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is the time of year for personal and communal reflection. How calming and peaceful it is to recognize acts of goodwill and gestures of kindness during this season of merriment. No matter the faith you practice, the holidays are a time of giving and appreciation for all that you’ve been given. As a community, we in Beaufort should rejoice. We have a diverse population eager to make this coastal town better for our children in so many different ways. We have members of The United States Marine Corps serving critical needs in Beaufort, boosting our local economy and bringing a youthful enthusiasm to town. And all the while, they or their loved ones continue to serve overseas proudly and honorably without thought of self, only country. We salute people like Steve Danyluk, retired U.S. Marine and founder of the Independence Fund who worked diligently throughout 2010 to bring the Lt. Dan Band to Beaufort during the Shrimp Festival in order to raise money for wounded veterans.

And we also salute Ivey Lipfert, a civilian working at MCAS, who has been working all year to bring the air show to Beaufort in the spring. Thank you Steve and Ivey for facilitating these memorable events that remind us of the sacrifices our military and their loved ones make every day. In addition to our USMC family, Beaufort is blessed to have Gullah ancestries who are stalwart preservationists of their African linguistic and cultural heritage. The Gullah culture in Beaufort dominates over most coastal towns in South Carolina and Southeast Georgia, which is why we are fortunate to be able to host the oldest and largest Gullah celebration in May, “The Original Gullah Festival.” REJOICE continued on page 2

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See what children wish for this year. Pages 16-17.

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Secession Golf Club hosts annual Service Day. see page 11

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continued from page 1 In September, Beaufort lost a pioneer in Gullah preservation. Rosalie Pazant, founder of the Gullah Festival, passed away at the age of 93. In 1986, Pazant and some friends started to reminisce about how African Americans used to celebrate Memorial Day, or Decoration Day, in years passed. Shortly thereafter, the Gullah Festival was born to celebrate the vibrant culture. Mother of seven, grandmother of 16, great-grandmother of 26 and great-great grandmother of eight, Pazant was a matriarch of the Gullah heritage. Rosalie, you will be dearly missed. Also living in Beautiful Beaufort by the Sea are retirees from all walks of life and from all over the country. You have chosen our Lowcountry to call home, and we couldn’t be more welcoming and happy you’re here. Many of you choose to lead the peaceful and quiet life you rightfully deserve on the nearby golf courses or in the downtown restaurants.

You bring your families and friends from all over the world to Beaufort, introducing them to the beauty and charm you fell in love with years ago. We get to meet your loved ones here and there, and hopefully our hospitality will inspire them to return. And then there are those who don’t want to settle down and enjoy retired life. People like Bonnie Wright, President of the Friends of Hunting Island, just keep going and going, like the Energizer Bunny. We salute and thank you, too. There are so many of you, like Bonnie, who selflessly and tirelessly serve on a number of boards to make our community a better place to live. And then we have old Beaufort families who have always graciously accepted new people to town. They’ve also encouraged their children to explore distant opportunities, confident that they’d return to Beaufort one day, appreciative of the salt in their blood. Their histories intertwine, and their family trees connect at the roots and limbs. They are a unique breed that has established an order and class in Beaufort that, quite frankly, has become internationally noted and admired.

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News We salute people like Chilton Grace Simmons who has class, who exudes everything positive about Beaufort and welcomes people to town with open arms and an inviting cocktail. Simmons, a mother of two and partner at Hood Law Firm in Charleston, always finds the time to send a quick email to check on a friend, arrange a dinner so the new person in town can meet others and still manages to look great! If we didn’t have people like Chilton in Beaufort, we’d lose our ability to attract the world. There are so many people in this small town of ours who make Beaufort so special. Each of you deserves praise, and you should be very proud to call Beaufort home. I’d like to conclude this holiday message by paying tribute to one more Beaufortonian who has given Beaufort the best gift anyone could ever give: waterfront property. Henry C. Chambers, former mayor of Beaufort, had the vision and resolve many years ago to replace dilapidated docks behind the businesses on Bay Street with a waterfront park. It is a beautiful focal point and downtown gathering spot. Everyone I described above — and many more — uses the park as a place to play, reflect, converse, eat, sleep, swing, you name it. We take the time for personal reflection in a park you created, Mayor Chambers. You have given us a gift that keeps on giving. As I write this at my new home on Charles Street, I hear the bells at the

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Parish Church of St. Helena’s ring eight times. They remind me of my faith. My faith is Christianity, a religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth. His birthday is December 25. On this day, Christmas, I celebrate the beginning of a glorious crusade for truth and forgiveness, attributes from my faith that allow me to heal when times are tough and rejoice when life is good. Let us all rejoice. Merry Christmas.

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School funding needs tax reform Don’t delay fixing state’s dysfunctional, outdated tax system South Carolina’s public schools began this school year with $730 million less state funding than they began with two years ago. While federal emergency assistance has helped avoid an unmitigated disaster, losses in education funding have cost districts across the state 4,000-6,000 positions, leading to larger class sizes and less individual attention for students with the greatest need for additional help. South Carolina’s classroom teachers, in addition to dealing with more students and fewer resources, are being forced to take as many as 78,000 days of unpaid leave, amounting to lost wages approaching $20 million. Building maintenance has been reduced to unsustainable levels, districts are imposing new fees for extracurricular activities, and students are wondering whether they will have access to important programs designed to help them in academically difficult areas. Aside from the economic impact of lost jobs and wages on the Greenville community and state as a whole, this unprecedented budget disaster has hindered the progress of children’s learning. While much of this situation can

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be attributed to a historic economic crisis, our state’s budget shortfall did not have to be this severe. There is no law of nature requiring South Carolina schools to face boom-and-bust cycles of revenue stability and cuts, depending entirely upon the condition of the state economy. What we need now, more than ever, is a modern and sustainable revenue system for funding our schools. South Carolina’s Education Finance Act, passed in 1977, is outdated and in serious need of reform. The caps and exemptions contained within state law governing tax and funding issues have narrowed our state’s tax base to such a degree that the slightest economic turbulence can severely impair the ability of school districts to function. In 2009, I asked the General Assembly to consider a comprehensive

KIWANIS CLUB, BI-LO TEAM UP TO FEED COMMUNITY Members of Beaufort Kiwanis Club sold hot dogs in front of the two local Bi-Lo stores and raised money for Bi-Lo Charities. Proceeds were used to purchase Thanksgiving dinners for needy families. Beaufort Kiwanis distributed about 75 dinners this year and about 110 last year. Proceeds will also be used for college scholarships awarded in the spring.

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plan for tax and funding reform based on recommendations from two bipartisan task forces that I assembled. Unfortunately, this sensible, workable plan for reforming the system gained little traction. Now is the time for us to decide: Do we aspire to have our teachers earn what teachers in other states earn? Do we truly believe that every child in every community — regardless of zip code — should have access to a highquality public school? Do we believe that early childhood education really does make a difference and that we need to provide programs to every 4-year-old child who needs them and every family who wants them? If our answer to these questions is yes — and it should be — then it’s time for reform. As I enter my final days as State Superintendent, I am proud of the progress we have made for South Carolina’s public schools. But this progress will be undermined if the General Assembly does not take action next year to ensure comprehensive reform. Waiting another year to address the tax and funding issues in our state may simply be too late.

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Burton firefighters recognized The Burton Fire District recognized two of their own during their annual Christmas awards banquet held on Saturday, Dec. 11, in a ceremony attended by fellow firefighters, families and distinguished guests. Burton Firefighter Bobby Davidson was nominated by his peers and selected as Burton Fire District’s Firefighter of the Year and Captain Matthew Maichel was also nominated and selected as Burton Fire District’s Fire Officer of the Year. Firefighter Bobby Davidson, an Air Force veteran, started his career off in high gear graduating from the South Carolina Fire Academy in 2004 and earning the Order of the Maltese Cross award, an award voted on by fellow fire academy students and instructors, and awarded to someone who exemplifies exceptional leadership. Bobby Davidson has been a member of the Burton Fire District since 2008. When Firefighter Davidson is not performing his routine duties around the fire station, or responding to one of the Burton Fire District’s more than 2,000 emergency calls a year, he volunteers his personal knowledge and skills in technology to assist in maintaining the department’s computers and networking systems. Davidson has

also demonstrated his commitment and dedication to serving his citizens by volunteering as a member of Beaufort County Fire Scene Investigation Team, Davidson and taking that knowledge on how fires start and helping to prevent them by also volunteering off duty to conduct public education events. Davidson and his Maichel wife recently returned from a church mission trip to Africa. Captain Matthew Maichel started in the fire service as a volunteer in 1998, and chose to make it a career by becoming a paid firefighter year later. Captain Maichel is currently the Shift Commander of Shift III and responsible for the daily operations, safety and deployment of the 13 firefighters in his command throughout the district’s five fire stations, as well as the overall command of all emergency incidents that occur throughout the district and the responsibility to bring them to successful and life-saving conclusions.

Among his many duties and responsibilities, Captain Maichel volunteered his time to be a member of the Beaufort County Fire Scene Investigation Team, and also a Fire Inspector and Instructor. With cardiovascular disease being the number one killer of firefighters nationwide, Captain Maichel’s concern for the wellbeing of his firefighters also led him to become peer fitness trainer. Captain Maichel was nominated for Officer of the Year by not only the members on his shift, but also by firefighters throughout the department, for his exemplary leadership, dedication and commitment to his firefighters and the citizens they protect, and his professional commitment to the Burton Fire District and firefighters statewide. Firefighters are known and respected for their selflessness and willingness to sacrifice for the greater good of the communities they serve, as well as their willingness to accept tremendous risks for others. Captain Maichel and Firefighter Davidson are not only made of the same great character that firefighters are known and respected for, but also hold the admiration and respect of their fellow firefighters for going above and beyond in a profession that already demands so much.

The Island News asked some of Beaufort’s best accountants what would be their “bullet list” of good ideas to help our readers save money this last week of 2010? Here are their recommendations:

It is dangerous to mix investing with entertainment. The classic example is thinking that a TV or radio personality can provide general financial information and you act on it without first taking the time to figure out if it applies to your particular situation. The financial press, personal finance bloggers and best-selling authors are all sources of information. But don’t confuse information with the real work of figuring out how it applies to your very unique situation. As good as many of them are at providing a filter for information, and even providing general rules of thumb, you are the only one who can figure out how it applies to your life. The reason is simple: planning for your financial future is personal. It has to be. A good plan will be unique to your situation, and what is right for your situation may be a disaster for your neighbor. So read as much as you want, but then make sure you spend the time to figure out how it applies to you before you make important decisions about your life savings. That is where we can help. Let’s meet so you can get a second opinion.

• Pay all real estate taxes and personal property taxes before the end of the year to get your deductions from your 2010 taxes. • Make charitable giving cash and non-cash by the 31st to get deductions. • Give old clothes to Goodwill — get dated receipts. • Defer any income till next year that you don’t want to pay tax on which will give you until April 15, 2012 to pay (which is a long way off ). • Plus you can get a $3,000 deduction on stock losses or a bad personal loan by the end of the year. • If you bought your first home this year, you might be eligible for the homebuyers credit up to $8,000. • If you are self-employed, run your own business or spent money on educational costs this past year, then many of these expenses are tax deductible. Start now sorting your receipts into labeled envelopes (by their deductible expense categories, with dates) so you are ready come tax filing time. Tally up the amounts in each category and write it on the front of the envelope for easy access.

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The Beaufort Light Up the Night Boat Parade was a great success with numerous boats and hundreds of spectators. Whether you were on a decorated boat in the parade or part of the boat identification crew, judges’ helpers, set up and tear down committee, sound system crew, photographers, after-party participants, contributors or organizers or a spectator, you ALL made the Beaufort Light Up the Night Boat Parade a magical event. Special thanks to our announcer, Edmund Johnson, who put so much personality into the parade, and the judges State Representative Shannon Erickson, Port Royal Mayor Sam Murray and County Councilmen Paul Summerville for their time and efforts. Strings & Things Music provided the sound system for the night and the Beaufort Water Search and Rescue team kept the decorated boats safe along the parade route. Because of the generous financial contribution from our Commander’s Event Sponsors — members of the Beaufort Sail & Power Squadron and Port Royal Landing Marina, the Officer Flag Award Sponsors, Hand & Tanner, Sweetgrass Restaurant, Sea Island Best Western Inn — we were able to give monetary prizes to the first, second and third placed boats in the Under 25’ Power Boat Division and in the Over 25’ Power Boat Division. We made a liberal donation to the Beaufort Water Search and Rescue who provide an invaluable service to the boating community. The Beaufort Sail & Power Squadron will use their net proceeds to further the education of the community by

conducting Public Safe Boating Classes and water safety demonstrations in the schools and other groups. It is only through education can we make our local waters safer for everyone. The winners of the best decorated boats in the Power Boats under 25’ category were: Christmas Boat, Capt. Wallace; Picture Perfect White Christmas, Capt. O’Quinn; Let it Snow, Capt. Geier. Winners in the Power Boats Over 25’ category were: The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, Capt. Volsbury; Frosty the Snowman, Capt. Clark; and Wrapped & Ready to Go, Capt. McKeown. Thank you to Capt. Gallagher for his participation in the sail boat division. If you were unable to attend this year, we will do it again next year and we hope it will be even bigger and better. Again, thank you ALL for your participation and support. Yours for safe and fun boating, Beaufort Sail & Power Squadron Kay P. Summers, Past Commander

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One of America’s most popular reality television shows is coming to Beaufort Country, and, with the help of H2 Builders Inc., life for one local family will never be the same. In early January 2011, ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” will join forces with H2 Builders to build a dream home and renovate the lives of a deserving Beaufort County family. Citing the company’s founding convictions of quality, integrity and excellence, H2 Builders owner Todd Hawk says his firm is thrilled to have been selected to participate in this exciting and rewarding project. ‘“Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” is a natural fit for H2 Builders,” Hawk said. “We’re both in the business of making dream homes come true.” When it comes to the construction business, the process of making a dream home come true usually takes months. With “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” however, Hawk and his team of community volunteers will do it in one week. And though he does admit that tearing down one home and building another in a week can be a daunting task, Hawk said he believes that he and his crews and the people of the Beaufort County community — both North and South of the Broad — are more than up to it. “Coming together to help one of our own is something we know all about in the South,” he said. “It just comes naturally.” Hawk also stressed that the lucky family who gets a new home will not be the only Beaufort County “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” beneficiary. In addition to the “feel good” aspect of coming together for a good and common cause, communities where the show has filmed have reported a positive economic impact in addition to the recognition. “It’s a win-win-win,” said Hawk. As with each “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” build, all labor and materials must be donated, and Hawk is sending out a call to businesses and individuals across Beaufort County to step up and join him on this week-long journey to help ensure the success of making this home dream come true in Beaufort County. Interested individuals or companies can find more information on how to volunteer time and resources at www.ExtremeMakeoverBeaufortCounty.com. The show airs on ABC on Sundays from 8-9 p.m.

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News CHRISTMAS IS REAL, ANY REAL PERSON CAN SEE THAT By Cherimie Crane

I no longer put teeth under my pillow nor am I overly disappointed in the absence of colorful eggs and plastic grass next to my bed Easter morning. “Mirror, mirror on the wall” reminds me I am no Peter Pan, and as long as I have been fishing, I have yet to see a mermaid. Unexpected rainbow sightings no longer cause an immediate search for leprechauns or glowing black pots. Halloween doesn’t necessarily have me looking to the sky for brooms, and after years of traveling the world, I give up on any yellow brick road. It doesn’t mean I don’t believe. The tooth fairy now has a very nice office and if I am good, I visit sandman while he cares for my teeth. The Easter Bunny sends me to Walmart to dye my own eggs so that more age appropriate children Cherimie can search for them. Crane Obviously, he believes in self reliance. And who wants to be young forever anyway? I don’t have to eat any vegetable I don’t want too. When faced with the choice, Peter Pan can have eternal youth. Now I enjoy rainbows without the stress or time restraint of finding a tiny guy with an accent and a mobile fortune. Now, that was pressure. October 31st rolls around and instead of being afraid, I am highly amused. (Some years more than others.) Japan, New Zealand, Canada, Australia, Jamaica, none have any yellow brick roads. Although I don’t remember any flying monkeys, the magic was just as real. What I found exploring these countries was far greater than any old guy behind a curtain. No offense to anyone who hangs out behind a curtain, of course. But there is one childhood friend I refuse to let go. Santa is still just as real as he was when I was 6 in flannel pj’s and fuzzy socks running from window to window. I may not leave cookies as much as I once did and my lists may not be quite as long, or near as fun, but I do look for him every single year. Come December, I can find him just about anytime I want. I see him ringing a bell to feed the hungry. I watch him open doors for women carrying babies, strollers and the weight of the world. He stays up late decorating homes, churches, and even downtown streets. Somehow he softens hearts, fears and words all the while encouraging dreams, hope and forgiveness. Smiles are a bit warmer, greetings more sincere, and anger seems as likely to stick as snow to our warm Southern ground. Anytime I need a Santa fix, a children’s play, a letter to Santa, or even giggles over Rudolph are instant cures. What a wonderful time of year to believe. Christmas is real, Santa is real, any real person can see that. Merry Christmas, Beaufort. 10

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he Photography Club of Beaufort is pleased to announce the winners of the 2010 Dale Westcott High School Nature Photography Award. This annual award is given in memory of Dale Westcott, a Habersham resident and avid nature photographer who died suddenly in 2005. Barbara Westcott will award the checks and ribbons at the club meeting on January 10, 2011, at 7 p.m. The students, guests and general public are invited to attend and celebrate the accomplishments of these talented students. Students from all the local high schools participated and this year Battery Creek High School swept all four awards. First Place: Ashley Volpe , “Summer of September” (above) Second Place: Amy Logan, “Secret Garden” (left) Third Place: Alexis Miller, “Ketchup and Relish” Honorable Mention: Caitlynn Young, “Sunset”

Diary of a Dental Chicken by Terry Sweeney Time was when going to the dentist filled me with indescribable angst. When the dreaded day of my appointment arrived, even for something as painless as a cleaning; I’d begin to manifest sudden vague medical maladies ... “My throat’s a little scratchy” ... “My right eye is twitching” ... Or my all-time favorite “I ate something last night in a restaurant that gave me … uh, let’s just say I can’t be too far from a bathroom this morning.” Those little white lies usually got me off the hook, but I was always just postponing the inevitable and probably just making things worse. Still, it seemed, no matter what, I was destined to be “dental-phobic” for life. Cut to walking into the happy, serene waiting room at Durham Dental. I had heard from so many people how thrilled they were to have found Dr. Stephen Durham and how comfortable and at ease he made them feel. None the less, I was still apprehensive as I approached the reception desk. But not for long. Judith Howard, Durham’s scheduling coordinator, has a smile that immediately reassures you that you’ve come to the right place. I instantly felt like a guest in her home rather than a patient as she offered me soft drinks, coffee, tea, you name it;

Talk about cutting edge. I felt like I was Fred Flintstone and I’d climbed into a time machine and landed far in the future as I witnessed all the pain-free technological advances. and chatted good-naturedly as I filled out my paper work. Colette Diaz, also at the front desk, could not have been nicer and proceeded to pass me on to Dr. Durham’s fantastic ‘New Patient Coordinator’ and dental hygienist, Jennifer Jon. Jennifer has the gift of making you feel as if you’ve known her all your life. She sensed I was a little ill at ease around dental equipment and took the time to show me what did what and how the new technology that they have available has taken so much of the pain out of the process. Wow. Talk about cutting edge. I felt like I was Fred Flintstone and I’d climbed into a time machine and landed far in the future as I witnessed all the pain-free technological advances. Apparently Dr. Durham is constantly studying the latest developments in what he calls “neuromuscular dentistry” and he’s brought it all back to little ol’ Beaufort.

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Lucky us! What I found so impressive also was the time that Jen took with me. At Durham Dental, you feel like you really matter; and that no one’s gonna go prodding, and poking, and drilling until you feel comfortable. They even asked me about my “dental goals” (which use to be “go as long as possible without seeing a dentist!”). Jen and Dr. Durham helped me to set new ones I’m happy to report, I had the best cleaning I’ve ever had in my life and Dr. Durham was constantly in and out checking on me and explaining what simple steps he could take to get me where I wanted to be. I chose to start with the Zoom! Advanced Power whitening and loved the results! If you are walking down Bay Street and you see the flash of dazzling white from an unidentified smiling object — it’s probably me. I look forward to returning to Durham Dental to complete my new dental goals. (And maybe to get another one of those fabulous cookies they give you on the way out.) Thanks to Dr. Durham and his team, I am a dental chicken no more! To contact Durham dental for more information, or to make an appointment, call (843) 379-5400 or go online at www.durhamdental.net.

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Secession Golf Club hosts Service Day Secession Golf Club on Lady’s Island hosted its Sixth Annual Service Day on Tuesday, December 22 to honor and thank emergency responders, fire, police and ambulatory personnel as well as active duty military. The club invited the service personnel to play on the beautiful 14-hole golf course routed along the scenic marsh surrounding Gibbes Island. With temperatures in the upper 50’s and sunny, more than 80 golfers enjoyed the pristine course noted for its superb caddie program and mandatory walking policy. John Marsh, the club’s general manager, explained, “This is one way we can give back to the community in which we live. We want to take care of those who take care of us everyday.” I n addition to Service Day, members of the club manage a scholarship fund. The LeVeen-Roach Scholarship Fund was named for two members who lost their lives in the World Trade Center during the terrorist attacks on

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News YMCA ROCKIN’ LOCK-IN FOR NEW YEAR’S The YMCA of Beaufort County is hosting a lock-in for children ages 6-13. The lock-in will be from 5 p.m. New Year’s Eve, Friday, Dec. 31, until 8 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011. This event will be 15 hours packed full of fun activities for your child including Wii, karaoke, 5-on-5 sports tournaments, swimming, crafts, a midnight talent show and much more. Parents can expect a fun and safe environment in a fully monitored facility and an experienced staff including our childcare and aquatics directors! Kids are asked to bring a positive attitude along with their swim gear, a sleeping bag and pillow. Stop by the Wardle Family YMCA on 1801 Richmond Ave. in Port Royal to register for this event. The cost is $25 per child. For more information, call 843-522-9622.

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Beaufort Teen Center relocates The Board of Directors of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Beaufort Area decided to relocate the Beaufort Teen Center, currently at 1211 Harrington St. in Beaufort, to available space in the Boys & Girls Club of Beaufort, located two blocks away at 1100 Boundary St. This move returns the teen center to the Boys & Girls Club of Beaufort after five years of having a separate building and aligns itself with other clubs in the Lowcountry of having teens and younger members under the same roof. “In the 25-year history of the Boys & Girls Club of Beaufort, it was a luxury to have a separate building for Beaufort teens for the past five years. However, to remain economically vigilant, it makes perfect sense to put our Beaufort services under one roof,” Doug Barry, executive director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry, said. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Jasper County, Bluffton and Hilton Head Island all house their teen centers within their clubs. “It’s economically and socially smart,” Barry said. “The teen center will have separate and designated spaces for their activities. This is important because teens have programs that address their special issues, challenges and stage

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of life. However, having the teens in the same building offers mentoring opportunities for them as well as costsaving opportunities for staff.” Barry said the Boys & Girls Club of Beaufort is working with an architect to redesign the Club so The Teen Center will be separated from the activities for the younger children. In addition, the Board plans to upgrade the Club’s technology and possibly, have a designated area for a sound studio. The Harrington Street location will be closed as of January 17. Barry said the Beaufort Teen Center is scheduled to reopen at the Boundary Street location in mid-March or as soon as the structural changes are complete at the Boys & Girls Club of Beaufort. Joe Mix, a current board member and 25-year supporter of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Beaufort Area, said, “Unfortunately, as a social service, we can’t just raise taxes, the people who are

concerned about Beaufort children must always raise the funds and use them in the most financially responsible way possible. Relocating the Beaufort Teen Center into available space of the Boys & Girls Club of Beaufort honors our donors and our mission as we use their contributions in the wisest way possible.” Mix, known as the “founding father” of the local Boys & Girls Club movement, started rallying community support for the club in Beaufort, in 1985. From his efforts, the organization was born in the Lowcountry. Mix said, “In each decision we make, the board evaluates our financial due diligence with our mission of giving as many local children meaning and purpose in life.” Approximately 50 members per day attend the Beaufort Teen Center. The center provides a spectrum of programs. Some of the most popular programs include partnering with LOUD (Living Out UR Dreams), a nonprofit organization which gives teens a forum to write, produce and perform songs and poems. The Teen Center also sponsors regular trips to visit colleges in the region and has tutors available. The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry manages six area clubs in Beaufort and Jasper counties.

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New Year’s Eve happenings around town Can you believe that the end of the year is coming next Friday? I checked with some of the restaurants downtown to see what is happening for you, plus got some reservation numbers. The Rhett House Inn has Chef Chris Hewitt from Southern Graces preparing a four course dinner that includes fois gras, filet mignon, pistachio encrusted lamb chops, or poached lobster for $60 per person. They have two seatings, one at 7 p.m. and the other at 9:30. Champagne and mixed drinks available but not included. Full menu online, also check out the special spend-thenight New Years package that includes champagne and a gift bag. Visit www. rhetthouseinn.com or call 524-9030. Over at Wren, Chef Annie Sergeant and Sous Chef Blake Hendricks have put together a five course dinner for $60 per person that features lobster bisque, and choice of filet mignon or poached Alaskan halibut, with two seatings at 5:30 p.m. and 9. Call 843-524-9463 for reservations. Across the street, Breakwater has regular dinner service with an addition of the chef ’s much raved about short

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ribs from the recent Italian wine dinner. A lobster and steak surf and turf special will be served along with a complementary champagne toast at midnight while watching the ball drop on the television in the bar. Call 843-379-0052. I also heard that they will be closed from December 24 - 27, reopening on Tuesday, Dec. 28. Over on Bay Street, Saltus’ Chef Brian Waters has a special four course meal for $49 per person that features beef tenderloin or a Maine butter lobster. The full menu is also online at www.saltusrivergrill.com or call 843379-3474. Down the street, Plums will feature blackboard and drink specials with The Broke Legends playing at 10 p.m. Next door at Luther’s the band

Irritating Julie also starts at 10 p.m. Pannini’s has drink specials and a DJ. City Loft Hotel has a special New Year;s Eve Overnighter for $189 for two that includes a bottle of champagne in the room upon arrival, plus a cheese plate and a $20 gift certificate to City Java coffee. You can book online at www.citylofthotel.com or call 843-3795638. If you are not spending the night downtown, then you might think about booking a cab in advance and putting that number on speed dial. Out on St. Helena Island, at the Foolish Frog, Chef Bob Roderer will be doing his menu including pan fried crab cakes, filet mignon, and center cut bone-in pork chops, along with a special dish of braised pork ribs and sauerkraut along with Hoppin’ John. Call 8389300. Next door on Dataw Island, at Sweetgrass, Chef Nadine Awoyemi is doing a special crab-topped fillet with béarnaise sauce, seared yellow fin tuna, or pork with peppercorn with complementary champagne toast. Laid back dress code, the bar will be open past midnight. For more, call 838-2151.

Open Land Trust Membership Drive — Just one week left for 2010 tax advantages! The Open Land Trust, which has done so much good for Beaufort County by purchasing threatened views and open lands, is in the final week of its big December membership drive. For just $30 tax deductible dollars, your money will go directly to preserving threatened habitats and open space for all of us and future generations, like the recently saved Green in Old Point in the historic district. Simply go online to www. openlandtrust.com/membership or call 843-521-2175.

Oops! Typo last week New York jewelry designer John Wind’s collection of beautiful vintage inspired jewelry is available exclusively at Rossignol’s and not where previously reported. You’ve still got time for the perfect gift! Sorry to Ginger and Charles Aimar for the mistake.

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Jewelry designer John Wind at Rossignol’s.

Renowned jewelry designer John Wind brought his latest collection to Rossignol’s recently and greeted many of his fans who snapped up his beautiful vintage inspired pieces. John, who is nearly 6 feet 7 inches tall, joked that he was the tallest jewelry designer in the world. Originally from Philadelphia, John went to London’s famous Slade School of Fine Art where he first started selling his designs. After being chosen designer of the month by “The London Times” and featured in “Vogue,” he was picked up by Bloomingdales in the U.S. John

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was impressed at how friendly and welcoming people are in Beaufort and he will take fond memories of his visit here as he heads off to Paris where he sources many of the items he uses in his designs.

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And from all of us at the Lowcountry Social Diary, may you have a warm and wonderful Christmas!! And a super prosperous New Year!! All our best, Lanier, Pamela and Heather

The Valentine Ball Showcasing silent auction items for the fundraiser on February 12, 2011 ART: The perfect additon to your porch or patio: a ceramic garden stool created by artist Nancy Pollock. Donated by Nancy Pollock SERVICE: Want your next outdoor party to be bug free? Have Collins Pest Control spray your yard. Donated by Collins Pest Control PARTY: Steak Dinner for Six at Harold’s Country Club in Yemessee. Enjoy a great meal in a truly unique setting. After dinner, you can shoot pool or take a few spins around the dance floor. Donated by Harold’s Country Club. FASHION: Spend your day shopping on Bay Street with gift certificates to M, Branches, Doodlebugs, Beaufort Clothing Store, Sweet Grass and then enjoy a lunch at Southern Sweets. Donated by each downtown store. TRIP: Explore Sapelo Island. Enjoy the natural beauty of the island and stay in a three bedroom, two bathroom home. Donated by Creative Printing Inc. of Brunswick, Ga.

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Coach Rogers holds up a winning plaque with Beaufort Academy students Jack McDougall and Kendra Rogers.

The K-12 Chess Nationals were held in Orlando, Fla., from Dec. 10-12 with more than 1,000 players from across the United States. The Beaufort Academy Kindergarten chess team placed fourth in the nation. The team was the first from South Carolina to place in the top 5 in the country.

Third graders sing, dance and spread holiday cheer On Wednesday, Dec. 15, third graders from Lady’s Island Elementary School traveled to the community to spread holiday cheer. The Third Grade LEAP, an auditioned dance ensemble under the direction of Lisa Howard, and the Third Grade Show Choir, under the direction of Kristin Brady, caroled and danced for many residents in the Beaufort community. Their exciting “road show,” planned by Drama Teacher Lynda McLain, began at Summit Place, an assisted living facility in Beaufort. The residents had joy on their faces as the students sang several Christmas songs and danced a dance from “The Nutcracker.” The students then traveled to Morningside, another assisted living facility. The residents and faculty were so excited to have these joyous youngsters that they even baked fresh cookies. The children headed to downtown Beaufort where they sang for the clients and workers at Wachovia, First Citizens and Regions Bank. As they traveled from destination to destination, they caroled as they walked, receiving numerous smiles and thank you’s

Lady’s Island Elementary School students sing in front of Southern Sweets on Bay Street.

along the way. They then caroled in front of Southern Sweets and Lulu Burgess, again having many passersby stop and listen to the festive songs. A short trip to Chick-Fil-A for lunch gave them enough energy for yet one more stop at NHC Healthcare in Okatie. The residents sang along as the children sang their holiday favorites. What a great way to get so many of our own community into the holiday spirit.

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Tanner Caldwell, Sydnee Coggins, Chloe McElveen, Walker Newman, and Ella Danyluk act as beavers in E.C. Montessori’s Holiday Show: A Multi-Species Celebration at ARTworks in Beaufort Town Center on Thursday, December 16. Students in the Lower and Upper Elementary classes participated in the play that brought awareness to various holiday rituals this time of year.

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Congratulations to Sophomore Preston Suber from the Beaufort Academy boys basketball team. He recorded back to back double-doubles last week. He scored 20 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in a 47-38 win over Cathedral Academy. Last Thursday he poured in 23 points to go along with 10 rebounds against Andrew Jackson Academy.

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ady’s Island Stacking took part in the second annual WSSA Holiday STARS Sport Stacking Tournament on Saturday, December 4. This was the first sanctioned event of the year for the team. Anna Smith was the all around winner and the top overall stacker in all five events. She set two potential state records: one in the 3-6-3 and the other in child/parent doubles. First place age-group winners were Barron Jepson, Molly Smith, Eli Smith, Pyrajah Alexander, Julianna Fiduccia, Brooks Brown, Aaron Peterson, and Alonte Harvey.

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What do you want for Christmas? By Beaufort Academy Interns Katie Kindwall and Madeline Griffith and Patrick Ferri

he big day is almost here! This weekend, children across Beaufort County — and the world — will wait in anticipation to see what Santa will bring on Christmas morning. At many local elementary schools, students voiced their wishes. Some adults on Bay Street told us what they wanted most this year, and even confessed to their best and worst gifts ever.

“I love Harry Potter, so I want a Severus Snape wand.”

Laura Biggs St. Peters Catholic School 5th

“I really wish I could see my best friend in Guam.”

Tyler Mann Lady’s Island Middle 8th

“A good Christmas.”

Desten Faltus Lady’s Island Middle 8th “A John boat.”

Jasmine Washington Lady’s Island Middle 8th

Elijah Simmons Lady’s Island Middle 8th “A SDI X-large, a droid phone, a custom laptop and a Kinect.”

Takota McWhorter Lady’s Island Middle 8th “XBox games, especially Halo reach.”

Kari Workman Lady’s Island Middle 8th

“I want money to donate to

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St. Jude’s Hospital.”

“Real puppies, a dauchaund, and a boxer, and a PSP for my brothers.”

“A boxer puppy, and a horse.”

Andalu’ Blanc Johnson E.C. Montessori

Walker Newman E.C. Montessori

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“Bakugans!”

“I want a Corgie dog and a horse.”

“I want Pokemon cards and a PSP with football games.”

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“A Dairy Queen Blizzard maker.”

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“A go-go Walking Dog!”

“An Airhog Spy helicopter.”

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“A Transformer.”

“Spongebob!”

“I want a camera Barbie doll.”

• Her best gift ever was a hand made memory quilt from her grandmother, made of bits of significant fabric from her life. • Her worst gift was a used book from a yardsale ... with the 2$ sticker still on it.

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Lori westerfield • She really wants an iPad.

Jennifer Jones • She wants a vacation!

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local shoppers at her store, M Home and Garden. • Her best gift ever? A 10-speed bike when she was 10 years old. • She also says she’s never gotten a bad gift.

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“I want to have a fun year.”

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“Call of Duty Black Ops.”

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“I want a cell phone.”

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“A new nano iPod.”

Nicholas Willard Beaufort Middle School

“I want voltage cherry Nike Mercurial Vapor cleats.”

david jenny • He doesn’t want anything except for a happy, relaxing time with the family, to watch some good football, and maybe a bike rack for the car. • Her best gift ever is either the Direct TV hookup his children all got together and bought one year, or his tickets to Hawaii they bought another year. • He says, in true holiday form, he’s never gotten a bad gift.

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“A car so I can have one when I am 16.”

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Jerry phillips • He doesn’t want a single thing for Christmas! • Her best gift? In his words: A granyoungin’. • He says he’s never gotten a bad gift himself.

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omelets too. Thinking Christmas morning? Presents opened, everyone chilling and you’re with a glass of pink. From the Penedes region in northeastern Spain, we have Torres’ Sangre de Toro Rosado. Sangre de Toro is a fairly well known name because it’s one of the few Spanish wines available 20 years ago. The rose is a new product from them, made from Tempranillo and Garnache, Spanish for Grenache. And, not to be left out, from the Rioja region comes El Coto Rioja Rosado, also made from Garnacha and Tempranillo. This one is lighter than the Toro, with a lovely floral aroma. And, moving to the southern hemisphere, from Argentina we have Crios Rose of Malbec. This is a fuller style rose, perfect for cabernet lovers when they go pink. And, perfect for heavier pink style meals. Finally, from Chile, there is the Torres Rose of Cabernet — medium bodied despite what we’d expect. Just goes to show the range and flexibility of these wines. So, as we all start preparing for holiday meals, again, this week and next, don’t forget the wonderful world of pink. All of these wines are $10 to $14. How hard can it be to try some? Once you go there, pink is a great state of mind! Enjoy.

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Uptown Grill is the new hot spot By Wendy Pollitzer The Lunch Bunch had a holiday feast at the Uptown Grill at 1001 Boundary Street. This week, Pamela’s husband, Daniel, joined the group. Barry was happy to have another male at the table; listening to a group of six girls jibber jabber every week makes him a little uncomfortable at times! Uptown Grill was packed, but that didn’t stop the great service. The chic eatery specializes in modern American cuisine and is a hot spot for ladies’ lunches. Stephanie waited on us, and she was ever so delightful and prompt. She brought the table some crispy spring rolls with plum sauce and calamari to start. We all liked the appetizers and were unanimous that the calamari is a must-have at Uptown Grill. Stephanie explained the day’s specials, New England Clam Chowder and Fried Oyster Caesar Salad. It was exactly what I had in mind. And boy, was it good. There were probably 10 to 15 fried oysters in the salad. It was enough for two, but I found room to eat it all. Kim ordered a salad as well. She got the Beet and Goat Cheese salad, with spinach, walnuts, mandarin oranges and a hard cooked egg with citrus vinaigrette.

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Pets Responsibilities of owning a dog If you are interested in getting a dog for the right reasons, please ask yourself the following 10 questions, prior to selecting a breed and breeder or visiting your local shelter or rescue facility: 1. Are you, and all those who live with you, committed to spend more than 12 years providing health care, food, grooming, training and attention to a dog? Do the people who live with you also want a dog? 2. Do you have the time and resources available to take your dog for walks and to the vet? To bathe, brush and trim nails as often as necessary? Will you want to play and work on daily training, with your dog? Are you willing to pay for and take your dog to puppy socialization, kindergarten and basic obedience classes? 3. Are there lifestyle-altering events that could occur in your foreseeable future? A baby, caring for an elderly family member, a divorce, job uncertainty, etc.? And, how would you deal with these changes as they impact your ability to care for a dog? 4. Is your personality conducive to dog ownership? Do you often feel stressed out? Do you like to have total control over your environment or space? Are you a neat freak? Are you flexible? Patient? Answer honestly. Nobody but you will know and, more importantly, nobody but you will have to live with the results tempering your personality to a dog. 5. Are you physically able to care for a dog? Are you

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Auditions announced for ‘The Dining Room’ Auditions for “The Dining Room” by A.R. Gurney are January 26 - 27, 2011 at 7 p.m. at ARTWorks in Beaufort Town Center (next to Kmart & BiLo on Boundary Street). Produced by Misspent Youth Productions and directed by Gail Westerfield, production dates are March 23- April 3. For more information, contact e.gail.w@gmail.com and visit www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org

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Power Top, Power windows, Automatic, Tilt, Cruise STK# P332657 Was 16,988

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2009 Wrangler Unlimited 2009 Wrangler Unlimited 2010 Wrangler Banks Power Edition $25,988 $24,811 $28,846 56K Miles, 5 Speed, Local 1 Owner Trade STK# 794240 Was 15,988

2004 Jeep Wrangler $14,817 Was $8,988 You won’t find one NICER...Anywhere!!!

1973 VW Bug $7,953

4 Door, Only 43K Miles, Auto, Air Cond, PW, Cruise STK# P147717 Was 25,988

2007 Wrangler Unlimited $24,458 Save Huge $$$ vs. New Leather & Loaded Only 3500 miles!

2009 Nissan 370z Touring SAVE

Was $10,988 Sweet!!! Won’t last long

1970 Jeep Wagoneer $8,994 Was $9,988 Local Trade In Runs & Looks Great!

2002 Honda Accord EX V-6 $8,952

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