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On April 17, after almosttwo years in the SouthCarolina Aquarium’s Sea

Turtle Hospital, Mama Pritchard,a 330-pound mature femaleloggerhead sea turtle, was therst turtle to be released by theSouth Carolina Aquarium duringthe 2010 Sea Turtle season. Withan anxious crowd numbering inthe hundreds lining her path tothe ocean, Mama Pritchard ip-opped her way along the beachat the Isle of Palms County Park

to slide happily into the Atlantic.Mama Pritchard was originally

brought to the Sea TurtleHospital by the South CarolinaDepartment of Natural Resources(SCDNR) on July 7, 2008, at herpresent weight. She was foundon Pritchard’s Island off the coastof South Carolina attempting tonest, but appeared to be unable todeposit her eggs. Two signicantold boat strike wounds near thetail portion of her carapace weremost likely the reason for hertroubles. On her third attempt,the nighttime nest monitoringgroup held her until staff fromthe SC DNR could pick her up.

After being admitted into theAquarium’s Sea Turtle Hospital,Mama Pritchard immediatelybegan receiving treatments.Large amounts of mud, crabs,sea pork, leeches, barnacles,skeleton shrimp and dead bone

were removed from her carapace.Her wounds were cleaned and sheimmediately received injectablevitamins and antibiotics as wellas uid therapy. Her treatmentcontinued with placement in fresh

water to loosen the reminder of her epibiota (barnacles, leeches).

Kelly Thorvalson, Sea TurtleRescue Program Manager forthe South Carolina Aquarium,said that, “She’s lucky to bealive. The wounds were huge and

without proper medical care, thisanimal could have suffered a longdecline in health which couldhave ultimately led to death.”

Soon after Mama Pritchard’sarrival in 2008, an ultrasound

was performed to determine thestatus of her eggs. It took almosttwo months for her to deposit

all 146 eggs she was holding.Aquarium staff buried the eggs insand, hoping they would survive.

The eggs were incubated andobserved daily for hatchlings,but unfortunately none wereviable. After a period of time,her antibiotic regimen ended,but wound therapy continuedthroughout the duration of herstay. She was released with 80%of her wounds healed.

Mama Pritchard’s instinctivereproductive time clock began

at the same time as her wildcounterparts off the coast. Anultrasound at the end of Marchthis year conrmed that she wasin fact, producing egg follicles(yolks) in preparation for nestingseason. In South Carolina, nestingseason ofcially starts on May15, so it was critical to releaseher as soon as possible in orderto maximize her opportunity tond a mate.

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Civic

The Sullivan’s Island TownCouncil convened its regularlyscheduled meeting at 6 p.m.and after reciting the pledge of allegiance and an invocation bycouncil member Watson, the

meeting began with the oath of ofce for the newest memberof the re department, WarrenBlackard.

Council member Watsonthen explained that the owersat the front of the room werebeing given to the Town’sadministrative assistants aspart of Administrative AssistantWeek. The meeting then began inearnest.

Mayor Smith made threeproclaimations. First, heproclaimed May 24 - 31, 2010,as National Beach Safety Week inthe Town of Sullivan’s Island. He

briey covered safety elementssuch as never swim alone, neverdrink before swimming, beware of the current and respect the powerof the surf.

He then proclaimed Friday,April 30, 2010, as Arbor Day inthe Town of Sullivan’s Island, aspecial day set aside for planting

trees which help clean the air,prevent soil erosion and providea renewable source for paper,

wood and fuel. Trees also makeour communities more beautiful,increase property values and

provide a source of joy andspiritual renewal.Mayor Smith’s nal

proclamation made the monthof May Bike Safety Month in the

Town of Sullivan’s Island.In the Administrator’s Report

it was mentioned that on May2, the WEZL Radio Ride to theRiver will take place and about300 motorcycle riders will comethrough Sullivan’s Island. There

was also a discussion on thesesquicentennial celebration witha reenactment scheduled to takeplace on April 12, 2011, at FortMoultrie. No action was taken,

but Mayor Smith would like toknow if the town would havefunds to contribute.

In the Ways and Means Report,the scal year 2010/2011 budget

was discussed and councilmember Perkis said that the townseems to be in good scal shape,

with the possibility of a balanced

budget. A decision on the town’shealthcare plan for its employees

was tabled until the committeecan meet again to look into theincrease in the cost of the plan.Other items discussed included

the general obligation bond formoney for the water line andcontinued meetings about the cellphone tower contract. No actionitems where voted on.

The Personnel Report includedbrief on-going discussions aboutopen positions which the townneeds to ll and general discussionabout the audible alert system.

The Water and Sewer Reportincluded a brief discussion aboutthe on-going work at the baseballeld.

In the Recreation CommitteeReport, it was mentioned thatquotes have come in to resurface

the tennis courts. In addition,there was discussion aboutturning off the court lights anhour earlier each night to save the

Town $200 a month on electricity. The Report also mentioned thatapproximately 90 Island residentsparticipated in the 2010 CooperRiver Bridge Run. A date for the

Ben Sawyer Bridge dedicationhasn’t been chosen, but the times

will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The National Park Service willhold the fourth annual National

Junior Ranger Day on May 8 from

10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. to4 p.m. at Fort Moultrie. The Real Estate Committee

Report included generaldiscussion, but no nal actionitems, on the communitycommercial district master plan,the open space protection planand the certied local governmentprogram.

The Police Committee Reportmentioned that a memo has goneout to all ofcers to encouragepedestrians not to use theroadway as a sidewalk. There wasalso a note of thanks from Islandresidents Mr. and Mrs. Bluestein

to Ofcer Botticelli for assistancein helping locate their lost cat.In the Streets and Maintenance

Committee Report, generaldiscussion took place aboutbeach path signage as well asthe stormwater pump station atStation 18. The meeting adjournedat approximately 7:45 p.m.

Sullivan's Town Council - April 20, 2010By AlAn l. Kleinfeld



Budget, phones andsummer police Council member Mike Perkisreported that the 2010/2011budget as written is slightlyover where it needs to be.Perkis asked that the Councilreview their copies and make

recommendations on how theycan cut the extra amount.Perkis also reported that thetown received a request fromAmerican Tower Corporation toadd additional equipment to thecell tower and ground space for

T-Mobile South. Finally, Perkisnoted that the restaurants onthe island will not support theexpense of additional ofcers inthe district during the comingsummer months. This issue willbe taken under consideration bythe Council.

Don’t tase me, bro!Chief Howard made a request

to the Council for tasers forthe Police Department. Thechief noted that the tasers areneeded in cases of non-lethalrestraint and this use wouldbe insured through a cameraand microphone which wouldcome installed on each device.Howard pointed out that theonly ofcers allowed to use thetasers would be required to gothrough training, and the tasers

wouldn’t be used in situationssuch as calming someone downin a bar, but rather in lieu of pulling a gun. The request iscurrently under consideration by

the Council.

Easier beach access for handicapped Town Administrator AndyBenke announced that the town

was able to purchase a beach-compatible handicapped chair

with grant funding obtained inconjunction with the new walk-over at Station 22 ½. The town

plans to make the chair availableto residents or visitors that wishto visit the beach but may nothave a chair that will transitionacross the soft sand. The storagelocation of the chair is yet to bedetermined, but requests for thechair's use may be made at TownHall through the completionof a simple form. Benke alsoreported that new signs havebeen placed at all of the mainbeach access points with towninformation and laws.

Keeping trash off the ball eldFor the past couple of years,the pile of paving scraps at the

end of the ball eld at StithPark has been accumulatingconstruction trash throughillegal dumping. Duringthe meeting, Chief Howardannounced that the PoliceDepartment will be keeping aclose eye on the area and ning

people for public dumping. “We will be increasing patrols to deterany more dumping and chargeanyone caught doing so,” saidHoward, noting that the ne withassessments can be as high as$1040.

Revising the beachmanagement planLastly, Town AdministratorBenke reported that the beachmanagement plan for the townis due to be updated, noting thatthe plan is required by statecode and is a qualier for re-nourishment funds, if they areever needed. Benke stated that

the process to renew the plan would be to accept bids fromqualied engineering rms andthen requiring the rm selectedto follow the requirements of the state code and regulationsin order to write a new planto be approved by the SouthCarolina Department of Healthand Environmental Control(SCDHEC) and the Ofceof Ocean Coastal ResourceManagement (OCRM).

The next Sullivan’s Island Committees of Council meeting will be held on May 3 at 6 p.m. at Sullivan’s Island Town Hall, located

at 1610 Middle Street. For more info, visit www.sullivansisland-sc.com or call 883-3198.

April 30, 2010 3


Civic

Isle of Palms886-6428www.iop.net

Monday, May 3

Recreation Committee4 p.m.24 28th Avenue

Tuesday, May 4

Public Safety Committee5:30 p.m.1207 Palm Boulevard

Wednesday, May 5

Municipal Court10 a.m.1207 Palm Boulevard

Public Works Committee Meeting4 p.m.1303 Palm Boulevard

Personnel Committee Meeting5:45 p.m.1207 Palm Boulevard

Thursday, May 6

Real Property Committee8:30 a.m.1207 Palm Boulevard

Livability Court5 p.m.1207 Palm Boulevard

Tuesday, May 11

Board of Zoning Appeals5:30 p.m.1301 Palm Boulevard

Wednesday, May 12

Municipal Court10 a.m.1207 Palm Boulevard

Planning Commission4:30 p.m.1301 Palm Boulevard

Sullivan's Island883-3198www.sullivansisland-sc.com

Monday, May 3

Committees of Council6 p.m.1610 Middle Street

Tuesday, May 4 & May 11

Municipal Court10 a.m.1610 Middle Street

Wednesday, May 12

Planning Commission6:30 p.m.1610 Middle Street

Thursday, May 13

Board of Zoning Appeals7 p.m.1610 Middle Street

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The new signs at beach access points.

Piles of paving scraps at Stith Park.



During the Isle of PalmsPlanning Commissionmeeting on April 14,

Planning Commission memberstackled three ordinancesdiscussed during the last CityCouncil meeting: rooftop deckrestrictions, daytime rental

occupancy and the 12 personcap on new rentals known asordinances 2010-04, 2010-06and 2010-08, respectively.

Following lengthy discussionson all three issues, the PlanningCommission voted to leave therooftop deck restrictions as they

were originally written, withthe size of rooftop decks beingrestricted to 10% of the heatedsquare footage of the building’sfootprint. Daytime occupancy

was voted to remain at amaximum of 40 people, therebyasking the Council to reject the

proposed ordinance. There wasa brief discussion over whetheror not restrictions should beplaced on smaller rental unitssuch as condos and apartments,but nothing was decided and theproposal was not suggested forlater discussion.

As for the 12 person occupancy

cap on new rental licenses, thePlanning Commission was splitthree to three on whether ornot they should recommend theordinance to Council. Because of the split vote, no recommendation

will be made to the City Council.“By virtue of the City’s zoning

code, a failure to produce arecommendation will be deemedas a recommendation to approveafter 30 days from the date theamendment was referred tothe Planning Commission byCouncil, which was March 23,”said Douglas Kerr, Director of Building, Planning and Zoning.

Later discussions revolvedaround potential paid parkingareas in the busier tourist areasof the Isle of Palms, but nodecisions were made during themeeting. The Commission didexpress some frustration over

the Council’s quick dismissal of their three-tiered zoning plan forthe island, a project which took alot of effort and time on the partof the Planning Commission, butit was generally accepted thatthere was nothing to be doneabout it.

The next Planning Commission

meeting will be held on May 12,

2010, at 4:30 p.m. in the Building

Department, located at 1301 Palm

Boulevard. For more information,

visit www.iop.net or call 886-

6428.

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Island InformationSullivan’S iSland

T own Hall

843-883-31981610 Middle St.Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon-Fri

www.sullivansisland-sc.comPolice: 883-3931(non-emergency: 883-9636)Fire: 883-9944

Dog l aws

May 1 – September 30:5 a.m. – 10 a.m. off leash10 a.m. – 6 p.m. no dogs6 p.m. – 5 a.m. on leashOctober 1 – April 30:5 a.m. – noon, off leash;noon – 5 p.m. on leash

BeacH l aws

Permits needed for bonres,parties and boats on beach.No alcohol, reworks, glasscontainers, golf carts or vehiclesallowed on beach. Litter nesup to $500.

iSle of PalmS

T own Hall

843-886-64281207 Palm BoulevardHours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon-Fri

www.iop.netPolice: 886-6522Fire: 886-4410l ivaBiliTy oFFicer: 886-8282

Dog l aws

April 1 – September 14:5 a.m. – 8 a.m.September 15 – March 31:4 p.m. – 10 a.m.Dog owners must have leashin hand, have their dog undervoice command and must cleanup excrement. At all othertimes, dogs must be on leashand under complete control,even in the water.

BeacH laws

No professional photography,reworks, vehicles, bonres,glass, or alcohol.

IOP Planning Commission tackles rental recommendations



April 30, 2010 5

Letters to the editor...

“In the last month, she hasbecome quite agitated in hertank,” said Thorvalson. “This

was an immediate sign thatshe may be getting ready forher reproductive season.” TheAquarium’s veterinarian, Dr.Shane Boylan, medically clearedthe adult loggerhead for releaseafter tests were performed, andis hopeful she will participate in

this year’s nesting season.

About the South CArolinA AquArium SeA turtle reSCue ProgrAm

In partnership with the SouthCarolina Department of NaturalResources (SCDNR), the SouthCarolina Aquarium Sea TurtleRescue Program works to rescue,rehabilitate and release seaturtles that strand along theSouth eastern coast. Located at

the South Carolina Aquarium,the Sea Turtle Hospital admits 10to 20 sea turtles each year. Manyof these animals are in criticalcondition and some are too sickto save.

According to SCDNR, over thelast 10 years, the average numberof sea turtle strandings on SouthCarolina beaches is 133 per year.Of these, roughly 10% are aliveand successfully transported tothe Sea Turtle Hospital. To date,

the South Carolina Aquariumhas successfully rehabilitatedand released 43 sea turtles andis currently treating 13 patients.

The average cost for a patient’streatment is $34 a day with theaverage length of stay reachingnine months.

The South Carolina Aquariumis open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more info, call 577-FISH (3474). or visit www.scaquarium.org.

Turtle from cover

Dear Editor,

My wife and I live on Sullivan’sIsland enjoying our retirement

years. Life is good.However, on October 25,

2009, unable to get out of bed,my wife called the Sullivan’sIsland Fire and Rescue Squad

who came to my house to helpme out of bed. I thought mysenior back was the problem asit had given me some problemsin the past.

The following day, theproblem became more severe.Once more the Sullivan’s IslandRescue Squad responded, but

this time, they had to carry medown three ights of stairs to

an EMS Ambulance.At the hospital, I was

diagnosed with Strep B bloodinfection, a rare bacterialcondition. After a weeks stay atthe hospital, I was released andsent home.

On November 10th, we oncemore called the Sullivan’s Island

Rescue Squad and they againcarried me down two ights of

stairs. After an extended stay atthe hospital, I was dischargedand went home to recuperate.During this time, manymembers of the Rescue Squadcame to my house to check onmy progress.

I am now making a completerecovery and I would be remissif I didn’t publicly thank Chief Anthony Stith and the Sullivan’sIsland Fire and Rescue Squadfor their many kindnesses,namely:

Mandy Hawver, JamieHoward, Drew Levay, CollinsCorbett, Curt Gibbons, JodyCox, J. C. Gypin , Chris Gypin,Lenton Sharpe and ChristopherMcDaniel.

Donald B. Barkowitz 2872 Marshall Blvd.

Sullivan’s Island



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On April 17, the Isle of Palms

Neighborhood Association Board

of Directors held a special picnic

in recognition of the Isle of Palms Police

Department, thanking them for their

commitment and dedicated service to the

City, its citizens and its visitors. Held in

the backyard of Diane and Tom Oltorik,

the evening included hearty servings of

hamburgers and hot dogs served up by two

expert grill masters, along with plenty of

homemade picnic fare. After the honored

guests arrived, the Oltoriks suggested some

friendly games of Horseshoe and Corn Toss,

which were accepted instantly by the police

department.

Chief Tommy Buckhannon

teamed with Tom Oltorik to win

the Horseshoe Competition,

edging out Team Sgt. Kim Usry/

Patrick Harrington with a tight

but continuous lead. Team

Buckhannon/Oltorik benefted

from their combined past in

competitive sports. In his day, Chief

Buckhannon was a rising star at

Wando High School, playing as a

tackle on the football team and a

forward on the basketball team. He

anticipated many college offers

until he injured his left knee. He

is currently a frst baseman on a

local amateur team. Tom Oltorik,

also known as “Atomic Tom”,

was a college baseball athlete

and is locally known for his

admirable arm at the 2009 Marina

celebration dunk tank, dunking

Mayor Dick Cronin and several

council members three for three

every time. 74-year-old Oltorik’sperformance on Saturday was all

the more impressive as he had

spent the entire day volunteering

at the Family Circle Cup, arriving at the

picnic just in time to compete. When asked

about his wins on Saturday, Oltorik was

heard to say, “My left knee hurts!” Despite

his handicap, however, Chief Buckhannon

and Sgt Meeks were glad they had him on

their team. Replays, anybody?

IOPNA takes on island police

Team Buckhannon/Oltorik take championship Corn Toss

status during the IOPNA's Police Appreciation picnic.

Joanna Harper presents Chief Buckhannon with a certicate of

appreciation from the IOPNA.



April 30, 2010 7


T here’s a new resident onIsle of Palms in the form of

Ted’s Dockside Restaurant.Located in the IOP marina store,Dockside serves up gourmetsandwiches, wraps and other

treats for breakfast and lunch. Ted’s replaces the small, namelesssnack bar that was there before,but don’t expect just a simplecold sandwich and dry potatochips. Just a couple of optionsinclude the housemade sausagesandwich and the dill and lemonshrimp salad wrap.

The operation is so new, havingopened April 8, that owner TedDombrowski isn’t quite sure

what his hours will be, but he’sbeen telling customers that he’llprobably be open until 5 p.m., atleast for the time being.

If the name rings a bell it’s

probably because Ted is the sameas in Ted’s Butcherblock, the full-service butchershop and gourmetmarket found in downtownCharleston, serving meats,prepared foods, sandwiches,

wines, beer, artisnal cheeses andother specialty foods.

As its website mentions, Ted’slooks for all-natural purveyors

and self-sustainable farms. Localand seasonal items are featured,

when available, and products – including everything from Old-World varieties to Lowcountryfavorites – are chosen for their

simple, quality ingredients.Luckily for folks on IOP, the

food they eat from Ted’s Dockside will be the same as in the

butchershop. “I know everythingabout what I serve. The breed,the feed, and I deal with co-ops,not a lot of commercially raisedfood,” Ted says. “I like to work

with local farmers.” The menu at

Dockside is a bit different thanthat at Butcherblock, “but thefood quality is exactly the same,”says Ted.

As a matter of fact, one of Dombrowski’s hopes withDockside is to offer a satelliteversion of what customers canfnd at his downtown location.

“So the day before you head out

on the water or fre up the bar-b-que, you can come by here andtell me you want, maybe a coupleof New York Strips, and the nextday they’re here, ready to pickup,” says Dombrowski.

Ted understands there arechallenges. “It’s important tome to keep up the quality of thefood, but I also want to try andbalance quality with value andaffordability.”

Another vision Ted hopes torealize is themed evening events,perhaps using the picnic tablesbehind the marina store. “I’d liketo utilize the deck out here,” as

he points outside, “and have ribnight or burger night. You know,

just kind of have fun with it,” hesays.

Ted’s Dockside is located at 50

41st Ave., inside the marina store

at the Isle of Palm Marina and can

be reached at (843) 886-5606.

Visit www.tedsbutcherblock.com

for more information.

Ted’s Dockside opens on IOPBy AlAn l. Kleinfeld

Ted Dombrowski, owner of Ted's Dockside and Ted's Butcherblock, serves up some

delicious new dining options at the Isle of Palms Marina.

PHoto By AlAn Kleinfeld



For its thirty-odd years onSullivan’s Island, the Heronhas gone through many

changes. Most of the long-timeisland residents remember it asGruber’s Wishing Well, and for atime it was The Green Heron, but

throughout its switching of handsand occasional facelifts, theHeron has remained a place forislanders to walk or bike to, enjoya snack and some conversationand not get harassed for arrivingin their bathing suit, sandy shoesor sans shoes.

On May 1, The Heron willcelebrate its once year anniversaryunder the management of Heather and Tim Holbrook, andmany would argue that theirconcept of the island’s only all-purpose meeting place is its bestincarnation yet. With a colorscheme right out of an islandsunset and a selection of groceriesand sundries that meet justabout every household need, theHolbrooks are quickly learningthat The Heron isn’t just a placeto pick up a Popsicle and a dozeneggs: it’s a vital component to theisland community.

“When we rst opened, I almostdidn’t know what to do,” smiledco-owner Heather Holbrook. “I

thought to myself ‘I have realcustomers!’ and I was amazed

with how many people stoppedby.”

The store has been a communityproject from the moment theHolbrooks rst announced their

purchase of the island treasure.Island resident and customerBill Lynch remembers droppingby when Tim was working onthe renovation. “A number of us

would come by, drop a six packon the counter and help out,” saidBill. “People wanted this place tostay here.”

He couldn’t be more right.In fact, the day after The GreenHeron closed its doors for thelast time in January of 2009, apetition signed by more than twohundred students at Sullivan’sIsland Elementary was slippedunder the door, asking that thestore remain open. Heathertreasures this note and plansto add it to her collection of hand-crafted “thank yous” thatalready adorn the store, such asthe painting of a white egret byRalston Smith, a twelve-year-old island resident who wantedto show his appreciation for TheHeron.

Other small but signicant

touches that the Holbrooks havemade include the bricks liningthe entrance to the “lounge” areaat the back of the store. Several

were inscribed with the names of local children, and Heather and

Tim hope that these children will

come back in fteen or twenty years with their kids and showthem their little place in islandhistory.

“This is such an easy placeto visit,” said Lynch. “It’s a likea local coffee shop meets a BenFranklin Five and Dime meetsDean & Deluca. You couldn’t askfor better coffee,” he grinned ashe took a long sip from his mug.

Along with a growing selectionof eco-friendly household items -many of which were selected withthe help of Mary Gatch, owner of DwellSmart in Mount Pleasant –

The Heron also offers a wide arrayof beach items, Sullivan’s Islandmemorabilia, basic grocery needsand penny candy.

“We once had a seventy yearold man stop by the store whocouldn’t believe we had SquirrelNut Zippers candy,” said Heather.“He was so surprised! Apparentlyhe hadn’t seen them in almost 60

years.”Another endearing moment

for Heather was when anothergentleman dropped by the shopand tried one of their infamouschocolate cupcakes. “He cried,”said Heather with a smile.“A grown man actually criedbecause he enjoyed his cupcake

so much.”Cupcakes are a regular item onSaturdays at the Heron, but otheritems will be a little more seasonal,such as The Heron’s Mother’sDay display. The Holbrooks arecurrently talking with Mike’sBikes in Mount Pleasant andhope to have a complete displayof bicycle items at the front of theshop just in time for the holiday.Streamers, horns, mirrors,baskets – anything your momcould need for her beach cruiser

will be available in the shop

during Mother’s Day weekend.Along with the bike items, TheHeron will be taking pre-ordersfor homemade Mother’s Day

fairy cakes. Each cake is aboutsix inches tall and decadent, butorders need to be in at least one

week before Mother’s Day.In all, the Holbrooks are thrilled

not only to still be in businessafter one of the worst economic

years of the past century, theyare overwhelmed with thekindness and response of thelocal community.

“It’s the community that hassupported us,” said Heather. “Weare so grateful.”

“We anticipated that this would be a community gatheringplace from our own experience ascustomers,” said Tim Holbrook,“but this has more than metour expectations. This is thecommunity center of the islandand to be here and working is sogratifying – like the look on a kid’sface when they get a rainbow snocone.”

The Heron is located at 2019

Middle Street on Sullivan’s Island.

For more information, call 883-

9474 or visit their Facebook page,

“Fans of The Heron” for specials.

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Daily

The Heron celebrates one year anniversaryBy Kristin HacKler

Heather and Tim Holbrook, owners of The

Heron, with a painting by Ralston Smith.



T his year’s dream familyvacation could be only a videorecorder away. Charleston’s

popular Rediscover the FamilyVacation contest returns thisspring, inviting families to submitvideos detailing why Charleston

would be their ultimate getaway.

Now through June 15, 2010,families can log on to www.charlestonvacationgiveaway.com to submit smile-generatingand laugh-provoking videos,explaining why they loveCharleston and what they would

most look forward to during theirvisit if they won. Five prizes willbe awarded to ve families whosubmit the funniest, silliest and/or most creative videos.

Videos should be no longerthan three minutes. Entries willbe voted on shortly after June

15, 2010, by a panel of travelprofessionals. Once the winnersare announced, the ve winningentries will be posted to www.charlestonvacationgiveaway.com,

where the general public will havean opportunity to review them

and vote on a grand prize winner, who will additionally receive$2,000. Families are encouragedto submit soon, as the rst 25entries will receive a $50 Visagift card to spend together as afamily.

Each prizE* is thEmEd and covErs a fivE-night hotEl stay, attractions,

and dining:

Endless Summer Famication: Stay at Kiawah Island’soceanfront resort, TheSanctuary, with dining at theMingo Point Oyster Roast,Charleston Crab House, andSticky Fingers. Includes golngfor four.Revel in Real History: Stay at the Ansonborough Innand experience the Ghosts &Dungeons Walking Tour, acruise on the Charleston Belle,a visit to Boone Hall Plantation

and surf lessons.Urban Fork Safari: Stay at the Fulton Lane Inn withdinner reservations at some of Charleston’s best restaurants:Halls Chophouse, Il Cortile DelRe, Maverick Southern Kitchens,McCrady’s, and Circa 1886.Barrier Island Eco Trek: Stay at Wild Dunes, a 1,600 acreeco-friendly resort, and take off

into the island estuaries withIsland Adventure VIP passes forkids, a one-hour massage forparents, and tickets to the S.C.Aquarium.Heritage and Hits: Stay at the Mills House andenjoy breakfast daily. Be the

“Guests of honor” at a Riverdogsbaseball game. Tour Fort Sumter

with a Heritage Passport to ninehistoric attractions.

Families looking for a bit of inspiration before breaking out the video recorder can visit www.charlestonvacationgiveaway.com/winners_2009.html to watch the fve winning video entries from 2009. The mission of the Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is to unify and lead the local travel industry in marketing the Charleston area as an individual, meeting, incentive and group destination to both

the domestic and international markets. For more information,visit www.explorecharleston.com

*Giveaway packages are validfor month of August, based onavailability. All travel must becompleted by August 31, 2010.

April 30, 2010 9


Film your way to a Charleston vacationProvided by Charleston area Convention & visitors bureau

Pet HelpersPets of the Week

Pet Helpers is located at 1447 Folly RdHours: Mon. – Fri. from 11am – 6pm

Sat from 11am - 5pm.Closed: Sundays and Holidays.

For more information, call 795-1110or go to www. pethelpers.org.

Adoption feesinclude spay, neuter,vaccinations, testing,and microchip ID Pet

Helpers Low Cost Spay-Neuter Clinic 302-0556,

call for appointment.

l ucky, a.k.a. Suerte, isa very unique chocolateDoberman! He’s a lean andhandsome ve-year-old thecolor of a Weimaraner withbrown Doberman markings.Around the shelter we call

him the Flying Nun becauseof his prominent ears.He loves leisurely walksand lounging beside anaffectionate human. Comeover to Pet Helpers andmeet him!

Fuzzy came from a home with several other cats anddogs and is well adjusted

to a variety of pets! Sheand her brother, Monkey,

were both born missingone foot. This doesn’tslow them down one bit,however. They jump andrun like any four-leggedfeline and they’re still fasterthan you! These two are

just gorgeous and hopingfor a new home this spring!



While walking through the

woods, it’s very humblingto arrive at a scene like

this. To see an enormous treein a natural setting is enoughto inspire silence, but to see onesnapped in half reminds us of theenduring majesty of these forestbehemoths, even when fallen.

This mystery plant is a ‘red’ oak. It had been known for yearsas one of the largest trees onthe western side of CongareeNational Park in central SouthCarolina. In fact, this individual

was ofcially recognized as thenational champion of its kind,one of nine different championspresent at the Park. Soaring over150 feet into the sky, it was easily24 feet round with a diameter of more than six feet across. It wasstill upright and alive during thesummer of 2004, but was brokenduring a storm which most likelyoccured in the fall of that year.

Its branches still retained thedead leaves in April 2005 (whenthis picture was taken). At thetime, an outing hosted by theFriends of the Congaree Swampprovided access to it, with theskillful and perennial leadershipof John Cely who is renownedas one of the key experts of thisNational Park

This particular oak speciesproduces characteristic leaves

which are deeply lobed andprominently bristle-tipped. In thefall, the leaves turn a wonderful,deep red before dropping. Itsacorns, which are prized by

wildlife, are fairly large, oftenover an inch long, with a scalycap covering a little less thana third of the nut. The bark onlarge trees tends to be grey andridged, or sometimes striped

with thin ssures. Mature treesgenerally have an open, roundedcrown, and make excellent shadetrees, adapting well along streetsand in urban parks. Its woodis hard and very strong, and isa superior source for lumber,veneer, and interior ooring.

This is a canopy speciesthat is fairly common on lowgrounds; you won’t nd it athigh elevations. It is primarily aSoutheastern species, occurringthrough much of the MississippiRiver valley up to Indiana and

Ohio, over to northern Florida,and then North through theCarolinas to Pennsylvania (andsouthern Ontario). Althoughit prefers periodically wetbottomland habitats, it does nottolerate ooding very well.

Sadly, our champion isdethroned … but its youngstersare coming up here and there inthe area. The tree is gone, butin a sense, it will still be with us

for many decades, its rotting logproviding shelter and food for amyriad of organisms. Sic transit gloria !

For more information about Congaree Swamp, visit www.nps.gov/cosw/index.htm. To learn

more about the activities of The Friends of Congaree Swamp, visit www.friendsofcongaree, and to learn about the process of selecting champion trees, contact the National

Register of Big Trees at 800-368- 5748.

John Nelson is the curator of the Herbarium at the University of South Carolina. As a public service,USC offers free plant identications.For more information about the

herbarium and submitting plants for identication, visit www.herbarium.org or call 803-777-8196.

P h o t o b y J o h n n e l s o n

A n s w e r : “ S h u m a r d o a k , ” “ S w a m p r e d o a k , ” Q u e r c u s s h u m a r d i i

10 April 30, 2010


Mystery plant: beauty in the fallenby Dr. John nelson



T he mists of time drift

like fog through the oak

trees down at White Point

Gardens. If you’re quiet and

of the right frame of mind, you

can hear the plaintive call of

the shrimp man, the kids riding

their bikes to school; scads of

children, all cousins, who still

know each other from their days

at East Bay Playground.

That Charleston is gone and

soon the memory will follow.

That’s not good or bad. It just

is. The families who grew up

downtown and remained make

up a small percentage of the

population below Broad.

Eccentrics are no longer

tolerated. I once watched a

cousin of mine stare down at adrain at the corner of King and

Tradd for 4 ½ hours. During that

period, various people stopped at

the intersection including police

cars. Everyone just shook their

heads.

“That’s Bill,” they laughed

and went on their merry way.

Today, he would be

institutionalized.

You see, we

knew his tragic

story. Did we nd

humor at this poor

man’s expense?

Yes. Did we nd

what he was doing

actionable? No.

Those days are

over. Family meant

everything. Few downtown

today know what their grand-

mother’s maiden name was, nor

would they understand why they

should care. Money is again the

currency of the realm.

The houses that were built as

monuments to self-importance

have reassumed that mantle.Downtown has become one

huge cruise ship – that whole

commodity versus community

thing.

Again, one can rage against

the machine until one is blue in

the face, and all that would be

accomplished would be a rather

interesting hue on

one’s cheeks. Soon,

Boeing will arrive in

full force. Everything

will change again.

Most would argue for

the better.

Some wouldn’t.

As some of you

may know, I have

been learning how to

create lm. About a

month ago, I decided I was good

enough to try this project. We’ll

see how it works.

What I am undertaking is

lming a number of people

about growing up in Charleston.

I actually tried this ten years

ago, but the guy I worked for had

no clue what he had. There arescenes of older Charlestonians

now gone that are priceless.

Thus it is that I am lming

about 30 Charleston natives

about growing up in Charleston.

By Christmas I hope to have

the rst of a series of the three

videos of the various experiences

of different people who grew up

all over the peninsula.

It sounds easy. It’s not, believe

me.

The hardest part is guring

out who I want and where I want

this to go. I have had someone

contact me about this project

and perhaps get involved. There

are actually over 100 people I’d

like to interview. Every time I

think I’ve come to the end of that

list 10 more pop up.

If you want to see snippets of

interviews with Arthur Ravenel,

Jane Thornhill, Danny Petterson

and Priestley Coker go to:

http://davidfarrow.wordpress.

com/2010/04/15/coming-soon-

to-a-dvd-near-you. If you are

on Facebook, go to “HistoricCharleston Walking Tours.”

There are plenty of clips coming.

We’ll see how this works

over all, but count on giving

Charleston for Christmas.

0, 2010 11


David Farrow, Charlestonian.

Do You Know Your Charleston

Collecting memories of CharlestonBy DaviD Farrow



12 April 30, 2010


On Saturday April 17, 2010,

delegates at the South Carolina

Libertarian Party Convention in

Columbia made an unprecedented vote

when they cast a unanimous vote for the

US Congressional Candidate for South

Carolina District 1, Keith Blandford.

Keith Blandford, a Sullivan’s Island

resident, is running on a monetary policy

platform, campaigning that America

needs to regain control of the American

monetary system. Blandford is focusing

on the misunderstanding and corrupt

concepts of monetary policy and hidden

tax ination, stating that, “The Federal

Reserve is as federal as the Federal

Express, but most people believe that the

private centralized Federal Reserve is a

government institution”.

Keith Blandford is the owner of

Warrick! Group, a small business basedout of Charleston that specializes in all

aspects of the construction process. He

graduated from Virginia Tech in 1995 with

a Bachelor of Science in Environmental

Science (Aquatic Specialty) and a minor

in Chemistry and Biology. Blandford has

worked for the City of Norfolk, VA, as an

environmental specialist; for The United

States Navy Reserves; and for the United

States Army National Guard.

US Congressional South Carolina

District 1 is a coastal district which

stretches from Seabrook Island to the

North Carolina border and includes parts

of Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley and

Georgetown counties, as well as all of

Horry county. The district has historically

been based in Charleston, and it currently

includes the major tourist destination of

Myrtle Beach.

The Libertarian Party is America’s

third largest and fastest growing political

party. It was created in December 1971 by

people who realized that politicians have

strayed from America’s original libertarian

foundation with disastrous results. Their

vision was the same as that of America’s

founders -- a world where individuals arefree to follow their own dreams in their

own ways, a world of peace, harmony,

opportunity, and abundance. As William

Allen White once said, “Liberty is the only

thing you cannot have unless you are

willing to give it to others.”

Unanimous vote for Congressional candidateSouth Carolina DiStriCt 1

US Congressional candidate for South Carolina District 1,

Keith Blandford.



13 April 30, 2010


As many saw and almost everyone heard,the Blue Angels were in town recently.We lined the banks of Charleston Harbor

and for nearly an hour we turned our eyesand attention to the sky. I was mesmerizedas I watched them y past at dizzying speeds,

displaying the raw power of a jet ghter. Thepilots and their planes danced and conductedtheir aerial acrobatics to the delight of thecrowd. Painted in sharp contrast of brightblue and yellow, both the planes and theperformance were visually stunning andcaptured my attention with every move.

I went to law school in southern Virginiaand used to play golf at Eaglewoods locatedon Langley Air Force Base. While the coursehas some unique features, including powerlines that criss-cross a few holes (if you hitthem you get to replay the shot – no penalty),

what made the course truly unique was thepresence of jets.

The Thunderbirds, the Air Force equivalentof the Blue Angels, used to practice fairly

regularly at Langley. I’ll never forget playingthe rst hole and getting ready to putt whenthe noise – that noise that is unique to theirplanes – began in the near distance and grewlouder and louder until it was so deafeningthat I could have screamed at the top of mylungs and no one would have heard me. Thepremium on quiet that is the customarydomain of the links was shattered and I

reveled in the contrast.But as I recalled bygone days of golf mixed

with jets, something else in the sky caught myattention. Further up, at altitudes that werefar above the performance, there was a lonecommercial jet airliner leaving a nondescript

vapor trail across the sky. It was being ownat a steady speed in a perfectly straightline, a model of efciency as it was leavingCharleston airspace.

The jet airliner was utilitarian in everyrespect, fullling its mission of going from oneplace to another governed by a mandate toprovide a safe and uneventful experience forits passengers. Planes only make news today

when they don’t land properly; safe landingsare expected and taken for granted.

When the vast majority of us play golf, itis not in front of any cameras or crowds. Noone is watching what we are doing. Thereis nothing special or spectacular about ourability to hit or control a golf ball and shotsexecuted, even many of our very best, are

sub-standard compared to those who playthe game at its highest level.

In golf, tour players are the equivalent of the Blue Angels. They do what we dream.Hitting drives incredible distances, shapingshots and imposing their will on the ight of the ball, commanding it to turn left or right,y high or low, run out or land soft. They areour heroes and the ones we try to emulate.

If any of you play golf regularly, then youprobably know a player or two that doesn’thit the ball terribly long, consistently ndsthe fairway, doesn’t ever seem to get in muchtrouble, has a decent short game, putts pretty

well and no matter what the round usually

ends up at a nal score in the 70s or low 80s. They never really have either a great day or abad day.

And that’s the thing. Golf’s ultimatemeasuring stick is not power or ash,but score. Those players who master andpossess a mundane and seemingly ordinarybut consistent game always seem to nd a

way to post their number and their skill isunderappreciated.

I did a little checking. A Blue Angelapplicant need only have 1250 hours of ighttime while the standard to become an airlinepilot typically requires at least 3,000 hourstotal ight time.

I may not clap when the next ight I am onsafely touches down, but I will at least say

thank you. And the next time I play with my jet-airline-pilot-of-a-playing-partner, I amgoing to be sure to tip my hat to his skill, as

well.Until next time, play well.

Richard is a golf enthusiast, local lawyer and part-time writer seeking publication of a novel about golf. Contact him at donseve@ bellsouth.net. ©2010 Richard Hricik.

Appreciating our every day angelsBy RichaRd hRicik



April 30, 2010


April 30, 2010


Island Eye CalendarApril 30 - May 15

riday, April 30orth Charleston Arts Festival

pril 30 – May 8, 2010. The artlebration will feature local,gional and national artists withinvariety of disciplines. Activitiesll include 40 performances,t and photography exhibitions,

ands-on children’s activities andaft booths. Ticketed events suchplays, concerts, workshops

nd street parties will also beailable. For more information,ease call 740-5854 or visit www.rthcharleston.org.

aturday, May 1ay Day

ullivan’s Island Lighthousepen househe grounds, quarters, cupoland boathouse will be open toe public. Authors Margie Willisary and Kim McDermott willgn copies of their book, Southarolina Lighthouses. From 1 top.m. on the grounds of the U.S.oast Guard Historic District at15 I’On Avenue on Sullivan’sand. Free. For more info, call the

ark at 883-3123.

. Mark’s Spring Yard Sale30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at St. Mark’s

Lutheran Church, 300 PalmBlvd. Isle of Palms. The church’sinfamous breakfast sandwiches will also be available! 1/4 of proceeds go towards the Boys andGirls Club. For more info, call 886-8557.

Legare Farms Old FashionSpring PicnicEnjoy Legare Farms hamburgers,sausage dogs, potato salad, cornon the cob, homemade ice cream,and more. Bring your musicalinstrument and jam with RickyRio. We base this on the yardparties our Grandmother had inthe 1930’s and 40’s. Tickets canbe purchased by calling the ofce(559-0788) or e-mail legarefarms@ bellsouth.net. The cost is $20 foradults and $10 for children. www.legarefarms.org.

Tuesday, May 4National Teacher’s Day

Coastal Exploration Series:Discovering the ACE Basin This event will take place aboardthe E/V Discovery, travelinginto the heart of the ACE Basin with speakers Dr. Al Segars, KimCounts, and Kattie McMilian. The group will also travel toOtter Island, to experience

an undeveloped barrierisland. Depart by boat fromMcKenzie Field Station, ACEBasin. 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Register at: www.dnr.sc.gov/marine/NERR/seminarseries.html.For more info, call 953-9354.

Wednesday, May 5Cinco de Mayo

After School PaddleCome paddle with us after schoolat Palmetto Island County Park!We’ll spend some time reviewingand learning basic canoe andkayak strokes; then we’ll playsome fun paddling games! Pre-registration required. 3:30 p.m.-6p.m. Course # 22093. Ages 6 – 12.Fee: $12. For more info, call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.

Cinco de SUP at PICPCome celebrate with us at PalmettoIslands County Park. We will

explore the salt marsh channelsand keep an eye out for dolphinsin sombreros. For your comfort, we recommend that you havesome experience with SUPs. Pre-registration required. 5:30 p.m. - 8p.m. Course # 22040Age: 16 & up Fee: $36. For moreinfo, call 795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.

Thursday, May 6Salute to the MilitaryReception includes a programto present awards of communityservices to active-duty, reservists,civilians and a local business.Keynote Speaker: United States Transportation CommandSenior Leader (invited). Dress isbusiness casual/uniform of theday. Charleston Area ConventionCenter from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p. m.Regist er www.charlestonchamber.net.

Friday, May 7Charleston Ballet’s Decadent DivasGlamour returns to kick off theNorth Charleston Arts Festival asCBT’s highly acclaimed fashion,music and dance celebrationDecadent Divas makes a one nightonly appearance at the NorthCharleston Performing Arts Centerat 7:30 p.m. Tickets are availableonly by calling 1.800.745.3000at the NPAC Ticket Windows oronline at www.ticketmaster.comand all Ticketmaster Outlets.Adults $30 & $35. For moreinfo, call 723-7334 or go to www.charlestonballet.org

Native Plant Spring Symposium The South Carolina Native PlantSociety will be hosting their2010 Symposium May 7 – 9 at

Magnolia Plantation and theQuality Suites Convention Centerin North Charleston. Eventsinclude a barbeque and silentauction, a Lowcountry Boil withthe Gullah Singers and viewingof the movie, The Great Catesby,as well as many great lecturesand workshops. Register at www.regonline.com/2010_native_plant_ symposium. For more info, contactLisa Lord at 937-8807 ex. 13 [email protected]

Friday Night HoopsGirls and boys ages 7-12 can havea safe, fun Friday night shootinghoops. Learn proper passingtechniques and basic dribblingskills during drills and games. The cost is $10 per athlete. Call The IOP Recreation Departmentat 886-8294 to register. Sessionsare from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Rec.Department.

Saturday, May 8National Junior Ranger DayFamilies with children ages 12 and younger are invited to play gamesand learn about history from 10a.m. – 12 p.m. and 2 p. m – 4 p.m.Free. Fort Moultrie, 1214 MiddleStreet, Sullivan’s Island. For moreinfo, call 883-3123 or visit www.nps.gov/fosu.

Shagging on the CooperDance the night away under thestars at the new Mount PleasantPier while enjoying live classicoldies and beach music performedby the Ocean Drive Party Band. 7 – 11 p.m. Beverages and food willbe available for purchase on-site. Tickets: $10. For more info, call795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com.

Sunday, May 9Mother’s Day

Tuesday, May 11Coastal Exploration Series:Wetlands Night SoundsThis event, led by Tony Mills, aherpetologist with The LowcountryInstitute, will begin with apresentation highlighting a fewanimals that depend and thriveupon the isolated wetlands of theDonnelley Wildlife ManagementArea, an 8,000-acre tract of landmanaged by the DNR. 5:00 p.m.to 9:00 p.m. Register at: www.dnr.sc.gov/marine/NERR/seminarseries.html. For more info,call 953-9354.

Wednesday, May 12Nurse’s Day

Thursday, May 13Coastal Exploration Series:Exploring Lewis Ocean BayCome explore the plethora of natural wonders that abound atLewis Ocean Bay Heritage Preserve with Deanna Ruth of the DNR.We hope to nd native orchidsand carnivorous plants along the way. 9:00 a.m. to Noon. Registerat: www.dnr.sc.gov/marine/NERR/seminarseries.html. Formore info, call 953-9354.

Friday, May 14Friday Night HoopsGirls and boys ages 7-12 can havea safe, fun Friday night shootinghoops. Learn proper passingtechniques and basic dribblingskills during drills and games. The cost is $10 per athlete. Call The IOP Recreation Departmentat 886-8294 to register. Sessionsare from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Rec.Department.

Saturday, May 15Armed Forces Day

Mom to Mom Thrift SaleSale features items such as toys,books, clothing, baby equipment,bedding, furniture and morefrom 100 different consignorsand vendors. All proceeds willgo to Lowcountry Orphan Relief.At the National Guard Armory,245 Mathis Ferry Rd. in MountPleasant from 7-11 a.m., and thenfrom 12:30-2 p.m. for the 50% off sale. $1 entry fee. For more info,visit www.m2msale.webs.com.

Charleston County Librarypresents: ArmidaCharleston County Public Libraryis continuing its series of free

performances from the Met’s 2009-2010 season. All performances areshown in the Charleston CountyMain Library Auditorium, 68Calhoun Street with high-denitionvideo and 7.1 surround sound.Armida will begin at 1:30 p.m. Formore info, call 805-6930 or visit www.ccpl.org.

Jane Austen Society meeting The JAS will present a lectureon “Muslin” by John Meffert. Allare welcome! The meeting beginsat1:30 in the Berkeley ElectricBldg., 3351 Maybank Hwy, Johns

Island, 29455. For info, call 766453

The Little MermaidGo on a journey ‘Under the Seain this modern fairytale classicchoreographed by CBT’s BalletMaster Stephen Gabriel. May15 & 16 at 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. atthe Black Box Theatre. Adults$20, Children $10. For moreinfo, call 723-7334 or go to wwcharlestonballet.org



As thrift sales for children’s goods continue to thrive across theLowcountry, the MOMS Clubs of Mount Pleasant are once againhosting their bi-annual Mom to Mom Sale. The sale takes place

May 15 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the National Guard Armory, 245Mathis Ferry Rd. in Mount Pleasant. The doors will open at 7 a.m.and close at 11 a.m., and then reopen from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. for the

50% off sale of all remaining items.Hosted by all three Mount Pleasant MOMS (Moms Offering Moms

Support) Clubs, which is a network of new and tenured stay-at-home moms who come together in friendship to support one anotherthrough the journey of motherhood, the sale features items, such astoys, books, clothing, baby equipment, bedding, furniture and morefrom 100 different consignors and vendors.

All proceeds will go to the beneting charity for the spring Momto Mom Sale - Lowcountry Orphan Relief - which is based in North

Charleston and provides goods and services to children who have beenvictims of abuse and neglect. For more information about LowcountryOrphan Relief, please visit www.lowcountryorphanrelief.org.

This is a CASH ONLY sale and there is a $1 admittance fee that also goes directly to the charity. For more information about the sale, please visit the new Mom to Mom Sale website: www.m2msale.webs.com. The MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support) Club is an international non-prot support group for mothers who choose to stay at home to raise their children. There are currently three MOMS Club chapters in the Mount Pleasant area. The goals of MOMS club are to support one another,

share and educate each other on topics of interest to mothers, and to help children in the community. Mothers

are encouraged to bring children to all activities. For more info about MOMS Club or to get involved, please visit www.momsclub.org.

16 April 30, 2010


First wildowers of Spring

T hanks to Sullivan's Island resident David DeAntonio, thenorthern curb of Station 22 ½ will soon be covered withbeautiful Black-Eyed Susans, Indian Blankets and Beach

Night Primrose. David has been maintaining these wildowersfor years and intends to continue encouraging their growth for

years to come, so keep your eyes open for a bevy of beauty astemperatures warm and more of these beautiful owers springinto life. Thanks, David!

Photo by DaviD Deantonio

The rst Black-Eyed Susan of the season along Station 22 ½on Sullivan's Island.

Clothe your kids for cheap and support a local charity



17 April 30, 2010


On April 15, the children of Sullivan’s IslandElementary celebrated their very rst Spanishnight with the help of their new Spanish

teacher, Senora Elena Castillo. While parents enjoyeda potluck of homemade Spanish foods, the fthgrade class performed an interpretation of “a nightat a restaurant” entirely in Spanish, with severaltraditional Spanish songs sung by the rst gradestudents. Following the play, a group of professionaldancers performed a traditional Spanish dance,complete with a restaurant backdrop and colorfulcostuming.

The evening wrapped up with a special guestspeaker, Pedro Rodriguez, a professional artist andmusician. Using his own paintings for illustration,Pedro told the story of San Juan, Puerto Rico, whileit was under siege in the late 1700s. He described

how the children would become bored with nothingto do and nowhere to go, so a kind-hearted musicianshared with them some items from his “magic bag.”With that, Pedro brought out his own magic bag andproceeded to hand out more than twenty musicalinstruments to the children. Then, with a rhythmictapping of his foot, Pedro told the children to “playfrom their heart,” before launching into a traditionalSpanish song. The children clapped and played, andeven the parents got into the music.

The school hopes to encourage more eveningslike “Spanish Night,” giving the students a chanceto showcase their newly-learned skills while alsogiving the parents an opportunity to congratulatetheir children on what they've learned.

Los niños bailan y cantan muy bien en Español

(left) Professional dancers demonstrate traditional

Spanish dances. (above) Artist/musician Pedro

Rodriquez hands out instruments. (right) Fifth grade

student, Isabella Minton, introduces the fth grade play.



Former rst lady of SouthCarolina and Sullivan’sisland resident Jenny

Sanford has been nominatedfor Intentional Mother of theYear. Established three yearsago to recognize one woman

who exemplies the tenets of an intentional approach tomotherhood, “Intentional Mom of the Year” has named Sanford asone of ve nominees. The publiccan vote through Mother’s Day,May 9, at the Intentional Mother

website for their favorite nominee, www.intentionalmoms.org.

Intentional Moms, founded byCatherine Hickem, challengesmoms everywhere to embrace astrategic and long-term focus onparenting goals. The organizationseeks to reach moms nationwide

with Hickem’s message to “ThinkAbout It” and to provide hope

and encouragement regardingthe potential of raising one’schildren with no regrets. Thenominees for the award werebased on meeting a set of sevencriteria from Hickem’s book“Raising Your Children withNo Regrets: 7 Principles of anIntentional Mother.” Awardcriteria include being intentionalabout:

Understanding a mom’s•purposeBeing a student of one’s child•Being a vision keeper for the•childAssisting the child in•developing emotional

intelligenceMaintaining one’s position•Being intentional•Relying on one’s faith for•strength and support

Ms. Sanford and Ms. Hickemagreed to a Q&A with The IslandEye News.

Q for Ms. Sanford: How do youfeel about being recognized withthis honor?A: I am truly honored to berecognized as an IntentionalMom of the Year. While I canhonestly say that I had not

previously heard of IntentionalMoms prior to receiving thisdistinction, as soon as I read theseven criteria for the IntentionalMom of the Year I became aninstant fan of the organization. Iam in full agreement with eachof the seven guiding principles.

Q for Ms. Hickem: In your own words please tell us why youfeel Ms. Sanford earned thisrecognition?

A: Our Intentional Mom of the Year contest was donein a ve-winner format this

year to showcase the manytypes of moms that can be

intentional. We chose JennySanford because she is anextraordinary example of anintentional mom: in short, shepersonies a thinking, faith-based woman who greatlyvalues her role as a mother.

From the very beginning of hermotherhood journey, she hasmaintained her focus that shehas an incredible responsibilityto instill faith, character, duty,and a moral compass within hersons. She has honored them aspeople even though they werechildren and she knows themas individuals and their uniquetalents. She has maximized heropportunities to teach her boysabout many aspects of life andhas used difcult moments todirect back to their faith andtheir character.

Q for Ms. Sanford:What is your denition of an intentional

mother?A: While I believe the sevencriteria outlined by theorganization provide a thoroughdenition of an intentional mom,I have long described my role ina slightly different but whollycomplimentary manner. As Idescribed in my brief statementto the press last summer andreiterated in my memoir Staying

True, I believe as in Psalm 127that “sons are a gift from theLord and children a reward fromHim.” And, while I may not getthings right, I believe that during

the important childhood years,it is important that each of us asparents do the best we can toraise condent, thinking, faithfulchildren of character- children

who will be productive and giveback to society in their own

way as they age and then raisetheir own children in time if soblessed. I have long believed thatthough I may be a productivemember of society in many

ways, the greatest legacy I willleave behind in this world is thecharacter of the children I raise.For that reason, I have longfocused intently on modeling

behavior for my boys that willserve them well as I work toinstill good values and characterso they have the roots neededto thrive in this world when it istime for them to move on frommy care.

Q for Ms. Sanford: What makes you proud of your children?Anything or any incident inparticular that stands out?

A: I am particularly proud of mychildren during this last year forthe resilience and understandingthey have shown in the face of unfortunate and unforeseen

circumstances. They have all

adjusted to a new school andnew friends beautifully and areall doing well scholastically andindependently. Furthermore,our oldest son, Marshall,successfully made the transitionin his senior year of high school

and then was accepted at everyschool to which he applied - anaccomplishment for any youngman.

Q for both ladies: Growingup, what in your own homesor experiences might haveinuenced your future motheringabilities?A from Ms. Sanford: I learnedfrom my own mother theimportance of self-condenceand have worked to make sureour boys develop that quality,too. Additionally, through my

years on Wall Street and in

politics, I have seen too many young people who lack the abilityto think on their feet or theylack the character to help workthrough life’s challenges and sohave added these as qualities I

would like to help instill in myboys.A from Ms. Hickem: My mom

was what dened for me thedenition of intentional mother.

She was a thinking mom whorespected me and believed thebest about me. She gave meopportunities to think as wellas learn from life experiencesin order to allow me to developcondence in my decision-

making. She was a woman whogreatly relied on her faith in Godand trusted Him with me. Shetaught me about life, prioritiesand that my value came in whoI was. She also taught me thatI was in charge of my characterand integrity and no one couldtake it away from me. I amincredibly privileged to be thedaughter of Mary Ann Taylor.

Q for both ladies: How doesfaith play a role in being anintentional mother?A from Ms. Sanford: I am aChristian and believe that faith

is an important part of who I amand how I mother. I have manyclose friends of all walks of life,some of whom are incredibleparents because of the waythey parent and focus on theright connections with theirchildren, regardless of their faithor lack thereof or their sexual


April 30, 201018

Jenny Sanford nominated for mother of the year awardBy AlAn l. Kleinfeld

Interview continued on pg 19



19 April 30, 2010


preference. I happen to prefer,however, to lead a life lled

with faith for the sheer powerand comfort I receive from theunfailing love of my God.A from Ms. Hickem: For me,being a Christian has not beenabout religion or denominationalties. It has been about arelationship with God who has

been the source of my strength, wisdom and courage in the journey of my motherhood.I have faced some very deepvalleys in my role as a mom andit has been the comfort of myfaith that has given hope in themidst of despair, strength in themidst of weakness, and comfortin the moments my heart wasbreaking. A person, and a mom,is intentional when she has alaser focus on an outcome orgoal. She can be intentional

without having a faith whenshe embraces a mindset thatshe will give her role as a momeverything thing she has. A mom

can be intentional if she is athinking mom who is a studentof her children, keeps her eye onthe goal of their adulthood, andrecognizes that who they are ismore important than what theydo. I believe this is somethingany woman can do, with or

without faith. The faith part of being an intentional mom is notfor the purpose of judgment orcriticism when one’s children

make unpopular choices. It isfor the wisdom, discernment,and peace that can give a momthe strength to face whateverobstacle she might encounter.Every person needs something tohold onto when the storms of lifecome and faith is a gift parentscan give their children long aftertheir parents are no longer intheir daily lives.

Q for Ms. Sanford: What advice would you give struggling and/or young mothers in today’s ever-changing environment? Whatshould they know to help themmake the best decisions for theirfamilies?A: Life is never easy and raisinggood children is incrediblydifcult even without thechallenges that get layered on.I nd it is important to know

yourself and your values rst,strengthened by your own faith.

Then it is important to work todo the best you can to instillvalues in your children, usingrelationships with your friends,

your family and your faith tohelp to strengthen and guide

you along the way. I never feelas if I have all the answers butI do know that if I am careful,thoughtful and prayerful and if I listen well to those close to me,I can usually work to a peacefulresolution for whatever comesmy way.

Interview from pg 18

Catherine Hickem.Jennie Sanford.

Island actress

recognized by CIFFProvided by rose dreier

R

achel Jackson, daughterof Isle of Palms residentMichael Jackson and

step-daughter of Rose Dreier, was recently recognized duringthe Charleston InternationalFilm Festival (CIFF) for her lm,3 Things. The lm, co-writtenand co-produced by Jackson,is a visual mix-tape about love

which follows two remarkablecharacters who meet eachother at the precise rightand wrong moments in theirlives. For her performance inthe lm, Rachel received theaward of “Best Actress” givenby Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina. The lm wasalso shown at the 2010 Los

Angeles Film Festival. To view3 Things, visit

www.3thingslm.com.

Rachel Jackson is anactress, writer,and producerextraordinaire.She has studiedat ColumbiaUniversity,William EsperStudio, BeverlyHills Playhouseand theGroundlings.

Following hergraduation fromColumbia, shestarted two not-for-prot artsorganizations:Flow Inc. and

Crooked Neck Productions.Crooked Neck has producedmany plays both in LA and

NY; most notably the NYpremiere of Me, My Guitar andDon Henley written by KristaVernoff of Grey’s Anatomy.

This past year, Rachel hasdedicated herself to writing 3

Things and a web series entiteldYogafornication which focuseson the dark underbelly of the

yoga community. In additionto her writing projects, Rachelhas recently starred in thelm Autodoc and the worldpremiere of the play At Heart.

For more info, check out her website www.

rachelgrantjackson.com.

Actor Rachel Jackson.



20 April 30, 2010


Kids, send your guess for this week’s EyeSpy to: [email protected]

or call 886-NEWS. Please include yourmailing address with your submission.

Do you know what this is? The rst one to send in the correct answer for the EyeSpy will receive a coupon for a free ice cream at Café

Medley on Sullivan's Island. Lacy Ambose guessed lastissues Eye Spy, it is the dolphin weather vane on the

Sullivan's side of Breach Inlet.

Eye Spy

That’s where he was! The Unlucky Dog decided to stick around

after the Easter Egg Hunt at the Isle of Palms Recreation Center and

learned how to play basketball. Luckily, the Afterschool PE & Fitness

Class found Unlucky on Tuesday, April 20, and brought him safely

back home

to the Island

Eye. Thanks

so much to our

team of Island

Investigators:

Cooper Fabrizio,

Hartley DePass,Bronson

Fabrizio, Brycen

DePass and

Kyler Psenka.

Congratulations

on nding the

Unlucky Dog!

Photo by Karrie Farrell

The Unlucky Dog

has been found!

On Saturday, May 8, 2010,

Fort Moultrie will hold the

fourth annual National

Junior Ranger Day. Families with

children ages 12 and younger are

invited to come outside and play

games and learn about history

from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 2 p.m

– 4 p.m. This program is free.

Participants will learn and

play games that children would

have played in the 18th

and 19th

centuries. Games will include

“duck, duck, goose”, sack races,

hop scotch, Charleston bridge,

hoop and stick, and many

more. Children who

participate will earn a

special National Ranger

patch and certicate.

Junior Ranger

programs help connect

children and their

families to their National

Parks. Many parks

have Junior Ranger

programs. Locally, Fort

Sumter Monument,Fort Moultrie, and

Charles Pinckney

National Historic Site

have Junior Ranger

programs to help

children learn the story

of each site. A booklet is completed

by exploring the history of the

site and the reward is a Junior

Ranger badge. These programs

are offered on a daily basis.

Fort Moultrie is a unit of Fort

Sumter National Monument and

is located at 1214 Middle Street,

Sullivan’s Island. The fort and

visitor center are open daily from 9

a.m. – 5 p.m. except for New Year’s,

Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.For more info, call 883-3123 or

visit www.nps.gov/fosu

National Junior Ranger

Day at Fort Moultrie

Hoop and stick was a popular game in the early 1900s.



Cub Scout Pack 59celebrated the 100th anniversary of Boy Scouts

in America with a jam-packed dayof events on Saturday, March 20,at the Palmetto Islands CountyPark in Mount Pleasant. Two

Tiger dens, led by Susan and JimBallenger and Bobby Cummings,received their Tiger badges, andall scouts - Tigers, Wolves, Bears,and Webelos - paraded across thepark to a pair of bridges wheresix Webelos Scouts received their“Arrow of Light” and bridged over

into Boy Scouts.Etiwan District Executive

William Etheridge and EtiwanDistrict Unit CommissionerLucille Watson were on handfor the festivities. Troop 502Scoutmaster Guy Powell andAssistant Scoutmaster PatMcArthur assisted in theceremonies and welcomed AJSchmidt, Andrew Killough,Clayton Johnson, Jack Marino,Elliott Suggs, and Wynn Fabrizioas Boy Scouts with Troop 502.

The awards ceremonies werefollowed by theannual Blue andGold Banquetluncheon at theSweetgum picnicshelter, and thePack PinewoodDerby capped off the events of theday. Cubmaster

Tim Holbrook

commented, “InCub Scouts, welove to have fun,and when you puta racetrack in themiddle of a groupof cub scoutssurrounded by

cheering family and friends, youare going to have fun. Manyof the cars were very fast, but I

was most impressed by the goodsportsmanship displayed by all.”The Pack 59 2010 PinewoodDerby winners are:For Best Car Design: 1st - Weston Burnett2nd - Christian Huggins, and 3rd - Connor RiceFor Speed: 1st - Tanner Cummings2nd - Gates Temple3rd - Cameron Crow4th - Rivers Ulmer.

The Judges Choice award waspresented to AJ Schmidt. Thetop four speed winners, as wellas the design winner, advancedto the Etiwan District PinewoodDerby at James B. EdwardsElementary School on Saturday,April 24.

Pack 59 is chartered by

Stella Maris Catholic Church on Sullivan’s Island. For more information about Pack 59, contact Ken Huggins, Committee Chair, at [email protected] For more info about Cub Scouts and the Boy Scouts of America, contact William Etheridge at 763-0305 or visit www.coastalcarolinabsa.org.

21 April 30, 2010


Photos by steven suggs

Derbies, arrows, banquets and ceremoniesby carol killough

Wolf Scout John Liberatos leads the recitation

of the “Cub Scout Promise”, with the help of

Tiger scouts Landon Peters, Ansel Dietrich,

River Abedon and Jackson Erfani.

Pack 59 Webelos Scout Elliott Suggs receives his boy scouts

epaulets and is welcomed into Troop 502 during his bridging

over ceremony by Troop 502 Scoutmaster Guy Powell,

Assistant Scoutmaster Pat McArthur and Scout Daniel

McArthur, while Etiwan Unit Commissioner Lucille Watson

looks on.



22 April 30, 2010


Marla Loftus lived a life upon the

raging ocean of corporate America.

A former marketing manager

for Starbucks, Marla is one of the reasonsthe coffee company exists in the South

today.

But her love for the beach, passion for

the arts, and survival through breast cancer

changed the tides of her life’s course. Today,

the Isle of Palms resident works in the non-

prot sector for the Gibbes Museum as its

communication director.

“I feel like I am surrounded by art from

the moment I wake up until I go to bed,”

said Marla, smiling. “It just expresses itself

in different forms. When I am riding my

bike in the morning around Wild Dunes or

walking the halls of the Gibbs museum. I

see Charleston’s life painted everywhere.”

Marla’s ability to see beauty all aroundher comes from a soulful place. While

facing a ‘raging upper storm’, she was able

to nd serenity deep within. “I don’t think

of myself as a breast cancer survivor,” Marla

averred. “I don’t even like that expression.

I simply lived my life each 24 hour period and

put it in the back of my mind.”

Marla was able to conquer her daily

battles while working full time for the

museum. She is also a part time Professor

at the College of Charleston in the Arts

Management Department. In her ‘free time’,

she is a student working on a master’s degree

in communications.

The busy Loftus has been cancer-free for two

years and looks at her past experience with

complete acceptance. “One out of every

eight women,” Marla said thoughtfully,

“so I stopped asking ‘Why me’ and startedasking ‘Why not me?’” Her soft spoken

determination to be a survivor is evident.

Marla is also active in the island

community as a member of the Isle of

Palms Neighborhood Association. Her

husband, Michael, is on the City Council.

“We love it here,” said Marla. “The island

attracts good people and has an energy

that revitalizes the spirit.”

And if there is anyone who would know

about revitalizing the soul and nding

renewed energy, its Marla. Her zest for the

arts, love of teaching and giving back to

the community is only a small part of what

make her one of the “women to watch” in

our island home.Colette Harrington hosts the TV show

Daughters of Charleston (DOC), which

features women making a difference in

the Lowcountry. Marla has been a guest on her

program. DOC can be seen on Comcast channel

230 on Sundays at 10:30 p.m. and Tuesdays at

7 p.m., or by going to the station’s website

www.wlcntv.com .

Meet Marla LoftusBy Colette Harrington

When winds are raging o’er the upper ocean / And billows wild contend with angry roar, / ’Tis said, far down beneath the wild commotion / That peaceful stillness reigneth evermore. ~ Harriet Beacher Stowe

Marla Loftus.

Island Girl




23 April 30, 2010

Charles Lawrance began hisart career in 1970 whenhis mother’s water broke

in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Growing upin the outdoors and embracingnature inspired a life long passionfor expressing himself through

art. He received his B.F.A. in1993 at the Maryland InstituteCollege of Art.

As a career artist, Charles hasbeen well received by both criticsand collectors. “FINART”, thename given to his unique styleof contemporary wildlifeand surrealism, is alsothe name of his studio inFells Point on the harborin Baltimore. Working andliving in the ChesapeakeBay region as well as histravel experiences havedrawn Charles close tohis subject matter which

includes both marine and wild life.

His contemporary workis ercely provocative anddelightfully disturbing. Culturestribal and modern, beings humanand animal, meet on canvasand invite the viewer to drawconclusions about the surrealnature of reality. Playful and

profoundly mystical, Lawrancecaptures imagination in the netof his palette and brush.

Come see Lawrance's workat The Island Gallery, locatedat 2214 Middle St, Sullivan'sIsland.

Upstream art

Red Snappers, by Charles Lawrance.

T he Great Egret is a year-round resident in theLowcountry and is also

found from Canada south toArgentina, in Europe, Australia,and Asia. Adults have identicalplumage and weigh about twopounds. They feed in a varietyof wetlands, including marshesand swamps, and their dietconsists mostly of sh and smallinvertebrates, although they will

also feed on amphibians, smallmammals, and even small birds.

They are distinguished fromthe Snowy Egret by their largersize, dark legs and feet(Snowy Egrets havedark legs and yellowfeet), and their yellowbeaks (Snowy Egretshave black beaks).

They nest in coloniesover water, oftentimeson small islands inponds. I photographedthis egret recently in abreeding colony in DillPlantation on James

Island. (This individual

is actually in non-breedingplumage.) This rookery, foundon two small islands within apond, currently contains over 40pairs of Wood Storks, a handful of Little Blue Herons, White Ibises,Snowy Egrets, and Anhingas,not to mention alligators! TheHighway Department is stillconsidering extending I-526through Dill Plantation in veryclose proximity to the heron

ponds. Hopefully the presenceof breeding Wood Storks, anendangered species, will preventthis from happening.

Great EgretBy Sarah Dargan harper

Dargan's Birds

p h

o t o B y S a r a h D a r g a n h a r p e r

Great Egret.

County recyclingto collect cardboardDuring the11th Annual Earth Day Festival, Charleston County

Council member Colleen Condon announced that CharlestonCounty’s Environmental Management Department has expandedits recycling program to accept corrugated cardboard as part of its residential curbside recycling program. Corrugated cardboardis considered cardboard boxes with a middle “wafe-like” layer.

In addition to cardboard, the County is now also acceptingall paper items to include envelopes with plastic windows, gift

wrapping paper, etc. “We are excited to announce that CharlestonCounty now accepts cardboard and all types of paper in ourcurbside bins and drop sites,” Condon said. “If you can tear it,recycle it in your bin.”How to recycle cardboard:

Residents with curbside service can now place cardboard at•the curb with their regular recyclables that are placed in onebin for plastic bottles, glass bottles, aluminum cans, steelcans and aerosol cans, and in another bin for paper, such asmagazines, newspaper, junk mail, paperboard (examples:cereal boxes, tissue boxes, etc.) and ofce paper.Curbside residents should atten and place cardboard•boxes, up to three feet by three feet in size, between orunder their two bins or inside a separate bin. Curbsiderecycling in Charleston County is collected bi-weekly in the

urban areas starting at 7 a.m.Rural residents, as well as curbside users who have•cardboard pieces larger than three feet by three feet, candrop their cardboard off at the drop site locations andCounty staffed Convenience Centers. Charleston CountyEnvironmental Management maintains 40 cardboard dropsites and eight Convenience Centers located throughoutthe County.Residents in the rural parts of the County can utilize drop•sites and Convenience Centers for recycling services. Dropsite locations are open 24 hours per day and seven days a

week and are not staffed. Convenience Centers are staffedby Environmental Management Department employees.

Residents can call 720-7111 or visit recycle.charlestoncounty.

org to nd out their recycling collection day, the nearest drop

site location, and Convenience Center addresses and hours of

operation.

IOP Yard Sale The IOP Rec Center

was ooded with

yard sale fanatics on

Saturday, April 17.

Items ranging from

clothes to books to

quirky clocks and

bottle caps were sold

during the event, and just about everyone

walked away with a

grin and a unique

item. The yard sale is

also one of the biggest

fundraisers of the

year for the Isle of

Palms Neighborhood

Association (pictured

below).



For its exemplary recordof leadership, service,and activities that serve

to improve the school andcommunity, Wando HighSchool has been awarded a2010 National Gold Council

of Excellence Award by theNational Association of StudentCouncils. Over 150 high schools

were named National Councilsof Excellence, but Wando is oneof 131 high schools nationwideto receive the highly-esteemedhonor of being named a NationalGold Council of Excellence.

To meet the requirements forthe National Council of Excellenceaward, a student council mustdemonstrate that it meets avariety of criteria. Those Councilsnamed to the Gold level have meta greater number of the criterionthan other nominated schools. Inaddition to basic requirements

such as a written constitution,regular meetings, a democraticelection process, and membershipin NASC, schools that qualifyfor the award demonstrate suchthings as leadership trainingfor council members, teacher/staff appreciation activities,student recognition programs,school and community serviceprojects, spirit activities, goal

setting, fnancial planning, andactive participation in their stateand national student councilassociations.

“Receiving a NASC NationalGold Council of ExcellenceAward indicates a dedication on

the part of the local school toproviding a strong, well-roundedstudent council program,” says

Jeff Sherrill, associate director of NASC. “NASC applauds the workof the National Gold Councils of Excellence and challenges themto continue their exemplaryefforts to serve their schools asthe elected representatives of their student body.”

“I was so happy and sorelieved,” said Page Fortuna,Wando student body president.“Mrs. Spangler and I put so much

work into it, and to fnally receivethe award was the greatest thing!I’m so proud of our Student

Council. This award confrms that we are taking on great leadershiproles and making great strides atWando High School.”

The National Association of Student Councils (NASC) promotes and provides leadership development opportunities to prepare and empower students to serve their schools and communities. NASC is a program

of the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). The NASSP—the preeminent organization and national voice for middle level and high school leaders—also sponsors the National Honor

Society (NHS) and the National

Junior Honor Society (NJHS), which recognizes outstanding middle level and high school students who demonstrate excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership,service, and character. For more information on NASC, visit www.

nasc.us.


24 April 30, 2010

Wando receives Gold Council of ExcellenceProvided by diAnnA SPAngler

Sullivan's Lighthouseopen house

Join the National Park Service for a lighthouse open house

on Saturday, May 1, 2010. The event takes place from 1 p.m. to

4 p.m. on the grounds of the U.S. Coast Guard Historic District

at 1815 I’On Avenue on Sullivan’s Island.

The Historic District represents the evolution of events

important in United States maritime history from 1895 to 1962.

Commissioned in 1962 as the last major lighthouse to be built in

the United States, the Sullivan’s Island Lighthouse replaced theMorris Island Lighthouse, which was built in 1876.

The grounds, quarters, cupola and boat house will be open to

the public from 1 to 4 p.m. Because of safety concerns, only the

lower section of the lighthouse will be open to the public. Authors

Margie Willis Clary and Kim McDermott will sign copies of their

book, South Carolina Lighthouses, which will be available for

purchase. All activities are free and open to the public. For more

information, call the park at 883-3123.



25 April 30, 2010


Police Blotter

The following is a synopsis of the police reports for Sullivan’sIsland for the month of March:

March 2, 2010: A complainantcame into the police station andreported that while patronizingthe establishments on the islandseveral days before, her cellphone was stolen.

March 3, 2010: A complainantreported that a pole, sign, anddog bag dispenser had beenstolen from the Station 22 beachpath.

March 7, 2010: Home Teamreported that four subjects

were in the establishment and were acting suspiciously. Thesubjects appeared to be casingthe restaurant. A description

was gathered and the area wassearched with negative results.

March 10, 2010: A complainantreported that several nails wereremoved from several windows of her residence.

March 10, 2010: An ofcerfound a door of the schoolpropped open with a broomstick. The school was checkedand then secured.

March 11, 2010: A vehicle wasstopped for a trafc violation.While conducting the stop, theofcer observed that the driverappeared to be intoxicated andnoticed an open container in theconsole of the vehicle. Further

investigation resulted in thedriver being arrested and lodgedinto the Charleston County jail.

March 14, 2010: Ofcersresponded to Poe’s Tavern inreference to a disturbancebetween several patrons. Thestaff advised the ofcers that twointoxicated females were causingtrouble with other patrons. Oneof the females was arrested dueto her inability to sit in a chairand while escorting her out, the

other approached the ofcer andattempted to strike the ofcer.

The second female was arrestedand both were lodged into theCharleston County jail.

March 15, 2010: A complainantreported that a neighbor’soutside light was shining in his

window. Town staff worked toeliminate the problem.

March 15, 2010: Ofcersresponded to a dispute in thebusiness district between ahusband and wife. They werearguing about who was drivinghome. The ofcer determinedthat neither was capable of driving and they agreed to hire acab.

March 18, 2010: Ofcersresponded to a dispute betweena father and son. Ofcers learnedthat there was no physicalcontact and the mother was onher way to pick the son up. Themother arrived and the son left

without incident.

March 18, 2010: A complainantreported that the vehicle he wasdriving was damaged when themirror struck a tree limb that

was sticking into the roadway.

March 19, 2010: A complainantreported that he was beingharassed by the neighbor whilehe was working on the housenext door.

March 21, 2010: A subject was

observed walking in the businessdistrict with an open containerof alcohol. The ofcer follow thesubject, who sat down on therear steps of High Thyme andbegan to smoke what he believedto be marijuana. When theofcer approached the subject,she admitted to the ofcer that it

was marijuana and gave all shehad to the ofcer. The subject

was arrested and lodged into theCharleston County jail.

March 21, 2010: An ofcerobserved a vehicle parked onthe beach path near the SandDunes Club. When the ofcerapproached, he observed afemale who appeared to beintoxicated. There were severalbeer cans on the oorboard of the vehicle and a can containingalcohol on the console. Theofcer also observed a canoutside the vehicle on theground. The female was arrestedand lodged into the CharlestonCounty jail.

March 22, 2010: A complainantreported that someone enteredher parent’s summer home andremoved some alcohol.

March 24, 2010: A vehicle wasstopped for speeding and duringthe stop it was learned that thedriver did not have a driver’slicense. The subject was arrestedand lodged into theCharleston County jail.

March 24, 2010: A subject was found sitting in a vehiclein a church parking lot. Whenthe ofcer approached, heobserved that the subject wasintoxicated and had several opencontainers inside the vehicle. Thesubject was arrested and lodgedinto the Charleston County jail.

March 25, 2010: Ofcers were dispatched to the beachpath of Station 22 in referenceto several subjects who were

acting disorderly. On arrival theofcer observed the subjectsvandalizing the signs at the pathhead. The subjects were charged

with the violations.

March 25, 2010: Severalsubjects were located sellingmagazines door to door. Thesubjects were told that abusiness license was needed inorder to sell the magazines and

were made to quit.

March 28, 2010: Ofcersreceived a complaint of noise at aresidence. When ofcers arrived,no one was at the residence.

March 29, 2010: An ofcerobserved a vehicle that hadan expired registration. Afterstopping the vehicle it waslearned that the driver’s license

was suspended. The subject was arrested and lodged intothe CharlestonCounty jail.



26 April 30, 2010


Financial

In life, you can’t avoid all risksand you shouldn’t try, becauseendeavors that carry risk also

bring the prospect of reward.And it’s certainly the same in theinvestment world. So instead of trying to invest risk-free, whichis impossible, learn to recognizethe different types of investmentrisk while becoming familiar with

your own risk tolerance. To start with, let’s quickly look

at some of the most commonforms of investment risk:

• Risk of losing principal: Thisis the type of risk most commonlyassociated with investing. Youcould lose some, or even all,of your principal if you sell aninvestment, such as a stock,

whose value has dropped lowerthan the purchase price. Youcan’t eliminate the risk of losingprincipal, but you may be able

to reduce it by buying qualitystocks and holding them longenough to overcome short-termmarket drops.

• Ination risk: With aninvestment that pays a xed rateof return, such as a certicateof deposit (CD), you run the riskof not keeping up with ination,

which means you could losepurchasing power over time.Consequently, it’s a good ideanot to “overload” on these typesof investments.

• Interest-rate risk : When youown a bond, your investmentis somewhat at the mercy of changing market interest rates.For example, if you buy a bondthat pays four percent interest,and market rates rise so thatnewly issued bonds pay ve

percent, the relative value of your bond will go down; no one will pay you face value of yourbond when they can get newones that pay higher rates. Of course, if you hold your bondsuntil maturity, which is often agood idea, you can avoid beingvictimized by interest-rate risk.

• Concentration risk: Thistype of risk occurs when youhave too much of your moneyconcentrated in one area, suchas in a particular stock or in oneindustry. If a downturn strikesthat stock or industry, yourportfolio could take a big hit. Tocombat this type of risk, you needto diversify your holdings amongstocks, bonds, governmentsecurities and other investments.While diversication, by itself,cannot guarantee a prot orprotect against a loss, it can helpreduce the effect of volatility.

In addition to understandingthe above types of risk, you alsoneed to be familiar with your ownrisk tolerance and how it affects

your investment strategy. If youare constantly worried about

“the market,” you’ve probablygot too many investments thatare at risk of losing principal. Atthe other end of the spectrum,if you’re always concerned that

your portfolio won’t grow enoughto generate the income you’lleventually need for retirement,

you may be investing tooconservatively — and, as a result,

you’re inviting ination risk.Ultimately, you need to match

your own risk tolerance witha strategy that allows you toachieve your goals. This willrequire self-awareness, patience,discipline and, at times, a

willingness to move outside of your own “comfort zone.” Bylearning to balance and managerisk, you can ultimately put

yourself in a position to pursue your investment strategy.

This article was provided by

Edward Jones, located at 1505

Palm Blvd on the Isle of Palms.

You can reach them at 886-9229

or visit www.edwardjones.com.

When investing, learn all aspects of riskBy Dimi matouchev




Sullivan’s IslandBusiness District Directory

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882-8005always showing multiple artists and mediums

Carl B. Hubbard

Member of the National Association

of Consumer Advocates

882-81302201 Middl S, Sui 5chublaw@comcas.

Attorney at Law debt harrassment ~ credit report errors

credit denials ~ credit privacy invasion

identity theft ~ unfair bills & charges

debt collection lawsuit defense

Dulav’s Pub

883-9646 2213 Middl S

Monday - Thursday

30¢ Wings

Lunch & dinner-dine in only

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883-9101 2205 Middle Steet

Now offeringKeratin Complex Smoothing Therapy

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Sulliva’s

Ten dollar GifT CerTifiCaTe

Family owned and operated for 20 years

$10$10

5-9PM OnLy.Cannot be combined with any other offer.

Minimum $25 food purchase. Dine in only. 18% gratuity added before discount. Expires April 30, 2010.

883-3222 2019 Middle St

883-5030Mn-fri: Luch & Dir 11am - 10pm

Sat-Sun: Bruch 8am - 2pm,

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Hr's wha som of hir clis sa:

"We appreciated the way you all walked us through this process without ever patronizing us. Sand Dollar Real Estate treated us with respect and honored the fact that buying a house is a big deal. We liked the laid back yet professional approach and are now living THE dream! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts" ~Hillar ad JoSulliva's Islad

"Tom proved to be highly responsive, reliable, and very easy to work with. All of this was very important since we were 2,000 miles away."

~echar ad Pollnow a hom o Kiawah!

"Jeff and everyone else at Sand Dollar were able to strike the perfect balance of professional, consistent, respectful,informed, energetic and calm service. Jason and your awesome team truly represent the real-ness & good vibrations that the Low Country is all about, and you are the

perfect Realtors for folks like us. They gave us a new image of realtors!" ~nick & MimiFoll Bach, SC

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754-1237 2205 Middle St, #102

island eye news - april 30, 2010

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