Island Eye News - February 26, 2016

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Coyote uglyO P R E S I D E N T S A N G R Y

A T P R E S E N C E O F

P R E D A T O R

BY MIMI WOOD

ISLAND EYE NEWS STAFF WRITER

T he City of Isle of Palms is acutelyaware of both the island’s increasein the coyote population, and its

en’s concerns regarding said increase.cknowledgment, the city hosted its rst

mmunity Coyote Forum on Wednesday,17, 2016. It was standing room only

he Recreation Center, as Mayor Dicknin introduced a small but informativeel to approximately 230 residents.cking off the two-hour forum wasButloski, South Carolina’s DNR

te expert. Pledging to “provide themunity with whatever is requested”,cer Butloski realistically emphasized,re is no quick x.” Kimberly Kelly, thee Director of the Humane Society of theed States, agreed. “We need to changebehavior to change coyote behavior,”y said.detailed description of coyotes and theirts, an explanation of why they are here,suggestions of what can be done were

ressed in presentations by ButloskiKelly. Thomas Buckhannon, IOPf of Police, concluded the presentationetailing the actions the city has takenombat the coyotes thus far. The oor

then opened for approximately 45utes, as nearly 20 residents voicedr comments and concerns.

summary, the experts informed thewd that it is not unique to have coyotesrban areas. They are native to Northrica, and present everywhere, fromtral Park in Manhattan to Wrigley Field

Volunteers with steamy buckets.

The Sessa family tucks in.

T he Sullivan’s Island FireDepartment’s annual oyster roasthas been an island tradition for over

30 years. Rain or shine this festive feteis an opportunity for islanders old andnew, visitors and neighbors to gatherand enjoy the avors of the season. Whilethe weather has done its best to dampenisland spirits this winter, on Saturday,Feb. 6, warm jackets and big smiles keptthe good cheer owing.

The event raises money to purchasenew equipment for the SIFD’s new reboat, which was purchased courtesy of afederal port security grant last year.


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CIVIC

Pat O'Neil.

Message from Sullivan’s Island’s Mayor Island Neighbors,on't know about y’all but I am developing an increased appreciationeap years. They offer an extra day that I can delude myself intoking slows down, however minutely, the accelerating passage of

ut do we really need an extra Monday? Really? Well, it doesn’t matter,use this year we get one anyway: Happy Leap Day Monday!

ut moving beyond that momentary crisis, which won’t recur until…

PATRICK’S DAY EVENTSving on an island named after Capt. Florence O’Sullivan, witherous storied Island Irish family names such as McInerny anduire, it is appropriate that we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day to honorrish contributions to our Island, state and national culture. (No bias. And by “celebrate”, I do not mean hosting a Savannah-style green-bong drunkfest. We came too close to that a couple of years ago.

ut we will be offering a few enjoyable events for families andonsible adult visitors.addy In The Park: On Saturday, March 12, from 10 a.m. to 12

come out for the annual St. Patrick’s Family Celebration in thehall Stith Park. Join your neighbors for this family-friendly event.lights: performances by Irish dancers and magician; face painting;on twisting artists and other treats. Please note: This is a no-alcoholt. Parking will also be more limited than usual because of then Hall construction project, so please try to bike or walk if possible.

dren must be accompanied by an adult at all times.e-St. Pat’s Saturday In The Commercial District: Following theevent, some of our local businesses will offer pre-St. Pat’s events6 p.m. There will be some outside sales of food and beverages on

mises, but all roads will be open for vehicular trafc except Stationbetween Middle St. and I’On Avenue.

. Patrick’s Day (Thursday March 17): All our commercial districturants will be open for business as usual. And a St. Patrick’s funShamrocks have three petals. The things with four petals may also

ssociated with luck, but they are not shamrocks!

FIRST FARMERS’ MARKET SEASON

ease support our rst-ever Farmers’ Market Season. We heardscores of Island residents asking us to get this going. With the

leadership of Councilmember SarahChurch, Chair of the RecreationCommittee, and Town staff memberLisa Darrow who is now also ourMarket Manager, we are on our way!

Our Island Farmers Market willbe held every Thursday from April7 through June 30, from 2:30 p.m.till 7 p.m., near the Poe Library (and

Sullivan’s Island Elementary Schooland Battery Gadsden).Says Councilmember Church:

“We expect the Farmers Marketwill be a fun event for the wholecommunity. It's a great opportunityto pick up some local produce,check out some handmade crafts, and visit with your neighbors. Mark your calendars for the opening day of Thursday, April 7. “

DON’T FORGET TO BUY YOUR BRICKS

As a reminder, the town is offering our residents, visitors and otherfriends the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to ensure that they and/ortheir friends and family are remembered here on the Island outside ournew Town Hall.

We will surround the installed agpole with bricks inscribed with thenames of residents, their friends and families (living or passed), and

other folks who love the Island.You can buy a brick with the name of your choice inscribed on it, forthe bargain price of just $150 for a 4 inch X 8 inch brick, or $350 for an8inch X 8inch. Your purchase will support this and other aspects of the Town Hall landscaping! Every time you walk, run, bike or drive past thesite you will be able to enjoy the fruits of your contribution.

To order a brick visit the Town website at http://bit.ly/SIBRICKCAMPAIGN. The process is simple, easy and fast.

To ensure your order is honored, please buy your brick by St. Patrick’sDay, March 17.

Pat O’Neil [email protected], 843 670 9266


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yote Managementguided

r Editoroyote populations haven exploding in the US forrs, and largely because ofmanagement managementthis species. Don't allowivan’s Island Town Council

make these same mistakest have plagued other well-aning, but uneducated,nagers in their efforts toear "pro-active" when facedh coyotes in urban areas.ouncil has opted to usegerous leg trapping methodsut down the coyote population.

only is indiscriminateof leg trapping of coyotes

gerous to our children, pets,tors, and other non-targetdlife, research shows thatng coyotes only reduces theulation for a brief period,

ultimately causes a coyoteulation explosion. The intenteduce coyote populations by

SI Town Council will actuallyincreases the overall number ofcoyotes on our island.

Biological mechanisms explainlogically (and empirically) whykilling off coyotes does not work.Killing off one or two of the alphapair—the only pair that usuallyreproduces—creates a breedingfrenzy in the remaining beta

coyotes. Lone coyotes will movein to mate, younger coyotes willstart having offspring sooner, andpopulations will explode. Thisis not a theory, this is a provenfact through research, and isgenerally agreed to by trappersand conservationists alike.

The coyotes are here to stay,once coyotes show up, it is nearlyimpossible to get rid of them. Through education, we can keepthe coyote numbers down, andminimize the coyote impact onisland residents.

SI Town Council is making ourcoyote problem much worse, andalong the way greatly endangeringour island’s children, dogs,cats, raptors, and other wildlife.Please reach out to council andencourage them to research thefacts and generate informedpolicy to help its residents, notharm its residents.

Joe Church Sullivan’s Island

A llama solution

Dear Editor,Any self-respecting former

farm girl can tell you that thereis a simple solution to the coyote“problem” on Isle of Palms:Llamas. Naturally aggressivetoward coyotes, llamas havebeen used for centuries to protect

livestock from a multitude ofpredators. Those of us on theisland who fear a coyote attackon our free-range pets andchildren (more than we fear themgetting hit by a car or attacked bya shark) can simply drop a niceuffy llama into our backyards.

And once the coyotes havebeen eradicated, our llamascould be pressed into service forthe rest of our island challenges.Parking issues? Why notmake day-trippers park in Mt.Pleasant, and have these naturalpack animals schlep families andtheir gear over the connector? Too many unsightly signs? Let’scrochet the llama’s soft wool intodelightful ‘sign cozies’ whichcould be artfully draped over theoffending signs in the off season.Why, we could even use them tokeep the greens mowed in WildDunes, then use their manure tofortify the eroding beach!Just a thought.

Wendy Sang Isle of Palms


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in Chicago, and beyond. The island’s coyotes are likely migrating from Mt. Pleasant,where their habitat is shrinking, as a result of the ongoing development.

Chief Buckhannon noted that although the coyotes have “probably been presenton IOP for the past 18 months or so, there seems to be a recent uptick.” He attributesthis to development off Rie Range Road.

“There are two new developments, Oyster Bay and Magnolia Grove, in additionto land just cleared off of Jennie Moore [elementary school]. As Ofcer Butloskimentioned, coyotes are avid swimmers.” So, while he can’t prove direct cause, theChief thinks there is a denite correlation between the coyote’s loss of habitat inadjacent Mt. Pleasant, and an increase of coyote sightings on Isle of Palms.

At the time of the forum, forty-one sightings had been reported to the IOP Police

Department. Thirty-three sightings occurred north of 41st Street, with just onesouth of the IOP Connector.“It seems unlikely they are coming from Sullivan’s,” Buckhannon said. It is

expected that the number of reported sightings will increase as a result of theForum, as citizens were asked to report sightings and incidents, to aid the police intracking coyote movement.What’s to be done, and when?

The audience was advised, to its dismay, that the coyotes are most likely here tostay.

“It is unrealistic to think you can keep them off the island,” Ofcer Butlowskisaid. “It’s not like you are in the middle of the Atlantic.”

The frustration felt by the audience was palpable.“I was disappointed in the meeting,” Katy Leydic said. “I wanted information on

how to get rid of the island coyotes, not how to live with them.”Leydic’s sentiment was echoed, at times harshly, by nearly 20 residents who

took to the oor once the panel had concluded its presentation.Understandably, islanders who have lost pets are distressed. Unfortunately,

anecdotal stories of coyote-carrying-cat sightings are not proof positive that the petlosses are a direct result of coyote aggression.

Nonetheless, Wills Way residents Michael and Anne Mahon are 100 percentsure that their beloved cat was beheaded by a coyote. And Gail Jordan, of PalmBoulevard, has no doubt that the frenzied barking and subsequent yowling sheheard, in the vacant lot next to her home, were the sounds of a cat being mauled bycoyotes. Several residents called Chief Buckhannon to task, questioning his “lackof direct evidence” statement regarding coyote kills, when clearly their pets hadbeen viciously attacked by another animal.

Overwhelmingly, islanders want something done, and want it done now.“I don’t think the city can solve the problem unless citizens

cooperate,” by following the guidelines presented by the experts,Councilmember Barb Bergwerf said in an interview after the meeting.“I think this problem is controllable, not solvable, “ she said.

Expert recommendations include both habitat and behaviormodication. Residents need to make the island “uncomfortable”

for the coyotes, removing habitat by cutting back overgrowth, andeliminating all potential food sources, such as unsecured garbage,pet food, birdseed and compost. Behavior modication techniquesinclude hazing, dened as “using a variety of techniques to re-instillthe natural fear” coyotes have of humans, explained Kelly, who thenexpounded upon the various strategies.

Unfair as it may seem, islanders are going to have to change theirbehavior, too. Dogs should be leashed; cats kept indoors, especiallyat night. Pets (and, goes without saying, small children) should neverbe left unattended outdoors. As island life becomes uncomfortable forthe coyotes, it does as well for the humans, having to accompany petsoutdoors in the middle of the night, or in the rain, for example.

Dealing with coyotes in suburban areas presents unique challenges.Fragmented land ownership, differing opinions about control, andlegal issues, such as discharging of rearms (illegal on Isle of Palms)all need to be addressed.

Slaughter is not sustainable. Killing coyotes does not work, becausethey will reproduce to ll the void of the missing coyotes, Butloskisaid. “We need to dispel the myth that we are going to get rid of them,”he continued, as the meeting, which had dwindled to a handful ofresidents, dispersed.

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Isle of Palms Police Department

SUMMER BEACH

SERVICES POSITIONS

he Isle of Palms Police Department is acceptingpplications for civilian uniformed temporary summereach Services positions. Multiple positions arepen immediately. Some positions will last until theeginning of October. Primary duties will includearking enforcement and patrolling the beach. Noxperience necessary, however, applicants muste willing to work outside in a beach environment,ossess a valid SC driver’s license, high schooliploma or equivalent, and be available to work0 hours including weekends and holidays. Theompensation is approximately $13.00 per hour.pplication must be on Isle of Palms employmentpplication forms; resumes may accompany theeturned form. Applications will be accepted untilpril 30, 2015 at 5pm. Forms are available on the city

website http://iop.net/employment.aspx. Completedapplications should be returned to the attention of:

City of Isle of PalmsBeach Services Recruitment

P.O. Box 508 Isle of Palms, SC 29451.

EOE

BY JENNIFER TUOHY

ISLAND EYE NEWS EDITOR

While Republicans in South Carolina mayhave overwhelmingly opted for Donald Trump in the Presidential primary on

Feb. 20, 2016, Republicans on Sullivan’s Islandchose Marco Rubio, whom Gov. Nikki Haleyendorsed earlier in the week. Over on IOP,Rubio also won out, just. He squeaked ahead ofRepublican frontrunner Donald Trump by just66 votes. For a precinct breakdown on IOP visitislandeyenews.com.

he unofcial results:

ullivan’s Island

Marco Rubio 140

ohn Kasich 124onald J Trump 92

eb Bush 84

ed Cruz 63

en Carson 13

and Paul 2

otal Votes: 519

Isle of Palms

Marco Rubio 388

Donald J Trump 322 John R Kasich 214

Ted Cruz 176

Jeb Bush 146

Ben Carson 55

Total Ballots: 1301

RepublicanPrimary Results


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Oyster Roast continues from cover

Plenty of buckets are a must.

Come down to Front Beach on Isle of PalmsSaturday, March 5 from 12 - 4 p.m. and enjoyan afternoon of beach music, food and fun. Front

Beach Fest (formerly known as Island Gras) will featuremusic from winners of the 2015 Carolina Beach MusicAward for Rising Star and Song of the Year, Blackwater

Rhythm and Blues Band, followedby a band that has been thrillingaudiences for over 50 years, The Tams.

After shagging and dancingto some of the best beach musicaround, stroll down the street andgrab a bite to eat from local foodvendors or stop by the over 20 craftvendors on site. People of all agesare welcome at Front Beach Festwith additional free entertainmentincluding jump castles, karaoke,face painting, a mechanical bulland balloon artist.

For more information please goto the website at www.iop.net orcall the Isle of Palms RecreationDepartment at 843.886.8294.

PHOTOSBYIOP REC.DEPT.

ont Beach Fest brings party to IOPBY ANDY SINWALD

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

Sissy Harris celebrates her birthday in grand style.

Joe Flowers pays up for a towel.

The proper gear is critical.

Diana Foreman, Mercedes Branch and June Jenness.

PHOTOSBYSTEVE ROSAMILIA


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“After You,” the followup to “Me BeforeYou”, by Jojo Moyes

is the March choice for theBeachlovers’ Book Club atPoe Library on Sullivan’sIsland.

Louisa Clark is no longer just an ordinary girl livingan ordinary life. After thetransformative six monthsspent with Will Traynor,she is struggling withouthim. When an extraordinaryaccident forces Lou toreturn home to her family,she can’t help but feelshe’s right back where shestarted.

Her body heals, but Louherself knows that she needsto be kick-started back tolife. Which is how she endsup in a church basement

with the members of theMoving On support group,who share insights, laughter, frustrations,and terrible cookies. They will also lead her to the strong, capableSam Fielding—the paramedic, whose business is life and death, andthe one man who might be able to understand her. Then a fgurefrom Will’s past appears and hijacks all her plans, propelling her intoa very different future. . . .

[Source: Goodreads]

The discussion for this book will be held at the Edgar Allan PoeBranch Library, 1921 I’on Avenue, Sullivan’s Island, on Saturday,March 19 at 10:30 a.m. Light refreshments will be provided. Call843.883.3914 or email [email protected] for details.

Beachlovers’ Book Club

embraces ‘After You’


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Puppies, pawsand lots of pets

O G S T A K E O V E R I O P R E C F O R

A N N U A L D O G G I E D A Y E V E N T

PHOTOS COURTESY IOP REC. DEPT.

Ten month old Guinness and owner Hal Crady

compete in cutest puppy (under 1 year).

Laci Heinrich

and dog Sparky;

winner of Most

Ear’Resistible.

Drew Harris and his children, Olivia Byrd and

Naomi Paige, visit with a furry friend.

Winner of Best in Show; Bella with owner Ashley Arinez and

dges Brad Law, Barbara Dengler, and Michelle Austin.


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World Affairs Council to talkabout Brazil’s challenges

BY CONNIE SAGE CONNER

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

Brazil, the host of thissummer’s Olympics, is

now confronted with theoutbreak of the mosquito-borneZika virus and other majorchallenges.

Dr. Harold Trinkunas, anexpert on Brazil, is the Feb.29, 2016 speaker at the WorldAffairs Council of Charleston. Histalk is “Brazil - This summer’sOlympics host: a nation withglobal ambitions but with bigchallenges.”

The site of the meeting is TheCitadel Alumni Center at 69Hagood Ave. right across fromthe stadium. Members and

guests will assemble for a socialhour at 5:15 p.m. The lecturewill begin at 6 p.m. followed byQ & A.

Attendance is by membershipthe cost of which has just beenreduced to reect the beginningof our second half of the season. Itis $65 for an individual and $110for a couple dened as any twopeople in a household. One may join online at waccharleston.orgor at the meeting. Guests mayattend once per year for a fee of$20 payable at the meeting.

By far South America's largestand most important country,

Brazil has long aspired toplay a major role in the world

commensurate with its size andpopulation, and it pushed hard

to land the 2016 Olympics. Trinkunas will explain why thenation has long failed to live upto its aspirations, why its currentsituation is bleak, and what thismeans for the United States.

Trinkunas holds theCharles W. Robinson Chairat the Brookings Institutionin Washington where he isSenior Fellow and Director ofthe Latin America Initiative.He was previously professorand Chair of the Department ofNational Security Affairs at theNaval Postgraduate School in

Monterey, Calif., and a visitingprofessor at Stanford and theUniversity of California, SanDiego.

He is a graduate of theUniversity of Pennsylvaniaand holds a Ph.D. fromStanford University. He writesregularly on Brazilian andLatin American issues and isauthor of “Aspirational Power- How Brazil Tries to Inuencethe International Order andWhy it So Often Fails,” to be byBrookings.

Those who attend will meetinteresting people and their

understanding of internationalissue will be expanded.

ON THE WATER

Over the last few weeks,we’ve had streaks of rainyand windy conditions.

tunately in between, there

e been pockets of sunny daysh temperatures even in the. If you’re like me though,ning your rods and reels orking on your boat duringty weather can only keepentertained for so long untilare itching to be back onwater shing. The days areting to grow noticeably longeryou may nd a case of Spring

er is upon you.o what’s an angler to do inruary? The answer is thatneed really need to pick and

ose your days. Days lled withand warmer temperaturesproduce some excellent

ing. Right now, a redsh haspriorities: don’t get eaten by

olphin and try to stay warm.sun will make the water onats a few degrees warmerredsh congregated in large

ools will ood these ats.lthough they will be morely to eat on these select days,se schools will still be spooky.en you’ll nd anything cast

near the schools will send sheeing. Make sure you cast wideof the schools and give themplenty of space. You’ll nd more

success putting out your baitsand letting these schools slowlyswim back to you.

Once situated, I’ll toss severallines with a combination ofcracked blue crab, cut mulletand mud minnows. I rig my baitson a size #3/0 Owner circle hook.About a foot above the hook, I’llput enough split shot to let mecast the desired distance. A circlehook is designed to catch on theedge of a shes’ mouth withoutany additional pressure appliedby the angler. Try not to set thehook yourself until that rod isbent over and the sh is takingline – much easier said thandone!

These schools of 100-150redsh produce amazing sightshing. Fly shing can be one ofthe most effective ways to catchsh right now as the ies makea delicate splash when landing.Flies that produce a smallsilhouette like a clouser minnoware a good choice. You’ll need tobe extra stealthy but watching

a redsh chase and inhale youry is just downright addictive.

See you on the water!

Capt. Geoff Bennett operatesCharleston Charter Fishing

providing light tackle and y

shing charters. For moreinformation, call Capt. Bennett at843.324.3332, visit his websiteat www.charlestonchartershing.

com or email him at captain@ charlestonchartershing.com.

February is for y-shingBY GEOFF BENNETT

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS


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Seasons

Southof the

Feed a crowd

BY MARILYN MARKEL

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

If you have a large group coming over homemade pizzaand chili will be sure to please all palettes and ages.

LIves 8 - 10

edientscup rice bran oilb stew meatarge onion, mincedpoblanos, mincedcloves garlic mincedTbsp chili powdertsp cuminsp coriander

minced chipotle peppers in adobo28 oz box pureed tomatoescup beef stockager beercup sour creamst and juice of one limecups grated sharp cheddar cheesebunch green onion, green part only cut on a diagonallt and pepper, to taste

ectionsry the beef pieces with paper towels. Season the beef with saltpepper. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium high heat until

very hot. Brown the beef in batches until nicely browned. Removeand set aside.2. Add the onion, poblanos and more oil, if necessary and sauté theonion and poblanos. When limp add the garlic and dried spices andtoast for another minute. Add the chipotle peppers, tomatoes, stock,beef and beer. Cover and cook until the meat is very tender about 2½ hours.3. Combine the sour cream with the juice of a lime to taste. Servethe chili piping hot with sour cream, cheese and green oniongarnish.

PIZZA WITH GRAPES, GOAT CHEESE AND ROASTED PEPPERS

Ingredients½ cup red, seedless grapes sliced in half

1 lb pizza dough warmed to room temperature2 Tbsp olive oil2 cups arugula1 cup goat cheese mixed with fresh chopped herbs such as basil,parsley and chives2 jarred roasted red peppers

Directions1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees with a pizza stone in the oven2. Toss grapes with a little olive oil and roast for 10 minutes.3. Press out pizza dough on parchment to desired thickness. Rubthe outside edge of the dough with olive oil.4. Scatter arugula, goat cheese, peppers and roasted grapes on thedough. Spread over the pizza up to ½ inch of the edge. Bake for 10minutes or until edges and bottom are browned.


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T he Mount Pleasant ArtistsGuild will meet on Monday,March 7, at the Mount

sant City Hall located at 100Edwards Lane, Building

A social begins at 6:30 p.m.

wed by the meeting at 7 p.m.he artist speaker for the

evening will be Hampton Olfus, acontemporary artist with a veryextensive background in the arts.

Hampton works in manydifferent mediums. His verydetailed and creative pieces tell

a story, and are direct linksto African, Native American,and European styles. As a fneartist, Hampton has exhibitedhis works both nationally andinternationally, receiving manyawards and reviews by the press.

Catherine Case was the artistspeaker for the February MPAGmeeting. She came through as areplacement for Danita Cole, whowas unable to be there. Catherineis an award winning artist witha very impressive background inthe arts and teaching. Her mostrecent award is Second Placein the Charleston Artist GuildAnnual Member Exhibition,which was recently held at theCharleston Visitor Center, Feb.2-9.

The MPAG has an exciting year planned. The Guild providesan annual scholarship to a

graduating high school art

student, and many opportunitiesto exhibit and learn from otherartists. Anyone with an interestin art is welcome to join us.

For more information about theGuild, its activities, and how to join,visit www.mtpleasantartisguild.com. and see us on Facebook.

Artists Guild hosts March meetingBY JEANNE JUHOS

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

PHOTOS BY JEANNE KUHOSCatherine Case holds an example of her portraiture.

rine Case shares information about her

as a commercial artist, as well as a fne


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m not a crier. Rarely does a tear escape my eye.I took this into account as I approached the throng of people

naking towards the tall, white church. The intensity of their despairkened the already sweltering June heat. The Mother Emanuel AMErch stood strong and unwavering as it had for nearly 200 years.energy exuding from the crowd felt surreal. Other-worldly. But

rtbreaking and tangible.he beautiful white church looked lonely. Lost, because nine of itsocent members were laid down before it.et, I did not cry.

As I walked up to the building, I saw thousands of bouquetsng the ground in front of the church. Handwritten notes with wordsencouragement--and love--and faith--covered every inch of thewalk.read the notes. I took in all the words. My mind tried to process

ything, but I felt too lost in my thoughts.couldn’t cry.watched a white woman and a black woman--two strangers--sittingront of the church next to one another. Suddenly, the white ladybbed the other woman. They clung to each other in desperation.y held eacher and cried andurned togetherhe loss of thoseutiful souls.stood still asworld spun

und me. Fromdirection came the seraphic voices of a gathering of individuals,ing of togetherness, and support; carrying the weight of despair asentity. From another direction, the steady voices of news reporters

m all over looked the cameras in the eye and spread the word to theld on this tragedy. Those dependable representatives contrasted thes of everyone else around them. The wails cried out in question,anding a "why?". It was too much to take.

moved toward the accumulating pile of wishes and owers and love,put in a bouquet. The air thickened yet again. I felt the loss, andpain, and the gravity of the situation, and the best way I couldress my emotions was through tears. I am not one to cry, but in thisment how could I be embarrassed to shed tears over lives lost andwhirlwind of emotions that surrounded it? These tragedies havepened all over, but there is nothing like when it happens in your My city. Charleston is my home, and it hurts deeply to see yourstruggle. My city.

n that moment, standing in front of the church, there wasn't a divide.were a united force: black, white, and every other color in between.ted because this hurt our city. And it was no longer my city, but our It really hit home.

was not embarrassed to cry. PHOTOS BY SOPHIE WINNICK

This hit homeP E R S O N A L A C C O U N T O F T H E M O T H E R E M M A N U E L A M E C H U R C H S H O O T I N G A F T E R M AT H

BY SOPHIE WINNICK

This essay was written by Sophie Winnick, 16, a junior at Wando High School who has worked at Cafe Medley andObstinate Daughter on Sullivan’s Island. Sophie wrote the essay to help process the senseless tragedy that occurredin June, 2015 in downtown Charleston. For three days she sat in the streets outside Emanuel AME playing with thechildren, interviewing a reverend and photographing her way through the tragedy.

“THE BEAUTIFUL WHITE CHURCH LOOKED LONELY.

LOST, BECAUSE NINE OF ITS INNOCENT MEMBERS

WERE LAID DOWN BEFORE IT.”


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February 26, 2016

ROADTRIPS CHARLESTON

When unrequited love turns intocraziness spurned lovers might bingeon reality TV and Ben and Jerry’s,

into stalkers or post revealing photos onnternet. Bonres of discarded clothes ande words scratched into cars can result.assion turns to obsession, pets have evenpoisoned. But Edward Leedskalnin took

y love to a whole new level.hen he was 26, he was engaged to Agnesfs, his “Sweet Sixteen.” It wasn’t justuse of her age that he called her that.had strong opinions about love andand wrote, “When a girl is sixteen or

nteen years old, she is as good as shewill be but when a boy is sixteen yearshe is then fresher than in all his stagesvelopment.” He valued Agnes purity. Heted to dedicate his life to protecting her.ehow, she saw red ags and broke thegement one day before the wedding. For

ard it was a tragedy beyond measure. Hed win her back or spend his entire lifeg, which he did.

e left his homeland of Latvia in 1913.wandering for a few years, sufferingtuberculosis, he went to Florida City

e he hoped the climate would agreehim. A grand gesture to bring his Sweet

een running back, that’s what he needed.e began digging the rocky ground with

d tools, working alone by lantern light.was only 5 feet tall and weighed only 100nds but he fashioned block and tackleches and chipped away at the coral thatsometimes 4,000 feet thick. Bit by bit

painstakingly began a monolith to his

quited love.eanwhile, Florida was being developeda subdivision was being planned nearby.elt his privacy eroding so he decided toe the gargantuan blocks of coral rock

he’d harvested ten miles up the road toHomestead. He laid two rails upon a chassisfrom an old Republic truck. A friend pulledthe loaded trailer along slowly. Moving allof the huge blocks of rock took three yearsand attracted on-lookers who began to askquestions about this reclusive, obsessedman. Curiosity followed him to his new homewhere people dared each other to approachthe site.

He bought ten acres in Homestead wherehe worked fteen more years on his CoralCastle. First he built walls with look-outs towatch for interlopers. Then he carved a placefor his future life with Agnes: a coral desk, acoral table shaped like the state of Florida,a coral sundial, his and hers coral beds, a

You Go:

Coral Castle is in Homestead, Florida near Miami: www.coralcastle.com

The things he did for loveBY CAROL ANTMAN

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

Edward Leedskalnin.


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Ed's rudimentary chairs in his house.

dle, a wishing well. Hissterpiece is a nine ton gate’s 180 inches wide, 92 inchesand 21 inches thick that canurned like a revolving door

h just one nger. Throughoutl he lived simply in a make-t bedroom without electricityrunning water. He rode hise into town for supplies andan to allow paying visitors asked the same questionsple ask today: “How did a 5tall, 100 pound man, with

y a fourth grade educationve tons of limestone rockshimself?” Edward alwaysained that he used the same

nciples that were employedhe building of the pyramids.

Egypt had thousands ofes. Maybe aliens had helped

ward, some suggested.ybe he had supernatural

wers. Did anybody actuallyhim working? Theories andstions continue to feed thestery today.gnes never saw Coral Castleeven came to the Unitedtes. She probably didn’t even

w it existed and may evene forgotten Edward. But heer gave up on her joiningin Florida. In 1951, Edwarda sign on the Coral Castle

rance “going to the hospital.”took a bus to Jackson

morial and died three daysr.

n Ed’s time there was a signng Bell” outside a locked

gate. Another said “Ring Twice.”If the directions were followedprecisely and if Ed wasn’tbusy, he’d come give a tourfor 10 cents. Now tourists payabout $15 to hear the story,see the incredible structuresand peak into Edward’s humbleliving quarters consisting of aplank bed wrapped in burlapand repurposed junk turnedinto shelves and rudimentarybenches. Outside there’s a 5,000pound rocking stone throne for

Ed, the king of the castle andsmaller ones for Sweet Sixteenand an imagined child. There’salso a purposely uncomfortableone for his would-be mother-in-law. To complete the homeytableau there’s Ed’s heartshaped Feast of Love Tablewith his original owering ixoraplants growing in the center.It’s an inspiring place to sit andcontemplate passion, obsessionand the mysteries of love.

Roadtrips Charleston presentsadventurous and interestingdestinations within a few hours

drive of Charleston, S.C. CarolAntman’s passion for outdoorand artistic experiences feedsher wanderlust for exotic andnearby adventures. For hot links,

photographs, previous columnsor to make comments pleasesee www.peaksandpotholes.blogspot.com.


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March 15Is land Eye Calendarbruary 25

843-225-7427 x 1 (CATERING)

G DAILY

Writing Circlenday at 10:30 a.m.te and share yourCPL Poe Branch921 I’on Avenue. 843-

viam., Home Team BBQ,Island

s

gg Nights (adults)ursday from 5:30 – 8:00n to play Americang. Join us for a couplethe whole evening.Branch Library, 1921

ue. 843 -883-3914.

hy Oyster Roastster Roasts at the IOPch hangout. 6-9 p.m.rsday. $7 buckets ofmed oysters and $6ue Point Toasted Lager.

Gadsden Cultural

hly meeting is held thersday of every monthat 1917 I'On Ave.,Island. A speakerg historically relevantypically scheduled or

there is a fun and interestinglesson on Sullivan's Islandhistory. Anyone is welcome andanyone who is interested inbecoming a member can sign upat these meetings. Membership isfree!

Sullivan's Island Farmers Market2:30 to 7 p.m., every Thursdaybeginning April 7 runningthrough June 30 at 1921 I'OnAvenue.Contact Farmers Market ManagerLisa Darrow at Town Hall formore information, 843.883.5744,[email protected] to apply to be a vendor.

Saturdays

Yoga10 a.m. at IOP Recreation Center,24 28th Ave., IOP. ContactKarrie Ferrell for more info.843.886.8294, [email protected].

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25

Photography Series: SunsetSession4.30 - 6:30 p.m. Awaken yoursenses to the natural and culturalworld while stretching yourphotographic eye. Bring yourcamera and let a park naturalistlead you to inspirational locations.Registered chaperone is requiredfor ages 15 and under. Pre-registration required. Course #

40853. Meets at: Palmetto IslandsCounty Park. Fee: $9/$7 CCRDiscount. For more information orto register, call 843.795.4386 orvisit www.charlestoncountyparks.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26"A Midsummer Night's Dream"Crabpot Players presents thisShakespearean comedy forthree weekends, Friday throughSunday, on February 12, 13,19, 20, 26 and 27 at 7 p.m. andFebruary 14, 21 and 28 at 2 p.m.For more information andto purchase tickets, visitcrabpotplayers.com or call888.303.0763. The theater islocated at 1137 Johnnie DoddsBlvd. in the Stuckey Furnitureshopping center off Highway 17 inMt. Pleasant.

Live Music: Cool John Ferguson10 p.m., Home Team BBQSullivan’s Island, 2209 MiddleStreet, $5. www.hometeambbq.

com or 843.883.3131. Cool JohnFerguson has been active ontent revival circuits, played withLaFace Records of Atlanta, GA,and collaborated with severalwell-known artists including TajMahal, Kenny Wayne Shepard,BB King, the St ylistics, BeverlyGuitar Watkins, Captain Luke,and others. He’s been honoredby Living Blues Magazine fortwo consecutive years as “MostOutstanding Guitarist.”

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27PLAY: Le ap Year Fun10:30 a.m. Celebrate Leap Year bymaking a frog paper bag puppet.CCPL Poe Branch Library, 1921I’on Avenue. 843.883.3914.

"The Chocolate Affair"6.30 p.m. The Chocolate Affairgala and auction supportsCommunities In Schools(CIS) of the Charleston Area,Inc. Held at 6:30 p.m. at theMemminger Auditorium, liveentertainment and over 200auction items are a featuredpart of this event and include jewelry, vacation packages,

restaurant, ticket packages,and original art from talentedCharleston artists. In addition tothese wonderful auction items,dozens of Charleston bakeriesand restaurants will vie for the6th annual competitive title of“Most Artistic” or “Most Delicious”dessert. Creations will be judgedby Chocolate Affair attendees. Tickets may be purchased bycalling 843.740.6793 or at www.thechocolateaffair.net.

Butcher & Bee Night Market9 p.m. - 1 a.m., local artists andcraftsmen showcase their workwhile giving the public access toone of a kind ar twork, accessoriesand street food. Vendors, artistsand food trucks will transformthe parking lot of The Daily,High Wire Distilling, ObviousLeeMarketing, Hed Hi Media andButcher & Bee into a nightbazaar, celebrating the uniquecultural experiences.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 284th Annual 'South AtlanticBank' Oyster Roast & ChiliCook-Off 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. at Hobcaw YachtClub in Mt. Pleasant. Thisfamily-friendly event will haveall you can eat oysters providedby Sticky Fingers, hot dogs andxins, a delicious chili cook-off and live music. Adults 21$35, Under 21 $15. Tickets canbe purchased by visiting www.FlorenceCrittentonSC.org.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 29World Affairs CouncilDr. Harold Trinkunas, an experton Brazil, discusses “Brazil - This summer’s Olympics host:a nation with global ambitionsbut with big challenges.” At theCitadel Alumni Center at 69Hagood Ave. right across from thestadium. Members and guestswill assemble for a social hourat 5:15 p.m. The lecture willbegin at 6 p.m. followed by Q& A. Membership is $65 for anindividual and $110 for a couple, join online at waccharleston.org orat the meeting. Guests may attend

once per year for a fee of $20payable at the meeting.

TUESDAY, MARCH 1Dr. Seuss Birthday Party10:30 a.m. Ce lebrate Dr. Seuss’sbirthday with stories from guestreaders, Mayor Mayor Pat O’Neil.Mrs. Mac, and Barbara Keenan.CCPL Poe Branch Library, 1921I’on Avenue. 843 -883-3914.

Tech Tuesday12 p.m. Learn to reserve books,manage your library account, andaccess online resources with yourCCPL card. CCPL Poe BranchLibrary, 1921 I’on Avenue. 843-883-3914.

FRIDAY, MARCH 4Aging Gracefully: Finding Balance10:30 a.m. Joi n our panel ofexperts in physical therapy, yoga and tness to learn tipsfor improving your balance andpreventing falls. CCPL PoeBranch Library, 1921 I’on Avenue.843-883-3914.

Charleston Friends of theLibrary Book SaleWith great bargains, good booksand a chance to support yourlibrary system, all are in invitedFriday, March 4 and Saturday,March 5 at the Otranto RegionalLibrary, 2261 Otranto Road,Charleston, SC 29406. For moreinformation on the OtrantoRegional Sale, please visit www.CharlestonLibraryFriends.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 5PLAY: DIY Arts and Crafts withMs. Grace10:00 a.m. Ms. Grace helps young hands to create fun paperand felt projects. CCPL PoeBranch Library, 1921 I’on Avenue.843-883-3914.

Local Living: Planting YourSpring Garden12:00 p.m. Join Master GardenerMary Helpern for tips on theplants that work best for Islandsoil. CCPL Poe Branch Library,1921 I’on Avenue. 843-883 -3914.

Where the Wild Things Run/Walk 5K8:30 a.m. race start at the CawCaw Interpretive Center. Walkers, joggers, and runners are invitedto explore their wild side on thescenic nature trails at Caw CawInterpretive Center. The 5K trailrun and walk star ts at 8:30 a.m.,and an award ceremony with localfood and beverages will be heldimmediately afterward. Kids' yogaand crafts for ages 6-12. Onlineregistration at www.ccprc.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 6Customer Appreciation Day atCharleston County ParksAll Charleston County Parks.Come enjoy all the play withnone of the pay during CustomerAppreciation Day! Free gateadmission to Ravenel CawCaw Interpretive Center, NorthCharleston Wannamaker, MountPleasant Palmetto Islands and James Island County Parks.Plus, enjoy free parking at

Kiawah Beachwalker Park, FollyBeach County Park and Isle ofPalms County Park. Fishingwill be free for the day at theFolly Beach Fishing Pier andthe Mount Pleasant Pier. Visitcharlestoncountyparks.com forfurther details.

MONDAY, MARCH 7Mount Pleasant Artists Guild MeetingMount Pleasant City Hall locatedat 100 Ann Edwards Lane,Building C. A social begins at6:30 p.m. followed by the meetingat 7 p.m. All are welcome.

THURSDAY, MARCH 10*repeat repeat at TheWindjammerDoors 9 p.m., show 10:30 p.m.. Tickets $5. Surf rock candy.

SATURDAY, MARCH 12St. Patrick’s Day FamilyCelebration10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Stith Park,2050 Middle Street. Join yourneighbors for this family-friendlycelebration! Highlights include:

performances by Irish dancersand magician; face painting;balloon twisting artists andtreats.

St. Patrick's Day BusinessDistrict Part11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. L ocalbusinesses on Sullivan’s Islandwill celebrate St. Patrick's Dayin the Community CommercialDistrict. All roads will be open forvehicular trafc except Station22 1/2 between Middle Street andI'On Avenue.

PLAY: STAR Therapy Dogs10:30 a.m. Share books with afurry friend. CCPL Poe BranchLibrary, 1921 I’on Avenue. 843-883-3914.

Hogs for the Cause Block PartyHome Team BBQ is organizingthis shindig with friends andneighbors near its soon-to-opennew downtown location from 12 to4 p.m. at 1071 Morrison Drive, aparking area in the popular NoMo

neighborhood next to Edmund’sOast and across from Home TeamBBQ’s new downtown location.Restaurants coming together forthe event include The AtlanticRoom Restaurant at KiawahIsland Golf Resort, CraftsmenKitchen & Tap House, Home Team BBQ, Edmund’s Oast, and

Lewis Barbecue. Tickets are $30per person plus tax for a foodpass. Kids under 12 are free. Topurchase tickets, visit http://bit.ly/1UDxRJY. St. Paddy’s Pawlooza This dog-friendly special eventwill give people and their pets thechance to celebrate St. Patrick’sDay together at North CharlestonWannamaker County Park fromnoon to 4 p.m. Attendees willenjoy live music, beverages, andfood. St. Patrick’s Day attire isencouraged for all, especially forthe four-legged friends. For moreinformation or to register, visitCharlestonCountyParks.com orcall 843.795.4386.

TUESDAY, MARCH 1510th Annual Baker MotorCompany Fashion Show Through March 19 in DowntownCharleston, features emergingdesigners and model talent fromacross the East Coast. Since its

founding in 2007, the Baker MotorCompany Fashion Show hasbecome one of the premier fashionweek shows in North America. The bridal showcase, March19, will display the latest bridalfashions and trends. To purchasetickets and for more in formationvisit: charlestonfashionweek.com.


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Banana CabanaA casual menu suits its beachfrontsetting. Nibbles like peel and eatshrimp and nachos alongsideheartier platters of seafood. $-$$(843) 886-4361www.thebananacabana.com1130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

Beard Cat’sGelato made from locally sourcedingredients, and coffee shop that sitsbelow Obstinate Daughter. $416-5020

www.beardcatsweetshop.com2063 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Ben & Jerry’sEnjoy an array of ice cream avors,from Chocolate Therapy, to PeachCobbler on Isle of Palms’ OceanBoulevard. $886-6314www.benandjerrys.com1009 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

The BoathouseFresh, local seafood, andphenomenal sunset views from theupper deck on Breach Inlet. $$-$$$843.886.8000www.boathouserestaurants.com101 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Café MedleyStart your day, or end it with a well-rounded café, serving breakfast,lunch, and a glass of wine in theevening. $793-4055www.cafemedley.com2213 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Coconut Joe’s & Island Joe’s CoffeeSpectacular views of the Atlantic onthe rooftop bar and live music everynight during the summer. $-$$.Island Joe’s next door featuringcoffee and ice cream. $886-0046www.coconutjoes.biz1120 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

The DinghyLaid back Key West Vibe, greatfood options, unique beers on tap,spacious side porch, and live music.$-$$242-8310www.dinghyiop.com8 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms

Dunleavy’s Irish Pub The islands’ only Irish Pub. Famousburgers, Irish fare, favorite localshangout for over 20 years. $$883-9646www.dunleavysonsullivans.com2213 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

High ThymeA small island bistro, with a widerange of dishes, from seafood, tapason Tuesday, and a Sunday brunch.$$-$$$883-3536

www.highthymecuisine.com2213 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Home Team BBQNot limited to barbeque, this casualeatery also serves salads, wraps,tacos, and quesadillas, SundayBrunch. $$883-3131www.teamteambbq.com2209 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Island Ice Frozen YogurtAll organic frozen yogurt, with glutenfree and vegan options. Toppings areall natural or organic. Local coffeeand teas. $885-7079www.islandiceyogurt.com

1515 C Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Long Island CaféCome in for lunch, dinner, or Sundaybrunch and enjoy all your favoriteseafood, plus so much more at thisisland favorite. $$-$$$886-8809www.longislandcafesc.com1515-A Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Morgan Creek GrillRelax with a front row seat onthe Intracoastal Waterway whileenjoying fresh seafood and southernhospitality. $$886-8980www.morgancreekgrill.com1515-A Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Obstinate DaughterRestaurant serving contemporarySouthern cuisine, pizza & pasta in arustic, coastal-inspired space.$$-$$$416-5020www.theobstinatedaughter.com2063 Middle St, Isle of Palms

Pizza HutNow serving Isle of Palms in theHarris Teeter shopping center.Deliver right to your door or getcarryout. $886-5759www.order.pizzahut.com1515 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Poe’s TavernFamous for their gourmet burgers andchicken sandwiches, this Poe-inspiredeatery also features great deals onfresh sh tacos. $$

883-0083www.longislandcafesc.com2210 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

SALT at Station 22Enjoy a fun atmosphere with freshseafood and southern favorites, anda fresh, local raw bar. $$-$$$883-3355www.saltstation22.com2205 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Saltworks Dockside DeliLocated inside the Isle of PalmsMarina Market, come enjoybreakfast, smoothies, andsandwiches.. $-$$883-3355www.saltworkscc.com

50 41st Ave, Isle of Palms

Sullivan’sGrab a casual dinner of friedounder or crab cakes in a cozyatmosphere as well as lunch on theweekends. $$883-3222www.saltstation22.com2019 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Taco MamacitaEnjoy made from scratch ‘Tex Mex’soups, salads, tacos, and enchiladas,and quench your thirst with one ofseveral specialty margaritas. $$789-4107www.tacomamacita.com2213-B Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

WindjammerLively spot with a bar menu, a deckoverlooking the water, and beachvolleyball court out back.$-$$886-8596www.the-windjammer.com1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

Charleston Harbor Fish HouseStylish area-sourced seafood spot inCharleston Harbor Resort & Marina,with a deck & rooftop bar. $$-$$

284-7070www.charlestonharborshhouse.com32 Patriots Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant

Cinebarre TheaterMultiplex with rst-run lms, lightmeals, beer & wine, plus indie shortsby local lmmakers. $$216-2690www.cinebarre.com963 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt.Pleasant

Coleman Public HouseLocated on Coleman Blvd featuringrotating craft brews on tap, plusburgers, famous trufe fries,atbreads & inventive pub grub. $$

416-8833www.colemanpublichouse.com427 W Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant

Eggs Up GrillRelaxed chain serving a menu ofbreakfast, burgers & sandwiches in acolorful setting. $-$$388-3654

www.eggsupgrill.com2664 Highway 17 North, Mt. Pleasant

Jack’s Cosmic Dogs

Kitschy space-themed spot servinghot dogs topped with creativecondiments, plus sides & ice cream.$-$$884-7677www. jackscosmicdogs.com2805 N Hwy 17, Mt. Pleasant

The ShelterBrunch, burgers & draft beers ina dog-friendly hangout with anoutdoors deck, live music, andsports.$$388-3625www.theshelterkitchenandbar.com202 Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant

Southerly Restaurant & Patio

Open for breakfast, lunch, anddinner, and weekend brunch.Boasts a fresh, seasonal menuof contemporary cuisine with aSouthern air. $$416-3965www.southernseason.com730 Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant

Stack’s Coastal Kitchen Join us for lunch, where we offerfresh soup, salads, and sandwiches.Enjoy dinner in a casual bistro-style

setting, nice selection and outdoorseating. $$388-6968www.stackscoastalkitchen.com1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt. Pleasant

The Wine BarWine, unique variety of 40 + cheesesand charcuterie meats from aroundthe world., chocolate, bon-bons. $$849-5185www.thewinebarmtp.com664 Long Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant

The Wreck of the Richardand CharleneLowcountry seafood dining on ShemCreek in the historic Old Village of

Mount Pleasant, S.C. Serving 5:30-8:30 pm daily, and until 9:30 Fri. andSat. $$-$$$884-0052www.wreckrc.com106 Haddrell St.Mt. Pleasant

off-island eats

2213 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

883-9131

island eats


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Breach Inlet Tide Chart

Date High Tide Low Tide

Hurricanes, storms etc., are NOT included in thepredictions. Tidal current direction changes and tide timepredictions can be very different. Tide predictions arePREDICTIONS; they can be wrong so use common sense.

Source: www.saltwatertides.com

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COMPUTER CORNER

write a lot about Apple and Windows products and theirperating systems but they are not the only game in town.

Believe it or not you can run that old laptop or desktop with apletely free, open-source operating system that has nothing

o with either company. No strings attached, no money, andrt of looks like what you are used to seeing. With Linux Mintion Cinnamon (www.linuxmint.com/about.php) you get a

ktop interface just like Windows and Apple, complete with awser and word processor. The default browser is Firefox andword processor is a "suite" in that it has something like word,l, powerpoint, etc. They are not the Microsoft Ofce productsdo not cost, they are free alternatives.ith Cinnamon you can revive that old computer, or even

chase a new laptop with the OS on them, similar to aomebook, which again is another type of operating system.r Chromebook though does almost everything online, soout an Internet connection it does very little. Cinnamon on

the other hand, is a full service OS that does not need an Internetconnection to work.

It does take some time to install, as with any OS and I wouldsuggest using your IT guy/gal to do it for you, but I think you

will be amazed at the end product. You can always try it on thatold box and what is the worst that can happen? You mess upsomething you were going to take to Goodwill...

Speaking of Goodwill, your older Window XP computer boxesand laptops are still accepted by local charities, but make sureto take out the hard drive (or have someone do it for you). Pleasedo not give your old computers away with your data, you mightnot think anything is on the hard drive but maybe you did a taxreturn or had a will/personal pictures. Better safe than sorry.

There is also lots of free software available to put on your LinuxMint OS. LibreOfce (www.libreofce.org/download/libreofce-fresh/) is much like Ofce and will open all Ofce documents(.docx, xlsx, etc.) and other formats. Apache OpenOfce is anotherversion that does the same, both are what is called "open source"as is Linux and most other good free software.

GIMP (www.gimp.org/) is a free alternative to Adobe Photoshop,it is not for the faint of heart though! You need to be interested inphoto editing and want to learn this program but it's free. PIXLR(pixlr.com/) is another photo editing software, it's online only, butis also free.

This is just a drop in the bucket so to speak, of all the opensource software available for nothing but the time it takes to lookfor it, install and learn. Do it, enjoy and let me know about what

you nd!

As with all of my columns if you want help or have questions don'thesitate to call Rent A Bob at 843.822.7794 or email at rentabob@ live.com.

And now for something different!BY BOB HOOPER

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