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Ally Bowers and Mikey Mueller grew uptogether from preschool through Wando Highgraduation, and they often surfed together

along the beach near 34th Avenue on Isle of Palms,

not far from the Mueller family home. While Muellerwas not her boyfriend, Bowers said, he taught herhow to love and be spontaneous. She also learnedfrom him to be happy with your feet on the sand,and your eyes on the next wave.

She stood back on that favorite stretch of beachthe morning of June 18, 2016 helping to lead amemorial paddleout for 18-year-old Mueller, whodied June 7 during a visit to Innsbruck, Austria,where he fell 1,000 feet after a daring climb toreach the peak of Kaminspitze. Around 150 peoplegathered as several of Muellers teenage friendsspoke.

God knew Mikey spent every one of his days

living it like it was his last, said fellow WandoHigh graduate Percy Johnson Smith, who led thegroup in prayer. He could easily imagine Muellerup above, shredding the gnar, a saying used to

describe serendipitous moves in sports like surngand skateboarding, another favorite of Muellers.

Smith lives on Isle of Palms and also grew upwith Mueller, but recognized that people fromdifferent circles had come out. He urged everyonein attendance to band together and remember theHawaiian word ohana, which means family. Wemay not be related, but we are Mikeys family.

Bowers and Smith organized the paddleoutwith the help of many friends and others in thecommunity. Trader Joe's donated owers, SealandAdventure Sports offered paddleboards, Hughes

Remembering an adventurous spiritF R I E N D S L E A D P A D D L E O U T F O R I O P T E E N M I K E Y M U E L L E R

BY SUSAN HILL SMITH

ISLAND EYE NEWS STAFF WRITER

Everyone knows that warmweather brings moretourists and day-trippers

sle of Palms, but it mayact more criminals, too.t the end of May, a 2005vrolet Suburban was stolen

m an Ocean Boulevarddent, and two men were

n spotted in it off the island,Clements Ferry Road, whereeone snapped a close-upto of the duo. Isle of Palmsce worked with the media tore the photo of the suspects,

it paid off. We put theirs on the news and got a lotood trips, said Capt. Jeffreyin.n June 23, Dustin Carr, 32,picked up and arrested in

keley County in connectionh the case. He was still driving

Suburban, authorities, and was charged withsession of a stolen vehiclepossession of stolen license

e. Carrs listed address isndaw, Swain said, thoughmay have been staying int Ashley more recently.

n an unrelated June 4 case, am. trafc stop by Isle of Palmsce resulted in the arrests of

Charleston teenagers andvery of a cache of goods

ortedly stolen from as many16 vehicles in West Ashley

OP policeput theheat on

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arrestsBY SUSAN HILL SMITH

SLAND EYE NEWS STAFF

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PHOTOS BY STEVE ROSAMILIA

Friends wrote remembrances of Mikey Mueller, inset photo, with Sharpie marker on this shortboard, as wellas another not shown. There were plenty of inner tubes for anyone who wanted to join the paddleout.


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he Isle of Palms receiveda bit of a black eye in themedia, both social and

rwise, after a parking ticketissued on June 18, to a cared within one of the newk lots at Front Beach.ter receiving a $50 parkingt in a formerly manned, nowservice kiosk lot, adjacenthe Public Safety Building,n Leviner, from Summerville,ented his case to the courtublic opinion. Day-trippinghis family, Leviner paid theopriate amount at the kiosk,placed his receipt in theshield of his car.hat Leviner failed to do was

e his validation right sideso that the date and timemp could be read. Instead, the

ting ofcer saw the side ofeceipt that reads, in bold red OTHER SIDE UP.e date and time stamp wasdown; it was not visible.

ble to see if the receipt wasact valid, the issuing ofcersimply following protocol inng a citation. Certainly, it isunheard of for day trippers

to attempt to illegally reusea previously issued parking

validation, and thereby savethemselves $8 to $10 a day.

Leviner attempted to resolvethe case with the IOPPD on thespot. However, as is the case

almost universally, an ofcercannot invalidate, void or disposeof any citation once it is written.So Leviner took his case public,resulting in a media kerfufe.

From April 23, 2016 until June19, 2016, fty-seven similarcitations have been issued. Thosewho presented their citation tothe Clerk of Court, with a valid,paid parking receipt had theirtickets dismissed, some via email.

Daytrippers in the parking lotwho were randomly surveyedby the Island Eye on June 24experienced varying degrees

of difculty with the kiosks. Acouple from Columbia had noproblem what-so-ever. A familyfrom Huger complained ofmechanical difculties with thekiosk, and lamented that thekiosk did not dispense $2 changethey were due from the $10 billthey inserted. The vehicle parkednext to them was ticketed; the

New parking systems experience hiccups on IOPD A Y T R I P P E R S T A K E T O S O C I A L M E D I A T O V E N T F R U S T R A T I O N S

BY MIMI WOOD


The direction to place this parking receipt OTHER SIDE UP has caused someconfusion for beach visitors. PHOTO BY MIMI WOOD

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earlier in the evening.Police noticed the teens as they

drove in the gated communityof Wild Dunes without a passand followed their sedan outsidethe gates, eventually pullingthe vehicle over for equipmentviolations and the suspectedsmell of marijuana. Noting apistol magazine in plain view,Ofcers Matthew Storen andDylan Reynolds searched the carand not only found a pistol, butalso wallets, purses, cell phones,tablets, laptops, wristwatches,GPS units and other items,altogether an estimated $2,000to $3,000 worth of stuff.

There was even a bugle in thecar, Swain said. It was a nice onein the case. While police haventyet determined bugles rightfulowner, they dont think it belongsto any of the suspects. Theseguys werent bugle players.

None of the recovered itemswere apparently stolen on Isleof Palms, Swain said, but policesuspect the foursome was up tono good at the time they were

pulled over. He encourages islandresidents to contact police aboutany potential problems. If yousee something suspicious, donthesitate to call us and let us comeout and investigate it.

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and time stamp face down,was the case with Leviner.nally, when asked if theydifculty using a kiosk, one

ng couple exclaimed, We gotky! Someone on the way oute us their validation!verall however, the newks are proving to work well.s a big change, and therebugs to work out, Captainrey Swain of the IOPPD said.

expect some problems,n implementing changes,brand new systems.

he same holds true for theresidential parking permit

gram. We are trying tocate residents, Swain said,program was put into effect

to benet the residents, not toinconvenience them.

Linda Tucker, IOP CityAdministrator, echoes Swainssentiments. Emails fromresidents indicate the permitprogram is working well. Thereare going to be difculties thatneed to be ironed out; we havea le started for the after-actiondiscussion to be held in CityCouncil this fall.

Vince DiGandi, north of 41ststreet, is thrilled with the new

residential permit program. Priorto its implementation, parkingon his street was an absolutenightmare. Residential permitshave eliminated all of the daytrippers parking on his street,along with their antics, including,according to DiGandi, public

urination, changing of clothes,and trash.

It was like Christmas atthe mall; people circling theblock looking for a parkingspace. I couldnt back out of mydriveway for the line of cars. Thedifference is like night and day,DiGandi continued, and now theresidents are guaranteed somespace and access.

Bill Campbell and DaveGuilford, DiGandis neighbors,agree. Campbell notes there is

less residential cruising, reducedspeeding, and less litter. Guilfordsaid, improvement in our qualityof life from reduced trafc ow ismuch appreciated.

As visitors acclimatise to thenew system, DiGandi sees ticketsbeing issued, and is sensitive tothe fact that some folks are upset.However, he views the permittedparking as a win-win. The daytrippers still have access to thebeach; they just may have towalk a bit farther. And, we haveour neighborhood back!

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t some point down the road, Sullivans Island may update itswelcome sign as part of efforts to enhance the gateway entranceoff the causeway, but the sign will not include an electronic

sage board.own Council voted 6-1 against incorporating electronic messaging

the sign after several citizens spoke against the idea at thencils June 21, 2016 meeting.esident Carol Killough suggested that electronic messaging,hed as 21st-century technology, is already an outdated idea. Sheouraged the town to instead develop a municipal app with pushcations that would appear on peoples phones to greet them asarrive on the island. The app could offer information on subjects

parking, beach rules and businesses, and cover residential issuesell.here are better ways in this century to communicate to our

stituents and to our visitors without something that is so glaringisnt elegant and doesnt speak to the beauty of this island,ugh said. She also noted that the Isle of Palms, which is moremercial, previously decided against electronic messaging on its

ome sign.he proposal to enhance Sullivans Islands entrance along S.C.hway 703 rst emerged two years ago at the suggestion of a grouptizens willing to pay for improvements as a gift, according to Town

ministrator Andy Benke. Town Council encouraged the group tok with the S.C. Department of Transportation, which owns the and right of way, as well as S.C. South Carolina Department oflth and Environmental Control in regard to changes in vegetationhe critical area.he group also acquired the services of Gil Shuler Graphicgn. During a previous review of sign designs, council members

ouraged incorporating a tide clock, town seal and electronic

messaging into one of the options. With the June 21 vote againstelectronic messaging, further discussion has been sent to the TownCouncils Land Use and Natural Resources Committee. A meeting

date has yet to be scheduled.Highlights of other actions by Town Council at the June 21meeting:

Unanimous vote to proceed with implementation of thetowns parking plan, which has now been approved by statetransportation ofcials. This includes placing 800 parking-related signs on the island and removing others at a contractedcost of $114,000.

Unanimous second-reading approval to amend parkingregulations. All wheels will have to be off the pavement whenparking on Sullivans Island, except where otherwise posted, ifthe proposal passes a third reading.

Adoption of a balanced $6.73 million town budget for scalyear 2017 which maintains the current operating millage ratefor property taxes. A 1.3 mill increase will be levied only fordebt service.That translates into roughly $50 more in annual

taxes per $1 million of property valuation. Extension of terms of incoming Planning Commission members

from two to three years with unanimous third-reading supportand ratication.

First-reading approval to double stormwater utility fees from$36 to $72 per property, as required by Charleston County,which provides the services to the town and faces increasingcosts from countywide growth and new EnvironmentalProtection Agency requirements.

Approval of a resolution to increase the towns water andsewer fees for scal year 2017, so they are in line with costs.

Welcome sign design sent back to drawing boardP R O P O S E D S U L L I V A N S I S L A N D S I G N W I L L N O T I N C L U D E E L E C T R O N I C M E S S A G I N G

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Rental provided chairs and Acme LowcountryKitchen catered lunch afterward at the familyshouse.

Others offered memories as well, includingSydney Burkhardt, 19, of Sullivans Island, whorecalled how Mueller tried to quietly slip away

after her birthday celebration, which startedwith bowling and ended with swimming at herhouse. He had to pack for his trip to Europe,but Burkhardt and other girls screamed intothe street for him to come back for a goodbye.So we got to sit out there for 10 minutes andtell him we loved him and were going to misshim so much, she told the gathering, and I feelso lucky we got that opportunity to have thatmoment with him.

Once the beach service nished, many headedinto the ocean on surfboards, paddleboards,

inner tubes and kayaks, creatinga circle in the choppy waves.Muellers mother joined them ina two-person kayak with her twinsister. On a count of three, theyall lled the water with owerpetals.

Jim and Rene Mueller,both faculty of the College ofCharlestons InternationalBusiness Program, moved to theIsle of Palms two decades ago.Mikey was the youngest of theirthree boys and had been one ofthe littlest of a pack of kids onhis block, once referred to asLollipop Lane.

He still had close friendshipsfrom the neighborhood and knewothers from surng, Wando,and bussing tables at Acme. Hewas on a month-long tour of

Europe with cousins and one of his brotherswhen he visited Austria, according to obituaryinformation. He was hiking on a populatedpart of the mountain trail when he started adangerous climb on his own. He was consideredmissing until authorities found his backpackand then his body.

Jim Mueller stood on the beach and

considered all those who turned out. Later inthe day, he and his wife would receive friendsat Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church indowntown Charleston. They felt blessed by theircommunity and the young people who broughteveryone together by the ocean. We were inAustria, just trying to get our lives together,and we saw on Facebook that they organizedthe paddleout and the ceremony. It was justamazing that the kids would do this, he said.It means so much to me, to all of us. It means alot to the neighborhood, too.

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round 150 people attended the memorial,hich was led by Muellers lifelong friends,lly Bowers, left, and Percy Johnson Smith.


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sland Turtle Team lostuch valued and muchd member of our group6. Robert Bob E. Clarked Ave., Isle of Palms, hadfrom 49th to 30th Avenuey mornings since 2000.only 53 and is survivedfe Gloria and two sons,nd John.ne who knew Bob was

what a pleasant andperson he was. His

s thought so much of himwanted to do somethingnor and in his memory

he Turtle Team and ouro donate to the Sea TurtleProgram at the SouthAquarium.t Bushnell and Susanled an effort to fund thisurtle Team T-shirts in

mory. They held a veryul fundraiser with 75tending on April 8 at theCreek Grill. They cameand made it possible dor $1,600 has been raisedme, making it possible

o donate even more toue program and to the

aquariums new turtle hospital forwhich construction will begin inthe fall.

At the time of this writing, there

are 16 sea turtles undergoingtreatment at the hospitalfacility in the basement of theaquarium. These include three

different species: loggerhead,green, and Kemps ridley turtles.The loggerheads most oftenare the victims of boat strikesor a chronic illness known asdebilitated turtle syndrome,while the smaller Kemps ridleysare frequently juvenile turtles thathave been caught on shing linesand usually have hooks embeddedin their throats. If you want tovisit the hospital, you can makereservations to go on one of thetours, which are scheduled everyday at noon and 2 p.m.

If you watch the teams websiteat bergwerfgraphics.com, you willbe able to purchase one of theseT-shirts done in Bobs honor soonand also help the cause.

As Bridget so eloquently put it,I believe that our collective effortsand the good work your team

does represent the communityspirit this island is all about. Moreimportantly, I believe we have takena small moment in time to honora wonderful neighbor and friend.It felt like the right connection tohonor him by supporting a team,its people and a cause that hecared for so much.

PHOTOBYBARBARABERGWERF

Bob Clarke had patrolled the Isle of Palms beach on Friday mornings for the turtle team for

15 years.

tle team honors treasured volunteer Bob ClarkeM O R E T H A N $ 1 , 6 0 0 R A I S E D I N H I S M E M O R Y

BY MARY PRINGLEFOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

This May, the National Park Service held a Bioblitz in multiplelocations across South Carolina, including the Charles PinckneyNational Historic Site and Fort Moultrie.The Bioblitz focusedmainly on collecting an inventory of bird species, but observers werewelcome to report everything from plants to spiders. Observers counted95 species at Fort Moultrie (including 56 bird species) and 165 speciesat Charles Pinckney (including 38 bird species).

Fourth-graders from Lambs Elementary School enjoyed bird walksat Fort Moultrie and observed a myriad of sea creatures while seinenetting on the beach. Children from North Charleston ElementarySchool enjoyed bird walks at the Charles Pinckney site. The park serviceprovided binoculars and clipboards for the kids while they searchedfor birds on park property. Various conservation organizations setup booths, including the South Carolina Aquarium, CharlestowneLanding, and the Sullivans Island Environmental Education andBird Research Program. The park service even provided an owl pelletdissection activity table.

The purpose was not only to inventory bird species, but also to offerinteractive exhibits with hands-on learning experiences to engagechildren with the natural world. One classroom group observed anEastern box turtle crawling up to visit the visitor center. After the kidstook a good look at him, he was safely released in the Fort Moultrieeld. The seine netting was also a success. There were baby ounder,mullet and even a ghost shrimp observed in the nets. All sea creatureswere later safely returned back to the ocean. The intent of the seinenetting was to educate the kids about how important it is to conserveour oceans and what a variety of sh and invertebrate species live injust a few square feet of water.

PHOTOSBYSTEVE ROSAMILIA

Bioblitz by National Parks engageskids in the natural world

BY SARAH DIAZFOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

Sarah Diaz and Judy Fairchild participate in the FortMoultrie Bioblitz.

Gage and Gavin Rourk get an owl lesson from National Parks Ranger Antoine Fletcherat Fort Moultrie.


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Dottie Allen and Stacey Maxwell of Aiken-based PorkchopProductions entertained children and parents of the PoeBranch Library as the "Tortoise and the Hare" on June 10,

2016. This event, and many others, are part of the library's familysummer reading program line-up which continues through the endof July. More information can be found at www.ccpl.org or by visitingthe Poe Branch Library at 1921 I'on Avenue on Sullivan's Island.

The tortoise and

the hare

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outhern Season, thenationally recognizedgourmet specialty foodgift retailer headquarteredChapel Hill, announced

week that it is closing itsnt Pleasant store. Southerlyaurant, as well in-store freshservices and the Cooking

ool, are closed too.he Taste of Southern Seasone in downtown Charlestonains open. Southern Seasonconcentrate its resources onopening of multiple new Tasteouthern Season stores acrossSoutheast over the next 36ths. Southern Season alsoed its large Richmond storepril.uilding off its successful00-square-foot agship store

Chapel Hill, and followingtrend in retail store size,

thern Season has developed

a smaller store concept whichhas proven to a big success forconsumers and for the company.Taste of Southern Season storesare open on Market Street in

Charleston and at CameronVillage in Raleigh. A third small-format store will open soon atBiltmore Village in Asheville, andthe company has plans to opentwo additional Taste of SouthernSeason stores in Southern Pinesand Wilmington over the next fewmonths.

It was apparent to the companythat the Mount Pleasant storewas too large and too expensiveto keep open. The decision toclose this store was made aftercareful consideration of thelong-term nancial performanceof this location. Eligible store

team members are being offeredthe option to transfer to otherSouthern Season stores. Team

members who choose notto transfer will be offered aseparation package.

We thank our valued MountPleasant store customers for their

loyalty for nearly three years,said Southern Season PresidentDave Herman. We look forwardto seeing them over the next weekat our storewide sale and invitethem to continue to shop withus online (southernseason.com)and at our downtown Taste ofSouthern Season store.Digital eCommerce Store

Southern Season is alsomaking a signicant investmentthis year to build its year-round online digital store thatwill allow customers to have aseamless shopping experienceand be compatible with all

devices including smartphonesand tablets. This new DigitaleCommerce store will allow

customers to order from th80,000 items carried in-store andwill allow the company to betteengage with younger customers.Customers today expect th

ability to place all their orderelectronically with ease, witsame day order fulllment andthe immediate receipt of trackinnumbers. Southern Seasonnew eCommerce store will allothe company to capitalize on thitrend and drive sales.

The new Digital eCommercstore will not only be easy to usebut will bring the excitementof our brand to new marketand will drive in-store sales ballowing customers in our Taste oSouthern Season stores to placorders on site for all the items wsell in our larger stores and hav

them delivered to their homovernight, according to BriaFauver, Senior Vice President.

Southern Season closes Mt. Pleasant storeand Southerly Restaurant

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Sullivans Islandsvery own New YorkTimes bestselling

hor Dorothea Bentonnk comes home

ursday, July 7, 2016a unique evening at

Battery Gadsdentural Center.rank will discusswing up on the islandd how the lowcountry

inuenced herting at the event,ch will feature livesic, food and a bookning of her latestel "All Summerg." The book is a

mage to her personal

st to return home,d will delight islanddents with its

mpses into life on special island.

Come along to toCultural Center,7 Ion Ave,livans Island,

m 6 - 8 p.m. Visit batterygadsden.m or follow the center on Facebook.

ook for an interview with Frank in the next issue of Islande News.

Homecoming forDorothea Benton Frank

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FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS The Edgar Allan PoeBranch LibraryBeachlovers Book

Club will meet 10:30a.m., Saturday, July 16,for a lively discussion ofPhilomena: A Mother,

Her Son and a 50 YearSearch, by MartinSixsmith. Coffee andlight refreshments will beserved. Email [email protected] or call 843-883-3914 for more details.

When she becamepregnant as a teenagerin Ireland in 1952,Philomena Lee was sentto a convent to be lookedafter as a fallen woman.Then the nuns took herbaby from her and soldhim, like thousands ofothers, to America for

adoption. Fifty yearslater, Philomena decidedto nd him. Meanwhile,on the other side of theAtlantic, Philomenas sonwas trying to nd her.

Renamed Michael Hess, he had become a leading lawyer in therst Bush administration, and he struggled to hide secrets thatwould jeopardize his career in the Republican Party and endanger hisquest to nd his mother. British political journalist Martin Sixsmithexplores the journey of mother and son through changing historicaleras and societal norms, as they seek redemption and reunion.Information courtesy of Goodreads.com.

Philomena discussedBY DELORES SCHWEITZER

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Eddie Owens Martin was deathly sick.His days being a young hustler in1930s New York were catching up with

I was just coughin and heavinlike Icleansin myself of my past. And durin

worst night of all, when I thought I had, my spirit seemed to leave my body andcountered this vision of a great big mann there like some kinda god, with armsaround as watermelons... . And he said toIf you follow my spirit, then you can, he told biographer Tom Patterson.sions instructed him to start a newion, Pasaquoyanism, to change his

me to St. EOM. Youre an artist, voices. I really didnt ever know what I wantede in life until I began to dabble in the artslearned to depend on that inner voice

n paintings of Mayan temples, bizarrescapes and ancient civilizations lled his

alid apartment. His image changed fromk to mystic, a guru without followers. Hisal robes and coiled long, spindly locksed to his allure as he became a popularune teller.ed run away from the family farm outsideny Buena Vista, Georgia when he was justyears old. I threw myself on the mercy ofworld, hed said about leaving an abusiveer and a community that labeled him asrent. Then, at age 49, the spirits told him

move back to the now-vacant family farmbegin building his legacy: the Land of

aquan.never had any overall plan. All I knew

was that I could see these designs in mymind I hadnt ever built nothin before.I was experimentin." Peaking throughthe woods, townspeople were astonishedand mystied as Eddie created 900 feet ofmasonry fences emblazoned with weird andrisqu images, psychedelic totems, decorativewalkways, sculptures, a dance platform,murals and fanciful copulas. Hammered tinembellishments turned the modest farmhouseinto a temple. He toiled relentlessly, mostlyalone, for 30 years. He funded the constructionwith income from fortune telling. One of hisregular customers was Plains resident MissLillian Carter.

Rumors of trained rattlesnakes kept outinterlopers. Teenagers dared each other to goin. One of them, Fred Fussell, took the dare.He came to get his fortune read and left witha fascination that lasted 30 years. Fred wasamong the rst to recognize the value of St.EOMs creation and the possibilities it broughtto the region. When Eddie died by suicidein 1986, Fred and his neighbors foundedthe Pasaquan Preservation Society. Years ofstruggling to nd funding nally attracted theKohler Foundation. It has spent three yearsand millions of dollars to restore it: everythingfrom stabilizing foundations to bringing thevibrant artwork back to life, the largest andmost complex project the Foundation ever

undertook. Its beyond our wildest dreams.Wed tried every avenue we could think of,Fred says.

Michael McFalls led Columbus StateUniversityscollaboration duringthe restorationwork and willdirect the projectas the college takesresponsibility for itsfuture preservation.The vision is toto give visitors aunique insight intothe intuitive artistic

process through diverse programming,interdisciplinary workshops, lectures,seminars, retreats, and performances, whichchallenge established ideas about the arts.We envision Pasaquan becoming a culturallyenriching leaderwhile assisting in economicdevelopment.

Buena Vista, GA, population 2,000, coulduse some economic development. There arehardly any restaurants. The one B&B is lookingfor a buyer. Michael says that the town iscoming around to the idea of Pasaquan beingan opportunity. They recognize the genius intheir backyard. Its a slow process.

When I visited in November there werenteven any signs directing visitors to theremote art environment. In nearby Richlandthough, entrepreneurs have been quickto sense opportunity and raise economicdevelopment money. A shiny rum distillerydominates the still-shabby downtown. Thesugar canes provenance is just up the roadmaking them the only U.S. rum manufacturerwith their own farm. The high quality sippingrum is distributed as far away as Europe.Amy Stankus moved her artisanal ChocolateSouth from Atlanta and is gearing up tomake gourmet rum balls. Regional artistsare being enticed by the low cost of livingand progressive ideas. Its an ironic outcomefor St. EOM who bragged of being too bold

and brazen for them people that run the artworld. Nonetheless, he created one of themost signicant intuitive arts environments inthe country. On October 22, 2016, Pasaquanwill reopen to the public with great fanfare. St.EOMs spirit will certainly be in attendance.

Roadtrips Charleston highlights interestingdestinations within a few hours drive ofCharleston, S.C. as well as more far unglocales. Carol Antmans wanderlust is drivenby a passion for outdoor adventure, artisticexperiences, cultural insights and challengingtravel. For hot links, photographs and previouscolumns or to make comments please see

peaksandpotholes.blogspot.com.

Kohler Foundation: kohlerfoundation.orgPasaquan tour information and links to digital images:art.columbusstate.edu/pasaquan.php

WHERE TO STAYsign-of-the-dove.com a small B&B in Buena VistaIn Americus, 25 miles away: www.windsor-americus.comRichland Rum: richlandrum.comChocolate South: chocolatesouth.com

Into the land of PasaquanN Y B U E N A V I S T A , G A P R O V I D E S U N I Q U E I N S I G H T I N T O T H E I N T U I T I V E A R T I S T I C P R O C E S S

BY CAROL ANTMANFOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

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13, 2016

Adetectable sense of disappointmentpervaded the Sullivans Island

Farmers' Market on June 30ppointment that it was the nalket of the summer. By all accounts,inaugural season was a smashing

cess; the refrain from residents anddors alike is We want more!he market is the brainchild of localseryman Mike Noll and his wife,n. In selling plants from their PlantEarth Nursery at other markets, theydered why Sullivans Island didn'te one. Collecting over 150 signatures,

presented a petition, along withidea, to the Sullivans Island Townncil.rmed with research on other area

kets, and some suggestions of howivans could be run, Mike noted howinfrastructure was in place and thatmarket would be a budget neutralertaking. In an example of small-n living at its nest, the council bit,gned the project to the Recreation

mmittee, and the market debuted onl 7, 2016.he markets small(ish) size madenique, along with the variety andlity of vendors. In addition to locally-rced produce, seafood, and crafts, a diverse array of artisans offeredfruits of their talents, as well as attering of non-prots, and junior

dors.

n an interview on his 62nd birthday,exclaimed that the Sullivans Island

mers' Market has been the mostndly, community-uniting endeavorrecent history. Seeing the socialraction between long-time neighborsnewcomers has been inspiring.lander Jen Snyder was visiblyated when she learned the lastket was scheduled for June 30. Ie as often as I can, for the fresh, local

duce, Snyder said. I think its reallyortant to support the local farmers.onviction held by Noll as well, Wed to do more for our farmers.s word began to leak that the market

PHOTOS BY STEVE ROSAMILIA

Sullivans Islands inauguralFarmers Market deemed a success

C O U N C I L W I L L V O T E O N W H E T H E R T O B R I N G I T B A C K F O R A F U L L S E A S O N I N 2 0 1 7

BY MIMI WOOD


Elissa Childers of Culinary Creation.Musician Pete Valencia.

Jeanne DeCamilla of Olinda Olives &Olive Oil. John LoConte gets some local shrip from Andrew Hiser.

Stanley Gruber of Gruber Farms.

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running for only 13 weeks,nders have begun to sign anothertion, requesting the Town ofivans Island extend the marketl Labor Day, at least. Sadly, thatt happen this year.arah Church, Chair of thereation Committee, explained thatcouncil decided to test the watersre launching a full scale, season-market. Between the increased

ist trafc in the summer, and the

that many of our locals travelwhere, we wanted to give it trial,n regroup and evaluate, Church. The market was received verywithin the community, with

rch adding that the responsem islanders has been incredible!ext step? The Recreation

mmittee will meet and make ammendation to the full Councilwhether or not to resume theket in the spring of 2017. Ifmissed it this year, take heart.

eryones excited, Church said. Ild be shocked if it doesnt return.

Noll of Plant the Earth nursery.

Addie Spann from AddieMae's Cakery.

Emily Richardson of Emerson Row peeks out thewindow of her Airstream.

Kerry Goldmeyer and Kelley Hwang from Clemson'sHome and Garden Information Center.

Mila Kosmostucks in to somemarket goodies.

rket continues from page 13


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Fun in the kitchen.OS BY STEVE ROSAMILIA

IOP Councilman Jimmy Carrollcuts a rug at the Tiki Bar.

Two thumbs up from the cooks.

Kathleen Budds and Tyler Blind dance the night away atthe Tiki Bar.Serving up fsh with a smile.

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Thinking of celebratingthis Independence Dayout on the town? Looking

a great view of reworks

delicious food without thesle of lighting up the grill?n look no further than theth Carolina Aquariums Seas and Stripes celebrationpatriotic holiday fun. Thisrth of July, join the Southolina Aquarium in celebratingricas birthday with some

y friends and enjoy theseat in town to watch the

ous reworks over the scenicrleston Harbor.ea Stars and Stripes willheld at the South Carolinaarium from 7-10 p.m., July

All-inclusive ticket prices$60 for adults and $30

children (children under 2s old are free) and includeission to the aquarium.

mbers receive a $5 discountickets. This is a popular sellevent, so make sure to get

r tickets soon. To purchaseets, visit scaquarium.org or843-577-FISH (3474).

Sea Stars and Stripes, aGood Catch event, is serving updelicious and sustainable seafoodas well as family fun. Indulge in aLowcountry boil, a local favorite

and a staple of Charlestonsfamous cuisine, while alsohelping to support local sheriesin an environmentally friendlyand responsible way. The menu

also includes barbecue, a classicsummer staple that no Fourthof July party would be completewithout. As you eat, enjoy a

front row seat to the reworksover the Charleston Harbor. All-inclusive tickets to the eventalso include admission to theaquarium where you can enjoymany amazing exhibits whileyou escape from the summerheat.

This is the only Fourth ofJuly party in town where youcan catch a glimpse of an albinoalligator, hang out with Carettathe loggerhead sea turtle andhave a hands-on experience withstingrays. Sea Stars and Stripesis also a great opportunity to

see cute and curious red ruffedlemurs and the rest of theanimals in Madagascar Journeybefore they leave the aquariumat the end of the summer. Theseamazing and exotic animals areleaving to make room for SeaTurtle Recovery, a new exhibitwhich will be breaking groundthis fall.

See reworks over Charleston Harbor from the South Carolina Aquarium during the SeaStars and Stripes celebration.

Celebrate Americas birthday with theSouth Carolina Aquarium

BY KRISTA RITTERHOFF

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS


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17, 2016


GET MOVING WITH MEREDITH

is hard for some to believe. I am an avid runner, cyclist, gymwner, personal trainer and asthmatic? Many people dontalize that I grew up suffering from asthma. Although it is notly as severe anymore, I still suffer from the occasional asthmack. Fortunately, as a child I participated in a program offered byAmerican Lung Association for children with asthma. The program

ed me recognize the initial signs of an attack, as well as how toage attacks with medication and certain breathing techniques.

ast-forward many years later, and I now have a chance to repay therican Lung Association for improving my quality of life. Beginningthe inaugural climb in 2010, I have competed in the ALAs North

rleston Fight For Air Stairclimb at the North Charleston Coliseumy year (with the exception of one year due to a disc injury). Evere that rst climb, PrimeTime Fitness has put together a team topete in the event and raise money for the ALA.aining every year for the Fight For Air Climb, I have come toeciate the benets of running stairs. Much more taxing thanrunning, and even harder than running hills, stair climbing

ds strength and power without the impact. Yet climbing stairsonvenient and takes about half as much time to get the samets. Not to mention that just about anyone can do it. The youngestcipant in the climb last year was 7 years old and the oldest were

gentlemen 73 years young.nce climbing stairs is low-impact, it is actually great for thosehip and/or knee issues. Just be careful on the descents.Take the

ator, or go down at an angle, reducing impact.

e are some interesting Stair Fitness Facts, courtesy of therican Lung Association:

Stair climbing burns about twice as many calories as any otherport or activity.

Because it is a grueling sport, stair climbing requires less time too the same intensity of a workout. For example, if you run for0 minutes, the same workout intensity could be achieved with

15 minutes of stair climbing. Stair climbing can be a total body workout, especially when you

pull your body up using the handrails. Want to show off an amazing pair of legs on the beach this

summer? Stair climbing builds muscle mass in the glutes,hamstrings, quadriceps, and calves. Bam.

Running stairs uses all energy systems, and is therefore both anaerobic and anaerobic sport. It requires endurance, sprints andmuscular strength.

Stair climbing is excellent for cross-training. Many athletes ndstair climbing to be benecial as part of their training.

If done regularly, stair climbing increases heart and lungfunction, therefore improving your overall endurance.

Now for a few fun facts about stair climbing: You will use 9.6 times more energy climbing stairs than you do

while sitting down. Stair climbing is actually an international sport and has a

complete global schedule with the goal of becoming an Olympicsport. Check out.towerrunning.com.

The PrimeTime team has their sights set on a repeat victory inthis years event on July 23. We would love to win the title of notonly the fastest team, but also the most money raised. You can help.

Donate to our team, sponsor the event, or even name a ight. Formore information on how you can help the PrimeTime team bringhome another trophy, contact [email protected]. And knowthat your funds go a long way in helping people like me overcomesome kind of lung disease, quit smoking, or manage their disease.

Meredith Nelson, M.Ed, is the owner of PrimeTime Fitness, Inc, inMt. Pleasant. Since 2000, PrimeTime Fitness has catered to the matureexerciser and offers personal and small group training, indoor cycling,yoga, golf tness training, monthly gym membership, and more.Meredith can be reached with your tness questions at 843-883-0101,or [email protected].

Take the stairs to better ftnessBY MEREDITH NELSON

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS


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July 24Is land Eye Calendary 1G

Writing Circlenday at 10:30 a.m.ite and share your

CCPL Poe Branch921 Ion Avenue.914.

viam., Home Team BBQ,s Island

s

gg Nights (adults)ursday from 5:30 8rn to play Americangg. Join us for a couple

the whole evening.Branch Library, 1921

ue. 843-883-3914.

Gadsden Cultural

hly meeting is held thersday of every monthat 1917 I'On Ave.,s Island. A speakerg historically relevantypically scheduled orfun and interestingSullivan's Islandnyone is welcome andho is interested ina member can sign up

meetings. Membership is

Pajama Storytime (children)7 p.m., June and July. Wind downafter a full day with poems andstories by Mrs. Marie. CCPL PoeBranch Library, 1921 Ion Avenue.843-883-3914.

Fridays

VFW Post 3137 Steak NightOpen House Steak Night everyFri. 6 p.m. claim your steak (weonly do 30 each week), season toyour liking, then you have until 8p.m. to cook it yourself on OceanDeck grills. Choice Ribeye, BakedPotato & Salad $15.

Saturdays

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

VFW Post 3137 Fish FryEvery 3rd Sat. of each monthJune through Oct. 2016. Whitingllets, hush puppies, tater tots,

cole slaw, baked beans anddesserts $8 plate. Proceeds goto VFW and Veteran programs,and local community and youthprograms.

Shaggin on the CooperCelebrate the arrival of warmerweather with some dancing atShaggin on the Cooper! Gates

open at 7 p.m. and music startsat 8 p.m. Tickets for each eventare $10 per person ($8 in advancefor Charleston County residents).Space is limited, so advancepurchase is recommended,call 843-795-4386 or visitCharlestonCountyParks.com.Schedule: July 16 - Recollections,August 13 - Vinyl Daze,September 10 - The Sneakers.

DAILYSummer Reading ProgramsFrom babies to adults, everyonecan "Get in the Game" and readthis summer. Visit the EdgarAllan Poe Branch or ww w.ccpl.org for details and to learn aboutgreat summer programs andprizes. CCPL Poe Branch Library,1921 Ion Avenue. 843.883.3914.

Get in the GamePhotography ContestJuly 1-July 30, students ingrades 6-12 can submit sports-related photos with captionsto [email protected] for a

chance to win $50 gift cards.Visit Mt. Pleasant Regional,Village, Poe or McClellenvillebranches for contest guidelines oremail [email protected] YA Crafts: Polish YourCrafting GameJuly 1-July 30. From necklacesto magnets, you can make all

kinds of magical accessories withour super-stash of nail polishand supplies. CCPL Poe BranchLibrary, 1921 Ion Avenue. 843-883-3914.

HIIT the Water Palmetto IslandsCounty ParkRun, jack, and lunge your wayto a new tness level with high-intensity interval training inthe water. Offered after regularwater park hours. July 5 -Aug.11 Tue, Thu, 6:30 -7:30 p.m.Course # 45568. Fee: $72/$60CCR Discount/$48 Move IT PassHolder

FRIDAY, JULY1Party at the Point5:30 p.m, Season Finale withBanana Pancakes "A Tribute toJack Johnson," at the CharlestonHarbor Resort and Marina onPatriots Point/ Tickets areavailable at the gate and cost$7 per show. Gates open at 5:30p.m. and bands start at 6:30 p.m.

CharlestonPartyAtThePoint.com.

Imani Milele Childrens Choirfrom Uganda10:30 a.m. Play a part in thisonce-in-a-lifetime experience.CCPL Poe Branch Library, 1921Ion Avenue. 843-883-3914.

SATURDAY, JULY2Sullivans Island FireworksTown park event with a band andevening reworks show will takeplace on Saturday, July 2, whenwe can get a better deal on thepyrotechnics.

PLAY: DIY Crafts with Ms. Grace10 a.m. Ms. Grace helps younghands create fun paper andfelt projects. CCPL Poe BranchLibrary, 1921 Ion Avenue. 843-883-3914.

MONDAY, JULY44th of July Golf Cart ParadeDeck out your golf cart or bicyclefor this annual parade celebratingAmericas independence. Start atthe Sullivans Island Fire Station,end at Stith Park. Meet at 8:30 a.m.

4th of July on Isle of PalmsThe Isle of Palms hosts a 4thof July reworks display overthe ocean near 14th Avenue

beginning at 9 p.m. iop.net/recreation, 843.886.8294

Wild Dunes Family Fun Run/Walk8 a.m. $25 per person, includingt-shirt. Pre-registration required:843.886.7008

Wild Dunes 4th of JulyWatermelon-Eating ContestCome enjoy waterslides and moreon the lawn next to Palm Covepool, from 11 a.m. from 2 p.m.$10 per person. Watch or competein the watermelon-eating contestat 12 p.m.

Uncle Sam Jam7 11 p.m. Mount PleasantPier. Dance to live classic oldiesand beach music performedby Permanent Vacation, at anexcellent venue for viewingreworks displays throughout theLowcountry. Beverages will beavailable for purchase. $10.

THURSDAY, JULY7Battery Gadsden CulturalCenter Presents DorotheaBenton FrankSee story page 11.

FRIDAY, JULY8Caleb Alexander: The NewGeneration of Magic10:30 a.m. You wont believe youreyes! CCPL Poe Branch Library,1921 Ion Avenue. 843-883-3914.

Reggae Nights Summer ConcertSeries: Selah DubbGates open at 7:30; music startsat 8:30 p.m., James IslandCounty Park. Relax and enjoytraditional old school roots reggaewith a new school attitude in abeautiful outdoor setting. Bringyour chair or blanket and rockthe night away to live music bySelah Dubb! Food, beverages,and souvenirs will be availablefor purchase. Outside alcohol andcoolers are prohibited. $10.

SATURDAY, JULY9Carolina Coast Surf ClubExposition11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at theWindjammer on the Isle of Palms.

CCSC EXPO is All things Surf,SUP and Body Surng. Fun forall ages, become a member. JoinCCSC Individual and familymembership available. Surf Boardappraisal, surf art, surf boardcare and repair, lessons sign up,rafes, door prizes, CCSC History,surf videos and more.

PLAY: STAR Therapy Dogs10:30 a.m. Share books with afurry friend. CCPL Poe BranchLibrar y, 1921 Ion Avenue. 843-883-3914.

Jewelry Making (teens adults)11:30 a.m. Create a pair of wireearrings with local artisanAnne Powell using basic jewelry-making tools. Reservationsrequired. Call 843-883-3914 [email protected]. CCPLPoe Branch Library, 1921 Ion Ave.

SUNDAY, JULY10Charleston Sprint TriathlonSeries: Race #37 a.m. 12 p.m. James IslandCounty Park. Celebrating its26th year, this ve-race seriesincludes a .3-mile swim, a 12-

mile bike ride, and a 5K r un.Registration options vary, visitCharlestonCountyParks.com.

TUESDAY, JULY12Open Book Discussion10:30 a.m. Bring a favoritenew novel to share with thegroup. Light refreshments willbe provided. CCPL Poe BranchLibrary, 1921 Ion Avenue. 843-883-3914.

THURSDAY, JULY14Palmetto Islands Bird Walks8:30-10:30 a.m. Birding expertswill help identify and countsongbirds, birds of prey, wadingbirds, and others found along thepark's many trails. A registeredand paid chaperone is requiredfor participants ages 15 andunder. Course # 46127. Age: 9 &up. $9.

FRIDAY, JULY15South Carolina AquariumRovers10:30 a.m. Meet live animalsfrom the deep sea. CCPL PoeBranch Library, 1921 Ion Avenue.843-883-3914.

SATURDAY, JULY16Isle of Palms Beach RunChoose from a Youth Fun Run,5K or 10K run on the beach. Startat The Windjammer, 1008 OceanBlvd. IOP, at 8 a.m. iop.net/recreation, 843.886.8294

PLAY: Fi sh Print Fun10:30 a.m. Create a colorful shprint with the help of our friendsfrom Mt. Pleasant Seafood. CCPLPoe Branch Library, 1921 IonAvenue. 843-883-3914.

Beach Lovers Book Club10:30 a.m. Come for a livelydiscussion of Philomenaby Martin Sixsmith. Lightrefreshments provided. CCPL PoeBranch Library, 1921 Ion Avenue.843-883-3914.

SUNDAY, JULY24Brews & Chews IslandBeer FestivalHead to Wild Dunes Palmetto

Hall for a Charlestons 3rd annualBeer Festival and Pool Party. Sipon a selection of local, regionaland national craft beers witha variety of festive food pairingstations and enjoy live music.$40 for adults, $25 for youngadults (ages 13-20), $15 for kids(ages 4-12) wilddunes.com/brewsandchews, or 843.886.2218.


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Charlestons new mayor John Tecklenburg sits at the pianowith a portrait of his Uncle Fud Livingston, a well-knownjazz musician and writer, at a fundraiser for Battery Gadsden

lier this month. The mayor regaled attendees with his musicalent and tales of his time as a young boy growing up on Sullivansand.

Tecklenburg ticklesthe ivories


TheannualCarolina CoastSurf Club Surf Expowill be held 11 a.m. to 4p.m., Saturday, July 9, at TheWindjammer on Isle of Palms.

The event will include a boardswap, surf historian and boardappraiser Bill Simon, OdysseyBoard Shop, Surf Art by SteveRhea, Ocean Fitness, CharlestonWaterkeeper, Surfer's HealingAutism Foundation, Surfrider

Foundation, Warrior SurfFoundation, Carolina Surf Brandand Carolina Surf Film Festival.

The purposes of this eventare to promote surng in theCharleston area as a clean,family-oriented activity anddemonstrate the importance ofkeeping our beaches and oceansclean and accessible to thepublic.

There are not many places youcan take your teenager, or pre-

teenfor that

matter, tohave fun together

while getting greatexercise, with no cell phones

or Play Station controls in theirhands. Once children experiencethe exhilaration of riding a wave,they are hooked on this naturalhigh for life.

I once read a quote in thenewspaper from, I think, aFolly Beach surfer who said thegreatest thing about surng

and the environment is thatyou take nothing and you leavenothing, meaning that surngis an extremely environmentallyfriendly activity. Nothing istaken from the environment, andnothing is left in it. There are nogasoline fumes or litter left in theocean after surng. Nature isnone the worse off for sharingthe waves. Man meets naturein a very healthy, positive, self-fullling manner.

Carolina Coast SurfClub to host 2016 Expo

BY NICK SOTTILE

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS


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21, 2016

Microsoft has been pushingthe "upgrade" to Windows10 really hard these last

weeks, actually the pastral months. But with a date

ate July looming as the nal

off for a free "upgrade,"reminders, pop-ups and

nright pushiness have gonewarpdrive.considering the upgrade,

f you have already done it,e sure to "opt-out" of all thederful (sarcastic here) thingsrosoft has opted you into,h as allowing your laptop tod every keystroke you makehem and send anonymousa about basically everysite/ document/ print jobdo.

Here is a website that canguide you through doing the job:https://x10.isleaked.com/.

Some "geeks" have taken alaptop and tried to make it notphone home, and it does not

seem possible. Regardless ofhow many places you opt-out,Microsoft has embedded in theoperating system a way to sendsome sort of data home. In thecase of newer laptop, it's builtinto the hardware and cannot beturned off.

So, do I recommend Windows10 with the upgrade date of July28? It depends on whether you arebuying brand new or upgradingan existing laptop/desktop. Ifbrand new and buying locally,you really have no choice. Its

Windows 10 or buy Mac (Apple),that's about it. Opt-out of thethings you can and then enjoy.

Windows 10 is actually adecent operating system and iseasy to manage. It has lots of cool

"apps" and can make life easierif you don't care much aboutyour privacy. If you disable mostprivacy settings that follow/listen, then some of the "cool"items are disabled, but theoperating system still functionsquite well, except when Microsoftsends out an update that messeswith stuff.

If you are considering upgradingan existing laptop/desktop from7/8.1, I would caution againstit. The 10 OS is not made to runits best on older models and has

been known to either make themunusable or very slow after the"upgrade." In the best of worlds,you have traded a very good OS(in the case of 7) for an OK OSthat spies on you. Windows 7 will

be supported by Microsoft until2020 and 8.1 is 2023 (I think). Bythat time, who knows what willbe available?

Next column, no more 10! Lotsof good info on other productsand how to stay safe on the 'net.

I look forward to some goodquestions and helping you out. Ifyou need immediate assistance,you can always call Rent A Bobat 843-822-7794 or at [email protected].

Windows 10 is here, or is it?BY BOB HOOPER

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

Come out to Front Beach on Isle of Palms Saturday, July16, 2016 for the annual Beach Run. Competitors canenter in the following divisions; 5K Run/Walk or 10K Run.

The race begins at 8 a.m. Youth fun runs start at 9 a.m. Theregistration fee is $35 for the 5K Run/Walk or 10K Run and$15 for the Youth Fun Runs. Registration will also be open at 7a.m. the day of the race. The rst 200 participants to register areguaranteed a free moisture wicking t-shirt.

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Acme Lowcountry KitchenSpecializing in local andsustainable seafood. All AltanticOcean sourced Seafood. $$-$$$886-FISH (3474)31 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms

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

1130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of PalmsBeard CatsGelato made from locally sourcedingredients, and coffee shop thatsits below Obstinate Daughter. $416-5020www.beardcatsweetshop.com2063 Middle St, Sullivans Island

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

The BoathouseFresh, local seafood, andphenomenal sunset views fromthe upper deck on Breach Inlet.$$-$$$886.8000www.boathouserestaurants.com101 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Coconut Joes &Island Joes CoffeeSpectacular views of the Atlanticon the rooftop bar and live musicevery night during the summer.$-$$. Island Joes next doorfeaturing coffee and ice cream. $886-0046

www.coconutjoes.biz1120 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

The Co-OpA gourmet deli specializing inbreakfast and lunch sandwichesas well as local coffee. Enjoypantry staples including beerand wine along with locally madeproducts and house made takeand go meals. Open 7 days a week.Delivery available. $882-8088www.thecoopsi.com2019 Middle St, Sullivan's Island

The DinghyLaid back Key West Vibe, great

food options, unique beers ontap, spacious side porch, and livemusic. $-$$242-8310www.dinghyiop.com8 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms

Dunleavys Irish PubThe islands only Irish Pub.Famous burgers, Irish fare, favoritelocals hangout for over 20 years.$$883-9646www.dunleavysonsullivans.com

2213 Middle St, Sullivans IslandHigh ThymeA small island bistro, with a widerange of dishes, from seafood,tapas on Tuesday, and a Sundaybrunch. $$-$$$883-3536www.highthymecuisine.com2213 Middle St, Sullivans Island

Home Team BBQNot limited to barbeque, thiscasual eatery also serves salads,wraps, tacos, and quesadillas,Sunday Brunch. $$883-3131www.teamteambbq.com

2209 Middle St, Sullivans IslandIsland Ice Frozen YogurtAll organic frozen yogurt, withgluten free and vegan options.

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

Long Island CafCome in for lunch, dinner, orSunday brunch and enjoy all yourfavorite seafood, plus so muchmore at this island favorite. $$-$$$886-8809www.longislandcafesc.com

1515-A Palm Blvd, Isle of PalmsMorgan Creek GrillRelax with a front row seat onthe Intracoastal Waterway whileenjoying fresh seafood andsouthern hospitality. $$886-8980www.morgancreekgrill.com8040 1st Ave, Isle of Palms

The Obstinate DaughterRestaurant serving contemporarySouthern cuisine, pizza & pasta ina rustic, coastal-inspired space.$$-$$$416-5020www.theobstinatedaughter.com

2063 Middle St, Isle of Palms

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

Poes TavernFamous for their gourmet burgersand chicken sandwiches, this Poe-

inspired eatery also features greatdeals on fresh sh tacos. $$883-0083www.longislandcafesc.com2210 Middle St, Sullivans Island

RefugeEnjoy morning coffee with freshbagels and pastries from the coffeebar and dinner or lunch at therestaurant along with signaturecocktails.www.therefugeiop.com1517 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms

Saltworks Dockside DeliLocated inside the Isle of PalmsMarina Market, come enjoy

breakfast, smoothies, andsandwiches. $-$$883-3355www.saltworkscc.com50 41st Ave, Isle of Palms

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

Taco MamacitaEnjoy made from scratch TexMex soups, salads, tacos, and

enchiladas, and quench yourthirst with one of several specialtymargaritas. $$789-4107www.tacomamacita.com2213-B Middle St, Sullivans Island

WindjammerLively spot with a bar menu, adeck overlooking the water, andbeach volleyball court out back.$-$$886-8596www.the-windjammer.com1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

BaccoRegional Italian restaurantfeaturing fresh pastas, or di lattemozzarella and Neapolitan stylepizzas from the wood burning oven.$$$843.884.6969www.baccocharleston.com976 Houston Northcutt Blvd., Mt.Pleasant

Bistro ToulouseClassic French cuisine, ne winesand creative cocktails. Menu

highlights include Crepes, Mussels,Cassoulet, Bouillabaisse, Cheese& Charcuterie and house madeDesserts. $$$843.216.3434www.bistrotoulouse.com1220 Ben Sawyer Blvd,Mt. Pleasant

Eggs Up GrillRelaxed chain serving a menu ofbreakfast, burgers & sandwiches ina colorful setting. $-$$388-3654www.eggsupgrill.com2664 Highway 17 North,Mt. Pleasant

SawyersTrue to the low country, Sawyer'sOn The Boulevard is surroundedby beautiful Oak trees and done inreclaimed wood on the inside with

copper tiles topping the bar area.Local fresh shrimp and sh tacosare a favorite here as well as someof Charleston's best music 5 nightsa week. $$843.388.5270www.sawyersotb.com1528 Ben Sawyer Blvd,Mt. Pleasant

Stacks Coastal KitchenJoin us for lunch, where weoffer fresh soup, salads, andsandwiches. Enjoy dinner in acasual bistro-style setting, niceselection and outdoor seating. $$388-6968www.stackscoastalkitchen.com1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd,Mt. Pleasant

The Wine BarWine, unique variety of 40 +cheeses and charcuterie meats

from around the world., chocolate,bon-bons. $$849-5185www.thewinebarmtp.com664 Long Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant

2213 Middle St, Sullivans Island

883-9131

island eats

off-island eats



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Breach Inlet Tide Chart

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

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23, 2016

FINANCIAL FOCUS

Next week, we observe the Fourth of July with sparklers, picnicsand parades. And living in a country that offers so muchfreedom, we have a lot to celebrate. But on a more personal

, you may still be working toward another type of independenceancial independence. What can you do to speed your progress

ard this goal?

e are some ideas to think about:ee yourself from excessive fear. As an investor, its not hard tod something to fear. Oil prices, interest rates, political squabbles,en natural disasters at any given time, each of these factorsnd many more) might be blamed for volatility in the nancialarkets. In response, many people take a time out from investing.nt let fear hold you back. It takes discipline and some mental

ughness to stay invested in all economic environments, but ifure constantly jumping in and out of the market, youre almostaranteed to miss out on the kind of continuity and opportunities

you need to move toward your nancial freedom. Liberate your investments growth potential. Many investors avoid

investing too aggressively, wishing to lower their risk level. Andthats certainly not a bad idea. On the other hand, you can easilyslip into investing too safely by keeping the bulk of your portfolioin investments that protect your principal but offer so little in the

way of return that they may not even keep up with ination. So,try to always maintain a reasonable percentage of growth-orientedvehicles in your portfolio. The exact amount may depend on yourage and tolerance for risk, but at virtually every stage of your life,you need some growth potential.

Avoid the tyranny of debt. Its not easy to stay out of debt. Butcarrying a heavy debt load is truly a burden youre not onlyconcerned about making the payments, but youre also deprivingyourself of dollars that could be used to invest for your future.Try to do everything you can to live within your means and avoidracking up more debt than is necessary. And when you do whittledown your debts, put that found money to work. The more youput in your investment portfolio, the more opportunities you haveto reach your objectives.

Free your thinking about the future. Heres another roadblock onyour journey toward nancial independence: short-term thinking.Instead of seeking quick gains (which are notoriously hard toachieve), strive for steady growth. Instead of reacting to the newsof the day by making impulsive moves, chart a long-term strategythats appropriate for your needs, and stick to it. Instead of focusingon the losses you might see on one months investment statement,look back over the progress youve made over the last ve or 10years. In short, worry less about today and plan for tomorrow.

It will take a lot of time, effort and patience to ultimately achieveyour own Financial Independence Day. But once you do, youll havereason to rejoice and you wont even need the reworks.

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

How can you declare your fnancial independence?BY DIMI MATOUCHEV

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

As summer begins, we here at East Cooper Meals on Wheelsare still busy feeding over 275 recipients a day, and we couldreally use your help. We have been gifted with a $10,000

tch thanks to a few very generous local businesses and donors,every dollar you donate up to $10,000 will go twice as far. Pleasesider helping us Give a Day without Hunger.

This summer is off to a hot start, and we all know how importants to keep our AC and fans running 24/7. InKind has started ampaign for East Cooper Meals on Wheels to help us provide fansd AC units to recipients in need.Please visit us at ecmow.org to nd out more about how youn help. And come out Friday, July 1, from 5-10 p.m. to Pages

ra Grill. East Cooper Meals on Wheels will receive a percentageall dessert sales for the evening. In conjunction with this, Eastoper Medical Center with be giving away $10 coupons for randomrons bills as part of their Random Act of Community.

Help fght hunger and keep

people cool this summerBY JENNY LADDFOR ISLAND EYE NEWS


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