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Volume 6 Issue 12 September 28, 2012 FREE
Since May 2007
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ugar and spice and everything niceplus croissants,
turkey wraps, strawberries, grapes, brownies, and
a coconut cake; such was the smorgasbord for the
Garden Clubs Welcome Back Brunch.
Co-President Lisa Cermak gaveled in the frst meeting
of the Clubs 25
th
season to a flled Oak Hall on
September 14. Tis year promises to be an interesting
year as Cermak reviewed upcoming programs as well as
the clubs new outreach program. Tis year, the Garden
Club hopes to expand interest in the organization to all
Seabrookers, which, plainly speaking, means men. Tats
right, Lisa and Rita want to break through the typical
image of garden clubs, which is everything but dirt, and
invite all gardeners to share in the hobby of horticulture.
To continue the Clubs commitment to nature as
well as the islands fora and fauna, the Clubs October
program will be on dolphins. Seabrooker Patricia
Schaefer, a well-known expert on the subject, will present
a slide show and share her many experiences with these
friendly creatures.
Mark your calendars for Friday, October 12, for the
next meeting. Social cofee starts at 9:30 a.m. and the
meeting commences at 10 a.m.
Before closing the September meeting, the Seabrook
Island Garden Club gave special recognition to Elsie
Froberg. Elsie and her husband Howard have maintained
the Clubs directory and mailing lists for years. Many
thanks go to them for their dedication and commitment
to the Garden Club and to Seabrook Island.
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JOHNS ISLAND COUNCIL
Meetings are held at the Berkeley Electric Co-op located at
3351 Maybank Hwy, Johns Island.
Chairman Chris Cannon: 343-5113
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Kiawah Council continues on page 3
Monday, October 1
Kiawah Environmental Committee
3 p.m.
Kiawah Town Hall
Tuesday, October 2
Kiawah Town Council
2 p.m.
Kiawah Island Town Hall
Wednesday, October 3
Kiawah Planning Commission
3 p.m.
Kiawah Town Hall
Seabrook Planning Commission
Work Session
2:30 p.m.
Seabrook Town Hall
Thursday, October 4
Johns Island Council
7 p.m.
Berkeley Electric Co-Op
Kiawah Arts Council
3 p.m.
Kiawah Town Hall
Wednesday, October 10
Kiawah Communications
Committee
10:30 a.m.
Kiawah Town Hall
Seabrook Planning Commission
2:30 p.m.
Seabrook Town Hall
Kiawah River Plantation
John Darby, President of the Beach Company, addressed
Council regarding the proposed Tax Increment Finance Plan, or
TIF, for the Kiawah River Plantation development, to be located
on the southern end of Johns Island, next to Mullet Hall. Te
Plantation will develop 1,285 homes, 450 guest rooms, a golf
course, and 80,000 square feet of retail and ofce space.
A TIF would pay for improvements to the development with
future tax revenue it will generate. Darby stated that County
Councilman Joe Qualey spoke with Kiawah Council members
who did not support TIF. We are given the opportunity to
explain to you how the TIF process works, Darby stated. Te
main concern for Kiawah and St. Johns Fire District is how those
TIF dollars would work.
Harry Miley gave a presentation on behalf of the Beach
Company explaining TIF as an economic development tool
that captures the increased property tax revenue resulting from
private investment within a defned district to fund specifc
public projects. Miley stated that TIF funding is needed to
facilitate the estimated $1.35 billion in private investments, and
a corresponding increase in the tax base. TIF helps pay for
infrastructure and stimulate economic activity, he said.
In order for the TIF to be approved, it must frst undergo an
initial reading at County Council. Ten, a 45-day notice will
be sent out to taxing jurisdictions, including school districts. A
public hearing will then be held along with a second reading at
County Council. A third reading will take place, at which the
TIF ordinance will be adopted. A 21-day notice of the adoption
will be sent out, after which, the plan and agreement will be in
efect. Tis has to be County sponsored, Darby said. It has to
go through this negotiation process and then the Council will
vote.
Mayor Orban stated that if enough interest was generated, a
meeting could be arranged to continue the discussion at a later
date.
Questions About the Fifth Amendment
Island Resident Wendy Kulick commented on the Fifth
Amendment to the Development Agreement stating that she
hoped Council would be able to clarify her interpretation of the
agreement. If I understand the amendment correctly, it says that
the ffth amendment would allow KICA to obtain a piece of land
that they never intended, she said. She asked Council to clarify
the intentions of the amendment when it came time to discuss it
on the agenda.
Welcome to Carol Temple
Marilyn Blizard welcomed House Seat 115 hopeful Carol
Temple to the meeting. She is interested in what happens here
on Kiawah Island, Blizard stated.
PGA Gratitude
Roger Warren, President of Kiawah Island Golf Club thanked
the Council, Mayor Orban, and the Town for support during
the 2012 PGA. It was by all accounts an experience we will
never forget, Warren stated. We couldnt have administrated
this event without your support.
Arts Council Report
Councilmember Lipuma presented the Arts Councils eighth
annual report, stating that this season was noticeable for engaging
new and innovative programs. Te Arts Council managed to get
a number of State Accommodation Tax (SATAX) performances,
including performances by the Charleston Symphony Orchestra,
the Charleston Ballet Teatre, and a Piccolo Spoleto Preview. Tis
season, the Council ofered 20 major events plus four art flms
and four piano bar oferings. Te seasons budget was $90,000
and the Council expended 95 percent of the General Fund
Budget and 100 percent of the SATAX budget. Tat has been
our trend over time, Lipuma stated. Councilmember Lipuma
sent out a heartfelt thanks to the Town, the Arts Council, as
well as all others involved in making the season a success.
Charitable Contributions
Te Ways and Means Committee met at the beginning of
September to review a list of requests for charitable contributions.
Te Committee approved $86,000 out of a $100,000 budget
to support local charitable institutions. Council voted on the
organizations individually. Te following organizations will
receive specifc amounts from the budget:
Chamber Music Charleston - $2,000
Full Faith Ministries - $10,000
Meals on Monday at Rockville - $5,000
Johns Island Rural Housing - $10,000
Wadmalaw Island Citizens Improvement $2,500
Barrier Island Free Medical Clinic - $20,000
Palmetto Project - $6,000
Sea Island Habitat for Humanity - $15,000
Rural Mission - $10,000
Sea Island Alliance of Ministries - $5,500
Kiawah Town Council
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Kiawah Council continued on page 4
Councilmember Fran Wermuth
opposed the contributors to Johns Island
Rural Housing, Barrier Island Free
Medical Clinic, and Rural Mission.
All others were unanimously approved.
Council also approved $50,000 out of the
Hospitality Tax fund for a contribution
to the Gibbs Museum of Art as they
undertake a $15 million expansion and
refurbishment construction project.
We do support the symphony and the
conservancy, so its certainly a valid efort
on their part to come to us and ask for
funding, Mayor Orban stated.
Town Administrator Rucker
commented that Charleston Triathlon also
sent a request to Council for a donation of
$3,000. Te triathlon is held at the end of
September, and proceeds to go beneft the
Little Leagues of Johns and Wadmalaw
Islands. Last year, Council provided the
organization with $3,000 in advance
of their event following the summer
application. Mayor Orban commented,
We have supported it in the past but it
is not a 501(c)3. Based on the language
in our policy, it is a diferent event. We
just have to say yes or no. Councilmen
VanDerwerker and Lipuma requested
more information regarding the event
and how the funds would be used. Mayor
Orban suggested a spokesperson come to
the Ways and Means Committee meeting
and give a presentation on how the money
would be used.
2012 Beach Management Plan
Te updated Beach Management Plan
was forwarded to the Environmental
Committee for review at their September
10 meeting. A copy of the plan with
Committee recommendations will be
forwarded to the Town Council for
consideration at their October 2 meeting.
After the plan is approved, it will be
undergo a minor update and review in fve
years, and then a more major update in
ten years.
First Reading of Ordinance 2012-5
A public hearing was held prior to the
Council Meeting regarding the property
at 64 Ocean Course Drive. Council
approved the request to change the fxed
dock on the property to a foating dock.
First Reading of Ordinance 2012-6
After much discussion, Council
approved a frst reading for Adopting the
Recodifcation of the Municipal Code.
Councilmember Wermuth opposed,
wanting to have more time to look over
and propose updates for the frst reading.
Mayor Orban suggested Council approve
the frst reading and then hold a workshop
with all Council members to go through
the ordinance and suggest any changes
that need to be made. A fnal reading of
the ordinance is scheduled for October.
Updated 2012-2013 Mitigation Plan
Te Charleston Regional Hazard
Mitigation Project Committee has
updated and fnalized the 2012-2013
Mitigation Plan. According to FEMA,
local governing entities must be informed
of any updates. No action by Council was
necessary, and the updated document
is available on the Charleston County
website.
Solid Waste Services
Town Administrator Tumiko
Rucker stated that Carolina Waste
is wrapping up their legal review of their
services contract. Council approved the
contract.
Fifth Amendment to the Development
Agreement Between Kiawah Resort
and the Town
Council discussed how to best handle
an error in deeded land between Kiawah
Resort Associates, and the Kiawah Island
Community Association. In Section 16(b)
of the Development Agreement between
KICA and the Town, KRA agreed to
convey a strip of land known as the
Beachfront Strip to KICA. It has come
to the attention of KRA and the Town
that the property description mistakenly
encompassed land beyond the intended
western terminus of the Beachfront
Strip, including Beachwalker Park.
Tis inclusion was an error on behalf of
KRA and the Town, the KRA is seeking
to confrm and agree that the western-
terminus boundary of the Beachfront
Strip should not have been included in the
property description under the agreement,
nor conveyed to KICA.
Council debated on how to resolve
the issue. Councilman Lipuma suggested
that any language involving the Town
be removed from the ffth amendment,
making the issue solely between KRA and
KICA, but there were hesitancies among
Council about amending the contract.
Councilman Vanderwerker stated,
Anytime you change a contract or amend
it, youre running the risk of unintended
consequences and issues that may or
may not ft in or come up again. Town
Attorney Sally Rhoad recommended the
amendment, so the legal process would
be easier and the Town would not have
to be involved. Councilmember Wermuth
expressed concern on why the Town
should facilitate action stating, Tis is a
legal document deeded to KICA. Tus,
the issue should be between KRA and
KICA and not the Town.
Were not trying to correct the
problem, Mayor Orban stated. were
just trying to afrm the original intent so
hopefully Town will be out of the problem.
I dont see how this hurts the Town at all.
Council passed a motion to have the
Town Attorney look at the changes within
the context of the ffth amendment, and
see if the Town can be removed. Council
will revisit the issue next meeting.
Ad Hoc Fire Committee
Councilmember Burnaford reported
that the Ad Hoc Fire Committee held no
meeting in August because of the PGA.
Burnaford stated that the Committee
reviewed a budget for the Johns Island Fire
Department. Te next meeting will be on
September 25. Burnaford also reported
that a 5,000-person survey was released
by the South Carolina Department of
Transportation stating that 77 percent
of Kiawah Island and Seabrook Island
residents supported the completion of
I-526. Tats a big boost for those of us in
favor of 526, he said.
Public Safety Committee
Councilmember Wermuth reported
that the Public Safety Committee met on
August 21 and decided to meet quarterly
since the PGA has passed. Te next
meeting will be in October. Wermuth also
attended the St. Johns Fire Department
meeting along with a packed crowd. It
was an interesting meeting, to say the
least, Wermuth said.
Arts Council
Councilmember Lipuma stated that
the Arts Council would hold an event on
September 29 featuring the Port Authority
band.
Environmental Committee and Public Works
Councilmember VanDerwerker stated
that the vegetation survey conducted by
Dr. Joel Gramling is eleven months in and
going well. Te study should be completed
by mid-November, with a presentation of
fndings to be presented to Council at the
December 4 meeting. Te Environmental
Committee also discussed what to do
about the ongoing proposal from Coastal
Science & Engineering regarding beach
monitoring. Town biologist Jim Jordan
feels it is important to continue with
beach monitoring, VanDerwerker said.
Jordan proposed to the Committee that
they should complete a limited survey
annually. VanDerwerker stated that
this survey would cost about $30,000 a
year, for fve years. I bring this up now
because of the delay in our meetings, and
the timing that they want to do things
in is that they want to start this month,
VanDerwerker said. Te Mayor said that
this would be discussed at the Ways and
Means Committee meeting stating that,
We certainly dont need to do this every
year. Councilmember Lipuma agreed
saying, We need to look at the
cost value of this.
Te trash pickup change is going
fairly well, VanDerwerker commented.
Te Committee has been notifed of
several streets that were listed incorrectly,
and the corrections have been made.
Town Administrators Report
Town Administrator Tumiko Rucker
stated that the Article 12 Zoning
document is completed and available
online.
Rucker continued to report that
Comcast has extended their services to
the Preserve area, including Summer
Islands and Falcon Point. Blue Heron is
a second phase of the extension. Comcast
indicated that they did not view any areas
that required immediate attention, but
they are currently working on the Blue
Heron section. Tey have been resp take
up toonsive, and the emails from Summer
Islands indicate residents are happy to
see something is being done, she said.
Comcast is being responsive and that is
a good thing.
Municipal Election fling is open.
Charleston County has approved the
change of voting location from the
frehouse to the Sandcastle, but the
approval for making the change permanent
may 60 days. Hopefully we will receive
approval prior to the election. Otherwise,
it is the frehouse, Rucker said.
2,300 letters were mailed out,
reminding residents of their change in
Solid Waste services. Rucker reminded
residents that if your service was changed
per the list, to be sure and place receptacles
at the curb on the proper day and time. It
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adds a tremendous amount of extra time
in getting the island cleaned up when
crews have to go back and pick them up,
she said. As of September 14, the 90-day
notice was up and if receptacles are not
at the curb or proper locations, residents
will have to wait until the next week. Te
last date to change service is September
30. In August, 256 tons of trash were
collected, with 40 percent being recyclable
materials. Tere must have been a lot of
wine bottles, Mayor Orban joked.
Te application to receive 20 native trees
from Palmetto Pride was approved. Te
trees are grown at correctional facilities in
Columbia and then incorporated into the
landscaping.
Te Town Hall ADA project was
completed on September 14.
Mayors Report
Mayor Orban reported that in
December of this year, he will be
completing ten years of public service and
will not be running for reelection. He has
served as Mayor for two years and been
on Council for ten. Orban stated that he
is most proud of the roundabout project
and the redo of the parkway. Its time
we get new people in, he commented.
I always was in favor of term limits for
federal government so that should carry
down. Te Mayor thanked Council and
the Town for their support over the years.
Correspondence
Te Town received numerous letters
regarding various issues which are
all available online. Councilmember
Burnaford commented on the Freedom
of Information Act Request regarding
St. Johns Fire District Commissioners.
Burnaford apologized to Council for
giving the impression that he was writing
on behalf of the Council. I should not
have done that and I want to apologize. A
written apology is coming, he said.
Citizens Comments
Carol Temple, James Island resident for
34 years and candidate for House Seat 115,
visited Council. I wanted to come to your
meeting because I did want to listen and
get a better understanding of the issues
and concerns that you grapple with, she
stated. Ive been amazed with the reports
and I commend you for your service. I
am sure the citizens appreciate the kind
of work your doing, she continued. As a
small business owner for ten years
and an educator, Temple hopes to
bring her experience in those areas
to Columbia and help make a
diference in South Carolina.
Island resident Marilyn Larach thanked
Mayor Orban for his excellent service.
She also addressed the Environmental
Committee asking whether or not the
pines on the island are going under
accelerated death. It seems to me that
more pines are dead than normal, she
said. Her third comment was regarding
the proposed ffth amendment. I wanted
to say that I share Frans view that this is
an issue between KICA and KRA. Im not
sure why the Town needs to facilitate.
Island Resident Tom Kulick thanked
the Council for the $40,000 donation to
St. Johns Fire Department, stating that
they came in a few thousand dollars under
the amount budgeted for the PGA. He
also thanked Council members Burnaford
and Wermuth for coming to the meeting.
I encourage everybody to come to the
fre commission meetings. It ends a lot of
questions and misinformation that gets
passed around on the island.
Pastor Mary Stoney of Sea Island
Ministry thanked Council for their
donation of $5,500 for the Convoy of
Hope event. Convoy of Hope is not just a
one day event, she said. I wish you could
hear how peoples lives have been changed
from this event. It brings over the largest
amount of people at one place on the
island. You and all of Kiawah are an active
part of this.
Island resident Wendy Kulick addressed
Council and stated that after listening to
discussion regarding the ffth amendment,
she agreed with VanDerwerker and
Wermuth. Secondly, she commented
that she assumed the County would be
responsible for taking care of new voter
ID cards once everything for the change
of location has been approved. She also
stated that she has never heard of a TIF
that lasts 45 years. Ive heard of 15 years,
maybe 20, but never 45. In my experience,
TIFs have been awarded when dealing
with communities that need gentrifcation,
and wouldnt be developed if not for the
TIF, she stated. I dont think we can
consider Mullet Hall and Kiawah River
Plantation as a blighted area. Beautiful,
but not blighted. Kulick also commented
that at the last meeting, she asked a
question regarding why Kiawah pushed so
hard to get the Greenway item onto the
CHATS agenda when it was already on it.
Councilman Burnaford stated that he was
not at the last CHATS meeting and did
not know who placed it on the agenda.
Councilmember Comments
Town Administrator Rucker
commented that the Town has received
concerns regarding water safety. Te
Utility Company completed street
testing and home testing on both tap and
fltration. A report was received on August
3 stating that there are no contaminates in
the water and it is better standards than
required.
Councilman VanDerwerker thanked
Mayor Orban for his work as Mayor. He
also stated as an announcement that the
resort would be hosting a Kiawah River
sweep cleanup on September 15. Te
resort would ofer free use of kayaks to
those wanting to help cleanup.
Councilmember Lipuma thanks
Mayor Orban for a job well done. He
also stated that he plans to run for Mayor.
I feel there should be some amount of
continuity from one Council to the next
and I feel that I would be in the position
to do that. My hat is in the ring, he said.
Councilman Burnaford commented
that his wife is in the DAR and a
receptacle has been located in the lobby
of the Town Hall collecting eyeglasses
and socks for wounded soldiers serving in
Iraq and Afghanistan. Burnaford thanked
Mayor Orban and stated that he will not
be seeking reelection.
All Council members expressed
heartfelt remembrances for the anniversary
of 9-11.
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E
ven for the most informed Kiawah
golf afcionado, Joel Zuckermans
latest book Kiawah Golf: Te
Games Elegant Island provides insight,
entertainment, and intrigue into the
game that has made Kiawah Island so
special. Published by Te History Press
and released in early July, the debut of the
book coincided perfectly with Kiawahs
biggest event in history: the 2012 PGA
Tournament.
Zuckermans book captures the essence
of golf on Kiawah Island, and for golf
lovers and Kiawah lovers alike, its a must
read. Te book begins with what the
author calls a very brief history of the
island, dating back to the late 1600s. After
setting the scene, Zuckerman outlines the
fve courses on the resort incorporating
details, humor, and personal experiences.
Commenting on the infamous Ocean
Course wind, the author writes, Tere are
days the wind dies almost completely, but
just like fnding Mel Gibson sans cocktail,
its not going to happen very often.
Interspersed between the chapters
detailing the fve courses, Zuckerman
incorporates interviews and histories of
some of the most prominent names in
Kiawah Golf. Zuckerman speaks with
Kiawah Resort president Roger Warren,
who he describes as a man who himself
has had a dramatically positive impact
on the Kiawah Resort. Te book also
includes chapters on the involvement
of Pat McKinney, former president of
Kiawah Island Real Estate Company, who
Zuckerman says has been elemental in
contributing to the growth of the Kiawah
golf scene, as well as Beth Daniel, the
fnest and most accomplished golfer in the
citys long history. Zuckerman includes
a fascinating chapter on the Fords, Te
First Family of Golf, in which he speaks
with several members of the Ford family,
reminiscing on their life, lessons, and love
of the game.
Tough the 2012 PGA Championship
is over, Zuckerman provides a thorough
history of the event that catapulted
Kiawah Island Golf into the worldwide
golf realm. He concludes the book with
a look back at the 1991 Ryder Cup.
Information aside, his golfng masterpiece
is not without pictures; stunning, double
page spreads fll the pages, capturing some
of Kiawahs most iconic viewpoints.
From cover to cover, Kiwah Golf:
Te Games Elegant Island encapsulates
the heart and soul of golfng on Kiawah
Island. Peter Dye comments in his
forward, Zuckerman creates a vibrant
picture of one of the greatest destinations
in the game, and I am sure his new book
will appeal to those who love golf, love
Kiawah Island, or love them both.
Joel Zuckerman is the author of six
books, including Pete Dye Golf Courses,
which won the Book of the Year Award by
International Network of Golf. Zuckerman
lives in Savannah, Georgia. For more
information, visit www.historypress.net or
www.vagabondgolfer.com.
One for the Books
NEW BOOK DETAI L S GOL F L I F E ON KI AWAH I SL AND
BY HANNAH DOCKERY
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ARTS
A
vner Eisenberg is an American
vaudeville performer,
clown, mime,
juggler, and sleight
of hand magician. A
master of the art of
physical comedy,
Avner weaves a spell
of poetic simplicity
in a show of hilarious
predicaments. Avner
is best known for his
endearing portrayal
of the Holy Man,
Te Jewel in the
Michael Douglas
flm the Jewel of
the Nile. He has
appeared on and
of Broadway,
and is often a
featured performer
in numerous theaters where he has
won many awards for his magic
and comedy. Dont miss
your chance for a great
evening of hysterical
e n t e r t a i n me n t .
Show starts at 7:30
p.m. at the Turtle
Point Clubhouse
on Kiawah Island.
Sponsored by the
Town of Kiawah
Island Arts
C o u n c i l .
Complimentary
tickets are
available at the Visitors
Center at Kiawah Island
Town Hall.
For more information
call 768-9166.
Avner the Eccentric
Arrives at Turtle Point
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f anyone told me a year ago that I
would be making waves to the Latino
steps of the salsa, tango, famingo, and
belly dancing, all, God forbid, in a swim
suit at the YMCA, Id frmly reply, In
your dreams.
Its not that I dont adore exercise,
but wearing an old lady swim suit and
performing foreign dance steps? At
the very thought, my overinfated ego
screamed, Play it safe! Why bother to
take a chance and make a fool of yourself?
Again.
Its true, as the years spin by, we seniors
tend to shy away from the unknown.
Its less stressful to rest in the minuscule
details of our daily routine. I admit I do
value my comfort zones.
Nevertheless, I bought my much
advertised Miracle Swim Suit that
promised a smoother, trimmer appearance.
I rented my locker with a combination
lock that immediately took me back to the
angst of high school algebra combinations.
Oh, how our wily egos can ship wreck our
opportunities for just plain ol fun.
Trust me. Dancing with a giddy group
of ladies of all sizes and shapes takes away
all inhibitions and no matter how you feel
easing into the cool water, you will step
out of the water energized for the rest of
the day.
Zumba is a Colombian dance
ftness program created by dancer and
choreographer Alberto Beto Perez.
Perez was forced to improvise one day in
1986 when he forgot his aerobics music
for an exercise class. Using salsa and
meringue rhythms, he combined the two,
eventually produced a demo reel and
the rest is history. Presently there are 12
million people taking Zumba classes in
more than 110,000 locations in more than
126 countries.
Aqua Zumba classes are an hour long
and are taught by qualifed, young, hard-
bodied instructors. Once the music flls
the humid arena, ready or not, the party
begins. Te instructor dances front and
center on the pool deck and conducts the
group, starting with a brisk warm-up and
moving into raunchy, racy paces, followed
by a much needed cool down.
What I like about the swimming pool
venue is that I can push myself as much
or little as Im willing to. Like other
moderate, low-impact physical activities,
the benefts are similar, but dancing isnt
boring. Its no secret that music unlocks
the parts of the brain that contains our
pleasure hormones. Te good news is that
active participation in a shared purpose
can add years to ones life. For example,
it can be bowling, shufeboard, or maybe
even miniature golf. Any competitive
game that excludes sitting down. Te
bonus, apart from increased longevity, is
a promise of improved emotional health
and sharper cognitive skills.
Surely even a plump, pessimistic goose
or gander would fnd it hard to resist a few
more years of paddling around a lake.
Much has been written about living the
last chapters of ones life with grace, wit,
and gratitude to the point of ad nauseam.
I still and will probably continue to fght
my competitive ego to the last day of what
I call my Finishing School for seniors. No
one else can see that Im not dancing the
correct dance movements, and no one
gives a cha cha cha that Im moving right
when I should be facing left. Tomorrows
another day. For dancing.
Aqua Zumba, Anyone?
BY PEGGY HENDERSON
T
he AARP East Cooper Chapter will meet on Tuesday, October 2 at 11:30
a.m. on the second foor of Heritage Trust, located at 847 Coleman
Boulevard, Mount Pleasant. Kelley Hallman, Lifeline Coordinator for
Roper St. Francis Health Care will be speaking and is sponsoring the luncheon.
To RSVP or receive more information, call Debra Whitfeld at 367-4845.
AARP East Cooper
Meeting Scheduled
T
he South Carolina Silver Haired Legislature held its annual legislative session in
the Chambers of the South Carolina House of Representatives in Columbia in
mid-September. Tis body consists of 186 senior citizens of at least 60 years of
age from throughout the state. It is made up of 10 caucuses. Each caucus ours being
the Trident Caucus serving Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester Counties submits
up to fve suggested pieces of legislation to the Governor, the Senate, and the House.
At the recent annual session the body scaled down their requests. Te top three
dealt with (1) requesting funding as requested by the Lt. Governor, who is responsible
for programs for senior citizens in the state, for in-home care; (2) establishing a Select
Committee on Aging, to be appointed by legislative leaders; and (3), requesting state
funding for afordable transportation for needy seniors.
Other topics receiving favorable consideration included partial loan forgiveness for
geriatric medical students who agree to practice in South Carolina, promotion of a
state-wide program to train persons to serve as court-appointed guardians ad litem,
requesting adequate funding for the costs of shelter and care for abused seniors who must
be removed from their home, and preventing pharmacists from altering a prescription
ordered by a physician.
Tere was also a discussion concerning a little-known beneft for those over age 85
in South Carolina. Tey are entitled to a one percent sales tax reduction for personal
purchases. Retailers generally do not voluntarily give this. It must be requested by
the 85+ year old purchaser. Tere are also other senior discounts that can be taken if
requested. For example, Arbys, Chic-Fil-A, Dunkin Donuts, IHOP, and Wendys all
give a 10 percent discount to those over the age of 55. Burger King and Subway give 10
percent of to those over 60, Hardees has 33 cent beverages for those over age 65, and
Krispy Kreme gives 10 percent of to those over the age of 50.

Additional discounts include:
K-Mart gives 20 percent of if over age 50 and Kohls gives 15 percent of if over
age 60.
Amtrak gives 15 percent of if over age 62 and Greyhound gives 5 percent of if
over age 62.
Many motels and hotels give from 10 percent to 30 percent of if over age 60.
Te same is true of many theaters.
So apparently aging is not all bad. Keep the faith.
Meeting with the Silver
Haired Legislature
COMMI T T EE F OCUSES ON
I N- HOME CARE, AF F ORDABL E
T RANSPORTAT I ON, AND NEW
COMMI T T EE ON AGI NG
BY SAM REED
ARTS
8 September 28, 2012
T
he 35
th
annual Kiawah Island Golf
Resort Marathon will take place on
Saturday, December 8, 2012. New
this year, the Kiawah Island Marathon
unveils a new half marathon course as
well as a new single-loop full marathon
course. As a result, the races will ofer
new starting lines, giving the runners
more room to start and fewer turns early
in the race. Additionally, for runners with
a specifc fnish time goal, this years race
will now have professional pacers to assist
runners to set the correct pace to reach
their target time. Also new this year, the
resort will be providing innovative post-
race statistics, allowing runners to gauge
their performance.
At last years race, we ushered in the
Year of the Olympiads with our very
own elite runners and Olympic Trial
Qualifers. For this years 35
th
anniversary
race, were focusing on the daily runner,
the tried and true runner, the day-in and
day-out runner, that neither heat nor
humidity, not even rain, sleet, or snow can
keep from the roadways, explained race
director Liz King. Having fewer turns
early in the race, fewer overall turns, and
professional pacers are aimed at producing
a better experience for the daily runner,
the backbone of every running community
across the world.
For more information on the new courses,
pacers and spectator information, please
visit www.KiawahMarathon.com, call
768-6022 or email kiawah_marathon@
kiawahresort.com.

35
th
Annual Kiawah
Marathon Steps It Up
RACE TO FEATURE SI NGLE- LOOP
MARATHON COURSE,
NEW HALF MARATHON COURSE,
AND PROFESSI ONAL PACERS
SPECIAL TO THE ISLAND CONNECTION
A Brush with Chiaroscuro
SEABROOK ART GUI L D
WEL COMES ARTI ST L AURI E MEYER
BY BRENDA TILSON
Art Guild members, please plan to
attend this months meeting of the islands
art community. It promises to be inspiring
and informative. Laurie Meyer will be the
Guilds guest artist and will be giving a
demonstration on painting techniques
using dark and light to their full efects.
Laurie Meyer has lived and painted in
Charleston for more than 25 years. Her
signature painting traits of rich colors,
broad brushy strokes, and palette knife
applications make her work varied and
interesting. Art has also played a role
in Lauries community involvement.
She has served as an ofcer in several
organizations that promote the arts and
creative endeavors.
You are in for a treat as you watch
Laurie create her magic on canvas. Te
meeting starts at 3 p.m. on Tuesday,
October 16, at the Lake House.
As Laurie says, My challenge is to
interpret what I see and express it in my
unique style.
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C
ooler days and nights have arrived on
Charlestons sea islands, and Freshfelds
Village thinks thats worth celebrating. Tis
years Fall Festival will feature a host of festivities
starting Friday, October 5, through Sunday,
October 7. Sponsored in part by King Street Grille
and Anheuser-Busch, the festival has plenty of
family fun scheduled over the weekend, which
will wrap up with the annual American Music
Celebration.
October 5: Palmetto Soul! will hit the Freshfelds
Village Green stage from 6 to 9 p.m. with a
free concert featuring an eclectic range of music
from any era or genre. Guests are encouraged to
bring their lawn chairs and blankets to relax and
comfortably enjoy this outdoor performance. Food
and drinks will be available for purchase.
October 6: From 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., families
will really get into the fall spirit with a fun-packed
day featuring live music and childrens activities,
as well as a special Farmers Market featuring local
seasonal goods and produce. Te Chris Crosby Duo
will perform on the Village Green, and kids can
play for hours with free jump castles, a climbing
wall, face painting, golf games from Te First
Tee of Greater Charleston and more. At 1 p.m.,
nationally acclaimed storyteller and playwright,
Sharon Murray, also known as Te Gullah Lady,
will introduce audiences to the rich traditions of
the Gullah culture. Guests can also experience
local artwork and watch live demonstrations by the
Kiawah and Seabrook Artists Guild.
October 7: Conclude the weekend at the 7th Annual American Music
Celebration, which will feature free concerts from three national roots
music acts sponsored by the Town of Kiawah, Bill and Marilyn Blizard,
and the Lowcountry Blues Bash. Musicians will perform from 2 to 7 p.m.
on the Village Green and will include:
Miss Wanda Johnson & Te Upstate Rhythm Section: Wanda will
perform a selection of rhythm and blues songs with her homegrown
Upstate band.
Travis Moonchild Haddix Blues Orchestra: Travis Haddix is one of
Americas most prolifc blues/soul artists and brings his seven-piece band
for a rare tour of the Lowcountry.
Rick Estrin & Te Nightcats: Harmonica expert Rick Estrin brings his
southern California roots and original songwriting to Freshfelds Village
for his appearance in South Carolina.
Tis festival is a prelude to Freshfelds vibrant holiday event schedule,
which kicks of with the Holiday Festival on Friday, November 23. For more
information and to view upcoming events, visit www.FreshfeldsVillage.com.
Fall Festival at Freshfelds Welcomes Cooler Days
F REE FAMI LY- F RI ENDLY ENT ERTAI NMENT AND
L I VE MUSI C TO BE F EAT URED OCTOBER 5 - 7
SPECIAL TO ISLAND CONNECTION
ASK THE DOCTOR
September 28, 2012 9
C
VD or cardiovascular disease is the
leading cause of death in the US
for men. Many men undergo lipid
panels and stress tests to determine their
risk of heart failure, but recent published
studies show that testosterone levels should
also be considered. Dr. Bright McConnell,
III of FitMed Partners explains how
low testosterone in men can indicate a
signifcant increase in cardiovascular risk.
He states, Recent studies from Sweden
and Germany indicate that testosterone
levels can not be overlooked when
considering the cardiovascular disease risk
in male patients.
In a Swedish study of 2,400 men
between the ages of 70 and 89, results
showed that the men with increased
testosterone levels were less likely to
sufer a heart attack or stroke. A study in
Germany concludes that low testosterone
is associated with increased mortality. Dr.
McConnell emphasizes that these fndings
be taken seriously. He states, Many
men focus on the benefts of increasing
testosterone levels related to libido and
energy level, but in reality correcting low
testosterone can protect male patients
from heart failure and stroke.
FitMed Partners translates this
emerging clinical information into safe,
natural, and medically-based bio-identical
hormone replacement therapy (BHRT)
for men. Trough Bio-Identical
Hormone Replacement Terapy, we
identify, modulate, and manage over time
the hormone levels that are customized to
each patients needs, says Dr. McConnell.
BHRT for men can increase their
testosterone levels while decreasing their
cardiovascular risk. And, yes, Male BHRT
identifed and managed properly also
improves muscle mass, libido, cognitive
function, recuperative ability of elite
athletes and level of energy.
Dr. McConnells expert advice is based
on scientifc evidence and three decades of
experience. Patient treatment plans are
individualized using diagnostic, laboratory,
and one-on-one physician evaluations
to determine each patients best course
of action. FitMed Partners/Charleston
Sports Medicine is located at 900 Island
Park Drive on Daniel Island. For more
information, visit www.ftmedpartners.com
or call 284-5720.
Heart Attacks and Men
PHYSI CI AN WARNS TO CONSI DER T ESTOST ERONE L EVEL S
BY DR. BRIGHT MCCONNELL, III
DR. BRIGHT MCCONNELL, III
10 September 28, 2012
September 28
Island Connection Calendar
October 19
FRI DAY, SEPTEMBER 28
Beachwalker Bird Walks
Te southwestern end of Kiawah Island
is an excellent place to spot seabirds and
shorebirds. Well hike nearly two miles of
pristine beach looking for a variety of birds,
including raptors and songbirds. Age: 12 &
up. Fee: Free; however, pre-registration is
required. 8:30-11 a.m. For more info, call
795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com.
Dine Around Charleston
Taking place Friday, September 28 and
Saturday, September 29, enjoy special
three course menus paired with specialty/
craft beers at restaurants in downtown
Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Kiawah Island,
Isle of Palms, Sullivans Island, West Ashley,
and Johns Island. For more info, menus,
and participating restaurants, visit www.
charlestonrestaurantassociation.com.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
Wake Fest at Trophy Lakes
Every last Saturday of the month this
summer. Enjoy Live Music, and food and
drink by Savory Sushi. $35 to ride (ski/
wakeboard) all day. Registration starts at
10a.m. and a rider meeting will be held at
10:30 a.m. Riding starts at 11 a.m. Parking
is $5/car. 3050 Marlin Rd. Johns Island, just
of Maybank Highway. For more info, visit
www.trophylakes.com.
Kiawah Island Arts Council presents:
Port Authority Band
Just ten months young, Port Authority, is
a dynamic foursome with a sound much
greater than their size. Sponsored by the
Town of Kiawah Island Arts Council.
7:30 pm at Turtle Point Clubhouse on
Kiawah Island. Free and open to the public.
Complimentary Tickets are available at
the Visitors Center at Kiawah Island Town
Hall, 21 Beachwalker Drive. For more
information call 768-9166.
Monster Mega Mud Run at Legare Farms
Sponsored by Monster Drinks, runners and
fun-seekers are welcome to participate in
this muddy run. Live music and drinks, with
hamburgers, brat dogs and boiled peanuts
by Legare Farms. 2620 Hanscombe Pt. Rd.
Johns Island. For more info and to register,
visit www.Monstermegamudrun.com.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 1
Opera Lite at the Sandcastle
Community Center
Opera Lite, presented by Dr. John Benzel,
features an opera in video with subtitles
and top-notch performers. Audio, literary
and historical sources supplement these
educational and entertaining programs. All
are welcome--previous opera experience is
not important!--and reservations are not
required. Te featured program will be
Cavaleria Rusticana by Mascagni. 3 4:30
p.m. 1 Shipwatch Road, Kiawah Island. For
more info, call the Sandcastle at 768-3875.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2
Charleston County Bookmobile
Te Charleston County Bookmobile
willbe at Freshfelds Villagethe frst and
third Tuesday of every month from 10
a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Te Bookmobile will
be parked behind Heges and Java Java.
For more info, call Guest Services at
768-6491.
FRI DAY, OCTOBER 5
ABVI Charleston Oyster Roast
& Pig Pickin
Enjoy one of the frst oyster roasts of the
fall and a pig pickin at Alhambra Hall in
support of the Association for the Blind
and Visually Impaired in Charleston. Live
music by the killer whales. Beer, wine,
appetizers, oysters, pig, desserts, and live
and silent auctions. $40 per person/$70 per
couple. For more info, email Mackie Moore
at mmoore@associationfortheblinksc.org or
call 723-6915. Tickets at www.bit.ly/PptosI.
Freshfelds Fall Festival
Taking place all weekend, this family
friendly event includes food, music, and
plenty of fun activities. Today, enjoy a free
concert by Palmetto Soul! from 6 - 9 p.m. at
the Freshfelds Village Green. For more info,
visit www.freshfeldsvillage.com or call Guest
Services at 768-6491
Plantation Nights at Hampton Plantation
Come experience a diferent side of
Hampton and let the sound of old time
music and the ficker of torches guide
you to the plantation house. Live music by
Low Country Friends of Old Time Music on
the portico and a guided candlelight tour
through the frst foor rooms. 7 - 8:30 p.m.
1950 Rutledge Road, McClellanville. $15/
person. Register by calling 546-9361.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6
CSO Spiritual Ensemble presents: Ode to
Le Chevalier de Saint-Georges
6 p.m. at First Scott Presbyterian Church in
Downtown Charleston. Tickets: $20. For
more info, visit www.csospiritual.com or call
866-811-4111.

Freshfelds Fall Festival
Taking place all weekend, this family
friendly event includes food, music, and
plenty of fun activities. From 11 a.m. - 3
p.m., enjoy live music, a farmers market,
jump castles, a climbing wall, face painting,
golf games, live art demos, storytelling
and more. For more info, visit www.
freshfeldsvillage.com or call Guest Services
at 768-6491
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7
Freshfelds Fall Festival: American
Music Celebration
As part of the Freshfelds Fall Celebration,
enjoy free live music from 2 - 7 p.m. with
Ms Wanda Johnson & Te Upstate Rhythm
Section, Travis Moonchild Haddix Blues
Orchestra, and Rick Estrin & Te Nightcats,
on the Freshfelds Village Green. For more
info, visit www.freshfeldsvillage.com or call
Guest Services at 768-6491.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 8
Opera Lite at the Sandcastle Community
Center
Opera Lite, presented by Dr. John Benzel,
features an opera in video with subtitles
and top-notch performers. Audio, literary
and historical sources supplement these
educational and entertaining programs. All
are welcome--previous opera experience is
not important!--and reservations are not
required. Te featured program will be
LItaliana in Algeri by Rossini. 3 4:30
p.m. 1 Shipwatch Road, Kiawah Island. For
more info, call the Sandcastle at 768-3875.
Breast Cancer Boot Camp 101
at the Sandcastle
Dr. Jennifer Beatty, founder of Te Breast
Place in North Charleston, will discuss
breast health, reducing the risk of breast
cancer, efects of age and family history,
and treatment. Reservations for this
complimentary program are due October 4.
2 p.m. at the Sandcastle Community Center,
1 Shipwatch Road, Kiawah Island. Please
contact the Sandcastle at sandcastle@kica.us
or call 768-3875.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11
Johns Island Conservation Presentation
Learn more about Johns Islands history and
future, as well as our unique local pod of
dolphins. Food and beverages will be served
and a $15 donation is requested at the door.
5:30 7 p.m. St. Johns Yacht Harbor, 2408
Maybank Highway. For more info or to
purchase discounted tickets in advance, visit
www.jicsc.org.
FRI DAY, OCTOBER 12
Homecoming at Charleston
Collegiate School
Charleston Collegiate School announces
Homecoming 2012. Te Sundevils will take
on St. Johns Christian with Kick-Of at
7:30 p.m. Alumni are invited to attend and
reconnect with friends and teachers at the
Alumni Celebration. For more information,
call 559-5506.
Kiawah Arts Council presents:
Avner the Eccentric
Avner Eisenberg is an American vaudeville
performer, clown, mime, juggler, and
sleight of hand magician. Dont miss your
chance for a great evening of hysterical
entertainment. Free and open to the public.
7:30 p.m. at Kiawah Islands Turtle Point
Clubhouse. Complimentary tickets are
available at the Visitors Center at Kiawah
Island Town Hall, 21 Beachwalker Drive.
For more info call 768-9166.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14
Plantation Nights at Hampton Plantation
Come experience a diferent side of
Hampton and let the sound of old
time music and the ficker of torches
guide you to the plantation house.Live
music by Low Country Friends of Old
Time Music on the portico and a
guided candlelight tour through the
frst foor rooms. 7 - 8:30 p.m. 1950
Rutledge Road, McClellanville. $15/
person. Register by calling 546-9361.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 15
Bishop Gadsden Community Market
Local food, produce from area farmers,
and art will be available for sale at Bishop
Gadsden from 3:30 6 p.m. Vendors
include Joseph Fields Farm, King of Pops,
CoCos Mini Donuts, and Tazzo Beverages.
Live music. Bishop Gadsden is located on
Camp Road between Folly and Riverland
roads on James Island. For more info, call
406-6546 or visit www.bishopadsden.org.
Morgan Creek 1
st
Annual
Golf Tournament
Preventing breast cancer one swing at a
time, Morgan Creek Grill will host a golf
tournament at the Harbor Course in the
Wild Dunes Golf Resort. Registration is
$110/player and includes greens and cart
fees, lunch, beer, beverages, gift bag, and
prizes. 4:30 p.m. awards and after party
at Morgan Creek Grill.To register, call
Marybeth Longona at 345-1099 or email
marybeth@morgancreekgrill.com.
FRI DAY, OCTOBER 19
Holy Spirit Annual Book Sale
Holy Spirit Church will hold its annual
book sale on Oct. 19 and 20 at the Parish
Hall. A preview event will be held on Friday,
October 19, from 4-6 p.m. $5 donation
is requested. Te book sale on Saturday,
October 20 will be held from 10-6 p.m. and
admission is free. Open to the public. Most
hardcover books $3; paperback books $1.
Holy Spirit Church, 3871 Betsy Kerrison
Parkway. For more info, call 768-0357.
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Johns Island Regional Library

3531 Maybank Highway
Hours: Monday Tursday:10 8;
Friday & Saturday:10 6
(843) 559-1945
Babygarten (birth to 18 months with adult)
Mondays: October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at
10:30 a.m.
Time for Twos (2 3 years old with adult)
Tuesdays: October 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 at
10:30 a.m.
Preschool Storytime(3 6 years)
Wednesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31
at 10:30 a.m.
*Computer Basics (adults/young adults)
Tuesday, October 2, from10 a.m. 12 p.m.
*Word 2007 Basics (adults/young adults)
Saturday, October 6 from 10 a.m. 12
p.m.
*Keyboard Basics (adults/young adults)
Tuesday, October 9, from 10 a.m. 12
p.m.
*Files and Folders: File Organization
and Management (adults/young adults)
Tuesday, October 16, from10 a.m. 12 p.m.
*Excel 2007 Basics (adults/young adults)
Saturday, October 20, from10 a.m. 12 p.m.

*Internet Basics (adults/young adults)
Tuesday, October 23, from10 a.m. 12 p.m.
*HTML Basics (adults/young adults)
Tuesday, October 30, from 10 a.m.
12:30 p.m.
*All computer classes are free. For more
information please call 559-1945 and ask
for the Reference Department. Class space is
available for 8 participants per session.
One Book Charleston Film Showing:
Extremely Loud &Incredibly Close
(young adults/adults)
Saturday, September 29, at 2 p.m.
Description to be provided by PR or One
Book Charleston planners. Rated PG-13,
129 minutes.
Afternoon Caf (grades 6-12)
Tuesday, October 2, from 4:30 7 p.m.
One Book Charleston Book Discussion:
Extremely Loud &Incredibly Close
(young adults/adults)
Wednesday, October 3, at 6 p.m.
PLAY: Its Harvest Time! (all ages)
Wednesday, October 3, at 6:30 p.m.
Celebrate harvest time with fun stories
about pumpkins and more. Ten, make a
fun harvest craft to take home.
Read for the Record (all ages)
Tursday, October 4, all day
Join us as we Read for the Record at the
library!
Te Learning Corner (all ages)
Fridays, October 5, 12, 19, and 26 all day
Family Fun and Games (all ages)
Saturdays, October 6, 13, 20, and 27 from
11 a.m. 1 p.m.
Bring the family to the library to play
various board-style games!
Childrens Movie: Te Lorax (all ages)
Saturday, October 6, at 2 p.m.
Rated PG, 86 minutes.
Hopes Healing Boutique (adults)
Wednesday, October 10, from 6 7:30
p.m.
Hopes Healing Boutique provides cancer
awareness and prevention information.
Clothes, household articles and specialty
items are available free to its participants.
PLAY: Te Gullah Lady: Storyteller
Sharon Cooper-Murray (all ages)
Wednesday, October 10, at 6:30 p.m.
Club Anime! (ages 12-19)
Tursday, October 11, from 4:30 - 6 p.m.
Saturday Movie: Beverly Hills
Chihuahua 3 (all ages)
Saturday, October 13, at 2 p.m.
Rated PG; 94 minutes. Sponsor: Te UPS
Store, 3575 Maybank Highway, Johns Island.
Sea Islands Book Club (adults)
Tuesday, October 16, at 2 p.m.
Join us and discuss Te Hunger Games by
Suzanne Collins. Copies of the book may
be obtained from the Reference Desk for
check out while supplies last.
September 28, 2012
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NATURE
T
he South Carolina Environmental Law Project (SCELP) recently announced
that it is in the running for the Chase Community Giving competition, which
annually awards a total of $5 million in grants to 196 charities across the United
States. Te winning charities will each receive approximately $25,000 each.
SCELP has been invaluable in helping several local organizations in their eforts to
protect the South Carolina environment. A couple years ago, SCELP fought to protect
a naturally accreting area on the far western end of Kiawah Island known as Captain
Sams Spit. Working with the organization Friends of the Kiawah River, SCELP won
the case before the South Caroline Supreme Court.
Voting costs about a minute of your time and can be done through your Facebook account.
Simply like the Chase Community Giving page and click on Vote. You can also fne their page by
searching South Carolina Environmental Law Project on the Chase Community Giving site or
visit the site directly at www.facebook.com/ChaseCommunityGiving/app_162065369655?cv=2.
Help the SCELP
VOT E F OR T HE ENVI RONMENTAL
L AW PROJ ECT
September 28, 2012
13
NATURE
Te South Carolina Environmental Law Project (SCELP) recently announced that
it is in the running for the Chase Community Giving competition, which annually
awards a total of $5 million in grants to 196 charities across the United States. Te
winning charities will each receive approximately $25,000 each.
SCELP has been invaluable in helping several local organizations in their eforts to
protect the South Carolina environment. A couple years ago, SCELP fought to protect
a naturally accreting area on the far western end of Kiawah Island known as Captain
Sams Spit. Working with the organization Friends of the Kiawah River, SCELP won
the case before the South Caroline Supreme Court.
Voting costs about a minute of your time and can be done through your Facebook account.
Simply like the Chase Community Giving page and click on Vote. You can also fne their page by
searching South Carolina Environmental Law Project on the Chase Community Giving site or
visit the site directly at facebook.com/ChaseCommunityGiving/app_162065369655?cv=2.
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PETS
C
ats are not small dogs! Tis
was repeated over and over in
veterinary school and became
even more evident in practice. Tis
goes deeper than their independence,
ability to ignore commands and love of
countertops and tables. . As I write this,
my kitty is contemplating jumping on
the counter; a subject that I know has
been discussed many times! Medically,
cats have several diferences compared to
dogs. For instance, certain diseases are
more common in cats and the way we
treat pain in our feline patients is a little
more limited. Tey are very sensitive to
medications used to reduce infammation
and certain anti-infammatories can cause
liver and kidney damage in our feline
friends. Terefore, never give your cat (or
dog) medications without discussing it
with your veterinarian.
Both cats and dogs conceal their
illnesses much more than humans;
however, cats tend to be even more stoic
about it. Many owners do not realize their
cats are sick until they stop eating, start
vomiting, or exhibiting behavior changes
such as hiding. By the time this occurs,
many of our feline friends are in kidney
failure, have signifcant heart disease,
or are diabetic. It is very important for
cats to have yearly exams and full blood
work. Senior cats that are 10 years or
older should have twice a year exams and
possibly blood work every six months
depending on their results. For example,
kidney failure is a common cat disease
however by the time the lab results have
increased above normal, 75 percent of the
kidney is no longer working. Tis is why
annual blood work is so important. If you
veterinarian can monitor the blood work
yearly, they can watch to see if the kidney
values are increasing every year even if
they are still within the normal range. If
this occurs, there are dietary and lifestyle
changes that can be implemented to help
preserve the remaining kidney function.
Another diference between cats and
dogs is their thyroid gland. Te thyroid
gland is the master gland of the body,
which regulates many things including
metabolism. Cats with thyroid disease
tend to have an overactive thyroid versus
dogs that tend to have an underactive
thyroid. Cats tend to show weight loss,
vomiting, and diarrhea whereas dogs
tend to show weight gain, skin issues, and
lethargy.
Both our canine and feline friends are
susceptible to heartworm disease but cats
immune systems are better at fghting of
heartworms than dogs. Although this
may sound like a beneft, it has signifcant
side efects for your kitty. When the cats
immune system mounts a response to the
heartworms, there is a lot of infammation
in the lungs. Tis leads to scar tissue
in the lungs and can eventually cause
an asthma-like syndrome thus leading
to breathing issues. Since mosquitoes
transmit heartworms and mosquitoes are
the state bird of SC, it is vitally important
that both cats and dogs be on heartworm
preventative every month for their entire
life.
Finally, when it comes to getting an
annual exam for our cats, owners have
trouble getting them to the veterinarian.
Many dogs are used to an occasional car
ride, usually to somewhere fun like the
park, but cats usually only take a car
ride to the vet. As a result, they see their
carrier as a medieval torture device and
become extremely resistant when you
try to place them into it. If this sounds
like your kitty, consider talking to your
veterinarian about a sedative that might
make your kitty more relaxed. As an
alternative, you may also consider using a
mobile veterinarian who ofers house calls
and will come to your cat. Either way, its
important to ensure your cat gets the care
they deserve to live a long and happy life.
Always remember, prevention is the best
medicine.
For more information on Island
Veterinary Care, a housecall service, visit
www.islandvetcare.com or call 628-1941.
Cats Are Not Small Dogs
ADVI CE ON CARI NG F OR CAT S
BY DR. SHANNON BARRETT, ISLAND VETERINARY CARE
All the rain during Hurricane Isaac
got me thinking about a disease that
rears its ugly head every once in a while
here in the lowcountry. Te disease is
called leptospirosis and it loves to hide
in standing fresh water where it can
infect dogs and people. Currently, we
do not think that cats are afected by
leptospirosis. Your veterinarian may have
mentioned this disease when developing
a vaccination protocol for your dog. But
how do you know if your pet needs this
vaccination? What are the risks of the
vaccination or the risks of the disease to
you and your family?
Leptospirosis is especially tricky
because the symptoms can vary widely,
with some dogs never showing signs and
others becoming severely ill and even
dying from the disease. I think of it as a
disease of the kidneys because one of my
beloved patients, Charlie, died of kidney
failure from leptospirosis, but it can also
settle in a dogs liver or lungs causing
symptoms of nausea, diarrhea, coughing,
and difculty breathing.
Typically, dogs contract leptospirosis
when exposed to contaminated water,
food or bedding that has been soiled by
the infected urine of wild animals like
raccoons. Outbreaks are more common
after extended periods of high rainfall.
Dogs that are kept outdoors are at higher
risk than our pampered indoor pets, but
any dog that drinks from fresh water
puddles, rivers, streams, or lakes has some
risk. Out here on the islands, we all live
with wild animals in our backyards and
they could be contaminating our pets
environments.
Testing for leptospirosis is also tricky
because dogs that have only recently
become ill may have negative test results
until they have been sick for a week or
two. Dogs that have been vaccinated
will have a positive test result. If the dog
truly has disease from leptospirosis, then
that positive test will get stronger over a
period of one to two weeks, but in the
meantime your vet may not know for sure
if leptospirosis is what is making your dog
sick. Even the new and expensive PCR
tests do not catch all cases of leptospirosis.
If your veterinarian suspects leptospirosis,
he or she will run more than one test and
will consider these results with your pets
symptoms to decide if this is truly the
cause of your pets illness.
Unfortunately, the best way to treat
canine leptospirosis is unknown, but in
patients that do not have severe kidney
damage or complicating respiratory
involvement, it seems to respond to some
common antibiotics. If caught early, many
dogs fully recover.
Most people who contract leptospirosis
in the United States get it from swimming
in water that was contaminated by
wildlife. However, an infected dog could
transmit the disease to a family member
through his urine. Owners of infected
dogs should avoid contact with their pets
urine and should wash their hands after
touching the dog until he has completed
treatment. Other dogs in the household
can be vaccinated to decrease their risk of
infection.
So what about vaccination? We used
to vaccinate all dogs for leptospirosis, but
then a few things happened. Te disease
was rare, the vaccine seemed to be causing
signifcant allergic reactions, and then
we found out that the strain, or serovar,
of leptospirosis in the vaccine wasnt even
the one that was causing disease in dogs!
So many veterinarians threw it out of
their vaccination protocols. Ten came
Hurricane Katrina. Te combination of
wildlife, dogs, and standing water set the
stage for an increase in the prevalence of
leptospirosis. When these animals were
evacuated to higher ground in other parts
of the south, they brought leptospirosis
with them. Fortunately, in the meantime
the drug companies were hard at work
producing a new vaccine that would
protect our dogs from the active strains.
Tis resulted in a four-serovar vaccine
that seems to be as safe as other canine
vaccines. It is currently recommended that
dogs at risk for leptospirosis be vaccinated.
Is your dog at risk? Well, a hunting dog
defnitely is. A pampered toy poodle who
never touches the ground probably isnt.
Most pets are somewhere in the middle.
Since island living brings us closer to
wildlife, for better and for worse, you
should defnitely discuss this issue with
your veterinarian.
Katherine A. Saenger, DVM is one of
fve veterinarians at Bees Ferry Veterinary
Hospital, an AAHA certifed practice
located at 3422 Shelby Ray Court in West
Ashley, Charleston. For more information,
visit www.bfvh.net or call 769-6784.
Watching Out for Rainy Day Bugs
L EPTOSPI ROSI S, A DI SEASE AF F ECT I NG DOGS AND PEOPL E,
CAN CROP UP AF T ER HEAVY RAI N EVENT S
BY DR. KATHERINE SAENGER
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HEALTH
D
avid Dunlop, President and
CEO of Roper St. Francis Health
Care and a degree holder from
the University of Memphis and Trinity
University, spoke to the Kiawah-Seabrook
Exchange Club on September 5. He
formerly held similar positions in New
Orleans and Oklahoma City, and
is a past chairman of the
board of the American
College of Healthcare
Executives.
Roper Hospital,
he stated, was
founded in 1850
and became
Bon Secours St.
Francis Hospital
in 1882. In 1998,
the two hospitals
came together to
form Roper St. Francis
Healthcare. It is our areas
only private not-for-proft hospital
and health care system and features a
total of 657 beds and 90 facilities in seven
counties.
Roper is the Charleston areas largest
non-governmental private employer, as
well, with more than 5,000 employees.
Its medical staf has approximately 800
physicians. Last year the organization
contributed $29.6 million to beneft the
community.
Wayne Billian, Exchange Club board
member and chair of the Telephone
Directory Committee,
reported that the free
directories have now
been distributed to
homes on Kiawah,
Seabrook, and
Kiawah River
Estates.
If, for some
reason, you have
not received a
directory, or if
there is a need for
corrections or additions
to the directory, contact Mr.
Billian at 769-5858 or email
wayne@billianyarns.com. Billian also
requests that you tell an advertiser, with
whom you do business, that you saw their
ad in the Kiawah-Seabrook Exchange Club
telephone directory.
Exchangites Hear
Medical Expert
BY SAM REED
September 28, 2012 15
M
ullet Hall Equestrian Center is
proud to play host to the annual
conference of the Carriage
Association of America in October.
While most events are open to association
members only, the association invites the
public to attend a free carriage showcase
on the evening of Saturday, October 20.
Te Carriage Association of America
(CAA) is the oldest and largest
international organization devoted
to the preservation and restoration of
horse-drawn carriages and sleighs. Te
associations well-attended
annual conferences
ofer a variety of
seminars, drives,
h a nd s - on
demonstrations, banquets, and restoration
competitions for members and others
interested in horse-drawn carriages.
During the conference at Mullet Hall
from October 18-20, association members
will also be able to tour the equestrian
centers beautiful trails in their vehicles.
Interested in seeing some of these
fascinating vehicles in person? Open to
the public will be a special carriage review
with commentary, held on Saturday,
October. 20 from 5 - 6 p.m. at Mullet
Hall. Attendees will have the opportunity
to view and learn about a variety of horse-
drawn carriages, ranging from preserved
to newly-built carriages in a variety of
styles, including miniature reproductions.
Te showcase will be free of charge.
Since its founding, the CAA has
introduced thousands of people to the
world of carriage collection and driving,
with the hope of helping their members
discover the beauty and charm of this
lifestyle of the past. For more information
about the CAA, visit www.caaonline.com.
Traditionally open for horse owners,
trail riding, and equestrian events only,
Mullet Hall Equestrian Center is owned
by the Charleston County Park and
Recreation Commission and is located at
2662 Mullet Hall Road on Johns Island.
For more info, visit www.ccprc.com or
call 795-4386.

Traveling by Carriage
MULLET HALL EQUESTRI AN CENTER
TO HOST ANNUAL CONFERENCE
FOR THE CARRI AGE ASSOCI ATI ON OF AMERI CA
SPECIAL TO ISLAND CONNECTION
Seabrook Island resident Derek Fyfe
spotted these two bobcats in his backyard
and in the marsh this past Wednesday,
September 19.
Nice Weather
for Cats
PHOTOS BY DEREK FYFE
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M
onster Mega Mud Runs are all
the rage these days and not just
for the physically ft. Everyone
seems to be getting into the act. What
is a Monster Mega Mud Run, you ask?
Monster Mega Mud Runs are intense 5k
to 7k obstacle courses designed to test
runners both mentally and physically.
Te MMM Runs are not just races; they
are challenges that force competitors to
call on all of their mental strength and
physical agility. Runners gain a sense
of accomplishment while building life-
long relationships with fellow Mega
Mud maniacs. Mega Mud Runners can
compete as individuals or as part of a
team, and the goal is not only to fnish the
course but have a ton of fun doing it.
Te Charleston area Monster Mud
Mud Run will be held this September 29
at Legare Farms. Sponsored by Monster
Energy Drinks. the Monster Mega Mud
Run course is designed like no other. It
consists of a high intensity, extremely
grueling 5k track that will test strength,
endurance, and tenacity with more than
17 obstacles spread out over 350 acres of
farmland, tidal creeks, lakes, and islands.
Obstacles include the Hang N Crawl,
where racers climb a 10 foot high platform
onto a 2 inch thick rope followed by a
30 foot upside down shimmy; Te Jump
Ham, which includes a leap of faith onto
a 12 foot cargo net where athletes will
have to maneuver down a 30 foot net;
and the Broken Bridge, a 70 foot foating
bridge of plywood and foam that requires
a swift foot and a steady pace. For a full
description of all the obstacles go to
www.monstermegamudrun.com.
Race participants as well as spectators
are invited to an After Party Bash. Te
Bash will include live music by Hollow
Point and Midlife Crisis. Food and beer
will also be available.
Preregistration is encouraged but
late registrations will be accepted the
day of the race starting at 8 a.m. A race
participant meeting will be held at 10
a.m. with the race kicking of at high
noon. To preregister either as a team
or individual, go to the website www.
monstermegamudrun.com. Teams
consist of eight racers; four males and four
females. Te race is being held at Legare
Farms 2620 Hanscombe Pt. Rd. Johns
Island. For more info, contact Glenn
Herring at 709-9136 or Tres Bennet at
270-4373.
Come out, get muddy, and test your
mental as well as physical ability. If youre
not into getting muddy, come watch the fun
while everyone else does!
Time to Get Muddy!
SI GN UP NOW FOR THE MONSTER
MEGA MUD RUN AT L EGARE FARMS
PROVIDED BY LEGARE FARMS
18 September 28, 2012
O
n Wednesday, October 3, the Charleston Foreign
Afair Forum, a non-proft organization open to
the general public, will launch its new season
with the frst of six internationally renowned speakers.
Te October 3 speaker is former Ambassador
Michael W. Cotter, whose topic will be Just
Over the Horizon: Te Top Five Foreign Policy
Challenges Facing a New Administration,
a subject which promises to be particularly
timely and meaningful in light of the upcoming
November Presidential election.
In addition to serving as US Ambassador to
Turkmenistan in Central Asia, Michael Cotters
has served the State Department through previous
missions to Vietnam, Africa, and Turkey. He has
served as director of the ofce in Washington
managing security assistance during the Gulf
War and has taught international politics at the
University of North Carolina and Duke University.
Meetings of the Charleston Foreign Afairs Forum
begin with a social reception ofering hors doeuvres and
a complimentary open bar, followed by the speakers
presentation. Memberships are currently available to
the general public, as is the option for a get acquainted
guest pass.
For information regarding memberships, dues, guest
fees, and directions, visit www.charlestonfaf.org or call
849-0173. Like all Charleston Foreign Afairs meetings,
the Wednesday, October 3 meeting will be held as the
Citadel Alumni Center. Reception begins at 5:15 p.m. with
the presentation beginning at 6 p.m. Memberships or guest
attendance can be arranged at the door.
Get Involved in Foreign Afairs
CHARL ESTON F OREI GN AF FAI RS F ORUM L AUNCHES NEW SEASON
BY DAVID BROWN
Ambassador Micheal W. Cotter
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C
harleston Collegiate School
Students in Mr. Haynies Outdoor
Education Course (OEC) are
participating in team initiative and
leadership activities that get the students
up and moving outdoors. Team building
activities are physical challenges that
build trust and promote problem solving.
Team initiatives are also excellent ways to
accelerate class bondingbyenhancing the
following skills and traits:
Communication
Trust
Support
Accountability
Honesty
Integrity
Commitment to one another and
to Charleston Collegiate
Students in the OEC spent the frst
two weeks of school getting certifed in
CPR and First Aid through the American
Red Cross. Now, they are ready to take
class outdoors. Te OEC uses a technique
called Discovery Learning to explore the
ecosystem on the schools 30-acre campus,
which includes a dock over the Carolina
Bay, trails, outdoor classrooms, gardens
maintained by the Lower School, and new
this year, a Low Ropes Challenge Course.
On Fridays, the OEC students enjoy
Fun-Filled Fridays! All students and
teachers take part in group games that
involve water, fun, and more water!
Nothing like a water game to cool of the
class at the end of a hard week of work.
Discovery Learning Takes the Classroom Outdoors
CHARL ESTON COL L EGI AT E OE C ST UDENT S
KI CK OF F NEW SCHOOL YEAR
SPECIAL TO ISLAND CONNECTION
EDUCATION
Charleston Collegiate students participate in
team initiatives
PHOTOS BY CHARLESTON COLLEGIATE