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One of only 78 hospitals to receive this incredible recognition nationwide

COMMUNITY

Rekindled reserve firefighter program begins.

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PROFILE

ust two years after attaining state approval to perform emergency interventions on patients suffering deadly heart attacks, Beaufort Memorial Hospital has earned the American College of Cardiology’s top honor for cardiac care.

The 2015 ACTION Registry“Get with the Guidelines” Gold Performance Award from the National Cardiovascular Data Registry recognizes Beaufort Memorial for consistently following the treatment guidelines and recommendations of the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and American Heart Association (AHA) for eight consecutive quarters.

BMH is one of only 78 hospitals nationwide to win the prestigious award.

“To receive the gold citation after just two years is a phenomenal accomplishment,” said BMH President and CEO Rick Toomey. “It reflects the effort our emergency department and cardiac team have made to provide the

highest quality care to our patients. By following the guidelines and expediting treatment, we’re saving lives and improving patient’s long-term life expectancy.”

BMH had to meet a performance standard of 90 percent for specific measures, including the time it takes to open the blocked artery of a patient suffering a STEMI heart attack or ST elevation myocardial infarction.

In every STEMI case brought into the hospital, cardiologists have been able to perform the procedure in far less time than the maximum 90 minutes recommended by the AHA and ACC. Research has shown shaving even a few minutes off the time it takes to restore blood flow to the heart improves outcomes.

“The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association commend Beaufort Memorial Hospital for its success in implementing standards of care and protocols,” said Dr. James

BCHS grad accepts full scholarship to Cornell University.

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Jollis, ACTION Registry-GWTG chair and professor of Medicine and Radiology at Duke University Hospital.

“The implementation of these guidelines requires successful coordination of the hospital’s cardiovascular team and emergency personnel and is a critical step in saving lives and improving outcomes of heart attack patients.”

Last year, BMH was honored with the GWTG Silver Performance Achievement Award after following treatment guidelines for four consecutive quarters and meeting specific criteria and standards of performance for all types of heart attacks.

Local photographer is living the dream in Beaufort It is not surprising David Shipper has a passion for photography. His father was a photographer and as a child, David would hang out with his dad in the home darkroom watching him develop film and make prints. The entire photographic process was a part of family life growing up and because of these early influences, this passion runs in the family. His sister and brother are both excellent photographers and even his youngest GRADUATE continued on page 12

SOCIAL

The Beaufort County School District’s golf tournament sells out.

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INDEX

Community 2-5 Profile 6 Health 8 Business 9 Social 10 Arts 12-13 Sports 14 Wine 16 Dine 16-17 Voices 18 Games 19 Pets 20 Events 21 Directory 22 Classifieds 23

community

Let the Y teach your children how to swim As part of the Y’s commitment to reduce drowning rates and keep kids safe in and around the water, the YMCA of Beaufort County will provide scholarships for swim instruction and water safety to children from underserved communities in northern Beaufort County.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, fatal drowning is the second-leading cause of death for children ages one to 14 years old. In ethnically diverse communities, the youth drowning rate is two to three times higher than the national average, according to a USA Swimming study. Additionally nearly six out of 10 African American and Hispanic/Latino children are unable to swim, nearly twice as many as their Caucasian counterparts.

“Educating children how to be safe around water is just as important as teaching them to look both ways before they cross the street,” said Lisa Redwine, Aquatics & Sport Director, YMCA of Beaufort County. “The Y teaches children of all ages and backgrounds that water should be fun, not feared, and this practice not only saves lives it builds confidence.”

The Beaufort Y has been a leader in providing swim lessons and water safety for almost 20 years. There are a variety of programs to choose from, including Learn To Swim, part of our traditional summer camp program both here at

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the Y Port Royal facility as well as administered through our offsite camps based at Penn Center, Lady’s Island Elementary, Hardeeville Elementary and Ridgeland Elementary in Jasper County; individual and group swim lessons; and our competitive youth swim team, the Tigersharks.

The Y will be accepting registrations for Fall swim lessons starting in August.

This includes parent/child lessons for children age 6 months to 3 years, evening lessons in age appropriate groups (ages 3 and up) and private swim lessons are available.

In addition to learning lifesaving water safety skills, children can

increase their physical activity by swimming. Swimming also motivates children to strive for self-improvement, teaches goal orientation and cultivates a positive mental attitude and high self-esteem. It also teaches life lessons of sport and sportsmanship, so that children can learn how to work well with teammates and coaches and how to deal with winning and losing—skills that last a lifetime.

To register for swim lessons stop by the Y located at 1801 Richmond Avenue in Port Royal or go online to www. ymcabeaufortcounty.com. To learn how to qualify for financial assistance, please call 843-522-9622.

supported by the South Carolina Retail Association (SCRA). “South Carolina’s annual Sales Tax Holiday is important to the state’s consumers and business owners, the retail market and especially to the overall economy,” said SC Retail

Association Executive Director Lindsey Kueffner. “It’s a popular tax break on back-to-school necessities for hardworking families. Shoppers enjoy the sales and savings, and retailers get a nice boost from it. It’s a win-win.”

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Who’s News Bridges Prep Board names news interim Head of School Dr. Robert Bohnstengel, a 40-year education veteran with experience as a teacher and principal, is the new interim Head of School at downtown Beaufort’s Bridges Preparatory School. Bohnstengel started work Monday after the Bridges Board of Directors approved his hiring in an emergency session July 24. His contract is through Dec. 31. This fall, the Bridges board anticipates

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Pictured above are summer camp kids participating in swim lessons through offsite camps based at the Penn Center.

Tax free weekend in time for back to school shopping Back to school shopping will be a little easier on the pockets of all of us beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, August 7th until midnight on Sunday, August 9th thanks to the annual Sales Tax Holiday approved

by South Carolina’s lawmakers and

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mounting a search for a permanent head of school.

“Bob Bohnstengel is well-prepared for the task of getting Bridges Prep ready for the Dr. Robert upcoming school Bohnstengel year and we are excited to have his expertise,” said Dee

Matthews, board chair. “He is fully vetted and checked and ready to go at Bridges Prep.”

Bohnstengel earned a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of South Carolina, a Master’s degree and Educational Specialist degree from The Citadel, and his doctorate in education administration from USC. Teachers return to Bridges Prep Aug. 5, and students start classes Aug. 12.

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New Director of Career Services joins USCB The University of South Carolina Beaufort has named Leta J. Salazar, M.S., Director of Career Services for the university. Salazar Leta J. will be respon- Salazar, M.S. sible for assisting students with the choice of a college major, helping them to choose 2

a career, career planning and assisting in the search for the right job or graduate school.

Salazar received a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation Management from the University of Southern Mississippi, and a Master of Science degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Auburn University.

Prior to joining the university staff, she filled a number of lead-

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ership roles in the Lowcountry tourism and hospitality industry.

Most recently, she served as Research Analyst and Bluffton Marketing Manager for the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce Visitor & Convention Bureau. She was responsible for managing research projects intended to promote economic development and tourism in Bluffton and the Lowcountry.

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SC Promise Zone aims to bring more to nearby rural counties 90,000 residents. 28% in poverty and 15% unemployment. This is reality for the South Carolina Lowcountry Promise Zone, a federally-designated region encompassing portions of Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper Counties. Through the combined efforts of partners, supporters and local communities, the SC Promise Zone aims to bring millions of dollars in federal funding to spur economic development and improve quality of life for the region.

Led by the Southern Carolina Regional Development Alliance (SCA), the Promise Zone involves more than 30 institutions across the southern tip of the state, including Center for a Better South, Technical College of the Lowcountry and the S.C. Association of Community Economic Development.

The Promise Zone designation lasts for 10 years and helps the region in two ways: counties in the zone will receive staffing assistance to create compelling grant applications, and those applications will receive extra points in the scoring process.

PHILANTHROPY CORNER Coastal Community Foundation empowers individuals, families and organizations to make a lasting impact through permanent, endowed funds for charitable giving. The Foundation serves Beaufort, Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Georgetown, Hampton and Jasper counties. To learn more, go to www.coastalcommunityfoundation.org or call (843) 723-3635.

The SC Promise Zone encompasses six counties in the southern region of the state. Courtesy of Google Maps.

Jasper County residents talk during the July 16 Promise Zone Meeting. Courtesy of www.scpromisezone.org.

For the past several weeks, Center for a Better South led town hall meetings across the SC Promise Zone to educate community members about the opportunities available through the Promise Zone. Andy Brack, President of the Center, said, “I didn’t

expect 650 people over four days. I was blown away by the positive reaction and engagement that the people in the communities provided.”

“They shared their area’s strength and vision – it was exciting,” continued Brack. “What the town hall meetings

did is pull together communities in a way that hasn’t been done in a past.”

In the next few months, the SC Promise Zone will publish a strategic plan based on feedback from the town hall meetings that narrows the group’s focus. Nonprofits in Beaufort County are potentially eligible for Promise Zone funding if their projects primarily help people living in the Promise Zone. To learn more, visit www.scpromisezone.org or email sca@ SouthernCarolina.org.

New firefighters start training in Beaufort-Port Royal With dreams of riding the shiny red fire trucks and battling back flames, a new class of 16 future firefighters started 15 weeks of training Monday with the Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department.

The reserve firefighter training typically lasts 10 hours per week with classes on Tuesday nights and Saturday mornings. The training includes two live fire burns and multiple training days in the fire training building.

Over the past several years, the Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department has rekindled its reserve firefighter program – what used to be called “volunteer firefighters.”

“We now have ‘reserve firefighters’ because they have the same level of training and basic skills that we require of our entry-level career firefighters,” Beaufort Fire Chief Sammy Negron said.

“Our reserves have nearly 100 hours of hands-on training plus hundreds of hours in the books to complete the knowledge requirement for an internationallyrecognized firefighter certificate.”

The Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department’s reserve firefighter coordinator, Matthew Bowsher, handles the training, equipment, and scheduling for reserve firefighters.

“Reserve firefighters play a vital role in our department,” Bowsher said.

“First, they are able to assist our paid staff during emergencies. The most important asset of any business is it people, and ours are the best.

“Second, our qualified reserve firefighters become our hiring pool.

These are trained, qualified folks, who have already proven their dedication to the Beaufort residents we protect. We know that our reserve firefighters are a good fit with our department – it’s a great way to get a foot in the door,” he said.

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has conducted five recruitment drives for reserve firefighters. During an average recruitment drive the department receives about 45 applications; of those, two-thirds typically make it through the screening process to the interview, and 20 are accepted into the training program on average. Men and women are encouraged to participate.

“It’s a tough process, with a high attrition rate, but we have to keep high standards because each firefighter has the potential to be the first person arriving on the scene. They have to be ready to get to work saving lives and property,” said Capt. John Robinson, training and education officer for the department.

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Some of the department’s active reserve firefighters have freely given their time for more than 15 years. In the past three years, 11 people who earned the title of Reserve Firefighter with the Beaufort/Port Royal Fire Department have been hired as full-time firefighters by the Beaufort-Port Royal department or another Beaufort County fire agency.

The Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department operates out of three fullystaffed fire stations which are strategically located to minimize response times. A new fire station is under construction on Ribaut Road and will replace an outdated facility in the middle of the Mossy Oaks neighborhood.

The department is a combination

fire department, in that it utilizes both career/paid firefighters, as well as volunteers from the community. The department typically has a roster of 37 uniformed career personnel and about 25 reserve firefighters.

At a minimum, firefighters receive the basic training and qualifications in the following areas: • NFPA Firefighter II • Hazardous Materials Operations • Emergency Medical Technician • Arson detection for the first responder • Emergency Vehicle Driver Operations • Pump Operations • Automobile Extrication • L/P Flammable Gas Firefighting • Basic Rope Rescue

ABLE, the Disabilities Foundation of Beaufort County is proud to announce the 2015 annual commemorative/collectable ornament has arrived and is now available for a cost of $15 per ornament.

Each year the ornament honors something iconic from our Lowcountry area and this year the “blue crab” was selected.

ABLE is a nonprofit organization that supports services and programs assisting individuals with developmental disabilities and special needs. ABLE’s ornament sales help fund Camp Treasure Chest summer program for children ages 6-21 with special needs. ABLE offers a one week camp in both Beaufort and Bluffton.

Without this camp many children would likely not have a summer camp experience because of their severe

needs. Many families also do not get any help or assistance with care in the summer months so this also gives them a small break. Funds from the state for summer services have been virtually eliminated and the camp is almost solely supported through local fundraising, grants, ornament sales and a few other organizations. Any donations are greatly appreciated to help fund the camp.

Many people have been collecting the ornaments for years and have grown to love adding to their collection each year. So now is the time to start your collection. It is a great way to send special children to a wonderful camp where they can create a summer of memories.

Ornaments are available at several

locations in the Beaufort area including: New Image Salon, 1615 Paris Avenue, Port Royal; Smiles by Wyle’s Dentistry, 27A Kemmerlin Lane, Lady’s Island; Budget Print, 510 Carteret Street, Beaufort; Lime Lite Salon, 612 Carteret Street, Beaufort; Deals, 724 Bay Street, Beaufort; LuLu Burgess, 917 Bay Street, Beaufort; Technical College of the Lowcountry(TCL), Testing Center, Bldg. 1, Ribaut Road, Beaufort; Dawn Frank CPA, 23 Professional Village Circle, Ladys Island; Offices of Disabilities and Special Needs Dept., 100 Clear Water Way, Beaufort Please visit us on Facebook or check out our website at www.ablefoundation. org for more information.

Raising funds and having fun at the annual Dragonboat Race Over 700 paddlers ranging from the age of 16 through 80 converged on Henry Chambers Waterfront Park on Saturday July 25th for the 3rd annual Dragonboat Race Day as part of the 60th annual Water Festival. A total of 32 teams each comprised of 22 paddlers, manned 42-foot long dragonboats in a series of races during the daylong event.

Dragonboat Race Day has continued to grow over the past few years attracting a variety of community teams throughout Beaufort County for the exciting and colorful event which raises money for Dragonboat Beaufort’s cancer survivor support outreach mission. This year participating paddlers exceeded their fundraising goal by raising over $65,000 for Dragonboat Beaufort.

The Opening Ceremonies featured a welcome by Mayor Billy Keyserling and a blessing by Father Paul MacNeil from St. Peter’s Church for all those touched by cancer and for the safety of the day’s participants. The Opening Ceremonies included the Official Team Roll Call which featured each team’s drummer parading across the Pavilion stage at Waterfront Park dressed in spirited and sometimes outrageous attire. After a full morning of races, participants paused at mid-day to reflect and remember those who they’ve lost to cancer and those currently battling cancer during a special Carnation Ceremony. Immediately after, the mood was raised with a mini concert by local favorites The Sweet Grass Angels.

The event drew teams from a five state area and an estimated 3000 spectators to the seawall for the afternoon races which culminated awards ceremony honoring division and fundraising winners.

Overall Highest Fundraiser - Barbara Westcott; 2nd Highest Fundraiser Linda Etchells; 3rd Highest Fundraiser - Corinne Woodman; 4th Highest Fundraiser - David Aldrich; 5th Highest Fundraiser - Mark Heyward; 6th Highest Fundraiser - Jeffrey and Sandy Gott; 7th Highest Fundraiser - Missy Buskirk; 8th Highest Fundraiser - Jan Brown; 9th Highest Fundraiser - Alan Schneider; 10th Highest Fundraiser Victoria Liggett; Team with the Most Individual Donors - Dragon Slayers; Drummer Raising the Most Money on Race Day - Ride the Tide Leadership Dragons; Best Dressed Drummer - Ride

Dragonboat teams battle it out.

Team Madness warmed up the crowd before a full day of races.

the Tide Leadership Dragons; Best Tent Décor - Dragonboat Atlanta; Best Team Spirit - Swamp Dragons; Best T-Shirt Design - Princess of Tides - Nuances.

Participating teams included #AmberStrong - Indigo Salon & Friends of Amber Black and We are OARsome sponsored by Advantage Construction; Bauer Strong - Friends and Family of Jimmy Bauer; Beaufort Memorial Basilisks - Beaufort Memorial Hospital; Charleston Firebreathers/Blue - Charleston Paddle Club; Charleston Firebreathers/White - Charleston Paddle Club; Dancing Dragons - Revolution Ballroom; Dragon Slayers - Habersham Friends & Neighbors; Dragonboat Atlanta - Atlanta, GA; Dragonboat Charleston - Charleston, SC; Educate OARS - Beaufort County School District; Hampton Inn Heroes Hampton Inn Beaufort; Healing Dragons of Charlotte - Charlotte, NC; Healing Dragons of Lake James - Morganton, NC; Houseboat For Sail - Beaufort County Association of Realtors; JDBC Flash Jacksonville Dragonboat Club; JDBC Mammoglams - Jacksonville Dragonboat Club; Kentucky Thorough-Breasts Highland Heights, KY; Madness: It’s in the PAIN – Madness; MOES for Milbrey - Family & Friends of Milbrey

Fastest local team, Hampton Inn Heroes.

Gnann; Pinnacle Plastic Surgery - Dr. Audrey Klenke, Bluffton, SC; Port Royal Superheroes - Port Royal Elementary School; Princess of Tides – Nuances, Port Royal, SC; Rack Attack - Hilton Head Hospital; Ride the Tide Leadership Dragons - Leadership Beaufort; Sea Island Rotary Club - Beaufort, SC; Sun City All Stars - Anonymous Donor; Swamp Dragons - UBS - The Bankhead Group; Team Badfish - City Walk/ Pinckney Retreat; Torture Chamber - Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce; Tri Command Peacekeepers

by CenturyLink – CenturyLink; Where’s the Water? - Jacksonville Fire Dragons, Jacksonville, FL. Gold, silver and bronze medals were

awarded for four divisions, Cancer Survivor division as well as the fastest local teams: Division D 1st Houseboat for Sail, 2nd Kentucky Thorough-Breasts, 3rd Healing Dragons of Lake James Division C 1st Sea Island Rotary Club, 2nd Beaufort Memorial Hospital Basilisks, 3rd Healing Dragons of Charlotte Division B 1st Pinnacle Plastic Surgery, 2nd #AmberStrong (OARsome), 3rd Dragonboat Charleston Division A 1st Charleston Firebreathers/White, 2nd Charleston Firebreathers/Blue, 3rd Jacksonville Flash Cancer Division 1st Jacksonville Mammoglams, 2nd Dragonboat Charleston, 3rd Healing Dragons of Charlotte Fastest Local Teams 1st Hampton Inn Heroes of Beaufort, 2nd Team Badfish - City Walk/ Pinckney Retreat, 3rd Bauer Strong Family & Friends of Jimmie Bauer The mission of Dragonboat Beaufort is to provide cancer survivors the opportunity to heal and regain physical and psychological strength and wellness through the camaraderie and competition of dragon boat paddling and racing. Money raised by Dragonboat Race Day goes to support cancer patients and survivors with needs not covered by usual means. Examples include paying for patients’ gasoline so they can afford to drive to medical treatments, delivering food to recovering cancer patients, paying for nutritional supplements, daycare, medical supplies, dental work and stipends toward medical insurance. Money also goes to help heal and support our cancer survivor members and their supporters through paddling. As a volunteer organization with no added administrative cost, DBB is solely responsible for the maintenance of team’s boats, equipment and participation in competition.

All proceeds go to the DragonBoat Beaufort Fund housed under the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. More information can be found at www.dragonboatraceday.com.

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She considered Brown, Clemson and Columbia, but in the end Kierra Grayson chose Cornell because she felt it would put her in the best position academically for medical school.

“Once I visited the campus I knew I made the right decision,” the Battery Creek High School Valedictorian says.

The 18-year old received a distinguished diploma for completing more than 100 hours of community service and other academic criteria during her high school years. She juggled advance placement courses, health science classes and a variety of clubs while never getting anything less than an A on her report cards. The payoff for her hard work includes the full scholarship from Cornell as well as local scholarships from the Nu Delta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Zeta Phi Beta, Ladies of the Lowcountry, and The Robert Smalls Association. Additionally, she received the South Carolina Student Readiness Award from the ACT College and Career Readiness Campaign.

Kierra credits her mother, Michelle, for being the guiding force in her life. “She has always allowed me to be exactly as I am,” she says. “She was never the type of parent that forced me into a mold. She gave me the tools to lead a successful life.”

The self-described risk-taker says she

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loves to try new things and doesn’t always interests, learn new skills, seek adtake the conventional path to accomplish vice or just hang out. her goals. In fact, it’s the advice she offers “Today’s youth are growing to students heading to their first year of up too fast,” she says. “They need high school. to know it is okay to be a kid. I “Try new things. Believe in yourself. want to create an organization Don’t be afraid to let go of things and that supports the need for chilpeople that aren’t progressing along with dren to find their innocence again.” you on your journey. It is never too early With the drive, focus and deterto start investing in your future.” mination that created this valedicHer advice for high school seniors torian, there’s little doubt that Kierreflects the wisdom of someone who ra will accomplish each of these goals understands the changes ahead of her. and more.

“Everything is temporary so enjoy your last year of carefree living while you can. Don’t Believe in yourself...It is never too early place too much emphato start investing in your future.” sis on minor details. Do things just because and don’t procrastinate anything.”

Kierra plans to attend medical school after graduating from Cornell, with an eye toward specializing in obstetrics and gynecology.

She also wants to start a non-profit organization for young people to constructively cultivate

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BMH Labs receive accreditation from College of American Pathologists Beaufort Memorial Hospital’s main campus and Bluffton Medical Services laboratories have been reaccredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), ensuring patients are receiving the highest level of service.

The prestigious designation was awarded to the hospital following an extensive on-site assessment by CAP inspectors. During the peer-based review process, inspectors examined the laboratories’ records and

quality control procedures for the last two years. They also checked laboratory staff qualifications, equipment, facilities, safety records and overall management of the department.

“Beaufort Memorial’s lab has been in compliance with the rigorous standards of the CAP program since 1997,” said Dr. Brad Collins, the facility’s director.

“Our excellent technologists and management staff are dedicated and committed to providing best practice

services to our doctors and patients every day.”

The CAP Laboratory Accreditation Program was started in the early 1960s to improve patient safety by setting stringent standards and ensuring laboratories meet or exceed regulatory requirements.

Teams of practicing professionals lead the on-site inspections every two years. More than 7,600 clinical laboratories around the world are accredited through the program.

The universe is calling—here’s how to answer

By Barbara Alexander

How do we hear what the Universe is telling us?

Recently a new student asked me, “What can I do to get clearer on what the Universe is trying to tell me?” For those that are attuned to the fact that the Universe can even connect with us, this is an awesome question! It is probably the most valuable life-skill we have in our lives.

The best way to find clarity of your soul’s guidance and direction is to create the time for meditation or prayer in your daily practice. You must learn how to hear the subtlety of the level of vibration. But, what if you have difficulty meditating or if what is bothering you is so overwhelming, you can’t get any clarity?

The first steps I share with students are practical tools to find that inner connection. It requires that you master the art of quieting your mind so that you can learn how to listen to your heart.

There are countless ways to do this, but one way many people find relief from the

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inner chatter is by being in nature. Each of us resonates with different energy that exists in specific places; if you pay attention, you can feel the inner release when you are there. Think of a place that brings you comfort naturally—it could be that special place outdoors or you’re your favorite animal. For example, I find a great sense of peace and clarity being next to gently moving water that flows over small rocks making that trickling sound.

These small creeks feel like a cleansing meditation, like a Gregorian chant sung by the water.

After I am there for a little while, just watching and listening, I lose the

awareness of separation, and it feels like the gentle stream flows through my mind and body, washing away any disconnection, fear or confusion. I begin to feel the resistance fall away and I can more easily open to that flow.

Opening to that flow is the state of Being-ness that is necessary for the healthy connection to all that is. Each time I do this, it feels as if I have come back home to the real me. Once I can feel that wonderful cellular shift in my awareness, I can hear my heart’s direction with clarity and I find a familiar sense of relief. There is great comfort in connection to the Universe.

I have also found another level of deep peace with horses. They are like a fast-track to Universal wisdom once someone learns how to ‘be’ within themselves so that they can hear from the inner connection. This deeper level of connection doesn’t come only by being in nature or around horses, although for those that are attuned, it is.

It is not just something that happens anytime, although for those that are practiced in the art of allowing the reciprocal connection to the Universe, it is.

This level of connection is only truly available when I come to another sentient being without any expectation, when I am open to what is there for me to hear.

This is the critical key to connection and clarity. Being open to the wisdom of the Universe is the same thing. If we come with an agenda, we cannot hear any guidance at all.

What is that you can do to find the sense of inner quiet and peace? Try it today and you can open your heart to what the Universe is saying.

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BUSINESS OF THE WEEK

UPCOMING EVENTS

• Thursday, August 6: Beaufort Networking, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Beaufort Hilton Garden Inn, 1500 Queen Street, Beaufort.

Topic: “Did you know? The Blood Alliance provides blood to more than 40 hospitals and medical facilities in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.” Learn why it matters for you to donate. This is a free networking opportunity! Bring your business cards!

• Thursday, August 6: The Blood Alliance Blood Drive, 8:00 to 12:00 noon at the Hilton Garden Inn, 1500 Queen Street. Donate blood and enter to win a free night hotel stay!

Congratulations to this week’s Chamber Business of the Week - Carolina Air! Each week, the Chamber highlights one member business or organization as a thank you for their investment in the Chamber and our community. Special thanks to Sonic of Beaufort for sponsoring Business of the Week!

BEAUFORT COUNTY BLACK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Are you ready for the next step in your life?

If so, join the Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce on Monday, August 10, 2015 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at 801 Bladen St., Beaufort.

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce presents an inner-active workshop entitled Life Reimagined with Marie D. Lewis. Get to know yourself better while planning your “what’s next.” is a simple and smart approach that helps you rediscover gifts, consider your options, get specific about the possibilities that lie ahead and how to approach them and discover your hidden talents and skills. Life Reimagined involves six practices that serve as a personalized guidance system. Start with where you are in your life, and see where the possibilities lead you! The event is limited to 15 participants.There is no fee and materials are included. To register, call 843-986-1102.

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• Thursday, August 13: Business After Hours, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. hosted by Hosted by Southern Carpet Wholesale, 41D Robert Smalls Parkway. This event is free for

members, $5 for guests.

• Thursday, August 20: Emergency Preparedness 2015, sponsored

by SERVPRO from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the Quality Inn Town Center Jasmine Room. Do you or does your business or company have a Hurricane Emergency Plan? Officials from Beaufort County Emergency Management, NOAA, WTOC Meteorologist John Wetherbee, area insurance professionals and more will give us important information and tips to help prepare for the hurricane season. The time to prepare is now and you will learn what you need to do to protect your family, home and business. This event is $5 for members, $15 for guests.

• Friday, August 21: Coffee With Colleagues, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. hosted by Beaufort Lands End Tours, Viking Spirit Yacht in the Downtown Marina (NOTE: location change), yacht is located in Slip 1-D. This is a free networking opportunity! Bring your business cards!

• Saturday, August 29: Military Appreciation Day Festival , 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Atlantic Marine Corps Communities Welcome Center, 600 Laurel Bay Road, Beaufort. This event is free for our military families! Food, fun, jump castles, entertainment, games & more! Great opportunity for our community to say “Thank you!” to our military men and women.

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Showcasing the most happening events, people and gatherings Beaufort has to offer.

Second annual golf tournament raises $70,000 The Beaufort County School District’s sold-out “Swinging with the Superintendent” golf tournament raised more than $70,000 to support a new scholarship program that will pay two years of college tuition to qualified students. The Building a Better Beaufort Scholarship – dubbed “B3” – covers up to two years of tuition costs at the Technical College of the Lowcountry for Beaufort County high school graduates who have at least a 2.75 GPA. “This was our second annual fundraising event to support B3 scholarships,” said Superintendent Jeff Moss. “Thirtysix students attended TCL tuition-free last year, and our hope is that many

more will be helped this year.”

Thirty teams played in the event at the Callawassie Island Golf Club. The firstplace team, which finished with a 17-underpar score of 55, was composed of Trent Jones, Randy McKinney, Matt Pennell and Christopher Whittemore. In second place at 55 was the team of Alex Brown, Cory Byrd, Gregory McCord and Jeff Moss.

“Our second tournament was particularly exciting because we had so many teams come within just a few strokes of the top score,” said Board of Education Chairman Bill Evans. “We’re already looking forward to next year’s event.”

Moss had special praise for the tournament’s community and business

Tournament Champions, Sodexo Food Services consisting of Randy McKinny, Christopher Whittemore, Trent Jones, Matt Pennell photographed with Dr. Moss (third from left) and Larry Wilson.

Steve Riley, Dereck Rhoads (Chief Instructional Services Officer), Bill Payne (School Board Member), Roe Wilkinson

sponsors, including title sponsor Sodexo.

Other sponsors were Durham School Services, Thompson Construction Group, Compass Municipal Advisors, GCA Services Group, the McNair Law Firm, Edgenuity, TenMarks, Varsity Brands, Hite Associates, McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture, Public Consulting Group, Dell, HG Reynolds Management, Inc. and Palmetto Electric Cooperative. Moss said that guidance counselors and educators are spreading the word about the new scholarship and its GPA requirement. Interested students from the Class of 2015 should apply to TCL, fill out the FAFSA form and apply for the B3 scholarship.

Longest Drive Contest Winner, Josh Fickes, with Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Moss (far left) and Dr. Gregory McCord, Chief Student Services Officer (right).

Closest to Pin Contest Winners Lawrence Anderson, Charles Francis, Scott Howell, Christopher Whittemore photographed with Dr. Jeffrey Moss (pictured on far left) and Dr. Gregory McCord (pictured on far right).

Daryl Hendricks, Kim Worster, Gary Bradley, Greg Newman

Highest Scoring Team, Battery Creek High School consisting of Wesley Keown, Jim Shuman, Harry Barnes, John Drafts

Dale Crawford, Brian Baird, Mike Hamel, Scott Richard

Hilton Head Island High School girls golf team with Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Moss.

Dave Grissom, Drew Davis, Charles Francis, Bob Semmler

Greg Crum, Skip Pratt, Kathy Corley, Wayne Corley

Fred Denton, Donald Blue, Brenda Blue, Randy Wildman

John Swinehart, Patrick Mitchell, Bill Evans (School Board Chairman), Gar Underwood

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continued from page 1 son seems to have inherited the trait, leading David to joke that perhaps this phenomenon is a result of his father’s exposure to darkroom chemicals!

David’s earliest memory of taking pictures was with a Polaroid when he was 6, but it was the camera he received at 16 that opened his eyes to the amazing power of the photograph. Late one afternoon, David was taking pictures of some friends performing skateboard tricks on the neighborhood quarterpipe. By chance, he took the perfect photo of one of his friends executing an unbelievable turn at the top edge of the pipe. It wasn’t until the film was developed that David realized he had taken a stunning picture, preserving an incredible moment in time!

That photo was a revelation, and David began taking photography more seriously. He began attending weekend workshops offered by local professional photographers and in addition, became

FEATURED ARTIST AT THE THIBAULT GALLERY ON BAY STREET David is a professional nature, landscape, portrait and event photographer living in Beaufort, SC. David says, “Although the darkroom has been replaced by a computer and film by a memory card, I still gets that same smile on my face developing a digital image as I did in the darkroom with my dad so many years ago.”

a photographer for his high school yearbook staff. David continued taking pictures in college while earning a degree in Wildlife Conservation. Despite a full schedule, he even managed to squeeze a few photography classes in along the way.

After college in 1983, he and his wife Leigh moved to Beaufort and fell in love with the area. Photography took a back seat as they began their careers

A secret painting society flying “under the radar” is exposed A group of artists named The Thursday Painters, who have been working together quietly for over 20 years, has popped up on the local radar screen.

This group of 14 have kept a low profile all these years, meeting quietly in locations not known to the general public.

Their meetings offer no instruction; each artist follows her/his own star whether it be watercolor, oil, acrylic, pastel or colored pencils and the work they create spans the spectrum from realism to abstract.

Apart from the energizing effect of working with other artists, of particular benefit to the group are the critique sessions that are take place each meeting.

There is no pressure to display work for critiques, but this group knows that the fresh - and critical - eye from a fellow artist is often just what is needed to finding solutions to problems or even dealing with “painters’ block!” As a result of their long association with one another, the members of this group are honest with their opinions and their discussions may

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even become “lively” arguments.....but the love for their art and the bond that exists between them makes the critiques worthwhile, albeit at times a little heated.

The Thursday Painters have now agreed to show some of their work in a Featured Artists’ exhibit and a special celebration will be held on Friday August 7, 2015 at the Beaufort Art Association Gallery, 913 Bay Street. The artists will be present and “exposed to view” from 5:30 to 7:30. There will be refreshments and all art, including those of 60 other member artists, will be offered for sale.

The show will hang at the gallery from August 2 - Sept 26.

Come see what has been hiding “under the radar” all these years!!!

Thursday Painters whose work will be on exhibit: Phyllis Crimmel, Pam Hagan, Barbara Hunt, Jacqueline Jones, Carol Kamm, Renée Levin, Ellen Long, Jack Mayers, Audrey Montgomery, Hetty Nijman, Carol Newsome, Beverly Peacock, Joyce Howell, Peckham, and Cynthia Zeiss.

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and started raising a family. Eventually, their children’s involvement in sports rekindled David’s photographic passion as he took photos of them playing baseball and soccer.

Motivated and inspired by his sister’s work in portraits and landscapes, David developed a deep, burning desire to hone his skills with a camera. He enrolled in the New York Institute of Photography and

completed their course in professional photography. As his skills increased and he built his portfolio, he began dreaming of the possibility of turning his passion into a vocation.

With the Lowcountry’s abundant wildlife and breathtaking scenery providing endless inspiration, David’s interest in photography naturally gravitated towards his other passions: nature, wildlife and the outdoors. Because of his mother’s love of hummingbirds, David developed a special interest in bird photography. However, true to his nature, he just loves taking pictures, shooting outdoor portraits and events in addition to nature and wildlife.

His dream of becoming a successful, independent photographer became a reality when David was invited to join the amazing group of artists that make up the Thibault Gallery family. Since joining the gallery, he has been honored to have his photographs recognized in competitions and galleries from South Carolina to Arkansas and has been thrilled to be invited to attend prestigious art shows throughout the southeast. I truly am living my dream!”

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Summer Art Show at Red Piano Too Gallery The Red Piano Too Art Gallery is full of excitement and anticipation as new art has started coming in for the 23rd Annual Summer Show. The theme this year is “creating in the spirit.” Gallery owner, Mary Mack, told the artists that their work should reflect where their spirit has taken them. There is no central theme to this show. Simply put, each artist’s work will be reflective of how they were moved by the spirit of creativity. All gallery artists were invited to participate.

The featured artist this year is Pawley’s Island native, Asher Robinson.

More about Asher Robinson About six years ago a Pawley’s Island resident, visiting Beaufort, made a side trip to the Red Piano Too Art Gallery.

She wanted to talk about an artist that she thought had real talent. She had met him selling his work outside of the grocery store. She brought a painting of a folksy fish to prove her point. That introduction led to an ongoing relationship between the Red Piano Art Gallery and the very delightful Asher Robinson.

When Asher Robinson began marketing his folk art along the beach, he took the advice of his mentor and friend, Ernest J. Lee (another Red Piano Too artist), who encouraged Robinson to paint what made him feel good and what he loved. Lee believed that if Robinson followed his passion and painted the things he loved that success would follow.

Robinson does paint the marine life, the flora and fauna of the South Carolina Lowcountry, which surround his home in Murrells Inlet.

He paints what he sees in his backyard which just happens Robinson admits that painting his to be the ocean. “Just look around you....I “folksy beach art” makes him a will never run out of things to paint,” happy man.

Robinson said. Asher paints everything from sea turtles to giant Gerber daisies that grow outside of his outdoor gallery. He also accepts commissions and paints other genres of art as well.

Robinson gets a kick out of watching people gaze at his art. He knows that some people turn their noses up at his work. Some collectors of “high art” have no appreciation for what he paints, but when told that his art makes people happy, Asher says, “that is why I do what I do, people love it.” It doesn’t bother him that his work appeals to a more basic audience because he paints for the love of the art. Robinson knows he has a niche because people return year after year to buy his art. People choose his work for their own reasons but they all seem to make some sort of connection with the paintings. Many people buy the work for their children. Robinson’s creativity

does not stop at the end of his paintbrush.

He has taken his paintings and brought them to life in a children’s book entitled, Willie the Wren, which is about a sourpitched bird in search of life, music and love. Willie is trying to sway a lady bird to take an interest in him and seeks the advice of an older wiser bird that sings with a strong voice. Buddy the bluebird advises Willie to “sing with more soul, sing what you feel inside.” Willie gets the girl in the end, and tells her something characteristically Robinson, “Someone told me today to be sincere and to just sing from my soul and so here I am.”

Other participating artists Monique Cooper has also promised lots of work, such as a large collage of a woman and paintings ranging from shrimp to cows to cats to barns to boats and more. Zayid Majid, recently completed work on a children’s book. He has also created a new collection of Gullah paintings featuring children at play.

Many of the gallery regulars tell us they looked around their studios, found materials they meant to use at some point, and let the spirit move them to create new work, outside of the box, and to create things that were previously only ideas. Meet the artists at the show, Saturday, August 8th, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free and open to the public, the gallery is located at 870 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island.

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sports

Pinckney to announce college choice on August 20 Whale Branch Early College High School defensive tackle Nyles Pinckney will announce his college choice on Aug. 20. The heavily-recruited Pinckney is scheduled to make the announcement at the Whale Branch High prior to the Warriors taking to the road for a scrimmage.

In July, Pinckney received an offer from Alabama. Pinckney holds additional offers from Clemson, Duke, Georgia, Georgia Tech, Florida, Florida State, Miami, North Carolina and South Carolina. In-state programs Clemson and South Carolina appear to be the frontrunners in Pinckney’s recruitment.

Pinckney has thrived throughout his high school football career. During his junior season in 2014, Pinckney posted 98 tackles, 27 of which went for losses.

Pinckney also registered nine sacks, blocked three field goals, logged 10 forced fumbles and made eight fumble recoveries as a junior.

Pinckney (6-3, 290) is rated a four-star prospect by Rivals and 247Sports. Last summer, Pinckney was ranked No. 95 in Rivals’ top 100 recruits in the Class of 2016. Whale Branch is scheduled to visit Hilton Head for a season-opener on Aug. 27. Kickoff for the Whale Branch-Hilton Head football game is set for 7:30 p.m.

Battery Creek High standout Jones returns to Jaguars as intern coach Former Battery Creek High School standout Greg Jones is in a familiar place. Having retired last spring, Jones, a longtime Jacksonville Jaguars fullback, now finds himself back in training camp as one of four intern coaches with the NFL franchise. The Jacksonville Jaguars

drafted Jones in the second round of the 2004 NFL Draft. Jones joined Jacksonville after starring at Florida State University.

In nine NFL seasons, Jones rushed for 913 yards, amassed 471 receiving yards, scored 13 touchdowns and didn’t lose

any fumbles. He retired as one of the NFL’s top fullbacks. Along with Jones, former Jacksonville linebacker Mike Peterson, Troy defensive line coach Bam Hardmon and Princeton assistant Leon Wright are serving as intern coaches.

Gus Bradley is headed into his third

season as the head coach of the Jaguars.

Bradley was named the fifth head coach in Jacksonville Jaguars history on January 17, 2013. Jones is expected to remain with Jacksonville throughout the team’s training camp before joining the staff of a local high school football team.

Dee Delaney headed into sophomore season at the Citadel Whale Branch Early College High School graduate Dee Delaney is headed into his sophomore season with the Citadel football program.

As a freshman in 2014, Delaney appeared in all 12 games for the Citadel football team, making 11 starts. The Whale Branch High School graduate was named to Southern Conference All-Freshman Team. He recorded 51 tackles, including three for losses, with two interceptions and three pass

breakups. Delaney also returned three kickoffs for 59 yards and was named Southern Conference Defensive Player of the Week after recording three tackles and intercepting a pass at the 1-yard line in a 28-26 win on the road at Mercer. A 2013 graduate of Whale Branch Early College High School, Delaney lettered four times each in football, basketball and baseball and twice in track and field.

Delaney served as a team captain for Whale Branch High School during his

senior year when he caught 35 passes for 899 yards and 14 touchdowns, returned two punts for scores and intercepted three passes his senior season. He was named the Region 5A Wide Receiver and Offensive Player of the Year and was selected to play in the North/South AllStar game. Delaney made 27 receptions for 512 yards and seven touchdowns and picked off two passes during his junior year in high school. He earned all-region wide receiver of the year

accolades for the first time in his career.

The productive Delaney caught passes for 182 yards and three touchdowns as a high school sophomore. A versatile performer, Delaney was an all-region and all-area selection in basketball and baseball during the 2011-12 school year and a gold medalist in the 4x100 meter relay when his team won the Class A state championship. A member of the National Honor Society, Delaney is the son of Leslie Bing.

SC Badkatz 14U finish in 2nd The SC Badkatz 14U softball team came in 2nd place in the USSSA Mid-Atlantic Championships in Rock Hill on July 25th. The team had to battle back through the loser’s bracket beating the eventual champions in the first championship game to force the final ‘If ’ game before ultimately falling in the final.

Standout performances for the Badkatz were Alisa Depew (.500 Avg., 8 RBI’s, 5 runs), Emily Crosby (.500 Avg., 1 run, 4 RBI’s) and Journeigh Doray (.400 Avg., 3 RBI’s, 2 runs). Also congratulations to Cheyenne Strong for throwing a no-hitter in bracket play. If you would like to find out more information about the SC Badkatz organization, please go to www.scbadkatz.com.

Middle, high school athletics coaches gather for district-wide convocation More than 200 Beaufort County School District coaches and athletic directors from middle and high schools gathered at Battery Creek High School last Thursday for training and inspiration at the third annual districtwide Coaches Convocation.

Workshops and guest speakers addressed topics related to the theme “What is the Strategy for Our Next Play?”

Chief Student Services Officer Gregory McCord said this year’s convocation built on last year’s sessions.

“Last year we focused on the fundamentals of good coaching,” McCord said. “This year we focused on the psychology and heart of good coaching.”

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person or any one team,” McCord said.

“Coaches occupy important positions in kids’ lives, and they realize that they have to teach more than just the fundamental skills of their sports. They also teach life skills. They teach kids how to win with grace and class, and how to lose with grace and class. They teach kids about humility and passion.”

This year’s convocation keynote speaker was Wes Simmons, a former college football player and coach who built on last year’s presentations by Dr. Jeff Duke, author of “3D Coaching.”

Coaches also received updates on South Carolina High School League regulations and on laws that affect middle and high school athletics.

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Learn about the P-No no one knows. Intrigued?

By Celia Strong

Off we go again. More learning, more tasting, more fun. Part of the fun this week, I think, is we’re going to visit a region we don’t go to very often. And, we’re going to taste a grape that we don’t do very often. Which means, an extra big amount of learning. Yay! Our region is the Dry Creek Valley in Sonoma County, California. This AVA, established in 1983, is located northwest of the town of Healdsburg.

Dry Creek is actually a big creek, a tributary of the Russian River. It’s about sixteen miles long and two miles wide.

Truth be known, this is a pretty dry area, where vineyards are using water from the nearby Lake Sonoma reservoir to irrigate. There are more than fifty wineries located in the Dry Creek Valley, and more than 160 wineries make wines with Dry Creek grapes. At the end of the 20th century, Dry Creek was one of the most important areas for Zinfandel and Sonoma Cabernet production.

Sauvignon Blanc became the most important white variety.

But, (always the “but”) our grape this week is Pinot Blanc. Pinot Blanc is a white variety related to Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. But, from that fact on, studying more about Pinot Blanc

Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor & Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.

can be confusing and frustrating. It’s been said that “P-no no one really knows” could be its’ name. Pinot Blanc’s leaves, clusters and berries resemble those of Chardonnay to the point where Chardonnay was called Pinot Chardonnay once. Even though it’s not a Pinot at all. Both grapes grew together in Burgundy, back several hundred years. And, as grapes traveled to other countries, including the United States, there was no guarantee what was being planted was Chardonnay or Pinot Blanc or, even, several other similar varieties.

DNA tests on what were thought to be Pinot Blanc vines in California showed most of them were Melon de Bourgogne (another name for Muscadet).

But, let’s move on. The characteristics of Pinot Blanc wines. They have a noticeable roundness. A feeling in your mouth. Usually, these wines have less body and less acidity than Chardonnay

wines. Their flavors are full, lots of apples and citrus fruits, floral notes, and stone fruits. And, more than most other wines, they are extremely food friendly. Good news for us! All kinds of foods, from all over the world. Seafood for sure. In cream sauces, cheese sauces, smoked, raw. Asian flavors, herbs, tomatoes. Onion tart.

Goat cheeses. Chicken and veal in cream sauces, especially with mushrooms.

Roast duck and goose. Omelets. Sausage dishes, with sauerkraut. Smoked meats and cheeses. Salads. Risottos. Almost an endless list.

Now, hungry and thirsty, let’s look at our winery for this week. Michel - Schlumberger. Jean-Marc Michel, a native of Switzerland, planted vines in the Dry Creek Valley in 1979. He had looked all over northern California for the perfect location for his winery. He recognized that the soil and climate of Dry Creek would be perfect, especially for red grapes. In 1991, Jacques Pierre Schlumberger joined Michel’s winery team. He brought with him his family’s 400 year background in Alsatian wine making. They became partners and the Michel - Schlumberger brand was created. Today, the style of the winery is a combination of Alsatian and Spanish.

Europe and California history blended

together. They are committed to sustainable farming, meeting the needs of today without infringing on the future.

All of which means we get to taste their wine now. The La Bise Pinot Blanc. This wine is 100% Pinot Blanc. True Pinot.

The grapes were harvested on cool mornings in September, which helps to enhance the apple and peach flavors in the wine.

It also means there is a lower sugar level in the grapes so the wine is drier.

The grapes were fermented at cool temperatures and the wine was aged for no more than six months. In stainlees steel.

Interesting? The wine developed complexities from sitting on its lees, without adding any “wood” flavors. And, what does “la bise” mean? It’s French for “kiss.”

But, I won’t tell if you don’t tell. P-no one knows. For $15.99. Enjoy.

How to host an effortless summer soiree

Provided by Family Features

Early August and there is much to celebrate and summer parties are in full swing. As you plan your “last of summer” entertaining, Stephen Cardino, VP and Fashion Director for Home at Macy’s, has some helpful tips to host an unforgettable bash that is both stressfree and fun for everyone.

Set the scene To start, here are some ideas for setting the scene, by infusing the season’s trends and the best that summer has to offer.

• Blue is a hot hue this year and there are many ways to apply the color of the sea to your summer tablescape. For a subtle look, try soft blue dinnerware layered with neutral table linens and flatware. To achieve a bolder statement, choose plates and serveware in indigo or with patterns of dots and stripes.

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Glassware in a variety of blues and greens can also enhance your table.

• Surface texture is just as important as pattern. Choose a table runner and napkins made of linen, a popular material right now, to serve as the foundation of your space. Add charm and interest with textured glassware, such as ones with etching, facets or bubbling.

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• Whether dining al fresco or indoors to beat the heat, fresh flowers are a must for the summer season. For a colorful option, set single flowers in a suite of glass bottles – a little goes a long way.

Full flowers, like peonies and dahlias, are great for this, or try a variety of white flowers placed in low, white ceramic urns for a monochromatic pairing.

• For easy refreshments, use glass pitchers, since it allows guests to help themselves. Fill one with water and citrus slices, another with lemonade or iced sweet tea, and the last with sangria or punch. Be sure to set out a large bucket of ice and glasses with your pitchers.

Serve sensational sips If you’re looking for cocktail ideas to kick off end of season celebrations, try these: • To enhance your cocktails, use fresh

summer produce – really ripe fruits and vegetables. Buy peaches, strawberries, rhubarb and other fruits to make an amazing punch, which is always a crowd pleaser.

• The night before your party, use the largest container you have and fill it with water to make a giant ice cube. On the day of, make a concoction of herbs, fruits and vegetables with gin, or something light and botanical. Place the ice cube in a bowl and pour the punch mixture around it. The large ice cube will not melt down and dilute the punch, but will keep it cold and refreshing. It also serves as an eye-catching centerpiece that everyone at the party will talk about.

• With leftover fruit, such as peaches or pineapple, throw on the grill for a light summer dessert – perfect after a heavy meal.

dining guide

A listing of local restaurants in northern Beaufort County:Your resource for where to eat AGAVE MEXICAN GRILL: 1430

Ribaut Road, Port Royal; 843-379-0232; L.D.

ALVIN ORD’S: 1514 Ribaut Road, Port Royal; 843-524-8222; L.D.

SPOTLIGHT ON:

YES, THAI INDEED

Q ON BAY: 822 Bay St., Beaufort;

524-7771; Barbecue, Southern cooking; L.D.

RANCHO GRANDE MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 41-B Robert Smalls

ATHENIAN GARDENS: 950 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 379-9222; Greek; L.D.

Parkway, Beaufort, 322-9909. 136 Sea Island Parkway, Suite 4 & 6, Lady’s Island, 5240405.

BACK PORCH GRILL: 1 Landing Dr,

RED ROOSTER CAFE: 1210 Ribaut

BEAUFORT BREAD COMPANY:

ROSIE O’GRADYS PUB: Suite 3,

BELLA LUNA: 859 Sea Island Parkway,

RYAN’S FAMOUS PIZZA & SUBS:

Port Royal,; 525-9824; L.D.

Road, Beaufort; 379-2253; B.L.D.

102 Lady’s Island Shopping Center, Lady’s Island; 843-522-0213; B.L.

Beaufort Town Center, Boundary Street; 843-379-7676 Irish-American cuisine; L.D. 14 Savannah Highway, Shell Point Plaza, Beaufort; 379-3479; L.D.

St. Helena Island; 838-3188; Italian; B.L.D.

BERTOS GRILL TEX-MEX:

9 Market, Habersham Marketplace; Mexican; 644-1925; L.D.

BIG JOE’S BAR-B-Q: 760 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort; 770-0711; L.D.

BLACKSTONE’S DELI & CAFE: 205 Scott St., Beaufort; 524-4330; B.L.

BLUE DOG CAFE: 736 Sea Island

Parkway, Frogmore, St. Helena Island, attached to The Lowcountry Store; 843-8384646; L.

BOONDOCKS RESTAURANT:

Yes, Thai Indeed is open for lunch and dinner Monday-Friday and dinner on Saturday. They are closed on Sunday. Yes, Thai Indeed is located at 911 Boundary Street and their telephone is 843-986-1185. Pictured above is the Massaman Curry with chicken.

SAKE HOUSE: 274 Robert Smalls

Parkway; Beaufort; 379-5888; Japanese; L.D.

SALTUS RIVER GRILL: 802 Bay St.,

Beaufort; 379-3474; Seafood, upscale; L.D.

FUJI RESTAURANT: 97 Sea Island

Parkway, Hamilton Village, Lady’s Island; 524-2662; Japanese steak house; L.D.

FUMIKO SUSHI: 14 Savannah Highway, Beaufort; 524-0918; L.D.

GILLIGANS: 2601 Boundary St.,

LOWCOUNTRY PRODUCE: 302

SGT. WHITE’S: 1908 Boundary St.;

Carteret St.; Beaufort; 322-1900; B.L.

Beaufort; 522-2029; Southern cooking; L.D.

LUTHER’S RARE & WELL DONE: 910 Bay St., Beaufort; 521-1888;

SHRIMP SHACK: 1929 Sea Island

L.D.

Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-2962; L.

SMOKIN’ PLANKS BBQ: 914 Paris

MAGGIE’S PUB & EATERY: 17

Ave., Port Royal; 843-522-0322; L.D.

1760 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-0821; D.

Beaufort; 838-9300; Seafood, steaks; L.D.

Market, Habersham; 379-1719; L.D.

BOUNDARY STREET CAFE: 1209

GRIFFIN MARKET: 403 Carteret St., Beaufort; 524-0240; Authentic Italian; L.D.

MAGNOLIA BAKERY CAFE: 703

2121 Boundary Street, Suite 103, Beaufort Town Center, Beaufort; 843-379-5559; L.D.

MARILYN’S LUNCH AT SOUTHERN SWEETS: 917 Bay St.,

SOUTHERN GRACES BISTRO:

Boundary St., Suite C, Beaufort; 379-1811; B. L. Brunch.

BREAKWATER RESTAURANT & BAR: 203 Carteret St., Beaufort; 379-0052; Upscale dining, tapas; D.

BRICKS ON BOUNDARY: 1420

Boundary St., Beaufort; 379-5232; L.D.

BURLAP: 2001 Boundary Street, Beaufort; B, L.

CAROLINA TAVERN: 1714 Ribaut Road, Port Royal; 379-5959; Wings, ribs, sports bar; L.D.

CAT ISLAND GRILL & PUB: 8

GOURMET ON WHEELS: 812-8870;

Healthy home-cooked meals delivered to your door weekly; D.

GREAT GARDENS CAFE: 3669 Trask Parkway, Beaufort; 521-1900; L.

GROUCHO’S DELI: 81 Sea Island Parkway, Beaufort; 524-4545; L.

HAROLD’S COUNTRY CLUB BAR & GRILL: Highway 17-A & Highway 21, Yemassee; 589-4360; Steaks, wings; L.D.

HEMINGWAY’S BISTRO: 920 Bay St., Beaufort; 521-4480; bar & grill; L.D.

Waveland Ave., Cat Island; 524-4653; Steaks, seafood, pasta, burgers, more; L.D.

HOUSE OF TOKYO: 330 Robert

CITY JAVA & NEWS: 301 Carteret St.,

JADE GARDEN: 2317 Boundary St.,

Smalls Parkway, Beaufort; 521-9011; L.D.

Beaufort; 379-JAVA (5282); Sandwiches, soups, muffins, desserts, coffee drinks,; B. L.

Beaufort; 522-8883; Chinese and Japanese cuisine; L.D.

DOCKSIDE RESTAURANT: 71 Sea

JIMMY JOHN’S: 2015 Boundary St.,

Island Parkway, Lady’s Island, Beaufort; 5247433; Seafood; D.

Beaufort Town Center; 379-3009; Sub sandwiches; L.D.

THE DOG HOUSE: 381 Sea Island

JOHNSON CREEK TAVERN:

Parkway, Lady’s Island Beaufort; 770-0013; L.

DUKE’S BBQ: 1509 Salem Road, Beaufort; 379-4744; L.D.: Thursday and Friday only.

Republic St., Beaufort; 522.1866; D.

FAT PATTIES: 831 Parris Island

Gateway, Port Roya; 843-379-1500; L.D.

Beaufort; 379-0798; Sandwiches, soups; L.

MARKETPLACE NEWS: 917 Bay St., Beaufort; 470-0188; Sandwich cafe; B.L.

MARSH TACKY’S MARKET: 2137

Sea Island Parkway, Harbor Island; 8382041; Deli, frozen yogurt; B.L.

MARYLAND FRIED CHICKEN:

111 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 524-8766; L.D.

MIKKI’S: 1638 Paris Ave., Port Royal;

379-4322; All-American Cuisine; B. L.D.

MOONDOGGIES CAFE: 930 10th St., Port Royal; 522-1222; L.D.

MJ’S SOUL FOOD: 1634 Sea Island

Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-2009; L.D.

THE OLD BULL TAVERN: 205

West Street, Beaufort; 843-379-2855; D.

OLD SCHOOL PIZZERIA: 1638

2141 Sea Island Parkway, Harbor Island; 838-4166; L.D.

Paris Ave., Port Royal; 843-524-1995; L.D.

L.T.’s HOMECOOKED MEALS: Sea

St., Beaufort; 379-9300; B.L.

Island Parkway, Lady’s Island; 524-3122; L.

EMILY’S TAPAS BAR: 906 Port

Congress Street, Beaufort; 524-1961; B.L.

LADY’S ISLAND COUNTRY CLUB: 139 Francis Marion Circle, Lady’s Island; 522-9700; L.D.

LA NOPALERA: 1220 Ribaut Road,

PALM & MOON BAGEL: 221 Scott PANINI’S CAFE: 926 Bay St., Beaufort; 379-0300; Italian, wood-fired pizzas; L.D.

PAPAYA THAI AND SUSHI: 1001 Boundary St., Beaufort; 379-9099; L.D.

FILLIN’ STATION: 57 Sea Island

Beaufort; 521-4882; Mexican; L.D.

PIACE PIZZA: 5-B Market,

FOOLISH FROG: 846 Sea Island

LAZY SUSAN’S CAFE & CREPERIE: 31A Market St., Habersham;

PLUMS: 904 1/2 Bay St., Beaufort; 525-

Parkway, Lady’s Island; 522-0230; L.D Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-9300; L.D.

Beaufort; 466-0735; B.L.

Habersham, Beaufort; 379-3287; L.D.

1946; Sandwiches, seafood, live music;L.D.

SO HOT MONGOLIAN GRILL:

809 Port Republic St., at The Beaufort Inn, Beaufort; 379-0555; L.D.

THE SPAGHETTI CLUB: 27 Market Street, Habersham; 843-466-3663; L.D

STEAMER: 168 Sea Island Parkway; Lady’s Island; 522-0210; L.D.

SUSHI SAKANA: 860 Parris Island Gateway, Port Royal; 379-5300; L.D.

SUWAN THAI: Paris Ave., Port Royal; 379-8383; Thai cuisine; L.D.

SWEETGRASS: 100 Marine Drive, Dataw Island; 838-2151; L.D.

UPPER CRUST: 97 Sea Island Parkway, Lady’s Island; 521-1999; L.D.

WINED IT UP: 705 Bay St., Beaufort; wine bar, tapas; L.D.

WREN: 210 Carteret St., Beaufort; 5249463; Local seafood, steaks, pasta; L.D.

YAMA: 1370 Ribaut Road, Port Royal; 379-2599; L.D.

YES! THAI INDEED: 1911 Boundary St., Beaufort; 986-1185; L.D.

A GUIDE TO DINING • All area codes are 843 • B = Breakfast • L = Lunch • D = Dinner • To feature your restaurant in the SPOTLIGHT, email theislandnews@gmail.com.

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The differences between early birds and night owls Now what?

By Lee Scott

The world is full of two types of people. The early birds and the night owls.

Those that love getting up early in the morning to start their day. And those that like to wake up late and stretch the day out as long as possible. I am an early bird. I love sitting with a cup of coffee in the dark and waiting for the right moment to snap a picture of the sun as it comes up. It is the quiet part of the day when the world is slowly waking up.

The night owls love the closing of the day as the sun sets. For them, taking a shower at 8:00 p.m. means you are getting ready for a night out. Night owls like to eat dinner late and spend hours sitting around the table chatting. On the other hand,

HIGHLIGHTING DAILY LIFE OBSERVATIONS

Lee Scott, a writer and recent retiree, shares her everyday observations about life after career. A former commercial banker responsible for helping her clients to reach their business objectives, Lee now translates those analytical skills to her writings. She recently moved to St. Helena Island with her husband and two cocker spaniels. She enjoys boating, traveling and reading.

early birds are taking their showers at 8:00 p.m. just like the night owls, but they are doing it in order to get to bed by 9:00.

I know quite well the difference between early birds and night owls. I grew up in a house of night owls. As the lone early bird, I would walk through the house down to the kitchen and savor the

silence of the house. As one of eight children, the silence was so rare that you had to grab it whenever available.

On Sunday mornings, I would go to church at the 9:00 a.m. service with my father (so he could go play golf afterwards) while the rest of my siblings waited for the 12:15 service with my

mother. I would be sitting there reading the Sunday comics as siblings wandered out of the bedrooms in pajamas.

It is a joy to be married to someone who is also an early bird. We wake in the mornings without alarms. We take early flights out of airports and leave the house at dawn when we take road trips. We applaud ourselves on those rare days when we actually stay up till 11:00 p.m. “We are adults” we say to one another as if finally getting permission to stay up past our bedtimes.

There is nothing wrong with early birds or night owls. Both groups have their own circadian rhythm. But for our visiting friends and family, we remind them that the coffee pot comes on at 5:30 a.m. and our lights go out at nine. Welcome to Beaufort!

I’ll teach her how to exist...if I can remember how

By Cherimie Crane Weatherford

Fleeting moments of silence are both rare and recently uncomfortable as they can be cause for panic or unwelcome reflection, both equally tied to parenthood.

When my pint size partner isn’t sleeping, silence is the quiet before the storm. The rare occasion that she is in another’s care affords free time that is consumed by thoughts of her. Either is just as exhausting as chasing her throughout my day. It is the cruel joke of parenthood.

Somehow the stars aligned, technology failed and storms saturated an otherwise overwhelming and overbooked day. Left to my own devices, laundry was done, dogs bathed and what wasn’t available for worry was created as such. There is no quiet as silent as the absence of a child. Unable to turn to technology for pointless perusal, I found myself in an odd predicament.

There was interrupted time for thought.

Failing to see the point in much needed selfmaintenance, I simply sat down. Another odd event that has grown less familiar over the past two years.

My mind drifted to a time long ago when humans were forced to think, socialize and exist without the immediacy of technological contact. Difficult to remember exactly how humanity behaved during

Cherimie Crane Weatherford, owner of SugarBelle boutique, Real Estate Broker and observer of all things momentous and mundane lives on Lady’s Island with her golfing husband, dancing toddler and lounging dogs.

such an archaic phase, I imagined the culture of the future. Will my daughter know quiet moments? Will she find hours that rely solely on her, completely void of the never-ending often over sharing input from the technological society?

How do I teach her to find joy in stillness? Her genetic make-up gives her no favor in inactivity. Will she know how to just “be”? With less than 15 minutes left to my seemingly eternal hour prior to her little feet running through the door, I find myself wanting a simpler time, a quieter time and time when conversations were had, not seen. A time when a friend was a thing to cherish, not to collect. A time when boredom led to imaginative creation and imaginative creation often led to memories.

Just as my mind is dancing with thoughts of her

Life is all about balance, and for me that means running in high heels.

future, society’s path and a Mothers fear, the door opens. Silence is but a memory and the race is on. The storm passes, TV, Internet and telephone fills the room and the awkwardness of thought loses to tickle fights and technology. Added to my complicated journey of raising a child, is the desire to teach her how to exist without technology, if I can remember how myself.

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Learn about all things pet related from medical to behavioral to just good ideas!

So what if I like to gobble my food, Mom?

By Dr. Parker T. Barker

Many years ago when I first came to live with Mom and my sister Peanut, I would practically swallow all my food in a Nano second and then sit right behind Peanut, who is a perfect lady and eats slowly, chews her food, and never rushes,.

As soon as she got rattled, I would scarf down her food too. Mom figured this out pretty quickly which is why I currently eat in the laundry room…but that is a story for another time.

What I have learned is that gulping down your food can be really bad for you and cause lots of problems that, believe me, takes away all the good thoughts you were having while ingesting at the speed of light.

Know the old saying “wolfing down food?” That expression started because wolves don’t get to eat every day. If no food is available, they simply don’t eat. So when food is plentiful, they gorge themselves.

Since dogs once came from wolves, there is some of this DNA that tells a dog “this might be the last meal you see in a while kiddo.” Even if they have always had two meals a day, there can be this lingering thought that this is their last supper.

And for rescue dogs, very seldom do you really know what life was like for this pup before they got to a shelter so food may have been scarce for them. But no matter what the reason, eating quickly is bad for all dogs.

Just like in some human families, siblings may cause some problems with everyone getting their share of the food.

If your dog eats it really fast, he might be saying that is the easiest and safest way to make sure no one else gets his food. So what’s the big deal?

Dr. Parker T. Barker received his doctorate in Squirrel Chasing and Hoovering from the University of Hartford, CT Rescue Center.

It’s a big deal because it can cause something called bloat. In med school we learned that bloat is when a dog swallows too much air while eating and it causes their stomach to swell and rotate. It also puts pressure on the organs in the body.

Because air, water and food become trapped in the stomach it can quickly become life threatening if the blood flow is cut off causing low blood pressure, internal organ damage and shock.

Not good.

The main symptom of bloat in dogs is unsuccessful vomiting. This is when your dog attempts to vomit but nothing comes up except maybe some mucous and/or foam. Among other symptoms, they won’t be acting like their usual self, may be anxious and appear in pain. If you suspect this, and know your dog is a quick eater, please get him to the Vet as soon as possible. Death is possible in as little as one hour.

Breaking the Habit Many dog owners think the problem of eating too fast will just go away or fix itself. The truth is that it may even get worse without intervention. The good news is there are remedies that work.

Here are some ways to limit the amount of food your dog can get all at once.

Hand Feeding Hand feeding allows you to monitor

Hand feeding is recommended for rescue dogs to slow their eating by only allowing them to eat what’s in hand.

food intake. Mom recommends this for all rescue dogs when you first get them. This quickly tells a new and potentially unsure new dog, who is in charge in the household.

Only the “big cheese” can be the one who hands out the food. By allowing your dog to eat a few pieces of food at a time from your hand will certainly slow down their eating and also create a bond between a dog and their new owner.

Floating Kibble Simply pour a small cup of water in the food dish then add the kibble. The floating food is more difficult to “catch” and will slow down the eating process. In addition, this will help release gases that are formed when the food is compacted.

Specialty food bowls I have a bowl with a big dome in the middle so the food sits around the outside and I can’t take it all in one big gobble.

There are many versions of this type of

bowl that can work. Plus lots of “kitchen hacks” that can also do the job. For example, you can use a Bundt cake pan, a cookie sheet (very hard to get all those little kibble pieces when they are spread out), a muffin pan (the dim sum approach to feeding), or try putting a large rock in the middle of the bowl. Not pretty but effective. (But make sure the rock is too big to eat or simply take out of the bowl.)

The idea is to prevent me from eating all my food in a single bite. Plus, it makes eating kind of fun if I have to work at it a bit. Do I still eat too fast? Probably, but I really do try to take it at a more moderate pace. There is something in my memory that I have repressed but which makes me have to have any food that appears. That wolf DNA is really strong in me. Either that or I am just hungry all the time. Mom says I’m a bottomless pit. Could be worse I guess. When’s dinner?

GOOD INTERNET RESEARCH SITES FOR PET FOOD Did you get a new pet? Maybe it’s time for a change with your pets diet. Before buying, check these sources.

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Albus is a handsome and playful boy with lots of love to give. He likes to go on long walks, and is great on a leash.

He would like a family without small children. He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on his vaccinations.

mation on more than 1,500 dry dog foods. The site is part of www.boxerworld.com and has been providing food reviews for 10 years.

3. Pet Food Ratings: Quick reference guides help users on this site along with a list of 19 of the best dry dog foods. It gives rankings for several grain-free dry

Neo is a handsome cat who loves to cuddle and spend time napping. He enjoys observing in high places, will purr when you pet him and enjoys being brushed. This senior has no adoption fee, but all other adoption criteria still apply.

He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on his vaccinations.

The Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center is open Monday - Saturday from 12 to 7 p.m.

Email us at info@palmettoanimalleague.org or call 843-645-1725 for more information.

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dog foods and provides a glossary of terms often found on the ingredients lists of dry dog food labels.

4. FDA.gov: This is stop No. 1 for dry dog food recall information. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration posts voluntary recalls by dog food makers as well as those mandated by the FDA for safety reasons.

what to do Free Reiki Infused Yoga offered twice in August

On Thursday, August 6th and 20th 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m., join the Outdoor Yogini, Brittney Hiller and Reiki Master, Chris (Sutty) Suddeth at the Port Royal, SC Wetlands Amphitheater for a Free RIY Event. Gentle Yoga stretching and the Spirit-Guided Life-Force Energy of Reiki combine for a family friendly opportunity for healing and unwinding after a long day. Commune with nature in the evening shade with friends and Lowcountry neighbors. What to bring: Yoga Mat or towel to practice on and a water bottle. Consider bringing a notebook to write down inspirations that may come. A “Kajarma” will be available if you’d like to leave a gift. Text or call Brittney 843-263-0320 or Sutty 843-263-2397 with any questions.

Republicans to meet in Bluffton on August 7th

There has been a great deal of interest in getting together to discuss the upcoming Fox News debate on August 6th. The Greater Bluffton Republican Club has decided to host a cocktail party to discuss the debate on Friday, August 7th from 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the Rose Hill Golf Club. We are assembling an All Star Panel to share their views and opinions. The panel will include local political leaders and will be announced soon. It will be a moderated discussion with ample participation from the audience. We will also provide complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. We will conclude with a straw poll.

Come out and represent your candidate and make your voice heard.

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Celebrate the Vietnam Veterans on August 8th

Join the members of the Healing Heroes of the Lowcountry Fund at a tribute to Vietnam Veterans on August 8th at 7 p.m. for an evening of music, laughter and more importantly, recognition. The Parris Island Marine Corps Band & Color Guard will be performing and the HHLF is pleased to announce that Medal of Honor and Bronze Star winner, Major General Robert E. Livingston, Jr. US Army Retired, will be the keynote speaker. Location of the event is yet to be determined. HHLF is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit organization established in 2013, to honor, empower and support our wounded military heroes, first responders and their families/caregivers.

For additional information, contact Dick Rooney at 410-991-3780.

Networking opportunity Sports registrations with Beaufort’s Black for YMCA Chamber of Commerce open The Wardle Family YMCA of Beaufort, The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce will have its First Friday Networking Event at Quality Inn on Friday, August 7, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The event will be hosted by 5LINX owner Jemyma Gervero. Learn how to create residual income and save money on the products and services you already use. RSVP by calling (843) 986-1102.

Beaufort Sport Fishing and Diving to meet

Beaufort Sport Fishing and Diving to hold meeting Beaufort Sport Fishing and Diving Club August meeting will be held Thursday August 13th at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club located off of Meridian Road on Lady’s Island.

The social begins at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7:00 p.m. A special guest presenter from the SC Dept. of National Resources will be undercover hero Eric Vaugh. He and his other colleagues will be talking about the steamy world of poachers and how they hurt our fisheries. They will also include ways on how we can assist them.

Additionally, new information will be handed out on the additional materials deployed at the Gordon, 5 miles off Bay Point. Guests are always welcomed and do not need a reservation. For additional information call Captain Frank Gibson at 843-522-2122.

located at 1801 Richmond Avenue, Port Royal, is now accepting registrations for Youth Flag Football (age 4-12) through Aug. 10 and Adult Outdoor Soccer (age 18+) through Sept. 7. The youth flag football season is Aug. 24 through Oct. 15, 2015 and the adult outdoor soccer season is Sept. 15 through Nov. 9, 2015. Flag football will be held at the Wardle Family YMCA, 1801 Richmond Avenue, Port Royal and adult outdoor soccer will be held at the St. Peter’s Catholic Church fields on Lady’s Island. Cost: Youth Flag Football ($50 member/$60 non-member); Adult Outdoor Soccer ($250 per team OR $40 member/ $50 non-member). For more information contact Lisa Redwine, Aquatics and Sports Director, ymcasportsco@gmail. com or 832.522.9622 ext. 224. Register at the Y front desk or on our website at ymcabeaufortcounty.com.

representing District 46 (Beaufort and Jasper County) in 2008 and reelected in 2012. He is a graduate of Furman University and received his law degree from the University Of Maryland School Of Law. He has practiced law in Beaufort since 1985 at Harvey & Battey, P. A. Prior to assuming his present office he managed Governor Mark Sanford’s 2002 and 2006 gubernatorial campaigns, served in Governor Sanford’s administration as senior policy advisor, co-chief of staff, deputy chief of staff, and chief of staff and chaired the bi-state Jasper Port Negotiating Committee. Senator Davis presently serves on the Senate Committees for Banking and Insurance, Corrections and Penology, Finance, Labor, Commerce and Industry and Medical Affairs.

District 4 Community Listening Meeting

Beaufort County Councilwoman Alice Howard and Beaufort County School District Board Member Joseph Dunkle, both of District 4, will host a Community Listening Meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2015. Discussion topics will include the Beaufort County Stormwater Utility Rate Study and the unitary status for the school district’s desegregation agreement and bond referendum. The meeting will be held from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Technical College of the LowCountry (TCL), Building #23 (the former Fellowship Hall), 921 Ribaut Road, Beaufort. The purpose of the meeting is to allow residents of District 4 an opportunity to share their concerns. Residents do not need to register in advance for the meeting.

Learn how to buy a home from local realtor

You are invited to attend FlameLilly Real Estate Group’s Home Buying Made Simple: Home Ownership Series August 12th between 6 to 7 p.m., 710 Boundary St., Beaufort. RSVP as space is limited to 843-605-3092.

Local authors to have book signing

Local authors Jack Gannon and Cindi Williams-Barnier will host the Port Royal debut of their new fiction novel, “Dawn of the Living Ghost,” on Wednesday, Aug. 12, at 3 p.m. at Helena Place Senior Living. Attendees can enjoy Happy Hour refreshments while the pair

discuss their novel and how their mutual high school dream of becoming authors came true after 35 years when they selfpublished their first novel. The event is free and open to the public of all ages.

Helena Place Senior Living is located at 1624 Paris Avenue directly across from the Port Royal Post Office. For more information, please call (843) 252-3001 or e-mail rewing@enlivant.com.

Learn how to develop a business plan

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC) and SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) will offer a business class focusing on developing a business plan, accessing a business loan and other financial strategies. The class will be held on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday on August 24, 26 and 28, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Call 843986-1102 to enroll. Classes will be held at the chamber office located at 801 Bladen Street in Beaufort. Cost for the class is $25 which will be reimbursed once the course has been satisfactorily completed.

Cousteau to speak at Port Royal Sound Foundation fundraiser

Phillipe Cousteau, grandson of famed ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau, will be the featured speaker at the Port Royal Sound Foundation’s anniversary celebration of its Maritime Center on Lemon Island.“Night on the Sound,” which includes a cocktail reception, locally sourced foods, live music and a silent auction, supports the Port Royal Foundation’s education and research efforts. The event will be held Oct. 31st.

Cousteau – explorer, social entrepreneur and environmental advocate – is a CNN special correspondent reporting on environmental and humanitarian issues around the world. The Port Royal Sound Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving land and improving water quality in the Port Royal Sound area. The foundation was formed to support and promote research in the Port Royal Sound area and educate people about the sound’s environmental, cultural, historical, artistic and economic contributions to the region’s quality of life.

To learn more about“Night on the Sound,” ticket sales and sponsorship opportunities; contact Alicia Taylor, Director of Development, at 843-645-7774 or ataylor@portoyalsoundfoundation.org.

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Senator Tom Davis to speak at LIBPA August meeting

Senator Davis will be the guest speaker at the Tuesday, August 11th meeting of the Lady’s Island Business and Professional Association which will be held at 8 a.m. in the Beaufort Realtor’s Association headquarters (located behind BB&T on Lady’s Island Drive). The meeting is open to the public. Senator Davis was elected to the South Carolina Senate, the island news | august 6-12, 2015 | www.yourislandnews.com

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