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Water Festival offers ‘Rivers of everlasting memories’

by John C. Williams

The 54th Beaufort Water Festival opens this weekend for a 10-day run of fun and festivities that includes concerts, a talent show, exhibitions and lots of partying on the Sand Bar. Commodore Wilmot Schott chose “Rivers of everlasting memories” as the slogan for this year’s Festival. As anyone who has enjoyed one or more Water Festivals can attest, it is the type of event that always creates memories of one kind or another.

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Local signer of Declaration of Independence honored On July 4th, at the tomb of Thomas Heyward, Jr., a local signer of the Declaration of Independence, South Carolina's Sons of the American Revolution and Daughters of the American Revolution honored his contribution to our country and to the low country where he resided.

Seen with a commemorative wreath placed at the tomb during the service are Lady's Island residents Nancy and Carroll Crowther, respectively the Regent of Beaufort's Thomas Heyward, Jr. Chapter of the DAR and President of the Paul Hamilton Chapter of the SAR.

In This Issue NEWS

PROFILE

NEWS

Vintage Garden Club

Wilmot Schott

Boys 11-12 All Stars to State

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Now Open News to the Public Update: State Sen. Tom Davis

Davis named to State Ports Committee, new Jasper port a priority

The new port restructuring bill creates a 10-member legislative oversight committee, one of who is appointed by the Senator Glenn McConnell, the Senate President Pro Tem, upon the recommendation of the Senator Harvey Peeler, the Senate Majority Leader.

Sen. Peeler recommended me to Sen. McConnell to serve on the committee and I accept that appointment.

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• Section 54-3-115 of the new law requires the ports authority to: 1) “expeditiously develop a port in Jasper County in accordance with the Intergovernmental Agreement for Development of a Jasper Ocean Terminal on the Savannah River within the State of South Carolina that was entered into between the South Carolina State Ports Authority and the Georgia Ports Authority”; 2) enter into an Interstate Compact to operate a Jasper Port on or before December 31, 2010, as such compact is generally outlined in the Intergovernmental Agreement”; and 3) “make specific inquiries regarding the merits of using private capital to finance the construction of that port to a greater extent than historically has been used by the South Carolina State Ports Authority in connection with their existing port operations.”

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And in that regard, I am pleased that Sen. Peeler thought me well suited and qualified to oversee the operations of the South Carolina State Ports Authority and to screen the qualifications of new members to the ports authority board.

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• Section 54-3-118 of the new law requires the ports authority to “consider public-private partnerships with private investors that increase capital investments in port facilities and in the State of South Carolina.

In that capacity I will pay special attention to ensuring that the following three legislative objectives (explicitly set forth in the port restructuring bill as a result of amendments that I drafted and sponsored) are being pursued:

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Leadership Beaufort Announces Class of 2010 (Beaufort, SC) – The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the Leadership Beaufort Class of 2010:

Jennifer Moneagle, retired, Ford Motor Company

Michael Bostwick, chief executive officer, YMCA of Beaufort County

Bryan Newton, senior vice president, First South Bank

Carol Bruno, community services coordinator, Beaufort County School District

Shawn Reeves, attorney, Harvey & Battey Law Firm

Garrett Budds, director, Coastal Conservation League

Denise Sullivan, retired, Hagerstown-Washington County Chamber of Commerce

Cheryl Comes, retired, Altria Client Services

Stacie Van Vulpen, self-employed, jewelry designer

Anna Edwards, registered client associate, Wells Fargo Securities

Wendy Walls, job placement coordinator, Technical College of the Lowcountry

Bill Evans, school-community relations director, Beaufort County School District

Kim Wiley, school liaison officer, Marine Corps Air Station

Melinda Henrickson, family team building director, Marine Corps Comm. Services

Blakely Williams, member services director, Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce

David Homyk, vice president of human resources, Beaufort Memorial Hospital Ashley Houchins, MCCS operations officer, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Jeff Kidd, editor, Beaufort Gazette/Island Packet

Stephen Murray, president, Kazoobie, Inc.

The Class of 2010 is the 25th Leadership Beaufort Class and will meet the first Friday of every month between October 2009 and April 2010, as well as an opening and ending retreat. Participants are educated on a variety of topics including history, environment, economy, public service, law, education and government.

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School impact fees debated

I wanted to respond to a recent editorial about local impact fees.

Governments look to impact fees to pay for new school construction because it seems like an easy answer to a complex problem. But what we are failing to tell taxpayers is that even if we impose impact fees on new homes, we would still be short the money necessary to build schools.

I think we can all agree that we will not see the heights of new home construction for some time. Impose exorbitant impact fees on developers, will cause builders and home buyers to go to more tax friendly counties.

In this open debate about funding new school construction, let us look to one number from a study conducted by a reputable expert hired by Beaufort County. At the end of the 2008-2009 school year, Beaufort County student enrollment was 2,000 students LESS than what the experts had projected. The truth of the matter is new home construction and student enrollment are down and families are leaving the area to find jobs elsewhere.

Growth coming, but recycling center to close?

The former Butler Marine site on on Lady’s Island Drive will be used as a base of operations for the McTeer Bridge expansion. New retail is planned for the property behind Barbara Jean’s. From now until 2025 Lady’s Island is expected to grow by 2,577 houses and 7,000 people.

The push is on by business interests to open regulations to allow expansions in light manufacturing on the island. Who can doubt that the diversity and population numbers on Lady’s Island will continue to grow into the indefinite future? Increased numbers of people and increased human activity guarantee one thing: more trash and recyclables to be disposed of.

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Countywide there is not a school overcrowding crisis, there is a planning problem. I acknowledge the rows of trailers in the Bluffton area but let’s also acknowledge the empty seats North of the Broad.

So now we hear from Beaufort County Administrator Gary Kubic that the recycling center near the airport on Lady’s Island is to be closed.

Why? According to Kubic, to put the property into private hands so he can collect taxes on the commercial activities that will be set up there.

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We need to work together to solve this problem and we have some time to resolve this in a way that does not destroy the local economy.

So let’s unite on this issue and come to a solution that helps the tax payers, our children and our local economy.

So, population grows, recycling shrinks, and we get a new big box store on the site. Watch for that much anticipated Super WalMart opening in 2012.

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News Dental news County engineering and Electric toothbrushes can infrastructure boss to help clean teeth better speak to LIBPA July 14

by Dr. Gene Grace

Rob McFee, director of the Beaufort County Engineering and Infrastructure Division, will speak to the Lady’s Island Business and Professional Association Tuesday, July 14 at 8 a.m. at the Sea Island Conference Center on Lady’s Island. The public is invited.

He has been requested to address the following: • Status of project to widen Lady’s Island Drive • Status of project to build a second bridge parallel to the McTeer Bridge • Status of project to build a Sea Island Parkway and Lady’s Island Drive connector road; and the future of the Lady’s Island Convenience Center (trash dump) • Long range plan for the Lady’s Island Airport • Will the intersection of Sams Point Road and Brickyard Point Road become a roundabout?

McFee was raised in Beaufort, graduated from Beaufort High School and earned his BS degree in Civil Engineering from the University of South Carolina. Following graduation from college he joined the

South Carolina Department of Highways where he held various positions, rising to become the South Carolina Department of Transportation Resident Maintenance Engineer for Beaufort County.

In 2008 he accepted the position of Director of the Beaufort County Engineering and Infrastructure Division which is responsible for engineering, traffic and transportation engineering, disaster recovery, public works, airports and mosquito control.

Of special note: His division oversees the planning and execution of the 10 transportation projects for which the voters of Beaufort County approved collection of $152 million through the use of a 1% sales tax.

McFee is a Registered Professional Engineer in South Carolina, past Chairman of the Beaufort/Jasper Utility Committee, past Chairman of the Civil Engineering Advisory Board for the Technical College of the Lowcountry, former LIBPA board member and member of the Carolina’s AGC Utility subcommittee. He and his family are residents of Lady’s Island.

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Most dental articles these days are about tooth whitening or veneers, but this article is about the nuts and bolts of preventing dental problems, primarily perio / gum disease. The majority of Americans over 35 have at least one periodontal pocket (which means a small area of infection) in the mouth.

Secondly, the small head of the rotary brush gets into tighter places than the larger head of the manual brush.

The purpose of this article is not to beat you up about flossing but to inform you that you can greatly improve the odds against periodontal problems with a $25 Braun electric toothbrush. Take your manual toothbrush and use it to scrub the bathroom tiles, then go buy yourself a Braun toothbrush at any drugstore.

There is absolutely no motion you can make with your wrist with a manual toothbrush that is going to be better than the circular motion of a rotary toothbrush. The rapid movement

Thirdly, the average person brushes for 37 seconds. The rotary brush has a timer and if one brushes the lower teeth for a minute and the uppers for a minute, I will assure you it will be much more thorough.

One last point – the cost of the electric toothbrush means nothing. You can spend $150 on one, however the Braun (Advance Power 450 TX bright) is practically indestructible and does an admirable job.

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Each year, hundreds, maybe thousands, of ex-patriot Beaufortonians return to the land of tides during Water Festival. It’s an ingrained migration of sorts, with informal meetings at the downtown restaurants, bars and, best of all, the Beaufort River sand bar. Friends who haven’t talked all year reunite at the Motown Monday music and dance, or have a standing reunion at the Commodore’s Ball. It’s one of the things that makes Beaufort special to so many.

Highlights of this year’s Festival in the downtown Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park include: • Friday’s opening ceremony and fireworks • Saturday’s raft race, ski show and evening concert featuring Little Big Town • Sunday’s Children’s Day • Motown Monday concert and dance • Tropical Tuesday concert and dance • Wednesday’s local Talent Show • Thursday’s Lowcountry Supper with entertainment by The Swinging Medallions • And the closing weekend’s River Dance, Commodore’s Ball and exhibitions.

Beaufort Garden Club dresses ‘vintage’ for Water Fest parade

by Carol Boone As in years past, the ladies of The Beaufort Garden Club will continue the club’s civic tradition of participating in the Water Festival Grand.

In celebration of The Beaufort Garden Club’s 75th Anniversary (1934 ~ 2009), the “gardening gals” will dress “vintage” for this year’s Grand Parade. The vintage aspect is hoped to heighten awareness of the club’s 75 years of continuous commitment to the natural beautification of historic Beaufort.

Educating and enlightening the public in the joy of horticulture, necessity for conservation, and appreciation and preservation of our beautiful riverscape environment have been core club objectives.

To achieve these goals throughout the decades, the membership of this club has dedicated itself to various annual projects: Flower fairs, Camellia shows, spring and fall house and garden tour events, flower and tree plantings, establishment of small community parks, sponsorship of students attending Camp Wildwood conservation camp, and the ever-popular “Garden-a-Day” week. All are communityoriented activities.

Great pride is taken in the club’s 75-year legacy as a strong public presence and positive influence in our Beaufort community ever since its founding in 1934.

Though its roots date back to antebellum days when wealthy planters took to the Beaufort River to escape the summertime heat, the first official Water Festival was held in July 1956. John Bigbee acted as the President and Gladys Thompson was responsible for the visiting “queens.” The Lions Club organized the first parade and has been doing so every year since.

The Water Festival regularly attracts thousands of visitors, and has earned numerous regional awards as an outstanding event – including the 2006 Event of the Year award from the South Carolina and North Carolina Festival & Event Associations.

Inside this week’s issue, learn about the Pirettes, Festival Commodore Wilmot Schott, and the entire Water Festival schedule. And, for more information, visit www.bftwaterfestival.com.

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2009 Water Festival Pirettes The Water Festival Pirettes represent the festival throughout the year. Qualifications for Pirettes include residency in the county and be a rising high school junior or senior at the time of the Water Festival. To be considered, Pirettes should be outgoing, have knowledge of the Beaufort area and the Festival, show leadership skills and be activein her school and community, according to Festival organizers.

This year’s Water Festival Pirettes are:

• Elizabeth Achurch, Beaufort High • Minda Backus, Beaufort Academy • Jaymie Baggerly, Beaufort Academy • Blake Banner, Beaufort High • Kierstin Bockleman, Battery Creek • Christie Bohmert, Beaufort High • Liz Brediger, Beaufort High • Katelyn Dennis, Beaufort High • Shelby Ehlert, Beaufort High • Caitlin Howe, Beaufort High • Ashley Jacobs, Beaufort High • Becca Little, Beaufort High • Blair Mumma, Beaufort High • Jordan Pender, Beaufort High • Rebecca Petry, Beaufort High • Jessica Romine, Beaufort High • Jessica Vido, Battery Creek • Emily Webster, Thomas Heyward Academy • Angelina Whalen, Battery Creek • Ashton Wheeler, Beaufort High

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No CAPA Café at this year’s Water Festival, ends 22 year tradition After 22 years of food and fundraising, there will be no CAPA Café at the Beaufort Water Festival this summer. Due to the tough economy, the fundraising event was not projected to be profitable for the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA).

Each summer for the past 22 years, CAPA staff and volunteers have fed the Beaufort community members and tourists hundreds of pounds of delicious shrimp salad and chicken salad.

Local businesses have generously donated or sold at a reduced rate the fruits, vegetables and shrimp needed to make the meals. Over 100 CAPA volunteers and staff members worked over 700 hours in one week in 2008 preparing and serving the meals. CAPA Café has sold around 1,000 meals a year.

“CAPA Café has become a tradition for our community. We regret its demise: We’ll miss it as well,” said Susan Cato, CAPA executive director.

The Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA) is a local, non-profit organization chartered in 1981 for the purpose of providing prevention and intervention programs targeted at breaking the cycle of child abuse and aiding its victims. CAPA provides school-based safety and character development education programs for children, several teen pregnancy prevention programs, and a variety of parent

education and support programs.

With most industries suffering during the economic downturn, CAPA cannot expect this year to be like years past. Many local businesses and firms purchase CAPA Café tickets in bulk to disperse amongst their staff and clients. With budgets a little tighter this year, this type of purchase may put a strain on our local businesses.

CAPA wants to serve the greater community and considers it an honor to be a part of the Beaufort Water Festival, organizers said.

Unfortunately, it was not in the nonprofit’s best fiscal interest to do so this year. The Festival Committee will still hold the Antique Show Sneak Preview on Wednesday, July 15, 5:00 to 7 p.m. in the Beaufort Town Center.

Entrance is $10 per person and all proceeds will benefit CAPA. CAPA also offers professional training for adults who are mandated reporters of child abuse and neglect, offers a family support/ mentoring program, and operates a shelter for abused and neglected children. Most residents of the Open Arms Shelter live in Beaufort County but the shelter also serves Hampton, Jasper, Colleton and Allendale counties.

For more information or to make a donation, please call the CAPA Outreach Office at 524.4350.

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News Water Festival schedule of events BHS Big Green Booster Club updates FRIDAY, JULY 10

Opening Ceremony Sponsored By Allen Patterson Residential 7 p.m., Waterfront Park Featuring the Parris Island Marine Band and Fireworks Show Free admission ---------------------------------------------

SATURDAY, JULY 11 Raft Race Sponsored by Ferguson Enterprises 9 a.m., Waterfront Park Entry fee for participants Bocce Tournament Sponsored by JoCo Construction 9 a.m., Waterfront Park Entry fee for participants Festival Art and Craft Market 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Promenade, Waterfront Park Free to Public Children's Toad Fishing Tournament Sponsored by Sea Island/Atlas Van Lines 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Waterfront Park Free to Public

Coast Guard Cutter Tours 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Waterfront Park Subject to Availability Free To Public Lowcountry Estuarium 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Waterfront Park Free To Public

Children's Day Sponsored by Coca Cola Featuring rides and games 11:00 a.m. - 3 p.m., Waterfront Park Free To Public Sailing Regatta (continued) 2 p.m. - 4 p.m., Beaufort River Gatorland Ski Show 3 p.m. - 5 p.m., Beaufort River Teen Dance Entertainment by DJ Ross Brown 8 p.m. - 11 p.m., Waterfront Park Ages 13-17 only. NO RE-ENTRY No Shuttle Service Available Admission $10 ---------------------------------------------

MONDAY, JULY 13

Sponsors' Expo 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Waterfront Park Pavilion Free To Public

Croquet Tournament Sponsored by Modern Jewelers 9 a.m., Waterfront Park Entry fee for participants

Coast Guard Cutter Tours 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Waterfront Park Subject to Availability Free To Public

Festival Art and Craft Market 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Promenade, Waterfront Park Free to Public

Lowcountry Estuarium 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Waterfront Park Free To Public Badminton Tournament Sponsored by A. C. Harvey Screen Printing 11 a.m., Waterfront Park Entry fee for participants Gatorland Ski Show 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., Beaufort River Sailing Regatta Sponsored by Ameris Bank 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Beaufort River Entry fee for participants Concert in the Park Sponsored by Country 106.9 FM Entertainment featuring Little Big Town 8 p.m. - Midnight, Waterfront Park NO STROLLERS ALLOWED Admission $25 ---------------------------------------------

SUNDAY, JULY 12

Motown Monday Sponsored by Tri Command Communities 8 p.m. - 11 p.m., Waterfront Park Entertainment by Golden Touch Admission $5, free to all active duty military with ID ---------------------------------------------

TUESDAY, JULY 14 Croquet Tournament (continued) 9 a.m., Waterfront Park Festival Art and Craft Market 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Promenade, Waterfront Park Free to Public Tropical Tuesday 8 p.m. - 11 p.m., Waterfront Park Entertainment Featuring A1A Band Admission $12 ---------------------------------------------------

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15

Festival Art and Craft Market 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Promenade, Waterfront Park Free to Public

Croquet Tournament (continued) 9 a.m., Waterfront Park

Boat Bingo Sponsorship available 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Local Waters Entry fee for participants

Festival Art and Craft Market 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Promenade, Waterfront Park Free to Public

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Beaufort High School Big Green Booster Club has reserved stadium seats on sale for Varsity Football games for $10 each until Aug. 1. Space is limited so please email biggreenboosterclub@gmail.com to be put in contact with a member to arrange your seating. All reserved seats will be $20 after Aug. 1.

Also, the Booster Club is accepting membership applications for the 2009/2010 season. There will be a prize drawing of $500 to a lucky member and all applications will be put in the drawing!

Email biggreenboosterclub@gmail.com to receive your application and get more details.

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True love brings together, keeps together Water Festival Commodore and wife

by John C. Williams

During the summer of 1974, Wilmot Schott took Julie Mickel on their first date during Water Festival week.

This week, 35 years later, the couple kicks off the 54th Water Festival as Commodores, with their three children also heavily involved. Nice little circle of life, isn’t it?

“My Dad was stationed at Marine Corps Recruiting Station at Parris Island,” Schott said. “We left and returned again when Dad was stationed at the Marine Corps Air Station. I attended grammar school at Laurel Bay and then when we moved off base I attended Mossy Oaks Elementary, then Beaufort Junior High and Beaufort High School.

“I started my career in construction as a plumber apprentice with Paul’s Plumbing and continued in the construction field for several years. I became employed by Beaufort County as a Plumbing Codes Inspector in the late 80’s,” Schott said. He now is the Senior Building Codes Inspector for Beaufort County.

The Commodore of the Water Festival is the top dog, the Big Kahuna, who usually has toiled for years in other support positions to reach the top rung. He or she is responsible for the overall flavor of “their” Water Festival, and can help guide the tone of the event through entertainment, evening events and the overall “feel.”

Ex-Commodores are never off the hook, though. Several are invited back each Water Festival to participate in the unique group called “The Whistlers,” who perform after the Lowcountry Supper. The Whistlers involve ex-Commodores wearing oversized top hats to cover their heads and faces. They have their bare chests painted to look like eyes and their belly buttons made up as mouths and well, you get the picture – and if not, just come out to next Thursday’s Lowcountry Supper … It’s fair to say some of the Water Festival’s biggest laughs have come during Whistler shows.

Schott was named 2009 Beaufort Water Festival Commodore after serving as a volunteer for over 20 years. His goal as Commodore is simple and direct: “To have a variety of good all-around entertainment for affordable prices.”

Schott began as a committee member for the Water Festival fishing tournament in the

1980’s, eventually becoming the event chairperson. He has served as a Water Festival Director since 1998 and has been a Water Festival Coordinator for seven years beginning in 2002.

“Some of my favorite memories are seeing people that I have not seen all year and being able to spend time with them, picnicking on the bay and watching our children grow up in the festival and participating in it,” Schott said, reflecting on this year’s theme, ‘Rivers of everlasting memories.’ He also highlighted his memories of “enjoying the decorated shrimp boats, some even had bands, at the seawall and at the sandbar.”

Schott’s entire family has been involved with the Water Festival for several years.

Julie has been a Director and a Pirette Chaperone. Wilmot and Julie have three children, Rainey Stoute, Joshua Schott, and Rena Barton. Daughter Rainey and daughter-in-law Brooke (McBride) Schott have both been Water Festival Pirettes. Son Joshua has volunteered with the fishing tournament, kayak and raft races. Daughters Rena Barton and Rainey Schott have volunteered at headquarters and with Children’s Day. Wilmot also commended his mother-in-law, Myrtle Mickel, for all of the support she has given to help out with festival such as sewing, cooking and laundry services.

“I would like to thank the community for all the memories of years growing up in Beaufort County, and I hope I can give back as much to the community as it has given to me,” Schott said. Those memories tie in to the slogan he selected for this year’s Festival: ‘Rivers of everlasting memories.’

Schott has been involved in the past with the Women in the Outdoors program, Ducks Unlimited and the South Carolina Waterfowl Association.

He is a 2004 Leadership Beaufort graduate and frequently is found behind a barbecue grill or oyster steamer, volunteering to cook for many community fundraising events. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling with his wife, children and grandchildren.

Photo credit - Sue Jarrett Photographer www.suejarrett.com

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Antique Show Preview 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Beaufort Town Center (behind Outback Steakhouse) Proceeds to benefit Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA) Admission $10 Talent Show Sponsored by McDonald's Hosted by Preceptor Omega Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority 7 p.m. - 11 p.m., Waterfront Park Admission $10, free admission with Official 2009 Beaufort Water Festival T-Shirt -----------------------------------------------------

THURSDAY, JULY 16 Croquet Tournament Finals 9 a.m., Waterfront Park

6 p.m. - 11 p.m., Waterfront Park Supper served 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Entertainment by The Chilly Willy Band, The Whistlers, and The Swinging Medallions Admission $15 Shuttle service 6 p.m.- midnight

Antique Show & Sale 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Beaufort Town Center (behind Outback Steakhouse) Lowcountry Supper Sponsored by Waste Pro, USA

Festival Art and Craft Market 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Promenade, Waterfront Park Free to Public

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FRIDAY, JULY 17 Festival Art and Craft Market 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Promenade, Waterfront Park Free to Public Antique Show & Sale 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Beaufort Town Center (behind Outback Steakhouse) Bed Race Sponsored by Advanced Mold Technologies 5 p.m., Bay Street From Harrington St. to Newcastle St. Entry fee for participants

Festival Art and Craft Market 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Promenade, Waterfront Park Free to Public

SATURDAY, JULY 18

River Dance Sponsorship available 8 p.m. - Midnight, Waterfront Park Entertainment by Shark Rodeo and B Town Playaz MUST BE 18 OR OLDER WITH VALID ID TO ATTEND Admission $12

Water Festival Grand Parade Organized by the Beaufort Lions Club 10 a.m. - Noon. Downtown Beaufort Entry fee for participants Antique Show & Sale (Final Day) 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Beaufort Town Center (behind Outback Steakhouse) Lowcountry Estuarium Noon - 4 p.m., Waterfront Park Free to Public Shrimp Boat Display Noon - 4 p.m., Waterfront Park Subject to Availability Free to Public Coast Guard Cutter Tours Noon - 4 p.m., Waterfront Park Subject to Availability Free to Public

Free to Public Commodore's Ball Sponsored by Mazzanna's Lawn Service 8 p.m. - Midnight, Waterfront Park Entertainment by General Johnson and Chairmen of the Board Admission $10 ----------------------------------------------------

SUNDAY, JULY 19 Festival Art and Craft Market 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Promenade, Waterfront Park Free to Public Blessing of the Fleet and Parade of Ships Sponsored by the Water Festival Commodores Noon - 2 p.m., Beaufort River Free to Public Community Non-Profit Expo 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Waterfront Park Free to Public Lowcountry Estuarium Noon - 2 p.m., Waterfront Park Free to Public

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Eric Billing recently formed a committee to create a Beaufort Downtown Community Garden (BDCG). He spoke to owners of a block of land on Prince and Bladen streets downtown and they have granted temporary use of the land for BDCG purposes. Billing is trying to gauge community interest in such a project and is looking for donations to get it up and running.

Start-up costs will include irrigation, tools, soil improvement, and possibly lumber for making raised beds.

Donations will also be used to sponsor a number of “free” plots for use by residents of the Northwest Quadrant who cannot afford them. A number of plots are available for

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LOCAL HAPPENINGS

Seven locals to receive awards at Arts Council annual meeting July 22 On July 22 the Arts Council of Beaufort County will hold its annual meeting to honor seven Beaufort County residents with the annual Jasmine Community Arts Award, each one a sculpture created by Lowcountry artist Hank D. Herring.

City of Beaufort Mayor’s Award for the Arts ~ Jo Ann Kingsley Kinglsey’s work with the USCB Continuing Education program and the Lunch with Authors series has impacted hundreds of people across the county, and her service as a Board member to the Arts Council of Beaufort County for so many years was extremely valuable. For all of these reasons, and her overarching commitment to quality programming, the ACBC Board of Director’s recommended her receipt of this award to Mayor Keyserling.

Town of Port Royal Mayor’s Award for the Arts ~ Tina B. Fripp Fripp’s commitment to the art scene in Port Royal is long-lived; participating in local festivals, presenting and publicizing music at the Farmer’s Market and the First Friday events. Her work has exhibited her passion to enhance the arts scene in the county. For this reason, the ACBC Board of Director’s recommended her receipt of this award to Mayor Murray.

Town of Bluffton Mayor’s Award for the Arts ~ Amos Hummell Hummell’s grassroots and diligent efforts to institute an arts scene and support artists in the historic Bluffton area exhibit a passion and persistence that is crucial to ensure quality arts experiences across the county. For this reason, the ACBC Board of Director’s recommended his receipt of this award to Mayor Sulka.

Arts Business Partner of the Year ~ Jeremy and Jen Hayden, Bay Street Music The award recognizes significant contributions to the arts and culture in Beaufort County. Bay Street Music’s generosity to ensure that quality technical support is provided for arts and culture events sponsored by non-profit organizations in the County is unparalleled. The Haydens also work responsibly with some of our Community Arts Grant recipients to ensure that their technical requirements and

equipment needs are met. For all of these reasons we are thrilled to be able to present Bay Street Music with this award.

Volunteer of the Year ~ Irby Rentz Without Rentz’ dedication and commitment to the mission and purpose of the Arts Council of Beaufort County we wouldn’t be where we are today. From providing food for our various events to setting up the Chalk Festival, to moving and building walls at ARTworks, to organizing valet parking at the Harlem Renaissance, to assisting with all of our technical needs ~ Rentz’ volunteer hours have provided invaluable service to the arts community.

Town of Hilton Head Mayor’s Award for the Arts ~ Martha Ahrens Schymik Schymik’s work as a curator and exhibit designer for the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina and the Coastal Discovery Museum impacts hundreds of people each year.

The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, Art League, Choral Society and the children of the School for Creative Arts have all benefited from her dedication to ensuring that the arts are available in the community. For all of these reasons and her overarching commitment to quality programming, the ACBC Board of Director’s recommended her receipt of this award to Mayor Peebles.

Arts Educator of the Year ~ Alana Adams, Director of Education, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina Adams has created an amazing and thoughtful program at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, and taken the lead for the SC 92 Kennedy Center Partners in Education by becoming the representative to the SC Alliance for Arts Education. This award is granted to an educator who weaves the arts in to the everyday lives of students and Adams’ programs are a true testament to ensuring that Beaufort County students receive well-rounded arts experiences.

ACBC’s home is in ARTworks, which is 12,000 square feet of dedication to community arts located in Beaufort Town Center-- look for Blue Moo and the Mermaid out front, at 2127 Boundary Street, Beaufort SC 29902, 843-379-2787, www.beaufortcountyarts.com.

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Andrew Settlemire, as a sophomore at Beaufort High School, led the varsity soccer team to a third place finish in Region 8 with a team high 22 goals and 14 assists. He was named the team’s offensive player of the year and was also named to the All Region 8 team. He recently served as a counselor for the Adrian Pinasco Beaufort Summer Soccer camp. For his successes and work to help others succeed in soccer, Andrew is The Island News Athlete of the Week!

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Beaufort East 11-12 All Stars head to state tournament The Beaufort East 11-12 O-Zone Dixie Youth All-Stars won the District 8 Championship this month, 10-0 against the Hilton Head All-Stars. Beaufort East went 3-1 in the championship series outscoring their opponents 42-12.

Beaufort East moves on to the State Tournament in Lexington beginning July 18.

Members of the Beaufort East All-star Team are Front Row (L-R) Sheldon Clark, Bradley Brown, Keaton Butler, Brady Cormier, Jawan Mack, Louis Brown, Middle Row (L-R) Tyler Rentz, Josh Fickes, Mattison Pike, Carson Gregory, Shuler Black, Jason Senn. Back Row (L-R) Coach Wheatley Alford, Head Coach Jim Pike, and Coach Brian Gregory.

Coach Jim Pike accepting the District 8 tournament trophy Members of the Beaufort East District 8 Championship Team with and without their trophies following the championship game.

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How to take better pictures of your kids

by Nadine O’Quinn

Summer is upon us and with that comes vacations and spending more time with family.

That will give Mom and Dad ample time to snap those special shots of their little ones.

With the advent of the digital camera, everyone can afford to ‘snap away’ in search of that perfect photo of little Johnny or Susie.

I would like to share some secrets for capturing childhood’s magic moments.

These are some practical and easy to follow hints on how to turn a parent’s enthusiasm into memorable photographs.

First, let’s get your kids ready for the photos. The choice of clothing and props can make the difference. Choose an outfit that fits the personality of your child. Avoid heavy patterns or stripes, huge logos, words etc. If you photograph more than one child, make sure that all kids wear clothes that are the same in color and style to guarantee a coordinated look. Solid, neutral colors look best.

Remember - sometimes the simplest wardrobe makes the perfect picture!

Props -- who is more important in a picture? Props or your child? Focus point number one is always your daughter or your son! But sometimes a few simple items can add a lot of impact to an image, such as hats, flowers, or teddy bears. Among those props to consider: a picnic basket, a musical instrument, or even pets. This can make your photograph unique.

Next, let’s find the right spot. With that big ball of natural light we call the sun, taking pictures of your kids is easier outside than inside. The whole world can be used as a background for photos and Beaufort has more than its fair share of beautiful background scenery. Perhaps a trip to Hunting Island, the Waterfront Park, or Old Sheldon Church would provide the perfect opportunity to get some nice portraits. That favorite tree or flower at home could also be the perfect place.

Once you’ve found that great spot, you next have to consider the quality of the light you might get there. Everybody loves bright sunny days, but they are not necessarily the best for portrait photos. They are actually the most difficult! When the sun is high in the sky, the eyebrows and forehead block the light over the eyes and create the ‘raccoon eyes’ effect you may have noticed.

A solution to this is to move that portrait opportunity to a shadowed area if possible or take the pictures at a different time of day. Actually, the light within an hour of sunrise or sunset is best for taking pictures. Try it and you will see the beautiful colors. The light has a soft, warm quality that gives the skin a nice healthy glow and no ‘raccoon eyes’! Johnny and Susie might not be too happy about being dragged out of the bed at the crack of dawn for pictures, but most everyone can be happy at sunset.

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Cloudy and overcast days can be great opportunities for portrait photos as well. But they also have their own challenge which you need to know how to handle. On cloudy days the light seems to come from everywhere and nowhere. To give your photograph more contrast simply use your fill-flash mode on your camera. This is a quick and easy lighting solution. And it also works if you move your child into a shadow spot!

Now that you have that perfect outfit, a prop or two, and have found the right place, you actually have to take the pictures! Most the cameras these days will adjust the settings and exposure for you automatically. All you have to think about is how you want the picture to look.

Look in your view finder or LCD screen before taking the picture and place things where you’d like them to be before pressing the button. Where do you want your child/children in the photo in relation to the background and their surroundings? Should they be in the middle or off to the right or left or at the top or bottom? Should you take the photo vertically or horizontally? Should you zoom out or in?

Actually, there are no wrong answers to these questions. Try them all! If you’re shooting with a digital camera, it won’t cost you a dime! They can all make for great photos. Always try to remember that children are ‘little people,’ and you may have to get down on their level to get shots of those great expressions. This might mean getting your knees or the seat of your pants dirty to get shots at their eye level. Heck, even try lying down and taking pictures up at them. There is no real right or wrong. Just remember to always focus on those great expressions.

Nadine O’Quinn is an experienced photographer and operates her own studio. Visit www. nadineoquinn.com for more information.

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Beaufort Dog hears the barking, opens second location Beaufort Dog is opening a second location, this one in the Habersham Market.

“We have only been open in the downtown location for a year,” says owner and top behaviorist, Kelley Blackston, “however, the services we offer have been so appreciated, we need to expand. We value convenience for both dogs and owner.”

The new shop will be located at 24 Market Street. Its location between the two military bases will be a great option for the military community for day care, grooming, and retail. Both shops will be run by behaviorists to ensure the safety of all dogs. The new facility will offer sitting, walking, daycare, grooming, and training.

Boarding will be provided at the main headquarters on Boundary Street with a doggie shuttle operating to and from Habersham.

Beaufort Dog is the same dog resort that recently opened a water park for its clients and the public. All services at the new location will begin July the 15.

They will also host a “yappy hour” on July the 14 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 24 Market Street. For more information visit www.BeaufortDog.com.

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Pets

BowWOW!

Facts, observations and musings about Our Best Friends

Is the perfect lawn worth it?

By Tracie Korol

Imagine this: You’re about to climb into your comfy bed. You crawl between the sheets, punch up the pillow to “just right,” and realize… someone has soaked your bed in Round-Up. The sheets are damp, now your pajamas are damp and the smell is about to knock you over.

Welcome to Dog World. This scenario happens to our pets all the time.

Every day they play on, lie on, sleep on lawns that have been treated with deadly chemicals. They’re on the grass in public parks, they’re on the lush green spaces in our gated communities, they are living on top of chemicals sprayed willy-nilly out in the country where I live.

Dogs play, sleep, roll around in and even eat treated grass. We track the chemicals into our homes on our shoes so it creates a residue on our floors and carpets. When you live only a few inches above ground level you never escape the effects. It is well documented that long-term exposure to herbicides causes myriad health problems in humans. It causes myriad health problems in dogs, too.

In 1991, in a study published in The Journal of the National Cancer Institute, researchers reported that dogs were two times more likely to develop lymphoma if their owners sprayed or sprinkled the 2,4-D herbicide on the lawn four or more times a year. A common name for 2,4 D is Weed-B-Gon. Chemical residues can be inhaled or absorbed through a dog’s skin or footpads, where they can cause central nervous system disturbances and affect organ function. Poisonings with these substances in humans can cause symptoms that mimic flu, allergy, headaches, nausea, breathing difficulties and high blood pressure.

In dogs, herbicide poisonings mimic other diseases. It may that your dog simply feels crummy, is lethargic, her nose running a bit. Or it can be much worse. It’s difficult, though, for a veterinarian to establish a true cause-and-effect relationship between exposure and illness. Blood chemistry tests that could make that link are rarely ordered due to the high cost. So what are we to do?

Avoid exposing your dog to grassy fields or weed patches in your community that have recently been sprayed or are routinely sprayed.

Certainly, do not intentionally use these chemicals around your house.

That would be the common sense approach. Sadly though, we do not always have control over what is sprayed in our neighborhoods.

NaturChem obliterated acres of public and private land with a chemical cocktail of Ecomazapyr, glyphosate and a mystery surfactant. While officials of these companies claim it is “so safe you can drink it” (really, they said that), they also maintain that it will be three to eight years before the treated land will support any plant life again. Wow. That has to be pretty potent stuff to kill off life for eight years.

See for yourself. Take a drive up through Sheldon this weekend and see what dead-on-dead looks like. As you view our brown vistas consider what you’ll do when the tank trucks head into your neighborhood. Your kids will be breathing the overspray. So will your dogs. Your kids and your dogs will be playing on or near areas that are in the process of dying.

While controlling your yard with chemicals may seems like an easy way to get the green lawn your neighbors envy, it not worth the risk of poisoning your best friend. Rinse your dog’s feet after exercising on a treated lawn.

Rinse any fetch toys she may have played with on the lawn, too. Of course, call your veterinarian immediately if your dog ever shows signs of illness following exposure to treated grassy fields.

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It has been estimated that between three and five per cent of all people are chemically sensitive to the point of suffering ill effects from levels of herbicide exposure considered “safe” by the EPA and companies like SCE&G and NaturChem. There is no reason to believe that other mammal species, including our dogs, would be much different.

BowWOW! is a production of Tracie Korol and wholeDog. She is a trainer, holistic behavior coach, a canine massage therapist (CMT), herbalist, and canine homeopath.

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15 Walling Grove Rd Beautiful home on tidal creek w/private dock. 5BR, 3.5BA, 3742 sq ft., too many features to list, see online. $749,900.

Mary McClaskey - RE/MAX 843-524-1799 www.BeaufortRealEstateinfo.com 13 Cameron Drive Beautiful home with open floorplan. 1436 sq ft, like new! $157K. Mary McClaskey - RE/MAX 843-322-8001 www.BeaufortRealEstateInfo.com

Intracoastal Waterway Home w/ Private Pier Head- Shared Dock 32 Piccadilly CirclePleasant Point 4 BD/3 ½ BA- 3211 sq/ft on .92 Acres. Asking $699,000 Will consider rent to own.

Kim Carswell ~ Ballenger Realty 843-271-8283. www.KiminBeaufort.com

Polowana RD 4.76 acres of wooded property on tidal creek. Great views across Dataw Island!! $295K. Mary McClaskey - RE/MAX 843-524-1799 www.BeaufortRealEstateInfo.com

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20 Wood Ibis Trail Amazing intracoastal water views! Watch the ships go by!!

1.46 acres in upscale Walling Grove Plantation.

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Southern Magnolia – Charming 3 BR, 2 BTH, Newly painted, hardwood floors, nicely landscaped yard, garage. $199,900 Call Martha # 252-4405

Immaculate Mobile Lady’s Island 2 SKY COURT

1736 sq/ft, 3 BD, 2 BA, Walkin Closets, Fireplace, Huge Screen Porch, Large Kitchen, Utility RM.67 Acre Park like setting. Move in ready.

MLS 119177 $141,000 Call Kim Carswell, www.KiminBeaufort.com Ballenger Realty 843-271-8283

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FURNITURE Dining Room set Table (with leaf ), 6 chairs, and china cabinet. $800 OBO Please call - 597-0238 GOLF CART E-Z Go golf cart with 2 seats, extended roof, lights and turn signals. $3,000.00 Little used, excellent condition.

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AUTOMOTIVE 1966 FORD GALAXY CUSTOM

This is my baby! Only 13000 original miles, factory air, power steering, four door, automatic, 289 engine.

It is close to perfect. $6500

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1966 RAMBLER AMERICAN

Two door hard top, recent paint, new BF Goodrich tires, new Crager SS rims, three on the tree, and a lot of fun to drive. Turns heads everywhere I go. $5900

lots LOT IN RIDGELAND S.C. Located in the Mossy Oaks Subdivision $34,900.

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