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Family-Style Thanksgiving Brings Community Together In Gratitude And For Great Causes By Gwyneth J. Saunders CONTRIBUTOR

Beginning about mid-October every year, the same question begins popping up in conversations and on social media: Who is open Thanksgiving Day? The query stems from the scheduled arrival of family guests, the desire not to cook a traditional meal for just two people or the wish not to be alone on the holiday. While several area businesses will prepare a ready-to-cook or reheat meal, and numerous restaurants will be open, two very special groups will host free feasts with the aim of gathering people together as a community. Family-oriented feasts in Bluffton and Hilton Head are both free and will include traditional dishes, with some variations: turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, cranberry, collard greens and other sides, and delicious pies. Fellowship and community are the reasons behind the 25-year tradition of annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner at Hudson’s Seafood Restaurant on the Docks. According to co-founder Gloria LaCoe, the partnership with the popular restaurant

and the 24-year partnership with St. Andrew by-the-Sea United Methodist Church had a similar reason for beginning.

In 1998, an article in a local newspaper the day after Thanksgiving said lonely locals had no place to go for the holiday meal.

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Volunteers serve the meals prepared by Hudson’s Seafood Restaurant on the Docks staff during the annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner.

“My husband, Allan, and I saw that, and so did Brian Carmines, owner of Hudson’s. Betsy Doughtie, who wrote the article and was executive director at Deep Well at the time, called us all together in a meeting and said, ‘What can we do?’” said LaCoe. “Back then there were no restaurants open. If families are going to get together, they are going to get together for Christmas holidays versus the one day of Thanksgiving.” Carmines offered his restaurant, which was closed on Thanksgiving, and all the committee needed to do was try to get financial support. They began planning just after Christmas and by the next Thanksgiving, they had everything ready, including 300 volunteers with a host and hostess designated for each table in the stead of grandparents. “We were just hoping on Thanksgiving morning when we opened the restaurant, there would be a line of people outside ready to come in. We didn’t take reservations. We said, just come,” she said. “Then we opened the doors, and there were about 400 people in line. We were very happy.” The committee members saw that the meal

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Take Time To Reinvigorate In Fall By Shannon Copcutt EDITOR

Fall is a time wonderful time of year when the cool air breezes bring with them the sense of change. It symbolizes the transition from the vibrance of summer to the contemplative period before winter. Yellow and red leaves fall and sweet summer blooms die off reminding us that all good things (summer included) must come to an end. But with the end of some things, comes the beginning of others. Much like the trees, it is a time to shed and release the old to make way for the new. This encourages reflection in our own lives, urging us to make space for personal growth and realigning with what is important in our lives. It’s a time to replenish and restock. For me, Fall is an ideal time to take a pause and reevaluate what it is important, and to reinvigorate your passion for what you love about life. Getting back into the “schedule” and having a bit more time from the bustle

of summer activities. It is also a great time to clean house, organize, or work on that special project now that it is not too sweltering-- and get it done before the holidays season starts buzzing. After taking that hay ride at the pumpkin patch, and trick or treating with the kids with a pumpkin spice latte in hand, I like to turn my attention inside to nest a bit. Rejuvenating my home with small touches like a new throw pillow and blanket, changing out duvets, and bringing in new candles triggers the “seasons have changed” mindset and prepares me mentally for what is coming…. the holidays. These small changes and sentiments are mirrored throughout our beautiful town, as it too experiences an update or two. As fall leaves sprinkle the streets, people meander along, lingering in the cooler temperatures and shopping for their new nesting accessories. As you peruse, you may notice some new shop openings, as there have been

several stores that have celebrated their debut or relocation in Bluffton in the last several months. Old Town in particular is has welcomed a few new businesses to the fold, including Bespoke Abode and Bluffton Candles, which provide even more options for our enjoyment. The town is also using the time to make some improvements of its own, including adding a splash pad in Oscar Frazier Park by summer 2024, and the construction of a large playground and public venue in the New Riverside Barn Park. So as one season rolls into the next, and we reset our clocks for winter, lets remember to take some time to reset ourselves. Look out your window and marvel at the wonder of radiant colors, take pleasure in the season’s apple or pumpkin pies at your fall table, and update your home for all the upcoming joy the holidays will bring. It’s a season of gratitude for the bounties of the Earth, which reminds us to appreciate the abundance in our lives and our community.

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CONTRIBUTORS Abby Bird Jeff Bradley Amy Coyne Bredeson Collins Doughtie Mathew Epps E. Ronald Finger Jada L. Gaines Luke Gawronski Jordan Haire

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Town’s Lower Millage Rates May Save Property Owners From Higher Taxes By Alan Perry

higher taxes may impact individuals differently. To mitigate the burden of higher taxes CONTRIBUTOR on Hilton Head Island property owners, the Town Council took a proactive Beaufort County recently comstep in August. We reduced the pleted a comprehensive property millage rate for homeowners reassessment across the entire from 23.1 mills to 21.4 mills, county. If you’re a property owner, keeping a promise made when we you have likely received your 2023 passed the Fiscal Year 2024 budassessment notices by now and get in June to ease the tax burden have a clear picture of the value of on Island residents. To provide a your real property. clear perspective, a mill represents These notices signify potential $4 in taxes for every $100,000 of a adjustments in the fair marAlan Perry home’s appraised value. For comket value of your real estate, as mercial or non-owner-occupied determined through this assessproperties (like second homes), the rate is $6 ment. The fair market value of a property per $100,000 of appraised value. is subject to continuous change influenced South Carolina mandates that Beaufort by factors such as location, market demand, County evaluates property values annually. neighborhood age and condition, and the Given the rise in property values, maintainoverall economic state. A reassessment is ing the same millage rate would have meant essentially a resetting of the property’s base higher property tax bills. However, instead value to match the current market value as of capitalizing on the increased property valof a specific state-mandated date. ues for additional revenue, the decision was This reassessment might result in inmade to pass on the savings to the residents. creased property values, potentially leading This reduction in the millage rate ensures to higher property taxes. We recognize that

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that Hilton Head Island homeowners don’t bear any extra tax burden, and the Town doesn’t suffer a loss in revenue. Importantly, this action won’t lead to a reduction in the essential services the Town provides. It’s hoped that the property reassessment notices have provided property owners with the necessary insights into their property’s fair market value. For those seeking further clarification or with additional questions, Beaufort County Assessor Ebony Sanders is hosting community meetings at county library branches. These events offer an opportunity to engage with her staff and discuss concerns related to reassessment notices. On Hilton Head Island, two meetings have already taken place and two more are scheduled: Nov. 16 and Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the public library. Please take the time to visit with the assessor and her staff. For more information, individuals can reach out to the Beaufort County Assessor’s Office at 843-255-2400 or visit beaufortcountysc.gov/assessor. Alan Perry is Mayor of Town of Hilton Head Island.

Veterans Day Celebrations Abound

If you are looking to join in the Veteran’s Day festivities to honor those who have served there are celebrations being held all around. Hilton Head Island’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony will be held at Shelter Cove Veterans Memorial Park at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 11 and will feature speakers, local students and patriotic music performed by local musicians. The ceremony is free and all are welcome. In addition, the Veterans Day Parade in Bluffton will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. The parade route will be Alljoy Rd. to Calhoun St. through Promenade St. ending at Dr. Mellichamp Dr. The

Grand Marshall will be Fred Hamilton. Beaufort County Veterans Affairs is also having a Veterans Day Parade Nov. 11 with USMC veteran Joan Petrucci as the 2023 Grand Marshal. The parade will kick off in front of Beaufort National Cemetery at 10 a.m.

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State Increases Penalties To Stymie Illegal Fentanyl Distribution By Jeff Bradley CONTRIBUTOR

Earlier this year, I reported in this column that our state legislature took a significant step toward saving lives by toughening South Carolina laws over the illegal distribution of fentanyl– a drug that many have called “a weapon of terrorism.” In our state, fentanyl overdoses caused more than 1,500 deaths last year– more deaths than by vehicle accidents and guns. I believe it was probably one of the most impactful laws we passed in the session– a huge win for public safety that deserves more public awareness and understanding than it has received. The new legislation enables judges to sentence first-time fentanyl dealers up to 25 years in prison. A second conviction carries a mandatory 24-year sentence. The trafficking of illegal opioids has seen a

Most fentanyl is manufactured sharp rise and continues to wreak in China or India and smughavoc in the Carolinas. Within gled into the U.S. by Mexican the past month alone, law endrug cartels. Just a small touch forcement seized enough fentanyl of fentanyl that has been laced in a cluster of storage units near into a meth pill can kill someone Asheville, NC to kill more than who has been a stimulant user. one million people if misused. Often victims don’t even realize And, in Clover, SC more than 60 they have ingested it. Even two pounds of fentanyl was confisJeff Bradley milligrams of fentanyl, equivacated along with the necessary lent to a grain of sand, obtained equipment to press the synthetic without a prescription can cause powder into pills. an overdose and death. An alarming rise in fentanyl deaths Low-income seniors dealing with chronic among youth has been occurring as dealers pain are another susceptible target for have started combining the substance with dealers. According to the DEA, criminal marijuana as well as cocaine and methnetworks are also mass-producing fake pills enamines (pills or powder which typically are known as “uppers” or “speed”). The pills and falsely marketing them as legitimate prescription pills. The counterfeits are made are often ingested by teens or young adults to look like prescription opioids like oxycoeither recreationally or to allegedly improve done (Oxycontin, Percocet), hydrocodone focus. Students will claim the “uppers” help them concentrate better when studying late. (Vicodin), and alprazolam (Xanax). They

are typically sold online or via social media at cut-rate prices. No matter how you might feel about moral questions surrounding drug abuse, there is no doubt we now have a serious public health problem with these drugs. Public awareness is a key step toward finding solutions, and I am very pleased to see our state government along with local law enforcement, our justice system, and public health facilities step up to the problem. In Beaufort County, a First Responders Opioid Response Project has been organized to focus on the issue of drug abuse at all levels. They and the Hilton Head Island Fire and Rescue team can set up a learning or training session for local organizations on how to identify problems and safety issues. For emergencies, dialing 911 is always the best place to start. Jeff Bradley is the representative for District 123 in the State House of Representatives.

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There Are Several Treatments For Hair Loss Replacement By Dr. Ronald Finger CONTRIBUTOR

What causes hair loss? In men and women, the most common cause is generally genetic. Other causes are hormonal, such as thyroid imbalances, or excess testosterone causing an increase in DHT (dihydrotestosterone). Many men taking anabolic steroids have increases in DHT causing permanent hair loss. In men genetic hair loss is called Male Pattern Baldness (MPB) and in women Female Pattern Baldness (FPB). Non-surgical treatments are minoxidil 5% (Rogaine) foam or solution, and in men Finasteride, a prescription medication, prevents conversion of testosterone to DHT. Often both are used together to reduce hair loss. Another excellent product that we prefer is Spectral-DNC spray, which reduces DHT topically. PRP (platelet-rich plasma) scalp injections can also be successful. Blood is drawn from the patient and processed to isolate the platelets, which contain multiple growth factors, to be injected into the scalp. Generally, a series of three-monthly injections are scheduled, and then annually. We have found that Exosomes, containing many more growth factors, may be substantially better. Often PRP or Exosome injections are used with hair transplants to prevent further hair loss of the non-grafted hair. For women, hormones should be checked. If normal, they can try minoxidil and/or Spectral spray as well. For men and women, hair transplants are a more permanent choice. FPB

is generally central baldness on the scalp, and the hairline is not receding as in men. So what are hair transplants? Hair grafts are removed from the back of the scalp, where they are not destined to fall out, and micro-grafted to the front, top, or where it is needed. In their new location, they will grow normally like original hair. Current hair transplant techniques? FUE (follicular unit extraction) involves removing micro-grafts containing from 1 to 4 hair follicles (thus hairs) with a “punch.” FUE grafts require no sutures and leave no visible scars in the back of the scalp. FUT (follicular unit transplant) removes the grafts by removing a strip of scalp, closing the defect with sutures, and dissecting the strip into the same 1mm grafts as with the FUE. FUT is faster and only a strip of scalp needs to be shaved, but it does leave a scar hidden by hair. What is NeoGraft? An automated FUE technique. The most important factors? The skill and experience of those performing the grafts. The hairline must be designed naturally, the grafts must be placed in the proper direction, and the grafts must be single hair follicle grafts for a totally natural hairline. Behind the hairline, grafts with 2 to 4 follicles are used for more density. Expectations? Grafted hair starts growing at three months. Full density is is reached at 1 1/2 years. For more information visit: www.hairrestorationsavannah.com E. Ronald Finger, MD, FACS www.fingerandassociates.com

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THANKSGIVING from page 1A was the right thing to do, said LaCoe, but one thing continues to be what she calls a problem. “People think the meal is only for people in financial need, and it’s not true. This is for people who are lonely and need a place to go, and want to be around people for the Thanksgiving dinner,” she said. “We don’t take reservations and we don’t serve in shifts. Just come, wait in line, and you will be served.” Until last year, the feast was supported totally by St. Andrew. This year additional sponsors are Providence Presbyterian Church Hilton Head, Hinton Head Community Church, and First Presbyterian Church Hilton Head Island. “One of our goals was truly to make it ecumenical so it wasn’t the burden of one church,” said LaCoe. “We probably serve about 1,400 people, and that’s probably the maximum we can handle.” Hudson’s prepares all the food in their own kitchens for the Hilton Head feast, and the meal is served and hosted by 300 volunteers, a position so cherished that the list is already filled. “Because it is a free dinner, we do ask for donations, and what we collect gets divided between Deep Well, Bluffton Self Help, and Second Helpings,” said LaCoe. “We have music, and a Santa Claus for the kids. Those

interested in donating can go to communitythanksgiving.com.” The meal is served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Hudson’s is at 1 Hudson Road, off Squire Pope Road, Hilton Head. “We are praying for good weather, and please come and join us.” In Bluffton, the Frazier Family Community Thanksgiving Dinner is in its fifth year, and is held at the Rotary Community Center at Oscar Frazier Park. While it started as a family gathering, the feast is actually a continuation of the Frazier family’s legacy of stewardship. “Monique and I felt it was important to teach our son about being a community steward,” said Kenneth Frazier Jr. “This was in about 2014 when we started with cooking a meal for about 150 people who lived under the Talmadge Bridge in the tent city.” That was their first experience serving a Thanksgiving meal. They then began doing a Good Friday meal at the homeless shelter outside of the Savannah Salvation Army. In addition to food, with the help of fellow church members, they distributed Blessing Bags containing things like toothpaste, toothbrushes, snacks, Chapstick, and socks. Clothes, jackets and gloves were added for the winter.

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Nov. 8, 2023 or from the gardens of the farmers in the area,” he said. “They all made sure everyone had something to eat. This is our way of teaching the next generation of Fraziers how to be community stewards.” The Fraziers also collect donations toward gift cards for foster children for Christmas. “In year one, we were able to donate $1,250 in $25 gift cards between Beaufort and Jasper counties. The second year we doubled that and gave $50 gift cards,” said Frazier. “Every year thereafter we have donated $5,000 in the form of gift cards to about 50 children in foster care. We understand foster parents. They’re strapped and they’re doing it out of the goodness of their hearts and we felt this was a way to bless others.” With the gift card, the child may be able to open gifts Christmas morning or receive the card as the gift and then go purchase something themselves. The Frazier event is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 23. The Rotary Community Center is at 77 Shultz Road. They serve almost 500 people, and the meals are free. “My vision is a day of thanksgiving and a day of fellowship for all of Bluffton. If you have family here, you can still come and fellowship,” he added. “If you have needs, you can still come out, and have a hot meal and fellowship, meet new people and grow the community.”

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Holiday Food Drives In Full Swing, Donations Needed Now More Than Ever By Amy Coyne Bredeson

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With the increased cost of food and housing, many local families are struggling to make ends meet. The additional cost of the holidays puts even more strain on the budget, forcing some parents to choose between a nice Thanksgiving meal and their child’s medications, for example. Thankfully, Bluffton and Hilton Head Island are filled with generous people and organizations who work hard to make sure no one goes hungry, no matter what time of year it is. Local charities agree - the need has gone up drastically. For the past six months, the Deep Well Project on Hilton Head Island has supplied food to between 500 and 700 people each month, almost double what they served at the same time last year, director Sandy Gillis said. Sandalwood Community Food Pantry founder and director the Rev. Dr. Nannette Pierson said her organization has

ing prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Deep Well Project, Sandalwood Community Food Pantry and Bluffton Self

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hoods host food drives. Since the holidays are quickly approaching, ’tis the season for giving. ’Tis also the season for food drives. We’ve compiled a list of some of the holiday and ongoing food drives happening in Bluffton and Hilton Head. Check out the list below to see where you can drop off donations. “As we near the holidays, we give thanks for the many friends and supporters of the (Sandalwood) pantry, who arrive with arms overflowing with donations of food, basic needs and most of all financial support,” Pierson said. “They are our greatest blessings because they understand that our pantry families know all too well that hunger hurts every day and is especially felt by our children when their tummies are empty.” Holiday food drives Sun City is hosting its Stock the Van Thanksgiving Food Drive 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

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Hilton Head Regional Physician Network Deepens Talent Pool In Lowcountry By Shannon Copcutt EDITOR

Hilton Head Regional Physician Network has added new talent to its team of doctors and nurses in the Lowcountry, deepening its commitment and exptertise in the area in several fields of medicine including heart care, surgical care, primary care and women’s care. “We are excited about the new additions to our team and are committed to making sure we meet the community’s needs in the type and level of doctors that are required,” said Joel C. Taylor, Market CEO of Hilton Head Regional Healthcare. “Talent can be hard to come by, but we have been fortunate at this time to connect with talent moving to the area, finishing residency, or switching jobs that suit the area’s

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Nov. 8, 2023 Nov. 14-17. The Community Fair Project is collecting food for the USCB food pantry through Nov. 15. Drop off nonperishable food in jars, cans and sealed packets to the campus center office. Details: Chelsea, cjmusser@email.uscb.edu or Tania, taniacr@email.uscb.edu May River High School Student Government and National Honor Society are hosting a food drive through Nov. 17. The Rolling Cow Creamery will collect food for Bluffton Self Help and Knights of Columbus through Christmas. Donations can be dropped off 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Saturday (closed on Wednesdays), 1260 Fording Island Rd, Suite 440, Bluffton The Second Annual Beaufort County First Responder Food Drive is being held through Nov. 30 to benefit Bluffton Self Help and Help of Beaufort. Nonperishable food items can be dropped off in donation boxes at various locations throughout Beaufort County, including the following south of the Broad River: • Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office | 2001 Duke Street, Beaufort & 70 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island • Beaufort County EMS | 25 William Pope Road, Sun City • Town of Bluffton | 20 Pritchard Street, Bluffton • Bluffton Police Department | 101 Progressive Street, Bluffton • Bluffton Township Fire District | 357 Fording Island Road, Bluffton & 31 Red Barn Drive, Bluffton The Church of the Cross Food Bank is always in need of soup and cereal. Donations can be dropped off 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Mondays and 9-11 a.m. Saturdays at 15 Centre Drive, Bluffton. Details: 843-7572661 The Deep Well Project is collecting nonperishable items for Thanksgiving, everyday essentials and personal care items. For the full wish list, visit www.deepwellproject.org/food. Hilton Head Island High School NJROTC is hosting a Thanksgiving canned food drive. Pritchardville Elementary School is collecting pasta, sauce, peanut butter and jelly.

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Re-Imagining HHIHS: The Plan to Rebuild By: Maggie Simms At Hilton Head Island High School, there has been a discussion on whether to renovate the building. For at least three years, this plan of action has been under development. The school district plans a $439 million bond to set the renovations into motion for different schools all around the district. Schools will undergo significant changes as a result of this referendum. It will result in improvements to safety and security, building maintenance and structural issues, facility enhancements, and the expansion of classroom space and resources. The vote is November 7, 2023. On September 18th, Beaufort County School District Superintendent, Dr. Frank Rodriguez held a townhall discussing the referendum. In this meeting he explained how the school’s renovation will affect the community. Many citizens were concerned that the referendum would raise their millage, a tax that goes to district and county funds. Mr. Schidrich explained, “The district hired a finance associate to know how much money we could put into the referendum without raising the millage. Basically this money that is being borrowed is not going to raise people's taxes.”

The current concept drawing of the new HHIHS academic wing if the referendum passes

As Mr. Schidrich explained, the millage will not be raised if the referendum passes. The renovation budget for HHIHS is roughly $169 million. The first phase of the renovation of HHIHS would be a new three-story classroom wing and a renovated art wing. The three story building will have multiple new classrooms, collaborative workstations, and a new media center. The library will have two stories, spanning between the first and second floors, with a professional news studio for the journalism program. The first floor will have the administrative offices and special education classrooms.

The current concept drawing for the new HHIHS lobby if the referendum passes

The second and third floor will have career technical education and science laboratories. In phase two, there will be another new wing of the building, which will be where the current building stands. There will be added space for high bay career technical education and dining. The gym and health classroom will also be renovated as well as NJROTC. The front entrance will have new and safer security. The SCC will get technical upgrades such as lights and an updated sound system, but it will not be torn down.

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Seahawks’ Schidrich Crowned Secondary Principal of the Year for BCSD By: Jada Green

HHIHS principal, Mr. Schidrich, was named the Beaufort County Secondary Principal of the Year. According to Beaufort County School District “the selection process for principal and Assistant Principal of the Year was both peer-nominated and application based. The winners were ultimately selected for their outstanding dedication, hard work, and positive impact on their respective schools.”

Mr. Schidrich was very honored to be nominated for this award. He stated, “I was surprised, I didn’t think I was going to win, but I was really happy for our staff; because I’m the principal I could have some ideas, but it’s really the people here that put it into play.” To win this reward according to the district, principals have to be “peer-nominated” and according to Mr. Schidrich, he was nominated before to win this award but, “ I was nominated in years past but I didn’t accept the nomination because I didn’t feel like I deserved it, I didn’t feel like I had done enough yet.” He felt this way because he was fairly new at the job. Being that he has been in this position for five years now and has more experience with being a principal he felt he has done a great job as a principal and has accepted this nomination. He states, “I don’t like talking about myself too much, I don’t brag, and I don’t think I’m the greatest principal in the world, but you know it feels good to know a lot of people in the community are proud of you.”

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Dr. Rodriguez presenting Mr. Schidrich with the POY award on August 10, 2023 When it comes down to being a ‘good principal’ people have their own definition, including Mr. Schidrich. He says “It's like managing a small city, you have to be very organized, and you have to be a people person. You have to be able to build relationships with people, because you're talking about students, teachers , then parents, staff, district leaders, and the community as well. By being a principal, you are in the customer service business. Everyone needs to be taken care of.” HHIHS is so proud of all Mr. Schidrich has accomplished and all of the things he will accomplish in the future.

We all know being a principal is not the easiest job in the world but it can be a very rewarding job to have. Mr. Schidrich says, “I’ve always wanted to be in the school setting but people in my life at first talked me out of it. However, being in the business setting, I knew the school setting was my calling so I pursued that. While being a teacher first and then an assistant principal I was constantly told I would be a good principal. So I pursued it because of all of the encouragement over the years; it just seemed like a natural path.”

Introducing Interventions through Hawk Time By: Ashton Johnson

Two years ago, Mr. Schidrich, principal of HHIHS, introduced a brand new intervention period to replace the inefficiency of ILT. It was called SLT, and for this year, the school is moving to a new intervention called “Hawk Time.” One of the main reason that Mr. Schidrich got rid of SLT was because “it was not beneficial to students' grades and scores. We wanted to provide these interventions during the day, but we wanted to do it during a time where students are already sitting down in a classroom to try.” SLT, and Hawk Time share the same goal, and that is to improve academic performance amongst all students here at HHIHS. Mr. Schidrich noted that “now that students are spending less time in the hallway and more time in the classroom with their teacher they will be more focused on work, and more focused on completing their assignments, making up tests, and things like that. It is also a good opportunity for teachers to reteach, or help students with something that was previously taught. However, what Hawk Time is not to be used for, is for teachers to teach new content. So in the end, students being in the classroom where they're supposed to be will improve academic performance.” One thing that is important to think about is that both SLT, and ILT previously failed. “When we created the idea for ILT, we all thought it would work as intended. It was the same with SLT. So if Hawk Time does not work, we will just have to get rid of the intervention period altogether. “It is very important that students use Hawk time appropriately so HHIHS can keep a study period.

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NJROTC Place 2nd at Academic Team Nationals By: Samanta Garcia Valle

Cadets Ben Gutierrez, Susana Mogil, Fred Mouzon, and Grey Rezzetano were all part of HHIHS NJROTC Academic team. Ben said, “So a lot of our preparation was individual but there were also a lot of group aspects, so individually we each had our separate topics that we focused on and that we were supposed to specialize in.” They would quiz each other on those topics, and by Nationals, they had to be a specialist in that area. They also looked at past questions to help them with upcoming ones.

The final school they faced was “Troy High School. They’re a school in California and they ended up actually winning,” Mogil stated.

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Hilton Head High School has an NJROTC program. Within ROTC they have many teams like Drill team, Sportsmanship, and Academic team. The Academic team went to Nationals this summer in Washington D.C and took 2nd place overall.

The 2022-2023 HHIHS NJROTC Academic Team at Nationals in Washington D.C.

In order for them to go again this year they would have to qualify, Mogil said, “it is a goal for the team to make it to that level, but the people who went this year are no longer allowed to go because we are seniors.” They would have to create a whole new team to go if the HHIHS JROTC program would want to go again this year. This was a big accomplishment for the NJROTC program. Maybe this year they will return to Nationals.

BCSD First District Outside Florida to Have Incubate By: Jake Heitman

Hilton Head Island High School is no stranger to higher learning but very few activities compare to Incubate Debate here at HHIHS. Incubate Debate is not just a normal debate team but makes HHIHS unique in a magnitude of ways. Ms. Spisz, sponsor of the team explains what Incubate Debate is.

She said, “Incubate is a new program here in the Beaufort County School District, but the program was initially based in Florida, and we are the first district outside of Florida to have it. The basics are that students will be given four topics to debate, which are usually tied to national or international topics. We will have three district debates where there will be four brand new topics for each one.” When asked about the team's practice schedule, she said,” We meet once a week on Thursdays after school”. There was an interest meeting on Thursday September 7th after school. “At the start of each tournament preparation there's going to be a lot of research because students need to bring in facts about what they're debating on for competitions. We will also practice rhetoric and argumentation exercises to prepare them to defend their ideas. A few weeks out of the competition, we will start to do some practice debates to get them ready for the competition ahead.” This is how Ms. Spisz will run debate team practices.

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Members of HHIHS Incubate Henry, Brian, Garrett, and Mallika

In terms of how often the competitions are, she replied “ We have a competition about once every other month through January for the district debates here in Beaufort County. Based on your ranking, you could potentially have the opportunity to attend Nationals in Jacksonville, Florida on April 5th and 6th.” Pursuing higher learning and extracurricular activities is a great way for a student to expand their knowledge and academic output, but the debate team has some unique returns. When asked what potential returns a student could get for participating in the debate team, Ms. Spisz replied. “Ultimately, if a student makes it to Nationals, they have the opportunity to win a college scholarship. Throughout the year, if you're a member of the team, there will be smaller competitions mainly involving essays where you can also win college scholarships. A student will also be more well rounded if they participate and gain a better understanding of global events if they are a part of the team. Students will also become better public speakers, researchers, and defender of ideas.” Incubate Debate has a magnitude of benefits for students. More students should consider taking part in the team and participating in Incubate Debate.

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Lillian presenting her townhall speech at BCSD Tournament 1.

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Seahawks Raise Money for IB Sister School In Maui, Hawaii By: Ellie Mastrorocco “Apocalypse” is the word Mrs. Weitekamper used to describe Maui at the time of the Lahaina fires. Maui Prep, a small private school, is currently the only school standing on the island. Through Maui Relief, they have taken on over 300 kids who have lost their own schools. Hurricane Dora was 630 miles south of the island, bringing in strong winds of 25 to 30 miles per hour. Mrs. Weitekamper explained that, to the best of her understanding, winds blew at 4:30 in the morning and knocked a power transistor starting a fire that the huge winds picked up and spread over the 43 mile island. Mrs. Weitekamper was on Maui with her family for her 25th wedding anniversary. They had nine amazing days on the island, and nine other days that she described as “Indiana Jones-like.” They were without power and food for two days as the fires were only a mile and a half from their hotelwhich opened as a shelter for those in need. Her family saw power lines fall on their way back from a day of surfing, and they immediately canceled their plans for the rest of the night.

After returning home, Mrs. Weitekamper kept watch on Maui and Maui Prep, and the idea of a fundraiser was brought forth. “The idea was to be all-inclusive as a school.” She explained that the fundraiser was “twopurposed.” It was an understanding from one island to another that we wanted to spread awareness for the needs of Maui rather than just having a fun day to dress up. As a school, students and staff paid a donation to wear island outfits on Friday August 25, 2023. HHIHS raised over 1,000 dollars and found two community donors to match the funds. The Seahawks also sent handmade cards and Tibetan inspired hope flags with hearts and the state flower, the Yellow Hibiscus. HHIHS is keeping in touch with Maui Preparatory Academy to see what else the Seahawks can do to assist them.

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The Buzz Is: Bluffton Real Estate Scene Still Dynamic By Dan Prud’homme CONTRIBUTOR

If you’ve been chatting with neighbors or tuning into local buzz, you might’ve heard mixed messages about the real estate scene here in Bluffton. As someone who’s always been keen on understanding our hometown’s property landscape, I thought I’d share some numbers and insights to help you make sense of it all. First, let’s talk about new listings (or the lack thereof). At this time last year, the town saw a total of 2,196 new homes appear on the market. So far this year? We’ve only had 1,892 new properties hit the market. That’s roughly 13.8% less than last year, and inventory last year was historically low. Delving deeper into the psyche of sellers, a trend emerges. Numerous homeowners, having taken advantage of low interest rates during the pandemic, either refinanced or bought

new homes. Now, with higher interest rates the reality is many are choosing the comfort of their current homes over the allure of something new. This creates a curious

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situation: a growing number of people want to move, but the thought of parting with that cozy 3% interest rate gives them pause. How has this affected the number of sales? By this time in 2022, 1,818 homes found new owners. Fast forward to this year, and we’re looking at 1,544 closed sales. Bluffton’s charm hasn’t waned, though; it remains a highly sought-after locale. The drop in sales likely reflects the limited options available, thanks to the previously mentioned low inventory. The selling prices of homes on the market have continued their rise to new record levels. Last year’s median value stood firm at $469,000. Now, it’s leaped to $539,450 – a surge of another 15%. Interestingly, while homes were selling significantly above their asking (listing) price in 2022, they’re now selling just below in 2023. And a seller’s patience is required now more than ever; homes are spending an average of 118 days

on the market, up from 90 days last year. Here’s a crucial point to ponder -even with efforts to curtail inflation, the cost of owning a home has risen. Folks who considered buying in 2022 but chose to wait might be feeling the pinch. On average, they will need to spend 15% more for the same home and deal with at least 2% higher interest rates than last September. And those whispers about foreclosures flooding the market? In Beaufort County, they’ve been just that – whispers. Only one foreclosure sale took place in Bluffton this October, with just two more scheduled for the November sale. To wrap things up, Bluffton’s housing scene is as dynamic as ever. Whether you’re just curious or actively looking, it’s always a good idea to be informed. Dan Prud’homme of The Prud’homme Team at William Raveis Real Estate can be reached at dan@danprudhomme.com theprudhommeteam.com

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Beware Of The Flaws Of Beneficiary Designations By Jada Gaines CONTRIBUTOR

There are certain types of assets that can be titled with a named beneficiary. A beneficiary is a person (or persons) who will inherit the asset upon the death of the asset’s owner. Most banks or financial institutions that allow assets to have beneficiary designations use the term Payable on Death (“POD”) or Transfer on Death (“TOD). Regardless of the term the institution uses, the designations work the same. Your beneficiary designation does not grant someone ownership of your account during your lifetime. In fact, you remain the owner and retain full control during your lifetime all while also reserving the right of changing your beneficiary designations any time you choose. Upon your death, your named beneficiary will need to provide a death certificate and fill out any and all

applicable paperwork that your bank or financial institution requires to claim the account. The most common reason individuals place a death beneficiary on an account is to avoid that particular asset being subject to probate. Yes, it is true that an asset with a death beneficiary will not be considered an estate asset subject to probate upon your (the owner’s death), but there are many complications that can arise with naming death beneficiaries. Some of these issues include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Minors A individual under the age of 18 is not legally allowed to hold and/or control their own assets. If your named beneficiary is a minor who inherits the assets while still being underage, then the assets are subject to many legal requirements (which will involve court proceedings) and the assets have to be held for the benefit of that minor until he or

she attains legal age. 2. Disabled beneficiaries or beneficiaries with special needs It is not a good idea to leave assets directly to a beneficiary who is a disabled individual. Why? Well, for example, if that disabled individual receives an inheritance directly, then he or she may be disqualified from continuing to receive any public benefits that they may be getting (i.e. Medicaid). With beneficiary designations on certain assets you are limited to what you can and can’t include besides just a name. 3. Predeceased beneficiary What if your named beneficiary has predeceased you? For example, let’s say that your one child who was the only named beneficiary on your account passed away before you and you inadvertently never added another beneficiary to the account – well the gift of the account you made to your deceased child has now lapsed and

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It’s finally fall and we are enjoying a break from the summer’s heat and humidity, but cooler weather and drops in humidity can leave you feeling cracked and pale. Dry skin during the fall and winter months is something many people deal with. It may be unsightly and can itch or be painful. Very dry skin can even crack and be prone to infection. It’s best to take steps to prevent your skin from drying out - when it starts to itch or feel dry, you should begin treatment so it won’t get any worse. There are ways to look radiant in this new season - even without a tan. Q: Do I still need to wear sun screen now that I’m not in the direct sun as often? A: Sunscreen isn’t just for summertime! It protects the skin from the long Ultraviolet A rays and helps prevent redness. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen to your face and

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OB/GYN providers, Dr. Jo Ann Csakany and Dr. Shelby Griffith, to the team of OB/ GYN specialists at Riverside Women’s Care. Their arrivals emphasize Hilton Head Regional Healthcare’s efforts to further provide the surrounding communities of Beaufort and Jasper counties with enhanced access to care. Dr. Csakany is returning to Riverside Women’s Care as a hospital-based OB/ GYN physician. She has been practicing in the Lowcountry since 2001. Dr. Csakany’s arrival will further expand 24/7 direct OB/

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SPORTS

Eat And Drink Your Way To A Better Golf Game By Jean Harris CONTRIBUTOR

It is extremely important to watch what you eat and drink before and during a round of golf. Nutrition and hydration start prior to your round. You need to maintain a normal blood sugar and stay well hydrated. Eat several hours before you play. If you are playing in the morning, your breakfast should include whole wheat bread, eggs, oatmeal, fruits and yogurt. Stay away from sweet cereal, grits and white bread. Hydration must occur throughout the day. You need ½ of your body weight in ounces per day. A 150 pound person needs 75 oz. of water per day and 25% of that needs to be consumed in the morning before you play. It is important that the water needs to be pure water and not drinks such as lemonade, teas, juices and sport drinks. Many sport drinks can actually dehydrate the body be-

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keep your energy levels constant: • Peanut butter on whole wheat bread • Whole wheat wrap with lean meat • Cut up fruit - berries, grapes, apples, raisins and bananas • Nuts, trail mix, sunflower seeds • Raw vegetables – carrots Try to keep a steady level of energy throughout your round. Eat smaller more frequent nutritional snack during play. Eat every 4 to 5 holes and you will have plenty of energy and focus to finish the round. Do you shoot higher scores on the back nine of your round especially holes 14 on? If so, it may be due to poor nutrition prior to and during play. You may be experiencing a letdown due to a carbohydrate/sugar drop in energy. When you experience physical and/ or mental fatigue you tend to swing the club harder and faster to make up for your lack of energy. This lack of timing in your swing

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PETS

Agility Season Is Here So Get Yourself And Your Pet Ready By Abby Bird CONTRIBUTOR

Each year I await this season to begin agility classes for pups and dogs. It is too hot to do it other than fall, winter and spring. Is it that much fun? A resounding, YES! Not all dogs and owners are suited to the sport, but many can participate at various levels. If you and your dog are competitively minded I recommend training which prepares you for competition at various levels with Windi Weaver at K9Agility@outlook. com and www.MorningstarsCleverK9s.com in Ridgeland. All size dogs from toys to giant breeds can enjoy the sport. Competition requires that you are willing to work and play hard during the week and travel on the weekends to various events to compete. If you wish to participate in agility for fun, focus and exercise then consider a different

type of training. This training has been developed for dogs and/or owners that may be less than agile at a high level but whose dogs love to jump, play, run, tunnel, adore challenges of new experiences and need some focus work. At the other extreme, agility is also fabulous for dogs that need to build self-confidence and are a bit timid with new experiences. All dogs need to be dog friendly or neutral and know a Recall or Come command, Stay or Wait, Sit and Down. Can you do it if you have knee issues..... yes, I do. If you can’t run much the course is designed in a shortened version to keep the dogs stimulated and focused while limiting the amount of territory we humans have to cover. Your dog, however, does have to be physically fit to do agility. Is it appropriate for puppies? Yes, but with limitations. You cannot have pups do repetitive high impact

running and jumping but they can do very low jumps (practically stepping over), tunnels and the like. It is a great introduction to the sport and piques their interest for later training. It is also wonderfully social at the puppy level allowing for off leash play in a contained environment. For dogs that need more exercise in a stimulating environment, agility offers the learning of new and challenging skills. It can be taught on or off leash depending on owner control of the dog. If you and your dog are tired of obedience work and need something fun to do together, consider agility at any level. It is also an incredibly bonding experience along with fun for the owner and dog together. If you have kids that want to develop a better relationship with their dog or are athletic themselves, agility is one of the best kid/dog participation sports there is. Dogs of differing breeds like to play by

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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 need 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. 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. But Kaup 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. “I like the hands-on way of gathering my ingredients, going from sack of grain that I 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. 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. 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 soldout events, prompting an expansion into its own standalone event, the inaugural Hilton Head Rhythm & Brews festival, which brought over 40 craft breweries to Lowcountry Celebration Park last month. “The local craft beer folks never cease to amaze me,” said Kaup. “They come out and support events like this– every time. It’s great to be part of such an enthusiastic community.”

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Page 42A PET THERAPY from page 30A “The first thing you see is a smile on their faces,” he said. “To see my staff smile is great. Happiness breeds happiness.” The pet therapy program has grown from two therapy dogs prior to the pandemic to 13, who alongside their owners, visit with staff members at Hilton Head Hospital, Coastal Carolina Hospital and Tidewatch Freestanding Emergency Department. The dogs and their owners have all

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REAL ESTATE

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pass on due to a terrible medical diagnosis. In either event, it is a good idea to consider whether or not there are any assets that have When someone owns an asset substantial unrealized capital gain when they pass on, the “basis” they attached to them. If yes, it would have in the asset, for income tax be wise to put those assets in the purposes and capital gains tax purname of the survivor or their Trust poses, is “stepped-up” to the date so it will go to the survivor and of death value. This is important avoid probate... however, by doing because with some foreknowledge Mark Winn this the survivor will inherit the and some planning, substantial asset with a new date of death value for the capital gains tax can be AVOIDED in many basis. What does this mean exactly? If Jack cases. puts into his name assets that have $300,000 Let us assume, for example, Jack and Jill of unrealized capital gain (e.g. Originally, have been married for 30 years but Jack is Jill bought them for $300,000 and they are 10 years older than Jill. Statistically, men now worth $600,000) and Jack passes first pass before their female counterparts-they and these assets go to Jill, then Jill’s new basis do not live as long as women. So, since Jack in these assets will be $600,000. She could is 10 years older than Jill there is a strong sell them the next day and incur ZERO likelihood that Jack will pass on first. Or, let us say, for example, we know one is likely to capital gains tax. Why? It is because the CONTRIBUTOR

unrealized capital gain disappeared when Jack passed. Jill got the assets and her basis is the $600,000 date of death value. So, when she sells the asset, she does NOT have to pay capital gains tax. If this were not done, then when Jill sells the assets, she would have to pay capital gains tax. If it is 20% tax rate on capital gains, then that is $60,000 saved. That is good planning.

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FAITH

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I am preaching through a series in the book of Romans at First Baptist Hilton Head. This is a letter that the apostle Paul wrote to the church in Rome, challenging them to live differently, as those called out by God living among a culture that was extremely pagan. In Romans 1, Paul sets the background for his readers in regard to how misaligned the Roman culture was with God’s plan for relationships, sex, peace, truthfulness, humility, and obedience in general. As he launches into a description of this culture, he begins with an interesting statement in Romans 1:22: “Claiming to be wise, they became fools.” Repeatedly, Paul mentions the

arrogance of the Romans, and how this arrogance caused them to buck against God’s plan, worship what God created rather than Him as Creator, and pursue their own immediate gratification rather than living in obedience to God. The effect is that God eventually “gave them over” to their desires, communicating that God essentially stopped trying to turn them away from sin and back toward Him. Pride leads everyone who feasts on it into an endless spiral of sin and brokenness. But you do not have to be a follower of Christ to realize the dangerous effect of pride in your life. Pride damages marital relationships, family relationships, work relationships, and neighbor relationships. The sin of pride is what wells up in a person when cut off in traffic, and lures

them into reacting in ways not typical for their life. It causes outbursts of anger, even sometimes to the point of loss of life of others. Damaged pride emboldens reactionary retaliation, even sometimes without a second of forethought. What would life be like if each of us existed more to serve those around us as opposed to serving self? What God provides for those who humbly bow before Him and receive forgiveness from Him is a perfect model of humble obedience to God in Jesus Christ, as well as a Spirit-empowerment for humble and obedient living. And the beauty of relationship with God is that it is available to all. Paul preceded the earlier verses with Romans 1:16: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of

God for salvation to everyone who believes.” The “gospel” is the message that God sent His Son into this world in order to give His life on the cross for our sin, so that we can experience forgiveness in Christ’s sacrifice, and relationship with God. Humility is a necessary step in the process of salvation, as we have to admit that we need what God provided. This is not natural. In fact, we are going against our prideful nature when we humble ourselves. It is not necessary to have grown up in church or have Christian faith as your familial backdrop in order to experience a relationship with God. It is available “to everyone who believes.” Will you believe? Brett Myers is Senior Pastor at First Baptist Church in Hilton Head Island, SC www.fbchhi.org

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A Disregard For Nature Can Have Lasting Consequences By Collins Doughtie CONTRIBUTOR

Have you ever seen something that irks you to no end and when you voice your displeasure to someone all they can say is, “Come on, just let it go.” Maybe to a fault, I am the type of person that has a very hard time letting something go, especially when it affects everybody. I think this tendency stems from my folks, who for my entire life stressed being proactive about issues I feel passionate about. If you read my column with any regularity you how passionate I am when it comes to nature and the environment. And when I do see a blatant disregard for nature, I get revved up like nobody’s business. Issues such as littering, which have reached an all-time high along our roads, not to mention scores of abandoned boats half submerged in our waterways and possibly worst of all, plastics floating in our waters gets me so fired up that sometimes I feel like I’m going to blow. But if I had to pick one aspect of this that literally blows my mind it is when that abuse is so obvious that people can’t help but notice any one of these infractions, yet they can’t take a few moment to pick up trash or maybe a plastic bottle floating in the water. Is it a lack of education or simply pure laziness? I think it may be a combination of both. What set me off on this quest for justice? It was pretty much a combination of things. The first thing, which is near and dear to my heart, was the recent dismal report

regarding the status of the May River. Fecal matter, storm water runoff and with all the construction going on it can only get worse. Since I live a block away from the May I know, almost without exception, every house within spitting distance of the river is on septic tanks. With that said, I am a guilty party to the decline of the May but not by choice. The cost to connect to our local water treatment system is cost prohibitive. With the seemingly unchecked growth here I say it’s time to make connecting to this system affordable for everyone with septic tanks. The way I see it, in the long run Beaufort Jasper Water and Sewer would make out like bandits and at the same time give the May River a chance to recover before it’s too late. When I was thinking about this a few days ago as a possible subject for this column, I began seeing crimes against the environment everywhere. It was like the first time you see a word that you have never seen before and almost like magic, it starts appearing everywhere you look. I guess the human brain needs to be jump started before it really goes into action. For me that jump start came when I decided to do some exploring in the Savannah River. I hauled my boat to the Houlihan Bridge just before you get to Port Wentworth, GA. My plan was to head down river and see if I could find a few spots for striped bass, a fish I rarely target. Anyone that has driven through this industrial area has been rewarded with a smell that is hard to miss.

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home, the same disregard for the environment is going on and sadly, the majority of us pass right by without thinking twice about what long-term effects it is having on this once pristine area. Trash both on land and in the water is everywhere. Doesn’t anybody care? Junker cars, old appliances and all manner of trash can be found even in the most remote areas. Not to mention the “pure” water bottled in plastic bottles that will take centuries, or more, to disintegrate. What on earth are we thinking? The answer is, we’re not. Today’s society is most definitely the “throw away” culture. For the sake of convenience and the almighty dollar, we are willing to forsake the planet on which we live. The next time you go get a burger, fries and a soda look at the volume of trash that comes with that one meal. Unless we all open our eyes very soon, we are going to eat ourselves right out of house and home.

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REAL ESTATE

Keep Your House ‘Show Ready’ While It Is For Sale By Larry Stoller CONTRIBUTOR

When you are ready to sell your home, “staging, staging, staging” (just like “location, location, location”), will play a very important role in getting your house sold faster and for a higher price. Remember, first impressions are everything, and most buyers decide in the first 60 seconds whether they love, like, or hate a house… which translates into “I want to buy this home (or not).” So, while you can’t move your house to that lagoon and wooded location, you can have your home show ready to greet and welcome buyers in an appealing way. Here are some simple steps that you can take to make your prospective buyer’s first impressions as good as they can be: 1. Keep all of your bathroom personal

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Arts & Entertainment Calendar

Nov. 7-8 The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina will host The Broadway Tenors. The three leading men will transport you from Broadway’s Golden Age to the newest hits and back again in a moving evening of Broadway’s most beloved songs. You will hear favorites from South Pacific, West Side Story, Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, and Jersey Boys. Shows will be Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 8 at 4 and 7 p.m. Call the box office for tickets at (843)842-2787. Nov. 8 Hilton Head Island’s The Performing Arts Consortium Board of Directors announced internationally acclaimed pianist Enrique Graf will return to Hilton Head Island as the featured solo performer for the 2023 TPAC Gala Wine Dinner and Recital at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023 at TidePointe Vi

Luxury Senior Living Community. TPAC 2023 Wine Dinner & Concert Tickets may be purchased at https://www.eventbrite. com/e/731413887627?aff=oddtdtcreator Nov. 9-27 Hilton Head Branch Library will host Snakebit: Henry Woodward, South Carolina’s First English Settler at 11 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 9. Indian trader, prisoner-of-war, privateer, and one of South Carolina’s first settlers -- Henry Woodward’s life was not short on adventure. Robert Lanham, spent five years investigating Woodward’s role in the Colony’s earliest years. In 2022, he published The Red Bird and the Devil, setting forth the fascinating story of one of Colonial America’s forgotten figures. No registration required. The Hilton Head Branch Library will host a meeting for Tea, Talk & Tales Book Club at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 21. Come

for hot tea and warm conversations on the selected reading. The November title is Last Call by Elon Green. No sign up required and books will be made available. Contact the reference desk at 843-255-6525 for more information. The Hilton Head Branch Library will also host at 4 p.m., Monday, Nov. 27 The Novel Choice Book Club, with a lively discussion of the book of the month: The Plot by Jean Hanff Korlitz. To attend virtually, please contact Emma Maines at emma.maines@bcgov. net to receive an invite to join us on the Microsoft Teams app. Contact the reference desk at 843-255-6525 for more information. Nov. 10 The Hilton Head Oyster Festival will be held Friday, Nov. 10, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. It will include all

you can eat steamed local oysters, Lowcountry boil, pulled pork, seafood chowder & chili. Drinks will be sold separately. Live music from Crosstown Traffic will round out the event. Tickets are $64, or $45 for 12 and under. Nov. 10-19 Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with Hilton Head Dance Theatre’s production of “The Nutcracker” being offered Nov. 10-19 at the Seahawk Cultural Center. Six live performances at the Seahawk Cultural Center at Hilton Head Island High School will be offered with adult tickets $30, seniors $25 (60 and older), and students (18 and younger) $20 plus processing fees. Online ticket sales will close two hours before curtain. Doors will open 30 minutes before each performance. You will receive an email

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La Petite Gallerie Highlights Sease’s Colorful Art By Shannon Copcutt EDITOR

La Petite Gallerie, an intimate Old Town Bluffton gallery featuring local art, is introducing the gallery artists to newcomers to our area and reintroducing them to our old friends. In November the gallery is spotlighting artist Murray Sease, one of the original La Petite Gallerie co-op members, who loves to brighten up spaces with her colorful oil paintings. “I love to use color,” said Sease, “and paint everyday things to bring them to the forefront and make them interesting.” Settling in the South Carolina Lowcountry after living all over the world as a child with her Air Force family, Sease has been surrounded by the natural beauty of this area most of her life. She always loved to draw and

studied art throughout college, but hadn’t pursued painting until after a successful graphic design and advertising career. Drawing inspiration locally, Sease explained, “I am so lucky to live in this colorful and eclectic community with never-ending inspiration for art.” Sease will often go to the farmers market and “stock up on fruit to create a painting” from her purchase. Painting mainly in oils Murray is skilled at bringing everyday scenes like people and animals to life in a loose impressionistic style. She uses lots of color in her work, creating bright happy paintings that delight customers. However, she has recently begun also painting with gouache paint, which is like watercolor but more opaque with a matte finish and dries much quicker than oil paint, she explained. Sease is generally on hand Thurs-

days to greet you – her day to work the desk at La Petite Gallerie and will gladly share backstories on the latest art in the gallery. La Petite Gallerie is located in a lovely historic space on Calhoun Street in old town Bluffton, South Carolina. Featuring five of the area’s favorite painters and a talented sculptor, this special collection of art is an ever-changing delight, with many pieces spilling out into the adjacent garden. In addition to the pastel, acrylic, oil and watercolor paintings you’ll find blown and fused glass, unique clay and sculpture made from found objects, wonderful copper “spinners,” fish, turtles, birds and other fun garden art. The La Petite Gallerie artists are: Rose Cofield, Sue Grilli, Wally Palmer, Murray Sease, Lauren Arsenault, and Bill Winn.

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The Hilton Head Sun CALENDAR from page 4B confirmation with your tickets. Visit: www. hiltonheaddance.com for more information. Nov. 12-13 HHSO presents Illia Ovcharenki Plays Liszt on Sunday, Nov. 12 at 4 p.m. and Monday, Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. Praised as “technically flawless and impeccably musical” (International Piano), Ukrainian pianist Illia Ovcharenko, second prize winner of the 2022 Hilton Head International Piano Competition, returns to the HHSO stage to play not one, but two concertos composed by classical music’s original rock star.

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THREE LEADING MEN. THREE UNBELIEVABLE VOICES. Musical theater’s celebrated leading men transport you from Broadway’s Golden Age to the newest hits and back in a thrilling and moving evening of Broadway’s most beloved songs. You’ll delight to hear favorites from South Pacific, West Side Story, Phantom of The Opera, Les Miserables, Jersey Boys, as well as original materials written just for The Broadway Tenors.

Nov. 13 The Mary Green Chorale, under the direction of conductor Mary Woodmansee Green, is proud to present AMERICANA, choral classics for mixed, men’s, and women’s chorus with engaging commentary throughout. The performance will start at 7:30p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 24 Pope Ave., Hilton

Nov. 8, 2023 Head. The concert showcases both the individual and collective talents of the Lowcountry’s Premier Choral Ensemble. Tickets for the AMERICANA concert are $25 (open seating), and are available at Burke’s Main Street Pharmacy and at Gifted in Wexford Village, and at Markel’s Card & Gift Shop in Bluffton. Tickets may also be purchased at the door by cash or check to “MGC.” For more information: marygreenchorale@gmail.com Nov. 19 The Outside Foundation is hosting an autumn litter sweep on the Broad Creek River on Hilton Head Island. Join us at the Outside Hilton Head kiosk in Shelter Cove Marina on Sunday, Nov. 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All supplies and snacks will be provided, for the duration of the event. Volunteers should bring their own water bottle. Volunteers may kayak (rentals are free - please reserve by calling 843-686-6996), walk, bike, or boat to pick up litter. Please email jean@outsidefoundation.org with any questions.

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HHSO Offers A November Of Entertainment, Diversity, And Awareness By Channing Heiss CONTRIBUTOR

The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra music season, which began last month, continues with several November events including the upcoming performance by pianist Ethan Olaes hosted by the HHSO’s SoundWaves venue at 7p.m. on Friday, Nov. 17, at 7 Lagoon Road, Hilton Head. The performance is free, but will include a silent donation opportunity. A cocktail reception will follow. RSVPs are required as there will be no general admission at the door. Oleas’ concert, presented by Kawai Piano Gallery by Herrin, continues his mission to raise awareness and understanding of autistic adults like himself. His upcoming performance is an advocacy partnership in effect. Donations made at the performance will go to the local disabled advocacy nonprofit Pockets Full of Sunshine. The Kawai Piano Gallery will also award the organization a portion of the proceeds from a fourday piano sale November 25-28. The local store in Bluffton is a retail affiliate of Kawai America Corporation, which frequently holds events to promote autism awareness and to empower autistic children and adults. The company became enlightened to the need because of an executive’s autistic family members. This advocacy partnership is a good fit with the HHSO which has shared a long history with the Kawai Piano Gallery and has also championed diversity, inclusion, equality, and opportunity as part of its culture. In addition to his worldwide musical advocacy campaign, Olaes started his own non-profit foundation, Ethan88, in 2018. His family manages the Ethan Project, based in Ohio. Olaes, who

studied at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, was a child prodigy who played complex pieces on the piano from memory and who now has a repertoire including thousands of songs. He has also mastered a wide array of instruments, with the piano being his forte. The Herrins became advocates not only due to the parent company’s commitment to the effort, but also from the personal experience of having met Olaes and his family at the 100th Miss America pageant where he was performing. Meanwhile, Olaes has since officially partnered with Kawai. In addition to Olaes’ piano performance, November will see several other events featuring a variety of talent and fostering an interest in music. The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra and the Hilton Head International Piano Competition will host their benefit gala at 6p.m. on Nov. 9 at the Sonesta Resort, 130 Shipyard Drive, Hilton Head. The gala will feature the music of Ukrainian artist Illia Ovcharenko on piano and will celebrate young artists. Ovcharenko will perform again on Nov. 12 at 4p.m. and 7:30p.m. on Nov. 13 at the First Presbyterian Church on Hilton Head. November will go out festively with the Holiday Pops Nov. 25 at 7p.m. at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church in Bluffton and Nov. 26 and 27 at the First Presbyterian Church on Hilton Head. For more information, call 843-842-2055 or visit www.hhso.org, www.hhipc.org

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The Performing Arts Consortium To Feature Internationally Acclaimed Pianist Enrique Graf Hilton Head Island’s The Performing Arts Consortium Board of Directors announced today internationally acclaimed pianist Enrique Graf to return to Hilton Head Island as the featured solo performer for the 2023 TPAC Gala Wine Dinner and Recital at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 8 at TidePointe Vi Luxury Senior Living Community. Exciting his own personal passions, Graf will open his flavorful program with music teasing various South American palettes: composers Eduardo Gilardoni, Heitor Villa-Lobos, Marian Mores, Eduardo Fabini, and Hector Tosar. He will close the recital with a centuries-old and well-acclaimed Hungarian, Franz Liszt, and his Sonata in B minor, a dramatic and exciting classically European masterpiece that since its premiere has received both critical acclaim and competitive scrutiny for its hidden meanings. TPAC Immediate Past-President, Cynthia

Gorski-Popiel reminisced “Enrique’s artistic vision and energy were apparent from the first we met him when he served on the Symphony’s Hilton Head International Piano Competition Jury in 2006 (and then again in 2012). Now he is sharing his talents with South America at the International Festival of Colonia, Uruguay. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to bring him back to HHI again.” Graf has performed in recitals, chamber music, and with orchestras in the most important venues in the United States such as Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, South Bay Center for the Arts in Los Angeles, Broward Center for the Arts in Florida, and Carnegie Hall. He has participated in the festivals of San Miguel de Allende in Mexico, Chautauqua in New York, Music Fest Perugia and Spoleto International Piano Festival in Italy, Festivals of Santa Maria and Natal

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Coligny Offers Much To Do This November Lanterns in the sand, Santa in the Sky, and more than 60 specialty shops and restaurants make this an autumn to fall for. Everyone on Hilton Head Island knows that fall is the best time of year for locals. As you begin to fill out your November calendar, you’re going to want to draw a big circle around two massive events coming up at Coligny Plaza. Hilton Head’s downtown for more than 50 years already offers the island’s best mix of shopping, dining and entertainment, but there are four November days in particular where you will definitely want to head to the south end to soak up the autumn fun. November 14-15 In the lead-up to the famed Hilton Head Island Lantern Parade, Coligny Plaza will host an enjoyable and educational workshop to create your own lantern. Working alongside lantern guru Emily Holyoak, you’ll learn every step in the process of creating your very own illuminated masterpiece. • Where: Carolina Coffee & Crumbs • When: 5-7 p.m. both days November 18 One of the most awe-inspiring events of the year, the Hilton Head Island Lantern Parade will step off at 5 p.m. just up the beach from Coligny at the Alder Lane Beach

access point. With the route winding its way up the beach, through Coligny Beach Park, and into Celebration Park for the afterparty, Coligny Plaza is the perfect place to catch the parade as it rolls through. Why fight the crowds when you can enjoy a delicious meal, get a chance to do some shopping, and have the best seat in the house for the parade? • Where: Along the front of the plaza from Forest Beach Road up Pope Ave. • When: Between 5-6 p.m.

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ỌKÀN’S Executive Chef Bernard Bennett Brings Unique Taste To The Area By Shannon Copcutt EDITOR

Old Town Bluffton is home to the unique tastes of the recently opened restaurant Ọkàn, a concept expressing the heart and soul of underrepresented cuisine by following the culinary journey of West African-rooted cooking, conjured up and perfected by nationally recognized Executive Chef Bernard Bennett. Chef Bennett, who was named as a semi-finalist in the Emerging Chef category of the James Beard Award early this year, came up with the concept as “expressions of West African and Caribbean cuisine, pulling mainly from the Caribbean region, focusing on depth of flavor,” he explained. “The African American food has much bigger history than what it is given credit for, and my aim is to showcase that. It is more than fried chicken and mac n’ cheese.” Chef Bennett helped formulate the concept

for Ọkàn from his passion for learning how history and culture have shaped how we eat and where our food really comes from. He asks that any preconceived notions for African American cuisine be checked at the door, as Ọkàn creatively approaches shareable dishes in a community setting which are deeply inspired by West Africa and the Caribbean. His passion is reflected in the food offerings and the restaurant’s name. Okan means “heart and soul” in the Yoruba language of West Africa. And that is just what Bennett brings to his cuisine. Dishes such as Griot, a Hashian inspired meal, featuring citrus braised pork served with plantains and rice, or Pastelon, a Dominican inspired dish much like a lasagna but with mashed plantains, beef, onions, carrots, goat feta and banana leafs, will delight diners with depth of flavor. The Chicago native moved to Bluffton after Covid hit and work for a chef was hard to

Bernard Bennett, Executive Chef at Okan in Old Town Bluffton, brings West African/Caribean-inspired cuisine to locals.

come by, especially in a place with cold winters, where it was not an option to have diners sit outside and enjoy cuisine. Luckily, Bennett had family nearby and through a friend was introduced to the folks at The Bridge Collective. They immediately hit it off after talking for hours, and Okan was born shortly thereafter. “With Ọkàn, I want to showcase our ancestors’ resilience and influence through thoughtful and intentional food that pushes the

boundaries beyond what’s expected,” said Chef Bernard. Located in the heart of Old Town Bluffton and coastal South Carolina, Ọkàn locally sources the best the region has to offer. Utilizing the vast resources of local farmers, fisherman, and other purveyors, Chef Bernard and Ọkàn are cultivating local relationships. The menu showcases how ingredients originated, changed through the course of forced migration, and now celebrate an elevated pairing of cultures. Ọkàn opened in the spring as a part of The Bridge Collective and also offers a food truck. “We are so proud of Chef’s accomplishments and are thrilled to see his vision become a reality,” co-owner Matthew Cunningham shared. Okan is located at the intersection of Calhoun and Bridge streets in Old Town Bluffton. For more information, visit www.okanbluffton. com.

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Pluff Mud Festival Offers Food, Music, And Community

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Our area’s tradition of great fall festivals continues as BearFoot Sports hosts the Bluffton Pluff Mud Music Festival on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 1-7p.m. at Oyster Factory Park in Bluffton. The festival will feature music by local acts Jon Wayne Vincent, The Chiggers, and headliner CornBreD as well as a craft beer garden and a food court with a variety of local fare. “We are thrilled to bring the Bluffton Pluff Mud Music Festival back to our community this November,” said festival organizer Mark Weisner, president of BearFoot Sports. “This event is a celebration of the vibrant spirit and talent that Bluffton has to offer.” BearFoot Sports, part of BearFoot Enterprises, Inc., is a sports marketing and event management company. Weisner says this event is a chance for people to connect with their community. “It’s

a unique environment in which to gather and get to know your neighbors,” he said. He explained that “come meet the neighbors” is really the central theme of all of their events. In that spirit of community, part of the proceeds from the Pluff Mud Music Festival will go to a local nonprofit as they have in the more than 500 events organized by the company. The recipient of the funds from this upcoming festival on the May River has not yet been selected. Tickets for the Bluffton Pluff Mud Music Festival may be purchased online or at the door. Purchases at the event are cash only. General admission tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. A group ticket package for four entries is available for $45. Admission is free for children 12 and under. Leashed pets are welcome and guests may bring small lawn chairs. The festival will go on rain or shine. For more information, visit bearfootsports. com or call 843-757-8520.

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The Hustle Lives On As A Fun, Social Dance By Sandro Virag CONTRIBUTOR

The hustle is one of my favorite social dances. It is a partner dance which comes from disco dancing. It’s fast, energetic, and has lots of turns. The lady is spinning almost constantly while her partner pulls her in and out. It has some features in common with swing dance. The music is what makes this dance so much fun – I mean who doesn’t like 70s music? Studio 54 of New York City in fact was made famous due to the hustle and the disco style. The name “Hustle” came from the hustle line dance. In 1973 at “The Grand Ballroom” disco, a new dance started where people “touched.” It was a simple six count step with inside and outside turns. It would later become the hustle. Men in the club took an interest and it began to gain popularity. It also made a showing in the movie “Saturday Night Fever.” Hustle can be danced to the contemporary pop music of the last 20 years. The hustle was mostly popular in New York

City but became popular and spread across the U.S. in 1974 and 1975 and dance contests were popping up in every city. The 1960s almost killed ballroom dancing because there was so much freedom of dancing without a partner, and it was so much easier to learn to dance on your own rather than with a partner. However, the hustle did eventually develop into a competitive dance. There are several competitions throughout the U.S. and overseas as well for just the hustle. Ballroom dance has now adopted the hustle as one of their competitive dances along with ChaCha, Salsa, Samba, Mambo and others. Hustle has always been a crowd pleaser. In fact, it inspired me to build an entire showcase around it one year. Hustle embraces colorful costumes, lively music and makes for a very visually exciting show. Hustle can be done socially and competitively in ballrooms and night clubs and is easy to learn because the music drives it. Sandro Virag is the owner of Hilton Head Ballroom Dance Studio

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There were nearly 200 people in attendance at the “Side-by-Side” art exhibit on Wednesday, October 18 at Art League of Hilton Head Academy on Cordillo Parkway. The exhibit was a collaboration between Art

League of Hilton Head and Lifelong Learning of Hilton Head Island and showcased the beauty of the Lowcountry through the lens of local photographers and the skillful hands of our local artists.

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My Magnolia Summer Will Surprise You By Glenda Harris CONTRIBUTOR

My Magnolia Summer by Victoria Benton Frank is a fresh and delightful debut novel that fans of women’s contemporary fiction will be drawn to from start to finish. Maggie (Magnolia) is a 30-something young woman born and raised in the Lowcountry, spe-

cifically Sullivan’s Island, with the life-long dream of becoming a chef. After culinary school, she heads to New York City to work with the best. Her mind, however, continually drifts off to Sullivan’s Island, missing her home in the Lowcountry. When she gets the frightening news that her grandmother (Gran) and her mother have been in an auto accident and that Gran is in the hospital, she and roommate/best friend Jim immediately fly to South Carolina. In Charleston, before she even gets to the hospital, she rear ends a pick-up truck. It’s not all bad though because lo and behold, the driver is gorgeous. Trying to ignore all that, she explains her family emergency and promises to pay for the damage. She doesn’t have a business card to give him but she does have a sharpie. He offers his arm and she writes out her phone number. On his arm. You’ll have to read the book to see where that leads. Once Maggie talks with her sister, Violet and is able to see Gran who is still uncon-

scious, she retires to Gran’s home to try and sort things out. Little does she know at this point that Gran and her mom are just the start of a laundry list of issues in front of her. She stresses about her need to stay on the island longer than planned and what her boss in New York will say and learns that the her family’s restaurant is struggling with financial problems. This story is filled with likeable characters, drama on several fronts and the restaurant scenes will make you hungry and motivated to cook (well, almost) with the descriptions of the various dishes they are working on. Maggie realizes she has an important decision to make and soon. Suffice to say, My Magnolia Summer will pull you in. It’s so fun to read. Victoria Benton Frank, the daughter of beloved contemporary writer, the late Dorothea Benton Frank, who loved and lived in the Lowcountry for many years, has picked up the mantel and will carry forward her mother’s tradition of delivering smart and sassy fiction.

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Full Spectrum Studio Mentors Artists With Disabilities By Channing Heiss CONTRIBUTOR

The management and artists at Full Spectrum Studio on Hilton Head Island promote inclusion by bringing area artists with disabilities into the art community as mainstream contributors and entrepreneurs to take their place among other artists as peers. The art studio, opened by Andrea Hattler-Bramson and Judy Russell in 2020, seeks to maximize artistic and personal development. Studio manager Danielle Keller explained, “Full Spectrum Studio places a strong emphasis on not only nurturing artistic talent but also empowering its artists with essential business skills.” Through workshops, professional mentor presentations, and one-on-one guidance, artists receive mentorship in aspects of the art business including marketing, pricing strategies, customer interaction,

and career management. The mentors include Kara Artman and Doug Lonneman with Full Spectrum Studio as well as outside mentors who come in to teach, some of whom are from nearby art businesses BoArt and Crafted with a Purpose. The studio also works in cooperation with the special education department at Hilton Head High School and peer group Pockets Full of Sunshine. “The studio’s goal is to provide artists with a well-rounded set of life skills to help them pursue art,” Keller said. Andrea Hattler-Bramson points out the importance of choice and responsibility in the way artists are developed. “What we do at the Full Spectrum Studio is provide that opportunity via encouraging and supporting our artists to make the conscious choice to do art for the studio to sell on their behalf. Sometimes our artists need more guidance and help, but the choices are theirs. Their responsibility, from the business standpoint, by partici-

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pating in markets, customer interaction, and inventory control, results in personal development that in turn results in enormous amounts of confidence building. This is all based on doing a thing they enjoy, which we want them to consider a job, and approach it as such,” she said. They wanted to create a venue where people with disabilities could become truly passionate about a job and career and where clients could learn skills that go beyond the basics of daily living. Full Spectrum Studio is the only one of its kind in South Carolina. Hattler-Bramson and Russell travelled the country visiting art studios from Boston and Washington DC to San Francisco and Portland to get ideas for how to operate. The approach taken at Full Spectrum Studio to provide structure and training but allow individual artistic development is evident in the evolution of the artists. Commenting on her own artistic evolution, Victoria Bramson of Bluffton said

“I’ve gone from doing two dimensional art to three dimensional. I like trying new things.” Bramson, a daughter of the studio’s co-founder, is one of five permanent inhouse artists at the studio whose art is sold on site and at markets to help support the nonprofit. The artwork sells for between $5 and $150. These artists are also members of the Art League and retain the profits on art sales through that organization. In addition to these five full-time artists, the studio also works with about twenty-five other artists each month. The ADA accessible studio can accommodate 12 full-time artists and they welcome new talent from anywhere in the Lowcountry. In addition to enjoying the art, the members of the full-time art staff also value the business challenges and the customer service. “It allows me to create my art to take to market as a professional,” said Hilton Head artist Allison Good. “It makes me feel good

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Nov. 8, 2023 to be out there with other people.” One of the goals of the studio has been to foster respect for the value of the work and the artist and, although some people are surprised that all of the artwork is created by people with disabilities, Cat McDermott from Hilton Head said she hears interest and compliments from customers. “Customers ask questions about the art and say ‘I like your work.’” There is a broad consensus in the group on the importance of the life skills and business skills training. Asked if their interaction with customers is a vehicle for changing attitudes toward people with disabilities, the response among the artists is an emphatic “Most definitely!” To keep up to date on future events at Full Spectrum Studio and learn more about their work, go to their website at fullspectrumstudio.org or call 786-371-5494.

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Wafer is as sweet as a cookie! Wafer was a loving teen mom when she came to us, and she now has found her own personality. She loves to lounge around especially in a nice sunny spot! She does well with other pets and enjoys meeting people of all ages. Wafer is 2 years old, spayed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped.. If you are interested in adopting Wafer, call our adoption center at (843) 645-1725 or email us at info@ palmettoanimalleague.org to set up an appointment.

Adam gives the best hugs! He is filled with love and really enjoys giving hugs to everyone he meets. Adam recently went on an adventure for a day, and loved meeting every person he met. He came in with his brother, so he would do well with another friend in his future home. Adam is 10 months old, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped. . If you are interested in adopting Adam, call our adoption center at (843) 645-1725 or email us at info@palmettoanimalleague.org to set up an appointment.

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Hilton Head Branch Library Celebrates 25th Anniversary The Hilton Head Branch Library will celebrate its Silver Jubilee by holding a 25th Anniversary Celebration from 12 to 3 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 14. There will be tours of the library’s permanent art collection at 12:30 and 3:15, and the keynote address will be delivered at 2 p.m. by longtime local journalist/writer/editor Lynne Hummell. Hummell was the editor of the Hilton Head Sun for many years, as well as a former writer and editor for the Island Packet. She will discuss some of the island’s more recent history and the library’s role in it. And of course, cake will be served. The Hilton Head Branch Library offers residents and vacationers alike a place to visit all year long. It boasts a peaceful, outdoor reading garden, a popular Friends of the Library bookstore, public computers, a large DVD collection, children’s storytelling area, and a cozy South Carolina Reading Room that houses a large business collection. Printing & photocopying available for a small fee. All branches have free wifi. For more information on the Silver Jubilee celebration, contact the reference desk at 843-255-6525.

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