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September 25, 2015
Isle of Palms
Goat Island Dewees Island
No election on
IOP this year
BUCKHANNON, LOFTUS
REFLECT ON TENURE
BY JENNIFER TUOHY
ISLAND EYE NEWS EDITOR
he City of Isle of Palms Nov. 3

election will not take place, following
no write-in candidates stepping up
to file and create competition for seats
on the City's council and Water and
Sewer Commission.
When there are an equal number of
candidates to vacancies the City is not
required to hold an election. According
to the Charleston County Elections and
Voter Registration Board, the section
of code in SC election law 7-13-190,
states that if there are four seats to fill
and four people file, at the end of filing
there is a 14 day period day to wait to
see if anyone who wishes to run as a
write in candidate steps forward. If no
one does then the municipality, under
that section of law, is not required to
run the election. The City of Isle of Palms
has informed the Board that it will not
be proceeding with the election. Jimmy
Ward and Jimmy Carroll will keep their
seats and newcomers Ted Kinghorn
and Carol Rice will take the place of
Michael Loftus and Ryan Buckhannon
who will step down at the end of their
current terms. Jay Leigh and Diann Fill
will take seats on the Water and Sewer
Commission.
The time that I have been involved
with the City of IOP has been a great
experience, from three years on the
Planning Commission to eight years on
City Council, Loftus said of his decision
not to run for re-election. From day
one, my goal was to make a difference
and improve the island for the residents.
I am pleased with what has been
accomplished and the direction we are
going.
I decided to take a break from the
City to focus on my recruiting practice
Election continues on page 5
Turtle Team members, Bev

Ballow, right with a Kemp's
Ridley, and Sherry Fox with a
Green turtle, help release these
now healthy creatures
PHOTO BY BARB BERGWERF
Saying goodbye to the turtles

A Q U A R I U M R E L E A S E S 3 D I F F E R E N T S P E C I E S AT
LAST TURTLE RELEASE OF THE YEAR
STAFF REPORT
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
rare occurrence happened last week

at the Isle of Palms County Park, three
different species of sea turtles were set
free to make their way back to the Atlantic
Ocean.
Wednesday, Sept. 16 the four sea turtles, a
green, a Kemps ridley and two loggerheads,
returned to the ocean after successful
rehabilitation by the South Carolina
Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Program. All
four were brought to the hospital after being
found sick or injured in the wild, including
one loggerhead found with plastics in its
digestive system.
Hundreds of onlookers came to watch the
release, and the spectators were at least ten
deep behind the ropes. The release marks
176 threatened and endangered sea turtles
rehabilitated and released into the wild by
the Sea Turtle Rescue Program.
Midway and Pawley: Two juvenile
loggerhead sea turtles were both found
stranded on Pawleys Island, S.C., the
INSIDE THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
GREEN HEART
GREEN
THUMBS
Pg 11
ART THERAPY
AND
CHAMPAGNE
Pg 22
Turtles continues on page 8
BAND OF
BIRDS
Pg 23
September 25, 2015
CIVIC
Message from the Mayor of Sullivan's Island

T H E Y ' R E O N LY ' T O Y S ' U N T I L Y O U N E E D T H E M
Dear Island Neighbors,

Sept. 16, 2015 - Well, Labor Day has come
and gone. I hope your holiday was safe and
enjoyable, albeit now only a dim memory.
Time was, that would have been the end
of the season, but todaynot so much. This
year it seemed our beach season started
around Easter, way before Memorial Day,
and at least as of the first weekend after
Labor Day, we still had more than our usual
non-season share of visitors and traffic.
The Cost of Living in Paradise
We welcome our Lowcountry neighbors
and other visitors to the greatest extent
possible, but many people dont realize the
support that this huge daily rise in our
population requires.
On a summer Sunday, we can have roughly
6,000 visitors to Sullivans Island. Since
our (2010 census) estimated population of
residents is only 1,792, that means that on
such a weekend day, the Islands population
quadruples!
What are the consequences? Heres a fun
fact: the Town has approximately 180 ninety-
gallon trashcans at our many public beach

paths. The cans are emptied twice each week
from May to mid-September, so that means
that our waste contractor empties as many
as 7,200 cans during the season (180 cans
X 20 weeks X 2/week). Theoretically, that
could represent more than 600,000 gallons
of debris left by beachgoers and removed by
the Town.
And recall that none of that debris
originated on the beach.
Keeping People Safe
For a town with a resident population of
less than 2,000, other numbers show that
the summer public safety requirements
of our island far surpass what might be
expected for a Mayberry By The Sea. Our
police had 3,020 calls June through August.
But since we are talking about beach
visitors, perhaps the most compelling
evidence of the public safety responsibilities
which the Town must face is this: As of the
date this was written, our Fire and Rescue
Squad had had about 60 calls for assistance
on the beach in 2015, including 16 neardrownings, and tragically, one
drowning.
We are very fortunate to have
OUR FIRE AND RESCUE SQUAD HAD HAD ABOUT 60 CALLS
our
phenomenal resource of highly
FOR ASSISTANCE ON THE BEACH IN 2015, INCLUDING 16
trained professional firefighters
NEAR-DROWNINGS, AND TRAGICALLY, ONE DROWNING. and a larger number of highly
trained volunteers as members
www.islandeyenews.com
Pat O'Neil.
of our fire and rescue squad. They are an

amazingly dedicated and multi-talented
group. We should all be grateful for, and
comforted by, their commitment and service.
So Why All The Vehicles and
Watercraft?
But even the most skillful folks cannot
accomplish beach rescues, much less water
rescues hundreds or thousands of yards
offshore, in critical seconds if they have to
run from Middle Street or swim out from the
beach. Fortunately our first responders have
Mayor continues on page 4
September 25, 2015
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

A special thanks
Dear Editor,
I would like to take this
opportunity to especially thank
the Sullivan's Island Business
Association, their employees
along with the island residents
for taking the initiative to keep
the business district and the
outlying areas clean. I even like
the fact that they also include
the beach. Many thanks to all
involved.
Leo Fetter
Sullivan's Island
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Council should not consider
zoning change
Dear Editor,
Unfortunately, the majority of
island residents are not aware
that an island wide Zoning
ordinance change is being
seriously discussed at Sullivans
Island Planning Commission
and Sullivans Island Town
Council. The wholesale change
to the SI Zoning Code is
being considered simply to
accommodate one particular
instance but will then in effect
allow independent accessory
structures
(freestanding
accessory/gathering/party
structure with no residential
structure) on any lot adjacent
to any home on Sullivans
Island. This is neither prudent

nor in the best interest of
the overall Sullivans Island
residential community. To do
so clearly opens the door wide
for a patchwork of similar type
structures and uses on what are
residentially zoned lots among
existing homes anywhere on the
island.
The establishment of a
conservation easement to allow
such an anomaly, is a creative
device and a gesture that is
generally appreciated if a
parcel, as well as the reasons
for establishing the easement
merit it. One would expect that
the genuine intent and goal of
such an easement would be to
protect or preserve a unique
or
contributing
landscape
feature, wildlife, greenspace
or waterway, etc. Successful
instances of such among
residential communities do not
result in a more than likely
negative impact to adjacent
or surrounding homes and
their value. This device and
those organizations that grant
them should not be used as
the vehicle to secure a private
accessory/gathering/party
structure.
If a unique condition
warrants the granting of a
variance or an easement to a
singular parcel of property, that
is truly all well and good and
that path should be pursued. I
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hope and expect that SI Town
Council will acknowledge the
true intent and clear result,
financial and otherwise, of this
proposed change and reject it
without belaboring the issue
any further. Thank you.
Eddie Fava
Sullivan's Island
Editor's Note: The Planning
Commission's report on the
proposal to allow stand-alone
structures and recreational uses
on residential lots where there
is no primary residence will be
conveyed to the Council during
its Sept. 21 meeting. The next
step would be for Council to
decide whether a Committee of
Council will study the draft text
amendment or if the item will be
placed on the next Town Council
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Mayor continues from page 2
a number of options available to
get them where they need to be,
when they need to be there.
In this years beach rescue
calls, the most used vehicles to
get responders to the beach were
the Polaris rescue vehicle (which
can then quickly transport beach
victims for treatment or further
transport), and our rescue truck
which pulls our jet skis. The jet
skis were used about 75 percent
of the time for calls from the
beach and have proved critical
in preventing drownings.
The squad also used its 18foot and 20-foot powerboats to
respond to distress calls as far
out as the jetties and beyond,
throughout the harbor, and in
the Intracoastal Waterway. But
these kinds of calls do not occur
only during nice beach weather
days! Our folks get such calls
day and night, summer and
winter.Our boats have been very
useful for these calls, but are
often not whats really needed by
the situation.
How much of our Town taxes
went to pay for those vehicles
and watercraft? Basically, none.
Most of the money came from
funds raised by our Volunteers,
via the annual Oyster Roast
and Fish Fry events. Those
wonderful community events,
that help us happily mark our

Island calendars, have as their
primary purpose keeping people
safe!
Recently, our rescue squad
took delivery of a watercraft
far more suited to the most
challenging needs throughout
the waters that surround
us. Funded by a FEMA Ports
Security Grant (and no Town
taxes), this 32-foot aluminumhulled catamaran will permit
our responders to get to people
and situations much more
quickly and safely in all weather
conditions. Further, it has
firefighting pumper capability
to fight fires on watercraft off
our beach and throughout the
harbor, securing the safety of
both the people onboard other
craft and the entire Charleston
harbor.
Sonext time someone says
to you, I see all those boats,
jet skis and vehicles at the
Fire Station, why are our taxes
paying for all those TOYS?
now you know the rest of the
story.
And, remember, theyre only
toys until YOU need them.
Thanks to Fire Chief Anthony
Stith and Town Administrator
Andy Benke for providing the
information in this column.
September 25, 2015
MISSING
Dear Neighbors,
We have lost our kitty named Cotton He is a
three year old male, grey and white long haired.
He is chipped but is not wearing a collar.! Please
keep a lookout for him - we miss him dearly!
Anne and Rusty Bennett
(843)345-2571!
Pat ONeil, Mayor,

cell 843.670.9266.
September 25, 2015

Election continues from cover
and family, and also to allow more time for
travel. I wish the next City Council much
success and look forward to continued
improvements.
Councilmember
Buckhannon
is
stepping down after 16 years of service to
the City.
When I was first elected to council,
my triplets were 6 months old, this year
they turned 16 and started their junior
year of high school, he said. "This
experience has been just as much theirs
as it has been mine and hopefully my
time on council has taught them about
the importance of community service,
leadership and principles. Sonya and I
plan on focusing our energy on the last
two years they have at Wando and getting
them ready for college or whatever path
they choose. I have tried to instill in my
boys to leave things better than how you
found them, and hopefully I was able to
accomplish that while serving on council.
I feel that I have done all that I can do
from the position that I currently serve
the residents. When I started getting
complaints from residents about their
neighbors' grass being too high, and not
their taxes, I felt it was time to redirect my
focus on other causes. I am excited about
taking on a new challenge and working
with the youth ministry program on the
island. I look forward to their mission
work and the outreach they have to offer.
If, in the future, an opportunity presents
itself that I may serve the residents of IOP
in a position other than councilmember,
I may take a look. I would like to thank
all who have supported me these past 16
years, I am indebted to them."
'Aging Gracefully' kicks off second

season of lively discussions
BY DELORES SCHWEITZER
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
he Edgar Allan Poe Branch Library welcomed

Lt. Mandy Hawver of the Sullivans Island
Fire Department on Friday, Sept. 18, for a
First Responder Question and Answer session.
Lt. Hawver shared her personal story of becoming
an emergency medical response provider and
firefighter, as well as her own experiences on
the customer side of the 911 call when seeking
assistance for friends and family.
Fielding questions ranging from how they
evaluate medical conditions on a call, to the best
way to convey critical information about allergies
and medications, to the proper placement of Do
Not Resuscitate orders, to the difference between
calling 911, the non-emergency dispatch
(843.743.72000), and the Fire Administration
(843.883.9944) numbers, Lt. Hawver provided
helpful information about the types of services
she and the SIFD team deliver. She also advocated
strongly for the Vial of Life as a means to
share critical information with first responders
regarding medications, allergies, and emergency
contact information, and she left a supply of
these tools for library visitors who were unable
to come to the program. Ask at the circulation
desk of the library for more information.
The Aging Gracefully speaker series began
at Poe in the fall of 2014 as a chance for locals to
gather and talk about strategies for safeguarding
emotional, physical and social wellbeing in later
years. Guest speakers covered topics ranging
from choosing happiness to creating plans
for successfully aging in place. The second
series will dive deeper into issues of safety and
personal well-being, meeting on a monthly basis

from September to November 2015 and January
to May 2016.
On Friday, October 2 at 10:30 a.m., Dana
Madanski, community education representative
for the Greater Charleston Chapter of the
National Aging in Place Council, will present
Surviving Change. Whether it is the loss of a
loved one, a change of residence, family moving
away, or a change in health, it is a challenge to
navigate dramatic twists and turns in life. Ms.
Madanski will provide tips on how to survive the
change, receive support from others and collect
resources to help in the transition.
On Friday, November 13 at 10:30 a.m.,
Donna German, Seniors Citizens Advocate for
the Mt. Pleasant Police Department, will present
Guarding against Financial Fraud. Ms. German
holds degrees in Organizational Management and
Counseling, and she is a certified Victim Service
Provider with additional background working for
the 9th Circuit Solicitors Office and the legal
division of the SC Department of Social Services.
She will offer advice on how to spot online and
phone scams and know your rights if someone
tries to take advantage of you financially.
All programs are held at the Edgar Allan Poe
Branch Library, 1921 Ion Avenue, Sullivans
Island. Reservations are requested to ensure
adequate seating. Call 843.883.3914 or email
schweitzerd@ccpl.org for details or to suggest a
topic for future Aging Gracefully sessions.
Home tour helps Charleston Pro Bono
September 25, 2015
E N J O Y A R T O N T H E B E A C H A N D M E E T C H E F S I N T H E K I T C H E N AT A N N U A L F U N D R A I S E R
or sixteen years the popular

fundraiser Art on the Beach
& Chefs in the Kitchen has
drawn hundreds of visitors to
Sullivans Island for an afternoon
house tour replete with over 25
artists selling their creations, live
music and tasty treats from chefs
and food purveyors. On Sunday,
Nov. 8 several architecturally
significant houses, artists studios
and an historic battery will be part
of the tour benefiting Charleston
Pro Bono Services which provides
free legal aid to over 800 people in
our community each year. With
so many situations requiring
a lawyer, Charleston Pro Bono
Services ensures that the doors of
justice are open to all, regardless
of income. They match low income
clients with attorneys to help solve
problems ranging from custody to
contractual issues to paternity.
Typical of their cases is David
who, when he approached the
agency, was living in a camper
after losing his job due to years
of severe bad health. The Social
Security
Administration
had
already denied his claim twice
but with the help of a volunteer
attorney from Charleston Pro Bono,
David received a favorable decision
that provided a monthly income.
Another client, Mr. Morris, came
seeking visitation of his son. Since
he was not married to the mother
of the child, SC law had awarded
the mother full custody. With the
help of a volunteer attorney, Mr.
Morris is now able to visit his
son weekly. Volunteer lawyers
VOLUNTEERS GIVE THE HISTORIC SITE A REFRESH
BY CAROL ANTMAN
BY JENNIFER TUOHY
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
Art on the Beach returns this November with new cause to support.
also helped Ms. Betty who was

being harassed by a usurious loan
company who had taken advantage
of her poor mental health. With
the help she received, the loans
were resolved. Another client,
Mrs. Guerrero needed a spelling
error on her sons birth certificate
corrected. The error had created
an avalanche of problems with
school enrollment and obtaining
a passport. After the resolution
she said, Im very grateful to the

attorneys who helped us so much.
What may be a routine case for the
volunteer lawyers is often critically
important to the hundreds of
clients who seek aid each year
since the complexities of the legal
system can often be confusing and
frustrating.
Over 30 artists are scheduled to
be on site during the tour to talk
to patrons about and sell their
Thomson Park gets new walls
creations ranging from wearable

art to paintings. Many artists
come every year including jewelry
maker Marion Berry who said
after last year, Totally enjoyed
being an artist at this event. Had
a great time meeting everyone
that came by and shopped with
me. The celebrated poster artist
this year is John Michael Hoffman
whose impressionistic paintings
are full of vigor, vitality and
texture. He will be meeting people
at Sandpiper Gallery on Middle
Street that day.
During the event, patrons can
drive or bicycle around Sullivans
Island using a map provided with
their tickets. A new option this
year offers a VIP ticket with party
bus transportation.
Sponsors
include
Jerry
and Cheryl Kaynard, Blalock
Family and Urgent Care and
area restaurants including the
Old Village Post House, The
Americano, Mrs. Sassards, Bulls
Bay Saltworks, Palmetto Brewery,
Island Eye News, and The Granary.
For more information, visit the
Art on the Beach Facebook page.
Tickets for Art on the Beach and
Chefs in the Kitchen are $40 in
advance, $45 the day of the tour or
VIP tickets for $100 which includes
lively, comfortable transportation
with libations and commemorative
gifts. Tickets may be purchased on
line at www.charlestonprobono.
org, at Sandpiper Gallery on
Sullivans Island or at the ticket
booth at Battery Gadsden (1917
IOn) on Nov. 8 starting at noon.
ISLAND EYE NEWS EDITOR
homson Park at Breach Inlet, the replacement logs, volunteers

between Isle of Palms and are covering incidental expenses,
Sullivans Island has had a and the contractors are providing
face lift. The palmetto log walls had generous discounts and pro bono
deteriorated significantly since the services.
park opened four years ago, and a
Volunteers from the islands,
group of volunteers, with the help including Dean Schmelter and
of Bill Watson of Carolina Tree Wayne Stelljes, spent a day
Brokers, disassembled the walls, treating the new logs with the
treated the new logs with a wood special wood preservative before
preservative and rebuilt more Bill Watson reassembled the walls
more durable walls.
This
park
is
a
great example of an
effective
public-private
THIS PARK IS A GREAT EXAMPLE OF AN
partnership,
Doug
EFFECTIVE
PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP.
MacIntyre, a Sullivan's
~Doug MacIntyre
Island resident and a
driving force behind the
park, said. A citizens
group helped me raise money and with the treated logs raised off the
build the park, which we gave to ground to extend the useful life of
the Town of Sullivans Island at the the exhibits.
dedication in 2011. The Town owns
The park, which opened 4 years
the land and the park and performs ago is a small interpretive park
routine maintenance such as that commemorates the important
mowing and trash collection. action that occurred there during
Volunteers keep the park attractive the Battle of Sullivans Island in
and relevant by maintaining the the American Revolution.
website, taking care of the plants,
According to the park's website,
answering
visitors
questions, www.thomsonpark.wordpress.
and flying the US flag on special com, in June 1776, American
occasions. The Town is paying for patriots repelled a land and
PHOTOS BY DOUG MACINTYRE
sea invasion by a British force

exceeding 5,000 soldiers and
sailors from Sullivan's Island.
Arriving in some 60 ships, the
British expected an easy victory
over the outmanned and outgunned
revolutionaries.
Instead,
they
suffered an embarrassing defeat.
Colonel William Moultrie and 435
men inside Fort Sullivan heroically
defeated
the
British
navys
bombardment,
while
Colonel
William Danger Thomson and

780 men on the bank of Breach
Inlet turned back the British armys
attack. This Patriot victory boosted
revolutionary spirits throughout
the colonies in the summer of the
Declaration of Independence. After
this defeat the British abandoned
their Southern strategy and
Charles Town remained under
Patriot control for four more years.
September 25, 2015

Turtles continues from cover
morning of June 8, 2015. Midway, found

stranded on a sandbar, was weak, covered with
marine leeches and in clear need of medical
treatment. Once admitted to the Sea Turtle
Hospital, Midway received vitamins, antibiotics,
fluids and supportive care. After three days of
care, Midway also began passing large amounts
of plastic, including plastic bag and balloon
pieces, which likely contributed to his/her
debilitated status.
Pawley, the second smallest loggerhead ever
admitted to the Sea Turtle Hospital, was found
with old boat strike wounds on the back of his/
her shell. It is believed that Pawleys debilitated
condition was ultimately the result of the boat
strike, as the wounds would have resulted
in severe pain and made it extremely hard for
the animal to feed normally. Upon admission,
supportive care including pain medication, fluids
and antibiotics, were administered. After three
months, Pawleys injuries are completely healed
and s/he is ready to return to the open ocean
with Midway.
Barnacle Bob: A juvenile green sea turtle,
Bob underwent one of the most astounding
turnarounds team members have ever seen.
Bob was rescued at Ocean Watersports in
Myrtle Beach after employees noticed Bob
getting tossed around in the surf. Bob was
severely emaciated, covered in barnacles and
in need of immediate medical attention. Bob
was one of the most emaciated turtles ever
admitted to the Sea Turtle Hospital. Aggressive
fluid therapy began immediately along with
antibiotics, parenteral nutrition, and supportive
care. For four months this little turtle received
world-class care, ultimately bringing him/her
back to full health.
Little Laddy: A juvenile Kemps ridley sea
turtle, Laddy is a member of the most

endangered of the seven sea turtle species. He
was accidentally hooked by a fisherman on
Morris Island. Laddy swallowed the hook and
was brought to the Sea Turtle Hospital so the
hook could be safely removed. The Aquariums
veterinarian performed surgery successfully
removing the massive hook situated
dangerously close to Laddys trachea.
Help is needed: As patients like these turtles
receive treatment and are released, it is
important now more than ever to execute the
planned expansion of the Aquariums Sea
Turtle Hospital. The state-of-the-art facility will
significantly increase the capacity to rehabilitate
threatened and endangered sea turtles. The
new facility will be equipped with triage units,
a private intensive care unit, deeper tanks, an
exercise pool, cutting edge medical equipment,
and additional laboratory and life-support
space. Approximately 16,000 guests currently
tour the hospital annually, the expansion of
the hospital onto the Aquariums first floor will
expose all 430,000 annual guests to the rescue,
rehabilitation and release of these threatened
and endangered sea turtles. As a nonprofit,
the Aquarium is looking to the community to
support the construction of this hospital. To
help expand the Sea Turtle Hospitaldonate.
scaquarium.org/donate.
PHOTOS BY BARB BERGWERF
seeking Houses
with stories and
glorious gardens
oes your house have a story? Did it come to you

with a name already ascribed or did an event
prompt you to christen it? The islands' premier
lifestyle magazine, SiP, is looking to feature the stories
behind island homes. If your home has a unique story tied
to its name we would love to hear from you. Email info@
sipmagazinesc.com.
SiP is also seeking to feature unique and creative gardens
on the islands, if you are proud of your horticulture and
would like to see it featured in the glossy pages of SiP
magazine please email info@sipmagazine.com before all
the blooms wither!
September 25, 2015
SIES gets new urban garden
11
SEAMONWHITESIDE AND GREEN HEART PROJECT COMPLETE FIRST

OF 3 URBAN GARDENS FOR SCHOOLS
BY MADDY SPELLERBERG
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
he first urban garden

that has grown out of
a
partnership
between
SeamonWhiteside and the Green
Heart Project was unveiled
last week at Sullivan's Island
Elementary School.
Since
announcing
the
partnership
earlier
this
year, landscape architecture
and
civil
engineering
firm
SeamonWhiteside,
and
local
nonprofit Green Heart, have
solidified plans to design and
construct urban gardens at three
local area schools. On Sept. 18,
the first of those gardens was
opened here on Sullivan's Island.
We can't be more thrilled with
how this project turned out, and
look forward to seeing it in action
with the students of Sullivan's
Island
Elementary
Drew
Harrison, the Executive Director
of Green Heart Project, said.
The partnerships with Sullivans
Island
Elementary
School,
Charleston County School District
and
SeamonWhiteside
have
made our mission of connecting
students to healthy food through
school gardens possible. It truly
was a community effort, and we
The new Urban Garden at Sullivan's Island Elementary.
are ready to get started on our

next project.
Green Heart is a non-profit
organization that builds urban
gardens
and
farm-to-school
programs in the Charleston
area. With a high value placed
on
health,
education
and
community, the Green Heart
Project pairs local volunteers
with students to maintain school
gardens while teaching academic
standards and interpersonal
skills. By doing so it looks to

educate students and volunteers
about healthy, local foods while
fostering lasting relationships
and building community. The
project moved on to its newest
garden beds at Meeting Street
Elementary on Sept. 19.
Our team is looking forward to
working side-by-side with Green
Heart to break ground on the
second urban garden, said Russ
Seamon, the Director of Projects
at
SeamonWhiteside,
which
has assisted through the entire
garden design process including
an architectural consultation,
charette, construction drawings
and budgeting. This partnership
gives us the opportunity to
give back to our community by
doing what we love--building
meaningful spaces for people.
Through
the
hands-on
learning experience of growing
an urban garden, the farmto-school programs put on by
Green Heart teach students
the value of healthy, local food
while
reiterating
classroom
curriculum, teamwork, respect
and entrepreneurship. The school
gardens are maintained through
class sessions and weekly
volunteer hours. From seed to
harvest, students participate in
every aspect of the agricultural
project.
Green
Heart
envisions
sustainable gardens flourishing
across Charleston County, and
there are plans for a third garden
to be constructed before the end
of the 2015-2016 school year.
September 25, 2015
Dragon Boaters clean-up in Canada
13
Steve Conte, left, Andy McMarlin, Alice Bova, and Billy Lempesis with their medals from the 2015 World Dragon Boat Championships.
ISLANDERS BRING HOME GOLD, BRONZE

FROM WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
STAFF REPORT
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
his past month, four lowcountry athletes represented the United

States at the 2015 IDBF World Dragon Boat Championships in
Welland, Canada, and each won medals. Andrew McMarlin of
Sullivan's Island won one gold and three silver medals as part of the
elite US Premier Open Team, Alice Bova of Isle of Palms and Steve Conte
and Billy Lempesis, of Mount Pleasant, won 3 bronze medals, 3 silver
medals, and 3 silver medals respectively on the Senior C Teams (for
athletes who are over 60).
Steve Conte Senior C Men (Open) Division: Silver 2000 Meter
Race, Bronze 200 Meter Races, Bronze 500 Meter Races
Andy McMarlin Premier Men Division: Silver 2000 Meter Race,
Gold 1000 Meter Races, Silver 500 Meter Races, Senior A Mixed
Division: Silver 200 Meter Races
Alice Bova Senior C Women Division: Bronze 2000 Meter Race,
Bronze 200 Meter Races, Bronze 500 Meter Races
Billy Lempesis Senior C Men (Open) Division: Silver 2000
Meter Races, Bronze 200 Meter Races, Bronze 500 Meter
The selection for these teams began in the summer of 2014 and
continued until early August 2015 in order to select the most competitive
teams. Each says that it was a great world championships, but each has
a very different story and path to being selected to represent the United
States in Canada.
Although the youngest of the group, Andy McMarlin is the most
seasoned dragon boater of the Charleston-based paddlers who went to
the championships, making his first US Dragon Boat Team in 2001.
This year he was also one of the oldest US athletes to make the Premier
Boat, which mostly consists of athletes who are training as athletes fulltime and hoping to make US Olympic Teams. Andy's route to dragon
boat racing was similar: he was a US National Team rower, who had won
seven national championships and US Olympic Trials in 1996. When
he started medical school one of his friends from the Olympic rowing
team talked him into training for dragon boating and trying out for the
US national team. He has now raced at nine world championships on
four continents winning nine gold medals and many silver and bronze
medals at the world championship level, and is the US team doctor.
Alice Bovas story is also both hopeful and dramatic. She began dragon
boating as a result of her breast cancer diagnosis in 2007. After her
surgery and treatment she was made aware of a research study being
conducted by Dr Cindy Carter at MUSC. She was studying exercise in
cancer survivors. Alice's exercise choices included walking or dragon
Dragon Boats continues on page 14
Dragon Boats continues from page 13
boating and she chose the latter.

She was hooked from the start.
She says that after 25 years as a
Navy Nurse she was happy to get
on the water to not only exercise
but also meet a group of dedicated
survivors and just appreciate
this beautiful place we call the
lowcountry. Alice joined Dragon
Boat Charleston at the conclusion
of the study. Her first serious
race was with the Breast Cancer
Survivor (BCS) team at the USDBF
National
championships
in
Chattanooga, TN, Her boat came
in second. That team, "Paddles &
Pearls," recently won the National
Championship for Breast Cancer
Survivors in July. After turning 60,
she decided to further challenge
herself to train & try out for the
US National Team for Senior C
(60-years and over) and with the
help of her family, coaches and
the entire Dragon Boat Charleston
team she was successful.
Steve Conte began dragon
boat racing in 2007 with Dragon
Boat Charleston after years of
recreational kayaking, later joining
the competitive dragon boat and
outrigger team Charleston Paddle
Company. Steve has enjoyed
successes in regional competition
throughout the Southeast. He's
been inspired to maintain a high
level of athletic fitness and stepped
up his training even more after
being chosen for the USA 60 and
over team. He says he is hoping
to qualify for more international
competitions after his strong

showing in Canada.
Billy Lempesis, Charleston's
Harbormaster, is also hoping
to head to more international
competitions, though he has
already won one US National Crew
Club Championship in 2010 and
was a US Team member at the
2012 Championships in Milan,
Italy. While dragonboat racing
now sends him around the world
as a national team athlete, he
started dragon boat paddling and
competition 10 years ago at the
Charleston Dragon Boat Festival
on the South Carolina Ports
Authority-sponsored
corporate
team. He says he won his first
medal there, and being a local
watersport enthusiast, was hooked
immediately. Now I continue to
train, paddle and compete year
round, and stay as competitive
as my age will tolerate. Dr. Andy
McMarlin is actually my sports
medicine physician as well as my
paddling advisor, and I credit him
with helping to keep me out on the
water.
Look for these athletes when
you are out on the water all around
the Lowcountry. You'll find them
on outrigger canoes, in kayaks,
on Stand Up Paddleboards, and
of course in dragon boats (at
Brittlebank Park) as they train for
their next competitions. Good luck
and congratulations on jobs well
done in Canada!
September 25, 2015
COMPUTER CORNER
The Town Hall in your

home and why you
shouldn't answer the door
BY BOB HOOPER
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
e have a two-fer for this

column, two for the price
of one .
First lets start with the door
and as with both it's a metaphor
for something, in this case it's
those dang people/robot calls
trying to steal your money! There
are several ways this scam starts
off and all seem either authentic or
at least not harmful. Nowadays it
seems to be you get a big notice on
your screen stating that Microsoft
has detected a virus or that
you need to call right away for
help. You might get a call from
Microsoft Tech or Windows
Tech, even an email directing you
to call immediately as the infection
is growing right now.
Any and all forms are fake. No
one from Microsoft or Windows is
going to start a call to you, send
a pop-up to your computer or
email you. No Canon or HP printer
helpdesk person is suddenly going
to become a Windows or Malware
(virus) expert and help you. Anyone
you have not met or is not a local
business is not out to help you.
Do not let them in your computer.
Just because John with a very
strange Texas accent says he
wants to fix your laptop does not
mean John is the person actually
entering your laptop via the web. It
could be another computer driven
script that is infecting your laptop
so it can work as a Bot to infect
other computers in the future.
Please don't do it. About once or
twice a week I get a call that starts
out, Hey Bob, I think I screwed
up, and I usually end up saying
uh oh, dont tell me you let them
on your laptop.
So again, they are not your
friend, don't believe them Don't
answer the door! As a comic said
We are all full of crazy in here,
don't need anymore.
So let's look at that Town Hall
in your home We all have a street
address that is issued by Town
Hall. So for example Charleston

would issue street addresses to
homes on Broad St. and someone
wanting to visit there would know
how to get to the house using that
address. The metaphor here is
that your wireless router in your
home is Town Hall for your house.
Yep, it sits right in that corner
looking like a little piece of nothing
but in reality there is a big old
town hall in there that is issuing
street addresses to every wireless
device in your home. They are
called IP addresses, you might
have heard that term and it stands
for Internet Protocol. It's the way
all your wireless devices know how
to speak to each other and where
they live, sort of like how to get to
the house on Broad St. The house
on Broad does not move (much)
but the devices in your home can
so the IP address is attached to
them, not the place.
Now you know how that printer
can figure out how to print from the
phone and the laptop because it
knows the address of the phone
and the address of the laptop. The
laptop/phone/printer all know
where each other are because
of the wireless router and the IP
address. If the wireless router is
down or not working right then no
device has an IP address and no
device knows where anything else
is (or where it is). That is why you
might get an IT person who asks if
you have reset the wireless router
when the printer won't print.
An IP Address allows your
laptop to send an email through
the wireless router, to the modem,
to the Internet, to another modem,
router and back to another laptop
so you can order that thingy for
Christmas.
As always if you have questions
or need help you can call or email
me, Rent A Bob at 843.822.7794
or email at rentabob@live.com.
Mandatory 10-digit
dialing is here
15
STAFF REPORT
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
eginning Sept. 19, all local calls must be placed using the
10-digit telephone number (area code plus the 7-digit telephone
number).
To ensure a continuing supply of telephone numbers, a new 854
area code will be added to the 843 area code region, which generally
covers the coastal counties, and principally serves the communities
of Charleston, Hilton Head Island, Myrtle Beach and Florence.
The South Carolina Public Service Commission ordered an Area
Code Overlay for the area served by 843. The new 854 area code will
be overlaid or superimposed over the same geographical area as the
843 area code. Beginning Oct. 19, those in the 843 area code region
requesting new service, an additional line, or in some cases moving
their service may be assigned a number with the 854 area code. The
dialing change paves the way for the addition of the new 854 area
code.
What you need to know:
Existing phone numbers, including current area code, will not
change.
Callers will need to dial area code plus phone number for all
local calls.
Callers will continue to dial 1 plus area code plus phone number
for all long distance calls unless their current plan requires
something different.
What is a local call now will remain a local call.
The price of a call, coverage area or other rates and services will
not change due to the overlay.
Callers can still dial just three digits to reach 911.
What you need to do:
Make sure to identify your telephone number as a 10-digit number
(area code plus 7-digit telephone number), and include the area code
when giving the number to friends, family, business associates and
customers, etc. Make sure all services, automatic dialing equipment,
applications, software, or other types of equipment that are
programmed to dial a 7-digit number have been reprogrammed to
use the new dialing procedure and recognize the new 854 area code
as a valid area code. Some examples are life safety systems or medical
devices, PBXs, fax machines, Internet dial-up numbers, alarm and
security systems, gates, speed dialers, mobile phone contact lists,
call forwarding settings, voicemail services, and similar functions.
For more information, visit the following regulatorystaff.sc.gov.
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FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
he Exchange Clubs of
Isle of Palms and Mount
Pleasant, SC host the 23rd
Annual Isle of Palms Connector
Race for the Child, Oct. 3. A
local tradition, the 10K/5K run/
walk has allowed the clubs, in
cooperation with Isle of Palms
and Mt. Pleasant Recreation
Departments, to raise more than
$1 million to help fight child
abuse and spread prevention
awareness
throughout
the
Charleston-area community.
This years event will feature
a special guest serving as Grand
Marshall, Exchanges National
President
Dan
McQueeney.
McQueeney is a member of the
Exchange Club of Charlestonthe
organizations largest cluband a
Charleston resident. He will offer
participants a gracious welcome
and then officially open the race
in the pace car, accompanied by
his wife Caroline.
I am honored and excited to
serve as Grand Marshall of the
amazing community event. The
Isle of Palms Connector Race for
the Child is the result of dedicated
individuals working diligently to
make it an incredible success!
McQueeney said. The Exchange
Clubs of Isle of Palms and
Mount Pleasant are remarkable

examples
of
Exchangites
inspiring communities to become
better places to live.
Traditionally, the run/walk
welcomes more than 2,000
participants, in addition to
numerous
volunteers
and
community sponsors. Proceeds
from the eventwhich kicks-off at
8 a.m. at the intersection of J.C.
Long and Palm Boulevards and
continue across the Isle of Palms
Connectorwill benefit up to
eight local child abuse prevention
organizations. Runners, walkers,
and volunteers are invited to the
Post Race Celebration, featuring
live music, a beer garden, the
awards ceremony, sponsor tents,
and kids entertainment.
McQueeney was installed as
Exchanges National President in
July 2015 at the organizations
National
Convention
in
Columbus, OH. He is also a
member of the Evening Exchange
Club of Charleston, SC, and the
Exchange Club of James Island,
SC, and will fulfill the role of his
one-year term from Charleston.
For additional info about the
Isle of Palms Connector Race for
the Child, visit www.ioprun.com
September 25, 2015
Sullivans Island friends celebrate 4 years

of bringing Barre to Charleston
17
BY KAYLA BARRETT
f youre tired of your old

exercise routine then Jen
Leitch and Jenn Vannatta of
Sullivan's Island have a solution
for you. Pure Barre is exercise
that combines the use of a
ballet barre with mind-clearing
concentration. It is the perfect
way to revamp the way you
exercise, with no previous dance
experience required.
Leith and Vannatta are the joint
owners of all three Pure Barre
franchise locations in the greater
Charleston area. The first studio
was opened by Jen Leitch in
Mount Pleasant at Patriots Plaza
Shopping Center on Houston
Northcutt Boulevard, and holds
the title of the first Pure Barre
studio in South Carolina.
Leitch, formerly an accountant,
fell in love with Charleston during
a family vacation. Already a lover
of barre exercise, Leitch found
herself wondering why there
wasnt a Pure Barre in the area.
Leitch and her husband moved
their four kids to the Lowcountry,
and after intense training, she
opened her first franchise in
October 2011.
Shortly
after
the
Mount
Pleasant
studio
opened,
Leitch met Vannatta, a former
pharmaceutical sales rep. The
Sullivans
Island
residents
bonded over their love for barre
exercise and the fact that they
both were once competitive
gymnasts. The two quickly
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
Jen and Jenn run the Charleston area's three Pure Barre studios.
became business partners and

best friends.
To have each other is a gift,
Leitch says.
Just a year later, 'The Jens,'
as they are often known, were
approved to open a second studio
and now own and operate Pure
Barre studios in West Ashley and
Downtown.
Vannatta notes that even
larger cities dont have that many
studios in such close proximity.
We work hard; We love it. This
is my happy place, Leitch says,
referring to the original studio. I
feel so thankful to do what I love.
From the day I found Pure Barre
six years ago this is the only
COURTESY PHOTO
fitness I do.
You might be asking yourself:
What is Pure Barre? Pure Barre
is the largest and most successful
barre franchise in the nation.
Carrie Dorr, founder of Pure
Barre, started the business in the
basement of an office building
in Michigan back in 2001,
according to the official website
purebarre.com. Now there are
over 200 studios nationwide and
that number continues to grow.
According to purebarre.com,
by combining small, isolated
movements with lots of reps,
clients can expect to burn calories
and gain lean muscle with fast
results.
The isolated movements force

deep concentration, which can
lead clients to a near meditative
state, just like yoga.
All you can do is focus on what
you are doing in that moment,
Leitch says. You learn to focus
and pay attention.
Not only can you tone your
body like a ballerina, but Pure
Barre allows clients to relieve
stress. It is a low-impact workout
that aims to transform your body
and clear your mind in just under
an hour.
According to Vannatta, one of
the best things about Pure Barre
is that it targets areas where
women struggle the most, like
the abdomen and thighs.
I love Pure Barre because it
works the areas of my body that
I have the most trouble with...
I see results and I feel my body
changing and getting stronger,
says Brooke Kaiser who has
taken several classes at the
Downtown Pure Barre. I also
like how flexible their schedule
is, and they have classes all day
long so there is really no excuse
not to go, adding, ...It never
gets boring.
You wont get lost in the crowd,
either. The maximum size of any
class is 25, to allow for a one-onone experience.
It never gets easier, always
harder, so you never get bored,
Pure Barre continues on page 21
Is l a nd E y e C a l e nda r
September 24
ONGOING DAILY
Mondays
Memoir Writing Circle
10:30 a.m. Come, write and share
your stories. CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue. Call
843.883.3914 for additional info.
Tuesdays
Time for Twos
10:30 a.m. Join Mrs. Mac
for stories, songs and crafts.
Suggested ages 24 - 36 months.
Poe Branch Library, 1921 Ion
Avenue. For more information,
call 843.883.3914.
Team Trivia
8 p.m. Test your trivial knowledge
each Tuesday at Home Team BBQ.
Wiggly Toes Kids Yoga
Fall sessions at the Island Club,
Sullivan's Island start Oct. 13,
and Nov. 10 on Tuesdays 3:304:30 p.m.. For more information
visit wigglytoeskidsyoga.com.
Wednesdays
Cafe Medley Wine Tasting
6 - 8 p.m., $5, $13 with cheese
plate. 2213 Middle St. Middle
Street, Sullivans Island. Call
843.793.4055.
Barn Jam
6 10 p.m. The Awendaw Green
Barn. $5 at the door, all ages
welcome. Enjoy a night of diverse
music from around the globe on
the uniquely bohemian ground
of the Sewee Outpost. Wood fired
pizza and fresh grilled oysters
(while in season) will be available
as well as libations. Visit www.
facebook.com/awendawgreen.
Thursdays
Mah Jongg Nights (adults)
6 p.m. Poes Library hosts Mah
Jongg. Learn to play American
Mah Jongg. No experience
necessary. 1921 Ion Avenue. Call
843.883.3914.
Saturdays
Live Music at Home Team BBQ
Each event begins at 10 p.m. and
costs $5. For more information,
visit www.hometeambbq.com or
call 843.883.3131.
ONGOING
'Trust'
Directed by Michael Smallwood,
this Crabpot Players' production
will have 9 performance dates
from September 18 to October
4. To purchase tickets call at
888.303.0763. The theater is
located at 1137 Johnnie Dodds

Blvd. in the Stuckey Furniture
shopping center off Highway 17 in
Mt. Pleasant.
Yoga Unplugged
Bask in the sights and sounds
of the beach during this moving
sunset yoga series complete
with live acoustic music. Open
to all fitness levels. Register for
six or more classes and receive
a discount. Coupon code:
FITMULTI. 5:45 -6:45 p.m.,
Thursday Oct. 1, Tuesday Oct. 6,
Thursday, Oct. 8. Tuesday, Oct 13,
Thursday, Oct. 15 Meets at: Isle of
Palms County Park, Age: 16 & up,
Fee: $10/$8 CCR Discount
Thursday, September 24
IOP Community Wellness Fair
The City of Isle of Palms has
teamed up with East Cooper
Medical Center to offer free fasting
blood work at the IOP Community
Wellness Fair from 7 11 a.m.
at the IOP Recreation Center, 24,
28th Avenue.
Friday, September 25
Plan to Party at Alhambra
6 p.m. Join East Cooper Habitat
for Humanity as we celebrate 25
years of changing lives. The world
renowned Plantation Singers
will greet guests as they arrive.
A variety of local restaurants
will be offering delicious hors
doeuvres paired with refreshing
spirits. The evening will feature
award-winning PlaneJane, silent
and live auctions. To purchase
tickets go to 501auctions.com/
eastcooperhabitat.
The Dinghy
Midnight Live performance by
Dave Landeo. More info www.
dinghyiop.com or 843.242.8310
Saturday, September 26
Local appreciation party at the Dinghy
Free Pulled pork Sandwiches

on a first come first serve basis
starting at 2 p.m. Live music
every Thursday, Friday and
Saturdays, ranging from 6 to 10
p.m. College and Pro Football
Packages on our 9 TVs and
projection screen, Giant Jenga,
Giant Connect Four, Cornhole,
and old school Nintendo.
Something for everyone. www.
dinghyiop.com or 843.242.8310
Sunday, September 27
PLAY: Spooky Sculptures
10:30 a.m. Learn to make glowin-the-dark play-dough with
simple ingredients. CCPL Poe
Branch Library, 1921 Ion Avenue.
843.883.3914.
Wine Women & Shoes
1- 5 p.m. National charity, Wine
Women & Shoes, hosts its third
annual fundraising event in
Charleston featuring an afternoon
filled with Manolos and Merlot
to benefit the Florence Crittenton
Programs of South Carolina.
www.winewomenandshoes.com/
flocrit.
The Ball Fall
3 - 6 p.m. East Cooper Meals
on Wheels host this golf ball
drop at the Awendaw Green
(4853 Highway 17 North, Mount
Pleasant). A ladder truck from
the Awendaw Fire Department
will drop hundreds of numbered
golf balls from high off the
ground. The lucky person whose
ball lands closest to the predetermined target on the grass
below will win a cash prize. www.
ecmow.org.
Monday, September 28
Charleston Academy of Music
recital
7:30 p.m. in the chapel at
Franke at Seaside,1885
Rifle Range Rd. followed by
refreshments. Music will include

piano trios. Call 442.4835 for
additional information www.
charlestonmusicclub.org.
Tuesday, September 29
17th annual Charity Golf Classic
Benefiting East Cooper Meals on
Wheels, at Bulls Bay Golf Club.
For more information visit www.
ecmow.org/events.
Wednesday, September 30
National Women's Health and
Fitness Day
At Primetime Fitness, all friends
of members can workout for
free. All women who come to
the gym on September 30 will
receive a special treat. All friends
accompanying a member receive
gift certificates for a free month.
PrimeTime Fitness, Inc., 2120
Middle Street, Sullivans Island,
843.883.0101, primetimefit.net.
Thursday, October 1
Fitness and Wellness Studio
Open House
5 - 7:30 p.m., Perfectly Fit
Wellness 1476 Ben Sawyer Blvd
#10, Mt Pleasant SC. Join us for
our Open House and find a new
level of health! Check out our elite
fitness studio which uniquely
blends personal training, yoga,
pilates, TRX, nutrition counseling
and physical therapy. Featuring
tasty eats/drinks and door
prizes from our local partners.
Discounted training packages for
attendees. 843.509.2577 info@
perfectlyfitcharleston.com.
Weve Got You Covered
Celebrate breast cancer survivors
and discuss diagnosis, treatment
and recovery through a physician
panel. Womens health and wellbeing will be top-of-mind at this
free event!
This event will take place from
5:30pm 7:30pm at the Dodds-
November 8
Durst House located at 858 Von
Kolnitz Road on the campus of
East Cooper Medical Center.
There is no cost to attend, but
please call or go online to reserve
your space. Call (843) 884-7031
or visit eastcooperevents.com.
Friday, October 2
Aging Gracefully: Surviving
Change
10:30 a.m. Learn empowering
practices to live your best life
in the midst of loss or dramatic
change from Dana Madanski,
Community Education
representative for the Greater
Charleston Chapter of the
National Aging in Place Council.
CCPL Poe Branch Library, 1921
Ion Avenue. 843.883.3914.
Saturday, October 3
IOP Connector Run/Walk
Sign up to walk or run in support
of victims of child abuse through
this annual event put on by the
IOP Exchange Club. Visit www.
iopexchange.org/iop-connectorrun for details and to register.
PLAY: DIY Arts and Crafts with
Ms. Grace
10 a.m. Ms. Grace helps young
hands to create fun paper and
felt projects. CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue. 843883-3914.
Mount Pleasant Pier Fishing
Tournament
7 a.m. 3 p.m. Enter the fall's
largest fishing tournament with
prizes awarded for the following
categories: Adult Angler, Lady
Angler, Youth Angler (12 and
under), Senior Angler (60+),
and Total Weight of Five Fish.
Tournament held rain or shine.
Catches will also be included in
the Reel It In Weekly Challenge.
For details, call (843) 795-4386.
Adult chaperone required for ages
15 and under. Fee: $13/$10 CCR

(Charleston County Resident).
Wednesday, October 7
Junior Naturalist: One Earth
With a population around seven
billion, humans can have quite
an impact on the environment we
all share. Learn about natural
resource use, land development,
and ways you can make a
difference to keep our home
planet healthy. Adult chaperones
are welcome to attend. Preregistration required. 4 -6:30
p.m., Mount Pleasant Pier, Age:
8-12, Fee: $12/$10 CCR Discount.
Friday, October 9
That BIG Book Sale
Book lovers and bargain hunters
are in for a real treat when the
Charleston Friends of the Library
host its 34 annual That BIG Book
Sale, October 9-11, at the Omar
Shrine Auditorium. October
9, 10, & 11, Friday 9 a.m. - 7
p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.,
Sunday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Omar
Shrine Auditorium, 176 Patriots
Point Rd., 29464. Admission is
FREE. For information visit www.
charlestonlibraryfriends.org or
call 843-805-6882.
Saturday, October 10
PLAY: STAR Therapy Dogs
10:30 a.m. Share books with a
furry friend. CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue. 843883-3914.
Saturday, October 17
ALS H.O.P.E. 5k Beach Run/
Walk
6 p.m. Each year, hundreds of
walkers and runners gather on
the beach in Isle of Palms to
participate in this sanctioned race
for ALS patients and their families
to Help Other People Endure.
The funds raised through the
H.O.P.E. Race benefit The ALS
Association South Carolina
Chapter, fighting Lou Gehrigs
Disease. Front Beach of IOP.
Sunday, November 8
Charleston Cup 22nd Running
Sunday morning the nations
top riders, trainers and owners
will compete for purses totaling
$60,000. Gates open at 9 a.m.
and attendees drive early. A
vendor village and tailgating
are in full swing by the time the
paddock call rolls around at 12
p.m. Call 843.766.6202 or order
online www.charlestoncup.net.
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September 25, 2015
island eats
Banana Cabana
A casual menu suits its beachfront
setting. Nibbles like peel and eat
shrimp and nachos alongside
heartier platters of seafood. $-$$
(843) 886-4361
www.thebananacabana.com
1130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
Pizza Hut
Now serving Isle of Palms in the
Harris Teeter shopping center.
Deliver right to your door or get
carryout. $
886-5759
www.order.pizzahut.com
1515 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Beard Cats
Gelato made from locally sourced
ingredients, and coffee shop that sits
below Obstinate Daughter. $
416-5020
www.beardcatsweetshop.com
2063 Middle St, Sullivans Island
High Thyme
A small island bistro, with a wide
range of dishes, from seafood, tapas
on Tuesday, and a Sunday brunch.
$$-$$$
883-3536
www.highthymecuisine.com
Ben & Jerrys

Enjoy an array of ice cream flavors,
from Chocolate Therapy, to Peach
Cobbler on Isle of Palms Ocean
Boulevard. $
886-6314
www.benandjerrys.com
Home Team BBQ

Not limited to barbeque, this casual
eatery also serves salads, wraps,
tacos, and quesadillas, Sunday
Brunch. $$
883-3131
www.teamteambbq.com
The Boathouse
Fresh, local seafood, and
phenomenal sunset views from the
upper deck on Breach Inlet. $$-$$$
843.886.8000
www.boathouserestaurants.com
101 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
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
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
Long Island Caf

Come in for lunch, dinner, or Sunday
brunch and enjoy all your favorite
seafood, plus so much more at this
island favorite. $$-$$$
886-8809
www.longislandcafesc.com
1515-A Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Sullivans
Grab a casual dinner of fried
flounder or crab cakes in a cozy
atmosphere as well as lunch on the
weekends. $$
883-3222
www.saltstation22.com
Morgan Creek Grill

Relax with a front row seat on
the Intracoastal Waterway while
enjoying fresh seafood and southern
hospitality. $$
886-8980
www.morgancreekgrill.com
1515-A Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Taco Mamacita
Enjoy made from scratch Tex Mex
soups, salads, tacos, and enchiladas,
and quench your thirst with one of
several specialty margaritas. $$
789-4107
www.tacomamacita.com
2213-B Middle St, Sullivans Island
Obstinate Daughter
Restaurant serving contemporary
Southern cuisine, pizza & pasta in a
rustic, coastal-inspired space.$$-$$$
416-5020
www.theobstinatedaughter.com
2063 Middle St, Isle of Palms
Windjammer
Lively spot with a bar menu, a deck
overlooking the water, and beach
volleyball court out back.$-$$
886-8596
www.the-windjammer.com
Caf Medley
Start your day, or end it with a wellrounded caf, serving breakfast,
lunch, and a glass of wine in the
evening. $
793-4055
www.cafemedley.com
Coconut Joes & Island Joes Coffee
Spectacular views of the Atlantic on
the rooftop bar and live music every
night during the summer. $-$$.
Island Joes next door featuring
coffee and ice cream. $
886-0046
www.coconutjoes.biz
SiPMagazineSC.com
Dunleavys Irish Pub

The islands only Irish Pub. Famous
burgers, Irish fare, favorite locals
hangout for over 20 years. $$
883-9646
www.dunleavysonsullivans.com
The Dinghy
Laid back Key West Vibe, great
food options, unique beers on tap,
spacious side porch, and live music.
$-$$
242-8310
www.dinghyiop.com
8 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms
Poes Tavern
Famous for their gourmet burgers and
chicken sandwiches, this Poe-inspired
eatery also features great deals on
fresh fish tacos. $$
883-0083
www.longislandcafesc.com
SALT at Station 22
Enjoy a fun atmosphere with fresh
seafood and southern favorites, and
a fresh, local raw bar. $$-$$$
883-3355
www.saltstation22.com
off-island eats
Charleston Harbor Fish House
Stylish area-sourced seafood spot in
Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina,
with a deck & rooftop bar. $$-$$
284-7070
www.charlestonharborfishhouse.com
32 Patriots Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant
Cinebarre Theater
Multiplex with first-run films, light
meals, beer & wine, plus indie shorts
by local filmmakers. $$
216-2690
www.cinebarre.com
963 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt.
Pleasant
Coleman Public House
Located on Coleman Blvd featuring
rotating craft brews on tap, plus
burgers, famous truffle fries,
flatbreads & inventive pub grub. $$
416-8833
www.colemanpublichouse.com
427 W Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant
Eggs Up Grill
Relaxed chain serving a menu of
breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in a
colorful setting. $-$$
388-3654
www.eggsupgrill.com
2664 Highway 17 North, Mt. Pleasant
Jacks Cosmic Dogs
Kitschy space-themed spot serving
hot dogs topped with creative
condiments, plus sides & ice cream.
$-$$
884-7677
www. jackscosmicdogs.com
2805 N Hwy 17, Mt. Pleasant
The Shelter
Brunch, burgers & draft beers in
a dog-friendly hangout with an
outdoors deck, live music, and
sports.$$
388-3625
www.theshelterkitchenandbar.com
202 Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant
Southerly Restaurant & Patio
Open for breakfast, lunch, and
dinner, and weekend brunch.
Boasts a fresh, seasonal menu
of contemporary cuisine with a
Southern flair. $$
416-3965
www.southernseason.com
730 Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant
Stacks Coastal Kitchen

Join us for lunch, where we offer
fresh soup, salads, and sandwiches.
Enjoy dinner in a casual bistro-style
setting, nice selection and outdoor
seating. $$
388-6968
www.stackscoastalkitchen.com
1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt. Pleasant
The Wine Bar
Wine, unique variety of 40 + cheeses
and charcuterie meats from around
the world., chocolate, bon-bons. $$
849-5185
www.thewinebarmtp.com
664 Long Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant
The Wreck of the Richard
and Charlene
Lowcountry seafood dining on Shem
Creek in the historic Old Village of
Mount Pleasant, S.C. Serving 5:308:30 pm daily, and until 9:30 Fri. and
Sat. $$-$$$
884-0052
www.wreckrc.com
106 Haddrell St.
Mt. Pleasant
Pure Barre continues from page 17

Vannatta says.
Pure Barre is also designed
for people at all fitness levels.
Weve had clients that are 22
and 85, Leitch says. Everyone
is welcome, because its not
competitive. All walks, shapes,
and ages.
Dont let injuries deter you
from trying Pure Barre. All moves
can be modified and adjusted to
each individual.
Weve had clients with service
dogs, that are deaf, with one
arm, explains Vannatta. We
see our clients stand taller after
our classes... your experience
doesnt matter.
Its not just for women, either.
Men and teens at least 16-yearsold are encouraged to take
classes.
The reason Pure Barre has
seen such a national success
is that it is more than just an
exercise it is a lifestyle, Leitch
says, adding that they have loyal
clients that have been coming
since the opening.
Yes, this is a national brand,
but these are local businesses,
Vannatta says.
With three popular studios,
Leitch and Vannatta do their best
to give back to the community and
be role models for other female
business owners. However, this
isnt just a business for these
Sullivans
Island
residents.
Walk in to anyone of their Pure
Barre locations and you feel a
real sense of community, says
Vannatta. The idea is that their
clients can take their classes not
just for exercise but also to find
a support system.
Clients see us everyday. We
know all their names, Leitch
says. Living in such a close
community on Sullivans, the
Jens often run into many of their
clients. Leitch and Vannatta
want all of their clients to think
of Pure Barre as a good place to
meet new people, but more as a
place to meet a family. And, the
business is certainly a family
affair.
We have six kids, two dogs,
one cat, and two husbands
between the two of us, jokes
Leitch. Both families are often
spotted helping out at the
studios.
As a mom and business
owner you have a lot of hats to
wear, says Vannatta, who is a
mother to six-year-old twins.
All three studios offer class
seven day a week and only close
two days a year on Christmas
and Easter. Even with their busy
schedules, Leitch and Vannatta
still find time to spend with their
families.
Their children go to Stella
Maris Catholic School and both
families attend Christ Our King
Catholic Church on Sullivans
Island.
We
appreciate,
respect
and love the community on
Sullivans,
Vannatta
says.
Leitch adds, We love Sullivans.
Its my little slice of peace.
To contact Jen Leitch and Jenn
Vannatta email charleston@
purebarre.com.
Breac h Inlet Tide Char t

Date
High Tide
Low Tide
Sep 25
Sep 26
Sep 27
Sep 28
Sep 29
Sep 30
5:35am/6:18pm
6:33am/7:12pm
7:29am/8:04pm
8:24am/8:56pm
9:17am/9:48pm
10:11am/10:40pm
11:49am
12:27am/12:47pm
1:18am/1:43pm
2:08am/2:37pm
2:58am/3:31pm
3:48am/4:24pm
Oct 1
Oct 2
Oct 3
Oct 4
Oct 5
Oct 6
Oct 7
Oct 8
11:06am/11:34pm
12:02pm
12:30am/12:59pm
1:29am/1:59pm
2:29am/2:58pm
3:28am/3:54pm
4:24am/4:47pm
5:17am/5:35pm
4:38am/5:19pm
5:31am/6:15pm
6:25am/7:13pm
7:22am/8:13pm
8:22am/9:13pm
9:23am/10:10pm
10:20am/11:01pm
11:14am/11:48pm
Hurricanes, storms etc., are NOT included in the

predictions. Tidal current direction changes and tide time
predictions can be very different. Tide predictions are
PREDICTIONS; they can be wrong so use common sense.
Source: www.saltwatertides.com
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September 25, 2015
Champagne celebration of creativity and care

RESPITE CARE CHARLESTON HOSTS BENEFIT
BY LAURA STEFANELLI
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
rt created by participants vehicle

when
people
(with
with Alzheimers disease dementia) lose their language
and
related
dementia skills, said Ms. Correia, the art
will form the centerpiece of therapist. It gives them a voice
Moments on Canvas, a benefit they no longer have, she added,
for Charleston Countys only noting that she observes a sense
nonprofit
respite
program of self-respect that participants
serving and supporting families derive from the art program.
affected by dementia. The event,
Art is a key element in each of
the fifth annual
for Respite Care
ART IS A PERFECT VEHICLE WHEN PEOPLE (WITH
Charleston,
will be held at
DEMENTIA) LOSE THEIR LANGUAGE SKILLS.
Charles Towne
~Jamie Correia
Landing's
Founders Hall
on
Thursday,
October 1, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Respite Cares day programs in
The benefit comes at a time West Ashley, Mt. Pleasant, Johns
of heightened awareness of Island, and North Charleston.
the epidemic of dementia in its Professional
artists,
Nancy
varied formsand the need to Romness and members of The
offer programs and support for Seabrook Island Artist Guild
caregivers.
volunteer throughout the year to
A
special
exhibit
of guide participants in the creative
photography by Seabrook Island process. Nearly 50 people with
artist Bob Hider will be on dementia participate. Respite
display and available for sale Care day programs are frequently
with proceeds benefiting Respite the only relief available in the
Care Charleston. Hider is a gifted Charleston area to caregivers of
photographer and a long time spouses, parents or other loved
supporter of Respite Care.
ones who have dementia.
Jaime Correia, a certified art
The
supporters
attending
therapist who volunteers for Moments on Canvas will enjoy
Respite Care. Art is a perfect champagne and a delectable
Volunteers from Isle of Palms and Sullivan's at last year's Moments on Canvas benefit.
array of hors doeuvres. Music

will be offered by The V-Tones
and a silent auction will be held.
Franke at Seaside, a Mt.
Pleasant retirement community
will be the event's primary
sponsor for the fifth year running.
Other named supporters will be
welcomed, including event, artist
and exhibit sponsors, and Friends
of Respite Care Charleston.

Financial contributions, as
well as donations of food and
beverages and silent auction
items all can be made through
laura@respitecarecharleston.
org. Tickets, which must be
purchased in advance, will cost
$45.
September 25, 2015
23
Sullivans Island Bird

Program takes flight
BIOLOGISTS BANDED OVER 50 WARBLERS,

V I R E O S , F LY C AT C H E R S I N F I R S T W E E K
BY SARAH HARPER DIAZ
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
he
Sullivans
Island
Environmental Education
and Bird Research Program
was launched on Sept. 14,
2015. This program is partnered
with South Carolina Audubon,
Lowcountry Open Land Trust
and the Charleston Natural
History Society.
The Education Program will
include
in-school
activities
provided by Audubon, bird
banding demonstrations and
bird walks for children and
adults.
The
Program
will
start visiting Sullivans Island
Elementary School in November.
The Bird Banding Program
has had an active start to
the fall banding season. The
program has three experienced
biologistsincluding
the
authorthat
are
studying
Neotropical
migratory
bird
species in the protected land on
Sullivan's Island. The biologists
safely captured, banded and
released over 50 birds in the first
week alone. They have banded

a variety of migratory species
including warblers, vireos and
flycatchers. The Black-throated
Blue warbler pictured is an adult
male. This species breeds in the
Appalachians, the Northeast,
and Canada but is only found in
our area during migration.
The Program operates with
the blessing of Sullivan's Island
Town Council in the island's
maritime forest. This protected
land is a hot spot for Neotropical
migrants. Coastal patches of
maritime forest and shrubland
serve
as
crucial
stopover
locations for millions of birds
that migrate along the east coast
each fall and spring.
If you would like to learn more
about the program, look for them
on Facebook, www.facebook.
com/sullivansislandbirds
or
email
sullivansislandbirds@
gmail.com.
This adult male, Black-throated Blue warbler was banded by the SIEEBRP earlier
this month. The species is only found here during migration.
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he City of Isle of Palms Nov. 3

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Saying goodbye to the turtles

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rare occurrence happened last week

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September 25, 2015

Message from the Mayor of Sullivan's Island

Dear Island Neighbors,

gallon trashcans at our many public beach

of our fire and rescue squad. They are an

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September 25, 2015

'Aging Gracefully' kicks off second

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

he Edgar Allan Poe Branch Library welcomed

personal well-being, meeting on a monthly basis

Home tour helps Charleston Pro Bono

September 25, 2015

or sixteen years the popular

VOLUNTEERS GIVE THE HISTORIC SITE A REFRESH

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

also helped Ms. Betty who was

she said, Im very grateful to the

Thomson Park gets new walls

creations ranging from wearable

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homson Park at Breach Inlet, the replacement logs, volunteers

PHOTOS BY DOUG MACINTYRE

sea invasion by a British force

William Danger Thomson and

September 25, 2015

morning of June 8, 2015. Midway, found

turtle, Laddy is a member of the most

PHOTOS BY BARB BERGWERF

oes your house have a story? Did it come to you

September 25, 2015

SIES gets new urban garden

SEAMONWHITESIDE AND GREEN HEART PROJECT COMPLETE FIRST

he first urban garden

The new Urban Garden at Sullivan's Island Elementary.

are ready to get started on our

skills. By doing so it looks to

September 25, 2015

Dragon Boaters clean-up in Canada

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