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Sullivans Island Isle of Palms Goat Island Dewees Island

Carroll declares candidacy

to be IOP mayor
BY SUSAN HILL SMITH
ISLAND EYE NEWS STAFF WRITER

I
sle of Palms City
Councilmember Jimmy
Carroll has announced with
the start of the new year that he
is running for mayor in the citys
2017 elections in November.
Carroll is a lifelong island
resident and well-known local
realtor who was first elected to
council in 2011 and is currently
serving his second term. He is
the first to publicly declare in
the non-partisan race for the
seat, currently held by Mayor
Dick Cronin.
Its not a three-month race.
Its going to take me 11 months
to put this together, said
Carroll, adding that he wants to
meet with neighborhood groups
and others across the island.
Carroll said his primary focus
will continue to be protecting
the islands residential character
and putting residents first. He
describes himself as a fiscal
conservative committed to
common-sense decision-making
and a more open and transparent
government. We need to be
more reactive to our citizens,
our residents, our taxpayers
desires, he said.
His platform calls for using
social media to allow residents
to give feedback to the city on
an ongoing basis. He said he will
continue to promote referendums
for all major city projects, such
as the plans to overhaul the Isle
of Palms Marina.
Carroll said he wants the city
to live within its budget, not
always using tourism monies
to offset deficiencies, but he
acknowledges the positive
impact of the tourist economy.
He brings up concerns about
rising sea levels and hurricanes
and points out that erosion is
an island-wide concern now,
with major portions of beach
recently lost at the south end up
through 6th Avenue. I think we
need to be more proactive and
start putting money aside for
emergencies.
During his past five years on
council, he said, he initiated and
supported several important
issues, citing the citys new
parking plan and its opposition
to single-use plastic bags in local
Jimmy Carroll.
businesses as an environmental
measure.
Carroll moved to the island as
a boy with his family in 1959. He
is a graduate of Sullivans Island
Elementary School, Moultrie
High School and College of
Charleston. In 2015, he sold
his interest in Carroll Realty,
the company he started with his
mother in 1981, to his nephew,
but has continued on as an
active realtor.
Carrolls campaign can be
followed by signing up on his
ioptoday.com site or on Facebook
at jimmycarroll & IOPToday.

The Crabpot Players

successful return
BY AMY MERCER, EDITOR
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

(l to r) Jimmy Ward, Koby Hall and Darnell Wigfall.
T
he opening performance of the Crabpot Players The Last
Meeting of the Nights of the White Magnolia was a success.
The show enjoyed a full house, a crowd loud with laughter,
and a standing ovation.
Under the leadership of Jimmy Ward, the all male cast of
professional actors and local residents lead the audience through
a meeting at the Cattlemans Hotel where Bradleyvilles good ole
boys met to carry on a tradition of patriotism and racial purity.
Set in Texas in 1962, these meetings were just an opportunity
for the members to play dominoes and enjoy refreshments in the
form of Bourbon. This particular meeting was special as the club
initiated a new member for the first time in years, and attempted
to resurrect their hilarious sacred initiation rite.
Ward said "The first three performances have been very successful
with the cast received standing ovations and rave reviews every
PHOTOS BY STEVE ROSAMILIA Crabpot continues on page 2

INSIDE THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

MARKET THIS WAY COLORFUL
& MORE TO DOG MEDIUM
FROM DAYS Pg 13
MAYOR Pg 2 Pg 5
 CIVIC
2 January 20, 2017
Message from the mayor of Sullivans Island
Dear Island Neighbors,
I hope your 2017 is thus far a very happy and healthy one and will
continue as such through all its 12 months. I dont know about you,
but it seems that nearly every year goes by faster than the previous
onetime inflation?
Below we have info on several Island events you may enjoy, and a
safety message. Since its a good bet that safety will not entice you
to read to the end, lets start there, but please read on to learn about
some opportunities for fun!
LIGHT UP (FOR) YOUR LIFE!
Island resident Nicky Bluestein has conveyed a concern that
is especially relevant during the current period of longer nights:
pedestrians and cyclists on the streets at night who might not be
seen by drivers.
Our tranquil streets, which often double as sidewalks (except
PLEASE not on Middle in or near the commercial district), can easily
lull us into viewing them as pedestrian promenades. This is especially
the case since 6.2 miles (10K!) of them recently got some fine new
smooth surfaces by SC Department of Transportation contractors.
But the fact is that they are thoroughfares for cars and trucks
(hence, DOTs interest in them).
If someone is walking or biking along these streets at night without
reflective clothing or some sort of lighting, they may not be seen by
drivers until its too late. Especially if the walker or biker is wearing
dark clothing.
You might think: well, their headlights should illuminate me in
time unless they are driving too fast. If you are wearing dark clothes
without any reflecting or lighting gear, it is still possible for a driver to
come up on you too soon to avoid you, even if the driver is travelling at
the speed limit. Add in driver distractions and the occasional speeder,
and your odds get worse. And if you are crossing an intersection
where the drivers headlights are perpendicular to your route, there
is very little time for a driver to react.
When out walking or running or biking at night, please be sure
that drivers can see you when they need to. Use reflecting gear and
clothing, and be sure you have lights on your bike.
HOW YA LIKE DEM ERSTERS?
As noted this time last year, that was how the very down-to-
earth New Orleans Mayor Robert Maestri started a conversation
with his guest President Franklin
Roosevelt, when they tucked
into some Oysters Rockefeller at
New Orleans famed Antoines
Restaurant in 1937.
We wont likely have any
presidents in attendance, but
you can get some great ersters,
visit with friends and neighbors,
and support our great Fire and
Rescue Squad at our February
Oyster Roast, 5-8 p.m., Saturday
February 4, 2017. The location Pat O'Neil
as usual is the Big Tin/Fish Fry
Shack at Station 15. Tickets are $35 (advance) and $40 (at door),
available to purchase at Harris Teeter (Coleman Boulevard, Mt.
Pleasant), Simmons Seafood (Isle of Palms), Sullivans Island Fire
Station and Town Hall. Proceeds support the efforts of the Fire and
Rescue Squad. Much of their equipment is bought with proceeds
from this wonderful event. Hope to see you there!
WHATS THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR GOT TO DO WITH
SULLIVANS ISLAND?
Lots, actually. Turns out there is a big connection between our
Island and that often-neglected war. You can learn about that
connection, and the many aspects of it which are now part of the
Island environment, by turning out at the next Battery Gadsden
Cultural Center event.
Roy Williams, the Islands wonderfully knowledgeable and eloquent
resident historian, will be the featured speaker at the Battery Gadsden
Cultural Center on Thursday, February 16, 6:00 p.m., 1917 Ion Ave.
next to the Poe Library.
In his talk, titled How the Spanish American War Revived
Sullivans Island, Roy will speak about how this lesser-known war
had a large impact on our Island and spurred the development of
many prominent military structures including Batteries Capron and
Pierce Butler (AKA the Mound at Stith Park) and Battery Gadsden
itself.
Councilmember Susan Middaugh, Council liaison to the Battery
Gadsden Cultural Center, wants us to know about this very-2017
addition to this history talk: Roy is going to include Then-and-
Now photos ofIsland structures built in the Spanish-American war
era.The Now photos were taken by drone to duplicate the height
and angle of the original photos which were taken from the air when
these structures were still in use.
And I add: We hope to learn how the Then aerial photos were
taken back then
RETURN OF THE FARMERS MARKET
The inaugural Island Farmers Market was wildly popular, as
evidenced by the many hopeful queries we have received about
whether it will have another run in 2017.
Short answer: YES!
Councilmember Sarah Church, Chair of the Recreation Committee,
assures us: We are excited to bring back the Farmers Market this
year.The market will run every Thursday, April 6 - June 29, from
2:30 to 7:00 p.m. in front of the Poe Library at Battery Gadsden.We
are accepting applications from interested vendors through February
17.Information can be found on the Towns website (http://bit.
ly/sifarmermarket), Facebook (sifarmersmarket) or Twitter (@
simarket2016) for updates on the upcoming season!
See you around the Island!
Pat ONeil
843.670.9266 | oneilp@sullivansisland-sc.com
Crabpot continues from cover
show. The Crabpot Players are very happy to be performing at the
Windjammer once again, after all the Windjammer is where it all
began for us in 1993."
Much has changed since those days when the Crabpot Players
were the only theater company East of the Cooper. Today, there are
more than twenty companies and according to Ward, the market
is saturated. Thats why Ward is so pleased that he was asked to
return to the Windjammer after months of being gypsies. Hes not
sure what the next few months hold for the Crabpot Players, but is
planning on directing Steel Magnolias in the fall.
The Crabpot Players, Inc. is a non profit 501(c)(3) community theatre
company located in Isle of Palms, SC. We are always looking for stage
talent as well as musical directors, set painters, carpenters, costume
designers, sound and light engineers, and stage hands. For more
information, call 843.886.6218 or e-mail us today at crabpotplayer@
aol.com.
January 20, 2017
IOP Exchange Club offers scholarships
BY AMY MERCER, EDITOR
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
(l to r) Cole Walters, Caroline Lamb, Andrew Capps with Elizabeth Grantham (Isle of Palms Exchange Club).
T
he Isle of Palms Exchange Club. From those receiving a between $1,200 and $2,000.
Club is ready to welcome Youth of the Month award, one Students must be able to
high school seniors to be student will be chosen as the demonstrate excellence in
recognized as the Isle of Palms, IOP Exchange Club Youth of the leadership, community service,
Exchange Club Youth of the Year. The Youth of the Year will and academics. Additionally,
Month and Youth of the Year. receive a scholarship and have students must write two
These students also will be eligible the opportunity to compete at essaysone entitled Inspiring
to receive one of the Meeks/ the South Carolina District and a Community to Become a Better
Sottile scholarships. To qualify National levels. Winners of the Place (800 to 1200 words) and
for Youth of the Month/Year, Youth of the Month and Youth of another short essay (200 words)
applicants must live east of the the Year awards are then qualified on what the applicant believes
Cooper River or be a descendant to compete for several Meeks/ is his/her most outstanding
of a past or present member Sottile scholarships, which in achievement. Applicants are
of the Isle of Palms Exchange previous years have ranged also required to complete two
applicationsThe National
Exchange Club Youth of the Year
form, which is to be signed by the
high school counselor, as well as
the Meeks/Sottile Scholarship
application.
Application forms may be
obtained from high school
counselors or on line at
www.iopexchange.org/
meekssottile-scholarships. All
of the requirements must be
completed and submitted by
March 6 to Elizabeth Grantham,
IOP Youth Chairperson,
elizabethforexchange@gmail.com.
Winners will be honored along
with their parents and siblings at
the April 27 IOP Exchange Club
meeting at 6:30 p.m.
CIVIC CALENDAR
Recycle - WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1 - Recycle
Isle of Palms Public Works Committee Thursday, January 26
886.6428 11 a.m. Water & Sewer Committee
www.iop.net 1207 Palm Boulevard 8:30 a.m.
2050 Middle Street
Tuesday, January 24 Sullivan's Island
City Council Meeting 883.3198 Friday, January 27
6 p.m. www.sullivansisland-sc.com Land Use & Natural
1207 Palm Boulevard Resources Committee
Monday, January 23
9 a.m.
Wednesday, February 1 2050 Middle Street
Tree Commission
Recreation Committee 5 p.m.
9 a.m. 2050 Middle Street
1207 Palm Boulevard
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4 January 20, 2017
ELECTION SEASON
OPENS ON
SULLIVANS ISLAND
Municipal Election:
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
Following offices included in
this election:
Mayoral seat - 4 year term
Three (3) Council seats -
4 year term
Citizens who desire to be
candidates for the above
offices may file at Town Hall,
2056 Middle Street.
Books OPEN for
candidate filing:
Friday, January 13, 2017
Books CLOSE for
candidate filing:
12Noon Thursday, February
16, 2017
Submit information to
Municipal Clerk, Courtney Liles
VOTER INFORMATION
Deadline to register to vote:
April 1, 2017
Full Information:
Charleston County Board of
Voter Registration (link)
Polling Location:
Sunrise Presbyterian Church
3222 Middle Street
Sullivan's Island
Polls open at 7:00AM and
close 7:00PM on election day
Honoring local marine
BY KAYLA GOOD
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
S
ecretary of the Navy Ray
Mabus today announced
that the city of Charleston,
South Carolina, will serve as the
commissioning site for the future
USS Ralph Johnson (DDG 114).
The ship is named for Marine Pfc.
Ralph Henry Johnson, a native of
Charleston, who posthumously
received the Medal of Honor for his
heroic actions during the Vietnam
War. Johnson used his body to
shield two fellow Marines from a
grenade, absorbing the blast and
dying instantly in March 1968.
No date has been set for the
commissioning ceremony, but
the ship was launched at the
Huntington Ingalls Industries
(HII) shipyard in Pascagoula,
Mississippi, Dec. 12, 2015.
Ralph Johnson is the 64th
Arleigh Burke-class destroyer,
and the 30th DDG 51 class
destroyer built by the Huntington
Ingalls Industries (HII) shipyard.
DDG 51 class ships are
integral players in global
maritime security, engaging in
air, undersea, surface, strike and
ballistic missile defense. Ralph
The future USS RALPH JOHNSON (DDG 114) was launched at the Huntington Johnson, a Flight IIA destroyer,
Ingalls Industries shipyard Dec. 12. The ship, a Flight IIA destroyer, will be equipped will be equipped with Aegis
with Aegis Baseline 9 which incorporates Integrated Air and Missile Defense and
Baseline 9 which incorporates
enhanced Ballistic Missile Defense capabilities. DDG 51 class ships are integral
players in global maritime security, engaging in air, undersea, surface, strike and Integrated Air and Missile Defense
ballistic missile defense. and enhanced Ballistic Missile
PHOTO COURTESY OF HUNTINGTON INGALLS INDUSTRIES Defense capabilities.
7 January 20, 2017 5

Celebrate your four legged friend

DOGGIE DAY AT THE REC CENTER

BY AMY MERCER, EDITOR

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

O
n Saturday, February Only fifteen entries will be have dogs on site for adoption
4 at 9 a.m. the Isle of accepted for each category so dog and other dog agencies and
Palms Recreation Center owners are encouraged to pre- businesses will be available for
will be taken over by mans register by Wednesday, February information regarding adoptions,
best friend for the annual IOP 1. Participants may also register pet sitting, grooming and more.
Doggie Day at the Rec. There is the morning of the event if there For more information or to
something for dogs, owners, and are spaces available. register please visit the website
dog enthusiasts alike at this free If you are looking to add a at www.iop.net or call the Isle
event. furry member to your family, The of Palms Recreation Center at
Veterinarian Dr. Jose Charleston Animal Society will 843.886.8294.
Biascoechea will be on site to
administer rabies vaccinations
for $10 from 9 11 a.m. He will
also offer microchipping for $30.
Microchipping assists Animal
Control in locating homes for
dogs that may have been lost.
IOP Animal Control will be
available to sell IOP dog licenses
for $5 and answer any questions
the community may have
concerning their four legged
friends on the island. Proof of
rabies vaccination is required to Eyes, Best Smile, Best Costume,
receive a city dog license. Free Most Earresistible, Best Male
dog photos will also be offered Rescue and Best Female Rescue.
from 9 11 a.m. Winners of each category will
At 10 a.m. there will be a compete in a Best in Show for
free dog show featuring eight the grand prize. The top three
different categories including: in each category will receive
Cutest Puppy (under 1 year), great prizes from participating
Most Attractive (over 1 year), Best sponsors.
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BY WENDY KELLY
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
I
f youre anything like me,
that last cold snap didnt do
your yard and garden any
favors. The usual protocol for
my plants when a frigid weather
looms is to bring some inside,
put some in the garage, cover
some, and pretty much just
cross my fingers on the rest.
Well, the cross my fingers group
didnt have a chance. In fact, the
group I covered didnt either. It
was seriously cccccold.
HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW? 7
Which means right now the perfect time for dreaming, planning
and research. So go get yourself a cup of tea (bourbon -- optional
if its really cold) and take a look at these interesting options for
the coming year.
BUTTON BUSH (Cephalanthusoccidentalis)
I first saw this awesome shrub awhile back while kayaking
the Wambaw, and it took me all this time to identify it. Common
buttonbush is a good-sized shrub(6-12 feet tall) with a really
interesting and unusual flower; think of a golf ball with hair. It
prefers part sun and a moist environment, and its a great nectar
plant. Plus, its seeds are relished by ducks and shorebirds.
LIONS EAR/LIONS TAIL (Leonotis leonurus)
Commonly called lions ear, this unique shrub is native to
South Africa. It can grow rapidly to 3-6 tall in a single season from
seed planted in the garden in early spring. Bright, fuzzy, orange
flowers bloom in whorls on its square stems. Its fairly drought
tolerant, too. The flowers, seeds, leaves and stems of Lions Ear
have been used for centuries to treat a variety ailments; from
jaundice to dysentery, while its roots and bark have been used
to treat snakebites and scorpion stings.
PARROT BEAK LOTUS (Lotus berthelotii)
I fell head over heels in love with this amazing annual the first
time I saw it. Its delicate foliage is a soft silvery green, accentuated
by bright yellow to orange blooms that are shaped like a parrots
beak. (Hence the name,
folks) It prefers light,
Naturally, my first instinct well-drained soil and full
is to run out and replace sun, but it can definitely
everything immediately. But the tolerate a little afternoon PHOTO OF PARROT BEAK LOTUS BY PADEIA
truth is, my kids had a better- shade in the heat of the
summer. Parrots Beak Beak Lotus is a keeper.
than-average Christmas last So if you find yourself with a little time to dream about your
month (translation: Im broke.) has a graceful arching
habit, so its particularly spring garden, hop on the internet and see whats out there.
Also, despite the temptation, I Living in the low country, we are fortunate to have loads and
know better. Because now were suitable for hanging
baskets. It flowers best loads of choices when it comes to what we can plant in our yards
in that no-mans land between and gardens. These plants are really just the tip of the iceberg.
seasons; itd be foolish to spend in the cooler weather
of spring and early Speaking of icebergshas anyone checked the forecast lately?
the time and money re-planting
everything when were definitely summer, but even while Wendy Sang Kelly is owner of Garden Pixies, find her online at
not out of the winter woods yet. its not in bloom, Parrot www.gardenpixies.com or call 843.822.1044.
PHOTO OF LION'S EAR BY VALENTINE FLORAL CREATIONS PHOTO OF BUTTON BUSH BY FOUNDINTHEFELLS.COM
January 20, 2017 9

Seasons
South
of the

Satisfy your hunger with

warm winter waffles
BY MARILYN MARKEL
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

CORNMEAL WAFFLES
Makes 4 waffles
Ingredients
4 Tbsp butter
1 egg
cup buttermilk
1 cup flour
2 Tbsp cornmeal
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 Tbsp sugar
tsp salt

Directions
Beat butter with a hand mixer until light and fluffy. Add
remaining ingredients and mix until just combined. Cook in
a waffle iron.
W
arm waffles in the middle of winter are so satisfying on
a lazy weekend day. A pinch of cornmeal gives these
fluffy waffles a little bite. For breakfast or brunch serve
with warmed syrup, its intensely satisfying, or try the soft
sorghum butter with fried chicken. Add a little sparkling wine
or champagne for a memorable chicken and waffle experience.

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January 20, 2017
Edisto Dusk 13 x 13 pastel by Tammy Papa.
BY JULIE COOK
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
W
hen many people hear
the word pastel, soft
pale colors come to
mind. However, in the art world,
pastel refers to an art medium
that is brilliant in color used to
create luminous works of art
with a velvety, buttery surface.
Often visitors in the gallery
are pleasantly surprised to see
the vibrancy and rich depth
of color that can be achieved
using pastels. A number of
great masters, including Renoir,
Toulouse-Lautrec and Whistler
produced brilliant works using
pastel. Edward Degas was a
prolific user of pastel, and his
protg, Mary Cassatt, introduced
the Impressionists to the use of
pastels.
Today many renowned living
artists distinguish themselves in
pastels, and many galleries in the
Charleston area represent artists
who create exciting works in
this medium. Tammy Papa and
Susan Mayfield are two highly
collected local artists that excel
in this medium. Each of them
has their own unique style but
both use pastels with a painterly
approach; with quick strokes and
broad blends building rich layers
of color. As explained by artist
Tammy Papa in one of her recent
workshops,
Pastel sticks contain crystals
with light scattering properties
which is one of the reasons this
medium is so luminous. Some
artists use only specially designed
stumps to blend the pastel on
the surface of the work to avoid
oils from their fingers dulling
those crystals.
A pastel stick consists of pure
powdered pigment and a binder.
The pigments used inpastelsare
the same as those used to produce
all coloredartmedia, including
oil paints. There are four main
types of pastels: soft, hard, pencil
and oil. Soft pastels, hard pastels,
and pastel pencils are all bound
Adams Creek 11 x 9 pastel by Susan Mayfield.
13
with a gum or resin binder and
oil pastels are bound with oil
and wax. Pastelscanbeusedon
almost any surface as long
as there is enough tooth for
thepastelsto grip. Textured
paper is a common surface for
pastels, butboards,canvas, and
artist quality sandpaper can be
used. The work is considered a
pastel painting when the surface
is covered completely with pastel;
if not, it is considered a pastel
sketch. Pastels need to be framed
under glass (not plexiglass), with
adequate spacing between the
painting surface and the glass,
and as with most works of art,
they should not hang where they
are exposed to excessive heat,
humidity, or sunlight.
Pastels continues on page 14
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Pastels continues from page 13
Some of the most common questions that we hear
in the galleries are I want to purchase something with
longevity and value; arent pastels really fragile pieces
that will fade over time? Or, isnt it just chalk?
Despite the fragility of its surface, a pastel work of art
has extreme longevity when created on a conservation
substrate and is properly framed. Ralph Mayer, author
of The Artist's Handbook wrote,
"Framed under glass and given the care that any
work of art normally receives, (pastel) portraits of the
1750 period have come down to us as bright and fresh
as the day they were painted."
Numerous famous artists throughout the centuries
created pastel paintings (some as from as far back as
the 16th century). These works of art have retained
their brilliance and have become highly valued, with
many hanging in national museums.
As to the chalk question, this is an understandable
misconception. Pastels can be very dusty and chalk-
like when the work is created. However, artists pastels
are an entirely different medium from colored chalk.
Colored chalk is a temporary, dilute in color, water
soluble and non-conservation grade material, whereas
pastels are conservation grade pure pigments in the
form of a stick. These sticks can look an awful lot like a
stick of chalk, but they are worlds apart.
To experience this brilliant medium in person, stop
by Sandpiper Gallery on Sullivans Island or Edward
Dare Gallery in Charleston. With their individual
interpretations of vivid landscapes, still life and
figurative subjects, artists Tammy Papa and Susan
Mayfield have created unforgettable paintings that will
give you a new appreciation for pastels.
For more information, stop into either gallery or contact
us at www.sandpipergallery.net or 843.883.0200.
Julie Cooke is the owner of Sandpiper Gallery on
Sullivans Island now in its 16th year and Edward
Dare Gallery in Charleston which just celebrated its
10th year anniversary. Cooke graduated from both
Clemson University and Auburn University and worked
as a project engineer and product designer for 15 years
before entering the art world professionally. Cook says,
Every day I walk into these galleries, I am still amazed
that I get to work in such a beautiful, awe inspiring
environment and support the work of fine artists and
craftsmen from all over North America. Art is a crucial,
delightful part of the human experience and I am so
grateful to have the opportunity to bring it into so many
peoples lives.
COMPUTER CORNER
Mining is no longer deep
underground
BY BOB HOOPER
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
M
ining your data is a little bit
like mining coal. It is dirty
and dangerous, and not
without risk. Mining data is done from
your computer and in many cases with
your permission. Lots of companies try
to install PUPs (potentially unwanted
programs) or just outright malware (a
name for all types of viruses) that will
mine your data from you computer,
emails or just where you go on the
internet.
So let's talk about how you agree
to give up data first. When you use
Google Chrome - which is a browser to
interact with the Internet - you agree
to allow Google (or the parent company
Alphabet) to follow you as you traverse
the internet. Wherever you go, uncle
Google knows and keeps track of it
of course its all for your benefit dont
you know. Other browsers (Internet
Explorer 11 or Firefox for example) do
not explicitly state that they follow you,
but they do try to put cookies onto your
hard drive to do just that, which is the
same with every website you visit.
With Google you need to also realize
that all of their free products - from
Gmail through Google Docs - are free
because you agree to allow Google
(again Alphabet) to scan (or read)
everything you do. That's right, that
email you send or that document you
typed is being scanned as you type it
and stored by Google. Their primary
use is for advertising but they also use
all the data to create a profile of you,
heck Google probably knows you better
than you know yourself!.But don't
think Google is the only one doing this,
www.islandeyenews.com
January 20, 2017
Facebook is just as bad at collecting
data about you, virtually anything
you do online through the Facebook
interface (like a browser) is collected to
gather data to create a profile of you.
Plus the targeted advertising gotta
have that ad right on target.
Now let's talk about how your data
is mined without your consent, which
is through Malware or PuP's. Both
are things you do NOT want on your
computer and can be hard to get rid of.
They will slow down the computer and
in many cases tell/scream at you that
you need to call some number to fix
your laptop/desktop. It's a lie. When
you call they want you to let them into
your computer by remoting in. NEVER
allow this to happen unless you know
the person.
In years past a virus would try to
wreck your computer or the network,
nowadays they want data, and the
more they can steal the better. So just
be aware of what you are giving away
when you get something for free. Also
remember that unless you encrypt an
email, you should consider them just
like a postcard in regular mail, anyone
can read it and most likely will. It can
also be copied by postal employees (not
that they would but they could). Emails
pass through a server many times on
their way to you and each time can be
copied and most likely are.
As with all of my columns if you want
help or have questions don't hesitate
to call Rent A Bob at 843.822.7794 or
email at rentabob@live.com.
January 20, 2017
Get Lit combines a book and dinner club
A
s with many New
Years resolutions, the
determination to read
more is easier said than done.
Local bookmobile Itinerant
Literate and The Junction Kitchen
& Provisions have teamed up to
make this particular resolution
much more appealing. The two
businesses have put their talents
together to form a book and
dinner club, cheekily deemed the
Get Lit book club.
The next meeting will be on
Tuesday, January 24, for the
book Still Mineby Amy Stuart.
The event starts at 6:30 p.m.
with a meet-and-greet half hour,
followed by discussion at 7 p.m.
The author will Skype in for a
Q&A session after discussion.
Each month, the group reads
a new novel, and from the
description or mention of food in
the book, the owner/operator of
Junction, Kimana Littleflower,
alongside the chef, creates an
inventive three-course tasting
menu, paired with wine ($25).
Between bouts of literary talk,
Littleflower gives attendees an
explanation of and for every dish
and its paired wine, making these
meetings true culinary events
as well as literary ones. Since
BY AMY MERCER, EDITOR
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
Junction is typically closed for
dinner service during the week,
each club meeting is a private
event.
We have such in-depth,
engaged discussion until the
moment the food comes out,
said bookmobile owner Christen
Thompson. Then its complete
silence. Thats how good the food
is! Every meeting we ask Kimana
to include the dishes on the
regular menu. Its such a treat. their Facebook page or website.
Thompson and bookmobile
co-owner Julia Turner handpick
the book selections,and the
group votes for the next read.
Purchasing your book physical
or digital from Itinerant Literate
comes with a glass of wine
during the events initial meet-
and-greet. After attending six
events, attendees earn a bottle
of wine from Junction and a gift
from Itinerant Literate. Itinerant
Literate brings a selection of
their general stock for the event,
and Junction allows attendees
to make additional purchases
from their to-go market, stocked
with local produce, cheeses and
coffee, as well as wine and beer.
The women of Itinerant
Literate continually suggest
books that have readers coming
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back for more. When you come to Find Itinerant Literate at one of
Get Lit you leave full, merry, with their events to purchase your
a new read on the ready, and a copy, or visit their online digital
dozen new friends to be had, store for the ebook. In February,
said Littleflower. the group will read critically
acclaimed satirical protest novel
For more details on Januarys
book club meeting, see the event Your Heart Is a Muscle the Size of
page on Facebook, RSVP on a Fistby Sunil Yapa and in March
Meetup.com or reach out to info@ the inventive All the Birds in the
itinerantliteratebooks.com. Find Sky from i09 editor Charlie Jane
out more about The Junction on Anders.
Pastides elected chair
Sea Grant Consortiums
BY SUSAN FERRIS HILL
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
U
niversity of South Carolina President Harris Pastides has
been elected chair of S.C. Sea Grant Consortiums Board
of Directors. Pastides began his one-year term on January
1, 2017.
I am delighted to have this opportunity to work with Executive
Director Rick DeVoe and the S.C. Sea Grant Consortium Board of
Directors, Pastides said. I have a long-standing love for South
Carolinas coastal waterways and will continue to be a staunch
advocate for sustainable marine resource conservation and
scientific research.
Pastides, who has been the USC president since 2008, has a
masters in public health and a Ph.D. in epidemiology from Yale
University. Before becoming USCs president, he served as dean
of the universitys Arnold School of Public Health and as vice
president for Research and Health Sciences. Pastides serves on
many local, state, national and international boards, including
the S.C. Governors School for the Arts and Humanities and the
Fulbright Faculty Programs.
I very much look forward to working with Dr. Pastides this
coming year as chair of the Consortiums Board of Directors,
DeVoe said. His leadership and many years of experience
working on education and research issues in the state will be
invaluable to the Consortiums work in meeting the needs of our
diverse stakeholders.
The Consortiums Board of Directors is composed of the chief
executive officers of its member institutions. Currently serving on
the board in addition to Dr. Pastides are: Dr. James B. Clements,
president of Clemson University; Dr. David A. DeCenzo, president
of Coastal Carolina University; Glenn F. McConnell, president of
College of Charleston; Dr. David J. Cole, president of Medical
University of South Carolina; Col. Alvin A. Taylor, director of S.C.
Department of Natural Resources; James E. Clark, president of
S.C. State University; and Lt. General John W. Rosa, president
of The Citadel.
We now
build
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ONGOING
Mondays
WHAT: Memoir Writing Circle
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Come and share
your stories. 843.883.3914.
Tuesdays
WHAT: Toddler Storytime
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 I'on Avenue
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Join Mrs. Marie for
stories and songs. 843.883.3914.
WHAT: Team Trivia
WHERE: Home Team BBQ,
Sullivan's Island
WHEN: 8 to 10 p.m.
MORE INFO: info@hometeambbq.
com
Wednesdays
WHAT: Beach and Shag Party
WHEN: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Windjammer, Front
Beach, Isle of Palms
MORE INFO: The Windjammer is
now the host of the East Cooper
Shag Clubs Beach and Shag
Party with DJ Jim Bowers every
Wednesday. Free Admission.
Come kick off your shoes and get
some sand between your toes.
Thursdays
WHAT: Mah Jongg Nights
(adults)
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue
WHEN:10:30 a.m.
WHEN: 5:30 to 8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Learn to play
American Mah Jongg. Join us
for a couple rounds or the whole
evening. 843.883.3914.
Fridays
WHAT: Open House Steak Night
WHERE: VFW Post 3137
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Open House Steak
Night every Friday, 6 p.m. Claim
your steak (we only do 30 each
week), season to your liking, then
you have until 8 p.m. to cook it
yourself on Ocean Deck grills.
Choice Ribeye, Baked Potato &
Salad, $15.
Saturdays
WHAT: Harry Potter VIII Read-
Aloud Series (Teens and Adults)
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue
WHEN: 12:30 p.m. Jan. 7, 14, 21,
and 28
MORE INFO: Join us as we revisit
Harrys exciting and dramatic
wizarding world! We will read one
act per Saturday in January. Call
for details and to reserve your
copy, and start rehearsing today.
843.883.3914.
Saturday, January 21
WHAT: Mitten Crazy (Children)
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue
MORE INFO: Make a cheerful
mitten garland to decorate your
room. 843.883.3914.
WHAT: Beach Lovers Book Club
(adults)
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Come for a lively
discussion of The Last Midwifeby
Sandra Dallas. Light refreshments
will be served. 843.883.3914.
Monday, January 23
WHAT: Charleston Music Clubs
Presentation of Good Foot
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: the Chapel at Franke
Seaside, 1885 Rifle Range Rd.
MORE INFO: Followed by
refreshments. Susan Conant,
Karin McQuade, and Bart Saylor
present Celtic and folk favorites,
charlestonmusicclub.org.
WHAT: Moms' Afternoon Meet
and Greet
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue
WHEN: 1:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Stop by with your
little ones for playtime, coffee and
socializing. 843.883.3914.
Tuesday, January 24
WHAT: Tuesday Night Oysters
at the Windjammer
WHEN: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
WHERE: The Windjammer, Front
Beach, Isle of Palms
MORE INFO: Tuesdays Oyster
roast at the Windjammer is back
with $6 buckets. Free entry while
the Larry David Project will be
playing requests from 7 to 9 p.m.
Thursday, January 26
Is l a nd E y e C a l e nda r
MORE INFO: Known for United
Through It All Fame, Allens
showcase will feature some of
the Souths best musicians: Joe
Taylor, Woodie Lingle, Juke Joint
Johnny and of course, Mike Allen.
Americana music from his new
CD project Cardboard Castle,
his self-produced debut CD
Truth Rock Vol.1 . Tickets can
be purchased for $5 at the Music
Hall Box Office, 37 John Street,
you can also call: 843.853.2252.
WHAT: Caldecott/Newbery Ice
Cream Social
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue
WHEN: 2:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Celebrate the 2017
award books with us at the Poe
Library. Or call 843.883.3914.
WHAT: Mah Jongg Chinese New
Year Celebration
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue
WHEN: 5:30-8:00 p.m.
MORE INFO: Celebrate the Year
of the Rooster with a night of
American Mah Jongg. Beginners
and experienced players welcome.
Light refreshments will be served.
Reservations required. Call for
more details. 843.883.3914.
Friday, January 27
WHAT: Eddie Bush Performance
WHEN: 9 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Windjammer, Front
Beach, Isle of Palms
MORE INFO: Tickets will be
available at the door for $5. The
door opens at 9 p.m. and the
show will commence at 10 p.m.
For more information on the
event, the-windjammer.com.
Saturday, January 28
WHAT: Charlie Post Classic
15k and 5k
WHEN: 8:30 a.m.
WHERE: Sullivans Island Fish
Fry Shack, Middle St. &
Station 15
the memory of Dr. Charlie Post,
a well-known Charleston runner,
triathlete and family physician
who volunteered his time and
medical talents to the running
community. Registration will end
January 25. The races will also
have various award groups. For
more information: raceroster.com.
WHAT: Return of the MAC
Performance
WHEN: 9 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.
Where: The Windjammer, Front
Beach, Isle of Palms
MORE INFO: Tickets will be
available at the door for $5. The
doors will open at 9 p.m. and the
show will commence at 10 p.m.
From acoustic soul to funk to
rock, weve got a set list spanning
decades that will make any lucky
listener get up and dance. Or, just
sit back, relax, and enjoy some
musical intricacies. For more
information on the event, visit:
the-windjammer.com.
WHAT: Let it Snow (children)
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Make a snow globe
picture with finger paint.
Sunday, January 29
WHAT: 34th Lowcountry
Oyster Festival
WHEN:: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
WHERE: Boone Hall Plantation,
1235 Longpoint Rd, Mt. Pleasant
MORE INFO: The Lowcountry
Oyster Festival is the worlds
largest oyster festival and has
been named one of the top
20 events in the southeast
by Southeastern Tourism
Society. Highlights include the
legendary Oyster Shucking
and Oyster Eating Contests,
live music on the main stage,
wine, a selection of domestic
and imported beers, a Childrens
Area and a Food Court
showcasing a variety of local
favorite restaurants to satisfy
February 12
charlestonrestaurantassociation.
com.
Saturday, February 4
WHAT: Charleston Music Club
Summer Scholarship Auditions
WHEN: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
WHERE: St. Philips Church
Ministries Hall, corner of Church
and Queen St.
MORE INFO: Application
deadline is January 28.
For more information,
rules, and an application
form:charlestonmusicclub.org.
WHAT: Growing Camellias
Workshop
WHEN: 1 p.m.
WHEN: Middleton Place Garden
Market and Nursery
MORE INFO: Master Gardener
and Middleton Place VP of
Horticulture, Sidney Frazier,
will lead a workshop discussing
growing camellias from
propagation. Workshop is free,
reservation are required. Call
843.556.6020 to reserve.
WHAT: SI Fire & Rescue
Oyster Roast
WHEN: 5-8 p.m.
WHERE: Fish Fry Shack,
Hennessy Street
Sunday, February 12
What: 5th Annual Oyster Roast
& Chili Cook-Off
WHEN: 2-5 p.m.
WHERE: Lowndes Grove
MORE INFO: A family-friendly
afternoon of all you can eat
oysters, amazing chili cook-off,
live music and open bar with
beer and wine. We will also have
hot dogs and other kid-friendly
food. Bring the whole family
and support Florence Crittenton
Programs mission to help young
women in need become self-
sufficient and successful. Visit
our website for more details:
florencecrittentonsc.org.

MORE INFO: The Charlie Post everyones taste. Gates open at

WHAT: Michael Allen & Friends
Live Showcase Concert
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Charleston Music
Hall
Classic 15K and 5k is the
signature running event of the
Charleston Running Club. Now
in its 34th year, this race honors
10:00 am and ends at 5:00 pm.
Rain or shine event. No pets or
coolers, please. Children ten and
under free with paying adult.

your island hair salon
843-883-9101
2205 Middle St, Sullivan's Island
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen
Specializing in local and
sustainable seafood. All Altantic
Ocean sourced Seafood. $$-$$$
886-FISH (3474)
31 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms
Banana Cabana
A casual menu suits its
beachfront setting. Nibbles like
peel and eat shrimp and nachos
alongside heartier platters of
seafood. $-$$
886-4361
www.thebananacabana.com
1130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
Beard Cats
Gelato made from locally sourced
ingredients, and coffee shop that
sits below Obstinate Daughter. $
416-5020
www.beardcatsweetshop.com
2063 Middle St, Sullivans Island
Ben & Jerrys
Enjoy an array of ice cream
flavors, from Chocolate Therapy,
to Peach Cobbler on Isle of Palms
Front Beach. $
886-6314
www.benandjerrys.com
1009 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
The Boathouse
Fresh, local seafood, and
phenomenal sunset views from
the upper deck on Breach Inlet.
$$-$$$
886.8000
www.boathouserestaurants.com
101 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Coconut Joes &
Island Joes Coffee
Spectacular views of the Atlantic
on the rooftop bar and live music
every night during the summer.
$-$$. Island Joes next door
featuring coffee and ice cream. $
886-0046
www.coconutjoes.biz
1120 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
The Co-Op
A gourmet deli specializing in
breakfast and lunch sandwiches
as well as local coffee. Enjoy
pantry staples including beer
and wine along with locally made
products and house made take
and go meals. Open 7 days a
week. Delivery available. $
882-8088
www.thecoopsi.com
off-island eats
Bacco
Regional Italian restaurant
featuring fresh pastas, fior di latte
mozzarella and Neapolitan style
pizzas from the wood burning oven.
$$$
843.884.6969
www.baccocharleston.com
976 Houston Northcutt Blvd., Mt.
Pleasant
Bistro Toulouse
Classic French cuisine, fine wines
and creative cocktails. Menu
highlights include Crepes, Mussels,
Cassoulet, Bouillabaisse, Cheese
& Charcuterie and house made
Desserts. $$$
843.216.3434
www.bistrotoulouse.com
1220 Ben Sawyer Blvd,
Mt. Pleasant
island eats
2019 Middle St, Sullivan's Island
The Dinghy
Laid back Key West Vibe, great
food options, unique beers on
tap, spacious side porch, and live
music. $-$$
242-8310
www.dinghyiop.com
8 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms
Dunleavys Irish Pub
The islands only Irish Pub.
Famous burgers, Irish fare,
favorite locals hangout for over
20 years. $$
883-9646
www.dunleavysonsullivans.com
2213 Middle St, Sullivans Island
High Thyme
A small island bistro, with a wide
range of dishes, from seafood,
tapas on Tuesday, and a Sunday
brunch. $$-$$$
883-3536
www.highthymecuisine.com
2213 Middle St, Sullivans Island
Home Team BBQ
Not limited to barbeque, this
casual eatery also serves salads,
wraps, tacos, and quesadillas,
Sunday Brunch. $$
883-3131
www.teamteambbq.com
2209 Middle St, Sullivans Island
Island Ice Frozen Yogurt
All organic frozen yogurt, with
gluten free and vegan options.
Toppings are all natural or
organic. Local coffee and teas. $
885-7079
www.islandiceyogurt.com
1515 C Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Long Island Caf
Come in for lunch, dinner,
or Sunday brunch and enjoy
all your favorite seafood, plus
so much more at this island
favorite. $$-$$$
886-8809
www.longislandcafesc.com
1515-A Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Morgan Creek Grill
Relax with a front row seat on
the Intracoastal Waterway while
enjoying fresh seafood and
southern hospitality. $$
886-8980
www.morgancreekgrill.com
8040 1st Ave, Isle of Palms
Eggs Up Grill
Relaxed chain serving a menu of
breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in
a colorful setting. $-$$
388-3654
www.eggsupgrill.com
2664 Highway 17 North,
Mt. Pleasant
Sawyers
True to the low country, Sawyer's
On The Boulevard is surrounded
by beautiful Oak trees and done in
reclaimed wood on the inside with
copper tiles topping the bar area.
Local fresh shrimp and fish tacos
are a favorite here as well as some
of Charleston's best music 5 nights
a week. $$
843.388.5270
www.sawyersotb.com
1528 Ben Sawyer Blvd,
Mt. Pleasant
www.islandeyenews.com
The Obstinate Daughter
Restaurant serving contemporary
Southern cuisine, pizza & pasta
in a rustic, coastal-inspired
space.
$$-$$$
416-5020
www.theobstinatedaughter.com
2063 Middle St, Isle of Palms
Pizza Hut
Now serving Isle of Palms in the
Harris Teeter shopping center.
Deliver right to your door or get
carryout. $
886-5759
www.order.pizzahut.com
1515 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Poes Tavern
Famous for their gourmet
burgers and chicken sandwiches,
this Poe-inspired eatery also
features great deals on fresh fish
tacos. $$
883-0083
www.longislandcafesc.com
2210 Middle St, Sullivans Island
Refuge
Enjoy morning coffee with fresh
bagels and pastries from the
coffee bar and dinner or lunch
at the restaurant along with
signature cocktails.
www.therefugeiop.com
1517 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms
Saltworks Dockside Deli
Located inside the Isle of Palms
Marina Market, come enjoy
breakfast, smoothies, and
sandwiches. $-$$
883-3355
www.saltworkscc.com
50 41st Ave, Isle of Palms
Sullivans
Grab a casual dinner of fried
flounder or crab cakes in a cozy
atmosphere as well as lunch on
the weekends. $$
883-3222
www.saltstation22.com
2019 Middle St, Sullivans Island
Windjammer
Lively spot with a bar menu,
a deck overlooking the water,
and beach volleyball court out
back.$-$$
886-8596
www.the-windjammer.com
1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
Stacks Coastal Kitchen
Join us for lunch, where we
offer fresh soup, salads, and
sandwiches. Enjoy dinner in a
casual bistro-style setting, nice
selection and outdoor seating. $$
388-6968
www.stackscoastalkitchen.com
1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd,
Mt. Pleasant
The Wine Bar
Wine, unique variety of 40 +
cheeses and charcuterie meats
from around the world., chocolate,
bon-bons. $$
849-5185
www.thewinebarmtp.com
664 Long Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant
January 20, 2017 19
FINANCIAL FOCUS
What should you know about taking RMDs?
BY DIMI MATOUCHEV
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

A
s we get older, the end
of another year takes on
greater meaning, in many
ways, than it did when we were
young. And if youre a certain
age, December 31 has a very
specific meaning in terms of
your finances, because its the
deadline for withdrawing money
from some of your retirement
plans. What should you know
about these withdrawals? And
how much control over them do
you have?
Heres the picture, in a nutshell:
Once you turn 70, you generally
need to start taking withdrawals
the technical term is required
minimum distributions, or
RMDs from your traditional
IRA and your 401(k) or similar
plan, such as a 403(b) plan (for
employees of public schools,
religious institutions and other
tax-exempt organizations) or
457(b) plan (for employees of
state and local governments and
governmental agencies). After the
first year in which you take these
RMDs, you must take them by
the end of each year thereafter.
If you dont withdraw at least the
minimum amount (calculated
based on your age, account
balance and other factors) you
face a penalty of 50 percent of
what you should have taken out
a potential loss of thousands of
dollars.
So, heres priority number one:
Take your RMDs before the end
of the year. The financial services
provider who administers your
IRA or 401(k) can help you
determine the amount you must
withdraw.
However, after that point, its
your decision as to whether you
want to exceed the minimum.
Of course, you may need to take
more out to meet your living
expenses. But if you have enough
additional income from other
sources such as Social Security
and interest and dividend
payments from investments held
outside your retirement accounts
you may be able to stick with
the minimum withdrawals. And
this could prove to be beneficial,
because you obviously want
your retirement accounts to last
your IRA.)
as long as possible, considering
you might spend two or even
three decades as a retiree.
Another reason not to take
more than you need from your
retirement accounts is that these
withdrawals are typically taxable
so the less you take out, the
lower your tax bill.
You can also potentially lower
your tax burden arising from
RMDs by being generous. If you
take money from your IRA and
donate it to a qualified charity
(one that has received tax-
exempt status from the IRS),
you can exclude the withdrawal
from your adjusted gross income
and count the donation against
your taxable RMDs. Suppose,
for example, your RMD for 2016
is $5,500. If you take $5,000
from your IRA and donate it to
a qualified charity, your taxable
RMD obligation will be reduced
to just $500. If you were to take
another $500 from your IRA, you
would satisfy your entire RMD
for the year. (Consult with your
tax advisor to make sure youre
following the rules governing
these charitable donations from
You worked many years to
build your retirement accounts.
So when its time to tap into
them, make the right moves and
do whatever it takes to maximize
the benefits you get from your
required minimum distributions.
This article was written by
Edward Jones for use by your
local Edward Jones Financial
Advisor. Edward Jones, its
employees and financial advisors
cannot provide tax or legal advice.
You should consult your attorney
or qualified tax advisor regarding
your situation.

Breac h Inlet Tide Char t

Date High Tide Low Tide
Jan 20 1:46am/1:49pm 7:48am/8:00pm
Jan 21 2:41am/2:43pm 8:45am/8:52pm
Jan 22 3:35am/3:37pm 9:41am/9:43pm
Jan 23 4:27am/4:29pm 10:33am/10:33pm
Jan 24 5:16am/5:19pm 11:20am/11:19pm
Jan 25 6:02am/6:05pm 12:05 PM
Jan 26 6:46am/6:49pm 12:03am/12:47pm
Jan 27 7:26am/7:29pm 12:46am/1:27pm
Jan 28 8:05am/8:08pm 1:27am/2:07pm
Jan 29 8:42am/8:48pm 2:09am/2:47pm
Jan 30 9:19am/9:29pm 2:52am/3:28pm
Jan 31 9:59am/10:13pm 3:37am/4:11pm
Feb 1 10:43am/11:03pm 4:26am/4:57pm
Feb 2 11:33am/11:59pm 5:20am/5:48pm

Hurricanes, storms etc., are NOT included in the

predictions. Tidal current direction changes and tide time
predictions can be very different. Tide predictions are
PREDICTIONS; they can be wrong so use common sense.

Source: www.saltwatertides.com

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