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BY MIMI WOOD
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
“
ouisa was about 6 or 7,” recalls
Sullivan’s Islander Hal Currey
of his granddaughter, Louisa
Ballou. “I had a gym set up in my
basement. Along with it, I had a logbook,
to keep track of my workouts. Eventually,
I abandoned it all, and joined a real gym.
Years later I came across that little book,
and do you know what I found? Fashion
drawings Louisa had made,” he marvels.
“That young, she knew exactly what she
wanted to do.”
A recent graduate of Central Saint
Martins in London with a BA in Fashion
Design, Ballou’s swimwear collection,
Sex Wax, was featured in the January
16 issue of Vogue Italia. That’s a pr-r-e-
e-tty big deal.
Graduating from Central Saint
Martins is no small feat in and of itself.
CSM, affiliated with University of the
Arts London, is ranked as the number
one fashion school globally. Notable
alumni (in addition to Ballou) include
Alexander McQueen, Mark Jacobs and
Stella McCartney. Ballou “read their bios
in middle school, and CSM became the
Sullivan’s Island Mayor “Pat in the Hat” O’Neil reads to kids at the
Poe Library. PHOTO BY STEVE ROSAMILIA
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only game in town. My mother made me
apply to Parsons (in NYC) as a backup,
but that was never an option for me.”
Her fervor for fashion exploded upon
entering Charleston County’s School of
the Arts in sixth grade. She credits her
visual arts teacher, Ms. Nichols, as a
huge influence, helping Ballou routinely
access the school’s costume shop outside
the hours normally allotted for individual
students. Additionally, “she encouraged
my drawing skills, particularly figure
drawing, which was key to my portfolio.”
The second of three children in her
family, Ballou is no Jan Brady, shattering
the stereotype of an overlooked middle
child. Yet she is unassuming and
humble, parrying credit for her amazing
accomplishments to many. Her parents,
Nancy Currey and Pete Ballou, “were
always supportive of my interests,
buying me my first sewing machine
around third grade. They always
allowed me freedom of expression.”
Her grandparents, Peggy Schachte and
Designer continues on page 17
Louisa Ballou at her studio. PHOTO BY STEVE ROSAMILIA
M AY O R H E L P S C E L E B R AT E
READ ACROSS AMERICA
BY DELORES SCHWEITZER
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
T
he Edgar Allan Poe Branch Library celebrated Read Across
America with a visit from Sullivan's Island Mayor "Pat in
the Hat" O'Neil on Friday, March 2.  Children from Miss
Aimee's and Holy Cross preschools joined other families from the
community to listen to the stories of Theodore Geisel, known to the
world as the beloved Dr. Seuss.  Read Across America celebrates
Dr. Seuss' birthday each year with storytimes in schools and
libraries all across the country.  This is Mayor O'Neil's third year
participating in the national event, celebrated at the Poe Library.
HISTORY BEACH FEST
HUNT SUCCESS
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Sullivan’s Island Mayor’s Message
Dear Island Neighbors,
Hopefully it won’t be madness, but March has a number of events for
the island that are well worth noting.
ANOTHER LOOK AT OUR FASCINATING PAST
The March program by the Battery Gadsden Cultural Center will
continue their great record of intriguing looks into our unique past.
This one will be on Thursday, March 15 at 6 p.m. at the Fort Moultrie
Visitors’ Center. Islander Scott Bluestein, Esq., is a long-time practitioner
of admiralty and marine law. He will present “Slave Ships, Property,
Pirates: Charleston’s Maritime Law,” which promises to be a very
informative and interesting tour of the ways that maritime law and legal
matters have influenced the history of our seaport community since the
early 1700s. Full event information at bit.ly/BGCC_03152018.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY EVENTS
This year, happily, Saint Patrick’s Day, March 17, occurs on a
Saturday, so we can celebrate the occasion on its actual date.
It’s a special day for us on the Island, and not just because the Saint
had such a great name. Recall that the eponym of our special place was
Florence O’Sullivan, an Irish soldier of fortune dispatched to the Island
to warn Charleston of any troubling arriving ships, and that the Island
has had a tradition ever since then of welcoming immigrants from Eire.
We’ll have two separate events on the day:
St. Patrick’s Day Family Party in Park
This family-friendly event takes place in J. Marshall Stith Park from
10 a.m. until noon, sponsored by the Town of Sullivan’s Island. There
will be live entertainment at the bandstand, including Celtic music by
Hazel Ketchum and a magic show by No Sleeves. There’ll also be face
painting, balloon artists and treats. Parking available behind Town Hall.
We want this to be a child-friendly event, so no animals or alcohol
are permitted in the park, and all children must be accompanied by an
adult. Full event information online at bit.ly/2018STPATTY.
And for the grownups as well as the kiddos
We’ll have the traditional celebration in the commercial district.
From 10 a.m. until a bit before dusk, there will be outside food and
beverage service at most of the establishments (Dunleavy’s, 450 Pizza,
Home Team, Mex 1 and Poe’s). Station 22 ½ between Middle and I’on
(alongside Dunleavy’s) will be closed during this time. Middle St. will
remain open to traffic. No coolers or pets, please.
AND ON ST. PADDY’S DAY, DON’T EVEN THINK ABOUT “I’M
LOOKING OVER…”
Of course, everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, but please allow me
to mention a pet peeve that annually gets me shaking my shillelagh:
The symbol of St. Patrick’s Day is the shamrock. The shamrock has
three petals or leaves, not four. The four-leaf clover is often associated
with St. Patrick’s Day, but that’s malarkey.
The four-leaf clover may represent good luck, but despite the “Luck
O’ The Irish” tradition, that four-leafed thing has nothing to do with St.
Patrick’s Day or Ireland. Here's an explanation: bit.ly/Shamrocks2018.
So if you see a four-leafed clover growing wild, feel as lucky as you
wish. Just don’t think it has anything to do with St. Patrick’s Day.
WELCOME BACK TO THE FARMERS’ MARKET
Our hugely popular Farmers’ Market will launch its third season on
Thursday, April 12, 2:30 – 6:30 p.m.  The location will be the same: 1921
I’on Ave., outside Battery Gadsden (Poe Library and Battery Gadsden
Cultural Center, in front of the school).
The season for the Market runs through June 28. For updates,
please go to bit.ly/SIFARMERMARKET . Since it began, the Market has
quickly become a highly valued tradition for community gathering. It is
the only activity sponsored by the Town for which the only complaint I
have heard has been: “Why don’t we have more of it?”
There are a number of reasons why we have limited the season to
2.5 months, including the facts that the attendance drops off once the
school’s summer vacation ends the after-school pickup rush, the heat
gets worse as the summer progresses, and a longer season would strain
our paid and volunteer Town resources. In that regard, I would like
to give a shout-out to Lisa Darrow, who already wears a number of
hats in our Administration Department and who, when we started the
Market, was “awarded” the additional responsibility of Market Manager,
which takes more time than you might think. Also, the members of
Town Council’s Recreation Committee are typically on site, every day
the market is open. Having said all this, please feel free to let me know
your thoughts about the length of this great community event’s season
and any suggestions you may have.
See you around the Island!
Pat O’Neil , Mayor
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F
ollowing the invocation and
Pledge of Allegiance at the
regularly scheduled meeting
of the Isle of Palms City Council,
Mayor Carroll asked for any
citizen’s comments. Ed Gwilt of 4
25th Ave. has been trying to build
a new home on his lot for months
Steven Traynum of Coastal
Science & Engineering updated
the council on the progress of the
beach re-nourishment project. To
date, approximately one million
cubic yards of sand have been
distributed on the beach so far,
and the project should wrap up
many residents. She added that
the IOP Fire Department will soon
need to replace its ladder truck,
something that was not budgeted
for this year. 
Smith also provided an update Lynn Pierotti
on the coyote issue, agreeing that lynn@luckydognews.com
the coyotes are too comfortable publisher

now. When he began taking the
necessary steps with the Water
& Sewer Department to obtain
approval for his building permit,
the instructions he received on
how to achieve his goal changed
numerous times. Despite doing all
that was asked and trying to pay
the necessary fees, he still has no
building permit. While Mr. Gwilt
understands that the city does
not have authority over the Water
& Sewer Department, he believes
that the two need to work more
closely together because it’s very
soon. City Council is still waiting
on FEMA approval for extra funds
that would allow for more sand on
the beach, but the window for that
opportunity has almost passed.
City Administrator Linda Tucker
thanked the Isle of Palms Police
Department for making sure that
curious people are not allowed too
close to the work site.  more aggressive approach in
Councilmember Jimmy Ward
reviewed the recent Ways &
Means Committee meeting, noting
that some discussion took place
about the possibility of charging
on the island. She added that Katy Calloway
an expert on the subject has katy@luckydognews.com
suggested conducting studies managing editor
to determine the minimum
number of coyotes on the island. Jennifer Tuohy
Councilmember Randy Bell jennifer@luckydognews.com
expressed his own frustrations contributing editor
with the trapping efforts and
thinks the city needs to take a Swan Richards
senior graphic designer
dealing with the growing coyote Alejandro Ferreyros
population, even if that means graphic designer
utilizing professional hunters.
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our way out of this,” Bell said.  advertising executive

difficult to accomplish anything.  for parking along Palm Blvd. Councilmember Ted Kinghorn Christian LeBlanc
“All we want to do is build our A motion was made to purchase reviewed the Public Works christian@luckydognews.com
house,” Gwilt said.  new Ford Interceptors for the committee meeting, offering social media
Joe Settimio of 45th Ave. police department from Benson some updates about the drainage
complained to the council about Ford Nissan, a cost the city had issues on 32nd Ave. Jurisdiction Steve Rosamilia
off-island dogs. He says he budgeted for. The other main item of the area has been debated, but photographer
recently visited the island dog that the committee reviewed was it has now been determined that
park and was bitten by a dog that the agreement with the Palms Corps of Engineers does not have Emma Woodham
he believes belonged to a non- Hotel to allow its guests to park jurisdiction, so the committee will staff writer

island resident. Settimio would in the Municipal Parking Lot. continue to investigate. The Phase
like to see the city require dog Ward believes a few more tweaks II Drainage Project is moving along, Mimi Wood
licenses that non-island residents to the contract are still needed. despite some complications, contributor

are required to purchase. He
would also like to see aggressive
dogs prevented from visiting the
beaches and the local dog park.  contract if the lot was needed
Coyote issues were the biggest
concern for Patricia Ryan, a
resident of Forest Trail Court 1.
Ryan feels that the council is not
doing enough to rid the island of
coyotes. She pointed out that so
far, trapping the animals hasn’t
been very successful, and she
believes that the problem has
gotten so bad that her small dogs
are basically coyote bait. She
believes the animals must be
exterminated and quickly.  construction noise that is affecting
Councilmember Kinghorn asked
what provisions had been made
to allow the city to cancel the
unexpectedly. The City Attorney
noted that the contract was for
one-year but could be canceled
with sixty days’ notice. A motion
was made, and the contract was
approved.  recommended abandoning the
Councilmember Susan Hill
Smith reported on the February
meeting of the Public Safety
Committee. Changes to city
ordinances regarding noise were
discussed, particularly that of
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and should be done sometime
in June.  The Public Works •
committee has also reviewed the
scope of their duties and decided CONTRIBUTORS
that it is in need of a name Delores Schweitzer
change. If passed, the committee Jessica Willis
would be called Environmental, Gregg Bragg
Public Works, and Infrastructure Katherine Saenger
Committee. The committee also Arielle Alpino
Erin Weeks
Dimi Matouchev
twenty-foot drainage easement Jessica Willis
over property owned by Lowe Wild
Dunes Investors, and the motion •
passed unanimously. 
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Council continues from page 3
Councilmember Ryan
Buckhannon, Chairman of the
Recreation Committee, noted
that the city’s Easter Egg Hunt
will be on Saturday, March 31
and that discussion about the
2018 Farmers Market is currently
underway.
For the Personnel Committee,
Administrator Tucker noted
that the fire department will
soon have a vacancy and that
the city is working on refining
the Education Reimbursement
Program, which provides city
employees in good standing
with means to achieve higher
education. Tucker reported on
the Real Property meeting, stating
that Tidalwave Watersports’
Safety Handbook was adopted
by the Watersports Industry
Association of America and
Lloyds of London as guidelines for
water safety training worldwide,
an accomplishment of which
the city should be proud. Also,
Michael Fiem’s idea of creating
an IOP Adventures where tourists
could book different activities at
a location on Front Beach and
potentially be shuttled from there
to Tidalwave or other locations
really isn’t feasible for the 2018
season. City codes would need to
be changed, and the committee
doesn’t believe it’s possible to get
the necessary changes sorted out
before tourist season kicks off.  Committee, suggested that this
Following the committee
reports, Mayor Carroll presented
the second reading of Ordinances
2017-07, 2017-08, 2017-09, and
2017-10. These ordinances relate
to the elevation requirements for
residential and non-residential
construction and requiring new
construction or any residents
doing substantial improvements
to their homes to tie into the
public sewer line. Mayor Carroll
asked that the council defer
these readings until it can be
better educated on the issues.
Councilmember Sandy Ferencz
suggested a meeting between
the Water & Sewer Commission,
Planning Commission, and
City Council. Councilmember
Kinghorn requested that the
council not defer these items too
long. The motion to defer these
second readings was approved.  Rice stated that anytime the city
First reading, by title only,
of Ordinance 2018-02 was
presented to the council. This
amendment would chance the tile
of the Public Works Committee
to Environmental, Public Works,
and Infrastructure Committee.
Councilmember Ferencz did not
oppose changing the name of
the committee but felt council
should examine the scope of all
the different committees to see if
any of the others warranted name
changes and then pass all the
changes at once. Councilmember
Buckhannon agreed with her.
Councilmember Kinghorn,
Chairman of the Public Works
first name change act as a model
for the rest, but the council voted
to defer this until a more thorough
examination of all the committees
and what they oversee could be
conducted.
The last order of business that
Mayor Carroll presented was the
Charleston County Transportation
Sales Tax grant award. In 2017,
funds were allocated to the city
of Isle of Palms for the purpose
of constructing a sidewalk on
the western side of 28th Ave.
The plan would connect the Rec
Center sidewalk to the Palm Blvd.
sidewalk. Mayor Carroll says he
does not see the need for that
sidewalk and made a motion
that the city should not use the
funds awarded by Charleston
County. Councilmember Carol
can add sidewalks, particularly
on 28th Ave. where many people
walk back and forth, it should.
Administrator Tucker added that
if the city does not use the funds,
the rejection has the potential
to affect any future awards from
Charleston County.  that she recently attended the
Councilmember Kinghorn
called on Chief of Police Thomas
Buckhannon, asking if additional
sidewalks on the island is
beneficial for safety. Chief
Buckhannon briefly stated that
anytime recreation is occurring,
having a sidewalk to channel
that recreation along is preferred.
Secondly, Councilmember
Kinghorn called on the director of
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the Rec Center, Norma Jean Page,
to ask if she thought a sidewalk
on 28th Ave. will be beneficial.
“Do you think that having a
sidewalk in the location that was
applied for, approved by council,
and about to begin construction
going to the Rec Center is a good
thing for families, children, and
seniors?” Kinghorn asked.
Page told council that in the
summertime, Rec Center staff
members often walk down 28th
Ave. with summer campers.
Usually they walk on the street,
but Page said if a sidewalk was
available, staff would certainly
utilize it. 
Mayor Carroll stated that
he spoke to a member of the
Charleston County council
members who stated that Isle of
Palms would not be penalized
if the city didn’t use the funds.
A vote was called for, and the
motion to cancel the 28th Ave.
sidewalk project was defeated.
Mayor Carroll was the sole voter in
support of canceling the project. 
Councilmember Smith stated
Moultrie District 2 School Board
meeting where some possible
district changes that would
potentially affect island residents
were discussed. More information
about that will be forthcoming. 
The next meeting of the IOP
City Council will be on Tuesday,
March 27 at 6 p.m. 

WDMGA seeks
sponsorship for
annual event
P R O S TAT E C A N C E R C H A R I T Y G O L F
E V E N T & A U C T I O N M AY 1 3

STAFF REPORT
THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

T
he Wild Dunes Club Men’s Golf Association is
sponsoring a Charity Golf Outing, Auction and
Dinner on May 13. They are seeking business
and individual sponsors to help with fundraising
efforts.
In the last four years WDMGA has donated
over $100,000 to the Prostate Cancer Foundation
through the generous contributions and donations
from businesses and individuals in the Lowcountry.
Again this year, it is seeking community support.
The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) is firmly
committed to curing prostate cancer and is the leading
organization funding prostate cancer research globally.
Through the Foundation’s generous donors the PCF
has funded more than 2,000 programs at more than
200 research centers in 18 countries. Close to home,
MUSC currently has a $500,000 grant to conduct
tests on a new antibody created by MUSC researchers,
including Dr. Michael Lilly, who treats several Wild
Dunes members.
For information on how to contribute email Gary
Lauderdale at gdlwd30@gmail.com.

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Sullivan’s neighbors Give Back and Give Hope

Kat
Kenyon
C H U R C H E S C O L L A B O R AT E F O R F O O D D R I V E

BY JESSICA WILLIS
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
retires
O
n Feb. 24, members of two local churches, the Church of the Holy
Cross and Sullivan’s Island Baptist, came together on a beautiful
Saturday morning to invite their neighbors to “give back and give
hope.” Station by Station, they visited nearly every home on Sullivan’s
after 13
years
Island with grocery bags and an invitation to participate in the food drive.
Over the next week, the people of Sullivan’s Island responded generously.
Two hundred and eighty five bags of food donations were collected and Kat Kenyon holds the business license for Lucky
church buildings were flooded with the inventory. Dog Publishing, on March 2, her last day in the
The food drive came out of an ongoing partnership between Church of SI Business License and Building Permit office.
the Holy Cross and Sullivan’s Island Baptist. Both church communities
recognize that even as many of us face few daily needs, there are those
nearby who do face hunger and financial need.
“Pastor Steve Little and I were sitting around one day talking about
the needs in our area and recognized that many in our churches and our
community had the ability to help others and to give hope,” said Trevor
Spencer, Executive Pastor at Church of the Holy Cross. “And we thought
our neighbors would want to participate in blessing those in need, too.”
East Cooper Community Outreach is a community organization that
serves many types of needs for those who live and work in the East
Cooper region. They serve individuals and families with a range of services
including food, clothing, emergency financial assistance, medical care,
counseling, educational opportunities, job preparedness, along with many
other community services. More information about ECCO can be found at
ECCOCharleston.org.
Holy Cross and Sullivan’s Island Baptist wish to thank all their neighbors
on Sullivan’s Island who joined in serving the poor and hungry in the East
Cooper area. Residents gave generously and because of that many families
will have food to sustain them. Both parishes believe there is still much
more to do and they look forward to partnering together again to serve
others, to give back and to give hope. Katherine A. Kenyon served the Town of Sullivan’s Island as its Business License and
285 bags of food were collected from Sullivan’s Island residents for the East
Building Permit Clerk from Oct. 11, 2004 to March 2, 2018.
Volunteers from two local churches went door-to-door collecting food donations. Cooper Community Outreach. PHOTO BY ELLEN MILLER
PHOTOS PROVIDED
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Historic Hunt
B AT T E R Y G A D S D E N S P O N S O R S
FA M I LY E V E N T

STAFF REPORT
THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

H
ow well do you and your family know the history of Sullivan’s
Island? Are you up for a little challenge on Saturday morning,
April 14, 9 a.m. – noon?
Battery Gadsden is sponsoring the first annual island-wide History
Hunt. How was the island discovered? Who were the first settlers
and where can we find proof of their existence today? What mysteries
remain unsolved?
Registration for this family friendly event starts at 9 a.m. at Battery
Gadsden Cultural Center (Next to Poe Library). The sooner you
register the more time you will have to figure out the clues before the
hunt begins precisely at 10 a.m., rain or shine. You will be given a
map, instructions, and clues. Enjoy Dunkin Donuts as you plan your
strategy. You must unlock the mysteries of the clues in order to find
the 30 historic treasures. It is up to you to decipher each clue to find
the answer. The team that finds the most treasures wins the hunt.
Prizes will be given to the first team that finds each clue and a
trophy will be awarded to the team that finds the most. The hunt will
end exactly at noon. A pizza party, sponsored by 450 Pizza Joint will
be held immediately after to reward all participants. Only golf carts
and bikes are acceptable modes of transportation during the hunt.
Make sure you bring your cell phone to document your findings.

RULES:
• Stay off all private property.
• You must obey all traffic laws.
• Automobiles are not allowed during the hunt.
• All teams must be back at Battery Gadsden by noon exactly
or be disqualified from the grand prize.
• Participants cannot share clue information or treasure
locations with other teams.
• All pictures of the treasure locations must be taken by one
team member and saved on the same phone.
• No sharing of photos.
• All participants over the age of 18 must sign a disclaimer.

CLUE #1
Danger
posted where
islands
breach.
Treacherous
waters
meet this
northeast
beach.

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At the Rec... 843.886.8294 iop.net

THE MONTHLY KEENAGER MEETING
March 7 SAVE THE DATE:
YARD SALE 
Saturday, April 14
8 a.m. – Noon
Call and reserve your spot to sell
and mark your calendar for a
morning of shopping with your
neighbors.

EASTER EGG HUNT ON IOP

O
n Saturday, March 31 at 10 a.m. sharp the Isle of Palms
Recreation Department will host its annual Easter Egg
Hunt. Children ages 12 and under are invited to participate
in this eggs-citing morning of Easter egg fun. This free event will
be held at the IOP Rec grounds, located at #24 28th Ave., and will
be sectioned off into four different age groups for the hunt. Age
groups will include 3 and under, 4-6 years, 7-9 years, and 10-12
years. Each participant will receive a bag of Easter candy for their
efforts. The Easter Bunny will be in attendance for pictures with
the children. Children will also be able to enjoy jump castles, sno-
cones, cotton candy, ice cream, and face painting. In the event of
inclement weather, all festivities will be moved to the gym in the
Recreation Center. Contact the Rec for more information.

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O
n Saturday, March 3 Isle of Palms hosted its annual
Front Beach Festival. The family friendly event
featured live music by The Tams and the Holiday
Band, as well as jugglers, facepainters, balloon artists
and local vendors and games. The weather cooperated for
another glorious party to celebrate the beach life.

Photos courtesy of IOP Rec Center

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Lowcountry native competes in Volvo Car Open
C
harleston native Shelby
Rogers will return to her
hometown to play in the
2018 Volvo Car Open. She joins
Caroline Garcia, Johanna Konta,
Sloane Stephens, Petra Kvitová,
Madison Keys, Daria Kasatkina
and CiCi Bellis in the field. The
Volvo Car Open will take place
March 31 - April 8 on Daniel
Island in Charleston, South
Carolina.
The 25-year-old Rogers grew
up in Charleston, where she
trained at the Family Circle
Tennis Center and participated
in the ball crew program for the
Volvo Car Open. A now infamous
photo features a seven-year-old
Rogers handing 2001 Charleston
champion Jennifer Capriati her
winning flowers as part of her
official ball crew duties.
In 2010, Rogers made her
debut in the Volvo Car Open
tournament when she competed
in its qualifying rounds. This
year will mark her tenth time
competing in front of her loyal,
hometown crowd.
“I feel so lucky to have the
opportunity to compete each
year in the Volvo Car Open,”
said Rogers. “The support I feel
from the fans is truly incredible.
I wouldn’t miss coming to
Charleston and playing in this
tournament for the world!”
The 2017 Volvo Car Open was
a ‘Cinderella moment’ for Rogers,
SHELBY ROGERS ENTERS FIELD
BY ARIELLE ALPINO
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
Shelby Rogers.
where she competed in four main
draw matches in the tournament
– three of which were decided in
three sets. It was the first time
Rogers reached the quarterfinals
in the tournament.
"We always enjoy having
Shelby return home to compete
in the Volvo Car Open," said
Eleanor Adams, Volvo Car Open
Tournament Manager. "We have
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had the joy of watching her grow
up on our courts, and develop into
a top player on the tour. After last
year's run into our quarterfinals,
we could feel the energy in the
stadium from Shelby's loving
Charleston fanbase, and look
forward to seeing the support
again in April."
This past season Rogers also
reached the quarterfinals in
March 16, 2018
Hobart and Strasbourg.
In August, Rogers defeated
Daria Gavrilova at the U.S. Open
in the longest women’s single
match in the tournament’s
history. The record-breaking
three hours and 33 minutes
featured a 90-minute final set.
The 9-day Volvo Car Open is
the largest women’s-only tennis
tournament in North America,
attracting an average of 90,000
attendees and more than 100
of the top singles and doubles
tennis players.
Tickets for the 2018 Volvo Car
Open are available now. Patrons
can choose from individual
tickets, ticket packages and travel
packages. Ticket prices range
from $25 for an individual session
to $525 for the all-inclusive
weeklong package. The Volvo
Car Open is providing six special
packages in 2018, each offering
more tennis at a greater value. In
addition, the PowerShares Series
returns to the Volvo Car Stadium
on April 7th. The men’s legends
event features Andy Roddick,
Mark Philippoussis, Tommy
Haas and one additional player
to be announced at a later date.
For more information on the
tournament and ticket options,
visit volvocaropen.com or call
800.677.2293.
March 16, 2018
Keep pets safe this spring
P
laying with and chewing
on the beautiful Easter
bouquet that just arrived is
all fun and games, until someone
gets sick, really, really sick.
As Easter traditions near,
Easter lilies (Lilium longiflorum)
and many other forms of lilies
will begin to appear in bouquets,
so this is a good time to spread
the word; flowers in the Lilium
family are extremely toxic to cats.
They are fairly non-toxic to dogs,
although they can cause some
stomach upset when munched
on by a canine, but only the
felines respond to these plants in
such a way as to result in acute
kidney failure.
If you have a cat, it is important
to know what kind of lilies you
have in and around your house.
Peace Lilies (Spathiphyllum),
Peruvian Lilies (Alstroemeria)
and Calla (Zantedeschia
aethiopica) Lilies are all benign.
Peruvian Lilies are very common
and often make up the bulk of a
“last minute” bouquet of flowers,
like the ones you can pick up
at the grocery or drug store. If a
cat chews on these, they might
vomit, like they would from any
non-toxic plant, but these lilies
do not have the toxin that causes
the kidney failure in cats.
All plants in the genus Lilium
and Hemerocallis (Day Lilies)
are toxic to cats. These include
Tiger (Lilium lancifolium), Easter
and Stargazer (Lilium orientalis)
Lilies. Every part of these plants
are toxic to the cat, even the vase
of water has enough toxin to
cause kidney failure.
Lily of the Valley is another can
of worms all together. Lilly of the
Valley (Convallaria majalis) is a
cardio-toxin so can cause serious
heart problems in BOTH dogs
and cats. It doesn’t bother the
kidneys.
If you are ordering flowers for
a friend or loved one who has
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Hal Currey were consistently
“encouraging and enthusiastic”
about all her endeavors.  IOP and Folly, coupled with the
Eleventh grade found Ballou
in Paris at a trade show with
her great-uncle, Robert Currey,
who founded what is now
Currey & Company, a wholesale
manufacturer of home furnishing
products, such as lighting fixtures
and furniture. “He always had an
interest in what I was doing,” she
explains. “It was on that trip that
he showed me how the fashion
world informs furniture, lighting,
and interiors.”
The source of inspiration for
Sex Wax, her first collection,
comes from “vivid memories of
AV O I D T O X I C F L O W E R S
BY KATHERINE SAENGER, DVM
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
Easter lilies cause kidney failure in cats.
a cat, please ask the florist to
avoid all “true lilies”. If you are a
florist, please ask the client if this
bouquet will be around cats. And,
if you receive a beautiful bouquet
of lilies, keep it far away from
your cat. My cats will chew on all
kinds of plants and flowers, and
they will go to great lengths to
reach them. If someone sends me
flowers, I immediately put them
on the outside patio table. They
are still easy to see and enjoy
from the kitchen windows, but
my cats are safe.
The first symptom that a cat
has eaten a lily is vomiting and
the cat may become dull and
lethargic, but by the time they
have these symptoms the kidney
failure has already started. It is
hard to reverse kidney failure
once it starts, so if you have seen
your cat chewing on your flowers,
immediately identify the flowers
with their scientific name. In the
world of Google, this is easy to
do. Your veterinarian can look
my friends and cousins” hanging
out on Sullivan’s, and surfing on
“brilliant colors and patterns”
that her mother Nancy embraced
throughout their home, and in
her garden.
“I realized how important my
connection to the coast was to
me,” Ballou reflects, ”when I
arrived to study in London. It’s
an integral part of my identity.”  projects, SCDNR staff will be
To see Ballou’s locally inspired
swimwear collection, Sex Wax,
google, vogue.it. Once on the
site, “cerca” (search, in the upper
right): baby it’s cold outside.
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up the scientific name and let
you know if any action needs to
be taken. If the scientific name
includes the word Lilium OR
Hemerocallis, your cat has just
ingested a very toxic substance
and even a tiny amount can have
SCDNR hosts
workshop March 20
B O AT I N G I N F R A S T R U C T U R E G R A N T
BY ERIN WEEKS
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
T
he South Carolina
Department of Natural
Resources in partnership
with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife
Service, administers the National
Boating Infrastructure Grant
Program (BIG) in South Carolina.
The BIG program provides
grant funding to construct,
renovate, and maintain tie-
up facilities with features for
transient boaters in vessels 26
feet or more in length. Examples
of eligible infrastructure that may
be funded include floating docks,
fixed piers, breakwaters, fueling
stations, and dockside utilities.
In an effort to educate and
inform potential grant recipients
on the goals of the program,
grantee eligibility, program
deadlines, and allowable
hosting a Boating Infrastructure
Grant Workshop on March 20
from 1- 4 p.m. The workshop will
be held at the SCDNR Marine
Center located at Ft. Johnson in
Charleston, South Carolina.
Although the workshop is free,
15
dire consequences. Get to the
veterinarian right away.
Your veterinarian will try
to decontaminate your cat by
inducing vomiting and then
giving activated charcoal, a black
substance that delays absorption
of the toxin from your cat’s
stomach. If there is pollen on the
face of fur, the cat will need to
be bathed to remove it before the
cat starts to groom it off. Fluid
therapy in the hospital with close
monitoring of kidney function will
be necessary. If the kidneys start
to fail, even despite aggressive
care, many of these cats die.
This is not a good way to
celebrate the season of warming
and re-birth, so stay vigilant
about plants in your home and
help spread the word about lilies.
For a complete list of plants
that are poisonous to both dogs
and cats, visit the ASPCA web
site at ASPCA.org/pet-care/
animal-poison-control/toxic-
and-non-toxic-plants/pet-care/
animal-poison-control/toxic-and-
non-toxic-plants.
This transient vessel is parked at a
facility that has benefited from Boating
Infrastructure Grant funds.
we ask that those interested
in attending please register to
help us anticipate the level of
attendance. 
Participants are asked to
review the published rules and
requirements of the program prior
to the workshop. Information can
be found at dnr.sc.gov/marine/
big/.
If you have any questions,
or would like to register
please contact Scott Meister at
843.953.9062 or MeisterS@dnr.
sc.gov.
PHOTO BY SCOTT MEISTER.
 March 16
ONGOING
Mondays
WHAT: Memoir Writing Circle  WHAT: Mah Jongg Nights
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 I’on 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: Enjoy picture
books, flannel board fun, sing-a-
longs, poetry and activities that
encourage language skills. (Ages
2-3 with adult) 843.883.3914.
Wednesdays
WHAT: Toddler Days
WHERE: Charleston Museum,
360 Meeting St.
WHEN: 10-11 a.m.
MORE INFO: Toddler Day classes
are designed for toddlers (18
months – 3 years) and a parent,
grandparent, or friend to play and
explore in The Charleston Museum.
With a focus on developing fine
motor skills, each program includes
four craft projects as well as
Thursdays
(adults)
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 I’on Avenue.
WHEN: 5:30-8:00 p.m.
MORE INFO: Learn to play the
fun and fast-paced game of
American Mah Jongg.  Beginners
welcome. 843.883.3914.
WHAT: Jazz Night
WHERE: The Refuge, IOP
WHEN: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: The Todd Beals Trio
hosts jazz every Thursday night.
Traditional swing tunes, ballads
and bossa novas. Singers & horn
players welcome. For info visit
CharlestonJazz.com.
Third Friday of the Month
WHAT: Homeschool History
Days
WHERE: Charleston Museum,
360 Meeting St.
WHEN: 10-11 a.m.
MORE INFO: A special program
for home schooling families.
These programs feature one of
our field trip classes, a chance
to go through the Museum,
and an activity. Free with paid
Friday, March 16
WHAT: Beach Lovers Book Club:
All the Gallant Men (adult)
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Come for a
discussion of Donald Stratton’s
powerful memoir “All the Gallant
Men: An American Sailor’s
Firsthand Account of Pearl
Harbor.” Light refreshments
provided. Call for details
843.883.3914.
Friday, March 16-18
WHAT: Annual Charleston
Antiques Show
WHERE: Gaillard Center
WHEN: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., 11 a.m.-5
p.m. Sunday
MORE INFO: Event showcases
English, European, and American
period furnishings, decorative
arts and fine art, architectural
elements, garden furniture,
vintage jewelry, and silver--all late
17th to 20th centuries. Tickets
$15. HistoricCharleston.org for
details.
Is l a nd E y e C a l e nda r
Saturday, March 17
WHAT: Beach Lovers Book Club:
All the Gallant Men (adult)
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Come for a
discussion of Donald Stratton’s
powerful memoir “All the Gallant
Men: An American Sailor’s
Firsthand Account of Pearl
Harbor.” Light refreshments
provided. Call for details
843.883.3914.
WHAT: Salt dough ornaments
(children)
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Learn to make
salt dough and sculpt colorful
ornaments. Call for details
843.883.3914.
Sunday, March 18
WHAT: Intro to Climbing
WHERE: James Island County Park
WHEN: 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.
MORE INFO: First time climbers
and people wanting to learn
more about getting started with
rock climbing. Pre-registration
required. Course # 55042. Age: 14
& up. Fee: $20/$16 Move IT! Pass
Holder. CharlestonCountyParks.
com to register.
Wednesday, March 21-23 Thursday, March 22
WHAT: 28th Annual Tea Room
WHERE: IPO Methodist Church
Hol y Week Worship Services
ON ISLE OF PALMS AND SULLIVAN’S ISLAND
First United Methodist Church
21st Ave. at Palm Blvd., IOP
843.886.6610
March 29, Maundy Thursday
Joint Service with Point Hope
UMC – 7 p.m.
Communion served
March 30, Good Friday
Stations of the Cross on the
Beach - noon
21st Avenue Beach Access
Prayer Vigil in the Sanctuary - 7 Waving of the Palms by the
a.m. - 3 p.m.
April 1 , Easter Sunday
Traditional Service in the
Sanctuary - 8:30 a.m. and 11
a.m.
Praise Service in the Fellowship
WHEN: 11:30a.m.-2 p.m.
MORE INFO: For more info
iopmethodist.com/facebook.com/
FUMCIOP. Take out orders call
843.886.6610.
WHAT: Creek Sweep for the Birds
WHERE: Shem Creek and
March 31, Saturday  WHERE: Charles Pinckney
Vigil – 8 p.m.
April 1, Easter Sunday
Services - 8, 9:30, & 11:30 a.m.
Latin Service – 5:30 p.m.
Sunrise Presbyterian Church
3222 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island
843.883.3888
March 25, Palm Sunday
Easter Egg Hunt - 10 a.m.
children as they lead the choir
into the Sanctuary - 11 a.m.
March 29, Maundy Thursday
Traditional foot washing
ceremony and Last Supper
remembrance – 7 p.m.
Bayview Creek
WHEN: 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Removing trash
using the SC Aquarium's new
data-collecting app Litter-free
Digital Jouranal to record the
types and amount collected. Meet
at Coastal Expeditions, 514 Mill
St., Mt. Pleasant. 843.884.7684
or email info@coastalexpeditions.
com to reserve space.
Saturday, March 24
WHAT: Women’s History Month
Program
National Historic Site
WHEN: 2 p.m.
MORE INFO: “Founding Planter:
One Pioneer's Vision to Sustain
the Wealth of the Carolina
Colony”, presented by the National
Park Service. Program will be
outdoors-weather permitting.
Seating is limited, bring chairs
or a blanket. A bottle of water,
sunscreen and insect repellant
are recommended. Facebook.com/
PinckneyNPS, NPS.gov/chpi or
call 843.881.5516 for info.
WHAT: Fun with invisible ink
(children)
March 25
WHAT: Sticks & String craft group
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: noon-1:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: This year, we
are creating colorful 1 ft x 1
ft squares to contribute to the
Enough Pie "Awakening: Motion"
Devine Center Mobility Sculptures
(awakeningmotion.org/projects/).
To participate, visit the branch or
call 843.883.3914.
WHAT: Harlem Globetrotters
WHERE: N Charleston Coliseum
WHEN: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
MORE INFO: The original Harlem
Globetrotters on their 90th
Anniversary World Tour. Tickets
start at $25. Purchase online
at TicketOffices.com/Harlem-
Globetrotters.
Saturday, March 24-25
WHAT: Pet Fest 2018
WHERE: Palmetto Islands County
Park, Mt. Pleasant
WHEN: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
MORE INFO: Two days of
exhibits, demonstrations, experts,
contests, entertainment, and
more. Annual Gold Passes will
be honored. For full schedule
visit CharlestonCountyParks.

28th Annual Tea Room

finger paints, a puppet stage, a
sandbox, and more. $6 Members/$9
Non-Members. To register visit
CharlestonMuseum.org.
WHERE: Poe Branch Library com. Discount admission of $5
admission. To register visit Hall - 9:15 a.m March 30, Good Friday WHEN: 10:30-11:30 a.m. per person with pet food item
CharlestonMuseum.org. First United Methodist Church Service of Shadows - 7 p.m. MORE INFO: Learn the art and donation.
April 1, Easter Sunday science of writing in invisible ink.

& Craft Boutique

Church of the Holy Cross Sunrise service at Breach Inlet Call for details 843.883.3914.
2520 Middle St, Sullivan's Island - 6:45 a.m., Celebration of the
843.883.3586 Resurrection - 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
March 29, Maundy Thursday
BY CAROL KING Traditional Church Bldg – 7 p.m. St. Mark’s Lutheran Church
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS March 30, Good Friday 300 Palm Blvd, IOP

S
Meditations in the Sullivan’s 843.886.8557
pring is here and it’s time for the Annual Tea Room, which will Island Historic Church Building
be held Wednesday, March 21 through Friday, March 23 at the March 25, Palm Sunday
- noon Holy Communion Celebration -
First United Methodist Church.. A delicious lunch is served from
11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. and features favorites such as black bean and okra April 1, Easter Sunday 10 a.m.
soups, shrimp and chicken salad plates, Greek salad plates, croissant Sunrise Service at Breach Inlet – March 29, Maundy Thursday
sandwiches: shrimp or chicken salad – served with our traditional 6:45 a.m. Last Supper – 6:30 p.m.
cheese straws. Desserts include: old fashioned strawberry shortcake, Traditional Service – 8 a.m. March 30, Good Friday
fudge brownie with whipped cream, berry-glazed cheesecake. All Contemporary Service – 9 a.m. Stations of the Cross - noon-3
items are homemade by volunteers and prepared fresh each day. Children's/Family Service (please p.m.
Additionally the Crafty Ladies Boutique will be open, featuring bring flowers for the flowering of
March 31, Easter Vigil Beach
many unusual items for the home as well as gifts. Lunch reservations the cross) – 9:30 a.m.
Processional, 3rd Ave. & Ocean
for groups are encouraged. Takeout orders are also accepted. Call Egg Hunt immediately following
Blvd. - 7 p.m.
843.886.6610 for reservations or takeout. the Children's/Family Service 
Traditional Service – 11 a.m. April 1, Easter Sunday
The Church is located at the corner of 21st Ave. and Palm Blvd., Easter morning brunch - 9 a.m.
Isle of Palms. Visit their website, IOPMethodist.com or facebook.com/ Stella Maris Catholic Church Holy Communion Celebration -
FUMCIOP for details. 1204 Middle St, Sullivan's Island 10:30 a.m.
843.883.3108

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. $-$$
886-4361
www.thebananacabana.com
1130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
Beard Cat’s
Gelato made from locally sourced
ingredients, and coffee shop that
sits below Obstinate Daughter. $
416-5020
www.beardcatsweetshop.com
2063 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Ben & Jerry’s
Enjoy an array of ice cream
flavors, from Chocolate Therapy,
to Peach Cobbler on Isle of Palms’
Front Beach. $
886-6314
www.benandjerrys.com
1009 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
The Boathouse
Fresh, local seafood, and
phenomenal sunset views from
the upper deck on Breach Inlet.
$$-$$$
886.8000
www.boathouserestaurants.com
101 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Coconut Joe’s &
Island Joe’s Coffee
Spectacular views of the Atlantic
on the rooftop bar and live music
every night during the summer.
$-$$. Island Joe’s 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
Bacco
off-island eats
Regional Italian restaurant featuring
fresh pastas, fior di latte mozzarella
and Neapolitan style pizzas from the
wood burning oven. $$$
843.884.6969
www.baccocharleston.com
976 Houston Northcutt Blvd., Mt.
Pleasant
Calder’s Buffalo Pub
Friendly neighborhood pub that has
the best wings in Charleston,
maybe the coldest beer and of course
plenty of sports on TV. $$
843.881.0049
calderspub.com
1971 Riviera Dr, Mt Pleasant
Deroma’s Pizza
Square pizzas (specialty & create-
your-own) plus a few sandwiches &
salads in a simple eat-in space. $$
843.972.1780
deromaspizza.com
1948 Long Grove Dr, Mt Pleasant
Eggs Up Grill
Relaxed chain serving a menu of
island eats
www.thecoopsi.com
2019 Middle St, Sullivan's Island
The Dinghy
Laid back Key West Vibe, great
food options, unique beers on
tap, spacious side porch, and live
music. $-$$
242-8310
www.dinghyiop.com
8 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms
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, Sullivan’s Island
Home Team BBQ
Not limited to barbeque, this
casual eatery also serves salads,
wraps, tacos, and quesadillas,
Sunday Brunch. $$
883-3131
www.teamteambbq.com
2209 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Island Ice Frozen Yogurt
All organic frozen yogurt, with
gluten free and vegan options.
Toppings are all natural or
organic. Local coffee and teas. $
885-7079
www.islandiceyogurt.com
1515 C Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Mex1
Hip eatery serving Mexican
favorites, including tacos & tortas,
with an island vibe. Live music,
outdoor seating. $$
882-8172
mex1coastalcantina.com
2205 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Morgan Creek Grill
Relax with a front row seat on
the Intracoastal Waterway while
enjoying fresh seafood and
southern hospitality. $$
886-8980
www.morgancreekgrill.com
8040 1st Ave, Isle of Palms
The Obstinate Daughter
Restaurant serving contemporary
Southern cuisine, pizza & pasta in
a rustic, coastal-inspired space.
$$-$$$
416-5020
www.theobstinatedaughter.com
2063 Middle St,Sullivan’s Island
breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in a
colorful setting. $-$$
388-3654
www.eggsupgrill.com
2664 Highway 17 North,
Mt. Pleasant
Ghost Monkey Nano Brewery
Features a consistent rotation of
locally brewed beer made in Mount
Pleasant. Taproom, live music, food.
$$
843.352.3462
ghostmonkeybrewery.com
522 Wando Ln, Mt Pleasant
H&R Sweet Shop
Famous redfish and rice, fried
chicken, shrimp, bbq ribs. $
843.884.2118
102 Royall Ave, Mt Pleasant
Rusty Rudder
Easygoing hangout offering American
eats such as BBQ, seafood & steak,
plus a bar & outdoor seats. $$
843.388.3177
rustyruddermtp.com
3563 N Hwy 17, Mt Pleasant
Pizza 450
Sizable pizza joint serving hefty
pies and housemade ice cream,
plus breakfast & coffee. $$
2213-B Middle St, Sullivan's
Island
450pizza.com
843.789.4107
Pizza Hut
Now serving Isle of Palms in the
Harris Teeter shopping center.
Deliver right to your door or get
carryout. $
886-5759
www.order.pizzahut.com
1515 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Poe’s Tavern
Famous for their gourmet burgers
and chicken sandwiches, this Poe-
inspired eatery also features great
deals on fresh fish tacos. $$
883-0083
www.longislandcafesc.com
2210 Middle St, Sullivan’s 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. $-$$
883-3355
www.saltworkscc.com
50 41st Ave, Isle of Palms
Sullivan’s
Grab a casual dinner of fried
flounder or crab cakes in a cozy
atmosphere as well as lunch on
the weekends. $$
883-3222
www.saltstation22.com
2019 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Windjammer
Lively spot with a bar menu, a
deck overlooking the water, and
beach volleyball court out back.$-
$$
886-8596
www.the-windjammer.com
1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
Sewee Restaurant
Southern-style seafood & other fried
fare in a casual joint with checkered
tables & homey decor. $$
843.928.3609
seeweerestaurantinc.com
4808 N Hwy 17, Awendaw
Stack’s 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. $$
843.388.6968
www.stackscoastalkitchen.com
1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd,
Mt. Pleasant
The Wine Bar
Wine, unique variety of 40 + cheeses
and charcuterie meats from around
the world., chocolate, bon-bons. $$
849-5185
www.thewinebarmtp.com
664 Long Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant
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March 16, 2018 19

What should investors know about recent volatility?

BY DIMI MATOUCHEV
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

A
s you may have heard, the stock So, given this background, what’s
market has been on a wild ride your next move? Here are some
lately. What’s behind this volatility? suggestions:
And, as an investor, how concerned Review your situation. You may want
should you be?  to work with a financial professional to
Let’s look at the first question first. evaluate your portfolio to determine if
What caused the steep drop in stock it is helping you make the progress you
prices we experienced on a few separate need to eventually achieve your long-
days?  term goals.  
Essentially, two main factors seem Reassess your risk tolerance. If
to be responsible. First, some good you were unusually upset over the loss
economic news may actually have in value of your investments during the
played a significant role. A 17-year low market pullback, you may need to review
in unemployment and solid job growth your risk tolerance to determine if it’s still
have begun to push wages upward. These appropriate for your investment mix. If
developments have led to fears of rising you feel you are taking on too much risk,
inflation, which, in turn, led to speculation you may need to rebalance your portfolio.
that the Federal Reserve will tighten the Keep in mind, though, that by “playing
money supply at a faster-than-expected it safe” and investing heavily in vehicles
rate. Stocks reacted negatively to these that offer greater protection of principal,
expectations of higher interest rates.  but little in the way of return, you run
The second cause of the market the risk of not attaining the growth you
volatility appears to be simply a reaction to the long bull market. need to reach your objectives.  
While rising stock prices lead many people to continue buying more Look for opportunities. A market pullback such as the one we’ve
and more shares, some people actually need to sell their stocks and experienced, which occurs during a period of economic expansion
this pent-up selling demand, combined with short-term profit-taking, and rising corporate profits, can give long-term investors a chance to
helped contribute to the large sell-offs of recent days.  add new shares at attractive prices in an environment that may be
Now, as for the question of how concerned you should be about conducive to a market rally. 
this volatility, consider these points:   A sharp market pullback, such as we’ve seen recently, will always
Sell-offs are nothing unusual. We’ve often experienced big sell-offs, be big news. But if you look beyond the headlines, you can sometimes
but they’ve generally been followed with strong recoveries. Of course, see a different picture – and one that may be brighter than you had
past performance is not a guarantee of future results, but history has realized.
shown that patient, persistent investors have often been rewarded.  
Fundamentals are strong. While short-term market movements can Dimi Matouchev is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, located
be caused by a variety of factors, economic conditions and corporate at 1505 Palm Boulevard, Isle of Palms. For more information, call
earnings typically drive performance in the long term. Right now, 843.886.9229 or visit edwardjones.com.
the U.S. economy is near full employment, consumer and business
sentiment has risen strongly, manufacturing and service activity is at
multi-year highs, and GDP growth in 2018 appears to be on track for
the best performance since 2015. Furthermore, corporate earnings
are expected to rise this year.

Breac h Inlet Tide Char t

Date High Tide Low Tide
Mar 16 8:09am/8:16pm 1:38am/2:04pm
Mar 17 8:47am/8:54pm 2:19am/2:42pm
Mar 18 9:23am/9:31pm 3:00am/3:20pm
Mar 19 9:59am/10:09pm 3:43am/3:59pm
Mar 20 10:38am/10:51pm 4:26am/4:41pm
Mar 21 11:21am/11:38pm 5:13am/5:26pm
Mar 22 12:10pm 6:05am/6:16pm
Mar 23 12:32am/1:07pm 7:02am/7:14pm
Mar 24 1:35am/2:13pm 8:06am/8:18pm
Mar 25 2:44am/3:24pm 9:14am/9:27pm
Mar 26 3:56am/4:34pm 10:20am/10:35pm
Mar 27 5:04am/5:39pm 11:21am/11:38pm
Mar 28 6:05am/6:37pm 12:17pm
Mar 29 7:00am/7:31pm 12:36am/1:08pm

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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