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hat better way to celebrate the holiday season than with a mystical and magical display of decorated boats ambling up the Beaufort River? On Saturday, December 3, at 5:30 p.m., Main Street Beaufort is combining efforts with the Beaufort Sail and Power Squadron to present the Light Up The Night boat parade.

Couple moves from tragedy to holiday cheer. see page 10

This event will showcase Beaufort’s strong connection to the waterway to create a magnificent showing of local and regional boaters on the river. Growing boater participation and attendance indicate a desire to continue this festive favorite. Bring the family to watch the enchanted display of decorated boats from Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Prizes will be awarded for the best decorated boats.

In an effort to help those who are there to help us when we are in need, the Beaufort Sail and Power Squadron will share a portion of the net proceeds with the Beaufort Water Search and Rescue again this year.

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Grayco Hardware of Beaufort is built with family. see page 11

also this weekend: A Night on the Town: Friday, December 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. Stroll the streets and stores and get in the holiday spirit. The evening includes the city of Beaufort’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Entertainment provided by the Parris Island Marine Corps Band, choral and dance performances and a visit from Santa.

Annual Christmas Parade: On Sunday, December 4, from 3 to 5 p.m., enjoy the traditional Christmas parade through downtown Beaufort’s city streets with floats and marching bands.

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great greens events n The Beaufort Council of Garden Clubs, in collaboration with the City of Beaufort, will be planting Golden Rain Trees in the newly named Neils Christensen Park at Pigeon Point on Arbor Day, Friday, December 2 at 10 a.m. The trees are to honor Arbor Day as well as to mark the historic 300th anniversary of Beaufort.

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The Festival of Trees, benefitting Friends of Caroline Hospice, will be held December 5 – 10 at the Charles Lind Brown Neighborhood Activity Center (formerly the Greene Street Gym) located at 1001 Hamar Street. Find out more about the events on page 22.

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On Saturday, December 10 at noon at the Beaufort National Cemetery, the national organization of Wreaths Across America Project will be placing wreaths during a ceremony honoring our heroes buried at the cemetery. The wreaths represent the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Merchant Marines and POW/MIA. Wreaths can be sponsored by going to www. wreathsacrossamerica.org or contact Theresa Raley Trillo at 843-729-8291.

Red Piano Too Gallery holds Winter Art Show. see page 18 INDEX

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STRAIGHT TALK: HEALTH CARE

For some, Medicaid means having a life

By Elizabeth Krauss

While many view Medicaid to be simply an entitlement program and a burden on taxpayer resources, for others it means having a life.

Medicaid funds make possible vital, life-transforming supports and services for people with disabilities and the elderly. Medicaid provides the means for the elderly and those with disabilities to enjoy life in the community where they hold jobs and even pay taxes. And now Medicaid funding for these services is on the chopping block.

For Pat Head and her family of Columbia, Medicaid means health insurance for her son, Ryan. Ryan is a person with developmental disabilities.

Ryan attends a sheltered workshop which helps with his socialization, job skills and recreation,” Head said. “He is also on a waiting list for residential services which are funded by Medicaid.

Without these services and Medicaid health insurance, we would be hard pressed to meet his needs.

“I can’t imagine how a family with a medically fragile child who depends

on Medicaid for health care would manage,” Head added.

In Washington, members of the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction (Super Committee), which includes Representative Jim Clyburn, are considering dramatic cuts to the federal budget and will submit their recommendations by November 23.

Medicaid funding is a target. Following the November 23 proposal, Congress must vote by December 23 on whether to implement the Super Committee’s recommendations. The proposed cuts to Medicaid funding for our most vulnerable citizens threatens the very lifeline that ensures them health, safety and a fulfilling life.

Families USA recently released a study which demonstrated the impact a five percent Medicaid funding cut would have on state economies. A key finding showed such a cut would mean the 50 states and the District of Columbia would lose a total of $13.75 billion needed to support health care for vulnerable residents.

In South Carolina, as of June 30, there were 2,566 consumers on the

waiting list for Intellectual Disability/ Related Disabilities Waiver and 445 awaiting the Head and Spinal Cord Injury Waiver. There were also 1,264 individuals awaiting a day support service. During fiscal year 2010-2011, the SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs served approximately 32,000 eligible persons with intellectual disabilities and related disabilities, autism, head injury and spinal cord injury.

For every Medicaid dollar spent, there is a person and a story that goes with it. We must challenge our elected leaders to respond not to the “prize” of billions cut from a budget, but to the human stories we know all too well. It is morally incumbent upon America to protect its young, its sick and needy, its fragile and most vulnerable citizens.

For them, Medicaid means having a life.

Elizabeth Krauss is Chairperson, SC Human Services Providers Executive Director of the Georgetown County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs Member of the American Network of Community Options and Resources.

2012 county calendar on sale now The 2012 Beaufort County Calendar, which celebrates the County’s land preservation program, has been distributed to local vendors for sale.

This year’s cover shot of Stoney Preserve was taken by Stan Abrahamson of Bluffton. Another photo by Abrahamson, which depicts the County’s Coosaw Island Water Access Site, was selected for the June photo. Three photographs by Beaufort photographer Karen M. Peluso were also chosen for the 2012 calendar, which was designed

by Pamela Brownstein.

Photographers were tasked with shooting county boat landings and six properties acquired for preservation, including The Green at Beaufort’s Old Point neighborhood, Ihly Farm

This is in reference to the article titled “Friends of Crystal Lake group being formed” that appeared on page 4 of “The Island News” issue of Oct. 27Nov. 3, 2011. It had been our intent to write sooner and have decided to do so since no one else appears to have made any comments at least in your newspaper.

First what is Crystal Lake and is it really a lake? Having lived near the site of the so-called lake since 1966, we had no idea it even existed until about 30 years ago after returning home after working out of state. Some neighbors have indicated most of the so called lake

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near the Marine Corps Air Station, Okatie Preserve in Greater Bluffton, Stony Preserve on Hilton Head Island, Chowan Creek on St. Helena Island and a parcel near Mitchellville Road on Hilton Head Island.

Beaufort County Administrator Gary Kubic said the 2012 calendar includes 56 photos that depict the county’s spectacular outdoor beauty.

“This year’s calendar is truly a work of art. They will sell quickly because everyone will want to send them to friends and family in other places – if not out of love — then just to make them jealous of our this great place we call home.”

The calendar is sold at the Beaufort Book Store, the Hilton Head Island

and Beaufort Chambers of Commerce Visitor’s Centers, the Coastal Discovery Museum, Fordham’s Market, the Spirit of Old Beaufort Gift Shop, Maye River Gallery in Bluffton, the first floor information window of the County Administration Building, 100 Ribaut Road, Beaufort, at the staff services office, County Government Center, 539 William Hilton Parkway on Hilton Head Island and will be available soon at Barnes and Noble on Hilton Head Island. It can also be purchased online at www.bcgov.net.

The calendar retails for $15 and all proceeds benefit the Beaufort County Rural and Critical Land Preservation Program, which has saved more than 18,000 acres since it began in 1998.

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was formed when dirt was removed to construct Beaufort’s water front park in the 1970’s; others indicate dirt was removed in constructing a road to the older McTeer Bridge. Both projects took place about the same time and the removed dirt could have been used in both.

During most of the 1980’s and into the 1990’s individuals used the newly formed site to get rid of large appliances such as washers and dryers.

Also, the water hole became a favorite swimming spot for a number of people.

Some of those individuals did not even live on Lady’s Island and unfortunately several drowned in the man-made pond. One of the last who lost their life

there was a young girl who lived near Walmart back in 1994 or 1995. Since that time the school district has added a fence near the pond and the Catholic Church also placed a fence in the area.

(Not really sure how much safety has been added by the fences since truant high school students jump them.)

One does have to wonder if a Friends of Crystal Lake is formed if a memorial will be placed there in honor of those who lost their lives in the pond. Also, one wonders about trash.

Being Beaufort it will become another site for unwanted garbage.

Yours, Robert Joseph Williams Beaufort

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The Island News provides a community forum for news, events, straight talk opinions and advertisements. The Island News reserves the right to refuse to sell advertising space, or to publish information, for any business or activity the newspaper deems inappropriate for the publication.

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news weekend crime REPORTS COUPLE FIGHTING ETIQUETTE: Arguing with your significant other is only natural but, there’s right time and place to do it. Fighting in the privacy of your home? OK. Fighting in the privacy of your car? Semi-public, but OK. Seeing your man out with another woman shopping on Black Friday at the Walmart? Perfect place to make a scene.

CHINATOWN: Chinatown — the famous NYC neighborhood for black market goods. Does is seem completely appropriate to anyone else that a suspect was stopped in possession of a stolen bicycle with a false name and an ID that wasn’t his near the Chinatown on US 21? DVD movie?

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE: While one man was taking care of business — trying to walk out of the Walgreens on Sea Island Parkway with two DVD players on Black Friday — another man was working overtime. An officer off duty detained the male until local officers arrived. The suspect was found to have an “outstanding warrant” from Berkley County.

TRICKS OF THE TRADE: For shoplifters it’s the oldest trick in the book — no one will suspect you’ve stolen anything if you look confident enough to walk out of the door with it. Stealing requires stealth, unlike the BI-LO shoplifter last Sunday who was caught trying to cart off eight cases of beer from the store at 3:32 p.m. She fled when approached by store personnel and was later identified. Did she really think she could pull off pushing a cart with eight cases without anyone turning a head? She busted her own party. Must have forgotten shoplifting rule number one — don’t get greedy.

HIT THE ROAD JACK: A woman working at Sonic on Robert Smalls Parkway called the police after repeatedly receiving “obscene” and “harassing” telephone calls. How ludicrous of her ex-boyfriend to call and text her all day in a desperate attempt to win back her affection when she was just trying to work, right? Honey, when it comes down to it, you’ve got to listen to that Ray: If she said so, you better pack your bags and go; and don’t you come back no more.

Compiled by Tess Malijenovsky. Crime Report items are chosen from the files of the Beaufort Police Department. Please contact the police with any insider information on these cases.

Drafting code for Lady’s Island Beaufort County and Opticos Design will host a Planning and Design Workshop from Wednesday, Dec. 7 to Friday, Dec. 9. The workshop will focus on creating a new development code that promotes walkability; quality public and private development; and investment and reinvestment in the Lady’s Island community.

Residents, commuters, business owners, employees, community leaders and decision-makers are encouraged to participate. Drop by the Workshop Studio (located at 81 Sea Island Parkway — in the former Upper Crust and Lighthouse

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• Public Information Session: Wednesday, December 7, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

• Closing Presentation: Thursday, December 9, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Attendees will experience a formal multi-media presentation detailing the results of the workshop. This will be followed by a public comment period.

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Beauty inside and out: The Salt Water Flush

By Takiya Smith

This week’s article closes out a series on internal cleansing, also known as the body detox. In line with discussing matters of external beauty, such as hair, skin and nail care, our internal beauty regimen is just as important. Along with healthy eating, a proper diet and regular exercise, an occasional detox can do wonders for a tired, sluggish and toxin filled body. The Salt Water Flush, alone or along with the Master Cleanse, is another simple and purely organic method of cleansing your bodies system.

While the Master Cleanse targets our blood flow and lymph nodes to flush out harmful toxins, the Salt Water

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Flush works literally from the other end, flushing out the colon. Again, as with the Master Cleanse, it is best to perform this flush during a fast, however, caution and consultation with your physician should be exercised prior to any drastic changes in diet and exercise. The Salt Water Flush is nothing more than what the name proposes; salt and water which are drank to flush out the colon. The flush is

drank only one day at a time, early in the morning upon waking. It is advisable and encouraged to do this during a time frame in which you can stay home or at least near an unoccupied toilet, as the flush will begin to work within 30-60 minutes of drinking. Results will vary per individual, as to how long or how often the flush takes places, however, if mixed properly, a flush should occur no more than once or twice and you may resume your day as planned.

Mixing the flush is simple and only requires one quart of lukewarm drinking water and two tablespoons of non-iodized sea salt. The flush should be drank in one setting, as quickly as

Change your mind, change your life

By Martha O’Regan

We are in an important time in science today as we learn the immense capabilities of our mind and how we can use it for the betterment of our health, happiness and success. Quantum physics used to sound so “intellectual” that only scientists could understand, but now we know it basically refers to the smallest particles known which at its core, is simply energy that each of us can manage with our own thoughts, words and deeds. The Law of Attraction states that what you put out there, you receive. It’s not quite that simple as those who think about receiving a million bucks but never leave their recliner will soon discover.

However, once you get clear on what it is you want to attract in life and begin to visualize and feel it as though it has already occurred, you are actually emitting a frequency that goes “out there” and brings back experiences of like frequencies. Here is where it gets interesting, because sometimes what comes back isn’t exactly the vision you put out there. What comes back is the same energetic vibration of the emotion that you are emitting with that vision or thought, which may have a completely different experience than what you expected. Don’t close the door and wait for the exact match because this door may actually be more in alignment to your path. Another note to be aware of, let’s say you wish to attract abundance but are always worried about the next paycheck, you will likely attract less abundance and more worry. However, if you trust that abundance will

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come while at the same time taking appropriate action steps, your vibration of trust will override the worry, then who knows what can happen? Also, remember that abundance isn’t always money but often comes in the form of relationships, health and well being, inspirations and enlightenment, job opportunities, coupons and sales, peace and joy, etc. Being open to possibilities allows more possibilities.

Many people today are seeking better health but frustrated with the current state of health care, attracting more frustration in their own health, creating a vicious cycle to say the least. When we rely on others to heal us, we lose sight of our own power to heal. Trusting that our body knows how to heal when given the proper stimulus or by the removal of a subconscious interference, allows our body, mind and spirit to begin healing and living whole again.

We begin to open our eyes and minds to other options besides suppression of symptoms. Keep in mind that healing

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doesn’t always mean our physical body goes back to being perfect again, although physical healing is always a possibility. Interesting to note that there isn’t a documented disease, syndrome or pain pattern that someone, somewhere, hasn’t healed from. Sometimes, healing means learning to accept life’s challenges with grace and ease or finding ways to forgive those who have kept us stuck for years, decades or a lifetime. Healing also means learning to love ourselves enough to allow healing to happen, while unconditionally sharing that love with others and expecting nothing in return.

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Lady’s Island Country Club puts a light touch on a serious mission:

TOYS FOR TOTS

By Kim Harding

Living in the Lowcountry with the never-ending humidity can be extremely frustrating for women with semi-curly hair (aka: frizzy!). I’ve battled my not-so- cute curls with daily flat ironing, endless products, time and money, but I still have never really been happy with the way my hair looked.

My stylist, Dawn Faivre at Lime Lite Salon, has been telling me for years that I need to give the Keratin Treatment some consideration. I’ve avoided these types of treatments because I feared permanent damage to my hair; however, I never really understood how the treatments work.

Six weeks ago I finally decided to give it a try, and I have been so pleased with the results. I haven’t used a flat iron one time since my treatment, yet my hair is softer and smoother than it has ever been. People continually tell me that they can’t believe how long my hair has gotten — little do they know that it hasn’t grown an inch, it’s simply straight!

My blow drying time has been cut in half and I haven’t needed to use any products to reduce frizz. The treatment has actually made my hair healthier and stronger. It turns out that the Keratin protein used will rejuvenate the hair, not damage it.

The Keratin Treatment can be done up to four times a year. This is the perfect time of year to go for it because with all of the holiday parties and chaos, it will save time and money and leave your hair feeling and looking like silk.

Lady’s Island Country Club members, staff and volunteers are getting ready for Christmas. But it isn’t about themselves — it’s the 10th annual Toys for Tots Scramble golf event that benefits the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.

Over the years, the event has raised thousands of dollars, collected acres of toys and brightened hundreds of Christmases.

Registration begins at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 10. The shotgun start is at noon and dinner and awards are at 5 p.m. It’s a four-member Captain’s choice format, so everyone can contribute to the round.

Even if you’re not a golfer, please join them for dinner.

Cost for golf is $45 per person, plus an unwrapped toy. (It’s $35 for members.)

local toys for tots drop off locations • Ballenger Realty is a drop-off location for the Toys For Tots campaign. Please bring your new, unwrapped toys which will be distributed as Christmas gifts to the Lowcountry needy children between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, Ballenger Realty, 613 Carteret Street. There is ample parking on the side and back of the building.

• You can also drop off your toys at Merry Maids, 829 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort, SC 29906, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 522-2777.

Dinner alone is $15 plus an unwrapped toy. Hole sponsorships are available, too.

Thanks to residents, members and local businesses, this event is one of the largest fundraisers for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.

Call Lady’s Island Country Club at 843-522-9700 for details or “like” us on Facebook.

Lady’s Island Country Club also is a drop-off spot for toys. Toys can be dropped off from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. any day of the week.

Also to celebrate the holidays, the club is having Sunday brunch the following day, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. The menu will include everything from crab omelets to steak and eggs.

Give your grandchildren the gift of life

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When you are trying to choose just the right gift for your grandchildren, you can have a tough time sifting through the newest trends and fads.

Last week it was this pop star, next week it may be a new cartoon character.

On top of that, you don’t want to get something that won’t last 10 minutes out of the package.

One gift that will last for many years is a life insurance policy. There are many reasons why it can be an excellent gift for your grandchild.

• Affordability — The younger the child’s age, the lower the premiums.

• Protection — Illness or injury may affect a child’s ability to purchase life insurance coverage later in life. Coverage purchased now will continue to provide protection, even if a child’s health changes, provided premiums are paid as required by the policy.

• Financial Security — Life insurance can be the foundation for a strong financial plan. The child may be able to borrow against the accumulated cash value (with interest charged) to pay for

future expenses. While loans decrease death benefits and cash surrender values, the proceeds can be used for important expenses such as a college education or the purchase of a home Giving a gift of life insurance to your grandchild can be one of the most significant things you do during your lifetime. He or she may not understand at the time how important the gift is, but should grow to appreciate it in the future.

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

From tragedy to holiday cheer

By Lanier Laney

W

hen lightning struck Earl and Elizabeth McMillen’s beautiful home three years ago, they had no idea they had ahead of them a complete grueling rebuild from the ground up (to meet stiffer new codes). At the time they were just thankful they were not home when lighting had hit (and burned a hole in the bed pillow upstairs) so it was with extra joy and cheer that they were able to finally welcome old friends back into their rebuilt and redecorated home which they were able to make look remarkably similar to their old house. Like a Phoenix rising from the flames and ashes of tragedy, the house was again lit with the holiday joy of Beaufort well wishers.

Here are some pics.

Above: Earl McMillen and Gay Fowler. Below left: Elizabeth McMillen.

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businessprofile

An in-depth look at the people, businesses and organizations that shape our community

grayco hardware of beaufort:

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ocal, friendly and family run are words that instantly come to mind when one thinks of Lady’s Island’s Grayco Hardware store. It’s one of the rare locally owned and operated businesses that over the years has expanded to several regional locations in the midst of fierce competition and inroads from massive national “big box” chain stores.

Success that many say is attributable to Grayco’s knowledgeable staff and the Gray family’s commitment to customer service. Says Herb Gray, “our customer philosophy stands true today as when my father started the company 49 years ago — we are dedicated to providing the best customer service along with making a new friend every day with our customers. It’s all about relationships and exemplary customer service.”

Store founder Richard Gray, born and raised in Port Royal, applied this philosophy at his very first job working in a filling station, the job that gave him the idea of starting an auto parts distributor business when he saw a local need for it. He called his first business Beaufort Muffler and Auto Supply.

The early years were very difficult along with many long hours but Richard credits the tremendous amount of support he received from his beloved wife of 51 years, Joyce Gray, a native of Barnwell.

Thanks to Richard’s hard work and dedication to his customers, the business evolved and grew tremendously from auto parts distributor to both retail and wholesale lumber and hardware suppliers to manufacturing. And the name changed to Grayco when they had reached multiple locations including Hilton Head, Bluffton and Ridgeland.

The second generation of Grays

By Lanier Laney

for your christmas needs Some of Grayco’s biggest lines include Weber grills, Columbia clothing, Seaside furniture, Tervis Tumblers, OXO kitchen tools, Stihl equipment, Penn and Shimano fishing equipment, TAG entertaining pieces, Scout bags, and a full range of Christmas decoration items including trees and wreaths. (Also don’t forget their full line of hardware and one of the best rental departments in the Lowcountry.) Grayco Hardware of Beaufort-Lady’s Island is located at 136 Sea Island Parkway, Beaufort, SC 29907. For more information, call 843-521-8060.

From left: Richard, Marjorie and Herb Gray.

started joining the family business 25 years ago when Richard and Joyce’s children — Suzanne, Richard Jr. and Herb — brought with them their own talents, energy and commitment to customer service to help the family businesses to grow.

Today Suzanne and Richard Jr. run the commercial real estate business, while Herb is involved with the hardware and lumber division.

Herb says, “Grayco has been a growth company over the years but this economy has been quite a challenge. We are still committed to bringing the best quality products to the Beaufort community and truly believe that neither Home Depot nor Lowes can compete with our customer service and specific product offerings and we work hard to continually change up our products, especially in the retail stores, to meet our customers’ needs.”

As Herb heard customers asking for more home decor and gift items, he asked his wife of 17 years, Marjorie Gray, to be the buyer of that department two years ago. Since then, its growth and success with women has created almost a store within a store. Says Marjorie, “I think of Grayco as a fabulous hardware store first ... with lots of perks! It’s nice to see couples come in and shop together. We really do have something for everyone now. We are launching a wedding registry in February. Brides can shop for well-priced china and entertaining items while grooms can register for power tools and hardware. Then, they both can register for outdoor furniture and boating equipment. In these tough economic times, it’s back to basics!”

Marjorie is no stranger to hardware stores, having grown up in Beaufort’s famous Fordham Hardware downtown owned by her grandfather Angus

Fordham and her Uncle Duncan.

As part of the Gray family’s commitment to the community, they have been major supporters of many, many charitable events and organizations through out the years, from Habitat for Humanity to providing trees for Festival of Trees. Donations from the stores and almost the entire staff were heavily involved when ABC rolled into town for “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.”

Santa will make an appearance at Grayco this weekend on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 12-4 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 4, from 2-5 p.m. “Please bring your camera,” says Marjorie. “Also, look for us in the Christmas Parade where we will be handing out special Christmas treats!”

Next year, Grayco will be celebrating its 50th year in Beaufort. Happy early birthday to a great store, a great staff and a great family that has added so much to the quality of life in Beaufort over the years.

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school news

A focus on students, teachers and educational events in northern Beaufort County

Beaufort High receives engineering certification

By Tess Malijenovsky

Beaufort High School’s Engineering program continues to grow as students become aware of career opportunities in fields of engineering and math.

“Our country is in desperate need for engineers and so that’s what we’re trying to accomplish here, to expose students to engineering possibilities. Beaufort High School does this through the Project Lead The Way program,” said Cindy Rini, Head of School of Art

Communications and Technology at Beaufort High School.

The school’s program recently achieved Project Lead The Way certification and now offers college credit opportunity for its Introduction to Engineering Design and for the Principles of Engineering courses. The courses are structured around learning from real life projects.

“These courses add meaning and realism to science and math.

Communication, teamwork, creative

problem solving and work ethic is developed while students learn to apply math and science skills to real life problem solving projects,” said Doug Plank, Beaufort High’s engineering instructor.

The certified program means more opportunities for Beaufort High School — more training for teachers and more educational opportunities for students to earn college credit, which can lower college costs. “By providing this education

opportunity, our schools are helping to raise awareness for careers in engineering, as well as better preparing students for college and careers,” said Rini.

“Engineering makes no gender or cultural distinctions,” says Plank. “If you like to build things, if you are a problem solver and enjoy creating products, structures or systems from new ideas to help others, then you have an opportunity waiting for you in engineering.”

SCHOOL briefs • Thursday, Dec. 1, Riverview Charter School’s first basketball game against St. Gregory’s at Beaufort Middle School; boys play at 4 p.m., girls at 5 p.m. It’s also Chickfil-A night for Riverview Charter School, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Come show your Stingray Spirit! Ten percent of all proceeds dine in or drive-through, will be donated to the school. This fundraiser has generated over $900 for Riverview so far this year.

• Thursday, Dec. 1, Beaufort Academy sophomores and juniors return from annual college trip.

• Thursday, Dec. 1, BHS Voices Winter Concert will be at the Arts Center at Beaufort High School. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.

• Concert begins at 8 p.m. Tickets $7 at door or call 322-2173 or bhsvoices@gmail. com.

• Friday, Dec. 2, Interim reports go home for Beaufort Elementary and Mossy Oaks students.

• Friday, Dec. 2, first through fourth grades at Beaufort Academy go to Savannah Children’s Theater.

• Friday, Dec. 2, Indent-A-Kid will be at Mossy Oaks Elementary.

• Sunday, Dec. 4, The Christmas Parade downtown, 3 p.m. Riverview Charter School has great plans for its float this year and needs help assembling the float and participating in the parade. Please contact RCC President Nicole Gates (gates@hargray.com) if you would like to volunteer to help assemble the float prior to the parade and/or if you would like to participate in the parade.

• Dec. 5-6, ninth and tenth graders at Beaufort Academy swim with the manatees at Okefenokee Swamp. Also, seventh and eighth graders go to Washington, D.C., Dec. 5-8.

• Tuesday, Dec. 6, is Riverview Charter School’s Kindergarten Gratitude Celebration.

• Tuesday, Dec. 6, Beaufort Academy Pre-K and kindergarten students visit the Festival of Trees.

• Tuesday, Dec. 6, is St. Peter’s Catholic School’s PTO meeting.

• Wednesday, Dec. 7, Beaufort Academy first through fourth grade students visit the Festival of Trees.

Guinness World Record Students from Beaufort Academy and Lady’s Island Elementary joined in along with students in 27 countries and all 50 12

Yoga, taught by Ms. Gretchen Teft, with fifth graders Gracie Guest, Quinn Fleming and Wells Bowden from BA. Beaufort Academy fifth grader Joe Stowe tries to break his own speed record.

planters in hand to teach club members how to plant bulbs in various parts of the Carolina Fence Garden on the school grounds. They returned twice to complete the planting. The students had a great time digging up the dirt, burying the bulbs deep down and covering them with dirt.

GLEE “Give a Note” Riverview Charter School moves on to the next round of the GLEE “Give a Note” judging. It’s in the running for a prize ranging from $10,000-$50,000 for music and chorus equipment. Stay tuned to learn their results December 15.

Students in The Diggers Club plant bulbs donated by Sandra Educate and the Master Gardeners. states in the USA with the World’s Sport Stacking Association (WSSA) to set a new Guinness World Record for “Most People Sport Stacking at Multiple Locations in One Day.” The number of people to beat was 316,736, and the WSSA hoped to reach a goal of 350,000 stackers. November 18, these students helped to set the new Guinness World Record with a total of 372,510 stackers!

Leukemia Cup Regatta Beaufort Academy Sailing Club and the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club with host the Lower Coastal #3, SAISA Point Regatta and Leukemia Cup. With 10-12 schools participating, all money raised will

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be donated to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in memory of Dr. Randy Wall, and that awards will be given for both the winner of the regatta and the person who raises the most money. The regatta will start at 10 a.m.; it’s open to the public (and free) to watch.

Master Gardeners donate to St. Peter’s Diggers Club Sandra Educate and other Master Gardeners from the Lowcountry Master Gardener Association donated over 500 bulbs to the students in The Diggers Club to glorify the campus of St. Peter’s Catholic School this coming spring. The ladies came to one of the school’s regular meetings with bulb

Day One of W.A.L.L. Interim During the first week of the 2011 W.A.L.L. Approach Interim, students will participate in numerous activities, from internships in and outside of Beaufort (Upper School), the annual BA College Trip (Upper School), a trip to the Savannah Aquarium (5th and 6th grades), or right on campus (5th – 12th grades). Those on campus can select Interim classes such as Drama, Skills Tutoring, a History of Rock and Roll, Art Classes, Moviemaking, Soccer, SAT Math Review, Polymer Clay, History of the Marines, Girls Lacrosse, Yoga, Learning Strategies, Golf, Cake Decorating, Science Fair, Woodworking and a Babysitting course.

Week Two will continue with additional Internships, a trip to Washington, D.C. (7th and 8th grades), and different Interim classes on campus.

School briefs are compiled by Tess Malijenovsky. To have your school events published, email schoolnews@beaufortislandnews.com.

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Frazier family, friends visit Beaufort Elementary

By Tess Malijenovsky

Fourth grade students at Beaufort Elementary School had the opportunity of hearing some motivational words from family and friends of the late Joe Frazier. Jacquleyn Frazier Lyde, daughter of the late Frazier and a relative of fourth grader Alaysha Gwathney, contacted Beaufort Elementary requesting to share some words with the students in remembrance of her father.

As her father before her, Lyde participated in boxing tournaments. She even once fought Leila Muhammad, daughter of the famous Muhammad Ali. Through her work as a judge in Philadelphia, PA, Lyde created an internship program for students of all ages to shadow those in the field of law. Lyde’s focus was for students to realize that their attitude is important. At Beaufort Elementary she spoke of the power of being a positive person: “Keep your hands up and your eyes on Him.”

Jacquleyn Frazier Lyde speaks to fourth graders at Beaufort Elementary in memory of the late Joe Frazier.

Lyde came to Beaufort Elementary with a few other who were inspired by the late Joe Frazier, like Frazier’s nephew, who went to an aeronautical university for a degree in engineering and helped design the engine

for F-18 jets. Also with Lyde was Charles Brown, a 1996 Olympic bronze-medalist boxer. His message to students was to set high personal standards and goals: “If you question whether what you are doing is right or not, then it is wrong!”

Lyde also introduced students to a gentleman who goes by Demont Peekaso. Peekaso works with musical artist Raheem DeVaughn as an onstage painter. He documents the show as it is happening with an easel set up on stage. Peekaso spoke of seeing everything as art, and how art is in everyone. “It is about what you want to pull out,” says Peekaso.

While he was with Beaufort Elementary students, Peekaso created a digital sketch of Lyde and her captive audience using an iPad. His parting words to the fourth graders were, “Look in the mirror and say, ‘I am going to do my best today!’ ”

School district brings home technology awards The Beaufort County School District has won a statewide award for its virtual summer school program, and a district middle school has been recognized for its technology curriculum.

The district was awarded the Technology Innovative Program Award by the South Carolina Association for Educational Technology. Virtual summer school teachers Eve Heaton

and Tina Johnson accepted the award for the district at the annual SC EdTech Conference in Myrtle Beach.

The district’s virtual summer school program provides students in kindergarten through Grade 8 with the opportunity to continue learning via computer during summer vacation. More than 2,200 students participated in the voluntary program last summer. During

the program’s first debut in summer 2010, the district saw that students who participated did not experience the traditional learning loss that affects students over their extended vacations.

“In almost all grade levels we saw growth in Language Arts for students who participated in virtual summer school during 2010,” said Cory Tressler, the district’s Director of Virtual

Learning. “Virtual summer school is an opportunity for parents to become ‘learning coaches’ for their children and reinforce the importance of education over the summer.”

Virtual summer school students used curriculum modules in CompassLearning Odyssey, web-based learning software that is aligned to state curriculum standards.

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GIVING THANKS Photos by Bob Sofaly RIGHT: Gabby Warman, 10, left sister and her eight-yearold sister Ivy, show off their balloons while taking part in the annual Community Meal on Thanksgiving Day at St. Helena Episcopal Church.

FAR RIGHT: Savanah French spreads out sweet potatoes for candied yams on Thanksgiving Day at Tabernacle Baptist Church.

MIDDLE: It takes an army of volunteers to host the annual Community Meal on Thanksgiving Day at St. Helena Episcopal Church.

BOTTOM RIGHT: Dr. LaFrance Ferguson, right, makes sure John Evans, center, knows where to cut the ham as Micki Mouzan, left, prepares a takeout dish Thanksgiving Day at Tabernacle Baptist Church.

BOTTOM FAR RIGHT: Hundreds of people from all faiths and walks of life sit together during the annual Community Meal on Thanksgiving Day at St. Helena Episcopal Church.

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Congrats Team Fusion

Congratulations to the undefeated, champions — Fusion, the 13-16-yearolds boys PALS soccer team! These boys entered the semi-finals on Saturday, November 12, with a undefeated 11-0 record. In the first round of the semifinals, Team Fusion came back in the second half of the game to beat the Bluffton Outlaws 3-1. Later in the day, they outplayed and outscored the Stingrays 6-0 to win the championship. Congratulations for a great season Coach Bud and Coach Brad! In the picture, standing, from left: Coach Bud Burnsed, Anthony Flores, Brayden Smith, Oscar Tierrablanca, Prescott Hendrix, Hector Garcia, Dima Shipsey, Jordan Burnsed, Max Hill, John Inglis, Kyle Briggs, Jose Hernandez and Coach Brad Hill. Sitting in front: Zach Emmert, Taylor McDaniels, Jonathan Az, Julian Burnsed and Ivan Estrada.

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The South Carolina United Palmetto 93 18U Women’s travel soccer team won the Charlotte United Under Armour Cup 2011 in Rock Hill, November 19-20. Pictured are front row, from left: Olivia Dizon, Morgan Todd, Paige Jellison, Charlotte Mooney, Grayson Lambert, Jenna Beauregard. Back row, left to right: Taylor Sanders, Becca Sisson, Carson Moore, Rachael Nobbs, Nike Pappas, Kendall McCardell, and Rachael Still. This team is truly regional as these players originate from Wando High, West Ashley High, Stratford High, James Island High, Charleston Magnet, Fort Dorchester High, and Beaufort High. Moore, Damude and Lambert are Seniors at Beaufort High.

ymca introduces cheerleading Wardle Family YMCA is introducing youth cheerleading for the first time ever. Boys and girls ages 4-10 are encouraged to participate in this exciting sport and registration is open until January 9, 2012. YMCA cheerleaders will perform at YMCA basketball games and will learn plenty of new cheers by Head Coach Tracy McMurray. The season will officially begin on January 16. The cost is $35 for Y members and $45 for non-members. There is also a mandatory $55 uniform fee for all participants. Uniform sizing is necessary for all participants and will take place on January 10 — immediately following program registration. All children involved in the program must attend in order to ensure proper fitting. To register, visit the YMCA at 1801 Richmond Ave. in Port Royal. If you have any questions concerning this or any other Y program, please call 843-522-9622 or visit our website at www.ymcabeaufortcounty.com.

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My top 10 fishing goofs

By Jack Sparacino

Or Why I Can’t Be in the Fishing Hall of Fame

Lots of fishing reports focus on how well the people did and their excellent techniques. I’ve done well over the years and had a ball but also made my share of pretty dumb mistakes which I take full credit for. Here are my top 10, plus two more as a bonus. Maybe some of you can benefit from them.

1. Always check for sharp hooks and properly tied knots BEFORE casting, not after. (It’s a cart and horse type of thing.) This is easy to overlook when in a hurry, but it’s frustrating to lose a nice fish because of these oversights.

Really really.

2. “Fish 360 degrees,” as Captain Judy in Savannah says. When casting, try all around you until fish are found. If they aren’t there, move and try again. Don’t stay put even if the fish WERE there the last time. (As my friend Captain Joe in Rhode Island liked to remind me, “yesterday was yesterday!”)

3. Be especially careful handling fish with nasty teeth or spines such as toadfish, a.k.a. oystercrackers, or stingrays.

I tried picking one toadfish up from my crab trap to move it into the bait holder about four years ago and nearly lost a finger. Still have a scar.

4. Small bottom fish are often fun and great to eat; it’s best not to snub them as they may save the day (especially black sea bass).

5. Do have a net handy though it sometimes seems like carrying an umbrella and then it never rains. When you need it, you need it. Get a good one and a gaff, they will last practically forever.

6. Think about a practical means of keeping live bait fresh (flow-through pails are fine and cheap). Try to

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Jack Sparacino has a Ph.D. in psychology from The University of Chicago. He has published over 20 articles in refereed journals in psychology and medicine. He is retired and now lives with his wife, Jane and their three dogs on St. Helena Island.

remember where you put such things.

7. Aim the rod at the fish when bringing it in, hold the rod up and don’t forget to pump it if it’s big (lift up rod, then reel as you lower rod, repeat). Focus mostly on the fish, not TOO much on the guy (gal) behind you with the camera or the other guy (gal) with all the advice.

8. Plan on losing bottom rigs, as in bring along plenty of them. They will get cut off from time to time, especially if the fish are heading into rocks and other structure, which is where you want to be fishing anyway.

9. Hose off rods and reels with fresh water after fishing in salt. Sooner than later, as they say. Reels especially do not like salt water baths very much.

10. Don’t leave rods unattended and unsecured when you have bait out. We’ve nearly lost several rods that were jerked into the water when fish hit while we were talking and not paying attention.

11. They call it basic gear for a reason. Keep several pairs of gloves on board to avoid line cuts and otherwise protect your hands. Also keep a tape measure and two or three VERY sharp fillet knives, plastic bags and lots of ice.

12. JACK! Where’s the CAMERA? How many times did we forget to bring one along. Trying to draw pictures afterward doesn’t really cut it.

So forget the hall of fame for me. Bring on the hall of trial and error.

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Well, we’ve made it eight and a half months. In Babyland language, where every week makes a difference, that’s 34 out of 40 weeks. It’s another minimilestone in our pregnancy journey because if the baby’s born now, we can go to Beaufort Memorial Hospital.

(Any earlier and we would have to go to MUSC in Charleston.)

Even though nine months seems like enough time to prepare for bringing a new life into the world, as we get closer to The Big Day, I still don’t know if I’m ready.

Recently I caught myself rolling my eyes at a restaurant listening to a screaming kid in the next booth.

“What are those parents doing?” I thought. And I was gripped with dread: “Oh God, that is so going to be me.” Then I thought, “there’s no way MY kid will act like that because he will be disciplined and always well behaved.” This self-preservation lie that all parents-to-be tell themselves (my kid will be different) works fine for me.

I’ve learned a lot so far being pregnant. Like I never knew the value of Tums before, and most nights I don’t know what I’d do without those little chalky pills of relief. I also never understood the meaning of morning sickness, but being sick at least once a week for 34 weeks has showed me that it is nothing to take lightly. I’m also grateful for the invention of elastic, and find it quite liberating to wear stretch pants out in public.

I also found that being pregnant agrees with me. Everyone tells me that I look good, and, while some women gain a lot, I’ve only put on a modest amount of weight. Most days I feel happy and lucky and smile every time I see my stomach moving or feel the hiccups coming from the tiny person inside me. My thoughts range from fantasizing about playing with his little feet to freaking out because I don’t really know what I’m

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doing and what if he starts crying uncontrollably and I can’t stop it. Or what if something’s wrong with him or what if I won’t be able to breast feed. It’s easy to spiral into ‘What If ’ territory with so many unknowns, but I have to slowly step back and remind myself that I can do it and not to doubt my instincts with this daunting new responsibility.

Even though I sometimes feel unsure emotionally, physically at least, my husband and I have done everything we can to prepare.

We had a yard sale and got rid of all the furniture in our guest bedroom, as well as our beloved bar from the ’70s. Left at the house by a roommate, the bar served us well for many years, but given our limited space and its impracticality, it seemed like the right time to let it go.

With an empty guest bedroom, we put in new carpeting and invited our families to help us transform the room into a nursery. The reinforcements came in one weekend from Ohio and Texas, and while the women ate and opened presents at a baby shower, the men were put to work doing home improvements and assembling furniture. The baby room blitz was a success and it’s comforting to know the Winnie-the-Pooh themed nursery is ready, even if I’m not.

While most people spend the month of December going about their merry holiday ways, I’m counting down the days until I give birth and trying to appreciate these nice, quiet moments I have to myself because I know it’s all about to change. With a January 10 due date, there’s no turning back now, and I can’t wait to finally hold my baby.

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arts arts events New work by Heyward at Charles Street Gallery

music within “Gullah Juke Joint” by Amiri Farris.

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ed Piano Too Art Gallery will present its Annual Winter Art Show, “Music Within The Art.” The show is a satellite art exhibit in conjunction with The Smithsonian Institution’s traveling exhibit “New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music” brought to the Beaufort library by The Humanities Council of South Carolina. The Winter Art Show will open December 3 through February 5, 2012, with a “Meet and Greet” the artists reception on Saturday, December 3, from 12-5 p.m. The exhibit is free and open to the public.

The gallery’s music theme exhibit will be comprised of approximately 30 or more works and will represent well-known Lowcountry artist the likes of Charles Desaussure, Allen Fireall, James Denmark, MARS, Victoria Smalls, Amiri Farris, Joe Spencer, Bridget Murray and Mary Mack. Other gallery regulars such as James Conner, Margaret Warfield, Jonathan Bowling and Howard Hunt will provide new work as well.

While most of the artists in the exhibit can be called contemporary, each will bring an individual approach to the theme. Gallery regular Clay Morton says, “Beaufort County is an art Mecca — it is amazing the range of artistic talent found in this

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area. This assemblage at the Red Piano Too is a striking example of this talent.”

To further carry out the music theme, Phil Griffin and National Fitness Champion vocalist Simone Mack will provide cool music as a counterpoint to the art. Some local folk will recognize Simone Mack as the featured vocalist at several Penn Center Galas. The Spartanburg native performs regularly with two Upstate bands “Okra” and with “Strictly Business.”

Phil Griffin, a Beaufort native, regularly performs rhythm and blues music throughout the Lowcountry.

To add a further dab of local culture, author H.H. “Bubba” Von Harten will add his own touch to the day. Hailing from generations who made their living on the water, Von Harten’s life story chronicles men and women who lived by the sea and tide. With adventure, daring and pluck, Von Harten and his family created a shrimping legacy, day-by-day, working the nets. He describes life and its goings on in his beloved Beaufort and Lowcountry. Von Harten will be signing his book “Little Geech: A Shrimper’s Story.”

Treat yourself to a great time, viewing art, meeting artists and listening to great music. For more information on the exhibit call 838-2241.

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From December 9 through the 31, the Charles Street Gallery offers a show of new work by Cabell Heyward, a contemporary oil painter of amazing realism crossed flagrant surrealism, balanced by humor and skill.

Based in Beaufort, Heyward’s work has been exhibited in the Atlanta Biennial at the Nexus Contemporary Art Center; the Georgia Museum of Art in Athens; the Peninsula Fine Art Center in Newport News, Virginia; at the Circular Congregational Church in Charleston, and regularly in private collections and in the Charles Street Gallery. His newest works, built with oil paints and found objects, in both 2D and 3D, casts shadows that are deliberately manipulated and wonderfully sneaky, revealing what does and should exist. Meet the artist and enjoy the reception on Friday, December 9, from 5:30 to 9 p.m., at 914 Charles Street in Beaufort. 843-521-9054, thecharlesstreetgallery.com.

Photographers celebrate roots of American music

Celebrate the roots of American Music with the Photography Club of Beaufort. The club’s 2011 annual exhibit begins Friday, December 2, in the Second Floor Gallery of the Beaufort Library. This year the library asked the club to coordinate their year long project with the traveling Smithsonian exhibit “New Harmonies: American Roots Music” which will be coming to the Beaufort branch in mid December. Club members spent the past year photographing every aspect of American Music from blues to jazz; from porches to street corners. The exhibit will include over 40 photographs.

The exhibit: “Celebrating American Music” will be on display through January 30, 2012, weekdays, during library business hours.

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Presenting ‘The Uncalled for Trio’ It’s an Uncalled for Christmas 2011! Sit back and unbuckle your belt... the holiday feast is about to begin. The Uncalled for Trio are Kim Weitkamp, Andy Offut Irwin and Bil Lepp, award-winning, nationallytouring performers, who will present their “Uncalled for Christmas” show at the Shed on Paris Avenue in Port Royal on Thursday, December 15, at 7:30 p.m.

Bil, Kim and Andy bring an endearing cast of characters and holiday memories alive through story and song.

Warming the heart and tickling the funny bone, it’s a great Christmas gift for Mom, your Dad, your aunt and your eccentric uncle.

Tickets are at the door only: $5 for adults, $2 for kids 8 to 16, and free for little ones who can sit still and not distract from the stories (which are not intended for tikes.) Produced by ARTworks, this affordable performance is a gift from the Town of Port Royal in a partnership with the Beaufort County School District, the Lowcountry Storytellers Guild and the Backporch Storytellers of Charleston, with partial funding from the SC Arts Commission.

The storytellers will also perform at two schools while visiting Beaufort.

The performance is preceded by a workshop on “The Art of Storytelling” that is open to the public 16 years and older, perfect for toastmasters, on Wednesday, December 14, 7 to 9 p.m. at ARTworks in Beaufort Town Center, $25 at the door. Preregistration is encouraged, contact ARTworks at 843379-2787, artsoffice@ beaufortcountyarts.com.

Bil Lepp is a nationally renowned storyteller and five time champion of the West Virginia Liars’ Contest. His outrageous tall-tales and witty stories have earned the appreciation of listeners of all ages and from all walks of life, from elementary school to veterans’ homes, churches to colleges and festivals to formal dinners.

Kim Weitkamp shares her original stories and songs to delighted audiences of all ages. She is a storyteller, singer, songwriter, author and recording artist and a recipient of two Storytelling World Awards.

Andy Offut Irwin is a storyteller, humorist, singer, songwriter, musician, whistler, walking menagerie of sound effects and dialects, and so much more; some of his talents are hard to categorize. The recipient of numerous awards, Andy has also toured with the Kandinsky Trio.

Gullah Kinfolk Christmas Wish The total Gullah experience of Christmas will be featured through feasting, art and music.

Feasting: A Taste of Gullah Soulfood Buffet: Excellent Gullah chefs will be struttin’ their holiday cuisine for all to taste and enjoy. Feast on a variety of Gullahlicious Sea Island specialty rice dishes along with finger lickin’ entrees and desserts.

Art: Da’ Market Place Artists Holiday Showcase will feature renown Gullah artists Diane BrittonDunham, Hank Herring, Richard White, Priscilla Williams and Queen Rivers just to name a few. They will be exhibiting their unique works of art. Looking for that special gift for giving to others or for you? This is the place to fill your shopping needs.

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Woods Productions: The evening’s finale has become a holiday favorite with audience members traveling from both near and far to experience the spirit of the season.

Aunt Pearlie Sue, nationally acclaimed storyteller, and her Gullah Kinfolk, a professional singing cast of 20 members, bring history alive on stage.

Through soul-stirring, footstopping singing and dancing you will be drawn into the excitement of the Yuletide season on a South Carolina Sea Island plantation.

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Mardi Gras 2012 takes over The Shed In support of ARTworks, the community arts center in Beaufort, the Mardi Gras committee is pleased to announce that the annual Mardi Gras Take Over gala will be Saturday, January 28, 2012, from 7 to 11 p.m. at The Shed on Paris Avenue in Old Village Port Royal. The gala features live music from the fiery Dwayne Dopsie and the Zydeco Hellraisers direct from New Orleans, in their third year of fueling this dance party with flaming accordion and a mean washboard.

Dwayne (Dopsie) Rubin hails from one of the most influential Zydeco families in the world — his pa was the beloved Rockin’ Dopsie. Inspired by tradition, Dwayne’s six piece band blazes a distinct path for 21st century Zydeco music, adding a bit of rhythm

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Children’s Chorus presents 10th annual holiday concert LowCountry Children’s Chorus will be presenting its 10th Annual Holiday Concert on Saturday, December 10, at 3 p.m. at The Baptist Church of Beaufort, 600 Charles St. Their 10th Anniversary Celebration will also feature a guest choir — The St. Helena Royal School of Church Music for Boys and Girls will be singing several numbers and also collaborating with the chorus on some joint selections.

The choral repertoire ranges from the Renaissance to the contemporary and includes music from composers such

as William Byrd, Henry Purcell, W. A. Mozart and several seasonal selections.

LowCountry Children’s Chorus extends a special invitation to its singing alumni to become a part of its 10th Anniversary Celebration by joining our present choristers for the final number on the concert and to join us for a reception immediately following. There is no admission but donations are encouraged.

Auditions for treble singers in Grade 4 and up will be held in January for Spring Semester 2012.

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The Festival of Trees, benefitting Friends of Caroline Hospice, will be held December 5-10 at the Charles Lind Brown Neighborhood Activity Center (formerly the Greene Street Gym) located at 1001 Hamar St. As Beaufort’s premier holiday event, the festival includes a showcase of beautifully decorated trees, a grand opening reception with silent auction, a gourmet and gift shop and daily lunches. During these remarkable five days, the gym is transformed into a holiday wonderland, where simply stepping through the doors puts you in the holiday spirit.

In the past 24 years, Festival of Trees has raised almost $800,000 for Friends of Caroline Hospice. The festival is Friends of Caroline Hospice’s largest fundraiser, helping them provide free care and volunteer services offering hope, encouragement and comfort to our friends and neighbors who live with lifethreatening illness.

2011 Festival of Trees Chairs The festival is pleased to announce this year’s Honorary Chairs: Dr. Andrea Hucks and Dr. Daniel Ripley. We extend our gratitude for their support of the Festival of Trees.

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Trees Sponsorships Trees are still available for sponsorship.

For a minimal $225 sponsorship fee, Tree Sponsors not only support FRIENDS of Caroline Hospice, they receive exposure to over 3,500 Festival of Trees attendees.

This is a fun way to showcase your business and support a worthy cause at the same time. For more information, please contact Vicki Verity at 263-4108 or visit the website, www.festivaloftreesbeaufort. com . Information is also available on the Festival of Trees Beaufort Facebook page.

New in 2011 — Show your team spirit with a Collegiate Themed Tree Sponsorship. Area Collegiate Clubs are vying for the most Spirited Tree award.

Make sure your team isn’t missing from this event. Contact the festival today to find out how you can have your team represented.

Holiday BBQ Butts Are you entertaining this holiday season? Festival of Trees has your solution; a perfectly cooked 6 to 8 pound BBQ Boston Butt. Butts will be fully cooked and vacuum wrapped so they are easy to reheat or freeze for any holiday occasion (they even come with instructions on the best way to heat). For only $30 each, dine or entertain with some of the best BBQ or state has to offer. Pre-orders are currently being accepted at 525-6257 with pick-up scheduled for December 4 at the festival. This is a limited offer so be sure to get yours today.

Military Appreciation Day On Wednesday, Dec. 7, military servicemen and women, and their families, will receive free admission.

Festival Quilts One of the Festival’s cherished traditions is the annual showcasing of a beautiful handmade quilt generously donated by the Sea Island Quilters.

Saturday at the Festival: December 10 This day will feature several new events: The morning will host a class of Yoga Among the Trees courtesy of Dancing Dogs Yoga. Also on Saturday there will be a brunch available and gift wrapping services. Saturday evening from 5-7 p.m. will feature the Snowball Family Dance.

This will include fun activities for the kids such a cookie decorating, dancing, games, photos with Santa and much, much more.

DRIVING THE BIG YELLOW SCHOOL BUS

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I lived in Port Royal and attended Robert Smalls High School in Beaufort. I can recall getting our first school bus. Before this, we would catch the Greyhound Bus that traveled between Parris Island and Beaufort daily.

We would depart the bus at Bay Street and Depot Road in Beaufort and walk to school which was located on Ribaut Road and Green Street.

We had a driver, but it seems like our bus was driven by our principal, Mr. W. Kent Alston, most of the time.

In 1951, the school board began hiring student drivers. I became a school bus driver and enjoyed it every much. Our routes were very long and required getting up very early and leaving home before day break. There were no bridges across the Broad River in Beaufort County.

During that time there was only one high school in Beaufort County for Negroes (which we were called at that time). My route included Burton, Grays Hill, Seabrook and Steward Point areas to Robert Smalls High.

My first paycheck for driving was $18 dollars. I was a happy camper. It really wasn’t the pay; I enjoyed driving the “Big Yellow Bus.”

Beaufort Then & Now This moment in Beaufort’s history is an excerpt from the book “Beaufort ... Then and Now,” an anthology of memories compiled by Holly Kearns Lambert.

Copies of this book may be purchased at Beaufort Book Store. For information or to contribute your memory, contact Holly at lowcountrymemories@hotmail.com or beaufortmemories@gmail.com.

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LITTLE BITS OF ROYAL CHATTER

By Peggy Chandler

Bulletin! Bulletin! Bulletin! Cathy Wilson of Wade Hampton was spotted outdoors in her driveway before noon!

For those of you who don’t know Cathy, she is a night owl and has never been spotted anywhere before midafternoon. The reason for this early appearance was that she was having a tag sale. Bob Sherard of Gator Lane has proof with a picture of Cathy and the time the picture was taken. No one would believe it otherwise.

The Royal Readers met at the home of Kathy Adams and as usual Kathy was the perfect hostess and her Richard and Nancy Steeves’ dog Bentley home was warm and welcoming. The Sage Stirling. book read was “Rainwater” by Sandra Brown. All the readers enjoyed the will be chosen. Royal Readers wishes book and the general consensus was everyone Happy Holidays and keep it was easy reading, not particularly reading.

Bentley Sage Stirling owned by thought provoking, but it did resonate Richard and Nancy Steeves of James somewhat with today’s economic times and the story’s Depression setting. Byrne was one of the 12 winners of Their next meeting will be a Christmas The Island Packet & Beaufort Gazette luncheon at the wonderful restaurant Pet Calendar Contest and came in Wren at which time the books for 2012 fourth out of 57 entries. Bentley will be

featured in the 2012 calendar. Bentley has developed an attitude and posed very well during his photo shoot.

As a reminder: The Festival of Trees runs from December 5-10 at the Charles “Lind” Brown Neighborhood Activity Center, formerly known as The Greene Street Gym. The Gift and Gourmet Shop sells donated items at the event. There are a variety of ways you can choose to donate: working a two to three hour shift at the Gift and Gourmet shop; making baked goods (holiday wrapped); making handmade items valued less than $50; bringing new or gently used children’s books; making jams or jellies; or through a tax deductible monetary donation.

Please contact me at 322-0472 if you decide to contribute. In the past, the Royal Pines community has generously donated in various ways and I hope we can continue with that generosity again this year.

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YMCA RIBBON CUTTING FOR NEWLY RENOVATED CLASSROOMS Wardle Family YMCA is proud to announce the opening of their new child development classrooms. Capital collected from the Boots & Bling Fundraiser and Silent Auction on November 5, helped transform dated classrooms and offices into fully functioning classrooms with wash stations and exit doors to the outdoor, fenced-in playground. The ribbon-cutting ceremony begins at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, December 6. “These renovations are the next step towards further enhancing the Y childcare program,” says Kaylin Garst, Childcare Director. “It is important that Beaufort County residents have high-quality, affordable childcare options and no child will be turned away due to lack of funds.” If you would like to attend the ribbon cutting, please RSVP to the YMCA at 843eighth page-new john wind-Island News:Layout 1 522-9622. If you would like additional information about YMCA childcare programs, visit www.ymcabeaufortcounty.com.

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Ruins placed on National Register of Historic Places On Friday, November 18, Dr. Eric Emerson, Director of the South Carolina State Department of History and Archives presented Pat Bell, President of the Dataw Island Owner’s Association and Ted Bartlett, General Manager of Dataw Island, with a certificate and plaque officially listing “The Sams Plantation Complex Tabby Ruins” on the National Register of Historic Places. The ruins are located on Dataw Island.

This designation is the culmination of 25 years of archaeological and preservation work initiated by Dataw Island’s developer, Alcoa, Inc., and continued by resident volunteers from the Dataw Historic Foundation.

The ceremony was held in the Carolina Room of the Dataw Island Club. Dr. Emerson spoke to residents of

the Dataw Community, as well as to a host of distinguished guests, including descendants of the Sams family, noted historians and preservationists. He discussed the significance of this prestigious award, pointing out that the “Sams Plantation Complex Tabby Ruins comprises one of the finest and most complete examples of late 17th, early 18th century Sea Island plantation living. The site contains a main house and various outbuildings including a unique dairy/cold room with an intact pitched tabby roof, the only surviving one in the United States.

“This designation is the result of many years of hard work,” said Ted Bartlett general manager of Dataw Island. “The historical aspects of Dataw Island are significant and only because of the extraordinary efforts of the Dataw

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sons of confederate veterans honor members for service On November 7, in view of the upcoming local Veterans Day celebrations, the Gen. Richard H. Anderson Camp 47 Sons of Confederate Veterans met and honored two Beaufort natives with the War Service Medal, one of the SCV’s highest awards.

Commander Paul Griffin bestowed the award upon Henry Chambers for his U.S. Army service during the Korean War and to Maj. Robert de Treville for his U.S. Army service during Operation Desert Storm and additional Persian Gulf Operations.

Following the presentation, 22 recipients of the SCV War Service Medal gathered and were applauded for their service to our country by all attendees. Pictured, from left, (standing) Joe Harden, Al Hancock, Bill Anderson, Carroll Crowther, Darrell Jarrell, Michael Keyserling, Chet Blythe, Jack Mayers, David Jennings, Jody Henson, Charles Aimar, Ollie Langford, Bill Sammons and Henry Scott. From left, sitting: Charles Stockell, Hazen Culley, Jack Baughan, Nolan Tarrance, Wayne Cousar, Henry Chambers, Robert DE Treville and Walt Lineberger.

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How many of us have gotten tired of drinking the same old wine, day after day, glass after glass? Well, in case you haven’t noticed, the wine industry knows that we have and has made a habit, for years, of bringing out new and different wines for us to try. One of the best “new” wines came out years ago: Chardonnays with no oak treatment in their making.

Chardonnay is probably the best known, long time available grape there is. Pretty much every country that makes wine does a Chardonnay. Of course, some are better and some aren’t, some cost a lot more than others, and, because of the adaptability of this variety, there is a huge range of styles of Chardonnay wines. The Chardonnay grape itself is really very neutral, with many of the flavors commonly associated with it being derived from such influences as “terroir” and oak. It is vinified, made into wine, in styles that range from lean, crisp and minerally to tropical fruit bombs with lots of oak from barrel aging.

Over the years, we have each found the style that we prefer, and drunk lots and lots of it. Then, as we are prone to do, we got tired of it and moved on to other grape varieties in our search for different flavors and textures in our next favorite wine. I’m not sure if you remember this one, but there was an expression 10 years ago or more “Anything But Chardonnay.” (“ABC” for short.) Well, there are only so

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acres in Napa Valley where they grow Zinfandel, Charbono and Cabernet Sauvignon. Jim Summers and his wife, Beth, have been able to make wines from small growing areas, including their signature wine Charbono — a lesser known red variety with red pulp inside.

In the last seven years, Summers Estate Wines has replanted most of their 50 acres. This was done with the help of their winemaker, Ignacio Blancas. This has led to the Summers wines having a distinctive taste based on their “terroir.”

And, now, finally, we’re at Summers’ no oak Chardonnay. Did I tell you that besides “unoaked” and “no oak” names for these wines there were other, cute names. Well, Summers’ is called “La Nude.” The grapes for this wine come from Monterey County, specifically the Arroyo Secco region. This is a unique area where the cooling effect of the nearby Pacific Ocean allows the grapes to slowly ripen on the vines. This makes for wonderfully balanced wines with intense fruit flavors. (Other well known wineries, including Morgan and Mer Soleil, also make unoaked Chardonnay wines.) Summers La Nude is fermented in stainless steel and left to sit on its lies, in the same tanks, for seven months. The fruit flavors include orange and nectarine, honeydew, star fruit, and the acidity is milder because of the extended sur lie aging.

And, you can have this wine for $15.99.

Enjoy.

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dining guide

A listing of local restaurants in northern Beaufort County:Your resource for where to eat AMATA THAI FUSION: 2127 Boundary Street, Beaufort Town Center; 843-379-9197; L.D.

SPOTLIGHT ON:

PLUMS

ATHENIAN GARDENS: 950 Ribaut

Road, Beaufort; 379-9222; Greek; L.D.

SAKE HOUSE: 274 Robert Smalls

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

SAN JOSE: 5 Sams Point Road, Lady’s Island, 524-4001, and 2149 Boundary St., Beaufort, 524-5016; Mexican; L.D.

BACK PORCH GRILL: 950 Ribaut

SALTUS RIVER GRILL: 802 Bay St., Beaufort; 379-3474; Seafood, upscale; L.D.

BARBARA JEANS RESTAURANT & BAR: 47 Ferry Road, Lady’s Island; 524-

SAND DOLLAR TAVERN: 1634 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-3151; L.D.

BELLA LUNA: 859 Sea Island Parkway,

SANDBAR & GRILL: 41B Robert Smalls Parkway, Beaufort; 524-3663; L.D.

BERRY ISLAND CAFE: Newpoint

SEA ISLAND PIZZA: 136 Sea Island Pkwy, Beaufort; 522-1212; L.D.

BERTOS GRILL TEX-MEX:

SGT. WHITE’S: 1908 Boundary St.;

Road, Beaufort; 525-9824; L.D.

2400; Home-style Southern; B.L.D.

St. Helena Island; 838-3188; Italian; B.L.D. Corners, 1 Merchant Lane, Lady’s Island; 524-8779; Soups, salads, ice cream; B.L.D.

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

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

SHOOFLY KITCHEN: 1209 Boundary St., Beaufort; 379-9061; B.L.

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

Plums is always lively and bustling, the staff is always friendly and, whether for lunch or dinner, the food is always fantastic. It represents the best that Beaufort has to offer. Plums is located at 904 Bay St., Beaufort.

For more information, call 843-525-1946 or visit their website at www. plumsrestaurant.com.

Parkway, St. Helena Island, inside The Lowcountry Store; 838-4646; L.

door weekly; D.

BOONDOCKS RESTAURANT: 760

GREAT GARDENS CAFE: 3669 Trask

Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island; 8380821; D.

BREAKWATER RESTAURANT & BAR: 203 Carteret St., Beaufort; 379-0052;

Upscale dining, tapas; D.

BRICKS ON BOUNDARY: 1420

Boundary St., Beaufort; 379-5232; Salads, sandwiches, appetizers, sports bar; L.D.

CAROLINA WINGS & RIB HOUSE: 1714 Ribaut Road, Port Royal;

379-5959; Wings, ribs, sports bar; L.D.

CAT ISLAND GRILL & PUB: 8

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

DOCKSIDE RESTAURANT: 1699

11th St. W, Port Royal; 524-7433; Seafood; D.

EMILY’S TAPAS BAR: 906 Port

Parkway, Beaufort; 521-1900; L.

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

HECKLERS: 2121 Boundary St., Suite 100, Beaufort Town Center Beaufort; 3792090; L.D. HEMINGWAY’S BISTRO: 920 Bay St., Beaufort; 521-4480; bar & grill; L.D.

HOUSE OF TOKYO: 330 Robert

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

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MARKETPLACE NEWS: 917 Bay St.,

Beaufort; 470-0188; Ice cream and sandwich cafe; B.L.

Lady’s Island; 522-0210; L.D.

Royal; 379-8383; Thai cuisine; L.D.

SUZARA’S KITCHEN: Newcastle Square, Beaufort; 379-2160; B, L.

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

MARYLAND FRIED CHICKEN: 111 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 524-8766; L.D.

Road, Beaufort; 379-0174; B.L.

NIPPY’S: 310 West St., Beaufort; Seafood, burgers; 379-8555; L.D.

TOOTING EGRET BISTRO: 706 Craven St., Beaufort; 521-4506; B.L.

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

WEEZIE’S CRAB SHACK: 1634 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-2197; Seafood, burgers; L.D.

PALM & MOON BAGELS: 221 Scott

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

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

PANINI’S CAFE: 926 Bay St., Beaufort;

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

KOOKY MOOKY’S: 101 Scott St.,

PIACE PIZZA: 5-B Market, Habersham,

L.T.’s HOMECOOKED MEALS: Sea

GILLIGANS: 2601 Boundary St.,

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

JIMMY JOHN’S: 2015 Boundary St.,

FRYED GREEN TOMATOES SOUTHERN EATERY & CAFE:

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

SUWAN THAI: 1638 Paris Ave., Port

Port Royal; 522-1222; Steaks, salads; L.D.

Beaufort; 521-4445; L.D.

FUJI RESTAURANT: 97 Sea Island Parkway, Hamilton Village, Lady’s Island; 524-2662; Japanese steak house; L.D.

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

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

Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-9300; L.D.

2001 Boundary St., Beaufort; 379-9601; Buffet-style Southern cooking; B.L.D.

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

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

MOONDOGGIES CAFE: 930 10th St.,

JOHNSON CREEK TAVERN:

FOOLISH FROG: 846 Sea Island

MAGNOLIA BAKERY CAFE: 703

JADE GARDEN: 2317 Boundary St.,

FACTORY CREEK FISH COMPANY: 71 Sea Island Parkway, Lady’s Island; 379-3288; Seafood; L.D.

STEAMER: 168 Sea Island Parkway;

MEDICAL PARK DELI: 968 Ribaut

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

SOUTHERN GRACES BISTRO:

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

MAGGIE’S PUB & EATERY: 17 Market, Habersham; 379-1719; L.D.

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

Republic St., Beaufort; 522.1866; D.

SHRIMP SHACK: 1929 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-2962; L.

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

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

LA NOPALERA: 1220 Ribaut Road,

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

379-0300; Italian, wood-fired pizzas; L.D. Beaufort; 379-3287; L.D.

PIZZA INN: 2121 Boundary St., Beaufort Town Center, Beaufort; 379-8646; L.D. PLUMS: 904 1/2 Bay St., Beaufort; 5251946; Sandwiches, seafood, live music;L.D. Q ON BAY: 822 Bay St., Beaufort; 555-

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

1212; Barbecue, Southern cooking;L.D.

LOS AMIGOS: 14 Savannah Highway;

RED ROOSTER CAFE: 1210 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 379-2253; B.L.

Beaufort; 470-1100; Mexican; L.D.

LUTHER’S RARE & WELL DONE: 910 Bay St., Beaufort; 521-1888; Burgers, salads, seafood, bar and grill; L.D.

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RYAN’S FAMOUS PIZZA & SUBS: 14 Savannah Highway, Shell Point Plaza, Beaufort; 379-3479; 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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pets

Learn about canine behavior with Tracie Korol, or find a furry friend to adopt

What the dog got for Christmas It wasn’t so very long ago that the phrase “a dog’s life” meant sleeping outside, enduring the elements, living with aches, and sitting by the dinner table, waiting for a few scraps to land on the floor. Today’s dog has it much better. APPMA (American Pet Products Manufacturers Association.) reports that 42% of dogs now sleep in the same bed as their owners, up from 34% in 1998. Half of all dog owners say they consider their pet’s comfort when buying a car, and almost a third buy gifts for their dogs’ birthdays.

In fact, Americans now spend $52 billion a year on their pets—more than the gross domestic product of all but 64 countries in the world. That’s double the amount shelled out on pets a mere decade ago. Pet owners are becoming increasingly demanding consumers who won’t put up with substandard products, un-stimulating environments, or shabby service for their animals.

Additionally, the rising status of pets started an unprecedented wave of entrepreneurship in an industry once epitomized by felt mice and rubber balls.

There are now $430 indoor potties, $30-an-ounce perfume, and $225 trench

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Facts, observations and musings about Our Best Friends

BowWOW! Is a production of Tracie Korol and wholeDog. Tracie is a holistic behavior coach, a canine massage therapist (CCMT), herbalist, and canine homeopath. Want more information? Have a question? Send a note to Tracie at letstalk@wholedog.biz or visit www. wholedog.biz.

coats — let alone the diamond-studded accessories for Paris Hilton’s dog — aimed solely at four-footed consumers and their wallet-toting humans. Thanks to passionate purchasers like that, the quality gap between two-legged and four-legged mammals is rapidly disappearing in such industries as food, clothing, health care and services.

But what does all that bling mean to your dog? Absolutely nothing. Unless your dog is completely different from the thousands of dogs I’ve known, a plain old stick from the yard can be worthy of an hours’ attention and licking out your yogurt cup is epicurean nirvana. I know many dogs that will eschew the fancy, faux fur, orthopedically crafted pet bed for a heap of the owners’ dirty laundry.

What your dog is looking for is

attention from you: you throw the stick, you hold the yogurt cup and it’s your smell the dog is soaking up on the pile of your clothes. This year, instead of spending money on doggie doodads, give your Best Friend the gift of you.

It doesn’t have to be much; dogs aren’t greedy, plus, they can’t tell time. Twenty undistracted minutes a day is all your dog needs. Mind you, that’s in addition to the utility time for potty walks, or the ride-along time you spend in the car when you pick up the kids. Twenty minutes of you-on-dog quality time.

Play ball (or stick) together, give him a comprehensive full-body rub, teach him a new trick or just sit quietly together and appreciate the end of the day. It doesn’t matter all that much to your dog, just as long as it’s with you.

But, if it doesn’t feel right that Murphy doesn’t have a package under the tree Christmas morning, consider getting a present that will last. In lieu of buying another, impossibly cute, $10 stuffed toy your dog will disembowel in a NY minute, spend the allotted gift money on a present that has practical use and meaning. Honor your dog with a handsome leather collar with a sturdy buckle. Rivet on an engraved ID tag. Get a good leather lead, one that feels good in your hand, doesn’t twist into knots and gets better looking with age.

It will last the lifetime of your dog and beyond. I’ve had mine for 30 years.

Your dog will appreciate a heavy, stainless steel bowl with a rubber grip that he doesn’t have to chase all over the kitchen floor. He’ll appreciate a travel crate — his own special, safe seat for car rides. He’ll appreciate if you buy yourself a good dog book — “Dog Sense” by John Bradshaw, my current fave — so you will understand what he’s thinking and why he does what he does. And, I’d like to think that he’d very much appreciate it if you donated the money you saved on doo-dads to a local animal welfare organization for one of the brother-dogs that has not been quite so fortunate.

PETS OF THE WEEK This beautiful long haired adult cat was abandoned by his owner and left outside to fend for himself. Alfred is neutered, vaccinated and ready to go home. He is approximately 5 years old and he appears to be very dog friendly. You can meet Alfred at Palmetto Animal League’s Adoption Center Monday through Saturday from 12 to 7 p.m. For more information, please call the center at 645-1725.

Maysea is about four years old and is declawed.

Maysea loves looking out the windows at the Palmetto Animal League’s Adoption Center, she enjoys the company of the staff and volunteers but mostly she craves a home of her own. She is quiet but very affectionate.

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843-524-2224 2511 Boundary St., Beaufort Only 20 min. from McGarvey’s Corner, the Sea Islands and Yemassee

what to do Chamber holds annual Legislative Reception

When: Thursday, December 1, 6 - 8 p.m.

Where: Historic Beaufort Arsenal, 713 Craven Street, Beaufort Cost: $35 for members, $70 for nonmembers What: The Annual Legislative Reception provides an opportunity for chamber members to networking with local and state elected officials. The chamber will present our 2012 Legislative Agenda to our elected officials. Additionally, our state legislative delegation will have an opportunity to discuss their goals for the upcoming legislative session. Please RSVP to Amy Kaylor at amy@beaufortsc.org or 843.525.8524.

Black Chamber holds Friday networking event

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC) will have its First Friday Networking Event from noon to 4 p.m. Friday, December 2, at the chamber office located at 801 Bladen Street. This Holiday Drop-In is our way of thanking you for your continued support. Refreshments will be available.

Come share the holiday cheer at BCBCC. Call 843-986-1102 for details.

‘Pocahontas’ will be performed at BHS

“Pocahontas” will be performed by The Gingerbread Theater at Beaufort High School Auditorium. A talented group of young actors bring to life more than just the legend of a princess. They bring to life a story of a young girl who stands up for what she believes in and does what was right, even when it is difficult to do so. Performances are Saturday, Dec. 3, at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 4 at 4 p.m.

Tickets are $3. For more information, please call 322-2152.

Photos with Santa at Branches downtown

Santa Claus is coming to Branches at 216 West Street a block off Bay Street on Saturday, Dec. 3 for photos from 6 to 8 p.m. For $5 cash or check we take your picture with Santa and then email it to you.

Then you can make your own enlargement or design your own Christmas card.

Fripp Friends of Music brings back pianist

Fripp Island Friends of Music brings back pianist Thomas Pandolfi. Julliard graduate Pandolfi, a leading interpreter of George Gershwin, will perform selections from Liszt, Chopin and Gershwin.

Sunday, Dec. 4, at 5 p.m. at Fripp Island Community Center, Fripp Island. The cost is $20 a person; $10 for students. Free Fripp pass at gate. Attendees are invited to join the artist at a catered event after the performance. For details www.islc.net/ friendsofmusic/ or call 843-838-6655.

Writing workshop explores memoirs

Treat yourself to a break from the stresses of the season with a relaxing, toes-in-the-sand sort of experience.

Join fellow writers for an Afternoon of Memoir on Sunday, December 4 from 2 to 4 p.m. We’ll use author Natalie Goldberg’s (“Writing Down the Bones”) method of timed writing practice to

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springboard creating chunks of memoir that you can then weave into a story based on memories for yourself, friends and/or family members. You can even roll your creation, tie it with a ribbon and sneak it into stocking as a gift from the heart. Bring a favorite notebook or journal, several just-right pens and a desire to spend a couple of hours in your creative, nurturing right brain in my sunlight-filled home at 72 Bostick Circle in Battery Point. The cost is $35 per person. I am a freelance writer workshop leader and writing coach. Memoir is my best-loved genre. For more info, contact Katherine Tandy Brown at (843) 3795886 or ktandybrown@gmail.com.

SCV holds meeting

Beaufort County’s Gen. Richard H. Anderson Camp #47 Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV) will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, December 5.

Meetings are held in the Harmony Masonic Lodge located at 2710 Depot Road in Beaufort, starting at 7 p.m. Guest speaker will be Camp Compatriot Bob Sadler who will present “The Girardey Family, a Confederate French Connection.”

Meetings are open to the public. Those interested in learning more about the SCV are encouraged to attend or review the web site scvcamp47beaufortsc.com.

Please contact Commander Paul Griffin at 843-524-8792.

Uptown Open House celebrates the season

Join GRACE & GLORY Uptown, Suzara’s Kitchen, Be My Guest, Organika Salon and Distinctive Designs & Cabinetry in celebrating the holiday season with an Uptown Open House on Tuesday, December 6 from 4-7 p.m.

The stores will be open for hospitality and delights. Featured that night will be 10% off your entire purchase at GRACE & GLORY Uptown and a wine tasting at Suzara’s Kitchen. Join the Uptown retailers to cheer the holiday season.

GRACE & GLORY Uptown is located at 1029A Boundary Street in Beaufort. The women’s boutique carries a large selection of women’s clothing, shoes, accessories and home goods. The boutique is open Monday – Saturday from 10-5. For more information, call GRACE & GLORY at 843-521-4050 or find us on Facebook.

Holiday dinner to help the homeless, needy

On Thursday, Dec. 8 and Friday, Dec. 9th, the Red Rooster Cafe on Ribaut Road will be having a holiday dinner for the needy and homeless around the area.

The restaurant is donating 100 dinners, and accepting donations for the other 100 dinners. The price for one dinner is only $3.50. Local churches and other organizations are helping distribute tickets to the people who need them most. For more information, contact Courtney Keith, 843-321-1108.

Christian Women’s Club meets at church

The Christian Women’s Club of Beaufort (Formerly Beaufort Women’s Connection) will meet on Thursday, December 8 at the St. Helena Parish Church at 507 Newcastle Street. The theme is “Singing into Christmas.” The doors open at 11:45 a.m. and lunch is served at 12:15 p.m. followed by the program with speaker Candice Pope.

Music and feature with be Karen Ayers and Caroline Peterson. Cost for the luncheon and program is $12 which includes gratuity and tax. Reservations can be made to Karen Whitehead by calling 838-7627 or E-mail mommakaren@islc.net. Reservations need to be made by Monday, December 5. Child care is available by prior request.

American Revolution Round Table to meet

For the American Revolution Round Table, it’s December program and lunch time on Thursday, December 8, at the Callawassie Country Club’s “River Club” building. The schedule is: 11:30: Social, 12: Luncheon, 1: After the Fall of Charles Town: May 1780 - December 1782, 1:45: Q & A. In May of 1780, Charles Town fell to the British who quickly established inland posts across the state. These were dark days for the supporters of the American cause.

Relive these times with Eliza Lucas Pinckney and discover how despair turned to triumph. Speaker Peggy Pickett is a noted historian, author, a living history interpreter, a teacher, and an experienced Williamsburg guide.

Members’ cost of lunch is $19.50, Guest cost for lunch is $25.50. Reservations must be received on or before Saturday, December 3.

42nd Senior Citizens’ Tea will be at MCAS

The 42nd Senior Citizens’ Tea hosted by the Officers’ Spouses Club of the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort will be held at the MCAS Officers Club on Sunday, December 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. The tea, a favorite event for local senior citizens is an afternoon of fun, food, entertainment and holiday cheer. All senior citizens are

welcome and there is no cost to attend.

Limited transportation is available. Join us for this time honored tradition; RSVP

by November 30 to Kate Jindrich at (843) 476-6948 or katejindrich@yahoo.com for reservations and information.

Photo With Santa Fundraiser at studio

Captured Moments Photography at 1402 King Street in Beaufort is hosting a three day ‘Photo With Santa Fundraiser’ to benefit HELP of Beaufort. Bring your little ones to the studio on December 12, 13, or 14 from 3 to 7 p.m. and have their photo taken with Santa Claus himself.

Who needs a drive to the shopping mall this year? Cost per sheet is $20, and portions of the proceeds benefit HELP of Beaufort. Please call Captured Moments Photography at 843-379-0223 for more information.

Auditions being held for ‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof ’

Auditions for Tennessee William’s “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof ” will be held Tuesday, December 13 and Wednesday, December 14 at 7 p.m. at the Center for the Arts, Carteret Street. If you are interested in auditioning, please bring a non-returnable recent photograph to the audition. Actors will be reading from the show script the night of audition. The Beaufort Theatre Company is a community based theatre group comprised of amateur and professional actors who share a love for the performing arts. For more information, call the CFA box office (843) 521-4145.

Show dates are March 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, 2012.

Beaufort Writers meet

Beaufort Writers meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Lady’s Island Airport Conference Room. The next meeting will be December 13.

Big holiday book sale being held at library

Friends of the Beaufort Library (FOL) is having a huge sale of gently-used books every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday between now and December 14 in their store in the Beaufort library — just in time for the upcoming holidays! New inventory, slashed prices, Books by the Bag. Wednesday hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Friday hours are 1 to 5 p.m.; and Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 843-812-3574 for additional information. Give the gift of reading this holiday season.

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networking directory AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING KFI Mechanical, LLC

DENTISTs

Palmetto Smiles

399 Sam’s Point Rd Lady’s Island, SC 29907 Tel. 843-322-0018

Jennifer Wallace, DMD 843-524-7645 palmettosmilesofbeaufort.com

Beaufort Air Conditioning and Heating, LLC

Dr. Jack Mcgill Family Dentistry

John C. Haynie President 843-524-0996 www.beaufortairconditioning.com

antiques

The Collectors Antique Mall

Jane Tarrance Furniture, Glassware, Collectibles, Multi-dealer, 5,900 sq. ft full of antiques, art Free parking! 843-524-2769 102 C Sea Island Parkway, Lady’s Island Center Beaufort, South Carolina, 29907

Attorney

Christopher J. Geier

Attorney at Law, LLC Criminal Defense & Civil Litigation Located on the corner of Carteret and North Street Office: 843-986-9449 Fax: 843-986-9450 appointments@geierlaw.com http://geierlaw.com

65 Sams Point Road 843-525-6866 New patients welcome!

Low Country Outlet

TVs, electrontics, clothing, general merchandise, bedding, pet food, toys, groceries and more.

843-470-9000 53 Sams Point Road (S.C. 802), Next to Comcast.

Lady’s Island, SC

driving lessons

First Step Driver Training, LLC

Tommy Collins, Instructor Teen/Adult/Fleet/ and 4 Point Reduction Classes 843.812.1389 www.firststepdrivertraining.com Licensed/Bonded/Insured Over 27 years law enforcement experience

FURNITURE

Mamasfurniture.com

Closeouts • Bargains • Deals Over 21 years in Beaufort and Savannah $56,175 donated to Local Churches and USO. Check us out on Facebook and Craigslist.

Damn Yankees Auction House

Steve Allen Always buying or consigning quality itemswww.dyauction.com • info@dyauction.com 843-784-5006 • 843-784-2828 • 843-784-5007 Fax

Rodney Muckenfuss Great American Car Wash/Detailing

The former owner of A-1 Detailing, Ricki Heape, has now opened Great American Car Wash at 145 Sea Island Pkwy, Lady’s Island at Zippy Lube. Enjoy a Hand Wash/Vac, a Full Detail, or something in between. Come and see Ricki and have a great job done at a fair price. (843)263-3474

CLEANING SERVICES

Design Consultant Furniture Warehouse Design Gallery 745 Robert Smalls Parkway, Suite 1 Beaufort, SC 29906 Days off: Sundays and Mondays rmuckenfuss@fwdgonline.com Phone: (843) 524-8695 Fax: (843) 524-6011 Store Hours: Mon-Sat 10A-6P

HEALTH/WELLNESS/beauty

The Beaufort Day Spa

Merry Maids

843.470.1777 304 Scott St. massage ~ facial ~ mani/pedi waxing ~ spa packages spa packages

Bob Cunningham 522-2777 custsrv4632@merrymaids.net 829 Parris Is Gateway Beaufort, SC

CONSTRUCTION

Broad River Construction

Chandler Trask (C): 843.321.9625 (P): 843.522.9757 Chandler@BroadRiverConstruction.com www.BroadRiverConstruction.com

COUNSELING/PSYCHOTHERAPY

Dawn H Freeman MSW LISW-CP

Individual, Marriage and Family Therapy 43 Sea Island Parkway 843-441-0627 dawnhfreeman@gmail.com

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Lawn Solutions Jim Colman 843-522-9578

www.lawnsolutions.us Design, Installation, Maintenance

Walker’s Lawn Maintenance Walker DuRant 843-252-7622

46 Cedar Crest Circle, Beaufort

Cutting • Edging • Blowing Weed Eating • Small Clean Up Licensed and insured

discount merchandise

auction/estate sales

AUTOMOBILE SERVICES

LAWN CARE

Lime Lite Salon

A True Balance of Substance & Style 843-379-5463 612 Carteret Street www.limelitesalon.net

INSURANCE

For All Your Insurance Needs Andy Corriveau phone: (843) 524-1717

For All Your Insurance Needs Amy Bowman phone: (843) 524-7531

INTERIOR DESIGN

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Carol Waters Interiors

12 Celadon Drive Lady’s Island - Off Sam’s Point Road at the Clock Tower 843-524-2329 * M-F 10-5:30

Marketing

Gene Brancho

Marketing Consultant Full service marketing consulting for your smaller business. Social Media Marketing • Marketing Representation • Networking ...and more. Phone: 843-441-7485 email: genebrancho@hargray.com PEST CONTROL

Collins Pest Control

Tommy Collins 843-524-5544 Complete Termite and Pest Control Residential, Commercial, Free Estimates, Licensed and Insured PEt grooming

Furbulas Dog Grooming and Pet Sitting Brittany Riedmayer 843-476-2989 • 843-522-3047 furbulasdoggrooming@hotmail.com • Member of National Dog Groomers Association of America.

• Change your dog from Fabulous to Furbulas with a personal touch.

PHYSICIANS Randy Royal, MD- OBGYN and Pelvic Surgery

843-524-5455 www.wernerandroyal.com We’re now providing a new level of patient comfort.

PLUMBING

Lohr Plumbing, Inc.

Brett Doran Serving the Lowcountry for over 20 years.

Service, New Construction, and Remodeling.

(843) 522-8600 www.lohrplumbing.com

property management

Palmetto Shores Property Managment

Lura Holman McIntosh Call 525-1677 or fax 524-1376 lura@palmettoshores.com PROPERTY MANAGEMEN www.palmettoshores.com

security LURA HOLMAN McINTOSH OFF. Southern Sentry, LLC Security & Fire Alarms, Video Broker-In-Charge FAX Surveillance, Access Control E-Mail: lura@palmettoshores.com Locally owned.

Personal service. www.palmettoshores.com Call Dave Roos @ 470-0700 or email info@ Southern-Sentry.com

tree service

Southern Tree Svs. of Bft., Inc. Ronnie Reiselt, Jr. P.O. Box 2293 Beaufort, SC 29901 843-522-9553 Office 843-522-2925 Fax

classifieds ANNOUNCEMENTS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2011, IS THE LAST DAY to redeem winning tickets in the following South Carolina Education Lottery Instant Game: (463) Emerald Green 7’s and (419) Two for the Dough.

AUCTIONS BANK ORDERED! Real Estate Auction, December 8, 2011 @ 7:00pm. 954 acres +/-;17 tracts from 14 - 240ac.

J G Blocker Auction & Realty, Inc. SCAL#110-1667F – Bonded 843/9083866 or 843/538-2276.

COMMERCIAL AUCTION –Florence, SC 7,158 +/- sq. ft., Restaurant Building f/k/a Sagebrush Steakhouse, Fri. Dec. 9, 3PM, Prime Location, 1.45 +/-ac. Bid on-site or online w/ Proxibid. com. Damon Shortt Real Estate & Auction Group 843-669-4005 SCAL2346 www.damonshorttproperties.com.

ADVERTISE YOUR AUCTION in 112 S.C. newspapers for only $375. Your 25-word classified ad will reach more than 2.6 million readers. Call Jimmie Haynes at the S.C. Newspaper Network, 1-888-727-7377.

AUTOMOBILES DONATE YOUR CAR to USO and HELP SUPPORT AMERICA’S TROOPS. Tax Deductible. Next Day Towing. Hassle Free. Receive Vacation Voucher. Call 7 Days Week 1-888-9997901.

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY PRICED TO SELL - 2315 Montague Ave. Ext. Greenwood SC - Former Angelos restaurant - 10,500 sq ft. - 2.5 acres - equipment remains - $200,000

below appraisal @ $275,000. Re/Max Auction Realty 864-942-8989 bharvin@ emeraldis.com.

EDUCATIONAL SERVICES ALLIED HEALTH career training - Attend college 100% online.

Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified.

SCHEV certified. Call 800-481-9409 www.CenturaOnline.com.

HELP WANTED AMIkids PIEDMONT SEEKING ENTRY LEVEL STAFF to provide supervision and guidance of male youth, awake staff during sleeping hours, and Secondary Certified Teacher. Send resume to piedmontdo@amikids.org or apply in person in Clinton, SC 864-833-4505.

PROFESSIONALS WANTED PART-TIME Navy needs PS military officers or qualified citizens to join the Navy Reserve as Medical, CIS/ IT, Supply, Engineering, Chaplain or Special Warfare officers. College degree, physical and age requirements. Benefits & retirement & money for education.

Contact: JOBS_RALEIGH@NAVY. MIL or navyreserve.com.

HELP WANTED - DRIVERS LAID OFF? PLANT CLOSING? Need that new job? Call Xtra Mile & enroll in CDL Class-A training today!

1-866-484-6313 / www.xtramiledrivertraining.com CLASS A - CDL FLATBED DRIVERS NEEDED with Great pay/ benefits/guaranteed pay/ 2 yrs exp. required. Call JGR 864-679-1551, Greenville and Gaffney SC locations. www.jgr-inc.com.

DRIVER - STABLE CAREER, NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! Sign On Bonuses Available! Top Industry pay & quality training, 100% Paid CDL Training 800-326-2778 www.JoinCRST.com.

DRIVERS: RUN GA, AL, MS, TN & FL Home Weekends, Earn up to 39¢/mi, 1 yr OTR Flatbed exp. Call: Sunbelt Transport, LLC 1-800-5725489 ext. 227 EXPERIENCED OTR FLATBED DRIVERS EARN 47.5 up to 50 cpm loaded. 52.3 to 55 cpm for O.D. loads. $1000 sign on to Qualified drivers.

Call: 843-266-3731 bulldoghiway.com EOE. DRIVERS - CDL-A Need Extra Cash for the Holidays? EXPERIENCE PAYS! Up to $3,000 Bonus Sign-On Bonus! Get the money & respect you deserve! 6mos. OTR exp. & CDL Req’d. CALL TODAY! 877-521-5775 www.usatruck.jobs.

OTR DRIVERS WANTED! Meet our recruiter 12/1 & 12/2 at Americas Best Value Inn across from Pilot at exit 63 and I-85 in Kannapolis, NC. www. catconcord.com 1-800-869-2434.

Advertise your driver jobs in 111 S.C. newspapers for only $375. Your 25-word classified ad will reach more than 2.7 million readers. Call Jimmie Haynes at the S.C. Newspaper Network, 1-888-7277377.

LEGAL SERVICES DIVORCE WITH OR WITHOUT CHILDREN $149.00. Includes FREE name change and marital property

settlement documents. Bankruptcy $125.00. Wills $49.00. Criminal expungements $49.00. Power of attorney $39. Call 1-888-789-0198--24/7.

MISCELLANEOUS AIRLINES ARE HIRING: Train for high paying Aviation Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Job placement assistance.

Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance (866) 367-2513.

ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Home. Medical, Business, Paralegal, Accounting, Criminal justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified. Call 888-220-3872. www.

CenturaOnline.com.

RENTALS Beaufort - Apartments For Rent - $450 A Month for a 2 Bedroom Apartment! Located off Boundary Street, walk to shopping and the downtown areas. Call 843575-1646.

Rental Home, One-Owner, 3 Bed/2 Bath, Large Back Porch, Tile Kitchen, Wood Floors, High Ceilings, Large Garage, Fenced in yard-double gated, Lady’s Island, Call 843-521-7497 or 3figdrive@jasonblackston.com.

ADVERTISE YOUR VACATION PROPERTY, to more than 2.7 million South Carolina newspaper readers. Your 25-word classified ad will appear in 111 S.C. newspapers for only $375. Call Jimmie Haynes at the South Carolina Newspaper Network, 1-888-727-7377.

Damn Yankees Auction House 24022 Whyte Hardee Blvd., Hardeeville, SC

Always Buying One Item To Entire Estates!!

Upcoming Auctions

Dec.Great 10items - 6pm up for auction.

Dec.Join31us for- a2pm New Years Celebration.

Follow us on Facebook • Twitter • Click to shop online Firearms Store

www.dyaction.com 843.784.5006

Buyers premium applies. Preview the Friday before the aution from 11-3 and auction day at 3. Full catalog posted on our website. We lie stream all our auctions so you can bid from home.

Mark Thibodeau PMIC/SCAL #4222 Steve Allen BIC/SCAL #4236

Attention! Federal Workers If you have or wish to file a claim for work-related hearing loss with the U.S. Department of Labor - OWCP.

You may be eligible for compensation and continuing benefits Eligible Civil Service Employees, Naval Shipyard, Air Force Base, FBI, etc. should

Call our S.C. toll-free 1-866-880-8666.

SAVE TIME & MONEY! Order your meals up to four weeks in advance.

Don’t want every meal every week? Pick and order only the meals you want.

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