CH2: Celebrate Hilton Head - October 2011

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We Can Be heroeS You can even wear a cape and an “s” logo on your chest, if you like.

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friDaY niGht LiGhtS the bluffton bobcats give us something to celebrate.

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C2’S home & hearth special Advertising section

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DeBunKinG the mYthS of hirinG an interior DeSiGner Whether your property is a sprawling family estate in Palmetto bluff or a quaint beachside cottage in sea Pines, when building or remodeling your home, it pays to invest in a team of professionals.

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KinetiCo do you know what’s in the water?

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Covert aire Mike covert prides himself on impeccable service that includes reliability, integrity, ethics and even things as basic as crisp, clean trucks and uniforms.

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heaLthY environmentS Just What the ‘ductor’ ordered…

CamBriDGe: BuiLDinG DreamS Frank Guidobono specializes in high-end, but is able to compete favorably on any kind of project, large or small.

Be a KiD aGain Learn to play golf .

Get Your motor runninG Lowcountry car clubs sharing the road

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the ShoreS are aLive hilton head Prep presents The Sound of Music

the return of the muSCLe Car this article is about cars, but this is fair warning; if electric cars, hybrids, or those little deathtraps that they laughably call smart cars are your thing, you should turn the page now.

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a frienDLY rivaLrY try as you might, you’re not going to get the lady golfers at bluffton and hilton head island high schools to say something bad about one another.

DoeS everYone reaLLY Drive a uSeD Car? the long and short of it is this: with the economy the way it is, most people are looking for any way possible to save money.

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finDinG the PaYoff in enerGY-effiCient CarS Given their influx popularity, perhaps you’re wondering if now is the right time for you to invest in a more energy-efficient car.

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pHoTograpHy By MArK stAFF CosTume CourTesy JenniFer At the Arts center speCiaL THanKs To Mr. ed And bridGet bAiLeY

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heLLo mY name iS..

Lavarn Lucas, the hilton head island Fire chief

eDitor’S note My two cents.

>> bUsiness ProFiLes

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reiLLeY’S You’d have to take a pretty long trip in the wayback machine—all the way to 1982—to get to a time when that name didn’t appear on the door of at least one island establishment.

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CountrY CLuB of hiLton heaD The place for meetings, events and special occasions

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a SerieS of fortunate eventS Your 15 minutes of fame.

CharitY Corner hilton head humane Association helps those who need it more

our toWn dancing Like the stars: Fred Astaire dance studio’s annual dance showcase lets everyone shine

QuaLitY GoLf CarS From fully customizable golf carts, driveup service, and their own financing service, Quality Golf cars is a business born and raised in a tough recession.

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faCeS DaYSPa spa treatments not Just for Women Anymore

the eLeCtriC Piano Pop on in for the sterlin and shuvette show

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C2 after DarK Who’s playing where and when, along with trivia nights, and other reasons to stay up past 10 p.m.! but not after 2am. nothing good happens after 2 a.m. Ask your mother.

GoLf 101 extra Long, belly & regular Putters: Which one is right for you?

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a WorD from the maYorS drew Laughlin and Lisa sulka update you on town happenings on hilton head island and in bluffton.

a Line in the SanD halloween

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CeLeBrate oCtoBer this month is so jam-packed we almost needed tWo pages. Almost.

hiGh SPiritS oktoberfest!

DiSCountS! Why in the world would you not show your CH2 card to get these fabulous discounts? if your issue doesn’t have one, e-mail us your mailing address and we’ll send you one! card requests to m.washo@ celebratehiltonhead.com.

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heaLth note the ‘real skinny’ on breast cancer

oUr horseWoMAn, bridGet bAiLeY tAKes A breAK betWeen shots. sPeciAL thAnKs to dee-dee, bridGet And sAndrA FroM LAWton stAbLes For heLPinG oUr coVer ideA becoMe A reALitY!

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From THe ediTor

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2 Publisher / editor-in-Chief: MAGGie WAsho art Director: KeLLY stroUd art & Production cAtherine dAVies advertising Sales: Ashton KeLLeY stAn WAde chUcK boUFFord KiM croUch executive assistant LiLY bArteLL Contributing Writers: KrissY cAnteLUPe MiKe codY PAUL deVere FrAnK dUnne Jr. dAVid GiGniLLiAt coUrtneY hAMPson dreW LAUGhLin PAMeLA cAPriotti MArtin Pete PoPoVich ritA sLAVetsKAs LisA sULKA debbie sZPAnKA dAVid tobiAs GreGorY VAUGhn Peter ZinK Contributing Photographers / artist: PhotoGrAPhY

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P.o.box 22949 hilton head island, sc 29925 843.689.2658 m.washo@celebratehiltonhead.com

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h yes, even i am going to jump on the bandwagon. i met tim singleton a few years ago when he called and asked if he could meet with me about getting some press for strive to excel (s2e). of course, being the greedy publisher that i am, i wanted ad revenue. After meeting with tim, thoughts of ad revenue went out the window, and i ended up “in the hole” by donating six full pages and a special photo shoot for the kids of s2e so they could be featured in the magazine.

Fast forward a year. tim asked if i would participate in the dancing with the stars Fundraiser for s2e. i donated my time learning how to dance three nights a week for two months (and another six pages to promote the event) because i thought it was a worthy cause. And it wasn’t just me. Lisa sulka, cinda seamon, Molly o. smith, blanche sullivan, Mary Amonitti, robin swift, Arleda James, eddie days and ray deal also took time out of their busy schedules to donate to a worthy cause.

Fast forward six more months. the CH2 crew went to the elementary school to talk to the strive kids about how to put a magazine together. Amy Metzger had been asking for months for us to do this, and we finally made the time in March of

this year. What we saw there were fifth graders with short attention spans, yes, but my staff was impressed with how the kids responded to “Mr. singleton.” he had their attention, and they behaved respectfully in his (and our) presence. i guess what i am trying to say is this: Mr. singleton has a way with kids, and quite frankly, a way with people. is he a bit of a salesman?

Absolutely. And that’s exactly what a charity needs to raise money. does he need help to get costs under control? sound like it. it looks like s2e has a new board that is willing to get involved so let’s stop the witch hunt and let them get back to business. i cannot comment on all of the allegations swirling around in the newspaper every day. i can only comment on my own experience with s2e, which has been nothing but uplifting to me personally, and from what i can tell, to the kids. isn’t that what it’s really about at the end of the day? that’s my two cents.

m. Washo Publisher / editor-in-chief

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Letters

to the editor...

Fantastic article and even more fantastic restaurant! We are away from hh for the summer and when we return, catch 22 will be our first dinner out, as it is our favorite! best wishes from october-May! Kathy & Ken Fantastic article. thank you Maggie and Paul.

Deb Welch

i was doctor hickey’s first Fibromyalgia patient and i can’t say enough positive things about the entire staff and level of care one gets at the hickey Wellness center.

Dawn Duff

Great pictures, especially Luciana!

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dear Maggie, i must congratulate you on your fantastic 5th anniversary issue – it is just soooo cool and fun! i love the pix with the staff and the captions are hilarious. btw, the person who complained about misspelling Pellegrino’s name, heather hume, misspelled two words herself in her short note, “realised” instead of realized and “spelt” instead of spelled.

You go girl for another 5 great years at least!

Gabriele

Winner!

ConGratuLationS to WiLLiam titteL, the Winner of BeaChSiDe tire & auto’S maintenanCe for a Year GiveaWaY!  october 2011

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A SERIES OF FORTUNATE EVENTS riCh huSton

certified residential appraiser has joined the Alliance Group realty located in the Fresh Market shoppes on hilton head island.Â

CoaStaL CaroLina hoSPitaL the carolinas center for Medical excellence (ccMe) recently recognized coastal carolina hospital with two awards for its quality performance achieved under the centers for Medicare & Medicaid services (cMs) 9th scope of Work.

SKinZin maKeuP Makeup artist Jessica shefsick has recently opened sKinZin special event makeup, specializing in on location wedding day airbrush makeup.

Sam manCuSo

has joined the Alliance Group realty located in the Fresh Market shoppes on hilton head island.

GreG SamS- eDi finanCiaL

We are pleased to announce that as of september 1, sams and company will be relocating their offices to complete their merger into edi Financial Group from their Pinckney colony office to edi’s Plantation business Park location.

to be included in our next Series of fortunate events, please email ashton Kelley a Photo and a SentenCe (not a paragraph) at a.kelley@celebratehiltonhead.com. Photos will not be accepted without a sentence. Sentences will not be accepted without a photo. Paragraphs will be edited down to one sentence. Get it? Got it! Good.

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freD aStaire DanCe StuDio

Local students rebecca Latham and Joann Alpeza, along with dance instructors sandro Virag and Armando Aseneta took home several 1st and 2nd place awards at the carolina challenge dance competition in Greensboro, nc in August.

DanieLLe KeaSLinG anD ChriStine Smith have joined the team at blades salon. Located at 14 new orleans rd.

LittLe miSS monoGram, LLC officially opens its virtual doors of business August 5th, 2011. the online boutique sells products that can be monogrammed and personalized.

John ruSh

a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial, qualified for, and attended the 2011 circle of success conference that was held in Montreal, canada.

outSiDe hiLton heaD

in association with Patagonia sportswear recently presented a check to Friends of the rivers for $1,500.00. Funds were raised through Patagonia’s environmental tithing program and todd ballantine kayak tours.

enerGY one

With the consolidation of several leading insulation companies, energy one is now energy one America, operating with the largest fleet of insulating rigs and crawlspace renovation teams in the UsA! specializing in both residential and commercial installations, energy one America’s savings guarantee helps home and business owners make a confident decision when faced with the sometimes complicated options available in the insulating market. october 2011

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A SERIES OF FORTUNATE EVENTS riCh huSton,

a certified residential appraiser, has joined the Alliance Group realty located in the Fresh Market shoppes on hilton head island.

niChoLaS faZio anD LYnZee BYerS

are pleased to announce that they were engaged in Paris, France this summer and plan to wed on hilton head in 2013.

the maYor’S CitiZenS of the month

for the third quarter of 2011 were honored at a dinner at hudson’s seafood house on the docks.

freSh Start tranSitionS

Adele Mahan, owner of a charlotte based business called Fresh start transitions has expanded to the hilton head area, serving senior adults and those with disabilities in their homes, providing the following services: organizing, downsizing, moving, staging and home modifications. www.freshstartforseniors.com

GreenPoint automotive ConSuLtinG firm

doug bush has opened an office in bluffton specializing in Automotive dealership Fixed operations training to improve customer satisfaction, customer retention and lemon law prevention.

to be included in our next Series of fortunate events, please email ashton Kelley a Photo and a SentenCe (not a paragraph) at a.kelley@celebratehiltonhead.com. Photos will not be accepted without a sentence. Sentences will not be accepted without a photo. Paragraphs will be edited down to one sentence. Get it? Got it! Good.

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KaYe YorK

has joined Village Park homes as a sales broker and internet Marketing representative. Along with a wonderful disposition, Kaye brings extensive local market experience and insight to the company.

interior motiveS

has moved the showroom and design center back to sheridan Park in bluffton. owner Michelle Pearson voted best of bluffton for interior design now offers a wider selection of furniture, accessories and gifts. store hours Mon-Fri 10:00-5:00 and sat 10:00-2:00. interiormotiveshhi.com.

KeeLin SanZ anD reeCe Graham

together having performed in over 50 local productions at the Main street Youth theatre, Arts center of coastal carolina, May river theatre, hilton head high school are now heading off to major in drama at the south carolina Governor’s school for Arts and humanities in Greenville, s.c.

PrettY Woman DaY SPa

Gwen santos, owner of Pretty Woman day spa has just returned from a business seminar which focused on leadership skills, business systems and guest services.

Pretty Woman day spa is located in Plantation business Park, bluffton.

viLLaGe ParK homeS haBitat for humanitY

help us raise $1000 for habitat for humanity - all you have to do is click!

Village Park homes is donating $10 per person for the first 100 new people to “Like” their facebook page and write on their wall what you like best about Lowcountry life. An easy way to help out a wonderful cause!

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CharitY Corner

T he hum a n e Touc h

hiLton heaD humane aSSoCiation heLPS thoSe Who neeD it more Peter Zink

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t’s in the back of everyone’s mind this time of year. As waves build and storms roll through the harbor, hurricanes are never far from residents’ minds. in the right conditions, it doesn’t take much to find people glued to a television, intently watching a storm track to see if it’s going to hit.

And when it gets a little too close for comfort, residents scramble to pack their most precious possessions and hit the highways before the crush of traffic forms.

For Franny Gerthoffer, director of the hilton head humane Association, it’s not just people she has to worry about in an emergency. With hundreds of furry denizens to look after, evacuation is anything but a last minute maneuver. so as she crafted the hilton head shelter’s evacuation plan for the upcoming season, Gerthoffer heard about the flooding and tornados already wreaking havoc out in the Midwest.

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“We started thinking to ourselves how that could be us someday. We thought about it and decided it would be a good idea to give back to the shelters that are in need now,” she said. so with a few trusty Google searches and a couple phone calls, Gerthoffer reached out to three shelters hardest hit by the flooding in Mississippi and the tornadoes in Joplin, Missouri. it didn’t take long talking to them to

hear just how desperate the situation was. hart Koller of the Madison Ark shelter in Mississippi was quickly overwhelmed by the number of animals arriving daily after the floods. “our shelter literally doubled in size overnight.

People panic, and oftentimes their pets get left behind in the rush to get away,” Koller said. then there was Georgia Lynn, director of the Vicksburg-Warren humane society, who was literally wading through water like a lifeguard trying to save as many animals as possible.

“Georgia Lynn amazes me. she had some really successful stories and then some that were not so successful. but no matter what, she just kept going,” Gerthoffer said.

With stories of struggle like these, the decision to do everything possible to help became easy. the hilton head humane Association decided to throw a big party at their shelter on July 6 where people

could donate gift cards from Petsmart, Petco, or Wal-Mart to help with much needed supplies for disaster stricken shelters. With the help of advertisements in the island Packet and e-mail blasts to their mailing lists, the gift cards started to pour in even before the party started. “either people couldn’t make it to the party or were too afraid they would forget later, so we ended up getting a lot of donations before it even started,” Gerthoffer said. the day of the party turned into a true community event.

Girl scouts greeted guests with cookies and enthusiasm, and 104.9 the surf broadcast live from the party with constant updates for the donation totals. catch-22 restaurant provided fresh food,

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haley Gagne with hilton head humane’s director, Franny Gerthoffer.

< bob bradley and Annalisa itkor from 104.9 the surf lend a paw by broadcasting the event with their pets harley the bulldog & domino the chihuahua.

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and countless other businesses provided gift cards to raffle off to donors. the energy and enthusiasm was palpable and continued to build as they got closer to their goal. “i was constantly going out into the front yard where the party was taking place and tallying the money to announce on the radio,” Gerthoffer said. “When we were getting pretty close to the $3,000 mark, i went out and shouted how close we were. everyone was getting into it. the dJ from 104.9 the surf even ended up adopting a dog.” in the end, Gerthoffer was able to announce that the shelter had reached its goal of $3,000 worth of donated gift cards for the three shelters.

And it didn’t take long to start seeing the difference the gift the dAY oF the PArtY tUrned into A trUe coMMUnitY eVent. GirL scoUts Greeted GUests With cooKies And enthUsiAsM, And 104.9 the sUrF broAdcAst LiVe FroM the PArtY With constAnt UPdAtes For the donAtion totALs. cAtch-22 restAUrAnt ProVided Fresh Food, And coUntLess other bUsinesses ProVided GiFt cArds to rAFFLe oFF to donors. cards made. it was just the sort of relief Lynn of the VicksburgWarren shelter needed. she put her cards to immediate use at the nearest Petsmart in Jackson, Mississippi. With basic necessities like cat litter depleted, she was able to restock these essentials and keep her animals comfortable. some items, like clippers, are easy to come by on hilton head island. but according to Lynn, her shelter’s clippers desperately needed an upgrade. she threw out her barely functioning clippers and flea combs and immediately put her new gift cards to use. “i announced at the cashier while paying that the cards came from hilton head, south carolina, and the long line behind me applauded.,” Lynn said. “thank you so much for caring about us during our flood crisis.” the Madison Ark and Joplin shelters were no less appreciative of their supplies. When the flooding had cleared in Madison, Madison Ark found itself overwhelmed with 25 adult cats and 36 kittens. “the gift cards came just in time and helped tremendously. We bought cat towers for all the kittens and cats to use, and we stocked up on tons of cat litter and food,” Koller said. With a shelter that doubled in size after the disaster, critical veterinary medicine was suddenly in short supply. thanks to hilton head humane Association’s efforts, Madison Ark was able to use some of their donations to restock their veterinary medicine cabinet to fight worms and other diseases. Joplin humane society was having issues displaying all the animals they had available for adoption. thanks to the donations, they purchased “cat condos” and playpens to house animals offsite where the public could see them.

Gerthoffer and her crew don’t see their efforts stopping here. “i really do believe that the thousand dollars sent to each shelter probably felt like a million dollars to them. they’re going to have a long time in recovery, so we’ll revisit these issues down the road,” she said. For now, thanks to a little Lowcountry generosity, some Midwest shelters are picking up the pieces a little bit quicker than before. As Koller said, “You guys are like our guardian angels, and we’re just so thankful.” 

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DancinG like The STa r S

freD aStaire DanCe StuDio’S annuaL DanCe ShoWCaSe LetS everYone Shine Peter Zink

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Aseneta, Gabriella Marshall, sandro Virag and Linda Papa entertain the audience with their “two Ladies” performance at last year’s dance showcase.

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ou step out in front of hundreds of people sitting in muffled silence, but filled with anticipation. the spotlight shines on you and the music begins to play. And all of a sudden, you find yourself consumed and focused in your work as months and weeks of practice play out across the stage. the crowd erupts in cheers and applause at the end, and you know your hard work paid off. it’s what performers dream of experiencing, and it’s a feeling that few others get to experience.

Fortunately for the Lowcountry, the Fred Astaire dance studio’s annual dance showcase lets you feel like a star for at least one night of the year. With a performance on october 28 at the Arts center of coastal carolina on hilton head island, the annual show is an opportunity for students to exhibit a wide variety of dances and routines. Like the show Dancing with the Stars, students young and old are

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paired up with experienced dance instructors to prepare them for the big night.

“We are trying to make you look like a pro. in the end, it’s usually a very entertaining show and everyone has a great time,” owner sandro Virag said. this year’s theme is “dancing through the decade,” which will feature the greatest hits from the 1950s to today. routine and dance numbers stay varied and interesting, with a mixture of individual performances, ensemble numbers with larger groups, and couples numbers. the performances are anything but last minute—most students start training on their dance numbers a full five months before the show starts. but that doesn’t mean there isn’t room to jump in later if you’re itching to perform.

While the showcase is nothing new for the studio, the last two years have seen it grow tremendously. originally a biannual event at hilton head Middle school, owners Armando Aseneta and sandro Virag decided to make it a more

professional production last year. the showcase became an annual event and relocated to the Arts center. dancers performed in front of a sold out audience and received a tremendous response. “every year it seems we always get the feedback about how professional our dancers were on stage,” Virag said.

With the talent teaching them, it’s not hard to see where the glowing reviews come from.

Aseneta and Virag alone have over 35 years of experience between them. they have both won numerous dance competitions and continue to dance professionally outside of the studio itself. And they’re not shy about adding and trying new dances. “i prefer to call it partner dancing over ballroom dancing; we really offer anything,” Virag said. besides ballroom favorites like the waltz and the tango, they also offer classes in the zumba, shag, and Argentine tango among others. And unlike many studios, you don’t need to bring a partner for the class. the showcase itself often becomes an opportunity for students to step outside their comfort zone and try dances they haven’t practiced extensively in class. Last year, veteran choreographer and four-year student Madonna Muller helped the school choreograph a jazz ensemble rendition of “the italian” from the broadway show Nine. none of the students had ever touched jazz dancing before, and on top of a totally new style, the number called for them to wield tambourines as they moved their feet across

 CatCh the ShoWCaSe October 28 at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina.

Tickets are on sale now.

For more information, visit fredastairehiltonhead.com or call (843) 837-6161. the floor. “it was so satisfying to see them pull it all off. in a matter of months they had learned a new style of dance and to use an instrument at the same time,” Muller said. A ballet dancer in new York before moving to hilton head, Muller had never pursued ballroom dancing seriously until her friends insisted and she pay a visit to the studio. “i remember waltzing around the floor and coming home to my husband who asked, ‘how was it?’ i just broke down in tears and said, ‘oh my gosh! i didn’t realize how much i missed dancing.’” since that day Muller attends classes three times a week and assists whenever she can with choreography. students like Muller keep Virag excited about the showcase and the classes. “i love seeing the different personalities and talents come into our school and say how scared they are and how they’re not going to dance. And from there, it’s amazing to see them progress so quickly,” he said. between a sold out showcase and a new 15,000-square-foot facility in bluffton, it’s easy to see why the students stick around.

“Armando and sandro put their whole heart and soul into the business,” Muller said. “A dancer’s life is dedication—and they’ve got it.” 

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We Can Be Heroes

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indy and Gregg russell want you to be a hero. You can even wear a cape and an “s” logo on your chest, if you like. As founders of hilton head heroes, they’ve brought scores of deserving families with children suffering from life-threatening illnesses to hilton head island for a one-of-a-kind resort vacation. children are referred to the program through doctors, healthcare providers and hospital administrators. the families are housed in the hilton head island hero house located in sea Pines resort. “this has become a true labor of love,” said Lindy russell, whose hus-

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band Gregg has serenaded children (and their parents) under the Liberty oak in harbour town for 35 years.

“We’ve had so much help from the community over the years.” the vacationing families are given gift certificates for use at local eateries, $100 cash and a $100 gift card to visit a local grocery store. the house is stocked with everyday items, including bathroom and kitchen accessories to make a family’s visit as turnkey as possible. “sometime i’ll show up to the house and there’s a bag of toilet paper hanging on the doorknob,” added russell, who indicated she is still accepting donations for the hh heroes house. “it’s

really incredible how the community has reached out to help us.” the group’s board of directors includes luminaries from all over the country, including golfer corey Pavin, tennis legend stan smith and cbs sports broadcaster Jim nantz. the tidepointe community has been a steadfast support since the event’s inception, said dene Wilmot, sales and marketing director at tidePointe.

For those looking to be a hero, the organization is hosting its signature fundraising event, “An elegant evening & silent Auction,” on november 4, at the tidePointe clubhouse. the tidePointe property is owned

by Vi, which owns 20 rental communities among its nationwide portfolio. having a dedicated corporate presence helps to guarantee a first-class setting for event attendees, to include ice sculptures, prime rib carving stations and a variety of wine tastings. Musician Annie Allman, an accomplished guitarist, represented locally by Westwind entertainment, will provide the acoustic backdrop to the event. tickets are $75 per person, and include dinner, cocktails and a silent auction.

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for more information, PLeaSe viSit the hiLton heaD heroeS WeBSite at hhheroeS.Com or CaLL (843) 671-4939.

“the wine tasting alone is worth the $75,” said russell, who founded hilton head heroes in 1998. “it’s funny. We have people from out of town that plan their trip to hilton head just to make this event.” “it’s something that we can do to give back to our community,” said Wilmot, whose husband steve is the tournament director of the rbc heritage golf tournament. “We’ve established these relationships over the years, and the momentum is just continuing… it’s nice to know we have a community that can wrap its arms around an event and make it successful. At the end of the day, that’s what’s important—locals supporting locals.”  .

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COURTNEy hAS A SEASONAl qUESTION FOR ThIS mONTh’S SAND COlUmN: “hAllOwEEN, SCARy mOVIES, SCARINg yOURSElF JUST TO SCARE yOURSElF? I DON’T gET IT.” TAkEN AT FACE VAlUE, I’m PRETTy mUCh ON ThE SAmE PAgE (FIgURATIVEly) wITh mISS C ON ThIS ONE. CAN yOU BElIEVE?

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ike i told her, to me halloween is just something that passes by on the calendar. sure, i liked it as a kid and i’ll go to a party if i’m in the mood. but by and large, i’m not into the hype. i haven’t even worn a costume (some will argue that i don’t need one) since college.

And scary movies? they just don’t scare me. A really, really well-crafted one might raise a few goose bumps, but i recall laughing at The Blair Witch Project, which was supposed to scare the bejeezus out of everybody. i pretty much gave up having expectations for horror films after that and don’t even bother with them anymore. so, you ask, why are you two bothering with the column? because i think i know what’s going on. that is, i think i get what courtney doesn’t get, and since helping courtney get it is what this is all about, we have the basis for a column. i know, it’s a stretch, but it’s all we have.

Let’s start with halloween. First of all, halloween isn’t really about scary. For kids, it’s about two simple words: Free cAndY. but what about adults? it used to be that adults had two clearly defined functions on halloween: 1) handing out free candy and 2) chaperoning the younger children on their quest for free candy. nowadays, adults get as excited about halloween as kids do. it might be more popular than thanksgiving! What’s going on here? think about it. What do you see when you go to a “grownup” halloween party?

Fishnet stockings, tiny PVc skirts, Wonder

Woman, cleavage, bunny ears…and you can probably come up with of a few of your own. Yes, i know what you’re thinking; maybe that’s all you remember about the last halloween party you went to, Frank.

Perhaps, but try a Web search for “most popular adult halloween costumes” and see how many naughty schoolgirls, racy rabbits, sizzlin’ sheriffs and sexy squaws pop up. tearing myself away from this fascinating research project, i could only conclude that grownup halloween is also all about candy, albeit an entirely different flavor of candy. now that we’ve cleared that up, what courtney really wants to know is why people scare themselves on purpose. it does sound kind of idiotic, but broaden the scope of the question and it makes some sense. What are you really doing when you knowingly put yourself in a situation that will frighten you? You’re stepping out of your comfort zone. there’s a certain thrill to that—an actual physical rush. We all like that, and different people have different ways of getting there.

For some, a scary movie will do it. others may choose rollercoasters or bungee jumping. For me, like courtney, the scary movie doesn’t do it, but if you say hey, let’s go skydiving or let’s see how fast this car will go, i’m right there with you. hope that was helpful. happy halloween everybody! have fun, enjoy your candy, and be safe. i sure hope i meet Wonder Woman again this year. 

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Article by Courtney hampson PhOTOgRAPhy By ANNE

hOw DOES SOmE RUNNy NOSED SIxyEAR-OlD, whO’S STIll AFRAID OF ThE DARk, DRESSED lIkE DORA ThE ExPlORER, BEggINg FOR CANDy, UNDER my FRONT PORCh lIghT, IN ANy wAy CONNECT BACk TO ThE SECUlAR ORIgINS OF hAllOwEEN?

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he answer is simple. it doesn’t. the sniffling, spanish explorer is simply caught up in the web of an over-commercialized “holiday” scam. six billion dollars was spent on halloween related paraphernalia in the United states last year.

As a point of reference that is six times more than President obama and John Mccain collectively spent on their respective campaigns in 2008. God bless America. i don’t want to go political, so let’s instead focus on the ridiculousness of said holiday, the purpose of which is to scare others, be tricked, and oh yeah, collect candy as a reward for putting on a costume. so, we spend $40 on a costume, to get back three dollars in candy; no wonder 46 million people in our country are living in poverty. oh wait, that’s politics again… of course i celebrated when i was little. i was a clown and an apple (both costumes masterfully hand-sewn by my mom), a cheerleader, a soccer player, the full gamut. We’d rush home from school, and head right back out to comb the neighborhood in search of the candy windfall. We’d avoid the house, where that weird guy lived, and our parents warned us not to knock. (rumor was he was distributing apples with razor blades.) As the sun set, we would head back home for a dinner of mini-snickers, milk duds, and reese’s Peanut butter cups, and as darkness fell, the doorbell would ring intermittently as the big kids got their trick on. At nine o’clock, Mom would deem it

“too late” and switch off the porch light.

Me dressing as a clown and shrieking in delight over a sugar daddy lollipop, hardly seems to have a connection to the christian pre-amble to All saints day (a celebration of a bunch of dead guys) and/ or the trivialization of paganism. but, i don’t want to go religious on you either. here’s the bottom line. i’m not 10 years old, i try to avoid sugar, and i’ve outgrown my French maid costume, so halloween holds no allure for me. on october 31, you’ll find my porch light off and me out for dinner.

Maybe i am just anti-social. Maybe i don’t want to listen to the dog bark at the door bell for three hours. Maybe i am so anxious for the real holiday season to begin that i don’t want to waylay it with the 10-year-old brittany spears at my front door. Maybe the tradition of carving pumpkins, which is based on the practice of carving turnips to honor the souls in purgatory, is just a little hard for me to get behind. i’m lighting a candle, and shoving it in the bowels of a pumpkin for some dead guy in hell? (Likely that same guy in my old neighborhood who was feeding razor stuffed apples to a gang of smurfs on Lenape trail.) nope. i’m not game. Let’s get the silliness over with and move on to the good stuff. bring on thanksgiving! this column was written while on a strict diet of 19 candy corns (140 calories) per day. the only perk of halloween. 

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ith nights getting cooler and days getting shorter, october is a perfect time for the arrival of the fall seasonal beers, especially the octoberfests or oktoberfests. these rich, amber colored beers are full of flavor and excellent with smoked or spicy meats (think sausage!) as well as some of the heartier cheeses and soups. From colorado to Michigan, Massachusetts to north carolina, there is a seasonal autumn beer out there for everyone.

BeLL’S oCtoBerfeSt Bell’s Brewing Company, Kalamazoo, michigan 5.5% aBv (alcohol by volume) A Marzen style (means March in German). the beer was originally brewed in March then exhausted by october but is a staple for the German oktoberfest— medium bodied in flavor most of the time. bell’s octoberfest has a light caramel note without too much overbearing sweetness. it has a likeable quality without an overly dry aftertaste. Pairs perfectly with grilled meats and heartier fish dishes. bell’s began in Michigan in 1985 with a 15-gallon soup kettle and as basement for brewing and has now evolved into a brewery with over 20 beers available for distribution.

Sam aDamS oCtoBerfeSt the Boston Brewing Company, Boston, massachusetts 5.3% aBv the first sam Adams octoberfest was brewed in 1989, and it just seems to get better and better each year.

With a delightful amber gold color, the beer is full-bodied with flavors of toffee and honey. Pairs quite well with smoky sausages. sam Adams has quite a large amount of beers for distribution; with over 750 people employed, the company is one of the best employers in the beverage industry.

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hiGhLanD CLaWhammer oKtoBerfeSt highland Brewing, asheville, north Carolina 5% aBv Lighter in color than some of the other beers tasted, this beer is another medium body Marzen style. there is plenty of toasted malt flavor and a nice vanilla finish. Pairs very well with italian meats such as salami and cappicola. highland brewing started with three employees and now is up to a 20-person staff with a new facility and tasting room. fat tire hoPtoBer new Belgium Brewing Company, fort Collins, Colorado 6% aBv

how did “Fat Tire ” get its name?

Medium bodied with a rich, creamy mouth feel. the flavors are light lemon and orange, with a long finish and a touch of tartness.

Pairs very well with spicy meats and heartier cheese. new belgium brewing was founded by Jim Lebesch and his wife in 1991. the name comes from a bicycle tour that Jim did in belgium on a bike with fat tires. thus, the first amber beer he made in his garage was “Fat tire.” it all went uphill from there!

Sierra nevaDa tumBLer autumn aLe Sierra nevada Brewing Company, Chico, California 5.5% aBv the beer is named for the time of the year when the leaves come “tumbling down.” this is a lovely fall– inspired beer with delicious malty flavors and a toasted nuttiness to the finish. Pairs nicely with smoked turkey and fall squash recipes. 

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‘Real Skinny’

on Breast CanCer What Women Can do

a numBer of faCtorS in CreaSe a Woman’S riSK of DeveLoPinG BreaSt CanCer. LaSt Year in Ch2, i SPoKe aBout riSK faCtorS not in our ControL, to inCLuDe: earLY aGe at firSt menStruation, Late aGe at menoPauSe, never havinG ChiLDren, or havinG a firSt ChiLD after aGe 35, a Prior hiStorY of BreaSt CanCer, famiLY hiStorY of BreaSt CanCer, anD/or a GenetiC mutation or aBnormaLitY aSSoCiateD With an inCreaSeD riSK of DeveLoPinG BreaSt CanCer

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lthough we have no control over most of these, recognizing the risk factors allows a breast surgeon to follow women more closely and offer strategy to reduce the risk. risk factors women can control include the

following:

WeiGht Gain anD BoDY maSS inDex over the last two decades, the incidence of breast cancer in the United states and europe has increased; it is significantly higher in well-developed countries than in developing nations. A number of risk factors associated with a “western lifestyle” have been studied, to include diet, food intake, body weight, and age at menstruation, which is earlier in well-developed, industrialized countries. surprisingly, breast cancer risk has not been definitively linked to diets high in animal fat or rich in dairy products. in fact, diets low in animal fat and high in fruits and vegetables, while good for your heart, do not lower the risk of breast cancer. so how do we explain the increased incidence of breast cancer in well-developed countries? one answer is breast cancer is associated with an increase in weight, or body mass index. in the United states, over two-thirds of all adults are overweight. this is important to our discussion since breast cancer risk is associated with body weight, body mass index, and weight to hip ratio. body Mass index (bMi) is defined as a person’s weight in kilograms, divided by the square of height in meters. You can calculate your bMi by accessing the formula on many internet sites. normal bMi for women is

between 18.5 and 24.9. Anything over 25 is considered overweight, and over 30 is obese. the risk of developing breast cancer, especially in post-menopausal women, is higher if the bMi is above 25 and significantly higher if over 30. interestingly, bMi and body weight affect women differently depending on their menopausal status. Women who are pre-menopausal and obese have a lower risk of developing breast cancer than women of normal weight. however, if a woman gains weight after age 18, and carries this weight with her until she is post-menopausal, her risk of breast cancer is increased. studies show being overweight after menopause increases the risk of breast cancer by as much as 30 to 60 percent. Weight gain after menopause is also associated with an increase in breast cancer, independent of the bMi. Additionally, the risk of dying from breast cancer is also higher in post-menopausal women who are obese. in summary, it is likely the total amount of food we eat is more important than what we eat. the good news is that women who lose weight after menopause can decrease their risk of breast cancer. researchers have shown that even losing 4 to 10 pounds can decrease a woman’s risk by as much as 20 percent.

Women who gain weight around their waist have a slightly greater risk of breast cancer compared to women who gain weight in their hips and thighs. Weight to hip ratio looks at a woman’s weight divided by her hip circumference. As this value increases, so does the risk of breast cancer. When women gain weight after menopause, levels of other hormones related to insulin change, and these hormonal changes have been associated with an increase in breast cancer.

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Women can reduce their risk of breast cancer by • Maintaining a normal bMi (18.5-25) • Avoiding weight gain, especially after menopause • tr y i n g to s h e d eve n a few pounds if needed. exerCiSe anD BreaSt CanCer riSK there is increasing evidence that exercise may decrease the risk of breast and other cancers, independent of body mass index or body weight. exercise changes the “Metabolic syndrome,” defined as the presence of obesity, hypertension (high blood pressure), glucose intolerance (or early diabetes), high triglycerides, and low levels of hdL cholesterol (the “good cholesterol”). this syndrome is increasingly diagnosed in U.s. women and causes an increased risk of breast cancer. A low hdL presents a significant increased risk. this risk can be reduced by weight loss, but sometimes weight loss is not enough. regular exercise or physical activity helps as it reduces insulin levels in the body

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which, in turn, lowers the risk of breast cancer. even brisk walking 30 minutes a week can reduce a woman’s insulin level. the data regarding exercise and breast cancer is even more impressive in women who have already been diagnosed. the Journal of the American Medical Association published a study of over 3,000 women who had been diagnosed with breast cancer. the women who engaged in a few hours of walking or other exercise each week were less likely to die of breast cancer when compared to women who had engaged in less than one hour of exercise or physical activity per week. beneficial exercise included walking, hiking, running, jogging, cycling, swimming, tennis, aerobics, squash, racquetball, or a rowing machine. the women who exercised also reported better mood, improved body image, and higher self-esteem. in summary, although American women are busy caring for others, we can and should reduce our risk of breast cancer by regular exercise.

Dr. herrmann is Professor of Surgery at the medical university of South Carolina and a member of the hollings Cancer Center Comprehensive Breast Program. She serves as medical Director of the hilton head hospital Breast health Center. the hilton head hospital Breast health Center one of its kind in Beaufort, Jasper and hampton County and now designated a fully accredited program by the national accreditation Program for Breast Centers (naPBC). the program, administered by the american College of Surgeons, awarded the hilton head hospital Breast health Center, a three-year, full accreditation in September 2011. accreditation by the program ensures that patients will have access to: • Comprehensive care, including a full range of services right here at home.

• multidisciplinary team approach to coordinate the best treatment options • information about ongoing clinical trials and new treatment options for more information about the hilton head hospital Breast health Center call 843-682-7377.

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aLCohoL intaKe since World War ii, there has been a notable increase in the number of women who drink as well as the amount of alcohol they consume. While moderate alcohol intake in men has been shown to decrease the risk of heart attack, this data may not apply to women. even moderate alcohol intake in women may have more risk than benefit. Women metabolize alcohol differently than men do and are more susceptible to cirrhosis as well as breast cancer.

Women are smart consumers in every aspect of their lives, and should be smart when it comes to nutrition, and in particular, alcohol. Women should keep in mind the following: • even moderate alcohol consumption (more than 4 to 7 drinks per week) in women has been associated with an increased risk of breast cancer.

• t h e r i s k o f b re a s t c a n c e r increases in direct proportion to the amount of alcohol consumed, regardless of the type of drink (e.g. beer, wine or mixed drink).

• this increased risk is seen primarily in women who are postmenopausal.

• the risk of breast cancer is increased further in women who take hormone replacement therapy and drink alcohol. it is certainly reasonable for women to enjoy a glass of wine, or other alcoholic beverage. however, women who drink should keep in mind: • if you drink, do so in moderation. if you have a couple of glasses on weekend evenings, try skipping a few days, or decrease your intake to one glass per evening.

• Women who drink should take a daily multivitamin. Folate has been shown to be helpful in protecting women from some of the effects of alcohol on cancer risk. Most daily multivitamins contain sufficient folate (300-400 ug). however, taking more folate than the recommended 300-400 ug is of no benefit. in summary, every woman should try to maintain a healthy weight and bMi. if you have gained weight, especially after menopause, work on trying to lose a few pounds every month until you reach your goal. Find an enjoyable physical activity that suits you, and your schedule.  46

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OCTOBER

2011 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

SEPT. 28-OCT. 23

UPCOMING EVENT? LET US HELP YOU GET THE WORD OUT!

DREAMGIRLS, 8-10PM

ARTS CENTER OF COASTAL CAROLINA

Email your event to:

m.washo@celebratehiltonhead.com Photography by Anne

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3 FREE NACHO & HOTDOG BAR! Salty Dog Cafe

Monday Night Football has FREE nacho & hotdog bar during the game!

Plus drink specials and more!

9 OUT OF DARKNESS WALK

for Suicide Prevention.

Bluffton Campus of USCB. Registration at 1PM / Program begins at 2PM. For More Info Call 843-540-1841 or visit www.outofthedarkness.org

POLO FOR CHARITY IN BLUFFTON!

Oct. 16th; Gates open at 12pm / Match begins 2pm Rose Hill Plantation.

The 18th Annual Polo for Charity coordinated by the Rotary Club of Okatie. More Info: Call 843-568-1244 or rotarypolo@hotmail.com

A CASE FOR DIVERSITY IN S.C. COURTS

Visual Performing Arts Center at Hilton Head Island High School. Oct. 12; 7:00pm. The forum will feature a panel of knowledgeable participants in the selection process for judges in our state.

More Info: www.lwvhhi.org

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Winner of six Tony Awards and two Grammys, Dreamgirls is the immensely popular look at the making of musical superstars. Adults $51 / Children $35 More Info: Call 843.842.ARTS or www.tickets.artshhi.com.

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LECTURES & CLASSES AT THE HERITAGE LIBRARY

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN

SAVE THE DATE

Where: Old Fort Pub When: November 3 In honor of the sesquicentennial anniversary of the Civil War, the Old Fort Pub is hosting a period dinner featuring the foods and beverages of that time period.

For More Info: 843.681.2386 or www.oldfortpub.com

THURSDAY 15TH ANNUAL SOUTH BEACH FALL FEST

Salty Dog Cafe, Oct. 1st: 4PM Local Oysters roasted over an open flame.

Live entertainment, children’s entertainment and special apperances from Jake the Salty Dog.

FRIDAY

1 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH PRESENTS REDEEM YOUR STORY, EXCHANGING LOST DREAMS FOR NEW BEGINNINGS.

Grace Community Church. 9am – 2:30pm Registration is $39 / Childcare Available To register, call 800.292.1218 or www.christianworkingwoman.org

6 BLUFFTON FARMER’S MARKET Every Thursday From 2 - 7 PM

SATURDAY

7 HILTON HEAD FARMER’S MARKET Every Friday From 8 - 1 PM

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STATE OF THE REGION

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. Reg: 8PM / Program: 2PM. Keynote Speaker will be Governor Nikki Haley. Find out how our area leaders are tackling our biggest issues. $28 for chamber members & $38 for non-members. To register: hiltonheadchamber. org or call 843-785-3673.

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19 THE GRAND OPENING OF PORT HILTON HEAD!

421 Squire Pope Rd Wed. Oct. 19 5-8PM Tickets are $15 ahead of time, $20 at the door. Proceeds to benefit the Hilton Head Humane Society & Lowcountry Red Cross Call 843-689-7526 to RSVP!

Historic District of Bluffton October 16th - 23rd The festival is a weeklong event offering a myriad of activities, showcasing the Low Country.

See complete list of events on page 62.

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Fall Lecture Series: Every Tuesday in October at 1:30PM. Different speakers, events and activities every week. More information at www.heritagelib.org

HISTORIC BLUFFTON ARTS & SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

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Corks Neighborhood Wine Bar. Oct. 26th; 5:30-7PM Great opportunity to meet with business colleagues in a casual setting. To register: hiltonheadchamber.org or call 843-785-3673.

13 BLUFFTON FARMER’S MARKET Every Thursday From 2 - 7 PM

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END OF LIFE ISSUES LECTURE

Hilton Head Island Public Library. 6-7:30PM. More Info: abshirepr@att.net or call 912.844.9549

BLUFFTON FARMER’S THE CHAMBER’S MARKET

OCTOBER BUSINESS Every Thursday AFTER HOURS WSAV-TV From 2 -in 7Bluffton.

PM 5:30-7PM. More Info: hiltonheadchamber.org.

27 CH2’S 6TH ANNUAL BACHELOR OF THE YEAR PARTY

7-10pm, Wild Wing Café Dress in your 60s apparel for a chance to win the $1000 in prizes for Best Dressed! Complimentary appetizers & drink specials.

14 THE HILTON HEAD ISLAND SKI CLUB MONTHLY SOCIAL NIGHT

Black Marlin at Palmetto Bay Marina. Oct. 14th; 5pm to 7pm. Skiers, Non-Skiers and Retired Skiers are welcome. More Info: Call Bev Moran at 843-681-4181

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Sea Pines Forest Preserve – Fish Island.

12:30-3PM $5.00 a family, in addition to Sea Pines guest pass of $5.00 Tickets sold on the day of event. More Info: www.spma.com or 843.785.2534

28 FRED ASTAIRE DANCE STUDIO SPOTLIGHT DANCE EXHIBITION

Arts Center of Coastal Carolina; October 28th Tickets on sale now!

More Info: www. fredastairehiltonhead.com

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WALK ON THE BEACH FOR POLIO

Registration-9AM; Coligny Beach Families, Rotarians, fitness fans...Come and walk or run on the beach! More Info: 843-684-0074 or rotaryinternational.org / http://hiltonheadrotary.org

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THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMAN (AAUW) MEETING

Seabrook House, Oct. 15th; 10AM. Denise K. Spencer, President and CEO of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, will speak on the mission and services of the Community Foundation. More Info: 843.341.6638

THE ANNUAL SALE AND CRAFT SHOW

for the Benefit of Hospice Care of the Lowcountry St. Francis Roman Catholic Church. Oct. 15th; 9am-2pm. Unique handmade gifts at reasonable prices and a Bake Sale. No charge for admission. More Info: Call 843-681-8407

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More Info: 843.681.3881

DINE IN EVENT

to Benefit New BlufftonJasper Volunteers Homes throughout Bluffton are and Jasper County.

More Info: 843.706.7090

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My name is

Lavarn,

but my friends call me

Lavarn, Chief, and many other things that are best not printed (call me anything you want but don’t call me LAVERN).

You may have seen me all over Hilton Head Island or but never on the Post Office bulletin board. i grew up in the boring/exciting town of Ridgeland, SC (or Gopher Hill as it was once known) which is really peaceful for such a center of world attention. (circle one)

who knows, I don’t remember being five (that was 50 years ago), but now Jesus Christ is the person i most admire. it’s been 30 years since i first came to When i was five, my hero was

hilton head island, and to me, the biggest change is

the roads not being deserted in the winter.

if someone were to ask me for advice about

keeping their mouth shut, i would tell them nothing because I am finally learning how. My line of work is Fire & Rescue (EMS) and i chose this profession because as a volunteer in Ridgeland I loved it – why not get paid for doing what you love. if i were mayor of hhi/bluffton, my first order of

to consult a psychiatrist to see just what in the devil I was thinking when I made that decision.

business would be

(circle one)

My favorite time of the year on hhi/bluffton

(circle one), is December through May because (Circle one)

I don’t have to worry about hurricanes and what they might do to the Island.

in closing, when you turn the page, i hope you

that Hilton Head Island has the greatest firefighting & EMS men and wome5n around, but definitely not ME, because the firefighters really do the work. 

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Black marlin hurricane Bar - happy hour (4 - 7PM) Casey’s Sports Bar & Grille - $3 Margaritas CQ’s - tasting Menu - 3 courses = $20 (All Night) frankie Bones - $10 off Any bottle of Wine (9PM) hudson’s - Mike Korbar LiVe Kingfisher - Joseph the Magician ! old fort Pub - happy hour (5-7PM) reilley’s - Lobster night $12.95 / happy hour (4-7PM) San miguel’s - chris Jones the Jazz Corner - Martin Lesch band LiVe the Salty Dog Café - LiVe MUsic (6 - 10PM)

antonio’s - 1/2 off drinks & Food (5:30-7PM) Black marlin hurricane Bar - happy hour (4 - 7PM) !

Casey’s Sports Bar & Grille - Karaoke frankie Bones - Ladies night Kingfisher - the steppin stones / Fireworks old fort Pub - happy hour (5-7PM) reilley’s - Kids eat Free night / happy hour (4-7PM) remy’s - shag Lessons (5:45PM) ! the Jazz Corner - bob Masteller’s Jazz corner Quintet the Lodge - Pinch the Pint night the Salty Dog Café - LiVe MUsic San miguel’s - Mike Korbar LiVe Wild Wing Café - 2 Fer tuesday / team trivia !

Wise Guys: everything is “Miami nights” themed

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Black marlin hurricane Bar - happy hour (4 - 7PM) Casey’s Sports Bar & Grille - $2 house Wine frankie Bones - $10 off Any bottle of Wine Kingfisher - Alexander newton (Motown/R&B) ! the Lodge - Kick the Keg night mellow mushroom - trivia night ! old fort Pub - happy hour (5-7PM) reilley’s - happy hour (4-7PM) remy’s - treble Jay San miguel’s - davis Marshall the Jazz Corner - the bobby ryder Quartet the Salty Dog Café - Live Music (6 - 10PM) Wild Wing Café - rock idol Karaoke competition !

Wise Guys - Ladies night

antonio’s - 1/2 off drinks & Food (5:30-7PM) Black marlin hurricane Bar - happy hour (4 - 7PM) Casey’s Sports Bar & Grille - team trivia (7:30PM) ! frankie Bones - Flip night the Jazz Corner - the Lavon stevens Quartet (8-11PM) Kingfisher - david Wingo the Lodge - burgers & beer night (ONLY $5) old fort Pub - happy hour (5-7PM) reilley’s - happy hour (4-7PM) remy’s - the trio the Jazz Corner - Lavon & Louise the Salty Dog Café - Live Music (6 - 10PM) San miguel’s - eric daubert !

Skull Creek Boathouse - reggae Party (6 - 10PM) Wild Wing Café - Live Music / drink specials Wise Guys - Food & bev. happy hour (10:30PM)

FRIDAyS

SATURDAyS

antonio’s - Wine Fligts - onLY $10 Bistro mezzaluna - the band target LiVe Black marlin hurricane Bar - happy hour (4 - 7PM) Captain Woody’s (Bluffton) - Mike Korbar LiVe Casey’s Sports Bar & Grille - Karaoke ! frankie Bones - 1/2 off Flatbread Pizzas (9 - 11PM) Kingfisher - earl Williams’ band old town Dispensary - J. howard duff LiVe (8 - 11PM) one hot mama’s - dJ and dancing reilley’s - happy hour (4-7PM) remy’s - social dancing with dJ bob bradley the Jazz Corner - LiVe MUsic the Salty Dog Café - Live Music (6 - 10PM) San miguel’s - bruce crichton Smokehouse - LiVe MUsic at 9:30PM october 7th - Luke Mitchell october 14th - spare Parts october 21st - the sea daddies october 28th - the Groovetones Wild Wing Café - All double drinks only $1 More Wise Guys - Food & bev. happy hour (10:30PM)

Black marlin hurricane Bar - drink specials (12 - 7PM) oct. 15th - crab crackin CQ’s - tasting Menu - 3 courses = $20 (All Night) frankie Bones - Flip night !

Giuseppi’s Bluffton - rock show Karaoke (10PM-2AM) mellow mushroom - Karaoke night (10PM) ! one hot mama’s - dJ and dancing reilley’s - happy hour (4-7PM) the Jazz Corner - LiVe MUsic the Salty Dog Café - Live Music (6 - 10PM) San miguel’s - tommy sims Skillets - david Wingo Live Smokehouse - the simpson brothers (9:30PM) Wise Guys - Food & bev. happy hour (10:30PM)

SUNDAyS Black marlin hurricane Bar - drink specials (12 - 7PM) Casey’s Sports Bar & Grille - $2.5 bloody Mary’s frankie Bones - All night happy hour Kingfisher - Joseph the Magician ! old fort Pub - happy hour (5 - 7PM) reilley’s - happy hour (4-7PM) the Jazz Corner - deas Guyz the Salty Dog Café - Live Music (6 - 10PM) San miguel’s - Kirk o’Leary Skillets - david Wingo Live october 2011 Wise Guys- Food & bev. happy hour (10:30PM)

Wild Wing Café & C2 magazine bAcheLor PArtY 7-10PM

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BOBCAT FOOTBALL GIVES US SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE

BY COURTNEY HAMPSON

I didn’t even realize the game had started, and the Bobcats had already scored their first touchdown, mere seconds into the first quarter. The crowd went berserk (my indicator that something had indeed happened), and the contagious buzz that is Bobcats football spread through the air. But before we talk about game night, it’s only fair that I take you on the field for practice.

Practice makes perfect On most weekday afternoons in the fall, you’ll find the fields surrounding Bluffton High School bustling. As the team makes their slow meander from the locker room to the field, you’ll witness boys being boys.

There’s belching, talk about girls, muscle flexing, and as they sit to lace up their cleats, some lounge back in the grass, and let the sun hit their fresh faces.

Before the coaches even appear, the players are up, self-organizing, and throwing the ball around. A little ingenuity seems to go a long way this season, where as of press time, the Bobcats boast a 5-0 record and a scoring rout of 320 points to their opponents’ measly 27.

What started with a little sunbathing quickly transformed into friendly banter,

a little trash talking, smiles, spirit, and of course, some crotch-grabbing—typical guy stuff.

But, when Coach Ken Cribb steps on the field, it instantly becomes all business.

Backs straighten. Ears perk. Mouths close.

Eyes are on the Coach. The varsity team gathers at the center of the field, and assistant coach Alan Dunson leads the team in prayer, in which they seek safety, and sportsmanship, and acknowledge that, “No matter what happens, they are the hardest working team.”

One hundred-seventy young men are spread across multiple fields, flanked by Cribb’s staff of 18 coaches. For nine hours each week, Cribb oversees the practice of four teams: the middle school, freshman, junior varsity and varsity squads. What appears to be mass chaos to an onlooker is, in fact, the calculated organization of skills drills, and team building exercises.

As the varsity squad launches into their warm-up routine, Cribb starts the count down, “10 – 9 - 8 – 7 – 6…” The boys hustle, sprinting back to the coach, whose expectation is that everyone makes it back to his inner circle long before he hits the number one. “We’re here to work,” shouts

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Cribb. “Yes sir,” the boys respond. And work they do.

Growing pains At the middle school practice, boys are in pursuit of becoming men. The drills appear no easier for this age level. I witness a player get hit so hard that his hip pads burst right out the top of his pants. That’s serious football—a precursor to what those boys will find on the varsity field in just a few years—and further support for why my original idea of actually practicing with the team was by no means sound thinking.

The varsity squad is split up by position, and they, too, are being worked hard. The sound of crunching pads and connecting helmets will make you shudder. A run through a contraption that I can only liken to a tilt-a-whirl, has the players spinning in concentric circles. They work to maintain their balance and direction as they are flung from the apparatus’ clenches. (My neck was tense just watching each player endure the challenge.) One player lumbers off the field, his cleat ripped in half in his hand. “We practice hard here,” he quips with a grin.

There’s a lot of repetition at practice. “Stance. Stance.

Stance.” “Twist the ball. Twist it. Twist the ball.” “Ball on the outside. Ball on the outside.

The outside.” They do it, until they get it right.

You’ll seldom notice one player being called out by name. They work as a team.

They practice as a team. They repeat the same drill nearly four dozen times until they get it right as a team. Yet, I hear no complaints, only encouragement from player to player. Some laughter.

Some razzing. Great attitudes.

On this team, attitude certainly does reflect leadership. The respect for Coach Cribb is evident. And there is a method to Cribb’s madness. He is building a team and says, “I am one of those who believe that the whole is always greater than the sum of its parts.”

I have to ask, “What makes your team win, Coach?”

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“Low man wins,” he tells me. this now explains the other “torture chamber”—the power tunnel—where players are tasked with staying low while blocking and moving barrels a.k.a. opponents. According to cribb, “the best teams can block and tackle.” on game day, you’ll watch the defense crawl to the line, on their hands and knees. Low man wins, indeed.

Game day “Get there early,” i was told—advice i heeded. i weave my way through throngs of fans, young and old. bluffton football yields more than you might bargain for; the crowd bursts from the stands and is made up of representatives from the entire town, not just students and the players’ parents, as one may suspect. the town council is there in full force. the mayor flips the coin. the police chief is on hand. the fire department is represented as well along with folks from every neighborhood,

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some who walked over after dinner just to “check things out,” others who drove their vehicle decked out in black and green with streamers flying to be entertained again by the team that everyone is talking about. suddenly, what sounds like thunder begins to permeate the air. the fans stomp their feet in the stands. the music rises. And the team emerges, in an orderly fashion, almost marching, two-by-two. they are all business. the cheers are deafening. can we really be in little ol’ bluffton? the team takes the field, and before there is even time to comprehend that the clock has begun its second-bysecond descent, a 96-yard kickoff return yields the first six points of the game. the crowd is on their feet. And one quickly realizes we have something special here. it is easy to get caught up in the excitement. the scoreboard

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changes frequently as bluffton’s numbers soar. but dare i say it isn’t just about winning. our town, our team the town of bluffton has rallied behind the bobcats. their storybook rise in the 2010 season seems to be playing out even more dramatically this year. Forget about politics, the economy, who’s dancing with which star, bluffton football has given us something real to cheer about. A piece of Americana, good old fashioned fun, and a glimpse at what life used to be, when neighbors spilled out from their front porch steps and gathered together to relish the simple things.

From porch lights to Friday night lights, coach cribb and his bobcats have succeeded in creating something iconic, putting bluffton on the high school football map and giving us—all of us—something to celebrate. 

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featurinG LoWCountrY ProfeSSionaLS Who heLP to maKe Your houSe a home.

67 DeBunKinG the mYthS of hirinG an interior DeSiGner

Whether Your ProPertY iS a SPraWLinG famiLY eState in PaLmetto BLuff or a Quaint BeaChSiDe CottaGe in Sea PineS, When BuiLDinG or remoDeLinG Your home, it PaYS to inveSt in a team of ProfeSSionaLS.

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DEBUNkINg ThE myThS OF hIRINg AN INTERIOR DESIgNER

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n today’s real estate market, it is more important than ever to protect your investment. Whether your property is a sprawling family estate in Palmetto bluff or a quaint beachside cottage in sea Pines, when building or remodeling your home, it pays to invest in a team of professionals. this team will typically include an architect, a building contractor and an interior designer.

An architect is necessary when designing a home from scratch or when remodeling and making structural c h a n g e s t o a n ex i s t i n g o n e . t h e building contractor will coordinate the construction issues and turn the plans on paper into a physical space for habitation. these two professionals are a given when embarking upon any homebuilding/ remodeling project. h oweve r, t h e i n te r i o r d e s i g n e r is sometimes initially left out of this equation because of the many myths that surround the profession. An analysis of these myths will reveal that the professional interior designer is as vital to the project as the others and may, in fact, play a more important role in its

successful completion. the interior designer is crucial to achieving the homeowner’s vision and helping make a sound investment for the property. mYth: i Can’t afforD an interior DeSiGner. the simple truth is you probably can’t afford not to hire one. design assistance is available to anyone at flexible price points and degrees of involvement. hourly consultation and fixed fees, based on the scope of service, are available. You may choose an independent design firm or decide to work with an on-staff designer at your favorite furniture store. regardless of which direction you go, a professionally trained interior designer will help you accomplish many things integral to the successful completion of your project. helping establish priorities and a budget are essential, but beyond that, a talented designer will show you options you may not have previously considered. And, most importantly, a designer can help you avoid costly mistakes.

mYth: a ProfeSSionaLLY DeSiGneD SPaCe Won’t refLeCt mY PerSonaLitY anD i WiLL LoSe ControL. the goal of an interior designer to is to capture the essence of the client’s tastes and lifestyle and translate them into a cohesive, beautiful, and functional space. A designer wants the interior of your home to fit you and enrich your daily life. this will involve an in-depth assessment of your likes and dislikes, entertaining habits, work habits, storage needs, and color preferences in order to better understand your personal style. if you desire, a designer will incorporate some of the furniture, family heirlooms and mementos you already cherish into a new scheme. mYth: i Can Do it mYSeLf. it Can’t Be that harD; i See it on teLeviSion aLL the time.

Most interior designers have been to college to study professionally and have a four-year degree in the understanding of design, aesthetics, architectural history, color theory, and space planning. Just (continued on next page)

because you flip through a few shelter magazines and watch television shows on interior design does not make you a professional. can you easily emulate their success? designers will go beyond basic color coordinating and staging your rooms. they will design furniture arrangements and give you options for flexible needs. they can assist you with coordinating the finishes used in the house, from the plumbing fixtures and lighting to hardware and the paint. they can also recommend professional trade people like faux-finishers and wallpaper installers. mYth: aS LonG aS i maKe it trenDY, it WiLL Be oKaY. A trendy design scheme is just what it appears to be: trendy and in style today, tired and out of style tomorrow.

A timeless look will stay fresh for years. Working with a trained designer will help you avoid the pitfalls of “flavorof-the-month” and guide you towards finish selections and furnishings that transgress fickle fads and have some staying power. remember, great style has legs a nd longevity.

mYth: if i BuY a Lot of CheaP furniShinGS, i Can reaLLY StretCh the BuDGet. it is true, inexpensive furnishings will stretch the budget, but, if not cleverly incorporated into the décor, it looks, well… cheap. there is an art and science to mix high-end with lowend, and a professional designer will help guide you through the selection process. For example, a well-constructed sofa upholstered in a quality fabric will give you years of service and hold up to the wear and tear of daily use but may not be the least expensive alternative. A designer can advise you on which items to truly invest in for maximum returns and bang for the buck. october 2011

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mYth: i Don’t have the BuDGet to Do it aLL at onCe, So WhY Bother With a PLan? the whole point of establishing a plan is to achieve a desired result. in the case of interior design, a conceptualized plan will help you reach your goal in an efficient manner. if your budget does not allow for the completion of a space, a designer will guide you in the selection of the basics to build upon and enhance as your budget allows. A well-designed plan will allow for changes and accommodations along the way but still get you to your destination. mYth: it’S mY houSe anD i Can Do What i Want.

Well, of course, you can and should decorate for your tastes since, after all, you are the one living there. but, if you are the slightest bit concerned with investment and resale, you may want the advice of a professional before building in something really unusual or highly personal. remember, paint colors, carpeting, and wallpaper are easily changed for future owners, but more expensive built-in items like an unusual cabinet finish or a highly personalized layout may turn off perspective buyers in the future. it is best to have a pro guide you along the way. there is an art to successful interior design. rooms and spaces that are both functional and beautiful do not just happen by accident. it takes skill and knowledge to take your ideas and visions and turn them into a physical reality. hiring an interior designer is an invaluable part of your building process and protects your real estate investment. 

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kINETICO Do You KnoW What’S in the Water?

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harks and jellyfish? no. not that water. i’m talking about the water that you use to shower and shave, do the dishes and laundry and— for some of you at least—drink. All it takes is one taste of untreated water from your kitchen faucet to clue you in that there’s a lot more stuff than just water in your glass. “i recently tested a woman’s water in hilton head Plantation. it’s called a tds test, that’s totally dissolved solids,” said shirl snyder, who is a sales rep for Kinetico Water systems. “the test revealed that there were 149 totally dissolved solids in her water.” those totally dissolved solids are things like calcium and various other minerals, which are the culprits behind what we call “hard” water, and they cause more trouble than just making the water taste funky.

“We have hard water here on hilton

head,” snyder said. “the elements that make it hard can attach themselves to your pipes and to components in your appliances.” that’s the scale buildup you see in your plumbing and water-using appliances. it can drastically reduce their efficiency and shorten their service lives, which can be very costly.

Problems caused by hard water

“i reCentLY teSteD a Woman’S Water in hiLton heaD PLantation. it’S CaLLeD a tDS teSt, that’S totaLLY DiSSoLveD SoLiDS,” SaiD ShirL SnYDer, Who iS a SaLeS reP for KinetiCo Water SYStemS. “the teSt reveaLeD that there Were 149 totaLLY DiSSoLveD SoLiDS in her Water.”

aren’t purely economic either. they affect quality of life. hard water leaves streaks, spots and soap scum that are unsightly and difficult to remove no matter how much you clean. it forces you to use more detergent when you do your laundry, but your clothes still don’t look as clean or last as long as they would if they were washed in soft water. here’s something else to think about. With hard water, you’re bathing and showering in all that stuff building up in the plumbing and appliances. People who have had water softening/purification systems installed discover that hair and skin is softer and smoother after bathing.

Kinetico provides solutions to hard water and other contamination issues for your home’s drinking and working water. Products range from under-sink drinking water purifiers to whole-house systems that soften the water coming into your home so your water heater, washer and dishwasher perform as well as they

K5 DrinKinG Water Station our most comprehensive drinking water system uses multiple stages of filtration, including reverse osmosis technology, to remove just about everything from your water that isn’t water. the K5 is the most advanced reverse osmosis system available, with unparalleled features and benefits. find out why so many people are opting for this stateof-the-art drinking water system.

aQuaKinetiC for those who believe that reverse osmosis technology is the way to go, but are satisfied with a more basic approach to drinking water treatment, the aquaKinetic drinking water system is for you. the threestage system provides clean, refreshing water for drinking and cooking with minimal maintenance. maCGuarD fiLter if your main concern is ridding your water of unpleasant tastes and odors, the maCguard filter system is a good choice. it provides a plentiful supply of refreshing water for your drinking water needs and is the most economical option for filtering the water in your home.

should for as long as they should. Kinetico’s systems are non-electric—the only ones of their kind on the market—so they won’t add to your electric bill. the appropriate system is determined by the specific problems in each home. “i have to analyze the water first, which would be about a $290 service if you took it to a lab,” snyder said. (Kinetico provides the service for free.) “For that home that i mentioned in hilton head Plantation, our reverse osmosis (ro) system eliminated all but nine of the tds. it’s extremely important to know if your filtration system is only taking the chlorine, for example, out of the water or if it’s taking everything out. the only way to take everything out is through reverse osmosis.” “i had a system in a house that i owned for about 11 years,” said hilton head island resident Gordon Kettering. “i got it mainly because the water here doesn’t taste very good!”

Prior to installing the Kinetico system, Mr. Kettering had been using charcoal filters on his home’s faucets. “i didn’t want to have a filter on every faucet in the house. Plus they’re always leaking, and when you change the filter they spilled all over. this Kinetico system, you just put it in and forget about it.”  To find out what’s really in your water, and learn what to do about it, visit Kinetico.com or call authorized dealer Shirl Snyder at (843) 471-9292. october 2011

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hree enormous hVAc guys sat shoulder to shoulder across the tiny truck bench seat, sporting threeday beards and wearing dirty brown quilted jackets. Larry, darrell and darrell, squeezed out of the truck with effort and hunched over the onthe-fritz compressor unit. Larry towered over brother darrell and other brother darrell, supervising with his arms crossed, casually spitting tobacco juice on darrell 2’s back. ewwww, we thought, so that’s where the dirty brown comes from. no amount of technical expertise can make up for that kind of customer service first impression. it’s just not a pretty picture, and it’s the last thing you need to experience when you call for hVAc service. Fortunately, with covert Aire you don’t have to.

Mike covert owner of covert Aire, prides himself on impeccable service that includes reliability, integrity, ethics and even things as basic as crisp, clean trucks and uniforms. covert Aire, he says, is a customer service company that just happens to do heating and air conditioning. the philosophy seems to have worked for this company that had its start on the leading edge of the Great recession but has managed to grow and prosper over its first five years. covert started the company with a single truck that was essentially a rolling tech center and office all in one. since the start, the company has shown growth every year and success, which covert defines as not posting a loss year over year, and perhaps more importantly, building relationships

that have led to new customers and an ever-increasing company commitment to the hilton head island and bluffton community. Giving back, he says, is a key component in his long-range business plan. clean vehicles—now up to a fleet of five—are also part of that. beyond that is a friendly office staff, rapid response to emergency heating or air conditioning needs (service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week), and technically savvy technicians. covert has more than 27 years of experience in the heating and air conditioning business and has been in the hilton head area for the last 16. he says friends and colleagues told him he was nuts when he decided to start his own business but he had a feeling that the time was right. “it’s actually turned out to be a great time to do it,” covert said. “i mean the economy was terrible and everybody told me i was crazy. i’m not Warren buffet, by any stretch, and i’m not the smartest guy on the earth, but i’ve learned a lot of what not to do in my 45 years, and i figured it was the right time of my life to run a business the way i think it should be run and see if i can make it work.” covert started with word-of-mouth advertising and found that dedicated exceptional service worked to produce referrals and personal testimonials. he and his wife theresa decided early on that business success would flow from community involvement and have made a concerted effort to get involved in the student improvement council, local

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Ptos, athletic teams and support seniors programs at sun city where Mike’s parents bernice (pronounced bur-ness) and Karen live.

“We believe emphatically that it’s not what you get, it’s what you give,” covert said. “My parents taught me that, and now that they’re part of this business, they continue to remind me.”

Mike’s parents handle office odd jobs and provide gentle business advice. that advice, Mike says, can sometimes be interpreted as “old

“if it’S a DeviCe that heatS or CooLS Your home, reStaurant, offiCe or BuSineSS, We Can heLP You,” miKe SaiD. “WhiCh maKeS our CLientS BaSiCaLLY everY LivinG SouL. reGarDLeSS of BranD nameS. if You LooK at our truCKS You’LL See no BranD nameS there anD that’S BY DeSiGn.” -miKe Covert

school,” but he’s okay with that as long as the definition fits a personal ethic consistent with the teachings of his parents. o n t h e ro a d , t h o u g h , w h e n handling service calls, old school needs to mix seamlessly with knowledge, experience and a comfort zone with new age technology, and that’s where covert says covert Aire can truly shine.

“Wireless technology, multiple speed compressors, this was stuff we were just talking about five to 10 years ago,” covert said. “And it’s reality today. We talk about stuff today that we hope is the future of this industry 10 years from now, and we have stay current on all of it or we start to fall behind.”

Most of the ongoing education in the heating and air conditioning business can be accomplished online these days—it’s just a click away— but Mike says experience counts in providing context. Knowing where the basic concept of heat exchange came from helps to provide a baseline for

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continued learning, and that’s covert Aire’s approach to techsavvy customer service.

“We’re just moving heat,” covert said. “taking heat out of a room, transferring it through a machine, removing the moisture and bringing it back in as colder air. it’s not rocket science. it’s easier than rocket science. the hard part is getting people to understand that, for us, our customers’ needs come first. one of his highest priorities is providing service that flows across a dozen brand names. “if it’s a device that heats or cools your home, restaurant, office or business, we can help you,” covert said, “which makes our clients basically every living soul, regardless of brand names. if you look at our trucks you’ll see no brand names there, and that’s by design.” that’s one of many things covert says separates covert Aire from its competition. he does not publicly favor one heating and cooling brand over another and accepts no favors to advertise them on trucks, his website or promotional literature.

“Quite frankly, the people who hire me, hire me,” he said. “they’re not hiring Amana or trane or carrier to fix their problem. All these different brands—and there are plenty of them—are just like tennis shoes. they come in brown, green and orange, just like tennis shoes; but at the end of the day, it’s more a matter of how the technician installs, maintains and repairs that makes the difference. We are going to put a unit in

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for you better than anybody, and we’re going to guarantee it.” if you really want his personal opinion about the best model to install, he barely pauses before recommending Amana, mostly, he says, because of a superior warranty. but he stresses that model really doesn’t matter all that much. it still goes back to service. “there’s an old saying that you can teach a monkey to do most anything,” covert said. “but you can’t teach a monkey human interaction. human interaction starts as soon as someone answers your phone call. if that person doesn’t give you the impression that they’re on their game—that they are sound and trustworthy and that there actually is a human who’s answering

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the phone—if any of those parts start to break down, then people are being encouraged to call someone else.” covert says that it also starts the minute a technician shows up at your house. if he shows up in a dirty old truck and he’s dressed all dirty and sloppy, it speaks to capabilities, sincerity and trust—which is a philosophy and a promise that’s easy to appreciate and understand if you’ve ever had hVAc work done

by Larry, darrell and darrell.  Covert Aire serves the Bluffton-Hilton Head and Beaufort market. For more information, call (843) 706-5090 or visit covertaire.com.

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ď&#x20AC;ˇ A man of many talents Tim Silcox surrounded by his many business endeavors, and a few hobbies.

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ou’d think that sending in a crew of guys to clean out dust, mold and crawly (or formerly crawly) nasties from a house’s ductwork, attic and crawl space would be all about making things more aesthetically pleasing. Yeah, sort of. healthy environments, despite the down-and-dirty and sometimes downright disgusting nature of having to scratch and claw through small and often uncomfortable spaces, aspires to a higher purpose, which is actually exactly what its name says. done right, this company’s cleaning, coating and sealing of cramped spaces that produce moisture and thousands of icky mold spores can, in fact, result in a healthier home environment and perhaps even fewer visits to allergists. it’s that, above all, that has made tim silcox’s 20 years in this business worth it. not that the owner of healthy environments doesn’t love walking into a house that’s loaded with mold spores and walking out sounding like barry White; it’s just that there’s simply so much of it in the Lowcountry that silcox says job security is not a problem. And that’s the problem. he credits (or blames) what he calls the “the production construction” industry, which doesn’t put enough of a premium on thoroughness in post-construction cleaning. he says when home heating and air conditioning units are turned on before a worksite is swept spotless, sanded gypsum board and sawdust is spread throughout a ductwork system and lands like flour in cracks and crevices. Just add water and presto—the beginnings of that “old house/beach house” smell that sounds charming but does your health no favors. “there is no normal for the beach island musty smell,” silcox said. “You can hear it in my voice from the mold and ductwork we have to clean out (he clears his throat). they always try that, ‘oh, you’re at the beach, the beach always smells like that.’ no it doesn’t. there’s mold in the house.”

silcox, originally from springfield, Massachusetts, got started in this business after a series of what he calls “entrepreneurial successes.” he was a paperboy growing up, something he says he has in common with countless ceos, and then pushed snow in the northeast until he grew tired of long hours and below zero temperatures. he bought his first dump truck at age 18 and started a landscaping business, then saw an article in a trade publication about landscaping that described the hilton head area.

“We had thought about charlotte and tampa—i don’t know why but we decided on hilton head island,” silcox said. “And we like the beach. When we saw the palmetto trees, that was it.” silcox ran the landscaping company for about year and then he and a friend started a duct cleaning company. he took continuing education courses and attended seminars relating to indoor Air Quality. early on, he actually designed and built several tools to accomplish the work to his elevated specifications and started attracting customers. he then discovered someone in the window film business (no, not the movies) who was failing to return calls in a timely fashion and decided to get into that business as well. spray foam insulation was next—another product consistent with the overall goal of sealing leaks that allow dust and moisture to get into a house. “We clean it, coat it and seal it, plus we seal all the dust leak scenarios that pull fiberglass insulation from the attic into the house—especially with blown-in fiberglass. that’s why i’ve done a couple thousand homes in sun city,” silcox said. “We just recently worked on a cottage in berkeley hall where we were able to provide all four services at the same time. once you’ve done that and you’ve done it completely, you shouldn’t have to do it again.” silcox says that the duct sealing business, and all of its subsidiaries, is a decent business, even in a down economy.

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they’re making the kind of investments that are necessary to maintain value and improve livability. he says that every service he provides amounts to money-saving investments, in the form of reduced electric bills. or doctor bills perhaps. “not that i can keep everybody from going to the allergist, but it’s amazing how many people notice that when i seal their ductwork to keep them from breathing fiberglass, they don’t go to the allergist anymore. especially small kids who respire three times what you or i do.” silcox said. silcox doesn’t specifically claim to be competition for allergists, but he does wonder about anecdotal stories that speak to positive results after a full cleaning, and sealing of ductwork, attic space and crawl space. “i don’t want to diss the doctors, but slowly, very slowly, doctors are finally saying, well, maybe you should check your building environment,” silcox said. “doctors call it “sick building syndrome” when 20 percent of occupants in a building complain about the same issue. i tell people if you go away for a week and you come back and start feeling crappy, it’s your house.”

Like an anti-dust and mold evangelist, silcox conducts seminars and talks to building associations, engineers and realtors these days, railing against shoddy construction and construction site cleaning practices and “drive-by inspectors.” he maintains that cheap filtration systems and poor maintenance assure that mold will grow in your heating and cooling system.

“When they tape all the ductwork and pretty much shove all the connections in—the test around here being ‘you can’t see it from my house’—they’re just going home, so they don’t really seal it,” he said. to counter all that, healthy environments offers a free

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evaluation and a free inspection report, which many realtors are using in addition to inspectors’ reports. “i come out, i look at it, i don’t hide anything, i don’t make anything up,” silcox said. “i give it to you straight, and i don’t bless your heart in the end. i give a pre-inspection report. it’s basically advising that if you can see what’s there, fix it to protect our customer’s interests.” silcox says that he conducts many continuing education sessions on the topic with rooms full or attorneys. one of the items discussed is litigation and documentation. nowadays, says silcox, for a lot of attorneys mold is gold.”

While healthy environment is silcox’s business, the Palmetto Animal League is his passion. it started innocently enough—while putting window film on the League offices in bluffton to help cut glare, heat and energy bills, he discovered that a love of dogs and cats (silcox and his wife Julie have one rescue dog and two rescue cats) just wasn’t enough. he now serves on the board and is involved in cleaning ductwork, attic space and crawl space at the organization’s new thrift shop in sheridan Park.

As for healthy environments, if there’s a best part of the business silcox says “it’s the fact that i can help somebody’s allergy issues. i love it when you have three little kids in a house who are chronically allergic and their mom calls three weeks after we’ve done work to say that they no longer go to the allergist. that’s beyond rewarding.” For more information, call (843) 757-5522 or visit healthyenvironmentsinc.net

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n one sense it’s a milestone. in another, it’s a statement.

Almost 30 years ago, an opportunity presented itself to Frank Guidobono. While hilton head island was in a downturn in the home building industry, he saw homes still being built along golf courses and lining the beach. the great savings and loan crisis of 1982-83 was coming to a head. the word “recession” was on everyone’s lips. the Michigan native was more than aware of what was going on in detroit. but island visitor Frank Guidobono kept seeing those golf course and beachfront houses going up. dream homes. he knew he could

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things right,” Guidobono said. “We like to overbuild with some reasonable accounting—there are some companies who overbuild to the degree that they’re wasting their clients’ money.”

build dream homes better than anyone. it was all about quality and innovation. he had earned his chops in Michigan. his dad was a concrete contractor and he worked for him. he knew how to drive a bulldozer when he was 10 years old. he founded cambridge with his brothers in the 1970s in Michigan. he got a degree in building construction at Michigan state. in 1982, he was ready for hilton head island.

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was ready for Frank Guidobono. true to his heritage, Guidobono and cambridge became the Lowcountry Michelangelo of builders. For Guidobono, the word “custom” means “unique.” discovering cambridge is like discovering anything these days. What used to be word of mouth has now become much more complex— it’s a matter of how word of mouth is transmitted—and it’s not always by mouth. so cambridge is getting in the promotion game by dramatically revamping its website, cambridgehomeshhi.com Along the way, cambridge has become well known as a builder that specializes in the tricky business of oceanfront homes, building over 40 oceanfronts on the island, and a company that shows a resolute commitment to making good on quality workmanship and warranties.

in south carolina, currently with its eight-year “statute of repose,” the builder is required to stand behind its work for a long period of time—another clear reason to go with a builder who’s shown he’ll be around for a while. “in order to manage those requirements, we’ve learned you have to do things right,” Guidobono said. “We like to overbuild with some reasonable accounting—there are some companies who overbuild to the degree that they’re wasting their clients’ money. but we watch costs very carefully and build a better product still within budget.”

Guidobono said that they offer turnkey service for fast tracking a project through competition, coordinating the initial design development with the design review process, architect, engineer, interior designer, and

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well known as a builder that specializes in the tricky business of oceanfront homes, building over 40 oceanfronts on the island, and a company that shows a resolute commitment to making good on quality workmanship and warranties.

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most importantly, the owner. “the majority of our clients are out of town throughout the design and construction process, and many reside out of the country,” Guidobono said.

About half of the projects currently being considered or under construction came from the client with plans in hand, already designed by an architect. cambridge specializes in signature projects like oldfield, where cambridge built the golf club and the main clubhouse, and Palmetto bluff, where buffalo’s in the Village is cambridge’s work, as is the gatehouse and several other “sense of arrival” projects. cambridge has built more than 30 homes in Wexford and dozens in colleton river and berkeley hall, and perhaps as many as 800 overall in the Lowcounty, extending south to savannah, including a very special home featured on the cover of People magazine. cambridge builds for all and Guidobono can also tell stories of building for heads of major corporations. one testimonial to cambridge, a major client that had built nine oceanfront homes on hilton

head, each one with a different builder, hired cambridge to build for them. cambridge has been their builder ever since, building five consecutive oceanfront houses. through it all, it’s been the range of projects and the vast experience that have set cambridge apart. the company specializes in high-end, but is able to compete favorably on any kind of project large or small. “We custom build our clients’ dream homes from top quality materials and the highest construction standards in the industry,” Guidobono said. but he added, “comparatively, we’re not expensive. We just build homes that have a lot of detail and specialized systems.” one aspect of the business that Guidobono feels his company has not emphasized enough is residential remodeling and commercial projects. remodeling has always accounted for a good portion of cambridge’s business, and they usually have one or two underway at any given time.

“We also do commercial work. We’re licensed as an ‘Unlimited General con-

tractor.’ We are also the local representative for Varco Premium Metal buildings,” Guidobono said. no matter what you have in mind, Guidobono’s goal for his client is to create a final product that “fits like a glove” in combination with what belongs in the Lowcountry, with a sense of preserving where we are, who we are, and what good we can do. Quietly, the way Frank Guidobono does.  Cambridge Homes, Inc. is located at 19 Bow Circle on Hilton Head Island. For more information, call (843) 341-2444 or visit cambridgehomeshhi.com.

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ilton head Preparatory school’s performing arts department will perform the beloved rodgers and hammerstein musical, The Sound of Music, in november. the elaborate stage production features 31 student cast members, 15 crew members and a collaborative, 24-person orchestra comprised of students from various beaufort county schools and local professional musicians.

“We set the bar extremely high last year with our productions of Footloose and Little Shop of Horrors, and this year we plan to

exceed everyone’s expectations,” said benjamin Wolfe, director of performing arts at hilton head Prep. “We wanted the first show of the year to be a musical that the entire family—indeed the entire community—can enjoy together, and we felt there would be no better way to kick off the holiday season than with the timeless favorite, The Sound of Music.” in 1959, long before Wolfe or his young cast members were born, The Sound of Music premiered on broadway. Why then is he so excited about this 50-yearold American classic? “i’ve loved this musical since childhood,” Wolfe said.

“the songs are so familiar that the audience will definitely leave the auditorium humming. the broadway version is slightly different from the familiar movie version, but all the songs we love to hear are definitely there.” in his third year at hilton head Prep, Wolfe places a heavy demand on his students to produce the highest professional-quality stage productions possible. the cast rehearses six nights a week in preparation and the technical theatre class spends countless hours designing and building intricately crafted hanging sets, which will quickly bring the numerous scene changes and shifts to life with speed and precision. this production, which will be run entirely by the stu-

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Performances of The Sound of Music are scheduled for thursday, november 3 at 7:30 p.m.; saturday, november 5 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 pm; and sunday, november 6, at 2 p.m. tickets may be purchased in advance at hhprep.org or at the door. Admission is $20 for adults ($15 for seniors 60 and older for matinee shows), and $10 for students. Group rates (15 or more) are also available by calling (843) 304-6280.

dent production staff at hilton head Prep, will maximize every square inch of the VPAc’s extensive space.

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over into the design of set and costumes. not content to use contemporary props and set pieces, Wolfe is happily combing local homes and auction houses to find authentic furniture pieces to enhance the theater experience for the audience.

Wolfe is excited about the variety that this season offers audiences on the island, with the later production being the uproariously funny modern hit Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, to be presented in February. 

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hen you think of local institutions on hilton head island, one name that has to be at the top of the conversation is reilley’s. You’d have to take a pretty long trip in the wayback machine—all the way to 1982—to get to a time when that name didn’t appear on the door of at least one island establishment. that was the year tom and diane reilley opened a little neighborhood irish pub in the Gallery of shops on Greenwood drive, just off the sea Pines circle. throughout the nearly 30 years since those humble beginnings, the reilley family business has remained in constant motion, giving hilton head island some of its favorite and most enduring food and beverage establishments, as well as two of its most beloved annual events: the st. Patrick’s day Parade and the reilley’s/

Mortgage network Match Play championship. that forward motion shifted into high gear in 2005 with a major renovation to the original reilley’s on the south end, which had moved across the street to its current location in reilley’s Plaza in 1995 due to a fire in the Gallery of shops. no longer the irish pub that so many islanders had come to know, the remodel gave reilley’s an updated look and feel and a touch of elegance. And with the structural changes came a change in attitude. though you can still find the friendly neighborhood tavern, step over to the dining room and you’ll find that reilley’s Grill and bar has quite a bit more to offer than the traditional pub fare. “the remodel took reilley’s in a new direction toward more of a restaurant atmosphere. it’s no longer an irish pub serving pub food.” said chef shawn ross who joined

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the reilleys in 2008. “When i got here sales weren’t very high for the steaks and seafood. We refined the menu so that now we offer a good mixture of cross cultural cuisine and a restaurant that delivers a great product and great service for the price point.”

can still get some great sandwiches and burgers, but now you’ll also find dishes like herb baked boston cod, espresso rubbed ribeye steak, and slow roasted pork shanks to name a few. ross has also added a new wrinkle to the dining room with a three-course menu.

Another new development springing from the reilley’s kitchen is r&r catering, which serves weddings, birthday parties, retirement celebrations, brunches, office meetings, cookouts…basically, “Any occasion, Any event” as the promotional literature says.

“We always had the locals for the bar business and we still do,” said manager erin reilley booth, “but i see more locals here for dinner than i used to.” And that is exactly what ross was brought in to do. ross brings an impressive culinary resume to the reilley’s kitchen. raised by his grandfather—a restaurateur and chef for over 50 years—in oklahoma and Las Vegas, ross took an interest in cooking very early in life. After completing his education, he entered the culinary program at club corporation of America (ccA), which eventually brought him to the Lowcountry. during ross’s time at ccA, he held the positions of fine dining chef, banquet chef, and executive sous chef with stints at the shangri La resort in Afton, oklahoma and the daufuskie island club. he later went on help start up the Vino and Vito market/ restaurant in bluffton, and then became the executive sous chef at the hilton in Palmetto dunes. ross left the hilton to take a position as food and beverage director at the chechessee club, where he remained for five years until finally joining the reilley’s organization.

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it’s basically a pre fixe style menu, but offers more entrée choices than a typical pre fixe.

What you get is a choice of soup or salad, then you pick from a selection of entrées, of which there are 10 in contrast to the one or two on most pre fixe menus. At the end, you have a choice between a scoop of ice cream or reilley’s house bread pudding. “it started with the pre fixe menus we were doing for the chamber restaurant Week,” said booth. “it was pretty popular so we kept it going.”

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“We jokingly call it our ‘stimulus plan’ because lately everybody’s looking for the deal,” added ross, who says the reilley’s 3 course Menu will be updated on a seasonal basis.

Another new development springing from the reilley’s kitchen is r&r catering, which serves weddings, birthday parties, retirement celebrations, brunches, office meetings, cookouts…basically, “Any occasion, Any event” as the promotional literature says. “catering has always been an outlet for me. As a chef—and i’ve been a chef for a while—i like to show my creative side. We all do,” ross said. “there are limits to what you can do creatively in a restaurant when you’re running the price points you want to run and keeping your costs where they need to be. the weddings, for example, are a way to be really creative and express yourself. that’s how the company came about. erin, tom and i were talking about creativity and growing the business in different ways. We realized that catering was an opportunity to do that.” r&r catering has a 10-page menu,

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but ross advises that it is more of a guideline than anything. he would rather create something totally original and unique for each event. “if we’re doing a wedding, i’ll sit down with the bride and ask her, What do you like, what’s your thing? i don’t want to do the same thing every time,” ross said.

With all of these changes, which ross and booth like to call “the other side of reilley’s,” and perhaps more to come, at least one thing remains the same. it’s still a great neighborhood bar. the 2005 renovation enhanced it as such with a more spacious bar area inside that opens up to a large patio and outside bar. the new configuration had the effect of drawing in a new, younger, late night clientele. “it’s been great,” said booth. “We have dJs all summer long on Friday and saturday nights. once dinner’s over we call it club r! And the deck is great for the football crowds in the fall.” of course, we couldn’t leave you without mentioning the 29th Annual reilley’s/Mortgage network Match Play championship. the legendary golf tournament started in 1983 and now draws over 250 players from the U.s., canada, ireland and scotland, probably as much for the festivities at reilley’s Grill and bar as for the golf! this year’s event will be held november 16-19. You can download an entry form at hiltonheadreilleys.com. if you have questions, you can send an email to rMngolf@hargray.com, call tom reilley at (843) 842-4434, or just stop by reilley’s Grill and bar and ask around.  Reilley’s Grill and Bar is located at 7d Greenwood drive on hilton head island. for more information, call (843) 842-4414 or visit reilleyshiltonhead.com. october 2011

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Try as you might, you’re not going to get the lady golfers at Bluffton and Hilton Head Island High Schools to say something bad about one another. After all, they’re natural rivals, both by geography and comparison. Ocean versus river. Seahawks versus Bobcats; before the Intracoastal, after the Intracoastal; Fording Island Road versus William Hilton Parkway. And yet despite the obvious ready-made potential for hostility or confrontation, neither of the teams’ captains will flinch.

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It’s not like we hate bluffton, but we compete against each other,” said Jackie budhidharma, a sophomore golfer for hilton head island high’s Lady seahawks. either they’re precociously savvy at handling media, or they may actually like each other. “sure, we see them as a rival before we get to the course, but once we get out to the course, we’re really good friends,” said samantha “sammie” buchanan. “of course, you always have individuals that you want to beat, but we’re still real close in that we’re not going to try to kill each other.” bluffton nearly absorbed the hilton head team last year at a time when the seahawks were having trouble having finding enough golfers to field a team. that didn’t happen, but it seemed to deepen the bond between the friendly rivals. the mutual admiration society continues.

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“We joke with each other. We love each other.” ok, so it’s not the hatfields and the Mccoys. or Yankees vs. red sox.

“We all get along with each other pretty well,” said Lily bartell, a senior for hilton head. “We’ve all been competing against each other for years in junior golf.”

And it is that friendly rivalry between bobcats (bluffton) and seahawks (hilton head) and between long-time hilton head island Junior Golf Association competitors that provides the backdrop for the 2011 season. hilton head just missed the class 3-A state title last year, losing to A.c. Flora (columbia) by one stroke at the Quail creek Golf course in conway. bluffton had won the state tournament every year between 2007 and 2009. in other words, come late october, this friendly rivalry may have its final scrum at the state championships.

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LiLY BarteLL, hiLton heaD Year: Senior home CourSe: old South reCent Junior GoLf Win: 2011 Kiawah island Junior Challenge at Cougar Point, feb. 12-13, 2011 2010 hiGhLiGhtS: Low medalist (36) at Sept. 30, 2010 quad-match vs. Bluffton, fort Dorchester and Beaufort She SaiD it: “We’d like to think we have a good shot at states this year.”

LittLe KnoWn faCt: She’s an intern at Celebrate hilton head magazine.

 JaCKie BuDhiDharma, hiLton heaD Year: Sophomore favorite LoCaL CourSe: moss Creek favorite GoLfer: rickie fowler moSt memoraBLe Shot: hole-in-one, the Golf Club, indigo run, hole # 8, Par 3 (11 years old at the time) SeaSon GoaLS: “to win states and shoot even par over 18 holes” She SaiD it: “Golf is a really tough mental game. the only way to get in control of that is just to keep playing in those big tournaments under a lot of pressure and keep your head in it.”

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BranDi hammonDS, BLuffton Year: Sophomore BeSt Part of her Game: “my driver and putter, my short game and my long game.” moSt memoraBLe Shot: her first eagle, at the age of 10, at old South, hole #7, Par 5 CoLLeGiate GoLf aSPirationS: university of Kentucky, newberry College, S.C. favorite Pro GoLferS: vijay Singh and michelle Wie, rickie fowler LittLe-KnoWn faCt: nine-time karate national champion She SaiD it: “it kind of motivated me to try to do something else to keep me occupied and keep me going” (on dealing with diabetes).

 Samantha ‘Sammie’ BuChanan, BLuffton Year: Senior BeSt Part of her Game: Driver and long irons favorite CourSe: old South moSt memoraBLe Shot: a double-eagle 2 this august at the Beth Daniels tournament, Country Club of Charleston, hole #9, Par 5 CoLLeGiate GoLf aSPirationS: Clemson, South Carolina, unC-Greensboro, Winthrop favorite CLuB: Driver and 8-iron favorite Pro GoLferS: annika Sorenstam, Zach Johnson, adam Scott She SaiD it: “after they call my name, i just try to zone everyone out and make it me, the ball and the course. i get behind my ball. i look at my line, take a practice swing, feel confident and get over the ball and swing.” 

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Be a Kid again arTicle BY riTa SlaveTSkaS

LeArn to PLAY GoLF haS the Game of GoLf PiQueD Your intereSt? haS Your initiaL reaCtion to LearninG the Game of GoLf Been SomethinG LiKe, “i’m too oLD to Start LearninG GoLf; i’m not athLetiC enouGh; i WiLL Be too emBarraSSeD to miSS the BaLL; i JuSt Won’t Be GooD at it?”

if so, perhaps you need to think about approaching the learning of the game like a kid! Kids do not think about age, nor would they consciously think about being an athlete. they would “just do it.” And, finally, a kid would just keep trying to hit the ball until he/she “got it!” Kids would just have fun doing something. Kids have few, if any, inhibitions, feel no pressure and are fearless in so many things in life.

And, if you are thinking that you have never performed the skills required for golf, think about the following: have you ever danced, played tennis, bowled, played ball or played catch, skied, swam, pushed a child on a swing or skipped rocks across a pond? each of these require some of the same skill sets as golf such as rhythm, balance, coordination, weight transfer and hands release. so you have performed them. You simply did not realize it. so now you need to open yourself up to learning, set all inhibitions and adult thought processes aside and find someone to nurture you as you were nurtured as a kid. We know that kids are most successful and develop at their best when they are around a good communicator, coach or leader, a relaxing, positive and fun environment and receive lots of encouragement (high fives and rewards) along the way. Why should adults not do the same?

When you find the nurturer/instructor who provides the above attributes, assess the kind of golfer you would like to be. Let’s say there are three choices: 1) Social: to occasionally play totally for the enjoyment of being with friends, associates, family, your spouse or significant other, and to develop new friendships with absolutely no pressure, sharing your favorite beverage and snack (continued on next page)

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afterward. 2) recreational: play on a regular basis (perhaps two or three times per week), at times wagering in various amounts (a beverage at the end of a round, a penny, nickel or dime a hole) and enjoy discussing some of those wonderful shots over a favorite beverage and snack. 3) Competitive: here’s where the pressure is on to perform at the top of your game, strictly according to the rules of golf. each of these requires a far different amount of commitment to learning and developing in the game. Your goal must be in sync with the amount of time you have to dedicate to learning the game.

onCe You have an iDea of What You WouLD LiKe to Do With GoLf, aCQuire the aPProPriate CLuBS. one SiZe DoeS not fit aLL, anD You WiLL Be DoinG YourSeLf a DiSServiCe if You attemPt to uSe eQuiPment that iS not SuiteD for You. a fuLL Set of CLuBS iS not a reQuirement to Learn the Game.

once you have an idea of what you would like to do with golf, acquire the appropriate clubs. one size does not fit all, and you will be doing yourself a disservice if you attempt to use equipment that is not suited for you. A full set of clubs is not a requirement to learn the game. now find a course or facility where you can begin your adventure! remember, adventures carry with them risks and rewards. do not fear them, but look at them as a challenge and attack as a kid would. With the guidance of your nurturer, you can and will learn how to handle them. Look at it as an exciting time in your life.

Let yourself go, and remember the two most important letters in golf: G—it’s a game and F—have fun! My hope is for more people to enjoy the game of golf at a level that suits their lifestyle and learn to be a kid for their entire lifetime!  Rita Slavetskas, voted by her peers as one of the Top 50 LPGA Teaching Professionals in the USA, is the LPGA Teaching Professional at Dolphin Head Golf Club on Hilton Head Island. If you would like to join in the adventure, give Rita a call at (843) 681-5550.

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’ll let you in on a little secret…if you need to throw together a meeting or other last minute group event, there are open dates at the country club of hilton head (cchh) in november. “it’s a relatively slow month because everybody’s gearing up for the holidays,” said the club’s events director, MacKenzie raehm. not that she recommends planning something on such short notice, though. “i’m very organized. i like to have things kind of set in stone, and i think your date and your venue are the two biggest things that you need to get solidified before you start planning,” she said. “so if you have something to plan for next year, definitely secure the date and venue first no matter how far out in 2012 it is.” but if short notice is unavoidable, she added, “i’m a proponent of the earlier the better, but we can accommodate anybody. We do a lot of events on the fly.” either way, last minute or long lead, raehm wants you to host your event at the cchh, and she has another secret to share with you. “i think a lot of people don’t realize that you don’t have to be a member and you do not need to have a member sponsor to host an event at the club,” she said. “there are definitely some perks (waived room rental and discounted service fee, for example), but anybody can have an event here.”

it doesn’t necessarily have to involve golf either. “there’s really no limitation on the kinds of events that we do,” raehm said. the scope of events held at cchh includes weddings and bridal showers, anniversaries, bar mitzvahs, small business meetings and larger conferences, luncheons and, yes, golf outings, and the facilities are well suited to all of them.

“We have the Magnolia room, which is our fancy dining room that can hold about 100 people, and we have a more casual dining room that holds about 50,” raehm said. “our ballroom can accommodate 220 people. We have a room to fit any need.” the cchh is a popular meeting and conference location for local businesses and other types of organizations. For example, Lions club, navy League and hilton head island Area Association of realtors all hold monthly meetings at cchh. “We love having those kinds of groups, and we have a ton of space that’s great for that kind of thing. For example the Magnolia room holds 100 people, but it can be partitioned off for smaller groups,” raehm said. the facilities also provide projection screens, projectors, wireless audio and internet access, podiums, and other equipment for presentations when required.

For golf events like charity fundraisers, cchh can help with a lot of the details beyond providing a course. the club’s range of golf related event services include clinics, scoring, format recommendations, course signage, marketing, promotion and sponsorships, and skills games.

“Weddings are the biggest thing that we love to do,” raehm said. “We’re great at weddings! We have a wonderful venue and we do a great garden ceremony out back. We also have a beach ceremony at dolphin head.” she noted that the dolphin head location for beach weddings has some distinct advantages over the publicly accessed beaches, most notably, privacy. “You won’t have people sunbathing or playing bocce as a backdrop to your wedding ceremony.” dolphin head is also located in hilton head Plantation, as is cchh, so it is convenient with respect to getting everybody from the ceremony to the reception. raehm especially stresses planning ahead for weddings because the popular months tend to book up pretty quickly. While the busiest month varies from year to year (her biggest last year was May; the year before, it was october), spring and fall are the wedding months. contrary to the popular notion that June is the wedding month, raehm says that April, May, september and october are her busiest—something to think about if you’ve recently popped the question (or had the question popped on you). “spring seems to fill up more quickly,” raehm said. “right now i’m pretty much booked up, but i’ve got nothing for the fall yet.”  To get started planning your event at the Country Club of Hilton Head, contact MacKenzie Raehm, private events director, at (843) 681-2582 or MacKenzie. raehm@ourclub.com.

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After years of the corporate grind, simmons was bitten by the entrepreneur bug and decided he wanted to open his own golf cart store. in the midst of the financial crisis, he and his wife rhonda opened not one, but two Quality Golf cars stores at the same time—one in bluffton and one in rincon, Georgia. today when you walk into their showroom off okatie Village drive, you’ll find shiny floors and a warm “can i

help you?” the minute you step through the doorway. From traditional golf carts to camouflage hunting vehicles that dot the showroom, simmons’ newly independent streak permeates the business.

“For 20 years, i was an eZ-Go employee and loved the company,” he said. “i still do today. but when i made the transition from corporate employee to self-employed, i went from brand loyalty to customer loyalty.” customer loyalty begins at seven in the morning, when it’s not unusual to find a column of golf cars lined up to take advantage of the only full-service drive thru for golf carts and Low speed Vehicles (LsVs) in the sun city area.

From replacing batteries to pumping tires, the drive thru offers an easy way for customers to drop off their vehicles.

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store hours range from 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on saturday, which gives working professionals time to get their cars in for service. if you’re unable to bring your vehicle in to the service center, Quality Golf cars offers pick-up and drop-off service to many local areas six days a week. “the fall is a good time to get your golf cart serviced and ready for the new season. We go through your batteries and grease the chassis to keep everything running smooth. our goal is a 24-hour turnaround on all vehicles, and 95 percent of the time we’re able to do that,” simmons said. but don’t limit your experience to service and repairs. When you walk into the showroom, notice the menagerie of leather seats and dashboards that line the walls. no two golf cars on the showroom floor look the same, and that’s due to the serious customization Quality Golf cars offers. one of the most popular changes customers like is an orthopedic leather seat that provides lumbar support for their backs. the seat is extremely comfortable and allows you to sit in it for long stretches of time when you’re waiting for golf partners to finish their game or when planning extended traveling for the day. “the first customer who ever sat in one of those seats bought it,” simmons said, adding that his team also offers fully customizable paint jobs and a wide spectrum of vehicle performance alterations.

Whether you’re in the market for your first cart or an upgrade, Quality Golf cars has the best selection. besides rebuilt models of traditional favorites like eZGo and club car, Quality Golf cars offers some unique lines that aren’t available anywhere else in the area. A favorite among customers is the tomberlin, rated by Forbes magazine as one of the safest golf carts and LsVs on the market. it comes standard with many features that are optional on other cars: three point seat belts, a third brake light, windshield wipers and four wheel disc brakes. And to top it all off, tomberlin offers a four-year warranty. “they’re a company that stands behind their product,” simmons said. in addition to tomberlin, Quality Golf cars carries Alumacar, columbia, and motor scooters from schwinn Motorsports. Alumacar is known for lightweight aluminum frames and a charging system that lets vehicles clock between a cool 52 and 60 miles per charge. columbia carries a wide line of rugged and well-built vehicles applicable for a wide variety of jobs both at home and at work. And the motor scooters have proven a big hit with college students.

Finding the expertise to sell such a wide variety of inventory is no easy feat, but simmons credits his sales team for the success. he says he has “some of the best employees out there.” simmons’ “go-to guy,” Kevin Mccauley, has been with Quality Golf cars since the start. originally a window and door salesman out of Atlanta, he’s seen the challenges and changes Quality Golf cars has gone through to stay relevant with customers.

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“the faLL iS a GooD time to Get Your GoLf Cart ServiCeD anD reaDY for the neW SeaSon. We Go throuGh Your BatterieS anD GreaSe the ChaSSiS to KeeP everYthinG runninG Smooth. our GoaL iS a 24-hour turnarounD on aLL vehiCLeS, anD 95 PerCent of the time We’re aBLe to Do that,” SimmonS SaiD.

“We’re very fortunate with where we are now. but it’s not easy here; you definitely have to earn every customer that walks through that door,” Mccauley said. between Mccauley and three others, Quality Golf cars has over 100 years of sales experience in the store. in addition, the store has two mechanics that come from forklift and automotive maintenance backgrounds.

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With his local business free from the constraints of a single corporate brand, simmons and his team have found it a lot easier to cater to what customers want. From fully customizable golf carts, drive-up service, and their own financing service, Quality Golf cars is a business born and raised in a tough recession. As simmons points out, “We opened our doors in october 2008. And here we are still standing. something tells me we must be doing something right.” once you check them out, you just might agree.  To get rolling with your next golf car, visit Quality Golf Cars in the Okatie Village Shopping Center at 212 Okatie Village Drive next to Food Lion. For more information, call (843) 705-6655 or visit qualitygolfcarsales.com.

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What was once considered an anomaly and a last attempt to solve putting issues before giving up the game entirely has become the latest craze. this month, we will take a look at 1) why and how these putters can improve a golfer’s putting, 2) the difference between these putters and conventional putters, and 3) what you must know if you are going to use a long putter. extra-long and belly putters very often allow the putting stroke to be more technically sound. What this means is that the mechanics of the stroke are more readily repeatable. For instance, one of the common denominators all great putters possess, regardless of putter type, is that the putter’s extreme butt end, or grip cap, points at the same point on the golfer throughout the stroke, (call it a fulcrum point if you will.) the putter’s entire shaft may swing laterally through the stroke, but if you were to draw a line from the putter’s head up the shaft to the extreme end of the grip then extend it approximately one foot, (the distance between the grip cap and golfer’s body), this “line” would point to the same point on the golfer’s body

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Maintaining this kind of consistency is often difficult to accomplish with a conventional length putter. but with the extra-long and belly putter, where the putter is anchored to a fixed point on your body, it is more easily done. this might not seem like a big deal to the average golfer, but consider that the hole is only 4.25 inches, and if you are off .25 inches from 15 feet, it could make the difference in missing or holing out. contrary to popular opinion, the putting stroke, when using a conventional putter, is not a pure pendulum stroke. how can it be when you have two points (your arms) guiding the putter? A pure pendulum is when an object swings from one fixed point, which is closer to what happens when using an extra-long or belly putter. i say “closer to what happens,” because, again, you are moving the putter between two fixed points (your arms), but at least the putter is anchored to one fixed point. in addition to the single fixed-point advantage, the second reason extra-long and belly putters allow most golfers to improve their putting is the way they allow the golfer to set up. the extra-long putter is most notable for this, and there is no better example of it than Adam scott, who has seen a tremendous improvement in his putting since switching to the extra-long putter. however, what no one has mentioned regarding Adam’s

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improved putting is the effect of his improved head and eye position and not merely a difference in his stroke. Let me explain.

The extra-long putter forces the golfer to stand more erect. due to a more erect posture, the golfer is forced to look more directly down upon the ball. When looking down this way, the head and neck are placed very near parallel to the ground. this, in turn, allows the eye plane and head plane to be in unison. When most golfers use a conventional length putter, their eye plane and head plane do not coincide. When

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the proper length, it will cause numerous problems, negating all the potential advantages. For example, if you are having back trouble and are unable to practice with a conventional length putter for extended periods of time, the extra-long putter is a wonderful alternative. but, if you do not know how long to make the putter, your set up will suffer and disallow you to swing the putter effectively. not only will your mechanics suffer, but so will your head/eye position. With all of these things being out of position,

your putting could actually get worse! the same is true for the belly putter. (the most noticeable result an improperly fit belly putter will cause is distance control. if a belly putter is not fitted correctly, distance control will suffer to a great degree.) switching from a normal putter to an extra-long or belly putter could greatly improve your putting. however, it is important to remember, just as in the rest of your golf game, if you do not have the instrument tuned specifically to you, it will serve no purpose and could actually hurt your game.  For more information, call the Golf Performance Academy-Hilton Head at (843) 338-6737, e-mail us at pete@golfacademyhiltonhead.com, join us on the web at golfacademyhiltonhead.com or on Facebook at Golf Performance AcademyHilton Head.

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y nature, man is a warrior. in foreign territory, he observes the movements of others, scans the scene and tries to blend; hoping the natives never suspect he is not in full control. culture shock may attempt to enter his psyche, yet he swats it away like an irritating gnat. he proceeds into a dark room—one he has never seen before, attempting to understand the native tongue of this new world. the question looms on his mind. At the verge of being exposed, he asks himself, “When she said, ‘take off what you are comfortable taking off,’ what did she mean?” “in my first massage, i wore my socks,” said Mark robertson, a savannah morning radio anchor and program director. “i was comfortable in my socks, and i didn’t think they would be massaging my feet. “i now know after 20 years of massages, my feet are part of the package and they get treated, too.” robertson said. employees at FAces dayspa say robertson’s experience is very typical of a man having his first spa treatment.

“We thought men knew what to expect,” said Alexis sargo, spa coordinator at FAces dayspa. “Many times, it’s a foreign

world to them.”

FAces spa concierge elizabeth hancock said just like robertson, many men don’t know what or what not to wear to a spa treatment.

“We tell them to undress to their comfort level,” hancock said. “that means you can wear underwear or you can be naked, however, your comfort level is for under the sheets, not on top.” hancock said she has known massage therapists who were shocked to see a naked man on top of the massage table when they enter the room.

“As spa professionals, we now realize men may need more information,” hancock said. “it’s hard for men to relax if they feel they aren’t in control of the situation, and that can defeat the whole purpose of their visit.”

Mike Walsh, executive director of Mental health America for beaufort and Jasper counties, said men’s socialization may get in the way of booking an appointment.

“As a generalization, men are socialized to perceive physical touch as competitive, not cooperative—just look at most male sports,” Walsh said. Walsh, who is also an assistant professor of neuropsychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of south carolina’s school of Medicine, said some men have bought into the myth that only women take care of themselves. “the reality is, the better you take care of yourself; the better you can take care of others whether that’s family or a business.”

Patricia owen, owner of FAces dayspa, said once men get past the initiation phase, spas open a whole new world. “on any given day, up to 30 percent of our clients are men,” owen continued. “once they realize how relaxing it is, they get over the fear of the unknown very quickly.”

Mike covert, owner of covert Aire, said he experienced a paradigm shift from the time he entered FAces to the time he left. “having a facial or a pedicure had never been on my bucket list,” he said. “When i was in the waiting room, i was thinking about all the nagging details of the day: who i needed to e-mail or call when i was done. “during the treatments, i don’t remember the moment when i stopped thinking. if the facial continued any longer—holy moly—i would have been out completely.” covert said every man should do this for good health and good looks. the 275-lb, 6’4” owner of heating and air conditioning business said he grew up in the farmlands of Virginia and remembers the men from his childhood with weathered skin and calloused hands. “i doubt treatments were in their repertoire, however, we have only one life, one body—we get only one shot of making this last.” the woman in covert’s life agrees. “i haven’t seen Mike that relaxed in a very long time,” theresa covert said.

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really is important.” steven hamilton, a project manager for an electronics company, said he got his first manicure about seven years ago when he saw how good his co-worker looked before a black-tie holiday party.

“At first, i said, ‘dude, that is so wrong,’” hamilton said. “then, i got one.” the bluffton resident said the manicure changed the way he felt about himself.

“Just like when you get a haircut, you feel fresher and better. that’s how a manicure feels,” hamilton said. “it also cuts down on yard work ’cause when i look good, i am not going to ruin it by cutting the grass.” hamilton recalls when his wife, dawn and his cousin flew into dallas to visit him on a business trip. “We bought a few bottles of wine and some cheese and crackers and each of us had a manicure and pedicure. it was awesome because i was with my wife and also because it was a bonding experience for the three of us. once you get one, you will always want one.”

As hamilton experienced, FAces dayspa also has many venues for a man and his favorite woman to bond during a relaxing treatment. elizabeth hancock of FAces dayspa says getting dual spa treatments re-focuses the couple on each other versus the demands and details of the day. “As individuals, our daily demands chip away at our attention,” she said. “during and after a couples’ massage or spa treatment, the shared experience gives both of you similar, relaxed mindsets. As a couple, how many times do you both have a peaceful focus on each

other? how wonderful is that?” un-men-tionaBLe no more: tiPS for a man’S firSt SPa exPerienCe • PAMPERING TIME: Arrive 10 minutes before appointment so your full session is about your treatment, not undressing, paperwork, etc.

• THE MORE THE BETTER: if early, use the shower and/or sauna to enhance your spa experience.

• SPEAk UP: if you need special attention in an area (i.e. back, neck) or if the massage pressure is too strong/soft, speak up. the therapist needs your feedback to optimize your satisfaction.

• COMFORT ZONE: Wear what is comfortable for you. Most men are naked or in their underwear for a spa treatment. if you want to wear your socks, go for it!

• QUIET, PLEASE: if you want to talk with your therapist, feel free. being quiet may help you relax. it’s perfectly fine to zone out.

• THE TIPPING POINT: Gratuity is based on your satisfaction. the rule is between 15-20 percent.

• CANCELLATION POLICy: Please call 24 hours in advance to change or cancel your appointment. monDaY niGht SPeCiaL: FAces dayspa offers 15 percent off services for men. combine that with british open Pub’s $5 coupon for FAces’ clients (located next door to FAces) and enjoy a treatment, a drink and a football game. can life get any better?  FACES DaySpa is located at 1000 Wm. Hilton Pkwy. in the Village at Wexford. For appointments and more information, call (843) 785-3075 or visit facesdayspa.com. october 2011

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t’s a few ticks before nine o’clock on a breezy Wednesday evening at the electric Piano, one of hilton head’s most popular musical hangouts. sterlin and shuvette colvin walk in the front door past a sign outside that says “not your typical piano bar” and into the club. they’re the entertainment tonight. sterlin, an accomplished pianist and singer, says a few hellos and sits down at the Yamaha YP365 keyboard. he tickles a few ivories and settles in at the spot that will be his home for the next several hours. dressed in a white vest, black tie and chunky, black-framed glasses, he looks the part of soulful singer and piano player. shuvette, the island’s resident musical diva, sidles up to her perch on a chair behind her husband, lobs a few smiles to familiar faces and loosen up her smoky, soul-cutting pipes with a few vocal exercises.

A few minutes after nine, sterlin scans the crowd and lays down the first few bars of “new York, new York,” the sinatra classic.

Start spreading the news, I am leaving today, I want to be a part of it, New York, New York.

And with that familiar refrain, another fun musical evening on hilton head island has begun. by 9:15, every seat in the house is full, save for a few reserved tables near the club’s front door.

sterlin and shuvette are what you might call musican’s musicians. sterlin attended the the duke ellington school of the Arts in Washington, d.c., a prestigious high school dedicated to arts education that’s launched the careers of dave chappelle, Johnny Gill and Meshell ndegeocello, among others. shuvette, whom travel & Leisure Magazine once referred to as hilton head’s “local diva,” once had some chart success with the r&b group snow in the early ’80s and also played with local favorite rosco.

A sterlin and shuvette show means many things. A trip down memory lane for some, or a chance to hear novel takes on old and new for others. both sterlin and shuvette are charismatic performers, and their entire set at the electric Piano is made up of guests’ requests, making each show unique. A staple of an s&s performance is the fun banter between the artists and patrons, peppered with witty quips, stories, call-and-response and off-the-cuff audience/artist banter.

“You can have the keyboard player if you have enough money,” sterlin later jokes during a between-song guest repartee.

“We would probably describe ourselves as very entertaining r&b duo, a little of old school meets new school,” said sterlin.

“We like to get people dancing, but we stress the entertainment.”

And it’s that lively audience interaction that’s become a calling card of sorts for the talented couple.

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one of the many patrons at electric Piano that late-summer evening. “they play the music i liked to listen to when i was growing up in the ’60s. they bring back a lot of good memories.” sterlin and shuvette begin playing the Gladys Knight classic, “Midnight train to Georgia.” “i love a lot of the people that i’ve met here. We’ve developed some great relationships with our audiences over the years,” sterlin said.

“You guys are the Pips,” he jokes, beaming a wide smile to his approving audience. “their show is unique. it’s unlike anything on the island,” said Kelly nemetz, one of the bar’s co-owners and its nightly cocktail waitress. “they get the whole crowd involved. everyone’s singing along. he [sterlin] literally can remember where every single person in the room is from, and he has a song or joke for every single one. they make you feel like you’re a part of the show when you come in here.”

You know you’ve got a good act when the island’s fellow professional musicians share in the admiration. “sterlin and ’Vette cover all the bases. they can pretty much play and sing anything. it’s always fun when we have a chance to sit in with each other’s act, but it doesn’t happen enough because of our schedules,” said bobby ryder, one of the island’s musical elite who can be found playing regularly with his quartet at the Jazz corner. “he learned from me,” added ryder with tongue in cheek. the electric Piano has hosted sterlin and shuvette for four years now, a treasured luxury for a piano bar in hilton head’s deep (yet capricious) local musical talent pool.

“We don’t just need a piano player here. We need entertainers, someone to interact with the audience and who has a story or a joke to tell,” said nemetz. “it’s very rare to be able to find that type of talent like we have in sterlin and shuvette.” customers agree.

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“Famous Amos [the former William Morris talent agent and cookie kingpin], one of his great lines was ‘Aging wrinkles the skin, but lack of enthusiasm wrinkles the soul.’ so, when you come here and you listen to the ’60s, [they] won’t let you wrinkle your soul,” one loyal patron said.

It’s summertime, and the livin’ is easy.

Fish are jumping and the cotton is high.

Your daddy’s rich and your mama’s good-looking.

Hush, little baby don’t you cry.

Don’t cry, don’t cry, don’t cry.

No, no, no, no.

Don’t cry, don’t cry.  Sterlin and Shuvette play Wednesdays and Saturdays at The Electric Piano at Unit 227, 33 Office Park Road at the Park Plaza shopping center. For more details or to reserve a table, call (843) 785-5397. For more information on Sterlin and Shuvette, please visit their Facebook page at Sterlin and Shuvette.

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You have a home. Actually, more than one. celebrate hilton head recently shifted gears and put pedal to the metal to catch up with two local car clubs to learn more about the timeless beauty of steel, chrome and the open road.

CaroLina DreamerS the carolina dreamers car club started in bluffton in 1992 as a haven for locals with a passion for classic cars. the group hosts regular monthly meetings and gathers frequently for local car shows, cruising outings and “swap meets” where members can exchange parts and ideas and talk shop.

“it’s just a bunch of guys who have a love for automobiles to the point where they felt it was a bonding that they needed to come together and be a part of a club,” said Gary Moulton, the group’s current president, retired chrysler engineer and former drag racer. the group also visits the daytona international speedway for its annual turkey run, a car-lover’s mecca where thousands gather for a four-day event held each year around the thanksgiving holiday. “if you’ve ever seen the movie American Graffiti [a 1973 George Lucas coming-of-age film that chronicled the cruising culture of the post-baby boom generation], that’s exactly what it is,” Moulton said. “it’s absolutely phenomenal at night to just watch cars up and down the boulevards there.”

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Moulton started college as a pre-med major, hoping to become a veterinarian. but soon, the thrill of steel and horsepower led him down a different career path. “somewhere along the line, i determined that i liked cars better than i did dogs and cats, and i switched over to engineering, and went from there,” said Moulton, who has been a dreamers member for five years. “i loved doing it. it wasn’t work—it was pleasure.”

When he moved to the hilton head area a few years back, Moulton noticed an article in a local newspaper and decided to get involved. now, as the group’s president, Moulton admits that he sometimes has to rally fellow members to let their gems occasionally emerge from the dusty safety of the car cover. “the funny thing about it is that there are a ton of cars that people don’t know anything about. And that’s because they sit in garages 365 days a year, which i find is a crime, that you have something like a classic car, but don’t use it,” he said. “that’s what i try to promote within the club. ‘Let’s take these cars out and drive them.’ that’s the purpose of having them in the first place, right?”

LoWCountrY oYSter & motorCar DrivinG SoCietY the Lowcountry oyster & Motorcar driving society (LoMds) started in 1994, inspired by the famous Madison Avenue sports car driving and chowder society in new York city. since chowder, Manhattan or otherwise, didn’t quite speak to Lowcountry roots, the group’s founder suggested “oyster society” as its partial namesake instead. “i am a certifiable car nut. i like car shows, car people, car anything,” said LoMds president don smith. “Antique cars, new cars, you name it. i like them all.” smith is a devout fan of the cars produced by the Morgan Motor company, a british luxury car manufacturer founded in 1910. he bought his first Morgan in 1977 and has owned them ever since. smith enjoys driving his cars, but finding an interesting venue in the Lowcountry, a region known for its flat terrain and heavily-travelled and mostly straight main roads, can be an uphill battle. “it’s been a challenge to find some roads that are particularly scenic,” smith confessed. “Whoever built the new riverside area [situated near the intersection of sc routes 170 and 46] deserves an award. there’s no traffic in that community, it’s four lanes in some areas, and it curves. it’s just a beautiful area to go on a drive.”

Geoff Wheatley, a former LoMds president and its resident scribe, enjoys restoring his vehicles, as it often provides a nostalgic and satisfying trip down memory lane. “that’s the pleasure with restoring—bringing something back to life which otherwise would just disappear,” Wheatley said. “Many of the people in my age group, we remember these cars. i remember cars in the ’50s almost like it was yesterday.”

Wheatley, who was born in oxford, england, owns four classic cars, including a 1934 Arrow (“the only one in the U.s.,” he says), manufactured by Pierce-Arrow, a company known for its luxury automobiles made in the early 20th century. more than CruiSin’ 126

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though members share a common passion for cars, both clubs also take pride in being productive members of the greater Lowcountry community. both groups are heavily involved in local charitable and educational efforts. both are heavily involved each year (including roles as volunteers, competitors and judges) in the hilton head island Motoring Festival and concours d’elegance, to be held this month, october 28-november 6. “if we can use our cars to support local charities, that’s great,” smith said. “it indicates a little bit that we’re not your typical car club. And i hope that means we don’t take ourselves too seriously—that we embrace a role within the community.”

Moulton agrees. “We’re goodwill ambassadors for the automobile, which is an American icon,” he said. “People identify with that, because, at one point in time, everybody remembers when they were a kid and had their first car. We all want to go back to that moment in time and share that thrill with others.”  For more information on Carolina Dreamers Car Club, visit carolinadreamers.org. For more information on the Lowcountry Oyster & Motorcar Driving Society, visit lomds.com. For information on the upcoming Concours D’Elegance, visit hhiconcours.com.

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artiCLe BY franK Dunne, Jr.

MuscLe cars thiS artiCLe iS aBout CarS, But thiS iS fair WarninG; if eLeCtriC CarS, hYBriDS, or thoSe LittLe DeathtraPS that theY LauGhaBLY CaLL Smart CarS are Your thinG, You ShouLD turn the PaGe noW. thiS Won’t intereSt You.

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re they gone? Good. those folks tend to get overly sensitive about stuff like this, so i thought it would be better if we talked without them in the room. i wanted to have this little chat with you because i know exactly what you’re thinking. You see and hear all this stuff on tV and out of Washington about how we’re going to replace all the gas stations with electric outlets yadda, yadda, yadda. they make it sound like everybody’s lining up outside the dealerships clamoring for these so called “green” vehicles.

it makes you want to throw up your arms and scream, “enough already! i’m an American damn it, and i want horsepower! i want torque! i want a V8 engine and rear-wheeldrive! i want big and i want fast! that’s how we do things here!”

Go ahead. try it. Feels good, doesn’t it? Well, i’m here to tell you that it’s okay to feel that way. While the cacophony about electrics, hybrids and all that stuff rages on, an old friend—previously presumed dead—has quietly re-emerged. it’s the muscle car, the hot rod—call it whatever you want—it’s thankfully back on the street.

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Frankly, i thought it was all over when chevy killed the camaro a few years ago. even when the concept drawings surfaced for its then rumored rebirth, i was skeptical that we’d ever see it. but then, there it was, pulling up to the stoplight next to its old rival the Mustang. how could this be happening in this day and age of political correctness, i thought to myself. then a few months ago i had an Aha! moment over lunch with a certain young female acquaintance. At the time, she was shopping around for a new car and said that the charger, camaro and Mustang were at the top of her wish list. charger? camaro? Mustang?

What year is this, 1969 or 2011? sFX: choir of angels.

A revelation. the muscle car never died; it just went into a cocoon until the day it could rise again, better, faster and more beautiful than ever. that day has come. the greenies must be in a tizzy, but what they don’t understand is that a big, brash, fast car is an American birthright. And you don’t mess with an American birthright! think i’m out of line? then how do you explain this? if power, speed and performance are passé, outdated and frivolous, why would cadillac drop a 556 hp supercharged V8 engine in the cts-V coupe? Why does bMW offer a 500 hp version in its 7 series, and why does Lexus boast of “racetrack-worthy acceleration” for its 416 hp is-F model? but, you’re saying, those are high-end, advanced technology luxury models. What’s that got to do with your precious muscle cars? nothing, really, but it goes to show you that the need for speed is alive and well with car buyers.

Another argument you might make is price point. in their heyday, the 1960s, muscle cars were pretty straightforward and simple. the ride was rough, they didn’t handle well, and they were spartan in terms of creature comforts. but they were cheap (so was gas), and pretty much anybody could have one. today, if you want the up-level, highpowered versions of these cars, the camaro ss, Mustang Gt Premium, or challenger srt8 for example, you’re looking at a $35,000-$40,000 sticker. that’s not cheap and nobody would settle for something as unsophisticated as their ancestors at that price. remember what i said earlier, though, about the muscle car emerging from its cocoon better, faster and more beautiful than ever. the contemporary incarnations recall the originals in terms of styling, but they are thoroughly modern vehicles. For example, i remember my last bitchin’ camaro. it wasn’t one of the really old ones, but it was still a far cry from the new ones you see on the road today. sure, it was fast, but it was noisy, the ride was rough, the shifting wasn’t very smooth, and wrestling with oversteer had me 130

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franKLY, i thouGht it WaS aLL over When ChevY KiLLeD the Camaro a feW YearS aGo. even When the ConCePt DraWinGS SurfaCeD for itS then rumoreD reBirth, i WaS SKePtiCaL that We’D ever See it. But then, there it WaS, PuLLinG uP to the StoPLiGht next to itS oLD rivaL the muStanG.

sweating bullets on more than a few occasions. but it didn’t cost anywhere near $35,000. nobody, not even i, would pay that much for that car. hoW-eV-Ah, i recently had occasion to take my friend’s (who declined an interview so we’ll just call him Joe) 2010 camaro ss for a little spin and, ladies and gentlemen, it’s a different world altogether. Mind you, Joe added an aftermarket supercharger to the out-of-the-factory 426 hp engine. so this car is a little hotter than what you’d drive off the dealer lot, but the difference in flat out speed isn’t what’s truly remarkable when comparing the ride to older models. the first thing i noticed was how much more comfortable it is for the driver. the cockpit embraces you more like a sports car—it actually reminded me of sitting in a corvette—and your right arm rests in perfect position to grip the short throw shifter without reaching for it. the back seats, well, that hasn’t changed much. they’re still useless, but hey, it’s a camaro. hit the throttle and, what else can i say? it’s a rocket. i won’t say that the ride is as smooth as a luxury sedan, but i didn’t feel every pebble in the road like in my old one. And it’s quiet enough that Joe and i can carry on a conversation…with the radio on! the steering is nice and tight, and you really feel in control with the huge pedals and big, fat, leather wrapped wheel, which is pretty important when taking curves at speed. Yes, it does that quite well. take all that into account, plus the fact that you can get gizmos like heads-up display, a navigation system, and Usb ports for your iPod, and the price tag starts to make more sense. Although i can’t speak to the other cars mentioned thus far because i haven’t driven them, my research indicates that comparisons to their older brothers are similar. i know i was poking fun earlier, but don’t get me wrong. i’m all for fuel economy and cleaner emissions. if driving a “green” car is your thing, then have at it. but some of us still see the automobile as something more than merely transportation. it’s our history and our culture, and certain cars, like the classic muscle cars, are cultural icons. don’t believe it? see if anybody ever writes a song about the Prius.  october 2011

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artiCLe BY miKe CoDY

does everYone reaLLY

drive a used car?

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verybody drives a used car. For over 10 years now, i have been airing this statement over the local airways, and i am always amazed by the response it receives. For the most part, it has always been a positive response (thank heavens or i might not be in business anymore). but on one occasion when it first aired, a local lady called me and expressed her dissatisfaction with my statement. she informed me that she had just bought a brand new luxury vehicle at a cost of $50,000. that it was and still is a new car. i apologized for offending her, but if she doubted what i claimed, she should go back to the new car dealer and ask what they would offer her to buy it back. Long story short, the dealer told her that since the car had already been registered in her name as a sold vehicle, it was no longer new and, therefore, had a value of $35,000. needless to say, she called and apologized to me! the long and short of it is this: with the economy the way it is, most people are looking for any way possible to save money. if you can afford to lose 30-60 percent of a new car’s value in the first two-three years, go ahead and do it. but if $5,000 to $40,000 means something to you, then be smart and consider a good quality used (pre-owned) car!

Some SimPLe Car BuYinG aDviCe: • Do your homework. the information age has overtaken us; everything you need to know is just a click away. car shoppers spend an average of eight hours on the internet and less than one hour at the dealership. research is key. have an idea of what type of vehicle you want and what you want to spend. take that info and search away. sites such as consumer reports, edmunds, Auto trader and car critic can offer insight into reliability, resale value, cost of repairs, gas mileage, etc.

• Determine what you can afford. Are you paying cash or will you need to finance? if it is cash, you already know how much you have to spend. if you are financing, do yourself a favor and get a personal credit report. Websites for this would be equifax, transunion or experian. All are bank-approved reports. it will cost a small fee, but it is invaluable to know your credit history and, most important, your beacon score. that score will determine the cost of interest you will be charged by the bank. the better the score, the lower the interest rate. the typical interest rate charged with a good beacon score can fluctuate between 3-7 percent. Factors such as down payment and year of vehicle play into this as well. typically a $10,000 loan with a 60-month term will be approximately $200/month. For every additional $5,000, the payment will increase about $100/month.

• Consider the lifecycle of the vehicle. if you purchase a car that is three years old with 45,000 miles and you would typically drive 30,000 or more a year, you may not want to finance it for 60 months. cars typically have a good lifecycle up to 150,000 miles if maintained properly. be smart. it is your loan and your credit that will suffer if anything pops up that you cannot afford. here’s what i learned my first day of college 32 years ago: “if you think education is expensive, try ignorance.” be a smart buyer and educate yourself. You will be glad you did.

Please remember to support our local economy by purchasing locally. And don’t forget to go to the concours d’elegance; these automobiles are truly pieces of art. thanks for reading, and remember: “everybody drives a used car.”  Mike Cody is the founder of Lowcountry Motors, located at 1 Bluffton Rd. For more information, call (843) 815-5100 or visit lowcountrymotors.com.

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Car SeCtion

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ased on the number of fresh models being introduced this year, the demand for energyefficient cars appears to be reaching new heights. hybrids-which are powered alternately by gasoline and battery - have steadily gained traction over the years. And, more recently, cars which are strictly or primarily electric – running on batteries and recharged rather than refueled – are coming to the market.

Given their influx popularity, perhaps you’re wondering if now is the right time for you to invest in a more energyefficient car. the answer may depend on two factors: • Your driving habits and the current and anticipated price of gasoline; and • Your desire to be an “early adopter” and make a personal environmental statement by owning a hybrid or electric vehicle.

Another factor when considering an electric or hybrid alternative is how it fits your driving habits. For instance, some of the new electric-only vehicles will be most cost-effective for those who use it for limited driving, such as round-trip commutes of 10 miles or less. Another new offering can handle up to 40 miles on a full battery charge before the gas-powered engine takes over.

At this time, the ability to charge an electric car away from home is limited. some states and cities are beginning to set up public charging stations, but until those are in place, it may be impractical to drive these cars far from home.

Gas prices are another hard-to-quantify factor that may affect the cost-effectiveness of electric and hybrid vehicles. in the short-term, energy prices are unpredictable; however, the general sense is that over time, gasoline is likely to become more expensive. should this hold true, it could bode well for energy-efficient cars.

the finanCiaL eQuation As is often the case with innovative technology, electric cars tend to come with a steeper price tag than their gaspowered counterparts. With production occurring on a more limited scale, prices will likely stay higher for electric cars in the near term, just as has been the case for many hybrids.

Part of the higher upfront cost may be offset by federal tax credits of as much as $7,500. beyond that, the financial calculation is based on whether the amount of driving done (and the resulting savings on gas) will overcome the extra upfront cost.

JoininG the CuttinG eDGe Like other new technologies, the appeal of electric cars is, in part, the ability to have the latest and greatest thing. even if it may not make as much sense from an economic perspective, for some, having the chance to be on the forefront of what might be the next revolution in cars is a selling point. over time, if gas prices trend higher and electric vehicles prove to be an effective alternative, more cars will be produced and brought to the market, resulting in more competition and probably, the ability to purchase a fuel-efficient vehicle at a more favorable upfront cost. 

John Rush, CRPC, Financial Advisor, Ameriprise Financial, Inc., 1533 Fording Island Road, Suite 328, Hilton Head, SC 29926, Phone – 843.837.1220. John Rush is licensed/registered to do business with U.S. residents only in the states of AZ, AL, FL, GA, IL, MN, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OH, PA, SC, TX, VA, AND WI. Brokerage, investment and financial advisory services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC. Some products and services may not be available in all jurisdictions or to all clients.

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the PuBlic SPoke & We liSteneD! imProvementS to commerciAl conStruction Permitting With the public’s assistance, the town of hilton head island is simplifying the commercial permitting process based on Work simplification Principles: listening to the customers, simplifying the process, and changing to a single accountability. drs. terry ennis and bob Gentzler volunteered to lead staff through this major ‘mapping’ effort.

Common GoaLS for imProvement inCLuDe: • Project advocate--creating a single point of contact for an applicant instead of dealing with several staff at once; • Predictability—reducing appearances before boards and changing zoning to allow broader land uses; • flexibility—creating an attitude of ‘how to make the project work’ instead of just comparing the project with the law for compliance; • minimizing code interpretation subjectivity—resolving conflicts with the codes prior to meeting with the applicant; • Streamlined process—reducing redundancies, hand-offs, and number of forms; making the project a priority; and reducing review times; • user-friendly—writing the code for easier understanding; improving early education of process to applicant; and • Computerizing the process.

Inspections Building Plan Review Pre-­‐

Application Meeting

Project Manager Introduction & Discussion

Revisions by Applicant

Approval

Construction

Certificate of Occupancy

Site Plan

Review Board Review & Decision

StePS: 1. formation of Core team. Four staff members were assigned to work with drs. ennis and Gentzler.

2. mapping the “as is” Process. the team ‘mapped’ the existing process from the first moment an inquiry is made by an applicant, through permitting, construction and obtaining a certificate of occupancy. this was done with Post-its on rolls of large paper and verified by numerous staff who actually processed these applications.

3. Stakeholder interviews. over 60 people were shown the “flowchart” and asked about their recent experience with the process. these stakeholders had various types of experience with the process, ranging from board members, council members, landscape architects, architects, contractors, lawyers, property owners, PoA managers, and utility company managers. their comments were instructive and considered during re-design.

4. re-Design. the team revised the process, creating a new, much simpler flowchart. stakeholders were consulted to ensure the new process would work for them.

5. future changes. the revised process will continue to improve through constant monitoring, customer surveys, future LMo re-writing, better public education, and improved computer interaction.

With this easier process, there will be time and cost savings to the applicant; common goals among town staff and the applicant; and better communication, understanding, and encouragement for redevelopment of our unique island. 

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unifieD DeveloPment orDinAnce (uDo) For the past 18 months, town staff led a comprehensive rewrite of the current Unified ordinance to draft the town of bluffton Unified development ordinance (Udo). the Udo is intended to unify the subdivision, land use, and development/design regulations into a single set of integrated, updated, and streamlined standards. as directed by town council, the uDo offers the following: • develops a framework for growth throughout the town of bluffton that promotes economic development, generating a strong sense of place while including a variety of land use techniques for watershed and environmental protection; • implements the town of bluffton comprehensive plan; • includes cost-effective infrastructure development strategies; • establishes an updated approach to watershed protection; • complies with applicable state laws; and • Provides clarity and streamlines the application review process, thereby improving customer service and creating staff efficiencies. the Udo has been created with the input of hundreds.

Public participation began on May 12, 2010, with a 6-day charrette, which provided an opportunity for interested parties to voice opinions and make suggestions for improving the physical development and appearance of our community. based upon the input provided, the town and consultants began drafting the Udo. beginning on February 22, 2011, the town began public review of the draft Udo through a series of 10 town council/planning commission public workshops to review, discuss, and gather input on each article. the last workshop occurred on August 2, 2011. the formal adoption process began on August 24, 2011, with a public hearing before the planning commission, where it was recommended that town council approve the proposed Udo. town council held a public hearing and first reading of the ordinance to adopt the Udo at the september council meeting, followed by a public hearing and second and final reading in october.

A complete summary of the Udo adoption process, reports, workshop comments, frequently asked questions, and a copy of the Udo adoption draft and official zoning map can be found on the Unified ordinance overhaul link on the home page of the town website, townofbluffton.com.  october 2011

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