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Kindness, strengthin midst of tragedy

I O P L E M O N A D E S T A N D R A I S E S $ 2 , 5 0 0 F O R F A M I L I E S O F E M A N U E L 9

A lemonade stand on Isle of Palms last week, run by a contingent of local children, raised over $2,500 for the families ofthe Emanuel AME tragedy. From left, Mia Kosmos Hagerty, Max Pearsall, Bo Petit, Tucker Parry, Henry Petit, Kennedy

Petit, Cole Petit, Blase Pauciello (with sign), Nick Kosmos, Rini Kosmos, Kelly Petit, Sully Petit.

At its June 23 council meeting,the Isle of Palms became the rstcity in South Carolina to ban the

ribution of single-use plastic bagsretailers to consumers. Members ofIsle of Palms community expressede that this will be a rst step towardecting the wildlife that live in theshes, ocean, ponds and streams ofisland from the dangers of plastic.’ve been rehabilitating Southolina’s sick and injured sea turtlesh the Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Rescuegram for the past 5 1/2 years

have personally witnessed life-atening complications caused byingestion of plastics in our patients,”isti L. Hughes, a Senior Sea Turtleogist from the South Carolinaarium, said. “One of our recently-

mitted patients, a loggerhead namedway, began defecating large amountslastic on June 11. Two sizable pieceslastic passed by this loggerhead seale are clearly identiable as plastics consistent with those distributed byery stores.”s dened by the ordinance single-plastic bags are bags provided by ainess establishment to a customer

cally at the point of sale for thepose of transporting purchases. Amon example would be the plastics one receives at a grocery store. ordinance does not include thewing within its denition of single-carryout bags: laundry dry cleanings, door-hanger bags, newspaper bags,s intended for use as garbage, pette, or yard waste, bags provided byrmacist or veterinarians to contain

IOP bansplastic bags

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Message from the Mayor of Sullivan's Islandr Island Neighbors,hanks to the Island Eye News for affording me the space foronthly column to update our Sullivan’s Island citizens ont’s going on in matters related to our Town, assumingn get my stuff in on deadline. I must keep remindingelf that for more than nine years I did a weekly column

weight control for the Sunday Post & Courier, using upunch of legal pads in those pre-Internet days. So with

k, and assistance from our Town staff, this will be aular feature and not a space for last-minute-discounted

w and Departing Town CouncilmembersWe recently welcomed 4 new members of Town Council. Sarah

rch is completing the remaining two years of the term vacatedn I became Mayor. Mark Howard, Rita Langley and Bachmanth IV began four-year terms. Along with Susan Middaugh anduncey Clark, who are in the middle of their terms, we have atalented team that I think will provide excellent leadership going

ward.t the same time I want to acknowledge the great service of ourarting Councilmembers: Mary Jane Watson, Jerry Kaynard andtley Cooper. Please thank all of them for their service whensee them. Recreation needs on the island never had a more

ctive advocate than Mary Jane Watson. She was a one-personreation Department for the entire eight years of her service, and

ilies on the island now take for granted a number of recurringvities that Mary Jane initiated. Jerry Kaynard was a verylved Councilmember for eight years. In particular, he was ang advocate for rebuilding the elementary school and, as MayorTem, shouldered numerous additional responsibilities after theth of Mayor Mike Perkis. During Hartley Cooper’s four-year term,was a highly effective leader in the ght to rebuild our school,as Chair of the Public Facilities Committee, shepherded the long

cess leading up to the design of our new Town Hall and Policeionaking of the new Town Hall and Police Station

We broke ground for the new Town Hall and Police Stationon Tuesday, June 17. Look for increasing activity on theconstruction site. Unfortunately, construction will eliminatea number of parking spots in the lot between the restation and the park. We will post signs directing parkersto alternate locations, but there will clearly be a reductionin the numbers of parking spots in that area in the nearterm. Please be assured that, while some construction

fencing may be in place, the J. Marshall Stith Park will beopen with full access to Park facilities. The Town’s annualIndependence Day Music and Fireworks event will take place

in the Park as usual.Speaking of Independence Day

The Golf Cart and Bike Parade will depart from the Sullivan’sIsland Elementary School and end at The Island Club on July 4.Participants may get in line at 8 a.m., the event begins at 8:20 a.m.and parade starts at 8:30a.m. Please decorate your carts, bikesand selves in the theme of your choice. Judging categories include:Most Patriotic (1st, 2nd, 3rd), Most Creative (1st, 2nd, 3rd), Best AllAround (1st, 2nd, 3rd) and Honorable Mention. Weather permittingthe Town will host its usual music and fun at the J. Marshall StithPark later in the day. Shem Creek Boogie Band will provide musicbeginning at 6 p.m. with the reworks show at dusk (no coolers orpets please).

Let’s also remember the real purpose of Independence Day, and

give thanks for the liberty and freedom we enjoy in this country andthe sacrices that secured it. It’s especially appropriate for us on theisland to stay mindful of that. As you know, the Battle of Sullivan’sIsland on June 28, 1776, at what we now know as Fort Moultrie, isconsidered the rst signicant American victory over British sea andland forces in the costly war that gained our freedom.

Happy Independence Day! Here’s to an enjoyable, congenialand safe summer.Pat O’NeilMayor of Sullivan's Island

cription drugs, bags used by restaurantsake away prepared food, etc.his ordinance does not restrict the averageon from carrying a plastic bag ontoIsland either. If, for example, you go to

get across the connector and bring homer purchases in the plastic bags provided,will not get a ticket or be reprimanded.ordinance only prohibits a person from

viding single-use carryout bags at any cityity, city-sponsored event, or any event on city property, and also prohibits anyness establishment within the city limits

m providing single-use carryout bags to itsomers.arris Teeter on the island now provides

er bags for carrying out groceries and willsell reusable carryout paper bags withhandles manufactured from recyclable

er.

“Reducing our consumption of plastic bags just makes sense,” Island resident KathyKent, who has been leading the Ban the

Bag movement on the Isle of Palms, said. “Itmakes economic sense to protect tourism andproperty values—both tied to the health andbeauty of our ocean and beaches. It makessense to do what we can to protect not onlymarine life, including endangered species ofsea turtles, but also our shing economy.And now that we know from studies at theCollege of Charleston and the Citadel thatplastic bits are being consumed by oystersand shrimp, it makes sense to stop poisoningour food. The plastics lobby's claims of theenvironmental and health benets of plasticbags have been proven to be untrue or greatlyexaggerated, and the move away from plasticbags is gaining momentum across the U.S.

and the world. More and more municipalities[are] looking [to] ban plastic bags each week.Why? Because, although it isn't a cure-all,

it's an easy way for us to cut down on theamount of plastic reaching our waterways.Harris Teeter has already made the switch

away from plastic bags, and as you talkto people who wouldn't necessarily labelthemselves as conservationists, they arehappy to go without plastic bags to make apositive impact on the health of our oceans.”

Although at previous city council meetings,Kent and many other citizens have spokenin favor of the ban, at the June meeting tworesidents spoke out saying they do not wanta ban of plastic bags on the island. Theypresented many facts including dangersassociated with reusable carryout bags dueto bacteria. Although their comments gavepause to the Council, the vote was stillunanimous.

The ban will go into effect in six months.

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T he excruciating 103° had just settled into a cozy99 degrees when Mayor

eil opened his speech at theundbreaking ceremony forlivan’s Island’s new Townl on Tuesday, June 16.As long as the island has beenabited, we have never had an hall that was meant to bewn hall,” Mayor O’Neil said,ing that the new building issigned to serve the residents

ullivan’s Island” and “signalsbeginning of a new resourcehe town.”The history of Town Hall beginsay,” Town Administratordy Benke later said in theowing town council meeting,ecting the Town Hall’s

mpletion in approximately

10 – 12 months. Designed byDavid Creech from Creech& Associates ArchitecturalDesign, the stormproof buildingwill “withstand storms bothinside the building and outsidethe building,” chuckled MayorO’Neil.

When Mayor O’Neil andbystanders thanked William“Red” Wood, one of the island’soldest council members andlegacies, Wood smiled andresponded, “I wouldn’t miss itfor the world, man.”

“If it wasn’t 103 degrees(today), I could go another 45minutes,” Mayor O’Neil laughed,handing off the microphoneto Benke. After a few closingremarks, Benke called thetown council members forwardfor the ceremonial “rst dig.”Each member grabbed a shoveland, upon Chauncey Clark’s

instructions, “act(ed) like(they’ve) done actual manuallabor before.” After photos weresnapped, Clark hollered, “keep,keep digging; we’ve got a whileto go!”

Let the digging begin

BY SALLY DUNAWAYFOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

PHOTOS BY STEVE ROSAMILIAset of council members, including outgoing and incoming, helped break ground on the new town hall.


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T he June 16 Sullivan'sIsland Town Councilmeeting began promptly at

m., and, after a welcome andPledge of Allegiance, each of

three newly-elected councilmbers stepped forward to bern into service. First was Mark

ward, then Rita Langley, thenhman Smith IV. Immediately

owing the recitation of oaths,yor O’Neil shed his coat andned the oor for general

mments.tudents Auburn Jeffries fromley Hall and Margaret Quinn

m Mount Pleasant presentedr Plastic Bag Ban Project

challenged the communitystop wasting so much plastic

take action.” Each of the

akers introduced variouseats plastic bags pose ournd’s wildlife and to the planetarge. Of the 18 businesses theyke with, 17 supported theirative. Mayor O’Neil thanked

m for their presentation andd this gave the council somed for thought” on potentialrnatives to plastic bags.ext up was Mike Bourland proposed that Raven Road

extension, an increasinglypopular route, be renamedConlan Avenue, in honor ofthe Conlan family which haslived on the island for over 110

years. “After 110 years, you getsome rights,” he said. Bourlandis currently organizing a surveyto gauge Sullivan’s Island’sresidents’ interest in changingthe name–and, if willing, whichnames they would support.

There were no other comments,and the meeting continued intoapproval of the minutes from theMay 19 regular meeting, the May27 Council Retreat, and the June1 special meeting. The minuteswere unanimously approved bythe members who were presentat each respective session.

Next, Jason Blanton presentedthe resolution to increase fundbalance from the 2014 scal year. In June 2011, town councilpassed a General Fund ordinancethat would divvy-up surplusfunds. At the end of each year,25 – 30 percent of excess fundswould be sent to the CapitalImprovement Reserve and theEmergency Reserve. Becausethe town “brought in more than

(it) spent,” according to MayorO’Neil, this resolution willdetermine where the remainingunrestricted reserve will be sent. The surplus goes to the capital

improvement reserve. After that,all the remaining goes to thegeneral surplus reserves. Theresolution passed unanimously.

Next, Susan Middaughpresented a resolution to increasewater and sewer fees for theupcoming scal year, proposingupdated charges for water andsewer maintenance and services.Councilmembers unanimouslyapproved the motion.

Mayor O’Neil then led theProclamation of June 28, 2015as Carolina Day in celebrationof Colonel William Moultrie and

William Thomson’s victory overthe British in 1776 on Sullivan’sIsland.

Every two years, council holdsa vote for the council committeeappointments. The results wereas follow. Finance Committee: allcouncil members. AdministrationChair: Mark Howard, withmembers Sarah Church andSusan Middaugh. Land Uses andNatural Resources Chair: Rita

Langley, with members ChaunceyClark and Mayor O’Neil. PublicFacilities Chair: Bachman SmithIV, with members ChaunceyClark and Mark Howard. Public

Safety Chair: Chauncey Clark,with members Sarah Church andMayor O'Neil. Recreation Chair:Sarah Church, with members RitaLangley and Susan Middaugh.Water and Sewer Chair: SusanMiddaugh, with members MarkHoward and Bachman Smith IV. The assignment approval wasunanimous. Chauncey Clark,nominated by Middaugh, wasappointed Mayor Pro Tempore.Should Mayor O’Neil be unable toserve, Clark will assume Mayoralresponsibilities. All voted in favorof the appointment--except Clark

himself, who joked that he hadno comment.

Mayor O’Neil announcedthat the turtle nest discoveredbetween Station 23 and 24 wasrelocated to Station 25. The nestholds approximately 130 eggs.Next, he announced that Isleof Palms has requested formal,full-time emergency medical

Sullivan's new council kicks off businessBY SALLY DUNAWAY

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

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istance from Charlestonunty EMS. Currently, EMSves the island, however, theyh to reinforce these safety-uring services, particularlyr the Isle of Palms receivedEMS calls on Memorial Dayekend.he Planning Commission

ok off the item of conservationement uses—which would

ically allow anyone withuctures on vacant propertiesthe removal the homes and thecement of a small accessoryucture on the property. Theye scheduled a public hearingthe next meeting on Julywhich would allow them to

elop a recommendation andsent it to town council ongust 18.”he Finance Committee

nounced the opening of the,000 Nature Trail on Stationand reported, in the words

Mayor O’Neil, that “everythingms to be going as projected.”lark, Chair of the Publicety Committee asked ifryone had heard about their

w truck. “It’s red,” he joked.new re truck was funded

grant money and was recentlynounced the winner for Myrtlech’s Emergency-One Fireck Calendar. There were alsow coyote sightings since lastsion, though there have beeniceably fewer since last month.rk concluded by reminding allt “this town is in the business

afety and rescue.”he Water and Sewermmittee passed the budget

minutes, announced the town’spending status for the nalreview of the State’s PriorityList, assured members that nochanges were expected, andproposed that the committeebegin “engineering” the lengthyapplication for Federal Pre-Disaster Mitigation Funding, tobe submitted some time nextspring.

The Public FacilitiesCommittee discussed oldbusiness, mentioning the Nature Trail, the proposal for the RavenRoad Name Change, and therequested re-construction ofthe Station 26 boat landing. Innew business: the constructionof the boardwalk to the beachfor school kids coming fromthe west end of the island, thehandicap walkway, a possiblesolution for trafc problems withschool children biking from theWestern region of the island, andthe Station 17 street water plantthat needs new fencing werediscussed.

The Recreation committee hadno news, except that Town Hallparking for the town’s Fourthof July celebrations would notbe impeded by the new TownHall Construction. After July 4,however, the construction siteand parking lot will be fenced off.

And, with that, the meetingwas adjourned for the public, andan executive session to discusslegalities of split-zoned lots andviolations of the vacation rentals

ordinance commenced.

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Plastic kills wildlife

Dear Editor,I'd like to share my simple facts concerning the serious plague

of plastic in our oceans. We've all read about the millions of smallpieces of plastic oating in our oceans, but did you realize they’remostly microscopic? It’s estimated that there are about .4 bits ofplastic for every cubic meter of surface water. Microscopic plasticsare aficting all marine life and those that eat sh. (Do you eat sh?)At least 100,000 marine animals are estimated to die as a result

of plastic marine debris each year, a number that may increasedramatically with better estimates of mortality from marine debrisaffecting difcult-to-observe neonate sea turtles.

Sea turtles caught in lost or abandoned plastic shing gear may beinjured or drowned. Those that mistake oating debris for food areat risk from intestinal compaction or tearing, digestive suppression,and exposure to chemical toxicants adsorbed by (accumulated onthe surface of) the plastics. Not only turtles—dolphins, sh, shrimpand birds are aficted, too. The number of birds ingesting plasticincreased each year over a recent four-year study. Nearly two thirdsof the edglings exceeded the amount of plastic ingestion that isconsidered “acceptable” by international standards.

Each year Americans throw away 100 billion plastic grocerybags, only 0.6 percent of plastic bags are recycled, which areproduced by nearly 2,500 barrels of oil. Replacing plastic grocerybags with reusable bags not only reduces the plastic stream but

also conserves oil. The evidence is irrefutable. I am proud to liveon an island that is leading the way in a global effort to protect ourbeloved oceans, marine life and shorebirds—as well as our childrenand our grandchildren.

Mary Alice MonroeIsle of Palms

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In 1941, sick and conned to bed,unable to stand at an easel andpaint, it seemed Henri Matisse’s

artistic life was over. Critics hadlabeled him the “wild beast” forhis startlingly bold colors. Now hewas a broken man But Matissewas not bowed. He began each daywith poetry which he comparedto oxygen, “just as when you leapout of bed you ll your lungs withfresh air.” From his bed he began“painting with scissors”, cuttingout huge color-saturated shapesand arranging them with the helpof his assistants and grandchildrenuntil they lled his room. “You see,as I am obliged to remain often inbed…I have made a little gardenall around me where I can walk… There are leav es, fruits, a bird.”Hecontinued to create for 13 more

years, pushing his art further thanever.He called it his “grace period”.He even attached a piece of chalkto a long pole and drew the facesof his grandchildren on the ceilingso he could look up at them whilehe went to sleep.“I am deeplycontented, happy,” he said.

Christopher Lawing, VicePresident for Programming and

Research for the Bechtler Museumof Modern Art, enthusiasticallyrecounted this inspiring story aswe toured the light-lled gallerieswhere 80 framed prints of thesecollages are on display throughSeptember 7 as part of the exhibition The Art Books of Henri Matisse. Jazz is the most famous with itsimagery drawn from the circus andmusic halls. It’s considered one ofthe greatest illustrated books of the20th century. Christopher pointedout Matisse’s masterful use ofpositive and negative space, howhe “riffed on philodendron” andhis preoccupation with color andlight that fueled his intense joie devivre. Mario Botta, the museum’sarchitect also “curated light” in thediminutive building where soaringwindows frame skyscrapers.

Christopher explained that criticsresponded with shock, amazementand occasional laughter to Matisse’swork, but “we need artists to shockand awe to move us forward.”Wespeculated together on whichcontemporary artists were movingus forward now. I left inspired, fullof new ideas.

The exhibit was a perfect

introduction to Charlotte, a bigcity full of the vitality and creativeenergy, where history combineswith modernity. The Dunhill Hotelis a stellar example. Built in 1929,the ten-story hotel has been fullyrestored. The independent hotelis an Historic Inn of America. Itsrened architecture with neo-classical embellishments addscharacter to Charlotte’s modernbig-city shape. But it is decidedlya 21st century luxury hotel withall the modern conveniences in its60 well-appointed guest rooms. Asdowntown Charlotte pulses andhums around it, the Dunhill is aquiet, elegant oasis right in itscenter. We parked our car uponarrival and never needed it again.Within walking distance are manyattractions: the Mint Museum, the

McColl Center for Art, DiscoveryPlace, the Blumenthal PerformingArts center, the Bank of AmericaStadium, the Time Warner Arena,Spirit Square, the Levine Museumand others. The Dunhill offers apackage with the Bechtler withdiscounts and amenities.

In 2014 the hotel challengedChris Coleman to come aboard

and create a fresh, new Southernconcept that would put itsrestaurant The Asbury on the A listfor discerning culinary travelers.A devout locavore, Chris sourcesfrom about 40 local farmers,shermen and food artisans. Hisinspirations are the bounty of theregion, his grandmother and hissense of humor.“I like to mix itup a little.” He tops deviled eggswith cheeky fried cornichon, hedecorates plates with colorfulnasturtiums and serves a cast ironskillet of Maw Maw’s biscuits withsass-worthy Bacon-Onion. “Whenthe world seems crazy and nothingmuch seems to make senseanymore, turn to Bacon Jam. Itmakes comfort foods comfortable…Watch your cares magically meltaway.”

Creative sparks were also yingup the street at 5 Church where thehostess Mercury Arteaga explained,“I love this restaurant; It’s moreof a museum.”The entire bookArt of War was inscribed on theceiling! Sea-creature-inspired lightxtures, undulating sculpturesand ironic murals gave the space afunky, lively vibe as a young crowd

toasted brunch with mimosas andate sunny-side egg pizzas. Word onthe street is that this restaurantis opening on Market Street inCharleston. Outside the windowsteams of crazily speeding bicyclistswere racing a course throughcordoned off streets. The big citybuzz was electrifying.

I’ll return to Charlotte again,perhaps for a girlfriends’ get-away,NASCAR, a Panthers or Hornets

game, concerts or culture. A fewdays in a big city of skyscrapersand vitality is like a Red Bull forthe mind and Charlotte is only 3 ½hours away. In a cab after a longnight out that included MargaretCho at the Comedy Zone followedby late night blues at the DoubleDoor, we were happily satiated by

our big-city experience.

Get your big city buzz in CharlotteBY CAROL ANTMAN

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

ROADTRIPS CHARLESTON

IF YOU GO

The Dunhill Hotel: www.DunhillHotel.com

The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art: www.bechtler.org

5 Church Restaurant: www.5church.comarchitecture by Mario Botta at the Bechtler Museum.

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The Dunhill Hotel is a prime example in combining history with modernity.PHOTOPROVIDEDDUNHILLHOTEL.COM


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BY VIRAJ NAIKFOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

light of the tragic shootings thatranspired at the Emanuel AME Churchn Calhoun Street earlier this month,city of Charleston has been immersed inf. Although the events that took place one 17 were horrible, it’s great to know theerosity that the human spirit, as well asyounger generation, can provide.ne way in which islanders decided to givek is through an impromptu lemonade

nd started by a group of children fromIsle of Palms. The stand, thought up byher of two Rini Kosmos Hagerty, and run

marily by kids from the ages of 5 to 18, wasted with the help of parents and localshe community and has since received anpour of overwhelming support.any people, including denizens of theOf Palms community, have offered to

h in with donations of $5, $10, and even0 bills. The island's Harris Teeter alsowed its support of the cause with theation of 500 cookies.We’ve had everyone from bikers to policeers [make donations]” Hagerty said.’re so surprised at everyone’s generosity.”

he stand offers free lemonade andkies and operates on donations, withpercent of proceeds going towards the

ilies of the victims of the AME shooting.ust three days, the stand’s donationse risen to over $1,500. After the standes, nine separate checks—each writtenby the kids themselves—will be madeand brought out to the AME church toiven to the victims’ families.t’s a great way of giving back,” Kennedyt, a volunteer and senior at Wando Highool, said.he vast success of the lemonade stand isament to positive aspects that can result

in the light of such a terrible situation.A longtime resident of Isle of Palms, Rini’s

husband Henry regaled on how the standand the efforts of the community brings thework of multiple generations full circle.

“No matter what race [or] religion, this is

about mutual respect and the intentionalspirit of being able to move on. I was oneof the few who got to hear Martin LutherKing speak when he came to Charlestonand so to see this all these years later,possibly a real step forward, is a really coolcompletion of the circle," Hagerty said. "Thechildren really got so much out of it. It's agreat opportunity for my daughter and ourneighbors kids to be a part of history andpay it forward. I remember those days andthey were not good, so it's neat to see thedialogue continue."

See more photos at islandeyenews.com.

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Rini Kosmos Hagerty serves up a lemonade in support

of Mother Emanuel AME.

Drinks brought right to your car.

Another cool drink on its way.

PHOTOS BY STEVE ROSAMILIA


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Sunday evening, whileparticipating in theBridge to Peace event my

sister witnessed an act thatencapsulates Charleston’sreaction to the brutal EmanuelAME Church murders. While15,000 held hands in unityacross the Ravenel Bridge, aman stretched his hands towardheaven and declared at the top ofhis lungs, “This is how we riot inCharleston!”

This man personies whywe should be proud of howCharleston has dealt with thisunspeakable tragedy—as dothe victims’ families with theirstatements of forgiveness andcharity toward their loved ones’murderer. In human terms,the families’ responses areinexplicable. It is not until I reectupon the above quote by atheistturned Christian philosopher,C.S. Lewis, that it makes anysense at all.

Their response is a Christianresponse. It ows from thegospel’s message of sin separatingus from a holy God, Christpaying the penalty for these sins,and offering reconciliation withGod. Having been forgiven ofmuch empowers the forgiven toliberally forgive in kind.

When the debate leading upto the removal of the confederateag from the capitol dome in2000 erupted, I was one of onlytwo Republican members of theGeneral Assembly that supportedits removal. I did so for onesimple reason. It did not meet thecriterion ags must meet to yover a capitol. The timeless and

universal criterion for a ag to yatop a capitol is that it be the agof an existing government thathas jurisdiction over the people. Iwas captive to that logic. The agfailed the test, so I argued for itsremoval on these grounds.

My late father, GeorgeCampsen, Jr., was in the GeneralAssembly when the ag wasplaced over the dome in 1962. In2000 he organized over 90 percentof the surviving members of the1962 General Assembly, alongwith several former governors,to sign a petition he drafted. It

indicated they placed the ag overthe dome to commemorate thefour-year centennial of the CivilWar and had simply neglected toprovide a take down date. Theirintention was never to y the agindenitely. They petitioned theGeneral Assembly to remove theag from the dome, which it didlater that year.

Syndicated columnist GeorgeWill referred to these argumentsas “the Solomonic solution” tothe ag debate.

This history is relevant becauseit constituted common ground toremove the ag from the domein 2000. In light of Charleston’sreaction to the Emanuel AMEChurch shootings, I suggestcommon ground likewise existstoday for removal of the ag fromthe statehouse grounds.

The common ground of whichI speak transcends and is morepowerful than issues of race andheritage. It is yet another biblicalprinciple found in Romans 14:19,“pursue what makes for peaceand mutual upbuilding.”

The witness of Emanuel AMEChurch pursuing peace andmutual upbuilding demonstratesthat love is greater than hate.Congregants at St. Michaels, St.Philips, First Baptist and otherCharleston churches followedtheir lead when they literallyencircled the church Sundaymorning, bathing it in prayeras the Emanuel congregationcourageously refused to permitevil to keep them from worshiping.Sunday night the Charlestoncommunity demonstrated anoutpouring of unity when over15,000 held hands across theRavenel Bridge. The unknownman who declared, “This is howwe riot in Charleston,” and manyothers, followed suit.

In responding to this tragedylet us not focus upon whatoutsiders say. Let us focusupon us, the relationships in ourcommunities and state. Let us

follow the examples set beforeus. If the Confederate ag onour statehouse grounds upsetsa signicant number of citizens,let’s remove it in the name ofpeace and mutual upbuilding.Let’s do this as a reciprocal actof charity and grace extendedto the fallen, their families,and the congregants of myfriend and colleague, SenatorClementa Pinckney. Theyhave demonstrated inimitableforgiveness, charity and gracebefore God and a watchingworld. Both in life and in death

they have shown us how to love,forgive and pursue peace andmutual upbuilding. It is now ourturn to follow their example.

Senator Chip Campsenrepresents Charleston, Beaufortand Colleton Counties in theSouth Carolina Senate.

OP-ED

Remove Confederate agfrom statehouse grounds

BY SENATOR CHIP CAMPSEN

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

“To be a Christian means to forgive the inexcusable becauseGod has forgiven the inexcusable in you.”

~C.S. Lewis


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Delores Schweitzer, Cathy Burton, Melissa Darby, MarionWilkins, and Tommy Knisley ring tower bells at StellaMaris Catholic Church on Sunday, June 21, 2015 alongith churches throughout the Charleston area, to honor theassing of nine members of Mother Emmanuel A.M.E. Church.he bells were half-mufed to create a special funereal ringingne, and the members of Stella Maris remembered the victimsthe Charleston shooting on June 17 during weekend Masses

nd in a special novena prayer for the healing of the families andmmunity affected and the tragedy.

Island bells ring tohonor AME 9

PHOTO BY STEVE ROSAMILIA

Runners can get ready, getset, and get going to this year’s annual Isle of Palms

Beach Run, taking place on

Saturday, July 25.Located on the front beachdirectly behind the Windjammer(1008 Ocean Blvd.), there will beboth a 5K Run/Walk and a 10KRun. There will also be a seriesof Youth Fun Runs including a100 yard dash for children 4 andunder, a 1/2 mile race for kidsaged 5-8 years old, and a 1 milerace for ages 9-14.

The race starts at 8 a.m. withthe youth fun runs starting at9 a.m. Registration will open at7 a.m. the day of the race andcosts $35 for the 5K Run/Walkor 10K Run and $15 for the

Youth Fun Runs. All runners willbe timed, with the results of eachrace being posted at the Isle ofPalms Recreation Center.

Be quick to register and berewarded, as the rst 200 entrantsto register are guaranteed a freemoisture wicking t-shirt. Directlyfollowing the Youth Fun Runswill be an awards ceremony onthe Windjammer deck with prizesfor rst place winners includinggift certicates.

For more information on therace including information onhow to sign up, you can call 843- 886-8294 or visit racesonline.com as well as the Isle of PalmsRecreation Department, locatedat #24 28th Avenue.

PHOTO COURTESY IOP REC DEPARTMENT

Gotta run to this yearsIOP Beach Run

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“IF YOU SEE RED, WHITE, AND BLUE

PENNANTS FLYING OVER THOSE NESTS, YOU

WILL KNOW IT IS NOT A JULY 4 DISPLAY BUT

AN ATTEMPT AT SCARING COYOTES AWAY.”

We knew it was only amatter of time beforecoyotes began to prey on

the sea turtle nests on Sullivan’sand the Isle of Palms. But it wasstill very upsetting to discoveron the morning of June 22 thata nesting female loggerhead hadlaid a nest near Station 26 andthat a group of coyotes had dugit up and eaten the eggs. She laid120 eggs and apparently fnishedcovering them up and throwingsand around to hide the spot. Butwhen we arrived the next morningthere was a large hole and 96empty eggshells strewn around onthe beach near it. We dug up 24eggs that had not been destroyedand relocated this verysmall clutch to a smallprimary dune halfwaybetween Stations 26and 25. There weredistinct tracks from fourcoyotes that led backover the dunes and intothe accreted maritimeforest. Each one musthave eaten two dozen eggs—quitea large meal!

The South Carolina Departmentof Natural Resources newsletter

called “Loggerheadlines” whichwas published at the end of last year’s nesting season pointedout that coyotes preying on seaturtle nests had increased at anunbelievable rate just in the lastthree years. In 2011 less than adozen nests in SC were lost tothem. But in 2014 almost 200were destroyed by coyotes. Thistook place on seven differentnesting beaches including Kiawahand several islands on the coast inthe Georgetown area with scoresof nests being eaten by this newpredator.

I have heard that in some placescoyotes run up and down thebeach all night waiting for nestingturtles to come ashore. They waituntil they have laid their eggs anddig them up right then. This “frstnight predation” is practicallyimpossible to stop, and that iswhat happened the night of June22-23 at Station 26.

The next night a turtle tried tonest at Station 30 and then againat Station 28.5 but both timesit was only a false (non-nesting)crawl that we found. However,there appeared to be coyote trackson top of the tracks and circlingaround them. We will never knowif they disturbed her and causedher not to lay or if they just camealong after she had crawled backto the water after changing hermind and deciding not to nest.

What can we do about it? Atthe statewide permit holders’meeting at SCDNR at the endof the season, we discussedthis problem. Many things havebeen tried. Among them is using

plastic screening just under thesurface of the sand. This worksfor raccoons, but coyotes just digright through it to the eggs. Wire

cages over the nest don’t seem tostop them either. We have seenpictures of how coyotes dig underthe cages even if they are set deepinto the sand. The permit holderfrom Debordieu Beach said thatthe only thing that has workedfor them is to place pennantslike those used at used car lotson taller sticks around the nests. The sound of these snapping andapping in the wind on the beachdid scare them away.

So that is what we are going totry on our existing nests at Station25 and 26 as well as Nest #3

containing only 24 eggs halfwaybetween these two Stations. If yousee red, white, and blue pennantsying over those nests, you willknow it is not a July 4 displaybut an attempt at scaring coyotesaway. We are also placing 4 footsquare staked down mesh screensover the nests. Wish us luck!

PHOTOS BY BARBARA BERGWERF

Coyotes attackloggerhead nest

BY MARY PRINGLEFOR ISLAND EYE NEWS


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ouncilwoman Susan Middaugh couldn’t help but notice years of lively Sunday family gatherings at

the house down the block from her onen Drive. She also couldn’t help butce when things were quieter inneighborhood earlier this year.8, Rovena Jones Hazel, theof ten children born on

ivan’s Island of Allen Perryes and Maggie Pezantes, was not faring well.saddened Middaughearn from daughter-aw Judy Hazel thatena passed away onl 28, 2015.

Rovena was quietsweet, always

ng to chatsmile,” recalls

daugh. “I useddrive her to vote,

I knew somethingwrong when no one

wered the door back inuary. I thought it wouldice for the town to recognizefamily’s long history and

ena’s achievements. I ran it byO’Neil and Andy Benke, talkedher family, and roughed out the

s.”enke, town administrator and neighbor ofJones family since the 1950s, worked on wordingome up with “A Resolution to Recognize and Honor the Life of

ena Jones Hazel, a Cherished Citizen of the Town of Sullivan’snd,” which was presented to Town Council for approval on May2015. The resolution detailed a remarkable woman descended

m a remarkable family whose roots stretch back to the settlementullivan’s Island in the early 1800s.aughters Andrea Hazel and Rovena Owen, son Allen Perry Hazelwife Judy and daughter Maggie, and nieces Mildred Mikell and

herine Wells were present for the proclamation.t was so nice to be ofcially recognized by the Town,” Allen said.sister Andrea agreed, “I don’t think any family has received that

d of recognitionre.” All threedren said that theirher took great prideher family and itscy, and rightly so.

hen Vincent Pierre,son of a slave shipain, fell in loveBetsy, a beautiful

e from West Africa, he spirited her away to marry and settle onivan’s Island around 1809. While Betsy remained a slave, theirdren were born free. Betsy built a strong, self-sufcient family, keeping her sons and daughters close, lest they be mistaken fores quarantined on Sullivan’s Island. Six generations followed onsland, with the name changing from Pierre to Peter, and, throughriage, to Pezant and Jones.sgr. Lawrence McInerny of Stella Maris knew of the familywell-respected carpenters, engineers and dressmakers in themunity. He came to know Rovena in later years when he broughtcommunion.We spoke of island life, common history and island people,” he. “I think it’s great that Susan Middaugh thought to recognizee of Rovena’s generation born on the island. There are so few left,they have a lot of local culture to share.”ovena’s early life certainly hearkened to a different time. As ad, she helped with the family livestock, delivered milk to neighbors

a goat cart, and walked the family cow up to the Mound everyto graze. She attended Laing Elementary School in Mt. PleasantImmaculate Conception School in Charleston. She married

Walter Anthony Hazel, her high school sweetheart, and theylived downtown and raised a family of six children--

Andrea, Rovena, Walter Jr., Kevin, Anna Marie,and Allen Perry. When Allen went off toschool, Rovena took a job as a teacher’s

aide to help with expenses. To ensure opportunities forher children after she was

widowed in 1978, she begantaking distance education

courses to get a teachingdegree. In 1982, shereceived a BA from ShawUniversity and went onto teach at MemmingerSchool, St. Patrick’sCatholic School, andas a DevelopmentalMathematics adjunctinstructor at Trident

Technical College.Daughter Rovena

recalled her as a lovingmother and teacher, and

daughter Andrea added,“She was a strong woman

with a major emphasis on beingpositive. She always said, ‘If you’re

going to be negative, go outside.’”Son Allen remembered a different side,

“She was a very, very patient, family-oriented person.”

Never losing sight of the importance of family,Rovena returned to Sullivan’s Island in 1994 to care for

her two older brothers, John and Arthur, in the family home built by

her father in 1902. There, she provided a gathering place for Sundaydinners and impromptu family reunions. Relations from Mt. Pleasantto as far as New York, California and Washington State would drop inwithout warning and be welcomed.

Today, those reunions continue, and no doubt, the Peter-Pezant- Jones-Hazels will gather this Fourth of July to recall stories of thepast as they look to the future. They remain committed to Rovena Jones Hazel’s priorities.

“She cherished this island and strived to keep the family traditionsgoing,” says son Allen. “Even for those family members who neverlived here, it is still home.”

Honoring a remarkable lady and family D E S C E N D A N T S O F A S L A V E A N D A S L A V E S H I P C A P T A I N ' S S O N ,

R E F L E C T O N T H E I R F A M I L Y ' S S U L L I V A N ' S I S L A N D R O O T S

BY DELORES SCHWEITZERFOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

“SHE CHERISHED THIS ISLAND AND STRIVED

TO KEEP THE FAMILY TRADITIONS GOING.

EVEN FOR THOSE FAMILY MEMBERS WHO

NEVER LIVED HERE, IT IS STILL HOME.”~Allen Perry Hazel

Rovena with her youngest grandchild, Maggie Hazel, in 2007.

(inset picture) The Jones Family 1948: (Siblings left to right standing) Louise J.

Noisette, Rovena J. Hazel, John Jones, Eoline J. Mikell, Alfred Jones, Alma J.

Pleasent Vidal, Arthur Jones and Margaret J. Mikell. Missing from the photo are

Allen Pezant Jones and Mildred J. Lawrence.


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Seasons

Southof the Barbecued Beef Ribs

BY MARILYN MARKEL

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

Even if your ngers do get a bit sticky, bone-in ribs areeasy to make. Cook them low and slow and they’ll endup tender and glistening and sure to please any crowd.

And, ribs make perfect fare for a summertime family picnic, just don’t forget the napkins!

Ingredients • 1 rack of beef spareribs, about 4 pounds• Dry rub• 1 cup beef stock• 4 cloves garlic, minced• 2 – 3 Tbsp grapeseed or rice bran oil• Hot sauce, to taste• Barbecue sauce

Directions 1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Clean ribs and pat dry. Rub

with dry rub.2. Place in a baking dish, add the stock and cover tightly.

3. Place in the oven and bake for about 3 hours until forktender.4. Cut the ribs into single pieces. Heat an iron skillet over

medium high heat. Add grapeseed or rice bran oil. Searthe ribs on all side until nice and crispy.

5. Keep ribs warm in a 200-degree oven until ready to serve.Heat barbecue sauce and liberally brush on ribs.


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COMPUTER CORNER

you are a Windows user, you might have noticed the recent additionf a small icon on the lower left of your desktop on either Windows

or 8, it sort of looks like a ag or the Windows icon. If you click onwants you to sign up to "upgrade" to Windows 10 toward the end

uly as soon as it's available. Whoopee! Just want you want, right?ell not so fast… let's let that new super duper upgrade come out

a bit and see what kind of bugs it might have. The "downgrade"k to Windows 7/8 is touted as simple but rarely does it work outway. The upgrade will be free for a year so a couple of months will

make a difference and might save you some grief and money.ne other note about the upgrade from 7, for some unknown reasonll remove Solitaire, Minesweeper and Hearts. I don't know why bute you are, makes you wonder sometimes.have not given out Malware (the name used for all types of crap"infects" your computer) denitions in a while so let's start witht is the most commonly used term: a Virus. Although most sayterm to mean anything that infects their computer it is actuallyone type of malware.

Virus: A virus is a contagious program or code that attaches itselfnother piece of software, and then reproduces itself when thatware is run. Most often this is spread by sharing software or lesween computers.

Adware: The least dangerous and most lucrative Malware. Adwarelays ads on your computer.Spyware: Spyware is software that spies on you, tracking your

rnet activities in order to send advertising (Adware) back to yourem.Worm: A program that replicates itself and destroys data and les

he computer. Worms work to “eat” the system operating les anda les until the drive is empty.

Trojan: The most dangerous Malware. Trojans are written withpurpose of discovering your nancial information, taking overr computer’s system resources, and in larger systems creating anial-of-service attack."

Denial-of-service attack: an attempt to make a machine or network

urce unavailable to those attempting to reach it. Example: AOL,oo or your business network becoming unavailable.Rootkit: This one is likened to the burglar hiding in the attic,

ing to take from you while you are not home. It is the hardest of allware to detect and therefore to remove; many experts recommendpletely wiping your hard drive and reinstalling everything fromtch. It is designed to permit the other information gatheringware to get the identity information from your computer withoutrealizing anything is going on.Backdoors: Backdoors are much the same as Trojans or worms,pt that they open a “backdoor” onto a computer, providing

etwork connection for hackers or other Malware to enter or forses or spam to be sent.Keyloggers: Records everything you type on your PC in order to

n your log-in names, passwords, and other sensitive information,send it on to the source of the keylogging program. Many times

oggers are used by corporations and parents to acquire computerge information from employees and children.0. Rogue security software: This one deceives or misleads users.retends to be a good program to remove Malware infections, buthe while it is the Malware. Often it will turn off the real Anti-Virusware. The next image shows the typical screen for this Malwaregram, Antivirus 20101. Ransomware: If you see a screen that warns you that you haven locked out of your computer until you pay for your cybercrimes.r system is severely infected with a form of Malware calledsomware. It is not a real notication from the FBI, but, rather anction of the system itself. Even if you pay to unlock the system, theem is unlocked, but you are not free of it locking you out again.2. Browser Hijacker: When your homepage changes to look evenslightly different from usual, you may have been infected withform or another of a Browser Hijacker. This dangerous Malwareredirect your normal search activity and give you the results the

elopers want you to see. Its intention is to make money off yoursurng. Using this homepage and not removing the Malware lets

source developers capture your surng interests. This is especiallygerous when banking or shopping online. These homepages can

harmless, but in every case they allow other more infectiousware to infect your computer.

s always if you have questions or need help you can call or emailRent A Bob at 843.822.7794 or email at [email protected].

A Windows upgrade,and virus defnitions

BY BOB HOOPER

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

Though the summertime shift

into high temperatures has beenbrutal, it certainly hasn’t slowedthe shing down. Anglers tryingto catch a bite should try shingearly in the morning, where theycan nd sh blitzing bait on thesurface as well as calmer windsthat’ll allow them to see shupon the ats. Alternatively,the evening usually offers coolerweather as well as a chance tocatch tailing redsh on big oodtides.

Fishing for redsh has yieldedgreat results. Though the largeschools of redsh have now since

broken up, anglers can still ndpods of up to ten to twenty sh,mostly on the ats. Placing ascent trail in the water and aneasy meal in front of schoolsredsh is a tactic that normallyresults in success. Puttingcracked blue crab or live mulleton the bottom with enoughweight to hold it stationaryis recommended. A size 3/0combined with a heavy test lineworks as a great combination.

Trout shing also continuesto improve. Recently, a largenumber of midsize trout havebeen available for catching.Before this, there were only asmall number of big trout thatwere ready to breed. Fishingmud minnows on jigheads can bequite effective and also lets oneget his or her bait in front of troutinto deeper pockets. Using size1/8 jighwads is recommended.Anglers can use heavier jigheadsbut should make sure their sizeis not signicantly bigger thantheir bait.

Spanish mackerel are plentifuland can be best found in themorning. When nding groups ofsh busting bait on the surface,

be sure to throw reective

casting jigs and to reel each of

them quickly through the school.Also make sure when shing tomove your boat slowly aroundthe school; running througha pod of sh will just result inputting them down. Also, if youknow sh are present but not uptop near the surface, try trollingClark Spoons at various depthsand at different speeds.

The months of July andAugust will especially providea signicant amount of hightides towards the evening. Thisresults in some exciting angling,as shers can see the backs and

tails of redsh as they put theirnoses in the mud in the hunt forcrabs. These resulting tides areknown as “tailing tides.”

Sight casting to redsh aswell as the chance to eat them isthrilling. Though it oftentimes isa long process in stalking a shand positioning yourself for justthe right cast, nally landing thathard-earned redsh is in itself atruly rewarding experience.

Capt. Geoff Bennett operatesCharleston Charter Fishingproviding light tackle and yshing charters. Clients choosefrom a full menu of y rods,articial and live bait shingoptions with charters tailoredto their desires. USCG licensedand insured, Capt. Bennett iscommitted to providing a safeand enjoyable charter to anglersof all skill levels and ages.

For more information, callCapt. Bennett at 843.324.3332,visit his website at www.charlestoncharterfshing.com or email him at captain@ charlestoncharterfshing.com.

ON THE WATER

It's summertime and theredfsh are jumping

BY GEOFF BENNETT

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS


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T here’s a new pharmacy in town. Afterthree months of careful planning andrenovation, Delta Pharmacy & Medical

ply opened its doors to Isle of Palmslic. “We’re local. We’re not a chain,“ storeager and owner Willis High says. Located

Palm Boulevard, this shop is Delta’sh location in the greater Charleston areae High’s grandfather established themunity-oriented business in Monck’sner in 1935.

Offering convenient immunizations, over-the-counter and subscription services,compounding, daily deliveries, specialorders, and even pet medications, Deltaaccepts all insurances and guarantees thelowest prices.

“Sometimes people assume smaller meansmore expensive, but actually it’s cheaper,”High says. Furthermore, he adds that, forDelta, “People aren’t just a number; they’rea name. We know them, and we can getthem in and out in fve, ten minutes.”

The pharmacy’s staff takes pride inits growing connection with the islandcommunity. “This is really a neighborhood-friendly area. Just by being here for threeweeks, there are a few customers that I knowby face now, and, whenever they walk intothe store, I can call them by their name,”pharmacy technician Danielle Middletonsays.

Joe Gandy, the Pharmacist in Charge,

lives “just down the street” and loves servinghis neighbors as they come into the shop.With an automated phone line, Rx profle,cell phone apps, the Delta staff has paired“old time service” with “all the moderntechnology,” says High. With convenientdoor-front parking, the store operatesMondays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.,and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Delta opens new Isle of Palms locationBY SALLY DUNAWAY

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

PHOTOS BY STEVE ROSAMILLIA

Pharmacist Joe Gandy at the new Delta Pharmacy.Pharmacy on IOP.


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With the efforts of manybright students all overthe country sometimes

g unnoticed, it’s nice to seee of their hard work pay off.ole Walter, a student ater-Gaud High SchoolCharleston and a nativedent of Sullivan’s Island,been awarded the extremelytigious and merit-basedonal Security Languageative for Youth (NSLI-Y)olarship for the 2015-16

m. Using this scholarship,e will be studying Mandarinhina for the summer.he scholarship itself hasvery competitive selection

cess, as Cole is one of just 620ct students from across thewho will receive a scholarshipy abroad to study languagesging from Chinese, Hindi, andean to Persian, Russian, andkish. As such, the program isf very intensive.hilst in China, Cole willreceiving top-notch formalruction and informal languagectice in a highly immersivea with a minimum of 120rs spent in the classroom. Inition to this, his classroomning will be supplemented by

merous cultural customs andvities like cooking, paper-ing, as well as martial artsses.he NSLI-Y program founded in6, administered by Americanncils for Internationalcation and sponsored byU.S. Department of State,started in order to give high

ool students and recent gradschance to learn languagesaren’t as common in schoolsyear-long and summer

grams. Other primary goals ofprogram include increasing

amount of Americandents and citizens who can

communicate effectively withthe native speakers of criticallanguages as well as providingan incentive for students to learna language they may not alwaysget the chance to to.

The program is incrediblyrewarding, and gives students aunique chance to broaden theirhorizons Many students whoembark on the NSLI-Y programare thus able to spark life-longinterest in foreign languagesand different cultures, as well asdevelop the skills necessary toadvance international dialogueand cross-cultural opportunitiesin a variety of different sectors.

Applications for 2016-2017NSLI-Y programs are expected tobe available at nsliforyouth.orgin the early fall. For informationabout U.S. Department of State- sponsored exchange programsvisit exchanges.state.gov.

ullivan's teen receivesscholarship to China

BY VIRAJ NAIK

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

T his summer, foodies and tourists alike can celebrateas Wild Dunes Resort of Isle of Palms will be debutingbrand new menus featuring the taste of exotic

Lowcountry cuisine.

The Sea Island Grill & Bar is just one of the resort’s variousdining options and is a great spot for diners looking to enjoya casual meal with inventive cocktails like the Organic BasilCooler, Smoke and Spice Margarita with serrano-infusedMezcal or the Mojito with macerated blueberries. Loungerscan also enjoy scarng down a number of new delectablefoods such as the Smoked Salmon Sliders served withbenne seed mayo, Charleston Blue Crab Dip, and PimentoCheese coupled with kettle-cooked pork rinds.

The resort’s buffet-style restaurant, The Lettered Olive,will now serve new daily dinner buffet offerings rangingfrom fried chicken and prime ribs to a seafood feast ofsalmon, clams, mussels, fried cod, peel-and-eat shrimpand homemade crab cakes. Ranging from just $20-$30 perguest, the Olive’s dinner buffet comes complete with yourchoice of fresh salads, soups, breads, non-alcoholic drinks

and desserts.Anyone looking to whet their appetite or gulp down a

tasty beverage can also visit the Grand Pavilion Bar & Grill,another of the Wild Dunes’ restaurants. Golf fanatics canindulge in the offering of the grill’s new 19th Hole menu,featuring the Southern Cooler served with Flor de Canarum and white peach puree as well as the Back Bay BloodyMary with vine-ripened tomato puree.

For more info on Wild Dunes Resort or to make a reservation,call 843.886.2200 or visit wilddunes.com.

Wild Dunes Resortnew summer menus

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Writing Circle. Come, write and sharees. CCPL Poe Branch921 I’on Avenue. Call914 for additionalon.

ppyp.m. Through July 6.r puppy with the Isle ofcreation Center at 24Puppies will learn basics such as “sit,” “stay,”e.” Owners must provideHLPP and Kennel Coughon. To learn more, call294.

nior High0 p.m. Through July 6.r puppy with the Isle ofcreation Center at 24Class is for puppies whopleted the Kinderpuppyand is focused onogs work through

ns, come when called,er good manners. Toe, call 843.886.8294.

Twos. Join Mrs. Mac, songs and crafts.

d ages 24 - 36 months.h Library, 1921 I’onor more information,83.3914.

Team Trivia8 p.m. Test your tr ivial knowledgeeach Tuesday at Home Team BBQ.

Wednesdays

Cafe Medley Wine Tasting6 - 8 p.m., $5, $13 with cheeseplate. 2213 Middle St. MiddleStreet, Sullivan’s Island. Call843.793.4055.

Barn Jam6 – 10 p.m. The Awendaw GreenBarn. $5 at the door, all ageswelcome. Enjoy a night of diversemusic from around the globe onthe uniquely bohemian groundof the Sewee Outpost. Wood redpizza and fresh gr illed oysters(while in season) will be availableas well as libations. Visit www.facebook.com/awendawgreen.

Climb for a CauseEach Wednesday throughout thissummer, Wild Blue Ropes willdesignate a local charity to receive$5 from every Challenge Pass

ticket sold for that day. For moreinformation, or consideration of your local cause, please contact [email protected].

Thursdays

Mah Jongg Nights (adults)6 p.m. Poe’s Library hosts Mah Jongg. Learn to play AmericanMah Jongg. No experiencenecessary. 1921 I’on Avenue. Call843.883.3914.

Fridays

Party at the Point5:30 - 9:30 p.m. Charleston’spremier happy hour concertseries, Party at the Point, takesplace at the Charleston HarborResort and Marina on Patriot’sPoint and features a full cashbar, including draft specials. The Point Concert Series hasextended its schedule to includea show on Friday, July 3, due toa recent cancellation because ofweather. Dead 27s, originally setto perform on May 8, will now beperforming on July 3.

Moonlight Mixers7 - 11 p.m. July 24, Aug. 21and Sept. 18. Rain dates foreach event are the next night(Saturday). The Moonlight Mixerseries is back on the Folly BeachPier! On select Friday evenings,DJ Jim Bowers will keep your feetmoving with the hottest oldiesand beach music. All ages areinvited to celebrate the arrival of

summertime weather with someshagging on the Folly BeachFishing Pier. Tickets are $10 perperson ($8 for Charleston Countyresidents with advance ticketpurchase). For more information,call 843.795.4386 or visitCharlestonCountyParks.com.

Saturdays

Birdwatching for beginners andfamilies at the Center for Birdsof Prey8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., July 11and August 1. Join experiencedbirding guides for an introductorybird walk ideal for the novicebirder. After the walk, guestsare invited to join the regularmorning bird of prey tour a ndight demonstrations at noadditional cost. The Centerfor Birds of Prey is located onHighway 17 North, just 16 milesnorth of Charleston in Awendaw.For more information, visit www.thecenterforbirdsofprey.org, call843.971.7474.

Live Music at Home Team BBQEach event begins at 10 p.m. and

costs $5. For more information,visit w ww.hometeambbq.com orcall 843.883.3131.

ONGOINGBlackbeard's Cove100 Days of SummerDaily until September 7,10 - 12 a.m. At Blackbeard’sCove, 3255 Hwy. 17 N., MountPleasant. Starting on MemorialDay, Blackbeard’s Cove FamilyFun Park will host 100 Days ofSummer. The park will be openuntil midnight. Midnight MutinyPasses will be available from10pm – Midnight every night,which entitles pass-holders tounlimited Golf, Climbing Wall, Jump Land, and Go Cartsduring that time. Visit www.blackbeardscove.net.

2015 Summer Camps at theCrabpot PlayersSession 2: Acting Intensive Camp July 6 - 17, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Ages10 - 16. Two weeks of fast-pacedinstruction in all areas of theatreperformance. Campers willreview the basics and progresstowards developing precision inblocking and projection whilerehearsing monologues, scenes,and songs that will be performedat the conclusion of the camp.$200.Session 3: Musical TheatreCamp, July 20 - 31, 10 a.m. - 3p.m. Ages 9 - 16. The popularmusical theatre camp returnsfor 2015! Two weeks of fast-paced instruction in the areasof theatre, dance, and vocalperformance. Campers willhave the opportunity to performselected musical numbers at theconclusion of the camp. $320.

“You’re My Hero” Essay ContestSee story page 23.

DIY Crafts: Magical Masks(teens) Thursday July 2 – Tuesday, July 7. Unmask your summerreading spirit, and create a superdisguise. CCPL Poe BranchLibrary, 1921 I’on Avenue. 843-883-3914.

DIY Crafts: Beaded Bookmarks(teens) Thursday, July 9 – Tuesday, July 14 Decorate yoursummer reading selections withan ornate bookmark. CCPL PoeBranch Library, 1921 I’on Avenue.843-883-3914.

DIY Crafts: Hanging Mobiles(teens) Thursday, July 16 – Tuesday, July 21. Decoupage acolorful mobile from old CDs,magazines and trimmings. CCPLPoe Branch Library, 1921 I’onAvenue. 843-883-3914.

FRIDAY, JULY 3City Holiday - RecreationCenter is Closed

SATURDAY, JULY 4City Holiday - RecreationCenter is Closed

IOP Fireworks on Front BeachFireworks start after dark.No alcoholic beverages on thebeach. Individual reworks areprohibited.

Family Fun Run/Walk8 a.m. Meet at Wild Dunes' GrandPavilion at 8 a.m. for a run on thebeach! $25 per person, includingt-shirt Pre-registration required:843.886.7008

Sullivan's Island Golf Cart/Bicycle Parade8 a.m. Line up 8:20 a.m.Ceremony. Starts at SIElementary School. No pets,please.

Watermelon Eating Spectacularat Palm Cove11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Come enjoywaterslides and more on the lawnnext to Wild Dunes' Palm Covepool for $10! Watch or compete inthe watermelon eating contest at12 p.m.

18th-Century Artillery Programat the Powder Magazine1 - 4 p.m. Ar m yourself…withknowledge! The Powder Magazine

is offering an educationalprogram on one of our nation’smost historic days, the Fourthof July. This program on 18th-Century Artillery, which isincluded with regular admissionat the Powder Magazine on 79Cumberland Street. For moreinformation call 843.722.9350, oremail [email protected].

4th of July Cook-out5:30 - 7 p.m. & 7:30 - 9 p.m.Wild Dunes Village Plaza hostsan all American cookout. Dinnerincludes hamburgers, hot dogs,all appropriate condiments, BBQchicken, pulled pork, potato saladand more. Adults 21 and older,enjoy unlimited house wine andbeer during your seating for $17(purchased with dining package)or $20 (purchased independently).$40 for adults. $15 forchildren. Children 3 and undercomplimentary. Reservationsrequired: 843.886.2307

Music & Fireworks in the Park

6 p.m. music, 9 p.m. Fireworks,Stith Park, 2050 Middle Street,Sullivan's Island. No alcohol,coolers, or pets.

Uncle Sam Jam7 – 11 p.m. Mount Pleasant Pier.Celebrate the Fourth of July onthe pier! Dance to live classicoldies and beach music performedby Permanent Vacation. TheMount Pleasant Pier is anexcellent venue for viewingrework displays throughout theLowcountry. Beverages will beavailable for purchase. Ticketsare limited; advance purchase isrecommended as this event willsell out in advance. A registeredand paid chaperone is requiredfor participants ages 15 andunder. Photo ID required to gainentry into the event. Fee: $10/$8CCR Discount

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8Island and Beach Clean-up8 a.m. Come out and joinSullivan’s Island BusinessAssociation with their 3rd island

clean-up of the season. Sponsorsinclude Sealand Adventure Sportswho will be offering 10% off anyitem day of to all volunteers; Poe’s Tavern who will be providing bagsand gloves; Cafe Medley who willbe donating donut-hole mufnsand coffee; and P rimeTime Fitnesswho will be donating free day-passes for guest workouts. Bring your kids, friends, and golf cartsand help keep the island andbeaches clean.

JJ Grey & MofroCelebrated soulful ensemble JJGrey & Mofro will be performat The Windjammer on IOP insupport of their most recentalbum Ol’ Glory, released inFebruary via Provogue Records. The Wall Street Journal, NPR,USA Today, Garden & Gun andmany others have responded withpraise.

FRIDAY, JULY 10

Recipe for a Hero Puppet Show10:30 a.m. Enjoy a funny, action-packed take on beloved tales bythe Otranto Puppet Players. CCPLPoe Branch Library, 1921 I’onAvenue. 843-883-3914.

SATURDAY, JULY 11PLAY: STAR Therapy Dogs10:30 a.m. Share books with afurry friend. CCPL Poe Branch

Library, 1921 I’on Avenue. 843-883-3914.

Monday, July 13Creating Digital Movies (adults)12 p.m. Capture your familymemories on video using free appsand websites. CCPL Poe BranchLibrary, 1921 I’on Avenue. 843-883-3914.

THURSDAY, JULY 16Thursday Night Boogie6 – 10 p.m. Mount PleasantPier. The Mount Pleasant Pierwill be rockin' with the soundsof DJ Jim Bowers as he playsa variety of line dancing hits,unforgettable oldies, and beachmusic classics! For ages 21and up; a photo ID is requiredto gain entry into the event.Beverages, food, and snacks willbe available for purchase. Ticketsare limited; advance purchase isrecommended. Fee: $10/$8 CCRDiscount/$10 on-site (if available)

FRIDAY, JULY 17Natalie Daise PresentsComeyah Tales10:30 a.m. Delight in stories andsongs about South Carolina withthis Gullah Gullah Island star.CCPL Poe Branch Library, 1921I’on Avenue. 843.883.3914.


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Banana CabanaA casual menu suits its beachfrontsetting. Nibbles like peel and eatshrimp and nachos alongsideheartier platters of seafood. $-$$(843) 886-4361www.thebananacabana.com1130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

Beard Cat’sGelato made from locally sourcedingredients, and coffee shop thatsits below Obstinate Daughter. $416-5020

www.beardcatsweetshop.com2063 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Ben & Jerry’sEnjoy an array of ice cream avors,from Chocolate Therapy, to PeachCobbler on Isle of Palms’ OceanBoulevard. $886-6314www.benandjerrys.com1009 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

The BoathouseFresh, local seafood, andphenomenal sunset views from theupper deck on Breach Inlet. $$-$$$843.886.8000www.boathouserestaurants.com101 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Café MedleyStart your day, or end it with a well-rounded café, serving breakfast,lunch, and a glass of wine in theevening. $793-4055www.cafemedley.com2213 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Coconut Joe’s & Island Joe’sCoffeeSpectacular views of the Atlantic onthe rooftop bar and live music everynight during the summer. $-$$.Island Joe’s next door featuringcoffee and ice cream. $886-0046www.coconutjoes.biz1120 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

The DinghyLaid back Key West Vibe, greatfood options, unique beers ontap, spacious side porch, and livemusic. $-$$242-8310www.dinghyiop.com8 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms

Dunleavy’s Irish Pub The islands’ only Irish Pub. Famousburgers, Irish fare, favorite localshangout for over 20 years. $$883-9646www.dunleavysonsullivans.com2213 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

High ThymeA small island bistro, with a widerange of dishes, from seafood, tapason Tuesday, and a Sunday brunch.$$-$$$883-3536www.highthymecuisine.com2213 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Home Team BBQNot limited to barbeque, this casualeatery also serves salads, wraps,tacos, and quesadillas, SundayBrunch. $$883-3131www.teamteambbq.com2209 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Island Ice Frozen YogurtAll organic frozen yogurt, withgluten free and vegan options.

Toppings are all natural or organic.Local coffee and teas. $885-7079www.islandiceyogurt.com1515 C Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Long Island CaféCome in for lunch, dinner, orSunday brunch and enjoy all yourfavorite seafood, plus so much moreat this island favorite. $$-$$$886-8809www.longislandcafesc.com1515-A Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Morgan Creek GrillRelax with a front row seat onthe Intracoastal Waterway whileenjoying fresh seafood andsouthern hospitality. $$886-8980www.morgancreekgrill.com1515-A Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Obstinate Daughter

Restaurant serving contemporarySouthern cuisine, pizza & pastain a rustic, coastal-inspiredspace.$$-$$$416-5020www.theobstinatedaughter.com2063 Middle St, Isle of Palms

Pizza HutNow serving Isle of Palms in theHarris Teeter shopping center.Deliver right to your door or getcarryout. $886-5759www.order.pizzahut.com1515 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Poe’s TavernFamous for their gourmet burgersand chicken sandwiches, this Poe-inspired eatery also features greatdeals on fresh sh tacos. $$883-0083www.longislandcafesc.com2210 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

SALT at Station 22Enjoy a fun atmosphere with freshseafood and southern favorites, anda fresh, local raw bar. $$-$$$883-3355www.saltstation22.com2205 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Saltworks Dockside DeliLocated inside the Isle of PalmsMarina Market, come enjoybreakfast, smoothies, andsandwiches.. $-$$883-3355www.saltworkscc.com50 41st Ave, Isle of Palms

Sullivan’sGrab a casual dinner of friedounder or crab cakes in a cozyatmosphere as well as lunch on theweekends. $$883-3222www.saltstation22.com2019 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Taco MamacitaEnjoy made from scratch ‘TexMex’ soups, salads, tacos, andenchiladas, and quench yourthirst with one of several specialtymargaritas. $$789-4107www.tacomamacita.com2213-B Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

WindjammerLively spot with a bar menu, a deckoverlooking the water, and beachvolleyball court out back.$-$$886-8596www.the-windjammer.com1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

Charleston Harbor Fish HouseStylish area-sourced seafood spotin Charleston Harbor Resort &

Marina, with a deck & rooftop bar.$$-$$284-7070www.charlestonharborshhouse.com32 Patriots Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant

Cinebarre TheaterMultiplex with rst-run lms, lightmeals, beer & wine, plus indieshorts by local lmmakers. $$216-2690www.cinebarre.com963 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt.Pleasant

Coleman Public HouseLocated on Coleman Blvd featuringrotating craft brews on tap, plusburgers, famous trufe fries,

atbreads & inventive pub grub. $$416-8833www.colemanpublichouse.com427 W Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant

Eggs Up GrillRelaxed chain serving a menu ofbreakfast, burgers & sandwiches ina colorful setting. $-$$388-3654

www.eggsupgrill.com2664 Highway 17 North, Mt.Pleasant

Jack’s Cosmic DogsKitschy space-themed spot servinghot dogs topped with creativecondiments, plus sides & ice cream.$-$$884-7677www. jackscosmicdogs.com2805 N Hwy 17, Mt. Pleasant

The ShelterBrunch, burgers & draft beers ina dog-friendly hangout with anoutdoors deck, live music, andsports.$$388-3625www.theshelterkitchenandbar.com202 Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant

Southerly Restaurant & Patio

Open for breakfast, lunch, anddinner, and weekend brunch.Boasts a fresh, seasonal menuof contemporary cuisine with aSouthern air. $$416-3965www.southernseason.com730 Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant

Stack’s Coastal Kitchen Join us for lunch, where we offer

fresh soup, salads, and sandwiches.Enjoy dinner in a casual bistro-stylesetting, nice selection and outdoor

seating. $$388-6968www.stackscoastalkitchen.com1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt.Pleasant

The Wine BarWine, unique variety of 40 +cheeses and charcuterie meats fromaround the world., chocolate, bon-bons. $$849-5185www.thewinebarmtp.com664 Long Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant

The Wreck of the Richardand CharleneLowcountry seafood dining on ShemCreek in the historic Old Village ofMount Pleasant, S.C. Serving 5:30-

8:30 pm daily, and until 9:30 Fri.and Sat. $$-$$$884-0052www.wreckrc.com106 Haddrell St.Mt. Pleasant.

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Hurricanes, storms etc., are NOT included in thepredictions. Tidal current direction changes and tide timepredictions can be very different. Tide predictions arePREDICTIONS; they can be wrong so use common sense.

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FINANCIAL FOCUS213, 2015

T he concept of “retirement” has changed dramatically in recentdecades. Today’s retirees are traveling, volunteering, pursuingtheir hobbies—and even working for money. In fact, as a retiree,

can essentially do anything you want, as long as your healthnances permit it. Through exercise, proper diet and avoidancead habits, you can do a lot to stay physically healthy. And byrly identifying your retirement goals andmating their nancial impact, you’ll know

to stay “nancially healthy” throughoutr retirement years.o, what are your retirement goals? Here aree of the more common ones:Travel. Many people can’t wait to seethe world once they retire. If you’re oneof these eager travelers, you’ve got more choices than ever.Programs such as Road Scholar (formerly known as Elderhostel)provide educational travel programs to virtually every area onthe planet. And, of course, you are free to journey on your own.But however you decide to hit the road, you’d better bring yourwallet—because travel is expensive. One way of dealing withthese costs is to place a certain amount of money each year in a

liquid account that offers signicant protection of principal. Setaside enough money to cover all your travels for a year, and whenit’s exhausted, you’ll know it’s time to stay home for a while.

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Rent or buy a second home. During retirement, many peoplelike to spend a few months each year in a more pleasant climateor in a location nearer their grown children. If you are consideringa second home, you’ll need to decide whether you want to rent orbuy. You’ll nd considerable differences from a nancial point ofview, so you’ll want to think carefully about your choice.

• Pursue your hobbies. While you wereworking, you might have wished that youhad more freedom to pursue your hobbies.Once you retire, though, you’ll probablyhave a lot more time to do what you like,whether that’s driving your classic car,painting landscapes, golng, shing,building furniture—whatever. Be aware,

however, that some people do get over-exuberant and spendmore money on their hobbies than they can really afford. So havefun with your pursuits, but set a budget—and stick to it.

• Get back to work. Upon your formal retirement, you may decideto do some consulting or open a small business. Any wages youreceive can greatly improve your retirement income picture.For example, the more money you earn, the less you’ll have to

take out each year from your 401(k), IRA and other retirementplans. (You will have to take at least minimum withdrawals fromsome of these accounts.) Plus, if you make enough money, youmay be able to postpone Social Security for a few years, therebyincreasing your monthly payments when you eventually starttaking them.

As you can see, your retirement goals will be closely tied to yournances. So think carefully about what you’d like to do when youretire—and connect these objectives to the money you’ll spend andthe money you may earn. By being aware of both your dreams and your “bottom line,” you should be able to enjoy the retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your localEdward Jones Financial Advisor.

Know the impact of retirement goals on your nancesBY DIMI MATOUCHEV

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

“BY BEING AWARE OF BOTH YOUR DREAMS AND YOUR

“BOTTOM LINE,” YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO ENJOY THE

RETIREMENT LIFESTYLE YOU’VE ENVISIONED..”


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While genetics, headinjuries, illnesses, andaging can all cause

ring loss, noise damage is the

ing culprit. Although noise-uced hearing loss (NIHL)ches all corners of the U.S.ulation, of the 23 percent oflts who already have somering loss, 60 percent are men.y? Men often have noisier jobstend to have louder hobbies

n women (think power toolsengines).

As we have made machineselectronic devices more

erful, the potential to causemanent damage has grownmendously," said Dr. Michael

ard, Professor at the Schoolehavioral and Brain SciencesThe University of Texas atas. According to research byard and colleagues, prolongedosure to loud noise alsors how the brain processesech, potentially increasingdifculty in distinguishing

ech sounds.nside the ear are small,

delicate hairs that help conductthe noise that constitutes a largepart of your hearing. Injury tothese hair cells comes fromexposure — sudden or prolonged — to loud noises. Once damaged,the hair cells do not grow back,leading to NIHL. Noise-induced

hearing loss often occursgradually, and sufferers don’trealize it’s happening until a few years down the road.

As a simple test to tell if yourhearing has already been affected,think about how your ears reactto situations with loud noise. Ifthere is pain, a feeling of having your ears temporarily blocked,the need to shout in order to beheard, or a temporary buzzingor ringing, chances are you haveexperienced some damage to your hearing and should consultan audiologist.

If you have not experiencedloss, help keep your hearing atoptimal levels and prevent NIHL

with these tips:Don’t max out the volume.When listening to music on

your headphones, keep yourdevice below 80 percent of itsmaximum volume. If you listenon an iPhone, you can set asystem-wide volume limit. ForAndroid listeners, there are appsavailable that can restrict volumelevels.

Take listening breaks.Longer periods of noise

exposure cause your hearing todeteriorate faster. Step outside

at concerts or clubs when they’replaying a song you don’t like,and limit earbud sessions to 90minutes or less.Step away from the source.

Earplugs and other devicesare the most effective way toprotect your hearing in loudenvironments, such as concerts,clubs or while working in noisysituations. If you just can’t bring yourself to pop them in whileout in public, position yourselftowards the back of the venueand away from the source of

noise.Employing preventivemeasures and correcting hearingloss with hearing aids and otherlistening devices can go a longway towards optimal hearinghealth and overall well-being.

For more information abouthealthy hearing, or to schedulean exam, contact Daniel IslandHearing Center at 843.971.4199.

Listen up, gentlemen!H E A R I N G L O S S M O R E P R E V A L E N T I N M E N , B U T S O L U T I O N S W O R K F O R A L L

BY DR. JENNIFER ESSEFOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

Dr. Jennifer Esse.


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Attention, young adults in grades 6-12! We arelooking for some local heroes, and you can be a partof the search! Think of a coach, teacher, relative or

end who inspires you. Play investigative journalist andterview your hero. Be sure to ask probing questions

ke:• Who were your childhood heroes?• Who do you admire as an adult?• Of what accomplishments are you most proud?• What is your profession and how did you choose it?• What are your hopes and goals?• What life advice would you offer me?• As a child, what was your dream job?

• What would you like most for people to rememberabout you?• If you were a superhero, what would your

superpower be?

Create an essay (500 words maximum), telling us whyur hero is amazing and what they mean to you. Submit“Who’s Your Hero?” essay to the Poe Branch Library

o later than, Friday, July 31, 2015. The contest winnerceives a $25 gift card for Towne Center and essay

ublication in The Island Eye News. For more details,op by the library at 1921 Ion Avenue, Sullivan’s Island,email [email protected].

Unmask your heroat Poes Library

L I B R A R Y L A U N C H E S E S S A Y

C O N T E S T , W I N N E R P U B L I S H E D I N

T H I S N E W S P A P E R

BY DELORES SCHWEITZERFOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

T he Beachlover's Bookclub willbe discussing 'The Housemaid’sDaughter,' Saturday July 18,

10:30 a.m. at the Edgar Allan PoeBranch Library. If you have anyquestions about the club [email protected].

Barbara Mutch's stunning rstnovel tells a story of love and dutycolliding on the arid plains ofApartheid-era South Africa. WhenCathleen Harrington leaves herhome in Ireland in 1919 to travelto South Africa, she knows thatshe does not love the man she isto marry there—her ancé Edward,whom she has not seen for ve years. Isolated and estranged ina small town in the harsh Karoodesert, her only real companionsare her diary and her housemaid,and later the housemaid's daughter,Ada. When Ada is born, Cathleenrecognizes in her someone she canlove and respond to in a way that shecannot with her own family. Under

Cathleen’s tutelage, Ada growsinto an accomplished pianist anda reader who cannot resist turningthe pages of the diary, discoveringthe secrets Cathleen sought to hide.As they grow closer, Ada sees newpossibilities in front of her—a newhorizon. But in one night, everythingchanges, and Cathleen comes homefrom a trip to nd that Ada hasdis

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