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January 1, 2016
Isle of Palms
Goat Island Dewees Island
A look back
on 2015
PHOTO BY STEVE ROSAMILIA
Sullivans Islands new mayor, Pat ONeil, reads to children at The Poe Library.
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2015
ake a walk down memory lane with The Island

Eye News as we look back on the highs (and
some lows) of an eventful year. From battling
the threat of offshore drilling, debating three
parking plans and surviving thousand year
rains, to electing a new council and mayor for
Sullivans and enacting a groundbreaking
ban on plastic bags for Isle of Palms... its
been a busy year for the islands. As major
news events thrust the whole area under the
national microscope and historic flooding
left much of it underwater, our community
is probably taking a collective sigh of relief
to see the back of 2015. However, at The
Island Eye we like to focus on the good news
as much as possible, so turn to Page 5 and
reminisce with our photo essay of Sullivans
Island and Isle of Palms in 2015.
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CIVIC
Make reservation
for SCDORs
Accommodations Tax
seminar now
STAFF REPORT
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
he South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) will

host an Accommodations Tax Seminar on Thursday,
February 18, 2016. Topics covered during this seminar
are the accommodations tax, sales and use tax, and liquor by
the drink tax. Discussion will also include electronic filing and
information on warranties, maintenance, and similar service
contracts.
When: Thursday, February 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Cooper River Room at the Mt. Pleasant Memorial
Waterfront Park
Cost $50 (includes all course materials and lunch)
Who: Hotel, motel, and property management companies,
and all other businesses responsible for filing and paying
accommodations taxes
Pre-registration is required and must be received by the SCDOR
by February 12. Individuals should contact SCDORs Taxpayer
Education Coordinator at 803-898-5593 to register. For more
information on this and other taxpayer education opportunities,
please visit the Taxpayer Ed Section at dor.sc.gov/ted/index.
January 1, 2016
IOP celebrates
its birthday with a
History Month
BY KARRIE FERRELL
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
anuary 12, 1953 is the birthday of the City of Isle of Palms and
in efforts to celebrate and share the history of the island, two
special nights of island history are scheduled on:
Wednesday, Jan. 20 at 5:30 p.m.., Tommy Hartnett and Wendy
Nilsen will talk about the History of the Island and some of their
experiences.
Wednesday, Jan. 27 also at 5:30 p.m., several old island
kids will sit around the table and talk about their experiences and
adventures while growing up on the Island.
During the month of January a DVD of the 50th Anniversary that
was held in 2003 will play in the lobby of the Recreation Department.
MMG Productions also have provided a DVD with testimonies and
stories from Island residents to include Nick Sottile, Mary Ellen
Way, Bill Casey, Helen Clarkin, Clay Cable, Katherine Carroll and
many others.
The Civil War Cannon ball that was discovered during the
Citys beach restoration project on the north end of Isle of Palms
and traveled through a 3-foot-diameter pipe from almost a mile off
shore, will be on display.
Learn about the Isle of Palms from residents and friends of the
island. Reminisce on the Islands past, growing up on the island and
founding families.
Call the Isle of Palms Recreation Department for more information,
843.886.8294.
www.islandeyenews.com
January 1, 2016
Have your name set in cement

T O W N O F F E R S B R I C K S F O R S A L E AT N E W T O W N H A L L
STAFF REPORT
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The Island Eye News
and The Island Connection
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
ant to have your name go down

in the history of Sullivans
Island? Well heres your chance.
The Town of Sullivans Island has
launched an opportunity to purchase a
commemorative brick for placement at the
new Town Hall and Police Station. Bricks
are either 4 x 4 at $150 or 8 x 8 at
$350. The ordering process begins at the
Town website www.sullivansisland-sc.
com click on the brick located at the
home page and follow the instructions.
Lynn Pierotti
publisher
lynn@luckydognews.com
Jennifer Tuohy
managing editor
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If you have any questions call Ellen

Miller 843.883.5730 or Lisa Darrow
843.883.5744 in Town Hall.
Recycle the holidays
Swan Richards
senior graphic designer
Alejandro Ferreyros
graphic designer
TIPS FOR LESSENING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON
Lori McGee 614.0901

advertising executive
BY SHAWN R. SMETANA
Christian LeBlanc
social media
christian@luckydognews.com
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
ith the holidays a not so distant memory,

Charleston
Countys
Environmental
Management
Department
encourages
citizens to start a new family tradition by taking
simple steps that lessen the environmental
footprint of your holiday season and throughout
the upcoming New Year.
Recycle your Christmas tree and greenery:
Remember to remove all dcor such as lights,
tinsel, ornaments, etc.
Some municipalities will pick them up curbside,
or they can be taken to a convenience center.
The trees picked up curbside are transported to
the Bees Ferry Compost Facility to be ground
and composted.
Residents who drop off a tree at the Bees Ferry
Compost Facility from January 2-9 will receive a
free bag of compost.
All paper, including gift wrapping, cardboard
and commingled products (plastics #1-7, glass
containers and aluminum and steel cans) can
also be recycled through the curbside program
and at the numerous drop-site locations and
convenience centers located throughout the
county. The convenience centers also accept used
motor oil and cooking oil, electronics, household

hazardous materials, batteries, paint, compact
fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and holiday light
strands.
Note: Please flatten all cardboard boxes before
placing in your recycling cart. If you have oversized
boxes, please cut them down to 3 x 3 ft. to ensure
they will fit in the recycling truck. Stack extra
cardboard next to your recycling cart.
Other helpful tips for environmental awareness
this season:
Decorating
If you buy a live tree, recycle it!
Buy LED lights to reduce energy consumption
and extend the lifespan of holiday lights.
Decorate your tree with household items such as
strings of popcorn and berries instead of tinsel.
Gift Giving
Recycle all paper including gift wrap, tissue
paper, gift bags, boxes and cardboard. If it tears,
recycle it!
Buy holiday cards printed on recycled paper.
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CIVIC CALENDAR
Steve Rosamilia
photographer
staff writers
Sarah Nolan
CONTRIBUTORS
Bob Hooper
Kayla Barrett
Shawn R. Smetana
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886.6428
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Tuesday, January 5
Board of Zoning Appeals
5:30 p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Wednesday, January 6
Accommodations Tax
Advisory Committee
12 noon
1207 Palm Boulevard
Planning Commission
4:30 p.m.
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Friday, January 1
ISLE OF PALMS AND
SULLIVANS ISLAND TOWN
OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED
Monday, January 7
Water & Sewer Committee
8:30 a.m.
2050 Gull Drive
Sullivan's Island
883.3198
www.sullivansisland-sc.com
Planning Commission
6:30 p.m.
2050-B Middle Street
Monday, January 4
Council Workshop
6 p.m.
Tuesday, January 5 & 12
Municipal Court*
5:30 p.m.
Thursday, January 14
Board of Zoning Appeals
6 p.m.
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Recycle continues from page 2

Wrap gifts in newspaper comics or wrapping paper made with
recycled content.
Avoid purchasing over-packaged items. Drop off packaging
material such as Styrofoam peanuts and bubble wrap at your
local shipping store; they will gladly reuse it.
Remember to recycle outdated electronics if a new, replacement
gadget is received.
Entertaining
Use reusable cups, plates and utensils.
Use cloth napkins and tablecloths instead of disposable ones.
Recycle at your holiday party.
Cooking
Compost food waste with yard clippings in a backyard home
composting program.
Purchase only as much food as needed and be sure to store and
prepare properly to avoid food waste generation. Not only will
this reduce waste, but it will make your food dollars go further.
Drop off your used cooking oil at one of Charleston Countys
nine staffed convenience centers.
Charleston County Environmental Management Holiday Schedule:
Environmental Management Department
Administrative offices will be closed on Friday, Jan.1 in
observance of New Years Day.
Bees Ferry Landfill
The landfill will resume normal hours on Saturday, Dec. 26 from
8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The landfill will be closed on Friday, Jan. 1 for New Years Day.
Staffed convenience centers (including the Bees Ferry Convenience Center)
Staffed centers will close at 12 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 24 and
remain closed for Christmas Day on Friday, Dec. 25.
Staffed convenience centers will resume normal hours on
Saturday, Dec. 26 from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., except the Signal
Point Road Convenience Center, which will open on Saturday
from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Staffed centers will be closed Friday, Jan. 1 for New Years Day.
For more information on recycling, contact the Charleston County
Environmental Management Department at 843.720.7111 or visit
recycle.charlestoncounty.org.
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January 8 - A New Mayor for

Sullivans Island. Councilmember
Pat ONeil won a resounding victory
over councilmember Jerry Kaynard
in the January 2015 Sullivans Island
special election following the passing
of Mayor Mike Perkis a few months
earlier. (photo by Steve Rosamilia)
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January 10 - Wild Dunes Author

Event. Mary Alice Monroe, Pat
Conroy and Cassandra King attend
the 9th Annual Wild Dunes Author
Event on January 10, 2015. The
event is Wild Dunes Clubs largest
charitable effort and supports literacy
and education in the Lowcountry,
specifically Charleston Volunteers
for Literacy and the sponsoring
of a scholarship at the College of
Charleston School of Education,
Health and Human Performance.
(photo by Barb Bergwerf)
February 7 - SIFD
Oyster Roast. The
Sullivans Island Fire
Department Oyster
Roast helped the
department raise funds
for the fire and rescue
squad. The 2016 roast
is scheduled for Feb.
6. (photo by Steve
Rosamilia)
January 31 - Exchange Club Oyster Roast. Four

hundred guests enjoyed the Exchange Clubs Annual
Oyster Roast, dining on oysters, chili, BBQ and a
beautiful sunset, served up by Exchangites including,
from left, Paul Grantham, Robert St. Onge, Patrick
Harrington, Julie Smith, Juli Twomey and Kent Stair.
Proceeds supported the IOP Exchange Club student
scholarship program.
Timeline continues on page 6
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February 7 - 9th Annual IOP Doggie

Day. The Isle of Palms Recreation
department hosted its popular doggie day,
including a fun dog show awarding proud
pups for Cutest Puppy, Most Attractive,
Most EarResistible Ears and so on. (photo
by Steve Rosamilia)
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February 25 - House Fire on

Sullivans Island. A chilly morning in
February a propane powered heater
sparked a fire in a summer home on
Jasper Boulevard. SIFD were on scene
in under a minute but the home was a
total loss. Thankfully all the occupants
escaped safely.
March 7 - IOP Island Gras. Harrison
Billborn and Brennen Schneider have
some fun at the annual IOP Mardi Gras
event held on Front Beach. This years
party featured the dulcet tones of local
girl Haley Mae Campbell as well as local
restaurants, craft vendors, jump castles
and a balloon artist. (photo by Steve
Rosamilia)
February 20 - Wig & Stache Bash.

The SIES Wig & Stache Bash, held at Cinebarre
in Mount Pleasant, featured a performance by The
Village People and a live and silent auction to raise
money for school programs including art, Spanish,
music and guidance. (photo by Steve Rosamilia)
March 17 - Sullivans Does

St. Paddys Day.
(photos by Steve Rosamilia)
March 12 - Yawkey Comes

to Isle of Palms. A close
to 500 lb rare leatherback
turtle - found on YawkeySouth Island Reserve near
Georgetown SC on Saturday,
March 7 - was released on
Isle of Palms at the County
Park following treatment
at the South Carolina
Aquarium Sea Turtle
Hospital. (photo courtesy of
the SC Aquarium)
March 21 - Hope
on Goat. The 6th
Annual Hope on
Goat oyster roast,
held on Goat
Island, raised
funds for the Give
Me Shelter initiative
at Callen Lacey
Center for children
who have been
abused abandoned
or neglected. (photo
by Steve Rosamilia)
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April 25 - Run For Adela.

Station 16 on Sullivans Island
was the starting point for the
5k Run for Adela. The race, in
its sixth year, is put on by the
Adela Holmes Cook Foundation
in memory of Adela, a local girl
from Mount Pleasant who died
from injuries sustained in a golf
car accident on April 10, 2009
during a trip in the Bahamas.
(photo by Steve Rosamilia)
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April 28 - Sullivans Island Council Candidates Forum.

Seven Sullivans Island residents competed for four seats
on Sullivans Island Town Council. A candidates forum
held at SIES in April preceded the May 5 vote. The winning
candidates were Bachman S. Smith IV, Rita Langley, Mark
Howard and Sarah Church. (photo by Steve Rosamilia)
May 8 - Shark Bite.

The first shark bite on
Sullivans Island in recent
memory left a 30 year
old male with a nasty
foot injury and reminded
residents and visitors
that we share the Atlantic
ocean with a variety of
marine life, some of it
that easily mistakes feet
for fish. (photo by Steve
Rosamilia)
May 20 - Million Dollar Fire Truck Rolls into Town.

The Sullivan's Island Fire Department took delivery of
its brand new ladder truck in May, replacing a 26 year
old vehicle that had been out of commission for over
a year. The $1,007,00 vehicle has a 95 foot platform.
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May 29 - IOP Water & Sewer

Plant Ribbon Cutting. An
open house and ribbon
cutting marked the formal
opening of the Isle of Palms
Water & Sewer plant, which
has been fully operational
since November 2014. The
new system cost $7,220,583.
Currently, the plant treats
about one third of the
residencies on the island.
June 12 - New Nature Trail Opens. Mayor Pat ONeil and

Town Administrator Andy Benke helped open Sullivans
Islands new 650 feet scenic boardwalk at Station 16, which
winds across the oceans shoreline. The nature trail invites
residents to embrace the vast aesthetics of the islands
maritime forests on the approximately 90 acres of beachfront,
deed-protected plot. The path is accessible via Atlantic Street.
May 30 - Piccolo Spoleto Sand Sculpting. Front Beach on

Isle of Palms became a blank canvas for dozens of talented
sand sculptors during the 27th annual Piccolo Spoleto Sand
Sculpting competition. (photo by Steve Rosamilia)
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June 16 - Sullivans Island

Town Hall Groundbreaking.
Administrator Andy Benke
shows off a rendering of the new
Sullivans Island Town Hall at the
groundbreaking. As long as the
island has been inhabited, we
have never had a Town Hall that
was meant to be a Town Hall,
Mayor ONeil said, adding that
the stormproof building designed
by Creech & Associates, will
withstand storms both inside the
building and outside the building.
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June 27 - The Sullivans Island Fire

& Rescue Fish Fry. Leigh Amrhein and
Catherine Detyens serve up a quadruple
order of fish at the Sullivans Island Fire
& Rescue Fish Fry. Attracting close to
2,500 diners, the event raised around
$8,000 for the departments new boat.
June 23 - IOP Bans Plastic Bags. Kathy Kent,
Jackie Kilroe, Christy Fenchuk Humphries and
Rini Kosmos led the effort to help the Isle of Palms
become the first city in the state to ban the use of
single use plastic bags.
July 4 - Wild Dunes Watermelon

Eating Contest. Roman Orsinelli goes
against an impressive line-up at the
Fourth of July Wild Dunes Watermelon
Eating contest. (photo by Steve
Rosamilia)
July 4 - Golf Cart

Parades. Sullivans
Island and Isle of
Palms celebrated
Americas birthday
in style with two
unique and festive
golf cart parades.
(photo by Steve
Rosamilia)
June 20 - IOP Lemonade Stand for Emanuel

AME. Following the horrific events of June 17
in downtown Charleston that took the lives of 9
members of the community, a group of children
on Isle of Palms began a lemonade stand to raise
money for the Emanuel AME Church. In four days
the stand, masterminded by Rini Kosmos Hagerty,
collected $2,500 in donations. (photo by Steve
Rosamilia)
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August 23 - Islanders Clean Up At Dragon Boat

Championships. 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 Sullivans 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.
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August 9 - Windjammer Budweiser Bikini Bash Finals.

The winners from the summer-long Budweiser Bikini Bash
Competition returned to the Isle of Palms watering hole to compete
for a cash prize of $2,500 and $500 to the runner up. (photo by Steve
Rosamilia)
August 27 - Rucker
Rocks Windjammer.
Darius Rucker surprised
his hometown with a free
pop-up concert at one of
his earliest venues, The
Windjammer on Isle of
Palms. The concert was
part of CMTs Instant
Jam series, which aired
on the music channel on
Saturday, September 5.
(photo by Rick Diamond/
Getty Images for CMT)
September 4 - Live music

returns to Morgan Creek
Grill. Following complaints
from nearby residents, the City
of Isle of Palms put a stop to
the amplified live music being
performed on the waterfront
restaurants outdoor stage.
This month, debuted Morgan
Creek Grills acoustically
engineered outdoor stage that
contains and redirects the
music appropriately. (photo by
Steve Rosamilia)
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September 15 - Dont Drill
Lowcountry Launches.
The formation of a
grassroots effort to prevent
drilling for oil off the coast
of South Carolina launched
with an eye catching poster
designed by Charleston
native Shepard Fairey.
We are over the moon to
have the gift of Shepards
extraordinary work to
create a visual identity for
the united voice that is
rising up against drilling,
Sarah Church, Sullivans
Island councilmember and
founder of the organization,
said. (illustration by
Shepard Fairey)
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September 18 - IOP
Methodist Mens BBQ. The
First United Methodist Mens
Club on Isle of Palms hosted
its annual BBQ, serving
over 600 meals. Proceeds
from the sale of the mouthwatering cue went to ECCO,
Boy Scouts Troop 2502,
Halos, My Sisters House,
Epworth Childrens Home,
East Cooper Faith Network
and One80 Place.
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October 1 through 5 - When the Rains Came. The combination

of a significant low pressure system and Hurricane Joaquin
hovering about 400 miles offshore, brought an historic rainfall
to the islands and surrounding area. Rainfall totals of 25 on
Sullivans Island and close to 23 on Isle of Palms, combined
with high tides peaking at around 8 foot, caused widespread
flooding that prompted both the town and city to move to OpCon1
readiness level, meaning a disaster or emergency situation is in
effect. (photo by Steve Rosamilia)
December 25 - Santa Claus
Came To Town. Were the
islands naughty or nice this
year?
October 1 - New IOP City Council Introduced. At the Isle

of Palms Exchange Clubs meeting the new Isle of Palms City
Council were introduced. The new members will join returning
council on Jan. 1, 2016. from left Ted Kinghorn, Jimmy Ward,
Carol Rice, Jimmy Carroll, Sandy Ferencz, Michael Loftus
(retiring councilmember), Patrick Harrington, Marty Bettelli
and Barb Bergwerf. (Not pictured, Dick Cronin).
Halloween!
(photo by Steve
Rosamilia)
November 8 - Art on the Beach.

The annual fall fundraiser
returned, allowing guests to tour
houses on Sullivans Island and
enjoy select treats in each from
local chefs. This year the event
was a fundraiser for Charleston
Pro Bono Legal Services. (photo
by Steve Rosamilia)
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One resolution, three sports
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E V ER T H OU G H T A B O UT RUNNI NG A TRIATHLON? ISLANDER KELLY GREEN E CAN HELP YOU LEARN HOW
BY KAYLA BARRETT
ISLAND EYE NEWS STAFF WRITER
PHOTO BY STEVE ROSAMILIA
PHOTOS BY BRIAN FRANCHER
he new year is approaching and we

know what that means: people making
resolutions to stop smoking, drink
less, spend more time with family, be more
active, and the ever popular resolution to
lose weight.
Why not make a resolution to lose weight
that youll be able to keep with the help of
two local ladies? Kelly Greene and Angi Klick,
co-founders of the Charleston division of Tri
It For Life, a non-profit all womens triathlon
group, are here to help you lead a healthier
lifestyle this year by training to compete in a
triathalon.
Tri It For LIfe helps women train for their
first triathlon by guiding them through 12
weeks of mentor-led training in swimming,
running, and biking. Women in the group
range from beginners to marathon runners
looking for a challenge.
Tri It For Life started in Charlotte, N.C.,
and spread throughout the state with new
chapters in Raleigh, South Charlotte and
Huntersville.
Greene, 33, and Klick, 39, started the first
South Carolina chapter of Tri It For Life right
here, East of the Copper River.
Greene moved to Sullivans Island from the
DC area in 06. She loves life on the island
not only because she can walk to the beach
but also for the, sense of community where
everyone knows everyone.
Klick has been living in the area for 15 years
and attributes the weather as her reason for
moving down here from Pennsylvania.
Greene, who has completed three
triathlons, and Klick, who has competed in
at least 15, met about two years ago and
realized they had a common interest. The
two women brought Tri It For Life to the
Lowcountry to help support other women
within the sport.
Tri It For Life brings women together.
Mothers.
Daughters.
Wives.
Sisters.
Grandmothers, helping you discover a
new titleTriathlete, states the website
triitforlife.com.
Women, ages 16 and up, and from all
backgrounds are encouraged to join the
group. The mission is, to inspire women to
develop healthy lifestyles through multi-sport
training, mentorship and commitment.
All too often, women find themselves
putting others first. Tri It For Life not only
helps you train for your first womens only
triathlon, we encourage you to bring the focus
Kelly Greene and Angi Klick are the co-founders of the Charleston division of Tri It For Life, a non-profit all womens
triathlon group that helps women train for their first triathlon.
back to you, the website says. Along with

training the body to swim, bike, and run, we
develop friendships for life, a renewed sense
of spirit, and empower our athletes to believe
in themselves.
Tri It For LIfe is designed to be a program
anyone can do, and new athletes just need to
get approved by a doctor.
The group usually consists of 40 mentors
who help lead group workouts, give advice,
and answer questions. Each group can
handle around 70 athletes. Its about
building a supportive team atmosphere,
Greene said.
With three group training sessions per
week, athletes are ready for their first
triathlon in no time.
The locations of training sessions vary.
The Charleston division can often be found
swimming at the IOn Club in Mt. Pleasant,
running around Waterfront Park downtown,
and riding bikes from Hampton Park back to
Mt. Pleasant.
With the help of the group, athletes are able
to build muscle and and burn fat. Though
there is not a strict diet plan, overall wellness
and nutrition is encouraged.
Well get you there, said Greene, Were a
very approachable group...not intimidating.
To participate you will need running shoes,
a bike (borrowed, used, or new), a helmet,
water bottle, goggles, swim cap, sports bra,
and a swimsuit. It is also important to fuel
properly during training so you'll need to
bring water, food, and/or a sports drink.
Tri It For Life Charleston is recruiting for
its 2016 season which will begin training
in February. Sign up by January 9. The 12
week training program ends with the She
Tris Sprint Triathlon, the areas only allwomens triathlon, at the IOn Club on June 4.
Visit triitforlife.com and shetris.com for more
information.
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$600,000 raised for Fisher House Charleston

STAFF REPORT
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
isher House Charleston is one step

closer to making the building at 150
Wentworth Street a reality. Donations
from local organizations and an annual event
raised more than $600,000 in November.
To say we are overjoyed would be an
understatement, said Durbin Emerson, CoFounder of Fisher House Charleston. We
believe passionately in this project and the
money raised in the last month is helping the
organization get that much closer to serving
the needs of veterans families.
Bishop Gadsden residents recently raised
$100,000 at their annual fundraiser, and
elected to make Fisher House the recipient.
The Episcopal retirement community on
James Island hosted an evening of good
food, drinks, remembrance and appreciation
at its Nov. 10 Gala for Giving, honoring the
resident veterans at Bishop Gadsden. The
savory and exotic menu brought flavors
from Southeast Asia, Korea, and Europe
to the night. Resident veterans shared and
displayed various memorabilia from their
time in the service.
Bishop Gadsden is most proud to support
Fisher House Charleston. Caring for our
veterans and their families is something
our community is honored to stand behind.
With a cause that directly impacts the men
and women who have made this country
the nation it is; due to the generosity of The fraternity Phi Gamma Delta raised over $17,200 for the Fisher House. From left to right: Luke Tiedemann,
our residents, future residents, staff, and Michael Brown, Chandler Kurtz, Durbin Emerson, Trux Emerson, Alex Matos and Skyler Patrick.
corporate sponsors, we are thrilled to be able
present a check for $100,000, Bill Trawick, Gamma Delta, said. We wanted to donate
The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center,
CEO/President of Bishop Gadsden, said.
to the Fisher House Charleston because we located in downtown Charleston, is one of
On Veterans Day itself, the Fisher House believe in their organization and are happy to the most highly rated VA hospitals in the
Charleston held its annual ball, and the live help them reach their goal.
country. It serves more than 4,500 veteran
auction generated more than $500,000 in
Once completed, the Fisher House inpatients annually from 22 coastal counties
donations.
Charleston project will provide a comfortable from Myrtle Beach, SC to Savannah, GA.
Meanwhile, Phi Gama Delta fraternity refuge for families of patients at the Ralph Charleston is a beautiful tourist-welcoming
at the College of Charleston chose to raise H. Johnson VA Medical Center. Fisher House locationwith that comes high dollar
funds for the Fisher House during an annual Charleston will relieve the burden of costly nightly accommodations. Not all visitors to
donation drive. After a week of events, they hotel stays so that families can focus on Charleston are on vacation and can afford
presented Fisher House Charleston with a what is really important: visiting their family vacation rates.
check for more than $17,200.
member in the hospital and not having to
This was the most money we have ever sleep in their vehicles or in the patient's
raised," Skyler Patrick, President of Phi hospital room.
6 January 1, 2016
COMPUTER CORNER
Windows 10, should I

upgrade yet?
BY BOB HOOPER
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
he last date to upgrade for

"free" to Windows 10 from
7/8/8.1 is around the middle
of July 2016. You would think it
was tomorrow by the way Microsoft
is pushing the "upgrade" at its
users. Recent upgrade notices
have no option to delay other than
"tonight," do it now or tonight, not
later, great! All you have to do is
click on the red "X" and close the

box, but it shows back up the next
time you open Windows (or the
next day). If something is an option,
then why in the heck would you be
so worried about me getting it?
It seems that every time I think
that 10 might be getting its act
together more privacy concerns
surface. Personally I will not be
updating to 10, I will be staying

with 7 and when I buy new laptops
I look for 8.1 and make it look like
7. In my opinion 10 just has too
many problems. In November a
major "update" was pulled back
after it many of the machines it was
installed on had all privacy setting
changed back to default regardless
of what they had been set to by the
user.
In a column written on the
website www.makeuseof.com by
Gavin Phillips he talks about how
the November "update" can and
did remove, or as he put it "autoremove" software, that Microsoft
deemed as not valid, not necessary,
did not have a valid license, not
compatible with the update, etc.
This includes normal software
15
and many free anti-virus software
programs including Avira, Avast
and AVG poof, gone! So you wake
up one morning and your Ccleaner,
AVG, Spybot, Foxit Reader, etc are
gone and no explanation, you call
me and want to know what virus
your machine caught and I have to
explain the "virus" is Windows 10!
Bottom line I would suggest
staying with the software you have,
I can come by and remove the
reminders if you want.
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.
ROADTRIPS CHARLESTON
New Years Resolution: travel more
A C O N R N U C O P I A O F O N L I N E T R AV E L R E S O U R C E S F O R T H I S Y E A R S A D V E N T U R E S
BY CAROL ANTMAN
ouve booked flights on

Expedia. Youve relied on
Tripadvisor. But there's a
whole world wide web of travel
resources out there. Here are some
of my favorite websites to fuel your
wanderlust.
Just have time for a daytrip or
short weekend? Check out skiway.
net. Go on an astonishing journey
into the past, where historic figures
appear on stageyou question
them... the audiences are always a
part of the show...and the shows are
free! at Greenvilles Chautauqua.
Kick up your heels Myrtle Beachs
Square and Round Dancers Fun
in the Sun. At iMagine Upstate
Festival in Greenville six stages
include a maker-space, robotics
battle, live science demonstration,
drone flight experience and an
augmented reality experience. At
Florences Pecan Festival you can
Run Like a Nut. Theres ice skating
in town squares, steeplechases in
Camden, championship rodeos in
Blythewood and festivals and runs
galore. All at our doorstep.
Scenic drives are a wonderful
way to spend a vacation and each
state has routes designed to appeal
to travelers interests. Among the
several listed at visitflorida.com is
the Suwannee River Wilderness
Trail. To the tune of Stephen
Fosters Old Folks at Home,
you can drive to a collection of
springs, fishing villages and Class
III rapids over the 207 miles from
northern Florida to the Gulf of
Mexico. Georgia does a particularly
good job of marketing driving tours
that are arranged to highlight
presidential, civil war or plantation
history. Theyre at ExploreGeorgia.
com.
Photos from a gigantic twig
sculpture, Coral Castle, the worlds
biggest cherry pie, a ten-acre
whirligig farm, a house-size chest
of drawers and other oddities fill
our family albums. Find these
crazy pit stops on one of my favorite
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
websites: roadsideamerica.com. It
will remind you that the journey is
the destination.
Let
a
soundtrack
guide
you to your next trip. Start at
musicfestivaljunkies.com
where
youll see hundreds of worldwide
music festivals listed. How about
Serbias Exit Festival that takes
place in a 17th century Petrovaradin
fortress? Or the Jam Cruise out of
Miami: a one of a kind music and
vacation experience featuring 5
days of music aboard a luxurious
cruise ship?
Eschew the chain hotel for a
more authentic experience. I've
found vrbo.com to be a great
resource. On a girls trip to Chicago
we stayed in a huge loft with a
gourmet kitchen. In Amsterdam,
friends joined us in a two bedroom
apartment overlooking a canal.
The friendly owners in Puerto Rico
recommended restaurants near
their lovely pied--terre. Often the
cost is less than multiple hotel
rooms if youre with a group or if
youre staying a week or more.
With Charleston being such a
popular destination, it would be
easy to take part in house swapping.
Check out lovehomeswap.com and
consider trading for a 3-bedroom
apartment with a view of the Eiffel
Tower or penthouse on the sea in
Tuscany. Annie and her family had
a fantastic experience trading
their Sullivans Island house for a
rural farm in Tuscany. He even let
us drink his wine and olive oil as
they toured the countryside from
Pisa to Cinque Terre.
Heres a website Ill be exploring
this year: glampinghub.com. It
offers unique properties worldwide
including barns, treehouses, caves
and cabins ranging from rustic to
luxurious. How does a vineyard
yurt in Barcelona sound? Its only
$88 per night. Or a treehouse near
Volcanoes National Park in Hawaii?
You can even stay for free if youre
willing to couch surf, which involves
staying with locals in their homes

(or hosting travelers in yours). Sign
up at couchsurfing.com, a network
of 10 million interesting locals in
over 230 countries.
Travelling has joined the emerging
sharing economy. On vayable.com
locals in cities around the world
share authentic experiences with
travelers. A photography walking
tour in Paris, a food crawl in
Rome, a tour of Cuenca, Ecuador
for those considering retirement
there are all examples on their
extensive website. On eatwith.com
and travelingspoon.com vetted
chefs host small pop-up dinners in
their homes. While in Bali, Meryl
and her family spent 3 hours in
a family compound preparing
multiple dishes from scratch with
their Indonesian hosts, using only
ingredients grown nearby. We
shredded coconut with a little
bark grater while two little ladies
cooked over a fire all night. We
ground spices into pastes for the
sauces. It was one of their most
memorable experiences, especially
the delicious corn fritters.
For active vacations, check out

bicycling trips at backroads.com,
or horseback riding at hiddentrails.
com. The independent travel sites
bootsnall.com or gonomad.com
and
travelsignposts.com
have
extensive compilations of firsthand experiences that stray from
the beaten path.
Armchair travelling, I love it. I
can spend hours reading reviews
and imagining trips. If youre like
me and enjoy the planning almost
as much as the going, these
resources will launch you on your
next adventure.
Roadtrips Charleston presents

adventurous
and
interesting
destinations within a few hours
drive of Charleston, S.C.. Carol
Antmans passion for outdoor
and artistic experiences feeds
her wanderlust for exotic and
nearby adventures. For hot links,
photographs and previous columns
or to make comments please see
peaksandpotholes.blogspot.com.
Is l a nd E y e C a l e nda r
January 1
ONGOING DAILY
Mondays
Memoir Writing Circle
Every Monday at 10:30 a.m.
Come, write and share your
stories. CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 Ion Avenue. 843883-3914.
Tuesdays
Time for Twos
Every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Join
Mrs. Mac for stories, songs and
crafts. CCPL Poe Branch Library,
1921 Ion Avenue. 843-883-3914.
Team Trivia
8 to 10 p.m., Home Team BBQ,
Sullivan's Island
Thursdays
Mah Jongg Nights (adults)
Every Thursday from 5:30 8:00
p.m. Learn to play American
Mah Jongg. Join us for a couple
rounds or the whole evening.
CCPL Poe Branch Library, 1921
Ion Avenue. 843-883-3914.
The Dinghy Oyster Roasts
Local Oyster Roasts at the IOP
Front Beach hangout. 6-9 p.m.
every Thursday. $7 buckets of
local steamed oysters and $6
Pints of Blue Point Toasted Lager.

ONGOING
26th Annual Holiday Festival of Lights
Ongoing nightly through Jan. 3
at James Island County Park.
Light up your holidays with over
two million gleaming lights.
Journey a three-mile driving
tour packed with light displays,
then stretch your legs and enjoy
holiday attractions within Winter
Wonderland and Santas Village.
Special event nights including
movies, music and more will take
place on select nights (see below).
Special events included with
festival admission. For hours and
fees, call 843.795.4386 or visit
www.HolidayFestivalofLights.com.
Throughout January
I Can Make a Difference Selfie
Station
Participate in the Marian Wright
Edelman I Can Make a Difference!
initiative, visit the selfie station
and share how you create positive
change in the world. CCPL Poe
Branch Library, 1921 Ion Avenue.
843-883-3914.
Thursday, December 31
Jazzmatazz
7 p.m. Enjoy the sounds of the
Franklin Ashley Jazz Quintet as

they interpret popular, vintage
jazz tunes from singers like
Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday,
and more. Sunrise Presbyterian
Church, Sullivan's Island
New Years Celebration on the
Plaza at Wild Dunes Resort
9 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Reservations
Required:843.886.2307. New
Years is a time to celebrate with
loved ones, remembering the
years milestones and ringing in
the year ahead in festive spirit!
Sip, savor and socialize with
dancing to the tunes of a lively
DJ while enjoying our chefs
selection of light hors doeuvres
and desserts. Top it off, of
course, with a glass of bubbles
during midnights champagne
toast with sparkling cider for
the kiddos. Party favors will be
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plentiful. Adults 21 and older,

enjoy unlimited open bar from 9
p.m. - 12 a.m. for $35 or $25 for
unlimited house wine and beer
per person
male and female finisher. Entry

fees is $25 and includes a T-shirt.
Please pre-register at the Fitness
Center on the Village Plaza 24
hours in advance. 843.886.7008
New Year's Eve with Spazmatics

9 p.m. - 1:30 a.m., At The
Windjammer, IOP. Tickets are $12
advance $17 day off. Champagne
and Party Favors included, 80s
music tribute and comedy. www.
the-windjammer.com
Saturday, January 2
A Viennese New Years Eve Ball

Co-hosted by the Charleston
Symphony Orchestra and the
Gaillard Center. The grand
celebration will take place at the
Gaillard Center from 7:30 to 10:30
p.m. with a special performance
in the Martha & John M. Rivers
Performance Hall, followed by an
elegant Viennese-style dinner and
celebration with dancing in the
Grand Ballroom. Call 843-7237528, ext. 110 for tickets or visit
www.charlestonsymphony.org.
Franklin Ashley Jazz Quintet.
7 p.m. to 8 p.m. New Year's Eve,
Sunrise Presbyterian will present
a wonderful jazz concert with the
Franklin Ashley Jazz Quintet. The
concert is free and open to the
public. Sullivans Island.
Friday, January 1
Dunleavey's Polar Bear Plunge
11 a.m. to 3 p.m., plunging begins
at 2 p.m. Freezin' for a Reason,
this fundraising event benefits the
Special Olympics of SC and takes
place on the Sullivan's Island
beach down from Station 22 1/2.
New Years Day 5K Run
8 a.m. Come out on New Years
Day and break a sweat at the Wild
Dunes' Hair of the Dog 5K fun
run. If the fresh air and exercise
doesnt clear your head or cure
last nights lingering effects, hit
the bar afterwards for a little
hair of the dog or sample a
tasty, non-alcoholic remedy. Join
us at the Grand Pavilion at 8 a.m.
Prizes will be awarded for the top
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
February 6
Saturday, January 9
Saturday, January 16
PLAY: STAR Therapy Dogs

10:30 a.m. Share books with a
furry friend. CCPL Poe Branch
PLAY: Have You Got the Spirit?

10:30 a.m. Decorate a colorful
felt pennant or garland to show
your team spirit or personal style.
Ion Avenue. 843-883-3914.
Tuesday, January 12
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Isle of Palms!
Monday, January 4
Mount Pleasant Artists Guild
Meetings are held at the Town
Hall, BuildingC/D, located at
100 Ann Edwards Lane. A social
begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by
the meeting at 7:00 p.m. The
speaker will be Cynthia Howard,
who has been described as an
"Expressionist", using landscapes,
seascapes, and waterscapes to
evoke memories of scenes or
dreams. New members and/or
guests are always welcome. Visit
www.mtpleasantartistsguild.com.
Tuesday, January 5
Tech Tuesday: Discover
IndieFlix
12 p.m. Dive into the wild and
wacky world of independent films,
all free to you with your CCPL
card. CCPL Poe Branch Library,
1921 Ion Avenue. 843-883-3914.
Friday, January 8
Aging Gracefully: Guarding
against Financial Fraud
10:30 a.m. Learn to spot online
and phone scams and know your
rights if someone tries to take
advantage of you. Donna German,
Senior Citizens Advocate with the
Mt. Pleasant Police Department,
shares tips and resources to help
you and your loved ones fight
financial abuse. CCPL Poe Branch
Beach Lovers Book Club (adults)

10:30 a.m. Come for a lively
discussion of The Boston
Girl by Anita Diamant. Light
refreshments provided. Contact
Connie at darlingc@ccpl.org for
more details. CCPL Poe Branch
The Broadway Tenors

7:30 p.m. See the Broadway
Tenors bring the most popular
songs of Broadway to life in this
concert. Celebrate the music
of Broadway legends such as:
Rodgers & Hammerstein, Irving
Berlin, Andrew Lloyd Webber, and
Kander & Ebb. The Broadway
Tenors don't just sing songs;
they perform a fully staged and
choreographed theatrical show
creating an enchanting evening
of entertainment. You'll delight to
hear favorites from South Pacific,
West Side Story, Phantom of the
Opera, Les Miserables, Jersey
Boys and more. Buy tickets here
www.gaillardcenter.com/buytickets. The Charleston Gaillard
Center, 95 Calhoun Street,
Charleston, SC.
Thursday, January 14
Crafternoon: Have You Got the
Spirit?
3 p.m. Decorate a colorful felt
pennant or garland to show your
team spirit or personal style.
Ion Avenue. 843-883-3914.
IOP History Month Event

5:30 p.m.., Tommy Hartnett and
Wendy Nilsen will talk about the
History of the Island and some of
their experiences. At the Isle of
Palms Recreation Department.
Call 843.886.8294.
Saturday, January 23
10th Annual Authors Event
4 - 6 p.m. Actress/Producer Andie
MacDowell, NY Times Author
Debbie Macomber and NY Times
Author Mary Alice Monroe attend
the Wild Dunes 10th Annual
Authors event. Cassandra
King, will moderate. Tickets $50/
each, call 843.886.2218. Proceeds

support literacy and education in
the Lowcountry.
IOP History Month Event
5:30 p.m., several old island
kids will sit around the table and
talk about their experiences and
adventures while growing up on
the Island. At the Isle of Palms
Recreation Department. Call
843.886.8294.
Saturday, February 6
Sullivan's Island Fire & Rescue
Oyster Roast
5 - 7 p.m. this fundraiser for the
SI Fire & Rescue Squad takes
place Under the Big Tin - 1459
Hennessy Street. "All you can eat"
oysters (bring your own knife),
music and fun. Tickets: $30/
advance; $35 at door. Tickets
available mid-January at the Fire
Station, Town Hall, Harris Teeter
(Sea Island Shopping Center) and
Simmons Seafood.
island eats
Banana Cabana
A casual menu suits its beachfront
setting. Nibbles like peel and eat
shrimp and nachos alongside
heartier platters of seafood. $-$$
(843) 886-4361
www.thebananacabana.com
1130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
2213 Middle St, Sullivans Island
883-9131
Pizza Hut
Now serving Isle of Palms in the
Harris Teeter shopping center.
Deliver right to your door or get
carryout. $
886-5759
www.order.pizzahut.com
1515 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Beard Cats
Gelato made from locally sourced
ingredients, and coffee shop that sits
below Obstinate Daughter. $
416-5020
www.beardcatsweetshop.com
High Thyme
A small island bistro, with a wide
range of dishes, from seafood, tapas
on Tuesday, and a Sunday brunch.
$$-$$$
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
Our biscuits are made from scratch every day using only
the best available ingredients. All of our breakfast meats
are HORMONE AND ANTIBIOTIC FREE.
Dunleavys Irish Pub

The islands only Irish Pub. Famous
burgers, Irish fare, favorite locals
hangout for over 20 years. $$
883-9646
www.dunleavysonsullivans.com
Coconut Joes & Island Joes Coffee

Spectacular views of the Atlantic on
the rooftop bar and live music every
night during the summer. $-$$.
Island Joes next door featuring
coffee and ice cream. $
886-0046
www.coconutjoes.biz
The Dinghy
Laid back Key West Vibe, great
food options, unique beers on tap,
spacious side porch, and live music.
$-$$
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
January 1, 2016
FINANCIAL FOCUS
19
Time for some New Years (financial) Resolutions

BY DIMI MATOUCHEV
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
he New Year has arrived. If

youre like many people, you
might be mulling over some
New Years resolutions, such as
hitting the gym more, learning a
new language or taking a cooking
class. All are worthy goals, but
why not add some financial
resolutions as well?
For example
Pay yourself first. Even if
you arent living paycheck to
paycheck, you probably dont
have much trouble spending your
money because theres always
something that you or a family
member needs, always a repair
required for your home or your
car, always one more bill to pay.
But if you are going to achieve

your long-term goals, such as
a comfortable retirement, you
need to invest consistently. So
before you pay everyone else,
pay yourself first by having some
money automatically moved from
your checking or savings account
each month into an investment.
Take advantage of your
opportunities.
If
you
have
a 401(k) or similar plan at
work, take full advantage of it.
Contribute as much as you can
afford or at least enough to earn
your employers match, if one is
offered and choose the mix of
investments that give you the
potential to achieve the growth
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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
you need at a level of risk with

which you are comfortable.
Focus on the long term. In the
short term, you might be excused
for not wanting to invest. The
headlines are typically scary, the
financial markets are frequently
volatile and the future often looks
murky. Yet, if you can look past
the uncertainties of today and
keep your focus on tomorrow,
you will find it easier to follow a
disciplined investment strategy
that gives you the opportunity to
meet your long-term goals, such
as a comfortable retirement.
. Dont be driven by fear.
When the market is down,
investors tend to react with fear.
Specifically, they rush to sell
their investments, afraid that if
they dont cut their losses, they
might sustain even bigger ones. If
you can get past this feeling, you
may find that a down market can
offer you the chance to buy quality
investments at good prices.
Forget about the hot stocks.
Youll hear friends, co-workers

and talking heads on television
tout todays hot stocks. But by
the time you might hear about
them, they may have cooled off
and, in any case, they might not
be appropriate for your needs.
Forget about getting rich quick
in the market it probably wont
happen. True investment success
requires patience and persistence.
Cut down on your debts. Its
easy to pile up debts, but a lot
harder getting rid of them. Yet,
if you can reduce your debt load
even moderately, youll free up
money you could use to invest.
So look for ways to conserve, cut
back and consolidate it will be
worth the effort.
Making these resolutions and
sticking to them can help you as
you work toward achieving your
financial goals.
This article was written by
Edward Jones for use by your local
Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
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