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aramount views. Pristine waters. Quaint cafs. Tese
are just a few of the many wonders of Bohicket Marina.
From sunup to sundown, the prime spot on Bohicket
Creek is always welcoming in spectators, but on March 30,
guests will notice a little something special going on.
For the third year in a row, the Sea Islands Chamber of
Commerce (SICC) will be hosting the annual Art Walk
on the grounds of Bohicket Marina. Tis all-day juried show
will feature work from ten diferent local artists Its the
perfect place for a stroll, and we have so many talented artists
lined up this year, many of which do a great job capturing
lowcountry themes, comments Karen Tompson, executive
director of the SICC.
Tompson developed the idea for a nonproft chamber of
commerce on the sea islands after years of experience working
on Kiawah and Seabrook. A true Charlestonian (her James
Island family tree dates back to the 1600s), Tompsons
passion for her community led to the development of SICC.
Being out here on the islands creates such a niche. I know
the area and I love the area. I kept seeing a need to help local
businesses out here, she says.
Tus began the Sea Island Chamber of Commerce.
Tompson founded the organization in June of 2010 in hopes
of helping small businesses and promoting economic growth

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Owners Tim and Courtney Erwin.
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Art Walk continues on page 16
A
cross the street from Fat hen and nestled
in the corner of the shopping center on
Maybank Highway in Johns Island is a
brand new destination with a little something
for everyone. Especially the hungry. Where
most of us who claim residence on Johns
Island would recognize as the old Mama Qs
now lies a quaint new addition to the growing
community. Most of us are pretty familiar
with the ins and outs of your average sandwich
shop, however Te Southern General ofers the
expected and much, much more. And trust us,
its well worth a taste.
Te main focus of the menu features a
double shot of amazing house sandwiches, some
traditionally refned and others adventurous
and unique. Each of the Generals eight tasty
classic-style sandwiches are paired with eight
equal Craft versions. Te result: a two
story food throw down between the classic
sandwiches we all know and love, tried against
an alternative contemporary version, uniquely
and tastefully implemented by its artisan creator
for a reasonable price.
Chef Tim Erwin is responsible for the
good grub piping from the Southern Generals
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CIVIC
Mayor Lipuma called the March 5
Town Council meeting to order. Council
approved the minutes from last months
meeting and public hearing.
Citizens Comments
Chris Dahlsrrom informed Council
that a few weeks ago, he and his neighbors
learned that a new cell tower was being
built near his property. Te tower is 100
feet from his ofce and 90 feet from
his neighbors deck. Dahlsrrom and his
neighbors are concerned over the size
of the new tower, the proximity to their
homes, the damage of cell radiation, as
well as depreciative property value. We
rely on the powers here at Kiawah Island
to look after our interests. When we hear
that something like this has happened
we expect every decision made by Council
to say, how is this going to afect the
people that live close to us? Mayor
Lipuma encouraged Council to visit the
area where the new tower is being placed.
Second Reading of Ordinance 2013-1
Council unanimously approved a
second reading of Ordinance 2013-1, with
regards to reductions to setbacks. Tere
was no discussion, and Mayor Lipuma
said that no changes had been made since
the frst reading.
Proclamations
Mayor Lipuma made three ofcial
proclamations on behalf of the Town of
Kiawah. First, he declared that Kiawah
Conservancy is the ofcial conservation
partner of Kiawah Island. Secondly,
he declared that March is now Irish-
American Heritage Month and thirdly, he
declared that March is also American Red
Cross Month.
Night Heron Beach Franchise Renewal
Council approved a one-year contract
renewal with Night Heron Beach
Franchise. Lipuma explained that the
contract is identical to the one signed last
month with Island Beach Company, and
includes such items as beach chairs and
umbrellas.
First Reading of Ordinance 2013 2
What this is, is to clean up our
budget, Lipuma explained. He said that
over the course of this budget year, the
Town has had unexpected expenditures,
such as hiring an attorney for the case with
Kiawah Island Utility. Money has been
taken out of the contingency to fund these
unexpected expenses. Te Town executed
a contract with the Towns waste hauler,
which Lipuma has saved $300,000. We
could go back and rebalance the budget,
by taking those monies and putting them
against attorney fees and other unbudgeted
expenses, Lipuma says. Te Town will
hold a public hearing prior to the April
Town Council meeting to discuss changes
to the budget before a second reading.
GFOA Popular Financial Report
Te Town treasurer explained that
every year, the Town of Kiawah submits
a comprehensive fnancial report that
details the fnancial status of the Town.
For the sixth year in a row, the Town as
received an award for Kiawahs fnancial
report on behalf of the Government
Finance Ofcers Association.
Environmental Committee Ordinance
Revaluation Update
Mayor Lipuma commented that the
Environmental Committee was charged
with handling the three major issues
concerning 1) beach walkovers 2) glass
on the beach and 3) dogs on the beach.
Environmental Committee Chair John
Labriola said that the Committee met and
had a very constructive and productive
meeting, which was very well attended.
He reported that there was no news, as far
as a vote, and that the Committee is still
working through the details of each issue.
Motions were made on the ordinances
and unanimously
supported, but
more details and
r e c omme nda t i ons
will come at the next
Council meeting.
Status of the Kiawah Ad Hoc Fire
Committee
Councilman Murphy explained
that last summer, former Mayor Orban
formed the Ad Hoc Fire Committee to
better understand the operations at St.
Johns Fire District, and the relationship
the district has with the Town to see if
there were any areas for improvement.
Murphy recommended that the work
of the committee be taken up by the
Public Safety Committee, and the Fire
Committee be abolished. Im very, very
pleased with the level of cooperation from
Chief Stanley and the district, Murphy
said. Councilman Lipuma made a motion
to abolish the committee and all were in
favor.
Communications Committee
Councilwoman Johnson informed those
in attendance that the Communications
Committee is working on a new website
design. We will begin to review proposals
and this is a process that will take a lot
of time, she said. Te new website will
be unveiled in the summer of this year.
Johnson also said that she regrets to hear
the several people in the community wish
that the Town Notes were still in hardcopy
print. It just didnt make fnancial sense,
she said. Email alerts will be sent out to
let residents know when the new issue is
out.
Arts Council
Councilwoman Johnson addressed
several Arts Council events coming up
and commented that the Council is busy
working on the 2013-2014 season. We are
grateful for all the enthusiasm and intend
to make it another enjoyable season.
Kiawah Council continues on page 3
KIAWAH ISLAND TOWN HALL
21 Beachwalker Drive
Kiawah Island, SC 29455
Phone: 768-9166
Fax: 768-4764
SEABROOK ISLAND TOWN HALL
2001 Seabrook Island Road
Seabrook Island, SC 29455
Phone: 768-9121
Fax: 768-9830
Email:
lmanning@townofseabrookisland.org
JOHNS ISLAND COUNCIL
Meetings are held at the Berkeley Electric Co-op located at
3351 Maybank Hwy, Johns Island.
Chairman Chris Cannon: 343-5113
CHARLESTON COUNTY COUNCIL
4045 Bridge View Dr, N. Charleston
958-4700t
CITY OF CHARLESTON
75 Calhoun St.
724-3745
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Kiawah Town Council March 5
March 26
Seabrook Town Council
2:30 p.m.
Kiawah Ways and Means
Committee
2 p.m.
Kiawah Town Hall
April 1
Kiawah Environmental
Committee
3 p.m.
Kiawah Town Hall
April 2
Kiawah Town Council
2 p.m.
Kiawah Town Hall
April 3
Seabrook Planning Commission
Work Session
2:30 p.m.
Kiawah Planning Commission
3 p.m.
Kiawah Town Hall
April 4
Kiawah Arts Council
3 p.m,
Kiawah Town Hall
April 10
Seabrook Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
2:30 p.m.
CIVIC
Planning Commission and BZA
Councilman Patch commented on
the State ruling on Captain Sams Spit,
and that a preliminary plat with the
planning commission has been fled. He
also reported that the BZA would meet
on March 18. Tirdly, he mentioned that
the Council of Governments (COGS) and
Charleston Area Transportation Study
(CHATS) met and has been working on
a new upstate terminal in Spartanburg.
Te forecast is to transport cargo by rail,
which would remove 225 trucks a day
from Interstate-26.
Town Administrators Report
Administrator Rucker said that she has
been working with the Kiawah-Seabrook
Exchange and members of the Seabrook
Council to produce the annual directory.
Our intention by working together is to
include information relevant to disaster
preparedness, she said.
She commented that the Town has
been working with Comcast regarding
the instillation of cable services in the
Reserve. Comcast has reported that they
are interested but the delivery of lines
to the area has a low estimated return
because of the small number of homes in
the Reserve. A meeting is scheduled to
discuss challenges and options.
Mayors Report
Mayor Lipuma said that on February
28, he attended a reception for Jet Blue
in celebration of their new fights out of
Charleston International Airport. Te
frst fight landed at 4 p.m. and the Mayor
spoke with Governor Haley as well as the
Chief Operating Ofcer for Jet Blue.
Te Mayor attended Candidates
Night at the sandcastle. It was very well
handled, and there was a good turnout of
candidates and members of the public, he
said. Each candidate had two minutes to
make comments and then mingle with the
attendees after.
Citizens Comments
Marilyn Larach, recently elected
president of KPOG, expressed her desire
to have free and open communication
between KPOG and the Town.
Wendy Kulick asked Councilman
Patch if he had been working with
Seabrook Councilman Sam Reed on
wind and hail insurance rates, due to a
statement made in the last issue of the
Island Connections recap of the Seabrook
Council meeting. Patch said that there has
been no real activity on the issue, other
than a few correspondences. Lipuma
commented that he felt the rates island
homeowners pay are among the highest in
the southeast, even though the loss rate is
modest.
Kulick also asked Council if the Town
would be fling an Amicus brief in regards
to the case between KICA and KRA.
Te next Kiawah Island Town Council
meeting will be on April 2 at 2 p.m. at the
Kiawah Island Town Hall.
Kiawah Council continues from page 2
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Pattys Day At
Seanachai Irish Pub
PHOTOS BY J ERRY PLUMB
P
eople poured in the doors for Seanachais St. Patricks Day celebration, enjoying
live music, amazing cocktails at the bar, and food from Te Southern General
and Outta My Huevos food truck. Te party kicked of at noon and chalk full of
green-wearing Islanders for the whole night.
Seanachai is situated in the shopping center on Maybank Highway across the street from
Te Fat Hen.
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DAILY
Going Green for Charleston
NOMI NAT E T HOS E MAK I NG OUR C OMMUNI T Y BE AUT I F UL
SPECIAL TO THE ISLAND CONNECTION
F
or over 40 years the Annual Community Pride
Awards Presentation has been dedicated to honoring
those in Charleston County who are committed to
environmental improvement.
Community Pride, Inc. of Charleston County began
in 1966 by Dr. Gordon Stine, the late Barrett Lawrimore
and Mamie Williams. Each year Community Pride
recognizes individuals, groups, businesses, schools,
agencies, municipalities and others who improve our
community through beautifcation and other eforts.
Pride is also the proud sponsor of the Adopt-A-Highway
Program in Charleston County.
In recognizing the dedication of others, we encourage
them to continue their hard work and inspire others
to become involved in community projects. Te Pride
awards program is made possible through the fnancial
support of the Greater Charleston business community.
To nominate a group or individual for an award,
download and send in the appropriate form below at
communityprideinc.com.
Community Pride Award Categories
Garden Club Awards First Place: $75, Second Place:
$50
Environmental Education Award Club contributing
the most to environmental education eforts. Book of
evidence required.
Community Improvement Award Club
demonstrating the greatest improvement to community.
Book of evidence required.
Adopt-A-Highway Awards Awards given to group
that exceeds in participation/results (miles cleaned,
number of pick-ups, pounds collected, recycling,
and number of volunteers), to group that generates
enthusiasm and interest (how group made pick-ups fun,
why members were excited, number of participants, and
group longevity) and to group that has impacted the
community (road less littered, created pride, area appears
cleaner). Tree Awards: $50 each.
Johnnie Dodds Education Award Award that is given
to individuals or youth groups who perform outstanding
community service through clean-up or beautifcation
eforts. Examples include Adopt-A-Highway, Dune,
Beach, Waterway, or Block and/or school, neighborhood,
or church service projects. First Place: $100, Second
Place: $75, Tird Place: $50.
Captain Pride Award Given to the top 10 individuals,
businesses, governments, or civic organizations that have
undertaken tasks that have signifcantly improved the
environment.
Spirit of Cooperation Award Given to individuals,
businesses, government municipalities or civic
organizations that have partnered to undertake projects
that have signifcantly improved the environment. Te
projects must have been sustainable for a minimum of
one year.
Mammie Williams Award A very special awardfor
the recipient who embodies the spirit of Mammie
and is given to a most deserving individual, who has
demonstrated excellence in improving a particular area
or assumed a project beyond the usual Pride work.
Gene Ott Award Given to an outstanding
businessperson who has improved his/her business
through environmental stewardship eforts, landscaping
and/or architectural restoration or other signifcant
improvements.
Barrett S. Lawrimore Award An award of top honors
given to an individual who has demonstrated excellence
in community pride and has exhibited leadership and
served his/her community at the local level and beyond.
For more information, or to nominate a school,
business, organization, municipality, or individual, visit
communityprideinc.com/awards.htm and download the
appropriate form. An awards banquet will be held on May
17, 2013.
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ROADTRIPS CHARLESTON
Cape Fear continues on page 12
Y
ouve gotta love a roadtrip that includes a car ferry.
From Southport, my girlfriend and I got into the
traveling mood as seagulls swooped and the ships
horn droned while we cruised up the Cape Fear River.
It was shoulder season, before the summer crowds, but
plenty goes on along the coast here
when the season gets cookin.
At the N.C. Aquarium at Fort
Fisher we watched a scuba diver feed
the sharks while trying not to look
like a pork chop then headed to what
everyone kept telling us was Carolina
Beachs best restaurant. Its even #1 on
Tripadvisor with over 250 rhapsodic
reviews like: best in the country,
a must, to die for. Britts Donuts.
Teres only one kind: glazed. Cash
only. Te shed-like buildings foor
is dusted with powdered sugar. But,
man, they were the epitome of what a
donut should be: sweet, hot, soft, and
greasy. Yum. A nostalgic boardwalk
ambles past shops, an arcade,
amusements and snack bars. Counter-
culture peaks from the corners with
art gallery posters advertising an opening reception for
exotica and quixotica and another featuring giant
woodcuts printed with a steamroller.
Te most celebrated natural phenomena of the area is
the Venus Flytrap. At Carolina Beach State Park Ranger
Jef Davis led us into the pocosins, a special kind of
wetland, and the only area in the country where
they are native. His enthusiasm as we crouched and
painstakingly searched for the small distinctive
sprouts was contagious. Charles Darwin thought
so too when one was sent to him. He called it one
of the most wonderful plants in
the world.
Te Venus Fly Trap is
celebrated in a huge colorful
sculpture on the Wilmington
waterfront. Te city is like a
polite child who was raised in
the South and has come back
to town with a head full of new
ideas. Our comfortable bed and
breakfast, the Front Street Inn,
was in the 230-block historic district
of antebellum houses, which has been
recognized as a Dozen Distinctive
Destination by the National Trust
for Historic Preservation. Meanwhile
the largest movie studio east of Los
Angeles is nearby. Te Cameron Art
Museum hosts world-class exhibits
and master potter Hiroshi for whom
ey built a large facility that attracts hundreds of devoted
clay students. Te Basics Restaurant prides itself on
keeping authentic Southern Food simple. But Fire
on the Dock touts what Southern food could be in a
series of cooking contests that pit chefs from across the
state in heats with native products. Mystery ingredients
are revealed to competing chefs at noon. Te night
we went they were milk and chocolate. By dinnertime
theyd turned them into delicacies like praline crusted
quail and sturgeon chocolate cake. Ringmaster Jimmy
Crippen rabble-roused the diners and we all cast votes
following each course. Tis town has energy. Style too.
Te theatrically decorated windows at A Second Time
Around are the work of manager Eddie who curates
the vintage clothing in the glamorous shop. Not all the
citizens resemble polite children though. At the rough
looking Barbary Coast bar the sign jests, Weve upped
our standards. Up yours.
Outdoors is where the Wilmington area gets exciting.
Captain Joe, who claims to have the equivalent of perfect
pitch for seeing birds, took us on a blustery scenic water
Unafraid in Cape Fear
BY CAROL ANTMAN
March 22, 2013
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Hurricanes, storms, etc., are NOT included in the predictions.
Tidal current direction changes and tide time predictions can be
very diferent. Tide predictions are PREDICTIONS; they can be
wrong so use common sense.
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T
he weather is warming up so it is time to start
enjoying time outdoors with family. One of the
most popular things to do is host or attend a
cookout. On average there are 8,300 home fres each year
caused by grills, of those 7,100 were started by gas grills.
Here are some tips to follow when using grills:
Gas
1. Check the tubes that lead into the burner for any
blockage from insects, spiders, or food grease.
2. Check grill hoses for cracking, brittleness, holes,
and leaks. Make sure there are no sharp bends in
the hose or tubing.
3. Move gas hoses as far away as possible from hot
surfaces and dripping hot grease. If you cant move
the hoses, install a heat shield to protect them.
4. If you detect a leak, immediately turn of the gas
and dont attempt to light the grill until the leak
is fxed.
5. Never use a grill indoors.
6. Use the grill at least 10 feet away from your house
or any building.
7. Do not attempt to repair the tank valve or the
appliance yourself.
8. Always follow the manufacturers instructions
that accompany the grill.
9. Always keep gas containers upright and secured.
10. Never store a spare gas container under or near the
grill or indoors.
11. Never store or use fammable liquids, like gasoline,
near the grill.
Charcoal
Charcoal produces carbon monoxide (CO) when
it is burned.
Never burn charcoal inside of homes, vehicles,
tents, or campers.
Do not store your grill inside of your home.
Use the grill at least 10 feet away from your
house or building
Do not dump charcoal into your trashcan.
Place charcoal into a metal container until
completely extinguished
Never add lighter fuid after the charcoal is lit.
We all enjoy the time with family and a good steak
from the grill but we still have to be safe. As always
if you have any questions, would like a fre and life
safety program or need a smoke detector installed feel
free to contact the St. Johns Fire/Rescue, Fire Prevention
Division.
St. Johns Fire Department is located at 3327 Maybank
Hwy, Johns Island. For more information, call 559-9194.
Sources: NFPA, Consumer Safety Council.
Fire Up the Grill
S AF E T Y T I P S TO K E E P I N MI ND WHI L E
GE T T I NG R E ADY F OR C OOK - OUT S E AS ON
BY CAPTAIN CHAD KELLY
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T
he 2012-13 winter ended on
February 28

as far as the climate
scientists are concerned. Tey use
the December, January, plus February
(DJF) defnition for the season. Winter was
relatively warm here on Seabrook-Kiawah
(S-K). Looking at the last 142 years of
mean temperature data, we had our 17
th

warmest December, our 10
th
warmest
January and our 59
th
warmest February
which together gave us our 12
th
warmest
winter (see chart). Its mean temperature
was 53.9F, which means that for every
minute of every day it was an average of
4.0F warmer than our average winter.
Tis past winter we woke up to just four
mornings (the same number as last winter)
when the temperature dipped just below
freezing (32F). Tat compares to the
20 freezing mornings we had during the
winter 2010-11. And what of the long
term trend in our winter temperatures?
Te simple linear trend line still shows a
rise of 0.4 F over the last 142 years, which
translates into an increase of 0.3 F per
100 years (see chart). Te moving average
line shows a well established quasi 60 year
climate cycle with colder winters centered
around 1910 and 1970.
Using data from personal weather
stations on Kiawah and Seabrook, we have
established that the various temperature
relationships for each season and each
month between S-K and the Charleston
City (CC) weather station have been
relatively consistent over the last 12 years.
Tose increasingly accurate relationships
are applied to the raw data from the CC
weather station to impute a history for
S-K temperatures back to 1871.
How about our winter precipitation?
Our available rain data here on the islands
goes back only to the year 2000. Based on
that record, our normal winter rainfall is
about 7.2 inches. Last winter was very dry
at 2.9 inches. By contrast, we had 11.2
inches this winter, in spite of a very dry
(0.6 inches) January. Our damp winter
occurred because February was our wettest
February ever by far. We registered some
7.9 inches compared with our normal 2.5
inches. Memorable though February was,
there have been wetter months. August
2012, July 2001, October 2008, August
2002 and August 2004 (our record
holder so far at 9.6 inches) have all been
wetter. We have also had a wetter winter
(13.9 inches) than that which we have
just experienced. It occurred in 2009-10
when we had a very damp (7.8 inches)
December.
Charleston International airport
(CHS) has been recording rainfall since
1938. It just registered its wettest ever
February at 10.5 inches. Tat compares
to its normal February total of 3.3. Te
winter (DJF) total for CHS came in at
14.4 inches compared to the 9.7 inches
of a normal winter season. Te wettest
winter registered out at the airport was
1997-98 with 22.9 inches.
Wet Winter Wonderland
BY IAN MILLAR
T
he S.C. Department of
Transportation (SCDOT)
announces that the Seabrook
Island POA Adopt-A-Highway group
has been named the 2012 Outstanding
Adopt-A-Highway Group of the Year for
Charleston County.
During 2012, the Seabrook Island
POA group removed over 1,445 pounds
of litter from Bohicket Road on Seabrook
Island.
Te Seabrook Island POA Adopt-A-
Highway group is the most enthusiastic
and dedicated bunch of folks you will fnd
anywhere. Tey take pride in the scenic
area of the state they live in and promote
interest in Adopt-A-Highway cleanups.
said Angela Crouch, Adopt-A-Highway
Coordinator.
Te Seabrook Island POA Adopt-
A-Highway group makes pickups fun
by tailgating during the February and
November pickups when its not too hot.
Recently the group was recognized with
their 5- Year Service Certifcate which
is now proudly on display in the POA
Admin Building.
Te Seabrook Island POA is making
a diference and the community has
noticed. Te editor of the local Seabrooker
newspaper periodically runs fun articles
and pictures about the work of the group
in the Adopt-A-Highway program.
Seabrook Island POA has been
involved in the program since 2004. Te
organization is among nearly 50 Adopt-
A-Highway groups from across the state
that will be recognized by SCDOTs local
maintenance ofces and county Adopt-
A-Highway coordinators for outstanding
service to the program.
SCDOT will honor the groups,
including Seabrook Island POA, and
announced the seven district winners
and one state winner during the annual
Adopt-A-Highway Awards Ceremony that
will be held in Columbia this summer.
In Charleston County, the Adopt-
A-Highway program is coordinated by
Community Pride, Inc. of Charleston
County, an organization sponsored by the
Clemson Cooperative Extension Service.
For more information on the on Adopt-
A-Highway program in Charleston County,
contact Angela Crouch by phone at 722-5940
extension 112 or email at acrouch@clemson.
edu.
Seabrook on the
Road to Success
S C DOT ANNOUNC E S C HAR L E S TON
C OUNT Y S 2012 OUT S TANDI NG
ADOP T- A- HI GHWAY GR OUP
8 March 22, 2013
Police Reports
The following is a synopsis of some of the activity of
the Charleston County Sheriffs Department during
the month of February and March.
February 16
Seabrook Island An ofcer escorted a young lady to
get belongings from her residence, due to issues between
the lady and her mother, who also lived in the residence.
Te mother was not happy about the encounter, and the
daughter said that she brought the ofcer along because
the mother got in her face earlier that day. Te mother
denied the accusations, but later admitted that she had
threatened her daughter. Te daughter said that her
mother has been calling her continuously since she put
her into an alcohol treatment program against her will.
February 19
Kiawah Island A resident took her golf bag, valued
at $500 and containing seven irons, four woods, and one
putter valued at $1,000, to the end of her driveway. She
returned to her house to get something and, while in her
house, saw a man drive up and place the golf bag and
clubs into his car.
February 23
Kiawah Island A deputy driving down Holan
Drive attempted to pass a stopped transport van loading
passengers. Upon passing the van, his vehicle mad contact
with the rear-drivers side door. Te damage was minor,
around $100 to the van door and $600 to the deputys
vehicle.
February 25
Kiawah Island A man notifed Kiawah Security
when he returned home that day that he found a bundle
of money in a parking lot on Johns Island. Te money
totaled $2,758. Te money was placed into evidence.
February 26
Kiawah Island Kiawah Security asked police to
call the complainant in regards to stolen mail. Te
complainant said that she didnt receive any mail in her
box for two days, which hasnt happened in the eight
years she has been in her Kiawah home. She spoke with
the mail man, who said that he thought he delivered mail
into her mailbox, so she thinks someone has stolen the
content.
February 27
Kiawah Island Someone entered the ofce of a
Kiawah employee and stole two Wal Mart gift cards,
valued at $25 each. Tere were no witnesses and
no evidence. Te suspect used
the cards at the Wal Mart in
Mount Pleasant on Highway 17.
March 3
Seabrook Island A resident of
Seabrook spoke with an ofcer at the Sherifs
Department regarding theft from her residence
and the subsequent fraudulent cashing of at least three
checks. Te victim believes that the suspects are Brazilian
nationals who have provided housekeeping services for
2 and a half years at her residence. Te bank statement
indicated checks amounting $400, $400, and $600.
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Music Fills the Air
T
he Charleston Mens Chorus
presented a concert last Sunday
at the Sottile Teatre flled with
light folk songs from Britain, Ireland
and America. Ricard Bordas directed the
chorus, and Pamela Nelson accompanied
on piano. Everyone in attendance had a
fabulous time and enjoyed the beautiful
music.
ESTHERSENFT, IRISHWHISTLE; QUINTETAARONCATES, TANNERNIX, JOSEPHTAN, RICARDBORDAS
DONLUNDY, GUITAR; ESTHERSENFT, RECORDER; TANNER
NIX, TENOR
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n April 25, Our Lady of Mercy
Community Outreach will
sponsor Great Expectations
an evening of decorative table settings,
fne art and thoughtful conversation
inspired by Great Books. Te event will
be held at the Charleston Library Society,
164 King Street from 6 9 p.m. and will
feature wine, champagne, and generous
hors doeuvres prepared by Crave catering.
Twelve designers, some from the area
and others from diferent locales, will
participate in this unique event in the
Charleston area.
Te Outreach was founded by the
Sisters of Charity of Our Lady of Mercy
in 1989 to serve those in need on James,
Johns, and Wadmalaw Islands. Under
its recently appointed director Jill
Jackson Ledford, the organization serves
these communities without regard to
religion, race, or any other extraneous
consideration. It provides medical,
dental, educational and emergency
services. In 2005 the Outreach reclaimed
its sponsorship of the Neighborhood
House on America Street in downtown
Charleston. Its director, Nikki Grimball,
is a native Charlestonian and grandson of
Charlestons renowned civil rights leader
Esau Jenkins. In discussing the array of
services currently ofered, Grimball said,
Our hope is to aid those we serve to move
from struggling to meet basic needs to the
point of gaining and sustaining assets that
are passed on to the next generation to
break the cycle of poverty.
In 2012 the Outreach served over
11,000 Charleston area residents in need.
Services provided included the following:
3,500 free dental patient visits and 600
free prenatal and womens health patient
visits. Te market value of these services
was over $1,000,000.
4,000 people received food, clothing or
emergency services
300 children and adults participated in
education programs
45,000 lunches served at the
Neighborhood House soup kitchen in
downtown Charleston
Te largest English as a Second
Language program in Charleston County.
For more information about this event or
to purchase tickets, please call 559-4109.
Great Expectations for
Upcoming Fundraiser
E VE NT TO BE NE F I T OUR L ADY OF
ME R C Y C OMMUNI T Y OUT R E AC H
BY KATHY HOGAN
10 March 22, 2013
Island Connection Calendar April 6
FRIDAY, MARCH 22
Spring Concert Series at Freshfelds
Celebrate the arrival of springwith the
spring kickof of Music on the Village
Green at Freshfelds. Music featuring
Port Authority Band, a dynamic foursome
featuring timeless classics, Top 40 hits,
Motown, funk, and more. Food and
beverage will be available for purchase.
Dont forget your beach chair or blanket.
Free and open to the public. 6 9 p.m.
Beachwalker Bird Walks
Te southwestern end of Kiawah Island
is an excellent place to spot seabirds and
shorebirds. Atendees will hike nearly
two miles of pristine beach looking for
a variety of birds, including raptors and
songbirds. Te program is free; however,
pre-registration is required. A registered
chaperone is required for participants ages
15 and under. 8:30 11 a.m. Ages 12 and
up. Beachwalker County Park.
SATURDAY, MARCH 23
Battle of Charleston Reenactment
Come see the 9
th
annual Battle of
Charleston a Civil War re-enactment at
Legare Farms on Johns Island. Gates open
at 9am. Admission will be charged. No
pets or coolers. 2620 Hanscombe Point Rd,
Johns Island.
SUNDAY, MARCH 24
Customer Appreciation Day at
Charleston County Parks
Come enjoy all the play with none of the
pay during Customer Appreciation Day
at Charleston County Parks! Free gate
admission to Ravenel Caw Caw Interpretive
Center, North Charleston Wannamaker,
Mount Pleasant Palmetto Islands and
James Island County Parks. Plus, delight in
free parking at Kiawah Beachwalker Park
and Isle of Palms County Park, as well as
the Folly Beach Edwin S. Taylor Fishing
Pier, where fshing is also free for the day.
Te Mount Pleasant Pier will also ofer
complimentary fshing, but parking fees
still apply. Visit ccprc.com for details on free
events and giveaways at each park.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27
Round Table Discussion with
Councilwoman Johnson
Councilwoman Anna Johnson of
Charleston County District 8 wants to
discuss your concerns and issues. Each
month a diferent speaker will be invited to
addresstopics of interest expressed by you.
12:30 p.m. Johns Island Regional Library,
3531 Maybank Hwy, Johns Island.
THURSDAY, MARCH 28
WICC Cabaret
Come to the Cabaret at Wadmalaw
Island Community Center. Dress
is semi-formal. Tere will be music,
appetizers, king cake contest, and a
silent auction. $10 donation at the door.
For more information, call Bertha at
557-8408.
Photography Class: Post Processing
of Photographic Image in the
Computer
Presented by Don Seymour, the post
processing session will be an introduction
to the fundamentals of editing digital
images.Session is intended for those
inexperienced with photo editing software
programs and will survey important editing
topics, including cropping, aligning, white
balance adjustment, lighting adjustment,
presence, noise reduction, and more. For
questions, please contact Bill Nelsonon
768-0201 or at wnelson1942@gmail.
com.2:30 4:30 p.m., Live Oak Hall in the
Seabrook Lake House.
FRIDAY, MARCH 29
Spring Concert Series at Freshfelds
Celebrate the arrival of springwith the
spring kickof of Music on the Village
Green at Freshfelds. Music featuring Local
Motion Party Band, playing timeless classics,
beach music, Motown, sixties, and more.
Food and beverage will be available for
purchase. Dont forget your beach chair or
blanket. Free and open to the public. 6 9
p.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 30
ArtWalk 2013 at Bohicket Marina
Sponsored by the Sea Island Chamber of
Commerce, this all-island event features
ten magnifcent artists from across the
lowcountry. Come out to Bohicket Marina
to enjoy fne art and a beautiful atmosphere.
Sponsored by Kiawah Fine Jewelry. 10:30
a.m. 7:30 p.m. Bohicket Marina, 1880
Andell Bluf Blvd.
Easter Festival at Freshfelds
Te annual Easter Festival is back! Children
can enjoy a jump castle, infatable slide,
facepainting and Easter crafts throughout
the afternoon.Interactive performer, John
Cusatis, will form a band with members
from the audience, so come prepared for lots
of dancing and singing. Te Easter Bunny
will make a special appearance and food
and beverages will be available for purchase.
11 3 p.m.
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nd
Annual Kiawah Island Open
Take your disc golf skills to the next
level at the Disc Golf Course at Night
Heron Park in this second annual event.
Complimentary admission. Prizes awarded
to winners based on age groups. 11 a.m. 1
p.m.
Easter EGGstravaganza at Night Heron
Come celebrate the holiday weekend by
kicking back and enjoying live music at
Night Heron Park. Family fun activities
include jump castle, laser tag, train ride,
Southern lawn games, and grafts. Bring
beach chairs and blankets. Complimentary
admission. 5:30 8 p.m.
Annual Egg Hunt at Johns Island Library
Come hear some eggstraordinary stories,
and then join the hunt for treat flled eggs
at the library! 1 2 p.m. Ages 3 11.
3531 Maybank Hwy, Johns Island.
Sippin Saturdays Kicks Of at Irvin
House Vineyards
Join us every Saturday until November 2 for
Sippin Saturday. Each Saturday, the winery
will serve up a diferent local food vendor
and musical group to entertain locals and
visitors.Te famous Irvin House Vineyards
Wine-a-Ritas will be served on the patio
and Irvin House.Tastings in the Firefy
Vodka distillery and Irvin House Vineyard
winery are only $6 to taste 6 of 15 favors
of Firefy Vodka and Sea Island Rums and
$4 to taste 5 wines. Patrons will receive
complimentary glasses during both tastings.
Bring lawn chairs & blankets. 1 5 p.m.
SUNDAY, MARCH 31
Easter Service on the Green
Join the Cavalry of the Sea Islands Church
for an Easter Service on the Freshfelds
Village Green.
Te service is casual, so dont forget your
beach chair or blanket. 9:30 a.m.
THURSDAY, APRIL 4
Seabrook Art Guild: Watercolors
Well-known Seabrook artist Pat Van de
Graaf will give instruction of watercolors.
All sessions will be held at the Lake House,
Eagle Nest from 1 3 p.m. If you are
interested in attending, please contact
Walter Czander at 768-9086 or e-mail at
ccczander@bellsouth.net to reserve your
place.
FRIDAY, APRIL 5
KiawahIsland Arts Showcase Reception
Get ready for tomorrows Art Showcase
(see below) with a special reception and
preview. If you would like to attend this
complimentary sneak preview, please RSVP
by April 1 by calling Sandcastle Member
Services at 768-3875 or email sandcstle@
kica.us. 4 8 p.m. Sandcastle Community
Center.
SATURDAY, APRIL 6
Kiawah Island Arts Showcase
A Lowcountry spring wouldnt be complete
without KiawahsArts Showcase. Tis
event provides the perfect opportunity
to purchase locally-made items: pottery,
handmade jewelry, childrens clothing,
and home-enhancing items such as framed
photography, beaded serving utensils, and
more. Kiawahs talented fneartistswill
also display their gallery-quality work for
viewing and purchase.No matter what
medium or style you prefer, you will likely
fnd it at this event! Open to the public.
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Wee Reads (birth to 18 months with adult)
Monday, March 25 at 10:30 a.m.
Time for Twos (2-3 years old with adult)
Tuesday, March 26 at 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (3-6 years with adult)
Wednesday, March 27 at 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Zone (3-6 years with an adult)
Fridays, March 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m.
Science and reading adventures for kids.
Excel: Beyond the Basics
(adults/young adults)
Tuesday, March 26 from
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
A follow-up session to Excel Basics. Learn
some additional features of the program,
such as sorting and fltering. Learn
how to use additional types of formulas.
Prerequisite: Excel Basics or some
experience using MS Excel will be helpful.
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.
Art All Day (all ages)
Fridays, March 22 and 29 all day
Enjoy an array of art activities all day on
Fridays during the month of March!
AARP Free Income Tax Preparation
(adults)
Saturdays, March 23 and 30 from
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Free income tax preparation and electronic
fling will be ofered by AARP volunteers
through April 13. A current picture ID
and Social Security card are required,
along with the Social Security cards of
any dependents. First come, frst served
with the last person accepted at 1 p.m.
Assistance in Spanish will be available.
Family Fun and Games (all ages)
Saturday, March 30 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Bring the family to the library to play Wii
games and more!
Teen Choice Media Awards (grades 6-12)
March 1-30
To celebrate Teen Tech Week, drop by a
branch library and vote for your favorite
Young Adult video game, eBook and
more. Voters are entered into a rafe to
win a $30 iTunes gift card.
Short Film Tuesday (all ages)
Tuesday, March 26 at 4:30 p.m.
Looking for ways to expand your
imagination and practice those problem
solving skills? Join
us for a variety of quality short flms for
children followed by a thought-provoking
discussion
at the library!
Passive Program: What Do You
Know About Womens History?
(ages 5-11)
March 18-23
Come spin the wheel as you test your
knowledge about wonderful women
who changed the
world! One prize per student per day.
Adventures of Malachi Moon (all ages)
Saturday, March 23 at 3 p.m.
Storyteller Julian Gooding spins this
wonderful,interactive tale of a young child
who discovers that reading and writing
hold the keys to freedom. Follow the
journey of Malachi Moon as he sails south
from Charleston, South Carolina to the
Caribbean and then to Africa, Ireland, and
back home to America.
Club Anime! (ages 12-19)
Saturday, March 23 from 3-4:30 p.m.
You choose what we view today! You
may pick from Full Metal Panic, Toriko,
Genshiken, and Moribito Guardian of the
Spirit. Pocky will be served.
Round Table Discussion with
Councilwoman Johnson (adults)
Wednesday, March 27 at 12:30 p.m.
Councilwoman Anna Johnson of
Charleston County District 8 wants to
discuss your concerns and issues. Each
month a diferent speaker will be invited
to addresstopics of interest expressed by
you.
Annual Egg Hunt (ages 3-11)
Saturday, March 30 from 1-2 p.m.
Come hear some eggstraordinary stories,
and then join the hunt for treat flled eggs
at the library!
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Cape Fear continues from page 6
tour out of Wrightsville Beach. His lifes
work began at age 17 when I looked though
the binoculars for the frst time, right into
the eyes of a blue bird. With undiminished
enthusiasm, he tries to see at least seven species
on every tour. Check it out! he hollers over
the sound of the engine. Some of these birds
have fown all the way from South America.
Tank you for posing for us birds!
At the heavenly Arlie Gardens 100,000
azaleas announced the coming of spring.
In 1884 rich industrialist Pembroke Jones
and his wife Sarah bought the property and
transformed it into a picturesque masterpiece.
Te lavish parties they staged there are still
considered the height of high society hosting. Minnie
Evans was the gatekeeper at Airlie Gardens from 1949 to
1974 where the lush backdrop inspired her to become one
of Americas most important visionary artists. She said,
We talk of heaven. We think everything is going to be
white. But I believe were going to have beautiful rainbow
colors. Green is Gods color. He has 600 and some shades
of green. Her enigmatic paintings hang in galleries and
museums. Local artists constructed a magical Bottle
Chapel and garden in homage to her inspiration.
For an easy adventure, follow the
coastline. Like the Venus Flytrap that
attracts its prey with a subtle nectar
smell, youll be drawn to the understated
charms along the shores.
Roadtrips Charleston! is a feature of
Lucky Dog Publishing. Each month the
column presents adventurous, interesting
destinations within a few hours drive of
Charleston. Carol Antmans passion for
outdoor and artistic experiences has led her
to exotic and nearby destinations far and
wide. For more photos and links or to make
comments or suggestions, please see www.
peaksandpotholes.blogspot.com
If you Go:
For visitor information: www.
gowilmingtonandbeaches.com
Airlie Gardens: www.airliegardens.org
Water tour: www.
wrightsvillebeachscenictours.com
Aquarium: www.ncaquariums.com
Cameron Art Museum: www.
cameronartmuseum.com
Ferry: www.southporttimes.com
Cooking Competition: http://www.
competitiondining.com/events/fre-on-
the-dock
March 22, 2013
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(CAPTION) New Executive
Director Jill Ledford
Seventy-Three New Homes
BY SAM REED
T
he Kiawah-Seabrook Exchange Club heard how
our local Habitat for Humanity has constructed
73 afordable houses for needy persons since
2001. John Rhoden, the new Executive Director, and
Melody Bailey, Restore Manager, and Amanda Helton,
Development Director, told their story at a recent Club
meeting. Tey were presented with a $25,000 check, as a
gift from the Club.
Rhoden, on the job since December, pointed out that
each home costs approximately $65,000 to build, but has
a value of about $100,000 more than that when completed
due to many volunteer workers and a lot of contributed
materials. Each recipient of a home must contribute at
least 200 hours of manual labor before receiving the
home, then make monthly no-interest low-cost mortgage
payments to Habitat. Habitat is constantly looking for
land on which to build the homes, but currently has
enough land for the next fve years.
Te Habitat Restore, on Maybank Highway, has
volunteers donating about 2,000 hours per month, and
is an exciting shopping outlet in the area. Tey
have sold items as large as an automobile,
but you can fnd about anything
imaginable in the store.
Bailey, who has managed the
Restore for 12 years, is a resident
of Edisto Island. Helton is a
College of Charleston alum who
has worked in the past for the Red
Cross and the United Way.
Wayne Billian, telephone
directory chair, reported that ad
sales have reached 90% of the goal
of $150,000. Jesse Dove, special events
chair, reported on the 5K-10K race to be held
at Seabrook on April 27, as well as a proposed charity
golf tournament, which is in the discussion stage. New
member Suzanne Strahle updated the Club on a planned
Club gala to be held at Kiawahs Sandcastle on
May 15.
Core values of the Club, i.e. Family,
Community, and Country, were
emphasized, as well as ongoing Club
programs for youth, education, and
the prevention of child abuse. Te
Kiawah-Seabrook Club is one of
some 700 across the U.S. and Puerto
Rico. Tis Club has made annual
grants of considerably more than
$100,000 each year, for many years,
to worthy charities in our area coming
from the proceeds from ad sales for the
Clubs telephone directory.
O
ur weather this winter has been
all over the charts. Te steady 60
degree days in January gave way
to chilly temperatures in February where
we would launch some mornings in the
30s. Spring is fast approaching and the
warmer weather should jump start a great
fshing season.
Having spent the last few months
laying low and avoiding dolphins, redfsh
are transitioning from a period focused
simply on preservation to now becoming
predators again. With redfsh still in big
schools of up to hundreds of fsh, the
best fshing will be at low tide when you
can sight cast to them. Tese fsh are still
spooky so stealth is of upmost importance
when approaching a school. Oftentimes, it
pays to anchor up when you fnd a school
and wait for them to return to you instead
of chasing them down.
Once you are in casting range, jerk
shad lures rigged on futter hooks are my
go to option. Tese artifcial lures, usually
4-5 in length, imitate small baitfsh.
Flutter hooks have a weight on their shank
that let you cast a far distance and also put
motion on the lure. I use futter hooks
in size 3/0 with an 1/8oz. weight. Youll
want to work these lures slowly because
the redfsh are still sluggish. Make sure to
cast to the edges of the schools, if you cast
right into the middle you stand a good
chance of spooking them.
You will fnd at this time of year
sometimes these big schools of redfsh
dont want anything to do with artifcials.
When this happens, its time to soak some
cut bait. Ill put chunks of frozen mullet
on size 3/0 circle hooks and just let it sit
on the bottom until the redfsh swim over
it. Put your rod in the rod holder and
resist the urge (if at all possible!) to set the
hook when you see a fsh begin to eat. Te
circle hook will do all the work for you
and when your reel starts to sing you are
in business.
Its hard to have a stealthier approach
than with a fyrod. Tis is one of the times
of year when fy fshing can be the most
productive means of catching redfsh.
When a fy is cast well, it will make only
the slightest splash. Right now, we are
using smaller fies especially black and
white/chartreuse clouser minnows. When
the fsh are fnicky, you can wait until the
school is over your fy before you begin
your retrieve and often this will draw a
strike!
See you on the water!
Capt. Geof Bennett operates
Charleston Charter Fishing providing fy
fshing and light tackle charters. Clients
choose from a full menu of fy rods, artifcial
and live bait fshing options with charters
tailored to their desires. USCG licensed
and insured, Capt. Bennett is committed
to providing a safe and enjoyable charter
to anglers of all skill levels and ages. For
more information, call Capt. Bennett
at 324-3332, visit his website at www.
charlestoncharterfshing.com or email
him at captain@charlestoncharterfshing.
com.
March Fishing Report
BY CAPTAIN GEOFF BENNETT
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S
ome trees are good for tree-houses. Some trees are not. Guess which category this one fts
into? Its a conifer, and like most conifers, is evergreen--recall that our stately bald
cypress is a conifer, and yet loses all of its foliage each winter. Tis mysterious
conifer will make a stout trunk if given enough time, and its massive limbs will be
adorned with somewhat triangular leaves. Te limbs typically grow out of the trunk
in rings, or whorls. Branches will be completely covered by the foliage, with the leaves
overlapping each other all the way to the tip of the stem. Te broad-based leaf blades are
very tough, almost like hard plastic, and they are very sharply pointed at their ends. If
thats not impressive enough, how about this: the margins of the leaf blades are sharp,
almost like a knife blade. So we might imagine that this would be a nice tree to look at,
but not very good for little boys (or girls) to climb around in. No good for tree-houses.
Even for squirrels!
Tis unusual plant is one of about twenty closely related species, all native to the
southern hemisphere. Tis particular species occurs naturally in forests of Chile and
Argentina, where it becomes a very tall tree, forming dense forests. Te trees are either
male or female, and of course, its the female trees that will produce big seed cones.
You can see this tree grown in botanical gardens and arboreta in various parts of the
world, including North America and Europe. Te plants do well in cultivation, once
established, and seem to thrive in cool climates. As you might expect, one of these trees
with any size to it generates plenty of interest, and conversation. Some people think
the massive, ropy branches look like the necks of scaly dragons, or dinosaurs. And, of
course, those knife-like leaves get a lot of respectful attention.
Tere actually is a connection with dinosaurs. Tis species, and its closest relatives,
can be thought of as living fossils. Tey show up in the fossil record during the
Jurassic period, some 150 million (or so) years ago. Of course, some of those dinosaurs
had rather brontosaurus-sized appetites, and were fond of nibbling whatever vegetation
(or each other) happened to be at hand. Tere were plenty of ferns and fern-like plants...
many of which reached tree-size. Our Mystery Plant presumably evolved its fearsomely
prickly foliage as a way of deterring ravenous reptilian jaws. Of course, there arent
many dinosaurs for them to contend with now...but there are those pesky kids!
I took this picture while browsing around in the Palmengarten in Frankfurt,
Germany. What a fantastic botanical garden!
John Nelson is the curator of the A. C. Moore Herbarium at the University of South
Carolina, in the Department of Biological Sciences, Columbia SC 29208. As a public
service, the Herbarium ofers free plant identifcations. For more information, visit www.
herbarium.org or call 803-777-8196, or email nelson@sc.edu.
A Mystery for the Dinosaurs
BY J OHN NELSON
[ A n s w e r : M o n k e y - p u z z l e t r e e , A r a u c a r i a a r a u c a n a ]
MYSTERY PLANT
March 22, 2013
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Hey Ma is That You?
BY BOB HOOPER, AKA RENT A BOB
S
o the other day a friend of mine
was on the net and wandered onto
the website YouTube and low and
behold, he came across a video of him and
his wife. Well, lets just say the laundry
wasnt dry yet.
How did that happen? he asked. I
thought a minute and asked if his iPhone/
iPad/smartPhone/Andriod tablet/phone
or even just a plain
old laptop was in the
room with him. He
responded the way
most of us would by
saying, I dont know.
How the heck would
you keep track of all
those items?
Our computers
and phones have
become extensions
of us that keep track
of numbers, dates, bank
accounts, and more, that make
up our busy lives. It is scary how
much we allow our real life to become so
digital; it is time to look carefully at what
you allow to be around you. A snapshot
of a good time can become viral and either
help you, or hurt you. Digital personal
information is sold daily, and profted by
others without the individual receiving
any kind of compensation.
Tis is a very short sort of column but
preaching should be limited. Here are
a few ways to help mitigate some of the
above:
Always put a piece of tape over any
webcam you have regardless of it is
smartphone/tablet/laptop or even one of
the new TVs that
include a webcam.
Make sure that
if its that time all
phones/computers
are OFF.
Te reason is
simple. Laptops and
other devices that
have web enabled
cameras can be turn
on and viewed by
some stranger not even in
your gene pool with the right
virus. If you dont believe it
google a few YouTube videos and fnd
out its already posted on the net. Enough
said.
Look forward to some good questions and
helping you out. If you need immediate
assistance you can always call Rent A Bob at
822-7794 or email at rentabob@live.com.
COMPUTER CORNER
Second Annual
Diamondback
Terrapin Day
BY MARILYN BLIZARD
A
warm invitation went out last week
to all Kiawah Island residents
and visitors from near and far
who have an interest in Diamondback
Terrapins, the unique and increasingly
rare resident turtle of our Kiawah River
marsh waters and creeks.
Sponsored by the Town of Kiawah
Island Environmental Committee, the
Night Heron Park Nature Center, and
the Kiawah River Terrapin Working
Group the delightful festivities included
exhibiting wonderful terrapin books, and
featured a live Momma, Poppa and Baby
Diamondback Terrapin. Youll see Poppa
wears a black coloration to his upper lip,
so has been named Moustacio! Perhaps
you can ofer a name for the Momma or
Baby Terrapin.
Te major feature of this day is to
outft crab traps with Bycatch Reduction
Devices [BRDs] free of charge. A BRD
allows crabs to enter your crab trap
easily while it helps to prevent the rare
wild Diamondback Terrapin from going
into your trap and drowning. BRD Kits
need no tools to install. Te
instruction sheet makes
it easy. If you
have no crab
trap but
might know
of others who
do, please pass
the word on for
their beneft.
Many diferent locations were used for
the annual Diamondback Terrapin Day
including:
Night Heron Park Nature Center,
where we had a table set up with books for
all ages. Te 3 live terrapins were here to
be up-close and friendly. Walk-ups were
welcome to bring home a free BRD kit.
Kiawah Island Town Hall Garage,
where Jim Jordan, Town Biologist had a
table set up with a big display of books
and photos of the Terrapins. We installed
free Bycatch Reduction Devices [BRDs]
in crab traps guests were welcome to bring
and/or ofer BRD Kits for folks to install
their own.
At All Seasons True Value Hardware,
guests could visit a live Terrapin and claim
a BRD Kit. At Schoen Ace Hardware,
Cordrays Feed and Seed, and Bohicket
Marina Ships Store, those interested
could claim BRD Kit during normal
business hours as well.
By using a Bycatch Reduction Device
in your crab trap you help insure that you
are being a good steward of our natural
resources by not killing animals you
didnt mean to catch. If the terrapins
could talk, they would be likely
to smile and say, Tank
you!
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in the area. Businesses join by paying an annual fee, and
then receive benefts ranging from marketing assistance, to
fnancial projections, to community networking events. By
the end of the SICCs frst year, 22 members had jumped
on board to beneft from memberships; two years later, the
numbers have grown to over 130 members. We are here
for local businesses. Were here for the community. Were
here to help people get involved, Tompson says.
Saturdays Art Walk will help raise funds for the
continuing activities at the SICC, and featured artist Tina
Maryland assures that the event mustnt be missed. Tis
is such a rare opportunity to see some of the best artists
in the region all in one place on the sea islands, she says.
You can go downtown or to Spoleto, but this is right in
our backyard.
Living on the sea islands, there is
constant inspiration, says Maryland, who
also helped coordinate the Walk. You
see something wonderful, something
beautiful, something that moves you
every day. Maryland works largely with
oil and pastel, using a pallet knife instead
of a brush to create texture. She recently
donated one of her largest pieces yet, a two
foot by four foot piece entitled Sunset on
the Cove to be auctioned at the Seabrook
Greenspace Conservancy Gala.
Both Maryland and Tompson hope
that this years walk will prove to be as
successful as those in prior years, all to help
beneft the SICC and in turn, promote the
local community. Tere isnt anything
I would do for one of my businesses,
Tompson says. I believe in this.
Te 2013 Art Walk will be held
Saturday, March 30, from 10:30 a.m. until
7:30 p.m. at Bohicket Marina. Bohicket
Marina is located at 1880 Andell Bluf
Blvd, Johns Island. For more information
on the Sea Islands Chamber of Commerce,
visit www.seaislandchamber.org.
Art Walk continues from cover
Distant View of Kiawah Ocean Cousre Club House by Tina Maryland.
Sunset on the Cove by Tina Maryland
ARTS
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L
egare Farms is taking new members
for our Community Supported
Agriculture vegetable program. A
CSA allows you to buy a share in our crop
and it allows us to plant the crop without
having to borrow money to buy fuel,
pay labor, and buy seed and all the other
expenses involved with planting a crop.
We will start delivering vegetables around
the end of April and do nine weeks, then
take the heat of the summer of and start
back around the frst of October for six
weeks. We operate for a total of 15 weeks.
We have two sizes available, a full share
($355) gets a half bushel of vegetables per
week, and a half share ($245) gets half
that much except you will not get a half of
watermelon or a half of a cabbage etc. Our
CSA is a little diferent than most others,
in that we dont just drop the vegetables
at a location for you to pick up. We stay
with our vegetables and hand them out
to each of our members every week. Farm
owner Helen Legare-Floyd says, I cant
form a community with you if I dont even
know what you look like. We are forming
relationships with our customers.
Te Community Supported
Agriculture Program also lets you
purchase other products from the farm
such as eggs, meat, and jarred products
(pickles, jams, and salsa). You dont have
to be a member of the CSA to come by
the pick up locations to purchase things.
If you want more info on the CSA or
need the form to join, go to our website
www.legarefarms.com or call 559-0788 or
e-mail legarefarms@bellsouth.net.
The Farmer in the Dell
L E GAR E F AR M L AUNC HE S C OMMUNI T Y
S UP P OR T E D AGR I C ULT UR E P R OGR AM
PROVIDED BY LEGARE FARMS
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G
et acquainted with Kiawah Islands abundant
and distinctive culture at the 13
th
annual Kiawah
Island Art and House Tour benefting the Gibbes
Museum of Art. Five stunning, art-flled homes will be
featured on the Tour sponsored by Gibbes, etc. on Friday,
April 5 from 1 to 5 p.m. Te homes showcased in this
years House Tour are flled with character and world-
class collections of contemporary art; each also possesses
a design and architectural aesthetic that exemplify the
Kiawah lifestyle.
495 Old Dock Road - Enter this extravagant
home through a sweeping staircase that welcomes
visitors with expansive views of the Kiawah River
and marsh. Highlights of this magnifcently
adorned home include a grand piano, glass
chandeliers, a hand-painted elevator mural and
fully equipped club and game rooms.
46LeMoyneLane - Tis beautiful Shingle Style
Island home, inspired by the English Arts and
Crafts movement, overlooks the 15
th
hole at the
Cassique golf course. Te soft, soothing colors of
this homes classic contemporary dcor perfectly
complement a collection of sculptures created by
the owners mother.
48KiawahIslandClubDrive- Situated in the
Settlement neighborhood, this exquisite home
with curving design elements follows the curve
of a 180-degree arced lagoon. With spectacular
maritime forest views of the River Courses 12
th

green and 13
th
tee, the sweeping radial lines of this
home are delicately balanced with a neutral color
palette.
158GreyFoxDen - Situated on a small peninsula
with 250-degree views of the Kiawah River and
marshlands, this gorgeous zinc-roofed shingle
style home has breathtaking views from each
room. A large window inspired by Renaissance
architect, Andrea Palladio, flls with light an
interior full of carefully curated contemporary art.
270 Woodland Garden Lane Tis lovely 20
th

Century style stucco cottage is located at the
Cassique golf resort. An English cottage ambience
is achieved with blue and white decorative
elements, and a beautiful collection of chinoiserie.
Te owners art and antique doorstop collections
are among the highlights of this elegant and
welcoming home.
Tour tickets are $55 per person, and include access to
all participating homes, light refreshments at one tour
stop and a special pass to the Gibbes Museum of Art valid
through December 30, 2013. Tickets may be purchased
at: the Gibbes Museum Store (135 Meeting Street) or
website, the Kiawah Island Real Estate Ofces, Te
Sanctuary, Freshfelds Village, and the Main Sales Center
or by calling 722-2706 (x21).Proceeds beneft education,
exhibition and outreach programs at the Gibbes Museum
of Art.
Freshfelds Village stores and restaurants will ofer
special promotions and discounts to guests of the
Home Tour before and after the event. For special ofer
information, visit http://freshfeldsvillage.com/events/
view/13th-annual-kiawah-island-art-house-tour.
Gibbes, etc., an auxiliary group of the Gibbes
Museum of Art, is comprised of Kiawah Island women
dedicated to supporting the museum. Since its inception
in 2001, and through the Kiawah Island Art and House
Tour, Gibbes, etc. has presented the Gibbes with more
than $1 million to fund traveling exhibitions and art
education projects in the community. In 2011, Gibbes,
etc. was honored with the James S. Gibbes Philanthropy
Award.
Freshfelds Village is at the crossroads of Kiawah,
Seabrook and Johns islands. With more than 55
locally owned shops, galleries, restaurants, services and
businesses, Freshfelds is an upscale lifestyle destination
that also hosts cultural events, art exhibits and seasonal
festivals throughout the year.
Aesthetic Appeal of Art and Architecture
GE T R E ADY F OR T HE 13
T H
ANNUAL K I AWAH I S L AND
AR T AND HOUS E TOUR
SPECIAL TO THE ISLAND CONNECTION
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General continues from cover
kitchen windows, and you will fnd him there cooking
it, every day and most every hour the kitchen lights are
on. His dedication and love to inspiritingly simple foods
presented in unique way represents the great American
state of mind: always
remembering who you
are yet constantly moving
forward. Each menu item
is prepared and often
delivered by Tim himself,
a unique touch to a now
fast paced world that ads a
warm Johns Island touch..
A man in the business for
almost 30 years, his feet are
placed frmly in the roots of
the classic staples from the
world of cuisine and with
his hands always reaching
forward for something
new to introduce to the
palette. Tim would like
to personally send his
welcome to a delicious take
out lunch on the go or a
candle-lit evening in the Generals shop for a local beer,
some local friends, and some of the best food our own
Johns Islanders have to ofer.
When asked what inspired Tim to put together his
menu at Te Southern General, he responds, I wanted
to create something that would preserve the traditional
foods that everyone is familiar with while ofering special
alternatives for people who want to try something new. A
statement to the nature of our island preserving tradition
while trying to bufer coming change. Either way they
will have something for the old-fashioned and the young
at heart.
Tis isnt just a sandwich shop. Tims great sandwich
menu is bolstered with a House Specialties section with
appetizers like Johns Island Sweet Corn Fritters with
Spicy-Sweet Potato Cream Cheese or entrees like a
generous portion of Beer Battered Fish and Chips.
As any good chef knows,
its all about ingredients.
With a nearly empty freezer
and not a canned item in
sight, the menu stands up
to any test of freshness. Not
only is everything made
from scratch and delicious.
It is put together in ways
the island has yet to give a
home to, promptly meeting
the challenge of flling the
bellies of an area full of
diversity and familiar with
good food. Tons of tasty
house made treats are not
only spread across Tims
sandwiches, but they are all
is available for sale, home-
bound in a mason jar.
Te environment at Te Southern General surely
resembles its food. Te word General in the title
implies so. it feels very much like an old-timer general
store or larder, stacked with shelves of Tims own pickled
creations, snacks and nostalgic candies. From Jars
of home-made sweet tea BBQ sauce and spicy house
vegetable giardiniera, to old favorites like chick-o-sticks,
moon pies and house candied nuts. It is very much in
that sense like a normal sandwich shop where people love
to stop in for a quick pick up with a cashier immediately
ahead through the front door. But dont be fooled. He or
she doubles as a bartender. Perfect for the cozy, naturally
lit dining room seating for dinner with a glass of wine,
or a night of friends and appetizers at the bar to watch
the game. Te General serves beer and wine only but is
seated right next to Seanachai Social Club and Irish Pub,
an awesome place to cheers with friends and a full service
bar. As the General and Seanachai work in tandem, you
could even order your Southern Generals Sandwich or
appetizer from the bar there. No problem, and if you
havent been to Seanachai yet, youre in for two treats. So
come, great island time awaits.
Te Southern General is open Monday - Tuesday
11am-9pm. Wednesday - Tursday 11am-11pm. Friday
llam-2am and Saturday 4pm-2am. It is closed on Sundays.
You can call the restaurant at (843)640-3778 or go to
www.thesoutherngeneral.com for a menu and additional
information.
Te Poutine shown above features house made fries, fried cheese
curds, and good gravy.
Fresh Souther Style Skillet Green Beans with carmalized onion
Te Brat Burger comes with house Broccolli Slaw and Beer Cheese
Mustard on a seasoned ground brawtworst patty.
Inside Te Southern General. PHOTOBYJONERWIN
The Sound of Music
CHARLESTON SY MP HONY ORCHESTRA LEAGUE HOSTS DESI GNER SHOWHOUSE
BY HANNAH DOCKERY
A
s the single largest supporter of the
Charleston Symphony Orchestra,
the CSOL raises funds and
awareness to support the Orchestra, as well
as music education within the Charleston
area. When I frst moved to Seabrook 11
years ago, one of the requirements I had
for choosing a location was that it had to
have a cultural life, explains Sue Ingram,
president of the CSOL. As a musician
myself, supporting the CSO is extremely
important.
Today the CSOL kicks of their 36
th

annual Designer Showhouse fundraiser.
Located downtown across from Waterfront
Park, the circa-1800s cotton warehouse
was converted into a 4,000 square foot
home back in the 50s. Today, it serves
as a showcase for some of the areas most
talented interior designers and decorators.
Te place is fascinating. It is so beautiful,
Ingram says. Each year, the CSOL hopes
to raise a whopping $100,000 through the
Showhouse fundraiser. Some years we
reach it, some years we dont, but we always
have huge support from the community. I
would encourage everyone to come out this
year. Its a fun event, and a great cause,
she adds. Te show runs through April 21
from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. and 1 4 p.m. on
Sundays, and Ingram assures that there is a
little something for everyone.
But thats not all the CSOL is up to.
Each year, we also do a car sponsorship by
working with a dealership in Charleston,
Ingram says. Te League purchases the car
at a reasonable price, and then sells 1,000
sponsorships for $100 each. One lucky
winner gets a brand new car at a $100
bargain; this years recipient will receive a
2013 Ford Mustang GT convertible. Not
a bad deal. It really is a win-win situation.
Someone will win a new car, but everyone
else will be supporting the CSO. Te
drawing for the car will be held at the
opening Spoleto concert on May 26.
All of the hard work and constant
fundraising pays of for a few young
musicians in the lowcountry. Te League
gives away $30,000 in scholarships each
year. From high school seniors planning
on pursuing a degree in music, to CSO
musicians who want to further their studies
through summer camps or internships,
the CSOL works hard to make sure that
all young maestros are given the resources
needed to cultivate the love for music.
With budget cuts sweeping the nation and
funding for the arts being the frst to go, the
Charleston community is lucky to have the
Charleston Symphony Orchestra League.
Te rest of the monies raised through
CSOL endeavors go to support the
non-proft CSO.
Go ahead and mark your calendars
now on October 7, the CSOL will hosts
their frst ever golf tournament on Kiawahs
River Course. Tis wont be your typical
tournament, Ingram says. Were currently
recruiting sponsors, and it is going to be really
unique because we will have an ensemble
from the Orchestra playing. Teams will be
comprised of four players. Golfers can sign
up for $400/person.
So the next time you fnd yourself
enjoying the sounds of the CSO on a
Saturday evening, remember to thank the
members of the Charleston Symphony
Orchestra League.
For more information on the Charleston
Symphony Orchestra League, visit www.
csolinc.org. Te Designer Showhouse is
located at 4 South Adgers Wharf, downtown
Charleston. Tickets are $20/door, $15/
advance. Show runs through April 21.
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