for the writer with the most words from that challenge.

There is no obligation to participate in the prompts. The library will open additional rooms for those who want the quiet as well as the inspiration of being surrounded by the works of published authors. The conference room has electrical outlets for those with sketchy battery power, soft chairs for comfort, tables for laptops and plenty of floor space for those more relaxed.

The library will provide water, tea and snacks.

The multipurpose room will be open for writers every Saturday except Veterans Day. For more information or to register, call 843-255-6503.

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On a dark and stormy night, six mysterious guests, plus a butler and a maid, assemble for a dinner party at a creepy old manor. When one of them turns up dead, it’s clear no one is safe!

Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench?

Based on the cult 1985 movie and inspired by the classic game, Clue is the ultimate murder-mystery-comedy that will keep you guessing (and laughing) to the very end!

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SOBA Gallery In Old Town To Hold Large Art Show

By Shannon Copcutt EDITOR

For those looking to fill a large wall space, check out the Large Art Exhibit that will be held Oct. 29-Nov. 11 at SOBA Art Gallery at 6 Church St., Bluffton.

The event, which has grown in popularity since its inception in 2020, will feature artwork larger than 36x40 inches, all of which is created by local Lowcountry artists. It will include paintings and fine art photographs.

“The Large Art Show idea grew organically in 2020. Myself and a couple of board members were discussing large art work, and how many people have large homes with big walls. And that meant they would need paintings larger than 30”x 40”,” said Missy Gentile.

So in the fall of 2020 SOBA had it’s first Large Art event, since then several have followed with great success. Sales have been excellent and a new clientele of art buyers are coming to the gallery, noted

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Gentile. SOBA has roughly 40 artists that paint large pieces.

“For me, large art becomes the focal point or center piece of a space, it immediately amplifies the room’s dimensions, making the space appear larger than it is,” said Gentile.

“I like painting large scale because it can hold way more detail than smaller paintings. I feel a sense of freedom. I feel lighter. I feel happier. Making big art gives me mental space to think, to reflect on things going on in my life as well as reflect on my art,” she added.

Fellow large art artist Jane Capraro said, “Large Art equals Exhilaration. The larger the piece, the further the borders become, leaving more room to disappear into the painting, like walking through a door. Painting becomes a free, full body experience rather than trying to fit yourself into a tight, small space.”

The Large Art exhibit will be open to the public Mon-Sat. 10a.m. - 5p.m., Sun. 11a.m. - 3p.m. Oct. 29 Large art like this piece called Jazz Paris by Missy Gentile will be available at the Soba through Nov. 11.

Large Art Show.

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Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Kicks Off 2023-2024 Season The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra launches its 42nd season in October with two Symphony Under The Stars outdoor pops concerts in Bluffton and on Hilton Head Island and its first of nine Orchestra Series programs at First Presbyterian Church on Hilton Head Island, all conducted by Music Director John Morris Russell.

“Hollywood in the Lowcountry” features Bluffton’s own Broadway royalty, vocalists Meredith Inglesby and Steve Blanchard, in a program that includes iconic scores associated with our corner of the world.

Music from classic movies featuring themes from Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Forrest Gump, and The Prince of Tides is paired with John Williams’ classics, and signature songs by Inglesby and Blanchard from their Broadway roles. The Abeni Cultural Arts Dancers join the HHSO for the Lowcountry’s signature song, Kymbahah. Also making an appearance will be the “Berlioz Bells” from the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra in the finale, Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture.

Symphony Under The Stars performances take place Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at Martin Family Park in downtown Bluffton at 68 Boundary Street, and Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at Lowcountry Celebration Park, 94 Pope Avenue, Hilton

Head Island. Admission is free for both performances; however, patrons may consider purchasing table tickets. Oct. 19 table tickets are available through the Arts and Seafood Festival by calling (843) 757-BLUF or (843) 815-6278. October 20 table tickets are available by calling the HHSO at (843) 8432055 or online at hhso.org. All are invited to bring picnics and their favorite beverages for al fresco dining and music.

On Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. and Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church on Hilton Head Island, the Orchestra Series opens with “SymphonieFantastique,” a program of spine-tingling orchestral music that will put everyone in the mood for Halloween. This program includes Bernard Herrmann’s Suite from Psycho, Suite from Us by Michael Abels (featuring the HHSO Chorus), James Stephenson’s Legend of Sleepy Hallow, and the programmatic masterpiece, Symphonie fantastique by Hector Berlioz.

Orchestra Series subscriptions in 9-, 6-, and 3-concert packages are available by calling the HHSO office at (843) 842-2055.

Single tickets for all concerts are available online at hhso.org or by calling the HHSO at (843) 842-2055.

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Celebrate Italian-American Heritage Month A Taste of the Old Country is at

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October is officially Italian American Heritage Month in South Carolina, signed into law in 2015 by Governor Nikki Haley as the month to recognize the contributions of Americans who either came from Italy, or whose Italian ancestors immigrated to the United States.

Each year, the IACHH celebrates with two fundraising events. The Zin Experience with Italian Flair (aka, Zinfest), and the Annual Italian Heritage Festival. “We are always grateful for the local support and turn-out,” says IACHH president, John De Cecco. “We are proud to give back to the community that gives so generously to all our events.”

After a two-year hiatus, the ZinExperience was held at the scenic Shorehouse at the Omni Oceanfront Resort. Sponsored

by Wealthgate Financial, in cooperation with the IACHH, and Hilton Head Wine & Spirits in the Shops at Shelter Cove, attendees met wine distributors from the Lowcountry, who showcased their Italian

varietals with an emphasis on zinfandels.

In keeping with the community focus, proceeds from the Zin Experience go to local charities and scholarships.

The IACHH also presents the 13th Annual Italian Heritage Festival, on Saturday, Oct. 21, at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, on Hilton Head Island, SC. Offering something for everyone, the festival offers an Italian-American cultural experience, with food, wine, family activities, and live music. “We keep growing every year, and still we manage to keep our ticket and booth prices reasonable for our vendors and attendees” says Festival Chair, Paul Caimano, who expects thousands of attendees this year.” Notably, the gate fee of $6/person (free to children under 10), and free parking have remained the same for the past seven years.

As in years past, food booths will line the pathways at Honey Horn with local restaurants serving up portions of their signature dishes, while IACHH volunteers

will prepare traditional Italian favorites like manicotti, cannolis and zeppoles. There are also educational booths, a kid’s zone, and Italian arts and crafts. Entertainment for the day will feature live music from the Hilton Head Big Band, and competitions including grape stomping, and pizza eating.

For the first time ever, the IACHH presents Legio XIIII Gemina, a Roman Legion encampment, with historical Centurion re-enactors in authentic military dress who will demonstrate ancient Roman games and answer questions.

Also, shop and bid at the famous Festival Silent Auction featuring an array of items such as rounds of golf, popular restaurant gift certificates, art, jewelry, gift baskets, boat rides, merchandise, and trips.

Tickets are $6 at the gate and in advance and parking is free (handicap parking is available). If you have questions, contact Paul Caimano at paccomkt@aol.com, or 412-897-1148.

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TEDxHiltonHead To Bring Together Local, National Speakers A group of eight local and national inspirational thought leaders will be sharing insights, and “Ideas Worth Spreading” when TEDxHiltonHead returns to Hilton Head Island on Nov. 4 at The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. This year’s exciting panel of speakers includes a wide range of today’s well-known “movers and shakers” – including national/local leaders in the area of sports, health, media and business – who will all be gathering to share their unique perspectives and insights for a thought-provoking afternoon.

This year’s TEDxHiltonHead theme is “The P_wer Of ,” and will feature speakers who have used the power of their unique passions, and personal journeys, to create real change in their communities to make a positive change in the world. The incredible lineup of dynamic speakers, entertainers and established leaders will all be sharing their stories – and their “Ideas Worth Spreading” – to highlight not only the impact they have made in the world, but the impact that

their ideas can have on the lives of others throughout the community.

of Coastal Carolina (artshhi.com). Confirmed speakers for this event include: • Charlie Clark, Vice President, Communications, HHI-Bluffton Chamber & VCB Talk: The Power of Media to Shape Who We Are

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TEDxHiltonHead will take place on Saturday, November 4th from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane on Hilton Head Island.

Tickets are available for purchase for the event and can be purchased at Arts Center

The Lowcountry Chapter of the American Guild of Organists invites you to attend an:

• Jeff Ford, Director of Fitness & Wellness, Palmetto Bluff Club Talk: The Power of Three Stair Steps to Change • Tonya M. Matthews, Ph.D., President & CEO, International African American Museum Talk: The Power of Radical Empathy • Mary-Kay Messier, Vice President of Global Marketing, Bauer Hockey Talk: The Power of Equity in Sport • Rachel Stratton, Clemson University

Senior/Student Leader and Content Creator Talk: The Power of Finding the “Now” in a World That Has a Playback Button • Ross Szabo, Award-winning mental health speaker, advocate & author, Founder & CEO of the Human Power Project, and Wellness Director at Geffen Academy at UCLA Talk: The Power of Language for Mental Health • Jeff Weiss, President and CEO (Chief EvAGElist Officer), Age of Majority Talk: The Power of Active Agers • Lester Young, Jr., Founder, Path2Redemption Talk: The Power of Redemption For more information about TEDxHiltonHead, visit https://tedxhiltonhead.com.

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Off Season Book Boasts Unexpected Plot Twists

By Glenda Harris CONTRIBUTOR

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H H I CO N CO U R S . CO M

This novel is a classic, written by Anne Rivers Siddons, the trail-blazing matriarch of contemporary southern fiction. Her body of work remains popular today, 47 years after her first novel “Heartbreak Hotel” was published. She wrote 18 more fiction novels and 2 non-fiction books with her last “The Girls of August” being published in 2014.

She passed away in September of 2019 and is missed by her legion of fans. Her dear friend and fellow iconic southern author Pat Conroy considered “Off Season” to be one of her best.

Set on the remote coast of Maine, this is partly a coming-of-age story of central character, Lilly. It unfolds as a dual timeline with Lilly as a young girl finding first love and also as a woman married to a different man.

Lilly and husband Cam were happily married for decades, raising a family and all was perfect, until it wasn’t. No spoilers here. Besides being warm and engaging throughout, this is also a story of how life holds surprises, some big, some small.

Readers may or may not see it coming.

This book is recommended for all who enjoy a love story, a beautifully dramatic setting and an unexpected twist or two.

There are countless gifted writers out there but Siddons’ had the special talent of building a story with such a rich atmosphere that it seemed magical. Readers will feel as if there, feeling the wind, hearing the waves crashing against that cliff on the coast of Maine.

This novel, published in 2008, is available at most libraries and national booksellers.

There are many more by this author and each and every one is highly recommended.

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In the pursuit of facial harmony and aesthetic balance, individuals often explore various cosmetic procedures. One such procedure gaining popularity is buccal fat pad removal. This surgical technique is designed to sculpt the face by reducing fullness in the lower cheeks, offering patients a more defined and contoured appearance.

The buccal fat pad is a distinct mass of fat located in the hollows of the cheeks, contributing to the youthful plumpness of the face. While this feature is desirable in youth, some individuals may find that the buccal fat pad persists into adulthood, creating a rounder facial contour that they wish to alter.

Buccal fat pad removal is a minimally invasive procedure performed by qualified plastic surgeons. The surgeon begins by making a small incision inside the mouth, ensuring no external scars are visible.

Through this incision, the buccal fat pad is carefully accessed and excised. The amount of fat removed is customized to the patient’s goals and facial anatomy, allowing for a personalized outcome.

Candidates for buccal fat pad removal typically include individuals with a rounded or overly full face who seek a more sculpted look.

As a minimally invasive procedure,

buccal fat pad removal boasts a relatively short recovery period.

Patients may experience mild swelling and discomfort, but these symptoms usually subside within a week.

Full results become Dr. Mathew Epps apparent as the swelling diminishes, revealing a more contoured and defined facial appearance.

While buccal fat pad removal is safe, it is essential for individuals to understand the potential risks and complications associated with any surgical procedure. These may include infection, bleeding, or asymmetry.

Choosing a qualified surgeon is critical in minimizing these risks and achieving optimal results.

Buccal fat pad removal represents a valuable option for those seeking to enhance their facial contours and achieve a more sculpted appearance. As with any cosmetic procedure, thorough consultation is essential to ensure that the treatment aligns with the patient’s goals and expectations, leading to a successful and satisfying outcome.

Mathew T. Epps MD, MS, DABS is Triple Fellowship Trained Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon Specializing in Facial, Eyelid, and Breast Surgery. Visit Matheweppsmd.com or contact info@dreppsmd.com

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MEDICAL

How Many Stitches Will I Need? Answer: It Depends

By Dr. Mikell CONTRIBUTOR

Q: How many stitches will I need after surgery?

A: Often, following the suturing of a wound, patients will ask “How many stiches do I have?” They ask, but seldom do they truly understand what the answer means if they are given a number.

When I ask what they mean by that question, usually they say “I really don’t know.” They may say they believe the answer is somehow related to the severity or size of the wound, or they may say “someone will ask.” I believe the mental image they have when they ask the question is similar to what one saw in Frankenstein movies that looked like railroad ties across a wound.

Q: Exactly how is “a stitch” defined?

A: On Dictionary.com I found an explanation of “one complete movement of a

threaded needle through a fabric or material such as to leave behind it a single loop or portion of thread, as in sewing, embroidery, or the surgical closing of wounds.”

Q: Does that mean a loop is visible on top of the skin?

A: Counting stiches in that fashion would only apply if a wound is sewn with “simple interrupted” sutures where a needle enters the skin on one side of a wound, exits on the other and is tied on top with a single knot, then separated from the remainder of the suture material. Those interrupted sutures could then be placed as close together or as far apart as the sewer wishes, negating any relationship to the length or severity of the wound.

Q: What are running stitches?

A: Often, wounds are sewn with “running” sutures, which may be continuous from one end of the wound to the other, with a single knot on each end of the wound.

Those running sutures may then be either

visible on top of the skin or hidden beneath

the skin.

Q: Would the number of sutures then be each time a needle punctures the skin or each visible loop on top of the skin? Or would there be no stiches if the loops are hidden beneath the surface?

A: Clearly, to answer the question “how many stiches,” would require a definition of “stitch” to match the method used.

In the medical record, the length of a wound repair is recorded as the actual measurement of the length of the wound, so it is not important to know “how many stitches.”

Dr. Oswald Mikell is a Fellow of the American Society for Mohs Surgery, and is Certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery.

If you have questions and want to learn more about Mohs Microscopic Surgery with Cosmetic Repair, call Dermatology Associates of the Lowcountry (843) 689-5259 (Hilton Head) or (843) 705-0840 (Bluffton/Okatie) to schedule a consultation.

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EDUCATION

Rocket Scientists, Other Experts Needed For School Science Fairs

By Gwyneth J. Saunders CONTRIBUTOR

There haven’t been any erupting volcanoes or soaring rockets, but some of the experiments and exhibits created by Beaufort County School District students have impressed both school staff as well as people like Chris Clayton, an actual rocket scientist.

Clayton is chair of the Beaufort Regional Science Fair (BRSF) judges, a volunteer organization that provides science experts to county schools and regional fairs every spring.

After working as a systems engineer on the Apollo space program and the lunar landing module, designing engines for the Boeing 777 and B1 bomber, and working for companies like Lockheed, Bendix Corp., and GE, Clayton retired and moved to Hilton Head in 2004.

While pursuing other activities, he

responded to a small newspaper advertisement seeking science fair judges. He joined the group and has been judging ever since.

“There have been some really technically high-level projects. What we do is we have a range of judges in different fields and what we try to do when judging is make sure we have the right experts to judge them,” Clayton said.

One experiment conducted by students at M.C. Riley Elementary School involved the life span of an egg.

“The head of the STEM program had a project where the students had to make a container of some sort to put an egg into it and drop it from a height until it broke,” he said. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

The school arranged with the Bluffton Township Fire District to use their ladder truck.

“It promoted science in the school. It was a very imaginative program, and the kids

were signing up for it. Some of them used parachutes. When one project failed, we asked the student if he understood why it failed. He said, ‘Yes. The parachute opened, the wind blew and it fell into a car and broke’.”

Other projects by older students were seen at last year’s science fairs by Felipe Andre Silva, Beaufort Central School District coordinator of science.

“I’ve been in Beaufort County for the past year, so I only experienced one fair. There are two projects that really stood out to me last year,” said Silva. “One of them was a student from Hilton Head who made a scooter out of a power drill. He had a battery-powered power drill, and he built a scooter.

And then when he pressed the power drill, this could move so he went to school on a power-drill scooter for like half of the year to show his fellow students. It was amazing.

It was fantastic.”

A second student that Silva recalled from

River Ridge Academy made a correlation with how flammable materials are if they were dried with a name-brand dryer sheet.

“It was very interesting. She tested a bunch of different textiles, drying them with and without the dryer sheet. And she saw that with the dryer sheet, it gets way more flammable,” said Silva. “She stopped drying her clothes with dryer sheets because she doesn’t want to burn.”

These are the sorts of experiments and exhibits the judges will come across when they participate in the fairs. BRSF has provided as many as 70 judges in the past rotating between the schools and different categories.

Even though the process has recently been streamlined by moving the county’s regional competition to a larger one in Charleston, the program still needs plenty of judges to examine the efforts of young scientists.

“We have to have school-based judges for

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Cooler Temps Offer Chances To ‘Refeather Your Nest’ Maryemily Johnson CONTRIBUTOR

The change of seasons is a welcome respite from the stifling summer heat and humidity in the Southern Lowcountry. Change ushers in unlimited possibilities to refresh and re-feather your nest. Much of the inspiration for new items stocked in our local Lowcountry retailers comes from trends highlighted at design shows including The International Home Furnishings Market, a design show currently underway in Hight Point, NC. In the fall, High Point, NC is transformed into a vibrant and alive epicenter for creatives and professionals from around the world that come from far and wide to shop for their clients. It is the North Star for those in the business of making our houses our dream homes.

This is an extraordinary opportunity to see the changing styles and fresh ideas in a

city that transforms itself two times a year for the trades to get the opportunity to restage... refresh…. renew …and revive our special spaces. I have been able to travel there and shop for the past two decades, and I wanted to share some insight to the many families relocating to our area, or looking for a long overdue update in the home.

There’s a lot of information when it comes to design, and particularly High Point trends, so relying on a seasoned professional to guide you through the process of an update or full-on design project is essential. Utilize designers, architects, and other industry professionals as they have training and experience diagnosing and solving problems.

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Local Doctor Goes From Code Blue to ‘Code Brew’

By Barry Kaufman CONTRIBUTOR

In a medical emergency, every second counts. There are decisions that must be made in a heartbeat, treatments that need to be administered rapidly and an infinite number of potential dangers that have to be averted.

Dr. Michael Kaup, a board-certified emergency medicine specialist, is no stranger to the strenuous pace that comes with working in emergency medicine. In fact, he thrives on it.

“I like the fact that you can see a large variety of patients, make quick decisions and differential diagnoses and get them started on a treatment plan all in a couple of hours,” said Kaup, who spent three decades working in the ER at Hilton Head Hospital.

Earlier this year, Kaup made the change to urgent care, bringing his skills to the Beaufort Memorial Express Care clinics in Bluffton and Okatie.

“After 30 years, I don’t necessarily need that

energy rush,” he said with a laugh. “I am very satisfied helping with relatively minor issues.”

So it may be no surprise that when he’s off the clock, Kaup pursues a hobby that requires a healthy dose of patience. As an avid craft beer homebrewer, he started like most brewers - at his kitchen stovetop. “I only did about 3-4 batches at first, with limited success,” he said.

Kaup, who is fondly referred to as “Doc” by his fellow local homebrewers, eventually upgraded from the stovetop to a full brewing system with electric pumps, kettles and controls.

And whether it’s a hoppy IPA, a velvety smooth stout or a robust rye, he finds joy in the almost meditative pace that comes with brewing. When treating patients, the results are often instantaneous. When brewing, those results can take weeks, and the deliberate pace of it all is about as far from a hospital clinic as you can get.

“I like the hands-on way of gathering my ingredients, going from sack of grain that I

When Michael Kaup isn’t treating patients at Beaufort Memorial Express Care, he can usually be found in his garage brewing his favorite craft beers.

grind myself, heating and treating the water, adding hops in different times of the brewing process and coming up with an end product,” he said. “And it lets me use a little of my chemistry background.”

He’s been successful at it too – having won a homebrewer competition hosted by River

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But brewing isn’t Kaup’s only outlet for advancing his epicurean interests. He currently serves as board Vice President for the Hilton Head Island Wine and Food Festival, the multi-day extravaganza that has become one of the Lowcountry’s top spring events.

“Not only is Doc a thought leader, but he’s also a hands-on guy who rolls up his sleeves and gets to work,” said Jeff Gerber, executive director of the festival. “You’ll find him setting up and breaking down tables, delivering ice, and running the auctions.”

Naturally, with craft beer becoming a larger part of the foodie conversation, Kaup was the first to stand up and introduce his drink of choice to the menu. “I suggested adding a craft beer event to the festival, and we did the first one last year,” he said. “It turned out to be a success.”

That’s an understatement. What organizers called “Craft Beer at the Beach” instantly became one of the festival’s sold-out events, prompting a return this past year and ulti-

mately an expansion into its own standalone event, the inaugural Hilton Head Rhythm & Brews festival, which will bring over 40 craft breweries to Lowcountry Celebration Park on Saturday, October 28.

“With his passion for beer, Doc was paramount in successfully adding craft beer to the Wine & Food Festival, and now premiering a new event that we hope will soon rival similar events around the region,” said Gerber.

“The brewers are all as excited about this event as we are and the beers they’ll be sampling look incredible,” said Kaup. “And when you factor in beautiful fall weather, great live music, and proceeds supporting scholarships for local students, we can’t wait to share this great event with the community.”

The Hilton Head Rhythm & Brews Festival will be held Saturday, October 28 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Lowcountry Celebration Park. Tickets for the event are $75 for general admission and $150 for VIP tickets, which include early admission and light hors d’oeuvres. Proceeds support scholarships for local hospitality students. Visit HiltonHeadRhythmAndBrews.

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James River Greyhounds’ local representatives will be featuring retired racing greyhound adoptions at local PetSmart stores on the following dates from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Hilton Head Island, first Saturday of the month; Bluffton, second Saturday of the month. For more information, contact Sandy Kennedy, 843-441-9268.

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The Hilton Head Lighthouse Chorus is looking for any man who is interested in spreading the music of the “Sounds Of The Season,”a Christmas Performance at First Presbyterian Church on Hilton Head Island on Dec. 8. This is an open invitation and there is no commitment to join the chorus after the show. For more information contact Bill “Duke” Andrus at 843-226-6262 or by email at billandrus80@gmail.com.

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FAITH

Practice Forgiving From The Heart To Be Paid In Full

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In the book of Matthew, the 18th chapter verses 21-35 of the (NIV) we find the story, The Parable of the Unmerciful Servant 21 Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” 22 Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times…32 “Then the master called the servant in. ‘You wicked servant,’ he said, ‘I canceled all that debt of yours because you begged me to. 33 Shouldn’t you have had mercy on your fellow servant just as I had on you?’ 34 In anger his master handed him over to the jailers to be tortured, until he should pay back all he owed. 35 “This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother or sister from your heart.”

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are in the fix that we are in with brother and sister waring with each other and not showing love to one another is due to this “all about me” mentality. No one is concerned about anyone else, just “me, myself, and I.” If we would take the time to forgive one another for the things that have happened, move on, move away, we would be a whole lot better off. No one has ever said that you must stay in a bad situation, or with the person that keeps doing you wrong. The text says that you must forgive and forgive from the heart.

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BEAUTY

Fall Is A Perfect Time For A New Cut And Color

By Joy Ross CONTRIBUTOR

Fall is here! Time for a new cut and color?

There are some really nice cuts that suit many ages and faces, along with many darker more dimensional colors that are perfect as we head into the cooler months. But be kind to your stylists, as there are many misconceptions about salon services. In this article will try to clarify some common questions and concerns when it comes to getting what you want out of a salon visit.

One salon misconception is that if you only need a trim that it should be less expensive than a haircut. Unfortunately, this is not true. We, as stylists, still have to cut each and every hair. It doesn’t matter how much we are cutting off, it is still the exact same process. If truth be told, it is actually a tad more difficult to only take off 1/4” than to cut an inch. But it is not made more expen-

sive. The pricing is the same no matter how much is taken off the hair.

Secondly, many pre-teens and teens have more hair than both of their parents put together. I know their haircut should be less because they’re younger however in my experience they are much harder to please and I usually take more time and products on their hair than a more mature client.

This is why age usually doesn’t matter when considering the price.

When it comes down to young children, the price should be ten times more because of the danger of their movements either resulting in a bad haircut cut or just a bad cut. Our shears are extremely sharp and children’s hair is not yet hard protein. If their hair isn’t cut properly each cut will show. It takes skill to cut a child’s whispy hair unless it is only a clipper cut. Again price is, or should be, dependent on the age of the child. And completely opposite than

what you would expect. I’m not saying it is but that’s why it is if it is.

Another phrase I hear is, “I need color

but my hair is short.” Again, the length doesn’t matter because we are just doing new growth. If you had a tiny head it would maybe make the price less, but hair length whether it be short, medium, or long doesn’t matter. It does matter if you have let your hair grow out so we have two inches of new growth to cover. It is taking twice as much product which should be more expensive. But again, we usually don’t up charge unless it’s ridiculous.

Hopefully these little nuggets of information help you to realize why salon prices are what they are today. Unfortunately, the prices of our products increase all the time and we always try to be as considerate and conservative as possible, however there are some things that are out of our control that do not help. Hope your next visit to a salon is good one.

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NATURE

Best Time of Year To Hunt, Gather and Stock Up

By Collins Doughtie CONTRIBUTOR

Labor Day may signal the sad end to summer but for marsh monkeys like me it means its time to get all my fishing gear in order, patch up the holes in my cast net and get ready to fill the freezer. If nature sticks to its normal schedule, the next eight weeks should be the best time of the year to gather seafood in nearly every shape and form.

I know that it is still hot out there but as recently as just a few days ago I saw the first sign that the harvest is near.

While guiding inshore with a couple of friends, in a three-hour period we must have caught at least eight different species of fish including a mangrove snapper which are usually found no further north than south Florida. Over the years I have concluded that our unique maze of saltwater estuaries are one of the lowcountry’s most prized possessions because they act as a nursery for a lot of species of fish that are not regulars here.

In a particular spot that I cast net when I need finger mullet, starting about now every cast of the net includes at least a half dozen baby tarpon. Other species that magically appear in October include snappers, juvenile cobia and of all things, lots of small groupers. And why not?

This same maze of estuaries that are so unique to our area are the perfect hiding place for tiny fish that have been carried here on the ocean’s currents, some from

hundreds upon hundreds of miles. In addition to the millions of nooks and crannies that are there for these tiny creatures, food to feed them is everywhere.

Often when I am guiding newcomers to the Lowcountry I hear the same thing — “why is the water so dirty looking?

Why can’t it be like the crystal-clear water found in the Bahamas?” Every time I hear that question I explain that our “dirty” water isn’t dirty at all. Instead, the main reason our waters are that color is because there is so much life such as plankton and billions of tiny creatures that find our waters so appealing. It’s like a living, breathing soup of life. Then I hear them state that there is no way they’ll go swimming in water where they can’t see what’s there. I usually laugh at that one because if they were able to see what is there, I can guarantee they would never ever go swimming in our waters again. Only once in my 60 something years living here have I ever had a frightening encounter with a shark and that was only because I was stupid.

I was around 9 years old and was surf fishing in front of my house on Hilton Head. It was low tide and so I didn’t have to come back in to the beach to get bait every time I got a bite, I decided to tie my floating bait bucket’s rope to one of the belt loops on my shorts. The next thing I knew, I was being pulled through Fall is the best time of year to get out there and have a go at nature’s best. the water as a fairly good size shark had Please see HUNT on page 54A grabbed the bucket in his mouth. Luck-

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PETS

Certain Breeds Stay In Rescues, Shelters Longer

By Abby Bird aka Alphadog CONTRIBUTOR

Those of us that are dog lovers are generally unaware of the totality of dogs that enter rescues and shelters each year. Within the huge numbers we are surprised as to the breeds and breed mixes that statistically end up there.

Approximate numbers follow and of course change yearly. Over 3 million dogs enter shelters and rescues each year with over 600,000 being euthanized. These numbers are down substantially from years past but are still appalling. As many as 2 million may be adopted and hundreds of thousands that ended up there due to being lost are reclaimed by owners. Who are these unfortunate dogs and where have they come from that end up unwanted?

Statistics show that more than 5% (excluding Chihuahuas and American Pit Bull Terriers) of these dogs are purebred.

They may have originally come from a backyard or puppy mill breeder and are very varied by breed. Of the purebred dogs that get adopted from shelters the majority are Labrador Retrievers, Chihuahuas and American Bulldogs. Other common purebred dogs in shelters are: German Shepherds, Beagles, Dachshunds, Pit Bull Terriers, Chihuahuas, American Staffordshire Terriers and Boxers.

Since most of the dogs in shelters are mixed breeds, who are they? Most are identified as Pit Bull type dogs. That can range from American Staffordshire Terriers to other Pittie type dogs mixes. In recent

years a growing number are what we might call “Designer Dogs”, dogs that are two pure breed dogs bred together. Often they are poodle type mixes that are desired for their non-shedding coat and are a favorite to be bred for money by puppy mills and backyard breeders.

It is believed that 40% of dogs euthanized each year are Pit Bull type dogs. The second largest breed group represented is Chihuahuas. Why are there so many of these breeds in shelters to begin with? Overbreeding from backyard breeders because they are such money makers. And a general lack of willingness to spay/neuter especially those breeds. While, yes, Pittie types may still be bred for fighting and also status, they remain desirable pets to many. For the most part they make excellent family pets scoring high on temperament tests, but they are severely overbred for the wrong reasons and end up in rescue. Besides that, there are cities that have specific breed bans which include these

dogs. That forces owners to make tough decisions about rehoming their dog. There needs to be more legislation regarding the breeding of dogs in general but specifically these breeds. They are often on lists by owners of apartments or homes as forbidden breed or mix. Homeowners’ insurance companies also may list certain breeds as uncoverable if you own a home in terms of liability. Bite statistics don’t help either.

The top breeds with high dog bite statistics are Pit Bull Terriers, German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Chihuahuas, and yes even Labradors. Instead of buying these common shelter dogs from breeders, adopt them.

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Yes Sometimes There Are Kittens In Baseball

By Amy Campanini CONTRIBUTOR

Fans across the country are ready for some hard-hitting, action-packed baseball in the MLB postseason. Here in the Lowcountry, one high school team is known for more than their talent. Cheering on the Bluffton High Bobcats are the Frye family and their two foster kittens. Wait. Kittens in baseball? Yes, there are kittens in baseball!

Melissa Frye and her family started fostering kittens about a year ago, and they’ve already helped Palmetto Animal League save 12 precious lives. Their foster kittens, Emerald and Lilac, frolic in the grass with the Frye’s daughter Molly while their son Miles pitches for the varsity team.

“They are bottle fed babies and need to be fed quite often,” says Melissa. “Our school plays teams over two hours away. The kittens come along, so we can keep them fed properly.”

While the real action is on the ball field, the Frye’s foster kittens have amassed a following of their own.

“Everyone loves their adventurous antics when they play in the grass,” says Melissa.

“They love all the attention, and they are accustomed to being around lots of different people.”

Socialization is an important part of PAL’s no kill rescue mission.

“Introducing foster pets to new people and places helps prepare them for adoption,” explains PAL Foster Coordinator Sally Dawkins. “It’s very important to expose them to as many experiences as possible so they can fit into most households.”

The Fryes initially began fostering because of Molly’s immense love for cats. The first three kittens they ever brought home still had their eyes closed and only weighed about 7 ounces. The family got so attached to Boots, Brandy, and Mittens, they decided to adopt them.

“There is definitely a special bond you have with an animal that depends on you completely,” explains Melissa. “As fosters, we feel good knowing that we can make a difference, even if it’s just one little kitten at a time.”

While the Bobcats may not always win, having foster kittens at their games is a winwin for everyone!

“We own multiple cat strollers,” says Melissa with a smile. “Taking the kittens to the ball field has always been very easy.”

While it’s hard to say goodbye when your kittens are ready for adoption, you will know in your heart that you gave those tiny little creatures a great start to a wonderful life.

For more information about fostering for PAL, please visit PalmettoAnimalLeague.org and click on “Foster” under the “Get Involved” tab. Amy Campanini is President of the Palmetto Animal League.

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Do Sellers And The Listing Agent Stay In The Home During Showings?

By Larry Stoller

sellers will be out of the house for the same reasons as stated above). If the listing agent is holding an Open House for Realtors or for the public (or both) that agent will be present for the entire time as well. Sometimes two agents will hold one open house to be better able to greet, meet and answer all the questions from the many visitors.

MAYBE! Now and then a buyer’s agent may ask the listing agent or sellers to hang around, just in case their buyers have any questions. But usually the buyer’s agent does his or her homework and is able to answer most questions. On the other hand, if the house is one-of-a-kind or really unique, it might not be a bad idea to have the sellers and/or the listing agent present (maybe at the second showing).

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The answers to the above question is NO, YES and MAYBE. NO! Most of the showings will be by Buyer Agents. That’s because with 2,200+ agents out there, there’s a good chance that some of them will bring their buyers to see your home and that one or two will bring in the offer.

When buyer agents and prospective buyer clients are looking at homes, they almost never want the Seller(s) or the Listing Agent around. That’s because the buyers want the privacy to say what they like, love, dislike or hate about the home to each other. They want to express their inner-most feelings with each other as they go through the home, which is hard to do with the seller(s) there.

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Oct.17, 2023 SCIENCE from page 41A our eight middle schools and our six high schools,” said Felipe Andre Silva, BCSD coordinator of science. “In those events, we have about five to six judges per day.

That gets complicated because if there’s a judge that does like five days in a row, that person gets very tired. They cannot do more judging, so the more people that we have, the better.”

Silva also noted that the more judges who come from all over the county, the easier it is to spread them out so that Hilton Head judges don’t need to drive to Lady’s Island and vice versa.

“If you have a good variety of where people live and their experiences, that will be a great thing for Beaufort County,” said Silva.

Some of that spread is covered by the judges already. Clayton lives in Moss Creek while electrical engineer Warren Peluso, the group’s co-chair, lives in Sun City. The Massachusetts native has been a member of BRSF since 2010.

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“I love helping the students, from the elementary school on up. We see many of the same students each year as they progress through the sixth through 12th grade annual science fair programs. It is such a pleasure each year to see how the students, and the quality of their projects, have improved since the previous year.”

That progress has been proven as they move through the local to the Lowcountry Regional Fair in Charleston and then to the international competition in various cities.

“The international competitions are highly competitive,” Clayton said. “There are 70 countries involved, scholarships are at stake, and there is the opportunity to talk to scientists, military personnel and related field experts. Over the years we have had people who placed and got scholarships.

One young lady from Hilton Head five years ago won fourth in the world.”

County science fairs are open to all students from kindergarten to 12th grade, although the regional competitions are limited to fifth grade and above, and that is where the county needs the help of experts.

“We need judges to judge the projects before we send them to regional,” said Silva.

The competitions are January and February locally, regionals in March, and elementary school fairs in April and May. Volunteer judges need to have some expertise in order to provide constructive feedback to the students.

“We ask them to have some type of background in science, engineering, technology and math, because those are the projects that the kids will be having,” Silva said.

“We’d like a lot of diversity, and we want very experienced people.”

With the wealth of educational institutions in the area from the University of South Carolina-Beaufort, the Technical College of the Lowcountry as well as The Citadel, Silva said a greater variety of judges would be best for the students.

“The kids can see that ‘Oh my, we have judges from every single background, every single age level, everything!’ so that’ll be a good thing for the kids to see,” Silva added.

Science fairs are not new. They have a long, rich history beginning with farm life.

“The science fair started in our country in 1928 as the Children’s Fair, and kind of

Page 51A ballooned from that,” said Karen McKenzie, BCSD director of teaching and learning. “In South Carolina, we had for ages all these agricultural-based type projects. We kind of married those two things together. It expanded after World War II, really looking at different ways to develop young scientists.”

McKenzie said that one of the most important things the science fair does for students is take them through not only the scientific process, but also through the process of thinking deeply about something, coming up with a thesis about it, researching, digging into that, and proving that thesis or disproving it.

“Those are just lifelong skills for all of us to have as we move forward,” she said, “so I think it’s a great precursor to other learning for them, and a great way to get them truly college- and career-ready.”

Silva said it was important and beneficial to have greater community involvement with activities such as science fairs.

“We have some really wonderful judges, but we are always looking to increase community engagement To find out more about BRSF and to participate, call Clayton at 843-422-8511.

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‘Self-Help’ And Estate Planning Does Not Mix Well

By Mark Winn CONTRIBUTOR

Today, the internet gives us access to a world of information. There is the promise of do-it-yourself everything from medical issues to legal issues, and more, delivered to you at the click of a mouse. The public needs to beware.

Self-help and estate planning does not mix.

Just as WebMD.com is no replacement for a physician, websites that create legal papers after you fill out a questionnaire and pay a nominal fee is no replacement for a properly prepared estate plan from a lawyer who is serving you. Self-help and estate planning does not mix.

Recently, Bob and his wife Cindy came into the office with an internet driven Will. They thought it accom-

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They wanted to make sure administration was easy for their children with the least amount of cost Mark Winn and conflicts. Bob and Cindy’s owned a home in South Carolina and in Florida. I explained to them that assets governed by a will must go through probate (court supervised administration); and that real estate in Florida would also need to go through probate in Florida. This means another lawyer, more legal fees and more court costs. Also, Jack had a child named Sam (who had autism) and a wife named Stephanie who Bob and Cindy

did not trust. What should Bob and Cindy do?

Instead of using a will alone which would mean hefty legal fees and court process in two states, they should use trusts. Assets in a trust do NOT go through probate. The successor trustee becomes the owner/fiduciary and they have the responsibility to follow Bob and Cindy’s instructions. The Court does NOT need to be involved. They should leave Jack and Jill their equal share in a “trust” each child controls for their own benefit, so it will be protected from lawsuits, divorce, estate taxes, probate, and so it will stay in the family bloodline. Doing this will prevent Stephanie from inheriting Bob and Cindy’s property and when or if monies eventually go to Sam, they can be left in a trust that will supplement benefits he may get from the government. We

do not want Sam to lose his benefits, and we do not want Stephanie to get Jack’s inheritance. Luckily, Bob and Cindy were smart enough to realize their internet driven will may not serve them well. They were right. Fortunately, we structured their legal affairs so as to guarantee minimal court involvement, maximum privacy and protection, and to make sure Sam will not lose government benefits and Stephanie will not inherit their hard-earned money. The moral of this story is that good planning will protect you and your family, and self-help and estate planning does not mix.

Contributed by: Mark F. Winn, Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Estate Planning, a local asset protection, estate planning and elder law attorney serving the lowcountry for more than 20 years. www.mwinnesq. com

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By Dr. Jean Harris CONTRIBUTOR

As an educator, I know that people learn in different ways. Some of us are auditory, learn by listening; some of us are visual, we have to see the instruction; and finally, some of us are kinesthetic, we have to feel the motion. I try to teach my golf students the best way that they learn. I have come up with a number of inexpensive teaching aids that you can make at home, several of which you already have.

• Empty water bottle – put the water bottle outside of the ball to help you with swing path. Your objective is to swing toward the bottle but not hit it. You could also use a headcover for this drill.

• Pool noodles (use two) – place a broken shaft inside the hole of the noodles and place a noodle into the ground at each hip about shoulder width apart. Practice

taking swings without your hips hitting the noodles. This helps you learn how to rotate your hips correctly.

• Yardstick – place a ball at the center of the yardstick, 18”, and practice your putting stroke keeping the ball on the yardstick to the end. This will show you if you are returning the putter face square at impact.

• Towel under arm pits – Place a face towel, at least 30” long, under both arm pits.

Take swings keeping the towel under your arms. This drill helps to keep your arms more “connected” to your body during a golf swing.

• Plastic coat hanger – great for chipping practice. Put flat part of hanger on target side of your grip in line with the clubface with the hook of the hanger aimed up to the sky. This will help keep your target wrist flat.

• Compact Disc (CD) – on the

green. Place a ball in the center of the CD and address the putt. Make sue your eyes are inside the disc when you putt.

• Comb in glove - place a comb, approx. 6” long, on the outside of your glove hand. This will keep your target wrist flat for chip shots.

• Metronome – there is a free app on your phone to download a metronome. Set it at 76 beats per minute to start out. Use this tempo for chips and pitches. Tempo is vital in the short game shots.

• Rods, dowels (driveway reflectors) - they are a must on the ground for proper aim and alignment during your practice.

Place one at your feet and another a couple of inches outside the ball. Think of railroad tracts.

• Baby Powder – put down a vertical line of baby powder on the grass and hit golf balls off the line. Ideally you want your divots with an iron to be in front of the line.

It also will show you your path.

• Doorstop – place a doorstop on the outside of your back foot. This will help you shift your weight to the inside of the back foot. You do not want to “sway” or shift your weight to the outside of the back foot. On the forward swing, feel like you “push off” the doorstop at impact.

Remember that practice needs to help you feel and see the correct movements. Using teaching aids will help you have quality practice so you can take the correct movements to the golf course.

Dr. Jean Harris is an LPGA Master Professional and teaches at local golf courses.

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HUNT from page 47A ily, I was able to untie the rope and all was well. Lesson learned.

I don’t know the last time you were out on the water but because I am out there so much I notice subtle changes from week to week. During my last trip it was like someone had opened the gate to a corral full of wild horses and set them free. Every place I stopped was boiling with herds of mullet streaming along the banks and millions of shrimp flickering across the surface of the water.

In addition to all that bait, all I had to do was focus on one single spot and in less than a minute some predator would blast up through the bait schools.

If there was ever a time of the year for fisherman to practice the art of seeing, something I stress to every newbie to our area that I take fishing, now is that time. It’s like seeing a new word for the very first time and then, almost magically, you start seeing that word everywhere. Now is the prime time to hone

your senses because chances are you’ll finally get to see your first tailing redfish or maybe tightly packed schools of 40lb. jack crevelle with dorsal fins erect lazing up the May River on the incoming tide.

The water temperature still has to start falling a bit before the river goes ape but with every passing day the fishing, shrimping and crabbing is just going to get better and better, and this trend will probably continue on through mid-November. A friend of mine and

I did give the shrimping a try last week and though we didn’t slay them by any means, the ones we did catch were mixed in the medium to large category.

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