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Boy raises funds for wounded vets Jack Carter Worrell, 8, presents a check for $1,060 to The Independence Fund before playing golf April 26 with wounded veterans at the Sanctuary Golf Club.

A large crowd gathered on the driving range of the Sanctuary Golf Club on Cat Island before playing the course last Thursday, April 26. These people weren’t practicing putting though, they were supporting Healing Heroes Golf Week and recognizing the efforts of one little boy who wanted to help those military men and women who bravely fought to defend the freedoms that define the United States.

It was on the driving range that 8-year-old Jack Carter Worrell, flanked by wounded veterans and their caregivers, presented a check to The Independence Fund for $1,060.

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THE ISLAND NEWS LOVES TO GIVE AWAY COOL PRIZES Congratulations to this week’s winner, Celeste Prince-Brown of Beaufort.

Celeste entered our Facebook contest last week and won a $100 gift certificate to The Tooting Egret.

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he beautiful Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park will be the backdrop for the 13th annual A Taste of Beaufort Festival. Produced by Main Street Beaufort, USA, this free admission festival on May 4 and 5 represents two days of food, music, beer, wine and fun for the whole family.

At the main event on Saturday, May 5, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., enjoy traditional and innovative food choices being offered by local restaurants and sample the many different “tastes” of Beaufort.

From local seafood to international food offerings, be prepared to find a new favorite dish. Food and drink vendors will accept tickets that can be purchased at the ticket booths for $1 each.

Items will be sold for two to seven tickets. Stay entertained while eating with live music on the pavilion stage, or let the kids frolic on the jumpers and slides located near the playground area. An arts and crafts market will also be open during festival hours.

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Last call for Civitas Award nominations

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Chamber celebrates individuals and businesses that make a difference

Nominations are open for Beaufortarea community leaders who made a difference in 2011 as the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce opened the application process for the 11th Annual Civitas Awards.

The deadline for nominations is Friday, May 4. Winners will be celebrated at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting June 29 at Dataw Island.

“Each year the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce celebrates individuals and organizations that have made a positive impact on our community. We have a wonderful tradition that we look to build upon with this year’s nominees and winners,” said Blakely Williams, president of the Beaufort Chamber.

The Civitas program is in line

CIVITAS CATEGORIES • Community Stewardship • Excellence in Free Enterprise • Outstanding Non-Profit • Outstanding Employee • Outstanding Young Professional • Regional Economic Impact • Leadership Beaufort Alumni • Tourism Leadership • Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year • Junior Enlisted Service Member of the Year • Military Citizen of the Year • Lifetime of Leadership. with the chamber’s mission to lead the enhancement, expansion

and diversification of the business community. The awards cover a wide scope of excellence in the community.

Nomination forms are available at www.beaufortchamber.org and at the Chamber offices and Visitors Center, both on Craven Street. Last year there were 55 nominees in 12 categories.

“This is such a great way to recognize the people and groups who make northern Beaufort County so special.

We hope to have even more nominees this year because there have been so many positive things happening in our community,” said Jon Rembold, chairman of the Beaufort Regional Chamber Board of Directors.

For more information, visit www. beaufortchamber.org or call Renee Faucher 843-525-8537.

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Beaufort-area hotel occupancy up 5% in 2012 Hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts and other overnight accommodations in Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands saw a 5 percent increase in occupancy rates the first quarter of this year compared to 2011.

The increase more than doubles the January-March occupancy rate increase of 2 percent from 2010 to 2011, and is a positive sign of an economic rebound, said Jon Rembold, board chairman of the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce.

“Increasing the accommodations tax revenue in our area is a primary focus of

the chamber’s marketing and advertising efforts,” Rembold said. “We’re excited to see those efforts paying off.

“With articles and advertising about the Beaufort area appearing in publications such as Coastal Living, Southern Living and Garden & Gun, we are looking forward to more visitors — and to some of those visitors making a decision to relocate here and enjoy the Lowcountry full time,” Rembold said.

Helping boost tourism through travel articles is one part of the chamber’s outreach.

In addition to a warm winter and possible carryover effects of the Beaufort 2011 Tricentennial, in February the Marine Corps extended by one day the graduation celebrations at Parris Island Marine Corps Recruit Depot.

Occupancy rates are reported to the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce by Smith Travel Report, an international independent research company that collects and reports occupancy data for the hotel industry.

The company tracks occupancy rates at 13 properties in the Beaufort and Port Royal area.

City continues planning process with charrettes The City of Beaufort will continue its exciting design and master planning process to create a Civic Master Plan with the Sectors 4 & 5 Design & Planning Charrette from May 21-25. Community involvement is essential to this process, and we look forward to seeing everyone.

The Civic Master Plan will establish principles and standards that all public and private development will follow and will identify and promote investment and reinvestment opportunities, block by block, in each neighborhood throughout the entire city. Each neighborhood has its own unique history, character and physical attributes and we need your help to identify how each will evolve over the

coming decades.

The planning for Sectors 4 & 5 of the Civic Master Plan will encompass the following areas: Robert Smalls Parkway, Burton, Boundary Street, Islands of Beaufort, Battery Shores, Overlook and Lady’s Island. The Sector 4 Public Workshop will be May 10 at 6 p.m. at Beaufort City Hall. The Sector 5 Public Workshop will be May 15 at 6 p.m. at Beaufort Academy.

These public workshops prior to the charrette’s will gather input from local residents and property owners.

Comments from these meetings will be summarized on the Office of Civic Investment website.

Sector 4 includes all the areas within the city limits west of Ribaut Road and west of Battery Creek. This sector includes the western portion of Boundary Street, City Government Complex/New City Hall, Beaufort Town Center, Beaufort Plaza, portions of Burton, as well as the Marine Corps Air Station.

Sector 5 includes the areas within the city limits located on Lady’s Island, including various properties along Sea Island Parkway, the Beaufort County Airport, Beaufort High School, and two Planned Unit Developments (Distant Island and Cane Island).

For more information, contact Josh Martin at jmartin@cityofbeaufort.org.

LOWCOUNTRY BROIL Did you get a boot on your car parking downtown or is the traffic light on your street ridiculously slow? Or would you like to thank a stranger for a random act of kindness? Here’s your chance to sound off about what you love and hate. Send your comments to LowcountryBroil@gmail.com and you could see them in our new column called Lowcountry Broil. Don’t worry: They’re all anonymous.

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Out on a limb: The 10 greatest pop songs

By Jack Sparacino

You may recall our recently launched Adage Revisitation Team and their bold efforts to assess the validity of popular sayings. Industrious souls that they were, they took time during their breaks and after the column to try to identify the 10 greatest pop songs EVER. Egad (or words to that effect), I said as I warned them that they were really climbing out on a limb with that task, way out in fact. When they asked me to write about their list here, I shared my concerns that they were bound to leave out many peoples’ favorites and might create a musical uproar. Undaunted and undeterred, they insisted that I go ahead and share the results of their hard work.

Just a quick note about the criteria and process they used. The songs had to have stood the test of time, so no new ones were considered. They had to span at least three to four different styles and, if possible, be great on a jukebox. The team used a wide assortment of helpful tools, including a high power telescope, two dart boards, a pair of dice, a magic 8 ball, and, of course, back issues of Rolling Stone magazine, a computer and a calculator. I generously provided a large bottle of wood hardener to (ahem) help with that limb. Here’s what they came up with after hours of vigorous debate.

1. “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.”

Written by Harold Arlen, performed

Jack Sparacino has a Ph.D. in psychology from The University of Chicago. He has published over 20 articles in psychological and medical journals. He is retired from United Technologies Corporation and now lives with his wife, Jane and their two dogs on St. Helena Island. His hobbies include fishing, clamming, crabbing, shrimping and writing.

by Judy Garland. More than 50 artists have since recorded this timeless classic from “The Wizard of Oz,” and audiences have been enchanted by Judy Garland’s rendition for almost 75 years. The flying monkeys liked it, too.

2. “Crazy.” Written by Willie Nelson, recorded by Patsy Cline in 1962.

Country just doesn’t get any better than this bombshell, sold by Mr. Nelson for only $50! Between all of them, the team calculated they had listened to this song 1,272 times and counting and felt there was not one thing crazy about that, either.

3. “Crossroads.” Written by Robert Johnson, performed by Eric Clapton and Cream. All titans here, great lyrics, great guitar work, a real symbol of the best 10 year period in rock and roll.

4. “Statesboro Blues.” Written by Blind Willie McTell, performed by The Allman Brothers. The song practically makes you jump up and smile and was ranked #9 by Rolling Stone when they compiled the 100 Greatest Guitar Songs of All Time.

5. “Gimme Some Lovin’.” Written

by Steve Winwood, Spencer Davis and Muff Winwood, and originally performed by The Spencer Davis

Group, lead vocal by Steve Winwood.

This one got bonus points both for being associated with numerous terrific films, including “The Blues Brothers,” “Good Morning, Vietnam,” and Beaufort’s own “The Big Chill.” Not to mention the fact that Mr. Winwood was only 18 when the song was recorded and I seldom saw a better performer in concert (just had to stick my two cents in on this one).

6. “All Along the Watchtower.”

Written by Bob Dylan, performed by Jimi Hendrix. This song first appeared on Dylan’s 1967 album John Wesley Harding and he’s performed it in concert more often than any of his other songs. The lyrics alone are spectacular, including the opening “There must be some kind of way out of here, said the joker to the thief.”

7. “Nothing I can Do About It Now.” Written by Beth Nielsen Chapman, performed by Willie Nelson. This one is a gangbuster, tight as a drum and light as a cloud, with a ton of bonus points for the poignant, wistful lyrics. They begin with “I’ve got a long list of real good reasons for all the things I’ve done”, and build beautifully from there.

8.“Respect.” Written by Otis Redding,

performed by Aretha Franklin. The team had some good data to back them up on this one, as it is #5 on Rolling Stone’s list of The 500 Greatest Jack Songs of All Time. A Sparacino real blockbuster is this one, and Ms. Franklin is of course still going strong as she digs into her sixth DECADE as a headline performer.

9. “Unforgettable.”

Written by Irving Gordon, sung by Nat King Cole.

This one got a “slew” of points, according to team leader Slick Whistler, and even more credit for the simply lovely and haunting posthumous duet recorded with daughter Natalie Cole.

10. “Midnight Rambler.” Written

by Keith Richards and Mick Jagger, performed by The Rolling Stones. This song got the team’s “can’t go on a road trip without it” special designation and several bonus points for the cool title. Mr. Whistler was ready to stuff everyone into his minivan and head off with it blasting on the stereo, but sanity prevailed and the team got back to work.

Well, there you have it, the 10 greatest tunes as selected by our immodest team.

And what did they charge us for this labor of love? Nothing. We got it for a song.

To a man I never met for a moment I won’t soon forget

By Cherimie Crane Weatherford I have written about silly things, mundane things, absurdly obvious and uniquely strange things. Humor with serious undertones and happiness with sad overtones have both found their way into my musings. Today I write to a man I have never met and I do so with naked sincerity and genuine respect.

During my scurrying about on a typical can’t-catch-up-Friday, I was reminded of what it is to be an American. My deep Southern roots have always been a source of pride as I often defend my simple ways, southern drawl and resilient demeanor with a shield of regional distinction. Suddenly in the midst of running errands and running in circles, one man silenced the jumbled thoughts promoting an unfamiliar calm.

Making my third trip of the morning across Beaufort’s McTeer bridge, I saw a gentleman sitting proudly, holding firmly the American flag. He wasn’t saying Cherimie anything, wasn’t Crane Weatherford asking for, or paying any mind to, the attention being cast upon him by passers-by. His head faced stoically towards Parris Island as the flag whipped in the wind. The sun was gleaming through the red, white and blue like a halo of pride.

I was completely taken by the calmness, the contentment and the resounding silence exuding from this one man, on this

one day, with just one flag. My reaction surprised even me. I didn’t question his motives or his mentality, instead I questioned my own. Driving in my foreign car, wearing my foreign heels there was an unmistakable shame. When was the last time I felt a sense of patriotism? Unity?

Gratitude?

So enamored by this example of peace, I pulled to the side of the road. For just a few moments I closed my eyes and I remembered the photo of my grandfather in his dress blues, the funeral of my great grandfather and the unforgettable echo of the 21 Gun Salute. I thought of my cousin and how his life is on the line each and every day. The faces of the many young Marines, their wives, their children whom I have grown to love rushed through my mind like a family film. What about this

one man sitting quietly would cause such a stir in an otherwise uneventful day?

Maybe it was the purity of action, the unexpected display or the fascination with the motivation behind such a choice.

His choice, his action and his peaceful presentation had more impact on me than any other flag display I can recently recall.

For this one time I noticed the flag, the colors, and the unmistakable symbol of bravery, freedom and sacrifice. As the flag whipped in the wind, I was reminded of what it is to be free, to be alive, and to be proud of a complete stranger.

I still have no idea who the gentleman was, his motivation or his station in life, but I would like to say thank you. Thank you for quietly and peacefully connecting me again to my country, my family and the heroes I brush by daily.

The Baby Diaries: Learning the logistics of shopping with an infant

By Pamela Brownstein

“Having a baby changes everything.”

Wow. Shocker. What an original observation. I heard this phrase from many people when I was pregnant, and thought, obviously.

Now that our baby is four months old, I’m just starting to understand that generic saying. I guess I just wish people had been more specific with their advice.

For example, no one told me what it would be like to go grocery shopping with an infant

in a car seat/baby bucket. The first time I had to do a “quick trip” to the grocery store (which, I’ve discovered, now there’s no such things as a quick trip anywhere. “Stopping by” to pick up dry cleaning or “running in” to get a to-go coffee doesn’t exist when you have to carry and care for and safely harness a tiny human being.) I stood staring at the carts, and thought, where do I put the baby?

A helpful employee saw my confusion and showed me that the bucket should fit in the front little seat on the shopping cart.

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Apparently though, the car seat I have is too big and doesn’t fit. Even if it did fit, at only 5 feet tall, I wouldn’t be able to see over the bucket while pushing the cart. I learned that the hard way at PetSmart when an employee showed me how the bucket locks onto the cart to stay in place: Not only couldn’t I

see where I was going down the aisles, but later in the parking lot I had no idea how to unlock the bucket from the cart and needed assistance with that too.

Back at the grocery store, I just put the car seat in the cart and did my best.

I laughed when the baby woke up with a loaf of bread in his lap and saw himself surrounded by cans and jars and vegetables.

So now my advice to new parents will be more specific: “Having a baby makes every trip logistically more complicated.”

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business

Lowcountry Produce founders recognized by Commerce Department Dwight and Martha Garrett, founders of Lowcountry Produce in Lobeco and investors in historic downtown Beaufort through the new Lowcountry Produce Market & Café, earned a new title this month: South Carolina Ambassadors for Economic Development.

Gov. Nikki Haley and Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt celebrated the Garrett’s achievements April 17 as part of South Carolina’s Industry Appreciation Week.

The awards ceremony recognized 51 individuals from all 46 South Carolina counties who contributed to economic development in their local communities.

The Garretts, together with their sons, have operated their family farm in Lobeco for decades. In 2006, the Garretts started up a canning and preserving operation, expanding

their produce stand to a fully functioning food processing, packaging and distribution facility right from the family’s farm.

Today, Lowcountry Produce delivers smallbatch, handmade, hand-packed products to customers worldwide. The Garrett’s sons, Noel Garrett and Dwight Garrett and business partner, Seabury Thorp, in July 2011 leased the former Beaufort Post Office and City Hall. Lowcountry Produce Market & Café opened earlier this year on the corner of Carteret and Craven streets in the historic building.

Redevelopment of the former Beaufort City Hall and others structures allows the city to capitalize on the assets of existing structures, giving entrepreneurs like the Garretts the opportunity to further invest in their local economy, the Commerce Department noted.

business brief Sea Island Dentistry welcomes new dentist

Sea Island Dentistry announces a new addition to their staff. The practice welcomes new associate dentist Dr. Gary Ayers, DDS, beginning May 1. He will begin seeing patients on Tuesdays. Dr. Gary Ayers, as some may already know, has been a dentist in Beaufort for some 34 years. The past three years he took a leave of absence but now wishes to get back into practice a little bit as he has missed his profession dearly.

We are truly blessed to have him join our office in whatever time he can give us.

Dr Gary Ayers has been spending his time between traveling, Carteret Methodist Church, a local senior swim team, and of course his family. We hope our patients will welcome him with opens arms as we grow our practice.

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CHAMBER CELEBRATES BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS STATUS WITH MAREK REALTY GROUP

Marek Realty Group celebrated its prestigious status and unveiling of its new name with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, May 1, at 2121 Boundary Street, Suite 106. Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate announced that Marek Realty Group has joined its network.

Led by broker and owner Rob Marek, the brokerage will now do business as Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Marek Realty Group and continue to serve Beaufort. Pictured above, from left, is Sherry Chris, President and CEO of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC, who came from New Jersey to celebrate the event; broker Rob Marek; and President of the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce Blakely Williams. For more information about the real estate company, visit www.marekrealtygroup.com.

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Knowledge is power

By Martha O’Regan

I am grateful and humbled by the comments I receive about the thoughts I share in this column. Comments such as “that makes so much sense” or “I’ve always felt that way, but I didn’t know it was real” reflect my intention of bringing clarity and understanding to our greatest resource for health, happiness and success, which is energy, or personal power.

Six years ago, I began learning about the science and techniques behind energy medicine and bio energetic healing, due to my own health challenges.

As I began my healing journey, I was excited to share the concepts with every person I bumped into. Despite my enthusiasm and knowledge, when attempting the conversation surrounding the idea that we are all “powerful co-creators of our life experience,” I could see the eyes glaze over or dart to a watch with a “Gee, that’s great ... gotta run.”

I have since learned to tone it down but because I believe it to be the most empowering conversation of today. I have never quit sharing, I just became more selective, realizing not everyone was ready for it. As I scan over the last six years of sharing the message and creating

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a wellness practice around it, I am thrilled to see how large a community we have where this conversation is being shared on a daily basis. I no longer feel alone in the conversation and have found many more who understand what we all innately know — that we as human beings have a far greater capacity for a healthy, vibrant life than we have ever been taught before.

As I begin a conversation with a new practice member, I always say,“I’m not going to tell you anything you don’t already know, I’m just going to give you a working vocabulary and tools on how to apply it.” As the conversation continues, I can see the twinkling of

light bulbs flashing on inside with nods of “yea, I know that.” It is in us, it always has been. When we were kids, we were more tuned into it, letting our imagination run wild creating all sorts of adventures. Eventually, we turned all of that off in exchange for the “struggles of living a productive life.” But it doesn’t have to be that way if we choose it differently.

Start to look at life through the eyes of you as a child and see how ridiculous the “big people” are — running around stressing out over everything, judging every experience as “hard,” struggling to get through each day.

Then just take a deep breath and look at your own life, your own struggles and decide that it doesn’t have to be that way. That shift alone will make a huge impact on your health.

As our community of understanding grows, this conversation is getting easier and more expanded.

Those who are sick and tired of being sick and tired or who are throwing their hands up in surrender to the struggle are creating changes in their perspectives of life and finding their own bliss. I hope by reading this column, you will join our growing community as we continue to learn ways to Live Well ... Have Fun!

LOWCOUNTRY BICYCLES HOSTS DEMO, PRE-RACE RIDE

Riders from “Team Loco” of Lowcountry Bicycles joined with a few of the cyclists entered in the Annual Beaufort Memorial Cycling Classic on Monday for a pre-race ride. This followed an Outdoor Demo with Felt Bicycles. John Feeser, owner of Lowcountry Bicycles said, “It was great that the Felt demo van was able to stop by before the classic. Sean Rudzinsky (Felt representative) is a great guy and loves traveling all over the U.S. to share his love of cycling. And then to be able to ride beside these young racers is a real honor. Some of them are riding the racing circuit with the hope of eventually qualifying for the 2016 World Olympics.”

Sean found Beaufort to be a hidden gem for cycling enthusiasts, enjoying not only the road ride Monday, but also the trails Sunday out at Hunting Island State Park. He said he uses these demos as a way to not only showcase Felt bicycles, but also to help local shop owners promote cycling in their communities.

The bonus for him is getting to ride with the locals on their favorite routes.

The team riders included Laure van Gelder, who is a former National Criterium champion.

Increased risk of glaucoma in patients treated with inhaled steroids

By Mark Siegel, MD, FAAO

Steroids taken continuously for long periods of time (usually over 3 weeks) are well known to cause a rise in eye pressure, which can pose a risk for glaucoma. This can occur with either oral, topical ophthalmic (eye drop), topical dermatologic (cream), and injectable administration of the steroid medication.

About 5% of the general population is referred to as a “high steroid responder,” where a large and potentially dangerous rise in eye pressure occurs after daily steroid use for 4 to 6 weeks. Another third of the general population may experience a more moderate rise in eye pressure during that time frame. The remaining two-thirds of the population has a minimal rise in eye pressure. The below referenced study examined the possibility that inhaled

Mark Siegel, MD, FAAO Board certified, American Board of Ophthalmology, www. seaislandophthalmology. com steroids (used for treatment in asthma, sinus conditions, and other breathing conditions) could cause elevated eye pressure. Correlation with family history of glaucoma, and other findings of glaucoma (abnormal optic nerve appearance and loss of peripheral visual field) was made.

In this study, participants in the Blue Mountains Eye Study (in Australia) were used. Subjects were asked detailed questions about their history of

medication use, including the frequency and duration or nasal steroid use. They were given eye examinations where eye pressure was measured, the optic nerve was examined for risk of glaucoma, and automated visual field tests were given to determine if there was evidence of blind spots from glaucoma. Of 3,654 subjects in the study, 370 gave a history of inhaled steroid use, 164 were current users, 206 were past users, 303 subjects had used oral steroids, including 59 current users.

It was found that inhaled steroid use was associated with an increased risk of both glaucoma and elevated eye pressure, but only in subjects reporting a close family history of glaucoma. The highest risk for glaucoma was found in users of inhaled steroids at over four puffs per day with a positive past family

history of glaucoma. These individuals had a 6.3 times risk of having glaucoma or elevated eye pressure. Those with no family history of glaucoma had minimal if any increased risk for glaucoma or increased eye pressure.

It is estimated that 10% of the general population has a positive family history of glaucoma. Physicians should take this into account when prescribing inhaled steroids, as this group appears to be at substantially increased risk of developing glaucoma. Patients in this category should have regular eye examinations to determine if glaucoma is present if they are using these medications.

From P Mitchell MD, et al. Inhaled Corticosteroids, family history, and risk of glaucoma. Ophthalmology 2000; 106:2301-2306.

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ArtWorksInBeaufort.org. Bring your chairs and dancing shoes. All shows start at 6:30 p.m.

The GrooveTones, Saturday, May 12: This South Carolina blues/rock outfit has been tearing things up.

The band’s ace in the hole is guitarist Bill Luebke, who has been playing for 45 years and has a frightening mastery of the heavy-bending Stevie Ray Vaughan sound. Bassist Tony Reyes has a throat-shredding Texas blues vocal style, veteran drummer Greg Gresham was schooled in big band and jazz fusion, which gives his groove-laying, heart-skipping beats a heavily syncopated and funky edge.

Angela Easterling and The Beguilers, Saturday, May 26: Angela Easterling was raised in the South Carolina foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and her debut album, “Earning Her Wings” was chosen as “Americana Pick of the Year” by Smart Choice Music. She was selected for an official Americana Convention

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“The Deep Blue Sea” from The World Series presented by Emerging Pictures in HD at USCB Center For the Arts Friday, May 4 at 7 p.m.

Synopsis: A 1950’s story about Hester, a woman in post-WW II England, whose overpowering extra marital love affair threatens her well-being and alienates the men in her life. Hester is the wife of an older upper-class titled judge and a free spirit trapped in a passionless marriage. Her encounter with Freddie, a handsome former Royal Air Force pilot, throws her life into turmoil, as their erotic relationship leaves her emotionally stranded and physically isolated.

The film is an adaptation of British playwright Terence Rattigan’s 1952 play, featuring one of the greatest roles for an actress in modern theatre.

It is adapted and directed by Terence Davies, a leading British filmmaker. The story takes place all within one day.

Ratings and Reviews: This World film is so new that the two leading film web sites are still building consensus.

IMDb audience rating so far is 6.1 and Rotten Tomatoes critics’ ratings: 80% and audience of 53%. Good ratings.

Chicago Tribune: “... an extremely deft job of adaptation ... exquisitely cast”; Philadelphia Inquirer: “Weisz gives a heartbreaking performance”; The New York Times: “She is at once a sensible, capable, intelligent Englishwoman and a mad, keening martyr for love.”

Previewer Comments: The star of this U.K. film is certainly Rachel Weisz, whose amazing strong performance of frustration, desperation and passion propels her into an unequal love affair; which in turn leads to a path of disappointment and destruction. The music at the beginning of the film, which actually depicts the ending of the story, is passionate and brilliant. The film then “restarts” at the beginning of the story and shifts back and forth, much as our lives shift and jump around. Why is it we long for what we do not have and think we should have? Why do fool ourselves and dream about perfection in love that simply does not in reality exist? Yes, there is a wide and expansive blue ocean out there, but it also can be perilous and deep. This film is about the fate of untamable, irrational desire in a world of reality that does not have a place for it.

Rated: Rated R for sexuality with story appropriate sensuality amongst despair. Suitable for mature audiences.

Tickets for adults are $7, seniors $6, students $5. Call USCB Center for the arts box office at 843-521-4145 or purchase day of performance. Box office opens one hour prior to show time.

Dennis Tavernetti is a resident of St Helena Island and retired to the low country having a lifelong interest in the arts. He encouraged USCB ‘s Center for the Arts to investigate the possibility of utilizing new technology to bring Indie, World and Documentary HD films to Beaufort, which currently are normally only screened in major metropolitan cities.

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lowcountry social diary

Great Gatsby Lafayette Soiree captures Roaring ’20s Historic Beaufort Foundation’s biggest fundraiser of the year was held last weekend on a perfect night weather wise at Dr. Bobby Bell’s beautiful home on The Point. This year’s honorary chairs were Mrs. L. Paul Trask and Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Dukes, Jr. The Great Gatsby Lafayette Soiree Committee included Bonnie Hargrove, Elizabeth Klosterman, Elizabeth McMillen, Elizabeth Stroud, Jay Weidner, Karen Nuelle, Mike McFee, Paula Elliott, Executive Director Julie Good, and was supported by Fandango Productions South — Jodie Miller and Fripp Langford. Southern Graces provided wonderful catering and the band Deja Vu did a great job keeping the attendees on their feet dancing all night under Amazing Event Rentals big tent. Fandango Productions South did the decor and Sally Hendricks of Outrageous Floral Designs did the gorgeous flowers. The Greenery, Inc. donated their crew to manicure the yard. Major sponsors this year were Jaguar Hilton Head and Bill’s Liquor and Fine Wines. A big thanks to all who attended and contributed to make this year’s event a success!

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The Shed provides venue for fabulous fashion show

By Lanier Laney

The 9th Annual FRIENDS Fashion Show was held Wednesday, April 25, at The Shed in Port Royal. It was a huge success with participation from 13 local merchants including Amazing Event Rentals, Bay Street Jewelers, Bay Street Outfitters, Beaufort Clothing Company, Carolina Wiggle Wear, Divine Shoes, Her Favorite Store, Higher Ground, LuLu Burgess, Modern Jewelers, Nuances, Rossignol’s and the Red Door Thrift Store.

The show also featured two local designers, Diane Huotari of Coastal Tailoring and Maude Couture by Caroline Baker. More than 300 people enjoyed the wonderful luncheon from Catering

by Debbi Covington along with the glorious spring fashion collections. The event also showcased an amazing silent and live auction segment with the assistance of dynamic auctioneer Deanna Bowdish. “Music to Go” by Ed & Kris Robertson kept the event rocking. The fabulous outgoing FRIENDS Executive Director Beverly Porter came dancing out with a tambourine to ABBA’s “Dancing Queen,” bringing everyone in the room immediately to their feet to dance along and cheer throughout the entire song for what a great job she has done these past 18 years for FRIENDS. Special thanks belong to the talents of the army of hard working volunteers and 2012 FRIENDS Fashion Show co-chairs Sharon Dwyer and Janet Thompson. Also big thanks to the Fashion Show Committee: Katrina Billig, Deanna Bowdish, Cheryl Comes, Kathy Henry, Joy Rivers and Penny Williams.

Once again the Beaufort community came out in droves to support FRIENDS of Caroline Hospice through sponsorships, donations in-kind and participation in this amazing event.

FRIENDS was the first hospice in the state of South Carolina and has proudly been providing completely free loving and supportive care to Beaufortonians for more than 32 years. This is only possible due to the continuous support of big-hearted Beaufortonians like you. Here are some pics from the fun event from photographer Susan Deloach.

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MCAS Officers Club to host ‘Run for the Tea’ The MCAS Beaufort Officers’ Club is proud to host its Second Annual “Run for the Tea” 5K and Kids’ Races on Saturday, May 19. The 5K run will start and finish at Shady Point Park aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort with the 5K race beginning at 8 a.m. and the Kids’ Races beginning at 9 a.m.

Expected to draw military and civilian participants from across the region, the race’s proceeds will benefit the Officers’ Spouses’ Club “Senior Citizens’ Tea” next fall, a 43-year tradition honoring the seniors and veterans of the greater Beaufort community.

Registration is currently available on www.Active.com and must be paid in advance. Cost to register is $25 per adult and $15 per child (age 13 and under).

Registration fee includes event T-shirt if registered by May 5, 2012. Runners of all ages and abilities are welcome.

Race packets will be available for pick up at Shady Point Park Pavilion aboard MCAS Beaufort on Friday, May 18, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. or at Shady Point Park on the day of the race between 6:30 and 7:30 a.m. Please note the race will continue rain or shine and registration fees are non-refundable. For everyone’s safety, animals of any kind are prohibited.

Awards will be given to the top three female and male overall 5K finishers, to the “most spirited” male and female overall finishers and to the “most spirited” boy and girl kids’ race finishers.

Participants are encouraged to wear a costume while running the event, however, costumes cannot include a face mask for security and safety reasons.

A post-run celebration includes light breakfast faire, a bounce house for kids to enjoy, and other family fun activities.

The race day schedule is as follows: • 6:30-7:30 a.m.: On-site Registration • 8 a.m.: 5K Start • 9 a.m.: Kids’ Races Start • 200m race: 3-5 years old • 400m race: 6-8 years old • 1-Mile race: 13 and under • Awards Ceremony after all races conclude • 10 a.m. to noon: Post-Race Party (fun, fellowship and fanfare after the race!)

For more information or to request a registration form, please call 843522-0522 or email oscrunforthetea@ gmail.com. Registration forms are also available at the MCAS Officers’ Club, Afterburners, Semper Fit, and other locations aboard MCAS, on Parris Island and around town.

M. Randy Dalbow, MD joins Beaufort Memorial Lady’s Island Internal Medicine

Beaufort Memorial is pleased to welcome Dr. Randy Dalbow, an internal medicine specialist, who is joining Dr. Philip Cusumano at Lady’s Island Internal Medicine.

Dr. Dalbow recently moved to Beaufort from Pennsylvania, where he was associated with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC).

For 14 years, he served as Chairman of UPMC Passavant Continuing Medical Education Committee and Chairman of the Library Committee. Prior to joining UPMC, Dr. Dalbow was in a solo internal medicine practice in Wexford, PA, and served as Medical Director for Mariner Healthcare, a sub-acute facility for post-hospitalization and long-term care nursing home patients.

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

MAXINE & BENTON LUTZ

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By Lanier Laney

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lthough their jobs are very different — Maxine has been an executive and board assistant at Historic Beaufort Foundation for 14 years while Benton has been a psychotherapist and founded Counseling Services of Beaufort in 2001 — Maxine and Benton Lutz both have a common desire to help our community.

Maxine said, “What I love most about my job is the opportunity to be involved in a cause that, when achieved, results in a better community. I love working with civic groups, HBF supporters and historic property owners to retain the architectural aesthetic that we are so fortunate to have in Beaufort. Formerly I was a newspaperwoman (the old-fashioned term) for The Virginia Gazette in Williamsburg and I looked at that work in the same way — an opportunity to educate people in order to build a better place to live. The physical beauty of Beaufort reminded me of my home on the Gulf in Foley, Alabama, which has been swallowed by over-development.

I saw an opportunity to be involved here before it’s too late.”

Describing his work as a counselor, Benton said, “I help people find their way through some of life’s most perplexing problems. The world has a thousand ways to break your heart and a thousand ways to make it happy. I hope I help people find their way through the pain to the happy. Being a psychotherapist is a privilege, in that people trust you with their most private pains and pleasures. I like to help people find new ways of dealing with their lives. I am a guide, not answer man or an advice-giver. Sometimes it is like we are lost in a thick jungle together, the client and me, and we have machetes and we are trying to forge a new path. Sometimes we find the way, sometimes we get lost for a while, but the thing is, I am committed to be there with them until they don’t need me any more.”

Benton was born and raised in Sumter and met and married Maxine at Presbyterian College in Clinton, S.C., 44 years ago. Maxine said, “Benton and I were friends before we started dating and

Maxine Lutz works for Historic Beaufort Foundation and her husband, Benton, is a psychotherapist and an artist.

during that time discovered that we shared the same values, the same interests, the same goals for making a difference in peoples’ lives and in our community ... and most importantly, we shared the same sense of humor.”

And they both love and enjoy their two children: Alicia, 35, who is an accomplished editor and writer in Charleston after graduating with an English degree from the College of Charleston, and Will, 29, who is currently studying at the Citadel to be a history teacher.

The couple moved to Beaufort after hearing about it and Benton said he liked the city because it cultivates a unique perspective. “I have a theory that life is more interesting on the edge of things.

There is more energy, eccentricity, odd goings on, and creativity at the edge, between two worlds.

Water and Land. A lot of the people here are willing to think outside the box.”

And Maxine adds, “one reason we moved here is that we read in The (Beaufort) Gazette about the hospital establishing a “Tootie hotline” for citizens concerned about the health of Tootie, a well-known local character who always led the parades. We thought we wanted to live in a town with a Tootie hotline!”

It was here that Benton first started painting.

“I did about 10 paintings on some retrieved plywood and house paint from the garage,” he said. “I took them to Elayne Scott who ran the Red Piano at the time and asked her to tell me this stuff was no good so I could stop. Instead she asked to sell my work in her gallery. Since then I haven’t been able to stop. I know I’m not the best artist in the town (maybe not even under my own roof ) but I have fun. I’m usually trying to say something sophisticated with the vocabulary of a child, so much of it comes off as whimsical and almost cartoonish.” Since then, Benton has had numerous shows and is known as one of Beaufort’s best “Outsider” (or untrained) folk artists.

“I just really love to paint,” Benton said. He also loves helping people in his psychotherapy job, where he uses art therapy to help his many children clients open up and express and process their feelings. “I find that if a child’s hands are busy with art, they will tell you things they might never say. If not verbal, then they will use the play itself to tell you what is going on,” Benton said. He added about his older clients, “I listen for a living and you hear incredible stories of courage and endurance from clients that can be, and often are, told in very funny ways.”

Benton and Maxine also have created a beautiful garden around their historic house behind the post office downtown at the corner of North and West streets. Sometimes you can see some of Benton’s paintings on display in the garden.

Together, this couple has done a lot over the years to contribute to the quality of life we all love in Beaufort and for that, we give them our heartfelt thanks.

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

Whale Branch Middle wins another national honor Fresh off two national recognitions last month, Whale Branch Middle School has notched yet another prestigious honor with its selection as a 2012 National School Change Award recipient.

Whale Branch Middle becomes one of only six schools in the nation to be honored by the National Principals Leadership Institute. The National School Change Award is presented to schools that demonstrate measurable changes in attitudes, beliefs, and

values — evident in decisions about instruction, organization, governance and accountability — which result in improved student performance.

“We’ve made tremendous strides in improving student achievement and closing achievement gaps, but there’s still a lot of work to do,” said Principal Matt Hunt. “One of our biggest strengths as a school is the way our staff and community stakeholders are investing in what we’re trying to do. I’m hopeful that

all of the recognitions and honors we’re receiving will accelerate our momentum and provide a big boost for our efforts.”

Each nominated school responded to 16 criteria by providing data and documentation to support its case.

Nominees’ submissions were reviewed by a team of 10-12 judges.

Superintendent Valerie Truesdale said the Board of Education had been explicit in setting its expectations for high-quality schools for all children,

so the district proposed a plan in 2008 for accelerating learning in persistently underachieving schools, including Whale Branch Middle. The Accelerated Learning Schools initiative included extending learning time by adding 20 days to the school year, using a rigorous curriculum taught by highly effective teachers and led by a strong principal, and developing a sharp focus on preparing students for college and careers.

USCB recognizes nursing grads at pinning ceremony Thirty-two pre-licensure students received their pin, which is worn as part of a nurse’s uniform to identify the nursing school from which they graduated — and to convey they are educated, trained and experienced in their field. The pins are traditionally presented to new nursing graduates by the faculty as a symbolic welcome into the profession.

Chancellor Jane T. Upshaw addressed the students last week, celebrating the fact they were “no longer the student who needs to learn, but the nurse who will get to teach.”

As these nursing graduates continue to be the best they can be, Upshaw encouraged them to pay their successes forward with their bedside practice and by mentoring those who enter the profession after them.

Nursing graduates Katie Clark and Katie Johnson both spoke of the rigorous nursing school curriculum that they likened to a “two-year boot camp” in which everyone became so close they were like a family.

The keynote address was given by Joy Lauerer, USCB

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nursing instructor. She told the story of what a true nurse really is. “A woman who was about to be rolled into the operating room for a mastectomy was alone, crying, and scared. The nurse asked her to share her fears. The patient said she was overcome by thoughts that the cancer had metastasized into the lymph nodes and chemotherapy would be inevitable. The nurse said, ‘Thoughts are powerful things, so let’s think that your body is fighting

On a picturesque Lowcountry evening on April 27, USCB celebrated the largest graduating class of 289 students, alongside more than 2,500 family members and friends who cheered them on eagerly.

Before the ceremony, Chancellor Jane Upshaw presented the first ever autographed prints of Allen Campbell’s artwork depicting the University of South Carolina Beaufort — titled “One University, Two Campuses” to the honorary degree recipients, Emory Shaw Campbell and Colden Rhind Battey Jr.

this; that you will leave this surgery very strong.’ The woman felt at peace.” That woman was Joy Lauerer.

Awards were presented to top students: Palmetto Gold Nursing Award: Cassi Kilpatrick, USCB Nursing Program Award: Amanda Henry, and Nursing Program Clinical Award: Kathryn Byrd.

SCHOOL briefs • Thursday, May 3 is Beaufort Academy’s Parents Association Meeting, 7 p.m.

• Thursday, May 3 is Chick-fil-A Spirit Night for Riverview Charter School, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Join your Riverview friends for dinner and show your Stingray Spirit! Ten percent of all proceeds will be donated to Riverview. This fundraiser has raised $1,563.23 for the school this school year.

• Friday, May 4, Beaufort Academy hosts SADD meeting at lunch.

• Sunday, May 6, is Riverview’s Annual RCC Family Event for students and their families at school, 12-3 p.m. Hot dogs, drinks, popcorn, snow cones, bounce house, obstacle course, water slide (bring towel and swimsuit) and dunking booth featuring some of your favorite faculty and staff. Proceeds from the dunking booth will go towards the Riverview Charter School Booster Club. To volunteer for this event, email RCC President, Nicole Gates.

• May 7-11, Beaufort Academy fifth graders go to STARBASE at Marine Corps Air Station.

• Don’t forget Teach Appreciation Week is May 6-12. Tell your teachers how much you care or write them a card.

• PASS TESTING for third to fifth graders is around the corner.

Please be sure to have your child eat a good breakfast and get a good night’s sleep through the week.

Pie-throwing raises money for Relay For Life Lady’s Island Elementary raised over $200 in two days for Relay for Life by selling chances to throw a pie at the teachers. The school has been hosting dances, jean days and selling luminaries, bracelets and cups to raise money to fight cancer. The piethrowing event helped them reach their goal of $1500.

Soles4Souls First grade students at Riverview Charter school collected over 150 pairs of shoes in their first service learning project for people in need through a program called Soles4Souls. Soles4Souls collects new and used shoes to give relief to victims of natural disasters such as the tsunami that hit Southeast Asia and

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St. Peter’s welcomes new principal St. Peter’s Catholic School will welcome their new principal Mr. Joe Benning and his wife Kathy to their parish and school in June.

Benning brings to St. Peter’s over 25 years of experience working at all levels of Catholic education. During his career he has been a teacher, coach, principal, chief administrator and Diocesan superintendent. He and his wife are avid golfers who’ve lived their entire lives in Illinois and are sincerely looking forward to their move to St. Peter’s.

Broad River Elementary students wear purple to show their appreciation for the military.

Hurricane Katrina that hit New Orleans, both in 2004.

Military Purple Pride No uniforms for these Broad River students. Instead students and staff showed their appreciation for the military by wearing purple.

Last week, everywhere you looked you saw purple. Students made a mural with drawings and messages to military families. BRES is proud to be part of a wonderful military community.

WWII relived A World War II re-enactor, Bo Turocy, visited Beaufort Academy on Thursday, April 26, to speak with high school students. In addition to his 1945 WWII Jeep, Turocy treated the students to homemade replica K-rations, multiple uniforms and maps from the war, and other WWII items. The presentation depicted the life of an American soldier, with Turocy playing the role of sergeant and the students as the soldiers. The “Sergeant” briefed the “soldiers” about each of their roles for the day ahead, June 6, 1944, D-Day, on Utah Beach.

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BA’s Community Tennis Tournament Beaufort Academy will have its Smash and Bash Community Tennis Tournament at the school’s tennis courts on Saturday, May 12. There are two divisions: Adult Mixed Doubles (A and B levels) and Junior Division (same sex doubles). Entry is $40 per person and includes a ticket for the cookout at 4:30 p.m. No charge for spectators. Additional tickets for cookout are $5 and require advance RSVP. Please visit beaufortacademy.org, or call 843-524-3393, for more information. All tennis participants will receive a free T-shirt, and awards will be given for first and second places in both divisions.

BHS Spring Dance Concert The Beaufort High School Dance Ensemble presents its Annual Spring Dance Concert on Thursday and Friday, May 10 and 11, in The Arts Center at Beaufort High School. Senior Night will be held on Friday, May 11, with special recognition of senior dancers.

The performances will begin at 7 p.m. each night. Student choreography from Dance II, III and IV classes will be featured in this concert. Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door.

For more information, please contact Teresa Baker, BHS Dance Ensemble Director, at 843-322-2153.

School briefs compiled by Tess Malijenovsky. Send your school or classroom events to schoolnews@beaufortislandnews.com.

Bring Your Electronics Waste & Paper Shredding for Recycling Three Locations, Saturday, May 5, 2012 Saturday, May 5th, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the two County Public Work Sites:

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Electronic goods will be accepted free of charge including: computers, printers, scanners, power supplies, monitors, UPS, hard drives, servers, laptops, diskettes, cables, wires, surge protectors, switch boxes, sound equipment, tape drives, calculators, copy machines, VCRs, DVD players, electric motors, cash registers, overhead projectors, transformers, test equipment, telephones, cell ing Your Electronics Waste & Paper Shredding for Recycling phones and other goods.

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JESSICA NIELSEN nominated by friend Jess Nutt I’ve known Jessica Jarrell Nielsen, she goes by Jessie, since high school. Jessie became a single mother at the age of 19. Since she had her son, Will, she has been going to school and working a full time job. She has been nothing but the best mom she can be to Will. Jessie recently married her husband, Caine, in August 2011, and he was deployed to Afghanistan in September for seven long months. The Friday before he was to deploy, they received the best news — she was pregnant with their first child.

Since Caine has deployed, Jessie has dealt with complications with her second pregnancy and the stress of numerous court dates for custody/child support with her son’s father. She was laid off right after Christmas and on top of everything, it’s hard to find a job willing to hire her being so far along in her pregnancy. But through every hurtle, Jessie has kept a smile on her face and can always make others laugh despite her ongoing hardships. I myself am not a mother, but believe me, I hope to be a great mother like Jessie! Please select Jessie for your Mommy Makeover, she would truly appreciate it.

KELLY MORRIS nominated by husband Adam Morris

I really believe that my wife, Kelly Morris, deserves the opportunity for the Mother’s Day Makeover. We have been married for more than 11 years and have three kids ages 10, 7 and 3. She is never doing anything for herself. She is constantly volunteering her time for others. She has also been a military wife for 11 years. This has definitely taken a toll due to numerous separations from me.

The last separation was especially difficult for her due to me being in Afghanistan for eight months. She is the strongest and most caring person I know.

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ere are the five finalists selected from all the entries we received. There are so many deserving moms, but these amazing women earned a spot at the top, and once you read their stories, you’ll understand why. Go to our website, www.yourislandnews.com, to vote for your Favorite Mom, until May 8. We will announce the winner in next week’s issue — just in time for Mother’s Day.

JO ANNE TUDOR nominated by stepdaughter Jessa Maichel Jo Anne is the most selfless woman I know, she puts her children before anything in life, always has. She even took on the role of full time stepmother to my brother when he was 10, as well as raising myself and younger sister. She has always instilled nothing but positive mannerisms in all of us. She takes care of her parents (my grandparents) as well as her marriage (35 years) with my daddy and us children, as well as our day to day lives with our children. She also works full time at a nonprofit organization, the Beaufort Women’s Center. She gets her hair cut maybe once every two months and has never spent money on things to pampering herself — she has never even had a professional manicure. She would rather spend her time and money on her family.

ROBIN nominated by sister Morgan Four years ago, Robin was blessed with her first child, Noah, and two years later she welcomed twin girls Adriana and Taryn to the family. As part of a military family she has had her fair share of uprooting, from Hawaii to Texas, and most recently to Georgia, my sister has handled every challenge with unwavering strength and grace. I have no doubt that next week, when she embarks on her next journey to Beaufort, her courage will amaze me yet again.

My sister and her three children will be moving into their new home on the first of May, facing the challenges of settling into a new town, a new church, a new university, and an all around new life as a single mother. I am proud to say that no one has inspired me more than my big sister. I find myself in awe of her constant selflessness in raising her children, and I would be so thankful if given the opportunity to reward her with a day of relaxation after the chaos of yet another move.

My sister has become much more than the mother of three, she has taken on the role of chef, housekeeper, artist, chauffeur, accountant, nurse, teacher, judge, keeper of the crayons, and in the eyes of her children, a hero. Every mother deserves recognition for their unfaltering love and devotion to their children, but I ask that you help me to honor my sister for her daily sacrifices and selflessness.

nominated by daughter Ramona Moncibais

I would like to nominate my mom for the Mommy Makeover. She is always thinking of others before herself. She moved to South Carolina from Colorado last year when I was pregnant with my second child to be a nanny for my two daughters. My husband and I both work full time and go to school in the evenings and we can not thank her enough for all she does. If it wasn’t for her helping us with the girls, my husband and I would not be able to continue our education for a better future. We are extremely grateful to have her here with us and we truely charish every moment together.

Habersham Marketplace to celebrate Cinco de Mayo for First Friday The Habersham Marketplace in Beaufort, as part of its ongoing First Fridays event series, will host a Cinco De Mayo themed event Friday, May 4, beginning at 4 p.m. Sponsored by Coastal Installation, the event will feature live entertainment, festive fiesta style décor, an expanded Farmers Market complete with local and regional growers, as well as arts, crafts and specialty food vendors from 4-9 p.m. Family friendly and children’s activities will also be offered.

There is no cost to enter.

The schedule for “Cinco De Mayo” is as follows: • Expanded Farmers Market: 4 to 7 p.m.

• Live Entertainment: 6 to 9 p.m.

• Children and Family Activities: ongoing • Food Vendors — Berto’s Tex-Mex Grill, Maggie’s Pub and Piace Pizza, 16

Join the fiesta as Habersham hosts a Cinco de Mayo themed event on Friday, May 4, at 4 p.m. among specialty local and regional offerings: 4 to 9 p.m.

The First Fridays Series continues monthly through October with the following themed events: Beaufort’s Got Talent Show ( June 1), Footloose Friday ( July 6), Summer Games Galore (August 3), Rock the Block Back to School Rally (September 7), Blues and Brews Festival (October 5).

The Habersham Marketplace is located at 13 Market St. in the Habersham Neighborhood, located off of Joe Frazier Road in Beaufort. For more information, visit www.habershammarketplace.com.

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World War II bombers wreaked havoc on Warsaw during Germany’s invasion of Poland.

Even the city zoo was destroyed. While much has been written about WWII, the Holocaust and the Nazis, Diane Ackerman’s nonfiction book, “The Zookeeper’s Wife,” focuses on a previously untold story chronicling the humanitarian efforts of Warsaw’s zookeepers. With no animals to tend to, zookeepers Jan and Antonina Zabinski began loading Jews into the empty Warsaw Zoo. The Zabinski’s hid their guests in closets, rooms and animal cages all in an effort to save them from certain death. In the end, they saved 300 men, women and children from the clutches of Nazi internment camps.

Hailed by The Washington Post as “an extraordinarily moving story, told with style and vigor,” this book is great for history buffs, book clubs and nature enthusiasts.

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Most of us take for granted being able to read this article, the directions on a pill bottle, a Bible. Meanwhile, nearly 11,000 adults in Beaufort County lack those basic literacy skills. Literacy Volunteers of the Lowcountry (LVL) is a local nonprofit that equips illiterate adults in Beaufort and Jasper counties with the skills they need to be successful in the workplace, their families and the community. The nonprofit is doing such a great job, in fact, that it recently won the Erin Hardwick Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management — essentially, the best-run nonprofit with a budget under $499,000 in South Carolina.

Recently, the Beaufort branch of LVL had its ribbon cutting for its new space in the SC Works building (the employment office off of S.C. 170). “It’s a strategic move on our part to be closer to a population of people that may need our services,” said Cindi Riley, Assistant Executive Director at the LVL Beaufort Learning Center. Political figures, school board and adult education members, and partners of LVL were among some of the guests who attended.

While the group works with adults aged 18 and older, Riley finds that the majority of students are between the ages of 25 and 44: “That is the prime age that people are working, raising families and being active in the community. We

From left, the ribbon is being cut by Nancy Williams, Executive Director of Literacy Volunteers of the Lowcountry; Beaufort Regional Chamber President Blakely Williams; and Cindi Riley, assistant executive director at LVL.

do have people who are retired and, now that they have time, just want to be able to do all the things that literate adults take for granted.” Such as writing a letter or reading to their grandchildren.

Many times, adults come to LVL threatened by an employment crisis.

Also, it’s common that some adults — usually the oldest in a large family — simply didn’t have access to education growing up, often because a parent passes and they are forced to drop out

of school to help support the family.

Others who couldn’t read to their own children but are now caretakers of their grandchildren want to be able to read and help with homework.

However, LVL mostly teaches English to non-native speakers of all nationalities.

Many military wives of other nationalities come to learn English, but 85 percent of LVL students are Latino, which has to do in large part with the 279 percent increase in the Spanish-speaking population of

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The Thomas Hepworth House, one of six houses on The Point historic walking tour, is sometimes called the HepworthPringle House or “the oldest house in Beaufort.”

It was built in 1717 for the man who became Chief Justice of South Carolina from 1724-1727. The house was a kind of a ministockade against Indian invasion, with gun slits cut through the above-ground phosphate basement walls to protect against an Indian attack. Hepworth built the house to meet a residency requirement so he could run for the assembly.

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Parish Church of St. Helena has Annual Spring Tour Of Homes See historic homes, gardens and plantations via walking or driving tours As it continues to celebrate its Tricentennial year, the Parish Church of St. Helena announces its 56th Annual Spring Tour of Homes on Friday, May 4 and Saturday May 5.

This year’s tour of homes includes six historic homes in the Point section of Beaufort, as well as six plantations around the Beaufort area and a historic church. In addition to being able to visit the interiors of these lovely homes and plantations and learn about their histories, attendees also will be able to hear docents talking about the gardens.

The Friday, May 4 walking tour begins at 3 p.m. and will last until 6 p.m. A reception will be held during that

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Without the ability to read and write, use technology or speak English proficiently, many adults have difficulty following simple instructions, understanding warnings or asking clarifying questions. LVL faces this problem by providing one-on-one, small group and computerized instruction with trained volunteers. While there is a $40 registration fee that helps to keep LVL’s doors open, Riley says that she will often waive the fee up front because no one is turned away for lack of funds.

Literacy Volunteers of the Lowcountry is an exemplary nonprofit in its management and mission, and illiterate adults are not the only ones in the community benefiting.

LVL offers the WorkReady SC Certificate Program, which evaluates and certifies an individual’s current literacy level.

With such a certificate, employers could recognize whom they could put to work tomorrow and succeed.

“I wish more businesses would take advantage of this,” said Riley.

As a member on the Education of Workforce Development Committee for the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, Riley said that encouraging businesses to profile their jobs is something the chamber has been grappling with for a while and she hopes there will soon be state pressure to do so.

time at one of the homes on the tour, and will include food and entertainment. At 7 p.m., attendees are invited to attend a free organ concert at the Parish Church of St. Helena. This tour is $40.

On Saturday, May 5 the plantation driving tour begins at 9 a.m. and will last until 4 p.m. A Lowcountry luncheon will be provided at one of the plantations. This tour is $60.

Tickets are available online by visiting the Church’s website: www.sthelenas1712.org. or they may be purchased by writing to: Parish Tours, P.O. Box 1043, Beaufort, SC 29901. Tickets may also be purchased by calling 843-524-0363.

Jack’s mother, Courtney Worrell, said she was surprised when he came to her two years ago and wanted to start a lemonade stand so he could raise money for the veterans who were injured while serving their country. She said it was entirely his idea, and she helped him build his stand. That first year the 6-yearold raised about $1,000 for the Lt. Dan Weekend in September 2010.

All last summer and early fall, Jack sold lemonade at various venues. He was waiting for this opportunity on the golf course to give his hard-earned money directly to the veterans he’s been working to support. The second-grader at Beaufort Academy already plans to increase sales for this year’s Lt. Dan Weekend 3 taking place September 9-15.

During the Healing Heroes Golf Week from April 23-27, 25 veterans and more than 300 golfers also played at Callawassie Island Club, Lady’s Island Country Club and Fripp Island’s Ocean Point Golf Links. Congratulations to Buddy Konecny and the Fripp Island team for winning at the Sanctuary.

Volunteer Dick Clarke said it was inspiring to see the vets on the course. This was the first time playing golf for Retired Marine Command Sgt. Major Jesse Acosta, who also happens to be blind. But Clarke said Acosta did well and enjoyed the chance to get out and hit.

The Independence Fund is an allvolunteer foundation dedicated to care for severely wounded veterans.

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It never hurts to ask

By Will McCullough

Deena and I have two kids, a daughter named Keara and a son named Cooper. Being kids, they’ll often ask for something that catches their mom and me a bit off guard. For example, one of the above recently asked if they could walk downtown with their friend from our house. As we live on Lady’s Island, the answer was “heck no.” The catch was, by even asking, the kiddo in question got something pretty close. We agreed to drive them downtown, drop them off, and pick them back up an hour later.

The morale of the story is that it never hurts to ask and, in real estate, we call this making an offer. There’s a reason it’s called an “offer” as opposed to a “demand.”

A potential buyer can ask anything they wish and should know that a seller’s agent is obligated to present all offers regardless of whether they personally feel the offer is good or bad. Obviously, the price you wish to purchase the property for is part of the offer, but potential buyers of local property should know in advance that there are other components of an offer as well. A few examples of these components can be found below.

Closing Date: In addition to price, local offers also normally contain the date the potential buyer wishes to

Will and Deena McCullough of Lowcountry Real Estate can be reached directly at 843-4418286 or via email at RealEstate@ BeaufortSC.net.

A potential buyer can ask anything they wish and should know that a seller’s agent is obligated to present all offers regardless of whether they personally feel the offer is good or bad. “close,” or make final, the actual sale of the property. Sellers stereotypically will consider a slightly lower offer with regard to price if they are offered a contract with a closing date that is sooner as opposed to later.

Method of Payment: Another component of a standard offer locally is informing the seller if the buyer intends to purchase via cash or financing. If the property is to be purchased via financing,

some details of the hypothetical loan are also normally provided. For example, it’s normal to share in an offer if a loan is to be conventional, VA, FHA, etc.

Regardless of how a buyer intends to purchase, it can greatly increase a buyer’s chances for an offer being accepted if they include proof of their ability to buy with the offer. This can be via a prequalification letter from a lender if home is to be financed or documented proof of funds if a cash purchase is intended.

Closing Costs: In a nutshell, closing costs are the accumulation of many smaller fees considered normal during a transaction for both the buyer and the seller. These include, but are not limited to, attorney’s fees, processing fees and inspection costs. These fees are normally paid “out of pocket” (outside of financing the acquisition cost of the property) and, especially for first time homebuyers, asking the seller to pay the buyer’s portion of these costs can be a crucial aspect of a transaction.

Inspections: There are several types of inspections that a buyer should consider having before they close on the sale of a property. These include, but are not limited to, a home inspection, a survey, an appraisal, a termite inspection and more.

Part of the initial offer not only contains notifying the seller, in advance, what

inspections you intend to have but also what will happen if something negative is discovered during the course of a given inspection. While these inspections do cost money, it is unquestionably money well spent. Ask your agent for specific guidance but, as a general rule, always have your inspections.

Contingencies/Addendum: Think of these as “extras” not covered in the standard contract wording. Need to sell your current home before you buy but really want to try and secure the new home of your dreams? Want to ask the seller if they’d be willing to include that nice Pioneer boat with the sale of the home? Curious if the seller would replace the carpet? Want to live in the home as a rental while waiting for the closing date? All of those items and more can be asked in an offer and this section of the document is the place to do it.

When it comes down to it, everything in real estate is negotiable. While a good buyer’s agent will help guide you through the options to consider when making an offer, the bottom line is that you can offer, or ask for, just about anything. That does not necessarily mean that you’ll get it but you may get something close to it. Once again, don’t be afraid to ask.

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Why have a mammogram at the Women’s Imaging Center?

A suspicious mammogram can make any woman anxious, but Jess Laboy was terrified. She’d already endured the loss of two family members to breast cancer. Unnerved at the prospect of waiting days for ultrasound results, she chose Beaufort Memorial and got results the very same day. Jess was grateful for every second free of worrying and waiting, and for more time to celebrate with her family.

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By Pamela Brownstein

Continuing on our tour of local Asianinspired restaurants, the Lunch Bunch hit the buffet for some no-nonsense consumption of Chinese food at Jade Garden.

With a sumptuous array spread out before you, it’s hard to decide what to eat first. The good thing is, you can always go back for more.

Nikki filled her plate with lo mein, vegetables, a pork egg roll and rice noodles. She only went back for dessert, a little sugar-covered doughnut that she said was worth the calories.

Buck was a big fan of the egg drop soup and the selection of fresh sushi rolls. He also filled his plate several times with the more traditional Chinese dishes like rice and pork.

Lunch Bunch was also happy to welcome special guests Ken Szarek and Francie Finch. The owner greeted Ken as we walked in, and he admitted that he eats here at least once a week. He likes to fill a to-go box with as much as he can, then eat it at home.

Francie favored the shrimp, egg roll and black pepper chicken. Ken, a former

A plate full of shrimp, chicken and broccoli, gyoza, and beef and mushrooms from the buffet.

Marine, loaded his first plate with shrimp and veggies, gyoza dumplings, chicken and broccoli, and beef and mushrooms. I lost track of what he ate on his other two plates, but he said even the pizza is good.

I liked the sushi, chicken and broccoli and sesame chicken, and also went back for seconds.

Diners can also choose from an assortment of veggies and meats and a chef will make a fresh stir fry, hibachi style, right in front of you.

Never short on options, but big on classic Chinese cuisine, Jade Garden is located at 2317 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC, 29902. Open for lunch and dinner. Call 843-522-8883 for more information.

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Bonny Doon Vineyard is a winery based in the city of Santa Cruz in the central coast area of California. It was founded in 1983 by Randall Grahm. It was among the first California wineries to grow the Rhone grape varieties. (These include grapes like Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Carignan and Viognier, Marsanne and Rousanne for whites.) For many of us, way back then, it was our first experience with these grapes from anywhere except France. You have to remember, Australia wasn’t yet a big part of the American wine drinking world. The nickname, originally used for Randall Grahm, “Rhone Ranger” became synonymous with California wine makers following his lead. If you’re interested in tasting one of Randall’s first, and still considered by some to be his best, Rhone style wines, look for Le Cigare Volant. Literally translated from French, this wine’s name means “The Flying Cigar.” Always a history buff, Randall chose that name for his Chateauneuf-du-Pape style wine. According to town ordinances in Chateauneuf-du-Pape, and this is going back to the 1950’s, flying saucers (The French called them “Flying Cigars) were not allowed to land in the town, in particular in their vineyards. And if they did, the occupants would be taken directly to jail. I’ve never heard of anyone being arrested for breaking this

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To support itself, the winery bought grapes from other California growers as well as from Oregon and Europe. With the huge quantity of grapes coming in, the production level grew tremendously, to more than 450,000 cases in 2006. With this growth, also in 2006, the winery changed their focus from making everyday wines to making higher priced, boutique style wines.

They sold off some of their labels, including Big House, Cardinal Zin, Pacific Rim and others. And, in 2008, they sold their tasting room and moved to Santa Cruz.

Why Santa Cruz? Because Randall is a big believer in the importance of “terroir,” the soil and climate of any particular vineyard and how it effects the grapes from it. That means no more, or at least only a minimal few, bought grapes. According to Randall, if you believe in “terroir,” you have to get dirty in your own land to know it best and produce its best. This dedication to “terroir” is another part of the Randall Grahm legacy.

Our wine for this week brings together the two areas that Randall was so innovative in — Rhone grape varieties and the soil where these grape are grown.

The main grape is Carignan. This is a red variety that may have originated in Aragon, Spain, but thankfully found its way into southeastern France. Carignan vines are able to produce very large crops, which for a while made it the most widely planted in France. On the 750 ML

negative side, it is very sensitive to rot, powdery mildew and grape worms. (Guess there’s always the good with the bad, isn’t there?) In wine making, Carignan is rarely seen on its own, used mostly as a blending grape because of the deep color it brings to a wine. Also, Carignan has high acidity, tannins and astringency which do better if blended in with varieties that give a smoother texture to the finished wine.

The second grape in this week’s wine is Grenache.

This is one of the most widely planted red varieties in the world. It ripens late and needs hot, dry conditions to grow well and, it produces better grapes when the yield is controlled. It gives spicy, berry flavors to its wines, and high alcohol, but it lacks acid, tannin and color. Again the good with the bad. And this grape seems like a perfect fit for Carignan — their goods and bads are just the opposite of each others.

Our wine is exactly that — a blend of Carignan, first, then Grenache, then bits of Mourvedre, Petit Sirah (really this is another Rhone variety known as Durif ), Zinfandel and Syrah. Its name is “Contra.” As the winery describes it, Contra is the opposite of what California wines used to be. It is not overworked, overripe grapes, all manipulated to taste like all the other wines. Most of the grapes in Contra come from older vineyards, primarily in Contra Costa County. It is a field blend with aromas of cherries and licorice, cassis, blackberries all layered with silky tannins. It blends the rustic austerity of the Carignan with the softness of the blending grapes. You do get a sense of rocks in the wine, like many Old World style wines that really, really featured their “terroir,” but you also get lively acidity and ripe tannins. This wine is a bargain at $14.99. It truly drinks like way more. Our wine “rock star,” Randall Grahm, has done it again!

I suggest that you relax, kick off your shoes and lay back on the couch so that you’re completely comfortable when you sip this wine. And, really, look at the label on the bottle. It says it all. Yes, if you must know, I am on my couch sipping, so go get your own. Enjoy!

the home chef ... fires up the grill Chile and Cocoa Rubbed Pork Chops Ingredients 2 quarts water 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper Kosher salt Four 1 1/2-inch-thick boneless pork loin chops 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon light brown sugar 1 tablespoon pure ancho chile powder* Extra-virgin olive oil for brushing

Directions 1. In a large bowl, combine water with the red pepper and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt. Stir well until the salt dissolves.

Add the pork chops and let brine at room temperature for 1 hour.

2. Light a grill and create a cool zone. (Charcoal grill, rake the coals to one side; for gas grill, leave one side unlit.) In a small bowl, mix cocoa, sugar and tablespoon salt.

3. Drain the pork chops and pat dry, removing any bits of

crushed pepper. Brush generously with olive oil. Roll the chops in the cocoa rub and pat to help it adhere. Grill over moderately high heat for 4 minutes total, turning the chops once or twice until lightly browned. Transfer the chops to the cool zone, cover and grill 15 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chops registers 135 for medium meat. Let the chops rest for 10 minutes before serving. Thickly slice each chop serve with mango salad. 4 servings.

Mango Salad Ingredients The sweetness of the fruit combined with the slight spice of the jalapeno and tart lime juice make this the perfect side dish for the chops.

• 2 large green (unripe)* mangoes, peeled and cut into 2by-1/2 inch pieces • 1/2 large white onion, sliced lengthwise into strips • 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice • Salt and freshly ground pepper

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continued from page 1 Also on Saturday, May 5, the festival’s popular 5K Run and Walk Through History will begin at 8 a.m. The Popcorn Shrimp Run for ages 7 and under will begin at 8:45 a.m. at the corner of Bay and Newcastle streets. All require

Directions In a bowl, toss the mangoes, onion and jalapeno with the lime juice. Season with salt and pepper and serve. This salad can be refrigerated for up to 1 hour. *Ancho chile powder can be found at Williams-Sonoma or you can substitute another chile powder. * the home chef has used slightly ripe mangoes for this dish with great results. * Try a Zinfandel with this dish or better yet, ask Terry!! * This recipe can also be cut in half if serving two.

advanced registration. Find registration forms online at www.tasteofbeaufort. com or www.active.com. Race packet pick up and registrations will also be available at the Visitors Center at The Arsenal on Craven Street, Friday, May 4, from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday, May 5, before the race from 6:30-7:30 a.m.

On Friday, May 4, from 6 to 10 p.m., Shaggin’ With a Taste proudly presents The Headliners performing Big Band,

about the chef As an international flight attendant for 28 years, Harlene Deane wrote a column for flight attendants on where to go and what to eat while on layover in various cities. After retiring, she started her personal chef business — the home chef on Fripp Island. Contact her for recipe ideas or questions at harlene@thehomechef.com.

the Classic Rock and Roll, Beach Music, Motown and hits from the ’70s to the ’90s, so get ready to dance! The Beaufort Shag Club will be on site giving beginner shag lessons and demonstrations. To fill your hunger, local restaurants will be selling early “tastes.” New this year is the arts and crafts market from noon-5 p.m.

The festival is sponsored by: Hilton Head Nissan, Hilton Head Volkswagen at New River Auto Mall; Hargray;

Cricket Communications; MCAS Beaufort a Division of CPM Federal; The Greenery, Inc.; Best Western Sea Island Inn; Budweiser; Amazing Event Rentals; Sutcliffe Golf Carts; Beaufort Shag Club; State Farm: Andy Corriveau & Amy Bowman; Plums; Pepsi Beverage Company; Woodforest Bank, Marine Federal; Lend Lease Atlantic Marine Corps Communities; Lanier Parking; and Wells Fargo Bank, N. A..

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

SPOTLIGHT ON:

FUJI TEPPANYAKI

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

RED ROOSTER CAFE: 1210 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 379-2253; B.L. RYAN’S FAMOUS PIZZA & SUBS: 14 Savannah Highway, Shell Point Plaza, Beaufort; 379-3479; L.D.

BACK PORCH GRILL: 950 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 525-9824; L.D.

SAKE HOUSE: 274 Robert Smalls

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

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

BELLA LUNA: 859 Sea Island Parkway,

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

BERRY ISLAND CAFE: Newpoint

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

BERTOS GRILL TEX-MEX:

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

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

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

BLACKSTONE’S DELI & CAFE: 205

Scott St., Beaufort; 524-4330; B.L.

BLUE DOG CAFE: 736 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island, inside The Lowcountry Store; 838-4646; L.

BOONDOCKS RESTAURANT:

1760 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-0821; 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 DOG & DELI: 968 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 379-2122; L. 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 Republic St., Beaufort; 522.1866; D.

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

The food at Fuji is always spectacular. From the appetizers to the lunch specials to the sushi, the dishes are always cooked perfectly and the seafood is fresh and tender, and their dipping sauces are heavenly. Fuji is open for lunch and dinner and is located at 97 Sea Island Parkway, Hamilton Village, Suite 202, Lady’s Island. For take out and more information, call 843-524-2662 or online at www.fujibeaufort.com.

SANDBAR & GRILL: 41B Robert Smalls Parkway, Beaufort; 524-3663; L.D. SEA ISLAND PIZZA: 136 Sea Island Pkwy, Beaufort; 522-1212; L.D. SGT. WHITE’S: 1908 Boundary St.;

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

SHOOFLY KITCHEN: 1209 Boundary GOURMET ON WHEELS: 812-8870;

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

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

HAROLD’S COUNTRY CLUB BAR & GRILL: Highway 17-A & Highway 21,

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

St., Beaufort; 379-9061; B.L.

LUTHER’S RARE & WELL DONE:

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

910 Bay St., Beaufort; 521-1888; L.D.

MAGGIE’S PUB & EATERY: 17 Market, Habersham; 379-1719; L.D. MAGNOLIA BAKERY CAFE: 703

SOUTHERN GRACES BISTRO:

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

STEAMER: 168 Sea Island Parkway;

Yemassee; 589-4360; Steaks, wings; L.D.

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

HECKLERS: 2121 Boundary St., Suite 100, Beaufort Town Center Beaufort; 3792090; L.D.

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

HEMINGWAY’S BISTRO: 920 Bay

MARKETPLACE NEWS: 917 Bay St., Beaufort; 470-0188; Ice cream and sandwich cafe; B.L.

SUWAN THAI: 1638 Paris Ave., Port

MARYLAND FRIED CHICKEN: 111

Square, Beaufort; 379-2160; B, L.

St., Beaufort; 521-4480; bar & grill; L.D.

HOUSE OF TOKYO: 330 Robert Smalls Parkway, Beaufort; 521-9011; Japanese; L.D. ISLAND GRILL: 7 MLK Drive, St.

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

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

MEDICAL PARK DELI: 968 Ribaut

Helena Island; 838-2330; L.

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

JADE GARDEN: 2317 Boundary St.,

MOONDOGGIES CAFE: 930 10th St.,

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

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

JIMMY JOHN’S: 2015 Boundary St.,

burgers; 379-8555; L.D.

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

NIPPY’S: 310 West St., Beaufort; Seafood,

Lady’s Island; 522-0210; L.D.

SUSHI SAKANA: 860 Parris Island Gateway, Port Royal; 379-5300; L.D. Royal; 379-8383; Thai cuisine; L.D.

SUZARA’S KITCHEN: Newcastle SWEETGRASS: 100 Marine Drive, Dataw Island; 838-2151; 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.

PALM & MOON BAGELS: 221 Scott

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

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

JOHNSON CREEK TAVERN: FOOLISH FROG: 846 Sea Island

PANINI’S CAFE: 926 Bay St., Beaufort;

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

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

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

FRYED GREEN TOMATOES SOUTHERN EATERY & CAFE:

KOOKY MOOKY’S: 101 Scott St.,

PIACE PIZZA: 5-B Market, Habersham,

Beaufort; 521-4445; L.D.

Beaufort; 379-3287; L.D.

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

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

L.T.’s HOMECOOKED MEALS: Sea

PIZZA INN: 2121 Boundary St., Beaufort Town Center, Beaufort; 379-8646; L.D.

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

LADY’S ISLAND COUNTRY CLUB: 139 Francis Marion Circle, Lady’s

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

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

LA NOPALERA: 1220 Ribaut Road,

GILLIGANS: 2601 Boundary St.,

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

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Island; 522-9700; L.D.

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

LOS AMIGOS: 14 Savannah Highway;

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THEME: MOTHER’S DAY ACROSS 1. Puppy cries 6. Highest degree 9. Cyrano’s prominent feature 13. School in France 14. “___” Jordan 15. “Don’t _____ words!”

16. With arms 17. League of its own 18. Like the suspects in “Casablanca” 19. *She went to the cupboard 21. *”Arrangement in Grey and Black: the ______’s Mother” 23. Estimated arrival 24. Drop-down menu option 25. ENT’s first concern?

28. Larger-than-life 30. *Kate Hudson’s mom 35. *Son of Hera 37. Fe 39. *Mothers tend to their children’s ____ 40. Capital of Latvia 41. 1/100 of a rial 43. Nadas 44. The Romanovs, e.g.

46. “____ Like it Hot” 47. On a cruise 48. Mylar filling 50. Cheesy sandwich 52. Give it a shot 53. Snoopy 55. Positive or negative particle 57. “Smokey and the ______” 60. *Aka Nadya Suleman 64. Mythological princess of Colchis 65. Once around 67. “What A Feeling” singer Cara 68. Muscle control problem 69. 2nd or 3rd in New York City 70. Nephew’s sister 71. Contribution 72. p in mph 73. Type of community

DOWN 1. Uh-huh 2. Shade of beige 3. Bausch’s partner 4. Military trainee 5. Tranquilize 6. Type of vacation 7. T-cell killer 8. Nymph of the woods 9. Inconclusive 10. Burden 11. Do like Ella Fitzgerald 12. Unagi 15. Sheep meat 20. R in REM 22. Fix a game 24. “It’s the _______, stupid” 25. *Mother _____ 26. Get up 27. *Like the Queen Mother 29. Eye color 31. Horne or Olin 32. Freethinker 33. A do-nothing 34. Test form 36. Indira Gandhi’s dress 38. Given identity 42. An antiquity 45. *Mothering ______, Mother’s Day to a Brit 49. “C’est ___?”

51. Lugging 54. Razor sharpener 56. Water wheel 57. Testing stage of software 58. Sixth month of civil year 59. Cashier’s call 60. Last word on radio 61. Swim or track contest 62. Fairytale start 63. Fitting reward 64. It comes with a key 66. *Biblical mother

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pets

Learn about canine behavior with Tracie Korol

9 steps to eliminating unnecessary vaccinations Vaccination is serious business.

Many veterinarians now advise us to vaccinate each dog according to his or her individual needs. But how do you cut back without endangering your dog’s health? Here are 9 ways to eliminate unnecessary shots while actually improving pet health.

1 Consider locale and lifestyle. Your dog weighs six pounds, lives primarily on your lap and only goes out in the yard to tinkle. He certainly never goes to kennel. Does this dog need the full battery of vaccinations every year? No. Your hunting buddy is 13 now and is content to snooze under the deck.

Does he need the full Monty? No. As your dog’s advocate, he needs you to tailor his health care to meet his specific needs. There is no single perfect vaccine program generic to every dog. Also consider where you live. Some diseases just haven’t gotten here yet and it’s pointless to vaccinate against them.

2. Eliminate vaccines on the “not recommended” list of the American Hospital Association’s (AAHA) Canine Vaccination Guidelines. These include Giardia and Coronavirus (found in many combination shots).

3. Say NO to combination shots.

Combo cocktails (called names like DHLPPC) assault your dog’s immune system with five or seven vaccines at once. Given for false economy and convenience rather than health or safety, combination shots are linked to autoimmune breakdowns. Also, they may contain unnecessary vaccines.

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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.

Don’t vaccinate puppies too early.

Vaccinating pups that still have maternal immunity is unnecessary and ineffective.

4. Stop vaccinating against diseases for which your dog may already have immunity. This is where you can use a titer as a useful tool. Combine the results of the titers with what you know about your dog’s general health, lifestyle and location and then make the decision.

“Vaccines have many exceptional benefits, but, like any drug, they also have the potential to cause significant harm,” says Ronald Schultz, DVM, professor and chair of pathological sciences in the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine. “Giving a vaccine that’s not needed,” he explains, “creates an unnecessary risk to the animal.”

5. Don’t allow anyone — vet, groomer, kennel operator — intimidate or guilt you into giving unnecessary vaccinations.

While it’s vital to have positive relationships with animal professionals to take the very best care of your Best

Friend, always remember that your dog is your dog and you have the final say.

6. Never vaccinate sick or pregnant dogs. All vaccine labels state that they’re to be used in healthy animals.

Unfortunately, vaccine labels do not define “healthy.” As a result, sick dogs, immune-compromised dogs, dogs undergoing chemo and that are pre- or post surgery, and even dying housebound pets are vaccinated. Any vaccinations given to an unhealthy animal may undermine immunity and will likely cause an adverse reaction, or

worse. (Note: chronically ill or immunecompromised pets may be eligible for a rabies exemption for a specified period, or even life.)

7. Don’t vaccinate puppies too early.

Vaccinating pups that still have maternal immunity is unnecessary and ineffective.

Most vets suggest waiting until at least 8 weeks of age.

8. Insist your vet document any adverse vaccine reactions in detail. An adverse reaction to a vaccination can be anaphylaxis (after rabies, corona or leptospirosis), neurological symptoms and/or inflammation of the eye (after dispemper), discomfort or swelling at the injection site, lameness, mild fever, decreased appetite and activity for any injectables. Dogs may develop signs of respiratory irritation after intranasal vaccines. Common sense indicates that if your dog has significant adverse reactions further vaccination should be discontinued.

9. Make copies of dog licenses and veterinary files and store them in a safe place. Clinics lose records, go out of business, leave town, etc. Without your dog’s records as proof, you may be forced to vaccinate sooner than necessary.

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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 YMCA community wide prayer breakfast

Beaufort County residents are invited to attend the 4th Annual CommunityWide Prayer Breakfast sponsored by the Wardle Family YMCA and graciously catered by Lorrie Stroud Catering.

This free event will be held at 7 a.m. on Thursday, May 3 at the YMCA. The special guest speaker this year will be Carl Martin. Carl is a Clemson University graduate dedicated to his service to the Lord. Moreover, Carl is the Lead Planter of a regional approach to church planting called “Arms around the Triangle” which will, by the grace of God, multiply churches in our region, our state and around the globe. YMCA membership is NOT a pre-requisite to attend this event — all Beaufort County residents are welcome. This event is by reservation only. To reserve your seat today or for more information, call the YMCA at 522-9622.

Beaufort Symphony Orchestra has concert

The Beaufort Symphony Orchestra will present its annual pops concert on Thursday, May 3, at 8 p.m. in the USCB auditorium and again on Sunday, May 6, at 3 p.m. The featured soloist will be classical guitarist Daniel Salazar, who will be performing the“Concerto in D” by M. Castelnuovo-Tedesco, and the always popular “Malaguena”, by E. Lecuona.

Among his many accomplishments, Mr. Salazar was selected as a United States Artistic Ambassador, performing in eastern Europe and Russia. Other selections include Rossini’s “William Tell Overture,” Tschaikowski’s “Capriccio Italien” and Morton Gould’s “American Symphonette Number Four (Latin-American)”. New orchestrations of “South of the Border” and “Spanish Eyes” will be performed, as well as highlights from the musical “Evita”.

Ticket information is available from the USCB ticket office.

Black Chamber of Commerce has event

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC) will have its First Friday Networking Event from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 4, at Roastfish & Cornbread located at 70 Marshland Road on Hilton Head Island. There will be drawings, prizes, and refreshments.

Open to the public. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. For more information call 843-986-1102.

Spring Concert Series continues at St. Helena

Concert organist Jonathan Dimmock performs on Friday, May 4 at 7 p.m. at The Parish Church of St. Helena (Episcopal), 505 Church Street in Beaufort, SC. The concert is free and open to the public and is part of the church’s celebration of their Tricentennial (1712 - 2012).

Dimmock is a graduate of Oberlin Conservatory, Yale School of Music, and Yale Divinity School and has held musical posts at Westminster Abbey (organ scholar), the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine in New York City,

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and St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral in Minneapolis. He currently resides in San Francisco where he is the Director for Music Ministries at St. Ignatius Church, the organist at LafayetteOrinda Presbyterian Church, the organist at Temple Sherith Israel (S.F.), and the organist to the San Francisco Symphony. Dimmock has an active career as an organ soloist, nationally and internationally, having made numerous solo tours on five continents. He has recorded more than 30 CDs. His recording of the Bach Clavierubung III won a Grammy award in three categories. With the San Francisco Symphony he participated in the Grammy award-winning CD recording of Mahler’s Eighth Symphony (Classical Album of the year for 2009).

For more information, contact Pat Gould, the music director at the church, at patgould@islc.net or 843-522-1712 or visit www.sthelenas1712.org.

Croquet tourney raises money for AMIkids

The Saturday, May 5 golf croquet tournament will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Brays Island off U.S. 17 in Sheldon, about 15 miles west of Beaufort. A “Captain’s Party” for all participants will be held Friday, May 4, 5:30 p.m. at the historic Marshlands home of Brantley Harvey Jr. in Beaufort’s National Historic Landmark District.

Teams of four- to eight-people are encouraged to enter, and period costumes are one of the hallmarks of the annual tournament. For more information, to offer silent auction items or to sign up a croquet team, call Dr. Mike Harris at 843-524-1762. Entry fees are $400 per team and are tax deductible.

‘80th Reunion’ a comedy will be at ARTworks

“80th Reunion: A comedy by Jim Herring — A Staged Reading” will be in the black box theater at ARTworks.

“80th Reunion” is a parody of retirement living and the medical profession. The playwright, Jim Herring, is a retired

resident of Beaufort, and describes the play as “goofy and risque. It brings together all storts of things that wouldn’t usually be put together — the definition of humor is the juxtaposition of things that don’t belong together.

There are scenes in a medical university, a love story because you need to break up humor a little bit, a bit of foolishness about activity buses.” And much more.

The Summerville Players are coming to Beaufort to perform this piece one night only on Sunday, May 6 at 3 p.m. All seats are $12. For more information, contact www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org or 3792787, and in person at 2127 Boundary Street, in Beaufort Town Center.

Sea Island Fly Fishers club has meeting

Wading for Redfish, this is the season.

The May 9 program for the Sea Island Fly Fishers will feature John Holbrook, the club’s Vice President. John is the club expert on wading and will share his expertise on what is considered “a gate-way drug” to saltwater fly fishing.

Tailing redfish are already being caught and the fiddler crabs have made an early appearance. The public is invited to join us at Bay Street Outfitters in Beaufort, 6 p.m. for a social hour and program at 7 p.m. A fly tying demo will be conducted during the social hour and free refreshments are offered.

For more information on the club visit www.flyfishingbeaufort.com, or call Jack Baggette at 522-8911.

Seminar for candidates for public office

The Beaufort County Board of Elections and Registration will hold a seminar for candidates for public office. The seminar will be held on Wednesday, May 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. at 15 John Galt Road in Beaufort. For further information, go to www.bcgov.net/vote, or contact the office of the Board of Elections and Registration at (843) 255-6900.

Sportfishing and diving club to hold meeting

The May meeting for the Beaufort Sportfishing & Diving Club will be held Thursday, May 10 at the Beaufort Yacht & Sailing Club located on Lady’s Island, off Meridian Road. The social begins at 6:30 and the meeting begins at 7 p.m.

This month’s program will consist of presentations from two well-known local captains who are very involved with the SKA (Kingfish) circuit. Captain Scott Jennings and Captain Don May will give presentations on kingfishing from the Port Royal Sound to hard bottom offshore. They will discuss rods and reels, preferred lines, drag, various hook set ups, and baits of choice. As an additional topic, they will discuss kite fishing for King Mackerel. You do not need to be a member, all guests are welcome. For more information, call Captain Frank Gibson at 843-5222020.

Lowcountry Autism Foundation Spring Fling

Annual Spring Fling is under way and event organizers are in need of additional items for the live auction. All of the proceeds provide direct support and evaluation services to the many families affected by autism in the Lowcountry.

The Spring Fling will take place at 6 p.m.

May 12 at the Port Royal Clubhouse on Hilton Head Island. The evening is semi-formal/cocktail attire and will include live entertainment, dinner, dancing and a silent auction. Tickets are $75 per person. LAF is a local, volunteer based, non-profit corporation dedicated to supporting individuals and families living with autism in Beaufort, Jasper, Hampton, and Colleton Counties and the surrounding areas. To donate items to the silent auction, call 843-342-9000.

For more information about the event or for tickets, please contact event co-chairs Janet Williams, Bina Patel, or Meredith DiMuzio at 843-342-9000.

Sons of Confederate Veterans hold meeting

Beaufort County’s Gen. Richard H. Anderson Camp #47 Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV) will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, May 7. Meetings are held in the Harmony Masonic Lodge located at 2710 Depot Road in Beaufort, starting at 7 p.m. There will a general business meeting and a discussion on upcoming Confederate Memorial Day on May 10.

Meetings are open to the public and guests, ladies are welcome to attend as well. Those interested in learning more about the SCV are encouraged to attend or review the Camp’s web site scvcamp47beaufortsc.com. Please contact Commander Jim Thomas with any questions at 843-592-2299.

Golf tournament to benefit USC athletes

Beaufort County Gamecock Classic Golf Tournament, sponsored by DuPriest Construction Co., will be held on Saturday, June 9, at 9 a.m. at the Sanctuary Golf Club at Cat Island.

Proceeds will benefit USC Scholarship Athletes. This is a four person scramble, Captain’s Choice format. Entry fee of $100 per player includes a green fee & golf cart, gift bag, awards lunch, beverages (on course), and hole contests and prizes. If you would like to play or get a team together, please call Linda McCarty at 843-521-1445 or send to Beaufort County Gamecock Club, 2 Carolina Lane, Beaufort, SC 29907.

Black chamber to hold free cancer screenings

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce and the American Cancer Association announces free cancer screenings, mammograms and pap smears. Women between the ages of 4764 years old and are without insurance (no Medicaid or Medicare) might be able to take advantage of this program if they meet the income qualifications. Anyone who qualifies must take advantage of this opportunity before June. Interested, call 800-227-2345 or 843-812-4374.

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weekend scenes from

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WHAT’S INSIDE?

AROUNDTOWN prOFILE

Beverly Porter is a true friend to our community. see page 9

happY wINOs

ABOVE: The Bands, Brews & BBQ event served up barbecue at its annual fundraiser in Port Royal. See page 14.

BELOW: ARTworks holds “Re-Nude” exhibit and fundraiser. See story, page 10.

Let’s have some wine for breakfast. see page 15

FOOD

Irish recording artist Harry O’Donoghue entertains the crowd with traditional Irish folk music last Saturday during the fifth annual Beaufort Irish Festival.

Photo by Bob Sofaly. See more about the Irish Fest, pages 12-13.

Lunch Bunch goes to Habersham for Piace Pizza. see page 24 INDEX

T.I.N. Favorites contest continues In case you didn’t already know, The Island News wants to find out what you like best about Beaufort by voting for at least 10 businesses or community leaders you consider to be your favorite. It’s fun and easy!

Simply go our website at www.yourislandnews.com, look at the categories, then choose your favs. Once the votes are counted from the 127 categories, we’ll announce the winners later in March. You have only until midnight on Sunday, March 11, to cast your votes for T.I.N. Favorites. Show support and make your votes heard!

WINNERS SAY CHECKMATE

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wo Beaufort students take home wins during a recent South Carolina chess tournament. Beaufort Academy third grader Kevin Rogers won the K-3 state title while BA kindergartner Whit Suber won Kindergarten State Champion.

This is the third straight year a BA chess team player has won this title. Beaufort Academy Chess Coach Darrin Rogers said, “The team is playing phenomenal chess.” The chess team will be tested in May when they attend the K-6 national chess tournament in Tennessee.

Pictured at right is Whit Suber; far right is Kevin Rogers.

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