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Sullivan’s Island • Isle of Palms • Goat Island • Dewees Island

Offshore drilling returns

PUBLIC COMMENT CLOSES MARCH 9

 Wendy Kelly. PHOTO PROVIDED

Kelly seeks
IOP Council
seat Kayaktivists in South Carolina learning to safely protest oil drilling. PHOTO COURTESY OF GREENPEACE

STAFF REPORT
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
BY GREGG BRAGG
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

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mall business owner and long-
time resident Wendy Kelly recently
announced her candidacy for Isle
of Palms City Council. A special election
is scheduled for Feb. 13, to fill the seat
made vacant by Jimmy Carroll’s election
to mayor.
“Living on this island is such a
privilege,” said the candidate. “It’s
important for me to give back, and
becoming involved in the workings of our
city is a great place to start.”
According to Kelly, one key advantage
she has over her opponent, Sandy
Ferencz, is having lived all over the
island. “The up side of moving frequently
is that I have direct experience with the
Kelly continues on page 3
he clock is already ticking for those wishing
to send comments on offshore drilling to
the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management
(BOEM). Monday, Jan. 8 opened phase 2 of
the process with an obligatory 60 day period,
which will allow people to voice their opinions
on drilling for the second time in as many
years. Concerned residents can register their
thoughts on the matter by visiting Regulations.
gov/document?D=BOEM-2017-0074-0001,
until March 9, and clicking the blue COMMENT
NOW button. If this is beginning to sound a bit
like the movie ‘Groundhog Day’, you’d be right.
The Obama Administration floated the
concept of allowing oil exploration in the Atlantic
early in 2015 to the surprise of many. Reaction
from the South Carolina Environmental Law
Project was immediate. SCELP, with help from
Peg Howell, former ‘Company Man’ and
founder of Stop Offshore Drilling in the
Atlantic, speaks to the public. Registration
is required and can be completed at
SIANSC.com.
JAN. 30 AT 4 P.M.
THE LAKE HOUSE, SEABROOK ISLAND
For more information visit
SIANSC.com or Facebook.com/
StopOffshoreDrillingInTheAtlantic
grass roots organizations like Stop Offshore
Drilling in the Atlantic (SODA), mobilized with
the goal of convincing every town council along
the East Coast to officially reject the idea.
Drilling continues on page 4

SCHWEERS SEEKS SURF FILM UNIVERSITY

RE-ELECTION FESTIVAL SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
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Sullivan’s Island Mayor’s Message

Dear Island Neighbors,
Well, it’s our first column of 2018 and I hope you are having a
healthy and happy new year… with our opening snow week as good
training in resilience, flexibility and humor.
Wasn’t it fun out here on the first snow day when we saw our Island
decked out for 2018 Christmas Card photos, and the newly repaired
mound at Stith Park being enjoyed as creatively and gloriously as
ever! I think I saw cardboard, boogie boards, waterski tubes, an actual
sled and the occasional back side employed as means of sliding down
our snow-covered mound…and a day or two later, as means of sliding
down our mud-covered mound. Mud-boarding anyone?
This was also an opportunity to observe first-hand how our Town
staff handles emergencies. As usual, the answer was: Excellently.
Our staff coordinated with other Tri-County agencies; we
participated in daily emergency management conference calls. Town
Administrator Andy Benke sent out his reports from those calls once
and sometimes twice a day to his Town email list, our Twitter feed (@
TownofSI) at bit.ly/2D0XOUy and our Facebook page at bit.ly/TOSI_
FB.
Police and Fire staff put in long shifts to ensure their availability.
Our often unsung Water and Sewer staff were also in place to deal
with issues related to breaks in private water lines and our Town water
mains. It’s easy to forget that many of our fine Town personnel live
a-ways from the Island, and had to sacrifice time with their families
to make sure they would be available to the Town.
The snowstorm actually gave us the opportunity to deploy assets
recently acquired for use in other types of emergencies. After the
Irma flooding forced us to ask the Mt. Pleasant Department to send
a high-water military vehicle so our officers could check on residents
in areas flooded too high for our vehicles to navigate, Interim Police
Chief Chris Griffin and Sgt. Tim Mast enrolled us with the US Defense
Logistics Agency and acquired AT NO COST several pieces of used
equipment that could prove invaluable in such emergencies. Among
these were two “deuce-and-a-half” trucks able to navigate 5-foot
waters with all-wheel drive. During our snow-and-ice event, long-
time Police Department member Tom McClellan put these big, heavy
trucks to an unexpected use as land-based ice-breakers, by driving
them slowly but repeatedly over the snow and ice on the Causeway,
Jasper Blvd. and other high-use roads to break up the ice faster to
make them more passable.
HOW YA LIKE DEM ERSTERS?
As I note annually, 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 Antoine’s Restaurant in 1937.
We won’t 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 annual Oyster Roast, 5-8 p.m.,
Saturday, Feb. 3. The location as usual is the Big Tin/Fish Fry Shack
(Station 15 at 1453 Hennessey St.). Tickets are $35 in advance, $40
at the door. Advance tickets are available at the Fire Station, Town
Hall, the Harris Teeter at Sea Island Shopping Center and Simmons
Seafood. It’s all-you-can-eat oysters (bring your own knife), with other
food and beverages for purchase, music and entertainment for the
kids. Proceeds support the valuable efforts of the Fire and Rescue
Squad. Much of their equipment is bought with proceeds from this
wonderful event. Hope to see you there.
AT THE RISK OF TEMPTING YOU TO THINK IT MIGHT AS WELL
BE SPRING…
Our third annual Farmers’ Market season will run on Thursdays
from April 12 through June 28, from 2:30 – 6:30 p.m., at the usual
spot: 1921 I’on Ave. in front of the Poe Library and Battery Gadsden.
If you know of potential vendors who might add to the variety of our
market, please direct them to bit.ly/2018-APP for an application. The
Town is accepting vendor applications through Friday, Feb. 16.
BUT BEFORE WE FORGET 2017…
Let’s take a quick look back to review a number of Town
accomplishments in 2017. Thanks to our great Town staff and Town
Council, we have a number of achievements to brag about. To name
just a few, in random order:
• Management of the Eclipse event, which drew hordes of visitors to
the Charleston area and thousands to the island.
• Preparation for Hurricane Irma, protection during the storm, and
assessment, outreach and cleanup afterwards. All of our Town
departments worked very hard to protect our safety and property,
communicate with our residents, and maintain the operation of
Town facilities.
• Life-saving actions by Town first-responders: Firefighters Don
Harbaugh and Adam Ivan observed their colleague Curt Gibbons
suffer cardiac arrest right at the fire station. Because they
responded instantly according to their training, saving his life,
he’s now back on the job. Interim Police Chief Chris Griffin, while
driving on I-526, observed a car strike the median and burst into
flames, and then rushed to the burning car to extract the helpless
driver and get him to safety.
• New playground equipment at Poe Park, thanks to the generosity
of the Park Foundation
• Initiation of live traffic cameras on the Causeway/SC703. Get the
SCDOT511 app and/or go to 511sc.org to check on conditions.
• Stith Park Improvements: We began the rehab of “The Mound” so the
generations-long sliding tradition could resume. The maintenance
Mayor continues on page 3

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ouncilman Dickie Schweers has announced
his intention to seek a fourth and final term on
Charleston County Council. Schweers stated,
“It has been a privilege to represent the citizens of
Charleston County on Charleston County Council. Lynn Pierotti
My mission is to continue to advocate for fiscally lynn@luckydognews.com
conservative policies and government efficiency publisher
while providing necessary services that enhance our
quality of life.” Katy Calloway
Schweers has consistently focused on minimizing katy@luckydognews.com
the tax burden on citizens; developing community- managing editor

sensitive transportation solutions; ensuring quality Jennifer Tuohy

growth through regional land use planning and jennifer@luckydognews.com
rural land conservation; restructuring government contributing editor
services to improve efficiencies; and facilitating job
creation through strategic economic development. Swan Richards
“We are fortunate to enjoy a wonderful quality senior graphic designer
of life in Charleston County,” said Schweers.
Alejandro Ferreyros
“Advancing our high standard of living must be graphic designer
accomplished without diminishing the quality of life
that we will one day leave behind for our children Lori McGee 843-614-0901
and grandchildren.” advertising executive
Schweers is married to Mary Askins Schweers,
and they have two children, Diedrich and Morgan. Christian LeBlanc
He has two engineering degrees from Clemson christian@luckydognews.com
University and a MBA from The Citadel and has social media

been employed as a certified professional engineer Steve Rosamilia

for 32 years. photographer
Schweers’ district includes east of Highway
17 in Mount Pleasant, all of Isle of Palms and Mimi Wood
Sullivans Island, south of Broad Street in the City Senior Staff Writer
of Charleston, and the Awendaw and McClellanville
regions. Emma Woodham
Schweers has served on Charleston County  Dickie Schweers. staff writer
Council since 2007. The 2018 primary election will PHOTO PROVIDED
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be held on June 12.
CONTRIBUTORS
Kelly continues from cover Mayor continues from page 2 Gregg Bragg
Rick Reed
issues all islanders face. schedule for the Park landscaping was accelerated. Thanks to Town Dawn Davis
Whether the issue is traffic, Council Recreation Committee Chair Sarah Church for her leadership Savannah Brennan
parking, coyotes or drainage, Sarah Reynolds
in this and related achievements. Charlotte Park
I have first-hand knowledge • Initial award of a $1.46 million Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for Sarah Vega
of it. Additionally, as a single stormwater mitigation in two flood-prone areas of the Island.  The initial Holly Fisher
parent and small business design work was funded, and the construction will be funded pending Dimi Matouchev
owner, I fully understand approval of the design. The project will provide relief in the Station
the importance of financial 18 and Station 30 drainage basins. Both areas contain repetitive loss
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responsibility, which structures that experience damage during flood events.
sometimes means having to • Dedication of our new Town Hall. PUBLISHED BY
make tough choices.” • New windows and some structural repairs to the Island Club building. Lucky Dog Publishing
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I look forward to bringing a See you around the Island! Submit your letters to the editor to:
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Drilling continues from cover
Seismic testing, which precedes oil drilling, poses it’s own threat to ocean wildlife.
PHOTO COURTESY OF CGG
There were some divided votes (Kiawah’s Weaver and Wilson voted
“No,” for example), but the overall response was unanimous from 26
SC coastal communities. The proposal was withdrawn in 2016, and
was followed by BOEM’s disapproval of accompanying requests to
conduct seismic testing being delivered on Jan. 7, 2017. Then the
newly-elected administration breathed new life into the zombie issue
a few weeks after taking office.
Opponents of drilling were ready for phase 1 of the process.
Seabrook, Isle of Palms, and Folly Beach joined 22 additional coastal
communities last spring in a tsunami of participation determined to
protect their residents from both drilling and seismic testing. “BOEM
tallied 816,000 comments in response. Comments were received from
a diverse set of stakeholders, including elected officials, government
agencies, industry, public interest groups, and private citizens,”
Tracey Blythe Moriarty, Acting Deputy Chief, Office of Public Affairs
(BOEM) told this reporter.
“BOEM expects to publish a Draft Proposed Program (DPP) [e.g. the
current phase 2] for public comment later this year [2017]. The DPP
is the first of three proposals to be issued prior to the establishment
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of the next National Program. Following public comment and review
periods for the DPP, BOEM will develop the second proposal, the
Proposed Program, as well as an accompanying Draft Environmental
Impact Statement (EIS). Following public comment on the Proposed
Program [phase 3] and Draft EIS, the Proposed Final Program,
the last of three proposals, and a Final EIS will be developed and
submitted to the President and Congress for a 60-day waiting period,
after which the Secretary can approve the final National Program,”
added Moriarty.
Moriarty further insisted public participation was critical to the
process and can make a difference. “YES, public input does make a
difference. Public input is an integral part of the national oil and gas
leasing program development process. Section 18 of the OCS Lands
Act specifies a multi-step process of consultation and analysis that
must be completed before the Secretary [of the Interior] may approve
a new National OCS Oil and Gas Leasing Program based on 8 factors:
1. Geographic, Geological, and Ecological Characteristics
2. Equitable Sharing of Developmental Benefits and Environmental
Risks
3. Location with Respect to Regional and National Energy Markets
and Needs
4. Location with Respect to Other Uses of the Sea and Seabed
5. Interest of Potential Oil and Gas Producers
6. Laws, Goals, and Policies of Affected States
7. Environmental Sensitivity and Marine Productivity
8. Environmental and Predictive Information
This time, however, resident involvement did not make a difference
and Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke decided to move the DPP
forward. It includes the Gulf of Mexico, the Acrtic, and most of the
Pacific and Atlantic coasts with the exception of Florida.
Mere days after announcing the DPP would move forward, Zinke
exempted Florida from the plan and was immediately castigated.
‘“The Administrative Procedure Act requires there to be a reasonable
rationale behind agency decisions, and that they can’t be arbitrary and
capricious,” said Michael Brune, the executive director of the Sierra
Club, referring to a 1946 law governing major regulatory changes.
“So, saying Florida is exempt because Rick Scott is straightforward
and trustworthy? That Florida’s coastlines are unique? That seems
to be the definition of arbitrary and capricious,”’ as reported in
the Washington Post on Jan. 10. Accounts of reactions from the
governors of other states from the article were mirrored in both the
Post & Courier and The State newspapers.
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North Carolina governor Roy Cooper tweeted, “Not
Off Our Coast. We’ve been clear: this would bring
unacceptable risks to our economy, our environment,
and our coastal communities.” South Carolina
governor McMaster, long a Trump supporter, also
issued a statement saying, “We cannot afford to take a
chance with the beauty, the majesty and the economic
value and vitality of our wonderful coastline.”
This may be a good time to recall; Charleston has
become an annual winner of Travel & Leisure’s No. 1
City in the World award. Tourism is the largest single
industry in South Carolina, accounting for hundreds
of thousands of jobs. It also comprises a growing
percentage of Gross State Product, which the Palmetto
Institute projects will be $40 billion a year by 2020.
Peg Howell is positively emphatic about the dangers
of offshore drilling. She is a Pawley’s Island native,
founder of SODA, and former “company man.” The
term is oil industry shorthand for the person in charge
of an oil rig [first woman to hold the title, incidentally].
She is particularly alarmed at the prospect of oil
exploration in the wake of Trump’s reversal of safety
regulations put in place after the Deepwater Horizon
disaster. She is uniquely qualified to detail the dangers
of offshore drilling and plans to do just that.
The Sea Islands Action Network (SIAN) is a forum
based on Seabrook where concerned citizens can work
together to influence elected representatives. It hosts
a presentation by Howell at the Lake House starting
at 4 p.m. on Jan. 30. The event is open to the public,
but registration is required for access to the gated
community. Visit SIANSC.com for more information,
and to complete the process.
BOEM suggestions on public comments include
leaving emotion on the shelf. For more detail on
BOEM’s guidelines, visit BOEM.gov/National-
Program-Comment.

This map illustrates the far-reaching effects of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill,
the largest in history. Though it occurred in the Gulf of Mexico, its effects reached the
Southeastern Atlantic Coast. Image courtesy of Southern Environmental Law Center.

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OPINION-EDITORIAL
January 19, 2018

Sharing resources and individual expertise, lightens the financial burden NPS appoints new superintendent
Building a village, Part I of aging while providing volunteer support within our communities. This
cost effective collective, yet person centered approach, has been shown to
delay or even prevent the need for institutional care.
S TA K E LY H A S 1 9 Y R S W I T H N AT I O N A L PA R K S E R V I C E
Most of those who have expressed interest want to avoid a highly
BY RICK REED sophisticated, complex management and fee-based system requiring
BY DAWN DAVIS
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

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permanent staff. They see no advantage to replacing expensive aging in

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ith the small town feel, laid back lifestyles and many activities and retirement centers with a more expensive membership dependent formula.
needs within walking or biking distance; Sullivan’s Island has the n Jan. 12, the National superintendent of these parks and During his nineteen years cultural landscape reports and
In an attempt to avoid a pattern of complexity, a New Island Village Park Service (NPS) to the South Carolina lowcountry.”  with the National Park Service related planning documents and
opportunity to be what used to be connected neighborhoods and should encourage individual autonomy while sharing the benefits of
intergenerational community. Urban planning, sprawl, unfettered growth, Southeast Regional Director "It is truly an honor to be selected Stakely has worked effectively with provided technical expertise on
collective bargaining and individual choice for services in an “a la cart” Stan Austin announced the as the superintendent of sites that NPS staff, community partners, cultural landscape preservation
isolation of age groups into silos (ghettos even) has made quality of life fashion. This can be accomplished by outsourcing most services to
difficult elsewhere. But the study done to kickoff discussion of a 10 Year selection of J. Tracy Stakely as preserve resources and stories and contractors in the areas of to park managers and community
already existing entities with their already built in management, security superintendent of  Fort Sumter from some of the most significant resource preservation and park partners.  
Plan, demonstrated we have none of those problems on SI. and monitoring and data collection. Many of these are reasonably priced
Hidden in the details, however, were features like high income, rapid National Monument, Fort Moultrie periods of our nation’s history,” management. He spent several Additionally, Stakely has served
or free but can be modified to the selected population of a Village, without and  Charles Pinckney National Stakely said. “I am excited to join years in the NPS Southeast Regional on national workgroups within the
increase in young family migration and incredibly larges homes, which “reinventing the wheel,” i.e. designing programs from scratch.
can lead to older adult gentrification. Loss to a community of founding Historic Site in South Carolina. This park staff, volunteers, partners, Office in Atlanta as program NPS to revise Director’s Order #61:
Examples might include: role also includes administrative and local communities in their lead for the region’s Cultural National Cemetery Operations,
families, “institutional memory”, cultural history and the wisdom of aging, 1. Communication using a separate group under NextDoor confined to
can weaken diversity and foster the dreaded “gated community”. The need oversight of Reconstruction Era efforts to protect these special Landscape Program. In that role, Director’s Order #100: Resource
SI /IOP National Monument. Stakely places. I look forward to helping Stakely led program staff and Stewardship for the 21st Century,
to preserve these important aspects of community has been fully embraced 2. Recreation and social gathering opportunities at IOP Rec and/or MP
by the Battery Gadsden Cultural Center. This potential has motivated is currently Congaree National continue the important work of contractors in documenting park and the nationwide agreement for
Senior Center Park superintendent and South telling all the relevant stories landscape resources and providing compliance with Section 106 of the
several older adults to learn about the Village Movement. 3. Educational, social, gaming and project gathering at Poe Library and
The Village Movement began when several neighbors in Beacon Hill, Carolina State Coordinator for the associated with these sites and park managers with technical National Historic Preservation Act.
Battery Gadsden Cultural Center NPS Southeast Region Leadership increasing public engagement assistance to aid in cultural and Stakely earned a master’s degree
Boston decided to pool all their resources to help their neighbors stay in 4. Promoting volunteer participation with Meals on Wheels, Senior Ride
their own homes and age in place. This model continues to be redefined in Council, working to ensure and support for these national natural resource management in landscape architecture from
Charleston, National Park Service, community gardens, etc. cooperation between the NPS sites treasures.” and preservation.  Stakely gained Louisiana State University and a
well over 200 Villages and what has been learned is that we older adults 5. Course and educational forums through the College of Charleston’s
can define our own destiny and protect our freedom. This empowerment in South Carolina, South Carolina For the past five years, Stakely additional park management graduate certificate in Leadership
Center for Creative Retirement and the Public Library. State Parks, and various other has served as superintendent of experience during time spent for Public Lands and Cultural
and personal independence with social interdependence extends quality 6. Health connections to MUSC Office on Aging or Roper St Francis
years for older adults. state partners. Stakely assumes Congaree National Park in the as Acting Superintendent and Heritage through the Academic
Senior Connection his new role February 5, 2018. South Carolina midlands. Under Chief of Resource Management Consortium, a learning and
Several older adult (55 – 85+) members of the Sullivan’s Island and Isle 7. Since “ridership” determines CARTA service, properly timed routes
of Palms communities, in an informal gathering, pooled their ideas about “Tracy has extensive experience Stakely’s leadership, the park made at Kentucky’s Mammoth Cave development program cosponsored
linking SI, IOP, Mt. Pleasant Shem Creek to Ben Sawyer, IOP working to preserve complex significant progress in advancing National Park and Acting by the NPS, the Eppley Institute for
how to continue living on SI /IOP indefinitely and independently and came Connector to Town Center and the MP Senior Center would solve
up with the idea of starting a Village. natural and cultural resources,” key strategic goals, including Superintendent at Kennesaw Park Management, and six partner
many auto dependent issues said Regional Director Austin. highlighting the park’s natural Mountain National Battlefield Park universities.
The Village makes it possible to live within multigenerational None of this happens overnight but a vision and expressed interest
communities (the old neighborhood of the 40s to 60s) and conserve assets “He has proven himself to be and cultural resources, expanding in Georgia. Prior to his tenure Both Stakely and his wife Cheri
in something like the Village could bring folks together for a Mayberry? an accomplished leader intently educational programming and in the southeast region, Stakely are originally from Chattanooga,
for anticipated longer life spans. Rather than become herded into “old Camelot? Utopia? City on a Hill experience? – probably not.
folks” homes or retirement communities, neighborhood resident members focused on helping the American recreational opportunities, was a landscape architect at the Tennessee. They are the parents of
At least let us protect the real community characteristics and quality people find deeper meaning advocating for park wilderness, Olmsted Center for Landscape two active teenagers, Bryson and
volunteer or pay staff to coordinate activities (physical, mental, social and of life that would allow all of us to live out our days on Sullivan’s Island.
spiritual) and arrange services necessary to maintain their homes and and connections with their establishing fiscal sustainability, Preservation, a NPS technical Bella.
engage in healthy, active lifestyles. national parks. Tracy is sure and improving employee service center based in Boston,
to add tremendous value as engagement and satisfaction. Massachusetts. There he authored
Lucky Dog Club

Goose
Age: 8 months
Hometown: Mt Pleasant
Breed: Blue Merle Border Collie
Owner: Emma & Ryan Woodham
Food: Iams
LDC
Favorite Treat: Peanut Butter
Vet: Mt Pleasant Animal Hospital Lucky Dog Club
Goose’s Story: In July 2017, my humans found me on
Craigslist. They took one look at my spotted nose and knew they
had to have me. Three days after they bought me, they found
out that I wasn’t supposed to be sold at all! Because they were
already so in love with me, though, they fought hard and ended
up getting to keep me! We go to lots of different dog parks,
but my favorite is the one at the Isle of Palms Rec Center. My
humans like to take me on Saturday mornings, and we’ll play
fetch till I’m completely worn out. On warmer days, we go to the
beach, and I will swim way out into the waves to retrieve my toy!
My humans are so glad I love the beach.
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Chas Music Hall
4TH ANNUAL SURF & ALE BASH

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arolina Surf Brand & the
Charleston Music Hall
are excited to announce
Carolina Surf Film Festival’s first
event of 2018, the 4th Annual
Surf & Ale Bash on Friday, Feb.
2 at 7p.m. This is sure to be an
awesome night packed full of
surf films, delicious craft brews,
and tasty food.
Carolina Surf Brand will
showcase their new line of winter
wear which will be available for
purchase in the lobby during the
event. We will be raffling off some
awesome prizes and the raffle
revenue will benefit Charleston
Surfrider Foundation.  carolinasurfbrand.com.
Guests will enjoy a variety
of beers from Edmunds Oast
Brewery, Coast, Westbrook,
Lo-Fi, Holy City, Evil Twin,
New Belgium, Mikkeller, Jolly
Pumpkin, Annheiser Busch,
Stella Artois, Island Coastal and
Low Tide Brewing. This event is
sponsored by: Low Tide Brewing,
Icemule Cooler, Mex1, and Parrot
Surf Shop.
Carolina Surf Brand celebrates
the vibrant surf culture of the
Carolinas by showcasing the
artistic vision and expression
of surf films from around the
globe. For more information, visit

Film lineup includes:

"The Sea Wolf" By Ben Gulliver – Trailer: vimeo.com/220726155
"Nervous Laughter" By Take Shelter Productions – Trailer:
vimeo.com/213651746
"Fairly" By Cam Richards and Vissla Films
"Brrr..." By Take Shelter Productions
"Autumnal Reminiscence" by Brett Barley 
BONUS ALERT! Catch the premiere of a top secret short film
from the crew at Vissla Films.
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LIGHT THE NIGHT

CHAS MOVES BI-ANNUAL
BIKE SAFETY EVENT

BY SAVANNAH BRENNAN
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

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harleston Moves presents Light The Night 5.0, our bi-annual free
bike light giveaway and educational campaign. On Friday, January
26, we will distribute hundreds of bike light sets and “Better Streets,
Better Ride” spoke cards to the community. The spoke cards list basic legal
rights and best practices to empower Charlestonians during their bike
rides. We will be joined by Eastside Community Development Corporation
and Medical University of South Carolina’s Safe Kids Charleston Area.
ECDC will have a table with information, resources and free snacks. MUSC
will offer a bike course for children around Hampstead Square. Bicycles
for kids will be available to borrow. MUSC will donate up to 50 helmets to
kids who participate in the bike course; they will be distributed on a first
come, first served basis. Charleston Moves will also offer a safestreets art
activity for kids.
Pedal to the Eastside’s Hampstead Square on the corner of Columbus
and America Streets to collect your light set and spoke card for safe riding
in 2018. Charleston Moves volunteers will also strap light sets to bikes
parked and passing through the Eastside neighborhood.
Charleston Moves is a nonprofit advocacy organization working to
transform our streets and corridors into safe and equitable public spaces
for transportation, recreation and quality of life for all who live in and visit
Charleston County. Our work hinges on strategy, advocacy, education,
and building a strong network of engaged and diverse constituents. We
work with the community to improve public health and the environment,
reduce economic and land use disparities, and increase the mode share
split for people on foot, bikes, and mass transit. Learn more and join us at
CharlestonMoves.org.

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January 19, 2018 13

NEAR RECORD TEMPS DIDN’T DETER CROWD

BY MIMI WOOD
SENIOR STAFF WRITER

I
t wasn’t the absolute coldest Polar Bear Plunge that Sullivan’s
Island Town Administrator, Andy Benke, can remember…
easy for him to say; he didn’t dip this year. Not to besmirch
his “man points,” he did surf two days prior, admittedly “with
the benefit of a wetsuit.” 
Wetsuits were an anomaly among the estimated 1000
participants in the 25th Annual Sullivan’s Island Polar Bear
Plunge, who certainly earned their bragging rights on January 1,
2018, with the air temperature hovering right around freezing.
Balmy, in retrospect, given the frigid week that followed…not so
much if you plunged. 
“I can’t feel my hands or my feet,” chattered Skylar Hamill
of Mt. Pleasant, yet with the next breath, “it was fabulous!”
Judging by the animated faces emerging from the 55 degree
water, Hamill’s sentiment was pervasive.
Katie Quinn Abraham, a first-time plunger, noted “it was cold,
but exhilarating. It was a totally positive experience, almost like
a ‘cleanse’.” 
Seven-year veteran Melissa Doyle agreed, exclaiming, “It’s a
refreshing way to start the year off right!”
Dunleavy’s Pub sponsors the annual event, which benefits
Special Olympics South Carolina. According to Sandye Williams,
Director of Marketing & Development, SO-SC, this year’s event
on tiny Sullivan’s raised $25,000 “almost to the penny,” helping
support programs for local athletes like Stevie Betros.
Betros, declaring “it’s too cold for me!”,  traveled cattywampus
from Florida to Washington in 2017, winning a gold medal in
each state, as part of a Special Olympics National Invitational
Golf Tournament.
“Bill Dunleavy’s efforts have raised a lot of money over the
years,” offers Rusty Williamson, 2018 being his 21st plunge.
“Trust me, I really had to talk myself into this year’s plunge,
knowing what the weather was supposed to be. But, it’s all
about the Special Olympics.”

PHOTOS BY STEVE ROSAMILIA 

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14 January 19, 2018

At the Rec... 843.886.8294 iop.net

IOP Doggie Day Oliver Twist Performance

FEB. 10 Workshop
Saturday, 9 a.m. Thursdays  4 – 5:30 p.m.
The annual event will feature Feb. 1 – April 19 
demos and opportunities to get $150 resident/ $155 non-
your four-legged friends up to resident 
date on vaccines, pet safety and Instructor: Jean Schubert 
regulations.  
Vaccination Clinic - $10 (Rabies) Tai Chi
Microchip - $30 
Annual IOP Dog License Sales  Thursdays 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. 
Dog Adoption Opportunities  $10 per class
Instructor: Connie Cossetti 
Dog Show Categories:   
Cutest Puppy (Under 1yr) Yoga 
Most Attractive (1+year) Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9:15
Best Female Rescue  – 10:15 a.m.
Best Male Rescue  Wednesdays: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. 
Pre-registration Recommended, Saturdays: 10 – 11:15 a.m. 
but not required  Instructors: Pat Boyd & Jennifer
Space is limited.  DeGolyer
Call 843.886.8294 to register or
for more information. 
 
FITNESS SCHEDULE...
The IOP Recreation Department
offers a variety of classes and
AT THE REC... workout opportunities.
Ballet Instructional casses monthly
JAN. 22 – MARCH 5 or walk-in rates available.
Mondays  12:30 p.m.   Cardio room is free.
(Ages 2-5yrs) $70 resident/ $75
non-resident Instructor: Kim Open weekdays
Chesley-Breland  Mon-Thu 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  Fri 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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January 19, 2018 15

CCPRC Executive Director honored

BENNETT NAMED PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
B Y S C R E C R E AT I O N A N D PA R K A S S O C I AT I O N

BY SARAH REYNOLDS
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

O
n Dec. 13, the Charleston County Park & Recreation
Commission’s executive director was honored with
a statewide award. At their annual conference, the
South Carolina Recreation and Park Association presented
their Professional of the Year award to David Bennett.
The SCRPA Professional of the Year nominee must be
in the parks and recreation profession at least 15 years, a
member of SCRPA for at least five years, and professionally
certified through the National Recreation and Park
Association. This award considers service, leadership, and
character.
Charleston native David Bennett has devoted his entire
professional career to serving in the park and recreation
industry. David began his career as a part-time employee
at CCPRC 30 years ago, and was soon promoted to full
time as recreation program specialist, where he started the
popular Lowcountry Cajun Festival at James Island County
Park. He was named chief operating officer in 2010, and
became executive director of the agency in 2017 following
the retirement of Tom O’Rourke.
Among many accomplishments throughout his career,
Bennett led the efforts in creating CCPRC’s ten core values,
which are now considered the guiding principles of the
agency.
Bennett is a nationally certified park and recreation
professional and has served on the boards of NRPA,
SCRPA, Bishop Gadsden Retirement Community, Parents
Anonymous and the Wallingford Presbyterian board of
Trustees. He has served on the Cooper River Bridge Run
board for many years. In 1993 he was honored as the SCRPA
Young Professional of the Year, and served as president of
SCRPA in 2004.
Bennett holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Park,
Recreation and Tourism Management from Mars Hill
College.  He and his wife Cheryl are the proud parents of
Austin (25), Dale (22), Cydney (19) and two rescues dogs,
Jack and Little Bear.
SCRPA presents several awards each year to recognize
agencies, organizations and individuals for outstanding
contributions to the park and recreation profession in South
Carolina. For more information on SCRPA, visit SCRPA.org.

David Bennett and wife Cheryl. PHOTO PROVIDED

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16 January 19, 2018

Signs to save
shorebirds
AUDUBON SC USES ART TO
E N C O U R A G E C O N S E R VAT I O N

STAFF REPORT
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

A
re children’s drawings effective at keeping people away from
migrating and nesting coastal birds? Audubon South Carolina
(ASC) knows this to be true.
Each winter, ASC staff gives coastal bird presentations to students
across South Carolina’s coasts. The students are presented with a
blank sign template and asked to draw their favorite shorebird or
seabird and an original slogan. Selected drawings are then made into
durable, plastic signs that are posted at beach access paths, next to
important and threatened bird nesting areas.
The kids’ signs are part of a larger ASC initiative called Let ‘em
Students Rest, Let ‘em Nest, a campaign designed to educate people about
from Mason importance of reducing human disturbance to birds while they use
Prep, Trip the coasts as a temporary home and nesting place. Over the past
Calloway and
Clyde Mauldin
two years, ASC has been awarded a total of $2000 from Lowcountry
submitted RC&D Youth Environmental Education Fund to pay for the creation
drawings after of beach signs designed by the elementary school students.
Schillerstrom’s Audubon South Carolina’s executive Director, Sharon Richardson,
presentation. believes that these signs have been effective educating people to give
space to coastal birds. “The kids’ signs have proven eye catching, fun,
and exciting – a young student's creativity can go far beyond what the
traditional regulatory sign can do. Our hope is that by educating 4th-
6th graders, we can engage the student’s family, and the signs they
make will go on to encourage beachgoers to stay away from posted
coastal bird nesting areas,” said Richardson.
Recently, ASC had a major “win” thanks to the kids’ signs that
were posted in access paths at the Lighthouse Inlet Heritage
Preserve. “Because of the students’ signs and with help from
Audubon’s volunteer Shorebird Stewards, we saw the first American
Oystercatcher nest to successfully hatch and fledge in – we don't
know how long! Oystercatchers usually try to nest on this beach, (on
the Lighthouse Inlet side of Folly Beach), but are inevitably scared off
the nest by too many roving beach goers walking too close. Watching
those chicks grow old enough to fly and fend for themselves was a
wonderful sight to witness,” said, Nolan Schillerstrom, ASCs Coastal
Program Coordinator. “We are hopeful that many more coastal birds
will now have the opportunity to nest undisturbed in the future.”
Kid’s signs have been placed at the north and south ends of Folly
Beach, Sullivan's Island beach access paths, and Cape Romain boat
landings. ASC continues to work to educate students and print more
signs to have installed on Charleston beaches.
“It's one of my favorite times of the year when I go in to classrooms
to get kids excited about shorebirds and seabirds. These students
are helping the Lowcountry continue our tradition of coexisting with
wildlife by encouraging beachgoers to keep their distance from coastal
birds. We are very thankful the Lowcountry RC&D Council agreed to
aid in funding this program,” said Schillerstrom.
Schillerstrom says following these suggestions can make a
difference while spending time along the coast:
1. Keep away from birds.
2. Respect posted nesting and feeding areas.
3. Don’t force birds to fly.
4. Keep pets on a leash.
5. Keep the beach trash-free.
6. Be mindful of where you land your boat.
7. Teach others to protect birds on our beaches.
How close to a bird is too close? If birds react – calling loudly or
taking flight – step back immediately. A good rule is to stay at least
50 yards away, or half the length of a football field.
Let ‘em Rest, Let ‘em Nest The Let ‘em Rest, Let ‘em Nest program
was created by Audubon South Carolina in partnership with the
Charleston Animal Society in efforts to decrease human caused
disturbance to migrating and nesting birds. The campaign aims to
educate South Carolinians, and coastal visitors, how to create safe
spaces for coastal birds. Audubon South Carolina ultimately hopes
to increase coastal bird populations, which have been declining for
a few decades. The Let ‘em Nest campaign began in March 2017 and
is scheduled to run until March 2018. Visit http://sc.audubon.org/
coasts to learn more.
Audubon South Carolina Serving as the state program of The National
Audubon Society, Audubon South Carolina’s mission is to conserve and
restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds, other wildlife and their
habitats for the benefit of humanity and the earth’s biological diversity.
Learn more at http://sc.audubon.org and follow on Facebook, Twitter
(@AudubonSC), Instagram (@Audubon_SC), and MeetUp.
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January 19, 2018 17

Charleston Restaurant Week

offers deals
O V E R 1 0 0 PA R T I C I PAT I N G R E S TA U R A N T S

BY CHARLOTTE PARK
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

T
he Greater Charleston Restaurant Association, Inc.
announces its January installment of Charleston
Restaurant Week, occurring for 12 days from Wednesday,
Jan. 10 through Sunday, Jan. 21. Diners can kick off the New
Year with delicious deals on dozens of incredible dishes from
Charleston’s most renowned chefs.
“What better way to kick off 2018 than with Charleston
Restaurant Week?” shares GCRA President Randall Goldman.
“It’s the perfect time of year for both locals and visitors to explore
Charleston’s ever-evolving culinary scene and we are so excited
to be offering new restaurants and new menus for diners to
experience in January.”
Over 100 restaurants participate in Charleston Restaurant
Week twice a year (both in September and January). Newcomers
joining the roster this January include Grace & Grit, Ink N
Ivy and Pearlz Oyster Bar.
Charleston Restaurant Week now includes the South
Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association’s (SCRLA)
installment of Restaurant Week Carolina, set from January
11-21. For a list of restaurants participating in Charleston
Restaurant Week, to view menus and to make reservations, visit 
charlestonrestaurantassociation.com.
 January 20
ONGOING
Mondays
WHAT: Memoir Writing Circle  rate.
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 finger paints,
a puppet stage, a sandbox,
and more. $6 Members/$9
Non-Members. To register visit
CharlestonMuseum.org.
Thursdays
WHAT: Mah Jongg Nights
(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.
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
admission. To register visit
CharlestonMuseum.org.
Saturday, Jan. 20
WHAT: Off-Road Duathlon
WHERE: Laurel Hill County Park
WHEN: Race begins at 8:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Three-part race
will feature a two-mile run
followed by a seven-mile bike
ride and will finish with another
two-mile run, on scenic off-
road trails. The race is open to
ages 16 and up. Registration
is now open and is available at
CharlestonCountyParks.com or
by calling 843.795.4386. Fees to
participate are $45; Move It Pass
members receive a discounted
WHAT: Beach Lovers Book Club:
My Ántonia (adult)
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 I’on Avenue
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Celebrate the 100th
anniversary of the publication
of "My Ántonia" by Willa Cather.
Light refreshments provided.
843.883.3914.
WHAT: Felt and Fleece Scarves
(children)
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 I’on Avenue
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Craft a unique fleece
or felt scarf using colorful strips
and bits. 843.883.3914.
Sunday, Jan. 21
WHAT: Wild Dunes Author Series
WHERE: Sweetgrass Pavilion, IOP
WHEN: 1:45 p.m. arrival, program
at 2 p.m.
MORE INFO: Mary Kay Andrews
and Nancy Thayer join moderator
Mary Alice Monroe for a lively
conversation about their books
and personal lives.  Tickets $40
general public, $35 Wild Dunes
members. Goo.gl/AprRAi for
tickets and information.
Is l a nd E y e C a l e nda r
WHAT: Oysters in the Outback
WHERE: Palmetto Islands County
Park
WHEN: 1-4 p.m.
MORE INFO: East Cooper Meals
on Wheels 5th annual Oyster
Roast. Family friendly event with
barbecue, live music and plenty
of oysters. Tickets are $35/adults,
$10/kids. For details and tickets
visit ECMOW.org.
Monday, Jan. 22
WHAT: Pop-Up Dinner
WHERE: Coastal Provisions, the
Boardwalk Inn at Wild Dunes
WHEN: 6 p.m.
MORE INFO: 2Nixons Chef Jeffrey
Stoneberger will prepare a ramen
dinner paired with craft cocktails.
Reservations recommended,
843.886.2200.
Tuesday, Jan. 23
WHAT: POE-etry Writers Group
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 I’on Avenue
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Gather with fellow
poets to share and improve your
work. 843.883.3914.
Thursday, Jan. 25
WHAT: Felt and Fleece Scarves
(children)
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 I’on Avenue
WHEN: 2:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Craft a unique fleece
or felt scarf using colorful strips
and bits. 843.883.3914.
Friday, Jan. 26
WHAT: Light the Night
WHERE: Hampstead Square
WHEN: 4:30-6:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Charleston Moves
and MUSC host a free bicycle
safety event. Bike lights and
spoke cards free while supplies
last. 50 free helmets available to
kids who participate in the bike
course. Visit CharlestonMoves.org
for details.
Saturday, Jan. 27
WHAT: F.T. Stack Memorial
Oyster Roast
WHERE: IOP Exchange Club
WHEN: 4-7 p.m.
MORE INFO: IOP Exchange Club
hosts its annual oyster roast
featuring the finest, select oysters
around. Live music, raffle. Bring
your own knife and towel. Limited
to first 425 participants. Tickets
are $35 in advance/$40 at the
door if available. Visit IOPRoast.
com to purchase.
WHAT: Sand Dollar Schooling
Horse Show Series
WHERE: Mullet Hall Equestrian Center
WHEN: 7 a.m.
MORE INFO: Events include
Hunter, Jumper, and Open shows
consisting of Hunter, Equitation,
and Western. Spectators are
invited to enjoy the shows for free.
Visit CCPRC.com for details.
WHAT: Adult Archery
WHERE: Johns Island County Park
WHEN: 2-3:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Ages 18 and up.
Learn about the basics of archery,
including use of equipment,
course protocols, and safety. You
will receive coaching to improve
skills and shoot in fun and
game-style formats. Regulation
equipment is provided to all
participants for use during this
course. $15. To register call
843.795.4386.
WHAT: Last Tango in NGC
4993: How an Interstellar
Dance of Death Is Changing our
Perceptions of the Universe
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 I’on Avenue
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Join Dr. Luke
Sollitt, Ph.D., Assistant Professor
of Physics at The Citadel, for an
exciting peek into technological
space exploration. Gravity waves
are distortions of spacetime that
were first predicted by Albert
Einstein in 1916. Even Einstein
thought they were so faint that
they would never be detected.
That all changed in 2015, when
the LIGO detector made the first
observations of black hole – black
hole mergers. We will discuss how
gravitational waves are produced,
their effects on spacetime (and
on Earth), and how they are
detected by the LIGO and VIRGO
detectors. This talk will be aimed
at a non-specialist audience.
843.883.3914.
WHAT: Sticks and String Craft Group
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 I’on Avenue
WHEN: 12:00 p.m.
MORE INFO: Bring a knitting,
crochet or needlework
project. Beginners welcome.
843.883.3914.
Tuesday, Jan. 30
WHAT: The Risks of Offshore
Drilling
WHERE: Live Oak Hall at the
Lake House
WHEN: 4 p.m.
MORE INFO: Sea Island Action
Network hosts Peg Howell. Howell
is a petroleum engineer, former oil
rig supervisor, and now a leader
in the Lowcountry’s opposition
to oil drilling off our coast. To
register and for more info email
SeaIslandsActionNetwork@gmail.com.
Friday, Feb. 2
WHAT: 4th Annual Surf and Ale Bash
WHERE: Charleston Music Hall
WHEN: Doors 6:30, show 7 p.m.
February 10
MORE INFO: Carolina Surf
Brand hosts the 4th annual
surf film festival to benefit the
Surfrider Foundation. Sponsored
by Lowtide Brewing, Icemule
Cooler, Mex1 and Parrot Surf
Shop. Numerous beers on tap,
food and line-up of six short
films. For details and tickets visit
CharlestonMusicHall.com.
Wednesday, Feb. 7
WHAT: Wine and Food pairing
WHERE: Coastal Provisions, the
Boardwalk Inn at Wild Dunes
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Five course
Wines of Concha y Toro dinner.
Each Chilean inspired course
paired with the best wines of
Concha y Toro- one of Chile’s
oldest and most distinguished
wineries. $120/seat (plus tax &
gratuity). Call 800.845.8880 to
reserve tickets.
Saturday, Feb. 10
WHAT: Front Beach Crawl & Raffle
WHERE: Front Beach, Windjammer
WHEN: 1-4 p.m.
MORE INFO: Concert and raffle to
support local businesses and the
IOP Exchange Club. Event entry
is $20 and raffle tickets are $100
each. Both can be purchased at
IOPExchange.org/IOPCrawl.
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Archery range includes J

ohns Island County Park has added a
new 3-D course to its archery range

new 3-D course

area. The new course, which opened
in October, simulates bow hunting and
features 20 targets.
The 3-D course is a format in which
archers walk in search of 20 targets
BY SARAH REYNOLDS resembling animals commonly found in
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS wooded areas of the Lowcountry. Each
target is made of high-density foam. The
3-D course is within walking distance from
the main six-target archery range, which
opened at Johns Island County Park in
March 2017. This static archery range
features six targets that range from 10 to
50 feet in distance.

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Both archery facilities are open daily from
sunrise to sunset, and all participants must
bring their own equipment including bows
and arrows. Field tips only are permitted; p
crossbows are not allowed. Admission to J
the archery range and 3-D course is $1
per person or free with Charleston County e
Parks’ Gold Pass. Ages 16 and under must h
be accompanied by an adult. 1
The range and 3-D course are accessible s
from the second park entrance on Mullet w
Hall Road. Johns Island County Park is p
located at 2662 Mullet Hall Road (off of a
River Road) on Johns Island and is also the t
site of Mullet Hall Equestrian Center. p
Johns Island County Park and Mullet w
Hall Equestrian Center offer pristine a
scenery featuring 20 miles of equestrian U
and pedestrian trails winding through i
southern pines and moss-draped oaks, l
alongside open meadows and farm fields.  o
For more information on the Johns Island w
County Park archery range, including rules for w
l
participation, visit charlestoncountyparks.
Archery course at the Johns Island County Park. com or call 843.795.4386. 
PHOTO COURTESY OF CCPRC
January 19, 2018
University School of Oysters in the Outback
the Lowcountry hosts
open house
STUDENTS INVITED TO TOUR
BY SARAH VEGA
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
U
niversity School of the
Lowcountry (USL) will
host an open house for
prospective students on Monday,
Jan. 22 at 6 p.m.
USL provides an educational
environment for curious, kind,
high-achieving third through
12th grade students. Prospective
students and their families
will participate in a formal
presentation from 6:15-7 p.m.,
as well as have the opportunity
to interact with current students,
parents, and faculty. There
will be time beforehand and
afterward for questions about
USL’s experience-based learning,
individualized academics,
leadership & life skills focus, and
other topics of interest. Tours
will also be offered for those who
would like to see more of USL’s
learning environment.
Please RSVP to 843.884.0902
or jhubbard@uslowcountry.
org. The USL campus is located
at 690 Coleman Blvd. in Mount
Pleasant.
University School of the
Lowcountry (USL) is a non-profit,
501(c)(3) tax-exempt independent
school serving students from
third through 12th grade. USL is
a non-sectarian school for high-
achieving, nice, curious students
emphasizing individualized
academics, experiential learning,
and a strong sense of community.
USL is accredited by the South
Carolina Independent School
Association and is celebrating
its 11th year of serving children
and families throughout the
greater Charleston area. For
more information please visit
USLowcountry.org or call
843.884-0902.
BENEFIT FOR EAST COOPER
MEALS ON WHEELS
BY HOLLY FISHER
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
J
oin East Cooper Meals on
Wheels for its fifth annual
Oyster Roast presented by
Crews Subaru. Oysters in the
Outback is a family-friendly
event with plenty of oysters,
barbecue and live music. The
event is 1-4 p.m. Sunday,
Jan. 21 at Palmetto Islands
County Park in Mount Pleasant.
Tickets are $35 for adults, $20
for everything but oysters and
$10 for children. Guests will
be required to pay the park
admission fee ($2 per person;
free for Gold Pass members and
children 2 and under).
In November, Crews Subaru
of Charleston presented East
Cooper Meals on Wheels with a
2018 Subaru Outback as part of
the annual Share the Love event,
a national effort that donates to
causes in the local community.
The vehicle will be on display at
Oysters in the Outback.
Guests will enjoy live music
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from The Sayer McShane Band
while shucking oysters provided
by The Noisy Oyster. Local
chefs and organizations also
will compete for top prize in
the barbecue competition. Hot
dogs, beer, wine and soft drinks
are also included in the ticket
price. Purchase tickets online at
ecmow.org.
East Cooper Meals on Wheels
delivers daily nutrition to
residents within its service area
(Mount Pleasant, Daniel Island,
Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island,
Cainhoy or Wando) who are
homebound or unable to provide
their own meals. Recipients have
physical or mental limitations or
short-term physical limitations
(such as recovery from surgery or
chemotherapy). The organization
also advocates on behalf of
recipients whose needs exceed
the scope of its program.

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
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. $$
843.972.1780
deromaspizza.com
1948 Long Grove Dr, Mt Pleasant
Eggs Up Grill
Relaxed chain serving a menu of
island eats
week. Delivery available. $
882-8088
www.thecoopsi.com
2019 Middle St, Sullivan's Island
The Dinghy
Laid back Key West Vibe, great
food options, unique beers on
tap, spacious side porch, and live
music. $-$$
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. $$
883-3131
www.teamteambbq.com
2209 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Island Ice Frozen Yogurt
All organic frozen yogurt, with
gluten free and vegan options.
Toppings are all natural or
organic. Local coffee and teas. $
885-7079
www.islandiceyogurt.com
1515 C Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Morgan Creek Grill
Relax with a front row seat on
the Intracoastal Waterway while
enjoying fresh seafood and
southern hospitality. $$
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
Pizza 450
Sizable pizza joint serving hefty
pies and housemade ice cream,
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.
$$
843.388.3177
rustyruddermtp.com
plus breakfast & coffee. $$
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
3563 N Hwy 17, Mt Pleasant
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
 FINANCIAL FOCUS
January 19, 2018 23

When do you need a financial advisor? 

BY DIMI MATOUCHEV
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

I
f you could accomplish all your financial
goals just by putting your paycheck into the
bank every couple of weeks, you wouldn’t
need the services of a financial advisor. But life
isn’t that simple and so, at some point, you may
realize you need some professional assistance.
But when?
Actually, you might benefit from the services
of a financial advisor during many life events,
including the following:  assistance necessary to ensure fair outcomes
Starting your career – When you’re starting
out in your career, you may encounter several
questions related to your benefits package.
Should you contribute to your 401(k) or other
employer-sponsored plan? If so, how much,
and where should you invest your money? Are
the life and disability insurance policies offered
by your employer sufficient for your needs? A
financial advisor can help you answer these and
other questions you may have.
Getting married – When you get married,
you’ll have to decide if, and how, you want to
combine your finances. Also, you and your
spouse may have different attitudes about investing and different
tolerances for risk. A financial professional can help you find common
ground.
Changing jobs – When you switch jobs, what should you do with
your old employer’s retirement plan? And how should you invest in
the plan offered by your new employer? As was the case when you
first began your career, you may find that a financial professional
can help you make the right choices.
Facing a layoff or buyout – You may never go through a layoff,
or take a buyout offer from an employer, but if either of these events
happen, you will face some financial decisions. And during such
a potentially stressful period, you may be tempted to make some
financial moves that won’t be beneficial. A financial advisor can
suggest some strategies that may help you keep your investment
situation relatively intact until you land your next job.
Saving for college – If you have children whom you’d like to send
to college someday, you’ll probably want to
start putting money away as early as possible.
A financial professional can show you the
various college-savings vehicles, and help you
choose the ones that are most appropriate for
your needs.
Getting divorced – If you are fortunate, you
won’t ever experience a divorce, but, if it does
happen, you’ll want to get the professional
for everyone. You’ll obviously need to work
with an attorney, but you may find that, in
the area of investments, a financial advisor
also can be useful.
Entering retirement – As you near
retirement, your key questions will switch, but
not entirely, from putting money in to taking
money out. How much can you withdraw
each year from your 401(k) and IRA without
running the risk of outliving your resources?
When should you start taking Social Security?
If you were to work a couple of years longer
than you had originally intended, how would
it affect your withdrawal strategies? Again, a financial advisor can
help you with these issues. 
As you can see, most important life events will carry some financial
concerns. But you don’t have to face these challenges alone and
by getting the help you need, when you need it, you can ease the
transition from one stage of life to another. 
Dimi Matouchev is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, located
at 1505 Palm Boulevard, Isle of Palms. For more information, call
843.886.9229 or visit edwardjones.com.

Breac h Inlet Tide Char t

Date High Tide Low Tide
Jan 19 9:13am/9:17pm 2:38am/3:18pm
Jan 20 9:46am/9:52pm 3:16am/3:55pm
Jan 21 10:20am/10:32pm 3:56am/4:33pm
Jan 22 10:58am/11:18pm 4:40am/5:16pm
Jan 23 11:44am 5:31am/6:04pm
Jan 24 12:11am/12:39pm 6:30am/6:58pm
Jan 25 1:12am/1:41pm 7:37am/7:58pm
Jan 26 2:19am/2:49pm 8:47am/9:01pm
Jan 27 3:27am/3:57pm 9:55am/10:04pm
Jan 28 4:34am/5:02pm 10:58am/11:05pm
Jan 29 5:36am/6:02pm 11:56am
Jan 30 6:35am/7:00pm 12:03am/12:50pm
Jan 31 7:29am/7:54pm 112:58am/1:42pm
Feb 1 8:21am/8:47pm 1:52am/2:31pm

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

www.islandeyenews.com