Island Eye News - March 25, 2016

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Drilling continues on page 11 Front Beach Fest continues on page 3

Atlantic savedrom offshore

oil drillingBY JENNIFER TUOHY

ISLAND EYE NEWS EDITOR

On March 15, 2016 the Obamaadministration reversed itsdecision to end a 30 year ban

drilling for oil off the southeasternntic coast. A draft proposal releasedthe Bureau of Ocean and Energy

nagement in January 2015 included an for a ve-year lease starting in 2017beginning 50 miles off the coast frominia to Georgia.chorus of disapproval from coastalmunity leaders, led by Isle of PalmsSullivan’s Island, appears to have

rridden a push by state leaders,

uding Gov. Nikki Haley, to open thentic to offshore drilling and the useeismic airguns to explore for oil andural gas. According to a report inNew York Times, over 106 coastals and towns signed resolutionsng President Obama to shut down

ns for new drilling. Additionally, theartment of the Interior received moren a million comments on the draftposal.We heard from many corners that nowot the time to offer oil and gas leasinghe Atlantic coast,” Interior Secretaryy Jewell said in a statement on MarchHowever, the new proposal, released

same day, still includes plans fordrilling in the Arctic and the Gulf ofico.report by Bloomberg cites market andronmental concerns for the reversal,ng the decision was also based onicts with competing commercial

military ocean uses. Democraticsidential candidate Hillary Clintonressed her support for the reversal,ding this message on Twitter:Relieved Atlantic drilling is now off thee. Time to do the next right thing and

P H O T O S B Y S T E V E R O S A M I L I A

BY JOE STUBEL

ISLAND EYE NEWS STAFF WRITER

T he weather cooperated, the crowds were large andlively and the mood was festive as the 3rd annualFront Beach Fest took place on Ocean Ave. Saturday

afternoon March 5, 2016. The event stretched fromPavilion Avenue down to the Windjammer where a stagewas set up for the musical events, including the ‘Cavaliers’(a last minute replacement for Blackwater Rhythm and

Councilmember Barb Bergwerf.

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r Island Neighbors,

PY SPRING, READY OR NOT!ith the early onset of warmther this year, we didn’t needoundhog to tell us that Beachson will start early! Thiser weekend will likely give useview of the summer.he Town has presented to theDepartment of Transportationproposal for limiting parkinghe Island to only one side ofh street. The intent is not top our mainland neighbors visiting the Island and itshes, but to ensure that wemaintain our responsibilitiesensure public safety. Forthing, we need to be sureemergency vehicles can get

ugh all of our streets on callsre seconds are a matter ofand death. (And that is not

erbole…we have exampleshis critical difference on thend every year!)he navigability of ourets is only one aspect of anarching issue: How many

ple on the Island can wesafe at any one time? The

ounding regional populationgrowing rapidly…but theloped portion of our Island is

a constant. Our Island residentpopulation is less than 2,000,but on a peak weekend currentlythe total daytime population canswell to more than 6,000 people.We have obligations to providebeach and water rescues, dealwith interpersonal conicts andaccidents of all kinds, preventdrunk driving and intervene inoccasional other crimes…all ofwhich increase exponentiallywith growing numbers of peoplewithin a xed space!

Our visitors are here becausethey like the same things thatdrew us here, and our beachesand marsh and streets are allopen to the public, as they shouldbe.

But there is a limit to thenumber of people our police andre and rescue personnel canprotect with the stafng levels we

can support. So we have crafteda parking plan that will notnecessarily reduce the currentnumber of day visitors, but thatwe hope will keep the numberfrom growing beyond our meansof keeping everyone safe!

Please let me know what youthink about our plan, and anyideas you have for addressingour happy challenges of living in

a wildly popular place!ST. PATRICK’S DAY REPORT

Our family-focused Paddy inthe Park event on the morningof Saturday, March 12 was by allreports a smashing success! Wehad a park full o’ Irish-for-a–Day,and the pirate magician was aspecial hit with kids of all ages. Thanks to all who contributedto this event, including ourCouncil’s Recreation Committee(Sarah Church, Susan Middaugh,Rita Langley), Larry Middaughand Town Staff.

The events later in the dayinvolving the commercial districtwere also very successful andpeaceful. There was a great deal offamily-oriented activity especiallyon Station 22 ½, well-behavedfolks elsewhere, and our greatpolice force and re and rescuesquad, with the cooperation

and support of our hospitalitybusinesses, were able to ensurefun without problems. Thanksvery much, everyone!FIRST FARMERS' MARKET

Our inaugural Island Farmers’Market season opens Thursday,April 7. It will be held every Thursday from then through June 30, from 2:30 p.m. till 7p.m, near the Poe Library (and

Sullivan’s Island ElementarySchool and Battery Gadsden).Recreation Committee ChairSarah Church reports: “Planningis in full swing. We had 60applicants for vendor space. Itwas a difcult task to choose.”

That’s a great problem to have.Let’s all support this great newway to promote healthier eatingand Island community!NO! TO OFFSHORE DRILLING

It was a great relief to learnthe day before this columnwas written that the federalgovernment had reversed itsearlier decision to permit offshore

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Recognizing the need for overdueupgrades at the Isle of PalmsMarina, the City of Isle of Palms

has contracted Applied Technology andManagement, a worldwide coastal andmarine engineering and developmentcompany, with a substantial localpresence, to create a Master Plan for itsre-development.

Encompassing an examination ofexisting conditions at the site, an analysisof local boating and population trends,and cursory nancials, the Master Planalso contains two conceptual proposalsfor the marina. Both set out to serve theinterests of island residents rst andforemost.

A pedestrian-friendly waterfrontwith a promenade and “town dock,” adistinct launch for kayaks and SUPs,and upgrades to the existing boat ramp,oating docks and gangways are featuresrecommended in both plans. The maindifference between the two is that PlanA contains provisions for a drystack(boat storage), while Plan B does not, asdetailed in an Island Eye News reportpublished March 11, 2016.

The proposed drystack would containslots for minimally 151 boats, and

surface parking for 41 trailers. Fifty-ve cars can park beneath the stack,with total on-site parking for 200 cars.Additionally, 20-25 golf cart spaces areprovided, as well as ample parking forbicycles. This plan encourages the useof alternatives to cars.

Plan B provides parking for 60 trailers,and 187 cars. Golf cart and bike parkingare similar to Plan A. Sans-stack alsoallows an unspecied amount of uplandexible space, to be used for long-termboat and trailer storage.

Islanders who live in close proximityto the marina have expressed objectionsto Plan A, voicing concerns with regardto neighborhood sprawl, increasedtrafc and noise. While Cathy Smithof Intracoastal Court understands“growing business,” she states, “not tothe detriment of the neighborhood.” RayDay, whose house sits closest to themarina, agrees.

Acknowledging these concerns, theintention is to reserve the use of thedrystack for island residents only.Demand will transform this intentioninto reality, and, in doing so, thedrystack should actually reduce trafc,as, for example, Billy Boat-Owner will

not have to drive from his home in WildDunes to get his boat in Mt. Pleasant,rumble back to the marina with boatin tow, and then back and forth againwhen day is done. Parking for only 41trailers, as opposed to 60, will furtherreduce trafc.

As proposed, parking is self-containedon site; parking would be prohibited onboth 41st and Waterway.

Objections to noise from a forklift maybe overcome with the use of “silent,”propane-generated forklifts, similar tothose used at Lowe’s. In addressing thepotential ‘unsightliness’ of a drystack,even the stack’s opponents agree, themarina is “past due,” and “must beimproved.”

The height of the proposed drystackfalls within existing city codes, accordingto Isle of Palms’ Douglas Kerr, Directorof the Building Department. ATMpointed to a dedicated community-use,90 rack drystack at Palmetto Bluff inBluffton, SC, which used a combinationof landscaping and shielding from other,existing buildings to tastefully integratea three-sided drystack into the site.

Preliminary nancials show the costto build the drystack to be around $2.5

million; bringing the approximate totalcost for Plan A to $7.05 million. Plan Bprojects to cost around $4.36 million; adifference of $2.69 million.

However, private funding for thedrystack is being strongly considered.Should this come to fruition, theadditional cost to the city, for an assetwhich will ultimately be theirs, isapproximately $190,000. The city’s cashow for both plans is positive, with agood “debt-coverage” ratio; however,that ratio is better with Plan A. While themarina was never intended “as a revenuestream,” observes Stuart Coleman of LiveOaks Court, it must be self-sustaining.

Given the increasing trend of boatownership, (12 percent regionally from2013-2015; 11 percent specically inCharleston County), coupled with privatedry-stack funding, it may be “short-sighted to disregard this opportunity,”stated one proponent of Plan A.

The Isle of Palms Marina is the deningasset for the city. Regardless of thedrystack outcome, all island residentsare sure to benet from the uplift thiscrown jewel is about to receive.

If you build it, will they come?D R Y S T A C K B O A T D O C K B E I N G C O N S I D E R F O R I O P C I T Y M A R I N A

BY MIMI WOOD

ISLAND EYE NEWS STAFF WRITER

drystack dock similar to the one being proposed for IOP marina.


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Hop down to the Isle of Palms Recreation Center for the AnnualEaster Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 26 at 10 a.m. sharp. This free event is located at #24 28th Avenue. Children ages

12 and under are invited to the recreation grounds to hunt forEaster Eggs and visit the Easter Bunny.

After hunting for eggs enjoy Easter candy, jump castles, snocones, cotton candy and much more. Four different age divisionswill be set up for children during the hunt. In the event of inclementweather, all festivities will be moved to the gym in the RecreationCenter. For more information please contact Andy Sinwald at843.886.8294 or visit www.iop.net.

PHOTOS COURTESY IOP REC. DEPT.

On your marks,get set, hunt!

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Jelena Jankovic, the 2007Family Circle Cup champion,Sabine Lisicki, the 2009

mily Circle Cup championSamantha Stosur, the 2010

mily Circle Cup champion, willreturn to Charleston for theugural Volvo Car Open, April

10, 2016, on Daniel Island.three former champions joinw champs Venus Williams

04), Andrea Petkovic (2014)Angelique Kerber (2015)

the world-class player eldming for the 2016 tournament.As former champions of ourrnament, Jelena, Sam andine have acquired a large

following in Charleston,”Eleanor Adams, Volvo Car

n Tournament Manger.mbined, this year will markournaments in Charleston fore three talented ladies. We are

ucky!”ankovic, currently rankedld No. 19, has won 15 WTAles titles. The former World1 has made twelve previousearances in Charleston, andds a 21-10 win/loss.

love playing tennis inrleston and on the green

clay,” said Jankovic. “I won itthere in 2007, was a nalist andnow I’m ready to win again! I’malso excited to host the Lisette LMontreal Ladies Day lunch with

my mom, Snezana, on Tuesday,April 5.”World No. 27, Stosur has made

nine previous appearances inCharleston and holds a 13-8 win/loss record. The former US Openchampion nished the season inthe top 30 for the seventh year ina row.

“It’s no secret that I enjoyvisiting and playing tennis inCharleston,” said Stosur. “I havedeveloped great relationships withthe tournament staff and fansover the years. I’ve already bookedreservations at a number of myfavorite Charleston restaurants,and a few new ones, too!”

Lisicki has made ve previousappearances in Charleston. TheWorld No. 32 was a nalist atWimbledon in 2013.

“I’ll always think fondly ofplaying in Charleston since it’swhere I won my rst WTA title,”said Lisicki. “I enjoy coming backeach year, seeing the fans andexploring the city.”

Young Stars Added to LineupSloane Stephens and Eugenie

Bouchard have committed to play, joining Angelique Kerber, VenusWilliams, Belinda Bencic, Lucie

Safarova, Madison Keys, AndreaPetkovic and more in the playereld forming for the WTA premiertournament.

The 22-year-old Stephens and21-year-old Bouchard have bothplayed in Charleston before. This year will mark Stephens’sixth appearance in the eld andBouchard’s fourth.

“Sloane and Genie are the nextgeneration of tennis stars—two young players to watch,” saidAdams. “Our fans have watchedthem compete in Charleston andhave been rooting them on sincetheir teenage years. You can beassured these talented ladies willhave successful careers for many years to come.”

“I love playing on clay, it’s myfavorite surface,” said Stephens.“I’m excited to kick-off the claycourt season in Charleston againthis year at the Volvo Car Open.”

Bouchard made thequarternals of the Family CircleCup in 2013 and the seminals in

2014.“I’ve had great tournaments in

Charleston,” said Bouchard. “Ireally love playing in this city. Thefans, the food, the tennis – it’s all

amazing. I’m looking forward tobeing there again.”

For tickets, call 800.677.2293 orvisit www.volvocaropen.com.

KIDS GO FREE

The Volvo Car Open haspartnered with SunTrust tooffer juniors, 15 and under,free admission all week intothe Volvo Car Open. As anadded bonus, every junior whoreceives complimentary ticketsto attend the tournamentis eligible for a free clinicwith MWTennis Academy,an instructional tennisorganization based out of theFamily Circle Tennis Center.Complimentary junior ticketscan be redeemed via www.VolvoCarOpen.com, by calling800.677.2293 or via the BoxOfce, located at 161 SevenFarms Drive Charleston, SC29492.

3 past champs return to Volvo Cars OpenJ A N K O V I C , L I S I C K I , S T O S U R E N T E R T H E C H A R L E S T O N W T A T O U R N A M E N T

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T he new Sullivan's Islandboys basketball teamachieved an impressive 9-3

ular season record playingin the competitive Tridentketball Association in 2015-

hile not ofcially connectedSullivan's Island Elementaryool, the team was made up15 fourth- and fth-grades from the school, all selectedugh tryouts in October.ers included: Lucas Browder,

Brown, Lucas Castillo,se Edens, Mac Hassell, Grayand, John Daniel King, Isaiahlam, George McLaughlin,ard Reidenbach, Jake Rook,n Silver, Tyson Smith, Cooperwden and Joey Virgilio.t was a pleasure to coache young men," said CoachSmith, a Sullivan's Island

mentary School dad whoted the team. "Each one of thes worked hard, made gainsugh the season and learnedupport the team."ellow dads Joe Virgilio andie Edens served as assistanthes along with Wando Highool junior Kenny Lindsey.ullivan's Island Baptistrch responded to the call for

nsors and played a pivotalin the team's success by

iding new uniforms andwing the boys to practicee a week after school in the

church's 3/4 gymnasium. Gymspace can be difcult to comeby, and while the boys startedoff with an additional weeklypractice at the old Laing MiddleSchool gym, the team lost its spotthere during the second half ofthe season, making their practicetime in the church gym evenmore important.

"The boys would run togetherto the church gym from Sullivan'sIsland Elementary School onWednesdays and Fridays," CoachSmith said. "It was incrediblyconvenient and gave us the extrapractice time that we needed tostep up our game. On top of that,

the church hosted an end-of-theseason cookout for us that was ablast."

The Rev. Steve Little saidSullivan's Island Baptist Churchwas glad to be involved. "We were just blessed to have this asset forthe kids. Getting to know themand their families was an addedbonus."

The boys started off 2-2 ina preseason tournament heldin November at Fort JohnsonMiddle School. From Decemberto February, the Islanders played

teams of fourth- and fth-gradersfrom schools throughout theCharleston area.

The boys ended the regularseason with a double-overtimevictory against Charleston Day,which led them to a three-waytie for rst place in the division. They also secured a spot in thepost-season playoff, where theylost to a team from PinckneyElementary School.

While this is the rst seasonfor a Sullivan's Island boysbasketball team in the TridentBasketball Association, the teamis expected to continue next year,and the effort could be expandedto include a girls team if someonevolunteers to coach.

The church would like tosponsor both the boys team and agirls team next year and has alsoincreased its own activities for

young people in the communitysince Little became the pastor inthe fall. Sullivan's Island Baptistcurrently offers dodge ball therst Sunday afternoon of themonth, has Friday fun nights fortweens and is adding the CenterShot indoor archery program. Seethe church website, www.sibc.us, or its Facebook page to learnmore about church activities thisspring.

Basketball team shines during inaugural seasonBY SUSAN HILL SMITH

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

Sullivan's Island boys basketball team goes 9-3 in Trident Basketball Association 2015-

2016 season. Photo by Mic Smith.

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Sealand Adventure Sports hasmoved. Sullivan’s Island’sonly sporting goods shop

relocated about 50 feet, to0 Middle Street, into part ofbuilding formerly occupied byetime Fitness. The new Sealand

enture Sports has ve times thee, allowing owner Scott Hylandmanager Alejandro Ferreyros totly increase the store’s product. Sealand will now offer a wider

ction of stand up paddleboards,boards, skate gear, surfboardsl shapes and varieties along withty of bathing suits and beach gear formen and women. “We hope to be the

ination for all fun in the sun gear onvan’s Island,” Ferreyros said.yland decided to increase the store’sbased on customer demand. During theh season, they were renting out nearlyvailable bikes and paddleboards and thehing was ying off the racks of the store’sest 250 square foot of space beneathT restaurant. Once they found out 2120dle Street was available, they startednstorming layouts for the new shop. Withnew location set in their minds the duot to the annual Surf Expo in Florida alongshop friend and consultant Jeff Sledden.

team scoured the expo to nd exciting new

brands to carry. Bringing on companies suchas Hippy Tree Apparel, Rusty Surfboards andApparel, Grand Trunk and Eden Swimwear,Sealand hopes to offer a diverse range of softand hard goods that will appeal to everyonewho steps foot in the store.

Under supervision of Hyland Constructionand Sea Suite Consulting,the new location has beencompletely renovated toshowcase the products. Thedecor in the vintage beach-style store features workfrom local artists and agallery of local kite and surflegends.

A grand opening party forthe new store is scheduled

for April 8 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Festivitiesinclude a fashion show. games and contestswith winner giveaways from companies suchas Nectar sunglasses. There will also beplenty of music, food and drink, followed byan after-party at Poe’s Tavern.

Sealand Adventure spreads its wings,opens larger location on Sullivan’s

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protect the Arctic, too.”“This decision is a testament to the fact that local voices

still matter on national issues,” Hamilton Davis, Energy andClimate Director for the Coastal Conservation League, said.“The coastal communities in South Carolina that would havbeen most impacted by offshore drilling stood up to Big Oil andwon. What a victory for our environment, our economy, andthe future of our coast.”

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en Jones, Katie Hermann, and Roger Jones.

hday girl Patsy Bannon celebrates with her friends.

ging with the chief. Rick and Barbara Simpson join in the festivities.

George Dunleavy and Nadine Hershey celebrate

the big day at Dunleavy's Pub.

Painting thetown GREEN

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Spring break is here, which brings the melodiesof birds chirping, basking in the mild sunnyweather, watching kids running around with a

of energy to burn and minds to ll. So, what toJoin the South Carolina Aquarium this spring

k and make memories that the entire family willr forget.om touching sharks, to seeing one of only 50

no alligators, or taking an adventure to thend of Madagascar, there’s a full day of fun waitingyou and your family at the Aquarium. Havingked at the Aquarium for more than ve years,ve a few favorite activities that I recommend tods and family. Here are my top ve must-seeriences:The Weeki Wachee Mermaids : The WorldFamous Weeki Wachee Mermaids rst madetheir public debut in the 1940s and have beendelighting audiences ever since. The sirens ofthe sea will dive in the Aquarium’s Great OceanTank starting March 28 through April 3 andwill perform three shows daily, at 11 a.m., 1p.m., and 3 p.m. Visitors to the Aquarium willhave a chance to not only see the mermaidsperform but will get to meet one and have theopportunity to have a photo taken. The n-tastic adventuredoesn’t end there - enjoy mermaid-themed activities and crafts, aspecial dress-up area, and interactive education stations focusedon conservation efforts to sustain the beauty of the ocean.Alabaster the Albino Alligator: We promise, he’s real! If you’veever seen Alabaster in person, you might think he is a statue,having a pristine alabaster color hardly moving in his tank. Buthe’s acting like a normal alligator, well mostly normal. It turns outhe’s only one of 50 albino alligators in the entire world! Alabaster

has called the South Carolina Aquarium homesince 2009 after being transferred to ourfacility from a different facility that housedhim in an outdoor home. It turns out he wasgetting sunburned from the sun while trying

to bask. Now he’s got the perfect set up in theAquarium’s Blackwater Swamp exhibit, so besure to keep an eye out while you explore thatexhibit.3. Madagascar Journey: Red ruffedlemurs, a crocodile, a chameleon that canchange colors—all in South Carolina? Thosearen’t the only exotic animals you’ll meetwhile taking an adventure to the island ofMadagascar in the Aquarium’s Madagascar Journey Exhibit. Here for only a few moremonths, the exhibit also features gravity-defying lizards, giant boas, bright red frogs,tropical and freshwater sh and a specialplay area just for the little ones. If you’ve everwanted to learn more about one of the world’smost biologically diverse islands, now is yourchance. Be sure to check out this exhibit beforeit closes because you never know when you’llget to see animals of this caliber again.

4. Shark Shallows: I’ll be the rst to admit, I squealed a little bitthe rst time I stuck my hand in the Shark Shallows tank. Ididn’t squeal because the water was cold, but because I actuallygot to touch a real shark! I never in my life thought I would getthe opportunity to do so safely, but that’s exactly what you canexpect at the Aquarium’s newest exhibit, Shark Shallows. Guestsare allowed to reach in using a two-ngered approach, and toucha shark or a stingray on its back as it glides by. It’s incredible toactually feel the animal’s skin, forming that deeper connectionwith nature. For those a bit more wary, there’s a fantasticviewing window in the tank’s deep end, with a glorious view ofthe Charleston Harbor on the other side.

5. The Personal Experience: The South Carolina Aquarium

may not be the largest Aquarium, but the personal experiencereceived during a visit is unsurpassed. At any given time you’llwalk around the facility and encounter several team members,ready to answer questions, tell you more about a specic animalor exhibit, or even have one in their hands full with an animalsuch as a baby alligator, snake, or tortoise that you can actuallytouch. One of my favorite aspects about the Aquarium is thatno visit is the same because of the personal experience providedto each guest. You never know when you might get chosen for aspecial behind-the-scenes tour.

O.K., I may have bbed. I told you I was only going to list my topve favorite experiences, but I really couldn’t leave the Sea TurtleHospital out. The hospital is part of the Sea Turtle Rescue Program,the Aquarium’s largest conservation initiative. The program takesin sick and injured sea turtles, and provides rehabilitation with theultimate goal of returning the animals to the wild. To date, more than

180 sea turtles have been rescued, rehabilitated and released. Guestscan actually take a behind-the-scenes tour of the hospital twice aday, at noon and 2 p.m. Be sure to book in advance as these populartours ll up.

Mermaids steal the showT O P 5 T H I N G S T O D O A T T H E A Q U A R I U M T H I S S P R I N G B R E A K

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ve mentioned before that ads on Webages can infect your laptop/desktopn previous columns and now is a goode to revisit that topic. Very recently,or sites such as The New York Times,N, BBC and even AOL have been hit withcted ads that download “Crypto-viruses”our machine… and that's very bad.

What the heck is that you ask? A Crypto-s encrypts all your data with a “key”thatbad guys hide on their website and give48 hours to buy. If you don't buy it,

y throw it away and in most cases youra cannot be unencrypted, at least nothout a lot of time and expense (andt likely not even then). The key holdersally want around $300 to $500 but itgo higher depending on who/what yousuch as if you are a business.

Websites in general can be hacked (and

ome cases the ads on those website), beful where you go. If you are not sure ofto spell a website or the exact name,

’t guess, Google it or use duckduckgo.or another search engine to fnd the

ct name of the website. I recently hadient that was getting another type of

malware from a website, she thought shewas going to a specifc site but was addinga name to the end that did not exist inthe correct website. Instead of going to alegitimate website she was directed towardsa fake one, and these sites can easily infect your computer with bad stuff. Next thing you know you are calling me and screaming“Help my stuff is gone!” So, not just for theCrypto-virus but for any type of malwareplease make sure of the address or use asearch engine to get that exact web address.

The bad guys are getting better at hidingtheir stuff and it can come in a piece oftext, a picture or even an attachment. The attachment can be in an email or bein a word document, even in that website you just went to. Anything that is digitalcan “hide” something, don't be scared ofeverything but if going to a new place on

the Internet just be aware and if it looks alittle odd, most likely it is!

If you need help with your computer,cellphone or electronic device call Rent A Bobat 843.822.7794.

Decrypting the Crypto virusBY BOB HOOPER

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

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SAVE THE DATE: April 8thGRAND OPENING PARTY

Sealand Adventure Sports is spreading their wings

and opening a larger location on Sullivan’s Island.

Sealand will be hosting a fashion show, music,food and drink. The party will also host games andcontests with winner giveaways. Look in the next

issue of your island eye for more details.

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Writing Circlenday at 10:30 a.m.te and share yourCPL Poe Branch921 I’on Avenue.914.

viam., Home Team BBQ,Island

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gg Nights (adults)ursday from 5:30 – 8n to play Americang. Join us for a couplethe whole evening.Branch Library, 1921

ue. 843-883-3914.

hy Oyster Roastster Roasts at the IOPch hangout. 6-9 p.m.rsday. $7 buckets ofmed oysters and $6ue Point Toasted Lager.

adsden Cultural Centerhly meeting is held thersday of every monthat 1917 I’On Ave.,Island. A speakerg historically relevantypically scheduled orfun and interesting

lesson on Sullivan’s Islandhistory. Anyone is welcome andanyone interested in becominga member can sign up at thesemeetings. Membership is free!

Sullivan’s Island Farmers’ Market

2:30 to 7 p.m., every Thursdaybeginning April 7 runningthrough June 30 at 1921 I’OnAvenue.Contact Farmers Market ManagerLisa Darrow at Town Hall formore information, 843.883.5744,[email protected] to apply to be a vendor.

Saturdays

Yoga10 a.m. at IOP Recreation Center,24 28th Ave., IOP. ContactKarrie Ferrell for more info.843.886.8294, [email protected].

THURSDAY, MARCH 24An Egg-Cellent Craft4 p.m., the IOP Rec. Center hoststhis free craft event. Register byFriday, March 18, 2016. Just in time for Easter! Comeand decorate eggs. All materialsprovided.

FRIDAY, MARCH 25Good Friday ServiceFirst United Methodist Church,

IOP, Stations of the Cross on theBeach - 12 noon. 21st AvenueBeach Access. Prayer Vigil inSanctuary 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Spring Break Eggstravaganza5-8:30 p.m. The Village Plaza,Wild Dunes. Join us as we kickoff spring break! Relax by there pit and enjoy activities andcomplimentary games all eveninglong. Bingo will begin at 6:30p.m. ($5) and a showing of It’s The Easter Beagle, Charlie Brownbegins at sunset.

SATURDAY, MARCH 26Isle of Palms Easter Egg Hunt10 a.m. sharp. IOP Rec. Center,featuring an Egg Hunt, visits fromthe Easter Bunny, jump castles,a face painter, balloon artist andlots of candy! The event is free.

PLAY: Catapults Away!10:30 a.m. Take your Angry Birdsskills into the real world. Buildand test your own toy catapult.

CCPL Poe Branch Library, 1921I’on Avenue. 843.883.3914.

Breakfast with the EasterBunny8:30-10:30 a.m. The SweetgrassPavilion, Wild Dunes. $20 foradults, $12 for children Children3 and under complimentary.Reservations required:843.886.2307. Parents can enjoyour famous Southern buffet, andthe kids will love the pancakebuffet.

Golden Egg Hunt at Wild DunesA limited number of goldenEaster eggs will be hiddenthroughout the Resort property.Follow our Instagram account(@wilddunesresort) for clues onwhere to search for these hard-to-nd eggs. The hunt will continueuntil all eggs are redeemed orMarch 30, whichever comes rst. Book Signing and Small ArmsSaturdayCharleston Museum Curator andauthor of Stolen Charleston: TheSpoils of War J. Grahame Longwill speak about his book at 1p.m. at the Fort Moultrie Visitor

Center. The National Park Servicerangers and volunteers will offermusket ring demonstrations andinterpretive programs at 10 a.m.,11 a.m., 2:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.inside Fort Moultrie. These ringdemonstrations take place thefourth Saturday of each month.See story page 17.

7th Annual “Hope on Goat”Oyster Roast Beneft.2-6 p.m. (Rain or Shine) at GoatIsland Gatherings, Goat Island,South Carolina, Channel Marker116 on the Atlantic IntracoastalWaterway, just north of the Isleof Palms Marina. Guests willmeet at the Isle of Palms Marinalocated at 50, 41st Ave., Isle ofPalms 29451. Admission: $55each for adults, $20 for children3-12. Children 2 and under free.Advance tickets at w ww.cydc.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 27EASTER SUNDAY

EASTER CHURCH SERVICES: HOLY CROSS, 2520 Middle StreetSullivan’s Island,6:30 a.m. Sunrise Service (BreachInlet)8 a.m. Traditional Service*9 a.m. Contemporary Service*(note different time this year)9:15 a.m. Children’s/FamilyService10:10 a.m. Egg Hunt11 a.m. Traditional Service w/brass & timpani*Nursery available from 8:30-10:30a.m.

FIRST UNITED METHODISTCHURCH, 21st Avenue at PalmBlvd, IOP8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sanctuary Traditional Services - Sanctuary9:15 a.m. – Praise Service withCommunion Fellowship Hall

STELLA MARIS, 1204 MiddleStreet, Sullivan’s IslandSimultaneous Masses in churchand hall:8 a.m. 9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. Traditional Latin Mass (Low Mass)5:30 p.m. in the church

SUNRISE PRESBYTERIAN, 3222

Middle Street, Sullivan’s Island7 a.m. Community Easter SunriseService at Breach Inlet9 a.m. Celebration of theResurrection10 a.m. No Sunday School11 a.m. Celebration of theResurrection

ST. MARKS LUTHERAN, 300Palm Boulevard, Isle of Palms,call 843-886-8557

ISLE OF PALMS BAPT IST, 14 Twenty-Fourth Avenue, Isle ofPalms, call 843-886-6762

SULLIVAN’S ISLAND BAPTIST,1753 Central Ave, Sullivan’sIsland, call 843-883-3601

Easter Egg Dash at Wild Dunes9 a.m. The North Croquet LawnComplimentary Previously knownas the Annual Easter Egg Hunt,the Easter Egg Dash is a fastpaced race to collect your eggs!Children 10 years and youngerare invited to bring their baskets

to the North Lawn where over1000 candy and toy lled eggswill be scattered. Easter Brunch at Wild Dunes10 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. TheSweetgrass Pavilion. $50 foradults, $21 for children Children3 and under complimentary.Reservations required:843.886.2307. The S weetgrassPavilion serves a special Easterbrunch buffet.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30Movie & Dodgeball12 - 3 p.m. at IOP Rec. Dept.,Spring Break! 3 hour mini campwhile the kiddos are out of school.Lunch, movie and dodgeball.Supervised by Recreation Staff.Register by Monday, March 28.$10 residents/$15 non-residents.Register by: Monday, March 28,843.886.8294.

SATURDAY, APRIL 2Cooper River Bridge RunRavenel Bridge will be closedto trafc from at least 8 a.m.through early afternoon.

Volvo Car OpenApril 2 through April 10, WTAwomen’s tennis event at TheFamily Circle Stadium on DanielIsland. Full schedule and ticketsat www.volvocaropen.com.

PLAY: DIY crafts with Ms. Grace

10 a.m. Ms. Grace helps younghands make fun paper and fabriccrafts, at Poe Library, 1921 I’on Ave,Sullivan’s Island, 843- 883-3914.

SUNDAY, APRIL 3Lowcountry Cajun Festival12 – 6 p.m. Get ready for someragin’ Cajun fun right here inCharleston! The festival returnsto James Island County Parkbringing with it Louisiana livingto the Lowcountry, the CajunFestival is a full-day of music,Cajun and Creole foods, children’sactivities and entertainmentstraight from the bayou. This year’s festival will feature Zydecolegend Buckwheat Zydeco. Detailsat ccprc.com/137/Lowcountry-

Cajun-Festival, tickets are $15 perperson, free for ages 12 and underand Gold Pass Members.

SATURDAY, APRIL 4IOP Rec Summer CampRegistrationRegistration opens for IOPResidents on April 4 through April29. For non-residents, April 11.Visit www.iop.net/camps-clinics.

TUESDAY, APRIL 5Tech Tuesday: Dis coveringZinio12 p.m. Learn to download 150+popular magazines to your PC,MAC, Apple/Android/Windows 8device, or Kindle Fire HD using your CCPL card. Poe Library, 1921I’on Avenue, Sullivan’s Island,843-883-3914.

THURSDAY, APRIL 7A Meal to Remember Gala &Auction6:30 p.m., Sweetgrass Pavilion atthe Wild Dunes Resort (1 SundialCircle, Isle of Palms).

Enjoy hors d’oeuvres andsignature small plates from localrestaurants. Proceeds benet EastCooper Meals on Wheels. $150 perperson; Sponsorships available;www.ecmow.org or 843. 881.9350.

SATURDAY, APRIL 9PLAY: STAR Therapy Dogs10:30 a.m. Share books with afurry friend. Poe Branch Library,1921 I’on Avenue. 843-883-3914.

SATURDAY, MAY 145th annual Charleston Beer Garden The area’s largest pop-up beerfestival welcomes 20 breweriesfrom the Charleston area andbeyond. Noon to 7 p.m. at TheGrove at Patriots Point. Allproceeds benet local nonprotLowcountry AIDS Services. Ticket prices are $25 for generaladmission and $50 for VIP www.charlestonbeergarden.com.


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Acme Lowcountry KitchenSpecializing in local and sustainableseafood. All Altantic Ocean sourcedSeafood. $$-$$$843-886-FISH (3474)31 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms

Banana CabanaA casual menu suits its beachfrontsetting. Nibbles like peel and eatshrimp and nachos alongsideheartier platters of seafood. $-$$(843) 886-4361www.thebananacabana.com

1130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

Beard Cat’sGelato made from locally sourcedingredients, and coffee shop that sitsbelow Obstinate Daughter. $416-5020www.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

Coconut Joe’s & Island Joe’s CoffeeSpectacular 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 on tap,spacious side porch, and live music.$-$$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.$$-$$$883-3536

www.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, with glutenfree and vegan options. Toppings areall natural or organic. Local coffeeand teas. $885-7079

www.islandiceyogurt.com1515 C Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Long Island CaféCome in for lunch, dinner, or Sundaybrunch and enjoy all your favoriteseafood, plus so much more at thisisland 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 and southernhospitality. $$886-8980

www.morgancreekgrill.com1515-A Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Obstinate DaughterRestaurant serving contemporarySouthern cuisine, pizza & pasta in arustic, coastal-inspired space.$$-$$$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 burgers andchicken sandwiches, this Poe-inspiredeatery also features great deals onfresh 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.. $-$$883-3355

www.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 ‘Tex Mex’soups, salads, tacos, and enchiladas,and quench your thirst with one ofseveral specialty margaritas. $$789-4107

www.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 spot inCharleston 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 indie shortsby 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 in acolorful setting. $-$$388-3654

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

Jack’s Cosmic Dogs

Kitschy 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 offerfresh soup, salads, and sandwiches.Enjoy dinner in a casual bistro-style

setting, nice selection and outdoorseating. $$388-6968www.stackscoastalkitchen.com1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt. Pleasant

The Wine BarWine, unique variety of 40 + cheesesand charcuterie meats from aroundthe 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 of

Mount Pleasant, S.C. Serving 5:30-8:30 pm daily, and until 9:30 Fri. andSat. $$-$$$884-0052www.wreckrc.com106 Haddrell St.Mt. Pleasant

2213 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

883-9131

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Breach Inlet Tide Chart

Date High Tide Low Tide

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.

Source: www.saltwatertides.com

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FINANCIAL FOCUS

Now that spring has ofcially sprung, you might look around your home and decide it’s time for some sprucing up. But youdon’t have to conne your efforts to your house and yard –

can also engage in a little “spring cleaning” in your investmenttfolio.

e are a few suggestions for doing just that:“Dust off” your investment strategy. Dusting is a big part ofspring cleaning. Light xtures, shelves, windowsills–they canall acquire layers of dust and grime that need to be whiskedaway. And if you’ve left your investment strategy unexaminedfor a long period, it too may need to be “dusted off” and re-evaluated. Over time, your nancial goals, family situation andeven risk tolerance can change, so it’s a good idea to review your overall strategy to make sure it’s still appropriate for yourneeds.Get rid of “clutter.” Once you start tidying up your house, youmight be surprised at all the “duplicates” you nd–a broom ina bedroom, another broom in the laundry room, a third in thegarage, and so on. Just as you probably don’t need multiplebrooms, so you may nd that you have many versions of thesame type of investment in your portfolio. If you own too many

of the same investment, and a market downturn affects thatparticular asset, your portfolio could take a big hit. You maybe better off by selling some of the too-similar investmentsand using the proceeds to diversify your holdings. (However,while diversication can reduce the impact of volatility on yourportfolio, it can’t guarantee prots or protect against loss.)Remove “stains” on your portfolio. As you clean your carpetsand furniture, you might notice some stains that should beremoved. And when you look through your portfolio, you mightnd some “stains” in the form of chronically underperforminginvestments. Instead of holding on to these vehicles withthe hope that they will eventually turn around, you mightconsider selling them and using the proceeds to purchase newinvestments, which can help ll any gaps you may have in yourholdings.Consolidate your accounts. Have you ever discovered a stapler

in one drawer, a roll of tape in the linen closet and a bunchof marking pens on your desk? All these items may be useful,

but for the sake of efciency (and to cut down on frustratingsearches), you might want to consolidate them in one place.And you could do something similar with your investments.Specically, if you have some stocks here, a couple ofcerticates of deposits there, and some IRAs at still anotherplace, you might consider consolidating them with one nancialservices provider. With all your investments in one place, youcould possibly reduce the fees and paperwork associated withmaintaining your accounts. And when you eventually starttaking withdrawals from your IRA and 401(k), you may ndit easier to calculate these required distributions if they’recoming from just one place. But just as importantly, when youconsolidate your investments with one provider, you may ndit easier to follow a single, unied investment strategy.

So, there you have them–some spring-cleaning ideas to help youupdate and energize your investment portfolio. And you won’t evenneed a dustpan.

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

Give your investment portfolio a ‘spring cleaning’BY DIMI MATOUCHEV

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