Local Life Magazine August 2018

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PUBLISHER Lori Goodridge-Cribb (Local since 1986) lori.goodridge@wearelocallife.com 843-802-2258, ext. 100

“Cookbooks and recipes. Many memories are based on great food dishes!”

- LORI

“Refrigerator magnets to embrace the kitschiness of travel and to honor all of the random places I’ve roamed.”

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Lance Hanlin (Local since 2007) lance.hanlin@wearelocallife.com 843-802-2258, ext. 101

- LANCE

“John Deere toy tractors. My uncles would buy these as gifts, and before I knew they had value, I had a pretty nice collection.”

ART DIRECTOR Jeremy Swartz (Local since 2003) jeremy.swartz@wearelocallife.com 843-802-2258, ext. 102

“Lunchboxes mostly. It started as a way to keep and store art supplies, but quickly became a pop culture study.”

DESIGNER Charles Grace (Local since 1997) charles.grace@wearelocallife.com 843-802-2258, ext. 102

“Containers. Because they appease my OCD tendencies.”

VP MARKETING AND STRATEGY Laurie Laykish (Local since 2007) laurie.laykish@wearelocallife.com 867-5309

“Q’s! I picked up the nickname Q years ago, and I’ve been collecting Q’s ever since.”

SOCIAL MEDIA Allison Cusick (Local since 2016) allison.cusick@wearelocallife.com 843-802-2258, ext. 103

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“Driftwood. It’s beautiful. It tells a story.

Each piece is unique. And it gives me the perfect excuse to walk the beach.”

PHOTO EDITOR Lisa Staff (Local since 2003) lisastaff@hargray.com

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PHOTOGRAPHERS Arno Dimmling Emory Hall Michael Hrizuk Wayne C. Moore

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CONTRIBUTORS Roxanne Gilleland Hilary Kraus MariaNoël Brandon McKinley Mackenzie Taber Jean Meaney Wheatly

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Cool & Collected

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People collect many types of things for many reasons. Sociologists have theorized that collecting can provide the same kind of rush as winning a sporting competition, especially during the thrill of the hunt.

RUNNIN' WITH THE DEVIL The four original members of Van Halen signed this Jay Turser Stratocaster, owned by local attorney Jonathan Taber.

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Pick Action

Jonathan Taber has memories attached to his 10 guitars

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A Tiny Obsession

Kitty Ware has an impressive collection of miniatures

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Beyond the Pail

Lunchboxes preserve the past for Charles Grace

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For the Birds

Dick McIntyre has a real love affair with duck decoys

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Cookie Jar Monster Sandra Zajac has collected cookie jars since 1980

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Man and Machine

A look inside Bob Gregory’s epic man cave

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On the Vine

Three Palmetto Bluff wine experts share tips and advice

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The Art of Collecting Local galleries share ways to collect art like a pro

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I have collected recipes from my mother and grandmothers that are near and dear to my heart. If there are stains on the page, then you know it is a great recipe!

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Contributors

Meet the writers and photographers behind this issue

Coast to Coast

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Set on a breathtaking lot over Port Royal Plantation marshes, this stunning home bridges the gap between East Coast and West Coast.

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Business

Six cool ways to cool off on a hot Lowcountry afternoon

Tips and advice from a successful businessman

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Faces

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Wellness

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Shopping

His and hers accessories from local businesses

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Eats

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Destinations

Welcome to Baltimore, Hon: Discover Charm City's best

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Culture

Honoring collectors of planes, trains and automobiles

Tips for exercising safely outdoors in the summer heat

The dish on the area’s best homemade ice cream

Mark Larkin goes off the beaten path to Sandy Roads

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Celebrity

Q&A with singer/songwriter and guitarist Trevor Hall

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Style

Fun and fashionable warmweather friendly outfits

Outdoors

Information you need for a perfect summer beach day

Happenings

Festivals and events happening around area

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Real estate

Stunning million dollar homes on the local marketplace

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Porchin'

Relax on Leisa and Peter Cram's Colleton River porch

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Coins. Comic books. Jewelry. Sports memorabilia. These are just a few of the many different items you could collect.

When we decided August would be our “Collectors” issue, I stopped to think if I collect anything. It turns out that I do, and my love for collecting started at a young age. Growing up, my parents would take us on summer vacations. I started collecting souvenir silver spoons, and believe it or not, I also liked to collect menus from INGREDIENTS all the different restaurants we visited.

1/2 cup sugar Once I was married, I ditched the spoons and menus and began 1 teaspoon salt collecting cookbooks and recipes. I have collected recipes from 5 egg yolks my mother and grandmothers that are near and dear to my heart 1/2 teaspoon vanilla because many of my fondest memories center around food. To 2 tablespoon melted bitter chocolate 5 stiffly beaten egg whites this day, I am always on the lookout for a new recipe or cookbook to add to my collection. Pinterest and Tasty are great, but a good oldDIRECTIONS Beat 1/4 cup sugar fashioned cookbook is the best. And if there are stains on the page, with yolks until very thick, add chocolate, salt and vanilla; then add then you know it is a great recipe! remaining sugar to stiffly beaten egg In this issue we showcase many interesting collectors and whites and fold in chocolate mixture. collections — from hard-to-find lunch boxes (pg. 76) to a barn full Bake in 11x17 pan, lined with heavy of Corvettes (pg. 48). Other highlights include airplanes (pg. 38), wax paper in oven at 375 degrees BOOK KEEPER Publisher Lori Goodridge-Cribb trains (pg. 44), guitars (pg. 72), miniatures (pg. 74), duck decoys (pg. for 15 minutes. When cool, turn over with a few cookbooks from her collection. on a damp towel and spread with 78) vintage cookie jars (pg. 80) and more. vanilla ice cream and roll. Serve with If you have an interesting collection, we would love to see it. Send a photo of your chocolate sauce. prized possessions to me or a member of our team (pg. 8). If you don’t have any collections, it’s never too late to start.

In addition to all of the collectors and collections, this issue also includes a healthy dose of summer fun. We identify the coolest places to cool off (pg. 20), ways to avoid overheating while exercising (pg. 56) and check in with the ice cream masters of the Lowcountry (pg. 94).

Our featured food this month is corn. Fresh, sweet corn is one of my favorite things about summer. And while I totally appreciate corn on the cob when it's simply steamed or grilled, there are so many more ways you can work with corn when it’s at its peak.

So you can make the most of your ears this season, we’ve collected tasty and - WALTER BENJAMIN easy-to-make recipes with corn from some of the area’s best restaurants (pg.

26). We also dive into the finer points of soul food with Tim Singleton at Ruby Lee’s South (pg. 98), introduce a cool new cocktail from the team at Rollers (pg.

116) and serve up the latest news and notes from the Lowcountry restaurant scene (pg. 104).

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER We feel it’s an issue worth collecting and hope you feel the same way. I hope you Our friends at the Hilton Head Humane If you would like to make the most of this wonderful summer!

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“Every passion borders on the chaotic, but the collector's passion borders on the chaos of memories.”

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quarters recently for their fun “Where’s The Wag Wednesday” contest. Pictured from left are Laura Tipton (holding Papito), Lori Goodridge-Cribb and Franny Gerthoffer.

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MEET OUR WRITERS + PHOTOGRAPHERS + PEOPLE BEHIND THE SCENES Mackenzie Taber Intern

OTHER CREDS: A junior at Clemson majoring in graphic communications. I have also sold one sticker on RedBubble.

FOR THIS ISSUE: Contributing writer/designer.

HOMETOWN: I’m from western New York.

Brooke Wallace Makeup artist

HOMETOWN: Nashville, Tenn.

CURRENT HOME: Savannah FAVORITE SUMMER MEMORY: The summer I moved to Savannah about seven years ago was probably the best I have ever had.

I reconnected with my family and met my future husband, marrying two years later. . Since then, we have built an awesome life together with two little ones and many more memories to go.

WHAT DO YOU COLLECT? My birthday cards, Christmas cards, or whatever. I still have some from when I was a kid. I know I won't ever read all of them, but I can't just throw them away.

CURRENT HOME: Hilton Head, but only for another six weeks. Then I’m going back to TigerTown!

FAVORITE SUMMER MEMORY: A couple years ago I got pulled over on U.S. 278 for speeding but they gave me a warning and not a ticket.

That’s a good memory, right?

WHAT DO YOU COLLECT? Pineapples (inedible).

WHAT IS YOUR PRIZED PIECE? Matching Pineapple lamps. They’re really not anything special (they’re from HomeGoods) but I think at that point it went from “pineapples are cute” to “I have about 40 pineapple things.” Also, I love lamps.

WHY DO YOU COLLECT THEM? Pineapples are the Southern symbol for hospitality, which has something to do with it. The fruit tastes good and they also are fun and cute to look at.

WHAT IS YOUR PRIZED PIECE? I have one from my dad from when I was 3 that is special to me because I'm a daddy's girl. Also, one from my grandpa, who passed away just couple years ago whom I was extremely close to.

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OTHER CREDS: Having four children and living to tell the tale.

FOR THIS ISSUE: Photographed local collectors, fashion shoot and went Porchin’ in Colleton River.

HOMETOWN: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, Arctic Circle …. can I hear a “hollah?”

CURRENT HOME: Hilton Head Island FAVORITE SUMMER MEMORY: Coming to Hilton Head with my family 15 years ago on vacation and deciding to make this slice of heaven our new home.

WHAT DO YOU COLLECT? Driftwood WHAT IS YOUR PRIZED PIECE? All of them. And they are all displayed and given their time to shine.

WHY DO YOU COLLECT IT? It’s beautiful. It tells a story. Each piece is unique. And it gives me the perfect excuse to walk the beach.

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OTHER CREDS: Bridal assistant at Beth Baldwin Weddings, representative/stylist at Worth New York and W by Worth and partner at "shop!" the boutique. FOR THIS ISSUE: Selected clothes and styled models for fashion shoot. HOMETOWN: Shreveport, La. CURRENT HOME: Hilton Head Island FAVORITE SUMMER MEMORY: Waking up before dawn at the lake and manually pushing the boat off the bank so not to wake any other boaters. I loved getting the first few runs in on the slick glass water before the lake filled with hundreds of boaters, partygoers and skiers. WHAT DO YOU COLLECT? Lady Diana, Princess of Wales, memorabilia. I have an extensive Lady Diana stamp collection, magazines, books and newspaper articles. They fill several bins. WHAT IS YOUR PRIZED PIECE? A Lady Diana punch-out paper doll book for so many reasons and it was a gift from a dear friend, Rita. WHY DO YOU COLLECT THEM? Lady Diana was the true princess of my era.

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News around town Palmetto Dunes hires WTA and ATP Tour coach Mike Newell, former coach of Amanda Coetzer. ... Spring Island's Tony Mills wins a Southeast EMMY for his show Coastal Kingdom.

Watch a trailer for the pilot episode of Gerri Wilson's cooking show online. Read about her new cookbook, "Gigi Style: Fun & Simple Gourmet" on page 104.

Watch photographer Lisa Staff chase down a plane for a photo shoot online, then see how it turned out on page 38.

ALL ABOARD

August 1 is still classified as summer. Life coach Susan Sewell suggests savoring the last few days of it. Soon, it will be time to set alarm clocks and study for exams, but not today. Whether it’s back to school or something else, it is easy to lose focus while marking things off a list. Today, let's try something new. Let's knock out our to-do list early and still save time for fun!

About the Cover

The cover features a 25th anniversary edition Paul Reed Smith Custom 24 electric guitar, one of 10 guitars owned by local attorney Jonathan Taber.

The guitar is a “10” top, meeting the maker's highest standards for beauty and consistency. It has several unique features, including gold hardware, birds of prey mother of pearl inlays and a pearl inlaid eagle on the headstock, which is unusual for the model. “You would be hard pressed to find any player who wouldn’t love it,” Taber said. The image was captured by photographer Lloyd Wainscott. .

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Living Local is a new video series hosted by local interior decorator Debi Lynes that will inform viewers about tips to improve their homes and the way they live.

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Rise above it

GET HIGH (IN THE SKY) Get a bird’s eye view of Hilton Head, Daufuskie, Bluffton and the massive amount of water that surrounds our paradise by soaring 500 feet in the air on a parasailing adventure. The temperature drops a few degrees up there, and the only sound you’ll hear is the cool ocean breeze. The top-rated parasailing businesses on Yelp are Island Head Watersports, H2O Sports, Sky Pirate Parasail and Island Water Sports.

They all charge between $75 and $80 for around an hour on the boat and 10 minutes in the sky. You can see up to 25 miles on a clear day.

6 cool ways to cool off

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August is certainly a hot time to be in the Lowcountry. Daytime temperatures average between 87 and 90 degrees, plus, it’s the most humid month of the year. Luckily, there are several cool ways to beat the oppressive heat. Want to get outside and enjoy a few moments away from your AC vent without sweating through your shorts? Here are a few suggestions.

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Beat the heat

GO JUMP IN THE OCEAN Going to the beach is always a great option on a hot and humid August afternoon. All 12 miles of Hilton Head’s beautiful beaches are open to the public from the ocean to the high water mark. Official swimming areas have been designated for the Alder, Coligny, Driessen, Folly Field and Islanders beaches. Property owners should consider a $30 beach parking pass, which grants access to prime parking at Islanders and Driessen beaches. Just watch for red or yellow flags at the lifeguard stands. Dangerous currents and jellyfish can be an issue in August.

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Seek shelter

CHECK INTO A HOTEL OR RESORT One of the best aspects of having friends and family in town is gaining pool access to the hotel or resort they are staying at. The Marriott, The Inn at Harbor Town, Montage Palmetto Bluff, The Westin, Omni, Sonesta Resort … too many amazing pools and splash pads to list. If you are with kids, it’s hard to beat Bleu’s Lagoon at Marriott’s Barony Beach Club, which features a fast and fun covered waterslide. Another awesome waterslide is at The Big Dipper Swimming Hole at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort.

BRAS Chen Qingzu (Sanya, China) uses his collection of 5,000 bras to raise awareness for breast cancer.

Now that’s a hobby many can support.

ODD COLLECTIONS People collect the weirdest things. Here are a few items you should consider collecting (if you are a total weirdo):

SICK BAGS Niek Vermeulen (Wormerveer, Netherlands) is the proud owner of 6,290 vomit bags from 1,191 different airlines. We’re assuming all are unused.

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BEFRIEND A PROPERTY OWNER Some of the gated communities of Hilton Head Island and Bluffton feature waterpark quality swimming pools open to residents and their invited guests. Hilton Head’s finest is the Spring Lake pool inside of Hilton Head Plantation. It features zero-depth entry, a lazy river, a splash pad, cabanas and bathhouses with showers. The best community pool in Bluffton is Adventure Lagoon at Hampton Lake. The resort-style pool features a lazy river, a splash pad, a lakefront sandy beach and an adults-only pool with shaded cabanas. You can’t go wrong with any of the pools inside of the gated communities.

TRAFFIC CONES David Morgan (Burford, U.K.) has a collection of 500 different traffic cones, a haul that puts even student drivers to shame.

HAIR John Reznikoff (Fairfield, Conn.) has the world’s largest and most valuable collection of human hair. Highlights include Abraham Lincoln, Albert Einstein and Marilyn Monroe. And that’s just a little off the top.

DO NOT DISTURB SIGNS Jean-François Vernetti (Bern, Switzerland) has a collection of 11,111 “Do Not Disturb” signs from hotels. He often changes hotels during his trips just to get more signs for his collection. A tad disturbing.

Splash around

HAVE FUN IN A FOUNTAIN You don’t have to walk all the way to the ocean to cool off at Coligny Beach Park. The entrance at 1 North Forest Beach features an interactive fountain with 26 synchronized jets. Many children seem to enjoy the fountain more than swimming in the ocean. You also see kids playing in the fountain at Shelter Cove Community Park, but we’re not sure that’s legal. Outof-town fountain fun can be had at Ellis Square in Savannah and Pineapple Fountain in Charleston.

Create your own breeze

RUN THE RIVER WAVES Get your adrenaline pumping by renting a jet ski or wave runner and gliding across the glistening waters of the Lowcountry. The top-rated rental companies on Yelp are Sea Monkeys Watersports ($100 per hour) on the north end and H20 Sports ($120 per hour) on the south end. For a smooth ride, cruise the May River, Broad Creek or Skull Creek. Calibogue Sound is a bit rougher but there are no speed-killing “no wake” zones.

COLLECTABLE 45s

For people of a certain age, seven-inch 45 rpm vinyl records are what music was, and is, all about. There’s just something cool about them — the larger holes, the smaller size, the ritual of flipping them from one side to the other.

Here is list of collectable 45s along with the prices they have fetched at auction. Find this and other LOCAL Life playlists by searching for locallifetunes on Spotify.

“My Happiness” Elvis Presley ($300,000) “Stack O’ Lee Blues" Long Cleve Reed and Little Harvey Hill ($50,000) “Do I Love You” Frank Wilson ($37,000) “My Bonnie” Tony Sheridan and the Beat Brothers ($15,000) “Wipe Out” The Surfaris ($12,000) “God Save the Queen” Sex Pistols ($10,000) “Rockin Chair Blues” Harmonica Frank ($8,000) “Spirit In The Night” Bruce Springsteen ($500) “Dust My Broom” Elmore James ($600) “It Would Be So Nice” Pink Floyd ($600) “I Miss You So” The Orioles ($595) “Let There Be Rock” AC/DC ($370)

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Visit us at our new location: 40 Calhoun Street, Suite 201, Old Town Bluffton

The Red Piano Art Gallery 40 Calhoun Street • Suite 201 • Old Town Bluffton 843.842.4433 • redpianoartgallery.com

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MARIO KART 64 CARTRIDGE Mario Kart is a Nintendo fan favorite and has been a feature on every game system since the NES. Now you can sell your Mario Kart 64 for about $75 if it’s in good shape.

SONY WALKMAN TPS-L2 Back in the age of “buying music,” these were pretty popular. Now collectors are willing to spend $1,200 for models still in pristine condition. The rest of us are willing to spend $10 a month for Spotify Premium.

LITTLE SAMSON FOR NES Little Samson is a story game originally released in 1992 for the NES system. It was a huge hit at the time, and now the original cartridges can go for more than $1,500.

APPLE WATCH Long before the Apple Watch, there were Apple Watches, which are just regular watches, but with an Apple logo. Much like any other product with an Apple logo, today these go for anywhere between $100 to $2,000, depending on the design and condition of the watch.

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In with the old tech Normally we recommend the hottest tech on the market, but with this being our “Collectors” issue, we wanted to let you in on some older technology you may want to hang onto.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST BLACK DIAMOND EDITION VHS TAPE The Disney VHS tapes with the black diamond are all worth the most, but especially “Beauty and the Beast.” Although most of us don’t have a way to view VHS tapes anymore, black-diamond editions can go anywhere from $50 and up.

APF IMAGINATION MACHINE These are so rare that it’s hard to know how much one would be worth today, but when they were released they were $700 a pop.

EARTHBOUND FOR THE SUPER NINTENDO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM While you can buy reproductions of this game for pretty cheap (around $12), the originals go for around $300 on eBay. Or, people are trying to sell originals on eBay for around $300.

VINTAGE MOTOROLA DYNATAC 8000-SERIES These old brick phones don’t even have to be fully functioning, but you can sell them online for more than $400.

COMMODORE PET 2001 It’s a little hard to believe someone might have one of these dinosaurs just lying around their house, but they’re worth between $100-$500.

NEW OPPORTUNITIES IN CHARITABLE GIVING We know you don’t give to charity because you’ll get a tax break. You give because you care about making a difference and you want to see our community flourish.

But getting help with your taxes certainly doesn’t hurt.

There’s a lot of buzz right now about the impact the new tax law will have on the financial benefits of charitable giving.

What you may not know is there are ways you can continue giving to causes you care about and get tax benefits, too. IRA rollovers and charitable gift annuities are just two examples, and two of the many giving vehicles available at Community Foundation of the Lowcountry.

We know you want to make a positive impact on your community. Let us show you how you can do this while optimizing your tax situation.

Call us to learn more.

843.681.9100 cf-lowcountry.org

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Fresh corn is one of our favorite things about summer. And while we appreciate corn on the cob when it's simply steamed or grilled, there is so much more you can do with it. We reached out to a few local restaurants for suggestions on getting the most out of corn this season. Here are a few creative recipes, both on and off the cob. Find more recipes online at LocalLifeSC.com.

WEXFORD PLANTATION

White Corn, Chanterelle and Vegetable Quiche INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tablespoons shallots, minced 1 cup fresh white corn 1/2 cup Chanterelle mushrooms 1/2 cup heirloom cherry tomatoes, diced 1/2 cup zucchini, diced 1/2 cup sautéed spinach 3 tablespoons basil, chopped 3/4 cup fresh mozzarella, diced Kosher Salt and Black Pepper to taste 4 whole eggs plus 1 egg yolk 1 cup heavy cream

DIRECTIONS [1] Heat a large sauté pan on medium high heat and cook shallots in oil and butter and a pinch of salt and pepper until just softened.

[2] Add Chanterelles and another pinch of salt.

Cook 4 minutes, stirring frequently. [3] Add zucchini, corn and tomatoes and sauté for 4-5 minutes until tomatoes have slightly broken down.

[4] Add cooked spinach. Taste for seasoning and remove from heat once spinach is warm. [5] Cool for 10 minutes, add basil and fresh mozzarella.

Re-season if needed. Vegetables should be slightly over-seasoned at this point. [6] In a separate bowl whisk eggs and heavy cream until well combined.

[7] Place vegetable mixture in a prepared chilled pie crust, either store-bought or homemade.

[8] Pour egg mixture on top, moving vegetables as needed to mix vegetables and egg mixture. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. [9] Turn down heat to 325 and bake 20-25 mins more until quiche is set. [10] Let rest for 20 minutes. Serve with mixed green salad for a simple summer brunch or lunch.

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Street Corn

INGREDIENTS 1 cup mayonnaise 1 cup crumbled Cotija or feta cheese 2 teaspoons ancho or Guajillo chile powder 1 medium clove garlic, minced 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped 4 ears corn, shucked 1 lime, cut into wedges

DIRECTIONS [1] Light charcoal and allow to preheat for 5 minutes. Clean and oil grilling grate.

[2] While coals heat, combine mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of chili powder and garlic in a bowl. Stir and set aside. [3] When grill is hot, place corn directly over hot side of grill and cook, rotating occasionally, until cooked through and charred in spots on all sides, about 8 minutes total. [4] With a brush or butter knife, spread mayonnaise on corn. Sprinkle with cheese and chili powder. [5] Finish with squeezed lime and cilantro. Serve immediately.

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• Avoid ears with tiny brown holes in the husk. Those are wormholes.

• Only select corn with silky tassels. If the tassel is dry or black, it’s old corn.

• Only select corn with bright green husks, tightly wrapped against the cob.

• Fresh corn will feel slightly damp.

• Feel through the husk. The kernels should be swollen and distinct.

•R efrigerate corn still in its husks.

• Keep it away from other strong-scented foods as it will absorb odors.

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Blackened Scallops with Corn Salsa INGREDIENTS 2 cups roasted corn 1 cup black beans 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped 1 tablespoon scallions, diced 1 jalapeño, diced with seeds removed 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1 diced red pepper 2 pounds scallops Blackened seasoning Chipotle mayonnaise

DIRECTIONS [1] Coat scallops with blackened seasoning and grill on each side for 2 minutes. [2] Combine corn, beans, cilantro, scallions, jalapeño, garlic salt and red pepper. [3] Spoon mixture on top of scallops and drizzle with chipotle mayonnaise.

HEALTHY HABIT

Corn Succotash

INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 3 cups yellow corn kernels 1 cup lima beans, precooked 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small shallot, minced 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped

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uilding our home was a huge undertaking; designing both the exterior and the interior was surprisingly, an absolute pleasure thanks to the expertise of Denise Stringer. In my experience, Denise is a very gifted designer who takes the time to listen and get to know her clients.

She has exceptional talent and exquisite taste, and gave us the guidance to create what we feel is our perfect French Country home. Denise provided insight and suggestions in a timely manner; when solutions were needed, she was incredibly resourceful, and was always mindful of our budget.

Denise is patient, never rushed, and has the ability to educate in a kind and sensitive manner. My wish was to combine some of my personal treasures and effects with newer ones that would reflect our personal taste. Denise fulfilled my wish; she has the ability to merge warmth with elegance, creating a home that is unique to us, and welcoming to all who visit. Denise does not simply design interiors; she creates beautiful homes and builds trusting relationships that will last a lifetime.”

—Dr. Virginia Herrmann

To view more of Denise’s work visit her website DeniseStringerInteriorDesign.com.

DIRECTIONS [1] Heat oil in a large non-stick pan (cast iron works best). [2] Add minced garlic and shallots and stir constantly to prevent from burning. Season with kosher salt and ground black pepper. [3] Add in tomatoes and corn, cook until tomatoes are tender. [4] Remove from heat and toss in precooked lima beans. [5] Fold in all chopped herbs with additional seasoning of salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, warm or room temperature.

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Collector or hoarder?

Do you own your stuff or does your stuff own you?

Sadly, if your belongings control you, you might be a hoarder.

Here’s a quick checklist to find out if you qualify.

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You keep a tangled mess of outdated wires, cables and chargers. If you’re still holding onto DVI, VGA, S-Video and coaxial cables, and still feel the need to keep that charger from the answering machine that stopped working in the ‘90s, you should probably get some help.

You still have a collection of cassette and VHS tapes.

Betamax and vinyl are OK. Hopefully, you saved a Betamax player and turnstile.

At least 25 percent of your cupboard is filled with plastic bags. Yet, you still buy Ziplocs on a regular basis.

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You are holding on to at least three phones you never plan to use again. Trust us, eBay is not calling for them.

You have a kitchen drawer full of condiment packets from fast food restaurants.

Salt, ketchup, pepper, mustard, hot sauce, parmesan cheese, soy sauce — all individually wrapped. This isn’t The Great Depression. Just buy the full size bottles like a normal person.

You have a stack of old newspapers you will never get around to reading. Past issues of LOCAL Life are OK.

You stockpile the tiny bars of soap and little bottles of lotion and hair products from hotels. And the sad part is you don’t even like the products.

You are unable to part ways with stuffed toys. Keeping one or two pals from childhood is cute, especially if they’re missing a button or a limb. But if you have multiple storage containers packed with Beanie Babies, Barbies and Cabbage Patch Kids, all with little to no sentimental connection, you may have a problem.

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You own more than 50 T-shirts that you never wear. Sports shirts and concert shirts are acceptable. Many of those have fond memories attached. A stockpile of those uncomfortable shirts you get for free is not acceptable. If it hasn't been worn in a year, it needs to go.

You keep tickets from random concerts, films and sporting events. Unless it’s a ticket stub from the Beatles concert in the U.S., they’re pretty much worthless.

Each time you walk out of your bank, you have a handful of free pens. And when you last checked, the ink has dried up on all of them.

Your Tupperware cupboard looks like a plastic factory explosion. How can none of those lids match?

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Justice in Search of Leaders: A Handbook for Equity-Driven School Leadership

Today’s political climate is indicative of the need for strong leadership that begins on an educational level. Local author and diversity expert Gloria Graves Holmes, USCB adjunct and professor emerita from Quinnipiac University, recently published a textbook to arm educators with the tools necessary to challenge stereotypes and provoke thought toward positive change from academic policy to the classroom.

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“Justice in Search of Leaders: A Handbook for EquityDriven School Leadership” is a guide for educators who are committed to equity-driven teaching, leading and policy-making.

The book includes a frank discussion of race, racism, social dominance and implicit bias and encourages both objective and subjective analyses of how they infect school practice.

There is also a critique of whiteness as a socio-political concept as it relates to power and privilege, and as a demographic reality as it relates to institutional discrimination in schools. The book is not a critique of white people, and it is important that readers make that distinction. Justice in Search of Leaders: A Handbook for Equity-Driven School Leadership is available now on Amazon.com.

All The Cardinal’s Men And a Few Good Nuns: A Hospital Story 20 Years in the Making Hilton Head Island author Ted Druhot’s book is fiction but represents the difficulty that many not-for-profit volunteer groups and hospitals experienced as health care became a prominent part of the nation’s economy and transformed from a church-sponsored ministry to a highly competitive industry.

Religious organizations such as Catholic Orders of Women have retreated from high intensity medical and surgical services to far less intensive care services to serve the aged, chronically ill, addicted and economically depressed.

The primary character of the novel is a young man addicted to drugs and alcohol who becomes a patient in a Catholic hospital that is going through the difficult transition of mission and fiscal crisis. In addition to his own trauma, he experiences the stress evident among his caregivers. Eventually, he benefits from the treatment given by dedicated professionals coupled with his natural love for family and friends. All The Cardinal’s Men And a Few Good Nuns is available now on Amazon. com.

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“Everyone is looking for the next fall, correction, crash… what are you doing to prepare?”

— John Rush

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THIS POOCH NEEDS A PERMANENT CHEERING SECTION

Well-wishers typically say "Break a leg" to actors and musicians before they go on stage to perform. This lovable dog named Bravo actually had a broken leg when he arrived at the Hilton Head Humane Association in November 2017. Luckily, his rotten luck has changed.

His fractured front leg has healed and his heart worm treatment is complete. Bravo now hopes to find his permanent cheering section — he’s ready for his encore.

He’s known hunger; he’s known thirst. He’s lived the best and seen the worst. With your help, he could finish first.

Just imagine all the smiles you will get yelling “Bravo!, Bravo!” all over town. You can’t keep a good dog down! LL

MORE ABOUT BRAVO Color: White, brown and black Age: 6 (About 40 in human years) Likes: Beach walks, frozen treats, rolling in fresh-cut grass, 1989’s “All Dogs Go To Heaven” Dislikes: Forced play dates, fireworks, people who hurry up potty time, 1996’s “All Dogs Go To Heaven 2.” “Total cash grab.”

— Bravo Adopt him: Hilton Head Humane Association, www.hhhumane.org, 843-681-8686

Success Stories

We are happy to report most of the pets featured in LOCAL Life have found their forever homes! Laura Tipton and Katie Leasure of the Hilton Head Humane Association Adoption Team provided the following updates.

ARIEL (JULY 2018) Ariel’s adoption was so exciting when the owners came looking for their first pet but were saddled with breed restrictions as renters. I suggested a hound or lab. They were interested in Stretch and Ariel. Luckily for Ariel, Stretch paid them no attention. Ariel came right into the yard and loved them immediately. They fell in love with her sweet personality and her energy was perfect for their active lifestyle. While we were completing the adoption paperwork, the mail arrived and LOCAL Life magazine was there. I had previously told the owners that Ariel was the feature dog for that issue. All the stars aligned for our sweet Ariel.

KAZAK (JUNE 2018) Kazak’s owner was getting her very first dog. She wanted an older dog and one that was loving and cuddly.

Kazak loves people and right away stuck to her new owner like glue. The owner likes to entertain and Kazak is the life of the party. It was a great match!

WIZARD (MAY 2018) AVAILABLE You don’t need to follow a yellow brick road to find a wonderful Wizard. This 4-year-old boxer/bulldog mix featured in the May issue is still available at the Hilton Head Humane Association. Put on your ruby slippers, click your heels and go get this pretty pooch.

HANSEL (APRIL 2018) Hansel’s owners came in looking for a young dog, not a puppy. We discussed dogs they owned prior and I decided Hansel fit the description.

He wowed them right away. He had been going to training class and was happy to show off his skills. I have received several updates from the owners and Hansel is dong fantastic.

OTHER PETS

March 2018: Shortstop, adopted!

February 2018: Snuggles, AVAILABLE January 2018: Diamonds, adopted!

December 2017: Thomas, adopted!

November 2017: Chocula, adopted!

October 2017: Clyde, adopted!

“The Market will change.

What's your plan” — John Rush, Financial Advisor

John Rush and Associates A financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

1533 Fording Island Road, Suite 328, Hilton Head, SC

ameripriseadvisors.com/john.b.rush

Call us today! 843.837.1220 Providing a comprehensive financial planning approach and advice since 1998.

Ameriprise Financial cannot guarantee future financial results. Investment advisory services and products are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., a registered investment adviser. Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., Member FINRA and SIPC. © 2017 Ameriprise Financial, Inc., All rights reserved.

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NON-PROFIT SPOTLIGHT

LOWCOUNTRY IN NATIONAL

Who’s talking: TRAVEL + LEISURE Details: Named Hilton Head Island the No. 1 island in the United States in its “World’s Best Awards” for the third straight year.

Their words: “The island’s popularity has been steadily growing during the past 50 years as resorts, golf courses, and beachside attractions have opened.

But there’s more to Hilton Head than relaxing on the course or on the sand. History buffs will be delighted

by Hilton Head’s relics of the past. There’s also a phenomenal culinary scene in Hilton Head — and seafood lovers are sure to be pleased. The island has also placed a renewed focus on environmental tourism. Travelers who enjoy spotting wildlife can see loggerhead sea turtles, dolphins and various birds.”

Who’s talking: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TRAVELER MAGAZINE Details: Picked Daufuskie Island and Tour Daufuskie as one of its 18 grand family getaways for an “Epic Summer.”

Their words: “With more than 5,000 tranquil acres accessible only by boat, Daufuskie Island feels like a throwback to prehistoric — OK, maybe pre-Xbox days. Here on South Carolina’s southernmost inhabited sea island, you can stroll white-sand beaches, learn about the island’s Gullah heritage, ride horses along the trails, or explore on bicycles — but don’t come inside till the streetlights are on.”

Who’s talking: COASTAL LIVING Details: Ranked Bluffton among its “Top Ten Happiest Seaside Towns in America.”

Their words: “An oyster shell’s throw from the beaches and recreation of Hilton Head Island, this gracious town on the May River has a historic downtown dotted with antebellum homes, churches, and a clutch of small restaurants, boutiques, and antiques dealers. In the center of one of the nation’s hottest real estate markets, Bluffton still manages to maintain its Lowcountry charm.”

Who’s talking: FORBES Details: Ranked Bluffton in its “25 Best Places to Retire” list.

Their words: “Water-oriented coastal village of 19,000 in South Carolina's Low County west of Hilton Head and northeast of Savannah. Median home price $248,000. Cost of living 9 percent above national average. PROS: Low serious crime rate. Good economy. No state estate/inheritance tax, no state income tax on Social Security income, state income tax breaks on pension income. Warm climate, good air quality. Highly walkable. CON: Low rank on Milken Institute list of best cities for successful aging.

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BLUFFTON SELF HELP MISSION

Bluffton Self Help helps neighbors in need of food, clothing, educational and financial assistance, and provides programs that promote self-worth, dignity and create a pathway to personal success.

HISTORY Bluffton Self Help was founded in 1987 by Ida Martin, a longtime Bluffton resident who passed away in 2013. She recognized a need that was not being met among working families, disabled residents and senior citizens in the Greater Bluffton community. Martin founded Bluffton Self Help with the mission to help working families and senior citizens when they suffered a financial crisis. Bluffton Self Help is now the largest non-profit organization serving the Bluffton area that provides short-term emergency financial assistance to neighbors facing a crisis situation. In addition to its Emergency Financial Assistance program, the non-profit provides free food through its Wellness Food Pantry and free donated clothing through its Confidence Clothing Closet. Martin was recognized for her community work at the local, state and national level. In 2011, she received the coveted Presidential Citizens Medal.

WHO IT HELPS Bluffton Self Help’s core services are to meet the basic and critical needs of neighbors in need. It offers support through its Wellness Food Pantry, Confidence Clothing Closet and Emergency Financial Assistance. Through its financial assistance program, qualified clients are assisted with past-due rents to prevent homelessness, utility bills to prevent disconnection of services, medications, children's programs and some small home appliances when applicable. In 2010, Bluffton Self Help launched a pilot program partnering with the Technical College of the Lowcountry and the University of South Carolina/Bluffton and Beaufort to assist clients with post-secondary educational expenses. Bluffton Self Help expanded community services include workshops and career seminars through its Education and Resource Center. Topics include financial awareness, nutrition and health, and pregnancy and parenting.

HOW TO HELP Bluffton Self Help relies 100 percent on community donations and grant support. With more than 16 programs annually, it wants to continue to provide the best services to Bluffton neighbors in need. Drop in or give the organization a call to take a tour, or volunteer to see your investment in action. LL FOR MORE INFORMATION ON BLUFFTON SELF HELP Visit blufftonselfhelp.org or call 843-757-8000

Not all nest eggs are the same.

Lost & Found MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE FOUND

Nic Beach, a tour guide with Island Skiff Adventure Tours, found this message in a bottle floating near Bull Island during a recent sunset cruise. It appears it was sent by Julia in Puerto Rico. It was a kit from a company called Message In A Bottle. The tide was calm when it was sent, but that obviously changed, as the bottle traveled more than 1,300 miles to the waters of the Lowcountry.

“We don’t have much details since it wasn’t registered online, but we plan to do that portion and release it back in the ocean for someone else to locate,” Island Skiff Adventure Tours owner Jeff Gale said.

DISCIPLINE. TRUST. LEADERSHIP. INSPIRATION. Whether setting up your first investment account or seeking to turn a lifetime of hard earned savings into retirement income, EVERYONE can benefit from quality financial advice and EVERYONE needs a trusted financial advisor. We at Polaris Capital Advisors look forward to helping you maximize your financial nest egg.

Emily A. Johnson, CFP, ChFC, CLU, CDFA Founder/Managing Director Casey J. Bateman, CPC, MHA Health Insurance Specialist

CAPITAL ADVISORS, LLC

23B Shelter Cove Lane, Suite 401 Hilton Head, South Carolina 29928 ph 843.686.2425 fx 843.686.2476 polariscapitaladvisors.com

Polaris Capital Advisors, LLC. is a registered investment advisor. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any securities. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed here.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Hilton Head Island resident David Burden sent us the following letter about what being a local means to him. He has his fingerprints on several local projects and businesses. LOCAL Life welcomes letters to the editor and comments to our website. Write to lance.hanlin@ wearelocallife.com

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1: characterized by or relating to position in space: having a definite spatial form or location 2: of, relating to, or characteristic of a particular place: not general or widespread: of, relating to, or applicable to part of a whole 3: primarily serving the needs of a particular limited district of a public conveyance: making all the stops on a route

Once a local, always a local

BY DAVID BURDEN

LOCAL SINCE 1979 David Burden with his daughter, Sarah, and her two daughters, Julia and Logan.

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I am local again. It sure is wonderful to be back! My kids and grandkids are firmly planted here, but my own path back to the Lowcountry of Hilton Head and Bluffton has been circuitous.

Almost 40 years ago, I received a Sunday phone call at our Sea Pines vacation home requesting to “Join us on the Compass Rose for an afternoon sail exchanging thoughts and experiences.” The group included Charles Fraser on the sail, former South Carolina Governor and former U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia John West, then Sea Pines President Phil Lader and myself. Fraser, the primary developer of Hilton Head, proposed to the group a new partnership of exciting national and international ventures.

My family and I were living in the Middle East at the time. One evening at the ambassador’s residence in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, we were invited to eavesdrop on West’s call with then President-elect Reagan as West congratulated him and stated it was time for the West family to return full time to South Carolina and their Hilton Head home. We began kidding about doing the same. Surprisingly, Fraser’s sail made that a reality.

What followed for several years was a non-stop myriad of pursuits and worldwide travels.

Over time, I shifted to real estate development opportunities and fortuitously, along the way I was contacted by the Melrose partners to help raise the funds to purchase the as-yet undeveloped Indigo Run Plantation. We accomplished raising the funds after a challenging year.

I was asked, “Why don’t you do the development of Indigo Run?” I responded, “What part?”

The response was, “All of it.”

The Melrose folks were busy with other ventures and needed someone to do it. Well, that was incredible and fortunately, the subsequent development of Indigo Run became very successful.

That success led to new opportunities in Colorado, which began my time away from Hilton Head.

I established my company called Timbers Resorts, developing resorts in Aspen, Vail, Scottsdale, Cabo San Lucas, Tuscany, Hawaii, Virgin Islands, Napa and other locales.

Not too long ago, I was approached by a large investment firm to sell my now 1,000-plus staff member company and remain on as executive chairman and live wherever I wanted.

A year ago, almost 40 years after my first move to Hilton Head, I moved back to Sea Pines to be where it feels right, which is near my kids and six grandchildren.

My son, Chris, and his family of four children live in Bluffton on the May River. Chris is managing director of development for Timbers. My daughter-in-law, Emily, and her sister own and operate Gigi’s Boutique in Bluffton.

My daughter, Sarah, and her family, including my other two grandchildren, live in Mount Pleasant, S.C. My children worked at Outside Hilton Head growing up. My oldest son, Dave, was so inspired by owner Mike Overton’s Outside Hilton Head operation that he went on to establish his own kayak tour operation on the eastern shore of Virginia. Sarah had also been inspired by the lifestyle introduced to her by Outside Hilton Head. She went on to hike the entire Appalachian trail and kayaked back down the East Coast from Maine to a rousing welcome at South Beach Marina, nine months later. Likely just for now, my youngest son, Tim, lives in Montana, hiking and fly fishing.

I could not be happier to be back and to be “local” to my kids and grandkids. LL

“Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing.”

– Mother Teresa

Have the smile you’ve always wanted!

Dr. Rothwell is an accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and offers you the skill, compassion and dedication to help you have the smile you’ve always wanted.

Bonnie J. Rothwell, DMD, AAACD 11 Hospital Center Common, Suite 200 Hilton Head Island, SC

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Everyone seems to have a collection of one kind or another.

Maybe it’s a box of old comic books, a heavy tome filled with stamps or seashells from various beaches you’ve visited.

But some take the art of collecting to another level.

These are the collectors who fill their homes with their prizes, lining their shelves until they’ve created a museum dedicated to their passion.

Over the next few pages, we take a look at three collectors who have amassed objects and artifacts that move them. These are the collectors of planes, trains and automobiles who call the Lowcountry home.

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BARNSTORMER Beaufort's Michael Rainey is a retired Marine aviator with more than 40 years of flying experience. He started collecting antique aircraft in 1991.

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It’s written all over his 18th century home in downtown Beaufort, where every surface holds some part of his vast assembly of artifacts. One room might see neatly arranged rows of 19th century snuffboxes and Scottish tobacco horns. Another, assorted stoneworks from ancient Rome that he saved from a landfill after surviving an earthquake in Italy. In his garden, you’ll see bonsai trees he cultivated during his time in Japan.

But the true passion project is kept along the walls of an airplane hanger a few minutes away on Lady’s Island. Here, just behind a massive wall of corrugated metal, lies a collection of aviation relics that rivals any museum.

“It didn’t really start from one piece,” Rainey said. “I just kept looking and finding stuff.”

Set beneath a massive unfolded parachute, the collection is arranged on walls and tables. Three wooden propellers dominate one end of the collection, glossy oaken reminders of the technology that first allowed man to reach the skies. One of them is a Curtiss F1 flying boat, built more than a century ago.

Along another wall, and neatly arranged on department store style clothing racks, is an entire wardrobe of flights suits and sheepskin-lined bomber jackets. Some have never been worn.

Some tell a story of the brave men and women who wore them.

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faces He pointed to one flight jacket from the Army Air Corps, which he knows from extensive research was used in the China-Burma theater. “They were probably in Burma somewhere when this guy was promoted to first lieutenant,” he said, pointing to a patch of ink on the collar.

“They couldn’t find an insignia so he made one.”

But the ones that tell the best stories are the ones that have the word “Rainey” stenciled on them.

They’re personal reminders of Rainey’s own extensive career as a Marine Corps pilot. Starting out flying F-4 Phantoms, he eventually worked his way up the ranks to lieutenant colonel, fighting in the first Gulf War and training pilots worldwide.

“After that I got orders, ‘career enhancing orders,’ to go work with the Joint Chiefs of Staff,” he said. “I just went, ‘Yeah right. Getting up at 5 a.m. to get generals coffee?’”

He decided to return to his Beaufort home, where he now offers tours in the single greatest item in his collection: a gleaming yellow “Tiger Moth” biplane. Used

by British pilots as a training vehicle, it was sold to the French Air Force in 1946, then transitioned to a French flying club a few years later. It came to the states in the 1970s where it waited until Rainey bought it in 2005 and did a complete restoration.

And now, when it’s not taking passengers up to the skies above Beaufort, it anchors a stunning collection of naval aviation history.

“It’s like any other collection.

It forms over the years,” Rainey said. “My advice has always been, just go slow and get the best you can.”

Visit beaufortbiplanetours.com to learn more about the Tiger Moth and schedule your tour.” LL

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PRETTY FLY Michael Rainey's unique collection includes fighter patches, headgear, propellers, bomber jackets and many other vintage items related to aviation.

The crown jewel of his collection is a yellow de Havilland Tiger Moth.

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ONE-TRACK MIND Hilton Head Plantation resident Michael Denoncourt returned to his childhood hobby of model railroading 13 years ago.

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For Michael Denoncourt, model railroading isn’t just a way to capture a nostalgic era when the big steam locomotives criss-crossed the country. For this fulltime accountant, it’s a way to make sure both sides of his brain get the appropriate workout.

“Building the railroad is very satisfying.

There’s something about the creation process,” he said. “Art and math are two different sides of the brain. Maybe that’s one of the things I like about it; it makes me a whole person.”

For Denoncourt, the passion for model railroading started when he received a huge O scale for Christmas. Growing up in southern Maine he was surrounded by trains. The Boston and Maine railroad was just a quarter mile away through the woods and the southern terminus of the Maine Central just 25 miles away.

As he grew in the hobby, he eventually worked up to the HO scale trains he uses now, which are smaller and allow for more elaborate models around them. “But at that point, I was pre-teen, who didn’t have a lot of money so the best I could do was some track on a table I’d built. Then as I became a teenager, there was sports and there were girls and I just kind of lost interest in it.”

He returned to the hobby 13 years ago with a passion, starting with a 4-by-8foot table in the garage.

“I had to negotiate with my wife, and she gave me rights to my side of the garage,” he said. “Then I realized I had all

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ALL THE SMALL THINGS Michael Denoncourt has created a replica of sights along the Florida Central Line in his Hilton Head Plantation garage.

His layout is divided into three different sections, all connected by elaborate bridgework.

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“The Florida Central Line is two hours away and they’re very fan friendly. You can go in the yards and, as long as you stay in the prescribed boundaries, you can observe to your heart’s content.”

He divides his layout into three different sections all connected by elaborate bridgework, each representing a part of the line.

The result is a stunning representation of a modern train line viewed through a lens of nostalgia. Or at least it is for now, because Denoncourt said he’s always looking for ways to keep building.

“Already I’m looking at my layout and saying, ‘I could have done this better,’ ” he said. “I’ve given some thought to tearing it all down and starting over again.” LL

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VETTE SETTER Bluffton's Mark Davis has owned about 130 different models of Chevrolet Corvettes over the years.

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CORVETTE KING OF THE LOWCOUNTRY

The year was 1960 and a 5-year-old Mark Davis was standing on the floorboards of his mom’s Pontiac as they drove the streets of Proctorville, Ohio. It was then that he spied the vehicle that would change his life forever. According to his mom, he spied a new white 1960 Corvette and started jumping up and down shouting, “Mommy, mommy! Corvette! Corvette,” Davis recounted.

“She told me, ‘It shocked me that you even knew what it was, but you’ve been sick over them ever since,” Davis said.

That’s a bit of an understatement.

His spacious Bluffton garage currently houses nine Corvettes and a museum’s worth of memorabilia, posters and banners. And it’s the fifth garage he’s owned. The largest, back in his native West Virginia, held up to 20 Corvettes.

Over the years, he estimates he’s owned about 130 different models of Chevrolet’s signature muscle car.

And it all started with a 1969 Corvette he purchased at 17 after saving every penny he could, starting at age 10.

That car is long gone, but it’s commemorated with an identical 1969 ‘Vette that currently holds a place of honor in Davis’ garage.

“I always said, ‘If I find a low-mileage original like my first, I’ll buy it,’ ” he said.

In fact, Davis is well-known in Corvette circles as the low-mileage original guy. And he is well-known in Corvette circles, having served as a board mem-

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AMERICAN MUSCLE Mark Davis' Bluffton garage currently houses nine low-mileage original Corvettes and a museum's worth of memorabilia, posters and banners.

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FAMOUS FLEET The Corvettes in Mark Davis' collection have garnered many awards and accolades. Some are considered among the most well preserved in existence.

ber at the Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky and having set a Mecum Auction record for an unrestored 1967 Vette he sold. He specializes in what’s called “survivors,” cars that have been maintained since they left the showroom floor.

As you can imagine, that’s rare.

“You can find 20 restored cars for every one low-mile original,” he said.

It’s a detail that makes his already impressive collection even more astonishing. Like the 1958 ‘Vette he owns with just 36,000 miles on it. The car is also a rarity for its signet red paint job, which has earned it the nickname “Siggy.”

Nearly all of Davis’ cars have nicknames, reflecting his genuine love for these vehicles. There’s Rowley, Zora and Stinger, three mid-‘60s muscle with a lot of accolades between them. Rowley is the only “red red” 1965 Corvette in the world. At just 11,000 miles, Zora is the lowest-mileage 1966 in the world. And Stinger has won every award there is, including best in class at Greenbriar.

But to Davis, they are more than just cars. As many as he’s owned, he beams with pride when he talks about each one and revels in the stories behind them. He’s carrying on a legacy from the original owners, caring for these vehicles and preserving them for posterity.

“Some of my friends from the Corvette Museum have come through here and now they call it the National Corvette Museum, South Carolina branch,” Davis said. LL

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TREVOR HALL FIRST PLAYED A HARMONICA AT AGE 9 OR 10, THEN STRUNG A GUITAR AS A YOUNG TEENAGER AND DROPPED A BEAT OR TWO ON THE DRUMS WITH HIS DRUMMER/REALTOR DAD, JEFF HALL.

Celebrity Connection: Trevor Hall STORY BY DEAN ROWLAND PHOTOS BY EMORY HALL

THE 'HALLS' OF ROCK Jeff Hall joins his son Trevor on stage to sing at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Golden, Colorado.

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Now, at age 31, the prodigious son is on a 13-city tour to support his latest project, “The Fruitful Darkness.”

The musician/songwriter moved to Sea Pines on Hilton Head Island as a toddler, attended Sea Pines Montessori for a year, then Hilton Head Prep from first grade until he left for California at the age of 16 to study at Idyllwild Arts Academy. He studied classical guitar and was introduced to folk, reggae and a host of other musical genres, releasing his first album as a senior in school.

“When he was growing up, he was your typical little boy,” said Jeff Hall, who regularly plays with a jazz trio and in Shannon Tanner’s Oyster Reefers band. “He played soccer, a little golf, tennis with me.” He grew up with his dad, mom, Wendy, and younger sister, Chloe.

He was intrigued by his dad’s massive vinyl collection and would jam with him on harmonica as a kid. For his 13th birthday present, his dad took him to a friend’s recording studio on the island, where he laid down three tracks.

Through the years, Trevor Hall has released eight studio albums, three live albums and two EPs. His previous two albums — “Kayla,” in 2015 and “Chapter of the Forest,” in 2014, debuted at Nos. 2 and 3, respectively, on the iTunes singer/songwriter chart. His latest effort, “The Fruitful Darkness” became the No. 1 Kickstarter music campaign in 2017.

It was released in three-song installments on specific lunar dates, culminating in a 14-song deluxe edition that was released in June. The vegetarian practices yoga, meditation, Hinduism, and Eastern mysticism. He met his wife, Emory, a renowned international photographer/writer, in India in 2010.

LOCAL Life caught up with Trevor Hall via phone at home in Boulder, Colo., four days before embarking on his latest tour. Here are excerpts from our conversation.

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What was it like growing up on Hilton Head Island? [Trevor Hall] It was beautiful. It’s a small town, knowing everybody and kind of having a sense of community was wonderful. Also, it had amazing wildlife, outdoor life. It really shaped me, it was a very sweet place to grow up as a young kid.

What was that like playing harmonica with your dad and local musical David Wingo at the The Quarterdeck when you were just 9 or 10? How often have you performed locally since then? [TH] My dad was playing with David once a week, twice a week. I forget how it all kind of happened. I had a harmonica with me, which is what I really liked to play at first. I was super young, and it was just a blast. It was the first time I was on stage. (Later in life), I played there a few times, also at a place called Wingo Hall, Monkey Business, and I played at Poseidon a few years ago.

I have a picture of you and your dad on stage at the Red Rocks amphitheater in Golden, Colo. How special was that moment for you two together, 20 or so years later after the Hilton Head gig? [TH] It was amazing. No. 1, to play that venue more than once. It’s been a great blessing and on top of that to have your family there and on top of that to have my dad come up on stage and kind of play with me.

It was like full circle. It was really, really special. It’s something you remember for the rest of your life. He’s (dad) a bigger rock star than I am.

He’s definitely more into the rock ’n’ roll lifestyle, so I think he probably enjoyed it more than I did.

Describe the experience of leaving Hilton Head for California at age 16. [TH] It was a big move, yeah, but it was kind of where the path was leading. I was sad to leave, obviously, but I also was extremely excited just to broaden my horizons and try something new. I never had a problem traveling, exploring new places. It was just part of my person, always into new things. I was extremely young, but it was an amazing experience. If I hadn’t of done that, my life would have been a lot different, for sure.

When did you start dreaming seriously about being a songwriter/ musician professionally? [TH] I was never like, ‘Oh, I want to be a musician.’ Music was part of my life, the day I was born. There are pictures of me playing my dad’s drum set in diapers. It was what it was, inseparable from life. I always knew that was my path. . . . It’s who I am.

Describe the type of music you write and play. Where do your lyrics and melodies take and move the listener? [TH] I just try to write what’s coming through. I’ve had a lot of inspiration from many different genres, from reggae to folk to rock. I never wanted to pigeonhole myself to one genre. It’s whatever is coming through me at the

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BEHIND THE MUSIC Like most Islander ex-patriots, musician Trevor Hall doesn’t get home as much as he would like to see his folks, Jeff and Wendy. It’s usually twice a year.

time. When I write, it’s just a process of me getting out of my own way and not try to reason about it, not try to figure it out. It leads me to where it wants to take me.

Do you have a niche in the music world? [TH] Yeah, there’s definitely a sound that’s a niche. I kind of consider myself a conscious musician and feel like there’s a group of us that have kind of formed this little family, a tribe, and it’s becoming its own genre. Even though maybe the musical style may be a little different, the theme and aim is the same. I’m lucky and happy to be a part of it.

Your music, your lyrics, sound like no one else.

How is that possible? [TH] Even for me, this album is very different. I wanted to step outside of my comfort zone and how I see myself as a musician. The two albums before this one were very stripped down, very acoustic, very simple folk, reggae, roots, whatever it is. I wanted to push the boundaries, experiment with new sounds, new styles, and that’s what we really did with this album.

Did you ever think your music would gain as much traction as it has on the indie charts, especially most recently? [TH] No. To be honest, not at all. I just kind of go with the flow. I feel extremely blessed that I am where I am today with all the trials and tribulations we’ve gone through.

It’s just amazing we’ve made it here. Did we ever think about charting? No way. But it’s not like I don’t believe in myself.

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How far ahead do you plan your life? [TH] That’s probably one of the toughest parts of the job, how far away to plan ahead. There’s stuff we’re planning in December, in the fall, Thanksgiving. It’s difficult because you never know how you’re going to feel at that point. As artists, we change so much, we travel so much, our inspirations and our creativity changes. So a month for us is a big deal. If you’re planning a year ahead, sometimes you get there, and I’m like, I’m not feeling that vibe anymore, I’m on to something new.”

Where does your inner self, your motivation come from with your background of meditation, yoga, spirituality? [TH] It just comes from the spirit. I’ve always been a seeker; a seeker of truth, finding myself and finding out who I am. Obviously, it affects my music, which is a tool to explore those sides of me. It’s just part of my nature.”

Was it love at first sight when you met your wife?

[TH] I don’t know if you would say love at first sight.

India (where they met) is a very intense place with so many emotions happening that you’re kind of navigating all those things. When we first met, I felt it was like a serious, super, super connection with this person I didn’t even know. It was a familiar feeling, like I’ve known her forever. It was more of me trying to understand, "oh what does that mean, does that mean are we like friends?" That was the feeling most when we first met. LL

“I usually hide . . . from my parents’ friends. No I’m just kidding. I want to see my family, spend time with them and rest.

It’s very simple. We just hang out and go on bike rides,” Hall said.

Their favorite jaunt is from his folks’ home on the water in Sea Pines to South Beach, then back along the water and a stop at the Beach Club, where his dad plays.

Being vegetarians, Trevor and his wife, Emory, are a bit challenged when it comes to dining options on the island.

“My favorite place to go - I actually go there every day, now that I think about it, is Java Burrito.” The couple also enjoys Ruan Thai.

When asked about his favorite childhood memories on Hilton Head, Hall said playing music with his dad. So does seeing his grandmother.

“There was one concert we did — I forget the name of the place — and I brought her up on stage and serenaded her,” Hall said. “It was pretty cool, very special.”

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Jordan B. Hansell’s 20-year career has been impressive. He graduated from law school at the University of Michigan in 1998 and earned a position as a law clerk for Justice Antonin Scalia of the U.S. Supreme Court. He practiced law for 10 years, specializing in corporate law.

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3. Define Your Values. List your top 10 values in life — honesty, integrity, consistency, resilience, love, etc. — for they define you, and consequently guide your actions. Then, act with consistency in all that you do. If you know yourself and act accordingly, your actions will resonate within you. Stay true to your personal values..

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TRAVELING MAN In his free time, Jordan Hansell enjoys traveling with his family. Above: Skiing with his family in Utah and with his daughter at the Crazy Horse Memorial in South Dakota.

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5. Lead with Vision. A true leader must have a vision. Be aspirational and show others how they fit in the overall mission and vision. When people understand how their involvement furthers the mission and they have ownership of the vision, your leadership becomes a magnet and people want to follow you.

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7 tips for exercising safely outdoors in the summer heat STORY BY JEN EDWARDS PHOTOGRAPHY BY MIKE RITTERBECK

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Summer in the Lowcountry means higher temperatures and humidity. Although moving your workout indoors sometimes is a practical option, you can continue to exercise outside as long as you follow these seven simple safety tips to keep you cool and comfortable while you sweat.

1. Choose the right time of day. Avoid the hours between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., when the sun’s rays are the strongest and heat is at a high for the day.

Check your local forecast to determine the coolest part of the day, which is typically early morning or evening.

2. Your workout wardrobe is important. Wear loose, light colored clothes (that will reflect heat). Make sure your top and bottom are both lightweight and breathable, such as performance gear that is designed to wick moisture from your skin and keep you cool.

3. Protect your skin from UV rays. Wear a water-resistant sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher), sunglasses and hat to shield yourself from the sun’s harmful rays. Overexposure to sun can lead to premature aging and skin cancer.

4. Hydration is key. It’s important to drink water before, during and after your outdoor workout. Have a glass or two before you even begin exercising. Continue drinking during the workout and don’t wait until you feel thirsty. By the time you feel thirsty, your body is already dehydrated.

5. Opt for shaded outdoor spaces. If it’s a particularly hot and humid day, plan your outdoor workout in a park or setting that offers plenty of shade, such as shaded trails with a good amount of tree cover.

6. Modify your workout for the heat. If needed, lower the intensity of your workout (e.g., power walking instead of running), take more frequent breaks, shorten your workout, or even consider splitting your sweat session into two separate, shorter workouts for the day (one in the morning and one in the evening).

7. Listen to your body’s cues. Heat exhaustion is a dangerous condition that can occur when the body becomes overheated.

Stop exercising if you feel any of these symptoms: dizziness, weakness, nausea, muscle cramps, confusion, rapid heart rate or headache.

Try this workout:

15-MINUTE PINCKNEY ISLAND CARDIO CIRCUIT

The Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge is between the mainland and Hilton Head Island. With its 10 miles of hiking trails (many are shaded), plentiful wildlife and scenic creeks and ponds, it makes a wonderful workout location. Here’s a fun 15-minute cardio circuit you can try next time you visit Pinckney.

[1] SPEED SKATERS Larry LaBanc, 59, has lived on Hilton Head Island for three years, enjoying early retirement. He loves keeping fit with high intensity, total-body workouts. When he’s not sweating, you’ll find him studying the history of the island or volunteering for his neighborhood owners association. Jen Edwards has 20 years of experience as an Athletics and Fitness Association (AFAA) fitness trainer and is the creator and owner of SWEAT Boot Camp in Hilton Head & Bluffton.

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Push off of one leg and leap laterally from side to side as fast as possible 50 times.

Reach your arms above your head as you jump to advance the exercise. Pay attention to keeping your core engaged and chest lifted.

Continue on the trail with a power walk or jog for two minutes.

[3] HIGH KNEE RUN IN PLACE

With arms reaching over your head, run in place, driving your knees towards your chest. Complete 50 repetitions.

Continue on the trail with a power walk or jog for two minutes.

[2] STATIONARY SQUAT PULSES

With feet wider than shoulder width apart and toes pointing straight ahead, sink into a squat like you are sitting back into a chair. Once in the lowest position, pulse half-way up and all the way down for 50 repetitions.

Continue on the trail with a power walk or jog for two minutes.

[4] ALTERNATING REVERSE LUNGES

Step one leg back, dropping your back knee towards the ground and bending your front knee to a 90-degree angle. Return to a standing position and repeat on the other leg. Complete 50 reverse lunges.

Continue on the trail with a power walk or jog for two minutes time.

[5] SHADOW BOXING JABS

Channel your inner Muhammad Ali and throw 25 punches with your right arm and 25 punches with your left arm.

Continue on the trail with a power walk or jog for two minutes.

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August is Psoriasis Awareness Month. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder that speeds up the life cycle of your skin and causes your immune system to attack healthy cells as if they were an invading infection. While psoriasis can be genetic, it is typically triggered by an illness or environmental factors. Psoriasis is much more than a chronic skin condition. It can have a serious impact on your overall health.

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The Effects of Psoriasis on Your Skin

May Increase Your Risk of Diabetes

When you have psoriasis, your skin cells work their way to the surface much faster than average. The process that generally happens within a month can take place within days. If you have psoriasis, you may recognize some of the following symptoms: • Patches of dry red skin • Cracked skin that may bleed • Skin that itches or burns • Small spots with scales (more common for children) • Silver-looking scales Keeping your skin, especially any affected areas, well-moisturized may help reduce the severity of your skin outbreaks and prevent some of the psoriasis sores.

The impact of psoriasis is not limited to the comfort and appearance of your skin. Since psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder, you are at risk of additional health complications. Knowing the full impact of psoriasis may be beneficial to your long-term health.

Type 2 diabetes can be triggered by inflammation, the same type of inflammation found in those with psoriasis. If you have psoriasis, regular screening for diabetes is recommended.

The Potential Effect on Your Joints Nearly a third of those who have psoriasis will also develop psoriatic arthritis. This is caused by the assault of the immune system on your joints.

Unmanaged psoriatic arthritis can lead to permanent joint damage and disability.

Your Vulnerability to Other Autoimmune Diseases Having psoriasis can cause you to be more likely to develop other autoimmune diseases, like lupus or celiac.

Seventeen of the other 21 autoimmune disorders are related to psoriasis. Be aware of any other changes in your health including increased fatigue, fevers or joint pain.

The Potential Harm to Your Vascular System Your immune system affects nearly every system in your body. This includes your blood vessels. The inflammation caused by your immune system can leave your blood vessels inflamed. This puts you at higher risk of your arteries being hardened or narrowed by plaque.

Psoriasis May Increase Your Risk of a Stroke or Heart Attack The effect of psoriasis on your vascular system can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. If plaque builds in your coronary or cerebral arteries, it can interfere with the blood supplied to these vital organs. You may be able to reduce this increased risk by maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise and a balanced diet.

Psoriasis May Affect Your Nails Psoriasis can cause your fingernails and your toenails to change color. Your nails could turn shades of brown, yellow or green. You may also see pitting on the surface of your nails, or notice marked ridges. You are also susceptible to a white, chalky material forming under your nail that can separate your nail from your skin.

When you have psoriasis, it is likely to affect you throughout your life. You may have episodes of activity and periods of remission, but psoriasis is always there.

Psoriasis flairs can last for weeks or even months. When you have psoriasis, you are at risk of developing serious complications. Some of those additional risks include: • Metabolic Syndrome • Parkinson's disease • Kidney disease • High blood pressure • Depression • Eye conditions (blepharitis, uveitis or conjunctivitis) If you notice symptoms of psoriasis, it is important to discuss your concerns with your health-care provider.

Your doctor will recommend an appropriate treatment program. Knowing the impact of psoriasis on your body can help you protect your long-term health. LL

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Visual art and fashion have always been linked. Both art forms construct imaginary worlds, and use a language of style to invigorate beliefs, perceptions and ideas. To honor our “Collectors” issue, the LOCAL Life style team married decorative art with fine art through a stunning photo shoot at the home of Judy Costello, owner of J Costello Gallery. Costello was the ultimate host, allowing LOCAL Life to showcase a few of her gallery favorites along with artwork from her private collection. Stylist Roxanne Gilleland used the artwork for inspiration while selecting the fun and fashionable outfits from local shops and boutiques. The end result is a celebration of the fine art of high fashion.

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A FEW LOCAL RESIDENTS SHOW US THEIR CAREFULLY CURATED FINDS

People collect many types of things for many reasons. Sociologists have theorized that collecting can provide the same kind of rush as winning a sporting competition, especially during the thrill of the hunt. Collecting provides a feeling of pride and ownership. Most people have a TV, many have bought a best-selling book. But not everyone has an awesome vintage barware collection, or a storage shed full of rare comic books.

Hardly anyone has 10 gorgeous guitars like local attorney Jonathan Taber, or 200 quirky lunchboxes like local graphic designer Charles Grace. Many collections are extremely valuable. Beaufort’s Dick McIntyre quit his state job to collect and sell his stunning duck decoys. Bob Gregory has millions of dollars worth of vehicles parked in his Bluffton man cave.

Sun City’s Sandra Zajac downsized her 850-piece cookie jar collection, keeping the 400 most valuable.

And Kitty Ware’s Hilton Head Island home is filled with numerous tiny homes (she has an elaborate collection of miniatures).

We hope you enjoy a closer look at each of their finds and hope it inspires you to start a collection of your own.

GARY T. BEZILLA, MBA 400 Merchant Street Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 843-681-1400 gary.bezilla@wfadvisors.com

GOT A SECRET COLLECTION? LOCAL Life would love to feature it in an upcoming issue.

We won’t print your name, address or any personal information, just photos of your amazing secret collection.

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LOCAL ATTORNEY JONATHAN TABER HAS MEMORIES ATTACHED TO HIS COLLECTION OF GUITARS

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You can tell a real good guitarist by the fact that they rarely know offhand how many guitars they have.

Jonathan Taber is a real good guitarist.

When someone asked him recently about his guitar collection, he guessed eight. Then he went home and counted. “I have 10,” he says, a hint of surprise and delight in his voice.

Taber, an attorney and founder of TaberPatrick on Hilton Head Island, has been playing guitar since his father gave him his first one for his 11th birthday. He played in a band through college at Cornell University, strummed his way through the pubs of Oxford in the U.K. while in graduate school at the University of Oxford.

Years later, Taber formed another band to rock out on the weekends away from his day job as a partner in a prestigious law firm in western New York.

“There’s really nothing like that, the feeling of performing on stage,” he says. “The emotions and the fun and the energy that go along with that is not something that can be replicated.”

And all that time, he has slowly amassed a collection of guitars that look very different from one another but all share three qualities: “I like the way they sound, the way they feel, and the way they play.” LL

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MEET THE FLEET Pictured, from left: a Jay Turser Stratocaster, signed by the four original members of Van Halen; a Pruduncio Saez Model 54 nylon string classical guitar, handmade in Spain; a Paul Reed Smith Custom 24; a EVH Wolfgang USA Custom Goldtop, made in the Fender custom shop; a Kay acoustic, signed by the members of the Gebbie Foundation; a Taylor 814ce Grand Auditorium acoustic; a G&L Comanche; an original San Dimas Jackson Soloist; a Fender Bronco bass and a Peavey Wolfgang USA Archtop.

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COLLECTOR TIP Thinking of starting a guitar collection? Guitarist Joe Bonamassa said, "The trick with guitar collecting is to ask yourself, ‘If these were worth nothing at the end of the day, would I still love them and play them?’ If the answer is yes, you’re doing alright."

THE BLUE ONE A G&L Comanche guitar (blue, above) designed by Leo Fender, the inventor of one of the styles of guitars in which the wooden neck is bolted onto the body, creating a different sound. “It’s a blue that you can see the wood grain through, with a rosewood fret board with white pearl inlay and white pearl pick guard.”

THE FIRST ‘REAL’ ONE At age 18 and in a college band getting regular gigs, Taber treated himself to a bubble gum pink San Dimas Jackson Soloist. “I’ve always kept it. I bought it in ’87; it’s a funny guitar that really screams of the late ’80s music era, but to me it was the first professional quality instrument I ever bought and I’ve kept it forever. To me it’s vintage at this point.”

THE OTHER BLUE ONE A 2000 Peavey Wolfgang USA Archtop (left) he bought used that was designed by legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen. “The Wolfgang is a type of guitar with a unique body shape — I would argue it’s a combination of the two traditional guitars, Fender Stratocaster and the Gibson Les Paul.

The ones manufactured by Peavey were the best version of these guitars because Peavey … hired extremely good builders, used only the best quality materials, the best tone woods they could get their hands on.”

THE COLLECTOR’S ITEM When Taber announced he was leaving New York for Hilton Head Island, his fellow board members of a private foundation that he served on presented him with a Stratocaster style guitar signed by the original members of Van Halen. “It came with all their signatures and a certificate of authenticity,” he says of the gift that hangs in his office. “It’s a healthy reminder that there are other things to life beyond just dealing with peoples’ legal issues. And reminds me how much I really love the art that I love.”

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There are dollhouses little girls grow up playing with, and then there are dollhouses like Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House at Windsor Castle.

When Hilton Head Islander Kitty Ware saw that exquisitely ornate miniature house during a visit to England more than 25 years ago, she was awestruck and inspired.

“Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House is amazing; it’s huge and you walk all the way around it. It’s just awesome,” she says of the 3-foot-tall dolls’ house built in the 1920s. “And since I saw that, I said, ‘I’ve gotta do this.’”

So Ware began both a hobby and a collection that over the years has taught her patience and crafting skills while bringing her immense pleasure — and a lot of math practice.

Most of her miniature rooms and shops are scaled from 12 inches down to 1 inch. “So if something’s 8 feet tall (in real life) it has to be 8-inches.”

She works on one project at a time, typically a single room or themed space, each of which take several months to complete. That includes shopping for inspiration and objects, making furniture, wall coverings and other details, and installing everything into the tiny world she’s dreamed up.

She’s learned how to miter, paints all the furniture herself, and creates and installs intricate crown moulding, fabric on the walls, custom-made picture frames, fireplaces and upholstery.

“It’s just an interesting hobby; it’s like therapy,” she says. “You forget about other things, you get so involved in it.”

Ware belongs to a miniatures club and has brought some of her treasured rooms to the local library. “The kids just absolutely loved them all,” she says.

It’s hard for Ware to pick favorites, but a few stand out. LL LIFE'S LITTLE LUXURIES Each of Kitty Ware's miniature projects takes several months to complete.

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SMALL DETAILS The size of a miniature, with respect to the original, is known as the scale. Some of the most common “scales” in miniature collecting are a 1:12 for miniature cars and a 1:24 scale that’s used to create dollhouses.

THE BIG ONE Her biggest miniature is not a single room but a series of them, which she refers to as “the big house.”

“It’s 12 feet by 9 feet, there’s 32 rooms.

It’s a cross between Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace,” she says. “I didn’t know it was gonna be that big. I just kept adding rooms.” They include a room decorated for Christmas, complete with a super tiny nativity scene; a kitchen with every utensil and tool you’d find in a real one; a full bar; a den with a chess board and various instruments ready to be played; and a library of rich dark wood, where tea has just been set.

THE ONE WITH HARRY POTTER For J.K. Rowling’s epic Harry Potter series, Ware created a unique miniature that looks like an open book with scenes on three sides.

Included are Harry and Hagrid at the entrance to Diagon Alley; portraits of Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger; Harry’s owl, Hedwig; and Harry in his Quidditch robes flying on a broomstick.

THE HARLEY SHOP Ware spent considerable time collecting the bikes and accessories needed to fill this shop, which shows a row of bikes lined up outside the storefront, with its authentic Harley-Davidson emblem on the roof, and gives an interior view on the other side of the two-story motorcycle shop.

There are bike parts, tools and a lot more lining the walls and littering the floor of the space. A longtime Harley fan, Ware has visited the Harley-Davidson shop on Kings Road in England, Europe’s oldest Harley dealership.

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COLLECTIBLE LUNCHBOXES PRESERVE THE PAST FOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER CHARLES GRACE STORY BY ROBYN PASSANTE PHOTOS BY LLOYD WAINSCOTT

Charles Grace started collecting lunchboxes as much for their utility as for their creativity. The graphic designer began using them long ago not to hold sandwiches, but rather art supplies.

Their uniform shape and handles make them easy to shelve and retrieve like a book. “ ‘Million Dollar Man’ was watercolors. Pencils was ‘Star Wars.’ ‘Popples’ were markers,” he says of his first unconventional art supply cases. “And it’s still in my head to pull them off the shelf like that. And then it got to be more of a pop culture study. Everything looks good in lithograph tins like that.”

The artist, whose work graces the pages of this magazine, now has almost 200 lunchboxes and, though he still tends to tuck random items into them for safe keeping, it’s the objects’ artistry he most admires.

“Today lunchboxes are a sticker on plastic halves,” he says. “The old-school lunchbox is a four-color process on an embossed metal container that’s been curled and assembled and beautifully made — and closes with a click.”

Though his collection includes a lot of pop culture relics from The Beatles to The Jetsons, he has a particular soft spot for the more humble and traditional tins.

“I like the underdogs of lunchboxes, which would be the red plaids, the generic. The ones with nothing on them at all, just solid colors or textures. Like Beaver Cleaver or the Brady Kids would have carried,” he says.

But Grace has plenty of pails with a bit more splash than something they would have carried. LL SHOWING HIS METTLE Graphic designer Charles Grace has collected almost 200 quirky lunchboxes over 25 years.

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BOX OFFICE Designer Charles Grace built a custom wall rack to display his unique collection of lunchboxes at LOCAL Life headquarters.

THE ONE HE PAID THE MOST FOR A Star Trek domeshaped lunchbox that cost $400. “It was in such great condition I made money on it the minute I bought it; it’s worth around $800,” he says. “And I like ‘Star Trek.’” A bonus for Grace was the fact that it still had a sales sticker. “Thermos puts stickers on them that say ‘Insulated Thermos.’ If those stickers survive, I really like it a lot,” he says.

THE ONE HE PAID THE LEAST FOR Another dome-shaped lunchbox that caught his eye is a Buccaneer-themed one he noticed a woman at a flea market using as her change box. “It’s like a pirate’s treasure chest, it’s probably worth about $300,” he says. “I said ‘That’s a pretty cool box. Would you sell that?’ She said, ‘Find me another box and you can have it.’ So I went and found another box somebody was selling, paid a quarter, and traded it for the dome. And now I’ve got that Thermos too.”

THE WEIRDEST ONE A lunchbox themed around the 1970 novella “Jonathan Livingston Seagull,” which was turned into a movie with a Neil Diamond soundtrack. “I saw the movie back in the day and it’s a questionable movie, with a questionable soundtrack and a questionable lunchbox. And I can’t imagine any child carrying that lunchbox,” he says. “If they just didn’t understand it and liked birds, maybe that’s the selling point. But that’s one of my favorite weird boxes. My friend had it who’s also a collector, and we goofed on it, and I had something he wanted so we traded. I gotta go back and watch the movie again.”

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FORMER GAME WARDEN DICK MCINTYRE HAS A REAL LOVE AFFAIR WITH DUCK DECOYS

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It’s been 50 years since Dick McIntyre got his first duck decoys. They weren’t special or rare, but he liked how they looked and he planned to use them to hunt.

“A guy who hung around downtown had throat cancer. As they treated it back then, he had a hole in his throat in order to breathe. You or me, if we fall out of a duck boat, we close our mouths if our head is underwater to keep water from going down our throat.

Charlie couldn’t do that with a hole in his throat. He would have drowned. He knew his duck hunting days were over, so he gave me his decoys,” McIntyre said.

“I crawled under his porch in Port Royal to get those decoys, clawing through spider webs, bugs and all the other critters that live under South Carolina porches.”

As it turned out, that creepy trip under the porch pointed him toward his career in the state’s wildlife and marine resources department.

Before World War II, decoys were of interest only to hunters. Most were handmade of wood, cork or tupelo gum. You could buy them at Montgomery Ward or Sears or make them yourself. (For you non-hunters,

BIRD BRAINED Dick McIntyre’s passion for decoys is boldly displayed at his home on northern Beaufort County’s Huspa Creek. The house is painted in McIntyre’s favorite colors, orange and purple. (His neighbors often suggest calmer colors but to no avail.)

The wraparound porch is bordered in overhead frieze boards with cutouts of 37 different decoys in McIntyre’s collection.

Inside the home, there are built-in staircase shelves that display decoys, along with displays in his office, living room, kitchen and hallway alcoves.

decoys are used to deceive live birds into thinking a pond or field is safe to land on. It isn’t.)

Mass-produced plastic decoys torpedoed the crafted decoys in the 1950s and it took a few decades for people to recognize the beauty, art and craftsmanship of handmade decoys. It was right about the time McIntyre was crawling under that Port Royal porch.

A few years later, McIntyre joined the South Carolina Wildlife and Marine Resources Department, now called the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

His job was to selectively enforce hunting laws.

McIntyre got started selling decoys when he was introduced to a colleague’s brother who was a Maryland decoy broker. He bought his first batch of 300 decoys on credit from the broker for $3 each.

He took several of them to a Ducks Unlimited magazine fundraising auction and quickly cleared a profit and sold the rest in less than a year. McIntyre bought more, this time for $7 each, and in six weeks, he said it earned him what he made in one year as a game warden.

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Emboldened, he bought a series of ads in the Ducks Unlimited magazine, offering to sell his inventory list for $1. Even before that first issue made its way to his mailbox, the mailman delivered a tray of 300 responses with a dollar bill tucked into each one. The problem? His inventory numbered only 40 decoys.

“I realized I was in over my head,” McIntyre said. “A friend of mine who worked for the post office was afraid I was going to be arrested for mail fraud. I sent the list to the first 40 envelopes I opened and wrote to the rest, telling them I was sold out but would be sending a new list soon. I grabbed a couple of friends, hitched up a U-Haul trailer and drove back up to the Northeast. I was buying decoys anywhere I could get them. I was off to the races.”

As he settled into his new career, he acquired many of his decoys in hotel lawn decoy swaps. Back then, decoy shows were held in hotels in the Northeast, but most of the trading was done outside of the hotel where smaller dealers would spread out their wares on a tarp and trade them back and forth. There was more trading than cash sales and McIntyre used the opportunity to build his inventory and his expertise.

Soon, decoy brokering was his only job and he started a business called Collectable Old Decoys and he quit his state job.

“If you have told me 40 years ago I would fly to New York to Christie’s to attend the David Rockefeller auction, I would’ve thought you were crazy,” he said. McIntyre was there this past spring to vet Rockefeller’s decoy collection and determine fair prices on behalf of his clients.

McIntyre orchestrated several decoy sales during the auction, which collected $832 million for charity and lasted until 3 in the morning, he said.

“Not all of them are particularly valuable, but they speak to me,” McIntyre said. “Today, most decoy collectors aren’t hunters. They appreciate decoys as American folk art.”

And if they have any questions about the history of the bird species or the decoy designed to lure it, McIntyre is the guy.

“I have a Ph.D. in decoys and it cost me about $5 million,” McIntyre said.

“It’s all I know and it’s what I love.” LL

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For someone who never has cookies in her house, Sandra Zajac sure has a lot of containers for them. The Sun City woman has been buying vintage cookie jars at garage sales, thrift stores, auctions and antique malls for decades. With 403 jars, she has quite an impressive collection.

“I take a lot of pride in my collection,” Zajac said. Not one of Zajac’s cookie jars has a chip. They are all high-end pieces and are in perfect condition. Her home is filled with just about every kind of cookie jar imaginable - from cows, rabbits and pigs to cars, trains and even Star Wars characters.

Zajac’s favorite cookie jars are displayed on shelves in her kitchen. She has every single one made by Brush Pottery, as well as several others made by McCoy Pottery, Shawnee Pottery and American Bisque. A jack-in-the-box cookie jar made by American Bisque was the first she purchased.

Zajac began collecting cookie jars in 1980 in New York. She recalled getting off the bus at Woolworths, where she found a plastic planter for $3, then walking two doors down to an antique store called Leo’s and buying a McCoy Pottery planter for 50 cents. Recognizing the value of her purchase, she decided to start buying every piece of pottery she could find for 50 cents or $1.

“That’s what I did, and it paid off for me,” Zajac said. “Now the pieces are worth hundreds of dollars. And the plastic, of course, is worth nothing.”

COOKIE QUEEN Sandra Zajac poses with her Hey Diddle Diddle (top) and Toothache Dog cookie jars.

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PUT A LID ON IT Rare jars in Sanda Zajac's collection include Indian Head by McCoy (top), Kitten on Ball of Yarn (left) and Davy Crockett, both by American Bisque.

Her friends used to ask why she bought so much junk. Now they understand how valuable that “junk” is.

As Anheuser-Busch’s chief media buyer for 25 years, Zajac traveled a lot for work, and she was always on the lookout for nearby antique malls. Zajac still goes to garage sales every weekend, looking for more treasures.

The 400-plus cookie jars Zajac has in her home are only a portion of what she used to own. At one point, she had more than 850 jars. She eventually decided to get rid of the lower-end ones. “Everybody who comes in here finds a jar and says, ‘Oh, my mother had one of them,’” Zajac said. “For my age people, that’s what their parents gave them.”

Cookie jars aren’t the only items Zajac collects. She also has large collections of teapots, Jadeite restaurantware, salt and pepper shakers and pins. Her job with Anheuser-Busch gave her the opportunity to attend four Olympics, where pin trading is a big thing. “Cookie jars are my passion,” she said. “Everything else is just stuff I find at garage sales.” LL

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HEY DIDDLE DIDDLE This Robinson-Ransbottom Pottery cookie jar was a favorite of Andy Warhol, who was an avid cookie jar collector. Zajac said cookie jars went up in value after Warhol acknowledged them as works of art in the 1980s.

SMILEY PIG AND WINNIE PIG These cookie jars were some of the more popular items created by Shawnee Pottery. Zajac explained that the Smileys were male pigs and the Winnies were female.

CAT ON COAL BUCKET These jars were made by McCoy Pottery in Ohio.

TOOTHACHE DOG Brown dog made by American Bisque of Williamstown, W.Va.

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A LOOK INSIDE BOB GREGORY’S EPIC MAN CAVE STORY BY CHARLIE CLARK + PHOTOS BY LLOYD WAINSCOTT All other man caves can aptly be called “boy caves” compared to the dream garage that’s home to Bob Gregory’s eclectic car collection.

His current favorite is a 1949 French Delahaye. Other cars include a couple of Bentleys, a 1948 Twin Pines milk truck that Gregory dubbed the “Norman Rockwell” of his collection, and a one-of-a-kind paddy wagon from 1928. The piece de resistance is his 1938 Packard, one of two in the world.

The word “garage” doesn’t quite do the space justice.

Gregory added a wing to his home in Colleton River to display his collection where the phrase “room with a view” takes on a new meaning. In addition to the incredible cars, it comes complete with a bar and apartment above the collection with strategically placed windows so guests always have a view of the gleaming automobiles below.

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HOT WHEELS Bob Gregory has many one-of-a-kind vehicles in his man cave, including a paddy wagon made entirely of wood, a 1938 Packard (one of two in the world) and a 1948 Divco milk truck. A car window tray advertises burgers for 25 cents and Coca Cola for 15 cents.

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A framed photo of Gregory and well-known car collector Jay Leno at the famed Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance is displayed on the bar. Surprisingly, Gregory had never been to what’s known as the crème de la crème of Concours events.

Leave it to him to make the trip memorable. He entered his Delahaye in the competition and came back with the crystal trophy that now sits along his winner’s circle wall of fame.

Even more interesting than the car collection is the man himself. His fascination with automobiles started when Gregory was nine.

Gregory hails from humble roots. His father repaired commercial washing machines and his admiration for his hard-working parents is palpable as he talks about them.

He was the first in his family to graduate from college, on the “decade plan,” since Gregory had a hard time deciding on a major. While in college, he had a successful side business selling insurance, but when he started diving into his finance classes, it suddenly clicked for him.

He became good friends with the dean of the finance department who saw promise in his student who was already earning more than himself in his side job. The dean introduced him to an up-andcoming group starting a fledgling investment firm.

Gregory was hired and became the eighth partner in the now global investment firm of Edward Jones.

If the saying holds true that “you are what you drive,” then Gregory’s collection aptly represents a man who is eclectic, elegant, whimsical and not afraid of a little fun. LL

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WINE NOT? Palmetto Bluff resident Joel Kleinman sits with a few bottles from his collection, including a 1983 Petrus Pomerol ($2,302), a 1986 Chateau Climens ($138) and a 1996 Chateau Mouton Rothschild ($626).

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Certified sommelier Jim Newcomb estimates that out of the approximate seven billion people in the world only 875,000 people are serious wine collectors. Local residents Joel Kleinman, Rob Dalehite and Ed Tyler delightfully fall into the wine-collector category.

LOCAL Life sat down with these three wine experts to discuss a popular topic among many. Here is the information they uncorked: LOCAL Life: What prompted you to start collecting wine?

“Most wine lovers have an epiphany bottle. Something that someone opened for them, or bought for dinner. That is the ‘ah ha, so that’s what it’s all about’ moment. Now they know that they like it, and it’s a journey from there,” Kleinman said.

“Mine was a red Burgundy in 1976. My father ordered it off a wine list and had no idea what it was. Shortly afterward, I went to a good wine shop and said I wanted to buy an assorted case of different wines to try. I got a variety of 1970 Bordeaux and 1969 red burgundies, the then current releases. I paid about $10 per bottle, a lot then, but ridiculously little in hindsight.”

“Oh, yes. For most people, there is that turning-point bottle,” said Dalehite, who grew up in the south but spent several years in San Francisco. “Living in the Bay area, I visited Napa every weekend for 15 years and got the wine bug. I built a lot of relationships with people in the region and got access to some pretty incredible wines. It was educational and transformative. I learned what was so great about wine and starting collecting.”

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For Ed Tyler, there was no epiphany bottle but an epiphany moment. “I got started selling wine in college back in the ‘70s. I bought about 50 bottles of a medium-priced French Bordeaux and stored it in our coat closet. But 15 years ago I had my epiphany. My wife took me to Napa for the first time for my 50th birthday. We visited several different wineries and joined several wine clubs that sent us wine every quarter. We got a lot of wine real quick.

If you’re going to start collecting wine, that’s a great way to do it,” Tyler. said.

[LL]: Are there changing trends since you first started collecting?

According to Kleinman, wines have become much better at the lower end of the market. “First growths Bordeaux and grand cru burgundies have always been great and by and large justify their prices. But the market is much better today for those who want a good wine experience at $25 per bottle. There are excellent foreign wines sold in the U.S. because there are no or very low tariffs. Ocean shipping costs far less. At that price level, growers have money to invest in vineyard maintenance and winery techniques. Winery practices are much more sanitary, so the frequency of contamination is lower. Selection in that segment of the market has improved enormously.”

[LL]: Is there one bottle you will never forget?

“For me, it was a ’53 Chateau Haut-Brion. We opened it on Sinatra’s 100th birthday. It took us 20 minutes to open it with a Durand wine opener, but it was super worth it,” said Dalehite.

“My special bottle I have not opened yet. It was a gift from a dear friend who has since passed away. It is a 2002 Harlan Estate. It sells for $1,200 to $1,500. I look at the bottle all the time and refuse to open it until we have a really important event to celebrate. It reminds me of him,” said Tyler. LL SIP, SWIRL, SWALLOW Joel Kleinman's collection includes a 1998 Chateau Haut-Brion ($563) and a 1970 Chateau Latour ($744).

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5 TIPS TO COLLECTING WINE GOOD STORAGE. You will need a location that maintains a consistent cold, damp, environment (approximately 52 degrees and 75-percent humidity) year-round. Kleinman recommends storing wine in a place where the temperature is stable and around 70 degrees, or buy a Cruvinet temperature controlled system.

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MAKE A GAME PLAN. This plan reflects you and how you want your collection to evolve.

DO YOUR RESEARCH. “Wine Folly” described three tiers of research: Basic Research: This includes critic ratings, point scores, vintage reports, vineyard location, tech sheets, tasting notes and retail price.

Intermediate Research: This includes the winemaker’s profile, the winery’s history, the wine region’s history, who imports the wine, how long the wines are anticipated to age, other wines the producer makes, and when the vines were planted.

Advanced Research: This includes who owns the winery, how are the wines distributed (restaurants, stores, member list), how long has the winery been operating, the wine’s release date, the number of bottles made, the winemaking ideology (biodynamic, natural yeasts, etc.), who initiated the winery’s fame/credibility, what other wineries or people influenced the winemaking ideologies of this particular winery or winemaker, other wines the winemaker makes (second projects or other labels), future plans of the winery (new equipment, vineyard purchases), the winery’s ability to generate interest in their wines, and the winery’s ability to export their wines.

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The art of collecting art

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LOCAL EXPERTS SHARE TIPS AND ADVICE FOR COLLECTING LIKE A PRO

A simple crayon drawing hung with a magnet on your refrigerator shows a portrait of your family and house, through the eyes of child. It makes you smile, and you save it because it’s not just a keepsake, it gives you joy. It’s a wonderful work of art that elicits emotion, and that’s what collecting art is all about.

If you want to collect “real,” grownup art, how do you start? Many of us wouldn’t recognize a Renoir from a Rembrandt and may be intimidated.

Learn from the pros: curators, artists, gallery personnel, other collectors. Be an informed buyer in order to discern good art from the mediocre, as well as how to protect yourself from being taken advantage of in the marketplace.

Ben Whiteside of Red Piano Art Gallery recommends working with a dealer you trust who verifies the authenticity of every piece and works to get the best price for you. He explained that a “dealer only gets one mistake.” If a piece of art turns out to be a fraud, for example, the dealer is finished. There is value in working with a reputable dealer to trade, upgrade and even return art if you’re not satisfied.

Before embarking on a quest for art, however, we must first understand ourselves. Look at art that appeals to you.

Why do I like this type of art? Is it the subject matter, the location it represents, the originality or the history? Do I feel an emotional response? To start, Whiteside suggests visiting galleries and art exhibits – Gibbs, Telfair, the Wyeth collection in Greenville – to see what truly speaks to you. It could be the subject matter or the medium: oils, bronze, sculptures …. “It’s a journey of self-discovery,” he said. “And it’s what collectors do for fun.”

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“Collecting has the power to bring meaning, passion and joy to our inner spirit.”

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Through this journey common threads will become visible. As you recognize them, you can develop your own vision and goals, much like a mission statement. Decide what you really like and why. Great collectors stay true to themselves. Art is not only an investment, it’s a reflection of who you are and what inspires you.

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Adrianne Lively of Camellia Art agrees. “Collect art for the visual stimulation that resonates emotionally with you. Then learn what you can about the artist. What is their thought process?

Why do they work in that medium? But first, the piece has to resonate with you.” Does it make me remember a place I long to be or to consider things I’ve never thought about? How does it make me feel? Does it make me see something differently or alter my perspective in some way?

It’s safe to say that most of us know how to buy a single piece of art. To build a collection, however, we need to formulate a plan to make multiple acquisitions over time. Whiteside recommends that novices buy original art that you enjoy and can afford, then actively upgrade.

Stay true to your tastes. That is what collecting is all about – it’s controlled buying done with purpose.

Sharing your art (and stories about your pieces, the artists and what it all means to you) is special indeed. Think back to when you were a child showing off your box of baseball cards or your collection of Barbie dolls to a new friend.

You were forming a new link in your social network and telling a lot about yourself to the new kid on the block. An art collection works the same way. So get started! LL

DON’T CONFUSE ART WITH DECORATION Diana Jaffe of Diana Jaffe Art provided the following tips and advice for art collecting: The No. 1 rule is to buy art you love and want to live with. Don’t buy art because the color matches your furniture. That is decoration, not art collecting. To collect art make sure you have a reputable gallery you trust and will inform you when new works of your favorite artist are available. Whenever possible, buy original works and not giclee or prints, though prints from master artists can and do appreciate in value. It is best to have a consistent body of art from a similar period, such as choosing contemporary art that references a certain subject. One collector I know specialized in the ash can movement and collected a substantial body of work before it became extremely expensive.

As an art collector you can be part of an artist’s success. Promote an artist you discover by purchasing their art, bringing others to see the work and spreading the word about the artist and their talent.

That will help both you and your favorite artist. When you look at the rise of many masters they had one major collector who supported their work and helped create their success in the art world.

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• Keep receipts and certificates of authenticity • Insure your art (remember the hurricanes?)

• Build provenance with biographical and career information about the artist • If possible, photograph the artist and ask them to inscribe catalogues, receipts or gallery invitations.

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TOP REASONS FOR COLLECTING ART • Experience an emotional connection with art • Support the arts in a meaningful way • Connect to the arts community and share with fellow enthusiasts • Thrill of the hunt • Connect with and support individual artists • Preserve history • Investment and legacy • Grace one’s home with beauty • Create social bonds • Enjoy benefits of lifelong learning

Judy Costello of J Costello Gallery shared this about two special art collectors: Herb and Dorothy Vogel are a working-class couple that amassed a collection of more than 4,700 pieces. They housed their art collection in a one bedroom apartment in New York City. Their purchasing criteria: They could carry it home, it was affordable, it fit in their apartment. They only bought what they loved.

They donated their collection to The National Gallery in Washington, D.C. and it was worth millions.

The Vogels were an inspiration to the art world.

Here is a quote about them from artist Richard Tuttle: “Most of us go through the world, never seeing anything. Then you meet somebody like Herb and Dorothy, who have eyes that see.”

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THE DISH ON THE AREA’S BEST HOMEMADE ICE CREAM

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STORY BY ROBYN PASSANTE + PHOTOGRAPHY BY MIKE RITTERBECK Some people enjoy popsicles in the summertime. Others sip slushies, nibble snow cones or cool off with cups of sorbet, gelato, frozen yogurt, Italian ice or frozen tropical drinks.

But there’s only one thing everyone screams for. Everybody likes to treat themselves to ice cream.

Of course when you’re talking about ice cream, there are variations in authenticity and quality. You can head to the nearest grocery store for a pint, whiz through a fastfood drive-thru line for what is probably more truthfully a “frozen dairy dessert,” or pony up to the nearest soft-serve machine for a swirly cone of lickable, flavored air.

But if you want the real, freshly homemade “hard” kind with premium ingredients and 14 percent butter fat in your bowl, you’ve got two delicious choices in the immediate area: Hilton Head Ice Cream on the island and Jack Frost Homemade Ice Cream in Okatie.

Because it’s summer - but really because year-round we all scream for it - we talked to the magic makers who head up those two operations to get the scoop on the Lowcountry’s favorite flavors and a bowlful of other tasty tidbits.

THE PROPRIETORS DAVID FOLTS, OWNER OF JACK FROST HOMEMADE ICE CREAM

CHERRY ON TOP Jack Frost Homemade Ice Cream has been made local and sold local since 2006. The Okatie shop offers wholesale pricing, starting at $70 per tub.

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Folts has been working with ice cream since he was 14 and owned his first ice cream parlor in New Jersey by his mid-20s. He eventually partnered with a distributor and moved his operation to a warehouse where he mass-produced ice cream for outlets throughout New York City. But he missed the interaction with customers. “It took away the joy because I was way out in the warehouse,” he says. “I love the part of making the ice cream and then talking with the people.”

He gets to do a lot now, seeing as how his ice cream shop next to Okatie Ale House is 12 feet by 22 feet. “I make the ice cream 3 feet away from the cash register,” he says. “It’s really, really small.”

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KATE KNISELY, OWNER OF HILTON HEAD ICE CREAM Kate Knisely bought Hilton Head Ice Cream in 2014 from Creegan Edmonds, who opened the shop in 1982. She had moved to Hilton Head Island after her parents retired here. Her background is in counseling, but Knisely was looking for a new business opportunity, and when she saw Hilton Head Ice Cream for sale and remembered going there as a child, she knew she wanted to help keep the tradition alive for today’s visitors and residents. “There were a few other potential buyers, but I promised I wouldn’t change the product or the environment; I wanted to keep it exactly as he started it,” she says. Knisely inherited two longtime employees in the deal, including Jeff Jukofsky, the ice cream maker, who’s been there for 15 years.

“I’ve tried training others and doing it myself, but he just has a touch,” she says. “You know a bucket made by Jeff when you taste it.”

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“We’ve all borrowed from each other at some point, especially in the beginning of the season,” Folts says.

Yet despite the similar starts, both establishments produce ice cream that tastes different from their competitors’, and that’s because the techniques vary from shop to shop.

“I keep all the ingredients separate and as I pull the ice cream out of the machine, I make layers,” Folts says.

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TWO IS BETTER THAN ONE A single scoop at Jack Frost will cost you $5. Get an extra scoop for just $1 more.

PERSONAL FAVES FOLTS: “My favorite is Cappuccino Flake.

It’s coffee ice cream with a chocolate flake … inside the chocolate flake has sea salt and espresso beans. It’s wonderful.”

KNISELY: “We do an alcoholic line of ice cream for Hilton Head Distillery. We provide the pints for them to sell: Butterscotch Rum ice cream, Butterscotch Whiskey and a Coconut Rum ice cream.”

ODDBALL FLAVORS KNISELY: “I tell people If they give me 48 hours, I can make any flavor they can think up.” That has included Maple Bacon, Sriracha Avocado, Black Toasted Sesame, and S’mores. “I enjoy those because you have people coming to you and saying they want specific tastes, but when you’re making ice cream, you have to decide are you adding ingredients? Flavoring the cream?”

THE MOST POPULAR FLAVORS KNISELY: “Cookie Monster. It’s bright blue and it’s got Oreos and cookie dough … the kids go crazy for colors. Cookie Monster is Oreo ice cream and Cookie Dough ice cream combined, but the adults won’t order it because it’s bright blue. And it turns your mouth blue.”

FOLTS: “My biggest-selling flavors are liquor-based: Bailey’s Irish Cream and Rum Raisin with Captain Morgan-soaked raisins. I soak the raisins for a couple of weeks and then I make the ice cream,” he says. “But Bailey’s outsells the Rum Raisin. Bailey’s pays my rent.”

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FOLTS: “People love my Peach ice cream. People know as soon as they see the guys selling peaches on the roadside that Dave has Peach ice cream.”

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KNISELY: “When you come to Hilton Head, I have a lot of people that always want the traditional: Pistachio, Rum Raisin, Peach, Butter Pecan, a lot of those Southern tastes.”

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LOCAL FLAVOR Hilton Head Ice Cream offers many unique flavors including Chocolate Cayenne and Peach Pecan.

THE SCOOP ON TOPPINGS FOLTS: “The most popular toppings are gummy bears and Sour Patch Kids.

Older adults and kids love the Sour Patch Kids. I’ve read once that children and seniors have a thing for sour.” LL

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Good for the soul STORY BY BARRY KAUFMAN PHOTOGRAPHY BY MIKE RITTERBECK

RUBY LEE OWNER TIM SINGLETON SHARES A FEW POINTERS FOR MAKING AUTHENTIC LOWCOUNTRY CUISINE

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Tim Singleton is not a man to give away secrets. The methods and wizardry at work in his kitchen, where his chefs Miss Laverne and Robert Singleton craft a menu of timeless soul food staples, are kept under the strictest confidence.

It’s hard to blame the guy. After all, these are techniques that have been passed down from generation to generation, carefully cultivated over a lifetime spent in the kitchens of native islanders. Every restaurant has secret recipes that they don’t want to give out.

But Ruby Lee’s recipes aren’t just kept quiet for professional reasons. The food here is a love letter to the culture that has long called this island home.

“My menu is based on the things I’ve fallen in love with over the last 40-plus years of my life, ever since I’ve been eating food,” Singleton said. “Ruby Lee’s has become a nice boutique restaurant on Hilton Head.

We’ve been able to find a niche; we’ve been able to thrive and become something that’s sustainable for this culture — black, Gullah, native Islander, however you want to label it. I try not to box myself in. I try to serve any and all.”

Serving any and all means pairing traditional Gullah favorites from oxtail stew, oysters, catfish and fried chicken against more mainstream fare from burgers to steaks. Even those more accessible dishes pack a subtle kick of soul-food flavoring, courtesy of the one secret ingredient Singleton is willing to share: patience.

“The old folks used to say, ‘Don’t rush the pot.’

Everybody wants to turn the fire up and blaze it, and it just doesn’t have the same flavor,” he said. This patient approach means everything is cooked to order and held to the same standards of not rushing the pot.

That can mean some extended wait times, particularly when the summer tourist season packs the place with visitors traveling in large parties. Unlike most restau-

UNIQUE ATMOSPHERE Ruby Lee's South serves up an old, sophisticated juke joint ambiance.

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rants, however, visitors come here looking for an extended wait time.

“That’s why we have the music. That’s why we have the ambiance.

We are not a fast-food restaurant. . . . From top to bottom, whether it’s our collard greens or our mac and cheese, whether it’s good old garlic mashed potatoes or candied yams — one of my favorites — we take our time and get it right.”

From the ground up, Ruby Lee’s South was built to be a place where you take your time and enjoy the experience. That same philosophy went into the design behind TimBuk2, the restaurant’s sister cigar bar. “I love the cigar bar. I like to go back there and hide,” Singleton said with a laugh.

That dedication to patience, whether in the time it takes to create soul food perfection or in the extended break offered by a quality cigar, harkens back to a simpler time in Hilton Head Island’s history, when life moved at a tranquilly languid pace.

“Obviously we didn’t invent burgers, but we invented the flavors we use in our burgers.

It’s the same with our Ruby wings. We didn’t invent wings, but we sell more spicy Ruby wings than the law should allow,” he said, again with that ever-present laugh. “I can’t take credit for being the originator of any of this stuff. I have two incredible people in the kitchen.”

THURSDAYS 1PM – 6PM Old Town Bluffton on Calhoun Street at the Carson Cottages FARM TO TABLE CHEF DEMOS MASTER GARDENERS, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, KIDS ACTIVITIES LOCAL PRODUCE, PLANTS, HONEY, MEAT, DAIRY, BAKED GOODS, SWEETS, SPECIALTY FOODS, PREPARED FOODS, & MORE

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SECOND ACT Former Hilton Head Island High School football coach Tim Singleton appears to be getting the last laugh on his haters. His restaurants are a destination for good times.

COMFORT FOOD The oxtail stew at Ruby Lee's must be tried.

The meat is so tender, it melts in your mouth.

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Singleton is quick to give credit to his chefs, knowing that his own talents in the kitchen are far outweighed by his talents as the front-of-house greeter and smiling face of the restaurant. “I try not to get back in the kitchen. I critique, I taste, I can cook anything on the menu, but I try not to get in the kitchen much anymore. I have two people back there I trust to make things happen and they do a great job for us.”

It’s hard to argue, given the mouth-watering menu that deftly leaps between soul food and American fare while always staying true to the Gullah roots. “It’s comfort food that warms the soul, sticks to the ribs and is healthy.

There’s a misconception that soul food is unhealthy,” he said, pointing out the copious vegetables in each dish and noting that the restaurant avoids using heavy creams and the like. “We just take our time. I’m really proud of it. Couple that with ambiance and music, it all works.” LL

GOOD FOR THE SOUL Find many Southern favorites at Ruby Lee's, including mac and cheese, fried chicken, green beans and cornbread.

Ruby Lee’s Classified Recipes

What’s the secret ingredient to the soul food classics at Ruby Lees besides patience? What secret time-test recipes have been used to fill this mouth-watering menu? We don’t know, frankly.

And Tim Singleton wasn’t about to give any of his recipes away.

We did convince him to share a few pointers with us.

FRIED CHICKEN

Our fried chicken recipe is really simple…. Actually, I’m not going to talk about the fried chicken.

SHRIMP AND GRITS

Little butter. Little peppers and onions. Just a hint of flour to create that thickness of gravy. Little season salt, pepper and our special accent. Throw sausage in there and brown it, put shrimp on that and brown it. It’s not a long dish, just 5-8 minutes, 12 minutes max.

Cook it on low and let it steam and let the flavors cross-pollinate.

It’s a beautiful thing. Let it simmer and put it over hot, buttery grits.

We do stone grits here and that’s something I’m really proud of.

CATFISH

We do a 9-ounce catfish fillet, simply seasoned with season salt and our special accent. Flour it. Fry 3 1/2-6 minutes. It’s perfect.

Flaky white fish. I didn’t tell you our all-purpose accent, but those three things will get you a good piece of fish. Some people use corn meal, but I don’t. I think it’s too gritty.

MAC AND CHEESE

Boil noodles. Grate sharp cheddar cheese. We cook ours on the stove top first with some salt and pepper and our accent seasoning we create. Some people use heavy cream, we don’t. Heavy cream makes it sweeter. Can’t forget your eggs in there, because that holds it together. Put it in a pan and bake it 8-12 minutes.

Don’t rush that either. It comes out fluffy and delicious. I’m sure I’m missing something, and I’m happy I am.

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Recipes worth collecting A FEW WARM WEATHER RECIPES FROM LOCAL RESTAURANTS

MICHAEL ANTHONY'S CUCINA ITALIANA

Seared Scallop with Amarena Cherry Reduction

INGREDIENTS 8 sea scallops 4 Fabbri Amarena cherries, for garnish (available at Michael Anthony’s Market) 1/2 cup Fabbri Amarena cherry syrup 1/4 cup aged balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup sugar 4 tablespoons butter Grapeseed oil, for sautéing Mixed baby greens or spring mix DIRECTIONS Add the cherry syrup, vinegar and sugar into a medium saucepan and bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer until it reduces to syrupy consistency. Remove from heat and stir in the butter until smooth. Pat the scallops dry; season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the grapeseed oil. Sear the scallops over moderately high heat until golden, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm. To serve, spread a dollop of the cherry reduction onto individual serving plates. Place a few mixed greens on top.

Place two scallops on top of greens and drizzle a little more of the cherry reduction on top of scallop.

Garnish each plate with an Amarena cherry.

HUDSON’S SEAFOOD HOUSE ON THE DOCKS

Cast Iron Cajun Shrimp SERVES 4

INGREDIENTS 1 pound 16/20 tail-on shrimp (available at Hudson’s) 1 cup clarified butter 1/2 cup Hudson’s blackening spice or your favorite Cajun spice (Emeril’s Essence or Paul Prudhomme’s blackening seasoning) 1 lemon, halved 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 1 cast iron skillet DIRECTIONS Place the cast iron skillet on top of the grill and heat. To achieve a proper sear, make sure the pan is extremely hot. While the skillet gets hot, take the 20 shrimp (five per person) and pat them dry. Make sure that both sides are done.

Line the shrimp on a dry plate. Place the Hudson’s blackening spice and the clarified butter in separate small bowls. Make sure the butter is at room temperature. To blacken the shrimp: One at a time, take each shrimp and dredge it in the blackening spice, shaking off the excess. Then dip the shrimp in the clarified butter and place the shrimp in the skillet starting at the top (noon position). Place each new shrimp in order around the pan until all the shrimp are in the skillet. Hard sear the shrimp. When the last shrimp is placed in the skillet, go back to the first and flip each shrimp in the same order. While the shrimp are still in the skillet, squeeze the juice of a half lemon and then top the shrimp with the fresh chopped parsley. Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel to drain excess butter. Served immediately.

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CAPTAIN WOODY’S

Watermelon Salad with Shrimp

INGREDIENTS 1 watermelon, diced 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled 15 basil leaves, torn 1 cup baby spinach spring mix 1 avocado, sliced 1/4 cup pomegranate molasses vinaigrette 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 cup garlic wine

DIRECTIONS Marinate shrimp in garlic wine for 5 minutes. Skewer and grill for 2 minutes on each side. Toss watermelon, feta, basil, spinach and avocado. Top with grilled shrimp skewers and drizzle with vinaigrette.

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Crown Royal Pomegranate Slush YIELDS 10-12 12-OUNCE DRINKS

INGREDIENTS 48 ounces cranberry juice, divided 36 ounces pomegranate juice 16 ounces Florida orange juice 2 limes, juiced 1 cup granulated sugar 16 ounces Crown Royal 1/2 cup water 24 mint leaves, rolled and sliced thin DIRECTIONS In a large freezer-safe container combine Crown Royal, pomegranate juice, orange juice, half of cranberry juice, sugar, lime juice and water. Stir well and cover. Freeze slush for 4-5 hours, or until icy, stirring every 20-30 minutes. For serving, scrape a spoon across the top of the frozen mixture and into glasses. Portion “slush” half way to top. Finish with reserved cranberry juice. Stir until slushy and top with mint. Enjoy * An additional, rim mixture can be made by zesting two lemons, and then allowing the zest to dry overnight on a paper towel. After drying, crush zest by hand and mix with 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Place lemon sugar mixture on a flat six-inch plate. Moisten rims of glasses with water and then rub rims through lemon sugar.

OPEN DAILY AT 11 AM SERVING LUNCH AND DINNER BRUNCH ON SUNDAYS AT 10 AM

1 Hudson Road, HHI, SC 843.681.2772 hudsonsonthedocks.com @hudsonsseafood

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Hot cookbook: Fun & Simple Gourmet Hilton Head Island’s Gerri “Gigi” Wilson is releasing a new cookbook titled “Fun & Simple Gourmet” in September. The book features elegantly easy cuisine with straightforward menus and beautiful food and lifestyle photography. From simple green smoothies to elegant dinner parties and decadent desserts, Wilson shares recipes, tips and helpful hints to make your home cooking fun and simple gourmet. Purchase the book for $24.95 at gigiwilson.com.

FRESH CATCH Blackened local fish, tomato coulis, spinach jumbo lump crab and a Parmesan crust make up this awesome dish available at Hudson's Seafood House on the Docks.

Boat to table: Hudson’s partners with Good Catch program Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks has partnered with Good Catch, a leading conservation program that generates awareness and leads communities in support of local fisheries and consumption of responsibly harvested seafood. Restaurants that partner with Good Catch have committed to serve local, sustainable seafood from the Southeast region of the United States. Platinum Partners are also committed to recycling and reducing the use of single-use plastics at their businesses. “Producing and procuring the finest local seafood has always been at the core of Hudson’s values,” restaurant owner Andrew Carmines said. “To be able to partner with Good Catch truly validates all of the hard work.”

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Darren Clarke’s Tavern adds new chef Darren Clarke’s Tavern has added Chef Drew Racin to its kitchen. Formerly a chef at Lucky Rooster Kitchen + Bar, Racin hopes to help elevate Darren Clarke among the best restaurants on the Hilton Head Island. While many of the menu favorites remain - including steaks and the popular tavern food - the restaurant has added several local and fresh side dishes to the menu. Racin graduated from the Culinary Institute of America.

Little named chef de cuisine at Alexander’s Alexander’s Restaurant and Wine Bar has named Matt Little as its chef de cuisine. Among Little’s previous experience is executive sous chef at the Westin Richmond, Va., and most recently as the culinary associate team leader for Whole Foods. “Matt will be working alongside our executive chef Sean Carroll to continue to wow our guests with their creative dishes,” said Brian Couey, director of food and beverage at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort.

Sea Pines Resort promotes acclaimed chef Hot product: Fabbri Amarena Cherries Family made since 1905, these luscious dark red cherries are the result of carefully selecting the best fruit, seeded and candied in syrup. To enjoy it like an Italian, simply top it with ice cream or sponge cake. Of course, you could also eat them straight from the jar like we do. Available in the Market at Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana.

Credited with improving culinary experiences at The Sea Pines Resort during the past year, Chef Farid Ahmed has been promoted to the position of executive chef, Harbour Town. Ahmed, who has been chef de cuisine at Links, an American Grill, since joining The Sea Pines Resort in February 2017 - will remain responsible for the culinary offerings at Links while directing the cuisine at the awardwinning Inn & Club at Harbour Town. Responsibilities include inroom dining, banquet operations, the conference center, Harbour Town Bakery & Café and Sundeck Café. Ahmed graduated with honors from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Atlanta in 2007. He worked as chef de cuisine for 10 years at Pinehurst Resort before joining The Sea Pines Resort culinary team.

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A SELECTION OF EATERIES THAT LOCALS MUST TRY

HILTON HEAD NORTH END THE CRAZY CRAB Seafood Specializing in fresh seafood with two waterfront locations. The north end restaurant features a playground for the little ones and the largest saltwater fish tank on the island.

The south end restaurant is situated in the heart of Harbour Town. $$ thecrazycrab.com 104 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island 843-681-5021 149 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island 843-363-2722 FRANKIE BONES Italian, Steakhouse This swanky restaurant has the feel of the ’50s and ‘60s city lounges of Chicago, Las Vegas and New York.

Specializing in steaks, seafood, pasta and hand-shaken martinis.

Open seven days a week for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. $$ frankieboneshhi.com 1301 Main Street, Hilton Head Island 843-682-4455 HEALTHY HABIT Salad Farm-fresh chopped salads featuring locally sourced ingredients, including non-GMO produce, grassfed beef, cage-free raised poultry and small batch dressings made from scratch. Each salad is chopped to allow its flavors and textures to envelope every bite. $ healthyhabithhi.com 55 Mathews Drive, Suite 116, Hilton Head Island 843-686-5600

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HUDSON’S SEAFOOD HOUSE ON THE DOCKS Seafood The Carmines family owns a fishing fleet and oyster farm. As a result, much of their seafood originates from local waters. Most tables feature incredible views of Port Royal Sound. This place is an institution. $$ hudsonsonthedocks.com 1 Hudson Road, Hilton Head Island 843-681-2772 OKKO Asian Specializing in contemporary Japanese and Thai cuisine. The atmosphere is sleek and upscale.

Watch the hibachi chef prepare your meal to order from a selection of fresh meats, seafood and vegetables. $$ okkohhi.com 95 Mathews Drive, Suite C, Hilton Head Island 843-341-3377 RUBY LEE’S Southern A hotspot for sports, blues and soul food. Owned by Hilton Head’s former high school football coach, Tim Singleton.

Great Southern-style food at an affordable price. $$ rubylees.com 46 Old Wild Horse Road, Hilton Head Island 843-681-7829 19 Dunnagans Alley, Hilton Head Island 843-785-7825 SKULL CREEK BOATHOUSE Seafood Enjoy beautiful views of Skull Creek, fresh local seafood, unique sushi creations and some of the best cocktails around. A fantastic place to be at sunset. $$

skullcreekboathouse.com 397 Squire Pope Road, Hilton Head Island 843-681-3663 SKULL CREEK DOCKSIDE Seafood The newest restaurant from SERG Restaurant Group.

The restaurant resembles an oldstyle river house, full of authentic architecture, reclaimed wood, and nautical accents that leave you feeling like you’ve stepped into a Melville novel. The menu

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Buy one entree and get the second one half off through Labor Day (Sept. 3) at Darren Clarke’s Tavern. The special coincides with an updated menu, which includes steak tartare, grilled thick-cut bacon, oysters Rockefeller, along with steaks, shepherd’s pie, hash and more.

The restaurant has introduced a kids’ menu of cheeseburgers, chicken fingers, fish and chips and grilled cheese sandwiches.

includes popular American, Italian, and Southern staples, including steaks, barbecue, and of course, seafood. $$ docksidehhi.com 2 Hudson Road, Hilton Head Island 843-785-3625 STREET MEET American The menu at this familyfriendly tavern is full of surprises — from its award-winning hot dogs to healthy options such as the Power Bowl and the Skinny Bowl. It’s also the unofficial headquarters for Cleveland Browns fans. $$ streetmeethhi.com 95 Mathews Drive, Hilton Head Island 843-842-2570 WISE GUYS American, Steakhouse Unique to the island for its contemporary, sophisticated and urban feel. Each steak is prepared in a Montague Steakhouse broiler, which sears the meat at temperatures up to 1,800 degrees. $$$ wiseguyshhi.com 1513 Main St., Hilton Head Island 843-842-8866

HILTON HEAD MID ISLAND ALEXANDER’S Seafood One of the island’s most beloved restaurants, now operated

by Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort. Fresh local seafood and a great early bird special. $$$ alexandersrestaurant.com 76 Queens Folly Road, Hilton Head Island 843-785-4999

ALFRED’S American European-trained executive chef Alfred Kettering combines some of the most appealing elements of classic American and Continental cuisine. $$$ alfredshiltonhead.com 807 William Hilton Pkwy, Suite 1200, Hilton Head Island 843-341-3117

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ELA’S ON THE WATER Seafood Exceptional water views, fresh catch seafood, prime cut steaks and a sophisticated atmosphere. Family­owned and operated. $$$ elasgrille.com 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island 843-785-3030 FISHCAMP AT BROAD CREEK Seafood The pet-friendly patio of this waterfront eatery offers a full bar, backyard games and live music. A good time will be had by all. $$ fishcamphhi.com 11 Simmons Road, Hilton Head Island 843-842-2267 THE FRENCH BAKERY Bakery In addition to their loyal customers, the Belka family provides bread for many local restaurants, golf clubs, hotels and Whole Foods. $$ frenchbakeryhiltonhead.com 28 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Towne Centre 843-342-5420

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HAROLD’S DINER Diner The owner and head chef love to give customers a hard time as part of the entertainment. Harold’s serves up one of the best burgers on the island. $ 641 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island 843-301-0895 JANE BISTRO AND BAR American Anne Sergent, executive chef and owner, offers a classic menu with an urban twist.

Try the toasted pecan cranberry chicken salad and coconut cake. $$ janehhi.com 28 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Towne Centre 843-686-5696 LUCKY ROOSTER KITCHEN + BAR American, Southern An American bistro with Southern soul. The menu is small and focused, but offers a large variety of refined comfort foods and adventurous dishes. $$ luckyroosterhhi.com 841 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island 843-681-3474

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We don't just serve award winning burgers but mind blowing music too.

OLD OYSTER FACTORY Seafood A destination for locals and visitors for more than 25 years. Voted one of the "Top 100 Scenic View Restaurants" by Open Table. $$ oldoysterfactory.com 101 Marshland Road, Hilton Head Island 843-681-6040 POSEIDON Seafood The most popular restaurant in booming Shelter Cove Towne Centre. Great lunch and dinner menus with late night events on the Rooftop Bar. $$ poseidonhhi.com 38 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Towne Centre 843-341-3838 RUAN THAI CUISINE Thai Authentic central Thai cooking at its best. Madefrom-scratch recipes have been passed down through generations. The Shrimp Pad Thai is amazing. $$ myruanthaihut.com 811 William Hilton Pkwy, Hilton Head Island 843-785-8575 1107 Main St., Hilton Head Island 843-681-3700 26 Towne Drive, Bluffton 843-757-9479 SANTA FE CAFE Southwestern Authentic Southwestern cuisine. After dark, dine under the stars in the open-air climate controlled rooftop cantina. The Painted Desert Soup is fantastic. $$ santafehhi.com 807 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island 843-785-3838 SEA GRASS GRILLE Seafood Intimate yet casual dining in a Lowcountry beach house setting. Locally famous for their fresh seafood. Try the Grouper Piccata. $$

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seagrassgrille.com 807 William Hilton Pkwy, Suite 1000, Hilton Head Island 843-785-9990

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VEGAN SAUCES AND DRESSINGS CLASS PLANNED

The Palmetto Plant Eaters Club is hosting a vegan sauces and dressings class from 1 to 4 p.m, Saturday, Aug. 4 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry in Bluffton. The cost is $45 per person and is limited to 15 participants.

Register online at CarlaGoldenWellness.com.

HILTON HEAD SOUTH END ANNIE O’S KITCHEN Southern Healthy Southerninspired dishes created with fresh, organic, all-natural ingredients like grass-fed beef, pastured pork, free-range chicken and wild sustainable seafood. $$ annieohhi.com 124 Arrow Road, Hilton Head Island 843-341-2664 THE BIG BAMBOO CAFE American A South Pacific themed cafe across from the

beach specializing in local seafood and salads. Live music with a great beer selection. $$ bigbamboocafe.com 1 N Forest Beach Dr, Suite 210, Coligny Plaza 843-686-3443 THE BLACK MARLIN BAYSIDE GRILL Seafood, Steakhouse Featured on the Food Network.

Great selections of fresh local seafood. Dine inside or out on the expansive covered patio. $$ blackmarlinhhi.com 86 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island 843-785-4950 BULLIES BBQ Barbecue Lean pork, chicken and brisket slow-smoked over hickory and mesquite woods.

The hot slaw must be tried. $$ bulliesbbq.com 3 Regency Parkway, Hilton Head Island 843-686-7427 CAPTAIN WOODY’S Seafood A neighborhood bar and grill specializing in shrimp, clams, oysters and signature fish sandwiches. $$ captainwoodys.com 6 Target Road, Hilton Head Island 843-785-2400 17 State of Mind St., Bluffton 843-757-6222 CHARBAR CO. Burgers Award-winning gourmet burgers. Additionally, it features specialty craft beers and music memorabilia spanning the decades. $$ charbar.com 33 Office Park Road, Suite 213, Hilton Head Island 843-785-2427 CHARLIE’S L’ETOILE VERTE Seafood, American A family owned and operated

restaurant that specializes in fresh seafood, lamb and steak. The menu is written by hand each day. $$$ charliesgreenstar.com 8 New Orleans Road, Hilton Head Island 843-785-9277 CHOW DADDY’S Southern Offering sensational, ampedup Southern food in a relaxed, casual setting. Southern comfort meets unpretentious sophistication. $$ chowdaddys.com 14B Executive Park Road, Hilton Head Island 843-842-2469 15 Towne Drive, Bluffton 843-757-2469 COAST Seafood, American Located at Sea Pines Beach Club. Rated a “Top 100 Best Al Fresco Dining Restaurants in America”

by OpenTable. $$$ coastoceanfrontdining.com 87 N Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island 843-842-1888 CRANE'S TAVERN Steakhouse An island favorite for USDA prime grade beef and fresh local seafood since 1999. This old English style pub offers a warm atmosphere with white tablecloths and an ornate bar. The wine list is fantastic. cranestavern.com 26 New Orleans Road, Hilton Head Island 843-341-2333

Brandon Burke Executive Chef

Charbar Co. is a fresh approach to not just “better burgers” but to the burger segment as a whole. Our chef–driven menu features true gourmet quality burgers, sandwiches, salads and more.

Our Burgers have been voted the Best on Hilton Head for the past 6 years in a row and placed in the top 20 burgers in the world at last years World Burger Championship.

Located in Park Plaza 843.785.2427 WWW.CHARBAR.CO

DARREN CLARKE’S TAVERN Steakhouse Professional golfer Darren Clarke teamed up with an experienced New York City restauranteur to create this one-of-a-kind establishment.

Steaks are imported from the mountains of Montana. $$ darrenclarkestavern.com 8 Executive Park Road, Hilton Head Island 843-341-3002

HELP US STAY FRESH Got a tasty tidbit on a new restaurant or any other food-related news?

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eats DELISHEE YO Healthy Organic meals, freshly pressed juice and clean snacks make this a favorite for the yoga, fitness and health community. $ delisheeeyo.com 32 Palmetto Bay Road, Hilton Head Island 843-785-3633 FAT BABY’S PIZZA AND SUBS Pizza A place that captures the spirit of a classic, 1970s neighborhood pizza joint. Fresh, fast, homemade and really, really good. $$ fatbabyspizza.com 1034 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island 843-842-4200 FRASER'S TAVERN Southern, Seafood Located in the beautiful Plantation Golf Club in Sea Pines. Southern-inspired cuisine and regionally-sourced produce and products. Floor-toceiling windows provide awesome 270 degree views. $$$ seapines.com/dining 100 N Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island 843-842-1441 HINOKI Asian Celebrating 16 years of serving locals great sushi, sashimi and other Japanese specialties.

The interior is peaceful and serene, with cypress wood throughout the restaurant. $$ hinokihhi.com 37 New Orleans Road, Hilton Head Island 843-785-9800 HOLY TEQUILA Mexican Gourmet tacos, salads, quesadillas, burritos and small plates all around $10, with a full bar offering mixologist-inspired cocktails and over 50 kinds of tequilas. Be sure to order the Street Corn before your main course and the churros after. $$ holytequila.com 33 Office Park Road, Park Plaza 843-681-8226 JAVA BURRITO CO. Mexican A family-owned and operated Mexican grill and coffee

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bar. The burrito bar sources organic and local food. Everything tastes ultra-fresh. The coffee is some of the best on the island. $$ javaburritoco.com 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Suite J6, The Village at Wexford 843-842-5282 THE JAZZ CORNER Jazz Club, American An authentic big city nightclub atmosphere.

Live music seven nights a week with some of the world’s best jazz musicians taking the stage. The food is world class as well. $$$ thejazzcorner.com 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Suite C-1, The Village at Wexford 843-842-8620 LOCAL PIE Pizza Neapolitan-style woodfired pizza baked crisp and thin in 900 degree custom pizza ovens.

Everything is locally sourced.

The daily specials are bold and adventurous. $$ localpie.com 55 New Orleans Road, Hilton Head Island 843-842-7437 15 State Of Mind St., Bluffton 843-837-7437 A LOWCOUNTRY BACKYARD Southern The travel website “Only in Your State” ranked the shrimp and grits the best in the state of South Carolina. We feel the Charleston Fried Green Tomato BLT is even better. $$ hhbackyard.com 32 Palmetto Bay Road, Hilton Head Island 843-785-9273 MICHAEL ANTHONY’S CUCINA ITALIANA Italian An island favorite for over 15 years. An authentic Italian eatery similar to ones found in the Italian neighborhoods around Philadelphia, where the Fazzini family moved from. $$$ michael-anthonys.com 37 New Orleans Road, Hilton Head Island 843-785-6272

OMBRA CUCINA RUSTICA Italian Chef Michael Cirafesi has collected many awards and accolades for his classical Italian cuisine. Antique brick and reclaimed barn wood timbers give the restaurant a Tuscan farmhouse feel. $$$ ombrahhi.com 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Suite G2, Hilton Head Island 843-842-5505

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Fans of Charbar Co. will be interested in the restaurant’s new summer menu that includes a barbecue macaroni and cheese sandwich, made with marinated bourbon barbecue pulled pork, macaroni and cheese balls, red onion and tomato on Texas toast. Find more online at charbar.co.

ONE HOT MAMA’S Barbecue Known for their pit-toplate meats, smoked low and slow. A family-friendly place run by Orchid Paulmeier, a finalist on the Food Network Star reality series. Great "meat and 3" lunch offerings. $$ onehotmamas.com 7 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Island 843-682-6262

PALMETTO BAY SUNRISE CAFE Breakfast, American Serving the island’s most popular breakfast all day long. Benedicts, omelets, quiche and baked dishes are out of this world. Early bird special from 6 to 8 a.m. Great sandwiches for lunch as well. $$ palmettobaysunrisecafe.com 86 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island 843-686-3232 POMODORI Italian A family owned and operated Italian eatery. Casual yet sophisticated dinner offerings of traditional favorites, as well as fresh seafood options and antipasti plates. Best bolognese in the Lowcountry. $$ gopomodori.com 1 New Orleans Road, Hilton Head Island 843-686-3100 RED FISH Seafood, American A blend of housemade spices, tropical fruits and vegetables are combined with Lowcountry specialties at this local favorite. The restaurant uses produce from its own farm. $$$ redfishofhiltonhead.com 8 Archer Road, Hilton Head Island 843-686-3388 32 Bruin Road, Bluffton 843-837-8888 REILLEY’S GRILL & BAR American An island institution since 1982. Serving steaks, seafood and pub sandwiches in a setting reminiscent of a true Boston pub. $$ reilleyshiltonhead.com 7D Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Island 843-842-4414 95 Matthews Drive, Hilton Head Island 843-681-4153 ROCK FISH SEAFOOD & STEAKS AT BOMBORAS American, Seafood An Ohio family owned and operated restaurant near Coligny Beach, offering fresh and local Lowcounty ingredients paired with craft beers and wines.

Great happy hour. $$

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eats bomborasgrille.com 5 Lagoon Road, Hilton Head Island 843-689-2662 SALTY DOG CAFE Seafood Hilton Head’s most famous restaurant. Serving seafood, salads and sandwiches at an incredible waterfront location.

Eat inside, out on the deck or at the expansive outdoor bar. $ saltydog.com 232 S. Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island 843-671-2233 1414 Fording Island Road, Bluffton 843-837-3344 SAGE ROOM American Considered one of the island’s best restaurants. Fine dining in a casual atmosphere with unique appetizers, diverse cuisine and innovative nightly specials. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. $$$ thesageroom.com 81 Pope Ave., Suite 13, Hilton Head Island 843-785-5352 THE SEA SHACK Seafood Fresh seafood made to order and served on paper plates in a diner-like atmosphere. Blackboard specials change daily but fried favorites are always on the menu.

Locals and loyal visitors keep this place hopping. $$ seashackhhi.com 6 Executive Park Road, Hilton Head Island 843-785-2464 SIGNE’S Bakery, Cafe A Hilton Head Island tradition for more than 36 years. Specializing in Southernstyle baked goods made fresh daily. Perfected breakfast recipes, savory salads and sandwiches and heavenly desserts. $$ signesbakery.com 93 Arrow Road, Hilton Head Island 843-785-9118 THE SMOKEHOUSE Barbecue, Southern Serving up its famous, award-winning barbecue

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on the island since 1999. It offers a diverse lunch and dinner menu, including many specialties such as ribs, wings and chili. Terrific happy hour. $$ smokehousehhi.com 34 Palmetto Bay Road, Hilton Head Island 843-842-4227

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Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar is hosting a special Lamole di Lamole Toscana wine dinner from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 8. The event will feature a five-course dinner along with delectable Lamole di Lamole Toscana wines presented by Erin Harris. The cost is $100 per person (including tax and gratuity). Reserve online at alexandersrestaurant.com or call 855-511-0999 after noon.

TRUFFLES CAFE American A diverse menu featuring incredible soups, salads and sandwiches, signature chicken pot pie, house-breaded fried shrimp, pasta, ribs, steaks and scrumptious desserts. $$ trufflescafe.com 71 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island 843-671-6136 91 Towne Dr., Bluffton 843-815.5551 VINE American Tucked away in the corner of Coligny Plaza, this cramped and loud dinner spot

BLUFFTON BBQ Barbecue, Southern This is not fast food; it's slow-cooked for at least 12 hours. It is served until the food runs out, and then there's always beer. Possibly the Lowcountry’s best barbecue with an awesome Old Town location.

Owner Ted Huffman is a local legend. $$ 11 State Of Mind Way, Bluffton 843-757-7427 THE BLUFFTON ROOM American Simple American cuisine prepared with the finest available ingredients in an intimate and vibrant atmosphere. Well-crafted cocktails, gracious service and tableside preparations evoke the feeling of the classic dinner party. $$$ theblufftonroom.com 15 Promenade St, Bluffton 843-757-3525 BUFFALO’S American The most popular restaurant in Palmetto Bluff, offering patrons picturesque views of the May River as they enjoy a menu featuring market fresh salads and sandwiches, pastries and fresh spun ice cream. $$ palmettobluff.com 1 Village Park Square, Bluffton 843-706-6630

CAHILL’S MARKET Southern, Chicken Experience a taste of some true Southern comfort food in a relaxed country atmosphere with hanging baskets, colorful blooms and family-style dining. Their menu changes daily, but one item you can count on is the scrumptious fried chicken. $$ cahillsmarket.com 1055 May River Road, Bluffton 843-757-2921 THE COTTAGE Cafe, Bakery Serving up scrumptious food with a side of oldworld Southern charm. Dine indoors or out on the porch of this cozy, restored 1868 cottage in the artrich historic district of Old Town. $$ thecottagebluffton.com 38 Calhoun Street, Bluffton 843-757-0508 FARM BLUFFTON American Open for lunch and dinner. The culinary team is continually evolving the menu, taking inspiration from the seasonal bounty of local produce, cultural traditions from around the world and contemporary culinary ideas. $$$ farmbluffton.com 1301 May River Road, Bluffton 843-707-2041 FAT PATTIES Burgers, Beer Open for lunch and dinner. Choose from six different types of patties: grass-fed beef, chicken, beef and bacon, turkey, shrimp or black bean. Great beer, great ice cream and Bluffton’s best team trivia each Thursday night. $$ fat-patties.com 207 Bluffton Road, Bluffton 843-815-6300 HOGSHEAD KITCHEN AND WINE BAR American Open daily for lunch and dinner. The food is upscale, yet moderately priced. You can have anything from a burger to a fivecourse tasting menu expertly paired with wine, and all things in between. $$ hogsheadkitchen.com

1555 Fording Island Road, Hilton Head 843-837-4647 JIM ’N NICK’S BAR-B-Q Barbecue, Southern Open for lunch and dinner.

Classic pulled pork or Carolina-style pork? There isn’t a wrong answer at this Bluffton favorite. Don’t leave without eating a cheese biscuit. And good luck eating just one. $$ jimnnicks.com 872 Fording Island Road, Bluffton 843-321-4175 MAY RIVER GRILL Seafood, American Open for dinner. Chef Charlie Sternburgh serves up truly memorable food featuring fresh ingredients culled from local rivers and farms.

Ever try sautéed calf’s liver? You should. $$ mayrivergrill.com 1263 May River Road, Bluffton 843-757-5755 OLD TOWN DISPENSARY American, Pub Located in the heart of historic Old Town, this is a destination for good friends, cold drinks and delicious bar food. Live music, fire pits and cornhole — next door to Farmers Market Bluffton. $$ otdbluffton.com 15 Captains Cove, Bluffton 843-837-1893 THE PEARL KITCHEN & BAR Seafood, Steakhouse Serving dinner nightly. This romantic, boutique-style eatery fits in perfectly with its Old Town surroundings. Everything is bright, fresh and interesting. Seafood is the star here, but the steaks are great, too. $$$ thepearlbluffton.com 55 Calhoun St., Bluffton 843-757-5511

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Shortcake Bar for a Crowd What's easier than a do-it-yourself dessert? All you do is assemble the ingredients, do a simple prep, and let your guests put together their favorite creations. Since the fruit is definitely the star of this recipe, it's more than OK to cheat a little with store-bought biscuits or biscuits from refrigerated dough.

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It's summer. You can't stand the heat, so you want to get out of the kitchen ... fast. But you also want to impress your guests with a homemade dessert that will leave them with sweet memories of dinner at your house.

Now's the time to let nature do the work for you and base your final course on the flavors, textures and ease of summer fruits. These recipes will get you covered from that family reunion picnic to a romantic dinner under the stars for two and everything in between.

FRESH IS BEST! The easiest fruit dessert is of course a bowl of perfectly ripe fruit. Summer is so short — take advantage of local fruits while you can.

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INGREDIENTS • 1 1/2 quarts strawberries (local are always best), washed, hulled, and sliced • 2 cups sugar, divided • 1 1/2 quarts blueberries, washed, picked over to remove stray stems and leaves, divided • 1/3 cup water • 1 lemon, halved • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon • 6 ripe peaches or nectarines, peeled and sliced • 1 quart heavy cream • 12 biscuits • 6 teaspoons butter DIRECTIONS Prepare the strawberries: [1] Place the sliced berries in a pretty bowl you will use to serve. Lightly mash them, making sure to leave some large chunks. [2] Add 1/2-3/4 cup sugar and lightly mix.

[3] Cover and refrigerate.

Prepare the blueberries: Reserve 2 cups whole berries [1] Place the remaining berries in a medium pot [2] Add water, juice of 1/2 lemon, cinnamon and 3/4 cup sugar [3] Heat over medium-low until berries have burst and mixture has thickened. [4] Remove from heat, cool slightly, then add reserved berries. [5] Place in serving bowl, cover and refrigerate.

Prepare the peaches/nectarines: [1] Place the slices in a pretty serving bowl. Add 1/4 cup sugar and a generous squeeze of one half lemon. [2] Using the back of a large spoon, gently bruise the fruit to help release the juices. [3] Stir, then cover and let sit.

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Prepare the whipped cream and biscuits.

[1] Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. [2] Using a chilled bowl and beaters, beat the whipped cream until it begins to thicken, then add remaining sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks forms. [3] Transfer to serving bowl and refrigerate. [4] Split the biscuits and spread on large baking sheet. Toast in a moderate oven until lightly browned. [5] Butter the biscuit halves, and arrange in a lined basket.

Serves 12-24. To serve, set out the bowls of fruits, whipped cream, and biscuits and let guests assemble their own shortcakes. NOTE: The fruits can — and should! — be made ahead, up to 24 hours. Refrigerate peaches if making more than 2 hours ahead. Biscuits taste best if served warm, but this is not essential.

Easy Peach Melba

This old-fashioned dessert deserves a renaissance: it's beautiful to look at, delicious to eat, and — if you skip the ice cream — wonderfully fat-free.

INGREDIENTS • 2 packages frozen raspberries in syrup • 1 squeeze fresh lemon juice • 2 large, ripe peaches, halved and peeled; cut a small slice on the bottom of each peach half so it will stand on the plate.

• 1 tablespoon Chambord or another raspberry liqueur, optional • 1 pint best-quality vanilla ice cream DIRECTIONS [1] Thaw raspberries, blend until smooth, then strain to remove seeds. [2] Stir lemon juice into the berries, then pour into a microwave-safe baking pan large enough to hold the 4 peach halves. [3] Place the peach halves cut side down into the raspberry sauce. Cover with plastic wrap, and poke holes in the wrap to vent. [4] Microwave for two minutes, then carefully remove wrap and flip the peaches. Recover.

[5] Microwave for 1 minute more, and test peaches for softness. Peaches should be easily pierced with the tip of a knife, but still hold their shape. [6] Let cool, then refrigerate peaches in the sauce until serving time. It should be very cold when serving. [7] To serve, spoon a small puddle of sauce on the bottom of a dessert plate. Place a peach half on the puddle, and top with 1/2 cup of ice cream.

Ladle additional raspberry sauce over the ice cream.

Serves 4. NOTE: Chambord, if desired, may be stirred into the sauce just before serving. Letting the peach halves sit in the sauce while refrigerated gives them a gorgeous pink color.

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There's nothing foolish about this super simple classic dessert. Blueberries and cream — what could be better?

INGREDIENTS • 1 pint blueberries, rinsed and picked over to remove stems and leaves • 2/3 cup sugar, divided • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract • 1 pint heavy cream

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DIRECTIONS [1] Place berries, 1/3 cup sugar, lemon juice into a medium pot; bring to a boil over medium-high heat; lower heat and continue to cook until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in almond extract. Cool, then refrigerate, covered until thoroughly chilled. [2] Whip cream with remaining 1/3 cup sugar until firmly whipped. [3] Place the whip cream in a serving bowl — clear glass if possible — and using a large spoon, swirl in the blueberries. The fool should have distinct streaks of blueberries, some pure white cream, and some blue-colored whipped cream. [4] Serve immediately.

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Frozen Grapes Prosecco

Although this recipe serves up to four, it really shines when you serve it at the end of a romantic dinner for two.

INGREDIENTS • 1 small bunch Thompson seedless green grapes, separated and stems removed, enough to make about 1 cup of grapes • 1/4 cup sugar, granulated or superfine • 1 bottle Prosecco DIRECTIONS [1] Rinse grapes, place in strainer and shake off excess water.

[2] Place sugar and grapes in plastic bag and shake to coat the grapes with the sugar. [3] Place grapes on a flat pan or plate and freeze until firm. After grapes are frozen, place in bag but keep frozen. [4] To serve, place 3-4 grapes in the bottom of a saucer-shaped Champagne glass and top with prosecco. Refill glasses as needed!

Serves 2-4. NOTE: Like Champagne, Prosecco comes in varying degrees of sweetness. If you can find it, Semi-seco Prosecco would be an excellent choice for this dessert.

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New Yorker fondness for cocktails goes as far concocting the Manhattan, Long Island iced tea, the Brooklyn, to name a few. Many Lowcountry residents love a great, locally named cocktail as well. With that in mind, the team of mixologists at Rollers Beer, Wine & Spirits have created a series of cocktails that celebrate local landmarks, events and founding fathers. This month’s featured libation is The Harbour Town Lighthouse (red, white and booze). The original Lighthouse cocktail features Kahlua and Baileys Irish Cream. Here, we evoke the stripes of our landmark with RumChata and a spicy local rum. LL

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The Harbor Town Lighthouse

DIRECTIONS Pour RumChata into a tall shot glass.

Using a spoon (or better yet, an eyedropper), slowly pour the Redlock on top of the RumChata. Then, again with the spoon or dropper, slowly pour the overproof rum on top. Turn off the lights. Using a fireplace match or propane stick lighter, carefully light it on fire! A little shake of salt will brighten the flame. BLOW OUT THE FLAME BEFORE DRINKING. Don’t let it burn too long or the glass will be too hot to drink from.

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INGREDIENTS • 1/2 ounce RumChata, chilled • 1/2 ounce Hilton Head Distillery Redlock Spiced Rum • 1/4 ounce over-proof rum (like Plantation O.F.T.D.)

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OPEN CONCEPT Many of the living spaces in this Port Royal home combine to create one large space where dining, gathering and entertaining can all occur.

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Coast to Coast

SET ON A BREATHTAKING LOT OVER PORT ROYAL PLANTATION MARSHES, THIS STUNNING HOME BRIDGES THE GAP BETWEEN EAST COAST AND WEST COAST.

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There is a tendency in home design lately to dive too deeply into what many are calling the “Palmetto Bluff” style. It’s a style that, when tastefully done, fills a home with all the sophistication and hospitality that the Lowcountry is known for.

For Leanne and Michael Jewett, it’s a style that served as an excellent springboard to a home that exemplifies the best of the Lowcountry style, while transitioning into West Coast-inspired elements that create a look all its own.

“We travel quite a bit and the homes we were seeing in Newport Beach and Southern California were quite different from what we were seeing here,” Leanne said.

They borrowed elements from the West Coast, as well as the grand traditions of classic manor homes, and brought it here to the Lowcountry to inform the style of this breathtaking home.

Here, such Lowcountry elements as shiplap accent walls and oyster-shell chandeliers coexist with more traditional elements like tray ceilings and West Coast

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TALL ORDER There’s the immediate sense of space, air, and light in this Port Royal Plantation home, thanks to 12-foot ceilings throughout.

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GREATEST VIEWS Almost every room of this Port Royal Plantation home offers incredible views of the surrounding water and marsh grass.

READY TO PARTY All windows and doors open wide, leading guests to the spacious pool deck in the back of the home.

architectural flair including 12-foot ceilings throughout the home.

“The scale is consistent,” Leanne said about the extra height.

“You don’t feel like one part of the house is giant. The whole house carries that same scale.”

Architecturally, it’s a subtle element that sets this home apart from the bevy of Lowcountry mansions being built across the lower 843 in recent years. Another element, one that has almost been forgotten in the era of the open floor plan, is hallways.

“We just thought a house this size and scale needed hallways.

Plus, we wanted to hang some art,” Leanne said. Indicating a beautiful oversized commissioned artwork that greets visitors in the

foyer, she said, “We knew for these kinds of things we needed big walls.”

The painting adds a pop of color to a color scheme that is decidedly, and purposefully, neutral. “There are really only a few colors in the house, so it doesn’t compete with the view,” said Leanne.

“We wouldn’t win that one,” Michael joked.

Indeed. The view is one of the few that can be described as spectacular. Every room in the home, save the laundry room and the dining room, enjoys an unobstructed line of sight on endless green fields of marsh grasses and snaking waterways that stretch to the horizon. For the Jewetts, who love to entertain, it was the

perfect way to open a party to the outdoors. Across nearly every wall, doors can open wide to guide guests down to the spacious pool deck and the scenery beyond.

It was this scenery that first caught Michael’s eye.

“I used to mountain bike around the community and I’d always stop in this lot and think, if I could ever buy this lot, I would,” he said.

Upon selling their previous home in Wexford, Michael had his realtor reach out to the owners. Within 24 hours, they had a deal. “You never know until you ask, right?”

That phone call gained the Jewetts one of the last magnificent marshfront lots on the island. And around that stunning view, they have built a masterpiece. LL

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MAKE EVERY ROOM COUNT The upstairs bedrooms carry the same balance between Lowcountry luxe and West Coast grandeur. Each room introduces its own subtle variation on the theme, either through materials or colors. Each theme informs the motif of the en suite, creating a cohesive feeling within each room.

MAKE COLORS COUNT The neutral color palate found throughout the home was designed to avoid distracting from the view.

But subtle pops of rich brown on the hand-scraped hardwood floors and vibrant blue furniture and rugs in the living room keep things lively.

CREATE COMMUNAL SPACES Each of the downstairs rooms empties out onto the expansive pool deck, offering plenty of places for everyone to come together. A wide upstairs deck serves the same purpose, giving each floor its own common area.

MAKE IT A HOME FIRST It’s nice to have a showcase property but remember that above all else, this is your home. The Jewetts designed every inch with an eye toward livability, creating a space that always feels open and inviting. LL

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Whether building a simple starter home or the ultimate abode, new home construction has many unknowns and can be overwhelming. LOCAL Life is here to walk readers through each step of the complicated process through an ongoing series in print and online at LocalLifeSC.com. A Hilton Head Island couple is building a new smart home and has agreed to let us document the process, from conceptual plans to the move-in date. Here’s hoping those on a similar journey will pick up a few pointers along the way.

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Whether to use a designer or decorator was not an apples to oranges thing for the LOCAL Life Idea House homeowner. While there are differences between a decorator and designer, it was more importLIGHT BULB MOMENT The original inspiration for ant to the homeowner that they the Idea House came from this home, featured in put together the team of architect, the premiere issue of LOCAL Life (October 2017). builder and design professionals who are collaborative and accountable. Debi Lynes of Lynes on Design consulted on this project and shares her insight into the home design process.

[Q] How did you approach the design for the Idea House. [A] I met my clients in their current home to understand what they love about it, if anything. In this case, there was a lot that they did love which was a great starting point. As a designer, I don’t need to reinvent the wheel with my ideas. My goal is to give my clients a home that they love and it helps me to see that in person with them. I can actually feel their emotions and see how they live in their space. I also took them to other homes so they could see “similar but different” ideas. We went to a few other homes in a variety of price ranges so they could see what money can buy. This helped see things like the difference between a $20,000 door and a $4,000 door.

Budgets and managing expectations are an important starting point!

[Q] What interested you in this project? [A] The Idea House is exciting because it is not only about ideas, but about how they will live in the space. One of the most important things for my clients is to maximize the view overlooking the Sound. This is a bit of a challenge because the home almost becomes the backdrop and the view is the focal point. I am also really excited about the unique rooms and use of space. My favorite might be the dog room. I literally imagined what I would like if I were a dog – a shower, a comfy bed, light and fun décor — and put that together for the human owner.

PROFESSIONAL ADVICE You say decorator, I say designer. Don’t call the whole thing off! There are differences between the two, but don’t get hung up on titles and designations. The key factors to consider when choosing a design professional are: FIT: It is important that you like the person. A year-long project can seem like 10 years if you don’t get along with or respect your design team.

TASKS: If you need a lot of structural advice beyond what the architect provides, an interior designer may be more suited for the job. If the need is more related to colors, flow and feeling then either professional fits the bill.

SHARED VISION: While you are hiring someone for professional services and advice, chances are you have a vision of what your perfect space looks like. Since you are the one living in the house, it is important that it becomes everything you dreamed of, so everyone needs to share your vision.

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[Q] How does a homeowner work with you and your vendors? [A] Relationships directly with the trades is an individual choice for my client. On this project, we are really one team and I have already taken my clients to meet some vendors to touch and feel the products. There is so much innovation in everything from faucets to tile to doorknobs that the choices can be overwhelming. I like to “pre-scout" and put my recommendations together at the vendor and then take the client to review on site. Our first stop for the Idea House was meeting Charles at Stoneworks. We pulled together eight rooms from floors to tiles to counters. I can’t wait to see the floors laid as they are a brand new product. It looks like wide-plank wood with varied colors and even a grain look, but they are a textured porcelain. This choice was because it's beautiful but most importantly, is dog-friendly, being cool and scratch resistant.

[Q] What advice can you give someone considering designing a home ‘from scratch’? [A] Have fun! It can be overwhelming with many decisions, spending money, a long build time, change orders, weather … you name it, it can cause stress.

But building a dream home should be fun. If you enjoy the process, you will enjoy the home even more. I also advise my clients to set a budget and make conscious decisions when making choices. The designer and builder can help a client stay on budget by managing changes and spending money where it counts and saving where they can. Rule of thumb is to spend it where you see it, like Disney. LL

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Hot Stuff STORY BY JEREMY PRESS

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NOW YOU’RE COOKING WITH GAS, BUT SHOULD YOU BE?

My father would tell me, “Nothing cooks like a gas burner,” as I was schooled in the appliance business as a child. “More power and more control,” he would say. But here in the Lowcountry, that is not always accurate. Because of our unique climate and our lack of natural gas, gas cooktops and ranges act a little different. As you look for a new cooktop or range, here are the three most common types of cooking and their advantages.

Get cooking with these three amazing cooktops available through local businesses.

GAS Fisher Paykel Professional 48-inch Gas Cooktop: Enjoy professional-style cooking in the comfort of your kitchen with this awesome cooktop. This 48-inch, 5-burner device features a 23,500 BTU center power burner with all other burners at 18,500 BTU. Available through Appliances by Design. $3,799.

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By far the most popular in this cooking method area is electric. It has come a long way in the past 20 years. The burners made today heat up faster and cool down quicker than ever before. The glass cooktops are also sturdier then they have ever been. Although electric burners will never work as powerfully or be as reactive (boil to simmer) as a gas cooktop running on natural gas, they have improved to the point where many of them will work as well as a cooktop functioning on propane.

Because of the Lowcountry’s strong propane demographic, you need to look at gas cooking a little differently. Most gas cooktops and ranges are built for natural gas. To make them work with propane, they need to be converted. This can reduce the advertised power of the cooktop from 10 to 40 percent, which greatly reduces the performance. Make sure you ask for brands that build their products for propane at the factory. This greatly reduces the power distortion.

Induction cooking

ELECTRIC Bosch 800 Series 36-inch Electric Cooktop: This sleek electric cooktop features SpeedBoost technology, which adds more power to the cooking process. A bridge element accommodates oblong pans and many diameters of cookware and each zone's timer automatically shuts off when cooking is done. Available through Billy Wood Appliance. $1,250.

INDUCTION Fisher Paykel Professional 30-inch Induction Cooktop: Made of ceramic glass and stainless steel, this fantastic cooktop features four easy-cleaning burners and separate touch and slide controls for easy control of each zone. Go from boil to simmer in seconds. Available through Appliances by Design. $2,699.

This form of cooking is growing in popularity throughout the country. Induction cooking is similar to electric cooking except rather than heating a cooktop to help boil the water, magnets under the glass create an impulse that actually creates a reaction that causes the pot or pan to create the heat. The reaction time is as fast, if not faster than gas, and the power is nearly unlimited. This type of cooking does have one drawback to consider: You have to use pots and pans that will work with the top. An easy test is to take a magnet and stick it to the bottom of the pan. If the magnet sticks, it will work on induction. If not, it won’t. Induction cooking is also where most manufacturers are putting their money into “smart” features. Some even give lessons and video step-by-step instructions on the meal you are preparing, all while automatically controlling the temperature of the pan so you don’t make a mistake and ruin the meal.

Whether you are a gas, electric or induction fan, now you have just a little more information so you can enjoy your kitchen to the max. LL 126

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How to collect with style YOU’VE COLLECTED AND CURATED YOUR COLLECTION. NOW WHAT? STORY BY LISA ALLEN

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The next step is to incorporate your treasures into your surrounding in a way that it brings you peace and joy, suggests Debi Lynes, a Hilton Head Island psychologist.

Lynes earned a Master’s in health and human service and a Ph.D. in counseling services, focusing on the health and wellness that comes from physical spaces.

Lynes blends her design and family counseling endeavors under her umbrella business aptly called Freudian Slipcovers.

She also has more than 35 years of design experience that started when she helped her father redesign his cardiology rehab center. Lynes said she realized she’d already applied what she knew about health and wellness into design, so she pursued it further.

“There is a lot more to design than just ‘pretty,’ ” she said.

She explained the difference between collecting and hoarding.

“Hoarding interferes with the quality of life. It’s a problem when it affects your relationships and your ability to function outside of the hoarding. Hoarders are not organizers, nor are they discriminating in what they are gathering. For them, it’s quantity over quality,” Lynes said.

“Ask yourself: what’s the point of my collection? Is it history? Passion? Does it make me feel secure and safe? Does it encourage me and bring me joy?”

If you can answer those questions positively, you’re a collector. But then what?

If your collection brings you joy and it has a purpose, here are suggestions to make it dazzle.

Immersion “I have a friend who collects orchids. She built a greenhouse room with open shelving. In the middle of it, she put a swivel glider and ottoman. It’s her sanctuary to be surrounded by living things,” Lynes said.

Functional art A young man is an avid surfer who has amassed an impressive collection of surfboards. With Lynes’ help, he used elastic cords to line them up vertically in one of his rooms, carefully deciding which ones should go where.

“It’s functional storage and artwork. People see it and say, ‘Wow!’ Plus, it’s made him organized. His boards aren’t just piled in the garage and in the backyard.”

Another design client loves to collect old suitcases. “They stack them up and use them as tables,” Lynes said. “What makes a collection interesting is repurposing it.”

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Collections as art Art collectors typically hang their pieces, but untraditional collections such as vinyl records, baskets, shoes or furniture involve imagination.

“We took a guitar collection and suspended four of them vertically over a bar, two on each end, and then one horizontally in the middle. We painted the wall behind them as an accent. It looked great,” Lynes said.

For quilts, Lynes suggests framing them or repurposing them as pillows.

For clothing or shoes, use mannequins and place them around a room. Take old sweaters and hang them on a wall.

Small pieces of antique furniture can be suspended from the ceiling.

Safety and style An antique gun collector in Georgia keeps his collection visible but secure by using a simple yet effective hanging system. Locking display cases are always a good option for firearms.

Display is everything Lynes collects Gullah tiles. She displays them in a drawer in a cocktail table that has a glass top. Her extensive collection of mixing bowls (70) are arranged by size and color.

“Some of the best places to display collections are under staircases or other odd, unused spaces,” she said.

Lynes encourages collectors to make their collection part of their living space.

“Use your collection to express your taste and creativity,” she said.

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“Failing to organize it in a way that adds to your sanctuary. If you collect spoons and keep them in an upstairs drawers, purge them,” she said. LL

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8 COMMON HOUSE AND GARDEN PLANTS THAT PROTECT FROM MOSQUITO BITES

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What do you do when your toddler wakes up one morning with several little red welts spread across his arms, back and legs? Unfortunately, this can happen when a window or door is left open long enough for pesky mosquitoes to buzz inside.

Sure, there are plenty of manufactured lotions and chemical sprays to repel mosquitoes, but they can cause allergic reactions and pose other health risks.

Moreover, who wants to apply bug spray or cream to your child's skin after nighttime bathing?

Thankfully, nature provides a safe and effective solution to protecting your little ones from these tiny vampires through various plants that naturally repel mosquitoes and other insects.

And, these plants not only deter pesky blood-sucking insects but they also: • Make your house smell nice • Flavor your food and drinks • Detoxify the air in your home • Decorate your home inside or out • Provide health benefits Without further ado, we present eight common garden and house plants along with tips on growing them in the interest of protecting your children from mosquitoes.

Although the list does not cover every plant that can be used as natural mosquito repellents, these particular plants offer additional value such as fragrance, colorfulness and health benefits. LL

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1. LAVENDER The scent of lavender is pleasant and mood boosting to many people, but to mosquitoes? It gags them and they fly the other way. If you're taking your baby or toddler outside at night, rub some of the leaves on the skin and the oils will act as a natural repellant.

Tips for growing lavender: [1] Lavender needs plenty of sunlight. Place it near a bright window.

[2] Lavender thrives in lean soil. Cover the bottom of the pot with an inch or two of gravel before adding the soil.

[3] A tablespoon of lime to the soil provides a healthy alkaline boost.

2. BASIL Because the scent of basil is strong, you can place it near a window or door and mosquitoes will avoid your house. Of course, having basil in your home serves another great benefit flavoring your food. Fresh basil in your next homecooked meal will enhance the taste more than the dried, store-bought version.

Tips for growing basil indoors: [1] Place your plant where it can receive 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight.

[2] Choose planters with proper drainage to prevent root damage.

[3] Prune a combination of both mature and newer leaves to promote growth.

3. MINT Mint is an easy, fast-growing herb that can overtake your garden, but you can easily grow it in a container to place in spots where mosquitoes may dare to invade. Just gently rub the leaves of your mint plant from time to time to release the savory aroma that wards off ants, fleas and beetles in addition to mosquitoes. Like basil, fresh mint can give an extra dash of deliciousness to your food and drinks. The herb also grows in yummy varieties like peppermint, spearmint and apple mint.

Tips for growing mint indoors: [1] Use good potting mix and a container with adequate drainage.

[2] Place plant in an area of indirect sunlight and where temperatures vary between 60 and 70 degrees.

[3] Mint plants grow better in moist soil, so mist your plant between watering.

4. CATNIP Another mint plant, catnip contains a compound in its oil that has been found to be 10 times more effective than the manufactured insect repellent DEET, which is the most common active ingredient in insect repellents, according to an Iowa State University study. If you don't want cats salivating and rolling around in your garden plants, grow catnip in a container and place it indoors.

Tips for growing catnip indoors: [1] Place the plant where it can receive up to 5 hours of direct sunlight.

[2] Keep catnip well watered with adequate drainage.

[3] Prune flower buds to encourage stronger leaf growth.

5. MARIGOLD Marigold is another plant containing an oil compound that naturally repels mosquitoes more effectively than commercial insect repellents. If your little one does get bitten by a mosquito, marigold is a great plant to use for treatment. You can crush the leaves and directly apply them to the bite or make a hot compress with the petals and hot water. Marigold plants grow in different varieties and colors, so you can also use them to dress up a window or front door, which is where pesky mosquitoes are likely to sneak in.

Tips for growing marigold: [1] Be sure to place your marigold plant in a sunny spot and keep it well drained.

[2] Pinch off the first flowers to boost the growth of branches and flowers.

[3] Don't crowd the container because marigolds need space to grow.

6. ROSEMARY Rosemary has a pungent smell that humans enjoy but drives away both mosquitoes and flies. Rosemary thrives in containers, so place it anywhere that is vulnerable to mosquito invasions.

Tips for growing rosemary indoors: [1] Choose a container with a depth that equals the height of your plant (above the soil).

[2] Rosemary roots thrive better when dry, so provide adequate drainage holes and rocks in the bottom of the container.

[3] Water indoor rosemary every two weeks or when the surface soil is dry to the touch.

7. EUCALYPTUS Eucalyptus offers many benefits and every home should have this plant. Not only does the distinctive scent ward off mosquitoes and ticks, but eucalyptus contains anti-inflammatory properties that boosts your respiratory health, making it ideal for people suffering from asthma. Using eucalyptus leaves brewed in a tea can suppress coughs, soothe sore throats and loosen phlegm.

Tips for growing eucalyptus indoors: [1] Eucalyptus grows fast, so plant it in a container that is easily transplanted outdoors when it grows too tall.

[2] Place your plant where it can receive full sunlight.

[3] Allow your plant to dry out slightly between watering.

8. MOSQUITO PLANT This citronella plant contains oil in its leaves that naturally and effectively repels blood-sucking mosquitos. You can easily crush the leaves and rub them on your child's skin (or your own) before going outside. You and your child will smell good and be safe from stinging, itchy welts.

Tips for growing mosquito plant indoors: [1] Place your plant where it will get at least 6 hours of sunlight every day.

[2] Fertilize your mosquito plant occasionally with an all-purpose plant food.

[3] Prune your mosquito plant regularly to encourage new, strong growth.

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Summer is in full swing and with it comes a variety of activities for both locals and visitors to choose from.

Will you hit up Tuesday night fireworks or attend one of the many festivals? Perhaps you'll have a picnic at Shelter Cove Community Park or catch a movie with friends at Park Plaza Cinema. It's hard to decide what to do when options are plentiful and you need to please everyone. Here’s a suggestion. Go to the beach, you silly goose — it's always a good idea. Here’s your guide for August:

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Tempatures are supposed to start cooling down a bit from the brutal July heat.

Early August is the rainy season on Hilton Head island. By the middle of the month, the rain will decrease and it will begin to be less humid.

Animals are not permitted between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. through Sept. 3.

BEST BEACH

ISLANDERS BEACH PARK

Located off of William Hilton Parkway on Folly Field Road, this little beach is perfectly out of the way of the crowds. There is a park for the kids, grills and outdoor showers. There are also parking passes available on hiltonheadislandsc.gov for $30, also good at Driessen Beach Park.

Animals must be on a leash at all times at Fish Haul Beach Park. At all other beach parks, animals must be on a leash between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. through Sept. 30.

Pets must be on a leash or under positive voice control at all other times.

You must clean up after your pet.

This is becoming a problem at many of our beaches. It’s not cool to leave stool; scoop your dog’s poop!

LIGHTS OUT

The nesting and hatching season for Loggerhead sea turtles runs through Oct. 31.

If your home is visible from the beach, turn off your outside lights and close your blinds or drapes after 10 p.m. To report light violations, call the Town of Hilton head Island Code Enforcement Officers at 843-341-4634.

What to bring.

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There’s an old saying that states “If you hang out at the barbershop long enough, you’re going to get a haircut.” The same concept applies to beaches and metal detectors. If you spend enough time doing it, you’re bound to find something of value. Lost jewelry, coins and other valuables are just waiting to be discovered. We reached out to Hunter’s Hardware in Beaufort to find the best finder for local beaches.

MINELAB EQUINOX 800 This particular model comes highly recommended because of its ability to find fine gold chains and even earring backs. It has been designed for the serious coin and treasure enthusiast looking to upgrade to a high-performance detector without the high cost. It’s also suitable for the new detector enthusiasts because it has several pre-set modes for different detecting locations. Available at Hunter’s Hardware. $900

COLLECTABLES YOU MIGHT FIND ON THE BEACH Bottle caps: Perfect for your bottle cap collection.

Sunglasses: Bonus points if they’re not broken.

Jewelry: Congrats. Christmas, their birthday and next Valentine’s Day are taken care of because of your new-found metal detecting skills.

Empty beer cans: We don’t recommend collecting these, but if you recycle them it’s great for the environment and we’ll be really proud of you.

Coins: If you collect enough, you’ll have a full dollar.

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HELM An elegantly finished navigational electronics pod features a joystick controller and clean engine instrumentation displays.

A swing door provides easy access to the side deck. SALON The main salon features finished American cherry furniture and contemporary seating surfaces. The entire salon is filled with light and air from large windows and sliding pilot hatches overhead.

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2018 Audi R8 Coupe

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STORY BY CAROLYN MALES

Baltimore’s Inner Harbor shimmers with sound and color: The blast of a water taxi’s horn as it maneuvers among pleasure craft, tour boats, and tugs. The clank of the rigging in the USS Constellation, the world's oldest commissioned naval vessel still afloat. The bold geometry of the National Aquarium and its rooftop rainforests. The glass pavilions of Harborplace shops at the Inner Harbor and eateries. If you did nothing more than stroll along the red brick promenade edging the waterfront, you’d have more than enough to fill your free time. Explore the Maryland Science Center packed with hands-on fun. Climb a screw-pile lighthouse, roam a Coast Guard lightship and test your tolerance for claustrophobia in the cramped quarters of a submarine.

Head east to Little Italy and Harbor East for shops and restaurants. Then take an evening stroll through Fells Point, a once scruffy sailors’ hangout where music pours out of pub doorways. And to the west? Join the roar of the crowd from Oriole Park at Camden Yards or the Ravens’ M&T Bank Stadium. That’s just for starters.

Go beyond the harbor and you’ll find that Baltimore is a collection of villages and neighborhoods, each with its distinct flavor: leafy

enclaves like Roland Park; former blue-collar mill areas like Hampden-Woodberry; and Formstone-clad runs of row houses like Highland town, just to name a few. And yes, Baltimore does have its dark side, portrayed in television shows like The Wire and Homicide Life on the Street, hardscrabble sections of decrepit blocks not on any visitor’s itinerary. But that being said, the rest of the city beckons with offerings that are highbrow, quirky lowbrow and everything in between.

When a waitress asks, “What can I getcha, Hon?,” ask if she’s a local. She’ll more than likely nod and say “Born and bred in Bawlmer, Hon.” Or better yet, sound like a insider and ask if she’s from the Charm City, which is one of the city’s nicknames.

History Colonists began settling around the Patapsco River in the 1600s. After 1729, when Baltimore was officially established, the new town began draining and filling in marshes to create a large bustling port that would attract immigrants from Germany and other European nations, creating a rich ethnic mix.

The British, noting the city’s now thriving commerce and strategic location, took aim during the War of 1812.

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As bombs crackled in the skies above Fort McHenry, Francis Scott Key penned “The Star-Spangled Banner.” But 47 years later, in a twist of fate, his grandson Francis Key Howard and a group of fellow secessionists found themselves imprisoned in that same spot, promptly dubbed “The Baltimore Bastille.”

As tensions between the North and South arose, Baltimoreans had straddled the divide. In 1826, abolitionist Frederick Douglass was sent to work as a house slave in Fells Point. Twelve tumultuous years later, disguised as a free black seaman, he would make a dramatic escape north via train and boat. In 1850, Harriet Tubman began her first rescue mission, hiding her niece and her children in Fells Point until she got them safely to Philadelphia. (To learn more, visit Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture.)

During this period, Johns Hopkins, a successful entrepreneur and a fervent abolitionist, grew concerned about the cholera and yellow fever epidemics plaguing the city. In 1870, he willed funds for the establishment of a hospital with medical training schools, a university, plus an orphanage for children of color. Today, Johns Hopkins University is one of the world’s premier medical research centers and is ranked as one of the top global universities.

The Arts Art lovers will want to devote a few hours to wandering through the Baltimore Museum of Art’s outstanding galleries of American and European masterpieces, as well as its African, decorative, and contemporary art. The BMA’s not-to-be-missed Cone Collection of Matisse, Picasso, Van Gogh and Cézanne is one of the finest in the country. The Walters Art Gallery sprang out of Baltimore business tycoon William Walters, and his son Henry’s passion for art. The elder Walters, a Southern sympathizer, sat out the Civil War in Europe where he collected anything that caught his fancy.

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My husband, Dick, and I moved to Hilton Head in 2006. We lived most of our lives in the BaltimoreWashington area and still head back to see family and friends and check out old favorites and discover new ones. What makes our trips north more fun was that years ago, I co-authored a guidebook to Baltimore. It gave me the excuse to explore the city in depth, venturing into different neighborhoods, interviewing a variety of local characters and visiting great museums and offbeat spots. Today, it’s a difficult task to narrow food, attractions, and lodging choices in this big city, so I’ve picked some stylish and some very Bawlmer places.

Woodberry Kitchen

Today, the museum holds over 36,000 pieces ranging from mummies to pre-Columbian pottery, illuminated manuscripts, armor, sculpture, paintings and a major Asian art collection.

Want music? Catch blues, jazz, rock, rap, country, steel drums, even ukulele playing at festivals, clubs, pubs, restaurants, flea markets and parks around town. If you’re in the mood for classical, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra under Maestra Marin Alsop performs at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Johns Hopkins’ Peabody Institute offers an array of concerts throughout the year.

The top venues for theater are Center Stage, a professional regional company now in its 55th year; Everyman Theatre with its resident troupe; and The Arena Players, the nation’s oldest continually operating African-American community theater.

The Hippodrome, a former vaudeville and movie house, entertains with crowd-pleasers like Fiddler on the Roof while the Modell Lyric venue features headliners like John Cleese and Celtic Thunder.

Food Baltimore’s old mills and warehouses have become the hottest venue for many fine artisanal restaurants. The Woodberry Kitchen in a refurbished foundry sources ingredients for its award-winning new American cuisine directly from farms and watermen. Nearby at Meadow Mill, La Cuchara serves up Basque cuisine in the former home of a London Fog factory.

The Helmand, on downtown Charles Street, has been a favorite with Baltimoreans for almost 30 years with Afghani dishes like kabobs, Aushak (ravioli filled with leeks), lamb and beef challows.

Neighborhood eateries in Little Italy and Greektown, and food stalls in places like the historic Cross Street Market in Federal Hill, serve up ethnic and local specialties.

But no matter where you go or what you eat in Charm City, have a good time, Hon!

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Experience Offbeat Art Baltimore brought the world John Water’s oddball movies like Hairspray and Pink Flamingoes, both starring Divine, a 300-pound drag queen. So it’s only natural that it boasts the American Visionary Art Museum, one of the most original galleries in the country.

Walk beneath whirligigs and enter the world of outsider artists who paint, sculpt, and scavenge bits of debris to fashion their unusual and always interesting visions.

Italian In the late 1800s immigrants brought their colorful cuisine to Little Italy’s narrow streets and row houses. Try the famous veal chop at Da Mimmo, where Luciano Pavarotti came to lift his fork. Or dig into Sicilian-born Nino Germano’s fresh pastas, followed by his mother’s delectable cannoli at La Scala. Afterward, get a post-prandial workout rolling balls across the restaurant’s indoor bocce court.

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Step beneath the Beaux-Arts arch of this former B&O Railroad downtown headquarters and head up to the lobby where wine is served daily at 5 p.m. in the contemporary art-filled lounge. Dine in the B&O Brasserie before retiring to a sleek city-view guest room and climb between Frette linen sheets.

Explore Civil War History We South Carolinians know about Fort Sumter. However, it turns out the first bloodshed of the Civil War occurred here on April 19, 1861 as Confederate sympathizers hurled stones and bricks at Union troops walking from the President Street Railroad Station (home of this tiny museum) to a transfer point at Camden Station on their way to protect Washington.

Pay Homage to Edgar Allan Poe Diehard aficionados of the writer’s macabre tales may also want to venture off the beaten track into an ungentrified neighborhood to the Edgar Allan Poe House. Around 1832, the impoverished poet crowded into this small brick building with his aunt Maria Poe Clemm, her mother, son and daughter. Poe went on to live in other cities but on a trip back here in 1849, he dropped dead at age 40, most fittingly under mysterious circumstances.

Crabs and Crustaceans Michelle Pfeiffer may have waxed nostalgic about her star turn as “Miss Baltimore Crab” in the movie Hairspray, but crabs in Baltimore are serious business from April through December. Crab houses steam them with Old Bay seasoning and them dump them onto your brown paper-covered table. But you’ll have to work for your supper, whacking at their shells with mallets and picking them with your fingers.

Captain James Landing, sitting like a marooned boat in the city’s Canton section, serves them up Bawlmer-style. Prefer a less strenuous approach to eating crustaceans? Cookbook author John Shields offers his famed crab cakes at Gertrude’s north of downtown at the Baltimore Museum of Art. And don’t forget Bertha’s mussels! This iconic Fells Point spot has been serving up big steamed bowls of them for almost a half century.

The Ivy Located in historic Mount Vernon, a cobblestone neighborhood of brownstones, this ultra-luxurious Relais & Chateaux boutique hotel offers romantic rooms and suites with canopy beds, soaking tubs and fireplaces in a Gilded Age mansion.

After a day of sightseeing, treat yourself with a massage at the spa followed by dinner at the Magdalena, the hotel’s bistro. Private car service available.

The Sagamore Pendry In the early 20th century, couples waltzed beneath moonlit skies on the roof of the City Recreation Pier. In 1992, Baltimore filmmaker Barry Levinson transformed this waterfront building into a soundstage for the TV series Homicide. Its latest incarnation, the Sagamore Pendry, dazzles with 128 luxury guest rooms and suites, rooftop pool overlooking the harbor, classic chophouse, whiskey bar and an open-air courtyard with one of Botero’s huge horse statues.

New jet service from HHH to Charlotte

DIRECT FLIGHT Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) Duration: 1 hour, 13 minutes Airline: American Airlines Availability: Year round

American Airlines has upgraded its nonstop Hilton Head Island to Charlotte service from Dash-8 turboprop aircrafts to Embraer 175 regional jets.

The 76-seat aircraft offers first-class service and a quick connection to hundreds of destinations via the Charlotte hub.

The change of gauge for American Airlines is a testament to the community’s support for the airport and because of the ongoing infrastructure improvements over the last three years. The most significant project is the runway extension from 4,300 to 5,000 feet, according to Jon Rembold, Beaufort County airports director.

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HEAVY METAL Mark Larkin is the artist behind Sandy Roads, a 14-foot, 450-pound steel sculpture that moves. The art is on permanent display near Coligny Beach Park on Hilton Head Island.

Larkin found his inspiration for the title in the many trails that provide access to the island’s beautiful beaches.

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Off the beaten path to Sandy Roads IT’S 3 A.M., JANUARY 2013. SCULPTOR MARK LARKIN’S “BLENDER BRAIN” IS IN FULL CHURN WITH IMAGES OF CURLICUE VINES, WOMEN AND MEN IN FLOWING ROBES, THEIR SINUOUS ARMS, LEGS, TORSOS WHIRLING TO AN INTERNAL GYPSY JAZZ MUSICAL SCORE.

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This particular pre-dawn awakening is all his wife Audrey’s fault. The day before, she had gifted him with a book of artist Aubrey Beardsley’s black and white woodblock prints. It was those art nouveau images — often humorous, sometimes grotesque and always seductive –– that has triggered the “on” switch in his fevered imagination.

Later that morning, fortified with a cup of coffee, Larkin pulls out a piece of graph paper and begins sketching an idea, one that will occupy both his waking and middle-ofthe-night thoughts for months to come. In the end, it will result in Sandy Roads, a 14-foot, 450-pound steel sculpture that, in a few year’s time, will greet island beachgoers.

Clearly, Larkin was not in Omaha anymore. Nor was he still a funeral director. And more importantly, he was no longer in art exile.

30 Years in Art Limbo As a college student in Nebraska and then in Manchester, England, Larkin’s dreams and waking hours had been filled with creative experiments in ceramics, paint, clay, lead, film and any other materials that struck his fancy. He’d even ventured into printmaking and designing jewelry. After graduation, he married and went into photography, putting his artistic skills to work in portraiture, sepia toning, photo murals as well as in commercial projects. But by 1980, fate intervened. Divorce, child support, then his father’s request for help at the family’s Omaha-based funeral home business sent him off in an unexpected direction. He headed to mortuary school and for the next 30 years, he shelved his esthetic aspirations and lived out his own real-life version of the TV show Six Feet Under.

Four years later, he married Audrey, who would lure him away from formaldehyde and prairies to beach vacations on Hilton Head. Once his toes hit the sand and the sea breeze brushed his skin, he was hooked. He became a man with a plan.

Return from Exile He retired in 2008. They packed up, moved to the island, and Larkin, his head aswarm with possibilities, bought a large workshop from a cabinetmaker in Bluffton and converted it into a studio. Inching his way back from those fallow years, he started crafting tall-tiered candle stands, which he began selling in local galleries. Buoyed by his success, he bought welding tools, torches, grinders, and a plasma cutter that made nice clean cuts in metal. He fooled around with aluminum and found it too brittle. But a nice thick steel set his heart afire and he began creating 4-foot abstract table sculptures.

Then, a new inspiration struck. Alexander Calder.

Calder, one of the 20th century’s most celebrated artists, created grand-scale colorful mobiles, the movement of their delicately balanced geometric shapes powered by air currents or touch. Calder’s stabiles, on the other hand, sat solidly on the ground often with arms that articulated, sending the abstract shapes dangling from them in motion at the hint of a breeze. Larkin embarked on a series of mobiles and stabiles, a homage to his longtime creative hero.

However, soon Larkin's fingers itched to create something new. Wall-biles were born. Instead of anchored to a ceiling or floor, he attached the kinetic sculptures to walls as one might do a painting. But oh, the difference. Touch them, blow

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Speaking of Calder But back to our story of Sandy Roads.

When we last left Larkin in his Beardsley wee-hour fantasy, he was working out ideas on paper. But now, it’s March and a new element has crept into his blender brain — and that would be Calder. Once again, it’s 3 a.m. and Larkin awakens with the sound of hot club jazz in his head. This time it’s 1930s Paris and Calder’s grand kinetic visions are pulsing through, mixing it up with the curvy torso-like Beardsle — inspired base he’s been designing.

The next morning, Larkin finds himself at the drawing table with a new design, an offbeat pairing. The Beardsley base will now sport three Calderesque articulating arms, long strips of steel that shift up and down independently in the wind.

Several blender-brain sessions later, another theme emerges. It turns out that Calder’s nickname is “Sandy.” Hmmm, thinks Larkin… sandy… the beach! Now two of Larkin’s favorite artists merge with his favorite place. Suddenly, the three arms become pointers to paths leading down to the sea. What better name than Sandy Roads?

A Gift To The Sea

HILTON HEAD’S PUBLIC ART EXHIBITION MARK LARKIN’S SANDY ROADS MADE ITS DEBUT AT THE 2013 PUBLIC ART EXHIBITION. Don’t miss this year’s event when the Coastal Discovery Museum’s grounds once again are transformed into a giant outdoor canvas. The yearly show, the fourth juried exhibition and sponsored by the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, runs from Oct. 1, 2018 through Jan. 31, 2019. The theme will be “Envisioning Connections.” Jurors have selected 20 sculptures which best reflect a sense of “discovery, exploration, interaction, recreation, education and an element of surprise within the beauty of the Lowcountry region.”

Nineteen of the large pieces will stand among the fields, wooded tracts and gardens at Honey Horn. An additional piece, a neon sculpture, will be on display at the Hilton Head Airport. www.hhipublicart.org

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Sandy Roads took its place among 19 other fine art sculptures in September 2013, chosen for the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry’s Public Art Exhibition. Here among the live oaks of Honey Horn, visitors could get close-up looks at huge masterworks of artists from around the world. After the show closed at year’s end, Larkin decided he’d like to gift the sculpture to the island and so began the long process of acceptance by the town, planning, and site placement. Today, Sandy Roads makes its permanent home at Coligny Beach, not far from where Larkin first dipped a toe into the Atlantic.

Sandy’s Road Trip “What have I missed?” I ask photographer Donna Varner as I arrive early on an April morning at a landscaped circle on the

path to Coligny Beach.

“Well,” Varner said, “so far it’s a bunch of guys staring at the ground.”

Indeed, Larkin along with Kevin Eichner and two town workers are on their hands and knees studying a 40-inch square black metal plate that they need to bolt into the concrete pad poured a few days earlier. The fit is critical since it will have to support Sandy Roads, Larkin’s 450-pound metal sculpture that the Town of Hilton Head’s public art program is placing here as a welcome to the beach.

Larkin leans back on his haunches and shakes his head. “We’re going to have to drill new holes.”

While they work, beachgoers, towels draped over their shoulders, shoot the crew interested yet puzzled glances.

Once the plate for the 14-foot high sculpture is securely anchored, all four men heft the curvy, three-legged base which despite its airy appearance accounts for about two-thirds of the entire

sculpture’s weight. With a bit of maneuvering, they bolt it in place. Then it’s up to Larkin and Eichner to do the rest.

Now comes the tricky part. Larkin hauls out a red 17-foot ladder. What follows is a delicate ballet as the two men lift, place, and balance each of Sandy’s three upper extensions. Unlike most outdoor sculptures Sandy is a kinetic work of art, which means the articulating arms rising from its base will move independently in the breeze. Depending upon the wind, the arms and arrows point in one, two, or even three different directions toward different routes to the sea.

Sandy Roads is up, two arrows pointing slightly skyward; the third swinging in the direction of the Atlantic.

A young boy in a swimsuit strolling past with his family gives Larkin a thumbs up.

“Good job!” he shouts.

Larkin, exhausted and relieved, steps back to study the installed statue. Yes, a good job indeed. LL

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Demystifying things with dangling spinning parts So many kinds of sculptures with so many moving pieces, but in essence, it all comes right down to balance.

MOBILES are artworks suspended from a ceiling, branch, beam or other surface above. The colored metal objects dangling from their pivoting rods (or arms) are balanced so that as wind, touch, or in some cases, a motor, propels them, the sculpture remains horizontal. The interplay of light and shadow created by the dancing shapes can be mesmerizing. Many a parent has installed a low-tech version over a crib to the delight of their young occupant.

While many artists have played around with this kinetic form, Alexander Calder, invented this art.

STABILES are abstract sculptures with stationery bases that are anchored on flat surfaces like the ground or a table. Calder, who developed this form for large outdoor sculptures in the 1930s, added geometric or organically shaped components that are balanced and move freely like mobiles.

WALL-BILES are hybrids with bases that attach to a vertical surfaces like walls or posts with articulating arms featuring suspended shapes that twirl, float, and dip.

Sculptor Mark Larkin often takes his inspiration for these smaller whimsical pieces from nature.

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LOCAL ROOTS

Rose Jackson

BY LUANA GRAVES SELLARS PHOTO BY LLOYD WAINSCOTT

EVERYONE HAS A STORY. WHAT’S FASCINATING ABOUT HILTON HEAD ISLAND IS THAT IT’S A MELTING POT OF UNCOMMON AND INCREDIBLE LIFE STORIES THAT INCLUDE OUTSTANDING CAREER ACCOMPLISHMENTS AS WELL AS HARDSHIPS AND TRIUMPHS.

m LEADING BY EXAMPLE Rose Jackson grew up on Hilton Head Island and has dedicated much of her life to making it a better place for all. In addition to her full-time job as branch manager/vice president of South State Bank, she is involved in the local Rotary Club, helps with the Deep Well Project and volunteers at Central Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church.

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Most of the time, when we look at a person, it’s virtually impossible to know their story. But like an onion, we begin to pull away at the many layers of substance that makes them who they are.

Rose Jackson, like a Southern-grown sweet Vidalia onion, is made up of a variety of layers.

Once peeled away, her huge heart for giving is revealed, along with her story of triumph over breast cancer and a life full of a continuous dedication to serving others.

Growing up a Gullah on the island gave Jackson a solid foundation. “I loved growing up on Hilton Head because someone would always tell on you,” she said with a smile. But when it comes to her ambition, she said, it started at the historic St. James Baptist Church. “I learned my discipline from St. James. People there were so distinguished. Seeing them motivated me to do well and to succeed,” she said.

After graduating from college, Jackson came back to the island to work in finance for the last 30 years, which was where she began to discover her love for helping people, especially children. “People motivate me and I have a passion for people. My grandmother used to say that I can’t save everyone.

I always responded to that, ‘But I want to try,’ ” Jackson said.

Realizing Native Islanders were in need of a voice, Jackson knew the local Rotary Club was the perfect fit for her.

“Kids just grab your heart. They should know that they are loved and appreciated,” she said. With that as her motivation, Jackson became an active member of the Rotary. For the past four years, she has been involved in its Safety Town program and as the committee chair for the annual Happy Feet drive. With the support of Belk’s, she coordinates over 50 volunteers and donation of shoes, socks and jackets to island children. This year, the drive was able to serve more than 270 children.

Her love for children also extends to their education. Jackson believes in the importance of saving. “Growing up, nobody taught us how to save,” she said. In an effort to ensure that the next generation has more information than she did, she began teaching

financial literacy to elementary school children at Central Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church.

Jackson is a firm believer that no child “should ever be cold or without,” That includes during the holiday season when she purchases Christmas gifts for 30 children and adopts a family from Deep Well Project.

If all of her community service and a full-time position wasn’t enough, she also is a committee member for the Ella C. White Memorial Scholarship Fund, and the One Island One Community. She volunteers at Central Oak Grove church and is an annual participant in the Relay for Life team for her church and bank. Jackson has always made her life about doing for others and increasing what she does. “Every year I add a lap on to the Relay for Life. This year I will be at 12 laps,” she said.

The extraordinary level of giving that comes from Jackson’s heart was returned to her during her battle with breast cancer. “I had an incredible support system.”

As a breast cancer survivor since 2006, Jackson learned a lot from her health experience, especially about the importance of early detection and knowing your medical roots. Jackson said she suspects when growing up, a lot of women might have had breast cancer in earlier years, but it was possible that “we just didn’t know.”

Jackson is married to Jerry Knighton and is the mother to two adult children, Corry and Brittany.

Regardless of her full schedule of work and volunteering, she has no plans for slowing down. “I’ll continue giving back how I can, in every way.” It’s those large giving hearts and selfless individuals like Rose Jackson who make our island a better place. LL

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Picnic with a purpose

What: One Island, One Community. One Hilton Head.

When it took place: July 4 Where: First Tee of the Lowcountry/Boys & Girls Club, Hilton Head Island Highlights: Many local residents gathered to enjoy fun, food and fellowship before the Fourth of July fireworks. The free picnic featured wet slides for the kids, a dunk tank, food and live music by The Headliners, The Spiritual Gangsters, The Children’s Choir, Cranford Hollow and Yasmine Ariana. The event was hosted by Central Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church and Grace Community Church.

High on the hog

What: Fourth of July Pig Roast When it took place: July 4 Where: Pine View Drive, Bluffton Highlights: The Highsmiths and the Coakleys hosted a private Fourth of July Pig Roast in Bluffton. Guests brought their best picnic dishes to compliment the main dish — a full roasted pig. The guest list included 115 locals, including Debbie and Ty Cook, Muffy and Rick Schulze, Eleanore and Domenico Desole, Becky and Bob Albright and Dwight and Susie Emanuelson. Mary Highsmith reported a good time was had by all.

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Private screening

What: Pilot episode watching party for Gigi Wilson’s lifestyle cooking program When it took place: July 9 Where: Harbour Town, Hilton Head Island Highlights: Last fall, Gigi Wilson filmed a lifestyle cooking program for Lakeshore PBS in Chicago. The program is being presented to a public broadcasting distributor for consideration for national distribution. Lakeshore asked Wilson to host a few select screenings in the Lowcountry, so she invited a few local friends and professionals to watch the pilot episode in a casual setting. We give it two thumbs up!

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Charleston Area Donavon Frankenreiter (Aug. 3) Kenny Wayne Shepherd (Aug. 6) Mary Chapin Carpenter (Aug. 7) Hootie and The Blowfish (Aug. 10-11)

Columbia Area Gideon (Aug. 10) Erica Campbell (Aug. 11) Journey and Def Leppard (Aug. 15) Beyonce and Jay-Z (Aug. 21) Hudson Moore (Aug. 24)

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5 Coligny: The Nicest Guys In The World Friendship Day Underwear Day

19 Coligny: The Nicest Guys In The World The Hajj Starts National Aviation Day

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Coligny: The Nice Guys Sneak Some Zucchini onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day

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Coligny: Magic with Gary Maurer MTV Video Music Awards World Mosquito Day

27 Coligny: Magic with Gary Maurer U.S. Open tennis begins

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Coligny: Daryl Ann Ingman HarbourFest Fireworks Summer Jams

21 Coligny: Daryl Ann Ingman Spumoni Day Senior Citizen’s Day

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Movie in the Park: "Footloose" Farmers Market of Bluffton Shelter Cove: Parrot Palooza Coligny: Cranford & Friends

HarbourFest Fireworks Sea Pines Farmers Market Summer Jams Coligny: Daryl Ann Ingman

26 Coligny: The Nicest Guys In The World National Dog Day

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PGA Championship begins Coligny: Magic with Gary Maurer Wiggle Your Toes Day

12 Coligny: The Nicest Guys In The World International Youth Day Middle Child’s Day

Savannah Area WWE Live: SummerSlam Heatwave Tour (Aug. 5) Victor Provost Quartet (Aug. 19) Houndmouth (Aug. 29) Paw Patrol Live (Aug. 11-12) Jeff Beck and Paul Rodgers (Aug. 23)

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Relaxation Day Coligny: The Nice Guys

22 Be an Angel Day Tooth Fairy Day

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Sunset Celebration: Deas Guyz Jazz Corner: Taylor Roberts Quartet Coligny: Dean St. Hillaire

17 Movie in the Park: "Honey I Shrunk the Kids" Farmers Market of Bluffton Coligny: Cranford & Friends Shelter Cove: Parrot Palooza

Sunset Celebration: Cranford Hollow Jazz Corner: Equinox Jazz Quintet Rooftop Bar: Cisco Adler Coligny: Dean St. Hillaire

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Day Against Nuclear Tests More Herbs Less Salt Day

Coligny: Cranford & Friends Frankenstein Day Toasted Marshmallow Day

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11 Presidential Joke Day Jazz Corner: Taylor Roberts Quartet Coligny: Juliet Muldrew

18 Major League Lacrosse Championship Jazz Corner: Equinox Jazz Quintet Coligny: Juliet Muldrew

25 Kiss and Make Up Day Jazz Corner: Vic Varner & Friends Coligny: Juliet Muldrew

ONGOING

Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina HarbourFest (through Aug.) Sea Pines Crabby Encounters Craft Cove Arts Center: Nature at Night Music of Crosby Stills Forest Preserve Wagon Journey Nash & Young Dive In Movie Rooftop Bar: Greener Daze Gregg Russell concerts Coligny: Dean St. Hillaire (through Aug. 24)

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Tons of great things are happening across the Lowcountry in August. Here are a few of our favorite festivals, events and other days of national and international interest.

Rich & Carol, the Dillon’s are moving in on Sat. Are we ready?

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Punch list completed & ready for them!

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Could maintenance hang their fans prior to move-in?

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How big of a ladder?

A tall one!

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ART SHOWINGS, PLAYS AND PERFORMANCES

WORLD CLASS ENTERTAINMENT AT THE JAZZ CORNER Hilton Head Islands boasts one of the top great jazz rooms in the world where you can catch a concert and dinner nightly in an intimate, elegant atmosphere.

Features innovative southern flavors and personal, attentive service.

NIGHTLY CONCERTS When: Doors Open at 6 p.m., concerts begin nightly at 8 p.m.

Where: The Jazz Corner Details: thejazzcorner.com or 843-842-8620

JAZZ AND ART AT A SOBA SPECIAL CONCERT AND RECEPTION DUELING PIANOS OFFER UP-TEMPO FUN Dynamic duo Ellie Stewart and David Ross have brought the art of dueling pianos back to the island. Take your seat in a room with two grand pianos, two entertainers, and a song list to follow along, and and prepare to get carried away. Catch this free-wheeling, interactive show through September 1.

DUELING PIANOS When and Where: 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Aug. 11, Sept. 1, Cheap Seats Tavern 2; 7-9 p.m., 10-12 pm, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Club Seats Grille; 5-7 p.m., 8-10 p.m., Aug. 4, 18, Cheap Seats Riverwalk, Hilton Head Island Notes: Reservations available Details: 843-338-1221 or rob@cheapseatstavern.com

CSNsongs – The Music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young “Love the One You’re With” at a performance of the songs of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Seven talented musicians offer renditions of "Teach Your Children," "Suite: Judy," "Our House," and so many more. Described as “Stunningly powerful,” by Rollingstone, CSNsongs satisfies to the core.

CSNSONGS – THE MUSIC OF CROSBY, STILLS, NASH & YOUNG When: 8 p.m., August 31, Sept. 1-2 Where: Arts Center of Coastal Carolina Notes: Tickets $49, suitable for all ages Details: 843-842-ARTS or www.artshhi.com

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Clay Rice performance and silhouette cutting Described by author Pat Conroy as a "great talent who combines soul and passion," silhouette artist and storyteller Clay Rice mesmerises children and adults alike, carrying on an 80 year family tradition. He’ll be at the Morris Heritage Center in Ridgeland on Tuesday, August 7. Reservations required.

CLAY RICE PERFORMANCE AND SILHOUETTE CUTTING When: 3-6 p.m. Aug. 7 Where: Morris Heritage Center, Ridgeland Details: 843-284-9227 or www.morrisheritagecenter.org

The Society of Bluffton Artists will present “She’s Music, She’s Art,” a jazz concert and art event on August 19 in the Center for Creative Arts in Bluffton.

Enjoy wine and art by Gayle Miller, SoBA’s president, at 2:30 p.m., and popular and original music by Jan Spencer at 3:15 p.m. Miller’s jazz, blues, and ragtime-inspired paintings will be on display from Aug. 6-Sept. 2, with the opening reception happening Aug. 12 from 3-5 p.m.

“SHE’S MUSIC, SHE’S ART,” CONCERT AND ART EVENT When: Concert and Art 2:30 p.m. Aug. 19, Exhibition Aug. 6-Sept. 2, Reception Aug. 12 Where: Concert in the Center for the Arts, next door to gallery, Art Exhibit in SoBA Gallery Notes: Tickets for concert are $25 Details: sobagallery.com

SUMMER FUN 2018 Major League Lacrosse Championship to be held in Charleston For the first time the Major League Lacrosse Championship will be held in South Carolina, at the MUSC Health Stadium on Daniel Island. Spectators will have the opportunity to see elite athletes playing at the sport’s highest level. Give them a warm, Lowcountry welcome on Saturday, August 18.

2018 MAJOR LEAGUE LACROSSE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME When: 7 p.m. Aug. 18 Where: MUSC Health Stadium Details: www.majorleaguelacrosse.com

AT THE POOL WITH A PURPOSE Sea Pines Resort offers water aerobics at the Harbour Town Pool every Tuesday and Thursday morning through August. Improve cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, endurance and flexibility.

Non-swimmers welcome.

CARDIO SPLASH WATER AEROBICS When: 8:15-9 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays through August 31 Notes: Reservations are required; $13/person.

Details: 843-842-1979

H O SPI C E G I V E S TH A NK S TO… Charlie Tyler, Spiritual Coordinator at Hospice Care of the Lowcountry. Often referred to as the “Chaplain”, Charlie offers emotional support, companionship and spiritual guidance for patients and their families in the most difficult days of their lives.

As your non-profit hospice we provide the gold standard in end of life care, thanks to the help and support of locals like Charlie, our volunteers, and you.

Charlie Tyler, M. Div Spiritual Coordinator

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SUMMER CONCERTS SUMMER CONCERTS AT SHELTER COVE

LIVE MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT AT COLIGNY PLAZA

The banks of Broad Creek set the perfect stage for picnics and sunset serenades every Friday through mid-August. Bring a beach chair, blanket, and a picnic from local merchants for family and pet friendly fun.

Shop, dine, and enjoy live entertainment just steps from the beach at Coligny Plaza, a local hotspot for 60 years.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT COLIGNY PLAZA When: Nightly at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Coligny Plaza Weekly Lineup: Mon. - Magic with Gary Maurer, Tues. - 2 Sons, Weds. - The Nice Guys and La Bodega, Thurs. - Cranford and Friends, Fri. - Dean St. Hilliare, Sat. - Juliet Muldrew, Sun. - The Nicest Guys in the World and La Bodega Details: colignyplaza.com

SUNSET CELEBRATIONS SUMMER CONCERTS When: Fridays, 7-10 p.m. through Aug.17 Where: Shelter Cove Community Park Music Schedule: Aug. 3, The Headliners; Aug. 10, Deas-Guyz; Aug. 17, Cranford Hollow.

Notes: Free Details: www.sheltercovetownecentre.com

BLUFFTON SUNSET PARTY SERIES Held once a month through September at The Bluffton Oyster Factory Park on the May River, each party features a different theme including Bluftemberfest, the End of Summer Blowout in September. Craft beer and wine bar, food vendors, and Lowcountry arts and crafts.

Kid-friendly Shannon Tanner concerts at HarbourFest Beloved 30-year veteran Shannon Tanner performs fun, interactive shows Monday through Friday all summer long. There’s lots of fun to be had at HarbourFest, including face painting with Cappy the Clown, arts and crafts, kids’ activities, and fireworks on Tuesdays. Thursdays are Parrot Palooza day, and the show switches gears to a Jimmy Buffet tribute concert with the Oyster Reefers.

HARBOURFEST When: Weekly through August Where: Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina, HHI Notes: Free Details: www.sheltercoveharbourfest.com

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BLUFFTON SUNSET PARTY SERIES When: 4- 9 p.m. Sept. 15: End of the Summer Blowout/Blufftemberfest Notes: $5, Free parking Details: www.blufftonsunsetparty.com

Under the Oak Tree with Greg Russell Over the years Greg Russell has become a Sea Pines classic. Join him under the Oak Tree Monday through Friday, the perfect compliment to a Harbour Town sunset. Fun for kids and adults.

GREG RUSSELL CONCERTS When: 8 p.m. Monday - Friday Where: Harbour Town Marina Notes: $6 Sea Pines Resort Day Pass Details: www.seapines.com

Palmetto Bluff Summer Concert Series Make it a hot summer night at Palmetto Bluff’s Summer Concerts at the Crossroads at Moreland Village. Proceeds benefit Family Promise of Beaufort County, whose mission is to provide temporary shelter, family stability and permanent housing solutions for homeless families with children.

PALMETTO BLUFF SUMMER CONCERTS When: 5 p.m. Aug. 7 Where: The Crossroads at Moreland Village Notes: $25 per car Details: www.palmettobluff.com

INFORMATIVE AND ENTERTAINING

PEPITO & ELVA

Sea Pines Resort’s Crabby Encounters How are your cast netting skills? Try your hand at this old world skill and explore the shore and its creatures with instruction and camaraderie. Supplies provided; catch and release.

CRABBY ENCOUNTERS AT SEA PINES RESORT When: 9 - 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday through Sept. 3 Where: South Beach, Hilton Head island Notes: $18/adult, $13/child (ages 12 & younger) Details: 843-842-1979

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ADULT PAINT AND PLAY AT ART LEAGUE ACADEMY Every Thursday through September talented and enthusiastic artist Kristin Griffis leads the adult group, step by step, to paint their own version of the focus picture. Enjoy a glass of wine as you allow music to inspire your inner creativity. The cost is $40/person and includes all materials, guided instruction, snacks and wine.

ADULT PAINT AND PLAY When: 7 – 9 p.m. Thursdays through September Where: Art League Academy Notes: Reservations requested, $40/person. Art League Members receive a 25% discount.

Details: 843-842-5738 or academy@artleaguehhi.

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Looking to live in luxury? LOCAL Life is offering readers an exclusive passport to the most exquisite and unique real estate listings available in the Lowcountry. Here are eight homes you are sure to love.

We feel these luxury properties — located in Port Royal Plantation, Sea Pines Plantation, Berkeley Hall, Indigo Run, Wexford Plantation, Leamington and Hilton Head Plantation — are the epitome of opulence. We’re calling this section the Real Estate Marketplace.

If you are looking to purchase an amazing Lowcountry home, these eight properties should be at the top of your list.

Million dollar dream homes

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Offered by Lenore & Gary Carter Weichert, Realtors®, Coastal Properties

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42 Broad Pointe Drive, Broad Pointe at Indigo Run

22 Castlebridge Court, Wexford

5BD, 5BA, 5,477 SqFt Meticulously designed with the highest degree of craftsmanship, all while capturing remarkably scenic deep-water views over an infinity edge pool. The perfect balance of indoor and outdoor luxury living. Grand foyer boasting a 20' ceiling, Turkish Limestone and Royal Mahogany flooring, cast stone columns, and 4 impressive fireplaces. The Chef's kitchen has premier appliances, Seafoam granite, and a cast stone gas-range hood. Fully equipped theatre and outdoor kitchen. $1,845,000

4BD, 4.5BA, 6,012 SqFt The far end of the Castlebridge Ct cul-de-sac is one of the most sensational harbour front locations in Wexford. Designed and constructed in a purposeful and thoughtful manner that wonderfully ignites the scenes and opens the door to entertaining on a grand-scale. This masterpiece affords inspiring Harbour views across the lush grounds and private dock. Exceptional craftsmanship throughout, inclusive of marble floors, dynamic ceilings, arched passages and spacious rooms. $1,949,999

Collins Group Realty 843.341.6300

Collins Tammy Group Nelson Realty843.846.2678 843.341.6300

www.CollinsGroupRealty.com

1085 Lighthouse I Villas, Sea Pines 3BD, 3BA, 2,300 SqFt This third-floor luxury waterfront flat has been completely renovated. Featuring wide-plank wood floors, updated bathrooms, and premium kitchen and bath finishes. Tucked away in a private niche in Harbour Town with views that epitomize island living! Private terrace looks over the 18th of the Harbour Town Golf Links with phenomenal sunsets on the Calibogue Sound. Every room has a water view. Offered fully furnished with gorgeous coastal-inspired decor. $1,145,000

Collins Group Realty 843.341.6300 www.CollinsGroupRealty.com

www.CollinsGroupRealty.com HorizonRealty.com

27 South Shore Drive, Leamington

Conveniently located to all amenities & everything HHI has to offer. This custom built one owner home is on one of the best homesites in Leamington. Long lagoon views & privacy. Just minutes to Leamington's Beach House. A gracious 2-story living room & long lagoon/pool views. A spacious master suite with a his/her spa-like bathroom. No detail is spared. A great home for entertaining. Comfortable guest suite with separate entry via private stairs to main home. 4 Bedrooms. 4 1/2 Baths $1,300,000

Mark Mayer 843.816.0693

www.MayerSutphinGroup.evusa.com

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21 Salt Spray Lane, Port Royal Plantation

Luxury Home Coming Soon in Hilton Head Plantation

Offers the most inspiring panoramic water views! PLUS the home has been expertly updated & upgraded. Unobstructed oceanfront views, across your mini-resort pool, w/ hot tub & waterfalls. 5 BR, plus a den, including 2nd floor Master Suite w/sitting area and Master Bath. 4 1/2 Baths. Great Room-Style Open Architecture w/soaring ceilings & walls of glass. New gourmet kitchen w/huge granite center island. Outdoor environments include 1st & 2nd floor open decks, private master balcony, outdoor kitchen. $2,650,000

Ultra high end finishes throughout. Travertine flooring with onyx inlay. Coffered ceilings with indirect lighting. Expert carpentry. Remarkable gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar, custom centre island, abundant custom cabinetry. Great room style architecture; open, bright and flowing plus family room. 4BR 4BA including full in-law or guest suite above 3 car garage. Private pool with waterfall, generous pool decking and covered porch, on a full sized wooded homesite. Just 1 minute to the water. $1,080,000

David Carroll 843.384.8111

Tammy David Carroll Nelson 843.384.8111 843.846.2678

www.HiltonHeadHomeSource.com

8 Heyward Place, Port Royal Plantation

128 Lancaster Boulevard, Berkeley Hall

Situated in the private residential oceanfront community of Port Royal, you will find this wonderful 5 bedroom 5.5 bath beachfront home with an elevator. Offering stunning, panoramic ocean views, this exceptional, open, light and bright home was built in 2001 with 118 feet on the ocean on 3/4 of an acre property. This is a very special custom home with a land value of at least $2 million! $2,295,000

Custom home with unparalleled view of Eagle Lake and wildlife preserve. Open floor plan with grand entry foyer, high ceilings, crown moldings, fabulous crystal chandelier.

Gourmet kitchen with top of the line stainless steel appliances and adjacent dining area.

Expansive covered/screened lanai with pool/spa, outdoor kitchen for alfresco dining. The master suite features His and Her separate baths and walk in European shower. Three guest bedrooms with baths, a library/den and second level family room. $1,050,000

Becky Herman 843.301.3355 Monica Davis 843.384.4473

Lenore & Gary Carter 843.422.4498

www.HermanAndDavisProperties.com

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advertiser index Imagine

Ameriprise Financial . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 31

Interiors by Donna Coudes . . . . . . . . . 139

Appliances by Design . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Island Child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Beach Properties of Hilton Head . . . . . . . 41

Island Getaway Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Ben Ham Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

J Costello Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Beverly Serral Signatures . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Kelly Caron Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Billy Wood Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Knickers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Birdie James . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

KPM Flooring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3

Bishop Eye Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Le Cookery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Bluffton Farmers Market . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Local Pie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Budget Blinds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Lowcountry Mercantile . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Camellia Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Lynne Anderson - Sea Pines Real Estate . . . 159

Captain Woody's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana . . . . . . 107

Charbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108, 109

Oak Advisors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Charlie's L'etoile Verte . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Old Oyster Factory . . . . . . Inside Back Cover

Closets by Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

Orangetheory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Coastal Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Outside Hilton Head . . . . Inside Front Cover, 1

Coastal Plains Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Palmetto Bay SunRise Cafe . . . . . . . . . 113

Coastal Treasures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Palmetto Bluff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

CoastalStates Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Palmetto Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Cocoon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Plantation Interiors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Community Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Polaris Capital Advisors . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Copper Penny . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Pretty Papers & Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Darren Clarke's Tavern . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Prime Lending (a Plains Capital Company) . . . 85

DayBreak Adult Care Services . . . . . . . . 115

Pyramids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Diana Jaffe Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Radiance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Distinctive Granite & Marble . . . . . . . . . . 17

Roller’s Wine & Spirits . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Dividend Assets Capital . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Ruby Lee's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Dr. Bonnie Rothwell . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

S.M. Bradford Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

ELA’S on the Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Schembra Real Estate Group . . . . . . . . . 85

Eric & Hillary Dollenberg . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5

Shop! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

FISH Seafood & Rawbar . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Signature Closets of the Low Country . . . . 93

Floors To Go by High Tide . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Spartina 449 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Forsythe Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

StoneWorks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

George Mason Mortgage . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Susan Ochsner - Sea Pines South Beach . . . 29

Gifted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

The Back Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Gigi’s Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

The Cypress of Hilton Head . . . . . . . . . 151

Group 3 Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

The Greenery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7

H2 Builders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

The Red Piano Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Hilton Head Exterminators . . . . . . . . . 149

The Salty Dog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Hilton Head Humane Association . . . . . . 155

Tracy Dayton - Charter One . . . . . . . . . . 89

Hilton Head Properties Realty & Rentals . . . . 89

Traveling Chic Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Hospice Care of the Lowcountry . . . . . . 153

WaterWalk at Shelter Cove Towne Centre . . 45

Hudson’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Wells Fargo Advisors - Gary Bezilla . . . . . . 71

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Buying, Selling, Listing, Just Looking.

Lynne Riggs Anderson Realtor, ABR

ImagineHiltonHead.com Your Realtor for Island Life 843.384.5426 Lynneriggsanderson@gmail.com

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FAMILY IS EVERYTHING

Pictured, from left: Rachael Cram, Elouise Cram, Lucy Cram, Stephan Fuller, Henry Cram, Leisa Cram, Peter Cram and Islay. Find more photos and video from this porch party online at LocalLifeSC.com.

White Wine Sangria

INGREDIENTS 1 bottle white wine 1/4 cup white sugar 3 oranges, cut into wedges 1 apple, cut into wedges 1 lime, cut into wedges 2 ounces Cointreau 1 bottle Prosecco

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DIRECTIONS Pour the wine into a pitcher. Squeeze the juice from the orange and lime wedges into the wine. Toss the orange, lime and apple wedges into the pitcher. Add the Cointreau and sugar. Stir well to make sure the sugar is dissolved.

Best if chilled overnight to blend the flavors. Add the Prosecco just before serving.

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The porch is a most important part of this Colleton River house built by Leisa and Peter Cram over a twoyear period, 30 years ago. They did it with the help of many of their friends in the building trades and under the watchful eye of architect, Terry Rosser.

The house is situated to take advantage of the prevailing southerly breezes of summer on a property bought by Peter’s father, Harry, in 1928. It is adjacent to property bought by Harry’s father in 1896 for hunting. It is just steps from where Bluffton’s beloved Sergeant “Sarge” Hamilton was born.

The porch has been a foundation for a great deal of fun and has fostered many memories over the years.

It has been used for christenings, weddings, and funerals. It has kept the secrets of the children’s parties Peter and Leisa only found out about after the fact. It has been the stage for family plays and dance recitals.

Every year it serves as the gathering spot for the Cram children’s favorite event, the Thanksgiving oyster roast.

The porch has brought together family, as well as old friends and new, and the Crams hope that it continues to do so for generations to come. LL

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