Reflections on the good life in coastal South Carolina }.
Reflections on the good life in coastal South Carolina }.
Windhorse in Port Royal 10
Much more than a store
Mexican Meatloaf 12
A creative supper
Shady Circumstances 16
Relief from the heat
New Conroy Series Begins 7
Jonathan Haupt
July 2 – July 15, 2025 .{ Opinion, Arts, Culture, Lifestyle, Cuisine }.
August 13 – August 26, 2025 .{ Opinion, Arts, Culture, Lifestyle, Cuisine }.
cover notes
The painting on our cover is by nationally recognized artist Gary Baughman, who'll be returning to the Lowcountry to teach a painting workshop for the Art League of Hilton Head next month. For more information, see our story on page 5.
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American Soundtrack RANTS & RAVES
My husband texted me from the office yesterday, saying, “Wanna feel old? Born to Run is turning 50.” Say what?!
One of my most vivid childhood memories – and I don’t have that many anymore – features an 11-year-old me on the first day of 6th grade. I’m in a brand new school – and it’s nothing like Walter Jackson Elementary, with its dusty hallways, cheerful bulletin boards, and comforting, chalky smell. No, Oak Park Middle School is ultra-modern – an “open floor plan” of interconnecting pods and very few walls. There’s carpet on the floor and I can see into the other classrooms (class pods?) and everything is startlingly bright and clean.
The strangeness factor is high, and I am nervous. I am also in math class – never my comfort zone.
The teacher has just handed out our textbooks, and I open mine cautiously to see what fresh hell awaits. In the front, there’s a name scrawled in pencil. Kip Greenwood. The big brother of my classmate Dan Greenwood. I have Kip Greenwood’s old math book. This is exciting.
But not as exciting as what I find next. In the back of the book, I discover that Kip Greenwood – it’s his handwriting, anyway –has copied a long poem. It begins like this:
“In the day, we sweat it out on the streets
Of a runaway American dream
At night, we ride through mansions of glory
In suicide machines
Sprung from cages out on Highway 9
Chrome wheeled, fuel injected and steppin' out over the line
Oh, baby this town rips the bones from your back
It's a death trap, it's a suicide rap
We gotta get out while we're young 'Cause tramps like us, baby we were born to run.”
Well. Imagine your 11-year-old heroine –almost 12, mind you – reading these words on her first day of middle school, in the back of her new math book – bequeathed to her by a (cute!) older boy – in a strange, sci-fi looking building like no “school” she’s ever seen before. Imagine she’s on the cusp of adolescence, with all its awkwardness and intrigue, a shy, nerdy girl who loves poetry and mystery novels.
Imagine the hot flush of her cheeks and the tingly thrill up her spine. Just imagine.
I remember sitting there on that first day of 6th grade, as the math teacher droned on about math, reading that long poem over and over again, my heart pounding with newfound, secret knowledge.
11th Annual Sea Island Spirit Writers
Short Story Contest
Writers, Far and Wide – Here’s a chance to get paid for writing! Sea Island Spirit Writers’ critique group is again sponsoring a short story contest open to all writers 18 years old and up. The phrase “the ride home” must appear in your story of 750 words or less. Your story could net you $100 for first place, $50 for second place, or $25 for third, and publication in Lowcountry Weekly.
THE RULES ARE SIMPLE:
• Entry fee is $15 per story. Only one entry per person please.
• All entries must include your name, address, email address and phone number.
• Entries must be received by Friday, October 3, 2024.
• Entries cannot have been previously published. We want new, fresh fiction.
• Digital entries only please. Submit to editor@lcweekly.com by email with “Short Story Contest” in the subject line.
• Payment may be made either by check or credit card. To pay by credit card, call Lowcountry Weekly at 843-522-0418. To pay by check, make checks out to “Lowcountry Weekly” with “Short Story Contest” in the memo line. Mail to Lowcountry Weekly, 106 West St., Extension, Beaufort SC 29902.
• Winners will be published in the October 22nd issue of Lowcountry Weekly.
The poem was wild. It was passionate. The speaker, “a scared and lonely rider” on a motorcycle, was in love with a girl named Wendy. He called her “baby.” He wanted to guard her dreams and visions. He told her to strap her hands ‘cross his engines. He wanted to DIE with her on the streets in an everlasting kiss, for goodness sake!
So this was middle school.
At the end of the poem, Kip Greenwood had penciled a name. Bruce Springsteen. I had never heard of this poet, but I knew him. I had gazed into his soul. My cheeks blazed on.
I can’t remember when it was that I finally realized “Born to Run” was a rock anthem, not a poem. Maybe late middle school or even early high school? Like my girlfriends, I was mainly listening to disco in the late 70s. But our male counterparts didn’t like that stuff, and by high school, they were all about rock n’ roll, with a particular reverence for some guy they called The Boss. We were starting to date these boys, so soon, we were listening to The Boss, too.
Springsteen’s songs of working class “broken heroes” racing cars and chasing dreams at the Jersey shore bore no more resemblance to our sheltered, white bread lives in suburban Alabama than the slick disco tunes from Saturday Night Fever, but there was a raw humanity in Springsteen’s music that disco decidedly lacked. His songs felt somehow both universal and distinctly American. Down in the heart of Dixie, we embraced this Jersey boy as our own.
Apparently, so did everybody else. Bruce Springsteen became an American icon, and five decades later, he still is.
But lately, his reputation as America’s blue-collar troubadour has become a bit shaky – and not just because he hasn’t actually been “blue-collar” in ages. In the Trump era, Republicans are increasingly perceived as the party of the white working class, while Democrats are seen as the party of educated elites. While Springsteen – always an outspoken liberal – hasn’t changed, the country has. So have many of his fans, even in his home state.
Back in May, a popular Springsteen cover band, No Surrender, had its long-scheduled gig at a club in Toms River, NJ, cancelled after Springsteen spoke harsh words about the Trump administration on his European tour.
Margaret Evans
Lead singer of the cover band, Brad Hobicorn, told The Guardian, “He (the club owner) said to me his customer base is redder than red and he wishes Springsteen would just shut his mouth. It was clear that this guy was getting caught up in that and didn’t want to lose business.”
Conservatives have long been critical of Springsteen’s politics, but mainly in the standard way that conservatives always criticize wealthy celebrities who denounce our capitalist system while flagrantly enjoying its benefits.
But this standard criticism never seemed to lose Springsteen many fans – even among conservatives. Art is art, after all, and politics is politics.
What feels different in the Age of Trump – to me, anyway – is that Americans no longer seem willing (or able?) to separate artists from their politics. Politics infuses everything, now – including the music we choose to listen to, the movies we choose to watch, the books we choose to read. Everything.
I realize that’s a provocative statement to make here at the end of my column. I should back it up with evidence, and maybe I will in a later issue. I need to do more research.
For now, I’m just remembering an awkward preteen girl who discovered something amazing in the back of her math book – of all places – in 1976 . . . and paying tribute to the man who set our runaway American dream to music.
For half a century – 50 beautiful, volatile years – he’s been our bard and our balladeer. He’s been the rockstar of my lifetime, and probably yours, too. I can’t imagine our American soundtrack without Bruce Springsteen.
So thanks for everything, Boss. May you have many glory days to come.
Margaret Evans is the editor of Lowcountry Weekly. She has been writing her award winning column, Rants & Raves, for 25 years.
Gary Baughman Returns for Painting Workshop
Art League of Hilton Head is pleased to announce the return of nationally recognized artist and instructor, Gary Baughman, to Hilton Head Island.
Baughman will be leading a special workshop titled "Stroke Up on the Basics of Good Painting," designed for artists of all levels. The workshop will be held at Art League Academy, located at 106 Cordillo Parkway, from Wednesday to Friday, Sep-
tember 17, 18, and 19, 2025. This three-day studio workshop offers a comprehensive exploration into the fundamentals of painting, with sessions tailored for both oil and pastel painters.
Participants will have the opportunity to work with Baughman in two distinct sessions: oil painting in the morning and pastel painting in the afternoon. Each session is structured to provide hands-on experience and
personalized instruction, allowing attendees to enhance their skills and develop their artistic techniques. Students can take one or both sessions.
Gary Baughman is celebrated for his expertise and passion for art education, making this an exceptional opportunity for local artists and enthusiasts alike. His return to Hilton Head marks an exciting event for the local art community.
DETAILS
What: Stroke Up on the Basics of Good Painting workshop with Gary Baughman
When: Wednesday to Friday, Sept. 17, 18 & 19. Oil session from 9am to 12pm. Pastel session from 1 to 4pm.
Where: Art League Academy is located South-island, 106 Cordillo Parkway, Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928
Howw: Registration at www.artleaguehhi.org
Race4Love 5K Run & 3K Walk on Cat Island
Join Hopeful Horizons to end violence and abuse
Registration is now open for Hopeful Horizons’ 13th Annual Race4Love 5K Run and 3K Walk, happening Saturday, September 27 at 9:00am on beautiful Cat Island in Beaufort.
Race4Love was established in memory of LCpl. Dana Tate and Cpl. Dyke “AJ” Coursen, Beaufort County deputies who lost their lives in 2002 responding to a domestic violence call. Each year, this heartfelt community event
raises awareness and funds for Hopeful Horizons’ mission to support victims and survivors of domestic violence, child abuse, and sexual assault.
This is a rain or shine event, and registration remains open through Wednesday, September 25. Fees and donations support the free, critical services offered by Hopeful Horizons to those in need across the Lowcountry.
“Race4Love is more than a race — it’s a powerful show of community support for survivors,” said Kristin Dubrowski, CEO of Hopeful Horizons. “When you lace up your shoes or make a donation, you’re helping provide shelter, advocacy, and hope to those who need it most.”
Join the movement to end abuse. Register now at www.race4love.com and make every step count.
Event Details: September 27, 9am, Cat Island, Beaufort
Traditional Publisher Open for Queries
WayWord Books is now reading for their third season
WayWord Books, a Beaufort-based publishing company currently planning their third season, is seeking manuscripts by accomplished writers. They venture off the beaten path to find new work and, according to editor Leslie Rindoks, are “excited to read manuscripts that cause us to think differently, leave us inspired, or just make us laugh.”
As a subscription-based publisher, they are breaking the mold by delivering high quality, first-edition books directly to readers, eliminating the need for distributors. They combine beautifully designed books with carefully curated gifts to provide an immersive experience for their subscribers.
WayWord’s first season included: Dry Spell by Avery Caswell, which Midwest
Review said was, “an inherently fascinating read from start to finish” calling it a “deftly crafted novel that showcases the author’s genuine flair for the kind of narrative driven storytelling that raises her work to the status of great literature” and the memoir No Experience Necessary by Nancy Murray, a spirited look at the author’s résumé, which is the literal definition of a storied career.
Murray writes with great wit and insight about going from a high school dropout, selling speakers from a seedy van, to becoming a sought-after Joan Rivers impersonator, and ultimately a college professor. The publisher’s second season recently launched with Spectacular Failures by Ken Lizzio, a book that takes readers deep into the heart of Africa with first-hand accounts of early Europeans’ (1788-1830) observations and interpretations about a continent that was, to them, a whole new world.
Unusual for a traditional publisher, WayWord Books has an open query policy and accepts un-agented submissions. They are looking for: literary fiction, upmarket fiction, mystery, and memoir. At this time, they are not publishing genre fiction (romance, fantasy, science fiction), self-help, textbooks, or children’s books.
Query guidelines can be found at https:// waywordbooks.com/query/
For more information, please visit www. waywordbooks.com
Village Social at Habersham Partners with Conroy Center
The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center and the recently opened special event space Village Social at Habersham will launch a new six-part monthly series of Pat Conroy-themed lectures and panel discussions, beginning on Monday, August 25, at 6:00 p.m. with Pat Conroy: An Introduction to a Lowcountry Legend, presented by Conroy Center executive director Jonathan Haupt.
Internationally acclaimed writer Pat Conroy (1945-2016) is best remembered as the author of The Water Is Wide, The Great Santini, The Lords of Discipline , and The Prince of Tides, each also adapted for film. Conroy has become as synonymous with his adopted Lowcountry as pluff mud or Spanish Moss. Join the Conroy Center executive director—and one of Pat’s many protégés — for an engaging hour of stories, photos, and videos introducing Conroy’s origin story, the beginnings of his writing and teaching life and exploring some of the major themes of his work, and how the nonprofit literary center established in his memory continues his legacy today.
The $25 registration fee includes the presentation, refreshments, and a donation in support of the year-round educational mission of the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center. You can register in advance for this event and others in this new series at https://www.villagesocialhabersham.net/upcoming-events
The monthly series will alternate between engaging thematic lectures on Conroy presented by Haupt and lively panel
discussions among a rotating cast of contributing local writers to the multi-awardwinning anthology Our Prince of Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy. Future event panelists include Cassandra King, Tim Conroy, Stephanie Austin Edwards, Brenda McClain, John Warley, and Margaret Evans.
About the Presenter: Jonathan Haupt is the executive director of the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center, the past director of the University of South Carolina Press, and co-editor of the anthology Our Prince of
Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy, winner of 17 book awards. Haupt has been featured on CSPAN’s Book TV and SC ETV/ PBS’s By the River. He is also a frequent guest book reviewer for the Pulitzer Prize-winning Charleston Post and Courier. He has been honored with the Doug Marlette Literacy Leadership Award and the South Carolina Association of School Librarians President’s Award. Under Haupt’s leadership, the Conroy Center has been recognized as an American Library Association Literary Landmark, an
affiliate of the American Writers Museum, winner of the Civitas Award for Tourism Leadership, and winner of multiple Tripadivsor Travelers Choice Awards. With Claire Bennett, he also serves as co-mentor to the student leaders of DAYLO: Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization, who in turn have been recognized with a national commendation from the American Association of School Librarians, the South Carolina Education Association's Richard W. Riley Award for Human and Civil Rights, and an honorable mention for the South Carolina Library Association's Intellectual Freedom Award.
About Village Social at Habersham: Founded by longtime Habersham resident and creative powerhouse Stephanie Smalley, Village Social was designed with connection in mind, to offer an intimate, thoughtfully curated space that turns gatherings into unforgettable experiences. Village Social offers a full-service experience, including event planning, decorating, catering coordination, and design support. Their signature House Events bring guest creatives, instructors, and professionals to Village Social for public workshops, hands-on classes, and fun activities — honoring the belief that when we gather with intention, we build something bigger than a single event; we build community. Learn more at https://www.villagesocialhabersham.net
And learn more about the Conroy Center at www.patconroyliterarycenter.org
Jonathan Haupt & Pat Conroy, photo by Anne McQuary
Register for Run Forrest Run 5K
The Beaufort Digital Corridor (BDC) is excited to announce that its annual fundraiser, the Run Forrest Run 5K, returns on October 4, 2025. Captivating Forrest Gump fans and avid runners alike, this is the race's fifth year opening the famous Woods Memorial Bridge to all who, like Forrest, just feel like running. Registration is now open, and Early Bird Tickets are available at https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/ Beaufort/2019 RunForrestRun5k
The Run Forrest Run 5K leads runners through beautiful, historic Downtown Beaufort. The race, which begins on Bay Street, takes racers over the same iconic bridge Gump crosses in the Forrest Gump movie. This family-friendly event welcomes runners, walkers, pets, and children of all ages to participate. All attending are encouraged to don their best Gump Getup and race to the finish line in hopes of claiming the Fastest Forrest Award.
The Run Forrest Run 5K serves as the BDC's grandest fundraiser. All proceeds support programs that provide accessible educational pathways and opportunities for individuals to upskill and thrive in high-wage tech jobs. Last year, the race drew in almost 600 runners from across the Lowcountry and neighboring states. The Corridor hopes to surpass those numbers this year. Those interested in supporting the Corridor's mission further can give a taxdeductible donation to the Beaufort Digital
God’s Knowledge Is Power
English philosopher Francis Bacon observed, “Knowledge is power.” Academic knowledge is certainly useful and important! But I’ve found that taking the concept of knowledge a step further – turning to what God knows – is particularly helpful, especially when we’re in trouble. Over and above what the physical senses report to us about ourselves, we can go to God in prayer for knowledge about the spiritual facts of being, which has tangible benefits. The knowledge and power of God are humbling. When we honor God over our own sense of the world, we realize we don’t know it all and it’s OK to ask God for help. A good way to understand what God sees of His creation is first to examine the nature of the creator. God, whom the Bible describes as Spirit and Love, has no physical attributes and is, therefore, without physical vulnerabilities or limitations. That which divine Spirit creates must logically reflect the nature and essence of its creator. Each of us has been generously gifted with an identity that is entirely spiritual and entirely good. In our true nature as God’s likeness, we are unlimited and undeterred by physicality, including all the liabilities that come with a material view of life.
And because God is the divine Mind, all His
children have the ability to understand spiritually. It doesn’t need to take years of practice to learn to turn to God for knowledge and strength, but rather an honest openness to Mind’s inspiration. Even as a young boy, Jesus leaned on God, divine Spirit. The Bible says about him, “The child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom” (Luke 2:40)
Corridor Foundation (BDCF), which is the new 501(c)(3) arm of the BDC. The BDCF is dedicated to advancing economic growth and social equity by empowering individuals from all backgrounds to pursue careers in technology. Donate to support this mission at https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/SC/ Beaufort/2019 RunForrestRun5k
The race is a part of the Beaufort Triple Crown Race Series (BTC), a series that supports three local nonprofits. The BTC is a collection of races hosted in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity of the LowCountry and Holy Trinity Classical Christian School. The series comprises the Swing Bridge Run happening on November 1 and the Turkey Trot 5K scheduled for November 27. Dedicated runners can sign up to participate in all three races and support multiple impactful organizations at https://runsignup.com/ Race/Register/?raceId =78083&multiRaceRegSetting Id=5290
A CHRISTIAN SCIENCE PERSPECTIVE
Christ Jesus’ identity and role as the Son of God were certainly unique. But his example is for everyone, and he made it clear that all are able to open themselves up and be filled with God’s wisdom, too. This understanding trust in God’s knowledge and power, Jesus proved, brings freedom, melting fear and completely curing ailments. Beyond blind faith, when our trust is founded on some degree of growing understanding of God and His creation, we have a strong basis for finding healing.
In Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, Mary Baker Eddy’s ground breaking book on God, prayer, and healing, we find this helpful counsel: “Rise in the strength of Spirit to resist all that is unlike good. God has made man capable of this, and nothing can vitiate the ability and power divinely bestowed on man” (p. 393).
This was proven to me palpably one time when I was lying on my back underneath my car, replacing the clutch.
The transmission slipped and came down squarely on my chest. I was alone in the garage and it didn’t seem I had the strength to free myself.
As I prayed, it became clear that if I saw myself as merely a physical being, I couldn’t do much – my strength and abilities were limited. Yet as a sense of myself as divine Spirit’s image expanded in my thoughts, my fear changed to confidence. And I then found I was able to lift the transmission off my chest and even get it back into its spot under the car.
The clear knowledge we gain from Mind certainly does empower us. It helps us find a solid trust in what’s right and what’s real. It’s a joy to become open to God’s presence and power like that.
Prayer can be a simple yielding to God’s loving, always-present strength and intelligence. We can ask for God’s help in understanding what is spiritually real, and experience how tremendously fulfilling it is to glorify God in this way. As the Bible puts it, “The Lord give thee understanding in all things,” (II Timothy 2:7).Then, as we grow in trusting God’s knowledge, our fear dissipates and God’s power shines through.
By Mark Swinney
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Windhorse Gallery & Marketplace
Filled with Furniture, Food, Fermentation, and Fun
You know how sometimes the stars align and something presents itself as “meant to be”? We know it well here at Seldon Ink and that’s pretty much how we found our way to our adopted home of Beaufort (another story for another time). Lucky for us, it happened to another dynamic duo who found their way here and have created a unique business combining home décor, fabulous food and wine, and tasty experiences at The Shed along Port Royal’s Paris Avenue. Welcome to Windhorse Gallery & Marketplace.
Owned and operated by the effervescent and eternally creative Katy and Dan Perrin, the shop recently celebrated its first anniversary and has been regally welcomed and received by the Port Royal and Beaufort communities. With a stunning selection of custom-made cabinetry and furniture, an impressive collection of local and regional art, a carefully curated wine shop, tasty provisions, and an enviable menu of appetizing activities, classes, and workshops, the Perrins have hit a homerun.
Now, for a little background. Dan has been a woodworking whisperer for over 30 years. Born and bred in Charleston (he’s actually a seventh generation Charlestonian), Dan was making high-end custom cabinetry when Charleston was in serious growth mode. And, when he wasn’t creating and building, he was sailing.
Charcuterie 2949, photo by Windhorse
Katy is from Augusta and moved to Charleston in the early-2000s to teach sailing. Figuring she’d need more than that to live, she took a job fundraising for the non-profit South Carolina Maritime Heritage Foundation. And it was in that sailing world that she met her future husband, Dan. She also became a race organizer for the biennial Charleston to Bermuda Race, as well as
Upcoming Events at Windhorse Gallery & Marketplace (check their website for more details)
August:
Friday ‘Uncorked’ - A drop-in style tasting event held weekly, 5-7pm Street Music on Paris Ave – Aug. 9th & 23rd. Music starts at 6pm The Shops of Paris Ave Present: 2nd Sunday Shop & Stroll – Aug. 10, 10-2pm Neighbor Night @ The Shed - Aug. 12 at 5:30pm Monthly Wine Club Social - Aug. 21, 5-7pm Paris Ave Gluten Free Awareness Event Aug. 30, 11am-4pm
September:
having a side hustle coordinating food and wine festivals across the country, where she picked up skills in event planning, party planning, and logistics.
As Dan’s business grew, Katy started working full-time with him to help manage the business side of things, freeing up more time for him to create. And then things changed in 2020. Their lease was up on the building that housed Perrin Woodworking, Charleston had grown a bit too large and crowded for them, and COVID hit. For the Perrins, the stars had aligned, and they knew it was time to make a move. Literally and figuratively.
Wanting to own their own building and knowing that Charleston was too expensive, they set their sights on Beaufort – both had vacationed and sailed here and had fond memories. In addition to space, they were also looking for a slower pace, for a deeper sense of community, and for a place where they could unleash their dreams.
They took weekend drives to the area looking around for the perfect spot. They put out feelers. And they were patient. While in town prospecting a property, they were introduced to some folks at the Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation. Although that property did not come to fruition, they stayed in touch.
During a Warrior Sailing camp in Port Royal, Katy and Dan drove past The Shed and commented to each other that it would be perfect for a woodworking studio – concrete floors, tall ceilings, raw, industrial, and filled with promise. So, when the call came from their friends at the Economic Development Corporation that the Town of Port Royal was accepting proposals for the next use of The Shed, they headed to town immediately.
One look and they knew it was the perfect spot for them. Although it took six months to jump through all the hoops, get approval from Port Royal’s Town Council, and complete a
Monthly Wine Club Social - Sept. 18, 5-7pm
Wine Seminar: Exploring the Loire Valley Sept 23, 5:30pm
October: Friday ‘Uncorked’ - A drop-in style tasting event held weekly, 5-7pm Plein Air Event – Oct. 10-12
Monthly Wine Club Social - Oct. 16, 5-7pm Beaufort Chamber Business After Hours Oct. 23, 5:30-7pm
Friday ‘Uncorked’ - A drop-in style tasting event held weekly, 5-7pm Street Music on Paris Ave – Sept. 6th & 20th. Music starts at 6pm ‘Encaustic Echoes”: An Exhibit by Emily Scott – Reception - Sept. 13, 5-7pm Winemaker Spotlight: Federico Cleva of Gradis’ciutta – Sept 15, 5:30pm
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Dan & Katy Perrin, photo by Adam Chandler
massive due diligence process, they finally closed on the property in September 2020.
The following May, Perrin Woodworking reopened in their new Port Royal location. But that was just the beginning. They always dreamt of a proper showroom to show off Dan’s custom furniture pieces. A space to not only show off what he makes – dining tables, coffee tables, side tables, cabinetry – but also how they live. A place where they could sit with a client, have a conversation, and inspire them to create the perfect piece of furniture for their home or office.
They spent the next few years transforming the front half of The Shed (if you had ever been to The Shed when it was storage for the port, a grass roots theater venue, or a pickleball court, you know what we’re talking about). They planned, they demolished, they designed, they rebuilt, they brought in upscale upholstered pieces, coastal artwork (Katy’s father owned an art and framing store, so she had background in artwork), and home décor pieces. And in June 2024, Windhorse Gallery & Marketplace opened its doors.
The space had taken on a comfortable living room meets showroom feel. But they felt they could do more. They thought about what else could complement a sleek living room vibe that, along with what other kinds of merchandise, would make it an inviting place for customers to visit and linger. And the lightbulb went off. Wine and food, of course. For Katy – someone who loves bringing people together over food and beverages – it was a no-brainer.
With a background in food and beverages through her years working for festivals and having a BFF in Charleston who is a restaurant, wine, and hospitality consultant, it wasn’t long before she and Kellie Holmes, Windhorse’s resident wine guru, started curating an impressive wine selection. Today,
that collection features over 200 different labels, focusing mostly on smaller producers from around the world. What makes them a little different than other wine shops in town is their focus on mindfully made wines: sustainable, organic, and biodynamic wines from vineyards and wineries with generations behind their labels. Wines can be purchased by the glass while you peruse the gallery, discuss a piece of art with Gallery Assistant, Libby Bergmann, or chat with Dan about the perfect piece of furniture – or by the bottle to take home. When it came time to come up with provisions that would go well with wine, Katy, AKA “the snack goddess,” fell back on her favorite go-to – cheese. She reached out to a few familiar cheese mongers, like Counter Cheesemongers out of Charleston and Third Wheel Cheese out of Philadelphia and started carrying their artisan farmland cheeses. We’re talking truffle cheddar cheese, Dirt Lover milk cheese, Sequatchie Cove Walden cheese, Cayuga blue, Doeling chive studded blooming rind goat cheese, Grafton Village Shepsog, Highlands Farm Havarti, Goat Rodeo bamboozle, and so many more. They also carry Goat Goods Creamery, a local goat cheese vendor creating their own tasty pesto goat cheese, pimento goat cheese, feta, and marinated feta. She then added artisan cured meats like rosemary lamb salami, wild fennel sopprassata, and duck breast prosciutto (a Garden & Gun “Made in the South” winner) from Meat Crafters, along with varied flavors of fig salami from Hellenic Farms. And, of course, you can’t eat cheese and meat alone, so they added other popular snack accompaniments like Rustic Bakery crisps and flatbreads, Top Seedz crackers, Marcona almonds, Turkish apricots, and other treats. They even offer ready-made charcuterie boxes that can accompany your glass of wine on the premises or be taken home to enjoy.
Knowing that not everyone is a fan of wine, Windhorse also stocks a refreshing selection of canned non-alcoholic cocktails and spritz, botanical sodas, kombucha, and an impressive lineup of craft beers. Guests are invited to enjoy their beverages as they mingle amongst the furniture and artwork or the (massive) wall of wine, or there is bistro seating on the front porch and walkway overlooking Paris Avenue.
Not ones to rest on their laurels, Katy and Dan have also created a robust Signature Culinary Series that takes place in the intimate kitchen of Windhorse. Past events have included pizza making, sushi rolling, fermenting, hand rolled pasta, Korean dumplings, and hot sauce making –all taught by area chefs and pop-up dining specialists.
They also have a Rooted in Wellness program that features things like yogurt
Street Music on Paris Avenue series and festivals like the Soft Shell Crab Festival and the Bands, Brews & BBQ Festival.
The Windhorse space is also available as a small event venue. Think book clubs, wedding and baby showers, office parties, and more. And if that wasn’t enough for the first year, the dynamic duo has some exciting plans going forward. They hope to enclose the side concrete pad with timber roofing, put in some fans in the summer and heaters in the winter, book bands and musicians, and expand their social footprint, both for their own events and as a rental venue.
So, as you can see, Windhorse Gallery & Marketplace is more than just a store. It’s a celebration of craftsmanship, artistry, and creativity. It’s an homage to artists and makers. It’s a community hub to celebrate the beauty in life – and in each other. It’s a welcome “meant to be” addition to Port Royal.
making and fermenting, with plans down the road to partner with local farmers from the Port Royal Farmers Market, including Whippoorwill Farms and Beaufort Bees, to create new programs and events.
Similarly, they also feature a Wine Seminar Series, where they bring in wine makers, vintners, and importers to talk about wine, often complemented with charcuterie boards and other foods by Sandy Bottom Boards. They also open their doors every Friday for Friday Uncorked, a drop-in wine tasting open to the public, a wine club (including monthly wine tastings and pick-up parties), and special events throughout the year. You can even find their charming wine mobile (affectionately known as Felicity, which means “intense happiness”) at Port Royal events like the
Windhorse Gallery & Marketplace
The Shed, 809 Paris Ave. Port Royal, SC 29935 843-795-2429
Beaufort-based travel journalists Lynn and Cele Seldon (www. seldonink.com) often cover culinary travel around the world, and Lowcountry Weekly recently lured them to write a monthly feature covering the local food scene. This will include articles about restaurants, chefs, food-focused stores, farms, farmers, farmers markets, and more. They welcome suggestions for topics.
A sampling of the wine selection at Windhorse Gallery, photo by Windhorse
One of the galleries at Windhorse, photo by Windhorse
Mexican Meatloaf Supper
Time-starved cooks take note! Our schedules seem to be busier than ever these days, but our families still need to be fed. Just coming up with an idea for a main dish can be a huge dilemma. Every busy home chef knows that the actual cooking of a meal is only half the battle --- the other half is creativity. Your family will love this easy-to-prepare and imaginative supper menu. These delicious recipes will work for friends, too. Happy cooking!
MEXICAN WATERMELON SALAD
Fresh watermelon salad gets a makeover with crunchy pepitas, salty queso fresco, fresh cilantro and a tangy lime vinaigrette. Perfect for any Mexican fiesta!
For the vinaigrette:
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon honey
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the salad:
3 cups arugula
¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
2 cups fresh watermelon (balls or cubes)
½ cup queso fresco or feta cheese, crumbled
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup roasted pepitas
In a small bowl, whisk together vinaigrette ingredients. Place arugula in a serving bowl. Top with onion, watermelon, queso fresco, cilantro and pepitas. Drizzle with vinaigrette before serving. Serves 4.
CHORIZO MEATLOAF WITH SPICY QUESO SAUCE
Who doesn't love meatloaf? This Mexican version is the ultimate comfort food! I used Ro*Tel diced tomatoes and green chiles.
For the meatloaf:
1 pound lean ground beef
1 pound Mexican ground chorizo
½ medium sweet onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 egg
2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
½ (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained
For the queso:
1 (15-ounce) jar queso blanco
½ (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained Chopped fresh cilantro, to garnish
CILANTRO-LIME CAULIFLOWER RICE
Enjoy this cauliflower rice as a side dish or as a base for a favorite Mexican recipe.
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup sweet onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
12 ounces riced cauliflower
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, mix all the meatloaf ingredients together. Mix well. Place mixture on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and form into a loaf. Bake in preheated oven for 60 to 75 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the center reaches 165 degrees. Heat queso in a small saucepan. Stir in drained tomatoes with green chiles and cook until heated through. When meatloaf is through cooking, transfer to a serving platter. Spoon queso over the top and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Slice meatloaf and serve with remaining queso on the side. Serves 6 to 8.
½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided Juice of 1 lime
Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and sauté over medium heat until they are soft and translucent. Add garlic and cook until garlic becomes fragrant, stirring constantly. Add the cauliflower to the skillet. Stir to mix well. Add the chicken stock, salt, cumin, and half of the cilantro. Cook for several minutes until cauliflower begins to get tender. Add lime juice. Taste and season with more salt, if needed. Stir in the remaining cilantro. Continue to stir until warmed through. Serves 4 to 6.
UN-FRIED ICE CREAM CAKE
All the flavor of fried ice cream without the mess. Be sure to let it freeze for at least five hours before serving.
1 quart vanilla ice cream
3 cups corn flakes
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
2 tablespoons light brown sugar, firmly packed
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¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 tablespoons honey, divided
Whipped cream, for serving
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Set out ice cream to soften at room temperature. Have an 8x8inch pan ready. Place cornflakes on a baking sheet, crush lightly. Add melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Toss to combine. Bake cornflake mixture until toasted, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool completely. Spread softened ice cream in 8x8-inch
pan. Spread the cooled cornflake mixture onto the ice cream in an even layer. Gently pat topping down with your hand. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of honey. Cover pan tightly with saran wrap or aluminum foil and freeze for a least 5 hours. Remove ice cream cake from freezer at least 10 minutes before ready to serve. Cut into slices. Drizzle with remaining honey. Top with whipped cream. Serves 6.
The writer owns Catering by Debbi Covington and is the author of three cookbooks, Celebrate Beaufort, Celebrate Everything! and Dining Under the Carolina Moon. For more great recipes and to view her cooking demonstrations, visit and subscribe to Debbi’s YouTube channel. Debbi’s website address is www.cateringbydebbicovington.com. She may be reached at 843-525-0350 or by email at dbc@ cateringbydebbicovington.com
DAYLO, Conroy Center, and Storybook Shoppe Donate School Supplies
During June and July, the student-led book club DAYLO (Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization), the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center, and the Storybook Shoppe children’s bookstore collected more than $8,000 worth of school supplies and gift cards to donate to the students and teachers of Robert Smalls Leadership Academy (RSLA), a Title 1 public school serving grades K-8 in Beaufort.
The school supplies drive collaboration is reflective of the pro-literacy and community-building mission of DAYLO, the educational mission of the Conroy Center (which honors the legacy of Pat Conroy as educator, author, and advocate), and the family and community outreach goals of the Storybook Shoppe. In addition to having drop-off locations for supplies at the Conroy Center and the Storybook Shoppe, the DAYLO students also gratefully received supplies at their summer community literacy events.
The largest donation to the school supplies drive came in the form of one hundred backpacks loaded with essential elementary school supplies, donated and delivered by Kim, Chief Community Officer of The Jeffcoat Firm. Each colorful backpack contained a notebook, scissors, crayons, pencils and a sharpener, a glue stick, folders, and a supplies pouch—all to help students prepare for a successful and enthusiastic beginning to their new school year.
In support of education and community wellbeing, the Jeffcoat Gives Backpack initiative delivered more than 1,700 backpacks of supplies to community partners in Columbia, Lexington, St. Matthews, Holly Hill, and Orangeburg. For a second consecutive year, the Conroy Center was selected as The Jeffcoat Firm’s distribution partner in Beaufort.
The inspiring generosity of dozens and dozens of individual local donors from across the lowcountry also filled several huge bins with vital supplies for educators and their students, all from the school’s official supplies list for the year. Curiously, one of the many bins came filled with supplies from the Toys“R”Us set of Roofman, the forthcoming Channing Tatum film, courtesy of a connection facilitated by the Storybook Shoppe.
DAYLO student leaders E Achurch (The Complete Student) and Piper Kennedy (Beaufort High School) were joined by past
DAYLO leaders Nora O’Brien, Mary Ruff, and Anjali Barigala (all Beaufort High), and their mentors Claire Bennett and Conroy Center executive director Jonathan Haupt in delivering the many supplies to RSLA, home of Beaufort County School District Principal of the Year Bradley Tarrance, prior to the start of the new school year, to help support the educational needs of the nearly 900 students who attend the school. DAYLO student leader Becca Bennett (Beaufort Academy) also assisted the Jeffcoat Firm’s delivery of the backpacks to the Conroy Center.
“I’m tremendously proud of the
remarkable work of our world-saving DAYLO students, our Conroy Center supporters and volunteers, the customers
and staff of the Storybook Shoppe, and the many generous members of our community who wanted to help Robert Smalls students and teachers start the new school year with a plethora of supplies to equip them to succeed,” said Conroy Center executive director Jonathan Haupt. “We’re beyond grateful to Kim Jeffcoat and The Jeffcoat Firm for once again supporting this project with such an incredible gift, truly in service to the many communities they serve.”
“Beyond the thousands of items we were able to collectively donate to Robert Smalls, we wanted to show all of those students and teachers in a grand, impactful way that our community cares about them, supports them, and wishes them fantastic learning experiences this school year.”
This is the second year of the DAYLO-led school supplies drive in collaboration with the Conroy Center and the Storybook Shoppe. Last year’s supply drive benefited St. Helena Elementary School, also a Title 1 school.
DAYLO with RSLA principal Brad Tarrance
Resurrection
Don’t let the title of this column lead you astray. One might assume it’s an Easter missive reflecting the Christian belief of the crucified Christ arising from the tomb back to life. Capitalization is only because it’s a title. As you may know, the word “resurrection” appears in many guises. Among those are: “to return or restore to consciousness or life,” “to become active or flourishing again,” or “to restore from a depressed, inactive, or unused state.”
To all of the preceding definitions, “bingo!” Thanks and a tip of the hat to Merriam-Webster for this clarification.
You may remember Sunday, August 3rd, as Beaufort’s first day of gentle rain, lower temps, and slightly decreased humidity for quite some time, directly following umpteen days of hot and humid with searing sunshine interrupted only by the occasional dangerous thunderstorm. Water Festival weather for sure. Strolling the Spanish Moss Trail (SMT) after about 8 a.m. was akin to stepping onto a barbecue grill, no matter the SPF of your sunscreen nor the width of your wide-brimmed garden hat. The iPhone weather channel UV index hovered around Extreme, with a profile graphic reminiscent of the top of the Matterhorn. Jungle-like conditions. Only the gators were in their element.
I must admit that on early morning walks, no matter the heat, the Lowcountry’s exquisite
scenery always catches my eye because, in my book, nowhere on Earth has this combination of natural order, i.e. gators for sure, but also palm-rich tropical forests, marvelous mazes of waterways rife with aquatic creatures, magnificent centuries-old live oaks bedecked with “old man’s beard,” near-daily sunshine, and feathered friends galore.
So on this first Sunday in August on the SMT, I witnessed all of the above – sans gators. But something was different, and the answer became clear immediately. Lovely, thick, bright green resurrection ferns covered the live oak arms and chunks of the trunk of every staid tree, nature’s own flourishing from a long-inactive state. As little rain had blessed Beaufort prior to that weekend, the ferns’ fronds were shriveled and curled, looking all but dead until a downpour brought drops from above to awaken the ferns into their glorious natural beauty. And with their appearance an ah-ha came to me, the answer to an issue that had been bugging me for a while.
If you’re of a certain age, I’m guessing you’ll understand how witnessing a lush re-appearance of resurrection fern could trigger an awareness of a personal sort of resurrection. Perhaps a recent birthday has evoked a focus on how high the numbers are re: how many years you’ve been on the earth. This may be especially true if your day-to-days have been running along
smoothly, if you’re feeling pretty darn good, staying busy with some sort of work or hobby; seeing friends, kids, and grands; traveling to intriguing destinations; and taking care of your health.
OR the above-mentioned awareness of age can creep in if you’re not feeling so well. Maybe you’re saddled with an illness or an old injury has come back to haunt you, which can happen as we age.
A few years ago, I was diagnosed with bursitis in my left shoulder. The pain seemed to appear “out of nowhere” and grew worse.
“Have you injured this shoulder previously?” the orthopedic doc queried.
I thought briefly, then answered, “When I was 16, I fell off a horse and broke it, but that was years ago. That couldn’t still be a problem, could it?”
Turns out it could. And is. Pick an “itis” . . . arthr-, bursi-, bronch-, hepit-, et al. That particular suffix can mean “inflamed” . . . which can translate to “ouch.” A regimen of physical therapy did the trick. But it made me begin thinking about the fact that my body, which has always served me well, is aging and that my future might be different than imagined. Many seniors acquire serious health issues that can render them dependent on caregivers, land them in an extended-care facility, or worse.
Occasionally, if I’m over scheduled, tired, or worrying about the years passing quickly, I can get lost in the “what if’s” that can sometimes be my go-to thoughts. For me, that’s not unlike “going down the rabbit hole” of online options on Facebook, Instagram, or any other “black hole” of information or entertainment, which can suck me down faster than pluff mud before I know it.
Physically, as opposed to technologically, the form my what if’s or worries can take are the possibility of: dementia (More often I seem to be walking into a room and losing track of the reason I’m in that room.), skin cancer (A small facial mole can suddenly seem to me to be darkening, growing, and forming irregular edges.), or a brain tumor (A headache that wakes me in the night could be an OMG.) In reality, forgetting why one walks into a room is common; I’ve been doing that for years, as have many people. The facial mole, which I’ve had since childhood, is in the exact location of one my mother had, and it has not changed a bit. And the
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oncoming headache is probably the result of dropping barometric pressure, which has been a migraine trigger of mine for years. These thoughts only happen when – as mentioned above – I’m doing way too much, dog-tired, or not taking good care of myself.
The only remedy for extricating myself from what I refer to as “mindless entertainment” (technological) or “catastrophizing thinking” (physical) is as follows:
• Become aware of being “hooked” again, albeit on social media, hosting a pity party, binging dark chocolate, or any of dozens of other options.
• Get still and concentrate on deep breathing for at least five minutes; your brain needs that oxygen.
• Engage in whatever activity can help you become present. That can include walking in nature, writing in a journal (per Julia Cameron’s Morning Pages, as described in her classic book, The Artist’s Way ), meditating, calling a friend, doing something for someone else, beginning a project you’ve always wanted to do (no more procrastinating), cleaning out a closet, or listening to a spirit lifting podcast (Possibilities include Mel Robbins, Michael Singer, Fresh Air, the TED Radio Hour, On Being, or David Ghiyam.)
• Feel the return of pure joy to your heart, embrace it, and give gratitude to the power(s) that assisted your process.
As Joseph Campbell so aptly reminded us, “Find a place inside where there’s joy, and the joy will burn out the pain.”
Don’t allow yourself to fall prey to worry about aging. The AARP Magazine always features stories about older folks who are living their best lives now at an age when society assumes the productive days of seniors are over. Wrap your arms around the possibilities and create your own resurrection a day at a time.
Friday Fun at a Farm
Who in the world Is Jenks Farmer?
When I moved here and took the Master Gardener class, I heard the name “Jenks Farmer” constantly. Who was he and what was the big deal? When I finally heard Jenks speak at a Lowcountry Master Gardener symposium I learned what the big deal was. Jenks is probably one of the South’s foremost horticulturists and garden designers. His jewel is the Riverbanks Zoo Botanic Garden in Columbia where he was the first curator.
I met Jenks again at a garden symposium at Magnolia Plantation and we hit it off immediately as only “plant people” can. A year later I got an email from friends of mine who run a garden website out of West Sussex, England, called Garden Masterclass. Garden Masterclass offers online classes with the world’s most renowned gardeners and garden designers as well as live person to person garden tours in U.K. during the summer months. They wanted to have Jenks on one of their zoom talks, but were hesitant because they were not sure if they could understand a southern accent. Some Brits seem a little intimidated by the American South. I am not sure if they have watched “Deliverance” too many times or certain American TV shows and find this off putting. Regardless of their reasoning, I agreed to be their interpreter although Jenks certainly did not need one. It was a great zoom talk with Jenks live from his farm in Beach Island, South Carolina. My friends were very impressed with not only his horticultural knowledge, but his personal philosophy about gardens, gardening, and those who till the soil and plant the seeds both today and in the past.
I was delighted in June when Jenks had an open house at his farm on a bright and sunny Friday. My husband and I ventured up north to Beach Island and found ourselves in a lovely part of South Carolina with rolling hills and hardwood forests. The farm dates back to 1750 with the original house still standing although it was “modernized” in 1850 to bring it to the style of that time. The many outbuildings have been rebuilt for safety reasons, but much of the original materials were reused. There is a “watch” donkey to keep armadillos and coyotes away and he periodically announced his presence with loud heehaws.
This is a working farm and Jenks and his crew grow many unusual perennials as well as their specialty – crinum lilies. Crinums are a
traditional southern pass-along plant. They grow from large bulbs and are found on just about every continent. They are a member of the amaryllis family and have many common names such as Swamp Lily, Cemetery Plant, and Spider Lily. They seem to thrive in our heat and humidity and are extremely tough. For years crinums were excluded from southern gardens as “poor people plants” and were only found in cemeteries and old homesteads.
Seeking to disrupt this thinking Jenks selected crinums as the core collection at the Riverbanks Zoo Botanic Garden where he showcased these plants and demonstrated their ability to fit into a garden setting.
Crinums’ thick leaves act as a foil for more delicately leafed perennials and the leaves stay green all year unless hit with a severe freeze. Then they do bounce back in a matter of weeks. On our farm tour, we walked through the crinum fields and marveled at the different varieties as well as colors that I had never seen. It goes without saying that I came home with several crinum bulbs and my husband found an unusual plant that “needed” a new home in our yard. When a nongardener wants a plant, you must definitely buy him that plant! He named it “Mr. Spikey” and it is flourishing.
After our tour of the fields, we had a farm to table lunch in the shade of massive pecan trees and a chance to talk to fellow plant enthusiasts. A tour of Jenk’s momma’s Garden followed with all of us wide-eyed at the color and diversity of plants and shrubs. We wandered among the outbuildings finding vines and flowers in seemingly every corner of the farmyard.
By Wendy Hilty
Jenks does sell his plants online and he has written several books that are worth a read. My husband, the nongardener, feels that Jenks is every bit the exceptional writer as well as talented gardener. We both love to read anything that Jenks writes. My day with Jenks took me from being someone who took crinums for granted to someone who has found enjoyment in this “Old Timey” Southern plant with its interesting history and quite lovely flowers.
Wendy Hilty is a Master Gardener and member of the Lowcountry Master Gardeners organization. She is also a member of the Royal Horticultural Society and likes to spend her time attempting to grow an English Cottage Garden in our heat and humidity. Her Comyagardener blog won a state-wide award from Clemson University last year. Wendy firmly believes that the most important tool for a gardener is a good sense of humor.
Crinum
Shady Circumstances
Of course you can fall in love with light; it has a quality of mood that both demands and rewards attention. Check the sky at dawn and hit the road, and the hours dictate the feel of the sun in your eyes, or the warmth on your shoulders, or the full body assault of a bright summer day. Later the magic hour entrances as light gives way to night. But what about the shade? Isn’t that worthy of consideration? I’ve always appreciated shade as a concept, but I didn’t fall in love with it quite as intensely as I have since moving to the Lowcountry. And that’s because of the nature of this heat.
The reality of the combined force of temperature and humidity brings a dimension of experience to being outside around here like nowhere else I’ve ever been. Forget about the tropics, southwestern deserts, bayou country, or the swampy Potomac lowlands—this here spot has heat that grabs your whole body in a headlock and infuses confusion, an inside out feeling of elemental exposure. Air thicker than water, fire-roasted upon delivery, ultraviolet rays like smote justice for the sin of venturing outdoors . . . that’s where shade comes to the rescue.
When I walk the dogs these days my route is dictated by the shady circumstances at that time of day. Most of the time the alley that runs behind the houses just east of me has plenty of shade, thanks to the mossy oaks. I can stroll there without worrying about spontaneous combustion of me or my furry friends.
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the shade and I’m somehow threatened with a brightness that offers no mercy.
As AI puts it, “By incorporating shade into our daily lives, we can improve our quality of life and contribute to our overall well-being.”
To this I would add we can survive the South Carolina Lowcountry summer.
Shade has a quality of mood too, an embrace like the neighbor who’s right on time with a kind word or an ice cream sandwich. Research suggests being in shaded areas reduces stress, promotes relaxation, improves mood, and enhances sociability.
Where it gets tricky is leaving this tunnel-esque domain for the great yonder of a longer walk. I’m just a half mile from an entry point to the Spanish Moss Trail and another nice stretch of shade, but as the saying goes it’s hell in that hallway before the next door opens (or in this case the shade returns). When I leave the protection of shade I’m immediately blasted and enveloped by relentless bright-white heat. At times I have this image in mind of racing across a minefield to safety.
It's in the strong divergence of managing okay while in the shade and then being revealed in the scorching sunlight that promotes a woozy disconnection. It reminds me of the feeling I get when I’m gazing at a magnificent painting by Caravaggio, that master of chiaroscuro, the over the top bold contrast of light & dark in a painting like The Crucifixion of Saint Andrew . The whole composition of my walk changes when I lose
I’ve become adept at identifying pockets of shade, studying the canvas of the sidewalk inside the frame of roads, trees, and houses. I believe that the world around me is an affirming place, and the universe provides ample opportunities for wonder and awe. But when I’m feeling the weight of heat permeating from every direction, feeling crucified on a cross of humidity, the harshness sharpens into a point: melting is not reserved for just candles and ice cream left too long on a picnic table. We humans have a melting point and it's approximately 3 miles into a late afternoon trek in a “real feel” of 107 degrees. Later, sufficiently hydrated and solidly reassembled, I thank the Gods of breeze and tip my hat to ice and water, what a lovely combination. I scan the dying light and marvel at the invention of air conditioning. There is another heat advisory coming tomorrow, but it’s going to be okay. The relief I believe in is made in the shade.
Luke Frazier is a writer and award-winning media producer who recently transplanted to the Lowcountry. He runs NOW Communications, which focuses on the needs of missiondriven organizations. Luke can be reached at nowandfuturecomms@gmail.com
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ern amenities, a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living, and quick access to fishing, beaches, and local dining. $3,500/mo. Call Diana Lopez at 276-6851260. Relaxation awaits!
CLASSES & SEMINARS
FREE HYPNOSIS/HYPNOTHERAPY INFORMATION session and guided group meditation workshop. This free session will focus on stress reduction and relaxation. Open to the public, every 3rd Monday of the Month, at 7 pm Eastern via Zoom. Bring a friend, learn more and RSVP for Zoom Link at www.guidepathhypnosis.com or contact Chris at chris.guidepath@gmail.com
BEAUFORT COUNTY LIBRARY ONGOING PROGRAMS & CLASSES Stitch Happens, Mondays @ 1:30, Bluffton; Basic Computer Skills Class 1st & 3rd Fridays @ 11:30am, Lobeco; Dungeon & Dragons Teen Club Mondays @ 4; Teen Gaming Club 1st & 3rd Wednesdays @ 4.
FRIDAY SOCIAL DANCES The Hilton Head Carolina Shag Club hosts Friday dances from 6-9:30 pm at Dolphin Head Golf Club, 59 High Bluff Rd, Hilton Head Plantation. Open to the public. Shag, ballroom, swing, country, or line. Singles welcome. Cash bar and light dinners available. $5 floor fee. HHICSC also teaches beginner Shag lessons Tuesday nights. www.hiltonheadshagclub.com, or www.facebook.com/HHICSC
ART LEAGUE OF HH CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
With over 25 local professional art educators, and guests from around the world, Art League of Hilton Head offers classes and workshops in all media for all levels of students. Visit www.artleaguehhi.org or email academy@artleaguehhi.org for more info.
POTTERY CLASSES IN BEAUFORT McSweeney Clay Studio offers morning, afternoon and evening classes for children and adults. Pottery dates and parties available as well. Classes are on going. Beginner or advanced welcome. mcsweeneyclaystudio.com or call 843-694-2049.
LOWCOUNTRY SHAGGERS Mondays - Holiday Inn, 2225 Boundary St. 6-9pm. Shag Lessons with Tommy & Sheri O'Brien and others. Occasional Ballroom and once a month Line Dance. Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced lessons. Open dancing after lessons. Visit www.lowcountryshaggers.com or lowcountryshaggers@aol.com
WEDNESDAYS, BEAUFORT SHAG CLUB meets evenings at AMVETS, 1831 Ribaut Rd., Port Royal from 7-9pm, and the 2nd Sat. of the month 7-10pm. Free lessons to members Sep. to June. Visit The Beaufort Shag Club on Facebook
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
FREE VESSEL SAFETY CHECK by local members of the America's Boating Club of Beaufort. If your boat passes, you will receive a VSC decal to mount on your boat that will be visible to other boaters and maritime law enforcement personnel. Contact safety@beaufortboatingclub.com
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to staff The Lending Room, 954 Ribaut Rd across from Beaufort Memorial Hospital. Help us receive donations of gently used medical equipment and distribute them to those in need. We need to staff our showroom M-F 9:30-3:30 and Sat. AM. Shifts only 3 hours long. No experience is required but a familiarity with commonly used medical equipment helpful. Training will be provided. If you are looking for a rewarding volunteer job, learn about TLR and find volunteer application forms at lendingroombft.com or call Barbara at 314-660-4233.
LOCO SCRIBBLERS 3:00 5:00 p.m. every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Are you a scribbler (professional or hobby writer)? Check out our small, informal Beaufort area writers club. All skill and subject levels welcome: fiction, short stories, poetry, non-fiction, and memoirs. Free. Call or email for more info and meeting location in Port Royal: beaufdick@gmail.com or 843-322-0616.
SEA ISLAND ROTARY CLUB has a 12:15 lunch meeting every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at Sea Island Presbyterian Church, 81 Lady’s Island Drive, Lady’s Island. Social gathering every 3rd Tuesday at 5:30 pm, locations vary and posted on our website. For more information about the Rotary Club of Sea Island please visit our website at www.seaislandrotary.org
BRIDGE CLUB at the Beaufort Branch Library Wednesdays at 11am. Join a session for beginners new to the game, other sessions will provide some instruction and we will learn as we play. Join us if you want to learn a new game, practice your skills, or need more players. Call the Library at 843-255-6458 for more information.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for military lounge at the Savanna/Hilton Head Airport operated by a cadre of volunteers. The former USO Lounge is now “Savanna Salutes,” and continues to provide a respite for travelling active duty, retired and reserve military, veterans and families. We need volunteers to keep the lounge open from 8 am to 9 pm, seven days a week. There are three shifts each day, with two volunteers for each shift. Interested in volunteering? Info and application forms are at the www.savannahsalutes.org or call John Findeis at (912) 507-4848. The airport provides free parking.
VETERANS FIRST THRIFT STORE is in need of volunteers. Summer hours are Thursday thru Saturday10am-4pm. Volunteer hours are very flexible! Stop in the store at 612 Robert Smalls Parkway to fill out a volunteer application or call the store at 843-263-4218. Please consider helping this very worthwhile organization!!
SECOND HELPINGS seeks volunteers to crew trucks in Bluffton and Beaufort to distribute food to local charities. Offering a flexible schedule at your convenience. Email officeadmin@secondhelpingslc.org
BEMER LONGEVITY TECHNOLOGY 9a Wednesdays via Zoom. Seen the buzz on “life span VS health span”? Want to grow better, not older? Haven’t heard of BEMER yet? Come for Q&A about how this longevity-enhancing medical device can enhance your health, fitness and overall well-being in just 8 minutes 2X/day. Offered by BEMER Specialist - Human & Equine, Elizabeth Bergmann. Text 410-212-1468 to get the Zoom link. Free.
CARIS HEALTHCARE: WE HONOR VETERANS Hospice Program. You a Vet with a little time to share with other Vets with limited time? The We Honor Veterans program seeks volunteers who are Vets to offer a listening ear for our Veteran patients. Volunteers also participate in our Pinning Ceremonies for Veteran patients. Contact 843473-3939 or smilliken@carishealthcare.com
SPIRITUAL COMMUNITY: Non-denominational meditation, silent prayer and healing group forming. All welcome. No meditation experience needed. 843-489-8525.
HABITAT RESTORE NEEDS VOLUNTEERS We're looking for volunteers. Cashiers, sales floor associates, donation processing, donor data entry, and donor ambassadors. Visit lowcountryhabitat.org/volunteer or call 843-525-0055.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for Calhoun Station Thrift Store in Bluffton. All funds generated are returned to other nonprofits in the community. Open Wed & Sat 10am to 1pm at 77 Pritchard St. Volunteers can stop by or contact Cate Taylor, 843-310-0594 or catetaylor@frontier.com
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for HELP of Beaufort, 530 Charles St. Looking for committed volunteers for clothes sorting, pantry help, front desk help and Mobile Meals drivers. We are open M-F from 9:30-12:30, Mobile Meals delivers to home bound seniors 5 days/week, routes takes about 3045 mins. Email Lori at helpbeaufort@gmail.com, or call 843-524-1223, or stop in and fill out an application.
PORT ROYAL MUSEUM is open Thursday through Sunday at 1634 Paris Ave., from 10 - 3 or upon request. Free admission! Call 843-524-4333 or email historicportroyalfoundation@gmail.com to request a special opening.
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP - First Thursday of the month at Beaufort Memorial LifeFit Wellness Center, from 1:30-2:45pm, 900 Ribaut Rd. Beaufort. We're individuals with Parkinson’s, care partners of those with Parkinson’s, and individuals or companies providing products or services for Parkinson’s patients. For more info: Rick Ostrander at pdawaresc@gmail.com or Facebook at Parkinson’s Support Group Of Beaufort SC Port Royal & Lady’s Island
TOUR HISTORIC FORT FREMONT – Running through July, the Fort Fremont History Center will expand operating hours to Thursdays from 1 to 4 pm, Fridays from 1 to 4 pm, Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm, and Sundays from 1 to 4 pm. No admission fee. Docent-led tours are available by request. The Fort Fremont Preserve is open from dawn to dusk, Monday through Sunday. A self-guided walking tour is available for smartphones from the Apple or Google Play stores. For more information or to download the app, visit www.fortfremont.org
US COAST GUARD AUXILIARY, Flotilla 07-10-01, Port Royal Sound, a uniformed, all volunteer component of the U.S. Coast Guard. We conduct safety patrols, assist search & rescue, teach boat safety, conduct free vessel safety checks and other boating activities. Monthly meetings are open to all and held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Port Royal Sound Foundation classroom at 7pm. For info call Flotilla Commander Pattie McGowan (706-633-6192) and on FacebookUSCGA Beaufort
BEAUFORT TOASTMASTERS CLUB meets from 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm the first & third Tuesday, in the Beaufort College Building, Rm. 103 (USC-Beaufort Campus), 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort. To learn more visit beauforttoastmastersclub.toastmastersclubs.org
FREE ACUPUNCTURE FOR VETERANS – Veterans,
Active Duty, Transition. Their Families and First Responders are Eligible. First & Third Wednesday 46pm. Walk In Clinic. No Need to Pre-Register or Call. Nourishing Health Acupuncture and Herbs Clinic. 1214 Prince Street, Downtown Beaufort.
CRESCENT HOSPICE SUPPORT GROUP: Last Wed. and Thurs. of the month. Weds. 10-11am at Sun City; Thurs. 12-1pm Brookdale Hilton Head Ct., Hilton Head; for those who provide physical, emotional or practical support to a family member or friend. Jodi Johnson, LMSW. Bereavement Group: 5-6 pm., Fridays, 10 Buckingham Plantation Drive, Suite A, Bluffton; for those who have experienced a loss and would like support and info associated with grief and bereavement. Corrie VanDyke, LMSW or Marie James, MA. 843-757-9388.
INTERESTED IN HEALTHY EATING? Second Helpings, of Beaufort, Hampton, and Jasper counties, seeks committee members and chairperson for Healthy Food Program. Funding available to procure fresh produce and protein for the 60 food pantries and soup kitchens served by Second Helpings. Contact Exec. Dir. Lili Coleman, 843689-3616 or execdirector@secondhelpingslc.org
BORN TO READ working for early childhood literacy, needs volunteers to deliver books and materials to new mothers at Coastal Community Hosp., HH Hosp., and BMH. Visits are from 10am – noon. More info at borntoread.org or call 843-379-3350.
ALZHEIMER’S FAMILY SERVICES OF GREATER BEAUFORT, Support Groups: Caregiver - Fridays., 12:30pm, Living with Alzheimer's - for those in very early stages - Mondays 1pm, Respite Programs: Social Day Program- 10am-1:45pm $40 Day Fee, Weds. & Friday. All meetings are at Carteret Street Methodist Church, 408 Carteret St., Beaufort; In Home - Respite Aides available for 2 hr. minimum, $13-$26. Early Memory Loss: Maintain Your Brain - 2nd & 4th Thursday, 1011:30am, $10/person, $15 couple, Carteret Street Methodist Church, 408 Carteret St., Beaufort; Memory Screenings available call 843-521-9190 or make an appointment, 1500 King St., Beaufort, free; Purple Haven Project - Educate local staff's to better interact with a person with Alzheimer's call 843-521-9190.
THE LITERACY CENTER is seeking volunteers to tutor adults in reading, writing, math and ESL. Students hope to acquire skills to pursue life goals, support families, and contribute to our community. Daytime and evenings in Bluffton and HHI. Call 843-815-6616 (Bluffton); 843-6816655 (HHI). No teaching, tutoring or other language knowledge necessary. www.theliteracycenter.org
THE SANDALWOOD COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY. Volunteer-based, non-profit provides groceries, clothing and basic items to ANYONE in need. Open Tuesdays 9am12pm at 114 Beach City Rd., Hilton Head. Donations of food and funds needed. For info: Rev. Dr. Nannette Pierson at 843-715-3583 or sandalwoodpantry@gmail.com
PARRIS ISLAND MUSEUM. The legacy of the Marine Corps and the history of the Port Royal region. Thousands of artifacts, images, and other materials illustrate the stories in exhibit galleries from Native American to modern Marines. FREE admission. Mon-Sat 10am4:30pm and 8am on Graduation Days. Closed Federal Holidays. Info at parrisislandmuseum.org or 843-228-2166.
CHRIST CENTERED RECOVERY MEETINGS At Praise Assembly Church Fridays for “Celebrate Recovery”, addressing life’s problems by looking to scripture. Meal at 6pm; Praise, Worship; Big Meeting. 6:30pm; Small Groups at 7pm. 800 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort. Info at 205-475-3600 or 303-521-1891.
BEAUFORT/PORT ROYAL
Foolish Frog, 846 Sea Island Pkwy, St. Helena Island. (843) 838-9300. Foolish Frog on Facebook
Luther’s Rare & Well Done, 910 Bay Street. (843) 521-1888 or Luther's on Facebook
Q on Bay, 822 Bay St, Beaufort. (843) 524-7771 or www.qonbay.com
Rosie O’Gradys Irish Pub, in Beaufort Town Center. Irish American Sports Pub & Eatery. C'mon down! Rock & Roll Lunch. Monday - 25% Off Burgers; Tuesday - 25% off Phillys; Karaoke Wed, Fri & Sat - 10pm. Daily Lunch Specials. (843) 379-7676 or Rosie's on Facebook
Saltus River Grill, 802 Bay St, Beaufort. (843) 379-3474 or www.saltusrivergrill.com
BLUFFTON/HILTON HEAD
Big Bamboo, Coligny Plaza. (843) 686-3443 or www.bigbamboocafe.com
The Jazz Corner, Village at Wexf1ord, Hilton Head. Sundays - Deas Guyz; Mondays - A Journey Through Jazz with The Martin Lesch Band; Tuesdays - Fat Tuesdays: A Swingin' Celebration of New Orleans and Beyond; Thursdays - Lavon Stevens with Louise Spencer. 8/13 Grammy winning vocalist Quiana Parler with The Lavon Stevens Trio, 8/15 & 8/16 The Billy Thornton Trio, 8/20BobbyRyder,8/22&8/23FelixPeikli&Friends: Remembering Benny Goodman, 8/27 Grammy winning vocalist Quiana Parler with The Lavon Stevens Trio, 8/29 & 8/30 John Brackett Band. (843) 842-8620 or www.TheJazzCorner.com
OUT OF TOWN
The Music Farm, 32 Ann Street, Charleston. 8/14 Attack Attack!; Savage Hands; Versus Me, 8/15 Anime Rave, 8/16 It's a 2000s Party, 8/17 Emo Nite, 8/21 Indie Night with Thoroughfare; Ugly Poets; Never Any Ordinary; Erode the Dream, 8/22 Bop to the Top, 8/23 The Midnight City, 8/27 The Casualties, 8/28 TruckFighters; Restless Spirit; Majic Dust, 8/29 Wade Bowen,
8/30 Bradeazy; B2B; Hi Ed; Geo. (843) 8532252 or www.musicfarm.com
The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hwy, Charleston. 8/15 Thurston Howell, 8/16 Old Mervs; Colors of Corduroy, 8/20 Underground Springhouse, 8/21 The Dave Matthews Tribute Band, 8/22 The Dylan Affect - Dylan tribute, 8/23 Henry's Pocket, 8/26 Sounds of S.O.U.L. - album release; Tyrie; BASIC, 8/29 Sam Holt Band, 8/30 Interstellar Echoes - Pink Floyd tribute. (843) 5714343 or www.charlestonpourhouse.com
Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms. 8/13 Bumpin' Uglies; Kash'd Out, 8/14 Chris Lane, 8/15 The Hang on Hazelnut Isle 2025, 8/15 Drivin' 'n' Cryin'; Weird Science, 8/16 Sister Hazel; Lauren Hall, 8/17 Cowboy Mouth; Sister Hazel, 8/22 Folly Pirates Over 40, 8/23 Proxima Parada, 8/24 Andy Frasco & the UN, 8/29 SUSTO; Rotoglow, 8/30 Rock of the 90s. (843) 886-8596 or www.the-windjammer.com
Events listed here may be subject to postponement or cancellation. Please check for further information.
GALLERIES/ART
Now – 8/17, Wild Bees Photography Exhibit, featuring work by Paula Sharp and Ross Eatman at the Coastal Discovery Museum. For more info, visit www.coastaldiscovery.org
Now – 8/22, Two Points of View, featuring photography by William Bosley and oil paintings by Murray Sease. Art League Gallery on Hilton Head. www.artleagueHHI.org
Now – 8/30, Beth Stern’s ‘Reflections’ is the featured exhibit at the Beaufort Art Association Gallery in downtown Beaufort. www. beaufortartassociation.com
Now – 8/30, Everyday Life on Hilton Head featuring the work of Nancy Huson at The Society of Bluffton Artists (SOBA) Gallery in Old Town Bluffton. www.sobagallery.com
Now – 11/4, Deliberately Unpredictable, by the Art Beyond Tradition Group at the Coastal Discovery Museum. Reception Thur 9/11, from 5 to 7 pm. Gallery walk with artists Thur, 9/25, at 11 am. Admission is free. www.coastaldiscovery.org
9/17 – 9/19, Stroke Up on the Basics of Good Painting Workshop with Gary Baughman at Art League Academy, 106 Cordillo Parkway, Hilton Head. Register at: shop.artleaguehhi.org
BOOKS & WRITERS
Thur 8/14, Pat Conroy Literary Center’s monthly Open Mic Night will be held at the Conroy Center (601 Bladen St.) from 6-7:30 pm. Free to attend and live-streamed on Facebook. Featured novelist, Michael Spake (Life Close to the Bone.) Also short readings by local writers. Writers interested in reading work should contact the Conroy Center in to sign up: contact@patconroyliterarycenter.org
Mon 8/25, ‘Pat Conroy: An Introduction to a Lowcountry Legend,’ the first in a six-part monthly series of Conroy-themed lectures and panels. Presented by Conroy Center executive director Jonathan Haupt at 6 pm at Village Social at Habersham. Register in advance for this event and others in the new series at https://www.villagesocialhabersham.net/upcoming-events
OTHER EVENTS
Sat 9/27, Race4Love 5K Run & 3K Walk to benefit Hopeful Horizons. 9 am on Cat Island. Register now at www.race4love.com
Sat 10/4, Run Forrest Run 5K fundraiser for Beaufort Digital Corridor. Downtown Beaufort. Registration is open, and Early Bird Tickets are available at https://runsignup.com/Race/ SC/Beaufort/2019RunForrestRun5k
Thursdays Now-9/4, The Beaufort Chapter of America's Boating Club offers a basic
boating course for all boaters on five consecutive Thursdays evenings from 6:15 to 8:30. First Presbyterian Church of Beaufort, at 1201 North Street. $50 for the first family member, $15 for each additional member. Contact: education@Beaufortboatingclub.com
Tuesdays, Tours of Hunting Island sponsored by Friends of Hunting Island Keeper Ted and his team. For info call the Nature Center at 843-8387437. Tours free are and park entry fees apply.
2nd Tuesdays - Most Months at 6pm, Beaufort Chapter of America’s Boating Club Monthly Meeting, at various Beaufort/Port Royal venues. Meetings begin with a Social, followed by Dinner and may include a guest speaker. For info or educational opportunities, contact Paul Gorsuch: admin@beaufortboatingclub.com Boat ownership not required, passion for safe boating mandatory.
First Saturday of the Month, Teddy Bear Picnic Read-Aloud at Port Royal Farmers Market. DAYLO students and other volunteers will read to young children between 9am and noon. Children are encouraged to bring their favorite stuffed animal.
Third Thursday, TECHconnect, a monthly networking event for professionals working in and around tech. Join the conversation at BASEcamp 500 Carteret 5:30-7:30pm. 843-470-3506. www.beaufortdigital.com
Thursdays, History Tours of Fort Mitchell by Heritage Library, 10am. $12/Adult $7/Child. 843-686-6560.
Ongoing, Beaufort Tree Walk by the Lady’s Island Garden Club through the historic Old Point. About an hour and a little over a mile. From the corner of Craven & Carteret Streets to Waterfront Park. FREE booklets with a map and tree info at the Visitors Center in the Arsenal on Craven St.
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