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Coastal Community Foundation announces new President & CEO
DECEMBER 17-23, 2015
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By Monica Tanouye
Darrin Goss, Sr., a highly regarded and experienced nonprofit leader, has been named President and CEO of Coastal Community Foundation (CCF). Goss, who currently heads the Capital Area United Way in Baton Rouge, LA, also has professional experience in higher education, government and industry. Raised on James Darrin Goss, Sr. Island, Goss is a graduate of Wofford College and North Greenville University, as well as a United States Army veteran. He is expected to join CCF on February 15, 2016. “Our search for a new CEO yielded a number of very impressive candidates,” said Board Chair David Jensen. “Darrin emerged as an extraordinary match for CCF’s mission and vision. We are confident his experience with coalition building, strategic planning, brand management and community planning will help take our organization to the next level.” In addition to his work at the Capital Area United Way, Goss led Community Impact at the United Way of Greenville County and directed multicultural affairs at Wofford College. Prior to that, he implemented training programs for Sunoco, Inc. He is also a graduate of The Riley Institute’s Diversity Leadership Initiative and the Clemson University at the Falls Leadership Summit. CCF currently manages more than $225 million in assets and awarded $20 million in grants in its last fiscal year. Since 1974, the Foundation has worked with donors to create permanent funds for charitable giving. Its mission is to foster philanthropy for the lasting good of the community. For more info., call 843-723-3635.
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Port Royal’s annual Christmas Golf Cart Parade hosts the “Snow Queen”, Santa & more!
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Teaching her children about respect of fallen heroes, Amber Godowns helps her two boys, Asa III, and Karson, lay a Christmas wreath on the head stone of a total stranger Saturday at Beaufort National Cemetery. Photo by Bob Sofaly.
Wreaths Across America honor Fallen at the Beaufort National Cemetery By Bob Sofaly
It took only a few minutes for 1,500 volunteers from every walk life to lay out 3,700 Christmas wreaths during the annual Wreaths Across American ceremony on Saturday at Beaufort National Cemetery. Saturday’s ceremony
in Beaufort was part of an organized effort to remember the fallen during the Christmas season, All 1,100 national and military cemeteries as well as those cemeteries with military dead, WREATHS continued on page 4
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The unidentified “Snow Queen” waves her scepter to her public as her golf cart makes its way down Paris Avenue on Saturday evening in Port Royal.
By Bob Sofaly
Saturday night’s annual Christmas Golf Cart Parade was deemed a great success, albeit brief, by those who came
It wouldn’t be a Christmas parade with Santa Claus bringing up the rear. Here, the jolly old elf is illuminated with bright lights from the fire truck following behind.
out to see it. Golf carts decorated with cardboard cut-outs and Christmas lights paraded down Paris Avenue in Port Royal ending up at Live Oaks
Center for a party. Even Santa rode in the back of one of the carts which was all lit up by the headlights of the fire truck following along behind.
Farm Bureau receives Women’s Award Ann Ackerman, Beaufort County Farm Bureau Women’s Committee Chair, received a special achievement award on behalf of Beaufort County from SCFB State Women’s Leadership Committee Chair Frances Price during the organization’s 72nd Annual Meeting held recently in Myrtle Beach. Beaufort County was recognized for having one of the top Farm Bureau women’s programs in the state during 2015. South Carolina Farm Bureau is a grassroots, non-profit organization celebrating and supporting family farmers, locally grown food, and our rural lands through legislative advocacy, education, and community outreach. By connecting farmers to the larger community, Farm Bureau cultivates understanding about agriculture’s importance to South Carolina’s local economies.
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Who’s News In a continuing effort to improve patient access to primary care, Beaufort Memorial Hospital has added another nurse practitioner to its staff at Lowcountry Medical Group. Pauline Phillips, FNP-C, will be working with board-certified internist Dr. Robert Parrick at the busy multi-specialty practice. A nurse practitioner with family, pediatric and geriatric advanced nursing experience, Phillips most recently worked at a long term care and rehabilitation center in Columbus, Ohio, treating patient with both chronic and acute diseases.
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Local firefighter receives award
Ryan Roberts is a firefighter who has been with the Lady’s Island /St Helena Fire District for a little less than a year. He enrolled in a paramedic class that is nine months long and he was recently awarded the David S Bacon “best of the best” award for finishing top of his class.
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Parris Island cuts the ribbon to new main gate By Bob Sofaly
Anybody who travels on Parris Island Gateway on their way to work knows how badly traffic can be backed up on Thursday and Friday for Recruit graduation at Parris Island Marine Corps Recruit Depot. All of that changed on Tuesday, December 8th after the ribbon cutting ceremony official opened the new, hitech main gate. “There are three entry lanes into the gate”, according to Parris Island architect David Woodward. There is also a separate lane for inspections of all commercial vehicles as well as pre-selected cars coming aboard the depot.” Protecting the military policemen and civilian security is bullet proof glass all around three stations. Surrounding those stations are steel reinforced concrete bollards and reinforced brickwork should a car try and break through. Keith Henderson, Parris Island’s AntiTerrorism Force Protection Project Manager said there is also “final barrier” which will act much like an arresting cable to catch landing aircraft. “It will pop up and catch an out of control car and ease it to a complete stop instead of crushing it like a solid barrier would”, he said. There is also a turn- around lane for those who get caught up in traffic or are simply lost. Some interesting facts about the new gate are: • Three processing entry lanes, one gate house, three sentry buildings and one support building housed under a 10,000 square foot canopy • Approximately 60,000 man-hours have been devoted to this project • 83,000 cubic yards of dirt were brought to build the new road/traffic circle. That translates into 6,000 truck-
Photo above: the new hi-tech Parris Island Marine Corps Depot main gate is designed to keep traffic flowing while adding layers of “force protection” for the MP’s guarding it.
Cpl. Cody Pervenecki, left, holds a portable scanner used to scan driver’s license while Lance Cpl. Austin Rezendes watches traffic after the official ribbon cutting of the new main gate. at MCRD Parris Island. Also shown are the steel reinforced concrete bollards at lower left and the bullet proof glass of the sentry buildings in the background.
loads of dirt. • 19,000 cubic yards of asphalt • 3,000 feet of cable barrier • 200,000 pounds of structural steel
Cutting the ribbon to officially open the new Main Gate at Parris Island Recruit Depot are from left, Jeff Achten, Final Net Solutions; Col. Jeffrey Fultz, Chief of Staff; Depot Sgt. Maj. Angela Maness and Brig. Gen. Terry V. Williams, commanding general of Paris Island Recruit Depot.
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all held the same ceremony at noon on Saturday and placed fresh wreaths on the head stones. Originating at Arlington National Cemetery, the program was “expanded in 2007 to all cemeteries all over the Country to place wreaths on individual graves”, according the Wreaths Across America website. For more information or to purchase a wreath for next year, go to www. wreathsacrossamerica.org/act-now/ start-fundraising.
It took about 1,500 volunteers only a few minutes to lay 3,700 Christmas wreaths on head stones during the Wreaths Across America on Saturday at Beaufort National Cemetery.
Tony Burke volunteered to play his bag pipes during the ceremony Saturday at Beaufort National Cemetery. Burke said he’d always wanted to play “the pipes” so be bought a set and taught himself.
Celebrate the holidays with the Gullah/Geechees The Gullah/Geechee Sea Island Coalition is the premiere organization for the advocacy of the continuation of Gullah/Geechee culture, history, heritage and traditions. This national organization with international supporters will host a free “Gullah/ Geechee Nation Holiday Celebration” from 3 to 7 p.m. at MJs Soul Food on historic St. Helena Island on Saturday, December 19. Everyone is invited to bring the family and join in purchasing Gullah/Geechee crafts, items, and cuisine while dancing to holiday and R & B music provided by All Mobile Productions™ (AMP™). 4
St. Helena Island’s own Queen Quet, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation, is the founder of the Gullah/ Geechee Sea Island Coalition and will be hosting the “Gullah/Geechee Nation Holiday Celebration.” She will sign books, CDs, DVDs, and posters throughout the afternoon. This celebration will be the culmination of the “Gullah/Geechee Land & Legacy World Tour’s” 2015 engagements for her and will also be the nineteen anniversary of the Gullah/Geechee Sea Island Coalition. So, Queen Quet says, “Disya gwine
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be a time fa tru! Praise GAWD fa blessin we fa cum togedda een de Gullah/Geechee Nation fa de Holy Days Celebration ya!” She looks forward to meeting and greeting native Gullah/Geechees and visitors during the celebration. Gullah/Geechee crafts artisans will join Queen Quet at “MJs Soul Food” on Highway 21/Sea Island Parkway on St. Helena Island. “MJs” is a Gullah/Geechee owned and operated restaurant that specializes in traditional and soul foods. So, cum fa nyam wid we and celebrate wid de Gullah/Geechee!
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schools & sports GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL Beaufort High turns back Colleton County
Beaufort High pulled away to beat host Colleton County 59-37 in a girls’ high school basketball game on Tuesday, Dec. 8. The victory allowed Beaufort High to remain perfect early in the 2015-16 season. With the win, Beaufort High moved to 6-0.
Whale Branch beats Bluffton In a girls’ basketball game, host Whale Branch beat Bluffton 44-36. Jonae Riley scored a game-high 22 points to lead Whale Branch past Bluffton 44-36 in a girls’ high school basketball game on Tuesday, Dec. 8. Following Riley in the Whale Branch scoring column, Nichole Smalls added seven points for the Warriors. Tianna Donaldson paced Bluffton with 10 points. Donaldson was the only Bluffton scorer to reach double figures in the early-season contest.
Beaufort Academy rolls over Charleston Collegiate Beaufort Academy used a balanced offensive effort to defeat Charleston Collegiate 52-27 in a girls’ high school basketball game on Tuesday, Dec. 8. With the win, Beaufort Academy moved to 3-0.
HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING Battery Creek wins tri-match over Stall, Johnson (Ga.)
In high school wrestling, reigning Class 2-A state champion Battery Creek rolled past Stall and Johnson (Ga.) in a tri-match on Wednesday, Dec. 9. With the win, undefeated Battery Creek moved to 4-0. Battery Creek beat Stall 66-12. And went on to beat Johnson (GA) 84-0. Battery Creek returned to the mat in its final tune-up before competing in the Cane Bay Invitational. Undefeated individuals for Battery Creek in the tri-match victory over familiar foes Stall and Johnson (GA) were Omar Daniels, Trevon Grier, Liam Payne, Porter Mahan, Marcel Poracky, Kevin Bryant, Cooper Kaminsky, Michael Selby, Nate Torres, Tommy Burden and Deshaun Kyles.
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Battery Creek 48, Bluffton 47
Battery Creek edged longtime rival Bluffton 48-47 in a boys’ high school basketball game also on last Friday night. Adonis Williams paced Battery Creek with 12 points, four rebounds and five assists. Accompanying Williams in double figures, Isaiah Maye contributed 11 points, eight rebounds, two steals and one block for the Dolphins. Additional key contributors for Battery Creek were T.J. Simmons and Markell Smalls. Simmons scored nine points and Smalls provided eight points, five rebounds and four assists for the Dolphins.
Beaufort Academy captures Coca-Cola Classic Beaufort Academy outlasted Dorchester Academy 50-46 to win the Thomas Heyward Academy Coca-Colas Classic at Thomas Heyward Academy last Friday night. With the tournament title-clinching victory, the Beaufort Academy boys’ basketball team improved to 3-2. Luke Harper paced Beaufort Academy with a game-high 22 points in the title tilt. Harper was also named the tournament’s most valuable player. Directly behind Harper in the Beaufort Academy scoring column, Kevin Williams netted 10 points for the Eagles. Williams was named to the all-tournament team. Dorchester Academy wasn’t without its highlights in the four-point loss. Leading Dorchester Academy offensively, Lance Brownlee scored a team-high 19 points. The Eagles excelled late to hold on for the championship victory. The Beaufort Academy boys’ basketball team will look to carry momentum from the Thomas Heyward Academy-hosted tournament over into the remainder of the 2015-16 season.
FAVORITE TEACHER AT BHS WINS $100 Beaufort High School’s Ms. Marton won $100 for classroom supplies after student, Austin Burnett, entered her in the Favorite Teacher Contest held in the office of Dr. Skeet B. Pictured on left: Principal, Corey Murphy, Ann Paige (Coastal Orthodontics), Lila Marton, Austin Burnett and Janet Villalta (Coastal Orthodontics) urris and Dr. Travis Fiegle.
BOE reviewing need for lower-cost housing for teachers as recruitment & retention incentive The Beaufort County Board of Education will consider an affordable housing program that Superintendent Jeff Moss says will help the district recruit and retain teachers in the county, which has South Carolina’s highest cost of living. Moss said the initiative’s goal would be to provide one-, twoor three-bedroom apartments that would rent for considerably less than currently monthly rates in the local rental market. “We’re struggling to attract and retain the numbers of classroom teachers we need,” Moss said. “And teachers who turn down jobs in our district – or teachers who accept jobs here but move away after a year or two – frequently cite housing expenses as a major factor in their decisions. “More than 40 prospective teachers went through our application and interview process this year. We offered them jobs, but they ultimately declined those offers. There’s no doubt in my mind that our high housing costs factored into those decisions.” At a recent Beaufort County Board of Education meeting, Bluffton High School students presented a research report indicating that the county’s cost of living can be as much as 65 percent higher than some South Carolina counties that
compete with Beaufort County for teachers. The Bluffton High students, members of Justin Robinson’s Civil Engineering and Architecture class, also showed Board members preliminary designs for one-, two- and three-bedroom homes for teachers. Moss said that he had held preliminary discussions about the proposal with the Beaufort Housing Authority, the Town of Bluffton and other possible stakeholders and supporters. Although it is too early in the process to estimate costs for the initiative, Moss said that funds would come from grants and other sources, not from the school district’s budget. The date when the first homes would be available for teachers would depend on how quickly the proposal advances, Moss said. A teacher housing program would not be unprecedented because the district provided housing to teachers over a threedecade period from the 1940s to the 1960s. The Board of Education has already moved to help with the district’s high cost of living by funding a $1,000-a-year “locality supplement” for district employees. Board members have expressed a desire to increase that supplement in $1,000 increments each year until it totals $5,000 annually.
New Advanced Technical Center opens at Battery Creek HS Educators and community leaders cut a ceremonial ribbon today and followed student guides on a tour of the Beaufort County School District’s first facility dedicated exclusively to career and technology education. Beginning in January, the new Advanced Technical Center at Battery Creek High School will offer students cutting-edge, technology-rich classrooms specializing in agri-science, aviation and aerospace, culinary arts, mechatronics (mechanical and electronic engineering) and welding. “People across the country talk about an ‘employment gap,’ but the
real challenge we face is a ‘skills gap,’ ” said Superintendent Jeff Moss. “Too many job applicants for high-paying occupations simply don’t have the skills that employers are looking for. This facility is part of the solution to that challenge.” Moss said that the Advanced Technical Center – along with a similar facility at the under-construction May River High School – are key parts of a broader district-wide expansion of career and technology education (CATE) instructional choices. Students in CATE courses will have the option of pursuing additional studies in college
or obtaining industry certifications that will allow them to get good jobs as soon as they leave high school. “It’s all about options – providing more career options for students,” said district CATE Coordinator Karen Gilbert. “The courses offered here will give students opportunities to get a head-start on their careers while they’re still in high school, and also increase their chances for college admission or for immediate success in the job market.” Following the ribbon-cutting ceremonies, CATE students at Battery Creek High demonstrated the Advanced Technical Center’s high-tech
classroom capabilities for the guests. Those features include a computer flight simulator, industrial welding stations and a full commercial kitchen where students led by teacher-chef Gregory Lightner prepared lunches and desserts for visitors. “This is an exciting and very special day,” said Battery Creek High Principal Ed Burnes. “This is an amazing addition to our campus, and every student who sees it comes away impressed.” The district estimates that more than 1,000 additional students will enroll in CATE courses as their availability expands across the county.
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Modern Jewelers is a girl’s best friend By Molly Ingram
On December 9th, approximately 100 ladies gathered at Modern Jewelers to enjoy some wonderful hors d’oeuvres and wine along with some time to chat with friends, do some Christmas shopping, and get themselves in the holiday spirit. As always, Kevin and Rosemary Cuppia and son Chase were generous
hosts and rumor has it that their famous “grab bags” sold out. Somehow I think some personal purchases crept in there along with the holiday gifts. So as I wandered around the Bay Street store, two things struck me. One was that there were about 85 items I would love to own (not counting the fine jewelry) sitting on the tables and
shelves as I looked around and two, how enthusiastic the crowd was about bringing a gift – or two or three – for underprivileged children involved with the Neighborhood Outreach Connection. All in all, Santa would have been proud. Everybody seemed to benefit for this great night. Thanks Modern Jewelers.
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Beaufort Capital Sales Tax Commission asks public to submit capital projects ideas The Beaufort County Council has formed a Capital Sales Tax Commission to develop a list of capital projects to be funded by a local sales tax increase. The Commission’s goal is to develop the language or question to be placed on the ballot for consideration by voters during the November 2016 Election period. The Commission, or Penny Tax Commission (PTC), has directed that all applications for capital projects that are to be considered must be reviewed and approved by local County and/or municipal governments. Submissions for review must have supporting documentation including, but not limited to, a full description of the project, the needs associated with the project, the area to be served, and the estimated capital cost including soft cost (planning, engineering, and land acquisition, for example). The PTC has developed the following basic guidelines for the types of projects that may be considered by the PTC for inclusion on the initial list: 1. The project must be a realistic and achievable public capital infrastructure need. 2. Projects that have other sources of funding as well as completed planning and engineering will be given greater consideration. 3. Projects must be sized to allow
completion in a reasonable period of time. 4. The project must have postdevelopment operations and maintenance costs budgeted and funded at the time the project is expected to be completed. 5. The project should not be in direct competition with private sector development but may be complimentary in nature (generally a public use). 6. Projects must be physical in nature (brick and mortar). Keep in mind that the PTC will be looking at projects that provide countywide benefits, or those that serve a larger section of the greater community. The deadline for submitting a project list to the PTC is February 1, 2016. Submissions should be sent to: Beaufort County Finance Department Attn: Linda Maietta 106 Industrial Village Road, Building #2 Beaufort, SC 29906 The PTC will review the initial project list and set up public, televised meetings for the applicants to present and answer questions related to their project list. Presentations will be scheduled as soon as possible after March 1, 2016.
SunGate Medical Group adds to their practices by aquiring Aqua Medical Spa SunGate Medical Group (SGMG) has acquired Aqua Medical Spa in Port Royal adding to their practices across the Lowcountry. Aqua Medical Spa is Beaufort’s first allinclusive medical spa and salon that provides convenient and luxurious accommodations while working to enhance the clients’ natural beauty. The entire Aqua Medical Spa staff will remain the same, with SGMG Medical Director Dr. Kenneth Farr becoming the new medical director. “We are thrilled to be able to 10
expand SunGate’s reach into Beaufort and across the Lowcountry. Aqua Medical Spa has a wonderful staff and an amazing following. We can’t wait to see how our expanded services can help the people in and around Beaufort,” said Farr. Currently, Aqua Medical Spa has an extensive array of spa services, as well as being a full- service salon. SGMG plans to expand these services, adding more options for aesthetic treatments, plastic surgery, dermatology, weight loss and age management medicine.
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Business After Hours: Crowley, Wechsler & Associates LLC hosted Business After Hours on Thursday, December 10th.
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Coping with caregiver costs More Americans are facing rising caregiver costs. The financial challenge of caring for an aging parent can also create caregiver stress. Don’t allow caring for an aging parent or spouse to become a crisis. Nearly 10 million adults over the age of 50 provide care or financial support for aging parents. Their ranks have swelled significantly over the last decade and will continue to grow, according to a study on caregivers by MetLife.* The cost of providing care for a loved one – whether an ailing spouse or elderly parent – can be daunting. Beyond medical expenses, such as inhouse or nursing home care, it can also include lost income due to the large time commitment. The MetLife study estimates caregiver responsibilities for the average person age 50 and older can result in a total of more than $300,000 in lost wages and benefits. There is some good news. There may be ways to provide for an aging parent or loved one without jeopardizing your finances now or in the future. Here are some strategies to consider. Talk to Your Employer Caring for a family member can be a 24-hour-a-day responsibility. The demands of a full-time job can make taking care of an aging parent or spouse difficult. Discussing the situation with your employer as soon as possible may help create a better position for yourself. For example, you may be able to negotiate flexible work hours that allow you to take time away for doctor appointments. Your employer may also be willing to allow telecommuting options. Working from home might allow you to stay productive while meeting the needs of your ailing spouse or parent. Review Your Parent’s Finances While your parent is still healthy, sit down to discuss his or her financial situation. Talk about everything from retirement savings and monthly Social Security benefits to current health care premiums and housing costs. These discussions can give you a better handle on just how much financial support you may be expected to provide. Your Financial Advisor can help you weigh your options, and may be able to serve as a neutral third party during conversations with your parent about financial matters. Your parent’s financial situation may even make her eligible for certain benefits.
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The Lunch Bunch ladies (and Michael) enjoyed a delightful meal at the newly opened Brody’s Bar & Grill located just behind Publix, where Barbara Jean’s used to be, on Lady’s Island. It has been redone from top to bottom and is truly a sports bar with 30+ TV screens and Sunday’s dedicated to NFL Football at the moment which is as it should be. The menu is limited but has depth. By that I mean they offer the traditional “wings” but at Brody’s you can have them with 14 different marinades. And these marinades run the gamut from Tap Out (for the loud mouthed fan) to Garlic Butter and Parmesan. We started with the Ultimate Nachos which were big enough for several people to enjoy and moved into staples like Chili, the Chicken Caesar Wrap,
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the Buffalo Chicken Wrap, Chloe’s Cobb Salad and a basic hot dog just how Michael liked it! And somehow we saved room for a giant Chocolate Fudge Sunday for dessert! Yum. Plus, the bar has lots of great beers to choose from, a good house Pinot Grigio, and excellent service. What more could you ask for? If you like the atmosphere of a sports bar with its caCris Morrison maraderie and energy, Brody’s is for you. We all suspect it will become a regular spot to go for many of us who enjoy a local restaurant that will “know your name” after a few visits. Thanks Cris for a great lunch! Brody’s Bar & Grill, located at 47 Ferry Drive, is open Monday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
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arts&entertainment White to receive Spirit & Pride of South Carolina Award Multi-talented television host, fashion Icon and actress, Vanna White will be presented the Spirit & Pride of South Carolina Award at the 10th Annual Beaufort International Film Festival being held February 10 - 14, 2016. The award will be presented during the festival awards ceremony on Saturday, February 13 “We are thrilled and honored to announce that native South Carolinian Vanna White from North Myrtle Beach will be the newest recipient of the Spirit & Pride of South Carolina Award at the 10th annual Beaufort International Film Festival,” stated Festival Executive Director Ron Tucker. This award was established to recognize that person native to South Carolina or current resident whose career achievements in the industries of film, television, or music have reflected positively on themselves and the state of South Carolina. The inaugural award was presented to Gaffney, SC native, Actress/Model Andie MacDowell in 2015. Vanna quickly became a household name when she was named co-host of Wheel of Fortune in 1982. After auditioning alongside over 200 other hopefuls, Merv Griffin ultimately awarded the coveted spot to Vanna for her intelligence, all-American beauty, grace and
Laurie McCall, Bluffton resident and author, will be reading and signing copies of her debut novel, Sway of the Siren, on Saturday, December 19 from 2-4 p.m. at The Red Piano Too Art Gallery located at 870 Sea Island Parkway on St. Helena Island. Sway of the Siren, a May River Press publication, is a story of redeeming love. Set in the Lowcountry, Sway of the Siren seamlessly weaves history throughout a compelling narrative written in poetic prose,
exuberant personality. Growing up in North Myrtle Beach, Vanna never dreamed that one day she would be a pop culture icon. After attending the Atlanta School of Fashion Design and becoming one of the area’s top models, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career. Vanna White Soon after her move to Los Angeles, she was awarded her position on Wheel of Fortune and has been turning letters ever since. Since her debut on the show, she has appeared in more than 6,000 episodes of America’s Game® revealing puzzles on the iconic puzzleboard, cheering on contestants and dazzling in a new outfit every night. For her work on Wheel of Fortune, Vanna was recognized by “Guinness World Records” as “Most Frequent Clapper.” Vanna puts her hands together for contestants more than 600 times each night – that’s over 3.7 million claps during the last 32 seasons. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce also honored Vanna with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in April 2006.
taking the reader on a journey through oppression, seduction, destruction, and finally redemption. Laurie will be joined by her mentor, muse, and friend, Elijah Heyward Jr., author of Stories and Poems of a Gullah Native, who will also be reading from his book and sharing stories. This event is free and open to the public. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served, and copies of Sway of the Siren will be for sale. 40% of all proceeds from
With her success, Vanna has become a champion of philanthropy. Combining her passions for crocheting and helping children, she launched her own line of yarn called “Vanna’s Choice,” from which a portion of the proceeds are donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. To date, Vanna has donated well over $1 million through “Vanna’s Choice” sales. Vanna has volunteered her time with the Los Angeles Regional Foodbank and Rebuilding Together, the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to creating safe and healthy homes. She has also participated in campaigns supporting the American Heart Association, Susan G. Komen Foundation and for Verizon Wireless’s literacy campaign. Beyond her work on TV and her philanthropic efforts, Vanna spends her time on her favorite job— being a mom to her two children, Nicholas and Giovanna. She is a strong believer in fitness and leads a healthy lifestyle, which includes spinning and yoga. For more information about the 10th Annual Beaufort International Film Festival, visit beaufortfilmfestival.com. The festival is produced by the Beaufort Film Society.
this event will go to PAFEN (PanAfrican Family Empowerment and Land Preservation Network), a local charity in Beaufort that helps preserve Gullah/ Geechee ancestral land. Laurie McCall has been teaching high school English for nearly two decades. She and her husband have two sons, and they live in the Lowcountry of South Carolina.
USCB set to welcome author Barb Schmidt to Dataw On Wednesday, January 13th, meet author Barb Schmidt at a luncheon in the Carolina Room at the Dataw Club. Author of The Practice, Barb Schmidt radiates enthusiasm and passion. She is one of those rare individuals who shows that she truly cares in every aspect of her life. She is a businesswoman, philanthropist, and spiritual teacher with over thirty years devoted to spiritual development and research. She has studied with Thich Nhat Hanh, Deepak Chopra, Scott Peck,
and Marianne Williamson, among many other notable teachers. As founder of Spirit of Giving Network and cofounder and past president of Ronald McDonald Children Charities of South Florida, Barb raised millions of dollars for children and families in need. In The Practice, Barb shares how to integrate a spiritual practice with daily life. This small book supplies a very practical answer by setting out clear guidelines on how to transform our daily
round into a spiritual path. This includes instruction on being present in the moment with focused attention, mantra recitation, and opening the heart to Barb Schmidt all others in gratitude and loving kindness. This beautiful book is filled with practical advice and inspirational instruction. Having embarked on a spiritual
search and practiced sincerely for many years, Barb Schmidt herself radiates the intelligence and harmonious kindness that she teaches. So this book is the result of her own experience and will appeal to anyone - irrespective of religious affiliations - interested in traveling the spiritual path. Registration begins at 11:30 and lunch will be served at noon. For further information, contact USCB Center for the Arts at (843) 521-4145.
Gaynor to receive the “Behind the Scenes” Award South Carolina’s “Go To” professional Sound Mixer, Jonathan Gaynor, will be honored at the 10th Annual Beaufort International Film Festival taking place February 10-14, 2016 in Beaufort. He will be presented with the festival’s prestigious “Behind the Scenes” Award for his work on more than 50 film and television programs spanning more than 20 years. His resume includes work on films like Forrest Gump, Dear John, The Notebook, and The Patriot. Also included is work in the Sound
Department on the long running television series, Army Wives. Jonathan began recording sound professionally in the late 1970s while involved with theatrical and film lighting, live sound reinforcement and photography. After moving to South Carolina from New York City in the late 1980s and seeing a need for someone to service the growing film and TV production sound market, he acquired his first recording package with the help of a sound mentor from his theater days. In
the twenty some years since then he’s had the pleasure of working alongside many skilled and creative people helping to make a number of enduring stories for the screen. For more information about the 10th Annual Beaufort International Film Festival, visit beaufortfilmfestival. com. The festival is produced by the Jonathan Gaynor Beaufort Film Society.
Save the date for a special event on Jan. 30: A unique evening hosted by the Beaufort Arts Council, The Harlem Renaissance, is being held January 30, 2016 at Tabby Place from 7 to 11 p.m. This event recognizes the unique cultural contributions of African-Americans and the period known as the Harlem Renaissance. All proceeds will benefit the Beaufort Arts Council’s programs and services. Enjoy the music, dance, food, silent auction, cash bar, and extraordinary entertainment when you join us for the Harlem Renaissance. Tickets are available at the Beaufort Arts Council at 2127 Boundary Street in Beaufort or online at www.beaufortartscouncil.org. 14
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PARIS TALKS FOCUS ATTENTION ON RISING SEAS By Bill Rauch
The next time a young person asks you what is the business of the future, you might consider telling them “bulkheads.” “Bulkheads are very popular in Beaufort County,” County Planning Director Tony Criscitello told me on Monday. And they will likely become more popular. Three low-lying Pacific nations, Kiribati, Tokelau and Tuvalu (within the Marshall Islands), caught the world’s attention last week when their leaders told negotiators at the global warming summit in Paris that they believe their nations will be largely under water by 2090, The Wall Street Journal reported. Their claim was based upon the Australian Bureau of Meteorology’s findings that sea levels will rise by “as much as 87 centimeters (nearly 3 feet) by 2090.” What does that mean for us? One of the world’s foremost experts on sea level rise, climate scientist Robert Kopp, Associate Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Rutgers University, told me Monday that for a variety of very complicated reasons that include where the Antarctic glaciers are melting fastest and the earth’s orbit and its relationship to the earth’s curvature, sea level rise in Beaufort and the Carolina Lowcountry in the upcoming years will be “slightly above the global average, while the Marshall Islands will be about average.” What would three feet of sea level rise mean for Beaufort? To see, go to https://coast.noaa.gov/slr where the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has put up a handy interactive map that shows which lands everywhere in the USA will be underwater at 1-6 feet of sea level rise. The map shows that “The Green” at Pinckney and King Streets would be more than 50% underwater at high tide if the mean sea level were to rise by three feet.
A reporter, publisher, ghostwriter and author, Bill Rauch was the mayor of Beaufort from 1999-2008. Email Bill at TheRauchReport@ gmail.com.
Furthermore, NOAA has been studying the rise in “nuisance flooding.” The agency’s oceanographers have found that the number of days that Charleston has had salt water flooding in its streets rose from 8 in 1960 to 33 in 2014. The 2015 tally isn’t in yet, of course, but with the recent king tides the number won’t be small. NOAA’s September, 2015 nuisance flooding report attributes the rise in flooding in coastal communities around the country to “higher sea levels and more frequent storm surge, compounded by the strengthening El Niño.” How much have the seas actually risen? “About two inches since the year 2000,” Professor Kopp says. Brady Phillips, a climate expert at NOAA further explained that the recent rise is due almost entirely to the thermal expansion of water at one degree Celsius higher. The effect of the much-publicized melting glaciers has largely not yet been felt, he said. In 2013, the year after Hurricane Sandy killed 43 New Yorkers and caused $71 billion in property damage, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg
This screenshot from NOAA’s website shows what The Green at Pinckney and Kings Streets in Beaufort would look like at high tide, were the seas to rise by 36 inches. A prominent climate scientist said Monday that his researches indicate the global sea level has risen two inches in the past 15 years.
they will face the threat. In a modest way, without formally acknowledging it, the County is doing so already. Eddie Bellamy, Beaufort County’s Public Works Director, the man on the front lines, told me this on Monday: “This global warming, I don’t know what causes it, but I darn sure know it exists. Those king tides we just had, those were higher tides than anybody I work with can remember.” Bellamy’s present primary focus in the face of salt water flooding, he said, is on keeping the county’s roads above sea level, and on the most low-lying ones he says the county’s been trucking in dirt to get their elevations up. The last time this happened, Professor Kopp added, was 125,000 years ago. Then, according to the professor’s researches, the Earth was 5 degrees warmer than it is today and the seas were 7-9 meters (22-28 ft.) higher. That’s a lot of bulkheads that will be built between here and there.
announced the $20 billion “Stronger, More Resilient New York Plan” that took for its premise “We can fight for and rebuild what was lost, fortify the shoreline, and develop waterfront areas for the benefit of all New Yorkers. The city cannot, and will not, retreat.” The plan calls for a variety of measures like bulkheads, elevating low-lying streets and better drainage systems. Japan too — also in the wake of a natural disaster, in their case the 2011 tsunami that badly damaged the Fukushima Nuclear Facility — has undertaken an aggressive shoreline protection program. Japan’s plan calls for more than 300 miles of seawalls, some several stories high. No one at Beaufort County was aware last week of any similar grand plans to fortify infrastructure that the county or its municipalities have developed. But one thing’s for sure: like New York and Tokyo, Beaufort County and communities on all three coasts will not retreat. If it comes,
Recalling the Gift of the Magi this Christmas
By Lee Scott
This is the time of the year when we run around buying gifts for loved ones and struggle to find the perfect one. In O. Henry’s classic Christmas story, The Gift of the Magi, we are reminded that giving presents should come from the heart. How sad that we cannot find the right gifts for the people we love when the two characters in the story sold their prized possessions to go out and buy a gift for their loved one. She cut and sold her hair to buy him a fob chain for his prized watch, an heirloom from his grandfather. And he sold his watch so he could buy beautiful combs for her hair. Talk about gifts from the heart. I am embarrassed to say that I thought of this story as I stood in line purchasing
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my favorite Shirley Temple movie. There are Poetry books from my father and wonderful books from my son, daughter and daughter-in-law; all of them with personal inscriptions. And then there are the treasured letters and cards from my parents where I am reminded of birthdays and events we shared. These are the gifts I still treasure. And so, Master Finnegan is still getting the i-Tunes card. But his two main gifts will be a book called Gulliver’s Travels with a personal inscription from his grandmother; “May you enjoy a lifetime of reading”. He will also receive a letter from me describing our time together this year. These are the gifts from my heart that hopefully he will treasure in years to come.
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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.
an i-Tunes card for my grandson. And I am not the only one either. Many people revert to giftcards instead of trying to buy gifts. I was justifying this purchase because my grandson loves to play electronic games. But what happens when he is my age and he is thinking of the gifts he received from me. Will he remember the i-Tunes giftcard? Where
is the gift from my heart? Now looking around my home office I realize that I have gifts received throughout my life sitting in my book cabinet. The book Madeleine was given to me when I was six years old soon after I had my appendix out just like Madeleine. The book Heidi was given to me for my eighth birthday after seeing
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They lingered on the field and the dugout well in after the celebration on the other side of the field had died down, clinging to the final minutes of an era. The University of Beaufort softball South Carolina team’s season ended — and with it, the careers of nine seniors who helped CLOSED TO start the program four years ago — with consecutive losses SHELLFISH to top-seeded Campbellsville HARVESTING (Ky.) in the USC Beaufort Bracket Softball National of the NAIA Opening Round. Championship For the second time in three seasons, the Sand Sharks fell one win short of NAIA Softball the World Series. But afterwards, the focus was much more on had accomplished. all this group The nine seniors took part in 161 wins over the past four seasons. They won a regular-season Sun Conference championship, finished as regular-season Above and below: runners-up three Pewter Kinglsey-Smith times, and won tells volunteers , on left, the how the new oyster built and passes Tournament twice, Sun Conference reef is going to them old crab be including a run pots. of five straight victories to come through the loser’s bracket earlier this month. Several times Wednesday appeared they it would add one more victory and one more accolade the resume. to
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More than 120 form. “We have 120 volunteers at the Port Royal volunteers gathered to lay out gathered 300 castle blocks Saturday to help Maritime Center on pots” for oysters to attach and 25 crab build an artificial reef on the banks oyster “We also have to, he of the Chechessee 250 bags of recycled said. Peter Kingsley-Smith River. shells” that oyster will be laid in the , a biologist with SC Department mud near the the other oyster of attractants. Kingsley-Smith shellfish research Natural Resources’ said the science collaborative different mediums section, said three the state throughout would not be possible give oysters a kick were being used to a grant from the non-profit without start and help new beds Estuarine National Research Society.
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And this week, we will discuss Italian Champagne By Celia Strong Whoa! Wait a minute! There is no such thing. At least, that’s what we’ve all been told. Relax. All that we have learned is still good. And correct. It’s just that we get to learn a whole new wine this week. And, after we taste our new wine, I suspect we will have had our eyes opened wider. Always a good thing when it comes to new wines. So, off we go to Italy. To a region that we don’t know well. Mostly because we don’t drink a lot of their wines. Lombardy, one of the twenty wine regions in Italy, Lombardy is located in the northwestern part of the country, east of the Piedmont region. It is just over 9,000 square miles and about ten million people (a sixth of the country’s total) live there. Milan is the capital city of Lombardy. The region’s name goes back to a Germanic tribe, the Lombards, who ruled the area in the 6th century. This is a region with lots of lakes, all from glacial origins. Including Lake Garda and Lake Como. The wine region of Lombardy has 15 DOCs, 3 GOCGs and 13 IGTs, geographically typical wines. They produce red, white and rosé wines. But, for many wine drinkers, their best is the DOCG Franciacorta. This is a sparkling wine, and, yes, it has been compared to French Champagne. Favorably compared. Let’s see why. . . . To begin with, Franciacorta is made with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. Sometimes a small amount of Pinot Blanc. We know that the first two of these varieties are the basis for Champagne’s wines. And, they are not the usual for Italian sparkling wines. (Think of Prosecco and Moscato. Way better known as Italian bubbles!) Franciacorta wine comes both non-vintage and
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vintaged. Like Champagne. There are rosé versions and Blanc de Blancs. When “experts” gather to taste Franciacorta wines, the descriptions are very similar to Champagnes. Biscuit, brioche, lemon, creaminess are all common terms for both appellations. Basically, Franciacorte is considered to be Italy’s best bubbly. There are some differences, though, between Champagne and Franciacorta. First, Champagne production dates back 350 years; Franciacorte has only 65 or so years of history. This sparkling wine is a newcomer in the world of Italian wines. The first one ever made was in the late 1950’s. It was an attempt to make a “Champagne” style wine, not just a sparkling, but something to compete with Champagne in quality. The first was very well done, and well received. And more Franciacortas followed quickly. The second big difference between Champagne and Franciacorta is the amount wine they produce. The French produce more than seven million gallons a year. One hundred times more than Franciacorta. Which means Franciacortas are harder to find. And can be costly. In 1967, Franciacorte was established as a DOC wine. In 1995, it was elevated to DOCG. Italian wine laws say that these wines are bottle aged on their lees, to enhance flavors and complexities. For non-vintage wines, the aging is 18
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months. For rosés and satèn (their name for blanc de blancs) wines it’s 24 months, and, for vintage dated wines it’s 30 months. Reserve Franciacorta wines are 60 months. All these directives are meant to raise the quality level of the wines. Besides these laws, Franciacorta producers are helped by an almost perfect climate and soil. Warm, sunny summer days and cooler nights. Resulting in good acidity and developed flavors in their grapes. The vineyards have gravely, stony soils that are well drained and mineral-rich. Hopefully, with just this bit of new knowledge, we are all ready for our Franciacorta? Ferghettina Franciacorta Brut. The Ferghettini winery was established, in 1992, by Roberto Gatti. Roberta had spent years working in the local vineyards and was well-respected by others in the wine industry. His reputation let him acquire contracts for some of the very best grapes in the appellation. Today, he has 445 acres of vines, in nine Franciacorta districts. Besides top quality grapes, Roberto and his wife and their two children also emphasized top quality equipment and vineyard management. The family is supported by 15 employees and they produce 350,000 bottles a year. The Ferghettina Franciacorta Brut is made from 95% Chardonnay and 5% Pinot Noir. There are 250,000 bottles of this wine per year. The first fermentation is done in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. Grapes from each vineyard are fermented separately
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(like Champagne), and then rest in steel tanks before the second fermentation. The wines are blended, sugar and yeasts are added, and the wines are bottled for their second fermentation. Like Champagne. Four weeks for the second fermentation, followed by 24 months of sitting in its lees in the bottles. Then, finally, disgorging and corking is done. Our wine is straw yellow in color. With aromas of hazelnuts, sweet fruits and white flowers. Delicious. And ready to drink by itself or with cheese or seafoods. Any where you would enjoy a Champagne. Good news is the cost. $24.97. Bad news is there is a very limited amount. I guess, though, that has to be expected if Champagne producers make 100 times more than Franciacorta producers. An eye opening new wine! For Christmas or before. Enjoy.
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Don’t forget your furry friends this holiday season By Dr. Parker T. Barker
Christmas is my favorite time of year. Why? That’s easy. There is food everywhere and some of it is sure to drop on the floor and Mom makes sure I have a stocking and stuff under the tree on Christmas morning just like everybody else. My friend Percy and I have been cruising the internet to see what might pique our fancy as “our big” gift for this year. So you won’t have to work hard, we thought we’d share them with you. First is Ali the Alligator by Kong. These gators have a super-soft, plush fabric outer layer that makes them so squishy that I love to toss them in the air. Then there is a second layer of nylon fabric
Dr. Parker T. Barker and Santa chatting about getting coal vs. treats in his stocking.
for added durability in case a pup like me gets too excited. The internal squeaker is also protected with its own durable fabric pouch for lasting fun! And getting the bite on a gator living in South Carolina makes me feel invincible – at least until I meet one in person. Next up is an interactive dog bowl from Aikiou. I tend to gobble my food (who doesn’t) and it kind of
makes Mom nuts so she wants to get me this torture machine which has five compartments and makes me work for my food. She says it will improve my digestion, create a sense of calm during feeding time and improve my overall health. Yeah right! I’ve had a chat with Santa and I think somehow this little item is going to get lost in that big red bag of his. Percy found the perfect gift if your cat is fond of hiding under furniture. Ever heard of the Cat Crib? Me either but it is a space-saving cat hammock your feline will love. This is cat furniture that doesn’t mess up the esthetics of your rooms or make them seem cluttered. The cat hammock fits under just about any chair and provides a place to hide and sleep. The patented strap design won’t slip either and unless they eat it, your cat will have
a great space all to himself. Percy says that almost all cats love to play in and with boxes. So he found Catty Stacks which provides basically boxes. But very cool boxes. Designer colors and shapes will provide him hours of fun. So there you have it. Don’t feel you have to get your pet all of these great presents but, I am sure they were really good this year so a reward might be in order don’t you think? At least get them a whole shelf full of treats. And no coal. Definitely, no coal. Merry Christmas everybody. Have a wonderful time with your family and friends. And if it is just you and your pet this Christmas, snuggle and go for a long walk together. The together part is so much more important than all of these presents…except maybe the alligator one…
A personal note from Dr. C. Allen Henry, DVM For over 30 years I have had the honor and privilege of taking care of the cats, dogs, cows, horses, sheep (yes we have some sheep), pigs, and goats of Beaufort, Jasper, and sometimes Colleton county. Some other species such as hamsters, guinea pigs, big birds, little birds, big snakes, little snakes and turtles have been carried through our doors. I have loved almost every minute of it. However, the sadness is real when a beloved pet has to be ushered out of this world humanely when he or she can go no further. The good far outweighs the bad. Over the years my chosen profession has necessitated me to have 7 different orthopedic surgeries (thank you Dr. J). Hospital bouts with Salmonella, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Lyme’s Disease were sandwiched in there as well. None of these setbacks approached what happened this year. In February I was charged and arrested by D.H.E.C officers for 3 violations of their code. The drugs involved were the male hormone testosterone- given back to D.H.E.C. in its entirety- and scripts for
a medication to control seizures in two patients. The arrest and my picture made the front page of the Beaufort Gazette. My medical license was subsequently temporarily suspended. No indictment was ever brought down. No grand jury was ever given the case for an up or down vote. In October eight months after the arrest the charges were dismissed. In November my medical license was reinstated. Now in December I am practicing again at our Boundary Street office. The last eight months have been very difficult. Our patients and clients had to look elsewhere for care. When clients would ask, I had no information to give other than we were all waiting on the legal system to come to a conclusion. To the clients and patients that I could not help, I am very, very sorry. We will be open 6 days per week to serve our client families. To the many, many clients who had to leave, we understand. If a family wants the type of care that we gave previously we would love to see you again. If you are happy where you are, please stay. Beaufort has many good veterinarians. Our office will
offer drop off care, day boarding, boarding, grooming, and bathing in addition to our medical and surgical services. We will be in the office 7:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. Come by to say hi if you would like, or call us at 843-524-2224. I have the best job in the world. I love all of my patients and their owners (some species are still a little iffy). My profession was taken away from me for 8 months but now we can do what we love again. Please stop in at 2511 Boundary St. Our telephone number is still 843-524-2224. That number will be answered by a real human 24 hours a day. Thank you to everyone that called, sent cards, posted to social media, or just hugged me in the grocery store. I will never forget those kindnesses. A special thanks goes out to Fred Kuhn, Esq. and all of his staff at Moss, Kuhn, and Fleming. I will try to be an empathetic, good, and dedicated doctor of animals for at least another 10 years or so, the good Lord willing and the creek don’t rise (at least not too much anyway). Until then be well and be strong.
– C. Allen Henry, DVM
Malachi is a wonderful 7 year old senior boy. He may seem shy at first but will quickly warm up. He loves to be pet. Meet with Malachi today! He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on his vaccinations. Roxanne is a lovely 2 year old girl. She loves outdoors time, walking on the leash, and receiving belly rubs. Meet with Roxanne today! She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on her vaccinations. The Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center is open Mon. - Sat. from 12 to 7 p.m. Email us at info@palmettoanimalleague.org or call 843-645-1725 for more info.
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what to do Sea Island Carriage offers holiday rides
Sea Island Carriage Company brings Holiday Carriage Rides to Old Village Port Royal every weekend all December long. Sea Island Carriage Company will be operating Holiday Carriage Rides through the Old Village of Port Royal to see the lights, meet and feed the horses and have lots of holiday fun while supporting the efforts of Friends of Caroline Hospice. A special staging area has been set up behind The Shed along 8th Street Extension where attendees can meet and feed the horses treats and get a photo too. Enjoy a hot chocolate station, holiday treats and more. Blankets will be provided or you can bring your own to stay warm as you ride through the streets of Port Royal and enjoy Christmas music while taking a look at the decorated houses of the Old Village. Rides will run every Friday, Saturday and Sunday and last approximately 30 minutes each. Departure times are 5:45, 6:30, 7:15, 8:00, 8:45 and 9 p.m. nightly and tickets are only $12 each, with children under 3 free. Call 843-524-TOURS for reservations. Proceeds benefit Friends of Caroline Hospice.
Historic Penn Center hosts holiday events
Join us this yuletide season, as we deck the halls and open the doors of the beautiful houses & cottages built by Penn School students and the St. Helena Island community. The houses have been decorated by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., CHUMS, Inc., Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Lowcountry Ladies, The Magnolias, The Pierians, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and Mrs. Cedar Lawrence. We welcome all to the Historic Penn Center for tours, treats, storytelling, music, wine tasting & special pricing at the Welcome Center gift shop. Take a picture with Santa on Dec. 19th from 12 to 2 p.m. and Dec. 20th from 2 to 4 p.m. Enjoy a Bowman Winery tasting on Dec. 20th from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. The annual live Nativity Scene &andCommunity Choir Concert will be held at the Frissell Community House on Dec. 20th at 6:30 p.m. For more information contact Mrs. Marie Lewis, Event Coordinator, at (843) 252-3863, Ms. Ingrid Owens, Director of History, Arts and Culture, at (843) 838-2474, or email info@penncenter.com.
Adaptive golf event to be held at Legends Parris Island
Merry December and Happy Christmas! Santa won’t deliver the perfect swing. So…if you want to work on your swing join us this weekend. What better way to burn off some of those Christmas Cookies? It may not be as warm as last weekend, but we’ll have a great time on the range. We hope to see everyone out there December 19th at The Legends of Parris Island from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. To register or for more info contact Andy at (843) 228-2240 or email hinsonca@usmc-mccs.org, or
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Integrative Healing Arts Sampler scheduled at Beaufort Chiropractic
The Integrative Healing Arts Sampler is coming Saturday, December 19 between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at 705 Bladen St. in Beaufort. Give a healing gift to the ones you love for this holiday season. Join our health care volunteers for 20-minute sessions of Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Counseling, Healing Touch, massage, and more. These creative therapies in a clinical, nurturing, and integrative environment are for anyone, applying especially to those with mental conditions and disabilities, who cannot afford these services or without insurance for counseling. Cost of $10 per session goes toward the non-profit operating expenses. Prayer, scholarship applications for free services, and gift certificates also available onsite. Visit MinistriesforSynergeticWellness.org for more information or call 843-770-9947.
Church invites all to Christmas Eve Service
programs at the YMCA located at 1801 Richmond Ave., in Port Royal, online at ymcabeaufortcounty.com or call 843522-9622.
Reserve your seat at the Legislative Luncheon
Reserve your seat or table at the Legislative Luncheon on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at the Callawassie Island Club sponsored by the Beaufort County Association of Realtors, Lockheed Martin, and South Carolina Lowcountry Tourism Commission. Registration and networking begins at 11:00 a.m. and the program will begin at 11:30 a.m. The cost is $35 for members, $50 for non-members. A formal lunch will be served. Individual seats and tables of 8 or 10 are available. RSVP today by calling 843-525-8500 or emailing Valerie@BeaufortSC.org.
Peter Liggett, M.D., a Hilton Head retina specialist, will conduct an educational seminar on macular degeneration from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 13th, at the Country Club of Hilton Head at Hilton Head Plantation. The seminar will take place before the Lions Club luncheon. The public is invited to attend the seminar and the luncheon. To register for the seminar, call Heather Bragg at 843415-3490 or RSVP at www.hhmr.org/ lionsclub. Coffee and light refreshments will be provided during the seminar. Separate registration is required for the luncheon. To gain entry into Hilton Head Plantation, attendees only need to tell the plantation security guard that they are attending Dr. Liggett’s presentation.
Upcoming library events To be held at the Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott Street, Beaufort.
Event: Beaufort Book Club
Date: Thursday, January 21st 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Description: Each month will be a discussion of a different type of book—some fiction, some memoir, some nonfiction—selected and voted upon by club members. Anyone who wants can join us for dinner afterwards at a nearby restaurant. In January, we’re reading The Sound of Glass by Karen White. For more information, please call or email Brendagael Beasley-Forrest at (843)255-6436 or bbeasley@bcgov.net.
Event: Color Me Happy - Adult Coloring Club
Date: Tuesdays from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Description: Studies have proven that coloring is a relaxing activity, even for adults. Treat yourself to some free time to color, listen to relaxing music, eat snacks and socialize. We’ll supply the coloring sheets and colored pencils. This event is for ages 16 and up. For more information, please call or email Stacey Inman at (843) 255-6458 or sinman@bcgov.net.
Event: Beginning/Gentle Yoga
Date: Saturdays (starting January 9, 2016) from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Description: Our new Gentle Yoga class is aimed at getting people going and teaching alignment in the poses. The result is improved flexibility and circulation, a stronger body and a calmer mind. Instructor Cindy Gilmore is trained to teach this physical practice and the mental focus on breathing. Pose modifications will be available. Please bring own mat and optional accessories (blocks, water, etc.). For more information, please call or email Ann Cox at (843)255-6458 or acox@bcgov.net
Event: One on One Computer Help
Date: Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – Please call to confirm availability. Description: Need help with computers? Stop by the Beaufort Branch Library on Monday or Thursday evenings; a tech expert will be standing by to assist you with all your technology needs! Please contact Stacey Inman at (843) 255-6458 or sinman@bcgov.net for more information.
Port Royal United Methodist Church will be having Christmas Eve Service December 24 at 5pm at 1602 Columbia Avenue, Port Royal. Communion will be served, and all of the public are welcome to attend. Please call 843-524-2005.
Event: Reserve a Librarian
YMCA opens winter sports registration
Thursday’s Chuckle
Registration for youth and adult basketball is now underway at the YMCA of Beaufort County. Youth basketball (age 3-12) registration is open until Dec. 29 with games starting January 4. Cost is $55 per person for Y members and $70 for non-members. Adult (age 18+) basketball registration is open until Dec. 21 with games starting Jan. 11. Cost is $40 per person for Y members, $50 for non-members, and teams are $250. Registration for our Cheerleading Clinic (ages 4-10) is also underway at the YMCA through Jan. 3, 2016. Class is once per week for 5 weeks starting Jan. 3, 2016. Cost is $ 50 for Y members and $ 70 non-members. Class size is limited. Register for any of these
Retina specialist to speak in Hilton Head
Date: By appointment only. Description: Need time with a librarian? All inquiries welcome. Please contact Stacey Inman at (843) 255-6458 or sinman@bcgov.net for more information For information on any of the programs, visit beaufortcountylibrary.org or call (843) 255-6456.
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