The Island Packet and The Beaufort Gazette’s
Holiday Gift Guide
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November 24, 2016
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WELCOME, CHRISTMAS Santa Claus is coming to town for a festive and busy holiday season. The Jolly Old Elf will make an appearance at many Lowcountry events, including Hilton Head Island’s Community Tree Lighting, the annual Bluffton Christmas Parade, Beaufort’s Night on the Town event, and at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina. FIND A LIST OF EVENTS ON PAGE 12
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Communities come together for Thanksgiving dinners A hurricane can’t stop the Lowcountry’s sense of togetherness. Folks in northern and southern Beaufort County come together for free Thanksgiving Day community dinners. Here’s where you can enjoy a good meal:
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The Parish Church of St. Helena
11 a.m.-3 p.m. The 18th annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner is a free event that will feature turkey, dressing and all of the trimmings, served family style. All are welcome. Donations are accepted for Deep Well and Bluffton Self Help. The event is also hosted by St. Andrew ByThe-Sea United Methodist Church. Hudson’s is located at 1 Hudson Road, off Squire Pope Road, on Hilton Head. Details: 843-505-1370 www.communitythanksgiving.com
Service: 11 a.m. Dinner: noon-2 p.m. The Parish Church of St. Helena’s 37th annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner is a tradition at the church. The homemade dinner includes turkey and all the fixings donated by the parishioners, who also set tables, serve and clean up. To-go orders are also available as well as delivery to homebound residents. The church is located at 507 Newcastle St., Beaufort. Details: 843-522-1712 www.sthelenas1712.org
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Christmas tree farms help keep traditions alive One of the best ways for the family to get into the holiday spirit is to pile into the car and drive to a Christmas tree farm where they can pick out their favorite tree, cut it down themselves, and take it home to decorate with love. There are two Christmas tree farms in Beaufort County — A&A Christmas Trees in Okatie, and The Family Tree Christmas Tree Farm on Lady’s Island. For families wishing to turn the hunt for a perfect tree into a longer road trip, there are two other Christmas tree farms a little further away: Smiling Bear Christmas Tree Farm in Walterboro and the Toogoodoo Tree Farm on Younges Island, just south of Charleston All four farms boast of being family friendly and want to make the outing fun. The farms have saws for customers to use, shakers to get loose needles to drop and bailers to wrap the trees so they can be placed atop a car. — STAFF REPORTS
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A chill is in the air and string lights and holiday cheer sparkle around every corner. Thoughts of bonbons, gingerbread houses, decadent cakes and fresh-baked cookies weave in and out of dreams. Extravagant desserts can be a reality without being a hassle. Follow these tips to create sweet holiday happiness. RETHINK THE DESSERT SPREAD Instead of offering different types of desserts, consider impressing guests with a fondue bar. As an alternate to time-consuming double boiler recipes, use a high-performance blender, such as a Vitamix Professional Series 750, to create a delicious sauce in about 15 minutes.
To add a seasonal twist, make a chocolate orange fondue. Serve it in a pot with skewers of marshmallows, pound cake and fresh fruit. KEEP COOKIES ON HAND An easy way to spread dessert joy with visitors is to have cookies at the ready. Bake a batch of shortbread cookies and store in airtight containers. Add a slice of white bread to allow the cookies to absorb moisture without adding an odd taste. You can also freeze cookies so they stay fresh for a few months. Pull the treats out a couple of hours prior to guests arriving and they’ll taste freshly baked. SPRINKLE HOMEMADE SUGAR One ingredient that might not be a pantry staple but appears in a lot
of holiday baking and decorating is powdered sugar. To make your own, blend granulated sugar and a bit of cornstarch. Then, sprinkle it on top of that gorgeous chocolate cake or mix into frosting for decorating gingerbread houses. FESTIVE DRINKS Not all desserts come in cake and cookie form. Create a dessert cocktail, such as the Brandy Alexander. Blend brandy, chocolate ice cream, chocolate milk and ice cubes until the drink meets your desired consistency. For the younger crowd, try peppermint hot chocolate. Use a blender to crush peppermint sticks, then add chocolate chips, cocoa powder and milk. Blend until steaming. Top off with a dollop of whipped cream.
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Hilton Head? + ice skating rink? = Yes, you heard that right . ..................................................................
If you go The synthetic ice rink will be open through Jan. 1 at Shelter Cove Towne Center on Hilton Head Island. Admission for a 90-minute session is $10 or $6 for kids younger than 6. The price of admission includes skate rental, though skaters may also bring their own.
BY LIZ FARRELL
lfarrell@islandpacket.com Get your Sharpies ready. You’re about to be able to cross “perform triple lutz on an island and in view of palm trees” off your bucket list. An outdoor ice-skating rink opened Nov. 18 at Shelter Cove Towne Centre on Hilton Head Island. It’s open through Jan.1, which is plenty of time to Google “I forgot how to ice skate, remind me.” Skating on synthetic ice, which this rink will have by the way, is similar to skating on
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refrigerated ice, I hear. It just requires a little more effort because of the resistance, and your skates need to be sharp. As for falling, it supposedly doesn’t hurt when you do, but let’s hope it’s just as hilarious to
watch — assuming you’re OK, of course. Remember, it’s OK to laugh at the flailing, not the ailing. The rink will be in the park at Shelter Cove and will be open to all ages and experience levels
through Jan. 1. “Our goal with the ice rink is to create a gathering place for the community. A place where families and friends can make
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DOVE STREET FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
‘Tastefully tacky’ light display returns The annual Dove Street Festival of Lights will be from 6 to 10 p.m. through Dec. 31 at Shelter Cove Towne Centre and will now include Community Foundation of the Lowcountry’s Disaster Recovery and Rebuilding Fund as a recipient of this year’s donations. The festival, a longtime island tradition, has raised more than $120,000 in cash for local nonprofits, more than 40,000 cans of food, and more than 20,000 presents since its inception in 1990. This year’s event will also benefit the Island Recreation Association and Programs for Exceptional People. Throughout the six weeks of the event, volunteers
from each organization will be on site collecting donations. A Hilton Head Island holiday tradition for more than 20 years, visitors from across the region can experience the magic of the cascading and tastefully tacky Hilton Head Island Christmas lights display. Park your car, stroll through the lights, falling snow (bubbles!) and even ice skate in the park, all while enjoying nightly entertainment, shopping, dining and much more. Details: www.sheltercovetowne centre.com/events/ dovestreet
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Santa Claus is coming to town Here are a few places you can catch a glimpse of the Jolly Old Elf this season Shelter Cove Harbour Nov. 25 starting at 11 a.m. Enjoy holiday music, a bounce house, wax hands and kiddy train rides from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Santa will arrive at noon on a fire truck and pose for photos at Neptune’s Statue until 2:30 p.m. The Light Up the Harbour boat parade will start at dusk. Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina is located across from Palmetto Dunes on Hilton Head Island. 843-785-6424.
Community Christmas Tree Lighting Nov. 26 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Santa, Mrs. Claus and their trusty reindeer Rudolph will help kick off the holiday season. The Yuletide celebration includes carols, face painting, treats, a musical performance from the cast of “White Christmas,” and a Holly Day Art
Market. Free. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-2787.
Bluffton Christmas tree lighting and parade Dec. 2 at 5 p.m. and Dec. 3 at 10 a.m. The Town of Bluffton will light its Christmas tree Dec. 2 at Town Hall, 20 Bridge Street. The event will include a musical performance by M.C. Riley students and an appearance by Santa Claus. The annual Bluffton Christmas parade is Dec. 3. The nearly 3-mile parade starts at Pritchard and Bridge streets and ends at Red Cedar Street. Float awards will be given for Best Performance, Best Float, Judges’ Choice, State of Mind, and Fan Favorite. Santa will ride through the parade on a fire truck.
A Night on the Town and boat parade Dec. 2 from 6-9 p.m. and Dec. 3 from 5:30-8 p.m. Downtown Beaufort businesses will stay open late Dec. 2 as part of the city’s tree-lighting celebration that will include Santa, the Parris Island Marine Corps Band, and entertainment by local choirs, dance groups and clubs. The Light up the Night Boat Parade is Dec. 3 at the Beaufort Waterfront Park. 843-522-3634.
Winter Wonderland Festival Dec. 2 from 4-8 p.m. Enjoy hayrides, carnival games, a petting zoo, parade, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus at Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head. $10 for children ages 2-15.
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HOLIDAY EVENTS AROUND THE LOWCOUNTRY Town Lights: through Jan. 1. Harbour Town in Sea Pines on Hilton Head. Stroll along the harbour and enjoy the illuminated seasonal figures and a towering Christmas tree. The official tree lighting will take place at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 25. Harbour Town will feature family-friendly entertainment and activities this holiday season.
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of Trees: 6:30 p.m. Nov. 30. Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island, 130 Shipyard Drive, Hilton Head. A longstanding tradition on Hilton Head Island returns for its second year. The event is a beautiful display of creatively themed Christmas trees in all sizes and colors. Trees are sponsored and decorated by local organizations, businesses and individuals, and on display in the resort’s lobby. Trees are available for purchase with proceeds benefiting the Hilton Head Prep scholarship program. 843-842-2400 or 843-671-2286.
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roast: 1-5 p.m. Nov. 26. The Dunes House, 14 Dunes House Lane, Palmetto Dunes. Food, fun and beer specials. Live music by Unicorn Meat from 2-5 p.m. 843-686-9143.
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Christmas Parade: 3 p.m. Dec. 4. Floats, bands, groups of walkers and personal cars and trucks will make their way through the streets of downtown Beaufort.
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Christmas Bird Count: Dec. 15. Join the Hilton Head Island Audubon Society as it works with communities across America, including Sea Pines, to conduct its annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count. To register, email Susan Murphy at hhicbc@gmail.com.
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A The Nativity Scene: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dec. 18. The Penn Center, Martin Luther King Highway, St. Helena Island. Embrace the holiday spirit with Penn Center’s Live Nativity Scene. The evening will include vocal performances by a mass church choir. 843-838-2432. www.penncenter.com. A Gregg
Russell Christmas concert: 7:30-9 p.m. Dec. 23. Harbour Town in Sea Pines, Hilton Head Island. Relish the spirit of the holidays with an evening in Harbour Town. Listen as Gregg Russell plays his guitar and sings songs of the season for children and adults. Follow-
ing the concert, there will be a special visit from Santa Claus. Free. A Holiday
evening tours by candlelight: 6-8:30 p.m. Dec. 26-30. The Davenport House Museum, 324 E. State St., Savannah. Glistening by candlelight, the home welcomes visitors to an experience emphasizing the end-ofyear celebrations of early 19th century Savannahians. Light refreshments, music and skilled interpreters, who show visitors through the home, are among the highlights of the presentation. Adults: $12 in advance; $15 at the door. Children: $8 in advance; $10 at the door. Reservations encouraged. 912-236-8097. www.davenport housemuseum.org. Head Snow Day: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 28. Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. The family event will include a Kids Zone with inflatable rides, a snowfield, face painting, and entertainment. Proceeds benefit the Island Rec Scholarship Fund. $10 ages 2-17; free for adults. www.islandreccenter.org.
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CHRISTMAS TOY DRIVE The Bluffton Police Department is accepting items for its second annual Christmas Toy Drive as the holiday season approaches. Residents can donate unwrapped toys, jackets, hats and gloves for children up to 14. Toiletry items and wrapping paper will also be accepted. Donations can be brought to the Police Department’s law enforcement center at 101 Progressive St. in Buckwalter Place or Bluffton Town Hall at 20 Bridge St. through Dec. 16. The department will donate the items to local children in partnership with LowCountry Community Church.
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MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS Christmas Tradition”: Nov. 24Dec. 26 at the Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St., Savannah. The theater is transformed into a perfect holiday picture, sharing memories of popular Christmas standards. Sprinkle in a little comedy and audience participation for a great seasonal event. 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. $37; $18 for age 17 and under. 912-233-7764. www.savannahtheatre.com.
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Motown Holiday Spectacular, featuring Reggie Deas and Deas Guyz: 8 p.m. Dec. 2-3. The Jazz Corner, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. Deas-Guyz features an entertaining mix of old Motown, rhythm and blues, pop, rock, reggae and dance beats. $15. Reservations required. 843-842-8620. www.thejazzcorner.com. A “Great
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Nutcracker” presented by South Carolina Ballet: 5:30 p.m. Nov. 26, Savannah Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah. Join the South Carolina Ballet and experience a snow covered performance bursting with unforgettable adventure and romance. $20-$45. 912-651-6556. www.savannahcivic.com. A “The
Nutcracker” presented by Savannah Ballet Theatre: 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dec. 3. Savannah College of Art and Design’s Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St., Savannah. Kick off the holiday season by joining Clara as she goes from a fabulous holiday party set in 1940’s Savannah to a dream unlike any other. $25-$45. 912-525-5050. www.lucastheatre.com.
Russian Nutcracker” presented by Moscow Ballet: 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 29. Savannah College of Art and Design’s Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St., Savannah. Moscow Ballet’s company of almost 40 dancers thrills audiences with their expertise, dramatic expression and stunning leaps. Performances boast romantic hand-sewn costumes and shimmering backdrops with authentic splashes of Russian history and fanciful effects. $28-$68. 912-525-5050. www.lucastheatre.com. A “A
Holiday Fantasia” presented by Sun City Chorus and Concert Band: 7 p.m. Dec. 1-3; 2:30 p.m. Dec. 4. Sun City Hilton Head. Listen as talented musicians perform holiday music. $23. 843-368-3153. suncitytix@gmail.com.
A Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas”: 8 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays. Dec. 7-31. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-anddance act after World War II. The score features well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love A Piano,” “How Deep Is the Ocean” and “White Christmas.” $58; $41 for children. 843842-2787. www.artshhi.com. Submitted
Be Home for Christmas” presented by Hilton Head Choral Society: 8 p.m. Dec. 9. First Presbyterian Church, 540 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. Program includes traditional holiday tunes and carols. $10$40. 843-341-3818. www.hiltonheadchoralsociety.org.
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Around the Christmas Cabaret: 8 p.m. Dec. 15-17. Savannah College of Art and Design’s Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St., Savannah. Toast the holiday with all your favorite ’50s and ’60s hits. You’ll hear tunes made famous by Elvis, Peggy Lee, and Savannah’s own Johnny Mercer. $25. 912- 525-5050. www.lucastheatre.com.
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6 p.m. Dec. 2. Palmetto Bluff’s Village Green. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. Bring your beach chairs and blankets. Hot toddies, movie snacks and candy available. $20 a car. Proceeds benefit the Honor Our Heroes Foundation. A “Miracle of 34th Street”: 7 p.m. Dec. 3. Harbour Town in Sea Pines. Benches and fire pits for roasting marshmallows available. Free with a canned food donation for the Deep Well Project. A “Polar Express”: 7 p.m. Dec. 10. Harbour Town in Sea Pines. Benches and fire pits for roasting marshmallows available. Free with a canned food donation for the Deep Well Project. A “A Christmas Story”: 7 p.m. Dec. 17. Harbour Town in Sea Pines. Benches and fire pits for roasting marshmallows available. Free with a canned food donation for the Deep Well Project.
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GIFT CERTIFICATES TO A SHOW It’s the best gift you can give: tickets to the theater! Gift certificates can be purchased in our box office (843) 842-ARTS (2787) for any amount to be used toward any Arts Center performance…and what a line-up of blockbuster productions and star-studded presentations…including:
THEATER SERIES: Any Production Above PRESENTING SERIES: Ellis Marsalis Quintet An Evening with Laura Osnes • The Broadway Tenors • Caroline Rhea • The Second City Comedy
THEATER “SIPPY” CUP What a fun stocking stuffer! Only $5 gets you a commemorative theater “sippy” cup and the opportunity to take your beverage IN the theater and enjoy during the show! Cute gift tip – package a gift certificate to a show IN a theater cup! Bow optional!
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VISIT ARTSHHI.COM for show details, times and dates!
843-842-ARTS(2787) • ARTSHHI.COM
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Pop, fizz, clink: 3 ways to celebrate with champagne STATEPOINT
Champagne is the quintessential complement to any memorable occasion, one that can transform an experience, while creating new traditions and memories along the way. Here are a few ways to add glamour and elegance to your athome, year-end festivities. CHAMPAGNE-INSPIRED DECOR For those in the midst of planning a holiday party, consider a bubbly bar as the centerpiece. “Create a dedicated space for your bubbles and allow guests to taste at their own leisure. It makes for a great spot to strike up conversation and leaves the host free to mingle with the other guests,” said Vitalie Taittinger, artistic director of Champagne Taittinger — one of the last few remaining family-owned
PARISIAN RAW BAR Take a moment from the hustle and bustle of the holidays and transport you and your guests to Paris with a French-style raw bar. Move on to the perfect shrimp cocktail: the sweet flavor with just a squeeze of lemon is a natural fit with champagne. Then, end with a bit of lobster or crab, Vitalie said. For a new presentation, stagger footed cake stands at different heights to create areas where you can add additional design elements, such as winter greenery, flowers, candles and lights. Drape linen or other textured fabric for added texture and a touch of Paris.
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Macarons are a natural fit for champagne. and operated champagne houses. In terms of the look for your bubbly bar, you don’t have to stick with traditional holiday colors. Use metallics like brushed gold, galvanized silver and rose gold, alongside lush holiday greens, for a more contemporary take on holiday spirit.
CHAMPAGNE MACARONS Chocolate delicacies and champagne are a natural pairing, particularly when there is a secondary element of fruit in the chocolate, such as passion fruit, raspberry, coconut or hazelnut. The outer shell, airy pillow, creamy center and soft chew of Macarons are a natural fit for champagne and will provide a memorable conclusion to your meal.
AREA NEW YEAR’S EVE EVENTS A New
Year’s Eve Celebration in Sea Pines: 7 p.m. and midnight. Dec. 31. Harbour Town in Sea Pines, Hilton Head Island. Enjoy food, fun, entertainment and live music throughout Harbour Town, then count down the ball drop from the top of the Harbour Town Lighthouse. The ball will drop at 7 p.m. and midnight. 843-842-1979. For dinner reservations at The Quarterdeck, call 843-842-1999. A New
Year’s Eve Extravaganza: 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. Dec. 31. The Jazz Corner, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island.
Enjoy dinner, champagne toast, party favors, and a concert by The Noel Freidline Quintet featuring Maria Howell. $75 for early seating; $135 for late seating. Reservations required. 843-842-8620. www.thejazzcorner.com. A City Market New Year’s Eve: 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Dec. 31. City Market in Savannah. Live outdoor music continues throughout the evening and restaurants are open to help you celebrate. Drop in and stroll through the market all evening long. 912-232-4903.
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h er e a r e m a n y t k n i h t We ve FWDG: o l o t s n o reas
Voted Beaufort’s Favorite Furniture Store By Readers Of The Island Packet/Beaufort Gazette Every Year The Voting Has Been Held.
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1 We opened in 1972 with the idea of rewarding our guests with great service - we have a fully trained service department to help our guests buy with confidence
5 Our pricing is great. Belonging to the top furniture buying cooperative in the nation gives us the clout we need to offer fabulous furniture at terrific pricing
2 We are centrally located in Beaufort County - convenient to guests from Fripp Island to Sea Pines and everywhere in between;
6 Staying power - we have been in business, with the same ownership for 45 years
3 We give back to our communities - The Annual FWDG Coat Drive has collected and distributed over 42,000 coats to citizens of Beaufort County over the past 26 years; 4 Our showroom and selection are huge! Including FWDG, BedSmart (our mattress store) Rugs! (our rug store) The MarkDown (our clearance area) and Paddy O’Furniture (our outdoor furniture store) We have over 46,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor furniture, mattresses, rugs and accessories
7 Great people - we are proud of our sales staff, administrative staff, warehouse and delivery staff. These are a few reasons we think you have voted us your f-a-v-o-r-i-t-e furniture store all these years, but whatever the reason is,
we just want to say thank you! - Larry Mark and staff
FWDG, Beaufort’s Favorite Furniture Store 745 Robert Smalls Parkway • Beaufort
843.524.8695 Mon-Sat 10am-6pm • Sun 1pm-5pm